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Huawei Elevates Financial AI Solutions to Power Digital and Intelligent Transformation in Global Finance

BARCELONA, Spain, March 4, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- During MWC Barcelona 2026, Huawei hosted the finance session themed "Powering Resilient Intelligence, Co-creating Finance Future". At the event, Huawei announced a comprehensive upgrade of its Banking AI and Foundation Model Solutions, elevating core capabilities in Scenario, Technology, Systems Engineering, and Ecosystem. Jason Cao, CEO of Huawei Digital Finance BU, highlighted that in today's world of uncertainty, banks must build resilience across multiple dimensions, ensuring multi-active redundancy to prevent system failures, reinforcing multi-layer security against cyberattacks, and laying a solid foundation for global financial institutions to accelerate into the AI era. Jason Cao, CEO of Huawei Digital Finance BU Alvin Feng, President of Huawei Digital Finance International, delivered a speech titled "Beyond Digital: Towards AI-Infused Finance." He emphasized that the transition from traditional banks to AI-driven banks brings profound changes in customer interactions, human-machine collaboration, decision-making approaches, system architecture, and customer experience. Banks need a clear blueprint that links business strategy with technology execution. Drawing on global experience with leading financial institutions, Huawei created the Intelligent Finance Value Implementer to meet this need. It provides a structured approach to scenario selection, enterprise architecture, and AI deployment, enabling banks to build both digital and AI foundations. Supported by systems engineering and an open ecosystem, it helps banks realize both technological and business value. This reflects a fundamental shift: technology is no longer a support function—it is now a value center at the heart of the business. Alvin Feng added that the key to AI banking lies in using systems engineering to unify AI infrastructure with open ecosystems, reengineering banking processes through Human Intelligence and Artificial Intelligence collaboration. To this end, Huawei has comprehensively upgraded its Banking AI and Foundation Model Solutions: Huawei unveiled its latest SuperPoD offerings, AI Data Platform, and Xinghe AI Network, to help financial customers build resilient infrastructure for both general-purpose and AI computing. By building end-to-end capabilities in intelligent operations & maintenance, specialized model tuning, agent development, and scenario design, Huawei has leveraged systems engineering to reduce the agent development cycle from months to weeks, improve the prompt accuracy by 10%, and cut the end-to-end latency by over 60%. The RongHai Program has been upgraded to include over 150 solution partners and over 11,000 consulting, sales, service, and integration partners worldwide to build an ecosystem spanning customer operations, risk management, and automation, and jointly innovate AI in all scenarios with financial institutions. Looking ahead, Huawei remains committed to continuous innovation, helping global financial institutions build intelligent, autonomous, and resilient digital infrastructure. With its open ecosystem and systems engineering capabilities, Huawei will drive the deep integration of AI into core financial scenarios.

2026-03-04

Huawei Elevates Financial AI Solutions to Power Digital and Intelligent Transformation in Global Finance

BARCELONA, Spain, March 4, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- During MWC Barcelona 2026, Huawei hosted the finance session themed "Powering Resilient Intelligence, Co-creating Finance Future". At the event, Huawei announced a comprehensive upgrade of its Banking AI and Foundation Model Solutions, elevating core capabilities in Scenario, Technology, Systems Engineering, and Ecosystem. Jason Cao, CEO of Huawei Digital Finance BU, highlighted that in today's world of uncertainty, banks must build resilience across multiple dimensions, ensuring multi-active redundancy to prevent system failures, reinforcing multi-layer security against cyberattacks, and laying a solid foundation for global financial institutions to accelerate into the AI era. Jason Cao, CEO of Huawei Digital Finance BU Alvin Feng, President of Huawei Digital Finance International, delivered a speech titled "Beyond Digital: Towards AI-Infused Finance." He emphasized that the transition from traditional banks to AI-driven banks brings profound changes in customer interactions, human-machine collaboration, decision-making approaches, system architecture, and customer experience. Banks need a clear blueprint that links business strategy with technology execution. Drawing on global experience with leading financial institutions, Huawei created the Intelligent Finance Value Implementer to meet this need. It provides a structured approach to scenario selection, enterprise architecture, and AI deployment, enabling banks to build both digital and AI foundations. Supported by systems engineering and an open ecosystem, it helps banks realize both technological and business value. This reflects a fundamental shift: technology is no longer a support function—it is now a value center at the heart of the business. Alvin Feng added that the key to AI banking lies in using systems engineering to unify AI infrastructure with open ecosystems, reengineering banking processes through Human Intelligence and Artificial Intelligence collaboration. To this end, Huawei has comprehensively upgraded its Banking AI and Foundation Model Solutions: Huawei unveiled its latest SuperPoD offerings, AI Data Platform, and Xinghe AI Network, to help financial customers build resilient infrastructure for both general-purpose and AI computing. By building end-to-end capabilities in intelligent operations & maintenance, specialized model tuning, agent development, and scenario design, Huawei has leveraged systems engineering to reduce the agent development cycle from months to weeks, improve the prompt accuracy by 10%, and cut the end-to-end latency by over 60%. The RongHai Program has been upgraded to include over 150 solution partners and over 11,000 consulting, sales, service, and integration partners worldwide to build an ecosystem spanning customer operations, risk management, and automation, and jointly innovate AI in all scenarios with financial institutions. Looking ahead, Huawei remains committed to continuous innovation, helping global financial institutions build intelligent, autonomous, and resilient digital infrastructure. With its open ecosystem and systems engineering capabilities, Huawei will drive the deep integration of AI into core financial scenarios.

