HANGZHOU, China, Dec. 3, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Against the backdrop of the accelerated upgrading of the global functional nutrition industry, technology-driven ingredient enterprises are increasingly emerging as the core force of the industrial chain. In November 2025, the FTA (Food Research Exchange Super Ingredients Conference) was successfully held in Hangzhou, gathering renowned enterprises from the fields of functional foods, nutritional ingredients, and innovative technologies to jointly showcase the latest industry trends. Among them, Natural Field, a company with years of experience in plant active substances and liposome delivery technology, collectively released a series of scientifically significant achievements with industry strategic value. It also won important awards at the conference for its multiple co-loading liposome products, establishing itself as one of the most watched upstream innovative enterprises at this year’s event.

During the conference, Natural Field conducted in-depth exchanges with industry experts, research institutions, and brand enterprises around hot topics such as “adaptogen”, “standardization of plant active substances,” and “liposome delivery systems.” The company not only announced the white paper and multiple technical data achievements but also demonstrated the latest progress in product R&D, platform technology construction, and industrial application implementation, reflecting its forward-looking layout and comprehensive strength in driving technological innovation in the functional nutrition sector.

At the main forum of the conference, Mr. Yang Haiying, founder of Natural Field, officially released the “Ashwagandha White Paper on”. As the first domestic enterprise to publish a comprehensive document on ashwagandha, Natural Field systematically sorted out the structural characteristics, mechanism of action, market trends, and product application logic of ashwagandha’s active ingredients in the white paper. Speaking at the launch, Mr. Yang stated that the adaptogen concept has entered a stage of rapid development in the global market, but there are still discrepancies in the industry’s understanding of its mechanisms, standardization, and raw material authenticity. Therefore, systematic research and data collation are crucial to ensuring the healthy development of the market. The release of the white paper attracted great attention from research institutions, brand owners, and R&D engineers, with many participants praising it as “the most systematic professional document on ashwagandha from a scientific research perspective in China.”

In addition to the research achievements in the adaptogen field, Natural Field’s progress in liposome technology became a key technical highlight of the conference. At the liposome technology sub-forum, Dr. Duan, leader of the innovative preparation research on co-loaded liposomes at Natural Field, delivered a professional speech, detailing the company’s latest research results in liposome and co-loaded liposome technologies. His speech focused on three major challenges commonly faced by functional nutrition products in oral applications: insufficient stability, low absorption efficiency limiting efficacy, and difficulty in achieving synergistic delivery of multiple ingredients. By presenting experimental data on co-loaded liposomes for Coenzyme Q10, curcumin, and other ingredients, Dr. Duan demonstrated that through structural encapsulation design, intermolecular synergistic configuration, and liposome morphology optimization, the metabolic pathway of ingredients in the human body can be significantly improved, bioavailability enhanced, and functional performance strengthened in certain inflammatory models.

Notably, Natural Field also disclosed data on the performance of some co-loading liposomes in myocarditis and intestinal inflammation models during the presentation. These data highlighted the advantages of co-loading technology in synergistic stability, consistent efficacy, and in vivo distribution of multiple ingredients, triggering intense discussions among on-site technical personnel. After the forum, leaders from multiple participating brand enterprises communicated with Natural Field, expressing intentions to cooperate in product development, technical verification, and ingredient combination design.

Leveraging its solid scientific research strength and technical achievements, Natural Field’s raw material products won awards at this year’s Very Food Innovation Conference. Its NF Co-loading® Liposomal Coenzyme Q10 (raw material) received the “Cardiovascular Health Award” in recognition of its technical breakthroughs in stability, absorption efficiency, and process maturity. Meanwhile, NF Co-loading® Liposomal Coenzyme Q10 (finished capsule product) won the “Potential New Product Award” for its excellent application implementation capabilities. Additionally, the company’s previously developed NF Co-loading® Liposomal Curcumin had already been awarded the Gold Award for Innovation in Natural Ingredients at the 2025 CPHI, further solidifying its technical position in co-loaded liposome technology in the international market.

Beyond showcasing core scientific research achievements, Natural Field also systematically presented its “one-stop liposome service platform” to the industry during the conference. Based on years of experience in functional ingredient research, the company has established a full-process platform system covering raw material screening, liposome encapsulation design, co-loading technology development, stability test verification, efficacy model research, and finished product application support. This platform not only provides domestic brand enterprises with systematic technical support from raw materials to finished products but also attracted technical cooperation intentions from brands in Europe, America, Japan, and other regions. Industry experts commented that a company truly capable of integrating plant active substance research with delivery system construction will become a crucial ecological player in the future competition of the functional nutrition industry.

Natural Field stated that it will continue to conduct in-depth research on key technical issues in the functional nutrition industry and plans to release new data on multiple ingredient synergistic delivery, liposome structure optimization, and application stability research in the coming year. In the future, the company will continue to participate in major domestic and international industry exhibitions, maintain technical exchanges with global research teams and nutrition brands, and jointly promote the industry towards a more scientific, efficient, and safe direction.

