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Horizon Robotics Rolls Out HSD Urban Driving Assistance System for Mass Production, Global Debut with Chery Automobile Scheduled for September

SHANGHAI, April 19, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Horizon Robotics (stock code: 9660.HK), a leading provider of smart driving solutions for passenger vehicles, today hosted its 2025 Annual Product Launch Event in Shanghai, officially unveiling the mass production rollout of its HSD (Horizon SuperDrive™) urban driving assistance system. At the event, Horizon Robotics and Chery Automobile also announced that HSD will make its global mass-production debut with Chery’s EXEED in September 2025.

Taking Smart Driving to New Heights

The HSD urban driving assistance system is built on the company’s signature software and hardware co-optimization capabilities. Powered by Horizon’s Journey™ 6 processing hardware and an innovative end‑to‑end architecture, HSD simulates human driving behavior to provide a truly human-like experience. It enables safe, efficient, comfortable, and reliable travel experiences for both drivers and passengers.

To meet diverse market demands, Horizon launched three versions of its HSD system, offering advanced driving assistance capabilities suitable for vehicles ranging from entry-level to premium models. Developed entirely in-house and optimized for mass production, the HSD family redefines efficiency and scalability. Additionally, Horizon has introduced its breakthrough “Horizon Cell” with upgradable plug-and-play hardware. This modular approach offers OEM partners zero switching cost and maximum flexibility, making HSD a strategic enabler for accelerating the adoption of smart driving across all market segments.

“Our goal is to create the best smart driving products loved by people everywhere,” said Dr. Yu Kai, Founder and CEO of Horizon Robotics. “We aspire to make the car a trusted smart companion that is truly accessible to all.”

Global Mass-Production Debut with Chery in September

As a longstanding strategic partner of Chery Automobile, Horizon Robotics has empowered multiple vehicle models across Chery’s four premium brands with its Journey series processing hardware since 2021. Building on the exceptional smart driving experiences of over 100,000 vehicle owners, the two companies today annoucned that the HSD full-stack system is set to make its global debut in a new model under Chery’s EXEED brand, with mass production scheduled to begin in September of this year.

“Horizon Robotics stands as our cornerstone partner in smart mobility, with their HSD representing the leading urban driving assistance solutions available today,” stated Yin Tongyue, Chairman of Chery Automobile. “Both Chery and Horizon Robotics are united by an unwavering dedication to technology, safety, and quality — all aimed at establishing our smart driving solutions as the trusted and preferred choice for consumers worldwide.”

Yin Tongyue, Chairman of Chery Automobile, and Dr. Yu Kai, Founder and CEO of Horizon Robotics
Yin Tongyue, Chairman of Chery Automobile, and Dr. Yu Kai, Founder and CEO of Horizon Robotics

Beyond Chery Automobile, Horizon Robotics and Volkswagen Group also recently announced further cooperation on advanced driving assistance systems based on HSD, leveraging R&D conducted by their joint venture CARIZON. Several Volkswagen vehicle models powered by CARIZON’s technology are scheduled to enter production in 2026.

Empower Every Journey with Human-Centric Smart Driving Technology

Backed by its software and hardware co-optimization approach, a highly scalable business model and extensive experience in mass production, Horizon Robotics has built a robust ecosystem encompassing over 40 OEMs and car brands, including all the TOP 10 OEMs in China. So far, Horizon Robotics has secured over 310 design-wins across a wide range of passenger vehicles, with over 200 vehicle models now available in the market.

As smart driving starts to become a standard feature across all vehicle models, Horizon remains committed to its human-centered company philosophy, striving to deliver energy-efficient and cost-optimized driving assistance solutions at scale and to bring safe, seamless, all‑scenario smart mobility to drivers and passengers worldwide.

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About Horizon Robotics
With its mission to make human life safer and better, Horizon Robotics is a leading provider of smart driving solutions for passenger vehicles, empowered by its proprietary software and hardware technologies. Its solutions combine cutting-edge algorithms, purpose-built software and processing hardware, providing the core technologies for smart driving that enhance the safety and experience of drivers and passengers. Horizon Robotics is a key enabler for the smart vehicle transformation and commercialization with its integrated solutions deployed on mass scale.

