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Adecco surpasses one million AI-powered candidate interactions, cutting time-to-deliver by 50%

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Scaling human-centred AI recruitment across 10 countries, Adecco is increasing speed, fill rates and candidate access through its growing network of AI agents.

ZURICH, June 18, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Adecco, the world’s leading workforce solutions provider, today announced a major milestone in its AI transformation: more than one million AI-powered candidate interactions delivered across ten countries. Supported by strategic technology partnerships, the business is already seeing measurable impact at scale, including faster hiring, stronger fill rates and improved access for candidates.

In total, Adecco has now recorded 1.2 million candidate-agent interactions – including 250,000 fully completed interviews across 50,000 jobs – equating to more than 12 years of continuous conversation time.

AI agents across the full recruitment lifecycle

Adecco has deployed AI agents across seven distinct stages of the recruitment lifecycle, covering pre-screening, talent pool management, recruiter support, customer service, onboarding and voice capability. Together, they represent a broader transformation of recruitment delivery, rather than a single-point automation.

Quality of experience is high, with 51% of interactions taking place outside traditional working hours. This gives candidates greater flexibility and access, while allowing recruiters to focus more of their time on meaningful human connection.

Business results are just as compelling. In lead markets, this transformation has helped cut time-to-deliver by 50% and drive fill rates above 80%, while achieving customer satisfaction scores of 4.3 out of 5.

Redeployment

One of the most distinctive innovations is Adecco’s Redeployment Agent. Rather than leaving candidates to restart their search when an assignment ends, it proactively reconnects within days, captures feedback and builds a personalised profile of future opportunities. The result is a smoother transition for candidates and a stronger path to continued employment.

These agents are also changing how Adecco’s recruiters work, automating repetitive tasks such as pre-screening, shortlisting and workflow coordination, and freeing teams to focus on what matters most: building relationships with clients and candidates to make better, faster placements.

Scaling for high-volume markets

Leveraging a successful one-year experimentation phase across Latin America, Adecco is now preparing to expand its high-volume recruitment capability into additional countries, particularly in sectors that require large-scale talent deployment.

The move underlines Adecco’s view of AI as more than an efficiency tool. Instead, it’s seen as a scalable capability that can support consistent, high-quality candidate experiences and growth in markets where speed, volume and precision matter most.

Christophe Catoir, Global President and CEO, Adecco, comments: “At 1.2 million interactions, this is no longer about potential, it’s about proven impact.

“Our approach is built on talent, tech and touch: AI and human connection working together. With exclusive agents trained on an unparalleled volume of daily candidate engagements, we’re turning that belief into measurable outcomes – for clients, candidates and recruiters – without ever losing the local presence from our 3,500 branches that sets us apart.

“It shows that, when AI is designed around people, it can expand access, improve speed and deliver better results. That’s the opportunity Adecco is bringing to life at scale.”

Part of a broader AI transformation

Adecco’s AI rollout is accelerating as part of a broader business transformation. Additional agents and expansions are already scheduled over the next two months, extending Adecco’s AI-enabled recruitment model into further high-growth talent markets.

These milestones support The Adecco Group’s broader strategy to help transform recruitment through the responsible and ethical use of AI. Adecco is now translating that strategy into frontline outcomes with greater speed, scale and consistency.

About Adecco

Adecco is the leading global workforce solutions provider and part of the Adecco Group. As a trusted partner for businesses and jobseekers alike, we believe in connecting skills with rewarding opportunities while helping global and local organizations build and optimize their workforce for long-term success. We offer a full spectrum of workforce solutions for a resilient economy: Temporary and permanent placement as well as outsourcing solutions to provide ultimate flexibility for both companies and candidates. We are determined to play our part in changing the world of work for the better, providing effective solutions for making it a more diverse, inclusive place.

About The Adecco Group

The Adecco Group is the world’s leading talent and technology expertise company. Our purpose is making the future work for everyone. Through our three global business units – Adecco, Akkodis and LHH – across 60 countries, we enable sustainable and lifelong employability for individuals, deliver digital and engineering solutions to power the Smart Industry transformation and empower organizations to optimize their workforces. The Adecco Group leads by example and is committed to fostering sustainable employability and supporting resilient economies and communities. The Adecco Group AG is headquartered in Zurich, Switzerland (ISIN: CH0012138605) and listed on the SIX Swiss Exchange (ADEN).

