DONGGUAN, China, May 18, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — On May 15, 2026, the 2026 Global AIDC Industry Summit & Huawei AIDC Strategy and Product Launch was held in Dongguan with the theme “Power the AI Era Forward.” The summit brought together nearly 1,000 global leaders, technical experts, and core ecosystem partners from the energy, intelligent computing and carrier sectors. They shared insights on the next-generation AI data center (AIDC) architecture evolution and cutting-edge technological innovations, and witnessed the launch of Huawei’s grid-interactive AIDC strategy.

Hou Jinlong, Director of the Board of Huawei and President of Huawei Digital Power, delivered an insightful keynote speech at the event. According to Mr. Hou, the booming AI industry, widely adopted large models, and numerous AI agents are creating huge energy demands, set to boost the global AIDC capacity. Electricity is essential for computing; energy is the foundation for AI long-term development. Computing and electricity will deeply synergize and empower each other, progressively building an integrated framework that brings together new power systems and AI infrastructure. Reliable power supply is crucial to the high-quality and sustainable development of AIDC. Grid friendliness is vital for long-term, reliable, and stable operations. High-voltage, DC, and power-electronic architectures are critical to support ultra-high-density computing loads. Additionally, liquid cooling has become a mandatory choice for ultra-high-density computing. Reliable liquid cooling solutions and full-lifecycle intelligent O&M are key. Moreover, the essence of AIDC is a computing power production system, where delivery speed is closely tied to business benefits and investment returns.

Huawei Digital Power deeply integrates bit, watt, heat, and battery (4T) technologies, and focuses on key fields such as new power systems and AIDC. It has established comprehensive capabilities in renewable power generation, grid forming, high-density computing power supply, liquid cooling, and computing-electricity synergy. Facing significant industry transformation opportunities, Huawei Digital Power is committed to becoming an AIDC innovation leader and a long-term, trusted strategic partner. By cooperating with global customers and partners, it aims to promote high-quality, sustainable, and innovative development of the AIDC industry to achieve greener watts, more tokens per watt, and lower costs per token.

Bob He, Vice President of Huawei Digital Power, delivered a keynote speech titled “Building Grid-Interactive AIDC, Maximizing Tokens Per Watt.” According to Mr. He, the global AI industry is booming, and the token demand surges. As such, the AIDC industry is entering the Token era. High-density and diversified computing poses great challenges to the power density, scale, and load fluctuation of AIDC. Moreover, the growing penetration of renewable energy intensifies power grid fluctuations, while the frequent heavy-load fluctuations of AI services further compound AIDC reliability challenges.

To address these challenges, Huawei launched the grid-interactive AIDC strategy centered on “3+1” innovations. This strategy aims to develop a reliable, energy-efficient, fast-delivered, and grid-friendly AIDC solution that maximizes tokens per watt.

• Watt Innovation: Reshaping the Power Supply from the Grid to Chips. Diversified loads determine the diversity of power supply architectures. AC and DC power will coexist for a long time. Huawei will build a multiple-input multiple-output (MIMO) power supply architecture centered on grid-friendly UPS and grid-forming energy storage system (ESS), which will evolve toward an integrated grid-forming energy router based on solid-state transformer (SST) technology. The architecture will leverage Huawei’s technical expertise in power electronics, grid forming, high/low voltage, and AC/DC power to flexibly meet the high-density power supply requirements of AIDC.
• Heat Innovation: Reshaping Full-Lifecycle Thermal Management Reliability from Chips to Outdoors. The ultimate value of liquid cooling lies not in equipment cooling, but in building a full-lifecyle thermal management system. Huawei has built an innovative AI-powered MW-level liquid cooling system for efficient and reliable heat dissipation, advancing the large-scale deployment of liquid cooling from availability to long-term reliability.
• Bit Innovation: Reshaping Full-lifecycle Operations by Empowering Data Centers with AI. Digital and intelligent technologies can be applied across the entire lifecycle from design and delivery to operation, achieving full-link visibility, full-link reliability, and efficient full-lifecycle O&M.
• Construction Innovation: Reshaping the Construction Mode Through Engineering Productization, Prefabrication, and Modularization. The entire process of design, production, testing, and verification can be completed in the factory and only installation is required onsite, significantly shortening the time to market, improving the delivery quality, and enabling fast product replication.

