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IShowSpeed Redefines Live Streaming with 35-Day, 24/7 Tour Powered by TVU Networks

MOUNTAIN VIEW, Calif., Sept. 17, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Millions of fans are tuning in as IShowSpeed embarks on an unprecedented challenge: a nonstop, 35-day livestream across the United States. More than a tour, it’s a revolutionary broadcast experiment that bridges the gap between a traditional television production and the unfiltered energy of a YouTuber.

IShowSpeed Redefines Live Streaming with 35-Day, 24/7 Tour Powered by TVU Networks
IShowSpeed Redefines Live Streaming with 35-Day, 24/7 Tour Powered by TVU Networks

IShowSpeed (Darren Jason Watkins Jr.) is one of the most dynamic personalities in online entertainment. Known for his spontaneous humor and viral moments, he’s built a global fan base of millions on YouTube and Twitch. Speed’s streams regularly break records, cementing him as a defining voice of a new generation of digital creators.

For decades, live television meant satellite trucks and massive crews with rigid schedules. Speed is proving those barriers are gone. His cross-country livestream shows two powerful media worlds colliding: the polished reliability of broadcast and the raw unpredictability of digital creators. And at the center of this convergence stands TVU, not just as a transformer of live media, but as the link to making this experiment possible.

“IShowSpeed’s tour is a nonstop sprint, and every day is a test of technology that has to be ready for anything,” said Josh Tucker, Head of Streaming Strategy and Partnerships at TVU Networks. “For years, broadcast was a one-sided exchange, but now TVU is building the tools that turn it into a two-way conversation that includes content creators like Speed.”

The bus he’s traveling in has been transformed into a rolling production hub, wired with cameras and powered by multiple TVU devices. Whether Speed is gaming inside, stepping out into the streets, or crashing an event, the show follows seamlessly, capturing every angle with the polish of TV but the immediacy of Twitch.

UnlimitedIRL has also joined forces with TVU on this ambitious project, providing trusted guidance and technical expertise to ensure an uninterrupted, high-quality stream.

“Streaming from a new city every day without interruptions requires the perfect blend of hardware and software,” said Taylor Webb, Chief of Operations at UnlimitedIRL. “TVU’s ecosystem delivers that – combining the stability of broadcast with the flexibility creators like Speed require – making it possible to pull off a 35-day nonstop livestream with a lean crew and top-tier quality. He wanted the ability to stream nonstop – from the stadiums and colleges of America’s biggest cities to the highways in between – without missing a second. This is something we’ve never seen before, and it’s setting a new bar for what live streaming can be.”

Behind the scenes, TVU RPS One IRL Backpacks keep multiple camera feeds synced and stable, even while the bus goes full speed through remote locations with little connectivity. In the cloud, TVU Producer handles live switching, replays, graphics, and global team collaboration – all from a browser, all live. And with TVU’s transmission algorithm ISX, aggregating Starlink with 4G/5G cellular networks the stream is primed to capture whatever comes next.

“This tour is the dream, but running it non-stop takes serious gear,” said Samuel I (Slipz), Speed’s technical director. “With TVU, we’re locked in—rock-solid tech, backup when we need it, and the freedom to push streaming further. That’s how Speed keeps breaking the mold and delivering the kind of moments fans can’t miss.”

In this new hybrid universe, the roles are clear: IShowSpeed is the hero rewriting the rules of live entertainment, and TVU is his sidekick, powering the story behind the scenes.

About IShowSpeed

IShowSpeed (Darren Watkins Jr.) is a 20-year-old global streamer and entertainer with over 148 million subscribers and followers, and billions of views worldwide. Named Rolling Stone’s Most Influential Creator of 2025, he has blended gaming, music, sports, and real-world adventure into one of the most powerful and culture-shaping digital entertainment platforms of all-time.
Visit www.youtube.com/IShowSpeed to watch live

About TVU Networks

TVU Networks is a global leader in cloud and IP-based live video solutions, powering broadcast, streaming, and remote production for news, sports, and entertainment. Trusted by media organizations in over 100 countries, TVU’s award-winning ecosystem enables agile, scalable, and cost-effective workflows, anytime, anywhere. For more information, visit www.tvunetworks.com.

