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GC Biopharma’s Varicella Vaccine Strain ‘MAV/06’ Listed in WHO Position Paper

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  • Officially recognized by WHO as a standard varicella vaccine strain alongside Oka
  • Interchangeability endorsed, enhancing global supply security

YONGIN, South Korea, Dec. 2, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — GC Biopharma (006280.KS), a global biopharmaceutical company, today announced that its proprietary varicella vaccine strain MAV/06 has been included in the World Health Organization (WHO) Position Paper on varicella vaccination, published on November 21.

WHO Position Paper serves as the most authoritative global guidance for immunization policy, developed by the Strategic Advisory Group of Experts on Immunization (SAGE).

With this inclusion, BARYCELA Inj. — GC Biopharma’s varicella vaccine based on the MAV/06 strain — has attained equivalent international recognition to Oka strain-based vaccines. The WHO also endorsed the interchangeability of MAV/06 and Oka strains, allowing BARYCELA Inj. to be vaccinated with existing varicella vaccines in two-dose immunization schedules. This positions BARYCELA Inj. as a validated alternative in the global varicella vaccine market.

The immunogenicity and safety of MAV/06 were confirmed in a Phase 3 clinical trial of BARYCELA Inj., published in a peer-reviewed journal. The study demonstrated strong immune responses and a favorable safety profile, supporting its use in national immunization programs.

The endorsement establishes a more resilient global supply framework by enabling substitution between strains, thereby minimizing the risk of supply shortage and improving vaccination continuity across markets.

GC Biopharma expects the WHO recognition to strengthen its position in global procurement platforms such as the Pan American Health Organization (PAHO), where BARYCELA Inj. has already been stably supplied for years.

“The inclusion of MAV/06 in the WHO Position Paper mark a significant milestone in strengthening global varicella vaccine supply,” said Jaewoo Lee, Head of the Regulatory Science & Product Development at GC Biopharma. “With validated manufacturing capabilities and a strong track record of international supply, we’re committed to supporting global immunization efforts with reliable access to high-quality vaccines.”

The MAV/06 strain was developed in-house by GC Biopharma in 1993 and has been used in products such as Suduvax and BARYCELA Inj. for nearly 30 years, including supplies through PAHO to various markets.

About GC Biopharma

GC Biopharma (formerly known as Green Cross Corporation) is a biopharmaceutical company headquartered in Yong-in, South Korea. The company has over half a century of experience in the development and manufacturing of plasma derivatives and vaccines, and is expanding its global presence with successful US market entry of Alyglo® (intravenous immunoglobulin G) in 2024. In line with its mission to meet the demands of future healthcare, GC Biopharma continues to drive innovation by leveraging its core R&D capabilities in engineering of proteins, mRNAs, and lipid nanoparticle (LNP) drug delivery platform to develop therapeutics for the field of rare disease as well as I&I (Immunology & Inflammation). To learn more about the company, visit https://www.gcbiopharma.com/eng/

This press release may contain biopharmaceuticals in forward-looking statements, which express the current beliefs and expectations of GC Biopharma’s management. Such statements do not represent any guarantee by GC Biopharma or its management of future performance and involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties, and other factors. GC Biopharma undertakes no obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statement contained in this press release or any other forward-looking statements it may make, except as required by law or stock exchange rule.

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HKU TEC Leads 30 Startups to Partake in HKTDC Entrepreneur Day 2025

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Showcasing Tech Innovation Businesses that Address Healthcare, Industrial Production and Environmental Pain Points


HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 2 December 2025 – The University of Hong Kong Techno-Entrepreneurship Core (HKU TEC) will organise 30 developing startups to participate in the HKTDC Entrepreneur Day, an entrepreneurial event to be held on 4th and 5th December 2025 at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre. Of them, 14 companies are supported and incubated by the Tech-Up GBA Innovators Programme (Tech-Up), showcasing their innovative solutions in healthcare, industrial production, and environmental sustainability.

