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Sahm Capital and Eddekhar Forge Strategic Partnership to Elevate Financial Literacy and Investment Solutions at CMF Riyadh 2025


RIYADH, SAUDI ARABIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 26 February 2025 – In a significant move to advance financial literacy and empower employees with smarter financial solutions, Sahm Capital, a fintech-driven financial firm fully licensed by the Capital Market Authority (CMA) [License No. 22251-25], has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Eddekhar, a pioneering B2B digital savings platform. The partnership was formalized at CMF Riyadh 2025, a premier global financial forum that connects leading financial markets worldwide.

Sahm Capital and Eddekhar Forge Strategic Partnership to Elevate Financial Literacy and Investment Solutions at CMF Riyadh 2025
Sahm Capital and Eddekhar Forge Strategic Partnership to Elevate Financial Literacy and Investment Solutions at CMF Riyadh 2025

This collaboration seamlessly integrates Sahm Capital’s expertise in financial markets with Eddekhar’s innovative savings solutions, creating a comprehensive financial wellness ecosystem for employees. The initiative aims to instill sustainable savings habits and strategic investment awareness, enabling employees to build long-term financial security.

“At Sahm Capital, we believe that financial empowerment begins with education,” said Steven Chou, Chairman of Sahm Capital. “Through this partnership, Eddekhar simplifies the savings process, while Sahm Capital provides the investment solutions needed to grow and secure those savings for the future.”

Under this MOU, employees will have access to investment solutions tailored to their risk tolerance, along with tools to cultivate sustainable savings habits. Both companies share a common mission to enhance financial literacy and equip employees with the resources needed to achieve long-term financial security and wealth growth.

“Financial literacy is the cornerstone of long-term wealth building,” said Adnan Alkhiary, Founder & CEO of Eddekhar. “By joining forces with Sahm Capital, we are enabling employees to move beyond just saving—empowering them with the tools, knowledge, and access to investment opportunities that drive financial growth.”

Together, Sahm Capital and Eddekhar are redefining financial well-being, equipping employees with the knowledge and resources they need to achieve long-term financial stability, security, and prosperity.
Hashtag: #SahmCapital #CMA




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About Sahm Capital

Sahm Capital, registered in Riyadh, holds full regulatory licenses from the Capital Market Authority (CMA) to provide Dealing, Advising, Custody, Arranging, and Managing Investments and Operating Funds Activities in the Securities Business services (license no. 22251-25). As the first fintech-driven financial company to achieve full CMA licensing, Sahm Capital has established itself as the fastest-growing member of the Saudi Exchange, leveraging proprietary technology and innovative financial solutions to deliver seamless, one-stop financial services. For more information, visit: .

About Eddekhar

Eddekhar is a B2B digital savings platform that helps employees automatically set aside a portion of their salaries into dedicated savings accounts. By partnering with companies, we integrate directly with payroll systems making saving effortless and secure for employees.

We offer tailored investment options based on individual risk tolerance. This allows employees to grow their savings through carefully selected investment opportunities. Ensuring long-term financial stability and wealth-building. For more information, visit: .

MEXC Invests $20 Million in USDe to Drive Stablecoin Adoption, Launches $1,000,000 Reward Event

VICTORIA, Seychelles, Feb. 26, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — MEXC, the world’s leading cryptocurrency trading platform, has invested $20 million in USDe, Ethena’s synthetic dollar, as part of its commitment to expanding stablecoin adoption and fostering innovation within the crypto ecosystem. Meanwhile, MEXC Ventures, the investment arm of the global cryptocurrency exchange MEXC, has made a strategic investment of $16 million in Ethena. The acquired USDe will support stablecoin-related initiatives, including a campaign featuring a $1,000,000 reward pool.

MEXC Invests $20 Million in USDe to Drive Stablecoin Adoption PR cover image
MEXC Invests $20 Million in USDe to Drive Stablecoin Adoption PR cover image

Stablecoins are a cornerstone of the crypto market, providing liquidity and stability for traders and investors. USDe, issued by Ethereum-based DeFi platform Ethena, is designed to overcome the limitations of centralized stablecoins. Ethena is not just creating a new digital asset—it is building a robust ecosystem around USDe, which includes Ethereal, a spot trading platform, and Derive, an on-chain options protocol. These developments enhance the utility of USDe and contribute to a more dynamic DeFi landscape.

