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Five million registered users and returning production teams underpin the company’s move beyond video marketing

SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 9 October 2026 – A filmmaker can have a script ready for years and still lack the resources to produce it. A story might call for a collapsing building, an unfamiliar world or a location that would be costly or unsafe to film. For smaller production teams, those scenes can determine whether a project moves forward at all.

Singapore-headquartered Topview AI launched Film Studio in July 2026 to help creators develop standalone AI short films. The tool extends the company’s video creation platform beyond marketing content and episodic dramas into a filmmaking workflow where creators can plan, generate and refine connected scenes.

Topview AI has accumulated five million registered users across its platform. The company says 40% of its users create AI films and dramas, while approximately one million videos are generated daily across all its video creation tools. These platform-wide figures reflect the company’s expanding use among filmmakers alongside its existing users, including e-commerce sellers, brands and content creators.

Giving filmmakers control over connected scenes

A creator can begin with a film idea or script and use an AI agent to develop the visual direction for a project. Within Film Studio, they can plan shots, build visual references and generate scenes in a shared workspace. They can then adjust the framing and movement of a camera, compose a shot in 3D, refine a character’s expression or change the lighting before reviewing the result alongside other scenes.

That level of control matters when a film needs more than one striking clip. A director might need an establishing shot of a fictional city, a close-up of a character reacting to danger and a wider shot showing what happens next. Film Studio lets the creator work through those decisions shot by shot, keeping the visual material together as the film takes shape. Its editing tools also allow parts of generated footage to be revised without rebuilding the entire clip.

For smaller teams, these controls offer a way to explore scenes that would otherwise require physical sets, specialist locations or extensive visual effects. Creators can test different visual approaches and refine their choices as they develop the film, while retaining responsibility for the story and the final output.

Topview AI’s Drama Studio serves a related but different purpose. Built for episodic and multi-part stories, it helps creators plan beat sheets, character personalities, recurring characters, environments and continuity across episodes. Film Studio is intended for a standalone short film, with closer control over individual shots and their visual execution.

“The first wave of AI video showed how quickly a clip could be made. For filmmakers, the harder question is whether they can direct the technology across a complete story,” said Jensen Wu, CEO and Co-Founder of Topview AI. “The creators we work with already have their own ideas and a clear sense of what they want audiences to see. They need tools that help them make production decisions and bring those ideas to screen. There will still be limitations to solve, but the need to make ambitious stories with finite resources is not going away.”

From online series to feature-film production

The company’s collaborations with production teams began with Drama Studio and have since expanded to studios using Film Studio. In its collaborations, Topview AI provides access to its tools and platform credits, while creators develop their own concepts, make the creative decisions and publish their work on their own channels.

Those collaborations have resulted in published series. Hieu AI Media used Drama Studio for Episode 3 and Episode 4 of its action series Green Lightning. Both episodes have passed 200,000 views on YouTube. AZF Studio’s NEON TIDE EP.1, a science-fiction series set after a kaiju catastrophe, is an official AZF and Topview series made using Drama Studio.

Topview AI is also being used in feature-film production. DRagon Studios is using Topview AI as part of its production workflow. The studio plans a December premiere in London’s West End, followed by a limited theatrical release across the UK.

In feedback shared with Topview AI, DRagon Studios said the technology had changed the direction of its business. The studio is now exploring plans for a production facility centred on Topview. Its completed feature film provides a further example of how production teams are incorporating the platform into work intended for audiences beyond online video channels.

Continued use beyond the first project

Topview AI says production teams have returned to its tools for further projects, with other production houses preparing to release work later this year. For the company, returning users and completed productions provide evidence of how its tools are being incorporated into filmmaking workflows.

AI filmmaking still faces questions about the consistency of characters and performances, as well as the rights of creative contributors. Topview AI believes the technology’s lasting role will depend on how well filmmakers can direct it and whether the finished work meets their standards. The company’s focus is on giving creators greater control over production, while the creative decisions remain with the people making the film.

For more information about Topview AI and its filmmaking tools, visit the Topview AI website, Film Studio and Drama Studio.

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About Topview AI

Topview AI is a Singapore-headquartered AI video creation platform serving creators, businesses and production teams globally. Its tools include solutions for marketing video creation, episodic storytelling through Drama Studio and standalone short-film production through Film Studio.

DAVIS, US – Media OutReach Newswire – 9 October 2026 – BINGXUE, a mass-market tea beverage brand from Shandong, has opened its first U.S. store in Davis, California. After expanding into Southeast Asia, Central Asia, Africa, and other international markets, the brand has officially entered North America, marking another milestone in its global expansion. Backed by years of investment in supply chain capabilities, international compliance, and overseas store operations, BINGXUE is accelerating its international expansion and bringing Chinese tea beverages to consumers around the world.

On October 2, BINGXUE officially opened its first U.S. store in Davis, California, drawing strong foot traffic and sustained crowds throughout the day. From the moment the store opened, large numbers of local consumers gathered to explore the brand and line up for their favorite products. The line stretched more than 50 meters along the street, creating a striking new consumer destination in the neighborhood. Several signature soft serve and beverage products sold out within half a day, while customer traffic remained consistently high throughout the day, with staff working at full capacity to serve customers. According to store data, more than 1,000 beverages were sold on opening day, quickly generating strong consumer interest in the local market. The store quickly became a popular new destination in Davis, with many local residents sharing their visits on social media and generating widespread local buzz.

The grand opening also received significant attention and support from local government and business representatives. Davis Mayor Donna Neville attended the ribbon-cutting ceremony in person, joining the BINGXUE team to mark the official opening of the brand’s first North American store. Following the ceremony, Mayor Neville visited the store to learn more about BINGXUE’s ingredient standards, product portfolio, and global supply chain, and sampled several of the brand’s signature tea beverages. The beverages were well received for their quality and refreshing flavors, further strengthening BINGXUE’s connection with the local community and highlighting its growing presence in the market. The warm and engaging exchange throughout the event helped bring the brand closer to the local community and support its deeper integration into the North American market.

