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OSL and MetaComp Alliance to Foster Compliant Cross-Border Digital Asset Infrastructure Between Hong Kong and Singapore

SINGAPORE, Sept. 8, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — MetaComp Pte Ltd (MetaComp), a leading licensed cross-border FX and digital assets infrastructure provider headquartered in Singapore and licensed by the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS), and OSL Group (HKEX:863), the leading global compliant digital financial infrastructure platform, have announced a comprehensive strategic partnership to collaborate to advance digital solutions for cross-border payments, improve real-world asset (RWA) token market infrastructure, and foster regulatory-compliant innovation between Hong Kong and Singapore.

OSL and MetaComp Alliance to Foster Compliant Cross-Border Digital Asset Infrastructure Between Hong Kong and Singapore
OSL and MetaComp Alliance to Foster Compliant Cross-Border Digital Asset Infrastructure Between Hong Kong and Singapore

At the heart of this collaboration is a shared commitment to building a robust and interconnected ecosystem for digital assets and tokenized finance. The partnership aims to address critical market needs by enhancing liquidity, enabling cross-border payments, facilitating compliant RWA token trading, and strengthening digital asset management and compliance frameworks.

To support the growing demand for over-the-counter (OTC) digital asset trading, MetaComp and OSL will examine ways to connect and integrate liquidity networks to improve trade execution for institutional clients dealing in digital assets, including payment instruments. This effort will enhance OTC market efficiency across the two financial centers, offering better pricing, reduced slippage, and seamless access to liquidity.

The two firms will also co-develop infrastructure links built on MetaComp’s and OSL’s infrastructures to facilitate the use of stablecoins for cross-border payments. This initiative will enable payment service providers and financial institutions to move value between Hong Kong and Singapore with greater speed, cost-efficiency, and transparency, while fully adhering to the regulatory frameworks of both jurisdictions.

Recognizing the growing role of tokenization in capital markets, OSL and MetaComp, together with MetaComp’s parent company Alpha Ladder Finance Pte Ltd (ALFIN), a Capital Markets Service License holder regulated by MAS, will examine solutions to better enable the cross-listing and trading of tokenized real-world assets, which can be purchased using fiat or stablecoins, in compliance with stringent regulatory standards. The initiative aims to establish more liquid and transparent regulated markets for RWA tokens in Asia, unlocking access to previously illiquid assets for institutional and accredited investors.

Further strengthening the partnership’s foundation is a shared focus on compliance and risk management. MetaComp and OSL will collaborate on enhancing anti-money laundering and counter-terrorism financing (AML/CFT) measures by leveraging industry-leading KYC databases, on-chain wallet analytics, and cross-chain transaction tracing tools. These efforts are intended to uphold the highest standards of integrity while protecting clients and the broader ecosystem from illicit activity.

“This partnership with OSL represents a significant milestone in our commitment to building the next generation of digital financial infrastructure,” said Tin Pei Ling, Co-President of MetaComp. “By combining our strengths, we are not only advancing regional connectivity but also setting new benchmarks for compliance and innovation in digital asset markets.”

Eugene Cheung, Chief Commercial Officer of OSL Group, said:  “Hong Kong and Singapore are natural partners in shaping Asia’s digital finance future. Through this collaboration with MetaComp, we’re laying the groundwork for interoperable, real-world solutions that serve institutional needs and meet the highest regulatory expectations.”

The partnership underscores both firms’ long-term vision of enabling responsible growth and technological innovation in digital finance across Asia’s key capital markets.

About MetaComp

MetaComp is a leading licensed cross-border FX and digital assets infrastructure provider headquartered in Singapore and licensed by the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) under the Payment Services Act 2019. Operating on a P2B2C (platform-to-business/partners-to-clients) model, MetaComp empowers institutions, payment service providers, fintechs, and global enterprises to navigate the evolving cross-border payments and the digital asset economy with confidence.

With a strong emphasis on compliance, security, and institutional-grade infrastructure, MetaComp delivers an end-to-end suite of digital finance solutions — including OTC and exchange trading, fiat payment rails, regulated digital asset custody, and prime brokerage services. MetaComp is a subsidiary of Alpha Ladder Finance Pte. Ltd., a MAS-licensed Capital Markets Services (CMS) licensee and Recognised Market Operator (RMO). 

