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Where Rugged Adventure Meets Urban Sophistication: Meet the New Era of Lite Off-Road SUV – JETOUR T1

WUHU, China, March 31, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — As global camping culture goes mainstream, a new breed of vehicles is emerging – ones that conquer weekend trails without compromising weekday commutes. Enter the JETOUR T1: a gateway between urban exploration and off-road adventures.

JETOUR Seizes Market Opportunities

According to the Global Camping Report by The Global Business Research Company, this market is expected to grow by over 45% by 2026. As a pioneer in this field, the JETOUR T1 quickly turned heads with its unique boxy design.

Rugged Design: Urban Style Sensation

The T1, with its rugged aesthetic design inheriting iconic elements from the JETOUR off-road series, balances rugged body lines with traditional SUV elegance.

It offers six exterior color options and three interior design choices for personalized customization. The four-leaf clover-shaped headlights and petal-style wheel hubs enhance its visual impact and highlight its refinement. The JETOUR T1’s distinctive design blends harmoniously with both urban and off-road environments, whether driving busy city streets or exploring off-road landscapes.


Tech Cabin: Interior Comfort Upgrade

The JETOUR T1 excels in interior design with a rugged dashboard that complements its robust exterior. Its 15.6-inch central touchscreen, powered by the 8155 chip, enhances the high-tech ambiance and ensures smooth operation. The use of double-layer soundproof glass and 79 advanced noise-dampening materials makes the cabin quiet and comfortable.

In terms of dimensions, the T1’s length of 4.7 meters and wheelbase of 2.8 meters provide the most spacious cabin in its class, ensuring a comfortable driving experience and making every journey enjoyable.

Urban Off-Road Trendsetter

As consumer demand for lite off-road vehicles continues to rise, the JETOUR T1 is poised to become a game-changer in the global SUV market. With its unique blend of practicality, bold design, and user-oriented features, the T1 redefines what it means to be an urban lite off-road vehicle.

 

Myanmar Military Continues Airstrikes Amidst Earthquake Destruction

Myanmar MIlitary Continues Airstrikes Amidst Earthquake Destruction
Myanmar continues its airstrike despite earthquake (photo credit: Yadanar Phyu Phyu Aung)

Myanmar’s military government has carried out airstrikes on villages despite a deadly earthquake that has claimed the lives of approximately 1,700 people. The ongoing strikes have sparked widespread concerns, with both domestic and international critics voicing their outrage on social media platforms like X and Facebook.

Soul App’s Study Exposes the AI Social Paradox: Over 80% of Gen Z Build Real-World Ties with the Help of AI

SHANGHAI, March 31, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — The year 2025 marked a watershed moment as DeepSeek’s meteoric rise transformed artificial intelligence into a ubiquitous societal force. Under the “DeepSeek Integration” trend, AI-powered applications achieved unprecedented mainstream adoption, embedding advanced technology into daily life while generating tangible economic and social value.

Amid this paradigm shift, pressing questions dominate public discourse: How prevalent is “AI anxiety” among ordinary people? How are younger generations redefining social connectivity through AI-driven networks to secure instant emotional support? And in what ways are individuals leveraging these tools to enhance productivity, launch side ventures, and unlock economic opportunities?

Building on its 2024 Gen Z AIGC Attitudes Report (3,457 respondents), Soul App’s Just So Soul Research Institute released the 2025 Gen Z AI Engagement Report, synthesizing insights from 3,680 valid survey responses.


The findings paint a nuanced portrait: approximately 40% of young respondents acknowledge experiencing AI-related anxiety, while over 90% now routinely employ AI for work or academic tasks. Significantly, one-fifth of participants report monetizing AI capabilities, and over 70% express openness to forming friendships with AI personas, with Gen Z averaging 1.8 virtual companions. Defying concerns about digital isolation, over 80% credit AI with facilitating real-world relationship building.

Living with Algorithms: Gen Z and Post-05s Redefine Tech Engagement 

British sci-fi author Douglas Adams’ “Three Laws of Technology”—which posits that innovations emerging during one’s formative years (15-35) are perceived as revolutionary—finds vivid validation in Gen Z. The cohort’s AI literacy has surged exponentially, with 23.8% now claiming advanced understanding (including professionals, researchers, and power users), a sevenfold increase from 3.53% in 2024.

