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Hong Kong Digital Entertainment Association’s 2nd “Future Animation – AI-Assisted Animation Production Support Scheme” Experience Sharing Seminar cum Premiere

Six local companies utilized AI technology to assist in animation production, showcasing the charm of Hong Kong’s creative arts

HONG KONG, Aug. 8, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — The Hong Kong Digital Entertainment Association (HKDEA), supported by the Cultural and Creative Industries Development Agency (CCIDA) as the Lead Sponsor, is hosting the 2nd “Future Animation – AI-Assisted Animation Production Support Scheme” (“Future Animation” Scheme). Following the earlier support for six selected local animation companies (“selected companies”) to participate and showcase at the 2025 Annecy International Animation Film Festival and Market in France in June, an experience sharing seminar is being held today at the Hong Kong Art Centre. The six selected companies are invited to share their valuable experiences gained from participating in “Future Animation” Scheme, as well as the challenges and achievements faced in the process of applying AI-assisted animation production. Simultaneously, the organizer announced its jury’s choices to recognize outstanding production teams and works. Following the seminar, the Hong Kong premiere was held to allow industry professionals, the public, and media to appreciate the six locally produced original animations utilizing AI technology as assistance.

We were honored to have Mrs. Lowell CHO, Acting Commissioner for Cultural and Creative Industries as the guest-of-honor, alongside Mr. Gabriel PANG, Chairman of HKDEA., to present the three Jury’s Choice awards.

Mrs. CHO, Acting Commissioner for Cultural and Creative Industries, acknowledged the positive feedback from the industry regarding the locally produced original animations under “Future Animation” Scheme and congratulated the winning teams.

Mr. Gabriel PANG, Chairman of HKDEA, expressed, “We are very pleased to successfully host the 2nd “Future Animation – AI-Assisted Animation Production Support Scheme” and sincerely thank the Cultural Creative Industries Development Agency for their tremendous support. The rapid development of AI is having a significant impact on global animation creation. As a vibrant and creative city, we hope this Scheme will help local animation talents accelerate their mastery of AI’s practical applications production, enhance efficiency, leverage strengths, and promote industry innovation and long-term development. Through participation in international exhibitions and exchange activities, we also aim to showcase more excellent and diverse local original animation works internationally, demonstrating Hong Kong’s strength in the integration of art and technology and expanding more overseas collaboration opportunities.”

The “Future Animation” Scheme aims to provide comprehensive support to the six selected local animation companies, assisting the local animation industry in seeking breakthroughs and innovations in creation, while exploring the potential of AI to support animation production and enhance the local industry’s capabilities in animation creation and AI technology application. At the same time, it helps local original animations expand into local and overseas markets, creating more business opportunities.

Building on the outstanding achievements of last year program, the response to the 2nd “Future Animation” Scheme has been enthusiastic, receiving over 30 applications. The jury committee conducted rigorous evaluations and interviews based on the creativity and originality of the project proposals, design and artistic quality, narrative ability/visual impact, as well as the company’s history, ability to complete works, technical capability in AI application, and commitment to the programme, ultimately selecting the six local companies and their works for funding:

  1. A maximum subsidy of HK$850,000 to create an AI-assisted animation of 15-20 minutes;
  2. Receiving technical guidance for animation production provided by industry experts for free;
  3. Two interns assigned for free to assist in producing animations with the help of AI, and the interns’ salaries were paid by the “Future Animation” Scheme;
  4. Free participation in the Hong Kong Pavilion at the 2025 Annecy International Animation Film Festival and MIFA;
  5. Participated in the experience sharing seminar cum premiere held on 8 August in Hong Kong, sharing learning and creative experiences in applying AI to animation production, and assisting Hong Kong’s original animation in further applying AI;
  6. Receiving a series of trainings on intellectual property using AI and its legal risks, latest AI tools and trends related to animation production.

The experience sharing seminar was successfully held today, followed immediately by the premiere of the six original animations under “Future Animation” Scheme, allowing more industry professionals and the public to appreciate locally produced animations using AI assistance. For more details about the 2nd “Future Animation – AI-Assisted Animation Production Support Scheme”, please visit the official website: https://futureanimation.com.hk/.

