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GCCL and OPIS Announce Strategic Collaboration to Advance Global Clinical Trial Capabilities

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YONGIN, South Korea, Jan. 15, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — GCCL, a leading South Korea-based provider of clinical trial sample analysis, and OPIS, a global full-service contract research organization (CRO), have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) on the sidelines of the 44th Annual J.P. Morgan Healthcare Conference 2026 in San Francisco, USA, to expand their collaboration and strengthen their position in the global clinical trial market.

With the rising proportion of multinational clinical trials, sponsors face varying regulatory requirements, clinical environments, and data demands across regions, driving growing demand for tailored CRO services. GCCL and OPIS will address these needs by combining their expertise to deliver integrated solutions that optimize clinical trial planning, sample analysis, and data management, offering comprehensive and customized services for biopharmaceutical companies in Europe and Asia.

At the signing ceremony, representatives from both companies discussed establishing a collaborative framework across multiple areas, including joint global clinical trial services, conducting joint projects, development of new business opportunities, and additional initiatives.

Through this collaboration, GCCL aims to expand strategic partnerships with global CROs and research organizations, strengthen its capability to deliver fully integrated clinical trial solutions across Asia, Europe, and the Americas, and extend tailored services to a broader range of biopharmaceutical companies.

Commenting on the partnership, Giovanni Trolese, Vice President at OPIS, said, “This collaboration combines OPIS’s Europe-focused global network with GCCL’s clinical trial analysis expertise, creating a significant opportunity to deliver integrated and efficient clinical trial services to clients. We look forward to further expanding the global clinical trial network and continuously enhancing client-focused, innovative solutions through our close collaboration with GCCL.”

KwanGoo Cho, CEO of GCCL, added, “This MOU represents more than a partnership; it is a strategic collaboration to deliver optimized clinical trial solutions for global biopharmaceutical companies. By leveraging our close cooperation, we aim to maximize operational efficiency and provide tailored solutions to a diverse range of sponsors, generating tangible business synergies.”

About GCCL

GCCL, a subsidiary of the GC Group, is a leading clinical trial sample analysis provider offering an integrated “one-stop lab solution” with central, bioanalysis, and BSL-3 labs under one system. With tailored solutions, GCCL delivers precise and efficient analytical services across all phases of clinical trials, solidifying its position as a trusted partner in new drug development. Leveraging advanced platforms and LIMS, the company supports partners across Asia and beyond with customized and compliant solutions. In recognition of its leadership, GCCL recently received Frost & Sullivan’s 2025 Best Practices Customer Value Leadership Award in the Asia-Pacific clinical sample analysis services industry. For more details, visit: https://eng.gccl.co.kr/.

About OPIS

OPIS was founded in 1998 by medical doctors from the Pharma Industry and is a global clinical CRO with 26 years of experience in a wide range of therapeutic areas. OPIS provides full-service, 360° clinical trial support from study concept creation and protocol development to full project execution, study data handling, and up to study closure, analysis, and reporting. OPIS manages Phase I-IV, interventional, non-interventional, and medical device studies on an international level. OPIS is committed to continuous growth and expansion, and currently has affiliates in 18 countries around the world. For more details, visit: www.opisresearch.com

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Melco chef selected for global Young Chefs Programme

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One of ten chefs chosen for a programme organized by the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations and the World Food Forum


MACAU SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 15 January 2026 – Melco Resorts & Entertainment is committed to promoting Whole Person Development, while actively deepening Macau’s role as a UNESCO Creative City of Gastronomy and enhancing its influence on the global culinary stage. The Company is pleased to announce that Ms. Safa Rodas, Head Chef of L’ATTITUDE at Morpheus, City of Dreams Macau, has been selected for the Young Chefs Programmme (YCP).

