Browser-based HD video converter tool combines adaptive enhancement, batch processing and flexible exports for reusable video content.
SAN FRANCISCO, Oct. 17, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Wink has introduced its HD Video Converter, an online tool for improving and repurposing existing footage. The tool is intended for creators, e-commerce sellers, social media teams and everyday users. It combines AI-powered video enhancement, scene-adaptive processing and flexible export options in a browser-based workflow. Changing file format or resolution is only part of the process.
According to the company, video from phones and cameras often passes through several stages before publication. A compressed copy may be made during transfer. A later version may be downloaded from a social platform or reused for a new campaign. By then, details may be softer, lighting uneven and compression artifacts more noticeable.
Wink released HD Video Converter to address these quality problems during conversion. Grainy noise can be reduced. The tool also refines fine textures and corrects color. It retains the recording’s original movement and composition as the file is converted to HD.
What Wink HD Video Converter Offers
Wink combines four capabilities: scene-adaptive enhancement, resolution choices, cloud batch processing and reusable exports. These are intended to help prepare existing footage for its next use.
Scene-Adaptive Video Enhancement
Lighting can change within one recording. Wink adjusts its processing as those conditions change. The converter considers motion and depth alongside the light. Fine hair and pores are meant to remain visible. Processing aims to preserve skin texture. Smoothing and sharpening are limited to preserve natural light.
1080p, 2K and 4K Export Options
Resolution is a choice for the finished file. Users choose between 1080p, 2K and 4K for the file they will take to TikTok, Instagram Reels or YouTube Shorts. An MP4, MOV or MKV recording from another device can come into Wink for conversion.
Cloud-Based Batch HD Video Conversion
Processing takes place online, reducing dependence on the power of a local computer. Batch HD video conversion handles multiple files in one job. A seller updating a catalogue of product clips, or a team preparing posts on deadline, can upload the group together. Users can organize the material for processing without starting a separate job for every file.
“The HD video converter responds to changes in light, movement and depth while keeping fine textures natural,” said Daniel Carter, a Wink spokesperson. “Users can prepare 4K video for social content, process several files in the cloud and save HD video, still frames or Live Photos. That gives existing recordings more than one use.”
One Video, Multiple Reusable Assets
Users may download the enhanced HD video at the end of a job. High-quality still frames are another option. A chosen highlight can be turned into a Live Photo. These exports give a single recording several uses. A creator can prepare compressed phone footage for a Reel. An e-commerce seller can process several product demonstrations together. A social media team could then pull a clear frame for a cover image or supporting post.
Wink is Meitu’s AI-powered video and image editing platform, offering tools for visual enhancement, restoration, retouching and content creation across web, desktop and mobile. Its video enhancer and image enhancer serve creators, brands and everyday users.
About Meitu
Founded in 2008, Meitu is an AI-driven technology company focused on image, video and design creation. Its portfolio includes Meitu, BeautyCam, Wink, DesignKit, Kaipai, Kumoo, WHEE, ZCOOL, RoboNeo and more. The company’s Imaging & Vision Lab (MT Lab) was established in 2010. As of December 31, 2025, Meitu’s monthly active users totaled 276 million worldwide. The figure included 100 million outside Mainland China. Its products support personal editing and commercial video and design work.
LAS VEGAS, Oct. 17, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Following its first appearance at EQUIP EXPO in 2025, PANDAG will showcase two G1 configurations indoors and outdoors while inviting U.S. professionals to request future demonstrations.
PANDAG will return to EQUIP EXPO 2026 in Louisville, Kentucky, from October 21–23, 2026, marking its second consecutive appearance at the event.
Following its first participation in 2025, PANDAG will bring the G1 commercial robotic lawn mower back to the U.S. professional equipment market, giving visitors the opportunity to explore two G1 configurations designed for different commercial mowing requirements.
The G1 combines LiDAR, AI Vision, RTK and 4G to support autonomous navigation and mowing, along with obstacle detection, automatic return-to-charge and resume, and multi-site management. With a 48-inch cutting width, G1 can cover up to 12 acres per day and operate on slopes of up to 38°.
Two G1 Configurations, Two Ways to Experience the Platform
At EQUIP EXPO, PANDAG will showcase the G1 M1500 SD (Side Discharge) at its indoor booth and the G1 M1500 RD (Rear Discharge) at its outdoor demonstration area.
