ABU DHABI, Dec. 6, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — The Abu Dhabi economic delegation, led by the Abu Dhabi Department of Economic Development (ADDED), concluded a successful visit to India and Singapore, signing agreements and exploring opportunities to strengthen partnerships in various sectors.
H.E. Ahmed Jasim Al Zaabi, Chairman of Abu Dhabi Department of Economic Development at Abu Dhabi Investment Forum Mumbai
His Excellency Ahmed Jasim Al Zaabi, Chairman of ADDED, said: “Our visit to Singapore and India comes as we continue to strengthen ties with top trade partners and economic powerhouses around the globe, and lead conversations addressing trends and transformations to ensure a brighter future for our people. Impactful partnerships are key pillars of our ‘Falcon Economy’, which is accelerating Abu Dhabi’s transition to smart, diversified, and sustainable economy, generating ample opportunities for talent, investors, and businesses.
Through progressive policies, a business-enabling ecosystem, world-class infrastructure and connectivity, and forward-looking regulations, Abu Dhabi has become a place where ambition meets opportunity. Attracted by the unique attributes of the emirate, talent, businesses, and investments in Abu Dhabi are growing in leaps and bounds”.
H.E. Al Zaabiadded: “In 2024, Singapore’s investments in Abu Dhabi rose by 25%, with focus on manufacturing, education, construction, and professional, scientific, and technical activities, while Indian’ companies operating in the emirate saw a 31% rise during the same period. Our economic ties with the two fast-growing economies are steadily increasing, and the discussions during the two visits focused on deepening partnerships in strategic economic sectors and clusters including life sciences, pharmaceuticals, AI, fintech, financial services, sustainable energy, logistics, and advanced industries”.
The Abu Dhabi Investment Forum (ADIF) in Mumbai provided a platform for Indian businesses and investors to explore opportunities in Abu Dhabi through direct engagements with key decision-makers in the emirate.
Addressing ADIF in Mumbai, H.E. Dr. Abdulnasser Alshaali, UAE Ambassador to India, said: “Today, the UAE and India partnership is entering one of its most dynamic chapters, where decades of trust and trade are converging with the technologies and opportunities of tomorrow. Abu Dhabi has established itself as a destination for the world’s ambitious founders and enterprises to innovate, grow, and expand globally.
Through landmark initiatives such as the ‘UAE-India Start-up Series’, launched in June 2025, we are connecting India’s extraordinary pool of talent with the UAE’s strategic capital, global reach, and ecosystem that enables all to reach their full potential. UAE and India share appetite for opportunity and determination to shape the future. Together, we are creating a corridor where ideas, innovation, and investment can flow freely, and both our nations rise stronger.”
Company Set to Play a Key Role in Strengthening India’s Custom Silicon Capabilities
HYDERABAD, India, Dec. 6, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Cyient Semiconductors, a leader in custom ASIC turnkey and intelligent power solutions, announced that it has been qualified for a pivotal contract for the supply and qualification of technology IPs, including design enablement, for the ₹4,500-crore modernization initiative at the Semi-Conductor Laboratory (SCL), Mohali.
This modernization initiative supports the Government of India’s objectives under the India Semiconductor Mission (ISM), which aims to expand domestic semiconductor capability, reduce reliance on imports, and create accessible fabrication capacity for startups, academia, and strategic sectors. Cyient Semiconductors is set to contribute directly to these goals by updating the process technology platforms that will underpin the upgraded fab.
Under this mandate, Cyient Semiconductors will supply and qualify three foundational process technologies—RF-CMOS, BCD (HV LDMOS), and CMOS Image Sensor (CIS) —for SCL’s enhanced 8-inch manufacturing line. These technologies are widely used across industrial, automotive, energy, sensing, and connectivity domains and are essential to strengthening the relevance and utility of India’s mature-node semiconductor capability.
