HONG KONG, May 30, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — As the global gaming population surpasses 3 billion and mobile esports continues to rise, gamers’ demands for immersive experiences are evolving rapidly. Gaming is no longer confined to simple environments—it now extends across diverse scenarios where seamless device collaboration is essential. Players are no longer content with traditional gaming tools; they seek deeper immersion, longer battery life, and a balance between high-performance gameplay and creative productivity.
This shift is driving mobile brands away from a purely hardware-centric race toward comprehensive ecosystem development. Infinix‘s response goes beyond building yet another uninspiring gaming system—it’s about creating a true digital playground.
GT VERSE was born from this idea: a mobile gaming space that’s innovative, dynamic, and fun. Like stepping into a theme park, each product—from the GT 30 Pro smartphone and XPAD GT tablet to the GTBUDS 4 earbuds, GTPOWER power bank, and magnetic cooling case—fits together like building blocks, forming a seamless immersive system. Devices work in sync, staying cool and stable under pressure, letting you switch effortlessly from gameplay to content creation.
Immersion Beyond the Screen
Infinix Full Gaming Ecosystem
Within the GT VERSE ecosystem, the XPAD GT is much more than a supersized phone. It is the kind of device users will hesitate to turn off once it is powered on: a 13-inch 2.8K high-resolution display, 144Hz refresh rate, eight-speaker stereo system, and Snapdragon 888 chipset—all configured with immersion in mind.
For mobile gamers, smartphones offer unmatched convenience—allowing users to team up with friends and join a match at any time, from virtually any location. Personal computers, on the other hand, deliver a rich and fully immersive gaming experience. The XPAD GT strikes a perfect balance between the two. It delivers the satisfaction of a large-screen view while remaining lightweight and portable.
It is also a powerhouse in both performance and endurance. Equipped with a 10,000mAh battery and 33W fast charging, along with a VC liquid cooling system, the device allows users to stream content or play ranked matches for extended periods without overheating.
Infinix XPAD GT
However, what truly distinguishes the XPAD GT is not just its hardware. Infinix has integrated intelligent features at the system level, such as the Folax AI Assistant and seamless cross-device collaboration. Receive a game invitation on your phone? Switch to the larger screen with a single tap for a more immersive experience. The device also supports keyboards and styluses, making it well-suited for light productivity tasks, emails, or quick video edits following a gaming session.
Far beyond a conventional tablet, the XPAD GT provides access to the GT Playground—a dynamic space where gameplay and reality intersect with fluid precision.
Gear That Powers Every Move
In the GT VERSE playground, every accessory plays a critical role in delivering the immersive experience:
GTBUDS 4 – Featuring 12.4mm drivers and 30dB active noise cancellation, these earbuds eliminate external distractions to provide pure sound immersion. Four-microphone AI noise reduction and Bluetooth 6.0 ensure crystal-clear and smooth communication. With dynamic lighting effects, they serve as both a high-performance audio solution and a bold fashion statement.
GTPOWER – This 55W fast-charging power bank delivers universal compatibility across smartphones, tablets, and laptops. Equipped with a digital display and an integrated braided Type-C cable, it serves as a dependable power source while on the move.
Case & Cooling Fan – Designed to support uninterrupted gaming while charging, this accessory strikes a balance between comfort and performance. Magnetic snap-on cooling, RGB lighting, and efficient heat dissipation work together to keep the device cool and lag-free during high-intensity sessions.
Together, this lineup transforms the GT VERSE into a truly portable mobile playground. Whether the priority is immersion, endurance, or seamless connectivity, GT VERSE equips gamers with a comprehensive arsenal—prepared for action in any scenario.
An Ecosystem Built to Win
As the boundaries between gaming, creativity, and mobile productivity continue to blur, GT VERSE offers a focused, all-in-one solution tailored to this convergence.
Every component is engineered to provide real-world value—not only in terms of performance, but also adaptability. Whether during moments of deep focus or while in transit, GT VERSE remains in step with users’ evolving needs.
Pricing and availability: The Infinix XPAD GT will be available in Stellar Grey, with memory of 256+8GB. Pricing will vary by region, with full details to be announced at launch.