For further information, please contact:

Adele Hawkes, SVP Global Head of Communications, Adecco
+44 (0)7522 986134
adele.hawkes@adeccogroup.com

Vietnam’s Leading Enterprise Technology Firm Establishes Singapore Gateway to Drive AI-Powered Digital Transformation Across APAC

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Luvina Software Singapore officially launches as a trusted technology partner for AI-powered transformation and enterprise modernisation across APAC


SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 18 June 2026 – After more than two decades of delivering enterprise-grade software engineering and digital transformation solutions to multinational corporations and leading Japanese enterprises, Luvina Software Singapore today officially launches its operations in Singapore, marking a significant milestone in its global growth strategy and reinforcing the Republic’s role as a regional hub for advanced technology, artificial intelligence (AI) and digital innovation.

Management, partners, and guests commemorate the official launch of Luvina Software Singapore. (Front row, second from left: Lynn Le, Director of Luvina Singapore; Ethan Lim, CEO of Luvina Software Singapore; and Le Quang Luong, Co-Founder and CEO of Luvina Software).
Management, partners, and guests commemorate the official launch of Luvina Software Singapore. (Front row, second from left: Lynn Le, Director of Luvina Singapore; Ethan Lim, CEO of Luvina Software Singapore; and Le Quang Luong, Co-Founder and CEO of Luvina Software).

Established as a strategic joint venture between Luvina Software Vietnam and Singapore-based consulting firm GleamCore, Luvina Software Singapore aims to serve as a trusted gateway for organisations seeking high-quality, scalable and cost-efficient digital transformation solutions across the Asia Pacific region and beyond. The official inauguration was commemorated in the presence of Mr Cao Xuan Thang, Commercial Counsellor and Head of the Vietnam Trade Office in Singapore, alongside other senior representatives from the Embassy of Vietnam in Singapore, including senior diplomatic and trade officials, as well as strategic partners, enterprise leaders and key stakeholders from Singapore’s technology ecosystem.

The Singapore office represents a strategic move to bridge a growing gap in the digital economy, where organisations are under mounting pressure to modernise legacy systems, adopt AI and scale technological capabilities amid rising costs and talent shortages.

As businesses worldwide accelerate digitalisation, Singapore has emerged as one of the world’s most trusted technology ecosystems and a strategic gateway between East and West, with strong global connectivity, a highly developed regulatory environment and growing leadership in AI and Smart Nation initiatives.

Luvina Software’s decision to establish a presence in Singapore comes amid growing demand for trusted technology partners capable of delivering measurable outcomes. While many businesses prioritise digital transformation, organisations continue to face barriers including high implementation costs, delivery quality consistency, fragmented technology ecosystems and shortages in specialised engineering talent.

Singapore’s investments into frontier technologies, including more than S$1 billion committed towards National AI Research & Development between 2025 and 2030, further reinforce the nation’s position as a trusted global AI hub and a launchpad for regional and international expansion.

Founded in 2004 in Hanoi, Vietnam, Luvina Software has grown into a globally trusted software engineering company with over 750 employees, 1,000+ projects delivered, and more than 110 enterprise clients worldwide across sectors including insurance, banking, healthcare, manufacturing and retail. Impressively, 95% of its clients have remained with the company for at least a decade, underscoring its longstanding reputation for consistency, quality and reliability.

Luvina Software also operates delivery centres in Hanoi, Da Nang and Ho Chi Minh City, alongside international footprints in Japan, the United States and now Singapore, enabling seamless hybrid and offshore delivery models for clients across global markets.

Its long-standing experience serving discerning Japanese corporations has shaped a delivery philosophy rooted in precision, accountability and rigorous governance, supported by globally recognised certifications including ISO 27001 and CMMI Level 3 for both Services and Development.

At the heart of Luvina Software Singapore’s proposition is a unique operating model that combines Singapore-based strategic advisory and governance with Vietnam’s large-scale engineering capability, allowing enterprises to modernise systems and accelerate innovation without compromising quality or control.

