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Why Korea Is Betting Its Next Growth Cycle on Small and Midsize Firms

SEOUL, South Korea, Dec. 19, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — With 2025 nearing its end, a new economic direction is emerging in Korea’s policy landscape. After a year marked by weak demand, rising costs and heightened global uncertainty, the focus is shifting from short-term stabilization toward a broader reassessment of how the economy supports innovation, regional competitiveness and fair-market rules. A year-end policy review, together with the government’s 2026 blueprint, points to a deliberate effort to position small and midsize firms at the center of the country’s next phase of growth.

2025: When Policy Moved Out of the Office and Into the Economy

The policy environment in 2025 was shaped by sluggish domestic consumption, tighter global financial conditions, and mounting external pressures, including trade uncertainty and rising costs for small businesses. Against this backdrop, the Ministry of SMEs and Startups (MSS) pursued a dual strategy: stabilizing the economy in the short term while laying the groundwork for a renewed cycle of innovation-driven growth.

Reviving domestic demand was an immediate priority. Large-scale, cross-government consumption initiatives – most notably the nationwide Korea Grand Festival – were rolled out to boost spending in local markets and traditional commercial districts. Expanded digital gift-certificate programs and targeted rebate schemes reinforced these efforts, generating more than KRW 14.1 trillion (USD 9.5 billion) in consumer activity. The impact was tangible, contributing to the strongest quarterly increase in private consumption in three years.

At the same time, MSS moved to restart innovation engines that had stalled in earlier years. Funding for SME research and development, which had previously been sharply reduced, was restored and expanded, paving the way for a record KRW 2.2 trillion (USD 1.5 billion) allocation in 2026. The launch of a new Startup One-Stop Support Center further addressed regulatory, legal, and operational bottlenecks, resolving the vast majority of cases within days of submission and improving policy responsiveness on the ground.

Market indicators reflected this renewed momentum. By the third quarter of 2025, quarterly venture investment had reached KRW 4 trillion (USD 2.7 billion), the highest level in four years. SME exports also set a new quarterly record, totaling USD 30.4 billion over the same period – an outcome that underscored the sector’s resilience despite continued global headwinds.

Equally important, MSS strengthened the institutional foundations for fair competition and inclusive growth. Legislative reforms reinforced protections against technology theft, expanded profit-sharing frameworks, and improved payment practices between large corporations and their SME partners. These measures contributed to record levels of SME-linked transactions and signaled a deeper embedding of fair-trade and shared-growth principles across the industrial ecosystem.

A Strategic Pivot in 2026: Growth, Scale, and Market Leadership

Building on the stabilization achieved in 2025, the Ministry of SMEs and Startups’ 2026 policy blueprint marks a structural shift in Korea’s approach to SME and startup development. The central objective is to restore a clear pathway for growth – enabling firms to move from startup to scale-up, and from small and medium-sized enterprises to globally competitive companies.

At the heart of this shift is a recalibration of policy design. Rather than applying uniform support across the board, companies will be assessed based on growth potential and performance trajectory, with policy tools tailored accordingly. High-growth firms will receive more concentrated support in areas such as investment and research and development, while companies facing structural constraints will be guided toward business transformation, restructuring, or, where appropriate, an orderly exit.

This differentiated approach is intended to operate across the full SME ecosystem. Startups and venture firms will be supported not only at the point of entry, but through successive stages of scale, with targeted financing and accelerated growth programs designed to produce competitive global firms. Manufacturing SMEs will be positioned at the forefront of industrial AI adoption, with a focus on productivity gains and international competitiveness. Small merchants, meanwhile, will receive performance-based support that encourages innovation while maintaining essential safeguards for business continuity and resilience.

Expanding the Growth Base: From Capital Concentration to Nationwide Opportunity

A defining feature of the 2026 strategy is a decisive move away from capital-area concentration toward a more geographically balanced growth model. Policy support for regional ecosystems is set to more than double, underpinned by revised budget allocations, higher support ratios, and expanded region-specific funding designed to activate local innovation and investment.