About Infinix Established in 2013, Infinix is an innovation-driven brand dedicated to delivering cutting-edge technology, bold design, and outstanding performance. The brand provides smart, enjoyable mobile experiences that enhance everyday life. Beyond smartphones, Infinix has expanded its portfolio to include TWS earbuds, smartwatches, laptops, tablets, smart TVs, and more—building a comprehensive ecosystem of smart devices. Currently, Infinix products are available in over 70 countries and regions worldwide, including Africa, Latin America, the Middle East, South Asia, and Southeast Asia.
Most Popular Vector Database on GitHub Powers Thousands of AI Applications Worldwide
REDWOOD CITY, Calif., May 30, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Zilliz, creator of the leading open-source vector database Milvus, today announced that Milvus has achieved 35,000 stars on GitHub, establishing it as the most popular vector database platform globally. The milestone reinforces Milvus’s dominant market position in the rapidly expanding vector database sector, which analysts project will reach tens of billions of dollars by 2030 as enterprises accelerate their adoption of AI.
“Reaching 35,000 stars is incredible validation from the developer community,” said Charles Xie, founder and CEO of Zilliz. “It shows that developers trust Milvus to power their AI applications at scale. When companies like NVIDIA, Meta, and Salesforce choose your platform for mission-critical work, you know you’re building something that matters.”
Market Leadership in Vector Database Technology
The GitHub milestone positions Milvus among the most successful open-source database projects, outpacing traditional database technologies in developer adoption. This achievement comes as organizations across industries integrate vector search capabilities into their AI strategies, driving demand for scalable, production-ready vector database solutions. Whether you’re building a RAG system, AI agents, semantic search, or recommendation engine, Milvus delivers the performance and reliability developers need.
This rapid growth coincides with the increasing adoption of enterprises across various industries. More than 5,000 enterprise users now rely on Milvus for production AI applications, choosing it for several key reasons:
Lightning fast performance: Searches billions of vectors in milliseconds
Seamless scaling: Distributed architecture with separated storage and compute handles growth from prototype to billions of vectors
Battle-tested reliability: Powers AI at companies like NVIDIA, Meta, Salesforce, and thousands more
Developer-friendly: Deploy with just a few lines of code, comprehensive SDKs, and extensive documentation
Open source foundation: Apache 2.0 license ensures transparency and avoids vendor lock-in
Powering the AI Revolution
Vector databases store and search vector embeddings—the mathematical representations that let computers understand text, images, and other data. As AI applications proliferate across every industry, vector databases have become a critical component of infrastructure. Milvus leads this space by making enterprise-grade vector search accessible to every developer.
The platform now powers thousands of applications across diverse industries:
E-commerce: Product recommendations and visual search
Customer support: AI chatbots with company knowledge bases
Healthcare: Medical image analysis and drug discovery
Finance: Fraud detection and document analysis
Media: Content recommendation and similarity search
Legal tech: E-discovery, contract analysis, and compliance monitoring
Strategic Product Enhancements Drive Continued Growth
Zilliz engineers will continue advancing their technology leadership with the upcoming release of Milvus 2.6 in early June 2025. The new version will deliver substantial performance improvements, including a 72% reduction in memory usage and 4 times faster query speeds compared to competitors like Elasticsearch, addressing enterprise requirements for cost-effective AI deployment at scale.
“The 35,000 GitHub stars underscore the critical role Milvus plays in the global AI infrastructure landscape,” said Xie. “This level of developer engagement demonstrates market confidence in our platform and validates our strategic direction as enterprises increasingly require sophisticated vector search capabilities for their AI initiatives.”
Get Started Today
Milvus is free and open source. Get started at milvus.io or try its fully managed service on Zilliz Cloud for enterprise deployments. Join 35,000+ developers who’ve already starred the project athttps://github.com/milvus-io/milvus.
About Zilliz
Zilliz is an American SaaS company that builds next-generation vector database technologies, helping organizations unlock the value of unstructured data and rapidly develop AI and machine learning applications. By simplifying complex data infrastructure, Zilliz brings the power of AI within reach for enterprises, teams, and individual developers alike. Zilliz offers a fully managed, multi-cloud vector database service powered by open-source Milvus, supporting major cloud platforms such as AWS, GCP, and Azure, and is available across more than 20 countries and regions.
Headquartered in Redwood Shores, California, Zilliz is backed by leading investors including Aramco’s Prosperity7 Ventures, Temasek’s Pavilion Capital, Hillhouse Capital, 5Y Capital, Yunqi Partners, Trustbridge Partners, and others.
