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XIAO NOODLES Debuts on HKEX, Becoming the First Listed Chinese Noodle Restaurant Stock

HONG KONG, Dec. 5, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Guangzhou Xiao Noodles Catering Management Co., Ltd. (“XIAO NOODLES” or the “Company”, Stock Code: 2408.HK), a prominent Chinese specialty restaurant chain, was officially listed today on the Main Board of the Hong Kong Stock Exchange, becoming the first Chinese noodle restaurant stock in the public market. The global offering attracted strong participation from institutional investors, with HHLR Advisors, Ltd. (“HHLRA”, Member of Hillhouse Group), Hai Di Lao Holdings Pte. Ltd. (“Haidilao”), Dream’ee (Hong Kong) Open-ended Fund Company, Hong Kong Shengying Investment Limited (“Shengying Investment”), Zeta Wisdom OFC (“Zeta Fund”) joining as cornerstone investors.

XIAO NOODLES commences trading on the Main Board of the Hong Kong Stock Exchange
XIAO NOODLES commences trading on the Main Board of the Hong Kong Stock Exchange

According to Frost & Sullivan, XIAO NOODLES is ranked No.1 nationwide in Sichuan–Chongqing–style noodle restaurants and No.4 among all Chinese noodle restaurant operators by gross merchandise value (GMV) in 2024. Over the past three years, the Company has demonstrated remarkable business expansion and financial performance. Revenue surged from RMB 418 million in 2022 to RMB 1.154 billion in 2024, representing a compound annual growth rate of 66.2%, significantly outpacing the broader Chinese quick-service restaurant (QSR) market. The upward trajectory continued into the first half of 2025, during which XIAO NOODLES reported revenue of RMB 703 million, a 33.8% year-over-year increase, while adjusted net profit rose 131.56% to RMB 52.18 million, setting new historical highs.

Founded in Guangzhou in 2014, XIAO NOODLES has grown rapidly through a clear strategic road-map and disciplined operations. Its restaurant network expanded from 133 stores in early 2022 to 465 stores now across 22 cities in mainland China and Hong Kong. An additional 115 new stores are under preparation, putting the Company on track to surpass 500 restaurants by year-end. Notably, the 500th store will open in Singapore, marking the Company’s first overseas location and signaling an important step in the global expansion of Chinese noodle cuisine.

XIAO NOODLES operates a scalable business model driven by a combination of self-operated and franchised restaurants. All stores are managed under a centralized, standardized, and digitalized system covering recipe development, centralized procurement, supply chain, site selection, store construction, operations, training, marketing, and quality assurance. The Company focuses on authentic Sichuan–Chongqing flavors, including the signature the Red Bowl Noodles (Mala Noodles with Peas and Meat Sauce), Golden Bowl Noodles (Hot n’ Sour Noodles), Wonton Series, and Maocai HotPot Series. Each restaurant typically offers 30 to 40 SKUs, with menu updates introduced regularly to enhance customer experience, ensuring every encounter is warm, familiar, and unforgettable.

The Company has also developed its own end-to-end restaurant operation system, covering both front- and back-end workflows including order management, dine-in and delivery fulfillment, shift scheduling, production control, procurement, inventory management, supply chain collaboration, talent development, and performance evaluation.

Moving forward, the proceeds from the IPO will be used to accelerate the Company’s multi-year expansion plan, enhance digital and supply chain capabilities, and advance its international strategy. XIAO NOODLES plans to open 520 to 610 new restaurants over the next three years and has already initiated its overseas development roadmap. The Company’s first international location in Singapore is scheduled to open in December 2025, marking a significant step in bringing Chinese noodle culture to global markets and establishing Southeast Asia as a new growth engine.

Listing on HKEX marks a defining milestone in XIAO NOODLES’s journey. Guided by the vision of ‘From the streets of China to tables across the globe,’ the Company will continue to strengthen digital operations, optimize supply chain efficiency, and bring high-quality, high-value Chinese cuisine to consumers in China and around the world.

For more information about XIAO NOODLES, please visit https://www.xiaonoodles.com/en

Bybit & Block Scholes Report: Market Sentiment Shows Early Signs of Recovery

DUBAI, UAE, Dec. 5, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Bybit, the world’s second-largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume has released its latest Crypto Derivatives Analytics Report in collaboration with Block Scholes, revealing cautiously optimistic signals in cryptocurrency markets following a volatile start to December.

The analysis examines market dynamics following December 1st’s sharp selloff, triggered by hawkish signals from the Bank of Japan. Despite positive developments including Vanguard’s opening of crypto ETF trading, derivatives data suggests traders remain cautious given that major cryptos  are still trading well below all-time highs.

“Cryptocurrencies have been buffeted by multiple crosswinds, from shifting expectations surrounding major central bank policies, to mounting concerns over the viability of DATs,” said Han Tan, Chief Market Analyst, Bybit Learn. “Major crypto prices are likely to remain beholden to macro forces over the immediate term, especially with the pivotal Fed rate decision looming, even as the crypto world attempts to shake off the ghosts of the Oct 10 liquidation event,” he added.

Key Highlights:

  • Market Recovery Underway: BTC has recovered to a two-week high above $93,000, while ETH reclaimed the psychological $3,000 level following a sharp early-December selloff triggered by hawkish signals from the Bank of Japan. Positive catalysts including Vanguard’s decision to open its platform for crypto ETF and mutual fund trading have supported the rebound.
  • Subdued Downside fear: Options traders have significantly reduced their bearish positioning, with put-call skew premiums declining sharply from 10-13 percentage points at the start of the month to just 2-4 percentage points currently. This indicates traders are pricing crash protection with far less premium than just one week ago.
  • Muted Leverage Activity: Open interest in perpetual futures has increased modestly during the recovery, though it remains well below pre-October 10, 2025 levels. The data suggests lower participation rates in leveraged positions, with recent selloffs showing no signs of liquidation cascades that typically characterize over-leveraged markets.
  • The Fading Bear: Block Scholes’ proprietary Risk Appetite Index indicates that while sentiment is shifting in a positive direction, market participants have not yet turned bullish. This cautious stance is unsurprising given that both BTC and ETH continue to trade significantly below their all-time high levels.

