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WeRide Robosweeper Rolls into Singapore, Facilitating Smart Sanitation of the ‘Garden City’

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SINGAPORE, June 20, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — WeRide announced a partnership with Chye Thiam Maintenance (CTM), a renowned sanitation company in Singapore, to jointly advance the commercial deployment of WeRide Robosweepers in Singapore. The first batch of WeRide Robosweepers has successfully arrived in Singapore and begun safety testing, with official operations expected to commence by the end of 2024.

WeRide Robosweepers testing in Singapore (Photo source: THE STRAITS TIMES)
WeRide Robosweepers testing in Singapore (Photo source: THE STRAITS TIMES)

Singapore has achieved remarkable results in urban sanitation, with tree-lined streets, numerous gardens, and a picturesque landscape, earning it the reputation of a “Garden City.” The partnership between WeRide and CTM will provide the latest cutting-edge technology and high-quality unmanned sanitation services for urban cleaning in Singapore

CTM is one of the largest cleaning and waste management companies in Singapore. It maintains long-term cooperative relationships with the Singapore government, entertainment and tourism industry, and is a leading pioneer in the field of sanitation in Singapore.

WeRide is a global leader in autonomous driving technology, conducting R&D, testing, and operations across 30 cities in 7 countries worldwide. With a comprehensive range of mature, massively produced products and extensive commercialization experience in smart sanitation, smart logistics, and smart mobility, WeRide has established itself as an autonomous driving industry frontrunner.

Since September 2022, WeRide’s smart sanitation services have been rolled out in multiple cities, including Guangzhou, Shenzhen, and Beijing. These deployments contribute to model projects for smart city development, enhancing the livability and tourism appeal of these urban areas.

WeRide Robosweeper S6 features multiple high-precision sensors and AI algorithms, enabling it to efficiently perform various urban sanitation tasks such as road sweeping, water spraying, and disinfection. The Robosweeper can automatically detect road conditions, avoid pedestrians and obstacles, ensuring safe and reliable operation while enhancing cleaning efficiency.

Additionally, the WeRide Robosweeper is powered by an all-electric drive system, reducing carbon dioxide emissions by nearly 10,000 kilograms per month on average. This ensures its low-carbon footprint while significantly contributing to the green transformation of Singapore’s sanitation sector.

The landing in Singapore marks the successful entry of WeRide’s smart sanitation business into the international market, further unleashing its commercial landscape and potential. WeRide will view Singapore as a strategic center, collaborate with local partners, and rapidly enter the Southeast Asian sanitation market, bringing efficient and high-quality unmanned sanitation services to more countries and cities.

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SUSE Launches Cloud Elevate Partner Program to Drive Cloud Growth

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Empowering ecosystem partners to deliver exceptional customer experiences in the cloud marketplace

BERLIN, June 19, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — (SUSECON 2024) — SUSE®, the company behind SUSE Linux Enterprise, Rancher Prime, and NeuVector Prime, today announced the SUSE One Cloud Elevate Program, a new way for SUSE One partners to sell SUSE’s open source solutions, including bundling it for use in hybrid scenarios through cloud marketplaces. Partners can expand their business by tapping into their enterprise customers’ vast untapped committed spend in the cloud.

According to a Canalys report, the cloud marketplace will grow to more than $45 billion with a CAGR of 84% by 2025, and close to one-third of marketplace transactions will involve a channel partner. As customers shift the way they procure technology, enterprises must enable partners to capitalize on the boundless opportunities in the marketplace. The Cloud Elevate Program, is being launched under the SUSE One Partner Program umbrella, and will enable partners to increase revenues by expanding into cloud committed spend. Members can also co-sell with cloud providers to gain new business.

“Cloud marketplaces are continuing their rapid evolution in how today’s technology buyers are consuming services and software,” said Christine Puccio, Global VP, Cloud. “We are seeing a significant demand with our channel partners to participate in our cloud growth with marketplaces and we are excited to embrace our ecosystem with their journey to cloud.  We created a program that incorporates all the SUSE One Partner Program benefits while integrating AWS Marketplace Channel Partner Private Offers (CPPO) to provide even more value and enhanced collaboration for our partner community.”