As innovative technology plays an increasingly important role in the functional nutrition industry, Natural Field’s concentrated release at the Very Food Innovation Conference marks the industry’s transition from “raw material competition” to “technology competition.” Through continuous scientific research investment and technical integration capabilities, Natural Field is becoming a key driving force in advancing the industry into the era of efficient delivery.

GENEVA, Dec. 2, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — At Mt Pelerin, we are excited to announce today the launch of personal crypto IBANs.

With this new feature, our users can transform their self-custodial wallets into something more: a universal account that seamlessly sends and receives money across both blockchain and traditional banking networks.

A core tenet of Bitcoin and cryptocurrencies is self-custody, the fact of owning and controlling one’s money without any third party that could seize or freeze funds. It means financial freedom, but in practice it often means being disconnected from the rest of the world that uses the traditional banking system.

Thanks to our new crypto IBAN, this now changes and makes self-custody more convenient and integrated into everyday life.

With it, users can create a personal euro or Swiss franc IBAN and attach it to their crypto wallet, which enables them to:

• Receive bank transfers from anyone,  directly converted into crypto on their own wallet.
• Send bank transfers to anyone , using crypto from their wallet.

These payments look like any standard bank transfer, sent and received from an IBAN in the user’s name, while the crypto settlement happens seamlessly in the background.

This feature is a milestone for us, as our mission is to promote and simplify self-custody to make it a practical alternative to a traditional bank account.

Today, that vision is now reality. By giving a wallet its own IBAN, it becomes a powerful tool to hold and manage money without any third-party custody, while still being able to make transactions with the rest of the world.

It becomes a tool to opt-out from the custody of the banking system, the key to unlock financial freedom.

About the IBAN

• The EUR and CHF IBANs are located in Switzerland (which is in the SEPA zone).
• Both individuals and organizations can receive an IBAN.
• Users from all over the world can request an IBAN, except from our list of excluded countries.
• The IBAN is free.
• Conversions between fiats and the ZCHF stablecoin are free.
• For conversions with other cryptocurrencies, our standard fees apply.
• The IBAN can be linked to any self-custodial wallet.
• The IBAN can be used with 30+ cryptocurrencies on 15 chains.
• The IBAN is not a bank account, it doesn’t have to be declared as such.
• Available on app.mtpelerin.com and on mobile wallet app.

Contact

Yann Gerardi
Head of marketing
yann.gerardi@mtpelerin.com  
www.mtpelerin.com

Recognized for pioneering AI-driven video telematics solutions that transform fleet safety, efficiency, and operational intelligence.

SAN ANTONIO, Dec. 2, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Frost & Sullivan is pleased to announce that Lytx^®, Inc. has received the 2025 Global Company of the Year Recognition in the commercial vehicle video telematics industry for its exceptional contributions to AI-powered fleet safety and predictive risk management. This recognition underscores Lytx’s consistent leadership in converting video, data, and analytics into actionable insights, enabling fleets worldwide to improve operational outcomes, enhance driver safety, and reduce costs.

This recognition underscores Lytx’s consistent leadership in converting video, data, and analytics into actionable insights, enabling fleets worldwide to improve operational outcomes, enhance driver safety, and reduce costs.

Frost & Sullivan evaluates companies through a rigorous benchmarking process across two core dimensions: strategy effectiveness and strategy execution. Lytx excelled in both, demonstrating its ability to align strategic initiatives with market demand while executing them efficiently, consistently, and at scale. “Lytx has redefined commercial vehicle video telematics by combining advanced AI algorithms with real-time video analytics, delivering measurable reductions in risk and operational costs while enabling proactive driver coaching,” said Aaron Roberts, program manager at Frost & Sullivan.

Guided by a long-term growth strategy focused on technology innovation, predictive safety, and customer success, Lytx has shown its ability to adapt and lead in a rapidly evolving mobility landscape. The company’s strategic foresight and sustained investment in AI-powered video telematics have enabled it to scale effectively across over ninety countries, protecting more than 5.5 million drivers and analyzing more than 311 billion miles of driving data.

Innovation remains central to Lytx’s approach. Its integrated suite of products—including the Lytx DriveCam^® SF400 Series Event Recorder, Lytx Surfsight™ AI-14 Dash Cam, and the proprietary Lytx Dynamic Risk technology powered by MV+AI Gen 2—provides fleet operators with real-time insights into driver behavior and contextual risk. “We are grateful to Frost & Sullivan for recognizing Lytx’s longstanding dedication to advancing fleet safety and delivering measurable results for our clients,” said Chris Cabrera, Chief Executive Officer at Lytx. “Lytx is commitment to operational excellence and empowering fleets with the actionable insights they need to protect their drivers and their bottom lines. As we look ahead, we remain focused on setting new standards for intelligent mobility and partnering with our customers to create safer roads for everyone.” These solutions transform traditional video telematics into proactive safety and operational intelligence systems, enabling immediate interventions and targeted coaching that preempt accidents and reduce claims.

