HONG KONG, Sept. 13, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — The Technological and Higher Education Institute of Hong Kong (THEi) has been invited by the HKSAR Government to create a team badge symbolising the significance of the “Hong Kong’s First Five-Year Plan.” For the second consecutive year, THEi has designed the ties and scarves collection for the Chief Executive, Mr John LEE Ka-chiu, and his team to wear during the delivery of the “2026 Policy Address.”

A team of teachers and students from the Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Fashion Design programme at THEi has created a team badge for the “Hong Kong’s First Five-Year Plan,” featuring a blue theme integrated with the Chinese characters “一” (One) and “五” (Five). Two overlapping squares symbolise Hong Kong’s ability to bring together diverse talent and resources to deepen high-quality development—leveraging its unique advantages of strong support from the Motherland and close global connectivity—shining brightly on the international stage as it enters a new five-year chapter of prosperity.

To mark the simultaneous publication of the “2026 Policy Address,” THEi has extended the design essence of the team badge to craft the collection of ties and scarves, named “Convergence Radiance” (萬薈凝光) and “Voyage of Talents” (啟航薈萃) respectively. The collection retains fresh green hue, symbolising vitality and prosperity, while embodying talent, innovation, technology, and global connectivity. With the Northern Metropolis as its core theme, the collection symbolises a new milestone for international innovation and technology. The vibrant hub unites diverse talents like interlocking precision gears, where the convergence of technology, finance, and culture unleashes a powerful synergistic effect. This synergy serves as an incessant engine, driving sustainable prosperity and propelling the inspiration to move forward. 

Professor Alan LAU Kin-tak, President of THEi, said: “Being invited to take part in this iconic official design task for two consecutive years not only highly recognises THEi’s academic strength, but also helps bring new talent to the fashion industry. Through collaboration among the Government, industry, academia and research, students can transform their design concepts into tangible creations, injecting innovation and technologies into the market, and providing long-term momentum for Hong Kong’s fashion industry.”

Professor LAU emphasised: “Guided by our mission to promote university of applied sciences, we closely align with practical experience and adaptability. We are committed to cultivating talent with immediate work-ready capabilities, ensuring our graduates can stand firm in the ever-changing fashion landscape.”

Ms Jenny CHEUNG Ling, Assistant Professor of the Department of Design and Architecture at THEi, added: “This year’s creation builds on the success of last year and draws on strong support from the industry, turning two key visions behind the Northern Metropolis’ forward-looking education plans—and its drive to attract global elite talent—into a piece of superior craftsmanship. It not only highlights THEi’s remarkable practice-oriented education achievements, but also strongly attests to the professional skills of its students in delivering high-quality, challenging, top-level projects.”

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About the Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Fashion Design

The programme aims to develop students’ international perspectives and market awareness, enhancing their hands-on capabilities in product design, innovation research and development, and fashion management. In response to the latest industry trends, the curriculum offers specialised tracks in both fashion design and fashion management, including courses such as fashion accessories design, knitwear design, specialised fashion design, fashion retail, and fashion communication. This broadens students’ employment opportunities and helps them stand out in the fast-growing global and Chinese Mainland fashion markets.

About Technological and Higher Education Institute of Hong Kong (THEi) 

Founded in 2012, the Technological and Higher Education Institute of Hong Kong (THEi) is a member institute of the Vocational Training Council (VTC). THEi offers over 20 professional “Applied Science-Oriented” undergraduate and postgraduate degree programmes across seven academic areas: Product and Fashion Designs, Sports and International Events Management, Digital Construction and Building Services, Horticulture, Arboriculture and Landscape Management, Chinese Medicine and Food Science, Hotel Management and Culinary Arts and Technology, and Digital Technology and Innovative Business. The programmes integrate theoretical knowledge with practical applications, and cover industries with growth potential in Hong Kong and the Asia-Pacific region, ensuring that students can apply what they learn effectively.

THEi’s undergraduate and postgraduate degree programmes are accredited by the Hong Kong Council for Accreditation of Academic and Vocational Qualifications. The curriculum emphasises the practical application of applied science, aligning with the latest developments in business and industry. The undergraduate degree programmes offer 100% work-integrated learning training to support students in building their career paths at an earlier stage.

THEi Chai Wan Campus was awarded the “Leadership in Sustainable Design and Performance Award – Institutional” of the Asia Pacific Leadership in Green Building Awards presented by the World Green Building Council (WorldGBC) in 2020.