About UnlimitedIRL

UnlimitedIRL is a leader in professional live streaming solutions, working with today’s top creators and global brands to produce the most innovative broadcasts in digital media. From its flagship IRL Backpack to custom mobile and event-based streaming systems, UnlimitedIRL combines technical expertise with creative insight to enable groundbreaking, high-quality live content anywhere in the world. Learn more at www.unlimitedirl.com

Xiao-I Corporation Renews Strategic Partnership with Leading Global Bank to Elevate Digital Banking Experience

SHANGHAI, Sept. 17, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Xiao-I Corporation (NASDAQ: AIXI), a global leader in artificial intelligence solutions, today announced the successful renewal of its strategic partnership with one of the world’s premier financial institutions, a multinational banking organization renowned for its extensive global network and comprehensive financial services.

The sustained partnership focuses on the continued deployment and enhancement of Xiao-I’s intelligent customer service platform, iBot Pro, which has been instrumental in transforming the Bank’s digital customer engagement capabilities. By leveraging Xiao-I’s sophisticated suite of AI technologies, including advanced natural language processing, multi-modal interaction capabilities, and deep learning algorithms, the Bank has consistently achieved remarkable improvements in service quality and operational efficiency.

Transformative Outcomes Achieved Through AI Innovation 

Throughout the partnership, Xiao-I’s cognitive intelligence solutions have delivered substantial value across multiple dimensions of the Bank’s customer service operations:

The solution delivers instant and accurate responses to a wide range of banking inquiries, including account management services, transaction details, credit card services, and wealth management products. This has significantly reduced customer wait times while improving first-contact resolution rates to exceptional levels.

Xiao-I’s platform has successfully automated the handling of high-volume routine inquiries and standard banking transactions, allowing the Bank’s human customer service representatives to focus on more complex financial advisory services and value-added customer interactions. This strategic reallocation of human resources has resulted in demonstrable reductions in operational costs while simultaneously enhancing service quality.

The AI-powered solution has demonstrated remarkable scalability in managing fluctuating inquiry volumes, particularly during peak banking periods and market volatility events. The platform’s ability to seamlessly handle increased service demand without requiring proportional increases in human resources has provided the Bank with significant operational flexibility and cost advantages.

Xiao-I’s cognitive intelligence platform has generated valuable data-driven insights from customer interactions, enabling the Bank to identify emerging customer needs, optimize service processes, and develop more targeted financial products. These insights have informed strategic decision-making across product development, service improvement initiatives, and risk management strategies.

Commitment to Financial Services Excellence 

Xiao-I Corporation remains deeply committed to supporting the financial services industry through continuous innovation and technological advancement. The Company maintains significant investments in research and development of next-generation AI solutions specifically designed to address the unique challenges and opportunities within the global banking sector. Xiao-I continues to explore and implement AI technologies across diverse financial scenarios, from retail banking services to complex wealth management applications.

About Xiao-I Corporation

Xiao-I Corporation is a leading cognitive intelligence enterprise in China that offers a diverse range of business solutions and services in artificial intelligence, covering natural language processing, voice and image recognition, machine learning, and affective computing. Since its inception in 2001, the Company has developed an extensive portfolio of cognitive intelligence technologies that are highly suitable and have been applied to a wide variety of business cases. Xiao-I powers its cognitive intelligence products and services with its cutting-edge, proprietary AI technologies to enable and promote industrial digitization, intelligent upgrading, and transformation. For more information, please visit: www.xiaoi.com.

Forward-Looking Statements

This press release contains forward-looking statements as defined by the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Forward-looking statements include statements concerning plans, objectives, goals, strategies, future events or performance, and underlying assumptions and other statements that are other than statements of historical facts. When the Company uses words such as “may,” “will,” “intend,” “should,” “believe,” “expect,” “anticipate,” “project,” “estimate” or similar expressions that do not relate solely to historical matters, it is making forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements are not guarantees of future performance and involve risks and uncertainties that may cause the actual results to differ materially from the Company’s expectations discussed in the forward-looking statements. These statements are subject to uncertainties and risks including, but not limited to, the following: the Company’s ability to achieve its goals and strategies, the Company’s future business development and plans for future business development, including its financial conditions and results of operations, product and service demand and acceptance, reputation and brand, the impact of competition and pricing, changes in technology, government regulations, fluctuations in general economic and business conditions in China, and assumptions underlying or related to any of the foregoing and other risks contained in reports filed by the Company with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”). For these reasons, among others, investors are cautioned not to place undue reliance upon any forward-looking statements in this press release. Additional factors are discussed in the Company’s filings with the SEC, including under the section entitled “Risk Factors” in its annual report on Form 20-F filed with the SEC on May 15, 2025, as well as its current reports on Form 6-K and other filings, all of which are available for review at www.sec.gov. The Company undertakes no obligation to publicly revise these forward-looking statements to reflect events or circumstances that arise after the date hereof.

