JAKARTA, INDONESIA - Media OutReach Newswire - 15 April 2026 - Huawei Cloud AI Boost Day, themed "Agentic AI Practice", was successfully held in Jakarta. At the event, Huawei Cloud announced the official launch of its MaaS service in Asia Pacific.

Following the rollout of AI Compute Service in Hong Kong (China), Thailand, Indonesia, and Singapore in 2025, Huawei Cloud MaaS (Model-as-a-Service) is now available, leveraging Huawei's in-house acceleration engine to support mainstream models and provide customers with stable and high-quality token services.

Huawei Cloud continues to strengthen its collaboration with high-quality open-source models in the industry. Six models from three categories-GLM, DeepSeek, and Qwen-are the first to be supported by MaaS. These models are designed for two major application scenarios: intelligent Q&A and AI coding. They offer one-click access and out-of-the-box model hosting services, covering the entire lifecycle of model management from deployment to inference, fine-tuning, and evaluation. With elastic compute and pay-per-use billing, enterprises and developers can quickly integrate AI capabilities into their service systems without having to worry about the underlying infrastructure. This makes AI accessible to everyone.

Notably, this release includes support for the latest GLM-5 model. GLM-5 has attained state-of-the-art (SOTA) performance in coding and agent capabilities, making it an ideal general-purpose agent foundation for complex system engineering and long-text agent tasks in enterprise environments.

Huawei Cloud's long-term strategic investment in AI has resulted in a comprehensive suite of AI solutions, including CloudMatrix AI Infra, MaaS, ModelArts (a model training and inference platform), CodeArts (a coding agent), AgentArts (an agent platform), and DataArts (a data agent).

CodeArts and AgentArts will be launched outside the Chinese mainland in the second half of 2026.

Huawei Cloud has established an optimized cloud infrastructure network in the Asia Pacific region. This network comprises five Regions and 18 availability zones (AZs) located in Singapore, Thailand, Hong Kong (China), Indonesia, and the Philippines, ensuring a 50 ms access latency. Additionally, in Malaysia, Huawei Cloud and partners have jointly built a local cloud.

Huawei Cloud AI Compute Service have helped many Asia Pacific customers elevate their cloud journey from simply migrating to the cloud to using AI well. They have benefited from improved productivity and better adaptation to changing environments.

iFLYTEK, a leading intelligent voice and AI company, selected Singapore as the first destination for its global expansion strategy in 2023, naturally extending its collaboration with Huawei Cloud from China to a global scale. Huawei Cloud AI Compute Service helped iFLYTEK quickly deploy their large language model training resources within two weeks. The training remained stable for 60 days without interruption, ensuring zero faults during the release of major versions.

In Vietnam, Green and Smart Mobility (GSM), an emerging green mobility platform, migrated its core operations platform to Huawei Cloud to reduce costs, enhance efficiency, and achieve multi-cloud flexibility. GSM has developed a comprehensive fleet management platform using AI and IoT. By utilizing Huawei Cloud IoTDA and ModelArts AI technologies, GSM analyzes violations and generates risk alerts to ensure driver and passenger safety, thereby fulfilling its mission of promoting green and safe transportation.

Huawei Cloud will continue to invest in AI innovation and provide a secure, stable, and intelligent cloud foundation to help enterprises in Asia Pacific achieve sustainable business growth in the AI era.

About Huawei

Founded in 1987, Huawei is a leading global provider of information and communications technology (ICT) infrastructure and smart devices. We have 207,000 employees and we operate in more than 170 countries and regions, serving more than three billion people around the world.

Our vision and mission is to bring digital to every person, home and organisation for a fully connected, intelligent world. To this end, we will work towards ubiquitous connectivity and inclusive network access, laying the foundation for an intelligent world; providing diversified computing power where you need it, when you need it, to bring cloud and intelligence to all four corners of the earth; build digital platforms to help all industries and organisations become more agile, efficient, and dynamic; and redefine user experience with AI, making it smarter and more personalised for people in all aspects of their life, whether they're at home, on the go, in the office, having fun, or working out. For more information, please visit Huawei online at www.huawei.com

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*New Schneider Electric survey of 1,453 global executives reveals a widening gap between AI ROI ambition and operational reality in the consumer-packaged goods sector

*Data quality, legacy automation and change management - not AI availability - emerge as the primary blockers to successful AI adoption

LONDON, April 15, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Schneider Electric, the global leader in energy technology, today released new findings from its global 2026 Industrial AI in CPG Survey,1 revealing that consumer-packaged goods (CPG) manufacturers expect significant increases in production inefficiencies and cost pressures by 2030.

Many are turning to industrial intelligence - the combined power of AI, data and automation - to reinforce competitiveness in a decade of accelerating volatility.

Structural manufacturing costs expected to rise by 2030

The survey reveals CPG manufacturers expect an accelerating margin crisis, with inefficiencies including manufacturing delays, downtime, and equipment failure already amounting to an estimated 20.3% of the final manufactured product cost today. Respondents report 15.2% of mean manufacturing revenue lost today due to delays, downtime, rework, quality deviations or suboptimal asset use.

These preventable losses are expected to worsen sharply, reaching 21.37% next year and rising toward 29.14% by 2030.

Many CPG manufacturers are betting on industrial AI to cut the projected rise in preventable production losses.

AI expectations surge while readiness lags

Today, just one in eight (13%) CPG manufacturers say AI is embedded end-to-end in core operations and decision-making. By 2030, more than a third (37%) expect AI to be core to their operations, a tripling of adoption in just four years.

Respondents also expect AI-driven Return on Investment (ROI) to rise sharply:

a third (32.7%) anticipate returns of 50-74% on their AI projects by 2030

nearly a tenth (7.9%) forecast returns of above 100%, meaning AI investments would pay for themselves in under a year

This level of performance today is seen only in WEF Lighthouses2 or autonomous factories.

In contrast, seventy percent of respondents say current AI ROI is under 20%, with nearly a third (28.4%) seeing ROI of 5% or less, reflecting an industry still extracting limited value from early-stage deployments.

"Manufacturers are projecting a tripling of the end-to-end AI adoption by 2030, alongside a step change in the returns they expect to see, matching the levels only the most advanced Lighthouse and autonomous factories achieve today," said Neil Smith, President, CPG, Schneider Electric. "This expectation gap is the strongest signal of urgency we've seen in years. AI can only be transformative when it delivers true industrial intelligence: the ability to turn real-time operational data, modern automation and AI into synchronized decisions that improve efficiency at scale. Many organizations are still operating brownfield sites with fragmented data and legacy systems that limit AI's value and adoption. Closing this readiness gap is now one of the most important competitiveness priorities for the CPG sector."

The barrier is not AI technology, it's foundational readiness for industrial intelligence

Despite strong confidence in AI's potential, survey respondents consistently identify structural, not technological, hurdles as the primary obstacles to scaling:

skills gaps in AI or data science (43.0%),

legacy automation systems and infrastructure (37.5%),

lack of contextualized operational data (36.3%),

workforce resistance (25.7%),

All of these emerge ahead of cybersecurity or compliance concerns (21.7%).

