Estithmar Holding Reports 97% Surge YoY in Q1 2026 in Net Profit to QAR 333 Mn

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• Strong performance reflects sustained upward momentum driven by international expansion and operational efficiency
• Digital transformation initiatives in automation and artificial intelligence enhanced productivity, governance, and cost optimization

DOHA, Qatar, April 30 (Bernama-BUSINESS WIRE) -- Estithmar Holding Q.P.S.C. announced its financial results for the first quarter of 2026, reporting a net profit of QAR 333 million, marking a significant 97% increase compared to the same period last year. The results underscore the strength of the Company’s operating model and the successful execution of its expansion strategy.

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The company recorded revenues of QAR 1.455 billion, up from QAR 1.309 billion in Q1 2025. Gross profit rose to QAR 561 million compared to QAR 416 million, representing a year-on-year increase of 35%. EBITDA grew by 73% to reach QAR 473 million, while earnings per share increased by 90% to QAR 0.089.

These results reflect comprehensive growth across all key financial indicators, supported by a clear investment vision and the Company’s ability to balance geographic expansion, portfolio diversification, and operational efficiency. International investments announced in previous periods have begun to deliver tangible impact, contributing to revenue growth, enhanced profitability, and asset base expansion.

The strong growth in net profit is attributed to the Company’s disciplined approach to operational efficiency and value creation, alongside prudent capital management and effective risk management practices. In parallel, digital transformation initiatives, particularly in automation and artificial intelligence, have played a key role in improving productivity, strengthening governance, and optimizing costs.

The results also highlight a balanced contribution across the Company’s business Groups; healthcare, services, tourism and real estate development, and industries & specialized contracting, demonstrating each Group’s success in executing its growth strategy within an integrated strategic framework.

Commenting on the results, Juan Leon, CEO of Estithmar Holding, said:
“The Q1 results reflect the strength of our business model and our ability to deliver accelerated and sustainable growth simultaneously. This performance goes beyond achieving record figures, it demonstrates the quality of our investment decisions and disciplined execution across markets and sectors. The balance between revenue growth and improved profitability, supported by strong operational performance and healthy cash flows, highlights our efficiency and our ability to translate expansion into tangible shareholder value.”

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MAVENIR PACKET CORE GOES LIVE WITH JAPAN'S RAKUTEN MOBILE

KUALA LUMPUR, April 29 (Bernama) -- Mavenir, the software company building artificial intelligence (AI)-by-design mobile networks, announced that its Converged Packet Core is now live in Rakuten Mobile’s nationwide mobile network, deployed on Rakuten Cloud Platform.

Mavenir, in a statement said the deployment plays a key role in enabling Rakuten Mobile to deliver multi-carrier roaming via ‘JAPAN Roaming’, a nationwide emergency service launched by Japan’s leading mobile carriers on April 1.

Mavenir Executive Vice President and General Manager, Packet Core, Security and Messaging, Michael Cooper said the deployment demonstrates how cloud-native packet core technology can support resilient, large-scale connectivity under extreme network conditions, contributing to public safety and service continuity.

Meanwhile, Rakuten Mobile General Manager of the Core Network Department, Ryo Watanabe said Mavenir’s cloud-native packet core is central to the operator’s role in JAPAN Roaming, enabling flexible and reliable connectivity when it is needed most.

Mavenir’s cloud-native packet core provides the scalable, resilient data foundation required for Rakuten Mobile to support cross-carrier access under emergency conditions, demonstrating how cloud-based core networks can strengthen national communications infrastructure and support service continuity at scale.

JAPAN Roaming enables users to temporarily connect to another domestic carrier’s 4G LTE network if their primary service is disrupted by major outages or disasters. The service supports 4G LTE voice, SMS and data, alongside an emergency-calls-only mode to maintain access to critical services.

Mavenir added that its cloud-native core portfolio supports voice, data, messaging, fraud protection and security, and is designed to scale with operators’ evolving service and resilience requirements—enabling faster service deployment, increased automation and improved responsiveness to changing network conditions.

The company also noted its long-standing relationship with Rakuten Mobile, including earlier deployments of cloud-native voice and messaging capabilities for Rakuten Link, supporting ongoing service innovation within the operator’s fully virtualised network.

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Bitget Launches Blockchain4Youth Learning Hub to Strengthen the Future Web3 Workforce

VICTORIA, Seychelles, April 28 (Bernama-GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Bitget, the world’s largest Universal Exchange (UEX), has announced the launch of the Blockchain4Youth Learning Hub: Semester 1, a new education initiative designed to help young learners explore blockchain not only as a field of study, but as a viable career path in the digital economy.

As part of Bitget’s broader Blockchain4Youth initiative, the Learning Hub expands the program’s mission of making blockchain education more accessible and actionable for young people worldwide. Through recent initiatives such as the LALIGA Youth Tournament in Thailand, its partnership with Google Developer Group on Campus, and the Web3 Young Learners’ Encyclopedia, Blockchain4Youth has engaged more than 15,000 participants since launch, reflecting its ongoing commitment to youth development and the rising interest among students in finding clearer pathways into the Web3 industry.

The Blockchain4Youth Learning Hub combines structured learning with professional recognition and career-oriented support. Learners who complete the program and pass the assessments will receive a Certificate of Completion signed by Ignacio Aguirre Franco, Chief Marketing Officer of Bitget, giving them a credential they can present across their professional profiles.

The certificate is intended to serve as more than proof of participation. It offers verified recognition of Web3 competency and unlocks access to a broader network of opportunities. Certificate holders can benefit from priority review for opportunities at Bitget and gain entry to the Blockchain4Youth Talent Alliance, a core pillar of the program designed to connect certified learners with the wider Web3 industry. Through the alliance, participants can access priority opportunities, industry exposure, and networking channels, creating a clearer pathway between demonstrated knowledge and real-world professional roles.

As part of this effort, Bitget has confirmed a partnership with Bondex, the Web3 professional network behind web3.career, the largest job board in the industry. Through the partnership, Bitget and Bondex aim to make career entry points into Web3 more transparent and accessible for the next generation of builders and professionals

“Most young people trying to break into Web3 hit the same wall, they take a course, then have no network, no verified credentials, and no clear path to a job.” said Ignacio Palomera, Co-Founder of Bondex. “Blockchain4Youth and Bondex fix that. Finish the program, build a verified profile, be discovered in the Bondex trusted talent pool and apply directly to companies hiring on web3.career. It's the bridge the industry's been missing.

