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Ericsson to expand and modernize SoftBank Corp.’s core network in Japan

  • Agreement to include a range of capabilities from Ericsson’s cloud-native dual-mode 5G Core solution, as well as Ericsson Cloud IMS
  • Integration of cutting-edge automation technologies to streamline network operations, optimize resources in real time, and drive operational and capital expenditure reductions
  • Agreement accelerates the transition to 5G Standalone (SA). Strengthened cloud-native platform will help create new value in SoftBank’s telecom business

STOCKHOLM, March 26, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Ericsson (NASDAQ: ERIC) has signed a multi-year framework agreement with SoftBank Corp. (SoftBank) in Japan to deploy next-generation core network solutions to expand and modernize SoftBank’s core network infrastructure and accelerate 5G Standalone (SA) adoption.

The agreement will tap the full scope of Ericsson’s Core Networks’ portfolio, including the Ericsson dual-mode 5G Core solution running on Ericsson’s Cloud Native Infrastructure Solution (CNIS). The deployment will include subscriber data management through Ericsson’s User Data Consolidation (UDC) solution, policy control, and cloud-based IP Multimedia Subsystem (IMS) solutions.

These solutions will enable SoftBank to accelerate its transition to 5G SA while managing existing 4G and 5G services in an integrated manner, improving overall network scalability and reliability. The agreement will also strengthen SoftBank’s foundation for 5G Advanced use cases and AI-driven operations across the network.

Hideyuki Tsukuda, Executive Vice President and CTO, SoftBank Corp., says: “Ericsson’s advanced cloud-native technologies and automation solutions are an extremely important foundation for achieving the ‘fusion of AI and networks’ that we are promoting. Through this renewal of our core network, it becomes possible to significantly heighten the autonomy and efficiency of network operations, in addition to accelerating the transition to 5G SA. SoftBank will build a robust and flexible next-generation infrastructure, continuing to provide new value to customers while driving innovation in the telecom industry.”

Jawad Mansour, President and Representative Director of Ericsson Japan, says: “We are very pleased that SoftBank, an industry frontrunner in merging AI with telecommunications, has selected our core network and IMS solutions to underpin its further evolution. By combining our technology with global experience, we will support SoftBank’s objectives to enhance network performance, improve operational efficiency, and advance the adoption of all forms of automation – contributing to digital transformation that helps address societal challenges in Japan.”

Agreement scope:

  • Network modernization
         Existing subscriber mobility functions, MME (Mobility Management Entity) and AMF (Access and Mobility Management Function) nationwide will be migrated to cloud-native dual-mode 5G Core on CNIS, enabling flexible software-based control across legacy and next-generation access technologies. Voice gateway and policy control capabilities will also be modernized to cloud-native configurations (PCC, PCG, CCPC), delivering scalable and resilient voice domains and robust policy control frameworks.
  • Network expansion and data management enhancement
         A full cloud-native subscriber data management capability, through Ericsson’s UDC solution, will be deployed on CNIS to strengthen subscriber data management and meet increasing service and capacity demands. This will include a data provisioning layer provided by EDA (Ericsson Dynamic Activation), data storage layer from CCDM (Cloud Core Data-Storage Manager) and a subscription management layer, Cloud Core Subscription Manager (CCSM), with additional functionality to ensure subscriber data across 4G and 5G.
  • IMS modernization
         SoftBank’s IMS solutions will be modernized to Ericsson Cloud IMS, enhancing voice and multimedia service quality and accelerate the rollout of new services

These capabilities will help SoftBank to shorten time-to-market for new services. Orchestration and automation on cloud infrastructure will simplify operational processes and reduce OPEX. In addition, advanced orchestration, efficient scaling, and hardware modernization are expected to help reduce overall network energy consumption.

Ericsson will continue to support SoftBank as a trusted partner in building an innovation platform to create new business value by utilizing AI, cloud, and network capabilities.

Ericsson’s long partnership as a trusted SoftBank supplier spans both core network and radio access network hardware and software products and solutions.

Related links:

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SoftBank Corp., Ericsson, Qualcomm Technologies trial 5G and 5G Advanced capabilities including L4S on 5G SA commercial network

Ericsson expands 4G and 5G network equipment partnership with SoftBank Corp.

