MANILA, Philippines, Dec. 29, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — ACEN has reached a defining milestone in its transformation journey, having achieved 100% renewable energy generation across its portfolio earlier this year.

The milestone underscores a strategic shift that began nearly a decade ago. In 2016, ACEN reached 1,000 megawatts of installed capacity, with the portfolio largely anchored on coal and renewable energy accounting for only around 2%. At the time, fossil fuels dominated regional power systems, and large-scale renewables were still emerging.

Recognizing the growing urgency of climate change and the long-term risks associated with carbon-intensive assets, ACEN made a deliberate pivot toward renewable energy. The company reshaped its strategy, redirected capital, and built the capabilities needed to scale clean energy across multiple markets – while taking measured steps to reduce and ultimately exit coal.

Today, ACEN’s renewable energy portfolio has grown to over 7 gigawatts of attributable capacity, spanning projects that are operational, under construction, or supported by signed agreements. ACEN, the Ayala group’s listed energy company, is now among the fastest-growing renewable energy platforms in the Asia Pacific, with the Philippines as its core and largest market.

Beyond the Philippines, ACEN has established a diversified regional presence, with a wholly-owned platform in Australia, alongside operations in Vietnam, India, and Lao PDR, and strategic investments in Indonesia and other markets.

“This milestone reflects our long-term strategy to align ACEN with the future of the energy system, while supporting decarbonization in a commercially disciplined way,” said Eric Francia, President and CEO of ACEN.

As a developer, builder, and operator, ACEN leverages its agility and collaborative approach to help accelerate the energy transition across its markets. The company now operates on 100% renewable energy generation and is targeting Net Zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050, consistent with global climate objectives.

In 2025, ACEN completed and advanced a diversified set of renewable energy projects across its portfolio:

Solar: 4,634 MW

Wind: 1,957 MW

Geothermal: 115 MW

Battery Energy Storage: 304 MW

These projects contribute to cleaner and more reliable power systems, while supporting economic activity and local development across ACEN’s host communities.

Reaching 100% renewable energy marks an important foundation for ACEN’s next phase of growth. As the company looks ahead, its focus extends beyond capacity expansion, toward enabling a just, orderly, and inclusive energy transition that delivers long-term value for stakeholders.

Beyond targets, ACEN continues to transition with purpose. Demonstrating that ambition, when matched with execution, can deliver real impact.

Samsung TV aims to be the first to launch Google Photos features in 2026, debuting with memories on the big screen for the first time, while create and personalized results capabilities roll out later in the year

SEOUL, South Korea, Dec. 29, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. today announced that they are working to bring Google Photos to Samsung TVs to give users a seamless way to enjoy the moments that matter most, from trips and hobbies to everyday memories with loved ones—now on an immersive and larger screen. The experience aims to offer families a delightful and meaningful way to rediscover their favorite memories together.^[1]

Samsung TV Google Photos features

“Samsung TVs have always brought people together, and bringing Google Photos to the big screen makes that experience even more personal,” said Kevin Lee, Executive Vice President of the Customer Experience Team at the Visual Display (VD) Business of Samsung Electronics. “Through this partnership, we help users rediscover and relive cherished moments by bringing to light the stories behind their photos—right from the comfort of their living room.”

A More Meaningful Way to Enjoy Personal Photos

Google Photos makes reliving and sharing special memories easy. With the planned integration, it will seamlessly bring the photos people capture on their phones to Samsung TVs, where they can appear in a larger, cinematic format.

Through the proposed integration, users can explore curated memories on their TVs organized by people, places, and meaningful moments. Google Photos will also expand the suite of photo-driven experiences that integrate with Samsung’s Vision AI Companion (VAC), enriching how memories are highlighted and enjoyed throughout the day.

