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FIH Achieves ISO 26262 and ISO/SAE 21434 Dual Certifications from DEKRA, Strengthening Automotive Safety and Cybersecurity Capabilities

NEW TAIPEI CITY, Dec. 23, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — FIH, a subsidiary of Hon Hai Technology Group (Foxconn), announced that its key automotive electronics product, the Telematics Control Unit (TCU), has successfully passed DEKRA process certification and obtained both ISO 26262 Functional Safety certification and ISO/SAE 21434 Automotive Cybersecurity certification. This milestone places FIH among a limited number of companies in the TCU domain to concurrently obtain both certifications, significantly reinforcing its strategic role in the global automotive electronics supply chain.

Aaron Lee, Managing Director of DEKRA Taiwan (right), presented the ISO 26262 and the ISO/SAE 21434 Certifications to Dr. Wen-Yi Kuo, Vice President of FIH.
Aaron Lee, Managing Director of DEKRA Taiwan (right), presented the ISO 26262 and the ISO/SAE 21434 Certifications to Dr. Wen-Yi Kuo, Vice President of FIH.

As the automotive industry accelerates toward electrification and Software-Defined Vehicles (SDVs), functional safety and cybersecurity have become essential thresholds for global OEMs when evaluating Tier-1 suppliers. ISO 26262 is the internationally recognized standard for automotive functional safety, ensuring that electronic and electrical systems remain controllable under fault conditions. Meanwhile, ISO/SAE 21434 establishes a comprehensive cybersecurity framework for road vehicles, encompassing threat analysis, risk assessment, governance, and lifecycle management. Together, these two standards form a core foundation for smart and connected vehicles and are indispensable to the transition toward autonomous driving and SDVs.

As the communication hub of smart and connected vehicles, the TCU supports functions including remote diagnostics, connected vehicle services, vehicle data transmission, and over-the-air (OTA) updates. Its functional safety and cybersecurity protection levels directly impact the stability and risk management of the entire vehicle system. Through the successful attainment of both ISO 26262 and ISO/SAE 21434 certifications, FIH has demonstrated that its capabilities in hardware design, software architecture, secure communications, and cybersecurity protection meet the rigorous requirements expected by leading global automakers.

Dr. Wen Kuo, Vice President of FIH, stated, “By implementing ISO 26262 and ISO/SAE 21434, FIH has established a comprehensive safety lifecycle management framework that enables customers to reduce system integration risks, accelerate validation timelines, and meet increasingly stringent regulatory requirements. Backed by our deep expertise in the ICT industry, as well as our capabilities in independent design, high-quality manufacturing, and system integration, FIH is committed to delivering robust, secure, and reliable solutions and becoming a long-term, trusted partner for global automakers.”

FIH’s Automotive Electronics Team team poses for a group photo with the expert team from DEKRA
FIH’s Automotive Electronics Team team poses for a group photo with the expert team from DEKRA

As global automotive electronic architectures and Software-Defined Vehicles (SDVs) continue to evolve rapidly, safety and cybersecurity requirements across automakers’ supply chains have become increasingly stringent. “FIH’s ability to complete both certifications within a single year and to its achievement in the TCU domain reflects its strong R&D execution and well-established management systems. This achievement aligns closely with global automakers’ expectations for safety, quality, and cybersecurity and represents a highly meaningful industry milestone. We are pleased to witness this accomplishment together with FIH,” said Aaron Lee, Managing Director of DEKRA Taiwan.

Leveraging its century-long expertise in safety and extensive global resources, DEKRA will continue to support Taiwanese companies in strengthening their automotive capabilities and expanding onto the international stage. As international regulations such as UNECE R155 and R156 progressively raise requirements for cybersecurity and software updates, global automakers are continuously elevating standards for functional safety and cybersecurity across their supply chains. In this context, suppliers with internationally recognized certifications are increasingly positioned as preferred partners. As a leading global testing, inspection, and certification organization, DEKRA will continue to deliver comprehensive automotive standards services—including ISO 26262, ISO/SAE 21434, TISAX, ISO 27001, and Automotive SPICE—combining local expertise with global experience to support industry partners in advancing toward intelligent mobility and world-class automotive supply chains.

About FIH Mobile Limited

FIH Mobile Limited, a subsidiary of Hon Hai Technology Group (Foxconn), was established in May 2003. Leveraging its core technologies in handset ODM and its experience in hardware-software integration, FIH focuses on three main business categories: smart manufacturing, automotive electronics, and manufacturing equipment/robotics and provides exceptional engineering/manufacturing services and solutions to industry-leading customers.

