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Harbour BioMed Enters into Global Strategic Collaboration and License Agreement with Bristol Myers Squibb to Discover and Develop Next-Generation Multi-Specific Antibodies

SHANGHAI, CAMBRIDGE, Mass. and ROTTERDAM, Netherlands, Dec. 17, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Harbour BioMed (HKEX: 02142), a global biopharmaceutical company committed to the discovery and development of novel antibody therapeutics in immunology and oncology, today announced a multi-year, global strategic collaboration and license agreement with Bristol Myers Squibb to discover and develop next-generation multi-specific antibodies.

Under the terms of the agreement, Harbour BioMed will collaborate with Bristol Myers Squibb to advance and accelerate multi-specific antibody discovery programs. In return, Harbour BioMed could receive payments totaling $90 million, as well as development and commercial milestones of up to $1.035 billion, along with tiered royalties should Bristol Myers Squibb elect to advance all potential programs.

Jingsong Wang, MD, PhD, Founder, Chairman, and CEO of Harbour BioMed, commented: “We are delighted to collaborate with Bristol Myers Squibb to advance next-generation multi-specific antibody discovery and development. This collaboration leverages our Harbour Mice® fully human antibody technology platform, which facilitates the efficient discovery and development of innovative biologics with enhanced therapeutic potential. Furthermore, the collaboration offers the possibility to utilize our established development capabilities to accelerate programs by conducting early clinical trials in China. By uniting the strengths of our platform with Bristol Myers Squibb’s expertise in drug discovery and development, we look forward to progressing these programs and delivering transformative therapies to patients worldwide.”

About Harbour BioMed

Harbour BioMed (HKEX: 02142) is a global biopharmaceutical company committed to the discovery, development, and commercialization of novel antibody therapeutics focusing on immunology and oncology. The company is building its robust portfolio and differentiated pipeline through internal R&D capability, collaborations with co-discovery and co-development partners, and select acquisitions.

The proprietary antibody technology platform Harbour Mice® generates fully human monoclonal antibodies in two heavy and two light chains (H2L2) format, as well as heavy chain only (HCAb) format. Building upon the HCAb antibodies, the HCAb-based immune cell engagers (HBICE®) bispecific antibody technology is capable of delivering tumor-killing effects unachievable by traditional combination therapies. Integrating Harbour Mice®, and HBICE® with a single B cell cloning platform, our antibody discovery engine is highly unique and efficient for the development of next-generation therapeutic antibodies. For further information, please refer to www.harbourbiomed.com.

 

51Talk Brings Young Voices to the United Nations Climate Stage

An online 1-on-1 English platform enabling children from the Middle East and Southeast Asia to speak at COP30

BELEM, Brazil, Dec. 17, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — 51Talk, a global online 1-on-1 English learning platform for children, announced that young learners from its international community took part in a United Nations–aligned youth speaking initiative during COP30, held in Belém, Brazil from November 15 to 21, 2025.

Launched in 2023, the initiative has entered its third year, creating opportunities for children from Saudi Arabia, UAE, Turkey, Thailand, and Vietnam to share their perspectives on climate and environmental protection in English. Through speeches delivered on a UN-level international stage, participants brought local observations into a global conversation, highlighting how climate challenges are experienced—and addressed—by younger generations around the world.

As part of the COP30 experience, students also participated in rainforest exploration and local cultural activities in Brazil. By observing biodiversity conservation efforts firsthand and engaging with local communities, the learners gained a deeper, more personal understanding of sustainability beyond the classroom, connecting language learning with real-world global issues.

The program, titled GreenTalk: Speak for Future, reflects 51Talk’s belief that language is not only a learning outcome, but also a bridge to global participation. Through long-term 1-on-1 instruction, interactive speaking practice, and a curriculum designed to build expression step by step, the platform supports children as they progress from everyday conversation to structured storytelling and public speaking.

“We believe every child deserves the opportunity to speak to the world,” said Jack Huang, CEO of 51Talk. “When children are given the right tools and guidance, they are capable of expressing thoughtful ideas and engaging meaningfully with global issues. Seeing our students speak on a United Nations climate stage is a powerful reminder of what education can unlock.”

