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2nd MOTIFX – Embracing the Beauty of Chinese Culture Culture to Nature – A Surreal Garden of Botanical Patterns

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HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 22 December 2025 – Following the critical acclaim of its inaugural edition, the 2nd MOTIFX – Embracing the Beauty of Chinese Culture returned from 4–6 December 2025 at DesignInspire, with major presentations continuing throughout 2026.

2nd MOTIFX – Embracing the Beauty of Chinese Culture Culture to Nature – A Surreal Garden of Botanical Patterns

Organised by the Hong Kong Design Institute (HKDI) under the Vocational Training Council (VTC) and sponsored by the Cultural and Creative Industries Development Agency (CCIDA), MOTIFX invites emerging designers to reinterpret traditional Chinese motifs for contemporary contexts, seamlessly integrating historical patterns into modern objects, interiors, and lifestyle products while deepening new generations’ engagement with their cultural heritage.

The 2nd MOTIFX – Embracing the Beauty of Chinese Culture invites designers to explore the mystical side of Chinese characters, with a particular focus on Radical Grass (艹 / 艸) and its evocative connection to a surreal world of nature. While respectfully acknowledging the cultural and philosophical differences between Eastern and Western traditions, the project embraces nature’s whimsy and dreamlike beauty with open delight

This inspiration gives birth to the central theme: Culture to Nature – A Surreal Garden of Botanical Patterns. Curated by Michael LEUNG, the exhibition brings together numerous design students and local designers who are in studies across diverse disciplines to rediscover the vibrant potential of Chinese characters. In doing so, it redefines the relationship between cultural heritage and the natural world, resulting in an imaginative collection of patterns and design works that vividly capture the theme.

A key highlight is the immersive installation Surreal Garden, created by designers Moon.noon and Stickyline. Inspired by “Radical Grass” motifs designed by these young creatives, the duo transforms two-dimensional patterns into a multi-sensory experience. Visitors move seamlessly from the physical space into a digital dreamscape, journeying through the four seasons guided by the 24 traditional solar terms — from the blossoming of spring to the retreat of winter — tracing the boundless rhythms of nature.

This surreal journey continues throughout the exhibition, which showcases over 100 original patterns created by local design students, each derived from the 艹 radical. Like countless flowers blooming in a shared field, these works express diverse creative voices, yet all are rooted in the same ancient, ever-living origin — the enduring 艹 .

DesignInspire 2025 was transformed into this fantastical garden woven from Chinese characters and nature’s boundless poetry — and let your imagination take flight.

Curator: Michael LEUNG
Born in Hong Kong, Michael LEUNG earned his Master’s degree from Design Academy Eindhoven in the Netherlands, where he later founded Studio AA (previously MIRO). His practice spans graphic, product, and spatial design, often exploring the intersections of craftsmanship and industry, local culture, and sustainability. Recipient of the Hong Kong Young Design Talent Award and Perspective 40 Under 40, his work has been showcased at Milan Design Week, Dutch Design Week, and other major international exhibitions. In recent years, he has collaborated with institutions such as the Vitra Design Museum (Germany) and the V&A (UK), extending his creative vision into exhibition curation.

Participating Artist: Moon.noon
Moon.noon (KONG Fan-leung) is a real-time visual artist who masterfully blends data-driven storytelling with immersive audio-visual and sensory experiences. A former user-experience designer, he now transforms complex sources — climate data, urban landscapes, audience interaction — into powerfully evocative visual languages. His works have appeared at M+, Hong Kong Chinese Orchestra, West Kowloon Freespace Jazz Festival, and in collaborations with Coca-Cola, LG, and Samsung.

Participating Artist: STICKYLINE
Founded in 2011 by Hong Kong creative artists Mic LEONG and Soilworm LAI, STICKYLINE is celebrated for its large-scale polyhedral sculptures that reveal the beauty of creative engineering, mathematics, and geometry. Working primarily with paper and metal, and integrating kinetics, sound, and light, the duo produces minimalist, durable, and strikingly futuristic installations, site-specific works, and private commissions that have earned widespread acclaim in the design world over the years.

Moroso × HKDI Furniture Collaboration Project

The exhibition showcases a creative collaboration between renowned Italian luxury furniture brand Moroso and design students from the HKDI’s Department of Architecture, Interior and Product Design (AIP). Together, they present the forward-looking project with MOTIFX patterns printed on the fabrics to “Designing Clothes for Furniture Objects.”

This initiative reimagines furniture as living bodies to be dressed, where textiles and soft elements become expressive garments. Moving beyond surface aesthetics, students explore adaptability, sensory depth, and emotional resonance, while engaging with ideas of circularity, modularity, and service-oriented design. The design challenge invites them to create interchangeable and upgradeable “furniture garments” that respond to personal habits, environments, and even special occasions.

