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Cyber Creation Ventures × Institute of AI4Sci, PKU: Cybernova Accelerator Redefines the AI Research-to-Market Ecosystem

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SINGAPORE, Sept. 3, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Cyber Creation Ventures (CCV) and the Institute of AI for Science, Peking University Shenzhen Graduate School (Institute of AI4Sci, PKU) proudly announce the launch of the Cybernova Accelerator—a dedicated platform designed to accelerate the commercialization of AI-driven scientific research. By combining a systematic end-to-end framework with an open, collaborative ecosystem, Cybernova aims to fast-track transformative technologies from the lab to the market and reshape the global research-to-market landscape.

Why Build a New Research-to-Market Ecosystem?

The creation of Cybernova Accelerator stems from a shared strategic vision between CCV and the Institute of AI4Sci, PKU: to close the gap between academic breakthroughs and real-world applications.

  • Academic Innovation: The Institute of AI4Sci, PKU is a leading research hub in AI+Science with a strong track record in technology transfer, world-class researchers, and robust reserves of cutting-edge technologies.
  • Commercial Empowerment: CCV, as a global early-stage technology investment firm, brings extensive expertise in commercialization, industry integration, and capital acceleration, supported by its international network and investment track record.

Together, both parties believe that integrating academic discovery with entrepreneurial acceleration will enable them to identify, nurture, and scale AI research projects with transformative global impact.

How Does Cybernova Redefine the Research-to-Market Pathway?

Cybernova Accelerator establishes a comprehensive, end-to-end mechanism that supports projects at every stage of their journey from scientific discovery to industrial deployment:

  • Rigorous Technology Validation – Led by the Institute of AI4Sci, PKU, ensuring scientific breakthroughs undergo systematic academic and technical evaluation.
  • Commercial Empowerment – Driven by CCV’s expertise in market validation, business model design, and financing connections, enabling projects to secure both industry recognition and capital support.
  • End-to-End Market Acceleration – Jointly advanced by both parties through industrial deployment, ecosystem partnerships, and global events, fast-tracking the pathway from lab innovation to real-world adoption.

Beyond the mechanism, Cybernova fosters an open innovation ecosystem by uniting academic mentors, industry leaders, investors, and policy resources. Selected projects will receive mentorship, technical guidance, market entry strategies, and financing opportunities within a sustainable and inclusive environment.

To further amplify its impact, Cybernova will host flagship events such as the annual Cybernova Demo Day and the AI Research Industrialization Summit, alongside regular project roadshows, technology sharing sessions, and industry matchmaking events. These platforms will showcase breakthroughs, facilitate collaboration, and accelerate the journey from lab to market.

A Bold Step Toward Global Innovation

As a transformative bridge between academia and industry, Cybernova represents a bold step in redefining the commercialization model for scientific research. With its integrated mechanism and global reach, the platform aims to incubate technology projects with worldwide influence and accelerate their journey from research to market.

About Cyber Creation Ventures (CCV)

Cyber Creation Ventures (CCV) is a global venture capital firm specializing in early-stage technology investments, rooted in Silicon Valley’s entrepreneurial ethos and the legacy of KPCB. Founded by Wei Zhou, former Managing Partner of KPCB China, alongside the original technology investment team, CCV operates across Singapore, Silicon Valley, and Beijing with assets under management approaching $2 billion.

With extensive entrepreneurial and investment experience, CCV has achieved a 35% unicorn formation rate within its first decade, leading Series A rounds for 80% of its portfolio companies. Its investments span pioneering companies such as JD.com (NASDAQ:JD), VenusTech (002439), Rong360 (NYSE:JT), Perfect Corp (NYSE:PERF), Arrail Dental (HKSE:06639), and many others across frontier technology sectors.

CCV’s partners have been consistently recognized among Forbes’ Top 100 Most Influential Global Chinese, Caijing’s Top 50 Global Chinese Venture Capitalists, and Fortune’s Top 30 Most Influential Investors of the Year, underscoring its leadership in shaping the global venture capital landscape.

About the Institute of AI4Sci, PKU

The Institute of AI for Science, Peking University Shenzhen Graduate School (Institute of AI4Sci, PKU) was established to serve China’s national strategy and the innovation ecosystem of the Greater Bay Area. With a mission to integrate research, industry, and education, it focuses on strategic fields such as AI for Science (drug discovery, protein modeling), large language models, efficient generative AI, embodied AI and algorithm-chip co-design.