2026-03-04

Huawei Launches Scenario-Specific Solutions for Office, Healthcare, and Education

BARCELONA, Spain, March 4, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- At MWC 2026, Huawei unveiled a range of new scenario-specific solutions for office, healthcare, and education. By integrating intelligent and digital technologies into its video conferencing solutions, Huawei provides a solid technical foundation to drive enterprises' digital transformation. Intelligent Conferencing and Office Solution: Creating an All-Scenario Device-Cloud Synergy Ecosystem Huawei's intelligent conference and office solution introduces groundbreaking smart features, including a voice assistant for scheduling meetings, real-time translation with subtitles during meetings, and role-based post-meeting summaries to improve efficiency. Devices such as the IdeaHub S3 and other meeting displays integrate with leading cloud conferencing platforms outside China, using AI to meet the seamless cross-regional, cross-device collaboration needs of multinational companies. Huawei IdeaHub series Telemedicine Solution: Making Quality Medical Resources More Accessible The uneven distribution of medical resources often hinders patients from receiving timely and effective diagnosis and treatment, a longstanding issue in the healthcare sector. Huawei's telemedicine system facilitates real-time remote communication between doctors and patients, breaking down barriers across departments, hospitals, and regions. The immersive telepresence system provides a face-to-face communication experience in scenarios such as remote multidisciplinary consultations and emergency command. Ge Fangmin, Director of the Internet Medicine Center at the Second Affiliated Hospital of Zhejiang University, delivered a keynote speech at the event on how AI-assisted digital collaboration is transforming the telemedicine ecosystem and helping small- and medium-sized medical institutions conveniently access remote medical resources from central hospitals. The keynote included practical experiences in scenarios such as multi-hospital collaboration and multi-disciplinary remote consultation. Ge Fangmin, Director of the Internet Medicine Center at the Second Affiliated Hospital of Zhejiang University, delivered a keynote speech AI Classroom: Redefining Education Huawei also introduced the AI smart classroom solution, centered on the IdeaHub K3 series in various sizes, to foster a new way of teaching that emphasizes AI, efficient interactions, and environmental sustainability. In partnership with industry-leading companies such as ULearning and Chaoxing, Huawei has developed smart teaching platforms to deliver a seamless educational experience. The IdeaHub K3 boasts physical anti-blue light and ultrasonic projection capabilities, and it seamlessly adapts to multiple systems and ecosystems. The IdeaManager facilitates unified device operation and management, promoting energy saving. Huawei and Chaoxing Fanya jointly launched the Newvar AI-LMS smart teaching platform. This platform seamlessly integrates online and offline learning, enables instant, personalized AI-driven instruction, and introduces a new hybrid teaching model that leverages AI data to improve learning outcomes. The AI classroom solution will accelerate the digital transformation of education. AI Classroom Solution Global Launch Looking forward, Huawei will continue to innovate its products and technologies, working closely with global intelligent collaboration partners to drive the digital transformation of vertical industries. Huawei's vision is to facilitate efficient interconnection and collaboration among people, teams, and organizations, and build a fully connected, intelligent world.

2026-03-04

Huawei Launches Scenario-Specific Solutions for Office, Healthcare, and Education

