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From Macao to Millions: CreatorWeek 2025 Connects the Global Creator Ecosystem

Taking place in Macao in October, Asia’s premier Creator festival offers unparalleled access and opportunities in the booming creator economy.


MACAO SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 9 October 2025 – CreatorWeek, the experiential festival celebrating the global creator economy by blending business, fan engagement, entertainment, and brand activations, is proud to announce its inaugural event in Macao from October 24-28, 2025. This landmark festival, held by award-winning event producers Branded, alongside the Macao Government Tourism Office and collaborative partner Adbeyond Group (Macau) Limited, will serve as a vital gateway to the booming Greater China market and beyond.

CREATORWEEK MACAO 2025

CreatorWeek Macao will host over 180 creators and over 40 industry leaders, offering unparalleled access to the greater China digital ecosystem. Attendees will connect with leading Chinese media platforms, and collaborate with influential Chinese creators. The Creator Academy will provide essential knowledge and strategies for success in the Chinese market, covering content localisation, cultural nuances, and monetisation models.

The event will feature an exciting lineup of global creators enjoying hundreds of millions of followers and billions of views, including Stoke Twins, Alan Chikin Chow, Merrick Hanna, Sean Does Magic, Jordan Matter, Austin Sprinz, Berywam, Roce Ordoñez, Cam Casey, 老王在中国, Ian Boggs, Charly Jordan, Michelle Kennelly, Oliver Cronin, Steven He, alongside a host of local talent.

Attendees will also gain insights from industry leaders driving the creator economy, sharing insights on digital media, platform growth, and the future of content creation, such as

  • Nader Filsoof. Partner, Talent Manager, Underscore Talent
  • Eyal Baumel, CEO, Flywheel
  • Bing Chen, CEO & Co-Founder, Gold House
  • Ben Wong, CMO, Google Greater China, Google
  • Drew Baldwin, CEO, Tubefilter
  • James Louderback, Editor and CEO, Inside the Creator LLC
  • Benny Chu, Head of Industry, Greater China, Meta
  • Kevin Huang, Chief Operating Officer, South China Morning Post
  • Scarlett Li, CEO and Founder, Zebra Labs
  • Pete DiGiovanni, Head of Business Operations, Knife Drop Studios
  • Melissa Laurie, CEO, Oysterly Media@
  • Jaeyoon Ko, Head of Strategic Partnerships, Adoba
  • Saket Jha Saurabh, Director & Head, Content & AR Partnerships, Snap Inc.
  • Dylan Harari, CEO at FanFix | Global Head of Creators at SuperOrdinary
  • Diogo Martins, Bloomr.SG Lead (Talenthub), Mediacorp
  • Luke Hale, Head of Media, Mark Rober
  • Fred Chong, Founder and CEO, WebTVAsia
  • And many more…

“Macao is the ideal location for CreatorWeek,” said Jasper Donat, CEO and Co-Founder of Branded. “Its unique blend of culture, vibrant entertainment, and geographical location makes it a strategic entry point to Asia Pacific, including some of the world’s largest and most dynamic markets.”

CreatorWeek is delighted to partner with the Macao Government Tourism Office to bring this landmark event to the city. CreatorWeek Macao will not only showcase Macao’s unique charm and vibrant culture to a global audience, but also solidify the Special Administrative Region’s position as a vital gateway for international creators looking to connect with the dynamic Chinese market.

The five-day experience will open with an exclusive party for creators, brands, and speakers—an intimate evening designed to spark meaningful connections and set the tone for the week ahead.

The spotlight then shifts to the CreatorWeek Live, a unique music festival where audiences can enjoy two electrifying days of live performances by 20 international artists. Open to all, the festival invites everyone to celebrate creativity and discover fresh global sounds.

Fan Meet & Greet

Adding to the festival excitement, selected creators will host exclusive fan meet-and-greet sessions—a rare opportunity for fans to interact one-on-one with their favourite creators. These intimate sessions allow creators to connect directly with their community and give fans a memorable, personal experience.

Wellness Workshops

Wellness is trending globally, and CreatorWeek highlights this with exclusive, intimate wellness workshops led by top creators in the space. Attendees will gain hands-on tips and insights on fitness, mindfulness, and holistic wellbeing.

Admission is free, but spots are limited—fans are encouraged to register early to secure their place.

The excitement builds to a finale with the B2B focussed CreatorWeek Conference & Academy, a curated topic offering rare access to the leading voices of the global creator economy. Through panel discussions and dialogue , attendees will gain insider perspectives on platform innovation, content monetisation, brand partnerships, and the future of creator-led entertainment. Limited access is available by invitation ensuring an exclusive setting for high-level networking and knowledge exchange.

Karin Wan, CEO of Adbeyond Group (Macau) Limited, said, “International content creation is becoming increasingly multicultural, with creators seeking to understand both Western and Asian digital landscapes. CreatorWeek Macao 2025 facilitates this cultural exchange, offering global creators insights into diverse media platforms while providing Asian creators pathways to international markets.”

CreatorWeek Macao is supported by six of Macao’s top hotels and resorts, including MGM, Sands China Limited, Galaxy Macau™ Integrated Resort, Wynn Resorts Macau, SJM Resorts, S.A. and Melco Resorts & Entertainment, the first five of which will serve as event venues. The festival builds on the success of CreatorWeek Singapore 2024, which generated over 500 million Instagram reel views and welcomed over 10,000 attendees.

For more information, visit www.creatorweek.live.
Hashtag: #CREATORWEEK #CWMacao #CreatorWeekMacao2025

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About CreatorWeek

First launched in Singapore in 2022, CreatorWeek is an immersive festival designed to connect global creators, industry leaders, and fans, fostering business opportunities and celebrating the creator economy. CreatorWeek Singapore 2024 generated over 500 million Instagram reel views and welcomed over 10,000 attendees. CreatorWeek Macao plans to host over 180 creators and industry leaders, along with thousands of fans, offering unparalleled access to the Asia Pacific digital ecosystem.