To accelerate stablecoin adoption, MEXC’s $20 million investment in USDe is accompanied by several user-focused incentives. These include zero-fee trading pairs and high-APR staking events, allowing users to earn $1,000,000 worth of rewards while participating in the growing stablecoin market. These benefits and events will be accessible through MEXC’s centralized exchange, making it easier for users to explore and trade USDe.

Stablecoins play a pivotal role in the development of the broader cryptocurrency market, and MEXC is committed to supporting their expansion,” said Tracy Jin, COO of MEXC. “As digital asset adoption increases, stablecoins will attract greater investment, creating new opportunities for users. We recognize Ethena and USDe as key players in this evolving landscape, and we are excited to contribute to their success by providing users with more stable and efficient financial solutions.

MEXC is dedicated to investing in crypto-native projects that thrive in decentralized ecosystems. Assets like USDe, which enable reward-bearing instruments such as sUSDe, are inherently designed for DeFi and reduce the reliance on centralized stablecoin issuers. Looking ahead, MEXC aims to further enhance stablecoin accessibility by allowing users more opportunities to hold USDe and earn passive rewards directly on centralized exchanges.

About MEXC

Founded in 2018, MEXC is committed to being “Your Easiest Way to Crypto”. Serving over 32 million users across 170+ countries, MEXC is known for its broad selection of trending tokens, frequent airdrop opportunities, and low trading fees. Our user-friendly platform is designed to support both new traders and experienced investors, offering secure and efficient access to digital assets. MEXC prioritizes simplicity and innovation, making crypto trading more accessible and rewarding.

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SpeakIn and ICF Join Forces to Create Asia’s Largest Industry-Centric Coaching Ecosystem

Strategic alliance aims to set new global benchmarks in corporate coaching


SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 26 February 2025 – In a game-changing move for the corporate learning and development industry Asia’s fastest-growing mentoring platform SpeakIn has partnered with International Coaching Federation (ICF), the world’s foremost coaching standards organization.

SpeakIn partners ICF

This strategic alliance aims to establish Asia’s most extensive and globally recognized coaching ecosystem, catering to corporate professionals, executives, and business leaders.

With over 62,000 members across 157 countries, ICF is synonymous with excellence in coaching certification and accreditation. By integrating ICF’s globally respected coaching standards into its programs, SpeakIn will empower businesses to access curated coaching and leadership training tailored to their evolving demands.

Why This Matters for Business Leaders and Corporates
In today’s rapidly changing business environment, staying ahead requires more than just technical expertise—it demands agile leadership and actionable learning. SpeakIn, with its robust network of 27,000 plus global experts, thought leaders, and corporate coaches, has already transformed how companies build coaching competencies.

This collaboration ensures that C-suite executives, entrepreneurs, and high-potential professionals can now access top-tier, credentialed coaches through SpeakIn’s renowned FindACoach platform, which provides 1:1 coaching and virtual and in-person group speaker sessions.

Bridging the Corporate Skilling Gap
Despite three of the world’s top five economies being in Asia, the majority of corporate skilling frameworks are designed basis western toolkit. SpeakIn’s mission is to bridge this gap by offering world-class, regionally tailored coaching and mentoring solutions specific to Asian context.

Over 1.5 million professionals across eight countries have already leveraged the SpeakIn advantage. Now, this ICF-backed initiative will further solidify its position as the go-to corporate skilling partner for global enterprises.

Key Focus Areas of the SpeakIn-ICF Partnership

  • Global Recognition for Coaches: Elevating coaching as a profession by providing certified, high-quality training and global exposure.
  • Human-Tech Synergy: Seamlessly integrating human interaction with cutting-edge technology to make elite coaching accessible worldwide.
  • Corporate Integration: Partnering with 1,000+ leading enterprises to embed ICF-certified programs into internal coaching ecosystems.
  • Thought Leadership Expansion: Leveraging platforms like Asia Dialogues to set industry benchmarks and drive global discussions on leadership excellence.
  • Help organisations build self-sustaining and scalable coaching cultures.