Morpheus at City of Dreams Macau
Morpheus at City of Dreams Macau

Jointly organized by the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) and the World Food Forum (WFF), the YCP selects ten young chefs aged 18 to 35 worldwide to leverage culinary practices in driving agrifood system transformation and sustainable development. From advancing better nutrition to promoting food security and biodiversity, the YCP’s ultimate goal is to nurture leaders who can inspire and guide fellow chefs to advocate for more sustainable and healthier consumption habits. As part of the WFF Youth Initiative’s mission, the YCP focuses on the next generation of chefs, providing training, mentorship, and advocacy opportunities, that help participants gain both technical expertise and soft skills to become influential agents of change.

Mr. Lawrence Ho, Chairman & CEO, Melco, said, “Melco is honored to see Chef Safa selected as one of the ten participants in this global Young Chefs training programme organized by the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations and the World Food Forum. The YCP places emphasis on empowering young female chefs to ensure more equitable and thriving agrifood systems, which is well aligned with Melco’s goals of supporting youth and female leadership, as well as sustainable development. Melco will continue to develop and support programmes that contribute to Macau’s economic diversification and youth talent development initiatives.”

Ms. Safa Rodas, Head Chef of L’ATTITUDE at Morpheus, City of Dreams Macau
Ms. Safa Rodas, Head Chef of L’ATTITUDE at Morpheus, City of Dreams Macau

Chef Safa is set to commence the one-year international training programme this month, receiving professional mentorship from the World Association of Chefs’ Societies network and participating in global exchanges. Through this journey, Chef Safa is expected to further broaden her professional perspective, enhance practical capabilities, and apply her learnings to advance the sustainable development of Macau’s culinary industry.

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About Melco Resorts & Entertainment Limited

Melco, with its American depositary shares listed on the Nasdaq Global Select Market (Nasdaq: MLCO), is a developer, owner and operator of integrated resort facilities in Asia and Europe. The Company currently operates City of Dreams () and Altira Macau (), integrated resorts located in Cotai and Taipa, Macau, respectively. In addition, the Company operates Studio City (), a cinematically-themed integrated resort in Cotai, Macau. In the Philippines, the Company operates and manages City of Dreams Manila (), an integrated resort in the Entertainment City complex in Manila. In Europe, the Company operates City of Dreams Mediterranean, an integrated resort in Limassol, in the Republic of Cyprus (). In South Asia, the Company manages the Nüwa hotel at City of Dreams Sri Lanka (), an integrated resort in Colombo, Sri Lanka. For more information about the Company, please visit .

Melco is majority owned by Melco International Development Limited, a company listed on the Main Board of The Stock Exchange of Hong Kong Limited, which is in turn majority owned and led by Mr. Lawrence Ho, who is the Chairman, Executive Director and Chief Executive Officer of the Company.

Elliott Statement on Toyota Industries Corporation

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LONDON, Jan. 15, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Elliott Investment Management L.P. and Elliott Advisors (UK) Limited (“Elliott”), which advise funds that together have a significant ownership stake in Toyota Industries Corporation (“Toyota Industries” or the “Company”), today issued the following statement:

Although the revised tender offer price of ¥18,800 per share acknowledges the inadequacy of the original transaction terms, the new tender offer price continues to very substantially undervalue Toyota Industries.

Toyota Industries owns high-quality, market-leading businesses and valuable financial assets that Elliott believes, based on its empirical work, together are worth more than ¥25,000 per share. This valuation has grown by more than ¥5,000 per share since June 2025, reflecting the approximately 40% increase in the value of the Company’s holdings in Toyota Motor and other Toyota Group companies, as well as the increase in the valuation of the Company’s key peers.

Elliott opposes the revised tender offer price as not in the best interests of minority shareholders. Elliott does not intend to tender its shares under the current transaction terms and will be encouraging other shareholders not to support the tender.

About Elliott

Elliott Investment Management L.P. (together with its affiliates, “Elliott”) manages approximately $76.1 billion of assets as of June 30, 2025. Founded in 1977, it is one of the oldest funds under continuous management. The Elliott funds’ investors include pension plans, sovereign wealth funds, endowments, foundations, funds-of-funds, high net worth individuals and families, and employees of the firm. Elliott Advisors (UK) Limited is an affiliate of Elliott Investment Management L.P.

