SHANDONG, CHINA – Media OutReach Newswire – 13 February 2026 – On February 10, 2026, The original Chinese algorithm “Congzi AI” was officially open-sourced by Shandong Congzi Chao Quantum Technology Co., Ltd. This open-source initiative aims to remove technical barriers and promote deep integration between artificial intelligence and fundamental science.
Four major modules: Strengthening the technical foundation
The Congzi AI reconfigures the AI cognitive thinking ability through four major modules and five core components. The Congzi Force-Speed Relativistic Reasoning Core constrains the causal chain within the momentum conservation, reducing the illusion rate of scientific question answering by 92%; the computing system can be arbitrarily divided into independent sub-domains for full-efficiency parallel computing; the cross-scale unified field engine covers multi-scale scenarios ranging from 10⁻¹⁵m (quarks) to 10⁻³m (materials), predicting the proton-proton repulsion force at 0.7fm with an error less than 3.6%, surpassing AlphaFold, achieving “force generation” rather than merely “structure prediction”; the quantum form memory compressor compresses the trillion-token-scale knowledge base to within 1GB, supporting cross-disciplinary mapping on ordinary servers within milliseconds, without relying on expensive H100/GPU clusters; the Soul Existence Verification Protocol (SEV Protocol) provides a verifiable path for each scientific assertion, allowing AI conclusions to be fully traceable and verifiable, completely solving the problem of AI “lying”.
The open-source AI algorithm of Congzi adheres to the principles of “low threshold and high compatibility”. Developers only need to complete the integration in three steps and do not need to retrain the model. It is compatible with mainstream hardware such as Tsinghua Unigroup, Horus, and Intel CPU, and compatible with mainstream AI architectures such as Qwen, DeepSeek, AWS-Rufus, Llama, and GPT. It enables “zero-cost upgrade”.
Open-source ecosystem is open: facilitating technology implementation
The Congzi open-source ecosystem is fully open, providing developers with a complete set of guidance and resources, including tutorials and other materials. These resources have been launched on the designated platform. The first batch focuses on key scientific scenarios such as drug molecule prediction and chip material simulation, covering cutting-edge fields such as biomedicine and advanced manufacturing.
KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 13 Februari 2026 – Sempena rakyat Malaysia membuat persiapan menjelang Ramadan dan Raya, Shopee Malaysia menghimpunkan jenama, affiliate, dan pencipta kandungan di acara Shopee House: Bazar Gaya Raya di The Yard, Sentul Depot. Acara ini memberikan gambaran awal tentang trend perayaan, sambil menunjukkan bagaimana perdagangan berteraskan kandungan membantu pembeli membuat pilihan dengan lebih yakin, serta menyokong pertumbuhan penjual dan afiliate tempatan.
Pertujukan Fesyen Shopee Bazar Gaya Raya
Mengulas perubahan ini, Opal Wu, Pengarah Revenue dan Perniagaan Baharu di Shopee Malaysia, berkata pembeli kini semakin bergantung pada kandungan untuk membuat persiapan Raya. “Semakin ramai rakyat Malaysia menggunakan kandungan untuk mencari produk dan membandingkan pilihan menjelang Ramadan dan Raya. Apabila pembeli menonton livestream, video pendek, dan cadangan daripada pencipta, penjual dapat menjangkau pelanggan baharu, pencipta kandungan memperoleh peluang menjana pendapatan, dan pembeli pula dapat membuat keputusan dengan lebih yakin,” katanya.
Data Shopee menunjukkan perubahan ini. Pada tahun 2025, platform tersebut mencatat lebih7 bilion tontonan di Shopee Live dan Shopee Video. Penjual yang menggunakan ciri ini menggandakan jumlah pesanan sepanjang kempen Raya, manakala kandungan yang dipacu affiliate mencatat peningkatan pesanan sebanyak tiga kali ganda.