The Launch Ceremony of Tech-Up GBA Innovators Programme
The Launch Ceremony of Tech-Up GBA Innovators Programme

At the event, companies comprising HKU researchers and students will showcase their business success and technological innovation that demonstrate their endeavours and strengths in addressing societal needs. Fellow young entrepreneurs, investors, industry practitioners and journalists are welcome to visit and explore possible collaboration.

HKU TEC was established in 2023 as the core of the University’s techno startup ecosystem, which synergises and strengthens innovation and entrepreneurship resources to make the ecosystem vibrant. The iDendron, an entrepreneurship community hub under HKU TEC, has already nurtured more than 500 early-stage HKU startups, providing key resources and cross-disciplinary collaboration opportunities for young entrepreneurs.

To further support youth entrepreneurship, HKU TEC launched the Gear Up Startup Seed Fund & Incubation Programme (the “Gear Up” programme), which is funded by the Home and Youth Affairs Bureau (HYAB) and the Funding Scheme for Youth Entrepreneurship in the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area, administered by the Youth Development Commission’s Youth Development Fund (YDF). The “Gear Up” programme has closed after incubating 14 startups that had transformed their business ideas into viable businesses.

Building on the success of the “Gear Up” programme, HKU TEC has launched a new initiative, namely the “Tech-Up” programme, which is also supported by YDF. This programme aims to provide a full range of startup resources, including seed funding, entrepreneurial support, mentorship, and connections to industry networks, to help young entrepreneurs turn their innovative concepts into competitive commercial projects and develop their businesses in the GBA market.

From R&D to Doing Business

At Entrepreneur Day to be held on 4th and 5th December, the 14 HKU startups empowered by the Tech-Up programme will set up their booths. They will showcase the endeavours of HKU professors, students, and alumni, and their teams, in transforming research and development efforts and discoveries into innovative, viable businesses. They will also present the latest progress in business development.

The projects they are presenting cater to healthcare, industrial production and environmental needs. They range from personal care projects, such as an AI menstrual pad, a probiotics beverage and a home-based health monitoring system, rehabilitation solutions ( e.g. a smart insole and a rehab robot), industrial production and drug development technologies, technologies tackling climate change and environmental issues, namely a cooling accessory for outdoor workers, planting waste treatment and a desalination system. In addition, an immunity test and a pain management system for animals which tap the pet market.

Among them are three full-fledged startups: DiamNEX, a hi-tech firm focusing on the R&D of flexible diamond membranes. Its unique, proprietary technology has overcome bottlenecks in producing large-sized, high-quality, transferable diamond films, providing innovative solutions for mass commercialisation. ReGen Technology develops a patented solar-powered desalination system that produces fresh water using only sunlight. The modular device uses a biomimetic thermal process to evaporate and condense seawater at low cost, supporting agriculture, remote communities, and regenerative land projects. Designed for off-grid operation, it enables sustainable access to freshwater in coastal and arid regions. LinguaLeap Tech’s Aggray AI Rehab Robot offers training and a nutrient management plan for people with swallowing difficulties. The teams engage in diverse innovation projects.

Dr Paul Wang, Director of HKU TEC, said, “Fellow entrepreneurs, investors and industry leaders are invited to visit the booths of the aspiring HKU startups and take the opportunity to explore potential partnerships. And we hope the participating HK startups will have a fruitful experience in networking, engaging with industry leaders, and expediting their business growth at the event.”

【Event information: HKU TEC at HKTDC Entrepreneur Day 2025】

Date: 4, 5 December 2025
Time: 9:00 am – 6:30 pm (Thursday); 9:00 am – 6:00 pm (Friday)
Venue: Hall 1D – E, Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre
Booths: 1E – F23-31
Hashtag: #HKU #TEC #HKUTEC #HKTDC


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The University of Hong Kong Techno-Entrepreneurship Core (HKU TEC)

The Techno-Entrepreneurship Core (TEC) at HKU serves as the central hub dedicated to fostering innovation and entrepreneurship across the university. Its mission is to build a vibrant ecosystem by synergising efforts and resources to support students, alumni, faculty, and external partners. TEC’s core functions include coordinating existing activities to ensure alignment and efficiency, providing education and training to students from all disciplines to cultivate an entrepreneurial mindset, and supporting start-ups in commercialising research breakthroughs.