From Thailand, twelve-year-old Wasuthida Ringkleun, who began learning with 51Talk in November 2024, stood out among nearly 200 participants nationwide. Inspired by her experience as a school news anchor and guided by a strong growth mindset, she practiced diligently to improve her English skills, sharing news and ideas online and preparing to speak confidently on a global stage. At COP30, she used the image of a sea turtle trapped in a ghost net to illustrate marine plastic pollution and its long-term impact on ocean ecosystems and human health, emphasizing the need for awareness and action to protect the oceans. Representing Thailand for the first time on an international platform, Wasuthida demonstrated determination, confidence, and a commitment to contributing to a greener future.

Across regions, the students’ speeches demonstrated not only improving English proficiency, but also confidence, empathy, and the ability to connect local realities with global challenges.

By creating a platform for these young voices, 51Talk aims to show how online English education can prepare children to participate confidently in international dialogue—bridging cultures, perspectives, and generations through communication.

To learn more, please visit https://www.51talk.com/en/index/ or download the 51Talk app to register for a free trial lesson.

About 51Talk

Founded in 2011, 51Talk is a global online 1-on-1 English education platform for children aged 3 to 15. The platform connects learners with certified foreign teachers through interactive lessons, structured curriculums and personalized instruction designed to build practical speaking skills and confidence. To date, 51Talk has served more than 40 million learners across over 50 countries and regions.

 

51Talk Brings Young Voices to the United Nations Climate Stage

An online 1-on-1 English platform enabling children from the Middle East and Southeast Asia to speak at COP30

BELEM, Brazil, Dec. 17, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — 51Talk, a global online 1-on-1 English learning platform for children, announced that young learners from its international community took part in a United Nations–aligned youth speaking initiative during COP30, held in Belém, Brazil from November 15 to 21, 2025.

Launched in 2023, the initiative has entered its third year, creating opportunities for children from Saudi Arabia, UAE, Turkey, Thailand, and Vietnam to share their perspectives on climate and environmental protection in English. Through speeches delivered on a UN-level international stage, participants brought local observations into a global conversation, highlighting how climate challenges are experienced—and addressed—by younger generations around the world.

As part of the COP30 experience, students also participated in rainforest exploration and local cultural activities in Brazil. By observing biodiversity conservation efforts firsthand and engaging with local communities, the learners gained a deeper, more personal understanding of sustainability beyond the classroom, connecting language learning with real-world global issues.

The program, titled GreenTalk: Speak for Future, reflects 51Talk’s belief that language is not only a learning outcome, but a bridge to global participation. Through long-term 1-on-1 instruction, interactive speaking practice, and a curriculum designed to build expression step by step, the platform supports children as they progress from everyday conversation to structured storytelling and public speaking.

“We believe every child deserves the opportunity to speak to the world,” said Jack Huang, CEO of 51Talk. “When children are given the right tools and guidance, they are capable of expressing thoughtful ideas and engaging meaningfully with global issues. Seeing our students speak on a United Nations climate stage is a powerful reminder of what education can unlock.”

From Vietnam, eleven-year-old Le Bao Nhi, who previously struggled with pronunciation and speaking confidence, has made remarkable progress in English after diligent daily practice with 51Talk, consistently attending five one-on-one sessions per week. Standing out among numerous candidates, she won the GreenTalk contest and earned the opportunity to represent Vietnamese children at COP30. At the conference, she spoke about how witnessing plastic pollution on her local beach inspired her to take action, shared her efforts in organizing local clean-ups, and described turning discarded materials into creative projects, emphasizing that even small actions can make a meaningful difference in protecting the environment.

Across regions, the students’ speeches demonstrated not only growing English proficiency, but also confidence, empathy, and the ability to connect local realities with global challenges.

By creating a platform for these young voices, 51Talk aims to show how online English education can prepare children to participate confidently in international dialogue—bridging cultures, perspectives, and generations through communication.

To learn more, please visit https://www.51talk.com/en/index/ or download the 51Talk app to register for a free trial lesson.

About 51Talk

Founded in 2011, 51Talk is a global online 1-on-1 English education platform for children aged 3 to 15. The platform connects learners with certified foreign teachers through interactive lessons, structured curriculums and personalized instruction designed to build practical speaking skills and confidence. To date, 51Talk has served more than 40 million learners across over 50 countries and regions.

