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Xojo 2026 Release 2 Brings Smarter AI, Faster Web Performance, and Expanded Support Across All Platforms

AUSTIN, Texas, July 9, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Xojo, Inc., the developers behind Xojo—a powerful cross-platform development tool and programming language—today announced the immediate availability of Xojo 2026 Release 2. This release focuses on accelerating development with improved AI-assisted capabilities, expanded Desktop controls, boosted web framework performance, SEO-ready web pages, and extended mobile support.

This release introduces a new DesktopScrollableArea control. Additionally, the DesktopToolbar now supports different toolbar styles and symbol-based button icons, allowing users to specify a semicolon-separated list of symbol names. For web developers, there are major behind-the-scenes improvements that boost performance from 8-9k to over 13k requests per second. WebGraphics gains DrawPath and FillPath methods for cross-target parity, and WebImageViewer eliminates flicker on updates. WebPage.Show in HandleURL is now opt-in through a WebSessionContext, enabling explicit SEO support. On mobile, iOS gains MobileMenuItem and MobilePopupMenu, while Android gains XMLDocument and MobileMenuItem support. MobilePopupMenu and MobileSwitch adopt modern Material styling for a refreshed cross-platform experience.

The release also expands copy-and-paste capabilities for your Xojo code. Whether users are working with LLM AI chats or writing a blog post, sharing Xojo code is significantly easier with the ability to copy entire project items from Xojo as text, plus the ability to paste multiple members at once, including properties. Jade, Xojo’s AI assistant, now works with OpenAI, OpenRouter, and local LLMs. When used with Anthropic Claude or OpenAI, Jade can now request project context, including source code and compile errors.

“With Release 2, we’ve pushed hard on two fronts: making AI assistance more capable and more flexible, and delivering real, tangible improvements across every platform we support,” said Geoff Perlman, Founder and CEO of Xojo, Inc. “Jade’s ability to work with multiple AI providers, including local LLMs, and to pull in project context like source code and compile errors is excellent for productivity. Combined with major web performance gains, new Desktop controls, and expanded mobile APIs for both iOS and Android, this release truly has something for every Xojo user.”

New Features and Updates:

  • New DesktopScrollableArea control
  • DesktopToolbar now supports different toolbar styles and symbol-based button icons
  • Jade now works with OpenAI, OpenRouter, and local LLMs; when used with Anthropic Claude or OpenAI, it can request project context including source code and compile errors
  • New AI panel in Settings
  • Improved copy-and-paste support for code items (properties, methods, etc.) into and out of Xojo
  • Added WebGraphics.DrawPath and FillPath methods and WebTextField/Area.Format property
  • Web applications now comply with more SEO requirements
  • DatabaseConnections in web projects can now be instantiated per session
  • Improved macOS console app code signing
  • Improved macOS app debugging, with support for Sandboxing, Hardened Runtime, Entitlements, and applied Provisioning Profiles
  • DesktopHTMLViewer now uses WebView2 when building for WinUI
  • iOS: New MobileMenuItem and MobilePopupMenu
  • Android: XMLDocument, MobileMenuItem support; MobilePopupMenu, MobileSwitch now use modern Material styling
  • New Code Editor page guide

About Xojo
Xojo is a cross-platform development tool for building native apps for macOS, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android, the web, and Raspberry Pi. For over 25 years, Xojo has supported a growing community of developers passionate about creating powerful applications with ease. Learn more at xojo.com. Download Xojo 2026 Release 2 at xojo.com/download.

Availability
Xojo is free for learning and development, as well as for building apps for Linux and Raspberry Pi. Paid licenses start at $499 for cross-platform Desktop, Mobile, or Web development. Xojo Pro and Pro Plus licenses, starting at $999, offer additional support and resources for professional developers. Special licensing is available for educators and students. Visit store.xojo.com for details. 

World Offshore Week 2026 Brings Asia’s Offshore Oil, Energy and Marine Sectors Together in Singapore

SINGAPORE, July 9, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Free visitor registration is now open for the 4th Annual World Offshore Week, the #1 Meeting Place for the Offshore Oil, Energy and Marine Sectors.