Gorilla Signs $1.4 Billion Contract with Freyr Singapore to Build Southeast Asia’s AI Data Centre Backbone


Phase One deployment valued at $300 million begins in Indonesia

Gorilla to Lead AI Infrastructure, GPU Deployment and Multi-Year SLA Operations

London, United Kingdom – (Newsfile Corp. – September 17, 2025) – Gorilla Technology Group Inc. (NASDAQ: GRRR) (“Gorilla” or the “Company”), a global solution provider in Security Intelligence, Network Intelligence, Business Intelligence and IoT technology, and Singapore-based infrastructure platform Freyr have together signed a three-year, $1.4 billion contract to develop a network of AI-powered data centres across Southeast Asia. Execution will begin with a $300 million initial phase that will launch in Q4 2025. Gorilla and Freyr will serve multiple entities in developing infrastructure in the region.

The multi-year contract positions Gorilla as the lead provider of AI infrastructure, service-level operations and end-to-end data centre intelligence across three regional markets: Indonesia, Malaysia and Thailand.

While Gorilla will serve as principal operator and infrastructure lead, Freyr will be its regional expansion partner. Gorilla will utilise local co-location facilities and deploy its proprietary AI stack, including GPU-as-a-Service infrastructure, orchestration software and real-time monitoring systems, while managing performance and uptime SLAs over an initial three-year term, with optional 2-year extensions.

“Gorilla has a uniquely strong understanding of this region and therefore the right vantage point to develop this critical network of data centres,” said Jay Chandan, Chairman & CEO, Gorilla Technology Group Inc. “We have been building in AI for more than 17 years, and we understand this region better than most. To have secured a customer of this calibre, a multi-billion-dollar telco with unmatched scale and reputation, is a powerful validation of Gorilla’s capability. Being trusted by such an institution from the outset speaks volumes about the strength of our platform and execution model. Together with Freyr, we are deploying at scale, not talking about it. Phase One alone is $300 million and it is only the start of a much larger expansion.”

“This partnership is based on a simple and collective belief that Southeast Asia deserves sovereign, intelligent, high-performance infrastructure,” said Cary Liu, CEO of Freyr. “This is not just a $1.4 billion contract; it is the beginning of a broader expansion strategy. Together, Freyr and Gorilla are already targeting new data centre opportunities worth at least $2.5 billion over the next couple of years. The Southeast Asian data centre market is expected to exceed $12 to 15 billion and this alliance positions us right at the centre of that growth. With Gorilla’s AI leadership and our regional execution platform, we are not just keeping pace with demand, we are shaping it.”

“Having spent decades building infrastructure strategies across global markets, I can say with confidence that this contract sets a new benchmark for how AI infrastructure should be executed,” said Thomas Sennhauser, Board Member Gorilla Technology Group Inc. “Gorilla’s advantage is clear: deep local understanding, operational speed and serious technical muscle. This is what happens when experience meets urgency. The shift from hyperscale to regionally intelligent infrastructure has begun, and Gorilla is leading that transition.”

Gorilla and Freyr will now finalise detailed Statements of Work (SOWs), Service Level Agreements (SLAs) and GPU infrastructure deployment schedules. Site selection and systems integration for the initial phase are already underway, with AI services expected to go live in early 2026.

About Gorilla Technology Group Inc.

Headquartered in London U.K., Gorilla is a global solution provider in Security Intelligence, Network Intelligence, Business Intelligence and IoT technology. We provide a wide range of solutions, including Smart City, Network, Video, Security Convergence and IoT, across select verticals of Government & Public Services, Manufacturing, Telecom, Retail, Transportation & Logistics, Healthcare and Education, by using AI and Deep Learning Technologies.