 

Block Scholes' Risk Appetite Index measures the level of euphoria (above 1) or panic (below -1) in the spot market. Momentum in this index shows a strong relationship to spot returns.
Block Scholes’ Risk Appetite Index measures the level of euphoria (above 1) or panic (below -1) in the spot market. Momentum in this index shows a strong relationship to spot returns.

The report also spotlights Basic Attention Token (BAT), which has surged over 100% since 11 October to around $0.27, significantly outpacing the broader altcoin recovery. The Ethereum-based token, which powers Brave browser’s privacy-focused advertising ecosystem serving over 100 million monthly users, has helped make social tokens the second-best performing sector over the past month, trailing only privacy coins.

For detailed insights, readers may download the full report.

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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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Family Support Now Make-or-Break for Overseas Postings, New Study Reveals


LONDON, UK – Media OutReach Newswire – 5 DECEMBER 2025 – Family wellbeing is emerging as one of the strongest predictors of success on international assignments – yet support for families has not always kept pace with modern mobility expectations, according to new research from AXA Global Healthcare.

Now in its third iteration (previously published in 2017 and 2020), the 2025 World of Work Report draws on survey responses from international assignees and HR decision-makers across multiple markets. The findings show that the pressures placed on family life during an international assignment are now among the leading reasons postings end early. Although most employers provide core practical support – from healthcare access to visa sponsorship and relocation – families often lack structured help in managing the personal and emotional adjustment.

Only 38% of families are entitled to universal support. Twenty eight percent receive it on a case-by-case basis and 24% are eligible only after a minimum tenure with the business. Yet even when support is available, such as extended leave to see loved ones or travel costs to get home, just 40% of assignees are aware of it. This highlights a communication gap between employers and employees.

Although few assignees receive consistent family support, its importance is clear. Those who relocate with their partners or children report significantly better mind health outcomes, with 67% saying they feel mentally well, compared with 42% of those living apart from their families and 48% of solo movers. And while many families do settle in well (60% report a manageable adjustment), notable challenges remain: 35% say their partner has struggled to find employment, 31% report strain on family life, and 28% say their partner or family would prefer to return home.

For assignees whose families remain in their home country, 93% use technology to stay connected, and 80% feel supported by their employer in maintaining contact. Yet distance still takes a toll: 35% report their wellbeing has been negatively impacted, 46% say separation has strained relationships, and 27% report worsened physical health.

Their ability to change this situation is limited, with only 29% of employers offering assignees the flexibility to adapt their benefits packages to cover their partner or family.

“International placements are about people – not just roles, budgets or business strategy,” said Karim Idilby, Chief Growth Officer, AXA Health International, which operates the AXA Global Healthcare brand.

“When families are supported to settle, stay connected and feel well, assignees thrive. When they aren’t, even the best-designed mobility programmes can falter. Our research highlights a clear opportunity for employers to take a more holistic, family-first approach to supporting the full assignment journey.”

Repatriation support missing

The research also highlighted other critical stages of the assignment journey, including repatriation, where many assignees face challenges with mind health, cultural readjustment, and ongoing support.

Only 2 in 5 assignees are offered psychological support post-assignment, despite 9 in 10 reporting a difficult period with their mind health challenge during their time abroad.

And although over half receive a promotion or guaranteed role on return, personal wellbeing and cultural readjustment often lag behind.

“Having lived and worked in six countries, I know first-hand that coming home can be the hardest part,” said Virginie Faucon, Chief Marketing Officer, AXA Health International.

“On my own return to France, the adjustment was unexpectedly complex – the psychological shift, the feeling of being out of sync with your own culture, and the toll on family unity can be profound. Yet only 3 in 5 HR decision-makers provide reverse culture shock training for assignees, showing how often this stage is overlooked. Repatriation is not an ‘end’ to the journey. It needs to be actively supported.”

The rising cost of global placements

The report suggests that the success criteria for assignments are shifting. Salary and logistical support remain essential, but wellbeing, cultural integration, and family inclusion now form the core of a sustainable global mobility strategy.

“Successful international placements build resilient, global organisations,” added Idilby. “But that success depends on people’s lives, families, and wellbeing being supported.

“This means making family support a core pillar of global mobility policy, reviewing benefits more frequently to reflect real-time needs, and recognising repatriation as a stage that requires just as much support as the move itself. Above all, prioritising mind health can help employees and their families adjust, settle, and ultimately thrive.”

ABOUT THE REPORT

AXA Global Healthcare’s 2025 World of Work Report is based on a survey conducted in June 2025 by Savanta, examining the experiences of international assignees and HR decision-makers across multiple global markets.

A total of 689 HR decision-makers and 641 non-native assignees participated. The geographic breakdown was as follows:
HR decision-makers: US 110, UK 109, France 53, Germany 54, UAE 55, Kenya 52, Hong Kong 50, Singapore 50, Thailand 53, China 103.

Non-native assignees: US 106, UK 114, France 51, Germany 52, UAE 59, Kenya 66, Hong Kong 49, Singapore 52, Thailand 51, China 41.

The report highlights trends in international assignment success, family support, mental health, and the repatriation experience, providing insights for organisations seeking to optimise their global mobility programmes.

The full report is available to read here: https://www.axaglobalhealthcare.com/en/about-us/reports/world-of-work-reports/

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ABOUT AXA HEALTH INTERNATIONAL AND AXA GLOBAL HEALTHCARE

AXA Health International is part of the wider AXA Group and specialises in international health and wellbeing solutions.