Event Details:

The 2nd MOTIFX – Embracing the Beauty of Chinese Culture Exhibition at DESIGNINSPIRE 2025
Date : 4 Dec – 6 Dec, 2025
Time : 9:30am-7:30pm
Venue : Booth no. 3E-D02, Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre

The 2nd MOTIFX – Embracing the Beauty of Chinese Culture Exhibition
Date : 3 Mar – 31 Mar, 2026
Time : 10:30AM – 7:30PM (Monday to Sunday)
Venue : 2/F, LANDMARK ATRIUM

The 2nd MOTIFX – Embracing the Beauty of Chinese Culture Exhibition at FASHION INSTYLE, HOME INSTYLE EXHIBITION 2026
Date : 27 Apr – 30 Apr, 2026
Time : 9:00AM – 6:00PM
Venue : Concourse Area, Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre

Hashtag: #MOTIFX

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About Vocational Training Council (VTC)

Established in 1982, the Vocational Training Council (VTC) is the largest vocational and professional education and training provider in Hong Kong. The mission of VTC is to provide a valued choice to school leavers and working people to acquire the values, knowledge and skills for lifelong learning and enhanced employability, and also to provide support to industries for their manpower development. VTC has 14 member institutions, namely the Technological and Higher Education Institute of Hong Kong (THEi), the Institute of Professional Education And Knowledge (PEAK), the School for Higher and Professional Education (SHAPE), the Hong Kong Institute of Vocational Education (IVE), the Hong Kong Design Institute (HKDI), the Hong Kong Institute of Information Technology (HKIIT), the Hotel and Tourism Institute (HTI), the Chinese Culinary Institute (CCI), the International Culinary Institute (ICI), the Maritime Services Training Institute (MSTI), Youth College, Pro-Act by VTC, the Integrated Vocational Development Centre (IVDC) and the Shine Skills Centre.

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About Hong Kong Design Institute (HKDI)

Hong Kong Design Institute (HKDI) is a member of VTC Group. HKDI was established in 2007 with the mission to be a leading provider of design education and lifelong learning, including architecture, interior and product design, communication design, digital media, and fashion and image design. With a view to providing professional designers for the creative industries, it promotes the “think and do” approach and encourages interdisciplinary synergy in its broad range of design programmes that cultivates students’ cultural sensitivities and sense of sustainability. HKDI maintains a strong network with industry and provides its students with essential practical experience. Overseas exchanges are actively arranged for students to broaden their international perspective.

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Disclaimer: The Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region provides funding support to the project only, and does not otherwise take part in the project. Any opinions, findings, conclusions or recommendations expressed in these materials/events (or by members of the project team) are those of the project organisers only and do not reflect the views of the Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region, the Culture, Sports and Tourism Bureau, the Cultural and Creative Industries Development Agency, the CreateSmart Initiative Secretariat or the CreateSmart Initiative Vetting Committee.

Wong To Yick Unveils Revitalised Official Website

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Launching a New No.1 Brand Chapter with Ambassador Joey Yung

Enhanced Authenticity Guidance & Usage Education for Elevated Consumer Confidence  

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HONG KONG, Dec. 22, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Wong To Yick, the iconic Hong Kong medicated balm brand trusted for over half a century, proudly unveils its newly upgraded official website, marking a significant milestone in the brand’s global expansion journey. As the second major initiative under its brand upgrading programme, the new digital platform follows the earlier announcement of Cantopop diva Joey Yung as the brand’s first-ever ambassador, a powerful “No.1 × No.1” partnership.

Wong To Yick Unveils Revitalised Official Website Launching a New No.1 Brand Chapter with Ambassador Joey Yung Enhanced Authenticity Guidance & Usage Education for Elevated Consumer Confidence
Wong To Yick Unveils Revitalised Official Website Launching a New No.1 Brand Chapter with Ambassador Joey Yung Enhanced Authenticity Guidance & Usage Education for Elevated Consumer Confidence

The revitalised website extends Wong To Yick’s brand values to a global audience through a modernised interface, a refined tri-lingual structure (Traditional Chinese, Simplified Chinese, and English), and a redesigned Authenticity Verification page. Together, these enhancements strengthen consumer trust and reinforce Wong To Yick’s position as Hong Kong’s No.1 Muscle Pain Reliever¹ and No.1 Medicated Oil Segment² leader, now on track to secure its fourth consecutive No.1 year.

Elevated Authenticity Verification Experience

The new website features a sophisticated, pared-back interface designed for clarity and intuitive navigation across markets. Presented in three fully localised languages, the platform delivers a seamless brand experience for users in Hong Kong, Mainland China, and international regions.

A centrepiece of this upgrade is the completely redesigned Authenticity Verification section. The page now adopts a clean, structured layout with step-by-step guidance that educates users on identifying key packaging features, empowering global consumers to distinguish genuine products with confidence. This elevated transparency reflects Wong To Yick’s long-standing commitment to consumer protection and reinforces the brand’s integrity in an increasingly complex market environment.

