ABU DHABI, UAE, Nov. 18, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — This year’s largest-ever edition of Abu Dhabi Finance Week (ADFW) – hosted by ADGM, with ADQ as Headline Partner – will gather the world’s most influential financial institutions, policymakers, investors, market leaders and innovators from 8^th to 11^th December 2025 in the ‘Capital of Capital’.

The 2025 agenda features more than 60 events, 300+ thematic sessions, and approximately 750+ world-class speakers. This year, CEOs, Chairpersons, Presidents and Founders of organisations that manage over USD 62 trillion in assets worldwide are expected to attend, which is the equivalent of over half of global GDP.

Commenting on the significance of this year’s event, H.E. Ahmed Jasim Al Zaabi, Chairman of ADGM, said, “ADFW 2025 will mark the next chapter in Abu Dhabi’s evolution as a global financial hub, bringing together policy powers, investment titans, and tech pioneers from across the world – all converging in the heart of the ‘Capital of Capital’. This edition will transcend geographical boundaries, connecting the global capital network through innovation, regulatory collaboration and cross–sector partnerships. As the world focuses on the future of finance, Abu Dhabi, through platforms like ADFW, is truly engineering it.”

Under the official theme “Engineering the Capital Network“, ADFW 2025 will explore topics the future of global finance, such as AI-driven innovation, shifting capital flows, institutional partnerships, regulatory evolution, and sustainable and inclusive financial systems.

Additional, confirmed speakers include Marc Randolph, Co-founder & Former CEO of Netflix; Oliver Bate, CEO of Allianz; Sergio Ermotti, CEO of UBS; Steve Schwarzman, Chairman & CEO of Blackstone; Bill Winters, CEO of Standard Chartered; Stephen Dainton, President, Barclays; Stefan Bollinger, CEO, Julius Baer; Clare Woodman, CEO – International of Morgan Stanley; and Andres Berger, CEO of Swiss Re. Also expected are Roberto Azevedo, 6th Director General of the World Trade Organisation (WTO); Makhtar Diop, Managing Director of the International Finance Corporation; Shaikha Al Nowais, Secretary General Elect of UN Tourism and Jihad Azour, Director of the Middle East at the IMF.

Speakers from major asset management & sovereign entities and hedge funds, including Dilhan Palay Sandrasegara, CEO of Temasek; Ray Dalio, Founder of Bridgewater Associates; Alan Howard, Co-Founder of Brevan Howard; Jenny Johnson, CEO of Franklin Templeton; David Rubenstein, Chairman of Carlyle; Dmitry Balyasny, Founder of Balyasny; Robyn Grew, CEO of MAN Group; Philipp Hilderbrand, Vice-Chairman of BlackRock; Michael Rees, Co-Founder & Co-President of Blue Owl; Sandro Pierri, CEO, BNP ParibasAM; and Sadek Wahba, Chairman of iSquared.

Meanwhile, speakers from the banking and fintech industries include Brian Armstrong, CEO of Coinbase; Charles Hoskinson, Co-founder of Cardano & IOHK; Joseph Lubin, Co-founder of Ethereum; Anatoly Yakovenko, Co-founder of Solana; Jeremy Allaire, Chairman & CEO of Circle; Star Xu, Founder of OKX; and Richard Teng, CEO of Binance.

Alongside existing flagship events such as the Abu Dhabi Economic Forum (ADEF), Asset Abu Dhabi, RESOLVE 2024, Fintech Abu Dhabi, and the Abu Dhabi Sustainable Finance Forum (ADSFF), many new and returning featured and side events are set to gain traction with attendees.

On the first day, the newly introduced Global Markets Summit will explore macroeconomic factors driving the re-engineering of capital networks, and the CNBC New Energy Finance Forum that will examine the multi-trillion-dollar shift to a new energy system.

Day 2 will feature Asset Abu Dhabi, the Global Financial Regulators Summit, AIMA Private Credit Summit, Infrastructure Summit and International Family Office Congress, which will explore how the global expansion of wealth is reshaping the generational family office sector and creating new investment opportunities.

On the same day, closed-door sessions such as the IMF’s roundtable will gather senior economic officials and financial sector leaders to discuss macroeconomic volatility, regulatory shifts, and geopolitical risks. 

Day 3 highlights include flagship events such as RESOLVE and Fintech Abu Dhabi, alongside AI Abu Dhabi, which will discuss the convergence of artificial intelligence and financial services. Blockchain Abu Dhabi, meanwhile, will explore themes such as blockchain, crypto, decentralised finance (DeFi), and the disruption of traditional finance, and a Web3 Leaders Roundtable will convene policymakers, institutional leaders, and innovators. 

