HOHHOT, CHINA – Media OutReach Newswire – 28 August 2026 – On 25 August, Hohhot convened a conference on deepening the integration of technological innovation and industrial innovation. At the event, the city officially released its Measures for Advancing Deep Integration of Technological Innovation and Industrial Innovation, together with an overarching implementation plan. The 20 measures share one objective: to place economic and social development firmly on an innovation-driven path and accelerate Hohhot’s emergence as an important growth pole for high-quality development in northern China.
Scene from Hohhot’s Conference on Deepening the Integration of Technological Innovation and Industrial Innovation
“The less developed a region is, the more it needs to pursue an innovation-driven development strategy.” This message, voiced at the conference, reflects the clear-eyed resolve of a provincial capital city.
That resolve is underpinned by real strengths.
Here, the National Dairy Technology Innovation Centre has shortened dairy-cattle breeding evaluation from four years to just 45 days and cultivated China’s first probiotic strain for infants and young children derived from Chinese breast milk, helping the “Dairy Capital of China” advance towards becoming a global dairy hub. A major scientific facility for aerospace, sky-to-ground, cross-scale metrology, benchmarked against international leaders, is rising in Horinger New District. Inner Mongolia University of Technology has launched the region’s first new-energy industrial large model open to the world. Meanwhile, a domestic enterprise—the only one currently able to produce 4N5 high-purity germanium products consistently—is helping quantum technology and calcium-titanium mineral photovoltaics overcome key raw-material bottlenecks. From a single microbial strain to a beam of light, technological and industrial innovation are converging here and reinforcing one another.
Even more compelling is the city’s tangible commitment.
Municipal fiscal investment in science and technology will double in 2026 and double again in 2027. Newly recognised national-level innovation platforms will receive a one-off research grant of RMB 3 million, while each “Qingcheng Science and Technology Innovation Leading Talent” may receive up to RMB 500,000 in research support. By 2030, Hohhot aims to introduce an additional 10 academicians of the Chinese Academy of Sciences and the Chinese Academy of Engineering, as well as 50 high-level innovation teams. Through a policy approach of “enjoy benefits without application and receive them directly and swiftly”, the city will provide inclusive computing-power vouchers, model vouchers and token vouchers to technology-oriented small and medium-sized enterprises—lowering barriers to innovation and demonstrating the city’s sincerity in supporting innovators.
The World Dairy Capital sculpture is unveiled at Yili Modern Wisdom Health Valley.
Openness is a defining feature of Hohhot.
Drawing on the Hohhot Area of the China (Inner Mongolia) Pilot Free Trade Zone, the city is building an international science and technology cooperation base with countries along the Belt and Road. It is also deepening coordination with Beijing’s Haidian District through a “two-hour innovation circle”, exploring a new pathway in which research and development take place elsewhere while results are transformed and applied in Hohhot. Hohhot understands that innovation cannot thrive as an undertaking enclosed behind walls.
Like the Mongolian horse, it is resilient, diligent and determined—never resting until the goal is achieved. This is the character of the city: the breadth and inclusiveness of the grasslands, combined with the courage and pioneering spirit to open northwards, explore new frontiers and put ideas into action.
From the “Dairy Capital of China” to China’s “Cloud Valley”, from the pastures of Chilechuan to the computing-power clusters of Horinger, this green city is becoming a city of innovation.
Hohhot extends an invitation to the world: here there are supportive policies, real-world application scenarios and a genuine commitment to partnership—together with a vast landscape in which to join hands with those who strive and build for the future.
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HAIKOU, CHINA – Media OutReach Newswire – 28 August 2026 – Since the beginning of this year, an international social media promotion campaign themed “China’s Free Trade Port, World-Class Resort Island: Welcome to Cool Hainan” has brought China’s Hainan Free Trade Port into the view of global travelers, attracting more international tourists to visit this tropical island.
A Vibrant Free Trade Port, A Charming Hainan Island.
This international communication project was planned and implemented by the Department of Tourism, Culture, Radio, Television and Sports of Hainan Province. Through social media platforms, 56 travel-themed pieces of content were published for global audiences, with total exposures exceeding 16 million. The campaign spanned major inbound tourist source markets for Hainan—including Russian-speaking regions, Southeast Asia, Europe, and North America—distributed via multilingual accounts in Russian, Thai, Indonesian, French, Spanish, and Portuguese, ultimately reaching an audience of over 52 million followers.
Breaking from traditional promotional models, the campaign released seven themed series of Hainan tourism content featuring practical travel guides and immersive on-site scenarios, showcasing international branding labels such as “Cool Hainan”, “Top Ten Hainan Tourism Icons”, and “Cool Island”. Starting with high-end luxury getaways on the Sunshine Coast in January, themes shifted monthly: February showcased Hainan’s distinct Li and Miao ethnic Spring Festival customs; March focused on trendy surfing experiences and Wenchang aerospace study tours; April highlighted water sports and wellness tourism; May featured archaeological study tours and rainforest adventures; June promoted rainforest self-driving tours and ethnic minority villages; and July rolled out “Ten Signature Marine Tourism Routes”, with a single post achieving over 2.6 million impressions.
This content not only showcases diverse landscapes and experiences such as bays, rainforests, folk customs, health and wellness, and sports, but also highlights practical travel information including visa-free policies for 86 countries, temporary permits for foreign driver’s licenses, shopping, and duty-free/departure tax refund policies for off-island travel, seamlessly integrating the island’s natural scenery, local intangible cultural heritage, and modern tourism consumption business formats.
Global social media users have shown a strong interest in traveling to Hainan. Many have left comments asking about specific details such as visa-free policies, dining, accommodation, sightseeing, and self-driving trips, and several users said they have added Hainan to their future travel bucket lists.