Pada tahun 2026, Shopee memperluaskan pendekatan ini menerusi kempen Shopee Bazar Hebat Ramadan, dengan lebih banyak livestream, kandungan daripada pencipta, serta hiburan di Shopee Live dan Shopee Video. Kempen ini membina momentum siri siaran langsung fesyen mingguan #GRWS di aplikasi, yang turut dihidupkan di acara Shopee House. Konsep ini dibawakan secara fizikal melalui pertunjukan fesyen yang menampilkan koleksi Ramadan-Raya eksklusif Shopee daripada jenama tempatan seperti Siti Khadijah, Naelofar, Bulan Bintang, dan Adnaa.
Apabila fesyen menjadi tumpuan sepanjang musim perayaan, pembeli boleh mendapatkan tip gaya daripada duta jenama Mimi Fly dan Hael Husaini menerusi Shopee Raya Fashion Lookbook, yang menampilkan label popular serta kolaborasi produk eksklusif. Selain fesyen, pembeli juga boleh menikmati hiburan menerusi siri mikro drama popular di Shopee melalui kerjasama baharunya dengan Viu, bermula 16 Februari dengan episod baharu setiap hari pada jam 12 tengah hari.
“Pembeli hari ini mahukan inspirasi, nilai dan kemudahan dalam satu tempat. Dengan menghubungkan pembeli, penjual, dan afiliate melalui kandungan, kami mewujudkan ekosistem perayaan yang lebih inklusif, di mana perniagaan kecil boleh berkembang dan rakyat Malaysia dapat menikmati pengalaman beli-belah berteraskan kandungan sambil membuat persiapan Raya dengan lebih mudah,” tambah Opal Wu.
Melalui kempen Shopee Bazar Hebat Ramadan, Shopee menghimpunkan tawaran, kandungan, dan hiburan bagi menjadikan pengalaman beli-belah perayaan lebih berpatutan, menarik, dan mudah diakses untuk semua.
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Mengenai Shopee
Shopee ialah platform e-dagang terkemuka di Asia Tenggara, Taiwan, dan Brazil. Shopee menggalakkan sebuah ekosistem digital yang inklusif dan mampan dengan membolehkan pendigitalan perniagaan, membolehkan perniagaan-perniagaan mengembangkan kehadiran dalam talian mereka, membantu lebih ramai orang mengakses dan memperoleh manfaat daripada perkhidmatan digital, serta membangkitkan komuniti tempatan.
Shopee memacu pembangunan ekosistem digital yang inklusif dan mampan dengan membolehkan pendigitalan perniagaan, membolehkan perniagaan-perniagaan mengembangkan kehadiran dalam talian mereka, membantu lebih ramai orang mengakses dan memperoleh manfaat daripada perkhidmatan digital, serta membangkitkan komuniti tempatan.
Shopee adalah sebahagian daripada Sea Limited (NYSE: SE), sebuah syarikat internet pengguna global yang terkemuka. Misi Sea adalah untuk menaiktaraf kehidupan para pengguna dan perniagaan kecil menerusi teknologi melalui tiga perniagaan terasnya: Shopee, Garena dan Monee.
KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 13 February 2026 – As Malaysians prepare for Ramadan and Raya, Shopee Malaysia brought together brands, affiliates, and content creators at Shopee House: Bazar Gaya Raya event at The Yard, Sentul Depot. The event offered an exclusive look at festive trends and highlighted how content-led commerce is helping shoppers buy with confidence, while enabling local affiliates and sellers to grow.
Shopee House: Bazar Gaya Raya Fashion Show
Highlighting this shift, Opal Wu, Director of Revenue & New Business at Shopee Malaysia, said shoppers are increasingly relying on content to guide their Raya purchases. “More Malaysians are turning to content to discover products and compare options as they prepare for Ramadan and Raya. As shoppers explore livestreams, short videos, and creator recommendations, sellers can reach new audiences, creators gain new income opportunities, and shoppers can make more confident purchases,” he said.
Shopee’s data reflects this shift. In 2025, the platform recorded over 7 billion views across Shopee Live and Shopee Video. Sellers using these tools doubled their orders during the Raya campaign, while affiliate-led content drove a 3x increase in orders.
