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Full Truck Alliance Co. Ltd. to Announce First Quarter 2025 Financial Results on Wednesday, May 21, 2025

Earnings Call Scheduled for 8:00 A.M. U.S. ET on May 21, 2025 

GUIYANG, China, May 6, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Full Truck Alliance Co. Ltd. (“FTA” or the “Company”) (NYSE: YMM), a leading digital freight platform, today announced that it will release its first quarter 2025 unaudited financial results on Wednesday, May 21, 2025, before the open of the U.S. markets.

The Company’s management will hold an earnings conference call at 8:00 A.M. U.S. Eastern Time on May 21, 2025 or 8:00 P.M. Beijing Time to discuss the financial results.

For participants who wish to join the conference using dial-in numbers, please complete online registration using the link provided below prior to the scheduled call start time.

Participant Online Registration:
https://dpregister.com/sreg/10199503/ff10298dd2 

Upon registration, each participant will receive details for the conference call, including dial-in numbers, passcode and a unique access PIN. To join the conference, please dial the provided number, enter the passcode followed by your PIN, and you will join the conference.

A replay of the conference call will be accessible by phone one hour after the conclusion of the live call at the following numbers, until May 28, 2025:

United States:

+1-877-344-7529

International:

+1-412-317-0088

Replay Access Code:

7169866

A live and archived webcast of the conference call will also be available on the Company’s investor relations website at ir.fulltruckalliance.com.

About Full Truck Alliance Co. Ltd.

Full Truck Alliance Co. Ltd. (NYSE: YMM) is a leading digital freight platform connecting shippers with truckers to facilitate shipments across distance ranges, cargo weights and types. The Company provides a range of freight matching services, including freight listing, freight brokerage and transaction services. The Company also provides a range of value-added services that cater to the various needs of shippers and truckers, such as financial institutions, highway authorities, and gas station operators. With a mission to empower enterprises with greater logistics competitiveness, the Company is shaping the future of logistics with technology and aspires to revolutionize logistics, improve efficiency across the value chain and reduce its carbon footprint for our planet. For more information, please visit ir.fulltruckalliance.com.

For investor and media inquiries, please contact:

In China:

Full Truck Alliance Co. Ltd.
Mao Mao
E-mail: IR@amh-group.com

Piacente Financial Communications
Hui Fan
Tel: +86-10-6508-0677
E-mail: FTA@thepiacentegroup.com

In the United States:

Piacente Financial Communications
Brandi Piacente
Tel: +1-212-481-2050
E-mail: FTA@thepiacentegroup.com

Caresoft Global Announces Strategic Partnership with KPIT to Drive Leadership in Technology and Cost Optimization Strategies for the Automotive Industry

Caresoft Global’s engineering solutions business is to join KPIT, as Caresoft doubles down on technology optimization and cost reduction engineering for the automotive industry.

LONDON, May 6, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Caresoft Global, a global leader in automotive benchmarking, Cost reduction strategies, and engineering solutions, today announced a strategic realignment of its business and a new chapter in its growth journey. The company will restructure its business into three business units: 1. Benchmarking, Technology Optimization & Cost Reduction Engineering, 2. Engineering Talent Solutions and 3. Engineering Solutions.

(Left) Mathew Vachaparampil, CEO, Caresoft Global; (Right) Kishor Patil Co-founder, CEO & Managing Director of KPIT Technologies
(Left) Mathew Vachaparampil, CEO, Caresoft Global; (Right) Kishor Patil Co-founder, CEO & Managing Director of KPIT Technologies

As part of this strategic realignment, KPIT Technologies, a global leader specializing in software-defined vehicles (SDV), embedded systems, and system integration, will acquire Caresoft Global’s carved-out Engineering Solutions business, which is especially focused on off-highway and truck and bus segments globally.

Caresoft Global will continue strengthening its Automotive vertical while partnering with KPIT to expand its benchmarking and cost reduction business into new areas such as software benchmarking, creating unique market differentiators, and jointly exploring downstream implementation opportunities.

With China continuing to lead in vehicle electrification, AI, modular architectures, and aggressive cost leadership, Caresoft Global, with its strong market presence and deep relationships in China, will partner with KPIT in that region. Together, they aim to bring Chinese innovation to the rest of the world.