Beijing Review: Redefining studying abroad in a changing world

BEIJING, April 19, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — A new vision for global education has emerged – one shaped by shifting student priorities, geopolitical challenges and the rise of non-traditional destinations.

The United States, once the most popular study-abroad destination for Chinese students, has failed to secure a spot among the top three in the latest evaluation of study-abroad destinations. It ranks fourth behind the United Kingdom, Singapore and Canada, according to the 2025 Blue Book on China’s Study Abroad, released at the China Study Abroad Forum (CSAF) in Beijing on April 11.

Themed Quality, Trust and Safety: For the Sustainable Development of International Education, the forum highlighted shifting trends in global education and student mobility.

Wang Daquan, Director of the Chinese Service Center for Scholarly Exchange, addresses attendees at the China Study Abroad Forum on April 11 in Beijing (WEI YAO)
Wang Daquan, Director of the Chinese Service Center for Scholarly Exchange, addresses attendees at the China Study Abroad Forum on April 11 in Beijing (WEI YAO)

The CSAF was held in conjunction with the 30th China International Education Exhibition Tour (CIEET), which took place across Beijing, Shanghai, Wuhan and Guangzhou from April 11 to 20. The events were organized by the Chinese Service Center for Scholarly Exchange (CSCSE) and brought together educational institutions from around the world.

Since the launch of CIEET in 1999 and CSAF in 2004, the events have served as platforms for international institutions to connect with Chinese students and build stronger educational links.

At the forum, Xu Qingsen, Vice Minister of Education, reaffirmed China’s commitment to “high-quality educational exchange” and two-way mobility. “We will improve our services for students going abroad, while attracting more international students to study in China. This forms the foundation of strong civic ties between nations,” he said.

Forum guests also called for stronger ties through education. Maria Fasli, Acting Vice Chancellor of the University of Essex, the UK, emphasized that “no single country can solve today’s global challenges alone,” calling on graduates to become globally minded citizens.

The blue book, produced by a panel of over 30 experts who assessed 28 countries across multiple dimensions, revealed a growing diversification in destination and degree program choices among Chinese students.

Though the U.S. still ranked first in education quality and student employability, it failed to make the top 10 in terms of safety, and ranked only ninth in trust and openness.

The blue book highlighted mounting concerns with geopolitical tensions, restrictive academic policies and frequent safety reminders, which were cited as critical risk factors. On April 9, China’s Ministry of Education issued an overseas study alert advising students to assess security risks when considering studies in certain U.S. states. The move came after the state of Ohio passed legislation restricting educational ties with Chinese institutions.

In addition to traditional destinations such as the U.S., the United Kingdom and Australia, this year’s exhibition attracted universities from 24 other countries and regions, including several participants from Belt and Road Initiative countries including Kazakhstan, Hungary and Poland, with Ecuador and Viet Nam making their debuts. In total, 246 institutions took part in the events, which together hosted nearly 450 pavilions.

One student, Chen Bi, told Yangcheng Evening News she chose a one-year master’s program in accounting at Al-Farabi Kazakh National University in Almaty, Kazakhstan. “It only costs a third of what I’d pay in Europe, and there’s no language or GPA requirement,” she said.

For Chen, who was recently laid off, the program offers both a breather and a stepping stone toward future employment back in Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region, where local governments offer incentives for returnees with degrees from overseas institutions.

Yet non-traditional destinations come with trade-offs. According to Yangcheng Evening News, many employers remain unfamiliar with lesser-known universities, which may disadvantage graduates in a competitive job market.

At the forum, Wang Daquan, Director of the CSCSE, said the employment consulting services CSCSE offers aim to bridge the gap between returnees and employers, noting over 310,000 students and 1,700 companies are already using the consulting platform.

“Students today seek more than a diploma. They want skills, cultural literacy and global perspective,” Wang said during a press conference ahead of the forum.

