SAN JOSE, Calif., March 17, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — At NVIDIA GTC 2026, DeepRoute.ai presented a comprehensive introduction to its 40-billion-parameter Vision-Language-Action (VLA) Foundation Model architecture, representing a fundamental breakthrough in autonomous driving development. The model introduces a unified architecture that integrates perception, reasoning, and action, enabling systems not only to drive, but to understand and evaluate their own decision-making in real time.

DeepRoute.ai has already achieved significant commercial success, having delivered its advanced autonomous driving systems across more than 250,000 production vehicles. In October 2025, DeepRoute.ai captured nearly 40% market share among third-party suppliers in the high-level autonomous driving segment for a single month. Building on this momentum and fueled by the continuous evolution of its Foundation Model, the company is targeting deployment of one million vehicles equipped with its advanced driving solutions by the end of 2026.

Breaking the Bottleneck: From Days to Hours

Autonomous driving development has long been hampered by the inefficiencies of traditional “data closed-loop” workflows. In conventional systems, data must be manually collected, reviewed, annotated, and retrained—a process that typically requires more than five days per iteration. Meanwhile, companies accumulate vast volumes of raw driving data, most consisting of routine scenarios that offer limited training value and can even degrade model performance.

“At its core, autonomous driving is a scaling problem,” said Tongyi Cao, CTO of DeepRoute.ai. “While the industry has made significant progress, true large-scale deployment remains elusive because traditional execution paths are flawed. The bottleneck is no longer about acquiring data; it is about how efficiently a system can filter out the noise and convert massive amounts of raw data into high-value training samples.”

DeepRoute.ai’s solution: compress the data processing cycle from over five days to approximately 12 hours through intelligent automation.

One Model, Three Roles: Driver, Analyst, and Critic

The 40B VLA Foundation Model performs three complementary functions simultaneously:

The Driver – Executes real-time driving actions based on visual inputs

The Analyst – Identifies critical driving events and explains decisions through causal reasoning

The Critic – Evaluates trajectories for safety, comfort, and human-like behavior

“Our solution to the industry’s scaling bottleneck is a unified, 40-billion parameter Vision-Language-Action Foundation Model,” Cao explained. “This model goes beyond basic vehicle control. It possesses the capability to analyze data and evaluate driving behavior. Simply put, this model serves not only as the ‘driver,’ but simultaneously as the ‘analyst’ and the ‘critic.'”

By embedding these capabilities within a single foundation model, DeepRoute.ai has automated large portions of the data pipeline. The system autonomously identifies high-value events such as near-misses and rare scenarios, performs root-cause analysis, and generates reasoning annotations, all without manual intervention.

A Self-Evolving Data Flywheel

The architecture enables a self-reinforcing development cycle where improvements in driving performance directly enhance the system’s ability to process and curate its own training data.

“Traditional data closed loops are highly dependent on manual human processes, which severely limits iteration speed,” said Cao. “By leveraging our Foundation Model, we have entirely reconstructed this workflow. The model autonomously handles data mining, reason diagnosis, and behavior scoring. Every single iteration of this workflow compounds directly into a measurable enhancement of our AI capabilities.”

This self-evolving flywheel accelerates capability growth while dramatically reducing reliance on manual labeling.

Scale and Momentum: 250K to 1M Vehicles

“By the end of 2025, we successfully delivered over 250,000 mass-produced vehicles equipped with DeepRoute.ai’s autonomous driving systems,” Cao said. “The Foundation Model serves as the core cornerstone for DeepRoute.ai’s next-generation autonomous driving assistance and functions as a fundamental AI framework for the physical world. This unified architecture enables the system to go beyond mere execution; it understands complex traffic environments, explains the underlying logic of its decisions, and evaluates driving behaviors. This evolution provides its autonomous driving systems with more comprehensive cognitive and decision-making capabilities.”