Ericsson and SoftBank Corp. forge strategic partnership to drive innovation in AI, Cloud, XR, and 6G technologies towards 2030

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Tales & Trails | Beijing: Where ancient legacy meets high tech

BEIJING, March 26, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — A news report from chinadaily.com.cn:

Join China Daily journalist Erik Nilsson on a tour of Beijing to explore its timeless charm alongside a tech-powered future. A stroll around Beijing is a journey through time, where centuries-old heritage coexists with cutting-edge innovation. The Beijing Central Axis reveals the city’s historical heart. At the Choc Choco Chocolate Museum, history takes the form of edible art. In Beijing E-Town, visitors experience the forefront of artificial intelligence, while the ancient Grand Canal continues to breathe new life into urbanization.

 

DJI Avata 360 Sets New Standards for Immersive 360 FPV Flying

Equipped with DJI’s flagship 1-inch imaging, O4+ video transmission, and omnidirectional obstacle sensing, creators can now film 360 footage in 8K with ease

SHENZHEN, China, March 26, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — DJI, the global leader in civilian drones and creative camera technology, today launches Avata 360. Designed to unlock endless creativity in one take[1], DJI’s new 8K 360° flagship drone delivers 360° imaging with 1-inch-equivalent sensors[1] for filming in 8K/60fps HDR video. Meanwhile, DJI’s powerful O4+ video transmission system and obstacle sensing[1] enable creators to see farther with a more stable, safer, and more immersive flight experience. Paired with DJI goggles and motion controllers, the latest addition to the popular Avata series delivers an immersive 360° flight experience for FPV thrills. Creators can also use DJI remote controllers to capture a full 360° view in a single flight that can be reframed from any perspective, transforming a single take into multiple creative possibilities.

DJI Avata 360 Sets New Standards for Immersive 360 FPV Flying
DJI Avata 360 Sets New Standards for Immersive 360 FPV Flying

Brilliant Imaging, Boundless Creativity

Avata 360 offers two different lenses that can be seamlessly switched. The 360° lens uses 1-inch-equivalent sensors[1] that can capture 360° images in rich detail for 8K/60fps HDR videos[1] and 120 MP photos. With the large 2.4 μm pixels and high dynamic range, light and shadow are also captured with exquisite clarity. Both video and photos can be exported directly or reframed in post-production. Meanwhile, the Single Lens mode allows creators to use the classic Avata-style filming in 4K/60fps[1].

Powerful Video Transmission, Immersive Flight

Avata 360 leverages DJI’s flagship O4+ video transmission system to deliver stable and clear live feeds for smoother, more immersive flights. Its strong anti-interference capabilities enable high-definition, high-frame-rate transmission at 1080p/60fps and support a range of up to 20 km[1].

Fly With Confidence, Create With Ease

Avata 360 offers up to 23 minutes of flight time[1] and includes several standard safety features, including nightscape omnidirectional obstacle sensing[1] and integrated propeller guards. If damaged, the camera lens can be easily replaced with the DJI Avata 360 replacement lens kit with tools (sold separately). It also brings an exceptional experience to aerial content creation, where a single shot with the drone’s 360° imaging can be transformed into multiple, masterful creations through post production using the DJI Fly and DJI Studio apps, including:

  • Spotlight Free[1]Locks onto a moving subject and assists with camera movement, replicating the sophisticated camera language like a pro with Inspire 3. By comparison, Spotlight locks onto your subject’s face to effortlessly capture Circle or Dronie shots without manual adjustments.
  • ActiveTrack 360°[1] – Automatically selects the optimal tracking mode. For example, Standard mode maintains a steady distance and altitude relative to the subject. Meanwhile, Cycling mode reacts faster to turns and keeps the subject in frame even in complex environments.
  • FPV mode – Enables even novice pilots to adds a natural roll effect to Spotlight Free, ActiveTrack 360°, and manual flights to create dynamic, high-speed FPV-style footage. This mode can be applied in post-production.
  • Intelligent Tracking – Powered by advanced algorithms, DJI Fly and DJI Studio apps make it effortless to lock onto and smoothly track people, vehicles, pets, and more, even in 360° footage.
  • New One-Tap In-App Editing – With GyroFrame, 360° footage can be adjusted to an ideal angle and exported in the DJI Fly app. Both DJI Fly and DJI Studio allow camera movement effects to be added.
  • Virtual Gimbal[1] – Uses a 360° view to enable infinite rotation and tilt for dynamic camera moves. Even when flying in one direction, horizons can be rotated, and perspectives can be shifted to look back or perform a flip.
  • Replaceable Front Lens Element – The front element features a replaceable design. Purchase a replacement lens kit with tools[1], and you can easily replace the old lens yourself—no need to send it in for repair.
  • 42GB Internal Storage and High-Speed Transfers – With 42GB of internal storage, 30 minutes of 360° video in 8K without a microSD card. Using Wi-Fi 6 High-Speed Transfer, 1 GB of footage can be transferred to the DJI Fly app in 10 seconds at up to 100 MB/s[1].