The final day will focus on sustainability and ESG, featuring ADSFF. Additionally, the Second EU-GCC Finance & Investment for Green Transition Forum will convene senior policymakers, regulators, and financial institutions to align on key strategies to finance a sustainable future, while the Women in Finance event is set to host some of the most influential global women leaders within the financial industry, meanwhile New York University Stern School of Business Abu Dhabi will stage their inaugural graduation ceremony.  

To view the full agenda of ADFW 2025, click HERE.

For more information and to register your interest, please visit: www.adfw.com  

The newly arrived JR-CL30 Car Adapter for Starlink Mini, boasts an upgraded 10A fuse, IP67 waterproofing, and selectable 3m or 5m high-conductivity DC power cables. Perfect for 12–24V cars, trucks, and RVs, its multi-port design meets all your power needs on the road.

NEW YORK, Nov. 18, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — JOYROOM, a global consumer electronics brand loved by young users in over 130 countries, today unveils the industry’s first 4-in-1 Starlink Mini Car Adapter — the JR-CL30. Engineered to deliver stable power to Starlink Mini while fast-charging multiple devices simultaneously, this compact yet powerful adapter is built for road trips, RV adventures, and life off the grid. Whether you’re cruising highways or exploring remote landscapes, the JR-CL30 keeps your essential devices powered — so you can stay connected whenever and wherever it matters most.

Built for Starlink Mini — Stable Power, Anywhere
The JR-CL30 powers your Starlink Mini via its stable 60W DC output, keeping you online, able to work, and connected on road trips, deep in nature, or in remote locations. Compatible with any 12–24V vehicle outlet—including cars, trucks, and RVs—the adapter offers flexible installation with 3m or 5m DC cables. In addition to powering your Starlink Mini, JR-CL30 features two 45W USB-C ports and a 30W USB-A port for simultaneous charging of smartphones, tablets, laptops, and other USB-powered devices on the go. This ensures that all your gear stay charged without compromising connectivity to your Starlink Mini.

Durable, Safe, and Ready for Extremes
Extreme environments demand stronger safety. That’s why the JR-CL30 is built with flame-retardant and UV-resistant PVC housing that withstands temperatures over 110°C, and a thicker 18AWG shield cable for superior conductivity. A gasket-sealed barrel jack and vented heat-dissipation structure provide IP67-level water protection and reliable performance down to –30°C. Certified to UL, FCC, CE, and RoHS standards, it delivers long-term reliability you can count on in the great outdoors.

User-Friendly Design – Travel with Confidence
This mini adapter is thoughtfully built for outdoor convenience. A colored LED ring that illuminates in the dark, making it easy to locate charging ports at night. The integrated cable strap keeps the long DC cord neatly organized and tangle-free, while an optional 5-meter cable offers extra reach for larger vehicle or flexible setups. Lightweight, portable, and equipped with a built-in display to monitor your vehicle’s voltage, every detail is crafted to take your driving experience to the next level.

Fully Upgraded JR-CL30: Stable Power for Your Starlink Mini
Connection worries? Solved. The JR-CL30 has been fully upgraded to keep your Starlink Mini powered reliably under even the most challenging conditions. JOYROOM has tackled car charger issues, such as loose connections and overheating risks.

The adapter features optimized spring contacts, high-quality copper alloy connectors, a flame-retardant PC body, and integrated 10A fuses for each output, ensuring confidence during every charge. Most importantly, each unit undergoes rigorous quality control to guarantee that it meets strict performance standards before leaving the factory. These comprehensive upgrades keep your Starlink Mini connected, eliminate your low-battery anxiety, and let you focus on your adventures without interruptions.

Perfect for Travel, Road trips and RVs
Whether you’re setting up a Starlink Mini during a cross-country RV trip, charging your phone on a weekend escape, or powering multiple devices in the wild, the JR-CL30 delivers fast and stable charging with ease. Its compact design, multi-port functionality, and 12–24V compatibility make it the ideal companion for tech-savvy travelers.

Availability and Pricing
The all-new JR-CL30 4-in-1 Starlink Mini Car Adapter is now available on Amazon, retailing for $34.99.

About JOYROOM
Founded in 2009, JOYROOM is a global consumer electronics brand loved by young people in over 130 countries and regions. Guided by a belief in innovation, creativity, and a relentless pursuit of perfection, we design products that fit seamlessly into modern life. With every detail centered on your experience, we aim to deliver quality you can trust and a more joyful way to live with technology.

