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e& Collaborates with IBM to Launch Pioneering End-to-End AI Governance Platform

DUBAI, UAE, Jan. 22, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — e&, a global technology group, has collaborated with IBM (NYSE: IBM) to deploy a pioneering, end-to-end, multi-model Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Generative AI governance solution. Announced today at the World Economic Forum 2025 in Davos, this collaboration intends to enhance e&’s AI governance framework to promote compliance, oversight, and ethical practices across its growing AI ecosystem, reinforcing e&’s commitment to establishing robust governance, risk management, and regulatory oversight across its AI usage.

IBM & e& executives at World Economic Forum
IBM & e& executives at World Economic Forum

The solution will leverage IBM’s watsonx.governance enterprise AI and data governance platform, combined with IBM Consulting’s expertise in AI implementation, build on e&’s commitment to scale AI responsibly and track ROI while addressing compliance requirements, transparency, and ethical oversight of AI models.

This collaboration will bring IBM’s globally recognized toolkit for AI governance to bear on key challenges like maintaining consistent oversight of e&’s AI systems, navigating risks such as non-compliance, ethical concerns, and the monitoring of AI performance at scale. As it continues to expand its ambitious AI strategy and capabilities, e& is proactively enhancing its AI ecosystem by establishing a robust framework for accountability, mitigating potential biases, and safeguarding data. Leveraging IBM’s technology and consulting expertise, e& is taking a significant step forward in building scalable and transparent AI operations.

The new AI governance solution introduces advanced features like automated risk management, compliance monitoring, and real-time performance analysis. This will enable e& to mitigate risks, detect biases, and address regulatory standards throughout the entire AI model lifecycle—from development to decommissioning.

“As AI continues to transform industries, responsible governance is paramount. At e&, we are committed to leading by example and setting the global benchmark when it comes to establishing robust AI governance practices,” said Dena Almansoori, Group Chief AI and Data Officer at e&. “By adopting IBM watsonx.governance, we’re taking a decisive step forward in our AI journey. This collaboration ensures transparency, explainability and efficiency across our AI operations, raising the bar for AI governance in the industry.”

The governance solution is set to empower e& to monitor current AI use cases in real-time, proactively manage any potential AI risks in production, and deliver measurable value to stakeholders.

By establishing a centralized inventory of AI models, the solution supports full traceability and oversight. IBM watsonx.governance facilitates dynamic monitoring, offering real-time insights into model performance, risk scoring, and compliance metrics. This helps enable e& to detect issues like bias and drift early, allowing for corrective action and ethical AI practices.

IBM Consulting will be working closely with e& to design and implement a comprehensive AI governance framework tailored to e&’s unique requirements. This includes defining workflows and key performance indicators and onboarding existing AI models onto the platform to deliver real-time insights into AI’s value, impact, and potential risks.

The deployment will also utilize IBM Consulting Advantage, an AI-powered delivery platform, to accelerate the development of the AI governance framework through persona and journey mapping, market research, architecture patterns for AI integration, and knowledge transfer materials.

“IBM watsonx empowers organizations like e& to navigate the complexities of AI governance. By integrating automation, real-time monitoring, and centralized oversight, we are addressing key governance challenges and reducing risks associated with AI,” said Shukri Eid, General Manager, Gulf, Levant & Pakistan at IBM. “Strengthening our long-standing partnership with e&, this milestone serves as a catalyst for responsible AI innovation.”

This collaboration builds on the successful relationship between IBM and e&, including the  recently joint report titled MENA’s AI advantage: Opportunity to leap ahead and lead (Middle East and North Africa perspective) featuring perspectives from top Middle East businesses and data from IBM’s existing CEO study. The report identified five critical themes that uncover regional nuances for CEOs to keep in mind as they navigate and prepare their organizations to seize the AI opportunity, including the importance of advocacy for trustworthy AI.

This collaboration marks a significant step in e&’s AI governance journey, setting a new standard for responsible and scalable AI operations for the group and industry at large.

About e&
e& is a global technology group committed to advancing the digital future across markets in the Middle East, Asia, Africa and Europe. With the group’s financial performance in 2023 showing a consolidated net revenue of AED 53.8 billion and a net profit of AED 10.3 billion, e& continues to maintain its position as a financial powerhouse, reflected by its strong credit rating and solid balance sheet.

Founded in Abu Dhabi over 48 years ago, e& has evolved from a telecom pioneer into a technology group. Its footprint now spans 38 countries, offering a comprehensive portfolio of innovative digital services ranging from advanced connectivity, entertainment, streaming and financial services to AI-powered solutions, cloud computing, ICT, cybersecurity and IoT platforms.

