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SK Telecom Showcases Green ICT at CES 2022

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LAS VEGAS, Jan. 2, 2022 — SK Telecom (NYSE: SKM, hereinafter referred to as "SKT") today announced that it will participate in CES 2022, which will be held in Las Vegas from January 5 to 8, 2022, to showcase green ICT in the era of Net Zero. 

SKT Showcases Green ICT at CES 2022
SKT Showcases Green ICT at CES 2022

SKT will operate a joint exhibition booth with SK Inc., SK Innovation, SK hynix, SK E&S and SK Ecoplant under the theme of ‘SK’s 2030 Net Zero Pledge’ and offer a chance for visitors to experience its innovative green technologies. 

  • Environmentally friendly AI and telecommunications network technologies

AI and telecommunications networks stand at the core of ICT innovation. However, they are also pointed out as a cause of environmental pollution due to the large amount of power they consume. Against this backdrop, SKT is accelerating an ICT revolution through the development and application of low-power high-efficiency semiconductors and energy-saving telecommunications network technologies. 

At CES 2022, SKT will be showcasing its self-developed AI chip named SAPEON. SAPEON is optimally designed to process artificial intelligence tasks faster, using less power by efficiently processing large amounts of data in parallel.

With the rapid spread of AI services in people’s daily lives and industries, the amount of data that needs to be processed is growing exponentially. However, the existing AI data centers that use Graphics Processing Units (GPU) for inference are receiving criticism for consuming a great amount of energy. SAPEON is an environmentally-friendly solution as it uses 20% less power than GPU, while supporting 1.5 times faster deep learning computation. 

SKT will also introduce Single RAN, a technology that reduces the amount of power usage by approximately 53% through integrated operation of 3G and LTE network equipment. The company either replaced the outdated 3G and LTE equipment with new equipment applied with Single RAN or upgraded the software of its existing LTE equipment with Single RAN to operate as both 3G and LTE equipment.

By successfully applying Single RAN to all applicable base stations and repeaters installed in 78 cities in Korea including Seoul in 2020, SKT earned around 10,000 tons of carbon credits. 

  • ICT solutions for reducing carbon generation in daily lives 

At CES 2022, SKT will invite visitors to experience its metaverse service, multi-use cup project and other ICT services that can help reduce CO2 emissions such as optimal route navigation service. 

The company will introduce its metaverse platform Ifland as a new promising path towards a low carbon society. Ifland allows users to take carbon generating activities such as conferences, presentations and business trips to the virtual world. 

It provides a wide variety of virtual spaces including conference halls, outdoor stages and rooftops, and enables users to enjoy rich communication by sharing documents (PDF) and video files (MP4). It can accommodate up to 130 users simultaneously, which makes it an ideal place for large-scale events. 

Ifland has been providing users with a new and environmentally friendly experience by migrating diverse offline events to the virtual world ranging from the D-100 event for 2021 Seoul UN Peacekeeping Ministerial and K-pop concerts. 

SKT will also present the Habit Cup Project that promotes the use of multi-use cups to reduce plastic waste. Coffee shops participating in the project are serving beverages in multi-use cups named ‘Habit Cups’ that can be later returned via smart kiosks capable of identifying and accepting only Habit Cups through the use of SKT’s vision AI technology. Returned cups are collected everyday to be cleaned and sanitized, and then delivered back to cafes. 

At present, SKT is carrying out a trial project joined by around 20 cafes located in central areas of Seoul, where there is a large floating population. The company expects to eliminate the use of 1.2 million disposable cups during the three-month project period. It is also implementing a trial project in Jeju Island, and expects to reduce the use of 630,000 disposable cups per year. 

Korea’s No.1 mobility platform T Map will also be on display. By providing an optimal route, T Map contributes to reducing greenhouse gas emissions and saving fuel. The service also helps save social costs by decreasing the risk of traffic accidents through enhanced safety features like sudden brake alert. 

"At CES 2022, we will be showcasing cutting-edge technologies that can drive the green ICT revolution, along with innovative services that hold the power to reduce carbon generation in our daily lives," said SKT. "Through multifaceted efforts, SKT will become a solid leader in the era of Net Zero." 

About SK Telecom

SK Telecom (NYSE: SKM) is Korea’s leading ICT company, driving innovations in fixed & wireless telecommunications, AI service, and digital infrastructure service. Armed with cutting-edge ICT including AI and 5G, the company is ushering in a new level of convergence to deliver unprecedented value to customers. As the global 5G pioneer, SKT is committed to realizing the full potential of 5G through ground-breaking services that can improve people’s lives, transform businesses, and lead to a better society.

SKT boasts unrivaled leadership in the Korean mobile market with over 30 million subscribers, which account for nearly 50 percent of the market. 

For more information, please contact skt_press@sk.com or visit our LinkedIn page www.linkedin.com/company/sk-telecom.

 

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LG Display Demonstrates Spatial Innovation Through Transparent OLEDs at CES 2022

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SEOUL, South Korea, Dec. 27, 2021 — LG Display, the world’s leading innovator of display technologies, announced today that it will introduce its new Transparent OLED solutions at CES 2022.

LG Display’s Shopping Managing Showcase at CES 2022
LG Display’s Shopping Managing Showcase at CES 2022

The company aims to demonstrate the new and innovative consumer experiences and values its Transparent OLED solutions will bring to normal everyday spaces like commercial facilities, offices, homes, and transportation.

