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HKSTP Celebrates GreenTech Hub’s First Anniversary: Public-Private Partner Network Reaches 20 Across Hong Kong

Driving “Attract In” and “Go Global”, Accelerating Hong Kong’s Greentech Ecosystem Development


HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 24 March 2026 – Hong Kong Science and Technology Parks Corporation (HKSTP) today hosted the “Green is Action: GreenTech Hub 1st Anniversary Showcase” at InnoCentre in Kowloon Tong, highlighting the achievements of Hong Kong’s leading hub for green innovation over the past year.

HKSTP held the “Green is Action: GreenTech Hub 1st Anniversary Showcase”, Professor Sun Dong, Secretary for Innovation, Technology and Industry, (middle, front row), Dr Sunny Chai Chairman of HKSTP (5th from Left), and Mr Terry Wong, CEO of HKST (5th from right), together with GreenTech Hub partners attended the celebration ceremony to mark the first anniversary of GreenTech Hub.
HKSTP held the “Green is Action: GreenTech Hub 1st Anniversary Showcase”, Professor Sun Dong, Secretary for Innovation, Technology and Industry, (middle, front row), Dr Sunny Chai Chairman of HKSTP (5th from Left), and Mr Terry Wong, CEO of HKST (5th from right), together with GreenTech Hub partners attended the celebration ceremony to mark the first anniversary of GreenTech Hub.

In its first year, GreenTech Hub expanded its partner network from 16 to 20 public-private organisations. By facilitating 360 business matching and hosting more than 100 greentech themed events, the GreenTech Hub is injecting new momentum into Hong Kong’s development as an international green technology and green finance centre.

The celebration ceremony for the 1st Anniversary Showcase was officiated by Professor Sun Dong, Secretary for Innovation, Technology and Industry, he said: “The anniversary of GreenTech Hub today is just the beginning. In collaboration with our three major I&T parks, the Government will continue to invest in I&T infrastructure and foster the development of strategic industries, with a view to enhancing the overall I&T ecosystem and promoting interactive development of the upstream, midstream and downstream sectors.”

Dr Sunny Chai, Chairman of HKSTP, remarked, “The first anniversary of GreenTech Hub proves that Hong Kong is where global green innovation converges and scales. We have attracted world-class R&D to the city while enabling homegrown greentech to be deployed worldwide for sustainable development. Through strategic partnerships, HKSTP is forging closer connections between research, industry, capital and real-world application scenarios, accelerating commercialisation and strengthening Hong Kong’s development into an international green technology and green finance hub.”

Leveraging Hong Kong’s Role as a Super-Connector to Bridge the Full Value Chain from R&D to Commercialisation

HKSTP announced the addition of four new partners to GreenTech Hub: CLP Holdings Limited, CTF Services Limited, Invest Hong Kong, and The Hong Kong and China Gas Company Limited, further strengthening Hong Kong’s green technology collaboration network. The GreenTech Hub brings together 20 partners spanning private enterprises, public bodies, universities, and industry associations. This collaborative ecosystem facilitates business opportunities, fosters knowledge exchange and best practices, and bridges financing gaps to expedite green technology development. Furthermore, leading local universities within the partner network offer talent training, testing facilities, and application scenarios for greentech solutions, speeding the journey from R&D to commercial impact.

HKSTP’s greentech ecosystem encompasses over 230 greentech companies, spanning new energy, green building, smart city solutions and green fintech. As the city’s leading collaborative platform for green innovation in the city, GreenTech Hub works closely with its partners to provide comprehensive support for park companies, fast-track the real-world application of green solutions, and further drive the synergistic development of green technology and green finance.

Global Expert Perspectives on Green Trends Alongside a Showcase of Breakthrough Technologies

The event featured a keynote address by Mr. Ethan N. Elkind, Director of the Climate Program at the Center for Law, Energy and the Environment (CLEE) at the University of California, Berkeley School of Law, who shared insights on global green development trends. Representatives from GreenTech Hub partners and park companies also shared their insights during two thematic panel sessions focusing on ecosystem collaboration and global expansion strategies.

To further elevate Hong Kong’s international profile and thought leadership in green technology, HKSTP plans to publish its first-ever research paper focusing on Hong Kong’s greentech ecosystem and energy storage technology in the fourth quarter of this year. GreenTech covers a broad range of areas, including new energy, energy storage and carbon trading, with battery and energy storage technology identified as one of our key focus areas. Given the strong growth potential of this sector, a dedicated research study would provide a more comprehensive review of the industry landscape and help identify the critical success factors needed to accelerate the commercialisation of battery and energy storage technologies.

