PLANO, Texas, Sept. 11, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Aduna, the global aggregator of standardized network APIs, today announced its intention to enter into a strategic collaboration with Soprano Design, a leading Australian provider of enterprise messaging and digital engagement solutions. The partnership will accelerate the enablement of network API access, enhancing Soprano’s solutions by unlocking new experiences for secure, intelligent communications across industries for its enterprise and government customers globally.

Soprano Design, with more than 30 years of experience serving large enterprises and government organizations worldwide, brings deep expertise in powering mission-critical communications for banking, healthcare, logistics, and public services. By integrating Aduna’s standardized aggregated network APIs into its platform, Soprano will offer customers advanced capabilities such as identity verification, secure authentication, fraud prevention, and enhanced messaging that are all enabled by direct access to network intelligence.

“Our collaboration with Soprano Design underscores the growing momentum of the API economy,” said Peter, Arbitter, CCO, Aduna. “Soprano’s strong footprint across large enterprise and government organizations and trusted global reputation provides a powerful channel to bring the benefits of standardized network APIs to enterprises seeking new levels of trust, security, and efficiency.”

“Soprano Design has always been at the forefront of delivering secure, scalable and contextual enterprise communications,” said Antony Sault, Chief Revenue Officer, Soprano Design. “Our partnership with Aduna will unlock powerful new opportunities to integrate Aduna’s carrier-grade network APIs and 5G intelligence into our platform — enabling our customers to deliver hyper-personalized, secure, and context-aware engagement at scale.” 

“For over 30 years, Soprano has helped enterprise and government organizations with the latest communication technologies that keep people safe, informed and connected – combining our trusted messaging expertise with the reach of Aduna’s API ecosystem will ensure those outcomes are delivered at even greater scale,” said Mohamed Odah, Chief Technology Officer, Soprano Design.

Driving Enterprise Innovation with Standardized APIs

• Fraud Prevention & Security: Real-time SIM Swap and number verification APIs to help enterprises combat account takeovers and identity fraud.
• Trusted Engagement: Enhanced messaging APIs enabling more personalized and secure customer communications.
• Scalable Reach: Access to Aduna’s global network operator ecosystem, simplifying deployment across multiple geographies.

The collaboration positions Australia as a regional leader in adopting network APIs, aligning with GSMA Open Gateway’s global initiative to unlock the full potential of 5G and advanced connectivity. Together, Aduna and Soprano Design will drive new business models for enterprises, while ensuring trust and compliance in digital interactions.

About Soprano Design:

Soprano Design is a global leader in enterprise communications founded in Sydney, Australia, delivers secure messaging and engagement solutions to over 4,500 organizations across healthcare, finance, logistics, and government. With offices worldwide, Soprano powers 32 billion trusted interactions annually that connect businesses and people at scale.

To find out more about Soprano’s enterprise messaging and digital engagement solutions, visit www.sopranodesign.com.

About Aduna:

Aduna is a landmark venture between some of the world’s leading telecom operators and Ericsson, dedicated to enabling developers worldwide to accelerate innovation by leveraging networks to their full potential via common network Application Programming Interfaces (APIs). Its venture partners include AT&T, Bharti Airtel, Deutsche Telekom, e&, KDDI, Orange, Reliance Jio, Singtel, Telefonica, Telstra, T-Mobile, Verizon and Vodafone. Aduna’s developer partner platforms include Google Cloud, Infobip, Sinch and Vonage. By combining network APIs from multiple operators globally under a unified platform based on the CAMARA open-source project, driven by the GSMA and the Linux Foundation, Aduna provides a standardized platform to foster collaboration, enhance user experiences, and drive industry growth.

To find out more about network APIs and Aduna, visit adunaglobal.com.

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BANGKOK, Sept. 11, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — ASEAN Light + Design Expo co–located with Smart Living Expo 2025 , organized by IMPACT Exhibition Management Co., Ltd. and MEX Exhibitions Pvt. Ltd. will be one of the region’s most comprehensive and influential trade exhibitions and innovation platforms dedicated to the lighting and smart living industry. The event will take place from 17–19 September 2025 at Hall 5, IMPACT Exhibition and Convention Center, Bangkok, Thailand. 

This edition will bring together over 300 leading brands, showcasing cutting-edge innovations, breakthrough technologies, and future-ready lighting and smart living solutions. With more than 5,000 trade visitors expected, the event aims to generate business transactions of no less than 100 million baht, reinforcing its role as a premier platform for industry collaboration, networking, and growth.