Lytx’s commitment to customer experience further strengthens its market position. By delivering intuitive, cloud-based platforms, advanced analytics, and seamless integrations, such as Lytx+ä with Geotab, the company ensures high service availability and empowers fleet managers to make informed, data-driven decisions. Its partner-led deployment and localized support model provide consistent value across fleets of every size, reinforcing Lytx’s reputation for reliability and performance.

Frost & Sullivan commends Lytx for setting a benchmark in strategic execution, innovation, and market responsiveness. The company’s vision, forward-looking technology roadmap, and customer-first culture are driving the transformation of commercial vehicle video telematics, demonstrating how predictive intelligence can improve safety, operational efficiency, and cost outcomes at scale.

Each year, Frost & Sullivan presents the Global Company of the Year Recognition to an organization that demonstrates outstanding strategy development and implementation, resulting in measurable improvements in market share, operational efficiency, and customer satisfaction. This recognition highlights companies that are shaping their industries through innovation, technological maturity, and leadership excellence.

Frost & Sullivan Best Practices Recognition
Frost & Sullivan’s Best Practices Recognitions honor companies across regional and global markets that exhibit exceptional achievement and consistent excellence in areas such as leadership, technological innovation, customer experience, and strategic product development. Each recognition is the result of a rigorous analytical process in which Frost & Sullivan industry experts benchmark performance through comprehensive interviews, deep-dive analysis, and extensive secondary research. The goal is to identify true best-in-class organizations that are driving transformative growth and setting new industry standards.
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About Lytx
Every day, companies send their most valuable assets into the world. Their people. Their equipment. Their reputations. For nearly three decades, Lytx has given fleets the tools to manage and protect all the assets they have in motion – helping them stay connected with their field operations so they can focus on delivering value and growing their businesses. Using proprietary machine vision and artificial intelligence technology to power our video safety and video telematics solutions, Lytx helps protect and connect more than 5.5 million drivers and thousands of fleets, including more than half of the 10 largest carriers in North America. Lytx’s powerful network of partners and resellers further extends the reach and impact of our technologies across more than 90 countries. For more information about Lytx or to connect with us, visit www.lytx.com, LinkedIn, @lytx on X, Facebook or YouTube. 

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Jason Andersen
E: press@lytx.com

NEW YORK, Dec. 2, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — On Black Friday, November 28, VEVOR strengthened its leadership on TikTok Shop across the United States, claiming the No.1 spot in the GS POP Tools & Hardware category with a record-breaking sales performance. Across its four U.S. stores, VEVOR generated $1.5 million in GMV in a single day, with VEVOR Store US contributing more than $1 million alone. This capped off a month of rapid acceleration – November GMV grew by over 50% month-over-month and nearly doubled year-over-year.

Beyond the revenue surge, the brand also saw exceptionally fast sell-through across its hero products. VEVOR’s top sellers – including the Impact Socket Set, Mechanic Work Stool, and Home Power Tool Combo Kit—moved at a pace far above typical daily volumes. This surge wasn’t just algorithmic; it was fueled by marathon livestream sessions where viewers watched live torque tests, triggering immediate add-to-cart spikes. During peak shopping hours, checkouts ran nearly nonstop, with new orders coming in every few seconds and thousands of Impact Socket Sets sold before noon. The product then continued to gain momentum across TikTok Shop, drawing strong user recommendations and reinforcing its position as the community’s preferred choice in the category. This momentum extended beyond the platform as well, with Google Trends showing a notable increase in search interest for VEVOR and its top products during the Black Friday period.

To engage its community ahead of Black Friday, VEVOR also launched a TikTok Challenge #GloryInTheImperfectTry, encouraging creators to share their most inventive attempts and experiments in everyday life. The campaign inspired a wave of user videos—from garage makeovers to furniture builds—highlighting a playful, creative community willing to take on new challenges.  Along the way, participants shared candid experiences with VEVOR products: one mentioned that the kit finally helped them complete a long-delayed shed makeover, while another noted that the socket set made quick work of a car repair, feeling surprisingly solid and reliable for the price.

“This milestone isn’t just about strong sales—it’s about the trust our community places in us,” said Gavin, VEVOR Brand Director. “Seeing shoppers choose VEVOR repeatedly, especially during the most competitive shopping day of the year, reinforces that people see us as a dependable partner in their projects. We’re grateful for that trust, and we’ll continue delivering solutions that help home creators tackle every challenge with confidence.”.