Taking place on 23-24 September 2026 at Singapore EXPO, this year’s edition is expected to welcome more than 3,000 industry professionals100+ exhibitors90+ expert speakers, and representatives from 800+ organisations across Asia and beyond. The event brings together operators, EPCs, shipowners, investors, policymakers and technology providers to explore the latest innovations, strengthen partnerships and shape the future of the offshore industry.

Visitors can explore the latest trends, innovations and case studies across seven dedicated exhibition-floor theatres:

  • Offshore Decarbonisation
  • Offshore Decommissioning (New for 2026)
  • Offshore Wind
  • Floating Solar Asia
  • Offshore Digital: Oil, Energy & Marine
  • Offshore Support Vessels & Logistics
  • SPE Technical Programme

Co-located with World Offshore Week are two premium conferences: Energy 2040 and the FPSO World Congress. Together, the three events create one of Asia’s largest gatherings for the offshore and energy sectors, bringing together senior leaders to discuss energy security, offshore investment, FPSO developments and the technologies shaping the industry’s future.

The exhibition-floor programme will feature more than 90 industry speakers from leading organisations including Petronas, Hibiscus Petroleum, Seatrium, Britoil Offshore Services, Penguin International, Cyan Renewables, Woodside Energy, ABB, Ocean Sun, Synera Renewable Energy, Toda Corporation, Noble and many more.

Attendees can also connect with more than 100 solution providers showcasing technologies and services that are advancing efficiency, sustainability, safety and performance across the offshore value chain.

Whether your focus is offshore oil and gas, offshore wind, marine operations, floating solar, digital transformation, decommissioning or offshore logistics, World Offshore Week provides an unrivalled opportunity to gain practical insights, discover new technologies and build valuable business connections with the organisations shaping the future of the offshore industry.

Free visitor registration is now open for qualified industry professionals.

About World Offshore Week

World Offshore Week is Asia’s leading exhibition and conference platform for the offshore oil, energy and marine sectors. Bringing together operators, EPCs, shipowners, policymakers, investors and technology providers, the event showcases the latest innovations, market developments and strategies shaping the future of offshore energy. The 2026 edition features seven exhibition-floor theatres and is co-located with Energy 2040 and FPSO World Congress, creating one of the region’s largest gatherings for offshore and energy professionals.

HeyGears Unveils G1X, the World’s First Desktop Full-Color 3D & UV Printer

IRVINE, Calif., July 9, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — For creators, makers, studios, and small businesses, color has remained one of the biggest barriers in digital fabrication. Multi-color FDM is limited in detail and often creates waste towers, while resin 3D printing delivers fine detail but requires manual painting for color. Full-color 3D printing has traditionally been expensive and out of reach, with UV printing and texture creation still locked in separate workflows.

Product image is for reference only. The final product may differ slightly from the image shown above.
Product image is for reference only. The final product may differ slightly from the image shown above.

The HeyGears G1X is designed to change that. As the world’s first desktop full-color 3D & UV printer, G1X combines Full-Color 3D, 3D Texture, and 2D UV printing in one desktop-scale platform. From paint-free full-color models and tactile relief effects to high-resolution surface customization across hundreds of materials, G1X gives creators a faster, more flexible way to turn digital ideas into finished physical products.

Secure your VIP early bird slot today for just $50 and receive a free 300ml bottle of White UV Ink (valued at $39) with your printer!

One Machine. Three Worlds of Creation.

The HeyGears G1X combines Full-Color 3D, 3D Texture, and 2D UV printing in one desktop system.

3D Printing Mode (Prints Full-Color 3D Models & 2.9D Deep Relief)

In 3D Mode, the G1X builds three-dimensional models layer by layer using a dedicated ink set: CMYK + Double White + Water-Soluble Support + Transparent (CMYKST+W*2). This mode produces:

  • Full-Color 3D Models: Seamless, paint-free models with interior and exterior color.
  • Deep Relief (2.9D): A specialized application of full-color 3D printing for deep three-dimensional relief, extending your prints up to 150 mm for enhanced expression.