Mr. Loy Joon How, General Manager of IMPACT Exhibition Management Co., Ltd., stated “ASEAN Light + Design Expo 2025 marks the next chapter of our journey — an event that goes beyond the scope of a traditional trade exhibition to become an inspiring platform where creativity, technology, and cross-sector collaboration converge to drive the lighting and design industries toward a sustainable future.

What makes this year’s edition truly unique is its transformation into a fully integrated platform. The expo will highlight cutting-edge lighting design innovations, smart solutions, and the artistry of illumination in new and exciting dimensions. Visitors will gain first-hand access to the latest industry trends, experience breakthrough technologies, and expand their business networks with leading brands, government agencies, and professional designers.

In addition, the event will feature the Smart Living Expo 2025, an exclusive showcase of innovations in Smart Home and Smart Office technologies—one of the world’s fastest-growing markets, This co-located event will provide insights into how smart technologies are transforming modern lifestyles by seamlessly combining convenience, safety, and intelligent solutions to enhance quality of life.”

A key highlight of ASEAN Light + Design Expo 2025 will be the Industry Conference under the theme “Shaping the Future of Lighting & Design” featuring more than 30 speakers, the program will deliver insights and engage participants in thought-provoking discussions across 20+ topics. The conference will explore smart lighting technologies, advanced design innovations, sustainability policies, and human-centric solutions—equipping participants with the latest trends and fresh perspectives on this rapidly evolving market.

Key sessions include:

• Live Smarter, Together: Smart Living in Residential Design – in collaboration with Baanlaesuan, featuring leading experts from A49, Lamptitude, and Interior Vision
• Panel Discussion: Lighting Market Outlook in ASEAN – Growth Drivers and Challenges – with speakers from T&T Innovation Co., Ltd., Lighting & Equipment Public Co., Ltd. (L&E), Metropolitan Electricity Authority (MEA), Illuminating Engineering Association of Thailand (TIEA), and KMUTT
• Panel Discussion: Conversations with Lighting Designers – presented by Nulty Lighting Design Co., Ltd., Apld Co., Ltd., ASA Lighting Design Studios, and Inverse Lighting Design Co., Ltd.
• Workshop: Smart Home Technology for Users – by Wireless Solution Asia Co., Ltd.
• Workshop: Lighting Design for Boutique Hotels – by Supergreen Studio Co., Ltd.
• Workshop: From Testing to Certification – Practical Guidance for Thai Industrial Standards (TISI) – by Electrical and Electronics Institute (EEI)

and many more sessions designed to provide practical knowledge, market insights, and future-ready solutions for professionals across the lighting and design industries.

“In addition to the conference, the event will feature a wide range of engaging activities, including business matching sessions, lighting design competitions, product demonstrations, workshop and inspirational showcases. Over the course of three dynamic days, the exhibition is expected to welcome more than 5,000 professionals from across the region—ranging from architects, designers, and engineers to project developers, government representatives, and academics,” added Mr. Loy Joon How.

Interested participants can register to attend exhibition and conferences https://evcnx.co/vdsy4

For more information, please contact us via LINE @aseanlight or Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/aseanlight.designexp or visit event website at https://www.aseanlightdesignexpo.com/

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About the organizer

IMPACT Exhibition Management Co., Ltd. is the leading exhibition organiser in Thailand. We organise and manage professional trade and public exhibitions, conferences, meetings and training, working in hand with international trade associations, organisers, and corporations across a broad spectrum of industries.

MEX Exhibitions Pvt. Ltd. is an international trade show organizer with over four decades of experience in the advertising industry, more than 27 years in publishing, and 20 years in trade fair organization. The company has successfully organized over 100 exhibitions across various industries, collaborating with multiple sectors, while also publishing a range of reputable magazines and business directories. Its successful exhibitions have been staged across India, Dubai, Singapore, and Thailand.

BANGKOK, Sept. 11, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Thailand, through the Ministry of Finance (MOF) and the Bank of Thailand (BOT) is actively building momentum as the host of the 2026 Annual Meetings of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and the World Bank Group (WBG) from 12–18 October 2026, at the Queen Sirikit National Convention Center in Bangkok. This landmark event marks Thailand’s distinguished return as the host after 35 years, reinforcing the nation’s unwavering commitment to fostering global cooperation and sustainable development within the international financial community.

The country’s strategic location, rich culture, renowned tourism, and modern infrastructure affirm its exceptional capability to host this pivotal conference. Beyond fostering global economic discussions on global economic and financial landscapes, the meetings offer delegates an unparalleled chance to experience Thailand’s hospitality and unique cultural tapestry, thereby elevating the nation’s international standing.

