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Brain Navi Begins IPO Counseling with First Securities Inc., Setting the Stage for Global MedTech Expansion

ZHUBEI, April 17, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Brain Navi Biotechnology Co., Ltd. (“Brain Navi“) has officially begun IPO counseling with First Securities Inc., marking a strategic step toward accessing the capital markets and advancing its long-term growth in the surgical robot technology industry.

Dr. Jerry Chen, CEO of Brain Navi, announced the IPO Consulting to enter the capital market.
Dr. Jerry Chen, CEO of Brain Navi, announced the IPO Consulting to enter the capital market.

Founded in 2015 and located in the Hsinchu Biomedical Science Park, Brain Navi concentrates on innovating surgical robots and medical devices. By integrating machine vision, artificial intelligence (AI), and advanced navigation technologies, the company provides high-precision surgical solutions tailored to meet the evolving needs of modern healthcare. Over the years, Brain Navi has established strong partnerships with leading medical institutions worldwide. Its innovations have garnered multiple international patents and regulatory approvals, with global expansion efforts already underway in Europe, Asia, Latin America, and soon in the USA market.

The company’s flagship product, NaoTrac, is a neurosurgical navigation robot that combines AI, robotics, and computer vision to enhance surgical precision and reduce operative time. Brain Navi’s portfolio also includes the KrystoLens, the single-use neuro-endoscope designed to improve safety and efficiency in minimally invasive brain surgery.

Looking ahead, Brain Navi plans to deepen collaborations with top-tier medical centers to refine its intelligent surgical systems. Through this IPO counseling process, the company aims to responsibly accelerate R&D and scale its innovations for broader clinical adoption, reinforcing its position as a next-generation leader in smart medical technology.

First Securities Inc. expressed confidence in Brain Navi’s growth potential. As global interest in surgical robotics continues to rise—especially in neurosurgery, where accuracy is critical—technologies that combine navigation and AI are poised to play a transformative role. The firm will provide continued guidance throughout Brain Navi’s IPO journey, helping bring new investment opportunities to those who share a vision for the future of intelligent healthcare.

Ragnarok: Back to Glory Launches on iOS and Android! Win a Share of $77,777 with BOW!

HONG KONG, April 17, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Gravity Game Vision, the Hong Kong office of Gravity, has announced the official iOS and Android launch of Ragnarok: Back to Glory today! As part of the RO series, Ragnarok: Back to Glory not only inherits the classic spirit of adventure but also revolutionizes gameplay, social interaction, and competitive experiences. From the familiar Prontera bells to the next-gen graphics and seamless orientation switching, players can relive their fondest memories and embark on their own glorious journey.


 


[BOW Maylada X RO: A Match Made in Midgard]

After 3 years, Thai superstar BOW Maylada returns to the Ragnarok series as the face of Ragnarok: Back to Glory! Embracing the Back to Glory theme, BOW not only reprises her Valkyrie look but also stars in a series of innovative promotional videos, evoking waves of nostalgia. Join BOW and reawaken your memories of youth, rediscovering yourself in Ragnarok: Back to Glory!

[Get Ready for $77,777, Preseason Heats Up!]

We know everyone’s fired up for the $77,777 contest! To celebrate the game’s launch—and turn up the heat even more—we’re kicking off the Guild Race Preseason: a special event where adventurers rally their guilds and race to the top of the Glory Rankings. Let the launch celebrations begin!

This preseason features dual rankings. Players can participate and earn points for Blood Moon Kill Ranking and Boss Hunt Ranking. Guild and personal points rankings will be updated every day. The final top 3 guilds and individual players will win amazing rewards, including exclusive titles, appearances, resource packs, and more.

[Launch Celebration: Ignite Your Spirit of Adventure]

This summer, Ragnarok: Back to Glory is giving back with incredible rewards! Autographed Polaroids from our spokesperson, awesome gift cards, and even the OPPO Pad Neo are up for grabs! Download the game now and go to our official fan page to participate. Unlock epic rewards, exclusively for fearless adventurers!

[Free Trade, Limitless Play]

The exclusive market for adventurers is now open! Set up your stall for free, snag amazing deals, and rake in the profits!

[Awaken and Transcend Your Limits]

Shatter your class limitations! The all-new 3rd Change Awakening has arrived, empowering you to challenge brand-new MVPs! Rewrite the limits of your class!

[Crush Monsters, Loot Nonstop]

Countless bosses respawning at lightning speed! Unleash dazzling skills with a single tap and obliterate the screen! Team up for intense dungeon raids and relive the classic RO thrill! Start your adventure now!

