BERLIN, Sept. 5, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Midea, a global leader in innovative home and lifestyle solutions, proudly announced a major achievement at IFA 2025: earning four authoritative VDE certifications from one of Europe’s most respected independent testing and certification organizations. This milestone underscores Midea’s commitment to helping consumers “Master Your Home” with appliances engineered for energy efficiency, reliability, and healthier living.

The certifications recognize Midea’s breakthroughs in energy efficiency, reliability, healthy cooking, and convenience, setting a new benchmark for smart home innovation.

Energy Efficiency: Certified Class A Performance, Reduced Consumption

Green and environmental protection are central to Midea’s strategy and social responsibility. By developing high-reflectivity coatings, a graphene heating element, and an AI temperature control algorithm, Midea boosts efficiency by 25% and reduces large-oven energy consumption by 50%, fully meeting the new Class A energy efficiency standards.

Reliability & Durability: 10-Year Magnetron Lifespan

The magnetron, the heart of a microwave oven, is crucial to its longevity. Midea’s TU1 anodes, with over 99.9% copper and oxygen below 5.4×10-5Pa, enhance conductivity and heating stability. Combined with pioneering multi-channel methane carbonization, which boosts efficiency and reduces cathode depletion, these innovations double the magnetron’s lifespan to an industry-leading 10 years, ensuring reliable, safe, and durable everyday performance.

Healthy Cooking: Low-Fat Cooking Algorithm

Healthy cooking is a timeless focus for humanity. Midea discovered that high-speed, high-temperature cooking helps break down fat in meat and developed a graphene heating element capable of reaching 1300°C in just 0.2 seconds. Building on this, Midea’s unique cooking mode combines graphene heating with high-temperature steam at precise stages, reducing fat content by 60% while ensuring efficient, healthy, and high-quality cooking.

Fast & Convenient: Ultra-Fast Defrost Technology

Conventional microwave defrosting is slow and time-consuming. Midea discovered that the dielectric constant of meat changes rapidly with temperature and developed adaptive power defrosting technology to address this. The Ultra-Fast Defrosting Algorithm reduces thawing time by up to 40% while ensuring even, consistent results, making daily meal preparation faster, safer, and more convenient for users.

Raising the Bar for Smart Home Innovation

With these four VDE certifications, Midea reinforces its leadership in next-generation smart appliances. By combining scientific innovation with proven safety and performance, Midea delivers trusted solutions that redefine efficiency, durability, health, and convenience in the smart home era.

Experience Midea’s certified innovations at IFA 2025, Main Hall 5.1, and discover how the company continues to push the boundaries of smart home technology.

To learn more about Midea’s innovations and full product lineup, visit the official Midea website.

About MIDEA

Founded in 1968, Midea Group is a Fortune Global 500 technology leader dedicated to improving lives through innovation. Specializing in Smart Home, Industrial Technologies, Robotics & Automation, Healthcare & Medical, and Smart Logistics, Midea delivers solutions that make life more comfortable. Operating 48 production centers, over 200 subsidiaries, and 60 overseas branches, Midea’s portfolio of brands—including Midea, Little Swan, Toshiba, COLMO, Eureka, and KUKA—reaches millions of families worldwide.

BERLIN, Sept. 5, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — The Internationale Funkausstellung Berlin (IFA) 2025 opened today at the Berlin Exhibition Center. Hanvon Ugee made a striking appearance, unveiling innovative products from its Xencelabs, XPPen, and ugee brands, and debuting cutting-edge digital handwriting solutions for industry partners. The showcase highlighted the company’s technical expertise and global vision across professional creation, smart office, and everyday applications.

Xencelabs, a flagship brand in digital drawing tools trusted by global studios and acclaimed artists, introduced its newest model, Pen Display 24+, the world’s first drawing monitor featuring Calman Ready hardware color calibration technology. XPPen, targeting the high-end consumer market, introduced the new-generation touch-screen drawing display, Artist Ultra 16, designed to meet young creators’ demand for individuality and professional-grade tools. Meanwhile, ugee, known for cost-effective solutions, debuted the Fun Drawing Pad UT2 and Trio Pad UT3, tailored to the needs of students and entry-level professionals.

In the industry solutions zone, Hanvon Ugee launched the AI-powered smart recorder Aink Note and the EMR Mini stylus, custom-designed for the TCL NXTPAPER 60 Ultra smartphone. Aink Note combines handwriting and audio recording, featuring an EMR passive pen for real-time digital note capture and dual microphones for 360° omnidirectional sound. Its AI-driven speech-to-text function seamlessly synchronizes handwritten notes with voice recordings. The EMR Mini passive pen, an ultra-compact stylus for slim mobile devices, integrates a high-precision sensing system into the phone’s narrow bezel. It supports writing, annotating, and drawing without charging, while a magnetic design ensures portability.

