SINGAPORE, Oct. 2, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Toku, Asia Pacific’s leading AI-powered 360° customer experience (CX) platform, today announced its official entry into the Latin American market through a landmark partnership with PedidosYa, the region’s leading food delivery platform.

As part of this strategic collaboration, PedidosYa has successfully deployed Toku’s enterprise-grade Contact Centre solution across its customer service operations in Colombia, Peru, Paraguay, and Uruguay. Supporting more than 1,400 agents, the solution now enables millions of customer interactions across all 15 Spanish-speaking countries where PedidosYa operates, bringing greater speed, consistency, and efficiency to its service delivery.

Driving Seamless Customer Engagement at Scale

With the platform now live, PedidosYa is elevating its CX capabilities through faster resolutions, more consistent agent experiences, and the flexibility to scale operations without compromising service quality. 

“The Toku team worked closely with us and demonstrated a deep commitment to customer centricity. We selected them for their track record in regulated markets and their ability to offer solutions designed for regional complexity, integrated with our systems to amplify the impact on our operations,” said Esteban Branciari, Operations Director of PedidosYa. “The new platform is already improving the quality of support we offer our users across the region.”

A Strategic Expansion Beyond APAC

Toku’s entry into Latin America validates a strategic alignment with the company’s proven strengths. Both South America and Asia Pacific share similar challenges with fragmented infrastructure, diverse regulations, and complex multi-country operations. Having mastered these realities first in APAC, Toku’s composable platform architecture thrives in equally diverse and complex environments.

“Expanding into Latin America through our partnership with PedidosYa marks a defining moment for Toku,” said Thomas Laboulle, Founder and CEO of Toku. “Our APAC-first approach has prepared us to excel with the same regulatory, infrastructural, and cultural complexities present in Latin America. This alignment demonstrates why complexity is our competitive moat: we deliver exceptional value in markets that global incumbents often find too difficult to navigate, turning their barriers into our opportunities.”

With omnichannel capabilities, real-time analytics, and a unified agent interface, the 360° CX platform delivers high-performance service experiences across borders and business models. From Asia Pacific to Latin America, Toku continues to empower organisations to streamline customer engagement while excelling in complex, multi-market environments.

About Toku

Headquartered in Singapore, Toku empowers enterprises to elevate customer experiences with innovative, cloud-based communications and engagement solutions. Leveraging its expertise in the APAC region and an expanding global reach, Toku’s modular 360° CX platform features an Integrated Contact Centre, Programmable APIs, and Generative AI capabilities, including transcription, summarisation, conversation analytics, and virtual agents. Designed to integrate seamlessly with customer data and business processes, Toku’s solutions streamline interactions and drive scalable growth. Trusted by leading brands, Toku helps organisations achieve optimised outcomes and deepen customer relationships. 

For more information, visit toku.co 

HEFEI, China, Oct. 2, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Reported by Hefei Daily:

On September 28, the curtain rose at the Anhui Baixi Theatre for the opening of Operas Gathering in Anhui • Stars Shining in Hefei, a sweeping celebration of traditional Chinese opera that unites many of the nation’s most acclaimed performers on one stage. The launch ceremony featured provincial leaders, including Liang Yanshun, Secretary of the CPC Anhui Provincial Committee, who formally opened the event. Among those in attendance were Governor Wang Qingxian, Provincial CPPCC Chairman Tang Liangzhi, and other officials. Fei Gaoyun, Secretary of the CPC Hefei Municipal Committee, and Li Xin, Secretary of the Secretariat of the China Federation of Literary and Art Circles, both offered opening remarks. 

Six masters of Chinese opera—each a recipient of the prestigious Plum Blossom Award—stood together to read the Artists’ Declaration. Yu Lan, Yang Fengyi, Feng Yuping, Wang Quanzhen, Cai Zhefei, and Han Zaifen, representing the traditions of Peking Opera, Kunqu, Pingju, Yu Opera, Yue Opera, and Huangmei Opera, were named “Chinese Opera Heritage Promotion Ambassadors.” Their collective presence lent the evening the feeling of a grand ensemble cast reunion, steeped in artistry and reverence for the craft. The program continued with a series of classic excerpts performed by leading artists from Kunqu, Yu, Huangmei, and other opera forms—an homage to the breadth and endurance of China’s theatrical traditions.