Samsung wants Google Photos to be deeply woven into the TV experience. Imagine Photos surfacing naturally through Daily+ and Daily Board, ensuring that meaningful memories^[2] greet users throughout their day in contextual and convenient moments. The setup should be simple—users sign in with their Google Account, and their photo memories instantly appear on the big screen.^[3] 

Three Ways to Relive and Rediscover: Memories, Create and Personalized Results

• Memories (planned to launch exclusive in early 2026): Shows curated stories based on people, locations, and meaningful moments for the first time on TV, available first and exclusively on Samsung TVs for six months.^[4]
• Create with AI (planned to launch later in 2026): Introduces themed templates^[5] built on Nano Banana, Google DeepMind’s image generation and editing model, featuring playful and fun transformation. Users can also utilize Remix to transform the art style of an image, or Photo to Video to bring still moments to life as short videos.
• Personalized Results (planned to launch later in 2026): Users may view related photos as a slideshow based on topics or contents of memories e.g. ocean, hiking, Paris, etc.

A Seamless Way to Experience Memories on Samsung TV

Samsung and Google Photos want to bring a cinematic gallery experience to the heart of the home, enabling Samsung TV users to browse and relive their most important moments in stunning detail. This integration will transform personal photo libraries into a space where users are invited to explore their journey, create new stories, and reminisce over cherished memories with depth and simplicity.

“Google Photos is a home for people’s photos and videos, helping them organize and bring their memories to life,” said Shimrit Ben-Yair, Vice President, Google Photos and Google One. “We’re excited to bring Google Photos to Samsung TVs—helping people enjoy their favorite photos on a larger screen and reconnect with their memories in new ways.”

About Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd.

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

^1. Features and availability may vary by model and region.
^2. Available on Samsung TV models launched 2026 with a Google Account and backed-up photos/videos. For in market models, experience will be available following the OS update schedule.
^3. Memories must not be turned off in Google Photos settings.
^4. Memories available beginning March 2026; Create and Search available in the second half of 2026.
^5. Select creative AI templates will be available exclusively on Samsung TVs.

GUANGZHOU, China, Dec. 29, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Recently, the 2025 Most Achieved Chinese Award (MACA) ceremony was held in Hong Kong, drawing global attention to Chinese elites who have made extraordinary contributions to human progress. At the event, Zhang Damo, a renowned artist and Co-President of the Future Living Art Institute at One Heung Kong, was honored with the MACA award, becoming the first painter to receive this globally prestigious honor since its establishment. This marks the highest-level cross-cultural endorsement of the personal accomplishments and international influence of a Chinese ink painting artist.

The MACA award is known for its strict selection process and benchmarking significance, with the core tenet “Recording Cultures, Transmitting Values”. Its past winners include legends such as Yuan Longping, I. M. Pei, and Yang Liwei, who have advanced national and global civilization. Zhang Damo’s selection was no accident. He has pushed the boundaries of traditional Chinese painting with his “combined meticulous and freehand” technique, infusing his works with profound Eastern philosophy and the spirit of the times. Additionally, as a long-serving “cultural ambassador”, he has spent decades spreading Chinese ink painting art across the globe and fostering cultural exchanges.

In his acceptance speech, Zhang Damo emphasized that this honor belongs to all peers quietly inheriting and innovating Chinese culture. Yet the industry recognizes that it is, in essence, a concentrated recognition of his personal artistic system and cultural values. As Chief Artist of the United Nations Peace Boat, Zhang Damo has traveled across European and Asian countries since the 1990s. Through exhibitions and dialogues, he has allowed the Western world to directly experience the contemporary vitality and peaceful philosophy of Chinese culture through the misty allure of ink painting, making him an outstanding representative of the Belt and Road Initiative’s culture-first approach.

This award is seen as a major industry indicator, showing that the pinnacle of traditional Chinese painting and calligraphy, along with its contemporary development, is now recognized and highly regarded by the world’s top comprehensive evaluation systems. With his outstanding artistic language and international dissemination practices, Zhang Damo has successfully built a bridge, elevating Chinese ink painting from a national art treasure to a cultural asset recognized by international authorities as part of the world’s cultural heritage.

BEIJING, Dec. 29, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — iHuman Inc. (NYSE: IH) (“iHuman” or the “Company”), a leading provider of tech-powered, intellectual development products in China, today announced its unaudited financial results for the third quarter ended September 30, 2025.