For more information about FIH, please visit the official website: https://www.fihmobile.com

About DEKRA

For 100 years, DEKRA has been a trusted name in safety. Founded in 1925 with the original goal of improving road safety through vehicle inspections, DEKRA has grown to become the world’s largest independent, non-listed expert organization in the field of testing, inspection, and certification. Today, as a global partner, the company supports its customers with comprehensive services and solutions to drive safety and sustainability forward—fully aligned with DEKRA’s anniversary motto, “Securing the Future.” In 2024, DEKRA is expected to generate revenue of 4.3 billion euros. Around 49,000 employees are providing qualified and independent expert services in approximately 60 countries across five continents. DEKRA holds a Platinum rating from EcoVadis, placing it among the top 1% of the world’s most sustainable companies.

Website: https://www.dekra.com.tw/

MyRepublic Launches Card Sub, Singapore’s First Subscription Service for Trading Card Game Fans

SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 23 December 2025 MyRepublic today announced the launch of Card Sub, a new subscription-based service designed for Trading Card Game (TCG) enthusiasts. Card Sub offers subscribers a convenient way to receive Magic: The Gathering (MTG) products monthly, including access to premium booster packs not typically available through standard retail purchases.

MyRepublic Launches Card Sub, Singapore’s First Subscription Service for Trading Card Game Fans
MyRepublic Launches Card Sub, Singapore’s First Subscription Service for Trading Card Game Fans

Card Sub introduces a structured monthly subscription model in which customers pay a fixed monthly rate and receive up to 3 Play Booster packs or 2 Play booster boxes from the current MTG release. In addition, subscribers will receive free premium booster packs or boxes. These premium boosters may include Collector Booster Packs or Boxes, such as the highly sought-after Final Fantasy Collector Booster, which is constantly sold out worldwide which features the extremely valuable serialised Golden Chocobo card
“The trading card community in Singapore is incredibly passionate, and Card Sub is our small way of adding value to that ecosystem,” said Terry Williams, Head of Consumer at MyRepublic. “As TCG players ourselves, we wanted to offer something to the community to provide an easier access to the latest release every month, and the chance to secure premium packs that might not be readily accessible to players. We see Card Sub as a community-driven initiative, open to all who share a passion for growing the hobby.”
The subscription tiers available at launch are:
MyRepublic Card Sub Plans
MyRepublic Card Sub Plans

Card Sub will be available to both MyRepublic and non-MyRepublic customers. All product redemptions will take place in person at the upcoming Card Arena by MyRepublic, located at Suntec City. Customers will redeem their Premium booster or box in-store.

Card Sub is positioned to serve cost-conscious TCG consumers by providing reliable monthly access to boosters with the added benefit of premium packs or boxes at no additional charge. The inclusion of Collector Boosters in the premium pool provides an opportunity for subscribers to obtain higher-value products through a predictable monthly model. MyRepublic also plans to expand Card Sub to additional TCG franchises, including Pokémon.
Card Sub is open for sign-up at cardsub.net and available to everyone in Singapore. Monthly redemption of subscription items will be fulfilled exclusively at:
Card Arena by MyRepublic
Suntec City, 3 Temasek Boulevard, #02-323/324

Hashtag: #CardSub, #MyRepublic #MyRepublicCardSub #CardSubSG #TCG #GeeksUseUs





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MyRepublic

MyRepublic is an award-winning telecom operator whose values lie in the future of connectivity, the next opportunity to disrupt, and innovations that will make a real difference. The provider’s priority is to redefine broadband and mobile connectivity in the markets it operates and empower customers to understand what a true modern connectivity experience can be.
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cardsub.net

allnex wins EU Product Safety Award for PFAS-Free additives


FRANKFURT AM MAIN, GERMANY – Media OutReach Newswire – 23 December 2025 – allnex has been awarded the EU Product Safety Award by the European Commission. This prestigious award recognizes allnex’s early and comprehensive phase-out of PFAS-containing additives, an initiative that goes well beyond current legal requirements and delivers measurable benefits for consumer and environmental safety.

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By fully eliminating all PFAS-containing additives from its portfolio by the end of 2024, allnex has become one of the first companies in the industry to demonstrate that high-performance coatings can be achieved without so-called “forever chemicals.” PFAS are increasingly questioned because they persist in the environment for long periods of time and pose health risks, although they remain legally permitted in many applications.

