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BuildTech Asia 2025 to Accelerate Innovation, Sustainability and Safety-Driven Transformation for Asia’s Built Sectors

SINGAPORE, March 11, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Asia’s leading trade event for the construction and built environment ecosystem, BuildTech Asia (BTA) 2025, organised by Constellar, returns from 18–20 March 2025 at Singapore EXPO. Against a backdrop of evolving regulatory demands in building standards including sustainability and safety, as well as rising costs and rapid technological advancements, the 14th edition will drive the adoption of innovative technologies, sustainable practices, and digital solutions with the theme “Building Tomorrow: Innovate, Sustain, Transform”.

Attendees will be able to connect with over 100 exhibitors and brands from 16 countries demonstrating the latest innovations that advance efficiency, productivity, workplace safety, and resilience. In partnership with leading industry associations and organisations[1], BTA 2025 will also host 15 specialised conferences, expert-led forums, and hands-on workshops addressing critical industry challenges and offering actionable insights, while enabling attendees to earn certification points[2].

Reflecting industry shifts towards openBIM as the industry standard for driving collaboration, cost efficiency and sustainability. BTA 2025 also welcomes the inaugural co-location of the buildingSMART International Summit, a pivotal global forum shaping the future of openBIM (Building Information Modelling) and digital construction.

Staying ahead of policy and industry shifts impacting future construction

Asia’s built and construction sector is undergoing rapid transformation driven by technology adoption, policy shifts, and enhanced safety standards, while also accelerating efforts to integrate sustainability practices and standards. Singapore continues to lead the region with initiatives such as Corenet X, BIM implementation, robotics, and automation, marking new milestones in workplace safety performance and enforcing mandatory energy audits for sustainability. Meanwhile, Malaysia’s policies including BIM mandate are reshaping project management. Thailand is advancing smart buildings and circular economy efforts through smart building projects. The Philippines is in the early stages of AI-driven digital transformation, and Indonesia anticipates a construction boom as its capital relocation to Nusantara progresses.

“The rapid transformation of Asia’s built environment and construction sector signals a need for collective regional commitment toward digitalisation, safety, and sustainability. BTA 2025 is designed to address current industry needs, co-created in partnership with subject matter experts and industry associations to accelerate knowledge sharing, actionable insights and access to proven solutions. Structured around three key pillars – Innovate, Sustain, and Transform, BTA will empower developers, contractors, architects, engineers, facility managers, and policymakers to collaboratively shape the future of the built environment and construction in Asia,” said Mr. Paul Lee, Chief Executive (Markets), Constellar.

The extensive curation at BTA 2025 will provide attendees with unparalleled opportunities to engage with global leaders, exchange transformative ideas, and drive meaningful action toward a more sustainable and digitally advanced future for the region’s construction sector.

Apart from the co-location of buildingSMART International Summit, AtoZero, or “Accelerate To Net Zero”, a regional conference supporting the global climate change agenda, will also be co-located here. Additionally, BTA 2025 has collaborated with Construction & Surveying Productivity Improvement Expo (CSPI), a leading exhibition in Japan for the construction sector, with the longer-term goal of connecting Japanese manufacturers with the ASEAN markets and showcase Japanese capabilities in digitalisation and enhancing productivity for the sector.

Together with buildingSMART, Specialists Trade Alliance of Singapore (STAS) and Workplace Safety and Health Council (WSHC) respectively, BTA 2025 will also host the buildingSMART Pavilion, Work-at-Height Experience Zone, as well as the Singapore Pavilion which will feature 26 Singaporean companies offering consultancy services, digital and AI solutions, energy management systems, construction equipment and materials.

Table A: Overview of BTA 2025 (refer to BTA website for details)


Key themes at BTA 2025

a) INNOVATE – Unlocking the Future of Smart Construction

Discussions on digitalisation, BIM interoperability, and digital twin technology will take centre stage, with a focus on initiatives such as CORENET X and openBIM. These topics will also be explored in depth at the buildingSMART International Summit and SGTech Digital Transformation Conference, both hosted at BTA 2025 for the first time.

“Digitalisation is no longer a choice but a necessity for the built environment, transforming the way we design, construct, and operate. As the industry faces increasing demands for efficiency, sustainability, and innovation, buildingSMART International plays a pivotal role in empowering stakeholders through the creation and maintenance of its reliable suite of open, international standards and solutions. With the biannual ‘buildingSMART International Summit’ taking place in Singapore this March, and with a unique partnership and co-location with BuildTech Asia, attendees have an unparalleled opportunity to gain valuable insights from two important industry events, driving the future of the built environment in one collaborative space,” Aidan Mercer, Marketing Director at buildingSMART International, organiser for the buildingSMART International Summit.