“Being technically qualified for this strategic project is a proud moment for Cyient Semiconductors and a strong validation of our engineering depth, IP portfolio, and turnkey execution capabilities. Our collaboration with SCL will accelerate India’s semiconductor self-reliance by delivering highly relevant, high-value silicon solutions in digital, analog mixed signal and power domains, areas that continue to see massive global demand,” said Krishna Bodanapu, Executive Vice-Chairman and Managing Director, Cyient Limited.
The project marks a major milestone in Cyient Semiconductors’ journey to become India’s premier turnkey ASIC provider, encompassing the entire chip lifecycle from specification to silicon production.
“We are proud to have been qualified for this critical part of SCL’s modernization. RF-CMOS, BCD (HV LDMOS), and CMOS Image Sensor (CIS) are areas where our teams have a deep strength, and this program enables us to leverage that capability for a national mission. We see this as both a responsibility and an opportunity to help strengthen India’s semiconductor ecosystem,” said, Suman Narayan, CEO, Cyient Semiconductors.
This highlights Cyient Semiconductors’ strategic focus on high-growth segments, including smart energy semiconductors and application-specific integrated circuits (ASICs).
By qualifying for these updated technology platforms, Cyient Semiconductors will enable SCL to potentially support a wider range of applications in the future. These could include smart energy and metering solutions, certain classes of automotive electronics, industrial control systems, imaging and sensing technologies, and low-power wireless or IoT devices—areas where an enhanced mature-node process may offer relevance over time.
About Cyient Semiconductors
Cyient Semiconductors is a Hyderabad-headquartered provider of custom ASIC/ASSP solutions, with a focus on analog mixed-signal, intelligent power, and advanced semiconductor platforms. With design centers in India, Belgium, and the U.S., Cyient Semiconductors enables global customers in data centers, robotics, automotive, and industrial automation to achieve higher efficiency and faster time-to-market.
The awards recognize brands that achieve cultural significance and deep customer connections.
NEW YORK, Dec. 6, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Dreame Technology (Dreame) is proud to announce its inclusion in Fast Company‘s annual Brands That Matter list in the Global category. The list honors brands and individuals that go beyond acquiring customers — they resonate deeply with people and communities in a profound way. Through innovative branding and marketing, these companies and nonprofits have established meaningful relevance and cultural impact. The full list can be found on fastcompany.com and in the upcoming Winter print edition hitting newsstands beginning December 16, 2025.
Dreame honored as a Fast Company 2025 Brands That Matter
“Being selected to Brands That Matter is meaningful to us because it recognizes value created in everyday life,” saidYu Hao, CEO and Founder of Dreame. “For Dreame, technology is not only about solving tasks; it’s about improving experiences and building genuine connections with users. We appreciate the trust of 30 million families whose feedback propels us to drive innovation with technology and remain focused on diverse, personalized needs.”
“We’re thrilled to recognize this diverse group of honorees and highlight the work of exceptional marketing leaders,” saidBrendan Vaughan, Fast Company‘s editor-in-chief. “What unites brands is their dedication and ingenuity in forging authentic audience relationships through work that resonates in culture.”
Fast Company Brands That Matter 2025
Brands That Matter honors brands that demonstrate social value, positive impact on users and communities, and cultural resonance, recognizing those with leadership in innovation, market adaptability and distinctiveness. Since 2021, the series has showcased brands from large multinationals to rising innovators for the “truly important” impact they make.
Dreame’s recognition highlights the core of its brand philosophy: deploying technology to solve real-world challenges, earning consumer trust through thoughtful localization rather than uniform global rollouts, and telling human-centered stories grounded in everyday experience — all while building with long-term responsibility in mind.
With insights flowing from over 120 markets, Dreame follows a “one-country, one-plan” approach that combines local preferences into product experience and design.
In Europe, aligning with Europeans’ emotional bond with sustainable living, Dreame’s smart lawnmowers blend gardening efficiency with ecological stewardship, evolving into icons of eco-conscious lifestyles.
