HONG KONG, Oct. 27, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — HOW2WORK today announced the global launch of the HOW2WORK Collectible Trading Cards (CTC): The Monsters Series 3. The new series introduces fresh The Monsters sketches and paintings by the artist Kasing Lung, including his LABUBU character — which sold over USD 1.8 billion in revenue in 2024 and ignited this year’s worldwide craze for collectibles.

An official collectible card series launched by HOW2WORK, CTC features creations of various artists and designers. The series encapsulates their artistic essence in the form of trading cards, offering a unique way to experience creativity and share art in a collectible format.

The first two series of HOW2WORK CTC were released in 2022 and 2024, featuring The Monsters universe created by Kasing Lung. His whimsical yet distinctive characters have attracted attention worldwide, driving strong demand for both the limited-edition CTC and the art toys included in CTC Series 1.

As the franchise enters a new chapter, SAKA SAKA, a distributor experienced in trading card games, has become the international distributor of HOW2WORK CTC: The Monsters Series 3. Leveraging its international network, SAKA SAKA will make the series available to collectors worldwide for the first time, bringing HOW2WORK CTC to global audiences.

HOW2WORK CTC: The Monsters Series 3 represents a step forward in design and production quality, featuring a chrome card finish for enhanced durability and visual appeal. The collection includes over 140 unique artworks with different rarity levels: 42 Normal, 42 Rare, 42 Parallel Rare, and 18 Secret Rare (SR/UR). Selected editions also feature autographed cards signed by Kasing Lung, providing collectors with special pieces of lasting value.

With its upgraded craftsmanship, international distribution, and proven track record, HOW2WORK CTC: The Monsters Series 3 is poised to become one of the most anticipated global collectible card releases of 2025.

SYDNEY, Oct. 27, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — GoodWe has unveiled its ESA Series, a powerful all-in-one solar and battery solution designed for residential homes and small businesses across Australia. Compact, intelligent, and incredibly safe, the ESA offers plug-and-play convenience with whole-home backup built straight in.

Built for safety and simplicity

Safety sits at the heart of the ESA’s design. Featuring six layers of battery protection, AI-driven AFCI 3.0 (Arc Fault Circuit Interruption), and a fully sealed IP66-rated enclosure, the ESA delivers peace of mind for households and installers alike.

Its fanless cooling system keeps operational noise below 30 decibels, making it ideal for indoor or outdoor installation. Together, these protections position the ESA as one of the safest and quietest energy storage systems in its class.

“Australians are looking for energy solutions that are powerful yet simple,” said Dean Williamson, Country Manager for GoodWe Australia. “The ESA takes the guesswork out of solar and battery pairing while providing full home backup right out of the box.”

Full home backup, no extra hardware required

Unlike many hybrid systems that rely on additional gateways or accessories, the ESA provides 63 amp full-home backup capability from day one. Acting as a true uninterruptible power supply (UPS), the ESA ensures a seamless switchover during outages to keep lights, fridges, and essential appliances running.

Its integrated inverter supports 2–4 MPPTs (maximum power point trackers) and allows for 200 per cent PV oversizing, giving households the flexibility to make the most of rooftop solar throughout the day.

Modular power for every stage of the journey

The ESA isn’t just built for now, it’s built for what’s next. Available in 3–10 kW inverter options, it can be paired with modular 5 kWh or 8 kWh batteries, which are scalable up to 48 kWh per stack, with a maximum of 6 stacks in parallel.

A 1C charge and discharge rate ensures faster cycling and better solar utilisation. The ability to mix old and new battery modules lets homeowners expand capacity over time without replacing existing units.

Whether you’re running a family home, a home office, or a small business, the ESA adapts to changing needs with ease.

Designed for installers and homeowners alike

The ESA’s integrated architecture dramatically reduces installation time and wiring complexity. With dual output ports and flexible mounting options, it’s a practical solution for both new builds and retrofits.

Installers benefit from GoodWe’s intuitive commissioning app, while end users gain real-time visibility and smart control via the GoodWe SEMS portal and app, making energy management simple and transparent.

