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Wialon Announces Top 10 GPS Hardware Manufacturers for 2025

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DUBAI, UAE, Oct. 19, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Teltonika Telematics has once again been recognized as the global leader in hardware for fleet management and digitalization, taking the #1 position in the Wialon GPS Hardware Manufacturers Top 10: 2025 edition. The award was announced at the annual Wialon Community Reunion in Dubai, gathering top industry players ahead of GITEX Global.

Teltonika Telematics awarded as the #1 GPS Hardware Manufacturer of 2025 at the Wialon Top 10 GPS Hardware Manufacturers ceremony.
Teltonika Telematics awarded as the #1 GPS Hardware Manufacturer of 2025 at the Wialon Top 10 GPS Hardware Manufacturers ceremony.

This marks the fourth consecutive year that Teltonika Telematics has secured the leading position in the ranking. The company maintains its dominance with over 100 integrated models and more than 900,000 connected devices on the Wialon platform.

The annual Wialon Top 10 ranking highlights the manufacturers whose devices were most often connected to Wialon over the past 12 months. Wialon, a global fleet digitalization solution developed by Gurtam, supports over 3,800 device models from 700+ manufacturers, enabling service providers and fleet owners to freely choose the hardware that best fits their projects.

Top 10 GPS Hardware Manufacturers 2025:

  1. Teltonika Telematics
  2. ST SUNLAB
  3. Jimi IoT
  4. Ruptela
  5. Queclink Wireless Solutions
  6. iStartek
  7. WanWayTech
  8. Howen Technologies
  9. Streamax Technology
  10. SEEWORLD Technology

“Being number one is not just a status — it’s a responsibility. Together with Wialon, we’re focused on delivering smarter, more customized, and AI-driven solutions that help our partners stay competitive and shape the future of telematics.” – said Hassan Shahzad, Sales Director Middle East at Teltonika Telematics.

“This year, we see both stability — with long-time leaders retaining their strong positions — and change, with several newcomers making their debut. It proves that the telematics hardware market continues to evolve, offering service providers a wider range of options for their projects.” – said Aliaksandr Kuushynau, Head of Wialon.

About Wialon

Wialon is the ultimate fleet digitalization solution, designed to optimize operations and improve efficiency in all types of fleets — from cars and trucks to heavy vehicles and machinery. Currently, Wialon tracks more than 4.2 million vehicles in over 160 countries, helping companies of all sizes and industries reduce costs and improve operational performance. Wialon is the flagship product of Gurtam, a European developer of GPS tracking and IoT software headquartered in Vilnius, with offices in Boston, Dubai, and Tbilisi.

Media contact:

Uladzislau Rassokhau, u.rassokhau@wialon.com

 

 

Case Report | Preliminary Clinical Data of CARsgen’s Allogeneic BCMA CAR-T Product CT0596 for the Treatment of Primary Plasma Cell Leukemia

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SHANGHAI, Oct. 19, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Primary plasma cell leukemia (pPCL) is a rare and highly aggressive plasma cell malignancy, often associated with complex genetic abnormalities. There is currently no standard treatment regimens, and conventional therapies for multiple myeloma are typically used. While targeted agents and autologous hematopoietic stem cell transplantation can slightly extend the overall survival of pPCL patients to 1.5–3 years, relapsed/refractory pPCL after multiple lines of therapy presents a significant clinical challenge due to the extremely limited treatment options and rapid disease progression, making it difficult to re-induce remission with existing therapies.

CT0596 is an allogeneic BCMA-targeted CAR-T therapy developed using CARsgen’s proprietary THANK-u Plus™ platform. It is currently being evaluated in investigator-initiated trials for plasma cell malignancy. As of the data cutoff date (Oct 17, 2025), two patients with relapsed/refractory pPCL had been enrolled. Details are as follows:

pPCL-01:

A 62-year-old male with IgG-λ type experienced poor disease control and rapid progression despite previous autologous hematopoietic stem cell transplantation and treatment with triple classes of drugs (proteasome inhibitor, immunomodulatory agent, and CD38 monoclonal antibody). By the screening period, his serum free light chain level had reached 10,374.86 mg/L. The patient underwent two CAR-T cell infusions approximately two months apart: he first received low-dose lymphodepletion and a relatively lower dose of CAR-T cells per protocol, then followed one cycle of bridge therapy. About one month after the failure of bridge therapy, he received a second CAR-T cell infusion. Following this infusion, he developed Grade 2 CRS, Grade 4 cytopenia, and a lung infection, but recovered after supportive treatment including tocilizumab, corticosteroids, autologous stem cell infusion, and anti-infective therapy. CAR-T cells expanded robustly, with a peak copy number (Cmax) of 161,971 copies/μg gDNA, and copy numbers remained at 10³ by Week 8. Efficacy assessments at both Week 4 and Week 8 post-infusion showed stringent complete response (sCR), and bone marrow minimal residual disease (MRD) was negative (< 10⁻⁶) at Week 4.

pPCL-02:

A 70-year-old male with κ light chain had previously been treated with triple classes of drugs (proteasome inhibitor, immunomodulatory agent, and CD38 monoclonal antibody). The patient developed Grade 1 CRS, Grade 4 neutropenia, and thrombocytopenia following lymphodepletion and CAR-T cell infusion. The CRS and cytopenias were resolved after treatment with tocilizumab and other supportive measures. CAR-T cells expanded robustly, with a Cmax of 151,654 copies/μg gDNA. The patient achieved sCR at the Week 4, Week 8, and Week 12 assessments post-infusion, with bone marrow MRD negative (< 10⁻⁶) at both Week 4 and Week 12.

