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Qingdao VR conference fuels innovation, industry growth

QINGDAO, China, Nov. 25, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — A report from China Daily

The 2025 Qingdao Virtual Reality Innovation Conference was held in the Laoshan district of Qingdao city, Shandong province, from Nov 21 to 22. It gathered innovators, industry leaders, researchers, and scholars to explore new frontiers in virtual reality(VR) and artificial intelligence(AI).

The event aimed to pool global innovation resources, accelerate the transformation of technological achievements, deepen industry exchange, and advance the integration of VR and AI across sectors. It sought to inject fresh momentum into building a modern industrial system and position Qingdao as a national hub for digital economy development.

This year’s conference featured a diverse lineup of activities, including a main forum and opening ceremony, sub-forums on integrated applications, a VR industry supply-demand matchmaking session, and a VR innovation competition.

One of the main highlights was the launch of the Qingdao Virtual Reality Innovation and Experience Center. This center blends more than ten cutting-edge technologies—such as VR, augmented reality, spatial computing, digital twins, holographic display, and virtual filming—with cultural storytelling.

Exhibits included an interactive light-and-shadow hall featuring letters from renowned scientist Qian Xuesen, a dome-screen digital sand table, an extended reality hardware holographic display platform, and a suspended sphere-screen flying theater that delivers a fully immersive “dream journey” powered by VR and AI.

During the conference, a special matchmaking event for companies in the VR sector took place. This session showcased breakthroughs in key technologies and scenario-based applications, strengthened collaboration between upstream and downstream players, and promoted the integration of large, medium, and small enterprises. The goal was to accelerate the process from technological verification to real-world deployment and commercial operation, bringing in more high-quality projects to Qingdao.

Since its launch in 2017, the Qingdao Virtual Reality Innovation Conference has grown into an influential platform for exchange and cooperation, serving Qingdao, Shandong province, and the national and global VR community.

As a prominent hub for VR development, Laoshan district is experiencing rapid growth in its VR and AI industries. By 2025, the combined output of these industries is projected to exceed 60 billion yuan ($8.42 billion), propelling key sectors of the digital economy toward a total value of nearly 120 billion yuan. The district hosts numerous high-end innovation platforms, including two major national-level innovation centers, which foster breakthroughs in core technologies and facilitate the commercialization of scientific achievements.

Looking ahead, Laoshan aims to advance both the VR and AI industries beyond the 100-billion-yuan mark while establishing a 5-billion-yuan industrial fund cluster. These efforts will further optimize the business environment and empower enterprise innovation.

The Qingdao Virtual Reality Innovation and Experience Center is officially launched on Nov 21 in Laoshan district of Qingdao, Shandong province. [Photo by Wang Haibin]
The Qingdao Virtual Reality Innovation and Experience Center is officially launched on Nov 21 in Laoshan district of Qingdao, Shandong province. [Photo by Wang Haibin]

 

Laguna Wins Multiple SPASA Awards for Excellence in Pool Design and Construction

Award-winning craftsmanship reaffirms Laguna’s position as one of Australia’s leading luxury pool and landscape design company

MELBOURNE, Australia, Nov. 25, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Laguna has once again set the benchmark for design innovation and craftsmanship, taking home 18 Gold Awards at the 2025 Swimming Pool and Spa Association (SPASA) Awards of Excellence. The wins celebrate Laguna’s ongoing commitment to creating Pools with Purpose; spaces that unite architectural design, lifestyle and landscape in perfect harmony.

This year’s honours include some of the industry’s most prestigious accolades, such as:

  • Australia’s Best Concrete Pool Builder – 2025
  • Victoria’s Best Concrete Pool Builder – 2025 & 2024
  • Australia & Victoria’s Best Pool Designer – 2025 & 2024
  • Victoria’s Business of the Year – 2025
  • Victoria & Australia’s Best Marketing Campaign – “Partner Series” – 2025

Laguna’s Clifton Hill project was a standout of the evening, securing Gold across eight categories at both State and National level, including Innovative Project, Best Pool Landscape Design and Spa of the Year. The project’s success is a testament to Laguna’s collaborative approach and design precision, transforming complex sites into refined outdoor sanctuaries.

“Our goal has always been to design and build pools that move beyond aesthetics, creating spaces that bring people together and reflect the way they live,” said Laguna Director, Glenn Maxton. “These awards are recognition not just of our craftsmanship, but of the partnerships we form with our clients and design teams to bring truly bespoke visions to life.”

Laguna’s Landscape Designer, Matt Scrase, was also honoured as Australia and Victoria’s Best Pool Designer for the second consecutive year, reinforcing Laguna’s reputation for boundary-pushing creativity and architectural excellence.

With over 140 SPASA industry and construction awards received in the past nine years, including 58 between 2023 and 2025 alone, Laguna continues to lead the Australian market in luxury pool and landscape design.

“Awards are never our primary focus,” Maxton added. “But they’re a reflection of the values that drive us – innovation, integrity and a genuine passion for creating spaces that can be enjoyed by our clients every single day.”

About Laguna

Laguna is an award-winning Australian pool and landscape design company renowned for creating bespoke outdoor spaces that blend beauty, functionality and lifestyle purpose. With a design-led, collaborative approach, Laguna delivers Pools with Purpose, unique spaces crafted to complement the architecture and spirit of every home.

Singapore’s Solar E-Waste Expected to Soar as Its Solar Panel Projects Near Maturation: Redux Launches Advanced Automated Solar Panel Recycling Facility

  • Launched in 2007, Singapore’s Clean Energy Vision Oversaw the Implementation of Wide-Scale Solar Test Beds Across Housing Precincts; Large-Scale Solar Panel Replacement Will Require Responsible E-Waste Management
  • REDUX Takes on Stewardship Role with Project SolaREV to Efficiently Manage Solar Panel Decommissioning Process

SINGAPORE, Nov. 25, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Redux, a Singapore-based recycling company specialising in e-waste, announces the unveiling of an advanced automated solar panel recycling facility and integrated partnership approach in anticipation of Singapore’s expected increase in photovoltaic (PV) waste over the next decade. Nationwide, Redux estimates the percentage of solar panels supplied to be decommissioned over the next two years to grow from 138,522 to 143,000 panels a year, which highlights the importance of circular economy solutions in renewable energy.

Globally, solar panels are known to have an efficiency reduction of up to 80% around the 25-year mark. However, due to the unavailability of solar panel maintenance services in Singapore, panels here experience efficiency degradation as early as the 7-year mark. They are then replaced and the old solar panels disposed of, creating a significant disposal market in Singapore and landfill risk if unmanaged. Other countries continue maintaining their panels for as long as 30 years.