[Stunning Costumes, Dazzle the Server]

Brand-new limited-edition costumes have arrived! Become the server’s most striking adventurer, and embark on a glorious adventure!

Ragnarok: Back to Glory is now officially live! To mark the occasion, we’ve prepared a lineup of launch events and extra rewards. For all the latest news and surprises, keep an eye on our official fan page and upcoming announcements.

iOS & Android Download Links: https://rogsea.onelink.me/Zylg/rognews03 

Official Fan Page: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61572308579770

 

Wuhan: Home to Wildlife

WUHAN, China, April 17, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — A report from Changjiang Daily: Ever wondered what makes a city a “Wetland City”? On April 9, the video “Wuhan: Home to Wildlife” released, Wuhan’s nature inhabitants share their stories and answers.

 

Wetland

Finless Porpoise gracefully navigates the Yangtze River Bridge, witnessing the river’s bustling marathons and cross-river swimming event.

Dogs turn East Lake into their playground, trotting alongside morning joggers, observing swimmers during “Jumping into East Lake” event, and frolicking under cherry blossoms.

Baer’s Pochard, a migratory visitor, finds solace in Fuhe, Chenhu, and Zhangdu Lakes, turning them into seasonal havens.

In Wuhan, lose yourself in the rhythm of life—where every wetland holds a story waiting to be discovered. This video unveils the secrets of these ecological treasures! 

 

Three Calendars, One Celebration: Luang Prabang Enters New Year with Sacred Prabang Buddha Procession

Sacred Prabang Buddha. Luang Prabang, 17 April. (Photo: Oulayvanh Sisounonth)

This morning, Luang Prabang awoke to the sounds of drums, chanting monks, and crowds of locals and visitors dressed in their finest traditional Lao clothing.

It’s 17 April, and one of the most revered moments of Pi Mai—the Lao New Year—is taking place: the sacred procession of the Prabang, the Buddha image for which Luang Prabang is named.

Monks and city leaders carried the statue from its shrine in the Ho Prabang, located within the former Royal Palace grounds, to Wat Mai Temple, where it will remain for three days.

During this time, people from across the country will come to pour water over the statue, a ritual known as song nam phra, to show respect and ask for blessings for the year ahead.

Sacred Prabang Buddha. Luang Prabang, 17 April. (Photo: Oulayvanh Sisounonth)

The Prabang, cast from a sacred mix of bronze, silver, and gold, stands 83 centimeters tall and weighs 43 kilograms. The Buddha is shown in the Abhayamudra, or “Dispelling Fear,” posture—hands raised, palms forward, offering peace and protection.

Though legend traces the statue’s origin to Sri Lanka, scholars believe it was made in the Khmer Empire.

Chronicles tell of its arrival in the Lao kingdom of Lan Xang in the 1350s, carried from Angkor in a grand procession led by the Khmer princess Keo Keng Nya, who had married King Fa Ngum.

The statue’s journey wasn’t smooth. Though it was meant for Xieng Thong (now Luang Prabang), it remained for a time in Vientiane, believed to be too heavy to carry further. 

It was finally brought north in 1502 by King Visoun and placed first in Vat Manorom, then in Vat Visoun, built especially for it.

Over the centuries, the Prabang was moved, captured, and returned—including two periods of exile in Bangkok—before it was finally reinstalled in Laos in 1867. 

It has been housed in the Ho Prabang shrine since 2013, but is brought out only once a year, for Pi Mai.

Local men preceding the Prabang statue in the annual sacred procession from the Ho Prabang shrine to Wat Mai in Luang Prabang on 17 April. (Photo: Oulayvanh Sisounonth)

Why 2025 Is Also 2568 and 1387

While much of the world celebrates the new year on 1 January, Lao New Year follows a different system—one that’s based on more than one calendar.

Pi Mai usually takes place from 14-16 April, but its meaning runs deeper than just those three days. It marks a spiritual transition from the old year to the new, observed with cleansing rituals, ceremonies, and celebrations across the country.

This year, the internationally used Gregorian calendar calls it 2025. But Laos observes two distinct calendars: the Chula Sakkharat and the Buddhist Era (B.E.) calendar, each marking the New Year on different dates and based on different astronomical principles.

The Chula Sakkharat calendar begins from the year 638 CE. This is a solar calendar that determines the New Year when the Sun enters Aries, typically around 16 April. This date marks the beginning of the solar year and is based on the Earth’s orbit around the Sun.

