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Seveno Capital Invests in PointFit as Next-Generation Wearable Patch Signals a Break from Traditional Wearable Devices

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Investment in PointFit anchors Seveno’s Hong Kong expansion and marks first deal led by new Partner Jean-Baptiste Roy

HONG KONG, March 9, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Seveno Capital has announced a strategic investment in PointFit, a company developing a skin patch wearable for non-invasive and real-time biomarker monitoring through sweat, valuing the business at US $10 million, in a move that underscores growing investor conviction in next-generation wearable technology that goes beyond existing heart-rate wearable devices.

Allen Law, Principal at Seveno Capital (Left), Kenny Oktavius, Co-Founder and CEO of PointFit (Middle), Jean-Baptiste Roy, Partner at Seveno Capital (Right)
Allen Law, Principal at Seveno Capital (Left), Kenny Oktavius, Co-Founder and CEO of PointFit (Middle), Jean-Baptiste Roy, Partner at Seveno Capital (Right)

The transaction reflects Seveno Capital’s strategy of backing globally scalable healthspan platforms emerging from Asia, while actively evaluating investment opportunities across North America and Europe.

PointFit represents a fundamental shift in health monitoring, moving the category away from devices that infer physiology through proxies such as heart rate and motion, towards direct, continuous biological measurement captured at the skin.

PointFit, a Hong Kong-based startup incubated at the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST), has developed its first product for Continuous Lactate Monitoring (CLM), enabling users to understand fatigue, endurance and recovery in real time without invasive blood tests or time-consuming laboratory analysis. Its modular platform design supports future platform expansion beyond its initial endurance focus.

While biomarker data has long been used in elite sport and clinical research, access has historically been confined to invasive, intrusive and controlled environments. By translating laboratory-grade physiological insight into a wearable format, PointFit expands access to continuous biomarker intelligence beyond elite performance settings.

The US $10 million valuation marks a significant milestone for PointFit, validating both the pace of its technical progress and the scale of the market opportunity ahead.  While PointFit’s initial focus is endurance-biomarkers (eg: lactate, electrolytes, sweat rate) monitoring, the company is building toward a broader platform that can track multiple diagnostic biomarkers, enabling future applications across performance, metabolic health, and longevity-focused care.

Analysts project the global wearable market will double to a US$200 billion Total Addressable Market (TAM) by 2030, driven by a massive consumer shift from basic activity tracking to clinical-grade biological data.

Within this, PointFit is strategically positioned to capture a US$15 billion Serviceable Addressable Market (SAM) of tens of millions of dedicated endurance athletes seeking real-time physiological optimisation.

PointFit has successfully carried out demos with global sports federations, teams, technologies, retailers and fitness equipment manufacturers. As the company enters its commercialisation phase, Seveno Capital will supercharge PointFit’s integration with key industry stakeholders internationally, including in the United States. Recent product showcases in Indiana and participation in the Startup World Cup Finale in Silicon Valley have strengthened its engagement with North America’s sports and venture ecosystems. PointFit is also supported by Creative Destruction Lab, a global science-based accelerator, further reinforcing its international scaling trajectory.

PointFit’s international profile accelerated at CES 2026 in Las Vegas, where the company received a CES Innovation Award in Digital Health, placing it among the most closely watched emerging sports technology companies in the United States.

Seveno Capital views PointFit’s progress as reflective of the evolving global fitness and wellness industry, increasingly shaped by Asian innovation and capital. A recent example of this trend is Anta Sports’ acquisition of a 29 per cent stake in iconic German sportswear brand Puma in January 2026, a transaction widely seen as a signal of cross-border consolidation driven from Asia, as global fitness, performance, and lifestyle brands seek scale, technology, and new growth platforms.

Against this backdrop, Seveno Capital believes PointFit is well-positioned to emerge as a globally relevant health-monitoring platform, leveraging Hong Kong’s role as a gateway between Asian capital, international markets, and elite performance ecosystems. 

Inaugural Investment from Seveno Capital’s Hong Kong Platform

The PointFit investment is Singapore-based Seveno Capital’s first transaction since opening a new office in Hong Kong. Hong Kong will serve as a base for sourcing, backing and scaling globally relevant technologies at the intersection of performance, prevention and longevity.

