• Realizing Rising Tech within ‘S.T.R.E.A.M,’ the Group’s mid-to-long-term strategic portfolio conceived and designed by Hankook & Company Group
• Transformed students’ creative ideas into high-fidelity prototypes with near-production quality
• Demonstrated ‘TSB(Total Solution Business)’ capabilities based on integrated development and manufacturing

PASADENA, Calif., April 30, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Model Solution Co., Ltd. (CEO Hyung-min Yoo), a global hardware platform company and an affiliate of Hankook & Company Group, announced the successful completion of its collaborative project with ArtCenter College of Design (“ArtCenter”), one of the world’s leading design schools in the United States, and unveiled the project outcomes.

Model Solution is the Hankook & Company Group affiliate dedicated to Rising Tech within ‘S.T.R.E.A.M,’ the Group’s mid-to-long-term strategic portfolio.

Founded in 1930, ArtCenter is a design-focused educational institution located in Pasadena, California, and has built a global reputation in the fields of industrial design, product design, and mobility design.

The project was conducted as part of “3D Modeling 3,” a Spring 2026 course in ArtCenter’s Product Design department, with the goal of transforming students’ creative design ideas into high-fidelity prototypes with near-production quality.

Throughout the project, Model Solution supported CAD-based design reviews, CMF (Color, Material, Finish) implementation, and DFM (Design for Manufacturing)-based manufacturability reviews. Through this, the company demonstrated in detail how design concepts are actually realized in the product development process.

Among a wide range of ideas, a portable DJ controller ‘DJ Deck’, a future-oriented autonomous shopping cart ‘Grocery Cart’, and a last-mile delivery e-bike ‘E-Bike’ were ultimately selected. Each went beyond a simple concept model and was produced as a prototype with production-like appearance and finish quality.

The collaboration reflected Model Solution’s ‘TSB(Total Solution Business)’ approach, which connects customers’ early-stage ideas and concepts to design review, engineering, prototype development, tooling, and mass production. Through this, Model Solution demonstrated its strength in turning creative ideas into realistic product outcomes and establishing a structure that can be extended to development and mass production stages.

Beyond design realization, Model Solution provides comprehensive engineering services across all aspects of product development, including mechanical design, circuit design, and software engineering, and has established an integrated development and manufacturing system that can connect working prototypes to mass production. This capability translates into a competitive advantage in providing end-to-end support from the initial idea stage to actual commercialization.

Based on this end-to-end process capability, Model Solution continues to expand its business portfolio into various high-value-added industries, including medical devices. This capability serves as a foundation for expanding collaboration opportunities with diverse customers at the idea stage. This includes startups with limited product development experience or manufacturing infrastructure. The company stands out in its ability to define product implementation directions even from initial concepts alone and connect them to subsequent development and mass production review stages.

Hyung-min Yoo, CEO of Model Solution, said, “This industry-academia collaboration with ArtCenter demonstrates how creative ideas can be transformed into product-level outcomes. Moving forward, Model Solution will continue strengthening its role as a product realization partner by leveraging its total-solution capabilities to connect early-stage concepts with development and mass production.”

The completed prototypes will be exhibited at ArtCenter’s main exhibition hall starting in May, where they will be presented as the outcomes of this collaboration.

SAN FRANCISCO, April 30, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — At the Dreame NEXT Launch Event at the Palace of Fine Arts in San Francisco, Dreame Pool showcased its latest robotic pool cleaning solution — the Zircon 2 Pro, Zircon 2 Ultra, and the B2 Pro Automatic Charging Station, signaling a shift toward smarter yard maintenance.

Despite widespread adoption, most robotic pool cleaners still require manual handling, offer incomplete coverage, and rely on reactive navigation rather than environmental understanding. The Zircon 2 series represents a shift toward pool cleaning intelligence.

“We aim to address two of the biggest challenges in the pool cleaning industry,” said a spokesperson for Dreame Pool Robotic Cleaner. “The Zircon 2 Pro (paired with the B2 Pro Charging Station) ends the physical burden of manual handling, while the Zircon 2 Ultra utilizes underwater LiDAR and self-developed algorithms to enhance coverage accuracy.”

Zircon 2 Pro: Eliminating Manual Pool Cleaning Workflows

The Zircon 2 Pro is engineered to deliver a professional-grade, hands-free cleaning experience. When paired with its optional B2 Pro Automatic Charging Station, it enables a full-cycle, autonomous operation — cleaning, returning, docking, and recharging — activated by a single tap in the app. “It is built to eliminate manual handling that still exists in most pool cleaning routines today,” said the spokesperson.