As a two-way platform, GreenTech Hub has successfully attracted non-local greentech companies to establish a presence in Hong Kong while supporting local greentech ventures in expanding into international markets. Featured breakthrough technology solutions included:

Aurabeat — Award-winning energy-saving sonic air purification technology

Aurabeat has developed EcoSonic, a sonic air filtration technology combining AG+ silver-ion coating with sonic emitters, designed specifically for the commercial and industrial HVAC market. Its patented technology can reduce filter pressure drop by up to 70%, save up to 50% in energy, and improve indoor air quality. The solution has already been deployed in projects including the MTR, Hysan and Marina Bay Financial Centre in Singapore, demonstrating the strength of Hong Kong greentech in overseas markets.

Gotion High-tech — Globally leading new energy solutions

Gotion High-Tech is a world-leading provider of new energy batteries and green energy solutions. Its smart mobile energy storage charging unit, equipped with 209kWh large-capacity energy storage and 150kW high-power fast charging capability, supports a wide range of new energy transport and application scenarios, offering a breakthrough solution for EV charging infrastructure.

Harmony SkyTech — Drone systems, services and industrial application solutions

Harmony SkyTech showcased an electric vertical take-off and landing fixed-wing drone and related application solutions. These can be widely deployed in scenarios including power grid inspection, oil and gas pipeline inspection, surveying and mapping, logistics, and the transport of critical supplies, underscoring the immense potential of green low-altitude technologies.

Lihe Technology — Fully automated AI-powered water quality monitoring backed by national-level R&D

Lihe Technology specialises in environmental monitoring, water management and industrial automation. Its fully automated AI water quality monitoring system enables smart, highly efficient and precise monitoring. Through strategic collaboration with a GreenTech Hub partner, the company has established Hong Kong’s first branch of a National Engineering Research Centre of Advanced Technology and Equipment for Water Environmental Pollution Monitoring — Marine Eco-Tech Innovation Centre, driving the application and development of related technologies in Hong Kong.

One Energy — Electric motorcycles and the world’s first water-cooled fast-charging battery system

One Energy provides a one-stop e-mobility solution covering electric motorcycles, smart battery swapping stations and battery management systems. Its technology effectively shortens energy replenishment time, improves safety and enhances operational efficiency. The company has successfully expanded its footprint into Southeast Asia, Europe and Africa.

Hashtag: #HKSTP

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Hong Kong Science and Technology Parks Corporation

Hong Kong Science and Technology Parks Corporation (HKSTP), established in 2001, has built a thriving innovation and technology (I&T) ecosystem in Hong Kong, supporting 12 unicorns, nurturing over 16,000 research talents, and hosting more than 2,400 technology companies from 24 countries and regions specializing in biomedicine, AI and robotics, fintech, and smart city development. HKSTP is dedicated to positioning Hong Kong as an international I&T hub.

To align with Hong Kong’s future development, HKSTP is committed to attracting and cultivating I&T talent, accelerating the commercialization of innovative outcomes, and providing comprehensive support for technology companies and professionals on their innovation journey. Its vibrant I&T ecosystem continues to grow, encompassing Hong Kong Science Park in Pak Shek Kok, InnoCentre in Kowloon Tong, and three InnoParks in Tai Po, Yuen Long, and Tseung Kwan O. These facilities drive advancements in applied technology, focusing on industries such as advanced manufacturing, micro- electronics, and biotechnology, steering Hong Kong toward new industrialization.

Hong Kong Science Park Shenzhen Branch, located in Futian, Shenzhen, leverages the strategic advantage of “support of the Motherland, connecting to the world.” It serves as a bridge for “bringing in and going global,” actively fostering cross-border I&T collaboration. The Shenzhen Branch supports global technology companies and professionals by providing research and collaboration spaces, with a focus on enterprises in seven key sectors: Medtech, big data and AI, robotics, new materials, microelectronics, fintech, and sustainable development.

HKSTP is dedicated to advancing Hong Kong’s I&T development by providing research infrastructure, startup and enterprise support services, professional investment and business expertise, fostering partnership networks, and attracting top talent. These efforts drive innovation as a new engine for economic growth for Hong Kong. More information about HKSTP is available at .

