Japan’s largest multiple system operator deploys its first AI-enabled Wi-Fi 7 service to support the growing needs of its customers and their smart homes.

PALO ALTO, Calif., Dec. 17, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — J:COM and Plume today announced the introduction of J:COM’s first Wi-Fi 7 service for residential customers in Japan, powered by Plume’s AI-enabled platform. This launch combines J:COM’s high-performance Wi-Fi 7 gateway with the optimization of Plume’s cloud-based intelligence, creating an in-home experience that delivers higher speeds, more consistent connectivity, and readiness for the next generation of smart devices across Japan.

Plume and J:COM delivering AI-enabled Wi-Fi 7 for smarter, faster connections.

J:COM is Japan’s largest multiple system operator, providing services to approximately 5.7 million subscribers nationwide. As households adopt more connected devices and many families live in dense multi-dwelling environments, Wi-Fi must adapt to increasingly complex real-world conditions. WiFi 7 is designed for maximum speed, and Plume’s AI platform enhances that foundation with resilience, reliability, and coverage using intelligence trained on half a billion connected devices. This combination helps J:COM provide the nation’s best in-home WiFi experience.

“Together with Plume, we are taking an important step to better serve the current and future needs of our customers,” said Mr. Yoichi Iwaki, President and Representative Director of J:COM. “J:COM has trusted Plume as our strategic partner for several years, and we continue to select their technology to advance our offering. Wi-Fi 7 offers new throughput possibilities, and when combined with the intelligence of the Plume platform, we can deliver a service that is more consistent, more dependable, and easier for customers to use across all of their devices. J:COM will continue to introduce technology that enhances daily life, and our new J:COM NET service reflects the ongoing commitment to quality, reliability, and customer care.”

“We are grateful for the opportunity to support J:COM as they bring this advanced Wi-Fi 7 service to households across Japan,” said Dan Herscovici, President and CEO of Plume. “By combining Wi-Fi 7 with Plume’s intelligence, J:COM is delivering an experience that standard routers simply cannot match. Customers receive a smarter and more adaptive in-home experience that reflects deep respect for how families rely on connectivity every day. J:COM demonstrated thoughtful leadership in delivering services that meet customer needs, and we are honored to work alongside them as they continue to guide the market forward.”

How J:COM’s Wi-Fi 7 is Enhanced by AI

Wi-Fi 7 introduces wider channels, higher modulation, and Multi-Link Operation (MLO). These features increase peak speed, but most homes include mixed Wi-Fi generation devices, changing interference, and varied usage patterns.

J:COM’s Wi-Fi 7 service uses Plume’s AI platform to adapt to these conditions that Wi-Fi 7 alone cannot solve and create the best connection for every device.

The combined approach delivers:

• AI-driven adjustments based on real time performance in the home
• Improved results for Wi-Fi 5 and Wi-Fi 6 devices that cannot use all Wi-Fi 7 features
• More stable connectivity in Japan’s dense multi-dwelling unit environments
• Smoother streaming, gaming, and video calls
• Enhanced in-home cybersecurity to help protect devices and defend devices against online threats
• Better visibility and support tools for J:COM care teams

This helps J:COM customers experience Wi-Fi 7 performance not only at peak speeds but throughout everyday use, while also providing improved customer care and support experiences.

Plume Powered Wi-Fi 7 for J:COM Customers

Plume’s platform directs devices to the best available access point and band, manages mesh networking, reduces interference, and supports application-aware performance. These capabilities help provide better coverage, more stable speeds, and improved reliability throughout the home.

J:COM customers manage their service through the J:COM branded Plume Home app, which provides advanced controls for Wi-Fi, security, parental controls, and connected devices.

Additional information about Plume is available at plume.com.
Additional information about J:COM is available on J:COM’s official website.

About J:COM Co., Ltd.