To modernize home life, LG Display is preparing to take the wraps off its latest concept, ‘OLED Shelf,’ which combines two Transparent OLED displays, one above the other, and seamlessly blends into any living room decoration while adding a touch of elegance as it is hanging off from the shelf on the wall. The innovative OLED Shelf is perfect for displaying TV shows or gallery paintings while running in its Always on Display Mode, further demonstrating Transparent OLED displays’ ability to transform any home interior into a living space that exudes modernity.

LG Display is also set to unveil its ‘Shopping Managing Showcase,’ a Transparent OLED display fitted inside a wooden display stand, which will reinvent the offline shopping experience. Ideal for luxurious department stores, the Shopping Managing Showcase can display eye-catching visual content on the screen that harmonizes with the products on display behind to better grab the attention of shoppers and elevate the ambience of the place.

Another example of how LG Display is redefining the shopping experience is its ‘Show Window,’ which consists of four 55-inch Transparent OLED displays. The distinctive Show Window maximizes the advertising potential of window displays by delivering a more unique and informative shopping experience.

When it comes to the office, LG Display will be showcasing its ‘Smart Window‘ which is specially designed for the office of the future. By applying this Transparent OLED technology to conference room windows, the advanced Smart Window can help professional teams maximize their productivity by transforming into an expansive screen for video conferencing, presentations, and entertainment without compromising the open view of a normal glass window. And since it saves up space by eliminating the need for large TVs or monitors, it adds a sense of openness to the workplace.

LG Display is the only company boasting proprietary technology of large Transparent OLED displays in the world. The company commercialized 55-inch Transparent OLED displays with 40 percent transparency in 2019, and since then the company’s expansive and versatile Transparent OLED displays have been applied in various spaces outside the home such as shopping malls, museums, and subways.

Transparent OLED technology leverages the advantages of OLED’s completely unique self-emitting nature in several ways. Considering that Transparent OLED displays flaunt a slim design, high transparency and light weight, they can be widely utilized for various industries.

According to a recent study by leading global consulting firm the Boston Consulting Group (BCG), the global transparent OLED display market is predicted to expand continuously at a compound annual growth rate of 116 percent over this decade, reaching a total value of around USD 2.7 billion by 2025 and USD 10 billion by 2030.

"With our industry-leading Transparent OLED technology, we will continue to introduce innovative high-end solutions that allow our customers to enjoy unprecedented experiences," said Lee Hyeon-woo, Senior Vice President and Head of Life Display Business Group at LG Display.

About LG Display

LG Display Co., Ltd. [NYSE: LPL, KRX: 034220] is the world’s leading innovator of display technologies, including thin-film transistor liquid crystal and OLED displays. The company manufactures display panels in a broad range of sizes and specifications primarily for use in TVs, notebook computers, desktop monitors, and various other applications, including tablets and mobile devices. LG Display currently operates manufacturing facilities in Korea and China, and back-end assembly facilities in Korea, China, and Vietnam. The company has approximately 63,360 employees operating worldwide. For more news and information about LG Display, please visit www.lgdisplay.com.

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Email: jean.lee@lgdisplay.com

LG Display’s Show Window at CES 2022
LG Display’s Show Window at CES 2022

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CHTF 2021 to Kick off This Month Showing Latest Trends in Hi-tech World

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SHENZHEN, China, Dec. 24, 2021 — The 23rd China Hi-Tech Fair (CHTF 2021) will be open on December 27-29, 2021 at the Shenzhen Convention and Exhibition Center and Shenzhen World Convention & Exhibition Center, while the virtual exhibition will last five days from December 27 to 31. As China’s largest, most effective and influential tech event, CHTF is a platform for international exchanges and cooperation in the fields of economy and technology.

China Hi-Tech Fair 2021 -- China's No. 1 Technology show will be open on December 27-29 in Shenzhen, China
China Hi-Tech Fair 2021 — China’s No. 1 Technology show will be open on December 27-29 in Shenzhen, China

Themed "Advance Quality Development and Build a Novel Development Pattern", CHTF 2021 will feature exhibitions, conferences and business networking events. The display categories will include IT, Environmental Protection & Energy, Construction Innovation, New Materials, Smart Healthcare, and Semiconductor Display. International exhibitors representing Belt & Road countries will be the highlights.

Conferences will include the China Hi-Tech Forum, technical seminars, business salons, product launches, and B2B meetings. Guest list: https://www.chtf.com/english/Conferences/GuestSpeaker

This year’s virtual exhibition will bring together exhibitors and visitors from around the world.

If you are enthusiastic about high-tech trends or have investment and purchase intentions, CHTF 2021 warmly welcomes you to visit the fair. Free admission badges are available by registering on CHTF’s official website. Key visitors will be granted with our special services including official catalogues, VIP rest areas, working lunches, souvenirs and seat reservations for important forums and activities. To register: http://cis.chtf.com/#!/login_en

Official Website: https://www.chtf.com/english/

Facebook: @CHTFChina

LinkedIn: @China Hi-tech Fair

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AOTO will Showcase All-in-One LED Solutions at the Consumer Electronics Show (CES)

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LAS VEGAS, Dec. 24, 2021 —  The Consumer Electronics Show (CES), the first exhibition after Christmas, will return to Las Vegas from January 5 to 8, 2022. AOTO will demonstrate SID and CV All-in-one cutting-edge LED Solutions mainly for Conference rooms, Showroom, Ballroom, Home Theatre, and Education etc. Find the company at Booth No.18161.