"The results are clear: delivering the transformational ROI expected for industrial AI in just four years requires a step change in collaboration, transparency and shared standards," said Cecile Vercellino, SVP Services, Industrial Automation at Schneider Electric. "Through SE Advisory Services, we are already applying our own Lighthouse manufacturing know-how with customers around the world, helping them turn digital ambition into measurable impact. We believe that sharing and deploying best practices and sector-specific expertise will catalyze the next wave of industrial digital transformation."

The new paper: "Beyond the Hype: Practical AI for Competitive Consumer Goods Manufacturing" published today by Schneider Electric in collaboration with AVEVA, provides guidance on successful AI implementation across the food and beverage and life sciences sectors. It outlines the pathway to autonomous operations through industrial data, modular automation, electrification and Industrial AI implementation steps.

Press contact: media.relations@se.com

About Schneider Electric

Schneider Electric is a global energy technology leader, driving efficiency and sustainability by electrifying, automating, and digitalizing industries, businesses, and homes. Its technologies enable buildings, data centers, factories, infrastructure, and grids to operate as open, interconnected ecosystems, enhancing performance, resilience, and sustainability. The portfolio includes intelligent devices, software-defined architectures, AI-powered systems, digital services, and expert advisory. With 160,000 employees and 1 million partners in over 100 countries, Schneider Electric is consistently ranked among the world's most sustainable companies.

  

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1 The statistically representative research was conducted by Censuswide, among a sample of 1,453 (25% of the sample were C-suite and 75% were senior manufacturing decision-makers) across the Life Sciences and Food & Beverage sectors in the UK, US, Italy, Germany, Sweden, Norway, Finland, France, Denmark, KSA, Austria, Ireland, Switzerland, and Egypt. The data was collected from February to March 2026.

2 McKinsey, "How manufacturing's Lighthouses are capturing the full value of AI", 2024. Source: https://www.mckinsey.com/capabilities/operations/our-insights/how-manufacturings-lighthouses-are-capturing-the-full-value-of-ai

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*BRIDGE Summit, which focuses on the future of global media, will be held for five days from November 28-December 2, 2026, on Yas Island in Abu Dhabi

*The move to Yas Island ensures space for more ambitious exhibitions and programming

*Signals BRIDGE's evolution into a long-term institutional platform driving global media industry transformation

ABU DHABI, United Arab Emirates, April 14, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) --  BRIDGE Alliance will expand its flagship BRIDGE Summit to five days for its second edition, taking place from November 28 - December 2, 2026, and move to a larger venue, Abu Dhabi's Yas Island, in partnership with Miral, the leading creator of immersive destinations and experiences in the Emirate.

The expansion reflects a broader strategic shift to position BRIDGE as a year-round global platform shaping the future of media, the creative economy, and cross-border collaboration.

The announcement was made during the third Board of Directors meeting chaired by His Excellency Sheikh Abdulla bin Mohammed bin Butti Al Hamed, where members outlined plans to evolve BRIDGE from a high-impact gathering into a more permanent institutional platform designed to drive long-term industry transformation.

BRIDGE Summit 2026 will convene leaders across media, technology, investment, and content creation, with a focus on deepening professional engagement to facilitate new business models, co-production, and access to regional and global markets.

Sheikh Abdulla bin Mohammed bin Butti Al Hamed

His Excellency Sheikh Abdulla bin Mohammed bin Butti Al Hamed, Chairman of BRIDGE Alliance

"BRIDGE is a long-term institutional project that redefines the role of media within the equation of development, economy, and knowledge," says H.E Sheikh Abdulla Al Hamed.

Programming will continue to span seven core sectors - media, creator economy, technology and artificial intelligence, marketing, gaming, music, and filmmaking - reflecting the forces reshaping the content landscape. The extended format and larger venue underscore growing international demand for platforms that move beyond dialogue toward measurable outcomes.

His Excellency Dr. Jamal Al Kaabi, Vice Chairman of BRIDGE Alliance adds: "The BRIDGE Summit reflects the UAE's transition from supporting the media economy to engineering its operational platforms."

The inaugural BRIDGE Summit, held in December 2025 at ADNEC, drew more than 40,000 participants from 182 countries, hosted 1,276 business meetings, and resulted in 48 agreements and partnerships-establishing a strong foundation for its continued expansion.

About BRIDGE Alliance

BRIDGE Alliance is an independent global organization headquartered in Abu Dhabi, focused on advancing collaboration, trust, and innovation across the international media landscape.

Contact: Kholood Albuainain, Executive.Office@bridge-summit.com

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COPENHAGEN, Denmark, April 14, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Arla Foods Ingredients has developed high-protein, nutrient-dense application concepts for users of GLP-1 anti-obesity medications, which it will showcase at Vitafoods Europe (5th-7th May 2026 in Barcelona).

Originally developed to treat diabetes, GLP-1 receptor agonists have re-shaped the weight management market. In 2025, 11% of consumers globally [1] and 18% in the US [2] who were actively trying to lose weight reported using them, with uptake expected to rise as availability expands, tablet formats emerge and prices fall [3].

However, GLP-1 use is associated with side effects: lean muscle loss may reach 40% of total mass lost, versus around 25% with traditional interventions [4, 5, 6], while up to 76% of GLP-1 consumers report gastric discomfort and reduced appetite [7].

To help manufacturers address these needs, Arla Foods Ingredients has developed high-protein concepts with Nutrilac and Lacprodan BLG-100, delivering all essential amino acids for muscle health in nutrient-dense formats, and incorporating probiotics / cultures from Novonesis to support digestive well-being. 

The range includes great-tasting formats for reduced appetites:

* A fermented, high-protein shot featuring Nutrilac ProteinBoost, offering 10g of protein per 70ml serving; low fat, lactose-reduced and no added sugar.

* A fermented, high-protein drinking yoghurt featuring Nutrilac ProteinBoost and Nutrilac MFGM, providing 20g protein per 200ml serving; lactose-reduced.

* A fermented, high-protein spoonable yoghurt featuring Nutrilac ProteinBoost, Nutrilac YO-7700, and Capolac milk minerals, providing 20g protein per 120g serving; high in calcium, low fat and lactose-reduced.

* A high-protein water-based shot for ambient storage, featuring Lacprodan BLG-100 and providing 21g of protein per 100ml serving; fat-free, sugar-free and low in lactose.

Anne Widart, Chief Commercial Officer of Arla Foods Ingredients, said: "Nutrition for GLP-1 users is a growing category, creating opportunities for dairy manufacturers. There is increasing demand for nutrient-dense, high-protein products in formats suited to smaller appetites. Our concepts are designed to help manufacturers respond to these evolving needs."

Arla Foods Ingredients will showcase the GLP-1 companion nutrition solutions at Vitafoods Europe (Stand #3G156) alongside two additional concepts:

An aerated protein bar solution made with Nutrilac PB-8420, offering high-quality milk protein and a light, soft texture enabled by stable air incorporation during processing and shelf life.