The company’s core focus areas include:

  • AI-Powered Transformation & Intelligent Solution Engineering
  • Enterprise Systems Modernisation & Managed Business Platforms
  • High-Performance Engineering Capacity Enablement

Through its AI-enabled Offshore Development Centre (ODC) model, Luvina integrates AI-assisted software engineering into software planning, coding, testing and deployment, helping organisations accelerate delivery timelines, reduce inefficiencies and improve operational scalability while maintaining strict governance and quality assurance.

Rather than merely acting as a software vendor, Luvina positions itself as a long-term transformation partner, offering end-to-end accountability from technology strategy and implementation to long-term support and optimisation.

As part of its Singapore growth strategy, Luvina Software Singapore intends to work closely with solution providers, system integrators, professional service firms, venture capital and private equity firms, as well as enterprises seeking to co-develop scalable digital products for regional and international markets.

The company has already secured momentum in the Singapore market, having acquired more than a dozen local projects, with plans to further expand its presence across Southeast Asia, Australia and Europe in subsequent phases of growth.

Among its growing portfolio of clients are Nomura Research Institute Ltd., Japan’s largest economic research, management consulting and IT systems integration firm; CRESCO Ltd., a prominent Japanese IT systems integrator and software development company; and CRESCO Vietnam Co. Ltd., the Vietnam subsidiary of the CRESCO Group providing offshore development and IT solutions for Japanese enterprises. The portfolio also included Soliton Systems K.K., a specialist in cybersecurity, identity management, and secure access technologies, reinforcing Luvina Software Singapore’s reputation as a trusted technology partner for enterprise transformation and high-performance software delivery.

Mr Le Quang Luong, Co-Founder and CEO of Luvina Software, said, “Singapore represents not only a new market for us but it’s also a strategic gateway for how we intend to co-create the future of enterprise technology across the region. As organisations face mounting pressure to modernise, adopt AI and scale with confidence, businesses do not simply need more technology vendors; they need trusted partners who can bridge strategy, execution and measurable outcomes.”

“Through Luvina Software Singapore, we bring together Singapore’s global connectivity and governance strengths, Vietnam’s engineering excellence, and Japan’s deeply rooted standards of quality and reliability to help organisations transform with greater speed, confidence and accountability. Ultimately, we are here to turn complex work into outcomes businesses can count on,” added Mr Ethan Lim, CEO of Luvina Software Singapore.

Looking ahead, Luvina Software Singapore intends to deepen its role in helping enterprises modernise legacy systems, accelerate AI adoption and co-develop scalable digital solutions that can be commercialised globally, reinforcing Singapore’s role as a strategic innovation hub for the region.

For more information, please visit: www.luvina.net

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Luvina Software Singapore

Luvina Software Singapore is the Singapore arm of Luvina Software, a Vietnam-founded enterprise software engineering and digital transformation company with more than 20 years of experience serving multinational corporations and leading Japanese enterprises. Established as a strategic gateway to the Asia Pacific market, Luvina Software Singapore provides AI-powered digital transformation, enterprise systems modernisation, cloud engineering, managed services and high-performance engineering capacity enablement.

Combining Singapore-based strategic advisory and governance with Vietnam’s engineering excellence, Luvina Software Singapore helps businesses accelerate innovation, modernise systems and scale with confidence.

Art+AI Fuels Innovation & Entrepreneurship: 2026 Next Generation Philanthropy Leadership Program Opens Recruitment

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SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 18 June 2026 – Amid the global wave of technological advancement, the next generation of young leaders is presented with unprecedented growth opportunities. As such, today’s youth must learn beyond the boundary of traditional classrooms, engage with real communities, tackle social challenges with creative thinking, and chart sustainable paths for the future of humanity. To nurture young talents and turn inspiring ideas into tangible action, the Third Next Generation Philanthropy Leadership Program is now open for applications.

Photo: Group shot of 2025 program participants at Nanyang Technological University (NTU)
Photo: Group shot of 2025 program participants at Nanyang Technological University (NTU)

Since its inception in 2024, the annual program has spent three consecutive years fostering outstanding young social innovators across Asia. The 2026 summer camp will be hosted by The University of Hong Kong (HKU) and will center on the theme “Art + AI for Social Good.” It equips participants with practical AI skills, inspires creativity through art, and encourages collaboration across disciplines and cultures. Top teams from the Creative Challenge will receive seed funding and one-on-one mentorship to further scale their projects, boosting youth-led social innovation across Hong Kong and the broader Asian region.