CES Invitation
CES Invitation

AOTO intelligent all-in-one system, span common projection screen sizes ranging from 108 to 180 inches in size, with six different options available. In response to complaints on the market that the appearance of all in one device is relatively inflexible and heavy, we developed these products. The simplicity and generosity design makes AOTO intelligent all-in-one LED solutions more popular and widely accepted, it has a 6mm ultra-thin frame and a 19.8mm cabinet thickness, entire weight is 40 percent less than competitor products. Incorporating the panel’s effective integration with the AI system, it allows for accurate adjustment of the appropriate viewing brightness via a mobile phone.

Exhibited All-in-one Products
Exhibited All-in-one Products

It has been demonstrated that the AOTO all-in-one LED display is an excellent choice for meeting rooms and more varied applications. There is no compromise on visual quality with LED panels in indoor environment. AOTO LED screen can produce stunning image quality, exquisite pictures with a high contrast ratio, engaging brightness, and vibrant color. Due to the independent modular, unlimited splicing nature of allows for displays to be extra-wide, similar to that of a movie screen.

One of the most significant advantages is the convenience LED screen provide. AOTO’s all-in-one LED display is capable of delivering a display system that is both stable and noise-free in operation. The product incorporates many intelligent features, such as touch writing, electronic white boarding and remote-control capabilities, people can use the display to quickly recap the previous session, or they can use the touch-out functionality to sync their personal devices with the screen in order to share content in real time.

Furthermore, LED screens are simple to set up, and the ability to move around is one of the key advantages of using it. Because of its light weight and ultra-thin design, it is very portable and can be moved from one location to another with relative ease. Furthermore, it does not necessitate a significant amount of time for installation, replacement, or comprehensive cleaning.

It can help to build a visual experience that is both intelligent and immersive, so improving the overall user experience.

If consumers are interested with these amazing products; welcome to come to the booth to experience it.

Get more information about products:
https://www.aoto.com/products/sid-all-in-one.html
https://www.aoto.com/products/cv-all-in-one-series.html

About AOTO:

AOTO Electronics Co., Ltd. (stock abbreviation: AOTO Electronics; stock code: 002587), founded in 1993. It specializes in the R&D, manufacturing, marketing, and professional services of LED products, which cover XR studios, transportation, conference rooms, digital media, sports, events, control rooms, and other applications. It also manufactures banking technology products for the finance system. Over the past two decades, AOTO Electronics has grown to include 17 member companies spread across America, Europe, and Asia.

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http://www.szaoto.com

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ITRI’s VLSI-TSA and VLSI-DAT Symposia will Kick Off in April 2022

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HSINCHU, , Dec. 22, 2021 — The Industrial Technology Research Institute (ITRI) will host the 2022 International Symposia on VLSI Technology, Systems and Applications (VLSI-TSA) and Design, Automation and Test (VLSI-DAT) on April 18-21, 2022 at the Ambassador Hotel Hsinchu, Taiwan. Experts from top companies and prestigious academic institutions including TSMC, Intel, IBM, Microsoft Corporation, MediaTek, Mitsubishi Electric Corporation, Winbond Electronics Corporation, Stanford University, and University of California, Berkeley will share their insights and latest research findings on 3D heterogeneous integration, AI hardware design, GaN and SiC technology and applications, silicon photonics, in-memory computing, advanced packaging, AIoT security, next-generation MRAM, low dimensional materials and devices, and high performance computing.

The VLSI-TSA and VLSI-DAT Symposia will take place in person in Hsinchu, Taiwan during April 18-21, 2022.
The VLSI-TSA and VLSI-DAT Symposia will take place in person in Hsinchu, Taiwan during April 18-21, 2022.

The VLSI-TSA and VLSI-DAT symposia were first held in 1983, hosting premiere conferences in semiconductor-related fields and attracting up to 1,000 participants every year. In the 2022 event, six esteemed experts will give keynote speeches. Dr. Babak Sabi, Sr. Vice President and General Manager of Assembly and Test Technology Development at Intel Corporation, will describe current technology envelopes and future scaling directions for representative advanced packaging architectures. Mr. Toru Matsuoka, Deputy General Manager of the Business Planning Project Group, Power Device Works at Mitsubishi Electric Corporation, will discuss the latest SiC technology and will demonstrate some application examples. Dr. Jeff Burns, Director of IBM Research AI Hardware Center, will share his insights on the challenges and opportunities in AI hardware design. Prof. Boris Murmann of Stanford University will illustrate examples of small-scale data analysis and machine learning inference systems that operate near the physical interface. Dr. K. Lawrence Loh, Sr. Vice President of MediaTek, will highlight technology challenges to the IC industry for the next decade. Dr. L.C. Lu, Vice President of Research & Development/Design & Technology Platform at TSMC, will review recent market trends and focus on advances in process scaling for libraries, memories and external interfaces, covering several design and technology co-optimization (DTCO) techniques that enable higher transistor density and performance.