FPV Flights and Aerial Filming in One Drone

Avata 360 combines the creative freedom of a 360 camera with the thrill of FPV flying like never before. It can be flown with DJI remote controllers (RC 2, RC-N2, RC-N3) for precise camera movement, allowing creators to unlock new ways to create stunning aerial shots. Meanwhile, DJI goggles and motion controllers offer a more immersive flight experience with 360° imaging at 1080p/60fps. Like the Avata 2, aerial acrobatics like drifting can be performed – even by beginners – with the DJI RC Motion 3. 

Price and Availability

DJI Avata 360 is available for pre-order starting today through store.dji.com and authorized retailers. Shipping begins April 2026 and will vary by region. Pricing and configurations are as follows:

  • DJI Avata 360 (Drone Only) retails for £409.
  • DJI Avata 360 (DJI RC 2) retails for £639.
  • DJI Avata 360 Fly More Combo (DJI RC 2) retails for £829.
  • DJI Avata 360 Motion Fly More Combo retails for £829.

DJI Care Refresh

DJI Care Refresh, the comprehensive protection plan for DJI products, is now available for DJI Avata 360. The replacement service covers accidental damage, including flyaway, collisions and water damage. For a small additional charge, you can have your damaged product replaced if an accident occurs.

DJI Care Refresh (1-Year Plan) includes up to two replacements in one year. DJI Care Refresh (2-Year Plan) includes up to four replacements in two years. Other services of DJI Care Refresh include official Warranty and free shipping. For a full list of details, please visit: https://www.dji.com/support/service/djicare-refresh.

For more information, please refer to: https://www.dji.com/avata-360

[1] Only supported by certain camera modes or with specific accessories. All data was measured using a production model of DJI Avata 360 in a controlled environment; actual experience may vary. For more information, please refer to https://www.dji.com/avata-360.

 

Peijia Medical Announces 2025 Annual Results

SUZHOU, China, March 26, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Peijia Medical (9996.HK), a leading Chinese domestic company in the high-growth transcatheter valve therapeutics and neurovascular interventions markets, announced its annual results for the year ended December 31, 2025 on March 25, 2026.

During the year, the Group delivered steady revenue growth and continued improvement in operating efficiency, while advancing multiple key pipeline programs. Against a dynamic industry backdrop, the Group’s core business demonstrated increasingly resilience. The Neurointerventional Business emerged as a stronger earnings contributor, while the Transcatheter Valve Therapeutic Business continued to expand its platform, enhance commercialization capabilities and improve its profitability profile.

Steady Growth with Improving Profitability Profile

For the year ended December 31, 2025, the Group recorded total revenue of RMB712.9 million, representing a year-on-year increase of 15.8%. Revenue contribution remained balanced, with TAVR-related products accounting for 40.7% and neurointerventional products accounting for 59.3% of total revenue.

While maintaining a relatively stable gross margin, the Group continued to strengthen cost discipline and improve operating efficiency, supported by scale expansion and more focused resource allocation. Excluding the losses attributable to the entities comprising the Future Technology Business [1], the Group’s adjusted loss for the year narrowed by 44.1% year on year to RMB110.5 million, reflecting a clear trend of improving underlying profitability.