Ready-to-stir medical nutrition powder solutions made with Lacprodan BLG-100 Acidic, combining a refreshing taste, no bitterness and low astringency, low viscosity at high protein levels, and good solubility in water, foods and drinks.

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The partnership brings risk-buffered, high-yield stablecoin infrastructure natively to the network, the latest signal that Movement is becoming the on-chain home for payments, remittances, and neobanks

SAN FRANCISCO, April 14, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Move Industries, the core contributor of the Movement Network today announced its partnership with Avant Protocol, the institutional infrastructure for onchain savings, to integrate Avant's yield infrastructure natively into the Movement ecosystem.

The integration gives Movement users access to savUSD, Avant's yield-bearing stablecoin, while positioning Movement as the destination of choice for fintech companies, neobanks, and payment providers that need idle capital to work harder without loosening their risk controls. It is the first integration of its kind on Movement, and one of the few DeFi yield products built to meet the standards regulated financial partners actually require.

How It Works

Users deposit stablecoins and earn yield automatically, with no active management required. Under the hood, savUSD generates yield through a dynamic and actively managed multi-strategy framework. This framework is designed to be adaptable to evolving market conditions by diversifying capital across several distinct sources of onchain yield.

The protocol's treasury is allocated to strategies that offer the optimal risk-adjusted return. This approach avoids dependence on any single yield source and aims for consistent performance over time. Protecting that yield is a multi-layered capital stack rarely seen in DeFi.

Avant Protocol utilizes a multi-layered capital structure designed to prioritize the protection of user funds. In the event of a loss from a yield-generating strategy, protocol-level funds, the Reserve Fund acts as the first line of defense. This means protocol-owned capital is put at risk before any user-staked funds, demonstrating an exceptional commitment to user protection.

Beyond the Reserve Fund, approximately 20% of Avant's TVL is held in a junior tranche, a first-loss layer currently exceeding $23M that absorbs further downside before senior depositors are affected.

Movement users access savUSD directly on-chain via Avant's OFT (Omnichain Fungible Token) deployment, enabling seamless, bridgeless stablecoin liquidity flow on Movement. Additional leverage is available through Move Position, Movement's native lending market, letting users compound returns at a cost structure previously out of reach for retail participants.

Why It Matters

Most DeFi yield products force a tradeoff: high returns or capital safety. Avant's architecture delivers both. For builders and partners in payments, remittances, and neobanking, where capital must work harder but risk tolerances are tightly governed, that distinction is critical. Movement is actively pursuing partnerships with neobanks and fintech companies, many of which hold hundreds of millions in user treasury funds currently parked in low-yield instruments.

The Avant integration gives those partners a credible, on-chain yield option that mirrors the risk management standards of regulated finance, built natively into Movement's infrastructure.

This partnership follows a string of announcements that reflect Movement's growing traction with regulated financial infrastructure. Movement's recent integration with Circle brings native USDC support to the network via USDCx, and its partnership with KAST connects Movement to a global payments and card issuance platform serving users across more than 30 countries. Taken together, these partnerships point to a network increasingly built for real financial utility.

What Sets Avant Apart

Risk-buffered yield architecture. With a tiered loss absorption sequence - protocol-owned reserve fund, then junior tranche, then senior tranche, savUSD holders are insulated by multiple layers of capital before any loss reaches them. This is a structured finance mechanism rarely seen in DeFi, and a requirement for the institutional partners Movement is onboarding.

Adaptive, multi-strategy yield. Rather than relying on a single yield source, Avant generates yield through a dynamic and actively managed multi-strategy framework, designed to be adaptable to evolving market conditions by diversifying capital across several distinct sources of onchain yield. The result is durable, risk-adjusted returns that don't depend on any single protocol or market dynamic. Live yield and collateral data is available on Avant's transparency dashboard.

Institutional security stack. Avant has completed independent audits with Cyfrin, Dedaub, Omniscia, and operational security audit with Trail of Bits, with no critical or severe findings. The protocol operates with MPC custody, a multi-party approval framework for all external fund transfers and whitelisting, 24/7 real-time threat monitoring through Hypernative, and ongoing penetration testing. Avant has been unaffected by every category incident to date.

Cheap leverage for compounded returns. Via Move Position, users can access low-cost leverage against savUSD to amplify yield, a capital efficiency strategy that mirrors institutional approaches, now accessible at the wallet level.

"Move is for money and money should work harder for the people who need it most," said Torab Torabi, CEO, Move Industries. "Avant gives Movement users and partners access to the kind of structured, risk-adjusted yield infrastructure that institutional players have had for years. We're not just building a faster chain. We're building the place where capital comes to compound."

The Bigger Picture

The Avant integration is the first step in Movement's broader strategy to become the settlement layer where capital-heavy fintech partnerships choose to land. The measure of success is not just transaction throughput. It is what happens to funds once they arrive.

ABOUT MOVEMENT

Movement is the global settlement layer for digital dollars built to move money quickly, cheaply, and compliantly at global scale. Developed by Move Industries, the M1 network is the financial infrastructure behind a growing ecosystem of neobanks, fintech platforms, and payment providers, enabling them to offer instant stablecoin settlement and institutional-grade yield to anyone, anywhere. Movement is focused on one mission: bringing global financial products to the people who need them most. For more information, visit MovementNetwork.xyz and follow @Movement_xyz on X.

ABOUT AVANT

Avant Protocol builds institutional-grade yield infrastructure for onchain savings. Its adaptive multi-manager architecture diversifies across strategies and trading teams, dynamically adjusting allocations to deliver best-in-class risk-adjusted returns. User funds are protected by a multi-layered capital stack, a protocol-owned reserve fund, a junior tranche buffer, and an institutional security framework built on MPC custody, multiple independent audits, and 24/7 threat monitoring. Avant has grown to over $145M in TVL with zero emissions and zero security incidents since launch. Learn more about Avant at AvantProtocol.com and follow @avantprotocol on X.

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Contact:

Carmen Pearson

carmen.pearson@movementlabs.xyz

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BEIJING, CHINA - Media OutReach Newswire - 14 April 2026 - The 2026 Beijing E-Town Half-Marathon and Humanoid Robot Half-Marathon is scheduled to kick off on April 19. To ensure better preparation for the event, the Beijing Economic-Technological Development Area (BDA), also known as Beijing E-Town, organized a full-process, all-element test run for the 2026 Humanoid Robot Half-Marathon from the night of April 11 to the early hours of April 12.

The drill comprehensively simulated core scenarios such as track passage, process scheduling, equipment coordination, and emergency support, serving as a combat-ready exercise to safeguard the official race. Of the registered teams, more than 70 participated in this test, including four international teams, with both autonomous navigation and remote-controlled teams conducting night trials on the course together.

As the world's first humanoid robot marathon event brand, this competition has reached new heights in terms of scale, technological innovation, and organizational requirements. Therefore, the drill was conducted to drive a further upgrade in the quality of event preparations.

