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2025 Medtec Free Pre-Registration Kicks Off! Meet Over 1000 Chinese Local Enterprises

SHANGHAI, April 24, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — The 2025 Medtec International Medical Device Design & Manufacturing Technology Exhibition (hereinafter referred to as 2025 Medtec) will be held at the Halls 1&2 of Shanghai World Expo Exhibition & Convention Center from September 24 to September 26. This exhibition is expected to cover 45,000㎡, with the Advanced Active Device Tech EXPO (hereinafter referred to as ADTE) and Quality Expo concurrently held. The event will bring together over 1,000 premium exhibitors from approximately 27 countries worldwide, showcasing products across 21 major categories. The 2025 Medtec Global Medical Supply Chain Summit will also be held, comprising eight sectors where over a hundred authoritative guests will explore industry trends with delegates.


Driven by the ’14th Five-Year Plan’ and new medical infrastructure policies, domestic medical devices are entering a ‘golden era of development’. The government has implemented measures such as tax reductions and mutual recognition of certification standards to reduce the costs of companies for overseas business. Meanwhile, the factors like accelerated aging, expanded primary healthcare, and technological innovation are propelling domestic medical equipment to rapidly advance from low-end consumables into high-end imaging, cardiovascular interventions, surgical robots, and other advanced fields. This year, Medtec will take the dual drivers of “substituted by domestic products + going global” as the core, bringing together over 1,000 domestic and international enterprises to showcase innovative technologies in the whole industry chain, helping China’s medical device industry overcome technical barriers and accelerate the process of globalization. 

The pre-registration for 2025 Medtec is now officially start. From now until September 23rd, individual visitor and delegates can register for free admission through multiple channels, including official website EDM, E-mail contact. By complete the registration ahead, visitors and delegates can save entry fees up to$20USD, and gain exclusive access to premium benefits. Click to pre-register for visit >

Registration Now and Win Exclusive Gifts

2025 Medtec offers diverse pre-registration methods. Whether you will visit the show by individual or as group we provide various gift choice to claim onsite.

Channel 1. Online registration through Medtec official website

Visit https://en.medtecchina.com/, and click ‘Visitor Registration’ button demonstrated on the homepage, and follow the step to complete registration application.

Channel 2. Registration through E-mail

You can directly send your request to tracy.zhang@informa.com, to obtain the registration link.

Channel 3. Official E-newsletter

Check E-mail address, we should reach you directly if you visit or exhibit before. The fast registration link should lie in it.

Channel 4. Group registration

If you wish to join 2025 Medtec with 5 or more, please  send E-mail to tracy.zhang@informa.com for group pre-registration. You can either come with colleagues or friends.

4. Invite more to win “top inviter scheme”

Upon completion personal pre-registration, you may share tailored poster via the ‘Invite My Friends’ – ‘Invite friends’ or send invitation through e-mail via Medtec registration system. In this way, you don’t have to come together with invitees, but we will offer reward for top 3 inviters.

This year’s Medtec requires real-name entry system. All visitors must bring confirmation letter and personal ID for admission. 2025 Medtec is a professional trade show. Minors under 18 is not permitted to entry.

Efficient Exhibition and Learning of cutting-edge Products All at Once

As the annual gathering place for medical device manufacturers to release new equipment, technologies, materials, and trends, 2025 Medtec will continue to showcase in Hall 1 (Medical Manufacturing Service & Equipment Pavilion) and Hall 2 (Medical Materials & Core Components Pavilion) at the Shanghai World Expo Exhibition & Convention Center(short for SWEEC). The exhibition will encompass 21 major product categories, with participating companies evenly distributed in two halls. Currently, over 800 companies have confirmed their participation, including renowned entities such as Lanzhou Seemine Keli New Materials Co., Ltd., WuXi AppTec (Suzhou) Co., Ltd., Suzhou Kedifei Biotechnology Co., Ltd., DuPont (China) R&D Management Co., Ltd., and Vector Automotive Technology (Shanghai) Co., Ltd. Furthermore, and the companies like Joymed-tech (Shanghai) Co., Ltd., Shanghai Y&L Precision Parts Manufacturing Co., Ltd., Guangzhou Honghui Spring Co., Ltd., and IneosStyrolution Advanced Materials (Shanghai) Co., Ltd. will showcase products such as medical collagen, integrated water-electroporation devices, precision welding components, spiral tubes, and Novodur HDs.

