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New Quality, Shared Future – Beijing CBD Extends a Global Invitation for Cooperation

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If there are only three days to understand China’s economic development, Beijing CBD is a good place to start.


BEIJING, CHINA – Media OutReach Newswire – 12 June 2026 – In mid-June this year, 2026 Beijing CBD Forum Annual Conference will be held as scheduled. Nearly ten thousand participants from five continents will gather here, with international speakers accounting for more than 50% of the lineup. Yet the Forum is but a window; the true landscape worth the world’s attention lies just outside – the central business district itself.

The skyline of Beijing's Central Business District
The skyline of Beijing’s Central Business District

“International Density” on Seven Square Kilometers

In the core area of Beijing CBD – a mere seven square kilometers – nearly 16,000 foreign-funded institutions and 125 regional headquarters of multinational corporations (MNCs) are located. This represents half of all MNC headquarters resources in Beijing.

This is no coincidence. The district is one of China’s most internationally oriented, service-rich, and mature international business zones. From law firms and consultancies to financial institutions, the world’s top professional services firms have formed a complete ecosystem here.

What makes the area even more valuable for overseas companies and organizations is that policies here are not just written on paper – they are embedded in actual processes.

From pilot schemes on cross-border data flows, to facilitated access for foreign financial institutions, to one‑stop service desks for international talent – Beijing CBD has long served as a pilot zone for institutional opening‑up. Foreign enterprises find that issues they encounter here tend to be addressed and resolved more quickly.

During this year’s Beijing CBD Forum annual conference, the Ambassadors’ Roundtable Dialogue will establish a regular communication mechanism, and the “International Delegations’ China Tour” will allow overseas business representatives and zone managers to conduct in‑depth site visits and exchange experiences. What is even more noteworthy, however, is that such exchanges are not confined to the Forum – they continue year-round here.

Beijing CBD: A Sincere and Pragmatic Invitation

Artificial intelligence, the digital economy, green technologies – these areas, known as “new quality productive forces,” are not empty buzzwords here. The Forum includes dedicated sessions on technological innovation, financial opening‑up, law-business integration, cultural industries, and international consumption. Yet what truly deserves the attention of potential international partners is the industrial foundation behind these topics.

Beijing CBD is home to the densest concentration of foreign financial institutions and cross‑border capital in China. A large number of tech companies are engaged in cross‑sector collaboration with traditional industries here. High‑end professional services – international law, arbitration, compliance – are highly concentrated, providing support for both inbound and outbound business activities. Moreover, as the starting area of the city’s international demonstration zone for law-business integration, the district continues to focus on strengthening the rule of law in commercial affairs, improving its legal services framework, enhancing the resolution of international commercial disputes, and fostering a stable, transparent, predictable, and internationally competitive business environment. In the future, Beijing CBD will build a one‑stop legal and commercial service platform that integrates legal, auditing, intellectual property and other professional resources to precisely serve companies going global and managing cross‑border operations.

Here, you will find that its vitality derives mainly from genuine business judgments about market opportunities. For enterprises, the cooperation logic here is predictable, commercial, and sustainable.

Beijing CBD is not merely a striking poster – it is a real‑world district where hundreds of thousands of business people move every day, thousands of foreign‑funded institutions operate, and countless cross‑border transactions take place.

If you are looking for a stable gateway to the Chinese market, or a high-level hub to connect global resources with local applications, it deserves your consideration.

The Forum’s 2026 annual conference lasts only three days. But Beijing CBD is open all year round.

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Singapore Music School Launches Structured Beginner String Learning Method

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SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 12 June 2026 – LVL Music Academy has introduced a structured beginner string learning method designed to support students who are starting violin or cello lessons for the first time.

The framework brings together lesson planning, posture development, instrument handling, basic technique, and instrument setup guidance. It was developed in response to common challenges faced by beginner string students, including discomfort while holding the instrument, poor bow grip, inconsistent sound production, unsuitable instrument sizing, and difficulty building good practice habits in the early stages of learning.