“A lot of young people are interested in Web3, but interest alone does not always show them where to begin,” said Ignacio Aguirre Franco, CMO of Bitget. “The Learning Hub is about making that first step feel more real by giving learners knowledge, recognition, and a better sense of where this path can lead. When young talent can see opportunity more clearly, they are more likely to believe they belong in the future of this industry.”

Ultimately, Blockchain4Youth Learning Hub reflects a broader commitment to building long-term infrastructure for Web3 education and talent development. More than a standalone campaign, the Learning Hub demonstrates how Blockchain4Youth is evolving into a sustained platform that supports learners as they move from discovery to skill-building, and from participation to contribution. Through this initiative, Bitget continues to position itself not only as a platform for digital assets, but also as an ecosystem builder helping shape the workforce that will define the next phase of Web3.

The B4Y Talent Alliance welcomes recruiting companies that want to connect with emerging talent, expand industry access, and create more pathways into Web3. Interested organizations can contact blockchain4youth@bitget.com.

About Bitget

Bitget is the world's largest Universal Exchange (UEX), serving over 125 million users and offering access to over 2M crypto tokens, 100+ tokenized stocks, ETFs, commodities, FX, and precious metals such as gold. The ecosystem is committed to helping users trade smarter with its AI agent, which co-pilots trade execution. Bitget is driving crypto adoption through strategic partnerships with LALIGA and MotoGP™. Aligned with its global impact strategy, Bitget has joined hands with UNICEF to support blockchain education for 1.1 million people by 2027. Bitget currently leads in the tokenized TradFi market, providing the industry's lowest fees and highest liquidity across 150 regions worldwide.

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AGC Biologics Wins 2026 Fierce Outsourcing Award for Leadership in Regulatory and Quality Compliance

 

Global CDMO recognized for exceptional quality systems and regulatory track record; named finalist in Excellence in Client Service & Partnership and Manufacturing Operations categories 


SEATTLE, April 28 (Bernama-GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- AGC Biologics, your friendly CDMO expert, is the 2026 recipient of the Fierce Outsourcing Award for Leadership in Regulatory and Quality Compliance. The award recognizes the company's exemplary regulatory strategy, robust quality systems, and compliance execution. Winners were announced by the Fierce Outsourcing Awards organizers on April 14 and will be celebrated during Fierce Biotech Week in Boston, Mass., on May 13.

Delivering Quality Services Across Three Continents to Bring High-Quality Products to Patients

Through globally integrated operations, AGC Biologics provides unified, high-quality services, focused on consistency and excellence regardless of a project's complexity or geographic location. AGC Biologics’ technical expertise is backed by more than three decades of industry-leading GMP experience, 100 successful regulatory inspections, more than 30 commercial product approvals, and experience with more than 400 products for over 250 different customers.

“In 2025, our sites collectively underwent nine successful regulatory inspections from seven different global health authorities, resulting in five new product approvals for our partners,” said Alberto Santagostino, CEO and President of AGC Biologics. “We are humbled and grateful for the rigor of regulatory agencies around the world that help us in our journey of continuous quality improvement.”

Continued Investment in Excellence and Global Quality with New Site in Japan

Demonstrative of AGC Biologics’ continued investment in global quality, a state-of-the-art facility is currently under construction in Yokohama. This new site will offer one of the largest single-use bioreactors for a CDMO in Japan, extending AGC Biologics’ tri-regional footprint of uniform, high-standard service delivery, exceptional quality and compliance, resilient supply chain, and limited geopolitical risk.

Services in Yokohama include mammalian development with two downstream lines and flexible single-use bag capacity of 18,000 liters, cell therapy services with six clean rooms, and mRNA development and manufacturing with 2 IVT, two purification lines, and two LNP lines.

What the Fierce Outsourcing Awards Represent

The Fierce Outsourcing Awards, formerly the Fierce CRO Awards, recognize outsourcing partners that play a critical role in helping pharma and biotech companies move faster, manage risk, and bring innovative therapies to patients.

This awards program celebrates excellence, innovation, and impact across the outsourced drug development ecosystem—honoring the organizations that deliver scientific rigor, operational excellence, and trusted partnership at every stage of the pipeline. Entries were judged on the ability of the applicant to demonstrate the following: innovation and impact, measurable outcomes, sustainability and scalability, and ethical and regulatory adherence.

In addition to receiving the award for leadership in regulatory and quality compliance, AGC Biologics was also named a finalist for categories recognizing exceptional and collaborative client service, and superior performance in manufacturing regarding quality, consistency, and operational excellence across modalities.

FAQs

What specific factors establish AGC Biologics as a leader in regulatory and quality compliance for pharmaceutical outsourcing?

AGC Biologics' leadership in regulatory and quality compliance is established by a long and consistent history of global regulatory success and a deep commitment to quality systems. Key factors that demonstrate this leadership include:

• Extensive GMP Experience. With over 30 years of industry-leading GMP manufacturing experience, AGC Biologics’ processes are built on a foundation of proven quality and technical expertise. Robust regulatory and quality frameworks have directly contributed to more than 30 commercial product approvals for partners, proving the CDMO’s ability to successfully navigate the path to market.
• Proven Inspection Success. AGC Biologics has a track record of more than 100 successful regulatory inspections from health authorities worldwide. In 2025 alone, AGC Biologics sites successfully completed nine inspections from seven different global health authorities, underscoring its continuous state of compliance.
• Diverse Portfolio and Broad Trust. AGC Biologics’ experience spans more than 400 products for over 250 different customers, reflecting the industry's trust in its ability to manage a wide array of complex biologics while upholding the highest standards. This extensive portfolio has resulted in five new product approvals for partners in 2025.

How does AGC Biologics’ global, unified quality system directly benefit biopharma developers and ensure project success?

Leadership in regulatory and quality compliance is evidenced by a proven history of successful product approvals. AGC Biologics' global network consistently delivers results that meet the stringent requirements of regulatory bodies worldwide, which biopharma developers need in order to test their therapies and ultimately enter new commercial markets.

