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Moomoo Singapore Unveils First Moomoo Stores in Singapore

  • Omnichannel strategy comes to life with Moomoo Stores at 313@Somerset and Jem
  • Blends digital strengths with physical spaces where investors can learn, grow and connect
  • Building a stronger community for 1.5 million Moomoo users in Singapore

SINGAPORE, Nov. 10, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Moomoo Singapore today announced the launch of its first physical boutiques across the island, underscoring its commitment to building stronger ties with investors and creating spaces where the moomoo community can come together to learn, connect, and grow.

An Omnichannel Approach to Investor Engagement

In a market increasingly shaped by digital-first platforms, Moomoo is taking investor empowerment to the next level by complementing its award-winning app with in-person experiences. The new physical boutiques are designed to bring digital strengths into the real world — offering spaces where investors can receive personalised guidance, attend workshops, and engage in real-time tutorials with expert advisors.

The first boutique store is at 313@Somerset, strategically located along Singapore’s main shopping belt. The site was chosen to reach a diverse mix of retail investors — from young professionals and students beginning their investing journey, to seasoned market participants seeking new strategies. The second store is loacated at Jem in Jurong East, a major heartland mall that sits at the crossroads of the west and one of the largest suburban malls in Singapore. This location reflects Moomoo’s mission of accessibility, bringing investing education and community experiences closer to families and retail investors living outside the city centre.

This expansion comes at a milestone moment for the company, which now serves more than 1.5 million users in Singapore since its launch in 2021. The rapid growth highlights the trust investors have placed in Moomoo’s digital-first platform, and the boutiques represent a natural evolution — ensuring that investors feel supported not only online but also face to face.

“Our vision has always been about reimagining how Singaporeans experience investing. With the launch of our  concept stores, we are taking that vision beyond the app and into the heart of everyday life. These spaces are not just extensions of our business; they are symbols of our belief that investing should feel accessible, human, and inspiring. By blending the scale of technology with the warmth of face-to-face connection, we are creating an ecosystem where every investor feels empowered to take part in Singapore’s next chapter of growth,” said Echo Zhao, Country Head, Moomoo Singapore.

Building Community at the Heart of Investing

At its core, the launch of physical stores is about strengthening the Moomoo community. More than service counters, these spaces are conceived as gathering points for the moomoo community — where investors can share experiences, learn from one another, and build connections that last. By turning online interactions into offline relationships, Moomoo is creating an ecosystem where investing becomes a collaborative journey rather than a solitary pursuit.

“At Moomoo, we believe that investing is stronger when it’s shared. Our community is already one of the most active and engaged in Singapore, and these new stores are designed to give that community a physical home. They are places where investors can meet, learn, and grow together — where conversations move beyond screens into real, meaningful connections. By creating spaces that blend education, dialogue, and belonging, we are strengthening the bonds that turn individual investors into a collective force, and ensuring that everyone feels part of Singapore’s financial story,” Erika Chiang, Southeast Asia Chief Marketing Officer, Moomoo, said.

Beyond offering an omnichannel experience, Moomoo Singapore sits at the nexus of a larger investing ecosystem — connecting over 1.5 million clients with leading financial educators, market KOLs, global exchanges, and institutional partners. These new concept stores serve as a physical hub within that ecosystem, bridging online and offline channels to make investing knowledge, products, and networks more accessible than ever before.

As Singapore looks toward its next era of growth, Moomoo remains dedicated to shaping the future of investing by combining digital innovation with human connection — and by building not just users, but a true community of investors.

About Moomoo Singapore

Moomoo Financial Singapore Pte. Ltd. (Moomoo Singapore) is an award-winning advanced financial technology company transforming the investing experience through our digitalised brokerage and wealth management platform – moomoo. Moomoo enhances the user experience with market data, news, and powerful analytical tools. Moomoo also embeds a unique digitalised investment community to connect all users, investors, companies, analysts, media and key opinion leaders.

Moomoo Singapore offers investment products for trading via the moomoo platform, and it is a capital markets services license holder regulated by the Monetary Authority of Singapore (Licence No. CMS101000), Major Payment Institution (Licence No. PS20200617) holder with the Exempt Financial Adviser Status. In July 2025, Moomoo Singapore reached the 1.5 million users milestone in Singapore.