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About Branded

Branded is an award-winning content, events, and IP creation company based in Singapore. Branded has produced and developed some of Asia’s most iconic cultural and business platforms, including All That Matters, Music Matters Live, CreatorWeek, It’s A Girl Thing, SuperGamerFest, and YouTube FanFest. Now part of the Nodwin Gaming family, Branded continues to lead at the intersection of entertainment, tech, and media, building platforms that connect, educate, inspire, and entertain.

About the Macao Government Tourism Office

Macao is a vibrant city known for its rich cultural heritage, world-class entertainment, and diverse culinary scene. As a premier travel destination, Macao offers a unique blend of East and West, where ancient traditions meet modern attractions. Whether you’re exploring its historic sites, enjoying its bustling nightlife, or savoring its renowned cuisine, Macao promises an unforgettable experience for every visitor.

About Adbeyond Group (Macau) Limited

As a pioneering force in digital marketing and a listed company, Adbeyond Group aspires to elevate brands within the digital realm by harnessing consumer insights, creativity, and innovation. Rooted in this mission, Adbeyond Group thrives as a forerunning idea powerhouse, blending the collective wisdom of over 100 insightful strategists, seasoned practitioners, and digital natives.

NUH Puts Patients’ Priorities First Through Appropriate Care

This pioneering initiative by the hospital can cut unnecessary interventions, optimise health outcomes and deliver sustainable care


SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 9 October 2025 – Imagine your next specialist’s appointment at a hospital being a true partnership. Instead of being prescribed a care plan outright, your doctor seeks your feedback, discusses your progress and treatment goals, and co-designs a plan that fits your needs and preferences – which in some patients may mean reducing medication or cutting out unnecessary tests.

[From left] Adj A/Prof Adrian Kee, Adj A/Prof Samuel Ow, Adj A/Prof Amelia Santosa, Dr Ada Teo and Ms Lim Suan Tee are part of the team driving Appropriate Care efforts in delivering patient-centred care that maximises health outcomes and quality of life.
[From left] Adj A/Prof Adrian Kee, Adj A/Prof Samuel Ow, Adj A/Prof Amelia Santosa, Dr Ada Teo and Ms Lim Suan Tee are part of the team driving Appropriate Care efforts in delivering patient-centred care that maximises health outcomes and quality of life.

This is Appropriate Care (Apt Care) at the National University Hospital (NUH). It is about delivering evidence and value-based, patient-centred care that maximises health outcomes and quality of life, while eliminating inefficiencies and managing resources sustainably.

As part of National University Health System (NUHS)’s Apt Care programme, NUH launched its Apt Care campaign in March last year with a clear purpose: to reinforce a culture of prioritising patient outcomes and value.

Enhancing end-of-life cancer care

One of the key NUH Apt Care initiatives was a collaboration with the National University Cancer Institute, Singapore (NCIS), to introduce an appropriate care end-of-life pathway to cancer patients. Launched in October last year, the programme uses a multidisciplinary approach involving clinicians, nurses, and pharmacists to enhance end-of-life care. The goal is to help patients live as well as possible by reducing unnecessary medication and interventions, allowing them to focus on comfort and quality of life.

When a suitable patient is identified, their care team reviews the care plan to focus on the patient’s comfort and overall well-being. This tailored plan could involve reducing non-essential medications, re-evaluating the number of unnecessary outpatient appointments, and cutting down or discontinuing invasive procedures like blood glucose monitoring (BGM) pricks.

Between October 2024 and August 2025, 108 patients were enrolled in the programme which saw significant benefits:

  • Average of 11 fewer vital sign checks and four fewer BGM episodes per patient, with some saving up to 81 vital sign checks and 52 BGM episodes during their hospital stay, leading to less disruption to the patients’ rest.
  • Average savings of $60 per patient, with some saving up to $740, for the reduction in BGM tests.
  • Average of two fewer outpatient appointments and three reduced oral medications per patient, reducing treatment burden.

Adj A/Prof Samuel Ow, Senior Consultant, Department of Haematology-Oncology, NCIS, and the project lead of the end-of-life programme, noted that feedback has been positive. “Patients have reported less pain and discomfort as a result of cutting down on non-essential procedures. By limiting consultations to only key ones, patients gain more time to spend meaningfully with their loved ones.”

He added: “Our clinical staff have also benefited. The time freed up through streamlining tests and procedures allows them to devote more attention to their patients’ most critical needs. Our nurses have also reported greater job satisfaction from being empowered to customise care plans that truly prioritise the needs and well-being of our end-of-life patients.”

Smarter glucose testing for inpatients

Another initiative at NUH targets unnecessary point-of-care blood glucose monitoring (BGM) for inpatients. A similar initiative was first implemented at Ng Teng Fong General Hospital in 2018 and at Alexandra Hospital in 2023, with best practices being adapted to each hospital’s workflows.

Piloted in two wards in September 2024 and now expanded, a new standardised workflow with clear criteria was introduced to empower nurses to safely reduce the frequency of BGM finger pricks in clinically stable patients.

Over the past three months, 87 patients in the programme had their average daily BGM finger pricks halved from four to two, without any significant increase in rates of hypoglycemia or hyperglycemia.

According to the project lead, Dr Ada Teo, Associate Consultant, Division of Endocrinology, Department of Medicine, NUH: “This initiative is a true win-win. By focusing on the right frequency of glucose testing, we can still rely on meaningful data to make informed assessments for our patients’ care plans. Patients who participated reported an improved treatment experience, as it reduced discomfort, pain, and their out-of-pocket costs.”

She added: “Our nurses felt the impact too – a recent survey of 78 nurses found that around 85 per cent of them expressed confidence in following the new workflow. Encouragingly, around 87 per cent felt empowered to reduce unnecessary testing with this project in place. Introducing a clear, evidence-based workflow can help to minimise unnecessary monitoring, allowing for more appropriate distribution of resources to facilitate patient-centred care.”

