Colombia’s participation at Expo Osaka 2025 has set a historic milestone, showcasing the country’s strengths in trade, investment, tourism, and diplomacy.
The Colombia Pavilion, managed by ProColombia, has welcomed more than 1.3 million visitors and generated USD 34.6 million in business expectations following the International Business Matchmaking Forum held in Osaka.
OSAKA, Japan, Sept. 18, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — With an average of 5,000 to 6,500 daily visitors, the Colombia Pavilion has become one of the most vibrant attractions of Expo Osaka 2025. In its first five months, it has served over 150,000 cups of coffee and 10 tons of lechona (stuffed roasted pig with rice and peas), while offering a rich cultural agenda that featured Colombia’s National Day, concerts, craft exhibitions, bird displays, the Carnival of Blacks and Whites, salsa showcases from Cali, and a performance by Amazonian group Kua Chika, the Heartbeat of the Amazon.
Colombia Pavilion at Expo Osaka 2025.
Despite an investment of only USD 10 million—far below the USD 200 million of Japan’s pavilion—Colombia has achieved strong impact and visibility. The Expo will end on October 13, bringing together more than 160 countries.
Historic Business Outcomes
The International Business Matchmaking Forum “Colombia, the Country of Beauty” brought together 105 companies (61 international buyers and 44 Colombian exporters) in 353 business meetings. Key results included:
USD 34.6 million in immediate and projected sales.
Avocado Hass deal worth USD 11 million.
Coffee as the star product, accounting for 85% of immediate sales.
Agro-foods leading with USD 34.2 million, followed by metal-mechanics, fashion, and other industries.
Strong demand from South Korea and China, representing 94% of transactions.
“Expo Osaka 2025 is more than a showcase—it is a strategic platform that strengthens Colombia’s position in global markets,” said Carmen Caballero, President of ProColombia.
Investment & Tourism Momentum
In addition, 23 investment intentions were identified across infrastructure, agroindustry, IT, and renewable energy projects, including green hydrogen production and sustainable aviation fuel (SAF). Tourism promotion efforts also resulted in USD 10 million in travel business expectations, confirming Asia’s growing interest in Colombia as a destination.
With 1.3 million visitors, USD 34.6 million in trade deals, 23 investment opportunities, and USD 10 million in tourism prospects, Colombia is not only standing out at Expo Osaka 2025—it is positioning itself as a strategic partner for Asia and a rising player in the new global economic landscape.
SHANGHAI, Sept. 18, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — On September 17, the LattePanda Team officially launched the new LattePanda IOTA, a palm-sized x86 single-board computer powered by the Intel N150 quad-core processor. Compared to the previous-generation, LattePanda IOTA offers up to 8x the performance, and provides 2-3x faster CPU speeds and 10-30x better GPU capabilities than the Raspberry Pi 5. It is available with either 8GB or 16GB of LPDDR5 memory and 64GB or 128GB of eMMC storage, bringing powerful computing to a palm-sized form factor.
LattePanda IOTA Debuts: Compact x86 Single-Board Computer with Intel N150 Delivers Significant Performance Leap
LattePanda IOTA maintains full compatibility with the classic LattePanda V1 footprint, including dimensions, interfaces, and mounting holes, making upgrades straightforward. The board features HDMI 2.1 and eDP display output, USB 3.2 Gen2, Gigabit Ethernet, an M.2 expansion slot, and a GPIO header supporting UART, I2C, and USB 2.0. Additionally, it includes a built-in RP2040 co-processor, broadening its range of potential applications. With its efficient x86 architecture, extensive I/O options, and long-term supply stability, LattePanda IOTA is well suited for prototyping, edge computing, smart instrumentation, handheld devices, industrial control, and embedded systems.
Available in two configurations — 8GB RAM/64GB eMMC and 16GB RAM/128GB eMMC — LattePanda IOTA natively supports both Windows and Linux, enabling flexible development. Its configurable TDP (6W–15W) allows developers to balance performance with power efficiency, adapting to varied edge computing and industrial IoT requirements.
LattePanda IOTA’s small size and expanding ecosystem of add-on boards (including UPS, PoE, M.2 M-Key, and 4G LTE modules) make it a versatile solution for industrial automation, portable smart instruments, edge AI devices, logistics and fleet management, and remote monitoring.