The Usage Guide has likewise been extensively enhanced, featuring visual demonstrations and videos that clearly illustrate correct application techniques across various muscle groups, as well as instructions on pairing the product with heat therapy to amplify relief. These improvements deepen consumer understanding and highlight the brand’s dedication to professional education and safe, effective product use.

Connecting with the Next Generation of Global Consumers

Beyond a visual and structural redesign, the upgraded website represents a strategic leap in Wong To Yick’s globalisation efforts. The platform’s modern design, coupled with easily digestible multi-market content, strengthens the brand’s communication with consumers worldwide and brings the craftsmanship of “Made in Hong Kong” to a broader stage.

Aligned with the brand’s transformation strategy, the collaboration with Joey Yung further accelerates Wong To Yick’s evolution. Her professionalism, resilience, and cultural influence mirror the brand’s heritage and spirit. Together, Joey’s ambassador role and the revitalised digital platform serve as dual engines of brand elevation—enhancing visibility, broadening global relevance, and fortifying Wong To Yick’s premium position in the wellness category.

Looking ahead, Wong To Yick will continue to build on its legacy through innovation, authoritative product education, and a unified global brand voice. With its renewed digital presence and strategic initiatives, the brand is well-positioned to strengthen its No.1 leadership and bring Hong Kong’s exceptional craftsmanship to an expanding international audience. 

1 Sales Value (HK$) and Sales Volume (KG/LITRE) in the Muscle Pain Reliever category from Feb 2022 – Jan 2025. (Copyright © 2025, NielsenIQ)

² Sales Value (HK$) and Sales Volume (KG/LITRE) in the Oil segment of Muscle Pain Reliever category from Feb 2022 – Jan 2025. (Copyright © 2025, NielsenIQ)

About Wong To Yick Wood Lock Medicated Balm

Wong To Yick Wood Lock Medicated Balm: A Hong Kong Legacy Spanning Over Half a Century

Brand Heritage

“Pain stems from blockage; relief comes from flow.” This ancient Chinese medical philosophy has been the lifelong guiding principle of Mr. Wong To Yick, founder of Wong To Yick Wood Lock Medicated Balm. As an iconic Hong Kong brand established in the 1960s and now in its second generation of leadership, Wong To Yick has remained steadfast in its original mission through decades of societal change, upholding the artisan spirit of “mastering one craft with relentless dedication”.

In 1950s, Mr. Wong began his journey from a humble herbal tea shop in Sham Shui Po, combining decades of medical expertise with the essence of traditional Chinese medicine. Through rigorous clinical trials and formula refinement, he developed this revolutionary liniment with unparalleled penetrating efficacy in 1968. From grassroots word-of-mouth recognition to becoming an internationally renowned authority in Chinese herbal medicine, the product’s “activate circulation, relieve pain” benefits have made it a testament to Hong Kong’s excellence in traditional medicine.

Commitment to Craftsmanship

For over 50 years, Wong To Yick Wood Lock Medicated Balm has embodied the philosophy of “a lifetime devoted to perfecting one art”. Amidst changing times, the brand upholds “100% Made in Hong Kong” integrity, with stringent quality control across every step of production at its self-operated factories in Kwai Chung and Yuen Long. From sourcing premium global herbal ingredients to blending time-honored techniques with modern technology, each bottle undergoes 18 meticulous processes to meet international pharmaceutical standards.

The Hong Kong Spirit & Brand Promise

To Wong To Yick, “Made in Hong Kong” is more than a label—it’s an enduring pledge. For over half a century, we’ve preserved traditional medicine craftsmanship with an artisan’s heart, ensuring every bottle upholds a solemn promise to consumer well-being.

The brand is built on three core values:

  • Efficacy: Time-tested formulas rooted in ancient wisdom
  • Safety: Naturally sourced herbs with rigorously monitored production
  • Trust: Uncompromising quality consistency for 50+ years

As brand ambassador Joey Yung reflects, “This isn’t just a liniment—it’s the crystallization of Hong Kong ingenuity”. From a Sham Shui Po shop to global markets, Wong To Yick epitomizes the true Hong Kong spirit: upholding professional essence through change while pursuing excellence through refinement. Every drop tells the story of Hong Kong’s “do one thing perfectly” perseverance.

This commitment has made Wong To Yick Wood Lock Medicated Balm a collective memory across three generations of Hongkongers and an indispensable safeguard in countless household medicine cabinets. We believe genuine Hong Kong spirit isn’t measured by scale, but by an unyielding dedication to quality that stands the test of time.

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Wong To Yick Wood Lock Ointment Limited
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Tel: +852 2409 0920 | Email: info@wongtoyick.com.hk

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Fosun International Honored with TVB’s Highest Accolade, “Outstanding ESG Award”

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HONG KONG, Dec. 22, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — On 19 December 2025, the TVB ESG Awards 2025 Presentation Ceremony, hosted by Television Broadcasts Limited (“TVB”), was held at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Center. Fosun International was honored with the highest accolade, the “Outstanding ESG Award”, as well as awards for “Best in ESG Practices” and “Best in ESG Report”.