The institute brings together internationally renowned scholars, including Academicians Wei-Nan E and Jin Zhang, recipients of the National Science Fund for Distinguished Young Scholars, and global experts from the US, Singapore, and beyond. Equipped with advanced infrastructure such as the “Peng Cheng Cloud Brain” supercomputing cluster and specialized scientific data centers, it supports startups and enterprises in overcoming early-stage technical and resource challenges, accelerating the commercialization of cutting-edge innovation.

Nearly 6,000 Talents Attend as 40+ Leading Companies Recruit at Season III of the 2025 Hong Kong International Talents Career Expo

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HONG KONG, Sept. 3, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — As Hong Kong accelerates the development of its “Eight Centres” strategy and strengthens its global talent initiatives, the 2025 Hong Kong International Talents Career Expo continued its year-round program with Season III: Commerce, Logistics, Culture, Tourism, Sports, Education, Financial Services, and more, alongside the “Enhancing Trade and Logistics, Synergizing Culture, Tourism, Sports and Education, Innovating Financial Services for a Better Quality of Life” Seminar. Both were successfully held on 30 August at the Sheraton Hong Kong Hotel & Towers in Tsim Sha Tsui.

With the same theme, “Gather in Hong Kong, Innovate for the Future,” Season III covered a wider range of industries. Over 40 leading enterprises and institutions exhibited, including The Hong Kong Jockey Club, Hactl, CHUBB, PwC, HKT, Towngas, KLN Logistics Group, ZA Bank, PERSOL, and others. These industry-leading companies offered thousands of high-quality positions in total, such as Marketing Officer, Human Resources Assistant, Customer Service Executive, IT Specialist, Programmer, Engineer, and more.

Nearly 6,000 job seekers were attracted and attended the Expo, setting a new record that surpassed the previous two seasons. These professionals came from diverse regions, including mainland China, France, and India. Additionally, the majority of them held advanced academic qualifications. The whole exhibition hall was crowded with people throughout the day and the booths were filled with a vibrant atmosphere, reflecting strong intent among professionals to explore career opportunities and settle in Hong Kong. The organizers also provided comprehensive talent support services, including policy briefings, career planning, start-up consultation, AI-based CV optimization, and ID photo services.

The opening ceremony featured welcome remarks by Mr. Loman Luo, Chairman of the Organizing Committee of the Hong Kong International Talents Career Expo, Founding Chairman of the Hong Kong Quality And Talent Migrants Association, and Member of the Human Resources Planning Commission. Mr. Luo emphasized that Hong Kong is an open, inclusive, and opportunity-rich international city that enthusiastically welcomes all talents. He said that the organizers of the Expo successfully held Season I in April and Season II in June, and facilitated connections between over 100 prestigious enterprises and more than 8,000 professionals, garnering widespread recognition from the public. He also announced that the Hong Kong International Talent Festival & Season IV of the Career Expo will be held on 20–21 October, which will further enhance platforms for talent development and resource matching to support Hong Kong’s position as an international talent hub.

The Honourable Mrs Regina Ip Lau Suk-yee, Convenor of the Executive Council and Member of the Legislative Council, delivered the opening address. She highlighted the HKSAR Government’s commitment to enhancing talent policies and creating a competitive environment for local and overseas professionals. She also recognized the Expo as an important part of Hong Kong’s mission to establish itself as a hub for global high-caliber talent, as well as “an invitation to opportunities” for professionals from around the world to find endless possibilities in Hong Kong.

Following the opening ceremony, the thematic seminar began with three roundtable discussions, including enhancing commercial and logistics capabilities, fostering cultural-economic integration, and pioneering financial service innovations. Senior government officials, industry leaders, and academic experts exchanged and shared their insights on emerging industry trends and prospects for talent growth.

In addition, the Hong Kong Immigration Department hosted a special speech for talents. Officials provided comprehensive explanations of different Talent Admission Schemes, such as the Top Talent Pass Scheme (TTPS) , the Quality Migrant Admission Scheme (QMAS), and the Immigration Arrangements for Non-local Graduates (IANG). They detailed the eligibility requirements, application procedures, and visa renewal mechanisms.

The Expo was co-organized by the Hong Kong Quality and Talent Migrants Association, the Hong Kong Management Association, and the Hong Kong Economic Times. The Labour and Welfare Bureau and Hong Kong Talent Engage (HKTE) served as official strategic partners. It was undertaken by Hong Kong Talents Group, with TGather as the comprehensive partner and CTgoodjobs as the comprehensive platform.

At the Expo, HKTE set up a booth to introduce its services and respond to inquiries from participants. HKTE continues to organize and support both online and physical recruitment events, with the aim of assisting talents in their career development and long-term settlement in Hong Kong. It is believed that more high-quality professionals will develop their careers in Hong Kong and contribute to Hong Kong’s development.