Our expertise lies in revolutionizing urban operations, bolstering security and enhancing resilience. We deliver pioneering products that harness the power of AI in intelligent video surveillance, facial recognition, license plate recognition, edge computing, post-event analytics and advanced cybersecurity technologies. By integrating these AI-driven technologies, we empower Smart Cities to enhance efficiency, safety and cybersecurity measures, ultimately improving the quality of life for residents.

For more information, please visit our website: Gorilla-Technology.com.

About Freyr Technology

Freyr Technology AI, based in Singapore, delivers full-stack infrastructure solutions for AI and HPC across the Asia-Pacific. As a NVIDIA Preferred Partner, Freyr offers bare-metal leasing, turnkey GPU clusters, fast hardware delivery and deployment services. Their strength lies in making complex infrastructure simple—from GPUs to networking to fully optimised clusters—giving enterprises and governments the speed, reliability and flexibility they need.

For more information, please visit: freyrtech.ai.

Forward-Looking Statements

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Sweet Chill, Smart Cool: Comfee and MIXUE Deliver a Double Chill This Summer

JAKARTA, Indonesia, Sept. 17, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — This September, the ultimate summer duo came together. Comfee, the lifestyle-driven air-conditioning brand, joined hands with MIXUE, Indonesia’s beloved drink chain, to deliver a refreshing blast of coolness inside and out. From September 4 to 14, the exciting 45-Second Drink Challenge successfully swept across 2500+ MIXUE stores, where participants sipped, slurped, and competed for a chance to win one of 20 Comfee inverter air conditioners. With a lively summer vibe, it became the season’s most fun and refreshing way to chill out.

Comfee and MIXUE are redefining “chill” this season, making it more fun, youthful, and refreshing than ever. MIXUE’s iconic ice-cold drinks bring instant joy to taste buds, while Comfee inverter air conditioner takes care of the other half—delivering cool, clean, and energy-smart air for lasting comfort. Together, it’s a one-of-a-kind Double Chill Experience: cool to drink, cool to breathe, cool to live.

Comfee, Germany No.1 AC Brand
Comfee, Germany No.1 AC Brand

Throughout the campaign, enthusiastic participants grabbed Lemon Mint drink, finished it within 45 seconds, and shared fun, creative videos on TikTok and Instagram. By tagging & following and using the hashtag #MIXUEDrinkChallenge45s, they entered for a chance to win—and 20 lucky winners took home a brand-new Comfee inverter AC. Every sip truly counted toward claiming the ultimate summer chill.

Comfee x Mixue, Sweet Chill, Smart Cool
Comfee x Mixue, Sweet Chill, Smart Cool

Debuting in Indonesia, Comfee brings next-generation inverter air conditioner designed for the young and energetic generation, which stands out by combining energy efficiency, smart connectivity, and healthy living features:

  • Control your AC with just an APP on your phone: By automatically turning on/off from 15km away and customizing cooling mode by needs, a comfy and cooling summer just at your ease.
  • Powered by ECO+, Comfee inverter AC achieves over 30% energy savings, it helps users reduce electricity costs while maintaining comfort in the whole summer.
  • The built-in Active Clean+ self-cleaning system performs a 42-minute deep frost-cleaning cycle to maintain a fresh and healthy environment.
  • Engineered for durability, Comfee features a reliable PCB with UV conformal coating that improves anti-corrosion capability and a wide voltage range of 80V–265V to ensure stable performance under power fluctuations.
  • With golden coating on both the aircon and compressor, it makes Comfee more resistant in oxidation & corrosion and furnish a steadier and long-lasting working environment, efficiently preventing bacteria from breeding and spreading.

This summer, customers across Banten, Jakarta, West Java, Central Java and other regions enjoyed the ultimate chill adventure where refreshing drinks met state-of-the-art cooling comfort. By joining in the challenge, they grabbed their icy drinks and felt the cool breeze. It was the perfect way to chill out and celebrate the season.

