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BCG’s Carol Liao Recognized on Fortune Most Powerful Women Asia 2025 List

Honored for her leadership in driving innovation & growth

SINGAPORE and HONG KONG, Oct. 9, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Boston Consulting Group (BCG) is proud to announce that Carol Liao, Managing Director and Senior Partner; Chair, Greater China, has been named to the Fortune Most Powerful Women Asia 2025 list. The recognition honors 100 outstanding women leaders who are shaping the future of business, society, and culture across the region.

Carol Liao, Managing Director and Senior Partner; Chair, Greater China, Boston Consulting Group
Carol Liao, Managing Director and Senior Partner; Chair, Greater China, Boston Consulting Group

In its third year, Fortune’s Most Powerful Women in Asia celebrates diversity – from the region’s most powerful boardrooms to the arenas of culture, sport, and public life, with women leaders setting Asia’s agenda and shaping its future. This year’s honorees include 28 women in global or regional roles at Fortune Global 500 companies and six who serve as CEO, Chairman and other C-Suite roles at Fortune Southeast Asia 500 firms.

“It is an honor to be recognized among so many inspiring and accomplished women who are leading the way in business and beyond,” said Carol Liao, Managing Director and Senior Partner; Chair, BCG Greater China. “This recognition marks a meaningful milestone in a journey shaped by curiosity, resilience, and a constant drive to grow. Through BCG’s CEO Advisory, I’ve had the privilege of learning from and supporting CEOs as they navigate complexity, which reminds me that true leadership is about empowering others. Standing alongside extraordinary women reinforces my belief in what we can build together — more open dialogue, stronger platforms for collective impact, and greater opportunities for the next generation to lead boldly.”

Commenting on her recognition, Yasushi Sasaki, BCG Asia Pacific Chair, said, “Carol embodies the leadership qualities that define the future of business in Asia: resilience, vision, and an unwavering commitment to people and purpose. Her recognition on Fortune’s Most Powerful Women Asia 2025 list is a testament to her impact on clients, colleagues, and the broader business community.”

Carol, the first woman Chair of BCG Greater China, brings three decades of consulting experience to her role. Under her leadership, BCG Greater China has grown to nearly 1,000 professionals and expanding its portfolio of top-tier clients across industries from digital transformation to climate and sustainability. She also spearheaded BCG’s CEO Advisory Program in Asia-Pacific, a premier platform that has supported over 500 CEOs and CXOs globally in navigating strategic challenges during times of volatility. She frequently speaks at top forums including the World Economic Forum, Boao Forum for Asia, APEC Business Council Forums, and China Development Forum, and serves on the steering committee of Mulan Club, China’s leading network for women business leaders.

To celebrate the MPW Asia 2025 honorees, Fortune will be hosting an award ceremony and leaders’ breakfast at the Fortune Innovation Forum in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, on November 17 – 18.

The full MPW Asia 2025 list is available at Fortune.com/asia

About Boston Consulting Group
Boston Consulting Group partners with leaders in business and society to tackle their most important challenges and capture their greatest opportunities. BCG was the pioneer in business strategy when it was founded in 1963. Today, we work closely with clients to embrace a transformational approach aimed at benefiting all stakeholders—empowering organizations to grow, build sustainable competitive advantage, and drive positive societal impact.

Our diverse, global teams bring deep industry and functional expertise and a range of perspectives that question the status quo and spark change. BCG delivers solutions through leading-edge management consulting, technology and design, and corporate and digital ventures. We work in a uniquely collaborative model across the firm and throughout all levels of the client organization, fueled by the goal of helping our clients thrive and enabling them to make the world a better place.

BCG’s Longstanding Presence in Asia-Pacific
BCG has been a trusted advisor to leading companies in the Asia-Pacific region for over five decades. Its first office opened in Tokyo in 1966, and since then, the organization has rapidly expanded its presence to 27 offices in the region. With a team of experts dedicated to the region, BCG continues to partner with clients to navigate the complex dynamics of global trade and drive transformation across industries.

SEMI Reports Global 300mm Fab Equipment Spending Expected to Total $374 Billion Over Next Three Years

PHOENIX, Oct. 9, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — SEMICON West — Global 300mm fab equipment spending is expected to reach $374 billion from 2026 to 2028, SEMI reported today in its latest 300mm Fab Outlook. This robust investment reflects fab regionalization and surging AI chip demand for data centers and edge devices, while underscoring the growing commitment to semiconductor self-sufficiency across key regions through localized industrial ecosystems and supply chain restructuring.