Representing much more than a regular summer camp, this long-term initiative empowers young people to take action and drive social entrepreneurship. The past two cohorts have gathered nearly 100 exceptional high school students from all over Asia, with around 90% of them giving overwhelmingly positive feedback on their learning experience.

“I used to believe leadership was all about individual excellence,” shared a former participant. “Working in teams taught me that true leadership lies in uniting people and moving forward together.”

The previous sessions were held at the National University of Singapore (NUS) and Nanyang Technological University (NTU), with official support from the Ministry of Culture, Community and Youth (MCCY) under the Singapore Youth Programme. Under the guidance of seasoned practitioners from government, business, academia and social sectors, participants translated creative concepts into implementable projects. Standout initiatives including Silver Sayang which dedicated to alleviating elderly loneliness, and NourishMind which leverages AI to promote mental wellness and mindfulness, have secured seed funding and ongoing incubation support, delivering lasting social value. These success stories prove that young people can make a real difference when given the right platform and resources.

Richard Buttrey, Program Director at ARM, a world-leading semiconductor IP provider affiliated with the University of Cambridge and a veteran mentor of the program, commented, “Philanthropy is not always linked to young people. While youths may lack financial means, they hold a strong sense of fairness and justice, a quality widely recognized by top academic institutions, enterprises and the whole society.”

Viswa Sadasivan, former Member of Parliament of Singapore, also spoke highly of the program. “Participants will visit renowned charitable foundations and NGOs throughout the camp. We adopt immersive, experiential learning to make growth engaging and rewarding. Joining this program marks the first step toward a lifelong journey of giving and service.”

Keeping pace with AI trends, the 2026 program will select 50 outstanding young talents for a five-day immersive learning experience in Hong Kong. Participants will attend structured entrepreneurship workshops to develop sustainable business models, turning social solutions into financially viable and long-running public welfare projects. The core highlights of this year’s program are as follows:

  • Expert-led Workshops: Hands-on training in AI creative application, leadership development, public speaking and social project design.
  • Field Visits: On-site tours of local Hong Kong communities and NGOs to gain first-hand insights into social welfare issues.
  • Art + AI Creative Challenge: Cross-team competitions for innovative social impact solutions, with seed funding awarded to winning teams.

Concurrently, a dedicated Welfare Support Scheme is also launched alongside the main program. Full sponsorship, including travel expenses and accommodations, will be provided for students from remote impoverished areas in China and disadvantaged students worldwide, including student leaders among left-behind children supported by the Maitian Project. Online courses are additionally available for youth across Asia who are passionate about philanthropy. We welcome innovative-minded high school students to join us in Hong Kong this summer, and explore boundless possibilities where technology, art and social change intersect.

Program & Application Information

  • Venue: The University of Hong Kong
  • Eligibility: Youth aged 14 to 20, including high school and university students, with a passion for innovation, entrepreneurship and social welfare
  • Scholarship: All 50 selected participants will receive full scholarships covering all course and activity fees
  • Admission: Rolling admission. Applications will close once all vacancies are filled.
  • Application Link: https://www.nextgenphilanthropy.net/register-for-the nextgen-program-2026/

Based in Singapore, Good Soil Foundation commits to empowering the next generation of young leaders. Through education, experiential learning and impact investment, it cultivates future social entrepreneurs with global vision and a strong sense of social responsibility. To learn more, please visit our official website: https://goodsoilfoundationsg.com/ or follow our social media accounts.

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New Risk-Sharing Facility Targets SME Growth, Job Creation in Laos

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Banque Franco-Lao and International Finance Corporation launched a USD10 million risk-sharing facility to expand SME financing, support business growth, and create jobs across Laos. Nicolas Pluchart, Deputy Managing Director of BFL Bred Group (left) and Thomas Jacobs, IFC Country Manager for Vietnam, Cambodia and Laos (right). Vientiane, Laos. 17 June 2026.

