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The world’s first: Grand Pharma’s global innovative product STC3141 successfully reached the clinical endpoint in the Phase II clinical study in China

  • The results showed that the SOFA scores of the drug treatment groups on the 7th day were significantly lower than those of the baseline, especially in the high-dose group, where the decrease was significantly greater than that in the placebo group, of which the difference was statistically significant and clinically significant.
  • The trend of the secondary endpoints was consistent with the primary endpoints, which was in line with expectations.
  • STC3141 is the first sepsis treatment program centered on rebuilding immune homeostasis in the world, achieving a major upgrade in the treatment dimension.

HONG KONG, May 7, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Grand Pharmaceutical Group Limited (0512.HK, “Grand Pharma” or the “Group“) announces that the Phase II clinical study for the treatment of sepsis in China of the global innovative drug STC3141, which is independently developed by the Group, has successfully reached the clinical endpoint. The progress of this clinical study is at the forefront of global sepsis research.

STC3141 is the first sepsis treatment program centered on rebuilding immune homeostasis in the world, achieving a major upgrade in the treatment dimension. On the basis of existing symptomatic supportive treatments such as anti-infection, fluid resuscitation, and maintaining organ function, it precisely regulates the core cause of the disease, immune disorder, to help the body restore balance, filling the current clinical gap in etiology-oriented treatment of sepsis. The success of this clinical study is expected to usher in a new era of sepsis treatment.

A new breakthrough in critical care treatment that may fill clinical gap in sepsis treatment

About the clinical study:

This study is a multi-center, randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled Phase II dose-finding clinical study, to evaluate the efficacy, safety, and pharmacokinetic features of intravenous infusion of STC3141 injection in patients with sepsis. It enrolled 180 patients with sepsis who received standard treatment and care, continuously dosed the drug for 5 days, and followed up until day 28. The primary clinical endpoint of the study was the change in the Sequential Organ Failure Assessment (“SOFA“) score (a standard for diagnosing sepsis and assessing disease severity) from baseline on day 7; Secondary endpoints included effectiveness indicators such as the proportion of subjects whose SOFA score decreased by 25% from baseline on day 7, etc., and safety indicators such as adverse events within 28 days, aiming to explore the effectiveness and safety of different doses of the drug in the treatment of patients with sepsis.

The results showed that the SOFA scores of the drug treatment groups on the 7th day were significantly lower than those of the baseline, especially in the high-dose group, where the decrease was significantly greater than that in the placebo group. The difference was statistically significant and clinically significant. The trend of the secondary endpoints was consistent with the primary endpoints, which was in line with expectations. In addition, STC3141 has favorable safety and tolerability, and its pharmacokinetic characteristics are also in line with expectations. The results confirmed the effectiveness and safety of STC3141 in the treatment of sepsis, bringing new breakthroughs in the field of critical care. Subsequently, the Group will actively conduct in-depth communication with the NMPA, and apply the qualification of breakthrough therapeutic drug designation, so that STC3141 could benefit the vast number of sepsis patients as soon as possible and fill the clinical gap.

About sepsis:

Sepsis is a life-threatening organ dysfunction caused by a dysregulated host response to acute infection, and is one of the leading causes of death and long-term disability worldwide. Despite the continuous advancement of medical technology, the morbidity and mortality of sepsis remain high. There are approximately 49 million new cases of sepsis worldwide each year, and more than 1/5 of patients die, accounting for approximately 20% of the total global mortality. The incidence of sepsis intensive care units in China is 20.6% to 50.8%, and about 1/3 of patients die in the hospital. In high-income countries, the average full-hospital cost of treating a sepsis patient exceeds US$32,000.

At present, the treatment of sepsis primarily involves anti-infection, fluid resuscitation, and functional support for organ damage, with no targeted treatment method yet. There is a huge unmet clinical demand in the global market for the treatment of severe diseases such as sepsis.

About STC3141:

STC3141 is a small molecule compound with a new mechanism of action that independently developed by the Group with global intellectual property rights. It can reverse organ damage caused by excessive immune responses of the body by neutralizing extracellular free histones and neutrophil trap nets and is applicable to multiple severe diseases. The product has an innovative mechanism, and the results of related preclinical research have been published in the top academic journal “Nature Communications” and “Critical Care”, which has far-reaching academic influence.

