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MEET48 Unveils Multiple AI Products, Redefining the Future of the Entertainment Industry


SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 7 February 2025 – MEET48 officially launches its world-first virtual entertainment, social, music, and dance AIGC creator platform, MEET48.ai, on February 7.

MEET48 Unveils Multiple AI Products, Redefining the Future of the Entertainment Industry

MEET48.ai: Effortlessly Create Idol AI-Agents and AIGC Content with One-Click Intelligence

By accessing MEET48.ai, users can create virtual Idol AI-Agents through simple customization steps. These AI-Agents support various functions, including chatting, live streaming, companionship, and virtual performances.

As the world’s only platform offering efficient AIGC content generation with text-to-music, music-to-dance, AI-powered choreography, and voice cloning capabilities, MEET48.ai enables Idol-Agents to autonomously create multimedia content, including AI graphics, AI songs, and AI virtual dances which can be instantly shared on social media platforms. MEET48.ai also provides a wide range of application scenarios, such as 1-on-1 or group text/voice chats, real-time live streaming, and planned features like animated shows, variety programming, and virtual concerts.

Additionally, MEET48.ai introduces AISHOWBOX, an exclusive AI creation tool that enables users to achieve in-depth creation functions such as heterogeneous 3D image creation, AI-powered choreography, and Idol Agent Group content, significantly enhancing the quality of AIUGC creations.

MEET48 ecosystem creates an exclusive competitive “moat” by integrating a vast array of high-quality entertainment resources

At its initial stage, MEET48.ai has already integrated a large number of exclusive entertainment resources from the MEET48 ecosystem. Over 700 songs and dances from SNH48 GROUP have been added to the asset library, and more than 250 current idols will join to create their Idol AI-Agents.

Under the concept of “AI Reshaping SNH48”, Meet48 will offer virtual images and 3D models of over 700 members from the past decade of SNH48 Group. Users can freely create AI-AGENTs by utilizing AI technology to recreate SNH48 Group’s historical milestones and initiate future growth in the AI era.

Co-create and co-build community consensus, realizing an AIUGC community where “Everyone Can Be a Creator”

MEET48.ai community fosters consensus through a co-creation and co-building mechanism. Users can engage closely with creators, facilitating the generation and dissemination of idol content, which attracts more users to join and generate revenue, creating a virtuous ecological cycle. In the future, MEET48.ai will also integrate with MEET48’s graphical social platform, Metaverse, offering an innovative virtual-spatial intelligent agent interaction experience.

Moreover, AI-AGENT creators can assess their growth through the MEET48 entertainment ecosystem’s Top 5 fan-voted annual popularity competitions, gaining broader exposure through the resource incentives provided by the community.

Historically, a few dominant entities controlled content creation and revenue in the idol economy. However, the Web3 era is gradually dismantling this traditional system. The rapid development of AIGC and AI-Agent technologies heralds the arrival of the AIUGC era, where “everyone can be a creator.” MEET48.ai aligns perfectly with this emerging societal need.

The global entertainment market is on the verge of transformation, and MEET48.ai is poised to become the most influential leader in Idol-Agent and virtual music-dance AIGC within the global entertainment industry.

Hashtag: #MEET48

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Yaber’s Valentine’s Day Gift Guide: Share Love with the Perfect Projector

HONG KONG, Feb. 7, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — With Valentine’s Day just around the corner, Yaber reminds you that love is not just loving others, but loving yourself as well. Skip the ordinary and choose a gift that truly stands out. Yaber’s range of projectors transforms every moment into something extraordinary. Whether you’re sharing an intimate evening with someone special or treating yourself to something memorable, Yaber offers the perfect gift that speaks to both heart and soul.

Happy Valentine's Day 2025 with Yaber
Happy Valentine’s Day 2025 with Yaber

Yaber K300s: A Masterpiece for Tech Lovers

For tech-savvy loved ones, the Yaber K300s is the ultimate Valentine’s Day gift. Featuring triple RGB laser technology, dual 15W JBL speakers, and Dolby Audio support, this ultra-short throw projector projects a stunning 100-inch image from 9 inches away, turning any space into a cinematic wonderland. Recognized with the French Design Award Gold Award and CES Innovation Award, the K300s is also an addition to any home decor.

