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The World Smart Industry Expo 2025 Concludes Successfully, and the 2025 Digital Industry Ecology Conference Bears Abundant Fruits

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CHONGQING, CHINA – Media OutReach Newswire – 9 September 2025 – The World Smart Industry Expo 2025 concluded successfully in Chongqing on 8th September. As a highlight event of the Expo, the “2025 Digital Industry Ecology Conference” hosted by Mashang Consumer Finance Co., Ltd. attracted government leaders, over ten academicians and industrial specialists, more than 300 top-notch technology firms, and over 1,500 industrial elites. Focusing on the new industrial opportunities spawned by the technological revolution, particularly advancements in artificial intelligence, the conference became a major highlight during the Expo.

Hu Henghua, Deputy Secretary of the Chongqing Municipal Committee of CPC and Mayor of the Chongqing Municipal Government, attended the 2025 Digital Industry EcologyConference and delivered an opening remarks.
Hu Henghua, Deputy Secretary of the Chongqing Municipal Committee of CPC and Mayor of the Chongqing Municipal Government, attended the 2025 Digital Industry EcologyConference and delivered an opening remarks.

Hu Henghua, Deputy Secretary of the Chongqing Municipal Party Committee and Mayor of the Chongqing Municipal Government, attended the 2025 Digital Industry Ecology Conference held on the afternoon of 5th September and delivered an opening speech. He noted that with the theme of “Embracing Intelligence, Shaping a New Future”, this conference has facilitated the sharing of forward-thinking insights and sparked dynamic intellectual exchanges, , which will undoubtedly pool wisdom and strength while building momentum for the digital industry. Chongqing stands ready to seize this opportunity to work with all parties in shareing new opportunities in Digital Chongqing, advancing breakthroughs in digital technology, creating new landmarks for the digital industry, exploring innovative models of digital governance, and collectively building a brighter future in the intelligent era.

Hu Henghua stated that, as an important strategic pivot for the Western Development in the New Era and a comprehensive hub for inland opening-up as positioned by the central government, Chongqing boasts a well-developed industrial system, prominent geographical advantages, and abundant strategic opportunities, providing vast prospects for the development of its digital economy. In recent years, Chongqing has deeply implemented the spirit of the important speeches and instructions ofPresident Xi , and fully embraced the intelligent era. Led by the construction of Digital Chongqing, it has vigorously carried out the “AI +” initiative, promoted the deep integration of the real economy and the digital economy, and sped up the building of a highland for AI applications and a highland for digital-intelligence technological innovation. Chongqing is strengthening the foundation of digital development by enhancing data aggregation and computing power supply. It is fostering new quality productive forces in the digital sector through advancing digital industrialization and the digitalization of industries. By strengthening scenario-driven applications and AI empowerment, the city is promoting comprehensive digital transformation across urban domains. Additionally, it is optimizing the development environment for the digital industry by focusing on talent cultivation and building an open-source ecosystem.

Miao Wei, a member of the Standing Committee and Deputy Director of the Economic Committee of the 14th National Committee of the Chinese People’s Political Consultative Conference, and former Minister of Industry and Information Technology, said in the keynote speech that, China, as the only country in the world with all industrial categories, is rapidly integrating its digital and real economies. He particularly lauded Chongqing as a benchmark for the integration of digital and real economies in the Western China, highlighting its remarkable achievements. Specific examples included the SERES Smart Factory, which has achieved 100% automation in key processes and reduced product delivery cycles by 30%, as well as Mashang Consumer Finance Co., Ltd.’s large language model “Tianjing 3.0″which uses AI to empower financial services so as to boost domestic consumption.

As the host city of the World Smart Industry Expo, Chongqing has also established itself as a major hub for the digital economy. The city is experiencing vigorous growth in this sector, with the scale of its digital economy exceeding the one-trillion-yuan threshold. It has nurtured a group of leading enterprises and formed a virtuous cycle of “innovation and R&D — real-world application — cluster expansion,” providing core driving force for the regional digital economy.

