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Klein Vision unveils production prototype of the AirCar

The AirCar will be the world’s first mass-produced flying car.

BEVERLY HILLS, Calif., May 8, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Klein Vision, the Slovakia-based developer of the world’s first certified flying car, the AirCar, has unveiled its production prototype at the 2025 Living Legends of Aviation Gala Dinner in Beverly Hills. The production prototype builds on years of rigorous testing and technical refinement and is designed for commercial scalability.

AirCar prototype
AirCar prototype

AirCar inventor and designer Stefan Klein unveiled the production prototype to a crowd of industry leaders at the gala where Klein was honored with the Special Recognition Award for Engineering Excellence. The award celebrates his contribution to aviation innovation and his groundbreaking achievements in the emerging field of personal air mobility. The production prototype was brought to life in a powerful short documentary that traced his 35-year journey across five generations of flying car innovation — a story of dreams taking flight.

The Living Legends of Aviation is an exclusive group composed of industry leaders, aviation pioneers, record-breakers, astronauts, entrepreneurs, and innovators who have made extraordinary contributions to aviation and aerospace. The organization honors individuals whose achievements have significantly advanced flight, exploration, and personal air mobility. This year’s gala was hosted by John Travolta and Morgan Freeman as Masters of Ceremonies, with distinguished guests including legendary astronaut Buzz Aldrin and Prince Harry, who took part in a special ceremony honoring pilot firefighters for their heroic efforts in battling the recent Los Angeles wildfires.

The AirCar, which already holds a Certificate of Airworthiness, has successfully completed over 170 flight hours and more than 500 takeoffs and landings. This revolutionary vehicle is capable of automatic transformation from car to aircraft in less than two minutes, blending advanced aerodynamics, composite structures, and a new 280-horsepower engine.

“Receiving this recognition from the Living Legends of Aviation is a tremendous honor and a humbling milestone,” said Stefan Klein, founder of Klein Vision. “The AirCar fulfills a lifelong dream to bring the freedom of flight into the hands of everyday people. With the launch of our production prototype, we are one step closer to transforming how the world moves — merging the road and the sky into a new dimension of personal mobility.”

Todd Douglas Miller, Emmy Award-winning director of the documentary Apollo 11, who attended the gala, said: “From the cockpit of another aircraft, I watched the AirCar in flight. Stefan Klein and Klein Vision have turned the impossible into reality, merging dreams and science fiction into something breathtakingly real.”

Last year, James May, host of Top Gear, visited Klein Vision and witnessed the AirCar in action at an international airport in Slovakia, he said: “The AirCar has landed. Very rarely am I lost for words, but I am lost for words!”

AirCar co-founder Anton Zajac said: “The AirCar is a fusion of certified aviation engineering and advanced automotive design — a true dual-mode vehicle that meets rigorous standards in both air and ground performance. With global air mobility projected to reach $162 billion by 2034 and growing at over 50% CAGR, we believe the production prototype we are unveiling this year positions Klein Vision at the forefront of this transformation. Stefan Klein’s recent recognition at the Living Legends of Aviation Gala affirms the technological and visionary leadership behind our work. We’re not just witnessing the future of transportation — we’re engineering it.”

Click here to watch a video on the award and prototype: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2sS9zygttxw

For more information, visit www.klein-vision.com.

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CUBE OPENS NEW GLOBAL HQ AND AI CENTRE OF EXCELLENCE IN CITY OF LONDON

  • Headquarters includes AI Centre of Excellence – the RegBrain AI Lab – and commitment to create 200 new jobs
  • Multi-million pound investment follows growth at the leading global RegTech, with revenue and employees doubling over the past year
  • CUBE’s customers will benefit from open access to the facilities including RegBrain AI Lab, RegTheatre and RegCinema

LONDON, May 8, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — CUBE, a global leader in Automated Regulatory Intelligence (ARI) and Regulatory Change Management (RCM), has officially opened its new global headquarters located at the iconic City of London building, Tower 42, and confirmed the impressive growth trajectory of the company over the last year – doubling of revenue, employees and the number of countries CUBE now operates in.

