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Dongfeng Liuzhou Motor’s 10th “67 Brand Customer Day” Advancing New Pathways for Global Growth

LIUZHOU, China, June 7, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — On June 7, Dongfeng Liuzhou Motor (DFLZM) hosted its 10th “67 Brand Customer Day” in Liuzhou. More than 700 participants, including government and corporate leaders, global partners, customer representatives, and media guests, attended the event. The event was livestreamed by over 100 media platforms, including CCTV Finance, and jointly covered by 870 domestic and international media outlets.

Entering the new development cycle of China’s 15th Five-Year Plan, DFLZM will continue to implement its “Dual Engine Plan”, targeting overseas sales of 155,000 vehicles by 2030 and accelerating its goal of “building another DFLZM overseas.” To strengthen its global footprint, Dongfeng Forthing plans to add nine overseas smart manufacturing bases, 300 sales outlets, and 300 service outlets by 2030. This will shorten service coverage distances, enhance localized production and services, and drive the brand’s transformation from “going global” to “deeply rooted and sustainably growing overseas.”


At the event, Dongfeng Motor Group unveiled its next-generation T1 New Energy Commercial Vehicle Platform. As the industry’s first fourth-generation 1,000V integrated hydrogen-electric platform developed through a scenario-driven approach, it supports multiple technology routes, including hydrogen fuel, hybrid hydrogen-electric, and battery-electric solutions. The platform is regarded as a “Chinese solution” for commercial vehicle electrification. Based on the T1 platform, DFLZM launched two new models: the Chenglong Yiwei 5 Super Edition and the Chenglong H7 PRO Hydrogen Edition, further expanding the Chenglong new-energy product portfolio.

The 2027 Forthing V9 also made its debut. Focusing on four key areas—comfort, intelligence, spaciousness, and safety—the vehicle features more than 20 upgrades, delivering a premium new-energy MPV experience. The Forthing V9 Camping Edition was showcased alongside it, creating a new market segment with its differentiated positioning. Designed for urban commuting, long-distance travel, and outdoor camping, it offers true multi-scenario versatility. Several popular overseas Forthing models were also displayed, attracting strong interest and recognition from customers.


DFLZM officially launched the “Her Haven” Women Truck Driver Care Program, establishing a four-dimensional support system to empower female truck drivers in the freight transport industry. Meanwhile, the company continues to support overseas vocational education and public welfare initiatives by operating the Luban Workshop project in Laos, providing employment opportunities for many outstanding students.


A Global Customer Recognition Ceremony was also held during the event, where three major awards were presented. Through user co-creation and deeper collaboration between government and enterprise partners, the ceremony highlighted the spirit of mutual success and partnership.

Driven by forward-looking technological innovation, market-oriented implementation, industrial upgrading, and social responsibility, the 10th “67 Brand Customer Day” showcased DFLZM’s transformation achievements. Rooted in Liuzhou and looking to the world, the company will continue to work closely with customers and partners worldwide to advance collaborative growth and embark on a new chapter of globalization.

Bybit Launches IPO Express, Becoming One of First Centralized Crypto Exchanges to Offer Tokenized IPO Access, Starting With SpaceX

DUBAI, UAE, June 7, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Bybit, the world’s second-largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume, today announced the launch of Bybit IPO Express, becoming one of the first centralized crypto exchanges globally to offer tokenized IPO (initial public offerings) at the offering price. Powered by Payward Services‘ xStocks, eligible retail investors worldwide can now participate in blockbuster IPO projects by subscribing to tokenized representations of publicly traded equities, starting with SpaceX as the inaugural offering.

The launch marks a fundamental step in the convergence of traditional capital markets and crypto-native infrastructure, as exchanges increasingly compete to expand beyond digital asset trading into broader financial services. Bybit’s IPO Express is designed to provide users with streamlined access to primary market opportunities that have historically been concentrated among institutional investors, private banking clients, and select brokerage networks.

Dissolving the IPO Access Gap

Participation in high-profile IPOs has traditionally been limited by geography, brokerage relationships, allocation requirements, and institutional demand dynamics. Retail investors in many regions often gain access only after public listing, when early allocations and price discovery have already taken place.

