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Baidu Announces Upcoming Inclusion of Its Class A Ordinary Shares in the Shanghai-Hong Kong Stock Connect Program

BEIJING, Sept. 4, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Baidu, Inc. (“Baidu” or the “Company”) (Nasdaq: BIDU; HKEX: 9888 (HKD Counter) and 89888 (RMB Counter)), a leading AI company with strong Internet foundation, today announced that the Company’s Class A ordinary shares traded on The Stock Exchange of Hong Kong Limited (the “Hong Kong Stock Exchange”) will be included in the Shanghai-Hong Kong Stock Connect program, effective September 7, 2026.

The inclusion is pursuant to the Notice of the Adjustment of the Eligible Stocks in Hong Kong Stock Connect under the Shanghai-Hong Kong Stock Connect issued by the Shanghai Stock Exchange on September 4, 2026.

Following the inclusion, eligible investors in the Chinese Mainland will have direct access to the trading of Baidu’s Class A ordinary shares through the Shanghai-Hong Kong Stock Connect. The inclusion marks an important step toward expanding the Company’s reach among Chinese Mainland investors and is expected to further diversify its investor base and enhance the liquidity of its shares.

Baidu appreciates the continued support of its shareholders and investors and remains committed to driving sustainable growth and creating long-term value for shareholders.

About the Shanghai-Hong Kong Stock Connect

The Shanghai-Hong Kong Stock Connect established a two-way trading link between the Shanghai Stock Exchange and the Hong Kong Stock Exchange. The stock connect allows qualified Chinese Mainland investors to access eligible Hong Kong shares (Southbound) as well as Hong Kong and overseas investors to trade eligible A-shares (Northbound), subject to a certain amount of daily quota.

About Baidu

Founded in 2000, Baidu’s mission is to make the complicated world simpler through technology. Baidu is a leading AI company with strong Internet foundation, trading on Nasdaq under “BIDU” and HKEX under “9888”. One Baidu ADS represents eight Class A ordinary shares.

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Dare to go further: Baseus Brings New Charging, Audio and Security Innovations to IFA 2026

BERLIN, Sept. 4, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Baseus, a user-centric consumer technology brand, showcased a new lineup of charging, audio, and smart-security innovations at IFA 2026. Headlining the showcase are the Dark Cherry Collection, the Baseus MC2 NC open-ear clip-on earbuds, and the PrimeSentinel U2 Pro Outdoor 3K Dual Camera—reflecting the brand’s continued evolution from everyday accessories to a broader ecosystem of technology designed around how people power, experience, and protect their daily lives.


A New Take on Clip-On Listening

In audio, Baseus showcased the MC2 NC Clip-on ANC Earbuds, expanding its open-ear audio portfolio with a new smart ANC feature designed in clip-on form. Created for commutes, workdays, and active routines, MC2 NC offers a lighter, less restrictive alternative to conventional in-ear earbuds—bringing a more focused listening experience to the open-ear category.

Rather than seeking to replicate the fully isolated listening experience of traditional TWS ANC earbuds, MC2 NC is designed to reduce the everyday distractions that conventional non-ANC open-ear wearables leave unaddressed. Its Air Ear Wing creates a natural acoustic seal that works with dual adaptive ANC to support more focused listening, while a dual air chamber system delivers a secure yet gentle fit through long workdays, commutes, and workouts. The MC2 NC Clip-on Earbuds will officially launch in October 2026.

Charging, Styled for Apple Users

Inspired by the latest iPhone colorway, the Baseus Dark Cherry Collection brings a coordinated new look to an Apple-friendly charging ecosystem. Designed to move naturally between the desk, commute, and travel, the collection combines high-performance power with a more cohesive everyday carry.

At its center is the PicoGo Pro AH22 Digital Display Fast Charger 3C 100W, one of the smallest 100W three-port chargers on the market. In a compact form, AH22 supports multi-device charging while offering three intelligent charging modes for different everyday needs. Its customizable smart display adds a more intuitive way to view and personalize the charging experience.

For iPhone users on the move, the ultra-slim 10,000mAh PicoGo AM52 delivers fast Qi2.2 magnetic charging for longer days away from an outlet, while the ultra-light 5,000mAh PicoGo Air offers effortless backup power in a pocket-ready form. Completing the collection are the Dark Cherry USB-C Cable and the new Dark Cherry Inspire XC1.

The Dark Cherry Collection is now available from September 4, 2026. More information can be found on the Baseus website and the official Baseus Amazon Store.