AXA Global Healthcare operates as one of the commercial entities within AXA Health International, providing premium international health insurance to individuals and businesses worldwide and has been protecting the healthcare needs of globally mobile citizens for more than 60 years. Offering cross-border health insurance to businesses and private individuals, we support customers living in more than 200 countries. Our constantly evolving propositions build upon decades of experience in global healthcare and the local knowledge and capabilities of AXA’s healthcare businesses across the world. We offer customers care and support though a global virtual doctor service, second medical opinion and personal case management services as well as evacuation and repatriation assistance. And to make sure customers get speedy access to medical treatment wherever they are in the world, they have access to AXA’s global medical network of 2.1 million healthcare providers.

AXA Global Healthcare is committed to driving a diverse workforce and promoting gender equality. We are part of the AXA Group – a global insurance company with more than 93 million clients worldwide.

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Infinix Brings Tournament-Grade Performance to the 2025 PUBG MOBILE Global Championship with GT 30 Pro as the Official Gaming Device

Infinix reinforces its commitment to mobile esports worldwide as the GT 30 Pro powers the 2025 PUBG MOBILE GLOBAL CHAMPIONSHIP in Bangkok.

HONG KONG, Dec. 5, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Infinix today announced its continued cooperation with PUBG MOBILE for the 2025 PUBG MOBILE Global Championship, with the Infinix GT 30 Pro selected as the exclusive official gaming device for this year’s tournament. The announcement follows the recent launch of the inaugural 2025 PUBG MOBILE Africa Cup in Kenya and underscores Infinix’s growing role in supporting competitive mobile gaming across emerging markets and on the global stage.

Infinix Sponsored Team at 2025 PMGC
Infinix Sponsored Team at 2025 PMGC

2025 PMGC Set to Unite 40 Elite Teams in Bangkok

The 2025 PUBG MOBILE Global Championship will take place in Bangkok, Thailand, from November 24 to December 14. The tournament features four stages: The Gauntlet, Group Stage, Last Chance, and Grand Finals. A total of 40 top teams from 12 regions, including one invited host team from Thailand, will compete for the world title.

As the official device sponsor, Infinix will support tournament operations with the GT 30 Pro and will be featured across event and broadcast integrations throughout the competition. Infinix will also present the tournament’s FMVP Award, recognising the standout player of 2025 PMGC.

2025 PMGC Official Gaming Phone GT 30 Pro
2025 PMGC Official Gaming Phone GT 30 Pro

GT 30 Pro Delivers Reliable Tournament-Level Performance for 2025 PMGC

As the official gaming device of the 2025 PMGC, the Infinix GT 30 Pro has been optimised to support the demands of high-intensity competitive gameplay. The device maintains stable high-frame-rate performance, rapid touch response, and dependable thermal management during extended match sessions. Its responsive controls, high-refresh display, and system-level enhancements for PUBG MOBILE ensure that professional players can compete with accuracy and consistency throughout the tournament.

The Infinix Product Director said: “Infinix believes that competitive mobile gaming should be both high-performance and accessible. Our involvement in the 2025 PMGC, following initiatives such as the 2025 PUBG MOBILE Africa Cup, 2025 PMSL CSA, MENA, AM, and EU, allows us to support global competition with the GT 30 Pro while enabling more players to experience the excitement of professional mobile esports.”

From 2025 PUBG MOBILE Africa Cup to 2025 PMGC: Strengthening Esports Pathways

Earlier this year, Infinix and PUBG MOBILE launched the first official tournament on the African continent, the 2025 PUBG MOBILE Africa Cup in Kenya. The GT 30 Pro served as the official device, and the champion team secured direct qualification for the 2025 PMGC. This marked a meaningful step forward in supporting the growth of esports in emerging regions.

As the journey to PMGC continues, Infinix is rolling out global fan-engagement initiatives that bring communities closer to the world’s biggest mobile esports stage. These include creator-led content collaborations, regional community activities, and interactive digital campaigns that highlight the passion and energy of mobile esports.

In selected regions, Infinix will also introduce PMGC-themed product experiences and limited-time fan rewards to build additional excitement around the competition.

Main Infinix PMGC Activities

  • Four featured content creators will take part in the PUBG MOBILE Superstars Unite programme as Infinix Team.
  • A total of 16 fan ambassadors from around the world will participate, representing Indonesia, Malaysia, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Saudi Arabia, Kenya, Tanzania and Ethiopia.
  • Infinix will support three teams from emerging markets: ARCRED, Influence Rage and True Rippers.

Key Tournament Information

  • Dates: November 24 to December 14, 2025
  • Grand Finals: December 12 to 14
  • Location: Bangkok, Thailand
  • League Stage Venue: Imperial World Samrong
  • Grand Finals Venue: Siam Paragon Hall
  • Official Gaming Device: Infinix GT 30 Pro
  • Livestream Platforms: Twitch, YouTube Gaming, PUBG MOBILE Official Channels

About Infinix:

Founded in 2013, Infinix is a trendy tech brand crafted for young consumers. With a presence in over 70 countries, Infinix delivers cutting-edge technology, stylish design, and outstanding performance. Our product lineup includes smartphones, TWS earbuds, smartwatches, laptops, and smart TVs. In 2023, Infinix was recognized in Kantar and Google’s top 50 Chinese Global Brand Builders Report and ranked sixth in Fast Company’s World’s Most Innovative Companies of 2024 in the Asia-Pacific sector. For more information, please visit: http://www.infinixmobility.com/.

About PUBG MOBILE:

PUBG MOBILE is based on PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS, the phenomenon that took the world of interactive entertainment by storm in 2017. Up to 100 players parachute onto a remote island to battle in a winner-takes-all showdown. Players must locate and scavenge their own weapons, vehicles, and supplies, and defeat every player in a visually and tactically rich battleground that forces players into a shrinking play zone. PUBG MOBILE is co-developed by LIGHTSPEED STUDIOS of Tencent Games and KRAFTON, Inc.