BARCELONA, Spain, March 4, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- At MWC 2026, Huawei unveiled a range of new scenario-specific solutions for office, healthcare, and education. By integrating intelligent and digital technologies into its video conferencing solutions, Huawei provides a solid technical foundation to drive enterprises' digital transformation. Intelligent Conferencing and Office Solution: Creating an All-Scenario Device-Cloud Synergy Ecosystem Huawei's intelligent conference and office solution introduces groundbreaking smart features, including a voice assistant for scheduling meetings, real-time translation with subtitles during meetings, and role-based post-meeting summaries to improve efficiency. Devices such as the IdeaHub S3 and other meeting displays integrate with leading cloud conferencing platforms outside China, using AI to meet the seamless cross-regional, cross-device collaboration needs of multinational companies. Huawei IdeaHub series Telemedicine Solution: Making Quality Medical Resources More Accessible The uneven distribution of medical resources often hinders patients from receiving timely and effective diagnosis and treatment, a longstanding issue in the healthcare sector. Huawei's telemedicine system facilitates real-time remote communication between doctors and patients, breaking down barriers across departments, hospitals, and regions. The immersive telepresence system provides a face-to-face communication experience in scenarios such as remote multidisciplinary consultations and emergency command. Ge Fangmin, Director of the Internet Medicine Center at the Second Affiliated Hospital of Zhejiang University, delivered a keynote speech at the event on how AI-assisted digital collaboration is transforming the telemedicine ecosystem and helping small- and medium-sized medical institutions conveniently access remote medical resources from central hospitals. The keynote included practical experiences in scenarios such as multi-hospital collaboration and multi-disciplinary remote consultation. Ge Fangmin, Director of the Internet Medicine Center at the Second Affiliated Hospital of Zhejiang University, delivered a keynote speech AI Classroom: Redefining Education Huawei also introduced the AI smart classroom solution, centered on the IdeaHub K3 series in various sizes, to foster a new way of teaching that emphasizes AI, efficient interactions, and environmental sustainability. In partnership with industry-leading companies such as ULearning and Chaoxing, Huawei has developed smart teaching platforms to deliver a seamless educational experience. The IdeaHub K3 boasts physical anti-blue light and ultrasonic projection capabilities, and it seamlessly adapts to multiple systems and ecosystems. The IdeaManager facilitates unified device operation and management, promoting energy saving. Huawei and Chaoxing Fanya jointly launched the Newvar AI-LMS smart teaching platform. This platform seamlessly integrates online and offline learning, enables instant, personalized AI-driven instruction, and introduces a new hybrid teaching model that leverages AI data to improve learning outcomes. The AI classroom solution will accelerate the digital transformation of education. AI Classroom Solution Global Launch Looking forward, Huawei will continue to innovate its products and technologies, working closely with global intelligent collaboration partners to drive the digital transformation of vertical industries. Huawei's vision is to facilitate efficient interconnection and collaboration among people, teams, and organizations, and build a fully connected, intelligent world.

2026-03-04

Huawei Launches iFTTO Solution, Accelerating Campus Intelligence with Innovative Capabilities

BARCELONA, Spain, March 4, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- At MWC Barcelona 2026, Huawei unveiled its iFTTO solution, designed to accelerate the intelligent transformation of campuses through artificial intelligence. By integrating optical networks with AI technologies, iFTTO aims to build a robust foundation for the rapid expansion of campus AI applications. The solution features multi-dimensional information convergence, intelligent O&M, and open IoT, enabling campuses to evolve into truly intelligent environments. Perry Yang, President of Huawei Enterprise Optical Domain As AI applications flourish in campuses, traditional physical spaces are being transformed into digital, intelligent ecosystems. This evolution demands higher network bandwidth and lower latency, while introducing new challenges for intelligent campus operations. It is in this context that "Huawei has upgraded its FTTO solution to the iFTTO solution, driving campus networks beyond traditional "connectivity" toward multi-dimensional information convergence and the Internet of Things. This evolution establishes a unified foundation that integrates vision, computing, and control, laying the groundwork for smart campus transformation and accelerating the journey toward intelligent operations," according to Perry Yang, President of Huawei Enterprise Optical Domain. To address the evolving requirements of smart campuses, Huawei introduced the O-N.E.X.T concept, which combines optical and intelligent technologies within the iFTTO solution. This approach redefines the value of campus networks and fosters a new smart campus ecosystem. N.E.X.T encapsulates four innovative solution features. N stands for "Network Unified by Optical," where optical networks connect directly to terminals, transforming the architecture from two layers into one. E stands for "Ecosystem of Open IoT," which is achieved through Huawei's industry-first Wi-Fi 7 optical IoT AP with built-in NearLink and Bluetooth modules, enabling unified deployment and a shared bus for both network and IoT connectivity. X stands for "X-Dimensional Information Fusion," which supports multi-dimensional data sources such as vision, Wi-Fi channels, radio frequency, and 3D LiDAR, enabling various AI applications through multi-modal collaborative computing. T stands for "Towards Autonomous Operation (autonomous driving network)," which highlights Huawei's adoption of the industry's first intelligent agent for all-optical campus O&M. This supports interactive, proactive O&M, delivering closed-loop management and improving operational efficiency. And finally, O stands for "Open 3-Layer Computing Power," which supports the deployment of AI applications across industries such as smart healthcare and energy-efficient hospitality through cloud-edge-device synergy. Huawei's iFTTO solution delivers differentiated and unique value for specific scenarios across industries such as education, healthcare, and hospitality. In education, the iFTTO solution uses passive all-optical aggregation and tri-band Wi-Fi 7 optical APs to deliver ultra-10G connectivity to every room, building ultra-broadband campus networks. It also enables coordinated control of classroom lighting and air conditioning, helping reduce energy consumption. In dormitories, AI algorithms prioritize critical services to improve user experience. In healthcare, 50G PON accelerates AI-powered pathology analysis, while optical terminals interconnect with IoT devices in wards to support intelligent nursing and protect patient privacy. For hotels, innovative 2D-to-3D video conversion technology offers guests an immersive entertainment experience. To date, Huawei's FTTO solution has served more than 15,000 campuses.