• 8000 GPH Suction Power: Handles debris ranging from leaves to settled sand and twigs, with up to 4 hours of runtime per charge.
• PoolSense™ 2.0: Integrates 12 high-precision sensors to map pool environments and generate adaptive, multi-pattern path planning for thorough, non-random coverage.

Zircon 2 Ultra: Expanding Coverage and Precision

The Zircon 2 Ultra is positioned as a premium pool cleaning solution, designed for complex pool environments (up to 4,300 sq. ft.), allowing for more systematic and complete cleaning coverage. It supports precise 7-in-1 multi-zone cleaning, covering the surface, waterline, walls, floor, steps, corners, and the shallow zones within a single cycle. Additionally, Zircon 2 Ultra features Surface Docking, allowing users to command the robot to surface at a preferred location for easy retrieval.

Its performance is built on two core systems:

• Underwater LiDAR Navigation: Featuring PulseMap™ technology, the system integrates LDS LiDAR with a multi-sensor fusion system to generate an accurate 3D pool model, ensuring real-time environmental scanning and structured path planning in low-visibility conditions.
• Quad-Lift™ Four-Pump System: Surpassing industry-leading designs, its advanced architecture utilizes four dedicated pumps to deliver a massive 10,000 GPH of suction power*. By distributing suction power across seven cleaning zones, it reduces performance trade-offs.

A Shift Toward Autonomous Pool Care

With the Zircon 2 series, Dreame Pool focuses on reducing manual handling and improving cleaning completeness. By dissolving complex technology into the background, the company aims to transform your backyard into an effortless sanctuary.

About Dreame Technology

Founded in 2017, Dreame Technology is a global leader in high-end consumer electronics and intelligent manufacturing, committed to empowering lives through intelligent home solutions. For more information, visit https://yardcare.dreametech.com/ 

*Data based on internal testing by Dreame Lab

POMONA, Calif., April 30, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — As spring ushers in a wave of home and lifestyle refresh behaviors, Nework, an audiovisual and collaborative solutions provider for education, business, and home, introduces two new innovations, the MoveMate AI 32″ Portable TV and the NewBoard P Series Smart Board, designed to elevate entertainment, mobility, and professional collaboration.

A Season of Renewal Meets a New Era of Flexible Technology

Spring has increasingly become a cultural moment for reinvention. What was once a season associated primarily with cleaning has evolved into a broader lifestyle reset—one that includes upgrading how people relax, entertain, and work. Across homes nationwide, spring gatherings are shaping the social calendar, from neighborhood potlucks to “bring‑a‑bloom” flower parties and the fast‑growing “backyard movie night party,” which has surged more than 130% in popularity. At the same time, workplaces are continuing to refine hybrid collaboration models, prioritizing tools that deliver clarity, mobility, and seamless connectivity.

This shift toward flexible living and working has created a timely opportunity for technology that adapts to people’s lifestyles. Nework’s latest releases reflect this momentum, offering solutions built for movement, multi‑functionality, and everyday ease.

MoveMate AI 32″: A Larger, Smarter Portable TV for Modern Home Entertainment

The MoveMate AI 32″ Portable TV marks a significant upgrade from the previous 27‑inch model, delivering a larger screen that enhances immersive viewing across streaming, casual entertainment, and social gatherings. Designed for mobility, the device features five wheels and an adjustable stand, allowing effortless movement between rooms and flexible angle adjustments for different scenarios.

Its 32‑inch FHD multi‑touch display offers vivid color and fast response, while a built‑in battery supports up to 13 hours of wireless operation, making it ideal for spontaneous movie nights, kitchen streaming sessions, or bedroom relaxation. Powered by a Qualcomm octa‑core processor with 8 GB RAM and 128 GB storage, the device runs Android 14 with EDLA certification, providing full access to the Google Play Store.

Additional features include remote‑activated Google Voice Assistant and Gemini AI, dual speakers, a 13MP camera, and easy content sharing via Wi‑Fi, Bluetooth, or HDMI. Priced at $799.99, the MoveMate AI 32″ is positioned as a versatile entertainment companion for households embracing flexible, room‑to‑room living.

NewBoard P Series: An All‑in‑One Collaboration Hub for Hybrid Work

For professional environments, the NewBoard P Series Smart Board (55″-75″) introduces a comprehensive collaboration solution designed for modern hybrid teams. Its enterprise‑grade 48MP 4K conferencing camera features advanced auto‑exposure, auto‑focus, and auto‑white‑balance technology, paired with a 108° wide‑angle lens to ensure every participant appears sharp and natural.