AI Meets Rugged Reliability: Getac Expands Its Range of Versatile Rugged Field Devices with Launch of New AI-Ready F120 Tablet and V120 Laptop

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Both new devices build on their best-selling predecessors, introducing cutting-edge technology with larger screens and enhanced specifications tailored for industrial field professionals

News in brief:

  • Getac’s brand new F120 – the world’s first fully rugged Copilot+ PC in a tablet form factor – harnesses the power of edge AI to transform workflows and optimise operational efficiency in the field.
  • The new V120 is derived from years of real-world use of the V110, featuring a host of meaningful upgrades while retaining the hallmark flexible usage form factor to support diverse field operations.
  • Both devices are designed to meet the needs of field professionals in sectors such as defence, utilities, manufacturing, public safety and automotive, who want to optimise their productivity in challenging working environments using the latest technology.

TAIPEI, Sept. 3, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Getac Technology Corporation (Getac), a leading provider of rugged computing and mobile video solutions and a manufacturer with advanced in-house capabilities, today announced the launch of two highly versatile new field devices; the F120 – the world’s first fully rugged Copilot+ PC in a tablet form factor1, and the V120 – an AI-ready fully rugged laptop designed to deliver a premium computing experience in challenging work environments.

Getac F120 V120 Utilities
Getac F120 V120 Utilities

Both new devices are the result of extensive real-world research and customer dialogue, building on Getac’s best-selling F110 and V110 models to deliver two brand new devices that harness the power of AI to unlock new levels of productivity in the field. Shared upgrades include larger 12.2-inch displays with a new narrow-bezel design, slimmer and lighter builds, Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.4, two ThunderboltTM 4 ports, hot-swappable batteries, TPM 2.0, and robust MIL-STD-810H / IP66 certifications, a generational leap in performance and reliability for field professionals.

F120 Fully Rugged Tablet – The World’s First Fully Rugged Tablet as a Copilot+ PC
Copilot+ PCs are the fastest, most intelligent Windows devices currently available, with powerful processors and access to highly advanced AI models that can fundamentally transform workflows and operations in the field. To qualify as a Copilot+ PC, a device must include an NPU (Neural Processor Unit) capable of 40+ TOPS (Trillion Operations Per Second), have a minimum of 16GB of RAM and 256GB of SSD storage, and support at least one form of biometric security authentication.

Getac’s new F120 meets all these criteria. By bringing powerful edge AI into a fully rugged form factor, it transforms how field professionals work in challenging environments. Powered by the latest Intel® CoreTM Ultra 200V Series Processor and groundbreaking Intel® AI Boost NPU with up to 48 TOPS, it accelerates AI-driven tasks like diagnostics, image processing, and real-time analytics, enabling users to tackle challenges faster and more effectively.

With options up to 32GB LPDDR5X memory, 2TB PCIe NVMe SSD storage, and Windows Hello facial recognition, the F120 is designed to support seamless multitasking, offers secure access features, and has the power to handle demanding workloads, making it an ideal tool for professionals in mission-critical environments such as defence, utilities and field operations that demand advanced mobile AI at the edge.

V120 Fully Rugged Laptop – AI-Ready Convertible Powerhouse
Shaped by years of proven deployment across key industries, the V120 builds on Getac’s top-selling V110, incorporating real-world feedback into a refined convertible-hinge design that allows the device to look like a tablet, meeting the evolving needs of frontline professionals.

At the heart of the V120 is an Intel® CoreTM Ultra 200H Series processor with integrated Intel® ArcTM GPUs and Intel® Turbo Boost technology, delivering efficient AI acceleration and smooth multitasking across demanding applications. The standard configuration features 8GB of DDR5 memory and a 256GB PCIe NVMe SSD, with optional upgrades to 64GB RAM and 2TB SSD for users who require even greater capacity.

Bigger Displays, Smarter Form Factors 
Both the F120 and V120 feature a larger 12.2-inch LumiBond display with Smart Touch and Getac sunlight readable technology, upgraded from 11.6 inches in their predecessors. The V120 delivers 1,000 nits of brightness for clear visibility across vehicles and mobile workstations. For outdoor-heavy use in direct sunlight, the F120 boosts brightness to 1,200 nits. With a new narrow-bezel design, both devices are thinner and lighter than the previous generation despite the increased screen size, improving mobility without compromising durability.

Seamless Connectivity and Rugged Performance
Designed for always-on field operations, both devices offer Wi-Fi 7 and Bluetooth 5.4 for fast, stable wireless connectivity. Dual Thunderbolt™ 4 Type-C ports are standard on both models, with the V120 offering an optional third port for additional peripheral flexibility. For users working in remote locations, additional connectivity options include a dedicated GPS module, 4G LTE, 5G Sub-6, with Dual SIM (Nano-SIM 4FF and e-SIM).

Both new devices also feature Getac’s LifeSupport hot-swappable battery technology for all-day productivity, while additional high-capacity batteries are available for even longer periods of operation away from charging facilities. They also include a robust suite of data security features including TPM 2.0 as standard, with additional security options including Intel vPro® Technology, smart card reader, and Absolute Persistence® if required.

Like most Getac devices, the F120 and V120 are MIL-STD-810H and IP66 certified and can operate in extreme temperatures ranging from -29°C to 63°C (-20°F to 145°F). The F120 is also drop resistant up to 6ft (1.8m), while the V120 is drop resistant up to 4ft (1.2m) and features enhanced shock-absorbing corners for additional protection. Optional salt fog certification and ANSI/UL compliance make both devices well suited for use in corrosive, regulated, and high-risk environments.

Enabling High-Impact Use Across Key Industries
These powerful, yet versatile, field-ready devices are designed to help field professionals across multiple industries perform complex tasks with ease. Defence professionals can use the F120’s advanced data processing and extensive connectivity to turn any vehicle into a mobile command and control centre, while the V120’s slim design and flexible form factor aid critical data gathering in high pressure scenarios. Elsewhere, automotive engineers and technicians can use the F120’s AI capabilities to quickly run intricate diagnostics and get vehicles back on the road as fast as possible. Public safety workers such as police officers and emergency first responders can utilise the V120’s AI capabilities alongside the Getac Voice application, which enables real-time transcription of witness interviews at incident scenes, providing instant speech-to-text conversion for written reports.  Witnesses can then sign reports using the device’s touchscreen.

“Modern field professionals need devices they can rely on to solve complex challenges and facilitate high levels of productivity in a wide variety of environments and circumstances. At Getac, we work closely with our customers to not only understand the challenges they are facing today, but also how these challenges are evolving over time, to ensure our rugged solutions continue to meet their changing needs,” says James Hwang, President of Getac Technology Corporation. “The new F120 and V120 build on a proven track record of performance and raise the bar once again, combining powerful AI capabilities, larger screens and weather-resistant functionality in a slimmer, lighter form factor, for optimal field efficiency.”

The F120 and V120 will be available in October.

For more information, please visit www.getac.com

1Status updated as of 2 September 2025; to the best of our knowledge, this product is the first fully rugged tablet as a Microsoft Copilot+ PC. 

About Getac
Getac Technology Corporation is a global leader in AI-capable rugged mobile technology and intelligent video solutions, including laptops, tablets, software, body-worn cameras, in-car video systems, digital evidence management and enterprise video analytics solutions. Getac’s solutions and services are designed to enable extraordinary experiences for frontline workers in challenging environments. Today, Getac serves customers in over 100 countries spanning defence, public safety, ambulance, fire & rescue, utilities, automotive, natural resources, manufacturing, transport, and logistics. Getac was recently recognized as one of Newsweek’s “World’s Most Trustworthy Companies” for 2024. For more information, visit: https://www.getac.com. Participate in the Getac Industry blog or follow the company on LinkedIn and YouTube. 

Getac and Getac logo are trademarks of Getac Holdings Corporation or its affiliates. Other brands or trademarks are the property of their respective owners. ©2025 Getac Technology Corporation.

ACEN Australia’s 900 MW Robbins Island wind project secures federal approval

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  • AUD$3 billion investment – among Tasmania’s largest, driving jobs, training, and long-term growth.
  • Powering 500,000 homes – delivering low-cost clean energy to support state and national climate goals.
  • Community and environment – AUD$ 27M benefits program and eight years of rigorous environmental studies.

SYDNEY, Sept. 3, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — ACEN Australia’s 900 MW Robbins Island Wind project has secured Federal Government approval – a major step in unlocking one of the largest private investments in Tasmania’s history and positioning the state as a major player in Australia’s clean energy transition.

The AUD$3 billion development is expected to generate enough power for up to 500,000 homes, create up to 400 construction jobs, and deliver more than AUD$30 million annually into the Tasmanian economy, alongside a AUD$27 million community benefits program for the Circular Head region.

ACEN Australia Managing Director, David Pollington, said the milestone was a key achievement for ACEN, and important for the Tasmanian economy, the nation’s energy transition and the renewable energy industry more broadly.

“The decision shows that large, complex projects can be delivered responsibly, balancing overall impacts and conserving biodiversity, with the need for clean energy to address climate change,” he said. 

“It comes at a time when Australia faces a stalling energy transition and looming power shortages as coal exits the system. 

“It also reflects the depth and rigour of ACEN’s work to address the assessment criteria and scrutiny applied through the approvals process.” 

The approval follows more than eight years of assessment by all levels of government, including detailed studies of Robbins Island’s natural values. 

This has produced the most comprehensive understanding of its plants and animals to date, giving confidence the project can proceed and manage any environmental risks.

The project will deliver jobs, training and long-term community benefits. Wind then provides low cost baseload generation backed by hydro. As a result, hydro will be able to play to its real strength as flexible on-demand generation and storage, rather than a traditional baseload generation.

The project will also help the state and federal governments reach legislated emissions commitments, including Tasmania’s goal to double clean energy production by 2040, half by 2030. The project is expected to start generating power in 2030.

“This is particularly important for Victoria, which will lose half of its coal generation by 2035, making investment in Marinus Link and the North West Transmission Developments a smart and timely move,” Mr. Pollington added. Three weeks ago, the Federal Governments of Victoria and Tasmania reached Final Investment Decision to proceed with the new Marinus Link Stage 1 undersea transmission line, allowing new generation in Tasmania to serve the growing energy needs of Victoria and the city of Melbourne.

ACEN Australia Executive Chairman, Jose Maria Zabaleta, said: “This approval is a testament to the dedication and expertise of the ACEN Australia team. Over many years, we have worked closely with regulators, communities, and experts to address complex challenges and ensure the project meets the highest standards. This milestone shows how large-scale renewables can be responsibly developed to deliver long-term value.”

“This project expands our footprint beyond New South Wales, and allows us to serve customers in Tasmania and Victoria. We are very excited by this achievement, and appreciative of all the stakeholders that have played a part in its successful outcome.”

ACEN Australia has two of the largest operating solar farms in the country, each at approximately 521 MWdc (400 MWac) New England Solar and 520 MWdc (400 MWac) Stubbo Solar. Both are located in New South Wales, with Stubbo Solar having completed construction in recent weeks. It is expected to complete commissioning, achieve its commercial operations date, and hold its formal opening within the next six weeks. ACEN Australia is also constructing its first battery project in the country, the New England Battery with 400 MWh scheduled to be operational before the end of 2026. Other battery projects are advancing in development, with potential new construction starts in the next 18 months.

ACEN Australia also has other projects in advanced development: The 780 MWdc (600 MWac) Birriwa Solar and the 1,200 MWh Storage Hybrid Project in New South Wales secured its development approval last year and transmission access rights from EnergyCo this year.

The 900 MW Valley of the Winds project also secured transmission access rights this year, and its development approval just three months ago. The project was also among the winners of the Federal Government’s Capacity Investment Scheme revenue underwriting tender.

The 800 MW Phoenix Pumped Hydro Storage Project was also a winner earlier this year of a competitive tender for a Long Duration Storage Long Term Energy Service Agreement with EnergyCo of the New South Wales government to provide revenue certainty to support private investment. 

About ACEN Australia

ACEN Australia is the platform representing ACEN’s renewable energy assets in Australia. With more than 1 GW capacity of large-scale renewable energy generation in construction and operations, and more than 10 GW capacity in the development pipeline, its portfolio includes solar, wind, battery and pumped hydro projects across Australia.

With 100+ employees and growing, our people are based in Tasmania, Victoria, New South Wales, Queensland and Western Australia.

www.acenrenewables.com.au 

SPTel Launches AI-Security, an AI Tool to Enhance SMEs’ Cyber Defence Capabilities

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SINGAPORE, Sept. 3, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — SPTel today announced the launch of AI-Security, an AI tool to help small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) identify and assess cyber risks quickly and cost effectively.

AI-Security leverages AI to provide 24/7 monitoring of the latest cybersecurity advisories and published vulnerabilities from technology providers and security agencies, cross-referencing them against the SME’s digital infrastructure. When a threat or vulnerability is identified, AI-Security immediately issues an alert, enabling engineers or network service providers like SPTel to respond quickly and focus on remediation. To support enhanced decision-making, AI-Security classifies each threat using the SME’s risk matrix, ensuring alignment with its risk policies and providing a clear framework to prioritise response for more efficient resource allocation. This is especially beneficial for SMEs as it reduces the need for dedicated cybersecurity manpower and extensive training.

“Cyber threats are evolving faster than traditional defences can keep up. With AI-Security, we are giving SMEs a powerful AI tool that moves cybersecurity beyond reactive protection to proactive intelligence, enabling faster, more effective responses to emerging cyber threats, especially against zero-day attacks. This will enable smaller businesses to safeguard against cyber threats with the same agility and confidence as larger enterprises, without the overhead of a large cybersecurity team,” said Heng Kwee Tong, Head of Engineering and Corporate IT, SPTel.

Co-developed with technology provider 1CloudStar, AI-Security has the added advantage of being hosted on SPTel’s edge cloud which is housed within secure SPTel hubs across Singapore. This provides enhanced physical security and ensures data sovereignty, giving businesses peace of mind that their data remains within Singapore’s borders. Additionally, SPTel’s distributed architecture across Singapore minimises latency, allowing applications like AI-Security to deliver responsive performance.

“At 1CloudStar, we believe that cybersecurity tools should empower SMEs, not overwhelm them,” said Mike Li, Founder and CEO, 1CloudStar. “Developed in partnership with SPTel, this solution brings practical, AI-powered threat insight to the market – built for local businesses, supported by local infrastructure, and focused on local impact.”

According to the Cyber Security Agency of Singapore’s Cyber Landscape 2023 report[1], over 80% of the organisations surveyed experience at least one cybersecurity incident a year that resulted in business impacts such as business disruption, data loss and reputational damage. For SMEs which often lack specialised expertise and have leaner resources, the impact of cyber incidents can be especially pronounced, underscoring the importance of robust cyber defence for business resilience.

As part of the launch, SPTel will offer 1,000 complimentary AI-Security trial accounts to Singapore SME members of the Singapore Chinese Chamber of Commerce & Industry (SCCCI). To find out more about AI-Security, visit SPTel’s showcase at C11, 28th SME Infocomm Commerce Conference (SMEICC), 3 – 4 September 2025, Suntec Singapore.

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About SPTel

SPTel uses unique fibre pathways that combine leased SP Group infrastructure and owned fibre pipes, laid alongside the power network cables. As a leading provider of next-generation telecommunications and digital solutions SPTel places a strong focus on innovation and reliability. This enables SPTel to deliver secure and scalable connectivity, edge cloud, IoT-a-a-S and managed security solutions to businesses, government agencies, and service providers. SPTel is committed to driving digital transformation by providing cutting-edge technologies and exceptional customer experiences.

For more information, please visit www.sptel.com.

[1] Cyber Security Agency of Singapore. (2024, July 30). Singapore cyber landscape 2023. https://isomer-user-content.by.gov.sg/36/21be9dd4-3669-4d71-ada1-b18c504bfff3/singapore-cyber-landscape-2023.pdf

 

SK hynix Introduces Industry’s First Commercial High NA EUV

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–    Brings ASML’s EXE:5200B, critical system for next-generation chips, to M16 fab
–    Improved precision, density by 1.7x and 2.9x to help competitive production
–    Company to lead AI memory with cutting-edge tech required by key industries

SEOUL, South Korea, Sept. 3, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — SK hynix Inc. (or “the company”, www.skhynix.com) announced today that it has assembled the industry’s first High NA EUV* lithography system for mass production at the M16 fabrication plant in Icheon, South Korea.

* High NA EUV(High Numerical Aperture Extreme Ultraviolet Lithography): a next-generation lithography system that delivers much better resolution by applying a larger NA**, compared with an earlier EUV system. By enabling the world’s finest patterns, it is expected to help shrink the pattern and improve density

*NA(Numerical Aperture):a measure of an optical system’s ability to collect light. A higher NA enables a more precise pattern

At an event to commemorate the assembly of the system, SK hynix’s Head of R&D Cha Seon Yong, Head of Manufacturing Technology Lee Byoungki and ASML’s Head of Customer Team SK hynix-Japan Kim Byeong-Chan celebrated the introduction of the equipment to produce next-generation DRAM.

The move lays the foundation for a swift development and supply of the cutting-edge products that meet customer demand amid intense competition of the global semiconductor industry. SK hynix aims to enhance credibility and stability of the global supply chain through close collaboration with business partners.

A sophisticated process technology to scale memory cells is critical to advance productivity and product performance. A more sophisticated pattern leads to an increase in the number of chips produced from a wafer and an improvement in power efficiency and performance.

SK hynix has been expanding the scope of EUV adoption for production of the most advanced DRAM since the first introduction of the technology in 2021 for the 1anm, the fourth generation of the 10nm tech. The assembly of the next-generation technology system that outperforms the existing EUV equipment comes amid the company’s efforts to prepare for the industry’s requirement for extreme scaling and high density.

The TWINSCAN EXE:5200B, the first model for volume production of ASML’s High NA EUV product line, enables printing of transistors 1.7 times smaller and achievement of transistor densities 2.9 times higher, compared with the existing EUV system, with a 40% improvement in the NA to 0.55 from 0.33.

With the adoption of the new system, SK hynix plans to simplify the existing EUV process and accelerate the development of the next-generation memory to advance product performance and cost competitiveness. The company also aims to enhance its position in the high-value memory product market and make its technological leadership stronger.

“High NA EUV is a critical technology that opens the next chapter of the semiconductor industry,” said Kim at ASML. “ASML will closely collaborate with SK hynix to bring forward the innovation of the next-generation memory.”

“We expect the addition of the critical infrastructure to bring our technological vision we have been pursuing into reality,” said Cha at SK hynix. “We aim to enhance our leadership in the AI memory space with the cutting-edge technology required by the fast-growing AI and next-generation computing markets.”

About SK hynix Inc.

SK hynix Inc., headquartered in Korea, is the world’s top tier semiconductor supplier offering Dynamic Random Access Memory chips (“DRAM”) and flash memory chips (“NAND flash”) for a wide range of distinguished customers globally. The Company’s shares are traded on the Korea Exchange, and the Global Depository shares are listed on the Luxembourg Stock Exchange. Further information about SK hynix is available at www.skhynix.com, news.skhynix.com.

 

From 50,000 to 700,000 SKUs: Speed Parts Drives 20%+ Annual Growth with Maropost

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SUNSHINE COAST, Australia, Sept. 3, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Speed Parts, one of Australia’s top automotive parts retailers, has turbocharged its growth with Maropost, scaling from 50,000 to over 700,000 SKUs while sustaining 20%+ annual revenue growth since 2018.

Founded in 2003, Speed Parts has transformed from a local shop into a national ecommerce powerhouse, with storefronts, multiple web stores, and a dominant presence on marketplaces like eBay, Kogan, and Big W.

“Neto is like oxygen for our business,” said Justin Tettis, Co-founder and Managing Director of Speed Parts. “It’s enabled us to scale fast, simplify complex data, and deliver a better experience to customers.”

Highlights:

  • Grew to 700,000+ SKUs (on track to hit 1 million).
  • Sustained 20%+ year-on-year growth.
  • Ranked among the top ten automotive parts resellers on eBay Australia.
  • 70% of revenue comes from ecommerce.

“Speed Parts is the perfect example of how Australian retailers thrive with the right technology,” said Gordana Redzovski, APAC Managing Director & VP of Revenue of Maropost. “By combining powerful multichannel tools with a partner ecosystem built for growth, Maropost helps businesses like Speed Parts unlock their full potential.”

With Maropost’s support and a strong partner ecosystem, Speed Parts is preparing to scale beyond 1 million SKUs and expand its marketplace footprint — including a return to Amazon and a launch on Bunnings Marketplace.

About Speed Parts
Speed Parts is a leading Australian retailer of high-performance automotive parts, serving enthusiasts nationwide through physical, online, and marketplace channels.

About Maropost
Maropost is the AI-powered unified commerce platform trusted by over 5,000 brands—including Original Mattress Factory, Kidstuff, Early Settler, and Outback Equipment—to streamline operations and elevate customer experiences across ecommerce, retail, marketing, merchandising, and support. Recognized on Deloitte’s Technology Fast 500 and G2’s leaderboard, Maropost helps fast-moving brands grow smarter. Learn more at maropost.com. 

For media inquiries, please contact press@maropost.com 

“All Systems Go”: Fleet Space & Australia’s F1 Phenom Joanne Ciconte Announce Brand Partnership

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ADELAIDE, Australia, Sept. 3, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Fleet Space Technologies, Australia’s leading space exploration company, and Australia’s F1 Academy phenom, Joanne Ciconte, announced a brand partnership to elevate Australian women fearlessly driving innovation in high-performance STEM fields. Connecting two of Australia’s leading pioneers in space exploration and motorsports, this partnership aims to highlight the rise of women leaders in high-performance STEM fields and how real-time data is fueling rapid advances in aerospace, exploration, and motorsport technology.

 

“All Systems Go”: Fleet Space & Australia’s F1 Phenom Joanne Ciconte Announce Brand Partnership

“This partnership with Fleet Space is incredibly exciting because it brings together two worlds I’m passionate about – pushing the limits of technology and breaking new ground for women in applied STEM fields,” said F1 Academy driver, Joanne Ciconte. “Fleet Space’s historic contributions to Australia’s space heritage and relentless innovation in space technology reflects my drive to become Australia’s first female F1 driver; fueled by a passion for speed, precision, and exploration. Together, we’re showing what’s possible when you challenge boundaries and open new paths for the next generation.”

