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Silent Push Launches Chrome Extension, Providing New Controls and Quick Access to Critical Data to Preemptively Stop Attacks

New, strategic integration partnerships available that enhance capabilities and empower SOC, IR and CTI teams

SINGAPORE, May 22, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Silent Push, a leading preemptive cybersecurity intelligence company, announced today the launch of its new Google Chrome Extension, providing immediate access to information about indicators discovered through a user’s browser and new controls to action on them.

As part of the company’s continuing efforts to level up security teams’ cyber defenses, Silent Push introduces new integration partner Filigran – the developer of OpenCTI. Silent Push partnerships, including ThreatConnect continue to improve the customer experience and enhance company-wide security stacks with enriched data from the Silent Push platform.

Simone Filiaggi, Sr. Threat Intelligence Analyst at Box, said: “The Silent Push Chrome Extension makes it a lot easier to access actionable, and high-quality threat intelligence. It’s easy to use and improves our ability to detect and respond to threats including quick pivots into the Silent Push platform for a deep dive into adversary infrastructure.”

Ken Bagnall, CEO and Co-Founder of Silent Push, said: “We are committed to providing our customers with the solutions and resources they need to protect themselves from an attack and maintain business resilience.

“Our Chrome Extension is bidirectional and makes it easier and faster to action. It acts as an integration into any of your SaaS platforms. By working directly in your browser through our extension, security teams now have the power to pivot control anywhere on the Internet. Through our integration partnerships and upcoming Abuse Reporting service, we are strengthening our capabilities and commitment so that security teams have the resources they need to identify adversary infrastructure before an attack is launched,” Ken Bagnall said.

Jan Johansen, SVP Global Alliances, Filigran, the developer of OpenCTI said: “As a new integration partner, our joint customers will benefit from our better together offering of leading threat intelligence from Silent Push leveraged through our OpenCTI platform featuring comprehensive visualizations and analytic tools. This is the best of both worlds to fully enable security teams to protect their organization.”

Andrew Pendargast, Chief Product Officer, ThreatConnect, said: “Our long-standing integration partnership with Silent Push enables our joint customers to further their journey towards a fully threat and risk-informed cyber defense. The new Chrome Extension, which offers defenders a far faster time to detect emerging threats, is a great example of the innovation the industry has come to expect from Silent Push.”

Traditional IOC-based security models are such a reactive approach that limit security teams from proactively stopping an attack that is yet to launch. Attackers are faster, more automated and increasingly leverage modern techniques to evade detection. A more modern approach is needed.

Indicators of Future Attack (IOFA)™–only available from Silent Push–replace the traditional model providing an cyber early warning system. And, now with its Chrome Extension, Silent Push empowers Incident Response, Threat Intelligence and SOC teams to swiftly act and protect their organization with preemptive technology accessible with a simple click.

Currently, the Silent Push Chrome Extension is available to enterprise customers only and downloaded here within the Chrome Web Store.

About Silent Push

Silent Push is a preemptive cybersecurity intelligence company. It is the first and only solution to provide a complete view of emerging threat infrastructure in real-time, exposing malicious intent through its Indicators Of Future Attack™ (IOFA™) data to enable security teams to proactively block hidden threats and avoid loss. The Silent Push standalone platform is also available via API integrating with any number of security tools, including SIEM & XDR, SOAR, TIP, and OSINT providing automated enrichment and actionable intelligence. Customers include some of the world’s largest enterprises within the Fortune 500 and government agencies. Free community edition is available. For more information, visit www.silentpush.com or follow on LinkedIn and X.

Selective Bull Market Driving Smarter, More Thoughtful Crypto Plays Among Singaporeans – 2025 Independent Reserve Cryptocurrency Index Shows

  • Flight-to-quality resulted in strategic profit-taking among Singaporean crypto investors
  • Stablecoins are fast becoming the bridge between traditional finance and decentralised finance (DeFi)
  • In Bitcoin, Singaporeans trust: BTC remains a preferred choice over all other crypto

SINGAPORE, May 22, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — The 5th edition of the annual cryptocurrency study[1] by Independent Reserve (IR), Singapore’s first licensed cryptocurrency exchange for all investors, shows that Singapore is experiencing a unique phase in the cryptocurrency cycle: a selective bull market that has not led to widespread buying, but has instead prompted strategic profit-taking and portfolio rebalancing.

Amid a shifting macro environment marked by political changes and rising global costs, nearly half of Singaporean crypto investors[2] or 49% have sold part or all of their holdings. Amongst these, a whopping 67% reported locking in profits as savvy investors cash in on earlier positions and capitalise on the opportunity to secure gains after volatile conditions in recent years.

As a result, crypto ownership in Singapore trended downward despite the market rally in 2024, with 29% reporting owning crypto (2024: 40%). Bitcoin and Ethereum continue to be the most popular crypto assets  amongst crypto investors, with 68% and 48% ownership respectively.

Unlike past cycles driven by speculative hype and accumulation of crypto assets, Singaporean crypto investors today are showing a flight-to-quality. Even as 79% of crypto investors diversified their portfolio to own more than one type of crypto, 65% only invest in 2 to 5 types of crypto assets. This reflects a narrowing investor focus on a select few cryptocurrencies for long-term asset growth.