In recent years, Made-in-China medical devices have been steadily displacing imported products through their cost-effectiveness and localized service capabilities, achieving a “curve overtaking” particularly in niche segments like AI-assisted diagnosis, 3D-printed biomaterials, and cardiac electrophysiology equipment.  Data shows that in 2024, Mindray’s overseas revenue accounted for 38.8% of its total revenue, while United Imaging’s global installed base has surpassed 30,000 units, underscoring the international competitiveness of Chinese manufacturing.

2025Medtec will set aside a 1,500 m² ADTE zone, emphasizing pivotal challenges such as chip sensing, precision machining, and AI-assisted medical devices. Over 100 leading domestic enterprises will showcase their innovative accomplishments. Click to pre-register for visit >

Medtec Global Medical Supply Chain Summit to hit global hot trends

The rapid development of medical device industry hinges on robust supply chain support and the establishment of innovation ecosystem. The technological strides in upstream electronic components, raw materials, and other areas underpin the technological trajectory of medical devices, while the requirements of downstream healthcare institutions fuel a sustained industry advancement.

The industrial summit in concurrent to 2025 Medtec will undergo a comprehensive upgrade and change name into  Medtec Global Medical Supply Chain Summit. This event will concentrate on the entire lifecycle of medical device R&D, design, manufacturing, and implementation to foster collaboration and innovation across all supply chain tiers. Simultaneously, we will delve into the development trajectories of innovative medical devices and active medical devices, explore the challenges and opportunities encountered by medical device companies in their global expansion, and assist enterprises in achieving new breakthroughs.

The summit will be anticipated to feature over 120 speakers from governmental regulatory bodies, leading universities, research institutions, and leading enterprises, who will collaborate with attendees to navigate the globalization path for domestic medical devices. 

The 2025 Medtec Global Medical Supply Chain Summit will be featured with eight core sectors:

Material Innovation & Application

  • Boosters for the Birth of Medical Devices-Innovative Medical Materials/Accessories
  • 3D Printing Materials and Technologies for Medical Device Applications
  • Forum on Technology Development of New Type Medical Dressings

Regulation & Quality

  • The 6th Edition of Regulatory Lecture: Practice for Product Compliance and Market Launch
  • Quality Focus – Medical Device Life Cycle Risk Management

Advanced Active Medical Technologies

  • The 9th IIMD China Summit-Implantable and Interventional Medical Device——New Technologies, New Applications, New Opportunities
  • Active Medical Equipment Core Components and Technology Forum

Manufacturing Process

  • Precision Machining Equipment and Technology Forum
  • Plastic Molding Technology in Medical Device Manufacturing Forum
  • The 6th Forum for High-end Digital Manufacturing Technology for Medical Devices
  • Seminar of Advanced Technology of Medical Bonding and Welding
  • The 7th Session of Pack & Ster Hub

R&D

  • Overseas Advanced Medical Manufacturing Technology
  • The 8th Conference of Medical Device Design

Consumer Medical

  • Medical Cosmetology Forum——UOR Innovation Technologies
  • Medical Cosmetology Forum——Research and Clinical Application of New Materials
  • Forum on Innovation and Practice in Rehabilitation Medical Devices

Market & Purchase

  • Conference on Supporting Services for Medical Device Companies Overseas Expansion
  • The 9th Market Report Track of Medical Device Industry

Other Supporting Activities

Medtec has been committed to the development of collaboration and innovation throughout the entire industry value chain, offering an all-in-one platform for industry professionals to showcase technologies, facilitate business connections, and gain insights into policies and technical advancements.