Seveno Capital is a global venture platform investing in human healthspan. The firm evaluates opportunities worldwide and supports its portfolio companies in scaling across major international markets, including Asia, Europe, the Gulf and the United States. Seveno continues to assess investment opportunities in US-based startups, reflecting the scale and strategic importance of the North American health and sports technology market.

The investment is the inaugural deal led by Jean-Baptiste Roy, who has joined Seveno Capital as Partner to expand the firm’s international scope and deepen its focus on performance-led, data-driven technologies. Roy brings extensive experience in sports technology and human performance investing, strengthening Seveno Capital’s ability to identify and scale category-defining platforms with global potential.

Allen Law, Principal at Seveno Capital, said:

“PointFit represents the next generation of health platforms, turning real-time biomarker data into everyday behavioural insight. This is where preventive health is heading – away from occasional testing and toward continuous understanding of the human body. At Seveno Capital, we back technologies that can define new global categories and help build the foundation for longer, stronger lives.”

Jean-Baptiste Roy, Partner at Seveno Capital, said:

“Seveno is building the infrastructure that makes healthspan extension real, and Hong Kong gives us a powerful base to scale globally with unique access to Asia. PointFit brings biomarker visibility that was once limited to elite laboratories into the hands of athletes and everyday users, which is exactly the kind of platform we believe can scale internationally. And I am excited to bring this innovation to everyone from amateur to professional athletes, to train safely and more accurately.”

Kenny Oktavius, Co-Founder and CEO of PointFit, said:

“Seveno’s vision of ‘adding life to years’ mirrors our belief that the future of healthcare is preventive and personalised. With Seveno’s global network across Asia, Europe, and the Middle East, we can accelerate the rollout of the PF-Sweat Patch from elite sports into broader consumer adoption. Together, we are bridging wellness and clinical care so everyone can understand their body’s signals and take control of their healthspan.”

For more information:

PointFit: https://pointfittech.com/

Seveno Capital: https://seveno.capital/

Images of the partnership of Seveno Capital and PointFit can be downloaded here. 

BoCloud Technology Releases BoClaw, the Extremely Easy-to-Install Personal AI Assistant

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BoClaw is an AI collaboration platform for developers and knowledge workers, available on desktop and web. It integrates AI deeply into enterprise workflows–executing tasks, processing files, running scheduled tasks, and being controlled anytime via enterprise IM tools.

Official Website & Download: https://boclaw.ai

BEIJING and SUZHOU, China, March 9, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Today, BoCloud Technology officially launched BoClaw, an AI-native intelligent agent platform. Designed as an intelligent productivity tool for developers and knowledge workers, BoClaw features minimal installation and an easy-to-use experience. Built around the core principles of data staying in-domain, fine-grained permission control, and customizable skills, BoClaw integrates key capabilities including AI conversational collaboration, skill extensions, multi-platform IM remote control, and scheduled tasks.

Through an all-in-one intelligent solution, BoClaw removes efficiency barriers in traditional workflows, enabling AI to deeply integrate into scenarios such as document processing, software development, creative design, and remote work—delivering a comprehensive productivity boost for professionals. In today’s digital workplace, developers and knowledge workers often face challenges such as switching between multiple tools, limited AI capabilities, inconvenient remote collaboration, time-consuming repetitive tasks, and the complexity of installing local AI agents. At the same time, enterprises are placing increasing demands on data security, permission control, and system integration.

BoClaw directly addresses these industry pain points with a powerful feature set, user-friendly design, and a streamlined installation and usage experience. From helping programmers write code more efficiently and enabling analysts to generate reports faster, to supporting designers in bringing creative ideas to life and assisting professionals with daily office tasks, BoClaw serves as an intelligent partner across diverse scenarios—simplifying complex work and freeing users from repetitive tasks.

1. Minimal Installation and Easy Adoption

Minimal Installation and Easy Adoption

BoClaw delivers a low-barrier, one-click, and fully visualized installation experience. It currently supports macOS (Apple Silicon and Intel), Windows 10+, Linux (x64/ARM64), as well as major web browsers through a Web sandbox mode. By following the setup guide and system prompts, even non-technical users can complete the download and installation within 10 minutes and finish the initial setup from scratch within 30 minutes, enabling BoClaw to quickly power intelligent workflows.

Data Sovereignty: Local-First with Private Deployment

All conversations, files, and memory data in BoClaw are stored locally on the user’s device. The platform also supports deployment in private cloud environments, physical servers, and offline infrastructures, ensuring that data remains within the user’s domain and fully meeting strict data protection and security requirements.