ICONSIAM to Host “Amazing Thailand Countdown 2026” Showcasing Thailand as One of the World’s Top Countdown Destinations

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Featuring World-Class Artist Mark Tuan, Top Thai Artists, and a Spectacular 4D Sky Show Along the Chao Phraya River


BANGKOK, THAILAND – Media OutReach Newswire – 2 December 2025 – ICONSIAM, the global landmark on the Chao Phraya River, will host the “Amazing Thailand Countdown 2026”, a five-day festival from 27–31 December 2025 at River Park, celebrating its 7th anniversary and cementing Bangkok as a premier year-end destination. The festivities will feature world-class artist Mark Tuan and Thailand’s top artists, over 200 performers transforming River Park into endless riverfront entertainment arena, as well as spectacular 4D sky show, combining eco-friendly fireworks with drones and pyrotechnics, illuminating the Chao Phraya river on New Year’s Eve. Together, these experiences showcase Thailand as a global countdown destination for unforgettable year-end celebrations for visitors worldwide.

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Mr. Supoj Chaiwatsirikul, Managing Director of ICONSIAM Company Limited stated “Amazing Thailand Countdown 2026 is more than a festival; it is a global phenomenon celebrating Thailand’s culture, creativity, and innovation. In collaboration with the Ministry of Tourism and Sports, the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT), the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration, Thai Chamber of Commerce and the Board of Trade of Thailand, and leading private-sector partners such as Charoen Pokphand Group, KASIKORNBANK and other distinguished partners, who have joined together to present a united spectacle showcasing Thailand’s brilliance on the world stage. The event will also drive high-season tourism, support riverside businesses, and generate significant economic impact.”

Mr. Natt Krutsut, Deputy Governor for Tourism Products and Business, Tourism Authority of Thailand emphasized: “Amazing Thailand Countdown is a flagship event under ‘Thailand: The Great Celebration Destination.’ Last year’s Countdown generated over THB 55 million and became a global phenomenon, showcasing Thailand as a top countdown destination. This year, we are confident that the Amazing Thailand Countdown 2026 will continue to be a magnet attracting tourists from around the world, helping to energize year-end tourism and generate tangible economic benefits. It is estimated that the total number of international visitors nationwide during the New Year festival, from 28–31 December 2025, will be no less than 500,000, based on figures from the previous year.”

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Highlights of the Amazing Thailand Countdown 2026 from 27–31 December 2025 at River Park, ICONSIAM

  • 4D Sky “In Eternity Reverence” to Honor Her Majesty The Queen Mother – A groundbreaking 1,400-meter-long spectacle along the Chao Phraya River, featuring eco-friendly fireworks, intricate drone formations, and pyrotechnics by Crostars (China). The show will be designed by Okuchi Yoshimasa, Japan’s award-winning eco-friendly fireworks director, who will deliver a breathtaking 20-minute presentation on New Year’s Eve, 31 December 2025.
  • The Unrivaled Global Performance – “Where the Best of Thailand Meets the Best of the World,” featuring world-class artist Mark Tuan alongside Thailand’s top artist, delivering a night of legendary performances and unforgettable entertainment on 31 December 2025.
  • The Unrivaled Global Celebration – Endless Riverfront Entertainment Arena – ICONSIAM’s River Park transformed into a massive dance arena with over 200 performers, including top-chart bands, renowned singers, and rising stars such as Keng–Namping, Lingling–Orm, Zee–Nunew, Tle–First One, BUS because of you i shine, Proxie, Jeff Satur, Bodyslam, Slot Machine, Three Man Down, Y2Z, 4EVE, PiXXiE, ATLAS, DEXX, URBOYTJ, CIR*CRL, The 52 Area, CD x Nara, DJ Paul Sirisant, among others offering limitless fun and immersive entertainment along the iconic riverside.