A successful global, unified quality system begins with a deeply embedded quality culture, a fact corroborated by client testimonials of AGC Biologics. Fondazione Telethon directly credits the “high-quality services provided by AGC Biologics” as instrumental in achieving both FDA approval and a positive CHMP opinion for Waskyra™. Similarly, Autolus, upon receiving FDA approval for its first product, highlighted AGC Biologics as a "valued manufacturing partner... providing reliable, high-quality and timely support.”

In just the last two years, the Seattle site helped shepherd four product approvals by the FDA and eight product approvals in other regulatory jurisdictions. These outcomes are a direct result of a quality system that is robust, globally integrated, and relentlessly focused on client success.

What other recognition has AGC Biologics received for its quality track record?

Last year, AGC Biologics received the Best Quality Management Systems Award at the CDMO Leadership Awards for its global quality system across its sites on three different continents.

About AGC Biologics

AGC Biologics is a leading global biopharmaceutical Contract Development and Manufacturing Organization (CDMO) with a strong commitment to delivering the highest standard of service as we work side-by-side with our clients and partners, to provide friendly and expert services. We provide world-class development and manufacturing of mammalian and microbial-based therapeutic proteins, plasmid DNA (pDNA), messenger RNA (mRNA), viral vectors, and genetically engineered cells. Our global network spans the U.S., Europe, and Asia, with locations in Seattle, Washington; Copenhagen, Denmark; Heidelberg, Germany; Milan, Italy; and Chiba and Yokohama, Japan. AGC Biologics is a part of AGC Inc.’s Life Science Business. The Life Science Business runs 10+ facilities focused on biopharmaceuticals, advanced therapies, small molecule active pharmaceutical ingredients, and agrochemicals. To learn more, visit www.agcbio.com.

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AM BEST AFFIRMS EXCELLENT CREDIT RATINGS OF NEW ZEALAND'S TOWER

KUALA LUMPUR, April 27 (Bernama) -- Global credit rating agency, AM Best has affirmed the financial strength rating of A- (Excellent) and the long-term issuer credit rating of “a-” (Excellent) of New Zealand’s Tower Limited (Tower), with a stable outlook.

In a statement, AM Best said the credit ratings (ratings) reflect Tower’s balance sheet strength, which was assessed as very strong, as well as its adequate operating performance, neutral business profile and appropriate enterprise risk management (ERM).

Tower’s balance sheet strength is underpinned by its risk-adjusted capitalisation, as measured by Best’s Capital Adequacy Ratio, which was at the strongest level at fiscal year-end 2025 (Sept 30, 2025).

AM Best expects capitalisation to remain at least very strong over the medium term, supported by earnings retention, solid financial flexibility, a prudent reinsurance programme, and a conservative investment strategy.

The insurer’s operating performance is assessed as adequate, reflecting a history of earnings volatility linked to catastrophe events. In FY2025, Tower reported a return-on-equity ratio of 23.5 per cent and a net/net combined ratio of 81.4 per cent, driven by technical performance and investment income.

The credit rating agency expects continued positive operating results supported by disciplined underwriting, pricing adequacy, and investment returns.

Tower holds a solid position in its core New Zealand insurance segments, despite a modest overall non-life market share of around five per cent. Its product portfolio is concentrated in domestic property and motor insurance.

AM Best assesses Tower’s ERM as appropriate, noting an increased focus on regulatory compliance amid recent regulatory developments in New Zealand. Following a self-reported issue, the Financial Markets Authority conducted an investigation that identified historical misleading representations resulting in a penalty payment.

The company is undertaking customer remediation and strengthening internal controls as part of its ongoing governance improvements.

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AM BEST AFFIRMS EXCELLENT RATINGS FOR CHINA'S TMNCH

KUALA LUMPUR, April 24 (Bernama) -- Global credit rating agency, AM Best has affirmed the financial strength rating of A (Excellent) and the long-term issuer credit rating of “a” (Excellent) of The Tokio Marine and Nichido Fire Insurance Company (China) Limited (TMNCH).

The outlook of these credit ratings (ratings) is stable, reflecting TMNCH’s balance sheet strength, which AM Best assesses as very strong, as well as its strong operating performance, limited business profile and appropriate enterprise risk management.

According to AM Best in a statement, the ratings also consider support from its parent, Tokio Marine & Nichido Fire Insurance Co Ltd (TMNF), the main insurance operating entity of Tokio Marine Holdings Inc.

A small-sized, long-standing player in China’s non-life insurance markets, TMNCH’s very strong balance sheet strength is underpinned by its risk-adjusted capitalisation at the strongest level, as measured by Best’s Capital Adequacy Ratio, strengthened by its low underwriting leverage and reinsurance dependency, as well as positive liquidity.

The company’s capital and surplus remain comparatively modest, while its solvency stays robust with a comfortable buffer above regulatory requirements.

AM Best assesses TMNCH’s operating performance as strong, demonstrated by a track record of positive underwriting results that outperformed the market over the past five years.

However, underwriting performance and net profitability were more subdued in 2025 due to intensifying market competition and reduced risk exposure, with return on equity falling to the mid-single-digit level.

Supported by interest income from bank deposits, TMNCH’s investment results remained stable, and the company will continue to explore business opportunities in the upstream and downstream industries of Japanese clients in the future.

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CHERY’S ICAUR TARGETS EUROPE WITH URBAN OUTDOOR VEHICLES

KUALA LUMPUR, April 27 (Bernama) -- Chery Group announced its vehicle brand iCAUR is preparing to launch in Europe as it promotes its Urban Outdoor mobility concept ahead of its 2026 International Business Summit.

In a statement, the company said iCAUR is positioned as a premium brand aimed at redefining rugged boxy vehicles by combining off-road capability with improved comfort and practicality for everyday and family use.

The brand addresses limitations of conventional off-road vehicles, particularly in comfort and long-distance usability, positioning itself as a more versatile option bridging urban commuting and outdoor travel.

At the centre of the European push is the iCAUR V27, which offers a combined range of more than 1,000 kilometres, 224 millimetres (mm) ground clearance and a 2,900 mm wheelbase designed to support both city driving and off-road conditions.

The model is engineered for varied environments, with stable performance in wet and mountainous terrain, alongside a focus on cabin space and practicality for family use.