Through its presentation at GTC 2026, DeepRoute.ai demonstrated how its 40B Vision-Language-Action Foundation Model architecture is accelerating the path to scalable, safe autonomous driving through continuous, data-driven learning and rapid iteration cycles.

About DeepRoute.ai

DeepRoute.ai is a leading artificial intelligence company developing advanced autonomous driving systems. Driven by the vision of achieving Artificial General Intelligence (AGI) for the physical world, the company leverages state-of-the-art foundation models to deliver highly reliable, safety-first autonomous driving solutions. Backed by top-tier investors with over $700 million in funding, DeepRoute.ai has successfully deployed its systems across more than 200,000 mass-produced consumer vehicles. By prioritizing scalable and innovative smart mobility, the company is establishing a robust foundation to pioneer the future of commercial Robotaxi operations.

IN026 is a potential first-in-class mRNA therapy for refractory gout, marking the emergence of a new category of mRNA medicines enabled by Innorna’s proprietary mRNA–LNP platform.

HONG KONG SAR, China and SHENZHEN, China and CAMBRIDGE, Mass., March 17, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Innorna, a clinical‑stage biotech company advancing RNA medicines, today announced that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has cleared its Investigational New Drug (IND) application for IN026, an investigational mRNA-based therapy for refractory gout. The IND clearance enables the company to initiate a Phase 1 clinical trial to evaluate the safety, tolerability, pharmacokinetics, and pharmacodynamics of IN026 in this currently underserved patient population.

IN026 delivers mRNA encoding urate oxidase (uricase; UOX) to the liver to enable systemic uric acid breakdown.

“Refractory gout remains a severely debilitating condition, and existing biologic treatments are limited by immunogenicity, tolerability challenges, and diminishing efficacy over time. We are proud to advance IN026 into clinical development as a potential first-in-class investigational mRNA therapeutic designed to overcome these limitations,” said Michael Beckert, Chief Medical Officer of Innorna.

“We founded Innorna on the conviction that mRNA, as a new modality, can achieve what existing therapeutic approaches cannot,” said Dr. Linxian Li, Founder and CEO of Innorna. “With IN026 advancing into clinical development, we are pioneering a new chapter for mRNA-based protein-replacement therapies engineered for repeated administration and long-term control of chronic diseases.”

About Refractory Gout

Refractory or difficult‑to‑treat gout refers to patients who continue to experience frequent flares, progressive tophi, or cannot achieve target serum urate despite guideline‑directed urate‑lowering therapy, representing a population with substantial unmet medical need. In 2026, refractory gout is estimated to affect approximately 1.9 million people worldwide, representing about 3% of all gout patients.

About IN026

IN026 is an investigational mRNA-based therapy designed to treat refractory gout by delivering mRNA encoding urate oxidase (uricase; UOX) to the liver, where expressed UOX facilitates systemic uric acid breakdown. Engineered on Innorna’s proprietary mRNA–lipid nanoparticle (LNP) platform for repeat administration and long-term disease control, IN026 represents a potential first-in-class approach to mRNA-based protein-replacement therapy for refractory gout and other chronic metabolic diseases.

About Innorna

Innorna is a clinical‑stage biotech advancing RNA medicines by accelerating a virtuous cycle of platform and pipeline innovation—improving lives worldwide. Backed by a substantial and growing intellectual property portfolio, the company has built a proprietary, differentiated RNA delivery and engineering platform spanning a rationally designed library of over 6,000 chemically diverse ionizable lipids, targeted LNP delivery systems, and mRNA technologies. Its vertically integrated capabilities, from discovery through cGMP manufacturing, enable deep technical expertise, accelerated development, and strong capital efficiency. Innorna is advancing a robust mRNA pipeline across chronic disease therapeutics, in vivo immunotherapies, and vaccines. Innorna has raised $150 million to date and is well capitalized through key clinical milestones. The company continues to explore strategic financing and partnership opportunities to accelerate its broader programs.