In North America, the Dreame H15 Pro CarpeFlex introduces a first-of-its-kind carpet cleaning solution for wet and dry vacuums, allowing users to switch between carpet and hard floors simply by swapping the roller brush. Its composite carpet brush — featuring rubber strips and soft bristles — delivers vacuum-level dry carpet pickup by deeply loosening embedded debris while gently sweeping away surface dust, while MistLock Dust Control uses a fine mist to bind dust on contact and direct it into the used-water tank for cleaner disposal.
To better serve households with extensive carpeted areas — common across Europe, North America, and the Middle East — Dreame has tailored its “mop removal” feature specifically for carpet lovers. This design automatically retracts the mop to prevent carpets from getting wet and soiled. Dreame’s robot vacuums have now reached a new milestone in global market share, claiming the No. 1 in robot vacuum market share across 18 countries.
Dreame’s brand messaging centers on creating ‘real-life value’ by showcasing authentic local stories and use cases. Dreame’s brand messaging centers on creating ‘real-life value’ by showcasing authentic local stories and use cases. This approach, combined with localized operations, fueled exceptional performance. We achieved remarkable, multi-fold year-over-year growth on our Direct-to-Consumer sites in key markets like Southwest Europe and North America. This success was propelled by a strategy that blended emotional storytelling with value proposition — for instance, in Germany, the “Reclaim Time for Family” campaign, rooted in local lifestyle insights, effectively boosted brand awareness and sales.
From customizing product experiences for individual markets to investing in operational efficiency and circular initiatives, Dreame remains focused on a clear mission: using technology-driven innovation to give families everywhere more time, greater comfort, and lasting peace of mind.
About Dreame Technology
Established in 2017, Dreame Technology is an innovative consumer product company that focuses on smart home cleaning appliances with the vision to empower lives through technology. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok and Twitter. For more information, visit https://global.dreametech.com/
About Fast Company
Fast Company is the only media brand fully dedicated to the vital intersection of business, innovation, and design, engaging the most influential leaders, companies, and thinkers on the future of business. Headquartered in New York City, Fast Company is published by Mansueto Ventures LLC, along with fellow business publication Inc. For more information, please visit fastcompany.com.
TAIPEI, Dec. 6, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — As cities compete to attract internationally minded founders, one of the more notable developments in East Asia is the rise of Taipei City’s Global Pass, a government-backed programme that quietly created a curated stream of globally capable startups moving across Asia, the US and Europe. What makes the programme relevant for global coworking operators, accelerators and investors is not the subsidy itself, but the fact that it offers a structured way for overseas partners to engage with Taipei-based companies that are actively seeking international expansion.
Launched in 2024 by the Taipei City Government’s Department of Economic Development and administered through StartUP@Taipei, Global Pass helps Taipei-based startups access overseas coworking spaces, local soft-landing services and community networks. The programme provides a subsidy of NT$60,000 (approximately US$2,000) per company, but its deeper value comes from the simple reality that participating teams already have clear international goals and a concrete intention to operate abroad. In just over a year, the programme has attracted 650 registered members, with 45 companies completing overseas landings through Global Pass. Taipei now collaborates with around 120 partner spaces across 11 countries and 22 cities.
For international operators, this means Global Pass functions as a pre-screened pipeline of founders who are not “ecosystem tourists.” They tend to have practical motivations—clinical trials in the US, media and commerce partnerships in Southeast Asia, proof-of-concept opportunities in Korea, or enterprise deployments in Singapore. Their industries range from AI video, smart-city systems and industrial automation to precision oncology, agritech data and gaming. Across sectors, the common traits are technical depth, cross-border fluency and a partnership-driven mindset rather than a quick market test and retreat.
Among the various Global Pass cases, two illustrate the type of long-term engagement that international spaces say they want from incoming foreign teams.
Kenkone, a Taipei medical-technology company, used Global Pass to enter Japan—one of Asia’s most demanding markets for foreign startups. Through the programme, the team was matched with a suitable Tokyo startup space, received assistance with application procedures, and began working inside a professional community where introductions and trust matter as much as product. Over several months, the Tokyo hub became more than a desk provider; it acted as an informal advisor, a bridge to legal and accounting partners, and an interpreter of business norms. These relationships reduced the friction of incorporation, and Kenkone ultimately established a Japanese entity. For Japanese space operators, the case demonstrates what Global Pass companies are looking for: not transactional seat rentals, but long-term operational bases where local knowledge, networks and administrative navigation matter as much as facility quality.