The Group is structured around five core business pillars: e& UAE, e& international, e& life, e& enterprise and e& capital, each catering to distinct customer and market needs. These pillars empower e& to lead in various sectors, from telecom and digital lifestyle to enterprise services and venture investments. The ongoing strategic investments in AI, IoT, 5G and cloud services reinforce its leadership in the global technology landscape, driving the future of smart connectivity and innovation.

Driven by innovation, sustainability and a commitment to digital empowerment, e& is set on creating a smarter, more connected future for individuals, businesses and communities.

To learn more about e&, visit eand.com.

About IBM
IBM is a leading provider of global hybrid cloud and AI, and consulting expertise. We help clients in more than 175 countries capitalize on insights from their data, streamline business processes, reduce costs and gain the competitive edge in their industries. More than 4,000 government and corporate entities in critical infrastructure areas such as financial services, telecommunications and healthcare rely on IBM’s hybrid cloud platform and Red Hat OpenShift to affect their digital transformations quickly, efficiently and securely. IBM’s breakthrough innovations in AI, quantum computing, industry-specific cloud solutions and consulting deliver open and flexible options to our clients. All of this is backed by IBM’s long-standing commitment to trust, transparency, responsibility, inclusivity and service.

Visit www.ibm.com for more information.

Contact:

Shahd Rami Ahmad Barghouti
IBM
shahd.barghouti@ibm.com 

Algorand rolls out crypto’s most inclusive staking rewards program

Avoids punitive slashing and token lockups, maintains web3’s lowest costs for node runners with real-time reward payments

SINGAPORE, Jan. 24, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Staking rewards have arrived on the Algorand blockchain. The Algorand Foundation announced today that, after this week’s consensus mechanism upgrade, ‘block rewards’ are now being paid, in real-time, to validators successfully proposing blocks to the Layer-1 blockchain. The rewards begin at 10 ALGO per block and will decay by 1% every millionth block. Validators also receive 50% of the transaction fees of the blocks they successfully propose. More information about this upgrade and “Algorand 4.0” can be found here.

Algorand’s staking program is unique in the industry. Rewards are paid out in real-time and, unlike the staking setups on Solana, Ethereum, and other chains, participants are not threatened by slashing nor subject to restrictive token lockups. Node runners continue to have full access to their funds at all times. Also, compared to other popular currencies like ETH and SOL, Algorand’s staking rewards are not inflationary and don’t impact the total supply of ALGO.

“While staking on Algorand is highly inclusive, it’s highly secure as well,” said John Woods, CTO of the Algorand Foundation. “Algorand uses advanced cryptography that makes it unnecessary to put user funds at risk of penalty or loss – their ALGO does not need to be delegated to other parties or locked up to be used to secure the network.”

“Any time we interact with a blockchain – whether through a dApp or an enterprise platform – that action is made possible because of the network running it,” said Staci Warden, CEO of the Algorand Foundation. “The nodes on the Algorand blockchain secure corporate supply chains, online credentials, and digital identities. They make it possible to send aid payments around the world, and to tokenize and exchange real-world assets, all in a decentralized system. The Algorand blockchain does not fail. The Algorand blockchain will never fork. And, now, Algorand will also offer inclusive, robust, and future-proofed staking.”

There are multiple ways people can participate in securing the network and earn staking rewards. For DeFi users, liquid staking is available from Folks Finance, Tinyman, Messina, and CompX; there is a consensus staking pool on Pact, with other staking pools available on Réti; and delegated staking is available from Valar. ALGO staking will be available on other centralized exchanges later this year. Users can also run their own Algorand node

The rollout of staking rewards marks the end of a banner year for the sustainable Algorand blockchain, including:

About Algorand Foundation 
Algorand’s mission is to power a world where information has integrity and innovative ideas can scale. The Algorand Foundation supports Algorand’s rapidly growing ecosystem by providing a best-in-class developer environment, supporting key infrastructure and setting technical standards, offering comprehensive support to builders and entrepreneurs, and providing the framework for decentralized governance.