On 17 June, Banque Franco-Lao Ltd. (BFL Bred Group) and the International Finance Corporation (IFC) signed a new financing agreement aimed at widening access to credit for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) across Laos, targeting growth and job creation across the country.

The partnership establishes a Risk Sharing Facility (RSF) under which BFL and IFC will each contribute up to USD 5 million, creating a combined USD10 million SME loan portfolio. 

The facility is designed to extend credit to businesses that typically struggle to access formal financing, while helping BFL manage lending risk in a challenging market environment.

SMEs form the core of the Lao economy, representing 99 percent of all registered businesses and accounting for 94 percent of formal employment. Yet access to bank credit remains limited, with only 27 percent of SMEs currently able to obtain financing, a gap the new facility directly targets.

Nicolas Pluchart, Deputy Managing Director of BFL Bred Group, said the facility would allow the bank to reach entrepreneurs who drive real economic activity. 

“This risk-sharing facility strengthens our ability to safely extend capital to high-potential entrepreneurs who drive the real economy, create jobs, and support inclusive growth across Lao PDR,” he said.

Alongside the financial arrangement, IFC will provide technical assistance to strengthen BFL’s environmental and social risk management practices and support the bank in developing SME offerings for new market segments. Through the initiative, BFL has set a target to double its SME portfolio by 2028, with the expansion expected to generate both direct and indirect employment opportunities across the country.

Thomas Jacobs, IFC Country Manager for Vietnam, Cambodia and Laos, said the collaboration demonstrated how targeted de-risking tools can expand financing for underserved businesses. 

“By combining our risk-sharing facility with targeted technical assistance, we are helping a leading local bank safely double its reach,” Jacobs said. 

“Creative de-risking mechanisms can empower underserved smaller businesses, build market resilience, and generate sustainable employment.”

The transaction operates under IFC’s Small Loan Guarantee Program, backed by the International Development Association Private Sector Window Blended Finance Facility, a structure designed to scale up SME financing in fragile and low-income markets.

The IFC is the world’s largest development institution focused exclusively on the private sector in emerging markets, and a member of the World Bank Group operating in over 100 countries.

Seafood Expo Asia/Seafood Processing Asia Unveils Conference Program Addressing AI, Sustainability, the Future of Aquaculture, Consumer Trust and more

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SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 18 June 2026 – Seafood Expo Asia/Seafood Processing Asia, organized by Diversified, announces its 2026 conference program ahead of the fourteenth edition of the event, taking place 2–4 September at the Sands Expo & Convention Centre, Singapore. Free to attend to all registered visitors, this year’s program brings leading voices from the industry and across technology and policy to address the defining challenges and opportunities shaping seafood’s future across Asia and beyond.

Seafood Expo Asia/Seafood Processing Asia Conference Program
Seafood Expo Asia/Seafood Processing Asia Conference Program

Consumer Trust & Market Dynamics

A session titled Seafood in the Spotlight: Trust. Taste. Tomorrow’s Consumer will present findings from a GlobeScan bi-annual survey commissioned by the Marine Stewardship Council (MSC), tracking consumer attitudes across 20+ global markets. Fresh from its debut at Seafood Expo Global in April, the research lands in Singapore at a critical moment. Attendees will explore how rising sustainability expectations, cost-of-living pressures and shifting retail dynamics are reshaping purchasing decisions and what it takes to build durable consumer trust.

The most pressing issues facing the Asian shrimp trade will be discussed in a session around rebalancing export-dependent supply as demand and price signals shift across major markets. Amid reduced China import pull, elevated US tariffs and uneven farm output trends, these forces are already reshaping trade flows, pricing power and production planning decisions and will determine which Asian producers can protect margins and maintain market access in 2026–2027.

Innovation & Technology

A panel of industry insiders will discuss the rapid rise of recirculating aquaculture systems across the region in RAS Fish Farming: Why is Asia Leading the Way. The panel will deliver an honest assessment of real-world challenges alongside compelling results already being achieved in markets across Asia, and what this leadership position means for the future of sustainable fish production worldwide.

