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A Year with KuCoin: Unlocking Traders’ Unique Journey of Trust, Redefining What Traders Gain from a Year of Participation

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PROVIDENCIALES, Turks and Caicos Islands, Jan. 2, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — As 2025 comes to a close, KuCoin, a leading global cryptocurrency platform built on trust, launches its annual user report campaign, “Unlocking My KuCoin Journey 2025“. Far from a traditional year-end recap, the experience reframes a year of trading activity into something more enduring: a structured, professional understanding of how users trade, decide, and grow over time.


Built around the theme of “Mastery and Vision,” the 2025 report encourages users to reflect and prepare. Through personalized visual insights, traders can better understand their trading patterns, identify performance trends, and refine strategies for the year ahead. Highlights include transparent analyses of trading efficiency and fee savings, performance tracking of early-stage and newly listed assets, and insights into peak trading periods and behavioral discipline.

This personalized experience reflects KuCoin’s broader commitment to trust and resilience in 2025. In 2025, the platform introduced its refreshed brand identity, “Trust First. Trade Next.”, alongside Global Brand Ambassador Adam Scott, and strengthened its global presence through key compliance advancements across Europe and Australia. “Unlocking My KuCoin Journey“ connects these platform-level achievements with individual trading journeys, illustrating how KuCoin’s infrastructure and ecosystem supported users’ most defining moments throughout the year.

The credibility of this experience is underpinned by KuCoin’s continued investment in trust and resilience. Alongside the $2 billion Trust Project, KuCoin has strengthened its security and governance framework, becoming the only major crypto exchange to hold all four internationally recognised certifications: ISO 27001, ISO 27701, SOC 2 Type II, and CCSS. Together, these achievements reinforce the platform’s long-term focus on security, transparency, operational integrity, and sustainable ecosystem growth.

The “Unlocking My KuCoin Journey” is now available to all active users. Join the community in celebrating a year of milestones. Users can access their personalized report through the KuCoin App and share key moments from their trading journey here.

About KuCoin

Founded in 2017, KuCoin is a leading global crypto platform trusted by over 40 million users across 200+ countries and regions. The platform delivers innovative and compliant digital-asset services, offering access to 1,000+ listed tokens, spot and futures trading, institutional wealth management, and a Web3 wallet.

Recognized by Forbes and Hurun, KuCoin holds SOC 2 Type II and ISO 27001:2022 certifications, underscoring its commitment to top-tier security. With AUSTRAC registration in Australia and a MiCA license in Austria, KuCoin continues expanding its regulated footprint under CEO BC Wong, building a reliable and trusted digital-asset ecosystem.

Learn more: https://www.kucoin.com/

Domestic GPU Leader Biren Technology Listed on Hong Kong Stock Exchange

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SHANGHAI, Jan. 2, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Qiming Venture Partners’ portfolio company Biren Technology, a leading domestic GPU developer, successfully listed on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange today, becoming the first company to go public in Hong Kong in 2026. 

Biren Technology (06082.HK) issued shares at a price of HK$19.6 per share and opened at HK$35.7 per share with a market capitalization of HK$85.54 billion. Biren Technology’s successful listing makes it the first GPU stock on the Hong Kong market and the largest new share offering since Chapter 18C took effect.

Qiming Venture Partners is the earliest and most steadfast supporter of Biren Tech. Qiming, as a founding investor, led Biren Technology’s first round of financing when the company was founded in 2019, and has continued to fund its development since then. Qiming is the company’s largest external institutional investor.

Founded in 2019, Biren Technology is a leading provider of general intelligent computing solutions in China. The company adheres to an original core architecture, pioneers the Chiplet-based high-performnace computing chip, has built a technology system featuring software-hardware co-innovation. It is dedicated to fostering a intelligent computing industry ecosystem and aims to serve as a core engine for the development of China’s artificial intelligence industry.

Biren Technology has developed the first-generation General Purpose Graphics Processing Units (GPGPU) architecture and a series of hardware based on GPGPU. It has successfully developed the Biren ™106 and Biren ™110 chips as well as the higher-performing Biren ™166 chip. The chips are used in key industries such as AI data centers, telecommunications, AI solutions, energy and public utilities, fintech and internet.