Technical highlights

• Inverter output range: 3 kW – 10 kW
• Battery capacity: 5 kWh or 8 kWh per module, up to 48 kWh total per stack with up to 6 stacks in parallel
• Backup output: 63 A full-home backup
• MPPTs: 2–4, up to 26 A short-circuit input current
• Charge/discharge rate: 1C
• PV oversizing: Up to 200 per cent
• Noise level: < 30 dB
• Protection rating: IP66
• Safety features: Six-layer protection, AI AFCI 3.0, LFP chemistry

Empowering Australia’s clean energy transition

As electricity prices climb and reliability becomes a household concern, GoodWe’s ESA provides a complete, scalable path toward energy independence. Its combination of safety, flexibility, and full-backup capability makes it a standout in Australia’s fast-growing battery market.

“This is what the future of home energy looks like: simple, safe, and smart,” Williamson added. “The ESA gives Australians the confidence to take control of their power.”

The Clean Energy Council-approved ESA is eligible for the Cheaper Home Batteries Program.

Read more about the GoodWe ESA: https://www.goodwe.com.au/esa-3-10kw

About GoodWe:
GoodWe is a world-leading PV inverter and energy storage systems manufacturer listed on the Shanghai Stock Exchange (Stock Code: 688390). The company has more than 6000 employees located in 30 different countries and a team of over 1000 engineers working at its R&D centres to continuously optimise and advance energy storage technology.

With credentials, awards and ratings from IHS Markit and Wood Mackenzie, GoodWe has also been awarded the silver medal in Sustainability by EcoVadis, and most recently as a Tier 1 manufacturer by BloombergNEF. In Australia, GoodWe has achieved top inverter and battery manufacturer awards for consecutive years by Sunwiz, and in 2025 has been recognised as the top inverter manufacturer for <100kW. Having achieved over seven consecutive TÜV Rheinland "All Quality Matters'' awards and consistently being ranked at the top in terms of overall product quality, GoodWe's comprehensive portfolio of products and solutions for residential, commercial, and utility-scale PV systems is guaranteed to deliver high performance and reliable quality across the board. For more information, please visit www.goodwe.com.au

From 27 November to 3 December 2025, the week-long celebration features discovery trails, a sustainable weekend market, live performances, and wellbeing, nature, and family activities – with ticket proceeds donated and matched by Banyan Group.

SINGAPORE, Oct. 27, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Banyan Group (“Banyan Tree Holdings Limited” or the “Group” – SGX: B58), an independent global hospitality company, proudly announces the inaugural Rainforest Festival, a week-long celebration marking the Grand Opening of Mandai Rainforest Resort by Banyan Tree, the Group’s 100th resort worldwide. Owned by Mandai Wildlife Group, the resort marks Banyan Group’s debut in Singapore and is a key addition to the Mandai Wildlife Reserve, the city-state’s wildlife and nature destination.

Running from 27 November to 3 December 2025, the Rainforest Festival is the grand finale of 100 Journeys – a hundred days of global activations across Banyan Group’s portfolio leading up to this landmark opening. All festival ticket proceeds will be donated and matched dollar-for-dollar by Banyan Group in support of the President’s Challenge, which benefits 60 programmes across 52 local charities and social service organisations, with a further dollar-for-dollar match from the Government under the SG60 Matching Grants.

“The Rainforest Festival is our way of giving back as we mark our 100th milestone and a symbolic homecoming to Singapore. It also celebrates more than a decade of partnership and shared vision with Mandai Wildlife Group in bringing our flagship resort to life,” said Eddy See, CEO, Banyan Group. “The festival embodies our belief that travel can be a force for good – connecting people with nature, culture, and community. We are proud to support the President’s Challenge during SG60, honouring a nation that shares our commitment to a more caring and sustainable future.”

A Celebration of Sustainable Design, Discovery, and Shared Purpose

The Rainforest Festival invites visitors to discover how sustainable design, biodiversity, and wellbeing come together as Banyan Group celebrates its journey to 100 resorts and hotels across 20 countries and 12 brands.

At the heart of the experience is the Discovery Trail – a self-guided exploration of the resort’s architecture and living design, revealing how it harmonises with the rainforest through elevated structures, tree preservation, and circular resource systems. Along the way, guests can enjoy birdwatching, nature walks, and life-sized interactive installations that reimagine familiar childhood games, with opportunities to win exclusive resort stay experiences and gifts from Banyan Tree Essentials.

