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The Instillery Achieves ISO 27001 Certification

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AUCKLAND, New Zealand, Nov. 24, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Managed Service and Security provider The Instillery has achieved ISO 27001 certification with the scope including managed security and IT support services.

Michael Russell, Chief Executive Officer, The Instillery Group
Michael Russell, Chief Executive Officer, The Instillery Group

The certification was a key focus of the integration work, post the announced merger with leading Australian Managed Services Provider Virtual IT Group; ensuring that at a group level, security tools, processes, and policies are aligned and independently verified to meet international standards.

“With Virtual IT Group, we committed to enhancing our capabilities without losing the local approach our clients trust,” said Michael Russell, CEO of The Instillery. “Achieving ISO 27001 certification demonstrates we’re delivering exactly that.”

The certification enables clients to streamline supplier due diligence processes, with The Instillery’s security maturity now independently verified to the same international standard as Virtual IT Group. The certification covers The Instillery’s service portfolio across cloud infrastructure, modern workplace solutions, networking, and cybersecurity services delivered through the Security Intelligence division.

“Third-party, and even fourth-party risk management, is becoming increasingly important for our customers. It is important that not only do we have robust processes and controls around our internal operations, but that we are also managing our supply chain appropriately,” Russell added. “Our clients now benefit from a trans-Tasman platform where both organisations operate to the same independently verified security standards.”

The ISO 27001 certification can be verified here.

About The Instillery

The Instillery, part of Virtual IT Group, is an award-winning technology company, headquartered in Aotearoa. We deliver top-shelf, refined technology so potent, it’s future-proofed. We are here for the next generation of entrepreneurs, visionaries, and idealists. To breed a culture of empowerment over dependency that elevates technology, people, and processes. Our purpose is to support those with the spirit to dominate with digital by pouring capability in the bloodstream of businesses.

Personar Partners with StarLadder as Official Technology Partner for Budapest Major 2025

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Real-time information and enhanced fan engagement powered by TrackSwift technology to elevate Counter-Strike 2’s premier tournament

LONDON and BUDAPEST, Hungary , Nov. 24, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Personar, an award-winning provider of AI sports technology, today announced its partnership with StarLadder as the official technology partner for the Budapest Counter-Strike 2 Major 2025. This collaboration marks Personar’s entry into esports. It brings advanced real-time communications and interactive fan features directly into the live broadcast across all stages of the tournament, making one of Counter-Strike 2’s most distinctive elements – team communications – accessible to a global audience.

As part of the partnership, the tournament will carry the title Presented by PERSONAR, with branding integrated throughout the arena, live streams, and digital broadcasts. The event will bring thousands into the stadium and reach millions of viewers worldwide.

TrackSwift, Personar’s award-winning platform for real-time sports decision intelligence, will power several key broadcast innovations throughout the tournament:

  • Live In-Match Voice Communications: The broadcast will feature live transcriptions of every key communication moment.
  • Voice Communication Replays: Dedicated replay segments that provide fans with a deeper understanding of the tactical decisions and split-second calls that define championship-level Counter-Strike 2 play.
  • Fan Engagement Features: Personar TrackSwift will enable fans to support their favourite teams and players throughout the broadcast with real-time information.

“The Budapest Major represents one of the most significant events in competitive gaming, and we’re thrilled to bring our TrackSwift technology to enhance the fan experience,” said Adrian Jones, CEO of Personar. Team communications are at the heart of Counter-Strike 2’s excitement, and our technology removes barriers, giving fans unprecedented insight into the strategic brilliance of the world’s best teams. It’s a bold moment for Personar. Esports is global, fast-paced, and redefining how audiences experience competition. TrackSwift now brings the precision, analytics, and broadcast intelligence of professional sports communication to competitive gaming.”

“Partnering with Personar allows us to bring fans closer to the teams than ever before,” said Tina Balan, COO of StarLadder. “TrackSwift adds a new level of clarity and insight to live Counter-Strike 2, and we’re excited to showcase this innovation at the Budapest Major as part of our ongoing commitment to pushing the boundaries of the esports experience.”

TrackSwift’s real-time processing capabilities let fans experience the intensity and strategy of competitive Counter-Strike 2 without missing crucial context of live team communication.

The StarLadder Budapest Major 2025 will take place from 24 Nov to 14 Dec in Budapest, Hungary, featuring a USD 1,250,000 prize pool and 32 of the world’s best Counter-Strike 2 teams competing for esports’ highest honours.