Based on the current findings, CT0596 has exhibited robust and rapid efficacy in heavily pretreated patients with rapidly progressive relapsed/refractory pPCL. Both pPCL patients achieved sCR following CT0596 infusion, with peak CAR-T cell copy numbers exceeding 10⁵ copies/μg gDNA. Aside from expected CAR-T-associated toxicities such as CRS and hematologic adverse events, no significant organ toxicities were observed, indicating a manageable safety profile. These results lend strong support to the continued investigation of CT0596 across a broader spectrum of plasma cell neoplasms.

About CT0596

CT0596 is an allogeneic BCMA-targeted CAR-T therapy developed using CARsgen’s proprietary THANK-u Plus™ platform. It is currently being evaluated in investigator-initiated trials for relapsed/refractory multiple myeloma (R/R MM) or plasma cell leukemia (PCL). CT0596 demonstrated preliminary favorable tolerability and encouraging efficacy signals. Further investigation is planned in additional plasma cell malignancies and autoimmune diseases mediated by autoreactive plasma cells. The company anticipates submitting an Investigational New Drug (IND) application in the second half of 2025.

About CARsgen Therapeutics Holdings Limited

CARsgen is a biopharmaceutical company focusing on developing innovative CAR T-cell therapies to address the unmet clinical needs including but not limited to hematologic malignancies, solid tumors and autoimmune diseases. CARsgen has established end-to-end capabilities for CAR T-cell research and development covering target discovery, preclinical research, product clinical development, and commercial-scale production. CARsgen has developed novel in-house technologies and a product pipeline with global rights to address challenges faced by existing CAR T-cell therapies. Efforts include improving safety profile, enhancing the efficacy in treating solid tumors, and reducing treatment costs, etc. CARsgen’s mission is to be a global biopharmaceutical leader that provides innovative and differentiated cell therapies for patients worldwide and makes cancer and other diseases curable.

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From Wellbeing to Academics: Why HK Parents Are Hitting Pause on Kids’ Social Media and Device Use

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Look Up Hong Kong-Ipsos survey of 651 parents backs a four-part plan for kids’ wellbeing: delayed access to smartphones and social media, phone-free schools and more real-world activity and experiences. 

HONG KONG, Oct. 19, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Look Up Hong Kong, a new parent-led group launched to unite families for healthier, happier childhoods in the digital age, is leading a movement to advocate for delayed smartphone and social media use. The movement is backed by a growing global body of medical research, and now by Hong Kong data showing overwhelming support from local families concerned about the impact of early digital device use on their children’s wellbeing.

Look Up Hong Kong, a registered non-profit society, has officially launched today, advocating for delaying smartphones until age 14 and social media until 16. The movement kicks off with a survey of 651 Hong Kong parents that revealed widespread problems with smartphone and social media use.

“Hong Kong parents struggle with their own smartphone and social media use. Over 75% say they can’t live without their phones, with two-thirds admitting they spend too much time on them, impacting their wellbeing, work, and lifestyle,” said Robert Broad, Look Up Hong Kong founder.

“They want different for their children,” Broad said. “More than half agree that smartphones and social media negatively affect their child’s wellbeing, and 84% agreed that delaying social media until at least 16 years would benefit both the mental and physical wellbeing of their kids. Their main concerns for their kids are online safety threats, physical and mental health risks, impact on academic performance, and addiction potential.

Look Up Hong Kong prioritizes its activities and recommendations across four pillars:

1.       Delay smartphones to at least 14 years, to give children critical brain-development time before facing unlimited internet access and constant alerts [1, 2].

  • Three-quarters of parents in the survey support the age-14 target.

2.       Delay social-media use to at least 16 years; early social media is linked to spikes in anxiety, body-image issues and cyber-risk exposure [3].

  • Around two-thirds of HK parents back a 16-plus start.

3.       Advocate for smartphone-free schools and activities—Removing phones for the school day improves attention, peer connection and academic performance [4-8].

  • 89% of respondents support restrictions on smartphones in schools.

4.       Support outdoor activities, free play and real-world experiences to strengthen agency, social skills, resilience and self-governance [9].

  • Many HK kids (34%) get just one (or no) opportunity for outdoor activity a week, outside of school.

“Smartphones and social media are designed to capture attention—if adults struggle to manage their use, what chance do children have?” said Sara Lam, a clinical psychologist managing problematic smartphone use, and Look Up Hong Kong advisor. “These technologies drive family conflict, with over 80% of parents experienced arguments over usage in the past, and expose kids to serious risks – 25% have been contacted by strangers, and 13% of children aged 6-10 have encountered inappropriate adult content.”

Despite these concerns, essentially all children (98%) have a smartphone by 14 years (52% of those aged 6-10 years; 86%, aged 11-13 years), with the average age of first smartphone ownership at just 9 years.

Tanya Strongman of Look Up Hong Kong, explained, “This movement arose from parents’ need for support and shared frustrations. In focus groups, parents repeatedly expressed feeling unprepared to tackle digital challenges alone and overwhelmed by the pressure to give their children smartphones because ‘everyone else has one’.”