Third Quarter 2025 Highlights

• Revenues were RMB205.8 million (US$28.9 million), compared with RMB239.4 million in the same period last year.
• Gross profit was RMB140.6 million (US$19.8 million), compared with RMB163.9 million in the same period last year.
• Operating income was RMB16.7 million (US$2.3 million), compared with RMB20.7 million in the same period last year.
• Net income was RMB21.6 million (US$3.0 million), compared with RMB25.1 million in the same period last year.
• Average total MAUs^[1] for the third quarter were 26.13 million, compared with 29.12 million in the same period last year.

Dr. Peng Dai, Director and Chief Executive Officer of iHuman, commented, “Despite a complex market environment, we made steady progress this quarter in executing our strategy centered on product innovation and long-term value creation. Over the past few decades, iHuman has earned the trust of millions of families by guiding their children through critical early learning milestones, from recognizing their first Chinese characters to reading their first stories. Building on these strong family connections and our proven leadership in early childhood development, we are now strategically expanding several of our core offerings to serve older age cohorts by leveraging our rich content and technological expertise to address more advanced learning needs. This strategic initiative will deepen our user engagement, broaden our total addressable market, and reinforce the foundation for sustainable, long-term growth.

Our ongoing commitment to innovation continued to yield significant advancements across our portfolio. In iHuman English, we optimized both interface design and content to deliver a more seamless and inspiring learning journey for young learners. The main world map was redesigned for enhanced clarity and a more intuitive navigation, further improving the learning flow. We also added a curated selection of BBC Studios-licensed kids content, bringing dynamic storytelling, authentic language input, and high-quality visuals that enrich the program and create a compelling learning experience. Combined with interactive tasks and fun speaking prompts thoughtfully designed under our proprietary progressive learning framework, these improvements create a more seamless pathway that encourages deeper engagement and helps children steadily build their English skills and confidence through joyful exploration.

Complementing our digital products, our smart devices portfolio extends AI-driven learning and companionship deeper into the daily routines of children. We recently launched iHuman AI Pal, our first plush AI companion inspired by our beloved Cosmicrew characters. Designed as a soft, screen-free toy powered by large language model technology, it blends naturally into children’s playtime, transforming everyday interactions into opportunities for discovery, imagination, and emotional connection. Beyond simple dialogue, iHuman AI Pal creates an adaptive English and Chinese environment that feels as natural and comforting as talking with a favorite plush friend. Through immersive stories, songs, and interactive fun experiences, it adjusts content to children’s respective levels, helping them absorb new expressions effortlessly and build confidence in communication. It also supports holistic growth by fostering positive character, good habits, and safety awareness through memorable, story-based experiences. With built-in long-term memory, it recalls each child’s preferences and past interactions, creating a familiar and lasting companionship that encourages open communication and builds confidence. Additionally, a connected mini program for parents keeps the family informed of the child’s progress, provides personalized insights, and captures memorable moments — a testament to our vision of responsible, family-centric AI that supports children’s development while giving parents peace of mind.

Following the remarkable success of its inaugural season, our Kunpeng Animation Studio launched the second season of Rainbow Crew in October, adding new depth and creativity to our expanding content library. Since its premiere, the series has consistently ranked among the top children’s programs across major streaming platforms, validating its sustained audience appeal. The ongoing success of the Rainbow Crew franchise further strengthens our brand’s cultural influence and supports the long-term expansion of our content and licensing portfolio.

Looking ahead, we will continue to prioritize strategic investment in innovation, technology, and creative excellence to meet the evolving needs of families. With a trusted brand, a loyal user base, and a strong product pipeline, we remain highly confident in our ability to drive strategic progress, deepen our leadership in the children’s learning sector, and create lasting value for both users and shareholders.”