Moomoo Private Wealth offers bespoke investment strategies for HNW and institutional clients. Backed by its cutting-edge technology platform, Moomoo Private Wealth offers a portfolio of innovative investment products and has been recognised by Asia Banking and Finance for its product excellence.

Our achievements include the WealthTech of the Year and Personal Finance Tech of the Year at the 2025 Asia Fintech Awards and the SIAS Best Retail Broker 2024.

ICP DAS-BMP Attends MOU Signing Ceremony to Mark a New Milestone in Medical-Grade TPU Materials

HSINCHU, Nov. 10, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — ICP DAS-BMP participated in the Strategic Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) signing ceremony organized by Towards Buddha Co., Ltd. on October 28, where it showcased its R&D achievements and diverse applications in medical-grade TPU materials. Moving forward, ICP DAS-BMP will collaborate with industry experts and think-tank teams to foster innovation and jointly drive the development and wider adoption of TPU materials in global markets.

Image by ICP DAS-BMP
Image by ICP DAS-BMP

The event brought together industry partners including ICP DAS CO., LTD. / ICP DAS-BMP, Intype Enterprise Co., Ltd., A-Max Technology Co., Ltd., MedServ Biotech Co., Ltd., LEON Biotech Co., Ltd., VOLER Biotech Consulting Co., Ltd., Chi Feng Co., Ltd., and Towards Buddha Co., Ltd.

Their combined expertise spans a wide range of sectors, covering medical-grade TPU material manufacturing, smart manufacturing and IIoT applications, precision extrusion machinery and processing technologies, dehumidifying and drying equipment, injection molding and accessory production, catheter manufacturing and OEM molding services, as well as medical device design and regulatory consulting.

In the medical device supply chain, ICP DAS-BMP offers a complete range of medical-grade TPU materials that fully support various medical applications, including catheters, guidewire coatings, Luer-Lock connectors, and orthodontic components.

The basic Arothane™, Alithane™, and Durathane™ TPUs (ARP/ALP/ALC series) meet the requirements for most body-contact medical devices. Among them, the Arothane™ ARP-B20 and Durathane™ ALC-B40 have passed the ISO 10993-6 13-week implantation test, making them suitable for implantation up to 90 days. With excellent dispersibility and biocompatibility, these materials are a preferred choice for invasive catheter manufacturing.

ICP DAS-BMP will continue to strengthen its relationships with existing customers and MOU partners, providing medical-grade TPU materials that combine safety and high quality. The company aims to enhance its competitiveness in the global medical supply chain and support partners in developing more comprehensive and reliable medical devices.

About ICP DAS-BMP

ICP DAS-BMP, a leading TPU manufacturer and supplier based in Taiwan, is ISO 13485 certified and operates specialized laboratories focused on quality management. Leveraging over thirty years of industrial automation expertise from its parent company ICP DAS, ICP DAS-BMP employs smart factory practices to enhance product quality and expedite delivery times. The company is committed to responsive after-sales support and flexible solutions, even for small order quantities, ensuring customer satisfaction and fostering long-term partnerships.

For more information, please visit: https://bmp.icpdas.com

ASEAN’s Leading Architects Convene in Jakarta For An Inspirational Symposium: ‘Shaping Resilient Future: Heritage and Modernity in Steel Architectural Design’

SINGAPORE, Nov. 10, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — This November, Jakarta will host one of 2025’s most dynamic gatherings for the ASEAN architect community: the ‘Shaping Resilient Future: Heritage and Modernity in Steel Architectural Design’ symposium. The landmark event unites Ikatan Arsitek Indonesia (IAI), Malaysian Institute of Architects (PAM), the Association of Siamese Architects under Royal Patronage (ASA), the University of Architecture Ho Chi Minh City (UAH), AustCham Singapore, and BlueScope in a powerful collaboration to explore how steel architecture can bridge cultural heritage and modern innovation. A highlight of this year’s symposium is the participation of the prestigious Glenn Murcutt Architecture Foundation Australia, bringing globally renowned design insights to the region. The symposium also marks the exciting launch of the 2026 ASEAN Steel Architectural Awards presented by BlueScope.

