SINGAPORE, July 18, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — BeLive Holdings (NASDAQ: BLIV), a technology solutions provider in white-label live and video streaming solutions, proudly announces the launch of its new content production and creative subsidiary, BeLive AI Studios Pte Ltd, a bold new venture set to redefine storytelling for the digital generation.

Spearheaded by celebrated director and producer, Cho Jun Ming, the new studio will specialize in social realism content and visually arresting, emotionally charged advertising, blending cinematic storytelling with digital-first sensibilities to deliver authentic, high-impact content.

“This is more than just a creative arm. It’s our declaration that content and technology must co-exist to shape the future of digital engagement,” said Kenneth Tan, CEO of BeLive Holdings. “With this launch, we’re not only empowering brands to tell better stories. We’re building the creative infrastructure of tomorrow.”

This expansion allows BeLive to move beyond streaming infrastructure into premium content creation, bringing together technological scale and storytelling excellence under one roof.

The studio will serve brands, agencies, and platforms across Southeast Asia and global markets by delivering raw, resonant, socially grounded narratives through formats designed for the attention economy.

“In a content-saturated world, authenticity wins,” says Cho Jun Ming, Creative Director of the new studio. “We’re not just making content, we’re capturing the unfiltered essence of modern life in every frame.”

From bite-sized human dramas to powerful branded storytelling, the studio’s work will challenge conventions, spark conversation, and move audiences, anchored in truth, emotion, and cultural relevance.

About BeLive Holdings

Headquartered in Singapore, BeLive provides live commerce and shoppable short videos solutions (“BeLive Solutions”) to international retail companies and e-commerce marketplaces. Our BeLive Solutions enable our customers to leverage the power of interactive and immersive live and video commerce to their online business and enable our customers to curate unique videos that may also be aired real-time as they are simultaneously being recorded, for anytime instant replay. We categorize our BeLive Solutions into (i) an enterprise-grade BeLive White Label Solution which is customized to meet a customer’s unique requirements, and which can be integrated into their existing internal system and (ii) a cloud-based software-as-a-service (SaaS) solution (“BeLive SaaS Solution”) for customers who are looking for a quick and cost-effective live commerce and shoppable short video solution without the necessity of building their own infrastructure and technology stack. 

About BeLive AI Studios Pte Ltd

Headquartered in Singapore, BeLive AI Studios Pte. Ltd. (“BeLive AI Studios”) is the content production and creative subsidiary of BeLive Technology (NASDAQ: BLIV). We specialize in the creation of high-impact branded content, emotionally resonant advertising, and immersive social realism content tailored for digital-first audiences.

The studio blends cinematic storytelling with deep cultural insight, producing narrative-driven campaigns that captivate, provoke, and connect. Led by an award-winning director and producer, Cho Jun Ming, BeLive AI Studios is built on the belief that authentic stories told with craft and purpose to drive deeper engagement and brand resonance.

We offer full-spectrum creative production services, from concept development to post-production, with a focus on short-form, mobile-first content designed for the modern attention span. Whether collaborating with global brands or pioneering original content formats, we push creative boundaries using the same innovation-driven mindset that powers BeLive’s technology platforms.

For more information, please visit: www.belivestudios.com

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BEIJING, July 18, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — A news report from China.org.cn on China’s supply chain:

Jeff Bowman, a 72-year-old American CEO, is considering moving his factory to China.

Bowman’s factory produces a specialized compound used in textiles for garments and outdoor gear, with production spanning both China and the U.S. However, the tariff hike levied on Chinese goods by the U.S. government has disrupted what was once a smooth-running supply chain. The unpredictable and shifting U.S. trade policies have forced Bowman to rethink his supply chain strategy to avoid further uncertainty.

Contrary to the U.S. government’s hopes for industrial reshoring, many American business owners like Bowman are planning to shift parts of their U.S.-based production to China, to benefit from the country’s well-developed infrastructure and vast consumption market.