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Lao authorities have issued a strong warning against all forms of surrogacy, stating that anyone involved could face up to 19 years in prison and a fine of up to LAK 400 million (approximately USD 18,500).
BANGKOK, THAILAND – Media OutReach Newswire – 30 May 2025 – Her Royal Highness Princess Ubolratana Rajakanya Sirivadhana Barnavadi graciously presided over the “Thai SELECT Royal Gala Night.” The prestigious event, designed to spotlight Thai cuisine and the trusted Thai SELECT label on the global stage, celebrated the distinctive allure and tastes of Thai food, an integral part of the nation’s rich cultural tapestry. Held under the theme “THE FIVE SPIRITS OF THAI TASTE,” the gala provided an unparalleled culinary journey. The Department of International Trade Promotion (DITP), under the Ministry of Commerce, organized the event on Wednesday, May 28, 2025, at the Mandarin Oriental Hotel in Bangkok.
Her Royal Highness delivered the opening remarks, warmly welcoming the distinguished guests. The gala dinner featured an exquisite five-course meal, each course representing one of “THE FIVE SPIRITS OF THAI TASTE,” masterfully interpreted by acclaimed chefs associated with the Thai SELECT initiative:
(1) The Awakening Spirit (sour) presented by BLUE ELEPHANT
(2) The Grounded Spirit (salty) presented by Amdang Typhoon Group
(3) The Fiery Spirit (spicy) presented by Royal Osha
(4) The Soulful Spirit (creamy) presented by R-HAAN
(5) The Nostalgic Spirit (sweet) presented by The Artisans Ayutthaya
Adding to the evening’s significance was the participation of Ethan Bernath, a globally recognized American chef, writer, and content creator known for shaping global culinary narratives. He engaged in a compelling dialogue with Thailand’s leading chefs, exploring the authentic essence of Thai flavors.
Thai SELECT is a prestigious certification awarded by the Ministry of Commerce to outstanding Thai restaurants, both within Thailand and internationally, as well as to high-quality ready-to-eat Thai food products. This mark of excellence signifies adherence to authentic flavors and traditional cooking techniques, fostering a worldwide appreciation for genuine Thai cuisine. As a vital component of Thailand’s soft power, Thai food acts as a cultural envoy while driving business and economic prosperity.
Mr. Pichai Naripthaphan, Minister of Commerce, stated, “…Today, Thai SELECT has emerged as a trusted global symbol and a vital instrument in advancing Thailand’s soft power. Recently, the Ministry of Commerce has refreshed the image and upgraded the criteria for awarding the Thai SELECT label to four levels marked with a star symbol, comparable to Michelin stars, to better reflect international standards, authentic Thai flavors, and the rich cultural experience. This ensures that both domestic and international consumers can easily recognize and appreciate Thai cuisine, fostering its lasting acceptance on the global stage…”
Reflecting on the gala, Chef Ethan Bernath remarked, “Tonight’s event beautifully captured the essence of Thai cuisine, not only in taste but also in culture. Every element brings out the depth of wisdom and passion from its creators. I’m glad that we now have the Thai SELECT symbol, which assures consumers and guarantees that Thai restaurants and food products around the world uphold high standards while preserving the authentic flavors of Thailand..”
The Ministry of Commerce remains committed to elevating the global standing of the Thai SELECT program, including the introduction of the “Orchid Star of Honor” emblem, a mark of the highest refinement in Thai culinary arts. Restaurants are now categorized under four tiers: Thai SELECT 3 Stars, Thai SELECT 2 Stars, Thai SELECT 1 Star, and Thai SELECT Casual. Currently, there are over 18,800 Thai restaurants globally, with more than 1,800 holding the Thai SELECT certification. Furthermore, over 900 ready-to-eat Thai food products from more than 100 companies bear the Thai SELECT label. These accomplishments underscore the potent role of Thai cuisine in showcasing Thailand and its vibrant culture to the world.
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CHONGQING, China and KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia, May 30, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — On May 27, the ASEAN-China-GCC Economic Forum officially opened in Kuala Lumpur, aiming to create development opportunities and shared prosperity by strengthening cooperation in economy, trade, investment, and other fields. SERES, as a representative of China’s new energy vehicle (NEV) enterprises, was invited to attend the forum.
