SHANGHAI, June 2, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — REPT BATTERO, a leading global energy storage solutions provider, today announced that Inter Milan football legends will make a special appearance at its booth at SNEC 2026 (PV Power Expo), marking the first major public activation since the two parties formalized their Global Official Battery and Energy Storage Partnership in May 2026.

The appearance comes on the heels of Inter Milan’s triumphant 2025–26 season, in which the club claimed both the Serie A title and the Coppa Italia — a domestic double that underscores the club’s status as one of Europe’s most storied football institutions with a truly global fanbase.

At the SNEC booth, REPT BATTERO and Inter Milan will jointly showcase the company’s latest energy storage products and solutions, bringing together the worlds of elite sport and clean energy innovation.

Inter Milan is a world-class sporting IP with unparalleled international reach. Through this collaboration, REPT BATTERO is connecting with global markets in a more dynamic and internationally resonant way, accelerating recognition of the brand, technology, and values on the world stage.

Beyond brand visibility, REPT BATTERO continues to deepen its commitment to the global market, advancing the deployment of its energy storage products, technologies, and service ecosystems to support the global energy transition.

New, high-performance AI Agent NAS devices empower SMBs and one-person companies to deploy localized, multi-tasking AI Agent workflows.

TAIPEI, June 2, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — MINISFORUM, a Global Edge Computing Solution Brand & System Integrator, showcased its advanced hardware-software ecosystem at COMPUTEX 2026. Transitioning heavily toward dedicated AI Agent network-attached storage (NAS) architecture, the company unveiled its new generation of decentralized, edge AI devices tailor-made for small-to-medium businesses (SMBs) and one-person companies (OPCs). Headlined by the powerful AI Agent NAS N5 MAX and the silent All-Flash NAS S5, this lineup delivers the critical local compute power, high-speed storage, and elite networking required to power private AI Agents without cloud subscription overhead. To see the N5 MAX and All-Flash S5 in action, attendees of COMPUTEX 2026 are invited to attend a live demonstration hosted by renowned tech influencer M. Brandon Lee (@thisistechtoday).

“With the new N5 MAX and All-Flash S5, we’ve combined high-performance hardware with our self-developed MinisCloud OS to empower users with private, enterprise-grade intelligence, built from the ground up with data privacy in mind,” said Emily Yeh, Director of Brand & Marketing of MINISFORUM. “By pairing next-generation silicon with specialized NPU engines, we are providing SMBs and OPCs with compact yet robust platforms capable of automated data analysis, built entirely locally, with the collaboration of multiple AI Agents, facilitating more efficient workflows.”

The COMPUTEX 2026 Showcase Lineup

1. AI Agent NAS N5 MAX: The Flagship Private Data Hub for Localized AI

The N5 MAX is MINISFORUM’s flagship all-in-one NAS, integrating high-capacity storage, high-performance computing, and end-to-end local privacy protection for SMB knowledge hubs and local data centers.

• Flagship AI Processing & Local LLMs: Powered by the premium AMD Ryzen AI Max+ 395 processor delivering a massive 126 TOPS. Backed by 64GB of LPDDR5x 8533 MT/s high-bandwidth unified memory, it executes dense open-source models like Qwen3.6 35B completely offline on a single unit.
• Massive Hybrid Capacity & Connectivity: Supports 5x 3.5-inch SATA HDDs and 5x M.2 SSDs (scaling up to 200TB) alongside dual 10GbE LAN ports and dual rear 80Gbps USB4 v2 ports for seamless, high-speed multi-user file transfers.
• Hardware-Software Integration: Powered by the optimized MinisCloud OS and the one-click-install-enabled MinisOpenClaw AI assistant. It operates via a Zero-Token mechanism with default data isolation and offline account systems, keeping AI data local while enabling natural language tools like MinisPhotos for smart semantic asset searching.

2. All-Flash NAS S5: The Quiet Back-End for Autonomous AI Tasks

Arriving soon, the All-Flash NAS S5 featuring Intel® Core™ Series 3 platform is engineered to disrupt the mainstream SSD storage market by delivering elite high-end performance at an accessible price point.

