iQIYI and Galaxy Arena renew three-year strategic partnership to boost entertainment and tourism

BEIJING, Dec. 10, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — On December 6, iQIYI, China’s leading online entertainment platform, hosted its annual Scream Night at the Galaxy Arena in Macao, presenting 63 honors across six content categories. The event drew over 100 celebrities and industry leaders, alongside thousands of fans, with hundreds of millions streaming the ceremony globally.

iQIYI Scream Night has grown into a key industry barometer since its launch. Now in its 11^th year, the ceremony highlights the year’s standout productions and talent, connecting creators directly with their audience.

This year, the event expanded with a two-day “iQIYI Scream Carnival” at the Galaxy International Convention Center Forecourt Area. The festival featured live performances and showcases, offering fans an interactive and immersive experience alongside the main ceremony.

Honoring Creative Excellence 

In the drama category, “Thriving Land” took home “Top Drama of the Year”, while “Rose Finch” received “Short Drama of the Year”. iQIYI Founder and CEO Yu GONG and Chief Content Officer Xiaohui WANG joined screenwriter Heping LIU to honor six original drama titles that surpassed a content popularity index of 10,000 – the platform’s benchmark for a blockbuster. These selections leverage a new four-tier evaluation system designed to surface premium content recommendations for users.

Variety show honors went to “The King of Stand-up Comedy 2”, which gained “Influential Show of the Year,” while “HAHAHAHAHA 5”, “The Blooming Journey 2”, and “Become a Farmer 3” shared the “Variety Show of the Year” honors.

“The Shadow’s Edge” secured “Film of the Year”, recognized as the highest-rated Chinese crime action movie of the decade. While seven honors were presented for global excellence, alongside acting honors recognizing audience engagement.

Highlighting technological innovation, director Youxue CHEN’s “Under the Fireworks Lies My Home” won iQIYI’s inaugural AI Short Film Competition – a joint initiative with ByteDance and Google to integrate generative AI into storytelling.

The event also spotlighted the year’s most popular virtual characters from iQIYI’s “Taodou World”, a feature powered by AI that enables real-time user interaction with over 1,000 characters from iQIYI titles.

Expanding Strategic Partnership 

Following the event, iQIYI and Galaxy Arena announced a renewed three-year strategic partnership on December 9. The agreement deepens collaboration across large-scale events, variety shows, film and television production. The partnership supports Macao’s development as a “City of Performing Arts” while strengthening iQIYI’s offline entertainment footprint.

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BENGALURU, India, Dec. 10, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Exito’s presence in ASEAN isn’t an overnight story. It’s the result of fifteen years spent building one of the most reliable, productive, and commercially impactful event ecosystems in the B2B technology space.

Since its inception, Exito has delivered more than 1,000 events across 25+ countries, connecting over 200,000 attendees and linking technology vendors, enterprises, and government leaders in ways that move markets. This long-standing global experience is exactly what laid the foundation for Exito’s accelerated success across ASEAN in the past five years.

And here’s the thing: the region’s digital transformation wave isn’t slowing down. Enterprises are modernising faster, governments are driving strong digital-first mandates, and vendors are competing to capture the next big cycle of demand across AI, cybersecurity, cloud, automation, fintech, DevOps, and enterprise IT. In this surge, Exito has become the trusted neutral ground where serious conversations turn into partnerships, pilots, and real commercial outcomes.

A Five-Year ASEAN Story Fueled by Momentum

Over the past half-decade, Exito has delivered 100+ high-impact exhibitions, conferences, and trade shows across ASEAN, shaping the region’s B2B tech ecosystem with remarkable consistency. Across Singapore, Kuala Lumpur, Jakarta, Manila, Bangkok, and Hanoi, Exito’s platforms have emerged as the meeting point for senior IT leaders, digital strategists, regulators, and global technology providers.

The impact has been direct and measurable:

• Vendors have accelerated regional entry and expanded their pipelines.
• Enterprises have found faster access to credible solution partners.
• Government bodies have used Exito platforms to push national digital blueprints and innovation agendas.

This isn’t about event volume. It’s about market creation.

2025: A Breakout Year That Proved the Model

2025 set a new benchmark for Exito in ASEAN. Packed auditoriums, exponential B2B meeting numbers, and a record count of returning sponsors reinforced one thing:

The region sees Exito as a high-trust, outcomes-driven partner.

From Manila and Bangkok to Jakarta and Kuala Lumpur, the response validated the model, curated events, clear buyer–vendor alignment, senior-level participation, and content formats that reflect real market needs.

2026 now builds on this momentum at a larger, sharper scale.

The 2026 ASEAN & APAC Calendar: A Year Designed for Impact

The 2026 lineup reflects a dual focus: sector-specific depth and wider geographic reach. Across digital transformation, BFSI, cybersecurity, DevOps, manufacturing IT, and cloud adoption, Exito is doubling down on themes where enterprises are investing the most.