In terms of scale, the number of participating teams for this year has grown by nearly five times compared to last year, exceeding 100 teams. Covering two major categories-autonomous navigation and remote control-with autonomous teams accounting for nearly 40%, the number of participants, types of technology, and scope of testing have all reached historic highs. Consequently, full-process drills are required to solidify operational links, hone team coordination, and ensure the efficient operation of the event.

Regarding technological innovation, the first large-scale application of autonomous navigation technology has become a major highlight and challenge. In complex and changing environments, robots face difficulties in perceiving and making decisions within intricate surroundings, posing huge challenges to their computing power. At the same time, long-distance running places severe tests on the robots' endurance, specifically examining their long-range stamina and energy management capabilities. Furthermore, dynamic balance and gait control capabilities are put to the test; robots must maintain dynamic balance at all times. Especially during high-speed running or sharp turns, the requirements for adaptive gait and millisecond-level posture correction are extremely high to prevent falls caused by shifts in the center of gravity.

In terms of regulations, this year's event has also seen systematic upgrades in five areas: stricter rules on human intervention, more scientific start and movement protocols, clearer scoring and penalty criteria, more standardized supply and equipment management, and tighter safety and emergency procedures.

Facing these numerous challenges, the main purpose of this full-process, all-element test is to conduct technical validation, process refinement, risk prevention, and standard consolidation, ensuring the official race proceeds safely, smoothly, efficiently, and in an orderly manner. This drill, adhering to the standards of "full-process, all-scenarios, and all-elements," followed the complete official race route of 21.0975 kilometers for the first time. It followed official race timelines, track rules, and support systems, covering two categories of teams (autonomous and remote-controlled), two types of scenarios (urban main roads and eco-parks), and two major segments (technical competition and service support). Through full-chain stress testing, the organizers carried out targeted breakthrough verifications to precisely identify potential issues and optimize procedural details.

The entire event involves a full chain of operations including start-line assembly, track control, battery swapping and resupply, finish-line diversion, emergency containment, vehicle dispatch, timing and judging, and security and medical services. All these must undergo practical drills to identify risks, optimize movement lines, and unify standards. This test comprehensively inspects the stability and reliability of humanoid robot technology, laying a solid foundation for the successful hosting of the official event.

During this test, team positioning was strictly verified and orderly arranged based on technical data submitted by each team, ensuring the process was open, standardized, fair, and orderly. As a realistic pre-race simulation drill, the test focused on process refinement, problem identification, and detail optimization. Test results were for reference only and did not count towards official rankings or race results. At the same time, speed performance and operational data of the teams during the test were within the scope of verification and do not represent their level in the official competition.

Currently, the short-distance speed of robots has improved significantly, and some teams predict that their half-marathon results may approach the level of elite human athletes. As a competition that serves as an extreme test of comprehensive performance and adaptability to complex terrain, the final results are worth looking forward to. On April 19, this human-robot co-running half-marathon will officially kick off, providing more impetus for the development of the robotics industry and accelerating the transition of humanoid robots from the laboratory to real-world applications.

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Hongkong Land and Gammon Construction bring CarbonCure Low‑Carbon Concrete to Hong Kong for the first time

*Hongkong Land and Gammon Construction introduce CarbonCure's CO₂ mineralisation technology in Tomorrow's CENTRAL project, a first for Hong Kong.

*Injecting captured CO₂ into concrete reduces cement use by up to 7%.

*Supporting Hongkong Land's goal of cutting Scope 3 carbon intensity 22% by 2030, positioning Tomorrow's CENTRAL as a sustainability leader.

*Buildings Department approval of the CarbonCure concrete mix sets the stage for wider industry adoption.

HONG KONG SAR - Media OutReach Newswire - 14 April 2026 - Hongkong Land and Gammon Construction have partnered to introduce CarbonCure to Hong Kong. Through this strategic collaboration, the companies are deploying the patented CO₂ mineralisation technology in Tomorrow's CENTRAL project, marking its first use in Hong Kong. This alliance pioneers low-carbon building materials in the city and accelerates the wider industry's transition.

Reducing cement‑related emissions without compromising performance

Embodied carbon accounted for 70% of Hongkong Land's total carbon emissions in 2025, with industry research indicating that more than 80% of the embodied carbon in a typical new commercial building is associated with concrete, brick and steel. Cement production generates about 7% of global CO₂ emissions, more than three times that of civil aviation, making it a critical decarbonisation priority.

CarbonCure offers one of the most effective solutions, reducing cement content by 4?7% without compromising concrete quality or performance. The new technology injects captured CO₂ into fresh concrete during mixing, where it undergoes a chemical reaction to form a mineral, permanently trapping carbon within the material. When combined with a low-carbon concrete mix containing approximately 40% Ground Granulated Blast-Furnace Slag (GGBS), a 34% carbon emissions reduction is achieved compared to traditional non-green concrete.

Implementing this innovative technology supports Hongkong Land's target of achieving a 22% reduction in Scope 3 carbon intensity by 2030. It also aligns with Tomorrow's CENTRAL project's sustainability objectives, including using 100% low carbon concrete, 100% green rebar, and 100% sustainable timber during construction, and to divert 75% of construction waste.

Tomorrow's CENTRAL: a project with sustainability at its core

Tomorrow's CENTRAL is Hongkong Land's bold three-year plan to transform the LANDMARK retail portfolio. Announced in June 2024, the project is ambitious in its scope, encompassing extensive fa?ade enhancements, retail renovations and office lift-lobby relocations From inception, sustainability has been the project's guiding principle.

The CarbonCure concrete mix technology was deployed by Hongkong Land and Gammon in November 2025 after it was approved by the Buildings Department in September 2025 following a rigorous 18-month testing and preparation period.

Michael T. Smith, Group Chief Executive of Hongkong Land, said: "Sustainability is a key business priority for Hongkong Land. Using lower carbon concrete on Tomorrow's CENTRAL helps to advance the goals of our Sustainability Framework 2030. As the first developer to apply this technology in Hong Kong's premium commercial sector, we continue to demonstrate our commitment to innovation and encourage wider industry uptake."

Eddie Tse, Group Sustainability Manager, Gammon Construction, said: "We are delighted to partner with Hongkong Land on Hong Kong's first application of CarbonCure concrete. Their strong commitment to sustainability and openness to pioneering solutions have been instrumental in making this milestone possible. By permanently mineralising carbon within building materials and reducing cement use, lower carbon concrete represents a meaningful step forward in embodied‑carbon reduction. With this successful deployment, we look forward to extending similar innovations across the industry and collaborating with more clients to drive low‑carbon construction in Hong Kong."

Hongkong Land

Hongkong Land is a major listed property development, investment and management group. It focuses on developing, owning and managing premium and ultra-premium mixed-use real estate in Asian gateway cities, featuring Grade A office, luxury retail, residential and hospitality products. With over US$50 billion in assets under management, Hongkong Land's ultra-premium mixed-use real estate footprint spans over 1.97 million sq. m. lettable area in operation and 1.43 million sq. m. lettable area under development, with flagship mixed-use projects in Hong Kong, Singapore and Shanghai. Its properties hold industry leading green building certifications and attract the world's foremost companies and luxury brands. Established in 1889, Hongkong Land takes a long-term view, investing significantly alongside its capital partners and concentrating its portfolio where it can create the most value for tenants, customers and investors. Hongkong Land Holdings Limited has a primary listing on the London Stock Exchange, with secondary listings in Singapore and Bermuda. Hongkong Land is a member of the Jardine Matheson Group.