With its commitment to high-quality products and exceptional value, VEVOR empowers home creators to tackle any project with confidence. From everyday repairs to ambitious DIY builds, the brand makes home improvement easier, more efficient, and more rewarding. Looking ahead, VEVOR will continue to refine its product portfolio and enhance the customer experience, providing home improvement solutions that help households and creators across the country bring their ideas to life.

About VEVOR

VEVOR is a home improvement brand offering practical, sturdy, and user-centered products that enrich creativity and daily usability. In its wide-ranging product lineup, including everything from the bathroom to the workshop and from DIY to light industry, the company aims to give users a measure of self-production on their own terrain.

With over 20 million global users, VEVOR continues to empower home creators with pro-performance gear, affordable pricing, and an integrated ecosystem designed to unlock every home’s potential.

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Website: https://www.vevor.com

Through this annual program, TraceLink champions global health equity, community resilience, and shared purpose

Summary
TraceLink announced the eight global nonprofit recipients of its 2025 corporate grant program, supporting organizations in the U.S., India, and Spain and providing volunteer opportunities for employees. Built on its mission to enhance health, safety, and the greater good by giving back, the program empowers nonprofits creating healthier, more equitable communities worldwide.

BOSTON, Dec. 2, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — TraceLink, the largest end-to-end digital network platform for intelligent orchestration of the supply chain, has announced the recipients of its 2025 corporate grant program. Eight nonprofit organizations across the United States, India, and Spain were selected for their alignment with TraceLink’s values of equitable access to care, community health, and sustainability.

For more than 15 years, TraceLink has worked to protect patients by ensuring that critical medicines reach them safely, securely, and on time. That same commitment extends beyond the supply chain and into the communities where TraceLink operates. Through the corporate grant program and community involvement initiatives, the company supports organizations working to improve the quality of life and build healthier, more resilient communities around the world.

“Every year, we’re reminded that meaningful impact comes from partnership,” said Shabbir Dahod, President and CEO of TraceLink. “These organizations are doing the hard, hands-on work to support families, expand access to resources for those in need, and strengthen resilience at the local level. Our role is to stand beside them, amplify their efforts, and help create the conditions for healthier communities to thrive.”

TraceLink’s 2025 Grant Recipients
U.S. Recipients 

• Boston Alliance of LGBTQ+ Youth (BAGLY): A youth-led, adult-supported organization committed to social justice, BAGLY works to create, sustain, and advocate for programs, policies, and services for the LGBTQ+ youth community in Massachusetts. The grant will support wellness programs, inclusive clinical services, and peer-led mental health initiatives such as the Trans Youth Summit and Youth Pride.

  “We’re thrilled to be a recipient of funding through TraceLink to support BAGLY’s Health and Wellness Program,” said Grace Sterling Stowell, Executive Director, BAGLY. “BAGLY has been working with TraceLink for several years now, and we look forward to deepening our relationship through this opportunity. TraceLink’s commitment to equity and community health aligns deeply with BAGLY’s mission to ensure that every LGBTQ+ young person can lead healthy, authentic lives. With TraceLink’s support, more LGBTQ+ youth in Massachusetts will have access to free, no-insurance-required mental health services and so much more. We’re grateful for their partnership and belief in the power of community to make lasting change.”

• Immigrant and Refugee Health Center (IRHC) at Boston Medical Center (BMC): The Immigrant and Refugee Health Center works to eliminate immigration-related barriers to healthcare by integrating BMC’s services into a centralized medical home model, ensuring that migration status does not affect access to care. The grant will help expand trauma-informed care and strengthen case management and patient navigation programs.

  “Boston Medical Center wishes to thank TraceLink for selecting our hospital as a recipient of your 2025 Corporate Grant opportunity,” said Dr. Sarah Kimball, Director, Immigrant & Refugee Health Center at BMC. “Your generous gift helps protect the critical roles and services that keep immigrant and refugee families connected to care, allowing our team to meet evolving needs without fear of disruption.”

• Village Food Hub: The mission of Village Food Hub is to strengthen and increase equity in the Lower Merrimack Valley’s food system by increasing access to healthy, nutritious food, reducing food waste, and promoting environmental sustainability. The grant will support logistics operations and staff resources to recover and distribute nutritious food to families in need, expanding local access to healthy meals.

  “Village Food Hub is thankful to be a grant recipient of TraceLink, especially during this unprecedented time of need,” said Shari McLeod, Executive Director, Village Food Hub. “Village Food Hub aims to increase the number of people we serve in order to provide relief from food insecurity, and support from the greater community is vital to our work. This grant from TraceLink will propel us towards meeting this goal. We are so appreciative of our partnership.”

India Recipients

• Muskaan Foundation for Child Protection: Muskaan is dedicated to preventing child sexual abuse and supporting survivors through education, counseling, and reintegration services. The grant will fund a new social worker position to provide post-release follow-up and educational support for children from the Boys Observation Home in Pune.