Historically, this calendar was also used in Thailand until it was replaced by the Buddhist Era calendar in 1889. By that count, this year is 1387.

In contrast, the Buddhist Era calendar is a lunisolar system that incorporates both lunar cycles and the solar year. The New Year in this calendar falls on the full moon day in May, aligning with the Visakha month. This date commemorates significant events in the life of the Buddha, including his birth, enlightenment, and death.

The Buddhist calendar conventionally begins in 543 BC, which is believed to be the year the Buddha passed away. According to this system, 2025 is the year 2568.

Depending on which calendar is being used, the Lao New Year in 2025 can be called either the year 1387 (Chula Sakkharat) or 2568 (Buddhist calendar).

Happy Pi Mai Lao 2568—or 1387!

Explore Premier Automotive Innovations with Taiwantrade at Taipei AMPA 2025

TAIPEI, April 17, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Taiwantrade.com, Taiwan’s leading B2B e-commerce platform, is bringing a dynamic exhibition to Taipei AMPA 2025, running from April 23 to 26 at TaiNEX 1. Stop by booth N1214 (4th Floor) for a firsthand look at expertly crafted automotive components from top Taiwanese suppliers, including Comeup—one of the two leading winch brands in the U.S.—DMG and its Plastic Fairing Kit, and Great Auto’s off-road Vehicle Control Arm.

The experience goes beyond product showcases. Try your luck at the “Lucky Taiwantrade” slot machine for exclusive rewards, and enjoy premium Taiwanese tea and traditional egg pancakes while exploring new sourcing opportunities.

With a network of over 70,000 suppliers and 660,000 products, Taiwantrade opens doors to high-quality, reliable manufacturing across multiple industries. For those who can’t attend in person, the Autoparts Online Pavilion (https://autopavilion.taiwantrade.com) features more than 35,000 automotive-related products from over 2,000 Taiwanese suppliers—ready for seamless browsing and procurement anytime, anywhere.

Taiwantrade invites global buyers and industry professionals to connect, discover, and source with confidence—both at Taipei AMPA 2025 and online. Taiwan’s reputation for innovation and quality in automotive manufacturing speaks for itself.

Dyna.Ai Unveils Agentic AI Suite – The World’s First Multi-Language, Multi-Channel, Multi-Modal AI Agent Platform for Enterprise

SINGAPORE, April 17, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Dyna.Ai today announces the global launch of Agentic AI Suite, an enterprise-grade AI platform purpose-built for intelligent, collaborative agents that communicate across multi-language, multi-channel, and multi-modality. Designed to enhance automation, cross-agent collaboration, and localization, the platform ushers in a new era of AI-native business transformation. 

“Agentic AI Suite reflects our long-term vision of democratizing enterprise AI through accessible, multilingual, and agentic technologies,” said Tomas Skoumal, Chairman and Co-founder of Dyna.Ai. “We believe the next wave of digital transformation will be driven by AI agents that can work together—across systems, departments, and borders—to enable smarter operations and more inclusive growth.”

All-in-One Platform for the Next Generation of Enterprise AI

The Agentic AI Suite combines a versatile agent development framework, a multi-agent orchestration engine, and a robust enterprise application layer, all optimized for high-performance, secure, and scalable deployment.

At the core of the platform is Agent Studio, a low-code development environment that enables businesses to create, train, and deploy AI agents with ease. It is model-agnostic, supporting a variety of leading models—including Dyna LLM, open-source models, and commercial LLMs—allowing for flexible and scalable agent development. Key features of Agent Studio include:

  • Multi-Agent Collaboration: Agents can share memory, context, and intent to complete complex tasks as a cohesive team.
  • Multi-Modal Interaction: Support for text, voice, and image inputs enables agents to engage in human-like communication across various modalities.
  • Multi-Language Support: Over 100 languages and dialects are supported, empowering businesses to engage with a truly global audience.
  • Enterprise-Grade Security: Robust security measures, including end-to-end encryption and customizable access controls, ensure data protection and compliance with industry standards.

Agent Store: Ready-Made or Custom at Scale

To fast-track AI deployment, Dyna.Ai introduces the Agent Store, a global marketplace offering a wide range of pre-trained, industry-specific AI agents. Businesses can choose from agents tailored for banking, telecom, retail, BPO, and more. These agents are designed to meet the needs of different industries while offering customization options to ensure they perform optimally for each unique operation.

The Agent Store also features a performance-based rating system that helps businesses identify top-performing AI agents, optimizing them for real-world applications. Through this marketplace, companies are able to quickly deploy pre-built agents or customize them to fit specific business processes—saving valuable time and resources while ensuring seamless integration into existing workflows.