UV Printing Mode (2D Printing & 3D Texture Printing)

In UV mode, the G1X 8-channel ink system and up to 1440 × 2400 DPI resolution support vivid color, fine detail, raised textures, and surface customization across 400+ compatible materials. It functions as a high-speed flatbed printer capable of producing two types of creations:

  • 2D Printing: Direct high-resolution printing on 400+ compatible materials (metal, acrylic, wood, leather, ceramics).
  • 3D Textures: Supports up to 10 mm of 3D texture height, though a maximum of 5 mm is recommended for superior print quality and stability, allowing you to reproduce realistic surfaces like leather, wood carving, brushstrokes, and braille.

Lower Running Costs, Built for Long-Term Use

The G1X is designed to keep everyday production more cost-efficient, not just more capable. Its affordable ink system helps reduce consumable costs for frequent printing, while the Epson I3200-U1HD  (used in G1X) industrial-grade printhead delivers stable performance with reduced clogging risk and a longer service life. With fewer interruptions, lower maintenance needs, and less frequent printhead replacements, the G1X helps creators, studios, and small businesses achieve reliable output while keeping long-term operating costs under control.

Industrial-Grade Print Quality, Speed, and Color Fidelity

G1X is designed to bring industrial-grade print performance into a desktop-scale system, combining faster UV printing, precise color reproduction, and stable long-term output.

  • Epson I3200 industrial-grade printhead: Supports ultra-high-frequency jetting for faster printing, stable ink ejection, and reduced clogging risk.
  • Up to 3X faster UV printing: Helps creators, studios, and small businesses improve productivity for custom projects and small-batch production.
  • Advanced Raster Image Processor (RIP) algorithms: Enable 10M+ colors, smoother gradients, and more accurate visual output across different printing modes.

Note: The 3X UV printing speed boost is based on internal testing compared with desktop UV printers equipped with a single F1080 (XP600) printhead.

From Idea to Print with AI and Auto Calibration

G1X combines AI-powered creation tools with intelligent hardware alignment, making the workflow from idea to final print faster and easier.

  • AI-powered modeling: With HeyVerse AI and Blueprint Studio, users can generate high-fidelity models from text or images, or convert 2D visuals into 3D Texture outputs through a simplified workflow.
  • Auto calibration in seconds: Line-scan imaging identifies an object’s position, shape, and edges, enabling accurate design alignment and smart layout in Blueprint Studio for more efficient, consistent batch production.
  • Full-stack creation workflow: With HeyVerse, Blueprint Studio, 500+ curated assets, and text/image-to-3D generation, users can turn ideas into printable models in minutes—even without 3D modeling experience.

Early Access and Deposit Reservation

The HeyGears G1X is launching soon on Kickstarter. Join our waitlist now to secure early bird pricing.

Secure your VIP early bird slot today for just $50 and receive a free 300ml bottle of White UV Ink (valued at $39) with your printer!

About HeyGears

HeyGears specializes in 3D printing and digital manufacturing, delivering precision solutions across dental, rehabilitation, and consumer applications. From medical personalization to consumer innovation, we help restore, reshape, and reimagine what’s possible—making advanced manufacturing more accessible. To learn more about HeyGears products, visit store.heygears.com or contact contact@heygears.com.

On the Eve of BIO 2026, Chinese Innovative Assets Trigger a New Wave of Global Collaborations

SAN DIEGO, July 9, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — On the eve of the highly anticipated BIO International Convention 2026, the BIOSeedin Summer Innovation Partnering Summit successfully took place in San Diego. Hosted by bioSeedin and proudly supported by strategic partners Thermo Fisher Scientific and ACROBiosystems, the summit was uniquely designed as an international roadshow and licensing matchmaking platform dedicated to showcasing China’s differentiated innovative assets.