Bob He noted that the upper limit of AI computing power is ultimately defined by the upper limit of energy supply — Energy as Token. In the AIDC era, the traditional PUE-centric energy efficiency evaluation system can no longer fully measure the value of AIDC. The industry needs to move from “energy efficiency metrics” to “value metrics.” Huawei proposes the TokEnergy Index — the Energy-to-Token Ratio — to measure the end-to-end conversion efficiency from energy to computing power in AIDC.

In the AI era, data centers are no longer just server rooms. They are super factories that produce tokens. Standing at the turning point of industry development, Huawei Digital Power will continue to invest in fundamental technologies and develop an industry-leading grid-interactive AIDC solution to drive high-quality industry development, maximize tokens per watt, and power the AI era forward.

“Get Facts. Get Going.” establishes a single source of information for international travelers; “American Originals” showcases the people and places who originated the styles, sounds, and tastes the world loves.

FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. and FRANKFURT, Germany, May 18, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Brand USA President and CEO Fred Dixon this week announced a major expansion of the organization’s America the Beautiful brand platform. Two new supporting initiatives expand the organization’s messaging: Get Facts. Get Going., an always-on effort designed to provide real-time information on visa and entry policies, fees, and more to combat misperceptions; and American Originals, a new content and storytelling series spotlighting the people, places, and experiences that are uniquely American.

The new initiatives being announced this week at U.S. Travel Association’s IPW in Fort Lauderdale, Florida targeting leisure tourism, and at IMEX in Frankfurt, Germany targeting international business events — reflect the organization’s focus on growing international travel demand and boosting travel exports that impact the U.S. economy and communities. The announcement comes as the USA is readying to host significant major events beginning next month, including the FIFA World Cup, America’s 250th anniversary, and the Route 66 Centennial.

“In line with our mission to impact the U.S. economy through travel exports, we have an opportunity to further build traveler confidence and inspire visitation,” said Fred Dixon, Brand USA’s President and CEO. “With our expanded platform, we are introducing American Originals, which spotlights the people and places who originated the styles, sounds, and tastes the world loves while Get Facts. Get Going. serves as a single source of information to address misperceptions head-on. We want international visitors to know that we are open for business and warmly welcome them.”

AMERICA THE BEAUTIFUL ECOSYSTEM

Since its global launch last October, America the Beautiful has served as Brand USA’s flagship campaign and platform, inspiring international audiences. Monthly surveys show more than seven in ten respondents say the campaign positively influences their interest in visiting the United States.

Brand USA is now building on that foundation with two new initiatives, each serving a distinct and equally important role. America the Beautiful inspires. American Originals fuels consideration and Get Facts. Get Going. aids conversion by dispelling perceived logistical barriers.

Operating under one data-driven and strategic framework, Brand USA has also created new integration opportunities with its destination partners such as South Dakota and Alabama, and corporate brands such as Hilton with more to come. New integrations are designed to expand reach, improve target efficiencies, and drive greater visibility for the platform and partners. 

GET FACTS. GET GOING. 

The expansion comes at a necessary moment. Misperceptions about visa requirements, entry procedures, fees such as visa integrity and national park pricing, and screening policies have created confusion among some international travelers — and until now, no single easy-to-use resource has brought this information together in one place. With the by-line “Travel with Confidence to the USA”, the initiative addresses a range of misperceptions circulating on social media and in international markets, including outdated or incomplete information. In each case, the facts tell a far more welcoming story than what travelers are hearing. To meet the moment, Brand USA is publishing a full set of facts, available at visittheusa.com/entry.

