Growing municipal and enterprise engagement supports expanding fleet sales pipeline

GARLAND, Texas, April 28, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Massimo Motor (“Massimo” or the “Company”), a U.S.-based provider of utility-focused vehicles, today announced continued expansion of its fleet sales pipeline following strong engagement at the NAFA 2026 Institute & Expo in Cleveland, Ohio.

The Company reported high levels of interest from municipal, county and commercial fleet operators, with particular focus on its HVAC-equipped Sentinel Series UTVs and MVR Pro Series electric carts. These platforms are designed to support all-weather, high-frequency operational use across environments such as public works, infrastructure maintenance, campus operations and industrial facilities.

Massimo believes its factory-integrated HVAC platforms address a key operational need for fleet customers, enabling consistent vehicle utilization across varying climate conditions. This differentiation is contributing to increased engagement with government agencies and commercial operators evaluating next-generation utility vehicle solutions.

The Company noted growing RFP activity and ongoing discussions with multiple municipalities and county-level agencies regarding potential deployments. In parallel, Massimo continues to expand its presence within industrial and warehousing environments, including recent deliveries to a major global automotive manufacturer supporting internal logistics and facility operations.

“We saw strong engagement at NAFA from fleet operators actively evaluating solutions that can perform reliably across a wide range of operating conditions,” said Quenton Petersen, Chief Executive Officer of Massimo. “Our HVAC-equipped Sentinel Series UTVs and MVR Pro Series electric carts are designed to meet these demands, particularly in applications where continuous use, operator comfort and durability are critical.”

Mr. Petersen continued, “We are encouraged by the level of interest translating into active discussions and evaluations across both municipal and enterprise customers. As we continue to build our fleet sales pipeline, we believe this segment represents an increasingly important component of our growth strategy, particularly in high-utilization, site-based operating environments.”

Massimo remains focused on scaling its fleet sales program nationwide, targeting public sector, commercial, and industrial customers seeking durable, cost-effective mobility solutions. The Company believes its differentiated product offering—combining electric mobility, utility-driven design, and climate-controlled cabins—positions it to address evolving fleet requirements and support long-term growth.

About Massimo Motor
Massimo Motor is a U.S.-based manufacturer and distributor of utility-focused powersports vehicles, including UTVs, ATVs, and electric golf carts. The Company is focused on delivering practical, all-weather mobility solutions designed for commercial, municipal, and recreational use. Through its nationwide dealer network and expanding fleet sales program, Massimo supports a diverse customer base with products engineered for durability, efficiency, and real-world performance.

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Company Contact
Quenton Petersen
CEO
Massimo Group
ir@massimomotor.com 

HANGZHOU, China, April 28, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Dahua Technology, a world-leading video-centric AIoT solution and service provider, has released its seventh Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) Report, outlining its ongoing efforts in sustainable development under its mission of “enabling a smarter society and better living.”

In 2025, Dahua further integrated ESG strategies into its global operations, focusing on green development, compliance, and responsible use of technology. The company was awarded a Silver Medal by EcoVadis, ranking among the top 15% of companies worldwide.

Expanding AIoT Innovation Across Industries

Dahua continued expanding AIoT applications across industrial, urban, and environmental scenarios. In industries such as new energy and petrochemicals, intelligent inspection solutions supported safer operations and improved maintenance efficiency. In urban environments, AI-based traffic and infrastructure monitoring systems assisted in traffic management and incident response, contributing to more stable city operations. In environmental protection, Dahua applied video and sensing technologies to biodiversity monitoring projects, including collaboration with World Wide Fund for Nature (WWF) on wetland conservation. AIoT solutions were also applied in healthcare and education to improve operational efficiency and accessibility in daily services.

Accelerating Green and Low-Carbon Development

In 2025, Dahua advanced low-carbon transformation across its operations. The company expanded its photovoltaic systems, adding approximately 6.33 MW of installed capacity, a 78% year-on-year increase. Annual self-consumed solar power generation reached 11,080.70 MWh. At the manufacturing level, Dahua advanced “lights-out” factories, with AGVs covering an additional 30,000 m², improving logistics efficiency by 50%. On the product side, Dahua continued developing energy-efficient solutions, including solar-powered 4G devices, outdoor battery-powered cameras, and 480kW DC charging systems, to reduce carbon emissions. The company obtained over 150 green product certifications and completed more than 40 product carbon footprint reports. It also optimized packaging design, reducing average volume by 20% and improving storage and transportation space utilization by 300%.

