SYDNEY, April 28, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Saigon Technology, a global software development and AI engineering company working with enterprises across Australia and APAC, recently reveals the biggest barrier to scaling AI is no longer model performance. It is the ability to connect predictive and generative systems into a single, production-ready architecture.
Australian enterprises are accelerating their investment in artificial intelligence. Organizations are deploying both predictive models to forecast outcomes and generative AI to create content, automate workflows, and improve customer engagement.
But a critical challenge is emerging.
Hybrid AI: The Next Strategic Imperative
Hybrid AI, which combines predictive and generative capabilities, is increasingly seen as the next step in enterprise AI adoption. Predictive AI identifies what is likely to happen. While generative AI determines what should happen next. When integrated effectively, the two create a closed loop between insight and action.
For example, a predictive model may identify a customer at risk of churning. A generative system can then produce a personalized retention offer tailored to that customer’s behavior and preferences.
This is where business value is created. It is also where most implementations fail.
The Integration Gap
A common pattern appears across enterprise AI projects.
Organizations develop predictive and generative systems separately, often with different teams, data pipelines, and success metrics. Then they try to integrate them at the end.
“It sounds practical, but it is the root cause of most hybrid AI failures.” said Thanh Pham, CEO of Saigon Technology
Saigon Technology showcases AI-powered healthcare solutions at an industry expo
The generative AI team optimizes for output quality. The predictive team focuses on model accuracy. Neither is responsible for how the systems interact. Connecting them at the end often consumes months of rework.
Saigon Technology estimates that 60-70% of hybrid AI project costs are spent on integration, not model development, which is avoidable. So, integration architecture is now the first thing they design, before either model gets built.
Why AI Projects Stall Before Production
Integration is only one part of the challenge.
Beyond integration, three factors that prevent AI initiatives from reaching production:
Data readiness is underestimated: Most effort goes into cleaning, structuring, and maintaining data pipelines.
The prototype-to-production gap is ignored: Models that perform well in testing often fail under real-world conditions without rigorous stress testing.
User adoption is not addressed early enough. Even good AI can fail if business users do not trust or understand the outputs. Adoption, therefore, becomes as critical as development.
A Framework for Scalable AI
To address these challenges, Saigon Technology has developed a 4-Layer Hybrid AI Framework, designed for production-scale deployment.
The framework includes:
A unified data foundation
A model coordination layer
Built-in governance for accuracy and compliance
Continuous feedback loops to improve performance over time
As AI adoption accelerates across Australia, the gap between experimentation and production is becoming more visible. The succeed companies will be those design systems that work together from the outset.
Saigon Technology continues to partner with enterprises across Australia, the US, and APAC to build integrated AI systems that move beyond isolated use cases and deliver measurable business impact.
For organizations planning their next AI initiative, the message is clear: Integration is not the final step. It is the starting point.
The Company’s 11th Mainland project has achieved >90% retail leasing rate across ~250 stores
HONG KONG SAR and SHANGHAI, CHINA – Media OutReach Newswire – 28 April 2026 – Hang Lung Properties Limited (“Hang Lung” or the “Company”; stock code: 00101) is pleased to announce the opening of Westlake 66, a 390,200-square-meter mixed-use destination in Hangzhou. Westlake 66 is a sophisticated, lifestyle-driven development comprising a world-class shopping mall, five Grade-A office towers, and Zhejiang Province’s first Mandarin Oriental hotel. As the Company’s 11th project in the Chinese Mainland, it establishes a dynamic new hub of commerce, culture, and community, meticulously designed to deliver a superb spatial experience for the new generation of consumers.
Exterior view of Westlake 66 in Hangzhou
The complex is situated in the heart of the Wulin Central Business District, itself one of the most prosperous in China. With stations accessing three metro lines within easy walking distance, the district also boasts one of Hangzhou’s most valuable foot traffic catchment areas.
Members of Hang Lung’s senior management officiate at the ribbon cutting ceremony of Westlake 66 in Hangzhou (from left to right): Mr. Herman Chui, Senior Director – Office, Hotel & Residence; Mr. Kenneth Chiu, Chief Financial Officer; Mr. Adriel Chan, Chair; Mr. Weber Lo, Chief Executive Officer; Mr. Derek Pang, Senior Director – Mainland Business Operation; Mr. Mikael Jaeraas, Senior Director – Retail and Hong Kong Business Operation
Robust demand for this prime location has resulted in a highly curated retail mix, spanning 105,900 square meters, weighted toward sophisticated lifestyle and experiential brands. The complex features a diverse retail offering, including several luxury brands, fashion & accessories, food & beverage, lifestyle & entertainment, and more. It has already achieved a retail leasing rate of over 90%, approximately a third of which are first-to-market concepts. More stores are scheduled to open in phases, with the opening rate set to build steadily throughout 2026.