Security Control: Three-Layer Protection

Execution Layer:Powered by BoCloud’s 14 years of virtualization expertise, code execution and file operations run in isolated sandboxes with no direct host access.

Permission Layer:AI tool calls require item-by-item approval, with tool-level permission management and one-instance-per-user isolation.

Distribution Layer:The FoLib private skill repository with skill auditing prevents malicious plugins and ensures unified enterprise skill management.

Dual-Mode Architecture

Client Agent Mode: Designed for developers and professional users. Directly connects to large language models locally for near-zero latency responses; supports direct read and write access to the file system, delivering a full IDE-level operational experience.

Client Sandbox Mode: Designed for all users and client-side environments. Enables one-click download and installation of the sandbox to the local environment; VM-level security and permission isolation ensure that sandbox data is fully separated from local data, balancing convenience with security.

Web Sandbox Mode: Designed for enterprise users and coming soon. Accessible directly through the browser with no installation or configuration required; cloud-based VM-level virtualized sandbox isolation provides controllable security permissions, allowing multiple users to operate in parallel without interference.

2. Full-Scenario AI Intelligent Agent: From “Q&A” to Execution

BoClaw’s Cowork module elevates multi-turn AI conversational collaboration to a new level, achieving a true leap from Q&A to execution. It supports streaming conversations and is fully compatible with Markdown, code highlighting, LaTeX, Mermaid, and other formats, enabling developers and knowledge workers to present professional content without switching tools.

For AI tool invocation, BoClaw features a flexible permission approval mechanism–users can approve AI tool calls item by item or grant one-click authorization, balancing efficiency and security.

It also offers three execution modes:

  • Local
  • Sandbox
  • Auto Mode

Users can choose freely based on data privacy requirements and task complexity, ensuring sensitive data protection while leveraging cloud computing power when needed.

In practical workflows, users can attach DOCX, XLSX, PDF, and other files directly within conversations and customize working directories. AI then analyzes and processes content based on those files.

The Artifacts preview feature supports real-time previews of HTML, SVG, React, and Mermaid in a secure sandbox, enabling visual presentation of development and design outputs.

BoClaw also includes quick-start workflow templates for tasks such as PPT generation and data analysis, allowing users to launch professional workflows with a single click.

3. Robust Skill Ecosystem: 36 Built-in Skills + 14,000 Community Skills + Private Skill Repository

BoClaw has built a powerful Skills system, which serves as a core productivity engine.

The platform includes 36 built-in skills across six categories:

  • Document processing
  • Information retrieval
  • Creative design
  • Automation
  • Communication & system tools
  • Meta-skills

These capabilities cover a wide range of everyday work scenarios.

Development & Automation:Programming assistance, automated testing, and scheduled task tools designed for developers. It supports web game development, browser automation, frontend UI building, code planning, and project management.

Office & Document Processing:Includes document editing, spreadsheet handling, presentation generation, email management, and file organization–helping teams streamline document collaboration and task tracking.

Creative & Content Generation:Integrated capabilities such as Seedream, Seedance, Canvas-Design, and Frontend-Design provide AI tools for image and video generation, poster design, social media copywriting, and even novel writing.

Information Retrieval:Provides quick access to practical information such as weather, entertainment, and music, enabling fast query responses.

Personalized Meta-Capabilities:The Skill Creator capability allows users to design custom workflows and build dedicated skills, enabling personalized AI extensions.

BoClaw also supports skill hot-reloading, allowing skills to be updated and activated without restarting the application.

Through the integrated Skill Marketplace, users can browse and install thousands of community skills. Currently, the community ecosystem has contributed 14,000+ skills, continuously expanding the platform’s capabilities.

For enterprise customers, BoClaw introduces the FoLib private skill repository. Organizations can build internal skill hubs for centralized management, secure distribution, and version control. With CI/CD integration, enterprises benefit from open ecosystems while maintaining strict security over core operations.

4. Memory System + Scheduled Tasks: AI That Understands You

BoClaw’s innovative Memory system gives AI personalized memory capabilities, solving the common limitation of traditional AI tools that “cannot remember or understand users.”

The system supports:

  • Explicit memory (user-controlled storage and deletion)
  • Implicit extraction (automatic identification of user profiles and preferences)

Three security levels are provided:

  • Strict
  • Standard
  • Relaxed

These operate alongside LLM secondary verification and TTL caching mechanisms to handle edge cases intelligently.