Mashang Consumer Finance Co., Ltd. is a typical example of an enterprise rooted in Chongqing while serving the whole nation. Backed by the excellent business environment in Chongqing, the company has always clung to independent R & D in science and technology. It has formed a research team of over 3,400 people, accounting for over 75% of its total staff, and independently built more than 1,000 core systems covering the whole processes of risk control, customer service, marketing and asset management, making a key leap from a “technology user” to a “technology creator”. In 2023, Mashang Consumer Finance Co., Ltd. pioneered the release of “Tianjing”, a large language model for retail financial services targeting a user base of hundreds of millions. Now it has evolved to Version 3.0 and the model has been fully deployed across eight major application scenarios.

At the 2025 Digital Industry Ecology Conference, Mashang Consumer Finance Co., Ltd. released a number of achievements and cooperation projects, leading the collaborative development of the digital industry ecosystem. It officially launched the first financial blockchain management platform ahead of other national consumer finance companies, and implemented the first-ever “Blockchain + Digital Yuan” ABS transaction, building a reliable, open and shared “digital base” for the industry. It unveiled two Chongqing Municipal Key Laboratories jointly with Chongqing University of Posts and Telecommunications and the Chongqing-Shanghai Artificial Intelligence Research Institute of Shanghai Jiao Tong University, aiming to build an innovative platform for special-purpose quantum computing and enhance the research level of cybersecurity and digital economy governance. Additionally, a strategic cooperation agreement was signed with the Southwestern University of Finance and Economics to jointly build a new paradigm for deep industry-academia-research integration. This initiative integrates basic research, technological breakthroughs, talent development, and results translation into a unified strategy, fostering a fertile environment for Chongqing’s digital economy.

The conference also invited Jiang Xiaojuan, Honorary President of the China Society of Industrial Economics and Former Deputy Secretary- General of the State Council, Lu Jianhua, an academician of the Chinese Academy of Sciences and Deputy Director of the National Natural Science Foundation of China, Liang Tao, Former Vice-Chairman of the China Banking and Insurance Regulatory Commission, Wang Zixiong, a member of the Party Working Committee and Deputy Director of the Administrative Committee of Chongqing Liangjiang New Area, Li Lihui, former President of the Bank of China, Jiang Ning, Executive Deputy General Manager of Mashang Consumer Finance Co., Ltd., Yuan Foyu, Vice-President of Baidu Group, and Liu Yuanxin, Chief Expert of Huawei’s Digital Finance Legion, to jointly discuss key issues like the development trends of the digital industry and the deep integration of the digital economy and the real economy. More than ten government leaders and academicians, over 50 technologyfirms , more than 300 top-notch companies and over 1,500 industrial – chain partners gathered in Chongqing. The event demonstrated nearly 20 billion yuan in potential investment attraction, drove over 30 million yuan in direct and indirect economic benefits, and generated more than 20 million online and offline impressions. These efforts propelled “Chongqing’s Digital Industry” to trend once again, serving as a powerful testament to the city and the industry moving forward together.

At the closing ceremony of the Smart Expo held on the afternoon of 8th September, Cao Jingquan, Secretary of the Party Committee of Mashang Consumer Finance Co., Ltd., stated that under the guidance of the Chongqing Municipal Party Committee and the Municipal Government of Chongqing, the company will continue to leverage the dividends of large language models to create a replicable and scalable “Mashang Solution”, and together with industrial partners, to enhance the accessibility, coverage and satisfaction of financial services , channeling more “financial vitality” into the real economy, and infusing more “intelligent nourishment” into thousands of households across the coutry.

As a national-level exhibition platform, the World Smart Industry Expo and Chongqing have mutually reinforced each other’s growth. The event has converged unprecedented flows of people, goods, capital and information, unleashing a strong “Smart Expo Effect”. Though the Expo concludes, its impact endures. The 2025 Digital Industry Ecology Conference not only enhanced Chongqing’s reputation as a hub of digital industry, but also continues to attract high-end talents, cutting – edge technologies and high – quality resources to Chongqing and Western China, injecting robust momentum into regional high – quality development while offering valuable “Chongqing Model” and “Western Experience” for talent mobility and industrial upgrading across the country.

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Driving Safety and Intelligence in Focus at Munich Main Stage: Giraffevision Highlights the Value of HUD Technology

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BADEN-WÜRTTEMBERG, GERMANY – Media OutReach Newswire – 9 September 2025 – On September 11, 2025, Giraffevision Chairman Zhang Tao attended the Main Stage in Munich IAA, where he shared valuable insights on the theme “Making Driving Safer with Head-Up Displays.”