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Castrol proudly presents: Drive Me To The Moon

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Castrol unveils a new documentary in collaboration with Lunar Outpost: a worldwide premiere at Space Center Houston

LONDON, Jan. 15, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Castrol has unveiled Drive Me to the Moon, a fascinating ‘edutainment’ documentary created in collaboration with Colorado-based Lunar Outpost, a leader in planetary mobility and in-space infrastructure. The film provides an exclusive behind-the-scenes look into the engineering and ingenuity required for next-generation mobility on the Moon.

The film marks the culmination of a three-year collaboration between Castrol and Lunar Outpost on Lunar Voyage 1 (LV1), which delivered the first-ever commercial rover to the Moon and the first rover to reach the lunar South Pole. As part of this collaboration, Castrol provided expertise and technical input into Lunar Outpost’s state-of-the-art Mission Control centre in Colorado – the facility from which LV1 was monitored and operated. Castrol also supplied specialist space-grade lubricants for MIT Media Lab’s AstroAnt, a payload on the rover.

Drive Me to the Moon follows LV1 from testing to touchdown, revealing the precision, endurance, and collaboration required for success in one of the most unforgiving environments in our solar system. Combining interviews with Lunar Outpost, former NASA and ESA specialists, and Castrol’s technical experts, the film shows how the collaboration between science and industry is redefining what’s possible in space.

The project extends Castrol’s work in space since the 1960s. Castrol’s space-grade lubricants have been used in many NASA landmark operations: from the Apollo missions and Mars Rovers to the Space Shuttle programme, International Space Station and Hubble telescope. Everything Castrol does in space goes into everything we do here on Earth. We apply the same rigour, ethos, and expertise, no matter where we operate.

The documentary premieres at a defining moment for lunar exploration – NASA’s Artemis programme, aiming to return astronauts to the Moon for the first time in over 50 years.

The premiere at Space Center Houston’s Space Auditorium was hosted by former NASA Chief of Staff, Gabe Sherman, in the presence of eminent guests from across the global space and engineering communities. After the screening, a Q&A panel explored the making of the film, the challenges of lunar engineering, and the future of commercial space exploration, featuring:

  • Chris Lockett, Senior Vice President, Electrification and Technology, Castrol
  • AJ Gemer, Co-founder and CTO, Lunar Outpost
  • Rod Pyle, author and editor-in-chief, Ad Astra magazine
  • Anita Sengupta, CEO Hydroplane

Chris Lockett, Senior Vice President, Electrification and Technology, Castrol, said: “Drive Me to the Moon tells the story of pushing limits and testing technology where nothing can be taken for granted. This work reflects our ethos – the same precision and innovation required in space helps to guide our advances on Earth, from electric mobility to industrial systems and beyond.”

Fabiana Neves, Vice President, Castrol Americas, said: “This film shines a light on what happens when imagination and innovation meet. Castrol’s work with Lunar Outpost reflects the pioneering spirit that drives everything we do – pushing boundaries to create technologies that perform, whether in deep space or in everyday life. Hosting this premiere in Houston, a city built on space exploration, couldn’t be more fitting.”

Joe Kane, Founder and Creative Director at Polar Media, which produced the film, said: “Drive Me to the Moon goes beyond the rocket launch to reveal the real story behind human endeavour. From the Lunar Outpost team to Castrol engineers, we all share the same drive to push boundaries. The film offers an authentic, behind-the-scenes insight, and a glimpse into the technology and expertise that make it all possible, presented in a way that’s both educational and entertaining.”

Justin Cyrus, CEO, Lunar Outpost, said: “Working with Castrol has been instrumental in advancing our Mission Control and preparing for what comes next in lunar exploration. Drive Me to the Moon celebrates the people, partnerships and perseverance helping return humanity to the Moon for the first time in more than 50 years. Together, we’re laying the foundation for a permanent human presence – and the future of living and working beyond Earth.”

For Castrol, the documentary reflects the ongoing mission to test technology at the limits of performance – on the Moon and on Earth. Available to watch on our YouTube in February 2026. Watch the trailer here.