Anchoring the trail is The Wishing Tree, a living artwork that blossoms with every contribution. As visitors add words of hope and intention to its growing canopy of leaves, the installation becomes a collective expression of renewal, connection, and community. The Discovery Trail also features the Banyan Gallery Showcase – a curated collection of diversified crafts from around the world. Celebrating artisans Banyan Gallery has collaborated with across cultures and continents, each piece tells a story of heritage, technique, and a shared journey in bringing meaningful design to life, where craftsmanship, creativity, and cultural connection converge through art.

Festival go-ers can also unwind with complimentary refreshments and tastings that celebrate local craftsmanship, responsible sourcing, and circular creativity. Highlights include Gryphon Tea‘s signature blend created exclusively for the resort, Owa Coffee‘s wildlife-friendly brews from Java grown under forest canopies that protect silvery gibbons, a nostalgic ice cream bread sandwich from the classic Singaporean Ice Cream Cart, and chocolate bark crafted using upcycled botanicals from Tanglin Gin‘s Rainforest Gin Experience. Selected partners will also retail their signature products, with additional food and beverages available for purchase.

Experiential Weekend Market and Live Performances

Over the weekend, the resort’s ballroom will transform into an experiential marketplace with Into the Rainforest by GREEN-HOUSE HangOut – a pocket-sized edition of Singapore’s largest sustainable lifestyle event. Featuring a curation of ten homegrown brands presenting sustainable creations and hosting rainforest-inspired DIY experiences, the showcase invites visitors to immerse themselves in a sensory journey through the six senses of the rainforest – colour, touch, taste, smell, sight, and life.

Adding to the weekend buzz, the Festival Stage will come alive with performances celebrating Singapore’s vibrant music and arts scene, embodying a shared spirit of creativity and community. Saturday’s line-up features talented young musicians from Wolfgang Violin Studio, singer-songwriter Joie Tan, beloved music duo Jack & Rai, award-winning vocal band MICappella, and Heart Songs, an immersive vibrational medicine song circle led by wellbeing practitioner Gabrielle Mendoza, while Beans&Beats adds to the lively atmosphere on Sunday afternoon. 

Exclusive Wellbeing, Nature & Family Activities for Ticket Holders

Throughout the week, festival ticket holders can look forward to a series of exclusive add-on

wellbeing, nature and family activities to enrich their festival journey. Sessions are complimentary for ticket holders, with limited slots released progressively for advance booking over email over the coming weeks.

At the award-winning Banyan Tree Spa, guests can learn to handcraft body scrubs and sleep sachets infused with natural ingredients and aromatic essential oils. They can also join leading yoga and wellbeing practitioners for sessions designed for all ages and abilities, presented in collaboration with Manduka, with exclusive gifts for participants.

The highlight, 100 Sun Salutations, celebrates Banyan Group’s 100-property milestone through a collective, rhythmic flow that honours energy, vitality, and renewal – a symbolic journey of endurance, unity, and gratitude. Other sessions include Restorative Yoga & Sound Healing and Yoga Therapy & Mobility with Gabrielle Mendoza, focusing on releasing tension and restoring balance; Yoga Duo with Roxanne Gan and Ashle Tan, a playful partner practice that deepens trust and connection; and Kids Yoga with Roxanne Gan, introducing children to movement and mindfulness.

Guests may also sign up for guided nature walks, stepping into the heart of the rainforest to discover the stories of native trees – how they protect the soil, nurture wildlife, and sustain the living lungs of the Earth. For younger guests aged 4 to 11, the Rangers’ Club offers hands-on workshops such as Shrink Safari and Critter Chat & Doodle, introducing children to Singapore’s native wildlife through play, art, and storytelling.

Step into the Wild at the Mandai Wildlife Reserve

Complementing the festival week programme is a curated line-up of paid experiences at the Mandai Wildlife Reserve, including Mandai Rainforest Resort by Banyan Tree. 20 per cent of these proceeds will also be donated by Mandai Wildlife Group and the resort to the President’s Challenge.