Launched in 2019, the Algorand (ALGO) blockchain has grown into a vibrant ecosystem of developers, entrepreneurs, and enterprise partners that benefit from institutional-grade certainty and resilience. Its low fees, instant finality, and minimal carbon footprint appeal to the protocol’s millions of retail users, and developers of all kinds appreciate the ability to use common programming languages like Python. Builders on Algorand are creating protocols and companies that solve important problems at a global scale: instant payments in war and disaster zones, self-sovereign identity for the disenfranchised, supply-chain traceability for global commerce, permissionless protocols addressing financial inclusion, and the creation of entirely new markets through tokenization, to name a few. To learn more and start your journey on Algorand, visit algorand.co 

About Algorand (ALGO)
Algorand (ALGO, ALGO-USD) is a cryptocurrency launched in 2019 as part of the Algorand blockchain. The Algorand blockchain is an energy-efficient, quantum-secure, single-layer blockchain with instant finality, consistently high throughput, and low fees. Algorand (ALGO) is currently trading on more than 400 active markets under the tickers ALGO, ALGO-USD, ALGO/USD, ALGO-EUR, and ALGO/EUR, among other currency pairs. It has a limited, deflationary supply of 10,000,000,000 ALGO which will be in full circulation by 2030. More information can be found at algorand.co.

 

ViewSonic Unveils Future-Focused Visual Solutions for Public, Corporate, and Educational Spaces at ISE 2025

User-Centric, Flexible, and Sustainable Designs Simplifying AV Technology Adoption

BREA, Calif., Jan. 24, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — ViewSonic Corp., a leading global provider of visual solutions, will showcase its latest innovations under the theme “Solutions That Shape the Future” at Integrated Systems Europe (ISE) 2025, taking place from February 4th to 7th in Spain. The company will introduce a diverse range of advanced display solutions, ranging from 75-inch to 263-inch displays, along with integrated software designed to enhance efficiency and productivity in public spaces, corporate workspaces, and collaborative learning spaces.

ViewSonic demonstrate comprehensive, adaptable solutions in public spaces, meeting rooms, and learning environments
ViewSonic demonstrate comprehensive, adaptable solutions in public spaces, meeting rooms, and learning environments

“In an era of rapidly evolving technology, users across different scenarios prioritize quick and easy adoption of solutions,” said Bonny Cheng, COO of ViewSonic. “At ViewSonic, we envision a future where seamless communication and collaboration break down barriers. By offering integrated, one-stop solutions, we minimize the learning curve and bridge the gaps between tools, optimizing users’ performance and experience in work, learning, and life—all while ensuring sustainability.”

Simplifying Large-Scale Visual Deployments in Public Spaces 
ViewSonic’s solutions for large venues focus on delivering high-quality presentation, effortless installation, and seamless operation. Among the ISE highlights is the world’s first rack-mount All-in-One control box, which integrates power and control modules into a compact 4U design. This innovation complements the Customizable All-in-One LED Series, which supports irregular shapes and custom sizes, breaking configuration limits while seamlessly integrating into existing ProAV structures for impactful branding presentation.

Upgrading its versatile lineup, ViewSonic will unveil its latest third-generation foldable All-in-One LED display. This 138-inch display features a sleek, frameless design and a built-in wheeled stand, enabling effortless relocation and installation-free setup—making it ideal for multi-purpose applications. Complementing this innovation, ViewSonic will also exhibit other large-format displays, including an ultra-wide 105-inch display, showcased in portrait orientation with side-by-side visuals. Designed for 24/7 operation, it is suitable for advertising and other high-demand environments. For creative installations in spaces such as lobbies, museums, or auditoriums, high-brightness lamp-free projectors offer reliable and adaptable performance. 

Optimizing Collaboration in Corporate and Education Settings
Effective communication, collaboration, and management are essential for organizational success. To meet the needs of corporate workplaces and educational institutions, ViewSonic will demo advanced meeting room solutions. featuring dual interactive display setups. These include a video conferencing solution that pairs a 75-inch ViewBoard interactive display with TeamJoin, a Microsoft Teams Rooms certified meeting system, enabling seamless videoconferencing with one-tap sign-in and one-click meeting access. Additionally, the collaboration solution combines TeamOne, an AI-powered software, with an ultra-wide 92-inch interactive display to enable intuitive teamwork and streamline meeting notes with AI-driven summarization.  

Enhancing these offerings, ViewSonic’s Manager is a centralized management software designed to simplify multi-device administration. With features such as efficient on/off scheduling and broadcast control, it helps IT administrators reduce repetitive tasks and streamline operations.

Leading in Sustainability with ESG Initiatives
Aligned with its 2050 net-zero commitment, ViewSonic incorporates eco-friendly designs and robust carbon management practices across every stage of the product lifecycle. Setting a new industry benchmark, ViewSonic achieved the world’s first EPEAT Gold certification in the signage display category and holds the highest number of EPEAT Silver certifications for interactive and commercial displays, reflecting its dedication to sustainable design, production, and energy efficiency.