Visitors can enjoy five days of interactive performances, special shopping privileges, and exclusive ONESIAM member benefits, with entry via walk-ins, spending rewards, or online participation. More details and conditions are available on www.iconsiam.com or Facebook: ICONSIAM. The festival will be streamed live on ICONSIAM’s Facebook and YouTube channels from 27–31 December 2025 at 18:00 hrs. onwards.

The Amazing Thailand Countdown 2026 unites Thailand’s best with world-class entertainment, global and local talents, and visionary collaboration to deliver a spectacular, unforgettable festival that cements Thailand’s place at the forefront of global celebrations, which will take place from 27–31 December 2025 at River Park, ICONSIAM.

Hashtag: #AmazingThailandCountdown2026 #ICONSIAM #ICONSIAMCountdown2026 #CountdownatICONSIAM

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BHN brings Visa eGift card to Australian retailers – A digital-first gift card with in-store convenience

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SYDNEY, Dec. 2, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Global branded payments provider, Blackhawk Network (BHN), has partnered with iconic Australian brand, Big W, to bring the speed, convenience and security of an eGift into physical retail stores with the launch of in-store Visa eGift cards.  

The new product offers fast, hassle-free and secure digital gifting with the familiarity of physical retail packaging, giving Australian shoppers access to a modern way to gift.

The patented, tamper-evident gift carrier does not have a card inside. Rather, once the eGift is activated at purchase, consumers use a mobile device to scan the QR code inside the carrier to load the funds directly to their digital wallet for immediate use in-store using tap-to-pay terminals or online. 

When the QR code is scanned, the ‘My Card Wallet’ app clip launches automatically, providing immediate access to all essential card information such as balance, card number, expiry date and CVV2 for online purchases, and monitors transaction history – all without having to download the app.

This seamless digital integration ensures funds are managed and ready for use with online and in-store transactions, offering a secure and intuitive experience.  

Blackhawk Network Head of Australian Retail Kieran Nolan says that “As Australians increasingly embrace digital-first payment methods, it’s more important than ever to provide solutions that are both convenient and secure.

“This launch represents a major milestone in bringing the flexibility and convenience of digital gifting into the physical retail environment. With Visa’s trusted payment network and our secure QR technology, we’re delivering a product that is both easy to use and highly secure,” said Nolan.

BIG W, one of Australia’s most trusted retailers, is the first to bring this innovative product to shoppers nationwide.

The Visa eGift Card is now available in Big W stores nationwide, ahead of the holiday shopping season.  

 

SCG Partners with Rondo Energy To Launch ‘Southeast Asia’s First Industrial Heat Battery’, Unlocking 24-Hour Clean Energy Storage for Industry

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BANGKOK, THAILAND – Media OutReach Newswire – 2 December 2025 – SCG, through its subsidiary SCG Cleanergy, has joined hands with Rondo Energy, a leading U.S. developer of industrial heat battery technology, to launch Southeast Asia’s first industrial heat battery at SCG’s cement plant in Saraburi Province. This breakthrough innovation enables continuous 24-hour clean energy storage and usage in industrial operations, strengthening business competitiveness and accelerating the transition toward a low-carbon economy across the region.

SCG Partners with Rondo Energy To Launch ‘Southeast Asia’s First Industrial Heat Battery’
SCG Partners with Rondo Energy To Launch ‘Southeast Asia’s First Industrial Heat Battery’

Mr. Attapong Sathitmanothum, Chief Executive Officer of SCG Cleanergy, said “SCG Cleanergy is dedicated to collaborating with world-class partners who possess strong expertise in integrating advanced technologies, in order to deliver efficient, comprehensive clean energy solutions to our customers across ASEAN. These solutions not only help reduce costs and enhance business competitiveness, but also promote sustainable growth for both communities and the environment.