Representatives from the local chamber of commerce also attended the grand opening to congratulate the BINGXUE team and engaged in in-depth discussions with the brand on topics including localized operations, integration into the local business community, and opportunities for community collaboration. The recognition and welcome from the local business community provide a strong foundation for BINGXUE to establish a long-term presence in California.

This achievement reflects the brand’s long-term investment in supply chain development, compliance systems, and product localization. Although its first U.S. store opened only this year, BINGXUE began preparing for FDA requirements related to relevant ingredients three years ago, while its supply chain planning started even earlier. The company has spent years preparing its ingredients, certifications, production processes, and compliance systems for the U.S. market. The launch of its first store was therefore the result of long-term planning rather than a short-term market test.

Founded in Shandong in 2014, BINGXUE began its international expansion in 2023. In just three years, the brand has entered 18 countries and regions, with more than 5,000 contracted stores worldwide. Of these, more than 2,000 are overseas, with over 1,500 overseas stores already in operation, while the overseas store closure rate remains below 1%. From Southeast Asia to North America, BINGXUE continues to expand its global footprint.

BINGXUE’s global expansion strategy did not begin simply with opening stores overseas. It began with the long-term development of its brand, supply chain, and international compliance capabilities. BINGXUE is the first Shandong-based tea beverage brand to enter the U.S. market. Its ability to establish a presence in one of the world’s most competitive consumer markets, with stringent market-entry requirements, demonstrates the strength of its broader business and operational capabilities.

On the product side, BINGXUE offers a diversified portfolio spanning fresh fruit teas, milk teas, signature soft serve, yogurt smoothies, and other categories to cater to different tastes and consumption occasions. According to research by Champ Consulting, BINGXUE’s matcha soft serve ranks No. 1 globally in sales.

In terms of store experience, BINGXUE’s new 8.0 store format enhances customer engagement through a five-senses approach and premium aesthetics, while maintaining the same pricing structure and continuing its positioning of “premium experience at accessible prices.” The choice of Davis for its first U.S. store was not a simple replication of its domestic model, but a decision based on the city’s university ecosystem and young consumer base, supported by localized adjustments.

Many may ask why BINGXUE chose Davis rather than a major city such as Los Angeles or San Francisco for its first U.S. store. The answer lies in the character of the city itself.

Davis is one of the birthplaces of the U.S. “Farm-to-Fork” movement, where local ingredients and sustainable agriculture are deeply embedded in everyday life. UC Davis is consistently recognized as a leading institution in agriculture and food science. This strong emphasis on ingredients closely aligns with BINGXUE’s “Global Flavors Season” concept, which explores source regions and local flavors.

As a classic college town, Davis has a large student and university-affiliated population, while its diverse and open-minded community provides a strong audience for new-style tea beverages. Rather than competing for traffic in a major metropolitan market, BINGXUE positioned its first store close to consumers who value ingredients and are willing to try new products. In Davis’s competitive tea beverage market, the brand has also differentiated itself through accessible pricing and distinctive flavors that resonate with local consumers.

Successful international expansion for a tea beverage brand depends on far more than store operations. It requires an integrated system covering ingredients, production, certification, warehousing, logistics, and training. BINGXUE established its own factory as early as 2018. In August 2026, the BINGXUE Industrial Park officially opened in Qihe, Shandong, with a total investment of RMB 660 million, integrating manufacturing, R&D, training, and supply chain operations.

The industrial park includes production facilities covering key product categories such as powdered beverages, juices and jams, tea, and dairy products, supported by an R&D center and business training system. Together, these capabilities form an integrated chain spanning raw-material production, product development, staff training, warehousing, logistics, and store operations. More than 80% of BINGXUE’s raw materials are currently supplied by its own factories.

The company has also established a three-tier logistics network consisting of central warehouses, regional warehouses, and partner warehouses, supporting stores worldwide through domestic warehousing, overseas warehouses, and localized production.

Meanwhile, to meet food safety and production requirements across different countries and regions, BINGXUE has continued to strengthen its international compliance capabilities and has obtained six international certifications and related qualifications, including Halal, ISO 22000, HACCP, and FDA-related certifications and approvals. From factories to overseas warehouses, and from ingredient certification to store training, BINGXUE is gradually converting years of industrial investment into overseas operating capabilities.

For BINGXUE, international expansion also means building a supply chain capable of supporting operations across different markets. The company has taken a more asset-intensive approach, building the infrastructure and capabilities needed to support its expansion into the U.S. market.

The first U.S. store is only the beginning. A second U.S. location is already in development and is expected to open on Oxnard Boulevard in California. As Jiang Huabei, founder and general manager of BINGXUE, said, “The overseas market offers greater room for growth than the domestic market. If you decide to enter it, the goal should not be simply to test the waters, but to build for the long term, develop the market thoroughly, and meet unmet consumer needs.”

Going forward, BINGXUE will continue to build on its supply chain capabilities, focus on product development, and strengthen localized operations as it steadily advances toward its goal of reaching 10,000 stores worldwide within three years. With its entry into North America, BINGXUE is bringing Chinese tea beverages to more consumers around the world and opening a new chapter in the international expansion of Chinese tea culture.

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KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 9 October 2026 – Sunway Medical Centre Damansara (SMCD), the fourth tertiary hospital under Sunway Healthcare Group (SHG), celebrated its Official Launch Ceremony on 1 October 2026, marking a significant milestone since commencing operations in December 2024.