The 2022 VLSI-TSA and VLSI-DAT symposia are planned as hybrid events, incorporating an in-person conference and a virtual platform with live sessions and on-demand video presentations. The in-person symposia will be held on April 18-21, 2022 at the Ambassador Hotel Hsinchu, Taiwan. Following the physical event, there will be virtual symposia providing online access to on-demand video presentations from April 25 to May 24, 2022. Over 150 outstanding papers will be presented during the symposia.

Online registration will be open from January 1, 2022. Enjoy the early registration discount until March 18, 2022, and students are eligible for an up to 65% discount on their registration fee. Registration link: https://reg.itri.org.tw/2022VLSI.

For further information, please visit the conference websites:
2022 VLSI-TSA: https://expo.itri.org.tw/2022vlsitsa 
2022 VLSI-DAT: https://expo.itri.org.tw/2022vlsidat 

About ITRI

Industrial Technology Research Institute (ITRI) is one of the world’s leading technology R&D institutions aiming to innovate a better future for society. Founded in 1973, ITRI has played a vital role in transforming Taiwan’s industries from labor-intensive into innovation-driven. To address market needs and global trends, it has launched its 2030 Technology Strategy & Roadmap and focuses on innovation development in Smart Living, Quality Health, and Sustainable Environment. It also strives to strengthen Intelligentization Enabling Technology to support diversified applications.

Over the years, ITRI has been dedicated to incubating startups and spinoffs, including well-known names such as UMC and TSMC. In addition to its headquarters in Taiwan, ITRI has branch offices in the U.S., Europe, and Japan in an effort to extend its R&D scope and promote international cooperation across the globe. For more information, please visit https://www.itri.org/eng.

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Delta’s Display Solutions Enable 360o Immersive Installation of “Ukiyo-e Theater from Paris” Exhibition at the Kadokawa Culture Museum in Japan

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TAIPEI, Dec. 14, 2021 — Delta, a global leader in power management and thermal solutions and pioneer in display technologies, today announced its state-of-the-art display solutions are facilitating a large 360-degree seamless immersive installation of dynamic and enchanting video images for the "Ukiyo-e Theater from Paris" exhibition, held to commemorate the first anniversary of the Kadokawa Culture Museum in the suburbs of Tokyo, Japan. The aforementioned solution includes over 30 high-end projectors E-Vision 10000 from Delta’s associate company Digital Projection.

Mr. Miyashita, general manager of Kadokawa Culture Museum, remarked, "We chose the E-Vision Laser 10000 series projectors from Delta’s Digital Projection this time because they provide laser light for better stability and reliability while they also support 100V input and offer sufficient brightness and contrast, all essential for projection cases in large venues. Above all, Delta’s team provided fantastic support for our art exhibition".

Mr. C.H. Ko, executive director of Delta Electronics (Japan), said, "We are honored and truly glad to cooperate with Kadokawa Culture Promotion Foundation and support Kadokawa Culture Museum in the commemoration of its first anniversary. Delta is in fact celebrating its 50th anniversary this year. Creating this exquisite immersive installation of Ukiyo-e art with our display solutions has been a rewarding experience as we have collaborated with our partners to preserve these artistic treasures for different generations to appreciate in this memorable exhibition. We look forward to expanding the reach of Delta’s advanced display solutions in Japan to support art exhibitions, sport broadcasting events as well as films with revolutionary images and colors."

The "Ukiyo-e Theater from Paris" exhibition is being held from October 30, 2021 to April 10, 2022 at the 1st floor Grand Gallery of the Kadokawa Culture Museum in the suburbs of Tokyo, Japan. Over 30 Digital Projection projectors E-Vision Laser 10000 series projectors display 12 different video scenes of traditional and contemporary Ukiyo-e art created by Danny Rose Studio, a digital art creation team in France, over a 360-degree 1000-sqm area with superior brightness, sharpness and color accuracy.

Delta’s display solutions have built a remarkable track record in Japan for over 20 years. Recent success cases include the Mori Museum in Tokyo, which selected Delta’s 8K projection technology to display AI-based visual art. Moreover, public outdoor viewing by Japan leading broadcasting stations of world-class sporting events, art and culture exhibitions were also carried out with Delta’s 8K projectors.

About Delta

Delta, founded in 1971, is a global leader in switching power supplies and thermal management products with a thriving portfolio of smart energy-saving systems and solutions in the fields of industrial automation, building automation, telecom power, data center infrastructure, EV charging, renewable energy, energy storage and display, to nurture the development of smart manufacturing and sustainable cities. As a world-class corporate citizen guided by its mission statement, "To provide innovative, clean and energy-efficient solutions for a better tomorrow," Delta leverages its core competence in high-efficiency power electronics and its CSR-embedded business model to address key environmental issues, such as climate change. Delta serves customers through its sales offices, R&D centers and manufacturing facilities spread over close to 200 locations across 5 continents.

Throughout its history, Delta has received various global awards and recognition for its business achievements, innovative technologies and dedication to CSR. Since 2011, Delta has been listed on the DJSI World Index of Dow Jones Sustainability™ Indices for 10 consecutive years. In 2020, Delta was also recognized by CDP with two "A" leadership level ratings for its substantial contribution to climate change and water security issues and named Supplier Engagement Leader for its continuous development of a sustainable value chain

For detailed information about Delta, please visit: www.deltaww.com

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aelf Hosts its Inaugural Metaverse Hackathon – Top of OASIS

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SINGAPORE, Dec. 12, 2021 — aelf’s first metaverse-themed hackathon — Top of OASIS — has opened on December 12th, 2021. Participants are invited to submit their projects anytime before Feb. 9th, 2022. The distribution of the $680,000 prizes will be announced on Feb. 15th, 2022.