At ISE, ViewSonic will showcase its sustainable solutions. An 86-inch ViewBoard interactive display from an upcoming series will take center stage, featuring advanced performance and energy-efficient design that has earned it EPEAT Silver certification, reducing power consumption by 20% compared to the previous generation. Beyond interactive displays, the Luminous Superior projector series utilizes laser and LED light sources, eliminating toxic mercury and delivering high brightness, energy efficiency, and a longer lifespan of up to 60,000 hours. These advancements reinforce the company’s commitment to sustainable innovation and environmentally responsible practices.

ViewSonic at ISE 2025
Location: Booth #2Q200, Hall 2, Fira Barcelona Gran Via, Barcelona, Spain
Dates and Times:

  • February 4th – February 6th, 2025: 10:00 am6:00 pm
  • February 7th, 2025: 10:00 am4:00 pm

To experience ViewSonic’s innovative visual solutions, click here to reserve a booth tour.

About ViewSonic
Founded in 1987 in California, ViewSonic is a leading global visual solutions provider with a presence in over 100 countries. The company leverages over 35 years of expertise in visual technology to deliver a comprehensive portfolio of hardware, software, content, and services. ViewSonic offers a wide range of products, with screen sizes spanning from 5 inches to a massive 760 inches. This includes interactive displays, large format displays, LED displays, pen displays, monitors, projectors, SaaS, AI services, interactive content, and more. This innovative ecosystem empowers education, workplaces, and individuals to foster creativity, collaboration, and seamless learning. ViewSonic focuses on designing products that deliver optimal performance and customer satisfaction while integrating sustainable production practices and upholding comprehensive environmental, social, and governance standards. The company’s goal is to enable customers to “See the Difference”. Learn more at www.viewsonic.com

UN Global Compact Champions Collaborative Solutions for the SDGs at Davos

DAVOS-KLOSTERS, Switzerland, Jan. 23, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — The United Nations Global Compact concluded a series of impactful sessions during the World Economic Forum Annual Meeting 2025 in Davos, advancing discussions on the critical role of business in addressing global challenges through the lens of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

Held at the SDG Tent, an inclusive and collaborative space for dialogue, the UN Global Compact convened leaders from business, government and civil society to explore solutions for sustainable growth, human capital development and safeguarding the planet.

Under the Davos theme of Collaboration for the Intelligent Age, the discussions highlighted opportunities to navigate geo-economic fragmentation, leverage exponential technological innovation and drive inclusive economic growth.

Highlights of Activities by the UN Global Compact at Davos include:

  • Investments in Technology and Innovation: An executive breakfast explored the transformative potential of AI and frontier technologies in promoting sustainability and inclusivity, with a focus on gender equality, sustainable finance and inclusive economic growth.
  • Leadership Dialogues Luncheon: A high-level gathering with UN Global Compact Board members and engaged CEOs charted a 2025 roadmap for policy advocacy, setting the stage for key global moments including COP30 and the World Social Summit.
  • Water Resilience Coalition CEO Circle: A closed-door session showcased the role of AI in achieving water resilience, advancing the goal of impacting 100 water-stressed basins by 2030.
  • From Silos to Synergy: This panel highlighted the transformative power of sustainable procurement to advance the SDGs. The session introduced a new collaboration with the Watch and Jewelry Initiative to simplify processes for buyers and suppliers and enable industry-wide adoption across various brands. The discussion also emphasized the role of procurement in empowering women- and youth-led enterprises, enhancing transparency through AI and reshaping industries for sustainability.

The discussions underscored the importance of innovative partnerships, financing mechanisms and frontier technologies in addressing global challenges, from climate change and resource resilience to economic inequality and the ethical use of AI.

Reflecting on the week’s activities, Sanda Ojiambo, CEO and Executive Director of the UN Global Compact, stated:
“In an era defined by unprecedented technological advancement and global complexity, the role of businesses in delivering on the Sustainable Development Goals has never been more vital. At Davos, we witnessed the power of collaboration to harness innovation, unlock investment and advance transformative solutions that benefit both people and the planet. Together, we can create a more sustainable, inclusive and resilient future.”

The sessions of the UN Global Compact aligned closely with the core themes of the Annual Meeting, including reimagining growth, safeguarding the planet and investing in people. These discussions emphasized the importance of collaboration across sectors to build stronger, more resilient economies and address shared challenges effectively.

About the UN Global Compact

The ambition of the UN Global Compact is to accelerate and scale the global collective impact of business by upholding the Ten Principles and delivering the SDGs through accountable companies and ecosystems that enable change. With more than 20,000 participating companies, 5 Regional Hubs, 63 Country Networks covering 80 countries and 13 Country Managers establishing Networks in 18 other countries, the UN Global Compact is the world’s largest corporate sustainability initiative — one Global Compact uniting business for a better world.