From winning Australian Karting Championship Pink Plate to becoming the youngest driver on the 2025 F1 Academy grid after a single-seater debut season in Europe – Joanne’s journey to become one of the 18 fastest women on the planet is unlike any other in motorsports. Her bold embrace of the new single-seater technology and data-driven learning has been a key accelerator for Joanne’s growth – delivering her first points at the Jeddah Corniche Circuit in Saudi Arabia in April. Co-Founder & CEO of Fleet Space, Flavia Tata Nardini, uniquely relates to Joanne’s meteoric rise in the F1 world. 

An Italian aerospace engineer who worked on propulsion systems at the European Space Agency, Flavia founded Fleet Space and led the development of Australia’s first constellation of low Earth orbit satellites. Beginning as a dream born while building satellites in the garage with Co-Founder & Chief Exploration Officer, Matt Pearson, Fleet Space has grown to Australia’s most valuable space exploration company (A$800M), recently unveiled its new 5300m2+ global headquarters and advanced manufacturing facility, and plans to send the first Australian-made technology to the Moon on Firefly Aerospace’s Blue Ghost Mission 2.

Fueling this growth are the same principles and systems engineers use in F1, aerospace, technology, and more to unlock new frontiers of performance: continuous learning loops with real-time data. These systems have driven world-changing breakthroughs in reusable rockets, self-driving vehicles, and F1’s ascension to the pinnacle of motorsports. Using space technology and agile geoscience solutions, Fleet Space built the world’s first system for global mining and resources companies to fuel faster, smarter, and cleaner mineral discovery with real-time data – making the cutting-edge methods of data-driven performance in F1 and aerospace practical in essential industries for Earth’s clean energy future. 

“Joanne’s journey and F1’s rise as a data-driven sport mirrors the spirit that fuels us at Fleet Space – a fearless commitment to speed, precision, and learning as we unlock new frontiers of exploration on Earth, the Moon, and Mars. Breaking boundaries requires the same boldness to embrace risk, master cutting-edge technology, and create possibilities for others that didn’t exist before. As Fleet Space approaches its 10 year anniversary, we believe there is no limit to where curiosity, courage, and relentless drive can take the next generation – whether that’s the racetrack, low Earth orbit, or kilometres below our feet. Supporting world-class talent like Joanne as she rises to the pinnacle of her field is at the core of who we are: explorers.”

“The support from Fleet Space will open new doors for opportunity, access to additional physical and mental development along with more seat time – which is pivotal for any driver who wants to excel in racing,” Joanne said. 

Starting in 2026, Joanne will debut a custom-made Fleet Space helmet with the company’s branding on the race suit, and gloves. To learn more about Joanne and Flavia’s mindset, learnings, and experience breaking boundaries in high-performance STEM fields where women are traditionally underrepresented, check out their conversation on Fleet Space’s Beyond Discovery podcast series – available to watch or listen here. 

About Fleet Space Technologies
Fleet Space, Australia’s most valuable space exploration company (A$800M), is transforming data-driven mineral discovery and resource development with its agile geoscience platform, ExoSphere. Unifying proprietary satellites, rapid 3D multiphysics surveys, compute, and AI into a single workflow, Fleet Space’s AI-powered ExoSphere platform is used by mining industry leaders like Maaden, Rio Tinto, Barrick, and Gold Fields worldwide. For its breakthrough impact in the global resources sector, ExoSphere was named Innovation of the Year at the Mining Technology Excellence Awards 2025, following its $100M Series D and global expansion in 2024. Learn more at fleetspace.com.

“All Systems Go”: Fleet Space & Australia’s F1 Phenom Joanne Ciconte Announce Brand Partnership
“All Systems Go”: Fleet Space & Australia’s F1 Phenom Joanne Ciconte Announce Brand Partnership

 

“All Systems Go”: Fleet Space & Australia’s F1 Phenom Joanne Ciconte Announce Brand Partnership
“All Systems Go”: Fleet Space & Australia’s F1 Phenom Joanne Ciconte Announce Brand Partnership

 

Flavia Tata Nardini, Co-Founder & CEO of Fleet Space, and Joanne Ciconte, F1 Academy Driver
Flavia Tata Nardini, Co-Founder & CEO of Fleet Space, and Joanne Ciconte, F1 Academy Driver

 

“All Systems Go”: Fleet Space & Australia’s F1 Phenom Joanne Ciconte Announce Brand Partnership
“All Systems Go”: Fleet Space & Australia’s F1 Phenom Joanne Ciconte Announce Brand Partnership

 

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