The Top of OASIS Hackathon aims to support early-stage projects and ideas from open-source developer communities, allowing both community members and organizations to participate in funding developer projects and blockchain ventures. The hackathon aims to enlarge while increasing the diversity of aelf developer community that will help projects grow and eventually join the aelf ecosystem.

Following the industrial news closely, the event has drawn great attention from practitioners who are willing to jump into the Meta-universe with wet shoes. According to the publicized re-registration record, aelf team has received willing contacts of 60 individuals/teams from the United States of America, Singapore, Britain, Canada, China, India, Japan, Turkey, Spain, etc.

The final results will be revealed on Feb. 15th, 2022, whose evaluation should be conducted equally by the judging committee. Judges in the Top of OASIS are industrial experts from Knowsec, RockX, bountyblok, Bitmain, Cypher 9 Ventures, Microsoft MVP, Tencent, IEEE, and more to join.

aelf has prepared a bountiful seed fund that is worth $500k to fuel the rise of aelf ecology. Per the network, the hackathon will fetch out talents from all over the world while promoting the quick landing of GameFi projects, both of which will thrive and eventually broaden the aelf ecosystem. 

"The whole network is well prepared to support the hackathons and their sequent effects. We have prepared our best team to support our hackers from all perspectives. It will set the foundation for the development of the aelf ecology, and we will invite the most talented developers to our platform. This is just a start," said Haobo Ma, CEO from aelf.

About aelf:
aelf is a decentralized blockchain network powered by cloud infrastructure. It provides a high-speed open infrastructure for users and developers around the world. aelf innovated in the cross-chain collaboration mechanism, elegant multi-level side chain system, and unlimited expansion capabilities. The network can seamlessly connect to the existing ecologies that are safe, efficient, autonomous, stable, easy to use, and transparent.

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CIEF 2021 kicks off, 6,000 plus projects exhibited online and offline (“Empower the Dual Circulation & Boost the New Development,” 2021 CIEF opens)

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GUANGZHOU, China, Dec. 11, 2021 — On December 10, the 2021 China Innovation and Entrepreneurship Fair (hereinafter referred to as CIEF) with the theme of "Empower the Dual Circulation & Boost the New Development" kicked off at Pazhou Canton Fair Complex. This three-day CIEF will be held from December 10 to December 12.

2021 CIEF is hosted by China Association for Science and Technology, the National Development and Reform Commission, the Chinese Academy of Sciences, the Chinese Academy of Engineering, the Central Committee of the Jiu San Society, the People’s Government of Guangdong Province, and the People’s Government of Guangzhou Municipality, and organized by the People’s Government of Guangzhou Municipality and Asia Data Group. This CIEF features 15 exhibition areas and functional areas. More than 6,000 scientific and technological achievements that are urgently needed by businesses and can be easily commercialized will be displayed offline and online, with a focus on advanced technology and products in high-tech fields such as new infrastructure, intelligent vehicles, next-generation information technology, artificial intelligence, biomedicine and high-end equipment. 20 events such as the forum summit, auction of achievements, technology transfers, and project roadshows will be held simultaneously.

The online exhibition will be included at the 2021 CIEF, which is an event that "never ends", in order to promote the commercialization of scientific and technological achievements in a routine and targeted manner, and build a full-chain innovation ecosystem. Through the online platform, domestic and international exhibitors can conduct online exhibition, matchmaking of scientific and technological achievements, and roadshows. Based on 66 CIEF achievement commercialization bases and online exhibition platform, the 2021 CIEF will carry out 100 online and offline matchmaking activities before and after the fair to promote the integration of the innovation chain and the industrial chain.

Focus on key industries during the 14th Five-Year Plan period, and help the state and regions make new progress

The CIEF is an innovative, open, and hub-type national exhibition that is guided by the national widespread innovation and entrepreneurship strategy and that exhibits the achievements of innovation and entrepreneurship. The 2021 CIEF will help the state and regions make new progress and get off to a good starting during the "14th Five-Year Plan" period.

During the "14th Five-Year Plan" period, China will promote the integration of advanced manufacturing and modern service industries, prioritize the supporting and leading role of infrastructure, and build a modern industrial system for the coordinated development of the real economy, technological innovation, modern finance, and human resources. the 2021 CIEF follows the national development plan, with a focus on the key industries under the 14th Five-Year Plan. This CIEF features special exhibition areas to showcase China’s achievements in new infrastructure, advanced equipment and cutting-edge technology, new-generation information technology, artificial intelligence, biomedicine, and intelligent vehicles.

At the 2021 CIEF, 33 scientific research institutes under the Chinese Academy of Sciences will showcase a total of 149 high-end scientific and technological achievements. Scientists from the Jiu San Society across the country will display xxx pieces of latest achievements in the fields of new energy, new materials, and so on. 37 academicians and their teams will display 92 projects.

The outline of the "14th Five-Year Plan" states that support will be given to the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area to build an international center for scientific and technological innovation. The 2021 CIEF features special exhibition areas to display the scientific and technological achievements made by innovation entities in "9+2" cities in the Guangdong, Hong Kong and Macao region, including universities, enterprises, scientific research institutes, and new-type research and development institutions. It aims to boost the exchange and promotion of technological innovation and advanced scientific research achievements in the Greater Bay Area, and facilitate the commercialization of scientific and technological achievements and the growth of innovative enterprises.