  “This grant will help us continue empowering children in conflict with the law to build courage, confidence, and emotional resilience through individualized counseling, life skills education, and creative therapies,” said Shubhada Ranadive, Founder Director, Muskaan Foundation for Child Protection. “With TraceLink’s support, we can expand our holistic, family-centered approach to help more children heal, grow, and reintegrate into society with hope and strength.”

• Niwant Andh Mukta Vikasalay: The mission of Niwant Andh Mukta Vikasalay is to empower visually challenged students by providing holistic development, enabling them to pursue higher education, gain independence, and contribute to society. The grant will fund the development of a multilingual typing tutor and cover system maintenance costs for Niwants’ digital learning ecosystem.

  “We are very excited that TraceLink believes in the revolution that Niwant Andh Mukta Vikasalay is creating in the lives of visually impaired individuals in India,” said Uma Badve, Trustee, Niwant Andh Mukta Vikasalay. “Niwant has been working towards the holistic development of blind students pursuing higher education for the past 30 years, and we are very happy to receive the support of TraceLink to further our work. With this support, we will be able to take Swalekhan Typing Tutor, India’s only accessible multilingual typing tutor, created by Niwant Andh Mukta Vikasalay, to many more blind students across the country, making them truly independent.”

• Vasuandhara Abhiyan, Baner: Vasudhara Abhiyan, Baner, promotes tree planting, soil and water conservation, and rainwater harvesting to boost urban biodiversity and inspire citizens, schools, and businesses to build a greener future. The grant will fund the installation of a new irrigation pipeline to sustain 40,000+ native trees planted through community volunteer efforts on Baner-Pashan Hill.

  “Since 2006, Vasundhara Abhiyan has transformed Baner Hill in Pune from barren land into a thriving green ecosystem, home to more than 50,000 native trees and 55 bird species,” said Amit Pitre, Board Member, Vasundhara Abhiyan, Baner. “The grant will fund installation of an irrigation pipeline to sustain 40,000+ trees and advance the organization’s reforestation and community education efforts.”

Spain Recipients

• Provincia San Juan de Dios España: Provincia San Juan de Dios España is dedicated to healing, caring for, and supporting vulnerable populations such as hospitalized children, individuals with mental illness or disabilities, the homeless, migrants, and refugees. The grant will help launch a dog-assisted therapy program near Barcelona to support patients’ emotional and social well-being.

  “Many thanks to TraceLink for helping us fund dog-assisted therapy for people with mental health disorders,” said Maite Prieto, Strategic Alliances, Provincia San Juan de Dios España. “The bond that patients create with dogs helps maintain high levels of motivation and involvement with the therapeutic process, making their recovery much faster.”

• Soñar Despiertos: Soñar Despiertos supports children in foster homes and residential centers who have been separated from their families. Funding will enable summer camps, educational enrichment, and social inclusion programs designed to promote confidence, stability, and equal opportunity.

  “Our goal is to ensure every child living in a care center has the same opportunities as any other child,” said Chantal Gómez, Director of Fundraising, Soñar Despiertos. “We’re so grateful for this support—it helps make that vision a reality.”

Each year, TraceLink’s grant program follows a thorough review and selection process to identify and support verified, financially responsible nonprofit organizations creating meaningful impact. These partnerships also offer opportunities for TraceLink employees to volunteer directly, strengthen community connections, and make a difference where they live and work.

Learn more about TraceLink’s Corporate Social Responsibility initiatives.

Frequently Asked Questions 

Q: What is TraceLink’s corporate grant program?
A: TraceLink’s corporate grant program is an annual initiative that provides funding to nonprofit organizations making measurable impact within their communities.

Q: How were the 2025 recipients selected?
A: Organizations were evaluated through a review process based on mission alignment and opportunities for TraceLink employees to volunteer directly.

Q: How many nonprofits received grants in 2025 and where are they located?
A: Eight nonprofit organizations were selected—three in the U.S., three in India, and two in Spain.

Q: Why does TraceLink invest in these community programs?
A: The company’s mission to protect patients and strengthen supply chains extends to supporting healthier, more equitable communities where its employees live and work.

About TraceLink
TraceLink Inc. is the largest end-to-end intelligent supply chain platform for life sciences and healthcare, enabling end-to-end orchestration by linking more than 291,000 healthcare and life sciences entities through its Business-to-Network Integrate-Once™ network. Leading companies trust TraceLink to deliver complete global digitalization, visibility, and traceability of healthcare products, ensuring that every patient receives the medicines they rely on, safely, securely, and on time. 

LOS ANGELES, Dec. 2, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Phenimax, a specialty tea retailer devoted to premium organic Japanese teas, is proud to announce a significant achievement. Its flagship organic Temomicha (Hand-rolled Japanese Tea), “Marishi Fuji,” has received the Grand Gold Prize, the highest honor at the World Green Tea Contest 2025 in Shizuoka, Japan.