This is a defining moment for Caresoft,” said Mathew Vachaparampil, CEO of Caresoft Global. “The strength of this partnership is greater than the sum of its parts. While our engineering services are moving into great hands, Caresoft and KPIT will now focus on delivering greater value to customers seeking to save costs in a world of rapid technological evolution and geopolitical complexities. We will jointly deliver more value to our automotive customers in terms of technology, cost, and speed to market.”

In a statement, Kishor Patil, Co-founder, CEO & Managing Director of KPIT Technologies, said, “We are excited to welcome Caresoft Global’s Engineering Solutions business to the KPIT family. At KPIT, we are deepening relationships with trucks and off-highway makers and accelerating our foray into China. Also, OEMs across segments are looking for a partner who can bring more agility and cost efficiency by taking an integrated view of software, hardware, and manufacturing. With Caresoft Global’s strong expertise, we have a strategic partnership which will bring unparalleled value to the mobility ecosystem.”

Continuity of Leadership

Key leaders from Caresoft Global’s Engineering Solutions division, including Caresoft veteran and President of Engineering, Kalyan Nagarajan, and his team, will transition to KPIT to ensure leadership continuity and sustained growth.

“I am confident that with strong synergistic capabilities, shared values, a customer-centric approach, and KPIT’s laser-focused execution, we are well-positioned to deliver more value to our existing off-highway and truck & bus customers,” said Kalyan. “We are also now set up with the depth and scale to expand our vehicle engineering, cost transformation, and manufacturing solutions.”

About Caresoft Global

Caresoft Global is a leader in automotive benchmarking, technology optimization, cost reduction engineering strategies, and engineering solutions. The company helps automotive OEMs and suppliers optimize their current and future programs’ design, cost, and performance. Headquartered in the USA, with a strong global presence in Europe, Japan, China, India, and the UAE, Caresoft Global is trusted by world’s leading automotive companies.

About KPIT Technologies

KPIT Technologies is a global partner to the automotive and mobility ecosystem, making software-defined vehicles a reality. With around 13,000 “automobelievers” specializing in embedded software, AI, and digital solutions, KPIT is helping the mobility industry leapfrog toward a cleaner, smarter, and safer future.

Marketing and Communications
marcom@caresoftglobal.com

Plastic Rocket Kills Man During Festival in Xiengkhouang

Rocket Festival in Laos

A rocket made of plastic pipe struck and killed a 46-year-old man during Bun Bang Fai (Rocket Festival) celebrations in Perp village, Pek district, Xiengkhouang Province, on 5 May afternoon.

Rescue units responded to the incident around 4:00 PM. They found the man, a resident of Na Khuan village, unconscious with a severe wound near his ear. He died shortly after, Rescue 1623 Xiengkhouang confirmed in a Facebook post

Witnesses said the rocket veered off course and exploded near the victim. Authorities have launched an investigation to determine the cause and check for safety violations.

As they promptly suspended the launches, officials urged all festival participants to follow stricter safety guidelines to prevent further injuries.

Every year, villagers across Laos celebrate Bun Bang Fai by launching homemade rockets to call for rain and mark the beginning of the planting season. 

Though the rockets were once made of bamboo, many now use metal or PVC, increasing the risk of accidents.

Before the festival, each village forms a committee to plan the event, setting rules, inviting neighboring communities, and drafting safety measures. 

Villagers also compete for prizes awarded for the highest-flying and best-decorated rockets, adding a competitive edge to the celebrations.

Bun Bang Fai is a centuries-old Lao tradition. Families and friends craft rockets from bamboo or modern materials and launch them in open fields to encourage rainfall. 

These events also include parades, music, traditional performances, and local food, drawing large crowds from across the country.

Tanoto Foundation and Gates Foundation to Advance Health, Nutrition and Education in Asia

Better Health, Brighter Futures: Tanoto and Gates Foundations Join Hands for Asia’s Communities


SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 6 May 2025 – Tanoto Foundation and Gates Foundation today announced the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to explore collaborative efforts aimed at unlocking human potential and helping communities thrive across Asia. The MoU brings together the two foundations’ shared commitment and experience in advancing healthcare, nutrition, education, and strengthening the philanthropic ecosystem in the region.