In 2026, Shopee is expanding this approach through the Shopee Bazar Hebat Ramadan campaign, with more livestreams, creator-led content, and entertainment across Shopee Live and Shopee Video. The campaign builds on the momentum of #GRWS weekly fashion livestream series on the app, bringing the experience to life at the Shopee House event. The concept was reimagined offline through a Fashion Show featuring Shopee-exclusive Ramadan-Raya collections from leading local brands such as Siti Khadijah, Naelofar, Bulan Bintang, and Adnaa.
As fashion takes centre stage during the festive season, shoppers can turn to brand ambassadors, Mimi Fly and Hael Husaini for styling tips through Shopee’s Raya Fashion Lookbook, curated with top labels and exclusive product collaborations. Beyond fashion, the celebration continues with entertainment, as shoppers can stream popular micro dramas series on Shopee through its new partnership with Viu, starting 16 February with fresh episodes released daily at 12pm.
“Today’s shoppers want inspiration, value, and convenience in one place. By connecting buyers, sellers, and affiliates through content, we are creating a more inclusive festive ecosystem where small businesses can grow and Malaysians can enjoy content-driven shopping as they prepare for Raya with ease,” Opal Wu added.
Through the Shopee Bazar Hebat Ramadan campaign, Shopee is bringing together deals, content, and entertainment to make this festive shopping more affordable, engaging and accessible for all. Hashtag: #Shopee
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About Shopee
Shopee is the leading e-commerce platform in Southeast Asia, Taiwan, and Brazil. Shopee promotes an inclusive and sustainable digital ecosystem by enabling businesses to digitalise and grow their online presence, helping more people access and benefit from digital services, and uplifting local communities.
Shopee offers an easy, secure, and engaging experience that is enjoyed by millions of people daily. Shopee is also a key contributor to the region’s digital economy with a firm commitment to helping homegrown brands and entrepreneurs succeed in e-commerce.
Shopee is part of Sea Limited (NYSE: SE), a leading global consumer internet company. Sea’s mission is to better the lives of consumers and small businesses with technology through its three core businesses: Shopee, Garena, and Monee.
First-Ever Attack-Defence Simulation Aligns with Real Corporate Needs Setting a New Benchmark for Local Cybersecurity Competitions
HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 13 February 2026 – As cyberattacks grow increasingly complex, cybersecurity has become a critical domain of global concern and a talent shortage. According to the latest “Hong Kong Cybersecurity Outlook 2026” released by the Hong Kong Computer Emergency Response Team Coordination Centre (HKCERT) under the Hong Kong Productivity Council (HKPC), nearly 30% of the 622 surveyed enterprises still lack dedicated cybersecurity staff. Specifically, only 26% of SMEs have a dedicated cybersecurity role, significantly lower than the 59% of large enterprises, reflecting a gap in resource allocation and technology adoption among SMEs.
Now in its sixth year, “HKCERT Capture The Flag Challenge” continues to attract top cybersecurity talents from Hong Kong and beyond, showcasing the capability and vitality of the next generation of local and international cybersecurity professionals.
To cultivate practical talent for the cybersecurity sector, the sixth “HKCERT Capture The Flag Challenge 2025” (HKCERT CTF Challenge) was successfully organised by the Digital Policy Office (DPO), HKPC, and HKCERT. This year’s competition was elevated to the first-ever adoption of an attack–defence mode, closely replicating the network setup of real enterprises. Participants experienced first-hand hacking techniques, system vulnerability analysis, threat intelligence gathering, and coordinated response in a simulated real-world environment. Through completing multiple tasks within a limited time, the competition also allowed them to break through the traditional classroom theoretical framework, gain practical experience and build confidence. The event attracted around 1,940 young contestants, an increase of nearly 40% from last year’s 1,385 participants, reaching a record high for the competition. Contestants included teams from Hong Kong, Chinese Mainland, Asia, and Europe, fostering cross-regional exchange and collaboration. In the finals, three local teams and one overseas team were awarded gold prizes in the Secondary School, Tertiary Institution, Open Category, and International Category respectively, while Sing Yin Secondary School received the “Best School Award”. The full list of awardees is available on the event website.
