SINGAPORE, Aug. 2, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Artificial intelligence has transformed academic writing. Today, researchers can summarize hundreds of papers, generate literature reviews, and even draft complete manuscripts in minutes. But as AI becomes an indispensable research tool, a new challenge is emerging: many AI-generated citations cannot be trusted.

Fabricated references, incorrect author names, invalid DOIs, and nonexistent journal articles have become one of the most widely recognized limitations of large language models. While AI dramatically improves writing efficiency, unreliable citations threaten the credibility of research itself.

Wispaper, an AI-powered academic research platform, believes the next generation of academic AI must solve this trust problem—not simply produce more text.

Today, the company announced its next-generation AI Research Agent, together with True Cite, a citation verification system designed to help researchers build papers on authentic, verifiable academic sources instead of AI-generated references.

Unlike conventional AI writing assistants that focus on content generation, Wispaper is built around the complete research process. The platform helps researchers discover research gaps, explore hypotheses, organize literature, and develop stronger scientific arguments before writing begins. Throughout this workflow, True Cite enables users to verify references against real academic publications, helping reduce the risk of citation hallucinations while improving research reliability.

“Everyone is talking about how fast AI can write,” said a Wispaper spokesperson. “We believe the more important question is whether researchers can trust what AI produces. Scientific progress depends on evidence, and evidence begins with trustworthy sources.”

As AI adoption accelerates across universities and research institutions, expectations for academic AI are evolving. Researchers are no longer looking only for writing assistants—they need AI systems that support scientific reasoning while maintaining academic integrity.

By combining reasoning-first research workflows with citation verification, Wispaper aims to redefine the role of AI in academia—from a text generator to a trusted research partner.

About WisPaper

WisPaper is an AI-powered academic research agent designed as a full-stack research accelerator. It supports literature retrieval, analysis, experiment design, execution, and paper writing within a unified workflow, helping researchers manage complex scientific tasks more efficiently across disciplines. For more information, visit https://wispaper.ai/?utm_source=news.

GUANGZHOU, China, Aug. 1, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — This is a news report from South:

The recent trademark dispute between Louis Vuitton and Chinese tea brand Molly Tea has sparked widespread discussion about floral motifs, brand identity and the origins of decorative design.

Yet centuries before monograms became synonymous with luxury fashion, Chinese artisans were creating intricate geometric and floral patterns for architecture, furniture and lacquerware.

A striking example is on display at the Guangdong Museum in Guangzhou. On the museum’s third floor, the exhibition “Splendor in Lacquer and Wood: Chaozhou Woodcarving Art” features an exquisite Qing Dynasty gilded woodcarving panel from an entrance screen, showcasing the sophistication of traditional Chinese ornamentation.

At first glance, its repeating floral motifs may seem remarkably familiar to modern viewers. Symmetrical four-petal blossoms are set within an orderly lattice of geometric patterns known as guibei jin (“tortoiseshell brocade”) and yazi jin, creating a visual language that is both restrained and richly decorative.

The piece follows one of the four classic compositional styles of Chaozhou woodcarving, combining delicate wooden latticework with relief carvings of lotus and narcissus flowers. Every detail balances geometry with nature and repetition with variation, an aesthetic principle that has shaped Chinese craftsmanship for generations.

Originally used as a decorative entrance screen in traditional Chaoshan homes, such architectural elements were designed to be viewed from both sides. Beyond their visual elegance, they also carried symbolic meanings of purity, harmony and good fortune.

Although the original gold lacquer has faded over time, the design still feels strikingly modern. Its repeated lines, carefully balanced proportions and understated luxury demonstrate that sophisticated pattern design is far from a contemporary invention.

Inspired by this centuries-old masterpiece, the Guangdong Museum has also transformed the pattern into a collectible souvenir. The Blooming Splendor refrigerator magnet faithfully recreates the artifact’s signature geometric and floral motifs in zinc alloy, preserving the layered elegance of the original woodcarving in a palm-sized keepsake. With its subtle metallic finish, the magnet brings a piece of Chinese heritage into everyday life, offering a small reminder that timeless design never truly goes out of style.

Sometimes the newest trend is simply an old masterpiece waiting to be rediscovered.

Reporter｜Li Fangwang

Photo｜Guangdong Museum

Six-month group consolidated revenue reaches IDR 198.5 billion (approximately SG$14.3 million) — equal to 97% of full-year 2025 revenue — while operating profit rises 143% year on year

Company in discussions with multiple Indonesian securities firms toward an Indonesia Stock Exchange listing targeted for early 2027

SINGAPORE, Aug. 1, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Reddog, the Korean street-food (“bunsik”) brand that has brought tteokbokki and Korean-style corn dogs to Indonesian consumers, today reported first-half 2026 results that extend one of the steepest growth curves in Southeast Asian food service — and confirmed that preparations for a public listing are now under way.