The 3rd China International Supply Chain Expo (CISCE) has drawn a crowd of domestic and international exhibitors, testifying to the strong appeal of China’s supply chains. This year’s event has attracted more than 650 exhibitors from 75 countries, regions, and international organizations, with the number of American exhibitors up 15% from the previous edition.

The ever-growing international presence at CISCE is owed to the stability, innovation, openness, and win-win cooperation that define China’s supply chains.

In recent years, China has focused on strengthening both the weak and strong links along its supply chains, a key driver of its stability and innovation. On the one hand, efforts have been dedicated to tackling bottlenecks in key technological areas like basic materials and core components, addressing vulnerabilities and boosting resilience. On the other hand, China is pushing its competitive industries such as machinery and new energy further up the value chain to become more cutting-edge. In a nutshell, innovation reinforces stability, which, in turn, fuels innovation.

Openness and win-win results are the defining features of China’s supply chains. One tree does not make a forest. All countries occupy different positions and enjoy varying comparative advantages within the global supply chain, and only through openness and collaboration can win-win results be achieved. At this year’s CISCE, Chinese and international exhibitors along the same supply chains have collaboratively set up joint booths to showcase key materials, technologies, and products across upstream, midstream, and downstream segments, facilitating resource coordination. Countries including Singapore and Peru, as well as multinational corporations such as Starbucks, Walmart, and Genertec, are hosting dedicated sessions at the CISCE, seeking friends, partners, application scenarios, and practical solutions.

Whether it’s Bowman who wants to move his factory to China, or the exhibitors who are closing big deals at the CISCE, they are “voting with their feet,” their choices speak for themselves. 

Supply chains that are stable, innovative, open, and built on win-win cooperation are a true common language. And that is precisely where the strength and appeal of China’s supply chains lie.

China Mosaic
http://www.china.org.cn/video/node_7230027.htm
Why a 72-year-old American CEO wants to move his factory to China – What makes China’s supply chain so attractive?
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TAIPEI, July 18, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — TECO Electric & Machinery Co., Ltd. (TWSE: 1504) has announced a major milestone following its March acquisition of Malaysian MEP engineering company NCL Energy. The company has secured significant data center projects in Selangor and Johor Bahru, marking its entry into the hyperscale data center sector. With a combined capacity of 178 MW, these two contracts have a total value exceeding MYR 170 million (approximately TWD 1.17 billion).

Chairman Morris Li emphasized that these major projects highlight not only TECO’s advanced technical capabilities in hyperscale data center MEP engineering but also showcase its Intelligence Energy Business Group’s competence in project integration and execution on the international stage. As Malaysia rapidly becomes a key data center hub in Southeast Asia, these contract awards support TECO in broadening its footprint in the data center infrastructure market.

Seizing Hyperscale Data Center Opportunities to Expand Regional Footprint

TECO group now holds a key position in MEP engineering sector and is recognized as an industry expert in fiber connectivity for hyperscale data centers. The company is also dedicated to structured cabling and connection solutions in the country. The TECO team will undertake the Elmina Business Park project in Selangor, which includes server room installations and the deployment of hyperscale fiber-optic communication infrastructure. In Johor Bahru, the Sedenak Tech Park project will similarly focus on fiber-optic solutions for hyperscale data centers. TECO noted that major global tech giants are accelerating the deployment of hyperscale data centers in Southeast Asia. In response, TECO will continue to pursue opportunities for its full product portfolio to enter this market, further expanding its data center business footprint.

Pioneering the World’s First Ultra-High-Capacity Fiber Cable Installation in Singapore

In addition to its progress in Malaysia, TECO revealed that its Intelligence Energy Business Group is currently executing a data center MEP project in Singapore, which includes the installation of the world’s first 13,864-core hyperscale fiber-optic cable. This cutting-edge engineering competence will help the client build a high-speed, stable, and scalable data transmission architecture, significantly boosting the overall performance of the data center. In Singapore, TECO has amassed over a decade of expertise in data center MEP engineering, delivering integrated solutions totaling more than 240MW in capacity.