Participants Share Practical Experience Integrating AI into Attack and Defence The competition was well received by contestants for its innovative format and realistic offensive and defensive environment, offering a valuable platform for learning and exchange. The winning team in the International Category, W&M, commented, “Our members are from Shanxi, Guangdong and Beijing. This was our first time competing together in the HKCERT CTF Challenge. The atmosphere and experience of the finals were excellent. The tasks were centred on an attack‑defence simulation, requiring us to find all vulnerabilities while patching our own systems and attacking other teams at the same time. Some vulnerabilities were discovered and exploited by other teams first, which kept the scores very close and made the competition incredibly tense and exciting”.
They added, “During the competition, we also applied lots of AI techniques for assistance, such as applying AI to analyse vulnerabilities and refine attack methods. In the future, AI may play a deeper role in areas like vulnerability detection and code analysis, but for now it cannot be fully relied upon—human oversight is still essential”.
HKCERT CTF Challenge has now been held for six consecutive years, with its scale expanding annually and participants showing continuous growth. Many secondary school students gain their first hands‑on exposure to cybersecurity through the competition and connect with university mentors, helping them shape their academic and career paths. Several past participants have gone on to compete in local and international events, committing to a future in the cybersecurity field. Beyond attracting overseas talent to exchange ideas in Hong Kong, HKCERT continues to build connections between cybersecurity professionals in Hong Kong and Chinese Mainland. Top‑performing teams can gain direct entry into equivalent finals in Chinese Mainland. For example, participants from the previous HKCERT CTF Challenge 2024 advanced directly to the finals of the “Greater Bay Area Cup Cybersecurity Challenge”, where they secured the top four places in the Hong Kong and Macao category. This also provided local contestants with access to world‑class cybersecurity techniques, effectively promoting cross‑regional elite collaboration and talent development.
Finals Format Upgraded: Attack-Defence Mode Mirrors Real Enterprise Operations The finals were comprehensively upgraded this year. In addition to increase the overall technical difficulty, the competition introduced an attack‑defence format for the first time that closely mirrors real enterprise cybersecurity operations. Teams played dual roles—both attackers and defenders—in an environment created with reference to the real-world systems. The tasks simulated incident response and live attack-defence scenarios commonly encountered in the cybersecurity field. Within a limited timeframe, participants had to do penetration testing, exploit vulnerabilities and attack, while patching their own systems and monitoring threats in real time against attacks from other teams. This parallel attack‑defence setup reflects actual workflow patterns in the industry, effectively training participants’ analytical abilities and adaptability under pressure. Through hands‑on practice in a likely enterprise environment, contestants developed multifaceted, industry‑aligned capabilities—laying a solid foundation for their future careers in cybersecurity.
Ms Candy CHAN, Assistant Commissioner (Project Governance and Cybersecurity) of the DPO, highlighted the DPO’s commitment to enhancing Hong Kong’s cyber resilience, with one of its key initiatives being the nurturing of the next generation of cybersecurity professionals. She emphasised that the DPO has been collaborating closely with academia and industry partners to foster a robust talent pipeline and build a safer digital environment in Hong Kong. She noted that this year marks the sixth edition of the HKCERT CTF Challenge, which has grown into one of Hong Kong’s most respected and anticipated cybersecurity competitions over the years. Beyond being a contest of technical prowess, the Challenge serves as a dynamic platform for networking, knowledge exchange and community building among the new generation of cybersecurity experts.