Building a sustainable future in healthcare

Beyond these initiatives, NUH is working with its partners in NUHS to:

  • Reduce duplicative test such as glycated haemoglobin (HbA1c), which may be duplicated by different care providers looking after the same patient;
  • Minimise inappropriate medication for patients; and
  • Consolidate appointments, which brings additional benefits of better care coordination

In summing up the Apt Care drive in NUH, Adj A/Prof Amelia Santosa, one of the co-leads of the Apt Care campaign at NUH and also Head and Senior Consultant, Division of Rheumatology and Allergy, Department of Medicine, NUH, said: “We are heartened to see the encouraging reception by both patients and healthcare colleagues from our early initiatives. With an ageing population and increasing number of patients with multiple medical conditions in Singapore, patients accumulate more appointments, medications and tests, which need to be purposefully consolidated. Hence, now more than ever, Apt Care is becoming a more critical concept for healthcare institutions to embrace and incorporate. Our ultimate objective is to continuously find ways to deliver care that is clinically effective and focused on patient-defined outcomes, while at the same time, promote greater healthcare value for everyone involved – from patients and their families to our healthcare staff and the hospital itself.”
Hashtag: #NationalUniversityHospital #NUH #HealthcareInnovation #SustainableHealthcare #CancerCare #ClinicalInnovation



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About the National University Hospital (NUH)

The National University Hospital (NUH) is Singapore’s leading university hospital. While the hospital at Kent Ridge first received its patients on 24 June 1985, our legacy started from 1905, the date of the founding of what is today the NUS Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine. NUH is the principal teaching hospital of the medical school.

Our unique identity as a university hospital is a key attraction for healthcare professionals who aspire to do more than practise tertiary medical care. We offer an environment where research and teaching are an integral part of medicine, and continue to shape medicine and transform care for the community we care for.

We are an academic medical centre with over 1,200 beds, serving more than one million patients a year with over 50 medical, surgical and dental specialties. NUH is the only public and not-for-profit hospital in Singapore to provide trusted care for adults, women and children under one roof, including the only paediatric kidney and liver transplant programme in the country.

The NUH is a key member of the National University Health System (NUHS), one of three public healthcare clusters in Singapore. For more information, visit

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Beijing Review: Rivers, Rice and Revolution

BEIJING, Oct. 9, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Known for centuries as the “land of fish and rice” and the “land of rivers and lakes,” Jiangsu Province lies in the lower reaches of the Yangtze River, along China’s eastern coastline. These names reflect a landscape shaped by fertile soil, crisscrossed with rivers, canals, lakes and reservoirs that have nourished and brought prosperity for generations.

Journalists visit Miracle Automation in Wuxi, Jiangsu, on August 19 (COURTESY PHOTO)
Journalists visit Miracle Automation in Wuxi, Jiangsu, on August 19 (COURTESY PHOTO)

Today, Jiangsu, roughly the size of Iceland, stands as one of China’s most developed regions. In 2024, the province’s GDP reached 13.7 trillion yuan ($1.88 trillion), ranking second among China’s provincial administrative regions, trailing only behind Guangdong Province.

The province combines the natural wealth that has long defined it with a spirit of innovation and reform that continues to drive it forward. Its ancient towns still carry the elegance of traditional Chinese culture, while modern industrial zones and research parks testify to the province’s place at the frontier of progress.

This August, Jiangsu became the stage for a journey of discovery. From August 18 to 22, the New Dynamic Jiangsu: 2025 Global Media Tour brought together 19 journalists, including six from China and 13 from the Netherlands, Australia, Germany, Japan, the Republic of Korea (ROK), Brazil, India and Pakistan. Over five days, the delegation started their trip in the provincial capital city of Nanjing and followed a route from south to north, visiting cities such as Wuxi, Yancheng and Lianyungang.

By stepping into factories, laboratories, cultural sites, and communities, the journalists engaged directly with local people and saw firsthand how Jiangsu is evolving. The journey offered not only a snapshot of the province’s progress toward Chinese modernization, but also fresh perspectives on the province’s culture.

Smart tech frontiers 

As one of China’s leading manufacturing provinces, Jiangsu is pushing forward industrial upgrading through smart technologies. If its vast manufacturing base can be compared to a giant stage, then robots are undoubtedly among its brightest stars.

In Nanjing, technology is taking center stage. Journalists toured Nanjing’s Software Valley. Home to 328 AI-related companies and 50,000 AI professionals, the software base shapes a new landscape for the city’s AI industry.

One standout is TetraBOT. During the visit, the company showcased their robot products, already deployed in real factory environments, capable of taking over dirty, strenuous or hazardous tasks.

The company also demonstrated robots designed for emergency response, industrial maintenance, and civil safety. Liu Danfu, assistant to the chairman of TetraBOT, said the company’s products have been adopted by major enterprises in oil, chemical, mining and power sectors.

Devinder Kumar, editor at the China-India Dialogue magazine, was impressed by the advanced AI applications and the smart, user-friendly design of the robots. He said Nanjing is becoming a hub for AI and robotics, combining rich cultural heritage with dynamic technological momentum.

The journalists also visited the Turing AI Institute of Nanjing, founded in 2018 through a collaboration with Tsinghua University, one of China’s top universities. It was established under the leadership of Yao Qizhi, an academician of the Chinese Academy of Sciences and recipient of the Turing Award, often regarded as the “Nobel Prize of Computing.”

The institute focuses on core technologies such as computer vision and natural language processing, applying them to fields ranging from robotics to smart city systems. Over the years, it has nurtured a thriving “Turing ecosystem,” now home to 83 AI-driven companies spanning healthcare, finance, education, urban management and security.