About Personar

Personar is a multi-award-winning AI technology company that enables rapid, data-driven decision-making for sports organizations worldwide. With TrackSwift and expanding product portfolio, Personar transforms the world of sports with actionable AI-driven insights. The company’s mission is to unleash the power of AI to make human decisions easier in high-pressure sporting environments, helping teams and officials achieve peak performance when it matters most. www.personar.ai

About StarLadder

Founded in 2001, StarLadder is a global leader in esports. Renowned for organizing top-tier international tournaments, including the CS2 Major and its flagship StarSeries. StarLadder is widely recognized for its innovation and excellence in event management, studio and broadcast production, and global live streaming. The company played a key role in the evolution of competitive Counter-Strike, hosted the CS:GO 2019 Major in Berlin, and is now delivering the CS2 Major in Budapest. With a strong commitment to quality and the global esports community, StarLadder continues to shape the future of competitive gaming. www.starladder.com

Kingdee is ranked in IDC’s Asia-Pacific AI-ERP MarketScape

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BANGKOK, Nov. 23, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — International Data Corporation (IDC) has recently released its report titled IDC MarketScape: Asia/Pacific (Excluding Japan) AI-Enabled Midmarket Segment ERP 2025–2026 Vendor Assessment. Ailit’s parent company, Kingdee Group, was included in the assessment for its innovative AI capabilities and market strategy; other vendors referenced in the report include Odoo, Zoho, and Sage.

As Kingdee’s flagship product for the SME market, Ailit provides cloud-based intelligent inventory and invoice software for SMEs with per-account multilingual settings (Chinese, English, Spanish, Portuguese, Thai, Arabic, etc.), multi-currency one-click switching (supporting over 150 currencies), and robust multi-tax compliance. As of November 2025, Ailit is now used in 130 countries and regions, serving more than 3.2 million merchants.

Ailit’s strengths in cross-border operations, granular access controls, and flexible document and printing templates enable it to meet diverse local requirements and adapt to different business environments, gaining rapid traction in Southeast Asia, South America, and the Middle East. For example, a Mixue (Mìxuě Bīngchéng) franchisee in Bangkok operates four stores with sixteen employees and uses Ailit’s multi-store and staff management, per-account multilingual experience (Chinese for the owner/Thai for staff), and real-time inventor y synchronization to improve raw-material control and cross-location oversight.

Customer data validates Ailit’s competitiveness: 118,000+ weekly active merchants, an 82.6% renewal rate, and 48.6% of new customers coming from referrals. This high retention stems from Ailit’s precise focus on SME pain points—barcode scanning that auto-recognizes product information; language flexibility so owners and frontline staff can operate in different languages; and interconnected data across stores and warehouses, enabling one-click allocation and shared product and customer records. Its design philosophy—”as simple as using WhatsApp”—helps non-technical users get started quickly.

On the AI innovation front, Ailit launched its AI invoicing module in 2023 and, in October 2025, introduced its AI-powered POS with three major enhancements: Lightning Invoicing; Business Advisor, which predicts break-even points and generates actionable marketing campaigns; and Inventory Master, which supports multi-tier pricing and real-time stock alerts.

“The team is actively bringing Kingdee’s AI capabilities to international markets to help small businesses enhance operational efficiency,” said the Head of International Business at Ailit. “Our vision is to become the digital assistant for SMEs worldwide—helping more small businesses grow into larger ones.”

About Ailit

Ailit is a SaaS-based cloud inventory management product, designed for small and micro merchants to meet the diverse needs of wholesale and retail operations. It is one of the key products under Kingdee Group, a Hong Kong-listed company and a leading SaaS provider in China and the Asia-Pacific region.

Tykhe Capital and Skyvast are Launching the World’s First and Largest Global Grade AI Infrastructure Tokenized Fund at US$150M

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The Fund offers a flexible revenue-share token, unlocking AI infrastructure access from US$1,000


HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 23 November 2025 – Pioneer Asset Management Limited (“Pioneer“), a subsidiary of Tykhe Capital Group Limited (“Tykhe Capital“), a leading Real-World Asset (RWA) and Security Token Offering (STO) innovator in the Asia-Pacific region and Skyvast Digital Sdn. Bhd. (“Skyvast“), today announced the launch of the world’s first global-grade AI infrastructure tokenized fund – the SKYD Token (the “Fund” or “SKYD Token“). With an initial size of US$150 million, it is the largest fund of its kind globally.

The SKYD Token exemplifies the power of tokenized finance, offering a novel structure that is neither equity nor debt. It provides investors a direct share in 15% of the revenue generated by Skyvast, a global company with footprints across Asia built to power the global AI revolution. This model combines the upside potential of project revenue with the liquidity and accessibility of a tokenized security, all within a structured regulatory framework in Hong Kong.