Hanvon Ugee continues to strengthen its international presence through localization strategies. In Europe, the company has expanded its footprint by participating in top events such as Gamescom and Manga Barcelona, and by partnering with leading institutions including SAE Stuttgart and IED Barcelona. XPPen now holds the leading market share in France’s digital drawing category and ranks among the top brands in the UK, Germany, and Spain, winning broad consumer recognition.

Looking ahead, Hanvon Ugee will continue advancing digital handwriting and intelligent interaction technologies, deepening collaboration with creators and partners worldwide. By driving greater specialization, personalization, and intelligence across its product portfolio, the company aims to deliver smarter, more human-centered tools that empower diverse users—further showcasing the strength and confidence of Chinese innovation on the global stage.

BOSTON, Sept. 5, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — BrainCo’s newly released Revo 2 dexterous hand is redefining the industry standard with a set of remarkable figures: a weight of 383g (about six eggs), a length of 16 cm (comparable to a human female hand), and a grip force of 50N, capable of lifting up to 20kg. This achieves a grip-to-weight ratio of 52.6, showcasing outstanding performance among peers.

With the rapid development of the humanoid robot industry, dexterous hands—as a core component—have long faced a technical challenge: how to balance lightweight design with high load-bearing performance.

This breakthrough is not accidental. Through systematic innovation in biomimetic joint optimization, precision transmission mechanisms, and overall lightweight design, BrainCo has achieved lightweight performance while integrating a 3D tactile sensing system, which can accurately perceive an object’s hardness, texture, and direction of force, and even distinguish the distance when approaching the object.

It is worth noting that tactile functions typically add about 30% more weight, but BrainCo, through innovative integration technology, has broken through technical barriers in materials science, transmission efficiency, and sensor integration, ensuring that tactile sensing and lightweight design coexist perfectly.

This enables Revo 2 not only to “grip” objects but also to “feel” them, easily performing high-difficulty tasks such as lighting a match.

From an application perspective, Revo 2’s operating noise is controlled below 50 decibels, quieter than typical office background noise.

At the same time, the product is compatible with various types of professional gloves on the market, and remains as flexible as barehanded operation even when wearing anti-puncture gloves.

BrainCo has also released a complete SDK development package, supporting EtherCAT and wide-voltage features, significantly reducing the difficulty of developing customized scenarios.

As the humanoid robot market booms, demand for dexterous hands as core components will also grow.

The launch of Revo 2 is propelling the dexterous hand industry into a new stage of “lightweight and high-efficiency” development, providing key technical support for humanoid robots to evolve toward “human-like” manipulation.

Building on years of expertise in developing prosthetic limbs for individuals with disabilities, BrainCo has established a strong technological foundation, which now serves as the base for its strategic expansion into embodied intelligence with the launch of this advanced dexterous hand.

VIENNA, Austria, Sept. 5, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Bybit, the world’s second-largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume, is advancing its European expansion. Bybit EU Group took this next step with the formal application submission for a license under the Austrian implementation act of the Markets in Financial Instruments Directive (MiFID II) through one of its Austrian entities, Bybit X GmbH.

As a licensed investment firm, Bybit X would be permitted to offer regulated derivatives products — including futures and options — to clients across the European Economic Area (EEA). This allows an expansion of the current offering of the bybit.eu platform beyond the crypto-spot services currently covered by the MiCAR authorization of Bybit EU GmbH. This marks the next major step for European expansion after successfully securing the MiCAR license in May 2025.

Bybit founded Bybit EU Group with its headquarters in Vienna, and officially launched its MiCAR-compliant platform, bybit.eu, in July 2025. Since then, Bybit EU has been gaining strong momentum by rolling out innovative features such as spot margin trading with up to 10x leverage, partnering with Circle to strengthen USDC adoption in Europe, introducing its new Bybit Lite app, Bybit Card program and increasing the number of trading pairs to enhance user engagement.

“Regulatory clarity is the key to establishing Europe as one of the most forward-thinking regions globally when it comes to crypto-assets, and we are proud that with Bybit X, our Bybit EU Group has submitted an investment firm license application to the Austrian Financial Market Authority, FMA, as local regulator,” added Mazurka Zheng, Managing Director and CEO of Bybit EU.