Designed for fine-turf mowing applications that require a consistent cutting result, the G1 M1500 SD is suited to environments including golf courses, sports turf and other fine-turf areas.
Indoor Display • Booth #21062 Kentucky Exposition Center
PANDAG G1 M1500 RD commercial robotic mower for large-scale mowing
G1 M1500 RD – Rear Discharge
Designed for standard turf maintenance across a range of commercial grounds, the G1 M1500 RD is suited to applications including parks, municipal green spaces, campuses and commercial landscapes.
The two configurations give visitors an opportunity to explore how the G1 platform can be adapted to different commercial mowing requirements and to see the RD configuration operating outdoors.
Continuing G1 Demonstrations in the U.S.
PANDAG’s return to EQUIP EXPO is part of its continued engagement with the U.S. professional landscaping and outdoor equipment market.
Beyond the event, U.S. contractors, landscaping companies, dealers and other industry professionals can request a G1 demonstration to explore the mower in a real outdoor environment and discuss potential applications with the PANDAG team.
PANDAG plans to continue developing opportunities for professionals across the U.S. to experience G1 firsthand and engage directly with the company.
“Our first EQUIP EXPO gave us an opportunity to introduce G1 to professionals in the U.S. market. Returning this year allows us to take those conversations further by showing different G1 configurations and giving visitors the opportunity to see the machine operating outdoors,” said Fionn, Founder and CEO of PANDAG. “We look forward to continuing these conversations beyond the show and creating more opportunities for professionals to experience G1 firsthand.”
PANDAG develops commercial autonomous mowing and intelligent outdoor equipment for professional grounds maintenance. The company’s G1 platform combines autonomous navigation, multi-sensor perception and modular hardware for commercial mowing applications.
BANGKOK, Oct. 17, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — The Honourable Randeep Sarai, Secretary of State (International Development) on behalf of Canada’s bilateral development finance institution, FinDev Canada, announces the signing of a USD 60 million loan to Muangthai Capital (MTC), a leading non-bank financial institution (NBFI) in Thailand.
MTC signing ceremony
The parallel loan is in addition to the USD 200 million syndicated facility co-led by the Asian Development Bank (ADB) and Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation (SMBC), a leading private Japanese global financial institution, bringing the total funding raised to USD 260 million. The syndicate also includes commercial and state-owned banks, as well as an asset management firm.
This transaction will seek to improve women’s access to finance and represents FinDev Canada’s first direct loan to a Thai NBFI.
FinDev Canada will direct 100% of the loan proceeds toward MTC’s efforts to increase access to formal financial services for underserved rural women-owned micro, small, and medium-sized enterprises (WMSMEs), strengthening financial inclusion and economic growth in Thailand.
MSMEs play a critical role in Thailand’s sustainable and inclusive growth, contributing approximately 35% of its GDP and supporting significant employment opportunities. However, many enterprises face constraints in accessing formal credit, including limited or no credit history and insufficient collateral. As a result, MSMEs rely on informal lending, which significantly limits their growth potential and sustainability. With 90% of its customers located in rural areas, MTC is well-positioned to expand access to finance through its established lending model and branch network.
FinDev Canada’s commitment strengthens Canada’s relationship with Thailand and supports continued growth in investment, strengthening economic resilience in both countries. Thailand is Canada’s second‑largest trading partner within the Association of Southeast Asian Nations.
“FinDev Canada is committed to attracting more private sector capital into emerging markets across Asia-Pacific. Through our strategic partnership with MTC, alongside ADB and SMBC, we are increasing access to finance for underserved women-owned enterprises in Thailand, supporting more inclusive economic development. This transaction strengthens FinDev Canada’s financial sector capacity and Canada’s long-term economic engagement in the region,” said Lori Kerr, CEO, FinDev Canada.
“An investment in women is an investment in us all. Canada is empowering women entrepreneurs by expanding access to financing for MSMEs and strengthening the resources needed to succeed. By building financial bridges and breaking down barriers, Canada is advancing a more inclusive economy where everyone has the opportunity to succeed,” said the Honourable Randeep Sarai, Secretary of State (International Development).