Hainan hopes to leverage this themed social media campaign to build an international image as a “World-Class Resort Island”, enhance its appeal as an inbound tourism destination, and support Hainan’s development into an international tourism and consumption center. According to an official from the Department of Tourism, Culture, Radio, Television and Sports of Hainan Province, Hainan possesses tropical coastal tourism resources that are unique in China. Capitalizing on the policy dividends and openness advantages of the Free Trade Port, Hainan will continue to optimize its tourism service offerings for international visitors and foster a tourism consumption environment that meets international standards.
Hashtag: #CoolHainan
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BINZHOU, CHINA – Media OutReach Newswire – 28 August 2026 – China Hongqiao Group Limited (China Hongqiao), a globally leading aluminum enterprise, has recently been honored with the Circular Economy Leadership Award at the 2026 Asia Responsible Enterprise Awards held in Singapore. The award recognizes the company’s outstanding contributions to the development of recycled aluminum. Organized by Enterprise Asia, the award marks the third consecutive year that China Hongqiao has received this honor, underscoring international recognition of its long-standing commitment to green manufacturing and the circular economy.
Zouping China Aluminum Valley
As one of the global leaders in the aluminum industry, China Hongqiao has placed sustainability at the heart of its corporate strategy. The company has actively aligned itself with China’s “3060” dual carbon goals and pioneered its “25·55” Climate Action Target, pledging to achieve carbon neutrality across its operations by 2055. To realize this vision, the company has been driving a comprehensive green transformation across its entire value chain, spanning clean energy substitution, efficient resource utilization, low-carbon technology development, and process reengineering.
Notably, China Hongqiao has built a closed-loop industrial chain encompassing mining, alumina refining, primary aluminum production, deep-processing and advanced materials, and recycled aluminum. By expanding its recycled aluminum business, the company has not only significantly reduced its reliance on raw material extraction but also achieved substantial cuts in energy consumption and carbon emissions. Data shows that, compared with conventional electrolytic aluminum production, recycled aluminum can reduce energy consumption by nearly 95% and cut greenhouse gas emissions by over 85%, delivering significant environmental benefits and offering a model for the industry.
Hashtag: #Binzhou
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London, United Kingdom – Newsfile Corp. – August 27, 2026 – Gorilla Technology Group Inc. (NASDAQ: GRRR) (“Gorilla” or the “Company”), a global solution provider in Security Intelligence, Network Intelligence, Business Intelligence, IoT technology and data centres, Gorilla Technology Group Inc. (“Gorilla” or the “Company”) is pleased to announce that Fitch Ratings has assigned the Company a first-time Long-Term Issuer Default Rating of ‘B-‘ with a Positive Outlook.
The rating follows an extensive review of Gorilla’s business, financial profile and growth strategy. Fitch highlighted Gorilla’s positioning within the rapidly expanding AI infrastructure market in South & South-East Asia where it noted that “the constraint is not customer demand but access to deployable power and GPU capacity”.
Fitch also recognised the Company’s deleveraging potential as its new data centre projects scale, stating that “Deleveraging is supported by EBITDA growth with good visibility over the next few years.” Fitch expects dividends from Gorilla’s project SPVs to begin flowing to the parent from 2029 or potentially earlier as project-finance debt is repaid.
Gorilla believes the rating represents an important milestone in the continued development of its capital structure. A public credit rating provides lenders and institutional investors with an independent assessment of Gorilla’s credit profile and supports the Company’s ability to access a broader range of debt financing solutions at both Group and SPV level.
Over time, Gorilla believes this should help broaden its sources of capital, strengthen the resilience of its funding base and support more efficient financing of its global AI infrastructure programme.
Jay Chandan, Chairman and CEO of Gorilla Technology, commented: “As Gorilla invests billions of dollars into the infrastructure required for our next phase of growth, establishing an independent credit rating is an important step in broadening our access to global capital. Fitch’s Positive Outlook reflects the significant earnings growth and deleveraging potential embedded in our strategy. We see this rating as another important building block as Gorilla scales into a leading AI infrastructure platform across Asia.”
About Gorilla Technology Group Inc. Headquartered in London U.K., Gorilla is a global solution provider in Security Intelligence, Network Intelligence, Business Intelligence, IoT technology and data centers. We provide a wide range of solutions, including Smart City, Network, Video, Security Convergence and IoT, across select verticals of Government and Public Services, Manufacturing, Telecom, Retail, Transportation and Logistics, Healthcare and Education, by using AI and Deep Learning Technologies.
Our expertise lies in revolutionizing urban operations, bolstering security and enhancing resilience. We deliver pioneering products that harness the power of AI in intelligent video surveillance, facial recognition, license plate recognition, edge computing, post-event analytics and advanced cybersecurity technologies. By integrating these AI-driven technologies, we empower Smart Cities to enhance efficiency, safety and cybersecurity measures, ultimately improving the quality of life for residents.
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This leadership evolution reflects Red Dot Distribution’s continued commitment to sustainable growth, stronger governance, and long-term value creation
DUBAI, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES – EQS Newswire – 27 August 2026 – Red Dot Distribution (www.RedDotDistribution.com), a leading technology distributor serving the Middle East and Africa, today announced plans to enter a new chapter of growth with a revised leadership structure. This move is aimed at sharpening its strategic focus, driving execution, and supporting its long-term ambitions across the region.
After 25 years at the helm, Munir Bharwani transitions from CEO to Managing Director, where he will focus on the company’s broader strategic vision and key stakeholder relationships. Nishad Mairal steps into the CEO role and will lead Red Dot’s operations and growth agenda across the region.
This leadership evolution reflects Red Dot Distribution’s continued commitment to sustainable growth, stronger governance, and long-term value creation.