All memory data is stored locally, and users can view, edit, or delete memories anytime, ensuring transparency and control while allowing AI to become increasingly personalized.

The Scheduled Tasks function enables fully automated workflows.

Supported scheduling modes include:

  • One-time tasks
  • Daily tasks
  • Weekly tasks
  • Monthly tasks
  • Cron expressions

Users can enable, disable, edit, and manage tasks with fine-grained control.

The system logs full execution history and global logs, and each scheduled task automatically creates a Cowork session, allowing users to review execution steps and AI outputs.

Whether generating data reports, synchronizing files, or running automated scripts, BoClaw performs tasks reliably and precisely.

5. Multi-Platform IM Remote Control: Breaking Spatial Limits

To support remote collaboration and mobile work, BoClaw provides an IM Gateway capability.

Through bots on major messaging platforms such as:

  • DingTalk
  • Feishu / Lark
  • WeCom (WeChat Work)
  • Telegram
  • Discord

users can remotely trigger AI tasks.

By sending commands through mobile devices or other terminals, BoClaw can execute tasks on the desktop–such as document processing, code generation, and data analysis–and return results in real time.

This enables users to work efficiently even while traveling or away from their computers.

6. Multi-Model Compatibility + Encrypted Configuration

BoClaw provides high openness and compatibility in AI model support.

It supports 40+ mainstream models, including:

  • Claude
  • GPT
  • DeepSeek
  • Tongyi Qianwen
  • Kimi
  • Zhipu GLM
  • Gemini
  • Ollama

It also supports custom endpoint integration, enabling users to connect their preferred AI services.

The built-in OpenAI-compatible proxy seamlessly bridges Anthropic and OpenAI API formats, allowing multi-model switching without complex configuration.

BoClaw also supports encrypted configuration import and export, protecting sensitive data such as API keys and ensuring strong account security.

7. Enables online tool integration and controllable AI operation.

BoClaw supports the online integration of system tools with centralized permission management. Its permission framework is deeply integrated with the Skills system, enabling a 1:1 permission mapping between the user and BoClaw—BoClaw can only perform actions that the user is authorized to perform, and it is equally restricted from accessing resources the user cannot access.

Every tool invocation undergoes a permission verification process, ensuring that AI operates strictly within existing security boundaries. This guarantees precise operations, reliable outcomes, and fully controllable permissions.

8. Market Differentiation: BoClaw vs. Other Products

Comparison
Dimension

Open-Source
Desktop Agent

General Cloud
Agent

Personal
Assistant

BoClaw

Security Risk

High-risk
vulnerabilities,
malicious plugins

Data stored on
third-party cloud

Personal
tools with no
enterprise
control

Skill audit + sandbox isolation +
local storage

Data Sovereignty

Local but plugins
may steal data

Cloud storage

Local

Private deployment, data stays
in-domain

Permission Control

None

None

None

Item-by-item approval + one-
instance-per-user

System Integration

None

None

None

Native integration with
Jira/GitLab/OA/ERP

Skill Management

Unregulated
plugin ecosystem

Closed ecosystem

Personal
installation

FoLib private repo + 14,000+
community skills

Localization
Support

None

None

Partial

Full support for Loongson,
Phytium, Kylin, UOS

 

Core Differentiated Positioning:

Minimal Installation and Easy Adoption

Data In-Domain • Customizable Skills • Full System Connectivity

9. Diverse Application Scenarios

Scenario

How BoClaw Empowers

Software R&D

AI-assisted coding and debugging; automated task flow via GitLab/Jira; scheduled
build script execution

Data Analysis

Natural language database queries; automated visual reports; scheduled business
data aggregation

Marketing

Competitor monitoring, public sentiment analysis, automated reporting

Human Resources

Resume screening, interview scheduling, employee support

Customer Service

Intelligent ticket classification and automated replies

Finance & Operations

Expense management, financial report generation, automated reconciliation

 

10.  Minimal Workflow and Cross-Platform Compatibility

BoClaw embeds the principle of simplicity throughout its product design, delivering a streamlined three-step user workflow:

Install and configure the AI model API key with one click

Desktop usage: Start a new collaboration session, enter a prompt, and the AI automatically executes the task to quickly generate results.