Unlike some instruments where students can begin with fewer setup considerations, the violin and cello require careful attention to posture, hand position, bow control, instrument fit, and tuning stability from the start. For young beginners in particular, an instrument that is too large, poorly adjusted, or difficult to play can affect both progress and confidence.

LVL Music Academy’s method aims to make the early learning process more structured by connecting what happens in the lesson room with the physical condition and suitability of the instrument itself. The academy’s in-house luthier support allows teachers and staff to assess factors such as instrument size, bridge height, string condition, peg function, bow quality, and general playability where needed.

“Many beginner students struggle not because they are not musical, but because the instrument is difficult to manage or the early foundations are not clear enough,” said a spokesperson for LVL Music Academy. “For violin and cello, comfort, posture, instrument setup, and lesson structure all affect how a student learns. This method is designed to address those areas together rather than treating them separately.”

The beginner framework covers several core areas: posture and body awareness, correct instrument hold, bow hold development, left-hand position, rhythm, note reading, tone production, listening skills, and home practice guidance. Students are also guided on how to care for their instrument, tune safely with support, and understand when an instrument may need adjustment.

The approach is intended for children and adult beginners who are new to string instruments. It also provides parents with clearer guidance on what to expect during the early stages of violin or cello learning, including how to support practice at home and how to recognise whether an instrument is suitable for the student’s size and level.

LVL said the framework is part of its wider effort to make beginner string education more practical and better supported. By combining teaching, instrument guidance, and luthier knowledge under one roof, the academy hopes to reduce common early-stage barriers that can affect motivation and long-term progress.
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About LVL Music Academy

LVL Music Academy is a Singapore-based music school, string instrument shop, and in-house luthier workshop located in Bukit Timah. The academy provides violin, cello, piano, viola, and music theory lessons for children and adults, alongside instrument sales, rentals, repairs, restoration, and professional setup support.

Founded with a focus on practical music education and proper instrument care, LVL Music Academy supports students from beginner to advanced levels through structured lessons, performance opportunities, examination preparation, and access to luthier guidance under one roof.

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Little Lao Culture Bar Celebrates Second Anniversary in Luang Prabang

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A picture of international bartenders and bars participanting in the Little Lao Culture Bar in Luang Prabang, Laos. (Photo by Little Lao)

On 5–6 June, Little Lao Culture Bar celebrated its second anniversary by bringing together some of Asia’s most influential bars and bartenders for a landmark event in Luang Prabang that united award-winning hospitality professionals from across the region.

The event welcomed six internationally recognized bars and prominent figures from Asia’s bar industry, including Laura Prabowo and Agung Prabowo of Penicillin (Hong Kong), Niks Anuman of Asia Today (Bangkok), Bent Nattachai of TAX Bar (Bangkok), Nick Nattaphon of G.O.D. (Bangkok), Alex and RZ of OTO (Manila), and Kai Ng of Quinary (Hong Kong). Several participating bars have been recognized by Asia’s 50 Best Bars.

During the event, hundreds of people attended the celebrations in Luang Prabang, including local residents, government representatives, hospitality professionals, and visitors from overseas. This highlights growing interest in Laos’ food and beverage scene and the support for Little Lao Culture Bar since 2024.

The celebration began with a traditional Lao blessing ceremony, reflecting the values that have guided the venue since its founding. Staff, family members, friends, and community representatives gathered to honor local customs, give thanks, and seek blessings for the future. The ceremony included offerings dedicated to ancestral and protective spirits, a practice deeply rooted in Lao culture and community life.

Together, the six bars offered visitors an opportunity to experience a diverse cross-section of contemporary Asian cocktail culture in a single destination.

The anniversary also provided a platform for industry dialogue and professional networking, allowing participating bartenders and hospitality leaders to share perspectives on creativity, sustainability, and the evolving cocktail landscape in Asia.

Celebrating Lao Culture and Collaboration

Founded in 2024, Little Lao Culture Bar aims to share the stories, flavors, and traditions of Laos through contemporary hospitality. Over the past two years, the bar has become known for its ingredient-driven cocktails, immersive guest experiences, and efforts to showcase Lao culture internationally.

The Little Lao Culture Bar team described the anniversary as an opportunity to bring together bars that have inspired its own journey while highlighting the possibilities of Lao ingredients through hospitality and cultural exchange.