Over the past 25 years, Red Dot Distribution has become one of the leading technology distribution companies in the region, connecting world-class technology vendors with a wide range of channel partners across diverse markets. The company has earned a solid reputation as a reliable partner within the technology ecosystem due to its continued efforts in building lasting relationships, its market expertise, and its focus on customer success.
In his role as Managing Director, Munir Bharwani will focus on the company’s long-term strategic direction, governance, key stakeholder relationships, and future growth opportunities. As Chief Executive Officer, Nishad Mairal will continue driving business performance, operational excellence, and the execution of Red Dot Distribution’s vision as it expands its impact across the region.
Commenting on the transition, Munir Bharwani, Managing Director of Red Dot Distribution, said:
“We’ve always believed that staying true to our values, while embracing change, is the key to lasting success. This leadership transition reflects the maturity of our business and our confidence in the future. Nishad’s experience and leadership are invaluable as we build on our strong foundation and look forward to what’s next.”
Nishad Mairal, Chief Executive Officer of Red Dot Distribution, added:
“Red Dot Distribution’s success has always been driven by strong partnerships, exceptional people, and a commitment to creating value across the technology ecosystem. As we look ahead, our focus is not only on growing the business, but on expanding our impact across the markets we serve. Guided by our vision of Techquity, we are committed to creating greater access to technology, unlocking opportunities for our partners, and helping drive meaningful digital transformation across the Middle East and Africa. With the strength of our team, vendors, and channel community, we are excited about the opportunities that lie ahead.”
With a strengthened leadership structure and a clear strategic direction, Red Dot Distribution is well positioned to seize new opportunities in the rapidly evolving technology sector. The company remains dedicated to empowering its channel partners, enabling vendor growth, and delivering sustainable value throughout the Middle East and Africa.
As technology continues to transform businesses and economies across the region, Red Dot Distribution remains committed to shaping the future of technology distribution through innovation, collaboration, and its vision of Techquity.
Distributed by APO Group on behalf of Red Dot Distribution.
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Hashtag: #RedDotDistribution
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About Red Dot Distribution:
Founded in 2001, Red Dot Distribution is a leading technology distributor serving the Middle East and Africa. The company connects global technology brands with an extensive network of channel partners through value-added distribution, market development, logistics, and enablement services. Guided by its vision of Techquity, Red Dot Distribution is committed to expanding access to technology, fostering growth opportunities, and delivering long-term value across the markets it serves.
As more Middle East drivers move closer to their first EV purchase, familiar SUV proportions, strong performance and practical ownership support could matter as much as the electric powertrain itself.
DUBAI, UAE – Media OutReach Newswire – 27 August 2026 – The Middle East’s EV market is growing quickly, but it remains far from saturated. Electric car sales in the region reached about 75,000 units in 2025, up more than 40% year on year, according to the International Energy Agency[1]. The UAE alone accounted for almost half of regional EV sales, while Saudi Arabia and Qatar together represented nearly 45% of regional demand.
With more buyers moving from curiosity to consideration, the next question is what makes an EV feel like a natural replacement for a conventional car. For the VinFast VF 8, the answer comes down to three things: SUV performance, a comfort-focused cabin and an ownership package that goes well beyond the showroom.
SUV performance that means business
The Middle East has a long-standing appetite for SUVs, and the VF 8 speaks that language in electric form. Its dual-motor all-wheel-drive system produces up to 402 horsepower and 620 Nm of torque in the Plus version, while the Eco delivers 349 horsepower and 500 Nm.
The numbers translate into brisk performance, with the VF 8 Plus targeting 0-100 km/h in less than 5.5 seconds and the Eco at 5.9 seconds. Both versions use an 87.7-kWh usable battery, with claimed NEDC ranges of up to 476 km for the Plus and 493 km for the Eco. DC fast charging from 10% to 70% takes a listed 31 minutes.
Going electric does not require giving up the urge to put your foot down. Actual range and performance will vary with driving style, passengers, load, tires, weather and road conditions.
A cabin that takes comfort seriously
Performance may get attention, but the cabin is where drivers spend most of their time. The VF 8 comes with a 15.6-inch infotainment display, two-zone automatic climate control, air-quality control and cabin filtration with an air ionizer.
The Plus adds 12-way powered driver’s seat adjustment with heating, ventilation and memory, alongside a heated and ventilated front passenger seat and heated, ventilated and reclining rear seats. A panoramic sunroof, heated power-adjustable steering wheel and 10-speaker audio system with a subwoofer round out the package.
The technology continues through the companion app, which supports remote vehicle controls, driver profiles, driving statistics and vehicle diagnostics. Over-the-air updates can also deliver software improvements without a workshop visit.
Ownership support that lasts beyond the test drive
A fast-growing EV market also means buyers are asking practical questions surrounding ownership: charging, servicing, repairs and battery longevity.
The VF 8 addresses those concerns with a 10-year or 200,000-km vehicle warranty and a 10-year unlimited-kilometer battery warranty. The package also includes five years or 100,000 km of free service, 24/7 mobile services and roadside assistance, access to DC fast charging and a parts supply target of 24 hours in key markets.
VinFast is also expanding the infrastructure behind that promise. At its 2026 Global Business Conference, the company signed MOUs with 29 aftersales partners, including partners serving the Middle East, and set a target of more than 1,100 service workshops globally in 2026.
For a region where EV adoption is accelerating, the VF 8 arrives with a familiar formula: SUV proportions, plenty of power and a cabin designed for comfort. The electric bit is new; the reasons to want the car are rather more familiar.