For global travelers, Baseus also showcased the PicoGo Mix AT51 Universal 3-in-1 Charge Power Bank. Integrating a 10,000mAh power bank, 67W fast charging, universal travel adapters, and built-in dual cables, AT51 supports US / JP / UK / EU standards for seamless worldwide use. It brings Baseus’ promise of “Safe Fast Charging, All You Need in One” to business trips, study abroad, and life across borders. Stay tuned.

Smarter Tracking, Brighter Protection

Baseus will also expand its smart-security lineup with the PrimeSentinel U2 Pro Outdoor 3K Dual Camera, designed to bring more precise, more proactive protection to larger outdoor spaces. At its core is the world’s first target-focused deterrence spotlight, a strong, focused, motorized beam that locks onto a flagged intruder and tracks their movement in real time, even as they sprint, turning passive monitoring and illumination into active deterrence.

Alongside this, a fixed 3K wide-angle lens and a 3K PTZ camera work together for 360° coverage, backed by dual PIR sensing and AI recognition that identifies people, faces, vehicles, and pets. This enables meaningful alerts powered by cloud-based AI analysis through a subscription. Built for around-the-clock outdoor use, the camera combines IP65 weather resistance, solar-assisted long-lasting battery power, local storage, and two-way audio in one dependable security solution. U2 Pro will be available from October 2026, further strengthening Baseus’ smart-security presence with protection that is intelligent, dependable, and easy to live with.

Through its IFA 2026 lineup, Baseus brings its user-first approach to the technologies people rely on every day: power that travels well, audio that feels natural to wear, and security designed for real-world spaces. Discover the complete lineup at Hall 4.2, Booth 145, IFA Berlin.

HoneyNaps Develops Next-Generation Wireless PSG system Using Four Skin Patches

  • Patch-based wireless sensors and AI-powered analysis combine to improve patient comfort and clinical efficiency in polysomnography
  • New platform reduces more than 24 wired sensors to four compact patches, with potential applications in hospitals, home sleep testing and remote monitoring

BOSTON, Sept. 4, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — HoneyNaps, specializing in AI-powered sleep medical devices, has developed a next-generation wireless polysomnography system that combines patch-based skin sensors with artificial intelligence-driven analysis.

HoneyNaps’ Wireless PSG system
HoneyNaps’ Wireless PSG system

Polysomnography (PSG) is the standard diagnostic test for sleep disorders such as sleep apnea. Conventional PSG, however, generally requires patients to spend a night at a hospital while connected to more than 24 wired sensors placed across the face, chest, abdomen and legs. The complex setup and restricted movement can cause considerable discomfort. Sleeping in an unfamiliar clinical environment may also affect patients’ usual sleep patterns, potentially making it more difficult to capture representative data.

To overcome these limitations, HoneyNaps redesigned the conventional PSG measurement architecture. Its Wireless PSG system consists of four compact skin patches: a Head Sensor, Chest Sensor, Body Sensor and Leg Sensor. Together, they consolidate the functions previously performed by numerous wired sensors into a single wearable platform.

Once the patches are attached, the system can capture the primary physiological signals required for polysomnography without cables. These include electroencephalography (EEG), electrooculography (EOG), electrocardiography (ECG), electromyography (EMG), respiratory airflow, blood oxygen saturation (SpO₂), body position and physical activity.

The system’s capabilities extend beyond wireless connectivity. HoneyNaps incorporated a six-layer flexible printed circuit board design, an integrated analog-to-digital converter and sensor architecture, wireless noise-reduction technology and electrostatic discharge protection to maintain medical-grade signal quality during extended monitoring. A low-power design is intended to reduce the burden on patients while supporting potential use in both hospitals and future home-based polysomnography settings.

Data collected through the wireless skin sensors are integrated with SOMNUM, HoneyNaps’ AI-powered sleep analysis software. The software automatically analyzes key sleep indicators, including sleep stages, sleep apnea events, arousals and periodic limb movements during sleep. By automating parts of the traditionally labor-intensive scoring and interpretation process, the platform is designed to help medical professionals review sleep studies more efficiently. It also incorporates edge-computing technology to process large volumes of physiological data in real time and support integration with healthcare institutions’ centralized management systems.

The Wireless PSG platform builds on HoneyNaps’ accumulated research and development in sleep sensing and AI analysis. The company has developed technologies including SOMNUM Scanning, a contactless sleep-sensing pad; single-channel EEG technology; AI-based sleep diagnostic software; and a digital therapeutic for insomnia. By integrating these technologies into a patch-based wireless medical device, HoneyNaps aims to establish a platform that can expand beyond hospital-based sleep studies into home sleep testing, remote monitoring and broader digital healthcare services.