“By collaborating with SUSE, we can provide customers with a proven solution to build better software solutions and applications in the cloud, ” said Rick Cantu, CEO at Redapt. “SUSE’s inclusive approach to the channel enables us to grow faster and more efficiently, and we’re excited to maintain this partnership for many more years.”

All channel partners in the SUSE One Partner Program are invited to join the Cloud Elevate Program. For more information, please see here. Interested partners can apply here.

The SUSE One Partner Program has been given the 5-star rating by the CRN Partner Program Guide for four years running, and has an evolved flexible and modern structure built around Specializations that align to our partners’ business models. Cloud Elevate is a new offering under the Cloud Specialization, and is open to all partners who wish to resell SUSE technologies through AWS CPPO.  Cloud Elevate partners will enjoy all the benefits offered through the SUSE One Partner Program, with additive benefits specifically designed to accelerate growth.

The power of community is what drives open source. With that same philosophy applied to the SUSE One ecosystem, our opportunities together are limitless.

About SUSE
SUSE is a global leader in innovative, reliable and secure enterprise open source solutions, including SUSE Linux Enterprise, Rancher and NeuVector. More than 60% of the Fortune 500 rely on SUSE to power their mission-critical workloads, enabling them to innovate everywhere – from the data center to the cloud, to the edge and beyond. SUSE puts the “open” back in open source, collaborating with partners and communities to give customers the agility to tackle innovation challenges today and the freedom to evolve their strategy and solutions tomorrow. For more information, visit www.suse.com

Media Contact: rachel.romoff@suse.com

Source: SUSE S.A.

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Expands into New Energy with Strategic JV and Launches New Charging Solutions

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HONG KONG, June 18, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Foxconn Interconnect Technology Ltd (“FIT”, listed on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange under 6088), a subsidiary of Hon Hai (TW.2317), is expanding its presence in the electric vehicle (EV) sector. Following the acquisition of Germany’s SWH Group in 2023 and the launch of the Voltaira brand for its mobility solutions portfolio, FIT Hon Teng has formed a joint venture with XYPower Technology Co., Ltd., establishing FXNWING New Energy Technology Co., Ltd. (“FXNWING”) to enter the EV charger market.

XY Power, based in Xi’an, specializes in EV charging and energy storage systems. With over 25 years of experience, their expertise in power module design will enhance FXNWING’s production capabilities. Combined with FIT Hon Teng’s manufacturing strengths, this partnership aims to deliver top-notch charging  and energy restorage solutions globally. With growth potential in the EV market, FIT will continue to partner with core technical experts to leverage business opportunities by shortening development times and enhancing the solution packages.

Along with the One-FIT strategy, the strong cooperation between FXNWING and Voltaira has resulted in a new series called Voltaira AC and DC chargers. The debut product Voltaira Anoles AC charger offer 7kW and 22kW charging power and has won the 2024 IF Product Design Award by featuring its interchangeable covers and easy cable and socket replacement to comply with various international standards. Its modular design and improved heat dissipation make it adaptable to different environments.

At Europe’s largest smart energy exhibition, Smarter E Europe, on June 19-21, 2024, visitors were able to explore the Voltaira Royal Series. Targeting the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) market, the Royal Series includes DC fast charging stations and AC chargers for commercial and residential use. Designed for harsh climates, these products feature robust protection and intelligent power distribution to achieve high efficiency and reduce operational costs.

FXNWING’s innovation is further evidenced by the FitPile,the mini DC which has won a Red Dot Design Award. This recognition highlights FIT Hon Teng’s commitment to innovation and technical excellence.

Visit us at Messe München, Germany (MESSE) C6.635.