“We are pleased to partner with FinDev Canada, alongside ADB and SMBC to expand access to formal financing for women-owned MSMEs, particularly in rural communities across Thailand. This partnership reflects our shared commitment to financial inclusion and sustainable economic growth, while strengthening MTC’s ability to serve underserved customers nationwide,” said Mr. Parithad Patcharachai, Chief Executive Officer, Muangthai Capital Public Company Limited.
About FinDev Canada
FinDev Canada is a development finance institution that invests in emerging markets to deliver development impact, financial returns, and shared economic prosperity. We provide debt, equity, blended finance, technical assistance, and advisory across infrastructure, agribusiness, and the financial industry in developing economies to support development through the private sector. Find out more about FinDev Canada at www.findevcanada.ca.
About Muangthai Capital
Muangthai Capital Public Company Limited is a leading non-bank financial institution in Thailand regulated by the Bank of Thailand, providing secured and unsecured financing to individuals and MSMEs. Its core products are vehicle title and land title deed loans, complemented by personal loans, nano finance, motorcycle hire purchase, and buy now pay later services. With a branch network covering all 77 provinces, MTC is committed to expanding financial inclusion and supporting sustainable economic growth, particularly in rural and underserved communities. Find out more at www.muangthaicap.com.
LONDON, Oct. 17, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — The 2026 edie Energy & Tech Awards ceremony took place in London today, with Wang Qiao, General Manager of Sunwoda Hungary, attending on behalf of the company. Sunwoda’s Digital Battery Passport Solution was among the nine finalists in the Supply Chain & Scope 3 Decarbonisation Project of the Year category.
Sunwoda’s Digital Battery Passport Solution at the 2026 edie Energy & Tech Awards
Organised by UK sustainability media platform edie, the category recognises value-chain decarbonisation through supplier engagement, procurement and improved data. Other finalists included Prologis and Mobilityways’ Green Travel Programme, Syngenta’s Collaborative Carbon Reduction and HH Global’s Sustainable Procurement Framework. Sunwoda brought a battery lifecycle data solution to this cross-sector field.
The solution links battery value-chain data to support product carbon footprint management and sustainability disclosures. Battery data spanning raw material sourcing, manufacturing, use and recycling is dispersed among suppliers, manufacturers and downstream partners, complicating carbon accounting and traceability. Sunwoda’s solution links product identity, carbon footprint and compliance information in one digital record. This supports emissions hotspot identification, supply-chain coordination and product sustainability disclosure preparation.
Development began in 2023, with collaborative pilots in 2024 and the platform’s launch in October 2025. Six modules cover supply chain management, traceability mapping, product carbon footprint, due diligence, passport management and operational management. Covering 78 indicators, the platform integrates material sourcing, environmental performance and compliance records, helping partners collect and access information about the same battery product. Secure data exchange and permission-based access support collaboration while protecting data.
The platform has progressed to practical applications. In 2024, two battery passport projects jointly developed by Sunwoda and its partners were selected for the Global Battery Alliance’s Battery Passport pilot programme. According to edie’s project profile, Sunwoda completed five pilots in 2025 and engaged 28 key suppliers in carbon management.
Sunwoda has collaborated on battery passport development and applications with well-known domestic and international companies, including TÜV Rheinland and Siemens China. These collaborations build experience linking battery information across organisations and stages of use.
From 18 February 2027, the EU Battery Regulation requires passports for electric vehicle batteries, light means of transport batteries and industrial batteries above 2 kWh placed on the EU market or put into service. Sunwoda plans to release phase two of its battery passport platform in mid-December 2026. Before implementation, platform development and collaborative applications will help customers prepare battery disclosures and connect supply chain information.
SHENZHEN, China, Oct. 17, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — ONERugged, a leading provider of rugged computing solutions, today announced the expansion of its Vehicle PC (VPC) portfolio with rugged vehicle-mount computers for agricultural and mining industries worldwide. As global agriculture shifts from conventional mechanization toward intelligent, precision-driven operations, and autonomous mining vehicles transition from pilot programs to full-scale commercial deployment, demand for reliable in-vehicle intelligence has reached an inflection point. ONERugged is addressing this market imperative with dedicated solutions built around its industrial-grade smart farming tablet and mining vehicle tablet series, delivering seamless vehicle integration and sustained operational stability in extreme environments.