An 8‑microphone array with AI noise reduction filters more than 300 types of background noise, supporting clear voice pickup at distances of 12-16 meters. With AI echo cancellation and double‑talk support, conversations remain smooth and uninterrupted, even in dynamic meeting environments.

The P Series also offers full‑function USB‑C with 4K video, audio, data, and power delivery, along with HDMI output for flexible BYOD and UC&C collaboration. Its 4K UHD professional display, high‑precision infrared touch with up to 20‑point multi‑touch, and Anti-glare (AG) glass create a natural writing and presenting experience. Built‑in white-boarding, annotation tools, instant QR‑code sharing, and IT‑friendly deployment further streamline daily workflows.

Running Android 14 with Google EDLA certification, and optional Windows OPS expansion, the P Series is priced between $2399.99 and $2699.99, depending on size.

As consumers increasingly prioritize mobility, adaptability, and multi‑functional design, Nework continues to position itself as a brand that shapes technology around real lifestyles rather than asking people to adjust to rigid systems.

For more information, please visit https://nework.us/ for portable lifestyle TVs, and https://www.nework.ai/ for professional smart boards and workplace collaboration.

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SAN FRANCISCO, April 30, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Recently, technology innovator Dreame Technology hosted the “DREAME NEXT” launch event at the Palace of Fine Arts in San Francisco. During the event, Jackie Chen, head of Dreame Small Kitchen Appliances, showcased a lineup of high-tech products and innovations designed to address the evolving pain points of the smart kitchen.

Chen shared a compelling observation that resonated deeply with American consumers: in an era of rising costs, the pursuit of high-quality dining is becoming increasingly difficult. According to data from Review42, expensive delivery services have become a significant financial burden for many American households. After factoring in service fees, delivery charges, and tips, total bills often reach 1.4 times the original restaurant menu price. This 40% premium, combined with the lukewarm and soggy texture often resulting from 30-to-40-minute wait times, has dampened the joy of daily dining. Meanwhile, traditional home appliances often struggle with inconsistent performance and complex operations, making it hard to replicate “restaurant-quality” results at home.

Dreame Small Kitchen Appliances is committed to changing this through the innovative application of smart algorithms, fluid dynamics, and thermal engineering. The goal is to empower users to reclaim the time, money, and taste buds “stolen” by overpriced delivery through a more efficient, low-barrier kitchen experience.

Air Fryer: Synergizing Steam and Airflow to End Dry Textures

A centerpiece of the launch was the Dreame AeroFusion™ Air Fryer AF60. Addressing the common frustration of dry, tough food produced by traditional air fryers, the AF60 introduces CrispVapor™ technology. Its integrated 800W die-cast aluminum steam generator is designed to produce 140°C superheated steam within 30 seconds, creating a moisture barrier around the ingredients. Combined with 20 smart recipes optimized through tens of thousands of tests, the machine automatically adjusts cooking modes at the precise moment required. This “Steam-Then-Roast” logic, paired with a 2500 RPM high-speed fan and a Coandă-effect air duct for 360° circulation, aims to deliver a perfect “crispy outside, juicy inside” experience.

The AF60 also showcases high-efficiency hardware architecture. It features an innovative dual-source heating system: a top stainless-steel tube with an infrared coating to boost heating efficiency, and an innovative PTC ceramic heater at the bottom. This bottom-surface heating improves energy distribution and eliminates cold spots. With the self-regulating nature of PTC materials, the AF60 enhances safety from the structural level, setting a new efficiency benchmark for modern kitchens.

Power Blender: Linking Sensors and Algorithms for Automated Blending

In North America, fitness enthusiasts and wellness seekers are increasingly focused on precise nutritional intake. Beyond the “light and healthy” meals provided by air fryers, a smooth, nutrient-rich post-workout supplement is essential. However, transforming tough nuts or frozen berries into a silky liquid requires precise power control.

The Dreame BlendLogic™ Power Blender PB70 features the iDetect™ Smart Blending System, designed to eliminate the guesswork of manual settings. Based on high-frequency closed-loop feedback logic and a high-precision Hall-effect current sensor, the PB70 captures minute electrical fluctuations as small as 1mA. This gives the device a “sense of touch,” allowing it to interpret the volume, hardness, and consistency of ingredients in real time. This sensory data, processed by a proprietary PID algorithm, completes the “sense-to-execute” cycle within 50ms. Supported by a 1400W variable-speed motor, the PB70 adapts its power output to the specific needs of different ingredients, evolving the blender from a passive tool into an active assistant that preserves nutrients by minimizing heat buildup.