Thanks to support for ultra-thin eDP touch displays and UPS modules, LattePanda IOTA is ideal for portable devices, field research kits, and mobile data loggers. Developers benefit from fast prototyping and reliable operation, even in challenging environments.
With the Intel N150 platform’s AI inference capabilities, LattePanda IOTA is ready for local, real-time intelligence—supporting smart access control, telematics systems, interactive displays, and off-grid monitoring. Its balance of performance, rich connectivity, and reliability makes LattePanda IOTA a future-ready choice for embedded applications.
LattePanda IOTA empowers developers and engineers to bring advanced embedded computing solutions to life, offering robust performance in a compact, expandable form factor.
Key Specification:
CPU: Intel® Processor N150, 4 Cores/4 Threads, Up to 3.6 GHz Graphics:Intel® Graphics Memory: 8GB/16GB LPDDR5 4800MT/s with In-band ECC Storage: 64GB/128GB eMMC 5.1 Display:
1x HDMI 2.1, Up to 4096 x 2160@60Hz
1x eDP 1.4b, 2 Lanes, Up to 1920 x 1080@60Hz
USB Ports:
3 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type A (10Gbps)
1 x USB 2.0 Pin Header
1x USB Type-C PD 15V (Power Input Only)
Network: 1GbE RJ45 Port (Support WOL) Operating System: Windows 10 & 11, ubuntu 22.04 & 24.04 Expansion Slots:
“Our goal with LattePanda IOTA was not just to upgrade hardware, but to help users realize more ambitious projects, faster and more efficiently,” said the product manager. “LattePanda IOTA combines the reliability of x86 with new levels of performance and flexibility. For our long-time users, it’s a faster, smarter platform for their projects. For newcomers, it makes entry into embedded computing more accessible than ever.”
The LattePanda IOTA Kit is available at a special bundle price of $171.8, which includes the LattePanda IOTA Single Board Computer, Cooling Solutions, and a WiFi Module. You can purchase the kit directly from DFRobot online store.
SINGAPORE, Sept. 18, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Terra Oleo, a Singapore-based biotechnology company, today announced its emergence from stealth with US$3.1 million in funding from a group of investors, and support from Breakthrough Energy’s prestigious Fellows Program. As part of this highly selective global initiative, Terra Oleo is advancing microbial technology to create sustainable alternatives to palm oil derivatives and cocoa butter for use in personal care, cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, and food.
Terra Oleo’s portfolio of customized, microbial-derived lipids includes bioequivalents of cocoa butter and oleochemicals for sectors such as personal care, cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, and food. Backed by deep microbial strain engineering expertise, Terra Oleo’s platform produces ingredients that meet customer specifications while eliminating energy-intensive refining steps and the toxic byproducts of conventional processes.
Palm oil and cocoa supply chains are under strain from climate instability, regulatory pressures, and limited land. In 2024, cocoa’s end-of-season stocks fell 26% and futures prices reached record highs, while global palm oil exports dropped 5.83% year-over-year amid rising demand and production constraints. These pressures are driving up costs and supply volatility, leaving producers and consumer goods companies in urgent need of alternatives. Terra Oleo’s technology meets this need by reinventing how lipid ingredients are produced.
Terra Oleo’s tunable platform harnesses precision fermentation to transform agro-industrial waste into sustainable palm oil ingredients and cocoa butter alternatives. Backed by deep synthetic biology and microbial engineering expertise, the platform delivers tailored lipid profiles for high-value palm and cocoa applications, while eliminating energy-intensive refining steps and toxic byproducts of conventional processes. This approach overcomes the limits of natural microbes, delivering superior unit economics and faster market adoption than other solutions.
With strong process economics and deep market networks built alongside the conventional palm industry, Terra Oleo is uniquely positioned to deliver scalable, high-performance alternatives. At full scale, its technology could eliminate up to 900 million tons of CO₂ annually from palm oil and cocoa supply chains, accelerating decarbonization across personal care, cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, and food.