Mr. Adriel Chan, Chair of Hang Lung, delivers a speech at the opening ceremony of Westlake 66 in Hangzhou
Westlake 66 also encompasses five Grade-A office towers spanning 95,600 square meters of modern workspace designed for top global and domestic companies. Of these, Office Tower E is already fully leased and in operation. Zhejiang Province’s first Mandarin Oriental hotel is set to open in early 2027, offering 194 luxury rooms and suites, and a set of world-class wellness and dining facilities.
A vibrant lion dance kicks off the opening celebration of Westlake 66 in Hangzhou, symbolizing good fortune and enduring prosperity
Mr. Adriel Chan, Chair of Hang Lung, said,”We are thrilled to celebrate our 66th anniversary alongside the opening of Westlake 66. The project is a testament to Hang Lung’s ‘We Do It Well’ philosophy, demonstrating exceptional design, build, and service quality, and a deep commitment to the Hangzhou and Zhejiang communities. This opening is underpinned by a very strong retail leasing rate, showing the strength of Hangzhou’s retail market, and the broader economy.”
Waves of shoppers fill the Westlake 66 on its opening day
Placemaking Through Commerce, Culture, and Community
The design of Westlake 66 exemplifies our commitment to placemaking. The complex prioritizes community-centric design, weaving commercial, cultural, historical, and natural spaces together, creating an immersive and compelling environment that emphasizes community engagement and wellbeing.
Mandarin Oriental Hangzhou at Westlake 66 is expected to open in early 2027
This philosophy is exemplified by “The Oasis,” a 10,000+ square-meter landscaped urban sanctuary, seamlessly linking the office towers, shopping mall, and hotel within a panoramic corridor that offers an elevated, open-air environment at the heart of the CBD, enhanced by the generous space and lush landscaping.
Mandarin Oriental Hangzhou’s al fresco dining area presents a luxurious dining experience (Artist’s impression)
Westlake 66 also incorporates the city’s rich cultural heritage through the preservation of Song and Yuan dynasty relics, which will be housed in an in-mall exhibition hall. Complementing this effort, the two historic buildings at 5 Yesutang Lane and 1 Jingqingli have been carefully restored and revitalized. These cultural heritage sites will open later in 2026, creating a living connection between this modern space and the ancient community of Hangzhou.
Westlake 66 preserves two historical buildings at 5 Yesutang Lane and 1 Jingqingli
Leading in Sustainable Development
Hang Lung’s commitment to sustainable development is demonstrated at Westlake 66 through renewable energy integration and pioneering material use, including low carbon concrete bricks — a first for commercial developments in Mainland and Hong Kong. The complex has secured and achieved certifications and pre-certifications under multiple global green building standards, including China Green Building Design Label, WELL, LEED, and BREEAM, reflecting a holistic approach to environmental performance and long-term resilience.
Mr. Weber Lo, Chief Executive Officer of Hang Lung, added, “Westlake 66 has been built to be the new ‘Pulse of the City’ for Hangzhou, contributing to the city’s position as an international consumption center. By creating a dynamic, community-centric hub, we aim to enrich the urban fabric of Hangzhou while strengthening the economic environment. With a compelling array of first-to-market brands and unique experiences, we are confident that Westlake 66 will set a new regional benchmark and create lasting value for the Company and the city.”
Looking ahead, to advance the Company’s V.3 strategy, the complex will expand its retail area by 40% and triple its prime street frontage to over 200 meters by partnering with Baida Group, with the new phase slated for handover in 2028, further driving sustainable, long-term growth.
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About Hang Lung Properties
Hang Lung Properties Limited (SEHK stock code: 00101) creates compelling spaces that enrich lives. Headquartered in Hong Kong and Shanghai, the Company manages a portfolio of over 3.5 million square meters of retail, office, residential, and hotel properties across Hong Kong and Chinese Mainland.