This prestigious recognition reaffirms the unparalleled quality of Marishi Fuji, a premium hand-rolled Japanese tea crafted from organic Marishi leaves. Earlier this year, it achieved the highest bidding price at Japan’s first green tea auction of the season in May, earning significant acclaim both domestically and internationally. Phenimax also submitted Marishi Fuji to leading international competitions, including the Japanese Tea Selection Paris in France (currently under review).

Phenimax will release a Marishi Fuji Temomicha Set, an exquisite, limited-edition that unites the award-winning Marishi Fuji, a bespoke Arita ware tea set, and traditional Wasanbon confectionery. With only ten sets available, each represents a rare opportunity to experience Japan’s finest artistry. Pricing is available upon individual inquiry, and the set serves as a truly distinguished gift for special occasions.

For details on the “Marishi Fuji Temomicha Set”: https://phenimax.com/pages/world-green-tea-contest-2025-entry

For “Marishi Fuji Temomicha Set” Inquiry: https://phenimax.com/pages/marishi-fuji-purchase-inquiry

Preserving a 400-Year Tradition: Temomicha (Hand-rolled Japanese Tea)

Phenimax is not merely a purveyor of organic teas. We are devoted to preserving and sharing with the world the most exquisite and rare premium green teas, meticulously crafted using the Temomi (hand-rolling) method. This traditional technique, with a history of more than 400 years, was recognized as a National Intangible Cultural Heritage of Japan in 2024. Each batch is hand-rolled for over eight hours after harvest, resulting in a tea of remarkable depth and refinement. Among our offerings is the award-winning Marishi Fuji, part of a collection produced only in limited quantities.

The Secret Behind the Legendary Marishi Cultivar

The Marishi Fuji tea, honored with the Grand Gold Prize, offers a once-in-a-lifetime experience. It is crafted from the elusive Marishi cultivar, a legendary and exceptionally rare strain cherished by connoisseurs.

Unlike the neatly trimmed, dome-shaped rows found in most commercial tea fields, the Marishi tea plants grow freely in a gentle, tree-like form. This natural growth allows sunlight to reach every leaf evenly, nurturing the development of leaves of exceptional quality. Each leaf is cultivated organically and carefully hand-picked, one by one. Only the tender new bud and the two young leaves that have just opened—known as Ichishin Niyo (“one bud, two leaves”)—are selected.

In contrast, most teas on the market are machine-harvested, often including stems and tougher leaves. The meticulous hand-picking process used for Marishi Fuji ensures unparalleled flavor and refinement. These uncompromising standards in cultivation and harvesting are key reasons the tea achieved the highest bidding price and widespread acclaim at this year’s first tea auction.

“Wholefood” Organic Matcha (Under the “Unicross” Brand)

Phenimax is also expanding its offerings with globally rare and innovative organic matcha products. Phenimax has commenced pre-orders for its Japanese Wholefood Organic Matcha. In today’s global market, over 90% of matcha is produced using chemical fertilizers and pesticides, artificially creating a vibrant green color. Phenimax challenges this norm by offering matcha that is not only organic but also Wholefood. Typical matcha sold worldwide removes the leaf veins, stripping away most of the nutrients. Phenimax’s proprietary technology finely grinds the entire leaf, including veins, down to a silky powder, delivering the complete nutritional profile. Additionally, Phenimax has developed the world’s only Japanese Wholefood Organic GABA Matcha (as of October 2025), which boasts an elevated GABA content through special technology. Pre-orders for both are now available.

Organic 100% Uji Matcha – The Rarest of the Rare

For true connoisseurs of ceremonial-grade matcha, Phenimax proudly presents an exceptional creation: organic matcha made exclusively from tea leaves grown in the historic Uji region of Kyoto.

Uji has long been celebrated as the birthplace of Japan’s finest tea, yet it now accounts for only about 4% of the nation’s total production. Under the official definition of Uji teas in Japan, teas blended with leaves from neighboring prefectures such as Mie, Nara, or Gifu may still be sold as “Uji matcha.” As a result, nearly all so-called “Uji” matcha on the market is blended.

Phenimax’s matcha is different. Ours is a true organic 100% Uji matcha—pure, authentic, and almost impossible to find, even in Japan. Limited quantities are now available.

Learn more about our Organic Matcha here: https://phenimax.com/pages/the-hidden-truth-about-matcha

Phenimax – Redefining the Future of Japanese Tea

From one-of-a-kind hand-rolled teas like Marishi Fuji to our collection of organic 100% Uji matcha, wholefood organic matcha, and wholefood organic GABA matcha, Phenimax unites centuries of Japanese craftsmanship with contemporary refinement. Each creation embodies the spirit of purity, patience, and perfection that defines authentic Japanese tea.
Experience the art of tea at its highest form. available through our official website and private inquiry.