2026-03-04

Huawei Launches iFTTO Solution, Accelerating Campus Intelligence with Innovative Capabilities

BARCELONA, Spain, March 4, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- At MWC Barcelona 2026, Huawei unveiled its iFTTO solution, designed to accelerate the intelligent transformation of campuses through artificial intelligence. By integrating optical networks with AI technologies, iFTTO aims to build a robust foundation for the rapid expansion of campus AI applications. The solution features multi-dimensional information convergence, intelligent O&M, and open IoT, enabling campuses to evolve into truly intelligent environments. Perry Yang, President of Huawei Enterprise Optical Domain As AI applications flourish in campuses, traditional physical spaces are being transformed into digital, intelligent ecosystems. This evolution demands higher network bandwidth and lower latency, while introducing new challenges for intelligent campus operations. It is in this context that "Huawei has upgraded its FTTO solution to the iFTTO solution, driving campus networks beyond traditional "connectivity" toward multi-dimensional information convergence and the Internet of Things. This evolution establishes a unified foundation that integrates vision, computing, and control, laying the groundwork for smart campus transformation and accelerating the journey toward intelligent operations," according to Perry Yang, President of Huawei Enterprise Optical Domain. To address the evolving requirements of smart campuses, Huawei introduced the O-N.E.X.T concept, which combines optical and intelligent technologies within the iFTTO solution. This approach redefines the value of campus networks and fosters a new smart campus ecosystem. N.E.X.T encapsulates four innovative solution features. N stands for "Network Unified by Optical," where optical networks connect directly to terminals, transforming the architecture from two layers into one. E stands for "Ecosystem of Open IoT," which is achieved through Huawei's industry-first Wi-Fi 7 optical IoT AP with built-in NearLink and Bluetooth modules, enabling unified deployment and a shared bus for both network and IoT connectivity. X stands for "X-Dimensional Information Fusion," which supports multi-dimensional data sources such as vision, Wi-Fi channels, radio frequency, and 3D LiDAR, enabling various AI applications through multi-modal collaborative computing. T stands for "Towards Autonomous Operation (autonomous driving network)," which highlights Huawei's adoption of the industry's first intelligent agent for all-optical campus O&M. This supports interactive, proactive O&M, delivering closed-loop management and improving operational efficiency. And finally, O stands for "Open 3-Layer Computing Power," which supports the deployment of AI applications across industries such as smart healthcare and energy-efficient hospitality through cloud-edge-device synergy. Huawei's iFTTO solution delivers differentiated and unique value for specific scenarios across industries such as education, healthcare, and hospitality. In education, the iFTTO solution uses passive all-optical aggregation and tri-band Wi-Fi 7 optical APs to deliver ultra-10G connectivity to every room, building ultra-broadband campus networks. It also enables coordinated control of classroom lighting and air conditioning, helping reduce energy consumption. In dormitories, AI algorithms prioritize critical services to improve user experience. In healthcare, 50G PON accelerates AI-powered pathology analysis, while optical terminals interconnect with IoT devices in wards to support intelligent nursing and protect patient privacy. For hotels, innovative 2D-to-3D video conversion technology offers guests an immersive entertainment experience. To date, Huawei's FTTO solution has served more than 15,000 campuses.

2026-03-04

AI-Powered Growth Lifts Newborn Town's 2025 Net Profit Attributable to Owners by Over 87% YoY