 

Jiaying Pharmaceutical: A New Pathway for the Industrialization of Century-Old Hakka Medicine

HONG KONG, Dec. 17, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Recently, Meizhou in Guangdong, known as the “World Capital of the Hakka”, welcomed a globally watched event, the Seventh World Hakka Entrepreneurs Convention. At this gathering that drew the attention of Hakka entrepreneurs worldwide, Guangdong Jiaying Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd. made a brilliant appearance with its star products, including Double-ingredient Throat Wind Relief Powder, Solid Essence Ginseng and Antler Pill, and Borneol Ointment, showcasing to the world the unique charm of Hakka medicine.

Amid the wave of globalization, traditional Chinese medicine (TCM), as the crystallization of millennia of wisdom in Chinese civilization, is blossoming brilliantly through its distinctive theoretical system and practical value. In this process, Jiaying Pharmaceutical, rooted in the fertile soil of Hakka culture in Lingnan, China, has taken the inheritance and innovation of Hakka medicine as its mission, becoming a vivid testament to the vitality of China’s outstanding traditional culture.

Upholding the development philosophy of “inheritance and innovation,” Jiaying Pharmaceutical has brought new vitality to ancient Hakka medicine in the new era. As a contemporary inheritor and innovator of Hakka medical culture, Jiaying Pharmaceutical not only safeguards the health and well-being of local communities but also shoulders the responsibility of a national brand. It promotes the Hakka medicine cultural IP to the world, contributing the unique strength of a “Chinese prescription” to the building of a global community of health and well-being, thus highlighting the contemporary value and cultural confidence of TCM in a globalized context.

Historical Inheritance: From Folk Remedies to a Publicly Listed Company

The predecessor of Jiaying Pharmaceutical was the state-owned Guangdong Meizhou Pharmaceutical Factory, whose history can be traced back to a folk remedy from the Yongzheng era of the Qing Dynasty (1732). The Company’s core product, Double-ingredient Throat Wind Relief Powder, originated from a remedy created by Zheng Lanfu, a Hakka resident of Meizhou, Guangdong, and has undergone nearly 300 years of clinical verification. Many products under the Company are representative examples of Hakka medicine. In December 2007, the Company was successfully listed on the Shenzhen Stock Exchange, becoming the only publicly listed pharmaceutical enterprise in Meizhou, Guangdong.

In August 2024, the newly appointed Chairman Li Neng introduced the “4+4 Strategy”: redefining value, restructuring businesses, reshaping the organizational framework, and revitalizing the corporate spirit, thereby steering the Company toward a branded, industrialized, and internationalized pharmaceutical enterprise. This strategic shift marks Jiaying Pharmaceutical’s transition from solely relying on traditional Hakka medicine heritage to actively pursuing innovative approaches for the industrialization of Hakka medicine.

Technological Innovation: A Key Breakthrough for the Modernization of Hakka Medicine

Technological innovation is the core driving force in the industrialization of Hakka medicine. Jiaying Pharmaceutical has used various technological methods to transform traditional remedies into modern pharmaceuticals.

The modernization of “Double-ingredient Throat Wind Relief Powder” is a typical example of the Company’s technological innovation. After the founding of the People’s Republic of China, the Meizhou Pharmaceutical Factory added precious ingredients such as pearl and bezoar to the original formula and renamed it Double-ingredient Throat Wind Relief Powder. In the early days of reform and opening-up, the product evolved from a traditional bottled powder into a portable spray, improving the user experience. In recent years, the Company renewed the packaging design by adding elements of traditional Hakka walled villages, further polishing the product image.

On the raw materials side, Jiaying Pharmaceutical invested in a borneol production base to achieve direct supply of natural borneol, providing stable raw material support for the industrialization of Hakka medicine.

In new drug development, Jiaying Pharmaceutical adopts a dual-engine model of “independent R&D + collaborative development.” In May 2025, Jiaying Pharmaceutical signed an agreement with Hunan University of Chinese Medicine to jointly develop the innovative TCM “Gout-Relieving and Joint-Soothing Granules,” targeting rheumatoid arthritis and other rheumatic diseases.