By bringing broader investor interest, liquidity, and the underlying assets onchain, compliant tokenization solutions by xStocks enable IPO access at scale for millions of investors worldwide through global platforms like Bybit. xStocks’s tokenized IPO access complements its popular tokenized equities offerings which cover listed shares trading on secondary markets. Through xStocks’ regulated blockchain-agnostic framework built for onchain interoperability, holders of tokenized listed stocks can access extended trading hours, DeFi composability and flexibility, and crypto-native settlement.

For Bybit customers, it is the first time cryptocurrency exchange users can purchase shares at IPO pricing outside of the competitive secondary market. No longer bound by geographic limitations, without the hassle of traditional brokerage account opening and maintenance, eligible users can participate in IPO subscriptions directly through their Bybit account without opening traditional brokerage accounts or navigating fragmented cross-border financial infrastructure.

SpaceX (SPCX) IPO Offering Timeline on Bybit IPO Express

SpaceX will be the first major IPO available for eligible users through the Bybit IPO Express framework. The timeline is as follows for eligible Bybit users:

  • Registration Period (June 7 to 11, 2026): Prior to the IPO, eligible users may indicate their non-binding interests by registering on Bybit IPO Express and review SpaceX’s offering details.
  • Subscription Window (June 7 to 11, 2026): Eligible users can submit subscription requests within the announced IPO price range. Funds are committed until allocation.
  • Allocation (June 11 to 12, 2026): SpaceX token will be distributed to Bybit users’ accounts, and allocations are calculated pro-rata to total subscription demand. Unused funds will be refunded automatically.
  • Bybit Spot Listing (June 12, 2026): Tokenized SpaceX shares become available for trading on Bybit Spot.

“Bybit has always pushed the boundaries of what a financial platform can offer, and being one of the first two centralized exchanges to bring compliant tokenized SpaceX IPO access at the offering price is exactly the kind of milestone that defines our next chapter,” said Emily Bao, Head of Spot at Bybit.

“For decades, the most exciting moments in capital markets were reserved for institutions and the well-connected investors. Through our partnership with xStocks, Bybit customers around the world can now invest directly in US-listed IPOs alongside their crypto assets, on equal footing with institutional investors. This is what building a New Financial Platform means: bridging the best of traditional finance and crypto into one seamless experience, genuinely accessible to everyone.”

The product launch also reflects the broader momentum behind tokenized real-world assets (RWAs), a sector increasingly viewed by both crypto-native firms and traditional financial institutions as a long-term growth area for blockchain adoption.

About SpaceX IPO and xStocks IPO Access

The xStocks IPO framework maintains institutional-grade compliance standards. On the public listing day, allocations are finalized and IPO shares are tokenized, backed 1:1 by real equity held in regulated broker-dealer custody.

For details of participation rules, eligibility requirements, detailed timelines and subscription limits, users may visit: Introducing SpaceX – The First IPO on Bybit IPO Express

IPO-related assets may experience significant price volatility after listing. Users should carefully assess all associated risks before participating. Listings may also be adjusted, delayed, or canceled due to market or regulatory conditions.

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About Bybit

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

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Indonesian Firms Confront 18.9% Cost Surge as APAC Supply Chains Pivot to AI and Predictability

JAKARTA, Indonesia, June 7, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Indonesian retail and logistics sectors are aggressively restructuring supply chains following a major report revealing an 18.9% surge in delivery costs and a two-to-one consumer preference for predictability over speed. Released at Bangkok’s Last Mile Leaders Asia Summit, FarEye’s APAC Report 2026 highlights Indonesia’s massive footprint in regional logistics transformation, standing as the single largest market surveyed at 22% of the study.

From Left to Right: Orisi Seruitanoa, Board Director, Fiji post; Zuke Kot, CFO, Post PNG; Gautam Kumar, Co-Founder and COO, FarEye; Dr Vinaya Prakash Singh, Secretary General, APPU; Kushal Nahata, Co-Founder & CEO, FarEye; Suryansh Jalan, Chief Business Officer, FarEye; Sanjay Sharan, Advisor; Apichart Ountaphan, Vice President, Thailand Post; Sandeep, APPU
From Left to Right: Orisi Seruitanoa, Board Director, Fiji post; Zuke Kot, CFO, Post PNG; Gautam Kumar, Co-Founder and COO, FarEye; Dr Vinaya Prakash Singh, Secretary General, APPU; Kushal Nahata, Co-Founder & CEO, FarEye; Suryansh Jalan, Chief Business Officer, FarEye; Sanjay Sharan, Advisor; Apichart Ountaphan, Vice President, Thailand Post; Sandeep, APPU

The findings signal a critical turning point for local businesses managing complex distribution networks across the world’s largest archipelagic market. To combat compressed margins and rising transportation costs, regional enterprises are rapidly shifting operational strategies. The report found that 48% of surveyed organizations plan to mitigate costs by increasing their reliance on outsourced delivery providers. Furthermore, traditional logistical workflows are giving way to automated networks, with 98.3% of respondents now placing full trust in AI-enabled decision-making for routing and fleet management.