Yaber T2 Series: A Stylish Gift for Adventurers

For those always on the go, the Yaber T2 Series is the perfect match. Its handle doubles as a stand, making it portable and versatile. With 450 ANSI lumens, JBL sound, Dolby Audio support, and a built-in battery with up to 2.5 hours of video playback, it’s an ideal companion for BBQ dates, camping adventures, or cozy evenings watching rom-coms. For a creative touch, the Keith Haring special edition adds a more playful, artistic twist for fans of bold designs.

Yaber K3 Series: A Treat for Movie Lovers

Boasting 1600 ANSI lumens, dual 15W JBL speakers and Google TV, the K3 Series is perfect for movie marathons. The K3 Pro includes a subwoofer, delivering deep, rich bass. Its crystal-clear visuals and immersive audio create a home theater experience that brings you closer together. Imagine snuggling up under a blanket with your favorite movie playing and your special someone in your arms—romance redefined.

Yaber L2s: An Entry-Level Star for Shared Joy

Looking for a budget-friendly yet impressive gift? The Yaber L2s, priced under $160, is here to make hearts flutter. With 700 ANSI lumens, dual 8W JBL speakers, and a sleek design in Pantone’s Misty White or Lunar Rock, this projector proves that small gestures can create big memories.

To make your Valentine’s gift even sweeter, visit www.yaber.com or Amazon for local prices and promotions, which may vary by region and product.

AI robots ensure the safety of people’s electricity supply around the clock

TURFAN, China, Feb. 7, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — “Now, if there is an issue with electricity at home, residents no longer need to call customer service; they can simply send a message in the community WeChat group. The ‘Xinjiang Assistant’ will promptly relay the problem to the power supply company, and staff will provide on-site service, making it very convenient,” said Mirshati Ali Mu, a resident of Jiayuan Community in Turfan City, happily on February 7.

The “Xinjiang Electric Assistant” mentioned by Mirshati Ali Mu is an intelligent customer service robot that leverages semantic understanding technology and an intelligent knowledge base to automatically identify and respond to electricity-related inquiries from customers within WeChat groups. After being deployed in customer WeChat groups, the robot can continuously collect and feedback customer demands through WeChat text recognition and multi-professional data information queries, transforming traditional manual monitoring into automated processing of the entire service process.

To reduce the service response time, the State Grid Turfan Power Supply Company has divided its 429,600 customers in the supply area into 66 power supply service grids. The “Xinjiang Electric Assistant” AI robots have been fully deployed to conduct 24/7 identification and information push services, ensuring timely responses to customer needs.

To date, the State Grid Turfan Power Supply Company has conducted over 1,300 on-site services via the “Xinjiang Electric Assistant.” It has processed 2,509 items related to power outages, electricity payments, consultations, and other types of electricity information. As a result, the customer service satisfaction rate has increased from 98.89% to 99.52%.

12 Malaysian students celebrate as Octa broker’s bootcamp reaches completion


KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 7 February 2025 – In 2024, Octa broker sponsored a coding bootcamp for Malaysian students, STATUS 200. Organised in cooperation with Ideas International, this charity project was held on-site in Kuala Lumpur and lasted from April to November 2024. The program was divided into three stages, each filled with intense learning and challenging assignments. While many participants could not go through the first two stages, 12 completed the course—and are now choosing one of many career paths open to them.

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The STATUS 200 bootcamp aimed to create new career opportunities for dedicated Malaysian students passionate about programming. To bring this project to life, Octa broker joined forces with Ideas International, a Malaysian academy focusing on providing high-quality, affordable education for youths with diverse backgrounds.

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STATUS 200 offered a rigorous, high-paced program from day one—that was the only way to ensure each student can successfully complete the assignment projects scheduled after Stages 2 and 3. The bootcamp’s program combined conceptual computer science topics with workshops focused on acquiring and developing practical coding skills.

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Twelve students achieved Stage 2 certification and enrolled in Stage 3, finishing it with impressive results. The graduates successfully completed their final assignments—each had to develop a fully functional webshop from scratch. Based on these individual projects, these students’ skill level corresponds to a junior web developer position.

