Ongoing AI Investment Momentum Drove Back-to-Back Quarters of Record Results

MILPITAS, Calif., Sept. 4, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — SEMI, the industry association advancing the global semiconductor and electronics design and manufacturing supply chain, today announced in its Worldwide Semiconductor Equipment Market Statistics (WWSEMS) report that global semiconductor equipment billings increased 23% year-over-year to US$40.53 billion in the second quarter of 2026. Second quarter 2026 billings registered an 11% quarter-over-quarter growth.

The results mark a second consecutive record quarter, reflecting accelerating demand for technology and capacity solutions to support AI investments momentum as well as global buildout of AI computing infrastructure.

“The second consecutive quarter of record semiconductor equipment billings reflects the industry’s sustained investment in the advanced manufacturing capacity needed to support rising chip demand, particularly for AI infrastructure,” said Ajit Manocha, SEMI President and CEO. “Growth across Asia, North America and Europe underscores the global nature of this demand and the critical role of semiconductor manufacturing in enabling the next wave of AI-driven innovation.”

Compiled from data submitted by members of SEMI and the Semiconductor Equipment Association of Japan (SEAJ), the WWSEMS report is a summary of the monthly billings figures for the global semiconductor equipment industry. 

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BANDUNG, Indonesia, Sept. 4, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — A report from Henan International Communication Center: 

On September 3, the Henan Cultural Tourism Promotion Conference and Heluo Culture Exhibition was held in Bandung, Indonesia, bringing together more than 100 representatives from the Indonesian government, enterprises, media, overseas Chinese business associations, and culture and tourism industry organizations.

The Henan Cultural Tourism Promotion Conference highlighted Henan’s ancient capitals, martial arts, porcelain, and Chinese character culture. Through video screenings, live performances, and cooperation agreement – signing ceremonies, the event showcased the diverse appeal of Henan’s culture and tourism to Indonesian audiences. Five specially curated travel routes for Indonesian tourists were also unveiled: “The Center of Heaven and Earth‌,” “Kung Fu in the Central Plains,” “Poetic Land of Henan,” “Craftsmanship of the Heluo Region,” and “A Culinary Journey to the Roots.”

The Heluo Culture Exhibition featured sections exploring the origins of Chinese civilization, the history of music, the legacy of porcelain, the mysteries of Chinese characters, the roots of Chinese surnames, and new developments in culture and tourism. By drawing comparisons with local Indonesian culture, the exhibition told stories of civilization spanning from the Yellow River to the Java Sea.

H. Erwan Setiawan, Vice Governor of West Java Province, said, “Henan and Indonesia share many cultural similarities, and we look forward to seeing more Henan cultural events come to Indonesia.”

From September 1 to 3, a series of cultural pop-up events were also held at cultural landmarks, shopping malls, universities, and other venues in Jakarta and Bandung. Intangible cultural heritage practitioners from Henan specializing in paper-cutting, incense culture, traditional bone-setting, tea ceremony, Tang Sancai pottery, martial arts, and traditional Chinese music demonstrated their skills and interacted with Indonesian audiences, giving local residents an opportunity to experience the charm of Heluo culture close to home.

Joint opening with MOGSEC and EIC strengthens links between Malaysian OGSE capabilities, international project pipelines and growing regional energy opportunities

KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia, Sept. 4, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Oil & Gas Asia (OGA) 2026 opened with a stronger focus on market access, project opportunities and cross-border business connections, bringing Malaysian and international energy companies together as the industry responds to shifting demand, supply-chain pressures, technological change and the transition towards more resilient energy systems.

The 22nd edition of OGA, taking place from 2 to 4 September 2026 at the Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre, is co-located with the Malaysian Oil, Gas & Energy Services Exhibition & Conference (MOGSEC) and EIC Connect OGA. Together, the three platforms bring Malaysian OGSE capabilities, international project opportunities, technology, investment and industry expertise into closer contact.

The joint opening was officiated by PETRONAS President and Group Chief Executive Officer Tan Sri Tengku Muhammad Taufik, alongside Informa Markets Malaysia Chairman Tan Sri Abdul Rahman Mamat, Energy Industries Council (EIC) Regional Director, Asia Pacific Syed Saggaf Syed Ahmad, Malaysian Oil, Gas & Energy Services Council (MOGSC) President Zahris Sham Abu Musa and Malaysia Petroleum Resources Corporation (MPRC) President and Chief Executive Officer Mohd Yazid Jaafar.