AI Boom Hits a Wall. Web3 Comes with the Fix.

The AI boom is facing a critical bottleneck. According to IDC 2025 data, 70% of ASEAN AI enterprises cite access to AI infrastructure and compute as their top barrier to growth, while regional demand surges at 200% year-over-year. The SKYD Token addresses this gap by channeling capital into essential AI infrastructure through a modern Web3 vehicle.

“This product is a landmark for digital finance,” said Mr. Luo Xinghua, Director of Pioneer. “It provides professional investors with a liquid, transparent, and efficient way to gain exposure to the high-growth AI infrastructure economy. By tokenizing a revenue-share agreement, we unlock value that is traditionally locked in private companies. That’s the transformative potential of Web3. We see this as the first killer application for Web3 – an application that serves the real economy.”

A New Entry Point into Institutional AI Infrastructure. Tokenized, Starting at US$1,000

The Fund enables participation in a diversified pool of institutional-grade AI infrastructure assets, starting from just US$1,000. Skyvast’s multi-vendor strategy de-risks the investment by ensuring yields are not tied to any single supplier’s performance.

“AI infrastructure depends on more than just compute. It relies on the energy, systems, and environments that keep intelligent workloads running,” said Lim Chee Siong, CEO of Skyvast Digital. “This Fund gives investors access to that foundation. By combining regulated tokenization with real-world assets, we open participation in energy-integrated AI estates to a wider global audience. Our tokenized Fund aggregates best-in-class infrastructure into a single liquidity pool. Investors earn revenue from ASEAN’s insatiable AI demand, while developers get flexible, vendor-agnostic access. Hong Kong’s robust regulatory environment makes it the perfect gateway for global investors, while ASEANs cost advantages and strategic neutrality make it an ideal operational base.”

The launch of the SKYD Token marks a significant milestone in democratizing access to high-growth AI infrastructure investments. By combining a regulated, tokenized structure with a low minimum investment, the Fund opens a new asset class to a broader range of investors, while simultaneously helping to address the critical AI infrastructure shortage stifling innovation in the ASEAN region.

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About Tykhe Capital Group Limited

Tykhe Capital is committed to building the technical foundation for the future of finance, powered by cutting-edge Web 3 applications. Through a diversified portfolio of subsidiary companies, we provide a fully compliant, end-to-end infrastructure for the virtual asset ecosystem, driving a transformative new economic paradigm.

  • HKbitEX: A trusted virtual asset exchange licensed under SFC Type 1 and Type 7 and equipped with an Anti-Money Laundering Ordinance (AMLO) license. As a fully licensed, fully compliant exchange with comprehensive insurance coverage, HKbitEX offers robust, secure, and compliant trading solutions for institutional and individual investors, leading innovation in the Real-World Asset (RWA) space across Greater China.
  • Pioneer Asset Management: Licensed under SFC Type 4 (advising on securities) and Type 9 (asset management) with a virtual asset uplift, Pioneer spearheads our Security Token Offering (STO) initiatives, pioneering new avenues for financing.
  • Atom 8: A technology service provider that offers regulatory technology solutions, security token creation, token life cycle management, and wallet solutions.
  • ON1ON Custody: As a licensed custodian (TCSP), ON1ON Custody ensures the secure and reliable management of RWA assets, delivering peace of mind to our clients. ON1ON Custody has fulfilled the service organization control framework (SOC) service audit report SOC 2 formulated by the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA).

At Tykhe Capital, innovation and compliance are at the core of our mission. We are dedicated to reshaping the financial landscape, empowering investors worldwide, and setting new industry standards with our cutting-edge solutions. We launched Hong Kong’s first real estate RWA product in 2023, which was explicitly recognized by in a public speech () at Bloomberg Buy-Side Forum Hong Kong 2023.

About Skyvast Digital Sdn. Bhd.

Skyvast Digital Sdn Bhd, part of the Skyvast Corporation Group, develops AI-integrated infrastructure globally. The company builds and operates energy-backed data centers, off-grid digital campuses, and high performance computing estates that support the growth of AI and advanced digital industries.

SKYD offers exposure to large-scale assets that support AI industries. These include power-ready data centers, energy infrastructure linked to high-density workloads, and digital estates capable of handling advanced applications. The portfolio reflects Skyvast’s branded model, Neural Energy Infrastructure (NEI), where energy and digital systems are integrated from the ground up to deliver scalable AI environments.