Notes to Editors:

  • Castrol has worked in space for seven decades, ever since NASA’s historic Apollo Missions, providing mission-critical space-grade lubricants.
  • Bp’s Consortium lab membership (CLM) has been extended to Castrol to help play a leading role in fulfilling the MediaLabs mission to create transformative technologies, experiences, and systems that enable people to reimagine and redesign their lives.

About Castrol
Castrol, one of the world’s leading lubricant brands, has a proud heritage of innovation and fuelling the dreams of pioneers. Our passion for performance, combined with a philosophy of working in partnership, has enabled Castrol to develop lubricants, coolants, and greases that have been at the heart of numerous technological feats on land, air, sea, and in space for over 125 years.
Castrol is part of the bp group and serves customers and consumers in the automotive, marine, industrial, and energy sectors. Our branded products are recognised globally for innovation and high performance through our commitment to premium quality and cutting-edge technology. For more information, please visit: castrol.com   

About Lunar Outpost
Lunar Outpost is a leader in planetary mobility and in-space infrastructure, developing advanced robotic systems for extreme environments. From enabling the first commercial rover on the Moon to supporting NASA’s Lunar Terrain Vehicle project, Lunar Outpost is leading the way toward sustainable lunar infrastructure and a cislunar economy. With multiple missions fully contracted, the company is helping shape the future of space as an extension of the global economy. For more information, visit lunaroutpost.com.

Laos to Export Electricity to Singapore Under Regional Power Agreement

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During the signing agreement by Laos, Malaysia, and Thailand electricity companies. (Photo by Electricity Generating Authority of Thailand)

Laos has taken another step toward expanding regional electricity exports after a new agreement cleared the way for Lao-generated power to be transmitted to Singapore through neighbouring countries.

On 14 January, Malaysia’s Tenaga Nasional Berhad, Electricité du Laos, and the Electricity Generating Authority of Thailand signed the Phase 2 Energy Wheeling Agreement under the Lao PDR–Thailand–Malaysia–Singapore Power Integration Project. 

The first phase was signed in 2022 with a two year period that ended on June 22, 2024.

The agreement, which takes effect immediately and will run for two years, allows electricity produced in Laos to be sold and delivered to Singapore using existing transmission networks in Thailand and Malaysia.

Under the arrangement, Laos can export between 30 and 100 megawatts of electricity, with Electricité du Laos paying wheeling fees for the use of Malaysia’s transmission infrastructure.

Officials said the deal completes the operational framework for the project’s second phase, reinforcing Laos’ role as a regional power supplier and advancing cross-border electricity trade within ASEAN.

The agreement comes as Laos continues to expand its clean energy sector. In recent years, the country has signed major investment deals to develop large-scale renewable power projects and strengthen regional grid connectivity.

Among them is a USD 1.45 billion agreement with Chinese and Singapore-based partners to develop an 1,800-megawatt clean energy project in Xekong Province, scheduled for completion by early 2030.

Laos is also progressing with the Lao–China 500-kilovolt interconnection project, due for completion in 2026, which will enable the exchange of up to 1,500 megawatts of electricity and the transmission of around 3 billion kilowatt-hours of clean energy annually.

Authorities say these agreements and infrastructure projects support Laos’ long-term strategy to position itself as a regional clean energy hub while deepening power integration across the Mekong subregion and ASEAN.

Tam Jai International’s Pioneering Surplus Pork Belly Upcycling Project Sweeps Multiple Sustainability and PR Awards

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First F&B Group with Social Impact Quantified under Nan Fung Group’s Net Positive Lease

HONG KONG, Jan. 15, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Tam Jai International Co. Limited (“TJI” or the “Company“, together with its subsidiaries, the “Group“), one of the leading and renowned restaurant groups in Hong Kong, is pleased to announce that its pioneering surplus pork belly upcycling project has won multiple prestigious sustainability and public relations (“PR“) awards in recognition of its outstanding strategy, green innovation and social impact on the community. Most recently, the initiative was honoured with the Merit Award in the Public Relations Campaign – Corporate Sustainability category at The 6th Hong Kong Public Relations Awards 2025.