Industrial Chain Integration: A Closed-Loop System from Planting to Sales

Jiaying Pharmaceutical is building a closed-loop Hakka medicine industrial chain, “cultivation-R&D-manufacturing-sales-cultural promotion”, through industrial investment to increase value and competitiveness.

In upstream planting, the Company uses a “company + base + farmers” model to guide farmers in planting authentic medicinal herbs such as Blumea balsamifera (borneol tree). Currently, the Company’s self-owned borneol tree plantation covers 5,000 mu. Through guaranteed acquisition and technical support, it has encouraged farmers’ participation, forming a healthy industrial ecosystem.

In midstream production, the Company operates two modern production bases in Meizhou and Hunan, forming a diversified layout of “pharmaceuticals + general health + high-end manufacturing.”

In downstream sales, in the second half of 2024, Jiaying Pharmaceutical vigorously expanded into the pharmacy market, rapidly achieving product placement in more than 300,000 pharmacies nationwide, with hospital-end coverage also significantly improved. The entire distribution channel has been revitalized.

Strategy of Going Global: From Hong Kong as a Springboard to Southeast Asia

As the Company’s pioneering product in internationalization, Double-ingredient Throat Wind Relief Powder has long been a popular choice among overseas Chinese for gifting to relatives and friends. As early as 1987, the product entered the international market, with merchants from fourteen countries and regions, including Europe, the United States, Japan, Southeast Asia, Hong Kong SAR, and Macao SAR, signing supply contracts with the Meizhou Pharmaceutical Factory. In 2025, Jiaying Pharmaceutical’s Double-ingredient Throat Wind Relief Powder was officially exported to Hong Kong and obtained the Hong Kong proprietary Chinese medicine registration certificate. Its overseas expansion represents a new case of internationalizing traditional Hakka Chinese patent medicine.

The Company is also actively participating in the development of the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area as a highland for Hakka TCM. In September 2025, it appeared at the China GBA Time-honored Brands (Culture) Expo. Guided by the strategy of “Hakka medicine” going global, Jiaying Pharmaceutical is gradually expanding its presence into Southeast Asia with Hong Kong as a springboard. In 2025, Jiaying Pharmaceutical took a substantial step forward with the establishment of its new wholly-owned subsidiary in Hong Kong, Jiaying International Group Limited, positioned as an international trade platform for TCM materials and Chinese patent medicines.

Cultural Empowerment: Elevating the Brand Value of Hakka Medicine

As a representative enterprise of the industrialization of Chinese Hakka medicine, Jiaying Pharmaceutical is enhancing brand value through cultural empowerment, integrating traditional remedies with modern technology to create a Hakka medicine brand with international influence.

“Jiaying Is Home to Hakka Medicine, and the Home of Its Best” is the Company’s core brand positioning, emphasizing the cultural attributes of “Hakka” within Hakka TCM. Through brand rejuvenation, storytelling, and cultural promotion, the Company integrates Hakka medicinal culture into both product value and corporate value.

From a folk remedy of the Yongzheng era to a modern publicly listed company, the century-long development of Jiaying Pharmaceutical demonstrates the profound heritage and promising future of Hakka medicine. Under the guidance of the “4+4 Strategy,” the Company is forging a distinctive path of industrializing Hakka medicine through technological innovation, industrial chain integration, and international expansion, allowing the wisdom of TCM to flourish anew in the modern era.

USI Invests in Optical Transceiver Manufacturing Capacity and Launches the Expansion Plan for the Second Plant in Vietnam

SHANGHAI, Dec. 17, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Global investment in computing infrastructure is accelerating, driving technology upgrades and service innovation across the artificial intelligence industry and its supply chain. Since the beginning of the year, USI has actively expanded its data center business, focusing on server boards, including AI accelerator cards and server motherboards, optical communications such as optical engines and optical transceivers, and AI server power solutions, including power distribution units, while accelerating product and capacity development.