Beyond celebrating the venue’s second anniversary, the event also highlighted the growing role of Luang Prabang as a destination for cocktail and culinary tourism. Organizers said bringing internationally recognized bartenders and bar teams to Laos demonstrated the country’s potential to contribute to the wider conversation surrounding contemporary Asian hospitality.

Look ahead, the Little Lao Culture Bar team said it remains committed to creating experiences that celebrate Lao culture and ingredients while fostering connections between local communities and the international hospitality industry.

Vientiane Police Arrest 19 Suspects in Online Lottery, Shopping Scam

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A picture of 19 suspects linked to an online fraud through fake scratch lottery sales and fraudulent online shopping schemes in Sikhottabong district, Vientiane Capital. (Photo by Lao Security News)

On 26 May, authorities in Vientiane Capital arrested 19 suspects linked to an online fraud through fake scratch lottery sales and fraudulent online shopping schemes in Sikhottabong district.

According to Sikhottabong authorities, the group had been operating from the rented property since early April this year under the supervision of a Chinese national identified as Wu Mingxing. The suspects reportedly received monthly salaries ranging from USD 400 to USD 800 to carry out online fraud activities.

The investigators said the group allegedly used Facebook livestreams to sell scratch lottery tickets. Victims who won small prizes were paid to gain their trust. When victims appeared to win larger prizes, victims were asked to pay fees of between VND 30 million (USD 1,140) and VND 40 million (USD 1,520) to claim their winnings. After the scammers received the money, they blocked the victims and never paid out the prizes.

Police said the group also operated fake online shopping pages offering products at prices below market value. Customers were instructed to transfer money in advance through Vietnamese bank accounts and were promised delivery details afterward. Once payment was received, the operators reportedly cut off all contact with the buyers.

No further information was shared by the authorities on the operation activities. For now, police are holding the suspects and the seized equipment while investigators continue examining the case and identifying other individuals who may have participated in the operation.

Ongoing Cases 

Separately, authorities in Savannakhet province raided two locations in Kaysone Phomvihane City following reports of suspected cybercrime activities on 10 June.

During the operation, police detained 94 suspects from seven nationalities, including 72 Chinese nationals, 11 Indonesians, four Taiwanese, three Myanmar nationals, two Ethiopians, one Cambodian national, and two Lao nationals, according to Lao state media. 

On 11 June, police in Champasak province also arrested 50 suspects during a raid on a suspected scam operation in Bachiengchaleunsouk district. The group included 48 Chinese nationals and two Lao nationals. 

In both Savannakhet, and Champasak cases, authorities confiscated large quantities of computers, mobile phones, and other electronic equipment believed to have been used in online fraud and telecommunications scam activities. 

Authorities said both cases remain under investigation.

Thailand’s Princess Bajrakitiyabha Dies at 47 After Nearly Four Years in Coma

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Thai Princess Bajrakitiyabha Narendiradebyavati passed away on Thursday night at the age of 47. (Photo: Royal Household Bureau)

Princess Bajrakitiyabha, the eldest daughter of Thailand’s King Maha Vajiralongkorn (Rama X) and one of the country’s most accomplished royals, died on 11 June after spending nearly four years in a coma. She was 47.

The Royal Household announced that the princess, formally known as Her Royal Highness Princess Bajrakitiyabha Narendiradebyavati, died at 7:48 PM local time. Her death marks the end of a long public vigil that had gripped Thailand since she suffered a medical emergency while training dogs for a military working-dog event in Nakhon Ratchasima Province on 14 December, 2022.

Born on 7 December, 1978, Princess Bajrakitiyabha was the only child born to King Vajiralongkorn and his first wife, Princess Soamsawali. Known affectionately to many Thais as “Princess Pa,” she distinguished herself early through academic achievement and public service, forging a career that extended well beyond the ceremonial duties traditionally associated with royalty.

Educated in Thailand and the United States, she earned a law degree from Thammasat University before pursuing advanced legal studies at Cornell University. There, she obtained a Master of Laws degree and later a Doctor of Juridical Science, becoming one of the few members of the Thai royal family to hold a doctorate.

