Clinical Study Showed Up to 48% Natural Killer Cell Increase with probiotic strain LP28¹

VANCOUVER, BC, June 6, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Synbio Tech Inc. (SynbioTech), a global leader in biotechnology solutions, today announced the launch of SYNMUE™, a clinically validated probiotic featuring Lactiplantibacillus plantarum LP28, designed to target immune aging, also known as immunosenescence. The company will showcase SYNMUE™ at Probiota Americas 2026, taking place June 8–10 in Vancouver, Canada, where SynbioTech will meet with brand owners, distributors, and formulation partners seeking science-backed healthy aging solutions.

The launch marks SynbioTech’s expansion into the emerging immune aging category following the completion of its latest human clinical study on LP28. As Natural Killer (NK) cell activity naturally declines with age, reduced immune surveillance is increasingly recognized as a hallmark of immune aging. The randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled study evaluated adults aged 50 to 75 years with a history of recurrent upper respiratory tract infections and provides the clinical basis for positioning LP28 as a microbiome-based solution for immune resilience in older adults.

These findings demonstrate that LP28 may help alleviate age-related immune decline when used in targeted applications.

Up to 48% Higher NK Cell Activity in Adults 50+ Suggests Stronger Immune Support

In the 12-week intervention, participants receiving LP28 showed up to a 48% increase in NK cell cytotoxic activity from baseline, while placebo responses remained largely unchanged. NK cells are a key component of the innate immune system and serve as one of the body’s front-line defense mechanisms by identifying and eliminating virus-infected and abnormal cells¹.

By supporting NK cell function, LP28 may help address one of the key biological mechanisms associated with age-related immune decline. The clinical result strengthens SYNMUE™ as a microbiome-based solution for partners focused on long-term immune resilience.

SYNMUE™ Targets the Growing Healthy Aging Market

According to market research estimates, the global immune health supplements market was valued at more than USD 35 billion in 2024 and is projected to exceed USD 76 billion by 2033. Meanwhile, the United Nations forecasts that the global population aged 65 and older will more than double, from 761 million in 2021 to 1.6 billion by 2050, creating increasing demand for solutions that support healthy aging and long-term resilience.

However, few nutritional solutions have targeted immunosenescence, the age-related decline of immune function that contributes to increased susceptibility to infections, slower recovery, and reduced physiological resilience. “SYNMUE™ was developed to address a critical dimension of healthy aging that has often been overlooked,” said Sean Yang, Chief Operating Officer of SynbioTech. “As people live longer, maintaining immune resilience becomes increasingly important for preserving healthspan.”

While many immune solutions focus on short-term support, SYNMUE™ was developed to address immune aging through a clearly defined biological pathway centered on NK cell activity.

Clinical Evidence Supports Better Immune Regulation and Fewer Common Colds

The researchers also observed favorable changes in immune-related biomarkers, including increased interleukin-12 (IL-12) and reduced C-reactive protein (CRP), suggesting improved immune regulation and reduced inflammatory burden¹.

Participants receiving LP28 also experienced a substantially lower incidence of common colds during the intervention period¹. Together, these findings suggest that improvements in NK cell activity and immune regulation may translate into meaningful real-world benefits for aging adults.

This mechanism is reflected in SYNMUE™’s brand concept, “Wake Your Natural Killer,” which represents the solution’s focus on restoring immune resilience through clinically validated microbiome science.

Unlike conventional immune support products focused primarily on seasonal wellness, SYNMUE™ is positioned around immune aging and long-term immune resilience, providing brand partners with a differentiated solution supported by both mechanistic and clinical evidences.

Expanding Healthy Aging Portfolio Across Immune and Muscle Resilience

While SYNMUE™ focuses on immune resilience through NK cell activation, the company’s flagship ingredient, TWK10^®, addresses another critical dimension of aging: muscle resilience.

Backed by multiple human clinical studies, TWK10^® has been demonstrated benefits in muscle strength, endurance, recovery, and protein utilization through modulation of the gut-muscle axis^2,3,4,5,6. The ingredient has received international recognition, including Sports Nutrition Ingredient of the Year at the NutraIngredients Europe Awards 2026 and first place in the Sports Nutrition & Active Lifestyle Ingredient category at the Vitafoods Europe Innovation Awards 2026.

