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Advancing DEL Technology for the Research Lab: HitGen Introduces OpenDEL™ 5.0

Start Your Journey to Access Vast Chemical Space

CHENGDU, China, Aug. 27, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Developing new medicines demands smart technology and powerful tools. DNA-encoded library (DEL) technology, with its unique ability to rapidly screen billions of compounds to identify small molecule hits, has transformed drug discovery. HitGen Inc. is raising the bar with the introduction of OpenDEL™ 5.0 featuring a total of 4 billion diverse compounds designed to tackle challenging biological targets. OpenDEL™ 5.0 comes in a convenient kit format that is accessible to scientists in industry and academia alike.

HitGen OpenDEL 5.0
HitGen OpenDEL 5.0

Key Improvements:

Expanded Chemical Diversity: 4 billion Compounds

  • Increased Library Size: Now with 25% more compounds, OpenDEL™ 5.0 offers 3.8 billion small molecules compounds and 200 million peptide compounds to further expand chemical space for targeting protein-protein-interactions (PPI).
  • Encompassing Library Design: 59 distinct libraries provide a broad range of chemistries to address different types of targets and discovery challenges. 

Optional Macrocycle Library: Unlocking Challenging Targets

  • A dedicated macrocycle library: Available as an add-on, featuring 4-10 amino acids in the ring. Comes with a linear peptide control library.
  • Dual-Kit Flexibility: Choose between OpenDEL™-Small Molecules or OpenDEL™-Macrocycle – or combine both for maximum coverage.

Streamlined Workflow & Faster Access

  • Redesigned protocols: Intuitive visual guides simplify key steps, reducing onboarding time.
  • Expedited delivery: Next-day shipping available to minimize wait time

Begin Your Exploration Today

OpenDEL™ 5.0 is now available worldwide. Let HitGen help you with your next drug discovery breakthrough.

Visit www.hitgen.com or contact our team to learn more.

Namibox Set to Launch World’s First AI-Powered Learning Glasses

SHANGHAI, Aug. 27, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Jinxin Technology Holding Company (the “Company”) (Nasdaq: NAMI), recently announced a deep collaboration with MICROLUMIN to co-develop the world’s first AI-powered learning glasses. By integrating artificial intelligence with wearable technology, the product aims to redefine the learning experience through cutting-edge innovation. It is scheduled to hit the market in the fourth quarter of 2025 and is expected to generate tens of millions of U.S. dollars in sales.

As a core brand under Jinxin Technology, Namibox has consistently placed user needs at the heart of its innovation efforts, exploring ways to deeply integrate technology into learning scenarios. Against the backdrop of rapidly advancing AI, AR, and digital human technologies, Namibox has continued to broaden its service offerings through its in-house developed digital education content engine. The introduction of AI-powered learning glasses represents yet another step in realizing its vision of “empowering learning through technology.”

Designed for multi-scenario learning and daily use, the AI learning glasses allow for efficient operation through voice commands and simple touch controls, offering truly hands-free functionality. The device incorporates features such as real-time photo capture, audio and video recording, multi-language translation, and intelligent Q&A. Equipped with a large AI model, it can analyze and extend content based on what the user sees and hears, delivering personalized learning support. Whether for language acquisition, classroom assistance, outdoor activities, or cultural exchange, the product adapts flexibly to diverse needs across age groups.

Industry analysts suggest that Namibox’s foray into smart learning hardware—following its earlier launch of parent-child learning screens—reflects not only a strategic product upgrade but also a forward-looking effort to build a boundless learning ecosystem. As AI continues to accelerate transformation in education, user-centric and technology-driven approaches have become key to maintaining competitiveness in the edtech sector.

With the product nearing its launch phase, Namibox is accelerating efforts in content partnerships and channel expansion. The release is expected to further solidify its leading position in the smart education industry and inject new momentum into the global digital education market.

About Jinxin Technology Holding Company

Headquartered in Shanghai, China, Jinxin Technology Holding Company is an innovative provider of digital content and interactive communication services. Through its flagship platform NamiBox, the Company delivers intelligent, engaging, and curriculum-aligned products powered by advanced AI, AR, and digital human technologies.

Jinxin Technology works closely with China’s leading textbook publishers and educational platforms, providing AI-generated digital content for primary and middle school students. Its distribution channels include:

NamiBox, the Company’s flagship learning app
Telecom and broadcast operators
Third-party educational devices

For more information, please visit the Company’s website at https://ir.namibox.com

Safe Harbor Statements

This press release contains forward-looking statements as defined under the U.S. Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These statements are based on current expectations and assumptions, involve risks and uncertainties, and may differ materially from actual results. For further discussion of these risks and factors, please refer to the Company’s filings with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission.

For Investor and Media Inquiries, Please Contact:
Jinxin Technology Holding Company
Investor Relations Department
Email: ir@namibox.com

 

Fosun International Announces 2025 Interim Results: Steady Growth in Core Businesses with Accelerated Innovation and Globalization

2025 Interim Results Highlights:

  • Total revenue reached RMB87.28 billion, industrial operation profit amounted to RMB3.15 billion, and profit attributable to owners of the parent reached RMB661.2 million;
  • Consistently focused on core businesses. Total revenue generated by the four core subsidiaries amounted to RMB63.61 billion, accounting for 73% of the Group’s total revenue;
  • Investment in technology and innovation reached RMB3.6 billion. The global innovation system continued to gain momentum, resulting in a number of globally competitive innovations;
  • Innovative drug business ushered in a period of rapid growth. HLX43, a PD-L1-targeting antibody-drug conjugate (ADC) currently in global Phase II clinical trials, has demonstrated strong competitiveness and shows potential to become a broad-spectrum anti-cancer drug;
  • Global operational capabilities continued to improve. Overseas revenue reached RMB46.67 billion, accounting for 53% of total revenue;
  • Fully embraced artificial intelligence (“AI”) to deepen growth in core businesses such as pharmaceuticals and healthcare, cultural tourism, consumption, and financial services.

HONG KONG and SHANGHAI, Aug. 27, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Fosun International Limited (HKEX stock code: 00656, “Fosun International”), together with its subsidiaries (“Fosun” or the “Group”), today announced its interim results for the six months ended 30 June 2025 (the “Reporting Period”).

In the first half of 2025, Fosun actively captured macroeconomic trends, maintained a clear strategic focus, and leveraged its strong capabilities in innovation and globalization to drive steady business development. Its long-term commitment to innovation led to multiple breakthroughs, with the innovative drug business entering a period of rapid growth. Globalization efforts continued to bear fruit. Overseas revenue contribution rose and expansion into emerging markets progressed steadily. In addition, Fosun fully embraced AI applications to empower its businesses, accelerating innovation and enhancing efficiency, while developing new growth points. Meanwhile, its “business streamlining, and advancements and exits” strategy delivered notable results, with asset structure further optimized and financial position remaining solid. During the Reporting Period, the Group’s total revenue reached RMB87.28 billion, industrial operation profit amounted to RMB3.15 billion, and profit attributable to owners of the parent reached RMB661.2 million.

The four core subsidiaries – Fosun Pharma, Yuyuan, Fosun Insurance Portugal and Fosun Tourism Group (“FTG”) – achieved a total revenue of RMB63.61 billion in the first half of 2025, accounting for 73% of the Group’s total revenue. Fosun Pharma’s profit attributable to parent amounted to RMB1.7 billion in the first half of the year, representing a year-on-year increase of 38.96%. Yuyuan’s core businesses stabilized and began to recover, with the jewelry and fashion segment generating RMB12.9 billion in operating revenue during the first half of the year, including RMB7.6 billion in the second quarter, representing a substantial quarter-on-quarter increase. Fosun Insurance Portugal saw steady growth in both domestic and international businesses, achieving a net profit of EUR133 million, representing a year-on-year increase of 27.6%. FTG’s global operational capabilities continued to improve. Its business volume reached a record high of RMB9.53 billion, and adjusted net profit grew 42.0% year-on-year.

Meanwhile, Fosun continued to optimize its asset portfolio, maintaining a solid financial position with ample cash reserves. As at the end of the Reporting Period, the total debt to total capital ratio stood at 53%, with debt ratio remaining at a healthy level. In May 2025, the international credit rating agency S&P affirmed Fosun’s credit metrics and maintained its rating outlook as “Stable”. The Group’s Hong Kong-listed companies in the Health segment saw a strong market capitalization performance in the first half of 2025, driving a revaluation of underlying asset values.

Guo Guangchang, Chairman of Fosun International, said: “In the first half of the year, we remained steadfast in implementing our core business-focused strategy. Our core segments—pharmaceuticals and healthcare, cultural tourism and consumption, financial services and insurance—delivered steady growth. In particular, we achieved several industry-leading breakthroughs in innovative drugs, which have not only been well received by the market but will also benefit more patients worldwide. Meanwhile, we continued to strengthen our global operating capabilities, allowing more competitive products and services to accelerate their expansion into international markets to serve a growing number of families.”

Innovative drug business ushers in a period of rapid growth, fostering multiple “China’s first” and the “World’s first” innovations

Innovation is a core competence that Fosun has accumulated over a long period of time and has consistently adhered to. During the Reporting Period, Fosun’s investment in technology innovation reached RMB3.6 billion and its global innovation system integrating “independent R&D + investment incubation + ecosystem collaboration” continued to gain momentum, fostering a series of globally competitive innovations.

In terms of therapeutic drugs, a total of 5 indications of 4 innovative drugs independently developed and licensed-in by Fosun Pharma were approved for launch both domestically and internationally, 4 innovative drugs had entered the pre-launch approval stage. Among them, the Class I new drug independently developed by Fosun Pharma, FUMAINING (luvometinib tablets), was approved for marketing in Chinese mainland, filling the treatment gap in the field of rare tumors. In August 2025, the small molecule orally administered DPP-1 inhibitor developed by Fosun Pharma achieved overseas licensing for a potential total of US$645 million.

Henlius’ HLX43 is a PD-L1-targeting antibody-drug conjugate (ADC) currently in global Phase II clinical trials. It is undergoing clinical studies for solid tumors such as non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) and thymic carcinoma in countries including China, the United States, Japan, and Australia. HLX43 has demonstrated notable competitiveness in terms of drug safety, efficacy, and R&D progress, and holds strong potential to become a broad-spectrum anti-cancer drug. At the upcoming World Conference on Lung Cancer in September 2025, ten cutting-edge studies featuring Henlius’ innovative products, including HLX43, have been selected for presentation. In addition, HLX22, an innovative anti-HER2 monoclonal antibody, was granted Orphan Drug Designation (ODD) by the European Commission (EC) for the treatment of gastric cancer, marking it as the first anti-HER2-targeted therapy for gastric cancer to receive ODD approval from both the EU and the US. Henlius is continuously expanding its innovation pipeline in disease areas like oncology and autoimmune, advancing a differentiated portfolio of potential best-in-class (BIC) and first-in-class (FIC) candidates.

In addition, breakthrough progress has been made in the fields of medical devices and diagnostics. Leveraging the “licensed medical devices” permission in Hainan, the Da Vinci SP endoscopic single orifice surgical system has completed real-world study reports across multiple specialties, helping accelerate its formal registration and approval process. Meanwhile, the operating entity of the “MRgFUS” (MR guided focused ultrasound) brain therapy system, Fosun Insightec, is steadily advancing the registration of new models and the expansion into new indications.

In the field of cultural and tourism consumption, construction of FTG’s Taicang Alps Resort Phase II project commenced in June 2025, which will feature an indoor ski facility boasting five “world’s firsts”. The project is scheduled to begin operations in June 2029.

Combining global resources with China’s capabilities, proportion of overseas revenue exceeds half of total revenue

Leveraging its business presence and profound industry operations in over 40 countries and regions around the world, Fosun’s overseas revenue saw steady growth. In the first half of 2025, overseas revenue reached RMB46.67 billion, accounting for 53% of the Group’s total revenue.

Henlius consistently achieved major breakthroughs in global operations during the Reporting Period. Its core innovative product HANSIZHUANG (serplulimab), the world’s first anti-PD-1 monoclonal antibody (mAb) approved for first-line treatment of small cell lung cancer (SCLC), recorded a global sales revenue of RMB597.7 million. In the first half of 2025, HANSIZHUANG received approvals in the EU, Singapore, Malaysia, the United Kingdom and India for first-line treatment of extensive-stage small cell lung cancer (ES-SCLC). Additionally, it was approved in Indonesia and Thailand for the treatment of squamous non-small cell lung cancer (sqNSCLC). To date, HANSIZHUANG has been successfully approved in nearly 40 countries and regions, covering nearly half of the world’s population. Henlius’ core breast cancer product HANQUYOU (trastuzumab), the “China-developed” mAb biosimilar approved in China, the EU, and the US, recorded a global sales revenue of RMB1.4442 billion in the first half of 2025. During the Reporting Period, HANQUYOU was newly approved in countries including Mexico, bringing its cumulative approvals to over 50 countries and regions worldwide.

During the Reporting Period, Henlius’ overseas products profits surged over 200%. Cash inflows from BD agreements exceeded RMB1 billion, surging 280% year-on-year. As the overseas sales volume of commercialized products continues to rise, the company expects significant growth in overseas revenue and profits for the full year of 2025, with strong momentum likely to continue into 2026.

Fosun rapidly advanced its pace of global expansion across more industries and business segments. Hainan Mining commenced pilot production at Phase 1 of the Bougouni lithium mine in Mali and will strategically initiate the planning of Phase 2 development. Leveraging its established projects such as the Bougouni lithium mine in Mali, Roc Oil oilfield project in Malaysia and the recently acquired oilfield project in Oman, Hainan Mining is accelerating the building of a “Minerals + Energy” network spanning West Africa, the Middle East, and Southeast Asia. Revenue from overseas operations has now increased to 57% of total revenue.

Following its overseas debut in Paris, France in late 2023, the Yuyuan Lantern Festival continued its overseas journey in 2025: In January, the themed lantern installation made a stunning appearance in Hanoi, Vietnam, commemorating the 75th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between China and Vietnam. In June, the Lantern Festival officially lit up at ICONSIAM, a renowned commercial landmark in Bangkok, Thailand, as part of the celebrations marking the 50th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between China and Thailand. In April 2025, Songhelou, a time-honored Chinese brand with a 268-year history, opened its first overseas restaurant in London, the UK, marking its debut on the international culinary stage.

At the same time, the global operations of Fosun’s overseas subsidiaries continued to grow. During the Reporting Period, Fosun Insurance Portugal’s international operations accounted for 28.2% of total consolidated business and overseas gross written premiums (“GWP”) reached EUR924 million. In July 2025, S&P initiated coverage on Fosun Insurance Portugal and assigned it an “A” rating, recognizing its high-quality and well-balanced business portfolio, continuous international expansion, solid financial performance, and strong capital adequacy.

During the Reporting Period, Club Med’s global performance once again reached a record high. Its business volume amounted to RMB9.25 billion, representing a year-on-year increase of 3.8%; operating profit reached RMB1.27 billion, up 11.0% year-on-year. With strong demand continuing for the summer vacation season and the upcoming snow season, bookings are expected to witness sustainable growth in the second half of 2025 and the first half of 2026.

While strengthening its foothold in traditional markets, Fosun accelerated its expansion into global emerging markets. Fosun Pharma reached a strategic cooperation with Saudi Arabia’s comprehensive healthcare group, Fakeeh Care Group, to jointly promote the local introduction of innovative therapeutic products in Saudi Arabia. Easun Technology formed a joint venture with Saudi enterprise, Khaled Juffali Company, to provide production line solutions for Saudi Arabia’s electric vehicle industry and has already received its first order. The German asset servicing entity, HAFS, will leverage Fosun’s global network to expand into emerging markets in the Middle East and Asia, strengthening its asset-light operating model.

Fully embracing AI to develop new growth points

Amid the rapid rise of AI, Fosun has proactively embraced the trend, deeply integrating AI technologies into its diverse business scenarios to accelerate innovation and enhance operational efficiency.

In the field of biopharmaceuticals, Fosun Pharma tapped into AI productivity across all business scenarios by adopting a dual-engine approach that combines “biopharmaceutical models + large language models”, building a knowledge platform to support high-quality AI applications. On the decision support front, Fosun Pharma launched the industry’s first decision intelligence platform, PharmAID. It integrates multiple global clinical information and pipeline databases, with data updated as frequently as T+1. The platform delivers higher content generation accuracy in the healthcare domain compared to general-purpose large models, and improves information extraction efficiency by 50% in areas such as R&D decision and evaluation, and pipeline optimization. 

In the field of cultural tourism and consumption, Club Med continued to advance AI-driven digital transformation. The G.M Copilot conversational AI assistant, which provides 24/7 instant and personalized service, has already expanded to 12 markets worldwide, including Brazil, France, Belgium, Singapore, and Malaysia. In August 2025, FTG entered into a full-stack AI collaboration with Alibaba Cloud to jointly develop the cultural tourism intelligent system, “AI G.O”, based on the Qwen3 model series. “AI G.O” is designed to optimize the entire vacation experience and enhance operational efficiency. It is scheduled for official launch at the end of September, with the first pilot program to be carried out at Atlantis Sanya.

In the field of finance services, Fosun Insurance Portugal leveraged its AI application system to comprehensively improve the efficiency of its entire business process and enhance data accuracy, driving rapid growth of its insurance business. During the Reporting Period, the total number of internet users of Fidelidade exceeded 2 million, representing nearly 20% of Portugal’s total population. By adopting AI technologies, the rate of fully automated processing for motor claims rose from 48% as at the end of 2023 to 66% as at the end of the Reporting Period.

In pursuit of new opportunities in fintech, Fosun Wealth accelerated its Web3 strategy. In July 2025, Finloop, independently incubated by Fosun Wealth, launched the FinRWA Platform (FRP). FRP is a globally leading one-stop solution for Real World Assets (RWA) technology, issuance and distribution, and Finloop is actively advancing multiple asset tokenization technology projects.

Committed to business for good, maintaining a leading ESG performance

During the Reporting Period, relying on Fosun’s continuous efforts in environmental, social, and governance (ESG) over the years, it was once again successfully included in S&P Global’s “Sustainability Yearbook 2025” and was selected as the top 1% in S&P Global’s “Sustainability Yearbook 2025 (China Edition)”. In addition, Fosun’s FTSE ESG score continued to outperform the global industry average and the national average, and it has been included in the constituent stocks of the FTSE4Good Index Series for four consecutive years.

In terms of social welfare, Fosun Pharma has consistently contributed the “China Solution” to the fight against malaria in Africa. As at the end of June 2025, its independently developed artesunate for injection had been used to treat more than 84 million patients with severe malaria worldwide. Additionally, Fosun Pharma had supplied over 420 million doses of artesunate for injection globally.

In terms of rural revitalization, as at the end of June 2025, the Rural Doctors Program had covered 78 counties in 16 provinces, cities and autonomous regions (including 21 key counties for national rural revitalization), supported 25,000 rural doctors, and benefited 16.34 million rural residents and 3 million rural families.

Looking ahead, Guo Guangchang stated: “In the face of both opportunities and challenges, we will remain focused on our core businesses, step up innovation efforts, and firmly advance our globalization strategy. Building on our long-established core capabilities, we are committed to driving Fosun’s sustainable growth, scaling new heights in our areas of strength, expanding our leadership across more business areas, and creating greater value for our shareholders and society.”

Neusoft Medical Systems Launches China’s First Photon-Counting CT with NMPA Approval

SHENYANG, China, Aug. 27, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Neusoft Medical Systems today announced that its NeuViz P10 photon-counting CT has received market approval from China’s National Medical Products Administration (NMPA). This marks the first photon‑counting CT approved in China, and the world’s first wide‑body system equipped with an 8‑cm detector.

Neusoft Medical Systems Launches China’s First Photon-Counting CT with NMPA Approval
Neusoft Medical Systems Launches China’s First Photon-Counting CT with NMPA Approval

Photon-counting CT (PCCT)  is considered a breakthrough in next‑generation imaging. Unlike conventional CT scanners, which first convert X‑rays into light before generating digital images, the NeuViz P10 uses a cadmium zinc telluride (CZT) detector to capture and convert each X‑ray photon directly into a digital signal. This direct approach delivers images with far greater clarity, reduces radiation exposure for patients, and improves the ability to distinguish between different types of tissue.

For patients, these advances mean clearer visualization of tiny blood vessels in the heart, earlier detection of small tumors, more accurate identification of neurological conditions, and safer lung examinations with reduced exposure to radiation. The system’s ultra-high resolution also helps doctors detect diseases at earlier stages, when treatment can be more effective and outcomes significantly improved.

To maximize clinical and research value, the NeuViz P10 integrates four innovation platforms: NeuPhoton Counting, Photon Supersonic, Photon Intelligence, and Photon Research. Together, these platforms deliver faster scans, safer imaging, intelligent workflow support, and expanded opportunities for clinical research.

“The approval of NeuViz P10 is a milestone for China’s medical imaging industry and for global CT innovation,” said Patrick Wu, CEO of Neusoft Medical Systems. “This technology empowers radiologists with clearer images at lower doses, giving patients earlier and more accurate answers while delivering maximum clinical value for public health.”

About Neusoft Medical Systems

Neusoft Medical Systems is a global leader in medical imaging solutions and services. The company is dedicated to integrating AI technologies with medical imaging to deliver intelligent, efficient, precise, and reliable products and services. By building a comprehensive healthcare ecosystem, Neusoft Medical Systems enhances the accessibility and equity of global healthcare.

By the end of 2024, Neusoft Medical Systems had a presence in over 120 countries and regions, serving more than 14,000 customers, with a historical installed base exceeding 50,000 units.

Learn more about us: www.neusoftmedical.com/en

 

ESR to Unveil Game-Changing Tech Innovations at IFA 2025

Lineup at ShowStoppers and IFA showcases charging, protection, and productivity, redefining Tech Made Easier

WILMINGTON, Del., Aug. 27, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — ESR, a global tech brand trusted by over 123 million users, will present its newest innovations at IFA 2025 from September 5–9 at Messe Berlin. Guided by its mission “Tech Made Easier,” ESR is set to unveil industry-first accessories that deliver wired-speed magnetic charging, stronger device protection, and more flexible productivity.

Lineup at ShowStoppers and IFA showcases charging, protection, and productivity, redefining Tech Made Easier
Lineup at ShowStoppers and IFA showcases charging, protection, and productivity, redefining Tech Made Easier

Among the highlights are upgraded CryoBoost®–enabled chargers with Qi2.2 25W wireless charging optimized for the latest iPhones, all-new cases and screen protectors engineered for Apple’s redesigned camera layout, and next-generation detachable iPad keyboards designed for flexible productivity on the go. ESR will also spotlight its growing range of smart accessories, including the snap-to-carry MagMouse and Find My–integrated wallets, underscoring the brand’s expansion into a full ecosystem that powers, protects, and simplifies tech across devices.

“At ESR, we believe technology should simplify life,” said Tim Wu, CEO of ESR. “Each product in our 2025 IFA lineup is built to enhance the way people interact with their devices—more intuitively, more efficiently, and with greater ease. We look forward to sharing these innovations with the world at IFA.”

Wired-Speed in a Snap: Speed Meets Convenience

At IFA 2025, ESR is unveiling its most advanced wireless charging ecosystem yet, built around Qi2.2 25W speed and its exclusive CryoBoost® phone cooling tech—a patented system that tackles wireless charging’s biggest limitation: heat.

First introduced in 2022, CryoBoost® redefined MagSafe charging with active phone cooling. The new CryoBoost® takes it further with an open duct design and a slimmer 4 mm fan that keeps operation 6.5°F cooler than other brands, whisper-quiet at 25 dB, and is seamlessly integrated into the charger’s compact form.

Paired with Qi2.2, ESR’s lineup delivers wired-level speed with magnetic convenience and efficiency, optimized for all compatible iPhones and beyond. With options ranging from home stations to car to travel-ready chargers, all capable of powering multiple devices at once, ESR sets a new standard for cool, clutter-free, and reliable magnetic charging anywhere.

Ultimate Protection All-Around: Strength with Versatility

With Apple’s latest iPhone introducing a redesigned, more prominent camera module, ESR is raising the bar on protection. Its latest cases are engineered for comprehensive impact defense, combining dual-layer camera shields, reinforced Air Guard corners, and a built-in Camera Control cover to safeguard delicate lenses from everyday drops, scratches, and scuffs.

Merging protection with usability, each case features ESR’s patented Stash Stand—a seamlessly integrated kickstand that supports both portrait and landscape viewing while still allowing full use of MagSafe. Whether for Zoom calls, video streaming, or hands-free reading, it offers reliable functionality without added bulk.

Completing the ecosystem is the new UltraFit Armorite® Pro Screen Protector, built with Corning™ Glass for superior scratch resistance and absorbing 10× more impact than generic protectors. Optimized to match the anti-reflective finish of the latest iPhone’s display, it minimizes glare while preserving color accuracy and touch sensitivity. With the included UltraFit Tray, users get a quick, bubble-free installation—no learning curve required.

Detachable iPad Keyboard Cases: Flexibility for Every User

As iPads continue to blur the line between tablet and laptop, ESR’s new Shift and Flex detachable keyboard cases deliver the best of both worlds—mobility and productivity without compromise. With a magnetic, detachable design connected via Bluetooth and multi-angle support, they adapt seamlessly for typing, sketching, viewing, or reading in any setting.

Built for professionals, students, and creators, both models feature full-size keys and edge-to-edge trackpads for laptop-level control, yet remain lightweight and compact, preserving the iPad’s intuitive, touch-first experience. It’s a true fusion of tablet freedom and laptop power—wherever it’s needed.

Smart Accessories: Innovation in Every Detail

The Magnetic Wallet Stand with Find My integration gives users peace of mind by combining everyday carry with seamless tracking, ensuring essentials are always safe and close at hand. The snap-to-carry MagMouse, backed by a successful crowdfunding campaign and honored with a Future Innovation Award, attaches magnetically to laptops for effortless portability, turning mobile work into a smoother, more convenient experience.

Together, these products highlight ESR’s expansion into a broader ecosystem—solutions that power, protect, and simplify how people live and work, all while staying true to the brand’s mission of “Tech Made Easier.”

Visit ESR at IFA 2025:

  • ShowStoppers Media Event: Sept 4, 6:00 p.m.–9:00 p.m. CET
  • IFA Booth: Sept 5–9, Messe Berlin (Booth H3.2-114)

Discover more about ESR’s latest innovations at Amazon or ESR’s official site. To arrange IFA meet-ups, request review samples,or media inquiries, reach out to media@esrtech.com

About ESR: Trusted for 16 Years

Founded in 2009, ESR is a global tech brand trusted by over 123 million customers worldwide. We design tech accessories for smart devices to enhance everyday tech experiences. We’re on a mission to make tech easier to use—developing products that seamlessly integrate into daily life, helping people live with greater ease and efficiency. To stay updated on the latest news and product launches from ESR, please visit www.esrtech.com or follow ESR’s social media on X, Instagram, and Facebook.

SHEIN Brings Back-to-School Adventures with MY LITTLE PONY & TRANSFORMERS Collections

The playful collaborations reimagine two iconic worlds for all ages—just in time for fall.

LOS ANGELES, Aug. 27, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — SHEIN, the global online fashion and lifestyle retailer, today unveiled two exclusive collections rooted in play: MY LITTLE PONY and TRANSFORMERS. Designed to celebrate the joy and adventure of these childhood favorites, the collections are a must for fans of all ages gearing up for the back-to-school season.

MY LITTLE PONY x SHEIN
MY LITTLE PONY x SHEIN

TRANSFORMERS x SHEIN
TRANSFORMERS x SHEIN

From the original pony Starshine and the fan-favorite Twilight Sparkle to Autobots Bumblebee and Optimus Prime, each collection brings beloved characters to life with bold hoodies, graphic tees, and playful, affordable apparel for kids, women, and men. Whether you’re twinning with your little one or adding nostalgia and fun to your look, these styles deliver classic charm with a modern twist.

Together, the drops include 91 pieces across kids’ and adults’ sizes—including curve and menswear—making it easy for the whole family to channel magical adventures filled with sparkles and friendship for everypony, or activate your alt mode with fashion that’s …MORE THAN MEETS THE EYE.

To shop and explore the full collections, visit SHEIN.com.

About SHEIN

SHEIN is a global online fashion and lifestyle retailer offering SHEIN-branded apparel and products from a global network of vendors, all at affordable prices. Headquartered in Singapore, SHEIN is committed to making the beauty of fashion accessible to all, promoting its industry-leading, on-demand production methodology for a smarter, future-ready industry. To learn more about SHEIN, visit www.sheingroup.com.

Rokid Officially Launches Rokid Glasses: The World’s Lightest Full-Function AI & AR Smart Glasses

NEW YORK, Aug. 27, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Rokid, a pioneer in human-computer interaction and augmented reality, today officially unveiled the Rokid Glasses in New York City, the world’s lightest full-function AI & AR smart glasses, marking a milestone in the evolution of wearable AI computing.

Rokid Glasses are lightweight (49g) AI-powered AR smart glasses with a built-in 12MP first-person camera, Micro LED waveguide displays, and integrated audio. Designed for both consumer and professional use, they offer real-time translation, object recognition, navigation, transcription, notifications, and other AI-driven functions in a discreet, all-day wearable.


The Rokid Glasses are the world’s lightest camera-equipped smart glasses that combine augmented reality visuals, audio, and AI-powered features in a single device. Built on the Qualcomm AR1 platform, they strike a balance of style, performance, and industrial-grade reliability, making them ideal for everyday life.

Built on Developer Power

Behind Rokid Glasses is the largest XR developer community in China, comprising over 15,000 developers and 5,000 corporate developers who have already leveraged Rokid’s open SDK and platform resources. This year, Rokid is taking this ecosystem to the global stage, aiming to bring over 1,000 overseas developers into its network. This expansion will include localized apps, use cases, and services for users worldwide.

Rokid has also partnered with over 50 universities worldwide, engaging more than 5,000 students and faculty through hackathons, certification programs, and training initiatives. To date, more than 200 academic and industry projects have been developed using Rokid’s SDK and cloud platform, supported by active developer groups and forums. This vibrant network ensures that Rokid Glasses is backed by a global platform that will drive next-generation Human-Computer Interactions.

Specialist Insights: Panel on AI Glasses

The launch featured the thought-leadership panel “From Mobile to Wearable: The Rise of AI Glasses”, where experts explored the shift from smartphones to wearable AI devices and the broader implications for communication, industry, and accessibility.

The panel featured Andrea Smith, technology journalist with CNN Underscored and former ABC News correspondent; Dr. Vasant Dhar, Professor at NYU Stern School of Business and the Center for Data Science and founder of SCT Capital Management; Dr. Orson Xu, Assistant Professor at Columbia University specializing in human-computer interaction and AI for health; and Dr. Shawn Shen, founder of Memories AI and former research scientist at Meta.

Topics ranged from the adoption curve of AI glasses to their impact on human-computer interaction, healthcare applications, privacy, trust, and the future role of wearable AI in society.

Podcast: AI Glasses For Social Good

As part of the launch, Rokid introduced a special podcast session titled “AI Glasses For Social Good.” This discussion featured Liang Guan, Head of Global Partnership Development at Rokid, in conversation with two executive speakers from CaringKind, New York City’s leading expert on Alzheimer’s and dementia caregiving.

CaringKind brings over 40 years of experience in supporting families and individuals affected by dementia, providing training, resources, and advocacy. Together, Rokid and CaringKind explored how AI-powered glasses can enhance accessibility, caregiving, and memory support, giving valuable applications for communities facing cognitive decline and related challenges.

Storytellers Kick Off Rokid World Tour

The launch also marked the beginning of Rokid’s “Dream Journey” World Tour, a global initiative designed to showcase how AI glasses integrate into real-life scenarios while fostering collaboration with creators worldwide.

The inaugural storytellers, Jesse Torres, Max Manausa, Jocelyn Chiu, and Liee Ying, will embark on dream itineraries funded by Rokid. From a skateboarder chasing foreign streets, to a tech analyst testing how wearables fit into fast-paced travel schedules, to a couple capturing the joy of their honeymoon, each will share their personal journeys through the lens of Rokid Glasses. Together, these stories will build a broader narrative that highlights the real-world impact of AI-powered wearables, moving beyond technical demonstrations to meaningful, human-centered experiences.

Kickstarter Momentum

Following the unveiling, Rokid Glasses reached 400,000 USD in just 8 hours on Kickstarter, demonstrating strong global demand for intelligent, lightweight wearable computing.

“Today’s launch is not the end of a journey – it is the beginning of a new chapter,” said Zoro Shao, Global General Manager of Rokid. “With Rokid Glasses, we are not only shaping the future of AR, but also creating a future where technology removes barriers and empowers everyone.”

Rokid Glasses is now available for early supporters on Kickstarter, offering backers the chance to be the first to experience the future of AI-powered wearable computing.

About Rokid

Rokid is a product-oriented platform company with a focus on human-computer interaction for over ten years. As a pioneer in augmented reality, Rokid develops both hardware and software for AR headsets and their surrounding ecosystem, with a mission to ensure that the magic of AI and AR leaves no one behind. With the largest XR developer community in China, its products are consistently regarded among the best wearable devices in the country. It has won the Las Vegas CES Innovation Award for three consecutive years and the German IF Design Award five times.

NUHS SPEARHEADS AI-POWERED BRAIN CARE PROGRAMME TO TACKLE UNDERDIAGNOSIS AND IMPROVE PREVENTION OF DEMENTIA

Novel initiative in Asia integrates predictive AI with personalised health coaching to empower early action and prevention

SINGAPORE, Aug. 27, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Dementia remains a hidden epidemic in Singapore, with slightly more than half of all cases going undiagnosed. According to the Well-being of the Singapore Elderly (WiSE) 2023[1] study, 51.5 per cent of dementia cases remain undetected. This is a troubling figure given that an estimated 45 per cent of dementia cases are preventable through early lifestyle interventions[2].

Clockwise from top left: Professor Teo Hock Hai, Provost’s Chair Professor of Information Systems, NUS School of Computing; Dr Andrew Makmur, Group Chief Technology Officer, National University Health System; Dr Tan Li Feng, Senior Consultant, Division of Geriatric Medicine, Department of Medicine, Alexandra Hospital; Dr Benjamin Tan, Consultant, Division of Neurology, Department of Medicine, National University Hospital (NUH); Mr Francis Phng, Lead Research Analyst, Health Services Research & Analytics, Ng Teng Fong General Hospital; NUH patient Mr Tan Poh Kee; Mr Koh Keng Hoe, who is a longtime patient of Dr Tan Li Feng, and his daughter Ms Genevieve Koh.
Clockwise from top left: Professor Teo Hock Hai, Provost’s Chair Professor of Information Systems, NUS School of Computing; Dr Andrew Makmur, Group Chief Technology Officer, National University Health System; Dr Tan Li Feng, Senior Consultant, Division of Geriatric Medicine, Department of Medicine, Alexandra Hospital; Dr Benjamin Tan, Consultant, Division of Neurology, Department of Medicine, National University Hospital (NUH); Mr Francis Phng, Lead Research Analyst, Health Services Research & Analytics, Ng Teng Fong General Hospital; NUH patient Mr Tan Poh Kee; Mr Koh Keng Hoe, who is a longtime patient of Dr Tan Li Feng, and his daughter Ms Genevieve Koh.

In an effort to close this gap, a multidisciplinary research team from the National University Health System (NUHS) has been awarded SG$2.33million, which is supported by the Singapore Ministry of Health through the National Medical Research Council (NMRC) Office, MOH Holdings Pte Ltd under the NMRC Healthy and Meaningful Longevity – Cognition Grant Call.

The team’s project, titled “Innovative Methods for Proactive Risk Optimization and adVancEment in Cognitive Health (IMPROVE-COG)” brings together the power of artificial intelligence, community partnerships, and global expertise to shift the paradigm from late-stage diagnosis to lifelong brain care.

“In the local context, dementia may go unnoticed. Many older adults and their loved ones believe memory loss is simply part of ageing, and may not realise that help is available,” says Principal Investigator Dr Tan Li Feng, Senior Consultant, Division of Geriatric Medicine, Department of Medicine, Alexandra Hospital (AH). “With smaller family sizes and more older adults living alone, it can be harder to gather the corroborative observations that help us recognise the early signs of cognitive decline. This means opportunities for early support and intervention are sometimes missed.”

Undercoding and missed diagnoses

Studies overseas show that in up to one-third of hospital admissions involving persons with dementia, the condition was not recorded accurately as a diagnosis[3]. Undercoding and limited clinician awareness are significant contributing factors to the underdiagnosis[4].

“Even when symptoms are present, they can be overlooked,” explains Co-Principal Investigator Dr Benjamin Tan, Consultant, Division of Neurology, Department of Medicine, National University Hospital (NUH). “For example, a patient admitted for pneumonia may have been showing signs of cognitive decline that are flagged in social workers’ and therapists’ reports, but not formally assessed.”

“Relevant patient information may also be scattered across various healthcare encounters, resulting in fragmented data and missing pieces of the puzzle.”

Harnessing AI and real-world data

To counter these blind spots, the research team, including the Health Services Research & Analytics team at Ng Teng Fong General Hospital, will develop an AI-powered large language model (LLM) trained on anonymised real-world data from NUHS’s DISCOVERY AI platform[5]. The screening and surveillance tool will analyse diverse clinical documentation to identify individuals at risk of mild cognitive impairment (MCI) and dementia, offering a scalable and cost-effective solution for risk stratification and population health surveillance.

“This project leverages the robust NUHS data infrastructure ecosystem that allows anonymised patient data visualisation, enabling earlier detection and identification, and improvements in clinical care delivery,” says Dr Andrew Makmur, Group Chief Technology Officer, NUHS. “Ultimately, we hope that the LLM will make the process of diagnosing dementia more accurate, efficient and cost-effective.”

Following the development of the LLM, the research team will work with Co-Investigator Professor Teo Hock Hai and his team from the NUS School of Computing to leverage Geographic Information System mapping and spatial analysis to explore the relationship between environmental (e.g., exposure to green spaces) and social factors and cognitive impairment and thereby guiding more effective and equitable healthcare interventions.

Launching Asia’s first digital brain care tool

In line with the Healthier SG programme and recognising the precious window of opportunity for early intervention, the research team will also deploy Asia’s first digital Brain Care Tool, a culturally tailored application that integrates two key innovations:

  • The Brain Care Score (BCS): A holistic score that helps individuals track their brain health across physical, lifestyle, and social-emotional domains, from blood pressure and sleep to social engagement and stress. By evaluating 12 modifiable risk factors, the BCS provides a bird’s eye view of overall brain health, which also covers pertinent age-related brain diseases including stroke and late-life depression.
  • The Brain Care Coach: A next-generation AI-powered behavioural interventional tool that delivers personalised nudges, tracks progress, and motivates users to adopt brain-protective behaviours such as exercising, improving diet, and quitting smoking.

Originally developed and validated by the Brain Care Labs at Mass General Brigham and Harvard Medical School, the BCS is now a cornerstone of the Global Brain Care Coalition, which aims to reduce the global incidence of dementia, stroke and late-life depression by 30 per cent by 2050. 

In Singapore, the tool will be localised and designed to incorporate community inputs to ensure cultural relevance and alignment with the population’s needs. Individuals will be able to engage with it regardless of age, prior diagnoses or digital literacy. The research team will collaborate with community partners, including the Health District @ Queenstown, St Luke’s Hospital, and Yong En Care Centre to pilot and develop the AI-coach. The research team also includes investigators from NHG Health, to scale the AI and digital tools to more hospitals when ready.

“Our long-term goal is to integrate the AI-powered screening and surveillance tool with the digital Brain Care Tool intervention across community settings,” Dr Tan Li Feng says. “Dementia and poor brain health profoundly affect individuals, families and communities. There is much we can do to close existing gaps and adopt a proactive approach to give people a better chance at ageing well, with clarity, purpose and hope.”

“Our vision is to empower every individual to take charge of their brain health. Through accessible, personalised tools and actionable insights, we aim to inspire and enable people to actively care for their brains, making brain health a lifelong priority.”

About the National University Health System (NUHS)

The National University Health System (NUHS) aims to transform how illness is prevented and managed by discovering causes of disease, development of more effective treatments through collaborative multidisciplinary research and clinical trials, and creation of better technologies and care delivery systems in partnership with others who share the same values and vision.

Institutions in the NUHS Group include the National University Hospital, Ng Teng Fong General Hospital, Jurong Community Hospital, Alexandra Hospital and the upcoming Tengah General and Community Hospital; three National Specialty Centres – National University Cancer Institute, Singapore (NCIS), National University Heart Centre, Singapore (NUHCS) and National University Centre for Oral Health, Singapore (NUCOHS); the National University Polyclinics (NUP); Jurong Medical Centre; and three NUS health sciences schools – NUS Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine (including the Alice Lee Centre for Nursing Studies), NUS Faculty of Dentistry and NUS Saw Swee Hock School of Public Health.

With member institutions under a common governance structure, NUHS creates synergies for the advancement of health by integrating patient care, health science education and biomedical research. As a Regional Health System, NUHS works closely with health and social care partners across Singapore to develop and implement programmes that contribute to a healthy and engaged population in the Western part of Singapore.

For more information, please visit www.nuhs.edu.sg.

About the National Medical Research Council (NMRC) Office

The NMRC Office is hosted within the Division of Research and Innovation under MOH Holdings Pte Ltd. It supports the NMRC in the administration of research funding from the Singapore Ministry of Health. Its vision is to translate research for better health and achieves this by promoting excellence in translational and clinical research, nurturing a vibrant research community of clinicians and scientists, and enhancing knowledge translation for better health and economic outcomes.

[1] Prevalence of dementia in Singapore: Changes across a decade – Subramaniam – 2025 – Alzheimer’s & Dementia – Wiley Online Library

[2] Dementia prevention, intervention, and care: 2024 report of the Lancet standing Commission – The Lancet

[3] Under-coding of dementia and other conditions indicates scope for improved patient management: A longitudinal retrospective study of dementia patients in Australia – PubMed

[4] Existing surveillance approaches rely on International Classification of Diseases (ICD) or Systematized Nomenclature of Medicine – Clinical Terms (SNOMED-CT) codes, but these often do not fully capture and reflect the reality of the situation, due to incomplete medical documentation, miscommunication between clinical coders and physicians, and inherent limitations in coding conventions.

[5] Shorter hospital waiting times with artificial intelligence