In terms of clinical development, the Group has adopted a global development strategy, and has obtained seven clinical approvals in five countries on three continents, namely China, Australia, Belgium, the United Kingdom, and Poland. It has completed four clinical studies on patients, and all of them successfully reached the clinical endpoints. Based on the previous Phase Ib clinical studies in Australia and Belgium for the treatment of sepsis, the Phase Ib clinical studies in China for the treatment of acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS), and the Phase IIa clinical study in Europe for the treatment of severe SARS-CoV-2 infection (COVID-19), STC3141 has demonstrated favorable safety and tolerability, and has shown positive signals in terms of effectiveness indicators such as helping patients getting off the ventilator and vasopressors, and shortening the length of ICU hospitalization.

The Phase II clinical trial for sepsis this time progressed smoothly that it was approved by the NMPA in July 2023, and all subjects were enrolled in December 2024, which is six months ahead of schedule. It fully demonstrates the Group’s strong R&D capabilities, and also illustrates the urgent need for targeted therapeutic drugs in the field of critical care. This product is expected to break the long-standing lack of targeted drugs in the field of sepsis, and become the first pioneering breakthrough therapy in the field of critical care, accurately responding to and meeting the urgent needs of clinical treatment.

About Grand Pharma:

Grand Pharma is an international pharmaceutical company of technological innovation. Its core businesses cover three major areas, namely nuclear medicine anti-tumor diagnosis and treatment and cerebrocardiovascular precision interventional diagnosis and treatment technology, pharmaceutical technology and biotechnology. Based on the pharmaceutical and biological industries, the Group focuses on the needs of patients, and take technological innovation as the driving force. In response to the unmet clinical needs, the Group will increase its investment in global innovative products and advanced technologies, enrich and improve its product pipelines, consolidate and strengthen its industrial chain layout, and fully leverage the Group’s industrial strengths and R&D capabilities to provide more advanced and diverse treatment solutions to patients worldwide.

CIMC Modular Building Systems Triumphs with Dual International Awards at 2025 World of Modular Conference

SHENZHEN, China, May 7, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — CIMC Modular Building Systems (CIMC MBS), a global leader in advanced modular construction, has earned two prestigious awards at the 2025 World of Modular Conference, organized by the Modular Building Institute (MBI). The company received Permanent Modular Dormitory of the Year and Relocatable Modular Affordable Housing of the Year, marking its second consecutive year as a multi-award winner.

Recognized by Global Industry Leaders

The World of Modular Conference, the premier global event in the modular construction industry, honors excellence in design, innovation, sustainability, efficiency, and architectural quality. The Awards of Distinction are presented based on votes from a panel of experts and industry leaders across North America, as well as votes from conference attendees, making it a highly collaborative and prestigious benchmark in the field.

CIMC MBS was selected from hundreds of global entries, underscoring its strength in industrialized precision, smart construction applications, carbon-reduction strategies, and human-centered design.

2025 Award-Winning Projects

The CIMC MBS team receiving awards on-site
The CIMC MBS team receiving awards on-site

The Student Hostel at City University of Hong Kong (Whitehead, Ma On Shan) was awarded First Place in the Permanent Modular Dormitory category. As the world’s largest modular student housing project, it was completed two years ahead of schedule. The project achieved a 50% faster delivery and reduced waste by 68% compared to traditional construction. Featuring advanced MiMEP integration and low-carbon solutions, it sets a new standard for high-density, sustainable urban development.

The “T-Loft@Lok Wo” transitional housing project in Hong Kong received First Place in the Relocatable Modular Social & Supportive Housing category. With its fully relocatable design, the project integrates safety, efficiency, and comfort with aesthetic appeal. It offers a forward-thinking solution to global housing challenges, showcasing exceptional design and quality in social housing.


These accolades follow CIMC MBS’s success at the 2024 World of Modular Conference, where it received awards for its citizenM Hotel in Menlo Park, USA, and United Court Transitional Housing in Hong Kong—both recognized for their energy efficiency, mobility, and construction speed.

“We are honored to receive this international recognition once again,” said Victor Zhu, General Manager of CIMC Modular Building Systems. “These awards affirm the global impact of our technology and our unwavering commitment to building smarter, greener, and more sustainable spaces for communities around the world.”