Through its proprietary Client Asset Management Platform (CAMP), MetaComp provides a secure, integrated environment that bridges traditional finance with digital assets.

MetaComp’s latest innovation, StableX, is a next-generation cross-border FX and liquidity routing infrastructure designed to simplify and accelerate global fund flows. Powered by stablecoins and USD, StableX intelligently optimises multi-currency conversions and settlements, enabling faster, more cost-effective, and highly competitive cross-border transactions. As the FX layer within CAMP, StableX combines the programmability of digital assets with the reliability of regulated infrastructure, delivering a scalable, compliant and seamless ecosystem for the future of global finance.

To learn more about MetaComp and its regulated infrastructure and solutions, visit www.mce.sg

For media inquiries, please contact: pr@mce.sg 

About OSL Group

OSL Group (HKEX: 863) is a leading global financial infrastructure platform bridging traditional finance and the digital asset economy through blockchain technology. The Group is dedicated to providing efficient, seamless, and regulatory-compliant financial services to individuals and businesses worldwide.

OSL delivers a comprehensive suite of regulated services through its licensed platforms, including 24/7 OTC brokerage with deep liquidity fiat gateways and competitive pricing; omnibus brokerage solutions enabling traditional financial institutions to integrate digital assets; SOC 2 Type 2-certified custody with up to US$1 billion insurance protection; and compliant retail trading channels; wealth management solutions, including scheduled launches on tokenised treasuries and RWAs; and in preparation for cross-border payment infrastructure via OSL Pay.

“Open, Secure, Licensed” are the principles OSL lives by. OSL is expanding its compliant infrastructure across Japan, Australia, and Europe, potentially Southeast Asia, powering the next generation of global financial infrastructure.

For media inquiries, please contact: media@osl.com 

Media OutReach Newswire Strengthens Press Release Distribution Network in Singapore and Southeast Asia

Only global newswire to provide guaranteed news postings with Mediacorp and SPH Media


HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 8 September 2025 – Media OutReach Newswire, Asia Pacific’s first global newswire, has further cemented its reputation as the leading newswire for Singapore and Southeast Asia, with guaranteed news posting partnerships with Mediacorp and SPH Media, Singapore’s two leading media companies.

Dedicated page on CNA for Media OutReach Newswire press releases
Dedicated page on CNA for Media OutReach Newswire press releases

Through the partnerships, Media OutReach Newswire becomes CNA’s first content partner and the only global newswire to offer guaranteed verbatim online news postings on both SPH’s MoneyFM89.3 and Mediacorp’s CNA.

By providing PR and communications professionals direct access to Singapore’s two top media, Media OutReach significantly enhances their stories’ reach and impact, in Singapore, across Southeast Asia, ASEAN, and the Asia Pacific region.

CNA is Singapore’s most used online news source, with a weekly reach of 47%, and one of the country’s two most trusted news media according to a recent study by Reuters Institute*.

Jennifer Kok, Founder & CEO of Media OutReach Newswire, shared: “As champions of the PR industry and the media, we are pleased to partner with both SPH and Mediacorp, and honoured to be the first newswire content partner of CNA. Our total communication solution allows PR and Communication professionals in Singapore to reach journalists and editors, secure write ups, build media relations and gives them multiformat post release reports, filled with data insights and PR campaign intelligence.”

In the AI era, Media OutReach Newswire’s unique guaranteed verbatim news postings, on authoritative online news media across Asia Pacific, North America, UK and Europe, Middle East, Africa and Latin America give companies a clear advantage in AI Search, SEO and GEO. Media range from local and regional to global media such as CNA, Malay Mail, The Sun Daily, Sinchew, Vietnam News, Vietnam Plus, Daum, Livedoor, AP, AFP, Yahoo, Marketwatch, Market Insider, Financial Times, Zawya, Arabian Post, and Slovenia Times.

