Corporate citizenship in action with HK$20,000 for each hospitalised victim

HONG KONG, Dec. 3, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Prudential Hong Kong Limited (“Prudential”) and Standard Chartered Bank (Hong Kong) Limited (“Standard Chartered”) are deeply saddened by the recent fire incident in Tai Po and extend their heartfelt condolences to the affected individuals and their families. As partners for 26 years, both organisations believe that in times of hardship, joining forces to deliver practical support is a demonstration of true corporate citizenship.

Today, Prudential and Standard Chartered announced that they will jointly provide a one-off emergency assistance payment of HK$20,000 to each individual hospitalised as a result of the incident, supporting medical and daily needs.

Details of the assistance application process will be announced shortly on the official websites of Prudential and Standard Chartered. Affected individuals or their families are encouraged to stay tuned for updates.

About Prudential Hong Kong Limited

Prudential has been serving the people of Hong Kong since 1964. Through Prudential Hong Kong Limited and Prudential General Insurance Hong Kong Limited, we provide a range of financial planning services and products including individual life insurance, investment-linked insurance, retirement solutions, health and medical protection, general insurance, and employee benefits to protect over 1.4 million customers in Hong Kong. In 2023, Prudential established its Macau branch to offer health insurance and financial solutions for the Macau community, completing its footprint in the Greater Bay Area. Please visit www.prudential.com.hk for more information.

From thoughtful gifts to meaningful moments, visitors are invited to discover a Christmas that feels “just right” with their loved ones

KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia, Dec. 3, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — IPC Shopping Centre is proud to unveil it’s Christmas campaign ‘Once Upon a Christmas Dream’, dedicated to thoughtful gifting. Rooted in its brand slogan, “The Lagom Life, It’s Just Right,” this year’s celebration brings the magic of the season to life, reminding every visitor that the best gift can come in many forms, from cherished keepsakes to shared experiences, simple joys, and heartwarming moments spent together.

From 20 November to 4 January, IPC is transformed into a sanctuary of festive warmth, dedicated to bringing the magic of the season to life through a truly unique Scandinavian-inspired experience. The Concourse set-up will immerse visitors in a charming Swedish Winter Market, where the aesthetics of authentic wooden houses, rustic textures, and warm, warm lighting evoke an enchanting Scandinavian charm.

Central to this festive installation is the iconic Dala Horse, taking on a bigger role as Santa’s reindeer, carrying festive cheer to create a dream Christmas for all. The magical atmosphere is further brought to life through intricate details such as the placement of Tomte figurines and other Nordic elements throughout the concourse.

Guests are also invited to engage with a variety of curated interactive spaces, including the bustling marketplace, creative craft corner, and beautifully designed photo-worthy spots, all intended to foster a magical Christmas for every individual and family.

Festive Entertainment & Engaging Workshops
The magical experience extends beyond the festive set-ups with a line-up of performances on selected dates at the Concourse at Level G. Themed musical acts, including bagpipes & drums, acapella carolling, and brass ensemble performances will fill the shopping centre with holiday warmth.

IPC’s beloved mascots, Tomte and Swedish Maiden, will also greet visitors during their walkabouts, offering delightful, impromptu “gifts” of joy and photo-worthy encounters.

Children registered under IPC’s Små Club can participate in complimentary craft workshops by pre-registering via the IPC App. These sessions include creating festive ornaments, decorating gingerbread house bags, assembling New Year’s Celebration Crackers, and crafting 2026 Wand Streamers, all designed to inspire creativity and family bonding, proving that some of the best kinds of just-right gifts are moments spent together.

A Greener Christmas Designed Responsibly
In line with Lagom Life’s emphasis on balance and mindful choices, IPC Shopping Centre continues its commitment to sustainable living through mindful selection of materials for the festive set-up and enhanced rewards for recyclers.