The company has already signed product testing agreements with several global and regional leaders in oleochemicals, food, personal care, and cosmetics. With validation underway and demand accelerating, Terra Oleo is preparing to scale from lab to market with products designed to match or surpass conventional performance.
To date, Terra Oleo has raised US$3.1 million from ADB Ventures, The Radical Fund, Elev8.vc, Better Bite Ventures, a strategic corporate investor from the palm oil industry, and other investors. Terra Oleo was co-founded by Shen Ming Lee, Boon Uranukul, PhD, and Min Hao Wong, PhD, who together bring complementary strengths in science, industry, and strategy to advance the company’s mission to decarbonize palm oil and cocoa.
“We founded Terra Oleo to reinvent how we produce the fats and oils that power our everyday lives,” said Shen Ming Lee, Co-Founder & CEO of Terra Oleo. “With support from the Breakthrough Energy Fellows program and our incredible investors, we are deeply honored and excited to bring sustainable, scalable alternatives to market and collaborate with partners to decarbonize palm oil and cocoa.”
Terra Oleo was selected to join Breakthrough Energy’s 2025 Fellows Program, which supports early-stage innovators developing technologies with the potential to reduce greenhouse gas emissions at gigaton scale. Fellows are selected through a rigorous process to ensure their technologies can reduce emissions at scale. With this support, Terra Oleo will scale from lab to pilot while advancing customer formulation testing and validation.
“We’re honored to have the opportunity to work with talented founders who are tackling the most difficult climate and energy challenges around the world,” said Ashley Gross, vice president of Breakthrough Energy.
The Breakthrough Energy 2025 Fellows announcement can be found here.
As Terra Oleo enters its next phase, the company welcomes engagement with potential partners in the oleochemicals and specialty fats sector to sample its ingredients or co-develop customized lipids that are sustainable without compromising performance.
About Terra Oleo: Terra Oleo is a Singapore-based biotechnology company pioneering microbial technology to produce sustainable alternatives to palm oil derivatives and cocoa butter for applications in personal care, cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, and food. Leveraging deep expertise in microbial strain engineering, Terra Oleo delivers clean, cost-effective, and scalable alternatives to conventional fats and oils.
About Breakthrough Energy Discovery: Breakthrough Energy Discovery is the pre-venture innovation arm of Breakthrough Energy, focusing on advancing emerging climate technologies at the earliest stages. Through its three core programs—Workshops, Ecosystem Grants, and the global Fellows program—BE Discovery provides philanthropic funding, tailored support, and connections to help innovators turn bold ideas into scalable solutions.
The visit showcased Hong Kong’s appeal as a launchpad for global talent and startups to the winners of a pitch competition hosted by Hong Kong Talent Engage in partnership with Germany’s Young Founders Network
HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 17 September 2025 – Twelve outstanding young innovation and technology (I&T) talents and six organisers from Germany completed an intensive five-day trip to Hong Kong and Shenzhen, co-organised by Hong Kong Talent Engage (HKTE) and Germany’s Young Founders Network (YFN). The visit aimed to provide the young I&T talents with an in-depth exploration of the twin city’s entrepreneurial ecosystem, industry support and I&T opportunities in innovation and technology, following the successful pitch competition held earlier this year in Munich, Germany in June this year.
12 talents from Germany completed an extensive Hong Kong visit, hosted by Hong Kong Talent Engage, to deep dive into Hong Kong and Shenzhen’s dynamic startup and innovation hub.
Mr Chris SUN, the Secretary for Labour and Welfare of the Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region said, “Talent and technology are the key engines driving high-quality economic and social development. The Government will continue to promote complementarity and synergy between Hong Kong and other cities in the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area (GBA) as well as facilitate the integration of technology and talent with a view to fostering the economic development of Hong Kong and contributing to the impetus of national development.”
SUN added that Hong Kong leapt to fourth place globally and first in Asia in the World Talent Ranking 2025, and that the Shenzhen-Hong Kong-Guangzhou innovation cluster was ranked first globally by the World Intellectual Property Organization, reflecting the high international recognition of Hong Kong’s appeal to talent and the GBA’s innovation capacity.