List of six selected companies of 2nd “Future Animation” Scheme (arranged in alphabetical order by company name)

Company Names

Work Title

Animation Synopsis

924 Studio Limited

Kill Danny
1999

This is a short animation firm named:
Kill Danny 1999, which is the third
part of the Kill Danny trilogy, a Hong
Kong Action comedy themed IP.
Striving to pay tribute to the golden
era of Hong Kong film art and to
recreate the genre for a global
audience.

Astro Heart
Limited

The Dream
of Helena

This is a story about Helena chasing
her dream. An accidental discovery
in the library sparks her interest in
astronomy. Despite her efforts, she
faces social challenges and unfair
treatment. How will she overcome
obstacles and find the strength to
move forward?

 

 

Company Names

Work Title

Animation Synopsis

Free-D Workshop
Limited

Roboy

At the edge of a vast desert, a grumpy
mechanic is thrust into a chaotic
adventure: when a nuclear-powered
robot crash-lands at his repair station
and a stranded rescue team member
commandeers his vehicle for an urgent
mission.
Joined by a magnetic robot with a
mysterious past, this misfit team must
navigate treacherous forests, unravel
the secrets of a catastrophic power
station shutdown, and overcome bizarre
challenges—from malfunctioning
machines to personal conflicts. With its
blend of humor, striking visuals, and
heartfelt storytelling, this high-voltage
adventure sparks an unforgettable
journey of growth and unexpected
friendships.

 

ManyMany
Creations Limited

Nine
Awaken

Waking up on time. Starting work on
time. Leaving the office on time. Having
meals on time. Going to sleep on time.
He works in a micro space station on a
tiny moon orbiting a mega planet, day
after day, night after night. Is it real? Is it
life? He never thinks about questions
like these until she shows up. She
wants to disrupt his routine. She tries to
short-circuit him. Why does she want to
do that? Will she succeed in saving him
from this loop?

 

Morph Workshop

Silili & Tree

The desire for balance seems a
fundamental aspect of our nature,
deeply rooted in our genes. Silili & Tree
is a story delving into the idea of
balance, not just for individuals but also
for communities and the wider world. By
seeking balance, Silili harnesses the
power of frequency and resonance to
embark on a transformative journey
towards becoming a tree spirit. From
the moment she left her mother tree,
she, like the other elves, was searching
for an ideal to become, however, she
didn’t realise that her journey had
inadvertently harmed a tree but saved
the plants of an entire island.

 

Company Names

Work Title

Animation Synopsis

StepC.

Depths of
Light

When matter collides, light is born—but
what kind of light? What form will it
take? These are not choices we can
make.

 

2nd AI-Assisted Animation Production Support Scheme – List of Jury’s Choice: (arranged in alphabetical order by company name)

Company Names

Work Title

Free-D Workshop Limited

Roboy

ManyMany Creations Limited

Nine Awaken

Morph Workshop

Silili & Tree

 

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About Hong Kong Digital Entertainment Association (HKDEA)

Established in 1999, HKDEA is a non-profit organisation aiming to promote digital entertainment development in Hong Kong. Its mission points toward the achievement of the following goals – boosting prosperity of the digital entertainment industry by fostering cooperation among local developers; opening up and development of digital market; enhancement of local technology so as to raise the competitiveness of Hong Kong production; promoting communication between digital entertainment industry and other related industries such as toys, entertainment and visual games; building a favourable image for digital entertainment; and protection of intellectual property rights and scrapping counterfeit products. 

For more information, please visit HKDEA’s website at www.hkdea.org

About Cultural and Creative Industries Development Agency (CCIDA)

The Cultural and Creative Industries Development Agency (CCIDA) established in June 2024, formerly known as Create Hong Kong (CreateHK), is a dedicated office set up by the Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region under the Culture, Sports and Tourism Bureau to provide one-stop services and support to the cultural and creative industries with a mission to foster a conducive environment in Hong Kong to facilitate the development of arts, culture and creative sectors as industries. Its strategic foci are nurturing talent and facilitating start-ups, exploring markets, promoting cross-sectoral and cross-genre collaboration, promoting the development of arts, culture and creative sectors as industries under the industry-oriented principle, and promoting Hong Kong as Asia’s creative capital and fostering a creative atmosphere in the community to implement Hong Kong’s positioning as the East-meets-West centre for international cultural exchange under the National 14th Five-Year Plan.