HONG KONG, March 4, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Newborn Town Inc. (Newborn Town or the company, stock code: 09911.HK), a leading global social entertainment company, issued a positive profit alert for the year ended December 31, 2025, reporting solid revenue growth and a significant increase in profits. For the twelve months ended December 31, 2025, total revenue is expected to range between RMB6,760 Million and RMB7,000 Million, representing year-on-year growth of approximately 32.8% to 37.5%. Net profit attributable to owners of the Company is expected to be between RMB900 Million and RMB940 Million, reflecting year-on-year growth of 87.5% to 95.8%. Adjusted EBITDA is projected to range from RMB1,180 Million to RMB1,220 Million, up approximately 22.5% to 26.7% compared with the previous year. AI Integration Strengthens Social Product Portfolio According to the announcement, Newborn Town's strong performance growth was primarily driven by the continued integration and optimization of AI technologies across its business operations, which supported the steady growth of its diversified social product portfolio. In 2025, Newborn Town's social networking business delivered robust growth and remained a key contributor to the Company's profits. Social gaming platform TopTop sustained growth in both user scale and monetization performance. Meanwhile, live-streaming platform MICO and voice-based social platform YoHo maintained their positions within niche segments, contributing stable revenue and profit. During the year, the Company's flagship products continued to expand in key markets including the Middle East and North Africa (MENA). In 2025, TopTop further strengthened its user reach and monetization performance, with downloads and revenue ranking among the leading titles in its category. Recognizing its innovation and growth in the "social + gaming" segment, TopTop was named "Best Social Game Platform" at the Sensor Tower APAC Awards, which recognize leading mobile apps and games in the Asia-Pacific region. The platform has also expanded its presence in new markets. Leveraging its differentiated product positioning and localized strategy, TopTop entered the top tier of Japan's App Store charts. At the technology level, the Company continued to deepen the integration of AI across its business operations. Its self-developed multimodal algorithm model, Boomiix, has undergone ongoing iterations, driving improvements in key operating metrics such as payment conversion and ARPU, thereby enhancing the long-term monetization potential of its core social products. Newborn Town also launched Siyu AI, an internal data intelligence platform designed to streamline operational workflows, enabling faster access to comprehensive data insights within 15 minutes and improving efficiency in processes such as data queries, anomaly detection and report generation. Meanwhile, its proprietary AI-powered design platform KIVI continued to evolve, supporting key creative functions including the production of virtual gifts and marketing assets, and further enhancing operational efficiency across the platform. The Company's diverse-audience social networking portfolio also continued to develop steadily in overseas markets. Through enhanced user lifecycle management, iterative product features and ongoing optimization of its content ecosystem, the platforms saw improved user engagement and deeper interaction among communities. HeeSay, the flagship product of this business segment, further strengthened its presence in key markets through branding and social responsibility initiatives such as HeeSay GALA and HeeCares. Innovative Businesses Gain Momentum, Emerging as New Growth Drivers In 2025, alongside the continued expansion of its core social networking business, Newborn Town's innovative business segment also achieved strong growth. Revenue from the segment reached approximately RMB730 Million to RMB770 Million for the year, representing year-on-year growth of 55.7% to 64.2%, and becoming an increasingly important contributor to overall business growth. Since first generating revenue in 2024, the Company's quality games business has entered a profitability phase. Its flagship titles have transitioned into long-term operation, providing stable profit contributions. At the same time, the deeper integration of AI across R&D and operations, together with the gaming team's accumulated experience, has improved development efficiency. The Company's pipeline of new game titles is also progressing steadily. In addition, the Company's social e-commerce segment continued to expand through service upgrades, diversified product offerings and enhanced user acquisition efforts. In 2025, Heer Health further strengthened its presence in the fields of HIV prevention and sexual health services, while accelerating the expansion of its product portfolio. In June 2025, Newborn Town officially established its global headquarters in Hong Kong, further strengthening its international footprint. The Hong Kong headquarters serves as a coordination hub, working closely with the Company's global R&D and operations centers to support continued overseas expansion. Through technological innovation and localized operations, the Company aims to create positive emotional value for users worldwide. During the year, the Company conducted share repurchases totaling approximately HK$260 million. The Board stated that the buyback reflects its confidence in the Company's business outlook and long-term prospects, and is expected to enhance shareholder value. Alongside its strong financial performance, Newborn Town has also seen growing attention from the capital markets. On February 13, 2026, Hang Seng Indexes Company announced the results of its quarterly review, under which Newborn Town was included in the Hang Seng Composite Index, reflecting the market's recognition of the Company's business growth, development potential, and investment value. Looking ahead, potential eligibility for the Stock Connect program could attract broader participation from southbound investors, which may further enhance the stock's liquidity and market visibility.

2026-03-04

AI-Powered Growth Lifts Newborn Town's 2025 Net Profit Attributable to Owners by Over 87% YoY