Driving Safety and Intelligence in Focus at Munich Main Stage: Giraffevision Highlights the Value of HUD Technology
Driving Safety and Intelligence in Focus at Munich Main Stage: Giraffevision Highlights the Value of HUD Technology

As a leading player in the head-up display (HUD) industry, Giraffevision remains committed to its mission of “To Show a Better World with Technology and Innovation.” The company is dedicated to advancing intelligent visual interaction within automotive cockpits, building a bridge of trust between drivers and vehicles, and promoting safer, smarter, and more convenient mobility for the future.

In his speech, Zhang Tao outlined three key drivers behind the rapid adoption of HUD technology in the Chinese market: growing safety demands, the push toward intelligent mobility, and ongoing cost optimization. He also explored the global potential of HUD deployment and shared forward-looking insights into the future of intelligent human-machine interaction.

Giraffevision is committed to co-creating value with its customers. Its R&D and service teams have accumulated extensive experience in supporting OEM partners to enhance driving safety and deliver differentiated interactive experiences. Looking ahead, Giraffevision will continue to strengthen its global supply chain capabilities and tailor its solutions to accommodate diverse driving habits across regions. By bringing intelligent visual solutions to a broader range of users and mobility scenarios, the company aims to redefine the driving experience through visual innovation—building trust between people and vehicles, and turning every journey into a visibly safer experience.

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KBTG Techtopia: At World’s Beginning opens the window into the future of humanity, reaffirming that humans and AI, when combined, are the beacon of the new era

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BANGKOK, THAILAND – Media OutReach Newswire – 9 September 2025 – KASIKORN Business-Technology Group (KBTG) reinforces its leadership in technology within the region by hosting KBTG Techtopia: At World’s Beginning, the third annual technology conference that brings innovations and creativity together in one place at the Queen Sirikit National Convention Center. The event welcomed more than 4,000 participants from diverse industries, supported by leading partners both locally and internationally. The theme of this year’s event, “At World’s Beginning”, reflects a world that is no longer the same, and raised the question of how people and technology can move forward together. Participants were invited to explore new beginnings and ignite hope for creating a better tomorrow by combining the power of humans and emerging technologies, especially AI, to unlock limitless possibilities.

KBTG Techtopia welcome 4,000+ attendees to its third annual conference
KBTG Techtopia welcome 4,000+ attendees to its third annual conference

Mr. Ruangroj Poonpol, Group Chairman, KASIKORN Business-Technology Group (KBTG), said, “KBTG Techtopia is an international technology conference that brought together world-class innovations and creativity, supported by leading partners both locally and internationally. This year, the event attracted more than 4,000 participants and was held under the theme “At World’s Beginning” to explore new beginnings and ignite hope for a better tomorrow through the combined power of humans and technology. Currently, AI stands at many crossroads where humans must determine its future, from the arrival of Agentic AI to AI governance and containment, as well as the balance between practical applications and Artificial General Intelligence (AGI), and global collaboration across sectors. Additionally, the conference highlighted the importance of addressing the energy footprint and leveraging AI to reduce inequality to ensure that intelligence is not limited to only the wealthy.”

"AI itself won’t change the world, humans using AI will." - Ruangroj Poonpol
“AI itself won’t change the world, humans using AI will.” – Ruangroj Poonpol

Another highlight of this year’s event was a recorded conversation between Mr. Ruangroj Poonpol and Dr. Andrew Ng, Managing General Partner of AI Fund. Although Dr. Andrew Ng could not attend in person this year, he shared valuable insights with participants under the topic, “AI’s Next Frontier: Transitioning from Hype to Impact.” Key takeaways included the transition from Gen AI to Agentic AI, which is like having access to a broader set of tools that enables the creation of more complex and useful applications, especially when users understand how to combine these tools effectively. He emphasized that AI will not replace people, but people who use AI will replace those who don’t, particularly for non-technical roles such as finance, law, and management. On the engineering side, AI coding assistants will allow developers to build software faster, accelerate proof of concept development, and reduce costs. Regarding Physical AI and robotics, Dr. Andrew Ng pointed out that practical applications in industries are beginning to emerge, although they have not yet reached the inflection point like large language models (LLMs). He also stressed that it is not too late to start learning AI, and the knowledge gained today will remain relevant in the future. While some aspects may eventually become obsolete, 80-90 percent of what is learned today will still hold value a year from now, giving learners a significant advantage over those who do not learn.