This latest accolade adds to an impressive roster of industry recognition for the project, including the UNSDG Achievement Awards Hong Kong 2025 – Project Award and Silver Awards for both Best PR Campaign – ESG and Best PR Campaign – Public Awareness at the Marketing Interactive PR Awards 2025.

First F&B Group with Social Impact Quantified under Nan Fung Group’s Net Positive Lease

Beyond garnering industry-wide accolades, the upcycling project marks the first initiative by a food and beverage (“F&B“) company under Nan Fung Group’s tenant-landlord engagement programme, Net Positive Lease (“NPL“), to undergo comprehensive impact measurement by SEWIT Consultancy — a member of Nan Fung Group. This process enables a systematic and quantitative evaluation of social impact and provides actionable insights for continuous improvement.

TJI fostered a unique cross-sector collaboration in this project by engaging Hong Kong Institute of Vocational Education (“IVE“) students in food technology research and development, and Hong Kong Design Institute (“HKDI“) students in the product’s advertising creative and packaging design, while involving trainees from the New Life Psychiatric Rehabilitation Association (“NLPRA“) in the production process.

According to the measurement data, the project achieved a Social Return on Investment (SROI) of 1:2.03x, generating HK$2.03 in social value for every HK$1 invested. Notably, 100% of the participating trainees in mental recovery reported increased confidence in securing future employment, while the NGO partner recognises the programme as a highly replicable income model for corporate partnerships. In addition, 78% of participating tertiary students reported increased knowledge in their respective fields, and an average of 56% expressed greater confidence in future employability, driven by the exposure to real-world business cases that enabled them to practise their knowledge and build up their portfolios under the guidance of TJI mentors. 

The impact was further amplified through a series of upcycling workshops, co-facilitated by the trainees, which engaged over 300 participants, including TJI’s employees, business partners, and community members. These sessions successfully raised awareness of food waste upcycling, with 91% of participants reporting improved knowledge. The project also resulted in elevated recognition of TJI’s sustainability efforts, with 77% of the public and 83% of students expressing greater awareness of the Group’s work in social inclusion and environmental sustainability.

Mr Daren Lau, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of TJI, said, “Guided by our ESG pillars of ‘Nourishing Communities’, ‘Uplifting People’ and ‘Preserving Nature’, we have harnessed our innovative spirit to transform a food waste challenge into opportunities for green innovation and enduring social impact through this project. By integrating educational, rehabilitative, and community-engagement elements, it delivers holistic benefits across multiple dimensions. We are honoured that its exceptional performance in advancing sustainability has been recognised with multiple distinguished awards and underpinned by robust, quantifiable impact measurement. Building on this success, we look forward to further advancing our ESG efforts and inspiring broader positive change across the community.”

Ms Vanessa Cheung, Managing Director of Nan Fung Group, said, “Nan Fung Group has always been committed to empowering our tenants to make informed decisions, providing bespoke tools needed to effectively capture and validate their social impact. Our partnership with Tam Jai International brings together two innovative initiatives—our Net Positive Lease and TJI’s upcycling project—demonstrating how robust impact measurement can highlight tangible, positive outcomes. This is only the beginning of a blossoming partnership: we congratulate TJI on these well-deserved recognitions and look forward to continuing our shared journey of generating impactful, lasting positive change.”

Mr Daren Lau, Chairman and CEO of TJI, receives the Public Relations Campaign Award - Corporate Sustainability at The 6th Hong Kong Public Relations Awards 2025.
Mr Daren Lau, Chairman and CEO of TJI, receives the Public Relations Campaign Award – Corporate Sustainability at The 6th Hong Kong Public Relations Awards 2025.

TJI's surplus pork belly upcycling project is honoured with the Project Award at the UNSDG Achievement Awards Hong Kong 2025.
TJI’s surplus pork belly upcycling project is honoured with the Project Award at the UNSDG Achievement Awards Hong Kong 2025.