• Silent Fanless Architecture: Features an entirely fanless, all-SSD structure that completely eliminates mechanical drive clicks and fan noise,making it the perfect distraction-free addition for premium audio/video studios, home theaters, and bedrooms.
• All-Flash Performance: Outfitted with five M.2 2280 SSD slots, integrated 10GbE networking, and high-speed USB4 ports, the S5 fully unlocks the raw read/write potential of modern solid-state storage
• AI-First Features: The S5 features one-click AI Agent (MinisOpenClaw) installation, allowing users to run LLM on the cloud and immediate access to smart workflows and intuitive semantic searching (e.g., “Find photos of me at the beach”).

Additional Lineup Highlights
Alongside its core NAS ecosystem, MINISFORUM is also showcasing two new AI-forward computing solutions at COMPUTEX: The AI Mini Workstation MS-03 and the AI Mini PC M2 Pro. The MS-03 accelerates intensive creator workflows via a next-gen Intel® Core™ Ultra Series 3 platform  (Intel 18A process), a 70W TDP, dual PCIe 5.0 M.2 slots, and 10GbE networking. Meanwhile, the M2 Pro delivers top-tier computing in a compact footprint, featuring 180 platform AI TOPS,  and an all-metal chassis with a built-in power supply.

Witness the AI Agent Era in Action at COMPUTEX
Attendees of COMPUTEX 2026 can visit the MINISFORUM booth (TaiNEX, Hall 1, 4F, Booth #L0301) throughout the show to experience the AI Agent NAS lineup firsthand, explore the future of edge computing, and witness how the N5 MAX and S5 redefine robust, localized storage solutions for the private AI era.

To buy the N5 MAX soon, please visit MINISFORUM Brand Shop.

About MINISFORUM
Founded in 2018, MINISFORUM is a Global Edge Computing Solution Brand & System Integrator building edge computing devices for the private AI era. Its product portfolio includes AI Agent NAS, AI Mini Workstations, AI Mini PCs and AtomMan Mini Gaming PCs, serving more than 4 million users across 100+ countries. With a supporting global distribution network adhering to its core philosophy, MINISFORUM keeps technological progress in step with life, advocates computing power equity, and extends computing power to families and businesses worldwide.

HONG KONG, June 2, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Manulife Hong Kong today announced a strategic partnership with Alibaba Cloud, a leading global provider of AI infrastructure and the intelligence backbone of Alibaba Group, to establish a collaboration framework focused on advancing responsible AI innovation and accelerating the deployment of AI technologies across the business. The partnership will support the development of AI applications within the insurance industry, while reinforcing Hong Kong’s position as a regional hub for AI innovation.

This collaboration builds on Manulife’s enterprise-wide ambition to become an AI-powered organization and the momentum of its continued AI leadership and investments in Hong Kong and globally. According to the Memorandum of Understanding, by combining Manulife’s extensive insurance and financial services expertise with Alibaba Cloud’s leading AI and cloud technologies, the two parties will explore opportunities to co-develop AI-enabled initiatives that enhance customer experience, operational effectiveness, and sustainable long-term growth. The collaboration will be guided by robust security, privacy and responsible AI principles, in line with applicable legal, regulatory and data governance requirements.

Under the partnership, Manulife Hong Kong and Alibaba Cloud will explore the establishment of a joint AI hub to incubate next-generation AI applications and develop innovative use cases aligned with Manulife’s business priorities. The collaboration is expected to focus on embedding AI-powered solutions across digital customer journeys, including strengthening fraud detection capabilities and advancing service personalization.

The partnership also provides a framework for identifying and evaluating potential co-development opportunities, pursuing go-to-market collaboration where appropriate, and assessing emerging technologies that can deliver meaningful business impact, subject to further agreement between the parties and regulatory approvals.

Dr. Hongjuan Liu, Chief AI & Data Officer, Manulife Hong Kong and Macau, said: “This partnership with Alibaba Cloud marks an important step in expanding our AI ecosystem. Through the establishment of a joint AI hub, we are creating a structured platform to co-develop innovative AI solutions that can transform both customer experiences and business processes. We see this collaboration as a catalyst for unlocking new ideas and accelerating impactful AI applications, underpinned by robust data governance and regulatory safeguards.”

