Thai Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra has ordered a review of the country’s visa-free entry scheme following reports of foreign nationals overstaying their visits and working illegally, government spokesman Jirayu Huangsu announced on 21 April.
Thailand Reviews Visa-Free Entry Amid Concerns of Illegal Stays, Drop in Chinese Tourism

Samsung Malaysia Launches 2025 Bespoke AI Appliances for a Smarter, Simpler, and More Secure AI Home
Offering upgraded AI features and intelligent screens that deliver a more intuitive and seamless home experience
KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia, April 24, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Samsung Malaysia Electronics today announced the future of home living with the official launch of its 2025 Bespoke AI lineup of home appliances: Bespoke AI Side by Side Refrigerator, Bespoke AI Laundry Top Load and Bespoke AI Jet Ultra. Designed to bring greater ease and intelligence to everyday routines, these appliances feature smart functionalities that adapt to user behaviours, improve energy use and integrate effortlessly into today’s connected lifestyles.
Charles Kim, President of Samsung Malaysia Electronics officially unveiling the latest Bespoke AI Home Appliances lineup.
“At Samsung, we aim to make everyday living easier through meaningful AI innovation. With our Bespoke AI appliances, we are bringing advanced AI Home to more households, offering intelligent solutions that redefine modern living. Powered by seamless SmartThings connectivity, trusted Knox Security, and natural voice interaction through Bixby, we are transforming how consumers interact with and manage their home appliances,” said Mr. Charles Kim, President of Samsung Malaysia Electronics.
The latest appliances also feature built-in screens and voice control, enabling users to access essential information and manage their home environment anytime, anywhere.
Personalized, Smarter Food Storage: Bespoke AI Side-by-Side Refrigerator
Powered by AI, the 2025 594L Bespoke AI Side-by-Side Refrigerator now features a sleek new design and a 9-inch LCD AI Home screen. This smart display enables seamless communication across all Samsung devices, using voice commands via Bixby. It also supports Multi-Device Experience (MDE), connecting everything from smartphones to home appliances – letting users take calls, play music, and even receive recipe suggestions via SmartThings Food Management. With full control at their fingertips, users can monitor food storage in real time, making grocery shopping smarter and more efficient.
This refrigerator includes thoughtful AI features such as Auto Open Door. Fitted with sensors on both sides, it detects when the user’s hands are full and opens automatically with a light touch or a voice command, eliminating hassle in everyday routines. For energy efficiency, the AI Energy Mode within SmartThings helps reduce power consumption by up to 10%.[1] It constantly tracks energy usage, estimates the monthly electricity bill, and provides smart suggestions to save energy. Once activated, it optimizes the compressor speed and defrost cycle frequency based on real-time environmental conditions. To maintain a fresher, cleaner fridge environment, it also features a built-in UV deodorizer and filter that maintain fresh air circulation and help eliminate odours daily.
Smarter, Quieter, Cleaner: Bespoke AI Laundry Top Load
To eliminate the hassle of complicated laundry routines, Samsung has introduced AI technology in its 13kg-21kg Bespoke AI™ Top-Load Washer, making laundry easier, more convenient, and effortless. With three key AI functions — AI Wash, AI Energy Mode, and AI Vibration Reduction Technology Plus (VRT+™) — the new washers offer an intelligent, efficient, and quiet washing experience. AI Wash detects fabric type and load weight, adjusting settings like water level, agitation, and wash/rinse times for optimal results. Users can reduce their washer’s energy consumption using SmartThings AI Energy Mode[2]. When selected for certain cycles[3], it intelligently helps reduce energy use by up to 20%[4] through an enhanced algorithm to intelligently cut energy use[5]. Meanwhile, AI VRT+™ technology analyses sensor data to minimize noise and vibration, delivering a quieter laundry experience regardless of the floor type.
The new top loaders feature Ecobubble™ technology for more efficient cleaning with less fabric damage. It combines BubbleStorm™, which dissolves detergent into foam for quicker fabric penetration, and Dual Storm™, which promotes thorough mixing of bubbles and clothes. This system uses up to 25% less energy [6] and up to 13% less water[7], washes 2.5 times faster[8] and provides up to 20% better fabric care[9], reducing wear on clothes.
Compatible with SmartThings, users can remotely monitor and control their laundry. For added peace of mind, the Digital Inverter Motor is covered by a 20-year warranty[10], offering long-lasting durability and reliable performance.
