SYDNEY, Dec. 15, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Avnet and AMD have wrapped up the inaugural ‘AMD on Wheels’ national roadshow, bringing cutting-edge AI and high-performance computing solutions to innovation hubs across Australia. The initiative reaffirmed the partners as definitive industry leaders by demonstrating the critical intersection of AI, sustainability, and commercial acceleration.

Demonstrating a commitment to the environment that parallels their focus on energy-efficient computing, the roadshow team travelled over 4000 KM through Sydney, Canberra, Melbourne and Adelaide with pure Electric Vehicles, the ZEEKR 7X and ZEEKR 009.

The roadshow shifted focus from individual components to complete, deployable AI and high-performance computing solutions. By showcasing this end-to-end capability, Avnet and AMD reinforced their commitment to providing secure, adaptable, and energy-efficient infrastructure—capabilities that are critical to enabling Australia to capture the broader AI opportunity that analysts estimate could, in an ambitious scenario, add up to around AU$142 billion a year to Australia’s GDP by 2030. (Source: Australia’s AI Opportunity report, 2025)

“Avnet and AMD are strategically invested in advancing Australia’s capability in Responsible AI and next-generation computing,” said Tan Aik Hoon, Avnet’s Regional President for South Asia, Korea and Avnet United. “This roadshow proved why Avnet is the trusted partner for turning bold ideas into real-world success. Beyond distribution, Avnet helps innovators transform advanced AMD hardware into scalable, sustainable solutions that strengthen Australia’s competitive edge.”

The tour highlighted that Australia’s next leap in innovation requires strong cross-sector collaboration. The ‘Industry Collaboration for AI at Scale’ panel, featuring leading industry experts and key figures from academia, addressed the critical challenge of scaling projects from pilot phase to full deployment. The ecosystem’s resilience and capability were demonstrated by local success stories spanning defense, quantum, and space technology:

• Advanced Navigation – Delivering Space-Ready Precision Systems
  Advanced Navigation leveraged the “Avnet to the Moon” initiative to support its Laser Measurement Unit for Navigational Aid (LUNA), successfully delivering mission-critical components for operation in space and extreme environments. Through technology and supply support from Avnet and AMD, LUNA shows how local innovation can achieve space-grade reliability and strengthen Australia’s position in the global space supply chain.
• Quantum Brilliance – Scaling Quantum from Lab to Market
  Quantum Brilliance advanced toward commercial deployment by transitioning to the AVNET+ AMD based ADRS1000 SOM. Despite global shortages, Avnet secured timely delivery, enabling QB to move from prototypes to production. The collaboration highlights how reliable supply chains can accelerate quantum commercialization and maintain Australia’s competitive edge in frontier technologies.
• Liquid Instruments – Bringing Agentic AI to Test & Measurement
  Liquid Instruments is advancing test and measurement with Generative Instrumentation and agentic AI on its Moku platform, powered by AMD FPGAs. Launching with Moku:Delta in 2026, these natural-language-driven tools let engineers create and configure instruments in minutes. With support from Avnet and AMD, Moku is enabling faster, smarter experimentation across Australia’s research and manufacturing sectors.
• Silentium Defence – Advancing Passive Radar for Defence, Space Surveillance and Critical Infrastructure
  Silentium Defence SWaP-optimized passive radar systems, built on AMD technology, demonstrate how long-term collaboration accelerates defence-grade sensing. With Avnet’s global supply chain and engineering support, Silentium Defence has moved from early prototypes to production-ready platforms, giving global customers stronger capability in next-generation radar technology.

“The next wave of AI innovation in Australia must be built on a foundation of Responsibility and Efficiency,” said Steven Fong, Corporate Vice President, Asia Pacific & Japan Embedded Sales at AMD. “We are committed to delivering the energy-efficient computing power that fuels this responsible acceleration, helping partners secure their competitive edge while aligning with national sustainability goals.”

Avnet and AMD see the roadshow not as an endpoint, but as a blueprint for the future of Australian technology. By strengthening the pipeline between world-class research and commercial deployment, the partners are actively creating the foundational infrastructure—from the most advanced processors to the most secure supply chain—that will guarantee Australia’s resilience and long-term technological leadership in the global AI landscape. 

About Avnet

As a leading global technology distributor and solutions provider, Avnet has served customers’ evolving needs for more than a century. Through regional and specialised businesses around the world, we support customers and suppliers at every stage of the product lifecycle.  We help companies adapt to change and accelerate the design and supply stages of product development. With a unique viewpoint from the center of the technology value chain, Avnet is a trusted partner that solves complex design and supply chain issues so customers can realise revenue faster.  Learn more about Avnet at www.avnet.com.

Avnet and AMD are registered trademarks of Avnet, Inc. and Advanced Micro Devices, Inc. Other names and brands may be claimed as the property of others.