The strong partnership behind the event is a group of like-minded organisations focused on advancing the industry and celebrating the innovation, creativity and authenticity of the region’s architects. Its origins lie in the bi-annual ASEAN Steel Architectural Awards, which were created by BlueScope in 2024 to widespread acclaim. The symposium is taking place between two awards cycles and provides an important platform for inspirational knowledge sharing from award winners and leading architects from across the region.

A much-anticipated feature of the symposium will be the attendance of the respected  Glenn Murcutt Architecture Foundation Australia. The Foundation, named after Australia’s most celebrated living architect and Pritzker Prize laureate Glenn Murcutt AO, is renowned for its commitment to culturally sensitive, environmentally responsible design. Its presence at the symposium provides a valuable opportunity for ASEAN architects to engage with world-class thought leadership. Representing the Foundation is Ar. Nick Sissons, AIA, RIBA of Sissons Architects, a scholar of Glenn Murcutt’s design philosophy, who will share insights into his work and impact.

Complementing this is the keynote speaker Ar. Steve Woodland, BArch FRAIA AIUS MDIA, Creative Director at COX Architecture, one of Australia’s largest and most successful award-winning architectural practices. With over 45 years of professional experience, Steve has led design on numerous nationally and internationally acclaimed projects. He will deliver an enlightening speech on emerging design directions from Australia and beyond, focusing on the evolution of steel architecture to meet new living needs with adaptable solutions.

In addition, there’s a series of panel discussions which will create a lively forum for collective learning with speakers already confirmed including: Ar. Kulthida Songkittipakdee from Jenchieh Hung + Kulthida Songkittipakdee/HAS design and research, Thailand; Eng. Do Huu Nhat Quang, Co-Founder and Managing Director from GreenViet in Vietnam; Ts. Leong Sai Pink, Head of the Sustainability Unit at Gamuda Land, Malaysia; and Ar. Budi Pradono, Founder a research based architecture & urbanism firm at budi pradono architects a+u. The panel discussions will be moderated by Ar. Intanon Chantip, Founder of INchan-atelier, an architectural and interior design firm based in Thailand.

“Celebrates our collective dedication to resilient, culturally vibrant, and visionary design. This partnership underscores the vitality of our regional alliances and will motivate the ASEAN architectural community toward bolder, more impactful achievements,”  said Ar. Budi Pradono, a respected senior architect of IAI.

The ‘Shaping Resilient Future: Heritage and Modernity in Steel Architectural Design’ symposium takes place on November 27 in Jakarta, with the central aim of strengthening the circle of excellence in steel architectural design through knowledge sharing. Distinguished from other architectural events, it carries a unique focus on building stronger ties across ASEAN as well as between ASEAN and Australian architect communities. Around 150 industry delegates are expected to attend from across Australia, Indonesia, Malaysia, Singapore, Thailand, and Vietnam.

New Samsung research reveals Australians’ passion for art persists despite cost-of-living pressures

SYDNEY, Nov. 10, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — As Australians continue to feel cost of living pressures[1], new research from Samsung Australia indicates that the nation’s appetite for art remains strong, suggesting that in challenging times people turn to art for inspiration. A third (34%) of Australian respondents – rising to almost half (48%) for those aged 25-35 years old – are currently dreaming of the day they get to travel to Paris to visit The Louvre, while nearly half (48%) of 25-35 years old respondents aspire to own a famous piece of art, even if they admit it’s unrealistic[2].

The new insights also highlight a growing desire to be exposed to fine art every day, despite the finer things in life feeling increasingly out of reach for many Australians. Nearly half (45%) of respondents say they’d like to have more art in their home[3], while over a third (38%) of respondents say they enjoy visiting art galleries on the weekend to relax and feel inspired.

According to Simon Howe, Director of Audio Visual at Samsung Australia, bringing world-class art into Australians’ homes has been a long-standing mission for the company. Since pioneering the concept of Art TVs via The Frame TV and Samsung Art Store[4] in 2017; Samsung has continually evolved its Art TV offering to help more Australians curate their own collections, enhance their home décor, and feel inspired, all through their Samsung TVs at home. In fact, in 2025, 90% of Samsung’s TV line-up features the Art Store[5], transforming more TVs into beautifully curated pieces of art when not being watched.