What This Means for the Future of Executive Learning
“With the rise of AI, absolute digitization, and evolving corporate dynamics, coaching has become the cornerstone of sustainable professional growth. Our partnership with ICF positions SpeakIn at the forefront of this revolution in Asia and beyond,” said Deepshikha Kumar, Founder of SpeakIn.

“This collaboration is not just about certification; it’s about creating a lasting impact in corporate learning. By leveraging our extensive network and expertise, we are enabling professionals to reach their highest potential with globally recognized coaching,” added Praveen Kumar, Co-founder of SpeakIn.

“Quality and Standards are what makes coaching powerful and empowering. Excellence and integrity are at the heart of each coaching engagement. Any entity promoting and providing coaching must adhere to the highest standards in the field – to protect its clients and to deliver lasting results. This partnership will enable many organizations to engage with a trusted partner for transformation and thriving” said Magdalena Nowicka Mook, ICF’s CEO.

A disruptor in the enterprise-learning platform space, SpeakIn empowers its users to access the highest quality coaches and mentors in a flexible manner. Big names such as former KPMG CEO Richard Rekhy, bestselling author Mimi Nicklin, TEDx speaker Friska Wirya and other celebrated experts like former Softbank India MD, Manoj Kohli and Dr. Timothy Low, former CEO of Gleneagles Hospitals, Singapore, have shared their expertise with professionals seeking insightful learning.
Hashtag: #SpeakIn #partnership #ICF





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SpeakIn

SpeakIn is Asia’s largest digital campus for 1:1 coaching and group speaker sessions. Helping enterprise learners solve their professional problems of leadership, motivation, diversity, sustainability and more, the sessions are delivered by a highly curated network of global CxOs, SMEs, Thought Leaders and Certified Coaches. Headquartered in Singapore, SpeakIn continues to serve marquee clients across the region. Over 1.5 million professionals in 8 countries have learnt on the SpeakIn platform. Fun fact, SpeakIn owns the largest network of over 30 speaker bureau’s globally. Please feel free to see more of us at www.speakin.co

ICF

The International Coaching Federation (ICF) is the world’s largest nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing professional coaching. As the premier accrediting and credentialing body, ICF is committed to excellence, research, and the promotion of coaching as a transformative leadership tool. With over 62,000 members across 157 countries, ICF is synonymous with excellence in coaching certification and accreditation.

RESPIREE SECURES SINGAPORE HSA CLEARANCE FOR PEDIATRIC EXPANSION OF CARDIO-RESPIRATORY WEARABLE AND FOR ITS NEW EHR STREAMLINED PLATFORM

SINGAPORE, Feb. 26, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — AI/ML health tech startup Respiree has received clearance from the Health Sciences Authority (HSA) to extend its RS001 cardio-respiratory wearable to pediatric populations. This clearance also enables the extension of Respiree’s software platform, introducing enterprise-grade pathway management services and EHR interoperability which further enhances its innovative healthcare solutions.

Illustrative Image of Respiree’s RS001 Cardio-respiratory Wearable With Connected IOT Platform
Illustrative Image of Respiree’s RS001 Cardio-respiratory Wearable With Connected IOT Platform

The RS001 is a wearable device that directly measures cardio-respiratory data, now expanded to serve both adult and pediatric populations. This innovative wearable collects vital data through sensors, transmitting it to a cellular hub, which then visualizes the information on a user-friendly, connected dashboard. Respiree’s new dashboard software solution now includes integrated pathway management services, empowering physicians to deliver personalized care through advanced monitoring capabilities in the patient’s home-use mobile application. Key features include: automated alerts setup and automated symptom questionnaire generation, seamless integration with Electronic Health Records (EHR) systems and enhanced interoperability through external API plugins.

WHY IT MATTERS

“This important regulatory extension enables Singapore’s healthcare systems, as well as other international healthcare systems, to accurately capture and utilize cardio-respiratory data in a broader pediatric population, beyond just adults. Furthermore, Respiree’s software platform now streamlines workflow integration, facilitating seamless transitions of care not only within hospitals but also from hospitals to homes through our new pathway management services. This enhancement allows for more efficient and streamlined care,” stated Dr. Gurpreet Singh, CEO and Founder of Respiree.