The event drew incredible global interest, attracting over 350 registrants and more than 200 on-site attendees from over 30 countries and regions. The bustling venue underscored a shared commitment to driving cross-border exchange and accelerating the global reach of Chinese therapeutic innovations.

The summit officially kicked off with an inspiring opening address by Ms. Jenny Zhao, Co-founder and CEO of bioSeedin, who set a collaborative and forward-looking tone. The day unfolded across two major sessions—one focused on early-stage strategy and innovation, the other on late-stage global ecosystems and emerging trends.

Session 1: Early-Stage Strategy & Innovation

The first session featured a panel of global pharma leaders discussing asset evaluation and licensing strategies. Key takeaways: licensing is a strategic vehicle for long-term value creation, not a mere transaction; deals often fail due to weak biology-disease links, poor biomarker strategies, or suboptimal PK/PD profiles. Crucially, MNCs now view China as a core innovation fountain, not a cost-driven market. To succeed, Chinese biotechs must provide globally transferable GCP/GLP-compliant data, English-language CMC documentation, globally-oriented trial designs, and focused, prioritized pipelines.

A second panel explored M&A versus licensing strategies. The consensus: M&A is a long-term corporate tool, not an endpoint; licensing often builds trust toward future acquisitions. Success hinges on rigorous scientific, operational, and commercial due diligence, disciplined valuations, and seamless post-merger integration—with cross-border M&A involving China expected to rise.

The session also featured roadshow presentations from Antengene, GeneScience Pharmaceutical, and Salsola Therapeutics.

Session 2: Late-Stage Global Ecosystems & Innovation Trends

This session shifted the spotlight to late-stage assets and global ecosystem trends. Panelists emphasized that science and data remain the ultimate anchors amid global complexity. Both China and AI are permanent structural forces—China now demands a dedicated strategy from every major pharma player, while AI serves as a powerful enabler across R&D, from target discovery to clinical design, though it cannot compensate for weak basic science.

The session concluded with high-impact asset presentations from HighTide Therapeutics, Constimulus Bio, CanWell Pharma, Jiangsu Chia Tai Fenghai Pharmaceutical, Amphiprotech, and VyBio.

Empowering Connections: The bioSeedin 1on1 Partnering System

A core engine of the event’s success was the bioSeedin 1on1 Partnering System. Serving as a vital bridge for attendees, the system facilitated nearly 200 high-energy, face-to-face meetings on-site. Beyond the main stage presentations and panel discussions, the partnering area was humming with vibrant conversations, reflecting an unprecedented enthusiasm for precise, deep-dive collaborations.

Looking Ahead

As the summit drew to a close, attendees left re-energized and fully prepared for the bustling week ahead at the BIO International Convention. bioSeedin extends its warmest gratitude to all the speakers, partners, and attendees who made this event an outstanding success.

We look forward to reconnecting, continuing these vital conversations, and forging new partnerships when we meet again at the JPM Healthcare Conference 2027!

Stunning Live Shots of the BIOSeedin Summer Innovation Partnering Summit
Stunning Live Shots of the BIOSeedin Summer Innovation Partnering Summit

 

Railtown AI Announces Service-Led Commercialization Strategy to Accelerate AI Adoption Among Canadian SMEs

Company Engages WSI to Execute National Go-to-Market Strategy While Continuing to Invest in Canada’s Growing AI Developer Ecosystem

Vancouver, British Columbia – Newsfile Corp. – July 8, 2026 – Railtown AI Technologies Inc. (CSE: RAIL) (OTCQB: RLAIF) (“Railtown” or the “Company“), a Canadian-based AI developer tools and agentic orchestration company today announced the launch of its Service-Led Commercialization Strategy, a long-term growth initiative designed to accelerate artificial intelligence adoption among Canadian small and medium-sized enterprises (“SMEs”) while expanding recurring software revenue through the deployment of the Company’s proprietary AI technologies.

As part of this initiative, Railtown AI has engaged WSI, a global digital marketing and AI consulting network, to develop and execute the Company’s national go-to-market strategy, including market positioning, demand generation, digital marketing, thought leadership, and customer acquisition initiatives.