Through initiatives like the SKYD Token Fund, Skyvast connects investors with real-world digital and energy assets that shape the next decade of intelligent infrastructure. ()

Lao Youth Shine at Regional Summit with Innovative Solutions

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Second from the left, Lao student Soudaphone “Freya” Khounvixay and her team “MATTIES” clinched first place with their FloodSense project at ACIYLS 2025 in Singapore, held from 26 to 31 October. Photo: Handout

ACIYLS Lao Chapters – Lao youths achieved top honors at the ASEAN-China-India Youth Leadership Summit (ACIYLS) 2025, winning for projects addressing flood monitoring and forest protection.

The summit brought together 120 young leaders from 12 countries across ASEAN, China, and India to work on sustainability, leadership, and innovation. Held from 26 to 31 October in Singapore and supported by regional governments and organizations, the event provided a platform for participants to share ideas, collaborate, and develop practical solutions for a resilient future.

The ASEAN-China-India Youth Leadership Summit (ACIYLS) 2025 was held in Singapore from 26 to 31 October. (Photo credit: ACIYLS)

Award-Winning Innovation

Lao participants achieved outstanding recognition at the final competition, demonstrating both technical innovation and commitment to environmental protection.

Soudaphone “Freya” Khounvixay, as part of the seven-member team “MATTIES,” won first place in the grand final with FloodSense, a project addressing recurring urban floods. The solution uses sensors placed in city sewers to monitor water flow in real time, paired with a mobile app that notifies communities about flood risks before they strike.

“It was an unforgettable moment that reminded me how passion, teamwork, and persistence can turn ideas into real impact,” Soudaphone reflected after the win.

Lao student Soudaphone “Freya” Khounvixay and her team “MATTIES” clinched first place with their FloodSense project at ACIYLS 2025 in Singapore, held from 26–31 October. (Photo credit: ACIYLS)

In a parallel competition, fellow Lao student Farsai Luangphiboune secured second place in the CDL E-Generation Challenge 2025-ACIYLS Edition, an individual sustainability competition sponsored by City Developments Limited (CDL). 

Her project, EcoAlert, empowers citizens to report illegal logging, wildlife hunting, and forest fires while raising awareness about protected forests and endangered species. The challenge focused specifically on innovative solutions for rainforest resilience and biodiversity across ASEAN, China, and India.

“EcoAlert is more than an app, it’s a movement to protect Laos’ forests and biodiversity,” Farsai said.

Lao student Farsai Luangphiboune secured second place in the CDL E-Generation Challenge 2025-ACIYLS Edition n Singapore, held from 26–31 October. (Photo credit: ACIYLS)

Building Regional Leadership

Lao students and the Lao Youth Chapter organizers team at the ASEAN-China-India Youth Leadership Summit (ACIYLS) 2025 in Singapore, held from 26 to 31 October. (Photo credit: ACIYLS)

The Laos Youth Chapter played a central role in organizing the ACIYLS 2025 Lao Country Round, bringing together nine Lao participants for the final summit in Singapore. Alumni from 2023 and 2024 coordinated all aspects of the event, including sponsorships, stakeholder engagement, media, and operations, providing guidance and mentoring throughout.

Tan Eng Han, Founder of OSG (Open Sourced Growth) Youth Alliance, one of the summit organizers, praised the Lao delegation’s contribution: 

“Their dedication, initiative, and ‘pay it forward’ mindset have made a remarkable impact. They stand as role models for the entire region, showing what true youth leadership can achieve.”

Tan Eng Han, Founder of OSG (Open Sourced Growth) Youth Alliance, (Phot credit: ACIYLS)

Vietnam Flooding Death Toll Rises to 55

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This photo taken on November 20, 2025 shows people wading through floodwaters in Nha Trang in Vietnam's coastal province of Khanh Hoa. Rescuers raced to find more than a dozen people still missing on November 22 after a week of heavy flooding in Vietnam, where authorities said at least 55 people have died. (Photo by Duc Thao / AFP)

AFP – Rescuers raced to find more than a dozen people still missing on Saturday after a week of heavy flooding in Vietnam, where authorities said at least 55 people have died.

Relentless rain has lashed south-central Vietnam since late October and popular holiday destinations have been hit by several rounds of flooding.

Whole city blocks were inundated this week in coastal Nha Trang, while deadly landslides struck highland passes around the Da Lat tourist hub.

At least 55 people have been killed across six provinces since Sunday, while the search continues for 13 others, the environment ministry said in a statement released on Saturday.

Mountainous Dak Lak province was the hardest hit, with more than two dozen fatalities, it said.

Rescuers were still plucking people from treetops and the roofs of homes as floodwaters receded there on Friday, state media reported.