Mr. Wong Wai Lun, Michael, GBS, JP, Deputy Financial Secretary of the Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (SAR), Mr. Siu Sai Wo, General Manager (Business Operations) of TVB and Dr. Lawrence Cheung Chi-chong, Chief Technology Officer of Hong Kong Productivity Council served as officiating guests at the awards ceremony and jointly presented the “Outstanding ESG Award” to Fosun International.

TVB pointed out that Fosun International’s recognition with the “Outstanding ESG Award”, “Best in ESG Practices” and “Best in ESG Report” is well-deserved. After more than 30 years of development, Fosun has developed into a large global company with operations spanning healthcare, tourism, consumption, and insurance. With a robust global industrial ecosystem, Fosun operates responsibly in over 40 countries and regions, actively contributing to public welfare and creating sustainable value worldwide.

TVB highlighted that the awards recognize Fosun International’s outstanding performance in environmental, social, and governance (ESG) and sustainability, while affirming its excellent achievements in ESG over the past year. Each award is presented to the top three scorers in their respective categories, with organizations excelling in both “ESG Practices” and “ESG Report” eligible for the highest accolade, the “Outstanding ESG Award”.

In addition to Fosun International, other recipients of TVB’s highest accolade, the “Outstanding ESG Award”, are all organizations that have demonstrated excellence in ESG. These include government statutory bodies, major public utilities, and well-known companies such as the Airport Authority Hong Kong, MTR Corporation, Schneider Electric, China State Construction Development Holdings Limited, and Riskory Consultancy Limited.

Ms. Angel Sze, Company Secretary and Head of ESG Management Committee of Fosun International, accepted the “Outstanding ESG Award” on behalf of the company and subsequently joined representatives from other award-winning organizations in a panel discussion to share Fosun International’s ESG practices and achievements.

Driven by innovation, committed to social contribution

During the discussion, Angel Sze remarked, “Fosun remains committed to innovation-driven development and globalization. Since its establishment, Fosun has stayed true to its original aspiration of ‘Contribution to Society’, striving to create positive societal impact through its operations. Taking our Health segment as an example, we target original innovation to address unmet clinical needs. By continuously strengthening our independent R&D and innovation capabilities, we strive to deliver higher-quality, more accessible, and more affordable medicines and services to patients.”

Fosun adheres to an innovation-driven strategy, and the anticancer drugs developed by its Health segment have widely benefited cancer patients. Among them, HANSIZHUANG, an innovative anti-PD-1 monoclonal antibody independently developed by Fosun, is the world’s first anti-PD-1 monoclonal antibody approved for the first-line treatment of small cell lung cancer (SCLC). To date, it has been approved for marketing in nearly 40 countries and regions, including China, the European Union, the United Kingdom, Singapore, and India.

Since the beginning of this year, Fosun has achieved multiple breakthroughs in the field of innovative drugs. HLX43, a PD-L1-targeting antibody-drug conjugate (ADC), is undergoing clinical studies for solid tumors such as non-small cell lung cancer and thymic carcinoma in countries including China, the United States, and Australia. Currently, no PD-L1 ADC has been approved globally, positioning HLX43 as a potential highly effective and safe broad-spectrum anticancer drug.

On 7 December, the National Healthcare Security Administration (NHSA) and the Ministry of Human Resources and Social Security (MOHRSS) released the 2025 national medical insurance drug list, which includes multiple marketed products from Fosun Pharma. Moreover, the highly anticipated inaugural edition of the commercial insurance innovative drug list was unveiled, featuring Fosun Pharma’s CAR-T cell therapy Yi Kai Da (ejilunsai injection). The successful inclusion of innovative drugs underscores national support for pharmaceutical innovation and paves the way for market promotion and patient access.

Fosun’s innovation capabilities have also received high recognition from global pharmaceutical companies. On 9 December, Fosun Pharma announced that its subsidiary had entered into a license agreement with Pfizer, granting Pfizer exclusive worldwide license for the development, use, manufacturing, and commercialization of oral small-molecule glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor (GLP-1R) agonists, including YP05002, and any products containing such oral small molecule GLP-1R agonists as an active ingredient.

At the same time, Fosun actively integrates global resources to accelerate the introduction of cutting-edge medical technologies in China, enhancing the accessibility and affordability of medical technologies. By the end of September 2025, over 480 Da Vinci surgical systems had been installed in more than 370 hospitals across the Chinese mainland, Hong Kong SAR, and Macau SAR, collectively serving over 810,000 patients.

Centering on “Health” as a global public issue, Fosun launched the Rural Doctors Program in 2017. Since its launch, the Program has supported 25,000 rural doctors and benefited 3 million rural families. It was honored as one of the United Nations Global Compact’s “20 Cases of Private Sector’s Sustainable Development in China for 20 Years”, earning international recognition as a model for empowering rural healthcare.