“This is a fledgling industry for Singapore, with gaps in services to ensure truly sustainable solar panel maintenance and management,” says Jeff Seah, Founder and Business Development Director of Redux. “As our nation continues to increase our reliance on solar power, we also generate more solar e-waste. As an advocate for sustainability and better e-waste management, Redux sought out solutions to manage this waste holistically. Together with two other local companies, Project SolaREV was created. We envision that this marks the beginning of broader solutions for our industry.”

Project SolaREV is an advanced technology solar e-waste facility and partnership system that aims to recover, recycle and reuse as much as 96% of each solar panel, significantly reducing PV waste as opposed to conventional solar panel decommissioning methods. In addition, Redux’s solar-powered facility uses only 1.14kWh of electricity with significantly reduced carbon emissions to efficiently separate recyclable materials such as glass, silver and other metals from each solar panel. Recovered materials are then sent on to the relevant recycling plants for subsequent processing. The facility is able to dismantle and process 18 solar panels in 60 minutes, or 36,000 a year, which is approximately 27% of Singapore’s current Photovoltaic (PV) waste.

A collaborative project between 3 local companies – Redux, EtaVolt, and Vector Green – Project SolaREV will focus on PV recycling projects in the region. Redux will take the lead in material recovery, recycling infrastructure and carbon impact reporting, while technology partner, EtaVolt will bring engineering expertise in PV material analysis, process design and technical adaptation to evolving solar technologies, and Vector Green will focus on bridging field operations with the recycling process by managing solar panel decommissioning, collection and delivery.

Adds Jeff, “Project SolaREV is an industry-first to merge advanced automation with an integrated partnership and reporting system to oversee the end-to-end management of and significantly reduce PV waste in Singapore. With holistic carbon reporting and accountability data, companies and the industry will be able to better manage PV waste in time to come. Eventually, by working hand in hand with the government and industry players, we aim to develop a complete PV-waste recycling ecosystem that will set the benchmark across ASEAN.”

For more information on Redux, visit www.redux.sg.  

 

WELLFITXPLORE 2025 CONCLUDES WITH GREAT SUCCESS: ADVANCING THE “HEALTHY MACAO BLUEPRINT” AND BUILDING A BENCHMARK PLATFORM FOR HEALTH AND WELLNESS IN THE ASIA-PACIFIC

MACAO, Nov. 24, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — From November 22 to 23, WellFitXplore 2025—the Asia-Pacific Health & Wellness Training Festival—was successfully held at MGM COTAI in Macao. Organized by CrossFit China and proudly sponsored by MGM, this regional flagship event embraced the theme “EMPOWER HEALTH • ENHANCE WELLNESS,” leveraging an integrated model of Competition + Education + Industry. The event carried forward the momentum from the 15th National Games, aligned with Macao’s “Healthy Macao Blueprint,” and injected sustainable health-driven vitality into Macao’s diversified economic development.

PowerXplore Finals
PowerXplore Finals

UPGRADED FORMAT: WORLD CHAMPION PARTICIPATION AND A FOCUSED PUSH FOR SPORTS–HEALTH INTEGRATION

As the festival entered its third edition, WellFitXplore 2025 once again elevated its scale and professionalism. The most notable highlight was the participation of eight-time CrossFit Games champion Tia‑Clair Toomey‑Orr. Throughout the two‑day agenda, Tia led an advanced elite‑athlete training camp, sharing cutting‑edge methodologies, and also served as commentator and technical advisor for the PowerXplore 2025 Competition—bringing world‑class insights directly to participants.

Deeply inspired by the atmosphere on her first visit to China, Tia said meeting Chinese athletes and fitness enthusiasts face-to-face was truly invigorating. She encouraged everyone to stay true to their passion, remain dedicated to their pursuits, and share their enthusiasm for healthy living with a broader community.

At the same time, WellFitXplore 2025 deeply aligned with the Health Bureau of the Macao SAR Government’s “Healthy Macao Blueprint” and incorporated elements from the Sports Bureau of the Macao SAR Government’s “Healthy Community” program. By integrating global best practices in health management, chronic disease prevention, functional fitness education, and competitive sports, the festival effectively advanced the concept of “Active Health” in Macao, laying valuable foundations for long‑term development within the health and wellness sector.

INDUSTRY LINKAGE: CARRYING SPORTS MOMENTUM FORWARD AND STRENGTHENING GBA SYNERGY

Following the successful conclusion of the 15th National Games, WellFitXplore 2025 captured the rising interest in sports across the region. Through its innovative model of Competition + Education + Industry, the festival contributed to Macao’s “Sports + Tourism” integration and reinforced its role as a key hub connecting sports and health industries within the Greater Bay Area.

In education, more than ten international multidisciplinary experts delivered in‑depth training sessions covering functional fitness, health management, sports rehabilitation, and chronic disease prevention. Through a blend of theory and hands‑on practice, participants gained updated professional knowledge, strengthening the industry’s talent pipeline.

WellFitXplore founder Kong Liang remarked: “The simultaneous presentation of CrossFit Level 1/2 certificate courses and cutting-edge content from top international instructors in a world-class venue like MGM signifies that we are jointly writing a new chapter in holistic health education.”

In competition, PowerXplore 2025 brought the event to its climax. Twenty elite athletes from around the world competed head‑to‑head, presenting extraordinary displays of strength, skill, and resilience. This not only delivered a world‑class spectator experience but also highlighted Macao’s capabilities in hosting international sports events.

Australian athlete Khan Porter, a course instructor and familiar face at the competition, shared: “The night I competed on MGM’s rooftop last year remains vivid in my memory—the atmosphere was incredible! I’m delighted to witness elite athletes competing here once again.”

In industry development, with MGM’s world‑class facilities and Macao’s position as an international tourism hub, the festival offered participants deep professional exchanges as well as immersive cultural tourism experiences—further enhancing Macao’s branding as a global sports and leisure destination and accelerating the integration and upgrading of GBA sports‑health industries.

Interview with Dr. Iwan Dietschi, Senior Vice President of Hospitality of MGM
Interview with Dr. Iwan Dietschi, Senior Vice President of Hospitality of MGM

COMMUNITY IMPACT: BRINGING RESOURCES TO NEIGHBORHOODS AND ADVANCING A “HEALTH FOR ALL” VISION

A major focus of WellFitXplore 2025 was extending health benefits to the community, in line with the Healthy Macao Blueprint’s call to “strengthen community‑based health promotion.” Alongside elite events and advanced education, the festival built an inclusive ecosystem that combines professional resources with public participation.

A standout highlight was the continued expansion of the PowerXplore community division. More than 40 Macao residents of different ages and occupations participated in on‑site fitness challenges under the guidance of international athletes. This two‑way empowerment—professional athletes engaging with the public, and the public experiencing structured training—enabled “Active Health” to take root in real‑world practice.