Group consolidated revenue for the six months ended June 30, 2026 reached IDR 198.5 billion (approximately SG$14.3 million), up 87.9% from IDR 105.7 billion in the same period a year earlier. Operating profit rose 142.9% to IDR 48.6 billion (approximately SG$3.5 million), lifting the operating margin from 18.9% to 24.5% — a level rarely seen among restaurant operators, where low single-digit margins are the norm. The half-year figure is striking in its own right: in six months, Reddog booked revenue equal to roughly 97% of its entire audited 2025 full-year revenue of IDR 204.9 billion.

First-half 2026 results at a glance (Unit: SGD)

Listing preparations

Reddog confirmed that it is in discussions with multiple Indonesian securities firms regarding a potential initial public offering on the Indonesia Stock Exchange (IDX), targeted for early 2027. No underwriter has been formally mandated and no registration statement has been filed. Any offering would remain subject to market conditions and to approval by the Indonesian Financial Services Authority (OJK) and the IDX.

ASEAN expansion

In April 2026, Reddog established a global entity in Singapore, and in August it opens its first store there in a CapitaLand shopping mall — a beachhead for expansion across an ASEAN market of more than 600 million people.

About Reddog

Reddog is a Korean street-food brand operated in Indonesia. Founded in 2019 and headquartered in Jakarta, the group operates and franchises more than 145 outlets serving Korean tteokbokki and Korean-style corn dogs as main menus. Reddog is led by founder and CEO Kim Hong-yeol, an F&B operations-systems specialist, and COO Cho I-jun, a turnaround expert focused on profitability and growth.

CONTACT: Cho ijun, ij.cho@reddog.sg, +65 8613 1011

HONG KONG, Aug. 2, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — The Singapore Good Soil Foundation successfully concluded the third edition of its Next Generation Philanthropy Leadership Program at The University of Hong Kong, marking the program’s first international edition since its launch.

Centered on the theme “Art + AI for Social Good,” the five-day immersive program brought together 58 in-person Student Fellows and 45 online participants from Singapore, Mainland China, Hong Kong SAR, the United States, the United Kingdom, Thailand, and Kenya. Through interdisciplinary learning in artificial intelligence, leadership, social innovation, and the arts, Student Fellows explored how technology and creativity can be harnessed to address real-world challenges and create lasting social impact.

Following two successful editions at the National University of Singapore and Nanyang Technological University, the program continues to grow into an international platform connecting young people who aspire to lead with purpose and create positive change in their communities.

The Singapore Good Soil Foundation believes that education is not simply about transferring knowledge. It is about empowering young people to use knowledge, technology, and creativity in service of humanity. Philanthropy is not merely about giving. It is about expanding human possibility.

A Classroom Without Borders

This year’s program welcomed three scholarship recipients from remote rural communities in China.

Coming from under-resourced communities, they received full scholarships covering travel, accommodation, and program expenses, enabling them to learn alongside outstanding students from around the world.

Beyond learning about artificial intelligence, leadership, and social innovation, the Next Generation Philanthropy Leadership Program aims to equip Student Fellows to become future philanthropic leaders who will one day return to their communities and create opportunities for others.

For the Singapore Good Soil Foundation, philanthropy is about more than transforming individual lives. It is about empowering individuals to become catalysts for positive change within their communities and beyond.

Young People Inspiring Young People

Nine alumni from previous cohorts returned as Teaching Assistants, mentoring student teams throughout the program.

Outstanding university students from Nanyang Technological University, Yale University, and Xiamen University also returned to share their experiences of university life, leadership, and community engagement.

The Singapore Good Soil Foundation believes that some of the most meaningful learning happens when young people inspire one another.

Education Beyond the Classroom

The program featured speakers from the fields of philanthropy, artificial intelligence, entrepreneurship, design, and communication.

Participants also visited the Hong Kong Jockey Club, the Hong Kong Sikh community, M+ Museum, and The University of Hong Kong, gaining first-hand insight into Hong Kong’s multicultural society, religious inclusivity, and the role of civic institutions in building a more compassionate and connected community.

One of the most highly praised sessions of the Next Generation Philanthropy Leadership Program was the Improvisational Speaking Masterclass.

After the session, a first-year Yale University undergraduate shared, “I wish I had taken this class in high school.”

For the Singapore Good Soil Foundation, that reflection was more meaningful than any accolade. It affirmed a belief at the heart of the program: education is not only about acquiring knowledge, but about cultivating independent thinking, authentic communication, meaningful collaboration, and the confidence to navigate an uncertain future.

Technology Should Always Serve Humanity

The Charity Pitch Challenge remained the centerpiece of the program.