Agentic Apps: Tailored AI Solutions for Every Business Function

Agentic Apps, built on the Dyna Agentic AI platform, are designed to automate and optimize knowledge-intensive workflows across industries. These applications enable seamless orchestration of multi-agent systems, providing real-time adaptability and precision in executing complex tasks.

During the launch, Dyna.Ai demonstrated several cutting-edge solutions, including:

  • Process Agent for Credit Memo: Automating financial processes with precision and efficiency.
  • Voice Agent for Marketing: Enhancing customer acquisition and retention with targeted, dynamic, personalized voice interactions.
  • AI Native App for Financial Product Consultations: Enabling customers to access real-time information and support.
  • Avatar for Customer Service and Marketing: Interacting with customers through engaging, human-like avatars to boost conversion rates.

These applications highlight the seamless integration of various AI agents, working together to enhance business efficiency and customer engagement.

Global Reach and Focus on Emerging Markets

The platform is designed to integrate seamlessly with enterprise systems—Social Media Platforms, APIs, CRMs, ERPs, data warehouses. With its inclusive design and multilingual capabilities, Dyna.Ai enables organizations in emerging markets to leapfrog into the AI era, with full control over localization, compliance, and scalability.

“Our AI architecture—spanning compute infrastructure, foundational models, domain-specific AI, workflow automation, and application delivery—allows enterprises to plug-and-play pre-built AI agents or rapidly develop custom solutions that enhance both customer and employee experiences,” added Joao Tapadinhas, Chief Architect of Dyna.Ai. “Agentic AI Suite solves the real challenges of enterprise AI, providing multi-agent collaboration, low-latency performance, and seamless deployment at global scale.”

Dyna.Ai’s Agentic AI Suite is available globally, offering both cloud and on-premise deployment options. Enterprises can begin using pre-built solutions from the Agent Store or leverage Agent Studio to create and deploy custom AI agents tailored to their unique business needs.

To learn more, visit www.dyna.ai.

About Dyna.Ai

Dyna.Ai is a leading AI-as-a-Service company headquartered in Singapore, dedicated to transforming the finance industry and beyond with cutting-edge AI-driven products and solutions.

Our expertise encompasses state-of-the-art AI models, sophisticated algorithms, AI-human interaction technologies, and big data analytics. These capabilities enable us to deliver top-tier AI solutions that empower our clients to achieve business success and maintain a competitive edge in a rapidly evolving market.

At Dyna.Ai, we are committed to harnessing advanced AI technology to provide innovative, industry-specific solutions for the financial sector and beyond, improving marketing, risk management, customer experience and employee experience, while driving enterprise productivity and efficiency.

PHBS Think Tank Releases Q1 2025 Macroeconomic Report

Stable Real Estate Recovery and Steady Growth in the New Economy

SHENZHEN, China, April 17, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — The PHBS Think Tank at Peking University HSBC Business School released its Macroeconomic Analysis Report for the First Quarter of 2025, highlighting a strong start to the year for the Chinese economy. In January and February, production exceeded expectations, and the cumulative trade surplus reached a historical high for the period. However, consumption and investment grew at a slower pace.

The report outlines four key macroeconomic trends from the first quarter:

  1. Real Estate Market Stabilizes with Policy Support
    Policy-driven measures have helped stabilize the real estate sector, with major markets showing signs of gradual recovery.
  2. Positive Feedback Loop in Auto Exports
    Investment, production, and expectations in overseas automobile markets reinforced each other in a positive cycle. Based on available data, leading enterprises remained optimistic about the impact of tariffs on new energy vehicles.
  3. Support for the Development of New Economy
    Domestic industrial policies supported investment, production, and retail in sectors such as electronics and transport equipment, helping sustain a growth cycle in new economy.
  4. Rush to Export, with Tariff Uncertainty Ahead
    A surge in exports drove temporary growth in labor-intensive goods and home appliance production. However, this momentum faces risks from future U.S. tariffs. Many enterprises have already taken steps to mitigate potential disruptions.

Looking ahead to the first half of 2025, GDP growth is projected to reach 5.0%. Export pressure may intensify in Q2 2025, and current policies may not be strong enough to significantly boost consumption. The real estate market is expected to continue its steady recovery, while manufacturers will likely expand their use of automation and smart technologies to reduce costs.