To address this pressure, Look Up Hong Kong has launched a city-wide Parent Pact, covering Hong Kong’s more than 1,000 primary and secondary schools. The pact is an online agreement parents can sign to show their commitment to delaying smartphones and social media for their children. Parents can see how many others have signed the pact in their school and class and can use their school community to connect with like-minded parents. “In our survey, more than 85% of parents expressed interest in joining the Parent Pact, and we already have pacts running in over 80 schools across Hong Kong,” Strongman said. “The more parents who join, the stronger the impact. Knowing a pact exists in your child’s class transforms the conversation you can have as a family around delaying smartphones.” (Parents can access the pact on the Look Up Hong Kong website: www.lookup.hk)

Dr. Vivian Mark, a pediatrician and advisor to Look Up Hong Kong, said, “In our daily practice, we see the impact on mental wellbeing (sleep deprivation, anxiety, depression, compromised attention, issues with behavioral and emotional regulation, and eating disorders) and on physical health (obesity, musculoskeletal disorders, lack of activity, and eye complaints and myopia). This effort isn’t about rejecting technology — it’s about protecting critical developmental years for the current and future health of our children.”

Advisor to Look Up Hong Kong, Thomas Chiu, a professor of digital futures, and AI in education, at the Chinese University of Hong Kong, said, “Helping students thrive in life and academics requires an age-appropriate and intentional approach to the introduction of technologies. We must emphasize foundational aspects of education first, and teach kids how to learn independently, think critically, and understand the appropriate role and use of tech in their education and learning. Offline activities are essential, both in and out of the classroom, and children should be encouraged to explore hobbies, stay active, interact with others in the real world and build well-rounded, healthy lifestyles and relationships.”

“Families deserve real choices, not pressure,” said Jeannie Leung of Look Up Hong Kong. “Tech should be an aid to children’s development, not something that consumes their entire attention. When parents are informed and united, delaying smartphones and social media becomes easier, so no child feels left out. In this, parents and caregivers need support to model healthy tech habits and make confident, informed decisions.”

“As they say, it takes a village to raise a child,” Broad said. “We need the entire community to help our kids thrive in the digital future. We call on the government to provide more outdoor spaces and facilities for our children and to regulate platforms (including effective age verification) to protect our kids from harmful tech and content. We call on healthcare professionals to update practice guidelines and parental counsel to reflect the latest research and medical evidence on digital media exposure and child development. We call on schools to partner with parents to create environments where kids can learn and socialize, free from the stresses of smartphones and social media. Finally, we call on parents and the community to model mindful tech use, teaching kids to see technology as a tool for good, not just distraction.”

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Look Up Hong Kong-Ipsos Survey Summary

A representative cross-section of Hong Kong parents with school-age children

  • 651 parents of Hong Kong school children
  • 74% from public schools, 14% from private international/direct subsidy schools, 12% from international schools (including ESF schools)
  • Children aged 6-16 years (55% aged 6-10, 29% aged 11-13, 16% aged 14-16)
  • The survey was conducted in July 2025.

Parents struggle with their own smartphone and social media use

  • Two-thirds of parents feel they spend too much time on their smartphones.
  • More than three-quarters say they cannot live without their smartphones.
  • Parents reported several negative issues related to their own smartphone use:

–     67% have physical health problems (eyestrain, weight gain, lack of exercise, and musculoskeletal pain)

–     51% have mental/emotional health problems (sleep deprivation, attention difficulties and anxiety/depression)

–     41% have experienced scams, risk of identity theft, and unauthorized transactions

–     38% report a negative impact on work performance, and worries about potential addiction

–     38% reported avoiding social interactions, and an increase in family/relationship conflict

–     29% have experienced online harassment or threats and exposure to harmful content

Parents feel the negative effects of early smartphone and social media use outweigh the positives for their children

  • More than half of Hong Kong parents believe smartphones and social media negatively impact their child’s overall wellbeing. This belief is as high as 85% among international school parents.80
  • Top parental concerns

1.    Online safety threats
2.    Physical health risks
3.    Academic performance and addiction concerns

  • According to parents, the social media platforms that pose the greatest threat to children’s wellbeing are:

1.    TikTok
2.    YouTube
3.    Instagram
4.    Facebook
5.    Xiaohongshu (Little Red Book/ RedNote)

  • The top five most used social media platforms for kids are:

1.       Instagram (most popular for junior secondary kids)
2.       YouTube (most popular for primary kids)
3.       WhatsApp
4.       TikTok
5.       WeChat

  • On average, more than 45% of children spend 2 or more hours on their smartphones each day (from 25% of lower primary children to 63% of lower secondary children).
  • Many kids (34%) get just one (or no) opportunity for outdoor activity a week, outside of school.

Parents are most concerned about online safety for their kids

  • Parents worry about cyberbullying, anxiety, depression, and exposure to inappropriate content.
  • 12% of children have been exposed to inappropriate adult content online.

–       Boys are almost twice as likely as girls to encounter inappropriate content (15% vs 9%).

  • Parents say that 25% of children have been contacted by a stranger online (likely, an underestimate).

–       Boys were 50% more likely than girls to have talked to strangers online.

Parents see the impact of smartphones and social media on relationships and behavior

  • 28% of parents consider smartphones and social media harmful to their children’s social relationships. This figure rises to 59% among international school parents.
  • More than 80% of parents report conflicts with their kids over smartphone usage.

Despite parental concerns, most children have phones earlier than planned in Hong Kong

  • While parents planned to give their children a smartphone at 13 years on average (14 for international schools), the average age that children actually received a smartphone is 9 years (ranging from 2 to 15 years), regardless of school type.
  • Over 70% of Hong Kong children already have smartphones.

–       52% of 6–10-year-olds
–       86% of 11–13-year-olds
–       98% of 14-year-olds and up

Most parents believe in the benefits of delaying smartphone and social media use

  • 84% agreed that delaying social media until at least 16 years would benefit both mental and physical wellbeing of children in Hong Kong.
  • Parents who describe themselves as heavy smartphone users are more likely to support delaying access for their children.