Our Most Powerful Cleaning Performance: Bespoke AI Jet Ultra
Also making its debut is Samsung’s most powerful cordless stick vacuum cleaner, the Bespoke AI Jet Ultra. Delivering powerful suction of up to 400W[11], it effortlessly tackles even the tough cleaning tasks. At its core is the HexaJet Motor, designed with a hexagonal stator structure, a second-stage diffuser, and a thinner impeller for optimized airflow and motor efficiency. The motor also allows for up to 100 minutes of cleaning on a single charge in Min mode, making it ideal for cleaning the entire home in one session.
Equipped with the upgraded AI Cleaning Mode 2.0, the vacuum detects brush load and air pressure, automatically optimizing performance across six cleaning environments. Whether using the Active Dual Brush or Slim LED Brush+, it delivers Mid Mode-level performance while reducing battery usage and enhancing maneuverability.[12] The vacuum’s Multi-layered Filtration System captures fine dust with 99.999% efficiency[13]. Its HEPA filtration technology traps particles as small as 0.3µm, helping to prevent dust from being released back into the air.
Built-in Wi-Fi and SmartThings connectivity allow users to monitor vacuum performance remotely, while the onboard LCD screen displays alerts, battery status, and even call notifications—enhancing convenience during cleaning.
Reliable Experiences with Enhanced Knox Security
Backed by Samsung’s trusted security technology, the latest lineup features Samsung Knox, which protects user data with multi-layered security—enabling a reliable smart home experience with greater peace of mind. Knox Vault also makes its debut in home appliances, securely storing sensitive data such as passwords in a dedicated hardware chip.
To further safeguard against potential future quantum attacks, Samsung has incorporated Post-Quantum Cryptography (PQC) into Knox Matrix Credential Sync for screen-equipped products. Additionally, Samsung is enhancing product maintenance with SmartThings Home Care, which uses AI to monitor the status of appliances and sends notifications when issues are detected. Technical support representatives can also provide remote assistance based on pre-diagnosis results.
Learn more about the 2025 Bespoke AI Home Appliances, visit:
https://www.samsung.com/my/home-appliances/bespoke-home/
About Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd.
Samsung inspires the world and shapes the future with transformative ideas and technologies. The company is redefining the worlds of TVs, smartphones, wearable devices, tablets, home appliances, network systems, and memory, system LSI, foundry and LED solutions, and delivering a seamless connected experience through its SmartThings ecosystem and open collaboration with partners. For the latest news, please visit the Samsung Newsroom at http://news.samsung.com.
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[1] Based on internal testing. The test results are based on a comparison of the factory setting temperature when using AI Energy mode and without using AI Energy mode. Results may vary depending on the usage conditions and patterns. SmartThings is available on Android and iOS devices. A Wi-Fi connection and a Samsung account are required. |
[2] Available on Android and iOS devices. A Wi-Fi connection and a Samsung account are required. |
[3] Can be applied on the Normal, AI Wash, Super Clean, Jeans, Aqua Preserve, Towels and Clean Wash courses. |
[4] Tested by Samsung on a WA80F/24 model with a 4kg load using a AI Wash course and water level 6. Results provided to and interpreted by Intertek. |
[5] The washing course time may be increased when using AI Energy Mode. |
[6] Tested by Samsung with WA80F/24 11kg model with Ecobubble™ and Digital Inverter motor, using an IEC 3kg load (water level 4), comparing a normal cycle with Ecobubble™ and a normal cycle without Ecobubble™. Results provided to and interpreted by Intertek. |
[7] Results may vary by model. Tested by Samsung with WA80F/24 11kg model with Ecobubble™ and Digital Inverter motor, using an IEC 3kg load (water level 4), comparing a normal cycle with Ecobubble™ and a normal cycle without Ecobubble™. Results provided to and interpreted by Intertek. |
[8] Based on internal testing on the WA80F/24 11kg model, using Artificially Soiled Fabric (EMPA 120), compared to a Samsung conventional washing machine. Results may vary depending on the actual usage conditions. |
[9] Based on the severity of washing action index of the WA80F/24 11kg model, compared to a Samsung conventional washing machine. Results may vary depending on the actual usage conditions. |
[10] The 20 year parts warranty is only applicable to the inverter motor, as of April 2024. |
[11] Based on testing by SLG Prüf- und Zertifizierungs GmbH, in accordance with the IEC 62885-4 Cl.5.8 standard, using a handheld type vacuum cleaner (with no brush) in Jet mode. The results were compared to cordless stick vacuum models available on the market with a stated suction power within 15% of the actual suction power of the Samsung model tested by SLG. Based on sales data between January 2024 and December 2024 as compiled by an independent market research institute. |
[12] Based on internal testing. When using the Active Dual Brush, battery consumption is reduced by up to 14% and maneuverability is improved by up to 6%. When using the Slim LED Brush+, battery consumption is reduced by up to 21% and maneuverability is improved by up to 8%. Performance may vary depending on actual usage conditions. |
[13] Based on internal test in accordance with the IEC 62885-2 Cl. 5.11 standard, using Jet Mode. Results may vary depending on actual usage conditions. |
Jia He Celebrates Mother’s Day with Exquisite Culinary Feast
Jia He https://jiahe.com.sg
SINGAPORE, April 24, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Jia He Chinese Restaurant and Jia He Grand announce a curated selection of dine-in and takeaway set menus in celebration of Mother’s Day. Available throughout May 2025 starting 1st May 2025 to 31st May 2025, these offerings provide opportunities to honour mothers with exceptional Cantonese cuisine.