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The bootcamp has already brought significant positive change into the lives of the participants:

  • Several students engaged in paid, commissioned web development projects on a freelance basis after completing Stage 2
  • Three students were offered internships in the field
  • One student with no prior teaching experience became a coding teacher
  • One student applied for a computer science scholarship in Australia, and the instructors wrote a recommendation for him—the eligibility for this scholarship was solely based on his bootcamp results.

On top of that, the skills acquired during the bootcamp are fully transferable to other fields of study, which will contribute to their future career success.

With STATUS 200, Octa broker made another step towards its long-term social mission: To bring lasting positive change to local communities through small steps—incremental, targeted, and timely initiatives.

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

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is an international broker that has been providing online trading services worldwide since 2011. The company is involved in a comprehensive network of charity and humanitarian initiatives, including the improvement of educational infrastructure and short-notice relief projects supporting local communities.

iQIYI sees surge in viewership during Chinese New Year: users favor classic IPs, long and short content, and strong interaction

BEIJING, Feb. 7, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — On Feb. 5, iQIYI, China’s leading online entertainment platform, released its viewership data and content trends for the Chinese New Year (CNY) holiday period (Jan. 28 to Feb. 4). Classic IPs, including blockbuster films, served as a powerful foundation, driving a surge in online viewership of related content and fueling platform-wide engagement. Meanwhile, content diversity, including a mix of long-form videos and mini-dramas, further captivated audiences, highlighting the evolving content preferences of users. Data also revealed that users enjoy interacting with iQIYI’s content, with a 118% year-on-year increase in bullet comments and a surge in offline IP-based VR immersive theater experiences.

Variety Show Drives Strong Viewership Engagement

As families gathered to celebrate the holiday, iQIYI’s variety show channel emerged as the category with the highest viewing time. The 2025 Spring Festival Gala, produced and broadcast by China Media Group (CMG), continued its reign at the top of the variety show rankings with impressive viewership numbers. On iQIYI International, the global livestream of the event saw a remarkable 135% year-on-year increase in average viewing time per user.

iQIYI’s original variety shows also delivered exceptional results, with the travel-themed reality show “The Blooming Journey” topping the content popularity rankings within the channel, and comedy hits like “The King of Stand-Up Comedy” continuing to attract strong audience engagement. The platform’s iconic comedy IP, “Super Sketch Show,” saw a noticeable boost in viewing time, with Seasons 1 and 2 experiencing increases of 18% and 26%, respectively, compared to the pre-holiday period.

Cast members from iQIYI’s comedy shows also appeared at the 2025 Spring Festival Gala, showcasing their entertaining sketches and reinforcing iQIYI’s role in nurturing the next generation of comedic talent.

New Dramas Spark Interest in Past Favorites

iQIYI’s extensive lineup of premium dramas resonated strongly with viewers during the holiday period, with series including “The White Olive Tree,” “Moonlight Mystique,” “Drifting Away,” “Unbreakable 2,” and “TRITENT 2” dominating the content popularity rankings. Notably, the success of “Unbreakable 2” renewed interest in this highly acclaimed drama IP, with viewing time for Season 1 soaring nearly tenfold compared to last year’s CNY holiday.

As part of its renowned suspense-themed drama brand, “Light On Theater,” iQIYI launched the highly anticipated series “Let Wind Go By” and “Drifting Away.” These new releases further fueled interest in suspense dramas, with a 22% increase in overall viewing time for “Light On Theater” content compared to the pre-holiday period.

Meanwhile, mini-dramas continued to gain traction, with data indicating that viewers aged 35 and below comprised over 70% of the audience.

Sequel Success Draws Viewers to Rediscover Related Films

The record-breaking box office performance of sequels to popular IP films during the holiday significantly boosted interest in earlier titles and related content on iQIYI. For example, the predecessor of “Ne Zha 2” experienced a remarkable 624% increase in viewing time compared to the pre-holiday period.

Similarly, the release of “Legends of the Condor Heroes: The Gallants” reignited enthusiasm for other martial arts films inspired by Louis Cha (Jin Yong)’s legendary works, with related content seeing a 1,306% rise in viewing time.