Combining Global Expertise with Local Strength to Set a Benchmark in MEP Integration

Beyond its extensive engineering experience, TECO also manufactures and supplies core MEP products essential for data center construction, including modular solutions such as high-efficiency motors, busways, generators, transformers, and switchboards.

TECO stated that its total installed capacity for data center projects across Taiwan and Southeast Asia has exceeded 700MW. Moving forward, TECO will continue to leverage its international project expertise and strong local teams to deliver reliable, efficient, and flexible one-stop solutions—establishing itself as a leading brand in smart energy and integrated MEP engineering.

TECO website: https://www.teco.com.tw/

Exclusive discounts, cashback, and exchange rate perks for international travelers

SHANGHAI, July 18, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — UnionPay International has officially launched its 2025 Global Summer Campaign, rolling out exclusive offers for international travelers as the global holiday season peaks. UnionPay cardholders can enjoy a wide range of summer privileges across more than 100,000 partner merchants in 25 popular destinations. Benefits include merchant discounts, favorable exchange rates, and bank-backed cashback, all of which are designed to enhance the shopping, dining, and travel experiences for global users. (https://www.unionpayintl.com/cardholderServ/serviceCenter/merchant?language=en)

“Summer is when joyful memories are made, and we want UnionPay to be part of them,” said Zhuang Bei, vice president of UnionPay International. “Whether you’re shopping in Paris, dining in Tokyo, or exploring a theme park with family in Singapore, our global summer campaign makes every experience more affordable, smoother, and more memorable.”

This year’s campaign reflects the strong rebound in global travel, with destinations across Asia and Europe seeing significant surges in popularity. Bookings to countries such as Japan, South Korea, Italy, France, and the United Kingdom have notably increased. In response, UnionPay has expanded its global merchant network, collaborating with retailers in 35 international airports and 60 major shopping districts to offer cardholders exclusive summer privileges.

UnionPay has also partnered with the world’s top duty-free groups, leading department stores, and outlet malls to offer exclusive discounts on global brands. Cardholders can also enjoy savings at over 3,500 local dining spots, cafés, and seafood markets, with instant deals available through platforms like Dianping and Uber Eats.

For family travelers during the school holidays, UnionPay has introduced themed offers in collaboration with eight world-renowned attractions. At locations such as Resorts World Sentosa in Singapore and the Royal Caribbean Spectrum of the Seas cruise ship, UnionPay users can receive cashback or instant discounts when spending meets specified thresholds.

Flight and transportation perks are also part of the campaign. UnionPay cardholders can enjoy exclusive offers when booking with international airlines such as Cathay Pacific, Singapore Airlines, Turkish Airlines, and Air China. Travelers can also access UnionPay discounts when topping up transit cards in Japan and Hong Kong SAR, or when making payments with J-Coin Pay in Japan and ZeroPay in Korea, with discounts of up to 10% available.

In addition to boost global retail by delivering travel savings, UnionPay continues to provide favorable exchange rates to Chinese travelers across over 30 destinations, including Southeast Asia, Japan, South Korea, Europe, and the Middle East. Cardholders who enroll through the UnionPay App and meet spending thresholds are eligible for upgraded rates. Meanwhile, 16 partner banks in Chinese Mainland, including ICBC, ABC, BOC, CCB and CMB, are offering up to 12% UnionPay card cashback on cross-border transactions, driving foot traffic for global merchants. For inbound China, more than 40 international banks issue UnionPay SplendorPlus Card, tailoring exclusive cashback and promotions for spending within the tour in China.

Now accepted in 183 countries and regions, with more than 73 million online and offline merchants and 1.7 million ATMs worldwide, UnionPay is strengthening its position as a preferred cross-border payment solution. With this global summer campaign, UnionPay International continues to deliver value, convenience, and reliability to travelers at every step of their journey.