By 2030, the government aims to develop ten regionally anchored startup hubs across the country. Rather than standalone facilities, these hubs are intended to function as integrated growth platforms – linking business infrastructure, skilled talent pipelines, commercialization support, and livability factors that make regions viable places to build and scale companies. Complementing this effort, regional venture funds – targeting a cumulative KRW 3.5 trillion (USD 2.3 billion) by the end of the decade – will provide a stable investment base, while cross-regional regulatory sandboxes are expected to ease structural constraints on expansion.

The objective is explicit: by 2030, half of Korea’s innovative SMEs are expected to be headquartered outside the capital area, up from less than 40 percent today.

A Data-Driven, Demand-Centric Support System

Policy delivery is also being overhauled to reflect how firms actually seek and use government support. A new Integrated SME Support Platform will serve as a single digital gateway, allowing businesses to identify relevant programs, receive AI-based recommendations, and apply through a simplified, one-stop process.

As processes are digitized, administrative requirements are expected to fall by more than half. At the same time, data-driven assessments of firm performance and growth potential will play a larger role in shaping public financing, bank lending, and venture investment decisions – helping align policy support more closely with actual market demand.

These changes point to a broader shift in policy philosophy. Rather than substituting for the market, government is repositioning itself as an enabler – reducing friction, improving information flows, and allowing private-sector decision-making to operate more effectively.

Toward a Private-Capital Led Venture Investment Ecosystem

One of the most ambitious elements of the 2026 agenda is the move toward a venture investment ecosystem led primarily by private capital. Government commitments to Korea’s Fund of Funds will increase significantly, but the role of the public sector is explicitly defined as catalytic – designed to draw in private investors rather than steer capital directly.

New institutional arrangements will enable pension funds and retirement savings to participate more actively in venture through dedicated structures that incorporate built-in risk-sharing. In parallel, regulatory adjustments are expected to lower barriers for banks engaging with venture assets, while long-underdeveloped secondary markets will be strengthened to improve exit options and capital circulation.

These reforms are intended to support the emergence of an annual venture investment market approaching KRW 40 trillion (USD 27 billion) – one driven largely by market participants, with public policy focused on expanding participation and removing structural constraints.

What is unfolding in Korea is not simply a recalibration of SME policy, but a broader attempt to reshape how growth is generated and sustained. By shifting attention toward smaller firms and regional ecosystems, the government is signaling a belief that competitiveness in the next decade will be built through adaptability, innovation, and market depth rather than scale alone. Whether this approach succeeds will ultimately be determined in the marketplace – but the strategic direction is now clear.


 

Wind River, Red Hat, and Rakuten Symphony Lead ABI Research’s Telco Cloud-Native Platform Ranking

ABI Research identifies top performers in innovation and implementation as operators deploy cloud-native platforms across core and RAN workloads.

NEW YORK, Dec. 19, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — The telco cloud-native transformation is intensifying as operators work to optimize operations and prepare their networks for the next phase of the AI supercycle, driven by the distribution of AI inference across the network. Global technology intelligence firm ABI Research today announced the results of its latest competitive ranking of telco cloud-native platforms. The assessment finds that Wind River, Red Hat, and Rakuten Symphony have emerged as clear leaders in delivering container-as-a-service (CaaS) solutions optimized for 5G core and radio access network (RAN) workloads. These platforms are setting the pace for innovation and implementation as the telecom industry shifts toward more distributed, automated, and secure cloud-native architectures.

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“Telco cloud-native platforms are no longer a future vision, they are being deployed today across core and RAN,” said Dimitris Mavrakis, Senior Research Director at ABI Research. “Operators need platforms that combine Kubernetes automation with telco-grade security, observability, and lifecycle management. Wind River, Red Hat, and Rakuten Symphony exemplify this approach, enabling carriers to scale efficiently while meeting stringent performance and reliability requirements.”

According to ABI Research’s Telco Cloud-Native Platforms: CaaS Layers for Core and RAN report, Wind River ranks first overall, driven by extensive deployments across Tier 1 operators and its ability to deliver deterministic performance for RAN and edge environments. Red Hat follows closely with its OpenShift platform, which has become a de facto standard for telco-grade Kubernetes by offering advanced CI/CD integration and multi-cluster policy governance. Rakuten Symphony secures the third position, leveraging operational expertise from Rakuten Mobile to deliver automation-first solutions that significantly reduce deployment timelines and operational complexity.