Neurointerventional Business: Profit Contribution Accelerates and Globalization Begins

The Neurointerventional Business continued to deliver strong earnings growth during the year. Segment profit increased by 86.6% year on year to RMB97.2 million, while segment profit margin improved to 23.0%. The significant profit expansion was driven by continued revenue growth, disciplined cost management and improved operating efficiency, indicating that operating leverage is increasingly being realized as the business scales.

The segment also achieved a key milestone in its globalization strategy. In March 2026, DCwire® received 510(k) clearance from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, marking the Group’s first regulatory approval in the United States. This milestone validates the competitiveness of the Group’s products and establishes a foundation for further expansion into global markets.

TAVR Business: Leadership Reinforced with Expansion into New Indications

The Group maintained its leading position in China’s TAVR market and continued to expand its commercialization footprint. During the year, revenue from TAVR-related products increased by 11.6% year on year to RMB290.1 million. Total implant volume reached approximately 3,900 units, up 14.4% year on year, while the Group’s products were adopted by more than 780 hospitals, including approximately 130 newly added hospitals during the year.

The Group’s Taurus product family continued to gain strong clinical recognition in the treatment of aortic stenosis, supported by a comprehensive portfolio spanning core and premium offerings. At the same time, the approval of TaurusTrio® (the Group’s localized product licensed from the JenaValve TrilogyTM THV System for Greater China) in December 2025 for the treatment of symptomatic, severe aortic regurgitation marked a major strategic milestone. This approval expands the Group’s valve platform from a single-indication focus to a broader multi-indication platform, opening new growth opportunities and strengthening its long-term competitive positioning.

Pipeline Momentum and Multiple Near-Term Catalysts

The Group continued to make steady progress across its pipeline, supporting the next phase of growth. In China, registration applications were submitted for TaurusNXT®, the Group’s next-generation durability-enhanced TAVR product, and GeminiOne®, its transcatheter edge-to-edge repair (TEER) system. Patient enrollment for the registration clinical trial of HighLife®, the Group’s licensed-in trans-septal mitral valve replacement system continued to accelerate, while ReachTact®, the Group’s robotic-assisted TAVR system, entered registration clinical trial phase.

Globally, GeminiOne® has been submitted for EU MDR CE Mark registration, while other pipeline programs continue to advance through clinical development.

As of the end of 2025, seven of the Group’s transcatheter valve therapeutic products had been included in the National Medical Products Administration (NMPA) Innovative Medical Device Special Review Procedure, ranking first in the industry and highlighting the Group’s strong innovation capabilities.

Management Commentary

Dr. Yi Zhang, Chairman and CEO of Peijia Medical, commented:

“2025 was a year of steady progress and strengthening fundamentals for Peijia. Our Transcatheter Valve Therapeutic Business continued to expand its commercialization platform and growth potential, while our Neurointerventional Business delivered accelerated profit growth and is becoming an increasily important contributor to the Group’s earnings.

Looking ahead to 2026, we see both new opportunities and higher expectations. We will remain focused on disciplined execution, continuous innovation and long-term value creation as we advance into the next stage of growth.”

Note:

[1] Future Technology Business, established in 2024 and spun off from the Transcatheter Valve Therapeutic Business, focuses on developing globally leading therapies for valvular heart diseases. It currently includes three pipeline products: the Lithotripsy Valvuloplasty System, MonarQ TTVR® System, and ReachTact® TAVR Assistance System. Each project is operated by dedicated teams and advanced through specialized subsidiaries with operational and financing autonomy.

About the Company

Peijia Medical (9996.HK) was established in 2012 and is headquartered in Suzhou, China. Peijia Medical focuses on the high-growth interventional procedural medical device market in China and aims to become a world-renowned medical device platform that provides comprehensive treatment solutions for structural heart and neurovascular diseases. The Company now has four TAVR systems and near twenty neurointerventional devices commercialized in China and various innovative product candidates at different stage of development. For more information about Peijia visit https://www.peijiamedical.com/.

