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China Daren Group Limited Announces Strategic Foray into Computing Power Industry

HONG KONG, Oct. 24, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — China Daren Group Limited (“Daren”), a subsidiary of MBV International Limited (01957.HK), announced that it will actively transform towards the advanced technology industry, striving to build the company into a high-quality high-tech enterprise with obvious core business advantages and outstanding profitability. The company is targeting the continuously exploding global computing power industry, actively exploring the computing power industry, and making it the company’s core business in the future.

Daren is a Hong Kong company, and its geographical advantage makes it a key hub connecting mainland China business and international markets. Currently, the company is in talks with multiple partner companies to accelerate the development of its computing power business.

Daren will operate its computing power business according to the following business models starting from December:

  1. AI Computing Centers — Targeting enterprises and institutions with sustained high demand for computing power, Daren will collaborate with investors to develop and operate AI computing centers. These centers will provide long-term computing services, balancing investor returns with reliable computational supply.
    Services include full-stack solutions for large-scale model training, model development, fine-tuning, inference, and the implementation of generative AI applications. The company will also engage ecosystem partners and clients to foster a collaborative AI computing community.
  2. AI Models — Daren will deliver customized multi-modal enterprise AI assistants by integrating large AI models with clients’ internal data and industry-specific datasets. These tailored solutions are designed for organizations with clear application scenarios seeking intelligent upgrades.
  3. Managed Services — For existing AI computing center clients, Daren will offer manufacturer-grade maintenance and operational support. The services aim to reduce total cost of ownership, enhance operational efficiency, and maximize the value of computing infrastructure.

Actively expanding into the computing power industry demonstrates Daren’s determination to practice its global strategy. In the future, Daren will continuously connect with partners to establish an AI computing power industry service ecosystem and jointly launch the most cutting-edge AI intelligent solutions with global partners.

China Brings Connected Vehicles to Life in Shanghai: Advancing C-V2X Deployment including 5G-Advanced

SHANGHAI, Oct. 24, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — In Jiading, Shanghai, the 5G Automotive Association (5GAA) and Shanghai International Automobile City (SIAC) co-hosted the “C-V2X Implementation in China and International Cooperation” Conference. The full-day event brought together global experts for high-level strategic discussions and live demonstrations, highlighting China’s rapid progress in C-V2X innovation while fostering dialogue across the international connected mobility ecosystem and showcasing the capabilities powered by 5G-Advanced (5G-A)

“The Shanghai conference and demonstrations highlighted China’s proactive role in advancing C-V2X technologies. It is particularly significant as it showcases leadership and innovation that drive progress across the entire global ecosystem,” said 5GAA Director General Christof Schmidt.

Attendees witnessed live demonstrations of cutting-edge C-V2X technologies. China IMT-2020(5G)Promotion Group C-V2X Working Group and SIAC presented the “Four Layers Demonstrations”, which included scenarios such as sudden cut-outs by preceding vehicles, work-zone alerts, and connected-assisted driving. These tests highlighted how advanced onboard units can receive real-time data from multiple vehicles ahead, enabling rapid adjustments and improving safety. Additionally, demonstrations also showcased how C-V2X enhances vehicle awareness under challenging weather conditions.

In parallel, SIAC, AUMOVIO and China Unicom showcased C-V2X vehicle networking applications based on 5G-A network. Leveraging the 5G-A network, cross-operator real-time sensor information sharing between vehicles and on-demand information distribution between vehicles and infrastructure are achieved. The system supports typical application scenarios such as front-object detection, blind spot communication, and emergency collaboration. With end-to-end latency below 30ms, it meets the stringent low latency and high reliability requirements of C-V2X applications.

“We are honoured to co-host this international forum with 5GAA,” said Gang Chen, Chairman of Shanghai International Automobile City. “As China’s first national pilot zone for intelligent and connected vehicles, SIAC is actively contributing China’s practical experience and fostering global industrial synergy through our deep involvement in prestigious international organisations such as 5GAA and VDA. We are committed to building an open, integrated, and globally influential industrial ecosystem, accelerating the alignment and mutual recognition of Chinese solutions with international standards, and sharing ‘China’s Wisdom’ and the ‘Shanghai Model’ with the world. We look forward to joining hands with global partners in pioneering a new chapter for intelligent and connected mobility,” he said.