The report highlights several key market trends, including the expansion of network cloudification beyond the core, rising requirements for automation and security, and the growing importance of open ecosystems. The leading vendors identified in the competitive assessment demonstrate strong capabilities across each of these domains.

These findings are from ABI Research’s Telco Cloud-Native Platforms: CaaS Layers for Core and RAN competitive assessment. This report is part of the company’s Telco AI research service, which includes research, data, and ABI Insights.

About ABI Research

ABI Research is a global technology intelligence firm uniquely positioned at the intersection of technology solution providers and end-market companies. We serve as the bridge that seamlessly connects these two segments by providing exclusive research and expert guidance to drive successful technology implementations and deliver strategies proven to attract and retain customers.

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Snag This Deal: MiniTool Announces Year-End Discounts During Christmas and New Year

VANCOUVER, BC, Dec. 19, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — MiniTool, a trusted software development company, today announced limited-time Christmas and New Year celebrations with amazing deals on its primary products, including MiniTool Partition Wizard, MiniTool Power Data Recovery, MiniTool ShadowMaker, MiniTool MovieMaker, MiniTool Video Converter, and other products. From December 18, 2025 to January 5, 2026, customers can visit the MiniTool promotion page to grab favorite products at great discounts!

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MiniTool ShadowMaker is a user-friendly backup software for Windows that makes data protection easy and reliable. With just a few clicks, you can securely back up files, folders, systems, disks, and partitions to internal or external drives—giving you complete peace of mind.

MiniTool Partition Wizard Pro Ultimate and MiniTool ShadowMaker Pro Ultimate, normally priced at $199 and $158, are now available together for ONLY $160.65 (55% OFF) during MiniTool’s Christmas & New Year Promotion! Plus, spin the wheel for a chance to win up to an extra $20 in savings!

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About MiniTool® Software Ltd.

MiniTool® Software Ltd. is a Canada-based software development company dedicated to creating reliable and user-friendly digital solutions. Its product lineup includes MiniTool Power Data Recovery, MiniTool Partition Wizard, MiniTool ShadowMaker, MiniTool System Booster, MiniTool MovieMaker, and MiniTool Video Converter, all designed to help users manage, protect, and enhance their digital experience.

CamScanner Releases 2025 Annual Summary Highlighting Breakthrough Innovation and a Global User Base Exceeding 300 Million

NEW YORK, Dec. 19, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — CamScanner today released its 2025 Annual Summary, marking a year of accelerated product innovation, strengthened AI capabilities, and continued global expansion. With more than 300 million users worldwide, the platform has further solidified its position as one of the most trusted tools for scanning and intelligent document management.

300M users trust CamScanner for professional scans that keep them ahead
300M users trust CamScanner for professional scans that keep them ahead

In 2025, CamScanner introduced several key enhancements that redefined efficiency in digital workflows. Building on its strong scanning foundation, the platform launched Auto Page-Turn Capture, a feature that recognizes page flips and captures images automatically. This significantly improves the speed and convenience of digitizing full books and multi-page documents. CamScanner also unveiled the Watermark Camera, which embeds real-time timestamps and location data into photos to ensure authenticity and traceability—an essential function for legal documentation, fieldwork, compliance reporting, and other professional scenarios requiring verifiable visual records.

Another major milestone was the upgrade of CS AI. The enhanced system now delivers more accurate image optimization while improving the clarity, structure, and tone of scanned text. Its refined Q&A and study-assist capabilities enable faster information extraction and smarter learning support, offering users a more seamless and intelligent end-to-end document experience.

CamScanner’s brand influence continued to grow globally. The app was featured as Apple Store’s “App of the Day” across more than 20 countries and regions, including major markets in Europe and Southeast Asia, and ranked No. 1 in the Productivity category on the App Store in 84 countries and regions. It also received strong international recognition, being named “Best Document Scanning App of 2025” by TechRadar and “Best Mobile Scanning and OCR App” by Zapier, reinforcing its leadership across the global productivity landscape.