CSCSE has also launched a Global Study Mobility Alliance, co-founded by 20 Chinese and international universities, and announced two new initiatives: Study Tours in China and Study Tours Around the World, aimed at fostering cross-cultural skills through short-term exchanges.

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Beijing Review: Study in China, Study in the World

BEIJING, April 19, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — During a sub-forum on April 11, scholars, educators and international students from across the globe discussed the evolving importance of studying abroad, under the theme Study in China, Study in the World.

Representatives from Italy, Germany, the U.S., Egypt and China attend a sub-forum of the China Study Abroad Forum (CSAF), held on April 11 in Beijing (WEI YAO)
Representatives from Italy, Germany, the U.S., Egypt and China attend a sub-forum of the China Study Abroad Forum (CSAF), held on April 11 in Beijing (WEI YAO)

Themed “Quality, Trust and Safety: for the Sustainable Development of International Education,” the China Study Abroad Forum (CSAF), held on April 11 in Beijing, highlighted shifting trends in global education and student mobility.

The event emphasized not only institutional cooperation, but also the broader value of cultural dialogue through international education. The gathering featured representatives from Italy, Germany, the U.S., Egypt and China, each sharing their views on intercultural learning and academic mobility.

Ma Xiaole, Dean of International Education at Shandong University, emphasized how Confucian philosophy has been creatively embedded in the university’s programs for international students. “We teach Confucian values not only through books but through real-life, immersive experiences. Students participate in traditional ceremonies and explore how values like perseverance and moral integrity shape Chinese society today,” she explained. “True understanding comes from living the culture, not just reading about it.”

Representing Germany’s DAAD (German Academic Exchange Service), Ole Engelhardt noted that Germany has facilitated academic exchange with China for over four decades. “What we consistently hear from German students is how their image of China changes after visiting – especially seeing how advanced and diverse it is,” he said. He added that despite recent geopolitical uncertainties, visa access for Chinese students in Germany remains smooth.

Edilio Mazzoleni, Director of the Centre for Global Engagement and International Education, Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore, shared personal reflections on his journey in China since 2005, emphasizing how trust, friendships and curiosity shaped his understanding of the country.

“I advocate for studying abroad because it gives you new lenses through which to see the world,” he said, also announcing that the university plans to launch a Chinese-language program by 2026.

“My experience studying in China completely changed my life,” said Mohamed Jihad, a foreign expert at the Center for International Cultural Communication of China International Communications Group, recounting his journey from language learner to becoming what he jokingly calls “a Chinese son-in-law.” He emphasized that real understanding requires seeing China through first-hand experience – not through foreign media narratives.

Jason Patent, former Director of the Robertson Center for Intercultural Leadership at the University of California at Berkeley, stressed the need for students to develop intercultural skills. “Studying abroad isn’t just about knowledge – it’s about building the emotional and behavioral tools to thrive in unfamiliar environments,” he said. His program takes students to seven regions around the world to prepare them for both academic and global leadership success.

The forum concluded by proposing that study abroad is a two-way bridge – helping the world understand China, and helping China connect with the world. As one speaker put it, the classroom may start in Beijing or Milan, but the real education happens in the space between.

The CSAF was held in conjunction with the 30th China International Education Exhibition Tour (CIEET), which took place across Beijing, Shanghai, Wuhan, and Guangzhou from April 11 to 20. The events were organized by the Chinese Service Center for Scholarly Exchange (CSCSE) and brought together educational institutions from around the world.

Since the founding of CIEET in 1999 and CSAF in 2004, the events have served as platforms for international institutions to connect with Chinese students and build stronger educational links.

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Psychological traps in trading: Octa Broker’s perspective on avoiding costly mistakes


KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 19 April 2025 – Even the most seasoned CFD traders can fall into psychological traps—from chasing the hype to holding poor trades out of stubborn hope. Emotional biases can cloud judgment and lead even experienced traders to costly blunders. However, psychological resilience reduces the risk of a loss. Octa Broker, as part of its commitment to traders’ education, explores how emotion-driven decisions can quietly sabotage performance and offers practical guidance for staying focused and disciplined.