AI, XR, robotics and immersive entertainment experiences converge More than 35 activities present a three-day tech and culture carnival
HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 27 August 2026 – Cyberport’s annual flagship event, Digital Entertainment Leadership Forum 2026 (DELF 2026), will be held at Cyberport from 28 to 30 August. Under the theme “Dreamtic Circus”, this year’s forum brings together innovative applications in artificial intelligence, XR immersive technology, cultural and creative technology (ArtTech), robotics and the low-altitude economy. Through industry forums, creative workshops, interactive experiences, competitions and performances, the event will demonstrate how technology is reshaping the future of entertainment, culture and the creative industries.
The forum will cover four key areas: Digital Entertainment, Arts & Culture, Smart Living & Business, and Robotics & Drones. More than 35 interactive experiences and activities will allow the public to experience the new era of AI-driven creativity up close.
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Highlighted Experience Zones
Arts & Culture
Harbour Dreams: Hong Kong XR Adventure
Hong Kong’s first XR 6D multi-sensory immersive experience combines cinematic storytelling, local culture and XR technology. Guided by the AI panda mascot “An An”, audiences will travel through landmarks such as the Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macao Bridge, the Big Buddha and the Victoria Harbour nightscape. By wearing a VR device, participants can embark on an approximately 15-minute immersive journey enhanced by visual, audio, motion, wind, tactile and scent effects, experiencing Hong Kong’s charm from a fresh perspective.
“Another World: Fissure of Light” Immersive Interactive Art Exhibition
Presented by the Art Museum of Contemporary Culture and Technology (AMCCT), Another World: RADIANCE is an immersive interactive art exhibition extending the original Hong Kong animation IP Another World. Adapted from the Golden Horse Award-winning animation, the exhibition uses dynamic projection tracking, motion interaction and 360-degree surround soundscape technologies to transform a fantastical world at the boundary between life and death into a walk-in immersive light-and-shadow space. Audiences will follow the footsteps of the spirit guardians “Gudo” and “Yuri” through an ice lake and a corridor of reincarnation, embarking on a journey of memory, redemption and self-healing where technology meets art.
The popular Another World character “Gudo” will make surprise appearances at Cyberport during the forum, meeting and interacting with the public across the venue, allowing participants to experience the fantastical charm of Another World up close and take photos with the character.
Reveries of Ancient Egypt
Co-created by international creative teams from Hong Kong, the Netherlands, Korea and Canada, The Reveries of Ancient Egypt reinterprets ancient Egyptian civilization through art technology, leading audiences on an immersive exploration across 5,000 years of history. Through panoramic projection, cinematic music and interactive sensing technology, ancient Egyptian temples, the Nile River and iconic historical scenes come vividly to life all around participants, making them feel as if they have stepped into a mysterious ancient kingdom. Floor projections respond instantly to visitors’ footsteps, while precious archaeological imagery, giant sculptures and cultural installations together create an immersive art journey that combines history, culture and technology, allowing the public to explore the treasures of world civilization in a new way.
Digital Entertainment
ActivePlay
ActivePlay is an interactive, motion-based e-sports platform that makes physical activity fun and inclusive for all ages. Using AI camera tracking, players control games like darts, triathlon, stand-up paddleboarding, air hockey, and curling simply by moving their bodies in front of a smart TV or interactive whiteboard. Key features include real-time AI motion tracking for instant feedback, multiplayer mode for up to four players, adaptive difficulty to suit all skill levels, and a variety of game themes to keep users engaged. Its inclusive design and scalability make it ideal for schools, corporate wellness, community events, and marketing activities. How to play: Stand in front of a smart screen and use body movements – reaching, twisting, balancing – to score points. Simple, intuitive, and fun for everyone.
SkateAway Circus: The Interactive Phygital Activation
《Hug the K》’s interactive skateboard experience, “SkateAway Circus,” invites participants to choose their favourite Hug the K costumes and interact with the character on screen through their own movements. Together with 《Hug the K》 , players must overcome a series of obstacles and complete the journey to join the DELF Dreamtic Circus. Hug the K is an original IP created by Nicolas Lesaffre, a Hong Kong-based cross-media artist specialising in IP creation, animation, interactive experiences and large-scale installations. He worked with world-leading clients across China, Saudi Arabia, France, Spain and the United States. His personal IP works have also been showcased through exhibitions, collaborations and art toy events around the world.
Light Trap
Light Trap is an MR (Mixed-Reality) full-body interactive challenge game designed for Pico devices. Wearing an MR headset, players move through a real-world space and use natural body movements—such as ducking, leaning, stepping sideways, and reaching—to avoid virtual laser obstacles overlaid onto their physical surroundings while collecting energy orbs. Each level consists of four compact out-andback sections, featuring a fast-paced countdown system in which the start and finish points alternate. Players must move back and forth through the course to complete the collection objective before time runs out. Touching any laser results in an immediate failure, while the exit remains locked until every energy orb has been collected.
TVB Music Money Monster system
“Music Money Monster system” Introducing a “precise pitch and rhythm judgment” and “tiered difficulty challenge,” transforming karaoke into a rhythm game.
Agentic AI VJ system
Developed by vrch.io, the Agentic VJ System can analyse music rhythms and audience interactions in real‑time to dynamically generate continuously‑evolving AI visual effects, creating immersive audio‑visual experiences that combine sound, lighting and generative AI. The showcase also features the AI visual instrument Vibing Synth and music‑visualisation application Vibing Art, allowing participants to experience first‑hand how AI is redefining live performances and digital‑art creation.
AI Short Film/Advertisement Creation
Presented by Hong Kong Huashida Limited, this Pure AI production of live action short dramas, movie shorts,
advertising shorts, brand customized dramas and other film and television works for display. The company utilizes AI big models to develop skills and agency tools for AI short drama/advertising production, allowing audiences to personally experience and produce AI short films that meet their needs in front of AI tools.