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ST. LOUIS, Nov. 18, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — MSI, a leading global provider of high-performance server solutions, showcases its next-generation computing and AI innovations at SuperComputing 2025 (SC25), Booth #205. MSI introduces its ORv3 rack solution and a comprehensive portfolio of power-efficient, multi-node, and additional AI-optimized platforms built on NVIDIA MGX and desktop NVIDIA DGX, designed for high-density environments and mission-critical workloads. These modular, scalable and rack-scale solutions are engineered for maximum performance, energy efficiency, and flexibility, enabling modern and next-generation data centers to accelerate deployment and scale with ease.

“Through close collaboration with industry leaders AMD, Intel, and NVIDIA, MSI continues to drive innovation across the data center ecosystem,” said Danny Hsu, General Manager of the Enterprise Platform Solutions at MSI. “Our goal is to deliver scalable, energy-efficient infrastructure that empowers customers to accelerate AI development and next-generation computing with performance, reliability, and flexibility at scale.”

Scaling Data Center Performance — From DC-MHS Architecture to Rack Solutions

MSI’s data center building blocks are developed on the DC-MHS (Datacenter Modular Hardware System) architecture, spanning host processor modules, Core Compute servers, Open Compute servers, and AI computing servers. This modular design standardizes hardware components, BMC architecture, and form factors, simplifying operations and reducing deployment complexity. With EVAC CPU heatsink support, data centers can maintain thermal efficiency while rapidly adapting to the growing demands of AI, analytics, and compute-intensive workloads. MSI’s modular approach empowers operators to deploy next-generation infrastructure faster and achieve time-to-market value.

ORv3 Rack — Designed for Next-Generation Data Centers

MSI’s ORv3 21″ 44OU rack is a fully validated, integrated solution that combines power, thermal, and networking systems to streamline engineering and accelerate deployment in hyperscale environments. Featuring sixteen CD281-S4051-X2 2OU DC-MHS servers, the rack utilizes centralized 48V power shelves and front-facing I/O, maximizing space for CPUs, memory, and storage while maintaining optimal airflow and simplifying maintenance.

Single-Socket AMD EPYC™ 9005 Server in ORv3 Architecture:

• CD281-S4051-X2: 2OU 2-node server with 12 DDR5 DIMM slots and 12 E3.S 1T PCIe 5.0 x4 NVMe bays per node

DC-MHS Core Compute Servers — High-Density, Scalable Data Center Solutions

MSI’s Core Compute platforms maximize rack density and resource efficiency by integrating multiple compute nodes into a single high-density chassis. Each node is powered by either AMD EPYC 9005 Series processors (up to 500W TDP) or Intel^® Xeon^® 6 processors (up to 500W/350W TDP). Available in 2U 4-node and 2U 2-node configurations, these platforms deliver exceptional thermal performance and scalability for today’s data centers.

Single-Socket AMD EPYC 9005 Servers

• CD270-S4051-X4: 2U 4-node server with 12 DDR5 DIMM slots and 3 PCIe 5.0 x4 U.2 NVMe bays per node. 
• CD270-S4051-X2: 2U 2-node server with 12 DDR5 DIMM slots and 6 PCIe 5.0 x4 U.2 NVMe bays per node.

Single-Socket Intel Xeon 6 Servers

• CD270-S3061-X4: 2U 4-node server with 16 DDR5 DIMM slots and 3 PCIe 5.0 x4 U.2 NVMe bays per node.
• CD270-S3071-X2: 2U 2-node server with 12 DDR5 DIMM slots and 6 PCIe 5.0 x4 U.2 NVMe bays per node.

DC-MHS Enterprise Servers — High-Efficiency Platforms for Cloud Workloads

Built on the DC-MHS architecture, MSI’s enterprise server platforms deliver exceptional memory capacity, extensive I/O options, and high TDP CPU compatibility to handle demanding cloud, virtualization, and storage applications. Supporting both AMD EPYC 9005 Series and Intel Xeon 6 processors, these modular solutions provide flexible performance for diverse data center workloads.

Single-Socket AMD EPYC 9005 Servers

• CX271-S4056: 2U server with 24 DDR5 DIMM slots and configurations of 8 or 24 PCIe 5.0 U.2 NVMe bays
• CX171-S4056: 1U server with 24 DDR5 DIMM slots and 12 PCIe 5.0 U.2 NVMe bays.