For more information, please visit the official PUBG MOBILE accounts on Facebook, Instagram, X and YouTube.

PUBG MOBILE is available to download for free on the App Store and Google Play.

Soaring into the Future: A Triumphant Close for the 27th China Hi-Tech Fair


SHENZHEN, CHINA – Media OutReach Newswire – 5 December 2025 – On November 16, 2025, the three-day 27th China Hi-Tech Fair (CHTF) successfully concluded at Hall 16 of the Shenzhen World Exhibition & Convention Center (Bao’an District). As a major industrial event aligned with national strategic goals, this year’s fair closely followed the guidance outlined in the 15th Five-Year Plan, which calls for “accelerating the development of strategic emerging industry clusters in the low-altitude economy,” as well as directives from the government work report to “promote the safe and healthy development of the low-altitude economy.”

Soaring into the Future: A Triumphant Close for the 27th China Hi-Tech Fair
Soaring into the Future: A Triumphant Close for the 27th China Hi-Tech Fair

The exhibition attracted over 200 leading enterprises from across the global low-altitude industry chain, showcasing more than 1,000 cutting-edge technologies and products in the field. The event welcomed over 450,000 professional buyers and industry guests from around the world and drew more than 300 specialized procurement delegations focused on the low-altitude sector. This fair served as a vital platform for driving the scaled growth of the low-altitude economy, strengthening its role as a key bridge between policy direction, industrial innovation, and global market integration.

Capturing the Highlights: A Tech Extravaganza Ignites Industry Enthusiasm

Throughout the exhibition, a series of high-impact moments vividly reflected the growing momentum of the industry. At the opening ceremony, a “low-altitude intelligent drone performance” featuring a fleet of over 100 drones executed precise formation changes, showcasing cutting-edge technology and energizing the audience.

The China launch of the Drone Simulator World Cup Racing Series was broadcast live across multiple platforms, drawing over one million viewers for a single session and offering global audiences a thrilling taste of the “F1 of the skies.”

Meanwhile, the Drone Soccer demonstration area became a popular interactive hotspot, presenting the diverse application potential of low-altitude technologies in a fun and engaging way. These highlights offered compelling proof of the accelerating large-scale deployment of “new technologies, new products, and new scenarios” within the low-altitude economy.

Showcasing End-to-End Innovation: Driving Industrial Upgrades Through Technological Vitality

Inside the exhibition hall, innovation across the entire industry chain was in full bloom.

In the core components sector, industry leaders demonstrated robust technological capabilities. Among them were AVIC Composite, a world-class enterprise under the State-owned Assets Supervision and Administration Commission (SASAC), showcasing advanced prepreg and honeycomb products; and Shaanxi Maosong Sci-Tech, a nationally recognized “Little Giant” enterprise specializing in high-precision innovation, exhibiting high-performance titanium alloy materials—together laying a solid foundation for industrial development.

On the core equipment front, a diverse array of breakthrough solutions reflected the industry’s growing depth. Yingwu Intelligent presented its eVTOL aircraft; HighGreat Innovation unveiled its comprehensive drone ecosystem; HaDeepTech showcased its integrated “Smart Management + Smart Flight” system; and Efy Intelligent Control offered its industrial-grade drone solutions—covering a wide range of application scenarios across cultural tourism, industrial operations, and intelligent control.

In specialized sub-sectors, a number of key innovations contributed to building a comprehensive low-altitude industry ecosystem across energy supply, safety, and operational services.

Notable examples include perovskite energy products from Guangdong Vascular Energy, intelligent counter-drone systems from LIGONG Quansheng, airspace management solutions from Shenzhen Urban Transport Planning Center, and general-purpose soft robotics from Wanxun Technology.

These technologies collectively strengthen the ecosystem from multiple dimensions. Meanwhile, featured innovations from leading enterprises such as Xingtu Dynamics and Liangma Technology further enriched the exhibition, offering visitors an immersive experience of how low-altitude technologies are transforming a wide range of industries.

Empowering Through Forums and Matchmaking: Building a Strong Bridge for Industrial Synergy

As a core component of the exhibition, the 2nd China Low-Altitude Economy Industry Summit Forum brought together academicians from China’s two leading academies, industry experts, and representatives from top enterprises. The forum featured in-depth discussions on key topics such as aircraft design optimization, intelligent airspace management, and the development of industry standards systems.

Two major releases—the White Paper on Low-Altitude Economy Talent and the 2025–2027 Shenzhen Low-Altitude Economy Standard Framework and Development Roadmap—provided authoritative guidance for the sector’s future development.

The Forbes China Exclusive Showcase Zone offered innovative enterprises a high-profile international exposure platform, further enhancing the layout of the low-altitude economy ecosystem.

A series of global procurement matchmaking sessions and investment–financing alignment meetings effectively connected technology providers, manufacturers, application platforms, and capital partners. More than 300 specialized procurement delegations in the low-altitude sector helped enterprises expand their commercial footprint, while dedicated investment sessions accelerated the commercialization of innovative outcomes.

Widespread Acclaim: A Shared Vision for the Future of the Low-Altitude Economy

The exhibition received high praise from both exhibitors and visitors.

Many participating companies commented, “The professionalism and foot traffic of the fair far exceeded our expectations. It not only enabled us to connect precisely with high-quality partners but also gave us a strong sense of the rapid progress from technological R&D to real-world applications in the low-altitude economy. We’re more confident than ever about the industry’s future.”

Overseas buyers also shared their impressions, stating, “The level of innovation in the products and technologies here is truly impressive. It fully demonstrates the strength of China’s low-altitude economy. We look forward to exploring deeper cooperation in the future.”