Strategically located in Kota Damansara, SMCD serves communities across the Klang Valley, with a greater focus on the northern, northwestern and western regions. The hospital was established to bring high-quality specialist healthcare closer to these growing communities, while also serving local patients, expatriates and international health tourists seeking care in Malaysia.

Officiating the ceremony, the Chief Minister of Selangor YAB Dato’ Seri Amirudin bin Shari, said that the establishment of private hospitals such as SMCD supports the state’s Rancangan Selangor Kedua (RS-2) development plans to build a state that is caring, livable, sustainable and resilient.

“The healthcare needs of our population are becoming more complex. An ageing population, the growing burden of non-communicable diseases and increasing demand for specialized care require us to continuously strengthen the capacity and capabilities of our healthcare system. For this reason, the State Government welcomes investments that strengthen healthcare capacity and increase accessibility to quality healthcare,” he said.

Speaking at the ceremony, Dato’ Lau Beng Long, President of Sunway Healthcare Group, said, “Sunway Medical Centre Damansara brings together a comprehensive range of specialties and subspecialties, supported by advanced diagnostic and therapeutic medical technologies, including AI-enabled and robotic-assisted solutions. As the hospital continues to grow, we are focused on deepening these capabilities and strengthening multidisciplinary care, so that patients can access more complex treatments closer to home.

“Looking ahead, we are evaluating the next phase of SMCD’s development, with approximately four acres earmarked for future expansion. Our proposed plans include a standalone Sunway Sanctuary focused on senior living and a dedicated Cancer and Nuclear Medicine Centre.

“The proposed Cancer and Nuclear Medicine Centre is envisioned to incorporate advanced diagnostic and treatment capabilities, including a cyclotron, PET-CT, linear accelerators and CT simulator, as well as Proton Beam Therapy Centre, which would be the first of its kind in Malaysia. These proposed plans reflect our long-term vision to develop SMCD into a more comprehensive healthcare destination, bringing advanced and specialised care for Malaysians and international patients.”

Beyond strengthening its clinical capabilities, SMCD continues to improve accessibility and convenience for the surrounding community. The new ramp connecting Persiaran Surian to Jalan PJU 5/1 provides more direct access to SMCD and Bandar Sunway Damansara. Meanwhile, a link bridge to Sunway Nexis connects patients, visitors and the surrounding community to Surian MRT station, as well as nearby retail, dining and lifestyle amenities, complementing the hospital’s broader efforts to bring advanced healthcare closer to the communities it serves.

In line with Malaysia’s growing healthcare tourism economy, SMCD is also well positioned to serve medical tourists by virtue of its location within an integrated township, giving patients and accompanying family members convenient access to various amenities. Its connectivity further supports international access, with Subang Airport located nearby and KLIA accessible via a direct drive along the North-South Expressway.

The hospital’s International Patient Centre supports patients throughout their healthcare journey, with dedicated nurses and translators assisting with specialist appointments, treatment coordination, admissions and communication. SMCD also serves the expatriate community living and working in Malaysia, providing access to specialist care, preventive health services, advanced surgery, rehabilitation and multidisciplinary treatment within the Klang Valley.

Reflecting on the hospital’s journey, Jasmine Lau Mooi Hun, Chief Executive Officer of SMCD, said, “In a relatively short period, SMCD has grown tremendously in both the breadth of services we provide and the trust that patients, partners and the wider community have placed in us.

“This progress reflects the dedication of our people and the support of our healthcare partners and stakeholders. As we enter our next phase of growth, we remain committed to strengthening our capabilities, enhancing the patient experience and making comprehensive specialist care more accessible to the communities we serve.”

SMCD achieved its first EBITDA-positive month within nine months of commencing operations, reflecting its strong operational performance and clinical capabilities, and significantly outperforming the industry’s typical ramp-up period of three to five years.

Building on this strong foundation, SMCD will continue to expand its continuum of care. The hospital will be complemented by ambulatory services at Sunway Specialist Centre Damansara, located across the road, and the planned opening of the Sunway Traditional Chinese Medicine Centre in the first quarter of 2027.

Together, these services will form a more holistic and integrated healthcare ecosystem, while SMCD continues to strengthen the quality, efficiency and coordination of care to deliver better health outcomes.

To learn more about Sunway Medical Centre Damansara and its services, visit www.sunwaymedicaldamansara.com.my.

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Sunway Medical Centre Damansara (SMCD), located in Kota Damansara, is the fourth tertiary hospital under Sunway Healthcare Group. With a capacity of more than 300 beds, 60 specialist consultation suites and eight operating theatres, SMCD is a multidisciplinary tertiary hospital designed to provide comprehensive and integrated care across a broad range of specialties and subspecialties.

SMCD offers an extensive range of clinical services across areas including Cardiology, Neurosciences, Gastroenterology & Hepatology, Orthopaedics & Spine, Oncology, Ear, Nose & Throat, Paediatrics, Obstetrics & Gynaecology, Urology, and Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery, among others. Its clinical services are supported by advanced diagnostic and therapeutic medical technologies, including AI-enabled and robotic-assisted solutions, enabling greater precision, more complex interventions and coordinated multidisciplinary care.

As part of Sunway Healthcare Group, SMCD is supported by the Group’s growing healthcare network.

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BANGKOK, THAILAND – Media OutReach Newswire – 8 October 2026 – International recognition may first bring a hotel to travellers’ attention, but earning that recognition year after year carries greater significance, particularly for those who value quality and consistency in every stay. ONYX Hospitality Group, a management company specialising in hotels, resorts, serviced apartments and residences across Asia-Pacific, announces that Oriental Residence Bangkok, a hotel under its management, has been awarded One MICHELIN Key for 2026, marking its third consecutive year of recognition since 2024. The achievement reflects the hotel’s commitment to maintaining high standards and consistently delivering an exceptional stay experience.