“The Frame TV and the Art Store were a revolutionary pairing that brought the calibre of MoMA, The Met, and Tate Modern into Australian living rooms,” said Mr. Howe. “The aim was to provide Australians with a virtual pass to access works from the world’s most talented artists spread across various countries, all from the comfort of home. Today, Australians purchase more Frame TVs per capita than any other country[6] reflecting a local appreciation for fine arts and culture steeped in human creativity.”

Mr. Howe added that for Samsung, the goal has always been to make world-class art more accessible, personal, and part of everyday life. “Australians are increasingly looking to the technology in their homes not just for function, but to elevate their living spaces and reflect personal style. We also know people want to feel relaxed and inspired at home — and art plays a huge role in creating that atmosphere.”

While generative AI art capabilities are increasingly available, Samsung insights reveal 60% of Australians worry that AI-generated art could pose a threat to human creativity and culture[7]. This further highlights the strong value Australians place on authentic, human-made works of art.

Today, Samsung’s Art Store features over 3,000 pieces of curated artworks from more than 800 artists and 70 world-class galleries and museums[8]. With the Art Store available on Samsung’s range of Neo QLED, 8K & 4K, and select QLED 4K TVs, artists like Australia’s Mulga and Sarrita King can be showcased alongside new curated collections from the 2025 Art Basel Paris Fair in TV sizes spanning 43″ up to 115″. Continuing to enhance art experiences, Samsung has also released new innovations such as the Wireless One Connect Box[9] and Glare-Free[10] coating, both available on The Frame Pro and Neo QLED QN990F models, enabling Australians to display art via the Art Store cable-free like a true gallery piece.

“With almost half (46%) of our research respondents saying they like when they receive compliments on the art in their home[11], Samsung will continue to drive the Art TV category forward, bringing new ways for more Australians to feel inspired in their homes,” Mr Howe concludes.

Samsung has been the Global No. 1 TV brand for 19 consecutive years[12] and was recently voted the Best TV Brand via Finder’s Most Satisfied Customer Awards for the fifth consecutive year. To find out more about Samsung’s Art TVs and Samsung Art Store, visit samsung.com/au/tvs  

About Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd.  

Samsung inspires the world and shapes the future with transformative ideas and technologies. The company is redefining the worlds of TVs, digital signage, smartphones, wearables, tablets, home appliances and network systems, as well as memory, system LSI and foundry. Samsung is also advancing medical imaging technologies, HVAC solutions and robotics, while creating innovative automotive and audio products through Harman. With its SmartThings ecosystem, open collaboration with partners, and integration of AI across its portfolio, Samsung delivers a seamless and intelligent connected experience. For the latest news, please visit the Samsung Newsroom at news.samsung.com 

[1] Australian Bureau of Statistics, “Selected Living Cost Indexes, Australia, June 2025,” released 6 August 2025, Price Indexes and Inflation, https://www.abs.gov.au/statistics/economy/price-indexes-and-inflation/selected-living-cost-indexes-australia/latest-release

[2] Samsung commissioned research by Pure Profile, conducted August 2025. N= 1,040

[3] Samsung commissioned research by Pure Profile, conducted August 2025. N= 1,040

[4] Samsung Art Store is a premium digital art platform exclusively available on select Samsung TVs. Fees apply to subscription service. Art pieces in the Art Store are subject to change without prior notice.

[5] Definition of Samsung’s 2025 TV line up includes models and SKUs spanning 2025 Neo QLED 8K and 4K, QLED 4K, The Frame TV, UHD, and Samsung OLED models. Excludes Samsung projector models.

[6] As at July 2025 based on Samsung Electronics Australia’s internal sales.

[7] Samsung commissioned research by Pure Profile, conducted August 2025. N= 1,040

[8] Stream complimentary curated art or additional artworks available via subscription. Internet connection required. Offering 30 refreshed artworks monthly through Art Store Streams and over 70 ambient content supported complimentary throughout the year.

[9] TV requires a separate power cable connection. Operating distance can vary depending on the surrounding environment. Wireless One Connect may not function if there is an obstruction, such as a wall, hindering its connection to the TV within your home. Wireless One Connect box may not function if placed inside a closed metal cabinet.