As domestic substituted products ventures into more challenging fields and global competition intensifies, 2025 Medtec will serve as a vital opportunity for companies to capitalize on emerging market opportunities. Register for free now and collaborate with industry leaders for mutual development!

Cloud4C Partners with ORIX Rentec to Launch GPU Cloud in Japan, Accelerating Security-first Enterprise AI Transformations

SINGAPORE, April 24, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Cloud4C, world’s leading multi-cloud MSP and a trusted AI transformation partner, announces its partnership with ORIX Rentec Corporation (“ORIX Rentec”), a group company of ORIX, which is a diversified multinational financial services group, to render GPU Cloud services in Japan.

Cloud4C will deliver a security-first GPU cloud wherein enterprises can access hyperscale performant GPU clusters on-demand to operate their AI workloads. The cloud will be available in private, hybrid cloud mode allowing integration with a firm’s existing landscapes. Unifying operational platforms, technologies, and managed services from dedicated COEs, the offering empowers businesses with a risk-proof sovereign AI stack. The service starts in 2025 helping institutions accelerate their AI, R&D, and product initiatives.

“This is a landmark engagement for us in Japan, a global innovation hub and key region for Cloud4C. Combining our world-class GPU infrastructure, managed cloud, and AI capabilities with ORIX Rentec’s diversified industrial expertise will bolster adoption of AI’s breakthrough potential across sectors,” mentioned Sridhar Pinnapureddy, Chairman and Managing Director, Cloud4C.

Chanakya Levaka, COO, Cloud4C said, “Unlocking the real value of AI requires affordable accelerated compute, precise operational stacks, security-first and sovereign frameworks, and above all skilled resources. Partnering with ORIX Rentec, we aim to deliver a GPU cloud that is engineered for impactful AI outcomes risk-proof, maximizing ROI.”

Toshiyuki Okino, Managing Executive Officer, ORIX Rentec Corporation mentions, “ORIX Rentec is very happy to provide this service as a partner with Cloud4C. Cloud4C’s high-quality, security-first GPU cloud ecosystem will accelerate AI adoption and research & development in Japan. We believe it will also drive demand for rentals and service usage of edge devices such as electronic measuring instruments, IT equipment, robots, drones, and 3D printers, as well as the manufacturers of these devices. As these are our core products and target customer base, we are confident that this partnership will provide new services and value to companies advancing AI and DX, contributing to their business transformation.”

About Cloud4C

Cloud4C is a global leader in AI-driven Managed Services and Security services, enabling 4,000+ enterprises across 29 countries to adopt AI and drive secure, intelligent, and scalable cloud transformations. Backed by a 99.95% uptime SLA from infrastructure to application login, we empower agility through automation, predictive analytics, and industry-specific, security-rich architectures.

USANA Philippines Named Among Most Trusted Brands by Reader’s Digest

Second consecutive year USANA won gold award in Natural Food Supplements category

MANILA, Philippines, April 24, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — USANA Health Sciences, Inc., a global leader in cellular nutrition, announced today that its Philippines market recently received the gold award in the Natural Food Supplements category at the Reader’s Digest Trusted Brands awards. This is the second consecutive year that USANA has won this prestigious award.  

USANA Philippines Named Among Most Trusted Brands by Reader’s Digest
USANA Philippines Named Among Most Trusted Brands by Reader’s Digest

To learn more about USANA and its products, please visit USANA.com.  

“USANA is a brand built on trust, and this award further proves that you can put your trust in us,” said Vivienne Lee, USANA’s regional vice president. “I am so proud of everything our Philippines market has accomplished and this award will go a long way in cementing USANA as a leader in the market.”

The USANA Philippines corporate office opened in 2009 in the country’s business capital at the Enterprise Center in Makati.