For Tan Sri Abdul Rahman Mamat, Chairman of Informa Markets Malaysia, the value of OGA lies in bringing companies, capabilities and markets together at a time when the energy industry is undergoing significant change.

“OGA connects businesses with decision-makers, technology providers with potential users, investors with opportunities, and Malaysian companies with regional and international markets. And very often, a conversation that begins here can lead to a partnership, an investment or a new business opportunity,” said Tan Sri Abdul Rahman Mamat.

The commercial potential of such connections was demonstrated at OGA 2025, which attracted more than 33,000 attendees from 81 countries and 2,000 participating brands and companies, generating US$42.17 million in reported potential business for exhibitors.

OGA 2026 is expected to attract more than 30,000 trade attendees, alongside 2,000 participating brands and companies, more than 40 industry speakers and eight international pavilions from Australia, China, Germany, India, Italy, Singapore, South Korea and the United Kingdom. Notably, 35% of exhibitors are new to OGA this year, bringing a wider mix of companies and capabilities to this year’s edition.

The international profile of the event is further strengthened by a new pavilion from Western Australia, bringing additional companies, capabilities and perspectives to OGA. The event is also collaborating with Timor-Leste, strengthening links with an emerging energy market and creating another avenue for cooperation.

The participation of new and international players is supported by PETRONAS, as Corporate Sponsor, and Malaysia Petroleum Resources Corporation (MPRC), as National OGSE Development Partner. For Malaysia’s OGSE sector, stronger regional and international links are increasingly important as companies seek to build capabilities, adopt new technologies and identify new markets.

“For MPRC, being the National OGSE Development Partner at OGA 2026 gives us an opportunity to bring Government and industry closer and move forward together on an important conversation: Not just about where the oil and gas services industry is today, but about where Malaysian companies will find their next source of growth.” said Mohd Yazid Jaafar, President and CEO of MPRC.

That focus on domestic capability is reflected in MOGSEC, which returns for its eighth edition, co-organised with MOGSC. Bringing together emerging companies from Malaysia’s OGSE sector, MOGSEC puts local capabilities in the spotlight, creating opportunities for service providers to showcase their expertise and connect with regional and international stakeholders. Its SME Pavilion further provides a dedicated platform for smaller companies to build connections and pursue new business opportunities.

The international business dimension is strengthened through EIC Connect OGA, delivered in partnership with the Energy Industries Council. The platform brings international energy companies, technology providers and service organisations together to explore project pipelines, market intelligence, investment opportunities and potential partnerships, with a focus on markets including Sabah, Sarawak, Brunei and Indonesia.

Beyond the exhibition floor, OGA’s conference and knowledge programme, including the SPEAK OGA C-Suite Series, brings industry leaders, technical experts and policymakers together to examine market developments, operational efficiency, digital transformation, energy transition, talent development and emerging technologies, with a focus on how businesses are responding to a changing operating environment.

OGA Industry Plus, supported by SBM International Trading FZCO, further expands industry engagement by encouraging broader participation and peer-to-peer networking across the energy community.

Across the three days, OGA 2026 will also host a series of targeted business engagements, leadership roundtables, investment forums, talent sessions and technical dialogues, bringing together stakeholders from specific markets, sectors and communities across the wider energy ecosystem.

The event is supported by industry partners across the energy value chain, including Platinum Sponsors Velesto Energy and EPIC Berhad; Gold Sponsors Octave and ANP; Silver Sponsors Yokogawa, MHH Condition Monitoring Sdn Bhd and Vantris Energy Berhad; General Sponsors ENE Petro Services Sdn Bhd, FPT Corporation, Prometheus Group and KMIRA; and OGA Industry Plus sponsor SBM International Trading FZCO.

OGA 2026 continues at the Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre until 4 September, bringing together the regional energy community for three days of business, industry dialogue and technology showcase.

For more information and visitor registration, visit www.oilandgas-asia.com

Notes to Editors
About Oil & Gas Asia (OGA)
Oil & Gas Asia (OGA) is one of Southeast Asia’s premier platforms for the oil, gas and energy sector. Organised by Informa Markets Malaysia, the exhibition and conference convene policymakers, national and international energy companies, engineering and technology providers, investors and solution partners to explore emerging opportunities, showcase innovation and drive business growth across the energy value chain. As the industry’s leading meeting place for knowledge exchange, investment and technology advancement, OGA supports the development of a resilient, competitive and sustainable energy ecosystem by facilitating market access, strategic partnerships and industry insights that shape the future of energy in Southeast Asia. For more information, visit www.oilandgas-asia.com.