About FIT (Foxconn Interconnect Technology) Hon Teng (HK.6088)

Foxconn Interconnect Technology (FIT), listed on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange, focuses on precision design and manufacturing of connector products as its core. FIT continues to explore 5G AIoT, EV mobility, and audio applications areas, stepping into consumer brand operations. For more information about FIT, please see: www.fit-foxconn.com.

Email: fit-ir@fit-foxconn.com                      sales-usa@fit-foxconn.com

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AgriFutures growAG launches in New Zealand

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PALMERSTON NORTH, New Zealand, June 18, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — AgriFutures growAG., the Australian agritech innovation platform, today announced its launch in New Zealand.

Agritech New Zealand founder and agritech venture capitalist, Peter Wren-Hilton, said the launch was an exciting opportunity for local industry.

“New Zealand has world-class innovation happening here in agritech, and AgriFutures growAG is an ideal platform to showcase our achievements on the global stage,” he said. “Having worked closely with the AgriFutures growAG team I’ve seen the international audience they’ve built and the wonderful opportunities they’ve facilitated all around the world – it’s exciting to be able to now offer this to companies, researchers and investors here in New Zealand.”

AgriFutures Australia’s General Manager, Global Innovation Networks, Harriet Mellish said the partnership would help connect the New Zealand ecosystem with opportunities in Australia and around the globe including R&D, trials, investments, and commercialisation partnerships.

“In the three years since we launched we’ve supported over NZD$162 million in Startup investment; featured over 3,000 research projects and welcomed visitors from 190 countries,” she said. “We have already worked with some exceptional companies and researchers from New Zealand and I hope that number will rapidly grow now we are formally here.”

Brendan O’Connell, CEO of AgriTech New Zealand, said, “The launch of AgriFutures growAG. in New Zealand is a significant moment for our agritech sector. By connecting our local innovators with international partners, we are opening doors to new opportunities and accelerating the development of cutting-edge solutions for sustainable agriculture.”

There are currently six New Zealand projects live on AgriFutures growAG. seeking research partners, suppliers and investment:

  • Fleecegrow, a wool-waste innovation company researching turning wool-waste into a plant growing media and alternative to rockwool, as well as fertiliser.
  • Map & Zap®, an AI driven early growth stage weed identification and laser-zapping solution that reduces the need for chemical herbicides for controlling weeds.
  • Nanobubble Agritech, an irrigation technology company doubling the productive capacity of water.
  • ProTag, a next generation smart tag for livestock that enables deeper individual animal insights through behaviour analytics and advanced location monitoring technology.
  • SWAMI, an innovative solution that uses acoustic technology to predict and detect surface water build up to improve irrigation management, water efficiency and environmental outcomes.
  • VinEye, a faster, more accurate and more cost-effective solution to identify Grapevine leafroll disease.

The AgriFutures growAG. digital platform is underpinned by an in-person concierge team who facilitate listings of opportunities, and make personal introductions for international cooperation and collaboration. The team regularly travels to international events to promote the platform and showcase investment and partnership opportunities. So far in 2024, the team has been active on the ground in the USA, Netherlands, UK, as well as New Zealand.

AgriFutures growAG. is powered by AgriFutures Australia and funded by the Australian Government.

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Honoring Every Father: Rokid Recreates Warm Moments with AI and AR Technologies

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HANGZHOU, China, June 17, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Rokid is celebrating this Father’s Day by utilizing artificial intelligence (AI) and augmented reality (AR) technologies to offer a heartfelt gift: a video that recreates a father’s golden years and captures the beloved moments of their love through AR glasses. Rediscover the deep, enduring affection of fathers through advanced technologies.

Recreating Fathers’ Glory Days with AR Technology

With Rokid AR glasses, three pairs of fathers and children from diverse backgrounds transcend time and space to revisit cherished moments from the past.

The glasses Using AI technology to restore these fathers’ old photos and recreate their youthful charisma.—whether capturing a young father’s joyful moments with his son, a middle-aged father’s quiet dedication to his family, or an elderly father’s resilience through life’s changes. As they wear the glasses, they experience youth again, sharing in the laughter and tears of his early years.