After the main event concluded, the festival’s influence continued to extend into communities. On November 24, eight-time CrossFit Games champion Tia‑Clair Toomey‑Orr  was invited to deliver practical sessions for MGM team members on foundational training, posture optimization, and pain management. By transforming advanced knowledge into accessible and actionable skills, the initiative enabled international‑level resources to benefit Macao’s communities.

In a media interview, Dr. Iwan Dietschi, Senior Vice President of Hospitality of MGM , stated: “As the premier sponsor, we are dedicated to providing top-tier resources to support education and events, creating unforgettable experiences for participants from around the world. Together with CrossFit, we are leveraging world-class training systems, multidisciplinary professional forums, and international competitions to establish Macau as a regional hub for health innovation.”

MGM has been a staunch supporter of the conference for three consecutive editions, continuously deepening its partnership. Through its sponsorship of multiple sports and wellness initiatives, MGM fully demonstrates its unwavering commitment and strategic vision for advancing Macau’s health and wellness industry.

From a professional gathering to a city-wide shared experience, WellFitXplore 2025 has demonstrated its international influence and delivered tangible health benefits to the local community through its integrated model of competition, education, and industry. With the successful conclusion of its third edition, the IP is steadily evolving into a signature Asia-Pacific health-education platform with global reach. With the continued support of MGM, the festival will further deepen industry collaboration across the Asia-Pacific region, strengthening Macao’s position as a key nexus for global health innovation and contributing enduring “Macao strength” to the prosperity of the region’s health and wellness sector.

ABOUT MGM

MGM is an abbreviation for MGM China Holdings Limited (HKEx: 2282) and is a leading developer, owner and operator of gaming and lodging resorts in Greater China. We are the holding company of MGM Grand Paradise, SA which holds one of the six gaming concessions to run casino games in Macau. MGM Grand Paradise, SA owns and operates MGM MACAU, the award-winning premium integrated resort located on the Macau Peninsula and MGM COTAI, a contemporary luxury integrated resort in Cotai. 

MGM MACAU is a Forbes Five-Star luxury integrated resort inspired by the arts with every element of the resort infused with creativity and style. MGM MACAU has approximately 600 guest rooms and suites and boasts a number of distinguishing features, including the architecturally stunning European-inspired Grande Praça, housed under a soaring glass ceiling. The POLY MGM MUSEUM spanning almost 2,000 square meters, is constructed in accordance with Chinese national standards for the exhibition of Grade-One cultural relics. MGM MACAU’s world class facilities also include conference and event facilities, spa, and seven signature restaurants and bars to fulfill any gastronomic craving. Our property is conveniently located on the Macau Peninsula and is directly connected to the luxury retail shopping complex, One Central.

Designed as the “jewelry box” of Cotai, MGM COTAI offers approximately 1,400 hotel rooms and suites, meeting space, high end spa, retail offerings, food and beverage outlets as well as the first international Mansion at MGM for the ultimate luxury experience.  MGM has joined hands with renowned Chinese filmmaker Zhang Yimou to set up the “Macau 2049″ residency in MGM Theater. The Spectacle at MGM COTAI becomes the record holder of the largest free-span gridshell glazed roof (self-supporting) on January 19, 2019, making it the first architectural and structural GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS™ title for Macau, China. MGM COTAI is being developed to drive greater product diversification and bring more advanced and innovative forms of entertainment to Macau as it grows as a global tourist destination. MGM COTAI is the only mega complex and hotel in Macau to gain three-star certification in both Green Building Design and Operation Label, as well as the first hotel in the Greater Bay Area and second in Greater China to receive the certifications.

MGM China is majority owned by MGM Resorts International (NYSE: MGM) one of the world’s leading global hospitality companies, operating a portfolio of destination resort brands including Bellagio, ARIA, MGM Grand, Mandalay Bay and Park MGM. For more information about MGM Resorts International, visit the Company’s website at www.mgmresorts.com.

ABOUT CROSSFIT®

CrossFit® is the world’s leading platform for improving health, well‑being, and athletic performance. Founded over 20 years ago, CrossFit has grown from a garage gym in Santa Cruz, California, into one of the most recognized strength and conditioning brands globally. Dedicated to fostering an inclusive and welcoming environment, CrossFit has impacted millions of people through training at more than 12,000 licensed affiliates across 158 countries. CrossFit, LLC also organizes the annual CrossFit Games season, beginning with the worldwide Open and culminating in the CrossFit Games finals, where top athletes compete for the title of Fittest on Earth®.

August Global Partners Closes Flagship Healthcare Fund Above Target, Expanding AUM to $350 Million

SINGAPORE, Nov. 25, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — August Global Partners (“AGP”), Asia’s leading independent healthcare and technology investor, today announced the successful close of its second fund, the AGP Healthcare Fund (“AGPHC”) of $150 million, surpassing initial fundraising targets despite persistent headwinds in the global private equity and venture capital landscape.

AGP’s founding partners – who played a formative role in shaping Singapore’s biomedical sector and championed Singapore EDBI’s global investment efforts across healthcare, technology and deeptech – have attracted strong support for the firm’s flagship healthcare fund. AGPHC secured commitments from a diverse base of financial, institutional and strategic limited partners spanning Asia, Europe, and North America.

Together with its inaugural vehicle, the AGP Continuation Growth Fund (“AGPCG”), AGP now manages a total of $350 million in assets under management. AGPCG backs dynamic local champions in various sectors, including healthcare and deep technology, supporting their regional and global expansion ambitions. AGPCG continues to deliver robust performance with meaningful ‘Distribution to Paid in Capital’ (“DPI”) to its investors.

AGP’s distinct advantage lies in its decades-long track record of success, deep-rooted sector relationships, and operational expertise across healthcare, technology, and deeptech innovation. Anchored by the investment theme “Living Better, Aging Better,” AGPHC targets transformative, high-growth opportunities in healthtech, advanced manufacturing, digital health, and precision medicine. AGP partners with visionary founders driving breakthroughs in next-generation care delivery—from genomics and oncology to edge AI-powered wearables, medtech, and specialty healthcare access.

At fund close, AGPHC had already deployed capital into a diverse portfolio of high-impact, growth companies, delivering early DPI—a clear signal of value creation for its investors.

Ms. Chu Swee Yeok, Chair and Founding Partner, commented: “AGP stands apart through our deep sector expertise, trusted global networks, and the commercial agility to navigate the complexities of the healthcare landscape. We are deeply grateful to our investors and partners for their continued confidence in our strategy and leadership. As a nimble, performance-driven fund grounded in disciplined, high-impact investing, AGPHC’s strong investment momentum and early DPI distributions are powerful indicators of the tangible value we are delivering—to both our investors and the visionary innovators we back.”