Dual-Socket Intel Xeon 6 Servers

• CX270-S5062: 2U server with 32 DDR5 DIMM slots and configurations of 8 or 24 PCIe 5.0 U.2 NVMe bays.
• CX170-S5062: 1U server with 32 DDR5 DIMM slots and 12 PCIe 5.0 U.2 NVMe bays.

Next-Generation AI Solutions Accelerated by NVIDIA

MSI introduces a new era of AI computing solutions, built on the NVIDIA MGX and NVIDIA DGX Station reference architectures. The lineup includes AI servers and AI station supporting the latest NVIDIA Hopper GPUs, NVIDIA RTX PRO 6000 Blackwell Server Edition GPUs, and NVIDIA Blackwell Ultra GPUs, engineered to meet diverse deployment needs, from large-scale data center training to edge inferencing and AI development on the desktop.

MSI’s AI servers are purpose-built for high-performance computing and AI workloads. The 4U AI platforms offer flexible configurations with both Intel Xeon and AMD EPYC processors, supporting up to 600W GPUs for maximum performance. These platforms are ideal for large language models (LLMs), deep learning training, and NVIDIA Omniverse workloads.

AI Servers

• CG481-S6053: Dual AMD EPYC 9005 CPUs, eight PCIe 5.0 x16 FHFL dual-width GPU slots, 24 DDR5 DIMMs, eight 2.5-inch U.2 NVMe bays, and eight 400G Ethernet ports powered by NVIDIA ConnectX-8 SuperNICs.
• CG480-S5063: Dual Intel Xeon 6 CPUs, eight PCIe 5.0 x16 FHFL dual-width GPU slots, 32 DDR5 DIMMs, and twenty PCIe 5.0 E1.S NVMe bays.
• CG290-S3063: 2U AI server powered by a single Intel Xeon 6 CPU with 16 DDR5 DIMMs and four FHFL dual-width GPU slots (up to 600W each), ideal for edge computing and small-scale inference deployments.

AI Station

For developers demanding data center-level performance in a workstation form factor, the MSI AI Station CT60-S8060 brings the power of the NVIDIA DGX Station to the desktop. Built with the NVIDIA GB300 Grace Blackwell Ultra Desktop Superchip and up to 784GB of unified memory, it delivers unprecedented compute performance for developing, training, and deploying large-scale AI models all from the deskside.

Supporting Resources:

• Discover how MSI’s OCP ORv3-compatible nodes deliver optimized performance for hyperscale cloud deployments.
• Watch the MSI’s 4U & 2U NVIDIA MGX AI platform, built on NVIDIA accelerated computing to deliver the performance for tomorrow’s AI workloads.

A Swedish University crowned World’s Best, Asia ascends and UK Shines as US drops 

LONDON, Nov. 18, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — QS Quacquarelli Symonds, global higher education experts, have released the 2026 edition of the QS World University Rankings: Sustainability.

Lund University in Sweden has taken the top spot for the first time. University of Toronto drops to second place, followed by UCL up to third. 

This year, 2000+ universities are featured across 106 higher education systems.
The US is most represented (240 universities), followed by China (163), the UK (109), India (103) and France (76).

Ben Sowter, QS Senior VP, said, “The publication of the QS Sustainability Rankings arrives at a pivotal moment. With only 17% of the 169 global Sustainable Development Goals on track for delivery in 2030, the need for accelerated action on environmental and social challenges has never been clearer.“

Overview

• University of California, Berkeley (11^th ), remains top in the US. NYU joins the top-20.
• The UK has the most institutions in the top 10, top 50, and top 200.
• Canada has the world’s highest concentration of top-10 universities (7%)
• UNSW Sydney re-enters the top-10 (7^th). Four Australian universities are in the top-20.
• Université Paris-Saclay  (45^th) is the only French university among the top-50.
• Germany boasts 65 ranked universities, led by Universität Hamburg (46^th)
• Delft University of Technology (35^th) is the Dutch leader
• 58 Spanish universities are featured in this edition, led by Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona (83^rd)
• Seoul National University (37^th) becomes Asia’s top-performer, overtaking The University of Tokyo (48^th).
• China adds more institutions than any other system – 49 new entries—nearly double its closest competitor, India (+26). Fudan University is the highest ranked (140^th).
• IIT Delhi remains India’s best performing institution (205^th).
• National University of Singapore (69^th) and Nanyang Technological University (99^th) are tied in first for Environmental Research
• Universidade de São Paulo is the only Latin American university in the top-200 (90^th).
• South Africa boasts all four of Africa’s top-ranked universities. University of Cape Town leads (59^th)
• American University of Beirut retains highest rank in the Arab Region (176^th)

The complete rankings are available here.