Regarding corporate strategy, emphasis should be placed on employee training, creating sandboxes for new experiments, and selecting high-value use cases that align with the corporate strategy, while maintaining a balance between innovations, governance, and guardrails. Moreover, Dr. Andrew Ng expressed confidence in Thailand’s potential to become a regional leader in AI and pledged continued support for the development of its ecosystem.

The KBTG Techtopia event also featured three main discussion stages, bringing together leading global speakers to debate hot topics and propose solutions through real-world examples. In the morning, attendees listened to various topics from speakers including: Professor Danielle Wood, Director of the Space Enabled Research Group at MIT Media Lab; Mr. Kevin Wei Wang, Senior Partner at McKinsey & Company; and Ms. Cindy Chow, Executive Director and CEO of the Alibaba Entrepreneurs Fund. Additionally, the afternoon featured interesting topics ranging from research fields to corporate transformation, future of education, healthtech, and human-centered product design, all in accordance with the event’s theme.

Furthermore, there were numerous activities designed to help ignite inspiration, unlock potential, and expand everyone’s thinking boundaries, including a zone showcasing new, never-before-revealed technologies and innovations from KBTG and leading technology partners, playground workshops offering hands-on training by real experts to build future-ready skills, and a community circle for exchanging ideas with the tech communities in a casual, friendly atmosphere.

Mr. Ruangroj concluded, “KBTG Techtopia is not merely a technology exhibition, but a stage created to spark new ideas and connect people who share a common dream of building a better world with technology. KBTG believes this event will be a new beginning for that world, towards a future filled with hope. KBTG will lead in driving that future through crafting meaningful innovations and continuing to inspire the new generation and entrepreneurs across all sectors.”
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Horizon Robotics Showcases Next-Generation Smart Driving Solutions at IAA Mobility 2025

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Empowering Chinese and international automakers’ smart mobility strategies globally

MUNICH, Sept. 9, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Horizon Robotics (stock code: 9660.HK), a leading provider of smart driving solutions for passenger vehicles, presented its leading smart driving solutions at IAA Mobility 2025. The company also announced the official establishment of its European headquarters, a strategic milestone that strengthens its global expansion and localized operations, enabling Horizon Robotics to deliver safer, more comfortable, and more convenient mobility experiences for drivers and passengers worldwide.

Horizon Robotics at IAA Mobility 2025
Horizon Robotics at IAA Mobility 2025

Building on its collaborations with global OEMs and Tier-1 suppliers, Horizon Robotics showcased its flagship full-scenario urban-NOA (Navigate on Autopilot) solution, HSD (Horizon SuperDrive™), at the event. Featuring a leading one-stage end-to-end architecture with reinforced learning capabilities, HSD delivers a smoother, more human-like, and highly reliable driver-assistance experience across complex urban scenarios. The company also presented its Journey™ 6 processing hardware, which underpins Horizon’s assisted driving solutions and supports a full spectrum of capabilities, from foundational advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) features to advanced urban NOA functionalities, serving both mainstream and premium markets.

With its strong product capabilities, Horizon Robotics has established a dominant position in China, securing the top market share in both ADAS solutions (45.8%) and overall intelligent assisted driving solutions (32.4%) among Chinese OEMs. The company has partnered with more than 40 global OEMs and brands, including all of China’s Top 10 OEMs, securing design-wins for over 400 vehicle models and serving more than 6 million car owners. Total shipments of Journey series processing hardware has surpassed 10 million units, making Horizon the first smart driving technology company in China to achieve this milestone and setting a new industry benchmark.

Leveraging this success, Horizon Robotics is rapidly expanding its role as a trusted smart mobility partner for Chinese OEMs going global. To date, the company has supported seven leading Chinese OEMs, including SAIC, BYD, Chery, Great Wall, NIO and VOYAH, powering over 25 vehicle models to enter major markets across Asia, Europe, the Middle East, South America, and Australia. To enable these deployments, all Horizon Robotics solutions are fully compliant with international and EU safety regulations and certification requirements, validated through over 1.5 million kilometers of real-world road testing across more than 50 countries and regions worldwide.

At the IAA Mobility 2025, the European edition of NIO’s firefly was showcased at Horizon Robotics’ booth. It comes standard with Horizon’s Journey processing hardware, delivering advanced assisted driving capabilities that offer European customers a safe, agile and enjoyable driving experiences.