Fully Automatic Espresso Machine: Precision Control for Professional Quality at Home

For coffee aficionados, Dreame introduced the Dreame Ecceluxe™ Master Fully Automatic Espresso Machine FCM60. To bring the complex café experience into the home, Dreame engineers reconstructed the extraction process with surgical precision. The FCM60 utilizes a 420-grade stainless steel burr set with a precision of approximately 0.005mm, designed to keep temperature rise within the grinding chamber under 3°C to preserve the beans’ original aroma.

During extraction, the FCM60 utilizes a 19-bar high-pressure pump for optimal penetration, paired with a dual PID temperature control system and smart pre-infusion to ensure consistent flavor profiles across every cup. Furthermore, addressing the “cleaning nightmare” of traditional machines, the FCM60 features an industry-first front-access detachable micro-brewing unit. By embedding the complex support structure within the machine body, Dreame reduced the brewing core to a compact size that can be removed and rinsed with one hand in seconds—true to the philosophy of “leaving the complexity to the machine and the simplicity to the user.”

In addition to these flagship products, the event featured the Dreame AeroFusion™ Air Fryer AF30, which is set to officially launch in the U.S. market in June. The product will be available for purchase through Amazon, Dreame’s official website, and other major online channels. The AF30 attracted significant attention during the showcase with its 7L family-sized capacity and the innovative 360° Dual-Source Cyclonic Heat™ system. The showcase also included the Dreame FlowNutri™ Tilt Slow Juicer SJ30, the Dreame FlowNutri™ Master Slow Juicer SJ60, the Dreame PortFresh™ Portable Blender PB10, and the Dreame ToastControl™ Smart Toaster TA60, etc., signaling the steady expansion of Dreame’s full-scenario kitchen ecosystem.

Jackie Chen stated that Dreame Small Kitchen Appliances’ roadmap for the North American market includes the upcoming launch of smart stand mixers, high-performance professional blenders, and smart toasting equipment. By diving deep into smart algorithms, intelligent sensing, and automated structures, Dreame aims to simplify complex kitchen tasks, evolving appliances from simple tools into “Smart Collaborative Systems” with sensing and execution capabilities.

From its debut at AWE to its official launch in Silicon Valley, Dreame Small Kitchen Appliances is accelerating its transition from a technical explorer to an industry innovator. As global demand for wellness and quality of life grows, the kitchen appliance industry has entered a new, technology-driven cycle. Dreame Small Kitchen Appliances is committed to using cross-disciplinary technology and human-centric design to help households easily achieve professional-grade results, bringing a qualitative leap to the global home cooking experience through the power of technology.

About Dreame Technology
Established in 2017, Dreame Technology is a global leader in high-end consumer electronics and intelligent manufacturing with the vision to empower lives through technology. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok and X. For more information, visit https://global.dreametech.com/

Fully supporting Macao SAR government’s directives on sustainable community development with new initiatives

MACAO, April 29, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Sands China announced its new Community Revitalization Programme 2.0 for Rua das Estalagens Wednesday at a press conference at The Londoner^® Macao. This second edition of the programme is presenting two related initiatives. Firstly, through the launch of Sands China’s Entrepreneurship Recruitment Programme 2.0 for Rua das Estalagens, the company continues to demonstrate its unwavering support for the Macao SAR government’s directive on promoting and fostering the city’s economic diversification. The initiative seeks to recruit a new batch of local SMEs to establish businesses on Rua das Estalagens, re-energising the district’s economic vitality. Secondly, the inaugural Shop Rebranding Programme aims to embrace the company’s business philosophy of supporting local SMEs by empowering businesses already on the street to innovate, strengthen their brands, and enhance their operational capability. Centred on the principle of “integrating the old with the new, bridging the past into future,” this new edition of the Community Revitalization Programme strives for the sustainable development of Rua das Estalagens by injecting fresh energy into this historic street of distinctive cultural value while rekindling its past vibrancy and charm.

Since the Macao SAR government launched its revitalisation plan in 2023, Sands China has invested resources, integrated innovative ideas, and collaborated across sectors to promote the long-term development of the city’s historic districts. In April 2024, the company launched the first-of-its-kind Entrepreneurship Recruitment Programme for Rua das Estalagens to an overwhelming response. Seven enterprises were selected from 128 applications, encompassing cultural and creative retail, food and beverage specialities, and other diversified businesses. Over the past two years, this initiative has brought a refreshing vibe into the historic street, thrusting the district into the public spotlight.