USI’s Hai Phong facility in Vietnam, which began operations in 2021, spans 50,000 square meters and has generated more than US$800 million in revenue this year from smartwatch SiP modules and industrial products. To accelerate the rollout of its optical transceivers business and meet strong demand in the North American market, the company plans to invest in expanding the Hai Phong plant to a monthly capacity of 100,000 units of 800G/1.6T silicon photonic based optical transceivers, including a fully integrated production line covering optical engines, transceivers assembly, and final testing. USI will follow the trend of market demand and expand manufacturing capacity to satisfy customer needs.

In addition, USI plans to further expand its investment in Hai Phong. The company recently signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with Sai Gon–Hai Phong Industrial Park Corporation (SHP) at Trang Due Industrial Park in Hai Phong, Vietnam, outlining a preliminary intention to purchase land. The two parties will proceed with a formal agreement based on actual operational requirements, marking the first step in USI’s plans to develop a second manufacturing facility in Vietnam.

USI said Trang Due Industrial Park offers established transport links that support logistics and workforce mobility, alongside comprehensive residential and lifestyle amenities in the surrounding area. Phase III of the park is positioned as a high-technology manufacturing cluster, with access to seaports, highways and international airports. The site is supported by developed infrastructure, a deep labor pool and an integrated supply-chain ecosystem, as well as auxiliary services including employee housing, banking facilities and fuel stations.

SHP noted that Phase III builds on the successful development of the park’s first two phases and is reinforcing its status as a key investment destination in Hai Phong. With its infrastructure, labor availability and high-technology focus, the park is expected to attract additional international manufacturers. SHP added that cooperation with USI is intended to set a benchmark for industry participants and help catalyze further high-tech investment in the region.

Through its partnership with SHP, USI aims to strengthen delivery capabilities, meet customer demand and further advance its global expansion strategy, supporting its competitive position in international markets. The company’s diversified product manufacturing services provide greater flexibility in navigating global market uncertainty while maintaining high standards of quality and reliability for customers worldwide.

About Hai Phong Trang Due Industrial Park, Vietnam

Hai Phong Trang Due Industrial Park in Vietnam is developed by Sai Gon – Hai Phong Industrial Park Corporation (SHP), a subsidiary of KinhBac City Development Holding Corporation (KBC), with a total area of over 1,000 hectares. Among them, the Phase I and Phase II of Hai Phong Trang Due Industrial Park in Vietnam (401 hectares) have been fully leased, with over 100 projects and a total investment of nearly US$ 11 billion, featuring LG Group’s ecosystem and its supporting suppliers as key highlights. On this basis, the Phase III Industrial Park (652.73 hectares) is accelerating infrastructure development and is expected to have land available for use starting in 2026, with an operational period from 2025 to 2075.

About USI (601231.SH)

USI, Universal Scientific Industrial (Shanghai) Co., Ltd., is a global leader in electronic design and manufacturing as well as a leader in the field of SiP (System-in-Package) technology. USI has 30 production and service locations across four continents of Asia, Europe, Americas, and Africa, and offers customer diversified electronic products with D(MS)2 product services: Design, Manufacturing, Miniaturization, Industrial software and hardware Solutions, and material procurement, logistics and maintenance Services. USI is a subsidiary of ASE Technology Holding Co., Ltd. (TWSE: 3711, NYSE: ASX). To learn more, please visit www.usiglobal.com or engage with us on LinkedIn and YouTube.

Samsung Expands Premium Micro RGB Lineup for 2026 with New Sizes and Advanced Features

From 115-inch cinematic displays to 55-inch premium formats, the new lineup offers enhanced color precision and intelligent processing capabilities

SEOUL, South Korea, Dec. 17, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. today announced that in 2026, it will launch an expanded Micro RGB TV lineup, available in 55-, 65-, 75-, 85-, 100-, and 115-inch models.[1] The new expansive range introduces the next evolution of Samsung’s Micro RGB display technology, setting a new standard for premium home viewing.

“Samsung’s 2026 Micro RGB Lineup.”
“Samsung’s 2026 Micro RGB Lineup.”

“With Samsung’s latest technology, our Micro RGB portfolio delivers vivid color and clarity that make movies, sports and TV shows feel more expressive and engaging,” said Hun Lee, Executive Vice President of the Visual Display (VD) Business at Samsung Electronics. “By expanding the lineup for 2026, we’re establishing a new premium category with sizes that span the full range of modern living spaces while maintaining our highest picture standards.”