Rather than moving directly into a full-time royal role, Princess Bajrakitiyabha entered the legal profession. She worked as a prosecutor in Thailand’s Office of the Attorney General, gaining practical experience in criminal justice and legal administration.

The princess became particularly associated with prison reform and the welfare of vulnerable women. Through the Kamlangjai, or “Inspire,” Project, she advocated for improved treatment of female prisoners, pregnant inmates, incarcerated mothers and children affected by imprisonment. Her work brought attention to rehabilitation, reintegration and broader criminal justice issues, earning recognition both within Thailand and internationally.

Her legal expertise also led her into diplomacy. She served as Thailand’s ambassador to Austria and represented the kingdom at international organizations based in Vienna.

Alongside her work as a lawyer and diplomat, Princess Bajrakitiyabha took on a growing number of royal duties. She held senior military positions and served in the Royal Security Command. King Vajiralongkorn later awarded her the title Krom Luang Rajasarini Siribajra, one of the highest honors given to a royal daughter.

Although Thailand’s succession laws have traditionally favored male heirs and she was never formally designated heir to the throne, she was frequently discussed as a significant figure in the future of the monarchy.

That future was abruptly interrupted in December 2022 when she collapsed during a training session involving military working dogs. Initial reports described heart-related complications, and subsequent palace statements revealed severe infections and organ complications. Despite intensive medical treatment and prolonged life support, she never regained consciousness.

Over the following years, updates from the Royal Household remained infrequent but increasingly grave. In May 2026, officials disclosed that her condition had deteriorated significantly due to multiple infections affecting several organs.

Princess Bajrakitiyabha never married and had no children. A lawyer, prosecutor, diplomat, military officer and advocate for justice reform, she represented a modern image of royalty grounded in professional achievement and civic engagement.

Synagistics and Mei Entertainment Launch AI-powered Ecommerce Brand MASYN

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Cross-Border Collaboration Accelerates Brand IP Commercialisation
Ushering in a New Model for Southeast Asia’s AI Commerce Business

HONG KONG, June 11, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Synagie, the digital commerce arm of Synagistics Limited (“Synagistics”, Stock Code: 2562.HK), and Mei Ah Entertainment Group (“Mei Ah Entertainment“), today announced a strategic partnership to launch MASYN, a new AI-powered ecommerce project that combines AI content creation, data validation and cross-border ecommerce operations to pioneer a new model of consumer brand development and regional ecommerce expansion across Southeast Asia.

The collaboration brings together two distinct but complementary industry capabilities: Mei Ah Entertainment’s strengths in AI content, creative storytelling, product development and supply chain integration, and Synagie’s AI commerce infrastructure, ecommerce operations and market experience in Southeast Asia. Together, they are pioneering a new model of AI-powered product IP development — one that is asset-light, low-risk, and built for scale.

MASYN: A New AI-powered Brand Commercialisation Engine

MASYN is built to demonstrate and deliver a new model of AI-powered brand development – utilising market intelligence, digital content and ecommerce infrastructure to support scalable and asset-light regional expansion.

The initiative will integrate Synagie’s AI commerce capabilities with Mei Ah Entertainment’s AI content production capabilities, covering Southeast Asia’s most active digital commerce platforms. The scope of application includes AI-generated content, livestream commerce, short-form video marketing, while simultaneously utilizing digital commerce platforms such as TikTok Shop for data-driven product testing and market validation.

The launch of MASYN also marks an important step in the Group’s development of an AI-driven brand incubation and cross-border ecommerce commercialisation framework, combining AI commerce infrastructure, content-driven consumer engagement and cross-border ecommerce execution capabilities into a scalable Southeast Asia market expansion model for Asian brands.

“At Synagie, MASYN represents more than a consumer brand collaboration — it is the first-of-its-kind deployment of a scalable AI commerce and IP commercialisation model that we believe can be replicated across multiple consumer categories and markets by combining AI-driven market intelligence, digital commerce infrastructure and content-driven marketing capability. We are building a more asset-light and efficient pathway for Asian brands to enter Southeast Asia.” said Olive Tai, CEO and Co-Founder of Synagie.