“I am beyond excited for our market to receive this award,” said Cherry Ampig, general manager of USANA Philippines. “This award adds that much more validation to the USANA story, which gives our customers yet another strong selling point. I would like to thank everyone in the USANA family for their support and help in making this award a reality.”

For nearly three decades, the Trusted Brands survey has captured the shifting dynamics of consumer behaviour. With AI revolutionizing industries and reshaping consumer expectations, trust has never been more critical. In an age where information is readily available and consumers are more discerning than ever, the brands that thrive are those that consistently deliver on their promises.

With 27 years of experience analysing trust across industries, Reader’s Digest continues to provide valuable insights into what makes a brand truly trustworthy. In an age where trust is the most valuable currency, brands that prioritize authenticity and transparency will lead the way into the future.

About USANA
USANA (NYSE:USNA) prides itself on providing consumers with quality nutritional and lifestyle products. From its award-winning supplements to its innovative Celavive skincare and Active Nutrition lines, USANA has proven for over 30 years why it’s a company you can trust. How about giving us a try? Shop at USANA.com or learn more at whatsupUSANA.com.

Media Contact:
(801) 954-7645
media(at)USANAinc(dot)com

USANA Philippines General Manager Cherry Ampig with USANA's Reader's Digest award.
USANA Philippines General Manager Cherry Ampig with USANA’s Reader’s Digest award.

 

 

OSL Powers Fosun Wealth Holdings’ Entry into Digital Asset Markets

HONG KONG, April 24, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — OSL Group (863.HK), a publicly listed company fully dedicated to digital assets and Fosun Wealth International Holdings Limited (Fosun Wealth Holdings), a digitalised global wealth management platform under Fosun, announced a strategic partnership today. OSL will provide Fosun Wealth Holdings access to its secure and compliant institutional-grade Omnibus platform in Hong Kong to facilitate trading processes.

As the first company to be granted an SFC-VATP license and be insured, OSL practices the highest standards of security and regulatory compliance. By leveraging the robust KYC/AML infrastructure and processes, real-time risk controls, and insured custody solutions on OSL’s Omnibus service, Fosun Wealth Holdings will offer its clients instant, seamless, secure, and regulated crypto trading services. This partnership streamlines operations, reduces costs, and enables agile responses to dynamic market conditions and evolving compliance needs.

Eugene Cheung, Chief Commercial Officer of OSL, said, “Fosun Wealth Holdings has strong traditional finance expertise, which perfectly complements our compliant crypto asset capabilities. This synergy will facilitate seamless integration of Web3 and traditional finance, setting a benchmark for innovation and stability. Our collaboration will broaden compliant crypto services, enabling wider and safer Web3 investor participation.”

Cheng Kang, CEO of Fosun Wealth Holdings, said, “Virtual assets are a pivotal trend in global asset allocation. Our partnership with OSL marks a critical step for Fosun Wealth Holdings in deepening our fintech strategy and accelerating our development in the Web3 industry. As the first SFC-licensed digital asset trading platform in Hong Kong, we will pursue deeper cooperation with OSL in areas such as RWAs and stablecoins in the future.”

Looking ahead, OSL and Fosun Wealth Holdings will collaborate to nurture the Web3 ecosystem. The synergistic technology and resources of both companies will drive technological innovation, securely safeguard client assets, and establish a product suite for a safe and compliant financial services platform. The collaboration aims to promote the long-term development of the crypto ecosystem, create safer and more diversified investment value for clients, and jointly drive the development of the crypto markets in Hong Kong and Asia.

About OSL Group

OSL Group (HKEX: 863.HK) is a leading global financial infrastructure platform bridging traditional finance and the digital asset economy through blockchain technology. The Group is dedicated to providing efficient, seamless, and regulatory-compliant financial services to individuals and businesses worldwide.