Leading Global Alcoholic Beverage Company Transforms HR Operations with 3CLogic’s Intelligent EX Solution and ServiceNow HRSD

3CLogic’s AI-powered contact center solution integrated with ServiceNow HRSD to streamline global HR operations and enhance employee engagement for leading beverage company.

ROCKVILLE, Md., Jan. 24, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — 3CLogic, the leading AI-powered contact center platform purpose-built for ServiceNow®, today announced that a major alcoholic beverage organization has selected its intelligent solution, integrated with ServiceNow HR Service Delivery (HRSD) to power its new global HR department. The American organization, renowned for its world-class distilleries and distribution of iconic brands to over 100 countries, generates over $1 billion in annual revenue.

In today’s fast-paced, globalized business environment, fragmented HR systems, siloed technologies, and rising employee expectations for AI-driven, personalized experiences create challenges and frustration. Many businesses also face increasingly overlapping CRM and contact center systems, driving operational complexity and costs while reducing service quality.

With mounting pressure to modernize and streamline HR operations, the beverage organization turned to 3CLogic and ServiceNow to create a comprehensive, centralized EX platform. The unified solution will provide AI-driven automation, omnichannel engagements, intelligent agent workspaces, and rich analytics, enabling HR teams to deliver faster and more personalized support.

“As businesses worldwide face pressure to modernize their HR systems, we’re excited to work with this global leader to create a unified EX platform,” said Matt Durkin, VP of Sales at 3CLogic. “By combining our intelligent contact center capabilities with ServiceNow, employees will receive fast, frictionless support, allowing them to focus on their work.”

The combined HR solution will streamline workflows and engagements to simplify operations, boost productivity, and enhance employee engagement. With voice and SMS integrated with ServiceNow agent workspace and comprehensive contact center reporting embedded in ServiceNow Performance Analytics, the organization gains improved call deflection, faster and more efficient employee engagement, proactive service optimizations, and reduced operational costs.

In response to the growing demand for its AI-powered EX/CX solution purpose-built for ServiceNow, 3CLogic will highlight its latest platform capabilities and updates at several key upcoming events, including ServiceNow Summits in Charlotte, Boston, London, Dublin, and Paris, as well as at Customer Contact Week (CCW) 2025 in Berlin. For more information, please contact info@3clogic.com.

About 3CLogic
3CLogic transforms customer and employee experiences with its patented and award-winning AI-powered cloud contact center solutions purpose-built to enhance today’s leading CRM and Customer Service Management platforms. Globally available and leveraged by the world’s leading brands, its offerings empower enterprise organizations with innovative capabilities, such as intelligent self-service, Generative AI, Conversational AI, agent automation & coaching, and AI-powered sentiment analytics — all designed to lower operational costs, maximize ROI, and deliver better, faster, and more personalized interactions for IT, employee, and customer service. For more information, please visit www.3clogic.com.

PayJoy Report Reveals How Mexico’s Working Mothers Leverage Mobile Finance

92% of working mothers credit smartphones as employment enablers

SAN FRANCISCO, Jan. 23, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — PayJoy, the top financial service provider to the underserved in emerging markets, today released its latest report “Unlocking Economic Mobility: Smartphone Finance and the Rise of Mexico’s Working Mother Micro-Entrepreneurs.” Drawing insights from over 1,100 working mothers in Mexico who have received a PayJoy smartphone loan, the report looks at how access to smartphones impacts their work, family life, and financial stability. Ninety-two percent of working mothers in Mexico reported that smartphone financing has unlocked their ability to maintain their current employment.

According to PayJoy data, smartphones are crucial for working mothers in Mexico, with 95% of mothers working outside the home crediting smartphone ownership as enabling their employment, and 94% of working mothers reporting that smartphones help them work at home and manage remote work effectively.

In Mexico, working mothers navigate a challenging economic landscape marked by a 32% gender gap in labor participation while simultaneously managing 40 hours per week of unpaid caregiving and household duties (twice the time men spend on similar responsibilities). Smartphone financing emerges as a critical enabler for these women, offering flexible economic opportunities that allow them to balance domestic responsibilities with income generation through accessible mobile financial tools that support entrepreneurship, remote work, and micro-business management.

“Smartphones are more than devices—they’re gateways to financial inclusion for Mexico’s working mothers,” said Priscila Barrantes, PayJoy’s Mexico Country Manager. “From managing customer relationships to accessing mobile payments and gig work platforms, smartphones are transforming how women participate in the economy. It’s no surprise that more than half (55%) report that their income has increased because they now have access to a smartphone.”