A second example, TOII Games, shows how Global Pass can also move beyond traditional tech verticals. TOII, an AI-driven gaming and IP studio from Taipei, used Global Pass-supported matching activities in Seoul to enter the Korean content ecosystem. Rather than treating Korea as an export destination, the team engaged with local gaming partners, explored collaborative production models, and designed AI-enhanced workflows that aligned with Korean studios’ needs. This approach opened doors in Busan, where the company ran proof-of-concept projects with local partners. For Korean content hubs and gaming-focused coworking spaces, TOII’s experience signals that Taipei companies are not arriving with rigid commercial structures; they come prepared to co-develop pilots, adapt products and embed themselves into existing cultural production chains.
Beyond these two longer cases, other Global Pass companies illustrate the programme’s breadth. CancerFree, a precision-oncology startup, and METAIAM, an AI solutions firm, entered the US market with the help of Global Pass and used access to overseas spaces to conduct joint development, meet clinical partners and lower initial operational costs. In Singapore, agritech data company DATAYOO launched a new product line and leveraged coworking networks to reach markets beyond Asia. At the same time, Global Pass has supported Taipei’s digital nomad communities—such as the Taiwan Digital Nomad Association—in running activities inside Japanese startup spaces, creating technical meetups and remote-work gatherings that increased foot traffic and built new user segments for host spaces.
These examples collectively point to an important trend: Taipei’s founders increasingly treat startup spaces not as temporary addresses but as gateway institutions—places where regulatory guidance, partner introductions, sector-specific communities and soft-landing assistance converge. For international operators, the value of partnering with Taipei lies in accessing these founders early, when they are shaping their expansion strategy and deciding where to anchor long-term operations.
What Global Pass offers to overseas partners is straightforward. First, by engaging with the Global Pass programme, overseas partners gain a direct channel to Taipei-based startups that are actively pursuing international expansion. Second, its selection mechanism ensures that only teams with actual overseas commitments make use of the programme. Third, because Global Pass subsidises part of the initial landing cost, partner spaces see higher conversion rates from inquiry to multi-month residency. Finally, the programme positions overseas operators as preferred collaboration partners, effectively opening a recurring channel for hosting Taipei founders, digital nomads, pilot teams and even Taipei-driven events.
For global coworking operators, accelerators, innovation campuses and venture investors, this means that Taipei is building a city-supported export mechanism for startup talent—one that is deliberately designed to connect with spaces like yours. Many Global Pass companies are actively looking for new soft-landing partners, programme hosts, event collaborators and local advisers.
Spaces interested in collaborating with Taipei’s founders or welcoming teams through the Global Pass network can contact the Taipei City Global Pass programme directly. As more cities experiment with new ways to internationalise their startup base, Taipei’s model shows that coordinated public-sector support, combined with high-quality founders, can turn a soft-landing programme into a cross-border ecosystem bridge—one that global startup spaces may want to plug into sooner rather than later.
HANOI, VIETNAM – Media OutReach Newswire – 5 December 2025 – The VinFuture Foundation officially announces the laureates of the VinFuture Prizes 2025. Four outstanding scientific and technological breakthroughs have been honored, reflecting this year’s theme “Rising and Thriving”, and highlighting the role of cross-border scientific collaboration in addressing global challenges in health, environment, and human livelihood.
The 2025 VinFuture Prize Award Ceremony was broadcast live on VTV1, the national television channel of Vietnam. The event was attended by Mr. Tran Thanh Man, Politburo member and Chairman of the National Assembly, along with leaders of central ministries and agencies, representatives of embassies and international organisations, and distinguished scientists from around the world.
The VinFuture Prize 2025 received 1,705 nominations from scientists, research institutions, and technology enterprises worldwide, representing an almost threefold increase relative to the inaugural year. These submissions highlight impactful cross-border research efforts focused on protecting public health, advancing next-generation intelligent materials, addressing climate change, accelerating novel energy solutions, and strengthening global food security frameworks.