To further strengthen these collaborations, Horizon Robotics has officially opened its European office. The new office provides on-the-ground support to Chinese and international OEMs advancing smart mobility across Europe and beyond, enhances local insights into consumers’ needs and regulatory requirements, and brings the benefits of smart driving to more consumers, delivering safer, more convenient and pleasant journeys.

“We are excited to showcase our latest smart driving solutions on the global stage, highlighting how Horizon Robotics supports and empowers OEMs and ecosystem partners to advance smarter mobility worldwide,” said Dr. Yu Kai, Founder and CEO of Horizon Robotics. “We look forward to bringing safer, smarter, and more convenient driving experiences to millions of drivers and passengers globally.”

Looking ahead, Horizon Robotics remains committed to advancing smart driving solutions and enhancing the driving experience for people everywhere. By integrating these solutions into everyday life, the company continues to fulfill its mission to make human life safer and better through smart vehicles.

About Horizon Robotics

With its mission to make human life safer and better, Horizon Robotics is a leading provider of smart driving solutions for passenger vehicles, empowered by its proprietary software and hardware technologies. Its solutions combine cutting-edge algorithms, purpose-built software and processing hardware, providing the core technologies for smart driving that enhance the safety and experience of drivers and passengers. Horizon Robotics is a key enabler for the smart vehicle transformation and commercialization with its integrated solutions deployed on mass scale.

Kia showcases its extensive EV portfolio at IAA Mobility 2025

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  • Kia presents its extensive EV lineup to the European public at IAA Mobility 2025 in Munich
  • Kia EV5 and Concept EV2 make their European debut, joining the EV3, EV4, new EV6 GT, EV9 GT andPV5
  • Visitors can also test drive Kia’s EV models – including the EV3, the new EV6, the new EV6 GTand EV9 – experiencing their advanced technology and versatility
  • ‘Windows of Inspiration’ exhibition immerses visitors with mirrored pillars and zoned displays, presenting Kia’s EV line-up in harmony with Munich’s urban landscape’

MUNICH and SEOUL, South Korea, Sept. 9, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Kia will attend IAA Mobility 2025, marking the European debut of the EV5 and reinforcing the brand’s growing presence in Europe’s rapidly expanding electric vehicle (EV) market.

Kia showcases its extensive EV portfolio at IAA Mobility 2025
Kia showcases its extensive EV portfolio at IAA Mobility 2025

Held from September 9 to 14 in Munich, IAA Mobility is recognized as the world’s largest mobility exhibition. Kia will seize this global stage to showcase its expansive EV line-up in an open-air display, underscoring its leadership in electrification.

European Public Debut of Kia‘s broad EV Lineup

Under the theme ‘Windows of Inspiration‘, Kia will present its most comprehensive EV portfolio ever to the European public. The display will feature the Concept EV2, EV3, EV4, EV5, new EV6 GT, EV9 GT and PV5, while visitors can also test drive the EV3, the new EV6, the new EV6 GT and EV9. Together, these models reflect Kia’s strategy to make electric mobility accessible across multiple segments and lifestyles.

The highlight of Kia’s presence at IAA Mobility 2025 is the European public debut of the Kia EV5, a fully electric C-SUV designed for modern families and people with active lifestyles. Built on the E-GMP platform, the EV5 combines bold SUV styling with a versatile interior featuring second-row full-flat folding seats, rear seat-back tables, and a panoramic wide display that creates a lounge-like atmosphere. With an estimated range of up to 530 km, 30-minute fast charging, Vehicle-to-Load (V2L) capability, and towing capacity of up to 1,200 kg in Europe, it delivers everyday practicality and outdoor versatility in equal measure, underscoring Kia’s commitment to making EVs more accessible.

Joining the display is the Concept EV2, a compact B-segment SUV that embodies Kia’s vision for innovative EVs. Designed to inspire with a spirit of adventure, it combines a bold aesthetic with vertical daytime running lights and Kia’s signature ‘Star Map’ lighting. Tailored for busy urban lifestyles and embodying Kia’s forward-looking design direction, the Concept EV2 previews a production model set to launch next year.

The Kia EV4 will also be statically displayed, broadening consumer choice within the electrified C-segment. The EV4 offers up to 625 km of range (WLTP) and features fast-charging capability that allows it to charge from 10 to 80 percent in just 31 minutes.