Young users prioritize four core applications: productivity enhancement (55.6%), creative ideation (39%), entertainment, such as emotional companionship, via virtual interactions (38.9%), and social facilitation through AI-generated response recommendations (32.8%).

Nearly all respondents (95%) integrate AI into work or study routines, with 55.4% classified as frequent users. A clear age gradient emerges, showing younger cohorts adopting AI more intensively.

Efficiency gains have been proved substantial: nearly 80% report over 50% productivity improvements, including 30.8% claiming near-total efficiency doubling, while a mere 3.6% perceive negligible benefits.

 AI Social Paradox: Gen Z Builds Real-World Ties with the Help of AI

The once-futuristic premise of human-AI emotional bonds—poignantly depicted in the 2013 film Her—now permeates reality. The survey reveals that nearly 40% of young people use AI products daily for emotional companionship.

Specifically, 22.1% use them multiple times a day, while 20.8% use them once a day. Only 5.5% show no interest in such products. Contrary to the stereotype that women rely more on AI for emotional support, the data shows that men are more frequent users, with 45.6% of men compared to 37.2% of women.

This trend is driven by two factors. First, the decline of traditional social connections due to social atomization has led young people to turn to AI as a low-threshold solution for building social networks. Second, advancements in AI’s reasoning, perception, and interaction capabilities have enabled more natural and human-like emotional interactions, providing real emotional feedback and support.

The survey found that 71.1% of young people are willing to befriend AI, compared to 32.8% in the 2024 Gen Z AIGC Attitudes Report. Over 60% of respondents have interacted with virtual companions, with an average of 1.8 AI friends per person. Among them, 26% believe AI fully meets their emotional needs, 45.7% feel it meets their needs to some extent, and only 5.9% think it does not meet their needs at all.

Notably, as public acceptance of human-machine interaction has increased, discussions about AI-induced virtual relationship addiction have become more frequent.

However, young people view AI social interactions as a powerful tool for enhancing real-life relationships. Over 80% of respondents have established real relationships with the help of AI, primarily through AI-generated responses that facilitate conversations (43.6%), AI-provided topic suggestions and emotional support (39.9%), and AI matching people with mutual interests (37.7%).

Anxiety and Adaptation: Nearly 40% Experience “AI Anxiety,” with 20% Earning from AI

The survey indicates that nearly 40% of young people experience anxiety related to AI. Specifically, 13.5% report frequent anxiety, while 23.2% experience occasional anxiety. In contrast, 36.8% are not very anxious, and 26.5% are not anxious at all. College students show the highest levels of AI anxiety, likely due to concerns about job market uncertainties.

The main sources of anxiety include the proliferation of false information (37.1%), threats to privacy and data security (37%), the rapid pace of AI development (33%), and job displacement fears (28.6%).

Those less anxious view AI as a useful tool for improving efficiency (46.8%), recognize its limitations in creativity and emotion (36.7%), see it as a source of new opportunities (32.9%), and are actively learning AI to stay competitive (29.6%).

The survey also shows that 59.2% believe AI will create new professions, and 22.4% think AI is helpful for launching side ventures. Notably, 19.9% have already earned money through AI, up from 14.18% in 2024.

Young people are actively learning AI to mitigate anxiety and seize new opportunities. As more benefit from AI, both financially and emotionally, its sustainable development is ensured.

France Funds 11 Lao Civil Society Projects for Gender Equality

Agreement signing ceremony (Photo: Supplied)

As part of France’s commitment to gender equality worldwide, Siv-Leng Chhuor, Ambassador of France to Laos, signed the grant agreements on 27 March with the eleven Lao organizations benefiting from the French small grants program Equipe France Fund – Civil Society Organizations (FEF-OSC) for 2025, formerly known as PISCCA. 

BingX Brings Perpetual Trading to TradingView for Smarter, Sharper Strategies

PANAMA CITY, March 31, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — BingX, a global leading cryptocurrency exchange, is excited to announce the launch of perpetual trading on TradingView, equipping users with an advanced trading interface that combines BingX’s professional trading infrastructure with TradingView’s industry-leading charting and analysis tools. This feature shall be available starting March 28, 2025.