At the CIEF, a series of activities related to key industries during the 14th Five-Year Plan period will be held, such as the High-end Equipment Manufacturing Innovation Forum and the Greater Bay Area Roundtable Summit for Achievement Commercialization Ecosystem Construction, in an effort to promote the upgrading of the manufacturing industry and build new pillars of the industrial system.

Serve the construction of innovation hub city for "Innovation China", and create a model for technological and economic integration

Guangzhou was selected as an innovation hub city for "Innovation China" on May 30 this year, the only city selected in the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area.

"Innovation China" is a service brand created by China Association for Science and Technology to promote the integration of technology and economy. After having held the CIEF for six consecutive years, Guangzhou now has the advantages of the entire chain covering government, industry, universities, research institutes, and financing, and stands out from the many pilot cities for "Innovation China", becoming an innovation hub city for "Innovation China".

The 2021 CIEF will continue to serve Guangzhou as it becomes an innovation hub city for "Innovation China". At the event, the "Innovation Guangzhou" innovation achievements exhibition area will showcase scientific and technological achievements made by innovation entities in Guangzhou, such as Guangdong laboratories, national key laboratories, key high-tech enterprises, as well as national, provincial and municipal technological innovation and R&D platforms. It will better show Guangzhou’s achievements in becoming "Innovation China" innovation hub city and in scientific and technological innovations in recent years.

At the 2021 CIEF, Guangzhou policies on the industrialization of scientific and technological achievements will be released in the form of promotional videos to help technological innovation enterprises and talents to learn about Guangzhou policies. At the CIEF, relevant persons responsible from the Guangzhou Municipal Party Committee’s Talent Leadership Office, Guangzhou Municipal Science and Technology Bureau, Guangzhou Science and Technology Finance Group Co., Ltd., and Nansha District Science and Technology Bureau will be invited to give presentations on policies regarding innovation and entrepreneurship, introduction of talents, project commercialization, transactions of intellectual property rights, etc. for participating organizations and personnel, as well as offering face-to-face consulting services.

At the CIEF, the awarding ceremony of the National Offshore Innovation and Entrepreneurship Base for Overseas Talents will be held for Guangzhou Development Zone and Nansha District. The establishment of the National Offshore Innovation and Entrepreneurship Base for Overseas Talents in two districts of the same city is a sign that China Association for Science and Technology recognizes Guangzhou’s work on talents and innovation and entrepreneurship. The Base will support Guangzhou Development Zone and Nansha District in attracting overseas talents and technology, as well as in the incubation of innovation and entrepreneurship projects, and commercialization of scientific and technological achievements.

Integrate resources and extend the service chain, address "last mile" issue in transactions of achievements

Following six years of development, the CIEF has a better "1+1+N" model for achievement commercialization (namely annual exhibition, one online CIEF platform and "N" regular achievement commercialization bases). The CIEF has set up 66 routine achievement commercialization bases in achievement commercialization institutions, incubators, and science and technology parks, and has established an achievement commercialization and transaction service network that covers the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area and extends to the whole nation.

The CIEF will lead more than 50 banks, foundations, venture capital organizations, industry associations, incubators and other related organizations in the field of achievement commercialization and investment and financing to establish China CIEF Achievement Cand Investment and Financing Alliance. Through the CIEF and achievement commercialization bases, the alliance will hold roadshows for the matchmaking of projects and investors, build a communication bridge between investment and financing parties and innovation and entrepreneurship achievement projects, improve the service of the investment and financing industry and matchmaking efficiency, and address the "last mile" issue in the commercialization of scientific and technological achievements.

Centering on the central task of achievement trading, the 2021 CIEF will organize CIEF achievement and technology auctions, CIEF roadshows for outstanding projects, bank-enterprise matchmaking for inclusive finance, academician tour of enterprises, and other events to facilitate commercialization and transactions.

Empower the new development pattern of dual circulation, and integrate into global technological innovation

The theme of the 2021 CIEF is "enabling double circulation and boosting new development". The CIEF has been committed to accelerating the integration of government, industry, universities, research institutes, and financing, opening up the chain of technological innovation, facilitating localized knowledge production, flow, diffusion, application, and re-generation, and helping to build a domestic circulation for technological innovation.

The 2021 CIEF steps up efforts to attract innovation projects from countries with a developed technology industry, introducing global advanced innovation elements to China for double circulation. The CIEF also features the Belt and Road international exhibition area and Israel Day activities. About 300 projects will be displayed at an exhibition area of more than 1,100 square meters. At the same time, a total of 137 companies from more than 20 innovative countries such as Germany, the United Kingdom, France, Spain, Belgium, Denmark, Finland, the United States, Russia, Israel, South Korea as well as the countries along the Belt and Road will participate in the events, with a focus on intelligent technology, consumer electronics, green and low-carbon, biomedicine and other industries.

The CIEF will also hold the Belt and Road Technology Transaction and Innovation Development Forum, International Intelligent Manufacturing Industry Cooperation Forum, International Online New Economy Industry Forum and other forums. Academicians, leaders of innovative technology businesses, and representatives of national scientific research institutions will participate in online and offline events, and contribute to the new development pattern with double circulation through technological innovation.