Actively responding to climate change and attaching great importance to biodiversity conservation

With climate change being one of the most severe long-term risks, Fosun recognizes the importance of global cooperation to tackle this challenge. Fosun remains committed to advancing China’s “dual carbon” goals by promoting carbon neutrality and energy conservation and emission reduction. In 2021, Fosun made a commitment to society – “strive to peak carbon emissions by 2028 and achieve carbon neutrality by 2050”. Fosun has formulated strategies for climate change mitigation and adaptation to align with the 1.5°C temperature control target set in the Paris Agreement.

The Group also actively encourages its member companies to carry out climate actions. In 2024, the Bund Finance Center (BFC), the Group’s main office location in Shanghai and a landmark in Shanghai, was successfully included in Shanghai’s first batch of carbon peaking and carbon neutrality pilot demonstration projects, becoming the only large-scale commercial complex exceeding 200,000 square meters on the list.

In 2024, Fidelidade, Fosun’s insurance company in Portugal, established the Impact Center For Climate Change (ICCC), a knowledge center dedicated to climate change research. Through collaborations with external entities, including universities, research centers, and public institutions, it provides scientific insights on the impacts of climate change on society, particularly in the insurance industry.

In addition to actively addressing climate change, Fosun also places great importance on biodiversity conservation. Since 2018, the Lost Chambers Aquarium at Atlantis Sanya, a subsidiary of Fosun Tourism Group (FTG), has been dedicated to rescuing and rehabilitating sea turtles in Hainan Province and its surrounding waters. As of 2024, the aquarium had rescued 24 sea turtles and held 6 sea turtle release events since its opening, returning 10 rehabilitated turtles to the ocean.

On 28 November, FTG hosted “Fosun Holiday Horizon 2026” at Atlantis Sanya, where it signed a partnership agreement with the Nanjing Institute of Environmental Sciences (NIES) of the Ministry of Ecology and Environment (MEE). The two parties will incorporate biodiversity conservation and habitat creation into Club Med resorts, jointly developing China’s first “biodiversity resort” centered on the concept of “harmonious coexistence between humans and nature”.

Empowering a sustainable future through globalization and innovation

Looking ahead, Fosun will remain focused on its core businesses, step up innovation efforts, and firmly advance its globalization strategy, creating greater value for shareholders, employees and society. At the same time, Fosun will continue to closely follow global sustainability trends, continuously refine its ESG management, actively respond to national strategies, ensure information security, promote technology innovation, implement “dual carbon” goals, participate in public welfare undertakings, and protect employees’ rights and interests. Leveraging the resources and advantages of its global industrial ecosystem, Fosun endeavors to make a greater impact on sustainable development and continuously contribute to a better world.

Changsoft I&I Expands Presence in Japan Through Local Joint Venture and BIM Localization

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TOKYO and SEOUL, South Korea, Dec. 22, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Changsoft I&I, a provider of Building Information Modeling (BIM) solutions for the construction industry, is expanding its presence in Japan through a locally integrated joint venture strategy focused on alignment with Japanese standards and construction practices.

Founded in 2008, Changsoft I&I develops BIM software that integrates design, construction, and maintenance data into a single 3D model. Its solutions automatically convert 2D architectural drawings into detailed 3D structural models and precisely calculate quantities for reinforcement, concrete, and formwork, including advanced reinforcement detailing. These capabilities support improved accuracy and efficiency across complex construction projects.

As part of its international growth strategy, Changsoft I&I identified Japan as a key market due to sustained urban redevelopment activity and demand for advanced construction technologies. Recognizing the importance of local collaboration, the company chose a joint venture model rather than direct market entry to ensure close alignment with local technical standards and industry practices.

In June 2023, Changsoft I&I established BnB Solutions, a joint venture with BSI, a Japan-based engineering venture originating from Tokyo Institute of Technology. Formed with equal ownership, the joint venture operates as a locally positioned entity responsible for product localization, customer engagement, and market development in Japan. The JV was supported by an overseas expansion assistance program jointly operated by Korea’s Ministry of Science and ICT, NIPA, and GDIN, providing structured support for legal, intellectual property, and market entry activities.

A core priority for BnB Solutions has been the localization of Changsoft I&I’s BIM solutions to fully conform with Japanese structural design standards, terminology, documentation formats, and construction workflows. While construction regulations may appear similar across markets, differences in design logic and on-site processes required comprehensive redevelopment. Over nearly one year, the joint venture refined the software through multiple development stages, completing a Japan-optimized version in July last year.

Among the localized features is an automated function that detects and visually identifies rebar interference during the reinforcement detailing phase. This issue has traditionally required manual correction on construction sites. By enabling early identification of interference points, the solution helps reduce rework and supports more efficient coordination between design and construction teams. The functionality has drawn growing interest from Japanese construction and engineering firms.

BnB Solutions is currently engaged in discussions with multiple Japanese companies, with initial purchase requests already received. The joint venture aims to secure approximately ten client companies by March next year and establish a stable revenue base in the Japanese market.