Beyond the main stage, audiences could immerse themselves in a visual narrative of theater history through an exhibition devoted to stage art. Divided into three sections—”Theatrical Costume Culture,” “Theatrical Cultural and Creative Products,” and “Stage Models from the National Academy of Chinese Theatre Arts”—the exhibit offered a curated journey through the aesthetics, craftsmanship, and design that have shaped Chinese opera through the ages.…

The celebration marks the beginning of a cultural season that will extend through the Lunar New Year, featuring hundreds of public performances by leading troupes and artists, as well as a spotlight on Anhui’s local operatic forms and the televised Stars Shining in Hefei gala.

More than a festival, Operas Gathering in Anhui • Stars Shining in Hefei functions as a vibrant cultural platform—one that intertwines national heritage with Hefei’s evolving urban character. In doing so, it exemplifies the growing intersection of art and city life, where performance and place enrich each other. The event underscores how culture, when brought to the forefront of civic identity, can energize local economies while reaffirming the city’s standing as a hub of artistic expression.

In the news release, LG Innotek Accelerates Recruitment of Optical Talent in Vietnam, issued 02-Oct-2025 by LG Innotek over PR Newswire, we are advised by the company that the last paragraph should read “Lee Dong-hoon, CHO, stated, “The Vietnam subsidiary will serve as a key strategic base for LG Innotek’s global growth, playing a crucial role in driving sustainable development. Through this recruitment program, we aim to identify outstanding talent in Vietnam and further strengthen LG Innotek’s business competitiveness.”” rather than “CHO Lee Dong-hoon stated, “Building on this event in Vietnam, we plan to expand our local talent recruitment efforts to other overseas subsidiaries. Through diverse and innovative hiring initiatives aimed at attracting exceptional personnel who will drive our future growth, LG Innotek will enhance its global competitiveness and continue delivering differentiated value to our customers.”” as originally issued inadvertently. The complete, corrected release follows:

LG Innotek Accelerates Recruitment of Optical Talent in Vietnam

• Hosted the first OPTECHCON event in Vietnam, inviting local science and engineering talent.
• Pursuing dual production site strategy to internalize product development and manufacturing in both Vietnam and Korea.

SEOUL, South Korea and HAIPHONG, Vietnam, Oct. 2, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — LG Innotek (CEO Moon Hyuksoo, 011070) announced on October 2 that it had hosted OPTECHCON (Optics Tech Conference) at its subsidiary in Haiphong, Vietnam, aimed at attracting top talent in the optical R&D sector.

First launched in 2023, OPTECHCON is a signature initiative of LG Innotek designed to engage and recruit promising researchers and engineers in the field of optics. The event aims to proactively secure outstanding graduates who can contribute to optical technology advancement and cutting-edge innovation.

This marks the first time OPTECHCON has been hosted by an LG Innotek overseas subsidiary. An LG Innotek official explained, “We organized this event in Vietnam to further strengthen our optical solutions business following the completion of our new Vietnamese plant as well as actively recruit outstanding R&D talent who will contribute to advancing our technological capabilities.” 

A total of 80 people participated in the OPTECHCON event, including students and faculty members from leading universities in central and northern Vietnam, such as Vietnam National University (VNU), Hanoi University of Science and Technology (HUST), University of Danang, and Hue University.

LG Innotek’s leadership team, including CTO S. David Roh(Senior vice president) and CHO Lee Dong-hoon(vice president), visited Vietnam to present to prospective talent the company’s industry-leading optical solutions, vision for innovation, and corporate culture.

Local staff at LG Innotek’s Vietnamese subsidiary shared insights into their projects and R&D experiences, engaging actively with the talented students invited to the event.

The event was also attended by Honorary Professor Park Seung Han, former Executive Vice President for Research Affairs at Yonsei University and the 28th president of the Optical Society of Korea. He delivered a lecture on the current trends in and future prospects of optical technology.

Team leader Đỗ Đình Hùng, who joined the company in 2018, said, “This is a rare opportunity to build a development career at a world-class optical solutions company in Vietnam. While working hard alongside colleagues who share the vision of strengthening LG Innotek’s leadership in the global camera module market, I have grown both professionally and personally.”

Nguyễn Phương Anh, a third-year student at Hanoi University of Science and Technology who attended the event, said, “It was very meaningful to hear about the current trends in technology from various optics experts. The lectures, product exhibitions, and research center tour allowed me to experience LG Innotek’s technology and organizational culture and helped me envision my future career with the company.”