A session around Asia’s growing demand for seafood processing will discuss how advanced automation, productivity gains and a sharper focus on consumer trends are significantly changing the industry across Asia. Challenging market conditions are driving the industry to rethink the future of the processing environment, with innovative tools and precise systems now enabling processors to optimize resource utilization and promote sustainability to drive maximum profit. The session features Marcel Franz, Managing Director of BAADER Asia and Nils Rabe, Global Sales Director Fish at BAADER.

Eric Enno Tamm, CEO of ThisFish Inc. will map the practical and transformative applications of AI across seafood supply chains in The Definitive Guide to AI & the Tuna Value Chain. From machine learning and computer vision to generative AI and AI agents, Tamm will outline how these technologies are already reshaping operations and offer a forward-looking vision of what an AI-optimized tuna value chain could look like from boat to plate.

Food Integrity & Digital Resilience

FAO GLOBEFISH convenes a timely session on Aquatic Food Fraud: Mislabeling, Market Demand and Consumer Trust. Drawing on FAO’s recent technical paper on food fraud in the fisheries and aquaculture sector, the session will examine a problem of significant scale: up to 20% of fisheries and aquaculture products may be mislabeled globally, with fraud particularly prevalent in processed products, restaurants and catering. The session will examine how price incentives, supply chain complexity and governance gaps interact to enable fraud, and what governments, industry, retailers and standard-setting bodies are doing to address it.

The Invisible Net: Securing the Digital Integrity and Resilience of the Asian Seafood Supply Chain is a session led by the President of the Cyber Security Alliance for the Seafood Industry (CSAFI) that will discuss the emerging risk for the sector. As seafood supply chains become increasingly powered by IoT-enabled processing plants, AI-driven logistics and blockchain-backed traceability, they also become vulnerable to cyberattack. With incidents on global logistics networks rising over 900% in five years, a single breach can trigger immediate product spoilage, financial loss and reputational damage.

The session will present a 2026 roadmap for protecting operational technology, defending traceability data against digital fraud and making the business case for cybersecurity as a core ESG and trade compliance imperative.

Learn More & Register to Attend

Seafood industry professionals can learn more about Seafood Expo Asia/Seafood Processing Asia, find information on the conference program and other special events, and register to attend for free by visiting www.seafoodexpo.com/asia.

To register as media/press, please visit the press center.

Hashtag: #SEASIA26

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About Seafood Expo Asia/Seafood Processing Asia

is a trade event where buyers from across Asia and industry suppliers from around the world come together to network and conduct business in the lucrative Asian market. The event is produced by Diversified and takes place annually in Asia. SeafoodSource is the exposition’s official media covering industry news year-round.

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Diversified is a global B2B events and media company that strengthens business communities by fostering a space, in person and online, for professionals and businesses to connect and grow. The company serves as a trusted partner across several industries including active lifestyle, business management, clean energy, commercial marine, healthcare, seafood, technology and more. The company’s global seafood portfolio of expositions and media includes Seafood Expo North America/Seafood Processing North America, Seafood Expo Global/Seafood Processing Global, Seafood Expo Asia/Seafood Processing Asia and SeafoodSource.com. Established in 1949 and headquartered in Portland, Maine, the global company has divisions and offices around the world in Australia, Canada, Hong Kong and the United Kingdom. Diversified is a third-generation, family-owned business. For more information, visit: .

SK hynix Ships Samples of 12-Layer Next-Gen ‘HBM4E’

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–     Delivers 12-high HBM4E samples to major customers
–     Achieves a maximum speed of 16Gbps per pin with improvements in both performance and efficiency
–     Utilizes Advanced MR-MUF, reducing heat resistance by 17% while improving stability
–     SK hynix strengthens its AI leadership with HBM4E based on its market-leading technological capabilities and manufacturing expertise… delivering the value needed in the market

SEOUL, South Korea, June 18, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — SK hynix Inc. (or “the company”, www.skhynix.com) announced today that it has shipped samples of HBM4E, a next-generation DRAM for AI, to major customers.


“The company was able to deliver samples of the 12-stack HBM4E on schedule thanks to its advanced HBM development and production expertise for HBM,” said SK hynix, adding that “We will work closely with partners for mass production in a timely manner.”