The month-long festivity underscores a commitment to creating cherished moments, enhanced by the Master Chefs’ culinary expertise.
An Elegant Mother’s Day Dining Experience at Jia He
Guests are invited to indulge mothers with Jia He’s refined Mother’s Day Menu. A symphony of authentic Cantonese delicacies, meticulously handcrafted by Jia He’s expert Master Chefs for the diners. Guests may savour a luxurious Cantonese feast with the Jia He Mother’s Day Dine-in Set Menu, priced from $568++.
The Mother’s Day set menus (from $568++ for 6 persons to 10 pax menus at $988++ & $1288++), available until 31st May 2025, feature dishes such as:
- Crisp-fried Garoupa with Pineapple and Pine Nuts in Sweet-Sour Sauce
- Roasted Crispy Duck
- Stir-fried Hong Kong Kale with White Bait, Ginger and Chinese Wine
- Double-boiled Silkie Chicken Soup with Fish Maw, Wild Mushroom and Snow Fungus
- Steamed Pomfret with Black Bean Sauce (Served with Crisp-fried Mantou)
- Braised 5-Head Abalone with Tien Shin Cabbage in Superior Golden Broth
- Stir-fried Mian Xian with Omelette, Conpoy and Segment Lobster
- Roasted Golden Suckling Pig with Peanut Sauce
- Braised Stuffed “Chou Zhou” Fen Guo Shark’s Fin with Fresh Prawn
- Steamed Spotted Garoupa with Sliced Ham & Crispy Stuffed Beancurd with Salted Egg Yolk
- Stewed Inaniwa Udon with Baby Lobster in XO Sauce
Exclusive gifts will be presented to mothers. Reservations are required. Terms and Conditions apply.
The art of Cantonese cuisine can be experienced this Mother’s Day at Jia He, visit www.jiahe.com.sg for the menus and reservations.
Jia He’s Takeaway Selections for At-Home Celebrations
Jia He presents thoughtfully curated menus for families to appreciate a masterful Cantonese meal together at home, prepared with care for the Mother’s Day celebration.
- Jia He’s Mother’s Day Takeaway Set Menu: $368+ for 5 persons & $528+ for 10 persons.
Further highlights from the set menus include Braised Vermicelli with Mud Crab,Spring Onion and Ginger in Superior Broth, Braised Red Garoupa with Hong Kong Fish Pouch, Beancurd and Whole Garlic; Crisp-fried Prawn with Fresh Fruit and Red Wine-Yogurt Sauce; and Stewed Mian Xian with 8-Head Abalone and Black Truffle Sauce.
- Mother’s Day Mini Buffet Takeaway Menu (20 pieces each):
- Steamed Dim Sum: Steamed Phoenix Prawn Siew Mai, Steamed Prawn Dumpling with Asparagus, Steamed Crystal Chives Dumpling with Prawn and Meat
- Fried Dim Sum: Prawn Dumpling with Mayo Dip, Crystal Prawn Boule with Cream Cheese, Baked Mini Egg Custard Tartlets
- Main Dishes: One and a Half pieces of Roasted Crispy Duck, one dish of Stir-fried Mian Xian with Baby Abalone, Diced Seafood in Superior Soya Sauce
- Dessert is Chilled Jelly Royale with Julienne of Coconut and Peach Resin
Prior order is required. Orders can be placed at https://shop.jiahe.com.sg. The full menu is available for review at https://jiahe.com.sg.
Advance reservations are required.