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(From left to right) Mr. Eddie Tse, Group Sustainability Manager, Gammon Construction; Ms. Ka Yan Chu, Assistant Technical Manager, Concrete Technology Services, Gammon Construction; Ms. Grace Lam, Senior Sustainability Manager, Hongko

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EBC Financial Group merayakan semangat festival paling ikonik di Thailand sebagai sponsor resmi S2O Songkran Music Festival 2026

Source: EBC Financial Group

BANGKOK, April 14, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Ada satu momen setiap bulan April ketika Bangkok menjadi lebih hidup dengan cara yang tak tertandingi di belahan dunia mana pun. Jalanan dipenuhi dengan warna dan air. Musik menghentak dari panggung terbuka. Orang asing pun seketika terasa akrab. Momen itulah bernama Songkran, dan tahun ini EBC Financial Group ("EBC") dengan bangga merayakannya sebagai sponsor resmi S2O Songkran Music Festival 2026.

Pemberian sponsor ini mencerminkan komitmen jangka panjang EBC untuk mendukung tradisi budaya yang semarak di berbagai komunitas tempat EBC beroperasi. Sebagai salah satu festival air dan musik paling terkenal di Asia, S2O telah berkembang menjadi simbol identitas budaya Thailand di tingkat global. Perpaduan antara tradisi berusia ratusan tahun dan hiburan kontemporer kelas dunia ini setiap tahunnya menarik ribuan peserta dari dalam maupun luar negeri.

Broker yang Hadir di Tengah Komunitasnya

Sebagai Mitra Resmi Valuta Asing FC Barcelona, EBC berdiri berdampingan dengan salah satu institusi olahraga paling ikonik di dunia. EBC terhubung dengan jutaan penggemar sepak bola di Asia, Amerika Latin, Timur Tengah, dan Afrika melalui keyakinan bersama pada kerja sama tim, ambisi, dan keunggulan. Melalui kolaborasi berkelanjutan dengan Departemen Ekonomi di Universitas Oxford, EBC yang dinobatkan sebagai Broker Terbaik Sedunia oleh World Finance pada tahun 2023?2025 ini, membantu menghadirkan pemikiran ekonomi kelas dunia kepada audiens global, yang menjadikan literasi keuangan dan ekonomi lebih mudah diakses dan inklusif. Dan sebagai mitra kampanye United to Beat Malaria dari Yayasan PBB, yang kini memasuki tahun kedua, EBC berinvestasi pada kesehatan dan kesetaraan di komunitas yang dilayaninya karena tanggung jawab seorang broker tidak berhenti di layar trading.

Mendukung S2O merupakan babak lanjutan yang alami dalam kisah tersebut. Saat FC Barcelona menghadirkan dinamika kompetisi, Oxford mengasah pemikiran, dan Yayasan PBB melindungi kelompok yang paling rentan, S2O merayakan budaya, kegembiraan, dan semangat kebersamaan. Bagi broker yang selalu percaya pada kehadiran yang bermakna di komunitas yang dilayaninya, Songkran menjadi panggung yang sempurna.

Merayakan Budaya Thailand di Panggung Global

Songkran lebih dari sekadar hari libur. Ini adalah perwujudan nyata dari kemurahan hati, pembaruan, dan kebersamaan khas Thailand: nilai-nilai yang bergema melampaui batas-batas negaranya. S2O Songkran Music Festival menjadi representasi kuat dari semangat tersebut, sekaligus memperkenalkan kepada dunia sebuah perayaan yang penuh kegembiraan, inklusif, dan sangat khas Thailand.

Bagi EBC, kesempatan untuk menjadi bagian dari kisah tersebut sangat berarti. Kekayaan budaya dan energi kreatif Thailand telah lama menjadikan negara ini sebagai salah satu masyarakat paling dinamis di Asia Tenggara. Dengan mendukung festival yang menonjolkan tradisi Thailand di panggung global, EBC menghormati budaya negara yang memiliki posisi penting dalam kehadirannya di tingkat regional, sekaligus menegaskan keyakinannya bahwa komunitas tempatnya beroperasi layak dirayakan, bukan hanya dilayani.

Melampaui Layar, Hadir Merayakan Momen

Pada intinya, pemberian sponsor ini mencerminkan karakter broker seperti apa yang dipilih EBC yaitu broker yang terhubung secara mendalam dengan masyarakat di setiap wilayah yang dilayaninya, memiliki minat yang sejalan, mendukung hal-hal yang mereka cintai, dan mendorong mereka untuk menjalani hidup sepenuhnya. Songkran, dengan energi, kehangatan, serta tradisinya yang menyatukan orang-orang, menjadi perwujudan sempurna dari ambisi tersebut.

Jelang dimulainya hitungan mundur menuju Songkran, EBC menantikan kebersamaan dengan ribuan pengunjung festival yang akan berkumpul di S2O Land Bangkok pada April ini. EBC hadir bukan sekadar sebagai merek di papan iklan, melainkan sebagai bagian dari perayaan itu sendiri. Sebab, beberapa kemitraan terbaik tidak lahir di ruang rapat, melainkan dalam momen-momen yang dikenang banyak orang.

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Tentang EBC Financial Group 

EBC Financial Group ("EBC"), yang didirikan di London, merupakan merek global yang terkenal akan keahliannya di bidang broker keuangan dan manajemen aset. Melalui entitas teregulasinya yang beroperasi di berbagai yurisdiksi keuangan utama?termasuk Inggris Raya, Australia, Kepulauan Cayman, Mauritius, Afrika Selatan, dan lainnya?EBC memungkinkan investor ritel, profesional, dan institusional untuk mengakses berbagai peluang trading dan pasar global, termasuk mata uang, komoditas, CFD, dan masih banyak lagi.

EBC, yang dipercaya oleh investor di lebih dari 100 negara dan mendapatkan penghargaan global, termasuk pengakuan selama beberapa tahun dari World Finance, secara luas dianggap sebagai salah satu broker terbaik di dunia dengan gelar seperti Platform Perdagangan Terbaik dan Broker Paling Tepercaya. Berkat posisi regulasinya yang kuat dan komitmen terhadap transparansi, EBC juga secara konsisten masuk dalam jajaran broker teratas-dipercaya atas kemampuannya dalam memberikan solusi trading yang aman, inovatif, dan mengutamakan klien di seluruh pasar internasional yang kompetitif.

Semua anak perusahaan EBC berlisensi dan diregulasi dalam yurisdiksi mereka masing-masing. EBC Financial Group (UK) Limited diatur oleh Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) Inggris Raya; EBC Financial Group (Cayman) Limited diatur oleh Cayman Islands Monetary Authority (CIMA); EBC Financial Group (Australia) Pty Ltd, dan EBC Asset Management Pty Ltd diatur oleh Australia's Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC); EBC Financial (MU) Ltd diotorisasi dan diatur oleh Financial Services Commission Mauritius (FSC); EBC Financial Group SA (Pty) Ltd diotorisasi dan diatur oleh Financial Sector Conduct Authority (FSCA).