The immersive AR experience not only allows fathers to see themselves as young men and observe their daily sacrifices, it also deepens their understanding of the profound and enduring nature of a father’s love, encouraging their children to cherish every moment spent together.

Behind this gift lies the perfect combination of AI and AR technology. The AR glasses worn by the fathers in the video are the new-generation spatial computing kit AR Lite released by Rokid this year. The restoration of the photos was accomplished through AI technology, and then presented to the fathers’ eyes through the memory function in the AR glasses.

At the same time, the video production, background music, lyrics, production, and singing of the song were all completed by AI.

Great Figures Shine in the AR World

In the river of time, yellowed old photos carry the memories and warmth of countless families. As time passes, these precious photos may fade or even become damaged, obscuring those beloved moments.

Fortunately, emerging technologies offer a new avenue to relive valued moments.

This year, Rokid introduced its next-generation spatial computing suite, AR Lite, and showcased the solution’s unique technology in the video.

The AR Lite not only recognizes every detail in the photo but also makes real-time adjustments based on the user’s perspective and movements, enhancing the realism and vividness of the images. The immersive experience deepens our connection to the warmth of our fathers captured in the photos, along with the marks left by time. It feels as though we can hear their laughter and conversations from their youth and feel the tenderness and care in their embrace.

The emotional interaction not only brings memories to life in a more vivid and realistic way but also allows us to cherish and preserve these valued moments in a new and meaningful manner.

Delivering Warmth with Technology

While we often utilize technology to solve problems and enhance efficiency, we rarely consider the emotional value and warmth it can offer.

Rokid released this video on Father’s Day to harness technology’s power, enabling people to experience the tenderness and strength of a father’s love.

Technology isn’t just about changing lives; it’s also a medium to convey love and affection. Recently, Rokid launched the AR Lite set on Kickstarter, continuing to share these heartwarming stories with everyone.

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YOFC and China Mobile Debut World’s First 800G Hollow-Core Fibre Transmission Network

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WUHAN, China, June 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — On June 6, Yangtze Optical Fibre and Cable Joint Stock Limited Company (YOFC), in collaboration with China Mobile, unveiled the world’s first 800G hollow-core fibre transmission test network in Shenzhen–Dongguan, Guangdong. The development is a significant milestone in the evolution of telecommunications infrastructure, pushing the boundaries of traditional fibre optic technology.

YOFC’s participation in the test network featured a comprehensive suite of solutions specifically designed for hollow-core fibre optics, encompassing the provision of cables, essential splicing services, and adapters for integration with single-mode fibres. The project successfully navigated several technical challenges common in complex installations. The challenges involved mitigating environmental risks and ensuring robust infrastructure during fibre laying and splicing operations—addressing pipe flooding, managing excessive humidity, and conducting precise splicing in outdoor environments. These efforts were crucial in enabling a detailed evaluation of the fibre’s performance under real operational conditions.

Key performance metrics achieved on a 20km test link—such as splice losses between hollow-core fibres, connections from hollow-core to solid-core fibres, and attenuation post-installation—were benchmarked against leading global standards. Moreover, the deployment featured an 800Gbps single-wavelength optical transmission setup, achieving a bidirectional long-distance transmission test with a throughput of 128Tb/s over hollow-core fibres. This not only demonstrated the practical application of such fibres in intricate and demanding network environments but also served as a critical proof-of-concept for the scalability and industrial applicability of hollow-core fibre technologies.

New technological heights are being achieved across the sector, driven by the ongoing advancements in artificial intelligence. Hollow-core fibre, utilizing an innovative air-guiding mechanism, surpasses the performance constraints associated with traditional solid-core fibres in both capacity and latency. The technology offers marked improvements in data transport infrastructures such as internet backbones and data centers, and is expected to continue meeting the growing demands for data transmission for the next 20 years and beyond.