Precision Agriculture Powered by the Smart Farming Tablet
The agricultural sector is undergoing a profound transformation. Escalating labor costs, tightening resource constraints, and the global imperative for sustainable farming have accelerated adoption of autonomous and semi-autonomous machinery. At the center of this shift, the ONERugged smart farming tablet serves as the intelligent hardware core for automated and assisted driving systems in agricultural vehicles. Equipped with high-precision positioning modules delivering centimeter-level accuracy, the device integrates seamlessly with autonomous steering systems, enabling farm vehicles to follow predetermined routes with exceptional precision. When connected to automated implements and monitoring peripherals—such as seeders, fertilizer spreaders, and crop sprayers—the tablet executes planting, fertilization, and pesticide application at prescribed rates and spacing. Real-time monitoring capabilities further allow operators to optimize row spacing for individual crop species, fundamentally redefining field management through data-driven decision-making.
Smart Farming Tablet for Precision Agriculture
By deploying these rugged vehicle-mounted tablets, agricultural enterprises are achieving unmanned field operations. The result is a measurable reduction in manual labor alongside significant gains in operational throughput. With real-time, centimeter-level accuracy, seamless integration with autonomous steering and automated implements, and data-driven decision-making capabilities, these tablets are driving a global revolution in precision agriculture.
Autonomous Mining Operations Enabled by the Mining Vehicle Tablet
Parallel to agriculture, the mining industry is experiencing its own automation renaissance. From open-pit extraction sites to high-altitude, complex operational environments, unmanned mining vehicles are reshaping the production landscape at scale. ONERugged’s dedicated mining tablet addresses critical requirements in vehicle automation, real-time personnel monitoring, and environmental surveillance. Purpose-built as a rugged mining vehicle tablet, the tablet aggregates data from infrared and laser sensors while supporting integration with driver-behavior monitoring and 360-degree surround-view systems. By combining visual algorithms with full-spectrum communication protocols, it provides a powerful hardware foundation upon which mining enterprises can build their own comprehensive operational management systems.
Mining Vehicle Tablet for Autonomous Mining Fleets
The rugged mining vehicle tablet enables continuous monitoring and automated alerting of abnormal driving behaviors, local storage of real-time video feeds, and automated anomaly reporting to cloud infrastructure—helping ensure uncompromising driver safety standards. It also supports 360-degree stitched video for pedestrian detection, obstacle recognition, and distance measurement, augmenting operator awareness in low-visibility conditions. The tablet provides hardware-level support for assisted-driving applications that enhance safety margins across hazardous terrain, as well as real-time personnel coordination and dispatch to streamline workforce and fleet management. Distinguished by high integration, broad compatibility, and optimized total cost of ownership, the ONERugged mining vehicle tablet integrates with new-energy and fully autonomous mining trucks, accelerating the intelligent modernization of traditional mining fleets.
VPC Product Portfolio: Engineered as the Best Vehicle Mount Computer for Harsh Environments
Technologically, ONERugged’s VPC product line encompasses multiple display sizes and configurations, including 8-inch and 10.1-inch form factors such as the V80J, V80T, V10J, V10T, and V12R. Each vehicle pc is engineered with high-performance CPU architectures capable of processing intensive computational workloads at the network edge. A standout characteristic of every ONERugged vehicle mount computer is its superior CAN bus communication capability, enabling seamless integration with native vehicle systems and satisfying the most demanding vehicular data-transmission requirements. The product line provides aviation-grade or Deutsch connectors and supports extensive I/O expansion—including CAN, RJ45, RS232, RS485, USB, and GPIO interfaces—to accommodate a diverse array of vehicles, agricultural implements, sensors, and peripheral devices.
Additional technical differentiators include multi-channel AHD high-definition video transmission for comprehensive visual telemetry; optional centimeter-level high-precision positioning for real-time equipment geolocation; and robust 4G communication with optional radio modules to ensure uninterrupted connectivity in remote and underserved regions. The systems support Windows, Android, and Linux, offering exceptional capacity for system customization and secondary development. Wide-voltage power input and ACC ignition-triggered auto-start ensure compatibility across diverse agricultural and mining vehicle electrical architectures. Enterprise-grade remote management is enabled through MDM (Mobile Device Management) compatibility. Certified to IP65 ingress protection and engineered for wide-temperature operation with ISO 16750 shock and vibration resistance, every ONERugged vehicle computer and in-cab computer is validated for continuous duty in complex topography and severe environmental conditions.