Thailand Unites to Elevate Bangkok Pride 2025 into a Global Festival of Diversity and Tourism Powerhouse


BANGKOK, THAILAND – Media OutReach Newswire – 7 May 2025 – In a powerful collaboration across sectors, Siam Piwat Group— developer and operator of global destinations including Siam Center, Siam Paragon, Siam Discovery, ICONSIAM, Siam Premium Outlets Bangkok and ICS—joins forces with Bangkok Pride, the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT), the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA), the Creative Industry and Soft Power Institute (CISPI), the Creative Economy Agency (CEA), and the United Nations in Thailand, along with over 70 government agencies and private sectors, to empower LGBTQIA+ rights and amplify Thailand’s global tourism appeal through “Bangkok Pride Festival 2025” and “The Celebration: Right to Love.”

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The press conference gathered key government, industry, and international organizations, including Ministry of Tourism and Sports, National Soft Power Development Committee, Subcommittee on Festival Industry National Soft Power Strategy Committee, Federation of Thai Industries (FTI), Bangkok Metropolitan Authority, Tourism Authority of Thailand, UN Secretary-General in Thailand, Naruemit Pride Co., Ltd. and Yellow Channel Co., Ltd., along with representatives from various public and private sectors —demonstrating a united cross-sector commitment to elevating pride month in Bangkok as a global celebration of diversity and soft power.

Siam Piwat, together with Bangkok Pride, the Tourism Authority of Thailand, the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration, the Creative Industry and Soft Power Institute, the Creative Economy Agency, and the United Nations in Thailand, along with over 70 government agencies and private sectors launches “Bangkok Pride Festival 2025” and “The Celebration: Right to Love”
Siam Piwat, together with Bangkok Pride, the Tourism Authority of Thailand, the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration, the Creative Industry and Soft Power Institute, the Creative Economy Agency, and the United Nations in Thailand, along with over 70 government agencies and private sectors launches “Bangkok Pride Festival 2025” and “The Celebration: Right to Love”

National Collaboration and Global Vision
The 2025 celebration is not just a singular event, but a month-long convergence of four major initiatives—collectively forming Thailand’s most significant Pride movement to date:

  • “The Celebration: Right to Love”, a curated campaign of events across global destinations – Siam Paragon, Siam Center, Siam Discovery, and ICONSIAM, is hosted under the ONESIAM banner by Siam Piwat, spotlighting inclusivity through fashion, art, performance, and design.
  • “Bangkok Pride Festival 2025”, including the Bangkok Pride Parade, is organized by Bangkok Pride, led by Naruemit Pride Co., Ltd., and serves as the national centerpiece of Pride Month.
  • “Drag Bangkok Festival 2025” is hosted by Drag Bangkok and produced by Yellow Channel Co., Ltd., celebrating drag culture through shows, competitions, and global performances.
  • “Paint the City with MY PRIDE” is an identity campaign launched by CISPI, under the Federation of Thai Industries (FTI), in collaboration with CEA, aimed at empowering creative industries and enhancing Thailand’s soft power through inclusive branding and design.

This ecosystem of distinct-yet-united initiatives forms the foundation for positioning Bangkok as a world-class Pride destination and a beacon of both equality and economic opportunity.

“Siam Piwat Group has long championed diversity and inclusion,” said Saruntorn Asaves, First Executive Vice President – Shopping Center Business, Siam Piwat Co., Ltd. “Through ONESIAM, we are not only hosting world-class events—we are empowering social progress, supporting creative industries, and drawing global visitors to Thailand. Our properties are platforms of opportunity where love, identity, and creativity intersect to generate real value for communities and the nation.”

Michaela Friberg-Storey, Representative of the UN Secretary-General in Thailand, remarked, “Inclusive societies are more resilient and prosperous. Thailand’s Pride movement demonstrates how rights, culture, and commerce can work in harmony.” Echoing this, Thapanee Kiatphaibool, Governor of the Tourism Authority of Thailand, stated, “Pride tourism is a powerful tool to strengthen Thailand’s appeal and position the country as a welcoming, creative, and world-ready destination.”

Pride as a Growth Engine for the Creative Economy and Tourism
Waaddao Ann Chumaporn, President of Naruemit Pride Co., Ltd., emphasized that the Bangkok Pride Festival is rapidly becoming a key economic and cultural engine for Thailand.