OSL delivers a comprehensive suite of regulated services through its licensed platforms, including 24/7 OTC brokerage with deep liquidity fiat gateways and competitive pricing; omnibus brokerage solutions enabling traditional financial institutions to integrate digital assets; SOC 2 Type 2-certified custody with US$1 billion insurance protection; and compliant retail trading channels; wealth management solutions, including scheduled launches on tokenised treasuries and RWAs; and in preparation for cross-border payment infrastructure via OSL Pay.

“Open, Secure, Licensed” are the principles OSL lives by. OSL is expanding its compliant infrastructure across Japan, Australia, and Europe, potentially Southeast Asia, powering the next generation of global financial infrastructure.

Former Nike VP & GM Bert Hoyt Joins dBio to Drive Next-Gen Sports & Health Tech as Board Advisor

LUXEMBOURG, April 24, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Decentralized Biotechnology Intelligence Holding Group Inc. (dBio), a leading innovator in sports and health tech, delivering advanced wearable AIoT solutions that seamlessly merge athletic performance monitoring with real-time health insights, is pleased to announce Hubertus “Bert” Hoyt as its newest Board Advisor.

Bert Hoyt, Former Nike VP & GM, Joins dBio as Board Advisor to Drive Innovation in Athlete Performance and Wellness
Bert Hoyt, Former Nike VP & GM, Joins dBio as Board Advisor to Drive Innovation in Athlete Performance and Wellness

Bert is a renowned sports industry expert with over 32 years of experience. His extensive background working with some of the world’s most iconic sports brands and elite athletes will bring invaluable strategic insights to dBio’s Board, supporting its mission to revolutionize personalized healthcare and fitness technologies worldwide.

dBio: Leading the Future of Health and Exercise Management

Dedicated to empowering individuals to better understand their bodies, dBio helps users optimize training, accelerate recovery, and reduce injury risk through personalized, data-driven feedback.

At the core of dBio’s platform are its proprietary technologies: gMOTCloud, the original AI-powered kinesiology wearable capturing detailed motion and gait metrics, and StethoCloud, a lightweight wearable stethoscope enabling continuous heart and respiratory monitoring with AI-enhanced noise reduction. Collectively, these devices offer cloud-based analytics and virtual coaching support for healthier, safer, and more effective performance in exercise.

gMOTCloud by dBio – The original AI-powered kinesiology wearable that captures detailed motion and gait metrics to optimize performance. Engineered by experts, perfected by athletes, and designed for you
gMOTCloud by dBio – The original AI-powered kinesiology wearable that captures detailed motion and gait metrics to optimize performance. Engineered by experts, perfected by athletes, and designed for you

With more than 75 registered patents and a fully self-developed ecosystem spanning AI modeling, hardware, software, and app development, dBio delivers a comprehensive solution for performance optimization and health management, suitable for elite athletes to fitness enthusiasts, and across applications in telemedicine, rehabilitation, and elder care. Further, dBio’s technology is supported by strategic partnerships with leaders across the medical, academic, and athletic sectors. As dBio continues to expand its global footprint, it aims to redefine the future of personalized health and performance technology.

Hubertus “Bert” Hoyt: A Proven Innovator in Global Brand Building

Bert began his career in 1989 at Puma, where he rose through the ranks from product management to business leadership for the brand. He eventually served as General Manager of Puma International, playing a key role in driving the company’s exceptional growth between 1992 and 1998.

In 1998, Bert joined Nike, where he spent 22 years as a senior executive. His leadership roles spanned brand management, business unit general management, and global category management, culminating in nine years as Vice President & General Manager of Nike Western Europe and EMEA. Bert was instrumental in transforming Nike Germany, Global Football, and Western Europe, ultimately leading Nike EMEA to market leadership.

He is particularly known for his deep understanding of consumer needs and his ability to align teams to a clear and compelling consumer vision. Bert’s unwavering focus on serving athletes with the best products and brand experiences helped Nike Western Europe grow from US$3 billion to US$7 billion, with EMEA reaching over US$10 billion in revenue and achieving a 24% EBIT.