The MICHELIN Key recognises hotels that offer exceptional stay experiences, assessed against five universal criteria: excellence in architecture and interior design; quality and consistency of service; individual personality and overall character; value for money; and a meaningful contribution to the experience of the surrounding neighbourhood or destination. Together, these criteria demonstrate that a memorable stay is shaped by far more than the beauty of a property alone; it is the result of different elements coming together to create an overall experience. At Oriental Residence Bangkok, this is expressed through a distinctive residential experience centred on elegance, privacy and intuitive care that responds to each guest’s individual needs.

Three Years of Recognition, Beyond the First Impression

Receiving One MICHELIN Key for the third consecutive year places Oriental Residence Bangkok among the hotels in Thailand recognised internationally for an exceptional stay experience. The achievement also reflects the dedication of the hotel team in maintaining consistently high standards of service.

Alongside its One MICHELIN Key distinction, Oriental Residence Bangkok is also a member of Small Luxury Hotels of the World (SLH), reflecting the hotel’s distinctive identity and thoughtful approach to service. Together, these recognitions reflect the strong foundation of quality on which the hotel continues to build and evolve its guest experience in response to changing traveller expectations.

For ONYX Hospitality Group, the recognition reflects a management approach that places equal importance on maintaining standards and preserving each brand’s individual character. Drawing on its experience and expertise, the Group develops services that respond to different guest needs, ensuring each journey is supported with the right level of care while maintaining a consistent quality of experience.

For travellers choosing a hotel for a relaxing break, whether for a weekend away, time with family or a stay that calls for added comfort and convenience, the choice may be about more than simply discovering a new place to stay. It is also about having confidence that the experience will meet their needs and make the time set aside for rest truly worthwhile. Consistent recognition therefore provides another meaningful point of reference when choosing where to stay.

One of the defining qualities of Oriental Residence Bangkok is the opportunity to unwind in a tranquil and private setting on Wireless Road while remaining in the heart of the city. Surrounded by embassies, lifestyle destinations, restaurants and key landmarks, guests can step out to experience Bangkok, meet the people who matter, or return to the calm of the hotel at their own pace. With spaces suited to both work and time together, complemented by service that respects privacy, the hotel is well suited to both short breaks and longer stays in Bangkok.

Building on Recognition, Shaping the Next Chapter of the Guest Experience

Over more than 60 years, ONYX Hospitality Group has continued to build on its hospitality expertise, bringing this foundation to Oriental Residence Bangkok through The Art of Intuitive Refinement. The concept places emphasis on elegance, privacy and care that understands each guest’s needs at different moments throughout their stay.

This experience also connects naturally with More of What You Love, ONYX Hospitality Group’s philosophy of giving guests more time for the things that matter to them, whether choosing how to spend their day, discovering the character of Bangkok, or returning to the tranquillity and privacy of the hotel.

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ONYX Hospitality Group, a reputable force in the Asia-Pacific hospitality industry, operates a collection of comprehensive yet complementary brands – Amari, OZO, Shama and Oriental Residence – catering to the distinctive needs of discerning business and leisure travellers across the region where it has deep expertise. In addition to its brand portfolio, ONYX Hospitality Group also operates additional hospitality services across spa and food & beverage. With six decades of management experience, the company extends its innovative solutions throughout the region, upholding internationally recognised standards and ensuring optimal operational manoeuvrability. By fostering enduring relationships with like-minded business partners, ONYX Hospitality Group delivers unparalleled experiences in a dynamic and competitive market, meeting the ever-evolving demands of travellers.

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HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 8 October 2026 – Schneider Electric, a global energy technology leader, concluded Innovation Summit Hong Kong 2026 today under the theme “Powering Hong Kong’s Next Era: Energy, AI and Growth.” Gathering over 800 policymakers, business executives, and market innovators, the summit explores how the rapid acceleration of artificial intelligence (AI) is driving unprecedented demand in energy, and how energy technology can bridge the gap to advance the city’s smart transformation and sustainable growth.

“We are building a complete AI ecosystem: frontier research, world-class computing infrastructure, AI-enabled public services, responsible governance framework, and a talent base that reaches every part of society,” said Kevin Choi, JP, Permanent Secretary for Innovation, Technology and Industry of the HKSAR Government. “Turning AI into real economic and social value needs industry, research institutions and the community working together. With our international connectivity and our close ties with the Mainland, Hong Kong is well placed to be your partner in this journey.”

“We are entering a defining era where energy and AI are becoming inseparable,” said Jonathan Chiu, President of Schneider Electric Hong Kong. “As demand for AI continues to surge, so too does the need for timely deployment of efficient, resilient and intelligent energy infrastructure. At Schneider Electric, we believe the future will be powered by energy intelligence, advancing the digital backbone essential to Hong Kong’s next era of sustainable growth and innovation.”

Co-innovating Hong Kong’s I&T Ecosystem

Featuring a distinguished line-up of expert speakers, the summit hosted a series of insightful panel discussions exploring how AI, innovation, and sustainability can strengthen Hong Kong’s competitiveness.

The panel discussion, “Executive Insight: Powering the Future of AI Through an Integrated Ecosystem,” brought together Steven So, Chief Operating Officer of NTT Com Asia, Terry Wong, Chief Executive Officer of Hong Kong Science and Technology Parks Corporation, and Theresa Yeung, Managing Principal, East Asia of Arup. Moderated by Simon Ng, Chief Executive Officer of Business Environment Council, the session explored the future of AI through the lens of long-term strategy, cross-sector collaboration, regulatory frameworks, and sustainability governance.

In another session, “The Sustainable Growth Imperative: Connecting Intelligence for Greater Impact,” featured Farrukh Shad, SVP, Head of Sustainability Business, APAC & MEA of Schneider Electric, Patrick Ho, Head of Sustainable Development of Swire Properties, and David Kim, Head of Sustainability of The Bank of East Asia, Limited. They shared insights on leveraging connected intelligence across operations, finance, and sustainability to drive measurable business outcomes, enhance operational resilience, and create long-term value.