The Company’s diverse portfolio in Hong Kong includes office towers and malls in prime districts, as well as luxury residential developments in prestigious areas. In Chinese Mainland, under the signature “66” brand, the Company’s mixed-use and retail developments are regarded as premium landmarks, strategically located in the hearts of key cities of Shanghai, Shenyang, Jinan, Wuxi, Tianjin, Dalian, Kunming, Wuhan, and Hangzhou.
The Company is recognized for pioneering sustainability in the real estate industry, with an MSCI ESG rating of AA and inclusion on CDP “A List” for Climate Change. The Company powers 90% of its operating properties in the Mainland with renewable energy, with a net zero commitment by 2050.
Westlake 66 marks the 11th mixed-use commercial development of Hang Lung Properties in the Chinese Mainland. Strategically situated in the heart of the Wulin Central Business District, the complex spans a total gross floor area of over 390,000 square meters. It features a 100,000-square-meter world-class shopping mall, five Grade-A office towers, and the first Mandarin Oriental hotel in Zhejiang Province. Westlake 66 also incorporates Hangzhou’s cultural heritage through the preservation of Song and Yuan dynasty relics, as well as the two historical buildings at 5 Yesutang Lane and 1 Jingqingli.
As a strategic expansion of Westlake 66, Hang Lung has entered into a 20-year lease agreement with Baida Group to operate the South and North Towers of the Hangzhou Department Store. This partnership will add approximately 42,000 square meters of retail space to Westlake 66 starting in April 2028.
Recognized for its design excellence, Westlake 66 was honored with the Gold Award for “Best New Mega Development” in the MIPIM Asia Awards 2023. The complex is the first commercial development project in Chinese Mainland and Hong Kong to adopt low-carbon concrete bricks in its construction.
KYOTO, Japan, April 28, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — ROHM Co., Ltd. has developed a wireless power supply IC chipset consisting of the receiver (ML7670) and transmitter (ML7671) compatible with Near Field Communication (NFC) technology for compact wearables such as smart rings and smart bands.
The smart ring market has seen rapid growth in recent years. However, for extremely small ring-shaped devices worn on the finger, wired charging is impractical, while the conventional Qi wireless charging standard is difficult to implement due to constraints such as coil size.
In response, NFC-based charging, which operates at the high-frequency 13.56MHz band that enables antenna miniaturization, is attracting increased attention, with adoption accelerating in next-generation wearables.
This new chipset builds on the proven receiver (ML7660) and transmitter (ML7661). The maximum power transfer is specified at 250mW, while peripheral components such as the switching MOSFETs required to supply power to the charging IC are built in. The result is a solution optimized for both mounting area and power transfer efficiency in the power class demanded by compact wearable devices.
The ML7670 power receiver IC achieves a maximum power transfer efficiency of 45% in the 250mW low output range — all in an industry-leading form factor of just 2.28 x 2.56 x 0.48mm. What’s more, all firmware required for wireless power delivery is embedded directly within the IC, eliminating the need for a host MCU.
Compliance with NFC Forum (WLC 2.0) enables power transfer while maintaining compatibility with existing devices, positioning the chipset as a core element in the expanding NFC wireless power ecosystem.
The new chipset is already in mass production. Furthermore, it has been adopted in SOXAI RING 2, the latest model launched on December 10, 2025, by SOXAI Inc., the Japanese developer and distributor of the original sleep-monitoring ring SOXAI RING.
Laos’ air quality rebounds after weeks of hazardous smog, as rainfall clears PM2.5 pollution nationwide. Thatdam Stupa, Vientiane Capital, Laos. 28 April 2026. (Photo: Thongsavanh Souvannasane/The Laotian Times)
Air quality across Laos has improved significantly following weeks of hazardous smog, with recent rainfall helping to clear the PM2.5 pollution that had gripped much of the country since the height of the dry season.
The Ministry of Agriculture and Environment reported on 27 April that most provinces have returned to the “good” level, with AQI readings ranging between 26 and 37, a dramatic turnaround from earlier this month when levels climbed as high as nearly 300, classified as “very unhealthy.”
Overall, AQI nationwide is now under 90, with most areas breathing easier. Only three spots remain in the “moderate” range: Bounnuea district in the northern Phongsaly Province, Pakse City in Champasak Province, and Salavanh district in Salavanh Province in the south.
The weeks-long crisis had been fuelled largely by widespread open burning.