Tanoto Foundation x Gates Foundation MoU
Tanoto Foundation x Gates Foundation MoU

Through this partnership, the two foundations build on their existing relationship to collaborate and work together to identify, design, and implement joint initiatives in areas including Public health and healthcare delivery; Maternal and child nutrition; Access to quality education and; Strengthening philanthropic ecosystem and capacity-building in Asia.

“This partnership is a significant step toward unlocking new possibilities for systems change in Asia and builds on our existing impactful programs,” said Belinda Tanoto, member of the Board of Trustees, Tanoto Foundation. “In today’s rapidly changing world, the challenges we face are complex and interconnected, from widening funding gaps to the rising disparity between rich and poor. No single organization, no matter how large or resourceful, can tackle these issues alone. That’s why collaboration is so critical. By partnering with like-minded organizations like the Gates Foundation, we can leverage our collective strengths to catalyze lasting change. We believe that when we invest in people, we unlock human potential and transform futures. Through collaboration, we can work together to create more impactful, sustainable solutions that reach the communities that need them the most.”

Each project under this partnership will be governed by its own specific agreement, which will outline the objectives, scope, budget, roles, and responsibilities of both parties. These project-specific agreements will also reflect a shared commitment to the principle of ensuring that innovations, knowledge, and solutions developed are affordable and accessible to the communities that need them the most.

The Gates Foundation emphasized the importance of long-term partnerships in driving meaningful change. “Collaboration with local and regional partners is key to achieving lasting impact,” said Hari Menon, Director, South and Southeast Asia of the Gates Foundation. “We’re excited to deepen our partnership with the Tanoto Foundation, building on the important work we have done together, starting from our nutrition partnership in Indonesia. By bringing together our complementary strengths, networks, and regional expertise, we can accelerate progress and help improve the lives of millions across Asia.”

Both organizations have a long-standing commitment to addressing systemic societal issues. Tanoto Foundation has over 40 years of experience working across Asia to support education systems, healthcare innovation, and leadership development, while the Gates Foundation has been instrumental in global efforts to eradicate diseases, expand financial inclusion, and improve agricultural productivity.

Hashtag: #TanotoFoundation

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

About Gates Foundation:

Guided by the belief that every life has equal value, the Gates Foundation works to help all people lead healthy, productive lives. In developing countries, we work with partners to create impactful solutions so that people can take charge of their futures and achieve their full potential. In the United States, we aim to ensure that everyone—especially those with the fewest resources—has access to the opportunities needed to succeed in school and life. Based in Seattle, Washington, the foundation is led by CEO Mark Suzman, under the direction of Bill Gates and our governing board.

More information is available at

About Tanoto Foundation:

At Tanoto Foundation, we unlock human potential, help communities thrive, and create lasting impact. Founded in 1981 by Sukanto Tanoto and Tinah Bingei Tanoto, we are an independent family foundation that believes in providing every person with the opportunity to realize his or her full potential. To do so, we catalyze systems change in education and healthcare. Our approach is impact-first, collaborative, and evidence-based. We invest for the long term and strive to develop leaders who can drive sustained, positive outcomes.

More information is available at

Sinch and OneReach.ai Announce Strategic Partnership

Bringing Customer Communication and Agentic AI to Businesses Globally

ATLANTA and STOCKHOLM, May 6, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Sinch (Sinch AB (publ)) – (XSTO: SINCH,) which is pioneering the way the world communicates through its Customer Communications Cloud, today announced a strategic partnership with OneReach.ai., a leader in the Forrester Wave and Gartner Magic Quadrant for Conversational AI. This partnership will empower businesses worldwide to rapidly deploy customized agentic AI experiences across the communication channels their customers use most.

As companies increasingly embrace AI to scale personalized engagement, this collaboration combines Sinch’s enterprise-grade global messaging, voice, and email capabilities with OneReach.ai’s Generative Studio X (GSX)—a powerful, end-to-end platform that enables organizations to build, deploy, and orchestrate AI-native applications. Together, Sinch and OneReach.ai aim to set a new standard for making it easy to incorporate agentic AI in customer communications.

GSX empowers businesses to rapidly develop and orchestrate AI agents capable of handling complex, omni-channel interactions that leverage real-time data, coordinate across systems, and improve over time. With over 1,000 pre-built components and a composable architecture, GSX dramatically accelerates time to value – helping organizations automate workflows, reduce costs, and increase satisfaction across both customer and employee touchpoints.

