Convening cross-sector leaders to align capital, policy and innovation around measurable healthspan outcomes

HONG KONG, March 10, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — MaestroWellness announces the inaugural Build Well Live Well (BWLW) Summit, a cross-sector forum in Hong Kong bringing together policymakers, healthcare leaders, investors and technology innovators to examine how Asia can sustainably extend healthspan and financial resilience. Taking place on 26 March at Soho House Hong Kong, the Summit is designed to foster alignment across capital, science and policy to address the structural challenge of longevity. The Summit is convened for decision-makers across investment, healthcare, corporate leadership and public policy who are actively shaping Asia’s longevity economy.

As Asia’s population of nearly five billion people ages at unprecedented speed, the defining question is no longer how long people live, but how well. By 2050, 25.9% of the Asia-Pacific population is projected to be aged 60 or above, placing unprecedented pressure on healthcare systems, retirement structures and economic productivity. While life expectancy continues to rise, with Hong Kong leading the world at over 85 years on average, healthspan and financial resilience have not kept pace.

The BWLW Summit positions Hong Kong at the forefront of redefining longevity as both a public health and economic priority.

Attendees will have the opportunity to connect with global leaders including keynote speakers Bernard Chan (GBM, GBS, JP), Hong Kong politician and businessman, and Frederick Chavalit Tsao, fourth-generation steward of Tsao Pao Chee (TPC), a family enterprise with more than 120 years of history and Chairman of the Association for Well-being Economy (AWE). They will be joined by Gordon Watson, Senior Advisor to the AXA Group, alongside global wellbeing advocates and business leaders, reinforcing the Summit’s commitment to cross-sector leadership in redefining wellbeing at scale.

Speakers include David Boucher, former Chief Executive Officer of Bumrungrad International Hospital Phuket & Market; Dr. Felix Lee of The GBA Healthcare Group; and Dr. Gloria Jian, founder of Health Cell Cycle. Together, they will present evidence-based approaches spanning preventative health science, cross-border healthcare delivery and longevity-focused investment models.

Dr. Felix Lee, Co-CEO of The GBA Healthcare Group, will share perspectives on how healthcare systems must evolve from episodic treatment models to integrated prevention ecosystems, aligning primary care, insurance design and digital infrastructure to sustainably extend healthspan across ageing populations.

“In Hong Kong, where longevity is a legacy, we’re not just extending lives, we’re elevating them. BWLW is intended to be a catalyst for change, where conscious leadership meets purposeful action to shape healthier, wealthier and more resilient communities across Asia,” said Jasmine Liu, Founder & CEO of MaestroWellness.

In addition to panels and keynotes on extending healthspan through technology, sustainable wealth creation in wellness and policy frameworks for equitable access, BWLW will host collaborative workshops to co-design solutions for Asia’s most pressing wellbeing challenges, including mental health resilience and ageing with dignity in high-density cities.

Amongst other solutions-driven conversations, Jacky Lio, Chief Medical Officer of Bowtie, Hong Kong’s first virtual insurer, will explore how insurance design and underwriting models can evolve to incentivise preventative health behaviours and better align long-term risk assessment with health outcomes in ageing populations.

Jean-Baptiste Roy, Partner at Seveno Capital, will share perspectives on capital strategies within the wellbeing economy, examining how investment frameworks can support scalable, resilience-driven health models. Panels will dive into contemporary biohacking practices such as enhanced sleep quality, and breathing techniques (either for activation or de-stressing) and demonstrate how employers can maximise productivity by supporting these best practices. Yvette Kong, Olympic swimmer-turned-innovator and founder of Arelyx and Transversal Lab, brings expertise in transversal design, social impact, and education to the summit.

In addition, Maaike Steinebach, Founder and CEO of FemTech Future, and Steffanie Yuen, Managing Director, Head of Hong Kong, Endowus, will also be present at the Summit as panel speakers, contributing their perspectives to other sessions.

Tech Infrastructure panel will discuss how urgent infrastructure gaps like fragmented biological datasets can easily be addressed by generative AI platforms that accelerate drug discovery and personalise longevity interventions.

The Summit will also feature “Pitch: Fuel Your Wellbeing Venture,” a curated Shark Tank–inspired session spotlighting Asia’s most promising health and wellbeing startups. Selected finalists will present to a panel of venture capital investors and senior industry leaders, gaining direct access to capital, strategic partnerships and market insight. The initiative reflects BWLW’s commitment to advancing scalable solutions that can shape the region’s longevity landscape.