Our partnership with Rondo Energy brings advanced clean energy innovation, the ‘Heat Battery’, to empower industries with the capability to store and utilize clean energy around the clock. This technology eliminates the limitation of renewable energy availability, which was previously confined to daytime solar power. It perfectly aligns with SCG’s concept of ‘Inclusive Green Growth’ and our ‘Net Zero 2050′ goal, reflecting SCG’s determination to drive Thai and ASEAN industries toward a sustainable low-carbon economy.”

The first ‘industrial heat battery’ project in ASEAN was launched at SCG’s cement plant in Saraburi, where large-scale high-temperature process heat is required. The project enhances the plant’s ability to replace fossil-based heat with clean thermal energy in its production process. SCG Cleanergy plans to expand this solution to other SCG operations and industrial clients across ASEAN, aiming for commercial-scale implementation by 2026.

Mr. Eric Trusiewicz, Chief Executive Officer of Rondo Energy, added “Rondo’s Heat Battery technology has been proven in operation, demonstrating its ability to convert ‘clean electricity’ into stored ‘clean heat’ for industrial use. The unit at SCG’s cement plant in Saraburi is currently the only heat battery in the world capable of generating high-pressure steam for real industrial production, using Rondo Heat Battery (RHB33) technology. This achievement represents a major step forward in reducing industrial carbon emissions globally and provides a model that can be replicated in many regions.

We are proud to partner with SCG, one of Asia’s leading industrial conglomerates, renowned for its commitment to innovation and sustainability. Together with SCG Cleanergy, we successfully built this first-of-its-kind system within eight months, utilizing almost entirely local manufacturers and suppliers. This collaboration clearly demonstrates how advanced global technology can be combined with the efficiency and agility of local supply chains.”

The Industrial Heat Battery is designed as a modular system that can be configured and scaled to suit different industrial applications, ensuring maximum efficiency for each project. Its operation consists of three key stages:

  • Charge: The system is charged with electricity generated from renewable sources such as wind and solar energy, or from the grid, typically for six to eight hours per day.
  • Store: The clean electricity is converted into heat through radiant heating elements with zero energy loss, then stored in Thermal Media capable of maintaining temperatures up to 1,500°C for several days.
  • Discharge: The battery continuously delivers heat for steam generation with an efficiency of up to 97%, enabling uninterrupted 24-hour operation.

This pioneering project also received research funding from the Science, Research, and Innovation Promotion Fund through the Program Management Unit for Competitiveness Enhancement (PMUC). The initiative highlights strong public–private sector collaboration in accelerating the adoption of clean energy technologies that support measurable industrial decarbonization, strengthen energy security, and improve cost management flexibility.

The technology can be applied across various sectors, including food, packaging, chemical, cement, and construction materials, marking a key milestone for SCG Cleanergy in advancing its clean energy solutions toward regional commercial deployment and contributing to the realization of the Net Zero vision in a sustainable manner.

For more information about SCG Cleanergy’s Industrial Heat Battery Solution, please visit https://scgcleanergy.com, email scgcleanergy@scg.com, or call +662-586-4444

Hashtag: #SCG

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WEMADE Partners with Razer for Global ‘Legend of YMIR’ Promotion

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 The 60-day worldwide campaign features exclusive co-branded items and Razer Gold bonuses

SINGAPORE, Dec. 2, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Leading global game developer WEMADE has partnered with global gaming lifestyle brand, Razer, to launch a campaign celebrating the worldwide release of its Unreal Engine 5 MMORPG, Legend of YMIR. The promotion was rolled out at the end of November 2025 across all regions through the Razer Gold network, combining exclusive in-game items, additional reward bonuses, and joint brand marketing initiatives.