Andy Bruce, Chief Information Officer, Manulife Hong Kong and Macau, said: “The collaboration builds on an established technology partnership between Manulife Hong Kong and Alibaba Cloud, which has supported a range of digital initiatives across our Hong Kong and Macau businesses. This represents a further step in deepening this relationship, with a shared focus on strengthening our technology foundations to support responsible AI adoption aligned with our evolving customer, distribution and operational needs.”

Edward Zhang, Vice President of Public Cloud and General Manager of Financial Services Industry, Alibaba Cloud Intelligence, said: “This collaboration reflects a shared commitment to advancing innovation through AI and cloud technologies. By working closely with Manulife, we will combine deep industry expertise with Alibaba Cloud’s advanced technical capabilities to co-develop AI-enabled solutions that address real-world business needs. We believe this partnership will help deliver tangible value for customers and contribute positively to the broader digital ecosystem.”

In Hong Kong, Manulife has already deployed AI across multiple areas of its business, including customer engagement tools, data driven insights to support frontline distribution, and intelligent automation to enhance operational efficiency and service responsiveness. These initiatives form part of Manulife’s broader enterprise strategy to embed AI responsibly into day-to-day operations and decision-making. Manulife is deploying AI at scale, aiming to unlock value and deliver meaningful benefits across the organization. The company expects to generate more than CAD$1 billion in enterprise AI value by 2027 ^[i].

About Manulife Hong Kong and Macau

Manulife Hong Kong has been a trusted name for more than 125 years, while we have served the Macau market for nearly three decades. Since our operations began in Asia in 1897, we have grown into one of the top-tier providers of financial services, offering a diverse range of protection and wealth products and services to over 2.6 million customers in Hong Kong and Macau. We are committed to helping make decisions easier and lives better for our customers.

Manulife Hong Kong and Macau, through Manulife International Holdings Limited, owns Manulife (International) Limited, Manulife Investment Management (Hong Kong) Limited, and Manulife Provident Funds Trust Company Limited. These entities are all subsidiaries of Manulife Financial Corporation.

About Manulife

Manulife Financial Corporation is a leading international financial services provider, headquartered in Toronto, Canada. Anchored in our ambition to be the number one choice for customers, we operate as Manulife across Canada and Asia, and primarily as John Hancock in the United States, providing financial advice, insurance and health solutions for individuals, groups and businesses. Through Manulife Wealth & Asset Management, we offer global investment solutions, financial advice, and retirement plan services to individuals, institutions, and retirement plan members worldwide. At the end of 2025, we had more than 37,000 employees, over 106,000 agents, and thousands of distribution partners, serving over 37 million customers with operations across 25 markets globally. We trade as ‘MFC’ on the Toronto, New York, and Philippine stock exchanges, and under ‘945’ on the Hong Kong stock exchange. Not all offerings are available in all jurisdictions. For additional information, please visit manulife.com.

About Alibaba Cloud

Alibaba Cloud (https://www.alibabacloud.com/) is a global leader in full-stack AI+Cloud solutions. It offers a comprehensive suite of flexible, scalable and secure cloud services built on a three-tiered architecture of Infrastructure-as-a-Service (IaaS), Platform-as-a-Service (PaaS) and Model-as-a-Service (MaaS). Alibaba Cloud empowers enterprises worldwide with its full-stack AI capabilities, powered by Qwen (Chinese: Qianwen), a family of large language and multimodal AI models developed by Alibaba. Debuted in 2023, Qwen models are available to global developers via HuggingFace (open-weight) or through API on Model Studio, Alibaba’s one-stop, enterprise-grade AI development platform offering access to the full suite of Qwen foundation models.

SHANGHAI, June 2, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — On June 2, the “JAx2026” JA Brand Renewal Launch & Eco-Partner Conference was held in Shanghai. The event unveiled a new brand positioning and renewal plan, showcased innovations across JA’s three core business segments—solar, energy storage solutions and smart energy—and outlined its strategic roadmap for AIDC (AI Data Center) sector. Together, these elements presented a complete collaborative blueprint for a “Green Energy Ecosystem,” demonstrating the company’s resolve to drive low-carbon transitions and high-quality growth globally.