In operation for two years now, the Community Revitalization Programme for Rua das Estalagens has helped shops gain a reputation, with some becoming viral hotspots — breathing new life into the entire district. To extend the effectiveness of the programme, Sands China is now launching the Entrepreneurship Recruitment Programme 2.0 for Rua das Estalagens. With the principle of “integrating the old with the new,” the initiative encourages Macao entrepreneurs to submit business proposals that align with the street’s revitalisation strategy, further boosting the district’s economic strength. Applicants must commit to a self-invested initial operating capital of no less than MOP 300,000. Selected applications can receive subsidies equivalent to one to two times the amount of the self-invested capital, with a capped amount of MOP 1 million per applicant. A judging panel will assess the subsidy amount based on a comprehensive evaluation of factors, such as the creativity and market potential of the submitted proposal, and the experience of the operating team.

Meanwhile, the inaugural Shop Rebranding Programme empowers shops currently operating on Rua das Estalagens to enhance their brand appeal and elevate their operational capability, under the principle of “bridging the past into future.” Applicants need to commit to a minimum self-invested capital of MOP 50,000. Selected applications can receive subsidies equivalent to one to three times the amount of the self-invested capital, capped at MOP 500,000 per applicant. The programme encompasses brand image innovation, product packaging, and storefront beautification, all designed to bolster the market competitiveness and vibrancy of the street’s existing stores.

Speaking at the press conference, Yau Yun Wah, director of the Economic and Technological Development Bureau of the Macao SAR government, said: “Launched in 2024, the first edition of the Entrepreneurship Recruitment Programme 2.0 for Rua das Estalagens not only captured the attention of local young entrepreneurs, but also successfully helped put a series of creative business plans into action. This encouraging result has infused Rua das Estalagens with new commercial vision and vitality. Meanwhile, the inaugural Shop Rebranding Programme under the company’s Community Revitalization Programme 2.0 for Rua das Estalagens aims to empower existing shops to strengthen their brands through upgrades and transformation, thereby enhancing their competitiveness. These initiatives are highly aligned with the Macao SAR government’s vision of supporting the high-standard development of local SMEs and boosting community economic development. SMEs are the cornerstone of Macao’s economic development, and supporting their growth has always been a policy priority for the SAR government. Beyond government support, it is crucial that enterprises actively leverage the spirit of creativity, while all sectors of society participate and promote this vision. The Community Revitalization Programme for Rua das Estalagens has exemplified the success that stems from such cross-sector collaboration. We hope that the community will continue to unite with the SAR government to jointly drive the sustainable development of Macao’s community economy.”

Dr. Wilfred Wong, executive vice chairman of Sands China Ltd., said: “Rua das Estalagens stands as a pivotal testament to the history and development of Macao, embodying profound cultural value and memories of a past economy. The first phase of Sands China’s Entrepreneurship Recruitment Programme for Rua das Estalagens attracted a group of young entrepreneurs to devote themselves to the future development of the street, fully demonstrating the strength, perseverance, and dedication of Macao’s new generation. Building upon this achievement, we remain steadfast in our commitment to growing alongside the Macao community with the launch of the Community Revitalization Programme 2.0 for Rua das Estalagens. This initiative seeks to recruit a new cohort of SMEs to start businesses on the historic street, providing a platform for Macao entrepreneurs to flourish while further re-energising the district’s cultural, tourism, and economic vitality. Additionally, through our inaugural Shop Rebranding Programme, we aim to help the street’s existing businesses optimise and upgrade their brands, ensuring the sustainable development of Macao’s revitalised districts.

“True to our business philosophy of growing alongside SMEs, we are dedicated to uniting the strengths of the government, business sectors and the community. Our goal is to preserve the historical and cultural heritage of Rua das Estalagens while reinvigorating the street’s commercial growth, thereby collectively contributing to Macao’s economic diversification and community development. We are grateful to the various SAR government departments, public sector entities, the banking sector, community associations, and the businesses on Rua das Estalagens for their unwavering support of this revitalisation programme. Their backing represents a collective effort to empower local SMEs and revive the cultural and tourism charm of the area, showcasing the vitality of Macao’s community tourism.”

Joao Ma, vice president of the board of directors of the Macao Chamber of Commerce, said: “Looking back to 2024, Sands China launched the inaugural Entrepreneurship Recruitment Programme for Rua das Estalagens under the philosophy of growing with SMEs. The programme successfully attracted entrepreneurs to set up businesses in the historic district, bringing tangible changes to the street. The newly launched Community Revitalization Programme 2.0 for Rua das Estalagens not only continues to recruit new entrepreneurship proposals, but is also introducing the new Shop Rebranding Programme, encouraging existing merchants to enhance their competitiveness and respond proactively to changing market needs. This represents a deeper and more concrete implementation of the concept of ‘integrating the old with the new.’