Thailand recently launched its official website, www.am2026thailand.go.th. This definitive online resource for the IMF-WBG 2026 details the event’s history, celebrates Thailand’s second hosting, showcases attractions in Bangkok and regional destinations, and provides essential delegate information.

Key Sections Highlighted on the Website:

• Thailand as Host Country: Conveys Thailand’s profound pride in its re-selection, emphasizing its pivotal role and readiness to extend a warm welcome, characterized by genuine smiles and heartfelt hospitality to all participants.
• Travel Guide for Delegates: Offers comprehensive details on travel logistics, customs procedures, transportation networks, tourism recommendations, and vital emergency contact information.
• Discover Thailand: Invites visitors to explore Thailand through a multifaceted lens, including:
  • The Allure of Bangkok: Revealing how every urban corner narrates the vibrant stories of Thai life and culture.
  • Explore Nearby Attractions to Queen Sirikit National Convention Center: A practical guide to locate mass transit stations, shopping destinations, public parks, and diverse culinary experiences.
  • Journey Through Diverse Regions: An overview of Thailand’s five distinct geographical regions – North, Northeast, Central, East, and South – each offering unique landscapes, cultures, and lifestyles.
  • Thai Arts and Festivals: A vivid portrayal of the colorful and dynamic artistic expressions that embody Thailand’s rich cultural diversity and community spirit.
  • The Flavors of Siam, Shopping, and Unforgettable Activities: Curated experiences designed to captivate every traveler.
• News and Updates: Keeping all participants and interested parties fully informed of the latest news, critical announcements, and event-related activities.

The IMF-WBG Annual Meetings 2026 transcends a mere global conference; it represents a momentous occasion for the entire Thai nation to collectively embrace its role as host, extending its unique warmth and goodwill to delegates worldwide. Stay informed and become an integral part of this historic hosting by visiting www.am2026thailand.go.th and by following additional updates and activities on social media at www.facebook.com/AM2026THAILAND.

Optical Fibre Leads the Way, AI Shapes the Future

WUHAN, China, Sept. 11, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Yangtze Optical Fibre and Cable Joint Stock Limited Company (YOFC) made a strong impact at the 26th China International Optoelectronic Exposition (CIOE), held from September 10 to 12, 2025 at the Shenzhen World Exhibition & Convention Center. Under the theme “Optical Fibre Leads the Way, AI Shapes the Future”, the company presented solutions across six major key application areas: AI Intelligent Computing Hub, Specialized Optical Communications, Intellisense, Industrial Laser, All-Optical Intelligent Vehicle, and Sustainable Lighting. Together, these exhibits demonstrated YOFC’s next-generation optical innovations and the continued expansion of its broad technology portfolio.

Since 2014, YOFC has made diversification a key strategic priority. Over the past decade, the company’s entry into specialized products, industrial lasers, marine engineering, optical devices and transceivers, consumer electronics, and power cables has fostered a vibrant technology ecosystem, fueling growth and serving as a critical business driver.

AI Intelligent Computing Hub Unlocks High-Capacity, Low-Latency Connectivity

As AI adoption accelerates worldwide, demand for computing power continues to surge. Building AI-ready network infrastructure is now essential to balance capacity constraints and enable next-generation digital services. By combining hollow-core and multi-core optical fibres, high-performance multimode optical fibres, high-density integrated cabling, and 400G/800G/1.6T optical transceivers, YOFC’s Intelligent Computing Hub solution delivers ultra-high bandwidth, ultra-low latency, and ultra-high density transmission—helping service providers and enterprises scale AI-driven workloads efficiently.

Specialty Optical Communications Addresses a Wide Range of Complex Application Needs

In line with its diversification strategy, YOFC continues to drive optical innovations for specialized applications. At CIOE, the company unveiled upgrades to its active fibre series, including erbium-doped fibre (EDF), erbium–ytterbium co-doped fibre (EYDF), and radiation-resistant EDF/EYDF. With support for the full C6T and L6T bands, EDF enables ultra-high-speed, high-capacity, long-haul communication systems. Additional highlights included YOFC’s flagship polarization-maintaining fibres, polarizers, and specialty single-mode fibres—providing a full-spectrum optical toolkit for complex application requirements.

Intellisense Extends Network Reach into Harsh Environments

YOFC also featured fibre and cable solutions engineered for extreme conditions, including radiation-resistant fibre and cable, carbon-coated fibre, downhole sensing, and subsea sensing cables. Designed for reliability in high-demand environments such as oil exploration, underwater monitoring, and mission-critical communications, these solutions bring the advantages of optical fibre to new frontiers.