HONG KONG, March 4, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Newborn Town Inc. (Newborn Town or the company, stock code: 09911.HK), a leading global social entertainment company, issued a positive profit alert for the year ended December 31, 2025, reporting solid revenue growth and a significant increase in profits. For the twelve months ended December 31, 2025, total revenue is expected to range between RMB6,760 Million and RMB7,000 Million, representing year-on-year growth of approximately 32.8% to 37.5%. Net profit attributable to owners of the Company is expected to be between RMB900 Million and RMB940 Million, reflecting year-on-year growth of 87.5% to 95.8%. Adjusted EBITDA is projected to range from RMB1,180 Million to RMB1,220 Million, up approximately 22.5% to 26.7% compared with the previous year. AI Integration Strengthens Social Product Portfolio According to the announcement, Newborn Town's strong performance growth was primarily driven by the continued integration and optimization of AI technologies across its business operations, which supported the steady growth of its diversified social product portfolio. In 2025, Newborn Town's social networking business delivered robust growth and remained a key contributor to the Company's profits. Social gaming platform TopTop sustained growth in both user scale and monetization performance. Meanwhile, live-streaming platform MICO and voice-based social platform YoHo maintained their positions within niche segments, contributing stable revenue and profit. During the year, the Company's flagship products continued to expand in key markets including the Middle East and North Africa (MENA). In 2025, TopTop further strengthened its user reach and monetization performance, with downloads and revenue ranking among the leading titles in its category. Recognizing its innovation and growth in the "social + gaming" segment, TopTop was named "Best Social Game Platform" at the Sensor Tower APAC Awards, which recognize leading mobile apps and games in the Asia-Pacific region. The platform has also expanded its presence in new markets. Leveraging its differentiated product positioning and localized strategy, TopTop entered the top tier of Japan's App Store charts. At the technology level, the Company continued to deepen the integration of AI across its business operations. Its self-developed multimodal algorithm model, Boomiix, has undergone ongoing iterations, driving improvements in key operating metrics such as payment conversion and ARPU, thereby enhancing the long-term monetization potential of its core social products. Newborn Town also launched Siyu AI, an internal data intelligence platform designed to streamline operational workflows, enabling faster access to comprehensive data insights within 15 minutes and improving efficiency in processes such as data queries, anomaly detection and report generation. Meanwhile, its proprietary AI-powered design platform KIVI continued to evolve, supporting key creative functions including the production of virtual gifts and marketing assets, and further enhancing operational efficiency across the platform. The Company's diverse-audience social networking portfolio also continued to develop steadily in overseas markets. Through enhanced user lifecycle management, iterative product features and ongoing optimization of its content ecosystem, the platforms saw improved user engagement and deeper interaction among communities. HeeSay, the flagship product of this business segment, further strengthened its presence in key markets through branding and social responsibility initiatives such as HeeSay GALA and HeeCares. Innovative Businesses Gain Momentum, Emerging as New Growth Drivers In 2025, alongside the continued expansion of its core social networking business, Newborn Town's innovative business segment also achieved strong growth. Revenue from the segment reached approximately RMB730 Million to RMB770 Million for the year, representing year-on-year growth of 55.7% to 64.2%, and becoming an increasingly important contributor to overall business growth. Since first generating revenue in 2024, the Company's quality games business has entered a profitability phase. Its flagship titles have transitioned into long-term operation, providing stable profit contributions. At the same time, the deeper integration of AI across R&D and operations, together with the gaming team's accumulated experience, has improved development efficiency. The Company's pipeline of new game titles is also progressing steadily. In addition, the Company's social e-commerce segment continued to expand through service upgrades, diversified product offerings and enhanced user acquisition efforts. In 2025, Heer Health further strengthened its presence in the fields of HIV prevention and sexual health services, while accelerating the expansion of its product portfolio. In June 2025, Newborn Town officially established its global headquarters in Hong Kong, further strengthening its international footprint. The Hong Kong headquarters serves as a coordination hub, working closely with the Company's global R&D and operations centers to support continued overseas expansion. Through technological innovation and localized operations, the Company aims to create positive emotional value for users worldwide. During the year, the Company conducted share repurchases totaling approximately HK$260 million. The Board stated that the buyback reflects its confidence in the Company's business outlook and long-term prospects, and is expected to enhance shareholder value. Alongside its strong financial performance, Newborn Town has also seen growing attention from the capital markets. On February 13, 2026, Hang Seng Indexes Company announced the results of its quarterly review, under which Newborn Town was included in the Hang Seng Composite Index, reflecting the market's recognition of the Company's business growth, development potential, and investment value. Looking ahead, potential eligibility for the Stock Connect program could attract broader participation from southbound investors, which may further enhance the stock's liquidity and market visibility.