Most parents want stricter smartphone policies in schools.

  • 89% of parents support restrictions on smartphones in their kids’ schools.

–       65% want stricter policies than those currently in place in their kids’ school.

–       1 in 5 public school parents would prefer to send their kids to a smartphone-free school.

–       More than 70% of international (mainly primary) school parents would prefer to send their kids to a smartphone-free school.

  • The most supported school policies are those that require students to switch off their phones and store them in lockers/bags throughout the school day. The least supported policy is that which allows older students to use their phones but restricts younger students.

Parents support collective action on smartphones and social media

  • 73% support delaying smartphone ownership until at least 14 years.
  • 64% of respondents support delaying social media access to at least 16 years.
  • 85% of respondents would participate in a voluntary parent agreement to delay smartphone access.

About Look Up Hong Kong

Look Up Hong Kong is a grass-roots parent-led movement on a mission to champion childhood and empower parents, carers and educators to protect the mental and physical wellbeing of our children by delaying access to smartphones and social media. We aim to reduce the societal pressure to provide access to these technologies when we know our kids are not ready and allow parents to navigate the digital world according to their values.

An HK-registered non-profit society, Look Up Hong Kong strives to bring families together to stand-up for healthier, happier childhoods. We believe in the importance of kids being kids in the real world, and that technology should be a force for good, that respects our children’s attention, contributes to their wellbeing and helps them flourish.

More Information
Bilingual website: www.lookup.hk
Sign the pact: www.parentpact.lookup.hk

About Ipsos

Ipsos is a global market research leader, operating in 90 markets with nearly 20,000 employees. Our research professionals provide a true understanding of citizens, consumers, and employees through surveys, social media monitoring, and qualitative techniques.

From Presentation to Full-Service Reception: AiMOGA Robot Demonstrates “Human Assistant” Capabilities at the 2025 Chery Global Innovation Conference

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WUHU, China, Oct. 19, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — At the 2025 Chery Global Innovation Conference, an extraordinary “guest” took the stage — Mornine, the intelligent robot from AiMOGA Robotics.

Opening in seven languages, she completed a fully autonomous presentation, marking the moment when “Automotive + Robot” collaboration officially moved from concept to reality.


Center Stage: Autonomous Presentation Illustrates Ecosystem Advancement

Following Dr. Gao Xinhua’s keynote, Mornine appeared on stage and independently completed a full capability demonstration in just three minutes.

She reviewed AiMOGA’s journey from early concept to real-world deployment across more than 30 countries.

As Dr. Gao emphasized, this appearance signifies Chery’s technological expansion from “wheels” to a “three-dimensional ecosystem,” where intelligent robots represent a natural extension of Chery’s innovation strategy.

Technological Foundation: Robotics Grown from Automotive DNA

The technology system of AiMOGA Robotics is rooted in Chery’s vehicle-engineering platform.

From multilingual interaction (11 languages) to ±5 cm high-precision autonomous navigation and dynamic obstacle avoidance, Mornine inherits Chery’s expertise in intelligent cockpits and driver-assistance engineering.

These reusable and scenario-driven capabilities enable an end-to-end intelligent service process, allowing Mornine to perform dealership reception and extend into museums, malls, and public service scenarios as a trusted human AI assistant.

Scenario Application: From Demonstration to Real-World Practice

At the venue, Mornine completed a fully autonomous car-purchasing reception process, covering greeting, vehicle explanation, door-opening, and car-machine collaboration.

Interactive zones showcased her vision-tactile dexterous hand and multi-expression interaction system, enabling delicate object manipulation and real-time emotional expressions.

These advances mark a breakthrough in multimodal perception and human-like interaction, setting new standards for intelligent service robots.

Conclusion

The 2025 Chery Global Innovation Conference showcased AiMOGA Robotics’ achievements in language interaction, navigation control, and multimodal execution, while verifying its real-world applications in 4S dealerships.

As a key practice of Chery’s “Automotive + Robot” human-machine collaboration strategy, Mornine continues to demonstrate perceptive, executable, and deployable service capabilities—bringing embodied intelligence from the lab into daily life.

Born from the automotive industry and advancing toward real-world scenarios, AiMOGA Robotics is paving a new evolutionary path for the industry—one that connects vehicle engineering with intelligent service innovation.

From Galloping Messengers to One-Click Delivery: The Lychee Journey from Chang’an to Today.

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BEIJING, CHINA – Media OutReach Newswire – 19 October 2025 – A thousand years ago, delivering fresh lychees from southern China to the capital, Chang’an, took over a week—and exhausted entire relays of horses. Today, the same journey takes just 24 hours.

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This dramatic change illustrates the rise of China’s modern logistics network: a nationwide system connecting producers, markets, and households with unprecedented speed and scale.

Three pillars make this possible.

The first is infrastructure—high-speed rail, mega-ports, and last-mile delivery stations across urban and rural areas. Smart cold-chain trucks and automated warehouses ensure fresh goods like lychees arrive on time and in perfect condition.

The second is digital empowerment. AI algorithms optimize delivery routes, logistics platforms offer real-time tracking, and unified standards streamline cross-regional shipments. It’s a digital nervous system that keeps everything running smoothly.

The third—and most fundamental—is massive consumer demand. In 2024, China’s cold-chain logistics demand reached 365 million tons, and express deliveries surpassed 170 billion parcels. Behind every order is a consumer expecting quality, speed, and reliability.

As China enters its 15th Five-Year Plan, this system will continue to evolve—lowering costs, increasing efficiency, and supporting the growth of a unified national market.

