SYDNEY, Nov. 10, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — All Energy Australia in Melbourne set the scene for the fourth year of the GoodWe Awards. Presented at the GoodWe stand on Wednesday, the 29th of October, we celebrated the extraordinary efforts and contributions made by those who were the driving force behind the success of GoodWe across Australia. The awards concluded with the GoodWill category, recognising and celebrating the businesses, charities, and individuals who embody the values of GoodWe and contribute to the community locally and beyond.

Very special guests, GoodWe CEO Daniel Huang and Vice President Yingge Wang, helped to present the winners, along with GoodWe Country Manager Dean Williamson, and our fantastic team.

The winners of the 2025 GoodWe Awards

2025 Distributor of the Year: Winner – OSW
2025 Largest Volume Partner: Winner – MMEM Greentech
2025 Largest Growth Partner: Winner – Krannich
2025 PVBM Project of the Year: Winner – Direct Solar Warehouse
2025 Top Residential Retailer: Winner – First Choice Solar
2025 Top Strategic Partner: Winner – Solahart
2025 Top Commercial Retailer: Winner – Solar Panel Options
2025 Project of the Year: Winner – Sustainable Savings
2025 GoodWe GoodWill Award: Winner – Little Sunshine Pledge and Solar Connected

Little Sunshine Pledge and Solar Connected take home the GoodWe GoodWill Award

The GoodWe GoodWill Award was created to recognise and celebrate the great work done by people in the renewables industry, going the extra mile and supporting worthy causes around Australia. The 2025 nominees included:

• Kylie Neighbour: Kylie conquered the 30km Coastrek walk, raising $3,245 for Beyond Blue and championing mental health with an unstoppable spirit.
• Six Star Plus: Six Star Plus energised their community through charity, environmental action, and education, proving that clean energy leadership starts at the grassroots level.
• AWM Echuca & SEC Services: AWM and SEC Services donated and auctioned a solar system, raising $12,000 to support Echuca’s disability and community programs.
• Solenergy Group: Solenergy harnessed clean energy to protect marine life, powering the Forever Reef and Cairns Aquarium with world-leading solar innovation.
• Little Sunshine Pledge & Solar Connected: With the help of Solar Connected, Little Sunshine Pledge powers orphanages across Vietnam and Cambodia with solar, turning sunlight into opportunity for vulnerable children.
• Omnidian & AIKO: Omnidian, AIKO, and GoodWe donated a solar and battery system to Forever Friends Animal Shelter, cutting emissions and powering compassionate care.

Little Sunshine Pledge and Solar Connected took home the award, along with an Alex Carey signed Kookaburra cricket bat and $2,000.

Little Sunshine Pledge is doing extraordinary work bringing light and hope to disadvantaged communities across Vietnam and Cambodia. Co-founded by Peter Chang of Solar Connected, the initiative installs solar systems in orphanages and community facilities, providing clean, reliable power for food, education, and healthcare. With seven systems already shining bright and plans for two dozen more by 2026, they’re proving that renewable energy can transform lives. Even better, a portion of every Solar Connected PPA goes directly to the cause, turning every installation into an act of kindness.

To donate, please visit: www.littlesunshinepledge.org

A successful year, driven by consumer confidence

We wish to thank all those who helped to make 2025 another successful year. The industry has seen a sharp increase in consumer confidence across the board, with the roaring success of the Cheaper Home Batteries Program driving home Australia’s desire to take hold of its energy independence.

“The 2025 GoodWe Awards round out another exemplary year of growth, strong relationships, and solid consumer confidence”, stated Dean Williamson. “As GoodWe celebrates 15 years, we are so grateful to all those who have partnered with us on the journey and to the Australian homes and businesses who continue to trust us on their energy journey. We cannot wait to see what 2026 has in store.”

The ESA All-in-One made its debut at All Energy Australia, and Australian homes are poised to embrace the next generation of smart, reliable, and beautifully designed energy storage. With its sleek all-in-one design, rapid installation, and powerful performance, the ESA is setting a new benchmark for home and commercial energy independence.

As GoodWe looks ahead to 2026, innovation remains at the heart of everything we do. From award-winning partnerships to pioneering technology, our mission is simple: to empower every Australian to take control of their energy future.