Mexico’s workforce is increasingly shaped by working mother micro-entrepreneurs, defined as mothers balancing caregiving responsibilities, household duties, and employment to supplement family income. Many of these women participate in the informal economy – economic activities like street vending, domestic work, and gig work – taking on multiple jobs and becoming micro-entrepreneurs in pursuit of better economic futures for themselves and their families.

Sixty-five percent of PayJoy’s female customers in Mexico operate in this informal economy, with 75% of this group working over seven hours per day, and 24% working more than ten hours per day. 

Out of PayJoy’s female customers surveyed, 67% are working mothers and 73% report that their smartphones are extremely important to them.

Ninety-five percent of mothers report that their phone allows them to balance work and home responsibilities, underscoring how smartphone finance supports micro-entrepreneurship and economic mobility. This ability to combine work and family duties is essential to working mothers: 96% say both caregiving and the ability to work are equally important to them.

“We’re committed to supporting the women who are often overlooked by traditional financial services,” continued Barrantes. “We believe that real impact comes from offering everyone the chance to access tools that can make a meaningful difference in their lives.”

To view the report and explore the full findings visit: https://www.payjoy.com/blog/unlocking-economic-mobility

Survey methodology:
In October 2024, PayJoy conducted a survey of 1,146 working mothers in Mexico who are also PayJoy customers. All personal data is provided on an opt-in, completely voluntary basis while safeguarding data privacy.

About PayJoy
PayJoy is a mission-first financial service provider dedicated to helping under-served customers in emerging markets to achieve financial stability and success. We lend through our patented technology that turns a smartphone into digital collateral, and our cutting-edge machine learning, data science, and anti-fraud AI allow us to offer the lowest cost and qualify the most customers in the industry. As of 2024 we have brought billions of dollars in credit to 13 million customers, doubling in the last two years while remaining strongly profitable and sustainable for the long term.

For more information, visit https://www.payjoy.com/.

WuKong Education’s 2024 Global Outreach: Bridging Educational Gaps in Underserved Communities

MOUNTAIN VIEW, Calif., Jan. 23, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — WuKong Education, a leading online K-12 education provider, is enhancing its global impact in 2024 through significant community outreach efforts in Indonesia, Nepal, and Kenya. As part of its ongoing commitment to educational equity, the company is supporting underserved children by providing essential resources and opportunities to bridge educational gaps.

WuKong Education launched the “WuKong Education Outreach Program” in partnership with Gapper International Voluntourism in 2024. The program actively engages WuKong’s students in providing vital educational materials, school supplies, and essential services to over 2,000 children across the three countries. These efforts have been a key component of WuKong Education’s corporate social responsibility (CSR) strategy, aiming to foster its students’ global citizenship and social responsibility.

From donating laptops and school supplies to organizing tutoring sessions and delivering nutritious meals, the program touched lives across multiple regions, ensuring children in underprivileged communities had the resources needed to thrive. These initiatives reflect WuKong Education’s long-standing mission to make education accessible and equitable to students worldwide. By providing vital resources and support, the company aims to empower students in underserved regions, helping them build the skills they need for a brighter future.

Vicky Wang, Founder and CEO of WuKong Education shared, “At WuKong Education, we believe every child deserves the opportunity to learn and grow, regardless of their background or location. Through the WuKong Education Outreach Program, we are helping children in underserved communities gain access to the education and resources they need to thrive, while also empowering our own students to develop a strong sense of global responsibility. We are determined to continue these efforts and make a lasting impact on future generations.”

WuKong Education is deeply committed to the transformative power of education and continues to expand educational opportunities globally, empowering every child to reach their full potential. “In 2025, we are taking the program to new heights. From January to March, we will return to Kemenuh Primary School to offer live, on-demand Chinese classes. We are also expanding our initiatives to new regions, ensuring that even more children gain access to the resources and support they need to thrive,” Vicky Wang added.

About WuKong Education

Based in Silicon Valley, WuKong Education is shaping the future of online learning for students aged 3 to 18. WuKong Education’s three core programs—WuKong Chinese, WuKong Math, and WuKong English (ELA)—combine AI-driven technology, expert educators, and personalized services to deliver engaging, dynamic learning experiences. With over 400,000 families served globally, WuKong Education is empowering students to succeed and become lifelong learners in an ever-changing world. Learn more at: wukongsch.com.

GWM, GO WITH MORE in the New Year – GWM Celebrates White New Year With its Ice&Snow Carnival


BAODING, CHINA – Media OutReach Newswire – 23 January 2025 – As the winter chill sets in and the world transforms into a glistening wonderland, Great Wall Motor (GWM) takes center stage at its spectacular Ice and Snow Off Road Carnival, reaffirming its prowess in the off-road domain and captivating enthusiasts from all over the world.

