LEWES, Del., Feb. 9, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — HiBy has officially announced the latest member of W Series, the HiBy W4. It is a brand-new DAC/AMP with portable and fashionable design, like an all-around swingman with dual modes, playing back Hi-res music in wired & wireless. With W4’s release, HiBy aims to merge the convenience in wireless and high-fidelity in wire together.

To cover the scenarios, HiBy W4 features a flexible design with clip-on and magnetic attachment. Clip it anywhere for on-the-go. And the magnetic design fits to some smartphones or phone cases, used as a “MagSafe” accessory. The Uncharge Mode which is implemented in HiBy Digital Audio Player, isolates power supply from the smartphone, prevents draining phone’s battery, and reduces interference. It builds in a 1500mAh battery to ensure a longer playing time.

HiBy W4 is a stylish accessory as an EDC for everyone. It boldly adopts a contrasting color design with the black screen against the brightly colored module on the other side, attracting visual at a glance. Its 2-inch touch screen supports full-featured operation and album display (in Bluetooth mode). It means you can directly control pairing, play/pause and settings on the W4. As a feature exceptionally in the DAC/AMP category at present, this operation significantly enhances the user experience.

Audio performance is a core and reliable aspect on HiBy. HiBy W4 integrates dual Cirrus Logic DAC chips CS43198, paired with dual headphone amplifiers, supporting PCM up to 768kHz/32-bit and native DSD512. Dual low-phase-noise active crystal oscillators at 45.1584MHz and 49.152MHz are equipped for audio playback precisely. HiBy W4 offers both 3.5mm single-ended and 4.4mm balanced stereo outputs. In balanced mode, the W4 delivers up to 475mW of output power, capable of driving a wide range of in-ear monitors with ease.

For wireless performance, the HiBy W4 adopts Qualcomm’s flagship Bluetooth chipset QCC5181, supporting Bluetooth 5.4, and a full collection of high-quality codecs including aptX Adaptive, Snapdragon Sound, aptX Lossless, aptX HD, LDAC, AAC, and SBC, enabling high-resolution audio transmission with stability and low latency.

The HiBy W4 is available for $99 USD, via HiBy’s official online store now.

Contact:
William Yueng
bd@hiby.com

• Coway proves record-breaking growth through core strategies led by Chairman Junhyuk Bang
• The company is also strengthening transparency in 2026 with the introduction of an Internal Transaction Committee and Lead Independent Director system
• Coway will enhance shareholder communication via executive-led conference calls and will maintain the 40% total shareholder return rate until 2027

SEOUL, South Korea, Feb. 9, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Coway Co., Ltd., the “Best Life Solution Company,” has issued an official response to the second shareholder proposal submitted by Align Partners Capital Management Inc. (“Align Partners”) outlining its ongoing efforts to enhance corporate and shareholder value.

In its response, Coway stated that since announcing its Corporate Value-Up Plan in February 2025, it has been continuously conducting reviews on implementation progress, proactively reassessing strategic consistency and subsequently introducing supplementary measures in response to evolving market conditions. Ahead of the one-year mark of the plan’s first implementation, Coway also disclosed its “Corporate Value-Up Plan Implementation Assessment”, in which the company reaffirmed its commitment to the credible and effective enhancement of shareholder value.

Proven Performance Under Strategic Leadership

Addressing some shareholders’ concerns regarding potential conflicts of interest, Coway emphasized that its transformation and long-term growth strategies are underpinned by tangible operational milestones. The company went on to note that its current core strategy is the execution of the IT-driven rental innovation roadmap established by Chairman Junhyuk Bang upon the company’s acquisition in 2020.

Far more than just a representative of the company’s largest shareholder, Inside Director Bang serves as Coway’s Business Strategy Officer (BSO), spearheading the company’s digital transformation, product innovation, global expansion and future engine strategies, of which one such example is the BEREX brand. Inside Director Bang’s role is complemented by that of Coway CEO Jangwon Seo’s, who oversees overall business operation, organizational management, and operational efficiency.

As a result of this accountability-driven management structure, Coway delivered strong quantitative growth between 2020 and 2025, achieving compound annual growth rates of 8.6% in revenue, 11.5% in operating profit and 10.8% in net income.