From “a steed raising red dust” to “one-click delivery,” China’s logistics story reflects not just the faster movement of goods, but a deeper transformation: one that brings markets closer, empowers industries, and delivers better lives.

Producer: Yu Lan
Executive Producer: Wu Qingcai
Chief Coordinator: Zhou Rui
Planner: Wang Qingkai
Scriptwriter: Li Yuxin
Cameramen: Chen Qingyang, Wang Yue
Lighting: Sun Hongwei, Yang Siyu
Editor: Chen Qingyang
Designer: Huang Lei
Visual Packagers: Huang Lei, Chen Qingyang
Translators: Feng Shuang, Chen Tianhao, Zhao Li

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HKUST Holds Congregation 2025 Conferring Honorary Doctorates on Five Distinguished Leaders

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HONG KONG, Oct. 19, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST) today held its Congregation 2025, conferring Honorary Doctorates upon five prominent and distinguished leaders. The awards were presented by HKUST Pro-Chancellor Dr. John CHAN Cho-Chak in recognition of their exceptional achievements and contributions to society.

Joining the ceremony were HKUST Council Chairman Prof. Harry SHUM, Court Chairman Dr. the Honorable Andrew LIAO Cheung-Sing, and President Prof. Nancy IP, alongside members of the Council and Court, and the University’s senior management team.

This year’s Honorary Doctorate recipients, listed alphabetically by surname, are:

  • Prof. Pradeep K. KHOSLA, Chancellor of the University of California San Diego – Doctor of Engineering honoris causa
  • Prof. Roger David KORNBERG, Nobel laureate in Chemistry – Doctor of Science honoris causa
  • Mr. LIU Cixin, Hugo-winning author – Doctor of Humanities honoris causa
  • Prof. Sir Christopher PISSARIDES, Nobel laureate in Economic Sciences – Doctor of Social Sciences honoris causa
  • Mr. Stephen A. SCHWARZMAN, Chairman, CEO, and Co-Founder of Blackstone – Doctor of Business Administration honoris causa

HKUST Council Chairman Prof. Shum praised the honorary doctors for their outstanding achievements and contributions to society. He said, “These five honorary doctors are trailblazing exemplars whose accomplishments have inspired the global pursuit of excellence. They have continuously broken new ground in their respective fields, advancing global development through their foresight and steadfast determination. Their exemplary legacy motivates faculty and students at HKUST to emulate their success, demonstrating the courage to challenge the status quo, embrace innovation, and leverage knowledge to drive societal progress, ultimately shaping the future.”

HKUST President Prof. Ip celebrated the honorary doctorates for their illustrious accomplishments and profound impact, while applauding the graduating class for the fruition of their hard work and the promising beginnings that lie ahead. She said, “Today, we gather not only to confer degrees but also to celebrate the years of vigorous study, unwavering dedication, and the impactful contributions you, our graduates, are already making. This ceremony honors the exceptional individuals you have become – critical thinkers, visionary innovators, and compassionate leaders poised to shape our future. Throughout your time here, you have exemplified the ‘Can-Do’ spirit, showing courage in pursuing bold ideas, agility in adapting to change, and resilience in overcoming obstacles. Let this spirit be your blueprint for making an impact. Wherever your path leads, strive not only for professional success but for a deeper, more meaningful contribution to humanity”. (Full President’s Address and video)

President Prof. Ip also paid tribute to the enduring vision of the late founding President of HKUST, Professor Chia-Wei Woo, whose foresight over three decades ago envisioned an institution dedicated to cultivating pioneers who bridge Eastern and Western cultures. She noted that the Class of 2025 embodies the fulfilment of this global vision. As they graduate, she expressed her confidence that they will carry this unique perspective into the world, becoming leaders and innovators in their chosen fields. The University, in turn, remains steadfast in its commitment to its founding mission, continuing to empower future generations of pioneers who will shape a better tomorrow.

With the graduation of the Class of 2025, HKUST has celebrated a remarkable milestone— a global alumni community of over 111,000. This year, the University conferred 6,929 academic degrees, comprising 2,620 bachelor’s degrees, 3,824 master’s degrees, 485 doctoral degrees, and professional doctorate degrees.

During the ceremony, Prof. Ip also presented HKUST’s highest accolade in teaching—the Michael G. Gale Medal for Distinguished Teaching—to Prof. Ben CHAN Yui-Bun, Associate Professor of Engineering Education in the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering, Associate Dean of Students, and Associate Director of the Center for Engineering Education Innovation, in recognition of his outstanding service in education.

The celebrations continued with powerful exchanges between the honorees and the HKUST community. Prof. Shum hosted a dynamic fireside chat with fellow Honorary Doctorate Mr. Stephen A. Schwarzman, entitled “Lessons from a Life of Leadership, Entrepreneurship, and Giving Back.” They captivated the audience with a vibrant discussion on how entrepreneurial vision can shape education and propel societal progress. Mr. Schwarzman shared insights on attracting exceptional talent amidst intensifying global competition, advising students to prioritize the uniqueness of their ventures and their broader social impact. He also emphasized the importance of university advancements in both AI and the humanities during this era of technological transformation.

Meanwhile, the world of science fiction came to life as fellow Honorary Doctorate Mr. Liu Cixin embarked on a tour of the Lee Shau Kee Library. He then immersed students in an inspiring discussion on the imaginative realms of sci-fi, delving into the creative journey and cosmic worldview behind The Three-Body Problem. In a profound dialogue with the audience, Mr. Liu shared unique perspectives on sparking creative inspiration, enhancing the allure of sci-fi literature, and the impact of AI and big data on its future.

