The Monsters Pin for Love Series Available Starting August 29

SYDNEY, MADRID and LONDON, Aug. 29, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — POP MART’s mini-sized Labubu pendant, as part of “The Monsters Pin For Love Series”, debuts today on AliExpress, Alibaba’s global retail marketplace.

The collection features two alphabetical series, A-M and N-Z, with each pendant corresponding to a letter of the alphabet. Each series contains 14 standard designs and one hidden design. Collectors have a 1:14 chance of obtaining a standard design and a 1:168 chance for the hidden version.

Unlike the regular 17-centimeter Labubu vinyl plushies, the Mini Labubu measures 10.5 centimeters in height (6 x 4.5 x 10.5 cm), making it ideal for phone charms and keychains.

The Monsters series character Labubu, designed by Kasing Lung, surged in popularity after celebrities were spotted with the toys in 2023. The toothy monster has since become a global collectible sensation.

POP MART launched its official flagship store on AliExpress in 2020, marking a significant step in its global expansion. The platform has since become a vital channel for POP MART, featuring livestream shopping and offline events showcasing its popular character collections.

In late August, AliExpress and POP MART brought their first Skullpanda character event to the music festival – elrow Town Marbella 2025 in Spain. Visitors to the AliExpress × POP MART booth participated in interactive games for exclusive prizes in an immersive, music-filled environment.

AliExpress partnered with POP MART in June for multiple livestream events, enhancing the shopping experience for collectible toy fans. This Mini Labubu release marks another step in expanding the character’s global market presence.

About AliExpress

Launched in 2010, AliExpress is a global e-commerce platform dedicated to creating a better shopping experience for hundreds of millions of consumers in more than 200 countries and regions. In addition to the English version, the AliExpress platform is available in 15 other languages. AliExpress is part of Alibaba International Digital Commerce Group.

AI-driven demand generation leader accelerates growth in Asia with its flagship platform Amplifye.AI, redefining how businesses engage customers.

HONG KONG, Aug. 29, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Demand AI today announced the official launch of its Hong Kong operations, marking the company’s 8th global office since its inception earlier this year. The expansion underscores Demand AI’s rapid international growth and its commitment to serving clients across Asia with next-generation demand generation solutions.

Demand AI Hong Kong

At the core of Demand AI’s success is Amplifye.AI, the company’s flagship platform that merges AI-driven chat with dynamic content in a transparent, user-friendly format. By delivering higher-quality leads and sharper insights, Amplifye.AI is transforming how businesses connect with buyers—aligning perfectly with the growing demand for simplified, interactive digital experiences.

“Our excitement and adrenaline are like nothing I’ve experienced before,” said Charlie Whife, Chief Revenue Officer at Demand AI. “We have a product that fits perfectly with both our clients’ needs and the behavioral changes of end users. People don’t want to search endlessly or fill out forms anymore—they want to interact directly with content and get precise answers. That’s exactly what Amplifye.AI delivers.”

With the addition of Hong Kong, Demand AI continues to cement its position as a global leader in AI-powered demand generation, expanding its reach into key markets and accelerating the adoption of its groundbreaking platform.

About Demand AI:
Demand AI Group Inc. is a global B2B demand generation company pioneering the use of generative AI to transform how businesses engage with prospects. Through its flagship platform Amplifye.AI, Demand AI delivers better leads, better insights, and real engagement. Since its founding, Demand AI has established operations in the United States, United Kingdom, Ireland, Singapore, Australia, India, Dubai, and Hong Kong.

India’s premier Professional Audiovisual event offers last chance to register before it prepares to welcome thousands. The show reinforces its importance as the nation leads as the fastest-growing Pro AV market in APAC.

MUMBAI, India, Aug. 29, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — The final countdown has begun for InfoComm India 2025, the nation’s definitive tradeshow for Professional Audiovisual (Pro AV) and integrated experiences. Opening its doors from 9-11 September at the Jio World Convention Centre, Mumbai, the event is set to be a landmark edition, featuring a packed show floor spread across four halls, an insightful summit program, and a sharp focus on the real-world integration of Artificial Intelligence in the AV ecosystem.