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ASEAN Light + Design Expo 2025: Connecting with 5,000 Industry Professionals in Lighting, Design and Smart Living Sectors

BANGKOK, Sept. 17, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — The spotlight shines on as ASEAN Light + Design Expo 2025, co-located with Smart Living Expo, opens its doors at Hall 5, IMPACT Exhibition and Convention Center, Bangkok, Thailand. Organized jointly by IMPACT Exhibition Management Co., Ltd. and Mex Exhibitions Pvt. Ltd., the two co-located exhibitions present the region’s most comprehensive platform for lighting, design, and smart living solutions. The event will be held from 17-19 September 2025 from 10.00 – 18.00 Hrs.

ASEAN Light + Design Expo 2025: Connecting with 5,000 Industry Professionals in Lighting, Design and Smart Living Sectors
ASEAN Light + Design Expo 2025: Connecting with 5,000 Industry Professionals in Lighting, Design and Smart Living Sectors

The exhibition bring over 300 brands and are expected to welcome 5,000+ visitors, driving an estimated 100 million baht in business value. From next-generation lighting systems to integrated smart home technologies, the co-located expos highlight how innovation is reshaping the way people live, work, and design for the future.

Ms. Himani Gulati Director II MEX Exhibitions Pvt. Ltd (MEX International Inc) stated: “ASEAN Light + Design Expo 2025, held alongside Smart Living Expo, is more than just an exhibition — it is a stage where innovation meets opportunity. Together, these platforms bring the lighting and smart living industries into one dynamic ecosystem. We are strengthening Thailand’s business landscape, connecting ASEAN to the global market, and paving the way for sustainable growth through technology and design.”

The dual expos serve as a regional hub for industry professionals to discover the latest lighting, design, and smart living innovations.

  • ASEAN Light + Design Expo 2025 spotlights cutting-edge lighting technologies, design excellence, and energy-efficient solutions that support the region’s growing construction, architecture, and design markets.
  • Smart Living Expo 2025 showcases the future of intelligent lifestyles, featuring smart home automation, connected appliances, IoT solutions, energy management systems, and wellness technologies that enhance everyday living.

Together, the events provide opportunities for business matching, networking, and collaboration, fostering stronger partnerships and shaping the ASEAN lighting and smart living industries for the future.

Under the theme “Shaping the Future of Lighting & Design”, the conference program brings together 30+ international and regional experts covering topics such as smart lighting, sustainable design, industry standards, smart living, sustainability and ASEAN market opportunities.

Key sessions including:

  • Live Smarter, Together: Smart Living in Residential Design – in collaboration with Room Books and Baanlaesuan, featuring leading experts from A49, Lamptitude, and Interior Vision
  • Panel Discussion: Lighting Market Outlook in ASEAN – Growth Drivers and Challenges – with speakers from T&T Innovation Co., Ltd., Lighting & Equipment Public Co., Ltd. (L&E), Metropolitan Electricity Authority (MEA), Illuminating Engineering Association of Thailand (TIEA), and KMUTT
  • User-centered Lighting Design by Center of Lighting Research and Innovation – KMUTT
  • Panel Discussion: Conversations with Lighting Designers – presented by Nulty Lighting Design Co., Ltd., Apld Co., Ltd., ASA Lighting Design Studios, and Inverse Lighting Design Co., Ltd.
  • AI + IoT + LED Light for Smart Energy & Smart Living by Thai IoT Association
  • Towards Net Zero: Empowering Sustainability through Energy Efficiency, Policies, and Incentives by Department of Alternative Energy Development and Efficiency, Ministry of Energy (DEDE)

Beyond product showcases and conferences, the events also feature business matching programs, design competitions, workshops, product demonstrations, and live showcases, offering a comprehensive and engaging experience for entrepreneurs, architects, designers, technology providers, and lifestyle enthusiasts alike. The event also features “Illuminating Architecture: The Design Challenge” — a student contest and awards program that recognizes creativity and innovation in lighting and design among the next generation of professionals.

Join us at ASEAN Light + Design Expo 2025, where business, innovation, and inspiration come together for entrepreneurs, architects, designers, and investors in the international lighting and design industry. Discover cutting-edge trends, smart innovations, and connect with partners from across the ASEAN region. Interested participants can register to attend exhibition and conferences https://evcnx.co/hp6S8 

PR Newswire is one of the official media partners of ASEAN Light + Design Expo.