Mr Lasanka Perera, CEO, Independent Reserve Singapore, said, “What we’re seeing from this year’s IRCI data is not a retreat from crypto, but a recalibration. Seasoned investors in Singapore have weathered a few market cycles and are now choosing to concentrate on a handful of strong, well-established cryptocurrencies they have conviction in.”

“Singaporeans now have a more thoughtful, disciplined approach to investing in crypto. They have been making smart plays and know that being in the right asset class matters. It’s been exciting to witness the market becoming more informed and mature when it comes to digital assets.”

This year’s index score stands at 43[3]compared to 56 in 2024, reflecting a mixed set of findings across Singaporeans’ awareness, adoption, confidence and trust in crypto. Public awareness is at an all-time high with 94% of respondents being familiar with at least one crypto asset, and long-term confidence and trust in crypto remain robust, even as overall ownership dipped.

1. AWARENESS [more on page 10 of report]

●       94% are aware of at least one cryptocurrency

 

●       91% are aware of Bitcoin, 54% know Ethereum

●        41% have heard of Dogecoin, jumping 12 pp from 2024

●        43% of Singaporeans are aware of at least one memecoin

The overall surge in awareness suggests that digital assets have firmly established themselves in Singapore’s financial consciousness, even as adoption rates fluctuate with market conditions.

Bitcoin maintains its dominance with a significant 9 percentage points (pp) jump in awareness from 2024. Ethereum had a similar growth in awareness of 9 pp. In addition, the rise of memecoins has driven crypto’s growing traction in 2025. Dogecoin saw a boost in recognition likely due to Elon Musk’s high-profile mentions and increased media attention on ongoing U.S. crypto policy developments.

The “Trump effect” [more on page 11 of report]

The “Trump effect” has rippled into Singapore’s crypto scene this past year, and many view the United States’ increasingly pro-crypto stance as a positive development for the global digital asset market.  President Trump’s administration introduced crypto-friendly policies, including the creation of a strategic Bitcoin reserve and proposals for deregulation of the digital asset space. This has coincided with a dramatic surge in Bitcoin’s value, which surpassed US$100,000 in December 2024. As a result: 

  • 33% of Singapore respondents including non-crypto investors viewed President Trump as positive for cryptocurrency
  • 62% of bullish local crypto investors held this same view

Interestingly, the longer investors have been in crypto, the more favourably they view President Trump. Among those with over 10 years of crypto investing experience, support is unanimous — 100% see him as a positive force for the industry.

“There’s no denying that U.S. regulatory and market signals continue to influence investor confidence worldwide. Crypto investors globally also expect the Trump administration’s influence to persist in policy discussions around innovation, regulation, and the broader financial ecosystem.

However, Singaporeans on the whole tend to take a more measured view, factoring in broader global trends beyond just the U.S. They are generally more attuned to a wider range of global developments and are likely less swayed by the Trump-era crypto rhetoric.

We will be gearing up for an interesting year ahead as the developments in the U.S. continue to unfold in the coming months,” commented Mr Perera.

2. ADOPTION [more on page 22 of report]

●       29% own or have owned crypto in the last 12 months

 

●       Crypto investors’ reasons for investing: 48% for portfolio diversification, 36% to grow wealth, 35% via media-driven curiosity

 

●       49% of crypto investors sold part or all of their holdings in the last 12 months, 67% of this group made a profit

 

●       53% cite price volatility as a barrier to crypto investing, 32% want more consumer protection & regulation

Crypto ownership has moderated downwards in 2024. About half of those who exited the market in the past year did so after locking in gains, reflecting a wave of strategic profit-taking in a bull market.

Singaporeans are taking a more defensive financial posture against the backdrop of global macroeconomic uncertainty, and reallocating toward traditional investments. More respondents are keeping cash in savings or fixed deposits at 49%, up from 42% in 2024. This suggests that investors are selectively managing risk and diversifying across asset classes in response to broader economic conditions.

Portfolio diversification remains the primary motivation for cryptocurrency investment. Singaporeans continue to view digital assets as a distinct asset class that can complement traditional investments.

They are also increasingly pragmatic, using crypto to save for the future and to trade for gains. Most avoid experimental areas like DAOs, metaverse platforms, or blockchain-based social media, suggesting a shift toward seeing crypto as a practical investment vehicle.

However, there was a marked decline in other motivating factors for crypto investing compared to 2024:

  • Friends and family influence: 27%, down from 50%
  • Media-driven curiosity: 35%, down from 45%
  • Promotions from crypto exchanges: 15%, down from 29%

This points to a significant reduction in “FOMO” (fear of missing out) and hype-driven investment decisions. Instead, Singaporean crypto investors are making more deliberate, strategically motivated choices based on portfolio considerations rather than external influences or promotional incentives.