Consumers are demanding better picture quality from their TVs, and this differentiator has become a key reason many viewers upgrade to premium models.[2] Whether used as a centerpiece for large living spaces or a space-conscious premium display, each Micro RGB model utilizes Samsung’s advanced display architecture to reflects the company’s commitment to engineering precision and elite picture performance.

Micro RGB: Precision Engineered for Lifelike Colors

Building on the 115-inch Micro RGB introduced in 2025, the new lineup includes advanced features and new enhancements that elevate picture performance across color, clarity and style:

  • Micro RGB Technology uses sub-100μm red, green, and blue LEDs that each emit light independently. This advanced display architecture enables ultra-precise light control and improved color accuracy. Enhanced picture-processing technologies, including 4K AI Upscaling Pro and AI Motion Enhancer Pro[3], further refine brightness, smooth out motion and add clarity in real time.
  • Micro RGB AI Engine Pro is equipped with a next-generation AI chipset that enables more precise frame-by-frame clarity and realism. It also includes Micro RGB Color Booster Pro and Micro RGB HDR Pro to provide a vivid color experience that makes viewing content feel as real as seeing it in person.[4]
  • Micro RGB Precision Color 100 includes a refined Micro RGB light source with enhanced RGB color dimming precision for unparalleled color expression. Certified by VDE, Micro RBG Precision Color 100 achieves 100% of the BT.2020 wide color gamut, delivering hyper-real hues and brilliant brightness.
  • Upgraded Vision AI Companion, Samsung’s multi-agent platform, combines large language model (LLM)-powered intelligence with natural conversation via Bixby. It enables conversational search, interactive Q&A, proactive recommendations, and access to AI features and apps such as Live Translate, Generative Wallpaper and Perplexity.
  • Samsung’s proprietary Glare Free technology[5] minimizes reflections to further preserve clear color and contrast in a variety of lighting conditions for the best viewing experience.
  • Enhanced audio features including Dolby Atmos® for multidimensional sound, Adaptive Sound Pro for optimized clarity based on room and content types, and Q-Symphony, which connects TV speakers with compatible Samsung devices to deliver a deeper soundstage. All 2026 Samsung TVs will also feature Eclipsa Audio, the new spatial sound system engineered for immersive 3D audio.

First Look at CES 2026: New Micro RGB Lineup Made to Reshape Home Entertainment

Highlighting Samsung’s latest advancements in display performance, the company will showcase the new Micro RGB lineup at CES 2026, which takes place in Las Vegas Jan. 6-9. Samsung’s presence at the event will reinforce its commitment to delivering ultra-premium displays across a broader range of screen sizes and living spaces.

“Samsung’s 2026 Micro RGB Lineup.”
“Samsung’s 2026 Micro RGB Lineup.”

About Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd.

Samsung inspires the world and shapes the future with transformative ideas and technologies. The company is redefining the worlds of TVs, digital signage, smartphones, wearables, tablets, home appliances and network systems, as well as memory, system LSI and foundry. Samsung is also advancing medical imaging technologies, HVAC solutions and robotics, while creating innovative automotive and audio products through Harman. With its SmartThings ecosystem, open collaboration with partners, and integration of AI across its portfolio, Samsung delivers a seamless and intelligent connected experience. For the latest news, please visit the Samsung Newsroom at news.samsung.com.

[1] Product availability may vary by country.

[2] Consumer Reports. “Everything You Need to Know About 4K HDR TVs.” Consumer Reports, https://www.consumerreports.org/electronics-computers/tvs/everything-you-need-to-know-about-4k-hdr-tvs-a3185152015/.

[3] 4K AI Upscaling Pro and AI Motion Enhancer Pro are available only in certain models.

[4] Micro RGB AI Engine Pro and Micro RGB HDR Pro are available only in certain models.

[5] Glare Free technology is available only on certain models.

 

TOMBOGO x Vooglam Launch Limited Edition Eyewear Collection

Vooglam partners with streetwear luminary Tombogo for its first limited-edition collaboration, reimagining equipment as eyewear.