Malaysia’s Deputy Prime Minister I Dr. Ahmad Zahid bin Hamidi meets with Chairman and President of SERES Group John Zhang
John Zhang, Chairman and President of SERES Group stated that with the brand slogan of “Intelligence Redefining Luxury,” SERES focuses on the high-end luxury vehicle market, exploring a development path for Chinese automakers. For the markets of ASEAN and GCC member countries participating in the forum, SERES will accelerate the localized development and certification of relevant models, especially the high-end AITO series, to swiftly introduce them into target markets and achieve full coverage in the future.
SERES’ vehicle export business began in 2005. After years of development, the company has exported over 550,000 vehicles cumulatively to more than 70 countries and regions, including Germany, France, the UK, and Italy. In 2018, SERES established and put into operation a highly automated manufacturing plant in Indonesia integrating four major processes – stamping, welding, painting, and assembly, which became the first pure electric vehicle manufacturer in Indonesia. With a foothold in Indonesia, SERES is expanding its reach across ASEAN and continuously growing its presence in the Southeast Asian market.
By attending the ASEAN-China-GCC Economic Forum, SERES is expected to further strengthen exchanges and cooperation with ASEAN and GCC member countries, accelerating the materialization of its overseas market expansion.
John Zhang interviewed by Fortune during the forum
During the interview, John Zhang introduced that SERES was founded in 1986 and has undergone three entrepreneurial phases—transitioning from auto parts to complete vehicles, and now to intelligent electric vehicles—achieving leapfrog development each time. Now, AITO brand is redefining luxury with intelligence and pioneering a “New Luxury” concept combining Traditional Luxury and Technological Luxury. With leading product strength, AITO has won recognition from more than 600,000 users, establishing itself as the benchmark of “New Luxury” in China.
As a technology-driven company, SERES is committed to innovations of core technologies in electrification and intelligence, having developed the SERES MF Platform, SERES Super Range Extender, SERES Intelligent Safety, and SERES Super Factory, building a robust technological moat.
In the face of the opportunities and challenges brought by global economic integration, SERES will embrace a more open and inclusive mindset, working together with partners from all sectors to jointly write a new chapter in the development of China’s new energy vehicle industry.
About SERES
Founded in 1986, SERES is a leading technology company specializing in new energy vehicles (NEVs). With a workforce of approximate 20,000 employees, SERES is publicly listed on the A-share market and ranks among the Fortune China 500. The company is dedicated to the research and development, manufacturing, sales and services of new energy vehicles and their core NEV components.
The name SERES is inspired by the Greek word for “the land of silk”, evoking the luxuries of heritage of the East. SERES offers two NEV brands for overseas markets: AITO and DFSK. These brands provide a diverse range of products tailored to different market segments, with AITO focusing primarily on the high-end luxury segment. To date, SERES has exported over 550,000 vehicles to more than 70 countries and regions, including Germany, France, the United Kingdom, Italy, and many more countries.
X-Origin AI Launches Its First AI Companion Robot Yonbo on Kickstarter—Meet Your Most Understanding Digital Life Partner for Lifelong Companionship.
LOS ANGELES, May 29, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — X-ORIGIN-AI specializes in the R&D of consumer-grade AI robotics, breaking the constraints of AI as a mere tool and advancing human-machine interaction from utility to emotional connection. Addressing the needs of users across all life stages—from children to adults and elderly people—it builds an intelligent companion ecosystem powered by personalized AI models, ensuring everyone has a digital partner that truly “understands them.”
Its first product, Yonbo—a smart AI companion robot designed for families with children—has completed development and entered mass production. This highly anticipated product officially launched on Kickstarter on May 22, 2025, already attracting widespread attention from industry observers and early tech adopters.
Behind X-Origin AI stands a world-class team with deep expertise in robotics and global operations. Founder and CEO Dr. Li Yunzhou, a robotics expert and seasoned entrepreneur, previously led his team to win China’s first international robot combat championship.
The Vision Behind Yonbo: Why X-Origin AI Is Rethinking the Future of AI Companionship
When asked why he founded X-Origin AI, Dr. Li emphasized the company’s clear mission: “To empower everyone with a digital partner that truly understands them.” It aims to advance AI-human symbiosis and pioneer a new wave of human-machine interaction.
According to Dr. Li, X-Origin AI has built a hardware technology framework for the AI era, spanning system data layers, terminal tech layers, and application layers, enabling more efficient creation of “intelligent” hardware products.