“By bringing patch-based wireless skin sensors and AI-powered analysis together in a single platform, our Wireless PSG system improves both patient convenience and diagnostic efficiency for medical professionals, while laying the foundation for HoneyNaps to expand its presence in the global sleep diagnostics market,” said Sean Ha (Taekyoung Ha), President of HoneyNaps USA.

For further information, please contact:
HoneyNaps USA, Inc.
Christine Kwon / Managing Director
Email: sleep@honeynaps.com
Address: 14th Floor, One Broadway, Cambridge, MA 02142, USA
Website: www.honeynaps.com

ECOVACS Launches WINBOT W2S PRO OMNI, the Latest Addition to the World’s #1 Robotic Window Cleaner Line

The latest WINBOT combines upgraded edge-to-edge scrubbing, cordless cleaning, intelligent navigation and comprehensive safety for a more effortless way to keep windows clean

SAN FRANCISCO, Sept. 4, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — ECOVACS Robotics today launched the WINBOT W2S PRO OMNI robotic window cleaner and WINBOT W2S PRO, the latest additions to the WINBOT family, following their global debut at IFA 2026 in Berlin. Showcasing ECOVACS’ latest advancements in robotic window cleaning, the new WINBOT models bring the company’s “Created for Ease” philosophy to a new generation of smarter, more effortless window cleaning. The WINBOT W2S PRO OMNI combines precise edge-to-edge scrubbing, cordless cleaning, intelligent navigation and comprehensive safety features to transform a once-tiring chore into a more hands-free, worry-free experience.

Window cleaning can be a time-consuming and potentially hazardous household task, particularly for large, hard-to-reach and exterior windows. The WINBOT W2S PRO OMNI is designed to take the work out of the chore, delivering powerful cleaning across glass surfaces while helping users clean more windows with fewer interruptions.

WINBOT W2S PRO OMNI
WINBOT W2S PRO OMNI

Precision at Every Corner, High Performance from Edge to Edge

The WINBOT W2S PRO OMNI features upgraded TruEdge 2.0 Technology, combining precise frame sensing with an optimized four-corner scrubbing system for more complete edge-to-edge cleaning coverage. Four active corner scrubbers use high-density felt bristles to target dirt along window borders and corners, while continuous frame detection helps the WINBOT maintain stable contact with window frames and edges. Together, the four-way scrubbing system delivers up to a 46% increase in cleaning efficiency compared with the previous generation, covering up to 1 square meter in 90 seconds.

The WINBOT can dynamically adjust its path and brush position as it encounters different window structures, helping minimize jamming and maintain consistent cleaning coverage without manual intervention. For tougher outdoor dirt such as rain stains, dust accumulation and bird droppings, its pressurized dual-side spray technology uses three precision spray nozzles on each side. The upgraded triple-nozzle design expands spray coverage to 90%, helping reduce dead spots while creating a fine, wind-resistant water film that loosens dirt before wiping. Combined with an ultra-fine microfiber wiping pad, the system helps lift away dust, pollen, water spots, fingerprints, smudges and pet marks for a streak-free finish.

For larger cleaning jobs, its 4.1 fl oz water reservoir provides up to 807 sq. ft. of coverage per fill, allowing users to clean more windows without repeatedly stopping to refill.

Multi-Purpose OMNI Station Redefines Convenience

The OMNI Station combines control, charging, power and storage in one portable base, making the WINBOT easy to set up, operate and transport. Its integrated 5200mAh battery provides up to 110 minutes of cordless cleaning, allowing users to clean in locations where power outlets may be difficult to access, such as balconies and bathrooms. The station can also connect directly to AC power for longer cleaning sessions.

A high-strength 2-in-1 compound cable combines power delivery and safety tethering in a single line and automatically retracts into the OMNI Station after cleaning, helping keep the setup organized and tangle-free. When the job is done, the WINBOT and its accessories can be stored inside the OMNI Station, while its soft rubber handle makes the station easy to carry.

Intelligently Adapts to Every Scenario

Powered by WIN-SLAM 4.0 Technology, the WINBOT W2S PRO OMNI can adapt its path planning across a wide range of window layouts, including expansive floor-to-ceiling windows, frameless partitions and vanity mirrors. Its multi-sensor detection system continuously monitors window frames and obstacles, allowing the WINBOT to calculate a bypass strategy when it encounters obstacles such as window handles or locks and continue cleaning.