Zhang Wen, Founder, Chairman and CEO of Biren Technology, stated: “Becoming a public company marks a stronger beginning for Biren—and brings greater responsibility. Going forward, we will continue to increase R&D investment, accelerate the development of our fully independent and controllable product stack, and help build a robust, domestic computing ecosystem. Our aim is to enhance the security, stability, and resilience of China’s intelligent computing capabilities, driving and enabling high-quality development across the AI sector.“ 

“As a founding investor in Biren Technology’s first financing round, we are delighted to have journeyed alongside the company and witnessed this significant milestone of its successful listing. From the outset, Biren Technology chose a challenging yet critical path—developing high-performance general-purpose GPUs through continuous technological innovation. Its successful listing not only marks a key phase in the company’s growth but also demonstrates the evolution of China’s tech entrepreneurship towards a new stage centered on original innovation. The listing is both a phased achievement and the starting point of a new journey. We expect Biren Technology to continue deepening its technological innovation and to play an increasingly significant role in building the AI ecosystem in China and globally,“ said Alex Zhou, Managing Partner of Qiming Venture Partners.

About Qiming Venture Partners

Qiming Venture Partners was founded in 2006. Currently, Qiming Venture Partners manages eleven US Dollar funds and seven RMB funds with $9.5 billion in capital raised. Since our establishment, we have invested in outstanding companies in the Technology and Healthcare industries at the early and growth stages.

Since our debut, we have backed over 580 fast-growing and innovative companies. Over 210 of our portfolio companies have achieved exits through IPOs at the NYSE, NASDAQ, HKEX, Shanghai Stock Exchange, or Shenzhen Stock Exchange, or through M&A or other means. There are also over 80 portfolio companies that have achieved unicorn or super unicorn status.

Many of our portfolio companies are today’s most influential firms in their respective sectors, including Xiaomi, Meituan, Bilibili, Zhihu, Roborock, Hesai Technology, UBTech, WeRide, HyperStrong, Insta360, Unisound, Biren Technology (06082.HK), Gan & Lee Pharmaceuticals, Tigermed, Zai Lab, CanSino Biologics, Schrödinger, APT Medical, Sanyou Medical, AmoyDx, SinocellTech, Insilico Medicine, AusperBio, Yuanxin Technology, Medilink Therapeutics, LaNova Medicines, zai, StepFun, among many others.

Construction of Bridge in Salavanh Resumes After Nearly a Decade

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Leklai Sivilay and relevent parties during the inspection of construction site and unfinished bridge . (Photo by Pathedlao)

Construction of the Nam Se Don River Bridge in Khong Se Don district, Salavanh, has officially resumed after being stalled for nearly a decade, with authorities targeting completion in 2026.

The project began in early 2015 but was suspended on 19 January 2017. 

The bridge spans 210 meters in length and 12.12 meters in width, including pedestrian walkways on both sides. To date, 56.65 percent of construction has been completed.

The remaining 43.35 percent of work includes two-layer asphalt paving of the access road, concrete works at the bridge approaches, installation of bridge railings, drainage systems, erosion prevention measures, and other structural components. 

The cost of the remaining construction is estimated at more than LAK 34 billion (approximately USD 1.57 million).

During a visit on site on 31 December 2025, the Minister of Public Works and Transport Leklai Sivilay stressed the need to complete the project in line with approved designs and technical standards to avoid implementation problems. He also urged provincial authorities to accelerate coordination and ensure smooth execution so the bridge can be completed as scheduled in 2026.

Sam Pang Stupa in Champasack Recognized as Local Cultural Heritage Site

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Thongsavanh Souvannasane
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Authorities in Champasack have officially recognized Sam Pang Stupa as a local cultural heritage site, making it the seventh site in the province to receive local-level heritage status. 01 January 2026. (Photo credit: Thatsampang Village)

On 1 January, Sam Pang Stupa, also known as That Sam Pang, in Soukhouma district, Champasack Province, has received official recognition as a local-level cultural heritage site, marking another step in preserving the province’s historic landmarks.

The ancient stone structure dates back to the 12th century and originates from the Khmer period. Although builders never completed the stupa, historians say the site holds significant archaeological value. 

It features 108 stone columns and sits along ancient routes that once connected Vat Phou to areas near the Cambodian border, offering insight into early regional transport, settlement, and architectural design influenced by Indian traditions.

The name Sam Pang Stupa comes from the Lao word “Sam,” meaning “three,” referring to the three leaders believed to have overseen its construction: Phaya Kammalo, Phaya Kammalikia, and Phaya Kammalimia, according to local belief.

Located 72 kilometers southwest of Pakse City, the stupa sits on the flatlands of the Huay Kha Nuan River, a Mekong tributary that once transported ancient communities..

Phonphiloun Norasin, President of the Soukhouma District Administration Committee, said the designation aims to preserve the ancient site for future generations while promoting cultural pride and sustainable tourism. He added that authorities expect the recognition to raise awareness among domestic and international visitors.