BingX Brings Perpetual Trading to TradingView for Smarter, Sharper Strategies
BingX Brings Perpetual Trading to TradingView for Smarter, Sharper Strategies

TradingView is a globally recognized financial charting platform trusted by millions for its advanced technical analysis tools and intuitive interface. BingX has been named Best Crypto Exchange by TradingView for three consecutive years, reflecting its reliability and commitment to top-tier trading services. This integration further strengthens their partnership, offering traders a seamless and professional futures trading experience.

By integrating BingX’s perpetual trading with TradingView, users gain direct access to professional-grade charting tools and in-depth market analysis. TradingView’s advanced indicators, customizable charts, and real-time data empower traders to make informed decisions with greater accuracy. This integration allows users to react swiftly to market movements and refine their strategies with confidence. Additionally, multi-tiered VIP discounts and a wide range of perpetual pairs cater to traders of all levels, from retail users to professional investors.

Vivien Lin, Chief Product Officer of BingX, stated: “This integration is not just about convenience — it is about giving traders institutional-grade tools to act on their insights instantly. Whether you are scalping Bitcoin volatility or hedging altcoin portfolios, this synergy between analysis and execution unlocks new strategic potential. BingX future updates will continue to expand cross-platform integrations, AI-driven risk management features, and educational resources to further democratize access to professional trading strategies.”

This launch is part of BingX’s ongoing efforts to enhance its futures trading ecosystem. Following its recognition as a Top 5 crypto derivatives platform, BingX continues to drive innovation with strategic upgrades and integrations. It marks the latest in a series of upgrades to BingX Futures, including zero-slippage execution, dual-price liquidation safeguards, and copy trading integrations.

About BingX 

Founded in 2018, BingX is a leading crypto exchange, serving over 20 million users worldwide. BingX offers diversified products and services, including spot, derivatives, copy trading, and asset management – all designed for the evolving needs of users, from beginners to professionals. BingX is committed to providing a trustworthy platform that empowers users with innovative tools and features to elevate their trading proficiency. In 2024, BingX proudly became the official crypto exchange partner of Chelsea Football Club, marking an exciting debut in the world of sports.

For more information please visit: https://bingx.com/

Starlizard Integrity Services identifies 159 suspicious football matches played globally in 2024

New report analyses over 74,000 games in national and international competitions, as well as friendly matches.

LONDON, March 31, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Sports integrity specialists Starlizard Integrity Services (SIS) have identified 159 football matches played around the world in 2024 as suspicious.

Starlizard Integrity Services identifies 159 suspicious football matches played globally in 2024
Starlizard Integrity Services identifies 159 suspicious football matches played globally in 2024

In a major study, monitoring and analysing 74,386 football matches played in 2024, SIS found that 159 – representing 0.21% of the analysed matches – showed indicators of potential manipulation. This is a drop from the 171 suspicious matches identified in 2023 (0.23% of that year’s analysed matches).

The SIS 2024 data revealed that:

  • 67 of the matches assessed as suspicious were played in the South American region and represent 0.61% of the total matches analysed in the region. This is the highest regional percentage of suspicious matches and above the global average percentage of 0.21%. Note that 11.3% more matches were monitored and analysed in the South American region in 2024 compared to 2023.
  • 139 suspicious matches identified in 2024 were played in domestic league and cup competitions (87.4%), with 92 matches (57.9%) in domestic leagues below the top league. It should also be noted that 87% of the total matches monitored and analysed in 2024 took place in domestic league and cup competitions.
  • Club friendly matches continue to present concerns, with 14 such matches assessed as suspicious in 2024. This represents 0.51% of the club friendly matches analysed in 2024, whereas, in 2023, 0.78% of club friendly matches analysed were identified as suspicious. 0.42% of all friendly matches (including club, international, women’s and youth matches) played in 2024 were identified as suspicious, compared to 0.20% of all competitive matches.
  • Three youth matches were identified as suspicious in 2024, compared to ten in 2023. 
  • No suspicious women’s matches were identified in 2023, and only one such match was identified in 2024. This match had a HIGH Suspicion Rating.
  • The prominence of suspicious betting on First-Half Only markets continued in 2024. Of the 159 matches identified as suspicious during the year, 61 (38.4%) involved betting exclusively on First-Half Only markets.
  • A further 11 matches in 2024 also showed suspicious betting on First-Half Only Markets as well as the Full-Time Markets, meaning that, in total, 72 matches (45.3%) saw suspicious betting involving First-Half Only Markets.