Dr. Basil Lui, Founding Partner at AGP, added: “Looking ahead, the convergence of medical technology, digital health, AI, and Asia’s demographic transformation presents unprecedented opportunities for innovation and growth. AGP remains committed to a focused investment approach—partnering with exceptional founders and scaling platforms that address the urgent needs of preventive health, aging populations, chronic disease management, and the future of medicine across the region.”

AGP is a Singapore-based independent fund management company, specialising in growth investments across healthcare and technology. AGP provides value-added capital and strategic support to portfolio companies worldwide, including through AGPHC, a global healthcare focused investment fund which backs founders and innovations advancing precision medicine, AI-powered health technologies, and patient-centric care.

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Tuya Reports Third Quarter 2025 Unaudited Financial Results

SANTA CLARA, Calif., Nov. 25, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Tuya Inc. (“Tuya” or the “Company”) (NYSE: TUYA; HKEX: 2391), a global leading AI cloud platform service provider, today announced its unaudited financial results for the third quarter ended September 30, 2025.

Third Quarter 2025 Financial Highlights

  • Total revenue was US$82.5 million, up approximately 1.1% year-over-year (3Q2024: US$81.6 million).
  • Platform-as-a-service (“PaaS”) revenue was US$59.2 million, up approximately 2.4% year-over-year (3Q2024: US$57.9 million).
  • Software-as-a-service (“SaaS”) and others revenue was US$11.5 million, up approximately 15.4% year-over-year (3Q2024: US$9.9 million).
  • Smart solution revenue was US$11.8 million, down approximately 14.6% year-over-year (3Q2024: US$13.8 million).
  • Overall gross margin was 48.3%, up 2.3 percentage point year-over-year (3Q2024: 46.0%). Gross margin of PaaS increased to 48.8%, up 1.9 percentage points year-over-year (3Q2024: 46.9%).
  • Operating margin was 4.6%, improved by 25.6 percentage points year-over-year (3Q2024: negative 21.0%). Non-GAAP operating margin was 10.8% (3Q2024: 9.1%).
  • Net margin was 18.2%, improved by 23.6 percentage points year-over-year (3Q2024: negative 5.4%). Non-GAAP net margin was 24.4% (3Q2024: 24.7%).
  • Net profits were US$15.0 million, compared to a loss of US$4.4 million in the same period of 2024. Non-GAAP net profits were US$20.1 million (3Q2024: US$20.1 million).
  • Net cash generated from operating activities was US$30.0 million, up approximately 25.7% year-over-year (3Q2024: US$23.9 million).
  • Total cash and cash equivalents, time deposits and treasury securities recorded as short-term and long-term investments were US$1,026.5 million as of September 30, 2025, compared to US$1,016.7 million as of December 31, 2024.

For further information on the non-GAAP financial measures presented above, see the section headed “Use of Non-GAAP Financial Measures.”

Third Quarter 2025 Operating Highlights

  • PaaS customers1 for the third quarter of 2025 were approximately 2,200 (3Q2024: approximately 2,200). Total customers for the third quarter of 2025 were approximately 3,100 (3Q2024: 3,100).
  • Premium PaaS customers2 for the trailing 12 months ended September 30, 2025 were 280 (3Q2024: 286). In the third quarter of 2025, the Company’s premium PaaS customers contributed approximately 88.0% of its PaaS revenue (3Q2024: approximately 85.6%).
  • Dollar-based net expansion rate (“DBNER”)3 of PaaS for the trailing 12 months ended September 30, 2025 was 109% (3Q2024: 124%).
  • Registered AI developers were over 1,622,000 as of September 30, 2025, up 23% from approximately 1,316,000 developers as of December 31, 2024.
  1. The Company defines a PaaS customer for a given period as a customer who has directly placed orders for PaaS with the Company during that period.
  2. The Company defines a premium PaaS customer as a customer as of a given date that contributed more than US$100,000 of PaaS revenue during the immediately preceding 12-month period.
  3. The Company calculates DBNER of PaaS for a trailing 12-month period by first identifying all customers in the prior 12-month period (i.e., those have placed at least one order for PaaS during that period), and then calculating the quotient from dividing the PaaS revenue generated from such customers in the current trailing 12-month period by the PaaS revenue generated from the same group of customers in the prior 12-month period. The Company’s DBNER may change from period to period, due to a combination of various factors, including changes in the customers’ purchase cycles and amounts and the Company’s customer mix, among other things. DBNER indicates the Company’s ability to expand customer use of the Tuya platform over time and generate revenue growth from existing customers.

Mr. Xueji (Jerry) Wang, Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Tuya, commented, “Amid ongoing global trade uncertainties, Tuya delivered another quarter of strong execution and resilient performance. We achieved our ninth consecutive quarter of year-over-year revenue growth, driven by steady demand for our core PaaS and SaaS offerings and the continued enhancement of our product portfolio. Looking ahead, we remain focused on deepening our relationships with core customers, strengthening our global presence, and advancing product innovation, particularly in AI-driven software and developer services. Through disciplined operations and sustained investment in key technologies, we aim to further enhance the value we create for customers, partners, and shareholders.”

Mr. Yi (Alex) Yang, Director and Chief Financial Officer of Tuya, added, “In the third quarter, Tuya maintained a solid financial foundation. Gross margin improved to 48.3% year over year, and we continued to expand operating leverage through disciplined cost management. GAAP net profit turned positive and showed a significant improvement from the prior year, while non-GAAP profitability remained strong with a net margin of 24.4%. We generated US$30 million in operating cash flow during the quarter and maintained a robust net cash position of over US$1.0 billion. These financial strengths provide us the flexibility to navigate external uncertainties and continue investing in long-term growth initiatives.”

Third Quarter 2025 Unaudited Financial Results

REVENUE

Total revenue in the third quarter of 2025 increased by 1.1% to US$82.5 million from US$81.6 million in the same period of 2024.

  • PaaS revenue in the third quarter of 2025 increased by 2.4% to US$59.2 million from US$57.9 million in the same period of 2024, primarily due to increasing demand compared with the same period of 2024 and the Company’s strategic focus on customer needs and product enhancements, despite the disruptions in the international business environment due to tariff-related headwinds since this April. As a result, the Company’s DBNER of PaaS for the trailing 12 months ended September 30, 2025 softened to 109%, compared to 124% for the trailing 12 months ended September 30, 2024.
  • SaaS and others revenue in the third quarter of 2025 increased by 15.4% to US$11.5 million from US$9.9 million in the same period of 2024, primarily due to an increase in revenue from cloud software products. During the quarter, the Company remained committed to offering value-added services and a diverse range of software products with compelling value propositions to its customers.
  • Smart solution revenue in the third quarter of 2025 decreased by 14.6% to US$11.8 million from US$13.8 million in the same period of 2024.