Despite damage over time from farming and construction activities, large sections of the stupa remain intact. 

The province holds an annual festival each January that celebrates Lao culture and promotes tourism, with visitors often combining trips to Sam Pang Stupa and nearby Vat Phou, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Sam Pang Stupa becomes the fifth site recognized in Champasak Province in 2025, following Chomphet Temple, the stone carvings of Don Kho village, the Provincial Museum, and Ngua Daeng Temple. The province now counts seven officially recognized local-level cultural heritage sites in total.

Officials said the designation supports wider efforts to conserve historical sites while strengthening cultural tourism in southern Laos.

Cambridge International Education secures first national equivalency in Southeast Asia, as Cambodia recognises AS Level qualification

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PHNOM PENH, Cambodia, Jan. 2, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — The International Education group at Cambridge University Press & Assessment (Cambridge), has achieved a major milestone in Southeast Asia, with Cambodia formally recognising the completion of three Cambridge International AS Level subjects as equivalent to the Cambodian Grade 12 Senior High School Diploma. This landmark recognition strengthens progression pathways for students in the region and reflects growing alignment between national systems and internationally benchmarked learning.

Meeting between Cambridge and His Excellency Dr. Hang Chuon Naron, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Education, Youth and Sport of Cambodia.
Meeting between Cambridge and His Excellency Dr. Hang Chuon Naron, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Education, Youth and Sport of Cambodia.

This decision follows a constructive meeting with H.E. Dr Hang Chuon Naron, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Education, Youth and Sport. It represents Cambridge International’s first national equivalency agreement in Southeast Asia expanding access for Cambodian students to internationally benchmarked learning.

Under the new framework:

  • Three Cambridge International AS Level subjects are now considered to hold equivalent value to the Cambodian Senior High School Diploma for the purposes of recognition and further study.
  • Each Cambridge International A Level subject is regarded as comparable to the completion of first year of the corresponding course at undergraduate studies in Cambodian universities.
  • Cambodian higher education institutions may admit holders of these Cambridge International qualifications, provided they also meet relevant literacy and numeracy requirements.

H.E. Ambassador Dominic Williams, The British Embassy Phnom Penh, said: “Cambridge is a world-class curriculum, used in over 10,000 schools in over 160 countries. I am delighted that ever more Cambodian parents and students are choosing Cambridge AS and A levels to develop their potential and open up global opportunities, including pathways to the best universities overseas. 

I am grateful to Deputy Prime Minister Hang Chuon Naron for granting formal recognition of equivalency for AS and A levels within the Cambodian system. This makes it even easier for Cambridge students to access the best study opportunities in Cambodia, and to receive official recognition for their hard work and success. I look forward to seeing the Cambridge curriculum continue to expand opportunities in Cambodia, particularly to young people in provinces outside Phnom Penh.”

Kanjna Paranthaman, Regional Director, Southeast Asia & Pacific, for International Education at Cambridge, said: “This recognition is a powerful milestone for students in Cambodia and a significant moment for the wider region. Our mission is to help every learner develop the knowledge and skills to thrive in a changing world, and this agreement creates a more direct pathway from Cambridge classrooms into Cambodian universities. We are deeply grateful to the Ministry of Education, Youth and Sport for their leadership and partnership in expanding these opportunities.”

This development underscores Cambodia’s commitment to future readiness and aligns with a wider regional trend of governments recognising credible international qualifications that support mobility, quality and progression.

About Cambridge

The International Education group at Cambridge University Press & Assessment is part of the University of Cambridge. Our International Education group works with schools worldwide to build an education that shapes knowledge, understanding and skills. Together, we give learners the confidence they need to thrive and make a positive impact in a changing world.

We offer a globally trusted and flexible framework for education from age 3 to 19 (the Cambridge Pathway), informed by research, experience, and listening to educators. With recognised qualifications (such as Cambridge IGCSE and International AS & A Level), high-quality resources, comprehensive support and valuable insights, we help schools prepare every student for the opportunities and challenges ahead. Together, we help Cambridge learners be ready for the world.

To learn more, visit www.cambridgeinternational.org

Meeting between Cambridge and His Excellency Dr. Hang Chuon Naron, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Education, Youth and Sport of Cambodia.
Meeting between Cambridge and His Excellency Dr. Hang Chuon Naron, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Education, Youth and Sport of Cambodia.

Updated Toll Charges Begin on Vientiane–Vang Vieng Expressway

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A illustration of Vientiane–Vang Vieng expressway station. (Image by Laos News - KPL)

New toll rates have officially taken effect on the Vientiane–Vang Vieng expressway. 