Throughout the year, CamScanner supported a wide range of professional and everyday scenarios. Lawyers used the Watermark Camera and precision scanning to securely digitize case files. Students and teachers built searchable digital study libraries, aided by CS AI’s instant problem-solving capabilities. Sales professionals streamlined client documentation and contract processing, while researchers restored historical materials with enhanced image clarity. In workplaces, employees relied on CamScanner to accelerate routine document submission, format conversion, and cross-device collaboration.

With continuous advancements and an expanding global community, CamScanner remains committed to delivering smarter, more reliable solutions that empower users across industries and drive the evolution of digital productivity.

MiniTool Partition Wizard 13.5 Released Brand-New Duplicate Cleaner

VANCOUVER, BC, Dec. 19, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — MiniTool® Software Limited, a software provider specializing in disk management solutions, has announced a new version of its partition manager: MiniTool Partition Wizard 13.5. This update features the brand-new Duplicate Cleaner and brings a refreshed interface, improved performance, and enhanced usability to help users manage storage more efficiently.

New Features and Improvements in MiniTool Partition Wizard 13.5

1. Duplicate Cleaner with Hard Link Support

The newly built-in Duplicate Cleaner helps users reclaim disk space by detecting and managing duplicate files. It offers flexible options to scan, review, and safely remove duplicates while giving users control over how files are handled.

Key features include:

  • Duplicate Files Detection and Removal: Quickly find and delete duplicate files from internal drives, external drives, and USB devices. By default, duplicates are moved to the Recycle Bin for safety, but users can choose to permanently delete them if desired.
  • Hard and Symbolic Links (Optional): This new feature offers special deletion options that create hard links on the same NTFS drive or symbolic links across NTFS/ReFS drives. This frees up disk space while retaining access to original files.
  • Advanced Scan Settings: Before scanning, users are allowed to configure scan locations, file types, file size ranges, and hash comparison methods (MD5 or SHA-1). Large files can be scanned using a partial hash for faster results, and important system files and folders can be protected.
  • Smart Selection: In the scanning results interface, users can sort, filter, and preview duplicate files by name, size, quantity, or modification date. They can safely remove duplicates with one click.

2. Refreshed Software Interface

MiniTool Partition Wizard 13.5 features a cleaner, more intuitive interface. Icons and graphics have been updated for a sharper look. The layout is easier to navigate, and buttons, menus, and progress indicators have been refined for a smoother and more consistent experience. Common actions are now easier to access, helping users complete tasks more efficiently.

3. Performance and Stability Enhancements

This new version brings overall optimizations to improve software speed, reliability, and stability. These improvements enhance the user experience throughout the application.

About MiniTool Partition Wizard

MiniTool Partition Wizard, developed by MiniTool® Software Limited, is a comprehensive disk management tool for Windows users. It offers a wide range of features, including partition management, disk cloning, space analysis, and file system conversion, making it easy to optimize and maintain storage devices.

This partition manager specializes in simplifying disk operations for users of all levels. It supports creating, formatting, merging, splitting, and resizing partitions, as well as recovering lost partitions and repairing file system errors. With advanced features like disk benchmarking, space analysis, and partition copying, users can manage storage efficiently while keeping data safe.

Now, this new Duplicate Cleaner allows users to scan for duplicate files on PCs and external drives, safely delete unwanted copies, and optionally create hard or symbolic links to retain access to originals. This helps reclaim disk space with ease.

With continuous updates and a user-friendly design, MiniTool Partition Wizard serves millions of users worldwide, providing a reliable solution for everyday disk management and advanced storage needs.

About MiniTool® Software Limited

MiniTool Software Limited is a professional software company specializing in the development of computer applications. Its products cover a wide range of solutions, including partition management, data recovery, data backup, video editing, and video conversion.

Neuraxpharm Goes Live with TraceLink MINT to Standardize Real‑Time Data Exchange Across Its Global Supply Chain Network

The European specialty pharmaceutical company establishes a unified digital data foundation to enable future agentic orchestration

BOSTON, Dec. 18, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — TraceLink, the largest end-to-end digital network platform for intelligent orchestration of the supply chain, today announced that Neuraxpharm, a European specialty pharmaceutical company focused on the treatment of central nervous system (CNS) disorders, has gone live on the TraceLink network with Multienterprise Information Network Tower (MINT), powered by Orchestration Platform for Universal Solutions (OPUS).