The 2025 VinFuture Grand Prize valued at US$3 million is awarded to Dr. Douglas R. Lowy, Dr. John T. Schiller, Dr. Aimée R. Kreimer and Prof. Maura L. Gillison (USA) for discoveries and development of HPV vaccines for prevention of tumors caused by human papillomaviruses.
Foundational studies on HPV capsid proteins by Drs. Douglas Lowy and John Schiller led to the development of highly effective HPV vaccines, preventing millions of cervical cancer cases, especially in developing countries. Furthermore, the single-dose vaccination regimen developed by Dr. Aimée Kreimer – now recommended by the World Health Organization (WHO) – has significantly expanded vaccine access for populations worldwide.
In parallel, laboratory and epidemiological studies by Prof. Maura Gillison and Dr. Aimée Kreimer established the link between HPV and head-and-neck cancers, which represent an emerging cancer threat expected to be mitigated by HPV vaccination efforts. The achievements of Dr. Douglas Lowy, Dr. John Schiller, Dr. Aimée Kreimer, and Prof. Maura Gillison have already saved millions of lives and will keep lowering the global cancer burden for decades to come.
In addition to the Grand Prize, the 2025 VinFuture Prizes will also present three Special Prizes, each valued at US$500,000, recognizing Innovators from Developing Countries, Women Innovators, and Innovators with Outstanding Achievements in Emerging Fields.
The 2025 VinFutureSpecial Prize for Innovators from Developing Countries is awarded to Prof. María Esperanza Martínez-Romero (Mexico) for advances in microbial ecology and symbiotic nitrogen fixation in the tropics. Prof. Martínez-Romero has discovered and described numerous new Rhizobium species, significantly expanding scientific understanding of microbial taxonomy and plant-microbe interactions in agriculture. Her work has opened new directions in the study of bacterial-plant symbiosis, with profound implications for sustainable agriculture in resource-limited settings.
The 2025 VinFuture Special Prize for Women Innovators is awarded to Prof. Mary-Claire King (USA) for identification of the breast and ovarian cancer susceptibility gene BRCA1, laying the foundation for genetic testing, screening programs, and personalized treatment. Her landmark identification of the BRCA1 locus on chromosome 17q21 in 1990, before the human genome was sequenced, is considered a historic milestone, demonstrating the genetic basis of cancer risk and transforming prevention and treatment strategies worldwide.
The 2025 VinFuture Special Prize for Innovators with Outstanding Achievements in Emerging Fields has honored Prof. Venkatesan Sundaresan (USA), Prof. Raphaël Mercier (Germany), Dr. Emmanuel Guiderdoni (France), Dr. Imtiyaz Khanday (USA) and Dr. Delphine Mieulet (France) for innovations in the development of clonal hybrid crops. Hybrid seed production for rice, the staple food for more than half of humankind, is a laborious and costly procedure resulting in a high seed cost. The team’s work has enabled rice plants to produce seeds that retain all the superior traits of the parent plant through self-pollination, grounded in new insights into developmental biology and genetics. This groundbreaking research improves yields, reduces seed production costs, and advances sustainable global food security.
Sharing his reflections on this year’s honored works, Prof. Sir. Richard Friend, Chair of the VinFuture Prize Council, stated: “The 2025 VinFuture Prize Laureates have made big advances in science that have brought direct benefits to human health and to global sustainable food crop production. From new vaccines and new understanding of genetic susceptibility to disease to new approaches for plant breeding and new protocols for healthy crop growth, these achievements exemplify the power of science driven by compassion and cross-border collaboration – showing that when knowledge serves humanity, it not only deepens our understanding of the world but also strengthens and sustains the very foundations of life itself.”
