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Qualcomm AI Program for Innovators 2026 - APAC Officially Kicks Off - empowering startups across Japan, Singapore, and South Korea to lead the AI innovation

Highlights * Qualcomm launches Qualcomm AI Program for Innovators (QAIPI) 2026 – APAC, supporting startups in Japan, Singapore, and South Korea to develop innovative edge AI solutions across industries * Startups gain comprehensive support and resources, including access to Qualcomm Dragonwi...

2026-02-03 09:00 6128

Total Investment of Approx. USD 8.8 Million in Malaria, Tuberculosis, and NTD R&D Projects with Partners Including Mahidol University, Barcelona Institute for Global Health, and Eisai

TOKYO, Feb. 3, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The Global Health Innovative Technology (GHIT) Fund announced today a total investment of approximately JPY 1.39 billion (USD 8.8 million1) in six R&D projects for the development of drugs, diagnostics and vaccines for malaria, tuberculosis (TB), and neglected ...

2026-02-03 09:00 4959

CIOs to Address Data Strategy and Decision Execution at Info-Tech LIVE 2026 in Brisbane

As organisations rely more heavily on data to guide strategy, the ability to make consistent, repeatable decisions has become a defining challenge for IT leaders. While data volumes continue to grow, many leadership teams struggle to align on what data matters, how it should be interpreted, and h...

2026-02-03 08:06 4699

DeepL Launches Voice API for Real-Time Speech Transcription and Translation enabling instant multilingual communication

COLOGNE, Germany, Feb. 3, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- DeepL, a global AI product and research company, today announced the general availability of DeepL Voice API. This innovative product empowers developers to integrate real-time voice transcription and translation capabilities into their applications,...

2026-02-03 08:00 5593

Elliott Management Statement on Toyota Industries Corporation

Toyota Fudosan's tender offer drastically undervalues the Company Elliott does not intend to tender its shares into the Revised TOB at the current terms and strongly encourages other shareholders not to tender LONDON, Feb. 3, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Elliott Investment Management L.P. and Elliott Ad...

2026-02-03 07:49 3820

21 Asian Countries Among 93 Worldwide at Risk of Losing Nearly 23 Million More People by 2030

* ISGlobal, supported by Rockefeller Foundation, analyzed impact of severe global aid cuts in 93 countries, with 21 in Asia * New study published in The Lancet finds slashing global aid, particularly by US and European countries, will reverse decades of progress in fighting diseases BANGKOK, ...

2026-02-03 07:40 1718

ZEISS announces NMPA approval in China for powerful ophthalmic microscopes enhancing surgical visualization

ZEISS ARTEVO 750 and ZEISS ARTEVO 850 surgical microscopes provide ophthalmic surgeons in China with end-to-end workflow integration to improve efficiency, precision, and surgical safety. JENA, Germany and SHANGHAI, Feb. 3, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- ZEISS Medical Technology announced today that China...

2026-02-03 07:00 5208

Australian Public Sector AI Adoption Ramping Up, Yet Progress Hampered by Fragmented Systems and Data

SYDNEY, Feb. 3, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- New research from Appian (Nasdaq: APPN) reveals AI adoption in the public sector has gained rapid traction, with 70% of public sector workers reportin...

2026-02-03 06:30 5050

How Tineco Makes Everyday Living Feel Effortless

SEATTLE, Feb. 3, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Tineco today shared its design-led vision for modern floor care, highlighting how thoughtful engineering and human-centered thinking continue to shape more intuitive, effortless cleaning experiences. The approach reflects a broader ev...

2026-02-03 05:47 5871

FiEE, Inc. Provides Select Preliminary Fourth Quarter and Full-Year 2025 Financial Results and Business Update

Strong revenue growth supported by growing customer base and SaaS Solution Business Expected to achieve a positive Net Income highlighting a successful transformation HONG KONG, Feb. 2, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- FiEE, Inc. (NASDAQ:FIEE) ("FiEE," the "Company," "we," "our," or similar terms), a tech...