TJI invites celebrity Sarah Song and a group of families to participate in an Earth Hour upcycling workshop as part of its green promotion efforts.
TJI invites celebrity Sarah Song and a group of families to participate in an Earth Hour upcycling workshop as part of its green promotion efforts.

About Tam Jai International Co. Limited
As one of the leading restaurant groups in Hong Kong, TJI has rapidly expanded its network to over 240 stores across various markets, including Mainland China, Singapore, Japan, Australia and Malaysia, with plans to enter the Philippines. Apart from self-operating restaurants, the Group also adopts alternative models such as joint venture, franchise or strategic partnership for overseas markets. The Group’s portfolio of distinguished brands includes TamJai Yunnan Mixian (譚仔雲南米線), TamJai SamGor Mixian (譚仔三哥米線), and international brand TamJai Mixian, as well as Japanese dining brands, Marugame Seimen and Yakiniku Yamagyu, through franchise and licensing in Hong Kong.

With highly standardised operations, an innovative spirit and an efficient management model, TJI is committed to providing customers with a quality yet affordable dining experience while ambitiously expanding its footprints across the globe.

About Nan Fung Group
Nan Fung Group is one of the largest privately held conglomerates in Hong Kong with global interests in real estate development and investment, which holds a well-diversified and substantial financial investment portfolio. The Group was founded in 1954 and has a track record spanning more than 60 years with over 170 projects including residential, commercial and industrial buildings. The Group also strategically focuses on first-tier cities in Chinese Mainland and recognises attractive opportunities for development and investment overseas, including New York, Boston and London.

About SEWIT Consultancy
SEWIT Consultancy, a member of Nan Fung Group, transforms business, tenant, and community outcomes through expert measurement, strategy, and value creation. First built to drive net-positive change within Nan Fung, SEWIT Consultancy now empowers organisations of all sizes—tenants, partners, and external charitable organisations and NGOs—with data-driven solutions, tailored tools, and hands-on advisory. Meeting Hong Kong’s demand for transparent, actionable ESG leadership and shared value, SEWIT Consultancy helps clients capture and maximize social impact while simplifying measurement and avoiding unnecessary cost and complexity. By redefining how social value is delivered and reported, SEWIT Consultancy sets new standards for transparency, accountability, and meaningful impact—leading sustainability innovation across Hong Kong and beyond.

About Social Return on Investment
Social Return on Investment (SROl) is a framework for measuring and accounting for values created and destroyed by our actions and activities. SROl measures change in ways that are relevant to the people or organisations that experience or contribute to it. It tells the story of how change is being created by measuring social, environmental and economic outcomes and uses monetary values to represent them.

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Red Bull gives the M7 World Championship wiiings—marks first partnership with Mobile Legends: Bang Bang’s flagship tournament

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SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 15 January 2026 – The M7 World Championship (M7) will soar to new heights in a historic partnership with Red Bull! This milestone marks the world’s leading energy drink brand’s first collaboration with the M Series—Mobile Legends: Bang Bang (MLBB)’s flagship tournament. As the Official Energy Drink of M7, the partnership between international video game company, MOONTON Games, and Red Bull (product of Europe), aims to energise the MLBB Esports experience for the game’s global fanbase. The collaboration will deliver entertainment experiences and activations headlined by live performances and dedicated gaming zones.

MLBB stands amongst the world’s most-popular mobile Multiplayer Online Battle Arena (MOBA) games, boasting over 1.5 billion installations and 110 million Monthly Active Users (MAU). According to Esports Charts, MLBB emerged as 2024’s most-watched mobile esports title—cementing it amongst the biggest names in sporting entertainment.

Energising global gaming and esports

Red Bull’s roots in sports and gaming spans decades, reflecting its passion for being at the heart of competitive excellence. Building on its legacy in traditional sports like Formula 1 (F1), the leading energy drink brand known for its iconic blue & silver can will carry that same dedication to the seventh edition of MLBB’s flagship tournament. The partnership will infuse the M7 with the World of Red Bull by connecting fans worldwide through a shared love of competition, thrill, and live experiences.