Remote usage: Configure an IM bot with one click. By sending messages through platforms such as DingTalk or Feishu, BoClaw executes tasks and returns results automatically.

Extended capabilities: Browse and install online skills from the Skill Marketplace with one click. Once enabled, these skills instantly expand the AI’s capabilities.

BoClaw fully supports macOS (Apple Silicon / Intel), Windows 10+, Linux (x64 / ARM64), and major web browsers (Web Sandbox Mode), providing a consistent user experience across different devices.

BoClaw is now officially available.

Individual users can download the platform for free from the official website, while enterprise customers can apply for private deployment solutions and technical consultation.

Official Website: https://boclaw.ai

LOTTE Biologics to Participate in DCAT Week 2026 in New York to Explore Global Partnership Opportunities

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SEOUL, South Korea, March 9, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — LOTTE Biologics announced today that it will participate in DCAT Week 2026, a global pharmaceutical and biotechnology industry event taking place in New York from March 23 to 26, to explore new partnership opportunities and strengthen its global presence in the contract development and manufacturing organization (CDMO) sector.

Held annually in New York, DCAT Week is one of the industry’s most prominent global gatherings, bringing together pharmaceutical companies, CDMOs, and other life sciences stakeholders to discuss collaboration opportunities and industry trends.

During the event, LOTTE Biologics will host a series of meetings at the Lotte New York Palace Hotel, where DCAT Week is held, to engage with potential partners and explore new business opportunities in the global CDMO market, including North America.

The company will highlight the synergy between its Syracuse Bio Campus in New York and the Songdo Bio Campus in Incheon, South Korea, which is scheduled for mechanical completion in August 2026 as part of LOTTE Biologics’ plan to expand its global manufacturing network. By leveraging the dual-site model across the United States and Korea, the company aims to support global partners with flexible and reliable manufacturing capabilities.

LOTTE Biologics will also emphasize the expansion of its service capabilities through strategic collaborations. In particular, through its ongoing collaboration with the U.S.-based cell line development experts Asimov, the company is able to offer end to end DNA to DS services. This collaboration allows for streamlined, unified capabilities with 8.5 month timelines from transfection to drug substance release.

“DCAT Week is an important gathering where key decision-makers across the global pharmaceutical and biotechnology industry come together,” said a representative from LOTTE Biologics. “Through this participation, we aim to actively explore partnership opportunities with potential clients and continue strengthening our competitiveness in the global market.”

MiaoLab Launches Living Series with Tower Power Strip – Meeting Your Desk’s Buddy That Bounces Back

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SHENZHEN, China , March 9, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — MiaoLab, a dynamic lifestyle brand founded in 2025, today announced the launch of MiaoLab Living, a new lifestyle product series designed to elevate everyday living through safety-focused, intelligent, and thoughtfully integrated home solutions.

Flagship Product: MiaoLab Tower Power Strip

The MiaoLab Tower Power Strip—a safety power solution designed for households. The product uses packaging made from over 90% recyclable materials and features a housing designed to reduce environmental impact.

Power for Shared Occasions and Multi-Device Use

Events & Holiday Gatherings: Up to 3680W output with multiple outlets, powering speakers, lighting, and personal devices at the same time.

Family Homes & Daily Use: Designed for safety with overload protection, an 850°C flame-retardant housing, and 10,000+ plug-in cycle durability.

Gaming & Multi-Device Desks: 1420J surge protection shields consoles, PCs, monitors, and peripherals from power spikes.

Work-from-Home & Office Setups: Vertical form factor and a 2-meter power cord keep desks organized and flexible.

RV & Mobile Living: A self-righting roly-poly base and compact vertical design ensure stable power on the move.

Availability:

The MiaoLab Tower Power Strip is available on Amazon in select regions. For the latest product information, please visit https://linktr.ee/MiaoLab.

MiaoLab Living Tower Power Strip with surge protection and type-c fast charging in multiple colors
MiaoLab Living Tower Power Strip with surge protection and type-c fast charging in multiple colors

Upcoming MiaoLab Living Home Essentials:

MiaoLab Living will soon expand its offerings with a curated range of home essentials focused on safety, comfort, and intelligence:

Smart Wall Socket — automatically cuts off power when user approaches within arm’s reach, using wide-angle radar detection to help reduce the risk of electrical accidents.

This includes situations such as children approaching the outlet, pets chewing on cables, or using kitchen appliances with wet hands, enhancing safety beyond traditional wall sockets.