Also, with support in technology, funding, and market access, it has nurtured a generation of tech-driven startups. Lee Woojoong, a reporter at the ROK’s Segye Times said, “Visiting here allowed me to see how cutting-edge technology can truly take root in society.”

At Miracle Automation in Wuxi, journalists visited a factory that had evolved from a township workshop into a listed company with breakthroughs in intelligent equipment, recycling and humanoid robotics. In the demonstration hall, humanoid robot Walker S1 impressed visitors with its ability to navigate autonomously, carry loads and complete sorting tasks with precision, showcasing how humanoid robots can handle complex industrial tasks.

Song Kwangsub, a journalist from the ROK’s Maeil Business Newspaper, said seeing the machines in action and learning about the company’s data-driven approach deepened his impression of China’s robotics sector.

In Yancheng, the delegation visited Jiangsu Pudu Robotics Co. Ltd., where robots performing tasks such as delivering meals and transporting packages indoors were on display—machines already serving hotels, restaurants, and retail businesses in over 80 countries. 

Pedro Steenhagen, a Brazilian senior researcher and editor at Observa China, an online platform covering China-related issues for Portuguese-speaking countries, shared his experience of having meals delivered by a robot at a hotel, noting that the interactive system even called his room phone to remind him to pick up the order.

Other industrial strengths 

About 270 km from Nanjing, Yancheng, one of China’s first pilot cities for carbon peaking, stretches along the Yellow Sea coast. At Dafeng Port Zero-Carbon Industrial Park, sunlight glints off solar panels powering offices and lighting, while the park’s carbon intelligence center monitors energy use, carbon emissions and green electricity consumption across all enterprises in real time.

In recent years, Dafeng Port has explored a “green electricity + hydrogen” development model, fostering industries such as green hydrogen and marine and synthetic biology, and supporting the transition of traditional sectors like steel, paper and chemicals. 

Muhammad Asghar, chief reporter for the Associated Press of Pakistan, said China’s clean energy projects are supporting Pakistan’s ecological efforts. He said Dafeng Port is well positioned to achieve zero-carbon emissions and expressed confidence in the goal.

Beyond sustainable energy, Jiangsu is also advancing innovation in health and pharmaceuticals. In Lianyungang, Chia-Tai Tianqing Pharmaceutical Group operates six production lines in its second workshop, producing its glycyrrhizic acid products, derived from liquorice root, with 99.9-percent purity. Approved for three indications and included in several international clinical guidelines, the drug combines strong liver-targeting anti-inflammatory effects and high safety, contributing significantly to China’s fight against Hepatitis B.

With more than 80 percent of its research and development investment focused on innovation, the group now manages over 140 pipeline projects, including more than 70 novel drug candidates. Timothy Pope, an Australian working for the International Communications Center of Shanghai Dragon TV, said that seeing China produce so many new therapies was encouraging, and with global collaboration, more patients will benefit from these innovations.

The journey also introduced journalists to Jiangsu’s traditional industries. At Donghai Crystal City in Lianyungang, the world’s largest crystal market, age-old craftsmanship is embracing digital channels. Rows of glittering crystal products are not only sold on-site but also streamed live to buyers around the world, illustrating how Jiangsu’s traditional industries are connecting to global markets.

Japanese anchor Ohori Rio, from the Center for the Asia-Pacific, China International Communications Group, showed a newly purchased crystal bracelet, noting its affordability and saying she would like to buy more when browsing online platforms.

Cultural hubs 

The journalists also explored the cultural heritage of Jiangsu. At the Huishan Clay Figurine Museum in Wuxi, the delegation admired masterpieces ranging from traditional opera characters to modern creative designs. In hands-on sessions, senior craftsman Zhou Lu from Huishan Clay Figurine Factory taught reporters how to paint clay pandas. 

Huishan clay figurines have a history of more than 400 years. Known for their compact yet full-bodied forms, graceful lines, vivid colors and imaginative designs, they serve as toys, decorative ornaments, and collectible art.

Kumar said he was deeply impressed by the artisans’ dedication. Experiencing clay painting firsthand brought him joy and inspired him to explore more of China’s traditional culture, he added.

As night fell, the reporters caught a glimpse into another aspect of Jiangsu. In Wuxi’s Huishan Ancient Town, visitors stood on stone bridges over the Grand Canal, listening to the lilting local tune while watching boats glide gently across the water. Crowds gathered along the riverbanks to enjoy performances. Soul of the Moon, an immersive show, blends Wuxi’s rich historical culture with contemporary performing arts.

Among the highlights was a show paying tribute to visually impaired local artist Hua Yanjun, best known as Abing, China’s most famous erhu player, who earned a living performing on the streets and endured decades of hardship. The erhu is a traditional stringed instrument.

The show brought both the sorrow and hope in Abing’s musician masterpiece, The Moon Reflected on the Second Spring, to life, presenting a century-old folk legacy to a modern audience.

The journey into traditional culture continued in Yancheng at Huaiju Town, a cultural hub built to preserve and showcase Jiangsu’s intangible heritage Huaiju Opera, and as part of a cultural and tourism integration initiative. Inspired by the settings of Huaiju Opera, also known as Jianghuai Theater, which gained popularity around a century ago, the town features historical streets, architecture, waterways and village life, while creating new cultural experiences. The entire town is a big stage for visitors to have an immersive experience of the local opera.

Through visits to these cultural hubs, journalists learned Jiangsu’s efforts to revive intangible heritage and share the province’s cultural richness with visitors.

“Usually, we only see major cities like Shanghai, Beijing or Shenzhen show a modern, internationalized side. But by visiting smaller cities, you get to experience the real diversity of China, its culture, folk festivals, food, clothing and traditions, while also seeing its rapid technological development,” Kumar told Beijing Review.