CUBE Founder & CEO Ben Richmond hosts the Lord Mayor of London at new global HQ
CUBE Founder & CEO Ben Richmond hosts the Lord Mayor of London at new global HQ

The new cutting-edge AI Centre of Excellence, RegBrain AI Lab, signals the multi-million pound investment CUBE is making to advance the role of innovation and AI in regulatory intelligence, compliance and risk across the financial services sector and adjacent regulated industries. Alongside the unveiling of its new headquarters, CUBE has made a commitment to create 200 jobs over the next 12 months, half of which are expected to be based in the UK.

The opening of CUBE’s new headquarters follows a transformative year of strong growth, supported by its strategic partnership with Hg, a leading investor in European and Transatlantic software and services businesses. CUBE has increased its revenue by over 200% in the last year and now serves 1,000 customers globally, and has significantly grown its global team footprint – which now stands at 700 employees across 20 countries. In the year CUBE also completed two landmark US-based acquisitions acquiring three regulatory intelligence businesses.

Commenting at the launch of CUBE’s new global headquarters, CUBE’s Founder & CEO Ben Richmond, said: “We chose an iconic City of London location for our new global headquarters as we believe it’s the perfect place to continue CUBE’s growth. London is unquestionably a world-class tech hub and a global leader for AI and innovation. We’re proud to further build out our global operations and investment from the UK and aim to be a benchmark for building successful global tech businesses here. Our performance in the last year highlights the progress we have made so far.”

Since launching in 2011, CUBE has become a leading global regulatory technology company partnering with some of the largest financial institutions globally who leverage CUBE’s platform to streamline their complex regulatory intelligence and change management processes. In addition, CUBE recently launched RegPlatform™ Intel, its latest purpose-built solution to help financial services firms in the mid-market remain compliant in today’s ever-changing global regulatory landscape.

Richmond continued: “We’ve experienced considerable growth over the past year and we wanted a global HQ that reflects the ambition and scale of our expanding team. We want to reimagine the future of work and how we collaborate with customers, which is why we created a space that fosters partnership and drives continuous technological innovation. Our new AI Centre of Excellence – RegBrain AI Lab – will be at the forefront of AI innovation. We will continue to deliver smart, agile solutions for our customers in response to the rapid pace of global regulatory change.”

CUBE’s base of strategic and long-term customers will benefit from open access to the facilities in its new global headquarters, which not only includes the RegBrain AI Lab but also an innovative RegTheatre and RegCinema. These have been purposefully designed to drive collaboration with industry participants across the financial services sector to progress the role of innovation and AI in compliance and risk.

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Hysan and Chinachem’s Lee Garden Eight Teams Up with Foster + Partners to Redefine Urban Living and Sustainable Development

A New Landmark in Causeway Bay Unveils Human-centric and Future-proof Design

HONG KONG, May 8, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Located in the heart of Hong Kong, Lee Garden Eight is a premium mixed-use commercial development that redefines how people live, work and connect in the future. Jointly developed by Hysan Development Company Limited (“Hysan”) and Chinachem Group (“CCG”), Lee Garden Eight is set to be Causeway Bay’s new centrepiece. It represents a next-generation workplace and retail landmark, seamlessly connected to harness the buzz of the city, while transforming the urban jungle into an oasis of light, air and limitless potential.

Lee Garden Eight Rendering Image
Lee Garden Eight Rendering Image

Boasting the largest commercial floor plate on Hong Kong Island, Lee Garden Eight will offer the physical space for new experiences and possibilities. With a green indoor-outdoor space in mind, developers and the design architect Foster + Partners engineered a vibrant community where life flows.