“We are delighted to once again serve as a supporting organisation, working alongside Sands China to support local entrepreneurs and SMEs in taking opportunities and contributing to the growth of the community economy. SMEs are a vital pillar of Macao’s economy, and the entrepreneurial spirit is a driving force for social progress. The Macao Chamber of Commerce will continue to play its role as a bridge, supporting greater numbers of reliable enterprises and promoting diversified development of community economies. We firmly believe that through the collective efforts of the government, enterprises, and chambers of commerce, Macao’s traditional commercial districts will not merely remain historic streets, but will evolve into exemplary districts that showcase the city’s innovative vitality and rich cultural heritage.”

Representatives of the enterprises selected for the first edition of the Entrepreneurship Recruitment Programme for Rua das Estalagens attended the press conference Wednesday to share their entrepreneurial journeys, insights, and operational experiences. They noted that through the collective efforts of Sands China and various sectors of society, the programme has successfully helped them establish businesses on Rua das Estalagens and provided strong support for their steady growth. Additionally, Sands China has invested its resources to help shops on the street achieve sustainable development across multiple areas. The representatives expressed their enthusiasm for the new set of entrepreneurs soon to join the district, whose presence will inject new elements into the area and help build a robust operating environment.

A series of free events is set to launch to support the new round of the Community Revitalization Programme, including:

• Briefing Session (May 8): A representative will introduce the two initiatives in detail, with government officials and public utility representatives invited to share essential information on starting a business;
• SME Training Courses (May 14): Titled “Macao SMEs: Effective Business Plan and Marketing Strategy” and “Macao SMEs: From Transformation of Traditions to Startup Innovation,” these two sessions aim to help Macao enterprises enhance their marketing writing, operational knowledge, and market insights, equipping them with the necessary knowledge for the initiative;
• Rua das Estalagens Open Day (May 15 and 17, June 12 and 14): Interested parties are welcome to join these sessions to inspect the district and shop conditions, prior to embarking on their entrepreneurial journeys.

Sands China has long been committed to providing a platform for Macao’s SMEs to grow. Beyond providing entrepreneurship and rebranding subsidies, the Community Revitalization Programme for Rua das Estalagens has offered a range of practical support, such as inviting selected enterprises to participate in the company’s large-scale events and activities. For two consecutive years, Sands China has hosted a food fest for the programme’s inaugural cohort. These food festivals, held at the back-of-house area of The Venetian^® Macao and The Londoner^® Macao respectively, have helped participating shops promote their brands and increase visibility, drawing 11,000 Sands China team members across both editions.

Furthermore, for two consecutive years, the company has distributed discount vouchers of these selected enterprises to participants of the Sands China Macao International 10K, encouraging runners to visit Rua das Estalagens. The company has also invited selected enterprises to set up booths at events such as the Sands Shopping Carnival, Macao’s largest sales event, allowing local SMEs to reach beyond their immediate neighbourhoods and engage with a broader audience of residents and tourists, thereby enhancing their brand influence and market competitiveness.

The Entrepreneurship Recruitment Programme 2.0 for Rua das Estalagens is organised by Sands China Ltd. and co-organised by the Macao Chamber of Commerce. The Secretariat for Economy and Finance of the Macao SAR government is the programme’s advisory body, with the following serving as supporting units: Economic and Technological Development Bureau, Macao Government Tourism Office, Commerce and Investment Promotion Institute, Cultural Affairs Bureau, Municipal Affairs Bureau, General Union of Neighbourhood Associations of Macao, Macau Artist Society, Companhia de Electricidade de Macau – CEM, S.A. (CEM), The Macao Water Supply Company Limited, Bank of China Macau Branch, Industrial and Commercial Bank of China (Macau), and Banco Nacional Ultramarino (BNU). The programme operates under Sands China’s F.I.T. local SME support programme and the Sands Resorts Incubation Center.