Contact:

Ms Tiffany Lee 利善雯 女士
Tel: (852) 3890 8083
Email: tiffanylee@thei.edu.hk / media@thei.edu.hk

Ms Janice Lam 林綺淇 女士
Tel: (852) 3890 8227 / (852) 9718 0817
Email: janicelam@thei.edu.hk / media@thei.edu.hk

• Hyundai Motor Group hosts “HMG Autonomous Driving Media Day”, outlining its roadmap for the next era of autonomous driving; first showcase of Level 2++ technology
• Dual-Track strategy accelerates Level 2+ production through NVIDIA collaboration while internalizing key autonomous driving technologies through proprietary Atria AI
  …NVIDIA solutions-based Level 2+ production targeted for the H1 2028 and Level 2++ in H2 2028, followed by Atria AI-powered Level 2++ vehicles in H2 2029
  …Progressive sensor standardization across Hyundai Motor, Kia, 42dot and Motional brings together autonomous driving capabilities across the Group
• Data Flywheel strategy establishes a virtuous cycle of data collection, training, validation and deployment to continuously advance AI capabilities
  …Expands the Group’s data ecosystem by leveraging its annual sales of 7 million vehicles and Data Union framework, while implementing a data-centric development framework based on hard example mining, continuous training and SER
  …Real-world Level 4 pilot to launch in Gwangju by year-end in partnership with Korea’s Ministry of Land, Infrastructure and Transport to secure large-scale validation data
• 42dot shares Vision-Language-Action (VLA)-based autonomous driving technology that integrates visual information and language-based reasoning to guide driving decisions
  …VLA research focuses on addressing edge cases, while parallel development of end-to-end (E2E) autonomy and VLA models enhances technical stability and scalability
  …VLA model validation currently underway, with on-road testing and the full development process scheduled to run through early next year
• New Atria AI urban driving videos — an executive ride-along, one-take footage, and edge-case handling — are live on the Group’s YouTube channel

SEOUL, South Korea, Sept. 13, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Hyundai Motor Group (the Group) announced that it has put its Data Flywheel into full operation, marking a new phase in its autonomous driving technology strategy. The system creates a virtuous cycle of data collection, AI training, validation and deployment to secure a competitive advantage through accelerated learning and technology development.

During the Group’s “HMG Autonomous Driving Media Day” at 42dot headquarters in Gyeonggi Province, Korea, the Group presented its autonomous driving development strategy, technology roadmap, key achievements and implementation plans. The presentation underscored the Group’s strategic positioning in the global autonomous driving technology competition and detailed how integrated data and AI systems form the foundation for next-generation vehicle technology.

At the event, the Group identified the Data Flywheel as a key element of its autonomous driving competitiveness and shared the operational framework and execution strategy that transforms large-scale real-world driving data into continuous technology improvements.

42dot also introduced key technologies and the development progress for the Group’s proprietary autonomous driving artificial intelligence, Atria AI, while outlining the background and future plans for its Vision-Language-Action (VLA) technology development initiative.

In line with the event, the Group unveiled footage of an Atria AI-equipped SDV Testbed navigating complex urban traffic without driver intervention. Operating at a Level 2++ capability, the autonomous driving system showcased in the footage illustrates how the Data Flywheel is enabling a continuous cycle of learning, validation and performance improvement. The footage is available on the Group’s official YouTube channel.

“Autonomous driving competition is no longer about comparing specific features. Competitiveness is determined by how much data you secure, how quickly you learn and how effectively you can reflect those results in actual products and services. At its core, autonomous driving competitiveness comes down to having systems that enable continuous, rapid learning. Hyundai Motor Group will develop autonomous driving technology that customers can trust, based on a virtuous cycle of data, AI and validation. Our goal is to ensure the safety and quality levels customers can trust while we learn and improve rapidly.” – Minwoo Park, President and Head of Advanced Vehicle Platform (AVP) Division at Hyundai Motor Group and CEO of 42dot

About Hyundai Motor Group

More information about Hyundai Motor Group can be found at: http://www.hyundaimotorgroup.com or Newsroom: Media Hub by Hyundai, Kia Global Newsroom, Genesis Newsroom

TAIPEI, Sept. 12, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Cake, a Taiwan-founded regional talent platform in Asia, hosted the Cake 2026 Career Festival on September 12 at Taipei World Trade Center, bringing together more than 150 leading international employers and technology companies and nearly 6,000 job opportunities. The event attracted over 20,000 job seekers for on-site recruitment and networking.

Nearly 70% of registered attendees had more than three years of work experience, while software and hardware engineering professionals together accounted for 42% of registrants, underscoring the event’s strong appeal among experienced technology talent.

Held under the theme “Re-skill in AI,” this year’s Career Festival also introduced Cake’s first AI Career Fair Guide, alongside a broader suite of AI-powered career services designed to connect online career exploration and preparation with in-person employer engagement.

AI Hiring Expands Across Industries as Cross-Border Careers Gain Momentum

One of the clearest hiring trends at this year’s event was the expansion of AI-related hiring across a wider range of industries and applications. Participating employers collectively offered more than 100 AI-related openings.