2026-03-04

Thailand presents 'The New Thailand' vision at ITB Berlin 2026

Healing-led luxury, sustainable routes and hidden gems advance Thailand's world-class positioning in Europe under TAT's 'Unforgettable Experience: Healing is the New Luxury' concept BERLIN, March 4, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) is unveiling the Kingdom's latest world-class positioning in Europe at ITB Berlin 2026, the 60th anniversary edition of the world's largest and most influential travel trade fair, held from 3–5 March at Berlin ExpoCenter City. With 'The New Thailand' vision, TAT strengthens the country's world-class destination status under the concept 'Unforgettable Experience: Healing is the New Luxury', spotlighting hidden gems, sustainable routes and eco-friendly tourism products tailored to the European market. Thailand showcases ‘The New Thailand’ vision at ITB Berlin 2026, highlighting healing-led luxury, sustainable tourism routes and hidden gems as key pillars advancing the Kingdom’s world-class destination positioning in the European market. TAT's participation is further elevated by the gracious presence of Her Royal Highness Princess Ubolratana, who visited the Thailand Pavilion and prepared som tam thad, a signature Thai papaya salad served in a traditional sharing tray. The live presentation highlighted Thai culinary artistry, cultural vibrancy and the philosophy of food as nourishment, drawing the attention of international media and trade partners. Ms. Thapanee Kiatphaibool, TAT Governor, said: "ITB Berlin 2026 serves as a strategic platform to communicate The New Thailand vision with clarity and purpose. Healing-led luxury reflects evolving global demand for wellbeing and meaningful travel experiences, while sustainability and hidden gems sharpen Thailand's competitive edge in Europe. Germany remains a priority long-haul market with clear expectations for quality, safety and responsible tourism. Through coordinated public–private sector collaboration and focused trade engagement, TAT advances Thailand's standing as a future-ready world-class destination." The Thailand Pavilion presents a refreshed and contemporary image under the Unforgettable Experience: Healing is the New Luxury concept, positioning Thailand as a genuine restorative destination where wellbeing, culture and authenticity converge. Leading a delegation of 165 Thai tourism operators at the Thailand Pavilion in Hall 26B, TAT drives high-level business negotiations with international buyers and trade visitors. Of these, 89 operators hold recognised sustainability certifications and awards, including the Thailand Tourism Awards, STAR certification, Green Hotel and CF Hotels, demonstrating significant progress in sustainable tourism standards. TAT collaborates closely with the Department of Tourism, Thai Airways International, Bangkok Airways, Airports of Thailand, Thailand Privilege Card, the Sports Authority of Thailand, the Designated Areas for Sustainable Tourism Administration, and provincial tourism associations, presenting a unified national platform that reflects strong public–private sector integration. The showcase highlights hidden gems across all regions, including Sukhothai and Nan in the North, Suphan Buri and Ratchaburi in the Central region, and Satun and Trang in the South. The Sustainable Thailand narrative is reinforced through 10 Krabi: Travel With Care itineraries and 20 low-carbon travel routes, supported by TAT Certify standards, including STGs STAR, Thailand Tourism Awards and CF Hotels, strengthening confidence among environmentally conscious European travellers. A highlight of the pavilion is the Saneh Thai Café, which presents wellness tourism through cuisine under the Wellness on a Plate and Worth-Life Balance themes, offering 20 curated routes that connect gastronomy, regional identity, and holistic wellbeing. Eco-friendly products crafted from marine debris and recycled materials, including driftwood art, bead necklaces, art toys and footwear, are showcased alongside interactive DIY souvenir activities such as keychains, phone straps and bracelets, reinforcing Thailand's commitment to creative and responsible tourism. In parallel with ITB Berlin 2026, TAT is amplifying Thailand's presence across Berlin through Amazing Thailand Fest 2026 (The Wholesome Taste of Thai) at KaDeWe from 2–14 March 2026. Delivered in cooperation with Central Group, the high-impact brand takeover transforms the luxury department store's façade and window displays into a showcase of Thai cuisine and tourism, positioning gastronomy as a powerful driver of destination inspiration and travel demand. Germany continues to play a vital role in Thailand's long-haul strategy. In 2025, Thailand welcomed 965,898 German visitors, representing a 10.60 per cent increase compared with 2024. The positive momentum has continued into 2026, with 115,700 German travellers visiting Thailand from 1–31 January, an increase of 2.55 per cent year-on-year. These travellers, with an average stay of 15.58 nights per trip, drive strong market demand for beach holidays, family travel, health and wellness, environmental conservation and slow travel, with safety remaining central to travel decision-making. In 2026, TAT continues to strengthen the German market through targeted product highlights across Sea–Sand–Sun, Leisure and Sports, Wellness, and Nature and Outdoor segments, while advancing responsible tourism and experience-based travel that creates lasting value and meaning. Hidden gems are being positioned as compelling new destinations that appeal to the sustainable market focus of quality German travellers. As part of the ITB Berlin programme, TAT will host the Amazing Thailand Networking Event on 4 March 2026. The gathering will bring together international media, global trade partners and key stakeholders to further outline the Value over Volume strategy and long-haul market priorities under the Healing is the New Luxury concept. Participation at ITB Berlin 2026 is projected to generate over 5.568 billion Baht in economic value, reinforcing Thailand's path towards a sustainable, high-value and truly unforgettable world-class destination.