Chery said the brand’s strategy focuses on design, technology and user-centric functionality, targeting consumers seeking utility, simplicity and flexible mobility rather than conventional off-road performance alone.

It added that European expansion aligns with a broader strategy of localisation and product optimisation, as it seeks to tailor offerings to regional driving preferences and conditions.

The company said it will continue refining its product portfolio and services for Europe as it advances its international rollout of Urban Outdoor mobility solutions.

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CGTN: CHINA SOLAR PROJECT SHOWCASES GREEN DEVELOPMENT, LIVELIHOOD GAINS

KUALA LUMPUR, April 27 (Bernama) -- A solar power project in northwest China’s Qinghai Province is being highlighted as an example of how technology can support both economic development and environmental sustainability.

Located in the Talatan Gobi Desert, the solar facility has an installed generation capacity of 8,430 megawatts and combines renewable energy production with livestock grazing, allowing local herders to raise sheep beneath rows of photovoltaic panels.

According to CGTN in a statement, the model helps address desertification pressures that have affected traditional grazing while providing herders with stable income and restoring grass growth through improved land conditions.

Huanghe Corporation’s Hainan Branch Engineer, Cao Jun said local herders are granted access to graze livestock at the site, while water runoff from solar panel cleaning supports vegetation growth.

Meanwhile, ClientEarth Chief Representative for China, Dimitri De Boer described the model as a “win-win”, saying it supports local livelihoods while improving land quality and advancing sustainability goals.

The project was featured in CGTN’s Art of Governance, which examined how technological innovation is being used to support China’s green development strategy.

China’s green development agenda is a key component of its modernisation strategy and includes efforts to advance carbon peaking and carbon neutrality through emissions reduction, pollution control and expanded green capacity.

China is also a major global supplier of renewable energy equipment, providing about 70 per cent of the world’s wind power equipment and 80 per cent of photovoltaic components, contributing to lower global wind and solar generation costs.

China will continue pursuing green development and international cooperation on climate action as the 15th Five-Year Plan period begins.

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AM BEST AFFIRMS TAIWAN’S SHINKONG INSURANCE RATINGS AT EXCELLENT

KUALA LUMPUR, April 24 (Bernama) -- AM Best has affirmed the financial strength rating (FSR) of A (Excellent) and the long-term issuer credit rating (ICR) of “a+” (Excellent) of Taiwan’s Shinkong Insurance Company Limited (Shinkong Insurance), with a stable outlook.

The credit ratings (ratings) reflect Shinkong Insurance’s very strong balance sheet strength, strong operating performance, neutral business profile and appropriate enterprise risk management, according to AM Best in a statement.

AM Best expects the insurer’s risk-adjusted capitalisation, as measured by Best’s Capital Adequacy Ratio, to remain at the strongest level in 2025 and prospectively, supported by strong earnings generation, consistent capital management, prudent reserving, and a conservative investment strategy.

The insurer’s operating performance remained robust, underpinned by a five-year weighted average return-on-equity of 14.8 per cent and a net combined ratio of 87.5 per cent from 2021 to 2025. In 2025, the company posted favourable results with its net combined ratio edging down to a record low of 82.2 per cent, driven by solid underwriting profitability.

The global credit rating agency said stable investment returns, strict underwriting discipline and effective expense management are expected to continue supporting Shinkong Insurance’s performance over the intermediate term.

Shinkong Insurance is Taiwan’s third-largest non-life insurer by gross premiums written, with a moderately diversified underwriting portfolio led by motor insurance, while its developed risk management framework and stable distribution mix were also viewed as supporting factors in the ratings assessment.

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HERE, LOTUS BRING HIGHWAY NAVIGATION ON AUTOPILOT TO GLOBAL MARKETS

KUALA LUMPUR, April 24 (Bernama) -- HERE Technologies, a mapping and location data company, and Lotus have announced a major milestone in their global collaboration with the debut of Lotus’ first overseas integrated navigation and Highway Navigation on Autopilot (NOA) solution.

The launch marks the first time a Chinese automaker has introduced a unified cockpit navigation and Highway NOA system for international markets, underscoring a step in China’s automotive push toward global innovation leadership.

According to HERE Technologies in a statement, the rollout builds on Lotus’ earlier deployments in China and the subsequent European introduction of HERE Navigation across its electric vehicle (EV) portfolio.

Lotus’ digital cockpit uses HERE Navigation and HERE’s live map as its foundation, enabling EV-aware routing, range assistance and over-the-air updates.

Building on this, the collaboration is extending into Advanced Driver-Assistance Systems (ADAS), including Highway NOA, as it expands across the Asia Pacific, North America and the Middle East.

By leveraging HERE’s AI-powered live map for advanced ADAS capabilities, Lotus drivers gain precise localisation, accurate road geometry, reliable speed limit information and automated lane change.

The system also supports Intelligent Speed Assistance (ISA), introduced in Europe to meet regulatory requirements, highlighting the role of HERE’s mapping intelligence in enabling both safety and driving automation.

The partnership reinforces the long-term collaboration between HERE and Lotus and their shared goal of advancing connected and automated driving experiences globally.

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EZE Cloud Consulting Advances AI-first Strategy with Agile In-house Deployment of Workday GO

EZE Cloud Goes Live on Workday.

By streamlining HCM and Finance on Workday, the organization establishes a high-performance foundation for continuous innovation.

SINGAPORE; BENGALURU, INDIA; AND SAN FRANCISCO, USA, April 22 (Bernama-BUSINESS WIRE) -- Leading by example, EZE Cloud Consulting, an official Services, Sales, and Innovation Partner of Workday, Inc., the enterprise AI platform for managing people, finance, and agents, has implemented the complete Workday Human Capital Management (HCM) and Workday Financial Management suite to power its own global operations across its people and finances.

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This successful go-live, completed in 3 months, leverages an AI-first approach to standardize and automate internal processes, positioning EZE Cloud for long-term growth while demonstrating a deep commitment to adopting a best-in-class enterprise AI platform for its employees.

As a young, globally operating firm with a workforce of 130+ employees, EZE Cloud demonstrates that Workday becomes their “forever platform” as they rapidly scale, beginning with Workday GO. This offering effectively supports agile businesses seeking structure, visibility, and scale across their people and finances.