Strengthening Governance, Compliance and Data Security

Dahua strengthened its governance framework by integrating compliance management across its global operations and reinforcing business ethics and information security standards. The company has obtained multiple certifications, including GB/T 35770-2022 for compliance management, ISO 9001 for quality management, and ISO 28000 for supply chain security. During the year, there were no product recalls due to quality or safety issues. In cybersecurity and privacy protection, Dahua continued to align with international standards such as CE-RED, ISO 27701, and ISO 27018, while operating a vulnerability monitoring system for risk detection and response. Dahua also advanced AI governance practices, including alignment with ISO/IEC 42001 for artificial intelligence management.

Driving Community Engagement and Social Impact

In 2025, Dahua supported disaster relief and community initiatives across multiple regions. In Europe, the company contributed to reforestation efforts in Madrid following wildfires, supporting ecological restoration. Dahua also worked with charitable organizations such as Rêves in France and Starlight in Australia to support children with critical illnesses. In Southeast Asia, Dahua participated in emergency response efforts, including flood relief in Indonesia and post-earthquake assistance in Myanmar.

For more information, please visit the 2025 Dahua ESG Report.

Tiny AI Engine Enables Crystal-Clear Voice in OWS Headsets, Smart Glasses, and Intelligent Voice Recorders, and Powers Predictive Maintenance for Industrial Automation

SANTA CLARA, Calif., April 28, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Upbeat Technology, a pioneer in ultra-low-power compute, voice, and edge AI sensing solutions, today announced it will exhibit and present at Sensors Converge 2026, May 5–7, in Santa Clara, CA. The company will spotlight its latest family of MEMS vibration sensors and Vibration Processing Units (VPU)—including the UPM01 and UPM02 series—alongside its UP201/301 dual-core RISC-V AI MCU, all engineered to deliver exceptional voice clarity and predictive intelligence in an almost impossibly small footprint. In addition, it will demonstrate a new Falcon Demo Kit, a machine-vibration application, open wearable stereo headsets (OWS), smart glasses, a smart voice recorder, an AI smart toy, and a drone.  

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The UPM01/UPM02 Vibration Processing Unit (VPU)—also known as a Bone Conduction Microphone (BCM)—measures just 3.2 × 2.5 mm, and the UP201 dual-core RISC-V AI MCU is equally compact at 3.0 × 3.0 mm. Together, they form Upbeat’s “Tiny AI Engine”: a powerful, power-sipping platform that brings on-device intelligence to wearables, industrial systems, drones, and consumer electronics.

The UPM01 series supports multiple interface variants—UPM01A (analog), UPM01Ax (higher-sensitivity analog), UPM01D (digital), and UPM01Dx (higher-sensitivity digital)—while the UPM02 goes further, offering both analog and digital options alongside a higher signal-to-noise ratio (SNR) for applications where audio clarity is critical. Mass production shipments for the UPM01/UPM02 are underway, with the UP201/UP301 scheduled to ship in October 2026.

The timing matches a surge in industry demand: according to Mordor Intelligence, the global MEMS sensor market is forecast to grow from $20.24 billion in 2026 to $29.08 billion by 2031, driven by pervasive edge-AI deployment, miniaturization in wearables, and surging demand for smart industrial systems.

Featured Demonstrations at Sensors Converge

Open-Wearable Stereo (OWS) Headsets

With 2 million OWS units expected by mid-2026 and 1 million already shipped, the UPM01/UPM02 dual-microphone system pairs a Bone Conduction Microphone with a traditional air microphone. Advanced sensor fusion algorithms deliver Environmental Noise Cancellation (ENC) in environments up to 90 dB—such as subway stations or busy roadsides—where conventional microphone arrays fail.

Smart Glasses with AI Voice Interaction

The UPM02, mounted in the nose-bridge area of smart glasses frames, achieves frequency response up to 6 kHz for women’s voices—double the ~2 kHz typical of leading competitors. The same dual-microphone architecture used in OWS headsets ensures reliable, studio-quality voice interaction with AI services in the noisiest surroundings.

Smart AI Voice Recorder

Upbeat’s MEMS sensors power voice recorders that capture both local and remote audio for AI-driven transcription and meeting summarization. With a frequency response exceeding 10 kHz—well above that of competing solutions—the platform is already shipping in real-world products across the U.S. and Europe.