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HONG KONG, March 17, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — As outdoor living spaces continue to gain popularity among homeowners, demand for reliable and weather-resistant lighting has increased significantly. In response to this trend, Dazuma has expanded IP65 protection across a broader range of its outdoor lighting collection, reinforcing the brand’s long-standing focus on durability, safety, and consistent product quality.

Dazuma has observed a clear rise in demand for waterproof outdoor lighting, reflected in increased customer inquiries about IP ratings, closer comparisons of technical specifications during the buying process, and growing interest in fixtures designed for long-term outdoor use. According to the company, buyers today are more likely to review technical specifications before making a purchase, with IP65 protection becoming one of the most frequently requested features for outdoor lighting.

IP65 is widely recognized as a high level of protection, meaning a fixture is fully protected against dust intrusion and resistant to water jets from multiple directions, making it suitable for everyday outdoor use. Because lighting installed on exterior walls, walkways, and garden areas must withstand rain, dust, and humidity, more homeowners now pay close attention to waterproof ratings, often using IP codes as a key reference when comparing outdoor fixtures.

“As outdoor living continues to grow in popularity, customers are paying closer attention to durability and waterproof performance when selecting outdoor lighting,” said a spokesperson for Dazuma. “Expanding IP65 protection across more of our outdoor lighting collection helps ensure our products can perform reliably in real-world outdoor environments.”

In response to evolving customer expectations, Dazuma has expanded IP65 protection across a wider range of its outdoor lighting products, including:

• Landscape Lighting
• Outdoor Lanterns
• Outdoor Solar Lights
• Outdoor Post Lights
• Outdoor Wall Lighting
• Street Lighting

This approach helps maintain consistent protection standards across different product categories while ensuring dependable performance in a variety of outdoor environments.

To support this expansion, Dazuma has refined its sourcing strategy and strengthened coordination with supply partners to ensure more outdoor lighting designs meet consistent protection requirements. The company has introduced clearer waterproof performance guidelines for exterior fixtures, requiring suppliers to provide detailed technical specifications and IP test documentation based on recognized protection standards. Products intended for outdoor use are also reviewed more carefully during the selection process, with IP65 ratings becoming an important reference when evaluating durability and suitability for real-world environments.

At the same time, Dazuma has worked more closely with its supply partners to align product requirements across different categories. By maintaining regular communication on technical specifications, confirming protection levels during product development, and applying more unified evaluation criteria, the company aims to ensure that outdoor wall lights, pathway lights, garden fixtures, and other exterior lighting designs meet consistent IP65 expectations while maintaining the overall style and variety of the collection.

The company noted that this move reflects its long-term commitment to product quality rather than a short-term adjustment. Over the years, Dazuma has continued refining its outdoor lighting designs to improve resistance to weather, corrosion, and environmental wear. Expanding IP65 protection across a broader range of fixtures is seen as a natural step in maintaining consistent quality across the brand’s growing outdoor lighting lineup.

Looking ahead, Dazuma plans to gradually make IP65 protection a standard feature across its outdoor lighting collection, ensuring that fixtures designed for exterior use meet reliable performance expectations by default. As customer requirements continue to evolve, the company also expects to explore higher protection ratings for products intended for more demanding outdoor environments.

About Dazuma

Founded in France in 2016, Dazuma is a lighting and home décor brand focused on providing modern, functional, and well-designed products for indoor and outdoor living spaces.

Supported by a global supply chain, the company offers a wide range of lighting solutions, including indoor and outdoor lighting, wall lights, ceiling lights, ceiling fans, and decorative lamps, serving both homeowners and business customers across the United States. Dazuma is committed to delivering reliable quality at competitive prices while also providing customized lighting solutions for large-scale projects and B2B customers.

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HONG KONG, March 17, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — DL Holdings (1709.HK) announced on March 16 that it will change the use of approximately HK$371 million in unutilized proceeds from its previous share placement. The redeployment of funds will primarily include: an investment of HK$145.5 million to expand into AI computing infrastructure and capture opportunities at the forefront of technological development; and the launch of a HK$117 million share buyback program to demonstrate confidence and optimize the company’s capital structure. Looking ahead, the Group also plans to tokenize its computing infrastructure assets through RWA (Real-World Asset) structures, further advancing its digital finance strategy.