CONTACT: 

Seraphina Wee
Corporate Communications and PR lead
Avnet Asia Pte Ltd
Seraphina.Wee@AVNET.COM 

Global fans to experience the Games of the Future like never before as MOBA PC.Dota 2 competition kickoffs in Abu Dhabi

DUBAI, UAE, Dec. 13, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Phygital International, the global promoter of phygital sports, today announces the official launch of the GOTF OTT Platform, the dedicated streaming destination for the Games of the Future 2025 Abu Dhabi powered by ADNOC (GOTF 2025). The platform goes live as this year’s competition begins, with its first broadcast featuring the opening rounds of the MOBA PC.Dota 2 discipline on 14 December from Pixoul Gaming in Abu Dhabi.

Phygital athletes competing against each other on the digital side of phygital

Accessible at https://tv.gofuture.games, the new streaming hub serves as the central digital home for live broadcasts, full-event replays, highlights, and exclusive behind-the-scenes content spanning all GOTF 2025 disciplines.

Designed for global accessibility and year-round engagement, the platform enables fans everywhere to watch every match live, revisit full replays at any time, and enjoy curated short-form content optimized for social and mobile viewing.

Powered end-to-end by technology partner Asport, the GOTF OTT Platform integrates advanced cloud-based broadcasting, seamless navigation, and real-time highlight creation tools to elevate the fan experience. These capabilities support richer storytelling across all channels and establish tv.gofuture.games as the long-term digital home of phygital sport.

Moba PC.Dota 2 competition to launch platform

The launch coincides with preparations for a spectacular start to the Games, as the MOBA PC.Dota 2 competition brings together iconic players, celebrated legends, and rising regional stars for what promises to be one of the most competitive line-ups in the event’s history. All matches from the discipline will stream live on https://tv.gofuture.games.

Teams set to compete include E7, Paper Tigers, Legends Rebooted, Vikings, Team Phoenix, Nigma Galaxy, Win and TraBoTeam each bringing a distinctive mix of elite pro players and influential gaming personalities. One of the leading competitors will be Xu “BurNIng” Zhilei, who will be playing in team Paper Tigers and who iswidely regarded as one of the greatest carry players in Dota 2 history.

With such a stacked international field, fans can expect clashing playstyles, unpredictable upsets, and fresh rivalries, setting the stage for one of the headline showpieces of GOTF 2025.

Following the opening Group Stage, the competition advances into a full double-elimination playoff bracket, culminating in high-stakes best-of-three clashes on 18–19 December at ADNEC, where teams will fight for a place in the final and a shot at international glory.

Commenting on the launch of the platform, Nis Hatt, CEO of Phygital International, said: “The GOTF OTT Platform marks a major milestone in our mission to bring phygital sport to a global audience. This world-class digital destination showcases the energy, innovation, and inclusivity at the heart of the Games of the Future. As Dota 2 opens the competition tomorrow, we’re excited to offer millions of fans a new way to experience every moment of this year’s Games live.”

Growing network of global broadcast partners 

In addition to the GOTF OTT Platform, fans can follow the Games of the Future Abu Dhabi 2025 powered by ADNOC across a growing network of international media rights and broadcast partners, ensuring fans around the world can catch all the action.

In the United States, coverage will be available via ESR TV, the leading gaming and esports network reaching mainstream audiences through platforms such as Apple TV, Sling, and Amazon Prime Video Channels. Across Latin America, FOX Sports Mexico and Zapping will deliver both English and Spanish-language broadcasts across the region.

On mobile-first platforms, Bigo Live will act as an interactive real-time streaming hub, offering live competition windows, creator-led co-streams, and fan-generated reactions. With strong Gen-Z and global creator adoption, Bigo Live brings the Games directly into participatory viewing culture. Complementing this, Likee will amplify the emotion and energy of GOTF 2025 through short-form video storytelling, transforming standout moments into shareable narratives.

These partners build on an already confirmed broadcast footprint that includes Sportworld and BIGG TV across EMEA, Huya and SOOP in Asia, and StarTimes and TV BRICS across Africa.

“With these major additions to our broadcast network, we take great pride in ensuring the Games of the Future Abu Dhabi 2025 powered by ADNOC are accessible to audiences worldwide. We are delivering a multi-regional, multi-generational platform that matches the scale and innovation of phygital sport,” added Hatt.

Tickets for the Games of the Future Abu Dhabi 2025 powered by ADNOC are now on sale at www.gotfabudhabi.com. Fans can also follow all the latest updates and behind-the-scenes content on Instagram at @gamesofthefutureofficial and @gotfabudhabi.

About Phygital International (PI): 
Phygital International is the promoter of phygital sports globally and is focused on innovating and redefining sports. It is the custodian and rights holder of the Games of the Future and oversees the bidding process for each host city.

For further information please visit: https://Phygitalinternational.com   

About the Games of the Future (GOTF): 
The Games of the Future is an annual international event that fuses the worlds of physical and digital and is the pinnacle of phygital sport. The tournament brings together the next generation of phygital sporting heroes from all over the world to compete in a diverse range of phygital disciplines and challenges. The Games of the Future 2025 will be held in Abu Dhabi, UAE while the Games of the Future 2026, will be held in Astana, Kazakhstan.