Current AI toys and desktop robots often offer homogenized functionalities, primarily relying on conversational large models. However, Dr. Li believes high-quality AI companionship requires emotional perception and personalized understanding to deliver genuine “emotional value.” Simply wrapping large models in hardware shells falls short of true “companionship.”
The future of AI hardware lies not in superficially integrating large language models (LLMs) into traditional devices but in redefining hardware from the ground up with intelligence—leveraging LLMs’ analytical power to enable hardware to “listen,” perceive emotions, and understand contexts, then translating these into real-world functionalities.
X-ORIGIN-AI employs an edge-side model control system to deliver personalized assistance, creating a system that interacts with LLMs. It processes the robot’s sensory data to form bionic memories that mimic human brain logic. Enhanced by personalized memory and visual-modal data, this allows LLMs to provide more precise interactions, while the robot’s physical expressions and movements enable higher-quality human-machine engagement.
Additionally, X-Origin AI’s self-developed, AI-driven operating system empowers developers to build diverse intelligent agents on the Yonbo development platform. Users will benefit from frequent OTA (over-the-air) updates, continuously expanding Yonbo’s capabilities.
What Sets Yonbo Apart in the World of AI Robotics?
In the growing field of companion robots, Yonbo redefines “companionship” through a groundbreaking blend of emotional intelligence, personalized interaction, cutting-edge multimodal AI, and diverse content—including storytelling, gaming, role-playing, interactive learning, and a functional upgrade platform.
Yonbo’s core experience lies in its natural, fluid conversational ability. Unlike robots limited to scripted dialogues, Yonbo allows interruptions and dynamic turn-taking, making interactions smoother and more human-like. It listens, adapts, and responds in real time, just like a caring companion.
Beyond that, Yonbo can “feel.” Its smart emotion-detection system senses user moods and adjusts its tone and behavior accordingly, offering comfort, encouragement, or lively engagement.
Yonbo’s true uniqueness stems from its long-term bionic memory. Each night, it summarizes key daily interactions and selectively retains important events, user preferences, and shared moments, deepening personalization over time. Powered by X-Origin AI’s proprietary Customized Lifelong Learning Model (CLLM), it tailors every interaction to individual personalities and needs.
With fully integrated multimodal capabilities, Yonbo seamlessly processes voice, text, and visual inputs. It recognizes objects, interprets facial expressions, engages in games and storytelling, and even understands children’s doodles—responding with empathy and emotional awareness.
Beyond companionship, Yonbo supports emotional well-being. Its built-in psychological assessment and guidance system helps users better understand and manage their emotions. By offering gentle insights and emotional support, Yonbo isn’t just a robot but a trusted daily ally.
Combining empathy, intelligence, and adaptability, Yonbo isn’t just catching up to the future of AI—it’s redefining what “companionship” means.
Summary of Revolutionary Features
Multimodal AI: Integrates voice, text, and vision for holistic world understanding.
Deep Interaction: Understands every sentence and responds with lifelike tone, gestures, and expressions.
Long-Term Bionic Memory: Daily summaries key information like humans while filtering out useless information.
Emotion Detection: Senses user moods and tailors responses for optimal support.
Emotional Support: Built-in psychological assessment and guidance models to offer emotional support.
Rich Content: Regular OTA upgrades deliver endless surprises.
Strongly Recommended
Looking Beyond Kickstarter: X-Origin AI’s Vision for the Future
After Yonbo’s Kickstarter launch on May 22, X-Origin AI will pursue an ambitious roadmap for growth and innovation. Dr. Li outlined three key priorities:
Advance Core Tech: Strengthen edge-side multimodal AI’s analytical power and hardware feedback, optimizing emotional interaction and bionic memory.
Global Expansion: Leverage Kickstarter momentum to enter major markets (especially the U.S. and Europe) via e-commerce and localized support.
Developer Community Growth: By opening its OS interfaces, X-Origin invites developers to co-create a robust ecosystem integrating hardware, content, and services—unlocking new user experiences.
Looking ahead, X-Origin’s ambitions extend far beyond children’s robotics. With its personalized AI models, the company envisions a full-scenario product line for all ages, delivering a digital companion that truly “gets you.” Through these strategies, X-Origin AI is poised to lead a new wave in consumer AI robotics—redefining daily companionship and bringing emotionally intelligent machines closer to reality.