Industrial Laser Drives Precision and Efficiency in Manufacturing

As global manufacturing undergoes digital transformation, laser technology is redefining precision, automation, and efficiency. YOFC presented its end-to-end industrial laser portfolio—from advanced core materials and key components to laser sources—while debuting the new VortexCore architecture laser platform engineered to set new performance benchmarks in manufacturing.

All-Optical Intelligent Vehicles Transform Smart Mobility

The automotive industry’s shift toward electrification and intelligence requires vehicle networks capable of ultra-fast data transmission and high-precision sensing. YOFC’s All-Optical Intelligent Vehicle solution integrates in-vehicle optical fibre communication, automotive lighting optical fibre, in-vehicle LiDAR Amplifier, in-vehicle battery monitoring, and automotive SiC modules. Using optical fibre as the backbone, the solution enhances vehicle connectivity and safety, reduces energy consumption, and lowers lifecycle maintenance costs.

Sustainable Lighting Solutions Drive Efficiency and Carbon Reduction

Sustainability remains a long-term priority for YOFC. At CIOE, the company featured its Intelligent Sunlight Collecting System, which captures, filters, and channels natural light indoors via specialized lighting fibre optic cables. Delivering healthy illumination while reducing electricity consumption, the system supports carbon neutrality targets and is already deployed in energy-efficient buildings, residential projects, and high-speed rail stations across China.

Zhuang Dan, Executive Director and President of YOFC, stated: “The intelligent era is unfolding at an accelerating pace. Building on our foundation in optical fibre and cable, YOFC will continue to expand into adjacent technologies, delivering high-performance, scalable solutions that drive digital transformation for our customers and strengthen the global digital economy.”

HONG KONG, Sept. 11, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — From September 10 to 11, 2025, the 10th Belt and Road Summit was successfully held at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre. China Telecom Global (CTG) participated prominently under the theme “Empowering the New Silk Road via AI for Good,” highlighting three core areas: the OneGrowth Global Partnership Initiative, AI global capabilities, and AI-driven applications. Through multiple benchmark cases, interactive scenarios, and physical displays, the exhibition systematically presented China Telecom’s cloud-network-intelligence-computing resource deployment and innovative AI applications along the Belt and Road, fully demonstrating its comprehensive strength and firm commitment to promoting regional collaborative development through digital technologies.

On the first day of the event, Ms. Wu Ting, AI Director of China Telecom Global, delivered a keynote speech titled “China Telecom Global: AI Blueprint and Capabilities”. She comprehensively presented CTG’s AI capabilities and architectural framework, highlighting a series of innovative achievements and practical applications in artificial intelligence. These included several cutting-edge AI products such as the OneTouch AI Engine, LLM Guardrail Platform, Enterprise No Code Agent Platform, and more, demonstrating CTG’s leading strength in artificial intelligence research and development and industrial application. Additionally, leveraging multiple demonstrated cases, she provided in-depth insights into CTG’s competitive advantages in building international digital infrastructure and delivering intelligent solutions for enterprises expanding globally.

At the summit, CTG featured a range of interactive highlights centered on its OneGrowth Global Partnership Initiative and global AI capabilities, comprehensively demonstrating its strength in AI+ technologies and ecosystem collaboration.

Empowering AI, Intergrow as One: Co-creating a New Digital Ecosystem

In the ” OneGrowth Global Cooperation Initiative” section, CTG highlighted its recently launched cooperation plan with a focus on three key ecological directions: AI+ Intelligent Empowerment, AI+ Comprehensive Mobile Global Cooperation, and AI+ Innovative Business, all guided by the four core principles of co-creation, sharing, co-governance, and win-win. The AI+ Intelligent Empowerment initiative is developing a global ecosystem computing power scheduling platform that integrates intelligent and general computing services while collaborating with partners to build scenario-based digital enablement platforms. The AI + Comprehensive Mobile Global Cooperation leverages a multidimensional mobile network covering “land-sea-air-space,” promoting cooperation in 5G, satellite communications, and Internet of Vehicles (IoV). Meanwhile, AI+ Innovative Business featured collaborations in visual network, exemplified by the transnational SeeLink Global Platform, which integrates AI algorithms, devices, cloud services, and applications to provide end-to-end solutions tailored to diverse customer needs.