The successful conclusion of this year’s fair not only showcased the vibrant momentum of cross-sector integration within the low-altitude economy, but also established a solid platform for global technology exchange and industrial collaboration.

Looking ahead, the fair will remain closely aligned with national strategic priorities, continue to aggregate global innovation resources, deepen collaboration across industry, academia, research, and application, and further optimize the industrial ecosystem.

By vigorously promoting the “Low-Altitude Economy +” cross-sector integration initiative, the event will help accelerate Shenzhen’s efforts to build a globally competitive low-altitude economy industrial cluster.

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“Spirit Realm” Revealed: High-Monetization Game Veteran Shifts Focus to Female-Led Cozy Fantasy


SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 5 December 2025 – Spirit Realm, led by former ZT Online (Zhengtu Online) producer from Giant Interactive, was officially unveiled at Singapore Comic Con 2025. The title is in Kickstarter pre-launch and has been selected for the Witchstarter collection—underscoring the team’s pivot to female-first cozy play with an AI companion at its heart.

Revealed original artwork of the product and the Kickstarter product bundle
Revealed original artwork of the product and the Kickstarter product bundle

Founder Chung Leo—ex-producer of ZT Online—comes from Giant Interactive Group Inc. (NYSE: GA, 2007), an early U.S-listed Chinese game company. During the mobile internet era, he played a pivotal role in evolving the ZT Online IP—one of the most famously high-monetization franchises in gaming history—solidifying its status as a top-grossing title. After achieving tremendous commercial success, he relocated to Singapore and Malaysia to study design and cutting-edge technology, devoting himself to exploring new gaming paradigms born from the fusion of modern tech and culture.

In June 2025, Leo reunited with three veteran developers from Shanghai to participate in the SuperAI Next Hackathon in Singapore. Their goal: build an AI-driven turn-based gameplay engine he had long envisioned. The result? A global Top 20 finish and a fully functioning AI engine capable of weaving dynamic interactions, personalities, and narrative flow.

Spirit Realm unveiled now is the first product crafted with this award-winning AI turn-based engine. Rather than hurrying to launch, the team is channeling insights from years of study in Singapore and Malaysia to craft a worldview grounded in oracles and legends. That lore is being systematically encoded into the game’s AI, with the aim of prototyping a new play paradigm where narrative, ritual, and system design reinforce each other.

To validate whether this oracle-and-legend framework resonates with Gen Z, the team has brought a tangible companion set to Kickstarter: “24 Spirit Realm Runes + Lore Chronicle + Visual Novel Game”—a combination of 24 original rune cards, an art-and-lore chronicle, and early access to the visual novel game, offering players a preliminary dive into the world of Spirit Realm.

The development team of Spirit Realm firmly believes that games should serve as a vehicle for spiritual healing. At its core, it is designed for modern women (and anyone who needs a moment of peace). Against the fast-paced backdrop of Southeast and East Asian urban life, the team noticed a growing desire for gentleness: self-care, slow living, and the freedom to simply be oneself.

In Spirit Realm, players can alleviate anxiety and find peace through rune divination, pastoral farming, bonding with attentive and empathetic guardian deities, and exploring an unfamiliar fantasy world. The game aims to bring the warmth and tranquility of the Spirit Realm to every soul in need of solace.

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Be among the first to enter the mystical world of Spirit Realm. The exclusive Kickstarter bundle – featuring hand-illustrated rune cards, a rich lore chronicle, and early access to the visual novel—offers a unique journey into cozy, meaningful gameplay.

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IBM Designated as a Critical Third-Party Provider Under EU DORA

ARMONK, N.Y., Dec. 5, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — The Digital Operational Resilience Act (DORA) is a European Union regulation designed to ensure that financial entities—such as banks, insurance companies, and investment firms—and their critical Information and Communication Technology (ICT) providers can withstand and recover from technology disruptions, including cyber incidents and technical failures.

IBM Corporation logo.
IBM Corporation logo.

IBM (NYSE: IBM) was recently designated by the European Supervisory Authorities (EBA, EIOPA, ESMA) as a critical ICT third-party provider under DORA. This designation reflects the essential role that technology providers like IBM play in supporting the resilience of Europe’s financial sector.

The objective is clear: strengthen operational resilience across Europe’s financial ecosystem, mitigate systemic risk, and ensure trust in the stability and security of digital services.

What This Means for IBM and our Clients

IBM has long been a trusted partner to the world’s financial services firms, with decades of experience supporting the financial sector and collaborating with financial regulators and oversight bodies worldwide.

This designation places IBM in-scope for supervision by European Supervisory Authorities as a critical third-party provider, and we will work closely with the ESAs to ensure operational and technical resilience that is critical to Europe’s financial system.

For our clients, this designation reinforces IBM’s longstanding commitment to operational resilience and regulatory compliance. We will continue to provide guidance and resources to help financial institutions meet their own DORA obligations while maintaining innovation and competitiveness.

Ahead of DORA’s implementation, we have worked across our technology and services units to address requirements for both IBM and our clients, contributing to an EU-wide framework that protects the stability of Europe’s financial system. We continually strengthen our cybersecurity technologies, defenses, and governance worldwide to meet the highest standards of security and operational resilience.

We look forward to constructive engagement with the European Supervisory Authorities and to drawing on our deep expertise in risk management, cybersecurity, and regulatory compliance to help clients navigate evolving requirements with confidence.

Our priorities include:

  • Collaborating with regulators to ensure compliance and transparency
  • Supporting financial institutions in meeting their own DORA obligations
  • Investing in resilience to safeguard stability and trust in digital services

Together, we can help Europe’s financial ecosystem remain secure, resilient, and ready for the future. 