STOCKHOLM, May 30, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — The total number of shares in Telefonaktiebolaget LM Ericsson (NASDAQ: ERIC) as of May 30, 2025, amounts to 3,371,351,735 of which 261,755,983 are A shares and 3,109,595,752 are B shares. The total number of votes is 572,715,558.2 of which the A shares represent 261,755,983 votes and the B shares represent 310,959,575.2 votes.
The increase in the number of shares and votes is a result of the company’s issue of a total of 23.1 million C shares completed in May 2025. The C shares have subsequently been repurchased by the company and converted into B shares by virtue of a conversion clause in the articles of association. This is in accordance with the resolution by the AGM 2025 to expand the treasury stock as part of the financing of the Long-Term Variable Compensation Programs LTV 2025 and LTV 2024 for the company’s executive team and other executives. The company currently holds 38,065,074 B shares as treasury stock.
This information is information that Telefonaktiebolaget LM Ericsson is obliged to make public pursuant to the Swedish Financial Instruments Trading Act. The information was submitted for publication at 08.00 CEST on May 30, 2025.
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HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 30 May 2025 – Hong Kong Quality Assurance Agency (HKQAA) held the HKQAA International Sustainability Forum • Hong Kong 2025 at the Convention Hall of Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre. Mr Tse Chin-wan, BBS, JP, Secretary for Environment and Ecology of the Government of HKSAR; Mr Christopher Hui, GBS, JP, Secretary for Financial Services and the Treasury of the Government of HKSAR; Dr Chen Gang, Acting SG of BRI International Green Development Coalition; and Mr Gao Guosheng, Member of the Party Leadership Group of the Guangdong Provincial Administration for Market Regulation, Secretary of the Party Committee and Secretary General of the Guangdong Intellectual Property Administration are the officiating guest and special guest. In addition, Dr Bernard Chan, JP, Acting Secretary for Commerce and Economic Development of the Government of the HKSAR, officiated the Thematic Forum – Pathways to the Sustainable Development of the Silver Economy; and Mr Wei Dunsheng, Deputy Mayor of Nanping Municipal People’s Government, Fujian Province, officiated the Thematic Forum – Shaping a Sustainable and Livable City: Green Industry, Shared by the World.
Linked policymakers and business leaders to explore green opportunities and low-carbon transition of the BRI
Sustainable development and low-carbon transition have become a global topic of concern, receiving significant attention from both the business and financial sectors. The Forum invited local and overseas political and business leaders, experts and academics to share their experiences and insights. In the Morning Forum – Seizing Green Finance Opportunities in the Low-Carbon Transition of the Belt and Road Initiative and the Greater Bay Area, the special guest speakers included Dr Zhang Jianyu, Chief Development Officer of BRI International Green Development Coalition; Mr Riyadi Suparno, Executive Director of Tenggara Strategics (speaker from Indonesia); Mr Ronnie Tham, Partner at Treo Capital (speaker from Malaysia); and Mr Leo Horn-Phathanothai, Founder and CEO, Just Transitions Incubator (JUTI) (speaker from Thailand).
“We took the lead in launching the Green Finance Certification Scheme in 2018 to help enable Hong Kong to leverage its strengths as a Belt and Road investment and financing platform to attract international capital and boost Belt and Road development. Moreover, we have forged a cooperative relationship with BRI International Green Development Coalition, which is jointly initiated by Ministry of Ecology and Environment of our country and international organisations. We aim to promote exchanges and mutual recognition of carbon standards with BRI countries, strengthen capacity-building training, and foster closer green cooperation,” said Ir C. S. Ho, Chairman of the HKQAA.
In the Afternoon Forum – Implementing Sustainable Development and Climate Financial Disclosure, the special guest speakers included Representative of Beijing Municipal Finance Bureau; Ms Janey Lai, Chief Executive Officer, The Accounting and Financial Reporting Council; Mr Leng Bing, Member of the International Sustainability Standards Board (ISSB); Prof Liu Yifang, Director, Sustainable Standards Research Center, Central University of Finance and Economics, Professor and PhD Supervisor of School of Economics.