“Getting good data is more important than jumping straight to AI. If your data is not clean, AI will not help you. Operational compliance comes first, and that is the stage most of us are still at,” said Abdul Aziz, General Manager Supply Chain Strategy & Excellence, Matahari (Hypermart), during a summit panel.

With Indonesia representing the core demographic of the study, local heavyweights including Matahari (Hypermart), PT Charoen Pokphand Indonesia, and Enesis spearheaded discussions on supply chain resilience. The summit also hosted the EDGE Impact Awards to honor regional pioneers driving this operational excellence. Winners included FAST Logistics and Hawk Logistics for Emerging Disruptor of the Year; Pos Malaysia and Universal Robina Corporation for Logistics Transformation Pioneer; AC Logistics as Cost Optimisation Champion; JB Hi-Fi Group for AI-Powered Delivery Transformation Leader of the Year; and Abenson and QuadX for Last Mile Network Excellence.

“The next frontier is not speed, it is reliability, intelligence, and cost clarity. Operators who crack convergence first will define the category,” noted FarEye CEO and Co-Founder Kushal Nahata.

Connect with Last Mile Leaders (https://lastmileleaders.com/) and explore FarEye (https://fareye.com/) to master your delivery operations.

Thai Enterprises Face 18.9% Delivery Cost Surge as APAC Supply Chains Shift to AI and Reliability

BANGKOK, June 7, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Thailand’s retail and logistics sectors are urgently overhauling supply chains following a major report revealing an 18.9% surge in delivery costs and a two-to-one consumer preference for predictability over speed. Released at Bangkok’s Last Mile Leaders Asia Summit, FarEye’s APAC Report 2026 highlights Thailand’s growing footprint in regional logistics transformation, with local firms making up 11% of the study.

The findings signal a critical turning point for businesses battling compressed margins. To maintain competitiveness, Thai and APAC enterprises are aggressively pivoting operations. The report found that 48% of surveyed organizations plan to mitigate costs by increasing reliance on outsourced delivery providers. Furthermore, traditional logistical workflows are rapidly giving way to automation, with an overwhelming 98.3% of respondents now placing full trust in AI-enabled decision-making for routing and fleet management.

“Cost and speed are the main ballgame in retail logistics. The companies that win at the last mile in the next five years will be the ones deeply invested in AI-driven technology solutions, that is where the winners will be,” said Mogana Dass Letchumanan, Senior Manager Warehouse & Distribution, MR DIY, reflecting on the report’s findings at Last Mile Leaders Asia in Bangkok.

The summit brought together Thailand’s market heavyweights including Thailand Post, BJC Big C, CPALL, Gosoft, Electrolux Thailand, CEVA Logistics, Jagota, SMDP, Thai Optical Group, Asia Pacific Postal Union, and Aje Group to align on cross-border supply chain strategies.

The event also hosted the EDGE Impact Awards to honor regional pioneers driving operational excellence. Winners included FAST Logistics and Hawk Logistics for Emerging Disruptor of the Year; Pos Malaysia and Universal Robina Corporation for Logistics Transformation Pioneer; AC Logistics as Cost Optimisation Champion; JB Hi-Fi Group for AI-Powered Delivery Transformation Leader; and Abenson and QuadX for Last Mile Network Excellence.

“The organizations that will lead the next phase of logistics are those building orchestrated delivery networks capable of making smarter decisions in real time,” noted FarEye CEO Kushal Nahata.

Connect with Last Mile Leaders (https://lastmileleaders.com/) and explore FarEye (https://fareye.com/) to master your delivery operations.