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MIFF 2026: REGISTRATION OPENS FOR SOUTHEAST ASIA’S LARGEST FURNITURE TRADE SHOW

The 32nd Edition Returns 4–7 March with Global Sourcing Opportunities, Design Innovation, and Exclusive Buyer Perks

KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia, Oct. 9, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — The Malaysian International Furniture Fair (MIFF) has officially opened visitor registration for its 32nd edition, taking place 4-7 March 2026 across two premier venues: Malaysia International Trade and Exhibition Centre (MITEC) and World Trade Centre Kuala Lumpur (WTCKL). Showcasing its signature concept of “1 Fair, 2 Venues, 17 Halls“, MIFF 2026 will once again be the region’s central hub for global buyers and suppliers.

Business Discussion during the Malaysian International Furniture Fair (MIFF) 2025
Business Discussion during the Malaysian International Furniture Fair (MIFF) 2025

The announcement follows MIFF 2025’s remarkable success, which generated an estimated USD 1.31 billion in on-site sales – up 3% from the previous year. The 2025 edition attracted 19,556 trade visitors from 120 countries and regions, connecting them with 742 exhibitors across 100,000 square metres of exhibition space.

Since its debut in 1995, MIFF has evolved into Southeast Asia’s largest export-oriented furniture trade show, gaining global recognition as a “real business show” where deals are sealed on the spot.

“With a proven track record of over 30 years, MIFF is a trusted marketplace, supported by a strong community of loyal exhibitors and international buyers who return year after year, ” said Ms Kelie Lim, General Manager of MIFF. “Buyers don’t just come to look; they come to place orders and pay deposits on the spot. Our rigorous vetting process for exhibitors saves buyers valuable time and ensures they meet reliable suppliers who can deliver.”

Renowned for the widest selection of Malaysian-made wooden home and office furniture, MIFF features different hall segmentation with product categorisation to streamline sourcing in both venues. Its commitment to excellence and innovation was recently recognised, when its sustainability-focused Tree Planting campaign in 2024, received the Merit Award for Event Technology Excellence from the Malaysian Association of Convention & Exhibition Organisers & Suppliers (MACEOS).

MIFF 2026 offers a comprehensive suite of hospitality programmes designed to further enhance visitor experience:

  • Valued Visitor Privilege (VVP) Programme: Complimentary hotel accommodation for first-time early-bird international visitors.
  • Hosted Buyer Programme: Exclusive benefits for international trade delegations.
  • Airport Fast-Track: Priority clearance at Kuala Lumpur International Airport (Terminal 1) for registered overseas buyers

“Every aspect of MIFF is designed to support our visitors’ business objectives,” added Ms Kelie Lim. “From saving costs on registration to simplifying travel logistics, our hospitality programmes ensure that buyers can focus fully on sourcing and building partnerships.”

MIFF 2026 will spotlight design innovation, technology, and sustainability through a series of initiatives:

  • The xOrdinary Showcase, KL iDesign Week, My Favourite International Design (MFID) Awards and more.
  • The MIFF Furniture Design Competition (FDC) 2026, themed “Playful. Practical. Purposeful: Furniture for Generation Alpha,” focuses on children’s bedroom furniture. Submissions close 1 December 2025. The new MIFF FDC CLUB fosters year-round connections between designers, manufacturers, and buyers.
  • MIFF Furniverse, an upgraded digital ecosystem featuring interactive floor plans, intelligent lead retrieval for exhibitors, intuitive navigation tools, and personalised matchmaking services.
  • The return of MIFF’s award-winning Tree Planting campaign, reinforcing its sustainability commitment.

In today’s shifting global supply chains, Malaysia is a key beneficiary of the “China+1” sourcing strategy. International buyers increasingly turn to ASEAN for its exceptional craftsmanship, design intelligence, supply reliability, and robust export capacity.

Malaysia’s furniture industry generates approximately USD 4.2 billion in revenue, supported by world-class export infrastructure and a skilled workforce. Its strategic location and multicultural business environment make it an ideal hub for international trade. By connecting global buyers with Malaysia’s manufacturing excellence, MIFF continues to drive exports and strengthen the country’s position in the global market.

With over 700 exhibitors expected, MIFF 2026 will once again serve as the epicentre for buyers seeking Southeast Asia’s finest furniture and global sourcing opportunities. The show consistently attracts more than 20,000 buyers from 140 countries and regions, cementing its status as the region’s most international furniture trade show.

Registration for MIFF 2026 is now open at www.miff.com.my.

Trade visitors can secure free admission by registering before 13 February 2026, saving RM30 entrance fee and gaining access to MIFF’s exclusive buyer privilege programmes designed to make sourcing more efficient and rewarding

For exhibitor opportunities at Southeast Asia’s most productive furniture trade show, contact the MIFF organising team for prime positioning.

Notes to Editors

About MIFF (www.miff.com.my) MIFF is the largest and leading export-oriented furniture trade show in Southeast Asia, showcasing the widest collection of Made-in-Malaysia wooden furniture, home furniture, and office furniture. Since 1995, MIFF is a one-stop platform connecting a wider community of 20,000+ buyers from 140 countries and regions. MIFF is organised by Informa Markets, which is a part of Informa PLC, a leading B2B information services group and the largest B2B event organiser in the world.

Zenlayer Launches Distributed Inference to Power AI Deployment at Global Scale

– Driving the next wave of AI innovation through high-performance inference at the edge

SINGAPORE, Oct. 9, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Zenlayer, the world’s first hyperconnected cloud, today announced the launch of Zenlayer Distributed Inference at Tech Week – Cloud & AI Infra Show in Singapore, a one-stop, instant-deployment platform built to power high-performance AI inference on a massive global scale.

Product Launch Presentation by Ashlee Yang, VP of Partnerships and Alliances at Zenlayer
Product Launch Presentation by Ashlee Yang, VP of Partnerships and Alliances at Zenlayer

As AI applications are proliferating across industries and geographies, two challenges continue to limit their scalability. On one hand, costly GPUs are often left idle due to uneven workloads, wasting investment while causing unpredictable inference response times. On the other, orchestrating models and resources across regions remains highly complex, leading to latency gaps and inconsistent inference performance.