In Vientiane Capital, where AQI posted over 200 at the height of the crisis, fires blazing through the Phou Phanang and Phou Khao Khouay National Protected Areas were identified as key local sources of the haze, with Phou Phanang alone burning through more than 1,400 hectares of forest.
Nationwide, authorities recorded over 16,000 fire hotspots in the first three months of 2026, with daily counts peaking at over 2,200 in mid-April, before gradually declining.
The turning point came with rainfall that swept across the country following the Lao New Year, or Pi Mai Lao. In Vientiane Capital, rain fell for three consecutive days from Sunday, 26 April to today, 28 April, not a heavy downpour, but enough to clear the haze hanging over the city.
Temperatures during Pi Mai Lao peaked at 43 degrees Celsius, according to the Department of Meteorology and Hydrology. As of 28 April, Xayabouly Province recorded the highest temperature at 36 degrees Celsius, with Vientiane Capital and several other provinces sitting at around 33 degrees Celsius.
HEFEI, China, April 28, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Sungrow, a globally leading PV inverter and energy storage system provider, successfully hosted the thirdGlobal Renewable Energy Summit (GRES) 2026 from April 22 to 25. Centered on the theme “Value-Driven, Scenario-Proven“, the event brought together over 500 guests, including global experts and partners, further reinforcing Sungrow’s growing global influence and leadership in renewable energy innovation.
Sungrow Hosts GRES 2026, Showcasing Value-Driven Innovation Across Full Energy Scenarios
Driving Innovation: Addressing the Global Energy Challenge
Throughout the summit, Sungrow unveiled a series of landmark developments, including diversified, scenario-driven solutions for a sustainable energy ecosystem—spanning PV-BESS integration, mining microgrids, EV charging, and PV-BESS-hydrogen applications—alongside multiple technological breakthroughs, new whitepapers, and real-world testing and case studies.
“We believe a premium energy solution requires multi-energy integration for low-cost power, systematic grid-forming technologies for power stability, and customized designs to adapt to different scenario needs,” said Jack Gu, Vice Chairman of Sungrow. “We deliver low-cost green power through deep PV and storage integration. ‘From every ray, to every watt, for every return‘ — this is how we maximize value across the entire energy chain.“
PowerMatrix: Redefining Power System for the Renewable Era
During the summit, Sungrow introduced PowerMatrix, a new system paradigm for renewable energy systems. Built on five core innovations—multi-port topology, native PV-storage integration, distributed control, reconfigurable energy paths, and source-level grid-forming—it integrates PV, storage, grid, and loads into a unified, multi-node energy network, where energy can be dynamically routed, balanced, and optimized in real time. As a result, this system-level redesign reshapes system stability, cost, and efficiency across the entire power chain. Sungrow also unveiled the Matrix Inverter, the core product enabling the PowerMatrix system.
A key highlight was the introduction of PowerTitan 3.0, Sungrow’s next-generation utility-scale energy storage system. Engineered for high profitability, enhanced safety, and robust grid-forming capabilities, the system integrates 600+ Ah stacked battery cells with a fully liquid-cooled SiC PCS, achieving a round-trip efficiency (RTE) of up to 92%. Featuring an AC block design that supports factory pre-installation and pre-commissioning, the system also enables self-configuration and self-check within one hour—enabling a 1 GWh project to be deployed in just 12 days.
Customized Designs for Full-Scenario Applications
Sungrow delivers scenario-driven solutions across key industries by aligning system design with specific operational needs.
AIDC Scenario
During the summit, Sungrow released the AI Data Center Full-chain Power Supply Solution White Paper, outlining key trends, challenges, and the evolution of power supply technologies for AI data centers. The paper presents a grid-to-chip solution based on the “Green–Gray–White” three-space architecture, designed to support MW-level racks and GW-scale clusters while enhancing safety, stability, and low-carbon performance. In addition, Sungrow will also launch a new generation of high-efficiency Solid-State Transformer this year.
Mining Microgrid Scenario
Sungrow jointly released a white paper on mining microgrid power solutions with TÜV Rheinland and China Electrotechnical Society. The whitepaper presents a proprietary full-stack mining microgrid solution designed for a wide range of applications—from medium-scale systems (2.5MW–20MW) and large-scale projects (20MW–100MW) to multi-microgrid clusters above 100MW—supported. Built on a fully self-developed, tightly integrated system architecture spanning PV, wind, storage, charging, and integrated energy management systems, the solution enables coordinated assets control and optimized system performance in complex and remote environments.