Meanwhile, LG Innotek has completed the capacity expansion at its new V3 plant in Haiphong, Vietnam, covering 150,000m², and has commenced operations there. With the V3 plant now online, the company’s production capacity in Vietnam has more than doubled.

LG Innotek has implemented a dual production site strategy in Korea and Vietnam to internalize the entire process from the development to the production of its optical products. This approach aims to accelerate improvements in cost competitiveness in the optical solutions market.

Lee Dong-hoon, CHO, stated, “The Vietnam subsidiary will serve as a key strategic base for LG Innotek’s global growth, playing a crucial role in driving sustainable development. Through this recruitment program, we aim to identify outstanding talent in Vietnam and further strengthen LG Innotek’s business competitiveness.”

• Bold new developments announced, and milestones reached
• Multi-million-euro partnership with ION Group for an R&D Innovation Campus
• East Village, a new Ellinikon neighborhood launched

ATHENS, Greece, Oct. 2, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — The Ellinikon, Europe’s biggest urban regeneration project, is moving forward at full speed. With construction now underway across more than 40 active sites involving approx. 3.000 workers and 18 leading contractors, LAMDA Development is delivering major milestones across its visionary master plan on the Athenian Riviera.

The Creation of a European Hub for AI and Digitalization

On August 28th, LAMDA Development accepted a binding offer from ION Group, a leading global financial technology company, for the acquisition of land within The Ellinikon to develop a Global R&D and Innovation Campus co-locating around 2,000 professionals from 44 countries.

The Campus, to be developed by ION Group across two distinct neighborhoods, will have a maximum buildable area of approximately 250,000 sqm. It will feature at least 50,000 sqm of office and collaboration space, a 1,000-seat auditorium designed to host international events, and up to 200,000 sqm of residential developments to accommodate ION Group’s professionals.

This landmark partnership marks the launch of The Ellinikon Business District, the final component of the project’s masterplan, and firmly positions The Ellinikon as a European hub for AI and digitalization.

Next-Generation Smart City Welcomes The University of Nicosia

Another milestone announcement made in support of The Ellinikon’s smart city ambitions is the decision made by The University of Nicosia to open their first university campus in Greece.

UNIC Athens will be an emblematic integrated university campus operating within The Ellinikon and 75,000 sqm. of buildable space has been reserved to create a campus for academics, research, and student residences enabled by AI, robotics, and wellness technologies.

The subsequent phases of the UNIC Athens campus within The Ellinikon project are targeted for completion in 2028 and 2031, respectively.

Residential Developments Reach New Heights

The residential pipeline at The Ellinikon continues to advance rapidly. Riviera Tower, Greece’s first skyscraper and tallest building, has now reached 30 floors, moving past the halfway point toward its final height of 200 meters. Once complete, the 50-story tower will house 173 residences and stand as the tallest residential skyscraper in the Mediterranean.

Momentum continues across the residential portfolio, with the launch of the tenth residential offering at The Ellinikon, Skyline Havens, a new collection of 150 refined residences. Ideally situated on the eastern side of the project, close to the Commercial Hub and Elliniko Metro Station, Skyline Havens forms part of the East Village, a prominent new neighborhood with elevated position offering widespread views. Spanning eight mid-rise buildings, this elegant complex offers elevated indoor-outdoor living with panoramic views of the Aegean Sea, The Ellinikon Park and the Athenian skyline. Designed around light, water, and a seamless flow between interior and exterior spaces, Skyline Havens offers dual-frontage homes, expansive balconies with sea views from the majority of the residences, private pools in all ground floor and penthouse units, and access to exclusive resident-only amenities, including fitness area, outdoor pool, kids playground, reception and concierge services, and secure parking.

Meanwhile, Little Athens, the lush parkside neighborhood, continues to progress steadily. This verdant city-within-a-city features 1,115 residences and over 100 retail shops at street level, offering unique residential projects such as Park Rise, designed by Bjarke Ingels Group, Pavilion Terraces, Promenade Heights, Atrium Gardens, Trinity Gardens, and Sunset Groves.

Retail Renaissance: Riviera Galleria and The Ellinikon Mall Take Shape

Where the sea meets modern design, Riviera Galleria, the luxury seafront shopping and lifestyle destination, is already emerging as a new architectural icon. With construction advancing steadily, its first floor is now visible from Poseidonos Avenue, offering a preview of the standout destination along the Athenian Riviera. Designed by the internationally acclaimed Japanese architect Kengo Kuma, this 23,000 sqm. leisure hub will offer curated experiences featuring premium Greek and international brands, fine dining, and sweeping views of the Saronic Gulf. Signed Heads of Terms (HoT) with tenants have reached 78% of the GLA.