Ms. Vivien Weiwei Wang, Director and Chief Financial Officer of iHuman, added, “We are pleased to report our 15th consecutive quarter of profitability, reflecting the solid financial performance and disciplined operational execution that further strengthens our foundation for sustainable growth. At the same time, we continued to expand our market reach by bringing our innovative offerings across a broader range of platforms and everyday lifestyle scenarios. During the quarter, we made meaningful progress in extending our offerings into the smart home ecosystem, with iHuman English now available on multiple leading smart speaker platforms. This expansion brings our content into additional family settings, enabling users to engage with our products more conveniently as part of their everyday home activities. We also expanded into new in-vehicle mobility experiences through cooperation with NIO, a well-recognized smart electric vehicle brand, making our core apps like iHuman Chinese and iHuman Pinyin available within their in-car systems. By expanding beyond traditional learning environments, these partnerships broaden user access to our products and strengthen our influence within the modern family lifestyle.”

Third Quarter 2025 Unaudited Financial Results

Revenues

Revenues were RMB205.8 million (US$28.9 million), compared with RMB239.4 million in the same period last year. The decrease in revenues was primarily due to the decline in China’s newborn population and more conservative consumer spending.

Average total MAUs for the quarter were 26.13 million, compared with 29.12 million in the same period last year. The decrease in MAUs was primarily due to the decline in China’s newborn population.

Cost of Revenues

Cost of revenues was RMB65.1 million (US$9.1 million), compared with RMB75.5 million in the same period last year. The decline in cost of revenues was in line with the decrease in revenues.

Gross Profit and Gross Margin

Gross profit was RMB140.6 million (US$19.8 million), compared with RMB163.9 million in the same period last year. Gross margin was 68.3%, compared with 68.4% in the same period last year.

Operating Expenses

Total operating expenses were RMB124.0 million (US$17.4 million), a decrease of 13.4% from RMB143.2 million in the same period last year.

Research and development expenses were RMB55.3 million (US$7.8 million), a decrease of 6.8% from RMB59.3 million in the same period last year, primarily due to savings in payroll-related and outsourcing expenses.

Sales and marketing expenses were RMB45.7 million (US$6.4 million), a decrease of 24.9% from RMB60.9 million in the same period last year, primarily due to cost savings in marketing activities. 

General and administrative expenses were RMB22.9 million (US$3.2 million), compared with RMB23.0 million in the same period last year.

Operating Income

Operating income was RMB16.7 million (US$2.3 million), compared with RMB20.7 million in the same period last year.

Net Income

Net income was RMB21.6 million (US$3.0 million), compared with RMB25.1 million in the same period last year.

Basic and diluted net income per ADS were RMB0.42 (US$0.06) and RMB0.40 (US$0.06), respectively, compared with RMB0.48 and RMB0.47 in the same period last year. Each ADS represents five Class A ordinary shares of the Company.

Deferred Revenue and Customer Advances

Deferred revenue and customer advances were RMB230.4 million (US$32.4 million) as of September 30, 2025, compared with RMB283.3 million as of December 31, 2024.

Cash, Cash Equivalents and Short-term Investments

Cash, cash equivalents and short-term investments were RMB1,128.2 million (US$158.5 million) as of September 30, 2025, compared with RMB1,168.7 million as of December 31, 2024.

Extension of Share Repurchase Program

Given its confidence in the Company’s business prospects, the board of directors (the “Board”) has authorized an extension of the Company’s existing share repurchase program, as authorized in December 2021 and extended to remain effective to the end of December 2025, by another twelve months through December 31, 2026. Pursuant to the extended share repurchase program, the Company’s proposed repurchases may be made from time to time through open market transactions at prevailing market prices, in privately negotiated transactions, in block trades and/or through other legally permissible means, depending on the market conditions and in accordance with applicable rules and regulations. The timing and dollar amount of repurchase transactions will be subject to the Securities and Exchange Commission Rule 10b-18 and Rule 10b5-1 requirements. The Board will continue to review the extended share repurchase program periodically, and may authorize adjustments to its terms and size. The Company expects to continue to fund the repurchases under the extended share repurchase program with its existing cash balance.