A closer look at the Hong Kong potential
The 18-member delegation visited the Hong Kong Science Park, the Shatin Communications and Technology Centre of the Hong Kong Jockey Club, the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology Entrepreneurship Center as well as the Qianhai International Talent Innovation and Exchange Centre in Shenzhen, and exchanged views with representatives from the Government’s investment promotion agency, technology enterprises and start-ups from Hong Kong and Mainland China. The delegation also toured various landmarks in Hong Kong to experience the unique charm of Asia’s world city.
“Hong Kong and Shenzhen have completely changed my perception of what’s possible in Asia,” said Sophie Defauw, Co-Founder and CEO of AthleteIQ, which is tackling sports injuries with a patent-pending device that predicts muscle overuse injuries minutes in advance. “The level of innovation here, combined with its access to the Greater Bay Area and Southeast Asia, makes it a very attractive development hub, especially for my startup to explore business expansion, validate product-market fit in Asia, and connect with hardware accelerators.”
“We’re especially interested in high-end manufacturing, construction, and mobility industries with the efficient supply chain in Hong Kong and Shenzhen,” said Isa Taflan, Co-Founder and CFO, Fibclick, who is revolutionising composite manufacturing through an end-to-end automated tool design system, combining AI, simulation, and augmented reality. “The innovation clusters and regional access offer great collaboration potential and this programme with HKTE was eye-opening.”
Leveraging an abundance of resources and more
In June this year, HKTE visited Munich, Germany, and co-organised a pitch competition on I&T and entrepreneurship with the local youth entrepreneurship organisation. Twelve winning I&T talents were invited to visit Hong Kong and Shenzhen together with representatives from the organisation and judges of the event.
HKTE has completed about 70 outreach visits and hosted more than 170 talent promotional programmes on Mainland China and overseas. The office will enhance its external promotion to recruit more global talent with diverse backgrounds, and provide comprehensive support services to assist incoming talent in integrating into Hong Kong, building the city into an international hub for high-calibre talent.
Learn more about Hong Kong’s dynamic opportunities, vibrant lifestyle, and welcoming environment here: https://www.hkengage.gov.hk/en/.
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About Hong Kong Talent Engage (HKTE)
HKTE, an office under the Labour and Welfare Bureau of the Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region, is committed to promoting Hong Kong’s advantages, opportunities, and various talent admission schemes in different global markets while providing comprehensive one-stop support services for incoming talents to facilitate their settlement and integration into Hong Kong for long-term development.
Built on Trust: Boosting the Security Ecosystem for the AI Era
TAIPEI, Sept. 17, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — VIVOTEK (3454-TW), the leading global security solution provider, celebrated its 25th anniversary by hosting the Global Partner Summit from July 3 to 5 in Taiwan. The event welcomed a hundred strategic partners from the U.S., Europe, Oceania, and Latin America to experience the latest advancements in AI and cloud-based security. During the summit, senior executives from across the group also took part, showcasing the Group’s forward-looking strategy and strengths in AI and sustainability. Through technology demonstrations and exchange forums, VIVOTEK further strengthened long-term collaboration with its international partners, and at the same time, it helps boost business performance and strengthen global expansion. At this critical moment of AI-driven industry transformation, VIVOTEK is leveraging 25 years of security expertise as the foundation to usher in a new era of intelligent security together with its global partners.
VIVOTEK hosted the Global Partner Summit, bringing hundreds of strategic partners to Taiwan to experience AI cloud security solutions and strengthen collaboration.
Security Market Growing at 7% CAGR: VIVOTEK Accelerates Expansion to Capture Rising Demand
According to research1, the global security market is expected to reach USD 258.6 billion by 2033, growing at a CAGR of about 7% from 2025 to 2033, highlighting significant opportunities ahead. “VIVOTEK started in Taiwan and has grown into a global leader in intelligent security. From a hardware-focused company, we have successfully transformed into an AI-driven security solutions provider. This journey was not achieved alone, but through the trust and support of more than 200 distributors and thousands of system integrators worldwide. With the momentum of AI, we are scaling new heights with our global partners, accelerating market expansion through AI and cloud innovation, and addressing the essential demand for security across smart cities, smart factories, smart transportation, and smart retail – ultimately building a safer, smarter world,” said Alex Liao, President of VIVOTEK.