About Informa Markets
Informa Markets creates platforms for industries and specialist markets to trade, innovate, and grow. Our portfolio comprises more than 450 international B2B events and brands across markets, including Healthcare & Pharmaceuticals, Infrastructure, Construction & Real Estate, Fashion & Apparel, Hospitality, Food & Beverage, and Health & Nutrition. We provide customers and partners around the globe with opportunities to engage, experience, and do business through face-to-face exhibitions, specialist digital content, and actionable data solutions. As the world’s leading exhibition organiser, we bring a diverse range of specialist markets to life, unlocking opportunities and helping them thrive 365 days a year. For more information, please visit www.informamarkets.com.

EDM meets robot combat as CyberHero x Riyadh invites Tokyo Machine to the arena on September 9

RIYADH, Saudi Arabia, Sept. 4, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Electronic music producer and DJ Tokyo Machine will perform at CyberHero x Riyadh on September 9, bringing his video-game-inspired sound to the Middle East’s first humanoid robot kickboxing event.

Organized by Hero Esports, CyberHero x Riyadh will bring together ten humanoid robots for a night combining live kickboxing, music and immersive entertainment. Tokyo Machine will perform as part of the show, adding an EDM dimension to an event built around the convergence of technology, competition and pop culture.

Known for blending retro 8-bit chiptune melodies with high-energy bass music, Tokyo Machine has built a distinctive identity closely connected to gaming culture. His music has featured in titles including Rocket League and VR rhythm game Beat Saber, while his signature sound has received support from artists including Tiësto, Martin Garrix, David Guetta, Dillon Francis and Afrojack.

Since making his live debut at EDC Las Vegas in 2017, Tokyo Machine has performed at major international festivals and events including Tomorrowland, Amsterdam Dance Event, DreamHack and Rampage.

“CyberHero was never meant to feel like a technology demonstration,” said Danny Tang, Co-founder and CEO of Hero Esports. “We want to create a new kind of live entertainment experience where sport, technology, music and gaming culture can come together. Tokyo Machine is a natural fit for that vision.”

CyberHero x Riyadh marks the global debut of CyberHero, Hero Esports’ new robot sports series. Ten EngineAI T800 humanoid robots will enter the arena, standing approximately 1.73 metres tall and weighing between 75 and 85 kilograms, in live kickboxing bouts designed to put their speed, balance, reaction and combat capabilities to the test.

The event will take place on September 9, 2026 at 9:00 PM in Riyadh — 9/9 at 9.

About Tokyo Machine

Tokyo Machine is an electronic music producer and DJ known for combining retro 8-bit melodies, video-game influences and high-energy bass music. Since debuting on Monstercat in 2016, his music has appeared in major gaming titles including Rocket League and Beat Saber, and he has performed at international events including EDC Las Vegas, Tomorrowland, ADE, DreamHack and Rampage.

About Hero Esports

Hero Esports is Asia’s largest esports and entertainment production company. Headquartered at the intersection of gaming, music, and pop culture, Hero Esports has evolved from a tournament organizer into a full-spectrum cultural powerhouse, orchestrating over 7,000 events per year that captivate over 600 million fans. Since 2025, Hero Esports has also produced music festival, like The Magic of Tomorrowland and anime conventions, including its own anime and comic festival OiOi Party.

BERLIN, Sept. 4, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Hisense, a leading brand in global consumer electronics and home appliances, is showcasing its vision of “Companion Living” at IFA 2026 under the theme “Innovating a Brighter Life,” bringing AI into everyday experiences through its V AIOS and AI Companion Suite.

At the center is V AIOS, the next evolution of VIDAA OS, built around four core AI capabilities: Sense, Think, Communicate and Execute. Together, these capabilities enable V AIOS to sense people, devices, and their surroundings, understand context and intent, communicate naturally across people and devices, and coordinate content, devices and services to take action on the user’s behalf. The result is a more intuitive and human-centered foundation for intelligent living.