YOFC plans to advance the development and manufacturing of next-generation hollow-core fibre technologies. Working with industry allies, YOFC seeks to foster innovation, fast-track the commercialization of new fibres, and boost optical network performance, establishing a solid foundation for the fibre infrastructure essential for a smarter world.

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Vidnoz AI 3.0 Empowers Businesses & Creators with Next-Gen Avatar Video Creation

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SAN FRANCISCO, June 13, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Vidnoz, a transformative AI tools platform, today announces the release of Vidnoz AI 3.0, introducing its brand new features – Scene-based Sitting Avatars and Team Collaboration. These innovative updates significantly streamline the video production workflow, delivering a comprehensive and smoother video creation experience for its users. Vidnoz AI commits to delving into the realm of spokesperson videos and transforming video communication with a diverse cast of lifelike avatars.

Vidnoz AI 3.0 Empowers Businesses & Creators with Next-Gen Avatar Video Creation
Vidnoz AI 3.0 Empowers Businesses & Creators with Next-Gen Avatar Video Creation

Video content consumption is skyrocketing in the digital age, with year-over-year growth of 80%. Businesses, educators, and individuals alike rely on videos to convey messages, share knowledge, and engage audiences. As remote work becomes increasingly prevalent, effective team collaboration tools are essential. Vidnoz AI’s new features address this growing need by providing powerful solutions that enhance team communication and make video creation more accessible.

Groundbreaking Collaboration: Redefining Teamwork

Vidnoz AI 3.0 allows team members to work closely on video projects seamlessly, fostering collaboration and enhancing productivity.

  • Unlimited Team Size: Vidnoz AI supports teams of nearly any size, accommodating up to 1000 members, making it suitable for both small teams and large organizations.
  • Easy to share and organize: Users can swiftly create folders, streamlining the management of various projects and resources, in addition to sharing project files, templates, and feature permissions for seamless communication and coordination.
  • Real-time Collaboration: Team members can share ideas and provide feedback on video projects in real time, ensuring a cohesive and efficient workflow.

Unmatched Authenticity: Scene-based Sitting Avatars

The introduction of Sitting Avatars adds a new dimension of realism and engagement to video creation. These avatars are ideal for scenarios that require a seated, professional appearance, enhancing the overall quality and relatability of the content. Suitable scenarios for Sitting Avatars include:

  • Meeting Videos: Improve the professionalism of online meetings with avatars that mimic a natural sitting posture, creating a more engaging and lifelike interaction.
  • Educational Videos: Make educational content more relatable and engaging with avatars that can sit and interact with virtual environments, enhancing the learning experience.
  • Sales Video: Scale and personalize sales videos to improve efficiency in every sales touch-point: From outreach, and follow-ups, to successful closure.

Unwavering Commitment to “Free for All”

Despite elevating video quality to the next level, Vidnoz AI continues to provide daily free usage for all users. Users can freely explore 900+ Avatars, 450+ voices, 1000+ templates, numerous images, and video assets on Vidnoz AI. Anyone, from creators to companies, can create top-notch spokesperson videos effortlessly.

Sam Brown, the chief product manager of Vidnoz AI, expressed his excitement about the release, saying, “It’s a world where video reigns supreme, even in our line of work. The demand for high-quality video content is growing, and we are committed to making video creation simple and accessible to everyone. Our team will constantly add new templates and avatars to the collection, diversify avatar roles, and include more high-end speech options for various scenarios.”

To explore Vidnoz AI 3.0 and experience the next-generation video creation, please visit www.vidnoz.com.

About Vidnoz

Vidnoz is an innovative AI tools platform that aims to enable everyone to complete voice, graphics, and video generation effortlessly. Vidnoz started with the mission to revolutionize the world with AI tools. Vidnoz introduced a series of innovations to the market, including an AI video Generator, Text to Video, AI Video Enhancer, and AI Voice Changer,  serving users from 26+ industries including education, manufacturing, and real estate.

Media Contact
Hayley Walker
press@vidnoz.com

Source: Vidnoz Inc.