Spanning over 100,000 sq. ft, the retail offerings at Lee Garden Eight are designed to cater to lifestyle and wellness needs, from fashion boutiques to premium gadgets and lifestyle goods. The design of Lee Garden Eight creates a rich, diverse, and active ground plane that fosters a sense of community. The project features an incredibly generous 60,000 sq. ft of green open space, bringing life to the area and forming seamless links to Lee Gardens. While Causeway Bay is known as a vibrant, fast-flowing urban quarter, Lee Garden Eight has been designed to be an oasis of serenity and tranquillity within a neighbourhood known for its relentless pace. Tree-lined streetscapes set the scene for life-enhancing experiences, as do an open market and a cultural performance area.

In the post-pandemic era, green spaces can offer fresh air and an energising flow that shift mindsets, promote productivity, and inspire overall well-being. Terraces on office floors (Tower 1 & 2) of Lee Garden Eight create vertical gardens that encourage social interactions. The lush landscape terraces travel through the building, creating a green spine with balconies at every level, establishing a strong connection between the building occupants and the natural environment.

Lee Garden Eight Design Draft
Lee Garden Eight Design Draft

As a mixed-use commercial development, Lee Garden Eight’s design balances diverse and modern needs between retail and office spaces. Recognising the importance of spatial flexibility, the project features the largest span floor plates on Hong Kong Island, reaching up to 39,000 sq. ft, allowing entire organisations and departments to occupy the same floor. Lee Garden Eight’s design incorporates a wide range of sustainable features, including a 3.25-metre-high ceiling and 2.15-metre-wide electric operable windows that facilitate natural ventilation. Over 50% of the space will enjoy a minimum of 4 hours of natural light daily. This approach is part of its sustainability strategy targeting carbon reduction at every stage of the building’s life cycle, from construction to operation. Ultimately, this enhances biophilia connections for occupants and biodiversity within our landscape.

Mr Ricky Lui, Executive Director and Chief Operating Officer, Hysan Development Company Limited stated, “Lee Garden Eight is the result of a close partnership between our team and Foster + Partners. From the very beginning, there has been a strong alignment in vision — both teams are committed to creating a place that is not only commercially successful but also meaningful to the city’s fabric. The open and transparent dialogue throughout the process has allowed us to challenge each other creatively while staying true to a shared set of values. This mutual respect and clarity of purpose are instrumental in shaping a design that is both ambitious and grounded in the local context.”

Ricky Tsang, Executive Director and Chief Financial Officer of Chinachem Group stated, “As a landmark commercial development in the vibrant heart of Causeway Bay, adhering to the highest green building standards, Lee Garden Eight underscores CCG’s dedication to shaping a greener, more liveable Hong Kong for our future generations. In partnership with Hysan and Foster + Partners, we look forward to delivering a transformative placemaking initiative that cultivates community well-being and social cohesion.”

Mr Luke Fox, Senior Executive Partner, Head of Studio, Foster + Partners stated, “The Lee Gardens area has always been a dynamic district. This is a unique opportunity to extend the vibrant experience of Causeway Bay, establish a sustainable masterplan for the future, and create a new landmark for Hong Kong in a culturally significant site. Our design of Lee Garden Eight integrates seamlessly with its surroundings, unlocks new connections to the city, and provides high-quality public spaces that breathe new life into the area.”

Lee Garden Eight

Developers

(Joint Venture)

Hysan Development Company Limited

– Project Developer

– Project Manager

– Asset Manager

– Property Manager

Chinachem Group

– Project Developer

Location

8 Caroline Hill Road, Causeway Bay

Site Area

Approx. 159,300 sq. ft

Total GFA

Approx. 1.1 million sq. ft

Designer & Landscape Architect

Foster + Partners

Lead Architect

Ronald Lu & Partners

No. of Storey(s)

25 (Tower 1 & 2)

16 (Tower 3)

Excluding 5 storeys of basement shared by 3 towers

No. of Parking Space(s)

~610 (with EV chargers)

Estimated Completion Date

Q2 2026

 

About Hysan Development Company Limited

Hysan Development Company Limited is a leading property investment, management, and development company with a core portfolio of approximately 4.5 million square feet of high-quality office, retail and residential space in Hong Kong. With roots in the city that go back more than 100 years, Hysan has focused on building the community, mixing the traditional and the new, applying technology and practicing sustainability. It has transformed the Lee Gardens area into a modern smart community, with a unique Hong Kong character, making it an attractive destination for leading multinational corporations, international visitors and local residents.