Alongside the above is APARA’s AI in Robotics Symposium, which will be hosting a panel discussion on the rise of AI in robotics, helmed by Ms Alisa Koniukhovskai of Amethyst Group (Russia); Ms Elle Quan, Vice President of APARA; Mr Oliver Tian, Vice President (Global Robot Clusters) of APARA and Mr Soungho Chae, Director of Kajima Technical Research Institute Singapore (KaTRIS).

Additionally, attendees can explore the latest digital solutions and BIM innovations at the buildingSMART Pavilion, as well as with Autodesk, LeapThought, Nemetschek, and more. Some of these include:

  • Transcendence Company Limited’s C-SMART All-in-One Smart Construction Management Platform leveraging IoT, sensors, AI, cloud computing, and Building Information Modeling (BIM) to enhance efficiency and safety throughout the entire construction lifecycle. While the platform is already deployed across nearly 400 construction sites in Hong Kong, Macau, and mainland China, BTA 2025 will be its first springboard into Singapore and ASEAN.

b) SUSTAIN – Driving Energy Efficiency & Sustainable Practices

The AtoZero @ BTA 2025: Sustainable Buildings and Energy Storage (SBES) Forum will debut, focusing on the critical roles of electrification, digitalisation, and carbon reporting. Key sessions include:

  • Keynote address by Mr Tan Szue Hann, Head of Sustainability (Real Estate) and Director, Sustainable Urban Renewal at Keppel Limited;
  • Panel discussion on powering buildings and construction, featuring experts from JTC Corporation, City Developments Limited (CDL), The GEAR by Kajima; and Infinity Cube Pte Ltd.

Conferences by IES, SIFMA and SCAL Academy will provide deeper insights into circular practices, material reuse and waste reduction. SIFMA’s key speakers include Mr Yina Chua, Head of Customer Solution, Industry, APAC & China, Grundfos (Singapore); and Mr Asen Chow, Head of Integrated Real Estate Management, JLL Property & Asset Management.

At the exhibition, attendees can connect with sustainability-focused and Energy Efficiency Grant-approved exhibitors such as Volvo Construction Equipment, JP Nelson Equipment, and Infinity Cube, alongside sustainability-driven companies like Energy Renewal, M Concept Studio and XCMG. Latest products to check out include:

  • Innoark’s E2MAS and WE2MAS systems, powered by AI to drive energy savings and water efficiency; and
  • the SRM T3 commercial EV distributed exclusively by Hong Seh Evolution, which delivers exceptional performance (with a range of up to 300 kilometers on a single charge) while maintaining energy efficiency.

c) TRANSFORM – Advancing Safety & Resilience in Construction 

Workplace safety and risk management continues to be a priority, with focal discussions at the Workplace Safety and Health Council’s Work at Heights Symposium, SPM Symposium, FPAS’ Fire Protection Symposium and the IPAF Seminar. The Work at Heights Symposium will share the latest inspection findings, best practices, and latest developments and innovations about work at height safety.

Other topics to be covered by SPM, FPAS and IPAF include best practices for Mobile Elevating Work Platforms (MEWPs), renewable energy systems and high-energy-density infrastructure. Speakers at IPAF’s seminar include Ms Lee Guek Hoon, Senior Principal Specialist (Engineering Safety), OSH Specialist Department, Ministry of Manpower Singapore.

The Work-at-Height Experience Zone is specially curated, featuring hands-on demonstrations and insights into innovative safety technologies. Exhibitors such as Antar Cranes Services, King Fire, Lingjack DiGiTaL and ProEn Scaffold will also showcase their latest solutions, such as ProEn Scaffold’s WEB Deck system, a lightweight and modular suspended access system safe for efficient work at height.

BTA 2025 will be at Singapore EXPO Hall 3 from 18 to 20 March 2025.

About BuildTech Asia

BuildTech Asia is the Asia Pacific premier platform for the built environment sector which showcases the latest regional brands showcasing the most comprehensive exhibiting profile such as onsite construction machinery & equipment, building materials & solutions, architectural & quality finishes, productive technologies, facilities management, and infrastructure solutions to help accelerate the built environment sector to build smart solutions and productive technologies across the entire building life-cycle. With international and faster and smarter. The annual event provides a gateway into Asia to network with a wide range of practitioners, technology experts, industry players, developers, agents, and distributors in the building and construction industry.