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300mm_Equipment_Spending

Worldwide 300mm fab equipment spending is expected to surpass $100 billion for the first time in 2025, growing 7% to $107 billion. The report projects investment will increase 9% to $116 billion in 2026, 4% to $120 billion in 2027, and 15% to $138 billion in 2028.

“The semiconductor industry is entering a pivotal era of transformation, driven by unprecedented demand for AI-enabled technologies and a renewed focus on regional self-sufficiency,” said Ajit Manocha, President and CEO of SEMI. “Strategic global investments and collaboration are driving robust, advanced supply chains and faster deployment of next-generation semiconductor manufacturing technologies. The global expansion of 300mm fabs will enable progress in data centers, edge devices, and the digital economy.”

Segment Growth

The Logic & Micro segment is projected to lead equipment expansion with $175 billion in total investments from 2026 to 2028. Foundries are expected to be the primary drivers of this growth, fueled by sub-2nm capacity build-outs. Key enablers include advanced technologies such as gate-all-around (GAA) architecture and backside power delivery, which are essential to enhancing chip performance and power efficiency for increasingly demanding AI workloads. More advanced 1.4nm process technology is expected to enter volume production by 2028-2029. Additionally, AI performance improvements are anticipated to drive massive growth in edge-devices including automotive electronics, IoT applications, and robotics. Beyond advanced processes, demand across all nodes and various electronics devices is expected to surge significantly, fueling mature process equipment investment.

The Memory segment is projected to rank second with $136 billion in spending over the three-year period, marking the beginning of a new growth cycle for the segment. DRAM-related equipment investment is expected to exceed $79 billion from 2026 to 2028, with 3D NAND investment reaching $56 billion over the same period. AI training and inference have driven comprehensive demand increases across various types of memory. AI training requires greater data transmission bandwidth and extremely low latency, significantly boosting high bandwidth memory (HBM) demand. Moreover, model inference generates higher quality and more diverse AI digital content, creating substantial demand for end storage capacity and driving 3D NAND Flash requirements. This robust demand has sustained elevated levels of supply chain investment in memory over the medium to long term, helping to mitigate potential downturns from traditional memory cycle fluctuations.

Analog-related segments’ anticipated investment is projected to exceed $41 billion over the next three years.

Including Compound semiconductors, the power-related segment is expected to invest $27 billion from 2026 to 2028.

Regional Growth

Mainland China is expected to continue to lead in 300mm equipment spending with $94 billion in projected investments from 2026 to 2028, sustained by national self-sufficiency policies.

Korea is projected to rank second in global 300mm equipment spending over the three-year period with $86 billion invested, supporting industries worldwide in generative AI demand.

Taiwan is expected to invest $75 billion in 300mm equipment over the three years, ranking third. Investment will concentrate primarily on 2nm and sub-2nm capacity to maintain dominance in advanced foundry capacity and technology leadership.

The report projects Americas to invest $60 billion from 2026 to 2028, rising to fourth position. U.S. suppliers are expanding advanced process capacity to meet surging AI application demands while catalyzing domestic industrial and investment upgrades to maintain global technology development leadership.

Japan, Europe & Middle East, and Southeast Asia are projected to invest $32 billion, $14 billion, and $12 billion, respectively, over the three-year period. Policy incentives aimed at alleviating critical semiconductor supply concerns are expected to increase equipment investment by more than 60% in these regions by 2028 compared to 2024.

Part of the SEMI Fab Forecast database, the SEMI 300mm Fab Outlook lists 391 facilities and lines globally. The report reflects 173 updates and nine new fabs/lines projects since its last publication in January 2025.

For more information on the report or to subscribe to SEMI market data, visit SEMI Market Data or contact the SEMI Market Intelligence Team (MIT) at mktstats@semi.org.

About SEMI
SEMI® is the global industry association connecting over 3,000 member companies and 1.5 million professionals worldwide across the semiconductor and electronics design and manufacturing supply chain. We accelerate member collaboration on solutions to top industry challenges through Advocacy, Workforce Development, Sustainability, Supply Chain Management and other programs. Our SEMICON® expositions and events, technology communities, standards and market intelligence help advance our members’ business growth and innovations in design, devices, equipment, materials, services and software, enabling smarter, faster, more secure electronics. Visit www.semi.org, contact a regional office, and connect with SEMI on LinkedIn and X to learn more.