This year, IPC’s Christmas setup continues its mindful practices by incorporating reusable and recyclable elements throughout the festive décor. Many structures are crafted from untreated wood, while decorative pieces are either reused or thoughtfully designed to be reused and repurposed. After the campaign, IPC will work closely with its partner to responsibly collect and recycle materials, ensuring a celebration that is both joyful and environmentally considerate.

From 20 November to 1 March 2026, Tack Club members can earn double Tack Points via the IPC App for selected materials at the Recycling and Buy-Back Centre (RBBC).

• Paper: 20 points per kg
• Cardboard: 20 points per kg
• Metal: 40 points per kg
• Aluminum: 100 points per 0.5kg

Complementing this, visitors are also encouraged to bring their own food containers or tumblers when ordering takeaways at participating outlets for their festive gatherings. Through the recently introduced “Bring Your Own Container (BYOC) Reward Programme,” Tack Club members can unlock the “BYOC Reward” in the IPC app using 5 Tack Points from the Rewards Catalogue and scan the outlet’s QR code at the checkout counter to receive a RM0.50 instant discount.

A Christmas Gift for Shoppers
Building on this spirit of giving, IPC Shopping Centre has prepared thoughtful, practical gifts for shoppers that can be redeemed at the i-Counter, Level G, including:

• RM10 Tack e-voucher with a minimum spend of RM200 in two (2) receipts
• RM30 e-vouchers and a Large-capacity Compact Bag with a minimum spend RM1,000 in three (3) receipts for regular shoppers and RM800 for Tack Club members
• RM30 e-vouchers alongside a 23″ Auto Open/Close UV Umbrella with LED Light with a minimum spend RM1,200 in three (3) receipts for regular shoppers and RM1,000 for Tack Club members

Ms Karyn Lim, General Manager of IPC Shopping Centre shared “At IPC Shopping Centre, we believe that the ‘just-right’ Christmas gift goes beyond what can be bought or wrapped. It’s about thoughtfulness and finding that special something, be it a practical item, a beautiful object, a shared meal, a moment of laughter, or even a simple stroll around the Christmas Marketplace that brightens their day. This year, our ‘Once Upon A Christmas Dream’ celebration is designed to help every visitor discover what feels meaningful to them.”

“Anchored in our Lagom Life philosophy, living with balance, simplicity, and purpose, every aspect of this campaign has been curated to spark joy without excess, create beauty with intention, and encourage mindful celebration. From our breathtaking Scandinavian-inspired set-up to our practical rewards and memorable experiences, IPC Shopping Centre is dedicated to being more than just a shopping destination. We want to be a place where festive dreams come true and meaningful connections happen so every visitor can discover their own ‘just right’ Christmas with us.”

With uplifting experiences, a sustainable festive set-up, engaging workshops, and thoughtful shopping rewards, IPC Shopping Centre warmly invites the community to celebrate a Christmas filled with authentic Nordic warmth, and the joy of finding just the right gift and create memorable moments together.

For more information about ‘Once Upon a Christmas Dream”, please visit ipc.com.my or follow IPC Shopping Centre on Facebook, Instagram, or TikTok for the latest promotions, events and updates.

About IPC Shopping Centre:
Established in December 2003, IPC Shopping Centre is Malaysia’s first meeting place anchored by IKEA with the big blue box store and a vital part of Ikano Retail’s growing portfolio in the Southeast Asia region. Strategically nestled in the heart of the mixed-use development of Mutiara Damansara, it serves as a familiar third home for their community and beyond. More than just a retail destination, IPC Shopping Centre is a space where everyone can recharge, reconnect, and enjoy life’s simple moments, all while providing the convenience they need for their shopping. Rooted in its Swedish heritage, IPC Shopping Centre embodies the concept of Lagom Life – a way of living that is balanced, sustainable, and just right. This shapes everything from its sustainable living inspired environment, the carefully curated tenant mix, to the overall experience, offering visitors a space to slow down, find balance, and enjoy life at their own pace. IPC Shopping Centre also leads in sustainability with the flagship Recycling and Buy-Back Centre and other green initiatives in fostering community engagement and showcasing their commitment to a greener future.