ProPak Asia 2026 Set to Redefine Processing, Packaging Innovation Across Asia

ProPak Asia 2026 returns bigger than ever in Bangkok this June, bringing together over 2,500 brands and cutting-edge innovations in processing and packaging.

ProPak Asia, Asia’s largest international trade exhibition for processing and packaging technology, is gearing up for its most ambitious edition yet, opening under the theme “New Horizons: Connecting Processing & Packaging Ecosystems, Empowering Sustainability.”

The Four-Wheel Shift, VinFast VF 3 Makes Indonesian Users Upgrade from Motorbikes


JAKARTA, INDONESIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 24 March 2026 – In Indonesia, where motorbikes have long dominated daily mobility, transitioning to a car has traditionally been seen as a major leap, one associated with higher costs, lifestyle adjustments, and urban constraints. However, the arrival of the VinFast VF 3 is rapidly reshaping that narrative.

VinFast VF 3

For many first-time car buyers, especially those upgrading from motorbikes, the most striking impression of the VF 3 is not its technology, but its sense of relief. No more exposure to heat, rain, or fatigue from long hours navigating traffic, common realities in cities like Jakarta or Surabaya.

A small car, yet a whole world of its own’

One user described the experience as “stepping into a completely different world”, a space where they can lean back, relax, and actually enjoy the journey instead of enduring it.

Despite its compact footprint, the VF 3 offers a surprisingly optimized cabin. Its minimalist yet functional design ensures that every element serves a clear purpose, from seating layout to dashboard ergonomics. The air-conditioning system cools the interior quickly, a crucial advantage in tropical climates.

A particularly thoughtful design detail is the upright windshield, which helps reduce direct sunlight entering the cabin, an issue that many traditional sedans in Southeast Asia still struggle with. These seemingly small refinements collectively deliver a noticeably improved everyday experience.

More importantly, for many Indonesian families, VF 3 quickly becomes part of daily life: school runs, grocery trips, and weekend getaways. A compact car, yet a complete personal space on wheels.

Effortless driving, confident journeys

One of the biggest psychological barriers for motorbike users switching to cars is driving complexity. The VF 3 addresses this by making the experience intuitive and approachable.

With a light steering feel, tight turning radius, and a length of just around 3 meters, this mini-SUV is perfectly suited for navigating dense urban environments, a defining characteristic of Indonesian cities.

The gear selector, positioned conveniently behind the steering wheel, further simplifies operation, especially for first-time drivers.

Beyond ease of use, the VF 3 delivers a distinctly different driving experience thanks to its electric powertrain. Acceleration is smooth and immediate, allowing for responsive maneuvering in traffic. Even at speeds of 70-80 km/h, the vehicle maintains stability and a planted feel, giving drivers confidence on highways and intercity routes.

Notably, with a maximum torque of up to 110 Nm, the VF 3 exceeds expectations for a vehicle in its segment. It handles inclines and varied terrains with ease, proving capable even on more challenging routes.

When cost is no longer a barrier

Beyond user experience, economics plays a decisive role in Indonesia’s mobility transition, and this is where VinFastcreates a compelling advantage.

Unlike gasoline vehicles, electric cars offer significantly more predictable operating costs. Users are no longer exposed to volatile global fuel prices. Instead, electricity costs are generally more stable and easier to forecast.

More importantly, VinFast introduces an innovative battery subscription model, which has already received positive feedback in Indonesia. By separating the battery, the most expensive component, from the vehicle price, the company significantly reduces upfront ownership costs.

This aligns closely with Indonesian consumer behavior, where affordability at the point of purchase remains a key decision factor, even if long-term savings are evident.

VinFast further strengthens this advantage through a seasonal promotion: free battery subscription fees for two years for vehicles invoiced before May 31, 2026. Economically, this is highly impactful, as it effectively eliminates a major portion of early-stage operating costs.

When both initial investment and ongoing expenses are minimized, the barrier to switching from motorbikes or gasoline cars to EVs becomes dramatically lower.

A “golden opportunity” to go electric

Amid increasing volatility in global fuel markets, Vingroup has launched the “Trade Gas for Electric” program across multiple markets, including Indonesia.

The initiative provides an additional 3% discount on VinFast electric cars and a 5% discount on VinFast electric scooters for customers who switch from older gasoline vehicles.

At the same time, GSM Green and Smart Mobility is supporting this transition through discounted electric mobility services, allowing users to experience EVs firsthand before making a purchase decision.