The M7 marks the M Series’ return to Indonesia—the home ground of MLBB Esports—for the first time since the M4 in 2022. The country is home to the game’s largest fanbase, with the MLBB Professional League (MPL) Indonesia recording over 100 million Hours Watched (HW) in each of its past five seasons. At the M7, fans will witness Indonesia transform into a global esports spectacle, enhanced by Red Bull’s signature blend of gaming and sporting activations.

Ringo Lung, Senior Regional Esports Sales Manager at MOONTON Games, said: “Working with Red Bull is about pushing the boundaries of what gaming and esports can achieve. Their experience in sports and live events, paired with our esports ecosystem, allows us to craft experiences that rival traditional sports in scale and excitement. This partnership also opens the door to more innovative ways to engage fans and demonstrates how gaming and esports can deliver immersive, globally connected experiences. We’re thrilled to collaborate with Red Bull to redefine the possibilities of our industry.”

Giving Wiiings to the M7 celebrations

Red Bull (blue & silver) will take over the M7 Carnival with exclusive live performances across all three days. The fanfare will transform Jakarta into a vibrant entertainment hub, extending the championship experience beyond the tournament. Taking to the Main Stage are popular homegrown artists, Naykilla and Jemsii. Known for soulful take on hip-dut (a blend of Hip-Hop and Indonesian folk fusion music, Dangdut), the pair will kick off the M7 Carnival—setting the tone for a vibrant celebration. On the following days, DJ VILOID and Dipha Barus will take to the Main Stage, keeping festival atmosphere alive.

Beyond the stage, Red Bull will bring the M7 to life with a dedicated Gaming Ground. Designed to energise the MLBB Esports experience, the space will immerse fans in interactive competitions and exclusive activations. At the heart of the activation is the exclusive Red Bull Energy Zone, open to athletes, VIPs, and select fans. Attendees can enjoy high-energy breakdancing performances by Miyu, Zeem Ahmad & Mr. Liberty. They can also refuel at the Red Bull Bar which will serve its signature energy drinks alongside playful twists on cocktails and mocktails.

The Energy Zone is complemented by the Entertainment Area, featuring the main attraction—a Red Bull Event Car. Live DJ performances will fill the space with music, creating an immersive backdrop for fans to soak in the excitement of the M7. The experience continues into the Gaming Zone, designed to replicate the atmosphere of professional tournaments. Fans can compete, win prizes, and experience the intensity of a live competition, while a dedicated viewing lounge offers a space catch all the M7 action.

Driving MLBB’s industry leadership

MLBB Esports continues to set the benchmark for the global esports industry. The M6 demonstrated the commercial power of MLBB Esports by generating ~$135 million (€ 115 million) in brand value for partners, according to Shikenso Analytics. The tournament also emerged as the M Series’ most-watched edition with 86.5 million HW, according to Esports Charts.

MLBB Esports has continued to assert its industry leadership in 2025. At the 2025 Esports World Cup (EWC), it emerged as the event’s most-watched title with over 50 million HW. This figure amounted to over 16% of total viewership across all 25 disciplines at the world’s largest multi-title esports event. The MLBB Mid Season Cup also made history by becoming the first tournament in EWC history to surpass 3 million Peak Concurrent Viewers (PCV), according to Esports Charts.

To learn more, please visit the official Red Bull website and its social media gaming pages (TikTok | Instagram | Facebook | YouTube).

Learn more about MLBB Esports via the following social media channels:

Region Channels
MLBB Women’s Esports
  • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mlbbesports_women
  • TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mlbbesports_women
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About Mobile Legends: Bang Bang
Mobile Legends: Bang Bang is one of the most popular mobile Multiplayer Online Battle Arena (MOBA) games worldwide that brings communities together through teamwork and strategy. With over 1.5 billion installations and 110 million active monthly users, the award-winning game is among the top 10 most played in over 80 countries. With an extensive reach across the Asia Pacific region, the multiplayer is available in 139 countries with an expansive global esports presence.

