KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 3 July 2026 – The 2026 Malaysia AI Innovation and Development Exchange Forum and the launch of Omirol, Southeast Asia’s first native AIGC creation ecosystem platform, were successfully held in Kuala Lumpur. The event was jointly organized by FSBM Holdings Berhad, a Bursa Malaysia-listed company, and MOCHI MEDIA SDN. BHD. Through keynote speeches, panel discussions, Omirol showcases and MOU signing ceremonies, the forum explored the current development, challenges and future trends of the AIGC industry in Southeast Asia, while providing a platform for regional exchange and cooperation. From left: Dato’Dr. Hafiz Kahar,…
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COLOGNE, GERMANY – Media OutReach Newswire – 3 July 2026 – As spoga+gafa opens its doors in Cologne, Yosemite Robotics is returning to Europe with Lawnova, its own robotic mower brand, and a second-generation lineup designed to move the category beyond wire-free mowing toward boundary setup-free outdoor automation. Powered by Yosemite Robotics’ NovaMind 3.0 platform, Lawnova uses AI vision, AI reasoning, and autonomous lawn mapping to help identify lawn boundaries, understand complex garden environments, and reduce the manual setup traditionally required through app-based configuration. Its four-series portfolio — S, X, P, and G — spans entry-level residential mowing, all-terrain residential…
The Ascott Limited introduces a vibrant integrated stay, events and lifestyle hotel within Sunshine Central, Ayer Itam.PENANG, MALAYSIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 3 July 2026 – HARRIS Hotel & Conventions Sunshine Penang officially opens its doors today, marking the debut of the HARRIS brand in Malaysia and introducing a vibrant new hospitality, meetings and lifestyle destination in the heart of Ayer Itam. Located just 30 minutes from the Penang International Airport and within Sunshine Central in Ayer Itam, the hotel offers a strategic Penang address that brings together modern accommodation, meetings and events facilities, direct mall connectivity, and access…
SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 3 July 2026 – Kara Capital is pleased to announce that it has successfully advised a consortium of Japanese corporate investors in connection with the acquisition of an interest in Sydney’s landmark World Square office complex. The acquisition of a 50% interest in A-Grade Sydney CBD office buildings located at 680 George Street and 50 Goulburn Street will be secured at a 60% discount to estimated replacement cost and provides a capitalisation rate of 7.5%. In our opinion, the entry price gives us confidence that we are acquiring the asset at a compelling valuation…
MBT Strengthens Commitment To Empowering Neurodivergent Learners Through Inclusive Vocational TrainingSELANGOR, MALAYSIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 3 July 2026 – Montfort Boys Town has produced yet another cohort of skilled and industry-ready graduates, with all 107 students from its 2026 graduating batch successfully attaining their Sijil Kemahiran Malaysia (SKM) Level 2 certification. Scholars of the year proving that MBT continues to contribute to the development of Malaysia’s skilled talent pipeline through practical, industry-focused vocational training. (From left): Looi Wen Ting, Brother Director Robin Devasagayam, Chairman of the Board of Governors Ir. Dr. Philip Tan Chee Lin, and Wan Kai…
Transaction Valued at $122.5M Establishes 20,000-Liter US Biologics Drug Substance Manufacturing Platform, Covering Development through Commercial SupplyTAIPEI, TAIWAN – Media OutReach Newswire – 2 July 2026 – Bora Pharmaceuticals Co., Ltd. (“Bora” or “Bora Group”; TWSE: 6472; OTCQX: BORAY) today announced the completion of its acquisition of the GMP manufacturing operations of MacroGenics, Inc. (NASDAQ: MGNX) including its biologics drug substance facility in Rockville, Maryland and an associated warehousing center in Frederick, Maryland, for total consideration of US $122.5 million through its wholly owned subsidiary Bora Biologics USA, LLC.. Upon closing, Bora signed a long-term CDMO Service Agreement with MacroGenics.…
Singapore-based companies have committed more than S$5.5 billion in Johor since the JS-SEZ memorandum of understanding, while IMFC-J reported 1,000 enquiries linked to RM73 billion in potential investment in March 2026.JOHOR, MALAYSIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 2 July 2026 – Forest City Special Financial Zone (Forest City SFZ) today issued a progress update on the Johor-Singapore Special Economic Zone (JS-SEZ), pointing to early implementation milestones in investment facilitation, financial-services incentives and cross-border connectivity. Forest City, Johor The JS-SEZ agreement, signed on 7 January 2025, covers approximately 3,588 square kilometres across southern Johor. It comprises nine flagship areas and targets…