2026-03-04

Thailand presents 'The New Thailand' vision at ITB Berlin 2026

Healing-led luxury, sustainable routes and hidden gems advance Thailand's world-class positioning in Europe under TAT's 'Unforgettable Experience: Healing is the New Luxury' concept BERLIN, March 4, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) is unveiling the Kingdom's latest world-class positioning in Europe at ITB Berlin 2026, the 60th anniversary edition of the world's largest and most influential travel trade fair, held from 3–5 March at Berlin ExpoCenter City. With 'The New Thailand' vision, TAT strengthens the country's world-class destination status under the concept 'Unforgettable Experience: Healing is the New Luxury', spotlighting hidden gems, sustainable routes and eco-friendly tourism products tailored to the European market. Thailand showcases ‘The New Thailand’ vision at ITB Berlin 2026, highlighting healing-led luxury, sustainable tourism routes and hidden gems as key pillars advancing the Kingdom’s world-class destination positioning in the European market. TAT's participation is further elevated by the gracious presence of Her Royal Highness Princess Ubolratana, who visited the Thailand Pavilion and prepared som tam thad, a signature Thai papaya salad served in a traditional sharing tray. The live presentation highlighted Thai culinary artistry, cultural vibrancy and the philosophy of food as nourishment, drawing the attention of international media and trade partners. Ms. Thapanee Kiatphaibool, TAT Governor, said: "ITB Berlin 2026 serves as a strategic platform to communicate The New Thailand vision with clarity and purpose. Healing-led luxury reflects evolving global demand for wellbeing and meaningful travel experiences, while sustainability and hidden gems sharpen Thailand's competitive edge in Europe. Germany remains a priority long-haul market with clear expectations for quality, safety and responsible tourism. Through coordinated public–private sector collaboration and focused trade engagement, TAT advances Thailand's standing as a future-ready world-class destination." The Thailand Pavilion presents a refreshed and contemporary image under the Unforgettable Experience: Healing is the New Luxury concept, positioning Thailand as a genuine restorative destination where wellbeing, culture and authenticity converge. Leading a delegation of 165 Thai tourism operators at the Thailand Pavilion in Hall 26B, TAT drives high-level business negotiations with international buyers and trade visitors. Of these, 89 operators hold recognised sustainability certifications and awards, including the Thailand Tourism Awards, STAR certification, Green Hotel and CF Hotels, demonstrating significant progress in sustainable tourism standards. TAT collaborates closely with the Department of Tourism, Thai Airways International, Bangkok Airways, Airports of Thailand, Thailand Privilege Card, the Sports Authority of Thailand, the Designated Areas for Sustainable Tourism Administration, and provincial tourism associations, presenting a unified national platform that reflects strong public–private sector integration. The showcase highlights hidden gems across all regions, including Sukhothai and Nan in the North, Suphan Buri and Ratchaburi in the Central region, and Satun and Trang in the South. The Sustainable Thailand narrative is reinforced through 10 Krabi: Travel With Care itineraries and 20 low-carbon travel routes, supported by TAT Certify standards, including STGs STAR, Thailand Tourism Awards and CF Hotels, strengthening confidence among environmentally conscious European travellers. A highlight of the pavilion is the Saneh Thai Café, which presents wellness tourism through cuisine under the Wellness on a Plate and Worth-Life Balance themes, offering 20 curated routes that connect gastronomy, regional identity, and holistic wellbeing. Eco-friendly products crafted from marine debris and recycled materials, including driftwood art, bead necklaces, art toys and footwear, are showcased alongside interactive DIY souvenir activities such as keychains, phone straps and bracelets, reinforcing Thailand's commitment to creative and responsible tourism. In parallel with ITB Berlin 2026, TAT is amplifying Thailand's presence across Berlin through Amazing Thailand Fest 2026 (The Wholesome Taste of Thai) at KaDeWe from 2–14 March 2026. Delivered in cooperation with Central Group, the high-impact brand takeover transforms the luxury department store's façade and window displays into a showcase of Thai cuisine and tourism, positioning gastronomy as a powerful driver of destination inspiration and travel demand. Germany continues to play a vital role in Thailand's long-haul strategy. In 2025, Thailand welcomed 965,898 German visitors, representing a 10.60 per cent increase compared with 2024. The positive momentum has continued into 2026, with 115,700 German travellers visiting Thailand from 1–31 January, an increase of 2.55 per cent year-on-year. These travellers, with an average stay of 15.58 nights per trip, drive strong market demand for beach holidays, family travel, health and wellness, environmental conservation and slow travel, with safety remaining central to travel decision-making. In 2026, TAT continues to strengthen the German market through targeted product highlights across Sea–Sand–Sun, Leisure and Sports, Wellness, and Nature and Outdoor segments, while advancing responsible tourism and experience-based travel that creates lasting value and meaning. Hidden gems are being positioned as compelling new destinations that appeal to the sustainable market focus of quality German travellers. As part of the ITB Berlin programme, TAT will host the Amazing Thailand Networking Event on 4 March 2026. The gathering will bring together international media, global trade partners and key stakeholders to further outline the Value over Volume strategy and long-haul market priorities under the Healing is the New Luxury concept. Participation at ITB Berlin 2026 is projected to generate over 5.568 billion Baht in economic value, reinforcing Thailand's path towards a sustainable, high-value and truly unforgettable world-class destination.

2026-03-04