Jia He Chinese Restaurant @ Connexion
For reservations, please contact 6694 8988 / 6694 9466 Email: enquiries@jiahe.com.sg
1 Farrer Park Station Road, #01-14/15/16 Connexion, Singapore 217562
Jia He Grand @ One Farrer Hotel
For Reservations, please contact 6538 9688 / 6538 2788 Email: jiahegrand@jiahe.com.sg
One Farrer Hotel, Level 1 #01-01
1 Farrer Park Station Rd, Singapore 217562
For enquiries:
• WhatsApp: 9067 0828 / 8870 8988 / 9170 2682
• Email: enquiries@jiahe.com.sg
• Website: https://jiahe.com.sg
• eShop: https://shop.jiahe.com.sg
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Auto Shanghai 2025 – Nullmax Showcases Full-Stack Automated Driving Solutions
SHANGHAI, April 24, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — On April 23rd, the biennial Shanghai International Automobile Industry Exhibition kicked off grandly. Nullmax, an AI technology company specializing in AD/ADAS solutions for all scenarios, presented its self-developed full-stack MaxDrive solutions. These solutions range from active safety features to autonomous driving solution for urban scenario based on end-to-end technical architecture, catering to the diverse needs of different vehicle models and markets.
Leveraging its platformized technology, Nullmax enables the MaxDrive solutions to be flexibly adapted to multiple chip platforms, as well as various types and quantities of sensors. This helps OEMs quickly achieve mass production of differentiated vehicle models. At this auto show, Nullmax showcased four mass-production-ready MaxDrive solutions covering different scenarios and functions.
- MaxDrive Basic: Intelligent Front Camera
This solution is compatible with Texas Instruments (TI) AM62A and AXERA M5X series chips, meeting the diverse demands for active safety features in the global market. It strictly adheres to the GSR2.0, ENCAP 2023, and CNCAP 2024 5-star safety standards, providing users with safe, comfortable, and reliable driving experiences with its outstanding performance.
- MaxDrive Standard: Integrated Driving and Parking Domain Control Solution
Positioned at the SAE L2+ level, this solution achieves the highest ASIL-D level of vehicle safety integrity. It offers a wide range of functions such as urban memory driving (MD), highway NOA, home zone parking (HPA), and automatic parking (APA). It is compatible with chip platforms like TI TDA4 series, Renesas V4 series, Black Sesame Technologies A1000, and C1236 chips, and has been pre-installed in multiple vehicle models for mass production.
- MaxDrive Standard_Hyperlink: Integrated Cockpit and Driving Domain Control Solution
Developed independently by Nullmax to follow the trend of cross-domain integration of electronic and electrical architectures, this solution significantly enhances the driving experience by deeply optimizing computing power utilization, providing strong technical support for the development of intelligent connected vehicles. Currently, it is compatible with Qualcomm SA8775 and Black Sesame Technologies C1296 chips, supporting advanced driving assistance functions such as urban MD, highway NOA, and HPA, and promoting the intelligent upgrade of automobiles.
- MaxDrive Plus: Autonomous Driving Solution for all Scenarios
Designed for urban, rural, and highway scenarios, this solution adopts a Vision-Language-Action (VLA) multimodal large-model to implement end-to-end technical architecture. Without relying on HD map and LiDAR, it can provide a human-like driving experience in complex urban road conditions. This solution has been successfully adapted to the Orin-X chip platform, and application development on the Black Sesame Technologies A2000 platform is also in progress.
Combining “Safety” and “Intelligence”
As a globally applicable autonomous driving solution, MaxDrive supports different market regulations. It has achieved 5-star safety ratings in authoritative evaluations such as ENCAP and CNCAP, meeting the multidimensional needs of OEMs and users in terms of safety, experience, and cost. Dr. Xu Lei, Founder, CEO, and CTO of Nullmax, stated, “Safety is the bottom line we can never ignore. As an AI-driven autonomous driving company, we strive for both active safety and intelligent driving experience.”
Nullmax is one of the few companies in the industry with mass-production capabilities across multiple different computing platforms. The four mass-production solutions displayed during the Shanghai Auto Show have won the favor of customers with Nullmax’s excellent AI algorithms and in-depth integration of hardware and software.
About Nullmax
Nullmax, an AI technology company founded in Silicon Valley in 2016 with an R&D center in Shanghai, specializes in AD/ADAS solutions for all scenarios, driving the intelligent transformation of transportation.