Since his retirement from Nike in early 2021, Bert has served as a non-executive Director at JD Sports PLC, Crius Bidco Limited (owner of Zelus Sport Limited, a Nike licensee), Mast-Jaegermeister SE, and Cosnova GmbH (Beauty & Makeup). In addition to his impressive corporate career, Bert is a former ATP tennis professional, competing from 1977 to 1984.

“During my personal and business life I have been involved in helping athletes improve their performance and overall well-being. That’s why I decided to join dBio as an Advisor, as I believe their innovations will provide that next chapter for athlete performance and provide sports enthusiasts the precise data to improve and help them manage their overall well-being.”

Philippines Security Soars with Latest F-16 Platform: U.S. Approval Paves Way for Enhanced Air Power Capabilities and Self-Reliant Defense Posture

MANILA, Philippines, April 24, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — The U.S. State Department’s recent approval of the proposed sale of 20 F-16 Block 70 aircraft to the Philippines marks a significant milestone in the country’s efforts to modernize its air power capabilities. The F-16 Block 70 is a highly advanced and proven platform for air-to-air defense and air-to-ground support, with advanced technology and mission systems, including the life-saving Automatic Ground Collision Avoidance System (Auto GCAS). 

The F-16 Block 70 provides advanced air power capabilities and enhances combat readiness of air forces around the world.
The F-16 Block 70 provides advanced air power capabilities and enhances combat readiness of air forces around the world.

The F-16 has a proven track record of reliability, versatility, and effectiveness, with over 3,100 aircraft operating in 28 countries. Recently, the F-16 participated in the Cope Thunder exercise at Clark Air Base, Pampanga demonstrating its capabilities and interoperability with the Philippine Air Force. This exercise showcased the F-16’s ability to operate in a complex and dynamic environment, and its effectiveness in enhancing the combat readiness of air forces in the Asia-Pacific region. 

“Lockheed Martin is proud to support the Philippines’ efforts to modernize its air power capabilities with the F-16 Block 70,” said Aimee Burnett, vice president – Lockheed Martin F-16 Business Development. “The F-16 Block 70 will deliver advanced capabilities and performance to address the Philippines’ defense requirements and serve as a strategic asset to support the country’s Self-Reliant Defense Posture.” 

The F-16 seamlessly integrates into the Philippine Air Force fleet, with commonality with the FA-50 in terms of support equipment, driving affordability and pilot readiness. Additionally, the F-16 can be maintained and supported in-country, with the Philippine Air Force having the capability to ensure its F-16 fleet remains operational and ready, further enhancing its self-reliant vision. 

“As an industry partner on both the Black Hawk and C-130 platforms, Lockheed Martin is uniquely positioned to address the Philippines’ sustainment needs and enhance industrial cooperation opportunities,” adds Burnett. “The F-16 offer builds upon decades of worldwide technical transfer experience and could include robust workforce development programs and in-country maintenance and repair capabilities, among other research & development concepts currently being discussed with the Philippine government, industry and academia.” 

More information about the F-16 Block 70 for the Philippines at https://lockheedmartin.com/en-ph/index.html.   

About Lockheed Martin
Lockheed Martin is a global defense technology company driving innovation and advancing scientific discovery. Our all-domain mission solutions and 21st Century Security® vision accelerate the delivery of transformative technologies to ensure those we serve always stay ahead of ready. More information at Lockheedmartin.com.

Lockheed Martin Test Pilot Monessa “Siren” Balzhiser, and Dwayne “Pro” Opella prepare for the 2023 inaugural flight of the first F-16 Block 70.
Lockheed Martin Test Pilot Monessa “Siren” Balzhiser, and Dwayne “Pro” Opella prepare for the 2023 inaugural flight of the first F-16 Block 70.