CCIDA’s website: www.ccidahk.gov.hk

 

 

Bravo Media Begins Operation of Citybus Bus Shelter Advertising – Unifying Transit Media Under One Visionary Platform

HONG KONG, Aug. 8, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Bravo Media Limited (“Bravo Media”), a leading outdoor advertising firm with a distinguished reputation in transit transportation advertising, announces today it has been appointed by Citybus Limited (“Citybus”) as the exclusive agency for the company’s Bus Shelter Network, effective from October 2, 2025.

Citybus appoints Bravo Media as the exclusive agency for Bus Shelter Network.
Citybus appoints Bravo Media as the exclusive agency for Bus Shelter Network.

The Citybus Bus Shelter Network spans over 300 bus shelters and includes 75 digital advertising frames, strategically positioned across key urban districts—most notably within Hong Kong Island’s Central Business District (CBD) and other high-traffic commuter zones. This appointment, alongside Bravo Media’s existing management of the Citybus Bus Body advertisement platform, allows advertisers to seamlessly engage audiences throughout their entire transit journey and creates a powerful connection from stations to city streets.

Mr. Richard Pétignaud, Managing Director of Bravo Media, stressed that this expansion represents a defining moment for Bravo Media’s continued growth and dedication to innovation. “We are thrilled and honoured to embark on this exciting journey of operating the Citybus Bus Shelter Advertising Network. This expansion is a testament to our unwavering commitment to excellence and innovation in public transport advertising, significantly broadening our reach across Hong Kong. Leveraging our creative strategies, advanced digital capabilities, and proven execution expertise, we look forward to delivering dynamic, engaging, and highly effective campaigns for our clients. Our team’s passion for creativity and innovation ensures fresh, captivating experiences that resonate deeply with both commuters and brands. We eagerly anticipate the transformative impact this initiative will have on the city’s outdoor media landscape.”

Mr. William CHUNG Chak-man, Managing Director of Citybus, looks forward to the implementation of more creative solutions across Citybus’ advertising platforms. “Through constant innovation and excellent service delivery, Citybus has grown to serve over 1.1 million customers daily with an expansive network across Hong Kong Island, Kowloon and the New Territories. We have been consistently impressed by Bravo Media’s innovative concepts and dedication over the past few years, echoing on our company’s core value. Considering their commitment to excellence and creativity, coupled with the synergies between the Citybus Bus Body advertising and the Citybus Bus Shelter Network, the company anticipates enhanced outcomes could be generated by this appointment that will ultimately benefit the public.”

With this latest addition, Bravo Media’s expansive portfolio now encompasses Citybus Bus Body* advertising as well as MTR^ Advertising, including the East Rail Line, Tuen Ma Line, Light Rail, MTR Bus, MTR Car Parks, Ngong Ping 360, and now the Citybus Bus Shelter# Network. This creates one of the region’s most comprehensive and integrated transit advertising ecosystems.

This eight-year agreement, in effect through 2033, affirms Bravo Media’s steadfast commitment to the long-term transformation of Hong Kong’s transit advertising landscape. Beyond a strategic business collaboration, this landmark partnership exemplifies Bravo Media’s expanding influence, established credibility, and sustained success as a leading authority in the outdoor advertising sector.

About Bravo Media Limited

Founded in November 2021, Bravo Media is a premier out-of-home media company based in Hong Kong, specializing in transit advertising. As the exclusive advertising agency for the Bus Body advertising of Citybus and managing media resources across MTR’s East Rail Line, Tuen Ma Line, Light Rail, and MTR Bus, Bravo Media leverages its team of media veterans, creatives, and industry professionals to deliver innovative and effective advertising solutions that connect brands with their target audiences and achieve significant business impact. With the recent expansion into Citybus Bus Shelter, Bravo Media now also holds exclusive advertising rights for Citybus Bus Shelter, further solidifying its leadership in the public transport advertising sector.

About Citybus Limited

Established in 1979, through constant innovation and excellent service delivery, Citybus has grown to operate over 1,700 buses across Hong Kong Island, Kowloon and the New Territories and employs over 5,000 staff to serve over 1.1 million customers daily. We have an industry leading bus fleet with both electric and hydrogen buses, and the majority of buses operating at Euro5 emissions standard or above.