2024’s edition drew 4,800 attendees from 12 countries/regions, 64 exhibitors, and facilitated over 90 business matching sessions.

About Constellar

Constellar is Asia’s preferred partner for convening businesses, curating ideas and creating opportunities for sustainable business growth and global impact. Based in Singapore with a regional footprint in China, and Malaysia, we curate and develop influential trade and consumer events for key industries and sectors, connecting people, global marketplaces and networks for sustainable growth. We also manage the Singapore EXPO, Singapore’s largest purpose-built venue for Meetings, Incentives, Conventions and Exhibitions (MICE). Our vision is to be a global leader made in Asia, activating impactful networks to enable cross-industry collaboration and innovation through our holistic portfolio of intellectual properties in the MICE industry. Visit constellar.co for more information.

[1] These partners include AcePLP, Asia Pacific Assistive Robotics Association (APARA), AtoZero (Accelerate to Zero) ASEAN, buildingSMART International (bSI), Fire Protection Association of Singapore (FPAS), Institution of Engineers, Singapore (IES), International Powered Access Federation (IPAF), SCAL (The Singapore Contractors Association Limited) Academy, SGTech, Singapore International Facility Management Association (SIFMA), Society of Project Managers Singapore (SPM), and Workplace Safety and Health Council. 

[2] These certification points refer to Continuing Professional Development (CPD) and Safety & Technical Unit (STU) points and those awarded by the Society of Project Managers (SPM), as part of training requirements, project management certifications and/or professional license/membership renewal.

 

WuXi Biologics Included in S&P Global Sustainability Yearbook 2025

  • Ranking in top 1% of S&P Global CSA Score
  • Inclusion in Global Yearbook for third consecutive year
  • Leader in Green CRDMO to drive innovation for a healthier future

SHANGHAI, March 11, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — WuXi Biologics (“WuXi Bio”) (2269.HK), a leading global Contract Research, Development, and Manufacturing Organization (CRDMO), today announced it has been included in the S&P Global Sustainability Yearbook 2025 (“Yearbook”) for its strong sustainability performance in 2024. The company was ranked top in its industry and received a Top 1% S&P Global Corporate Sustainability Assessment (CSA) Score, marking the third year WuXi Biologics has received this highest level of recognition.

The Yearbook aims to distinguish individual companies — within a range of industries — that have demonstrated strong corporate sustainability, based on their S&P Global 2024 CSA Score. Out of the 7,690 companies assessed in the 2024 CSA, only 780 companies, across 62 industries, were recognized as the top performers and selected for inclusion in Yearbook 2025.

Dr. Chris Chen, CEO of WuXi Biologics and Chairman of its ESG Committee, commented, “We are very pleased to be once again selected for inclusion in the Yearbook, a reflection of our steadfast dedication to enhancing our sustainability performance. As a global leader in Green CRDMO, we consistently deliver ESG excellence, enable partners worldwide to fulfill ESG commitments, and jointly work with all stakeholders to promote responsible practices throughout the entire value chain.”

In the past couple of years, WuXi Biologics has also been named to the 2023 and 2024 Dow Jones Sustainability Indices (DJSI) for its unremitting efforts and notable achievements in promoting sustainable development. In addition, as a participant of United Nations Global Compact (UNGC) and Pharmaceutical Supply Chain Initiative (PSCI), WuXi Biologics proactively contributes to advocating sustainability, and has earned widespread recognition for its efforts. It was granted an MSCI AAA Rating and EcoVadis Platinum Medal for two consecutive years; included in the UNGC 20 Case Examples of Sustainable Development for 20 Years Collection for its world-leading green biologics solutions; recognized as a Sustainalytics industry and regional ESG top-rated company for five consecutive years; named to the CDP Water Security “A list” and awarded an “A-” CDP Climate Change score; selected as a Constituent of the FTSE4Good Index Series; and listed in the Hang Seng ESG 50 Index.

About WuXi Biologics

WuXi Biologics (stock code: 2269.HK) is a leading global Contract Research, Development and Manufacturing Organization (CRDMO) offering end-to-end solutions that enable partners to discover, develop and manufacture biologics – from concept to commercialization – for the benefit of patients worldwide.

With over 12,000 skilled employees in China, the United States, Ireland, Germany and Singapore, WuXi Biologics leverages its technologies and expertise to provide customers with efficient and cost-effective biologics discovery, development and manufacturing solutions. As of December 31, 2024, WuXi Biologics is supporting 817 integrated client projects, including 21 in commercial manufacturing (excluding COVID CMO projects).