Octa Broker

Psychological traps in CFD trading

Psychological traps consist of cognitive bias and emotional responses that negatively affect trading decisions. Cognitive bias compels traders from their strategy, potentially undermining their results. Notably, such traps are not exclusive to novices. Experienced traders are not immune to them either, especially when the market is volatile.

Emotions are powerful forces in trading. They can override rational analysis, prompting impulsive behaviour and unwise actions. Empirical findings in trading psychology indicate that investors frequently succumb to fear and greed, two emotions that can cloud their decision-making, potentially resulting in suboptimal profits or, more severely, significant losses.​

Understanding 6 common psychological traps in CFD trading

  1. Fear of missing out (FOMO) drives traders to enter positions based on the anxiety of missing potential profits, often influenced by market hype or social media trends. This behaviour can lead to buying at peak prices without proper analysis. FOMO-driven traders may trade excessively, believing that more trades will increase their chances of hitting a winning opportunity.
  2. Revenge trading. After incurring losses, some traders attempt to recover quickly by making impulsive trades without adequate analysis. This often exacerbates losses and deviates from disciplined trading plans. ​
  3. Overtrading. A situation when traders try to always be active in the market and take positions without clear signals or strategies. This impatience can result in increased transaction costs and exposure to unnecessary risks. ​
  4. Gambler’s fallacy involves believing that a series of losses or gains will be naturally followed by the opposite outcome. Driven by the anticipation of an imminent reversal, traders may prematurely try to ‘pick a top’ during a bullish trend or ‘find a bottom’ in a bearish trend, often without sufficient evidence.
  5. Hope vs. strategy means holding onto losing positions, believing that the market will turn in their favour, despite evidence to the contrary. This can lead to significant losses as traders ignore stop-loss rules and objective analysis. ​
  6. Herd mentality implies mimicking the crowd by following others’ trades without analysis. Herd behaviour may form bubbles or exacerbate market downturns, leading traders to buy or sell too early.

Spotting the signs—when you’re not thinking straight

Be mindful of the sudden impulses to deviate from your trading plan, especially after winning or losing a lot. A shifted risk tolerance, such as opening positions that are unusually large, can be a sign of emotional trading. Other behavioural red flags include:

  • ignoring predetermined stop-loss levels​
  • doubling down on losing positions
  • frequently changing strategies without thorough evaluation.​

Recognising these signs is the first step in regaining control and preventing emotion-driven decisions.​ Here are other tips to stay in control when trading:

  • Plan before trading. Develop a comprehensive trading plan that outlines entry and exit points, risk tolerance, position sizes​, and adhere to it
  • Journal your trades to record your progress and monitor your emotional state. This helps identify patterns in behaviour and improve self-control.
  • Use stop-loss and take-profit orders to automate discipline, ensuring that decisions are executed as planned, even in volatile markets. Given the high-risk nature of CFDs, such controls are vital
  • Learn from mistakes. Regularly review your trading history to understand what worked and what didn’t. Reflecting on past errors fosters growth and helps in refining strategies
  • Step away when needed. Taking breaks from trading, especially after a series of losses or even wins, can provide perspective and prevent burnout. As Kar Yong Ang, a financial analyst at Octa Broker, advises: ‘Your worst trades often come when you feel most confident—or most afraid. Mastering trading psychology is what separates short-term reaction from long-term resilience.’

While technical ability and market knowledge form the foundation of trading, psychological discipline determines long-term success. Even a valid strategy can be undermined by emotional biases. By recognising common psychological traps and implementing measures to negate them, traders can improve their decisions and perform more consistently. Constant self-monitoring, deliberate discipline, and emotional mastery are key factors in navigating the complex psychological landscape of trading.

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Octa

is an international CFD broker that has been providing online trading services worldwide since 2011. It offers commission-free access to financial markets and various services used by clients from 180 countries who have opened more than 52 million trading accounts. To help its clients reach their investment goals, Octa offers free educational webinars, articles, and analytical tools.

The company is involved in a comprehensive network of charitable and humanitarian initiatives, including the improvement of educational infrastructure and short-notice relief projects supporting local communities.