*Bus Body refers to both exterior and interior of Citybus

#Bus Shelter refers to Citybus Bus Shelter

^MTR refers to East Rail Line, Tuen Ma Line, Light Rail, and MTR Bus

 

 

 

“Chinese Philosophy of the Mind and the World”: A Dialogue Between Chinese and German Philosophy Staged in Guiyang

GUIYANG, China, Aug. 8, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — A news report by Huanqiu.com


On July 23, the “Chinese Philosophy of the Mind and the World”: A Dialogue Between Chinese and German Philosophy of the Guiyang Confucius Academy 2025 Summer Seminar was held at the Confucius Academy, which was guided by the International Confucian Association (ICA) and organized by the cultural communication center of Guiyang Confucius Academy. The event was a further practice under the “Chinese Philosophy of the Mind and the World” academic alliance cooperation mechanism, following the successful “Academic Seminar of China’s School of Mind and the World” last year.

Master Wang Yangming’s enlightenment in Longchang, Guizhou marked the beginning of Wang Yangming’s Study of the Mind, which later became a pinnacle of Chinese Philosophy of the Mind.

Dai Jianwei, secretary and deputy director-general of Guiyang Confucius Academy cultural communication center, and vice chairman of ICA, shared the development of the Confucius Academy in recent years. He extended warm welcome to the attending experts and scholars of ICA and from home and abroad, and recalled the progress of the “Chinese Philosophy of the Mind and the World” academic alliance cooperation mechanism with pictures and videos.

In 2024, in order to inherit and carry forward the essence of Chinese Philosophy of the Mind, ICA, the Nishan World Center for Confucian Studies, Guiyang Confucius Academy cultural communication center and Zhejiang Provincial Jishan Wang Yangming Research Institute jointly initiated the “Chinese Philosophy of the Mind and the World” academic alliance cooperation mechanism at the Confucius Academy in Guiyang, receiving positive response from more than 20 domestic and international academic organizations as well as many scholars.

As a step-up practice of the alliance cooperation mechanism, the event is centered on the mutual learning of “Mind” and “Geist” between Chinese and German philosophy and includes four academic dialogues. It adopts a modern academic approach to explore the contemporary value of the mind studies, deepens the understanding of idealistic “Geist”, and explores the significance of Chinese and German core philosophical ideas for the development of a new form of human advancement.

Guo Qiyong, honorary president of the School of Chinese Classics, Wuhan University and honorary chairman of the academic committee of Confucius Academy, noted in the speech that Chinese scholars are familiar with and fond of Goethe and Kant, and the Chinese philosophy community is familiar with and has conducted in-depth research on German classical philosophy from Kant to Hegel, including Schelling, Fichte and others. This dialogue concentrates on an interesting big topic of “Chinese Philosophy of the Mind and the World”. The Chinese Philosophy of the Mind has had a far-reaching influence on East Asian culture and even the world culture, and many of its spiritual resources remain useful to the contemporary people from China and other countries.

ICA vice president Shu Dagang commented that the event is an important practice to deeply explore the contemporary value of Chinese Philosophy of the Mind, and respond to the common spiritual concerns of mankind. It serves as an innovative platform for building a bridge of dialogue among different civilizations, and propelling profound intellectual exchanges between China and Germany, and even between the East and the West. Such mechanism-based high-level international academic exchange demonstrates the core mission of the academic appliance cooperation mechanism, and is in line with the direction of dialogue among civilizations advocated by ICA. The event is a vivid practice of exploring the path of cultural inheritance and innovation and integrating the wisdom of mind studies into modern life. The diverse and colorful serial activities form a grand stage to showcase the contemporary value and vitality of Chinese Philosophy of the Mind in a multidimensional way.

In the keynote speech session moderated by Guo Yi, the Chinese initiator of the “Dialogue Between Chinese and German Philosophy” and a professor from Seoul National University, keynote speeches were presented in sequence by Michael Spieker, the German initiator of the dialogue and a professor from Munich University of Applied Sciences, Huang Yong, a professor from the Chinese University of Hong Kong, the editor-in-chief of Dao: A Journal of Comparative Philosophy, and a director of ICA, Marko Fuchs, a professor from University of Bamberg, and Chen Jiaying, a Yanjing humanities chair professor from Capital Normal University.