The 2025 exhibition will host an expansive showcase of 200 leading companies from 11 countries, making it a critical destination for sourcing next-generation technology. Attendees will have the first look at over 130 new product launches, with the range of innovation further expanded by 39 first-time exhibitors. This growth is exemplified by Jasmine Hall on Level 3, which has tripled in scale, featuring more than 40 exhibitors, making it a must-visit area. Key exhibitors include ET, Beenext, BXB, Drita, Extron, Hubris, Infonics, Silicon Radio House, Televic, Qizar and more.

“India’s Pro AV market is not just growing; it’s innovating at an incredible pace, and InfoComm India is at the very heart of this transformation,” said June Ko, Executive Director of InfoCommAsia. “This year, we are placing a major emphasis on AI readiness and practical, hands-on learning. From the show floor to the summit, attendees will discover tangible solutions and actionable strategies to navigate the next wave of technological advancement.”

AI Takes Center Stage on the Show Floor

This year’s exhibition will be a hotbed of AI-powered innovation. Attendees will get a firsthand look at next-generation solutions designed to create smarter, more efficient, and more engaging experiences. Key AI-driven products on showcase include:

• BOSCH (D20): Demonstrating the IX Series DSP Amplifiers with an integrated TaskEngine for smart automation and intelligent zone control in complex AV environments.
• DVSI (C33): Featuring AI:EX, an on-premise AV management system using AI for predictive support, NLP-based control, and intelligent troubleshooting.
• IACTIVE TECHNOLOGY (K33): Unveiling the IActive W Pro Series, an all-in-one interactive flat panel with built-in AI for real-time feedback and task automation.
• KORBYT (TE07): Presenting an AI Suite for Digital Signage that enables AI-driven content personalization and intelligent scheduling.
• MODERN STAGE SERVICE (K20): Launching AI video generation solution that converts ideas and scripts into high-impact videos for advertisements, storytelling, and education, enabling users to create visually stunning, cost-effective, and personalized content at scale.
• QIZAR SOLUTIONS (TH17): Displaying AIDA – camera equipped with 12G-SDI, a full bandwidth NDI®, Genlock, and AI auto-tracking to streamline workflow with superior versatility and professional results.
• X-TEN AV (L26): Presenting XAVIA – AV industry’s first AI agent that streamlines workflow, automating designs, BOMs, proposals, reports, and project management for greater accuracy and efficiency.
• WILDCARD TECHNO SERVICES (TD01): Presenting Yealink MeetingBar A40 – a compact video bar with AI audio, Intelli-Focus camera and touchscreen for seamless meetings.

Other exhibitors with market-ready AI-driven solutions include Lumens Digital Optics Inc. (F20), Technoclass Edtech (TG10), Datavideo Technologies (CC01), Sennheiser (F10), and Stapes India (TE17). Explore even more solutions and exhibitors here.

A Vibrant Show Floor: Hotbed of Innovation

InfoComm India 2025 will serve as a launch pad for over 130 new-to-market solutions. Highlights from the show floor include:

• BARCO (E20): Launching its ClickShare Hub: one of the first modular video conferencing room systems built on Microsoft Device Ecosystem Platform, enabling AI-assisted meeting experiences.
• DATAVIDEO TECHNOLOGIES (CC01): Presenting the all-new 4K auto tracking PTZ camera with AI tracking, and its Auto Podcast solution.
• LUMENS (F20): Unveiling its brand new VoiceConnect solution that features built-in voice detection, allowing auto-framing of active presenter, highlighting active speaker and intelligently follow conversations between multiple guests.
• SENSES ELECTRONICS (G35): Debuting their 4K smart panel SenseTeam, with AI-enhanced camera and microphone, PIR sensor and secure NFC reader.