Ir Samson SUEN, General Manager of Digital Trust and Transformation Division of HKPC, stated, “HKCERT CTF Challenge has consistently aimed to build an international platform for technical exchange. Through high-intensity simulated contests, we enhance participants’ cyber defence skills and promote cross-regional interaction among emerging cybersecurity talents. This cultivates a new generation of globally competitive professionals in Hong Kong and strengthens the local talent pipeline. This year’s finals first introduced a simulation of real-world cybersecurity operations, enabling teams to experience both offensive and defensive roles in a recent cybersecurity team. This hands-on approach is crucial for developing practical skills and incident response capabilities”.
Fostering Cybersecurity Awareness Across All Sectors of Society To further enhance cybersecurity awareness across the community, HKCERT has partnered with the DPO and the Cyber Security and Technology Crime Bureau of The Hong Kong Police Force, to launch the “Building a Secure Cyberspace 2026” campaign to promote cybersecurity awareness. The initiative includes various educational activities, such as an “AI-Generated Four-Panel Comic”contest, which encourages the public to make good use of AI tools while strengthening their understanding of cybersecurity. At the corporate governance level, HKCERT will publish a series of practical guidelines addressing emerging risks —such as AI applications and supply chain security—highlighted in the “Hong Kong Cybersecurity Outlook 2026”, to support business in establishing a robust protection framework. In particular for AI governance, the guidelines will offer actionable recommendations covering AI system security assessments, compliance rules for employees using public AI platforms, controls over sensitive data input, and methods for monitoring and defending against AI‑assisted attacks. These resources aim to help enterprises systematically enhance their cyber resilience across governance, technology, and awareness.
As Hong Kong accelerates the development of innovation and technology and advances its digital economy, strengthening cyber defence capabilities has become a key talent need. HKCERT will continue to support businesses and the public through incident response, security guidance, and cybersecurity awareness programmes. The HKCERT CTF Challenge continues to play a vital role in nurturing local talent, fostering cross-regional collaboration, and advancing public education. By enhancing the overall level of protection, the competition contributes to the sustainable development of the digital economy and reinforces Hong Kong’s long‑term competitiveness.
The seventh edition of HKCERT CTF Challenge will be held in November 2026, featuring more innovative attack-defence challenges and continuing to set up an international category to provide local contestants with a platform for technical exchange with top teams from Hong Kong, Chinese Mainland, and overseas. Registration opens in September 2026, with finalists competing in the live finals in February 2027.
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About Hong Kong Productivity Council
The Hong Kong Productivity Council (HKPC) is a statutory body established in 1967, dedicated to enhancing the productivity and competitiveness of Hong Kong enterprises through world-class applied R&D, innovative technology services, and integrated manufacturing solutions. As a market-oriented, international R&D organisation, HKPC leverages its deep expertise and extensive industry experience in key areas such as AI, advanced manufacturing, life and health technology, green technology and new energy to drive new industrialisation and support the growth of emerging and future industries.
HKPC focuses on addressing businesses challenges and industrial technology needs, promoting the full integration between technological and industrial innovation. Through technology transfer, product innovation, intellectual property protection and commercialisation of R&D outcomes, the Council fosters collaboration with the local business community as well as top global R&D institutions, delivering added value to industries and advancing the development of new productive forces. HKPC’s world-class R&D achievements have been widely recognised over the years, winning an array of local and overseas accolades, reinforcing Hong Kong’s role as an international innovation and technology centre and a smart city.
To help enterprises capitalise on Hong Kong’s strengths in international connectivity to expand into global markets, HKPC offers comprehensive overseas expansion services tailored to critical areas including product development, technology, manufacturing, and management, enabling businesses to successfully go global from Hong Kong.
HKPC is also committed to providing timely and practical support to SMEs and startups with timely and practical , assisting them in accessing Government funding programmes. Through its FutureSkills training initiatives, HKPC helps both industry and academia stay ahead in latest digital and STEM technologies, nurturing a future-ready talent pool for Hong Kong.
For more information, please visit HKPC’s website: www.hkpc.org/en.