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Neopharma Technologies Appoints Singapore Fintech Veteran and Serial Entrepreneur Mr. Joo Seng Wong as Board Advisor to Oversee Institutional Strategy and Global Execution

SINGAPORE, Oct. 9, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Neopharma Technologies Ltd (“Neopharma”), a digital health company pioneering AI-driven Digital Drug and Impairment Testing, today announced the appointment of Mr. Joo Seng Wong to its Advisory Board. Mr. Wong will play a key role in strengthening Neopharma’s institutional strategy, execution frameworks, and global commercialization roadmap as the company advances toward its planned NASDAQ listing.

Institutional Credibility and Strategic Depth

Mr. Wong is one of Singapore’s most accomplished financial and technology leaders. A Fintech Veteran and Serial Entrepreneur, he currently serves as Venture Partner at Vickers Venture Partners, one of Asia’s foremost global venture capital firms, and Venture Partner at True Global Ventures, a leading technology-focused VC.
He is also Chairman of the Singapore International Chamber of Commerce (SICC), Singapore’s oldest chamber of commerce. His deep capital-markets expertise and proven ability to commercialize complex technology platforms will further strengthen Neopharma’s institutional leadership and execution discipline.

Mr. Wong brings over three decades of experience leading and advising institutional-grade enterprises at the intersection of finance, AI, and data infrastructure. As Co-Founder and CEO of Spark Systems, he built one of Asia’s most advanced AI-powered trading platforms. Previously, he co-founded M-DAQ Private Ltd, which achieved a SGD $250 million Series C valuation within six years, and served as Founding CEO of GK Goh Financial Services, transforming it into one of Asia’s largest FX trading houses.
A MENSA Singapore member, Mr. Wong is recognized for strategic execution, risk management, and innovation—qualities critical to scaling Neopharma’s global commercial and regulatory footprint.

Guiding Neopharma’s Institutional Growth

Neopharma’s proprietary NEOVAULT® Platform combines AI, data analytics, and cybersecurity to digitize drug and impairment testing across occupational health, safety, and law-enforcement sectors. The system provides tamper-proof, regulatory-compliant data that enables governments and enterprises to make informed, real-time compliance decisions.

“It is an honour to welcome Mr. Joo Seng Wong to the Neopharma Technologies team,” said Marcus L’Estrange, Executive Chairman of Neopharma Technologies. “Mr. Wong brings exceptional institutional credibility and fintech execution expertise that will help drive our investor engagement, disciplined growth, and global expansion strategy.”

Mr. Wong added: “It is a pleasure to join Neopharma and be part of the team. The wide scope as well as depth of this product makes this one of the key companies to watch, as it will literally force an evolution in this industry.”

About Neopharma Technologies Ltd

Neopharma Technologies Ltd is an Australian-based AI- and cybersecurity-driven digital health company. Its NEOVAULT® Platform secures Digital Drug and Impairment Testing and ensures compliance with ISO 27001, SOC 2 Type II, GDPR, and HIPAA standards. Through partnerships with leading POC manufacturers and system integrators, Neopharma delivers real-time, compliant, and globally scalable diagnostic data solutions.

Contact: Shaun Melville, shaun@neopharmatechnologies.com

Masverse and Lembaga Zakat Selangor Pioneer Blockchain-Based Zakat Distribution through e-Wakalah Proof-of-Concept

KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia, Oct. 9, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — In a landmark collaboration that bridges Islamic finance and emerging technology, Masverse Sdn. Bhd., in cooperation with Lembaga Zakat Selangor (LZS) and under the facilitation of Malaysia Digital Economy Corporation (MDEC), has completed the e-Wakalah Proof-of-Concept (POC). This blockchain-powered platform redefines transparency, efficiency, and accountability in Zakat fund distribution.

Representatives from Lembaga Zakat Selangor (LZS), Malaysia Digital Economy Corporation (MDEC), and Masverse Sdn. Bhd. during the e-Wakalah Blockchain Proof-of-Concept official kickoff session, marking a key milestone in advancing transparent and accountable Zakat fund distribution through blockchain innovation.
Representatives from Lembaga Zakat Selangor (LZS), Malaysia Digital Economy Corporation (MDEC), and Masverse Sdn. Bhd. during the e-Wakalah Blockchain Proof-of-Concept official kickoff session, marking a key milestone in advancing transparent and accountable Zakat fund distribution through blockchain innovation.