Together, TWK10^® and SYNMUE™ reflect SynbioTech’s expanding vision for healthy aging, supporting both muscle and immune resilience through clinically validated microbiome science.

Showcasing Healthy Aging Innovation at Probiota Americas 2026

SynbioTech will showcase its healthy aging innovations at Probiota Americas 2026, taking place June 8–10 in Vancouver, Canada.

Visitors will have the opportunity to explore SYNMUE™, the company’s newly launched probiotic designed to support healthy immune aging, while learning more about TWK10® and SynbioTech’s broader healthy aging strategy.

Visitors will have the opportunity to explore SYNMUE™, our newly launched, while learning more about TWK10® and SynbioTech’s broader healthy aging strategy.

As part of the official scientific program, Dr. Hsiao-Wen Huang, Senior Scientist of Microbiome & Functional Innovation at SynbioTech, will present a session titled:
“From Microbiome to Muscle: Redefining Strength and Resilience for Healthspan”

The presentation will explore how microbiome modulation can drive functional outcomes beyond gut health, highlighting TWK10^® as a model for supporting muscle strength, recovery, and resilience across different life stages.

Brand owners, distributors, and formulation partners are invited to meet the SynbioTech team to explore licensing, commercialization, and product development opportunities for both SYNMUE™ and TWK10^®.

“Healthy aging is multidimensional,” COO Yang added. “Preserving muscle function and immune resilience are both essential to extending healthspan. Through SYNMUE™ and TWK10^®, we are building science-backed microbiome solutions designed to help people age stronger, stay resilient, and live better.”

About Synbio Tech Inc.
Founded in 2000 in Taiwan, SynbioTech is a global biotechnology company specializing in probiotics, postbiotics, and microbiome-based health solutions. With more than 25 years of R&D expertise and a fully integrated CDMO platform, the company partners with over 600 brands across 35 countries. SynbioTech develops clinically validated ingredients for healthy aging, muscle health, immune resilience, women’s health, metabolic health, and diversified microbiome-related applications.

For more information, visit www.synbiotech.com.

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Exotic Pets Steal the Spotlight with Debut Reptilia Carnival and Live Insect Exhibition Featuring Over 50 Species

HONG KONG, June 5, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Organized by Exhibition Group, the “Premium Pet Supplies Expo 2026” (the “Expo”) is being held from today until June 7 (Friday to Sunday) at Hall 3CDE of the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre. Upholding the principle of “Creating a Quality World for Pets,” the Expo brings together premium pet products and services from around the globe, including pet food and feed, beverages, apparel, toys, grooming and beauty care, cleaning products, health supplements, and enclosures, offering an ideal one-stop shopping and leisure destination for pet owners and animal lovers across Hong Kong. With the exotic pet–keeping population continuing to rise, this edition breaks the mold of conventional pet expos by placing exotic pets at center stage. For the first time, the Expo introduces a large-scale live insect exhibition, “Bug Squad,” and Hong Kong’s first major indoor “Reptilia Carnival,” extending the pet world beyond cats and dogs to embrace reptiles, insects, and a diverse array of species.

The opening ceremony was attended by Dr. Bernard Chan, Under Secretary for Commerce and Economic Development of the Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region, Dr. Michael Chan, Honorary Chairman of Hong Kong Institute of Marketing, Ms. Angela Chan, Chairman of Hong Kong Pet Trade Association, Mr. George Lee, Vice President, Business Development, Mastercard, Ms. Julien Chen, Vice President, Marketing and Business Development, The Club, Dr. Sharon Kwok, Ambassador for Endangered Species, Mr. Kenneth Wong, Convenor of the Pet Rights Concern Unit of the Liberal Party and Mr. Carl Wong, Chairman of Exhibition Group.

Mr. Carl Wong, Chairman of Exhibition Group, said, “Pets have become an indispensable part of Hong Kong families. With the Food Business (Amendment) Regulation 2026 coming into effect and travelling with pets becoming increasingly convenient, Hong Kong is steadily evolving into a pet-friendly city, while the pet economy continues to diversify. In addition to curating premium products from around the world for cat and dog owners, this year’s Expo places special focus on the rapidly growing exotic pet market. By launching the Reptilia Carnival and a large-scale live insect exhibition for the first time, we enable pet enthusiasts of all kinds to find what they need at the Expo, while also promoting life education and introducing the public to a more diverse biological world. We are also delighted to see an increasing number of well-known brands crossing over into the pet market, reflecting the industry’s confidence in the pet economy. The Expo will continue to serve as a vital platform connecting brands with consumers.”

Live Insect Exhibition “Bug Squad” Featuring Over 50 Species Makes Its Debut — Three “World-Class” Stars Become Must-Visit Photo Spots
The “Bug Squad” makes its debut at the Expo, offering visitors young and old a life education experience that goes beyond the classroom. The exhibition showcases over 50 rare insect species from around the globe, including katydids, mantises, dynastid and stag beetles, stick insects, beetles, and arthropods. Three “world-class” star specimens command the most attention: the “Giant Chinese stick insect”, the world’s longest insect species; the “Jungle nymph,” the world’s heaviest insect species; and the “Violin Beetle” (Mormolyce), a creature most people have only ever glimpsed in documentaries. This unique exhibition provides a rare opportunity for the public to observe and appreciate these extraordinary creatures up close. Through close-up observation of the live insects’ physical forms, behaviors, and ecological roles, visitors can experience the wonders of biodiversity firsthand, nurturing curiosity about and respect for different forms of life, understanding the irreplaceable value of every species within an ecosystem, and inspiring the next generation to cherish nature and treasure all living things.

Hong Kong’s First Large-Scale Indoor Reptile Carnival Launches — Immersive Beetle Pavilion “Beetle Forest” Makes a Welcome Return
Hong Kong’s first major indoor reptile activity space, the “Reptilia Carnival,” is tailor-made for reptile enthusiasts. It features a dedicated lounge and social area where owners can bring their beloved reptile companions, meet fellow hobbyists, and browse a curated reptile marketplace stocked with a full range of supplies. Complemented by immersive photo backdrops and fun reptile workshops, the Carnival provides a one-stop gathering point for the reptile community.

At the same time, the immersive “Beetle Forest” pavilion, which proved hugely popular at last year’s Expo, makes a welcome return, allowing visitors to appreciate their unique ecology. On display are numerous spectacular beetle species, including the “Hercules Beetle” (Dynastes hercules), the world’s largest insect; the king of beetles, the Rhinoceros Beetle; the colorful Rainbow Stag Beetle; the “Borneo Atlas Beetle,” one of Asia’s largest dynastid beetles; the largest Eastern Hercules Beetle (Dynastes tityus) bred in Hong Kong — a record-holder surpassing Japan — and the nationally beloved “Japanese Giant Stag Beetle” (Dorcus hopei binodulosus). Visitors can immerse themselves in the insects’ natural world, observing at their leisure and even placing beetles on their hands for photos. Admission to this activity requires a separate ticket. The first 300 ticket holders each day will receive a complimentary random beetle keychain on a first-come, first-served basis.

World Cup Fever Sweeps the Venue — “Doggy Games” Infused with Football Fun as Furry Friends Transform into Stars
The popular “Olympets” returns with a host of entertaining competitive events, including the 50-foot sprint, Triathlon of Iron Dogs, and the weave-and-obstacle relay. To ride the wave of 2026 FIFA World Cup excitement, this year’s Games feature special football-themed elements, while a World Cup–themed photo zone invites furry companions and their owners to soak up the football frenzy together. Local pet apparel brand Momoji (Booth: 3D-F18) has also seized the moment to launch its new “MOMOJI FC” collection, drawing design inspiration from eight world-class football jerseys to create pet-exclusive scarves that transform beloved companions into pitch-side stars, ready to join their owners in celebrating the quadrennial football extravaganza.

Leading Brands Make Their Expo Debut — Cross-Industry Players Tap into the Pet Market
The immense potential of the pet economy has drawn a growing number of traditional non-pet brands into the space. This year’s Expo has attracted several prominent brands making their first appearance, extending their product development into the pet sector with new ranges designed specifically for pets and pet-owning households, and leveraging the Expo as a promotional platform to directly reach target consumers and capitalize on pet market opportunities. They include:

• Vinda Pawz (Booth: 3C-L29): Hong Kong’s No. 1 tissue brand* Vinda has launched pet pure-water wet wipes and antibacterial pee pads, certified by SGS Hong Kong dermatological testing and Germany’s Dermatest, formulated with pet-friendly ingredients to deliver a more comprehensive hygiene care experience for pet families. Free pee pad sample packs are available on-site, and customers who spend HK$100 or more can add just $1 to redeem a limited-edition Snoopy shopping bag. *Based on NielsenIQ retail audit reports for toilet tissue and soft-pack tissue across Hong Kong, July 2017 to June 2025 (© 2025 NielsenIQ)
• Dettol (Booth: 3C-P07): A plant-based Multi-Surface Antiseptic Liquid has been introduced, featuring a formula assessed by U.S. veterinarians and designed for use in homes with pets. Formulated with plant-based antibacterial ingredients, the product delivers up to 99.99% germ-killing efficacy and effectively eliminates 99.99% of common pathogens associated with cats and dogs. At the event, visitors can take part in a fun on-site pet quiz for a chance to receive complimentary laundry capsule samples. Guests who join the booth activities can also redeem exclusive pet-themed keychains, adding an extra touch of enjoyment to the experience.
• Jung Kwan Jang (Booth: 3D-H07): The world’s No. 1 ginseng brand Jung Kwan Jang is debuting in Hong Kong with its GINIPET Korean Red Ginseng dog food range, a bestseller in Korea for 10 years. Clinically validated by Seoul National University’s College of Veterinary Medicine, the formula has been proven to boost pets’ immunity by 1.9 times. Featuring a proprietary formula combined with hydrolyzed protein technology, it is hypoallergenic, easy to absorb and digest, and comes in three flavors with a crispy texture that even the fussiest eaters will love — a truly science-backed dog food for the new generation of pet owners. Free sample packs and a photo zone are available on-site.
• Choi Fung (Booth: 3E-B07): The C.F.Life pet range has launched a pet floor disinfectant cleaner that has passed SGS safety testing. Formulated with pet-friendly ingredients designed for households with pets and children, it uses specially selected natural enzymes and antibacterial agents that are gentle and non-irritating, killing 99.9% of germs and effectively removing lingering pet odors. Also available is a pet flea and tick repellent spray with potent active ingredients that combat ticks and fleas and relieve redness caused by insect bites.

Dual Spending Rewards — Swipe to Win Air Tickets Plus Points-to-Voucher Conversion
Visitors can also participate in the “Mastercard Scratch Card Lucky Draw”. During the Expo, for every $250 spent in a single transaction at designated booths with a Mastercard, visitors will receive one lucky draw chance; $500 earns two chances, and so on, up to a maximum of 10 chances per receipt. Participants can redeem scratch cards at the draw counter and instantly find out if they have won. Prizes include round-trip air tickets for two to Tokyo, Seoul, or Taipei, supermarket vouchers, and more. (Licence Numbers: 061395, 061397; terms and conditions apply.)

Exhibition Group also continues its partnership with The Club, under HKT, to run the “Point2Purchase Consumption Vouchers” programme. Since its launch last year, the programme has been piloted at multiple exhibitions to positive response. Over 4 million members of The Club can convert accumulated points into Expo-exclusive spending vouchers via the app, redeem physical vouchers at the dedicated counter in the venue, and use them instantly at designated booths — further encouraging local spending and delivering a win-win for both exhibitors and consumers.

Premium Pet Supplies Expo 2026

About Exhibition Group
Exhibition Group Limited is one of Hong Kong’s renowned exhibition companies. Our core team has been assembled since 2003, bringing together a group of innovative, experienced, and professional exhibition talents. As a leading event management company, specializing in the planning and operation of world-class public exhibitions, conferences, and trade fairs, covering a wide range of industries. With years of industry experience, we are committed to the development of exhibition and marketing businesses, gaining a prestigious reputation within the exhibition industry.

Our company organizes a variety of themed exhibitions and marketing projects, which not only receive substantial support from the business community and exhibitors but also effectively attract a large number of public participants. Each event has garnered rave reviews, resulting in a win-win situation for exhibitors in both product promotion and sales. Notable exhibitions include the Pet Show, In-Home Expo, Premium Pet Supplies Expo, Hong Kong Cat Expo, Hong Kong Holiday & Travel Expo, Extracurricular Activities Festival cum Teaching Materials and Supplies Expo, and Hong Kong Outdoor & Sports Expo, among others. In recent years, our company has been honored with several awards, including the “Outstanding Award for Pandemic Resilience,” “ESG Commendation Awards,” and “Innovative Exhibition Planning,” recognizing our business development achievements across various sectors.

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High Great Unveils Three Flagship Drones, Raising the Bar for the Global Drone Light Show Industry

New lineup spans an FAA-friendly outdoor swarm drone, a palm-sized indoor model, and a payload-ready aerial performer.

NEW YORK, June 5, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — As a leading global supplier of drone formation show equipment, High Great Innovation continues to drive technological advancements in formation flight. This release highlights the outdoor lightweight formation drone — EMO Mini — alongside complementary solutions for indoor and payload-based applications.

1. EMO Mini: Outdoor Lightweight Formation Drone

Weighing only 249g (8.8 oz), it is the lightest outdoor formation drone on the market. The minimum in-air flight spacing can be reduced to 0.8 meters (about 2.6 feet). Equipped with dual vision positioning and full-band RTK navigation, it supports case charging and takeoff, with storage space reduced to just 30% of traditional models. Featuring IP53 protection and a self-heating system, it can operate normally in light rain and low-temperature environments. It also features a new dual lighting system with 360° full-color display. Launch pricing starts at RMB 4,998 (approximately USD $685) per unit, with a minimum fleet order of 2,100 units — a configuration sized for full-scale show producers.

2. Fylo Mini: Indoor Micro Formation Drone

Weighing only 48 grams (1.7 oz), the Fylo Mini is engineered for indoor venues and close-proximity audience experiences. A full-coverage protective cage and centimeter-accurate wireless indoor 3D positioning make it safe and reliable for theaters, arenas, immersive installations, and brand activations where audiences sit within arm’s reach of the action.

3. RIFF: Multi-Function Payload Drone

RIFF is purpose-built for aerial performances that go beyond light alone. The platform supports modular payloads — including pyrotechnics, illuminated lanterns, and theatrical haze emitters — letting show designers blend traditional stagecraft with synchronized swarm flight in a single production.

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ST. PETERSBURG, Russia, June 5, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — The Russian edition of the first volume of “China’s Governance Under Xi Jinping’s Leadership” was launched at the 29th St. Petersburg International Economic Forum on Wednesday.

Roughly over 100 representatives from media outlets, think tanks and government authorities of China, Russia and other countries attended the launch ceremony.

During the ceremony, President of Xinhua News Agency Fu Hua, TASS Director General Andrey Kondrashov and Chinese Consul General in St. Petersburg Luo Zhanhui jointly unveiled the new book.

Participants of the event noted that the book is a documentary work presenting a panoramic view of the great practices and remarkable achievements in China’s governance in the new era. Packed with detailed case studies, objective perspectives and systematic elaboration, it fully documents China’s arduous journey of overcoming difficulties and forging ahead in the new era.

The Russian edition of the book is expected to serve as an authoritative and vivid reference for people from various walks of life in Russia seeking to better understand how China has achieved its development and the effectiveness of its governance, while also building a solid bridge for deeper China-Russia cultural exchanges, said the participants.

Compiled by Xinhua News Agency and published by Xinhua Publishing House for global distribution, the first volume of “China’s Governance Under Xi Jinping’s Leadership” is now available in Chinese, English, Arabic, Russian and other languages. 

• The line-up includes two new para-athletes – Indonesian para cyclist Muhammad Fadli Imamuddin and Malaysian para-athletics sprinter Muhammad Ammar Aiman Nor Azmi – alongside five returning athletes from the Paris 2024 cycle.
• Each athlete will be paired with a Dual Hero Project, a Toyota-supported initiative within the Asia region that gives back to the communities that shaped them.

SINGAPORE, June 5, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Toyota Motor Asia (TMA) today announced its refreshed line-up of seven Global Team Toyota Athletes (GTTAs) representing six countries across Southeast Asia, on the road to the Aichi-Nagoya 2026 Asian Games and Asian Para Games. The roster includes two new para-athletes, alongside returning athletes from the Paris 2024 cycle. This is also unified under Toyota’s regional brand platform, Move Your World, and reflects the company’s enduring belief that sport reveals what it truly means to be human.

Two new athletes join the Asia line-up

Fresh to the team are Indonesia’s Muhammad Fadli Imamuddin and Malaysia’s Muhammad Ammar Aiman Nor Azmi, who will join five Global Team Toyota Athletes from Indonesia, Malaysia, Philippines, Singapore, Thailand and the Vietnam across a range of sporting disciplines. Since 2018, Toyota has partnered with over 20 Global Team Toyota Athletes in Asia, supporting athletes who not only represent sporting excellence, but also embody the power of movement to drive progress beyond competition. As Toyota continues to evolve, its athlete partnerships remain a key expression of its Move Your World philosophy, where mobility extends beyond movement to create access, opportunity and progress within communities. Through the Global Team Toyota Athletes, Toyota continues to champion sport as a platform for inspiration, inclusion and meaningful community impact.

The full line-up of Global Team Toyota Athletes include:

“At Toyota, sport is a reflection of the human experience — the hope, the doubt, the dignity in defeat and the joy of moving forward together.

Across Asia, our seven Global Team Toyota Athletes embody that spirit, and it is our privilege to stand beside these athletes that continue to inspire and demonstrate how far dedication and courage can take them, both in competition and beyond.

Their journeys highlight the power of sport and its ability to open up new possibilities. Through Move Your World, we aim to support their ambitions in the lead-up to Aichi-Nagoya 2026, and to work alongside them in creating lasting impact in the communities that shaped them.” — Preston Tan, Vice President, Toyota Motor Asia

Dual Hero Projects: Turning Athlete Journeys into Community Impact

As part of the long-standing partnership with athletes in Asia, Toyota continues to drive positive impact through its Dual Hero Projects. Launched in 2018, the initiative pairs each athlete with a Toyota-supported project tied to a cause they care deeply about – extending their impact beyond competition and into the communities that shaped them. Since its inception, the programme has supported over 20 athlete-led initiatives across the region. 

In Singapore, Paralympic swimmer Toh Wei Soong co-created a 16-piece adaptive fashion collection that challenges perceptions of disability through inclusive design. In the Philippines, Paralympic champion Ernie Gawilan led a nationwide coastal cleanup and mangrove restoration initiative, mobilizing more than 1,300 volunteers across 33 sites and planting over 10,000 mangroves – restoring the very waters that accompanied his journey as an athlete. 

Similar Dual Hero Projects will be developed with each Asia GTTA across the span of our partnership with them.

Sport at the heart of Move Your World

As preparations for Aichi-Nagoya 2026 begin, Toyota’s expanded Asia athlete line-up brings together athletes who are not only striving for sporting excellence but also working to move their communities forward. Through sport, advocacy and local action, their journeys reflect the spirit of Move Your World – a belief that movement is most powerful when it opens doors for others.

About Toyota Motor Asia
Toyota Motor Asia is the regional corporate headquarters and subsidiary of Toyota Motor Corporation, based in both Singapore and Thailand.

Toyota Motor Asia leads and supports the Asia Pacific region in Sales and Marketing activities, Service Parts, Accessories and Customer Services, Product Planning, Production Control & Logistic, and Aftersales thus contributing to the overall development of auto industry and the growing economies in the region.

Toyota envisions the future mobility society to bring freedom of movement to all. Moving forward, Toyota will provide a diverse range of mobility services and transportation solutions to people around the world as we transform Toyota into a mobility company.

About Move Your World
Move Your World is Toyota’s regional brand platform across Asia, built on the belief that mobility is more than movement — it is what allows people to participate, to belong and to thrive. Through music, sport and community, Move Your World invites everyone in Asia to look up, to join, and to move the world forward, together.