About Mobile Legends: Bang Bang Esports
Established in 2017, Mobile Legends: Bang Bang Esports serves as a platform for players to pursue their dreams of becoming esports athletes and illuminate opportunities within the international esports ecosystem. MLBB Esports has since expanded to multiple leagues, including the MPL series hosted in Southeast Asia, Middle East, and Latin America; MPL is the first esports event series to surpass 1 billion hours of watch time globally.


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MOONTON Games

Established in 2014, MOONTON Games is a global video game company dedicated to gaming development, publication, and esports. With more than 2,000 employees worldwide, the company operates offices in Indonesia, Malaysia, Singapore, the Philippines, Latin America, and China. It has successfully launched several high-profile mobile games globally and has built long-term relationships with governments and esports organizations in more than 30 countries around the world. Mobile Legends: Bang Bang is its current star game and the leading mobile multiplayer online battle arena (MOBA) game worldwide. For more information, visit https://en.moonton.com.

Shoucheng Holdings (0697.HK): Foreign Investors Accumulate at Valuation Lows as Robotics Strategy Gains Market Recognition

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HONG KONG, Jan. 15, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Recently, Shoucheng Holdings (0697.HK) has experienced a notable shift in its capital market shareholder structure. According to disclosures from the Hong Kong Stock Exchange and transaction data from multiple financial terminals, foreign institutional investors have significantly increased their shareholdings while the Company’s share price traded within a relatively low range, forming a clear pattern of sustained accumulation. According to the Company Secretary, certain foreign institutions have established positions at an average cost of approximately HK$2.08 per share. This price level is close to the Company’s recent share price trough, underscoring institutional investors’ constructive view on Shoucheng Holdings’ medium- to long-term capitalization potential.

Market analysts believe that the continued participation of foreign investors at valuation lows reflects broad-based confidence in the Company’s asset management and operational capabilities, its strategic positioning within the robotics industry ecosystem, as well as the potential for valuation recovery in the capital markets. From a fund-flow perspective, long-term positioning by institutional investors at relatively depressed valuations often signals stronger expectations for future growth prospects and cash-flow stability.

Meanwhile, a series of proactive capital market initiatives by Shoucheng Holdings has provided additional support to market sentiment. According to Company announcements and share repurchase disclosures filed with the Hong Kong Stock Exchange, the Company has continued to execute share buybacks, demonstrating management’s confidence in intrinsic value and commitment to share price stability. Public information shows that in mid-October 2025, the Company repurchased approximately 50.4 million shares for a total consideration of around HK$115 million. More recently, additional buybacks involving several million shares were conducted within the HK$2.07–2.08 price range. Such sustained and disciplined repurchase activity highlights the Company’s proactive approach to value management and internal capital allocation during periods of perceived undervaluation.

From a fundamentals perspective, Shoucheng Holdings’ solid financial position provides a strong foundation for its industrial strategy. According to the Company’s third-quarter financial disclosures, cash and wealth management assets amounted to approximately HK$8.55 billion as of the end of the third quarter, while the overall leverage ratio remained at a healthy level. This robust balance sheet affords ample financial flexibility for continued industrial investments, capital operations, and share repurchase programs.

At the operational level, the Company continues to expand its strategic footprint in the robotics sector. Public information indicates that Shoucheng Holdings has expanded its investments across a portfolio of core robotics enterprises, including Unitree Robotics, Noetix Robotics, Differential Robotics, DEEP Robotics, Booster Robotics, ROBOTERA, and Galaxea Dynamics, among others. These investments are aimed at accelerating the commercialization of robotics technologies across education, consumer, and healthcare application scenarios. In addition, the Company’s recent increase in its stake in humanoid robotics company Booster Robotics further underscores its long-term strategic commitment to embodied intelligence and humanoid robotics.

Overall, the combination of foreign capital accumulation at valuation lows, ongoing share repurchases, strong cash reserves, and the continued advancement of the robotics ecosystem and commercialization pathways constitutes the core investment highlights for Shoucheng Holdings at this stage. Market participants generally expect that, as robotics commercialization models mature and underlying business potential is progressively realized, the Company’s long-term value proposition will become increasingly evident in capital market valuations.

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