Together, these efforts reflect a comprehensive ecosystem approach, not just selling vehicles, but enabling a complete shift in mobility behavior.

In a country where motorbikes have long been the default choice, the VF 3 introduces a new paradigm: compact, accessible, and intelligently designed mobility. It delivers not only convenience and cost efficiency, but also a tangible upgrade in quality of life, from protection against weather conditions to creating a private, comfortable space for families.

As urbanization accelerates and mobility needs evolve, solutions like the VF 3 are no longer optional. Ultimately, the reason many Indonesian users are willing to “ditch motorbikes without regret” is simple. They are choosing a better way to move, and a better way to live.

Hashtag: #VinFast

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OUE REIT Elevates Asset Value and Sustainability at OUE Bayfront

Unlocking over 2,100 sq m prime office space

SINGAPORE, March 24, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — OUE REIT Management Pte. Ltd., as manager (the “Manager”) of OUE Real Estate Investment Trust (“OUE REIT”), is pleased to announce that OUE Bayfront has obtained planning approval for the conversion of its Level 17 chiller system area into prime office space. The conversion is expected to be completed by the first half of 2027 and will deliver incremental rental income, further reinforcing OUE Bayfront’s long-term value.

OUE Bayfront commenced works to connect to the District Cooling System (“DCS”) in 2025. Once in operation, the DCS will enable OUE Bayfront to significantly reduce energy consumption, improve cooling efficiency, and lower greenhouse gas emissions. This initiative aligns with OUE Bayfront’s Net Zero Transition Plan and OUE REIT’s ESG Vision 2030 to reduce our Scope 1 and 2 absolute greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by 40% for our commercial assets by 2030.

Beyond environmental benefits, the connection to the DCS also enables OUE Bayfront to decommission its existing chiller system located at Level 17, freeing up an estimated of over 2,100 square metres of gross floor area that can be converted into prime office space. This is expected to generate additional rental income and further strengthen the property’s long-term value.

Mr Han Khim Siew, Chief Executive Officer and Executive Director of the Manager, said, “At OUE REIT, we view sustainability not only as a moral imperative, but as a strategic and structural imperative that is integral to delivering long-term value creation. Following the OUE Bayfront’s upgrade to the BCA Green Mark Platinum certification last year, the conversion of the in-building chiller system area into new prime office space is another testament to how OUE REIT integrates sustainability with value creation. Moving forward, we will continue to identify and implement sustainability-led asset enhancement initiatives that future-proof our portfolio and deliver enduring returns for our stakeholders.”

With the estimated capital expenditure of up to approximately S$43.0 million, the space conversion is expected to deliver a stabilised return on investment exceeding 11.0%. The Manager intends to draw down on existing loan facilities to fully fund the space conversion and the conversion is not expected to have a material effect on the net tangible assets or aggregate leverage of OUE REIT and its subsidiaries for the financial year ending 31 December 2026.

About OUE REIT

OUE Real Estate Investment Trust (“OUE REIT”), formerly known as OUE Commercial Real Estate Investment Trust, is one of the largest diversified Singapore REITs (“S-REITs”) with total assets under management of S$5.8 billion as of 31 December 2024.

OUE REIT aims to deliver stable distributions and provide sustainable long-term growth in return to holders of units (“Unitholders”) by investing in income-producing real estate used primarily for hospitality, retail and/or office purposes in financial and business hubs, as well as real estate-related assets.

OUE REIT’s portfolio comprises six high-quality office, hospitality and retail assets located in Singapore. Its three office assets – OUE Bayfront, One Raffles Place and OUE Downtown Office – are situated within the Central Business District, with a total Net Lettable Area (“NLA”) of approximately 1.6 million square feet (“sq ft”).

OUE REIT’s two hotels, Hilton Singapore Orchard and Crowne Plaza Changi Airport, are strategically located along the prime Orchard Road belt and within the Changi Airport vicinity, offering a total of 1,655 upper upscale hotel rooms. Complementing Hilton Singapore Orchard is Mandarin Gallery, a 126,294 sq ft high-end retail mall that has been a preferred destination for international brands in the heart of Orchard Road.

Listed on the Main Board of the Singapore Exchange Securities Trading Limited since 27 January 2014, OUE REIT is managed by OUE REIT Management Pte. Ltd. (the “Manager”), a wholly-owned subsidiary of OUE Limited (the “Sponsor”). The Sponsor is a leading real estate and healthcare group, growing strategically to capitalise on growth trends across Asia. Its real estate activities include the development, investment and management of real estate assets across the commercial, hospitality, retail, residential and healthcare sectors.