Through the ECOVACS mobile app, voice control or shortcut buttons on the OMNI Station, users can choose from eight cleaning modes to suit different cleaning needs and scenarios. At just 66dB, the WINBOT W2S PRO OMNI is the quietest model in the WINBOT family to date. Its four-layer noise reduction system combines Dual-Wing Air Ducts, vibration control, acoustic padding and sound insulation to help deliver quieter operation.

Designed for Safety and Peace of Mind

The WINBOT W2S PRO OMNI features a 12-tier protection system combining hardware and software safeguards for a secure and reliable cleaning experience. Key protections include 10,000Pa suction power, automatic air pressure compensation, a floating wiping pad plate, anti-drop protection and power-off protection. The automatic air pressure compensation system detects air leaks in as little as 0.007 seconds and compensates to help maintain consistent suction.

If power is interrupted or the battery level becomes low, power-off protection keeps the WINBOT attached to the window for more than 30 minutes, providing additional time for users to respond.

For additional peace of mind, users can also enjoy insurance protection in the unlikely event of damage caused by a loss of suction.

Pricing and Availability

The ECOVACS WINBOT W2S PRO OMNI is now available at a limited-time launch price of $499.99, a $100 discount off its $599.99 MSRP, through September 14, 2026. The WINBOT W2S PRO is available at a limited-time launch price of $339.99, a $60 discount off its $399.99 MSRP, through September 7, 2026. Both are available through the official ECOVACS store on Amazon.

About ECOVACS ROBOTICS:

ECOVACS. Created for ease. Founded in 1998, ECOVACS ROBOTICS builds indoor and outdoor home robots that take routine chores off people’s hands, guided by the mission Robotics for All and the corporate philosophy, Never Follow. Always Define. Cited as the No. 1 Brand in Global Home Robotics by Forbes China in 2026, ECOVACS is trusted by 38M homes across the globe. It holds 2,500 patents across a product line spanning robotic cleaners from vacuum and mops, window cleaners, lawn mowers, and pool cleaners. It sells its products in 180 countries and has earned consistent industry recognition for design and performance.

Source: “IDC Worldwide Home Cleaning Robot Market Tracker” showed ECOVACS WINBOT was the #1 Robotic Window Cleaner globally in terms of shipment volume in the first three quarters of 2025.

Acepodia Announces FDA Clearance of IND Application for ACE723, a Novel Dual-Payload Antibody-Drug Conjugate

FDA clearance enables initiation of a Phase 1 clinical trial and advances the first AD2C-generated candidate into clinical development

ALAMEDA, Calif. and TAIPEI, Sept. 4, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Acepodia (6976: TT), a clinical-stage biotechnology company developing next-generation cell therapies and antibody-drug conjugates, today announced that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has cleared the Company’s Investigational New Drug (IND) application for ACE723, a GPC3-targeted dual-payload antibody-drug conjugate (ADC) developed using Acepodia’s proprietary Antibody-Dual-Drugs Conjugation (AD2C) platform for the treatment of unresectable or metastatic hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC). The clearance enables Acepodia to advance ACE723 into Phase 1 clinical development.

“The FDA clearance of ACE723 marks an important milestone for our AD2C platform and brings our first AD2C-generated candidate into clinical development,” said Sonny Hsiao, Ph.D., Chief Executive Officer and Chairman of Acepodia. “ACE723 is designed to deliver two cytotoxic payloads to GPC3-expressing tumor cells, with the goal of addressing tumor heterogeneity and potential resistance to single-payload therapies. We look forward to evaluating its safety, pharmacokinetics and preliminary anti-tumor activity in patients with unresectable or metastatic HCC.”

ACE723 is an investigational GPC3-targeted dual-payload ADC developed through Acepodia’s proprietary AD2C platform, which integrates expertise in antibody engineering, medicinal chemistry and tumor biology. GPC3 is a tumor-associated antigen frequently expressed in HCC, providing a potential target for selective delivery of cytotoxic payloads to tumor cells.

HCC accounts for more than 70% of liver cancer cases worldwide. Although immunotherapy-based combination regimens have improved first-line treatment for patients with unresectable or metastatic disease, significant unmet medical need remains for patients whose disease progresses or becomes resistant to treatment, underscoring the need for therapies with differentiated mechanisms of action.

The planned Phase 1 study will evaluate the safety, tolerability, dose-limiting toxicities, pharmacokinetics and preliminary anti-tumor activity of ACE723 in patients with unresectable or metastatic HCC. The dose-escalation portion of the study is expected to characterize the safety profile and establish a recommended dose for subsequent clinical development and potential expansion cohorts.

Acepodia also submitted an IND application for ACE723 to China’s National Medical Products Administration (NMPA) in August 2026 as part of the Company’s global development strategy for the program.