The report offers several policy recommendations: strengthen support for enterprises expanding globally through vertical specialization; boost the effectiveness of fiscal policies to stimulate consumption; ensure this year’s land reserve special bond issuance reaches at least 700 billion yuan; and accelerate fiscal and tax reforms to address structural unemployment driven by technological change.

Duke-NUS and T Cells Diagnostics team up to simplify T-cell analysis

  • Virus-specific T-cell measurement is made easier to enable better understanding of immune responses in patients and management of human infectious diseases.

SINGAPORE, April 17, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — T Cell Diagnostics Pte. Ltd. (“TCD”) has licensed an intellectual property (IP) and its related know-how from Duke-NUS Medical School to develop point-of-care assays that could simplify the analysis of T-cell responses.

Point-of-care tests can be performed quickly and easily at the site of patient care, such as in clinics or hospitals, without the need of specialised lab equipment. They provide rapid results, helping doctors and researchers make timely decisions.

TCD was established in Singapore in 2021 as a spin-off from Duke-NUS by Professor Antonio Bertoletti, Assistant Professors Nina Le Bert and Anthony Tan from Duke-NUS’ Emerging Infectious Diseases Programme. Developed based on the licensed IP and its related know-how, TCD’s test kits precisely measure the amount of virus-specific T cells in clinical samples by stimulating biological samples—ranging from whole blood to nasal swabs and bronchoalveolar lavage fluids—with synthetic peptides. In response to the stimulation, the T cells release chemical signals called cytokines, which can be easily measured.

Assistant Professor Nina Le Bert, who is currently applying this technology in her research on samples from patients chronically infected with the Hepatitis B Virus, said: “We are impressed by the simplicity and performance of the test kit, which has allowed the testing of hundreds of patient samples with ease and precision. It is heartening to see that the interest in measuring T-cell responses induced by vaccination or infection is gaining traction as such knowledge empowers healthcare providers and researchers to better understand immune responses in patients, in turn driving innovations to improve patient care.”

Mr Alessandro Sidoli, CEO of T Cell Diagnostics: “We are confident that the addition of this technology to our portfolio is a major step towards achieving our goal of using T cells as a diagnostic. Our team combines deep scientific expertise with a commitment to delivering reliable, high-quality results, ensuring that our partners can confidently advance their research and clinical goals. Whether you’re exploring immune responses to viral infections, vaccination, or even cancer, TCD is your trusted partner in unlocking the power of T cell immunity.”

TCD offers end-to-end solutions, including project management, expert consultations, and advanced research testing services. The main focus is on analysing virus-specific cellular immune responses, with a particular emphasis on infections such as HBV, HDV, Influenza, SARS-CoV-2, and Dengue.

By quantifying the number and function of antigen-specific T cells, TCD provides critical insights that can guide diagnosis, treatment, and vaccine development. Operating from a state-of-the-art BSL-2 laboratory in Singapore’s Biopolis, TCD is strategically positioned to serve local, regional, and international clients.

Associate Professor Christopher Laing, Vice-Dean for Innovation and Entrepreneurship at Duke-NUS, said: “Innovation in science is not just about discovery—it’s about turning knowledge into solutions that improve lives. Duke-NUS scientists are among the most entrepreneurial in Asia, and our culture of innovation is supportive of partnering with startups. Our collaboration with TCD exemplifies Duke-NUS’ commitment to bridging academia and industry, accelerating groundbreaking discoveries from universities to patients and society.”

Point-of-care tests developed by T Cells Diagnostics using Duke-NUS' know-how enable better understanding of immune responses in patients and management of human infectious diseases.
Point-of-care tests developed by T Cells Diagnostics using Duke-NUS’ know-how enable better understanding of immune responses in patients and management of human infectious diseases.

About Duke-NUS Medical School

Duke-NUS is Singapore’s flagship graduate entry medical school, established in 2005 with a strategic, government-led partnership between two world-class institutions: Duke University School of Medicine and the National University of Singapore (NUS). Through an innovative curriculum, students at Duke-NUS are nurtured to become multi-faceted ‘Clinicians Plus’ poised to steer the healthcare and biomedical ecosystem in Singapore and beyond. A leader in ground-breaking research and translational innovation, Duke-NUS has gained international renown through its five signature research programmes and 10 centres. The enduring impact of its discoveries is amplified by its successful Academic Medicine partnership with Singapore Health Services (SingHealth), Singapore’s largest healthcare group. This strategic alliance has spawned 15 Academic Clinical Programmes, which harness multi-disciplinary research and education to transform medicine and improve lives. 

For more information, please visit www.duke-nus.edu.sg