Changsoft I&I’s COO Jongeun Park stated, “Through the joint venture, we can work as a locally aligned partner and adapt our solutions to established standards. We aim to support more efficient and reliable construction processes through long-term collaboration.”

Building on its progress in Japan, Changsoft I&I plans to extend its joint venture–based expansion model to additional regions, while continuing to prioritize locally grounded partnerships and sustainable growth.

CNOOC Limited Brings On-stream Xijiang Oilfields 24 Block Development Project

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HONG KONG, Dec. 22, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — CNOOC Limited (the “Company”, SEHK: 00883 (HKD Counter) and 80883 (RMB Counter), SSE: 600938) today announces that Xijiang Oilfields 24 Block Development Project has commenced production.

The project is located in the shallow water of the Pearl River Mouth Basin. The development of the project mainly leverages the adjacent existing facilities of the Huixi Oilfields, with addition of a new unmanned wellhead platform. 10 development wells are planned to be commissioned. The project is expected to achieve a plateau production of approximately 18,000 barrels of oil equivalent per day in 2026. The oil property is light crude.

The new Xijiang 24-7 platform is China’s first unmanned offshore platform for high-temperature fluid cooling and export. The temperature control system reduces the impact of high temperatures on subsea pipelines, thereby ensuring stable and continuous production.

CNOOC Limited holds 100% interest in this project and is the operator.

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More information about the Company is available at https://www.cnoocltd.com.

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Consequently, all of the forward-looking statements made in this press release are qualified by these cautionary statements. The Company cannot assure that the results or developments anticipated will be realised or, even if substantially realised, that they will have the expected effect on the Company, its business or operations.

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For further enquiries, please contact:

Ms. Cui Liu
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Samsung to Host Series of Tech Forums at CES 2026

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Forum discussions will feature a moderated panel of experts from across the technology industry to explore the latest trends in AI, Home Appliances, Services and Design

SEOUL, South Korea, Dec. 22, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. today announced that it will host a series of four moderated Tech Forum panel discussions at CES 2026, to highlight industry trends and unveil its distinct AI vision and strategy.

Samsung to Host Series of Tech Forums at CES 2026
Samsung to Host Series of Tech Forums at CES 2026

Samsung’s Tech Forums will be held Jan. 5–6 at Samsung’s dedicated exhibition space in the Latour Ballroom at the Wynn Las Vegas. The company will host a total of four moderated panels covering AI, Home Appliances, Services and Design. Samsung executives along with partners, academics, media and industry analysts will participate in each session by topic:

  • When Everything Clicks: How Open Ecosystems Deliver Impactful AI (Jan. 5, 9:00 AM) —  Yoonho Choi, Digital Appliances Business, Samsung Electronics (Chair, Home Connectivity Alliance)
    Description: Collaborating smart home innovators hold an open discussion on the necessity of cross-industry partnership and what it takes for meaningful smart home technology to be woven into daily living.
  • In Tech We Trust? Rethinking Security & Privacy in the AI Age (Jan. 5, 2:00 PM) — Shin Baik, Group Head, AI Platform Center, Samsung Electronics
    Description: Experts in security and AI examine the science of trust and how transparency and secure systems can spark a meaningful change for AI adoption.
  • FAST Forward: How Streaming’s Next Wave is Redefining Television (Jan. 5, 4:00 PM) — Salek Brodsky, Executive Vice President, Visual Display Business, Samsung Electronics
    Description: Leaders in TV and entertainment explore the next wave of streaming, including free ad-supported streaming television (FAST), hybrid models and creator-led channels to shape a more interactive future.
  • The Human Side of Tech: Designing a Future Worth Loving (Jan. 6, 1:00 PM) — Mauro Porcini, President and Chief Design Officer, DX Division, Samsung Electronics
    Description: Design leaders urge the tech industry to look beyond minimalist, spec-driven approaches toward more expressive, human-centered design shaped by new materials, AI and creativity.

In covering the latest trends in technology and daily living, the Technology Forum discussions will serve as a complement to the company’s latest product innovations, which will be showcased at the Samsung Exhibition Zone at the Wynn from Jan. 5–7.

About Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd.

Samsung inspires the world and shapes the future with transformative ideas and technologies. The company is redefining the worlds of TVs, digital signage, smartphones, wearables, tablets, home appliances and network systems, as well as memory, system LSI and foundry. Samsung is also advancing medical imaging technologies, HVAC solutions and robotics, while creating innovative automotive and audio products through Harman. With its SmartThings ecosystem, open collaboration with partners, and integration of AI across its portfolio, Samsung delivers a seamless and intelligent connected experience. For the latest news, please visit the Samsung Newsroom at news.samsung.com.

LG Innotek Launches World’s First ‘Next-Generation Smart IC Substrate’

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  • Cuts carbon dioxide emissions from its production by 50%—equivalent to planting 1.3 million trees annually.
  • Boosts durability by up to three times for secure information recognition even with long-term use.
  • Mass production tailored to global customers starts in November, accelerating customer acquisition.