The initiative, officially commissioned through a Letter of Engagement dated 7 May 2024, followed a rigorous selection process where Masverse was shortlisted from several technology companies that submitted proposals to participate in this pioneering effort. All the firms were first briefed during an industry engagement session organised by the Malaysia Digital Economy Corporation (MDEC) in collaboration with Lembaga Zakat Selangor (LZS).

This selection marked the beginning of a historic milestone — one of Malaysia’s first blockchain-based pilots for Islamic social finance. The project was completed with full data sign-off by Lembaga Zakat Selangor in December 2024, confirming the POC’s validated outcomes and its demonstrated potential to transform the way Zakat is managed and distributed.

Transforming Faith-Based Giving through Technology

The e-Wakalah model digitises the traditional wakalah process, ensuring Zakat funds are distributed securely and verifiably via MasChain, Masverse’s public-permissioned blockchain. Through this innovation, each transaction is immutable, traceable, and auditable — allowing LZS to monitor every fund transfer from Wakalah (appointed representative) to Asnaf (eligible recipient) in real time.

During the POC, all the Asnaf successfully withdrew their Zakat funds directly to their bank accounts, with every transaction recorded on-chain. All the participating Wakalah reported positive feedback on the system’s usability and transparency, while Asnaf beneficiaries praised the digital process for its speed and convenience. The fastest withdrawal from onboarding to receipt of funds was completed in under seven minutes.

This milestone directly addresses long-standing issues, such as manual reporting, limited traceability, and potential fraud risks, replacing them with digital audit trails, automated validation, and data integrity at every stage.

A Global Benchmark for Islamic Fintech

The success of e-Wakalah is more than just a technological proof — it is a testament to possibility. It demonstrates that Islamic social finance can evolve through innovation without compromising its core principles of trust (amanah), justice (‘adl), and transparency (shafafiyyah). The e-Wakalah platform also introduces the concept of purpose-bound money (PBM), ensuring that every tokenised Zakat money issued is digitally programmed for its designated recipient and use case. This mechanism safeguards the sanctity of Zakat funds by preventing misuse, guaranteeing that allocations reach the right Asnaf categories in a fully verifiable manner.

Through blockchain technology, the distribution of Zakat now carries a digital signature of trust, ensuring that every ringgit reaches its rightful beneficiary. This model can be replicated globally across Waqf, Sadaqah, and other Islamic philanthropic systems.

“This initiative is a milestone in harmonising syariah-compliant finance with cutting-edge innovation,” said Mr Chew Kian Kok, Chief Executive Officer at Masverse. “With e-Wakalah, we’ve shown that technology can preserve the sanctity of Islamic giving while ensuring every transaction is transparent, accountable, and efficient.”

Towards a Scalable, Inclusive Future

Backed by MDEC’s Blockchain Pilot Programme, the e-Wakalah POC was developed and delivered between May and December 2024, encompassing prototype development, system testing, pilot distribution, and final data analysis.

The system integrates blockchain-based smart contracts, digital wallets, and e-KYC verification for Asnaf — providing a secure end-to-end process for fund management. Feedback from the pilot has also guided proposed enhancements, including automated withdrawals, integration with existing LZS systems, and simplified e-KYC flows for non-tech-savvy users.

A Call to the Islamic Digital Ecosystem

The success of e-Wakalah stands as a call to action for Islamic institutions, fintech vendors, and government bodies to collaborate in building transparent and equitable distribution systems powered by blockchain.

As Masverse continues to advance its MasChain infrastructure and expand e-Wakalah’s capabilities, the platform opens new pathways for global Islamic finance institutions seeking verifiable, scalable, and ethical digital transformation.

“This is Malaysia’s signal to the world,” added Mr Chew Kian Kok. “Islamic finance has always upheld the principles of accountability and trust — and through blockchain, we can now make these values visible. e-Wakalah is not just a project; it’s the beginning of a new era for digital trust and transparency in Islamic social finance.”

About Masverse

Masverse Sdn. Bhd. is a Malaysian blockchain solutions provider developing MasChain, a Layer-1 public-permissioned blockchain designed to power trust-based digital ecosystems. The company develops enterprise solutions for digital identity, supply chain management, ESG tracking, and Islamic finance, including its flagship BlockchainCert.my and e-Wakalah platforms.

About Lembaga Zakat Selangor (LZS)

LZS is the authorised zakat institution for the state of Selangor, Malaysia, responsible for collecting and distributing zakat funds to eligible Asnaf, ensuring equitable and transparent management aligned with Islamic principles.