Working in interdisciplinary teams, Student Fellows designed innovative solutions to real social challenges by integrating artificial intelligence, art, and human-centered design.

Throughout the program, students were reminded of one simple belief:

AI is not the goal. It is a tool.

The future will not be shaped by technology alone, but by the values of the people who choose how to use it.

Five Days. Leadership in Action.

The program also celebrated the continued impact of Silver Sayang, a student-led initiative launched during the Singapore Good Soil Foundation’s inaugural Next Generation Philanthropy Leadership Program.

Today, its members continue organizing visits to nursing homes, bringing companionship and care to elderly residents.

Their journey is a reminder that meaningful education does not end when the program concludes. Sometimes, one conversation, one project, or one act of kindness can shape a lifetime.

Looking Ahead

As artificial intelligence continues to reshape the world, the Singapore Good Soil Foundation believes one question has become more important than ever:

What does it truly mean to be human?

The answer is not found in technological progress alone, but in the choices we make, the compassion we show, and the responsibility we take for one another.

This belief is the foundation of the Next Generation Philanthropy Leadership Program: to equip young people not only with the skills to innovate, but also with the character to lead with integrity, empathy, and purpose.

At the heart of the Singapore Good Soil Foundation’s mission is a conviction often expressed by its Founder, Ms Faye Lo:

“Our goal is not simply to help young people succeed. It is to help them become people who expand human possibility.”

The Singapore Good Soil Foundation aspires to cultivate a generation of entrepreneurs, scientists, and AI innovators who are equally defined by their compassion, integrity, global outlook, and commitment to the common good. Ultimately, the future will not be shaped by technology alone, but by those who choose to wield it with wisdom and purpose.

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The annual customer appreciation event recognizes DELLA members while announcing an upcoming system-selection experience and highlighting the continued expansion of DELLA’s mini split portfolio.

CITY OF INDUSTRY, Calif. and LOS ANGELES, Aug. 2, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — DELLA, a home comfort brand specializing in ductless mini split systems and heating and cooling solutions, today announced the return of DELLA Day, celebrating the brand’s 14th anniversary and recognizing the customers whose continued support has helped drive its growth.

As part of DELLA Day, eligible members in the Blue Diamond and Diamond tiers will receive exclusive appreciation gifts:  

• Blue Diamond Members: A $100 DELLA gift card, DELLA hat, neck fan and DELLA tumbler  
• Diamond Members: A DELLA hat, neck fan and DELLA tumbler

In conjunction with DELLA Day, the company will launch its new Build Your Own System experience on Aug. 7, 2026.  

The online tool is designed to simplify the mini split selection process by helping homeowners evaluate factors such as product series, system capacity, single-zone versus multi-zone configurations, room count and size, regional climate conditions, and overall comfort requirements. Based on those inputs, customers can narrow down system options that better fit their home’s layout, location and project needs.

For example, a homeowner planning a new construction project in a colder climate could use the experience to evaluate options for heating and cooling two separate rooms. By entering information about the home’s layout, location and comfort needs, the homeowner could receive ranked system recommendations and identify a dual-zone mini split configuration that balances cold-weather performance, efficiency and value.

DELLA’s expanding mini split portfolio offers solutions for a wider range of budgets, room layouts and installation needs. The Vario Series delivers a balanced combination of performance, energy efficiency, smart convenience and value across single-zone and multi-zone configurations. For budget-conscious homeowners, the Vita Series provides an accessible entry into ductless comfort and uses R32 refrigerant for reliable everyday heating and cooling. Beyond traditional wall-mounted systems, DELLA also offers ceiling cassette and ducted units, giving homeowners, contractors and property professionals greater flexibility to accommodate different spaces, design preferences and project requirements.

“DELLA Day is our opportunity to recognize the customers who have supported our growth and helped shape the way we continue to improve,” said Raymond P., CEO of DELLA. “With the launch of Build Your Own System on Aug. 7 and the continued expansion of our ceiling cassette, ducted and wall-mounted mini split offerings, our goal is to give customers more confidence, flexibility and choice when planning their home comfort.”

Through DELLA Day, Build Your Own System and its expanding portfolio, DELLA continues to make home comfort easier to understand, select and manage for homeowners nationwide.

To learn more about DELLA Day, Build Your Own System and DELLA’s complete lineup of mini split solutions, visit www.dellahome.com.

About DELLA

DELLA is a home comfort brand offering heating, cooling and air-quality solutions designed to make comfortable living more accessible. Its product portfolio includes ductless mini split systems, portable air conditioners, window air conditioners, fans and other home climate solutions engineered for dependable performance, energy efficiency and everyday convenience. By combining innovative products with customer-focused tools and support, DELLA helps homeowners find and manage comfort solutions that fit their homes and lifestyles. For more information, visit www.dellahome.com.