Get Facts. Get Going. is built to be always on, and continually updated as an integrated marketing, communications, and trade effort reaching international audiences through paid media in key global markets; real-time content delivered through global distribution systems; direct travel trade engagement through Brand USA’s agent training USA Discovery Program; and testimonials through the organization’s Visiting Journalists Program.

As an extension of these efforts, Brand USA has an ongoing partnership with U.S. Customs and Border Protection to facilitate and expand Global Entry sign-ups in international markets. CBP representatives will be on-site at IPW this week at Brand USA’s booth to help answer questions and provide updates on trusted traveler programs.

“Technological improvements including Mobile Passport Control and expanded Trusted Traveler programs like Global Entry are making the entry process more seamless than ever before,” Dixon said. “We want to bring that reality to the forefront alongside our new resource, Get Facts. Get Going., so visitors can travel with confidence to the USA.”

AMERICAN ORIGINALS

In addition to boosting travel confidence, Brand USA is continuing to expand its storytelling with the introduction of American Originals. 

“This new content series features the people, places, and traditions that have influenced the world and are unique to the USA through travelogue-style narratives that ignite exploration and help travelers build their ultimate dream holiday,” said Dixon. “American Originals highlights trends like set-jetting, culinary travel, live entertainment, and more, and kicks off with spotlights on Monument Valley, Memphis, Texas, and New York City.”

The series also serves as a salute to America’s 250th anniversary by celebrating uniquely American experiences, but will continue to expand into 2027 and beyond. The content can be viewed here. 

For the organization’s latest press information, including its latest What’s New in the USA and America250 content updates, please visit www.thebrandusa.com/press. 

For more on Brand USA, visit TheBrandUSA.com. U.S. travel ideas and trip planning resources are available at AmericatheBeautiful.com.

Note to the Editor
Brand USA’s press kit, including high-resolution photos, is available here.

ABOUT BRAND USA

Brand USA’s mission is to drive economic growth and community prosperity throughout the United States by attracting high-impact international travelers through strategic marketing and travel policy communications.

Created by the Travel Promotion Act, Brand USA operates at no cost to American taxpayers. The nation’s destination marketing organization is funded by contributions from visitors’ bureaus, travel brands, and other nonfederal entities that are matched by a portion of the fee paid by international visitors under the Electronic System for Travel Authorization.

According to independent studies by Tourism Economics, over the past 13 years Brand USA has driven 11.3 million additional international visitors who spent $38.1 billion in the United States, leading to $82.9 billion in total economic impact and sustaining an average of more than 40,000 jobs each year. These efforts have generated nearly $11 billion in attributable tax receipts at the federal, state, and local levels.

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Brand USA Global Communications 
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Edelman
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• A Renewed Commitment to Syria’s Future, Rooted in Decades of Trust

DUBAI, UAE, May 18, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Emaar Properties PJSC (DFM: EMAAR), one of the world’s most valuable and admired real estate developers, today announced that it is in the process of exiting the JV structure relating to The Eighth Gate, its landmark mixed-use development in Yafour, Damascus, marking a decisive new chapter in Emaar’s long-standing relationship with Syria. It will be operating in the Country without any partner.

The Eighth Gate was conceived in 2005 as Syria’s first master-planned community — a US$500 million integrated development spanning commercial, retail, hospitality, and residential zones across 300,000 square metres in Yafour, 22 kilometres from the heart of Damascus.

This transition reflects Emaar’s enduring confidence in Syria’s economic resurgence and the transformative potential of The Eighth Gate for the country’s-built environment. By moving unaided, the Company will be able to ensure The Eighth Gate is delivered to the uncompromising standards that define Emaar developments worldwide. The project will also benefit from the same operational rigour and design philosophy that has shaped iconic destinations including Downtown Dubai, Dubai Hills Estate, and Emaar Beachfront.

Mohamed Alabbar, Founder of Emaar Properties, said: “Our decision to exit the JV structure of The Eighth Gate is a statement of our unwavering belief in Syria and its people. Emaar was built on the conviction that great cities deserve great communities — and Damascus is one of the greatest cities in the world.”

