New capital positions the robotics and industrial automation group to expand hardware automation across KitchenBASE sites in Hong Kong, Singapore, Taiwan, Japan, Korea, and AustraliaHONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 27 October 2026 – Six markets across Asia-Pacific stand to gain from a $1.7 billion investment into Atoms, the robotics and industrial automation group founded by Uber co-founder Travis Kalanick. Andreessen Horowitz (a16z) led the round, joined by Uber, Bain Capital, Fifth Wall, and other institutional investors. The result strengthens a group that includes KitchenBASE, a commercial kitchen network spanning six of the most active food markets in…
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HANOI, VIETNAM – Media OutReach Newswire – 27 October 2026 – As Vietnam pursues its ambition of becoming a high-income developed economy by 2045, artificial intelligence (AI) is expected to play a growing role in supporting productivity and innovation. Alongside technology adoption, developing the skills and management capabilities to apply AI effectively is becoming an important part of the country’s workforce agenda. Dr Tan Hong Ming, Assistant Dean (Digital Operations), NUS Business School (sixth from left), with Ms Tara Bal, Head of Corporate Communications, NUS Business School (fifth from right), together with representatives from the Vietnamese media. A 2026 study…
SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 27 October 2026 – Singapore fashion label Anmako has launched the SEISO Collection, a new range of occasion wear in Singapore designed for weddings, celebrations, formal events and professional settings. Anmako Launches SEISO, a New Occasion Wear Collection in Singapore Officially launched on 21 August 2026, the collection takes its name from the Japanese term 「正装」, meaning “formal wear”, reflecting its focus on clothing for special occasions. The collection was developed in response to customer demand for occasion wear, particularly for clothing suited to weddings, anniversaries and other significant events. It also expands the…
PARIS, FRANCE – Media OutReach Newswire – 27 October 2026 – From October 14 to 15, 2026, the 2026 INPD Award Ceremony was held at the Carrousel du Louvre in Paris, France. OSM claimed the inaugural “2026 INPD Leading Grand Prize” of this year, receiving a special prize of one million RMB. Meanwhile, it also won the Innovative Raw Material Award for its self-developed core ingredient Zhenbaiyin. Held concurrently with the COSMETIC 360, this year’s summit adopted “REGENERATIONS” as its annual theme. It facilitated exchanges between Chinese beauty brands and global peers through innovative showcases, awards, keynote speeches and roundtables.…
HANOI, VIETNAM – Media OutReach Newswire – 27 October 2026 – To support the economy and in line with the Government’s and State Bank of Vietnam’s (SBV) directives, Southeast Asia Commercial Joint Stock Bank (SeABank, stock code: SSB) adjusts its 2026 business plan. The Bank also elects a new Board Chairperson to strengthen senior leadership. SeABank’s BOD currently has 8 members. Adjusting profit targets to support the economy In line with the Government and SBV directives to ease business difficulties, lower interest rates, and support economic growth, SeABank’s BOD has approved a 15% reduction in its 2026 profit-before-tax target to…
Kuala Lumpur site brings engineering expertise and technical support closer to customers KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 27 October 2026 – The Kistler Group has officially opened its new regional headquarters in Kuala Lumpur. The site serves customers in Southeast Asia, Japan, Korea, India, Australia and New Zealand and combines customer engagement, application engineering, technical support and logistics in one location. A long-term commitment to Asia-Pacific Asia is an important growth region for Kistler. As stated in its annual results, the company expects stable development across Asia and is investing in strengthening its presence there. “Our customers…
SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 27 October 2026 – Singaporeans are more active than ever, spending an average of $150 per month on fitness activities. But as sport and exercise participation hits an all-time high, so does the risk of injury, and most people are not financially prepared for what comes after. Singapore clinics have reported a twofold increase in pickleball-related injuries as the sport’s popularity surges across all age groups. ACL injuries among young athletes are on the rise, with rehabilitation timelines stretching nine to 12 months. Cycling accidents continue to result in serious fractures requiring extended hospitalisation…
New Merck Hong Kong Centre to Connect Global Expertise with Local Innovators and Accelerate R&D CommercialisationHONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 26 October 2026 – Hong Kong Science and Technology Parks Corporation (HKSTP) and Merck, a leading science and technology company in life science, healthcare and electronics, signed a collaboration agreement today to establish their strategic partnership. Under the agreement, Merck will establish the “Merck Hong Kong Centre” at Hong Kong Science Park, dedicated to bringing in advanced scientific products, showcasing live technological demonstrations, and providing expert consultation services. Through technical training and clinical advisory sessions, an innovation…
300+ AI Applications Delivering Surges in Core Metrics and Annual Cost Reduction of Over CNY100 Million (Approx. US$15 Million) NANJING, CHINA – Media OutReach Newswire – 26 October 2026 – Nanjing Iron & Steel Co., Ltd. (NISCO) has worked with Huawei and ecosystem partners to commercially deploy the world’s first steel model powered by swarm intelligence—the YuanYe Steel Large Model (YuanYe)—across multiple scenarios at scale. This helps NISCO transition its core operations from relying on experience to being powered by data and intelligence collaboration. NISCO’s intelligent operations center that covers the widest business range in the industry and uses 5-dimensional…
BEIJING, CHINA – Media OutReach Newswire – 26 October 2026 – The iFLYTEK 1024 Global Developer Festival 2026 opened in Beijing on October 22. At the event, iFLYTEK Chairman Liu Qingfeng unveiled several new products, including the iFLYTEK Spark-X2.6 model featuring integrated on-device and cloud capabilities. From opening up development tools to fostering collaboration across an open and thriving developer ecosystem, iFLYTEK remains committed to innovation in foundational technologies, working alongside developers to turn technological breakthroughs into broader societal value. This year’s iFLYTEK Developer Competition attracted 52,120 teams from 351 cities across 15 countries, setting a new participation record. Turning…
SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 26 October 2026 – Leading homegrown financial services company Singlife hosted the inaugural New Life Youth Forum, “Untrashing Nature: How Can It Be Done?”, on Saturday, 24 October 2026, bringing nearly 100 students and young adults together at Central Library, to discuss the impact of everyday choices on the environment. Guest-of-Honour Dr Janil Puthucheary, Senior Minister of State, Ministry of Education and Ministry of Sustainability and the Environment delivered the keynote address. Dr Janil Puthucheary, Senior Minister of State, Ministry of Education and Ministry of Sustainability and the Environment, with panellists, moderator, emcee and…
Two-Day Event to be Held on 4-5 November Bringing Together Global Investors and Entrepreneurs to Explore New Frontiers in Agentic AI, One-Person Companies (OPCs), and Hong Kong’s Role as an International Innovation, Funding, and Technology Hub HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 26 October 2026 – As the global venture capital market evolves amid economic shifts, investment flows are increasingly concentrated, particularly in artificial intelligence (AI), which continues to drive significant momentum. The annual flagship event, Cyberport Venture & Capital Forum (CVCF), will take place on 4-5 November 2026at Cyberport. Themed “Scaling in a Changing World: Winning the…
53 groups of treasured painted enamels from CUHK go on display in the UK for the first time, tracing East-West artistic innovationHONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 26 October 2026 – The Art Museum of The Chinese University of Hong Kong (CUHK) and The Fitzwilliam Museum at the University of Cambridge have unveiled the historic joint exhibition “An Enamel Revolution: China and the World”, running from 20 October 2026 to 21 February 2027 in the United Kingdom. Supported by the Culture, Sports and Tourism Bureau of the Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region of the People’s…
The inaugural TXA Awards 2026 celebrates all the contributions of the transport industry’s leaders, innovators and visionaries!KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 26 October 2026 – Transport Expo Asia – hosted by the Ministry of Transport Malaysia and organised by Alpine Integrated Solution – is the only event of its kind in the world to feature all sectors of Land, Rail, Aviation, Maritime, and Logistics participating under one umbrella. 410 participating companies from 23 nations will be part of the 2026 edition. The inaugural edition of the Transport Expo Asia (TXA) Awards 2026 took place this 22 October…
BANGKOK, THAILAND – Media OutReach Newswire – 26 October 2026 – Bangkok has pledged to make WorldPride 2030 a platform for advancing LGBTQIA+ visibility and solidarity across Asia – ensuring the event’s first arrival in the region strengthens communities beyond the host city. As the official applicant and host, Bangkok Pride’s bid commits to giving activists and organizations from across Asia a meaningful role in WorldPride while fostering connections with global partners to build support that continues beyond the occasion. Across Asia, LGBTQIA+ communities operate under widely differing conditions. Bangkok’s bid aims to provide a platform where communities can raise…
Overnight AI challenge saw 60 participants tackle a series of challenges using OpenAI Codex, with Kay Hng Quek taking the top prizeSINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 26 October 2026 – Coupang, a Seattle-based technology company that serves customers in 190 countries and territories, co-hosted an overnight AI hackathon, AI Grand Prix Singapore 2026 (“AI Grand Prix”) with OpenAI. It was presented by Elev8, with Carousell Group as venue partner. Held from 24 to 25 October 2026 at Carousell Campus, the overnight AI Grand Prix brought together 60 participants, selected from a pool of 150 applicants, to tackle a series…
GigaBash, HELLCARD, Gordian Quest, Winion Virus, Monstrum And UNYIELDER Arrive As Steam Keys In One Checkout, On Sale Through November 3LOS ANGELES, US – Media OutReach Newswire – 26 October 2026 – Xsolla, a global commerce company, today announced that Xsolla Mall, its online destination for video games, is selling six indie PC games from six studios as a single bundle for $9.99. The games arrive as Steam keys in one checkout, and the bundle is available for two weeks, through Tuesday, November 3, at 07:59 a.m. UTC. Bought one at a time, the six games would cost $123.94, putting…
KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 26 October 2026 – Philippine leaders and organisations are demonstrating how business excellence can strengthen workplaces, empower communities and create lasting value. Their recognition at the ACES Awards 2026 celebrates achievements across leadership, industry, environmental responsibility and social impact. Dr Shanggari Balakrishnan, MORS Group CEO and ACES Awards President, speaks at ACES Awards 2026, which recognised Philippine leaders and organisations for achievements in leadership, corporate excellence and sustainability. “These honourees reflect the depth and diversity of Philippine excellence,” said Dr Shanggari Balakrishnan, MORS Group CEO and ACES Awards President. “Their achievements remind…
BEIJING, CHINA – Media OutReach Newswire – 26 October 2026 – Tsinghua University has released two major evaluation reports examining the development of city hotline services in China and around the world, highlighting an emerging global trend in which hotlines are evolving from public service portals into important hubs for urban governance. The reports were unveiled Monday at the opening ceremony of the 2026 Beijing Forum on Swift Response to Public Complaints, underscoring the growing role of hotlines in improving public services, strengthening government coordination and enhancing urban governance. The reports, titled the Evaluation Report on China’s 12345 Hotline Services…
SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 26 October 2026 – Programme choice, fees, university recognition and career prospects are often among the first considerations when students compare higher education options. For students who may require accessibility support, however, another practical question can be equally relevant: whether they will be able to participate effectively in learning and campus life once they enrol. Accessibility in higher education extends beyond physical infrastructure. It can include how students access learning, participate in classes and assessments, navigate the campus, and communicate individual requirements to their institution. In Singapore, the Enabling Masterplan 2030 (EMP2030) sets out…