In Southeast Asia, Octa received the ‘Best Trading Platform Malaysia 2024’ and the ‘Most Reliable Broker Asia 2023’ awards from Brands and Business Magazine and International Global Forex Awards, respectively.

Interpret Corporate Vitality Through Running, Baijiayun Spring Health Run Event successfully held

BEIJING, April 19, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Baijiayun Group Ltd (“Baijiayun” or the “Company”) (NASDAQ: RTC), a one-stop AI video solution provider, today announced that it held a Spring Health Run event with the theme of “Chasing Light in the Green Fields • Setting Sail towards Health” at its Beijing office on April 17th. The competition was divided into two groups: the men’s group challenged a 6-kilometer run around the park for three laps, while the women’s group had a 4-kilometer race for two laps. More than twenty employee athletes from Baijiayun participated in the event.

As the AI video technology service provider with the most in-depth comprehension of education, Baijiayun has always attached great importance to employee benefits and social responsibilities, and has built a comprehensive talent care system with practical actions. This distinctive activity that deeply integrates the enterprise culture of “resilient growth” and the concept of “healthy productivity” enables every employee to achieve a two-way leap from professional energy to the quality of life, both in the workplace and on the sports field.

Among the participants of this event, there were both experienced sports enthusiasts and novices who were challenging themselves for the first time. All the participants successfully completed the race, demonstrating the spiritual strength of Baijiayun employees to surpass themselves with their perseverance. After intense competition, the top three in both the men’s group and the women’s group were determined. All the participating employees received participation souvenirs, which became precious mementos of their spring running.

Company Contact:
Ms. Fangfei Liu 
Chief Financial Officer, Baijiayun Group Ltd
Phone: +86 25 8222 1596
Email: ir@baijiayun.com

FinVolution Group Files 2024 Annual Report on Form 20-F

SHANGHAI, April 19, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — FinVolution Group (“FinVolution,” or the “Company”) (NYSE: FINV), a leading fintech platform in China, Indonesia and the Philippines, today announced that it has filed its annual report on Form 20-F for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2024 with the Securities and Exchange Commission (the “SEC”) on April 18, 2025. 

The annual report on Form 20-F can be accessed on the SEC’s website at http://www.sec.gov and on the Company’s investor relations website at http://ir.finvgroup.com. The Company will also provide a hard copy of the annual report containing its audited consolidated financial statements, free of charge, to its shareholders and ADS holders upon request.

About FinVolution Group 

FinVolution Group is a leading fintech platform with strong brand recognition in China, Indonesia and the Philippines, connecting borrowers of the young generation with financial institutions. Established in 2007, the Company is a pioneer in China’s online consumer finance industry and has developed innovative technologies and has accumulated in-depth experience in the core areas of credit risk assessment, fraud detection, big data and artificial intelligence. The Company’s platforms, empowered by proprietary cutting-edge technologies, features a highly automated loan transaction process, which enables a superior user experience. As of December 31, 2024, the Company had 208.3 million cumulative registered users across China, Indonesia and the Philippines.

For more information, please visit: http://ir.finvgroup.com.

For investor and media inquiries, please contact: 

In China:
FinVolution Group
Head of Capital Markets
Jimmy Tan, IRC
Tel: +86 (21) 8030-3200 Ext. 8601
Email: ir@xinye.com

Piacente Financial Communications
Jenny Cai
Tel: +86 (10) 6508-0677
Email: finv@tpg-ir.com

In the United States:
Piacente Financial Communications
Brandi Piacente
Tel: +1-212-481-2050
E-mail: finv@tpg-ir.com 

 

CNFinance Holdings Limited Announces Receipt of NYSE Notification Regarding ADS Trading Price Requirement

GUANGZHOU, China, April 19, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — CNFinance Holdings Limited (NYSE: CNF) (“CNFinance” or the “Company”), a leading home equity loan service provider in China, today announced that it has received a letter from the New York Stock Exchange (the “NYSE”) dated April 7, 2025, notifying the Company that it is below compliance standards due to the trading price of CNFinance’s American depositary shares (the “ADSs”). The notice has no immediate impact on the listing of the Company’s ADSs, which will continue to be listed and traded on the NYSE, subject to the Company’s compliance with other listing standards and other rights of the NYSE to delist the ADSs. The NYSE notification does not affect the Company’s business operations, its U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission reporting requirements, or contractual obligations.