• Further x 3iQ Alpha Digital Fund is a multi-strategy vehicle providing institutionally risk-managed exposure to digital assets, including a Bitcoin share class

• Seeded with $100 million, the Fund enables institutional investors, family offices, and sovereign wealth funds to capture alpha in the liquid digital asset space securely and efficiently within a robust institutional framework, while pursuing potential double-digit returns

• The BTC share class anchored with a significant in kind investment from an Abu Dhabi based Family Office, will give investors exposure to the Fund with the objective to accumulate BTC while maintaining a long exposure to Bitcoin.

ABU DHABI, UAE and TORONTO, Dec. 3, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Further Asset Management (“Further”), a UAE based digital asset investment manager, in partnership with 3iQ Corp. (“3iQ”), a global pioneer in digital asset investment solutions, today announced the launch of the Further x 3iQ Alpha Digital (“the Fund”) a market-neutral, multi-strategy hedge fund offering risk-managed exposure to digital assets, including a dedicated Bitcoin share class.

Seeded with USD $100 million from institutional, family office and sovereign investors the Fund represents a landmark advancement in sovereign-backed participation in the digital asset ecosystem.

“This Fund directly addresses the core challenges institutional investors face when accessing digital assets,” said Pascal St-Jean, President & CEO of 3iQ. “It provides a secure and efficient way to allocate within a framework that meets the highest standards of institutional due diligence. We believe this investment solution represents a true evolution in the market, empowering institutions and family offices to confidently pursue double-digit potential returns through a disciplined, risk-managed approach.”

“Together, Further and 3iQ are redefining digital asset investing,” said Faisal Al Hammadi, Managing Partner at Further. “We’re providing institutional-grade, risk-managed and scalable access to digital assets, including Bitcoin, within a structure that has successfully passed the rigorous institutional due diligence of leading global capital allocators. We believe this partnership brings digital asset strategies to institutional and sophisticated investors safely, securely and effectively.”

The Fund’s Bitcoin (“BTC”) share class offers a pioneering structure for BTC holders, enabling subscription in BTC and compound the strategy return in BTC without sacrificing exposure to the underlying asset. This provides a secure, institutionally risk-managed way to remain fully invested in BTC while seeking to benefit from digital market alpha.

This milestone launch builds upon 3iQ’s legacy of innovation, including the introduction of the world’s first Digital Assets Managed Account Platform (QMAP), a hedge fund investment solution with robust institutional infrastructure.

To learn more about the Further x 3iQ Alpha Digital fund, please visit https://pages.3iq.io/3iq-further-partnership

About 3iQ Digital Asset Management

Founded in 2012, 3iQ is one of the world’s leading alternative digital asset managers, pioneering institutional-grade investments. 3iQ launched the world’s first Digital Assets Managed Account Platform (QMAP), a hedge fund investment solution, offering innovative risk-managed investment solutions to gain exposure to digital assets. 3iQ was also the first to launch a Bitcoin and Ethereum ETP listed on a major global stock exchange, integrate staking into its Ethereum and Solana ETFs boosting investor returns, and offering other regulated ETFs. In 2024, Monex Group, a leading Japanese financial group, took a majority stake in 3iQ. Since 2012, 3iQ has been at the forefront of innovation in digital asset investment management. To learn more about 3iQ, visit 3iq.io.

W: https://www.3iq.io/
L: https://www.linkedin.com/company/3iq-corp/
X: https://x.com/3iq_corp

About Further Asset Management

Further is a global investment platform connecting pioneering financial infrastructure with global capital markets. The firm provides institutional investors with access to regulated opportunities across venture, structured products, and digital assets. Its managed entities empower partners to execute sophisticated financial operations—from tokenization to seamless settlement—with security and precision. Chosen by founders and institutions from San Francisco to Hong Kong, Further is a strategic partner known for its focused capital, regulatory expertise, and ability to scale category-defining companies at the frontier of finance. To learn more, visit further.ae.