Biographies of the Honorary Doctorate Awardees (arranged in alphabetical order by surnames):

Prof. Pradeep K. KHOSLA

Prof. Khosla is a distinguished engineer and educator, currently serving as Chancellor of UC San Diego, where he has significantly advanced the university’s global standing. His academic journey began in India, leading to influential roles at Carnegie Mellon University, where he contributed to robotics and cybersecurity. Prof. Khosla advocates for interdisciplinary collaboration to address societal challenges and emphasizes the importance of technology in education. His partnership with HKUST aligns with their mission to harness technology for societal benefit and advance medical innovation. (Full citation and speech video)

Prof. Roger David KORNBERG

Prof. Kornberg, a Nobel laureate in Chemistry, is renowned for his groundbreaking work on gene transcription. Prof. Kornberg followed in his father’s footsteps to make significant contributions to molecular biology. His discovery of the nucleosome and detailed mapping of RNA polymerase II’s function have revolutionized our understanding of genetic information processing. A member of the US National Academy of Sciences and the American Academy of Arts and Sciences, Prof. Kornberg’s research has profound implications for treating diseases. His collaboration with HKUST further enhances the University’s standing in life sciences and medicine. (Full citation and speech video)

Mr. LIU Cixin

With his novel The Three-Body Problem, Chinese author Mr. Liu became the first Asian writer to win the prestigious Hugo Award for science fiction, earning him international acclaim and a devoted global following. The Three-Body Problem have captivated readers worldwide, with translations in 35 languages and sales exceeding 30 million copies. His unique blend of scientific knowledge and philosophical introspection has earned him numerous accolades, including the Chinese Galaxy Awards and the Seiun Award. (Full citation and speech video)

Prof. Sir Christopher PISSARIDES

Prof. Pissarides, a Nobel laureate in Economic Sciences, is a distinguished scholar in labor economics. His Diamond-Mortensen-Pissarides model has revolutionized the understanding of unemployment and job markets. As the Regius Professor of Economics at the London School of Economics, Prof. Pissarides has dedicated his career to addressing societal inequalities and poverty through economic research. His recent focus on the future of work in the age of AI underscores his commitment to navigating the challenges of technological change. As the IAS Helmut and Anna Pao Sohmen Professor-at-Large at HKUST, he continues to inspire and guide the academic community. (Full citation and speech video)

Mr. Stephen A. SCHWARZMAN

Mr. Schwarzman is the Chairman, CEO, and Co-Founder of Blackstone, which he has built into the world’s largest manager of alternative investments, with over US$1 trillion in assets under management globally. An alumnus of Yale University and Harvard Business School, he rose quickly on Wall Street before launching Blackstone in 1985. His visionary leadership extends beyond finance, as he is a dedicated philanthropist, making gifts of over US$1 billion to date. His philanthropy has included transformational gifts to major universities including the University of Oxford, Massachusetts Institute of Technology, and Yale University, as well as the establishment of Schwarzman Scholars in Beijing, China. Recognized with numerous honors, including France’s Légion d’Honneur and Ordre des Arts et des Letters, both at the Commandeur level, Mexico’s Order of the Aztec Eagle, and an appointment as an Honorary Knight of the Most Excellent Order of the British Empire, Mr. Schwarzman’s influence spans business and philanthropy. (Full citation and speech video)

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Global Sources Hong Kong Shows Phase II Officially Opens: AI Pavilion Debuts, Spotlighting Latest AI and Robotics Trends

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HONG KONG, Oct. 18, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — The second phase of the Global Sources Hong Kong Shows opened today at AsiaWorld-Expo, running from October 18 to 21. The four-day event combines four major trade shows: the Mobile Electronics, Smart Home, Security & Home Appliances, Lifestyle, and Home & Kitchen shows under the theme “AI-Powered Ecosystem: Igniting Future Manufacturing Intelligence.” The show has attracted over 2,000 exhibitors showcasing more than 150,000 cutting-edge innovative products, including mobile devices, smart wearables, AR/VR, smart home solutions, personal healthcare products, and pet supplies. This year also features the debut of the “AI Pavilion”. The show is projected to attract over 60,000 international professional B2B buyers, with visitor numbers from emerging markets anticipated to hit a record high.

1.The second phase of the Global Sources Hong Kong Shows opened today at AsiaWorld-Expo, running from October 18 to 21. The four-day event combines four major trade shows: the Mobile Electronics, Smart Home, Security & Home Appliances, Lifestyle, and Home & Kitchen shows.
1.The second phase of the Global Sources Hong Kong Shows opened today at AsiaWorld-Expo, running from October 18 to 21. The four-day event combines four major trade shows: the Mobile Electronics, Smart Home, Security & Home Appliances, Lifestyle, and Home & Kitchen shows.

Global Sources Hong Kong Shows Phase II includes:

  • Global Sources Mobile Electronics
  • Global Sources Smart Home, Security & Home Appliances
  • Global Sources Lifestyle
  • Global Sources Home & Kitchen

John Kao, Vice President of Hong Kong Shows & Overseas Shows at Global Sources, said: “Global Sources Hong Kong Shows Phase II closely track global sourcing hotspots, positioning at the forefront of AI transformation and comprehensively showcasing innovative applications of AI technology across various electronics sectors. For global B2B buyers and industry decision-makers, this edition of Global Sources Hong Kong Shows is not just a sourcing event, but a critical opportunity to gain comprehensive insights into the future of AI hardware ecosystems and efficiently connect with top-tier supply chains.”