As an industry leader, Nullmax adopts a Machine Learning First (MLF) approach, developing MAX, a full-stack autonomous driving system that enables machines to perceive, learn, and interact like humans.
With expertise in computer vision, deep learning, and AI, Nullmax offers a range of AD/ADAS solutions designed for large-scale global deployment, facilitating fully unmanned passenger and cargo services.
BLUETTI Apex 300 Preorders Live: One-for-All Solution for Home, RV, and Off-Grid Living
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SYDNEY, April 24, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — BLUETTI, a leader in clean energy storage, today announced the pre-launch of its versatile Apex 300 Energy Storage System (ESS), which allows for simple, affordable entry and future upgrades with various accessories. The Apex 300 is now open for preorder with exclusive perks on the BLUETTI website.
BLUETTI Pre-Launches the Apex 300: A versatile energy storage system for home backup, RVs, off-grid living, and beyond.
Start Simple, Compact, and Powerful
The Apex 300 offers 3,840W output and 2.764,8Wh capacity, using 2nd-Gen automotive-grade LiFePO₄ cells for over 17 years of use and 40% higher energy density.
As a true 20ms Uninterrupted Power Supply, the Apex 300 ensures seamless power for everything from lighting and fridges to water heaters during blackouts. Its ultra-low 20W AC idle drain means an extra day of runtime for refrigerators.
Scale Smart for Diverse Needs
What sets the Apex 300 apart is its versatility with smart accessories, including:
- B300, B300S, B300K Expansion Battery– Adds more storage.
- SolarX 4K Charge Controller – Connects 500V/4,000W large solar arrays.
- Hub A1 Parallel Box – Boosts performance.
- Hub D1 – Provides 700W DC via 7 outlets.
- Charger 1 – Offers 560W alternator charging.
Smart Backup Power for Modern Homes
Whether for emergency preparation or whole-home backup, the Apex 300 grows with users’ needs. With up to three units and 18 B300K batteries, it scales up to 11.52kW output and 58kWh capacity, enough to run a home for a week.
Compatible with existing rooftop solar via the SolarX 4K, it takes in 4,000W solar, paying for itself in 2 years. And it helps homeowners to significantly reduce energy costs with 19.2kW solar charging in a parallel system.
Reliable Power for RV and Off-Grid Living
The Apex 300 caters to off-grid lifestyles too. It has 4 AC outlets to power A/Cs, microwaves, coffee makers, and other outdoor essentials.
To charge phones, laptops, and other DC devices, RVers can add the Hub D1 for extra USB, DC5521, and a 12V/50A Anderson port.
Recharging off the grid is just as effortless, via gas generators, solar panels, or vehicles with the Charger 1.
Be the First to Experience Apex 300
The Apex 300 Pre-Launch exclusive access is now open. Early supporters can secure exclusive benefits with an AU$16 deposit. Join the Community to stay updated on its official Indiegogo launch.
7 Top-Tier Database Conference Papers Power Core Transaction Speedup of 32% TencentDB TDSQL
SHENZHEN, China, April 24, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Renmin University and Tencent’s joint innovation lab showcased groundbreaking advancements in financial-grade distributed database systems at their 2025 annual conference. Over two years, seven papers were accepted at top database conferences (VLDB, ICDE, SIGMOD), with core technologies integrated into TencentDB TDSQL, achieving 32% faster transactions in state-owned banks and 40% improved query speeds in government big data applications.
Key Innovations:
1. Transaction Processing Optimization
- HDCC Protocol: Combines deterministic (Calvin) and non-deterministic (OCC) concurrency control, resolving cross-mechanism recovery issues. Delivers 5.7x performance gains (VLDB 2025).
- Lion Protocol: Uses LSTM-based workload prediction to optimize replica placement dynamically, avoiding migration bottlenecks. Achieves 2.7x higher throughput and 76.4% better scalability (ICDE 2024).
2. Storage Optimization
- HOCO Engine: Enables direct computation on compressed text data via homomorphic compression, offering 9.18x higher throughput for access/modification and 7.16x lower latency for analytics (SIGMOD 2024).
- SALI Framework: A scalable learned index that adapts to workload skew and boosts concurrency, delivering 2.04x higher insertion throughput under 64 threads (SIGMOD 2024).
Collaboration Impact: The research bridges academia and industry, with contributions from Renmin University’s data engineering experts and Tencent’s TDSQL R&D team. Attendees included leaders such as Du Xiaoyong (Renmin) and Wang Juhong (Tencent), highlighting the partnership’s strategic importance in advancing database technologies for critical sectors like finance and governance.