The Workday GO implementation spans five strategic markets: India, Singapore, the Philippines, Hong Kong, and Malaysia, highlighting Workday’s adaptability across diverse regulatory environments.

As part of Phase 1, EZE Cloud opted for a comprehensive, simultaneous rollout of both Workday Human Capital Management (HCM) and Workday Financial Management. The successful go-live milestones include Workday Core Human Capital Management, Workday Compensation, Workday Absence Management, Workday Time Tracking, Workday Projects, Workday Financial Management, and Workday Orchestrate. This unified approach enables seamless alignment between people and financial data, a capability seen as business-critical for a professional services company to accurately manage its operations.

This internal AI-first transformation of the backend systems is a strategic investment in the firm’s credibility. By "walking the talk," EZE Cloud ensures that its internal support functions, HR, Finance, and IT, are as robust in the Workday ecosystem as its client-facing consultants.

Damodar Pai, Founder & Co-CEO, EZE Cloud Consulting, stated: “This go-live is an indication of our belief in the solution we advocate. By adopting Workday internally, we are reinforcing confidence in the platform’s stability and long-term value. It signifies that we trust Workday to run our own business, creating stronger alignment between our teams and the organizations we support.”

Sandeep Sharma, Co-CEO & Board Member, EZE Cloud Consulting, added: “Our objective was to share a clear message to the ecosystem: EZE Cloud’s growth aspirations require Workday. It is a vital engine for growing companies that seek scalability. Implementing both HCM and Finance modules simultaneously allows us to showcase the true power of a unified data core for digital-first companies like EZE Cloud. Our HR and Finance teams are now empowered to collaborate in a frictionless manner, aided by AI, driving collaboration and operational excellence that mirrors what we deliver to our customers.”

Jess O’Reilly, General Manager, ASEAN, Workday, said: “By unifying HCM and Finance on Workday, EZE Cloud has built the trusted data core essential for an AI‑first strategy. This foundation will unlock faster insights across their people and finances, enabling the company to scale with precision and agility.”

Sunil Jose, President, Workday India, said: “EZE Cloud stands out as both a Workday partner and customer, showcasing how the platform drives transformation inside their own business while strengthening the expertise they deliver to clients. Their rapid, multi‑region deployment underscores Workday’s ability to serve as a scalable, AI‑enabled backbone for growth across all their markets.”

Looking ahead, EZE Cloud has already mapped out Phase 2 of its internal roadmap, which will introduce Workday Advanced Compensation, Workday Talent Acquisition, Workday Talent Optimization, Workday Expense Management, and Workday Learning, powered by Sana. This continued investment aligns with Workday’s growing footprint in India, ASEAN and beyond, positioning EZE Cloud at the forefront of the Workday ecosystem as a future-ready organization.

About EZE Cloud Consulting:

EZE Cloud Consulting is a boutique global Workday advisory organization headquartered in Singapore. An official Workday Services, Sales, and Innovation Partner serving several Fortune 500 companies, EZE Cloud offers a full spectrum of Workday services, including HCM & Finance Transformation, Workday AMS, Workday Adaptive Planning, and Workday Integration.

For more information on how EZE Cloud Consulting can help your organization, write to us at connect@ezecloudconsulting.com.

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Ryobi Systems Sets Up Investment Unit In Singapore

KUALA LUMPUR, April 21 (Bernama) -- Ryobi Systems Co Ltd has established an investment management subsidiary in Singapore, Ryobi International Investment Pte Ltd, in December 2025, with operations commencing in March 2026.

In a statement, the company said the new unit aimed to accelerate business growth through investment activities in Southeast Asia and reinforce the Ryobi Group’s global foundation.

Singapore will serve as a strategic hub for the subsidiary, leveraging its position as a regional centre for talent and information to identify new business opportunities and support the group’s expansion.

The subsidiary will focus on gathering market insights, promoting collaboration, and investing in information technology-focused enterprises across Southeast Asia, with the aim of enhancing the group’s business development.

Additionally, it will localise services to meet local needs and pursue broader regional expansion from Singapore as a central base, strengthening synergies across the group.

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WOLTERS KLUWER: APAC CFOS ACCELERATE AI ADOPTION IN FINANCE

KUALA LUMPUR, April 21 (Bernama) -- Chief Financial Officers (CFOs) in Asia‑Pacific (APAC) are accelerating their adoption of artificial intelligence (AI), recognising its growing influence on the finance function while pursuing implementation in a deliberate, value-driven manner, according to the 2026 Future Ready CFO Survey – APAC Regional Insights by Wolters Kluwer.

The survey found that 83 per cent of APAC CFOs view AI adoption and implementation as a key force reshaping finance, closely aligned with the global average of 85 per cent.

This near parity highlights the rising importance of AI across regions, while APAC finance leaders continue to prioritise disciplined execution shaped by governance requirements and return-on-investment considerations, according to a statement.

The report, which surveyed 1,672 respondents across more than 20 markets, also found that 72 per cent of APAC finance leaders expect AI to have a significant impact on finance operations within the next three years, reflecting strong confidence in its potential to enhance insight, agility and decision-making.

Rather than viewing AI solely as an automation tool, CFOs in the region are focusing on use cases that strengthen control and strategic foresight. Key areas expected to be most impacted include financial planning and analysis, forecasting and scenario modelling, as well as risk management and compliance monitoring.

Despite strong adoption momentum, APAC finance leaders cited several barriers to AI investment, including cost relative to expected returns (58 per cent), concerns over loss of human judgement and oversight (55 per cent), and data quality and governance challenges (53 per cent).

These factors underscore a measured approach to AI adoption in the region, with an emphasis on governance, transparency and regulatory alignment.

The survey also noted that APAC CFOs are expected to take on an expanded role at the intersection of technology, and enterprise risk, particularly in areas such as digital strategy, enterprise risk management and strategic decision support.

Wolters Kluwer said this evolution positions CFOs as key stewards of both innovation and resilience, as organisations balance AI-driven transformation with governance and control.

It suggested that APAC CFOs may gain a long‑term advantage by aligning AI investment with strong controls, talent readiness, and regulatory confidence, as those who are able to balance innovation with governance are best fit to navigate the next stage of finance transformation.