The Company has been growing its core portfolio through upgrades and expansion. It has also invested in strategic growth pillars which target opportunities brought about by the New Economy, with the aim of reinforcing Hysan’s business by geography and by sector. Among its strategic pillars are Lee Gardens Shanghai and an urban renewal project in To Kwa Wan. Hysan has been listed on the Stock Exchange of Hong Kong since 1981 under stock code 00014.

Please visit https://www.hysan.com.hk 

About Chinachem Group

Founded in 1960, Chinachem Group (“CCG”) is a leading private real estate company in Hong Kong. CCG manages a diverse portfolio of investment and development properties with a footprint of over 9 million square feet. Leveraging its extensive expertise in real estate development, CCG delivers high-quality residential spaces and maintains a robust pipeline of commercial projects, while its property services business creates value by managing assets for sustainable, long-term growth. 

CCG is also a hotel owner and operator, managing and operating properties under the Nina Hotels and Lodgewood by Nina Hospitality brands. The acquisition of Pine Care Group marks CCG’s expansion into elderly care services, underscoring its commitment to delivering pristine care for the elderly.

With a workforce of over 4,000 employees, CCG is dedicated to making better places to live, work and raise future generations in Hong Kong and beyond.

Please visit www.chinachemgroup.com/en

Decades After the Bombing, Laos Still Struggles: Now With Less Help

Decades After the Bombing, Laos Still Struggles: Now With Less Help
Houaphanh authorities, together with a team of UXO experts, working to detonate a 500-pound bomb (photo credit: Kit Ork)

On 3 May, a 500-pound bomb was detonated in Soplao village, Huameuang district, Houaphanh Province. 

Ford Foundation Promotes Margaret Mliwa to Regional Director for East Africa

NAIROBI, Kenya, May 8, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — The Ford Foundation today announced the appointment of Margaret Mliwa as the next regional director of its East Africa office. Based in Nairobi, the Ford Foundation’s East Africa office is a nonpolitical organization committed to advancing social justice, equity, and the public good across Kenya, Tanzania, and Uganda and to support open civic space, civil society, and public dialogue with the governments across the region.

“We are thrilled to recognize and celebrate Margaret Mliwa’s leadership as the regional director for the Ford Foundation’s East Africa office,” said Martín Abregu, vice president for international programs at the Ford Foundation. “Margaret’s range of skills—from adept storytelling, mentorship, and relationship-building across the sector—will only strengthen our work in East Africa.”

Mliwa joined the foundation in 2017 and has held roles as a program officer, senior program officer, and acting regional director. During her tenure, Mliwa developed a diverse grants portfolio that encompassed community organizing, national advocacy, independent media, and leadership strengthening within civil society and public service, with an emphasis on defending basic freedoms and civil society voices in East Africa.

“It is an honor to lead the Ford Foundation’s East Africa regional office and continue our legacy of impact in Kenya, Tanzania, and Uganda,” said Margaret Mliwa, East Africa regional director for the Ford Foundation. “Since 1963, our work has been exemplified by collaboration with East Africa’s changemakers and institutions. I look forward to advancing this history in partnership with the grantees and partners we serve and the values of dignity, justice, and equity that we hold dear.”

Mliwa has more than 20 years of public sector experience, working with government, civil society, and philanthropy to advocate for and implement policies that champion community-driven programs. Her work has emphasized youth voice, rights-based approaches, and strengthening leadership and capacity development among youth-led networks and organizations.