1 IN 5 SINGAPOREANS INVEST IN CRYPTO

●       21% invest in crypto

●       27% invest in exchange-traded funds

●       28% invest in bonds

●       49% invest in cash or fixed deposits

●       50% invest in stocks

TOP HELD CRYPTOS IN SINGAPORE

●       Bitcoin: 68%, down from 73%

●       Ethereum: 48%, up from 41%

●       Solana: 19%, up from 17%

●       Dogecoin: 18%, down from 19%

●       XRP: 17%, up from 14%

 

3. CONFIDENCE [more on page 28 of report] 

●       17% of Singaporeans  say they are likely to buy crypto within the next 12 months, while crypto investors are more bullish: 53% are likely or very likely to buy more in the next 12 months

 

●       77% of crypto investors believe Bitcoin will remain over S$100,000 by 2030

 

●       57% of crypto investors believe crypto will achieve mainstream adoption

 

●       Non-investors wish to invest in crypto, but 20% are unsure where to start, 18% lack the financial means

While some Singaporeans are still likely to purchase cryptocurrency within the next 12 months, about half of crypto investors plan to buy more. Against an evolving macroeconomic backdrop, 44% of Singaporean crypto investors said they will hold their crypto and will wait to see what happens.

Nevertheless, crypto owners stand out as confident believers in the future of cryptocurrencies. Conversely, only 19% of non-crypto investors believed crypto would become mainstream. Unsurprisingly, the younger generation (Gen Z and Young Millennials[4]) are more likely to believe that the mainstream will accept crypto compared to the older generation.

Mark Wong, Head of Trading, Independent Reserve Singapore added: “The scars of past market losses have upended investor behaviour, steering them towards high-quality assets that maintain resilience in volatile conditions. Painful lessons from speculative crypto assets have taught investors to prioritise robustness over hype.

“The 2025 IRCI data reveals that 75% of investors holding two to five cryptocurrencies are most likely to report gains or break even, whilst those with eleven or more cryptocurrencies fare worse with only a 40% success rate – highlighting the advantage of focused, high-quality portfolios. Looking ahead, confidence in the crypto market remains strong as half of Singaporean crypto owners plan to increase their holdings in the next year.”

4. TRUST  [more on page 34 of report]

●       58% say that clarity in regulation would help increase their trust in cryptocurrency

 

●       47% want crypto companies to behave responsibly and ensure the safety of their crypto assets

 

●       44% say stability in price would increase their trust in crypto, while 42% think more education is the trick

Singaporeans have consistently mentioned that they want clarity and a well-regulated environment before deepening their involvement in crypto, and this year is no exception: more than half do not view the current measures as sufficient.

Increasingly, Singaporeans also expect responsible corporate practices from market players, underscoring the importance of ethical business practices. This shows that trust is shaped not only by strong regulatory oversight but also by sound corporate governance and robust risk management.

The Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) has been playing a proactive role in building trust. In 2025, MAS updated its licensing and conduct requirements for digital payment token service providers, with a focus on operational soundness and customer protection. These requirements underscore MAS’ efforts to strengthen customer safeguards within the digital asset ecosystem.

However, consumers may remain unaware of the steps regulators and licensed exchanges are taking to create a safer and more transparent crypto environment.

Hannah Puganenthran, Head of Compliance, Independent Reserve Singapore observed: “Even though regulatory oversight is seen as a key driver of trust at 58%, it does not necessarily deter individuals from engaging with unlicensed platforms. More consumers are familiar with unregulated exchanges because of media exposure and the wider service offerings, with fewer barriers to entry. Ironically, the media exposure is frequently linked to adverse events, which can erode public trust in the legitimate crypto industry and licensed players.

“Regulated exchanges in Singapore, on the other hand, are subject to strict advertising and media restrictions, which limit their visibility. The MAS enforces stringent regulatory standards on them, designed to protect users, but these are not always obvious to consumers who may see these safeguards as inconveniences or barriers to entry.  While consumers feel that the solution lies in stronger efforts by the regulators or the exchanges, in fact, we all have a part to play in building trust within the industry. Consumers therefore, also need to conduct their own research on the assets they invest in and the exchanges they engage with.”

Stablecoins gain ground: from trading to real-world use  [more on page 13 of report]

Stablecoins are emerging as one of the most practical use cases in crypto today, gaining traction for payments, overseas transfers and everyday transactions – thanks to their perceived price stability and ease of use. Stablecoins are also gaining momentum as both regulators and markets globally move toward legitimising their role in the financial system. In Singapore, 46% of crypto investors currently own or used to own stablecoins.

The 2025 IRCI data also reflects a broader adoption trend where stablecoins are emerging as trading tools and functional assets within payment systems. These include subscriptions, payments for goods and services or transferring funds to other people overseas, lending and borrowing on DeFi platforms, or as on-chain reserves. Globally, stablecoin supply is projected to soar to USD 1 trillion by end 2025[5], up from around USD 225 billion at the beginning of the year, reflecting a growing recognition of stablecoins’ utility.

68% 

used stablecoins as an intermediary to buy and sell other crypto for crypto trading

53% 

or one in two stablecoin holders used them for real-world transactions

Fiona Murray, APAC Managing Director at Ripple said: “This year’s Independent Reserve Cryptocurrency Index (IRCI) makes one thing abundantly clear: stablecoins are becoming essential infrastructure across APAC (and the globe) for the adoption of crypto as a whole. The IRCI data shows the market is ready. The question is no longer whether to engage with stablecoins, but how quickly they can be adopted to keep up in an increasingly digital global landscape.”