[10] The QN990F and LS03F have each been independently verified as Glare Free: Reflection Glare UGR <10, Discomfort Glare UGR <22, Disability Glare UGR <34 by UL LLC. (UL Solutions), Certificate Number: V166045 – Exp. 31/12/2025.

[11] Samsung commissioned research by Pure Profile, conducted August 2025. N= 1,040

[12] Omdia, Feb 2025. Based on overall TV market share by manufacturer on an annual unit & revenue basis.

 

BELLUSTAR TOKYO, A Pan Pacific Hotel: Winner of multiple awards in the hotel, restaurant and spa categories at the World Luxury Awards 2025

For more information, click here: https://www.bellustartokyo.jp/en/topics/awards2025/

TOKYO, Nov. 10, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — BELLUSTAR TOKYO, A Pan Pacific Hotel (Shinjuku, Tokyo; General Manager: Katsushi Nishikawa) has won a total of seven awards at the World Luxury Awards 2025, which are given to luxury hotels that offer world-class services and facilities: two in the hotel category, three in the spa category, and two in the restaurant category. This marks the second consecutive year that the hotel has received awards in the hotel and spa categories, and it continues to earn high praise.

List of Awards
List of Awards

The 2025 award in the restaurant category is the first for the hotel, representing international recognition of the quality and hospitality of the entire property.

Award Ceremony - Bellustar Tokyo
Award Ceremony – Bellustar Tokyo

Award Details

BELLUSTAR TOKYO, A Pan Pacific Hotel

Best Luxury Leisure Hotel – Global Winner
Best Architectural Design – East Asia

SPA Sunya 

Best Luxury Urban Escape – Global Winner
Best Luxury Boutique Spa – East Asia
Best Luxury Beauty Spa – East Asia

Restaurant Bellustar 

Best Panoramic Views – Japan
Best Luxury Scenic Setting – Asia

Comment from General Manager Katsushi Nishikawa, BELLUSTAR TOKYO, A Pan Pacific Hotel

General Manager, Mr Nick Nishikawa
General Manager, Mr Nick Nishikawa

We are deeply grateful for the recognition we have received in the hotel, spa, and restaurant categories at the World Luxury Awards 2025. We are truly pleased and humbled to receive such an honorable recognition, thanks to the efforts of our customers who regularly support BELLUSTAR TOKYO and our associates who work sincerely every day.

As a luxury hotel located in the heart of Tokyo, it is our mission to provide sophisticated stay experiences that satisfy both domestic and international guests.

Encouraged by this recognition, we will continue to strive to further improve the quality of our services and provide hospitality that leaves a lasting impression.

We will continue to strive to meet your expectations, so we appreciate your continued support.

About the World Luxury Awards

The World Luxury Hotel Awards are prestigious awards given to businesses from around the world that offer outstanding services and facilities in four categories: hotels, spas, restaurants, and travel. Established in 2006, the awards recognize the world’s top luxury hotels, selected each year by over 300,000 guests and industry professionals, including travel agencies. The World Luxury Spa Awards were established in 2011 for the luxury spa industry. Each year, the awards are selected based on the evaluations of approximately 250,000 travelers from around the world.

Official website: https://www.theworldluxuryawards.com

 About BELLUSTAR TOKYO, A Pan Pacific Hotel

Hotel Awards
Hotel Awards

A luxury urban hotel where you can enjoy a special space away from the hustle and bustle of the city. The spacious guest rooms on the 39th floor and above feature interiors that incorporate traditional Japanese culture and offer panoramic views of Tokyo. On the top floor, you can enjoy a unique dining experience in a one-of-a-kind space, a spa where you can experience the bounty of the Japanese earth, and five penthouse suites “Private Villas in the Sky” where you can spend time returning to yourself with spectacular 360-degree views.

Address: Tokyu Kabukicho Tower, 1-29-1 Kabukicho, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo (Floors 18, 39–47)
Tel: 81 3 6233 8800 (Main line)
https://www.bellustartokyo.jp/en/

About Restaurant Bellustar

Restaurant Bellustar
Restaurant Bellustar

The restaurant’s concept is “a restaurant that takes you on a journey through ingredients.” It serves modern French cuisine, using ingredients from all over Japan, while capturing the local climate. It expresses expectations for future travel destinations and memories of past travels through ingredients and tableware, inviting guests to a constantly evolving culinary experience while preserving French tradition and culture. This restaurant is a symbol of the hotel, which is both the destination and departure point for your journey.