The spotlight will also shine on the new EV6 GT performance model, Kia’s most dynamic EV to date. Delivering maximum 650 PS of power and accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h in just 3.5 seconds, it pairs exhilarating performance with everyday usability, underscoring Kia’s ability to seamlessly integrate electrification with genuine performance credentials.

Also present will be the EV9 GT, the most powerful SUV Kia has ever produced with 508 PS and a 0-100 km/h in just 4.6 seconds. The extra power over the regular EV9 is supported by Electronically Controlled Suspension (ECS) that provides excellent ride comfort and driving stability through optimal suspension control. And despite delivering such impressive performance, the EV9 still sports a range of up to 510 km (WLTP).

Kia’s innovative PV5, which marks the brand’s entrance into the Light Commercial Vehicle (LCV) market will also be presented in its Passenger variant, a family-friendly configuration offering the flexibility of five to seven seats. As Kia’s first dedicated PBV model, the PV5 is designed to redefine modular and flexible electric mobility, using a unique building block architecture that enables up to 16 different variants. This versatility allows the PV5 to seamlessly adapt from passenger transport to commercial applications, underscoring Kia’s ambition to expand into new mobility ecosystems.

‘Windows of Inspiration’: An Innovative Outdoor Exhibition Concept

Kia’s IAA showcase will be brought to life through the concept ‘Windows of Inspiration’. The open-air booth features mirrored pillars and dedicated zones for each model, creating immersive visual effects that blur the boundaries between reality and reflection. This approach presents Kia’s EV line-up in harmony with Munich’s urban landscape, offering visitors a striking and memorable way to experience Kia’s vision of sustainable mobility.

“Kia will take the lead in popularizing EVs by continuing to participate in major regional motor shows, while continuing to reach global customers and solidify its image as a trusted, leading EV brand. Our return to IAA Mobility 2025 in Munich marks an important milestone, reaffirming our commitment to sustainable mobility and strengthening our presence in Europe’s rapidly growing EV market,” said Charles Ryu, Head of Global Brand & Customer Experience Division.

Visitors to IAA Mobility 2025 Open Space can experience Kia from September 9 until September 14 at its outdoor booth next to Ludwigstraße 22, 80539 in central Munich.

Bybit Partners with Sygnum to Bring Off-Exchange, Swiss-Regulated Custody to Strengthen Institutional Crypto Security

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DUBAI, UAE, Sept. 9, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Bybit, the world’s second-largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume, today announced a strategic partnership with Sygnum, a global digital asset banking group, to provide institutional clients with secure, off-exchange custody through the Sygnum Protect platform.

This integration strengthens Bybit’s position as a trusted partner for institutions by combining its broad product range and deep liquidity with the bank-grade security of Swiss-regulated custody. Bybit’s institutional clients can now hold assets off-balance sheet at Sygnum Bank while trading spot and derivatives seamlessly on Bybit. Asset balances are instantly mirrored on the exchange and trading P&L is settled automatically every eight hours, ensuring both capital efficiency and operational transparency.

A New Standard for Institutional Security

Sygnum Protect is the largest bank-operated Off-Exchange Custody platform, now covering exchanges that collectively account for over 50% of global annual spot and derivatives volumes. Bybit joins other leading members of this ecosystem, reinforcing its commitment to providing institutional investors with the highest standards of security, resilience, and trust.

The platform integrates multiple security layers, including advanced software-hardware controls, strict governance, independent audits, and the legal protection of bankruptcy-remote asset custody under Swiss banking law. This gives institutional clients peace of mind that their assets are safeguarded even in times of market uncertainty.

Expanding Bybit’s Custody Ecosystem

Bybit has built a robust network of trusted custody partners, including Fireblocks, Copper, and Cactus, to give clients flexibility and confidence in safeguarding their assets. The addition of Sygnum Bank marks a new milestone in this strategy, bringing regulated, bank-grade off-exchange custody into the Bybit ecosystem.

“Crypto and stablecoin infrastructure is evolving, and managing counterparty risks is essential for further institutional adoption,” said Yoyee Wang, Head of Bybit’s Business-to-Business Unit (BBU). “Our partnership with Sygnum Bank not only gives clients access to Bybit’s industry-leading products and liquidity, but also ensures their assets are safeguarded with the highest standards of Swiss banking. Together, we are building a secure and transparent foundation for institutions to trade with confidence.”