About Acepodia

Acepodia (6976: TT) is a clinical-stage biotechnology company developing next-generation therapies for cancer and autoimmune diseases through its proprietary conjugation technology platforms. Leveraging a family of bio-orthogonal click chemistry approaches originating from Nobel Prize laureate Carolyn Bertozzi’s laboratory, Acepodia has built a modular platform designed to combine antibodies with immune cells or therapeutic payloads to create differentiated treatment modalities.

The Company is advancing a pipeline based on its Antibody-Cell Conjugation (ACC) and Antibody-Dual-Drugs Conjugation (AD2C) platforms. These technologies are designed to enable flexible integration across antibodies, immune cells, and payload architectures, with the goal of enhancing targeted therapeutic activity while supporting broad applicability across hematologic malignancies, solid tumors, and autoimmune diseases.

By applying its conjugation technologies across multiple therapeutic modalities, Acepodia aims to develop scalable and differentiated therapies for patients with significant unmet medical needs.

For more information, please visit www.acepodia.com.

Hanin Showcases Consumer Printing Portfolio at IFA Berlin 2026, Led by the Global Debut of the EQ3 Instant Camera

The showcase connects creative imaging with everyday printing across instant cameras, photo printers, label makers and portable A4 printers.

BERLIN, GERMANY– Media OutReach Newswire – 4 September 2026 – The global debut of the EQ3 takes center stage in Hanin’s consumer printing showcase at Booth H20-139 during IFA Berlin 2026.

Hanin

For many instant-camera users, the ideal experience sits between two worlds: the emotional pull of a large physical print and the control to shape an image before it leaves the camera. The EQ3 brings those ideas together in a square-format hybrid instant camera designed for users seeking larger instant prints.

The EQ3 draws on more than two decades of Hanin’s experience in printing technology. Today, more than 400 R&D professionals support a growing portfolio of products serving users across more than 100 countries and regions.

Edit In Camera. Print Only What Is Worth Keeping.

The EQ3 offers customizable filters, image adjustment and in-camera collage creation. Users can refine images before printing, helping reduce wasted prints without sacrificing spontaneity.

Its larger square format suits portraits and everyday scenes, while dye-sublimation printing produces durable photos. A removable battery makes replacement easier and supports longer use.

“The moment can be spontaneous; the print should be intentional,”said Shaowei Song, General Manager of Hanin’s Consumer Electronics Division. “EQ3 gives people the freedom to create first, then keep the moments that matter in a larger square format.”

The display also includes the Z1, Z2, M3, M5S, M6 and M6 Pro, spanning ZINK ink-free and dye-sublimation printing. Selected models offer built-in displays, reprinting and Bluetooth connectivity for app-based printing.

From Creative Imaging to Everyday Printing
Beyond instant cameras, the portfolio includes photo printers for smartphone images, label makers for homes and small businesses, and portable A4 printers for documents beyond the desk.

Together, the categories connect creative expression with everyday use and create opportunities for retailers, distributors and technology partners.

Booth: H20-139
Date: September 4-8, 2026

Explore Hanin’s consumer electronics portfolio

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About Hanin

Xiamen Hanin Co., Ltd. develops and manufactures printing equipment for consumer, commercial and industrial applications. Hanin’s thermal printer mechanisms have held the world’s No. 1 market share by sales volume for seven consecutive years.

TAKUMA FUJISAKI, Exclusively Represented by ARTOX GROUP Solo Exhibition “MOLnarrative” Opens at Ginza Tsutaya Books in Tokyo

Celebrating 18 Years of Pipe Cleaner Art Across Art, Fashion and Toy Culture


TOKYO, JAPAN – Media OutReach Newswire – 4 September 2026 – Japanese artist TAKUMA FUJISAKI, exclusively represented by ARTOX GROUP, officially opened his solo exhibition “MOLnarrative“ at GINZA ATRIUM, Ginza Tsutaya Books in Tokyo on August 29, 2026. Running through September 15, the exhibition traces 18 years of Fujisaki‘s artistic exploration of pipe cleaners, while two additional presentations and limited-time pop-ups inside Ginza Tsutaya Books showcase collaborative works, MOGOLS art toys and related merchandise.

TAKUMA FUJISAKI, Exclusively Represented by ARTOX GROUP Solo Exhibition

MOLnarrative: A Visual Narrative Built Across 18 Years

“MOLnarrative” takes Fujisaki’s 18-year creative journey with pipe cleaners as its central timeline, bringing together characters and three-dimensional works created throughout different periods of his career. Each work exists as an independent object, while also functioning as a fragment of the artist’s thoughts, experiences, memories and the cultural atmosphere of the period in which it was created.