Exchange Rate Information

The U.S. dollar (US$) amounts disclosed in this press release, except for those transaction amounts that were actually settled in U.S. dollars, are presented solely for the convenience of the reader. The conversion of Renminbi (RMB) into US$ in this press release is based on the exchange rate set forth in the H.10 statistical release of the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System as of September 30, 2025, which was RMB7.1190 to US$1.00. The percentages stated in this press release are calculated based on the RMB amounts.

Non-GAAP Financial Measures

iHuman considers and uses non-GAAP financial measures, such as adjusted operating income, adjusted net income and adjusted diluted net income per ADS, as supplemental metrics in reviewing and assessing its operating performance and formulating its business plan. The presentation of non-GAAP financial measures is not intended to be considered in isolation or as a substitute for the financial information prepared and presented in accordance with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America (“U.S. GAAP”). iHuman defines adjusted operating income, adjusted net income and adjusted diluted net income per ADS as operating income, net income and diluted net income per ADS excluding share-based compensation expenses, respectively. Adjusted operating income, adjusted net income and adjusted diluted net income per ADS enable iHuman’s management to assess its operating results without considering the impact of share-based compensation expenses, which are non-cash charges. iHuman believes that these non-GAAP financial measures provide useful information to investors in understanding and evaluating the Company’s current operating performance and prospects in the same manner as management does, if they so choose.

Non-GAAP financial measures are not defined under U.S. GAAP and are not presented in accordance with U.S. GAAP. Non-GAAP financial measures have limitations as analytical tools, which possibly do not reflect all items of expense that affect our operations. Share-based compensation expenses have been and may continue to be incurred in our business and are not reflected in the presentation of the non-GAAP financial measures. In addition, the non-GAAP financial measures iHuman uses may differ from the non-GAAP measures used by other companies, including peer companies, and therefore their comparability may be limited. The presentation of these non-GAAP financial measures is not intended to be considered in isolation from or as a substitute for the financial information prepared and presented in accordance with GAAP.

Safe Harbor Statement

This announcement contains forward-looking statements. These statements are made under the “safe harbor” provisions of the United States Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These forward-looking statements can be identified by terminology such as “will,” “expects,” “anticipates,” “future,” “intends,” “plans,” “believes,” “estimates” and similar statements. Statements that are not historical facts, including statements about iHuman’s beliefs and expectations, are forward-looking statements. Among other things, the description of the management’s quotations in this announcement contains forward-looking statements. iHuman may also make written or oral forward-looking statements in its periodic reports to the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (the “SEC”), in its annual report to shareholders, in press releases and other written materials, and in oral statements made by its officers, directors or employees to third parties. Forward-looking statements involve inherent risks and uncertainties. A number of factors could cause actual results to differ materially from those contained in any forward-looking statement, including but not limited to the following: iHuman’s growth strategies; its future business development, financial condition and results of operations; its ability to continue to attract and retain users, convert non-paying users into paying users and increase the spending of paying users, the trends in, and size of, the market in which iHuman operates; its expectations regarding demand for, and market acceptance of, its products and services; its expectations regarding its relationships with business partners; general economic and business conditions; regulatory environment; and assumptions underlying or related to any of the foregoing. Further information regarding these and other risks is included in iHuman’s filings with the SEC. All information provided in this press release is as of the date of this press release, and iHuman does not undertake any obligation to update any forward-looking statement, except as required under applicable law.

About iHuman Inc.

iHuman Inc. is a leading provider of tech-powered, intellectual development products in China that is committed to making the child-upbringing experience easier for parents and transforming intellectual development into a fun journey for children. Benefiting from a deep legacy that combines nearly three decades of experience in the parenthood industry, superior original content, advanced high-tech innovation DNA and research & development capabilities with cutting-edge technologies, iHuman empowers parents with tools to make the child-upbringing experience more efficient. iHuman’s unique, fun and interactive product offerings stimulate children’s natural curiosity and exploration. The Company’s comprehensive suite of innovative and high-quality products include self-directed apps, interactive content and smart devices that cover a broad variety of areas to develop children’s abilities in speaking, critical thinking, independent reading and creativity. Leveraging advanced technological capabilities, including 3D engines, AI/AR functionality, and big data analysis on children’s behavior & psychology, iHuman believes it will continue to provide superior experience that is efficient and relieving for parents, and effective and fun for children, in China and all over the world, through its integrated suite of tech-powered, intellectual development products.