-- BERNAMA

BODOR LASER RETAINS GLOBAL NO.1 IN LASER CUTTING MACHINE SALES FOR SEVENTH YEAR

KUALA LUMPUR, April 21 (Bernama) -- Bodor Laser has ranked No. 1 globally in sales of laser cutting machines (1,000 watts and above) for the seventh consecutive year, according to data released by Qianzhan Industry Research Institute in March 2026.

The company also surpassed 10,000 units in annual sales in 2025, remaining the only manufacturer to achieve this milestone. The recognition was announced at ITES 2026 in Shenzhen, where Bodor Laser highlighted advances in manufacturing, innovation and global expansion.

“A seventh consecutive No. 1 ranking is not the end but a new starting point,” said Bodor Laser Senior Vice President, Zhan Zhihao, noting the company’s continued focus on innovation and support for global manufacturing.

At the event, the company said its DreamSpace super factory delivered more than 10,000 machines over the past year, while its South China headquarters in Shenzhen has commenced operations, strengthening its production and operational capabilities.

In a statement, Bodor Laser said it attributed its sustained leadership to continued investment in research and development, with tens of millions of United States (US) dollars invested over the past five years.

The company has built in-house capabilities across core components and developed a substantial patent portfolio, with products receiving international recognition, including Red Dot and iF Design Awards.

In 2025, the company expanded its portfolio with high-speed, high-precision systems and intelligent production solutions, enhancing efficiency in applications such as automotive parts manufacturing and sheet metal processing.

Bodor Laser has also strengthened its global footprint, with manufacturing bases in China and Thailand, more than 10 overseas subsidiaries and service centres, and operations spanning over 180 countries and regions with more than 3,500 employees worldwide.

-- BERNAMA

HKTB SHOWCASES HONG KONG AS ‘EVENTS CAPITAL OF ASIA’ AT HONG KONG SEVENS 50TH ANNIVERSARY

KUALA LUMPUR, April 20 (Bernama) -- The Hong Kong Tourism Board (HKTB) is promoting Hong Kong’s position as the “Events Capital of Asia” by leveraging the 50th anniversary of the Cathay/HSBC Hong Kong Sevens under its “Hong Kong Mega 8” campaign.

In a statement, HKTB said the globally renowned rugby tournament serves as a key platform to attract international visitors, highlighting the city’s ability to host world-class events that combine sports, culture and innovation.

Adding a technological dimension to the celebrations, China-made robots previously featured on CCTV’s Spring Festival Gala performed at the opening ceremony, delivering a dynamic showcase alongside traditional elements such as a dragon dance and cheerleading routines.

HKTB Chairman, Dr Peter Lam said the Hong Kong Sevens has evolved into a major international sporting event over the past five decades, drawing global attention and reinforcing the city’s appeal as a premier destination for large-scale events.

Blending tradition with innovative elements, the opening performance of the 50th edition was packed with highlights. Following a dragon dance, 10 robots teamed up seamlessly with a cheerleading squad, kicking off the event with dynamic choreography and precise coordination.

After the cheerleading performance, lasers danced across the Main Stadium pitch and displayed the participating nations over the years, the names of legendary Sevens players, and the effect of twin dragons soaring over Hong Kong, celebrating 50 years of the Hong Kong Sevens development.

The closing ceremony also featured a spectacular pyrotechnic display launched from the stadium roof, bringing the three-day tournament to a dazzling finale.

Beyond the stadium, HKTB extended promotional efforts by featuring the robots at iconic locations including the Avenue of Stars in Tsim Sha Tsui and the East Coast Boardwalk in North Point, creating content to boost Hong Kong’s global visibility.

To further strengthen outreach, HKTB collaborated with Hong Kong China Rugby to host international key opinion leaders (KOLs), alongside representatives from the travel trade, MICE and cruise sectors, offering firsthand experience of the event and the city’s tourism offerings.

-- BERNAMA

MULTI-COLOR CORPORATION CONFIRMS REORGANISATION PLAN

KUALA LUMPUR, April 20 (Bernama) -- Multi-Color Corporation (MCC), a leader in prime label solutions, has confirmed its prepackaged plan of reorganisation and expects to emerge from prepackaged Chapter 11 in the coming weeks.

MCC President and Chief Executive Officer, Hassan Rmaile said with the support of financial stakeholders, MCC will emerge with a significantly deleveraged balance sheet and liquidity to support operations, invest in innovation, and continue delivering label solutions for its customers.

“I am grateful to our teammates, customers, and suppliers for their steadfast commitment and support throughout this process, and we look forward to the opportunities ahead,” he said in a statement.

Under the terms of the plan, MCC will complete a comprehensive restructuring transaction that significantly deleverages its balance sheet and recapitalises the business.

The restructuring reduces net debt by approximately US$3.8 billion, lowers annualised cash interest expense by more than US$330 million, and extends long-term debt maturities to 2033. (US$1 = RM3.95)

In addition, MCC will receive a US$889 million investment from CD&R and a group of existing secured lenders, and is expected to hold more than US$500 million in available liquidity post-emergence to support long-term growth and investment.

Plan confirmation follows a successful mediation and global settlement among all major constituencies in MCC’s prepackaged Chapter 11 cases, with more than 99 per cent of voting stakeholders approving the restructuring plan.

With approval from the United States Bankruptcy Court for the District of New Jersey, MCC expects to receive proceeds from the new equity investment and complete its financial restructuring in the coming weeks.

-- BERNAMA

MONEYHERO TO RELEASE 2025 FINANCIAL RESULTS ON APRIL 30

KUALA LUMPUR, April 20 (Bernama) -- MoneyHero Limited (MoneyHero), a tech- and artificial intelligence (AI)-powered personal finance aggregation and comparison platform, will release its fourth quarter and full year 2025 results on April 30.

The results will be released before market opens, followed by a conference call on the same day to discuss the performance, according to a statement.

Investors and other interested parties are able to join the conference call by registering for the webcast or audio conference, with a replay available on the Investor Relations website for 12 months.

Operating in Singapore, Hong Kong, Taiwan and the Philippines, MoneyHero had over 260 commercial partner relationships as at Sept 30, 2025, and had approximately 5.1 million monthly unique users across its platform for the three-month period ended Sept 30, 2025.