Congratulations again to all our 2025 GoodWe Award winners and nominees. Your dedication, innovation, and generosity continue to inspire a cleaner, brighter, and more connected world. 

SINGAPORE, Nov. 10, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Farmdar, an agritech company that uses AI and space technologies for sustainable, climate-resilient agriculture, today announced that it has raised funding from ADB Ventures, the venture capital arm of the Asian Development Bank.

This strategic investment and long-term partnership will allow Farmdar to accelerate deployment of its AI and precision agriculture product to farmers, agribusinesses, and allied industries across South and Southeast Asia.

“Farmdar harnesses satellite data and AI-powered analytics to tackle critical challenges in agriculture and its supply chain. With ADB’s strong presence in the sector, this collaboration creates a unique opportunity to scale Farmdar’s solutions across Southeast Asia, advancing climate resilience and adaptation at a transformative level,” said Arsalan Farooquee, from ADB Ventures.

“We are excited for ADB Ventures to join us on our bold journey to transform lives and impact society,” said Muhammed Bukhari, Co-founder and CEO. “Farmdar is already deeply committed to Asia. Partnering with ADB, with its rich institutional history and legacy, will enable us to drive sustainable and inclusive growth in countries like Thailand, Malaysia, Indonesia and Vietnam.”

The investment arrives at a critical time. Farming communities in Asia face mounting climate change pressures, declining productivity, and volatile supply chains. The ability to monitor, predict, and respond with precision is indispensable for farmers, agribusinesses, financial institutions, and governments alike.

Farmdar serves multiple agricultural segments — seed and crop protection, fertilizer, food and beverage, machinery, agritech, and financial institutions — covering all major crops, including wheat, rice, corn, soybean, sugarcane, potato, and other fruits and vegetables.

Its products include CropScan™, an AI and space technology driven crop insights platform that helps agribusinesses plan better, and YieldPro™, a crop monitoring platform enabling farmers and agribusinesses to increase yields, cut input costs, and adapt to climate change.

The funding will allow Farmdar to strengthen existing markets and launch pilots in new ones across Asia. The round, which also included existing investors Indus Valley Capital and Moment Ventures, underscores broad investor support for Farmdar’s growth strategy.

About Farmdar
Headquartered in Singapore with teams in Thailand, Colombia, India, Brazil and Pakistan, Farmdar uses AI and space technologies to generate insights that help farmers, agribusinesses, and financial institutions increase productivity, improve sustainability, and manage risk. Its clients include global enterprises such as Corteva Agriscience and Bayer Crop Science, leading national organisations like Thai Roong Ruang Group, more than 30 food producers including top sugar mills, and financial institutions like the Bank of Punjab. For more information, visit farmdar.ai.

About the Asian Development Bank Ventures
ADB Ventures is the Asian Development Bank’s venture arm, supporting and investing in early-stage technology companies with the potential to scale and deliver climate impact in emerging Asia. ADB Ventures typically invests across seed and early stages, providing leading technology companies with capital, deep insights, and networks to reduce market entry risks and accelerate operational scale-up. For more information, visit ventures.adb.org.

HANOI, Vietnam, Nov. 10, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Vietnam’s fintech sector is gaining strong momentum amid global economic shifts, propelled by progressive digitalization policies and increasing investor confidence. At the forefront of this transformation, 9Pay, a fintech company licensed by the State Bank of Vietnam, is bridging global and local businesses through Made-in-Vietnam payment solutions that are seamless, secure, and fully compliant with national financial regulations.

In 2025, even as global FDI shows signs of cooling, Vietnam continues to stand out as an attractive investment destination, supported by political stability, a strategic geographic location, and the government’s unwavering commitment to digital transformation. According to the Foreign Investment Agency, FDI inflows increased by 15.2% year over year in the first nine months of 2025, reaffirming Vietnam’s position as a dynamic, technology-driven economy. In this momentum, 9Pay emerges as a pioneer in digital payments and cross-border connectivity, empowering both international and domestic enterprises to operate efficiently and in compliance in the Vietnamese market.