Zenlayer’s Distributed Inference directly addresses these issues. The platform integrates Zenlayer’s globally distributed compute infrastructure with a set of inference optimization techniques spanning scheduling, routing, networking, and memory management to maximize inference performance at the edge. With broad model support, ready-to-use frameworks, and real-time monitoring, the platform streamlines operations and accelerates model deployment, making it easier than ever to scale inference on a global level.

“Inference is where AI delivers real value, but it’s also where efficiency and performance challenges become increasingly visible,” said Joe Zhu, Founder & CEO of Zenlayer. “By combining our hyperconnected infrastructure with distributed inference technology, we’re making it possible for AI providers and enterprises to deploy and scale models instantly, globally, and cost-effectively.”

What sets Zenlayer apart is that, instead of requiring customers to manage infrastructure or integrate low-level optimizations, the company provides elastic GPU access, automated orchestration across 300+ PoPs globally, and a private backbone that reduces latency by up to 40%. The result is simple, scalable, real-time inference delivered closer to end users—allowing organizations to focus on building applications while Zenlayer handles the complexity of global deployment.

As AI continues to reshape industries, the ability to deliver instant, real-time intelligence anywhere in the world will be essential. Zenlayer Distributed Inference marks a major step forward in bringing that capability to reality. Along with this new offering, Zenlayer is developing a broader portfolio of AI-ready services to unlock the full potential of AI at the edge.

About Zenlayer

Zenlayer is the hyperconnected cloud that enables high-speed, efficient and reliable data moves for AI on a globally distributed compute platform. Businesses utilize Zenlayer’s on-demand compute and networking services to deploy and run applications at the edge. With 300+ points of presence across 50 countries, 180+ Tbps of global network bandwidth and over 10,000 direct connections to network and cloud providers, Zenlayer helps businesses reach 85% of the internet population within 25 ms.

For more information, visit www.zenlayer.com

SingPost Launches Nationwide Philately Programme for Schools on World Post Day

  • SingPost to support schools with starter kits to kickstart the Young Philatelists School Programme
  • Sengkang Green Primary School set to pilot Young Philatelist programme using philately as a medium of education

SINGAPORE, Oct. 9, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Singapore Post (SingPost) today launched a Young Philatelists School Programme for Singapore schools. The launch, officiated by Ms Low Yen Ling, Senior Minister of State for Culture, Community and Youth & Trade and Industry, coincided with World Post Day and marked the Company’s dual celebration with Singapore’s 60th anniversary.

From left: Neo Su Yin (SingPost GCOO), Gau Poh Teck (Principal of Sengkang Green Primary School), Low Yen Ling (Senior Minister of State, Senior Minister of State for Culture, Community and Youth & Trade and Industry), alongside students from Sengkang Green Primary School
From left: Neo Su Yin (SingPost GCOO), Gau Poh Teck (Principal of Sengkang Green Primary School), Low Yen Ling (Senior Minister of State, Senior Minister of State for Culture, Community and Youth & Trade and Industry), alongside students from Sengkang Green Primary School

“Stamps are more than just a means of postage; they are miniature works of art and historical milestones that tell stories of who we are, where we’ve been, and what we have achieved as a nation. It’s a powerful way to engage our youth and ensure that valuable skills like curiosity, creativity, and critical thinking are not lost in the digital age,” said Ms Neo Su Yin, Group Chief Operating Officer, SingPost.

The Young Philatelists School Programme

The new programme aims to enable schools to leverage the educational potential of stamps to spark curiosity in students. Stamps open windows to national identity, history, culture, geography, design and communication. By studying them, students can bridge the gap between traditional knowledge and modern learning, gaining new perspectives on the world around them. Schools keen to start a philately club can approach SingPost for a “starter pack” of stamps. These resources will enable schools to set up their own clubs and inspire students to discover the rich stories behind each stamp.

SMS Low Yen Ling and students of Sengkang Green Primary School viewing exhibit panels of 60 Years in 60 Stamps
SMS Low Yen Ling and students of Sengkang Green Primary School viewing exhibit panels of 60 Years in 60 Stamps

 

SMS Low Yen Ling with Principal and students of Sengkang Green Primary School
SMS Low Yen Ling with Principal and students of Sengkang Green Primary School

In January 2026, Sengkang Green Primary School will pilot the programme. The school will launch the Young Philatelist Club a Co-Curricular Activity (CCA) for students in Primary 3 and above.

“The Young Philatelist Club is not just about stamp collecting but about the study of stamps,” said Mr. Gau Poh Teck, Principal of Sengkang Green Primary School, an avid philatelist. “Stamps tell a story, and a well-curated local collection transforms stamp collecting into a pathway for self-directed learning, and an immersive exploration of our nation’s past and present,” he added.

Mr Gau added that the programme closely aligns with the school’s mission to nurture positive learning dispositions in the students. “Learning dispositions are habits of the mind which are important to promote the joy of lifelong learning. At Sengkang Green Primary, we hope to nurture in our students a sense of curiosity, knowledge of the world, grit, inventiveness, appreciation and engagement that will serve them throughout their lives. Through the study of stamps, students can research historical and cultural contexts, learn to pay attention to details, strengthen their communication skills, and embark on their own journeys of discovery that extend beyond the classroom,” he explained.

SingPost to launch Digital Resource Hub 

SingPost is also building up a digital repository of national stamps which will help schools, and the general public access the archives of Singapore national stamps with greater ease. “We hope to be able to unveil this digital resource hub in 2026, which will be a repository for everyone, showcasing part of our national heritage,” added Ms. Neo. “These programmes are an investment in Singapore’s future launched as we celebrate our nation’s 60th Anniversary and World Post Day. We hope these initiatives will leave a lasting impression by inspiring students to make their mark on Singapore’s future.”