By reconstructing these works along a shared timeline, the exhibition presents more than the evolution of pipe cleaner art. It reveals how an artist’s way of observing the world, interpreting culture and developing a visual language can continually evolve through sustained creative practice.

Moving freely between pop culture, toy culture, design and art, Fujisaki has developed a unique sculptural language at the intersection of these fields. “MOLnarrative” is therefore not simply a retrospective. It is a visual narrative about memory, time, creativity and the changing perspective of an artist.

Working across art direction and pipe cleaner art, Fujisaki has spent nearly two decades exploring the expressive potential of this distinctive craft material. Since 2010, he has presented exhibitions and workshops primarily in Tokyo, gradually developing a highly recognizable sculptural language of his own.

In Fujisaki‘s hands, vivid and slightly irregular pipe cleaners are transformed from an everyday craft material into characters, sculptures and an expansive visual universe.

His works often evoke a curious sense of déjà vu. They appear familiar, yet cannot be traced to any particular existing character or object. This balance between familiarity and unfamiliarity is central to the appeal of Fujisaki‘s work.

The vivid colors, playful forms and subtle differences created through handmade production allow his works to exist simultaneously within contemporary art, design and toy culture.

“MOLnarrative” is the visual narrative of one artist, woven through the material of pipe cleaners.

A slightly irregular world created from pipe cleaners, carrying a sense of familiarity and nostalgia.

Within these forms lies a curious sense of déjà vu, creating the feeling that we have seen them somewhere before.

This familiarity, together with the joy generated by vivid colors, is at the heart of the appeal of pipe cleaner art.

The characters and sculptures created through 18 years of working with pipe cleaners are independent objects, but they are also fragments containing the artist‘s thoughts, experiences, memories and the atmosphere of their respective eras.

By reconstructing these works along a timeline, this exhibition aims not only to trace the development of pipe cleaner art, but also to reveal how the artist‘s perspective and way of seeing the world have continued to evolve.

There are no absolute boundaries between pop culture, toy culture, design and art.

Fujisaki moves freely across these fields through his own sculptural language, allowing his works to intersect with the memories and emotions of each viewer and generate new narratives.

From Art to Fashion: Expanding the Possibilities of Fujisaki‘s Practice

TAKUMA FUJISAKI‘s work is not confined to conventional exhibition spaces.

In recent years, his distinctive pipe cleaner-based visual language and highly recognizable creative universe have increasingly attracted attention from brands and creative fields across Japan and overseas.

In August 2026, Fujisaki collaborated with renowned Japanese fashion label COMME des GARÇONS HOMME on “COMME des GARÇONS HOMME × TAKUMA FUJISAKI MOGOLS,” creating collaborative art pieces for the brand‘s 2026 Autumn/Winter collection.

The collaboration features art charms handmade from black pipe cleaners, bringing Fujisaki‘s distinctive sculptural language together with the aesthetic world of COMME des GARÇONS HOMME.

Each piece was made entirely from pipe cleaners and handcrafted by TAKUMA FUJISAKI. The quiet strength of black, combined with the subtle variations inherent in handmade production, gives every piece its own expression and unique presence.

Designed to be attached to bags and garments, the pieces can also be enjoyed as small standalone objects.

The collaboration further demonstrates the versatility of Fujisaki‘s artistic language across different media and contexts.

From gallery exhibitions to fashion products, and from independent artworks to wearable objects, pipe cleaners have become far more than a craft material. They have become a defining medium through which Fujisaki expresses his artistic vision.

MOGOLS: A Distinctive Artistic Universe Born from Pipe Cleaner Art

Through pipe cleaner-based creation, Fujisaki gradually developed his own characters and visual universe, which evolved into the distinctive art IP MOGOLS.

MOGOLS is more than a character design project. It is a visual universe that has emerged through Fujisaki‘s long-term artistic practice.

Beginning with pipe cleaner characters, the MOGOLS world has expanded into three-dimensional artworks, SOFVI art toys, collectibles and cross-disciplinary collaborations.

Within Fujisaki‘s practice, pipe cleaners function as both material and language.

Rather than treating the material solely as a traditional craft medium, he has continuously experimented with its physical qualities and transformed it into a highly recognizable artistic medium.

From material to form, from form to character, and from character to an expanding art IP, Fujisaki continues to explore new connections between artistic expression and contemporary commercial culture.

This approach has brought increasing attention from the fields of art, fashion, design and art toys, positioning Fujisaki as an artist to watch within Japan‘s contemporary art and emerging culture scene.