The data also revealed an uptick in viewership for iQIYI’s animation and kids’ content. The original production “How Dare You!?” saw a 27% increase in viewing time compared to the pre-holiday period, while beloved animated IPs such as “PAW Patrol” and “Peppa Pig” ranked among the top five in user viewing time.

Enhanced Viewer Engagement Through Technology

With 70% of iQIYI users considering bullet comments an essential part of their viewing experience, the platform saw a 118% year-on-year increase in bullet comments. Fans also actively engaged in AI-powered chats with fictional characters from iQIYI’s hit shows, bringing these characters to life and driving content engagement.

Moreover, iQIYI expanded the reach of its premium IPs beyond the screen through offline experiences. The VR immersive theater “Strange Tales of Tang Dynasty 2: To the West,” launched by iQIYI, became a cultural tourism highlight in several Chinese cities during the holiday. Data revealed a 206% increase in visitor numbers compared to the pre-holiday period, while viewing time for the series it’s based on also grew.

CONTACT: iQIYI Press, press@qiyi.com

Acer Announces January Revenues at NT$15.07 Billion

TAIPEI, Feb. 7, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Acer Inc. (TWSE: 2353) announced its consolidated revenues for January at NT$15.07 billion, down 1.0%, which was flattish year-on-year (YoY). Chromebooks revenue increased by 56.5% YoY in January, showing continued strong demand. Acer Chromebooks shipments ranked No. 1 worldwide in Q4’24 [1].

Acer’s strategy to expand multiple business engines continued to gain momentum. Total revenues from businesses other than personal computers [2] and displays contributed 40.4% of the group’s total revenues in January. Acer’s public subsidiaries have announced their January revenues; some highlights for businesses under incubation include Acer ITS Inc. with revenues growth of 10.8% year-on-year in January.

[1] IDC Final Historical Q4’24 PC report

[2] Personal computers business includes desktop and notebooks

About Acer

Founded in 1976, Acer is one of the world’s top technology companies with a presence in more than 160 countries. The company continues to evolve by embracing innovation across its offerings, which include computers and displays, while branching out to new businesses. Acer is also committed to sustainable growth, exploring new opportunities that align with its environmental and social responsibilities. The Acer Group employs over 8,000 employees that contribute to the research, design, marketing, sales and support of products, solutions, and services that break barriers between people and technology. Visit www.acer.com for more information.

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80 Years of Moomin Magic: Helsinki Celebrates Tove Jansson with Art, Design and Storytelling

HELSINKI, Feb. 7, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — In 2025, one Finland’s most cherished cultural icons, the Moomins, celebrate their 80th anniversary. Helsinki, home to their beloved creator Tove Jansson, honors this milestone with two major exhibitions and a host of opportunities to explore the artist’s life, work and enduring legacy. Beyond gallery walls, Helsinki offers countless opportunities to walk in Jansson’s footsteps, from visiting her neighborhoods to discovering landmarks she cherished and statues she inspired. Moomin-themed stores and design items across the city provide the perfect way to take a piece of Tove Jansson’s fantastical world home.

Tove Jansson’s influence reaches far beyond her famous Moomins. She was a trailblazer in art, literature and design, embodying values of equality, inclusion and openness – principles that resonate deeply with her hometown of Helsinki. This year the Moomins turn 80, and this spirit is echoed in the anniversary theme: “The door is always open.” Visitors can experience these values in Helsinki’s cultural offerings, many of which are available all year round and free of charge.

Explore Tove Jansson’s Art at HAM Helsinki Art Museum

HAM Helsinki Art Museum kicks off the Moomin’s anniversary year with Tove Jansson – Paradise, a landmark exhibition featuring over 180 works, including her monumental frescoes, smaller decorative pieces, and previously unseen sketches. This is the first time Jansson’s public murals, created during the 1940s and 1950s, are brought together in one place. From playful decorative details to grand frescoes filled with joy and beauty, the exhibition offers an unparalleled glimpse into Jansson’s versatility and talent as a visual storyteller. Highlights include six large charcoal drawings that offer rare insights into her creative process. The sketches were found in Jansson’s studio and have never before been shown to the public. The exhibition has garnered significant international interest and has been featured in publications such as the Financial Times and The Guardian.