“We did not wait for regulation – we took responsibility,” said Rainer Blaha, Business VP additives. “The EU Product Safety Award validates our commitment to actively shaping product safety and sustainable chemistry, rather than simply meeting minimum standards.”

A Measurable Contribution to Product Safety

Through the transition to PFAS-free alternatives, allnex has enabled the production of approximately 18 million liters of PFAS-free paints and coatings in the EU, and 37 million liters globally. This significantly reduces exposure for professional users and end consumers, while preventing the release of persistent chemicals into the environment.

Having phased out PFAS containing additives, allnex now offers high performance alternatives developed in line with strict internal safety and sustainability criteria. allnex strictly followed safe-by-design principles, avoiding “regrettable substitutions” and prioritizing non-persistent, non-toxic raw materials.

A Benchmark for Industry-Wide Change

The jury of the EU Product Safety Award acknowledged allnex’s phase-out of PFAS-containing additives as a clear example of a proactive, forward-looking product safety initiative. At the same time, allnex supports its customers in preparing for future regulatory requirements and in meeting the criteria of ecolabels such as the EU Ecolabel, Nordic Swan, and Blue Angel.

“This award sends a strong signal to the entire industry,” added Rainer Blaha. “It proves that voluntary, forward-looking action is not only possible, but that it creates real value for people, the environment, and the market.”

The EU Product Safety Award is presented annually by the European Commission and honors companies whose innovative initiatives make an outstanding contribution to product safety.

For more information on the products, visit allnex product finder on allnex.com

For product related questions please reach out to allnexAdditives@allnex.com

Hashtag: #allnex

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About allnex

allnex is a leading global manufacturer and solution provider of coating resins and additives for industrial and composite markets. With a 75-year heritage, over €2.2 billion in revenue and 4,000 employees worldwide, our focus is to create innovative chemistry for all nex>t generations, driven by the needs of our customers in a fast-changing world. We do this with sales, research and production network spanning 35 countries, a workforce representing over 50 nations with an all-in dedication to innovation, sustainability and reliable partnership.

allnex supports customers to enhance their product and service solutions with a wide range of chemistries and innovative products, including the sustainable ECOWISE™ offerings. As part of PTT Global Chemical (PTTGC), our main markets are Mobility & Transportation, Packaging & Consumer Goods and Construction & Infrastructure.

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Swedish Businesses Shift from AI Curiosity to Action, Says Dstny Sweden

Market moving from “looks cool” to “it’s in the budget” as demand for AI-powered communications accelerates.

STOCKHOLM, Dec. 23, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Swedish businesses have moved decisively from AI curiosity to implementation throughout 2025, with AI now representing 20% of new sales at Dstny Sweden, expected to reach 30% in 2026.

Jonas Angleflod MD Dstny Sweden
Jonas Angleflod MD Dstny Sweden

“Early this year, customers said ‘looks nice, could consider it.’ Now they’re asking ‘when should we implement?'” said Jonas Angleflod, Managing Director of Dstny Sweden. “FOMO is real – businesses see competitors moving ahead and don’t want to be left behind.”

As the so-called Silicon Valhalla, Sweden is emerging as a European AI development hub alongside London and the US, but Swedish businesses remain cautious adopters. With some confidence still lacking in key use cases, data sovereignty is also a key concern, which Dstny addresses through Swedish AI models running on Swedish infrastructure.

Customer demand is evolving in two waves. The first focuses on AI-assisted insights such as call analysis and sentiment tracking. The second wave involves deeper automation, connecting AI to business systems like Magento and Shopify to handle tasks like order lookups and customer service.

“Customers no longer want to change their processes to fit our software,” said Jonas. “They want AI that works within their existing workflows.”

Dstny Sweden will launch an automation platform add-on in January 2026, enabling businesses to trigger workflows based on sentiment, keywords, and custom business rules.

Looking ahead, Jonas predicts a shift from AI as “sidekick” to AI as “agent” – gradually reducing human workload while humans take on a managerial role, coaching and overseeing AI systems.

About Dstny
Dstny makes hybrid work actually work by simplifying business communications across all boundaries — devices, locations, teams, and applications. Our solutions combine mobile-first architecture with patented technology to seamlessly integrate voice, video, and messaging into business-critical tools.

Through our AI-enabled platform and world-leading Microsoft Teams integration, we empower over 4 million users across 80+ markets to connect effortlessly with colleagues and customers, no matter where they work.

Headquartered in Brussels, Dstny has over 1,000 employees in 7 European countries.

