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Segway Powersports Highlights Off-Road Performance and Smart Technology at 140th Canton Fair
GUANGZHOU, China , Oct. 20, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Segway Powersports , a global innovator in intelligent off-road vehicles and connected riding systems, concluded its showcase at the 140th Canton Fair. It presented two flagship models—the Super Villain SX20T , a high-performance sport SSV, and the AT10 W MUD , an ATV built for challenging terrain—highlighting its capabilities in power, off-road handling and intelligent riding technology. Segway Powersports at the 140th Canton Fair Segway Powersports specializes in developing and manufacturing high-performance all-terrain vehicles and connected
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YYForce AI Humanoid Housekeepers to be trained in Novotel Hotel
Acquires 20 wearable data collection systems to capture real-world housekeeping tasks to support robot learning and development. SINGAPORE , Oct. 20, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- YYForce Inc. (NASDAQ: YFOR) ("YYForce" or the "Company"), a technology-enabled provider of workforce solutions, integrated facility management and commercial robotics services, today announced the acquisition of 20 wearable data collection systems to support its humanoid robotics development program. The systems, comprising head-mounted egocentric cameras and synchronized wrist-mounted cameras, are intended to capture first-p
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Hospital Authority appreciates generous donation from Sino Group and Ng Teng Fong Charitable Foundation
HONG KONG , Oct. 20, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The Hospital Authority (HA) today (October 20) extends its heartfelt gratitude to Sino Group and Ng Teng Fong Charitable Foundation for their generous donation of a combined total of $30 million to support the establishment of two operating theatres dedicated to cataract surgery. The theatres are expected to come into service in the fourth quarter of next year, in support of the Government's and the HA's commitment to advancing cataract treatment services and enabling more patients in need to receive appropriate treatment at an earlier stage. In accord
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FutureGrail Hosts Multimillion-Dollar Live Watch Auction with Previews in Hong Kong, Dubai, Geneva and Singapore
The auction features one of the year's most important timepieces to go under the hammer – an extremely rare 1954 Patek Philippe Ref.2526P 'Serpico y Laino' in platinum with enamel dial, expected to fetch well into seven figures DUBAI, GENEVA, HONG KONG and SINGAPORE , Oct. 20, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- FutureGrail , a global auction house for exceptional timepieces, has unveiled its upcoming November session. FutureGrail will also host previews in Hong Kong, Dubai, Geneva, and Singapore. 1954 Patek Philippe Ref.2526P 'Serpico y Laino’ FutureGrail has presented online auctions since 2023 and now, fo
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ATMOCE Extends Australian M-ELV 7 kWh Battery Warranty to 15 Years
New 15-year warranty covers all MS-7K-U units already shipped to Australia SYDNEY , Oct. 20, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- ATMOCE Australia and New Zealand has extended the standard Australian warranty for its M-ELV 7 kWh Battery (MS-7K-U) from 12 to 15 years. ATMOCE M-ELV Battery Installed at a Residential Property in Melbourne The new warranty provides 15 years or 29.2 MWh of energy throughput, with a minimum of 60% SOH retained, whichever comes first. It applies Australia-wide without regional restrictions and extends to all MS-7K-U units already shipped to Australia. The warranty extension applies
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Xinhua Silk Road: Beijing financial forum highlights openness, cooperation and inclusiveness
BEIJING , Oct. 20, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- When the Annual Conference of Financial Street Forum 2026 opened on Monday, a crowd of high-profile guests gathered in Beijing to exchange views and build consensus on financial openness, cooperation and inclusiveness. This photo taken on Oct. 19, 2026 shows the opening ceremony of the Annual Conference of Financial Street Forum 2026 held in Beijing, capital of China. (Xinhua/Zhang Chenlin) Under the theme "Building an Open, Collaborative and Inclusive Ecosystem for Global Financial Development", the yearly financial event organized by Beijing municipal
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QVAXB40 Initiative Expands Access to PeKa Sihat Health Screening Across Malaysia
Collaboration pledges up to 100,000 free influenza vaccines as an entry point to preventive health screening for underserved B40 communities. PETALING JAYA, Malaysia , Oct. 20, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Qualitas Medical Group Sdn. Bhd. ("Qualitas") and ProtectHealth Corporation Sdn. Bhd. ("ProtectHealth") are collaborating through the QVAXB40 initiative to encourage more eligible Malaysians to undergo health screening under the recently rebranded PeKa Sihat programme, formerly known as PeKa B40. QVAXB40 Initiative Expands Access to PeKa Sihat Health Screening Across Malaysia Under the collaboration
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Taman Safari Indonesia Brings Wildlife, Entertainment and Family Experiences
JAKARTA, Indonesia , Oct. 20, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Taman Safari Indonesia Group continues to bring together wildlife, entertainment, culture, and family experiences through its diverse tourism destinations across Indonesia. Penguin Encounter, one of the favorite educational attractions at Marine Safari Bali From immersive safari adventures to marine attractions, cultural performances, and interactive entertainment, the Group offers visitors a variety of experiences that combine recreation, education, and discovery. In Bali, Taman Safari Bali features wildlife encounters, the Safari Journey, an