On the day of the event, the organizer also officially announced the Guiyang Confucius Academy 2025 Summer Seminar. Themed on “Chinese Philosophy of the Mind and the World”, 12 impressive activities of three series were meticulously designed for the purposes of promoting the research, transformation and application, and international dissemination of Chinese Philosophy of the Mind in an all-round and multilevel way, and integrating the wisdom of mind studies into study, experience and life.

NWTN Inc. Announces Change to Voting Agenda for Upcoming Extraordinary General Meeting

DUBAI, UAE, Aug. 8, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — NWTN Inc. (Nasdaq: NWTN) (the “Company” or “NWTN”), a Nasdaq-listed company headquartered in the UAE, today announced a change to the voting agenda for its upcoming extraordinary general meeting of shareholders (the “EGM”) scheduled for August 12, 2025 at 3 p.m. Dubai local time.

On July 28, 2025, the Company announced that it will hold the EGM on August 12, 2025 at 3 p.m., Dubai local time. On August 7, 2025, the Company intended to withdraw the proposal regarding the removal of certain directors from the board (the “Proposal No.2”) from the voting agenda of the upcoming EGM. Accordingly, the Company informed its share registrar and transfer agent, Continental Stock Transfer & Trust Company, of such intended withdrawal of Proposal No.2.

About NWTN Inc.

NWTN Inc. (Nasdaq: NWTN), a UAE-headquartered global intelligent technology company, focuses on smart mobility, smart manufacturing, and smart contracts. By integrating smart manufacturing with its global ecosystem platform, the Group is expanding its smart technology ecosystem across markets including MENA, Southern Europe, and beyond, driving sustainable development through technological innovation.

 

GenScript Unveils New Global Identity: “Scripting Possibilities” to Power the Future of Biotechnology

PISCATAWAY, N.J., Aug. 8, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — GenScript Biotech Corporation (HK.1548), a global leader in life sciences innovation, today unveiled its new global brand platform: Scripting Possibilities—a future-forward identity designed to match the speed, complexity, and promise of modern biotechnology.

The brand relaunch reflects GenScript’s ambition to become the most trusted partner for researchers worldwide—delivering scientific accelerations from discovery to manufacturing with speed, precision, and purpose. The new platform, visual identity, and tagline roll out globally today, on GenScript’s 23rd birthday, across every region and touchpoint.

“This is the moment to share our story of making the impossible possible with the world —driven by unwavering customer focus, bold scientific innovation, and a relentless sense of purpose,” said Sherry Shao, Rotating CEO of GenScript Biotech Corporation. “With heartfelt customer testimonials as demonstration, GenScript is entering its next chapter with unity, ambition, and clarity of mission. We remain steadfast in our vision to become a great company that scripts the future of life sciences – transforming bold scientific possibilities into realities that heal and sustain our world. Simultaneously, we are expanding our global footprint—especially in the U.S. and Singapore—through major investments in operations and production capacity to meet the accelerating demand.”

“Scripting Possibilities is more than a tagline—it captures the mindset of our people and the promise we make to every customer,” said Ray Chen, President of GenScript Life Science Group. “This evolution unites our global footprint, deepens trust, and reaffirms our commitment to making people and nature healthier through biotechnology.”

The new identity was developed under the leadership of Aylin Kosova Bilgin, GenScript’s newly appointed Chief Marketing Officer, who brings in global marketing leadership to accelerate the Company’s transformation into a high-performing, data-led, and customer-obsessed organization. She is reshaping GenScript’s internal and external marketing capabilities to drive growth, relevance, and global brand strength, and is now spearheading GenScript’s marketing transformation to reflect its science, scale, and soul. “GenScript wasn’t born as a biotech leader—it was built,” she said. “We’re not just an industry leader. We’re a force in the future of life sciences, pushing the boundaries of what’s seemingly impossible.”

The refreshed brand—co-created with global designers across 17 countries—will come to life through:

–      Human-led storytelling featuring GenScript’s internal heroes

–      A global customer celebration with omni-channel testimonials and promotional campaign

–      A digital-first brand experience designed to inspire scientists and collaborators

–      A new company anthem and original single launching globally

–      Expanded via collaborations and timely funding through the GenScript Research Grant initiative

Key facts:

–      New tagline: Scripting Possibilities

–      New visual identity: Future-forward, digital-first, emotionally resonant

–      Strategic repositioning: GenScript as a global co-author of scientific breakthroughs

–      Aligned with market needs: Responding to global trust and competition dynamics

–      Over 200,000 customers served across 100+ countries

–      $110M+ U.S. investment in molecular biology, protein manufacturing and CGT

–      5,500+ employees globally

–      Accelerated growth in U.S., EU, and Asia-Pacific regions

At a time when biotechnology is advancing faster than ever—and trust, transparency, and precision are in high demand—GenScript’s brand elevation is a confident signal to scientists, investors, and stakeholders worldwide.