Advanced Governance Standards: Enhancing Board Independence and Transparency

Coway has once again reiterated its commitment to advancing its corporate governance standards through a systematic, multi-phase roadmap. Key milestones achieved and upcoming initiatives include:

• Board Composition: The proportion of independent directors has been increased from 57% to 67%, exceeding the average for major KOSPI-listed companies.
• Institutional Foundation: Coway has established a formal Corporate Governance Charter and a CEO Succession Policy to cement long-term stability and foster transparency.
• Conflict Mitigation: All concurrent executive positions between Coway and parent company Netmarble have been removed, and Coway is set to launch an Internal Transaction Committee composed entirely of independent directors in 2026.
• Board Independence: A Compensation Committee and a Nominating Committee, both consisting solely of independent directors, have been established.
• Balanced Accountability: The company plans to introduce a Lead Independent Director system to secure checks and balances of the board.
• Fiduciary Duty: In line with recent revisions to South Korea’s Commercial Act, Coway will propose amendments to its Articles of Incorporation at the 2026 Annual General Meeting to formally codify directors’ fiduciary duty to shareholders and elect two independent directors through a “separate process” to substantially strengthen the board’s independence.

Strengthening Shareholder Returns and Communication

In 2025, Coway achieved a 40% total shareholder return rate through a balanced mix of cash dividends and treasury stock acquisitions. The company also introduced concrete initiatives to deliver tangible benefits to shareholders while maintaining the total shareholder return rate of 40% through 2027.

Coway also plans to enhance shareholder value by satisfying “High-Dividend Company” requirements, thereby qualifying its shareholders for various incentives and benefits. Starting with the shareholder returns for the 2026 fiscal year, the company is set to flexibly adjust the ratio between cash dividends and share buybacks/cancellations to meet these requirements within its 40% total shareholder return framework.

In parallel, Coway will further bolster shareholder communication through the introduction of C-level executive-led online conference calls, beginning with the 2026 first quarter financial results. This initiative has been designed to improve access to information for investors, as well as to align the company’s investor relations practices with global standards.

Coway’s response to Align Partners also addressed other inquiries raised by shareholders, including mid- to long- term valuation and return-on-equity (ROE) targets, clarification of the company’s target capital structure and a strengthening of the linkage between executive compensation and shareholder value.

A Coway official said, “Management and the board remain steadfast in our commitment to listening to our shareholders and delivering consistent, sustainable growth. Through disciplined strategic execution and transparent governance, Coway will continue to work to maximize long-term value for all our shareholders.”

For additional details about Coway’s Corporate Value-Up Plan, please visit the company’s Investor Relations Page.

About Coway Co., Ltd. 
Established in Korea in 1989, Coway, the “Best Life Solution Company,” is a leading home environment appliances company making people’s lives healthy and comfortable with innovative home appliances such as water purifiers, air purifiers, bidets, and mattresses. BEREX, the company’s sleep & wellness brand, aims to improve the quality of life through cutting-edge mattresses and massage chairs. Since being founded, Coway has become a leader in the home environment appliances industry, with intensive research, engineering, development, and customer service. The company has proven dedication to innovation with award-winning products, home health expertise, unrivaled market share, customer satisfaction, and brand recognition. Coway continues to innovate by diversifying product lines and accelerating overseas business in Malaysia, the USA, Thailand, China, Indonesia, Vietnam, and Europe, based on the business success in Korea. In 2025, the company launched Coway Life Solution, a premium elder care platform offering personalized care solutions tailored to different life stages. For more information, please visit http://www.coway.com/ or http://newsroom.coway.com.

LOS ANGELES, Feb. 9, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Dreame Robotic Vacuums announced its most significant global media moment to date with a multi-million dollar nationwide television commercial premiering during Game Day. This major milestone marks a key moment in Dreame Robotic Vacuums’ efforts to bring next-gen robotic vacuum technology to households across North America and the globe.

The global showcase reflects Dreame Robotic Vacuums’ relentless pursuit of innovation, echoing the spirit of sports where athletes push the limits of human performance in their quest for perfection. Just as athletes challenge their boundaries, Dreame Robotic Vacuums’ technology breaks through traditional limits to achieve new heights in performance, efficiency, and design.

As the core product, the commercial showcases Dreame Robotic Vacuums’ cutting-edge technology and innovative design with the X60 Max Ultra Complete—the thinnest robot vacuum at just 7.95 cm tall. Equipped with AI-Enhanced OmniSight™ navigation and 35,000Pa suction, it delivers precise cleaning even in hard-to-reach areas. Its dual flex arms and heated mopping system ensure thorough cleaning along edges and corners. By combining advanced robotics with exceptional performance, it offers unmatched convenience, making every cleaning session more efficient and effective.