Green Hydrogen Scenario
Sungrow Hydrogen has showcased its cutting-edge green hydrogen technologies, focusing on wind-solar off-grid hydrogen production and modular turnkey solutions. Its upgraded PV-storage-hydrogen off-grid test platform has passed long-term tests, overcoming multiple core technical challenges. The company’s off-grid hydrogen production solution has already successfully been deployed in Europe, contributing to the advancement of the hydrogen economy.
Proven Performance Through Extreme Test
To address grid complexity and instability, Sungrow has developed comprehensive grid-forming (GFM) capabilities across solar, wind, and energy storage systems. At GRES 2026, Sungrow announced the successful completion of the world’s first large-scale full-condition grid-forming extreme test. The testing covered 14 scenarios over 138 hours and was independently witnessed and verified by TÜV Rheinland. The testing aligns with grid codes and requirements across major global markets, addressing growing challenges related to grid stability and high renewable penetration worldwide.
In the C&I segment, Sungrow unveiled its full-scenario ecosystem, with the PowerKeeper, PowerStack, and PowerTitan series forming a comprehensive portfolio, and introduced that the PowerKeeper series successfully passed seven extreme challenge tests—making it the industry’s first modular C&I ESS validated under such comprehensive conditions. These tests span the entire lifecycle and a wide range of real-world scenarios, covering environmental resilience, structural integrity, and intrinsic safety. The PowerKeeper series “0 Waste, 0 Outage, 7 Ups” is designed to address pain points across the entire energy storage lifecycle—from design and installation to commissioning and maintenance.
Global Momentum and Continued Growth
Witnessed by a global audience, Sungrow signed strategic project agreements with premier partners，securing over 11 GWh in new orders. These landmark projects not only strengthen Sungrow’s fast-growing global footprint, but also highlight its deepening strategic alignment with industry-leading partners.
Building on its strong global footprint and proven track record in innovation, Sungrow—recognized as a Tier 1 PV inverter supplier—achieved 143 GW of inverter shipments and 43 GWh of energy storage deliveries in 2025. Moving forward, the company remains committed to delivering value-driven, scenario-proven solutions that empower industries worldwide and accelerate the transition toward a sustainable energy future.
About Sungrow
Sungrow, a global leader in renewable energy technology, has pioneered sustainable power solutions for over 29 years. As of Dec 2025, Sungrow has installed over 1000 GW of power electronic converters worldwide. The company is recognized as the world’s most bankable PV inverter and energy storage company (BloombergNEF). Its innovations power clean energy projects across the globe, supported by a network of 520 service outlets guaranteeing excellent customer experiences. At Sungrow, we’re committed to bridging to a sustainable future through cutting-edge technology and unparalleled service. For more information, please visit: www.sungrowpower.com/en
Major exercise completed with the Hong Kong Police Force, INTERPOL, and Agencies and Forces from Macau SAR, Singapore and South Korea
HONG KONG and SINGAPORE, April 28, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — ThreatBook played a mission-critical role in Hong Kong’s recent Counter Cyber and Physical Terrorism Joint Exercise 2026, staged on 16 April. The exercise, codenamed “STEALTHNET”, was organised by the Hong Kong Police Force (HKPF) in collaboration with INTERPOL, and police forces and agencies from other jurisdictions, to enhance counter-terrorism preparedness across various sectors, and strengthen preparedness for terrorist activities and large-scale international attacks.
Participating overseas public sector bodies included the Macao Judiciary Police, the Singapore Police Force, the Cyber Security Agency of Singapore, and the Korean National Police Agency.
As a key partner of the HKPF’s Cyber Security and Technology Crime Bureau (CSTCB), the region’s cybersecurity special operations unit, ThreatBook proudly served as the sole cybersecurity provider for this exercise. The company provided comprehensive technical support and intelligence analysis services throughout the event, collaborating with the various law enforcement agencies and infrastructure operators to jointly strengthen cross-border counter-terrorism security defenses.
ThreatBook information security analysts during the exercise
The large-scale simulation brought together more than 380 participants, including representatives from the Hong Kong Monetary Authority and several banks. Hong Kong’s Police Commissioner, Joe Chow Yat-ming, attended and oversaw the exercise, providing guidance.