AUSTIN, Texas, Dec. 17, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — On December 16, 2025 TOMBOGO and Vooglam launch Vision Tools: Hypothesis, with five new limited frame styles synthesizing the “clothing as equipment” philosophy with primordial geologic textures into functional eyewear. This collaboration is TOMBOGO’s first full eyewear collection, and for Vooglam marks a new move into partnering with emerging fashion talent. The resulting range of performance-based frames provides wearers with the aesthetics and utility to move between urban contexts and work environments.


TOMBOGO x VOOGLAM Eyewear Capsule

Vision Tools is guided by “A New Visual Framework”, which imagines eyewear as one element of a wearer’s modular equipment system. The initial collection, Hypothesis, offers five unique instrument-derived frames with the tagline “Experiment Through Sight”, where one is invited to re-conceptualize how they may derive utility from their eyewear.

TOMBOGO was established in Oakland, California, by avant-garde streetwear artist and designer, Tommy Bogo. Bogo’s industrial design training fused with his immersion in West Coast culture into a fashion ideology where expressive clothing serves as a functional tool. Vooglam’s global knowledge base and production technologies and capabilities assist in translating sub-cultural reference points into engineered frames that are equal parts artwork and instrument.

TOMBOGO’s Vooglam partnership combines industry-leading craftsmanship, functionality and artistic personal expression, which is apparent in every detail on each pair of frames.

Each frame in the Hypothesis collection represents a unique equipment-based concept. The Programmer embeds a 64GB USB drive into the frame’s temples, providing digital storage backup functionality. The Geologist is comprised of sculpted, rock-like material in a techno-organic aesthetic union with daily eyewear. The Decoder features DNA helix-like arm design in both rimless and full-rim variants. The Utilitarian employs both a built-in magnetic compass and functional level, delivering new use-cases to optical frames. The Architect integrates carabiners and climbing gear forms into its spatial frame design.

Vision Tools: Hypothesis will be available December 16, 2025, on Vooglam and the Vision Tools website. Customers will be able to view the TOMBOGO x Vooglam collaboration story, launch frame specifications and stay informed on future releases. This drop introduces an ecosystem of equipment-designed vision tools for creatives and professionals.

About Vooglam

Established in 2017, Vooglam is an elevated eyewear brand filling a significant gap in the optical market by delivering premium-quality, design-forward frames directly to consumers without traditional retail markups. With a rapidly expanding catalog of nearly 2,000 unique frame designs available in over 170 countries and serving more than one million customers, Vooglam bridges affordability and luxury design. Through integrated manufacturing and a state-of-the-art in-house lens laboratory, we maintain complete quality control from design to delivery.

Vooglam collaborates with world-class artists, musicians, and designers to push the boundaries of eyewear design, serving discerning consumers who view their frames as personal art pieces that express their unique taste and identity. We look beyond.

 

The Programmer
The Programmer

BROOKLYN’S WILLIAMSBURG IS NEW YORK’S FASTEST-GROWING LUXURY MARKET

Upscale Retail, Michelin-Starred Restaurants, and Luxury Real Estate, including Naftali Group’s One Williamsburg Wharf, Call Williamsburg Home

BROOKLYN, N.Y., Dec. 17, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Situated along New York City’s iconic East River waterfront, Williamsburg is now one of Brooklyn’s most popular neighborhoods, evolving from its creative, culturally driven roots into one of New York’s most exclusive enclaves, with a new wave of luxury retail, award-winning restaurants, and high-end real estate. Well known to New Yorkers but increasingly recognized by international tourists and real estate buyers, Williamsburg continues to cement its reputation as a luxury destination while commanding real estate prices that rival those in Manhattan. Fueled by a thriving cultural scene and record-setting real estate sales, Williamsburg is now synonymous with luxury living in New York City, featuring beautifully designed waterfront homes, award-winning dining, and high-end retail brands.

One Williamsburg Wharf rises along Brooklyn's East River, offering sweeping views of the Manhattan skyline.
One Williamsburg Wharf rises along Brooklyn’s East River, offering sweeping views of the Manhattan skyline.