Go Beyond the Booth: Immersive Demos, Workshops & Networking

This year, InfoComm India is rolling out new experiences and initiatives:

• Dedicated Demo Rooms: For the first time at InfoComm India, leading brands including HARMAN, JABRA, and SILICON RADIO HOUSE will host dedicated rooms on level 1 of JWCC for in-depth solution demonstrations.
• AVIXA Xchange Live: For the first time in India, the thriving AVIXA Xchange online community comes to life on the show floor. This dedicated hub will host engaging discussions and in-person connections for groups including the AVIXA Women’s Council in Asia, Rising Professionals, AV Marketers, and the AV/IT Community.
• Practical AVoIP Skills Workshop: On Day 3 (11 Sept), professionals can gain practical expertise in the “Mastering AV Networking” session. This expert-led training provides hands-on experience in configuring and implementing essential AVoIP protocols.
• First-ever AVIXA CTS® Training in India: Demonstrating huge industry demand, AVIXA’s in-person CTS® (Certified Technology Specialist™) preparation course, held for the first time in India from 7-9 September, is fully booked, offering a sold-out class a direct pathway to certification just before the show.

The Summit is set to feature a lineup of more than 50 distinguished industry experts and thought leaders from across India and the globe, spread across over 60 dynamic sessions. This year, the spotlight is on AI – how it integrates into AV workflows, and how professionals can apply it meaningfully across various environments, including enterprise, education, government, and media. The show kicks off on 9 Sept, at 10.30 am with “Reimagining Boundaries: The Future of Business & Technology in 2030,” a high-powered panel discussion offering a glimpse into the transformative trends that will redefine industries.

The InfoComm India Summit is free to attend for all registered visitors, except for select training sessions and workshops, which require a fee. The complete Show Program and Schedule are available here.

Discover the “Hidden Gems”

As a final call to visitors, the show encourages everyone to explore the unique networking and learning opportunities that make InfoComm India an unmissable event:

• Regional AV Roundtable & Mixer: Taking place on 10 Sept, this is an exclusive, high-value networking event where system integrators, manufacturers, and solution providers converge to explore emerging trends and opportunities.
• Sector-Focused Show Floor Tour: Happening on 10 Sept, at 11 am, this expert-led tour focuses on Smart Workplaces & Smart Classrooms. This is designed to help buyers find the specific solutions specific for creating intelligent and responsive ecosystems in workspaces and learning environments.
• Welcome Networking Event: Co-organized with AVIXA, this session provides a dynamic platform for connecting with AV professionals and tech decision-makers from across industries.

Plan Your Visit: Final Call for Registration

Professionals and technology end-users are encouraged to register in advance to ensure seamless entry. Visitor registration is complimentary. Secure your show badge here. For complete show information, visit our website here.

About InfoComm Asia Pte Ltd.

InfoCommAsia Pte Ltd. extends its influence through three marquee shows: InfoComm Asia; InfoComm China, Beijing; and InfoComm India. Each show features an exhibition that showcases the world’s most cutting-edge and in-demand professional audiovisual and integrated experience technology solutions and a summit that presents learning opportunities. The shows bring together professional audiovisual industry players and top-level decision-makers from across different markets to tap into the vast potential presented by pro AV solutions.

For more information, visit: infocomm-asia.com | infocomm-china.com | infocomm-india.com 

For media enquiries, please write to media@infocommasia.com or contact:

Angie Eng, Marketing Director
InfoCommAsia Pte Ltd
angieeng@infocommasia.com 

KAOHSIUNG, Aug. 29, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — As AI, HPC, and 5G drive semiconductor innovation, advanced packaging has become the next strategic focus. Yole Group projects the market to exceed USD 50 billion by 2025, with fan-out panel-level packaging (FOPLP) growing more than 15% annually.