Factory Machine Vibration Prognostics

The UP201 dual-core RISC-V AI MCU, combined with the UPM01 vibration sensor, continuously monitors machine vibration patterns in the 20 kHz range for overhead cranes, conveyor systems, semiconductor equipment, drone motors, and other industrial equipment. By detecting subtle anomalies in real time, the platform enables proactive maintenance, reducing unplanned downtime by over 90%.

Smart AI Toys with Touch Gesture Recognition

Its MEMS sensors enable swipe (left/right/up/down) and double-tap touch gesture recognition in AI toys, creating more intuitive and engaging interactions for children—without sacrificing battery life.

“At Sensors Converge, we’re excited to show how a sensor  2% the area of a 2032 cell battery can power the most demanding, voice, motion, and industrial applications,” said Jerry Chen, CEO and founder of Upbeat. “Our Tiny AI Engine is redefining what’s possible at the edge—enabling always-on intelligence without sacrificing battery life or adding bulk.”

Upbeat Falcon Demo Kit:

Debuting the UP301 + UPM01 Falcon Demo Kit—a complete, ready-to-run evaluation platform for machine vibration analysis. The kit includes a UP201 dual-core RISC-V AI MCU EVB, variable-speed motor, two UPM01D FPCs, power adapter, and access to the Falcon GUI (UVAS — Upbeat Vibration Analysis Suite). Designed for engineers who want to prototype and validate predictive maintenance solutions rapidly, the Falcon Demo Kit will be on live display and available for purchase at http://www.upbeattechtw.com/products/demo-kits.

Visit Upbeat at Sensors Converge, Booth 755 in the Startup Tech Zone, May 5–7, 2026. Attendees and media can schedule briefings or live demonstrations by contacting Linda Ferguson. Jerry Chen, CEO and Founder of Upbeat Technology, will also present on May 6 at 3:00 PM at the Tech Zone Stage, discussing how ultra-miniaturized MEMS sensors and edge AI are transforming wearables, industrial IoT, and intelligent sensing ecosystems.

About Upbeat Technology

Upbeat Technology, headquartered in Taipei, Taiwan, is an award-winning pioneer in ultra-low-power compute, voice, and edge AI sensing. With numerous patents in microstructural and AI acceleration technologies, its UP201/301 dual-core RISC-V MCUs power IoT devices from sensors to industrial systems, while the UPM01/UPM02 Bone Conduction MEMS microphone delivers superior audio for wearables and voice applications. Optimized for always-on IoT, drones, and smart factories, Upbeat partners globally to enable intelligent, sustainable, and energy-efficient connected systems. For more information, contact info@upbeattechtw.com or visit upbeattechtw.com.

Media Contact:
Linda Ferguson
1+503-869-5827
linda@upbeattechtw.com

HO CHI MINH CITY, Vietnam, April 28, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — On April 25, as it marks its 10th anniversary in the Vietnam market, MINISO opened Vietnam’s first MINISO FRIENDS store at Van Hanh Mall in Ho Chi Minh City. The newly renovated store features an immersive, IP‑driven environment, introducing an upgraded retail experience centered on popular IPs. As MINISO’s most advanced store format in Vietnam, MINISO FRIENDS reflects the brand’s continuous evolution in store concepts and consumer experiences.

Located on the 3rd floor of Van Hanh Mall, the newly renovated MINISO FRIENDS store is designed around strong character visuals and IP‑led merchandising. The space is organized into dedicated IP zones spanning collectibles, blind boxes, and plush toys, as well as beauty products and everyday accessories. Character‑led installations featuring Stitch, Winnie the Pooh, and Gift Bear—alongside dedicated YOYO displays—bring IP storytelling into the physical space, creating a highly photo‑friendly and immersive retail environment that encourages exploration and engagement.

As a newly introduced format, MINISO FRIENDS is built around IP‑led retail experiences, featuring a higher concentration of IP products and immersive in‑store scenarios that encourage offline exploration. At Van Hanh Mall, the store brings together a wide range of globally popular IPs, with IP products accounting for approximately 70% of the overall assortment, while also serving as a key launch destination for new and trending IP toy offerings in Vietnam.