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Disclaimer

This release is for informational purposes only and does not constitute investment advice or a recommendation, solicitation, or offer to buy or sell any securities, strategies, products, or services described herein. Investment in digital assets is subject to a high degree of risk, including the potential loss of the entire amount invested. Neither Further, 3iQ, nor any of their affiliates, directors, officers, or employees accept any liability for any loss or damage arising directly or indirectly from the use of or reliance on this release or the information contained herein. Readers should conduct their own research and consult with their own professional advisors before making any investment decisions. This release may contain forward-looking statements that involve risks and uncertainties; actual results may differ materially from those anticipated.

SHANGHAI, Dec. 3, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — The Asian electronics manufacturing industry is once again turning its attention to Shanghai, as productronica China 2026 is set to take place at the Shanghai New International Expo Centre (Halls E1-E5, W1-W4) from March 25 to 27, 2026. This exhibition is expected to span nearly 100,000 square meters and will bring together over 1,000 high-quality companies in the electronics manufacturing industry. The exhibition is dedicated to presenting an event that integrates innovative technologies, cutting-edge products, and efficient business exchanges in the Asian electronics manufacturing industry.

The 2026 floor plan has been released to accurately align with business opportunities. The exhibition will continue to take place in Halls E1-E5 and W1-W4. Each exhibition hall is arranged based on categories of exhibits and application areas, featuring a well-structured and strategic layout. This design allows exhibitors to effectively showcase their core strengths while enabling visitors to efficiently identify and focus on their target products. The exhibits cover the entire electronics manufacturing industry chain, including component manufacturing, test and measurement, quality assurance, new energy vehicle inspection technology, surface mount technology (SMT), electronics manufacturing services (EMS), automated electronic assembly, clean technology, cable processing, electronic chemical materials, dispensing and bonding technology, robotics, AGV, intelligent warehousing, sensor technology, motion control and drive technology, new energy vehicle technology as well as automotive PLC Industrial control system. This one-stop showcase highlights the important Asian advanced technologies and products within the intelligent manufacturing and electronic innovation industry chain.

The visitor registration is going on heatedly, please register now !

Highlights of productronica China 2026 are as follows：

1.     Embrace the “dual carbon” concept to explore new market opportunities for NEVs

Closely following the development trends of the new energy and automotive industry, the productronica China’s thematic sections on new energy and automotive technology will focus on applications of new energy and automotive electronics, including new energy vehicle (NEV) inspection technology, automobile PLC system, automotive wiring harness processing and connector manufacturing, and innovation technology for electronic adhesives of NEVs, to provide various innovative solutions in the field of NEVs.

2.     Introduce smart factory to facilitate industrial transformation and upgrading

Focusing on the intelligent upgrading of industries, the productronica China strives to build a core exhibition area for SMT smart factories. Through on-site startup and operation, the whole process of SMT, DIP, AOI, testing, cleaning, and packaging is demonstrated. Visitors can experience the full technological process of an SMT production line from raw materials to finished products, and feel the revolutionary changes brought by intelligent manufacturing technology for production efficiency, quality control and flexible customization.

3.     Attract domestic and overseas buyers to jointly explore the blue ocean of business opportunities

productronica China 2026 will engage domestic and overseas professional buyers from the wiring harness industry, industrial electronics, automotive electronics, consumer electronics, new energy, communication electronics, medical electronics, aerospace and other application fields to visit and discuss the innovative technologies and future development trends of the industry.

4.     Focus on new products and technologies to build brand influence

As an important display and exchange platform for the electronic manufacturing industry in Asia, the productronica China’s Brand NEW Product Launch in recent years will bring together new products and technologies of the intelligent electronic manufacturing industry. It is committed to providing exhibitors with an influential and professional release platform with high quality, greatly enhancing the appeal of products and brands, and helping exhibitors seize opportunities in the industry and showcase new products.