“At Sinch, we’re relentlessly focused on helping businesses create personalized, relevant, and timely experiences on the channels that matter most,” said Robert Gerstmann, Chief Evangelist, and Co-Founder at Sinch. “Our partnership with OneReach.ai expands on that mission – combining our intelligent global communications infrastructure with their powerful AI agent orchestration platform. This is one of many collaborations where Sinch is powering the next generation of agentic AI through our enterprise-grade architecture, scale, and global presence.”

With OneReach.ai’s open architecture and extensive library of pre-built integrations—including CRM, ERP, and IT Service Management systems—enterprises can seamlessly add communications to existing businesses processes, ensuring data flows freely and AI agents can act with full context and precision.

“We chose to add Sinch as a partner to amplify the reach of our AI Agent Orchestration Platform, particularly given their global leadership in CPaaS and RCS,” said Robb Wilson, CEO at OneReach.ai. “With GSX, we’re enabling enterprises to transform customer and employee experiences by combining our strengths in intelligent automation with Sinch’s strength in global communications infrastructure, offering unmatched flexibility in deploying sophisticated agentic solutions.”

Sinch’s approach to AI is rooted in intentional intelligence – leveraging the right tools and partnerships to deliver smarter, safer conversational experiences. As a trusted provider across industries like financial services, healthcare, and telecom, Sinch powers agentic AI through enterprise-grade architecture, unmatched scale, and a global presence.

Together with partners like OneReach.ai, Sinch is helping all over the world to connect with customers at every step of their journey. For more information visit Sinch.com

For more information please contact:
Janet Lennon, Director of Global PR & Communications
janet.lennon@sinch.com |1.206.914.6175

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ZEELOOL Unveils Rebrand as the Ultimate “Daily Optical Stylist”

AUSTIN, Texas, May 6, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — ZEELOOL, the innovative online eyewear retailer has recently launched a complete rebrand that positions itself as the ultimate “Daily Optical Stylist” The revamped strategy introduces an overhauled and visual identity, improved digital shopper experience, and refocuses the brand on it’s strength, providing practical, affordable fashion eyewear for all of life’s moments.

Eyewear Crafted for Every Moment
Eyewear Crafted for Every Moment

Eyewear Crafted for Every Moment

The new ZEELOOL is built around a simple concept: Eyewear Crafted for Every Moment. In practice, this shows up in the brand’s versatile and creative eyewear collections designed around moments we all experience in our daily lives, as seen in their Professional Life, Weekend Wear, and Vacation Mood collections. Through an affordable yet stylish product offering ZEELOOL encourages and enables consumers to match glasses and sunglasses with every outfit, outing, and occasion. No longer are shoppers bound to one or two pairs of cost-prohibitive glasses; they are free to explore and express themselves at will, thanks to a progressive direct-to-consumer retail model and affordable pricing that eliminates unnecessary middlemen.

Delivering a Premium Digital Experience

When it comes to establishing a premium and frictionless digital experience for shoppers, there are two primary aspects. 1. A beautifully designed visual experience that showcases products as they actually are, and 2. A user experience that is intuitive and reduces unnecessary screens and flows.

ZEELOOL‘s rebranding completely refreshes their visual system, featuring a new sleeker logo, tightened color palette, and elevated photographic standards. The new aesthetic better communicates their “Daily Optical Stylist position and is both professional and approachable, allowing any and all customers to feel comfortable shopping their online platforms. 

Beyond the visual update, ZEELOOL’s online platforms have been redesigned to focus on clarity of information and ease of use. Users have all their questions about the product and purchasing preemptively answered through an intuitive interface and product pages that include all essential, practical, and aesthetic information. Additional improvements include a cleaner landing page, improved checkout, and a redesigned mobile app allowing users to shop on whatever device they’re most comfortable with.

The refreshed ZEELOOL brand is now live across all digital platforms. Fashion enthusiasts, eyewear collectors, and those seeking to elevate their personal style with high-quality, affordable glasses are invited to explore the new collections at ZEELOOL.com.

About ZEELOOL

Established in 2017, ZEELOOL makes high-quality, affordable eyewear that blends style into consumers’ daily needs. As your daily optical stylist, ZEELOOL offers prescription glasses and sunglasses that prove fashion doesn’t need a premium price tag. With nearly 2,000 unique frames organized across six collections based on daily scenarios, ZEELOOL provides options for every look, occasion, and personality. Each pair combines durable materials, precise craftsmanship, and the latest optical technology. Through their streamlined digital shopping experience, ZEELOOL continues to make fashionable eyewear accessible to everyone.