The 60-day global campaign taps into Razer’s ecosystem of over 68,000 digital channels and 200 global payment partners. It will be supported by coordinated promotion across Razer Gold, WEMIX PLAY, official social channels, newsletters, web banners, and in-game placements. Through this collaboration, WEMADE and Razer aim to deliver new benefits, deeper engagement, and a strengthened global presence for Legend of YMIR.

Exclusive Razer Gold × Legend of YMIR Bundles

Razer Gold Webshop will release two limited-edition bundles that will be available for purchase during the campaign period:

  • Razer Gold: Ascension Edition
  • Razer Silver: Essence Edition

Each bundle includes an exclusive in-game Disir. Designed in collaboration with Razer, these companions draw inspiration from Razer Gold & Razer Silver’s iconic coin-themed motifs and are available only through the bundles for a limited time during the campaign.

Players who purchase with Razer Gold will receive:

  • The full contents of each edition
  • +10% Bonus Razer Gold
    (In select regions, this may be offered as a 10% rebate depending on local regulations.)

In addition to the bundles, four tiers of YMIR Point products, usable in the in-game shop, will also be sold with the same +10% Razer Gold bonus reward applied to all purchases.

Players can purchase the limited-edition bundles and YMIR Point products directly via the Razer Gold Webshop.

Download Legend of YMIR now via the official website or WEMIX PLAY, or via the Google Play Store or Apple App Store. Join the community today via the official Discord, YouTube, and Facebook channels for real-time updates and interaction.

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About Legend of YMIR – Mythology Meets Blockchain Innovation 

Legend of YMIR merges immersive MMORPG gameplay with blockchain-based tokenomics. From character progression to large-scale field combat, players explore an expansive world while engaging in an innovative reward ecosystem. gWEMIX lies at the center of this system, bridging in-game achievements and real-world digital asset value.

About WEMADE

WEMADE is the only company combining over two decades of AAA game development success with a fully operational, game-proven blockchain ecosystem-built entirely on its proprietary Layer-1 mainnet, WEMIX3.0. Known for global hits such as The Legend of Mir, MIR4, NIGHT CROWS and Legend of YMIR, WEMADE is leading the industry in seamlessly integrating gameplay, tokenomics, NFTs, stablecoin payments, and blockchain infrastructure. Through WEMIX PLAY, WEMADE delivers a unified digital economy where players, creators, and investors can own, trade, and benefit from digital assets-powering the next generation of interactive entertainment and driving the evolution of Web3 gaming. For more information, please visit https://wemade.com/.

About WEMIX PLAY

WEMIX PLAY is the world’s leading blockchain gaming platform, offering one of the most diverse portfolios of blockchain-powered games globally, with more than 35 titles. The platform integrates NFTs, tokenomics, payment systems, webshops, an NFT marketplace, and community features-creating a unified ecosystem where players can truly own, trade, and benefit from digital assets. As the flagship of the WEMIX ecosystem, WEMIX PLAY delivers a seamless, immersive gaming experience-empowering players, creators, and investors to participate in decentralized digital economies and shaping the future of interactive entertainment. For more information, please visit https://wemixplay.com/.

About Razer

Razer™ is the world’s leading lifestyle brand made For Gamers. By Gamers™.

The triple-headed snake trademark of Razer is one of the most recognized logos in the global gaming and esports communities. With a fan base that spans every continent, Razer has designed and built the world’s largest gamer-focused ecosystem of hardware, software and services.

Razer’s award-winning hardware includes high-performance gaming peripherals and Blade gaming laptops.

Razer’s software suite, which consists of Razer Chroma RGB, Razer Synapse and more, boasts over 250 million users, offering customization, lighting effects and optimization.

Razer also offers payment services for gamers, youth, millennials and Gen Z, through Razer Gold, one of the world’s largest game payment services to over 68,000 games and Razer Silver, the accompanying rewards program.

Razer is committed towards a sustainable future and is taking responsibility through its #GoGreenWithRazer movement – a 10-year roadmap that aims to minimize environmental impact through various initiatives.