The Challenge: Fragmented Systems and Manual Processes Across a Multi-Partner Supply Chain
To reduce product lead times, improve orchestration between CMOs, 3PLs, and customers, and avoid lost sales and increased warehouse costs, Neuraxpharm required a more agile, transparent, and scalable supply chain network for real‑time collaboration across its global partners.

Managing more than 3,000 SKUs across over 100 markets, the company faced increasing complexity in coordinating production, logistics, and procurement activities with hundreds of partners operating on different ERP systems and communication tools. Essential supply chain information—such as purchase orders, delivery confirmations, and shipping updates—was historically exchanged through emails, spreadsheets, and phone calls. These challenges created pockets of operational inefficiency, affecting lead times, warehouse costs, and real-time visibility. Manual oversight added extra steps and increased the likelihood of minor delays or discrepancies, which could influence product availability and net sales.

From Hours to Minutes: MINT Enables Real-Time, Standardized Data Exchange Across Partners 
With MINT, Neuraxpharm has unified its diverse partner ecosystem through a single network-based architecture that digitalizes key processes and enables mission-critical data—such as forecasts, purchase orders, and confirmations—to flow in real time directly between ERP systems, ensuring that all parties operate from one source of truth.

After the first live implementation phase, Neuraxpharm shared that internal demand forecasts—previously exchanged manually—are now automatically transferred to the CMO’s ERP system within minutes of internal approval, significantly reducing turnaround time and minimizing the risk of manual discrepancies.

“Product availability and reliable patient supply are our top priorities, and the reliance on manual processes was slowing our ability to act on real-time information,” said Burghard Burczyk, Chief Technology Officer at Neuraxpharm. “TraceLink’s MINT standardizes data exchange across our partners, eliminating manual steps and giving our teams end-to-end visibility to focus on improving service quality and patient outcomes.”

Faster, No-Cost Partner Onboarding Through Business-to-Network, Integrate-Once™ Linking
A central driver in Neuraxpharm’s selection of TraceLink was the B2N Integrate-Once™ model, which enables partners to link just once to the TraceLink network, eliminating the need to maintain multiple integrations, set up new point-to-point connections, or manage evolving data formats. This streamlined approach provides no-cost access to more than 291,000 authenticated trading partners worldwide.

“For our CMOs and suppliers, participation is effortless and free,” Burczyk added. “Once linked, partners can exchange data not only with Neuraxpharm but with any other company on the TraceLink network. This creates long-term value across the entire ecosystem and allows partners to scale alongside us.”

This model also significantly reduces IT resource strain and has full support from Neuraxpharm’s IT and leadership teams, who view the MINT‑enabled digitalization strategy as a natural complement to the existing tech stack.

Accelerating the Path to Agentic Orchestration
Looking beyond supply chain digitalization, Neuraxpharm sees MINT as fundamental to its AI‑driven forecasting and decision-making roadmap. By linking partners on a single network, the company is creating a consistent, real-time data layer that machine learning and AI tools require to function effectively.

“The standardized, validated data exchanged through MINT supports our AI initiatives for forecast accuracy and data analysis,” Burczyk explained.

“Organizations like Neuraxpharm demonstrate what the future of the supply chain looks like—integrated, collaborative, and guided by real-time data and intelligence,” said Shabbir Dahod, President and CEO of TraceLink. “The companies that will lead the next era are those investing in network-based data foundations that enable AI to anticipate issues, automate decision-making, and ensure medicines reach patients without disruption.”

About TraceLink
TraceLink Inc. is the largest end-to-end intelligent supply chain platform for life sciences and healthcare, enabling end-to-end orchestration by linking more than 291,000 healthcare and life sciences entities through its Business-to-Network Integrate-Once™ network. Leading companies trust TraceLink to deliver complete global digitalization, visibility, and traceability of healthcare products, ensuring that every patient receives the medicines they rely on, safely, securely, and on time. 