Appier 執行長暨共同創辦人游直翰博士表示：「2025 年是 Appier 具指標性意義的一年，我們正邁向『Agentic AI 即服務（Agentic AI as a Service, AaaS）』的全球領導者。我們創新高的獲利表現、與持續的客戶拓展成果，進一步奠定我們挺進 2026 財年的強勁動能。透過結合差異化的 Agentic AI 技術與深厚的領域專業，我們已超越了單點式的解決方案，進化為可協同運作的多代理 (multi-agent) 智慧架構，為客戶提供可信賴的企業級效能。我們正全面重塑自身組織與客戶工作流程，以自主、AI 驅動的執行引擎取代傳統軟體與手動流程，同時擴展高效能基礎，以實現長期的獲利成長。」
Agentic AI 賦能客戶 ROI 與公司獲利雙成長
Appier Agentic AI 競爭優勢來自於「專有數據資產」與「深耕垂直產業、以客戶為導向的 AI 模型」所建構的獨特組合。此一堅實基礎賦能我們能開發領域專精的 Agents，協助領先企業由傳統軟體模式轉型為自主運作、以 ROI 為導向的 Agentic 工作流程。憑藉深厚的 AI 技術實力，快速打造適合企業級客戶工作流程的 Agentic AI 模型，驅動更廣泛的市場滲透，並強化客戶黏著度。
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關於 Appier
Appier（TSE：4180）是一家 AI 原生的 Agentic AI 即服務（AaaS）公司，透過最先進的廣告科技（AdTech）與行銷科技（MarTech）解決方案，協助企業制定更明確的商業決策。創立於 2012 年，Appier 秉持 Making AI Easy by Making Software Intelligent 的願景，致力透過旗下的廣告雲（Ad Cloud）、個人化雲（Personalization Cloud) 及數據雲（Data Cloud）解決方案，幫助企業將 AI 轉化為可衡量的投資報酬。Appier 目前在亞太、美國與 EMEA 地區設有 17 個據點，並於東京證券交易所 Prime 板上市。欲了解更多資訊請參閱 www.appier.com。欲了解更多投資人關係資訊，請造訪 ir.appier.com/en。
E-Commerce and Online Travel Dual Engines Reinforce Robust Expansion. Strong Guidance Underscores Optimistic Outlook for FY26
Highlights and achievements for fiscal year 2025
Delivered record high revenue of JPY 43.7 billion, up 28% YoY. (JPY 45.0 billion, up 32% YoY on an FX neutral basis)
Substantial growth in E-commerce (49% YoY) and Other Internet Services (59% YoY) led by the Travel sector, reflects dual engine growth, driving high revenue quality
All key regions demonstrate strong growth. NEA and US & EMEA both achieved 36% YoY revenue growth on an FX-neutral basis
Profitability improved consistently, operating profit hit a record JPY 3.0 billion, up 50% YoY with a 6.8% margin (JPY 3.8 billion with an 8.5% margin on an FX-neutral basis)
Gross profit achieved 32% YoY rise, driven by revenue scale, technology differentiations and a high-margin product mix
Q4 FY25 revenue growth accelerated to 34% (up from 26% in Q3), reached the highest level in the past 9 quarters, fueled by a strong E-commerce peak season
Guidance for fiscal year 2026
Core organic growth is expected to accelerate, with revenue projected to JPY 54 billion, up 24% YoY, driven by Agentic AI advancement and dual-engine market penetration
Gross profit expected to grow 25% YoY to JPY 29.4 billion, with 54.5% gross margin, propelled by sustained technology-led efficiency and margin expansion
Operating income is expected to grow 45% YoY to JPY 4.3 billion (8.0% margin) and EBITDA to grow 37% YoY to JPY 9.4 billion (17.4% margin)
Proven track record in leading enterprise-wide transformations, transitioning from legacy software and manual workflows to a future of Agentic AI-driven operational excellence
Scaling new heights: A landmark year of Agentic AI–led growth acceleration
TAIPEI, TAIWAN – Media OutReach Newswire – 13 February 2026 – Appier Group Inc. (TSE: 4180), hereafter referred to as “Appier,” today announced its financial results for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2025, and issued guidance for FY26. The company achieved record revenue of JPY 43.7 billion, a 28% YoY increase (JPY 45.0 billion, up 32% YoY on an FX-neutral basis). This stellar performance was fueled by dual growth engines: core E-commerce grew 49% YoY, and Other Internet Services surged 59% YoY, led by the Travel sector. Since FY19, Appier has delivered a sixfold surge in total revenue, a record performance anchored by consistent expansion in incremental revenue.