Highlights include fan‑favorite collaborations such as Sanrio, Chiikawa, and the proprietary IP YOYO, with first‑release products including the YOYO Fly with the Wind Series, Sanrio SEA‑exclusive Hello Kitty Leopard collection, and Chiikawa Sakura Season Collection. In addition, globally recognized IPs making their Vietnam debut—such as Star Wars and Luo Xiaohei—further expand the store’s diversified IP lineup, bringing both established and newly launched IP experiences together in one space.

A highlight of the store opening was the appearance of influential popular singer Quân A.P, alongside a series of fan‑focused activities. Throughout the day, Gift Bear mascot performances created interactive moments with strong audience participation. Visitors were also invited to take part in the “Exchange YOUR Blind Box” event, centered on the limited Sanrio Forest Animal Series vinyl plush blind boxes. The activity showcased MINISO’s diverse IP-driven interactive experiences and sparked strong enthusiasm among hundreds of fans.

As MINISO marks its 10th anniversary in the Vietnam market, the launch of MINISO FRIENDS reflects the brand’s continued development and evolution at the local level. Since opening its first store in Vietnam in 2016, MINISO has steadily expanded its presence across the country, with stores located in key commercial districts and landmarks such as the Landmark 81 area, Vincom Times City, Hoan Kiem Lake, and Nha Trang Center, reaching more than 30 major cities including Ho Chi Minh City, Hanoi, Da Nang, Hai Phong, and Nha Trang.

Over the past decade, MINISO has continued to bring globally popular as well as proprietary IP products to consumers through IP‑driven retail scenarios, creating enjoyable and accessible shopping experiences for a broad consumer base. Looking ahead, MINISO will continue developing its IP‑focused retail formats while expanding its capabilities as a leading IP operation  platform, delivering immersive in‑store experiences and making a wider range of IP content accessible to consumers across Southeast Asia and global markets.

About MINISO

MINISO Group is a global lifestyle brand offering a variety of design-led lifestyle products. The Company serves consumers primarily through its large network of MINISO stores, and promotes a relaxing, treasure-hunting and engaging shopping experience full of delightful surprises that appeals to all demographics. Aesthetically pleasing design, quality and affordability are at the core of every product in MINISO’s wide product portfolio, and the Company continually and frequently rolls out products with these qualities. Since the opening of its first store in China in 2013, the Company has built its flagship brand “MINISO” as a globally recognized retail brand and established a massive store network worldwide.

SINGAPORE and JAKARTA, Indonesia, April 28, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Singapore Management University (SMU) has formally launched SMU Indonesia as a subsidiary, signalling a long-term strategic commitment to strengthening Indonesia’s talent pipeline and employability outcomes in an era of rapid technological disruption.

Positioned as a bridge between academia, industry and government, SMU Indonesia will work with Indonesian partners to co-develop executive development and future-ready skills courses across sectors undergoing structural transformation. These include banking and finance, natural resources, mining, energy, telecommunications and infrastructure, logistics, and transportation.

The move reflects SMU’s conviction that talent development in ASEAN’s largest economy is both an economic imperative and a shared regional priority. Having an enlarged presence in Indonesia will also enable SMU to work more closely with local partners and collaborators.

Aligning with Indonesia’s “triple readiness” workforce agenda

Indonesia’s Ministry of Manpower has identified the need for “triple readiness” in the workforce, where technical, digital and core human skills must evolve in tandem by 2030. This comes as the country accelerates efforts to embed digital literacy within higher education, recognising the importance of equipping future workers with AI and digital skills.

Recent data from Statistics Indonesia (BPS) underscores the urgency. One-third of young workers are currently employed in roles that do not match their level of education, while youth unemployment remains more than twice the national average. Each year, around 3.5 million graduates enter the workforce, intensifying pressure on job-market alignment.

SMU Indonesia is designed to directly respond to this gap by aiming to scale collaborative programmes that connect education outcomes to real industry demand across both Indonesia and Singapore.

Against this backdrop, President Lily Kong, President, Singapore Management University noted:

“Indonesia stands at a defining moment in its development, where the strength of its human capital will determine the trajectory of its economic transformation. At SMU, we believe universities must evolve beyond their traditional roles to become active partners in shaping workforce outcomes.

The establishment of SMU Indonesia as a subsidiary reflects our deep and long-term commitment to this vision. By working closely with government, industry and academic partners, we are not only responding to immediate human capital needs, but co-creating an ecosystem where talent can continuously adapt, move and thrive across borders.