HAM also houses a permanent gallery dedicated to Jansson, which showcases her frescoes Party in the City and Party in the Countryside, along with other rotating works. These pieces provide insight into her life, including references to her personal relationships and artistic journey. In “Party in the City” Tove’s then (secret) love, theatre director Vivica Bandler can be seen on the dance floor, while Jansson herself sits in the foreground, with a little Moomin figure standing beside her on the table.

HAM Helsinki Art Museum, Eteläinen Rautatiekatu 8
Open Until 6 April 2025

Discover Jansson’s Architectural Vision at the Design Museum

The Moomin 80 anniversary year will culminate in a groundbreaking exhibition at the Architecture and Design Museum Helsinki, opening in October 2025 and highlighting Tove Jansson’s vision of architecture and design. Jansson was famous for her ability to create spaces that feel alive, welcoming and filled with possibility, from her own homes and summer cottages to the caves of childhood play. The exhibition connects her personal life, from her early years in central Helsinki to her summers in the Finnish archipelago, with her literary creations, like the Moominhouse – a place of safety, warmth and joy, where the door always stands open.

Through never-before-seen collection highlights, detailed glimpses into Tove Jansson’s personal surroundings come to life in this exhibition organised in collaboration with Moomin Characters.

Design Museum Helsinki, Korkeavuorenkatu 23
Opening in October 2025

Walk in Tove Jansson’s Footsteps

Helsinki offers a wealth of Tove Jansson-related landmarks that allow visitors to follow in her footsteps. Start at her childhood home in Katajanokka, where Jansson grew up surrounded by the sea and the vibrant cultural life of her family. Stroll through Tove Jansson Park, where she used to play, and visit the Halkolaituri pier, where she ice-skated in winter and later departed for summers on her island retreat of Klovharun.

Don’t miss the Esplanade Park to admire Mermaid Fountain, a sculpture Tove Jansson’s artist-father Viktor Jansson modeled after his daughter. Other must-see spots include her former studio and home at Ullanlinnankatu 1, where she lived from 1944 until she passed away in 2001. The studio is privately owned, but you can see the plaque outside and marvel at the huge windows of the studio on the top floor of the corner. You can also check out Svenska Teatern, where her Moomin play debuted in 1949. If you know Swedish, you can even catch a play. Don’t miss the Moomin Shop Espa, located in the same building. The shop also hosts rotating mini-exhibitions from the Moomin and Tove Jansson archives and offers a wide assortment of books in different languages.

More addresses related to Tove Jansson’s Helsinki can be found in the newly redesigned MyHelsinki.fi website, in articles such as Experience Helsinki like Tove Jansson and Moomins in Helsinki: A “Troll” through the city.

Bring the Moomins Home

Helsinki is a treasure trove for Moomin enthusiasts, with many themed stores and cafés where visitors can immerse themselves in the whimsical world of the Moominvalley – or bring a piece of the Moomins back home with them.

Browse for cherished design items like the iconic Arabia Moomin mugs at the Iittala & Arabia flagship store (Pohjoisesplanadi 23) or clothing that captures adorned with Jansson’s illustrations at the Moomin Shop in Lasipalatsi (Mannerheimintie 22-24), where the interior draws inspiration from The Moomins and the Great Flood – the book that launched the Moomin journey back in 1945. At Helsinki Airport’s Moomin Café, travelers can enjoy a last taste of Finland while surrounded by playful Moomin decor.

For more inspiration and information on Helsinki visit MyHelsinki.fi.

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Leena Karppinen
Senior Manager, PR & Communications
Helsinki Partners
leena.karppinen@helsinkipartners.com

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Trump’s Foreign Aid Freeze Disrupts USAID Projects in Laos

Trump’s Foreign Aid Freeze Disrupts USAID Projects in Laos
The flag of the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) outside their headquarters in Washington, DC, on February 5, 2025 (Photo by Mandel NGAN / AFP)

Operations of the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) in Laos are facing uncertainty after the Trump administration’s recent decision to temporarily pause all foreign assistance programs.