Samsung Biologics Recognized for Advancing Sustainability at 2026 CDMO Leadership Awards

  • Reinforcing long-term commitment to embedding sustainability across operations and partnerships
  • Continuing to support clients in delivering high-quality, life-saving medicines to patients worldwide

INCHEON, South Korea, March 26, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Samsung Biologics (KRX: 207940.KS), a leading contract development and manufacturing organization (CDMO), received recognition at the 2026 CDMO Leadership Awards presented by Outsourced Pharma and Life Science Connect. The company was awarded the Sustainability Leadership Award, a jury-selected distinction recognizing efforts to advance sustainable practices across its operations and value chain. Samsung Biologics was also named “Best in Class” in Cultural Fit in the ‘Biologics—Large CDMOs’ category, reflecting its strong, collaborative partnerships built on shared goals and close alignment with client needs.

The CDMO Leadership Awards recognize top-performing development and manufacturing service providers based on global client feedback across areas such as facilities, innovation, technical expertise, and manufacturing capabilities. Samsung Biologics has been consistently recognized at the CDMO Leadership Awards, supported by strong client feedback on its ability to deliver reliable execution and maintain consistent service quality. In addition, this year’s Jury Awards are determined by an independent panel of industry experts, informed by survey data and broader industry input.

Attending the awards ceremony in New York on the sidelines of DCAT Week, Samsung Biologics said the recognition reflects the company’s ongoing efforts to maintain stable, resilient, and sustainable practices to support client programs.

“Sustainability is a core value at Samsung Biologics and guides how we pursue excellence throughout our business and partnerships,” said John Rim, President and CEO of Samsung Biologics, who also serves as champion for the Sustainable Markets Initiative (SMI) Supply Chains Working Group. “This recognition reflects the trust our clients and partners continue to place in us, as well as the dedication of our teams who consistently strive to integrate sustainable practices across our operations. We will continue to advance these efforts in close collaboration with our partners, supporting their long-term goals and the delivery of high-quality, life-saving medicines to patients worldwide.”

Samsung Biologics also recently achieved a Platinum rating from EcoVadis, awarded to top-performing companies worldwide in sustainability practices. The company has also implemented a product carbon footprint (PCF) system, which has been independently validated to support transparent and consistent emissions measurement. While continuing its role as a Champion of the SMI Health Systems Task Force, Samsung Biologics will further strengthen engagement with global suppliers in decarbonization efforts and the development of more resilient value chains.

About Samsung Biologics Co., Ltd.
Samsung Biologics (KRX: 207940.KS) is a leading contract development and manufacturing organization (CDMO), offering end-to-end integrated services that range from late discovery to commercial manufacturing.

With a combined biomanufacturing capacity of 785,000 liters across Bio Campus I and II, and 60,000 liters from the planned acquisition of a manufacturing facility in Rockville, Maryland, U.S. upon deal closure at the end of Q1 2026, Samsung Biologics continues to expand its manufacturing footprint. The company has also secured land for Bio Campus III, laying the groundwork for future capacity expansion to support next-generation therapies and emerging modalities.

Samsung Biologics leverages cutting-edge technologies and expertise to advance diverse modalities, including multispecific antibodies, fusion proteins, antibody-drug conjugates, and mRNA therapeutics

By implementing the ExellenS™ framework across its manufacturing network with standardized designs, unified processes, and advanced digitalization, Samsung Biologics ensures plant equivalency and speed for manufacturing continuity.

Samsung Biologics’ global manufacturing and commercial network spans Korea, the U.S., and Japan. Samsung Biologics America supports clients based in the U.S. and Europe, while its Tokyo sales office serves the APAC region.

Samsung Biologics continues to invest in new capabilities to maximize operational and quality excellence, ensuring flexibility and agility for clients. The company is committed to the on-time, in-full delivery of safe, high-quality biomedicines, as well as to making sustainable business decisions for the betterment of society and global health.

For more information, visit https://samsungbiologics.com/

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Air Premia Expands Americas-Southeast Asia Connectivity Through Interline Partnership with Thai Airways

  • Interline cooperation launched with Star Alliance member Thai Airways
  • Expands connectivity via Bangkok hub across Southeast Asia and India, targeting transit demand to the Americas

SEOUL, South Korea, March 26, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Air Premia, Korea’s only hybrid service carrier, announced that it has entered an interline partnership with Thailand’s national flag carrier, Thai Airways, with joint transportation services set to commence on March 30.