60 Years in 60 Stamps: A public Exhibition

From 10-12 October, SingPost will host an SG60 philatelic exhibition at the Temasek Shophouse on Orchard Road, providing a unique opportunity for Singaporeans to reflect on the nation’s remarkable journey through the philatelic lens. This is one of the first events taking place at the newly reopened Temasek Shophouse, chosen as its mission as a social impact hub – focused on building connected communities – aligns with SingPost’s objective of celebrating Singapore’s philatelic heritage.

The Visual Arts Center across the road will also house an exhibition organised and sponsored by the Association of Singapore Philatelists and co-organised by the Singapore Philatelic Society, the Singapore Stamp Club and Zui You Philatelic Society. Having both events running in tandem provides visitors a comprehensive range to enjoy and appreciate Singapore philately.

How to Join the Young Philatelists School Programme

Schools keen to start a philately club can approach SingPost for a “starter pack” of stamps. These resources will enable schools to set up their own clubs and inspire students to discover the rich stories behind each stamp. Schools or members of the public interested in the Young Philatelists School Programme are invited to contact SingPost via www.singpost.com/youngphilatelists for more information or to get involved.

About Singapore Post Limited (SingPost)

Singapore Post (SingPost) is a leading postal and eCommerce logistics provider in Asia Pacific. The portfolio of businesses spans from national and international postal services to warehousing and fulfilment, international freight forwarding and last mile delivery, serving customers in more than 220 global destinations. Headquartered in Singapore, SingPost has approximately 3,000 employees. Since its inception in 1858, the Group has evolved and innovated to bring about best-in-class integrated logistics solutions and services, making every delivery count for people and planet. www.singpost.com 

About Temasek Shophouse

Temasek Shophouse, a social impact hub in the heart of Singapore, works closely with partners to convene change-makers, foster collaborations, and catalyse partnerships and solutions for positive impact.

With a focus on building connected communities, Temasek Shophouse seeks to strengthen relationships in Singapore and beyond, steward community bonds through effective placemaking efforts in community spaces, and support change-makers and social impact organisations by providing co-working and event spaces. Temasek Shophouse is home to the Temasek Trust ecosystem and like-minded co-working partners.

ZTE accelerates global expansion by strategically focusing on gaming smartphones for youth markets

MILAN, Oct. 9, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — On October 6, ZTE Corporation (0763.HK / 000063.SZ), a global leading provider of integrated information and communication technology solutions, presented its dual-pillar strategy for global expansion: 2C transformation with a strategic focus on gaming smartphones for youth markets and advancement of a user-centric Full-Scenario AI Ecosystem at ZTE Devices User Congress in Milan, themed “Unlock Thrills, Define Style”, as part of a sub-forum of ZTE Global Summit & User Congress.

ZTE accelerates global expansion by strategically focusing on gaming smartphones for youth markets
ZTE accelerates global expansion by strategically focusing on gaming smartphones for youth markets

ZTE showcased various stylish products embodying its strategies, including nubia Neo 3 series, nubia Air, international debut of the “emotional companion” AI Pet Mochi and next-gen FWA & MBB solutions, committed to building sustainable growth drivers globally.

“Our mission is to be the tech brand that best understands lifestyles of youth by delivering diverse products meeting their needs and expressing their identity,” said Ni Fei, Senior Vice President of ZTE and President of ZTE Mobile Devices. “ZTE’s sustainable growth, with smartphone revenue increasing by over 30% in 2025 H1, and nubia Neo series achieving remarkable growth of over 300%, validates that our gaming-focus strategy is resonating globally.”

A global youth-centric breakthrough with a strategic focus on gaming smartphones

ZTE is deeply integrating its 2C transformation into youth lifestyles, with a strategic focus on gaming, spearheaded by its innovative gaming smartphones – nubia Neo series, while simultaneously expanding its gaming ecosystem, co-creating a vibrant gaming culture through gaming IP partnerships, esports teams collaborations, and AI Virtual Companion – Demi.

nubia Neo 3 series is named the Official Co-Branded Gaming Smartphone for Garena Free Fire. Following previous successful editions featuring beloved characters Kelly, Hayato, and Moco, the newly launched nubia Neo 3 GT 5G Limited Edition celebrates another iconic character – Kapella. This special edition channels Kapella’s charming persona through powerful features and deep integration with the game. It also introduces Demi, a revolutionary AI Virtual Companion that serves as Intelligent Navigator by providing comprehensive game guides, coming with a unique Demi Mouthpiece function to generate in-game communication. Its striking White Hailstone colorway presents a cybernetic warrior aesthetic.

nubia Neo 3 series provides professional-grade gaming capabilities by packing Dual Gaming Shoulder Triggers, AI Game Space 3.0, 120Hz display, large battery with Bypass Charging, Z-axis linear motors and multi-layer cooling system. nubia Neo 3 GT 5G Limited Edition will first be available in Southeast Asia in October 2025, with prices starting from $249.

While gaming smartphones form the core of its strategy, ZTE crafts products for each lifestyle, a commitment perfectly embodied by nubia Air. nubia Air redefines the “Air-style” segment by integrating a massive battery, a large display with 4500-nit brightness, top-level dust and waterproofing (IP69K, IP69 & IP68) with accessible AI capabilities into an ultra-slim body. nubia Air is engineered to set a new industry benchmark in its price segment. Global rollout began in September, with prices starting from $279.

Advancing a user-centric Full-Scenario AI Ecosystem

ZTE is advancing on-device AI applications to deliver superior interactive experiences. As a major step beyond tech-centric innovation, AI Pet Mochi enters the growing market for emotional-AI consumer electronics, demonstrating ZTE’s commitment to its “AI for All” strategy and serving as a key practice within its Full-Scenario AI Ecosystem connecting person, vehicle and home.

Mochi is built to be a smarter, more proactive, and personalized “emotional companion” for everyone. With a heartwarming appearance, Mochi feels, listens and responds to users’ emotions with gentle movements, sounds and haptic feedback. Its fluffy, cloud-soft texture and soulful eyes bring a vibrant personality to life. Mochi is a living example of how companionship was always meant to be this simple.