In addition to its curated pitch session, the Summit unlocks high value networking and interactive opportunities across Asia’s emerging longevity ecosystem. A dedicated vendor showcase will highlight cutting-edge companies that share MaestroWellness’ goal of a quality-driven marketplace or wellbeing and provide direct access to business executives and investors.

The Summit is sponsored by Invest Hong Kong, reinforcing Hong Kong’s role as a regional hub for capital formation and innovation. By convening wealth management leaders, venture capital firms and family offices, BWLW strengthens investment pathways for scalable health and longevity solutions. Key sponsor Finmo reflects the growing integration of financial infrastructure within holistic wellbeing systems, highlighting the importance of coordinated action across policy, capital and enterprise to close the healthspan-wealthspan gap.

Build Well Live Well Summit
Date: Thursday, 26 March 2026
Time: 8.30am – 6.00pm
Venue: Soho House Hong Kong, 33 Des Voeux Road West, Sheung Wan, Hong Kong

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Registration is now open. For more information, visit the Build Well Live Well Summit website or follow @themaestrowellness on social media.
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About Build Well Live Well Summit
The Build Well Live Well Summit is MaestroWellness’ flagship platform for advancing wellness innovation in Asia. Dedicated to bridging the healthspan–wealthspan gap through collaborative action, BWLW convenes leaders across public and private sectors to shape environments where people flourish, businesses prosper and societies rise together.

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GUANGZHOU, China, March 10, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — The American Chamber of Commerce in South China today released its 2026 Special Report on the State of Business in South China. The release was attended by over 200 government officials, business executives and members of media including over 40 foreign consulates mostly represented by their consuls general. This publication can be downloaded free of charge from the Chamber’s website at http://www.amcham-southchina.com/amcham/static/publications/specialreport.jsp

The 206-page bilingual 2026 Special Report on the State of the Business in South China, the 22^nd such endeavor, provides a comprehensive and quantitative analysis of the business community and valuable insights into the development trends in South China. This year, a total of 426 companies participated in the study. This publication is researched and produced independently by the American Chamber of Commerce in South China and does not represent the opinions of the US or any other government or organization. The Chamber does not receive any funds from any government in the production of this publication.

China’s Strategic Allure Intensifies

Despite ongoing trade tensions, China’s position as a leading global investment destination continues to strengthen. 45% of the companies studied ranked China as their top global investment priority, representing a notable 6pp increase from 2024. Revenue data further underscores this strategic emphasis: 37% of companies generated more than 60% of their global revenue from China, a 6pp increase.

Dr. Harley Seyedin, Chairman and President of AmCham South China, winner of 2017 Oslo Business for Peace Award (along with Elon Musk, Durreen Shahnaz and Murad Al-Katib), which is bestowed by an Award Committee consisting of Nobel Laureates in Peace and Economics, said, “Although profitability has moderated slightly in the near term, the broader data reflects remarkable strategic resilience. Companies are deepening—not retreating from—their engagement in China, recognizing the scale of its market, the sophistication of its innovation ecosystem, and its long-term growth trajectory.”

Sustained and Deepening Market Commitment

The 2026 Special Report highlights exceptional levels of commitment to the Chinese market:

• 95% of participating companies reaffirm their commitment to maintaining operations in China.
• Not a single company reported a complete withdrawal from the market.
• Among the 28% that relocated a portion of their investments, 79% shifted less than 30% of their investment outside China.

Looking ahead, 75% of the companies studied plan to reinvest in China in 2026. Collectively, member companies have earmarked an estimated US$13.79 billion from profits in China for reinvestment over the next three to five years.

“The message from American businesses is clear: they are committed to long-term participation in China’s growth.” Dr. Seyedin continued, “Companies are reinvesting not only to expand market share, but to innovate, localize, and strengthen their integration within the Chinese economy. This sustained reinvestment reflects confidence in the market’s resilience and its central role in global business operations.”

Improving Sentiment on US-China Relations

Business sentiment regarding the future of US-China relations has improved significantly. The Report shows that 39% of all studied companies now express a positive outlook—a substantial 14pp increase from 2024. While many companies still anticipate the possibility of continued trade tensions in 2026, there is a growing expectation that the operational disruptions will be shorter in duration and more manageable.