COST OF REVENUE

Cost of revenue in the third quarter of 2025 decreased by 3.2% to US$42.7 million from US$44.1 million in the same period of 2024.

GROSS PROFIT AND GROSS MARGIN

Total gross profit in the third quarter of 2025 increased by 6.1% to US$39.8 million from US$37.5 million in the same period of 2024. The gross margin in the third quarter of 2025 was 48.3%, compared to 46.0% in the same period of 2024.

  • PaaS gross margin in the third quarter of 2025 was 48.8%, compared to 46.9% in the same period of 2024.
  • SaaS and others gross margin in the third quarter of 2025 was 70.8%, compared to 71.6% in the same period of 2024.
  • Smart solution gross margin in the third quarter of 2025 was 23.8%, compared to 23.5% in the same period of 2024.

Gross margin of each revenue stream increased or fluctuated primarily due to changes in products and solutions mix. As an AI developer platform with rich ecosystem of smart devices and applications, the Company is committed to focusing on software products with compelling value propositions while maintaining cost efficiency.

OPERATING EXPENSES

Operating expenses decreased by 34.1% to US$36.0 million in the third quarter of 2025 from US$54.6 million in the same period of 2024. Non-GAAP operating expenses increased by 2.6% to US$30.9 million in the third quarter of 2025 from US$30.1 million in the same period of 2024. For further information on the non-GAAP financial measures presented above, see the section headed “Use of Non-GAAP Financial Measures.”

  • Research and development expenses in the third quarter of 2025 were US$22.8 million, down 8.4% from US$24.9 million in the same period of 2024, primarily because of (i) the lower share-based compensation expenses as equity incentive awards granted at higher valuations in previous years have been gradually amortized and (ii) partially offset by employee-related costs due to regular team movements. Non-GAAP adjusted research and development expenses in the third quarter of 2025 were US$21.7 million, compared to US$19.9 million in the same period of 2024.
  • Sales and marketing expenses in the third quarter of 2025 were US$8.0 million, down 17.3% from US$9.7 million in the same period of 2024, primarily because of (i) the decrease in employee-related costs due to regular team movements, (ii) the lower share-based compensation expenses as equity incentive awards granted at higher valuations in previous years have been gradually amortized. Non-GAAP adjusted sales and marketing expenses in the third quarter of 2025 were US$7.5 million, compared to US$8.0 million in the same period of 2024.
  • General and administrative expenses in the third quarter of 2025 were US$8.5 million, down 62.0% from US$22.3 million in the same period of 2024, primarily because of (i) the lower share-based compensation expenses as equity incentive awards granted at higher valuations in previous years have been gradually amortized, (ii) a decrease in professional service costs, among other things. Non-GAAP adjusted general and administrative expenses in the third quarter of 2025 were US$4.9 million, compared to US$4.4 million in the same period of 2024.
  • Other operating income, net in the third quarter of 2025 was US$3.2 million, primarily due to the receipt of software value-added tax refunds.

LOSS/PROFIT FROM OPERATIONS AND OPERATING MARGIN

Profit from operations in the third quarter of 2025 was US$3.8 million, compared to a loss of US$17.1 million in the same period of 2024. The Company had a non-GAAP profit from operations of US$8.9 million in the third quarter of 2025, compared to a non-GAAP profit from operations of US$7.4 million in the same period of 2024, consistently achieving operating profitability and leverage.

Operating margin in the third quarter of 2025 was 4.6%, improved by 25.6 percentage points from negative 21.0% in the same period of 2024. Non-GAAP operating margin in the third quarter of 2025 was 10.8%, improved by 1.7 percentage points from 9.1% in the same period of 2024.

NET LOSS/PROFIT AND NET MARGIN

Net profit in the third quarter of 2025 was US$15.0 million, compared to a loss of US$4.4 million in the same period of 2024. Non-GAAP net profit in the third quarter of 2025 was US$20.1 million, compared to US$20.1 million in the same period of 2024, consistently demonstrating profitability and improved leverage, despite being partially impacted by interest rate cuts.

Net margin in the third quarter of 2025 was 18.2%, improved by 23.6 percentage points from negative 5.4% in the same period of 2024. Non-GAAP net margin in the third quarter of 2025 was 24.4%, compared to 24.7% in the same period of 2024.

BASIC AND DILUTED NET LOSS/PROFIT PER ADS

Basic and diluted net profit per ADS was US$0.02 in the third quarter of 2025, compared to basic and diluted net loss of US$0.01 in the same period of 2024. Each ADS represents one Class A ordinary share.

Non-GAAP basic and diluted net profit per ADS was US$0.03 in the third quarter of 2025, compared to non-GAAP basic and diluted net profit of US$0.04 in the same period of 2024.

CASH AND CASH EQUIVALENTS, TIME DEPOSITS AND TREASURY SECURITIES RECORDED AS SHORT-TERM AND LONG-TERM INVESTMENTS

Cash and cash equivalents, time deposits and treasury securities recorded as short-term and long-term investments were US$1,026.5 million as of September 30, 2025, compared to US$1,016.7 million as of December 31, 2024. The Company believes its current cash position is sufficient to meet its current liquidity and working capital needs.

NET CASH GENERATED FROM OPERATING ACTIVITIES

Net cash generated from operating activities in the third quarter of 2025 was US$30.0 million, compared to US$23.9 million in the same period of 2024. The net cash generated from operating activities for the third quarter of 2025 mainly due to working capital changes in the ordinary course of business.

For further information on non-GAAP financial measures presented above, see the section headed “Use of Non-GAAP Financial Measures.”

Business Outlook

Based on recent trends, the overall operating environment for connected devices and intelligent solutions remains complex but is demonstrating greater stability compared with earlier in the year. Participants across the value chain – including manufacturers, brands, and channel partners – maintain a cautious approach to planning; however, we are observing a normalization in project execution and clearer demand visibility in several of our core categories.

At the same time, enterprises and consumers worldwide are accelerating their adoption of AI technologies and smart hardware. In the third quarter, Tuya continued to advance its AI and platform strategy by enhancing its AI-powered PaaS and SaaS offerings, expanding industry-focused solutions such as space-intelligence, and further cultivating its global developer and partner ecosystem. These initiatives are designed to reinforce our position as a leading AI developer platform and drive diversified, higher-value revenue streams over the long term.