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“Captain Tsubasa: Dream Team” 7th Anniversary Campaign: Season 1 Kicks Off with Limited Edition Superstars to Make a First Appearance in the Ultimate Anniversary Superstar Transfer

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TOKYO, June 13, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — KLab Inc., a leader in online mobile games, announced that its head-to-head football simulation game Captain Tsubasa: Dream Team has celebrated its 7th anniversary since its release on June 13, 2024. To celebrate the 7th anniversary, events will be held as part of the 7th Anniversary Campaign: Season 1. See the original press release (https://www.klab.com/en/press/) for more information.

KLab Inc., a leader in online mobile games, announced that its head-to-head football simulation game Captain Tsubasa: Dream Team has celebrated its 7th anniversary since its release on June 13, 2024.
KLab Inc., a leader in online mobile games, announced that its head-to-head football simulation game Captain Tsubasa: Dream Team has celebrated its 7th anniversary since its release on June 13, 2024.

7th Anniversary: Big Thanks Present

Event Period: Thursday, June 13 16:00 until Saturday, August 31 15:59 (JST/UTC+9)

Login to the game during the event period to receive a new SSR Natureza wearing the latest Brazil National Team’s official uniform, 100 Dreamballs, three 7th Anniversary: Selectable SSR Transfer Tickets (1 SSR selectable from 10 random players), and more.

*Please note that the event period is subject to change.

Up to 100 Transfers! – 7th Anniversary Big Thanks: 1 SSR European Player Guaranteed ~FREE 10-Player Transfer~

Event Period: Thursday, June 13 16:00 until Saturday, July 13 15:59 (JST/UTC+9)

This 10-Player Transfer can be done for free once a day during the event period for up to a total of 100 Transfers.

One SSR European player is guaranteed for each 10-Player Transfer.

7th Anniversary Big Thanks: Freely Selectable SSR European Player Guaranteed Free Transfer

Event Period: Thursday, June 13 16:00 until Saturday, July 13 15:59 (JST/UTC+9)

In this Transfer, users can select one European player to receive for free during the event period.

*This Transfer can only be used once during the event period.

7th Anniversary: Ultimate Anniversary Superstar Transfer

Event Period: Thursday, June 13 16:00 until Monday, July 1 15:59 (JST/UTC+9)

Karl Heinz Schneider and Hermann Kaltz debut as new players wearing the latest German National Team’s kit.

Karl Heinz Schneider possesses the new Special Shot Skill, the Straight-Through Power Fire, and Hermann Kaltz possesses the new Special Pass Skill, the Hedgehog Ball-Keeping Pass.

One SSR player is guaranteed for each 10-Player Transfer.

*SP exchange enabled with a limit.

Overview of Captain Tsubasa: Dream Team

Supported OSes:                Android™ 6.0+, iOS 12.0+, HarmonyOS 2.0+
Genre:                                  Head-to-head football simulation game
Price:                                    Free-to-play (In-app purchases available)
Supported Regions:           Global (Excludes Japan and Mainland China)
Official Website:                  https://www.tsubasa-dreamteam.com/en
Official X Account:              @tsubasaDT_en
Official Facebook Page:      https://www.facebook.com/tsubasaDTen
Official YouTube Channel:   https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCTgOPO7kIQ35YzB7SBIQoWQ/ 
Official Discord Channel:    https://discord.gg/6tyEs48 
Copyright:                             ©Yoichi Takahashi/SHUEISHA
                                               ©Yoichi Takahashi/SHUEISHA/TV TOKYO/ENOKIFILM
                                               ©KLabGames

Download here:

App Store: https://itunes.apple.com/app/id1293738123
Google Play: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.klab.captain283.global
AppGallery: https://appgallery.huawei.com/#/app/C105375049

Source: KLab Inc.