WuXi Biologics views Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) responsibilities as an integral component of our ethos and business strategy, and we aim to be an ESG leader in the biologics CRDMO sector. Our facilities use next-generation biomanufacturing technologies and clean-energy sources. We have also established an ESG committee led by our CEO to steer the comprehensive ESG strategy and its implementation, enhancing our commitment to sustainability.

For more information about WuXi Biologics, please visit: www.wuxibiologics.com

USPACE: A Hundred Satellites Illuminate Hong Kong After Six Years of Hard Work


HONG KONG SAR – EQS Newswire – 11 March 2025 Since its foundation in September 2019, USPACE – formerly known as Hong Kong Aerospace Technology Group – has embarked on an arduous six-year journey from concept to reality. In March 2025, the company marked a watershed moment by rolling out its first batch of 100 satellites. This achievement was celebrated with a three-day public exhibition in Hong Kong, the first stop of a global tour co-organized with the International Astronautical Federation, followed by stops in the United States, Canada, Europe, and other regions in Asia.

Six Years of Grit and Breakthroughs
In July 2020, amid the peak of the COVID-19 pandemic, USPACE forged a strategic partnership with China Great Wall Industrial Corporation (CGWIC). Starting with a comprehensive design for an intelligent satellite manufacturing center, the company acquired Hong Kong’s first AIT satellite intelligent production line, a pioneering initiative that filled a critical gap in the satellite industry across Hong Kong and Asia.

A year later, in July 2021, USPACE had gone public on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange after a major merger and acquisition. In June 2022, through meticulous planning, the company selected the Advanced Manufacturing Center and Data Center in Hong Kong Science Park, leasing nearly 200,000 square feet to build a satellite manufacturing center and data hub. With support from CGWIC and the 8th Academy of China Aerospace Science and Technology Corporation, the facility was completed only one year later in July 2023, featuring an ISO 14644-1:2015 Class 7/100,000 cleanroom. The facility has also introduced the aerospace-grade precision manufacturing system, facilitating multiple automated processes in satellite assembly, integration, and testing.

On July 25, 2023, the inauguration of Hong Kong’s first satellite intelligent production line took place in grand style. Over 160 delegates from 47 countries’ aerospace agencies, international and regional space organizations, Hong Kong-based institutions, research institutes, and universities attended the event, engaging in lively discussions on deepening future cooperation. USPACE has embarked on its global expansion, forging friendly ties with space agencies and enterprises from major and emerging space nations.

In December 2023, to better align with its international ambitions, the company rebranded as USPACE. In a bid to cater to global customers and slash satellite production costs, USPACE undertook vertical integration, independently designing and manufacturing more than 80% of its satellite components. By mass-producing 100 satellites, the company achieved a historic 80% reduction in production costs, setting the stage to optimize its global manufacturing footprint and boost capacity to 500 satellites annually.

On March 10, 2025, the three-day “100 Satellites” exhibition officially kicked off, not only offering a compelling showcase of USPACE’s large-scale satellite manufacturing capabilities, but also underscoring the company’s commitment to pioneering the deep integration of Industry 5.0, artificial intelligence (AI), and satellite technology (ST).

Even as USPACE continues to refine its expertise in satellite and component manufacturing, the company is preparing to launch a groundbreaking project – a constellation of 6,000 integrated communications and remote-sensing satellites over the Middle East and Africa – in 2025, developed in collaboration with the Arab Information and Communications Organization. Building upon a six-year investment totaling HK$1.9 billion ($244.6 million), USPACE has mapped out an ambitious plan to inject an additional $300 million between 2025 and 2026 alongside strategic partners. This initiative marks a crucial step in the company’s dual-track approach – combining satellite production with constellation deployment – to drive forward commercial aerospace applications across the entire value chain.

Speaking at the exhibition, USPACE founder, honorary chairman, and CEO Wen Yichuan extended his sincere gratitude to CGWIC and the 8th Academy of China Aerospace Science and Technology Corporation for their unwavering support. He also emphasized the company’s plans to deepen cooperation with them in the development of USPACE’s satellite manufacturing centers in Thailand and Spain. He also expressed appreciation for the Arab Information and Communications Organization, the International Astronautical Federation, and the many Chinese and international partners who have supported USPACE’s journey over the past six years.

With an unwavering commitment to progress, USPACE remains at the forefront of aerospace innovation, driving the popularization of satellite manufacturing, advancing sustainable technological development, and accelerating the transformation of the global space industry.