In doing so, we hope to contribute meaningfully to Indonesia’s ‘triple readiness’ agenda, supporting the development of a workforce across Indonesia that is technically proficient, digitally fluent and grounded in the human capabilities that will remain indispensable in an AI-driven world.”

From academic institution to workforce partner

SMU Indonesia’s transition into a subsidiary underscores SMU’s confidence in Indonesia’s long-term growth trajectory and enables deeper engagement in market-relevant training, applied research and executive education.

It also expands partnerships with government agencies and leading institutions, including Indonesia’s Ministries of Education and Manpower, Bank Indonesia, and Universitas Indonesia, University of Gajah Mada and Institute of Technology Bandung.

Flagship initiatives driving workforce relevance

SMU Indonesia’s applied model is reflected in several flagship initiatives:

• AI-inclusive workforce transformation
  Programmes led by SMU’s Resilience and Workforce Transformation (ResWORK) initiative examine how AI disruption is reshaping youth employment and industry skills demand.
• Urban innovation capability building
  Collaboration with Jakarta Smart City supports talent development in digital urban solutions and sustainable city planning.
• Industry-embedded learning
  Partnerships with banking, energy, and natural resources sectors co-design curricula aligned with evolving job roles and leadership development.
• Bilateral talent mobility
  Exchange and experiential learning programmes, including the Global Ready Talent initiative and Global Summer Programme, enhance graduate employability across Indonesia and Singapore.

Haryanto Adikoesoemo, President Director of AKR and Chair of SMU International Advisory Council Indonesia, added:

“Indonesia faces a skill gap in areas such as data science, AI, cybersecurity and cloud computing, which makes it difficult to support the demand driven by high growth companies in the digital economy. I hope that the reinvigorated SMU Indonesia can work even closer with Indonesian academia, private and public sectors and support our talent challenges and build an even stronger future economy.”

As Indonesia accelerates digitalisation and industrial upgrading, SMU Indonesia aims to provide a platform to better align education with emerging job markets. The initiative also strengthens Singapore–Indonesia talent integration, positioning universities as active workforce partners rather than traditional education providers.

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About SMU Indonesia

SMU Indonesia, registered as PT SMU International Indonesia in 2025, is a subsidiary company of Singapore Management University (SMU).  It builds on the foundation of SMU’s Overseas Centre representative office in Jakarta, the University’s first representative office overseas that was launched in December 2022. SMU Indonesia seeks to deepen SMU’s engagement with/in Indonesia and contribute further to Indonesia’s social and economic development. This strategic move signals SMU’s long-term commitment to Indonesia’s growth and talent development. SMU Indonesia will independently deliver non-degree executive leadership programmes and customised training in Indonesia. It also serves as a contact node to support student mobility (including internships and study visits), alumni engagement, knowledge exchange, student outreach, and research collaborations with partners across academia, industry, and government agencies across Indonesia.

SMU Indonesia complements SMU’s Representative Offices in Bangkok and Ho Chi Minh City, which focus on partnership development and engagement, and student mobility support in their respective markets. Together, SMU’s overseas offices facilitate collaboration and connections within and between Asia and SMU’s global partners.

About SMU

A premier university in Asia, SMU is internationally recognised for its world-class research and distinguished teaching. Established in 2000, SMU’s mission is to generate leading-edge research with global impact and to produce broad-based, creative, and entrepreneurial leaders for the knowledge-based economy. SMU’s education is known for its highly interactive, collaborative, and project-based approach to learning.

Home to over 13,000 students across undergraduate, postgraduate professional and postgraduate research programmes, SMU comprises eight schools: School of Accountancy, Lee Kong Chian School of Business, School of Economics, School of Computing and Information Systems, Yong Pung How School of Law, School of Social Sciences, College of Integrative Studies, and College of Graduate Research Studies. SMU offers a wide range of bachelors’, masters’, and PhD degree programmes in the disciplinary areas associated with its schools, as well as in multidisciplinary combinations of these areas.

SMU emphasises rigorous, high-impact, multi- and interdisciplinary research that addresses Asian issues of global relevance. SMU faculty members collaborate with leading international researchers and universities around the world, as well as with partners in the business community and public sector. SMU’s city campus is a modern facility located in the heart of downtown Singapore, fostering strategic linkages with business, government, and the wider community. www.smu.edu.sg