Customer Validation
The sustained loyalty of long-standing agricultural and mining automation clients, combined with accelerating new customer acquisition, confirms both the technological leadership and universal applicability of ONERugged products within industrial verticals. In precision agriculture, Cloudy Bay, a renowned premium winery in New Zealand, relies on precise vineyard management to craft every exceptional bottle. By integrating the ONERugged V10J vehicle PC with high-precision GPS and a cloud-based management system, Cloudy Bay has achieved automated spraying, real-time data tracking, and precision farming. This smart agriculture solution has significantly enhanced vineyard efficiency, providing valuable data support for premium wine production.
“The ONERugged V10J has made our operations more precise and efficient, optimizing resource use while ensuring every vine gets the care it needs. Real-time data gives us full visibility, enabling smarter decisions that improve grape quality and support sustainable farming.”
— Vineyard Operations Manager
Future Outlook
Looking ahead, the trajectory of agricultural and mining industries will be increasingly defined by intelligence and interconnectivity. ONERugged remains committed to serving as a dependable global partner for agricultural and mining automation solutions. By combining exceptional engineering with continuous innovation, the company is establishing itself as the best vehicle mount computer provider for organizations that refuse to compromise on field reliability. Whether deployed as a smart farming tablet in precision agriculture or as a mining vehicle tablet in autonomous extraction operations, ONERugged’s rugged vehicle-mount computers are built to perform where conventional consumer-grade technology fails.
ONERugged will continue to advance its product roadmap in close alignment with industry requirements, delivering rugged computing infrastructure that empowers global customers to achieve higher efficiency, enhanced safety, and sustainable operational excellence.
BEIJING, CHINA – Media OutReach Newswire – 16 October 2026 – In response to President Xi Jinping’s initiative to invite 100,000 young Americans to China over the next five years, a China-US youth exchange event was held from Oct 12 to 14 in Beijing, bringing together more than 200 students from both countries to engage in cross-cultural dialogues.
HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 16 October 2026 – The Hong Kong Electronic Industries Association (HKEIA) has introduced the inaugural “Future Industries Zone” at the 46th Hong Kong Electronics Fair (Autumn Edition) this year, bringing together innovative technology enterprises, research institutions and international partners to foster connections across the global technology ecosystem. The zone hosts a series of activities over four days. Today’s “Future Technology · Future Scenarios · Future Talent – Youth Scientists and Industry Application Scenario Matching Forum” welcomed Professor Sun Dong, Secretary for Innovation, Technology and Industry, as the officiating guest, bringing Hong Kong’s innovation and technology community together to exchange forward-looking insights. As a driving force behind the upgrading and long-term development of Hong Kong’s electronics industry, the HKEIA continues to serve as an industry “super connector”, bringing international resources and opportunities to Hong Kong while helping enterprises in Hong Kong and the Greater Bay Area expand globally.
Professor Sun Dong, Secretary for Innovation, Technology and Industry, delivered an address on the theme “Scenario-Driven, Talent-Connected: The Innovation Transfer Path from Lab to Future Industry”. The forum also featured keynote speeches and panel discussions covering the role of patient capital in supporting Hong Kong’s future industries, future entrepreneurial opportunities and challenges for young scientists, the connections between research commercialisation, talent and capital, and a dialogue among young scientist-entrepreneurs. Experts and academics from different sectors gathered to share their insights.
Building an innovation bridge with CES® to connect talent and opportunities
Drawing on its solid foundation and extensive enterprise network, the HKEIA, which spearheaded the establishment of the Future Industries Zone, serves as a “super connector”, bringing together technology innovators, industry leaders, investors and global buyers, and helping enterprises in the region connect with global markets. The Future Industries Zone has partnered with the Hong Kong Science and Technology Parks Corporation, the Hong Kong Productivity Council, the Hong Kong Federation of Innovative Technologies and Manufacturing Industries and Cyberport to curate five showcases highlighting future-industry applications: Future Microelectronics, Future Marine and Quantum Technologies, Future Manufacturing, Future Computing, and the Future Wellness and Living. The HKEIA has also spearheaded the introduction of CES Asia™ Unveiled Hong Kong and signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Consumer Technology Association (CTA)®, owner and producer of CES®. Under the MoU, the two parties will focus on cooperation in areas including technology collaboration, scenario-matching opportunities, resource integration and market expansion, further expanding their collaborative opportunities in Asia.