Key Highlights: Jollibee Group brands Jollibee, Mang Inasal, and Chowking ranked as the Philippines’ top three most valuable restaurant brands in the Brand Finance Philippines 50 2026 report. The Philippine restaurant sector reached approximately USD4.1 billion in brand value, growing 29% year-on-year, with Jollibee accounting for around 80% of total sector value. Jollibee ranked No. 2 in brand value across all Philippine brands for the third consecutive year, with brand value rising by approximately 32% to USD3.3 billion, supported by strong brand strength and global recognition as the fifth-strongest restaurant brand worldwide. Mang Inasal rose significantly in brand strength, emerging…
Delivering greater flexibility in accessing care across locations, with enhanced support from treatment through recoveryHONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 2 July 2026 – Cigna Healthcare Hong Kong today announced enhancements to its Cigna VHIS Series – Flexi Plan (Superior), strengthening its medical insurance offering to help customers better manage rising healthcare costs and access quality health care locally, regionally and overseas. Rising medical costs and mobility reshape healthcare needs Hong Kong’s healthcare landscape is evolving amid rising cost pressures. The Hospital Authority’s revised public healthcare fees, effective from January 1, 2026, are driving high out-of-pocket expenses. As…
HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 2 July 2026 – Natixis Corporate & Investment Banking (Natixis CIB) is pleased to announce the appointment of Luc Bernard as Chief Executive Officer, Natixis Services in India. Luc reports to Cécile de Sousa, Chief Operating Officer, Asia Pacific & Middle East, Natixis CIB and Etienne Huret, Head of Portugal and India Hubs, Natixis. Luc Bernard – Natixis He brings to the role nearly two decades of experience in Global Capability Center management and offshoring strategies, entrepreneurship, delivery, software engineering, financial markets, architecture, data, digital transformation and innovation. Luc was instrumental in…
New capability gives enterprises visibility, control and governance for AI tools running across managed Mac fleets, addressing today’s gap between usage and confidenceHONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 2 July 2026 – Jamf, the standard in managing and securing Apple at work, has announced general availability of AI Governance, a new capability within Jamf for Mac that enables IT and security teams to discover actively-used AI tools, enforce policy controls, and generate audit-ready reporting. This move makes Jamf first-to-market to deliver native, OS-level AI governance controls for Mac. Many organizations struggle to confidently audit and report on AI…
Appointment reinforces the hospital’s commitment to clinical excellence, strategic growth and delivering exceptional patient care.KOTA DAMANSARA, MALAYSIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 2 July 2026 – Thomson Hospital Kota Damansara (Thomson) is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr Savitha Dharan as its Chief Executive Officer, effective 1 July 2026. Dr Savitha brings more than 20 years of experience in clinical practice, hospital operations, strategic partnerships, business development and healthcare leadership. She holds a Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery and Bachelor in the Art of Obstetrics (MB BCh BAO) from the Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland (RCSI) and…
SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 2 July 2026 – JustCo Holdings Limited (“JustCo”), a Singapore-grown flexible workspace operator with an extensive Asia Pacific network, announced pay-per-use access via the JustCo App, allowing professionals to find, book, and access hot desks and meeting rooms on demand across its network, without membership or upfront commitment. JUSTCO APP ENABLES ON-DEMAND BOOKING OF WORKSPACES – NO MONTHLY MEMBERSHIP REQUIRED Professionals increasingly need reliable workspaces that can be accessed as needed, whether for a few hours, a day, or specific meetings. JustCo App’s pay-per-use access caters to the demand for increased flexibility and short-term…
KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 2 July 2026 – June 30, Hosted by BitAuto Tengyi Malaysia Sdn. Bhd., the BitAuto Malaysia Automotive Forum 2026 wrapped up successfully at Sheraton Imperial Kuala Lumpur. Centered on the theme Integration & Symbiosis: Driving Malaysia’s New Automotive Growth, the event brought together local Malaysian automakers, Chinese EV brands expanding overseas, international OEMs, dealer groups, local content creators, and industry specialists. It served as a high-efficiency exchange platform to facilitate cross-industry dialogue between China and Malaysia’s automotive ecosystems, exploring new digitally-powered growth trajectories for the domestic auto market. Key distinguished attendees included:…
SMEs Serve as a “Buffer” for Globalisation HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 2 July 2026 – XTransfer, the World’s Leading B2B Cross-Border Trade Payment Platform, attended the World Economic Forum’s 17th Annual Meeting of the New Champions (Summer Davos) in Dalian. Marking a new milestone, XTransfer has officially become an Institutional Member of the World Economic Forum and is the only institutional member from China’s B2B cross-border payments sector. Moving from participant to co-builder, XTransfer joined political and business leaders to discuss transformation in international trade and digital finance. At the forum, Bill Deng, XTransfer Founder and…
93% of APAC consumers quietly disengage when believability is lost New AI ‘Believability Agent’ predicts and prevents silent churnSINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 2 July 2026 – Ogilvy today released its first APAC 2026 Believability Index: The Power of Proof – a comprehensive study examining how consumers across Asia-Pacific determine what and who they believe in an increasingly complex information environment. Conducted in partnership with YouGov, the research surveyed 7,176 respondents across the markets of Australia, Indonesia, Singapore, Malaysia, the Philippines, Hong Kong SAR, and Mainland China. The report reveals that organizations are dangerously overlooking a reputational blind spot…
BEIJING, CHINA – Media OutReach Newswire – 2 July 2026 – Striding AI today announced that it is developing a new generation of robotic foundation systems designed to accelerate the deployment of Physical AI in real-world environments. The company’s approach focuses on building the foundational technologies required for robots to perceive, reason, act, and continuously improve through interaction with the physical world. By integrating advanced foundation models with robotic perception, control systems, real-world action data, and deployment infrastructure, Striding AI aims to enable intelligent machines to perform useful tasks across commercial, industrial, and everyday settings. Powered by a world-class team…
Ongoing Industry Cyclical Volatility Continues to Weigh on Financial Results Technological Certainty as a Hedge against Cyclical Headwinds HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 1 July 2026 – L.K. Technology Holdings Limited (Stock code: 558, the “LK TECH”, and together with its subsidiaries, the “Group”) announces the annual results for the twelve months ended 31 March, 2026 (the “Year”). During the Year, although the lightweighting and integrated die-casting technology trends in new energy vehicles continued to accelerate and the policy dividends from large-scale equipment renewal were released, the intelligent equipment manufacturing industry in which the Group operates underwent…
BANGKOK, THAILAND – Media OutReach Newswire – 1 July 2026 – ICONSIAM, the global landmark and experiential destination on the banks of the Chao Phraya River, successfully concluded Pride Month 2026 with a historic celebration that captured worldwide attention and reinforced Thailand’s position as a leading Pride-Friendly Destination. On the evening of 30 June 2026, ICONSIAM created an unprecedented spectacle with Thailand’s first-ever Rainbow Drone and Fireworks Show, illuminating Bangkok’s iconic riverfront and showcasing the nation’s commitment to diversity, equality, and inclusion. ICONSIAM Pride Month 2026 The historic finale drew overwhelming interest from both local and international visitors, who gathered…
A month-long cultural movement showcasing over 80 Indonesian brands & creators in Singapore.SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 1 July 2026 – MASA Singapore 2026, a multidisciplinary cultural movement celebrating Indonesia’s contemporary creative movement, will take place from 2 July to 10 August 2026 across Takashimaya Square and Gardens by the Bay in Singapore. Carrying the theme “A Sight into the Golden Indonesia Era”, MASA presents Indonesia as a living culture—one that continuously evolves through creativity, craftsmanship, innovation, and the enduring spirit of “gotong royong”. Spanning fashion, design, living, art, music, hospitality, and culinary experiences, MASA brings together more than…