About Neuraxpharm Group
Neuraxpharm is a leading European specialty pharmaceutical company focused on the treatment of the central nervous system (CNS), including both psychiatric and neurological disorders. It has a unique understanding of the CNS market built over 35 years. Neuraxpharm is constantly innovating, with new products and solutions to address unmet patient needs and is expanding its portfolio through its pipeline, partnerships, and acquisitions. The company has c.1,000 employees and develops and commercializes CNS products through a direct presence in more than 20 countries in Europe, two in Latin America, one in the Middle East, and globally via partners in more than 50 countries. Neuraxpharm is backed by funds advised by Permira. Neuraxpharm manufactures many of its pharmaceutical products at Neuraxpharm Pharmaceuticals (formerly Laboratorios Lesvi) in Spain. For more information, please visit https://www.neuraxpharm.com

EverMemOS Redefines Efficiency in AI Memory, Surpassing LLM Full-Context Perfomances with Far Fewer Tokens in Open Evaluation

SAN MATEO, Calif., Dec. 19, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — AI infrastructure company EverMind today released results from its unified, production-grade evaluation framework designed to assess real-world memory performance. Under this standardized protocol, the company’s flagship engine, EverMemOS, delivered best-in-class outcomes across the LoCoMo and LongMemEval benchmarks, cementing its position as a leading memory engine for next-generation AI agents.

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An Open Standardized Framework for Real-World Memory Evaluation

The evaluation framework was developed to address a critical bottleneck in the AI industry: the absence of consistent, transparent methods to measure memory quality. Today’s agents rely on a fragmented landscape of memory tools, often evaluated using disparate datasets and metrics, making cross-system comparison virtually impossible. EverMind’s framework establishes a controlled testing environment where systems are benchmarked under identical conditions, ensuring fair, reproducible, and actionable analysis. Within this rigorous structure, EverMemOS achieved the highest scores, establishing new performance benchmarks for long-horizon interactions.

Architectural Advances Behind EverMemOS

Four core technical innovations drive the system’s success:

  • Categorical Memory Extraction: Sorts memories into distinct taxonomies—such as situational context, semantics, and user profiling—to decouple information while preserving semantic integrity.
  • MemCell Atomic Storage: Embeds each memory unit with rich metadata (timestamps, source, tags, and relational links), functioning analogously to biological memory engrams.
  • Event Boundaries: Replaces rigid token-based slicing with thematic continuity, defining “events” across conversations to create human-interpretable memory segments.
  • Multi-Level Recall: Employs a dual-system approach—fast retrieval for simple queries and multi-hop reasoning for complex tasks—mirroring the collaboration between the prefrontal cortex and hippocampus in the human brain.

Setting New Standards in Long-Horizon AI Memory

The impact of these innovations is quantified in the results. EverMemOS achieved a score of 92.3% on LoCoMo, with a remarkable cross-evaluation reproducibility rate of 92.32%.

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Notably, EverMemOS is currently the only memory system to outperform large models utilizing full-context inputs—all while operating with drastically fewer tokens. This outcome challenges the prevailing assumption that “more context is always better.” The evaluation demonstrates that excessive context often introduces noise and dilutes attention (“lost-in-the-middle” phenomenon).

EverMemOS embodies a paradigm shift: high-quality memory requires not only precise remembering but also precise forgetting. By acting as an intelligent attention filter, the system reduces cognitive load, directing the model’s focus solely to critical information. This reframes memory from a passive archive into an active mechanism that guides reasoning, shapes identity, and enables continuity.

The Future of Intelligent Infrastructure

The implications extend beyond benchmark scores. As long-term memory becomes foundational to AI, it is emerging alongside Model Parameters and Tool Use as the third pillar of modern intelligence infrastructure. Future agents will evolve from isolated chat sessions into coherent, continuously learning entities capable of maintaining context and building long-term relationships.

EverMind’s release of this evaluation framework marks an inflection point for the field. As AI progresses toward deeper autonomy, robust long-term memory will define the next chapter of intelligent systems.