The panel discussion, “Hong Kong’s Growth Engine: Technology, Partnership and Action in the Built Environment,” gatheredJohnny Cheuk, Hong Kong Executive Leader & Senior Vice President of AECOM, Donald Choi, Deputy Chairman and Managing Director of Urban Renewal Authority, Travis Kan, Director, Digital Energy, Power Products, Industrial Automation of Schneider Electric Hong Kong, and Calvin Lee Kwan, Head of Sustainability of Link Asset Management. Moderated by Grace Kwok, Director of Hong Kong Green Building Council, the session spotlighted the role of technology, collaboration, and action in unlocking the transformative potential of Hong Kong’s built environment, particularly the Northern Metropolis.

Reaffirming Schneider Electric’s commitment to fostering a robust and diverse I&T ecosystem, the summit was also supported by a range of industry associations.

Powering Growth with Energy Technologies

At the summit, Schneider Electric showcased how its latest energy technologies can help businesses enhance efficiency and strengthen resilience while supporting Hong Kong’s journey toward carbon neutrality by 2050.

Buildings: Transforming into Strategic Business Assets

EcoStruxure™ Foresight Operation, an AI-powered platform that unifies operations across energy, power, and building management for real-time optimization and predictive insights, can boost operational efficiency by up to 50%.

EV Charging: Electrifying Private Vehicles, Commercial Fleets, Car Parks, and Depots

Schneider Electric’send-to-end smart EV charging portfolio is designed to support charge point operators (CPOs), building owners and enterprises in advancing their sustainability journey, spanning a full range of AC and DC EV charging hardware, load management, power distribution, battery energy storage, vehicle-to-grid (V2G) technologies, and one-stop local service support.

Data Centers: Engineering the Backbone of AI Factories

Schneider Electric’s full AI factory portfolio includes fully engineered reference designs, digital twin simulations, liquid and air cooling, 800 VDC and high-density power, prefabricated solutions, as well as lifecycle software and services – all purpose-built to enable future-ready AI infrastructure at scale.

Power and Grids: Enabling the Energy Transition at Scale

The leading SF₆-free medium voltage switchgear portfolio, powered by pure air and vacuum switching, reduces carbon impact by eliminating the greenhouse gas SF₆. With its digital-native, water-resistant, and modular architecture, it enables predictive maintenance, improves network visibility, and is ideal for modern smart grid applications.

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• Protection for ageing parents up to age 100 against conditions such as dementia, with maximum entry age at 80* and no medical underwriting required
• Lifetime protection for the child, covering death, terminal illness, total and permanent disability, with optional crisis care add-ons

SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 8 October 2026 – Prudential Singapore (“Prudential”) has launched PRUActive Family Care (PAFC), a whole-of-life protection plan designed for Singaporeans caring for multiple generations. The plan enables caregivers to provide protection for both their child and ageing parents under a single policy.

PAFC provides lifetime protection for the caregiver’s child, as the life assured, covering death, terminal illness, total and permanent disability (TPD). It also offers critical illness add-ons that cover 182 conditions including juvenile conditions and mental illness.

The plan also includes Parent Guard Benefit that provides protection for the caregiver’s ageing parents up to age 100, without the need for medical underwriting. It offers financial and income support when a parent is diagnosed with specified age-related conditions, including Alzheimer’s disease, Dementia, Parkinson’s disease and Progressive Supranuclear Palsy.

Often, older adults may find it challenging to get insurance coverage due to health-related underwriting requirements. By including protection for parents under the caregiver’s policy, PAFC helps families address the protection gap.

The launch of PAFC comes as Singapore has become a super-aged society as the proportion of citizens aged 65 and above was at 21.4 per cent in 2026, an increase from 13.7 per cent in 2016. By 2035, more than one in four citizens is expected to be aged 65 and above¹. As such, there will be an increasing number of people taking on caregiving responsibilities.

Mr Manu Tandon, Chief Health & Protection Officer of Prudential Singapore, said: “As Singapore’s population ages and families become smaller, many caregivers in the “sandwiched generation” are caring for their ageing parents while raising their young children. These caregivers can face significant financial and emotional stress as they need to fund their children’s education, meet their parents’ healthcare needs – particularly when ongoing care is required – and save for their own retirement.”

Prudential’s recent research² also highlights the financial challenges many caregivers face. Nearly three in four Singaporeans (72 per cent) cited financial support as the most important form of assistance for caregivers, yet only 13 per cent believed their household would have enough savings if a caregiver had to stop working to provide care.

Added Mr Tandon: “PRUActive Family Care helps families prepare for rising caregiving demands with protection for both parents and child under one plan, while safeguarding the caregiver’s financial future. Importantly, the Parent Guard Benefit extends protection to the caregiver’s ageing parents without underwriting required, who may otherwise find it difficult to obtain coverage.”

Supporting the Needs of the Multigenerational Families by Protecting Ageing Parents

Reflecting the diverse needs of caregivers, PRUActive Family Care offers flexibility for individuals with or without children. It allows the caregiver (the policyowner) or their child to be the life assured, with the option to enhance the life assured’s coverage by up to five times through the Multiplier Benefit. In addition, the Parent Guard Benefit provides coverage for both parents of the caregiver.