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electronica China 2025: High-quality Chinese and International Companies Gather at this Can’t-miss Electronics Event with 100,000 Square Meters!

SHANGHAI, March 11, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — electronica China 2025 will take place from April 15 to 17, 2025 at the Shanghai New International Expo Centre (SNIEC), in halls W3-W5 and N1-N5. It is expected to attract a total of more than 1,700 high-quality exhibitors from domestic and international markets covering 100,000 square meters. Register now and check out the latest updates on the exhibition area!

Fairgrounds Map

fairgrounds map of electronica China 2025
fairgrounds map of electronica China 2025

Overview some important exhibition areas

Semiconductors & Sensors

In recent years, the rapid development of the Internet of Things (IoT) industry in China has positioned sensors as one of the core components of the country’s “Strong Foundation Project”. As a result, the market scale and application scenarios for sensors in China have continued to grow. electronica China 2025 will include exhibition areas for semiconductors and sensors, gathering numerous high-quality exhibitors to discuss industry development on-site.

Test and Measurement & Power Supplies

The power supply industry in China has seen rapid growth fueled by international industrial relocation, the ongoing development of China’s information technology, and the continuous advancements in the defense and military sectors. The 2025 exhibition will feature bring together companies to showcase their products and participate in technological discussions in the test and measurement, and power supply exhibition areas.

Connectors, Switches and Cable Harness

In recent years, the connector market has experienced overall growth, fueled by the rapid development of downstream industries such as consumer electronics, new energy vehicles, communications, and industrial control. electroinica China 2025 will feature a connector exhibition area, inviting numerous leading exhibitors from the connector industry to showcase their new products.

PCB & EMS

With the maturation of the EMS industry model and ongoing technological advancements and capacity upgrades by companies, the global EMS market is experiencing greater diversity in its downstream customer sectors. At present, EMS is extensively applied across a range of sectors, including consumer electronics, automotive electronics, industrial control electronics, etc. electronica China 2025 will set up PCB and EMS exhibition areas.

Passive Components & Distributors

The development of technologies like 5G communication, artificial intelligence (AI), and the IoT is presenting substantial opportunities for the passive components industry. Additionally, passive components are widely used in such fields as telecommunications, power, automotive electronics, and healthcare, providing substantial growth opportunities for the industry. electronica China 2025 will set up passive components and distributors exhibition areas.

Click to register now: https://ec.global-eservice.com/?lang=en&channel=mts 

Learn more about electronica China: https://www.electronicachina.com.cn/en 

For more information, please contact:

Chloe Qiu at chloe.qiu@mm-sh.com

StarHub announces certification as an official OutSystems’ Sales and Delivery Partner

StarHub expands offerings to enterprises with Outsystems’ accelerated time-to-market and cost-efficient software solutions

SINGAPORE, March 11, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — StarHub is proud to announce its certification as an official OutSystems Sales and Delivery Partner, reinforcing its expertise in delivering comprehensive enterprise solutions. This underscores StarHub’s commitment to leveraging OutSystems’ industry-leading AI-powered low-code platform to enhance its service offerings, enabling businesses to accelerate and customise application development with greater speed and efficiency.

“StarHub understands the urgency businesses face to innovate and transform digitally,” said Tan Kit Yong, Head of Enterprise Business Group, StarHub. “Our partnership with OutSystems enables us to deliver cutting-edge, low-code solutions that accelerate innovation, drive efficiency, and empower businesses to stay ahead in today’s rapidly evolving digital landscape, and free business professionals from lengthy development cycles to focus on the work that truly matters. Together, we are unlocking new possibilities for our customers to scale, innovate, and thrive in the digital age.”

OutSystems is a global leader in AI-powered low-code application development platforms. With a long history and valued experience in providing organisations a platform to build, deploy, and manage enterprise-grade applications quickly with a high degree of efficiency with minimal hand-coding.

“StarHub has been a valuable partner since joining us in February 2024. In less than a year, they have achieved the Sales and Delivery Authorization certifications, showcasing their strong commitment to not only driving new business, but also building a robust delivery team on OutSystems,” said Mark Weaser, Vice President of Asia Pacific, OutSystems. “Their dedication is further demonstrated through the successful deployment of multiple projects within their own organization. We are excited to continue growing the Singapore market together with StarHub’s talented team.”