Guests of honour at the press conference were Sun Yaohua, director of the Economic Affairs Department of the Liaison Office of the Central People’s Government in the Macao SAR; Yau Yun Wah; Maria Helena de Senna Fernandes, director of the Macao Government Tourism Office; Mak Kim Meng, acting chairman of the Administration Committee on Municipal Affairs of the Municipal Affairs Bureau; Christy Mai, adviser to the Office of the Secretary for Economy and Finance; Sou Kin Meng, head of the department of Cultural Heritage of the Cultural Affairs Bureau; Joao Ma; Ng Siu Lai, president of the General Union of Neighbourhood Associations of Macau; Ip Sio Kai, chairman of The Macau Association of Banks; Nacky Kuan, executive director of The Macao Water Supply Company Limited; Carlos Cid Álvares, chief executive officer of BNU Macau; Huang Xianjun, deputy chief executive officer of ICBC Macau; Xu Zhiyu, managing director of Bank of China Macau Branch; Lok Hei, president of the Macau Artists Society; Cecilia Nip, director of the CEM Regulatory Affairs and Corporate Communications Office; Dr. Wong; Grant Chum, chief executive officer and executive director of Sands China Ltd.; and Dave Sun, executive vice president and chief financial officer of Sands China Ltd. and managing director of Venetian Macau Limited.

Interested individuals can visit https://tinyurl.com/RuadasEstalagens2026 or scan the QR code below to view details and register for the Entrepreneurship Recruitment Programme 2.0 for Rua das Estalagens and its relevant events. The application period is open now and will close at 5 p.m. on June 30.

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About Sands China Ltd.

Sands China Ltd. (Sands China or the Company) is incorporated in the Cayman Islands with limited liability and is listed on The Stock Exchange of Hong Kong Limited (HKEx: 1928). Sands China is the largest operator of integrated resorts in Macao. The Company’s integrated resorts on the Cotai Strip comprise The Venetian^® Macao, The Plaza^® Macao, The Parisian^® Macao and The Londoner^® Macao. The Company also owns and operates Sands^® Macao on the Macao peninsula. The Company’s portfolio features a diversified mix of leisure and business attractions and transportation operations, including large meeting and convention facilities; a wide range of restaurants; shopping malls; world-class entertainment at The Venetian Arena, The Londoner Arena, The Venetian Theatre, The Parisian Theatre, The Londoner Theatre and Sands Theatre; and a high-speed Cotai Water Jet ferry service between Hong Kong and Macao. The Company’s Cotai Strip portfolio has the goal of contributing to Macao’s transformation into a world centre of tourism and leisure. Sands China is a subsidiary of global resort developer Las Vegas Sands Corp. (NYSE: LVS).

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

Media contacts:

Corporate Communications, Sands China Ltd.
Mabel Wu
Tel: +853 8118 2268
Email: mabel.wu@sands.com.mo

Jesse Chiang
Tel: +853 8118 2054
Email: jesse.chiang@sands.com.mo

Recognition highlights strong ESG leadership and measurable progress

BREA, Calif., April 29, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — ViewSonic Corp., a leading global provider of visual solutions, has earned the EcoVadis Gold rating, now placing among the top 3% of more than 150,000 companies assessed worldwide. In just three years, the company has progressed from an EcoVadis Committed badge to a Gold medal and climbed from the 92^nd to the 97^th percentile in the last year, demonstrating strong momentum in its environmental, social, and governance (ESG) performance.

EcoVadis is a globally trusted provider of business sustainability ratings, evaluating companies across the areas of environment, labor and human rights, ethics, and sustainable procurement through an evidence-based methodology. The Gold distinction reflects ViewSonic’s continued efforts to integrate sustainability into its operations and supply chain, strengthening its ability to support customers and partners as ESG considerations become increasingly central to global procurement and business decisions.

“Achieving the EcoVadis Gold rating reflects how we are embedding sustainability into the way we operate and scale with our suppliers,” said Bonny Cheng, Chief Operating Officer at ViewSonic. “We remain committed to advancing our sustainability impact and building a more resilient and responsible supply chain alongside our partners and stakeholders.”

Driving Responsible Operations and Supply Chain Excellence

ViewSonic’s progress is driven by focused efforts across its workforce, operations, and supply chain. The company continues to invest in employee development and responsible workplace practices while strengthening capabilities in emerging areas such as AI and digital transformation.

As part of its social commitments, ViewSonic has implemented a Global Living Wage Policy, with more than 90% of employees meeting or exceeding local living wage standards. Across its value chain, the company continues to strengthen supplier engagement through sustainable procurement initiatives and supplier training programs to enhance supply chain management while also proactively mitigating risks.

Strengthening Global Standards and Long-Term Commitments

To further align with international sustainability standards, ViewSonic continues to advance its ESG framework through globally recognized certifications and initiatives. The company completed a SMETA (Sedex Members Ethical Trade Audit), one of the world’s most widely recognized social auditing methodologies worldwide, covering labor standards, health and safety, environmental performance, and business ethics.