Learn more:

About IBM 

IBM is a leading global hybrid cloud and AI, and business services provider, helping clients in more than 175 countries capitalize on insights from their data, streamline business processes, reduce costs and gain the competitive edge in their industries. Thousands of governments and corporate entities in critical infrastructure areas such as financial services, telecommunications and healthcare rely on IBM’s hybrid cloud platform and Red Hat OpenShift to affect their digital transformations quickly, efficiently and securely. IBM’s breakthrough innovations in AI, quantum computing, industry-specific cloud solutions and business services deliver open and flexible options to our clients. All of this is backed by IBM’s legendary commitment to trust, transparency, responsibility, inclusivity and service.

For more information, visit https://research.ibm.com.

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Lobna Hassan
IBM
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Tuniu Announces Unaudited Third Quarter 2025 Financial Results

NANJING, China, Dec. 5, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Tuniu Corporation (NASDAQ: TOUR) (“Tuniu” or the “Company”), a leading online leisure travel company in China, today announced its unaudited financial results for the third quarter ended September 30, 2025.

“In the third quarter, our business maintained steady growth momentum,” said Mr. Donald Dunde Yu, Tuniu’s founder, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer. “Revenues from Tuniu’s core packaged tour products increased by 12.4% year-over-year. At the same time, we continued to deliver quarterly profitability on both a GAAP and non-GAAP basis. During the peak season, in response to customers’ evolving needs, we leveraged our core capabilities and worked closely with our partners to better tailor our products, services and channels, further improving customer satisfaction. Looking forward, we will further apply technologies such as AI applications across more scenarios to further enhance Tuniu’s operational efficiency and customer experience. Our ongoing commitment to product and technology innovation will continue to drive high-quality development and fuel the company’s long-term growth.”

Third Quarter 2025 Results

Net revenues were RMB202.1 million (US$28.4 million[1]) in the third quarter of 2025, representing a year-over-year increase of 8.6% from the corresponding period in 2024.

  • Revenues from packaged tours were RMB179.0 million (US$25.1 million) in the third quarter of 2025, representing a year-over-year increase of 12.4% from the corresponding period in 2024. The increase was primarily due to the growth of organized tours and self-guided tours.
  • Other revenues were RMB23.0 million (US$3.2 million) in the third quarter of 2025, representing a year-over-year decrease of 13.7% from the corresponding period in 2024. The decrease was primarily due to the decrease in the commission fees received from other travel-related products.

Cost of revenues was RMB92.5 million (US$13.0 million) in the third quarter of 2025, representing a year-over-year increase of 44.0% from the corresponding period in 2024. As a percentage of net revenues, cost of revenues was 45.8% in the third quarter of 2025, compared to 34.5% in the corresponding period in 2024.

Gross profit was RMB109.6 million (US$15.4 million) in the third quarter of 2025, representing a year-over-year decrease of 10.0% from the corresponding period in 2024.

Operating expenses were RMB95.8 million (US$13.5 million) in the third quarter of 2025, representing a year-over-year increase of 3.4% from the corresponding period in 2024.

[1] The conversion of Renminbi (“RMB”) into United States dollars (“US$”) is based on the exchange rate of US$1.00=RMB7.1190 on September 30, 2025 as set forth in H.10 statistical release of the U.S. Federal Reserve Board and available at https://www.federalreserve.gov/releases/h10/default.htm.

  • Research and product development expenses were RMB15.7 million (US$2.2 million) in the third quarter of 2025, representing a year-over-year increase of 15.4%. The increase was primarily due to the increase in research and product development personnel related expenses. Research and product development expenses as a percentage of net revenues were 7.8% in the third quarter of 2025.
  • Sales and marketing expenses were RMB61.5 million (US$8.6 million) in the third quarter of 2025, representing a year-over-year increase of 1.6%. The increase was primarily due to the increase in sales and marketing personnel related expenses. Sales and marketing expenses as a percentage of net revenues were 30.5% in the third quarter of 2025.
  • General and administrative expenses were RMB18.5 million (US$2.6 million) in the third quarter of 2025, which were almost in line with general and administrative expenses in the third quarter of 2024. General and administrative expenses as a percentage of net revenues were 9.2% in the third quarter of 2025.

Income from operations was RMB13.8 million (US$1.9 million) in the third quarter of 2025, compared to an income from operations of RMB29.2 million in the third quarter of 2024. Non-GAAP[2] income from operations, which excluded share-based compensation expenses and amortization of acquired intangible assets, was RMB15.8 million (US$2.2 million) in the third quarter of 2025.

Net income was RMB19.4 million (US$2.7 million) in the third quarter of 2025, compared to a net income of RMB43.9 million in the third quarter of 2024. Non-GAAP net income, which excluded share-based compensation expenses and amortization of acquired intangible assets, was RMB21.4 million (US$3.0 million) in the third quarter of 2025.

Net income attributable to ordinary shareholders of Tuniu Corporation was RMB19.8 million (US$2.8 million) in the third quarter of 2025, compared to a net income attributable to ordinary shareholders of Tuniu Corporation of RMB44.4 million in the third quarter of 2024. Non-GAAP net income attributable to ordinary shareholders of Tuniu Corporation, which excluded share-based compensation expenses and amortization of acquired intangible assets, was RMB21.8 million (US$3.1 million) in the third quarter of 2025.

As of September 30, 2025, the Company had cash and cash equivalents, restricted cash, short-term investments and long-term deposits of RMB1.1 billion (US$155.6 million). 

[2] The section below entitled “About Non-GAAP Financial Measures” provides information about the use of Non-GAAP financial measures in this press release, and the table captioned “Reconciliations of GAAP and Non-GAAP Results” set forth at the end of this press release reconciles Non-GAAP financial information with the Company’s financial results under GAAP.