Prior to joining Ford, Mliwa was country director of Restless Development Tanzania, a global youth-led development agency. Before that, she served as head of the Youth Social Mobilization Unit of the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports of the government of Kenya and as lead consultant in the development of the National Youth Service framework for the Sierra Leonean government. Mliwa is a recipient of a Commonwealth Scholarship and holds a bachelor’s degree in education from Kenyatta University and master of applied philosophy and ethics in progress from Strathmore University.

The Ford Foundation’s Nairobi office opened in 1963, against the backdrop of independence in East Africa. During this early period, Ford supported the capacity of institutions to train the civil servants and technical experts who have become leaders across society. Since then, Ford has supported initiatives including the development of Kenya’s microfinance sector; growth in critical areas such as research academia, agriculture, health, and business; and investment in influential human rights organizations across the region. The foundation has also championed the arts, culture, and media as critical pathways to national progress.

The Ford Foundation
The Ford Foundation is an independent organization working to address inequality and build a future grounded in justice. For more than 85 years, it has supported visionaries on the frontlines of social change worldwide, guided by its mission to strengthen democratic values, reduce poverty and injustice, promote international cooperation, and advance human achievement. Today, with an endowment of $16 billion, the foundation has headquarters in New York and 10 regional offices across Africa, Asia, Latin America, and the Middle East.

XTransfer Officially Licensed as EMI by Dutch Central Bank

Builds EU Service Network with the Netherlands as the Hub


AMSTERDAM, NETHERLANDS – Media OutReach Newswire – 8 May 2025 XTransfer, the world‘s leading and China’s No.1 B2B Cross-Border Trade Payment Platform, is pleased to announce that it has officially been granted an Electronic Money Institution (EMI) license by De Nederlandsche Bank (DNB), the central bank of the Netherlands. This significant milestone demonstrates international recognition of XTransfer’s excellence in compliance, security, and service capabilities, and will further accelerate the company’s localised development in Europe and its global strategic expansion.

XTransfer Officially Licensed as EMI by De Nederlandsche Bank

As an independent and authoritative central bank and supervisory authority, DNB is regarded as trustworthy and credible by both the general public and the financial sector. Additionally, it is a core member of the European System of Central Banks (ESCB). Obtaining this license is a significant endorsement of XTransfer’s compliance capabilities and validates the company’s credibility, transparency, and security in global markets.

With this new license, XTransfer will officially launch localised services in the Netherlands, providing a comprehensive payment solution for local trading SMEs. The services will include local accounts, cross-border settlements, and foreign exchange, etc.

As China’s second-largest trading partner in the European Union, the Netherlands, home to the Port of Rotterdam, Europe’s leading international trade and logistics hub, plays a vital role in global trade. XTransfer’s services will offer Dutch SMEs faster, more efficient, and cost-effective cross-border payment services, enabling them to expand their international presence. Additionally, it will strengthen the financial connection between China and the Netherlands, further promoting bilateral trade relations.

Bill Deng, Founder and CEO of XTransfer, said, “Receiving this license from DNB is a significant milestone in our global strategy, following our earlier authorisation as an Authorised Payment Institution by the UK’s Financial Conduct Authority (FCA). With the Netherlands as our operational base, we plan to expand our services across all 30 countries in the European Economic Area (EEA). Our goal is to provide secure, efficient, and cost-effective cross-border payment solutions to more SMEs. Additionally, we will seek further opportunities in emerging markets by leveraging the Netherlands’ financial connectivity with regions like Africa and the Middle East.”

Since its founding in 2017, XTransfer has established a regulatory presence in major financial centres, including the United States, the United Kingdom, the Netherlands, Singapore, Canada, Australia, and Hong Kong SAR, serving over 600,000 trade enterprises globally. The acquisition of the EMI license in the Netherlands represents another significant milestone in its international journey. Moving forward, XTransfer plans to continue expanding its global licensing footprint.

