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True and ZTE launch Joint Innovation Center to inject new vitality into Thailand’s digital transformation

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  • True and ZTE have jointly established the “True & ZTE Innovation Center” at True Digital Park in Bangkok.
  • The Joint Innovation Center offers endless possibilities, including ultra-high-capacity, optical networks, 5G wireless coverage, AI technology, Smart Factory, and various 5G applications.

BANGKOK, July 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — ZTE Corporation (0763.HK / 000063.SZ), a global leading provider of information and communication technology solutions, together with True Corporation, Thailand’s leading Telecom-tech company, have jointly launched the “True & ZTE Innovation Center” at True Digital Park in Bangkok. The innovative collaboration between True and ZTE will inject new vitality into Thailand’s digital transformation.

The “True & ZTE Innovation Center” aims to provide advanced digital solutions to Thai society and enterprises through technological, business, enterprise digital, and business model innovation. This will drive Thailand’s competitiveness in the global digital economy and jointly contribute to implementing Thailand’s digital strategy, serving Thailand’s digital strategy and social digital transformation.

Mr. Manat Manavutiveth, Chief Executive Officer of True Corporation Plc said, “Walking through the Innovation Center, you must have witnessed a large variety of cutting-edge digital products and solutions, which will play an important role in further promoting Thailand’s digitalization process and beyond.

“We look forward to close collaboration beyond the excellent relationship with ZTE to provide wireless and wired networks. The cooperation shows how we join force to provide cutting-edge digital products and solutions, which will play an important role in promoting Thailand’s digitalization process, providing good support for regional digitalization and reliable business environment. We therefore must efficiently capitalize on the Joint Innovation Center, which offers endless possibilities. Chief among them are: ultra-high-capacity, optical networks, 5G wireless coverage, AI technology, Smart Factory, and various 5G applications.”

Mr. Li Zixue, Chairman and Executive Director of ZTE Corporation, said, “Thailand is the most important strategic market for ZTE. We are very honored to be an important partner of True. The two sides support each other and develop together. We will continuously provide excellent wired and wireless network solutions, with comprehensive support of the highest priority. Today, in the event of the establishment of this Joint Innovation Center, we hope the cooperation between ZTE and True can become a benchmark and the model for digital cooperation between China and Thailand, to work together and create the cutting-edge digital network in Thailand, to develop Thailand’s digital economy and bring benefits to Thai people.”

As part of the center, ZTE and True will explore and apply the latest communication technologies, including Reconfigurable Intelligent Surface (RIS), network AI autonomy, extreme green and efficient networks, cloud IP, and portable industry core i5GC. This collaboration aims to provide efficient and reliable communication infrastructure for Thai enterprises to meet the needs of Thailand’s digital strategy.

Currently, enterprise digital innovation is one of the center’s core objectives. Through cooperation, True and ZTE will provide tailor-made innovative solutions, including digital factories, intelligent manufacturing, smart agriculture, intelligent logistics, AI machine vision applications, and frontline operational safety management. These solutions aim to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance production quality, helping enterprises achieve digital transformation and increase their competitiveness in the global market.

Furthermore, smart homes and smart living are also focal points of the innovation center. By applying AI technology and innovative solutions, the center aims to provide more convenient and intelligent experiences for personal and family life. Products such as smartphones, gaming phones, smart wearable devices, health trackers, glasses-free 3D tablets, cloud computers, WiFi 7 home routers, whole-home fiber optics, smart speakers, and smart home videos offer convenient living experiences. The users can remotely control lighting, temperature, curtains, televisions, air conditioners, and other household appliances using voice assistants or smartphones. In addition, the center offers personalized services and automated scenario settings based on environmental perception and user behavior so that life, learning, and residence can be more comfortable, safe, and convenient.

In collaboration with local ecosystem partners, the joint innovation center will thrive in the industry ecosystem through technological innovation, business innovation, enterprise digital innovation, and business model innovation. Additionally, the center will display innovative products, demonstrate innovative solutions, test new technologies, and cultivate digital skills and capabilities. ZTE will work hand in hand with True to embrace the bright future of digital society in Thailand, a vigorous, beautiful and colorful country!

MEDIA INQUIRIES:
ZTE Corporation
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Email: ZTE.press.release@zte.com.cn

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NetEase Cloud Music and RYCE Entertainment Form Strategic Partnership

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HANGZHOU, China, July 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — Cloud Music Inc. (HKEX: 9899, “NetEase Cloud Music” or the “Company”), a well-known online music platform featuring a vibrant content community, today announced that it has entered into a strategic partnership agreement (the “Agreement”) with RYCE Entertainment, one of China’s leading music and entertainment companies, to further expand the Company’s sweeping music content library.

Beyond the extension of previous cooperation, NetEase Cloud Music is now able to access an expanding portfolio of RYCE Entertainment’s music catalog in China with 30-day initial launch rights to distribute new additions to the catalog under the latest terms of the Agreement. The two companies will collaborate to promote RYCE Entertainment’s prominent artists and music catalog in China through the synergies of extensive music production and distribution prowess. 

Since its founding in 2021, RYCE Entertainment has been devoted to creating and distributing critically acclaimed music to a global audience, and its music catalogue boasts works from a diverse roaster of talented artists, including Jackson Wang, Amber Liu, Tablo, PSY.P, Caelan Moriaty, Oscar Wang, AnsrJ and Renyu Zheng, among others.

As one of China’s leading online music platforms, NetEase Cloud Music is a preferred online destination for younger generations to enjoy music across a wide variety of genres from artists both at home and abroad. The platform boasts a unique music community atmosphere, highly interactive user base and impressive user stickiness. In 2022, NetEase Cloud Music hosted 189 million monthly active users who showcased vigorous average daily music listening trends and interactions with other users in the community. Together, these features underpin NetEase Cloud Music’s robust capabilities in efficiently promoting music content and enhancing the interactions between artists and their fan base.

As a forerunner in China’s online music industry, NetEase Cloud Music continues to partner with leading entertainment companies around the globe. Earlier in 2023, the Company further extended its portfolio of C-pop music and other popular genres through partnerships with other iconic production companies including Rock Records and B’in Music. With a powerful and growing portfolio of music from major labels that span a wide range of genres and geographies, NetEase Cloud Music is known for incubating independent musicians and fostering emerging musicians as it continues to grow its production capabilities and loyal Gen Z community of dedicated music fans.

About RYCE ENTERTAINMENT

RYCE is an innovative global music and entertainment company which operates in three main business sectors: music, artist management, and IP development.

Having integrated top management and production teams from across the industry, RYCE presents a strong lineup of talent, backed with vast copyright and media resources, industry access and networks. The company continues to develop creative business models to produce entertainment content that adapts to new media trends and is committed to creating a diversified and contemporary entertainment company.

About Cloud Music Inc.

Launched in 2013 by NetEase, Inc. (NASDAQ: NTES; HKEX: 9999), Cloud Music Inc. (HKEX: 9899) is a well-known online music platform featuring a vibrant content community. Dedicated to providing an elevated user experience, Cloud Music Inc. provides precise, personalised recommendations, promotes user interaction and creates a strong social community. Its focus on discovering and promoting emerging musicians has made Cloud Music Inc. a destination of choice for exploring new and independent music among music enthusiasts in China. The platform has been recognised as the most popular entertainment app among China’s vibrant Generation Z community.

Please see http://ir.music.163.com/ for more information.

Forward Looking Statements

This press release contains forward-looking statements relating to the business outlook, estimates of financial performance, forecast business plans and growth strategies of the Company. These forward-looking statements are based on information currently available to the Company and are stated herein on the basis of the outlook at the time of this press release. They are based on certain expectations, assumptions and premises, some of which are subjective or beyond our control. These forward-looking statements may prove to be incorrect and may not be realised in the future. Underlying these forward-looking statements are a lot of risks and uncertainties. In light of the risks and uncertainties, the inclusion of forward-looking statements in this press release should not be regarded as representations by the Board or the Company that the plans and objectives will be achieved, and investors should not place undue reliance on such statements.

Investor Enquiries:

Angela Xu
Cloud Music Inc.
music.ir@service.netease.com

Media Enquiries:

Zhang Mengqi
NetEase, Inc.
globalpr@service.netease.com

Source: NetEase, Inc.

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Emerson and Cavendish Renewable Technology to Drive Innovation in Hydrogen Applications

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Automation software and technologies chosen to help improve efficiency, safety, emissions and faster time-to-market for hydrogen-based solutions

MELBOURNE, Australia, July 5, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — Global technology and software leader Emerson (NYSE: EMR) today announced that Cavendish Renewable Technology (CRT), an Australia-based startup with proprietary hydrogen technologies, will work with Emerson’s automation and software portfolio to accelerate the deployment of CRT’s hydrogen production solutions.

As the world continues to seek sustainable energy alternatives, hydrogen has emerged as a promising carrier of cleaner energy. With its immense potential to help reduce greenhouse gas emissions, hydrogen technologies have become a key focus for researchers, industries and governments worldwide.

“It’s going to be a golden era for hydrogen over the next decade,” said Ani Kulkarni, Ph.D., CRT’s chief executive officer. “Working with Emerson will enable us to optimize and scale our operations, which will help accelerate the global adoption of hydrogen technologies to meet energy targets and reduce global emissions.” 

Under the agreement, Emerson will leverage its extensive automation expertise and portfolio, including software, control systems, instrumentation, valves and safety solutions, for CRT’s hydrogen electrolysers and ammonia processing equipment.

“Emerson’s hydrogen experience and automation technology will help CRT digitalize its operations for improved safety and reliability while also accelerating the delivery of its hydrogen-based products and solutions,” said Mike Train, Emerson’s senior vice president and chief sustainability officer. 

“Our value proposition is two-fold,” said CRT CEO Kulkarni. “Our proprietary electrolyser technology will enable production of green hydrogen at scale which we aim will be cost competitive to fossil fuels, and our ammonia solution can convert ammonia directly into electricity, a one-step process that uses far less energy than converting ammonia back into hydrogen before electricity is produced.”

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About Emerson 
Emerson (NYSE: EMR) is a global technology and software company providing innovative solutions for the world’s essential industries. Through its leading automation portfolio, including its majority stake in AspenTech, Emerson helps hybrid, process and discrete manufacturers optimize operations, protect personnel, reduce emissions and achieve their sustainability goals. For more information, visit Emerson.com.

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STRATEGIC PARTNERSHIP BETWEEN OMG AND NIP; ANNOUNCEMENT OF FIRST EVER ESPORTS CONVENTION IN ASIA

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SINGAPORE, June 23, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — Oceanus Media Global (OMG) and Ninjas in Pyjamas (NIP) are thrilled to announce the signing of a momentous Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), marking the commencement of a partnership that seeks to break new grounds in the media and gaming industries.

This MOU represents a commitment to cooperation and mutual goals between OMG, a creative media tech agency that is breaking new grounds in the immersive media world, and Ninjas in Pyjamas, a renowned esports organization known for its dominant presence in the competitive gaming landscape. With the best of both worlds colliding, today’s MOU signifies a shared vision and a commitment to working together in pursuit of common objectives.

Present at the MOU Signing Ceremony today were Mr Nick GC Tan, CEO from Oceanus Media Global, Mr Peter Koh, PBM, Group Chief Executive Officer of Oceanus Group and Chairman of Oceanus Media Global, Mr Johnny Chiam, Head of Business Development from Oceanus Media Global, Mr Sun Liwei, President of eStar Pro, Mr Zhang Lei, Senior Vice President of NIP Group, and Mr Jonas Gunderson, COO of NIP Group.

MOU signing between Oceanus Media Global (OMG) and Ninjas in Pyjamas (NIP)
MOU signing between Oceanus Media Global (OMG) and Ninjas in Pyjamas (NIP)

(from left to right: Mr Johnny Chiam, Mr Peter Koh, PBM, Mr Nick GC Tan, Mr Sun Liwei, Mr Zhang Lei, Mr Jonas Gunderson)
(from left to right: Mr Johnny Chiam, Mr Peter Koh, PBM, Mr Nick GC Tan, Mr Sun Liwei, Mr Zhang Lei, Mr Jonas Gunderson)

The signing of the MOU cements the shared commitment of OMG and NIP to drive innovation, foster esports culture, and deliver unparalleled experiences to gamers and fans across the globe. Through this partnership, both organizations will be able to harness their extensive networks, resources, and industry insights to fuel the growth and advancement of esports on a global scale.

As part of this collaboration, both organizations are excited to unveil the first ever Immersive Esports Asia Convention (IEAC), an event set to revolutionize the esports experience for enthusiasts worldwide.

IEAC is set to be a momentous, groundbreaking event that seeks to unite developers, brands, players and fans across the world, all the while celebrating the feats of traditional esports tournaments in a familiar format. This exceptional convention will feature an array of engaging activities, including community tournaments, interactive gaming showcases, industry exhibitions, celebrity appearances, product launches, and many more. IEAC aims to serve as the ultimate destination for esports enthusiasts, professionals, and industry stakeholders, fostering a vibrant community and pushing the boundaries of what is possible in competitive gaming.

“We are beyond thrilled to announce our partnership with NIP and the unveiling of the Immersive Esports Asia Convention,” said Nick GC Tan, CEO of Oceanus Media Global. “This collaboration signifies a pivotal moment in our industry, as we unite to provide an unparalleled platform for gamers, industry leaders, and enthusiasts to come together and celebrate the dynamic world of esports.”

“We are excited to enter into this strategic partnership with Oceanus Media Global and to unveil something that we have been working on for a long while now: the IEAC,” stated Sun Liwei, President of Ninjas in Pyjamas. “Together, we aim to elevate the esports ecosystem and deliver unforgettable experiences to our fans. IEAC will exemplify the passion and dedication – fueled by the rich history of esports – that drives the gaming community. We cannot wait to showcase what we have in store.”

Further details regarding the IEAC, including dates, location, and ticket availability, will be revealed in the upcoming months. Stay tuned for more updates on this hallmark event. 

For more information, please contact Oceanus Media Global:

Gina Pang                                                                                                   
gina@oceanusmedia.global                                                 

About Oceanus Media Global: 
As the first of its kind in the region, Oceanus Media Global, a subsidiary of Oceanus Group, is a creative media tech company that represents a new multi-disciplinary intersection point in the industry. It seeks to expand the art of brand storytelling, by changing how the world tells stories by uniting design, technology and narrative.

Its portfolio of Futurealistic Experiences covers a wide range of domains, from extended reality productions to integrated brand marketing and metaverse solutions. For more information, please visit https://oceanusmedia.global/.

About Ninjas in Pyjamas:
Ninjas in Pyjamas (NIP) is an internationally acclaimed esports organization that has left a memorable mark on the competitive gaming landscape. With a history spanning over two decades, NIP has achieved remarkable success across multiple gaming titles, including Counter-Strike: Global Offensive (CS:GO), Dota 2, League of Legends, and more.

The organization has garnered numerous championship titles, securing its place as one of the most successful esports teams in history. NIP’s success stems not only from their exceptional gameplay but also from their commitment to nurturing talent and building a strong foundation for esports growth.

As pioneers in the industry, NIP played a pivotal role in shaping the esports ecosystem that we know today. They have been at the forefront of innovation, embracing new technologies, and pushing the boundaries of what is possible within competitive gaming. The organization strives to inspire the next generation of gamers through hosting events, workshops, and initiatives that promote inclusivity and diversity within the gaming industry.

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AJ Foyt Racing selects IFS Ultimo EAM software for critical Parts Management, Lifing and Maintenance processes

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IFS begins multi-year brand & technical partnership with AJ Foyt Racing 

CHICAGO, June 22, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — IFS, the global cloud enterprise software company, has announced that legendary American racing team AJ Foyt Racing has selected IFS as their strategic technology partner for the 2023, 2024 and 2025 IndyCar Racing seasons with options for extension. 

The multi-year partnership will see AJ Foyt Racing leverage IFS Ultimo for Parts Management, Parts Lifing and Maintenance. The solution also provides capabilities for work order management, multi-location inventory management and purchase control and management. 

Since the acquisition of the solution in 2022, IFS Ultimo continued to invest and expand in all its markets including North America as well as new ones. The decision to implement IFS Ultimo’s Enterprise Asset Management (EAM) software came at a time when Foyt Racing was looking to digitalize their workshop with a solution for vital monitoring and management for asset efficiency, reliability and minimizing of risk. 

Foyt Racing required specific functionality to enhance their central processes, having previously relied on a manual reporting lifing system. Using IFS Ultimo EAM, the race team will have an automated central input source, enabling real-time updates that monitor the chassis mileage and all the individual parts on the car at any given point in time. 

In addition, to optimize asset performance, the EAM solution will enhance component-specific triggers for Foyt Racing’s lifing system, enabling preventive maintenance task management, generating work orders, and providing active push notifications for required maintenance to drive optimal racing performance. 

Finally, the racing industry has not been spared from supply chain challenges. With full integration between lifing, maintenance, work orders, inventory and purchase order management, Foyt Racing will be able to ensure that parts needed for upcoming maintenance are ordered in timely fashion for availability at the right time and in the right place. 

In addition to becoming a strategic technology partner, IFS will collaborate with AJ Foyt Racing for a brand activation. The partnership will see the IFS logo featured on the team’s No. 14 and No. 55 Indy cars in all races, testing and showcasing during the 2023, 2024 and 2025 NTT INDYCAR Series racing seasons. 

IFS branding will also appear on the race suits of AJ Foyt Racing’s current drivers, Santino Ferrucci and Benjamin Pedersen. 

Commenting on the new partnership, Larry Foyt, president of A.J. Foyt Enterprises, said, “When evaluating our options, IFS Ultimo’s EAM solution stood out for its flexibility and out-of-the-box functionality.” He continued, “The racing business is highly competitive. And while there are many moving parts to every business, in the world of motorsport – it is imperative that we have the right technology to support performance and reliability. We are confident in the success of this partnership and are already discussing future opportunities with Artificial Intelligence with IFS and anticipate a new and efficient energy to take us to the victory lane.” 

Oliver Pilgerstorfer, Chief Marketing Officer, IFS, said, “With such a pedigree and history of talent in the American racing circuit, we are thrilled to be a strategic technology partner of AJ Foyt Racing.” He continued, “A core value for IFS is delivering fast time to value. By increasing asset reliability and the efficiency of Foyt Racing’s fleet, we are helping the team deliver at their moment of service on race day.” 

About AJ Foyt Racing 

AJ Foyt Racing, headquartered northwest of Houston, has been competing at the top levels of motorsports since December 1965, over 55 years. With A.J. Foyt driving, his team won two Indianapolis 500s and three national IndyCar championships. Since Foyt’s retirement from driving in 1993, the team has continued to win, claiming two more national titles and the 1999 Indianapolis 500 with driver Kenny Brack. 

About IFS 

IFS develops and delivers cloud enterprise software for companies around the world who manufacture and distribute goods, build and maintain assets, and manage service-focused operations. Within our single platform, our industry specific products are innately connected to a single data model and use embedded digital innovation so that our customers can be their best when it really matters to their customers—at the Moment of Service™. The industry expertise of our people and of our growing ecosystem, together with a commitment to deliver value at every single step, has made IFS a recognized leader and the most recommended supplier in our sector. Our team of over 5,500 employees every day live our values of agility, trustworthiness and collaboration in how we support our 10,000+ customers. Learn more about how our enterprise software solutions can help your business today at ifs.com. 

CONTACT:

IFS Press Contacts: 

EUROPE / MEA / APJ: Adam Gillbe 

IFS, Director of Corporate & Executive Communications 

Email: press@ifs.com 

Phone: +44 7775 114 856 

NORTH AMERICA / LATAM: Mairi Morgan 

IFS, Director of Corporate & Executive Communications 

Email: press@ifs.com 

Phone: +1 520 396 2155 

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Hyundai Motor Joins Forces with Culture Convenience Club to Provide Personalized Zero-Emission Vehicle Lifestyle

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  • The partnership to propose new lifestyle that combines zero-emission-vehicle (ZEV) mobility and cultural content in Japan by collaborating on new concept mobility service, data-driven marketing and global experience platform development
  • Based on their shared people-centric vision, Hyundai Motor and CCC aim to bring innovative customer experiences and foster a sustainable society
  • The two companies expect to enhance customer value based on their highly sophisticated data-driven partnership in the era of hyper-personalization

TOKYO and SEOUL, South Korea, June 22, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — Hyundai Motor Company, Hyundai Mobility Japan and lifestyle content company Culture Convenience Club (CCC) today signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) to co-create sustainable lifestyle services for the zero-emission-vehicle (ZEV) era.

Jaehoon Chang, President and CEO of Hyundai Motor Company
Jaehoon Chang, President and CEO of Hyundai Motor Company

The partnership aims to further facilitate Hyundai Motor’s efforts to satisfy Japanese customers with zero-emission vehicles and online sales since its re-entry into the market in February 2022. With the accelerated transition to electrification, Hyundai Motor and CCC’s strategic partnership aims to expand the new mobility lifestyle in Japan and beyond to global markets.

“Through this collaboration, we expect to create new opportunities through various endeavors,” said Chang, President and CEO of Hyundai Motor Company. “In particular, CCC, which plans new lifestyles by thoroughly analyzing customers’ preferences, and Hyundai Motor’s ZEV culture will work together to build a differentiated Hyundai brand image.”

Hyundai Motor and CCC share people-centric ideas embedded in their brand concepts and missions. In the new era that requires economic, social and environmental sustainability, the two companies have decided to collaborate on promoting a ‘new lifestyle through ZEV’ in Japan and then expand the program globally. Through this collaboration, both companies will promote specific ZEV lifestyle proposals based on their shared value of fostering a sustainable society.

“As a lifestyle content company, CCC has contributed to the creation of diverse lifestyles in Japan. With the current changes in the global environment and the significant changes in people’s life values, the concept of sustainability has begun to penetrate car life as well,” said Takahashi, President and COO of CCC. “This partnership is in line with Hyundai’s vision and values, and we hope to propose a new ZEV lifestyle to our customers, promote their wellness and lead social action for zero emissions on a global scale.”

More information about Hyundai Motor and its products can be found at:

http://worldwide.hyundai.com or http://globalpr.hyundai.com

(from left) Jaehoon Chang, President and CEO of Hyundai Motor Company / Yasunori Takahashi, President and Chief Operating Officer (COO) of CCC
(from left) Jaehoon Chang, President and CEO of Hyundai Motor Company / Yasunori Takahashi, President and Chief Operating Officer (COO) of CCC

Hyundai Motor Joins Forces with Culture Convenience Club to Provide Personalized Zero-Emission Vehicle Lifestyle
Hyundai Motor Joins Forces with Culture Convenience Club to Provide Personalized Zero-Emission Vehicle Lifestyle

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Ubitus Supports Perfect to Debut AI Powered Virtual Try-On Metaverse at Viva Tech

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TAIPEI, June 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — Ubitus K.K.(hereinafter Ubitus), a pioneer in cloud gaming and metaverse solutions, is supporting Perfect Corp.(hereinafter Perfect), a leading beauty and fashion technology provider, to debut its virtual try-on showroom at Booth N13 in Paris Viva Technology event from June 14th to 17th, 2023.

Bring home the in-store shopping experience with Virtual Try-On
Perfect’s solutions enable visitors to browse a spatial shopping showroom, pick an accessory, ranging from rings, bracelets, earrings, necklace and watches, and wear the accessory on the figure generated by the device camera. The accessories will adapt to the body’s movements while visitors check out the result. In addition to accessories, visitors can try on make-ups and receive recommendations from the AI beautician. Perfect employs advanced AI models to make generated AR images as realistic and smooth as possible.

Sophisticated shopping via browsers
Ubitus’ expertise and resources in cloud computing and streaming help Perfect to overcome the challenges of AI model training and AR spatial shopping showroom deployment. With the sophisticated AR showroom deployed in the cloud, users can easily access the showroom with the browser and camera on their mobile devices and enjoy instant shopping gratification.

Wesley Kuo, the CEO of Ubitus, comments, “I am thrilled to see innovators, like Perfect, elevate people’s shopping experience in such a convenient fashion. We look forward to more opportunities working with customers to tap into the power of AI and metaverse to further advance their product offering.”

“We at Perfect Corp. are thrilled to partner with Ubitus in our endeavor to revolutionize the virtual shopping experience. Together, we are committed to building a state-of-the-art virtual room that will bring beauty, skincare, and fashion to life in unprecedented ways.” Louis Chen, Chief Strategy Officer and Executive Vice President of Perfect Corp. said, “It’s our vision to shape a virtual shopping paradise, transforming the way consumers interact with their favorite brands. With the help of the virtual retailer, we can expect an unparalleled immersive shopping journey like no other.”

About Perfect Corp.
Perfect Corp. is the leading AI and AR beauty and fashion tech solutions provider, dedicated to transforming shopping experiences through empowering brands to embrace the digital-first world. By partnering with the largest names in the industry, Perfect Corp.’s suite of enterprise solutions delivers synergistic, technology-driven experiences that facilitate sustainable, ultra-personalized, and engaging shopping journeys, as well as equipping brands with next generation of consumer goods. Perfect Corp. offers mobile apps, including YouCam Makeup and YouCam Perfect, to provide a consumer platform to virtually try-on new products, perform skin diagnoses, edit photos, and share experiences with the YouCam Community.

About Ubitus
Ubitus operates the world’s best GPU virtualization technology and cloud streaming platform, and is dedicated to providing a superior user experience via its advanced technology. As long as users are connected to a broadband network, they can enjoy AAA gaming experience across various devices, such as smartphones, tablets, game consoles, smart TVs, and personal computers.

With innovative GameCloud® technology, Ubitus is able to stream interactive media content with an immersive experience on multi-devices for platform operators and digital content developers, to accelerate metaverse popularization with broad applications.

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SmartCow Joint Centific Announce Suite of Intelligent Store Solutions to enable Hyper Automation and Immersive Experiences

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ST. JULIAN’S, Malta, June 9, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — SmartCow, the leading provider of Edge AI hardware, and Centific, experts in retail SaaS solutions, are excited to announce a significant strategic partnership. Leveraging their unique strengths, the two companies are set to revolutionize the retail industry with the launch of an integrated retail SaaS solution that seamlessly combines Centific’s software with SmartCow’s high-performance hardware.

Uranus - SmartCow NVIDIA Jetson based compact and powerful edge AIoT system, it is able to run multiple neural networks and process multiple high-resolution images at the same time.
Uranus – SmartCow NVIDIA Jetson based compact and powerful edge AIoT system, it is able to run multiple neural networks and process multiple high-resolution images at the same time.

Known for their specialization in building software-defined hardware, SmartCow is the Edge AI hardware provider within the Centific ecosystem for this solution. Their compact and high-performance NVIDIA® Jetson™ embedded system – Uranus, is the backbone of this partnership, enabling intelligence at the edge to deliver unrivaled AI processing capabilities.

“Uranus, our edge AI embedded system designed around the NVIDIA Jetson Xavier NX, delivers remarkable computational prowess, reaching up to 21 TOPS. This allows for the concurrent operation of multiple neural networks and the processing of diverse high-resolution image/video data,” explains Ravi, CEO of SmartCow. “A testament to engineering innovation, Uranus stands as a lightweight yet robust all-in-one solution, offering computational flexibility, and optional onboard storage/4G/Wi-Fi capabilities. With its compact design finely tuned for high-level AI and ML applications, Uranus aligns seamlessly with Pitaya.AI for a ready-to-market deployment. This end-to-end solution is set to propel the retail industry into a new era of technological advancement.”

“The Time is Now: As AI becomes more ubiquitous, enterprises have a unique opportunity to unlock a profound impact to their revenue, profitability, customer, and employee experiences,” said Jagadish Garimella, Business Unit Head, Centific. “We created Pitaya.AI, which leverages the robust capabilities of SmartCow and Centific and several other outstanding partnerships to transform the shopping experience, enhance associate productivity, and markedly reduce losses due to shrinkage”

The unveiling of Pitaya.AI, a groundbreaking solution brought to life through the melding of Centific’s software expertise and SmartCow’s robust edge AI hardware. Fully integrated with Uranus, Microsoft Azure Cloud solutions, and OpenAI, and designed to operate on the NVIDIA stack, Pitaya.AI is poised to usher in a new era for the retail ifndustry. By enabling retailers to extract unprecedented value from in-store video and image data, Pitaya.AI offers the potential for discovery of business-critical insights, further enhancing their operational capabilities.

Both SmartCow and Centific are eager to witness the transformative impact of their integrated solution on the retail sector. The partnership is a testament to their commitment to innovation and customer satisfaction, promising a brighter and more technologically advanced future for retailers worldwide.

About SmartCow:

Established in 2016, SmartCow is an end-to-end AI engineering company that builds both hardware and software products for AI applications. Being a Nvidia metropolis Elite partner & Jetson preferred partner, Our specialty lies in developing software-defined hardware with field programmability and flexibility, optimized for elevated performance of software deployed. SmartCow’s  edge AI products & solutions are widely  deployed in smart cities. Strategic partners include NVIDIA and PNY. The company is located in Malta, India, Taiwan, Italy, Singapore, and France and is expanding to the USA. 

About Centific:

Centific is a global organization with offices in the US, Europe, India, China, and Southeast Asia. Clients include 100+ of the Global 500 companies, with industry concentration in retail, consumer packaged goods, logistics, software & technology, healthcare, and travel/hospitality.

With retail industry expertise in the E2E value chain of Data and applied AI, Centific enables retailers to accelerate their digital transformation to drive a triple play of results: happier consumers, associates, and shareholders.

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Automation Anywhere partners with Google Cloud to bring together Generative AI and Intelligent Automation

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Automation Anywhere will launch new generative AI features in its Automation Success Platform, powered by Google’s LLMs and Vertex AI

MELBOURNE, Australia, June 5, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — Automation Anywhere and Google Cloud today announced an expanded partnership that combines the power of generative AI and intelligent automation to accelerate the adoption of AI and make it accessible to every enterprise.

Automation Anywhere is utilizing Google Cloud’s large language models (LLMs) via Vertex AI to build and launch new generative AI features on the Automation Success Platform. Businesses today utilize the Automation Success Platform to automate common front- and back-office processes in areas like human resources, finance, IT, and supply chains. The partnership with Google Cloud will now unlock new value and automation use cases for customers with generative AI, including:

  • Empowering citizen developers: Businesses can build automation from natural language using the Automation Success Platform and Google Cloud’s generative AI and go from idea to automation faster than ever. With the power of generative AI models in Vertex AI, automation builders can use natural language to simply describe what they need and action a process in Automation Anywhere.
  • Automating data summaries: By expanding the depth and breadth of document types that can be leveraged for business process automation, users can extract data from complex and unstructured documents like contracts, resumes, waybills, and more. This enables automation to be used for even greater impact use cases in healthcare, finance and legal services, all with significantly improved accuracy.
  • Communicating directly with customers: Virtual or human support center representatives can leverage natural language processing to respond to customer issues and automatically generate pre-populated, personalized email responses. From there, it’s fast and easy to generate call summaries and other reports and integrate them into customer relationship management (CRM) systems.
  • Accelerating underwriting processes: In the highly competitive commercial loan industry, using automation to collect and summarize all loan application information can accelerate the underwriting process and optimize close cycle times. This improves accuracy, reduces risk, improves customer experiences and results in higher employee satisfaction.

“Generative AI is heralding a new era for technology, unleashing a wave of innovation that will change how we work, learn and live. Simultaneously, every company is facing a productivity crisis, searching for ways to transform its operating model,” said Mihir Shukla, CEO, and Co-Founder of Automation Anywhere. “Automation Anywhere, in partnership with Google Cloud, will help companies embrace Generative AI and put it to work, reshaping how companies engage customers, empower employees, and build apps – all with an unwavering commitment to trust, governance, and privacy.”

“Generative AI can add real value for businesses and users by streamlining many of our most common business processes and tasks,” said Thomas Kurian, CEO at Google Cloud. “Through this partnership with Automation Anywhere, we will put generative AI into the hands of more users, helping to transform critical areas like customer support, employee engagement, app development, and more.”

This new combination of Google Cloud’s generative AI with Automation Anywhere builds on years of AI work between the two companies and hundreds of mutual customers. 

Google Cloud and Automation Anywhere also have a deep go-to-market partnership, focused on driving customer success, and the Automation Success Platform is available to deploy via the Google Cloud Marketplace.

Automation Anywhere and Google Cloud expect to announce additional integrations of Vertex AI with the Automation Success Platform in the coming months, with a full range of integrations generally available to customers by July 2023.

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About Automation Anywhere

Automation Anywhere is the No. 1 cloud automation platform, delivering automation and process intelligence solutions across all industries to automate end-to-end business processes for the fastest path to enterprise transformation. The company offers the world’s only cloud-native platform combining RPA, artificial intelligence, machine learning, and analytics to automate repetitive tasks and build enterprise agility, freeing up humans to pivot to the next big idea and build deeper customer relationships that drive business growth. For additional information, visit www.automationanywhere.com.

Automation Anywhere is a registered trademark/service mark of Automation Anywhere, Inc. in the United States and other countries. Other parties’ marks are the property of their respective owners.