February – Mumbai

• 4 Feb – Digital Transformation Summit

March – Bangkok & Manila

• 11 Mar – MITS IT Summit, Bangkok
• 27 Mar – Cyber Security Summit, Manila

April – Australia, Indonesia, Malaysia & Singapore

• 14 Apr – Cyber Security Summit, Sydney
• 15 Apr – BFSI IT Summit, Sydney
• 16 Apr – BFSI IT Summit, Jakarta
• 23 Apr – Digital Transformation Summit, Kuala Lumpur
• 29 Apr – Exito DevOps Summit, Singapore

May – Manila & Bangkok

• 21 May – Digital Transformation Summit, Manila
• 22 May – BFSI IT Summit, Manila
• 29 May – Cyber Security Summit, Bangkok

June – India

• 11 Jun – MITS IT Summit, Mumbai

July – Vietnam

• 15 Jul – Cyber Vietnam (34th Edition), Hanoi

August – India & Singapore

• 6 Aug – BFSI IT Summit, Mumbai
• 13 Aug – BFSI IT Summit, Singapore

September – Malaysia

• 10 Sep – Cyber Security Summit, Kuala Lumpur

October – Indonesia & Thailand

• 14–15 Oct – Digital Transformation Summit, Jakarta
• 28 Oct – Digital Transformation Summit, Bangkok
• 29 Oct – BFSI IT Summit, Bangkok

This calendar mirrors both market demand and Exito’s commitment to serving the region with depth, consistency, and serious audience quality.

Why ASEAN Chooses Exito

1. A legacy built on trust and results
   
   • • 1,000+ global events.
     • 25+ countries.
     • 200,000+ attendees.
     • Fifteen years of doing what works: delivering value for sponsors and clarity for delegates.

    

2. A platform built for high-intent conversations
   Exito summits don’t just host people—they engineer outcomes. With curated B2B meetings, senior-level attendance, and focused agenda tracks, every interaction is designed to unlock next-step opportunities.
3. Regional familiarity with global execution standards
   Exito understands ASEAN’s cultural nuances, enterprise priorities, and government narratives while bringing global event rigor, production quality, and sponsor experience to every city.

Looking Forward: The Next Phase of Growth

ASEAN is entering a defining decade of technology investment. AI integration, cloud modernisation, national digital blueprints, cyber resilience, and sector-wide automation are no longer future plans, they’re now.

Exito’s next chapter is built around this reality.

With a powerful 2026 calendar, deeper regional collaborations, and an unwavering focus on business outcomes, Exito is doubling down on its mission:
to be the region’s most trusted and consistently high-performing platform for technology growth.

The momentum is real.
The region is ready.
And Exito’s next five years in ASEAN will be even bigger than the last fifteen worldwide.

PR Newswire is the Official Press Release Distribution Partner of Exito.

For more information, partnership enquiries, or speaking opportunities, please contact: Sanpriya Mohanty – enquiry@exito-e.com

HONG KONG, Dec. 10, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Tencent Cloud, the cloud business of leading global technology and entertainment company Tencent, today announced a strategic partnership with MADFINGER Games, an independent game studio based in the Czech Republic. By leveraging Tencent Cloud’s Global Application Acceleration Platform (GAAP), the collaboration will ensure a more consistent, high quality gaming experience for players globally, particularly in China, addressing previous network issues and enabling seamless gameplay for the studio’s flagship title, Gray Zone Warfare. Early results of the partnership have shown a reduction in median latency from 160ms to 60ms, alongside enhanced security, and improved network reliability, demonstrating Tencent Cloud’s strong capabilities in supporting global gaming partners.

MADFINGER Games is a globally renowned Czech independent game studio with a rich history of crafting award-winning titles played by millions worldwide. The team is currently focused on advancing its PC project – the successful, genre-elevating tactical extraction FPS Gray Zone Warfare.

Tencent Cloud’s GAAP enables global users to gain fast, stable, and secure access to online services through globally deployed nodes, a high-speed global network, intelligent routing, and built-in attack defense. With an intuitive user interface, the solution also allows the studio to configure high-speed connections to its origin servers within minutes and monitor connection status directly from the console, simplifying operations while maintaining an optimal player experience.

Fred Sun, General Manager of Europe, Tencent Cloud International, said, “We are delighted to support MADFINGER Games in delivering a seamless gaming experience for players. By deploying our Global Application Acceleration Platform, we enable the game studio to address cross-border connectivity challenges and deliver stable, low-latency gameplay for users globally, with improved performance in China. This collaboration exemplifies Tencent Cloud’s commitment to our partners and our drive for technological innovation in the global gaming industry.”

Johanny Clerc-Renaud, Technical Director, MADFINGER Games, said, “As MADFINGER Games continues to set new benchmarks in creativity, technology, and immersive design, our partnership with Tencent Cloud has been instrumental in enhancing the player experience globally including in China. Improved network stability and reduced latency enable our community to fully immerse themselves in the world of Gray Zone Warfare, wherever they are. We look forward to deepening our collaboration with Tencent Cloud as we expand globally and continue to deliver high-quality, immersive experiences to players around the world.”