The event focused on the increasingly complex global hybrid terrorist threats, simulating a variety of realistic emergency scenarios to comprehensively test the collaborative response capabilities of all parties. The exercise remained closely aligned with core cross-border counter-terrorism requirements throughout. It simulated scenarios involving the financing of terrorist activities and simultaneous attacks by cross-border terrorist organizations on financial institutions, the aviation industry, and healthcare systems across the four jurisdictions of Hong Kong SAR, Macau SAR, Singapore and South Korea.
The exercise also simulated high-risk situations such as the placement of explosive devices at large-scale event venues and drone-induced disruptions. The exercise tested the participating units’ capabilities in intelligence sharing, rapid response, joint handling, and coordinated operations under high-pressure conditions — further strengthening the cooperative ties between law enforcement agencies and critical infrastructure operators in participating jurisdictions.
The Hong Kong Police Force, in collaboration with INTERPOL, and police forces and cybersecurity agencies from other jurisdictions
As a leading player in Asia’s cybersecurity sector, ThreatBook leveraged its extensive threat intelligence resources and professional technical expertise to play a mission-critical role throughout the entire exercise. ThreatBook’s teams in Hong Kong SAR, Macau SAR and Singapore each executed their responsibilities unhindered while coordinating and collaborating closely. The different teams conducted precise cyber threat intelligence analysis, and provided technical guidance and recommendations on critical aspects such as malware attack techniques and threat dissection, thereby assisting local police forces in efficiently identifying and addressing cyber threats.
The ThreatBook Team with The Hong Kong Police Force Representatives
“With the rapid proliferation of digitalization globally, the convergence of cyberattacks and terrorist activities has become increasingly evident. Cross-border threats know no boundaries, and defense efforts likewise require cross-border coordination. ThreatBook’s invitation to participate in this exercise not only reflects the high recognition of its technical capabilities by the HKPF and various partner organizations; but also serves as a concrete manifestation of its commitment to its mission of safeguarding digital security,” said Mr. Chase Li, Co-founder and Managing Director of International Business at ThreatBook.
The company’s participation further demonstrates its robust capabilities in protecting critical information infrastructure and responding swiftly to cross-border threats. Previously, ThreatBook was appointed as a member of the HKPF’s Cyber Security Action Task Force (CSATF) and has repeatedly provided support and assistance for regional cybersecurity efforts.
Looking ahead, ThreatBook will continue to deepen its expertise in the cybersecurity field, focusing on the security needs of the Hong Kong and Macau regions. The company will strengthen its close collaboration with law enforcement agencies and industry partners in Hong Kong and Macau regions.
By continuously optimising threat intelligence and security defense technologies, ThreatBook aims to empower security through technology and counter threats through collaboration. In doing so, the company will not only play a pivotal role in maintaining the security, stability, public order, and healthy development of the digital economy in the Hong Kong and Macau regions — it will also continue to provide professional cybersecurity support to Singapore and beyond, safeguarding the security of the global digital space.
About ThreatBook
ThreatBook is a global cybersecurity company specializing in advanced threat intelligence, detection, and response. Founded in 2015, ThreatBook equips enterprises, governments, and service providers with the clarity and context needed to defend against evolving digital risks.
By combining artificial intelligence with deep threat intelligence, ThreatBook delivers real-time visibility, hyper-accurate detections, and early-warning insights against nation-state actors, cybercriminal groups, and emerging attack campaigns. With unique vantage points from across the Asia Pacific region and beyond, ThreatBook provides intelligence coverage that bridges Eastern and Western threat landscapes, offering an unmatched perspective for global defenders.
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DeepSights Personas’ new Persona Builder and Synthetic Panel capabilities transform how quickly insights, innovation, and marketing teams can deepen audience understanding with the latest data to make faster, evidence-based decisions
BERLIN, April 28, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Market Logic Software, a leader in AI-powered market intelligence and insights, today launched major new capabilities in DeepSights Personas, enabling enterprises to run rapid, forward-looking audience intelligence at scale without sacrificing research rigor. The new Persona Builder and Synthetic Panel features empower business teams to create highly specific, data-backed synthetic personas on the fly and run quantitative validation at scale.
Market Logic extends DeepSights Personas with synthetic panels and flexible persona generation to redefine audience research at scale.