From 1 January, vehicle charges range from approximately LAK 1,500 to LAK 6,500 per kilometer, depending on vehicle size and weight, based on an exchange rate of LAK 20,777 per US dollar.

At the 40-ton gross load limit, the minimum toll is about LAK 10,500 per kilometer , with no fixed maximum as fees rise with weight.

A table and information of the new toll prices for each category. (Picture by Lao-China Joint Expressway Development)

The Lao–China Joint Expressway Development Company said the adjustment is based on a feasibility study approved by the Lao government and the US dollar pricing framework stipulated in the concession agreement. 

The revised rates apply to all vehicle categories, including private cars, buses, and trucks, with toll fees calculated according to vehicle size and weight. Detailed information will be displayed on toll notice boards along the expressway.

The company thanked the public for their understanding and said it will continue working to improve service quality and ensure safer, more comfortable travel for road users.

The Westin Surabaya Presents “The 19th Beauty of China” A Mesmerizing Chinese New Year Masterpiece

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SURABAYA, Indonesia, Jan. 1, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — To welcome the Year of the Fire Horse with renewed spirit, The Westin Surabaya proudly presents “The 19th Beauty of China“, its signature Chinese New Year dinner show and one of the most prestigious Chinese New Year celebrations in Indonesia. Taking place on 16 February 2026 at The Westin Surabaya Grand Ballroom & Convention Center, the largest ballroom in Surabaya, the evening will blend fine dining, grand-scale Chinese cultural performance, and a spectacular atmosphere, setting the stage at a leading five-star hotel in Surabaya.

The Westin Surabaya The Beauty of China XIX
The Westin Surabaya The Beauty of China XIX

“The Beauty of China” is The Westin Surabaya’s signature Chinese New Year dinner show, combining an exquisite multi-course Chinese menu with a world-class Chinese cultural performance on a grand immersive stage. Held annually in the hotel’s iconic ballroom, the event is known for blending fine dining, live orchestra, traditional dance, and visual storytelling, offering one of the most memorable Chinese New Year events in Surabaya.

The evening’s performance unfolds in five dramatic chapters, from the awakening of China’s natural soul and the strength of its ancient warriors, to the fusion of tradition and modernity and a celebration of unity and generational legacy, culminating in a grand red finale symbolizing joy, prosperity, and new beginnings.

The dinner showcases a refined eight-course menu rooted in Chinese tradition, featuring Prosperity Yi–Sheng; Double Steamed Imperial Soup with Sea Cucumber and Japanese Dried Scallop; Baked Lobster with Creamy Butter Egg Yolk, Corn Flakes, and Curry Leaf Sauce; Steamed Live East Star Grouper with Fa Chai, Shiitake Mushrooms, and Superior Sauce; Smoked Duck; Australian Premium Beef Wagyu with Black Pepper Truffle Sauce; Eight Treasure Fried Rice with Walnut, Cashew Nut, Pine Nut, Lapchiong, Dried Scallop, Fresh Scallop, Prawn, and Raisin; and Four Season Cheng Teng & Black Charcoal Onde. Table packages for ten guests start from IDR 20,888,888++.

For further information and table reservations, please contact the hotel at +62 31 2971 0000, and follow @westinsurabaya and @fourpointssurabayapakuwon on social media for more promotions and updates.

About Westin® Hotels & Resorts

Westin Hotels & Resorts, hospitality’s global leader in wellness for more than a decade, empowers guests to transcend the rigors of travel while on the road through the brand’s pillars of well-being: Sleep Well, Eat Well, and Move Well. At more than 240 hotels and resorts in over 40 countries and territories, guests can benefit from distinct wellness experiences including the brand’s iconic and award-winning Heavenly® Bed, signature WestinWORKOUT® offerings such as its 24/7 Fitness Studios, WestinWORKOUT Routes, and its versatile Gear Lending program, delicious and nutritious menu offerings on their Eat Well menu, and more. For more information, please visit www.westin.com and stay connected on X, Instagram, TikTok, and Facebook. Westin is proud to participate in Marriott Bonvoy®, the global travel program from Marriott International. The program offers members an extraordinary portfolio of global brands, exclusive experiences on Marriott Bonvoy Moments and unparalleled benefits including free nights and Elite status recognition. To enroll for free or for more information about the program, visit marriottbonvoy.com.