SEOUL, South Korea, Dec. 22, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — LG Innotek (CEO Moon Hyuksoo) announced on December 22 that the company has successfully developed a ‘Next-Generation Smart IC (integrated circuit) Substrate’ featuring enhanced performance and reducing carbon emissions generated in its production by half.

The smart IC substrate is an essential component for mounting IC chips that store information on smart cards, such as those in credit cards, electronic passports, and USIMs. When users place a smart card in an ATM or on a passport reader, the IC chip’s information is transmitted to the device via electronic signals.

  • Carbon emissions from its production cut by 50%, durability boosted by three times, and secure information recognition enabled

This ‘Next-Generation Smart IC Substrate’ is an eco-friendly product that reduces the carbon emissions generated in its production by half. The product will cut annual carbon dioxide emissions by 8,500 tons—equivalent to planting about 1.3 million trees, the company explained.

LG Innotek applied a new material to this product for the first time in the world, achieving high performance without precious metal plating processes.

Existing smart IC substrates require plating with precious metals such as palladium and gold (Au) on their surfaces. This process prevents corrosion where the substrate makes contact with readers and ensures effective electronic signal transmission.

However, the mining of palladium and gold generates massive amounts of greenhouse gases, and the prices of these metals remain high. Thus, the industry has sought new materials or processes to replace them. By eliminating surface plating, LG Innotek’s ‘Next-Generation Smart IC Substrate’ is thus attracting industry attention.

With environmental regulations tightening in Europe, home to major customers, LG Innotek is poised to gain a competitive edge in the global market with this ‘Next-Generation Smart IC Substrate.’

Furthermore, this product’s durability is three times greater than existing products. This minimizes information reading errors caused by wear from frequent external contact and long-term smart card use, delivering both higher performance and enhanced user convenience.

  • Mass production for global customers began in November, tailored to customer needs, accelerating customer acquisition

LG Innotek aims to accelerate its global market penetration with this ‘Next-Generation Smart IC Substrate’. In November, the company began mass production to supply leading global smart card manufacturers.

LG Innotek holds 20 domestic patents related to the ‘Next-Generation Smart IC Substrate’ and is pursuing patent registrations in the United States, Europe, and China. The company plans to secure additional global customers through active overseas promotions, leveraging its exclusive technology.

Cho Jitae(Jeffrey Cho), executive vice president and head of LG Innotek’s Package Solution Business, said: “The ‘Next-Generation Smart IC Substrate’ both satisfies customers’ ESG requirements and offers technological competitiveness. We will continue presenting innovative products that create differentiated customer value, making us a partner that realizes our customers’ visions.”

According to market research firm Mordor Intelligence, the global smart card market—currently valued at USD 20.3 billion—is projected to reach USD 30.6 billion by 2030, with an annual growth rate of 8.6%.

In particular, the smart card industry is increasingly adopting dual cards that support both insertion into devices and contactless transactions, boosting demand for replacing existing cards. Additionally, rising credit card issuance in emerging markets such as Africa and India is projected to drive continued growth in the smart card market.

[Glossary]

Smart card

A smart card is a card with a built-in IC chip that offers data storage, provides encryption, and transmits and receives electronic signals to and from readers for information authentication and payment. It is used across various sectors, including finance, transportation, and communication.

LG Innotek’s ‘Next-Generation Smart IC Substrate’
LG Innotek’s ‘Next-Generation Smart IC Substrate’

 

Samsung To Unveil AI Vision Built With Google Gemini at CES 2026

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With the upgraded AI Vision, Samsung becomes more fluent in food recognition and expands the reach of kitchen experiences

Company will also showcase a new Bespoke AI Wine Cellar and newly designed cooking appliances

SEOUL, South Korea, Dec. 22, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. today announced that it will unveil its latest kitchen appliances lineup at CES 2026, including the latest iterations of its Bespoke AI refrigerator, over-the-range (OTR) microwave, and slide-in range[1] at CES 2026. Alongside refreshed designs across the lineup, the company will highlight meaningful improvements to vision-based AI functionality enhanced with Google Gemini and Google Cloud, showing how these innovations simplify everyday tasks and elevate the overall kitchen experience.

“In pioneering the application of vision-based AI technology, Samsung has led innovation in the kitchen appliance market,” said Jeong Seung Moon, Executive Vice President and Head of R&D Team for Digital Appliances (DA) Business at Samsung Electronics. “Samsung will reach a new level of innovation through this collaboration with Google Cloud and will utilize these ongoing initiatives to continue to deliver better consumer experiences in the upcoming year.”

Introducing Samsung’s Latest AI Vision–Equipped Refrigerator

At CES, Samsung will present a new Bespoke AI Refrigerator Family Hub, equipped with the upgraded AI Vision. The feature’s key upgrade is its functions built with Google Gemini, which marks the first time that it is being integrated into a refrigerator.