Enterprise insights, product, and marketing teams face an ongoing challenge with the slow and costly process of running audience research that is static and soon outdated. By connecting the generation of virtual personas directly to a company’s proprietary knowledge base, the DeepSights Persona Builder makes it simple to refresh personas with the most relevant and current data it has. This ensures consistently high-quality synthetic feedback that is completely grounded in trusted data and adapts in real time to new information.
The introduction of an AI interviewer agent allows time-pressed teams to run in-depth research with chosen personas and uncover new insights across audience segments.
With the DeepSights Synthetic Panel, companies can run quantitative research on new concepts in hours rather than days then refine further before committing resources to real-world customer validation. AI agents create an on-demand panel based on defined audience attributes, run surveys across specified questions, capture both scores and underlying reasoning, apply research-grade statistical analysis, and deliver a clear summary of implications.
“To be a market leader today means moving faster than your competitors to anticipate consumers. Act too slowly and you miss the market opportunity. Act in haste on guesswork and you risk wasting millions in budget. Today’s DeepSights Personas announcement helps enterprises overcome this dilemma. It empowers them with special-purpose AI, to make robust, evidence-backed decisions on launching campaigns and products that will resonate with their consumers,” said Olaf Lenzmann, Chief Product and Innovation Officer, at Market Logic Software.
A new model for audience intelligence
DeepSights Personas address a wide spectrum of high-impact use cases, including:
Rapidly screening product concepts and claims across regions
Exploring hard-to-reach or emerging audience segments
Stress-testing campaign messaging early in development
Inspiring innovation through deep persona-led exploration
DeepSights Personas can be deployed as a standalone solution or fully integrated into a comprehensive active intelligence system powered by Market Logic’s unique AI intelligence engine, DeepSights. Unlike passive knowledge repositories, DeepSights continuously uncovers findings from across data sources, detects market signals, and triggers alerts to connect intelligence to business workflows proactively.
About Market Logic
Market Logic is the leading provider of market intelligence and insights solutions. By using DeepSights, our special purpose AI for insights technology, expert teams equip business decisions makers across their enterprise with trusted insights at scale and speed. For more than 15 years, we’ve helped hundreds of consumer-focused brands across the globe transform into insights-driven businesses. Market leaders such as Unilever, Vodafone, Bayer, and Philips are driving innovation and making smarter market moves with the support of Market Logic. Find out more at https://marketlogicsoftware.com/
The Bhutan International Travel Mart (BITM) will be held for the first time in Bhutan from 11th to 13th June 2026 at Zhichenkhar, Thimphu. The BITM website, a central information hub for buyers, exhibitors, and the general public was launched.
THIMPHU, Bhutan, April 28, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — The Bhutan International Travel Mart (BITM) is a landmark initiative strategically designed to elevate Bhutan’s status and standing on the global stage, positioning the Kingdom as a premier, high-value destination.
It is a calculated investment in our national prosperity, serving as a dynamic engine that converts global interest into tangible local prosperity. By bringing the world’s most influential international buyers to our doorstep, we are unlocking a new frontier of business that ensures the economic dividends of tourism are captured within our borders. This is our platform to transform high-yield partnerships into direct revenue for our communities, better jobs for our youth, and a resilient economy that thrives on value rather than volume.”
BITM 2026 will accord special attention to the Gelephu Mindfulness City (GMC), as we unveil its visionary potential to the global travel trade. By bringing GMC to the forefront for our international partners, we are inviting the world to witness the next chapter of the Bhutanese story.
Jointly organized by the Department of Tourism, Ministry of Industry, Commerce and Employment, and the Association of Bhutanese Tour Operators (ABTO), this inaugural event marks a historic milestone in the nation’s tourism journey. By fostering elite global partnerships and showcasing our unique cultural heritage, BITM serves as the definitive platform to project Bhutan’s visionary ‘High Value, Low Volume’ tourism brand to the world.”
Designed to strengthen Bhutan’s global tourism engagement, BITM aims to facilitate meaningful B2B interactions, foster long-term partnerships, and showcase Bhutan’s unique tourism offerings rooted in regenerative, sustainability, authenticity, and high-value experiences. Over three extraordinary days in Thimphu from 11 – 13 June, 2026, Bhutan will open its doors to the world’s travel industry by connecting with the Bhutanese counterparts.
BITM will be an annual event, a flagship platform that will shape the future of Bhutan’s tourism engagement with the world here in Bhutan. Images available here.
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