The future of biotechnology is not written yet. GenScript proves that from bench to bedside, GenScript is ready to script what’s next—side by side with scientists, for the world.

About GenScript Biotech Corporation

Founded in 2002 in New Jersey, GenScript Biotech Corporation accelerates innovation in biotech and healthcare by providing researchers and companies with the building blocks needed to develop groundbreaking treatments and products. Guided by its mission to Make People and Nature Healthier Through Biotechnology, and its role as a trusted global leader, GenScript has a team of over 5,500 employees and has served more than 200,000 customers acrossover100 countries and regions.

Learn more here: https://www.genscript.com

 

POP MART Unveils Global Landmark Store at ICONSIAM, Bangkok

Celebrating the first flagship store in Southeast Asia with a Thai-inspired immersive experience

BANGKOK, Aug. 8, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — POP MART, a global leading company in the pop culture and art toy industry officially opens its Global Landmark Store on the 7th floor of ICONSIAM, Bangkok. Spanning over 760 sqm, the store is the first of its kind in Southeast Asia and showcases a unique blend of Thai culture, contemporary design, and imaginative storytelling.

The store design draws on three themes: Water Culture, Traditional Thai Architecture, and Inclusiveness, aligning with POP MART’s mission to “Light up Passion and Bring Joy.”

The event was graced by the presence of Chompoo Araya A. Hargate, Abigail Rangsee Singhpipat, Jeff Worakamon Satur (Jeff Satur), and celebrities and artists. Also in attendance were Mr. Wang Ning, Founder of POP MART; Mr. Justin Moon, COO of POP MART International; Mr. Kenny Wong, designor and creator of Molly; and Ms. Chadatip Chutrakul, CEO of Siam Piwat Group.


A major highlight is the two-story wind-up toy–inspired entrance, featuring CRYBABY riding an elephant, symbolizing Thai culture and national pride. The riverfront terrace houses a striking 4-meter-tall MOLLY figure in traditional Thai attire, setting the stage for a one-of-a-kind outdoor experience by the Chao Phraya River.


Inside, the store offers fans a multi-level immersive journey through zones like the MEGA Zone, blind box area, POP BEAN zone, and a playful second floor inspired by Rubik’s Cubes and Thai architecture. A newly launched POP MART Café, the first outside China, also provides a whimsical space for fans to relax, connect, and enjoy a menu.

As part of the launch, the HELLO MOON Exhibition featuring MOLLY runs from August 5–14 at Thara Hall, ICONSIAM. Fans can meet Kenny Wong and explore limited-edition Thailand-exclusive figures including MOLLY Thailand Figure, LABUBU Long-tail Boat Figure, Crybaby Tuk Tuk Figure, and the POP BEAN Crybaby Baby Born Series Set (Thailand Limited).

The opening of this Global Landmark Store marks a key milestone in POP MART’s international expansion, reinforcing its commitment to connecting fans worldwide through creativity, culture, and joyful experiences.

State Grid Xinjiang Information & Telecommunication Company’s penetration supervision of material and financial risks achieves remarkable results

URUMQI, China, Aug. 8, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Recently, as one of the first batch of specialized scenario pilot units for the innovative application of artificial intelligence large models by State Grid Corporation of China in 2025, the financial risk penetration supervision scenario in the material field, constructed based on the Guangming large model by State Grid Xinjiang Information & Telecommunication Company, has received recognition from State Grid Corporation of China and was commended at the monthly AI meeting in July.

In 2025, State Grid Corporation of China proposed to focus on overarching and comprehensive management requirements that impact the high-quality development of the power grid and the company. Centering on three key areas—investment performance evaluation, financial penetration supervision, and asset life cycle management—the initiative aims to achieve top-down, full-level, full-chain, full-process, and full-element penetration across domains such as development, finance, and equipment. In the area of financial penetration supervision, efforts are concentrated on enhancing the effectiveness of supervision through the three core directions of risk prevention and control, fund penetration, and lean management. This enables online monitoring and dynamic risk control in key areas, continuously improving the level of lean management.