-- BERNAMA

Bitget Launches CFD Copy Trading as Demand for Cross-Market Exposure Accelerates

VICTORIA, Seychelles, April 15 (Bernama-GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Bitget, the world’s largest Universal Exchange (UEX), today launched CFD Copy Trading, expanding access to traditional financial markets and allowing users to automatically follow professional traders across forex, commodities, and indices directly from the Bitget platform.

The launch follows strong growth in Bitget’s CFD business, which recently surpassed $6 billion in single-day trading volume as users responded to heightened volatility across global markets. Recent price movements in gold, oil, major currency pairs, and equity indices have drawn increased participation from crypto-native traders seeking broader market exposure as macro conditions become more interconnected.

While that growth has largely been driven by experienced traders able to react quickly to macroeconomic signals, access remains uneven for everyday users who do not actively track market developments or trade across multiple asset classes. CFD Copy Trading is designed to reduce that barrier by allowing users to mirror the strategies of top-performing traders starting from 50 USDT, using the same copy trading framework already familiar across Bitget’s futures and spot products.

“More users are paying attention to macro movements because the opportunity set has widened beyond crypto alone,” said Gracy Chen, CEO of Bitget. “What matters now is making that access practical. Copy trading lowers the execution barrier for users who want exposure to global markets without needing to build that expertise from scratch.”

The product is built on Bitget’s MT5-integrated CFD infrastructure and introduces several mechanisms designed to improve execution and transparency for both traders and followers. MT5 account creation and withdrawal processing are completed in under three seconds through a fully automated backend process, reducing friction at onboarding and settlement. Bitget also applies a High-Water Mark profit-sharing model, under which expert traders only receive profit share when a follower’s account reaches a new net profit high after fully recovering prior losses. This means traders are rewarded only when followers have reached net profitability, aligning incentives more directly across both sides of the strategy.

Performance data including ROI, follower count, and profit-sharing figures refresh hourly, replacing the delayed reporting model still common across much of the market. Profit-sharing settlements are processed daily, and eligible traders can receive up to 30% in profit share, with VIP structures also allowing restricted access portfolios for invited followers.

The launch also expands Bitget’s broader Universal Exchange strategy, which is built around giving users access to multiple asset classes under a single account structure. Through USDT-based margin, users can move between crypto, commodities, forex, and indices without transferring funds between external brokers or converting capital across separate platforms. For crypto users, CFD Copy Trading creates a simpler entry point into traditional financial markets. For experienced MT5 and forex traders, it also creates a new entry point into Bitget’s broader ecosystem, where traditional and digital asset markets increasingly overlap within a single trading environment.

To know more about CFD copy trading, please visit here.

About Bitget
Bitget is the world’s largest Universal Exchange (UEX), serving over 125 million users and offering access to over 2M crypto tokens, 100+ tokenized stocks, ETFs, commodities, FX, and precious metals such as gold. The ecosystem is committed to helping users trade smarter with its AI agent, which co-pilots trade execution. Bitget is driving crypto adoption through strategic partnerships with LALIGA and MotoGP™. Aligned with its global impact strategy, Bitget has joined hands with UNICEF to support blockchain education for 1.1 million people by 2027. Bitget currently leads in the tokenized TradFi market, providing the industry’s lowest fees and highest liquidity across 150 regions worldwide.

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AM BEST AFFIRMS NEW ZEALAND’S PINNACLE LIFE CREDIT RATINGS

KUALA LUMPUR, April 16 (Bernama) -- Global credit rating agency, AM Best has affirmed the financial strength rating of B+ (Good) and the long-term issuer credit rating of “bbb-” (Good) of New Zealand’s Pinnacle Life Limited (Pinnacle Life), with a stable outlook.

The credit ratings (ratings) reflect Pinnacle Life’s adequate balance sheet strength, operating performance, limited business profile and appropriate enterprise risk management (ERM), alongside a neutral impact from its parent, Greenstone Holdco Pty Limited (Greenstone).

In a statement, AM Best said Pinnacle Life’s balance sheet strength is supported by strong risk-adjusted capitalisation at fiscal year-end 2025, as measured by Best’s Capital Adequacy Ratio, along with sound regulatory solvency and financial flexibility.

However, reliance on third-party reinsurance and a relatively small capital base increase sensitivity to business growth, interest rate changes and external shocks.

Operating performance is assessed as adequate, driven by stable underwriting results and healthy investment returns, although earnings have shown moderate volatility due to interest rate movements and elevated expenses. The company is expected to maintain adequate performance as it continues its expansion strategy.

AM Best also noted Pinnacle Life’s limited business profile, reflecting its small scale and concentration in the New Zealand market, with a focus on mortality products such as term life and funeral insurance. Growth is largely supported by Greenstone as a key distribution partner, alongside direct online channels.

Pinnacle Life’s ERM is considered appropriate for the company’s size and complexity, with further development expected as the company expands its operations.

-- BERNAMA

DENODO REPORT HIGHLIGHTS "TRUST GAP" IN AGENTIC AI ADOPTION

KUALA LUMPUR, April 16 (Bernama) -- Denodo, a leader in data management, has released The AI Trust Gap Report, a global study revealing that the next phase of artificial intelligence (AI)—agentic AI—is facing significant trust challenges driven by data-related issues.

“AI is rapidly shifting from systems that merely answer questions to systems that take autonomous action, and this transition changes the data requirement entirely,” said Denodo vice president of Product Marketing, Dominic Sartorio, noting that real-time, governed and contextually relevant data is critical for scaling agentic AI with confidence.

The report finds that 63 per cent of organisations struggle to locate relevant, context-specific data, while 66 per cent say real-time data access is essential for AI to be considered trustworthy.

At the same time, 67 per cent face difficulties maintaining consistent security and access controls, adding to the complexity of deploying autonomous AI systems safely, according to a statement.

Data scale is also a growing concern, with enterprise AI initiatives drawing from an average of over 400 data sources and 20 per cent of organisations managing more than 1,000 sources.

Nearly 60 per cent of respondents report performance challenges in handling the intensive workloads required for large-scale AI.

The report concludes that the "trust gap" stems not from AI models themselves, but from fragmented and outdated data architectures. Bridging this gap will be essential for organisations seeking to transition from experimental AI use cases to fully automated, enterprise-scale deployments.