Established in 1995, JCOM Co., Ltd. (J:COM) is Japan’s largest multiple system and multiple channel operator. In system operation, J:COM provides cable television, high speed internet access, telephony, mobile, electric power service, and services based on IoT devices to customers through 11 consolidated subsidiaries at the local level serving 5.77 million subscribing households in Sapporo, Sendai, Kanto, Kansai, and Kyushu-Yamaguchi regions. The number of serviceable households or “homes passed” in J:COM franchise areas is 22.55 million. In channel operation, J:COM invests in and operates 14 thematic channels which are provided to CATV, satellite and telecom operators.

About Plume

Plume created the first managed Wi-Fi platform for Internet Service Providers (ISPs) in 2016 and continues to lead today with a best-in-class solution for cloud-managed Wi-Fi, security, and experience. With almost half a billion devices connected to its platform, Plume is a trusted technology partner for more than 400 ISPs around the world, helping them deliver better Wi-Fi experiences and services for subscribers while streamlining their own operations and support systems. Plume leverages OpenSync^®, an open-source framework that comes pre-integrated and supported on the leading silicon, CPE, and platform SDKs, and supports leading industry standards like RDK-B and prplWave. This approach allows Plume to offer turnkey and modular solutions, giving ISPs ultimate flexibility, while enabling simpler and faster deployments. Plume provides ISPs an intelligence and innovation edge to stay competitive and adapt to the changing needs of subscribers and the market. Discover more about how Plume is empowering ISPs by visiting https://www.plume.com.

Pan-European UCaaS leader recognised with multiple Platinum, Gold and Silver honours across innovation, customer service and technology categories

BRUSSELS, Dec. 17, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Dstny has won more than 10 prestigious international awards in 2025, establishing itself as one of the most recognised unified communications providers in Europe.

Christian Hed Dstny Awards

The awards span innovation, technology, and customer excellence categories from programmes including the TITAN Business Awards, Stevie Awards, UC Awards, and Globee Awards.

Dstny received Platinum recognition at the TITAN Business Awards for Best Telecommunication Solution and the TITAN Innovation Awards for B2B Services. Gold awards included Best UCaaS Provider EMEA at the UC Awards, Company of the Year – Telecommunications at the Stevie International Business Awards, and Cloud-Based Telecom Solutions Disruptor at the Globee Awards.

“Winning more than 10 awards in a single year is extraordinary recognition of what our teams across Europe have built,” said Christian Hed, Head of Brand & Communications at Dstny. “Each award reflects our commitment to making business communications simpler and more effective. We’re proud to be leading the way in cloud communications innovation.”

The recognition highlights Dstny’s strength in Microsoft Teams integration, cloud telephony, and unified communications solutions serving businesses across multiple European markets.

About Dstny

Dstny makes hybrid work actually work by simplifying business communications across all boundaries — devices, locations, teams, and applications. Our solutions combine mobile-first architecture with patented technology to seamlessly integrate voice, video, and messaging into business-critical tools.

Through our AI-enabled platform and world-leading Microsoft Teams integration, we empower over 4 million users across 80+ markets to connect effortlessly with colleagues and customers, no matter where they work.

Headquartered in Brussels, Dstny has over 1,000 employees in 7 European countries.

Learn more at www.dstny.com.

Media Contact: Christian Hed, Head of Brand & Communications
Email: Christian.hed@dstny.com
Tel: +46707187603

Taiwan’s global impact in quantum technology shines in IYQ 2025

TAIPEI, Dec. 17, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — In recognition of his long-standing contributions to advancing quantum research, education, and industry collaboration, Hon Hai Technology Group (“Foxconn”) (TWSE:2317) Board Director Ching-Ray Chang has been selected as an honoree in the global Quantum 100, the flagship initiative in IYQ 2025, the United Nations-designated International Year of Quantum Science and Technology.

Professor Chang, who is also Distinguished Chair Professor at Taiwan’s Chung Yuan Christian University and Quantum Technology Advisory Committee Member of the Hon Hai Research Institute, has provided strategic guidance on Foxconn’s quantum technology roadmap and research direction in recent years. His contributions are supporting the Group’s efforts to align its quantum R&D capabilities with the global ecosystem, and its manufacturing capabilities for ion-trap quantum computers.