AI Pavilion: Seven Zones Presenting Complete Smart Hardware Ecosystem

This year’s inaugural “AI Pavilion” features over 1,200 booths, concentrating on seven major application scenarios including AI smart terminals, AI wearables, AI glasses, AI toys, AI pet products, AI personal health care, and other AI products, providing a one-stop showcase of the latest breakthroughs in AI hardware ecosystems.

  1. AI+ Terminal Devices Zone: Showcases innovative products such as phones, laptops, and keyboards, utilizing on-device AI to achieve cross-device collaboration, real-time translation, and performance optimization, demonstrating technological breakthroughs in lightweight large models, real-time perception, and multi-device collaboration.
  2. AI+ Wearables Zone: Focuses on the integration of AI and health management, featuring watches, earphones, and rings. The new generation of wearable devices combines sensors with AI algorithms to provide high-precision monitoring of heart rate and sleep quality, stress detection, and early health risk warnings, transforming product functions from “passive recording” to “proactive care”.
  3. AI+ Glasses Zone: Covers products with different positioning from high-end professional to affordable mainstream models. 2025 has seen the industry embrace an AI glasses boom, with AI glasses extending to gaming, education, conferences and other scenarios through real-time AI photography, intelligent recognition, and multilingual translation functions. Innovative features such as gesture control and eye tracking have become key competitive factors for manufacturers.
  4. AI+ Toys Zone: Showcases the latest achievements of Asian manufacturers in companion toys. Many export-oriented enterprises are precisely targeting children’s education, adult emotional companionship, babycare, and collectible toys, providing highly customized solutions centered on early education and emotional companionship user needs, comprehensively demonstrating new global market trends in “AI+ Toys”.
  5. AI+ Pet Products Zone: Displays innovative products covering intelligent health monitoring, behavior recognition and emotional companionship, and fully automated cleaning and care. AI+ pet technology applications have evolved from initial function development to focusing on precision in pet health management, deepening human-pet emotional interaction, and automation of daily care processes, bringing more efficient, reassuring, and humanized experiences to pet-owning families.
  6. AI+ Personal Healthcare Zone: Highlights innovative products combining sensors and AI algorithms, covering smart beauty devices, hairbrushes, lighting, and aromatherapy machines, providing global buyers with a one-stop showcase of competitive AI+ beauty care and health management solutions.
  7. Other AI+ Products Zone: Displays multiple types of mobile hardware products including smart PC cases, earphones, and smart helmets, featuring intelligent cooling, adaptive noise cancellation, and industrial safety warning functions suitable for gaming, office, and industrial protection scenarios. The zone gathers various mass-producible AI terminals, including HTC partnering with Global Sources once again to establish an “AI & XR Experience Zone”, showcasing HTC VIVE technology and multiple immersive VR games, providing global buyers with one-stop supply chain resources for ODM/OEM collaboration, finished product sourcing, and technology selection.

Innovation Awards and Global Product Launches Leading Tech and Design Trends

Global Sources Innovation Awards Phase II focus on products in mobile electronics, smart home, security and appliances, and lifestyle categories, committed to recognizing innovative products that excel in practicality, cost-effectiveness, technological maturity, and market demand alignment. Simultaneously, Global Sources continues to partner with the internationally renowned “European Product Design Award (EPDA)™” to establish the “Best Product Design Award”, honoring products that stand out through innovative thinking and exceptional design. Additionally, to align with the show theme, a special “AI Innovation Award” has been introduced to recognize exhibits demonstrating outstanding AI technology applications.

Phase II shows will also host multiple new product launch events. Many exhibitors will use this platform to unveil their annual new products, including heavyweight products making their global or Asian debuts. These new products embody the “technology + demand” integrated innovation model, showcasing the future development path and market trends of consumer electronics.

Industry Experts Gather to Explore AI-Enabled Applications

The Global Sources Summit and AI & Robotics Summit (AIRS), held during the shows with the theme “Consumer AI Gadget Conference”, brings together top global industry experts across multiple frontier fields including trillion-dollar market transformation, Asian market channel strategies, Robotics-as-a-Service, smart wearable devices, AI assistive devices, Smart Home 2030, and AI and robotics commercialization paths. The summits provide audiences with a platform for deep insights into the latest AI smart product trends and identifying high-growth potential markets, helping enterprises and investors seize key opportunities in the AI consumerization wave. The venue also features an AI robot demonstration area where visitors can experience human-robot interaction and live demonstrations up close, including the Engine AI that previously danced with internet celebrity IShowSpeed, performing the iconic Axe Gang dance from the movie “Kung Fu Hustle”, demonstrating advanced capabilities in motion planning and real-time control, and exploring prospects for robotics applications.

GSOL 30th Anniversary Celebration: Celebrating Milestones with the Industry

To celebrate the 30th anniversary of GlobalSources.com, Global Sources is hosting a special “GSOL 30th Anniversary Cocktail Party” during the shows to review the online sourcing platform’s historical journey over three decades with industry partners and key customers. The event will feature sharing from Mr. Hu Wei, CEO of Global Sources, and Ms. Carol Lau, Senior Vice President, Client Service, Marketing & Analytics, on the company’s future development blueprint, jointly witnessing the outstanding achievements of Global Sources’ B2B international sourcing platform in connecting global buyers, partners and Asian suppliers over 30 years.

About Global Sources

Global Sources is an internationally recognized multichannel Online-to-Offline (O2O) sourcing platform that has been driving global trade for over 50 years. The company connects authentic buyers and verified suppliers worldwide with tailored solutions and trusted market intelligence through its online platform GlobalSources.com, mobile apps, industry-specific trade shows, and tailored business matching. Global Sources’ unique services have successfully provided efficient and convenient commercial services to over 14 million registered international buyers and users.