Jennifer added, “Media OutReach Newswire’s verbatim news postings on real and trusted news websites make AI models find your content and cite it in search results –vital in driving brand trust as more people search using AI. The verbatim format also gives communicators the ability to control the narrative and the story. This makes the press release, and PR professionals, more relevant than ever.”

The partnerships with Mediacorp and SPH Media solidify Media OutReach Newswire’s position as the trusted newswire of choice for PR professionals, communicators, media and brands alike, across Asia Pacific and the globe.

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About Media OutReach Newswire

Media OutReach Newswire is Asia Pacific’s first global newswire, serving as a trusted partner to the media, PR and communications professionals, corporations, and government bureaus, across the region and the globe.

Founded in 2009 on a passion to champion the PR industry, Media OutReach Newswire leverages next-generation technology to redefine the field of press release distribution, and to build brand equity and trust for our clients, as a total communications provider.

With a curated network of 200,000 editors and journalists, 70,000+ media titles, from 1,500 media partners in more than 40 languages, Media OutReach Newswire is the only newswire providing guaranteed verbatim news postings on authoritative media sites, powering SEO and GEO.

Headquartered in Hong Kong, with offices across China, Singapore, Japan, Malaysia, Thailand, Vietnam and Taiwan, our global press release distribution network spans Asia Pacific and Southeast Asia, the US, Canada and Latin America, Europe and the UK, the Middle East and Gulf States, as well as Africa.

For more information about our services, solutions and network, please visit

Fujitsu develops generative AI reconstruction technology for optimized and energy-efficient AI models based on Takane LLM

TOKYO, Sept. 8, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Fujitsu announced the development of a new reconstruction technology for generative AI. The new technology, positioned as a core component of the Fujitsu Kozuchi AI service, will strengthen the Fujitsu Takane LLM by enabling the creation of lightweight, power-efficient AI models.

The advancement is underpinned by two key innovations: quantization and specialized AI distillation. Fujitsu’s proprietary 1-bit quantization technology applied to Takane achieves a remarkable 94% reduction in memory consumption, while maintaining an unprecedented 89% accuracy retention rate compared to unquantized models. This leads to a three-fold increase in inference speed, significantly outperforming conventional quantization methods. Consequently, large generative AI models previously requiring multiple high-end GPUs can now efficiently operate on a single low-end GPU.

Fujitsu’s world-first specialized AI distillation not only significantly reduces model size, but also enhances accuracy beyond that of the original model. This brain-inspired approach extracts and condenses task-specific knowledge, creating highly efficient and reliable specialized AIs.

This revolutionary lightweighting capability promises to democratize cutting-edge AI, enabling the deployment of sophisticated agentic AI on edge devices such as smartphones and factory machinery. This will lead to improved real-time responsiveness, enhanced data security, and a radical reduction in power consumption for AI operations, significantly contributing to a sustainable AI society.

Fujitsu plans to roll out trial environments for Takane with this applied technology starting in the second half of fiscal year 2025 and will progressively release models of Cohere’s research open-weight Command A quantized via Hugging Face. Fujitsu remains committed to advancing generative AI capabilities to solve complex societal challenges and unlock new possibilities for AI utilization.

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Lao Authorities Seize Four Kilograms of Heroin at Wattay International Airport

Lao authorities seized 4 kilograms of heroin hidden in a clarinet case at Wattay International Airport, arresting a 78-year-old Australian national. 6 September 2025. (Photo credit: The Lao Ministry of Finance)

Lao authorities seized four kilograms of heroin during a joint inspection at Wattay International Airport, leading to the arrest of a 78-year-old Australian national.

The narcotics were found concealed inside the hammock and were reportedly intended to be smuggled to Taiwan, according to officials

The operation involved officers from the Investigation and Anti-Smuggling Division, customs officials, immigration police, and international terminal protocol staff.

This latest seizure adds to a string of major drug trafficking attempts intercepted at Wattay International Airport this year. 

In May alone, authorities confiscated more than 134 kilograms of narcotics and arrested multiple international suspects. 

Lao authorities on 29 May arrested a 70-year-old Dutch national at Wattay International Airport after finding 5.8 kilograms of heroin hidden in aluminum-lined blankets inside two travel bags.