-- BERNAMA

​AM Best to Deliver Reinsurance-Related Presentations to Shanghai International Reinsurance Exchange Members

SINGAPORE, April 13 (Bernama-BUSINESS WIRE) -- AM Best will deliver a pair of presentations as part of a half-day seminar with members of the Shanghai International Reinsurance Exchange (SIRE), scheduled to take place on 22 April 2026, in Shanghai, China.

Rob Curtis, managing director and chief executive officer of AM Best’s Singapore operations, and Judy Li, market development analyst, will lead the presentations. The first is titled, “The Role of Credit Ratings in Reinsurance,” and the second is “How Credit Ratings Are Assigned: The AM Best Approach.” The goal of the seminar sessions is to share AM Best’s insights on global and Asia Pacific reinsurance trends and the role of credit ratings in reinsurance arrangements.

Curtis has been with AM Best since 2022, and has years of experience in Asia’s insurance markets, with key roles held previously with Hong Kong’s Insurance Authority and the International Association of Insurance Supervisors. Li joined AM Best in 2024 with the aim of fostering better understanding about AM Best, its role in the insurance industry and the resources it offers to insurance professionals, including Best’s Credit Ratings and Best’s Performance Assessments for Delegated Underwriting Authority Enterprises.

Lei Zhao, general manager of the exchange, will open the session and deliver the opening remarks. Zhuoying Huang head of markets, Europe & East China of the exchange will moderate both sessions; each will end with a question-and-answer period.

To arrange a meeting with Curtis, who also is head of market development for the Asia-Pacific region, please email robert.curtis@ambest.com. To arrange a meeting with Judy Li, please email judy.li@ambest.com.

The seminar will take place at the SIRE building in Shanghai's Lingang Special Area. To learn more about the exchange, please visit here.

AM Best is a global credit rating agency, news publisher and data analytics provider specialising in the insurance industry. Headquartered in the United States, the company does business in over 100 countries with regional offices in London, Amsterdam, Dubai, Hong Kong, Singapore and Mexico City. For more information, visit www.ambest.com.

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CEO, AM Best Asia-Pacific (Singapore)
Pte. Ltd., Managing Director,
Market Development
+65 6303 5007
robert.curtis@ambest.com 

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Associate Director, Public Relations
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Senior Industry Research Analyst
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AI-Media Unveils LEXI Text Encoder and LEXI Voice Encoder in Major Product Milestone at NAB 2026

NEW YORK, April 15 (Bernama-GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- AI-Media, a global leader in AI-powered language technology and live captioning solutions, today announced the launch of two new next-generation encoders - the LEXI Text Encoder and LEXI Voice Encoder – at NAB Show 2026. Marking the company’s first new encoder hardware release in over a decade, this milestone builds on the proven success of AI-Media’s industry gold-standard Encoder Pro (HD592), trusted by broadcasters and enterprises worldwide.

The new solutions deliver powerful performance upgrades, advanced AI-driven capabilities, and a flexible subscription-based model designed to transform live broadcast workflows.

Built for the evolving demands of live production, both encoders combine high-performance hardware with intelligent automation to deliver greater efficiency, scalability, and quality across broadcast environments.

Next-Generation Encoder Highlights:

• 4K Broadcast Ready (12G-SDI) – Engineered for high-performance live production with full 4K support.
• Upgraded Processing Power – Future-proofed hardware designed to support increasingly complex AI-driven workflows.
• LEXI Live Sync (formerly CCMatch) – Configurable timing alignment ensures captions and translations remain perfectly synced with video feeds.
• Flexible Integration – Designed to work seamlessly across SDI, IP, and cloud-based workflows within the AI-Media ecosystem.

The LEXI Voice Encoder further enhances multilingual workflows with advanced AI sound separation and clean-up, isolating speech and removing background noise to optimise audio inputs for high-quality voice translation.

“This marks a significant step forward for AI-Media,” said Bill McLaughlin, Chief Product Officer at AI-Media. “For the first time in over a decade, we’re introducing entirely new encoder hardware—built not just to support today’s workflows, but to power the next generation of AI-driven live production. We’re focused on delivering the infrastructure that enables content to be understood in any language, anywhere in the world.”

AI-Media is also introducing a Hardware-as-a-Subscription (HaaS) model across its encoder range, including the new releases. This approach eliminates upfront capital expenditure and provides customers with a scalable, cost-effective way to access the latest technology as their needs evolve.

As part of its NAB 2026 presence, AI-Media is offering a limited-time incentive, with customers able to secure three months FREE, enabling immediate access to next-generation technology while reducing upfront costs.

At NAB 2026, AI-Media will also showcase its full LEXI Suite, an end-to-end ecosystem of AI-powered solutions designed to enhance accessibility, engagement, and global reach:

• LEXI Text – Industry-leading live captioning
• LEXI Voice – AI-generated multilingual voice translation
• LEXI Translate – Real-time language translation
• LEXI AD (Audio Description) – Enhanced accessibility for visually impaired audiences
• LEXI AI (Insights) – Actionable data and performance analytics
   

Visitors to the AI-Media booth will experience how the LEXI Suite integrates seamlessly with the new encoder technology to deliver a unified, scalable solution for broadcasters, enterprises, and content owners.

In addition, attendees can experience AI-Media technology across NAB through partner installations, including collaborations with AudioShake, Grass Valley and NVIDIA, demonstrating high-performance, AI-enabled workflows across the broadcast ecosystem.

Attendees can visit AI-Media at Booth #W2142 to see live demonstrations of the new encoders and the full LEXI ecosystem in action.

About AI-Media

AI-Media (ASX: AIM) is a global leader in live AI-powered language solutions and broadcast infrastructure. Its LEXI Suite delivers a range of SaaS solutions - including LEXI, LEXI Translate, LEXI Voice, and LEXI Insights - enabling real-time captioning, translation, multilingual workflows, and metadata-driven insights, enhanced by advanced AI for greater accuracy, performance, and operational efficiency. Underpinning these solutions, AI-Media’s broadcast-grade encoder technology ensures seamless integration into live production environments across IP, SDI, and streaming workflows. Trusted worldwide, AI-Media empowers broadcasters, enterprises, and governments to scale communication, enhance accessibility, and unlock new markets and value from content through intelligent language technologies.

Media Contact:
Fiona Habben
fiona.habben@ai-media.tv 

SOURCE: Ai-Media Technologies LLC