TPlus 5G Roadshow Puts Next-Generation Connectivity on Display in Vientiane

TPlus showcased its 5G network in Vientiane through an interactive roadshow, highlighting connectivity, digital services, entertainment, and innovation. (Photo supplies)

TPlus recently hosted its “TPlus 5G Roadshow” across several key locations in Vientiane, giving the public a chance to experience the company’s latest 5G technology, digital services, and internet packages firsthand.

The event drew strong interest from residents, students, and telecommunications users, who got to see the speed, reliability, and seamless connectivity of the TPlus 5G network up close. Beyond the technology showcases, the roadshow also featured a range of entertainment activities, interactive games, prize giveaways, and exclusive souvenirs, creating an engaging experience for all attendees.

As 5G continues to play a key role in driving digital transformation and economic development in Laos, telecommunications providers are expanding their networks to meet growing demand for data and digital communication. 

Laos has been steadily rolling out 5G services in Vientiane and other strategic areas, supporting the country’s broader shift toward a more connected and digitally inclusive society.

The roadshow underscores TPlus’s commitment to bringing cutting-edge connectivity directly to customers and communities across the country.

Fox ESS Unveils Dynamic Energy Ecosystem Alongside Its First Rebrand Area at SNEC 2026

SHANGHAI, June 6, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Fox ESS, a global leader in renewable energy solutions, successfully concluded SNEC 2026 following the official launch of its refreshed brand identity. Across the three-day event, Fox ESS showcased a full-scale product portfolio, including residential and commercial & industrial (C&I) energy storage systems, EV chargers, and heat pumps, while highlighting key technology upgrades and unveiling its latest solutions.

For the first time at SNEC, Fox ESS introduced its dedicated rebrand area, a new on-site experience designed to elevate brand engagement and strengthen community interaction. The brand mascot, “Maimai,” was also actively engaging with visitors around the rebrand area, adding a more emotional and community-driven touch to the brand presence.

Revealing the Next-Gen All-in-One Residential Storage System

At the exhibition, Michael Zhu, CEO of Fox ESS, and Jerome Py, Vice President of Product Line Industrial Chips & Discretes at Infineon Technologies, jointly revealed the company’s latest all-in-one residential energy storage system, PQ3-Ultra.

Built on advanced device technologies and engineering optimization, PQ3-Ultra is the first to adopt Infineon’s SMD full-SiC solutions and Q-DPAK packaged SiC devices. By combining ultra-low parasitic inductance with refined circuit design, the system achieves a 70% reduction in switching losses, delivering high-efficiency performance, including 98.78% PV grid-tied efficiency and 98.47% battery charge/discharge efficiency, supported by industry-leading end-to-end efficiency.

Global Certifications and Industry Recognition

During the event, Fox ESS received multiple recognitions from international industry organizations, reinforcing the company’s technological credibility and product compliance:

  • PQ3-Ultra: VDE 4105:2026 certificates from TÜV Rheinland
  • commercial hybrid inverter H3 PLUS: CE-RED certification from DEKRA
  • high-performance battery storage system CQ7: IEC 62619 certificates from TÜV NORD
  • EUPD Research named Fox ESS Top Brand PV Pakistan
  • Sunwiz awarded Fox ESS Best Solar Company 2026 and recognized it as No.1 in the UK for energy storage system shipment volume

Product Highlights Across Residential and C&I Scenarios

For residential applications, the P100 all-in-one unit delivers outstanding backup capability with a 200% overload design. It integrates inverter and charging functions into a streamlined, high-performance architecture, ensuring a clean aesthetic design as well as a one-step installation experience.

The H3 PLUS inverter features 8 MPPT channels and 3 independent battery ports, supporting 2× overcapacity operation.

In the commercial and industrial segment, the G-MAX PLUS series stands out with over 8,000 cycles of lifetime performance, enabling long-term, high-load operation with consistent reliability. Equipped with an intelligent BMS and a high-performance PCS system, it delivers precise optimization for key use cases including peak shaving and valley filling, as well as emergency standby power. Fox ESS also hosted an on-site technical briefing to engage with industry peers and share insights behind the product design.

The CQ7 energy storage series supports flexible expansion while meeting mainstream international standards across cell safety, system protection, and BMS functional safety.

During the exhibition, Fox ESS also signed agreements with multiple partners on-site, building new momentum for future cooperation.

Ahead of SNEC opening, Fox ESS successfully held its Phase II factory opening ceremony. The new phase emphasizes intelligent, green, and standardized manufacturing, significantly improving production capacity and delivery efficiency, providing stronger support for the company’s accelerated global expansion.