AI animated clips generation: Turn Ideas into Animated Stories in Minutes
Presented by FizzDragon, an award‑winning AI content‑creation platform, this experience demonstrates how individual creators and businesses can rapidly turn creative ideas into complete videos powered by artificial intelligence. Participants only need to input a simple concept, and AI agents will generate storyboards, scripts, voice‑over and animated content on‑the‑spot, enabling them to experience the full creative workflow from initial inspiration to finished work. Boasting over 90 specialised AI agents, the platform supports story development, script writing and video rendering, allowing users without professional technical backgrounds to easily produce high‑quality animations and digital stories.
Beyond AI content‑creation experiences, members of the public may also join FizzDragon’s creative workshops held during the forum, Family Co-Creation: AI-Generated Short Videos. These sessions teach participants how to create characters, story plots and animated short films with AI. Attendees can also view Trace Project, an AI‑ sci‑fi short drama, to learn about the latest advancements of generative AI in film and television creation.
Smart Living & Business
LIVE4WELL – Non-Invasive AI Health Assessment
LIVE4WELL builds an AI-driven preventive health platform, integrating advanced multi-country testing technologies. With scientific assessment, digital monitoring, AI insights, and personalized plans, it enables a shift from passive treatment to proactive prevention. Its AI retinal screening uses fundus imaging to match retinal texture patterns, delivering risk grading and recommendations in 30 seconds—revealing 55 health risk factors (e.g., brain degeneration, arteriosclerosis). The stress-resilience assessment applies AI eyetracking and visual stimulation, measuring 5 mental health indices in 90 seconds (e.g., resilience, psychological and physical stress) to help users understand their stress status.
AI-Powered Intelligent Loss Prevention for Self-Checkout
Presented by DMALL Inc., the AI‑powered intelligent loss‑prevention system leverages computer vision and AI analytics to elevate security from reactive tracking to proactive protection, The system can instantly detect irregularities including missed scans, partial scans and barcode switching. It assists store staff in responding promptly via smart light signals and risk notifications. Visitors can take on the self‑checkout challenge on‑site, simulate abnormal transaction scenarios, and witness how AI completes detection and alerting in seconds, experiencing cutting‑edge smart‑retail applications.
Robotics & Drones
Combat Robot & AI Car Experience
Presented by JIN Technology, this robotic interactive experience showcases the brand’s independently‑developed core AI and robotics technologies. Participants can take direct control of the GANKER EX combat robot equipped with the patented “man‑machine synchronization” technology to experience real‑time mech battles. Children aged 4‑12 can act as young pilots and operate the GEIO kids’ competitive robot for interactive competitions. In addition, the on‑site Rocar AI interactive smart‑car enables voice conversation and real‑time responsive movements, delivering a fun‑and‑educational AI experience for parent‑child families.
Smart Mobility: Road – Air Transportation
Presented by KC Smart Mobility (KCSM), this experience showcases a new milestone for Hong Kong’s low‑altitude economy and smart transportation. The highlight of the exhibition is the EH216‑S autonomous manned eVTOL aircraft, which features autonomous navigation, zero‑carbon emissions and ultra‑low noise, demonstrating innovative applications for future aerial transport and urban mobility. Members of the public can view the aircraft up‑close, learn about flight‑control technologies and the “Smart Land‑Air Transport” concept, and explore the future blueprint for seamless integration between ground public transport and urban air mobility. Through interactive displays and photo‑check‑in activities, visitors can experience the development potential of smart cities and the low‑altitude economy.
Weekend Highlights & Performances
Beyond forum sessions and cutting‑edge tech experiences, DELF 2026 features a diverse lineup of film screenings, creative workshops, live performances and character meet‑and‑greet activities, offering the public a weekend‑long entertainment feast where technology and creativity converge.
Exclusive Performance @ DELF
XODIAC: Cosmic Code
Experience XODIAC’s high-energy K-pop spectacular, blending fiery charisma, romantic charm with powerful music and choreography in a fantastical journey beyond the stars.
Drone Cirque: A Circus in the Air
Immerse yourself in a playful indoor circus of light and motion featuring synchronised mini-drones that bring innovation and imagination to life.
Time
29 Aug (Sat)
15:00 – 15:35
Date & Time
29 Aug (Sat)
16:00
17:00
30 Aug (Sun)
16:00
17:00
Venue
CyberArena, Cyberport Arcade
Venue
CyberArena, Cyberport Arcade
Catch “Gudo” at DELF!
Meet “Gudo” from “Another World”, making surprise appearances throughout DELF for three days.
Time
28 Aug (Fri)
29 Aug (Sat)
30 Aug (Sun)
11:30-12:00
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G/F, The Arcade
13:00-13:30
Food Court, 4/F, The Arcade
Food Court, 4/F, The Arcade
Food Court, 4/F, The Arcade
14:00-14:30
CyberArena, The Arcade
G/F, The Arcade
Multifunction Hall, Level 2, Cyberport 5
15:00-15:30
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Shop 311, 3/F, The Arcade
Shop 311, 3/F, The Arcade
16:00-16:30
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Multifunction Hall, Level 2, Cyberport 5
Multifunction Hall, Level 2, Cyberport 5
Hong Kong’s first eVTOL Trial Flight Demo
Public can witness HongKong’s first eVTOL Trial Flight Demo, discover the future of low-altitude mobility and aviation technology.
Time
28 Aug (Fri)
14:30
15:30
16:30
29 Aug (Sat)
10:30
11:30
12:30
14:30
15:30
16:30
30 Aug (Sun)
10:30
11:30
12:30
14:30
15:30
16:30
Venue
Waterfront Park, Cyberport
Selected Workshops
29 Aug (Sat)
15:00 – 16:00
Family Co-Creation: AI-Generated Short Videos
Led by the FizzDragon team, this workshop uses fun fill‑in‑the‑blanks prompts. Children aged 6 or above take on the role of AI directors and co‑create AI‑animated short videos and commemorative group photos together with their parents.