Air Premia Expands Americas–Southeast Asia Connectivity Through Interline Partnership with Thai Airways
Air Premia Expands Americas–Southeast Asia Connectivity Through Interline Partnership with Thai Airways

Through this collaboration, Air Premia aims to capture transit demand from Southeast Asia and India traveling to the Americas via Incheon, while Thai Airways will be able to expand its network into the U.S. market through Air Premia’s long-haul routes from Incheon. Currently, there are no direct flights connecting Thailand and the United States.

Under the agreement, the two airlines will offer joint ticketing. Passengers will benefit from seamless travel across both carriers’ networks with a single booking, enabling convenient access to a wider range of destinations.

Air Premia currently operates long-haul routes from Incheon to major U.S. destinations, including Los Angeles, New York, San Francisco, Honolulu, and Washington, D.C. (planned), as well as regional routes across Asia, including Narita, Bangkok, Da Nang, and Hong Kong.

Thai Airways, the largest full-service carrier in Thailand, operates eight domestic routes and 54 international routes across Asia, Europe, and Oceania from its hub at Bangkok’s Suvarnabhumi Airport. It is also a founding member of the Star Alliance, the world’s largest airline alliance.

Through this interline partnership, Air Premia’s Americas routes will be connected to Thai Airways’ extensive network, including key domestic destinations in Thailand such as Phuket and Chiang Mai, as well as major cities across Southeast Asia—including Kuala Lumpur, Singapore, Jakarta, and Hanoi—and India, including New Delhi, Mumbai, and Chennai.

On the Incheon–Bangkok route, both airlines operate services, with Thai Airways offering three daily flights. This increased frequency is expected to provide greater flexibility and more options for passengers, further supporting the growth of transit demand to the Americas.

“Through this interline partnership with Thai Airways, a Star Alliance member, we expect to expand transit demand from Southeast Asia and India to the Americas,” said an Air Premia official. “We will continue to broaden travel options for our customers by strengthening cooperation with various airline partners.”

Ping An Digital Bank Embarks on a New Journey

“Always with You, Always Ahead,” From banking services to life protection planning, professionally supports your journey with peace of mind


HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 26 March 2026 – Ping An Digital Bank (International) Limited (“Ping An Digital Bank” or “PingAnDB”) unveils its new branding today. As one of the integrated financial platforms in Hong Kong under Ping An Insurance (Group) Company of China, Ltd. (“Ping An”; SEHK: 2318; SSE: 601318), Ping An Digital Bank leverages the Group’s technology integrated strength to embark on an exciting new chapter.

With a core commitment to enhancing customer experience, Ping An Digital Bank adheres to its vision of “Always with You, Always Ahead.” Harnessing innovative technology, the Bank redefines the digital banking journey, making it simpler for customers to manage their deposits, investments, and insurance – all from a single account from their mobile device. Striving to anticipate customer needs and go the extra mile, Ping An Digital Bank empowers customers to take smarter steps towards financial growth and accumulate wealth steadily over time, without the burden of complex procedures or heavy research.

Mr. Ronald Iu, Chief Executive of Ping An Digital Bank, said, “We are delighted to unveil a brand new Ping An Digital Bank. This better reflects our deep connection with Ping An Group, integrating our signature ‘insurance DNA’ directly into our banking services and further reinforcing our role as an integrated financial platform in Hong Kong. Moving forward, Ping An Digital Bank will continue to develop both retail and business banking. Our team is dedicated to our brand vision of ‘Always with You, Always Ahead’ as our brand image transforms – building trust as the foundation, and simplicity as our priority. From banking to life protection planning, our professional team stands ready to support our clients throughout every stage of their financial journey.”

Retail Banking: User-Centric at the Core
One Account for Deposits, Investments & Insurance
Since joining Lufax in 2024, Ping An Digital Bank has accelerated the development of its retail banking offerings, launching online and offline insurance, as well as wealth services. With one single account that integrates deposits, foreign exchange, cross-border remittances, wealth and insurance, customers can now enjoy truly one-stop financial experience. As of 15 March 2026, total retail banking deposits have surpassed HK$ 12 billion.

With user-friendliness at the heart of its design, Ping An Digital Bank’s retail banking services aim to minimise redundant steps and simplify money management. The latest dual-advantage wealth solution marries the experience of agility of a brokerage with the security of a bank, allowing customers to invest in Hong Kong stocks, U.S. stocks, funds, and money market funds directly from their savings accounts with no extra transfers required, enabling customers to SWITCH flexibly between investment and deposit services.