A month before the commercial launch, Dreame Robotic Vacuums made a strong impact at CES 2026, where its X60 Ultra vacuum won 10 prestigious awards, becoming the exhibition’s focal point and attracting significant global investment, particularly from Silicon Valley, which accelerated its expansion and technological rollout worldwide.

A week ago, Dreame Robotic Vacuums hosted The Age of Dreame Intelligence launch event in Silicon Valley’s Stanford area, a global hub for innovation, where it announced securing the top market share in 30 countries by 2025, further solidifying its global dominance.

Dreame Robotic Vacuums has quickly emerged as a market leader, with a strong presence in Poland, Germany, and Switzerland, where its market share consistently exceeds 40%. Its expansion continues rapidly across North America, Asia-Pacific, the Middle East, and South America. Currently, Dreame operates in over 120 countries and regions, with more than 6,500 retail outlets worldwide.

PROVIDENCIALES, Turks and Caicos Islands, Feb. 9, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — KuCoin, a leading global crypto platform built on trust, today announced that it will participate in Consensus Hong Kong 2026, taking place February 10–12 at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre. KuCoin will join the featured panel “Turning Intelligence Into Action” to discuss how the industry can translate market data, on-chain signals, and emerging AI capabilities into practical safeguards and stronger governance.

Edwin Wong, Vice President and Head of Risk Control at KuCoin, will join industry leaders to examine how intelligence moves from monitoring into decision-making and controls. KuCoin views intelligence as valuable only when it improves outcomes—user protection, institutional risk decisions, and market resilience. The discussion will cover how platforms apply real-time insights to reinforce market integrity as AI is adopted across financial services.

As Hong Kong advances its digital-asset market with increasing regulatory clarity and an international financial ecosystem, Consensus Hong Kong provides a venue to align on standards for responsible growth. In Europe, KuCoin previously announced that its European entity has officially obtained a Markets in Crypto-Assets Regulation (MiCAR) license in Austria, describing it as a defining milestone in KuCoin’s long-term Trust and Compliance strategy. In Australia, KuCoin announced a major regulatory milestone with its subsidiary entity officially registered as a Digital Currency Exchange (DCE) under AUSTRAC. This registration places KuCoin under AUSTRAC’s formal oversight for digital currency exchange services.

Beyond markets, KuCoin recently co-hosted the 2026 World Laureates Summit (WLS 2026) with the World Laureates Association in Dubai, contributing as a long-term builder of trusted digital infrastructure, and hosting a Blockchain × Science Forum to examine how blockchain and AI can support scientific collaboration, digital infrastructure, and public governance.

KuCoin looks forward to contributing to the dialogue in Hong Kong and continuing to build transparent, credible, and security-driven Web3 infrastructure.

About KuCoin

Founded in 2017, KuCoin is a leading global crypto platform trusted by over 40 million users across 200+ countries and regions. The platform delivers innovative and compliant digital-asset services, offering access to 1,000+ listed tokens, spot and futures trading, institutional wealth management, and a Web3 wallet.

Recognized by Forbes and Hurun, KuCoin holds SOC 2 Type II and ISO 27001:2022 certifications, underscoring its commitment to top-tier security. With AUSTRAC registration in Australia and a MiCA license in Austria, KuCoin continues expanding its regulated footprint under CEO BC Wong, building a reliable and trusted digital-asset ecosystem.

Learn more: www.kucoin.com

• Carro opens 2 new exclusive showrooms for Dongfeng in Sin Ming, Singapore and PJ Midtown, Selangor
• All Dongfeng cars by Carro will come with Authorised Dealer warranties as well as Carro’s financing and insurance solutions
• Customers can look forward to even more showrooms across Malaysia in the first half of 2026 

SINGAPORE, Feb. 9, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Carro, Asia Pacific’s fastest growing automotive ecosystem and marketplace, is pleased to announce they are now an authorised dealer for Dongfeng Motor Corporation, marking the milestone with 2 brand-new, exclusive showrooms in Sin Ming, Singapore and Petaling Jaya, Malaysia.

With Dongfeng Motor Corporation under its wings, the automotive unicorn is now an authorised dealer of 2 automotive brands, including Zeekr, as they continue to expand their strategy of offering brand-new cars.