29 Aug (Sat) & 30 Aug (Sun)
15:00 – 16:30
AI+XR Game Making Experience Class (Official Training)
Using the QuestXR platform, participants design and build interactive XR games from scratch. Children aged 6 or above will learn AI applications, character design, game logic and digital content creation.
Weekend Movie Marathon
During the event, Cyberport MCL Cinema will screen a selection of local animations, AI‑produced films and innovative audiovisual works, allowing the public to experience firsthand the brand‑new possibilities that artificial intelligence brings to film and television creation.
Movie
Date
Time
Venue
Highlight
A Thousand-Year Promise Fulfilled
29 Aug (Sat)
12:00
House 3
Local original IP animation
Trace Project
29 Aug (Sat)
15:00
House 4
Singapore’s first Mars-themed AIGC sci-fi short drama
To a Beautiful Time Gone By
30 Aug (Sun)
13:00
House 3
Selected local animation
Selected Screening of AI‑Produced Animations and Short Films
Date: 30 Aug (Sun)
Venue: House 4, Cyberport MCL Cinema
Time
Project
Type
15:00
Tai Lung Fung – Full Throttle Kitchen
Future Animation: 3rd AI-assisted animation production support scheme
15:19
Tuen Min Vs. Tin Shui Wai
Future Animation: 3rd AI-assisted animation production support scheme
13:37
Cirkillation
Future Animation: 3rd AI-assisted animation production support scheme
13:54
Project J
2nd HKUST AI Film Festival Selected Projects
16:08
In a Second
2nd HKUST AI Film Festival Selected Projects
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About Hong Kong Cyberport
Wholly owned by the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) Government, Cyberport is Hong Kong’s digital tech hub and AI accelerator, with a vision to empower industry digitalisation and intelligent transformation, to promote digital economy and AI development, and to foster Hong Kong to be an international AI, innovation and technology (I&T) hub. Cyberport gathers over 2,400 companies, including 29 listed companies and 10 unicorns. One-third of onsite companies’ founders come from 28 countries and regions, while Cyberport companies have expanded to over 35 global markets.
Cyberport, with Hong Kong’s largest AI Supercomputing Centre and AI Lab as the engine, has been building the AI ecosystem with industry-leading AI companies and over 500 AI and data science start-ups. Through development of tech clusters, namely AI, data science, blockchain and cybersecurity, Cyberport empowers industries across smart city and government, banking and finance, digital entertainment, culture and tourism, healthcare, education and training, property management, construction, transportation and logistics, green environment and more, while hosting Hong Kong’s largest FinTech community. Commissioned by the HKSAR Government, Cyberport has implemented proof-of-concept and sandbox schemes, subsidisation for digital tech adoption, industry tech training and start-up incubation, to drive technology R&D, translation and commercialisation, thus propelling digital transformation and intelligent upgrade across industry and society.
Also as “State-level Scientific and Technological Enterprise Incubator” and Hong Kong’s key incubator, Cyberport supports entrepreneurs with funding and office space, extensive networks of enterprises, investors, technology corporations and professional services for business growth and expansion to Chinese Mainland and overseas markets, all-round facilitation for landing in Hong Kong, talent attraction and cultivation, ready as a launchpad to take start-ups in any stages of development to the next level.
IFPHK x YF Life: Hong Kong–Macau Retirement Expense Indexrises to 131.6 — Monthly Spending Reaches HK$15,090
Retiree Living Costs Have Risen Nearly 3 Times Faster Than General Inflation Since 2020
HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 27 August 2026 – The Institute of Financial Planners of Hong Kong (IFPHK), in collaboration with YF Life Trustees Ltd. (YF Life Trustees), today launched the “IFPHK x YF Life: Hong Kong–Macau Retirement Expense Index” (Index). While the Index has been tracking retiree living expenses since its inception in 2020, this year marks the first time IFPHK and YF Life Trustees have partnered to expand the study to cover both Hong Kong and Macau, providing a broader regional benchmark.
The findings show that retiree inflation in Hong Kong has continued to outpace general inflation. The Index rose to 131.6 in 2026, up from 127.0 in 2023 and 100 in 2020, while average monthly spending increased to about HK$15,090 in 2026. On an annualised basis, the Hong Kong Retirement Expense Index grew by more than 5% per annumfrom November 2020 to May 2026, compared with about 1.8% per annum for Hong Kong’s Composite CPI over the same period, showing that retiree living costs have effectively appreciated close to three times faster than Hong Kong’s general Composite CPI over the same period, underscoring how retirement-specific inflation — driven by travel and dining — is materially outpacing headline price trends.
Furthermore, the study reveals that more than 72% of retirees carry at least one regret regarding their retirement preparation. Most commonly, respondents feel they should have started saving or investing earlier and learned about financial planning sooner, while many continue to express concerns about medical costs, inflation, longevity risk and the risk of outliving their savings.
Dr. Paris Yeung, Chief Executive Officer of IFPHK, stated: “The findings show that satisfaction alone does not mean retirees are fully prepared. More than 72% say they have regrets, and the most common regrets point clearly to the need to start saving, investing and planning earlier. At the same time, retiree inflation has been rising faster than headline inflation, which means future retirees need more robust and flexible plans to protect their purchasing power over time. Through this expanded collaboration with YF Life, we aim to provide deeper regional insights to help future retirees plan with greater confidence.”