Building on the progress achieved in recent quarters, including sustained profitability, an improved margin profile, and strong operating cash flow, the Company remains focused on disciplined execution while selectively investing in key product, technology, and market growth opportunities. Tuya believes that its platform capabilities, ecosystem strengths, and solid financial position provide a strong foundation to navigate near-term uncertainties and capture long-term structural opportunities in the global intelligent technology market.

In response to this evolving market environment, the Company will remain committed to continuously iterating and improving its products and services and further enhancing software and hardware capabilities, particularly by leveraging the AI capabilities, expanding key customer base, investing in innovations and new opportunities, diversifying revenue streams, and further optimizing operating efficiency. At the same time, the Company understands that future trajectories may encounter challenges, including shifting consumer spending patterns, regional economic disparities, inventory management, foreign exchange rate and interest rates volatility, the imposition of new tariffs, or adjustments in existing tariffs or trade barriers, and broader geopolitical uncertainties.

Conference Call Information

The Company’s management will hold a conference call at 07:30 P.M. Eastern Time on Monday, November 24, 2025 (08:30 A.M. Hong Kong Time on Tuesday, November 25, 2025) to discuss the financial results. In advance of the conference call, all participants must use the following links to complete the online registration process. Upon registering, each participant will receive the dial-in information and a unique PIN (personal access code) to join the call, and an email confirmation with the details.

Participants Online Webcast Registration:
https://edge.media-server.com/mmc/p/qmezjvzg

Participants Call Registration:
https://register-conf.media-server.com/register/BI86c04c19c52a48c6bb64d46104c02dff

A live and archived webcast of the conference call will also be available at the Company’s investor relations website at https://ir.tuya.com, and a replay of the webcast will be available following the session.

About Tuya Inc.

Tuya Inc. (NYSE: TUYA; HKEX: 2391) is a global leading AI cloud platform service provider with a mission to build an AI developer ecosystem and enable everything to be smart. Tuya has pioneered a purpose-built AI cloud platform with cloud and generative AI capabilities that delivers a full suite of offerings, including Platform-as-a-Service, or PaaS, Software-as-a-Service, or SaaS, and smart solutions for developers of smart device, commercial applications, and industries. Through its AI developer platform, Tuya has activated a vibrant global developer community of brands, OEMs, AI agents, system integrators and independent software vendors to collectively strive for smart solutions ecosystem embodying the principles of green and low-carbon, security, high efficiency, agility, and openness.

Use of Non-GAAP Financial Measures

In evaluating the business, the Company considers and uses non-GAAP financial measures, such as non-GAAP operating expenses, non-GAAP profit from operations (including non-GAAP operating margin), non-GAAP net profit (including non-GAAP net margin), and non-GAAP basic and diluted net profit per ADS, as supplemental measures to review and assess its operating performance. The presentation of non-GAAP financial measures is not intended to be considered in isolation or as a substitute for the financial information prepared and presented in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles in the United States of America (“U.S. GAAP”). The Company defines non-GAAP financial measures by excluding the impact of share-based compensation expenses, credit-related impairment of long-term investments and litigation costs from the respective GAAP financial measures. The Company presents the non-GAAP financial measures because they are used by the management to evaluate its operating performance and formulate business plans. The Company also believes that the use of the non-GAAP financial measures facilitates investors’ assessment of its operating performance.

Non-GAAP financial measures are not defined under U.S. GAAP and are not presented in accordance with U.S. GAAP. Non-GAAP financial measures have limitations as analytical tools. One of the key limitations of using the aforementioned non-GAAP financial measures is that they do not reflect all items of expenses that affect the Company’s operations. Share-based compensation expenses, credit-related impairment of long-term investments and litigation costs have been and may continue to be incurred in the business and are not reflected in the presentation of non-GAAP measures. Further, the non-GAAP financial measures may differ from the non-GAAP information used by other companies, including peer companies, and therefore their comparability may be limited. The Company compensates for these limitations by reconciling the non-GAAP measures to the most directly comparable U.S. GAAP measures, all of which should be considered when evaluating the Company’s performance. The Company encourages you to review its financial information in its entirety and not rely on a single financial measure.

Reconciliations of Tuya’s non-GAAP financial measures to the most comparable U.S. GAAP measures are included at the end of this press release.

Safe Harbor Statement

This press release contains forward-looking statements. These statements are made under the “safe harbor” provisions of the U.S. Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Statements that are not historical facts, including statements about the Company’s beliefs, and expectations, are forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements involve inherent risks and uncertainties, and a number of factors could cause actual results to differ materially from those contained in any forward-looking statements. In some cases, forward-looking statements can be identified by words or phrases such as “may”, “will”, “expect”, “anticipate”, “target”, “aim”, “estimate”, “intend”, “plan”, “believe”, “potential”, “continue”, “is/are likely to” or other similar expressions. Further information regarding these and other risks, uncertainties or factors is included in the Company’s filings with the SEC. The forward-looking statements included in this press release are only made as of the date hereof, and the Company disclaims any obligation to publicly update any forward-looking statements to reflect subsequent events or circumstances, except as required by law. All forward-looking statements should be evaluated with the understanding of their inherent uncertainty.

Investor Relations Contact

Tuya Inc.
Investor Relations
Email: ir@tuya.com

HL Strategy
Haiyan LI-LABBE
Email: hl@hl-strategy.com

Piacente Financial Communications
China Tel: +86-10-6508-0677
U.S. Tel: +1-212-481-2050
Email: tuya@thepiacentegroup.com

 

 

TUYA INC.

UNAUDITED CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS 
AS OF DECEMBER 31, 2024 AND SEPTEMBER 30, 2025

(All amounts in US$ thousands (“US$”),

except for share and per share data, unless otherwise noted)

As of
December 31,

As of
September 30,

2024

2025

ASSETS

Current assets:

Cash and cash equivalents

 

 

653,334

 

 

845,274

Restricted cash

50

Short-term investments

194,536

112,395

Accounts receivable, net

7,592

9,999

Notes receivable, net

7,485

11,952

Inventories, net

23,840

23,138

Prepayments and other current assets, net

16,179

17,839

Total current assets

903,016

1,020,597

Non-current assets:

      Restricted cash

243

Property, equipment and software, net

6,619

11,424

Land use rights, net

8,825

8,792

Operating lease right-of-use assets, net

4,550

3,729

Long-term investments

180,092

81,397

Other non-current assets, net

678

668

Total non-current assets

200,764

106,253

Total assets

1,103,780

1,126,850

LIABILITIES AND SHAREHOLDERS’ EQUITY

Current liabilities:

      Accounts payable

19,051

23,285

Advances from customers

31,346

26,671

Deferred revenue, current

7,525

9,087

Accruals and other current liabilities

32,257

64,227

Incomes tax payables

360

490

Lease liabilities, current

3,798

1,820

Total current liabilities

94,337

 

125,580

Non-current liabilities:

Lease liabilities, non-current

851

1,631

Deferred revenue, non-current

377

401

Other non-current liabilities

767

Total non-current liabilities

1,995

2,032

Total liabilities

96,332

127,612

 

 

TUYA INC.