Shoplazza Sponsors Hassan Sunny’s Seattle Visit, Empowering Youth Through Soccer and Technology

SEATTLE, May 6, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — United Sports FC, with the support of Singapore Global Network (SGN), East West Bank USA, and global e-commerce platform Shoplazza, successfully hosted Hassan Sunny, former Singapore national team goalkeeper and current player for Albirex Niigata Singapore FC, in Seattle, Washington. From April 28 to May 5, Hassan participated in a week-long series of youth soccer activities, including free clinics, charity events, and mentorship sessions designed to inspire the next generation of soccer players.

As one of the most influential and inspiring footballers for Asian soccer fans, Hassan Sunny brought both experience and passion to the field. He earned his first international cap for the Singapore National Team two decades ago, has made 115 international appearances, and was named to the 2020 AFF Championship Team of the Tournament. His excellence between the posts earned him a ranking as the 18th best goalkeeper in the world by The Daily Telegraph. In 2023, his standout performance—making 11 crucial saves against Thailand—helped China narrowly advance to the third round of the 2026 FIFA World Cup Asian qualifiers, sparking a surge in popularity across the Chinese-speaking world.

During his Seattle visit, Hassan led hands-on training sessions, engaged in coaching workshops, and shared his professional journey through a path to pro discussion with United Sports FC founder Ye Tian, league officials, and FIFA ambassador. His special guest appearance in a United Sports FC match not only energized the crowd and promoted the men’s team in the Premier Soccer League, but also served as a meaningful gesture to connect professional football with the next generation of young players in the local community.

Hassan Sunny with young players from United Sports FC
Hassan Sunny with young players from United Sports FC

The initiative reflects Shoplazza’s ongoing commitment to supporting youth development and cross-cultural engagement through technology. As a leading global e-commerce platform, Shoplazza empowers brands and organizations with tools to grow digitally while fostering meaningful social impact.

“Youth sports build more than just skill — they shape confidence, discipline, and connection,” said a Shoplazza spokesperson. “We’re proud to support Hassan’s journey and help provide a platform for young talent to thrive.”

In addition, United Sports FC’s official fanware store was recently launched using the Shoplazza platform, offering the club a robust e-commerce solution to better engage its growing fanbase. The collaboration showcases the potential of digital tools in advancing community-focused sports organizations.

About United Sports FC

United Sports FC is a non-profit, full-service soccer club primarily based in Bellevue, Washington. Founded by Ye Tian, the former Chinese national women’s football coach, United Sports FC is dedicated to providing a direct pathway and comprehensive support services for aspiring soccer players. With over 20 years of professional experience in Super League and international football coaching, Ye Tian brings a wealth of expertise to the club, helping young athletes achieve their dreams.

About Shoplazza

Shoplazza is a leading Canadian e-commerce platform empowering global businesses to build, launch, and grow their online stores. With a robust omnichannel infrastructure, Shoplazza simplifies how merchants connect with customers across online, in-store, and social channels. Learn more at https://www.shoplazza.com/.

Renovation of Vientiane’s Sithong Road to Be Completed by Year-End

Sithong Road Renovation

Vientiane’s popular Sithong Road, connecting Route 13 North and ASEAN Road, is undergoing a major upgrade, with construction expected to finish by the end of this year, said the local Department of Public Works and Transport.

According to the 30-April announcement, the entire 1,700-meter stretch will be upgraded from asphalt to more durable reinforced concrete.

The upgraded project starts from the Nongnieo traffic light junction and extends to the Dongnathong traffic light intersection.

The project, which will maintain the road’s 10-meter width, began initial preparations in early May 2025. Construction teams are currently working on site, with the full renovation scheduled for completion within six months.

The road has long suffered from potholes and degradation, especially during the rainy seasons. In 2024, some of the most severely damaged sections were upgraded with reinforced concrete to enhance driving conditions. However, some parts remained in poor condition, prompting the need for further repairs.

The authorities have advised all road users to avoid the affected route if possible during the construction period to reduce traffic congestion and ensure smooth operations.