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SEMIFIVE Collaborates with OPENEDGES on Chiplet Development

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Developing HPC Chiplet Platform to Feature LPDDR6 Memory Interface

SEOUL, South Korea, June 13, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — SEMIFIVE, a leading design solution provider and pioneer of platform-based custom silicon solutions, announced its agreement of Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with OPENEDGES Technology (OPENEDGES). This strategic partnership is dedicated to developing an advanced chiplet platform that incorporates OPENEDGES LPDDR6 memory subsystem, which includes DDR memory controller and DDR PHY IPs optimized for the 4nm process node. Leveraging SEMIFIVE’s extensive expertise in SoC design and package development, this collaboration aims to create a high-performance computing (HPC) SoC chiplet platform, setting new standards in the semiconductor industry.

SEMIFIVE’s chiplet platform offers a new paradigm for semiconductor design and manufacturing, promising a significant impact on the market through cost reduction, performance optimization, and development flexibility. This technology will accelerate innovation in the semiconductor industry, meet the needs of diverse customers, and create opportunities for new business models and collaboration across the ecosystem.

OPENEDGES’ silicon-proven LPDDR controller and PHY IPs have played an essential role in enhancing performance, efficiency, and DRAM utilization. These key IPs have been instrumental in achieving successive milestones within SEMIFIVE’s innovative SoC design platforms. Moreover, SEMIFIVE’s optimized SoC design platform is pre-designed and validated on advanced nodes, thereby reducing IP support and SoC design engineering costs while improving overall development efficiency.

Beginning of their partnerships in 2019, OPENEDGES and SEMIFIVE have jointly collaborated to deliver multiple distinct SoC platforms applied across diverse applications, such as AI inference, IoT SoC, and HPC.

“We at OPENEDGES are immensely proud to join forces with SEMIFIVE in pioneering an advanced chiplet platform,” said Sean Lee, CEO of OPENEDGES Technology. “Our IPs are reliable and have consistently demonstrated their capacity to empower our clients, enhancing both efficiency and effectiveness while reducing development risks. We remain steadfast in our commitment to fostering innovation and delivering continued success to our customers.”

“Chiplets with essential features will mark a significant turning point in scalable SoC design,” said Brandon Cho, CEO and co-founder of SEMIFIVE. “OPENEDGES’ LPDDR6 technology will perfectly balance power, bandwidth, and storage for AI HPC memory architecture. SEMIFIVE’s SoC platform, which is already showing over twice the efficiency in cost and development time, will synergize with this technology to greatly impact the custom semiconductor market.”

About SEMIFIVE

SEMIFIVE is the pioneer of platform based SoC design, working with customers to implement innovative ideas into custom silicon in the most efficient way. Our SoC platforms offer a powerful springboard for new chip designs and leverage configurable domain-specific architectures and pre-validated key IP pools. We offer comprehensive spec-to-system capabilities with end-to-end solutions so that custom SoCs can be realized faster, with reduced cost and risks for key applications such as data center or AI-enabled IoT. With a strong partnership with Samsung Foundry as a leading SAFE™ DSP partner, as well as the larger ecosystem, SEMIFIVE provides a one-stop shop solution for any SoC design needs. For more information, please visit www.semifive.com.

About OPENEDGES Technology, Inc.

OPENEDGES Technology, Inc. is a premier provider of memory subsystem IPs for the semiconductor industry. They offer a wide range of state-of-the-art solutions, including DDR memory controllers, DDR PHY, NoC interconnect, and NPU IPs that are widely adopted by customers worldwide. Their IPs comply with JEDEC standards, including LPDDR5X/5/4X/4/3, DDR5/4/3, GDDR6, and HBM3, ensuring their compatibility with the latest DDR technology trends. In 2019, they acquired The Six Semiconductor, Inc. (TSS), specializing in high-speed memory PHYs across multiple technologies. As a publicly listed company on the Korean Stock Exchange Market (394280. KQ), OPENEDGES is well-positioned to continue its growth and maintain its leadership in the memory subsystem IPs market.