CES Asia™ Unveiled Hong Kong held at the “Future Industries Zone” aims to foster exchange and collaboration between Hong Kong startups and the international technology ecosystem. The event brought together Hong Kong-based startups that will exhibit at CES, showcasing various technologies and solutions, and featured keynote speeches, panel discussions on emerging technology trends, business networking sessions and a startup pitch competition. The winning start-up will receive a complimentary booth at CES 2027 Eureka Park, valued at more than HK$50,000, giving it a platform to connect with the international technology community and pursue cross-border growth opportunities.
Mr. Paul So, Chairman of the HKEIA, said: “We are honored to introduce CES Asia™ Unveiled Hong Kong at the Autumn Electronics Fair this year and to host a startup pitch competition as part of CES Asia™ Unveiled Hong Kong, providing promising startups with the opportunity to showcase their technologies to investors, business leaders and industry experts. As a world-class platform for innovation and consumer electronics, CES facilitates collaboration, innovation and knowledge exchange. We look forward to creating more opportunities for our members to connect with the CES community in the future, underlining Hong Kong’s significant role as a global innovation springboard and helping the industry enter the international market with greater influence.”
Mr. Gary Shapiro, Executive Chair of the CTA, said: “Innovation is global, and CES is at its best when we bring together the people and companies shaping technology around the world. HKEIA brings deep connections across Hong Kong’s technology ecosystem, while CTA brings the global CES network and perspective. Through this partnership, we can connect local and international innovators, support emerging companies in building global relationships, and open new opportunities for collaboration and international growth. We look forward to seeing the pitch competition winners at CES 2027.”
ExoTechHK Limited and EzyGreenPak were named co-winners of the startup pitch competition. ExoTechHK Limited is a pioneering wearable robotics company specialising in exoskeleton technology. Its mission is to reduce work-related injuries and improve overall well-being through enhancing mobility, strength, and endurance with cutting-edge exoskeletons. Its EXO-CORE lightweight exoskeleton is designed to reduce fatigue and physical strain, while helping lower the risk of occupational injuries among manual and frontline workers. EzyGreenPak develops sustainable packaging materials and smart packaging solutions. Its DissolveTech™ plant-based, water-soluble material is designed for consumer electronics packaging and dissolves in hot water without generating microplastics. It can also incorporate QR codes or NFC-enabled Digital Material Passports to support ESG traceability.
Alongside the CES Asia™ Unveiled Hong Kong Startup Pitch Competition awards, the Hong Kong Electronics Industry Award is another annual highlight for Hong Kong’s electronics sector. Jointly organised by the HKEIA and the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC), the award encourages the industry to advance product design and technological innovation, while recognising outstanding exhibitors. This year, Lenovo received the Gold Award and the Grand Prix Award. The list of winners will be announced on the Association’s website and publicised through the media and other promotional channels.
Showcasing future-industry innovations and connecting enterprises, technologies and real-world application
The Hong Kong Electronics Fair (Autumn Edition) is currently taking place at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre. A key highlight of the fair, the Future Industries Zone is jointly organised by HKEIA and the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC), with the full support of the Innovation, Technology and Industry Bureau (ITIB). Covering five future-industry sectors, the zone provides innovative companies with opportunities to showcase their capabilities and demonstrate how their technologies can be applied in real-world settings. More than 100 leading companies from across the industry are taking part, showcasing their latest technology innovations, including:
Artificial intelligence: Lenovo is showcasing a range of innovations, including its Lenovo xIQ Agent Platform, designed to simplify, accelerate, and operationalise AI across the enterprise. Extending Lenovo’s Hybrid AI Advantage™, it covers AI agents, digital workspaces and hybrid cloud with shared governance and automation – empowering organisations to scale AI adoption, drive intelligent automation, and advance business transformation.