Floor:              45th
Hours:             Dinner 5:30 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. (Last order 9:00 p.m.)
                        Lunch 12:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. (Last order 2:00 p.m.)
Seats:              36 (including one private rooms for up to 8 guests)
Tel:                  81 3 6233 7388 (Direct)
https://www.bellustartokyo.jp/en/restaurant-bar/restaurant-bellustar.html

 About SPA sunya 

Spa sunya Award
Spa sunya Award

Located on the top floor of the hotel, this heavenly spa takes its name from “sunya,” which means “sky” in Sanskrit. By purifying both body and mind, you will empty yourself completely and be released from the stresses of everyday life in a state of deep relaxation. All treatment rooms and the relaxing spa lounge offer special views far removed from the hustle and bustle of the world above. Personalized treatments incorporating seasonal ingredients from all over Japan will stimulate your senses and fill your body and mind with renewed energy.

Floor:               47th
Hours:             11:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m. (Last entry 8:00 p.m.)
Tel:                  81 3 6265 9110 (Direct)
https://www.bellustartokyo.jp/en/spa/

*Hours of operation and other information contained in this press release are subject to change.

*Information contained in this press release is current at the time of its release. Details may differ from the most up-to-date information.

For press-related inquiries concerning this release, please contact

BELLUSTAR TOKYO, A Pan Pacific Hotel
Chika Ayabe・Narumi Chiba (Public Relations/Brand Management, Marketing Department)
E-mail:pr.ppbtk@panpacific.com / Tel: 81 3 6233 7693

HOTEL GROOVE SHINJUKU, A PARK ROYAL Hotel: First-time winner in both hotel and restaurant categories at the World Luxury Awards 2025

 From Shinjuku to the world, first international award recipient

See here for details: https://www.hotelgroove.jp/en/topics/awards2025/

TOKYO, Nov. 10, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — HOTEL GROOVE SHINJUKU, A PARKROYAL Hotel (Shinjuku, Tokyo; General Manager: Katsushi Nishikawa) has won a total of five awards, two in the hotel category and three in the restaurant category, at the World Luxury Awards 2025, an international awards program for luxury hotels around the world.

List of Awards
List of Awards

This award, the first since the hotel opened in 2023, is a result of the hotel’s unique accommodation experience and the internationally acclaimed dining experience at JAM17 DINING, which focuses on stone oven cuisine and incorporates seasonal elements and a story-driven approach.

Award Ceremony - Bellustar Tokyo
Award Ceremony – Bellustar Tokyo

Award details

HOTEL GROOVE SHINJUKU, A PARK ROYAL Hotel

Luxury Design Boutique Hotel – East Asia
Luxury LGBTQ-Friendly Hotel – Global Winner

JAM17 DINING

Best Locally Sourced Produce Menu – Japan
Luxury Entertainment Restaurant – Asia
Italian Cuisine – East Asia   

 Comment from General Manager Katsushi Nishikawa, HOTEL GROOVE SHINJUKU, A PARK ROYAL Hotel

General Manager, Mr Nick Nishikawa
General Manager, Mr Nick Nishikawa

We would like to express our sincere gratitude for being recognized in the hotel and restaurant categories at the World Luxury Awards 2025. 

Since its opening, HOTEL GROOVE SHINJUKU has aimed to create spaces that embody the diversity and creativity of the city as a “hotel that lets you fully enjoy the city.” This award is a great honor, as it is the culmination of the passion of our hotel guests and each of our staff who work together with the community. At JAM17 DINING and other facilities within the hotel, we are constantly striving to create new value so that we can provide visitors with experiences that stimulate their senses. Encouraged by this recognition, we will continue to hone the quality of our service so that we can deliver “memorable stays.”

 About the World Luxury Awards

The World Luxury Awards are prestigious awards for businesses that offer outstanding services and facilities from around the world in four categories: hotels, spas, restaurants, and travel. Established in 2006, the World Luxury Awards recognizes the top luxury hotels from around the world, with the winners selected each year by a panel of over 300,000 guests and industry professionals, including travel agencies.