The stablecoin and Bitcoin divide [more on page 15 of report]

When polled, Singaporeans’ trust in Bitcoin vis-à-vis stablecoin was split. While both groups share an interest in the crypto space, their motivations highlight two distinct visions and investment styles: one centred on pragmatic, stable growth, the other on decentralisation and long-term disruption.

56% trust Bitcoin more, because of its transparency, decentralised architecture and resilience.

44% trust stablecoins more, largely because of their price stability and connection to fiat currency.

37% say Bitcoin’s history and resilience over time inspire confidence.

59% like stablecoins as they are pegged to a stable asset, such as US dollars.

30% like that Bitcoin’s blockchain is fully public and auditable.

36% find stablecoins more relatable and intuitive as they are similar to fiat currency.

In Bitcoin, Singaporeans trust  [more on page 18 of report]

86% 

 

of crypto investors view Bitcoin as money, a store of value or an investment asset

68% 

 

of crypto investors hold Bitcoin

61% 

 

of crypto investors prefer investing in Bitcoin directly vs via an ETF

55% 

 

of crypto investors prefer Bitcoin over other digital assets

Bitcoin continues to command exceptional trust among Singaporean investors and even non-investors. It is the most recognised cryptocurrency and a large majority of crypto investors regard Bitcoin as a form of money, store of value, or investment asset.

Aside from being the most widely held crypto, Bitcoin supporters still prefer direct investment and would purchase via crypto exchanges rather than ETFs or intermediated products. Bitcoin also remains a preferred choice over other crypto.

Mr Perera concluded: “Fuelled by market optimism around the U.S.’s crypto-friendly policies, Bitcoin reached an all-time high in January 2025. Over the long term, Bitcoin has far outperformed traditional asset classes, despite its short-term volatility. We’re in a digital age, and Bitcoin is ‘digital gold’. Bitcoin is computationally scarce but offers additional advantages like easier storage, 24/7 transferability, and accessibility. In today’s global economy, that’s a serious game-changer.”

Download the report: https://www.independentreserve.com/blog/news/independent-reserve-cryptocurrency-index-irci-singapore-2025

Media Contacts
Independent Reserve | media@independentreserve.com

Notes to Editors
The Independent Research Cryptocurrency Index (IRCI) Singapore  is an annual survey of around 1,500 Singapore residents conducted in partnership with Milieu Insight Market Research. IRCI Singapore is the only industry-led research that deep dives into Singapore’s blockchain and cryptocurrency sector.

The survey is a cross-sectional and unbiased sample of everyday Singapore residents and is designed to represent the nation as a whole. This year marks the 5th year of IRCI in Singapore, and the survey was conducted in February 2025, reflecting Singapore residents’ attitudes toward cryptocurrency in 2024.

About Independent Reserve
Founded in 2013, Independent Reserve is Singapore’s trusted cryptocurrency exchange. Independent Reserve is the first exchange licensed by the Monetary Authority of Singapore to provide a secure platform for trading and investing in digital assets. With a focus on trust and safety, the exchange serves discerning traders and investors by offering competitive fees, advanced trading tools, and comprehensive educational resources. Adhering to the highest standards of governance, compliance, and security, Independent Reserve empowers institutions and individuals in Singapore to confidently navigate the world of cryptocurrencies.

Beyond our core business, Independent Reserve is dedicated to positively impacting the communities we serve by promoting equal opportunities and fostering a society where everyone can thrive. We focus particularly on helping individuals with special needs lead independent lives and supporting athletes in pursuing their dreams and aspirations.

[1] The 2025 Independent Reserve Cryptocurrency Index (IRCI) Singapore  polled 1,500 everyday Singapore residents in February 2025 on their attitudes toward cryptocurrency in 2024.

[2] Crypto investors refer specifically to those who currently own or have owned cryptocurrency in this period.

[3] A score of 100 indicates maximum awareness, optimism, trust and adoption of cryptocurrency, and 0 indicates a complete ignorance of cryptocurrency and blockchain technology, and that no one has heard of Bitcoin.

[4] Gen Z: 18-25 y.o., Young Millennials: 26-35 y.o.

[5] Cointelegraph: $1T stablecoin supply could drive next crypto rally, 29 March 2025

 

IIJ Launches Safous Privileged Remote Access to Strengthen Security Across IT, OT, and IoT

  • Consolidates Zero Trust, PAM, and IAM into a single platform to streamline secure remote access and privileged account management.
  • Helps organizations meet cybersecurity regulations through application-level controls and microsegmentation, reducing lateral movement and simplifying compliance.

TOKYO, May 22, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Internet Initiative Japan Inc. (IIJ, TSE Prime: 3774), a leading provider of Zero Trust security solutions, today announced the launch of Safous Privileged Remote Access, an integrated platform that combines Zero Trust Network Access (ZTNA), Privileged Access Management (PAM), and Identity and Access Management (IAM) in a single, streamlined solution.