Fosun International’s S&P Global CSA Score Rises to 72, Retains Industry Lead

HONG KONG, Oct. 9, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — S&P Global recently released the 2025 Corporate Sustainability Assessment (CSA) score results for Fosun International Limited (HKEX stock code: 00656, “Fosun International” or “Fosun”). Fosun International’s S&P Global CSA score has risen to 72 points, significantly outperforming the industry average and maintaining its leading position in the industry.

In the 2024 S&P Global CSA, Fosun International achieved an excellent score of 70, ranking in the top 5% of its global industry peers. This year, Fosun International’s sustained and deepening commitment to sustainability was once again recognized, with its S&P Global CSA score rising to 72 points.

Fosun International demonstrated strong performance across all dimensions of this year’s S&P Global CSA. It scored 75 in the Environmental dimension, 72 in the Social dimension, and 70 in the Governance and Economic dimension, fully reflecting its balanced development in Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) areas. Fosun International achieved outstanding results particularly in various sub-dimensions, including Energy, Water, Waste and Pollutants, Environmental Policy and Management, Business Ethics, Risk and Crisis Management, Customer Relations, and Human Capital Management.

Due to its ongoing commitment to ESG initiatives, Fosun International was once again included in the S&P Global’s Sustainability Yearbook 2025 and was selected as the top 1% in S&P Global’s Sustainability Yearbook 2025 (China Edition).

Fosun International has achieved significant milestones in global ESG ratings. As of now, Fosun International has maintained an MSCI ESG rating of AA. It received an HSI sustainability rating of AA- and has been included in the Hang Seng Corporate Sustainability Benchmark Index for consecutive years. Fosun also retained a leading FTSE Russell ESG score and continued to be selected as a constituent stock of the FTSE4Good Index Series.

Fosun International remains steadfast in its commitment to being a responsible global corporate citizen. It has established a robust ESG governance structure and management system, embedding sustainability principles across all levels of its operations.

In terms of green operations, Fosun International actively responds to China’s carbon peaking and carbon neutrality goals by promoting carbon neutrality and energy conservation and emission reduction. Fosun International has published Climate Information Disclosures Reports for three consecutive years, demonstrating its commitment to global climate action. Fosun International has also established a Carbon Neutrality Committee and Working Group to guide and facilitate the implementation of carbon neutrality management across member companies.

Regarding social contribution, the Rural Doctors Program, launched in 2017, has supported 25,000 rural doctors and benefited 3 million rural families. The initiative, “Rural Doctors Program Empowering Rural Medical Services”, was honored as one of the UNGC’s “20 Cases of Private Sector’s Sustainable Development in China for 20 Years”. Fosun Pharma has consistently contributed the “China Solution” to the fight against malaria in Africa. As at the end of June 2025, its independently developed artesunate for injection had been used to treat more than 84 million patients with severe malaria worldwide. Additionally, Fosun Pharma had cumulatively supplied over 420 million doses of artesunate for injection globally.

Since its establishment, Fosun International has remained committed to its original aspirations of “Self-improvement, Teamwork, Performance, and Contribution to Society”. Looking ahead, while continuing to focus on business operations, Fosun will further strengthen its sustainable development management, actively fulfill corporate social responsibilities, and advance ESG practices. Leveraging the resources and advantages of its global industrial ecosystem, Fosun strives to continuously create a better world.

About the S&P Global Corporate Sustainability Assessment

Launched in 1999, the S&P Global Corporate Sustainability Assessment (CSA) grades enterprises on how they put sustainability into practice, covering 61 different industry-specific ESG standards. Evaluating more than 7,000 companies each year, S&P Global CSA has become a reference tool for enterprises, helping them gauge the financial importance of a company’s sustainability performance from the perspective of investors.

Farizon SV shortlisted for International Van of the Year

  • Expert jurors from 26 countries select Farizon SV for IVOTY shortlist
  • High standards of efficiency and safety are key factors jurors consider
  • Winner to be announced at Solutrans Expo in Lyon, France on 19 November

HANGZHOU, China, Oct. 9, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — The all-new born-electric Farizon SV large van has been shortlisted for the prestigious 2026 International Van of the Year (IVOTY) Award. The news comes ahead of the overall winner being announced at a ceremony to be held at the Solutrans commercial vehicle expo in Lyon, France on 19 November.

An expert panel of jurors from 26 countries have selected the Farizon SV after evaluating numerous new light commercial vehicles (LCVs) that have been introduced to global markets this year. The jurors consider a vehicle’s contribution to high standards of efficiency and safety among other factors when deciding on the final shortlist.