About Tencent Cloud:

Tencent Cloud, one of the world’s leading cloud companies, is committed to creating innovative solutions to resolve real-world issues and enabling digital transformation for smart industries. Through our extensive global infrastructure, Tencent Cloud provides businesses across the globe with stable and secure industry-leading cloud products and services, leveraging technological advancements such as cloud computing, Big Data analytics, AI, IoT, and network security. It is our constant mission to meet the needs of industries across the board, including the fields of gaming, media and entertainment, finance, healthcare, property, retail, travel, and transportation.

About MADFINGER Games:

MADFINGER Games is a globally renowned Czech independent game studio with a rich history of crafting award-winning titles played by millions worldwide. With 15 years of excellence, we are proud to be a driving force in the industry. Currently, we are enhancing the early access version of our highly successful multiplayer tactical FPS title, Gray Zone Warfare, powered by Unreal Engine 5.

Key News Highlights:

• Mowilex’s fourth consecutive recognition as Indonesia’s Best Managed Companies elevated it as a Gold Standard winner, reinforcing its commitment to best-in-class management and performance, aligning strong leadership with innovation and long-term value creation.
• Mowilex views this recognition as a constant reminder to continue striving for excellence, and as an achievement to be shared with everyone who has been a part of Mowilex’s journey.

JAKARTA, Indonesia, Dec. 10, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — PT Mowilex Indonesia has once again been honored by Deloitte as one of Indonesia’s Best Managed Companies, marking its fourth consecutive year receiving this recognition. This also means that Mowilex has now been elevated to a Gold Standard winner, underscoring its enduring commitment to best-in-class management and performance. In Indonesia, only three companies were conferred with the Gold Standard recognition this year, and Mowilex is proud to be among them.

The Best Managed Companies program is widely regarded as a benchmark of organizational excellence for leading companies around the world.

“As a Best Managed Companies award winner, PT Mowilex Indonesia has demonstrated itself as a leading private enterprise in Indonesia—driving sustainable growth, fostering innovation, and delivering meaningful impact for its customers and employees. This recognition is a testament to excellence, underscoring PT Mowilex Indonesia’s leadership and strategic vision. We look forward to witnessing their continued success and growth in Indonesia and on the global stage,” said DIONISIUS Damijanto, Best Managed Companies Leader, Deloitte Indonesia.

Mowilex emphasized that this recognition serves as a reminder to stay grounded and continue striving for excellence. “We are an independent challenger in an industry dominated by large multinationals and a handful of very well-run local players. Each year, Deloitte’s process challenges us with rigorous reviews and tough questions. Rather than taking this recognition as validation, we treat it as a test — asking whether our strategies and tactics would still hold up under such scrutiny,” said Mowilex CEO, Niko Safavi.

Winners are assessed against a comprehensive framework with four pillars shaped by more than 30 years of Deloitte’s global benchmarking, namely: strategy, culture and commitment, capabilities and innovation, governance and financials. This framework encourages companies to align strong leadership with innovation and long-term value creation.

Mowilex also highlighted that the recognition is not about individual leadership alone. “This is a management award that belongs to our managers and employees. It’s their discipline, innovation, and everyday decisions that shape PT Mowilex Indonesia into what it is today. We proudly share this Gold Standard achievement with everyone who has been part of our journey,” said Niko Safavi.

About PT Mowilex Indonesia

PT Mowilex Indonesia , a subsidiary of Asia Coatings Enterprises, Pte. Ltd., is a leading producer of premium paints and coatings with a reputation for quality and strong brand loyalty. The company is Indonesia’s only certified carbon neutral paint manufacturer, maintaining that status for six consecutive years, and offers a wide range of low- and zero-VOC products. In 2025, Mowilex was recognized by Deloitte as one of Indonesia’s Best Managed Companies for the fourth consecutive year, becoming a Gold Standard winner.

About Best Managed Companies

Best Managed Companies is a global awards program that recognises privately held companies for their organisational excellence, business success, and entrepreneurial spirit.

The program offers a robust framework for management teams to evaluate their strategies, strengthen operations, and benchmark themselves against the top-performing private companies worldwide.

Established in Canada in 1993, Best Managed Companies has since expanded to more than 45 countries across Asia Pacific, the Americas, Europe, and the Middle East, with plans to launch in Africa. Today, its global network comprises over 1,700 outstanding companies that come together as a community to build alliances, exchange knowledge, and share best practices.

In 2025, the Best Managed Companies awards program marks five years in Southeast Asia, with a community of winners in Indonesia, Malaysia, Singapore, Thailand and Vietnam.

For more information on the awards program, visit the Indonesia’s Best Managed Companies website.