Pursuant to Section 802.01C of the NYSE Listed Company Manual, a company will be considered to be below compliance standards if the average closing price of its security as reported on the consolidated tape is less than US$1.00 over a consecutive 30 trading-day period. Once notified by the NYSE, the Company must bring its security price and average security price back above US$1.00 by six months (the “Cure Period”) following receipt of the notification. The Company can regain compliance at any time during the Cure Period if on the last trading day of any calendar month during the Cure Period the Company’s ADSs have a closing price of at least US$1.00 per ADS and an average closing price of at least US$1.00 per ADS over the 30 trading-day period ending on the last trading day of that month. In the event that at the expiration of the Cure Period, both a US$1.00 per ADS closing price on the last trading day of the Cure Period and a US$1.00 per ADS average closing price over the 30 trading-day period ending on the last trading day of the Cure Period are not attained, the NYSE will commence suspension and delisting procedures.

To address this issue, CNFinance intends to monitor the market conditions of its listed ADSs and is considering its options. As required by the NYSE Listed Company Manual, the Company expects to notify the NYSE of its intent to cure its ADS trading price deficiency within the applicable time period required by the NYSE.

About CNFinance Holdings Limited

CNFinance Holdings Limited (NYSE: CNF) (“CNFinance” or the “Company”) is a leading home equity loan service provider in China. CNFinance, through its operating subsidiaries in China, conducts business by connecting demands and supplies through collaborating with sales partners and trust companies under the trust lending model, and sales partners, local channel partners and commercial banks under the commercial bank partnership model. Sales partners and local channel partners are responsible for recommending micro- and small-enterprise (“MSE”) owners with financing needs to the Company and the Company introduces eligible borrowers to licensed financial institutions with sufficient funding sources including trust companies and commercial banks who will then conduct their own risk assessments and make credit decisions. The Company’s primary target borrower segment is MSE owners who own real properties in Tier 1 and Tier 2 cities and other major cities in China. The Company’s risk mitigation mechanism is embedded in the design of its loan products, supported by an integrated online and offline process focusing on risks of both borrowers and collateral and further enhanced by effective post-loan management procedures.

teamLab Phenomena Abu Dhabi opens its doors to the public in Saadiyat Cultural District

  • The innovative multi-sensory art experience redefines the boundaries of immersive art
  • Purpose-built 17,000 sqm venue features transformative artworks unique to Abu Dhabi
  • Opening music composed and performed by renowned Italian pianist Ludovico Einaudi
  • teamLab Phenomena Abu Dhabi takes guests on a sensory-rich journey that transcends the ordinary and ignites curiosity for all

ABU DHABI, UAE, April 19, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — teamLab Phenomena Abu Dhabi officially opened its transformative multi-sensory art experience within Saadiyat Cultural District, an enriching addition to Abu Dhabi’s dynamic cultural and artistic landscape.

To view the Multimedia News Release, please click:   https://www.multivu.com/teamlab_phenomena/9331451-en-gb-teamlab-phenomena-abu-dhabi-opens-saadiyat-cultural-district

On 17 April, the grand opening celebration welcomed distinguished guests and cultural leaders, featuring a specially composed performance by renowned Italian pianist and composer Ludovico Einaudi. Set against the venue’s unique architecture, the score was paired with a dramatic display of 6,000 synchronised drones and pyrotechnics, curated to celebrate the new milestone for Saadiyat Cultural District, and reflect the connection between art, technology and imagination.