Dr. Seyedin noted: “The US and Chinese economies are deeply interconnected. While differences remain, our commercial ties are substantial and mutually beneficial. Continued dialogue, transparency, and engagement between the two countries will foster greater understanding—creating a more stable environment for trade, investment, and long-term economic cooperation.”

Key Takeaways of the 2026 Special Report on the State of Business in South China:

• In 2025, 45% of the companies studied reported either a significant or slight increase in revenue in China, reflecting a 2pp decline from the previous year. Meanwhile, the proportion of companies indicating unchanged revenue rose by 4pp to 21%.
• The overall financial performance of the companies studied in China continued to soften in 2025, with 82% reporting profitability, representing a 3pp drop year-on-year.
• Among companies reporting profitability in China, 37% indicated that their financial performance aligned with budget projections, while an additional 6% significantly exceeded expectations. For companies not yet profitable in China, 78% expect to achieve profitability within two to five years. Meanwhile, the proportion anticipating a longer path to profitability—exceeding six years—increased by 8pp to 16%.
• 74% of the companies studied characterized their overall return on investment (ROI) in China as positive or very positive. 42% assessed their overall ROI in China as superior to their global ROI, representing a 3pp increase year-on-year.
• The proportion of companies expressing optimism regarding their business prospects in China increased by 4pp year-on-year to 61%.
• In 2025, 63% of the companies studied reported reinvesting operations in China, representing a modest increase of 2pp year-on-year.
• In 2025, capital deployment for reinvestment remained concentrated at more modest scales, with a majority of companies (76%) directing under US$10 million into their China operations. This closely aligned with the proportion of firms (77%) that had originally budgeted within this range.
• The overwhelming majority of companies have budgeted less than US$10 million for re-investment in China in 2026, representing 79% of firms—a 2pp increase year-on-year. Meanwhile, the proportion allocating a mid-range budget of US$50 million to US$250 million for the coming year grew by 3pp to 5%. Notably, the share of companies planning large-scale reinvestments exceeding US$250 million contracted by 2pp, declining to just 4%.
• A stable majority of companies (59%) plan to expand their operational footprint within China over the next three years.
• For the ninth consecutive year, Guangzhou has been ranked the top investment destination in China, selected by 38% of respondents. Following closely is Shenzhen, which saw a notable gain of 6pp to reach 29%, ahead of Shanghai (10%) and Beijing (5%).
• The adverse effects of both US and Chinese tariffs have intensified markedly in 2025, affecting a record proportion of companies since tracking began in 2018. American companies, in particular, continued to bear the heaviest burden.

Special Report on the State of Business in South China

The Special Report on the State of Business in South China is a quantitative study of the business environment, conducted for consecutive years by the American Chamber of Commerce in South China. Each year, the Chamber’s member and non-member companies participate in its State of Business study, results of which will be garnered and edited into a separate publication.

The document can be downloaded free of charge from the chamber’s website at http://www.amcham-southchina.com/amcham/static/publications/specialreport.jsp

About the American Chamber of Commerce in South China

The American Chamber of Commerce in South China (AmCham South China) is a non-partisan, non-profit organization dedicated to facilitating bilateral trade between the United States and the People’s Republic of China. AmCham South China is one of only three officially recognized China-based members of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce in Washington, DC. Accredited in 1995 by the US Chamber of Commerce in Washington DC, AmCham South China represents more than 2,300 corporate and individual members, is governed by a fully-independent Board of Governors elected from its membership, and provides dynamic, on-the-ground support for American and international companies doing business in South China. Over the past decade, AmCham South China has hosted on average each year more than 10,000 business executives and government leaders from around the world at its briefings, seminars, committee meetings and social gatherings. All AmChams in China are independently governed and represent member companies in their respective regions.

ZURICH, Switzerland, March 10, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — The Adecco Group 2025 Annual Report is now available in the Ad Hoc section of the Group’s website. Please also refer to the dedicated Annual Report section.

Denis Machuel, Adecco Group CEO, commented:

“In 2025 the Adecco Group sustained strong momentum and continued to positively impact millions of lives. We gained market share, with Group revenue growth 245 basis points ahead of key competitors, while maintaining rigorous cost discipline and delivering nearly EUR 200 million in net savings, compared to our 2022 baseline. We met our full-year financial commitments.

“In November, we introduced our new value creation path – the agility advantage. Through end-to-end talent and technology solutions, we enable human and business agility to elevate potential. Supported by a run-and-change agenda, we are driving further profitable growth while continuing to innovate and pioneer, leveraging AI to unlock new efficiencies and opportunities. We have set clear financial commitments and a strategy focused on gaining market share, while maximizing absolute EBITA and free cash flow. Our Group’s purpose – making the future work for everyone – continues to guide us as we build on our performance and shape the world of work in the intelligent era.”