The partnership with Volt Auto, the sole distributor of Dongfeng vehicles, is anchored in Carro’s strong presence in Asia Pacific and its robust CRM ecosystem. Together, both parties aim to enhance customer value through more competitive trade-in options, integrated financing and insurance solutions, and a seamless end-to-end ownership experience for Dongfeng customers.

The latest Dongfeng VIGO, Dongfeng 007 and Dongfeng BOX will be sold at all Dongfeng showrooms powered by Carro in Singapore and Malaysia. All Dongfeng cars by Carro come with an Authorised Dealer warranty, as well as Carro’s exclusive financing and insurance solutions.  

“We’re really excited to include yet another trusted brand in our lineup for our customers in Singapore and Malaysia,” says Fong Hon Sum, CEO of International Marketplace at Carro. “We’re seeing a growing demand for hybrid and electric vehicles in both countries, and we want to give our customers the perfect choices as they pick their next car. As early proponents of EVs and NEVs, we’re confident of our experience and expertise in this sector, be it with inspections, repairs, and maintenance, and our customers can feel assured when they pick Carro as their dealer of choice.” 

“Partnering with Carro enables us to scale more efficiently while delivering tangible value to customers, particularly through better trade-in outcomes and a more integrated ownership journey,” said Soh Ming, Founder and Managing Director of Volt Auto. “Carro’s regional footprint and data-driven capabilities complement our ambition to grow Dongfeng as a leading EV brand in Singapore and Malaysia.”

Volt Auto’s momentum in Singapore is underscored by strong industry recognition. The Dongfeng BOX was named SGCARMART Electric Hatchback of the Year 2025 and emerged as Singapore’s best-selling electric hatchback according to records by Singapore’s Land Transport Authority, alongside multiple accolades from OneShift and AutoApp. The Dongfeng 007 also received top honours, including SGCARMART Electric Sedan of the Year 2025 and multiple OneShift awards in the premium EV category.

Dongfeng Motor Corporation, one of China’s “Big Four” state-owned automotive enterprises, has been a significant backbone of China’s automotive industry, with businesses covering commercial vehicles, passenger vehicles, NEVs, auto assemblies, parts and components, machines and equipment, and other automobile-related products and services.

Carro will continue to open more exclusive Dongfeng showrooms in 2026, including a 3S Dongfeng showroom powered by Carro, which will serve as a one-stop shop for retail, repairs and aftersales solutions.

To view a Dongfeng car or make a booking, visit the exclusive showrooms in Singapore and Malaysia, or head over to our websites.

Find out more about our offering of Dongfeng cars.

(Note: The above prices are on-the-road prices, excluding insurance.)

About Volt Auto

Volt Auto is the exclusive authorised distributor of Dongfeng passenger vehicles. The brand’s flagship models, including the Dongfeng BOX and Dongfeng 007, have received multiple industry accolades for value, performance, and design, reflecting strong consumer confidence in Dongfeng’s electric vehicle portfolio. In 2025, Volt Auto was recognised with the Marketing Innovation Award at the Dongfeng Passenger Vehicle Global Partnership Summit, alongside partners from over 100 countries.

For more information on Volt Auto’s products and services, and their future activities, visit their website and LinkedIn.

About Carro

Founded in 2015, Carro is Asia Pacific’s largest online used car marketplace. By offering a trustworthy and transparent experience, Carro transforms the traditional way of buying and selling cars through proprietary pricing algorithms, AI-enabled capabilities, and innovative technological solutions. In 2025, Carro expanded its product line to include Brand New cars in Singapore and Malaysia, offering customers even more options.

Headquartered in Singapore, the unicorn startup has raised over S$700 million from Softbank Vision Fund and several sovereign funds. Together with its subsidiaries and business lines, Carro is supported by more than 4,500 employees across Asia Pacific:

• Carro, Asia Pacific’s largest online used marketplace with a strong key presence in Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia, Thailand, Japan, Taiwan region, and Hong Kong SAR
• Carro Care, Carro’s in-house refurbishment and after-sales servicing capabilities
• Genie Financial Services, a next-generation fintech automotive financing provider in Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia and Thailand
• MPM Rent, leading mobility solutions company in Indonesia specialising in leasing / fleet financing transportation services
• Innorithm, a next-generation fleet management solutions company leveraging state-of-the art IoT and machine learning
• Kaidee, Thailand’s largest online shopping and classifieds platform
• Driven Communications, leading Malaysian integrated digital content & marketing services agency including notable sites like paultan.org    

For more information, please visit: www.carro.co.