Climate Impact GPS Campaign: supporting the Government’s roadmap on climate disclosure
HKQAA announced on the event that it took the lead in launching the HKQAA Climate Impact GPS Campaign earlier this year in support of the sustainability disclosure policies of our country and the HKSAR Government. This initiative aims to engage organisations, including the banking sector and the listed companies, in building capacity to address climate-related risks and opportunities so as to well prepare required climate-related financial disclosures by offering industry-based technical guidance, workshops and software tools, including the scope 3 greenhouse gas emissions calculation tool.
The Campaign is open to organisations at no cost, and nearly 90 participating organisations that joined the Pilot Program were recognised on a presentation ceremony in the Afternoon Session. Participating organisations of the Pilot Program gain prior access to preview relevant industry-based technical guidance, as well as participate in workshops and use the tools.
In terms of promoting professional talent development, HKQAA is honoured to be invited to cooperate with the Beijing Municipal Finance Bureau on a sustainability information disclosure pilot and training project, helping the country steadily advance the development of its sustainability disclosure standards system. Moreover, a memorandum of understanding was signed at the Forum by Mr P C Chan, Chief Executive Officer of HKQAA, and Prof Karen Cheung, Director of Hong Kong Institute of Education for Sustainable Development. This memorandum aims to jointly promote the establishment and optimisation of sustainable development talent standards in Hong Kong, enhance talent cultivation and the upgrading of sustainable development skills, effectively drive industry-wide sustainable development, and foster Hong Kong and the entire Greater Bay Area as an international centre for sustainable development talent.
”I would like to take this opportunity to thank the HKQAA for its contributions to the development of green finance in Hong Kong. The HKQAA has been participating in the development of international standards for sustainable finance and launched the Green and Sustainable Finance Certification Scheme (formerly called Green Finance Certification Scheme) in 2018. I am delighted to know that the HKQAA also supports the development of a roadmap for sustainability disclosure in our country by contributing to the Beijing Municipal Bureau of Finance and Economy’s pilot project for sustainability disclosure and talent development. At home, it has supported Hong Kong’s own disclosure roadmap by establishing industry-specific climate risk tools to help local businesses prepare for future reporting requirements,” said Mr Christopher Hui, GBS, JP, Secretary for Financial Services and the Treasury, in his remarks via video.
Introducing the Effectiveness and Potential Application of Structural Data Disclosure Model for Sustainability Disclosure
HKQAA introduced a brand-new structural data disclosure model in 2024, named the “Nexus Data Model”. With the meaning of nexus, the objective of the data model is to link material sustainability issues and to connect all stakeholders together. This model is already applied to HKQAA ESG Connect Program, Hong Kong Registration and will be used for other engagement, disclosure or assessment services in the future application.
As the evaluation project leader of this data disclosure model, Professor Zhang Lin, School of Energy and Environment of the City University of Hong Kong, shared on the Afternoon Forum the team’s finding based on data obtained from the HKQAA ESG Connect Program. The results confirmed that the data model effectively encourages businesses to adopt ESG initiatives and disclose progress on ESG, Carbon Action, Climate Response, and CBAM Ready, while strengthening stakeholder connections. Ultimately, it fosters a sustainable ESG Ecosystem, driving long-term ESG development.
Establishing strategic partnership to promote high-quality development in the GBA
On the Forum, under the witness of Mr P C Chan, Chief Executive Officer of HKQAA, and Mr Gao Guosheng, Member of the Party Leadership Group of the Guangdong Provincial Administration for Market Regulation, Secretary of the Party Committee and Secretary General of the Guangdong Intellectual Property Administration, a memorandum of understanding was signed by Mr K T Ting, HKQAA’s Chief Operating Officer, and Mr Lu Yongchi, Chief Operation Officer of The Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area Certification Promotion Centre. This memorandum aims to deepen cooperation in the field of testing and certification, advance the development of the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area, promote the alignment of regulatory mechanisms between the mainland and the Hong Kong and Macao regions, and support the high-quality development of the Greater Bay Area.
Co-hosting green industry themed forum with the People’s Government of Nanping
Nanping is endeavouring to become the country’s model city of green development, flourishing through its green industries. Co-hosted by HKQAA and the People’s Government of Nanping, Fujian Province, Thematic Forum – Shaping a Sustainable and Livable City: Green Industry, Shared by the World focused on topics of carbon measurement, value of ecological products, and the bamboo industry. Mr Wei Dunsheng, Deputy Mayor of Nanping Municipal People’s Government, Fujian Province, was the officiating guest of the Thematic Forum.