Designed to address two of the most common ransomware attack vectors – unsecured remote access and compromised privileged accounts – Safous Privileged Remote Access helps organizations reduce risk, eliminate complexity, and unify access control across IT, OT, and IoT environments.

The platform builds on IIJ’s proven Safous Zero Trust architecture and now incorporates robust PAM capabilities that align with Gartner’s Remote Privileged Access Management (RPAM) criteria. By tightly monitoring and controlling privileged sessions, the solution delivers full visibility and control over sensitive systems and users.

Key features include:

  • Unified IT, OT, and IoT security:
    Supports secure remote access for operational technology, RPAM for corporate IT environments, and secure connectivity for IoT systems – providing holistic protection across industries such as manufacturing, healthcare, finance, and critical infrastructure.
  • Integrated Zero Trust + PAM + IAM:
    Combines VPN-less Zero Trust connectivity with role-based privileged access and identity verification. This layered approach directly targets the core vulnerabilities exploited in modern ransomware and supply chain attacks.
  • Microsegmentation for application-level control:
    Limits user access based on role and application, rather than broad network access, minimizing the risk of lateral movement and unauthorized entry across systems.
  • Built-in compliance support:
    Simplifies adherence to global and regional cybersecurity regulations—including ISO/IEC 27001, NIST 800-171, and APAC-specific CIIO/NCII requirements—by consolidating critical controls into a single platform.

“Integrating microsegmentation and privileged access controls into a unified Zero Trust framework, we empower enterprises to better protect their critical systems and data without adding unnecessary complexity,” said Miki Tanaka, Global Business Director at IIJ. “Whether your infrastructure is air-gapped on-premises, operating in the cloud, reliant on legacy systems, or restricted to a single shared privileged account, Safous Privileged Remote Access delivers modern defenses and full operational traceability across every environment.”

Safous Privileged Remote Access is now available. For more information, visit https://www.safous.com.

About IIJ

Founded in 1992, IIJ is one of Japan’s leading Internet-access and comprehensive network solutions providers. IIJ and its group companies provide total network solutions that mainly cater to high-end corporate customers. IIJ’s services include high-quality Internet connectivity services, systems integration, cloud computing services, security services and mobile services. Moreover, IIJ has built one of the largest Internet backbone networks in Japan that is connected to the United States, the United Kingdom and Asia. IIJ was listed on the Prime Market of the Tokyo Stock Exchange in 2022. For more information about IIJ, visit the official website: https://www.iij.ad.jp/en/.

The statements within this release contain forward-looking statements about our future plans that involve risk and uncertainty. These statements may differ materially from actual future events or results.

This press release contains forward-looking statements about plans that involve risks and uncertainties. Actual events or results may differ materially from those anticipated.

For inquiries, contact:

IIJ Global Solutions Singapore (Safous Team)
Regional Head, Sales and Marketing
Roy Kikuchi
Email: info@safous.com 
https://www.safous.com 

Police Identify Suspect in Fatal Shooting of Wife in Vientiane

Man shot wife dead in Xaythany, Vientiane, on 21 May. (Photo: News Today)

Police have identified a 48-year-old man accused of fatally shooting his wife in Somsamai village, Xaythany district, on the afternoon of 21 May following a domestic dispute.

The suspect, identified as Yenglor, allegedly shot his 29-year-old wife, U Thao, in the back near a grocery shop close to the village primary school between 2 and 3 PM. She died at the scene.

Screenshot Vientiane shooting video, 21 May.

Footage of the incident circulated on social media shortly after the attack.

According to the Huay Chiam police unit, Yenglor’s national ID was issued in Phasang village,Feuang district, Vientiane Province. His current occupation and residence have not been disclosed.

Family members told police the couple had a history of conflict. On the day of the incident, Yenglor reportedly attempted to take his wife to his home village in an effort to reconcile, but she refused. He then shot her and fled on a black Ice-brand motorbike. He remains at large.

Authorities confirmed the suspect has a prior criminal record and was previously detained on assault charges.

The victim’s family has offered a reward of LAK 50 million for information leading to the suspect’s arrest. Police are urging anyone with relevant information to contact the nearest police station.

HyperStrong Unveils HyperBlock M: Next-Gen Client-Centric Energy Storage

BEIJING, May 22, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — HyperStrong, a global leader in energy storage solutions, has launched MagicBlock at the smarter E Europe 2025 that just concluded in Munich, Germany. MagicBlock, a groundbreaking utility-scale energy storage system (ESS) platform, introduces the innovative HyperBlock M, a client-centric ESS product. Instead of pursuing ever-larger battery capacities, HyperStrong prioritizes understanding and meeting the long-term needs of global customers, delivering tailored solutions that enhance safety, efficiency, and scalability.

MagicBlock reimagines ESS design, deployment, and management with its highly modular architecture. “Through extensive research and consultation across Europe, the Middle East, Africa, North America, and Asia-Pacific, we gathered critical customer feedback,” said Matthew Yang, HyperStrong’s Senior Product Manager for Overseas Utility-Scale Storage. “Clients demand higher ROI, enhanced safety, greater efficiency and flexible scalability. HyperBlock M delivers precisely that.”