ARTOX GROUP: Taking TAKUMA FUJISAKI and MOGOLS to the World

TAKUMA FUJISAKI is currently exclusively represented by ARTOX GROUP.

ARTOX GROUP will continue to support Fujisaki and MOGOLS in expanding beyond Japan through exhibitions, brand collaborations, art toys and cultural projects, bringing his distinctive artistic language and creative universe to audiences around the world.

Since 2024, Fujisaki has increasingly expanded his creative activities across Asia and internationally.

For Fujisaki, pipe cleaners are more than a material. They are a visual medium capable of crossing cultural and linguistic boundaries.

From Tokyo, he is taking pipe cleaner art to different parts of the world, inviting audiences to discover the playfulness, warmth and limitless creative possibilities contained within the material.

MOGOLGON Origin DX 26cm to Launch on September 15

Coinciding with “MOLnarrative,” ARTOX GROUP will introduce a new SOFVI art toy from Fujisaki‘s MOGOLS art IP.

MOGOLGON Origin DX 26cm will officially launch on September 15, 2026.

Based on Fujisaki‘s signature MOGOLGON character, the new 26cm edition reinterprets the distinctive form through the medium of SOFVI, bringing a character originally developed within Fujisaki‘s pipe cleaner practice into the world of collectible art toys.

As an important addition to the MOGOLS art IP, MOGOLGON Origin DX 26cm continues Fujisaki‘s distinctive sculptural language while reflecting the evolution of his practice from pipe cleaner art and character creation to collectible art toy production.

The new edition will be available through the official ARTOX GROUP platform (artox.odoo.com) from September 15, 2026.

From a single pipe cleaner to a character, from a character to an entire artistic universe, and now into fashion and art toys, TAKUMA FUJISAKI continues to expand the boundaries of his creative practice.

MOGOLS, meanwhile, is moving from a distinctive Japanese art IP toward an increasingly international stage.

Exhibition Information

TAKUMA FUJISAKI Solo Exhibition “MOLnarrative“
Dates: August 29 – September 15, 2026
Venue: GINZA ATRIUM, Ginza Tsutaya Books
Location: Ginza, Tokyo, Japan

Two additional TAKUMA FUJISAKI presentations and limited-time pop-ups will also be held inside Ginza Tsutaya Books throughout the exhibition period.

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The Homeward Flow of Capital: Vinhomes at the Intersection of Global Wealth and Vietnam’s Opportunity

Large-scale urban developments, integrated ecosystems and transparent pricing platforms address longstanding concerns over information access and product quality.


HANOI, VIETNAM – Media OutReach Newswire – 4 September 2026 – For overseas Vietnamese considering investment in their country of origin, two persistent concerns have traditionally been access to reliable information and confidence in product quality. As large-scale, internationally oriented urban developments continue to take shape across Vietnam, that landscape is evolving. With projects spanning thousands of hectares, living standards refined over nearly two decades, and an integrated ecosystem rarely matched in the market, Vinhomes has emerged as a natural destination for overseas Vietnamese investment.

Vinhomes currently has a land bank of approximately 29,500 hectares.
Vinhomes currently has a land bank of approximately 29,500 hectares.

Global Remittances: A Steady Flow Increasingly Directed Toward Real Estate

Globally, remittances have long ranked among the most stable sources of external finance for developing economies. According to World Bank estimates cited by the U.S. Federal Reserve, global remittance flows reached a record approximately US$818 billion in 2023(1), nearly four times the combined official development assistance (ODA) provided by OECD countries. Increasingly, these funds are moving beyond day-to-day consumption toward long-term asset accumulation, with real estate ranking among the preferred choices of financially established households.

Vietnam offers a particularly clear illustration of this trend. Total remittances to the country reached approximately US$16 billion in 2024(2), keeping Vietnam among the world’s ten largest recipients. Notably, nearly US$8 billion in remittance capital flowed into Vietnam’s real estate market in the first nine months of 2025 alone(3), a strong indication of growing confidence among overseas Vietnamese in the domestic market.

Unlike short-term speculative capital, overseas Vietnamese buyers tend to view property as a means of preserving and building wealth over the long term. This helps explain why large-scale urban developments with coherent master planning, transparent legal frameworks and proven operational capabilities are increasingly prioritized by this demographic.

Recent amendments to Vietnam’s Land Law and Law on Real Estate Business, which took effect in 2024, have further expanded the rights of overseas Vietnamese. Those of Vietnamese origin who retain Vietnamese citizenship enjoy land-related rights and obligations broadly equivalent to those of domestic citizens. Those of Vietnamese origin without Vietnamese citizenship have also gained a more accessible legal pathway to home ownership.