Panel discussion on Bangkok’s roadmap to World Pride 2030
Panel discussion on Bangkok’s roadmap to World Pride 2030

“In just three years, participation has surged from 100,000 in 2023 to over 300,000 projected in 2025. Economic circulation from Pride Month is expected to exceed 4.5 billion baht, benefitting sectors from retail and entertainment to hospitality and transport,” she stated.

This year’s Bangkok Pride Parade will span 3 kilometers along Rama I Road with Siam Center, Siam Paragon and Siam Discovery serving as major event anchors, reinforcing the area’s identity as Bangkok’s Pride District and a vibrant commercial hub for inclusive tourism.

This exponential growth reflects Pride’s rising role as a national tourism driver and soft power export. As the festival continues to scale—with over 70 partners and increasing international interest—it lays the groundwork for Bangkok to become Asia’s Pride capital and a future host of World Pride 2030.

“This is more than a celebration for the LGBTQIA+ community—it is a platform for nationwide economic stimulus, creative industry expansion, and global positioning. It’s a declaration that Bangkok and Thailand are ready to lead,” Waaddao concluded.

ONESIAM Presents Art, Creativity, and Identity in Action
As part of ONESIAM experiences, Siam Center will present “Galaxy of Love”, featuring creative installations and live performances, while Siam Discovery marks Pride Month with exclusive fashion and lifestyle collections celebrating self-expression. At Siam Paragon, Drag Bangkok Festival will take center stage from May 30–June 1, spotlighting iconic drag performers and celebrating the vibrancy of Thai queer culture. Over at the riverfront, ICONSIAM’s “Pride Out Louder 2025” will offer immersive public activations throughout June. Further commemorating the occasion, Siam Piwat is also launching a limited-edition ONESIAM drinking water, symbolizing boundless love and promoting sustainable consumption.

“MY PRIDE” – A Soft Power Strategy Through Inclusive Branding
At national level, CISPI, under the FTI, and the CEA have launched the campaign “Paint the City with MY PRIDE”—a strategic initiative that introduces a new identity system designed to be adopted across industries to increase business value and support national tourism. Over 10 major brands will release special products throughout May–June.

“The LGBTQIA+ community is a powerful creative driver,” said Kriengkrai Thiennukul, Chairman of FTI. “MY PRIDE channels that energy into inclusive branding, helping industries nationwide grow with purpose.”

This powerful cross-sector collaboration marks a pivotal step in uniting creativity, inclusivity, and national strategy—demonstrating Thailand’s readiness to host World Pride and take its place on the global stage.

Hashtag: #SiamPiwat #ONESIAM #ONESIAMexperience #PrideMonth2025 #PrideMonth #SiamParagon #SiamCenter #SiamDiscovery #ICONSIAM #TheCelebrationRighttoLove #BangkokPride #BangkokPrideParade #BangkokPrideFestival #DragBangkok #DragBangkokFestival #MYPride #PrideDistrict #PrideBangkok #Bangkok #GlobalDestination #GlobalPrideDestination

The issuer is solely responsible for the content of this announcement.

Siam Piwat Company Limited

Siam Piwat is a leading retail and real estate developer that owns Bangkok’s top destinations, including Siam Paragon, Siam Center, Siam Discovery, ICONSIAM, and Siam Premium Outlets Bangkok. Siam Piwat has 50 subsidiaries across seven core businesses: real estate development, department stores, retail, food and beverage, venue management, digital platforms, and business support.

Over the past six decades, Siam Piwat has played a significant role in shaping Bangkok’s retail landscape and is recognized for creating iconic and innovative retail models, with the goal of consistently delivering extraordinary experiences that delight and inspire all customers.

Move Industries Launches New Era for Movement

Leadership transition and new organizational structure reinforce commitment to core technology and enhanced governance

SAN FRANCISCO, May 7, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Movement Labs, a Web3 company and core contributor of the Movement Network, today announced the establishment of Move Industries by two Movement employees. The newly formed Move Industries has been established to ensure a more simplified and focused operational structure, including new executive leadership.

Move Industries Launches New Era for Movement
Move Industries Launches New Era for Movement

Torab Torabi, a founding member of Move Industries, will lead the company as CEO. In addition, Will Gaines will serve as President and Chief Marketing Officer and Young Yang Liauw will continue overseeing engineering. Mr. Liauw brings significant blockchain engineering expertise from his time at Aptos as Head of Move along with positions at Novi and Meta, where he worked on the Libra team.