Unlike conventional systems tied to specific cells or PCS, HyperBlock M offers a versatile framework configurable for renewable energy integration, frequency regulation, peak shaving or standalone ESS applications. Its compact 10-foot container design—deviating from the industry-standard 20-foot unit—improves transportability and simplifies deployment in logistically challenged regions. In areas with constrained infrastructure, oversized containers often lead to delays and require extra permits. HyperBlock M’s streamlined design enables faster and more cost-efficient installation.

HyperBlock M emphasizes user-friendly innovation, featuring front-facing airflow, a top-mounted thermal management system, and an intuitive maintenance interface. This enables side-by-side or back-to-back installation, optimizing land use efficiency. The platform offers both DC-only solutions for EPC integration and turnkey AC-integrated units with customizable internal or external transformers, delivering tailored, high-efficiency solutions for diverse energy needs.

The platform integrates a cutting-edge 400kW PCS and a real-time performance monitoring system, enabling efficient power conversion and precise tracking of key metrics such as discharge capacity, round-trip efficiency, and battery state-of-health (SoH). At HyperStrong, we understand that clients seek more than plug-and-play convenience—they require enduring and reliable performance. Our intelligent balancing algorithms and advanced thermal management technology optimize cell balancing and prevent thermal runaway, ensuring consistent performance that meets client expectations.

Additionally, HyperStrong sets a new O&M standard with an AI-driven approach. Each HyperBlock M unit can be connected to a web dashboard or mobile app, enabling remote monitoring, real-time alerts, and predictive maintenance. The HyperGenie AI assistant, trained on more than 200 global case studies and more than 50 expert models, provides multilingual, voice-guided support for maintenance tasks, empowering even novice technicians.

Hardware innovations include a semi-automated battery module replacement system, enabling one-hour swaps of modules weighing over one ton, replacing risky manual methods. From intuitive maintenance layouts to early fault detection, HyperBlock M streamlines installation, maintenance, and long-term service.

“HyperBlock M isn’t just a product—it’s a platform built around people, places, and performance,” Yang said. “Our customers plan decades ahead, and HyperBlock M offers the flexibility, visibility, and reliability they need to scale confidently.”

With its modular and intelligent design, HyperBlock M positions HyperStrong as a pioneer in the global ESS market, delivering smarter, more sustainable solutions for the energy transition.

 

Cognizant Makes Scalable Agent Networks Accessible to Every Enterprise

Open-Sources Neuro® AI Multi-Agent Accelerator

TEANECK, N.J., May 22, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Cognizant (Nasdaq: CTSH) today announced that it has open-sourced its Neuro® AI Multi-Agent Accelerator for research and academic use. This open-source software enables domain experts, researchers, and developers to immediately start prototyping and building agent networks across virtually any use case. The open-source software will help accelerate AI adoption by promoting collaboration in building and customizing multi-agent systems for adaptive operations and real-time decision-making. Enterprises can leverage Cognizant’s Multi-Agent Services Suite to deploy networks of agents in a commercial setting at scale and to efficiently manage them in production, under a commercial license.

Neuro AI Multi-Agent Accelerator Web Client
Neuro AI Multi-Agent Accelerator Web Client

The AI Agents Market is anticipated to rapidly grow over the next five years, from a value of USD 5.1 billion in 2024 to a projected worth of USD 47.1 billion by the year 2030. Today’s news speeds how enterprises can leverage interconnected agents to explore new revenue streams and drive scalable business value. Developed by Cognizant’s AI Lab, the open-sourced software for Neuro® AI Multi-Agent Accelerator demonstrates Cognizant’s leadership in AI innovation and its commitment to advancing the application of AI Agents.

Clients like Telstra, Australia’s leading telecommunications and technology company, are working with Cognizant to test and deploy multi-agent systems.

“The open sourcing of the Neuro AI Multi-Agent Accelerator will further empower our teams to rapidly prototype and integrate existing AI agents, and help accelerate our software development lifecycle,” said Telstra’s Group Executive for Product and Technology, Kim Krogh Andersen. “We’re already starting to see the potential for gains in quality, velocity and efficiency as a result.”

Cognizant has also helped a healthcare company create a Contract Negotiator agent network that speeds up medical appeal processing times, as well as a consumer packaged goods firm for analyzing supply chain management. Cognizant is in the process of more than 65 conversations with clients around agentic AI.

Building a successful multi-agent network requires the ability to orchestrate diverse agents, tools, and knowledge sources — including general-purpose large language models (LLMs) and organization-specific systems like service level management (SLMs) or retrieval-augmented generation (RAG) frameworks. Cognizant’s Neuro AI Multi-Agent Accelerator aims to enable virtually seamless integration with APIs, RAG, and third-party agents like Salesforce’s Agentforce, Google’s Agentspace, or Crew AI—via its native Model Context Protocol (MCP) or standard API calls. An optional inter-agent coordination protocol allows these agents to autonomously organize, delegate tasks, and route processes—boosting efficiency and minimizing errors. Agent2Agent (A2A) protocol is also supported, which expands agent collaboration across clouds, platforms, and organizational boundaries.