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Myanmar Scam Center Raid Sends Hundreds Fleeing to Thailand

Myanmar Scam Center Raid Sends Hundreds Fleeing to Thailand
This screengrab from Thai PBS video footage taken on October 22, 2025 and received by AFPTV on October 23, 2025 shows Thai soldiers keeping watch as people, believed to have crossed over to Thailand from Myanmar after escaping from scam centres, board a vehicle in Mae Sot. (photo credit: AFP PHOTO / THAI PBS VIA AFPTV)

More than 600 people fled one of Myanmar’s most notorious scam centers and crossed into Thailand, a Thai provincial official told AFP on 24 October, after a military raid on the compound.

Apical Awarded ESGBusiness Award for Sustainable Supply Chain Partnership

SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 24 October 2025 – Apical was awarded the Sustainable Supply Chain Partnership Award – Singapore at the ESGBusiness Awards 2025 in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. The honour recognises Apical’s leadership in building a responsible, deforestation-free palm oil sourcing model that supports inclusive growth across its value chain.

The award highlights Apical2030, the company’s long-term sustainability strategy, built on four pillars: Transformative Partnerships, Climate Action, Green Innovation, and Inclusive Progress. Guided by Apical’s “5Cs” philosophy of doing good for the Community, Country, Climate, Customer, and Company, the strategy aligns with nine United Nations Sustainable Development Goals.

“This award underscores Apical’s commitment to a fully traceable, responsible supply chain that delivers shared value for our partners and the communities where we operate,” said Tor Mooi See, Head of Sustainability at Apical. “Guided by our Apical2030, we work closely with our suppliers and industry stakeholders to advance lasting, deforestation-free growth.”

The ESGBusiness Awards celebrate environmental, social, and governance (ESG) excellence across Asia. Winners are evaluated on three key criteria:

  • Innovation – how a project introduces new ideas or technology
  • Impact – the measurable environmental and social benefits achieved
  • Dynamism – the ability to adjust to changing conditions and inspire replication

Apical impressed judges on all three fronts. The company requires every supplier to follow its Sustainability, Human Rights, and Sourcing policies, which are regularly updated to meet evolving best practices. Through its A-SIMPLE risk-assessment process, Apical identifies environmental, social, and legal risks and works directly with suppliers to resolve them.

To strengthen compliance with traceability and its No Deforestation, No Peat, No Exploitation (NDPE) requirements, Apical runs key initiatives such as the Mill Prioritisation Programme, Priority Supplier Engagement Programme, and Traceability Outreach Programme. It also co-developed the NDPE Implementation Reporting Framework, which is now widely adopted across the industry to improve monitoring and accountability.

Beyond its own operations, Apical partners with leading certification bodies and industry groups to advance sector-wide sustainability standards. These include the Roundtable on Sustainable Palm Oil (RSPO), International Sustainability and Carbon Certification (ISCC), and the Palm Oil Collaboration Group (POCG).

Apical also invests in smallholder empowerment. Its SMILE programme – created with Kao Corporation and Asian Agri – supports 5,000 independent smallholders in North Sumatra, Riau, and Jambi with training in sustainable farming and reduced herbicide use. Meanwhile, Sustainable Living Village initiatives in Aceh Singkil and East Kutai promote alternative livelihoods such as honey and cacao cultivation alongside forest conservation.

“While Apical welcomes this recognition, our commitment to sustainability is driven foremost by a pursuit of continuous improvement. We view external awards not as endpoints, but as affirmation of progress, motivating us to further strengthen policies and practices across the supply chain to meet rising environmental and social expectations,” said Tor.
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About Apical

Apical is a leading vegetable oil processor with an expanding global footprint. Our vertically integrated mid-stream refining and value-added downstream processing makes us an integral supplier that supports the needs of various industries namely food, feed, oleochemicals and renewable fuel, including sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) which enables a great reduction of CO2 emissions.

With integrated assets in strategic locations spanning Indonesia, China and Spain, Apical operates numerous refineries, oleochemical plants, renewable fuel plants and kernel crushing plants. Through joint ventures and strategic partnerships, Apical also has processing and distribution operations in Brazil, India, Pakistan, Philippines, Middle East, Africa, USA and Vietnam.