2026-02-03 05:15 9522

Miroma Project Factory Builds Smart Recovery Companion to Support Life After Brain Injury

SYDNEY, Feb. 3, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Miroma Project Factory (MPF) is proud to announce its appointment by Griffith University to co-develop a smart device app designed to support individuals returning home after acquired brain in...

2026-02-03 05:07 5190

Nearmap Launches AI-Powered Roof Assessment to Transform Portfolio-Scale Roof Planning

New capability enables commercial real estate, AECO, and government teams to remotely assess roof condition, cut inspection costs, and prioritise capital spend across thousands of buildings SYDNEY, Feb. 3, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Organisations that manage large building portfolios have long been fo...

2026-02-03 05:03 3796

Baseus Security Brings Kickstarter Success X1 Pro Smart AI Dual-Tracking Security Camera to Amazon

SHENZHEN, China, Feb. 2, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Following a highly successful Kickstarter campaign and multiple industry honors, the world's first smart AI dual-tracking security camera is launching on Amazon. This milestone makes it easier than ever for consumers worldwide to experience Baseus' aw...

2026-02-03 04:00 7153

CGTN AMERICA & CCTV UN: Cultural Event Celebrating the Spring Festival and the 55th Anniversary of China-U.S. Ping-Pong Diplomacy

WASHINGTON, Feb. 3, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- CGTN America & CCTV UN releases "Cultural Event Celebrating the Spring Festival and the 55th Anniversary of China-U.S. Ping-Pong Diplomacy." As the Year of the Horse approaches and the Spring Festival draws near, China Media Group presents "Prelude to the...

2026-02-03 03:22 6091

ETHARA NAMED F1 PROMOTER OF THE YEAR

With record-breaking attendance and the most ambitious entertainment programme yet, Ethara's delivery of the Formula 1 Etihad Airways Abu Dhabi Grand Prix stands out on the F1 calendar. ABU DHABI, United Arab Emirates, Feb. 3, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Ethara, the promoter of the Formula 1® Etihad Ai...

2026-02-03 01:13 5032

Arclin Completes Acquisition of The Willamette Valley Company, Strengthening Materials Science Portfolio & Expanding Global Presence

ALPHARETTA, Ga., Feb. 3, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Arclin, a leading material science company, today announced the official completion of its acquisition of The Willamette Valley Company ("WVCO"), a manufacturer and distributor of a wide variety of custom products and services in the wood products, ra...

2026-02-03 01:00 6332

ZERO LATENCY VR UNLOCKS THE WORLD OF JUMANJI IN IMMERSIVE VR

The Jumanji universe is set to become Zero Latency VR's first cinematic blockbuster collaboration. MELBOURNE, Australia, Feb. 3, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Zero Latency VR , the undisputed leader in immersive entertainment and the mastermind behind the world's largest true ...

2026-02-03 01:00 7370

ECARX Debuts Zenith Computing Platform Powered by Snapdragon Elite Automotive Platform at CES 2026, Showcasing Unified, High-Performance Intelligent Cockpit/ADAS Fusion

ECARX Zenith delivers integrated services on a single SoC, supporting Android 16, Google Automotive Services (GAS) and S-Core open-source middleware, supporting advanced software-defined vehicle architectures LONDON, Feb. 2, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- ECARX Holdings Inc. (Nasdaq: ECX) ("ECARX" or the ...

2026-02-03 00:40 7440

IKEA and Tiny Chef team up in new miniseries to celebrate joyful, plant-rich cooking

MALMÖ, Sweden, Feb. 3, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Fans of IKEA and Tiny Chef can look forward to a delightful treat this February as three new episodes featuring the beloved stop-motion star will be released between February 2 and 9. This playful collaboratio...

2026-02-03 00:37 5100

GTIA Announces $5 Million Charitable Giving Commitment for 2026

Members Help Power a More Than 160% Increase Over 2025 Giving OAKBROOK TERRACE, Ill., Feb. 2, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The Global Technology Industry Association (GTIA) today announced a major expansion of its charitable investments, approving$5 million in giving for 2026—an increase of more than 16...

2026-02-02 23:00 2428