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Modernizing Firefighting with Bullard Thermal Imaging at SIDEX 2026
Bullard technical presentation explores how modern thermal imaging can enhance situational awareness, decision-making and firefighter safety SINGAPORE , Oct. 20, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Bullard, a global manufacturer of personal protective equipment (PPE), will bring the latest in thermal imaging and technical rescue protection to SIDEX Singapore 2026, including a technical presentation focused on how thermal imaging technology is evolving to support modern firefighting operations . Thermal Imaging in 2027: What Can Today's Thermal Imagers Do for Firefighters? Day 2, October 29, 11:30 AM–12:00 PM
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AI Tech and Direct Sourcing Drive New Opportunities at October China Gift Fair
SHENZHEN, China , Oct. 20, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- For global buyers seeking new products and reliable suppliers, the 34th China (Shenzhen) International Gifts and Home Products Fair organized by RX Huabo opens today at the Shenzhen World Exhibition & Convention Center. Running until October 23, the fair spans nearly 300,000 square meters, hosting 4,500 exhibitors and 5,000 brands, with 300,000 buyer visits expected. AI Smart Tech Moves Into the Mainstream Gifting As AI becomes increasingly integrated into daily life, smart devices are moving beyond niche gadgets and into premium corporate and pr
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The Eurovision Effect: Agoda Maps Asia's Travel Interest Ahead of the Bangkok Grand Final
SINGAPORE , Oct. 20, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Digital travel platform Agoda has seen a rise in travel interest to Bangkok this November, building towards one of the region's biggest cultural moments of the year with the inaugural Eurovision Asia Grand Final, happening in the Thai capital on 14 November. The contest marks a milestone for the region: the first-ever pan-Asian expansion of the 70-year-old Eurovision franchise, bringing finalists from 11 countries to the stage for a potential regional audience of millions. Against this backdrop, Agoda's insights on travel interest suggest the region is
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Axera's ADAS Chip Arrived in Europe with Leapmotor, Advancing Global Expansion
SHANGHAI , Oct. 20, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Axera's intelligent driving chip has entered the European market in Leapmotor's new global compact electric hatchback, marking a major step in the company's international automotive expansion. Purpose-built for global markets, the chip brings Axera's production-proven driver assistance technology to European consumers. Axera The vehicle is a core offering in Leapmotor's global lineup, designed to make intelligent driving more accessible and support the automaker's international growth. Industry data show that Leapmotor delivered over 660,000 vehicles fr
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JJ Lin, Tia Ray & Lil Ghost Take the Formula 1 Singapore Grand Prix Stage With Support From TME
SINGAPORE , Oct. 20, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- JJ Lin, Tia Ray and Lil Ghost brought their distinctive sounds to the Formula 1 Singapore Grand Prix on October 9, 2026, energizing the evening's entertainment in Singapore with performances that brought music and motorsport together for a global audience. The appearances were part of Tencent Music Entertainment Group (TME)'s efforts to bring leading artists from the Chinese-language music scene to international stages. Chinese R&B diva and acclaimed singer-songwriter Tia Ray performed signature tracks including "Love Herby" and "Beautiful Day", blendi
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AliExpress and YouTube Announce Global Strategic Affiliate Partnership
HANGZHOU, China , Oct. 20, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- AliExpress, the leading global e-commerce marketplace, today announces a global strategic affiliate partnership with YouTube. The partnership brings AliExpress's global product selection into YouTube's creator ecosystem, giving eligible creators access to a wide range of products to feature in their content, along with new commission-earning opportunities. AliExpress and YouTube Announce Global Strategic Affiliate Partnership Following the launch of the collaboration in South Korea in March 2026, the partnership will expand to four markets: the U
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Fox ESS Introduces Power Cube, Bringing Flexible Home Energy Storage into One Compact System
MELBOURNE, Australia , Oct. 20, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Fox ESS, a global leader in renewable energy solutions, has introduced Power Cube, an all-in-one residential energy storage system combining the inverter and batteries in a sleek, stackable design. Engineered for simpler, faster installation, it helps Australian households manage their energy needs today while allowing flexibility for the future. Fox ESS introduces Power Cube, an all-in-one residential energy storage system. The launch follows SunWiz's announcement that Fox ESS ranked No. 1 in Australia for installed energy storage capacity
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RISO Launches New ComColor GN Series: High-speed Inkjet Printers Delivering up to 180 ppm