H.E. Mohamed Khalifa Al Mubarak, Chairman of the Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi, said: “teamLab Phenomena Abu Dhabi is a groundbreaking cultural landmark that redefines immersive art experiences on a global scale. It embodies a bold vision that pushes the boundaries of creativity, technology, and human perception, offering visitors an experience unlike any other. Together with our partner, teamLab, we take great pride in bringing this pioneering concept to life, reinforcing our commitment to shaping world-class experiences that inspire, engage, and contribute to Abu Dhabi’s cultural legacy. Saadiyat Cultural District is a cultural landmark of global significance, bringing together the world’s greatest minds and institutions to foster dialogue, inspire creativity, and shape a more connected future.”

Following the opening ceremony, guests were immersed within newly unveiled teamLab Phenomena Abu Dhabi exhibits, meandering between its inspiring artistic installations, interacting with the dynamic artworks, and experiencing the connection between art, technology and natural phenomena.

Toshiyuki Inoko, Founder of teamLab, said: “The artworks in teamLab Phenomena do not exist independently but are created by the environment which produces the various phenomena that creates the artworks. Objects such as stones and man-made creations maintain a stable structure independently. A stone, for instance, will remain unchanged even if placed in a sealed box, isolated from the outside world. In contrast, a vortex in the ocean will vanish in an instant if removed from its environment. Unlike a stone, a vortex does not sustain itself; it evolves with the surrounding currents, formed by water flowing continuously from the outside to the inside and from the inside to the outside of the vortex, changing along with the flow. Moreover, the boundaries of its existence are ambiguous, and there is no material distinction between the vortex and its surroundings.

“The unique environment produces the phenomena, and the environment maintains the existence of the structure. Let us call that existence Environmental Phenomena. The artwork is inseparable from the environment and changes along with the environment. This concept transcends the various conventional notions of existence by physical forms. Even if people immerse themselves physically into the artwork, the artwork will remain intact, capable of naturally restoring itself even if disrupted. However, when the environment is not sustained, the artwork will disappear. The boundaries of the artwork are ambiguous and continuous with the environment. Perhaps, people’s consciousness will expand from the artwork itself to the environment beyond.”

Spanning 17,000 square metres, teamLab Phenomena Abu Dhabi has been developed by the internationally acclaimed art collective teamLab, in collaboration with the Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi). The multi-sensory art experience reflects the emirate’s unwavering commitment to fostering creativity and cultural innovation on a global scale, and it presents massive transformative artworks that each blend art, science and technology in groundbreaking ways.

teamLab Phenomena Abu Dhabi is designed to explore and transcend the limits of every guest’s imagination. Each artwork within the unique, purpose-built venue will evolve over time through the interplay of light, sound and movement. Unlike artworks at traditional galleries, visitors will discover exhibits that are fluid, existing in a dynamic relationship with their environment. Each artwork responds to guests’ actions and natural changes in the environment, creating a living, breathing art experience, unlike any other.

Comprising two distinct Wet and Dry areas, guests will be immersed in a series of mesmerising visuals, vibrant landscapes and interactive installations that dissolve the boundaries between art and audience. Every moment offers a new philosophical experience, ensuring that each visitor experience is unique.

In the Dry area, visitors will encounter a variety of artworks that encourage interaction, responding to their movements and actions to create a unique connection between guests and the installations. As they move into the Wet area, guests will follow a dedicated walkway leading them into an exciting realm filled with fluid, hands-on experiences that further deepen their connection with the art.

teamLab Phenomena Abu Dhabi is a key addition to Saadiyat Cultural District, which upon completion will be the largest concentration of world-leading cultural and educational institutions. The District is home to an unparalleled lineup of museums and cultural landmarks, including Louvre Abu Dhabi; the upcoming Zayed National Museum, the national museum of the UAE; Guggenheim Abu Dhabi, featuring a global collection of modern and contemporary art that reflects the diversity of cultures and trends from around the world; and Natural History Museum Abu Dhabi, telling the story of life on earth and the origins of our universe.

The addition of teamLab Phenomena reinforces Abu Dhabi’s position as a global cultural epicentre, offering visitors a unique and transformative experience while showcasing its commitment to creativity, innovation and cultural collaboration on a global scale.

For more information and to purchase tickets: www.teamlababudhabi.com 

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