With the expanded HSA clearance, Respiree sets its sights on securing additional regulatory approvals in other APAC regions, including the USA, within the next few months. Furthermore, Respiree plans to pursue clearances for its AI-powered Software-as-a-Medical-Device (SaMD), which will seamlessly integrate into its existing enterprise solution, bolstering its capabilities and impact on patients’ lives.

About Respiree

Respiree™ is an AI/ML health tech company building clinically-validated AI for managing disease progression. Respiree™ is CE marked and has received regulatory clearances from the Therapeutic Goods Administration and the United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA).

Bybit Earn Pilots OpenAPI Integration into Flexible Savings

DUBAI, UAE, Feb. 26, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Bybit, the world’s second-largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume, is enhancing trading features and seamless experiences by introducing the OpenAPI functionality on Bybit Earn. Available now for Flexible Savings products on Bybit Earn, the upgrade will help users make better informed decisions faster, and offer an unobstructed view of their asset performance in their own preferred set-up.

The OpenAPI integration supports multiple trading and data point extraction scenarios, marking an advancement in automated asset management capabilities for users of Flexible Savings on Bybit Earn.

What it means:
Users now have the option to programmatically manage their Bybit Earn Flexible Savings positions through API endpoints, significantly improving efficiency for institutional clients and professional traders who manage multiple positions.

Feature Highlights:

  • Staking & Redemption: Users can now create staking and redemption orders more efficiently using the API.
    The API integration supports both Unified Trading Accounts (UTA) and Funding Accounts, enabling users to personalize their asset management style. This means users can integrate Bybit Earn Flexible Savings directly into their automated trading strategies or portfolio management tools.
  • Information Queries: Users can easily query their orders, positions, and product details (such as the maximum staking limit and estimated APR) via the API.
    This feature also allows for real-time data retrieval, enabling users to make informed decisions quickly. For example, a user can programmatically check the current APR of a Flexible Savings product and adjust their staking strategy accordingly.

Bybit Earn Pilots OpenAPI Integration into Flexible Savings
Bybit Earn Pilots OpenAPI Integration into Flexible Savings

“This integration is another step forward in our mission to provide institutional-grade trading and earning capabilities for high-calibre users,” said Joan Han, Sales and Marketing Director at Bybit. “By extending API functionality to our Flexible Savings product, we continue to meet the users’ increasing demands for more powerful tool to optimize their yield strategies.”

Availability and Documentation
The initial release starts with the Flexible Savings product suite, with potential expansion to other Earn products planned for future updates. The integration is supported by detailed API documentation and technical resources to ensure smooth implementation for users, available through Bybit’s official API documentation portal. Users may find out more at: https://bybit-exchange.github.io/docs/v5/earn/product-info

#Bybit / #TheCryptoArk

About Bybit
Bybit is the world’s second-largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume, serving a global community of over 60 million users. Founded in 2018, Bybit is redefining openness in the decentralized world by creating a simpler, open and equal ecosystem for everyone. With a strong focus on Web3, Bybit partners strategically with leading blockchain protocols to provide robust infrastructure and drive on-chain innovation. Renowned for its secure custody, diverse marketplaces, intuitive user experience, and advanced blockchain tools, Bybit bridges the gap between TradFi and DeFi, empowering builders, creators, and enthusiasts to unlock the full potential of Web3. Discover the future of decentralized finance at Bybit.com.

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Ping An Health Launches “Ping An Xin Yi” AI Doctor Assistant Service to Enhance Accessibility and Satisfaction in Medical Services

HONG KONG and SHANGHAI, Feb. 26, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Ping An Healthcare and Technology Company Limited (“Ping An Good Doctor“, “Ping An Health”, or “the Company”, Stock Code: 1833.HK) recently announced the launch of “Ping An Xin Yi,” an AI-powered digital doctor service integrated within its Ping An Health APP. This innovative service offers 24/7 access to AI-assisted health consultations, expanding the reach and availability of expert medical guidance. “Ping An Xin Yi” leverages advanced digital human technology to create digital avatars of real-world doctors. Powered by a sophisticated AI large language model trained on extensive medical data, the system utilizes natural language processing, machine learning, and medical document recognition to provide comprehensive support. Meticulously trained on the image, professional knowledge, and practical clinical experience of qualified specialists, these AI assistants offer a comprehensive suite of services, including: 24/7 on-demand consultations; streamlined offline care navigation; simplified report and lab result interpretation and personalized medication reminders.