Just inland, The Ellinikon Mall, designed by the award-winning practice Aedas is set to become the largest and most advanced retail destination in Greece, and one of the most significant in Southern Europe. With a Gross Leasable Area (GLA) of 100,000 sqm., the mall is being developed with a hybrid, sustainable design that seamlessly integrates indoor and outdoor spaces, to create an innovative retail, entertainment and leisure complex where visitors can shop, relax, and connect amid nature and innovation.

Signed Heads of Terms (HoT) with tenants have reached 64% of the GLA.

The Ellinikon Sports Park: Fitness for All, Coming Soon

Construction is underway on the 287,000 sqm. Sports Park, which will be soon welcoming athletes. Designed for all ages and abilities, the park, which will be open to the public by mid-2026, will include football, tennis, and basketball courts, a track-and-field arena, and wellness infrastructure built to international standards.

Calm Waters Emerge: A New Lake at the Heart of The Ellinikon Park

Within The Ellinikon Park, the largest coastal park in Europe, works are underway on a major ecological feature: a 14,600 sqm. lake. Set between the Experience Park and the Sports Park, the lake area transforms the broader site of the 2004 Olympic canoe-kayak venue and the former Aviation Hangars into a vibrant green and blue sanctuary.

Designed in harmony with the local natural wetlands, the lake itself will be surrounded by a 900-meter perimeter path, two pedestrian bridges, and tree-lined walkways that integrate with the wider park landscape. Over 11,000 trees and samplings and 148,000 bushes are to be planted, along with aquatic plants which naturally purify the water and support local biodiversity. This transformation serves as a powerful symbol of ecological renewal, where nature, culture, and wellbeing seamlessly converge in a new, sustainable urban landscape.

For more information about The Ellinikon, please visit https://theellinikon.com.gr/

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SINGAPORE, Oct. 2, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — ENNOVI announces a strategic expansion of its focus beyond the automotive sector. In line with the electrification and artificial intelligence (AI) megatrends converging in the automotive industry to create smarter, safer, and more sustainable vehicles, the company will leverage its core connectivity capabilities to serve a broader market. This strategic decision builds on ENNOVI’s long-standing success as a trusted partner to customers, providing innovative battery and powertrain solutions spanning mild 48V hybrids to BEVs. Its solid, signal connectivity systems are also advancing autonomous driving capabilities. Each of these competencies seamlessly enables the electrification and AI transformation across other industries.

ENNOVI Announces Strategic Expansion ‘Beyond Automotive’

“Our ‘Beyond Automotive’ strategy is a natural evolution for ENNOVI,” says Stefan Rustler, CEO of ENNOVI. “By leveraging our innovation, speed, and global reach, we are set to empower customers to follow the electrification and AI megatrends across diverse industries to get to the future, faster, from anywhere.”

ENNOVI’s expansion will see the company applying its knowledge and expertise to aerospace, consumer devices, data storage, and industrial applications. At the same time, Interplex Medical will merge under ENNOVI’s brand. ENNOVI Medical delivers trusted medical solutions with precision, reliability, and scalability, enabling OEMs to develop mission-critical, smart devices in various applications, including diagnostics, continuous glucose monitoring (CGM), and minimally invasive surgical applications.

This expansion will be supported by ENNOVI’s lean organizational structure and dedicated teams for these industries, which will enable the rapid customization of interconnects, busbars, power modules, and battery interconnects tailored to each region or customer platform. The company’s agility and local support closely meet the needs of these diverse markets, enabling OEMs to innovate at pace.

ENNOVI remains fully dedicated to supporting the automotive industry’s electrification transformation, recognizing the continued importance of PHEVs as a transitional technology for consumers and the varied regional adoption curves of HEVs and BEVs. This dual focus, combined with the new ‘Beyond Automotive’ strategy, strengthens ENNOVI’s position as a crucial strategic partner in the evolving global landscape.

ABOUT ENNOVI

ENNOVI empowers industries worldwide to accelerate electrification and AI transformation, driving smarter, faster, and more sustainable growth.

Selvan Wilhelm
Selvan.Wilhelm@ennovi.com; 

Erin McMahon
erin.mcmahon@publitek.com