Advanced materials: Ka Shui Group is presenting two proprietary special magnesium alloy series: the KSFR flame-retardant modified magnesium alloy series and the HTCM high-thermal-conductivity modified magnesium alloy series. With flame-retardant, heat-dissipating and corrosion-resistant properties, these materials are designed for applications including new energy vehicles, the low-altitude economy and 3C consumer electronics.
Green energy: GP Energy Tech International Limited is showcasing its nickel-zinc (NiZn) batteries, designed specifically for AI applications. With a recycling rate of more than 90%, a compact footprint and non-combustible chemistry, the batteries offer an efficient, safe and reliable backup power solution for data-centre uninterruptible power supply (UPS) systems, intelligent transport systems and other critical infrastructure.
A diverse programme brings together innovation clusters and collaboration opportunities
Aligned with global innovation and technology trends and Hong Kong’s policy direction, the Future Industries Zone has hosted a diverse programme across its five future-industry themes. Highlights include the announcement of the Tech Top 100 Award; the release of the “Future Energy Solutions in the AI Era” report; the “Rooted in Hong Kong. Connecting to the Future”: Enterprise Overseas Expansion and Financial Empowerment Summit; the Marine Milestones and Future Marine Technology Summit; and the Artificial Intelligence and Token Economy Forum. Through industry dialogues, business-matching sessions and networking activities, the zone brings the innovation and technology ecosystem together on one platform, creating opportunities for knowledge exchange, partnership-building and investment connections.
Hong Kong Electronics Fair (Autumn Edition) – Future Industries Zone Date: 13 – 16 October 2026 Venue: Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre, 1 Expo Drive, Wan Chai, Hong Kong
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About Hong Kong Electronic Industries Association
The Hong Kong Electronic Industries Association represents the local electronics and technology industry. It is dedicated to promoting the development of the industry, facilitating technology advancement, assisting members in expanding their businesses, and reflecting industry opinions to the government on relevant policies.
AI Takes Center Stage as Huanyu Expands Its Global Reach
CANNES, France, Oct. 16, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — The 42nd MIPCOM Cannes opened October 12 at the Palais des Festivals in Cannes, France, focusing on branded entertainment, AI-generated content, microdramas and vertical video. Huanyu Entertainment presented new productions, including Shadows of Desire and Echoes, and participated as a lead partner in the October 14 AI Entertainment Forum, discussing AI content monetization.
Chinese Productions Highlight Cultural Heritage and Visual Aesthetics
The China Pavilion, organized under the guidance of the State Council Information Office and National Radio and Television Administration (NRTA), highlighted industry innovation under the theme “Brilliant China, Intelligent Innovation for the Future.” Huanyu presented productions, including Shadows of Desire and Echoes, showcasing Chinese cultural heritage, distinctive visual aesthetics and high production standards.
Huanyu met with representatives of dozens of international platforms and industry organizations. He Youlin, China’s consul general in Marseille, and Shi Zhiyan, an NRTA international cooperation official, visited the company’s stand and met with Huanyu co-founder and general manager Yang Le. They praised the company’s efforts to reach international audiences and develop innovative content.
AI Forum Examines Content Production and Monetization
AI-generated content (AIGC) featured prominently at MIPCOM, particularly its implications for production and revenue models. At the October 12 China New Productions Showcase, Huanyu’s head of distribution presented the AI-produced series Palace: Forbidden Scent.
Huanyu Entertainment: The 42nd MIPCOM Cannes On-site Photos & Production Posters
At the October 14 forum, Huanyu, the only Chinese lead partner, presented “Exploring AI Content Monetization,” outlining its work in AI-assisted production, digital asset creation and reuse, production efficiency and commercialization.
Expanding Chinese Content’s International Reach
Huanyu’s international strategy spans storytelling, talent, intangible cultural heritage and intellectual property. Story of Yanxi Palace was translated into 15 languages and reached more than 90 markets; Winter Begonia became the first Peking Opera-themed Chinese drama to enter North America; Delicacies Destiny was Disney+’s first Chinese-language series; and Legacy was HBO’s first mainland Chinese original. The Double became the first Chinese-language series released simultaneously on Netflix and Disney+, topping charts in multiple countries. Feud entered viewing charts in 15 countries and regions, while Glory was distributed to more than 20 markets.
Huanyu plans to expand international distribution and develop new approaches to presenting Chinese stories to global audiences.