This certification recognises StarHub’s expertise in providing enterprise clients with OutSystems’ tailored AI-powered low-code solutions for accelerated digital transformation. By addressing common pain points such as lengthy development cycles, high costs, and complex system integrations, StarHub empowers businesses to focus on innovation and streamlining their operations through OutSystems, all while maintaining agility. This flexibility allows organisations to rapidly adapt to changing market demands, and deliver impactful solutions with speed and efficiency. Combined with StarHub’s unique position to offer telco insights, customers will receive more informed and data-driven solutions with greater precision and reliability, ensuring that they meet the growing demands for technology that is agile, scalable, and efficient, to stay ahead of the curve.

Furthermore, StarHub will also strengthen its own processes and systems with OutSystems’ powerful low-code platform, including in application development, prototyping, and streamlining deployment, significantly expediting the delivery of solutions to its enterprise clients, to better focus on addressing their diverse needs.

StarHub is committed to identifying and developing cutting-edge solutions that address real-world business challenges, and is confident that these solutions built on the OutSystems platform will allow them to remain competitive.

For more information on StarHub’s enterprise solutions including those from OutSystems, visit https://www.starhub.com/business/enterprise

About StarHub 

StarHub is a leading homegrown Singapore company that delivers world-class communications, entertainment and digital services. With our extensive fibre and wireless infrastructure and global partnerships, we bring to people, homes and enterprises quality mobile and fixed services, a broad suite of premium content, and a diverse range of communication solutions. We develop and deliver to corporate and government clients solutions incorporating artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, data analytics, Internet of Things and robotics. We are committed to conducting our business in a sustainable and environmentally responsible manner. Listed on the Singapore Exchange mainboard, StarHub is a component stock of the SGX iEdge Singapore Low Carbon Index, iEdge-OCBC Singapore Low Carbon Select 50 Capped Index; as well as the FTSE4Good Index series. StarHub is ranked 184 in the inaugural FORTUNE Southeast Asia 500 in 2024, and is recognised as the world’s most sustainable wireless telecommunication provider on the Corporate Knights Global 100 2025. Visit www.starhub.com for more information. 

Hmong Market Farmers in Tasmania Not Immune to Agriculture Industry Changes

Hmong Veggies. (Photo: Harvest Launceston)

ABC – Farming is what Dee Thao’s family is best known for. Members of her Hmong community are familiar to most Tasmanian market-goers looking to buy fresh vegetables on a weekend.

Tencent Cloud, Anti-Cheat Expert (ACE) and Asphere Join Forces to Ensure Fair Game Play

HONG KONG, March 11, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Tencent Cloud, the cloud business of global leading technology company Tencent, and Anti-Cheat Expert (ACE), Tencent’s professional game security solution, announced the partnership with Asphere, an influential digital technology company in Southeast Asia (SEA). Under the collaboration, Asphere will integrate the security services provided by ACE to enhance the user experience of their popular games, including Nine Dragon Ultimate, YG Mobile, and Rakion.

Tencent Cloud, Anti-Cheat Expert (ACE) and Asphere Join Forces to Ensure Fair Game Play
Tencent Cloud, Anti-Cheat Expert (ACE) and Asphere Join Forces to Ensure Fair Game Play

As a listed company in SEA with over 20 years of operation, Asphere is dedicated to enhancing its business capabilities and creating new consumer experiences in the Web 3.0 era. In regions where in-game cheating has long been a significant concern, Asphere aims to leverage the ACE solution to effectively combat game cheating by collaborating with Tencent Cloud.

ACE offers a comprehensive range of game security services, safeguarding players across various scenarios throughout the lifecycle of both PC and mobile games. It provides multi-dimensional protection and detection capabilities. Leveraging 20 years of anti-cheat experience and a vast database of cheat samples, ACE employs AI and big data technologies to develop industry-leading solutions. These solutions effectively detect various types of threats and cheating, including emerging cheats such as DMA (Direct Memory Access) and AI-based cheats.

Aside from ACE, this partnership also leverages Tencent Cloud’s Global Content Delivery Network (CDN), which enhances user experience by ensuring fast and reliable access to Asphere’s content across different regions. Currently, Tencent Cloud International operates 58 availability zones across 21 regions globally. With over 3200 cache nodes around the globe, content is distributed to acceleration nodes across the network to ensure a safe and seamless experience.

Jimmy Chen, Vice President of Tencent Cloud International and Managing Director of Southeast Asia, said, “Tencent Cloud and ACE are thrilled to collaborate with Asphere to ensure a fair gaming environment for players. With our extensive experience in supporting gaming companies, we are well-equipped to detect the latest types of cheats swiftly and effectively, and strive to prevent malicious players from disrupting the game. Looking ahead, we are eager to expand our services internationally and explore further collaborations with global partners.”