Business Outlook

For the fourth quarter of 2025, Tuniu expects to generate RMB111.0 million to RMB116.1 million of net revenues, which represents an 8% to 13% increase year-over-year compared with net revenues in the corresponding period in 2024. This forecast reflects Tuniu’s current and preliminary view on the industry and its operations, which is subject to change.

Share Repurchase Update

In March 2024, the Company’s Board of Directors authorized a share repurchase program (the “2024 Share Repurchase Program”) under which the Company may repurchase up to US$10 million worth of its ordinary shares or American depositary shares (“ADS”) representing ordinary shares. By August 2025, the Company had repurchased an aggregate of approximately 10.7 million ADSs for US$10 million from the open market under the 2024 Share Repurchase Program, and accordingly, the 2024 Share Repurchase Program was terminated.

In August 2025, the Company’s Board of Directors authorized a new share repurchase program (the “2025 Share Repurchase Program”) under which the Company may repurchase up to US$10 million worth of its ordinary shares or ADS representing ordinary shares, effective immediately upon the termination of the 2024 Share Repurchase Program. As of November 30, 2025, the Company had repurchased an aggregate of approximately 3.0 million ADSs for approximately US$2.6 million from the open market under the 2025 Share Repurchase Program.

Conference Call Information

Tuniu’s management will hold an earnings conference call at 8:00 am U.S. Eastern Time, on December 5, 2025, (9:00 pm, Beijing/Hong Kong Time, on December 5, 2025) to discuss the third quarter 2025 financial results.

To participate in the conference call, please dial the following numbers:

United States

1-888-346-8982

Hong Kong

852-301-84992

Mainland China

4001-201203

International

1-412-902-4272

Conference ID: Tuniu 3Q 2025 Earnings Conference Call

A telephone replay will be available one hour after the end of the conference call through December 12, 2025. The dial-in details are as follows:

United States

1-855-669-9658

International

1-412-317-0088

Replay Access Code: 2651018

Additionally, a live and archived webcast of the conference call will also be available on the Company’s investor relations website at http://ir.tuniu.com.

About Tuniu

Tuniu (Nasdaq: TOUR) is a leading online leisure travel company in China that offers integrated travel service with a large selection of packaged tours, including organized and self-guided tours, as well as travel-related services for leisure travelers through its website tuniu.com and mobile platform. Tuniu provides one-stop leisure travel solutions and a compelling customer experience through its online platform and offline service network, including a dedicated team of professional customer service representatives, 24/7 call centers, extensive networks of offline retail stores and self-operated local tour operators. For more information, please visit http://ir.tuniu.com.

Safe Harbor Statement

This press release contains forward-looking statements made under the “safe harbor” provisions of Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, and the U.S. Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These forward-looking statements can be identified by terminology such as “will,” “expects,” “anticipates,” “future,” “intends,” “plans,” “believes,” “estimates,” “confident” and similar statements. Tuniu may also make written or oral forward-looking statements in its reports filed with or furnished to the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, in its annual report to shareholders, in press releases and other written materials and in oral statements made by its officers, directors or employees to third parties. Any statements that are not historical facts, including statements about Tuniu’s beliefs and expectations, are forward-looking statements that involve factors, risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from those in the forward-looking statements. Such factors and risks include, but are not limited to the following: Tuniu’s goals and strategies; the growth of the online leisure travel market in China; the demand for Tuniu’s products and services; its relationships with customers and travel suppliers; Tuniu’s ability to offer competitive travel products and services; Tuniu’s future business development, results of operations and financial condition; competition in the online travel industry in China; government policies and regulations relating to Tuniu’s structure, business and industry; the impact of health epidemics on Tuniu’s business operations, the travel industry and the economy of China and elsewhere generally; and the general economic and business condition in China and elsewhere. Further information regarding these and other risks, uncertainties or factors is included in the Company’s filings with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. All information provided in this press release is current as of the date of the press release, and Tuniu does not undertake any obligation to update such information, except as required under applicable law.

About Non-GAAP Financial Measures

To supplement the Company’s unaudited consolidated financial results presented in accordance with United States Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (“GAAP”), the Company has provided non-GAAP information related to income from operations, net income, net income attributable to ordinary shareholders of Tuniu Corporation, which excludes share-based compensation expenses and amortization of acquired intangible assets. The presentation of this non-GAAP financial measure is not intended to be considered in isolation or as a substitute for the financial information prepared and presented in accordance with U.S. GAAP. We believe that the non-GAAP financial measures used in this press release are useful for understanding and assessing underlying business performance and operating trends, and management and investors benefit from referring to these non-GAAP financial measures in assessing our financial performance and when planning and forecasting future periods.

This non-GAAP financial measure is not defined under U.S. GAAP and is not presented in accordance with U.S. GAAP. The non-GAAP financial measure has limitations as an analytical tool. Further, this non-GAAP measure may differ from the non-GAAP information used by other companies, including peer companies, and therefore its comparability may be limited. The Company compensates for these limitations by reconciling the non-GAAP financial measure to the nearest U.S. GAAP performance measure, all of which should be considered when evaluating performance. Tuniu encourages investors and others to review its financial information in its entirety and not rely on a single financial measure.

For more information on these non-GAAP financial measures, please see the table captioned “Reconciliations of GAAP and non-GAAP Results” set forth at the end of this press release.