The 12-layer HBM4E shows improvements in both performance and power efficiency. The product features a maximum data processing speed of 16Gbps per pin and power efficiency that is up more than 20 percent from previous models. These enhancements improve data processing capabilities for AI training and inference.

The HBM4E reduces data transfer latency through its latest interface and design optimization while maintaining stable operation in high-bandwidth environments. This enables customers to increase efficiency in processing data for AI data centers and large-scale computing systems.

SK hynix utilizes Advanced MR-MUF1 technology for HBM4E products to achieve a 48GB capacity in a 12-layer stack while ensuring structural stability. In particular, the company has also improved heat resistance by 17 percent, compared to the preceding HBM4, enabling stable operation of memory chips in high-performance computing environments.

1MR-MUF (Mass Reflow Molded Underfill): A process used for stacking semiconductors by injecting liquid protective materials between chips to protect circuits.

SK hynix has successfully supplied optimized memory solutions to customers based on its expertise in the mass production and supply of HBM3, HBM3E, and HBM4. Leveraging its market-proven product reliability and supply capabilities, the company will support the development of next-generation infrastructure while helping address AI system bottlenecks.

“SK hynix has laid the foundation to strengthen its AI leadership with HBM4E based on its market-leading technological capabilities and manufacturing expertise,” said Ahn Hyun, President and Chief Development Officer, adding, “Through close collaboration with our partners, we will deliver the value needed in the market while reinforcing our technology leadership as a full-stack AI memory creator.”

About SK hynix Inc.

SK hynix Inc., headquartered in Korea, is the world’s top-tier semiconductor supplier offering Dynamic Random Access Memory chips (“DRAM”) and flash memory chips (“NAND flash”) for a wide range of distinguished customers globally. The Company’s shares are traded on the Korea Exchange, and the Global Depository shares are listed on the Luxembourg Stock Exchange. Further information about SK hynix is available at www.skhynix.com, news.skhynix.com.


Chinese Short Drama The Lady from the Northeast Season 2 Gains Popularity in Malaysia, Showcasing Compelling Sino-Malaysian Cultural Exchanges

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KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia, June 18, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Recently, The Lady from the Northeast Season 2, produced by China’s leading short drama label Heard Island, has officially premiered. The series continues the cross-border love story between Qian Xiaohui, a girl from Northeast China, and Zhou Hexuan, the son of a wealthy Malaysian family, that began in the first season. This drama series is the first vertical-screen short drama deeply connected to Malaysia, featuring many authentic Malaysian details. Moreover, the male lead is played by Malaysian actor Kevin Ye!


The first season of The Lady from the Northeast achieved over 3 billion views in its first month of release, won the International Communication Award at the Macau International Short Drama Festival, and lead actor Kevin received the Most Promising Star Award. Within five days of its premiere, the second season has already surpassed 100 million in popularity index and 1 billion views in China, while also sparking heated discussions on overseas platforms including YouTube, TikTok, and FlickReels.


The Lady from the Northeast Season 2 revolves around Xiaohui bringing Hexuan and his entire family back to Northeast China for their wedding. The cultural differences between China and Malaysia are transformed into dense dramatic moments, creating numerous hilarious scenes. A Malaysian mother-in-law walks out of Shenyang Airport wearing a mink coat, sweating profusely from the heat; at the morning market, she goes from disliking the oily and salty snacks to completely falling in love with them, even wanting to poach the breakfast stall owner with a million-dollar annual salary. These plots have successfully sparked curiosity among many Malaysian viewers about Northeast China—their top desire is to go to Northeast China for a hot iron pot stew, and also experience the legendary public bath scrubbing.


The The Lady from the Northeast series skillfully incorporates numerous Malaysian cultural details, allowing local audiences to see reflections of their own lives through laughter, triggering widespread emotional resonance and cultural identity. For example, the male lead walks barefoot as soon as he enters the house, and offers the female lead uniquely Malaysian snacks and teh tarik. In the first season, the “lo hei” yusheng ceremony during Chinese New Year for Malaysian Chinese, as well as the exquisite and elegant traditional Nyonya clothing, also gave Chinese audiences a genuine appreciation for the unique charm of Nanyang Chinese culture.