5.     Gather experts at professional forums to grasp the industry development trends

During the exhibition, a series of professional forums, technical competitions, and product award ceremonies will take place. The forums will focus on modern smart factories, especially the emerging trends of flexible smart manufacturing; and delve into the latest trends of NEV electronic manufacturing within the “dual carbon” innovation blueprint. The hot topics may also cover how the synergy of NEVs, AIoT, and 5G will unleash the blue ocean market to provide a fresh momentum for advanced packaging; and how innovation empowers industrial growth, and technology steers the future.

Please click: https://www.productronicachina.com.cn/en/ to get more information about productronica China 2026.

For further information, please contact Ms. Xing via email sinsia.xing@mm-sh.com

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TOKYO, Dec. 3, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — The International Robot Exhibition (iREX 2025), a leading global robotics event, runs from December 3rd to 6th in Tokyo, Japan. PaXini Tech, a global pioneer in tactile sensing and embodied intelligence, made a strong debut at iREX 2025, presenting its comprehensive embodied-AI product matrix. The company received widespread recognition from international experts, media, and attendees.

As PaXini’s first independent showcase overseas, its iREX appearance marks a major milestone in expanding its global presence. Also, PaXini launched official flagship stores on AliExpress and Amazon, opening a new chapter in its worldwide growth.

Tactile sensing is a foundational technology enabling robots to interact reliably with the physical world. At iREX 2025, PaXini unveiled its third-generation tactile sensor, the PX-6AX-GEN3. The GEN3 series provides industry-leading physical perception for embodied-AI agents, achieving high-precision acquisition of multilayer nested magnetic-field arrays at sampling rates of several million times per second. It outputs 15 types of tactile information at 1000 Hz, with 0.01 N micro-force resolution and <0.5% FS repeatability across the full measurement range.

PaXini also introduced the world’s first Hall-effect-based 6-axis force sensor. Unlike traditional steel-based solutions, PaXini’s design uses advanced polymer materials, delivering significant cost advantages while remaining resistant to aging and creep. This ensures long-term stable and accurate force measurement that closely reflects real-world physical interactions.

PaXini’s dexterous-hand series delivers human-finger-level flexibility and fine manipulation, enabling skillful grasping of objects such as test tubes, spheres, and cubes—demonstrating highly versatile, general-purpose manipulation performance.

With aging populations and rapid advancements in embodied intelligence, robots are moving quickly into everyday environments. Two PaXini robots attracted particular attention at the show.

The multi-dimensional tactile humanoid robot TORA-ONE prepared ice cream continuously for attendees—its first public demonstration in a food-service scenario. This showcased its precise tactile perception and dexterous operation, confirming its potential not only in manufacturing, logistics, and automotive settings but also in office, home, medical, and retail environments.

The lightweight general-purpose humanoid robot TORA DOUBLE ONE demonstrated stable obstacle-crossing by smoothly navigating steps, highlighting both agility and robustness. Its adaptability to complex indoor and outdoor terrains makes it suitable for demanding applications across manufacturing, commercial, catering, healthcare, and home scenarios.

Behind these demonstrations is PaXini’s sustained investment in omni-modality embodied-intelligence data acquisition. To solve the challenges of fast generalization and real-world deployment, PaXini has built the world’s first omni-modal super embodied intelligence data factory — the Super EID Factory.The facility produces nearly 200 million high-quality omni-modality embodied-intelligence data entries annually through the OmniSharing DB, enabling deeper environmental understanding, autonomous learning, and highly dexterous robotic manipulation.

At iREX 2025, PaXini showcased to global professionals its cutting-edge strengths in mult-idimensional tactile sensing and embodied intelligence. Looking ahead, PaXini will continue working with global partners to advance embodied-intelligence deployment, build a bridge between AI intelligence and the physical world, leading the global physical intelligence revolution.

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