After five consecutive and widely acclaimed award cycles, the VinFuture Prize has been securing recognition among the world’s most prestigious science and technology awards, receiving 6,132 nominations from nearly 110 countries and territories across five continents, and honoring 48 outstanding laureates. The awarded innovations—spanning clean energy, artificial intelligence, biomedical technologies, and transformative advances in agriculture—are elevating quality of life, strengthening human well-being, and shaping strategic pathways for the future of humanity.
The VinFuture Prize Ceremony and VinFuture Sci-Tech Week have evolved into an established global platform for scientific exchange, bringing together scientists, policymakers, and business leaders to advance collaborations toward a sustainable, humane, and prosperous future.
Notably, after five award seasons driven by persistent efforts to connect global scientific excellence with the Vietnamese research community, the VinFuture Foundation and the VinFuture Prize have not only fostered new opportunities and momentum for national science, but have also strengthened Vietnam’s standing as a trusted destination for the world’s scientific community—where innovation is widely shared and amplified for the collective prosperity of humankind.
Launch of the 2026 VinFuture Prize Award Season:The VinFuture Prize 2026 will officially open its nomination portal from 2:00 PM on January 9, 2026, to 2:00 PM on April 17, 2026 (Hanoi time, GMT+7). Nominating partners are invited to submit candidate information through the online nomination portal at: https://vinfutureprize.org/vinfuture-prize-nomination/.
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INNSBRUCK, Austria, Dec. 6, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — The independent cybersecurity testing authority AV‑Comparatives has been awarded the top honor in the “Technical Innovation” category at the 2025 “Tiroler Innovationspreis” (Tyrolean innovation award), underlining its role in advancing digital security within Europe.
Jan Brilke, CEO of AV-Comparatives and Prof. Dr. Pascal Schöttle, Head of JR Centre for Security Analysis of IoT devices at MCI celebrate the award.
A breakthrough for IoT‑security standards
With its entry AV‑Comparatives presented Europe’s first scalable IoT‑ testing and certification platform. Together with scholars from MCI Innsbruck, they developed a robust, automated system designed to evaluate the cyber‑resilience of connected devices, also in accordance with forthcoming EU legislation.
The platform enables manufacturers and vendors to test large quantities of IoT products efficiently, producing reproducible, normative security assessments — a vital step towards creating safer smart homes, smart buildings and even smart cities.
Global significance born in Tyrol
The jury’s decision highlights AV‑Comparatives’ technological excellence and its strategic relevance for the European and global technology landscape. As cyber threats escalate globally, a reliable, scalable testing and certification mechanism offers concrete added value for consumers seeking secure connected devices, for manufacturers striving for compliance with regulatory standards, as well as public entities and critical infrastructure.
By honoring AV‑Comparatives, the 25‑year‑old Tiroler Innovationspreis sends a clear signal: digital security is not an afterthought — it is a core pillar of modern innovation. AV‑Comparatives’ achievement therefore not only strengthens its own reputation as global authority in independent security testing but also contributes to positioning Tirol as a forward‑looking, resilient technology hub.
“For us, critical infrastructure begins already at home. This award is both a tremendous honor and a recognition of our ongoing commitment to research and innovation. Together with our partners, we are proud to contribute to a more secure digital world”, says Jan Brilke, CEO of AV-Comparatives.
About AV‑Comparatives AV‑Comparatives is globally recognized as an independent, scientifically rigorous evaluator of cybersecurity solutions. Its mission is to deliver unbiased, data‑driven security assessments to help organizations and consumers make informed decisions in an increasingly connected world.
HexClad, Still G.I.N. Unveil First-Ever Collaboration, Bringing Gordon Ramsay, Dr. Dre, Snoop Dogg Together For A Next-Gen Cocktail Shaker
LOS ANGELES, Dec. 6, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — In a collaboration no one saw coming, but everyone will be happy it did, HexClad, the revolutionary cookware brand backed by Michelin-starred chef Gordon Ramsay, and Still G.I.N. By Dre and Snoop, the ultra-premium spirit from cultural icons Dr. Dre and Snoop Dogg, today unveiled their first joint product: the HexClad Cocktail Shaker.