ViewSonic also recently joined the United Nations Global Compact (UN Global Compact), the world’s largest corporate sustainability initiative, aligning its operations with the Ten Principles in the areas of human rights, labor, the environment, and anti-corruption. By joining the UN Global Compact, ViewSonic is committed to operating responsibly and reporting its progress annually.

At the same time, the company continues to advance its long-term climate strategy to achieve net-zero emissions by 2050, supported by the Science-Based Targets initiative (SBTi) and aligned with ISO 14064 standards for greenhouse gas management and verification. These efforts reinforce ViewSonic’s commitment to operating responsibly while delivering measurable ESG progress across its global operations.

About ViewSonic

Founded in 1987 and headquartered in Brea, California, ViewSonic is a leading global provider of visual solutions for the education, business, and consumer markets, with a presence in over 100 countries. Driven by the mission to transform education, workplaces, and lives, the company delivers a unified ecosystem of innovative hardware, software, and services that integrates seamlessly with the platforms, tools, and partners customers trust. Its product portfolio includes monitors, projectors, interactive displays, LED displays, commercial displays, video conferencing systems, and industrial solutions. Complementing its hardware is a robust suite of software offerings—including myViewBoard, ClassSwift, TeamOne, Manager, and AirSync—featuring AI-powered tools for collaboration, device optimization, and management. By empowering creativity, collaboration, and lifelong learning, ViewSonic supports customers at every stage in achieving their business and sustainability goals, creating a lasting impact and helping people everywhere connect with purpose—and See the Difference. Learn more at www.viewsonic.com.

SILICON VALLEY, Calif., April 29, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — The Magic X Global Embodied Intelligence Innovation Conference was successfully held on April 28 in Silicon Valley. As an emerging player in autonomous delivery technology, BemiGo CEO Luke Chen was invited to deliver a keynote speech. During the event, the company unveiled three core technologies to a global audience: a Lego-style modular autonomous delivery platform, the SmartVLA end-to-end large model, and the AI-native brain Brain 2.0. It also showcased its flagship product, the T6 autonomous delivery robot, demonstrating its full-stack capabilities to accelerate the industry into a new era of “true end-to-end systems and rapid commercial deployment.”

The conference brought together Turing Award laureates and leading global players such as NVIDIA, Amazon, and Google DeepMind. BemiGo engaged in extensive discussions with top experts from both academia and industry. In his speech, Luke Chen emphasized that against the backdrop of the ChatGPT era for physical AI, autonomous delivery robots serve as a vital embodiment of intelligent systems. Leveraging an integrated framework of modular hardware and software, end-to-end algorithms, and AI agent-based orchestration, the company has rapidly progressed from R&D to commercial deployment in a short time.

Chen also highlighted the core capabilities of the T6 autonomous delivery robot. It features a 6-cubic-meter cargo capacity, a payload of up to 1,000 kg, 550 TOPS of computing power, a top speed of 60 km/h, a range of 200 km, and a wading depth of 190 mm. Equipped with a 7V+1L end-to-end algorithm and a 360-degree perception system, the T6 can handle 600–800 parcels per trip, along with automotive-grade safety, full-scenario adaptability, and over-the-air (OTA) upgrade capabilities.

Powered by its self-developed Smartware 2.0 middleware, BemiGo has built a modular hardware-software architecture with unified interfaces, pre-integrated hardware, and flexible configuration. This enables plug-and-play deployment, rapid scalability, and easy maintenance—delivering on its promise of “instant deployment.” Built on the NVIDIA Alpamayo 1.5 open-source foundation model, the SmartVLA large model has been deployed for the first time on an unmanned logistics vehicle using the Jetson Thor platform, enabling real-world scene understanding and autonomous decision-making for safer and more intelligent driving.

Meanwhile, the cloud-based AI-native brain Brain 2.0 establishes a multi-agent collaborative architecture. Combined with a cloud control platform, closed-loop data system, AI agent monitoring center, and a mobile app-based full-process management system, it enables coordinated operations across multiple vehicle types, scenarios, and robots—fully realizing the end-to-end autonomous delivery workflow.

As the convergence of physical systems and AI enters a deeper stage, BemiGo is working closely with ecosystem partners such as Magic Atom to build a synergistic ecosystem around embodied intelligence and autonomous delivery, accelerating commercial adoption. Its debut in Silicon Valley marks growing global recognition of its technological solutions.

Looking ahead, BemiGo will continue to embrace openness, collaboration, and innovation, working with global partners to accelerate commercialization and bring embodied intelligent autonomous delivery services to markets worldwide.

Contact: Ms. Lei Lei, bemigo@tuojiang-tech.com, +86 17316017335