Railtown AI has budgeted a minimum investment of $500,000 for the balance of calendar 2026 to fund this program, which may increase depending on initial success.

Management believes the Canadian SME market represents one of the country’s largest near-term opportunities for AI adoption. SMEs account for approximately 98.2% of all Canadian enterprises, yet fewer than 12% have adopted AI into their day-to-day workflows. While awareness of AI continues to grow, many organizations lack the internal expertise needed to identify practical AI opportunities, develop custom solutions, and integrate AI into their operations. (source: Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada – link).

Railtown AI’s commercialization strategy addresses this opportunity by leading with AI consulting, solution architecture, and custom AI application development. Through these engagements, the Company works alongside customers to identify business challenges, design practical AI solutions, and deploy intelligent applications and AI agents that deliver measurable business outcomes.

These consulting engagements also create opportunities to deploy Railtown AI’s proprietary technology stack—including its Conductr platform—as the operational foundation supporting customer solutions. Management believes this approach creates a scalable pathway to growing recurring software revenue while establishing long-term customer relationships built on trust and measurable business value.

Beyond customer implementation, Railtown AI continues to expand deployment opportunities for its Conductr platform through strategic AI infrastructure partnerships. Conductr enables organizations to deploy AI applications and intelligent agents across multiple AI data centers and cloud environments through a unified deployment experience, giving customers the flexibility to choose regional, sovereign, or public cloud infrastructure that best aligns with their operational, security, and regulatory requirements. Management believes this infrastructure-agnostic approach positions Conductr as a valuable software layer for organizations seeking enterprise-grade AI deployment without being locked into a single infrastructure provider. This approach aligns with Railtown’s broader strategy of supporting secure, sovereign, and flexible AI deployments through partnerships with Canadian infrastructure providers.

“Our view is that successful AI adoption begins with solving business problems-not selling software,” said Cory Brandolini, Chief Executive Officer of Railtown AI. “Most Canadian SMEs recognize that AI will reshape how businesses operate, but they need experienced partners who can help them identify where AI creates value and how to implement it successfully. By leading with consulting and implementation services, we become a trusted advisor throughout the customer’s AI journey while creating natural opportunities to deploy our proprietary software platforms as their AI capabilities mature.”

Brandolini continued, “Canadian SMEs represent approximately 98.2% of all enterprises, yet fewer than 12% have adopted AI into their daily operations. We believe this represents one of the largest untapped AI opportunities in Canada. Our consulting and development practice is being built specifically to help organizations bridge that gap while creating long-term recurring software relationships as customers continue to expand their AI capabilities.”

To support execution of this strategy, WSI will work closely with Railtown AI to build a comprehensive marketing engine focused on customer acquisition, brand awareness, and demand generation. The Company believes WSI’s global expertise in digital marketing and AI consulting will strengthen Railtown AI’s ability to communicate its differentiated value proposition and accelerate commercialization.

In parallel with its commercial growth strategy, Railtown AI continues to invest in Canada’s AI developer ecosystem through university partnerships, developer education, hackathons, community events, and open developer initiatives. The Company has hosted multiple in-person and virtual hackathons, providing developers with mentorship and access to its Railtracks Agent Development Kit (ADK), enabling participants to design and build intelligent AI agents using Railtown’s technology.

These grassroots initiatives have contributed to more than 35,000 downloads of the Railtracks ADK, expanding awareness of Railtown’s technology within the developer community while helping cultivate the next generation of AI developers, entrepreneurs, and technology innovators. Management believes that fostering a strong developer ecosystem complements the Company’s enterprise commercialization strategy by increasing long-term platform familiarity, encouraging innovation, and creating future opportunities for platform adoption. (source: Github – link)

“Commercial success in AI requires more than building great technology—it requires building an ecosystem,” added Brandolini. “While our consulting practice helps organizations adopt AI today, our investments in developers, students, universities, and startup communities help build the next generation of innovators who will shape tomorrow’s AI economy. We believe these parallel investments strengthen Railtown AI’s long-term competitive position and support sustainable shareholder value.”