Asa Piwkhum, Chief Marketing Officer at Asphere, said, “We are excited to join forces with Tencent Cloud to develop and share best practices for nurturing healthy gaming communities and promoting positive player interactions. Our aim is to create a safe and enjoyable gaming environment where players can connect and engage with each other. This partnership represents a major step forward in achieving this goal. We look forward to further enhancing our user experience and ensuring a fair gaming environment for all players.”

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About Tencent Cloud:

Tencent Cloud, one of the world’s leading cloud companies, is committed to creating innovative solutions to resolve real-world issues and enabling digital transformation for smart industries. Through our extensive global infrastructure, Tencent Cloud provides businesses across the globe with stable and secure industry-leading cloud products and services, leveraging technological advancements such as cloud computing, Big Data analytics, AI, IoT, and network security. It is our constant mission to meet the needs of industries across the board, including the fields of gaming, media and entertainment, finance, healthcare, property, retail, travel, and transportation.

About Anti-Cheat Expert (ACE):

Since 2005, Anti-Cheat Expert (ACE) has strived to protect games and players from a broad range of game security threats, offering developers a one-stop game security solution. From basic game protection strategies to industry-leading technologies, ACE offers safeguarding for all games, empowering game developers to preserve the integrity of their game environments. ACE is steadfast in its dedication to partnering with global gaming professionals, contributing to the flourishing of the digital gaming landscape but also to uphold a fair playing field for gamers worldwide.

About Asphere:

As a leading online game publisher in Southeast Asia under the PlayPark name, our core mission is to deliver world-class entertainment and immersive gaming experiences. With a diverse portfolio of high-quality PC and mobile games, spanning genres such as MMORPG, Casual, SRPG, FPS, and MOBA, we continue to redefine the gaming landscape.

Operating in Thailand, Singapore, Malaysia, the Philippines, Indonesia, and Vietnam, PlayPark has cultivated a deep understanding of the region’s dynamic gaming community. By embracing the rich diversity of languages, cultures, and lifestyles, we have cemented our position as a leading force in the online gaming industry.

Through innovation, community engagement, and a commitment to excellence, PlayPark continues to shape the future of gaming, bringing players together for unforgettable experiences.

 

Kacific and PAKSAT partner to bring affordable satellite Internet to Pakistan

ISLAMABAD, Pakistan, March 11, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Kacific Broadband Satellites Group (Kacific) and PAKSAT are partnering to expand high-speed, affordable satellite internet across Pakistan, where over 54% of the population lacks reliable broadband. Leveraging 11 Ka-band spot beams on the Paksat MM1 satellite, this partnership will bridge the digital divide and support the country’s growing connectivity needs. With high-throughput capacity for over 20,000 sites, the collaboration will provide essential broadband access for communities, businesses, government agencies, ISPs, and telcos, enabling mobile backhaul and backup connectivity in remote regions.

Kacific - Powered by PAKSAT
Kacific – Powered by PAKSAT

A Commitment to Nationwide Connectivity

“SUPARCO’s story is one of unwavering ambition. Since its inception, we have been driven by a vision to propel Pakistan’s journey into the cosmos,” said Muhammad Yousuf Khan, Chairman of SUPARCO. The partnership between PAKSAT and Kacific will certainly bridge the digital divide in Pakistan and will empower countless communities.

“Improving Pakistan’s connectivity will have a positive impact on the country’s economy and its communities,” said Dr Shahid Rasheed, CEO of PAKSAT. “The people of Pakistan, like those of other developed countries, can expect to enjoy fast, affordable internet wherever they live and work. That’s a goal that PAKSAT is striving to achieve day and night.”

“With this partnership, Kacific is making a long-term investment in Pakistan’s digital future,” said Christian Patouraux, CEO of Kacific. “We’re expanding ISP partnerships, training KAD installers, and deploying essential infrastructure to meet the country’s growing connectivity needs.”

Urgent Connectivity Challenges in Pakistan

Pakistan’s broadband demand is increasing with every passing year, yet over 131.8 million people remain offline. Fiber penetration is extremely low, with fiber-to-the-home access under 5%. Only 15% of the country’s 55,000 cell towers are fibre-connected, compared to the 40% international benchmark. Kacific’s high-speed satellite service will significantly enhance Pakistan’s mobile backhaul capabilities, bypassing infrastructure limitations at a fraction of fibre’s cost.