This collaboration underscores China’s growing leadership in high-performance database systems, combining cutting-edge AI/ML techniques with robust engineering to solve real-world scalability and efficiency challenges.
TecentDB PostgreSQL will provide full support for PG 17
SHENZHEN, China, April 24, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — TencentDB for PostgreSQL has implemented comprehensive security measures, such as data encryption, VPC isolation, and process monitoring, to ensure alignment with international compliance standards.
Core Capability Upgrades in PostgreSQL 17.0
Enhanced Logical Replication
- Supports logical replication slot failover, retaining slots during major version upgrades (via ‘pg_upgrade’) to improve data synchronization reliability.
Performance Optimizations
- Optimized batch I/O page read/write for higher efficiency.
- Improved WAL (Write-Ahead Logging) write performance under high concurrency.
- VACUUM adopts a new memory management mechanism, enhancing performance while reducing memory consumption.
Operational Enhancements
- ‘pg_basebackup’ now supports incremental backups, reducing storage and time costs.
- Added ‘transaction_timeout’ parameter to enable transaction timeout termination, preventing long-running transaction blocks.
Tencent Cloud Self-Developed Features & Scenario-Specific Solutions
Fine-Grained Multi-Tenant Resource Management
- Resource Isolation: Precisely controls CPU resources at the `database` level, supporting dynamic configuration adjustments (add/delete/upgrade/downgrade).
- Process-Level Monitoring: Real-time monitoring of tenant processes’ CPU/memory usage via the ‘tencentdb_process_system_usage’ view, aiding health assessment.
- SQL Throttling: Limits real-time SQL concurrency based on SQL statements or ‘queryid’ to prevent resource abuse.
Cold/Hot Data Separation Solutions
- Option 1: Leverage the self-developed ‘cos_fdw’ plugin to transparently access cold data (e.g., archived data) stored in COS, achieving storage tiering.
- Option 2: Integrate the ‘starocks_fdw’ plugin to connect with the StarRocks analytics engine, enabling cold data storage on-premises or in object storage while unifying TP+AP capabilities.
Enterprise-Grade Security Auditing
- Express Edition: Meets basic auditing needs with high performance.
- Advanced Edition: Enhances the ‘pgaudit’ plugin, expanding audit coverage to function execution, object types/names, etc., with performance surpassing native PG full-log auditing.
Business Value
- Balanced Performance & Cost: Cold/hot separation reduces storage costs while supporting hybrid HTAP workloads on a single node.
- Maximized Resource Efficiency: Precise resource control in multi-tenant scenarios ensures high utilization and stability.
- Strengthened Compliance: Flexible auditing modes adapt to varying security requirements, with significant performance advantages in stress tests.
Wildberries launches IT training for students and young mothers in Belarus
Wildberries was founded by CEO Tatyana Kim in 2004 while she was on maternity leave from her career as a teacher. It has grown into a multi-billion-dollar company that is focused on empowering local individuals in the countries where it operates, and women in particular, to advance their careers in e-commerce and tech.
“We pay special attention to social and educational initiatives. We are confident that this project will allow participants to acquire in-demand skills and open up new professional horizons,” said Alexey Drozd, Deputy Director of Wildberries in Belarus.
Participants in the new Youth in IT program will receive expert training in digital marketing and creating marketplace product cards and designs. The training consists of 20 hours of classes (including 11 lectures and 9 workshops with homework review) and will run until June 20, 2025.
Upon completing the course, participants will have the opportunity to complete an internship with Wildberries sellers in Belarus, with the potential for further employment. Each participant will also have developed their own portfolio of work at the end of the program which can be used for job applications.
The program is carried out in partnership with the Belarusian Women’s Union and SOS – Children’s Villages, a non-profit organization that assists orphans, along with local small businesses.
In addition to the program in Belarus, Wildberries has trained young women in Kyrgyzstan through its Girls in IT initiative and is an official partner of Women in Tech Kyrgyzstan, as well as supporting female entrepreneurship in Uzbekistan.
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About Wildberries
Established in 2004 in Russia, Wildberries is a leading e-commerce platform operating in Armenia, Belarus, Georgia, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Russia, Tajikistan and Uzbekistan, while also partnering with sellers in China. Wildberries provides a state-of-the-art IT infrastructure to support customers and sellers, along with a developed logistics network spanning more than 130 facilities and 70,000 pick-up points across its markets. As of 2025, Wildberries serves over 79 million customers and processes more than 20 million orders per day.