For more information, please contact us via LINE @aseanlight or Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/aseanlight.designexp or visit event website at https://www.aseanlightdesignexpo.com/ 

About the organizer

IMPACT Exhibition Management Co., Ltd. is the leading exhibition organiser in Thailand. We organise and manage professional trade and public exhibitions, conferences, meetings and training, working in hand with international trade associations, organisers, and corporations across a broad spectrum of industries.

MEX Exhibitions Pvt. Ltd. is an international trade show organizer with over four decades of experience in the advertising industry, more than 27 years in publishing, and 20 years in trade fair organization. The company has successfully organized over 100 exhibitions across various industries, collaborating with multiple sectors, while also publishing a range of reputable magazines and business directories. Its successful exhibitions have been staged across India, Dubai, Singapore, and Thailand.

ASTRI Expresses Full Support for Policy Address Investing in I&T to Boost Hong Kong’s Competitiveness

HONG KONG, Sept. 17, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — The Hong Kong Applied Science and Technology Research Institute (ASTRI) has expressed its full support for the Chief Executive’s Policy Address. Key measures include accelerating the development of Northern Metropolis and the Hetao Shenzhen-Hong Kong Science and Technology Innovation Co-operation Zone (the Loop), alongside increased investment in technology adoption and emerging industries, reinforcing Hong Kong’s status as a leading international innovation and technology (I&T) hub.

The Policy Address outlines an ambitious vision to attract global businesses to Hong Kong by “removing barriers and easing restrictions”, and prioritising high-tech industries and advanced manufacturing. It highlights a strong focus on emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence (AI) and low-altitude economy, advancing their developments and applications.

Strengthening Academia-Industry-Research Collaboration
Ir Sunny Lee, Chairman of ASTRI, welcomed the HKSAR Government’s forward-thinking approach, describing it as a significant boost to Hong Kong’s I&T ecosystem. He emphasised that these measures enable industries to enhance their competitiveness through innovative technology, create employment opportunities, and deliver tangible economic benefits to society.

“ASTRI remains committed to developing ‘people-oriented’ technologies, leveraging vast opportunities presented by the Greater Bay Area and Belt and Road initiatives. We aim to drive global adoption of Hong Kong’s research and development (R&D) achievements, contributing to our country’s development of New Quality Productive Forces and supporting the city’s economic transformation,” said Ir Lee.

He also applauded the introduction of the Innovation and Technology Talents Exchange Scheme for Industry and Academic Sectors, which encourages university professors to engage in corporate R&D activities, enabling a deeper understanding of industry needs. In addition, senior executives from technology enterprises and technical experts will contribute to curriculum development and teaching, strengthening collaboration among industry, academic and research sectors.

“This initiative is a pivotal step in bridging the academia-industry gap,” he added.  “Through bidirectional exchange, we can accelerate the transition of R&D innovations from lab to market while nurturing tech talent equipped for future challenges.”

Driving AI Application Across Industries
Ir Dr Ted Suen, Chief Executive Officer of ASTRI, welcomed the establishment of the AI Efficacy Enhancement Team and the measures aimed at promoting large-scale AI adoption across industries to improve overall efficiency and productivity.

“ASTRI has developed a wide range of AI technologies, integrating them with other patented technologies such as application specific integrated circuits, Internet of Things (IoT), sensing and communication technologies, to create innovative solutions. This aligns perfectly with the Government’s vision of fostering ‘industries for AI’ and ‘AI for industries’,” he said.

Ir Dr Suen stressed the critical importance of I&T in maintaining Hong Kong’s competitive edge, and that accelerating the development of Northern Metropolis and the Loop will enhance the city’s I&T capabilities. “ASTRI is fully aligned with the priorities outlined in the Policy Address and will continue to collaborate with stakeholders across the I&T ecosystem. Our goal is to drive commercialisation of R&D outcomes through enabling wide technology adoption across industries, improving their operational challenges and enhancing efficiency,” he added.