(Financial Tables Follow)

 

Tuniu Corporation

Unaudited Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets

(All amounts in thousands, except per share information)

 December 31, 2024 

 September 30, 2025 

 September 30, 2025 

 RMB 

 RMB 

 US$ 

ASSETS

Current assets

Cash and cash equivalents

465,004

229,141

32,187

Restricted cash 

26,061

10,508

1,476

Short-term investments

432,823

724,937

101,831

Accounts receivable, net

43,313

86,023

12,084

Amounts due from related parties

752

1,045

147

Prepayments and other current assets  

235,443

251,104

35,272

Total current assets

1,203,396

1,302,758

182,997

Non-current assets

Long-term investments

534,041

330,784

46,465

Property and equipment, net

32,849

19,705

2,768

Intangible assets, net

22,210

20,482

2,877

Land use right, net

88,467

Operating lease right-of-use assets, net

9,266

7,559

1,062

Other non-current assets

19,208

20,734

2,913

Total non-current assets

706,041

399,264

56,085

Total assets

1,909,437

1,702,022

239,082

LIABILITIES AND EQUITY

Current liabilities

Short-term borrowings

36

36

5

Accounts and notes payable 

290,112

327,405

45,990

Amounts due to related parties

3,121

7,021

986

Salary and welfare payable

23,148

23,035

3,236

Taxes payable

5,060

1,716

241

Advances from customers

247,151

93,847

13,183

Operating lease liabilities, current

2,994

3,294

463

Accrued expenses and other current liabilities

322,034

266,936

37,496

Total current liabilities

893,656

723,290

101,600

Non-current liabilities

Operating lease liabilities, non-current

1,680

1,198

168

Deferred tax liabilities

5,151

4,677

657

Total non-current liabilities

6,831

5,875

825

Total liabilities

900,487

729,165

102,425

Equity

Ordinary shares

249

249

35

Less: Treasury stock

(329,668)

(364,956)

(51,265)

Additional paid-in capital

9,146,928

9,120,883

1,281,203

Accumulated other comprehensive income

313,460

309,660

43,498

Accumulated deficit

(8,050,378)

(8,020,799)

(1,126,675)

Total Tuniu Corporation shareholders’ equity

1,080,591

1,045,037

146,796

Noncontrolling interests

(71,641)

(72,180)

(10,139)

Total equity

1,008,950

972,857

136,657

Total liabilities and equity

1,909,437

1,702,022

239,082

 

 

Tuniu Corporation

Unaudited Condensed Consolidated Statements of Comprehensive Income

(All amounts in thousands, except per share information)

 Quarter Ended 

 Quarter Ended 

 Quarter Ended 

 Quarter Ended 

 September 30, 2024 

 June 30, 2025 

 September 30, 2025 

 September 30, 2025 

 RMB 

 RMB 

 RMB 

 US$ 

Revenues

Packaged tours

159,289

113,404

179,018

25,147

Others

26,706

21,450

23,042

3,237

Net revenues

185,995

134,854

202,060

28,384

Cost of revenues

(64,212)

(48,865)

(92,455)

(12,987)

Gross profit

121,783

85,989

109,605

15,397

Operating expenses

Research and product development

(13,640)

(16,403)

(15,734)

(2,210)

Sales and marketing

(60,578)

(45,019)

(61,533)

(8,643)

General and administrative

(18,600)

(17,760)

(18,497)

(2,598)

Other operating income/(loss)

202

312

(2)

Total operating expenses

(92,616)

(78,870)

(95,766)

(13,451)

Income from operations

29,167

7,119

13,839

1,946

Other income/(expenses)

Interest and investment income, net

7,213

7,279

8,912

1,252

Interest expense

(865)

(583)

(576)

(81)

Foreign exchange gains/(losses), net

1,115

(804)

(858)

(121)

Other income/(loss), net

6,931

(55)

(480)

(67)

Income before income tax expense

43,561

12,956

20,837

2,929

Income tax expense

(159)

(274)

(625)

(88)

Equity in income/(loss) of affiliates

464

1,423

(844)

(119)

Net income

43,866

14,105

19,368

2,722

Net loss attributable to noncontrolling interests

(582)

(421)

(383)

(54)

Net income attributable to ordinary shareholders of Tuniu
Corporation

44,448

14,526

19,751

2,776

Net income

43,866

14,105

19,368

2,722

Other comprehensive income:

Foreign currency translation adjustment, net of nil tax

(6,859)

(1,625)

(1,314)

(185)

Comprehensive income

37,007

12,480

18,054

2,537

Net income per ordinary share attributable to ordinary shareholders –
basic and diluted

0.12

0.04

0.06

0.01

Net income per ADS – basic and diluted*

0.36

0.12

0.18

0.03

Weighted average number of ordinary shares used in computing
basic income per share

357,427,106

343,694,559

339,255,345

339,255,345

Weighted average number of ordinary shares used in computing
diluted income per share

359,607,726

345,928,965

341,395,417

341,395,417

Share-based compensation expenses included are as follows

Cost of revenues

65

65

65

9

Research and product development

65

65

65

9

Sales and marketing

32

32

32

4

General and administrative

1,246

1,244

1,247

175

Total

1,408

1,406

1,409

197

*Each ADS represents three of the Company’s ordinary shares.

 

 

Reconciliations of GAAP and Non-GAAP Results

(All amounts in thousands, except per share information)

 Quarter Ended September 30, 2025

 GAAP Result 

 Share-based 

Amortization of acquired 

 Non-GAAP 

 Compensation 

  intangible assets 

 Result 

Income from operations

13,839

1,409

591

15,839

Net income

19,368

1,409

591

21,368

Net income attributable to ordinary shareholders

19,751

1,409

591

21,751

 Quarter Ended June 30, 2025

 GAAP Result 

 Share-based 

Amortization of acquired 

 Non-GAAP 

 Compensation 

  intangible assets 

 Result 

Income from operations

7,119

1,406

591

9,116

Net income

14,105

1,406

591

16,102

Net income attributable to ordinary shareholders

14,526

1,406

591

16,523

 Quarter Ended September 30, 2024

 GAAP Result 

 Share-based 

Amortization of acquired 

 Non-GAAP 

 Compensation 

  intangible assets 

 Result 

Income from operations

29,167

1,408

764

31,339

Net income

43,866

1,408

764

46,038

Net income attributable to ordinary shareholders

44,448

1,408

764

46,620