For more information, please visit www.ouereit.com.

About the Sponsor: OUE Limited

OUE Limited (SGX:LJ3) is a leading real estate and healthcare group, growing strategically to capitalise on growth trends across Asia.

OUE’s real estate activities include the development, investment and management of real estate assets across the commercial, hospitality, retail and residential sectors. OUE manages two SGX-listed REITs: OUE REIT, one of Singapore’s largest diversified REITs, and First REIT (a subsidiary of OUE Healthcare), Singapore’s first listed healthcare REIT. As at 31 December 2025, OUE’s total assets were valued at S$8.3 billion, with S$7.3 billion in funds under management across OUE’s two REIT platforms and managed accounts. 

OUE Healthcare, an SGX Catalist-listed subsidiary of OUE, operates and owns high-quality healthcare assets in high-growth Asian markets. With a vision of creating a regional healthcare ecosystem that is anchored on Singapore’s medical best practices, OUE Healthcare’s portfolio of owned and operated businesses includes hospitals, medical centres, clinics and senior care facilities in Singapore, Japan, Indonesia, China and Myanmar.

Anchored by its “Transformational Thinking” philosophy, OUE has built a strong reputation for developing iconic projects, transforming communities, providing exceptional service to customers and delivering long-term value to stakeholders.

For more information, please visit www.oue.com.sg.

IMPORTANT NOTICE

The value of units in OUE REIT (“Units”) and the income derived from them, if any, may fall or rise. Units are not obligations of, deposits in, or guaranteed by, the Manager or any of its affiliates. An investment in Units is subject to investment risks, including the possible loss of the principal amount invested. The past performance of OUE REIT is not necessarily indicative of the future performance of OUE REIT.

Investors should note that they will have no right to request the Manager to redeem or purchase their Units for so long as the Units are listed on the SGX-ST. It is intended that holders of Units may only deal in their Units through trading on the SGX-ST. The listing of the Units on the SGX-ST does not guarantee a liquid market for the Units.

This press release may contain forward-looking statements that involve risks and uncertainties. Actual future performance, outcomes and results may differ materially from those expressed in forward-looking statements as a result of a number of risks, uncertainties and assumptions. Representative examples of these factors include (without limitation) general industry and economic conditions, interest rate trends, cost of capital and capital availability, competition from similar developments, shifts in expected levels of property rental income, changes in operating expenses (including employee wages, benefits, and training costs), property expenses and governmental and public policy changes. You are cautioned not to place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements, which are based on the Manager’s current view of future events.

Yumeya Metal Wood Grain Restaurant Chairs Protect European Furniture Importers From 4% EUDR Revenue Fines Through Zero Deforestation Innovation

HESHAN, China, March 24, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — The global furniture supply chain is entering a period of enforced transparency that many European importers are currently ill-prepared to handle. As the 2026 implementation of the European Union Deforestation Regulation (EUDR) approaches, Yumeya Furniture has introduced strategic, compliance-ready solution to ease regulatory pressure. By leveraging its pioneering metal wood grain technology, the company is helping European furniture importers and hospitality groups navigate the financial risks associated with timber traceability while establishing a new benchmark for sustainable contract furniture.

European restaurateurs have long adored the rustic charm of solid wood seating, but Brussels is now handing them a rather expensive reality check. The EUDR mandates total supply chain transparency, requiring importers to prove their timber products are entirely free from deforestation through mandatory due diligence statements. Those failing to provide exact geolocation coordinates face regulatory fines reaching up to 4% of their annual turnover. For major furniture distributors, this policy turns traditional wooden chairs from premium hospitality assets into severe compliance liabilities.

100% Recyclable. Zero Deforestation.Yumeya’s metal wood grain chairs offer European venues a premium look while entirely bypassing EUDR traceability mandates.
100% Recyclable. Zero Deforestation.Yumeya’s metal wood grain chairs offer European venues a premium look while entirely bypassing EUDR traceability mandates.

Faced with mounting paperwork and the threat of crippling penalties, European buyers are searching for viable alternatives. Yumeya Furniture offers an elegant escape route through its metal wood grain technology. The manufacturer produces commercial seating that mirrors the exact look and texture of solid timber while using high strength aluminum and steel frames. By decoupling luxury aesthetics from forest dependency, Yumeya’s metal-based infrastructure offers a frictionless transition into the EUDR era.