Launched a silver-friendly registration scheme to support the Government’s silver economy policy
The presentation ceremony of the Hong Kong Green and Sustainability Contribution Awards 2025 was held on the event. The Awards aim to encourage companies to incorporate sustainable practices into their management decisions and daily operations, and recognise their efforts and contributions. Ｏrganisations and venues from Hong Kong, Mainland China and overseas were honoured.
This year, “Promote High-Quality Elderly Living”, “Promote Silver-friendly Community” and “Promote Halai-friendly Community” categories were newly added to the Awards. The awards of “Promote High-Quality Elderly Living” and “Promote Silver-friendly Community” were presented by Dr Bernard Chan, Acting Secretary for Commerce and Economic Development of the Government of the HKSAR, who also officiated the Thematic Forum – Pathways to the Sustainable Development of the Silver Economy.
HKQAA has been launching various certification and registration schemes in line with government policy directions to continuously enhance the professionalism and recognition of the industry. To support the Working Group on Promoting Silver Economy led by the Deputy Chief Secretary for Administration, HKQAA has introduced the HKQAA Hong Kong Registration – Silver-friendly Series. This series aims to guide enterprises in tapping into the silver market through three main aspects – venues, products and services, while also creating a better living environment for the elderly. HKQAA will continue to promote the registration scheme, encouraging more enterprises to participate and jointly respond to the government’s policy of promoting the silver economy.
“I would like to thank the Hong Kong Quality Assurance Agency for taking the lead in launching the ‘Hong Kong Registration – Silver-Friendly Series’ in support of the Government’s efforts to promote the silver economy. This registration scheme sets out a set of criteria from the perspective of silver consumers, guiding enterprises to enhance their venues, products, and services. I also call on more enterprises to actively take part in the scheme by integrating silver-friendly elements into their daily operations and creating a consumption environment that better caters to the needs and preferences of the silver generation, thereby boosting “silver consumption” and driving economic growth,” said Dr Bernard Chan, JP, Acting Secretary for Commerce and Economic Development, in his remarks.
Organisation’s Sharing on Sustainability Strategies
JEC has been a long-standing ally in Hong Kong’s sustainability efforts, aligning with the 2050 Net-Zero mission by providing innovative sustainability solutions to both public and private sectors for decades. JEC’s AI digital solution and environmental engineering projects deliver real ESG impact, transforming how businesses and cities thrive sustainably. Regarding JEC’s innovations are shaping a more sustainable Hong Kong, JEC’s vision is to pioneer even smarter and more sustainable engineering innovations, making them accessible across Hong Kong and Asia. JEC’s mission contributes to Hong Kong’s 2050 Net-Zero future. JEC looks forward to connecting with all sectors to shape a greener tomorrow.
First, JEDI, JEC’s AI digital solution, optimizes energy and detects faults in buildings. Its algorithms analyze weather forecasts, past energy consumption, equipment pattern and utility bills to build predictive models, ensuring precise energy management. In 2024, JEDI saved over 8 million kilowatt-hJEC’ss and cut over 4 million kilograms of CO2 across grade A commercial buildings, campuses, and transport hubs in APAC. By analysing real-time data, like chiller performance, it slashes energy costs by 8-26%. For instance, in a commercial tower, JEDI’s fault detection reduced downtime, boosting efficiency and meeting BEAM Plus standards.
Next, through working with the government, JEC’s environmental engineering projects strengthen Hong Kong’s sustainability. The Tseung Kwan O Desalination Plant, launched in 2023, uses reverse osmosis to supply ultimately increase to 135,000 million litres, equivalent to around 5% of Hong Kong’s potable water demand. Its solar panels generate renewable energy to account for 16% of total energy usage, reducing grid dependence by 30% and earning BEAM Plus Platinum certification. The Shek Wu Hui Sewage Treatment Works employs advanced treatment technology, enhancing water quality and earning a 2021 HKIBIM Bronze.
At O·PARK2, JEC’s waste-to-energy facility handles food waste daily through anaerobic digestion to create biogas for electricity production. This process contributes to exporting significant amounts of energy annually, powering local households, and effectively reducing greenhouse gas emissions. JEC’s Pilot Biochar Production Plant in EcoPark, Tuen Mun, processes tonnes of woody waste annually to produce tonnes of biochar, reducing emissions and serving as a soil conditioner and pollutant filter.
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