At the Mandai Wildlife Reserve, festivalgoers can look forward to a host of immersive nature-inspired experiences, with details to be announced soon. These include special offers to the precinct’s wildlife parks – Rainforest Wild Asia and Bird Paradise, with more to come. Paid experiences include guided park tours, the much-loved Backstage Pass tours with behind-the-scenes access to meet iconic animal residents such as the penguins, and ZooSchool, which offers children’s programmes that blend outdoor adventure with engaging survival skill-building activities.

At the resort, paid experiences include Animal Diversity and World of Birds workshops led by local ecologist Ms Luan Keng, a Rooftop Golden Hour High Tea Escape, and a Rainforest Mixology Showcase by Vertigo Bar at Banyan Tree Kuala Lumpur. In an exclusive four-hands culinary collaboration, Chef Alex Siah from the resort will also join forces with Chef Tipaporn Phianthong (Tipa), Head Chef of Banyan Tree’s award-winning Thai restaurant concept Saffron, to present a gastronomic Thai and Peranakan Culinary Journey Buffet experience. All in-house guests and those who have booked paid experiences will also receive free admission tickets to the festival.

A Festival That Gives Back

The Rainforest Festival runs from 27 November to 3 December 2025 (10am to 6pm daily) at Mandai Rainforest Resort by Banyan Tree. General Admission tickets are S$10 on weekdays and S$15 on weekends; with free entry for children under four with an accompanying adult.

All festival ticket holders will also enjoy exclusive discounts at retail outlets across the precinct and on à la carte treatments at the Banyan Tree Spa.

For more information about the Rainforest Festival programme, updates and ticketing information, visit banyantree.com/rainforest-festival

For high-resolution images, please download here.

For event overview and programme highlights, refer to 
Rainforest Festival Fact Sheet in Annex.

ABOUT THE RAINFOREST FESTIVAL:

From 27 November to 3 December 2025, celebrate the Grand Opening of Mandai Rainforest Resort by Banyan Tree and Banyan Group’s 100th resort milestone and homecoming at the inaugural Rainforest Festival. All festival ticket proceeds will be donated to the President’s Challenge and matched dollar-for-dollar by Banyan Group.

Explore discovery trails with life-sized interactives, artisanal craft showcases, and refreshing treats in nature, alongside a daily line-up of wellbeing sessions, nature walks, creative workshops, family activities, and yoga and movement classes for all ages. Over the weekend, the GREEN-HOUSE HangOut – a pocket-sized edition of Singapore’s largest sustainable lifestyle event – brings together ten homegrown sustainable brands and live performances on Saturday by Wolfgang Violin Studio, Joie Tan, Jack & Rai, MICappella, and Heart Songs by Gabrielle Mendoza, while Beans & Beats takes over the festival stage on Sunday.

Owned by Mandai Wildlife Group, Mandai Rainforest Resort by Banyan Tree is Banyan Group’s 100th resort and homecoming debut in Singapore, and a key addition to the Mandai Wildlife Reserve, the city-state’s wildlife and nature destination. Nestled within Mandai Wildlife Reserve, the resort is the first-ever located in a world-class nature and wildlife destination within a capital city – where travellers can immerse themselves in the wonders of biodiversity right on their doorstep.

ABOUT BANYAN GROUP

Banyan Group (“Banyan Tree Holdings Limited” or the “Group” – SGX: B58) is an independent, global hospitality company with purpose. The Group prides itself on its pioneering spirit, design-led experiences and commitment to responsible stewardship. Its extensive portfolio spans over 90 hotels and resorts, more than 140 spas and galleries, and 20 plus branded residences in over 20 countries. Comprising 12 global brands, including the flagship brand Banyan Tree, each distinct yet united under the experiential membership programme withBanyan. The founding ethos of “Embracing the Environment, Empowering People” is embodied through the Banyan Global Foundation and Banyan Academy. Banyan Group is committed to remaining the leading advocate of sustainable travel, with a focus on regenerative tourism and innovative programmes that elevate the guest experience.