Showcasing Strength in Software, Hardware, and Cloud R&D for Advanced Security
During the summit, VIVOTEK showcased its R&D capabilities across software, hardware, and cloud solutions. On the software side, it introduced the VIVOTEK Premium Partner Portal, designed exclusively for global partners. This one-stop platform enables real-time monitoring of customer systems, empowering partners to deliver smarter solutions and strengthening customer loyalty. On the hardware front, VIVOTEK unveiled its newly developed low lux camera. Featuring a large sensor, wide-aperture lens, and AI technology, it delivers brighter, sharper images even in ultra-low-light environments, enhancing night-time clarity to protect facilities around the clock.
The company also presented its AI-Powered cloud surveillance platform, VORTEX. The latest AI-Hub applications include Think Search powered by vision-language models, Event Insight, and Case Vault, enabling users to quickly locate targets, detect anomalies, and streamline results – driving greater efficiency in security operations. In addition, the summit featured multiple strategy and innovation sessions to help partners stay ahead of future AI and cloud market trends.
Bringing Global Partners Together on Family Day to Shape the Future of Intelligent Security
Over the past 25 years, VIVOTEK has cultivated deep expertise in the security industry and built a wide network of trusted partners and allies worldwide.
“We’ve worked together for more than a decade. VIVOTEK’s investment in AI innovation, particularly in human and vehicle recognition, effectively addresses the security pain points faced by customers, creating safer and more reassuring living environments,” said Christopher, CEO of ADISES, VIVOTEK’s distributor in Latin America.
“We emphasized that VIVOTEK stands out not only for its product quality and AI technology, but also for its genuine care and unwavering support for partners, consistently addressing their needs and helping to ensure project success,” said Yui, CEO of TSOLUTIONS, VIVOTEK’s distributor in Thailand for nearly 20 years.
This spirit of partnership and care extended to VIVOTEK’s first-ever Family Day at the Taipei Dome, which coincided with the retirement series of Lin Chih-Sheng, Taiwan’s all-time home run leader. Global partners, employees, and their families joined in celebration, experiencing firsthand the vitality and cohesion of VIVOTEK’s corporate culture. Looking ahead to the next 25 years, VIVOTEK will continue to deepen global collaboration and, together with its partners, lead the industry into a new AI-powered era of intelligent security.
TAIPEI, Sept. 17, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — GIGABYTE, the world’s leading computer brand, announces that the AORUS X870E X3D series motherboards are now officially available. First unveiled at COMPUTEX 2025, the AORUS X870E X3D lineup is the world’s first motherboard platform purpose-built for AMD X3D processors, delivering X3D Turbo Mode 2.0 for uncompromising gaming and productivity, industry-leading DDR5 speeds of up to 9000+ MT/s, and a smarter user experience through innovative thermal solutions, EZ-DIY features, and DriverBIOS technology.
GIGABYTE Announces the Availability of its AI-enhanced AORUS X870E X3D Series Motherboards for AMD Ryzen™ X3D Processors
At the core of the AORUS X870E X3D series is X3D Turbo Mode 2.0, a dynamic AI overclocking model trained on big data, tailored for per-chip optimization and resulting in a custom tuning profile with optimal results. This breakthrough enables users to achieve the optimal balance without compromise, improving 25% gaming performance and 14% multi-tasking productivity over default settings. By intelligently finetuning frequency, power, and thermal behavior, X3D Turbo Mode 2.0 unleashes the true potential of AMD Ryzen™ X3D processors.
Inherent D5 Bionic Corsa technology from the previous generation, the AORUS X870E X3D series sets a new benchmark for DDR5 memory speeds, supporting up to 9000+ MT/s across the entire lineup to meet the demands of gaming, content creation, and AI workloads. Through GIGABYTE’s proprietary tuning and AI-driven enhancements, users can count on consistent, stable performance at record-breaking speeds.
Beyond performance, GIGABYTE offers a smarter user experience with advanced thermal management that leverages superior 6mm direct-touch heatpipe at VRM and PCB Thermal Plate for 14% enhanced heat dissipating efficiency, EZ-DIY features such as M.2 EZ-Flex and PCIe EZ-Latch+ Duo for tool-free installation, and the DriverBIOS feature for simplified setup and instant WiFi connectivity. Together, these innovations make the PC build more accessible, efficient, and reliable.
The AORUS X870E X3D series offers a diverse range of models to suit gamers, creators, and AI enthusiasts. The lineup includes XTREME AI TOP, MASTER ICE, PRO ICE, ELITE, ELITE ICE, and a special AERO wood-inspired edition to complement custom builds. For more details, please visit official GIGABYTE website and check availability with local retailers and e-tailers.
HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 17 September 2025 – Hong Kong’s Chief Executive, John Lee, today (September 17) announced his fourth Policy Address, unveiling a range of initiatives to strengthen both established and emerging industries, attract overseas investment and talent, support Mainland China enterprises to “go global” and improve people’s livelihood.
Hong Kong SAR’s Chief Executive John Lee’s fourth Policy Address is themed “Deepening Reforms for Our People Leveraging Our Strengths for a Brighter Future”.
“The well-being of our people is intimately linked to the health of our economy, making economic growth the key driver of livelihood improvement,” Mr Lee said.
Entitled “Deepening Reforms for Our People Leveraging Our Strengths for a Brighter Future”, the Policy Address initiatives are well aligned with the city’s competitive advantages under the “One Country, Two Systems” principle, Mr Lee said.
“With an ever‑expanding influence internationally, Hong Kong is rated the world’s freest economy, as well as an advanced and business‑friendly city. These fully demonstrate the notable institutional strengths and great vitality of ‘One Country, Two Systems’,” he added.
The Chief Executive said the development of the Northern Metropolis, an area that borders the Mainland and accounts for about one-third of Hong Kong’s total area and population, was a “new engine for Hong Kong’s economic development and holds immense potential.”
To accelerate its development, a new Committee on Development of the Northern Metropolis will be set up, chaired by the Chief Executive, with a view to raising the level of decision-making. Administrative workflows will be streamlined, while unnecessary barriers and restrictions will be removed. Additionally, dedicated legislation will be introduced to empower the Government to devise simplified statutory procedures for accelerating the development of the Northern Metropolis.
On industry development, Mr Lee said that artificial intelligence (AI) was “a key driving force”.
“With our advantages in scientific research, capital, data and talent, together with abundant use cases, Hong Kong is poised to become a global hub for AI development,” Mr Lee said.
The Government has launched the HK$3 billion (about US$386 million) Frontier Technology Research Support Scheme to help funded universities attract international top‑notch scientific researchers in AI and other fields to Hong Kong to spearhead basic research in frontier technologies, Mr Lee added.
Hong Kong has an advantage in internationalisation and possesses strong scientific research capabilities, with various universities participating in national aerospace projects. This, coupled with financing advantages, allows Hong Kong to promote the development of aerospace science and technology, supporting the space economy.
To attract more investment from the Mainland and overseas, Mr Lee announced that the Government would formulate preferential policy packages, that would include incentives such as land grants, land premiums, financial subsidies, and tax incentives, to attract high value‑added industries and high‑potential enterprises to set up in Hong Kong.
New industrialisation-related industries, such as aircraft recycling and new energy, will also be attracted and developed. The Government will foster the development of the life and health technology industry and set up the Hong Kong Centre for Medical Products Regulation, helping pharmaceutical companies bring innovative drugs to the market.
To consolidate Hong Kong’s status as an international hub and integrate into overall national development, the Policy Address proposed a range of initiatives to support development of core industries.
Regarding financial services, the Government will expedite the building of a premier international gold trading market by supporting more institutions to establish gold storage facilities in Hong Kong, with a target gold storing capacity of over 2 000 tonnes in three years, propelling Hong Kong into a regional gold reserve hub. The Government will also encourage gold traders to set up or expand refineries in Hong Kong, establish a central clearing system for gold in Hong Kong, and offer a greater variety of gold investment vehicles.
Hong Kong is expected to become the world’s largest cross-boundary wealth management centre in the next few years. The Government will enhance the New Capital Investment Entrant Scheme to attract more investors by lowering the transaction price threshold for residential properties from HK$50 million (about US$6.43 million) to HK$30 million (about US$3.86 million).