- Proprietary Heatless, Oil-based Pigment Ink Technology Combines High Productivity with Eco-friendly Engineering for High-volume Printing - TOKYO , Oct. 20, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- RISO KAGAKU CORPORATION ("RISO") has announced the launch of the ComColor GN Series, its latest lineup of ultra-high-speed full-color inkjet printers. Tailored for transactional documents (e.g., invoices), manuals, and enveloped mailings via modular options, the series combines RISO's heatless, oil-based pigment ink technology with robust production capabilities to elevate productivity without compromising quality or
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Comarch Loyalty Transforms Azerbaijan Airlines' Loyalty Program into a Fintech Ecosystem
AZAL Miles Now Operates as a Digital Wallet, Rewarding Passengers for Both Travel and Everyday Spending KRAKÓW, Poland , Oct. 20, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Comarch Loyalty, a global leader in AI-driven loyalty, today announced it has overhauled AZAL Miles, the frequent flyer program for Azerbaijan Airlines. By implementing the Comarch Loyalty platform, the airline has shifted from a traditional distance-based reward system to a broader fintech model. The updated system ties status miles directly to ticket spend. Comarch Loyalty integrated a QR scanner directly into the AZAL app, allowing mem
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"PASS THE COURVOISIER": A GLOBAL CELEBRATION OF LEGENDARY HOSPITALITY
A NEW CHAPTER IN COURVOISIER: "PASS THE COURVOISIER" CELEBRATES THE LEGENDARY HOSPITALITY THAT MAKES STORIES TOO DELICIOUS NOT TO BE SHARED. PARIS , Oct. 20, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Courvoisier unveils " Pass The Courvoisier" , the Cognac House's first global campaign in nearly twenty years, launching across TV, social, out-of-home, retail, and live experiences. To view the Multimedia News Release, please click: https://www.multivu.com/courvoisier/9427451-en-pass-the-courvoisier-global-celebration-legendary-hospitality From the court of Napoleon III to the unveiling of the Eiffel Tower and
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Taobao Malaysia 11.11 Unveils Free Shipping for 400 Million Products & Enhanced AI-Powered Shopping Features to Elevate the Shopping Experience
Collaborating with J&T Express to launch over 1400 local return drop-off points to redefine cross-border shopping convenience KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia , Oct. 20, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Taobao Malaysia today unveiled its highly anticipated Taobao 11.11 Global Shopping Festival , giving shoppers access to millions of products across the platform, including free shipping on all fashion items. This year's campaign ushers in a new chapter of value-driven convenience, integrating AI-powered shopping tools with an expanded local logistics network to eliminate traditional cross-border pain points for Mala
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Workato's Singapore AI Lab Marks One Year of Homegrown Talent Powering Global Innovation
At World of Workato 2026, the company's Singapore AI Lab marked a full year of accelerating product development with Singapore-based talent and opening inclusive career pathways. SINGAPORE , Oct. 20, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Workato®, the leading Control and Execution Platform for Enterprise AI, today marked one year since launching its AI Lab in Singapore. Over the past year, the Lab has grown Singapore-based talent to accelerate the development of Workato AIRO™, built a new model for growing early-career AI talent, and partnered with SG Enable to widen access to AI careers for persons with d
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Alibaba.com Deepens Support for Malaysian SMEs to Drive Innovation and Global Expansion
Unveiling Accio and deepening local ecosystem partnerships to propel digital transformation and entrepreneurial excellence KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia , Oct. 20, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Alibaba.com, a leading global B2B e-commerce platform, hosted the grand finale of its global product-based startup competition, CoCreate Pitch 2026 Malaysia, during the B2B AI Seller Summit co-organized with MATRADE in Kuala Lumpur. This event marked Malaysia's inaugural participation in the global competition, which has expanded this year to include Korea, Indonesia, and Malaysia. The summit highlighted the vital role
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Australian swimming legend Emily Seebohm embraces more time at home as Aiper's Brand Partner
SYDNEY , Oct. 20, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Australian Olympic swimming champion Emily Seebohm has partnered with Aiper , the world's No. 1 smart robotic pool cleaner brand and a global leader in smart yard innovation*. Together, they'll explore how smart pool and yard technology can help Australians spend less time on maintenance and more time enjoying life outdoors. Australian swimming legend Emily Seebohm embraces more time at home as Aiper’s Brand Partner Across four Olympic Games, seven Olympic medals and a career at the highest level of swimming, every second counted for Emily. Fractions of a
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AquaCo whole house filtration systems bring Disruptor technology to more homes
New AquaCo systems and compatible cartridge upgrades extend options for complete home water filtration PERTH and MELBOURNE and BRISBANE, Australia , Oct. 20, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- AquaCo Water Filters, a 100% Australian-owned water filtration business, is bringing Disruptor technology to more Australian households through new whole house water filters and replacement water filter cartridges for compatible existing whole-home and undersink systems. Disruptor targets the PFAS compounds PFOA and PFOS, together with chlorine, chloramines, lead and copper. An AquaCo water filtration system installed
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