Bagian terpenting di EBC adalah tim veteran industri yang memiliki pengalaman lebih dari 40 tahun dalam lembaga keuangan besar. Kami telah mengarungi berbagai siklus ekonomi penting, dari Perjanjian Plaza dan krisis franc Swiss pada tahun 2015 hingga pergolakan pasar akibat pandemi COVID-19. Kami memupuk budaya yang mengutamakan integritas, rasa hormat, dan keamanan aset klien, dengan memastikan setiap hubungan investor benar-benar diperlakukan sebagaimana mestinya.

EBC dengan bangga menjadi mitra valuta asing resmi FC Barcelona dan terus mendorong kemitraan yang berdampak besar untuk memberdayakan masyarakat?khususnya melalui inisiatif United to Beat Malaria Yayasan PBB, Departemen Ekonomi di Universitas Oxford, dan beragam mitra untuk memperjuangkan berbagai inisiatif dalam kesehatan global, ekonomi, pendidikan, dan keberlanjutan.

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EBC Financial Group celebrates the spirit of Thailand's most iconic festival as an official sponsor of the S2O Songkran Music Festival 2026

BANGKOK, April 13, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- There is a moment each April when Bangkok comes alive in a way that nowhere else on earth can match. Streets flood with colour and water. Music thunders through open-air stages. Strangers become friends in seconds. That moment is Songkran and this year, EBC Financial Group ("EBC") is proud to celebrate it as an official sponsor of the S2O Songkran Music Festival 2026.

The sponsorship reflects EBC's long-standing commitment to supporting vibrant cultural traditions in the communities where it operates. One of Asia's most celebrated water-and-music festivals, S2O has grown into a global symbol of Thai cultural identity ? a fusion of centuries-old tradition and world-class contemporary entertainment that draws thousands of international and local attendees each year.

A Broker That Shows Up Where Its Community Lives

As the Official Foreign Exchange Partner of FC Barcelona, EBC stands alongside one of the world's most iconic sporting institutions. It connects with millions of football fans across Asia, Latin America, the Middle East, and Africa through a shared belief in teamwork, ambition, and excellence. Through its ongoing collaboration with the University of Oxford's Department of Economics, this World's Best Brokerage, according to World Finance in 2023-2025, helps bring world-class economic thinking to a global audience, making financial and economic literacy more accessible and inclusive. And as a partner of the United Nations Foundation's United to Beat Malaria campaign, now in its second year, EBC invests in the health and equity of the communities it serves ? because a broker's responsibility does not end at the trading screen.

Supporting S2O is the natural next chapter in that story. Where FC Barcelona channels the thrill of competition, Oxford sharpens the mind, and the UN Foundation protects the most vulnerable, S2O celebrates culture, joy, and the spirit of coming together. For a broker that has always believed in showing up meaningfully in the communities it serves, Songkran is the perfect stage.

Celebrating Thai Culture on a Global Stage

Songkran is more than a holiday. It is a living expression of Thai generosity, renewal, and togetherness: values that resonate far beyond Thailand's borders. The S2O Songkran Music Festival has become a powerful ambassador for that spirit, introducing the world to a celebration that is joyful, inclusive, and unmistakably Thai.

For EBC, the opportunity to be part of that story is significant. Thailand's cultural richness and creative energy have long made it one of Southeast Asia's most dynamic societies. By supporting a festival that amplifies Thai traditions for a global audience, EBC honours the culture of a country that holds an important place in its regional presence ? and reinforces its belief that the communities it operates in deserve to be celebrated, not just served.

Beyond the Screen, Into the Moment

At its core, this sponsorship reflects what kind of broker EBC chooses to be - one that deeply connects with the people in every region it serves, shares their passions, supports what they love, and encourages them to live fully. Songkran, with its energy, its warmth, and its tradition of bringing people together, is the perfect expression of that ambition.

As the countdown to Songkran begins, EBC looks forward to standing alongside the thousands of festival-goers who will gather at S2O Land Bangkok this April, not as a brand on a billboard, but as part of the celebration itself. Some of the best partnerships, after all, are built not in boardrooms but in the moments people remember.

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About EBC Financial Group 

Founded in London, EBC Financial Group ("EBC") is a global brand known for its expertise in financial brokerage and asset management. Through its regulated entities operating across major financial jurisdictions-including the UK, Australia, the Cayman Islands, Mauritius, South Africa and others-EBC enables retail, professional, and institutional investors to access global markets and trading opportunities, including currencies, commodities, CFDs and more.

Trusted by investors in over 100 countries and honoured with global awards including multiple year recognition from World Finance, EBC is widely regarded as one of the world's best brokers with titles including Best Trading Platform and Most Trusted Broker. With its strong regulatory standing and commitment to transparency, EBC has also been consistently ranked among the top brokers-trusted for its ability to deliver secure, innovative, and client-first trading solutions across competitive international markets.

EBC's subsidiaries are licensed and regulated within their respective jurisdictions. EBC Financial Group (UK) Limited is regulated by the UK's Financial Conduct Authority (FCA); EBC Financial Group (Cayman) Limited is regulated by the Cayman Islands Monetary Authority (CIMA); EBC Financial Group (Australia) Pty Ltd, and EBC Asset Management Pty Ltd are regulated by Australia's Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC); EBC Financial (MU) Ltd is authorised and regulated by the Financial Services Commission Mauritius (FSC); EBC Financial Group SA (Pty) Ltd is authorised and regulated by the Financial Sector Conduct Authority (FSCA).

At the core of EBC are a team of industry veterans with over 40 years of experience in major financial institutions. Having navigated key economic cycles from the Plaza Accord and 2015 Swiss franc crisis to the market upheavals of the COVID-19 pandemic. We foster a culture where integrity, respect, and client asset security are paramount, ensuring that every investor relationship is handled with the utmost seriousness it deserves.

EBC is a proud official foreign exchange partner of FC Barcelona and continues to drive impactful partnerships to empower communities ? namely through the UN Foundation's United to Beat Malaria initiative, Department of Economics at the University of Oxford, and a diverse range of partners to champion initiatives in global health, economics, education, and sustainability.

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Source: Ai-Media Technologies LLC

NEW YORK, April 14, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- AI-Media, pemimpin global dalam solusi teknologi bahasa dan pembuatan takarir langsung berteknologi AI, hari ini mengumumkan peluncuran dua encoder generasi berikutnya - LEXI Text Encoder dan LEXI Voice Encoder - di NAB Show 2026.

Ini menandai peluncuran perangkat keras encoder baru pertama dari perusahaan ini dalam lebih dari satu dekade. Produk ini dikembangkan berdasarkan kesuksesan Encoder Pro (HD592) milik AI-Media yang sudah menjadi standar terbaik di industri serta dipercaya oleh lembaga penyiaran dan perusahaan di seluruh dunia.