About Marriott Bonvoy®

Marriott Bonvoy, Marriott International’s award-winning travel platform, connects travelers to the people, places, and passions they love through an extraordinary collection of hotels and experiences worldwide. The platform features over 30 hotel brands and 10,000 destinations, including the largest collection of luxury offerings, distinctive boutique properties, premium home rentals, and more, providing renowned hospitality across the globe. With unrivaled access to the best in entertainment, culinary, sports, outdoor adventure, arts, culture, and more, Marriott Bonvoy offers transformative travel experiences that leave a lasting impression.

Marriott Bonvoy membership is free and unlocks unique benefits including the ability to earn points through travel and everyday activities, like purchases with co-branded credit cards. Members can redeem their points for free stays, experiences and more. Visit marriottbonvoy.com for more information and download the Marriott Bonvoy app here. Travelers can connect with Marriott Bonvoy on Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, and Facebook.

KDDI Spherience to Make Inaugural CES® 2026 Appearance as KDDI’s Global IoT Center of Excellence

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Innovation hub showcases partner-enabled IoT use cases with Yamaha Marine, Sony Electronics, Noodoe and LOGISTEED Solutions America in Las Vegas.

PLANO, Texas, Jan. 2, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — KDDI Spherience, the IoT Center of Excellence within global telecommunications leader KDDI Corporation, today announced it will exhibit for the first time at CES® 2026 in Las Vegas.

KDDI Spherience
KDDI Spherience

As KDDI’s dedicated IoT innovation hub, Spherience will demonstrate how it enables partners to bring “a multitude of use cases” to life on next-generation global connectivity – spanning devices, vehicles, infrastructure and cloud services.

“At CES 2026 we’re showing how global, high-quality connectivity becomes a real business advantage when combined with the right partners and platforms,” said Björn Qvarsell, Head of Product Portfolio at KDDI Spherience. “Spherience exists to help our partners build, launch and scale IoT services globally – faster, more reliably and with less complexity.”

Partner-Enabled IoT Across a Multitude of Use Cases

At CES 2026, Spherience will highlight real and conceptual use cases built together with four key ecosystem partners: Yamaha Marine, Sony Electronics, Noodoe, and LOGISTEED Solutions America.

Yamaha Marine

Yamaha’s U.S. Marine Business Unit, based in Kennesaw, Ga., is responsible for the sales, marketing, and distribution of Yamaha Marine products in the U.S. including Yamaha Outboards, Yamaha WaveRunners®, Yamaha Boats, G3® Boats and Skeeter® Boats. Supporting 2,400 dealers and boat builders nationwide, Yamaha is the industry leader in reliability, performance, technology and customer service.

Based in Newport, Rhode Island, Siren Marine is an industry leader in smart boat technology – allowing boaters to stay connected to their boats anywhere, anytime. The company’s vision is to transform the modern boating experience and lead the way to a fully-connected marine industry through innovative IoT Connected Boat® technology. Siren Marine provides safety, security and smart boat monitoring so boaters can remotely track their boats’ battery level, bilge activity, temperature, location and more. Siren Marine also puts actionable data at the fingertips of industry stakeholders (OEMs, boat builders, electronics, digital switching manufacturers and other marine businesses) connecting them to customers and their boats like never before. Siren Marine is a subsidiary of Yamaha Marine Systems Company, Inc. (YMSC), a subsidiary of Yamaha Motor Corporation, U.S.A. 

Sony Electronics 

Sony Electronics is a subsidiary of Sony Corporation of America and an affiliate of Sony Group Corporation. Sony Electronics creates products that innovate and inspire generations, such as the award-winning Alpha Interchangeable Lens Cameras and revolutionary high-resolution audio products. Sony is also a leading manufacturer of end-to-end solutions from 4K professional broadcast and A/V equipment to industry leading 4K and 8K Ultra HD TVs. 

Noodoe

Noodoe is an EV charging and energy management company whose integrated platform brings EV charging, energy storage, solar and AI together on a single dashboard. Its cloud-based software delivers predictive automation to reduce energy costs, improve uptime and optimize charging across commercial, fleet, multifamily and public parking sites.

LOGISTEED Solutions America

LOGISTEED Solutions America, Ltd. is a provider offering warehouse management solutions with multimodal freight forwarding, ocean and air freight transport, contract logistics, customs brokerage and smart logistics solutions for complex, global supply chains.

About KDDI Spherience

KDDI Spherience is the IoT Center of Excellence within KDDI Corporation, focused on accelerating partner and enterprise innovation using global IoT connectivity and cloud infrastructure. Spherience brings together connectivity, platforms and ecosystem partners to design, test and scale IoT services across industries and regions.

KDDI Spherience at CES 2026: Las Vegas Convention Center, North Hall, Stand #11063

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