About WSI

WSI is a global digital marketing and AI consulting network with more than 30 years of experience helping organizations accelerate growth through strategic marketing, digital transformation, and customer acquisition. Operating through a worldwide network of consultants, WSI delivers data-driven marketing strategies that help businesses build stronger brands, generate demand, and achieve measurable business outcomes. https://www.wsiworld.com

About Railtown

Railtown AI Technologies Inc. helps organizations successfully adopt artificial intelligence through consulting, custom AI application development, intelligent agents, and proprietary software platforms. The Company’s Services-Led Commercialization Strategy combines professional services with scalable AI technologies to help customers accelerate AI adoption while creating long-term recurring software revenue. Through its Conductr platform, Railtracks Agent Development Kit, and continued investment in Canada’s developer ecosystem, Railtown AI is building the infrastructure that supports the next generation of AI-powered businesses.

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Readers are cautioned that assumptions used in the preparation of any forward-looking information may prove to be incorrect. Events or circumstances may cause actual results to differ materially from those predicted, as a result of numerous known and unknown risks, uncertainties, and other factors, many of which are beyond the control of the Company. As a result, the Company cannot guarantee that any forward-looking statement will materialize, and readers should not place undue reliance on any forward-looking information. Such information, although considered reasonable by management at the time of preparation, may prove to be incorrect and actual results may differ materially from those anticipated. Forward-looking statements contained in this news release are expressly qualified by this cautionary statement. The forward-looking statements contained in this news release are made as of the date of this news release and the Company will only update or revise publicly any of the included forward-looking statements as expressly required by Canadian securities law.

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CUKTECH Hosts Its First “Charge & Connect” Event, Officially Strengthening Its Presence In Vietnam’s Technology Market


HO CHI MINH CITY, VIETNAM – Media OutReach Newswire – 8 July 2026 – Technology brand CUKTECH successfully hosted its first “Charge & Connect” event at The VIBES Events & Dining, officially introducing its next-generation charging ecosystem to the Vietnamese market. The event brought together company representatives, media professionals, technology reviewers, and industry partners, marking an important milestone in CUKTECH’s expansion strategy in Vietnam.

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A Vision Built on Innovation

The event opened with a keynote by Eric Wang, Chief Marketing Officer (CMO) of CUKTECH, who shared the brand’s global vision and product roadmap for Southeast Asia, with Vietnam identified as one of its key strategic markets.

Eric Wang highlighted CUKTECH’s continuous investment in research and development (R&D) to solve the everyday challenges faced by modern consumers, including slow charging speeds, limited product innovation, and the increasing need for reliable, high-performance charging solutions that support multiple devices simultaneously. By combining advanced charging technologies with user-focused design, CUKTECH aims to deliver a faster, safer, and more intelligent charging experience.

Real-World Experience from Technology Reviewer Hung Khuc

One of the event’s highlights was a sharing session by Hung Khuc, one of Vietnam’s leading technology reviewers, who discussed his hands-on experience using CUKTECH products in his daily work.

“As a content creator who frequently shoots outdoors, I need charging devices that are both powerful and reliable. What impressed me most about CUKTECH’s power banks and chargers is their real-world performance. They can simultaneously fast charge my MacBook Pro, smartphone, and camera at full speed without power drops or interruptions.”

To promote transparency and foster closer engagement with the local technology community, the event concluded with an extensive media Q&A session. Eric Wang, together with CUKTECH’s product research and quality management teams, addressed questions on product localization, international safety standards, the brand’s one-for-one warranty policy, and future product development plans.

More than a product launch, Charge & Connect represents CUKTECH’s official step toward establishing a lasting presence in Vietnam. By combining cutting-edge charging technology, award-winning design, and a strong focus on user experience, CUKTECH is committed to delivering premium charging solutions that meet the evolving needs of modern consumers.