He added: “Turning regret into action requires starting earlier, integrating healthcare protection into retirement planning, viewing MPF as a steady retirement paycheck, and engaging qualified financial planners to address estate planning gaps. More importantly, retirement planning should shift from a rigid, set-and-forget approach to a flexible plan that adapts to each retiree’s evolving needs—what we call moving from a ‘fixed plan’ to a ‘flexible, evolving strategy’. Our goal is to help future retirees achieve sustainable and wellplanned golden years.”
Mr. Alvin Tse, Chief Executive Officer of YF Life Trustees, stated: “As the exclusive Project Sponsor of this expanded regional study, YF Life is proud to collaborate with IFPHK on this critical benchmark for Hong Kong and Macau. The 2026 data clearly shows that while retirees desire active lifestyles, they are heavily squeezed by medical inflation and the fear of outliving their wealth. To bridge this gap, retirees must shift away from viewing retirement savings as a static lump sum. By maximizing the flexibility of the MPF through phased withdrawals and mixed-asset strategies, alongside pairing them with lifetime annuity-style income streams and robust medical protection, individuals can effectively convert accumulated assets into a predictable, lifelong paycheck. True financial peace of mind comes from building an integrated fortress that safeguards against both market volatility and longevity risk.”
Key Highlights of the Study:
Retiree Inflation Has Outpaced General Inflation: The Index rose from 100 in 2020 to 131.6 in 2026, with average monthly retiree expenses increasing to about HK$15,090 and the Index growing at more than 5% per annum versus about 1.8% for Hong Kong’s Composite CPI for the same period. This escalation is driven partly by travelling and cross‑boundary transport—with roughly four out of five retirees visiting GBA Mainland cities and spending about RMB 1,100 per trip. This suggests that general inflation figures may understate retirees’ actual cash‑flow needs, highlighting the importance of planning for inflation‑protected retirement income and periodically rebasing budgets using a retiree‑specific living expense index rather than general CPI so they can maintain their intended post‑retirement lifestyle.
Retirees’ Satisfaction Masks Ongoing Financial Anxiety and Planning Gaps: Although many retirees report being satisfied with their current retirement life, concerns remain widespread, with 51% worrying about unexpected medical expenses, 41% about inflation and 77% still lacking any form of estate or asset planning. This suggests that retirees should turn present satisfaction into future resilience by building healthcare and contingency reserves, setting clear drawdown rules to manage longevity risk, and putting in place basic estate and incapacity documents such as wills, enduring powers of attorney and advance directives well before potential health or family crises arise.
Conservative Spending but Widespread Regret—Especially Among Asset‑Rich Retirees Actual retirement spending remains conservative, with average retirement expenses in 2026 equal to about 49% of pre‑retirement income. Yet more than 72% of retirees say they would have done something differently in preparing for retirement, most notably saving or investing earlier, learning financial planning earlier and communicating more openly with family about money and care needs. This pattern emphasizes that future retirees should start disciplined saving, investing and family financial discussions much earlier, even when their asset position appears comfortable.
MPF Transitioning Toward Income Support: While most eligible retirees still treat MPF as a lump sum, with about 76% having fully withdrawn their benefits in 2026, the scheme is gradually shifting toward an income‑support role, as 22% now use MPF to fund monthly expenses, up from 12% in 2023. Retirees are encouraged to treat MPF as part of a structured retirement income strategy, considering phased withdrawals, annuity‑style income solutions, and planned drawdowns rather than a single cash‑out, converting accumulated MPF assets into a more predictable and sustainable retirement paycheck.
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About “IFPHK x YF Life: Hong Kong–Macau Retirement Expense Index”
The “IFPHK x YF Life: Hong Kong–Macau Retirement Expense Index” was jointly launched in 2026 by the Institute of Financial Planners of Hong Kong (IFPHK) and YF Life Insurance International Limited. Since 2020, the Index has been the only long-term, retirement-specific benchmark tracking retirees’ actual living expenses. As the first study of its kind by IFPHK, the Index tracks and measures long-term changes in retirees’ actual living expenses with reference to the Composite Consumer Price Index (CPI) and the expenditure weightings published by the Government.
In the Hong Kong survey conducted in June 2026, NielsenIQ (NIQ) interviewed 304 retirees aged 55 to 74 with monthly personal income of at least HK$20,000 before retirement and not receiving means-tested social security or charitable support.
About IFPHK
IFPHK was established in June 2000 as a non-profit organization for the fast–growing financial industry. The Institute is the sole licensing body in Hong Kong authorized by Financial Planning Standards Board Limited to grant the much-coveted and internationally recognized CFP® certification and AFP® certification to qualified financial planning professionals in Hong Kong and Macau. Currently there are more than 236,000 CFP certificants in 29 regions; the majority of these professionals are in the U.S., China, Japan, Canada and Brazil. As at 28 February 2026, Hong Kong had approximately 3,238 CFP certificants.
At present, IFPHK has 5,298 members in Hong Kong including 956 Qualified Retirement Adviser (QRA) holders; and represents financial planning practitioners in diverse professional backgrounds such as banking, insurance, independent financial advisory, stock broking, accounting, and legal services.
About YF Life Trustees Ltd. & YF Life
YF Life Trustees is a member of YF Life Insurance International Limited (YF Life), and was among the first group of institutions approved as a Mandatory Provident Fund (MPF) scheme trustee. The company specializes in providing MPF services and is committed to creating long-term value for its scheme members.
The major indirect shareholders* of YF Life Insurance International Limited (“YF Life”) include Massachusetts Mutual Life Insurance Company (“MassMutual”), which itself has over 170 years of experience and is one of the Five Largest US Life Insurance Companies**, as well as Yunfeng Financial Holdings Limited, among others. YF Life is a long-term strategic partner of Barings. We stay at the forefront of Hong Kong’s insurance industry with our superior global investment capabilities, extensive partnership network, and fintech innovation.