The Parent Guard Benefit offers the following financial and income support³:

• Diagnosis Support: 20 per cent sum assured (SA) upon parent’s diagnosis of covered conditions (Alzheimer’s disease, Dementia, Parkinson’s disease and Progressive Supranuclear Palsy)
• Income Support: Up to 5 years upon parent undergoing the first treatment due to the diagnosis of the covered condition
• Accidental Fracture Hospital Income: Upon parent’s hospitalisation due to an Accidental Bone Fracture, a daily income of $150 will be paid for up to 10 days. This is an additional benefit that does not reduce the Parent Guard Sum Assured (SA).
• Family Support: Up to 8 per cent of SA upon parent’s death

Up to two parents can be included in the plan, with entry up to age 80* and coverage to age 100. Benefits are payable for eligible diagnoses in any of 13 recognised countries**.

Supporting Recovery and Rehabilitation

Beyond financial protection, PAFC is a holistic plan that provides value-added service to support recovery long after treatment or hospitalisation. The caregiver (policyholder), his/her child and parents, can tap on the recovery and rehabilitation services including physiotherapy, chiropractic care, osteopathy and traditional Chinese medicine, and home care and medical services.

For more information on PRUActive Family Care, including full product terms, eligibility criteria and exclusions, please visit https://www.prudential.com.sg/pruactive-family-care

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• With ageing, the risk of developing health conditions increases. In Singapore, an estimated 72,000 people were living with dementia in 2023, and the Ministry of Health projects this figure could rise to 135,000 by 2030 (Source: Ministry of Health Parliamentary QA, 4 November 2025)
• This protection is especially relevant as about 90 to 100 new cases of childhood cancer are detected each year in Singapore among children under the age of 15 (Source: Singhealth website, 5 October 2026)
• 1 in 3 adolescents aged 10–18 experience symptoms of anxiety, depression and loneliness (Source: Youth Epidemiology and Resilience (YEAR) Study, National University of Singapore, 2024)

* Based on age next birthday (ANB)

** Diagnosis must be provided by a registered medical practitioner in one of the following: Singapore, Australia, Brunei Darussalam, Canada, China (limited to class 3 hospitals in designated cities), Hong Kong, Macau, Malaysia, New Zealand, Taiwan, United Arab Emirates (Abu Dhabi and Dubai), United Kingdom, United States

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About Prudential Assurance Company Singapore (Pte) Ltd (Prudential Singapore)

Prudential Assurance Company Singapore (Pte) Ltd is one of the top life and health insurance companies in Singapore, serving the financial and protection needs of the country’s citizens for 95 years. As at 31 December 2025, it has S$66.3 billion funds under management. The company has an AA Financial Strength Rating from leading credit rating agency Standard & Poor’s and delivers a suite of well-rounded product offerings in Protection, Savings and Investment through multiple distribution channels including a network of 5,400 financial representatives.

• Located in the commercial hub of Phnom Penh, the new office will offer improved accessibility and support to key industries including FMCG, Manufacturing, Industrial, and Clean Energy
• The new office signals growth for the local team, with business expansion and talent development plans in the pipeline

PHNOM PENH, CAMBODIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 8 October 2026 – Rhenus Logistics strengthens its portfolio of services in Cambodia, following various successes in delivering projects, in particular government infrastructure projects. To support the growth, starting today, the local Head Office will move into GIA Tower, Koh Pich (Diamond Island) in the central business district of Phnom Penh. This is in line with the company’s plan to position Cambodia as a strategic growth market and enhance its capability to serve key growth industries in the country.

Samuel Tan, Managing Director of Myanmar & Cambodia, Rhenus Air & Ocean, says, “The opening of our new office marks an exciting chapter for Rhenus Logistics in Cambodia. Over the past few years, we have built a strong team, expanded our customer base, and strengthened our position in the market. This investment reflects our confidence in Cambodia’s growth potential and our commitment to supporting customers with reliable and innovative logistics solutions tailored to their evolving supply chain needs.”

A Stronger Focus on Supporting Key Growth Industries

The plans to extend Rhenus’ presence and visibility in Cambodia comes at a time when Cambodia is actively strengthening trade policy, market access and business competitiveness, as it prepares for graduation from the UN’s Least Developed Country (LDC) category.

Rhenus Cambodia’s head office will focus on supporting local and FDI businesses in customized solutions across FMCG, Industrial Raw Materials, Equipment & Electronics, Automotive Components, Renewable Energy Equipment, Life Sciences (Medical Equipment and Pharmaceutical) and the GFT (Garments/ Footwear and Travel Goods) sector. The new office will offer customer-centric solutions tapping on an array of options and services, including air and ocean freight, cross-border transportation, customs brokerage, and project logistics.

The relocation reflects Rhenus Cambodia’s continued investment in both business growth and employee wellbeing. Employees will have access to complimentary health and wellbeing initiatives, including yoga sessions, running clubs and shared sports facilities.

Alongside these investments, Rhenus Cambodia continues to build its local talent pipeline through internship opportunities for students with a logistics background, providing practical industry exposure and opportunities to develop future talent within the logistics sector.

Samuel adds, “Moving into a new office is not just about a new workplace. It is about creating the right environment for our people, enhancing collaboration, and building the foundation for our next phase of growth. We look forward to continuing our journey with our customers, partners, and employees as Cambodia further integrates into regional and global supply chains.”

Rhenus entered the Cambodian market in 2017 and has also achieved ISO 9001 for quality management, ISO 14001 for environmental management, and ISO 45001 for occupational health and safety.

Rhenus Head Office in Cambodia:

Address: GIA Tower, Unit G2506-09, Sopheak Mongkul Street, Diamond Island, 12 301 Phnom Penh, Cambodia
Contact: samuel.tan@rhenus.com

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About Rhenus

The Rhenus Group is one of the leading logistics specialists with global business operations and annual turnover amounting to EUR 8.2 billion. 39,000 employees work at 1,300 business sites in more than 70 countries and develop innovative solutions along the complete supply chain. Whether providing transport, warehousing, customs clearance or value-added services, the family-owned business pools its operations in various business units where the needs of customers are the major focus at all times.

SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 8 October 2026 – Allianz Insurance Singapore today highlighted the growing importance of travel protection as flight disruptions continue to affect travellers across Asia, even as international travel demand remains strong.

For many travellers, disruptions are no longer an exception—but part of the journey. An unexpected overnight stay, a missed connection, or arriving without luggage can quickly turn a well-planned trip into a stressful experience.

The travel landscape across Asia has shifted. After an improving trend in early 2025, disruptions have become more frequent across the region — driven by strong travel demand, airspace constraints, weather volatility, rising fuel costs, and tightly interconnected flight networks where a delay in one place quickly ripples elsewhere.

As demand continues to grow and networks become more complex, even routine delays can quickly escalate — leading to unexpected expenses, extended layovers, and significant uncertainty for travellers. Allianz is observing an increasing need for solutions that help customers better navigate these evolving risks.

Allianz Insurance Singapore supports customers through solutions such as Allianz Travel Protect — from helping to offset unexpected expenses arising from travel delays, to providing support for lost or delayed baggage and access to emergency medical care overseas. Travel protection plays an increasingly important role in enabling more resilient journeys.

Key features include coverage for travel delays of up to S$3,000, overseas medical coverage of up to S$2 million, and automatic policy extensions for covered reasons when trips are unexpectedly prolonged, ensuring travellers continue to be supported when plans change.

When journeys don’t go as planned, what matters most is knowing you’re not navigating the situation alone. Travellers today are planning not just for where they’re going — but how they’ll handle the unexpected along the way. That’s where peace of mind becomes essential.

As travel continues to evolve, Allianz remains focused on helping customers move forward with greater confidence—no matter how their journey unfolds.

For more information on Allianz Travel Protect, visit: https://www.allianz.sg/individual-solutions/allianz-travel-protect.html

Coverage is subject to the terms, conditions, and exclusions of the Allianz Travel Protect policy. Please refer to the Policy Wording for full details. This policy is protected under the Policy Owners’ Protection Scheme which is administered by the Singapore Deposit Insurance Corporation (SDIC). This advertisement has not been reviewed by the Monetary Authority of Singapore.

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About Allianz Insurance Singapore

At Allianz Insurance Singapore, we aim to secure the future and create a positive impact on society and the environment by leveraging our expertise in risk management. As we work toward strengthening our position as one of Singapore’s leading risk solutions providers, we deliver innovative and customer‑focused protection solutions for individuals, SMEs, and mid‑corporate clients – spanning Motor, Home Content, Travel, Personal Accident, Cancer, Hospital Income, and a comprehensive suite of commercial insurance offerings.

SHENZHEN, CHINA – Media OutReach Newswire – 8 October 2026 – OPPO today announced that its latest flagship smartphones, OPPO Find X10 Series, will make their global debut on October 21 in Mallorca, Spain. Built to be a “Hasselblad True-to-Life Camera”, the new series combines industry-leading camera hardware with the next-generation LUMO True Image Engine, marking a new chapter in OPPO’s pursuit of true-to-life imaging.

“Find X Series reflects our relentless pursuit of exceptional mobile imaging,” said Pete Lau, SVP and Chief Product Officer at OPPO. “Together with Hasselblad, we are taking another significant step forward with Find X10 Series, bringing true-to-life detail, color and tone to everyday photography. Simply open the camera and capture the moment as you see it, with no extra settings required.”

Find X10 Series carries forward the Find X Series’ minimalist design language with premium materials and thoughtfully crafted details. Its all-new Borderless Design features One-Piece Sculpted Glass that flows seamlessly into the camera module, softening the visual impact of the camera bump for a clean, cohesive look.

Find X10 Pro Max in Luna White draws design inspiration from classic cameras. Its LUMO Camera Island features a matte silver metallic finish and houses the new-generation True Color Camera and dual-flash system, complemented by knurled detailing and Hasselblad’s signature matte orange accent ring. Across the back, smooth matte glass meets a subtle fabric-inspired pattern in a distinctive two-tone finish.

Find X10 will be available in Glacier Blue, Glow Coral and Mist Grey, while Find X10 Pro Max will come in Titanium Grey and Luna White.

The series pairs this refined design with a major leap in imaging hardware. Find X10 features a category-first Dual 200MP Camera System co-developed with Hasselblad. Find X10 Pro Max goes even further with the industry’s first Triple 200MP Camera System, bringing 200MP sensors to the ultra-wide, main and telephoto cameras for the first time on a smartphone.

Making the most of its camera hardware is OPPO’s next-generation computational photography solution, LUMO True Image Engine. It combines OPPO’s imaging expertise with the natural tone rendering of Master Mode, supported by precise color information captured by the True Color Camera. LUMO True Image Engine delivers authentic detail, accurate color and natural tone. From nuanced skin tones and fine textures to the natural contrast of a scene, images stay true to the moment as you remember it.

Find X10 Series also brings a major upgrade to videography. On Find X10 Pro Max, all three rear cameras support 4K 120fps and 8K 30fps video recording, while Find X10 brings the same capabilities to its two 200MP cameras. Find X10 Series also introduces Open Gate Capture, using the sensor’s full imaging area to capture more of the scene and give creators greater freedom to crop and reframe the same footage for landscape, portrait and other formats in post-production.

Powering Find X10 Series are flagship MediaTek chipsets. Find X10 runs on MediaTek Dimensity 9600M, while Find X10 Pro Max is among the first smartphones to feature the 2nm MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro, delivering a major leap in both performance and power efficiency.

Both models feature an 8,000mAh OPPO Silicon-Carbon Battery¹, delivering up to two days of typical use on a single charge. Designed for long-term durability, the battery is also engineered to retain over 80% of its original capacity after five years of typical use.²

Find X10 Series also features the latest ColorOS 17, bringing a fresh look and smarter everyday experiences. Its new Living Flow Design combines refined visuals with fluid interactions, while AI Mind Pilot with Agent Mode connects agentic AI with files and photos on the phone, helping users complete complex tasks with a single prompt.