As a pilot unit for financial penetration supervision, since undertaking the pilot work, State Grid Xinjiang Information & Telecommunication Company has placed great emphasis on its implementation. A dedicated working group was established to strengthen organizational and technical support. Within 60 days, a financial risk penetration supervision scenario in the material field was developed based on the Guangming large model and has since been deployed and applied within the Finance and Assets Department of State Grid Xinjiang Electric Power and the Material Company. The scenario addresses the challenges of scattered cross-system data and low OCR model recognition accuracy in the clearance of material payables. By integrating data from systems such as the digital legal system platform, ECP2.0, ERP, and the smart shared financial platform, the scenario connects the entire chain of information including contracts, performance documents, invoices, and payments. Leveraging semantic understanding, multimodal analysis, and retrieval-augmented generation (RAG) technologies of the Guangming Large Model, five intelligent entities—doubtful point inquiry, supervision distribution, payment review, supporting evidence review, and report generation—have been constructed, enabling full-process intelligent supervision of debt collection. The scenario is accessed over 400 times daily on average, reducing the time required for data analysis of the receivables and payables ledger from 1–2 days to real-time issuance, and increasing debt collection efficiency by 50%.

Moving forward, State Grid Xinjiang Information & Telecommunication Company will continue to deepen the application and iterative development of the Guangming Large Model in the material financial risk supervision scenario, accelerate the promotion and implementation of the scenario across Xinjiang, and leverage artificial intelligence to enhance financial risk prevention and control capabilities.

CODIT Showcases AI-Powered Policy Agent at APEC Digital & AI Forum

– Launches AI-driven policy dashboard for government and industry leaders from 21 APEC economies
– Set to present digital transformation and AI collaboration strategies at APEC Dialogue on August 12

SEOUL, South Korea, Aug. 8, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — CODIT, an AI-powered legal and policy intelligence platform, participated in the corporate exhibition at the APEC 2025 Digital & AI Forum held on August 5 in Songdo, Incheon. During the forum, the company presented its real-time policy monitoring platform designed to improve access to timely and accurate regulatory intelligence.

The forum, held as an official side event of the APEC Digital and AI Ministerial Meeting, convened government and industry leaders from all 21 APEC member economies. At its exhibition booth, CODIT introduced its dynamic dashboard that curates and summarizes policy developments related to core forum themes, including artificial intelligence and digital transformation.

The platform attracted significant attention from policymakers and ICT experts across the region. Korea’s Minister of Science and ICT, Bae Kyung-hoon, visited the booth to explore the platform firsthand. Attendees noted that in a rapidly evolving regulatory environment like Korea’s, having concise policy updates available in English significantly enhances accessibility and practical usability for global stakeholders. The AI-powered dashboard’s ability to automatically classify and summarize legislation, press releases, and news articles based on user-defined topics, was particularly well received.

CODIT currently provides policy response support services built on Korea’s largest policy data coverage and proprietary AI summarization engine. In the second half of this year, the company plans to launch Chat CODIT, an interactive AI agent that enables real-time Q&A on policy information across major jurisdictions, including Korea and the United States.

“It was truly meaningful to receive direct feedback from policymakers who recognized CODIT as a practical solution for real-world policy response.” said Ji Eun Chung, CEO of CODIT. “As digital environments evolve at unprecedented speed, the ability to deliver cross-border policy insights with speed and accuracy has never been greater. CODIT will continue to grow as a global platform that empowers better, faster policy decisions.”

CODIT is also scheduled to speak at the upcoming APEC Public-Private Dialogue on August 12, where it will share strategic perspectives on digital transformation and AI cooperation. As APEC advances its regional agenda on AI collaboration, the session will highlight how AI-powered policy platforms can help build a more inclusive and sustainable digital ecosystem.

Ji-eun Chung, CEO of CODIT, presents the company's policy monitoring platform to the Minister of Science and ICT and other high-level delegates at the APEC forum
Ji-eun Chung, CEO of CODIT, presents the company’s policy monitoring platform to the Minister of Science and ICT and other high-level delegates at the APEC forum