 

 

Former Nike VP & GM Bert Hoyt Joins dBio to Drive Next-Gen Sports & Health Tech as Board Advisor

LUXEMBOURG, April 24, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Decentralized Biotechnology Intelligence Holding Group Inc. (dBio), a leading innovator in sports and health tech, delivering advanced wearable AIoT solutions that seamlessly merge athletic performance monitoring with real-time health insights, is pleased to announce Hubertus “Bert” Hoyt as its newest Board Advisor.

Bert Hoyt, Former Nike VP & GM, Joins dBio as Board Advisor to Drive Innovation in Athlete Performance and Wellness
Bert Hoyt, Former Nike VP & GM, Joins dBio as Board Advisor to Drive Innovation in Athlete Performance and Wellness

Bert is a renowned sports industry expert with over 32 years of experience. His extensive background working with some of the world’s most iconic sports brands and elite athletes will bring invaluable strategic insights to dBio’s Board, supporting its mission to revolutionize personalized healthcare and fitness technologies worldwide.

dBio: Leading the Future of Health and Exercise Management

Dedicated to empowering individuals to better understand their bodies, dBio helps users optimize training, accelerate recovery, and reduce injury risk through personalized, data-driven feedback.

At the core of dBio’s platform are its proprietary technologies: gMOTCloud, the original AI-powered kinesiology wearable capturing detailed motion and gait metrics, and StethoCloud, a lightweight wearable stethoscope enabling continuous heart and respiratory monitoring with AI-enhanced noise reduction. Collectively, these devices offer cloud-based analytics and virtual coaching support for healthier, safer, and more effective performance in exercise.

gMOTCloud by dBio – The original AI-powered kinesiology wearable that captures detailed motion and gait metrics to optimize performance. Engineered by experts, perfected by athletes, and designed for you
gMOTCloud by dBio – The original AI-powered kinesiology wearable that captures detailed motion and gait metrics to optimize performance. Engineered by experts, perfected by athletes, and designed for you

With more than 75 registered patents and a fully self-developed ecosystem spanning AI modeling, hardware, software, and app development, dBio delivers a comprehensive solution for performance optimization and health management, suitable for elite athletes to fitness enthusiasts, and across applications in telemedicine, rehabilitation, and elder care. Further, dBio’s technology is supported by strategic partnerships with leaders across the medical, academic, and athletic sectors. As dBio continues to expand its global footprint, it aims to redefine the future of personalized health and performance technology.

Hubertus “Bert” Hoyt: A Proven Innovator in Global Brand Building

Bert began his career in 1989 at Puma, where he rose through the ranks from product management to business leadership for the brand. He eventually served as General Manager of Puma International, playing a key role in driving the company’s exceptional growth between 1992 and 1998.

In 1998, Bert joined Nike, where he spent 22 years as a senior executive. His leadership roles spanned brand management, business unit general management, and global category management, culminating in nine years as Vice President & General Manager of Nike Western Europe and EMEA. Bert was instrumental in transforming Nike Germany, Global Football, and Western Europe, ultimately leading Nike EMEA to market leadership.

He is particularly known for his deep understanding of consumer needs and his ability to align teams to a clear and compelling consumer vision. Bert’s unwavering focus on serving athletes with the best products and brand experiences helped Nike Western Europe grow from US$3 billion to US$7 billion, with EMEA reaching over US$10 billion in revenue and achieving a 24% EBIT.

Since his retirement from Nike in early 2021, Bert has served as a non-executive Director at JD Sports PLC, Crius Bidco Limited (owner of Zelus Sport Limited, a Nike licensee), Mast-Jaegermeister SE, and Cosnova GmbH (Beauty & Makeup). In addition to his impressive corporate career, Bert is a former ATP tennis professional, competing from 1977 to 1984.