Apical’s growth is built on the foundations of sustainability and transparency, and motivated by our strong belief that we can contribute to a circular economy for a more meaningful impact, even as we continue to grow our business and deliver innovative solutions to our customers.

LRQA Wraps Up Strategic Roundtable in Vietnam: Unlocking the Future of Food Safety & Sustainability

HO CHI MINH CITY, Vietnam, Oct. 24, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — LRQA convened key voices from Vietnam’s food industry at its roundtable event, ‘Unlock the Future of Food Safety & Sustainability’, held in Ho Chi Minh City. The event served as a dynamic platform for collaboration, insight-sharing, and strategic thinking around the future of food safety, ESG assurance, and responsible sourcing.

LRQA Wraps Up Strategic Roundtable in Vietnam: Unlocking the Future of Food Safety & Sustainability
LRQA Wraps Up Strategic Roundtable in Vietnam: Unlocking the Future of Food Safety & Sustainability

With a packed room of industry professionals, the roundtable featured expert-led discussions and practical insights that aligned closely with LRQA’s mission to help businesses build trust, manage risk, and drive sustainable transformation.

The event’s core themes included:

  • FSSC 22000 Version 6 – Understanding the latest updates and global certification trends
  • Vietnam CSR Insights – Navigating Audit Trends, Violations & Legal Risks
  • Carbon Footprint – Prioritizing Carbon Footprint in the Food Sector
  • ERSA (Environmental and Responsible Sourcing Assessment) – Building transparency and trust across food supply chains

“It is a privilege to be here in Vietnam, a country that has become one of Asia’s most dynamic growth stories,” said Kit Wong, Business Director, Southeast Asia, LRQA. “At LRQA, our role is to help you manage risk, seize opportunities, and secure competitive advantage. From certification and cyber to sustainability and supply chains, we connect the dots to keep you one step ahead. And in Vietnam, the dots we need to connect are clear: food safety, sustainability, energy transition, and resilient supply chains.“

The event also featured contributions from Fotis Kampouris, Executive Vice President – Asia Pacific, LRQA, alongside local experts who shared actionable strategies for advancing food safety and sustainability in Vietnam.

Through this event, LRQA reaffirmed its commitment to supporting Vietnam’s food industry with assurance solutions that enable safer practices, stronger compliance, and long-term sustainable growth.

About LRQA

LRQA is a leading global assurance provider bringing together expertise in brand assurance, certification, cybersecurity, inspection, and training – to help its customers negotiate a rapidly changing world. Operating in more than 120 countries and recognised by over 30 accreditation bodies worldwide, LRQA covers almost every sector, helping customers around the world to manage risk.

For more details, visit https://www.lrqa.com/ 

For further information, please contact:

Hasan Surve
Regional Marketing Manager – APAC, LRQA
hasan.surve@lrqa.com 

 

AIPro Revolutionizes Public and Industrial Safety with “AI-BOX” — High-Precision Video Analytics Without CCTV Replacement

SEOUL, South Korea, Oct. 24, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — AI deep learning company AIPro is drawing attention in the industrial and public safety sectors with its proprietary “AI-BOX” solution.

The technology enables high-precision video analytics using existing CCTV infrastructure — without equipment replacement — significantly reducing costs and improving on-site response efficiency. It presents a new paradigm for intelligent safety management.

Founded by a professor from Sungkyunkwan University’s Department of Computer Education, AI PRO is a deep learning venture specializing in AI vision analysis.

Through its in-house Intelligent Vision Research Center, the company develops various AI-based video recognition solutions, including object detection, fire/smoke detection, crowd analysis, night vision enhancement, and super-resolution (SR) technologies.

The company’s flagship product, AI-BOX, stands out for its compatibility with existing CCTV systems.

It performs advanced real-time video analytics — including object recognition, fire and smoke detection, and low-light visibility enhancement — without the need to replace existing cameras, drastically lowering installation and operational costs.

By applying low-power AI architecture, AI PRO minimizes energy consumption while maintaining high performance, aligning with the Korean government’s eco-friendly and smart safety initiatives.