Founded in 2005, Razer is dual headquartered in Irvine, California and Singapore, with regional headquarters in Hamburg and Shanghai, and 19 offices worldwide. Razer will be celebrating its 20th anniversary in 2025 with a slew of brand activations. Find out more here at https://rzr.to/20anni. 

Press Kit

A press kit for Legend of YMIR is now available for media and partners. The kit includes key game assets such as the official BI, key art, and a selection of high-resolution in-game screenshots that showcase the game’s visual direction and scale.
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Agora Powers Agnes AI to Launch Next-Generation AI Group Chat and Multi-Agent Collaboration System

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SANTA CLARA, Calif., Dec. 2, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Agora, Inc. (NASDAQ: API), the leading platform for real-time engagement and conversational AI, today announced that Agnes AI, one of Southeast Asia’s fastest-growing AI-native work platforms, has chosen Agora Chat to power its new AI Group Chat and multi-agent collaboration system. This integration marks a significant milestone in real-time, AI-enhanced teamwork and multi-agent productivity at scale.

Agnes AI—co-founded by Bruce Yang—has become one of Southeast Asia’s fastest-growing AI platforms, reaching 200,000+ DAU and 3 million registered users just months after launching its mobile app, and its parent company SAPIENS is currently fundraising at a US$100M valuation driven by rapid user growth and global expansion momentum. Agnes is on track to reach 1M DAU by Q1 2026 and 5M DAU by year-end 2026. 

Integration Highlights & Benefits:

Agnes AI’s next-generation collaboration experience is now powered by Agora’s ultra-low-latency SDRTN®, enabling:

  • AI that joins and contributes to group conversations
  • Instant summarization and shared context
  • Real-time co-editing, research, and multi-agent reasoning
  • Synchronized threads across devices and regions

Agora’s global SDRTN® ensures low-latency, high-reliability messaging for users across Singapore, Indonesia, Vietnam, the Philippines, Argentina, Colombia, and beyond. “Multi-agent collaboration is quickly becoming the next frontier of workplace technology, and Agnes AI is ahead of that curve. Agora Chat provides the low-latency, real-time infrastructure that makes this new class of AI-native workflows possible. We’re excited to support a platform that is setting the pace for how teams and AI agents will work together globally,” said Tony Wang, Co-founder & Chief Revenue Officer, Agora.

Watch the platform in action: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bS0G2ScKgjQ

Agnes AI: The AI-Native Office System Built for Everyone

Agnes AI is not a chatbot—it is a full AI-native office system designed to eliminate the global “toggling tax” by replacing fragmented tools with one unified, intelligent workspace. The platform combines search and research, design and image generation, document and presentation creation, multi-agent reasoning, and real-time team collaboration—driven by advanced multi-agent intelligence, led by CEO Bruce Yang, a PhD researcher at NUS and a former Microsoft/LinkedIn engineer.

The platform combines several tools into one intelligent workspace. Its CoVibe group chat enables teams to invite colleagues via phone, email, or username and collaborate with the AI assistant, @Agnes, in real time, generating or remixing slides, images, videos, research summaries, and answers instantly. Filters offers visual and animation templates for transforming photos into social-media-ready content, while Explore curates up-to-date news and stories with interactive AI-assisted analysis.

Advanced features include Deep Design, a multi-agent workflow for critiquing and improving visual content, and Wide Research, which can activate up to 200 agents simultaneously to conduct market analysis, synthesize insights from multiple sources, and develop strategy documents. Built on the proprietary CodeAgents architecture, the platform delivers over 20% higher reasoning accuracy, 40% lower token costs, and reliable performance on complex multi-step workflows.