GWM, GO WITH MORE in the New Year——GWM Celebrates White New Year With its Ice&Snow Carnival
GWM, GO WITH MORE in the New Year——GWM Celebrates White New Year With its Ice&Snow Carnival

The festival grounds are a playground of ice and snow, meticulously designed to test the limits of GWM’s off-road vehicles. Here, the latest models, equipped with state-of-the-art Hi4 tech family, are ready to take on the frigid challenges.

At the heart of GWM’s display is the Hi4 T Strong Off-Road Vehicle Family. The TANK series, including the TANK 300, 400, 500, and 700, along with the second-generation H9 and an array of pickup trucks like the GWM POER 2.4T – Off-Road POER and SAHAR POER, dominate the scene. These vehicles, purpose-built for extreme conditions, feature advanced systems that come to life in the snow.

The Hi4 technology integrated into these off-roaders represents a pinnacle of automotive engineering. Its intelligent hybrid four-wheel-drive system operates with a level of sophistication that is truly awe-inspiring. As the vehicles glide effortlessly over the icy surfaces, the system is in a constant state of vigilance, monitoring every minute change in the terrain and driving conditions. In the blink of an eye, it can make instantaneous adjustments to the torque distribution between the front and rear axles. For instance, during a sharp, high-speed turn on the slippery ice, it can precisely calculate and send the optimal amount of torque to the outside wheels, ensuring the vehicle maintains its intended path with unerring precision, effectively preventing any hint of fishtailing. This remarkable level of responsiveness instills drivers with the confidence to navigate even the most treacherous ice paths with ease and composure.

The Hi4 system’s sophisticated algorithms work in tandem with the vehicle’s dynamic stability control to predict and counteract slippage before it occurs, providing a level of proactive safety that is unmatched. This system’s ability to distribute torque instantaneously and precisely to where it’s needed most is a testament to GWM’s commitment to leveraging cutting-edge technology for superior off-road performance.

Moreover, GWM’s vehicles feature an adaptive suspension system that uses real-time data to adjust damping rates on the fly, smoothing out the ride over uneven surfaces and maintaining vehicle stability. This technology, combined with the robust engine management systems that optimize performance in cold weather, showcases GWM’s dedication to innovation and excellence in off-road engineering. The festival offers an array of activities designed to engage and excite enthusiasts. The closed test track, painstakingly carved out of the ice and snow, provides a controlled environment for drivers to experience the full spectrum of capabilities of GWM’s off-roaders. As they depress the accelerator, the powerful engines, meticulously optimized for cold weather performance, roar to life, delivering a seamless surge of power that propels the vehicle forward with authority. The enhanced suspension systems, equipped with long-travel shock absorbers and high-strength springs, work in tandem to absorb the impact of the uneven ice and snow, ensuring a remarkably smooth ride even over the most challenging surfaces.

One of the festival’s highlights is the Ice and Snow Obstacle Course Challenge. This adrenaline-pumping event pits drivers against a series of meticulously designed obstacles, all crafted from ice and snow. From towering ice ramps that test a vehicle’s climbing ability and suspension articulation to narrow, icy corridors that demand pinpoint steering control, the challenge is a hopeless test of both man and machine. GWM’s vehicles, with their advanced Hi4 technology and robust build, rise to the occasion, navigating the obstacles with grace and power. Spectators line the course, their cheers and applause adding to the electric atmosphere as drivers push the limits of what’s possible on the ice.

At the GWM Ice and Snow Carnival, a captivating hill-climbing challenge drew the attention of many. The TANK500 Hi4-Z, powered by its robust engine and superior off-road capabilities, successfully summited the formidable Baihupo Slope of Changbai Mountain. This feat not only demonstrated GWM’s leadership in powertrain technology but also attested to the vehicles’ reliability under extreme conditions. Additionally, models such as the TANK700, TANK400, and the 2.4T POER offered test drives on the complex icy terrain, allowing participants to experience firsthand the stability and handling of these vehicles in harsh environments, further highlighting the high performance and power of GWM’s lineup.

At the Ice and Snow Carnival press conference, GWM officially announced the establishment of the “GWM Off-Road Alliance.” This non-profit organization consists of participants from the off-road ecosystem and aims to provide users with off-road services, advice, and support. Currently, its operations are limited to China, with plans for future international expansion.