Technology: Enhancing Healthcare Access and Patient Experience

It is important to promote “Internet + Healthcare” to reduce burdens on citizens, streamline processes through data utilization, and continuously improve the equity, accessibility, and convenience of public services. The rapid advancement in artificial intelligence and digital technologies are accelerating the integration of AI applications into healthcare, making them increasingly accessible to individuals and families. To address the challenges of strained medical resources and rising patient demand, it is crucial to simplify complex procedures, improve information flow, and optimize the allocation of healthcare personnel. These efforts are essential for enhancing the patient experience and driving the evolution of a more responsive and efficient healthcare ecosystem.

Ping An Health leverages cutting-edge technology to empower doctors and enhance healthcare services. With over a decade of experience, Ping An Health has consistently demonstrated a keen awareness of emerging technologies, continuously developing, exploring, and refining its medical AI technology and applications. Through ongoing technological innovation, the company empowers doctors with knowledge and efficiency, facilitating the delivery of enhanced medical services. Ping An Health’s self-developed AI-assisted diagnosis and treatment system boasts a triage accuracy rate exceeding 99% and an assisted diagnosis accuracy rate of over 95%. Following the launch last year of “Ping An Medical Master,” a large multi-modal medical AI model built upon five major medical databases, and the “Ping An Doctor’s Home” doctor’s workbench, Ping An Health became one of the first leading domestic healthcare service platforms to complete the deployment and partial application verification of DeepSeek in early February. Industry analysts suggest that the integration of DeepSeek’s advanced AI technology with Ping An Health’s existing AI systems will enable the platform to provide more accurate health consultations and disease diagnoses. This collaboration is also expected to drive significant advancements in medical data analysis and patient management.

The newly launched “Ping An Xin Yi” digital service initially covers general practice and three major specialties, with plans to expand to eight departments, including gynecology, internal medicine, pediatrics, surgery, andrology, traditional Chinese medicine, dermatology, and general medicine. Users can easily access the service by searching for “Renowned Doctor AI Medical Assistant” within the Ping An Health App or by entering the Renowned Doctor Expert Zone via the Ping An Health App or Mini Program homepage. This allows users to receive professional medical and health advice in real-time, from the comfort of their homes and without the need for appointments. Interacting with the digital avatars, which replicate the image and voice of real medical experts, users can communicate through text, voice, or video, experiencing a convenient, time-saving, and cost-effective service.

Expertise Meets AI: A New Era of Intelligent Healthcare

“Human energy is finite, but the collaboratively built intelligent agent – the Renowned Doctor AI Medical Assistant – can provide convenient, free, and warm medical knowledge and consultation services. This is incredibly valuable,” said a participating physician. Driven by this vision, doctors and specialists are collaborating with Ping An Health to co-create and train AI avatars. Built upon a three-tiered data structure, these avatars combine vast knowledge graphs with the individual clinical practices of doctors, continuously improving service accuracy through simulated doctor-patient interactions. Currently, Ping An Health’s “Ping An Xin Yi” features AI avatars of leading specialists in proctology, hepatobiliary surgery, and obstetrics and gynecology, including Dr. Wang Ling, a 2024 “Golden Bian Que” Top 100 TCM Practitioner, and Dr. Wang Chengyou, a leading hepatobiliary surgeon in Shenzhen.

Taking Dr. Wang Ling’s AI avatar as an example, the “Dr. Wang Ling’s AI Assistant” is built upon a foundation of a large language model and digital human technology, with a three-layered data training structure. The first layer is a specialized knowledge base, drawing from Ping An Health’s five major medical databases, which encompass diseases, prescriptions, medical products, medical resources, and personal health, covering 37,000 diseases and 420,000 disease-related terms. This includes a wealth of literature, clinical guidelines, and accumulated professional knowledge. The second layer is the doctor’s personal knowledge base, sourced from Dr. Wang Ling’s own materials, including social media content, filmed materials, and published literature. The third layer involves personalized fine-tuning by Dr. Wang Ling, including manual annotation and review of online responses, as well as training with the doctor’s video content. Following comprehensive training, the “Dr. Wang Ling’s AI Assistant” can engage in real-time interactions with users. Furthermore, when needed, it can facilitate connections to Dr. Wang Ling for online or offline consultations and medical services.