“This license will allow Bybit EU Group to expand its services in the EU through Bybit X and Bybit EU and will make it possible to offer derivatives such as futures and options on the bybit.eu platform. We see this as a major boost to our presence in the EEA. Our mission is clear: to provide the full range of crypto-focused services to our European users in the safest and most compliant way possible.”

Bybit X’s license application reflects its commitment to regulatory-first growth in one of the world’s most advanced financial markets. Once such investment firm license is granted, Bybit EU Group aims to provide European clients with a broader suite of products, reinforcing its position as a leader in crypto innovation.

#BybitEU / #TheCryptoHub  /#IMakeIt

About Bybit X and Bybit EU

Bybit X GmbH and Bybit EU GmbH are the newly established European entities, dedicated to serving clients across the European Economic Area (EEA”*” except Malta) via the Bybit.eu platform. The bybit.eu platform is operated by Bybit EU, a licensed Crypto-Asset Service Provider (CASP) under the Markets in Crypto-Assets Regulation (MiCAR). Bybit EU delivers fully regulated crypto-asset services, including crypto custody and  exchange services,  and more, in full compliance with European regulations for investor protection and market integrity.

Bybit X GmbH has applied for a license to provide investment services as an investment firm under the Austrian Securities Supervision Act (Wertpapieraufsichtsgesetz, WAG), the Austrian implementation act of MiFID II.

Bybit EU GmbH is a licensed Crypto-Asset-Service Provider under the Markets in Crypto Assets Regulation (MiCAR), authorized to offer the following services to residents of the European Economic Area (except Malta):
providing custody and administration of crypto-assets on behalf of clients;
exchange of crypto-assets for funds;
exchange of crypto-assets for other crypto-assets;
placing of crypto-assets; and
providing transfer services for crypto-assets on behalf of clients.

Bybit EU GmbH is neither the operator of a trading platform for crypto-assets nor provides investment advice.

Media Contact: press@bybit.com

www.bybit.eu

Disclaimer: This press release is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute investment advice or an offer to buy or sell crypto-assets. The products and services mentioned herein are subject to applicable laws and regulations in the relevant jurisdictions and may not be available in certain regions. As a centralized service provider, Bybit EU may offer certain products that operate on an off-chain basis, where user assets are held by Bybit EU and rewards are calculated and distributed internally without recording transactions on the blockchain. Past performance is not indicative of future results. Users should carefully assess all risks before participating in any crypto-asset-related activity.

ISTANBUL, Sept. 5, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — As the world’s largest home and consumer technology event, IFA Berlin once again brings together industry leaders to unveil cutting-edge innovations that anticipate and meet evolving consumer needs. At this key moment for the industry, Beko proudly presents its pioneering advancements in smart home appliances, reflecting a strong commitment to sustainability and enhanced user experience.

Akın Garzanlı, Beko CMO

Building on a legacy of reliability, Beko is taking a significant step forward by integrating artificial intelligence (AI) into everyday household appliances. This integration enables appliances to learn from users’ daily routines, optimizing their performance to improve energy and water efficiency without compromising convenience or functionality.

A key enabler of this smart home revolution is Beko’s platform, HomeWhiz, which provides users with actionable insights and seamless control over their appliances through their smartphones. HomeWhiz offers a range of powerful features designed to reduce environmental impact and extend appliance longevity, including:

• Energy & Water Management: Tracks consumption patterns and delivers clear, actionable insights that help users reduce utility bills while conserving resources.
• Over-the-Air Updates: Allows remote deployment of new features and efficiency upgrades, ensuring appliances remain up-to-date and continue to improve over time.
• Predictive Maintenance: Monitors appliance health to identify potential issues before they escalate, helping prevent breakdowns and prolonging appliance lifespan.

Within Beko’s innovation portfolio, the Intelligent Laundry Care suite highlights the company’s commitment to combining fabric care with energy efficiency. Featuring SenseWash technology, these washing machines employ multiple sensors to detect fabric types and load conditions, automatically adapting wash cycles for optimal care and performance. Impressively, A-60% models achieve up to 60% greater energy efficiency compared to the standard A class energy limit under EU regulation standards.^[1]

Connected via HomeWhiz, AdaptiveWash technology leverages AI to gather feedback after each cycle, continuously refining wash programs to deliver customized laundry results aligned with individual consumer needs. Meanwhile, the new FabricCare™ technology ensures up to twice as gentle washing^[2] through a specially designed drum and paddle system that evenly distributes detergent and minimizes fabric friction—extending the life of garments.

Enhancing energy savings further, EnergySpin^[3] technology represents a breakthrough in washing efficiency by optimizing drum movements to achieve up to 35% energy reduction across a wide range of everyday wash programs—not just in eco modes—compared to prior Beko models.