Move Industries is committed to maintaining Movement’s position as a leading Move-based blockchain ecosystem. Move Industries’ three core pillars are Community/Brand, Engineering/Product, and Ecosystem/Business Development. The new endeavor will operate with enhanced accountability measures, providing a stronger foundation for the Movement ecosystem’s future growth and success.

“Today marks the beginning of an exciting new chapter for the Movement,” said Torabi. “We are putting in place the structures needed for our company to thrive, which includes a full commitment to our ecosystem builders and community. They are at the heart of everything we do. Our team remains heads down, improving chain performance, increasing economic activity on-chain, and supporting the incredible projects being built on the Movement Network. We will continue full steam ahead to fulfill our promises.”

Movement Labs has also terminated Co-Founder Rushi Manche.

Additionally, Co-Founder Cooper Scanlon is voluntarily passing the torch to Torab Torabi, to lead Move Industries.

“It has been an incredible journey bringing the Movement vision to life and I’m immensely proud of what we’ve built together,” said Scanlon. “Torab has been instrumental to Movement’s development from the beginning, and I have complete confidence in his leadership abilities and vision for the future. I will continue to support the Movement and advocate as the team writes this next chapter.”

Move Industries will operate under improved governance, including expanded board oversight and transparent decision-making processes.

“The Movement community has stood with us through both triumph and challenge,” said Gaines. “With Move Industries, we’re returning to our founding principles: self-sovereignty, creativity, and systems that serve people. This next chapter will ensure we continue building world-class infrastructure, world-class businesses and a world-class movement.”

About Move Industries

Move Industries is building a community-first Move-based blockchain ecosystem. Led by a team of industry veterans, Move Industries maintains a dual focus on technology and community. The organization intends to return to crypto’s radical roots: giving financial power and opportunity back to the people.

 

QNB becomes the first bank in Middle East & Africa to open a branch in India’s GIFT City

DOHA, Qatar, May 7, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — QNB, the largest financial institution in the Middle East and Africa (MEA), has become the first bank from the MEA region to open a branch in GIFT City in Gujarat, India’s first international financial centre & special economic zone.

QNB becomes the first bank in Middle East & Africa to open a branch in India’s GIFT City
QNB becomes the first bank in Middle East & Africa to open a branch in India’s GIFT City

Commenting on the launch of the new branch, Mr. Abdullah Mubarak Al Khalifa, CEO of QNB Group, said: “India’s banking sector is poised for rapid growth on the strength of robust economic growth prospects, and banks have demonstrated strong operational performance along with improving asset quality. With the opening of the GIFT City branch, QNB is expanding its footprint at an opportune time when Indian corporates are seeking strong banking partners for supporting their growth plans. Combined with QNB’s global outreach and expertise, as well as its pioneering role in shaping the international financial landscape, India presents long term growth opportunities for wholesale banking.”

Mr. Ali Darwish, Senior Executive Vice President of International Business at QNB Group, said: “India is one of the world’s fastest growing large economies and on track to become a major global supply chain and manufacturing hub. India’s foreign exchange reserves exceed USD 650 Billion, ranking amongst the world’s largest. With the new branch in GIFT, QNB has enhanced its product suite with a multi-currency proposition.”

“The GIFT branch will strengthen QNB’s extensive regional & international network in 28 markets across 3 continents,” he added.

“QNB is expanding its presence in India & the new branch in GIFT offers a wide range of liability as well as credit focused products. The branch will support customers located onshore in India as well as offshore with their funding requirements in foreign currency,” said Mr. Gaurav Gupta, CEO of Qatar National Bank in India.

QNB established its first bank branch in India in 2017, which has grown rapidly to support international banking requirements of Indian corporate and institutional clients. QNB India is a Scheduled Commercial Bank providing full-fledged banking services across the country. QNB India focuses on credit solutions for structured trade & working capital financing as well as long tenor loans for bespoke end uses.

Contact: prteam@qnb.com 

Blue Cross Surpasses Market Average with Over 20% Growth in 2024


HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 7 May 2025 – Blue Cross (Asia-Pacific) Insurance Limited (“Blue Cross”) reported outstanding performance in the 2024 provisional statistics for Hong Kong general insurance business released by the Insurance Authority:

  • Blue Cross achieved a 22.1% year-on-year growth in gross written premiums, significantly outpacing the market average of 6.3%1. Blue Cross’s overall market share has also increased.
  • Non-medical business experienced strong growth, with premiums surging by over 30% (31.7%), mainly driven by performance in travel and personal accident, employees’ compensation, general liability and motor vehicle insurance businesses. The overall market’s non-medical business slightly declined by 0.9%2.
  • In particular, travel and personal accident business performed the best, with a premium growth of nearly 40% (36.7%), far exceeding the overall market’s growth of about 20% (20.1%)3.
  • Medical business also maintained its growth momentum, recording a premium growth of nearly 20% (19.1%).

Ms. Bonnie Tse, Chief Executive Officer of Blue Cross, said, “Thanks to the staunch support of our customers and the collective efforts of our business partners, frontline and back-office teams, Blue Cross delivered wonderful results in 2024 with multiple business lines outperforming the market, cementing our strong position in the general insurance industry. Moving forward, we remain confident in our growth trajectory. Staying true to our customer-centric philosophy, we will continue to enhance our products and services catered to the needs and pain points of customers, ensuring the right protection at the right time for the right budget.”

Notes:

  1. Source: Insurance Authority’s Provisional Statistics on General Business (direct business) from January to December 2024, excluding Mortgage Guarantee.
  2. Source: Insurance Authority’s Provisional Statistics on General Business (direct business) from January to December 2024, excluding Medical and Mortgage Guarantee.
  3. Source: Insurance Authority’s Provisional Statistics on General Business (direct business) from January to December 2024, non-medical part under Class of Business “Accident & Health”.

Disclaimers:

  • This press release is for distribution in Hong Kong Special Administrative Region only. The distribution of this press release is not and shall not be construed as an offer to sell or a solicitation to buy or a provision of any insurance product outside Hong Kong Special Administrative Region.
  • Blue Cross (Asia-Pacific) Insurance Limited is a subsidiary of AIA Group Limited. It is not affiliated with or related in any way to Blue Cross and Blue Shield Association or any of its affiliates or licensees.

Hashtag: #BlueCross

The issuer is solely responsible for the content of this announcement.

Blue Cross (Asia-Pacific) Insurance Limited

Blue Cross (Asia-Pacific) Insurance Limited (“Blue Cross”) is a subsidiary of AIA Group Limited. With over 50 years of operational experience in the insurance industry, Blue Cross provides a comprehensive range of products and services including medical, travel and general insurance, which cater to the needs of both individual and corporate customers. Blue Cross distributes its products through various channels, including AIA agency force, online platform, direct sales, BEA network, insurance agents and brokers, as well as travel agencies.

In 2024, Blue Cross is assigned financial strength rating of A+ (stable outlook) and issuer credit rating of A+ (stable outlook) by S&P Global Ratings.

Forrester Unveils Top 10 Emerging Technologies For 2025; AI Innovation Shifts From Experimentation To Business Imperative

Agentic AI represents the next frontier in automation, enabling systems to make decisions independently and with intent

SINGAPORE, May 7, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — As generative AI evolves into agentic AI, automation becomes more sophisticated, and emerging technologies shift to large-scale deployment, firms will no longer be experimenting with AI by the end of 2025 — they will be racing to keep up with AI’s acceleration. However, given ongoing geopolitical volatility, making the right technology investment decisions will be a key lever for business growth and competitive advantage. Forrester’s (Nasdaq: FORR) research, The Top 10 Emerging Technologies In 2025, highlights new technologies that empower leaders to drive AI-led innovation while ensuring long-term resilience.

The research categorizes the top 10 emerging technologies by their impacts over short-term, mid-term, and long-term benefits horizons to help enterprises and leaders prioritize their investments. An overview of the top findings is as follows:

Emerging technologies that will offer significant benefits to enterprises within the next two years by balancing AI acceleration with security needs include:

  • IoT security. As cyber threats increase, IoT security technologies will be critical to strengthening defenses for critical data and connected devices. Businesses with high technology integration will see the biggest benefits from IoT security.
  • Synthetic data. New to Forrester’s emerging technologies list this year, this technology enhances AI model training while improving trust and privacy. With regulators encouraging organizations to adopt synthetic data to minimize risk, industries including financial services, insurance, healthcare, and the public sector will benefit the most.