This collaboration marks a first for both brands and the first time Ramsay, Dre, and Snoop have come together, mixing HexClad’s design-driven innovation with Still G.I.N.’s modern, premium approach to spirits.
The shaker captures what defines each brand: precision, quality, and a belief that everyday experiences deserve to feel elevated. It’s more than a shaker; it’s a refined expression of the craftsmanship both brands stand for.
Celebrated industrial designer Ini Archibong created the HexClad x Still G.I.N. Cocktail Shaker as the kind of piece that demands attention the moment it hits the bar, showcasing Still G.I.N.’s versatility across any cocktail, from classic recipes to modern creations. Drawing from the striking geometry of the Still G.I.N. bottle and HexClad’s iconic hexagon pattern, Ini created a shaker that’s modern, sculptural, and unapologetically smooth. The double-wall, vacuum-insulated stainless-steel body keeps cocktails ice-cold without watering them down. A hex-textured exterior gives it a luxe, unmistakable edge, while discreet unit measurement markers inside the cap ensure every pour hits exactly right.
“This collaboration bridges innovation, culture, and craftsmanship in a way that feels like a true expression of both brands. Gordon, Dre, and Snoop each set their own bar for excellence, and bringing their worlds together through this product is something we’re incredibly proud of,” said Danny Winer, HexClad CEO and Co-Founder. “The shaker is engineered to perform, but it also carries the energy of the icons behind it.”
“What connects Still G.I.N. and HexClad is a commitment to design, innovation, and products that actually perform. We built our gin to be supremely mixable, whether you’re making classic gin cocktails or using it in something unexpected. This shaker captures that same versatility and attention to detail,” said Patrick Halbert, By Dre and Snoop CEO.
To announce the campaign, Gordon and Dre will star in a dynamic, humor-infused commercial spot created by KODE MEDIA and directed by Peter Franklyn Banks, that draws parallels between cooking and musical craft. Available exclusively at HexClad.com in Gold and Chrome for $99, the shaker will elevate the cocktail ritual from start to finish, capturing the shared ethos of rebellion, innovation and excellence of both brands. Just in time for the holidays, the shaker is now available in the US, Canada, UK, Germany and Australia.
ABOUT HEXCLAD HexClad is a global premium kitchenware brand based in Los Angeles, known for its patented hybrid technology that combines stainless steel with nonstick for unmatched performance, durability, and ease-of-use. Since its founding in 2016, HexClad has redefined modern cooking tools with a full line of high-performance products, including cookware, cutlery, cutting boards, aprons, and kitchen accessories. Sold through direct-to-consumer channels and strategic retail partners, HexClad has built a passionate global following by empowering cooks of all levels with products that break rules and challenge convention. The brand was named to the Inc. 5000 list of the fastest-growing private companies in America 2023-2025. Learn more at www.hexclad.com.
ABOUT BY DRE AND SNOOP Dr. Dre and Snoop Dogg launched their namesake spirits brand in 2024 to instant success, with no signs of stopping. The iconic duo recently followed up its first release in this space – the innovative, award-winning canned cocktail line, Gin & Juice by Dre and Snoop – with another acclaimed effort: their first pure premium bottled spirit, Still G.I.N. by Dre and Snoop, which went on to take Masters Medal honors at the 2025 Gin Masters Awards. Paying homage to “Still D.R.E.” – the signature hit from Dre’s groundbreaking 2001 album featuring an immortal Snoop performance – Still G.I.N. by Dre and Snoop proves the ultimate clean, modern light gin, artisanally distilled in the U.S.A. to be defiantly smooth and supremely mixable.