The technology has already proven its effectiveness through real-world deployments, including a pilot project at Korea Hydro & Nuclear Power (KHNP), a fire detection contract with the Korea Asset Management Corporation (KAMCO), and selection as an innovative procurement product by the Public Procurement Service (PPS).

AIPro showcased the latest features of AI-BOX at the 2025 Korea International Safety & Security Expo (KINTEX, September) and the 2025 International Security Industry Exhibition (Songdo Convensia, October).

The company plans to accelerate business expansion in the public safety market and continue developing AI-driven solutions that enhance safety, efficiency, and sustainability across industries.

KW Cosmetic Launches “Centella Rescue Spot Ampoule” — Strengthening Its Derma Line for Problem Skin

SEOUL, South Korea, Oct. 24, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — K-beauty brand SkinGuhari, operated by KW Cosmetic, has officially launched its new product, the “Centella Rescue Spot Ampoule,” while renewing its flagship “Revive Therapy” skincare line.

Guided by the brand philosophy “The beginning of salvation toward perfect skin,” SkinGuhari focuses on developing low-irritation formulas designed for acne-prone, sensitive, and atopic skin.

The new Centella Rescue Spot Ampoule contains Centella Asiatica extract, Campanula callus extract, and a 3GF complex (EGF, IGF-1, bFGF), offering intensive soothing, regeneration, and scar-improving benefits.

Meanwhile, the renewed Revive Therapy line features plant-derived PDRN extracted from Icheon rice, combined with patented ingredients to enhance skin barrier strength, hydration, and calming effects.

KW Cosmetic has secured official product approvals in Japan and Vietnam, and is expanding its global presence through participation in major beauty exhibitions and live commerce platforms such as Naver Shopping Live, Grip, and Shopee Live.

A KW Cosmetic spokesperson said, “Our goal is to become a genuine solution brand that helps people struggling with skin concerns by restoring the skin’s natural strength and balance.”

STWO Launches New Functional Cosmeceutical and Health Supplement Lines — “Democratizing Professional Quality”

SEOUL, South Korea, Oct. 24, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Innovative beauty and wellness company STWO Co., Ltd. has announced a major brand renewal and product expansion, unveiling new lines of functional cosmeceuticals and premium health supplements. With these launches, STWO aims to make “professional-grade quality” accessible to everyday consumers through high-performance products at reasonable prices.

More than just a beauty brand, STWO is a comprehensive brand company that oversees research, manufacturing, distribution, and global trade. Guided by its core philosophy of “Essential Value,” the company focuses on developing “Why Needs” products — solutions designed not merely for consumption, but to meaningfully improve consumers’ quality of life.

At the heart of this launch is the “High-Performance” skincare line, specifically formulated for sensitive and troubled skin. The lineup begins with two spicule-based cleansing foams that target skin concerns, followed by mists, serums, ampoules, and modeling masks, completing a seven-product “True Solution” series designed for comprehensive skin care.

In the healthcare category, STWO will introduce a premium probiotic supplement co-developed with Boryung Pharmaceutical, a leader in Korea’s pharmaceutical industry. This product is designed to enhance both inner beauty and gut health, providing a wellness solution tailored to the balanced lifestyle of Asian consumers.

Through this renewal, STWO has broadened accessibility to professional-grade products. Previously available mainly in esthetic clinics and skincare centers, its products will now be offered directly to consumers through a more affordable pricing structure and expanded retail channels.

In several Southeast Asian markets, STWO products have already gained recognition and are even available in select pharmacies, signaling strong momentum for global expansion.

A spokesperson for STWO commented, “This launch marks the beginning of our mission to ‘democratize quality.’ We’re committed to delivering premium care solutions that seamlessly integrate into consumers’ daily routines through customer-driven research and innovation.”

Looking ahead, STWO plans to continue introducing lifestyle-focused solutions that balance premium quality and fair pricing. The company also intends to allocate a portion of its profits to corporate social responsibility (CSR) initiatives and product sponsorship programs, helping more consumers experience the benefits of premium skincare and health solutions. Through these efforts, STWO aims to grow as a “Value-Sharing Company” that promotes sustainable well-being across Asia and beyond.