Powered by Ping An’s robust insurance pedigree, Ping An Digital Bank leads the market as Hong Kong’s first digital bank to provide a full spectrum of online and offline insurance services. For unrivalled efficiency, customers can purchase general insurance products, including motor insurance, travel insurance, and home insurance products, online within minutes. For client-centric experience with human touch, the Bank’s offline platform delivers an extensive range of life protection and savings plans, tailored to each client’s needs.

Business Banking: A Pillar of Support for Trade Enterprises
Driving Breakthroughs with Data & Technology
As a leading digital bank for SMEs in Hong Kong, Ping An Digital Bank plays a pivotal role in supporting the city’s trading enterprises. By harnessing advanced technology and business data, the Bank is striving to help unleash the full potential of Hong Kong’s digital economy while backing the HKSAR Government’s vision for smart city development. Through the integration of trade, logistics, and financial data, Ping An Digital Bank is revolutionising the credit approval process to deliver quicker and more flexible assessments, empowering a broader range of businesses to seize new opportunities.

From account opening and foreign exchange to cross-border remittances and financing, Ping An Digital Bank stands as a key pillar of support for trading enterprises, providing an integrated business banking suite that meets the practical needs of companies in both daily operations and international expansion. Leveraging innovative data models, the Bank empowers trading SMEs to advance their operations and thrive, and thus becoming a dedicated and trusted partner for business growth.

Looking ahead, Ping An Digital Bank will continue to put customer convenience at the heart of its services, striving to help both individuals and businesses to save time, effort and cost. The Bank is dedicated to setting new benchmarks for digital banking, while reinforcing its position as a key pillar within Ping An Group’s integrated financial platform in Hong Kong.

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WRISE Group Partners with China Asset Management (Hong Kong) to Offer Exclusive Access to Asia Bond Fund high dividend yield share class in Hong Kong Debut

  1. WRISE Prestige is the first firm in Hong Kong to offer the ChinaAMC Select Asia Bond Fund (Income Share Class), marking a milestone partnership that reinforces its standing as a leading wealth management firm.
  2. The Fund’s Income share class * offers a target dividend yield of approximately 9%, combining strong historical performance with flexible, benchmark-unconstrained allocation to meet growing demand for income-generating solutions in Asia.
  3. The partnership underscores WRISE’s commitment to expanding its curated suite of institutional-grade investment solutions for sophisticated investors across the region.

HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 26 March 2026 – WRISE Group (“WRISE“), one of Asia’s fastest-growing independent wealth management firm, announced that WRISE Prestige, has established a strategic partnership with China Asset Management (Hong Kong) Limited (“ChinaAMC (HK)“), one of the region’s most established asset managers. Through this collaboration, WRISE Prestige will serve as the first launch partner in Hong Kong with a period of exclusive access to the ChinaAMC Select Asia Bond Fund (INC share class), offering clients a compelling fixed income solution designed for yield and diversification. To mark the partnership and the launch of the exclusive share class, WRISE Prestige and ChinaAMC (HK) co-hosted an event yesterday to formally announce the collaboration and introduce the investment strategy behind the ChinaAMC Select Asia Bond Fund to invited guests and clients.

The ChinaAMC Select Asia Bond Fund adopts a flexible, benchmark-unconstrained investment approach, allowing the fund manager to capitalise on opportunities across Asian credit markets dynamically. By focusing on fundamentally sound issuers, with a particular emphasis on China and the broader Asian region, the Fund seeks to deliver attractive risk-adjusted returns. Its strong historical track record underscoring the robustness of its investment process.

Recent geopolitical tensions have triggered significant volatility across global financial markets, making diversified, income-oriented strategies that can navigate geopolitical uncertainty paramount for sophisticated investors seeking portfolio resilience. With a target dividend yield of approximately 9%*, the Fund’s Income share class is positioned to address the increasing demand among Asian investors for stable and sufficient cash flow solutions. This income-focused strategy complements the broader portfolio needs of high-net-worth individuals seeking resilience and yield beyond traditional asset classes.