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Ir Sunny Lee, Chairman of ASTRI, welcomed the HKSAR Government's forward-thinking approach, describing it as a significant boost to Hong Kong’s I&T ecosystem. He emphasised that these measures enable industries to enhance their competitiveness through innovative technology, create employment opportunities, and deliver tangible economic benefits to society
Ir Sunny Lee, Chairman of ASTRI, welcomed the HKSAR Government’s forward-thinking approach, describing it as a significant boost to Hong Kong’s I&T ecosystem. He emphasised that these measures enable industries to enhance their competitiveness through innovative technology, create employment opportunities, and deliver tangible economic benefits to society

 

Ir Dr Ted Suen, Chief Executive Officer of ASTRI stressed the critical importance of I&T in maintaining Hong Kong’s competitive edge. He said ASTRI is fully aligned with the priorities outlined in the Policy Address and will continue to collaborate with stakeholders across the I&T ecosystem to drive commercialisation of R&D outcomes
Ir Dr Ted Suen, Chief Executive Officer of ASTRI stressed the critical importance of I&T in maintaining Hong Kong’s competitive edge. He said ASTRI is fully aligned with the priorities outlined in the Policy Address and will continue to collaborate with stakeholders across the I&T ecosystem to drive commercialisation of R&D outcomes

About ASTRI
Hong Kong Applied Science and Technology Research Institute (ASTRI) was founded by the Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region in 2000 with the mission of enhancing Hong Kong’s competitiveness through applied research. ASTRI’s core R&D competence in various areas is grouped under five Technology Divisions: Advanced Electronic Components and Systems; Artificial Intelligence and Trust Technologies; Communications Technologies; Intelligent Perception and Control Technologies, and IoT Sensing and AI Technologies. It is applied across six core areas which are Smart City, Financial Technologies, New Industrialisation and Intelligent Manufacturing, Digital Health, Application Specific Integrated Circuits and Metaverse.

Over the years, ASTRI has nurtured a pool of research, I&T talents and received numerous international awards for its pioneering innovations as well as outstanding business and community contributions. ASTRI has transferred close to 1,600 technologies to the industry and has been granted about 1,200 patents in the Mainland, the United States, and other countries. For further information, please visit https://www.astri.org.

Stanford Advanced Materials Announces New Series of Optical and Nonlinear Crystals to Facilitate Photonics and Laser R&D

SANTA ANA, Calif., Sept. 17, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Stanford Advanced Materials (SAM) is pleased to announce the launch of a new series of optical and nonlinear crystals. The new series will target meeting the growing and diverse demands of photonics, laser research, and high-precision optical applications. SAM continues to demonstrate its commitment to innovation, quality, and tailored solutions for global customers.

SAM's Nonlinear Crystals
SAM’s Nonlinear Crystals

SAM introduces five exclusive additions to the catalogue range: PPLN, MGLN, BIBO, CaF₂, and PPKTP.

PPLN (Periodically Poled Lithium Niobate)

PPLN delivers high-efficiency nonlinear wavelength conversion, with a broad transparency range from 350–5200 nm and versatile quasi-phase-matching structures. Its high nonlinear coefficient and stable performance under controlled temperatures make it ideal for compact, cost-effective laser systems and precision photonics setups. Typical applications include SHG, OPO, DFG, SFG, and quantum optics experiments.

MGLN (Magnesium-Doped Lithium Niobate)

MGLN features a high optical damage threshold, low absorption loss, stable refractive index, and broad transparency, making it ideal for room-temperature phase matching. It is well suited for optical modulation, wavelength conversion, high-power lasers, telecommunications, and nonlinear optical devices.

BIBO (Bismuth Borate)

BIBO offers a large effective nonlinear coefficient (3.5–4× LBO, 1.5–2× BBO, ~8× KDP) and high damage threshold, supporting efficient frequency conversion in the visible and blue ranges. It performs well in second-harmonic generation, optical parametric oscillators, and amplifiers.

CaF (Calcium Fluoride)

CaF₂ provides broad transmission from ultraviolet to infrared wavelengths, with low dispersion and high optical clarity. It is commonly used in lenses, windows, prisms, and high-resolution imaging or spectroscopic systems.

PPKTP (Periodically Poled Potassium Titanyl Phosphate)

PPKTP is a nonlinear crystal with a periodically poled structure that provides efficient quasi-phase matching and a nonlinear coefficient three times higher than standard KTP. It is used for SHG, quantum optics experiments, and generating entangled photons across KTP’s transparency range.

With this expansion, SAM reinforces its role as a trusted supplier of advanced crystal materials. The portfolio offers both technical excellence and flexible customization, supporting diverse research and industrial requirements. These crystals provide the foundation for next-generation photonics and laser technologies.