Building on this AI foundation, the AI Companion Suite brings intelligence into three everyday areas: Cooking, Laundry, and Air & Energy. In the kitchen, intelligence comes together across the space to make cooking feel effortless. By understanding individual food preferences, available ingredients and context, the kitchen can coordinate the refrigerator, oven and other appliances to recommend what to make and guide the cooking process—transforming what’s in the fridge into a dinner made just for you.

In laundry, the same intelligence helps take the guesswork out of garment care, recognizing fabrics and coordinating washing and drying for the way each item should be treated. In the living space, the UR9 serves as a gateway to the connected home, bringing together comfort and energy management to adapt airflow and the home environment around people and conditions.

Together, these innovations demonstrate how AI can move beyond individual smart devices to become a more proactive, personalized and effortless part of everyday life.

Beyond the home, Hisense also announced its partnership with UEFA EURO 2028, marking its fourth consecutive UEFA European Championship partnership, following its collaborations around the 2016, 2020 and 2024 tournaments. From everyday living to global sporting moments, Hisense continues to bring its vision of “Innovating a Brighter Life” to life through technology that brings people closer.

About Hisense

Hisense, founded in 1969, is a globally recognized leader in home appliances and consumer electronics with operations in over 180 countries, specializing in delivering high-quality multimedia products, home appliances, and intelligent IT solutions. According to Omdia, Hisense ranks No. 1 globally in the 100-inch and over TV segment (2023-2026H1). As The Origin of RGB MiniLED, Hisense continues to lead the next-generation RGB MiniLED innovation. As the official sponsor of the FIFA World Cup 2026^TM, Hisense is committed to global sports partnerships as a way to connect with audiences worldwide.

BERLIN, Sept. 4, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — TCL, a global leader in consumer electronics and the world’s No.1 Mini LED and ultra-large¹ TV brand, today unveiled its vision for an AI Inspired Life at IFA 2026 with the TCL Inspiration Habitat.

Drawing on its technology leadership across displays of all sizes, home appliances and intelligent living solutions, TCL is showing how AI can deliver fully integrated experiences across different parts of everyday life rather than remaining siloed to individual products. From cinematic displays to handheld screens, from air conditioning and laundry to home access and family companionship, the Inspiration Habitat brings these technologies together into experiences that respond more naturally to people, their needs and the spaces around them.

Inspire Your Vision: Expanding How We Experience the World

As the primary access point for AI, the screen is where TCL’s vision for an AI Inspired Life begins. At IFA 2026, TCL is showcasing its extended portfolio of display technologies, spanning from large home theater TVs to smartphones, tablets and wearable devices that together cover more of the ways people watch, work and connect.

At the center is the TCL X11L SQD-Mini LED TV. Representing the pinnacle of TCL’s Mini LED display technology across QD-Mini LED, RGB-Mini LED, and SQD-Mini LED, the X11L is powered by a Super Mini LED Backlight, a Super QLED layer, and the WHVA 2.0 Ultra Panel, delivering up to 20,736 precise dimming zones, 10,000 nits of HDR brightness, and up to 100% BT.2020 color gamut coverage. Together with Audio by Bang & Olufsen, the TCL X11L sets a new benchmark for Mini LED picture and sound in the home.

TCL’s display expertise is also on full show with the TCL X3A OLED⁺ Gaming Monitor, which brings high contrast and dual-mode ultra-high refresh rates to gaming. The TCL Digital Signage TMN Series carries TCL’s display capabilities into professional settings. For equally epic audio, the flagship TCL Q95K Soundbar creates a more immersive home cinema environment through an 11.1.4-channel acoustic architecture and audio tuning with Bang & Olufsen. Alongside major hardware innovations, TCL also recently rolled out Gemini for Google TV™ in more countries and languages, including European markets such as the UK, France, Italy and Spain. Gemini transforms content discovery on the big-screen through a smarter AI companion experience, and making it conversational and effortless.

On smaller and more personal screens, TCL, a globally recognized smartphone brand, continues to develop different display technologies designed around different ways of seeing. Making its first appearance at IFA 2026, the TCL P80 Series Smartphone is led by the TCL P80 Ultra, which combines a class-leading 50MP 3x periscope telephoto camera, a bright 1.5K display capable of reaching 3,200 nits, and a slim, lightweight design built for everyday use. The P80 Ultra and P80 Pro also feature the next generation of TCL’s exclusive NXTPAPER technology, helping to improve eye comfort whether reading, viewing content outdoors or in low-light, or using the device for extended time periods. For tablet users, the TCL TAB A1 Plus NXTPAPER brings this paper-like viewing experience to a 12.2-inch display, while on the other end of the portable display spectrum, RayNeo GT Max AR Glasses and RayNeo iO Smart Glasses explore new forms of wearable viewing and everyday AI interaction, and TCL Tbot extends children’s smartwatches from outdoor safety guardians to interactive desktop companions.