On 27 May, Lao authorities arrested three Malaysian nationals as they attempted to smuggle 103 packages of marijuana, weighing 86 kilograms, to Germany. The suspects concealed the drugs in six suitcases. 

On 22 May, authorities detained a Bulgarian citizen after uncovering 14 kilograms of heroin packed inside animal feed and coffee bags prepared for shipment abroad. 

A day earlier, on 21 May, officers seized 31 packets of heroin, totaling 28.5 kilograms, from the luggage of a passenger from an undisclosed African nation, who had hidden the drugs in animal feed and coffee bags.

The Lao Ministry of Public Security has handled all five cases through legal proceedings.

DRONTECH ASIA 2025 RETURNS TO KUALA LUMPUR, SHOWCASING CUTTING-EDGE DRONE & UAV INNOVATIONS

The region’s premier drone and UAV exhibition and conference enters its second edition with strong global participation, a high-level opening by Malaysia’s Deputy Minister of Investment, Trade and Industry, and a mission to drive ASEAN’s leadership in unmanned technologies.

KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia, Sept. 8, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Aerosea Exhibitions Sdn Bhd is proud to announce the return of DronTech Asia 2025, the region’s premier drone and UAV exhibition and conference, taking place from 30 September to 2 October 2025 at MITEC, Kuala Lumpur, under the theme “Pushing the Boundaries of Innovation and Technology.”

DronTech Asia 2025 will open its doors on 30 September 2025 at MITEC Kuala Lumpur
DronTech Asia 2025 will open its doors on 30 September 2025 at MITEC Kuala Lumpur

Now in its second edition, DronTech Asia continues to expand its international footprint through a unique partnership between Aerosea Exhibitions Sdn Bhd (Malaysia) and GML Exhibitions (Thailand) Co., Ltd. The event is organised alternately between Kuala Lumpur and Bangkok, ensuring its position as a truly ASEAN-driven platform with global reach.

The Official Opening Ceremony will be held on 30 September 2025 and officiated by the Deputy Minister of Investment, Trade and Industry Malaysia, YB Tuan Liew Chin Tong.

This year, DronTech Asia 2025 features strong participation from key industry leaders across the region and beyond, including companies from China, Indonesia, the Kyrgyz Republic, Malaysia, Singapore, Turkiye, and USA. Leading names such as Aonic, Alphaswift Industries, CUAV Tech Inc, Malvus Sense, G7 Aerospace, Hobbywing Technology, Grepow Battery, Sky Hammer Electronic, Autel Robotics, Krumas, Bandwork, Full Power Global Limited (Jiaying), Vigorpower and Snellwing, among others, will showcase the latest in drone technology, components, and applications.

Running alongside the exhibition, the DronTech Asia 2025 Conference will feature three days of high-level discussions, focusing on Policy and Cross-Border Integration, ASEAN Sandbox Diplomacy, and Investment, Innovation and Export Readiness, with keynote sessions by the Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security Malaysia, the Civil Aviation Authority of Malaysia, and the Malaysian Aerospace Industry Association (MAIA), and other distinguished speakers.

“DronTech Asia was created as a platform dedicated to the drone and UAV industry for the entire region. The pace at which this industry is growing demands a collaborative platform where governments, regulators, industry players, and innovators can come together. By alternating between Kuala Lumpur and Bangkok, we are ensuring that DronTech Asia will continue to expand its influence as the meeting point for ASEAN and beyond.” said Tan Sri Asmat Kamaludin, Chairman of Aerosea Exhibitions Sdn Bhd.

“NAICO Malaysia is proud to collaborate with Aerosea Exhibitions on DronTech Asia 2025, a platform that reflects our shared ambition to elevate the drone and UAV ecosystem in Malaysia and across ASEAN. This event is not only a showcase of innovation, but also a space where regulators, industry players, and researchers can converge to shape policy, drive investment, and accelerate regional leadership. By fostering such collaborations, DronTech Asia is helping to ensure that the growth of this industry translates into real economic impact and technological advancement for our nations.” said Prof. Ts. Shamsul Kamar Abu Samah, Chief Executive Officer of the National Aerospace Industry Corporation Malaysia (NAICO).