2025 Annual Report (PDF)

Financial calendar

•    AGM                                                             April 15, 2026
•    Q1 2026 results                                           May 13, 2026
•    Q2 2026 / Half Year 2026 results             August 6, 2026
•    Q3 2026 results                                         November 12, 2026

About The Adecco Group 

The Adecco Group is the world’s leading talent and technology expertise company. Our purpose is making the future work for everyone. Through our three global business units – Adecco, Akkodis and LHH – across 60 countries, we enable sustainable and lifelong employability for individuals, deliver digital and engineering solutions to power the Smart Industry transformation and empower organizations to optimize their workforces. The Adecco Group leads by example and is committed to fostering sustainable employability and supporting resilient economies and communities. The Adecco Group AG is headquartered in Zurich, Switzerland (ISIN: CH0012138605) and listed on the SIX Swiss Exchange (ADEN).

Important notice about forward-looking information

Information in this release may involve guidance, expectations, beliefs, plans, intentions, or strategies regarding the future. These forward-looking statements involve risks and uncertainties. All forward-looking statements included in this release are based on information available to Adecco Group AG as of this release, and we assume no duty to update any such forward-looking statements. The forward-looking statements in this release are not guarantees of future performance and actual results could differ materially from our current expectations. Numerous factors could cause or contribute to such differences. Factors that could affect the Company’s forward-looking statements include, among other things: global GDP trends and the demand for temporary work; changes in regulation of temporary work; intense competition in the markets in which the Company operates; integration of acquired companies; changes in the Company’s ability to attract and retain qualified internal and external personnel or clients, the potential impact of disruptions related to IT; any adverse developments in existing commercial relationships, disputes or legal and tax proceedings.

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Goes Live April 21, 2026 on Kickstarter

NEW YORK, March 10, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — WeCreat is proud to unveil Lumos Ultra, elevating the modern maker’s workflow with the world’s first integrated 6W UV + 60W/100W MOPA laser system. Super Early VIP Access opens on March 9, where a $50 deposit unlocks $300 in launch savings. Lumos Ultra will officially launch on Kickstarter on April 21, 2026.

Lumos Ultra fuses two advanced laser technologies into a single unified system, delivering UV cold photochemical precision and MOPA high-power metal processing in one seamless workflow, redefining Laser Processing with a True One-Stop Platform.

Designed for professional creators, small business owners, and advanced makers, Lumos Ultra transforms how laser work is done—eliminating fragmented workflows, reducing equipment costs, boosting operation efficiency, and unlocking entirely new creative and commercial possibilities.

UV Meets MOPA: A Unified Evolution in Laser Architecture

Traditionally, creators and small businesses are forced to choose between different laser machines—UV for glass and delicate materials, MOPA or Fiber for metals. Each machine comes with its own cost, learning curve, space requirements, and workflow limitations.

Lumos Ultra changes that equation entirely.

By bringing UV and MOPA together in one unified system, Lumos Ultra delivers professional-grade processing for both metal and non-metal applications—enabling hybrid materials, mixed processes, premium craftsmanship, and high-value output from a single investment.

This one-stop architecture delivers measurable benefits:

• Save 30%+ Cost — One investment, twice the capability
• Save 90%+ Time — One-click switching, zero workflow interruption
• Save 50%+ Space — One footprint, two workstations

With support for 2,500+ materials and 10+ mainstream laser processes—including glass inner engraving, cold processing, 16K precision engraving, iridescent and vivid metal color engraving, 3D relief engraving, deep engraving, black marking, metal cutting, and derusting—Lumos Ultra covers virtually all core laser applications in one machine.

More importantly, it enables a new type of laser processing environment.

Small businesses can now engrave crystal awards, memorabilia, and customize metal jewelry —all in one machine. 3D printing studios can move from prototype printing to surface texturing, metal inserts, and premium finishing without outsourcing. PCB developers can engrave ultra-fine UV traces and cut metal boards in-house for same-day validation.

UV Precision: Cold Processing Meets Extreme Detail

UV is an all-around laser, and 6W is the optimal sweet spot to demonstrate UV laser’s power and performance, engineered for speed, precision, consistency, and clean results.