With deep market insight and advanced technology, 9Pay’s Collection – Disbursement and Payment Gateway Services enable businesses to manage money flows efficiently. By partnering with more than 50 local banks and financial institutions, 9Pay allows global partners to open a Vietnam-based Virtual Account, operating just like a local enterprise to simplify collection and payout processes. Major e-commerce and online education platforms have already adopted 9Pay’s localized payment solutions to improve customer experience, enhance transaction speed, and ensure full regulatory compliance.

At its core, the Payment Orchestration Platform centralizes all incoming and outgoing transactions in one place, reducing operating costs by up to 20% while maintaining a 99.9% transaction success rate. Certified with PCI DSS Level 1, 9Pay commits to world-class data protection and system stability for every payment processed.

In response to new cross-border payment regulations in 2025, 9Pay has expanded its global service portfolio with 9Remit – a compliant, fast, and transparent Cross-Border Payment Solution. 9Remit allows foreign-invested companies and global merchants to repatriate profits, pay suppliers, and manage payroll effortlessly, backed by T+0 settlement, live FX rates, and clear, competitive fees. The platform aligns with Vietnam’s regulatory standards, helping businesses navigate complex compliance with confidence and efficiency.

Recently, Vietnam has begun piloting NDAChain, a licensed Make in Vietnam permissioned blockchain developed by the National Data Center and the National Data Association (NDA). Envisioned as the backbone of the nation’s digital trust infrastructure, NDAChain marks a major step toward a secure and transparent data-driven economy. 9Pay believes the future of Vietnam’s digital government goes beyond public service digitization, but also about building an open, transparent, and connected data ecosystem. As a leading fintech, 9Pay is committed to accompanying this journey, where every transaction, payment, and money flow is transparent, interconnected, and contributes to a trusted, sustainable digital economy.

From November 12–14, 2025, 9Pay will attend the Singapore FinTech Festival, the world’s largest fintech event, showcasing its Made-in-Vietnam All-in-One Payment Platform at booth 4C21. Through this global stage, 9Pay reinforces Vietnam’s reputation as a rising fintech powerhouse, connecting international enterprises with the opportunities of Vietnam’s booming digital economy and bringing the strength of Vietnamese innovation to the world.

– Targeting the world’s second-largest instant noodle market through major retailers and e-commerce platforms

– Expanding local reach with BTS Jin as brand ambassador, supported by tasting events and live commerce

SEOUL, South Korea, Nov. 10, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — OTOKI Corporation has officially begun sales of its halal-certified JIN RAMEN in Indonesia, marking a full-scale entry into the world’s second-largest instant noodle market.

Upon obtaining halal certification from the Indonesian Ulema Council (MUI) in December 2024, OTOKI completed import licensing (ML) in early August and is set to launch sales this November through major hypermarkets and supermarkets across the country.

Earlier this year, OTOKI unveiled a new global packaging for JIN RAMEN and launched its worldwide campaign, “Jinjja Love, JIN RAMEN,” featuring Jin of 21st century pop icons BTS as the brand’s global ambassador. In Indonesia, where BTS has a devoted fan base, the announcement of OTOKI’s collaboration featuring BTS’ Jin has already generated significant excitement among local consumers.

To build on this momentum, OTOKI is strengthening its integrated marketing both online and offline in the second half of the year. The company will host tasting events at leading premium supermarket chains such as Ranch Market and Farmers Market, while also rolling out products on major e-commerce platforms including Shopee and TikTok Shop. OTOKI plans to reach consumers through both offline and online sales channels, including live commerce, and will collaborate with over one hundred popular influencers to further expand local engagement.

The Indonesian launch includes not only JIN RAMEN but also three halal-certified varieties of CHEESY RAMEN. Positioning CHEESY RAMEN as a locally tailored growth product, OTOKI aims to strengthen its brand lineup and capture broader market demand.

An OTOKI official said, “Indonesia is a strategically important market for our global business. Through our halal-certified JIN RAMEN and CHEESY RAMEN, we hope to deliver both the taste and quality that define OTOKI’s ramen. We will continue to expand our reach through diverse distribution channels and strengthen communication with local consumers for a successful market entry.”