E&R Engineering (TPE: 8027) will present its latest laser and plasma solutions at SEMICON Taiwan 2025, covering FOPLP, Through-Silicon Via (TSV), Through-Glass Via (TGV), and plasma dicing. These fully integrated process technologies help customers manage high I/O density, warpage control, and ultra-fine features.

FOPLP Solutions

E&R provides a full equipment portfolio, including laser marking, dicing, plasma cleaning, laser debonding, and ABF drilling, supporting panels up to 700×700 mm. With precision control, the systems maintain productivity while stably processing substrates with warpage up to 16 mm.

TSV – Through-Silicon Via Applications

With the rise of 3D packaging and advanced memory, TSV has become essential for high-density integration. E&R delivers via drilling, cleaning, and debonding solutions that combine laser and plasma to achieve accurate via profiles, low defectivity, and reliable interconnects across wafer sizes and materials.

Glass Substrate Solutions

In the emerging glass core substrate segment, E&R’s laser modification achieves > 0.9 via circularity, 10:1 aspect ratios, and 1,500 vias/sec drilling. The solution supports CoPoS and ABF substrate applications, enabling high-performance, high-yield manufacturing. In partnership with E-core partners, E&R will also showcase a complete metallization – enabled glass substrate process flow at the show.

Complete Packaging and Process Support

Designed, manufactured, and qualified in Taiwan with components from leading U.S. and European suppliers, E&R equipment has shipped over 500 units worldwide. Its solutions are widely adopted in FCBGA, FCCSP, fan-out, and wafer-level packaging by major OSATs and IDMs. The company also expanded its Flip Chip BGA portfolio, offering Pre-Flip Chip Die Bond Plasma Cleaning, Pre-Molding/Underfill Plasma Cleaning and Laser Marking for traceability. In 2025, E&R introduced a fully automated high-power burn-in solution, supporting up to 3,000W test environments.

E&R invites industry partners to visit us and explore next-generation packaging and dicing technologies with our technical team.

SEMICON Taiwan 2025 – E&R Engineering Corp.

• Venue: Taipei Nangang Exhibition Center, Hall 1
• Booth: 4F, #N0968
• Dates: September 10–12, 2025
• Website: https://en.enr.com.tw/

SINGAPORE, Aug. 29, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — The JungKwanJang delegation included Kim Yang-jin, Director General of the Overseas Business Division; Jung Jong, Director General of the Asia-Pacific Business Division; and Kim Jong-sik, Director of the Future Business Research Institute, along with five other representatives. HEC Group was represented by Director and General Manager Tang Xinfa; Lu Yuxin, Director and General Coordinator of the Health Industry; Li Wenjia, Deputy General Coordinator of the Health Industry and Dean of the Health Research Institute; Chen Hao, General Manager of HEC Pharmacy Chain Sales; Chen Junhao, among other corporate leaders.

Key Focal Discussions: Powerful Alliance Launches a New Chapter in the Global Health Industry

During the meeting, both sides shared their core strengths and strategies. Tang Xinfa, Director and General Manager of HEC Group, highlighted the company’s focus on ecological breeding and scientific innovation of Cordyceps sinensis, while expanding its market applications. Through premium brand HEC Fresh Cordyceps and national brand HEC Buji, the group pursues its vision of “making high-quality Cordyceps accessible to all.” With aligned visions and strategies, both parties look forward to synergizing across products, channels, and branding to advance the global health industry.

JungKwanJang representatives highlighted their pursuit of partners with innovation, quality, and cultural influence. Recognizing HEC Group as a global leader in ecological Cordyceps with strong achievements in research, quality, and tonic culture, they see it as an ideal partner. Together, the “Red Ginseng + Cordyceps” synergy is expected to bring the health benefits of modern technology and traditional tonics to more consumers worldwide.

Through this partnership, the two parties will establish a comprehensive strategic collaboration, leveraging their core strengths in ecological Cordyceps sinensis breeding R&D and Korean red ginseng health products. Together, they will drive the global development of premium health products.