Matches analysed by SIS are categorised as “suspicious” when they are found to have suspect betting patterns associated with them that may be indicative of match-fixing. While the level of suspicion will vary across matches depending on the nature and amount of evidence discovered, SIS believes that all matches so identified would warrant further investigation. Furthermore, note that annual figures are likely to change after the publication of a report, as a result of SIS analysing matches retrospectively – for example, in response to new intelligence or in support of subsequent investigations.

The full report can be downloaded at: www.starlizardintegrity.com.

Affy Sheikh, Head of Starlizard Integrity Services, commented: “We are encouraged by the findings of the 2024 report, which show a slight decrease in the number and proportion of suspicious football matches compared to the previous year. Any fall in the level of suspicious matches is to be welcomed as it may indicate that efforts to enhance the integrity of football are making a positive impact.

That being said, the data also highlights ongoing concerns, particularly an apparent shift towards the South American region.

This, together with the continued high prevalence of suspicious betting on First-Half Only markets and the persistence of suspicious activity in friendly matches, underscore the ongoing need for vigilance and robust measures to combat match manipulation. Starlizard Integrity Services remain committed to working with our partners across the globe to ensure the integrity of football at all levels, particularly through our Komodo anti-match-fixing platform, which is available for free to sports governing bodies and law enforcement agencies”.

About Starlizard Integrity Services

Starlizard Integrity Services (SIS) is the specialist integrity division of Starlizard, the London-based sports betting consultancy. Starlizard’s detailed understanding of sport and sporting performance, as well as its active involvement in betting markets, affords a unique perspective, enabling the company to know better than anyone else in the world when betting markets and sporting contests look wrong. Starlizard has been providing independent integrity services for sports governing bodies and associations since 2010, and established SIS in 2017 as a dedicated resource to focus entirely on this work. Combining its deep insight into how betting markets should behave with detailed on-pitch performance data analysis and research, SIS is ideally placed to identify suspicious matches and betting patterns. In 2023, SIS launched its award-winning Komodo online anti-match-fixing platform, which is free to use for sports governing bodies and law enforcement agencies, providing them with alerts and suspicious match reports designed for evidential use. For more information, visit www.starlizardintegrity.com.

 

Regional Trade, Premium FIT & Business Opportunities Aplenty in ITE Hong Kong

HONG KONG, March 31, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Asia’s leading international travel fair and named MEGA EVENT by government, ITE Hong Kong 2025 comprises 39th ITE (Leisure) and 20th ITE MICE, will be held from June 12 to 15 in HKCEC with two days each for trade and public.

Pre-pandemic ranked Asia’s 3rd or 4th largest market, HK outbound fully recovered.

2023 Outbound Spending

2023 Total Departures

2024 Total Departures

US$22.7 billion

72.2 million

104.7 million

111% of 2019

Quality recovery, HK outbound in 2023 recovered more by spending (84%) than departure (77%)! But package tour recovery behind market: (a1)below 50% by March 2024; (a2) 2024-Xmas-cum-New-Year season business similar to 2023; and (a3)of 2.1 million HK arrivals in 2023 to Japan 7% by group tour. Thus, FIT including private group main contributor to recovery!

Oriental Daily (a1) 20-3-2024(a2) 12-12-2024; (a3) Japan Tourism Agency’s 2023 International Visitor Survey

Used 5 halls same as in 2019; ITE2024 had 87% of its 515 exhibitors and 46% of 7023 trade visitors from outside Hong Kong; 90% of 63027 public visitors prefer FIT; among 68 exhibiting countries and regions, 36% from non-Asia!

The Greater Bay Area (Bay), which include China’s top cities like Hong Kong, Shenzhen and Guangzhou etc., contributed 74% of ITE’s trade visitors while another 10% from other parts of China. With a combined GDP of US$ 1.97 trillion in 2023, the Bay would have ranked around world’s 11th largest economy! Thus, ITE covers major source markets.