To propel Hong Kong towards becoming an international hub for post-secondary education and high-calibre talents, the Government will construct the Northern Metropolis University Town and establish the Task Force on Study in Hong Kong to promote the “Study in Hong Kong” brand.
Hong Kong is among the world’s top three art trading centres. The Government will step up efforts to build Hong Kong into a global premium arts trading hub by developing an arts ecosystem at the Airport City, deepening collaboration with Art Basel, and engaging the industry to carry out studies on taxation, financing, talent, and related areas of art trading.
Mr Lee concluded, “Hong Kong faces challenges and is also presented with continuing opportunities amid the changing world. Our country, the world’s second-largest economy, is our staunchest supporter and the source of our biggest opportunities. Combined with Hong Kong’s international prospects, our opportunities far outweigh the challenges. By working together, innovating, and embracing reform, we will turn our beloved Hong Kong into an even better home for everyone. The Pearl of the Orient will keep shining brighter than ever before.”
The partnership accelerates secure, seamless, and context-rich IT support for the AI era
SAN FRANCISCO, Sept. 17, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Atomicwork, the agentic service management platform built for the AI era, today announced a strategic investment from Okta Ventures. This investment strengthens Atomicwork’s mission to reinvent enterprise IT. By combining Agentic AI with modern identity security, IT teams can unlock faster, safer employee productivity without compromising on experience. The result: Quick resolutions, fewer tickets in the flow of work, and secure-by-design workflows.
Okta Ventures invests in Atomicwork
Through this partnership, Atomicwork and Okta will build integrations that embed identity, access intelligence, and IGA into everyday service delivery.
For example, when an employee can’t access Workday, they simply message Atom (Atomicwork’s Universal AI Agent) in Teams, Slack, or the browser: “I can’t get into Workday.”
Atom validates their identity via Okta—role, group membership, and device data—to determine the right access policy and intelligently assigns access instantly. If it detects security concerns, like an unusual login location, Atom escalates to IT with the full identity context attached.
The result is no ticket, no wait time, and complete confidence that the entire process was secure, compliant, and fully auditable without requiring a manual workflow.
Together, Atomicwork and Okta will enable IT teams to deliver personalized, proactive support across every business app, channel, and device, making enterprise IT both seamless and secure.
Atomicwork’s AI-native Universal Agent already reduces ticket volumes by up to 60% for IT and service teams with omnichannel and multimodal Agentic AI, while improving end-user satisfaction by more than 25%. By embedding identity into these agentic workflows, Atomicwork ensures that every interaction is not just faster, but also trusted and compliant, meeting the needs of today’s global, distributed enterprises.
“Legacy ITSM tools were built to manage tickets. We’re building Atomicwork to eliminate them,” said Vijay Rayapati, Co-founder and CEO of Atomicwork. “Okta Ventures shares our belief that identity is the foundation of trust in the enterprise. With their backing, we’ll accelerate our vision of giving modern IT teams the power of AI-native service management and enterprise identity controls in one unified platform, so employees can get instant, secure help wherever they work.”
“Identity is at the core of secure, modern enterprise infrastructure,” said Austin Arensberg, Senior Director, Okta Ventures. “Atomicwork is redefining how IT service management works in an AI-first world, and we’re excited to support their vision of bringing identity-driven automation and agentic AI to enterprises everywhere.”
Atomicwork has raised over $40M across its seed and Series A rounds so far.
About Atomicwork Atomicwork is a modern service management platform, built for the AI era. With agentic AI and identity at the core, it automates routine IT tasks, unifies internal workflows, and delivers instant, contextual ITSM and ESM across Slack, Teams, and the browser—empowering IT teams to focus on strategic initiatives that drive business growth. Headquartered in San Francisco, Atomicwork serves global enterprises with offices in India and Singapore.
About Okta Ventures Okta Ventures (www.okta.com/okta-ventures) invests in and supports companies building cutting-edge technologies in identity, security, and privacy. As part of the leading identity cloud, Okta Ventures provides access to Okta’s APIs, technologies, and engineering expertise, while supporting portfolio companies’ go-to-market and brand growth.