Additionally, while delivering efficient drying efficient drying performance, SilentDry tumble dryers provide superior acoustic comfort, operating quietly at 57–60 dBA. Connected via HomeWhiz, AdaptiveDry technology gathers feedback after each cycle and adapts programs via AI, ensuring laundry results perfectly match consumer preferences. Also, recent tests by Stiftung Warentest ranked two Beko dryers among the top five: one for outstanding energy efficiency and another for the fastest drying time. These models also earned the title “best value for money,” combining reliability and affordability for more accessible energy-efficient drying.^[4]

Akın Garzanlı, Chief Marketing Officer at Beko, said: “Our vision is to harness AI technology thoughtfully to create smarter appliances that adapt seamlessly to everyday life. However, while innovation drives us forward, reliability remains the foundation of everything we do. Consumers expect appliances that perform consistently and last for years, and we are committed to delivering that promise alongside cutting-edge technology. By integrating features such as HomeWhiz, AdaptiveWash and AdaptiveDry, we ensure our products not only meet evolving needs but do so dependably, helping users make eco-friendly choices with confidence.”

About Beko

Beko is an international home appliance company with a strong global presence, operating through subsidiaries in more than 55 countries with a workforce of over 50,000 employees and production facilities spanning multiple regions—including Europe, Asia, Africa, and the Middle East. Beko has 22 brands owned or used with a limited license (Arçelik, Beko, Whirlpool*, Grundig, Hotpoint, Arctic, Ariston*, Leisure, Indesit, Blomberg, Defy, Dawlance, Hitachi*, Voltas Beko, Singer*, ElektraBregenz, Flavel, Bauknecht, Privileg, Altus, Ignis, Polar). Beko became the largest white goods company in Europe with its market share (based on volumes) and reached a consolidated turnover of 10.6 billion Euros in 2024. Beko’s 29 R&D and Design Centers & Offices across the globe are home to over 2,300 researchers and hold more than 3,500 international registered patent applications to date. The company has achieved the highest score in the S&P Global Corporate Sustainability Assessment (CSA) in the DHP Household Durables industry for the sixth consecutive year (based on the results dated 22 November 2024) and has been included in the Dow Jones Sustainability Indices for the eighth consecutive year.** The company has been recognized as the 17^th most sustainable company on TIME Magazine and Statista’s 2025 list of the World’s Most Sustainable Companies. Beko’s vision is ‘Respecting the World, Respected Worldwide.’ 

www.bekocorporate.com 

*Licensee limited to certain jurisdictions.  
**The data presented belongs to Arçelik A.Ş., a parent company of Beko.  

1. 60% more efficient (EEl of 20.8) than A energy class (EEl Limit of 52) as defined by EU regulation 2019/2014
2. Tested by SGS, comparing the Cotton 40° program on the new FabricCare model vs. the previous model without FabricCare technology.
3. In addition to the Eco 40-60 program (declaration program) the energy consumption of Cottons, Synthetics, Xpress/Super Express, Delicates, Mix, Handwash, Wool, Darkcare, and Outdoor/Sports programs is up to 35% less compared to the Beko WTV 9636 XS0 washing machine, without compromising washing performance. EnergySpin is also available in Coldwash, 20°C, Drum Clean, and Downloaded programs.
4. Stiftung Warentest, Tumble dryer test, 09/2025, models B3T4224SD (good 2.0) and B3T3249S (good 2.1), both rated good and recommended as price-performance options.

Beko HomeWhiz Energy Tracking

Beko SilentDry

Whirlpool SenseWash

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NEW YORK, Sept. 5, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — The New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) provides a daily pre-market update directly from the NYSE Trading Floor. Access today’s NYSE Pre-market update for market insights before trading begins. 

Ashley Mastronardi delivers the pre-market update on September 5th

• Stocks are mixed Friday morning following a record close from the S&P 500 on Thursday. Investors are digesting the results from the August jobs report with estimates that the U.S. economy added 75,000 jobs during the month.
• This data comes less than two weeks before the Fed makes its next decision on interest rates. Investors are heavily pricing in a 25-basis point cut to come out of the central bank’s meeting.
• NYSE-listed e.l.f. Beauty will ring the Opening Bell to celebrate its $1 billion acquisition of Hailey Bieber’s cosmetics brand, rhode.

Opening Bell
e.l.f. Beauty (NYSE: ELF) welcomes rhode to their family of six brands that fuel the rocket ship of bold disruptors with kind hearts.

Closing Bell
The Free Markets ETF (NYSE Arca: FMKT) celebrates the launch of the Free Markets ETF

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