Website: https://phenimax.com

The Indonesian driver previously claimed the TGR Asia Esports GT Championship title in 2023

BANGKOK, Dec. 2, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — The TOYOTA GAZOO Racing (TGR) Asia Esports GT Championship 2025 concluded at Toyota Alive Space, Bangkok, where fifteen of Asia’s top sim drivers from Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines, Singapore, and Thailand competed across three high-intensity races in Gran Turismo 7.

The championship kicked off with five striking livery designs, each representing the participating countries, bringing vibrancy and identity to the track.

In the individual category, Indonesia’s Andika Rama claimed the top podium spot with a total of 74 points, demonstrating precision, focus, and adherence to his race strategy. First runner-up Moreno Pratama, also from Indonesia, finished with 62 points, while Malaysia’s Chong Kai Chang secured second runner-up with 59 points.

With two drivers on the podium, Indonesia accumulated 169 points across Andika Rama, Farizi Pramaditya, and Moreno Pratama, clinching the Country Championship. Malaysia and Singapore followed in second and third place, earning 151 and 93 points respectively, highlighting consistent performance and strong teamwork over the three races.

Race Highlights

The Suzuka circuit set the tone for an electrifying opening race, with drivers pushing the GR Yaris through its iconic bends and high-speed straights. As the only circuit with wet conditions, the race difficulty was further elevated when an unexpectedly heavy downpour hit the track, turning every lap into a test of reflexes and composure. Drivers had to carefully select and manage their tire compounds, balancing grip and durability to navigate the slippery surfaces, while timing their pit stops strategically to maintain pace without losing precious seconds.

Malaysian frontrunner Taj Aiman seized an early lead, but the spotlight soon shifted to a fierce three-way battle as Andika Rama with Malaysia’s Chong Kai Chang and Iqbal Suji, fought for the podium positions. Spectators were kept on edge as the trio fought corner-to-corner in the slick conditions.

In the final laps, Andika Rama executed a decisive charge to claim victory. Following closely behind were compatriot Moreno Pratama and Chong Kai Chang in second and third place respectively. Despite leading six out of seven laps, Taj Aiman slipped to fourth position after grappling with unfortunate tire issues, marking a dramatic Malaysian-to-Indonesian shift at the top of the results.

The Interlagos leg — the longest circuit yet at 21 laps, nearly three times the length of Suzuka — unfolded under a dramatic day-to-night transition, adding endurance-style complexity to the competition. This was also the first time in the Championship’s history that a full team format race was introduced.

Each team fielded three drivers in the GR010 Hybrid and had to execute two compulsory driver swaps at any point in the race.

This flexible open format placed immense pressure on real-time calls: pitstop strategies, tire management, energy conservation, and maintaining pace as track conditions shifted.

Malaysia, led by opening driver Taj Aiman, established an early advantage, with Singapore’s Fadtris Isa and the Indonesian team trailing close behind. Indonesia and Singapore demonstrated exceptional tire management, stretching their stints and minimising pitstops, while Malaysia, the Philippines, and Thailand cycled through more sets of tires — a choice that would shape the race’s mid-section.

As dusk settled over the Interlagos at Lap 15, Malaysia seized the pit-stop window: Iqbal Suji, the team’s third driver, rejoined the track just as Singapore and Indonesia pitted, reclaiming the lead. By Lap 16, the differing strategies had created a 17-second gap between Singapore and Malaysia.

Malaysia’s carefully timed swaps and teamwork allowed them to extend their advantage in the final laps, ultimately securing first place. Indonesia’s strategy and consistency through evolving conditions earned them second place, while Singapore held strong to claim third.

The final showdown at Watkins Glen unfolded over 14 intense laps, demanding razor-sharp precision and split-second decision-making. Racing in the GR Supra Race Car ’19, Indonesia and Malaysia set the early pace, with Andika Rama continuing his momentum from Suzuka. The field remained incredibly tight, with nearly all drivers separated by less than a second from each other.

A bold early pitstop by the Malaysian team propelled them into the top three by Lap 9. But their strategy came at a cost — rapid tire degradation on the soft compounds forced an additional stop just three laps later to switch onto mediums, opening the door for Indonesia to fight their way back to leading positions.

Singapore’s Fadtris Isa delivered one of the race’s standout moments, climbing into second place and closing in on race leader Andika Rama. His charge briefly reshuffled the leaderboard and kept both Indonesia and Malaysia on alert.

In the final laps, Andika Rama’s precise racecraft and disciplined strategy secured his second individual win of the night, with teammate Moreno Pratama crossing the line in second. Malaysia’s Chong Kai Chang staged an impressive comeback of his own, climbing from seventh to third after his second pit stop — overtaking four competitors in a decisive late-race push to claim the final podium spot at Watkins Glen.