Warming Base Tableware: Designed to maintain food and beverages at optimal serving temperatures, enhancing dining experiences.

Customized Supportive Mattress: Ergonomically engineered for personalized support, promoting deeper, more restorative sleep.

Awarded the 2026 iF Design Award, the mattress showcases an innovative approach to ergonomic sleep design.

About MiaoLab Workshop

MiaoLab is a collaborative ecosystem connecting entrepreneurs, investors, engineers, and suppliers to efficiently bring innovative ideas to market. Its philosophy, “Create as You Imagine, Build as You Wish,” streamlines the journey from concept to sales.

Media Contact:
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Email: contact@miaolab.com
Tel.: +1-312-388-3301
Website: www.miaolab.com

Winners Announced at the 2025 Yahoo Asia Big Idea Chair Awards

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Toyota, Hong Kong Tourism Board and Uni-China Group Claim Top Honors
 Yahoo Best Brand Awards Spotlight Trust, Innovation, Youth and Sustainability

TAIPEI and HONG KONG, March 9, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Yahoo hosted the 17th Yahoo Asia Big Idea Chair Awards 2025 in Taiwan, recognizing outstanding digital marketing creativity and performance from Taiwan and Hong Kong.

Yahoo hosted the Asia Big Idea Chair Awards 2025 in Taiwan.
Yahoo hosted the Asia Big Idea Chair Awards 2025 in Taiwan.

The event also announced the Yahoo Best Brand Awards in Taiwan, honoring 24 Best Brands across eight categories. Winners were selected from more than 300,000 valid votes cast by Taiwanese consumers, with senior brand executives attending the ceremony.

For over a decade, the Yahoo Asia BIC Awards has served as a key platform for Asia’s marketing and advertising industry, spotlighting campaigns that excel in creative strategy, media execution, content impact and measurable business results.

Pete Wong, General Manager of Yahoo Asia, said, “As the digital landscape evolves, Yahoo remains committed to serving as a trusted guide for users and a premium, brand-safe platform for partners. We are deepening our investment in editorial excellence, data and AI innovation to elevate content experiences and deliver integrated marketing solutions that generate measurable impact. At the same time, we will refine the Asia BIC Awards in step with industry transformation and advance AI-driven products to accelerate brands’ future growth.”

This year’s judging panel and supporting organizations comprised 11 representatives from major industry associations across Taiwan and Hong Kong, such as The Association of Accredited Advertising Agents of Taipei (4A), Taiwan Digital Marketing Association (DMA), International Advertising Association Taipei (IAA), Media Agency Association Taipei (MAA), Taipei Association of Advertising Agencies (TAAA), Hong Kong Association of Interactive Marketing (HKAIM), The Association of Accredited Advertising Agencies of Hong Kong (HK4As), Hong Kong Advertisers Association (HK2A), HKMA Digital Marketing Community (DMC), and Interactive Advertising Bureau Hong Kong (IAB HK). Entries were evaluated based on creativity, media application, content effectiveness, and measurable results.

The event brought together 150 industry leaders, brand representatives, and agency partners. Among this year’s notable winners:

Asia Big Idea Chair Champion (Outstanding)
Winner: Toyota
Toyota partnered with Yahoo in Taiwan to launch the automotive industry’s first “1,000 Livestream Marathon,” connecting 100 dealerships nationwide and training over 100 sales consultants as livestream hosts. Leveraging Yahoo live programming and cross-platform amplification, the campaign strengthened brand innovation while driving growth in showroom traffic and sales.

Asia Big Idea Chair Champion (Merit)
Winner: Hong Kong Tourism Board
Under the theme “Discover Hong Kong Like a Local,” the Hong Kong Tourism Board collaborated with Yahoo editorial teams in Taiwan and Hong Kong to promote culinary, cultural and local travel experiences. By integrating Yahoo News, travel channels, social media and Native advertising, the campaign generated over 130 million impressions and nearly one million page views, boosting engagement and travel intent.

Asia Big Idea Chair Champion (Merit)
Winner: Uni-China Group (Brand: Hong Kong Market)
In response to post-pandemic consumer shifts, Hong Kong Market partnered with Yahoo Hong Kong to launch its Eshop, leveraging campaign optimization and audience segmentation to drive digital transformation. Through the Yahoo App Reward Program, Yahoo Shopping Festival and impactful banner, video, and native ads, the campaign boosted member growth and sales. The first wave of coupons was fully redeemed shortly after launch, highlighting strong conversion momentum.