Henry Shin, Chief Executive Officer of WRISE Prestige, said: “We are delighted to partner with ChinaAMC to bring the ChinaAMC Select Asia Bond Fund (Income Share Class) to our clients as an exclusive launch in Hong Kong. In today’s volatile geopolitical landscape, investors require solutions that can adapt to changing conditions while delivering consistent income. The ChinaAMC Select Asia Bond Fund embodies this approach, offering flexible mandate and strong yield potential that make it a valuable addition to our curated platform.”

Barney Gao, Head of Strategic Client Development at China Asset Management (Hong Kong), said, “We are pleased to collaborate with WRISE Prestige to introduce the ChinaAMC Select Asia Bond Fund (Income Share Class) to investors in Hong Kong. This partnership reflects our commitment to delivering innovative and performance-driven investment solutions to a broader audience. With its focus on Asian bond markets and a flexible investment strategy, the Fund is well-suited to meet the income and diversification needs of investors in the region.”

This partnership highlights WRISE’s ongoing strategy to broaden access to best-in-class asset managers and deliver tailored investment solutions that address the complex and evolving needs of private wealth clients across Asia.

Important Information

This document is issued by WRISE Prestige Securities Limited (CE No. BSJ229). This document is for information purposes only and does not constitute and should not be construed as an offer, solicitation, recommendation or advice to buy or sell any investment product, nor should it be regarded as investment research.

Investment involves risks. The value of investments may go down as well as up and investors may not get back the principal invested. Past performance is not indicative of future performance.

The ChinaAMC Select Asia Bond Fund is authorized by the Securities and Futures Commission (“SFC”) in Hong Kong. SFC authorization is not a recommendation or endorsement of the Fund nor does it guarantee the commercial merits of the Fund or its performance. It does not mean the Fund is suitable for all investors.

Distributions (if any) are not guaranteed. Distribution rates are not indicative of the Fund’s return. The Fund may pay distributions out of income and/or capital (or effectively out of capital), which may result in an immediate reduction of the Fund’s net asset value.

This document has not been reviewed by the SFC.

* The Manager may at its discretion pay dividend out of capital or effectively out of the capital of the Funds. Payment of dividends out of capital amounts to a return or withdrawal of part of an investor’s original investment or from any such capital gains attributable to that original investment. Any such distributions may result in an immediate reduction in the Net Asset Value per Unit.

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WRISE Group

WRISE is one of Asia’s fastest-growing financial firms, driven by strategic acquisitions of companies with deep expertise and solid foundations. With a strong presence across key financial hubs including Singapore, Dubai, Hong Kong, Shanghai, Shenzhen, Changsha, Taipei and Tokyo, WRISE is home to one of the largest networks of independent qualified advisors. With over 400 employees located globally, supported by an ecosystem of over 200 financial intermediaries and access to eight booking centres worldwide, WRISE ensures unparalleled service and expertise in navigating today’s financial landscape.

WRISE Group of companies include WRISE Wealth Management (Singapore), WRISE Wealth Management (Hong Kong), WRISE Wealth Management Middle East Ltd (DIFC, regulated by the DFSA), WRISE Prestige (Hong Kong) Limited, WRISE Prestige Securities (Hong Kong), WRISE Prestige Asset Management (Hong Kong), WRISE Capital (Hong Kong), WRISE Financial Services (Hong Kong) and affiliates including WeWrise Services.

China Asset Management (Hong Kong) Limited

Established in 2008, China Asset Management (Hong Kong) Limited (“ChinaAMC (HK)”) is a leading Chinese asset manager in Hong Kong. The company is a wholly owned subsidiary of China Asset Management Co. Limited, one of the trusted asset managers and largest ETF provider in Mainland China with over USD 464.5 billion assets under management as of December 31, 2025.

ChinaAMC (HK) has amassed an impressive performance history in both active and passive investments over the past 17 years. Boasting robust expertise in a variety of asset classes, covering equities, fixed income, ETF, L&I products, digital assets, as well as mandates and investment advisory services. ChinaAMC (HK) adopts a global outlook to build a versatile platform catering to institutional and retail investors in the region and worldwide. All efforts align with their vision of being “Beyond China Expert”.