Marking the 100th anniversary of the birth of quantum mechanics, the United Nations General Assembly designated 2025 as the International Year of Quantum Science and Technology (IYQ 2025), with the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) launching the Quantum 100, a flagship initiative to celebrate the diverse people behind quantum science and technology.

Professor Chang has played a central role in building Taiwan’s quantum research and education infrastructure. Authoring more than 280 academic papers and holding over 28 patents, he actively engages in popular science writing and public outreach, making complex quantum concepts accessible and fostering greater societal understanding of quantum technology.

Professor Chang previously served as Executive Vice President and Acting President of National Taiwan University (NTU), where he founded the NTU–IBM Quantum Hub, now recognized as one of the most active academic quantum centers in Asia, and put quantum computing into NTU’s formal curriculum. He established a quantum information center at Chung Yuan Christian University (CYCU), led national-level quantum training programs, and pioneered the introduction of quantum education at both high school and university levels, systematically cultivating Taiwan’s next generation of quantum talent.

Professor Chang is Founding President of the Taiwan Association of Quantum Computing and Information Technology (TAQCIT), where he helped shape Taiwan’s national quantum technology development roadmap and strengthened coordination across academia, industry, and government, including the Quantum Taiwan Forum, a key platform connecting Taiwan’s semiconductor strengths with the global quantum technology ecosystem.

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DUBAI, UAE, Dec. 17, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Bybit, the world’s second-largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume, is pleased to unveil an exclusive rewards program for its VIP traders, offering a total prize pool of 500,000 USDT giving away MNT (Mantle), USDT airdrops, and premium TradingView subscriptions.

Celebrating some of the most consistent crypto traders, Bybit recognizes the dedication and trading discipline of its VIPs as the crypto community faces shifting market sentiment and conditions. From now until December 28, the exclusive event offers a chance for all Bybit VIPs to win from the half a million USDT prize pool.

The tiered structure ensures every single Bybit VIP can take part:

1. Instant Rewards: All VIP members receive one complimentary spin upon registration; no trading required
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• 200,000 USDT in airdrops, with individual prizes up to 10,000 USDT per VIP
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• Three-month TradingView premium subscriptions (Ultimate, Premium, or Plus tiers) valued up to $719.85

TradingView subscriptions deliver professional-grade charting tools, real-time alerts, and comprehensive market insights that empower traders to navigate any market condition with confidence. As a trusted solution used by traders worldwide, TradingView makes an invaluable resource for Bybit users looking to elevate their digital asset trading strategies.

Registration is required. New users who achieve VIP status during the event period also qualify for the instant spin reward.  Terms and conditions apply. For details on qualification rules and eligibility, users may visit: VIP exclusive: A reward for your resilience – 500,000 USDT in MNT, USDT & TradingView gifts!

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About Bybit

Bybit is the world’s second-largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume, serving a global community of over 70 million users. Founded in 2018, Bybit is redefining openness in the decentralized world by creating a simpler, open and equal ecosystem for everyone. With a strong focus on Web3, Bybit partners strategically with leading blockchain protocols to provide robust infrastructure and drive on-chain innovation. Renowned for its secure custody, diverse marketplaces, intuitive user experience, and advanced blockchain tools, Bybit bridges the gap between TradFi and DeFi, empowering builders, creators, and enthusiasts to unlock the full potential of Web3. Discover the future of decentralized finance at Bybit.com.

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Global leader in Invoice Lifecycle Management combines with Australia’s leading provider of accounts payable automation to bring next generation, AI-powered solutions to fast-growing middle market

SYDNEY, Dec. 17, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Basware, a global leader in Invoice Lifecycle Management, today announced that it has acquired Redmap, a leading Australian provider of Accounts Payable (AP) automation software. Together, Basware and Redmap will deliver a portfolio of AI-driven solutions to middle market and enterprise companies, empowering them to manage the entire invoice lifecycle.