ITE’s B2B program includes Buyer-Meet-Seller though the main format free-flow; speaking opportunity in seminars on selected topic (some with translation service), assisting exhibitor to hold own trade seminar, and free publicity pre-show and onsite. 

Survey found public visitors travel frequently(b1), mature with 85% between 25 and 59; educated (51% university and 23% post-secondary); and 60% spending more on outbound in 2024. With hundreds of exhibitors from abroad, ITE provides these travel enthusiasts great shopping of outbound holidays.

(b1) Travel Frequency

2024 Number of Outbound Holidays

Jan–Jun

Jul-Dec

3 or more

44.1 %

39.5 %

1 – 2

50.2 %

58.2 %

Exhibitors welcome retailing to public visitors but shall check related laws! For example, non-HK resident exhibitors entering by tourist visa cannot conduct retailing activities in HK exhibitions. However, exhibitors can invite visitors use mobile to scan special offer QR-code, book and pay entirely online involving no cash which not against the law.

ITE’s seminars are popular! Last year had 77 sessions drew nearly 7000 audiences and exhibitors welcome applying for free seminar session. TV host, Jarvis Chow, whose seminar on Japan drew 500+ audiences in ITE2024, will speak again in ITE2025. Plenty of fun in ITE which always filled with special designed stands, cultural performances, chance to try national costume from different destinations, mascot show, games, travel map and souvenirs etc.

Organized by TKS Exhibition Services Ltd., ITE strongly supported by Ministry of Culture and Tourism, P.R.China with Hong Kong Tourism Board etc. as Supporters. Contact: travel@tkshk.com | WhatsApp: +852 69361271 | www.itehk.com

 

Alibaba.com Records Double-Digit Order Growth in the USA During March Expo

March Expo, Alibaba.com’s flagship sourcing event, saw US SME buyers leverage AI and digital sourcing to build new supplier partnerships and unlock growth opportunities 

NEW YORK, March 31, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Alibaba.com, a leading platform for global business-to-business (B2B) e-commerce, has recorded a 27% year-on-year increase* in the number of orders placed by US SME buyers during this year’s March Expo.

March Expo is Alibaba.com’s flagship sourcing event. It connects millions of buyers with millions of suppliers from around the world, helping them discover the latest product opportunities and build new supplier partnerships while providing attractive promotional offers. A month-long virtual event, March Expo leverages technology, artificial intelligence (AI) and digital sourcing to make it easier for US SMEs to access growth opportunities via global trade.

Alibaba.com’s US order growth was driven by growth across several key product categories across the country, particularly sports products, which saw an increase of nearly one third (30%) year-on-year. Notably, according to Alibaba.com data, orders for pickleball-related products increased by 197%, as demand for sporting goods in the US continues its growth trajectory and there is rising interest in new and emerging sports.

In addition, the strong order growth was driven by US SMEs switching to digital sourcing — buying goods directly from suppliers, rather than intermediaries. New data from Alibaba.com revealed that nearly half of SMEs (44%) plan to change suppliers this year — notably via digital sourcing channels such as online B2B marketplaces. Meanwhile, just under two thirds (59%) of US SMEs surveyed said digital sourcing is more important now compared to this time last year, demonstrating an increased preference for direct sourcing.

Kuo Zhang, President, Alibaba.com, said: “During this year’s March Expo, there has been a noticeable shift in favor of digital sourcing, with order volumes amongst US SMEs rising sharply year-on-year. This trend aligns with our recent research, which revealed that US SMEs increasingly recognize the benefits of online sourcing, from affordability to trend responsiveness and supplier reliability. In addition, the rise in sports-related product purchases indicates that SME buyers are increasingly tapping into consumer trends and sourcing ready-made products. As businesses embrace digital sourcing, they gain greater flexibility and access to a wider range of products to support their growth.”

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Notes to Editors

*The data was collected from March 1 to 7, 2025 and compared with the same period in 2024.

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. ‘Digital sourcing’ refers to sourcing products through online B2B marketplaces. ‘More important’ refers to ‘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.