The Eighth Gate holds deep significance in the national imagination. Named in homage to Damascus’s legendary seven ancient gates, the enduring symbols of a civilisation that welcomed the world, the project aspires to be a modern eighth gateway: one that honours Syria’s extraordinary heritage while opening the country to a new era of growth, commerce, and community.

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About Emaar Properties

Emaar Properties PJSC, listed on the Dubai Financial Market, is a global property developer and provider of premium lifestyles, with a significant presence in the Middle East, North Africa, and Asia. One of the world’s largest real estate companies, Emaar has a land bank of approximately 600 million sq. ft. in the UAE and key international markets.

With a proven track-record in delivery, Emaar has delivered over 129,100 residential units in Dubai and other global markets since 2002. Emaar has strong recurring revenue-generating assets with approximately 1.4 million sq. mtr. of leasing revenue-generating assets and 41 hotels and resorts with over 10,000 keys (includes owned as well as managed hotels). Today, around 28 percent of Emaar’s revenue is from its shopping malls, hospitality, leisure, entertainment, commercial leasing, and international businesses.

Burj Khalifa, a global icon, Dubai Mall, the world’s most-visited retail and lifestyle destination, and Dubai Fountain, the world’s largest performing fountain, are among Emaar’s trophy destinations.

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Films directed by Carla Simón, Turbo (Pau López and Gerardo del Hierro), and Nicolás Méndez connect cinema, fashion, music, animation, and design

CANNES, France, May 18, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Audiovisual From Spain, the internationalization initiative of ICEX Spain Trade and Investment, premiered three new short films at Cannes as part of the 2026 edition of the Where Talent Ignites campaign.

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Presented on May 17 during the Cannes Film Festival, the three films expand the campaign’s international narrative by connecting Spanish audiovisual creation with fashion, music, animation, design, dance and contemporary visual culture.

The films are now available globally at: https://spainwheretalentignites.com

The three productions bring together internationally recognized Spanish talent across multiple creative disciplines:

• Flamenco, directed by Carla Simón and starring Rocío Molina, revisits flamenco through a contemporary cinematic lens. Produced by Mamma Team, the film also features Niño de Elche, Dolores La Agujeta, Carmela Greco and Ángeles Toledano.
• La Llama, directed by Turbo (Pau López and Gerardo del Hierro), explores Spanish creativity and design through animation. Produced by White Horse and Apartamento, the film features character design by Jaime Hayon, music by Yerai Cortés and vocals by La Tania.
• La Tarara, directed by Nicolás Méndez and produced by CANADA, moves through the worlds of fashion and cinematic storytelling, starring Ingrid García-Jonsson, Bárbara Lennie and Lucas Catalán, with special appearances by Rossy de Palma, Eugenia Silva, Milena Smit, Arón Piper and Miguel Bernardeau.

Together, the three films reflect a cross-disciplinary vision of contemporary Spanish creativity and reinforce Spain’s growing international presence across audiovisual and creative industries.

“The international visibility of Spanish audiovisual talent is experiencing an exceptional moment,” said Elisa Carbonell, CEO of ICEX Spain Trade and Investment. “Through initiatives such as Where Talent Ignites, we want to continue strengthening Spain’s global positioning by connecting audiovisual creation with other creative industries and showcasing the diversity, innovation and international potential of Spanish talent.”

The Cannes premiere takes place during a year of strong international momentum for Spanish audiovisual creation, marked by major festival selections, awards recognition and growing global attention toward Spanish filmmakers, creators and production companies.

Following Cannes, the films will continue their international circulation as part of the 2026 Where Talent Ignites campaign and will also be presented during the Spanish Film Showcase in Mexico City, taking place from May 27 to 31 at Cinépolis cinemas, alongside additional international festival and industry screenings throughout the year.