Redmap is now part of Basware

“Today’s finance environments are more complex than ever, and every organization – not just the largest companies – needs solutions to streamline and simplify financial processes,” said Jason Kurtz, CEO Basware. “Redmap understands this, and their team has built a great product tailored for middle market companies and ERP platforms. Together, we can bring innovation, capabilities and resources often reserved for large enterprises, to transform finance organizations and accounts payable operations for these customers and drive long-term efficiency and growth.”

Tapping a Fast-Growing Market

The opportunity is significant. Australia and the broader APAC region are primed for rapid adoption of invoice management solutions. As governments push e-invoicing standards and companies adapt to ever-changing regulatory standards, such as Australia’s new Aged Care Act, organisations across the region are seeking smarter, faster and more compliant ways to manage growing invoice volumes.

Grand View Research values the 2025 market for AP automation solutions in the APAC region at $770 million and expects it to double to $1.4 billion by 2030. With the acquisition of Redmap, Basware is strongly positioned to capitalise on this opportunity.

Redmap’s solutions help hundreds of organisations across multiple industries, including retail, mining, and aged care, achieve faster invoice processing, improved accuracy, and greater financial visibility. This has helped them become a trusted partner for their customers, such as Evolution Mining, Lowes Menswear and Officemax, and ERP partners, such as Melbourne based Pronto Software.

Basware’s Invoice Lifecycle Management Platform™ is the industry’s leading AI-driven unified invoice automation platform. Built on decades of AP innovation, the platform combines AI-driven automation with the world’s largest AP dataset, built-in compliance and an open invoice network to give finance teams complete control over the entire invoice process and the visibility they need to make smarter, faster decisions. And leading brands such as DHL, Heineken and Sony use the platform to manage over 230 million invoice transactions per year.

Democratising AP Automation

 “With the acquisition of Redmap, companies of all sizes can access world-class invoice automation solutions tailored to their specific needs and ERP systems,” Kurtz said. “Whether a business is running SAP or Pronto Xi, Basware is committed to being a customer first, partner-enabled provider that delivers purpose-built solutions to transform their AP operations and lead them to the future of intelligent finance.” 

Pronto Software Managing Director Chad Gates applauds the move. “The combination of Basware’s global invoice-automation capabilities and partner commitment, along with Redmap’s local and domain expertise creates a powerful value proposition for Australian businesses,” he said. “Together, they deliver the kind of seamless, intelligent workflow automation that aligns perfectly with the direction we see the market and our customers heading.”

Redmap CEO Ben Woolley agrees. “I’m proud of what we’ve built at Redmap,” he said. “Our partnerships have been the foundation of our success, and this acquisition will allow us to scale and bring our proven ERP integration model to more companies worldwide.”

Driving the Future of Finance

The acquisition will also allow Redmap to accelerate and expand development of its AP automation platform, leveraging Basware’s advanced AI innovations to deliver the future of intelligent finance for its customers.

“Basware’s long-standing legacy in invoice lifecycle management and commitment to ongoing innovation connects us to the reach, resources, and proven practices to accelerate what we do best, while opening new paths for our people to grow, lead, and build the future of automation,” Woolley added. The acquisition follows Basware’s acquisition of Glantus in 2023 and AP Matching in 2024.

About Basware

Basware is how finance leaders in global enterprises can finally automate their complex, labor-intensive invoice processes and stay compliant with regulatory change. Our AP automation and invoicing platform helps you achieve a new level of efficiency – in a matter of months – while reducing errors and risks. We bring a unique combination of true automation, complete coverage, and deeper expertise to make it all just happen for our customers. That’s why the world’s most efficient AP departments at thousands of companies rely on Basware to handle over 220 million invoices per year. Basware. Now it all just happens. ™ 

About Redmap

Redmap is Australia’s leading provider of Accounts Payable (AP) automation software for middle market ERPs, delivering seamless and intelligent automation solutions. With deep expertise in document automation, intelligent data capture, and workflow optimisation, Redmap empowers businesses to streamline their AP processes, reduce manual intervention, and enhance operational efficiency.