Beyond the thrilling off-road experiences, GWM also offered participants a deep dive into Chinese culture. During the festival, GWM arranged for traditional Chinese homestays, providing an authentic taste of Chinese lifestyle. Cultural workshops were also part of the experience, where attendees could learn about Chinese opera, feel the charm of this ancient art form, and engage in paper-cutting activities, creating their own artistic pieces and trying on traditional attire from China’s Northeast region. These cultural activities enriched the festival and allowed participants to gain a deeper understanding and appreciation of Chinese heritage alongside their off-road adventures.

Looking ahead, GWM plans to expand and enhance its Ice and Snow Festival in the coming years. Research and development efforts will focus on further optimizing its vehicles for extreme cold conditions, integrating new technologies that enhance safety and performance. The brand envisions a future where the festival becomes a global destination for off-road enthusiasts, attracting adventurers from around the world to experience the magic of GWM’s off-road technology in the snow.

In the spirit of continuous innovation, GWM’s recent participation in the China-Arab Motoring Media Summit at Liwa further exemplifies its commitment to redefining off-roading. In the Liwa Desert, with its challenging terrains ranging from the imposing Moreeb Dune to vast salt flats and steep slopes, GWM showcased its off-road grading system, a revolutionary concept that categorizes terrains into 10 different levels based on difficulty and risks. This structured approach ensures that off-roading is accessible to all, regardless of their driving expertise.

The principles of this grading system, proven effective in the Liwa Desert, are now being applied and further developed into 4 scenario-based criteria, including Sand, Mud, Mountain and Snow field at the Ice and Snow Festival. Each has 10 different levels to guide drivers for a safe off-road drive.

The Hi4 technology, which demonstrated its adaptability and performance in the desert, is equally vital in the winter landscape. Its capacity to adjust to varying conditions ensures optimal performance, whether navigating through the desert’s sands or the festival’s icy paths. The Hi4 technology, which proved its worth in the desert, continues to shine in the winter wonderland. Its ability to adapt to changing conditions and provide optimal performance is equally crucial when dealing with slippery ice and deep snow.

In the highly competitive automotive landscape, Great Wall Motor (GWM) has been making remarkable strides, especially in the off-road segment. From the bustling Chengdu Auto Show to the challenging sands of the Alxa Desert Rally, the intense Liwa International Off-Road Championship, and the frigid New Year’s ice and snow test race, GWM has continuously demonstrated its extraordinary charm and technological prowess, etching its mark in the annals of off-road history.

At the Chengdu Auto Show, GWM’s off-road vehicle lineup commanded significant attention with their conspicuous designs and robust engineering. The showcased advanced engine and suspension technologies proffered an alluring vista of driving experiences for off-road aficionados. In the Alxa Desert Hero Festival, GWM’s vehicles exhibited remarkable resilience against the sweltering heat and shifting dunes. The drivers maneuvered them with dexterity, while the outstanding performance of the suspension and engine systems fortified GWM’s standing in the face of such arduous conditions. During the Liwa International Off-Road Championship, pitted against international competitors, GWM distinguished itself through its state-of-the-art traction control mechanism and reinforced chassis, delivering an outstanding performance across the complex terrains.

At the GWM Off-road Day, a multitude of users had the opportunity to directly experience the formidable off-road prowess of GWM. An experienced off-road enthusiast remarked, “Throughout the diverse and challenging events of the GWM Off-road Day, the performance of GWM’s vehicles was truly remarkable. Whether ascending steep inclines or traversing intricate ice and snow impediments, the stability and handling capabilities of the vehicles surpassed my expectations by a wide margin. Notably, the Hi4 technology’s torque distribution and power output on ice and snow surfaces were flawless, instilling in me absolute confidence in GWM’s off-road capabilities. It is, without a doubt, an exemplary choice for off-road enthusiasts.” Such acclamations from users further corroborate GWM’s preeminent position and exceptional quality in the off-road sector, spurring GWM to persistently strive for progress and present more innovations and breakthroughs to the off-road community.

From the Chengdu Auto Show to the Ice and Snow Festival, along with the establishment of the Off-Road Alliance and the release of the off-road grading standard, GWM has redefined the upward trajectory of Chinese automotive brands. Demonstrating an unwavering dedication to innovation, GWM persistently endeavors to augment users’ off-road experiences. Future efforts will center on optimizing vehicle performance in extreme conditions and integrating advanced safety and performance-enhancing technologies through continuous R&D investment.

Moreover, GWM aims to collaborate closely with industry stakeholders, facilitating the standardization and orderly progression of off-road activities. By cultivating a unique Chinese off-road culture, it endeavors to enrich the domestic automotive landscape and position China as a significant exporter of automotive culture globally. With its resolute commitment and continuous exertion, GWM is poised to dominate the off-road sector and inspire a new generation of adventurers and automotive aficionados worldwide.

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