For more information about iHuman, please visit: https://ir.ihuman.com/

For investor and media enquiries, please contact:

iHuman Inc.
Mr. Justin Zhang
Investor Relations Director
Phone: +86-10-5780-6606
E-mail: ir@ihuman.com

Christensen
In China
Ms. Alice Li
Phone: +86-10-5900-1548
E-mail: alice.li@christensencomms.com 

In the US
Ms. Linda Bergkamp
Phone: +1-480-614-3004
E-mail: linda.bergkamp@christensencomms.com

SHENZHEN, China, Dec. 29, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Imagine unlocking your car simply by walking up to it—without taking out your phone or pressing the key fob. This seamless, hands-free experience is accelerating the adoption of Bluetooth® digital car keys and making everyday driving more convenient.

Aligned with this industry trend, Goodix Technology has taken an early lead in digital car key innovation. Based on the Bluetooth SIG’s newly released Bluetooth® Core Specification 6.1, Goodix has initiated development and validation for digital car key applications and unveiled its next-generation automotive-grade Bluetooth LE SoC, the GR5410. Featuring more accurate ranging, higher performance, and expanded peripheral interfaces, the GR5410 is designed to drive innovation in next-generation in-vehicle wireless applications.

Among the First to Achieve Dual Certification for Bluetooth® 6.1 and Channel Sounding

The GR5410 supports the innovative Channel Sounding technology and delivers comprehensive enhancements in privacy protection and energy efficiency, meeting a broad range of application requirements, including high-precision ranging and low-latency communication. With its forward-looking technology roadmap, Goodix is among the first chip vendors to obtain both Bluetooth® 6.1 BQB and Channel Sounding certifications.

New Architecture and AI Algorithms Set a New Performance Benchmark

Built on design principles of power efficiency, robust security, and high system integration, the GR5410 has a high-performance single-chip wireless MCU that integrates a Bluetooth® 6.1 module, a Channel Sounding unit, and a CAN FD interface. It is purpose-built for automotive, industrial, and other performance-critical applications.

• Powered by Arm China’s STAR-MC1 Core: Featuring an advanced security architecture, the GR5410 supports secure boot, protected debugging, encrypted storage, and a “one-chip-one-key” hardware security module (HSM) mechanism, providing comprehensive protection for intelligent cockpit and digital car key systems.
• Early Support for Passive Anchor Multi-Node Ranging: All nodes can complete synchronized ranging in approximately 200 milliseconds, significantly enhancing ranging refresh rates and accuracy. Combined with Goodix’s proprietary AI-based ranging algorithms, the solution achieves accuracy of up to ±50 cm with a maximum ranging distance exceeding 50 meters.
• Proprietary Low-power Bluetooth® Protocol Stack: Fully compatible with RSSI broadcast scanning, RSSI monitoring, and Channel Sounding ranging, the stack provides flexible support for a wide range of digital car key use cases.

End-to-End Support Accelerate Deployment

• Empowering Smart Vehicles with Bluetooth Innovation: The chip has already been selected for projects by multiple automakers and Tier 1 suppliers and is scheduled to enter pilot production in the first quarter of 2026, helping customers accelerate the adoption of Bluetooth® innovations in smart vehicles.
• Proven Mass-Market Deployment: Leveraging a robust portfolio of advanced products and comprehensive customer support, Goodix has established itself as a leading digital car key solution provider. Its solutions have been adopted by multiple mainstream Chinese automakers and Tier 1 suppliers, and are already in commercial use across more than a dozen car models.

As the automotive industry accelerates its transformation toward greater intelligence and connectivity, Goodix will continue to deepen its investment in wireless connectivity technologies. Through differentiated and innovative solutions, the company is committed to enabling automakers to deliver smarter, more convenient, and more secure mobility experiences.