Malaysian actor Kevin (Ye Wen) stands out with his relaxed and natural acting skills. During filming, he actively learned Northeast Chinese dialect, effortlessly saying phrases like “gan ha ne” (what are you doing). Hong Kong TVB veteran actress Michelle Ye plays the Malaysian mother-in-law, who transforms from a dignified wealthy matriarch to someone who learns to steam buns and sew cotton pants—the mother-son affection she portrays deeply moves both Malaysian audiences and Chinese viewers. This drama uses the bond of family affection to transcend regional differences, setting an excellent benchmark for cross-cultural exchange and cooperation in film and television between China and Malaysia.

The drama was filmed entirely on location in Shenyang. The rich Northeast Chinese charm has sparked strong curiosity among overseas audiences about iron pot stew, morning markets, and public bath scrubbing. Many Malaysian viewers are already eagerly calling for the next season: “Come film in Malaysia!” “We want to see Xiaohui open an iron pot stew chain in Malaysia!”

 

Sieyuan Electric Advances the Development of Renewable-dominated Power Systems Through Integrated Energy Solutions

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SHANGHAI, June 18, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — As the global energy transition accelerates, power systems are evolving rapidly to accommodate increasing shares of renewable energy, growing electrification and rising demand for flexibility and resilience. Energy storage, digital intelligence and advanced grid technologies are becoming essential to building a more sustainable energy future.

During SNEC 2026, Sieyuan Electric presented its latest innovations and integrated solutions for the Renewable-dominated Power System, highlighting how energy storage, grid-forming technologies, intelligent power infrastructure and digital asset management can work together to support the modernization of power systems worldwide.

Energy storage was a key focus of the exhibition. Leveraging capabilities across battery systems, power electronics, intelligent control and system integration, Sieyuan demonstrated solutions designed to enhance renewable energy integration, improve grid flexibility and strengthen system stability. Supported by integrated capabilities covering battery systems, PCS, EMS, substations and grid connection technologies, the company is able to deliver end-to-end solutions across the entire energy value chain.

Beyond energy storage, Sieyuan showcased a broad portfolio spanning power transmission and distribution, intelligent substations, microgrids, environmentally friendly power equipment and digital monitoring technologies. Together, these capabilities reflect the company’s commitment to supporting the decarbonization, digitalization and long-term reliability of modern power infrastructure.

“Power systems are entering a new era shaped by renewable energy, energy storage and digital technologies,” said Zhang Shaobo, Assistant General Manager of Sieyuan Electric. “Drawing on more than three decades of experience in the power industry, we are committed to delivering integrated solutions that help customers build more flexible, resilient and sustainable energy systems. Through continuous innovation, we will continue to support the global transition toward a cleaner energy future.”

Unlike many specialized suppliers, Sieyuan combines expertise across generation, transmission, distribution, utilization and storage, enabling customers to accelerate the deployment of next-generation power systems through a single trusted partner.

With expertise spanning power transmission and distribution, energy storage, power electronics and intelligent asset management, Sieyuan continues to provide end-to-end solutions for utilities, renewable energy developers, industrial customers and infrastructure operators worldwide.

About Sieyuan Electric
Sieyuan Electric is a listed company specializing in power technology, equipment manufacturing and engineering services. Guided by its mission of “Smarter Power, Better Life,” the company provides integrated solutions spanning power transmission and distribution, energy storage, power electronics and intelligent asset management, helping build safer, smarter and more sustainable power systems worldwide.

Global visitors gathered at Sieyuan Electric’s booth during SNEC 2026 to explore integrated solutions for renewable-dominated power systems.
Global visitors gathered at Sieyuan Electric’s booth during SNEC 2026 to explore integrated solutions for renewable-dominated power systems.

Sieyuan Electric demonstrated how energy storage, intelligent grids and digital technologies can work together to support the energy transition.
Sieyuan Electric demonstrated how energy storage, intelligent grids and digital technologies can work together to support the energy transition.

Technical presentations highlighted Sieyuan’s latest innovations in grid-forming energy storage, power electronics and next-generation power infrastructure.
Technical presentations highlighted Sieyuan’s latest innovations in grid-forming energy storage, power electronics and next-generation power infrastructure.

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