“To stay competitive in the era of agentic AI, enterprises must be free to experiment—to explore how agents can transform business processes and drive operational efficiencies,” said Babak Hodjat, Chief Technology Officer of AI at Cognizant. “By open-sourcing Neuro AI Multi-Agent Accelerator, we’re expanding access to our cutting-edge multi-agent technology—empowering developers to innovate faster, and enabling decision-makers, regardless of technical background, to rapidly prototype systems and directly observe their impact on key performance indicators.

“Agentforce is built on Salesforce’s deeply unified platform that is open and extensible, empowering our ecosystem of partners and builders to innovate with AI that’s grounded in trust. Cognizant’s decision to open source its Neuro AI Multi-Agent Accelerator exemplifies the kind of partnership that helps our customers move faster and innovate with confidence,” said Gary Lerhaupt, Vice President of Product Architecture, Salesforce. “Together, we’re enabling enterprises to deploy agents that think, collaborate, and deliver value—across every corner of their business.”

Neuro® AI Multi-Agent Accelerator – Key Features:

  • Intelligent Opportunity Discovery: Provide a company name or problem area, and the Agent Network Designer will automatically propose a tailored agentic network aligned to your use case—helping you move from idea to implementation faster.
  • Rapid and Streamlined Customization: Quickly build and modify multi-agent systems using natural language or leverage prebuilt templates for domains like loan origination, customer service, retail optimization, and intranet automation—dramatically reducing development cycles and risk.
  • Scalable, Distributed Operation: Connectors support homegrown tools, APIs, and third-party agents like Salesforce’s Agentforce and Google Agentspace via Model Context Protocol (MCP) or standard API calls. A coordination layer enables agents to intelligently self-organize, distribute tasks, and route processes—boosting efficiency and reducing errors.
  • Secure Private Data: Supports regulated industries such as finance and healthcare by isolating confidential information through private data channels to support compliance and data protection.
  • LLM and Cloud Provider Agnostic: Easily switch between open-source and most commercial LLMs, as well as private/public cloud providers, without the need for system rebuilds.
  • Extensible Coded Tools: Enhance agent networks with custom-coded tools—vital for grounding agent decisions in real-time data, or for defining logical boundaries that trigger human intervention where needed.
  • Multi-server, Distributed Deployment: Run agent sub-networks across multiple servers, enabling scalable architectures that support parallel processing, geographic distribution, or segmented use cases.
  • Data-Driven Network Definition: Define and update your agentic systems entirely via data-only configuration files—supporting version control, auditability, and rapid reusability across projects.
  • Agent Testing Capability: Use the Agent Network Tester to identify bottlenecks or breakdowns within your network. Get actionable insights into coordination issues, agent logic gaps, or integration errors.

Cognizant Scales Agents to 330,000 people via its Intranet, 1Cognizant

Thousands of employees now use 1Cognizant, an intranet assistant powered by its Neuro AI Multi-Agent Accelerator. This tool consolidates and organizes multiple agents to efficiently help employees with various tasks, from reserving meeting rooms and calling cabs to handling inquiries like moving countries or getting married. 1Cognizant can now provide immediate actionable advice and assistance to employees, increasing efficiency and breaking down internal silos.

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Cognizant (Nasdaq-100: CTSH) engineers modern businesses. We help our clients modernize technology, reimagine processes and transform experiences so they can stay ahead in our fast-changing world. Together, we’re improving everyday life.

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LG CNS showcases AI-Enhanced ‘PerfecTwin ERP Edition’ in the U.S. at SAP Sapphire 2025

  • Introduces new PerfecTwin ERP Edition with AI capabilities such as real transaction data generation for testing and automated removal of sensitive information
  • Expands collaboration plans with SAP to provide technical enhanced services for cloud ERP advancement
  • Plans to establish ERP delivery center in India to expand global ERP operations
  • CEO Shin Gyoon Hyun joins SAP Sapphire panel session for the second consecutive year to discuss ERP innovation

SEOUL, South Korea, May 22, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — LG CNS, a leading AI transformation (AX) company in Korea, unveiled its latest AI-based ERP testing technology at SAP Sapphire 2025, SAP’s annual global conference held in Orlando, Florida.

Managers from LG CNS's Enterprise Solution Division explain the 'PerfecTwin ERP Edition' to visitors at the SAP Sapphire booth
Managers from LG CNS’s Enterprise Solution Division explain the ‘PerfecTwin ERP Edition’ to visitors at the SAP Sapphire booth

SAP Sapphire brings together industry leaders, customers and partners from around the world to explore the latest technologies and innovations powered by SAP. At this year’s event, the LG CNS booth showcased the new AI-enhanced version of the company’s PerfecTwin ERP Edition, an advanced testing solution based on real transaction data that was introduced at Sapphire 2024.

Designed for SAP ERP environments, the solution helps companies ensure smooth data transfers and minimize errors by testing transactional data—such as finance, procurement, and HR—in a virtual environment identical to the new system. By repeatedly verifying real transaction data, it enables near-zero defects upon system implementation or upgrades.