“During my personal and business life I have been involved in helping athletes improve their performance and overall well-being. That’s why I decided to join dBio as an Advisor, as I believe their innovations will provide that next chapter for athlete performance and provide sports enthusiasts the precise data to improve and help them manage their overall well-being.”

eKYC Market Share No.1 for 6 Consecutive Years, with a Total of Approximately 130 Million Identity Verifications and About 600 Contracted Clients

~ Adopted by Leading Industry Players, with 66% Share in Banking and 96% in Telecommunications ~

TOKYO, April 24, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Liquid Inc., a member of the ELEMENTS Group, is pleased to announce that “LIQUID eKYC,” has achieved the No.1 market share for the sixth consecutive year in vendor revenue share within the eKYC market. This recognition comes from the market research report “ITR Market View: Identity & Access Management / Personal Authentication Security Market 2025” published by ITR Corporation (Head Office: Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo; President: Motohiro Miura).

Background
Since 2019, the ELEMENTS Group has been offering the online identity verification service “LIQUID eKYC” as one of its personal authentication solutions. The service supports a variety of verification methods, including capturing images of identification documents such as driver’s licenses and My Number cards, reading data from IC chips, and matching them with a selfie, as well as utilizing public personal authentication methods (JPKI / smartphone JPKI). These capabilities have enabled the company to meet identity verification needs across a wide range of industries. In March 2025, ELEMENTS Group acquired Polarify as a subsidiary and now also provides the “Polarify eKYC” service, which, like “LIQUID eKYC,” enables online identity (and background) verification.

About Market Share

No.1 Market Share for 6 Consecutive Years, with Approximately 130 Million Cumulative Identity Verifications and Around 600 Client Companies

Our online identity verification service, LIQUID eKYC, has been increasingly adopted across various industries due to its low user drop-off rate enabled by highly accurate facial recognition and image processing technologies, along with its advanced IC solutions designed to anticipate future legal and regulatory changes. As a result, it has maintained the No.1 market share for six consecutive years.

Including Polarify eKYC, the ELEMENTS Group has achieved approximately 130 million cumulative identity verification transactions and has contracts with about 600 companies in total.

By Industry: 66% Share in Banking and 96% in Telecommunications (According to Our Research)

In the banking sector, 66% of banks that have implemented eKYC have adopted the ELEMENTS Group’s online identity verification services. In the telecommunications sector, 3 out of the 4 major mobile carriers in Japan are using our solutions, representing a 96% share based on the number of contracts. This demonstrates the strong trust we have earned in industries where identity verification is mandated by laws such as the Act on Prevention of Transfer of Criminal Proceeds and the Act on Prevention of Improper Use of Mobile Phones.

About LIQUID eKYC: No.1 Market Share for Six Consecutive Years
The service provides online completion of identity verification required for online contracts, account registration, and account opening. We offer a method that takes a picture of an identification document or reads an IC chip and matches it with selfies, as well as a method that utilizes public personal authentication (JPKI / Smartphone JPKI). We can also support age verification for student discounts. Our proprietary AI, biometric, and OCR technologies have enabled us to maintain a low drop-off rate from the start to the end of the photo shooting process. As a result, the ELEMENTS Group has achieved a cumulative total of approximately 130 million identity verifications, with around 600 companies having adopted our services.
Website: https://liquidinc.asia/global/kyc-application/

※ITR “ITR Market View: Identity Access Management / Personal Authentication Type Security Market 2025 eKYC Market: Sales Value Share by Vendor (FY2019-FY2024Forecast)

About Liquid Inc.
Liquid aims to create a seamless world where all of the world’s approximately 8 billion people can easily and safely use all services as they are, by automatic and ubiquitous authentication. We provide our own Digital ID, KYC, and Authentication service, where users can prove their identity anytime, anywhere in the world with their smartphone or face. We are expanding our service globally and use the know-how accumulated under the strict Japanese laws and rules. We adapt our operations and services flexibly and quickly to changes in the required legal and security framework.
For more information, visit: https://liquidinc.asia/global/