In addition to celebrating campaign excellence, Yahoo presented the Yahoo Best Brand Awards 2025 in partnership with global research firm Kantar. The program combined professional nominations, Yahoo search trend analysis and public voting in Taiwan. With more than 300,000 valid votes cast, 24 Best Brands were recognized across eight categories, reflecting four core value dimensions: Trust, Innovation, Youth and Sustainability.

As AI adoption advances and digital ecosystems evolve, Yahoo will continue strengthening its AI and data-driven capabilities while working with brand and agency partners to deliver more integrated and effective marketing solutions across Asia.

TIER IV tests Level 2+ semi-trailer truck for long-haul autonomous logistics with Yamato Transport and Mitsubishi Fuso

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TOKYO, March 9, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — TIER IV, the pioneering force behind open-source software for autonomous driving, has completed proof of concept tests for long-haul autonomous trucking with Yamato Transport Co., Ltd. (Yamato Transport) and Mitsubishi Fuso Truck and Bus Corporation (MFTBC), as part of a Japanese government initiative. The tests evaluated vehicle performance, safety protocols and operational workflows, with customer freight transported on a semi-trailer truck equipped with Level 2+ technology. The data and operational insights gathered will be used to refine autonomous driving technology, with the ultimate goal of integrating Level 4 trucks into Yamato Group’s long-haul transportation routes.

Overview

  • Period: February 16-20, 2026
  • Route: Haneda Chronogate Base (Tokyo) – Kansai Gateway Base (Osaka). Two round trips (four legs) of the about 500-km route were completed. The truck operated at Level 2+ for 100 km on the Shin-Tomei Expressway between two service areas in Shizuoka Prefecture.

Evaluation scope

  • Vehicle performance and safety
    • Collection of trailer motion data, including sway and articulation trajectories.
    • Performance verification, tracking hands-off duration and lane-keeping accuracy.
    • Analysis of surrounding conditions, driver decision-making criteria and other factors linked to manual interventions.
  • Travel time
    • Confirmation that schedules were maintained during Level 2+ driving as reliably as during manual operations, without delays.
  • Operational workflows
    • Trials of systems that automate parts of the pre-trip inspection, such as tire pressure checks.
    • Remote monitoring of vehicle status and surroundings to prepare for future Level 4 operations.

Driver testimonial

“There was a bit of a learning curve at first, but once I understood how the system behaves, I felt at ease. Looking ahead, I hope autonomous trucks become a reliable partner for us, helping to maintain our hauling capacity.”

Videos and photos

Multimedia assets are available for download below.

About TIER IV

TIER IV stands at the forefront of deep tech innovation, pioneering Autoware, open-source software for autonomous driving. With a comprehensive suite of platforms and services built around Autoware, TIER IV provides everything from software development and vehicle procurement to operational support. Through the Autoware ecosystem, TIER IV works with partners worldwide to shape the future of intelligent vehicles with open-source software, aiming to create mobility that is safer, more sustainable, and accessible to all.

Autoware is a registered trademark of the Autoware Foundation.

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Tech Innovator Acquires Nexxus Building Trivium to Oversee Asset Management

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Central Landmark Set for Revitalization with International Expertise


HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 9 March 2026 – In a vote of confidence in Hong Kong’s vibrant and enduring business environment, Nexxus Building, a landmark Grade‑A commercial property in Central’s prestigious CBD, has been acquired by a leading figure in the technology sector. Trivium Asset Management (“Trivium”), an Asian real estate investment and asset management firm, has been appointed as Nexxus Building’s Asset Manager (“AMC” or Asset Management Company), taking charge of the asset’s comprehensive management and operations.

Under new ownership, Nexxus Building is set to undergo a forward‑looking transformation integrating next‑generation technologies with world‑class professional management. The revitalization aims to redefine the building’s market positioning, enhance its tenant experience, and reinforce its status as an iconic and premier Grade‑A property in the heart of Hong Kong’s CBD.

Leveraging Trivium’s extensive expertise, the enhancement programme will incorporate smart‑building management systems and sustainability‑driven upgrades designed to meet the evolving needs of global tenants. The reimagined Nexxus Building aims to attract financial institutions, fintech platforms, and technology enterprises, reaffirming Central’s position as Asia’s dynamic financial and innovation hub.