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The Grand Opening of 2025 Chery Global Innovation Conference: Gathering Global Wisdom, Driving the Future with Innovation

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WUHU, China, Oct. 18, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — On October 18, 2025, the 2025 Chery Global Innovation Conference officially kicked off under the theme “Innovation • Leading the World with Intelligence.” The conference systematically presented Chery Group’s latest achievements in electrification, connectivity, intelligence, and sharing. Powered by “innovation,” the event created a technological feast that drives brand breakthroughs and connects the global ecosystem, fully demonstrating Chery’s global competitiveness and new future vision forged through global co-creation, sharing, and symbiosis.

The 2025 Chery Global Innovation Conference Opens in Wuhu, Anhui
The 2025 Chery Global Innovation Conference Opens in Wuhu, Anhui

Academicians from the Chinese Academy of Engineering, the European Academy of Sciences, the Canadian Academy of Sciences, the Canadian Academy of Engineering, and the Georgian National Academy of Sciences, along with association leaders, media representatives, government officials, and industry partners, gathered at the event. Together with global online audiences, they witnessed Chery embark on a new journey of technological globalization.

Becoming a Global High-Tech Ecological Group Loved and Trusted by Users

Building upon its strong technological foundation, Chery Group has achieved powerful breakthroughs across multiple sectors, marking five historic milestones in sales volume, new energy vehicles, exports, brand influence, and capital markets.

On September 25, Chery Automobile was officially listed on the Main Board of the Hong Kong Stock Exchange, launching a new chapter in international capital markets.

By the end of September, Chery Group had accumulated over 17.72 million global users, including more than 5.43 million overseas customers.

This “qualitative leap” of multidimensional growth stems from 28 years of continuous effort and “quantitative accumulation” in the field of technology.

At the conference, Mr. Yin Tongyue, Chairman of Chery Group, stated that globalization should not only pursue scale and speed — sustainability is key.

By establishing a global innovation system covering new energy vehicles, intelligence, and AI, Chery aims to continuously elevate its brand and achieve sustainable internationalization.

Through technological innovation, Chery will empower product innovation, drive business model, corporate management, and industrial ecosystem upgrades, transforming itself from a traditional automaker into a global high-tech ecological group.

Speech by Yin Tongyue, the Chairman of Chery Automobile
Speech by Yin Tongyue, the Chairman of Chery Automobile

Innovation Engine in Motion: Accelerating from Internationalization to Globalization

Innovation has always been Chery’s core driving force for breakthroughs and self-transcendence.

At the conference, Dr. Gao Xinhua, Executive Vice President and CTO of Chery Automobile Co., Ltd., announced that Chery has established a globally oriented technological innovation system — evolving from an “explorer” into a global leader in new energy.

During the event, Chery unveiled 10+ world-leading technologies, including the Smart Digital Chassis, Amphibious System, Chery Power with 48% Thermal Efficiency, Intelligent Driving Large Model, and Flying Platform, among others.

These breakthroughs have built a world-class innovation ecosystem, helping the Chinese automotive industry continuously expand its global influence.

The remarkable debut of the AiMOGA Robot further embodied Chery’s spirit of innovation.

With capabilities such as semantic interaction, autonomous obstacle avoidance, emotion recognition, and basic learning, AiMOGA is designed to become a “trustworthy intelligent assistant for humans,” marking a transformative leap toward Chery’s all-scenario intelligent ecosystem.

Venturing into the “No Man’s Land” of Innovation: Disruptive Power with Hardcore Technology

Technology is the cornerstone of Chery Group’s development. In facing core technological challenges, Chery remains steadfast in its long-term commitment to innovation.

The Chery Power with 48% thermal efficiency, showcased at the conference, is a testament to this disruptive innovation power.

While mainstream engines typically achieve thermal efficiency between 38% and 45%, every 1% improvement is a major challenge.

Through innovations such as a 26:1 ultra-high expansion ratio and a dual-curve triple-link mechanism, Chery achieved a genuine 48% thermal efficiency for gasoline engines.

In the future, Chery Group plans to promote the Chery power and other cutting-edge technologies globally, bringing users a green, efficient, and intelligent mobility experience.

Building a Global Innovation System and a New Industrial Ecosystem

While mastering core technologies, Chery Group continues to build a globally oriented innovation system.

Its products are sold in over 120 countries and regions, with 16 KD factories worldwide. Chery has also established a global collaborative innovation network that includes 8 major R&D centers, over 30,000 R&D personnel, and 28 chief scientists.

By tailoring its research and testing to diverse driving environments worldwide, Chery delivers world-class technologies suitable for global users and has successfully created a globally integrated innovation framework.

At the conference, Mr. Zhang Shengshan, Deputy General Manager of Chery Automobile and Executive Deputy General Manager of Chery International Business Division, revealed that Chery plans to establish 26 overseas R&D centers over the coming years.

This expansion will strengthen local market competitiveness, ensure regulatory compliance, and enhance localized development capabilities — creating differentiated, competitive products tailored to regional user needs.

In doing so, Chery sets a replicable innovation model for China’s automotive industry to advance from “global participation” to “global leadership.”

Car display Matrix off site of the conference
Car display Matrix off site of the conference

The 2025 Chery Global Innovation Conference is not only a stage for showcasing Chery’s technological vision and latest achievements but also a global dialogue and open invitation to cooperation.

In the future, Chery Group will accelerate its transformation into a global technology company, leveraging its worldwide innovation system to create greater mobility value for users and write a new chapter in the century-long automotive Industry.

 

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