Application in Action, Leadership in Intelligence, Interactive Demos Showcasing Technological Strength

In the “AI Global Capabilities” section, beyond showcasing its global digital infrastructure, the exhibit provided a clear overview of its resource network—including 53 submarine cables, 251 international PoPs (Points-of-Presence), and 15 overseas data centers. It also highlighted the capabilities and advantages of two major computing power engines: the AI data centers in Tseung Kwan O, Hong Kong, China and Jakarta, Indonesia. These demonstrate CTG’s core strength in reinforcing the foundation of the “Digital Silk Road” and supporting regional enterprises through digital transformation.

CTG prominently spotlighted its AI solutions and benchmark cases, including 5GC scenario applications and low-altitude economy service system. Through global applications such as supporting Chinese automotive companies expanding into Europe and assisting game developers in global operations, CTG demonstrated its deep practical achievements across Belt and Road markets. These cases underscore the company’ leading strength in driving industrial digital transformation and facilitating the global expansion of services.

Meanwhile, at the AI interactive experience and physical exhibition zone, CTG featured engaging activities such as AI-powered opera face-changing, a 5GC-enabled robotic dog, and the Tianshu drone. By seamlessly integrating traditional culture with cutting-edge artificial intelligence, CTG vividly demonstrated its innovative capabilities and technological expertise in cutting-edge fields such as 5G, AI, the Internet of Things, and the low-altitude economy. The interactive displays attracted extensive on-site participation and drew significant audience engagement.

During the summit, CTG engaged in on-site discussions with customers and partners from around the world to explore new opportunities within the Belt and Road digital economy. Moving forward, CTG will continue to leverage its strengths in cloud-network resources, AI technologies, and global services to provide efficient and reliable digital solutions for countries and regions along the route, further advancing the development of the “Digital Silk Road” to new heights.

Through its participation, CTG has fully demonstrated its capabilities as a world-class provider of digital-intelligent technology services in resource integration, technological innovation, and ecosystem influence. This exhibition underscored the company’s firm commitment to empowering high-quality development along the Belt and Road and co-creating a smart future through technological innovation.

BANGKOK, Sept. 11, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — SynbioTech Inc., ranked among the world’s top 20 probiotic suppliers, is the leader in functional probiotics for muscle and joint health, sports, women’s wellness, and immune support. Its patented flagship probiotic, Lactiplantibacillus plantarum TWK10®, has earned multiple awards in Europe, the US and Japan, with clinical trials showing increased muscle mass and reduced body fat. In 2024, TWK10® was approved by the Thai government as an edible strain, making it a key focus in the Thai market. SynbioTech will showcase this and other flagship probiotics at Vitafoods Asia 2025 in Bangkok (September 17-19, Booth B27), highlighting multifunctional precision health benefits.

Yang, Chuan-Hsien, General Manager of SynbioTech Inc., highlights TWK10®’s prestigious accolades, including the 2025 Vitafoods Europe Innovation Awards top prize in ‘Sports Nutrition and Healthy Living’, US GRAS ( Generally Recognized As Safe ) certification, and the Gold Medal at the 2025 Tokyo Invention Expo. Sean mentioned, “By showcasing both our scientific leadership and application versatility at Vitafoods Asia in Bangkok, we look forward to co-creating the next wave of innovation in sports nutrition, healthy aging, and everyday vitality.”

According to Mordor Intelligence, the ASEAN Probiotic supplement market size is expected to reach USD198.05 billion by 2030, at a CAGR of 11.43% (2025-2030). “Healthy aging awareness results in rapid growth in ASEAN Probiotic supplement. SynbioTech, supported by 25 years of comprehensive experiences, has been demonstrating its strong global footprint, integrated R&D, manufacturing, and contract manufacturing capabilities (CDMO；Contract Development and Manufacturing Organization). We will actively focus on expanding in Southeast Asia market, especially in Thailand,” GM Sean Yang emphasized.

In 2024, TWK10® was officially approved on Thailand’s edible microbial strain list, marking a critical milestone in SynbioTech’s ASEAN strategy and opening new opportunities with local partners. Validated by eight clinical trials, TWK10® has been proven to boost muscle strength, enhance endurance, and improve mobility in older adults.

SynbioTech is empowered to make precision-health products with advanced R&D centers, and high-standard manufacturing facilities. Importantly, the patented SYNTEK® fermentation technology and versatile product formats enable a one-stop CDMO platform offering strain development, clinical validation, custom formulation, and smart packaging solutions. This exclusive high-tech approach supports SynbioTech capturing growth in rapidly expanding international markets.

Looking ahead, SynbioTech, headquarters in Taiwan, commits to advance a broader portfolio of applications and bring probiotics and postbiotics into everyday wellness solutions.

(https://www.synbiotech.com/EN/）