Hashtag: #XTransfer #Netherlands #Centralbank #PaymentLicense #CrossBorderPayment





The issuer is solely responsible for the content of this announcement.

About XTransfer

XTransfer, the world-leading and China’s No.1 B2B Cross-Border Trade Payment Platform, is dedicated to providing small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with secure, compliant, fast, convenient and low-cost foreign trade payment and fund collection solutions, significantly reducing the cost of global expansion and enhancing global competitiveness.

Founded in 2017, the company is headquartered in Shanghai and has branches in Hong Kong SAR, the United Kingdom, the Netherlands, the United States, Canada, Australia, Singapore, Vietnam, Thailand, Malaysia, the Philippines, the UAE, and Nigeria. XTransfer has obtained local payment licences in Mainland China, Hong Kong SAR, Singapore, the United Kingdom, the Netherlands, the United States, Canada, and Australia. With more than 600,000 enterprise clients, XTransfer has become the industry No.1 in China.

By cooperating with well-known multinational banks and financial institutions, XTransfer has built a unified global multi-currency clearing network and a data-based, automated, internet-based and intelligent anti-money laundering risk control infrastructure centred on SMEs. XTransfer uses technology as a bridge to link large financial institutions and SMEs around the world, allowing SMEs to enjoy the same level of cross-border financial services as large multinational corporations.

XTransfer completed its Series D financing in September 2021 and achieved unicorn status. The Company possesses a diverse composition of international investors, including D1 Capital Partners LP, Telstra Ventures, China Merchants Venture, eWTP Capital, Yunqi Capital, Gaorong Capital, 01VC, MindWorks and Lavender Hill Capital Partners.

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Qifu Technology’s Paper Accepted by IJCAI 2025, Using MLLM to Pave New Path in Fintech

SHANGHAI, May 7, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — China’s leading fintech company Qifu Technology ( NASDAQ: QFIN; HKEX: 3660) and Beijing Jiaotong University have jointly achieved a significant milestone as their paper, Leveraging MLLM Embeddings and Attribute Smoothing for Compositional Zero-Shot Learning, has been accepted by the International Joint Conference on Artificial Intelligence(IJCAI)2025, a premier international conference in artificial intelligence.

With an acceptance rate of merely 19.3% — selecting 1,042 out of 5,404 submissions — IJCAI is recognized as one of the most prestigious AI conferences globally and is listed as a Class-A event by the China Computer Federation (CCF).

The research focuses on Compositional Zero-Shot Learning, aiming to identify novel combinations of attributes and objects using existing knowledge. Overcoming traditional challenges such as background interference, limited semantic capture in word embeddings, and overconfidence in known combinations, the team introduced an innovative framework named TRIDENT. By integrating Multimodal Large Language Model (MLLM) embeddings and attribute smoothing, TRIDENT utilizes modules like Feature Adaptive Aggregation (FAA) to mitigate background noise, learns conditional masks for detailed feature extraction, and leverages MLLM’s hidden states to enhance semantic representation. This approach has demonstrated state-of-the-art performance across multiple datasets, offering new solutions for fields including image recognition and content understanding.

In fintech area, TRIDENT shows great potential. In intelligent risk control, it analyzes multimodal data—such as transaction behaviors and user profiles—to detect emerging fraud patterns faster than traditional models, improving assessment accuracy and reducing losses. In customer service, the framework enables more precise understanding of complex user inquiries, providing personalized and efficient support.

This achievement underscores Qifu Technology’s commitment to AI innovation. By increasing R&D investment and deepening collaborations with academic institutions, the company aims to drive further advancements in AI applications, contributing to industry growth and social progress.

HERO ESPORTS Asian Champions League (ACL) Grand Finals 2025 Set to Electrify Shanghai This May

Tickets Now on Sale with Partner Lineup Revealed

SHANGHAI, May 8, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — The HERO ESPORTS Asian Champions League (ACL) Grand Finals 2025 (ACL Grand Finals 2025) will take center stage in Shanghai from May 16–18, 2025, transforming the city into Asia’s esports epicenter. The action will unfold across three premier venues: the SPD Bank Oriental Sports CenterJing’an Sports Center, and National Exhibition and Convention Center (NECC). Tickets officially launched last week with the full slate of official partners now unveiled, marking the countdown to Asia’s premier esports spectacle.