Unlocking the Potential of Paksat-MM1

Launched in May 2024, Paksat-MM1 delivers 99% availability with seamless nationwide coverage. Gateway beams over Lahore, Karachi, and Islamabad provide real-time monitored connectivity, backed by 24/7 support from Kacific’s Singapore Operations Center.

Following the launch of Paksat-MM1, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif called it a “momentous occasion,” highlighting its role in revolutionizing Pakistan’s digital landscape. Minister of State for IT & Telecom, Shaza Fatima Khawaja, reaffirmed the government’s commitment to digital inclusion, emphasizing the satellite’s potential to enhance connectivity, especially in remote areas.

Strategic Partnerships Driving Pakistan’s Digital Transformation

Kacific is working alongside strategic partners to ensure reliable, cost-effective connectivity:

  • Paksat International (Pvt) Limited (PAKSAT): The private limited company markets the satellite capacity of National Communication Satellites, including PakSat-MM1, a high-power multi-mission satellite which provides communication services in Ka, Ku, C and other bands.
  • SUPARCO (Pakistan’s Space & Upper Atmosphere Research Commission): Pakistan’s national space agency, ensuring seamless satellite operations.

Complementing our strategic partners, Kacific brings a proven, scalable broadband model, delivering high-speed connectivity across 25 countries. With experience in large-scale VSAT deployment, rural network infrastructure, and disaster response, Kacific has connected over 500,000 users. Kacific also provides end-to-end support, from satellite payload operations to network management, ensuring seamless and affordable broadband expansion in Pakistan.

Scalable, Affordable Internet for Pakistan

Kacific introduces its Gigstarter plans, which offer unlimited data and easy, low-cost installation for both residential and business users. Kacific will offer three plans for the consumer market: an entry-level 30/20 Mbps plan and two with higher speeds and bigger priority data quotas: 60/20 and 100/20 Mbps. These plans are billed per site monthly, providing cost-effective solutions for diverse connectivity needs. Kacific will sell the services in Pakistan via Operators registered with the regulatory bodies. In addition, Kacific intends to train and certify hundreds of Kacific Authorized Distributors to install, resell, and maintain sites across Pakistan, fostering community engagement and economic growth.

A New Era of Digital Empowerment for Pakistan

By combining Kacific’s global expertise with PAKSAT’s national assets, this partnership is set to transform Pakistan’s digital landscape. It will empower communities, drive innovation, and unlock new economic opportunities, ensuring that even the most remote regions can thrive in the digital age.

About Kacific 

Founded in 2013, Kacific Broadband Satellites Group is a next-generation satellite operator providing access to affordable, reliable, high-speed broadband services across Asia and the Pacific. Kacific uses advanced Ka-band space and ground communications technologies to provide innovative services to governments, businesses, and communities. Today, as one of the largest Ka-band satellite operators in Asia-Pacific, Kacific fosters greater internet usage, fuels economic growth, supports disaster management and control, and improves the delivery of other critical services.

Kacific1, which was launched back in 2019, connects underserved areas in 25 countries in the Asia-Pacific region. Kacific is an award-winning company, recognized with many awards, including the Gold Stevie® Award for Excellence in Innovation in Technology Industries (Asia-Pacific Stevie Awards, 2024), Connecting the Unconnected (Global Telecoms Awards 2022), Outstanding Satellite Company (PCT Awards, 2022 and 2024).

Kacific is headquartered in Singapore and employs over 100 staff globally. For more information, visit www.kacific.com or follow us on Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter or YouTube

About PAKSAT

PAKSAT International (Pvt) Limited was established in 2004 to market the satellite capacity of National Communication Satellites. PAKSAT offers commercial satellite capacity and managed services via its high-power satellites, Paksat-1R and Paksat-MM1, located at 38° & 38.2° East. These satellites support a range of services across C, Ku, Ka, and L bands, catering to customers in South Asia, the Middle East, Europe, Africa, and Central Asia.

PAKSAT has grown rapidly since its foundation, with significant milestones, including the launch of PAKSAT-1R in 2011, followed by the advanced PAKSAT-MM1 in May 2024. PAKSAT-MM1 marks a major step in satellite technology, further expanding broadcasting capabilities by distributing over 120 TV channels. PAKSAT’s innovative approach in the digital era supports the vision of Digital Pakistan, bridging the gap between urban and rural areas through reliable satellite links.

With a focus on long-term partnerships, PAKSAT delivers tailored, cost-effective solutions that add real value, making it a trusted partner for TV broadcasters, cellular operators, internet service providers, and government organizations across four continents. Its commitment to excellence and continuous innovation remains at the heart of its success in the evolving communications landscape.