Official website: https://www.theworldluxuryawards.com

About HOTEL GROOVE SHINJUKU

Hotel Awards
Hotel Awards

This lifestyle hotel serves as a base for enjoying the town of Kabukicho to the fullest. Located on floors 20 to 38, the 538 guest rooms offer a space where you can bask in the excitement and joy of the entertainment venues. Choose from a variety of layouts to suit your travel purpose, and enjoy the mid-century modern design that evokes the history of the area. The public areas allow you to enjoy the art, music, and other culture that emerges in Shinjuku Kabukicho, and JAM17 DINING & BAR on the 17th floor connects the hotel to the town, providing a fun way to connect with the charms of the town.

Tel: 81 3 6233 8888(Main)
Official website: https://www.hotelgroove.jp/en/ 

■ About JAM17 DINING

Restaurant Awards
Restaurant Awards

JAM17 DINING offers a vibrant dining experience with a sense of groove, set in a dining space that features the dynamism of an open kitchen. The signature stone oven, located at the heart of the kitchen, offers gentle yet strong heat. We pride ourselves on using ingredients sourced from the Kanto region, including Miura vegetables delivered fresh from the farm, embracing the region’s seasonal bounty, and locking in the flavors in the stone oven.

Hours: 11:30 a.m.- 10:00 p.m. (Last order 9:00 p.m.)
Seating: 132 seats (Maximum of 15 guests per room)
Tel:81 3 62338217(Main)
Official website: https://www.hotelgroove.jp/en/jam17/dining.html

*Please note that operating hours and other information may be subject to change.

*Information contained in this press release is current at the time of its release. Please note that details may differ from the most up-to-date information.

For press-related inquiries concerning this release, please contact:

HOTEL GROOVE SHINJUKU, A PARKROYAL Hotel
Contact person: Chika Ayabe・Narumi Chiba (Public Relations/Brand Management, Marketing Department)
E-mail: pr.ppbtk@panpacific.com/ Tel: 81 3 6233 7693

LG Innotek Reaffirms World-Leading Automotive Lighting Innovation for Second Consecutive Year

  • New ‘Ultra Thin Pixel Lighting Module’ wins CES 2026 Innovation Award.
  • Silicon optical components reduce thickness by 71%, offering customers greater design freedom.
  • Delivers diverse text and animated effects, advancing V2X communication capabilities.

SEOUL, South Korea, Nov. 10, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — LG Innotek (CEO Moon Hyuksoo, Korea: 011070) announced on November 7, 2025, that it has been honored with a CES 2026 Innovation Award for its newly developed ‘Ultra Thin Pixel Lighting Module’ for automobiles.

LG Innotek’s ‘Ultra Thin Pixel Lighting Module’, winner of the CES 2026 Innovation Award
LG Innotek’s ‘Ultra Thin Pixel Lighting Module’, winner of the CES 2026 Innovation Award

LG Innotek has achieved the remarkable feat of receiving the CES Innovation Award for its automotive lighting solutions for two consecutive years, reaffirming its world-leading technology in the field. At CES 2025, the company won the award for ‘Nexlide A+’, the industry’s first application of a surface light source to a front lighting module in automobiles.

Unveiled for the first time at CES 2026, the ‘Ultra Thin Pixel Lighting Module’ offers dramatically reduced thickness, size, and weight compared to existing lighting solutions.

Traditional vehicle lighting modules incorporate plastic lenses or reflective optical components in the LED, inevitably resulting in heavy and bulky modules. To overcome these drawbacks, LG Innotek independently developed the industry’s first reflective optical component made from white silicone material.

Designed with a structure that maximizes the light-reflecting properties of the color white, this component can achieve uniform brightness. It also means that additional plastic lenses or separate components for light reflection are no longer necessary.

The ‘Ultra Thin Pixel Lighting Module’ incorporating this component is 0.12inch thick, 71% thinner than existing products. This reduced thickness has also significantly lowered the product’s weight. Despite this, luminous efficiency has improved by 30% compared to previous models.