Profitability surged to a record high, with operating income growing 50% YoY to JPY 3.0 billion, representing a 6.8% operating margin (JPY 3.8 billion with an 8.5% margin on an FX-neutral basis). Gross profit outpaced revenue growth, reaching a historical high of JPY 23.5 billion, up 32% YoY. Gross margin climbed to 53.8% (53.9% FX-neutral), bolstered by increased revenue scale, technological differentiation, and a high-margin product mix. This upward trajectory underscores Appier’s ability to scale customer value while driving operational leverage.
Balanced regional expansion and deepening vertical penetration drive quality growth
In FY25, all key regions delivered strong growth. Northeast Asia (68%) and the U.S. & EMEA (19%) both achieved 36% YoY growth (FX-neutral). NEA was supported by balanced expansion in E-commerce and continued vertical diversification, while the U.S. & EMEA benefited from solid momentum across E-commerce and Other Internet Services. Together, this regional strength and deeper vertical penetration reflect the effective scaling of Agentic AI-first strategy, driving sustained, high-quality, and resilient growth.
Revenue growth remains balanced, with 56% of incremental revenue driven by ROI-led upsells to existing E-commerce customers and 44% fueled by new customers, primarily from Online Travel. By leveraging Agentic AI to secure large enterprise catalysts, Appier delivered 13% YoY growth in both its customer base and FX-neutral ARPC. This strategic focus—coupled with disciplined OPEX—drove operating leverage. Furthermore, the operational productivity surged, driven by a 23% YoY growth in gross profit per headcount.
Entering FY26 with strong profitable momentum
Appier projects revenue growth to reaccelerate in FY26, with organic revenue expected to outpace total growth, driven by our dual-vertical growth engines. Forecasting revenue to reach JPY 54 billion, up 24% YoY and gross profit to hit JPY 29.4 billion, up 25% YoY, with a 54.5% margin. This optimistic outlook is anchored by a Q4 FY25 inflection point, where revenue growth surged to 34%, validating Appier’s strategic focus on key accounts and high-growth verticals. Operating income is projected to rise 45% YoY to JPY 4.3 billion, while EBITDA is expected to grow 37% YoY to JPY 9.4 billion—representing a 17.4% margin fueled by disciplined investment and operational leverage.
“2025 marks a defining year for Appier as we evolve into a global leader in Agentic AI as a Service. Our record profitability and consistent customer wins validate the strong momentum heading into FY26,” said Chih-Han Yu, CEO and Co-founder of Appier. “By combining differentiated Agentic AI with deep domain expertise, we have moved beyond single-point solutions to deploy coordinated multi-agent intelligence that delivers trusted, enterprise-grade performance. We are transforming our organization and customers’ workflows, replacing legacy software and manual processes with an autonomous, AI-led execution engine while scaling a highly efficient foundation for long-term, profitable growth.
Agentic AI empowers dual success of customer ROI and profitable growth
Appier’s Agentic AI competitive edge stems from a unique combination of proprietary data and vertical-specific and customer-centric AI models. This foundation empowers it to develop domain-specific agents that help leading organizations transition from traditional software to autonomous, ROI-driven Agentic workflows. The company’s AI capabilities also enable it to rapidly build Agentic AI models that adapt to customer workflows at enterprise level to drive broader market penetration and strengthen customer stickiness.