UNAUDITED CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS (CONTINUED)
AS OF DECEMBER 31, 2024 AND SEPTEMBER 30, 2025

(All amounts in US$ thousands (“US$”),

except for share and per share data, unless otherwise noted)

As of
December 31,
2024  

As of

September 30,

2025

Shareholders’ equity:

Class A ordinary shares

25

27

Class B ordinary shares

4

4

Treasury stock

(15,726)

Additional paid-in capital

1,612,712

1,548,005

Accumulated other comprehensive loss

(19,716)

(17,523)

Accumulated deficit

(569,851)

(531,275)

Total shareholders’ equity

1,007,448

999,238

Total liabilities and shareholders’ equity

1,103,780

1,126,850

 

 

TUYA INC.

UNAUDITED CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF 
COMPREHENSIVE (LOSS)/INCOME

(All amounts in US$ thousands (“US$”),

except for share and per share data, unless otherwise noted)

For the Three Months Ended

For the Nine Months Ended

September 30,

September 30,

September 30,

September 30,

2024

2025

2024

2025

Revenue

81,617

82,487

216,558

237,304

Cost of revenue

(44,102)

(42,685)

(114,366)

(122,505)

Gross profit

37,515

39,802

102,192

114,799

Operating expenses:

Research and development expenses

(24,877)

(22,775)

(71,344)

(67,958)

Sales and marketing expenses

(9,663)

(7,993)

(28,033)

(24,165)

General and administrative expenses

(22,301)

(8,474)

(54,636)

(26,789)

Other operating incomes, net

2,213

3,237

7,997

7,546

Total operating expenses

(54,628)

(36,005)

(146,016)

(111,366)

(Loss)/profit from operations

(17,113)

3,797

(43,824)

3,433

Other income

Other non-operating incomes, net

766

766

3,413

2,300

Financial income, net

12,985

11,376

38,244

34,532

Foreign exchange loss, net

(638)

(706)

(1,000)

(56)

(Loss)/profit before income tax expense

(4,000)

15,233

(3,167)

40,209

Income tax expense

(373)

(261)

(1,621)

(1,633)

Net (loss)/profit

(4,373)

14,972

(4,788)

38,576

Net (loss)/profit attributable to Tuya Inc.

(4,373)

14,972

(4,788)

38,576

Net (loss)/profit attributable to   
   ordinary shareholders

(4,373)

14,972

(4,788)

38,576

Net (loss)/profit

(4,373)

14,972

(4,788)

38,576

Other comprehensive income

Changes in fair value of long-term investments

 

 

(139)

 

91

Transfer out of fair value changes of

long-term investments

(65)

Foreign currency translation

2,904

1,703

1,876

2,102

Total comprehensive (loss)/income   
   attributable to Tuya Inc.

(1,469)

16,675

(3,116)

40,769

 

 

TUYA INC.

UNAUDITED CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF 
COMPREHENSIVE (LOSS)/INCOME (CONTINUED)

(All amounts in US$ thousands (“US$”),

except for share and per share data, unless otherwise noted)

For the Three Months Ended 

For the Nine Months Ended

September 30,

September 30,

September 30,

September 30,

2024

2025

2024

2025

Net (loss)/profit attributable to Tuya Inc.

(4,373)

14,972

(4,788)

38,576

Net (loss)/profit attributable to
  ordinary shareholders

(4,373)

14,972

(4,788)

38,576

Weighted average number of ordinary shares used in

computing net (loss)/profit per share

– Basic

 

569,821,232

611,862,458

 

562,913,590

611,032,000

– Diluted

569,821,232

614,106,059

562,913,590

613,156,826

Net (loss)/profit per share attributable to

ordinary shareholders

– Basic

 

(0.01)

0.02

 

(0.01)

0.06

– Diluted

(0.01)

0.02

(0.01)

0.06

 

Share-based compensation expenses were

included in:

Research and development expenses

 

4,978

 

1,124

 

11,860

 

4,600

Sales and marketing expenses

1,675

469

4,229

1,789

General and administrative expenses

17,663

3,532

39,450

14,490

 

 

TUYA INC.

UNAUDITED CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS

(All amounts in US$ thousands (“US$”),

except for share and per share data, unless otherwise noted)

For the Three Months Ended

For the Nine Months Ended

September 30,

September 30,

September 30,

September 30,

2024

2025

2024

2025

Net cash generated from operating activities

23,851

29,971

50,170

57,514

Net cash (used in)/generated from investing activities

(28,213)

91,424

61,872

171,392

Net cash used in financing activities

(328)

(178)

(36,912)

Effect of exchange rate changes on cash and

cash equivalents, restricted cash

826

51

503

139

Net (decrease)/increase in cash and
  cash equivalents, restricted cash

(3,864)

121,446

112,367

192,133

 

Cash and cash equivalents, restricted cash at the
  beginning of period

 

614,919

724,071

 

498,688

 

653,384

 

Cash and cash equivalents, restricted
  cash at the
 end of period

 

611,055

845,517

 

611,055

 

845,517

 

 

TUYA INC.

UNAUDITED RECONCILIATION OF NON-GAAP MEASURES TO THE MOST
DIRECTLY COMPARABLE FINANCIAL MEASURES

(All amounts in US$ thousands (“US$”),

except for share and per share data, unless otherwise noted)

For the Three Months Ended 

For the Nine Months Ended

September 30,

September 30,

September 30,

September 30,

2024

2025

2024

2025

Reconciliation of operating expenses to  
  non-GAAP operating expenses

Research and development expenses

 

(24,877)

(22,775)

(71,344)

(67,958)

Add: Share-based compensation expenses

4,978

1,124

11,860

4,600

Adjusted Research and development expenses

(19,899)

(21,651)

(59,484)

(63,358)

Sales and marketing expenses

(9,663)

(7,993)

(28,033)

(24,165)

Add: Share-based compensation expenses

1,675

469

4,229

1,789

Adjusted Sales and marketing expenses

(7,988)

(7,524)

(23,804)

(22,376)

General and administrative expenses

(22,301)

(8,474)

(54,636)

(26,789)

Add: Share-based compensation expenses

17,663

3,532

39,450

14,490

Add: Credit-related impairment of

long-term investments

 

 

 

189

 

27

Add: Litigation costs

200

2,300

Adjusted General and administrative expenses

(4,438)

(4,942)

(12,697)

(12,272)

Reconciliation of (loss)/profit from operations to
  non-GAAP profit from operations

(Loss)/profit from operations

(17,113)

3,797

(43,824)

3,433

Add: Share-based compensation expenses

24,316

5,125

55,539

20,879

Add: Credit-related impairment of long-term

investments

 

 

 

189

 

27

Add: Litigation costs

200

2,300

Non-GAAP Profit from operations

7,403

8,922

14,204

24,339

Non-GAAP Operating margin

9.1 %

10.8 %

6.6 %

10.3 %

 

 

TUYA INC.