“Our mission is to make AI accessible to everyone. Agora Chat enables us to deliver fast, natural, AI-enhanced group conversations at scale. Together with Agora, we are building the next generation of intelligent teamwork—where 200 agents, humans, and real-time collaboration all work in one unified space,” said Bruce Yang, Co-Founder & CEO, Agnes AI

Preview: Agnes Vibepod – AI-Powered Headset

Agnes AI is previewing an early prototype of the Vibepod, an AI-powered headset concept that blends Agnes’s multi-agent intelligence with Agora’s real-time, low-latency Conversational AI Engine. The Vibepod demonstration available here shows how users can activate Agnes hands-free and receive instant AI assistance through the headset. 

About Agora:
Agora is the global leader in real-time engagement, providing developers with simple, flexible, and powerful APIs to embed real-time conversational AI, voice, video, interactive live streaming, and chat into their applications and IoT devices. Headquartered in Santa Clara, CA, Agora is trusted by over 1,800 leading organizations across the globe to power best-in-class real-time experiences from social media and live shopping to education and telehealth. Learn more: https://agora.io/

About Agnes AI:
Founded by a Raffles Institution alumnus and National University of Singapore AI PhD, Agnes AI is a Singapore-based platform uniting real-time communication, creative generation, and productivity tools. Since launching in July 2025, Agnes has grown to over 3 million registered users globally, with particular strength in Southeast Asia. Positioned as Everyday AI for Everyone, Agnes is dedicated to making collaboration, creativity, and communication seamless through AI-powered features integrated into a single unified experience. The team could feature members from top universities such as Stanford, MIT, Berkeley, and UT Austin. Learn more: https://agnes-ai.com/ 

Ren Li, Founder of Letright Industrial Corporation, Honored as “Entrepreneur of the Year” at ACES Awards 2025 in Bali

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BALI, INDONESIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 2 December 2025 – Ren Li, Founder of Letright Industrial Corporation, has been named “Entrepreneur of the Year” at the Asia Corporate Excellence & Sustainability (ACES) Awards 2025, held from 27–28 November at the InterContinental Bali Resort.

Ren Li, Founder and Chairman of Letright Industrial Corporation, accepts the prestigious Entrepreneur of the Year Award at the 2025 ACES Awards, recognized for his visionary leadership in sustainable design and ethical manufacturing
Ren Li, Founder and Chairman of Letright Industrial Corporation, accepts the prestigious Entrepreneur of the Year Award at the 2025 ACES Awards, recognized for his visionary leadership in sustainable design and ethical manufacturing

The award recognizes his exceptional leadership, long-term vision, and deep commitment to sustainable enterprise. Regarded as one of Asia’s foremost platforms for celebrating leadership and corporate excellence, the ACES Awards highlight individuals and organizations driving innovation, governance integrity, and future-focused growth across the region. The Entrepreneur of the Year distinction honors leaders whose foresight, innovation, and resilience elevate industries and communities. In his acceptance speech, Ren Li dedicated the award to the “Letright family,” paying tribute to the designers, engineers, and factory teams behind the company’s continued growth. “This award belongs not just to me, but to every member of our team who believes that business must build for tomorrow. “Let us move forward with purpose — for people and planet,” he said.

Founded in 1999 and headquartered in Hangzhou, Letright Industrial Corporation has grown into a leading global player in outdoor home furnishings, supported by a vertically integrated model spanning R&D, manufacturing, and international sales. Ren Li’s leadership has been defined by his early adoption of sustainability: phasing out environmentally harmful materials, investing in low-impact processes, and spearheading innovations such as solar-powered outdoor modules. These initiatives have strengthened Letright’s global positioning and earned the
company industry recognition.
Ren Li said that the ACES honor validates years of perseverance and reaffirms the commercial and social value of principled entrepreneurship. He emphasized that sustainable leadership is no longer optional for businesses seeking long-term relevance. “This recognition reinforces our belief that responsible innovation must sit at the core—not the periphery—of business strategy,” he added. Looking ahead, Letright plans to expand research in smart outdoor systems, accelerate the use of recyclable and bio-based materials, and strengthen its presence in global markets that prioritize sustainable living.

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