While market conditions remain complex and volatile, DL Holdings continues to maintain strong strategic discipline. The company is not swayed by short-term fluctuations and remains committed to advancing business upgrades and capital optimization through a clear and consistent strategic roadmap. The recent stabilization and rebound of the company’s share price, along with gradually improving investor confidence, reflect the market’s positive response to DL Holdings’ strategic direction and execution capabilities.

01 HK$145.5 Million Investment in AI Computing Infrastructure

According to the announcement, after reviewing market conditions and business priorities, DL Holdings has decided to strategically reallocate approximately HK$371 million of unutilized proceeds from its previous share placement. This adjustment aligns with the growing demand for AI inference computing and high-performance computing (HPC). As part of the redeployment, HK$145.5 million will be invested in AI computing infrastructure and related projects.

The rapid adoption of generative AI applications is driving sustained growth in demand for AI inference computing power. Leveraging its industry network and partnership ecosystem in digital assets and related infrastructure, the company is exploring opportunities to participate in the AI inference and high-performance computing sectors. In particular, DL Holdings plans to utilize its existing power resources, site resources, and digital infrastructure capabilities to convert or colocate suitable mining and power facilities into AI-oriented computing and inference infrastructure. At the same time, the company is engaging with leading GPU suppliers — including ecosystem partners associated with NVIDIA-class inference hardware — to support modular and phased deployment of AI inference computing capacity.

Since the second half of 2025, DL Holdings has acquired more than 9,000 high-performance mining machines, with overseas mining operations deployed in the United States, Oman, and Paraguay, reaching a total computing power of approximately 4 EH/s and producing nearly 200 bitcoins to date. Currently, more than 9,000 mining machines remain in continuous operation, steadily generating nearly 2 bitcoins per day, with total production expected to reach 800 bitcoins by the end of the year. The reallocated HK$145.5 million represents an “extension and upgrade” based on existing resources, rather than a “business pivot”—while maintaining its core bitcoin mining operations, the company is directing remaining funds toward the AI computing sector, which holds greater growth potential, to establish a dual-driven digital infrastructure layout encompassing both “mining and AI computing.”

02 HK$117 Million Share Buyback to Demonstrate Confidence and Optimize Capital Structure

Another key component of the announcement is the company’s share buyback plan. The board intends to utilize its existing share repurchase authorization to buy back approximately HK$117 million worth of shares on the open market within the next 12 months. The buybacks will be funded through unutilized placement proceeds and other available cash reserves of the Group.

This new repurchase program continues DL Holdings’ ongoing use of share buybacks as a capital management tool. In 2025, the company completed the first phase of its share award scheme, repurchasing 30 million shares from the market and transferring them to an employee incentive trust. In November 2025, the company also launched the second phase of its incentive share pool, with plans to repurchase up to 40 million shares from the market to incentivize directors, senior management, and employees.

Mr. Andy Chen, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of DL Holdings, stated: “This redeployment of capital represents a strategic decision made by DL Holdings based on our deep insights into global economic and technological trends. We are building a more resilient and dynamic business matrix to support the Group’s long-term development, enabling DL Holdings to remain steady and confident across different market cycles.”

DL Holdings’ strategy remains clear and consistent. By allocating capital to the construction of AI computing infrastructure, the company is positioning itself within the core infrastructure of the AI era and laying a foundation for long-term growth. At the same time, the newly launched share buyback program sends the market a direct signal of confidence through tangible capital commitment when the company’s share price is perceived to be significantly undervalued.

Investing in growth on one hand, and investing in value on the other — DL Holdings is advancing with a dual-engine strategy that not only seeks to generate returns for shareholders, but also builds lasting momentum to navigate future market cycles.