The slim, flexible silicone material allows the module to bend. Consequently, it enables the design of vehicle lighting in various shapes, such as curves, and also permits the application of lighting in locations where installation is technically challenging due to features such as front grilles or bumpers.

An LG Innotek representative said, “This automotive lighting module greatly enhances design flexibility for our automotive manufacturers while contributing to better fuel efficiency through reduced component weight. The use of silicone material also substantially reduces the risk of pedestrian injuries from impacts or shrapnel during traffic accidents.”

Furthermore, the module features a reduced pixel size that is one-quarter that of conventional products. The resulting higher pixel density and quantity allows for improved lighting resolution and enhanced visibility.

In addition to all of this, the ‘Ultra Thin Pixel Lighting Module’ significantly enhances the V2X (Vehicle-to-Everything) communication capability of vehicle lighting. In particular, it enables the transmission of text and high-definition images via vehicle lighting and supports animated effects.

For example, during an emergency, the lighting can display text messages to communicate what is going on inside the vehicle to the outside world using the lettering function or use custom emoticons to reflect the driver’s personality.

With the goal of beginning ‘Ultra Thin Pixel Lighting Module’ mass production in the second half of 2027, LG Innotek is promoting the technology to global customers.

CEO Moon Hyuksoo stated, “Winning the CES 2026 Innovation Award once again demonstrates LG Innotek’s world-leading innovation in automotive lighting solutions.” He added, “We will continue to present new automotive lighting solutions that deliver distinguished customer value and expand our market presence beyond North America to Europe and Japan.”

Meanwhile, LG Innotek will showcase its ‘Ultra Thin Pixel Lighting Module’ along with next-generation automotive lighting modules and the latest sensing solutions and communication modules for AD/ADAS at CES 2026, scheduled for January next year.

Marriott International Announces Termination of Agreement with Sonder

BETHESDA, Md., Nov. 10, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Marriott International, Inc. (NASDAQ: MAR) today announced that its licensing agreement with Sonder Holdings Inc. (NASDAQ: SOND, “Sonder”) is no longer in effect due to Sonder’s default. As a result, Sonder is no longer affiliated with Marriott Bonvoy, and Sonder properties are not available for new bookings on Marriott’s channels.

Marriott’s immediate priority is supporting guests currently staying at Sonder properties and those with upcoming reservations. Marriott will be contacting guests who booked directly through Marriott channels, including marriott.com, the Marriott Bonvoy App and Marriott’s worldwide reservation centers, to address their reservation and booking needs.  Guests who booked through a third-party online travel agency should contact those organizations. Marriott remains committed to minimizing disruption to guests’ travel plans.

Guests with questions about current or future reservations at a Sonder property booked through Marriott channels can contact Marriott customer service here.

ABOUT MARRIOTT INTERNATIONAL
Marriott International, Inc. (Nasdaq: MAR) is based in Bethesda, Maryland, USA, and encompasses a portfolio of over 9,700 properties across more than 30 leading brands in 143 countries and territories, as of September 30, 2025. Marriott operates, franchises, and licenses hotel, residential, timeshare, and other lodging properties all around the world. The company offers Marriott Bonvoy®, its highly awarded travel platform. For more information, please visit our website at www.marriott.com, and for the latest company news, visit www.marriottnewscenter.com. In addition, connect with us on Facebook and @MarriottIntl on X and Instagram.

NOTE ON FORWARD-LOOKING STATEMENTS
This press release contains “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of United States federal securities laws, including statements related to Marriott International, Inc.’s plans and expectations following the termination of its licensing agreement with Sonder Holdings Inc.; Marriott’s plans to support impacted guests and minimize disruption to travel plans; and similar statements concerning anticipated future actions and expectations that are not historical facts. We caution you that these statements are not guarantees of future performance and are subject to numerous evolving risks and uncertainties that we may not be able to accurately predict or assess, including the risk factors identified in our U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission filings, including our most recent Annual Report on Form 10-K or Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q. Any of these factors could cause actual results to differ materially from the expectations we express or imply in this press release. We make these forward-looking statements as of the date of this press release and undertake no obligation to publicly update or revise any forward-looking statement, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise. 

MEDIA CONTACT
Maggie McNerney
Director, Media Relations
Marriott International
Maggie.McNerney@Marriott.com

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