Williamsburg’s luxury appeal has strengthened in recent years with a wave of upscale retail storefronts and luxury designers, including Chanel, Hermès, and Rolex, as well as globally recognized brands such as Reformation, Aesop, Glossier, Kith, Le Labo, Alo Yoga, Sandro, and Maje. The neighborhood’s culinary scene has amplified this momentum, featuring Michelin-starred restaurants such as Aska, The Four Horsemen, Francie, Meadowsweet, and Misi, contributing to a lively, dynamic, and continually evolving dining landscape. Several A-list celebrities have also called Williamsburg home, including Justin and Hailey Bieber and notable actors Jeremy Allen White and Zoë Kravitz. All of these aspects are supported by a resilient residential real estate market that continues to outperform the broader borough, with Williamsburg now widely recognized as one of Brooklyn’s most desirable and rapidly expanding luxury neighborhoods among both New Yorkers and international buyers.

According to the latest market report from SERHANT., the leading real estate company founded by top real estate broker, best-selling author, and producer Ryan Serhant, and who recently debuted the latest season of his hit Netflix show ‘Owning Manhattan’, Brooklyn’s luxury new development sector is experiencing one of its strongest periods in recent years, with closings rising 68.2% year over year. Amid this momentum, Williamsburg stands out with a 71.9% sales increase, underscoring its role as the center of buyer activity in North Brooklyn. For investors, this surge reflects a market supported by steady absorption, limited new supply, and leasing fundamentals that help well-located homes consistently outperform. Over the past several years, Williamsburg has also demonstrated exceptional price stability and long-term upside, with average sale prices rising by more than 100% and rents increasing by nearly 50% since 2019. As this momentum continues, the neighborhood’s blend of lifestyle appeal and sustained value growth has made Williamsburg a clear indicator of how lifestyle and long-term value now intersect in New York City.

“Interest in the Williamsburg real estate market continues to strengthen, and we are seeing a meaningful shift in how people evaluate long-term value in New York City and in Brooklyn in particular,” said Ryan Serhant, Founder, CEO, and Broker, SERHANT. “Buyers today are looking for thoughtful design, quality construction, and a lifestyle that feels connected to the neighborhood, and Williamsburg delivers on all of those priorities, with easy access to Manhattan. The depth of international demand, combined with steady absorption and limited new supply, has reinforced Williamsburg’s position as a market where buyers feel confident investing for the future.”

Impressive luxury-lifestyle offerings and increased buyer activity have strengthened demand for best-in-class waterfront product in Williamsburg, and design-forward, amenity-rich developments continue to outperform the broader market as buyers seek long-term value anchored in quality and location. SERHANT., which leads sales for One Williamsburg Wharf, a recently completed luxury condominium tower on Williamsburg’s East River waterfront, notes that the strength of Williamsburg’s price performance reflects sustained global demand and a maturing luxury market segment. One Williamsburg Wharf has played a significant role in this shift thanks to New York-based developer Naftali Group‘s broader master-planned vision for the site. The project reflects many qualities shaping today’s buyer preferences, such as design-forward architecture and interiors, sweeping skyline views, and resort-style amenities. With one-bedroom homes priced from $1,175,000, many units at One Williamsburg Wharf also offer smart investment opportunities.

“Williamsburg has reached an exciting point in its evolution, and the level of interest we are seeing at One Williamsburg Wharf reflects how deeply the neighborhood resonates with today’s buyers,” said Danielle Naftali, Executive Vice President of Marketing, Sales, and Design, Naftali Group, the developer of One Williamsburg Wharf. “People are looking for homes that feel intentional, from the architecture to the way a building engages with the waterfront, and Williamsburg has become a place where that standard is understood and embraced, and we’re excited to see the attention the neighborhood and our project are receiving from buyers around the world.”

In addition to its high-end real estate, award-winning dining, and luxury retail offerings, Williamsburg is conveniently located in North Brooklyn, with easy access to the iconic East River waterfront and its green spaces, including Domino Park and Bushwick Inlet Park. Quick connections to Manhattan on the L train, the J, M, and Z subway lines, and the NYC Ferry reinforce the neighborhood’s appeal for those seeking convenience alongside quality of life. Taken together, these elements have positioned Williamsburg as a global lifestyle destination, a place where cultural richness, design excellence, and long-term value continue to resonate with buyers around the world, and a neighborhood whose momentum offers a compelling moment for those looking to enter the New York City real estate market.

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