About Stanford Advanced Materials

Founded in 1994, Stanford Advanced Materials (SAM) is a U.S.-based provider of over 7,000 advanced materials to aerospace, technology, medical, and other high-performance markets. Headquartered in Santa Ana, California, SAM utilizes technical proficiency and a worldwide supply chain to deliver reliable, scalable solutions globally.

Index Exchange Receives Frost & Sullivan’s 2025 Global New Product Innovation Recognition for Leadership in Supply-Side Platforms

Index Exchange earns acclaim for advancing innovation, transparency, and customer-centric solutions within the supply-side platform ecosystem

SAN ANTONIO, Sept. 17, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Frost & Sullivan is pleased to announce that Index Exchange Inc (Index), one of the world’s largest independent supply-side platforms (SSPs), has been awarded the 2025 Global New Product Innovation Recognition in the supply-side platforms industry for its outstanding achievements in product development, transparency, and customer value delivery. This recognition highlights Index’s consistent leadership in driving measurable outcomes, strengthening its market position, and delivering customer-centric innovation in an evolving competitive landscape. 

Frost & Sullivan evaluates companies through a rigorous benchmarking process across two core dimensions: strategy effectiveness and strategy execution. Index excels in both, demonstrating its ability to align strategic initiatives with market demand while executing them efficiently, consistently, and at scale. “Frost & Sullivan highlights Index Exchange’s customer-centric philosophy, which shapes how the company positions itself within the market. By choosing to grow alongside its customers and actively support their success, Index Exchange builds a strong reputation for reliability and integrity, fostering long-term loyalty and enduring partnerships,” said Lara Forlino, industry analyst at Frost & Sullivan.

Guided by a long-term growth strategy focused on supply-side platform innovation and global customer partnerships, Index Exchange has shown its ability to adapt and lead in a rapidly evolving digital advertising landscape. The company’s strategic agility and sustained investment in privacy-centric solutions, automation, and product development have enabled it to scale effectively across global markets. 

With the launch of Index Marketplaces, an omnichannel platform built on Index’s scaled supply and modern infrastructure, Index is leading the sell-side decisioning movement—the next evolution in programmatic advertising. This approach brings enhanced intelligence and optimization to the supply side, empowering media owners to curate and activate inventory earlier. Amid privacy changes and data challenges, sell-side decisioning preserves reliable signals and unlocks new collaboration opportunities between media owners and buyers.

“Success in programmatic today depends on companies working together in flexible ways that reflect real business relationships, involving scale, collaboration, and customization,” said Mike McNeeley, SVP of Product at Index Exchange. “Our Index Marketplaces platform streamlines how partners connect, partner, customize, transact, and report—removing technical barriers and unlocking faster innovation. This Frost & Sullivan recognition affirms our commitment to building transparent and adaptable technology that empowers media owners and helps buyers reach audiences in trusted environments.”

Frost & Sullivan commends Index Exchange for setting a high standard in competitive strategy, execution, and market responsiveness. The company’s vision, robust innovation pipeline, and customer-first culture are shaping the future of supply-side platforms and driving tangible results at scale. 

Each year, Frost & Sullivan presents the New Product Innovation Recognition to a company that demonstrates outstanding strategy development and implementation, resulting in measurable improvements in market share, customer satisfaction, and competitive positioning. The recognition highlights forward-thinking organizations that are reshaping their industries through innovation and growth excellence. 

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Frost & Sullivan’s Best Practices Recognitions honor companies across regional and global markets that exhibit exceptional achievement and consistent excellence in areas such as leadership, technological innovation, customer experience, and strategic product development. Each recognition is the result of a rigorous analytical process in which Frost & Sullivan industry experts benchmark performance through comprehensive interviews, deep-dive analysis, and extensive secondary research. The goal is to identify true best-in-class organizations that are driving transformative growth and setting new industry standards. Contact us: Start the discussion. 

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About Index Exchange
Index Exchange is a global advertising supply-side platform enabling media owners to maximize the value of their content on any screen. We’re a proud industry pioneer with over 20 years of experience connecting leading experience makers with the world’s largest brands to ensure a quality experience for consumers. To learn more, visit: www.indexexchange.com or follow us on LinkedIn