She added: “MASYN is not positioned solely as a jewelry brand, but as a scalable commercialisation model. We believe the future of IP commercialisation will extend beyond products alone into three core areas — brands, creators and content. Through the integration of AI commerce, content marketing and cross-border ecommerce capabilities, we aim to help Asian brands and IPs scale more effectively across Southeast Asia.”

Mei Ah Entertainment Bridging Content, Commerce, and Consumer Engagement

The name MASYN combines “MA” from Mei Ah Entertainment and “SYN” from Synagie, reflecting the convergence of entertainment, technology and commerce capabilities across Asia. MASYN is the first launch of an AI-driven ecommerce model, bringing together creative collaborations from around the world under one commercialisation infrastructure.

Mei Ah Entertainment will contribute its expertise in AI content, IP, product development and supply chain resources, and will leverage its self-developed AI platform “Wuji” to support MASYN with ecommerce content creation, product development and commercialisation execution; Synagie will provide AI commerce technology, ecommerce operations, digital marketing execution and Southeast Asia regional market capabilities. The two parties will jointly drive MASYN’s brand commercialisation and regional expansion.

The platform will utilise AI-powered consumer insights, real-time market testing and data analytics to support product positioning, pricing strategies and regional market deployment, further enhancing commercialisation and cross-border expansion efficiency.

Mr. Li Tang Yuk, Executive Director and Chief Executive Officer of Mei Ah Entertainment Group Limited, said: “AI is reshaping how content is produced and commercialised. Mei Ah Entertainment’s self-developed AI platform ‘Wuji’ will be extended into this collaboration to support short video production and ecommerce content creation. Through MASYN, we hope to explore a new model driven by AI content, data validation and supply chain support, and to extend it to more product categories and markets, helping more brands expand into Southeast Asia.”

Synagistics and Mei Ah Entertainment Strengthen “AI + IP + Cross-border Ecommerce” Strategy to Accelerate Southeast Asia Expansion

The collaboration marks both parties’ strategic expansion beyond traditional ecommerce services towards an “AI + IP + Cross-border Ecommerce” growth strategy, further accelerating the regional layout in Southeast Asia. As one of the world’s fastest-growing digital commerce regions, Southeast Asia continues to see strong cross-border ecommerce demand and rising digital consumer adoption, creating significant opportunities for regional brand expansion.

Through MASYN, Synagie and Mei Ah Entertainment Group will integrate entertainment IP, AI-generated content, digital commerce infrastructure and data-driven market intelligence to develop a scalable and asset-light consumer brand growth model. Both parties believe IP commercialisation is no longer limited to products alone, but is increasingly expanding across three core areas — brands, creators and content. Through an integrated “IP → Content → Commerce” model, the initiative will combine creator-driven ecommerce, AI content marketing and cross-border digital commerce deployment to strengthen IP commercialisation and regional expansion capabilities.

The Group believes MASYN has the potential to generate approximately US$10 million in GMV (Gross Merchandise Value) across Southeast Asia over the next three to five years, supporting the Group’s broader strategy of expanding AI-driven brand IP commercialisation and cross-border ecommerce capabilities. Looking ahead, the Group also plans to expand into “IP Co-Development Services”, leveraging AI market intelligence, digital commerce infrastructure and Southeast Asia operational capabilities to support product incubation, cross-border ecommerce deployment and regional market expansion for China and Hong Kong brands. This will further consolidate and expand the Group’s business presence in AI commerce and the regional digital commerce market.

About Synagistics Limited (Stock Code: 2562.HK)

Synagistics is a Singapore-based AI & big data company listed on the Main Board of The Stock Exchange of Hong Kong Limited, recognised for completing the first-ever De-SPAC transaction in Hong Kong. Synagistics benefits from strong industry backing, enabling it to drive innovation and expand its influence in Asia’s rapidly evolving digital ecosystem. Synagistics is recognised as one of the top digital solutions provider in Southeast Asia and has provided its data-driven digital commerce platform Synagie to over 600 enterprises and renowned brands in the Southeast Asian market. With the launch of Geene in early March 2025, Synagistics has firmly established itself as a frontrunner in the rapidly evolving field of artificial intelligence, solidifying its position as a key leader in the global Al ecosystem and accelerating enterprise Al adoption and innovation.  The Company continues to expand its footprint across multiple markets including the Greater China region while championing digital and artificial intelligence transformation.

About Mei Ah Entertainment Group Limited 

Founded in 1984, Mei Ah Entertainment Group Limited is a leading producer and distributor of Chinese-language films and TV dramas in China. Mei Ah Entertainment owns an extensive library of over 600 Chinese-language films, encompassing numerous award-winning and box-office hits. Leveraging its rich content library, Mei Ah Entertainment has successfully expanded into multiple paid TV channels, including TVB Network Vision and Chunghwa Telecom MOD in Taiwan region, delivering popular movie and drama programs to a broad audience. The Company also operates cinemas in China, offering a total of over 2,000 seats, some of which feature state-of-the-art IMAX laser projection technology.

In 2026, Mei Ah Entertainment officially entered the short drama market. By capitalising on its substantial content library, proprietary high-quality IPs, and long-term collaborations with renowned film production teams, supplemented by its self-developed AI platform “Wuji” to accelerate and optimise short drama production efficiency, the Company aims to scale the creation of premium short dramas with “Hong Kong Characteristics” for distribution across both domestic and international markets, thereby pioneering new pathways for content monetisation.

As AI Infrastructure Takes Center Stage, Neurovia AI Highlights NeuroStream™ and New Leadership at UAE Industry Summit

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ABU DHABI, UAE, June 11, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Robo.ai Inc. (NASDAQ: AIIO) announced that its wholly-owned subsidiary, Neurovia AI, officially participated in the 2026 UAE Data Center Infrastructure & Cloud Summit as an OFFICIAL AI INFRASTRUCTURE PARTNER. The event, held today in Abu Dhabi, marked the first public appearance of the company’s newly appointed Chief Operating Officer, Mr. Rashed Aleghfeli.

Rashed Aleghfeli, Chief Operating Officer, Neurovia AI.
Rashed Aleghfeli, Chief Operating Officer, Neurovia AI.

During the summit, Mr. Rashed delivered a keynote address titled “Unload the Data Burden, Unlock AI Power,” and presented a live demonstration of the latest capabilities of the company’s core technology platform, NeuroStream™.

The platform successfully optimized and compressed a 12.15GB, 4K 60fps raw video stream in real-time to 421MB. While achieving a 96.37% reduction in storage and transmission space, the architecture maintained a visually lossless standard, ensuring that the compressed, high-value multimodal data fully meets the efficient indexing and retrieval requirements of machine vision and downstream AI algorithms. The technical architecture is currently undergoing comprehensive evaluation by multiple government agencies and enterprise clients across the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) region.

In the subsequent expert panel discussion titled “Cloud & Data Centre Adoption Trends Across UAE’s Key Sectors,” Mr. Rashed noted that as AI applications expand into physical networks such as robotics and smart cities, future infrastructure will transition from a single cloud or data center model to an integrated intelligent architecture spanning cloud, data centers, and edge computing. Addressing the pressures generated by massive volumes of machine-generated visual data, he stated that the primary challenge for enterprises scaling AI has shifted from simple data collection to efficient data storage, transmission, and preparation for underlying computation.

Organizations that successfully deploy AI at scale will necessarily establish a robust data foundation prior to application expansion, transforming raw data into AI-ready infrastructure. The NeuroStream™ platform is designed for this purpose, mitigating the bandwidth, storage, and energy consumption burdens of visual data through automated compression, intelligent computing resource allocation, and comprehensive format compatibility.

Mr. Rashed concluded that organizations treating AI merely as a single application will encounter bottlenecks, whereas those that succeed will approach it as a comprehensive infrastructure transformation. He emphasized that the next phase of the AI industry involves not only larger models but also the development of more intelligent infrastructure and cleaner data streams.

About the UAE Data Center Infrastructure & Cloud Summit 2026

The UAE Data Center Infrastructure & Cloud Summit 2026 serves as a core high-level forum in the Middle East focused on national digital infrastructure development and cloud platform evolution. Hosted by the UAE Cyber Security Council and supported by the Ministry of Energy & Infrastructure, the summit gathers regional government officials, regulatory representatives, and technology executives to examine the strategic role of modern data centers, cloud architectures, and artificial intelligence infrastructure in enhancing operational efficiency, supporting digital governance, and ensuring national digital sovereignty, providing clear direction for the modernization and sustainable development of digital infrastructure in the region.

About Neurovia AI Limited

Neurovia AI (www.neuroviaai.ae) is an AI infrastructure and visual data processing technology company operating as a wholly-owned subsidiary of Robo.ai Inc. (NASDAQ: AIIO). Guided by its core philosophy to “Unload the data burden, unlock AI power,” the company leverages its NeuroStream™ platform to drive the transition of visual data architectures from human viewing to machine understanding. By applying AI-native compression and edge computing, Neurovia AI addresses critical bottlenecks in data storage, transmission, and computation for Physical AI. Its technology serves core sectors including safety and security, autonomous driving, smart cities, and intelligent manufacturing, providing foundational data support for global machine perception and collaboration.

About Robo.ai Inc.

Robo.ai Inc. (NASDAQ: AIIO) is a technology company focused on building an artificial intelligence machine economy platform. Through the systematic integration of AI software, intelligent hardware, and smart assets, the company builds a unified AI operating system and an empowered ecosystem, delivering efficient, compliant, and hardware-software integrated infrastructure solutions for global government and enterprise clients.

Forward-Looking Statements

This press release contains forward-looking statements as defined by the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Actual results may differ from expectations; for further details, please refer to the relevant disclosure documents filed by Robo.ai Inc. with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission.

Shanghai targets expanded, smarter service sector by 2030

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SHANGHAI, June 11, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — A news report from english.shanghai.gov.cn

Shanghai has issued a new plan to make its service sector more digital, intelligent, standardized, integrated, and international by 2030, with the service sector’s added-value expected to reach about 6 trillion yuan ($886.98 billion).

By 2030, Shanghai’s trade in services is expected to exceed $300 billion, and the city is expected to see around 300 new regional headquarters of multinational companies.

Priority service sectors

The plan highlights four main directions:

Urban services

Shanghai will strengthen services in finance, trade, shipping, and science and technology innovation. Key tasks include expanding high-quality financial services, enhancing the city’s role as a global trade hub, upgrading high-end shipping services, and improving the transfer and commercialization of sci-tech achievements.

Producer services

Shanghai will accelerate innovation in information services, support emerging “AI plus” business models, expand professional services, and promote deeper integration between manufacturing and services.

Consumer services

The plan calls for deeper integration of culture, commerce, tourism, sports, and exhibitions, while improving healthcare, education and training, elderly care, childcare, household services, accommodation, and catering.

Emerging services

Shanghai will develop smart technology services, life and health services, and services related to the experience economy, including AI software and services, intelligent driving, targeted drugs, brain-computer interfaces, immersive cultural and tourism experiences, and branded cultural products and experiences.

Key zones to watch

Shanghai will develop its service sector across key functional areas and districts. The layout centers on a core urban hub, two strategic wings, three service belts, and multiple peripheral areas.

The core urban hub will offer a high concentration of high-level services. The plan also calls for stronger professional services in Pudong New Area, Xuhui district, Jing’an district, and other areas, as well as upgrades to major commercial areas such as East Nanjing Road and West Nanjing Road.

The eastern wing includes the Lin-gang Special Area and the Eastern Hub International Business Cooperation Zone, while the western wing includes the Hongqiao International Central Business District and the demonstration zone for green and integrated ecological development of the Yangtze River Delta. These areas will serve as key platforms for opening-up and innovation.

The city will also develop three service belts: one along the Huangpu River, one along the Suzhou Creek, and one linking key innovation hubs, while supporting coordinated development in the five suburban “new cities” of Jiading, Qingpu, Songjiang, Fengxian, and Nanhui, as well as Baoshan and Jinshan districts.

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