“This year’s TOYOTA GAZOO Racing Asia Esports GT Championship showcased exactly what the TGR philosophy stands for,” said Jaja Ishibashi, General Manager of Toyota Motor Asia. “Every racer pushed their limits, refined their approach, and demonstrated remarkable composure across changing conditions. Beyond the results, what stood out most was the collective commitment to improvement and teamwork. These are values that continue to drive GAZOO Racing forward.”

Responding to his win at the championships — his second TGR Asia Esports GT Championship title since 2023, Andika Rama commented, “Winning the 2025 TOYOTA GAZOO Racing Asia Esports GT Championship is the result of months of preparation and sticking to our race strategies, even as other teams pushed hard and made aggressive pit calls. We focused on refining our approach lap by lap, adjusting in real time while remaining true to our plan. Each corner, each tire change, and each overtaking decision was an opportunity to improve. Seeing our strategy pay off and being crowned Asia’s champion again gives us an incredible sense of pride.”

Echoing Andika Rama’s sentiments, first runner-up Moreno Pratama added, “Competing against the top drivers in Asia was definitely a challenge. Every race tested my focus, adaptability, and determination. Teamwork was evident in every lap for every one of us. In such races, it is not just about speed, but about evolving and supporting one another. I’m proud to have pushed myself to the limit and to have earned a podium finish at the Asia Finals.”

Following his strong performance, second runner-up Chong Kai Chang shared, “Finishing third is bittersweet. I came in aiming for the championship, but earning my first podium spot at the Asia Finals is still a meaningful achievement. Racing against Asia’s best pushes me to keep improving, and I look forward to better accomplishments in my next races.”

Special awards were also given in recognition of drivers’ exceptional performances, with Andika Rama clinching Driver of the Day, Malaysia’s Chong Kai Chang taking home Best Racecraft Driver and Singapore’s Fadtris Isa winning Fastest Race Pace.

The positions were determined from cumulative points earned through finishing positions across all three races, with bonus points for the fastest laps in each of the three races. The top three individuals and teams each received a cash prize of USD 8,000, USD 4,500 and USD 3,000 respectively.

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Appendix

Winners & Prizes

Drivers

Point System of TOYOTA GAZOO Racing Asia Esports GT Championship

Races 

Beyond the main championship, the 2025 Asia Finals weekend delivered a full spectrum of high-octane racing, featuring special exhibition events and fan activations that celebrate the diversity and spirit of the TGR community. 

1. Pro-Am Exhibition Race (Media & Asia Finalists)  

Circuit: Deep Forest Raceway
Car: GR Yaris 

This unique format paired together media representatives from each market with Asia Finalists, blending journalistic curiosity with professional-level racing skill. Media participants will set qualifying times to determine grid positions, setting the stage for a thrilling collaboration between drivers and reporters. 

2. Asia Esports Team Exhibition Race   

Circuit: Race – Road Atlanta 
Car: GR Supra Race Car’19  

This exhibition race brought together 15 esports drivers from five leading Thai esports teams for an intense individual showdown on the virtual Road Atlanta circuit.

3. Time Attack Challenge   

Fans on-site also had the opportunity to experience the racing simulators, setting their best lap times across multiple attempts for a taste of competitive virtual racing.

About the TOYOTA GAZOO Racing Asia Esports GT Championship 2025 

The TOYOTA GAZOO Racing Asia Esports GT Championship 2025 is a regional online race, bringing together the region’s top sim racers to pit their skills against each other in Gran Turismo 7 on PlayStation®41 (PS4®) and PlayStation®51 (PS5®), using a curated line-up of Toyota GR performance models. As a premier regional esports tournament, it showcases the highest level of virtual racing talent across Asia.

Aligned with TOYOTA GAZOO Racing’s global vision, e-Motorsports has become a core pillar of TGR’s motorsport activities — expanding the spirit of racing beyond the physical track. The championship serves as a platform to make motorsports more accessible, inclusive, and engaging for a broader audience, allowing fans and aspiring racers alike to experience the thrill, discipline, and Kaizen-driven mindset that define GAZOO Racing.

About TOYOTA GAZOO Racing (TGR)

TOYOTA GAZOO Racing (TGR) is TOYOTA’s racing company where motorsports activities are a key pursuit of product development. Its ethos builds on a heritage of more than 60 years of excellence in “making ever-better cars”. With this aim, the company takes into account feedback and learnings gained on tough racing roads under harsh environments to create the thrill and joy of racing Toyota GR cars for everyone.

About Toyota Motor Asia

Toyota Gazoo Racing Asia is the motorsports arm at Toyota Motor Asia [TMA], the regional corporate headquarters and subsidiary of Toyota Motor Corporation. TMA leads and supports the Asia region in sales and marketing activities, service parts, accessories and customer services, thus contributing to the overall development of auto industry and the growing economies in the region.

Toyota envisions the future mobility society to bring freedom of movement to all. Moving forward, Toyota will provide a diverse range of mobility services and transportation solutions to people around the world as we transform Toyota into a mobility company.