Mid-term emerging technologies that will deliver benefits to enterprises in the next two to five years given their real-world complexity include:

  • Agentic AI. The immediate potential of this technology is increased flexibility and adaptability to automate specific business processes. Although early examples of AI agents are promising and offer autonomous decision-making, this technology still requires stronger accuracy, trust, and coordination to become mainstream.
  • GenAI for visual content. This technology is changing the way companies create and deploy photorealistic images, videos, and motion graphics. GenAI for visual content is poised to make the biggest impact in marketing, advertising, retail, and e-commerce sectors, delivering immersive and personalized preferences, and boosting consumer satisfaction.

The emerging technology that will take at least five more years to deliver tangible value for enterprises:

  • Humanoid robots. This is the first year that this emerging technology has appeared on the list. GenAI’s rapid advancement and decreasing hardware costs are driving the advancement of humanoid robots — autonomous robots that resemble humans in appearance and functionality and are equipped with advanced sensors, AI, and actuators to perform tasks. However, challenges including high research and development costs, and complexities surrounding robot integration into existing workflows and infrastructure will hinder their widespread adoption.

“As AI becomes ubiquitous, business and technology leaders should prioritize investments that will deliver the greatest impact for their organizations in terms of driving business growth, innovation, and competitive advantage,” said Sharyn Leaver, chief research officer at Forrester. “Despite global uncertainty, AI’s rapid acceleration will continue. Enterprises that strategically balance AI innovation with risk mitigation will be ones that successfully thrive and achieve sustainable growth.”

Resources:

  • Register for a complimentary webinar to learn about Forrester’s 10 top emerging technologies for 2025 and how these innovations apply across industries.
  • Register to attend Forrester’s 2025 Technology & Innovation Summits in Asia Pacific, EMEA, and North America.

About Forrester 
Forrester (Nasdaq: FORR) is one of the most influential research and advisory firms in the world. We empower leaders in technology, customer experience, digital, marketing, sales, and product functions to be bold at work and accelerate growth through customer obsession. Our unique research and continuous guidance model helps executives and their teams achieve their initiatives and outcomes faster and with confidence. To learn more, visit Forrester.com.

Rockefeller Foundation Announces Latest Steps to Accelerate Community-Focused Energy Transition Projects during Ecosperity Week

  • Collaboration between ACEN Corporation, GenZero , Keppel, and Mitsubishi for pilot project in the Philippines 
  • Approval of a methodology by Verra that will accelerate the world’s first transition credits
  • Scaling up support for 60 plant transitions could unlock US$110 billion in public and private investment, prevent 9,900 early deaths annually, and generate 29,000 permanent jobs  

SINGAPORE, May 7, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — The Rockefeller Foundation announced its latest efforts to accelerate access to clean, affordable energy in vulnerable communities living near coal-fired power plants in developing countries, as part of its Coal to Clean Credit Initiative (CCCI). During Ecosperity Week in Singapore, the Foundation’s partner ACEN Corporation, announced a new collaboration with GenZero, Keppel, and Mitsubishi Corporation and its subsidiary, Diamond Generating Asia, Limited, to advance the first CCCI pilot in the Philippines, while Verra, a nonprofit certification body that issues Verified Carbon Units (VCUs) for carbon reduction, officially approved the CCCI’s methodology, the first of its kind. In addition, new analysis from The Rockefeller Foundation shows that supporting 60 projects by 2030 could unlock US$110 billion in public and private investment while preventing 9,900 early deaths and 640,000 lost workdays annually and generating 29,000 new permanent jobs. 

Ashvin Dayal, Senior Vice President, Power and Climate at The Rockefeller Foundation, said: “Energy access and abundance define people’s, community’s, and country’s futures.  With electricity demand increasing around the world, The Foundation has been looking for ways to work with communities and countries as they make the best energy choices for their people.  As more and more countries and communities choose to transition to clean energy sources, philanthropy has a unique role to play—we can take risks where others cannot and catalyze momentum needed. The projects announced this week will do just that, offering real benefits for people living and working in these communities.” 