* MassMutual and Yunfeng Financial Holdings Limited have indirect shareholdings in YF Life. ** The “Five Largest US Life Insurance Companies” are ranked according to the results of “Insurance: Life, Health (Mutual)” and “Insurance: Life, Health (Stock)”on total revenues for 2025, and based on the FORTUNE 500 as published on June 3, 2026.
HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 27 August 2026 – HKT (SEHK: 6823) – HKT Payment Limited[1], HKT’s financial services arm, has been selected by Hong Kong’s financial regulators to participate in the Generative Artificial Intelligence (GenA.I.) Sandbox++ initiative and conduct a pilot trial on registration and verification for AI agent-initiated payment flows, helping to advance responsible innovation in Hong Kong’s financial sector.
As AI agents rapidly gain traction in financial services, they are becoming capable of initiating payments, wallet top-ups, peer-to-peer transfers, and cross-institution transactions on behalf of users. Yet, current Know Your Customer (KYC) and Know Your Business (KYB) frameworks were not designed to address the verification of AI agents or determine who is ultimately responsible for their actions.
In collaboration with Red Date Technology, a provider of decentralised technology and digital infrastructure, HKT will develop an “Agentic ID” framework built on Decentralised Identifiers (DIDs) and Verifiable Credentials (VCs). Under this framework, each AI agent will be bound to a verified individual or enterprise principal, providing a more secured and standardised way to register and verify AI agents acting on behalf of individuals and enterprises.
Designed to strengthen security and governance, the “Agentic ID” framework aims to enhance identity verification, help mitigate the risk of impersonation or unauthorised actions, and establish a clearer audit trail for AI-driven transactions. It also leverages the zero-knowledge proof technology, which enables data to be verified and used without being revealed, giving users full ownership and control over their private information.
Monita Leung, CEO, Digital Ventures, HKT, said, “As the adoption of AI agents in payments and financial services is accelerating, robust safeguards are critical to maintaining trust, security and accountability. Through participating in the GenA.I. Sandbox++ initiative, we are committed to supporting the development of practical solutions for the responsible use of AI in digital finance. We believe this project will contribute to Hong Kong’s vision in establishing a resilient and future-ready fintech hub, as well as advancing the broader ‘AI+’ initiative.”
Launched by the Hong Kong Monetary Authority, the Securities and Futures Commission, the Insurance Authority and the Mandatory Provident Fund Schemes Authority in collaboration with Cyberport, the Gen A.I. Sandbox++ initiative promotes cross-sector collaboration and the responsible adoption of AI across Hong Kong’s financial ecosystem.
[1] HKT Payment Limited (Stored Value Facilities Licence Number: SVF0002)
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About HKT
HKT is a technology, media, and telecommunications leader with more than 150 years of history in Hong Kong. As the city’s true 5G provider, HKT connects businesses and people locally and globally. Our end-to-end enterprise solutions make us a market-leading digital transformation partner of choice for businesses, whereas our comprehensive connectivity and smart living offerings enrich people’s lives and cater for their diverse needs for work, entertainment, education, well-being, and even a sustainable low-carbon lifestyle. Together with our digital ventures which support digital economy development and help connect Hong Kong to the world as an international financial centre, HKT endeavours to contribute to smart city development and help our community tech forward.
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About Red Date Technology
Red Date Technology is a leading Hong Kong-headquartered technology provider specialising in blockchain infrastructure, decentralised identity solutions, and next-generation financial technology. The company’s Agentic ID framework and Unified Agentic Payment Gateway represent its latest innovation in enabling trustworthy AI agent transactions within regulated financial ecosystems.
Registration extended to 14 September 2026 following strong global response, giving more traders the opportunity to compete
HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 27 August 2026 – ATFX World Trading Cup is under way, bringing together new and existing ATFX clients from around the world to compete for a USD 210,000 cash prize pool. Eligible traders can register through the Client Portal until 14 September 2026, giving them time to join the competition as it progresses through its regional stages towards the World Finals.
Under the theme, “Fight for Your Region. Trade for the Crown.”, ATFX World Trading Cup puts trading performance at the centre of the trading competition. Traders compete across multiple stages, with rankings determined by Profit % Return. This approach rewards strategic growth rather than the size of a trader’s starting capital, helping to create a more level basis for competition.
To take part, traders must open a live trading account, complete verification, and register through the Client Portal with the required minimum deposit. Tournament is open to eligible new and existing ATFX clients who want to test their skills against traders from their regions and beyond.
ATFX World Trading Cup runs across three stages: Regional Qualifiers from 17 August to 2 October, Regional Finals from 14 October to 13 November, and World Finals in December 2026. Each stage raises the stakes as participants compete for progression to the World Finals.
The journey culminates in a live finale in Hong Kong, where the elite Top 3 from each region will win an all-expenses-paid trip to compete against the best of the best. The ultimate World Champion will claim a USD 100,000 grand prize, with an additional USD 60,000 distributed among the finalists.
Eligible traders can register for ATFX World Trading Cup until 14 September 2026. Full terms and conditions, including eligibility criteria, are available at https://www.atfx.com/en/promotions/world-trading-cup. Hashtag: #ATFX #ATFXWorldTradingCup #WorldTradingCup #TradingCompetition
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About ATFX
ATFX is a leading global fintech broker with a local presence in 24 locations and holds 10 regulatory licences and authorisations, including UK’s FCA, Australia’s ASIC, Cyprus’ CySEC, the UAE’s CMA, Hong Kong’s SFC, South Africa’s FSCA. With a strong commitment to customer satisfaction, innovative technology, and strict regulatory compliance, ATFX delivers exceptional trading experiences to clients worldwide.
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