The importance of DronTech Asia extends beyond technology. As drones become indispensable across multiple sectors – from agriculture, defence and security, and infrastructure development, to healthcare, logistics, environmental monitoring, and telecommunications – the exhibition provides a vital space for stakeholders to explore how UAVs can drive growth, efficiency, and sustainability.

With the global drone market projected to reach USD 127 billion by 2025, DronTech Asia 2025 is set to play a pivotal role in connecting industry players, policymakers, and innovators with new opportunities across ASEAN and the wider global market.

DronTech Asia 2025 is open to trade visitors, industry professionals, and all stakeholders seeking to explore the limitless potential of drones and UAVs.

For event updates, visitor registration, and exhibitor enquiries, please visit www.drontechasia.com.

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Samyang Corporation Showcases Nexweet® Allulose at ‘Fine Food Australia’ Exhibition

– Participates in ‘Fine Food Australia,’ an international food exhibition held in Sydney, Australia, from August 8th to 11th.

– Aims to enhance brand recognition and expand sales channels in the local market, following the ‘Novel Food’ approval in Australia and New Zealand.

SEOUL, South Korea, Sept. 8, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Samyang Corporation (CEO Choi Nag-hyun) announced its participation in the ‘Fine Food Australia (FFA)’ international food exhibition held in Sydney, Australia, from August 8th to 11th.

Overview of Samyang Corporation's booth at ‘Fine Food Australia’
Overview of Samyang Corporation’s booth at ‘Fine Food Australia’

FFA showcases the latest trends and innovations in the global food industry, featuring a variety of food-related products and technologies, including food, meat, seafood, bakery, and dairy products. This year marks the 41st anniversary of the exhibition, with over 900 companies from 45 countries participating.

Participating for the first time, Samyang Corporation focuses on promoting the quality, technology, and tailored sugar reduction solutions of its sugar alternative, ‘allulose.’ As the first allulose producer worldwide to receive ‘Novel Food’ approval in Australia and New Zealand, recognizing it as a safe food, and currently being the exclusive supplier of allulose in the region, Samyang Corporation plans to use this exhibition as a stepping stone to enhance brand recognition and expand sales channels.

At its booth, Samyang Corporation offers tasting samples of cereal bars and gummies made with allulose, featuring reduced calories and sugar content while maintaining an indulgent sweetness, to help visitors understand the product. The company also plans to accelerate customer acquisition through active promotional activities.

Allulose is the most sugar-like sweetener with about 70% of the sweetness of sugar but almost zero calories. Samyang Corporation developed liquid allulose based on its own enzyme technology in 2016 and has been supplying allulose under the brand ‘Nexweet®’ both domestically and internationally since 2021. Last year, the company completed a comprehensive specialty plant in Ulsan, establishing the largest production facility in Korea with an annual capacity of 13,000 tons.

Lee Sang-hoon, head of Samyang Corporation’s Food BU, stated, “Samyang Corporation is dedicated to enhancing brand recognition and securing sales channels by participating in local food exhibitions to maximize the advantage of being the exclusive supplier of allulose in Australia and New Zealand. We will continue to actively participate in food exhibitions in various countries and proactively pursue licensing in countries around the world.”

Wel-Bloom and New-In to Exhibit at Vitafoods Asia 2025, Advancing Sustainable Innovation in Nutrition

NEW TAIPEI CITY, Sept. 8, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — As a leader of jelly supplements, Wel-Bloom Biotech will join its affiliated company New-In in exhibiting at Vitafoods Asia 2025, held in Bangkok, Thailand from September 17 to 19, 2025. The showcase will feature a variety of technologies and Taiwan-sourced ingredient applications, presenting an upgraded one-stop CDMO service that reflects the group’s commitment to both nutritional innovation and sustainable manufacturing.

Having developed health supplements for brand partners in over 60 countries worldwide, Wel-Bloom is recognized for its high level of customization in flavor, texture, and formulation. This year, the company introduces its innovative NutriOne™ oil-based jelly technology, which effectively addresses key challenges of oil-based ingredients such as stability, odor, and consumption convenience—significantly enhancing product marketability.