Multiple highways remained impassable Saturday and 300,000 people were without power, after a blackout that initially affected more than a million, the environment ministry added.

Natural disasters have left 279 people dead or missing in Vietnam and caused more than USD 2 billion in damage between January and October, according to the national statistics office.

The Southeast Asian nation is prone to heavy rain between June and September, but scientists have identified a pattern of human-driven climate change making extreme weather more frequent and destructive.

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“A New Paradigm in Gifting” — Smart Gardens Emerging as Popular Gifts for Newlyweds and Housewarmings

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SEOUL, South Korea, Nov. 23, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Housewarming gifts are evolving — instead of traditional potted plants, smart gardens are becoming the new trend. ALLUONE Co., Ltd. has introduced “Watering Garden,” a next-generation gift item that combines technology with emotional design, gaining attention as a smart lifestyle product that offers both practicality and aesthetic appeal.

Watering Garden is an IoT-based smart garden equipped with automatic watering and environmental control functions, allowing even those without prior plant care experience to use it easily. With its sleek design and compact size, it fits perfectly into newlywed homes and is expected to become a popular choice as a housewarming gift or office interior accessory.

Through this launch, ALLUONE aims to continue developing user-centered smart plant care solutions in response to the growing number of busy individuals and single-person households.

An ALLUONE representative stated, “Watering Garden is more than just a flowerpot — it serves as a medium that connects nature and emotion in everyday life. We believe it will deliver both sustainability and smartness to the gifting market.”

AutoFlight Aviation Technology Unveils Zero-Carbon eVTOL Water Vertiport

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Introduces World’s First Integrated Sea–Air Low-Altitude Mobility Solution

SUZHOU, China, Nov. 22, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — AutoFlight Aviation Technology, a global leader in electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) innovation, has unveiled the world’s first integrated sea–air solution for low-altitude mobility, combining a zero-carbon water vertiport with eVTOL aircraft to expand advanced air mobility infrastructure across rivers, lakes, and coastal zones. The solution helps move low-altitude aviation from concept to real-world deployment and supports five priority use cases: energy platform maintenance, emergency rescue, high-frequency commuter services, sea-air tourism, and networks of mobile water-based vertiports.

AutoFlight Aviation Technology Unveils Zero-Carbon eVTOL Water Vertiport
AutoFlight Aviation Technology Unveils Zero-Carbon eVTOL Water Vertiport

Zero-Carbon eVTOL Water Vertiport, Rapidly Deployable Across Waterways

AutoFlight’s Zero-Carbon eVTOL Water Vertiport functions as a floating vertiport and operations center. It integrates eVTOL landing platforms, photovoltaic charging and storage, intelligent dispatch, and communication systems, enabling fast deployment without land-based construction. Its fully electric design supports take-off, landing, and charging while enabling real-time coordination with eVTOLs.

The water vertiport is compatible with AutoFlight’s core models—including the industrial-grade White Shark, the 2-ton-class cargo model CarryAll, and the six-seat passenger eVTOL Prosperity—together forming a flexible, integrated land–sea–air mobility network.

Synergizing Sea and Air Across Five Key Sectors

The Sea–Air solution enhances efficiency across multiple mission profiles:

  • Marine Energy Platform Maintenance: Significantly improves the speed and reliability of transporting personnel and critical parts.
  • Emergency Response: Combines wide-area search with rapid eVTOL deployment, reducing response time and expanding coverage.
  • High-Frequency Commuting: Enables rapid urban, coastal, and island mobility, cutting typical journeys from hours to minutes.
  • Sea–Air Tourism: Adds a premium “flight+” option to high-end tourism experiences.
  • Mobile Vertiport Networks: Multiple water vertiports can be networked to support high-throughput, multi-aircraft operations.

A New Paradigm for Low-Carbon Integrated Mobility

Amid growing global demand for sustainable transport, AutoFlight’s water-based vertiport provides a low-impact approach to deploying urban and regional air mobility. By leveraging existing waterways, cities can rapidly deploy electric aviation infrastructure without major land development.

Developed with strategic partner CATL, the solution incorporates safe, high-performance battery systems and clean-energy technology across both eVTOLs and vertiports, supporting the development of a carbon-neutral air mobility ecosystem.

First Public Demonstration

AutoFlight conducted the first public demonstration of the Sea–Air solution at Dianshan Lake in Kunshan, where a 2-ton-class eVTOL took off from the Zero-Carbon Water Vertiport. A multi-aircraft formation flight followed, including live airdrop missions that highlighted the system’s potential for emergency response and low-altitude logistics.

 

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