“Currently, leveraging the large multi-modal medical AI model Ping An Medical Master and the doctor’s workbench Ping An Doctor’s Home, we have developed 12 series of business model groups, enabling AI to empower the entire business process and improve the efficiency of family doctor services by 30%,” stated the spokesperson. Looking ahead, as large language models enter a phase of advanced reasoning and general artificial intelligence becomes increasingly attainable, Ping An Health will continue to collaborate openly with experts across all medical fields to explore, develop, and enhance its technological capabilities. This ongoing commitment will comprehensively empower business scenarios and provide users with higher quality, professional, convenient, and empathetic healthcare services.

 

TECNO Set to Launch Its Groundbreaking AI Product Ecosystem with The Newest CAMON 40 Series

BARCELONA, Spain, Feb. 26, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Innovative AI-driven technology brand TECNO just unveiled more details about the upcoming launch of its latest flagship imaging and AI smartphone, the CAMON 40 Series, as well as its newest AI-driven product ecosystem products including the newest AI laptop MEGABOOK S14 and AI glasses series, at MWC Barcelona 2025.

These innovations will debut at the “TECNO AI Ecosystem Product Launch” event on March 4, reinforcing TECNO’s commitment to pioneering AI adoption and improving the intelligent connected experience for consumers in emerging markets.

The Newest AI-driven CAMON 40 Series: Redefining Mobile Photography with Powerful Snap Anytime

With a legacy of redefining smartphone photography, TECNO’s CAMON Series has consistently delivered superior imaging experiences and cutting-edge technology to users worldwide. As the flagship camera phone product line of TECNO, the CAMON 40 Series is expected to set a new benchmark with advanced features, offering unprecedented snap photography while introducing incredible AI-enhanced experiences. Designed for effortless interactions, the CAMON 40 Series will enable users to capture fleeting moments instantly while enjoying a highly efficient device that can meet users’ unique needs.

CAMON 40 Series
CAMON 40 Series

The CAMON 40 Series will bring a significant leap forward in mobile photography, combining cutting-edge hardware with TECNO’s advanced AI imaging technology. It will introduce a groundbreaking advancement that revolutionizes the snap photography experience with zero-delay performance and a one-tap button. This innovation will enable users to capture dynamic moments with unprecedented speed and creative freedom. Powered by TECNO AI and the latest MediaTek Ultimate processors, the series will deliver smoother multi-skin tone imaging processing and AI Imaging Creation.

One-Tap Button
One-Tap Button

TECNO AI is set to be another major highlight of the new series. From image generation to content creation, to intelligent search, and smart calling, the TECNO CAMON 40 Series powered by TECNO AI will bring practical AI features to consumers’ daily lives. More details will be disclosed at the launch event.

Newest AI Flagship Laptop S14 and TECNO AI Glasses Series: Seamless Connectivity and Productivity Powered by TECNO AI

Guided by the philosophy of “TECNO AI, So Easy,” TECNO is committed to unlocking the infinite potential of practical AI across its entire product ecosystem, making cutting-edge innovation more accessible and delivering exceptional experiences tailored to users in emerging markets. Building on this vision, TECNO will introduce a significant upgrade of its AIoT ecosystem with the AI flagship MEGABOOK S14 laptop and its debut AI glasses series, enabling smarter, more intuitive interactions across devices.

MEGABOOK S14 & AI Glasses Series
MEGABOOK S14 & AI Glasses Series

The new AI-powered MEGABOOK S14—the world’s lightest 14-inch OLED laptop—redefines portable productivity with AI-enhanced tools, revolutionizing on-the-go work and creativity. Meanwhile, TECNO’s first AI glasses series, including the TECNO AI Glasses Pro and TECNO AI Glasses, merges powerful AI functions with advanced imaging capabilities and a sleek design. These interconnected devices form a unified, intelligent ecosystem, enriching everyday experiences through seamless AI integration. With this comprehensive and user-centric approach, TECNO is shaping the future of AI-driven innovation across all aspects of life.