• 5 Glass Engraving Modes — From Surface to True 3D Inside

Lumos Ultra offers 5 glass engraving modes: surface, 2D, 2.5D, 3D, and our exclusive 3D textured inner engraving. The textured inner engraving runs up to 5× faster than conventional 3D inner engraving with sharper contours, finer internal details, and clearer results—ideal for crystal art and premium glass customization.

• No-Burn Engraving with UV Cold Processing

Unlike other traditional lasers, UV laser uses photochemical cold processing to break molecular bonds without heat buildup. No melting, no charring, no deformation—ideal for heat-sensitive materials such as plastics, resins, leather, and coated materials. The result is clean edges, high contrast, and distortion-free details, even on delicate or layered designs.

• True 16K Ultra-Fine Precision

With an ultra-small 0.0019 mm spot size, UV precision on Lumos Ultra is 263× finer than CO₂ lasers and 20× finer than diode lasers. From micro-text to complex textures, every detail is rendered cleanly and accurately—reaching genuine 16K-level engraving precision beyond traditional laser limits.

MOPA Power: Color, Depth, and Real Metal Cutting

Engineered to master metal processing, Lumos Ultra can be paired with a 60W or 100W MOPA laser module—making it the only integrated laser platform today with expandable 1064nm architecture, allowing future upgrades to fiber or picosecond lasers without replacing the machine.

• Two Color Engraving Modes That Make Metals Pop

MOPA technology enables two distinct metal color effects:

1. Iridescent Color Engraving — Micro-structured surfaces refract light, producing dynamic, shimmering color shifts
2. Ultra-Vibrant Color Engraving — Precisely controlled oxide layers create stable, saturated metal colors

These effects transform logos, artwork, and decorative metal into high-impact, premium finishes.

• True Metal Relief, Deep Engraving, and Cutting

Lumos Ultra supports true 3D metal relief and deep engraving, delivering clean edges and consistent depth for professional engraving, jewelry making, and functional metal parts.

With 60W/100W MOPA metal cutting, the system handles prototyping, custom components, and industrial elements with precision and control—far beyond standard engraving applications.

One Machine, One Workflow: Software Intelligence Meets Production Efficiency

Lumos Ultra is a fully integrated workflow platform. Hardware power is matched by a unified software ecosystem that transforms complex professional operations into streamlined, intuitive actions.

• UV & MOPA One-Click Switching

Switch between UV precision and MOPA power instantly—no hardware swap, no recalibration, no workflow interruption. From crystal detailing to metal engraving and cutting, everything runs through one machine and one unified interface.

• AIGC-Powered Creation

Built-in AIGC tools expedite design and unlock new creative freedom:

1. AI 3D Modeling — Generate 3D models from text or images, ready for relief engraving
2. AI Design Generation — Turn words into engraving-ready designs in multiple styles
3. AI Image Enhancement — Remove backgrounds, apply filters, and optimize for engraving

• Automation That Works for You

Additional software features include a ready-to-use project library, 3-step color engraving, automatic field-lens detection, Smartfill powered by a 50MP camera, full-size live preview, and intelligent layout & nesting.

• Upgraded Production, Diverse Accessories

Powered by a high-speed galvo system, Lumos Ultra reaches 16,000 mm/s engraving speed—over 13× faster than CO₂ and 26× faster than diode lasers, delivering real productivity gains for professionals.

Additionally, Lumos Ultra supports a wide range of accessories for scalable production and diverse application:

1. Longest Conveyor: 1000 × 200 mm for better batch processing.
2. 360° Rotary for cylindrical objects, Slider Extension for long items, Rotary + Slider Combo for full-wrap engraving up to 380 mm.

Kickstarter Launch & Early Bird Access

Lumos Ultra will officially launch on Kickstarter on April 21, 2026, with shipping available to the United States, the European Union, United Kingdom and Canada.

Beginning March 9, supporters can secure early access with a refundable $50 deposit at wecreat.com, unlocking $300 in VIP cashback, priority shipping from late June, and exclusive early notification of Super Early Bird pricing ahead of the public launch.

At launch, only 100 Super Early Bird units will be available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Join the official WeCreat Lumos Ultra Facebook group for early updates and expert insights.

Website: www.wecreat.com

About WeCreat
WeCreat is a design-focused startup dedicated to unlocking the power of industrial-grade engraving for makers, small businesses, and creators worldwide. With elegant engineering and user-first software, WeCreat tools empower people to create brilliantly—without compromise.