“Sygnum Bank remains committed to working with leading exchanges to enhance the resilience of the crypto industry and empower institutions to trade with peace of mind,” said Dominic Lohberger, Sygnum Chief Product Officer. “The rapid adoption of Sygnum Protect by institutional clients trading on Binance, Deribit, and now Bybit, demonstrates the urgent need for bank-grade, off-balance sheet custody solutions. We are delighted to welcome Bybit to our growing network of integrated exchanges.”

Looking Ahead

As part of the Sygnum Protect roadmap, the next phase will introduce automated collateral transfers between exchanges to further enhance capital efficiency and asset allocation for institutional clients.

With this collaboration, Bybit continues to deliver on its mission of creating a secure, transparent, and innovative trading environment, giving institutions the tools they need to thrive in the evolving digital asset landscape.

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About Bybit

Bybit is the world’s second-largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume, serving a global community of over 70 million users. Founded in 2018, Bybit is redefining openness in the decentralized world by creating a simpler, open and equal ecosystem for everyone. With a strong focus on Web3, Bybit partners strategically with leading blockchain protocols to provide robust infrastructure and drive on-chain innovation. Renowned for its secure custody, diverse marketplaces, intuitive user experience, and advanced blockchain tools, Bybit bridges the gap between TradFi and DeFi, empowering builders, creators, and enthusiasts to unlock the full potential of Web3. Discover the future of decentralized finance at Bybit.com.

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Sygnum is a global digital asset banking group, founded on Swiss and Singapore heritage. We empower professional and institutional investors, banks, corporates and DLT foundations to invest in digital assets with complete trust. Our team enables this through our institutional-grade security, expert personal service and portfolio of regulated digital asset banking, asset management, tokenization and B2B services. In Switzerland, Sygnum holds a banking license and has CMS and Major Payment Institution licences in Singapore. The group is also regulated in the established global financial hubs of Abu Dhabi, Luxembourg and Liechtenstein. We believe that the future has heritage. Our crypto-native team of banking, investment and digital asset technology professionals are building a trusted gateway between the traditional and digital asset economies that we call Future Finance. To learn more about how Sygnum’s mission and values are shaping this digital asset ecosystem, please visit sygnum.com and follow us on LinkedIn and X.

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John Crane unveils game-changing Type 8628VL mechanical seal, setting new benchmark for ethane pipeline performance

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SLOUGH, England, Sept. 9, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — John Crane has launched the Type 8628VL, a next generation mechanical seal engineered to solve the oil and gas industry’s toughest challenges: maintaining sealing integrity in multiphase ethane and ethylene pipelines. Designed to perform under volatile pressure and temperature conditions, the Type 8628VL leverages spiral groove non-contacting technology to deliver exceptional reliability, operational efficiency, and environmental compliance.

Solving the Multiphase Challenge in Pipeline Infrastructure

Ethane pipelines present unique challenges due to frequent fluid phases shift from liquid to vapour to supercritical, which can compromise conventional seal performance. The Type 8628VL addresses this by employing dual non-contacting seal faces in a tandem configuration, a design validated by peer-reviewed Lubricants (MDPI) research. The research confirmed that spiral groove non-contacting seal faces deliver superior hydrodynamic lift, phase-change resilience, and zero-wear operation in volatile fluid applications, ultimately allowing ethane pipelines to eliminate friction and wear while using the process fluid in these different states to provide lubrication.

Initial Field Installations on the U.S. Gulf Coast

A leading ethane transmission company operating along the U.S. Gulf Coast faced a major operational challenge: Managing phase change during pumping with pressure variations. Ethane, which exists as a liquid at around 18oC (65 oF) and 40 bar (580 psi), transitions to vapour at approximately 32oC (89 oF). This phase change created sealing and reliability issues, impacting uptime and seal life.

The operator installed four Type 8628VL seals on ethane pump equipment experiencing inconsistent performance at ~1100 psi. Three months into continuous operation and intermittent shutdowns, the results were clear:

  • Non-contacting performance across all phases – liquid, vapour and supercritical
  • Extremely low leakage
  • Zero failures

“The performance is exactly what we hoped for — consistent, reliable, and robust. We now have full confidence in uptime,” said a senior reliability engineer from the customer site.