Still G.I.N. by Dre and Snoop marks a natural evolution for the legendary pair. Long associated with gin throughout their reign as game-changing entertainer-entrepreneurs, to create their latest co-venture they took initial inspiration from Snoop Dogg’s timeless hit song “Gin and Juice” – which Dr. Dre produced for Snoop’s debut album Doggystyle. Distributed nationally by Southern Glazer’s Wine & Spirits, both Gin & Juice By Dre and Snoop and Still G.I.N by Dre and Snoop are available at major U.S. retailers and liquor stores. www.bydreandsnoop.com
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Hexclad, Still G.I.N. Unveil First-Ever Collaboration, Bringing Gordon Ramsay, Dr. Dre, Snoop Dogg Together For A Next-Gen Cocktail Shaker
Hexclad, Still G.I.N. Unveil First-Ever Collaboration, Bringing Gordon Ramsay, Dr. Dre, Snoop Dogg Together For A Next-Gen Cocktail Shaker
In the news release, “Seegene Establishes French Subsidiary to Expand European Footprint”, issued 05-Dec-2025 by Seegene Inc. over PR Newswire, we are advised by the company that the first sub-headline should read “France becomes Seegene’s eighth overseas sales subsidiary and third in Europe, following Italy and Germany” rather than “France becomes Seegene’s ninth overseas sales subsidiary and third in Europe, following Italy and Germany“; The sixth paragraph should read “The addition of France brings Seegene’s overseas sales subsidiaries to eight, complementing its global distribution network of 90 distributors across 94 countries.” rather than “The addition of France brings Seegene’s overseas sales subsidiaries to nine, complementing its global distribution network of 90 distributors across 94 countries.” as originally issued inadvertently. Complete, corrected release follows:
Seegene Establishes French Subsidiary to Expand European Footprint
– France becomes Seegene’s eighth overseas sales subsidiary and third in Europe, following Italy and Germany
– The country ranks as Europe’s second-largest molecular diagnostics market, driven by demand in sexually transmitted infections and gastrointestinal testing, and respiratory virus detection.
– The new subsidiary is expected to accelerate broader adoption of Seegene’s developing solutions, CURECA™ and STAgora™, in Europe
SEOUL, South Korea, Dec. 5, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Seegene, Inc., a global leader in molecular diagnostics (MDx), announced today the establishment of a new subsidiary in France to reinforce its European presence and support global sales expansion.
The new subsidiary will strengthen local engagement with customers and partners through enhanced technical support, market development and collaboration with healthcare stakeholders.
According to global market research firm Grand View Research, Inc., France’s MDx market is estimated to reach approximately EUR 600 million, accounting for around 15 percent of Europe’s total. It is the second-largest market in the region after Germany, which holds a 19 percent share. Demand in France is particularly high for diagnostic tests targeting sexually transmitted infections (STIs), gastrointestinal (GI) tract infections, and respiratory infections. Through its subsidiary, Seegene aims to expand sales of these product lines while introducing a broader portfolio including cervical cancer and other multiplex diagnostic categories.
“On the French market, which is divided between the private and public sectors, the ability to quickly deliver innovative products and meet laboratories’ efficiency needs is a key factor for competitiveness,” said Daniel Shin, Executive Vice President and Chief Global Sales and Marketing Officer at Seegene. “The subsidiary will enable Seegene to gain a better understanding the French healthcare landscape, strengthening local customer service, and accelerate the growth of the company’s in vitro diagnostics business with dedicated local expertise.”
The subsidiary also provides a strategic foothold for the European rollout of Seegene’s solutions that are in development, CURECA™, a fully automated, unmanned PCR system, and STAgora™, a real-time diagnostic data analytics and predictive insights platform.
The addition of France brings Seegene’s overseas sales subsidiaries to eight, complementing its global distribution network of 90 distributors across 94 countries.
As of the first half of 2025, overseas sales accounted for approximately 93 percent of Seegene’s total revenue, with Europe representing 63 percent. The region remains a key growth driver for the company’s global expansion roadmap.
Disclaimer
CURECA™ and STAgora™ are under development and not available for diagnostic use.
About Seegene
Seegene has more than 25 years of dedicated experience in R&D, manufacturing, and business related to syndromic real-time PCR technologies. This expertise was particularly highlighted during the COVID-19 pandemic when Seegene provided over 340 million COVID-19 tests to more than 100 countries worldwide. The core feature of Seegene’s syndromic real-time PCR technology is the ability to simultaneously test for 14 pathogens that cause similar signs and symptoms in a single tube with quantitative information.