TECNO warmly invites all MWC Barcelona 2025 attendees to visit its booth at 6B11, Hall 6, Fira Gran Via, and experience the revolutionary imaging technologies and AI-powered smart lifestyle offered by the CAMON 40 Series, AI PC MEGABOOK S14, and TECNO’s first AI glasses series.

Join TECNO to explore its innovative capabilities firsthand – Please click here to register for the TECNO Al Ecosystem Product Launch event.

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About TECNO

TECNO is an innovative, Al-driven technology brand with a presence in over 70 markets across five continents. Committed to transforming the digital experience in global emerging markets, TECNO relentlessly pursues the perfect integration of contemporary aesthetic design with the latest technologies and artificial intelligence. Today, TECNO offers a comprehensive ecosystem of Al-powered products, including smartphones, smart wearables, laptops, tablets, smart gaming devices, the HiOS operating system, and smart home products. Guided by its brand essence of “Stop At Nothing,” TECNO continues to pioneer the adoption of cutting-edge technologies and Al-driven experiences for forward-looking individuals, inspiring them to never stop pursuing their best selves and brightest futures. For more information, please visit TECNO’s official site: www.tecno-mobile.com

US SMEs prioritise trendy and high-quality products as direct sourcing takes centre stage, reveals new Alibaba.com research

As 44% of US SMEs plan to find new suppliers, driving cost efficiency and enhancing product quality amongst top priorities for year ahead

NEW YORK, Feb. 26, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) across the USA are set to make major changes to their product sourcing strategies this year, according to new data from Alibaba.com, a leading platform for global business-to-business (B2B) e-commerce.

March Expo 2025
March Expo 2025

Just over a third of US SMEs say that sourcing products at more cost-effective prices (36%) is a top priority in 2025. This is followed by finding trusted suppliers (35%), sourcing new and trendy products to acquire new customers (33%), and finding sustainable products (27%).

In addition, nearly half of SMEs in the country (44%) plan to change suppliers*, as they increasingly turn to digital sourcing channels, such as online B2B marketplaces, to find new suppliers, source new products and unlock growth. Just under two thirds (59%) of US SMEs surveyed said digital sourcing is more important now compared to this time last year. This indicates an increased preference for direct sourcing – buying goods directly from suppliers, rather than intermediaries.

The study of 1,000 sourcing decision makers at SMEs in the USA was launched in the run-up to March Expo 2025, Alibaba.com’s major B2B sourcing event of the year. March Expo connects buyers and sellers from around the world, helping them discover the latest product opportunities and build new supplier partnerships. During the month, B2B buyers can also shop from thousands of sustainable products and benefit from over two million deals with product certificates. 

Kuo Zhang, President, Alibaba.com, said: “US SMEs are becoming more strategic in their sourcing, focusing on affordability, trend responsiveness, and supplier reliability to stay competitive. Our research shows that SMEs are looking beyond cost savings and actively seeking new suppliers to future-proof their businesses. As businesses embrace digital sourcing, they are gaining greater flexibility and access to a wider range of products to support their growth.”

To support SMEs in adapting to these changing market dynamics, March Expo 2025 will provide access to more than one million new products at competitive prices and offer coupons valued between $5 and $500 available at check-out. First time orders receive up to $20 off on shipping fees with orders shipped via Alibaba.com.

March Expo starts on March 1 on Alibaba.com.

Notes to Editors

The research was conducted by Censuswide, among a sample of 1,000 decision makers (aged 18+) in US SMEs who are responsible for sourcing in companies with under 150 employees (excluding sole traders).

The data was collected between January 31, 2025 and February 6, 2025. Censuswide abides by and employs members of the Market Research Society and follows the MRS code of conduct which is based on the ESOMAR principles.

* ‘Strongly agree’ and ‘Somewhat agree’ responses combined
† Sourcing products through online B2B marketplaces
‡ ‘Much more important’ and ‘More important’ responses combined

About Alibaba.com

Launched in 1999, Alibaba.com is a leading platform for global business-to-business (B2B) e-commerce that serves buyers and suppliers from over 200 countries and regions around the world. It is engaged in services covering various aspects of commerce, including providing businesses with tools that help them reach a global audience for their products and helping buyers discover products, find suppliers and place orders online fast and efficiently. Alibaba.com is part of Alibaba International Digital Commerce Group.

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