ZTE’s intelligent ecosystem is built on its leadership in connectivity. As the world No.1 in 5G FWA & MBB market share for four consecutive years, ZTE continues to pioneer with its latest 5G-A and Wi-Fi 7 innovations, highlighting ZTE G5 Ultra, the world’s first AI-powered 5G-A flagship CPE; ZTE G5 Max Wi-Fi, the world’s first 30dBi Wi-Fi 7 mmWave CPE; and ZTE U60 Pro, the world’s fastest Wi-Fi 7 5G Mobile WiFi. These advancements solidify ZTE’s role in shaping a more connected and intelligent world.

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Chance Pharma Announces Commercialization Agreement with Huadong Medicine for Innovative Respiratory Drug CXG87

HANGZHOU, China, Oct. 9, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Chance Pharmaceuticals (“Chance” or “Chance Pharma”), a clinical-stage biotechnology company dedicated to the research and development of innovative inhalation therapies, today announced that it has reached an exclusive commercialization agreement with Huadong Medicine (Hangzhou) Co., Ltd., a wholly owned subsidiary of Huadong Medicine Co., Ltd. (000963.SZ, “Huadong Medicine“), to commercialize CXG87 in Mainland China. Under the terms of the agreement, Chance Pharma, as the MAH (Marketing Authorization Holder), will be responsible for the research and development, registration, manufacturing, and supply of the CXG87. Chance will receive an upfront fee, regulatory and commercial milestone payments, and a share of sales profits. Huadong Medicine will be responsible for the commercialization and marketing of CXG87 in mainland China.

CXG87 is an improved therapy of budesonide/formoterol powder. It is a Class 2.2 new drug independently developed by Chance Pharma for the treatment of respiratory diseases such as asthma. Currently, the Phase III clinical trial for the asthma indication has completed enrollment of all subjects, and the new drug application is expected to be submitted in the first half of 2026.

Mr. Liang Lv, Chairman and General Manager of Huadong Medicine, commented: “We see significant potential for CXG87 in respiratory treatment. This partnership will strategically enhance our respiratory pipeline and, by leveraging our nationwide commercial network and specialized promotion team, will enable CXG87 to achieve rapid market access and broad coverage upon launch. We are dedicated to building a strong and synergistic partnership with Chance, harnessing our respective strengths to expedite the launch of this innovative product in China and make its significant clinical benefits available to patients at the earliest opportunity.”

Dr. Donghao Chen, Founder and CEO of Chance Pharma, stated: “As the first product developed on our unique VFC platform, CXG87 is a key differentiated asset that validates the platform’s strong scientific and commercial value. It holds several advantages over the originator product, such as lower flow rate dependency. Our collaboration with Huadong Medicine is a testament to its significant commercial potential and will allow us to leverage their respiratory expertise to maximize its commercial and clinical value. We are committed to working closely together to bring this product to patients suffering from respiratory diseases as quickly as possible.”

Dr. Lan Chen, Co-founder and Head of R&D at Chance Pharma, stated: “Symbicort® Turbuhaler® is an excellent inhalation therapy. We are proud to have optimized and improved upon it. Through our comprehensive preclinical, Phase I, and Phase III studies, we aim to build a compelling body of evidence to demonstrate its enhanced clinical value. We look forward to making CXG87 a better treatment option for asthma patients with impaired inspiratory flow, ultimately providing a superior treatment choice for the asthma community worldwide.”

About CXG87

CXG87, an improved therapy of budesonide/formoterol dry powder, is a Class 2.2 new drug independently developed by Chance Pharmaceuticals. Compared to the originator product, Symbicort® Turbuhaler®, CXG87 has the advantage of significantly lower flow rate dependency, making it more user-friendly for patients with impaired inspiratory flow. Furthermore, CXG87 utilizes a simple, easy-to-use and mono-dose inhaler, which is designed to minimize operational errors and ensure more consistent therapeutic performance. The product has now completed patient enrollment for its Phase III clinical trial in China, with a New Drug Application (NDA) expected to be submitted in the first half of 2026.

About Chance Pharmaceuticals

Chance Pharmaceuticals is a clinical-stage biotech company dedicated to the research and development of innovative dry powder inhalation (DPI) therapies. Leveraging two core technology platforms—milling/blending and spray drying—the company has built a diversified product pipeline. Its proprietary spray drying platform enables the transformation of biological macromolecules, low-activity drugs, and deep lung/systemic delivery drugs into highly efficient dry powder inhalation formulations.

The company’s modern manufacturing facility, designed and built in compliance with CDE, FDA, and EMA standards, provides end-to-end capabilities from R&D to commercial production. Founded in 2015 by seasoned industry experts, Chance Pharma is driven by the mission to “harness respiratory delivery technology to deliver clinical value.” Through both internal innovation and strategic partnerships, the company is committed to providing groundbreaking therapies that significantly improve the quality of life for patients worldwide.

For more information, please visit www.chancepharmaceuticals.com

About Huadong Medicine

Huadong Medicine Co., Ltd. (000963.SZ) is a leading integrated pharmaceutical company headquartered in Hangzhou, China. Founded in 1993 and guided by the mission “Science Driven, Patient Centered,” the company organizes its operation into four core business segments: Pharmaceutical Manufacturing, Pharmaceutical Commerce, Medical Aesthetics, and Industrial Microbiology. Huadong Medicine has grown to become a large, listed pharmaceutical company that integrates R&D, manufacturing, and commercialization. In 2024, the company reported revenue of RMB 41.9 billion and employs over 10,000 people, possessing extensive commercial coverage and marketing capabilities.

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Hangzhou Chance Pharma
Guobao Zhao
Zhaoguobao@chancepharmaceuticals.com
+86 571-8630-9565