Nine Elite Titles, $2M+ Prize Pool, and Pathways to Global Glory

The ACL Grand Finals 2025 will showcase nine esports titles, including Counter-Strike 2 (CS2), DOTA 2, Honor of Kings, Street Fighter 6, League of Legends Legend Cup, Teamfight Tactics, VALORANT Champions Tour, Delta Force, and CrossFire. With a staggering $2 million (RMB 15 million) prize pool, the event also offers direct qualification slots for the 2025 Esports World Cup (EWC), empowering Asian teams to compete on the world stage.

Powering the Future of Esports: ACL & DreamHack Partners

The events boast unparalleled support from industry leaders:

  • Hero Esports ACL:
    • Chief Partners: HERO ESPORTS × 5EPlay
    • Strategic Partners: Esports World Cup, Jin Jiang International, Shanghai JUSS Sports Management Co., Ltd.
    • Special Partners: Savage Impact, Eastroc Vitamin Energy Drink, HONOR, TGIF, OBSBOT
    • Special Partners for ACL Grand Finals 2025: POPEYES, Tongcheng Travel
    • Special Partners for ACL × Honor of Kings: CLEAR
    • Broadcasting Partners (China): Kuaishou, Douyin, Huya, Douyu, bilibili, Weibo, and Hupu
    • Broadcasting Partners (Global): Twitch, TikTok, YouTube, CHZZK, and SOOP
  • DreamHack cooperates with many well-known brands at home and abroad, including strategic partners: Jin Jiang International Holdings, 8BitDo, and ZOWIE; Industry Partners: HONOR, Savage Impact, and Morphling; Special Partners: Alipay.

Fans can now purchase tickets via official platforms Damai, Maoyan , Alipay, and Hopegoo, catering to diverse viewing preferences.

Event Schedule Highlights

SPD Bank Oriental Sports Center

  • May 16, 14:10ACL Grand Finals × CS2 – Third-Place Match, Exhibition Match, Opening Ceremony, Grand Finals
  • May 17, 14:00ACL Grand Finals × Huya LoL Legend Cup – Opening Performance, Finals (G1-G3), Intermission Show, Finals (G4-G9)
  • May 18, 16:30ACL Grand Finals× Honor of Kings – Opening Ceremony & Grand Finals

Jing’an Sports Center

  • May 16, 12:00ACL Grand Finals × CrossFire – Quarterfinals
  • May 17, 12:00ACL Grand Finals × CrossFire – Semifinals & Grand Finals
  • May 18, 13:00ACL Grand Finals × VALORANT Champions Tour – Surprise Guest Exhibition & Grand Finals

National Exhibition and Convention Center (Halls 1.2-2.2)

  • May 16–18ACL Grand Finals × DOTA 2, Street Fighter 6, Delta Force, and TFT tournaments, plus DreamHack Festival (see notes).

Note: DreamHack Esports Stage access requires a dedicated ticket (includes full-day pass + early entry). General tickets grant venue entry excluding DreamHack areas.

ACL Grand Finals Night @ INS Park

From May 16–18, Shanghai’s trendsetting INS Park will also host the ACL Grand Finals Night, blending esports, entertainment, and nightlife.

A New Era for Asian Esports

The ACL aspires to set Asia’s competitive benchmark, fueling the global esports ecosystem through elite tournaments, cross-industry innovation, and fan immersion. This landmark event will not only accelerate China’s esports growth but also cement Shanghai’s status as the “Global Esports Capital”, amplifying its cultural influence worldwide.

Global Broadcast: Live on ACL’s official Twitch, YouTube, and TikTok channels.
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