Jarlath Sweeney, Chairman of the International Van of the Year Award, said: “We’re in a very interesting period in our sector, with new players coming into the marketplace, with fresh thinking, creating new segments, and offering new solutions, all with emission free technologies. These new brands are most welcome, and to have them in the contest alongside household names in the trade, makes our job when voting even more difficult.”

Cook Xue, CEO at Farizon Auto International Company, said: “We set out four years ago to develop and build the world’s best van, and being shortlisted for the IVOTY award is testament to the hundreds of engineers and manufacturing colleagues that produce the Farizon SV. In conjunction with distribution partners around the world, we have successfully launched across Europe, the Gulf region and Asia Pacific through 2025, and to cap off the year with the IVOTY award would be very gratifying. We’re excited to hear the result in November.”

The Farizon SV 

The Farizon SV features a host of advanced innovations, including drive-by-wire technology, a unique hidden B-pillar design, and cell-to-pack battery packaging, which combine to deliver market-leading cargo capacity. With a payload of up to 1,465 kg, load space up to 13 m3, and an ultra-low loading height of just 550 mm, the SV sets a new benchmark for capability and versatility in the global medium / large van sector.

A single highly-specified trim level includes several premium features as standard, including a unique payload monitoring system, heated seats, heated multifunction steering wheel, heated windscreen, and a 360-degree surround view, depending on market. A comprehensive suite of ADAS safety systems is also included. The SV has earned the highest five-star safety rating from Euro NCAP.   

The model line-up includes the option of a 49 kWh, 67 kWh or an 83 kWh battery, or a 66 kWh or 106 kWh battery, depending on market. Depending on the model, peak power is rated at 200 kW (272 PS) and maximum torque at 343 Nm. The SV delivers a WLTP range of up to 551 km (342 miles) on the WLTP city cycle, and up to 398 km (247 miles) on the WLTP combined cycle. A 20 to 80 per cent top-up charge can be completed in as little as 36 minutes.  

About Farizon

Farizon New Energy Commercial Vehicle Group is the commercial business division of Geely Holding Group. With the support of Geely Holding Group’s Central Research Institute, Farizon New Energy Commercial Vehicle Group has founded China’s largest new energy commercial vehicle research institute. It is responsible for the R&D of a new generation of green and intelligent commercial vehicle products based on passenger vehicle technology. Farizon has become China’s first commercial vehicle brand to offer a full range of new energy product. Farizon is committed to becoming a comprehensive intelligent and green transportation technology service provider.

Farizon has doubled its Chinese market share for three consecutive years, with a product market share exceeding 20%, continuously consolidating its leading position in the new energy commercial vehicle industry. In 2024, Farizon has reached the milestone of 300,000 unit sales, becoming the first new energy commercial vehicle brand ever to achieve this goal.

For more information regarding Zhejiang Geely Farizon New Energy Commercial Vehicle Group please refer to the official website at https://global.geelycv.com/ 

Getac’s S510AD Blends Outstanding AI-Powered Performance with Sustainable Manufacturing in a Versatile Rugged Form Factor

New device harnesses the power of AMD’s RyzenTM AI processing technology to simplify complex on-device tasks and bolster productivity in demanding field and industrial environments

News in brief:

  • The new S510AD joins the B360 Plus, F120 and next generation UX10 in Getac’s rapidly growing lineup of Copilot+ PCs.
  • Powered by AMD Ryzen™ AI technology, the S510AD delivers strong on-device AI performance, supporting faster insights and reducing reliance on cloud connectivity where applications allow.
  • The S510AD is ideally suited to professionals working in industries including automotive, manufacturing, utilities, field services, public safety and defence.

TAIPEI, Oct. 9, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Getac Technology Corporation (Getac), a leading provider of rugged computing and mobile video solutions and a manufacturer with advanced in-house capabilities, today announced the launch of its new S510AD laptop, a powerful rugged PC built around AMD RyzenTM AI processing technology, for professionals who need advanced edge-AI performance in demanding field and industrial environments.