ANNEX: RAINFOREST FESTIVAL FACT SHEET

EVENT OVERVIEW

• Dates: Thursday, 27 November to Wednesday, 3 December 2025
• Hours: 10am to 6pm daily
• Venue: Mandai Rainforest Resort by Banyan Tree, 60 Mandai Lake Rd, Singapore 729979
• Tickets: S$10 weekdays, S$15 weekends. Admission is free for children under four with an accompanying adult, in-house guests and participants of paid resort experiences.
• Beneficiary: President’s Challenge. Proceeds from festival admission tickets will be donated and matched 1:1 by Banyan Group and the Government under the SG60 Matching Grants.
• Festival Website: banyantree.com/rainforest-festival

DAILY HIGHLIGHTS

• Explore the resort and discover how sustainable design, biodiversity, and wellbeing come together through discovery and nature trails, artisanal showcases, and life-sized interactive installations inspired by childhood games.
• Enjoy complimentary refreshments and tastings celebrating local craftsmanship, responsible sourcing, and circular creativity.
• Access complimentary add-on wellbeing, nature and family activities, to be released for advance booking progressively on a first-come, first-served basis via email.

WEEKEND HIGHLIGHTS

• Experience GREEN-HOUSE HangOut, a pocket-sized edition of Singapore’s largest sustainable lifestyle event, featuring ten homegrown brands offering eco-conscious creations and rainforest-inspired DIY workshops.
• Catch exclusive performances featuring sets from Singapore’s most beloved voices and rising stars at the Festival Stage:
• Saturday, 29 November 2025: Wolfgang Violin Studio (11am), Joie Tan (1pm), Jack & Rai (2.30pm), Heart Songs by Gabrielle Mendoza (4.15pm), and MICappella (5.30pm)
• Sunday, 30 November 2025: Beans&Beats (12pm – 4pm)

ADMISSION TICKETS

• General Admission Ticket – Weekday (S$10/pax) includes access to the festival and same-day complimentary add-on activities on a first-come, first-served basis. Activity sessions will be released progressively to ticket holders via email.
• General Admission Ticket – Weekend (S$15/pax) includes access to the festival, GREEN-HOUSE HangOut, Festival Stage entertainment, and same-day complimentary add-on activities on a first-come, first-served basis. Activity sessions will be released progressively to ticket holders via email.
• Guests participating in paid ecology or culinary experiences at Mandai Rainforest Resort by Banyan Tree during the festival week will receive free admission tickets to the festival.
• Admission to the festival is free for children under four with an accompanying adult, in-house guests and participants of paid resort experiences.

BEIJING, Oct. 27, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Envision Energy, a global leader in green technology, announced the full rollout of its Gen 8 Scalable Platform at its Tech Day in Beijing. Following the debut of the 8 MWh solution at Intersolar earlier this year, the company is now introducing the complete portfolio of modular configurations, designed to meet a wide spectrum of utility-scale renewable integration, high-performance, and decarbonization project requirements worldwide.

The Gen 8 Scalable Platform builds on the skid-based modular design of Generation 6, which provides unmatched on-site flexibility and minimizes balance-of-plant (BoP) work, while further advancing the energy density improvements introduced with Generation 7’s 5 MWh container through the adoption of the new 750+ Ah cell. By combining high energy density with a lighter, logistics-friendly 10-foot modular unit, GEN 8 delivers greater adaptability across diverse project sites without compromising efficiency in transport, installation, or operation. Its design supports 6 MWh, 8 MWh, 10 MWh, 12 MWh (and larger) configurations per unit, allowing customers to choose the optimal balance of footprint and duration to suit land availability, project economics, and performance requirements.

Modular Flexibility with Advanced Safety & High Performance

Envision’s 10-foot modular design delivers exceptional adaptability for projects of all sizes, supporting more than four-hour applications with ease. Each unit weighs under 29 tons, enabling smooth, road-ready transport even in regions with strict bridge or axle weight limits.

The lighter modular design offers customers greater flexibility. Clients can opt for lower-tonnage transport vehicles and cranes, improving equipment accessibility, reduces overall project costs, and minimizing land requirements for on-site turning radius and lifting operations. Alternatively, higher-tonnage cranes can be employed to install multiple energy storage units without relocating the crane, shortening overall project installation and ad commissioning time by up to 30%.

A prevention-first fire safety strategy provides multi-layer protection – from cell to system level – in compliance with the industry’s most stringent standards. It also achieves a 12% reduction in auxiliary power consumption. Optimized SoC algorithms and continuous dynamic balancing keep the system operating at maximum usable capacity, with precise estimation of the battery’s operational status.