UNAUDITED RECONCILIATION OF NON-GAAP MEASURES TO THE MOST
DIRECTLY COMPARABLE FINANCIAL MEASURES (CONTINUED)

(All amounts in US$ thousands (“US$”),

except for share and per share data, unless otherwise noted)

For the Three Months Ended

For the Nine Months Ended

September 30,

September 30,

September 30,

September 30,

2024

2025

2024

2025

Reconciliation of net (loss)/profit to
non-GAAP net profit

Net (loss)/profit

(4,373)

14,972

(4,788)

38,576

Add: Share-based compensation expenses

24,316

5,125

55,539

20,879

Add: Credit-related impairment of long-term

investments

 

 

 

189

 

27

Add: Litigation costs

200

2,300

Non-GAAP Net profit

20,143

20,097

53,240

59,482

Non-GAAP Net margin

24.7 %

24.4 %

24.6 %

25.1 %

Weighted average number of ordinary shares used in

computing non-GAAP net profit per share

– Basic

 

569,821,232

 

611,862,458

 

562,913,590

 

611,032,000

– Diluted

571,386,571

614,106,059

585,311,819

613,156,826

Non-GAAP net profit per share attributable to

ordinary shareholders

– Basic

 

0.04

 

0.03

 

0.09

 

0.10

 

– Diluted

 

0.04

 

0.03

 

0.09

 

0.10

 

EPWK Holdings Ltd. Announces Receipt of Nasdaq Delisting Notification Letter

XIAMEN, China, Nov. 25, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — EPWK Holdings Ltd. (Nasdaq: EPWK) (the “Company”), a company that connects businesses with great talents through innovative and efficient cloud-sourcing platforms, today announced that the Company received a letter (the “Notification Letter”) from the Listing Qualifications Staff (the “Staff”) of The Nasdaq Stock Market, LLC (“Nasdaq”) on November 20, 2025, notifying the Company that, since the Company has not yet filed its Form 20-F for the fiscal year ended June 30, 2025 (the “Filing”), it no longer complies with Listing Rule 5250(c)(1). As a result, the Staff has determined to delist the Company’s securities from The Nasdaq Stock Market.

Since the Company is already before Nasdaq Hearings Panel (the “Panel”) for its failure to comply with Listing Rule 5250(a)(1), the Company will have seven days, or until November 28, 2025, to request an extended stay request of any further delisting actions, pending a Panel decision or any extension the Panel would grant. 

About EPWK Holdings Ltd.

The Company connects businesses with outstanding talent through an innovative and efficient integrated crowdsourcing platform, providing creative transaction services for small and medium-sized enterprises and suppliers. The Company was founded by Guohua Huang, former chief reporter of Fujian Daily Press Group, and conducts its operations through its subsidiaries and contractual arrangements with the variable interest entity in China. For more information, please visit the Company’s website: www.epwk.com

Forward-Looking Statements

Certain statements in this announcement are forward-looking statements, including, but not limited to, the Company’s proposed offering. These forward-looking statements involve known and unknown risks and uncertainties and are based on current expectations and projections about future events and financial trends that the Company believes may affect its financial condition, results of operations, business strategy and financial needs, including the expectation that the offering will be closed. Investors can find many (but not all) of these statements by the use of words such as “approximates,” “believes,” “hopes,” “expects,” “anticipates,” “estimates,” “projects,” “intends,” “plans,” “will,” “would,” “should,” “could,” “may” or other similar expressions. The Company undertakes no obligation to update or revise publicly any forward-looking statements to reflect subsequent occurring events or circumstances, or changes in its expectations, except as may be required by law. Although the Company believes that the expectations expressed in these forward-looking statements are reasonable, it cannot assure you that such expectations will turn out to be correct, and the Company cautions investors that actual results may differ materially from the anticipated results and encourages investors to review other factors that may affect its future results in the Company’s registration statement and other filings with the SEC.

UNIDO Announces Winners of Inaugural One World Sustainability Awards in Riyadh

RIYADH, Saudi Arabia, Nov. 25, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — UNIDO has announced the winners of the inaugural ONE World Sustainability Awards at the twenty-first session of the UNIDO General Conference (GC21) in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, celebrating innovators whose work advances sustainable, inclusive industrial development across the globe.

UNIDO Director General with the winners of the inaugural ONE World Sustainability Awards at GC21 in Riyadh
UNIDO Director General with the winners of the inaugural ONE World Sustainability Awards at GC21 in Riyadh

H.E. Vice Minister of Industry and Mineral Resources for Industrial Affairs of Saudi Arabia, Eng. Khalil bin Ibrahim bin Salamah, emphasized the transformative power of the awards: “These awards send a clear message to the world. They show that profitability and positive impact can thrive side by side and that sustainability is no longer a choice but a powerful economic drive.”

UNIDO Director General highlighted in his opening speech that: “This is the beginning of a movement where sustainability is not an option but a standard. The winners show us that innovation, responsibility and success can go hand in hand. The choices we make today – how we produce and how we consume – impact our societies today and tomorrow. Together we can shape a future that is fair, sustainable, and full of opportunities for all.”

Launched as part of the Global Industry Summit 2025, the awards honor individuals and organizations across four categories: Innovative Startups, Sustainable Supply Chains, Women in Industry, and Lifetime Achievement.

Nature Bio Foods, represented by Amit Singh, received the Sustainable Supply Chains Award. The India-based company works with more than 96,000 smallholder farmers across India, Africa, and Europe, pioneering climate-resilient, carbon-neutral agriculture models.

The Women in Industry Award was presented to Norah Magero, CEO of Drop Access Limited in Kenya, recognized for advancing solar-powered cold-chain innovation that supports vaccine distribution and food systems across Africa.

WeLight Africa, led by Romain De Villeneuve, won the Innovative Start-ups Award for accelerating rural electrification through sustainable mini-grid solutions in Madagascar, Mali, Nigeria and the Democratic Republic of Congo.

Dr. Gro Harlem Brundtland of Norway received the Lifetime Achievement Award as the country’s first female Prime Minister and former WHO Director-General.

“The scale of UNIDO here in Riyadh inspires us to advance our cold-chain innovations and deepen Drop Access’s impact for the communities that need them most,” said Norah Magero.

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