Learn more at www.dstny.com.

Media Contact: Christian Hed, Head of Brand & Communications (Christian.hed@dstny.com; Tel: +46707187603)

 

Authorities Agree on Rehabilitation, Toll Collection Plan on Road 13 North

The construction site at the National Road 13 North. (Picture by Lao Economic Daily)

On 19 December, Lao authorities agreed to study, survey and design a rehabilitation and maintenance project for a section of National Road 13 North, covering Kasi district in Vientiane province to the Luang Prabang provincial border. The project covers from kilometre 212 to kilometre 246 of the road.

According to officials, the project will follow a mixed model combining a performance-based contract with toll collection on a public road, with the study examining options for toll collection and long-term road maintenance. 

Under the agreement, relevant agencies will carry out economic and technical feasibility studies, assess environmental and social impacts, and evaluate project costs and expected benefits.

The study will also include engineering design work for road rehabilitation and maintenance, with the upgraded road planned to support axle loads of up to 11 tonnes. Traffic volume surveys, drainage and bridge assessments, geological studies, and mapping of priority rehabilitation sections will be conducted over a six-month period.

Meanwhile, repair is also ongoing on National Road 22 (the road that intersects with Road 13) following damage caused by heavy rain, landslides, and soil erosion, with more than 47 percent of the work now completed. 

Emergency repairs have so far restored traffic access, while asphalt paving is expected to begin within two weeks and be completed in three to four months.

Shanghai launches Fuxing Island as global maker hub

SHANGHAI, Dec. 23, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — A news report from english.shanghai.gov.cn

An artistic rendering of Fuxing Island.
An artistic rendering of Fuxing Island.

Shanghai officially launched Fuxing Island as a Global Maker Island on Dec 18, marking a new phase in the transformation of the former industrial site into a hub for innovation, startups, and urban experimentation.

The launch coincided with the 2025 Shanghai Quantum City Annual Conference, which was held on the island.

Located along the lower reaches of the Huangpu River, Fuxing Island has been under redevelopment since Shanghai announced plans last year to build the Quantum City Space-Time Intelligence Innovation Base there.

Former industrial buildings on the island have been renovated and repurposed, while a steady lineup of cultural and creative events, including the Shanghai Urban Space Art Season 2025 and the 2025 Celebili Music Festival, has helped draw both visitors and innovation-oriented organizations.

At the conference, Shanghai released an action plan for developing Fuxing Island into a global maker hub. The plan outlines measures to lower startup costs, accelerate innovation, and foster an open entrepreneurial ecosystem.

To reduce barriers for early-stage companies, the city will provide office space on the island at subsidized rents capped at 1 yuan ($0.14) per square meter per day, using renovated industrial buildings.

About 2,500 apartments will also be made available to entrepreneurs, with monthly rents capped at 1,000 yuan.

Startups may apply for innovation vouchers covering up to 50 percent of contract value, as well as additional vouchers for computing power, AI models, and data resources, with a combined ceiling of 5 million yuan.

To accelerate innovation, the city plans to work with leading companies to develop innovation platforms and recruit incubator operators from around the world.

Companies engaged in key technology research may receive tiered research and development subsidies of up to 2 million yuan, along with access to financial services, pilot application scenarios, and a dynamic evaluation mechanism for incubated projects.

The plan also places a strong emphasis on openness and talent development. A maker academy and a university innovation alliance will be established to encourage resource sharing, while young entrepreneurs will receive support ranging from mentorship to practical training.

More former industrial sites and waterfront areas will be converted into public cultural and leisure spaces, and the island will host international conferences, competitions, exhibitions and community events.

To date, 12 domestic and international incubators and 14 startup companies have settled on Fuxing Island.

Looking ahead, development of the island will focus on three areas: digital intelligence, art and design, and people-centered urban space. Shanghai aims to position Fuxing Island as a testing ground for quantum city applications and a platform for future urban development, innovation, and global entrepreneurship.

 

Shanghai-based MNCs step up ESG innovation

SHANGHAI, Dec. 23, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — A news report from english.shanghai.gov.cn

The 2025 Shanghai Foreign-Invested Enterprises ESG Report and Case Release Conference is held on Dec 16.
The 2025 Shanghai Foreign-Invested Enterprises ESG Report and Case Release Conference is held on Dec 16.

The 2025 Shanghai Foreign-Invested Enterprises ESG Report and Case Release Conference is held on Dec 16.