As the brand continues to expand its product ecosystem, CUKTECH aims to become a trusted technology partner for Vietnamese users while helping shape the future of premium charging accessories in the market.

Hashtag: #CUKTECH

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Blockchain for Good Alliance Brings Blockchain and AI to UN Cultural Diplomacy Forum, Urging Policymakers to Treat Verifiable Infrastructure as a Foundation for Trust

DUBAI, UAE, July 8, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Blockchain for Good Alliance (BGA),  the global non-profit initiative founded by Bybit, dedicated to leveraging blockchain for societal impact, delivered a session at the Forum on Cultural Diplomacy at the United Nations in Geneva, contributing perspectives on the role of emerging technologies in the future of international cooperation.

At the UN’s Palais des Nations, Glenn Tan, Director of Global Affairs at BGA, spoke on blockchain as the trust layer for the age of artificial intelligence (AI). As AI systems take on greater autonomy in the systems that shape public good, he argued, policymakers and regulators should look to blockchain to provide the verifiable identity, provenance, and accountability infrastructure those systems increasingly require, treating it not as a technical afterthought, but as a foundation for public trust.

The session was delivered to an audience of senior diplomatic, governmental, and academic figures convened by the Institute for Cultural Diplomacy (ICD), including Ann Linde, Former Minister for Foreign Affairs of Sweden; Amb. Dr. Abdallah Saleh Possi, Ambassador of Tanzania to the UN Office and Other International Organizations in Geneva; Amb. Akram Sa’ud Harahsheh, Ambassador of Jordan to the UN Office in Geneva; Hamid Mohamed Ali Omar, Deputy Permanent Representative of the Republic of Yemen to the UN Office in Geneva; Mmasekgoa Masire-Mwamba, President of the ICD Programme on Africa and former Deputy Secretary-General of the Commonwealth; and Tasmina Ahmed-Sheikh, Head of the ICD Women’s Leadership Programme and former Member of the UK Parliament, among other parliamentarians, ambassadors, and scholars.

“The Blockchain for Good Alliance brought a perspective our community rarely hears, and needs to,” said Mark C. Donfried, Founder and Director General of the ICD. “Their perspective on trust, verification, and technology added real depth to our Forum, and I see strong common ground between our organisations. This is the start of a partnership I expect will grow.”

Co-hosted by Institute for Cultural Diplomacy (ICD) and United Nations Institute for Training and Research (UNITAR), the Forum convened government officials, diplomats, academics, and cultural leaders from across the international community to explore how dialogue and cooperation can address shared global challenges. BGA’s participation reflects its commitment to bringing the technological frontier — blockchain, artificial intelligence, and digital governance — into conversation with the institutions and people shaping global policy.

“Cultural diplomacy has always been about building trust between people and nations,” said Glenn Tan. “As AI reshapes how societies cooperate, verifying and holding these systems accountable becomes a diplomatic question as much as a technical one. Blockchain has a role to play, not as speculation, but as infrastructure for trust. BGA’s role is to be the neutral bridge that brings this to public institutions and governments.”

BGA’s engagement in Geneva builds on its growing body of work at the direct intersection of blockchain and public institutions for government and UN officials, including its founding partnership with the UNDP SDG Blockchain Accelerator, its membership at the UNDP Blockchain Advisory Group and its Impact Leaders’ Summit series, first convened at the UK House of Lords.

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Glenn Tan, Director of Global Affairs at the Blockchain for Good Alliance (centre), addresses delegates at the Forum on Cultural Diplomacy at the United Nations in Geneva, sharing perspectives on blockchain as the trust layer for the age of AI.
Glenn Tan, Director of Global Affairs at the Blockchain for Good Alliance (centre), addresses delegates at the Forum on Cultural Diplomacy at the United Nations in Geneva, sharing perspectives on blockchain as the trust layer for the age of AI.

About Blockchain for Good Alliance (BGA)

The Blockchain for Good Alliance (BGA) is a global nonprofit initiative founded by Bybit, dedicated to advancing blockchain as a tool to address real-world problems. By convening leaders, innovators, and organisations from across the blockchain industry, BGA seeks to drive innovation, collaboration and action toward a more sustainable and equitable world.