International Perspective: Mutual Empowerment to Boost Global Branding

Amid globalization, Chinese enterprises are advancing globally with products as the foundation, brands as the wings, and culture as the soul. Within this framework, HEC Group is building a health ecosystem that bridges tradition and modernity, domestic and international markets, with Cordyceps sinensis at its core.

As a national health brand with global reach, HEC Cordyceps has steadily advanced its international strategy—partnering with the Boao Forum for Asia, appearing at high-level platforms such as the China-Arab States Cooperation Forum, and hosting the Summit Forum on Cordyceps Brand Internationalization to engage leading experts on global development.

Through this collaboration, both sides will leverage their global strengths—JungKwanJang ‘s presence in over 40 countries and regions and HEC Group’s extensive pharmaceutical and wellness network—to accelerate cross-border circulation of health products. They will drive joint marketing, co-branded products, and expansion in China and abroad, further enhancing both brands’ global influence.

Forward-looking Layout: Upgrading the Health Industry with “Cordyceps+”

In recent years, ecological breeding of Cordyceps sinensis has grown rapidly. Since 2007, HEC Group has invested over RMB 4 billion and built a team of 260 experts, establishing a 400,000 m² ecological base with annual output exceeding 60 tons—leading the global industrialization of Cordyceps breeding.

HEC Group has built a health industry cluster centered on raw Cordyceps and extended into deep-processed products, addressing wellness, travel convenience, and premium gifting. It has ranked first globally in ecological Cordyceps sales for five consecutive years.

Leveraging advanced deep-processing technology, the Group is developing “Cordyceps+” products aligned with global wellness trends—such as Whitening Drinks and Lung-Clearing Powder—reinterpreting traditional tonics for diverse cultural needs.

Through its partnership with JungKwanJang, HEC Group will integrate world-leading Cordyceps breeding with red ginseng deep-processing technology to create a new generation of functional health products—another forward-looking step in its “Cordyceps+” strategy.

Looking ahead, HEC Group will expand its portfolio, modernize traditional tonics, and accelerate the globalization of Eastern wellness through premium Cordyceps products and services. Singapore, as HEC Group’s regional hub, will see the opening of its flagship store at the iconic Marina Bay Sands in 2026. This milestone underscores the Group’s ambition to expand its global footprint in health & wellness.

BRISBANE, Australia, Aug. 29, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — The Waste and Recycling Industry of Queensland (WRIQ) today revealed the thirteen finalists for ChallengeWaste – Lithium Ion Battery Innovation Challenge, a first-of-its-kind program to tackle one of the waste sector’s most urgent safety and sustainability issues.

The initiative, launched in May, called for breakthrough solutions to address lithium battery fires – a problem causing more than 12,000 fires across Australia each year. Each finalist has now been paired with a leading industry partner and will pilot their technology in real-world waste and recycling settings.

“Lithium batteries are creating thousands of dangerous fires every year across Australia. By connecting these innovators with leading waste and recycling organisations, we are accelerating the path from idea to impact,” said Alison Price, CEO of WRIQ.

“These finalists show the depth of ingenuity across Australia and beyond – from early detection technologies through to safe recycling, energy recovery, and workforce protection. This program demonstrates what’s possible when industry and innovators come together to solve one of our sector’s biggest challenges.”

Finalists advancing to pilot stage:

• ADA-RNET – replacing plastic bags with reusable ‘eco nets’ for driver collection of batteries
• SalfeLi Recycling – providing a mobile, transportable battery recycling plant
• Detection Dog School – using sniffer dogs to identify lithium ion batteries within waste and recycling plants.
• Draeger – adapting proven gas detection technology to provide early warning of lithium-ion battery combustion inside waste collection vehicles
• Encaps – deploying a biodegradable fire suppression agent that neutralises lithium-ion battery fires.
• iQ Renew – trialling RFID-based battery detection labels for waste collection.
• Li-ion Energy Pty Ltd – trialling a decentralised battery recovery and reuse system in Queensland 
• NRG Sense – applying Al technology within waste and recycling trucks to scan waste bins in real time for batteries.
• Oscorp Energy – developing an AI-driven robotic module that detects and removes batteries from waste streams, preventing fires and improving recycling outcomes.
• RMIT University – designing an AI-driven sensor system that integrates infrared, ultraviolet, and gas detection to provide early warning of fires in waste collection vehicles.
• Sustainable Lithium Cells Australia – creating a product stewardship and social enterprise model that recycles vapes containing lithium batteries
• Visia – using x-ray and AI technologies to detect lithium-ion batteries and other hazardous items.
• VisionHQ – investigating the implementation of an AI-powered detection system for waste trucks that identifies hazardous batteries in real time.

WRIQ would like to thank the members of the waste and recycling industry who are supporting the ChallengeWaste program. Industry leaders, including Cleanaway, JJ’s Waste and Recycling, Pure Environmental, and ResourceCo are generously giving their time and providing access to facilities for the pilot trials. Their contribution is vital to helping innovators test and refine solutions in real-world settings, and ensures the program delivers lasting impact for the sector and community.

ABOUT THE WRIQ CHALLENGE WASTE COMPETITION

ChallengeWaste is a one-off program designed to attract and foster international and Australian ingenuity to address lithium battery safety in waste management. It is proudly funded through the Queensland Government’s Recycling and Jobs Fund and judged by senior leaders from industry and government.

ABOUT WRIQ

The Waste and Recycling Industry of Queensland (WRIQ) is the unified voice of waste management, recycling and resource recovery in the State.

Representing just under a hundred Queensland-based organisations ranging from multi-nationals through to small family owned and operated businesses, WRIQ engages in a broad range of state-specific issues of strategic importance to the sustainability and development of the sector.

MANILA, Philippines, Aug. 29, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — This year’s World Food Expo (WOFEX) in Manila offered an excellent platform to showcase the strengths of the European poultry sector: certified quality, transparency, and a responsible approach to production.

The EU co-funded campaign “European Poultry – From Our Farms to Your Tables” at WOFEX 2025

From 6–9 August 2025, as part of the “European Poultry – From Our Farms to Your Tables“ campaign, organizations representing the European poultry industry presented their expertise and values to the Philippine market. On 7 August, a dedicated press event brought together media representatives, industry experts, and key business partners.

Co-financed by the European Union, the three-year campaign is designed to raise awareness in the Philippines of the strict standards that define EU poultry production. Its activities target importers, distributors, and consumers who increasingly value products with verified origins, consistent quality, and a strong commitment to responsibility.

“European poultry is about more than taste. It is the story of how innovation goes hand in hand with care for the environment, animal welfare, and consumer safety,” said Dariusz Goszczyński, President of the National Poultry Council – Chamber of Commerce (KRD-IG) in Poland, during the press event.

The press event also highlighted the role of EU quality and certification systems, which not only open doors to international markets but also guarantee food safety and full traceability. Participants learned about the foundations of EU poultry production – from efficient resource use and automation, through rigorous animal welfare standards, to social responsibility and efforts to reduce food waste across the supply chain.

The presence of European poultry producers at WOFEX 2025 marked another important step in building long-term relations with the Philippine market. The fair gathered 724 exhibitors and attracted more than 72,000 visitors. The campaign’s booth hosted dozens of B2B meetings, some of which are expected to result in concrete business cooperation.

With its rapidly expanding middle class and rising demand for certified protein, the Philippines represents a market with strong growth potential. European poultry is well positioned to meet these needs — offering not only quality but also the assurance that every stage of production meets strict standards of responsibility.

More information: www.eupoultry.eu
Media inquiries: pressoffice@eupoultry.eu

The campaign is implemented by the Poland’s National Poultry Council – Chamber of Commerce (KRD), a representative organization from Poland acting on behalf of the European poultry industry.