“The commercial furniture industry is at a crossroads where tradition meets a legal wall,” says Mr. Gong, founder of Yumeya, “Solid wood is becoming a high-risk liability due to the complexity of timber sourcing. Yumeya metal wood grain chairs offer a practical exit from this crisis, providing the warmth of wood with the legal immunity of high-grade metal.”

The environmental mathematics driving this shift are stark. Manufacturing a standard batch of 100 high-end solid wood dining chairs typically requires felling half a dozen century old European beech trees. This scale of logging wipes out the annual growth of an entire hectare of forest. Yumeya’s manufacturing process relies on a specialized heat transfer technique that bonds wood grain patterns to metal surfaces. The result provides the hospitality sector with natural aesthetics while leaving the forests untouched, giving corporate buyers a concrete metric to include in their annual environmental and social governance reports.

Switching to metal is not only about reducing pressure on forest resources. It is also a more practical materials strategy for long-term sustainability. Yumeya uses aluminum and steel frames that deliver the same warm wood appearance without depending on timber supply. When the chairs eventually reach the end of their service life, the metal materials can be recycled and returned to industrial use instead of being sent to landfill. For hospitality groups, this provides the hard data needed for ESG reporting—something that wood supply chains, with their complex chemical treatments, struggle to deliver.

The economic case is built on durability. Wood is an organic material that constantly reacts to changes in humidity and temperature. In high-traffic commercial environments, wooden chairs often wobble or creak as joints loosen and seams age, usually requiring replacement within five years. Yumeya eliminates this structural fatigue with fully welded frames that are engineered for a decade of service. In practical terms, a restaurant owner avoids an entire round of replacement furniture over a ten-year period. Purchasing twice instead of three times over a decade-long cycle cuts procurement budgets and removes the hidden drain of ongoing structural maintenance.

This technical maturity is the result of decades of quiet refinement. Mr. Gong first applied wood grain finishes to metal frames in 1998. The company has continually advanced the science of surface treatment since those early trials. By 2018, they introduced a 3D finish that accurately mimics the tactile grain of natural timber. More recently, in 2022, they adapted the process for outdoor patios, solving the perennial problem of weather faded exterior furniture.

As the 2026 EUDR enforcement deadline approaches, the European contract furniture market must adapt to survive. Relying on solid wood now carries an unprecedented financial and ecological cost. Yumeya demonstrates that protecting profit margins and preserving global forests can be achieved simultaneously.

About Yumeya Furniture

Yumeya Furniture is a world-leading manufacturer of metal wood grain contract furniture. With successful cases in over 80 countries and a mission to bring environment-friendly seating to the world, Yumeya combines 25 years of technical mastery with a commitment to $0 after-sale costs and 10-year structural warranties.

For more information, please visit: https://www.yumeyafurniture.com/ 

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Feedzai Unveils RiskFM AI Foundation Model for Financial Crime Prevention

Built on pioneering research in tabular foundation models, RiskFM enables financial institutions to detect, prevent, and adapt to fraud and scams with unprecedented speed and precision

NEW YORK and LISBON, Portugal, March 24, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Feedzai, the global leader in AI-native financial crime prevention, today unveiled RiskFM (Risk Foundation Model), the industry’s first Tabular Foundation Model purpose-built for financial data and risk decisioning.

RiskFM marks a fundamental shift in how financial crime is detected and prevented. For decades, institutions have relied on rules and manually-engineered machine learning models built one customer at a time. RiskFM changes that as a purpose built frontier model that spans across fraud detection, anti-money laundering (AML), and broader risk decisions across the entire financial crime lifecycle. Unlike current industry attempts limited to card network data, RiskFM is trained on a uniquely broad, deep, global dataset spanning onboarding, digital activity, payments, transfers, and AML workflows, enabling institutions to detect, prevent, and adapt to financial crime with unprecedented speed and precision.

Solving the Unique Challenge of Transactional Data

Recently, Large Language Models (LLMs) have effectively “solved” domains like language, audio, and video because they are highly constrained by finite grammar and causality. In language, next words are often predictable: in the sentence “Yesterday, a scammer contacted me and pretended to be my …”, the next word is likely “relative,” “friend,” or “coworker”. Similarly, in images and video, individual pixels are highly predictive of their nearby neighbors. Financial transactions, however, operate in a fundamentally different reality.