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CES Innovation Award Honoree total pet healthcare app ‘TTcare’ to be introduced in Las Vegas

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SEOUL, South Korea, Dec. 9, 2021 — AI FOR PET will participate in ‘CES(Consumer Electronics Show)’, the world’s largest technology exhibition held in Las Vegas from Jan. 5 (THU) to Jan. 8 (SAT) 2022.

AI FOR PET has developed an AI technology-based total pet healthcare app service, TTcare. Users only need their mobile phone and the TTcare app to take care of their pets’ health. When a user takes a picture of their pet’s eyes or any part of their body with a smartphone, the artificial intelligence will inform them whether or not there are any potential eye or skin disease-related symptoms. In addition to diagnostic features, there is weight management, behavior analysis, and other features.  These features allow users to manage their pet based on breed, age and disease history.

TTcare will be introduced at CES
TTcare will be introduced at CES

AI FOR PET began developing TTcare based on a research study "CNN-based diagnosis models for canine ulcerative keratitis" published in the 2019 Scientific Report journal. By learning major body parts such as the eyes, ears, feet and other parts of pets, the algorithm automatically detects and optimizes the areas to analyze. It crops them and determines whether they may have a potential disease using various neural network algorithm-based ensemble models.

TTcare is the first smartphone application in the world to determine whether a disease exists by using pictures of pets’ eyes or skin. TTcare is also the first product to be officially approved by the Korean government for "Artificial Intelligence-based medical device software for animals" rather than a general pet service. By being selected as a CES 2022 Innovation Award Honoree, TTcare’s technology and innovation has received validation.

TTcare was selected as a CES 2022 Innovation Award Honoree
TTcare was selected as a CES 2022 Innovation Award Honoree

TTcare prevents disease deterioration and health complications in pets, thus reducing medical expenses due to unnecessary hospital visits. It will also recognize and manage neglected diseases in advance as most pet owners do not have an expertise in pet diseases.

The CES Euna Huh said, "Our app supports the identification of diseases and periodic health care from the comfort of the user’s home, so that pets and pet owners can live a healthy life together for a long time."

AI FOR PET launched TTcare in late 2020 in Korea and plans to launch an English service in the first half of 2022 to service pet parents around the world.

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VR Digital Therapeutics for depression developed in consultation with specialists from Boston, MA, U.S.A., introducing innovative clinical tool at CES2022

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-53 million additional cases of depression globally due to the pandemic; VR digital therapeutics helps meet this increasing demand with technology that can enhance treatment effectiveness –

TOKYO, Dec. 7, 2021 — Jolly Good Inc. ("Jolly Good"), a leading Japanese VR company which develops and provides medical VR and VR digital therapeutics, is expanding overseas and has developed an English version of its VR digital therapeutic tool that facilitates the treatment of depression ("VRDTx"). Jolly Good has invited Dr. Katharine "Kim" Larsson and Dr. Amaro Laria–behavioral medicine specialists based in Boston, MA, USA–to join Jolly Good as consultants for their VRDTx project. The VRDTx treatment approach is based on principles of cognitive-behavioral therapy. Dr. Larsson and Dr. Laria support the potential value of this innovative technology to facilitate in the treatment of depression, and have worked closely with Jolly Good to ensure that their product meets the demands of the USA audience. A demo version of this VRDTx technology will be exhibited for the first time at CES, the world’s largest technology event, which will be held in Las Vegas on January 5-8, 2022.

From left: Dr. Larsson and Dr. Laria of Boston Behavioral Medicine, LLC; and Kensuke Joji, CEO of Jolly Good.
From left: Dr. Larsson and Dr. Laria of Boston Behavioral Medicine, LLC; and Kensuke Joji, CEO of Jolly Good.

Exhibiting at CES, the world’s largest tech event

The VRDTx, developed by Jolly Good in consultation with Dr. Larsson and Dr. Laria, will be exhibited for the first time in the "health & wellness" category at CES, one of the world’s largest technology conferences. There’s a lot of excitement in anticipation of CES’s first in-person conference in two years, and they expect a very high number of attendants.

＜Information of CES＞

Date：Jan 5th (Wed) – Jan 8th (Sat), 2022
Place： North Hall, Las Vegas Convention and World Trade Center(LVCC), Las Vegas, NV, USA
（Booth number：8478）
https://www.ces.tech/

53 million additional cases of depression raises concern about gaps in healthcare delivery

According to a study on the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on mental disorders by Dr. Damian F. Santomauro and his colleagues at the University of Queensland, Australia, (published in online Lancet journal), the number of patients with major depressive disorder and anxiety disorders increased by more than 53 million and 76 million, respectively, with higher rates among women and young people. According to the Health Professional Shortage Area (HPSA) MAP published by the Kaiser Family Foundation (KFF), the availability of mental health services across the U.S. varies from region to region, with most regions meeting less than 50% of the demand for mental health services, which is inadequate.