Moving forward, Fox ESS will continue deepening energy storage innovation, leveraging its new brand momentum, expanded product matrix, and smart manufacturing capabilities to support the world’s transition to cleaner, greener, low-carbon energy.

Search Suspended for Two Missing Villagers in Xaysomboun Cave

Xaysomboun Cave Rescue Suspended. (Photo: MTK Command & Control Center)

Rescue teams have suspended operations inside a semi-flooded cave in Xaysomboun after part of the entrance showed signs of collapse, raising serious safety concerns. Two villagers remain missing after flash floods trapped seven men inside the cave on 20 May.

Teams successfully rescued five of the men by 30 May, guided through submerged passages and aided by water pumping operations. The remaining two villagers entered the cave separately and have not been located despite intensive searches. Authorities and international specialists continued managing water flow and monitoring the surrounding terrain to reduce risk and improve conditions for any potential rescue for over 10 days.

The mission faced extreme challenges, including narrow passages, low oxygen levels, rising water, and unstable rock formations. Rescue crews worked under difficult conditions, with vertical clearances reduced to around 30 centimeters in flooded sections on 5 June.

Rescue teams from Laos and Thailand, including foreign divers who took part in Thailand’s 2018 Tham Luang cave rescue, spent days pumping water from the flooded cave and delivering food, medicine and supplies to the five villagers found alive on 29 May.

Efforts were repeatedly hampered by heavy rain, rising water levels and unstable conditions inside the cave. The five men were eventually rescued, but efforts to locate the remaining two villagers continued for another week before being suspended.

Global Rise in Delayed Childbearing and Infertility Drives Demand for Cross-Border Fertility Care

Asian Case Studies Highlight How Regulation, Cost, and Access Are Shaping International Family Choices

TAIPEI, June 6, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Delayed marriage, postponed childbearing, and infertility continue to draw global attention as more individuals and couples seek reproductive care beyond their home countries. As the average age of parenthood rises, differences in regulations, treatment costs, and access across markets have made cross-border fertility care a highly specialized segment of the international medical landscape.

According to data from more than 2,300 cross-border patient families treated at TFC Taipei Fertility Center, patients aged 35 to 40 represent the largest group, while those over 40 account for nearly 30%, underscoring advanced maternal age and delayed parenthood as major drivers of fertility travel.

For couples facing fertility challenges, selecting a treatment destination involves more than success rates. Clinical experience, laboratory quality, regulatory conditions, pricing transparency, language support, treatment scheduling, and follow-up care all play a role in decision-making.

Taiwan has emerged as a preferred destination for fertility patients from Asia, Europe, and North America, supported by a mature regulatory framework, extensive clinical expertise, high medical standards, and comparatively affordable costs. As a result, the number of international patients seeking fertility care in Taiwan continues to increase each year.

Since its founding in 2020, TFC has supported families from five continents and more than 50 countries and regions. IVF remains the most common treatment, followed by egg freezing, intrauterine insemination, and egg donation. Patients from Japan and France are often affected by domestic regulatory restrictions and advanced maternal age, while patients from Singapore, Malaysia, Hong Kong, and Macau often value cost-effectiveness and efficient treatment planning. Patients from the U.S., U.K., and South Korea frequently seek care for repeated implantation failure or diminished ovarian reserve.

Dr. Chii-Ruey Tzeng, founder of Taipei Fertility Center, said Taiwan’s reproductive medicine expertise, combined with support that helps international patients overcome language and system barriers, enables comprehensive evaluation, personalized treatment, and ongoing follow-up within a limited stay.

By integrating AI-based assessment with precision medicine, TFC has established a one-stop patient management model that includes remote consultation, treatment planning, multilingual communication, and post-treatment follow-up.

About TFC Taipei Fertility Center

a Taiwan-based medical institution specializing in reproductive medicine, embryology, and international healthcare services. It provides infertility evaluation, IVF treatment, egg freezing, fertility preservation, advanced embryology services, and personalized reproductive care.

Asian Case Studies Highlight How Regulation, Cost, and Access Are Shaping International Family Choices - Taiwan has emerged as a preferred destination for fertility patients
Asian Case Studies Highlight How Regulation, Cost, and Access Are Shaping International Family Choices – Taiwan has emerged as a preferred destination for fertility patients