This policy shift addresses a substantial unmet demand. Potential housing demand among overseas Vietnamese in Vietnam has been estimated at more than three million homes, a market whose development was previously constrained in part by procedural barriers and concerns over the transparency of project information.

Vinhomes: A Key Destination for Overseas Vietnamese Investment

If policy reforms have opened the door, Vinhomes has become one of the key addresses through which overseas Vietnamese are choosing to invest.

Over nearly two decades, beginning with developments such as Royal City, Times City and Vinhomes Riverside, Vinhomes has helped introduce and scale a model of integrated urban living in Vietnam, bringing homes, education, healthcare, retail, green mobility and essential services together within a single, connected environment. In doing so, the company has helped raise the benchmark for urban development across the domestic real estate sector.

The scale of that platform is reflected in figures that few developers in Vietnam can match. Vinhomes currently holds a land bank of approximately 29,500 hectares, equivalent to nearly two-thirds of Singapore’s total land area, making it the country’s largest real estate developer by land holdings. The company has brought 32 projects and urban developments into operation, supporting the daily lives of hundreds of thousands of residents across Vietnam.

Its momentum in 2025 further reinforced that leading position. Vinhomes recorded VND205.3 trillion in contracted sales in 2025, up 98% year on year. During the year, four new mega-urban developments were introduced to the market: Vinhomes Wonder City in Hanoi, Vinhomes Golden City in Hai Phong, Vinhomes Green Paradise in Can Gio, Ho Chi Minh City, and Vinhomes Green City in Long An.

The company’s approach to raising living standards has also received recognition beyond Vietnam. At the Dot Property Southeast Asia Awards 2025, Vinhomes was named “Developer of the Year Southeast Asia 2025”, the highest distinction presented by the awards.

It is this combination of scale, brand credibility and transparency that is proving particularly relevant to the global Vietnamese community.

At Vinhomes Royal Island in Vu Yen, Hai Phong, the project attracted nearly 10,000 visitors and close to 2,000 purchase bookings within just over a month of its launch. A significant proportion of these prospective buyers were overseas Vietnamese from Germany, Poland and other European countries.

The project was also among the first Vinhomes developments to publicly list property prices on the Vinhomes Market platform, enabling buyers anywhere in the world to access product information, pricing and sales policies remotely. For overseas Vietnamese, this directly addresses one of the most persistent obstacles to investing from abroad: the difficulty of obtaining comprehensive and reliable information without being physically present in Vietnam.

At Vinhomes Hai Van Bay in Da Nang, a number of overseas Vietnamese families have chosen to acquire two different types of property within the development: one designed to generate rental income while they remain overseas, and another, such as a villa, intended for their eventual return to Vietnam, whether for retirement or long-term residence.

Behind the appeal of individual developments is the broader Vingroup ecosystem, which brings together education through Vinschool and VinUni, healthcare through Vinmec, retail through Vincom Retail, hospitality and entertainment through Vinpearl and VinWonders, and green mobility through VinFast and Green SM.

The significance lies not simply in the number of businesses involved, but in how these services work together. They allow a Vinhomes development to function as a complete living environment, with the convenience, connectivity and service standards increasingly expected of international cities. For overseas Vietnamese who have spent years accustomed to high-quality urban environments abroad, that continuity of experience can be an important consideration — whether the intention is to invest today or plan for a future return to Vietnam.

A Two-Way Connection: When Confidence Becomes a Growth Driver

The convergence of more open policies, substantial remittance flows and a leading urban developer with Vinhomes’ scale is creating a reinforcing cycle.

Greater confidence encourages more overseas Vietnamese capital to enter the domestic property market. At the same time, the scale, credibility and operating track record of large urban developments give investors greater confidence that their capital is being placed in an environment they can understand, access and ultimately return to.

For the global Vietnamese community, property can serve as one of the tangible links between financial participation and a deeper connection with their country of origin. As Vietnam’s cities continue to evolve, the opportunity increasingly moves in both directions: capital can flow back before people do, while the developments they invest in can become the places to which they eventually return.

In that sense, Vinhomes is not simply participating in the flow of capital back to Vietnam. Its urban developments are helping give that flow a more tangible destination, one where investment, quality of life and the prospect of returning to Vietnam increasingly converge.
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1. Federal Reserve — Global Remittances Cycle, February 27, 2025:
2. The Saigon Economic Times — Remittance flows into Vietnam in 2025:
3. Cong Luan — Nearly US$8 billion in remittances flows in as overseas Vietnamese increase domestic real estate investment: