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Chengdu showcases technological strength at high-tech expo

CHENGDU, China, Nov. 24, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — Chengdu, capital of Southwest China’s Sichuan province, demonstrated its strength in sci-tech innovation at the 11th China (Mianyang) Science and Technology City International High-Tech Expo, which kicked off on Wednesday in Mianyang, Sichuan province.

Chengdu showcases technological strength at the 11th China (Mianyang) Science and Technology City International High-Tech Expo.
Chengdu showcases technological strength at the 11th China (Mianyang) Science and Technology City International High-Tech Expo.

Co-sponsored by the Ministry of Science and Technology and the Sichuan provincial government, the expo covers a total exhibition area of 40,000 square meters, with over 300 participating companies and more than 3,000 exhibits.

Scientific research institutions and innovative enterprises based in Chengdu brought over 30 leading technological achievements to this year’s expo, according to Chengdu science and technology bureau.

Zou Sifei, a staff member of the Tianfu Xinglong Lake Laboratory, one of the key laboratories under Sichuan’s Tianfu Laboratories plan, said his laboratory has conducted in-depth research into revolutionary optoelectronic materials, optoelectronic devices and optoelectronic systems, and has been promoting the transformation of its research achievements.

The laboratory displayed its latest achievements in scientific research transformation at the expo in fields including information metamaterials and wireless communication, material photonics, and advanced optical devices, he said.

He Weizhi, an executive at Tsinghua Sichuan Energy Internet Research Institute, said the institute holds more than 560 invention patents and is facilitating the transformation of technological achievements to empower regional economic development.

The institute demonstrated a number of products which have been transformed from its technological achievements, including a “Floating-Crawling” dual-mode underwater inspection robot and a miniature intelligent electric current sensor.

“In addition to showcasing our technological prowess at the expo, we also hope to attract more versatile talents to join our institute for further studies,” he said.

Xu Huawei, an executive at Sichuan Tengden Sci-tech Innovation Co Ltd, said the expo showcases cutting-edge achievements from home and abroad, creating a plethora of growth prospects and collaborative opportunities to the company.

As a leading player in Chengdu in the field of industrial UAV, Tengden displayed the models of its self-developed UAVs, which can be widely used in fields including artificial rainmaking, emergency communication and forest fire inspection, Xu said.

Shi Da, sales engineer of Chengdu Jiujin Technologies Co Ltd, whose products are used in fields such as antenna testing, wireless communication and aerospace, said the expo gathers professionals from various industries, creating a perfect chance to promote the company’s image and products and to facilitate communication with partners.

WiMi Announced Multi-Level Feature Fusion Algorithm Based on Convolutional Neural Networks

BEIJING, Nov. 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — WiMi Hologram Cloud Inc. (NASDAQ: WIMI) (“WiMi” or the “Company”), a leading global Hologram Augmented Reality (“AR”) Technology provider, today announced that its multi-level feature fusion algorithm based on convolutional neural networks (CNN) can better capture the global and local information of an image and improve the performance of the model by fusing features from different levels.

Feature fusion algorithms have been widely used in computer vision, natural language processing and other fields. By fusing features of different levels or modalities, the expressive ability and performance of the model are improved to better solve complex tasks. The multilevel feature fusion algorithm studied by WiMi adopts a deep network structure, and gradually extracts the high-level features of the image through multiple convolutional and pooling operations, to better express the semantic information of the image. In addition, by fusing features at different levels, the model can focus on both global and local information about the image, thus improving the performance of the model. The multi-level feature fusion algorithm, as an improved CNN model, has important applications in the field of image processing. CNN is a deep-learning algorithm widely used in the field of computer vision. It extracts the features of an image through multilevel convolutional and pooling layers and performs classification and recognition through fully connected layers, which has the advantages of automatic learning of feature representation, parameter sharing and local perceptibility.

CNN-based multi-level feature fusion algorithms can improve the performance and generalization of the model by fusing features from different layers. A multi-layered CNN model is used which contains multiple convolutional and pooling layers and a fully connected layer for classification tasks. By fusing the features of different layers, the information of different layers can be effectively captured and the features of different layers of the image can be effectively extracted for better classification, thus improving the accuracy of the model. The application of the algorithm mainly includes the following key modules:

Feature extraction: First, the input image is feature extracted by CNN. Different levels of convolutional layers can extract features with different levels of abstraction of the image.

Feature fusion: The features at different levels are fused. Different fusion methods can be used such as weighted fusion, cascade fusion or parallel fusion. Weighted fusion can get the weight of each feature layer by learning, cascade fusion can connect features of different levels in series, and parallel fusion can process features of different levels in parallel.

Feature mapping: The fused features are mapped to further extract more discriminative features. This can be achieved using fully connected layers, pooling layers, or other nonlinear mapping functions.

Feature selection: Select the most discriminative features for further processing according to the needs of the specific task.

The multi-level feature fusion algorithm based on CNN improves the performance and generalization ability of the model by effectively extracting the multi-level features of the image and fusing them, and it has important research significance and application prospects. This algorithm has a wide range of applications in tasks such as image classification, target detection and image generation.

The current multi-level feature fusion algorithm mainly focuses on the fusion of shallow and mid-level features, and in the future, WiMi will further explore deeper feature fusion, such as the fusion of higher-level features, to improve the algorithm’s performance and expressive ability. The attention mechanism is introduced into the multilevel feature fusion algorithm to improve the network’s ability to perceive and utilize key features. In addition to CNN, other models can be considered to combine with multilevel feature fusion algorithms, such as recurrent neural networks (RNN) or graph convolutional networks (GCN), to further improve the performance and applicability of the algorithms. The performance of the multi-level feature fusion algorithm can be improved by improving the network structure, such as introducing residual connections and increasing the width and depth of the network.

The multi-level feature fusion algorithm based on CNN has been widely used in the field of computer vision, and in the future, WiMi will continue to expand to other fields, such as natural language processing, speech recognition, etc., to explore the potential and applications of multi-level feature fusion algorithms in other tasks.

About WIMI Hologram Cloud

WIMI Hologram Cloud, Inc. (NASDAQ:WIMI) is a holographic cloud comprehensive technical solution provider that focuses on professional areas including holographic AR automotive HUD software, 3D holographic pulse LiDAR, head-mounted light field holographic equipment, holographic semiconductor, holographic cloud software, holographic car navigation and others. Its services and holographic AR technologies include holographic AR automotive application, 3D holographic pulse LiDAR technology, holographic vision semiconductor technology, holographic software development, holographic AR advertising technology, holographic AR entertainment technology, holographic ARSDK payment, interactive holographic communication and other holographic AR technologies.

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Further information regarding these and other risks is included in the Company’s annual report on Form 20-F and the current report on Form 6-K and other documents filed with the SEC. All information provided in this press release is as of the date of this press release. The Company does not undertake any obligation to update any forward-looking statement except as required under applicable laws.

Source: WiMi Hologram Cloud Inc.

HUAWEI AppGallery and Universiti Malaysia Pahang Al-Sultan Abdullah (UMPSA) collaborate host MLBB: ROCT 2023 to promote the growth of E-sports in Malaysia

KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia, Nov. 18, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — HUAWEI AppGallery is pleased to announce its first-ever collaboration with an educational institution to host an E-sports tournament titledMobile Legends Bang Bang: Rise of Champions Tournament 2023″ (MLBB: ROCT 2023). The MLBB: ROCT 2023 is a joint initiative between HUAWEI AppGallery and the Faculty of Computing (FK) at Universiti Malaysia Pahang Al-Sultan Abdullah (UMPSA), with support from Kementerian Belia & Sukan (KBS), Esports Integrated (ESI), Malaysia Digital Economy Corporation (MDEC) and Esports Pahang. The purpose of hosting this tournament is to promote E-sports among students at Higher Learning Institution (IPT) in Malaysia as it has become popular in the community nowadays. Apart from that, AppGallery has assisted in the rise of E-sports in Malaysia following the government’s initiative to promote Malaysia as a hub for the E-sports industry.

To coincide with the goal of promoting E-sports among students from Higher Learning Institution (IPT) in Malaysia, the MLBB: ROCT 2023 is open to all undergraduate students from public and private universities, polytechnics, as well as institutions recognised under the status of Premier Digital Tech Institutions (PDTI) by the Malaysia Digital Economy Corporation (MDEC). In addition, the tournament aims to elevate the Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) sector to the highest level while promoting UMPSA as a leading institution supporting this initiative. Moreover, this tournament also encourages higher education students to venture into the ecosystem of E-sports, creating a strong and supportive community that can fully benefit from E-sports alongside their peers.

“We are thrilled to be collaborating with UMPSA, KBS, ESI, MDEC and Esports Pahang to host the MLBB: ROCT 2023, our first-ever E-sports tournament in collaboration with an educational institution,” said Rei Xiao, Director of Mobile Ecosystem Business Growth, Huawei APAC Region. “This tournament is a testament to our commitment to support the rise of E-sports in Malaysia and providing the users an opportunity to showcase their gaming skills, meet new friends and participate in healthy competition. We look forward to seeing all the talented gamers show up for this exciting event.”  

Together with the collaborations of four parties, the MLBB: ROCT 2023 has gone through several rounds of epic battles online including the Qualifier round where the initial matchups between 40 teams and the Playoff Stage which is a knockout round among 16 teams. The top 3 teams from the previous stage will have the opportunity to participate in the final of the tournament.

To celebrate the birth of the champion of MLBB: ROCT 2023, the final round of the tournament will be held on 22nd November 2023 at Universiti Malaysia Pahang Al-Sultan Abdullah (UMPSA). On the event day, all parties will work together to arrange the agenda of the event with fun filled activity which participant will walk away with attractive freebies.* The Champion of MLBB: ROCT 2023 will be awarded with the HUAWEI MatePad Pro 11-inch. The HUAWEI Watch GT 3 will be given to the first runner up, and the second runner up will be presented with the HUAWEI FreeBuds SE. Apart from this, users who take part in the interaction activities stand a chance to win a gift. Moreover, students who join AppGallery Discord will get limited peripheral.

For more information, please visit: https://www.umpsaesport.pro/

The tournament will focus on Mobile Legends: Bang Bang (MLBB), which is a popular free-to-play MOBA game developed by Moonton. The game offers players 5v5 MOBA gameplay to battle against three lanes to take down the enemy’s tower and defend their own. Besides, the game includes a variety of playable characters such as Tank, Marksman, Assassin, Fighter, Mage and Support available for players to choose from. The game feature of quick matchmaking allows players to start a new game within 10 seconds and finish it within 10 minutes. Plus, it also features built-in livestreaming and mobile controls for players to have a good gameplay experience.

Download MLBB on AppGallery now: https://bit.ly/3slW7ws

HUAWEI AppGallery is available for Android phone users. To download the app, follow these steps:

1.    Go to the download link and click on “Install” to have AppGallery on your Android device.

2.    Download HMS Core and click on “Install”.

3.    Create a HUAWEI ID and log in.

4.    Start downloading apps and games and enjoy AppGallery’s exclusive benefits and rewards.

Download AppGallery now: https://bit.ly/40VRapY

Join AppGallery Discord to get the latest tournament news, schedule and benefits: https://discord.gg/6C3fyEsQt3

*Terms and Conditions apply.

About HUAWEI AppGallery

AppGallery is the official app market on Huawei smartphones, featuring curated apps across a wide range of categories including games, education, lifestyle, and fashion. In addition, AppGallery users get access to a wide range of exclusive giveaways, rebates, coupons and VIP privileges.

Follow Huawei Mobile Services APAC social media for more info:

Official Website: https://consumer.huawei.com/my/mobileservices/ 

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HuaweiMobileServicesAPAC 

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@HuaweiMobileServicesAPAC/ 

AppGallery Discord: https://discord.gg/6C3fyEsQt3

Download AppGallery now: https://bit.ly/40VRapY 

Microland Recognized as a Leader for the Fourth Consecutive Year in the 2023 Gartner® Magic Quadrant™ for Managed Network Services


BENGALURU, India, Nov. 16, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — Microland has realigned its focus to deliver unfaltering digital experiences and business growth through its Intelligent Network Experience framework for network services. Microland Intelligeni Network Experience Framework focuses on enhancing user experience, productivity, and security through a platform-led service delivery by leveraging Network Observability and AIOps, Automation, NetDevOps, and Network Performance and UX Analytics.

Microland Recognized as a Leader for the Fourth Consecutive Year in the 2023 Gartner® Magic Quadrant™ for Managed Network Services
Microland Recognized as a Leader for the Fourth Consecutive Year in the 2023 Gartner® Magic Quadrant™ for Managed Network Services

The Microland Intelligent Network Experience framework, provides business user-centric end-to-end network services from consulting and assessment to transformation services as well as managed services across traditional and next-gen networking technologies including SD-WAN, SD-LAN and Wi-Fi 6, SASE, SDN for Data Centers, Cloud Networking, OT Networking, and Private 5G. Microland leverages Intelligeni NetOps platform to harness the power of analytics, automation, and AIOps to unlock the true potential of the enterprise network.

Microland believes that continued focus on delivering unfaltering user experience through solutions and investments in platform-led innovations under the Microland Intelligeni Network Experience Framework has led to increased customer satisfaction and growth. These factors have enabled us in being positioned as a Leader in the 2023 Gartner® Magic Quadrant™ for Managed Network Services.

Robert Wysocki, Senior Vice President, and Global Client Solutions Leader – Networks & Cybersecurity at Microland said, “Thrilled to be recognized for the fourth consecutive year! I believe this recognition in the 2023 Gartner® Magic Quadrant™ for Managed Network Services is a testament to Microland’s unwavering commitment to excellence in networking.”

“Our journey to the top is fueled by innovation, dedication, and the relentless pursuit of delivering unparalleled solutions. We don’t just set the bar; we redefine it. A heartfelt thank you to our incredible customers for their trust and partnership—your challenges inspire our innovations and your success fuels our drive for excellence.”

Pradeep Kar, Founder, Chairman, and Managing Director of Microland, proudly states, “We stand humbled and honored to be recognized as a Leader in the 2023 Gartner® Magic Quadrant™ for Managed Network Services for the fourth consecutive year. We believe this positioning is a reflection of Microland’s continued sharp focus on technology innovation and automation in our network services ensuring we deliver transformative solutions to our customers. We extend our deepest gratitude for their trust and confidence and believe this recognition makes us recommit ourselves to our customers and we will strive harder to enhance the value and experience we will provide them.”

To know more about the recognition, please visit: https://www.microland.com/analyst-insights/leader-gartner-magic-quadrant-for-managed-network-services-2023

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About Microland

Microland’s commitment to “Making Digital Happen” allows technology to do more and intrude less. We make it easier for enterprises to transition to nextGen digital infrastructure through our extensive service portfolio including Cloud and Data centers, Networks, Digital Workplace, Cybersecurity, and Industrial IoT. We ensure that the embrace of digital services is predictable, reliable, and stable.

Microland is making digital happen for enterprises with a laser focus on services that are more relevant to our clients and prospects than ever before, guaranteeing business outcomes. Incorporated in 1989 and headquartered in Bengaluru, India, Microland has more than 4,600 digital specialists across offices and delivery centers in Asia, Australia, Europe, the Middle East, and North America.

Read more here: https://www.microland.com/

Akamai and Deloitte Announce Strategic Alliance to Deliver Zero Trust Segmentation and Managed Incident Response

The alliance will deliver a unified product and services approach to mitigate ransomware attacks in an enterprise-ready solution

SINGAPORE, Nov. 10, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — Akamai Technologies (NASDAQ: AKAM), the cloud company that powers and protects life online, and Deloitte, a leader in global security services, today announced a strategic alliance to provide Zero Trust microsegmentation and incident response services to Deloitte customers worldwide. This alliance will combine Deloitte’s expertise in cybersecurity, network forensics, and security with the Akamai Guardicore Segmentation solution. This combination has already provided organizations in Latin America and other regions with immediate protection from ransomware attacks that otherwise may have been disastrous.

Ransomware attacks continue to grow and wreak havoc on organizations of all sizes. According to a recent report from Akamai, the number of ransomware victims increased 143% from Q1 2022 to Q1 2023 due to the exploitation of zero-day and one-day vulnerabilities. This underscores the importance of ensuring organizations have the right people and technology in place to defend against these growing threats.

“Few incident response or network security offerings have provided as much value to our clients as Akamai Guardicore Segmentation. Deloitte has been recommending and implementing this solution with clients that require east-west network traffic security controls, and are dealing with active breaches and preventing lateral movement,” said Marcelo Diaz, Cyber Risk Partner at Deloitte. “We also received tremendous positive feedback from clients in our recent collaboration at Cyber Icon Chile. The trust among our teams and mutual benefits of our alliance further enhances the client experience and accelerates time to value.”

“Enterprise clients continue to demand simpler ways to mitigate ransomware, get visibility into their network, and remain compliant,” said Mani Sundaram, Executive Vice President and General Manager of the Security Technology Group at Akamai. “Deloitte’s deep technical expertise and white-glove service offerings are the perfect match for Akamai Guardicore Segmentation. This alliance gives clients a route to fulfill their Zero Trust requirements with less time, overhead, and complexity.”

Leading client use cases for the solution include east-west traffic control implementation, gaining network visibility, isolating environments, cloud migration, incident response, and more. Deloitte’s teams around the world are fully certified to deploy and manage this technology to help enterprises ensure a Zero Trust posture, and have been a trusted ally in helping clients recover from challenging network breaches.

Deloitte customers can utilize Akamai Guardicore Segmentation in their managed environments today. Learn more in our case study.

About Akamai

Akamai powers and protects life online. Leading companies worldwide choose Akamai to build, deliver, and secure their digital experiences — helping billions of people live, work, and play every day. Akamai Connected Cloud, a massively distributed edge and cloud platform, puts apps and experiences closer to users and keeps threats farther away. Learn more about Akamai’s cloud computing, security, and content delivery solutions at akamai.com and akamai.com/blog, or follow Akamai Technologies on X, formerly known as Twitter, and LinkedIn.

Media Contact
Akamai PR
AkamaiPR@akamai.com

Source: Akamai Technologies, Inc.

Trip.com Group Limited to Report Third Quarter of 2023 Financial Results on November 20, 2023 U.S. Time

SHANGHAI, Nov. 8, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — Trip.com Group Limited (Nasdaq: TCOM; HKEX: 9961), a leading one-stop travel service provider of accommodation reservation, transportation ticketing, packaged tours and corporate travel management, will announce its financial results for the three months ended September 30, 2023 on Monday, November 20, 2023, U.S. Time.

Trip.com Group’s management team will host a conference call at 7:00 PM U.S. Eastern Time on November 20, 2023 (or 8:00 AM on November 21, 2023 in the Shanghai/Hong Kong Time) following the announcement.

The conference call will be available on Webcast live and replay at: http://investors.trip.com. The call will be archived for twelve months at this website.

All participants must pre-register to join this conference call using the Participant Registration link below: 

https://register.vevent.com/register/BI570196cd01794d8298b96e3dd8d9fd65.

Upon registration, each participant will receive details for this conference call, including dial-in numbers and a unique access PIN. To join the conference, please dial the number provided, enter your PIN, and you will join the conference instantly.

About Trip.com Group Limited

Trip.com Group Limited (Nasdaq: TCOM; HKEX: 9961) is a leading global one-stop travel platform, integrating a comprehensive suite of travel products and services and differentiated travel content. It is the go-to destination for travelers in China, and increasingly for travelers around the world, to explore travel, get inspired, make informed and cost-effective travel bookings, enjoy hassle-free on-the-go support, and share travel experience. Founded in 1999 and listed on Nasdaq in 2003 and HKEX in 2021, the Company currently operates under a portfolio of brands, including Ctrip, Qunar, Trip.com and Skyscanner, with the mission “to pursue the perfect trip for a better world.”

For further information, please contact:

Investor Relations
Trip.com Group Limited
Tel: +86 (21) 3406-4880 X 12229
Email: iremail@trip.com

Sinch AB Interim report, January-September 2023

STOCKHOLM, Nov. 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — July–September 2023

  • Net sales increased by 1 percent to SEK 7,265m (7,196).
  • Gross profit increased by 3 percent to SEK 2,433m (2,361).
  • EBITDA rose by 5 percent to SEK 848m (808).
  • Adjusted EBITDA1 increased by 5 percent to SEK 943m (901).
  • Profit after tax for the quarter was SEK 46m (-4,765).
  • Basic earnings per share were SEK 0.05 (-5.69) and diluted earnings per share were SEK 0.05 (-5.69).
  • Cash flow from operating activities was SEK 862m (727).

January–September 2023

  • Net sales increased by 4 percent to SEK 21,213m (20,361).
  • Gross profit increased by 10 percent to SEK 7,015m (6,394).
  • EBITDA rose by 14 percent to SEK 2,256m (1,984).
  • Adjusted EBITDA1 increased by 22 percent to SEK 2,642m (2,165).
  • The loss after tax for the period was SEK -102m (-4,717).
  • Basic earnings per share were SEK -0.12 (-5.81) and diluted earnings per share were SEK -0.12 (-5.81).
  • Cash flow from operating activities was SEK 1,061m (1,535).

“With stable margins and strong cash flow, we can again turn our focus towards growth .”
                                        – Laurinda Pang, CEO

Significant events during the quarter

  • Sinch was named as a leader in the first-ever Gartner Magic Quadrant for CPaaS.
  • Sinch MessageMedia announced that two-way SMS capabilities have been integrated with Zoho Desk and the HubSpot Service Hub.
  • Sinch partnered with the American Automobile Association to develop a new service that makes it possible for AAA members in need of road assistance to use satellite connections for chat services when they are out of cellular range.
  • Sinch launched a new product for Elastic SIP Trunking that is now available in an open beta version. A complement to existing Sinch voice services, the product allows business customers to easily buy flexible voice capacity via sinch.com.

Significant events earlier this year

  • On January 12, 2023, credit facilities of SEK 6,500m and USD 110m were extended by one year. The new maturity date is February 2026.
  • Sinch launched “Operator Connect for Partners” on 23 March, which makes it possible for service providers and other partners to offer voice calling services via Microsoft Teams.
  • It was announced on May 25 that Sinch was named a leader in IDC MarketScape for CPaaS.
  • The cost reduction program that was announced in mid-2022 achieved the announced reduction targets in Q2 2023.

Significant events after the end of the quarter

  • Sinch announced a new operating model to accelerate its organic growth. The new model increases the focus on customers, unlocks cross- and upselling, and leverages the company’s global scale in Product and R&D. Implementation of the new model implies thorough integration of multiple acquired entities into joint organizations so that efficiency gains and cost synergies can be reinvested into initiatives that drive growth. See the press release for more information.

1) Adjusted EBITDA is reported to clarify performance in underlying operations. See Note 2.

Invitation to webcast and phone conference

Sinch will present the interim report in a webcast and phone conference on Tuesday, 7 November 2023 at 14:00 CET. Watch the presentation at investors.sinch.com/webcast.

To participate via phone conference, register using the following link: https://conference.financialhearings.com/teleconference/?id=2001051.
After you register, you will be given a phone number and conference ID to log into the conference.

For additional information, please contact:

Ola Elmeland, Investor Relations
+46 72 143 34 59
investors@sinch.com

Thomas Heath, Chief Strategy Officer and Head of Investor Relations
+46 72 245 50 55
investors@sinch.com

Roshan Saldanha, Chief Financial Officer
+46 73 660 24 19
investors@sinch.com

About Sinch

Sinch helps businesses engage with their customers through cloud services for customer communications. More than 150,000 customers, including many of the biggest tech companies in the world, use the Sinch Customer Communications Cloud and the secure and reliable Sinch Supernet for messaging, voice calls and email. Sinch has delivered profitable growth since the company was founded in 2008. The company is headquartered in Stockholm, Sweden and its stock is traded on Nasdaq Stockholm: XSTO:SINCH.

CONTACT:

Ola Elmeland
Investor Relations
Directorinvestors@sinch.com

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CASETiFY Impact Ring Stand Case: a kickstand window to a new world of functionality


The 2-in-1 phone case and kickstand accessory opens sales for iPhone 15 after its September announcement

LOS ANGELES, Nov. 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — CASETiFY, the global tech accessory brand loved by millennials, Gen Z, and Hollywood celebrities has today opened sales to one of its most anticipated products of the season: the Impact Ring Stand Case. This 2-in-1 presents an innovation in the industry by repurposing the iconic camera ring with the brand’s monogram as a high-quality kickstand. The product is already available at casetify.com and the 30+ CASETiFY Studio stores worldwide.

The innovative kickstand that the CASETiFY Impact Ring Stand Case sports has a no-screw design while ensuring maximum durability, strength and sturdiness. It is also adjustable up to 150 degrees, making it perfect for studying, watching video content, and everything in between.

But beyond functionality, the CASETiFY Impact Ring Stand Case also provides strong protection for everyday use, withstanding single drops of up to 6.6ft (2m). The product has 3x Military Grade Standard. It also has a raised bezel for further protection against everyday scratches.

Further helping the protection capabilities of the CASETiFY Impact Ring Stand Case, the brand reinforced its inner lining by applying layers of its proprietary material called EcoShock™. At a molecular level, the plant-based EcoShock™ is able to turn the kinetic energy of an impact into heat, while its twister pattern dissipates it across the surface of the case.

More collection images can be found HERE.

The CASETiFY Impact Ring Stand Case will be available in the countless design options that the platform provides at casetify.com and is fully customizable with names and fonts in different colors, ensuring a premium made-to-order experience.

The CASETiFY Impact Ring Stand Case will have a pricing of USD$80 at casetify.com & Amazon depending on the model and design.

About CASETiFY

CASETiFY is a global tech and lifestyle brand with double headquarters in LA and Hong Kong, known as the home to the first and largest platform for customized tech accessories. Created with the highest-quality materials and most cutting-edge designs, CASETiFY’s products empower self-expression by turning your personal electronics into highly designed, stylishly slim, drop-proof accessories. Known for tapping top artists, big celebrities and creatives for its Co-Lab program, CASETiFY gives brands and individuals the opportunity to share their unique visions with the world. With 30+ retail shops, CASETiFY Studio provides a one-stop, visual retail experience where customers can customize their accessories on the spot.  For more information on CASETiFY, its stores, partners and products, please visit www.CASETiFY.com.

ViewSonic to Showcase its Metaverse for Education and Foldable 135″ All-in-One LED Display at EDUtech Asia 2023


SINGAPORE, Nov. 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — ViewSonic Corp., a leading global provider of visual solutions, has announced its participation in the EDUtech Asia 2023 event in Singapore. Attendees will have the opportunity to experience the latest innovations in digital learning firsthand at ViewSonic’s booth, G11, from November 8th to 9th.

ViewSonic Showcases a 3D Virtual Learning Solution at EDUtech Asia 2023
ViewSonic Showcases a 3D Virtual Learning Solution at EDUtech Asia 2023

Throughout the event, ViewSonic will showcase the latest version of UNIVERSE, a metaverse built for education. The platform provides a secure digital learning space that elevates student engagement, encourages collaboration, and fosters a sense of belonging, bringing the benefits of in-person learning to an online environment. The latest UNIVERSE update integrates Canvas and Blackboard Learning Management Systems (LMS), streamlining administrative tasks for educational institutions and simplifying the learning process.

“ViewSonic remains committed to driving the ‘Ecosystem as a Service (EaaS)’ strategy, aiming to build a comprehensive digital education ecosystem” emphasized Kevin Chu, Director of the VSX Business Unit at ViewSonic. “One of our goals at EDUtech Asia 2023 is to spotlight the benefits of integrating an immersive environment into online learning. We want attendees to see just how engaging a 3D virtual campus can be when incorporated into digital learning.”

Another booth highlight is the LDS135-152 Foldable 135″ All-in-One LED Display. Pre-assembled with LED modules, a system control box, and a motorized floor stand, this impressive large display can be set up and ready for use in just 10 minutes upon unboxing. The innovative foldable screen design greatly reduces its form factor compared to conventional models, allowing it to fit into large passenger elevators for convenient relocation between different floors and spaces, as well as saving on transportation costs. Ideal for multi-venue facilities and the short-term rental market, it caters to various events such as tradeshows and exhibitions.

In addition, there will be demonstrations of the ViewBoard IFP33 series 75″ Interactive Display. With its 4K Ultra HD resolution, advanced touchscreen capabilities, integration with myViewBoard® Whiteboard software, and vCast screen casting software, the IFP7533 enables seamless content creation and sharing, enhancing engagement in both physical and digital classrooms.

ViewSonic at EDUtech Asia 2023 
When: November 8th-9th, 9:30 a.m.– 6:00 p.m.
Where: Booth no. G11, Sands Expo, 10 Bayfront Avenue, Singapore

About ViewSonic

Founded in California, ViewSonic is a leading global provider of visual solutions and conducts business in over 100 countries worldwide. As an innovator and visionary, ViewSonic is committed to providing comprehensive hardware and software solutions that include monitors, projectors, pen displays, commercial displays, All-in-One LED displays, ViewBoard interactive displays, and myViewBoard software ecosystem. With over 35 years of expertise in visual displays, ViewSonic has established a strong position for delivering innovative and reliable solutions for education, enterprise, consumer, and professional markets and helping customers “See the Difference.” To find out more about ViewSonic, please visit www.viewsonic.com

CIIE leads global development to new, bright prospects

BEIJING, Nov. 5, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — A report from People’s Daily: The sixth China International Import Expo (CIIE) will be held at the National Exhibition and Convention Center (Shanghai) from Nov. 5 to 10.

The CIIE, a pioneering event in the history of international trade development, has become a showcase of China’s new development pattern, a platform for high-level opening-up, and a public good shared by the whole world.

This year’s CIIE fully resumes offline activities, and is expected to welcome guests from 154 countries, regions, and international organizations. So far, 69 countries and three international organizations have confirmed their participation in the Country Exhibition. Over 3,400 exhibitors and nearly 410,000 professional visitors have registered for the event, with a record number of Global Fortune 500 companies and industry leaders in attendance.

Since the first CIIE, many participating companies have expressed similar sentiments, speaking of the tremendous appeal of the event. Some said they would bring their best and latest products to the event, and some promised to introduce their countries’ specialties. For them, the CIIE brings not just orders, but also the future and hopes.

The achievements of the past five editions of the CIIE have been remarkable: 131 countries and international organizations participated in the Country Exhibition; over 15,000 exhibitors joined the Business Exhibition; the cumulative number of registered visitors exceeded 2 million; the cumulative intended turnover amounted to $350 billion.

The CIIE not only attracts multinational companies, but also gathers upstream and downstream enterprises, providing opportunities for cooperation for various industries to reorganize and optimize themselves on a global scale. Many exhibitors said that at the CIIE, they can deepen exchanges with companies and partners in the same industry or even across industries, and discuss cooperation prospects together.

The previous five sessions of the CIIE have seen debuts of around 2,000 new and innovative products, technologies and services, including intelligent mobile hospitals, hydrogen-fueled concept cars, direct-injection digital printers, and vertical farms. It has become an incubator for technological innovation with global impact.

The CIIE also provides free standard booths and fee reduction measures for the least developed countries. It has been joined by enterprises from 43 least developed countries in the previous five sessions.

With the help of the CIIE, products such as coffee from Timor-Leste, pine nuts from Afghanistan, and cashews from Cambodia have achieved unprecedented sales in the Chinese market.

The “CIIE effect” continues to amplify. The Hongqiao Import Commodity Exhibition and Trading Center provides a permanent exhibition and sales platform for small and medium-sized enterprises participating in the CIIE. Since the first CIIE, Shanghai has recognized a total of 60 “6+365” trading platforms and introduced nearly 270,000 types of exhibits, with a cumulative import value of over 323 billion yuan ($44.22 billion).

German multinational glass company Schott AG said the CIIE presents a vivid and lively representation of the entire Chinese market. The company participated in the first CIIE with a “give it a try” attitude. From then on, it attended the expo every year, increased its investment and even established new factories in China.

The head of Schott China stated that with the expo, the company has achieved unparalleled growth, and continuing to invest in the Chinese market is a strategic choice for the future.

Thanks to the CIIE, exhibits have turned into commodities and exhibitors have become investors. An increasing number of multinational corporations are deeply integrated into China’s industrial and innovation networks.

Since the beginning of this year, multinational companies have continued to increase investment and expand production in China, with projects progressing at a faster pace. Global refrigeration industry giant Danfoss has put into operation a global refrigeration R&D testing center, German chemical giant BASF’s integrated base has started construction on its syngas facility in Zhanjiang, south China’s Guangdong province, and Airbus has begun construction on its second final assembly line for the A320 series aircraft in Tianjin.

In the first nine months of this year, China has established 37,814 new foreign-invested enterprises, with a year-on-year increase of 32.4 percent.

The CIIE mirrors the resilience and vitality of the Chinese economy, to deepen reform and pursue high-quality development through greater openness.

For some time now, the global economic recovery has faced headwinds, but China has withstood the pressures and continued its rebound, with its economic growth among the highest in major economies worldwide.

China is steadfastly pushing for higher-level opening up, and actively expanding imports. It has remained the world’s second-largest import market for 14 consecutive years. With a population of over 1.4 billion and a middle-income group of over 400 million people, China constitutes the world’s second-largest consumer market and the largest online retail market.

Kenneth Jarrett, president of the American Chamber of Commerce in Shanghai, noted that many companies with global markets need to achieve economies of scale, and if they don’t come to China, they won’t be able to reach the economic scale needed to maintain global competitiveness.

Chinese President Xi Jinping said that opening up is the hallmark of contemporary China. In his keynote speeches and addresses delivered at the previous five sessions of the CIIE, the word “openness” was mentioned over 100 times. The measures he announced at the CIIE to expand opening up have been gradually implemented, effectively promoting new progress in high-level opening-up.

China has established the Lingang new area of the China (Shanghai) Pilot Free Trade Zone, implemented an integrated development strategy in the Yangtze River Delta region, released an overall plan for the construction of the Hainan Free Trade Port, further expanded reform and opening up in Shenzhen, continuously improved business environment, and strengthened intellectual property protection.

China has deepened reform by opening up, and conversely, pursued deeper reforms to enable greater openness. This benefits not only China’s own development but also the world.

The CIIE belongs not just to China, but to the world. Looking ahead, China is willing to work together with all countries to practice true multilateralism, build a greater consensus of openness, jointly overcome the difficulties and challenges facing global economic development, and usher in a brighter future for development worldwide through opening up.