Solusi baru ini menghadirkan peningkatan performa yang signifikan, fitur canggih berbasis AI, serta model berlangganan yang fleksibel yang dirancang untuk mentransformasi alur kerja siaran langsung.

Kedua encoder ini dirancang untuk memenuhi kebutuhan produksi siaran langsung yang terus berkembang, dengan menggabungkan perangkat keras berperforma tinggi dengan otomatisasi cerdas untuk menghadirkan efisiensi, skalabilitas, dan kualitas yang lebih baik di berbagai lingkungan siaran.

Keunggulan Encoder Generasi Berikutnya:

Siap untuk Siaran 4K (12G-SDI) - Dirancang untuk produksi siaran langsung berperforma tinggi dengan dukungan penuh 4K.

Peningkatan Kekuatan Pemrosesan - Perangkat keras yang siap menghadapi masa depan untuk mendukung alur kerja berbasis AI yang semakin kompleks.

LEXI Live Sync (sebelumnya CCMatch) - Penyelarasan waktu yang dapat dikonfigurasi memastikan takarir dan terjemahan tetap sinkron sempurna dengan tayangan video.

Integrasi Fleksibel - Dirancang untuk bekerja dengan lancar di berbagai alur kerja berbasis SDI, IP, dan cloud dalam ekosistem AI-Media.

LEXI Voice Encoder semakin meningkatkan alur kerja multibahasa dengan kemampuan pemisahan dan pembersihan suara canggih yang berbasis AI, yang memisahkan ucapan dan menghilangkan suara bising di latar belakang guna mengoptimalkan input audio agar mendapatkan terjemahan suara berkualitas tinggi.

"Ini menandai langkah maju yang signifikan bagi AI-Media," ujar Bill McLaughlin, Chief Product Officer di AI-Media. "Untuk pertama kalinya dalam lebih dari satu dekade, kami memperkenalkan perangkat keras encoder yang sepenuhnya baru. Produk ini tidak hanya dirancang untuk mendukung alur kerja saat ini, tetapi juga untuk mendorong perkembangan produksi siaran langsung berbasis AI di masa mendatang. Kami berfokus menghadirkan infrastruktur yang memungkinkan konten dapat dipahami dalam bahasa apa pun, di mana pun di dunia."

AI-Media juga memperkenalkan model Hardware-as-a-Subscription (HaaS) untuk berbagai lini encodernya, termasuk produk yang baru dirilis. Pendekatan ini menghilangkan kebutuhan belanja modal di awal serta memberi pelanggan cara yang skalabel dan hemat biaya untuk mengakses teknologi terbaru seiring berkembangnya kebutuhan mereka.

Sebagai bagian dari kehadirannya di NAB 2026, AI-Media menawarkan promo waktu terbatas yang memungkinkan pelanggan mendapatkan akses langsung ke teknologi generasi berikutnya selama tiga bulan GRATIS sekaligus mengurangi biaya awal.

Di NAB 2026, AI-Media juga akan menampilkan LEXI Suite miliknya secara lengkap, ekosistem solusi menyeluruh berteknologi AI yang dirancang untuk meningkatkan aksesibilitas, interaksi, dan jangkauan global:

LEXI Text - Pembuatan takarir langsung terdepan di industri

LEXI Voice - Terjemahan suara multibahasa buatan AI

LEXI Translate - Terjemahan bahasa secara real time

LEXI AD (Audio Description) - Meningkatkan aksesibilitas bagi audiens dengan gangguan penglihatan

LEXI AI (Insights) - Data dan analitik performa yang dapat ditindaklanjuti

Pengunjung stan AI-Media akan dapat melihat langsung LEXI Suite terintegrasi secara lancar dengan teknologi encoder terbaru untuk menghadirkan solusi terpadu dan skalabel bagi lembaga penyiaran, perusahaan, dan pemilik konten.

Selain itu, para peserta dapat merasakan langsung teknologi AI-Media di seluruh NAB melalui instalasi mitra, termasuk kolaborasi dengan AudioShake, Grass Valley, dan NVIDIA, yang menampilkan alur kerja berperforma tinggi berkemampuan AI di seluruh ekosistem siaran.

Peserta dapat mengunjungi AI-Media di Booth #W2142 untuk melihat demonstrasi langsung encoder baru dan cara kerja ekosistem LEXI secara menyeluruh.

Tentang AI-Media:

AI-Media (ASX: AIM) adalah pemimpin global dalam solusi bahasa dan infrastruktur siaran berteknologi AI. LEXI Suite menghadirkan berbagai solusi SaaS, termasuk LEXI, LEXI Translate, LEXI Voice, dan LEXI Insights. Beragam solusi ini memungkinkan pembuatan takarir, penerjemahan, alur kerja multibahasa, serta wawasan berbasis metadata secara real time, yang didukung AI canggih untuk meningkatkan akurasi, performa, dan efisiensi operasional. Berbagai solusi ini didukung oleh teknologi encoder AI-Media berstandar penyiaran guna memastikan integrasi yang lancar dalam lingkungan produksi siaran langsung di berbagai alur kerja IP, SDI, dan streaming. Dipercaya di seluruh dunia, AI-Media memberdayakan lembaga penyiaran, perusahaan, dan pemerintah untuk memperluas jangkauan komunikasi, meningkatkan aksesibilitas, serta membuka peluang pasar dan nilai baru dari konten melalui teknologi bahasa cerdas.

Source: HERE Europe B.V.

*10 of the 10 top Chinese automakers by export volume in 2025 are HERE customers*

*HERE to showcase its industry-leading location technology, partnerships and role in helping to bring China's auto innovations to the rest of the world at Auto China 2026

Beijing, Auto China 2026 - HERE Technologies, the leading mapping and location data company, today announced its participation in Auto China 2026 as it continues to support the international growth of Chinese automakers. HERE continues to strengthen its role as a trusted partner for automotive brands and mobility innovators expanding into global markets.

In 2025, 10 of the top 10 Chinese automakers by export volume were HERE customers*, reflecting both long-standing partnerships and growing adoption of HERE's technology as brands expand internationally.

Recognized as the #1 location platform globally in Omdia's 2025 Location Platform Index, HERE is showcasing its automotive-grade map data, advanced software tools and AI-powered location intelligence at Auto China 2026. The company is demonstrating cutting-edge applications ranging from simulation tools to digital cockpit and automated driving solutions.

"Chinese automakers are among the most innovative and dynamic companies in the global automotive industry and our strategy of 'in China, for global' reflects our deep commitment to supporting their rapid global expansion," said Deon Newman, Senior Vice President and General Manager, Asia Pacific. "Through long‑standing partnerships with leading Chinese automakers and innovators, we are bringing China's intelligent mobility capabilities to the world with precise, consistent and globally compliant location intelligence that powers safe and intelligent driving experiences."

Intelligent cockpit innovation and global scale

HERE's location platform today powers 238 million vehicles worldwide, including more than 63 million vehicles using HERE data to support driver assistance and automated driving functions.