For more information:
Email: hello@chainforgood.org
Website: www.chainforgood.org
Twitter: www.x.com/chainforgood
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/blockchainforgoodalliance/

About Institute of Cultural Diplomacy (ICD)

The Forum on Cultural Diplomacy at the United Nations, established in 2012, is a long-term programme dedicated to examining the role of cultural diplomacy in international relations, as applied by United Nations agencies. It brings together policymakers, diplomats, academics, and practitioners to analyse how cultural diplomacy can support dialogue, reduce tensions, and strengthen multilateral cooperation within the United Nations system and beyond.

For more information:
Website: https://www.culturaldiplomacy.org

Blind spots in human-AI teamwork pose serious risks, warns Talogy’s Chief Scientist

New science-backed model will measure the effectiveness of human-AI collaboration.

PITTSBURGH, July 8, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — As organizations accelerate AI investment and adoption, required human behaviors in the workplace are changing – and so is the nature of job performance itself. Overlaying rapidly evolving technology onto old ways of working creates a costly blind spot that rewards activity over quality and allows AI misuse and over-reliance to thrive.

The highest performing organizations of the future will be defined by their ability to understand, measure and develop the human capabilities that make AI work. Global talent management experts Talogy are introducing a new, science-backed model designed to identify and eliminate those critical blind spots in human-AI teamwork.

With this narrow, short-term focus on immediate efficiency and productivity increases, organizations face serious operational risks. According to Talogy’s Chief Scientist, Ted Kinney, the new model will equip leaders and HR teams with the insights and guidance needed to optimize human-AI collaboration for an agile, future-ready workforce.

“Organizations are focused on measuring AI literacy, self-reported competence, and usage frequency. However, we risk oversimplifying the problem with AI adoption if we ignore the actual quality of the human-AI interaction.

“There is a critical need for organizations to understand how each individual interacts with AI – and the quality of the collaboration. Effectiveness can vary from person-to-person, with some over-relying on AI, others not trusting it enough.

“Without this deeper insight, organizations are putting performance at risk,” Kinney said.

Moving beyond adoption to AI optimization

Talogy’s new Human AI Collaboration Model combines insights from I/O psychology, human factors, cognitive science and educational psychology to map an individual’s natural potential for AI collaboration, how well they work with AI and if it strengthens their skills and outcomes or erodes their capabilities over time.

By identifying specific human strengths and development areas, the model enables employers to optimize human-AI workflows while safeguarding independent critical thinking.

These insights debut within Talogy’s flagship personality assessment, Talogy Caliper™. This integration allows leaders to identify the personal characteristics that shape how a person engages with automated tools, focusing on the foundations of human-AI collaboration:

  • Judgment – How people evaluate information, uncertainty, context, and risk.
  • Curiosity – How people learn, explore, and adapt as work and tools change.
  • Connection – How people communicate, collaborate, challenge, and stay accountable in AI-enabled work.

Kristin Delgado, psychologist and Talogy’s manager of assessment innovation, led the model’s development and commented, “We designed this to help HR and business leaders understand how an individual’s foundational capabilities and skills are shaping the effective use of – and collaboration with – AI.

“Ultimately, we want to see the workforce of the future strengthen their skills and drive better outcomes alongside AI. Overlooking this critical blind spot risks eroding workforce capability – a risk no business can afford to take.”

Chief Scientist Ted Kinney emphasized that comfortable use of AI and knowledge of AI tools are not the differentiators they used to be. “Knowing how to use AI doesn’t predict better collaboration. What separates strong collaborators from weak ones is the judgment, curiosity and connection they bring to the AI workplace.

“Organizations that shift from static measures of AI familiarity towards a deeper, more nuanced understanding of AI’s role are the organizations that will thrive alongside the AI of tomorrow.”

Visual infographic: Talogy’s Human-AI Collaboration Model.

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