Getac’s S510AD Blends Outstanding AI-Powered Performance with Sustainable Manufacturing in a Versatile Rugged Form Factor_INTL
Getac’s S510AD Blends Outstanding AI-Powered Performance with Sustainable Manufacturing in a Versatile Rugged Form Factor_INTL

Powerful Copilot+ PC functionality

The new S510AD laptop is the latest Getac device to meet Microsoft’s stringent Copilot+ PC requirements[1], joining the recently launched B360 Plus laptop, F120 tablet and next generation UX10 tablet in Getac’s rapidly growing lineup. Powered by AMD RyzenTM AI 5 340 / 7 350 processors, AMD RadeonTM 800M graphics, and an AMD XDNA 2 NPU, the S510AD delivers up to 50 NPU TOPS of on-device AI performance, for seamless multitasking and high-quality visuals directly at the point of work. The S510AD also comes with up to 64GB DDR5 memory and 2TB of PCIe NVMe SSD storage, while Windows Hello face authentication as standard maintains robust data security.

The result is a highly versatile rugged solution that’s ideally suited to industries such as automotive, utilities, field services, public safety and defence, where access to real-time diagnostics, intelligent automation, and secure offline processing enables professionals to make faster decisions and achieve greater operational efficiency.

Purpose built for complex field operations

The S510AD is purpose built to boost productivity in challenging field situations and scenarios. Its spacious 15.6″ Full HD screen with 1,000 nits of brightness and sunlight readable display makes performing complex field tasks quick and easy in a wide range of weather conditions. A large touchpad and optional multitouch screen ensure smooth operation, even when wearing gloves or working in rain and snow, while an optional dual hot-swappable battery configuration helps minimise downtime on long shifts. The S510AD also boasts an extensive list of connectivity and data transfer options including Wi-Fi 7 and Bluetooth 5.4 as standard, with options such as 4G-LTE, 5G Sub-6, Dual SIM, and dedicated GPS also available if required.

Redefining ruggedness with sustainability

The Getac S510AD is certified to MIL-STD-810H and IP53 standards and is resilient to drops from up to 3ft (0.9m). It also boasts an operating temperature range of -29°C to 63°C (-20°F to 145°F) for dependable performance in unpredictable field environments.

It is also the latest Getac device to incorporate SORPLAS in its chassis; an environmentally conscious plastic developed by Sony Semiconductor Solutions (SSS) that offers up to 99% recycled material utilisation. With over 45% of its chassis made from post-consumer recycled (PCR) materials, the S510AD helps reduce energy use, carbon emissions, and e-waste across the supply chain, all without compromising on durability.

Delivering robust, AI-driven intelligence for critical frontline operations

From busy workshops and factory floors to remote field environments, the S510AD empowers professionals to stay productive and make confident decisions in real-world conditions:

  • Automotive: Mechanics and engineers can run advanced diagnostics and stream multiple camera views simultaneously, helping them identify issues faster and return vehicles to service without delay.
  • Manufacturing: Operators can use on-device AI for predictive maintenance and automated quality checks, reducing unexpected downtime and ensuring consistent product standards on the factory floor.
  • Utilities: Crews inspecting power lines or pipelines in remote areas can stay connected and productive with hot-swappable batteries, rugged connectivity, and reliable performance in changeable weather.
  • Field Services: Technicians working outdoors can transfer data quickly and easily using an extensive array of connectivity options, while powerful AI support speeds up task completion.
  • Public Safety: First responders gain real-time situational awareness through video and data analysis in the field, with built-in security features protecting sensitive information at every step.
  • Defence: Troops in mission-critical scenarios can depend on secure offline AI analysis, sunlight-readable mapping and video feeds, while hot-swappable batteries facilitate continuous operations even without network access.

“The launch of the S510AD represents another important step in expanding our AI-Rugged portfolio,” says James Hwang, President of Getac Technology Corporation. “Built on AMD’s latest AI processing technology, it addresses customer demand for platform diversity while maintaining the rugged reliability and sustainability they expect from Getac, helping organisations accelerate AI adoption in the field.”

S510AD will be available in November.

For more information, please visit www.getac.com

[1] To qualify as a Copilot+ PC, a device must include an NPU (Neural Processor Unit) capable of 40+ TOPS (Trillion Operations Per Second), have a minimum of 16GB of RAM and 256GB of SSD storage, and support at least one form of biometric security authentication.

About Getac

Getac Technology Corporation is a global leader in AI-capable rugged mobile technology and intelligent video solutions, including laptops, tablets, software, body-worn cameras, in-car video systems, digital evidence management and enterprise video analytics solutions. Getac’s solutions and services are designed to enable extraordinary experiences for frontline workers in challenging environments. Today, Getac serves customers in over 100 countries spanning defence, public safety, ambulance, fire & rescue, utilities, automotive, natural resources, manufacturing, transport, and logistics. Getac was recently recognized as one of Newsweek’s “World’s Most Trustworthy Companies” for 2024. For more information, visit: https://www.getac.com. Participate in the Getac Industry blog or follow the company on LinkedIn and YouTube

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Cohen & Steers Teams with DBS Bank to Provide Access to Cohen & Steers Diversified Real Assets Fund

SINGAPORE, Oct. 9, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Cohen & Steers, Inc. (NYSE: CNS) announced it is teaming with DBS to provide access to the Cohen & Steers Diversified Real Assets Fund.