About Google Cloud

Google Cloud accelerates every organization’s ability to digitally transform its business. We deliver enterprise-grade solutions that leverage Google’s cutting-edge technology — all on the cleanest cloud in the industry. Customers in more than 200 countries and territories turn to Google Cloud as their trusted partner to enable growth and solve their most critical business problems.

Source: Automation Anywhere, Inc.

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China Telecom Global and stc group ink MOU to collaborate in IoT and Connected Car Projects

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Leveraging their respective IoT expertise to accelerate the development of connected car technology in Saudi Arabia

HONG KONG, May 31, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — On 19th of April, China Telecom Global Limited (“CTG”), the world-leading provider of integrated telecommunication services, and stc group, the leading digital enabler in Saudi Arabia and the region, have signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) to strengthen the IoT business, and explore business opportunities and innovations that will achieve common goals for both parties.

The primary aim of the MOU will revolve around the strategic development of IoT industries, especially connected car projects in Saudi Arabia.

Over the past few decades, Chinese automobile companies have solidified their presence in Saudi Arabia by exporting new and innovative vehicles. CTG and stc have entered a mutual agreement to leverage their respective IoT services, and the IoT expertise and partnership synergies to usher in the next generation of connected transportation and vehicles. This will allow CTG to further expand its market leading IoT solutions in the country and enhance Saudi Arabia’s position as an interconnected hub in the Middle East. The agreement will provide an opportunity for both parties to promote growth in strategic areas and capture synergies that will go towards fulfilling the obligations of the MOU.

Mr. Li Yong Bo, Global Roaming and Mobility Business Centre Vice President, CTG, said: “We’re looking forward to building upon the existing cooperation framework between CTG and stc group that includes corresponding mutual affiliates to explore joint IoT opportunities in Saudi Arabia. Our agreement aligns with the kingdom’s Vision 2030 plan to accelerate the innovation of connected cars in the region. Both groups will work towards building benefits and advancing transportation for the nation and its people.”

Eng. Saud AlSheraihi, Products & Solutions Vice President, stc, said: “We are thrilled to announce our partnership with China Telecom as a significant step towards achieving our strategic goals for the IoT industry, particularly in the realm of connected car projects in KSA. By signing this MOU, we are confident that stc group and CTG will continue to work together to accelerate our digital developments and ensure that we meet our objectives”

stc group and CTG, will collectively be operating to ensure their IoT business is successful. IoT services in KSA and the region will be scaled up through different technologies and digital solutions supported by the combined knowledge of all three parties, especially for the connected cars project. There will be additional IoT prospects in the pipeline that will upgrade the lifestyle in the Kingdom and stc group with China Telecom as the lead in these developments.     

Establishing the partnership strengthens the corporate foundations between the stc group and CTG in the arena of IoT, especially through the provision of solid practical experience and industry knowledge that builds a competitive edge. In the future, both parties will explore endless innovations and share the fruits of technological breakthroughs with the wider community. 

About China Telecom Global

China Telecom Corporation Limited (“China Telecom”), one of the world’s largest providers of integrated telecommunication services, has unwaveringly strived to enhance its capabilities in maintaining its global footprints while addressing changing demands. In 2000, China Telecom established its first overseas office. In order to further enhance its global service quality and accelerate overseas business expansion, China Telecom established China Telecom Global Limited in 2012, which is headquartered in Hong Kong, China. China Telecom has not only established its presence in 41 countries and regions, but also now offers services around the world to help global customers accelerate their business transformation journeys.

Leveraging its vast network resources of 50 submarine cables with 117T in intercontinental capacity and 229 Points-of-Presence (PoPs) around the world, China Telecom offers a high-performing global network for international carriers, multinational enterprises, and overseas Chinese customers. On the fast track of corporate digital transformation across the globe, China Telecom Global is dedicated to delivering a wide portfolio of high-quality and integrated communications solutions for international operators, multinational enterprises, and overseas Chinese customers. Through the comprehensive enhancement of DICT technology, “Cloud-Network Integration” strategy and operational security, we can support industries to better navigate their journey of digital transformation and explore new opportunities in the digital economy.

With an agile and forward-looking spirit, innovative products and business models, and industry-leading technologies, China Telecom is dedicated to creating value for its customers in their business transformation, enabling them to achieve business growth, enhance global footprints, and maintain competitive edges by digitalisation.

About stc Group

stc is a pioneer digital champion, always focused on innovation and the evolution of digital solutions to enrich the customer’s experience and enhance their digital experience. stc offers various ICT solutions and digital services in different categories, taking the lead in digital transformation nationally and regionally. stc focuses on implementing initiatives along with seizing current and future opportunities to promote sustainability, innovation and people empowerment For more information, please visit https://www.stc.com.sa; or to follow us on Twitter: @stc, Instagram: @stc_ksa