For more information please visit: https://gofuture.games/ 

Contact: press@phygitalinternational.com 

Phygital athletes competing against each other on the digital side of phygital

The Initiative Aims to Address the Pain Points of Family Filmmaking 

BEIJING, Dec. 13, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — On December 6th, the 3rd FamilyLens International Film Festival opened in Beijing. SmallRig, a global specialized provider of imaging solutions, collaborating with FamilyLens, is empowering family filmmaking through various initiatives, including the Family Filmmaking Co-Creation Initiative, a dedicated family filmmaking kit, and a social impact screening program.

Deepening the “Co-Creation Initiatives”

The Co-Creation Initiatives are a series of global creative initiatives open to filmmakers and image creators worldwide. Through deep collaboration across multiple dimensions — including product co-creation, discovery and promotion, and content co-creation — SmallRig aims to expand the boundaries of mobile filmmaking and bring the spirit of Free Your Dream to life with creators everywhere.

Following the launch of the Mobile Filmmaking Co-Creation Initiative at the 14th International Smartphone Film Festival, SmallRig announced the launch of the Family Filmmaking Co-Creation Initiative on December 6th at the 3rd FamilyLens International Film Festival. The initiative invites global creators and every family to participate, focusing on three core directions: product co-creation, work promotion, and content co-creation, to explore the possibilities of family filmmaking for everyone.

Mr. Zhou Yang, Founder and CEO of SmallRig, shared the inspiration for the initiative: “The initiative is rooted in the immense universality and profound emotional depth inherent in family narratives, which serve as a common emotional bond connecting global audiences. We firmly believe that in this era, where everyone can be a content creator, every family can and should film their own story. The instinct to create is deeply embedded in the human spirit, and every home is the origin of countless narratives.”

Gu Xue, Founder and Director of the FamilyLens International Film Festival, stated: “We hope that people and practitioners around the world who care about family movies can find suitable solutions and gain insights from the Co-Creation Initiatives. We look forward to more and more people exploring the field of ‘Home’ together through this initiative.”

To address the pain points of family filmmaking, SmallRig officially released the SmallRig Family Filmmaking Kit at the opening ceremony. The kit includes a high-quality microphone, fill light, and a portable tripod, specifically designed to achieve “professional function democratization” and “complex feature simplification.” During the FamilyLens Workshop, attendees experienced the convenience of the equipment firsthand. Many expressed that the kit truly solves many problems, enabling ordinary families to complete necessary filming without specialized photography knowledge.

Social Impact Screening Program

The 3rd FamilyLens International Film Festival is open to the public from December 6th to 14th. The festival opened with the screening of well-received documentary: K-Family Affairs. In addition to the competition section, the festival features several distinctive sections, including the Reframing Home Movies— An Italian Retrospective, Youth Film Program,  Filmmaker in Focus, and the Social Impact Program. Four major awards, such as the Real-Life Portrait Award and the Artistic Exploration Award, will also be presented.

As a key component of the Co-Creation Initiatives, the SmallRig Image Development Fund partnered with the FamilyLens International Film Festival to curate the “Social Impact Screening Program.” This unit focuses on elevating awareness of critical issues within the family unit, advocating for a new reflection: “Starting with Seeing, Concluding with Understanding.”

Arum Nam, Director of K-Family Affairs, stated:

“Starting with the stories of your family, your friends, and yourself, I believe this personal narrative can connect directly to the bigger society.”

SmallRig believes that truly meaningful social impact storytelling stems from awareness in proximity—achieved by using the lens to penetrate the daily surface and enabling a deep, empathetic “Seeing with Empathy.”

The four featured works in this unit are:

• People of the Ascent
• Granny’s Lost and Found
• Ruixi at Fourteen
• No Country For My Maternal Grandma

These films highlight four family issues that require “seeing”: the yearning of left-behind children, the mental isolation of Alzheimer’s patients, the elderly searching for subjectivity in their drifting lives, and the emotional volatility and struggle of Bipolar Disorder.

Strategic Outlook and Future Expansion

SmallRig will continue to support the Family Filmmaking Co-Creation Initiative’s deep development through promotional campaigns and practical workshops focused on family movie scenarios.

The overall goal of SmallRig’s Global Co-creation Initiative is to continuously explore and meet the growing, diverse needs of global creators across different vertical domains. SmallRig is committed to persistently expanding the co-creation model into more imaging sectors, collaborating with industry partners to push the boundaries of imaging and grant global creators broader creative freedom.

About SmallRig

Founded in 2013, SmallRig is an innovation-driven global company that designs and manufactures comprehensive support solutions and accessories for all content creation needs. Trusted by over four million creators globally, SmallRig pioneered the User Co-creation Design (UCD) philosophy and the DreamRig Program.

For more information, visit: www.smallrig.com.