The Diversified Real Assets Fund is designed to deliver attractive total return while maximizing real returns during inflationary environments. The strategy invests across four core real asset categories – global real estate, global natural resources, global listed infrastructure, and commodities – providing investors with broad diversification within the Real Assets category and inflation protection.

Through this collaboration, DBS clients will gain access to Cohen & Steers’ decades of expertise in actively managing real assets, supported by a dedicated team of investment professionals with a track record of navigating multiple market cycles.

Hou Wey Fook, Chief Investment Officer, DBS Bank, said: “In a polarising world marked by rising volatility and geopolitical uncertainties, alternatives and real assets play an integral role in portfolios. As developed markets governments embark on twin easing – both monetary and fiscal – inflation is poised to rise in the years ahead, translating to rising demand for real assets as an inflation hedge. We look forward to partnering with Cohen & Steers to provide our clients with a differentiated real assets strategy for portfolio resilience.”

Sean Wong, Head of Product Management, Managed Solutions, DBS Bank, said: “Amidst today’s uncertain macro and interest rate environment, real assets as an asset class is increasingly important in investors’ portfolios, providing inflation protection and diversification benefits from traditional equity-bond portfolios. We believe the Cohen & Steers Diversified Real Assets Fund – with actively managed allocations across the real assets spectrum, complemented with bottom-up security selection – provide DBS clients with additional capabilities to further strengthen their portfolios.”

Vince Childers, Head of Real Assets and Portfolio Manager, said:
“Our research shows that combining global real estate, global natural resources, global listed infrastructure and commodities creates a more balanced real assets strategy. We look forward to teaming with DBS to manage risk, mitigate the impact of inflation, and deliver more consistent performance across market conditions.”

This announcement underscores the shared commitment of Cohen & Steers and DBS to provide innovative investment solutions that are designed to address the evolving needs of investors in Asia. By broadening access to diversified real assets, the initiative aims to support clients in building resilient portfolios that seek to mitigate inflationary pressures and market volatility.

David Conway, Head of International Wholesale Distribution, said:
“It is a privilege to establish a relationship with one of the most respected private banks in the region and support DBS through a new Singapore office. We are excited about the opportunity to support DBS and look forward to building a strong and successful collaboration together.”

For more information about the Cohen & Steers Diversified Real Assets Fund, please contact your DBS relationship manager or visit www.cohenandsteers.com/funds/diversified-real-assets-fund/.

About Cohen & Steers. Cohen & Steers is a leading global investment manager specializing in real assets and alternative income, including listed and private real estate, preferred securities, infrastructure, resource equities, commodities, as well as multi-strategy solutions. Founded in 1986, the firm is headquartered in New York City, with offices in London, Dublin, Hong Kong, Tokyo and Singapore.

This is a marketing communication. Please refer to the prospectus of the Cohen & Steers SICAV and to the relevant KIID/KID before making any final investment decisions. These documents are available free of charge on the Cohen & Steers website.

About Cohen & Steers SICAV Funds. The Funds are sub-funds of Cohen & Steers SICAV, a Luxembourg-domiciled undertaking for collective investment in transferrable securities (UCITS). Shares of the Funds are only offered pursuant to the current prospectus and the sales of shares of the Funds may be restricted in certain jurisdictions. In particular, shares may not be offered or sold, directly or indirectly in the United States or to U.S. persons, as more fully described in the Funds’ prospectus. Please see the prospectus for additional information including important risk considerations, potential loss of capital, and details about fees and expenses. Past performance is no guarantee of future results.

Potential Risks: Investment risk including possible loss of entire amount invested. Risks of falling property values, declining rents, lack of liquidity and diversification and sensitivity to general economic factors. Commodity-linked derivative instruments may be affected by changes in overall market movements, commodity index volatility, changes in interest rates, or factors affecting a particular industry or commodity. Natural resource securities may be affected by events occurring in nature, inflationary pressures and international politics. Global infrastructure securities may be subject to adverse regulatory impact regarding service rates, operational or other mishaps, tariffs and tax laws, policies and accounting standards.

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