Previously, it could recognize up to 37 types of fresh food and 50 types of pre-registered processed food on-device.[2] The latest version ready to be unveiled at CES is built to unlock its existing limitations to recognize more food items, offering a comprehensive and flexible experience.

It is planned to even recognize processed foods without separate registration, automatically registering their names to increase convenience. Additionally, Samsung aims to make it detect user-labeled items, foods stored in personal containers can be added to the food list.

With ingredients being identified more accurately, managing the food list becomes clearer and easier than before, broadening people’s food-related experiences. At CES, Samsung plans to showcase the enhanced capabilities and new use cases of AI Vision, demonstrating the future of a truly personalized AI kitchen.

 

Bespoke AI Refrigerator Family Hub
Bespoke AI Refrigerator Family Hub

 

Enhanced Wine Management With the New Samsung Bespoke AI Wine Cellar

Samsung will exhibit the new Bespoke AI Wine Cellar, designed to incorporate an AI Vision built with Google Gemini similar to that of the Bespoke AI Refrigerator.[3]

When users store or remove wine bottles from the wine cellar, a camera positioned at the top of the unit will recognize the labels and tracks bottles, updating the SmartThings AI Wine Manager[4] accordingly. The system will also be able to distinguish the specific shelf and compartment where each bottle is placed, allowing users to easily check locations without searching manually. Through the AI Wine Manager, users will be able to look up wine information more conveniently and receive suggestions on pairings based on the type of wine in their inventory, making wine curation more intuitive and personalized.

 

Bespoke AI Wine Cellar
Bespoke AI Wine Cellar

 

Unified Kitchen Aesthetic With an Upgraded Stainless Look   

Samsung is also introducing a lineup of French Door refrigerators, slide-in ranges and new OTR microwave models, offering consumers an updated aesthetic and a cohesive stainless-look option for creating a unified kitchen design.

The new Bespoke AI 3-Door French Door refrigerator features a zero clearance fit, which can be installed with side gaps of approximately 4mm.[5] Additionally, its door depth has been reduced by 50mm compared to the conventional 3-Door model,[6] enabling full access to drawers and food items with the doors wide open.[7] The AutoView — a transparent door — allows users to easily check items stored in the fridge.

The upgraded slide-in range features a completely refreshed design with a stainless-look finish across the control panel, knobs and door. It adopts a new bar handle style, along with a Precision Knob that provides enhanced safety.

Samsung will unveil two different types of OTR microwaves: the Air-Fry OTR and the DualVent OTR. The most significant change comes from the revised hood structure of the DualVent model. Typically, the depth of a cooktop on the range extends farther than that of an OTR, making it difficult for the hood to capture smoke from the front burners. Samsung’s new dual vent system addresses this by adding a front ventilation wing in addition to the bottom ventilation, significantly improving the capture rate compared to the previous model.

Visitors at Samsung’s booth at CES 2026 will be the first to see these new innovations. Learn more about Samsung’s CES activities here.

About Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd.

Samsung inspires the world and shapes the future with transformative ideas and technologies. The company is redefining the worlds of TVs, digital signage, smartphones, wearables, tablets, home appliances and network systems, as well as memory, system LSI and foundry. Samsung is also advancing medical imaging technologies, HVAC solutions and robotics, while creating innovative automotive and audio products through Harman. With its SmartThings ecosystem, open collaboration with partners, and integration of AI across its portfolio, Samsung delivers a seamless and intelligent connected experience. For the latest news, please visit the Samsung Newsroom at news.samsung.com

[1] This article contains products and features currently in development. The plans, timelines, and specifications described are forward-looking and subject to change without notice. Their future availability is not guaranteed.

[2] As of April 2025, AI Vision can recognize 37 food items like fresh fruits and vegetables. If the food is not recognizable, it may be listed as an unknown item. AI Vision cannot identify or list any food items in the fridge door bins or freezer. It recognizes food items based on deep learning models, which may be updated periodically to improve accuracy. AI Vision also recognizes packaged food items that have been saved by the user, and up to 50 items can be saved with designated names. Packaged items are limited to those that keep a certain packaged form.

[3] The recognition functionality is only available for shelves with withdrawal capability. For wine input and output, the label must be exposed to the top camera for proper recognition. Additionally, the multi-pantry drawer provides food storage functionality, and information about the food items stored in these drawers is provided as a separate image.

[4] Available on Android and iOS devices. A Wi-Fi connection and a Samsung account are required. Both devices must be signed in with the same Samsung account.

[5] Minimum required installation space for a custom built-in setup: [Width] 916 mm or more (Ensure a minimum gap of 4 mm on the left/right sides), [Height] 1798 mm or more (Ensure a minimum gap of 20 mm at the top).

[6] Compared to our conventional model without zero clearance fit feature (RF32CG5400**)

[7] The refrigerator door can be open up to 108°, but it depends on the installation environment.

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