In addition, the deployment delivered measurable improvements in service turnaround, local service centre support and reduced refurbishment times.  It also lowered the costs associated with complex refurbishment, while the seal’s multiphase capability eliminated a key cause of premature seal failure.

Key Benefits:

  • Enhanced Reliability: Operates nearly twice as long as conventional wet seals with liquid barrier fluid, with a mean time between repair (MTBR) of up to 48 months and beyond.
  • Efficiency and Sustainability: Requires only 2-3 GPM of flush fluid – a fraction of the 10-30 GPM fluid required when contacting seal faces are applied. This reduces the size and capacity and resulting cost of flush fluid systems used with contacting seal technology.
  • Lower Operating Costs: Requires minimal maintenance, with operations targeting MTBR of 48 months and beyond.
  • Dramatically simplified sealing support systems: The dual unpressurised arrangement eliminates the need for complex API Plan 54 or 53B systems. This eliminates liquid barrier fluids and the cooling water associated with such systems.

Competitive Differentiation in a Changing Market

“Unlike hybrid or contacting seals, the Type 8628VL delivers pure non-contacting operation, even during rapid phase transitions,” said Mike Eason, Chief Technology Officer at John Crane.  It’s a significant step forward for the sector,”   

Eason added: “We will continue to expand our portfolio with products that meet customer reliability and energy transition goals. The Type 8628VL is a testament to our commitment to innovate for greater efficiency zero greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions”.

HUBLOT AMBASSADOR AND FOOTBALL CHAMPION KYLIAN MBAPPÉ UNVEILS THE NEW CLASSIC FUSION CHRONOGRAPH UEFA CHAMPIONS LEAGUE TITANIUM: A WATCH THAT SCORES ON EVERY FRONT

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This year, two legacies align.
70 years of the European Cup.
10 years of Hublot as Official Watch. 
Lift the moment. Wear the legend.

NYON, Switzerland, Sept. 9, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — In football, timing is everything. Since 2015, Hublot has been the Official Watch of the UEFA Champions League, measuring greatness, second by second, goal by goal, glory by glory. To celebrate 10 years of unforgettable moments, Hublot introduces the Classic Fusion Chronograph UEFA Champions League Titanium, a limited-edition timepiece that kicks off the 2025/26 season in style, available in just 100 pieces. Dressed in legendary blue. Powered by the spirit of champions.

Hublot Ambassador Kylian Mbappé wearing Classic Fusion UEFA Champions League timepiece
Hublot Ambassador Kylian Mbappé wearing Classic Fusion UEFA Champions League timepiece

Since joining the UEFA Champions League stage in 2015, Hublot has timed over 800 matches, logging everything from the most spectacular goals to the most unforgettable comebacks. Every second counted. Every memory captured. As the European Cup celebrates 70 years, from its roots in 1955 to becoming the world’s most-watched annual sporting event, Hublot is proud to have been part of the last decade. Together, we’ve shared the moments that live forever.

The Classic Fusion Chronograph UEFA Champions League Titanium is a collector’s item for true football aficionados. This 100-piece limited edition features a 42mm satin-finished and polished titanium case, a gradient blue dial and the UEFA Champions League logo applied on the 3 o’clock counter. The strap fuses black rubber with blue calf leather, proudly bearing the iconic UEFA Champions League starball emblem. Because legends deserve more than a box, each watch is presented in a custom wooden case, complete with an official miniature UEFA Champions League trophy replica: the only one you don’t have to win to lift, but that makes you feel like a winner every time you wear the watch.

Hublot CEO, Julien Tornare stated: “Football isn’t just a game, it’s a feeling. From the roar of the crowd to the silence before a penalty, every beat matters. And this watch is built to beat with you. Football has the power to unite, inspire and move us. It’s hearts racing, nations watching, legends rising. At Hublot, we celebrate the joy of shared moments and the thrill of chasing greatness. That’s what drives us. Because we don’t just measure time, we celebrate it!” 

The Classic Fusion Chronograph UEFA Champions League Titanium is available at Hublot boutiques worldwide and on Hublot.com.

HUBLOT: www.hublot.com

Hublot Classic Fusion UEFA Champions League Titanium timepiece
Hublot Classic Fusion UEFA Champions League Titanium timepiece

 

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