Multinational corporations based in Shanghai are stepping up environmental, social, and governance innovation through localized practice, supported by the city’s open business environment and clear policy framework.

The trend was highlighted at the 2025 Shanghai Foreign-Invested Enterprises ESG Report and Case Release Conference held on Dec 16.

The event showcased a range of ESG cases developed by foreign-invested companies operating in Shanghai, covering areas such as the circular economy, climate action, and public welfare.

In the circular economy sector, cross-industry collaboration is helping build greener material loops. Saudi Arabian chemicals manufacturer SABIC, for instance, has applied its chemically recycled plastics, developed through its China-based cooperation, to a basketball court renovation program, in collaboration with sports flooring supplier Enlio.

In the climate and resource management field, several multinational companies have achieved measurable progress through technological innovation and localized cooperation. One of these companies is Nestle China, which is reducing emissions through precision feeding and improved manure management, while working with 36 farms across the country to advance more sustainable agricultural practices.

In the area of safety and public welfare, foreign enterprises are increasingly focusing on long-term, locally embedded programs. For example, Volvo’s Little Red Horse Safety Education Program, implemented in partnership with the Shanghai Public Service Foundation for Volunteers, reached more than 5,000 children at 41 schools in Shanghai in 2024, aiming to reduce traffic accidents involving children.

The program has also attracted participation from international teams through related training activities in China.

To further strengthen ESG development, the Shanghai Municipal Commission of Commerce released a three-year action plan in February 2024 for 2024-2026, aimed at enhancing the ESG capabilities of foreign-related enterprises and building a collaborative ESG ecosystem by 2026.

Industry data show that more than 90 percent of the 41 ESG reports collected from foreign-invested enterprises in Shanghai this year incorporate China-specific practices, indicating that localized ESG innovation has become a common approach among multinationals operating in the city.

 

Rao Tummala and Industry Leaders from ASE, TSMC, Intel, Toyota, and Honda to Speak at NEPCON JAPAN’s 40th Anniversary

TOKYO, Dec. 23, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — As NEPCON JAPAN approaches its 40th anniversary, RX Japan is gearing up to host an expert-led conference programme, featuring the leading voices from across the global electronics and automotive sectors. The event, taking place on January 21–23, 2026, at Tokyo Big Sight, will run alongside AUTOMOTIVE WORLD, Factory Innovation Week, and SMART LOGISTICS Expo, creating one of the largest technology gatherings in Asia with 1,850 exhibitors across four shows. 

200 Industry Leaders to Speak at NEPCON JAPAN
200 Industry Leaders to Speak at NEPCON JAPAN

The conference series at NEPCON JAPAN will feature more than 200 sessions addressing critical developments in semiconductors, packaging, and advanced electronics.

Beginning on January 21, Rao Tummala, widely recognised as the “father of modern electronic packaging” and Emeritus Professor at Georgia Institute of Technology and Advisor to the Government of India, will present “Emergence of Indian Semiconductor Industry for India & World,” highlighting India’s growing role in the global semiconductor supply chain.

Later that day, Ryutaro Yasuhara, Technical Manager at TSMC Japan 3DIC R&D Center, will deliver a speech titled “3DIC Technologies to Unleash AI Innovation.” There will also be a lecture by Tarek Ibrahim, Senior Principal Engineer at Intel Foundry, on “Glass Core Substrate Advanced Packaging.”

On January 22, Scott Chen, Senior Vice President of Central Development Engineering at ASE, will deliver a keynote titled “Scaling AI Performance through Advanced Packaging and Power Efficiency.” His session will examine how advanced packaging technologies enable AI systems to achieve higher performance while managing power constraints — a critical challenge for next-generation computing.

AUTOMOTIVE WORLD, one of the co-located shows, will host specialised sessions on electrification, autonomous driving, and power device technologies, featuring experts from leading automotive and electronics companies such as Toyota Motor, Honda R&D, Nissan Motor, Mazda Motor, Denso, The Linux Foundation, Renesas Electronics, Panasonic Automotive Systems, among others. These discussions complement NEPCON JAPAN’s focus on semiconductor packaging and sensor integration, providing visitors with a comprehensive view of technologies transforming mobility and electronics.

Registration for NEPCON JAPAN 2026 is now open via https://x.gd/LTdFp. Attendees will gain access to expert-led discussions, the latest technologies, and a network of up to 92,000 industry professionals driving innovation across multiple sectors. For details and to secure your place, visit the official NEPCON JAPAN website.

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E-mail: inw.jp@rxglobal.com
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