Wel-Bloom offers one-stop supplement CDMO services with expert customization in flavor, texture, and formulation.
Wel-Bloom offers one-stop supplement CDMO services with expert customization in flavor, texture, and formulation.

Wel‑ROS6® black roselle extract is a highlight ingredient at this year’s exhibition. Co-developed by Wel-Bloom in partnership with Taiwanese agricultural specialists, this roselle extract is rich in anthocyanins and offers outstanding stability and nutritional value, making it ideal for a wide range of product applications. Through Wel-Bloom’s efficacy platform, the ingredient’s health potential can be systematically explored and supported by scientific data, enhancing its credibility in product development. In July, Wel‑ROS6® was introduced at a trend seminar hosted by a well-known nutritionist and quickly garnered strong interest within Taiwan’s nutrition community. The showcase will also feature other signature Taiwan-origin ingredients such as Wel‑EGT® and ZiDe‑T™, reflecting Wel-Bloom’s strategic focus on functionally validated ingredient innovation.

In addition, three newly developed ingredients will make their international debut at the show:

  • Wel‑βoost™ – supports immune health
  • Fit‑Da™ – promotes healthy weight management
  • Z3ELAX™ – designed for stress relief and sleep support

All three were formulated by Wel-Bloom and are exclusively distributed worldwide by New-In, reflecting the group’s R&D-to-market integration and rapid application capabilities.

Vitafoods Asia 2025 will take place at the Queen Sirikit National Convention Center in Bangkok. Wel-Bloom warmly invite partners and industry professionals to visit Booth J25 to explore new possibilities in nutrition innovation.

BLUETTI Launches 9.9 Mega Sale on Lazada: Affordable Backup for Every Home

MANILA, Philippines , Sept. 8, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — BLUETTI, a technology pioneer in clean energy, is launching its 9.9 Mega Sale on Lazada from September 8th to 18th, with up to 70% off, flash deals, and exclusive gifts. The newly-released Elite series provide next-level backup power with enhanced performance, efficiency, and portability. These offerings give Filipinos an affordable way to prepare for power outages triggered by ongoing monsoon rains and typhoons.

BLUETTI
BLUETTI

New Elite 100 V2: Keep Life Going During Outage

Power outages throw life into a mess—freezers thaw and fans stop. The Elite 100 V2 restores order with 1,800W output (2,700W surge) packed in a 35% more compact casing. 11 versatile outlets cater to all essentials, including phones, fridges, and electric fans for uninterrupted comforts. A 1,024Wh LiFePO4 battery offers about 9 hours of TV time. Fueled by the latest TurboBoost tech, charging is faster than ever: 0-80% in 45 minutes from the wall or a full solar charge in just 70 minutes.

New Elite 200 V2: Extended Backup for Bigger Loads

For households or small stores that need stronger backup, the Elite 200 V2 pumps out 2,600W power for heavy-duty microwaves and commercial coolers while being 40% smaller than the peers. Its self-comsumption drops to an industry low, allowing the 2073.6Wh capacity to power a 40W fan for over 32 hours, or a 100W fridge for 14 hours. Built with automotive-grade LiFePO₄ cells, it promises up to 17 years of service life—12 times longer than the average.

BLUETTI EB3A: Grab-and-Go Everyday Power

Flooding often forces families to evacuate on short notice. The 4.6kg EB3A provides critical mobile power (600W/268Wh) in a pinch. It has 9 outlets to keep everyone’s phones charged and the network operational. A built-in LED light with an SOS mode adds convenience during emergencies.

Extra Perks

BLUETTI is sweetening the sale with exclusive freebies: a carrying pack or Decathlon backpack with the AC70 and Elite 100 V2, plus a trolley for AC200L and Elite 200 V2 buyers (limited availability). Customers can also join BLUETTI philippines social media giveaway to win an AC2A. Explore the BLUETTI Lazada store now.

About BLUETTI

Founded in 2009, BLUETTI has grown into a leading clean energy brand with innovative portable power stations, solar panels, and home storage systems. Serving over 4 million customers in 110+ countries, BLUETTI continues to make sustainable, reliable power accessible to households worldwide.