Watch the films:
https://spainwheretalentignites.com

Press materials:
https://drive.google.com/drive/u/1/folders/1CZ5QuzNSEs9k8J41MR1UPZpbkNpsnM08

About Audiovisual From Spain – ICEX
Audiovisual From Spain is the international brand created by ICEX Spain Trade and Investment to promote Spanish audiovisual talent, content and industry capabilities at major global markets, festivals and professional events.

Media Contact
Eva Herrero – MadAvenue
eva@madavenue.es

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VICTORIA, Seychelles, May 18, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — MEXC, a pioneer in 0-fee digital asset trading, has completed a comprehensive AI product upgrade with the official launch of the industry’s first fully free and open trading agent: AI Strategy. This marks the evolution of MEXC AI from a decision-support tool into an autonomous trading agent capable of understanding user intent and independently executing trades, creating a complete end-to-end trading workflow.

In traditional trading, every step, from identifying opportunities to executing trades, requires manual involvement, making the process both time-consuming and highly susceptible to emotional decision-making. MEXC AI Strategy redefines this workflow. Users simply express their ideas, while the AI handles intent analysis, strategy generation, continuous market monitoring, and automated execution. MEXC AI Strategy offers three key highlights:

Generate Complex Strategies with Natural Language

Users no longer need quantitative trading expertise or coding skills. By simply chatting with MEXC AI, they can create personalized trading strategies tailored to their own preferences. The system supports not only common technical indicators, but also complex conditional strategies across multiple platforms and data sources. For example, users can set instructions such as: “Go long when ETH breaks out of a bilateral pattern, with an 8% take-profit target,” or “Go long when Elon Musk posts on X and the token price rises.” The AI can automatically understand the intent and generate the corresponding strategy.

Real-Time Social Media Monitoring to Capture Opportunities Faster

In news-driven markets, information asymmetry often determines profit and loss. MEXC AI Strategy can monitor real-time signals from social platforms such as X, continuously tracking influential figures and market sentiment. Strategies can be triggered within seconds after relevant events occur, helping users seize market opportunities at the earliest possible moment.

24/7 Automated Market Monitoring, Free for Everyone

Powered by integration with leading AI models, MEXC AI Strategy continuously monitors and executes trades around the clock, allowing users to stay active in the market without constantly watching charts. The feature is also fully open and free to use, enabling anyone to access AI-powered automated trading with zero barriers to entry.

For detailed guides and FAQs, please visit MEXC Learn.

With this latest upgrade, the MEXC AI product ecosystem has become even more comprehensive. The platform’s Smart Chart displays AI-powered price predictions, probability-of-rise indicators, and upcoming event alerts directly beneath candlestick charts, transforming market analysis that users previously had to piece together themselves into structured, actionable insights. The AI Consultant provides personalized recommendations based on users’ actual portfolio positions, while AI Strategy converts users’ market views directly into executable strategies and automated orders. Together, the three features cover the complete trading workflow: from discovery to analysis and finally to execution.

Vugar Usi, CEO of MEXC, said:

“Zero-fee trading removed the cost barrier to trading, while MEXC AI is removing an even more critical barrier: execution. While much of the industry focuses AI capabilities on professional infrastructure, MEXC has chosen to start from the real workflows of everyday traders, truly understanding user intent and helping them execute more efficiently. The goal of MEXC AI is to ensure that every opportunity users recognize can actually be captured, delivering on our promise of “Infinite Opportunities.”

In the first quarter of 2026, MEXC AI-related features recorded approximately 140,000 daily active users, while cumulative quarterly active users surpassed 1.04 million, reflecting growing market demand for AI-powered trading assistance tools. Users can now log in through the official MEXC website or app to experience the latest MEXC AI landing page.

About MEXC

MEXC is the world’s fastest-growing cryptocurrency exchange, trusted by more than 40 million users across 170+ markets. Built on a user-first philosophy, MEXC offers industry-leading 0-fee trading and access to over 3,000 digital assets. As the Gateway to Infinite Opportunities, MEXC provides a single platform where users can easily trade cryptocurrencies alongside tokenized assets, including stocks, ETFs, commodities, and precious metals.

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