Viewed through NVIDIA founder and CEO Jensen Huang’s “AI Five-Layer Cake” framework, nearly 20 participating companies represented key parts of the AI ecosystem, spanning power and energy, chips and hardware, AI infrastructure, and applications. These included Schneider Electric, Nanya Technology, Vertiv, and Health2Sync.

The range of career opportunities is also expanding into emerging industries and overseas markets. The Taiwan Space Agency joined the event alongside the Industrial Development Administration’s aerospace supply chain and communications talent initiative. Japanese payments company PayPay Corporation recruited in Taiwan for the first time.

Employers Compete for Talent Through Higher Pay and Long-Term Development

As competition for talent intensifies, employers are differentiating their strategies across compensation, development programs, and early-career hiring.

More than 100 opportunities at the event offered starting annual compensation above NT$1 million. Singapore-based Titansoft offered senior software engineering roles paying up to NT$4 million per year.

Meanwhile, Delta Electronics subsidiary Cyntec introduced its Global Manufacturing High-Potential Talent Program, with annual salaries starting at NT$1.2 million for roles across manufacturing, equipment, engineering, technical functions, and quality assurance.

At the early-career level, Taiwan Mobile opened more than 20 internship roles spanning AI training data validation, cybersecurity, sustainability, and video marketing.

Together, these initiatives reflect a shift from filling individual vacancies toward building longer-term talent pipelines across different stages of a professional’s career.

Cake Founder and CEO Trantor Liu said: “For companies, talent competition is no longer just about finding people who already have AI skills. It is also about how to develop talent over the long term, across different stages of their careers. For professionals, true Re-skill in AI is not a one-time skills upgrade, but a continuous evolution throughout their careers.”

Cake Connects AI-Powered Career Services Into One Job Search Journey

Cake has integrated AI across multiple stages of the job search journey. Its new AI Career Fair Guide recommends relevant employers, job openings, and booths based on a candidate’s experience level, target industries, and job preferences.

The service connects with Cake AI, which provides AI-powered career strategy, job analysis, and resume review to help users clarify their career direction, better understand opportunities, and strengthen their applications. On-site services also included AI-generated professional headshots.

By connecting online exploration, job-search preparation, and in-person employer engagement, Cake is turning Re-skill in AI into a continuous career process rather than a one-time skills upgrade.

About Cake

Founded in Taiwan in 2016, Cake is a regional talent platform in Asia providing end-to-end solutions across job search, recruitment, and talent connection. Cake serves more than 10 million users worldwide and works with over 10,000 employer clients, including Google, ASML, TSMC, UNIQLO, L’Oréal, and DBS.

In the first half of 2024, Cake established operations in Indonesia and Vietnam and has since partnered with more than 100 local companies. Guided by its mission to help talent meet possibilities, Cake continues to use AI to strengthen cross-border talent connections and build a more connected talent ecosystem across Asia-Pacific.

The New Urban Stage for Inspired Living

SHENZHEN, China, Sept. 11, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — MGM Shenzhen Prince Bay debuts on 10 September as a waterfront destination in Shekou, Nanshan. Poised at the maritime gateway of the Guangdong–Hong Kong–Macao Greater Bay Area (GBA) and connected via the Shekou Cruise Home Port, the hotel establishes a 60-minute connectivity circle that seamlessly links the GBA’s major cities, while providing efficient access to global resources and the region’s stunning bay scenery. The hotel is embedded within a vibrant cultural precinct featuring K11 ECOAST and Sea World Culture and Arts Center, offering an integrated destination that combines art spaces, world-class gastronomy, and immersive experiences—all curated for discerning urban travellers in pursuit of refined coastal living. This milestone opening further solidifies MGM Hospitality Group (Asia Pacific)’s strategic presence across the Greater Bay Area.

Pansy Ho, Chairperson and Executive Director of MGM China Holdings Limited remarked: “This hotel has never been merely a place to stay—it is a stage where MGM’s century-old hospitality meets the dynamic spirit of Prince Bay, creating a unique urban harbor living experience for our guests.”

Design

Conceived by GP Architects and LTW Designworks, the property embodies a “waterfront garden” narrative, unfolding in three acts inspired by classic MGM cinema, weaving together themes of forested sanctuary, chromatic discovery, and a tranquil retreat amid mountains and sea. The architecture and interiors draw deeply from the Prince Bay shoreline and its cruise-port heritage, bringing MGM’s brand mission: “We Exist to Entertain Your Journey” to life. From a dramatic lobby water feature to a sky-level art installation and a cantilevered tower crown echoing a cruise deck, the design weaves coastal romance into every vista.