Lower LCOE with Intelligent Optimization for Higher Returns

Each modular unit is built on a high-capacity platform with 750+ Ah cells, delivering greater energy density, a 26% smaller footprint for typical 4-hour systems, and  12% lower auxiliary power consumption, cutting overall project costs and extending service life. These efficiencies translate into stronger economics, including an estimated 1% IRR uplift for a 100 MW / 4-hour project compared with a 5 MWh baseline.

Built on Envision’s EnOS intelligent OT–IT ecosystem, the SCADA, EMS, and Hybrid PPC solutions deliver an integrated, end-to-end control architecture that enables complex real-time management, predictive maintenance, and revenue optimization. Cloud-enabled fleet management leverages machine learning to enhance performance and extend system lifetime, ensuring every project achieves maximum financial returns. Advanced analytics provide early detection of thermal and electrical anomalies to safeguard assets, while predictive maintenance and adaptive system learning reduce downtime and maintenance costs. Accurate SoC/SoE forecasting and optimized dispatch further maximize revenue and overall project profitability.

Advanced PCS with Environmental Durability

Envision Energy is unveiling its second 10 MVA configuration, featuring four parallel-coupled 2.5 MW PCS units. This modular PCS design enhances system availability and resilience, while delivering a lower noise profile than single larger-machine counterparts, a critical advantage in noise-sensitive environments. Engineered for the toughest conditions, the system operates reliably from -30°C to +55°C and meets IP55 and C5 anti-corrosion standards to withstand salt, humidity, and harsh outdoor environments. Low-noise technology (≤55 dB(A)) with optimized aerodynamics and control algorithms minimizes airflow resistance and fan noise, making it ideal for sound-sensitive sites.

“Gen 8 Scalable Platform reflect our continuous commitment to delivering storage systems that combine technical excellence with practical adaptability,” said Kevin Huang, Senior Vice President and President of Energy Storage Product Line at Envision Energy, “Rather than a single product, this series offers a complete family of solutions, giving our customers the flexibility to design projects that meet their specific needs while maintaining the highest levels of reliability and performance. By combining cutting-edge storage technology, scalable manufacturing, and deep system integration expertise, the Gen 8 Scalable Platform not only supports a cleaner, smarter, and more resilient energy future but also reinforces our dedication to accelerating the global transition to renewable energy.”

SEOUL, South Korea, Oct. 27, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Health-tech company MINISH Technology Inc. announced on the 27th that 22 dentists completed its 15th MINISH Course, the first session held for local practitioners in the United States.

The three-day course was held from October 24 to 26 at the VITA North America training center in Orange County, California, as an officially recognized Continuing Education (CE) program for dental professionals in the United States. Although tuition fees were nearly 50% higher than comparable local programs, the course sold out quickly, demonstrating strong interest among participants.

The MINISH Course covers both the philosophy and theory behind MINISH Veneers, the company’s proprietary tooth restoration solution, along with a comprehensive hands-on curriculum that includes tooth preparation, scanning, bonding, occlusion, and placement. Launched in 2022, the program aims to train dentists in MINISH Veneers–based treatments, known as MINISH Doctors, and to expand the global network of MINISH Providers. As of October 2025, a total of 342 dentists have completed the course across 15 courses.

This course marked the first time that the MINISH Course was conducted outside Korea. While MINISH Veneers had previously hosted clinical seminars in Tokyo and Beverly Hills, this was the first comprehensive training program held overseas that included hands-on practical sessions. In Japan, many local dentists have preferred to attend the course in Korea, where they can participate in training, tour MINISH facilities, and engage with existing MINISH Providers. As a result, three in-person courses for international dentists were held in Korea in November 2023, April 2024, and September 2024.

Graduates of the program can apply to become MINISH Providers after completing clinical proficiency and qualification assessments, as well as an on-site facility evaluation. As of October 2025, there are a total of 75 MINISH Providers worldwide, including 43 in Korea, 29 in Japan, one in the United States, one in Canada, and one in Vietnam.

The MINISH Course for international dentists is held four times a year, with two in Japan and two in the United States.

A representative from MINISH Technology stated, “Hosting our first training program in the United States, the world’s largest healthcare market, marks a significant milestone in our global expansion. With our presence now extending beyond Asia and into North America, we are establishing a strong foundation to grow as a truly global health-tech company.”