Mr. Wilfred Ma, Managing Partner of Trivium Asset Management, said, “Trivium is honored to be entrusted with the role of Asset Manager (“AMC” or Asset Management Company) for Nexxus Building, one of Hong Kong’s most iconic commercial landmarks. Drawing on our track record in real estate investment and operations across Hong Kong and Japan, we are committed to implementing forward‑thinking strategies that enhance tenant value, optimize building performance, and unlock Nexxus Building’s full potential as a commercial anchor in the city’s core.”

Originally built in 1962 as the former headquarters of Hang Seng Bank, Nexxus Building has been a witness to Hong Kong’s rise as a global financial centre. Following a major renovation in 2008 and the addition of a direct footbridge to IFC and the Airport Express in 2020, the building continues to host multinational corporations, leading financial institutions and professional services firms, and premium retail tenants – including the iconic Hong Kong Bankers Club – reinforcing its status as one of Central’s most distinguished Grade‑A office towers.

Hashtag: #TriviumAssetManagement

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

About Trivium Asset Management

Founded in 2022, Trivium Asset Management is a Hong Kong‑based real estate investment and asset management firm overseeing assets valued at over US$900 million across Asia. Trivium serves institutional investors, financial institutions, and family offices through integrated investment and asset management, value‑creation strategies, and technology integration. The firm’s mission is to maximize long‑term value and promote sustainable growth for clients and communities alike.

HOFA Announces the Second Edition of the Digital Art Awards, in Collaboration with Exhibition Partner PhillipsX in Hong Kong, proudly backed by Lightyear

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HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 9 March 2026 – Celebrating a new generation of digital artists working across generative systems, AI, immersive media and experimental formats, with winners selected by a panel of leading experts and exhibited at Phillips’ Asia headquarters in the West Kowloon Cultural District during Hong Kong Art Basel Week 2026.

Refik Anadol, 'Sense of Healing', 2023, AI Data Sculpture (Courtesy of the Artist)
Refik Anadol, ‘Sense of Healing’, 2023, AI Data Sculpture (Courtesy of the Artist)

The awards ceremony will take place on 24 March 2026, featuring the four key categories of Still Image, Moving Image, Innovation and Experiential and followed by a private sale exhibition hosted by Phillips in Hong Kong, from 25–28 March 2026.

As a highlight of Hong Kong’s spring art calendar, the awards celebrate the growing cultural significance of digital art and spotlights the visionary artists redefining visual culture through cutting-edge technologies.

Thirty two international finalists will be selected for their work pushing the boundaries of digital creativity. Each of the four category winners will receive a $10,000 USDC commission towards a new artwork.

The thirty two finalists include several prominent figures in digital and generative art, such as Erick Calderon (Snowfro) Founder of Art Blocks, Botto, Sarah Meyohas, William Mapan, Sasha Stiles and Mario Klingemann – underscoring the calibre of talent the awards are already attracting with over two hundred applications across more than fifty countries.

Refik Anadol is nominated for the Honorary Career Award for Sense of Healing, an AI Data Sculpture that emerges from Refik Anadol Studio’s long-term research into creating meditative art based on neurological data.

Finalists and winners will be selected by a panel of leading experts in art, hospitality and technology, including Irini Mirena Papadimitriou, Exhibitions Director at Diriyah Art Futures, Thomas Heyne, Co-Founder and CEO at Scorpios, Dorothy di Stefano, Art Curator and Creative Strategist at Molten Immersive Art, Danielle So, Hong Kong Head of Auction, Modern & Contemporary Art, Phillips, Sebastien Borget, Co-Founder & Global of The Sandbox, SANDchain, President of Blockchain Game Alliance and Co-Founder of Artverse, Jean-Michel Pailhon, Co-Founder and Chief Investment Officer at Grailcapital, Simonida Pavicevic, Co-Founder and Curator at HOFA, Justin Gilanyi, Founder of WhereArt.Works and Curator at SILK, and Matt Zhang, Founder and Managing Partner at Hivemind Capital.

The Digital Art Awards are proudly backed by Lightyear, a subsidiary of Hivemind Digital Group. A full-stack digital culture partner, Lightyear provides infrastructure, liquidity and market expertise, and hands-on delivery for digital ownership and engagement across physical and digital experiences. Lightyear is committed to championing artists and organizations pushing the boundaries of digital culture.

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