Powered by a world class Generative AI research team, Appier’s Agentic AI platform goes beyond conventional automation through proprietary LLM calibration and self-aware reasoning. This foundation of Trustworthy AI accelerates deployment, autonomously self-corrects, and delivers enterprise-grade safeguards, superior cost efficiency, and the reliability required for large-scale production. Together, these strengths position Appier to lead the next era of enterprise AI—turning autonomous intelligence into measurable, scalable business impact for customers worldwide.
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Appier
Appier (TSE: 4180) is an AI-native Agentic AI as a Service (AaaS) company that empowers business decision-making with cutting-edge AdTech and MarTech solutions. Founded in 2012 with the vision of “Making AI Easy by making software intelligent,” Appier endeavors to help businesses turn AI into ROI with its Ad Cloud, Personalization Cloud, and Data Cloud solutions. Now Appier has 17 offices across APAC, the US and EMEA, and is listed on the Tokyo Stock Exchange. Visit www.appier.com for more company information, and visit ir.appier.com/en/ for more IR information.
HONG KONG SAR/DUBAI, UAE – Media OutReach Newswire – 13 February 2026 – Asia Business Centre (AsiaBC), a Hong Kong-based leader in corporate services and cross-border startup consultancy, has been named “Outstanding Company Formation Services of the Year“ at the HKCT Business Awards 2025.
Presented by the Hong Kong Commercial Times (HKCT), the award recognises AsiaBC’s excellence in helping global founders establish, scale, and succeed in business hubs across Asia and the Middle East. With deep expertise in regulatory frameworks and banking ecosystems, AsiaBC helps entrepreneurs overcome market-entry challenges faced by SMEs and new ventures.
AsiaBC plays a key role in simplifying and accelerating incorporation, bank account setup, and international compliance in Hong Kong, Singapore, and offshore centres. AsiaBC’s Expertise Solves Hong Kong Setup Challenges
Since 2009, AsiaBC has turned entrepreneurial vision into operational businesses through end-to-end support. Beyond company registration, the team guides clients through structuring, documentation, bank onboarding, tax planning, and accounting, ensuring that each step fits the business model.
AsiaBC demystifies cross-border operations by leveraging market insight and ties with over 100 banks and FinTech providers. The firm delivers reduced setup time, guaranteed bank account results under its “No Win, No Fee” programme, and proven legal readiness. One recent case saw a client complete company formation and bank account opening in Hong Kong on the same day, just before flying home. Another client, a tech startup, secured banking approval within 48 hours, enabling rapid launch into the APAC market. AI-Powered Compliance & UAE Hub to Serve Global Founders
To better serve international entrepreneurs, AsiaBC is broadening its presence and technology.
In 2026, AsiaBC will open its first advisory hub in Dubai to support UAE entrepreneurs entering Asia. Services will include offshore company planning, tax coordination, risk assessment, and compliance across jurisdictions.
AsiaBC is also launching AI-enabled tools to make bank onboarding more predictable. A smart matching engine will analyse each client’s profile – including business model and risk category – and map it to onboarding preferences across AsiaBC’s banking network. Drawing on 6,000+ cases, this tool aims to shorten approval time and improve success rates, especially for founders under scrutiny.
“For 16 years, we’ve followed one principle: ‘Professionalism is the foundation, but solving problems is the core,’” said Raymond Wong, Managing Director. “This award affirms our commitment to outcome-driven solutions that help clients expand smoothly and sustainably.” Championing the Entrepreneurial Spirit AsiaBC’s client-first strategy includes:
Tailored support from incorporation to compliance
Guaranteed banking results
Strong ecosystem relationships
Multilingual support in English, French, Spanish, Russian, and Mandarin
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About AsiaBC
Founded in 2009, AsiaBC supports entrepreneurs through offices in Hong Kong, Singapore, the Philippines, Dubai, the UK, Estonia, Turkey, and Brazil. Awarded HKCT’s “Outstanding Company Formation Services of the Year”, its services span bank account opening, incorporation, accounting, tax optimisation, and compliance.
AsiaBC has served 6,000+ corporate clients and successfully opened 3,000+ corporate bank accounts worldwide.
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