“Next transactions are far less predictable than the next word in a sentence,” said Pedro Bizarro, chief science officer at Feedzai. “Consumer spending habits, payment types, and fraud modes change continuously. More importantly, financial risk is an adversarial domain; fraudsters actively adapt to evade detection in real-time.”

Feedzai is uniquely positioned to explore large datasets, as the company annually risk-assesses $9T in payments across 120B events worldwide that span the entire financial risk lifecycle: from onboarding and digital activity to card payments and real-time transfers. This unparalleled breadth ensures RiskFM is tested at scale as a holistic model, rather than siloed in a single specialized application.

RiskFM is already showing it can match the performance of bespoke supervised models even with data from a single customer, and it surpasses them when trained with data from several institutions and geographies. The result is more value for customers, faster deployment times, and significantly lower implementation and maintenance costs.

“Foundation models have reshaped language, vision, and audio, but financial crime has remained stubbornly resistant to that wave,” said Sam Abadir, research director, risk, financial crime, and compliance for IDC. “Feedzai’s RiskFM is a credible attempt to close that gap. The ability to match bespoke supervised models out of the box, without manual feature engineering, has real implications for how institutions think about deployment speed, cost, and coverage across the full financial crime lifecycle, from card fraud to AML. The early performance data is worth watching, as is how the model holds up as it expands into more complex use cases.”

A Unified Model With Unprecedented Performance

Following rigorous testing and baseline experiments, RiskFM delivers unprecedented capabilities:

  • Compounding intelligence: When trained across multiple institutions and geographies simultaneously, RiskFM outperforms traditional models based on Gradient Boosting and Deep Learning approaches, and keeps improving as it ingests more data.
  • Ability to match highly-tuned models on Day One: When RiskFM is used to power a bespoke model for a single customer, it matches the performance of high-tuned supervised models without manual, time-consuming feature engineering.
  • One model from mule account detection to AML: RiskFM serves as the foundational AI layer for financial risk. It is designed to expand across the full range of financial crime prevention, from mule account detection to AML, providing institutions with a scalable, intelligent model that grows with their needs.

“Our vision is coming true: this is not just another Large Tabular Model for a single data type. We’ve developed a foundation model for financial data that covers multiple use cases — from cards to real-time payments — and geographies, delivering strong performance from Day One at global scale,” said Pedro Barata, chief product officer at Feedzai. “RiskFM proves our multi-year investment in foundation models is paying off. We’re not just part of the conversation; we’re defining how it applies to the complexities of global financial crime prevention.”

Feedzai is working with early adopters to validate initial RiskFM frameworks and plans to scale these methodologies to large datasets, ultimately integrating them across its full suite of use cases.

“Lloyds Banking Group works collaboratively across the industry to protect consumers from financial crime,” said Tom Martin, Lloyds Banking Group Business Platform Lead, Economic Crime Prevention. “We’ve been collaborating with Feedzai for years on AI innovation to give fraud fighters the upper hand against criminals, and RiskFM is an exciting milestone in that journey.”

About Feedzai

Feedzai powers trust in global finance. We protect people and payments using trusted AI to detect and prevent financial crime, fraud, and money laundering in real time, so money moves safely. Every year, the world’s top banks, payment networks, and acquirers use Feedzai’s technology to safeguard more than one billion consumers and $9 trillion in payment volume. Learn more at feedzai.com.

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xStocks Now Live on Bybit Trading Bots, Expanding Automated Trading to Tokenized Equities

DUBAI, UAE, March 24, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Bybit, the world’s second-largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume, is pleased to announce that select xStocks offerings are now officially available on Bybit Trading Bot, bringing popular tokenized U.S. equities into its advanced automated trading solutions.

Live on Bybit for Spot trading since summer 2025, xStocks has unlocked a new way for investors worldwide to access premium US equities 24/7, including major ETFs and stocks. The new integration now allows Bybit users to trade market volatility around the clock.

Whether they prioritize trading discipline or are highly in tune with market credence, skilled traders can now seamlessly create automated strategies around some of the world’s most influential companies using Bybit’s Spot Grid Trading Bots.