Beyond the product demos, TCL has also brought together a series of industry and technical experts to explore the future of big-screen entertainment at home. With perspectives from Hollywood colorist Natasha Leonnet, Google TV’s Product Lead Fahad Durrani, and tech creator Adam Butcher, the discussions delve into how the trend towards larger home TV sizes is making weaknesses in picture quality harder to hide, and how AI is turning the TV from a passive display into a highly personalized entertainment hub, with the next level of immersion hinging on how well display technology, creative intent and intelligent interaction work together.

Inspire Your Comfort: Making Everyday Intelligence Effortless

In the home, some of the most useful applications of AI are the ones that work behind the scenes. In the case of the TCL FreshIN 3.0 Ultra Air Conditioner, fresh-air technology is combined with an upgraded T-AI big data model that adjusts compressor frequency for greater efficiency, delivering up to 37% additional energy savings on top of its inverter performance. Smart Voice Control also enables fast, hands-free operation without relying on an internet connection, while real-time air-quality monitoring makes indoor conditions easier for users to understand.

For laundry, the TCL AI SuperDrum Laundry Tower P9 Ultra uses Generative AI Wash to sense load size, fabric type, and dirt level before automatically adjusting water, temperature, detergent dosage and cycle time to perform the optimal wash. When the cycle is complete, the tower’s triple-inverter heat pump supports efficient low-temperature drying for a more eco-friendly wash. The TCL Free Built-in Refrigerator takes a different approach to convenience, combining flexible food storage and humidity control with a flush built-in design created for modern kitchens.

Beyond home appliances, TCL is also using AI to help homeowners better manage and secure their home. The TCL K11D Pro Dual-Screen AI Smart Lock adds AI-powered interaction and visitor monitoring so that homeowners can safely unlock their door remotely, and the D2 Pro Matter Palm Vein Smart Lock enables touchless access for ultra convenience without sacrificing security.

Inspire Your Living: A Home That Adapts to You

As homes become more connected, the next step in smart living will come not from simply adding more smart devices but by making those technologies work together more intuitively while blending seamlessly into the home environment.

The upgraded TCL NXTHOME™ brings smart displays, home appliances and intelligent design into a more complete living environment. Inspired by the rhythm of the seasons, the experience combines TCL technology with perspectives from Bang & Olufsen, Roche Bobois, Castelli Milano 1938, Chris Lefteri Design and WGSN, exploring how future homes can become more responsive without feeling dominated by technology.

TCL’s AiMe Family Companion Robot meanwhile brings natural multimodal interaction, lifelike motion and evolving content into family life, encouraging children’s exploration, self-expression and positive habits while supporting parents in everyday routines. For smart home energy, the SunPower Origin Back Contact Solar Panel combines back-contact and shingled-cell solar technologies into one panel to improve efficiency and long-term performance for residential use.

Inspire Your Passion: Technology for the Moments We Share

Alongside the extensive lineup of products and technologies, TCL is also showing how technology has the power to inspire by connecting people with the things they care about most. With the 2026 FIBA Women’s Basketball World Cup taking place in Berlin during IFA, TCL is using its role as a FIBA Global Partner to bring the energy and excitement of the tournament into the Inspiration Habitat through a series of basketball experiences and fan interactions. Through its partnership with FIBA and other sports organizations worldwide, TCL is bringing the AI Inspired Life beyond the home into the moments that people share.

This IFA, discover TCL’s vision for an AI Inspired Life at the Inspiration Habitat, where intelligence goes beyond just connected products to encompass true smart living as a natural part of how people enjoy life in the home and beyond.

TCL at IFA 2026

TCL IFA 2026 Booth

Date: September 4-8, 2026

Location: Hall 21A, Messe Berlin, Germany

About TCL

TCL is a leading consumer electronics brand and a global leader in the television industry. Operating in over 160 markets worldwide, TCL specializes in the research, development and manufacturing of consumer electronics products, including TVs, audio systems, home appliances, mobile devices, smart glasses, commercial displays and more.

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