Addressing regional disparities by enhancing treatment effectiveness with VR-facilitated treatment

Using VR technology in the treatment of depression can be a significant adjunct to enhance treatment effectiveness by allowing the patient to have a more realistic experience. Patients are able to immerse themselves almost "in vivo" in a VR environment and experience "first- hand" typical situations that are relevant to depressed patients. They identify with the characters in the scenes being able to take multiple subjective positions in the situations that are displayed. Watching the characters in the scenes express their thoughts and perspectives from a distanced position, can help patients reflect on their own thoughts and perspectives in similar situations in their lives. Enhancing the effectiveness of available treatments for depression can help alleviate the burden associated with the increasing demand for adequate mental health services worldwide.

＜Comments from the professional consultants＞

Dr. Kim Larsson and Dr. Amaro Laria joined the Jolly Good VRDTx project as professional consultants in 2021. They are the co-founders and co-directors of Boston Behavioral Medicine, LLC in Boston, MA, USA. Dr. Larsson is a graduate of Boston College School of Nursing, and a former supervisor at Cambridge Health Alliance, Harvard Medical School. Dr. Laria is a graduate of the University of Massachusetts Boston and a current Clinical Instructor in the Psychiatry Department of Cambridge Health Alliance, Harvard Medical School. They have expertise in behavioral medicine and currently run a training program.

"VRDTx can help improve quality and effectiveness in treating depression, which in turn can alleviate some of the burden associated with regional disparities in the US."
Katharine "Kim" Larsson, PhD, RN, CS
Co-founder & Clinical Director
Boston Behavioral Medicine, LLC

"The COVID-19 pandemic has limited social interactions causing many to become isolated, which has significantly fueled levels of depression and anxiety. In turn, being depressed and anxious causes people to become more isolated, which impacts negatively on their functioning. VR technology can be an important adjunct for psychotherapists in the treatment of depression. "

"I foresee that VR technology will become more routine in the treatment of mental health conditions, and will represent an important clinical tool for psychotherapists to enhance the effectiveness of their treatments. Given the increasing demand for services and serious shortage of mental health clinicians, enhancing the effectiveness of our current treatments for depression will be essential in addressing this global mental health crisis."

＜Dr. Larsson’s Biography＞

Dr. Katherine "Kim" Larsson is a doctoral level licensed clinical specialist, who has practiced as a psychotherapist and psycho-pharmacologist for over 20 years. Dr. Larsson underwent clinical training at McLean Hospital and The Cambridge Hospital, both teaching hospitals of Harvard Medical School. She is former Assistant Director of the Behavioral Medicine Program at Harvard Vanguard Medical Associates in Boston, and a former supervisor in the Behavioral Medicine Program at Cambridge Health Alliance, Harvard Medical School. She has carried out international work in Japan as a lecturer and consultant, helping to promote the development of behavioral medicine approaches among nurses and mental health clinicians.

"VRDTx can allow depressed patients to immerse themselves in real life situations, which can significantly enhance the effectiveness of their treatments"
Amaro J. Laria, PhD
Co-founder & Training Director, Boston Behavioral Medicine, LLC
Faculty / Clinical Supervisor, Psychiatry Department, Cambridge Health Alliance, Harvard Medical School

"VR technology brings an experiential and interactive element into the therapy room. It’s an important complement to the ‘talking’ element in psychotherapy, and it results in a more balanced and comprehensive treatment. For example, if a patient is talking about their lack of motivation, the therapist can invite them to reflect on a scene they watched in a VR session, which provides a more vivid and concrete illustration of what the lack of motivation may look like in real life.

Moreover, watching a realistic scene in a VR environment may trigger a particular memory of a similar situation in their own lives, which will allow them to process this material in their talking therapy. VRDTx can also facilitate the process of learning strategies like self-monitoring and cognitive restructuring, which are core to cognitive-behavioral therapy, by providing a role play opportunity through a realistic illustration in VR. It can also be a good replacement for in-vivo exposure, especially in situations in which it’s difficult to recreate real life exposure situations.

＜Dr. Laria’s Biography＞

Dr. Amaro Laria is a licensed clinical psychologist with over 30 years of experience as a psychotherapist. He uses a patient-centered integrative approach that highlights the centrality of the therapeutic relationship and the role of emotions in treatment. Dr. Laria is director of the Boston Behavioral Medicine Training Program, and holds a faculty appointment as Clinical Instructor at Harvard Medical School through his affiliation with the Department of Psychiatry at Cambridge Health Alliance. He obtained his PhD in clinical psychology at University of Massachusetts Boston in 1997, and was a NIMH post-doctoral research fellow in the Social Medicine Department at Harvard Medical School. He served as advisor on cultural issues to the DSM-5 workgroup on anxiety disorders.

VR therapeutics for depression （ https://jollygood.co.jp/vrdtx/en ）

VRDTx was developed by Jolly Good and is based on basic principles of cognitive-behavioral therapy ("CBT"), adapting CBT strategies to a VR environment. This treatment strategy allows patients to experience "realistic role play" situations that are typical of many individuals suffering from depression. The experiential quality of this treatment tool can make treatment more relevant to patients, which in turn can significantly enhance treatment effectiveness.

About Jolly Good（ https://jollygood.co.jp/ ）

Jolly Good is a medical technology company that develops high-precision VR solutions and AI-based medical and welfare services that analyze user behavior in the VR space. Using technologies such as VR and AI, the company is accelerating human growth and social rehabilitation in medical education, support for persons with disabilities, and treatment of mental illness. Through their collaboration with various research institutes and companies, Jolly Good is at the forefront in the evolution of health care by developing technological innovations that facilitate the provision of health care services.