At the conference, JA officially introduced its unified “One JA” brand framework. As the master brand, JA is backed by four sub-brands: JA SOLAR (Photovoltaics), JA ESS (Energy Storage Solutions), JA GREEN (Smart Energy) and JA CAPITAL (Capital Platform). They form a full closed-loop system and underpin the core strengths of the Green Energy Ecosystem. Serving as JA’s global communication platform, JAx connects technology launches, ecosystem cooperation and industry insights to present the ecosystem’s integrated capabilities worldwide.

Green energy has long transcended its role as a mere energy supply and has become a core foundation empowering cross-industry development. Building on this insight, JA positions itself as a “Reliable Global Green Energy Partner” with the brand promise “Reliable Power for the Journey Ahead”.

Liu Shuo, President of JA Brand and Marketing Center, said: “The global energy transition is shifting from electricity price competition to a value-driven phase deeply integrated into specific scenarios. Drawing on 21 years of solar expertise and our mission to ‘develop solar power to benefit the planet,’ JA will deepen the Green Energy Ecosystem to make green energy stable, accessible, and affordable for every industry, advancing the transition together with global partners.”

From “exporting products” to “building global capabilities,” and from “a Chinese brand going global” to “a truly global brand,” JA will leverage the synergies of its ecosystem to deliver integrated green energy solutions, collaborating with partners across the industry to co-develop technologies and expand markets. Through reliable products, tailored system solutions, global professional services, and consistent long-term value, JA is empowering industries worldwide to build a more stable, greener, and sustainable energy future.

LONDON, June 2, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — MiQ, the global leader in methane emissions certification, today announced that it has certified Shell Offshore Inc. (Shell)’s entire production portfolio in the Gulf of America (GoA), making Shell the first operator to achieve MiQ certification in the basin. All 10 of Shell’s production assets received MiQ’s top methane emissions performance grade – Grade A.

To achieve this certification, Shell’s production assets in the GoA successfully completed a third-party audit in accordance with MiQ’s methane emissions standard. Grade A was achieved through demonstration of low methane intensity, combined with robust company practices and methane monitoring programs designed to detect and mitigate emissions.

MiQ is a not-for-profit organization established to bring independent, credible methane emissions data to the oil and gas sector. Its mission is to accelerate methane emissions reductions globally, with no shareholders and no commercial stake in the outcome of any certification. All operators working with MiQ must engage an auditor to carry out an annual detailed, field-based, and rigorous assessment of natural gas production at facility level against the MiQ Standard.

The certification also marks a first for MiQ, covering emissions from Shell’s offshore crude oil production and demonstrating how independent methane certification can extend beyond gas. As the first international energy company to have offshore crude oil production independently certified by MiQ, Shell is developing practical experience relevant to the monitoring, reporting and verification.

Shell is the leading operator in the GoA, where its production has among the lowest greenhouse gas intensity in the world for producing oil. Between 2016 and 2025, Shell has achieved a 40% reduction in methane emissions in the GoA while increasing production by 40%¹. Globally, Shell is a founding signatory of the Oil and Gas Methane Partnership (OGMP) 2.0 and achieved the Gold Standard for its global operations in the most recent year of reporting in 2024.

MiQ now certifies more than 30% of US natural gas production and over 7% of global gas supply. Its certification framework is used across the US, Canada, the Netherlands, the UK, Japan and the EU, where MiQ works with governments, regulators and operators to advance methane transparency in major producing and importing markets.

Georges Tijbosch, CEO of MiQ, said, “Shell’s certification in the Gulf of America is another milestone for methane emissions transparency, and it shows how operators can prepare for a future where credible emissions data is essential for regulatory compliance and market access. MiQ’s certification system is a market-proven solution for facilitating rapid reductions in methane from oil and gas by providing trusted emissions data.”

“This Grade A certification demonstrates our operational excellence and disciplined execution offshore,” said Mahamat Abdelsalam, Shell’s VP for Safety and Environment for the Gulf of America. “We continue to design and operate our assets to competitively produce more and lower carbon intensive barrels.”

1. The reference to Shell’s Gulf of America production being among the lowest GHG intensity in the world is a comparison among other IOGP oil and gas producing members.

About MiQ

MiQ is a not-for-profit global leader in methane emissions certification and data. Our mission is to accelerate the reduction of methane emissions by providing a credible and transparent certification system that drives regulatory compliance, incentivizes continuous improvement, and ensures accountability in the oil and gas sector throughout the entire supply chain.