Increasing access to clean energy technologies, which are now cheaper than coal power in most markets, improves the affordability of energy for households, communities, businesses, and governments, according to a recent report from the International Energy Agency. When paired with energy storage and smart grid technologies, renewables also deliver energy reliability and decrease dependence on volatile fossil fuel markets. In addition, studies have shown major public health gains from reduced air pollution from coal-fired plants, which is particularly significant for vulnerable populations such as children, the elderly, and those with pre-existing respiratory or cardiovascular conditions.

This Work in Action:
CCCI aims to unlock market demand for transition credits while addressing the needs of vulnerable communities, creating new jobs, expanding access to affordable energy, driving economic growth opportunities, and improving public health, alongside enhancing climate resilience. Since 2022, The Rockefeller Foundation has invested over $10 million to identify eligible communities, build an ecosystem around transition credits for high integrity, and support pre-feasibility assessments. 

In 2023, The Rockefeller Foundation announced a new collaboration with ACEN Corporation, the listed energy platform of the Ayala Group, to explore leveraging carbon finance to replace its 246 MW South Luzon Thermal Energy Corporation (SLTEC) coal plant in the Philippines with clean power and battery storage, while supporting the livelihoods of workers affected by the plant’s early transition. Fully replacing SLTEC with the same level of firm, reliable power can be achieved with 1000 megawatt (MW) of solar, 250 MW of wind, and 1000 MW of battery energy storage. ACEN, whose SLTEC plant was already scheduled for early retirement in 2040, is working to move this up to 2030 by leveraging CCCI’s methodology.

The Rockefeller Foundation currently has a portfolio of potential projects in several geographies across the Asia-Pacific region, with an overarching goal of supporting 60 asset owners with similar transitions by 2030.

Announced during Ecosperity Week 2025

  • Investing in energy abundance solutions.
    The Rockefeller Foundation shared for the first time their initial estimates, undertaken by Catalyst Advisors, that support for 60 projects could help unlock US$110 billion in public and private investment, create US$21 billion in economic spillover, and generate approximately 29,000 net permanent jobs. These projects could also prevent 9,900 early deaths and 640,000 lost workdays a year and save consumers in emerging economies up to US$8.3 billion annually in power costs.

    The Rockefeller Foundation also announced a US$600,000 grant to the Integrity Council for the Voluntary Carbon Market (ICVCM Limited) to support a Continuous Improvement Program on transition credits, which will develop a high-integrity threshold for this new asset class. This funding will also help ensure that the needs and rights of Indigenous Peoples and local communities are taken into account when designing and implementing these markets.

    “Today’s progress update demonstrates that we are closer than ever to unlocking new benefits to people with credits that will help communities transition to clean, affordable energy. We are now focused on scaling this initiative and bringing dozens of such transactions to the market by 2030.”
     ―  Dr. Joseph Curtin, Managing Director for Power and Climate at The Rockefeller Foundation

  • Exploring a new partnership to advance the first pilot.
    Located in a region with the second highest unemployment rate in the Philippines, ACEN’s SLTEC is located in the City of Batangas, where the population density is 31% higher than the national average and where by 2030 over 726,000 people live within a 20-kilometer radius of the plant. Leveraging the CCCI’s methodology, ACEN is teaming up with GenZero, Keppel Ltd., and Mitsubishi Corporation and its subsidiary, Diamond Generating Asia, Limited, to explore a collaboration that would facilitate the early retirement of the SLTEC plant and replace it with clean and reliable energy.

    “This partnership represents a milestone in our collective efforts to address the enormous challenges of the energy transition. By pioneering the Transition Credits mechanism, we are demonstrating a viable pathway for coal-dependent economies to transition sustainably. We hope this will serve as a catalyst for other coal plant owners to embark on their clean energy journey.”
    ― Eric Francia, President and CEO of ACEN Corporation 
  • Approval of the CCCI’s methodology.
    Verra, the leading global carbon crediting standard, officially approved the CCCI’s methodology, marking a significant milestone in the development of high-integrity transition credits. This approval paves the way for the first projects to generate high-integrity transition credits – with clear protections in place – from local job creation to energy access and essential social safeguards – to supports workers and communities affected by early coal plant closures.

    “We need to rethink the very systems that are hurting people and the planet. Our new methodology empowers energy providers to make that shift in a way that doesn’t leave workers or communities behind and doesn’t inadvertently exacerbate energy poverty.”
    ― Mandy Rambharos, CEO of Verra

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