OPPO will reveal full specifications, pricing and availability, alongside more of the series’ latest innovations, at the global launch in Mallorca on October 21.

¹ Battery capacity may vary by market. Find X10 and Find X10 Pro Max feature a 7,150mAh battery in selected markets.
² Data from OPPO Lab. Actual battery health may vary depending on settings, usage and environmental conditions.

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Grant in Mexico marks a major milestone in global IP strategy, advancing protection of its VIVI Box platform across key international markets

Highlights

• Covers core innovations underpinning TempraMed’s VIVI Box™ multi-medication storage platform
• Strengthens the Company’s intellectual property position in one of the world’s largest healthcare and consumer markets
• Supports commercialization strategy and strategic engagement with appliance manufacturers across America’s premium refrigeration sector
• Patent term extends through October 24, 2039

Vancouver, British Columbia–(Newsfile Corp. – October 8, 2026) – TempraMed Technologies Ltd. (CSE: VIVI) (FSE: 9DY) (“TempraMed” or the “Company“), a medical-technology innovator transforming how temperature-sensitive medications are stored and managed, is pleased to announce that its Mexican patent application No. MX/a/2021/004595 (the “Patent“) has now been formally granted by the Mexican Patent Office.

The Patent includes claims covering key aspects of the Company’s first of its kind, multi-medication storage box, VIVI Box™. Once launched, it will add to the existing portfolio of four products being sold in market. There are also many commercial application opportunities with the VIVI Box™ which the Company has started exploring.

Without limiting the scope of the patent, it includes core elements of TempraMed’s proprietary thermal-insulation and smart-monitoring architecture, such as:

• Continuous temperature protection during power interruptions or refrigerator temperature fluctuations for several medication devices and vials
• Portable, all-day travel functionality for secure on-the-go cold storage
• Smart content tracking with cloud-based data integration, supporting adherence and remote monitoring

These capabilities position VIVI Box™ as a differentiated platform at the intersection of home health, smart refrigeration, and the connected medical-device ecosystem. The innovation supports TempraMed’s strategy to expand beyond single-injection protection into scalable, multi-dose and multi-format medication storage systems-an important pillar of the Company’s long-term commercialization roadmap.

“The formal grant of our Mexican patent represents a significant milestone in TempraMed’s global intellectual property strategy,” said Ron Nagar, CEO of TempraMed. “Mexico is an important Latin American market for medical devices and healthcare technology, supported by an established medical-device industry. Securing patent protection in this jurisdiction meaningfully strengthens our position and expands our presence comprehensive product portfolio across America.”

“The Vivi Box™ will add to our existing portfolio of products we already have on the market, with our proprietary technology at the core of all of them. As we continue to build out new product categories and scale our platform, protecting our core innovations remains fundamental to unlocking long-term shareholder value and establishing global leadership in temperature-controlled medication management,” commented Nagar.

This new grant follows a series of recent milestones for TempraMed, including grant of a similar patent in S. Korea and China, entering into several distribution agreements, and validation of its return on investment (ROI) model for insurance payors as verified by hundreds of clinicians recommending TempraMed’s VIVI Cap to patients.

Together, these achievements support the Company’s multi-year strategy to scale globally, introduce new product categories, and establish TempraMed as one of the worldwide leaders in temperature-regulated medication protection and management.

About TempraMed Technologies Ltd.
TempraMed Technologies Ltd. Is a global medical device company with a portfolio of innovative, temperature-controlled medication storage solutions. Founded with the mission to safeguard the effectiveness of life-saving medications, TempraMed develops patented, FDA-registered, thermal insulation devices that work 24/7 without batteries or external power. With a product line already in market including VIVI Cap, VIVI Cap Smart, VIVI Epi, and VIVI Med, TempraMed enables patients and healthcare providers to confidently manage temperature-sensitive medications anywhere, anytime. With operations in North America, Europe, and Asia, TempraMed will continue to expand globally offering a solution for medication protection and adherence.

Investors interested learning more about TempraMed are encouraged to contact the Company at:
ir@tempramed.com
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Vice President, Capital Markets
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Cautionary Statements
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Forward-looking statements in this press release include, without limitation, statements regarding: the expected scope and strength of the Company’s intellectual property position in Mexico and globally; the Company’s commercialization strategy and plans for strategic engagement with appliance manufacturers and other potential partners; the anticipated market opportunity for VIVI Box™ in Mexico and across America; the Company’s plans to expand into multi-dose and multi-format medication storage systems; and the Company’s ability to develop new product categories and expand its global IP portfolio.

Forward-looking statements are based on the opinions, expectations, and assumptions of management as of the date of this press release, including but not limited to: that the granted patent will provide meaningful commercial protection; that the Company will have sufficient financial resources to pursue its commercialization and IP strategies; that suitable commercialization partners will be identified and engaged on acceptable terms; and that market conditions in Mexico and America will support demand for the Company’s products and technology platform.

Forward-looking statements are subject to known and unknown risks, uncertainties, and other factors that may cause actual results to differ materially from those expressed or implied, including but not limited to challenges in enforcing intellectual property rights in foreign jurisdictions, including Mexico ; the Company’s ability to secure additional financing; changes in regulatory requirements or government policy; the ability to identify and secure commercialization partners; competitive developments in temperature-controlled medication storage and smart refrigeration technologies; general economic, market, and business conditions; and other risks described in the Company’s public filings available on SEDAR+ at www.sedarplus.ca.

The forward-looking statements contained in this press release are made as of the date hereof. Except as required by applicable securities laws, the Company does not undertake any obligation to update or revise publicly any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events, or otherwise.

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