Premium Equities Now Available on Bybit Trading Bot

The launch features highly liquid, globally recognized tokenized stocks paired with USDT, including members of the Magnificent Seven technology sector:

  • Apple: Global technology and consumer electronics powerhouse
  • Tesla: Electric vehicle and clean energy innovation leader
  • Alphabet: Search, advertising, and cloud infrastructure giant
  • NVIDIA: AI and semiconductor technology pioneer
  • Amazon: E-commerce and cloud computing behemoth

Additional notable listings include:

  •  Robinhood: Pioneering fintech broker
  •  Circle: Digital currency infrastructure provider


The new expansion now empowers Bybit users to capture market opportunities in leading global stocks, while leveraging the efficiency and precision of Bybit’s automated trading tools. Whether traders are looking to diversify or optimize their automated strategy execution, xStocks on Trading Bot offers new possibilities.

xStocks is a blockchain-native equity solution enabling 24/7 trading of tokenized U.S. equities with instant settlement and programmable automation. Fully collateralized and freely transferable across blockchains, xStocks bring transparency, efficiency and accessibility to traditional capital markets. 

Terms and conditions apply. For details of eligibility and other restrictions, users may visit: xStocks Launches on Bybit Trading Bot

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About Bybit

Bybit is the world’s second-largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume, serving a global community of over 80 million users. Founded in 2018, Bybit is redefining openness in the decentralized world by creating a simpler, open and equal ecosystem for everyone. With a strong focus on Web3, Bybit partners strategically with leading blockchain protocols to provide robust infrastructure and drive on-chain innovation. Renowned for its secure custody, diverse marketplaces, intuitive user experience, and advanced blockchain tools, Bybit bridges the gap between TradFi and DeFi, empowering builders, creators, and enthusiasts to unlock the full potential of Web3. Discover the future of decentralized finance at Bybit.com.

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SanSara Presents a Limited-Time Four-Hands Collaboration with Chef Sohan Singh of MICHELIN Bib Gourmand-Awarded RANG (Da Nang, Vietnam)

SINGAPORE, March 24, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — SanSara at Grand Copthorne Waterfront Hotel Singapore unveils Two Masters, One Flame, a limited-time four-hands collaboration between Chef Pannalal Nath, Master Chef of SanSara, and Chef Sohan Singh of RANG, Da Nang, the MICHELIN Bib Gourmand–awarded modern Indian restaurant redefining Indian cuisine in Vietnam. Running from 24 to 28 March 2026, this five-day dining experience presents a co-created menu that harmonises contemporary innovation with classical Indian culinary craft.

From left to right: Chef Sohan Singh of RANG and SanSara’s Master Chef Pannalal Nath
From left to right: Chef Sohan Singh of RANG and SanSara’s Master Chef Pannalal Nath

Designed as a shared creative endeavour, the collaboration brings together two distinct culinary perspectives. Chef Sohan’s globally influenced style is shaped by his experience across Dubai, Sydney, the Maldives, the UK and the Caribbean, while Chef Nath draws on his classical North Indian roots, known for depth of flavour, refined technique and respect for heritage.

“This collaboration beautifully reflects the shared cultural heritage and rich culinary traditions that connect India and Singapore. It not only showcases the diversity of Indian cuisine but also strengthens people-to-people ties and cultural exchange between our communities,” shared Her Excellency Ms Pooja Tillu, Deputy High Commissioner of India to Singapore.

Selected for his modern interpretation of Indian cuisine, Chef Sohan brings the creative spirit behind RANG’s MICHELIN Bib Gourmand distinction, while Chef Nath anchors the experience with classical depth and technique.

“This collaboration allowed us to explore Indian cuisine from two complementary angles,” said Chef Sohan. “Working alongside Chef Pannalal, we focused on dishes that honour classical flavours while presenting them in a refined, contemporary way.”

“For me, this was about creating something meaningful together,” added Chef Pannalal Nath. “Each dish reflects a meeting point between classical foundations and modern expression, shaped with intention and balance.”

Guests can look forward to dishes such as Sweet Potato Gnocchi Chaat, Tandoori Octopus, Carrot Halwa Mille Feuille, Shorba Jhinga, Quinoa Aloobukhara Ki Tikki, and Sansara-Nasila Dunger Lal Maas, alongside Zaffrani Barramundi and Masala Chai Tiramisu.

Menus are available as four- and six-course set experiences, with optional beverage pairings, starting from $68++ per guest.

Following this collaboration, SanSara will unveil upcoming chef partnerships in June and July, further reinforcing its commitment to elevated dining experiences that celebrate culinary finesse and creativity.

For more information, please contact:

Claire Chan, Assistant Director of Marketing Communications
Claire.Chan@millenniumhotels.com 

Kok Nee Tsu, Assistant Manager of Marketing Communications
neetsu.kok@millenniumhotels.com