HERE Navigation, a full-stack navigation software trusted by leading global automakers and expected to ship in more than two million vehicles across 30 countries over the next few years, delivers high‑fidelity rendering, smooth user interaction and fast, predictive routing. Built on HERE's streaming map for maximum freshness and accuracy, automakers are equipped with a rapidly deployable solution that can be integrated in a matter of weeks. Together with HERE's intelligent driving map layers, automakers can unify premium cockpit experiences with Navigation on Autopilot (NOA) functionality in vehicles worldwide.

High‑precision data for NOA and compliance

As navigation, driver assistance and automated driving systems converge, a unified, AI-powered live map from HERE has become the critical layer to deliver a seamless driving experience. At Auto China, HERE will showcase its latest lane‑level guidance and intelligent driving map layers, offering the precise geometry, localization support and contextual road information required for L2++, L3 and global NOA deployments.

HERE has been a pioneer in location technology for 40-plus years, mapping more than 200 countries and territories worldwide. Today, more than 90 brands from over 40 automakers rely on HERE ISA Map to meet European Intelligent Speed Assistance regulations, reflecting HERE's ability to deliver safety-critical, compliance-ready data at scale.

Accelerating SDV development

HERE continues to invest in next-generation mapmaking capabilities that support Software-Defined Vehicle (SDV) development across the automotive ecosystem. This includes live maps, virtualized test environments and SDV development tools such as HERE and AWS' SceneXtract and the SDV Accelerator, which now includes new ecosystem partners such as Upstream and Remotive Labs. These capabilities enable end‑to‑end artificial intelligence training, sensor fusion development, verification and validation simulation and in‑vehicle deployment - helping automakers reduce complexity and speed up the delivery of next‑generation intelligent driving features.

Visit HERE at Auto China 2026

Attendees can experience HERE's latest technologies and demonstrations at HERE's booth located at Hall A4, #A414.

*Export sales estimates based on third‑party data.

About HERE Technologies

HERE is the global leader in mapping and location technology. For over 40 years, we've been powering innovation for the world's most recognizable companies: from launching our first digital map in 1985, to shaping the future of software-defined vehicles today. With the industry's freshest and richest unified map and a portfolio of products, services and solutions that serve the needs of multiple industries, HERE reveals opportunities that drive progress and unlock new possibilities for every moving vehicle. Discover more at here.com.

SAN JOSE, Calif., April 14, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Cloudera, the only company bringing AI to data anywhere, today released its latest global survey, The Data Readiness Index: Understanding the Foundations for Successful AI, examining how prepared enterprises are to support AI at scale. Surveying nearly 1,300 global IT leaders, the report finds that while AI adoption is growing, most organizations still lack the data foundation needed for success. The findings highlight a striking paradox: while 96% of organizations report integrating AI into core business processes and 85% say they have a clear data strategy, nearly 4 out of 5 (~80%) admit their AI and data initiatives are still constrained by limited data access across environments.

This gap highlights an emerging "AI readiness illusion": the belief that organizations are prepared to scale AI even as critical data challenges remain unresolved.

"Enterprises aren't struggling to adopt AI, they're struggling to operationalize it beyond experiments," said Sergio Gago, Chief Technology Officer at Cloudera. "AI is only as effective as the data that fuels it. Without seamless access to all their data, organizations limit the accuracy, trust, and business value that AI can deliver. You can't do AI without data."

AI Adoption is High, but ROI Remains Elusive

AI is now embedded across the enterprise, but achieving consistent returns on investment remains difficult. When asked why AI initiatives fall short, respondents cited several key challenges: data quality (22%), cost overruns (16%), and poor integration into existing workflows (15%). These barriers highlight the ongoing complexity of translating AI investments into measurable business outcomes.

Infrastructure limitations further compound the issue. Nearly three-quarters (73%) of respondents report that performance constraints have hindered operational initiatives, reflecting the difficulty of scaling AI across fragmented environments.

The Data Gap: Access, Governance, and Visibility At the core of these challenges is a lack of complete data access and control.

84% of respondents felt confident in the accuracy, completeness, and alignment of their organization's data. However, this optimism often masks deeper issues, including persistent silos, inconsistent data quality, and limited accessibility. Data that appears reliable in isolation frequently breaks down when used across teams, systems, or AI applications, exposing gaps in governance and consistency across the organization.

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* Modelo launches its new "Best Seat in the House" commercials, celebrating the most passionate f?tbol fans who know the best seat isn't always in the stadium, but wherever your people, f?tbol and Modelo come together.

* Modelo will have a significant media presence with its largest media spend in the sport to date.

* Modelo brings its Fighting Spirit to life with five renowned players - Edson ?lvarez, Ra?l Jim?nez, Diego Luna, David Ospina, and Raphinha whose personal stories trace their journeys from passionate fans to international stars.

* Fans can turn their watch parties into the best seat in the house with special-edition packaging, sweepstakes for upgraded gear, a limited-edition capsule collection from Kappa, and a custom ball from Jon Paul's Balls.

* Modelo meets fans wherever they watch with nationwide in-person activations and an expanded investment in MLS and stadium partnerships.

CHICAGO, April 14, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- When the world turns its attention to the beautiful game, the most passionate fans know the best seat in the house isn't always in the stadium. After activating around the sport for over 30 years, this summer, Modelo reminds fans why it is the Cerveza for F?tbol, with new advertising that shows "The Best Seat in the House" isn't defined by a location, but by being wherever your people, f?tbol and Modelo come together. The fully integrated campaign will bring the magic of the sport closer to fans through limited,-time packaging, a limited-edition capsule collection from Modelo and Kappa?, partnerships with top f?tbol talent Edson ?lvarez, Ra?l Jim?nez, Diego Luna, David Ospina, and Raphinha, and a sweepstakes for a chance to win ultimate watch party gear to celebrate the fans who never quit on their teams.

"For 30 years, Modelo has been synonymous with f?tbol, and fans agree - over 70% of fans associate Modelo more than any other beer brand with the beautiful game1. But this goes beyond marketing; it reflects our genuine appreciation for the sport and the communities that live and breathe it," said Logan Jensen, Vice President of Brand Marketing at Modelo. "F?tbol isn't just experienced from a stadium seat. It's woven into everyday life. This campaign celebrates that reality and rewards dedicated fans with closer access to the sport through exclusive gear and unforgettable experiences."

Modelo and International F?tbol Stars Celebrate F?tbol Fandom by Exploring Their Own Journey from Fan to Pro

Modelo is partnering with five renowned players, Edson ?lvarez, Ra?l Jim?nez, Diego Luna, David Ospina, and Raphinha, who embody the resilience and pride that has cemented the brand's role within the sport as the Cerveza for F?tbol. While fans are celebrating across the country from their own best seat in the house, the Modelo roster of players is revealing how their journeys from passionate fans to international stars began in the same living rooms, neighborhood bars and local pitches where supporters will gather this summer. Through intimate interviews, each player shares where their love for the beautiful game first ignited and how the passion of f?tbol fans, past and present, has shaped their careers.***