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Kantar BrandZ 2024 Rankings: Haier Leads for the Sixth Consecutive Year as Premier IoT Ecosystem Brand

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QINGDAO, China, June 12, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Haier, the number one brand in the household appliances sector, has once again distinguished itself as the only Internet of Things (IoT) ecosystem brand on the Kantar BrandZ Most Valuable Global Brands 2024 list, marking the sixth consecutive year it has achieved this accolade. This achievement underscores Haier’s enduring global leadership and innovation in integrating technology with user-centric solutions.

The announcement from Kantar highlights a significant trend toward deeper integration of technology with branding, an accelerated globalization of brands, along with a greater emphasis on evaluating sustainability. The total value of the top 100 global brands has surged by 20% year-on-year to $8.3 trillion, nearing the peak value recorded in 2022. Since its inception in 2006, the total brand value of these leading global entities has grown by an impressive 474%, with entry thresholds escalating from $4 billion to $19 billion, a 354% increase.

Haier Leads for the Sixth Consecutive Year as Premier IoT Ecosystem Brand
Haier Leads for the Sixth Consecutive Year as Premier IoT Ecosystem Brand

Sustained Growth and Innovation Drive Haier’s Success

Haier’s consistent rise through the ranks, from its debut at 89th place in 2019 to 58th this year, reflects the substantial growth in brand value facilitated by pioneering IoT-driven ecosystems. In the fiscal year 2023, Haier reported robust financial results with global revenues reaching RMB371.8 billion ($52.3 billion) and profits totaling RMB26.7 billion ($3.76 billion). Zhou Yunjie, Chairman and CEO of Haier Group attributes this performance to their ecosystem brand strategy which acts as a stabilizer, driver, and accelerator for high-quality corporate development.

“Haier has originated and is at the forefront of the ecosystem brand-new paradigm, dedicated to breaking new ground in original technology. By leveraging technological innovation to spur industry innovation, it guides the direction of global industry growth,” said Doreen Wang, Kantar China CEO and Global Head of BrandZ, “Haier was the first to introduce an intelligent interaction engine in the industry, enabling unlimited possibilities for enhancing life with users and for industry development with ecological partners, which has led to ongoing enhancements in brand value and rankings.”

Prioritizing Two Pillars Tracks to Boost High-quality Development in the Sector

Haier leads the way in ecosystem branding on a global scale, aiming to build lifelong customers by constantly interacting, refining experiences, with users. 

  • The company’s premium brand Casarte exemplifies how it leads through high-end innovative offerings that have seen a thirteen-fold increase over seven years, topping industry averages across price points and market share growth metrics.
  • Through the creation of COSMOPlat, an industrial internet platform created by Haier Group, representing the initiative of “big enterprises co-creating, smaller enterprises sharing”, it has developed ecosystems in 15 fields, such as chemicals, mold production, and the automotive industry. It has now engaged with more than 900,000 firms, assisted over 160,000 businesses, and has formulated a holistic digital empowerment approach that spans from businesses to industrial parks, to sectors, and ultimately to urban areas.
  • In the health sector, anchored in scientific creativity and digital intelligence, strategically focuses on life sciences, clinical medicine, and biotechnology. It provides avant-garde solutions in these sectors while partnering with more than 60 international organizations to serve multiple countries abroad, contributing to the development of an international public health ecosystem.

By securing the position as the only global IoT ecosystem brand on the Kantar BrandZ Most Valuable Global Brands 2024 list for the sixth time in a row, Haier has shown not just its ability to lead in the ecosystem brand paradigm; but also proven its resilience and consistent growth, during its 40-year long journey starting from 1984.

About Haier Group

Founded in 1984, Haier Group is a leading global provider of better life and digital transformation solutions. Based on the purpose of “More Creation, More Possibilities”, we’ve always been user centered, adhered to original technology, and built a landscape of two pillars, Smart Living and Industrial Internet. We have built 10 R&D centers and 143 manufacturing centers around the world. We are the world’s only IoT ecosystem brand that has been ranked in the Kantar BrandZ Top 100 Most Valuable Global Brands for six consecutive years, and we have held the No.1 position in Euromonitor’s Global Major Appliances Brand for 15 consecutive years.