The latest edition’s AI features generate real transaction test data when the volume of actual data is insufficient. They also ensure privacy and security by identifying and removing sensitive information, such as user data. Additionally, the AI analyzes error patterns and traces root causes to significantly reduce test validation time.

LG CNS is a long-time SAP partner offering ERP expertise to enterprise clients. At the event in Orlando, LG CNS and SAP expanded their collaboration to provide clients with a comprehensive set of services to accelerate their transformation to cloud ERP. These services provided by LG CNS include application operations, release version upgrades, application security updates and SAP Business Technology Platform core operations.

In addition, LG CNS plans to expand the target countries for these services to the Asia-Pacific and Japan regions and beyond, based on the maturity of the services. This includes the establishment of a delivery center in India later this year to support the global expansion of its ERP operations.

Shin Gyoon Hyun, CEO of LG CNS, participated in the SAP Sapphire panel discussion for the second year in a row, sharing insights on cloud ERP transformation, customer success stories, and innovative digital transformation cases.

Since establishing joint collaboration plans at SAP’s headquarters in Germany in 2023, LG CNS has continued to strengthen its collaboration to drive innovation in cloud ERP services. Earlier this year, the company became the first from Korea to join SAP’s Regional Strategic Services Partner (RSSP) initiative for the Asia-Pacific (APAC) region. The RSSP initiative enables LG CNS to scale its SAP practice quickly across the APAC region and work more closely with SAP to deliver joint customer success.

“Through continued collaboration with SAP, LG CNS will further strengthen its technical expertise and competitiveness in ERP and continue to support innovation for global clients,” said Hanshin Nae, Senior Vice President of LG CNS Enterprise Solutions Division.

About LG CNS

LG CNS is a leading Korean AX (AI Transformation) company that continues to pioneer various emerging technologies, including AI, cloud computing, big data, and smart engineering, encompassing smart factories, smart cities, and smart logistics, as well as digital marketing. The company also leads the market through innovative system integration (SI) and system management (SM) projects across finance, manufacturing, the public sector, and various other industries. For more information, please visit https://www.lgcns.com.

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Quality HealthCare Reinforces Commitment to Aviation Safety and Pilot Health in Hong Kong


HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 22 May 2025 – As aviation operations continue to expand across the region, Quality HealthCare Medical Services (QHMS) reaffirms its commitment to supporting aviation safety and pilot wellbeing through ongoing collaboration with the aviation sector. With a long-standing presence in Hong Kong’s healthcare landscape, QHMS recognises the unique health and regulatory needs of aviation professionals and remains dedicated to contributing to a resilient, safety-driven industry.

Quality HealthCare Reinforces Commitment to Aviation Safety and Pilot Health in Hong Kong
Quality HealthCare Reinforces Commitment to Aviation Safety and Pilot Health in Hong Kong

Aviation safety depends not only on engineering and operations, but also on the health, focus, and fitness of flight crews. Pilots carry immense responsibility, and their physical and mental wellbeing is a critical pillar of safe operation. Regular medical assessments, conducted in accordance with aviation authority standards, play a key role in safeguarding that readiness.

“Aviation is one of the most safety-sensitive industries in the world. Ensuring the health and safety of those who operate aircraft is not just a medical matter — it’s a public safety priority,” said Elaine Chu, General Manager of QHMS. “We believe the partnership between the aviation and medical sectors is essential to maintaining public trust and upholding the highest safety standards.”

To meet the specific needs of the aviation community, QHMS provides medical examinations for pilots through a team of registered Approved Medical Assessors (AMAs) and Approved Medical Examiners (AMEs). These services are delivered in compliance with both local and international regulatory requirements, aligning with QHMS’s broader mission to deliver safe and integrated care across specialised sectors.

With a network of medical centres across Hong Kong, QHMS offers aviation professionals easy access to required medical services. Various booking options including online channels and call centre support help accommodate pilots’ demanding schedules.

Backed by years of experience in supporting airlines and aviation-related organisations, QHMS works closely with employers, training institutions, and regulators. This collaborative approach ensures pilots not only meet compliance standards, but also maintain long-term health and performance throughout their careers.

“We are proud to support the aviation community as part of our broader commitment to public health,” said Elaine Chu. “As the aviation industry grows, we are more determined to be a trusted partner in safeguarding the wellbeing of the professionals who make safe travel possible.”

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About Quality HealthCare Medical Services Limited 

Rooted in Hong Kong as Dr. Anderson & Partners since 1868, Quality HealthCare Medical Services (QHMS) has provided healthcare services for over 150 years. Today, we are one of Hong Kong’s major private healthcare providers.

We offer a wide range of services, including Western Medicine, Traditional Chinese Medicine, Diagnostics & Imaging, Physiotherapy, Mental Health, and Wellness, through a network of over 1,650 service points across Hong Kong.

QHMS is committed to supporting the Government’s policy through various public-private partnership programmes to provide medical services to the public.

The QHMS App, our proprietary health and wellness mobile app, offers a range of features including e-ticketing for GP visits, e-booking, health records, video consultations, and health information, bringing healthcare services to everyone’s fingertips.

In October 2013, QHMS became part of Bupa, an international healthcare company.

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