Accommodations

The hotel offers 298 ocean-view guest rooms and suites, each featuring floor-to-ceiling windows that command sweeping vistas of the bay from dawn to dusk. The interiors artfully fuse marine-inspired motifs with the serenity of an urban garden, creating a sense of secluded tranquillity amid the city’s vibrant energy. Ranging from 50 to 364 square metres, the room categories include 270-degree panoramic sea-view rooms, expansive terrace suites, sky suites, and a presidential suite—designed to accommodate both business and leisure travellers with equal finesse. Custom art installations, intelligent in-room systems, premium bedding, and curated bath amenities come together in perfect harmony, addressing the needs of both the business executive and the holidaymakers.

Delicacy

Five distinctive dining venues—Yu Hoi Heen Chinese Restaurant, MEET PLUS Yunnan-Guizhou-Sichuan Restaurant, Festival All-Day Dining, The PURPLE Rooftop Sky Bar, and the Lobby Lounge—weave together global flavours and local culinary traditions, offering everything from intimate private dining to vibrant social gatherings, and offering a taste of the diverse flavours of the Greater Bay Area living through the palate. Whether for high-level business entertaining, elegant social soirees, or family celebrations, guests can indulge in a convivial and refined experience at the intersection of exceptional cuisine and atmospheric design, making every meal a signature MGM entertainment experience.

Events & Banqueting

The hotel features over 3,000 square metres of flexible banqueting and meeting space, where scene-driven design redefines the boundaries of business and social events, infusing MGM’s “Entertainment” philosophy into every conference and gala—shattering the stereotypes of traditional corporate functions. A 420-square-metre foyer with floor-to-ceiling windows offers panoramic urban harbour views, while an expansive 800-square-metre terrace lends a romantic ambience to outdoor weddings and bespoke cocktail receptions. Additional multi-function meeting rooms, boardrooms, and VIP lounges ensure that every business forum, brand gala, or private celebration is elevated into an immersive “WOW” experience—a hallmark of MGM’s extraordinary approach to hospitality.

Wellness & Rejuvenation

The fitness centre and heated swimming pool offer sweeping views of the urban harbour. The gym is fully equipped with premium Technogym professional-grade cardiovascular and strength-training equipment from Italy, complemented by a dedicated aerobic studio for group classes, yoga, and body conditioning. The interplay of shimmering waters, state-of-the-art equipment, and expansive harbour vistas transforms exercise into a truly immersive and pleasurable experience—allowing guests to savour the perfect union of movement and ocean scenery with every invigorating workout.

Mr. Yang Lirong, Chairman of Yunnan Xiangfeng Industrial Group, stated: “Prince Bay is a crucial window connecting the Greater Bay Area with the world. By joining forces with MGM, we are creating a landmark hotel that embodies both the distinctive character of the bay and world-class standards—one that will catalyse the advancement of business and cultural tourism in Prince Bay and invigorate local consumption. We are looking forward to collaborating with MGM to build a new landmark and share the opportunities of the Greater Bay Area.”

Opening Gala Showcases Cross-City Culinary Excellence

To celebrate the Hotel’s grand opening, MGM Shenzhen Prince Bay hosted a special gala dinner featuring a distinguished culinary collaboration. Renowned chefs Pan Sihui and Yang Dengquan from MGM COTAI’s Michelin-starred restaurants, Aji and Five Foot Road, joined forces with Li Yongsheng, General Manager of Yu Hoi Heen Chinese Restaurant at MGM Shenzhen Prince Bay, to present an exclusive menu highlighting the creativity and craftsmanship of both teams. The collaboration demonstrated the synergy of MGM’s integrated dining portfolio while celebrating cultural exchange between Macau and Shenzhen.

ABOUT MGM HOSPITALITY GROUP (ASIA PACIFIC)

Guided by its mission, “We Exist to Entertain Your Journey,” MGM Hospitality Group (Asia Pacific), Ltd. focuses on the development and operation of destination hotels and resorts. Leveraging MGM’s strong entertainment DNA and resources, the Group has built a distinctive portfolio of hotel brands, including Bellagio by MGM, MGM RESERVE, MGM, Mirage by MGM, Mhub by MGM and mx by MGM. It is committed to becoming a prominent hospitality group with entertainment at its core, uplifting guests, employees and communities. The Group currently operates hotels in Sanya, Shanghai, Nanjing, Qingdao, Shenzhen and Zhuhai, with more projects to be launched in Shenzhen, Shanghai, Hangzhou, Lingshui and other destinations. MGM Hospitality Group (Asia Pacific), Ltd. is a wholly owned subsidiary of MGM China Holdings Limited and is also a subsidiary of MGM Resorts International. For more information, please visit the official website: www.mgmhospitality.com