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About EverMind

EverMind is redefining the future of AI by solving one of its most fundamental limitations: long-term memory. Its flagship platform, EverMemOS, introduces a breakthrough architecture for scalable and customizable memory systems, enabling AI to operate with extended context, maintain behavioral consistency, and improve through continuous interaction.

To learn more about EverMind and EverMemOS, please visit:

Website: https://evermind.ai/

GitHub: https://github.com/EverMind-AI/EverMemOS

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Reddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/EverMindAI/ 

CES2026: Hexcal Unveils 2026 Smart Desks and Ergonomic Workstations at CES 2026 – Redefining the Modern Workspace

LAS VEGAS, Dec. 18, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Hexcal, the innovative leader in premium ergonomic standing desks, smart workstations, and professional desk accessories, returns to CES 2026 with its comprehensive lineup. Under the theme “Design the Future. Work Inspired.”, Hexcal is highlighting its smart standing desks, the flagship Hexcal Studio all-in-one workstation, and an ecosystem of ergonomic desk accessories designed to enhance productivity, reduce clutter, and create inspiring, health-focused workspaces.

Hexcal Showcases New Ergonomic Workstations and Smart Desks at CES 2026 – Optimizing Modern Workspaces for Productivity and Wellness
Hexcal Showcases New Ergonomic Workstations and Smart Desks at CES 2026 – Optimizing Modern Workspaces for Productivity and Wellness

CES 2026 Booth Information

  • Location: Venetian Expo, Level 2, Halls A–D, Booth #51166
  • Dates: January 6–9, 2026
  • Hours: 10:00 AM6:00 PM PT

Key Exhibits at CES 2026

Hexcal Studio – The Premier All-in-One Ergonomic Workstation

Hexcal Studio is a premium monitor stand and all-in-one desktop system, integrating power management for multiple devices, patented cable management, and immersive LED lighting. Designed for creators, designers, and remote workers, Hexcal Studio transforms home office setups and creative studio environments with a clean, organized, and inspiring workspace. An upgraded model with new color will be showcased at CES2026.

Hexcal Elevate Standing Desk – Advanced Height-Adjustable Solutions

Hexcal’s standing desks provide adjustable height control, smart ergonomic features, and flexible sit-stand options for office productivity. Ideal for hybrid offices, remote work, and healthy work environments, the desks support efficient workflows and modern office ergonomics.

Premium Ergonomic Desk Accessories
Hexcal offers a wide range of desktop accessories to complement any workspace:

  • Desk Mat Bundle (Magnetic Design + Ergonomic Wrist Support)
  • Single Monitor Arm for Screens up to 35″
  • Heavy-Duty Monitor Arm for Ultrawide Displays up to 57″
  • Modular Desk Organizers and Cable Management Solutions

These products help professionals create organized, stylish, and functional office spaces while improving workflow efficiency and workspace aesthetics.

Celebrating Global Desk Setup Culture: WDSF 2026 (World Desk Setup Festival)

In addition to its product showcase, Hexcal will also highlight its global community initiative — WDSF 2026 (World Desk Setup Festival), a creative desk setup competition launched by Hexcal to celebrate the intersection of workspace design, technology, and personal expression.

WDSF brings together creators, designers, and professionals from around the world to share how they build inspiring, functional workspaces that reflect their workflows and lifestyles. Through community participation, brand collaborations, and curated awards, WDSF has become a platform for discovering emerging trends in modern desk culture and redefining what the future workspace can look like.

About Hexcal

Hexcal specializes in premium office furniture, ergonomic desk solutions, and workspace accessories. Founded by a team of engineers, designers, and architects, Hexcal creates modern office solutions that empower professionals to maximize productivity, enhance creativity, and optimize their work environment.

Hexcal products are designed for home offices, creative studios, and corporate workspaces, redefining the future of workspaces and elevating desk organization to a new level.

Connect with Hexcal

Media & Press Kit

Download the CES 2026 Press Kit (high-res images, spec sheets, product videos): https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1XYwdMPS3YJO0GBvDAtENJq29k17Uic4I?usp=drive_link

Media Contact

Desmond Wu
Global Sales Partner
Email: info@hexcal.com
Visit Booth #51166 at CES 2026 to explore the future of ergonomic workspaces.

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