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ITE Singapore and Dell Technologies are combining academic excellence with real-life practical industry expertise and technology to close the AI skills gap, fostering innovation and accelerating digital transformation. ITE has worked with Dell to establish a hybrid cloud Virtual Desktop Infrastructure (VDI) Centre. It allows students to learn from anywhere regardless of hardware and enables flexible teaching. The VDI Centre, powered by Dell VxRail, combines agility, scalability and efficiency with streamlined operations. As part of establishing the VDI Centre, ITE aims to deliver a Universal Omniverse Experience (UOX). This will equip staff and students with essential digital skills through training, upskilling and certification in key areas such as cloud computing, virtualisation and AI. SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 24 March 2025 – Dell Technologies (NYSE: DELL) and the Institute of Technical Education (ITE) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to establish a hybrid cloud Virtual Desktop Infrastructure (VDI) Centre at ITE aimed at enhancing digital skills development and accelerating AI adoption for small and medium enterprises (SMEs). Andy Sim, vice president and managing director, Singapore, Dell Technologies and Low Khah Gek, chief executive officer, ITE at the opening ceremony of the VDI Centre The VDI Centre supports up to 80 virtual machines accessible using any web browser. It allows students to learn from anywhere without worrying about hardware specifications, supporting more flexible teaching methods. Powered by Dell VxRail, the VDI Centre delivers agility, scalability and efficiency to enhance the learning experience. Why Does It Matter? The traditional classroom model faced significant challenges during the pandemic, including resource bottlenecks and scheduling conflicts. This led to a rapid surge in demand for digital learning. Virtual Desktop Infrastructure (VDI) eliminates the need for desktops and IT hardware to be physically located in the same space. It allows users to connect to a remote data centre over the Internet or local network, providing a fast and efficient experience wherever the student is and empowers ITE to offer more flexible teaching methods. Seamless Learning Experience at Scale Powered by Dell The VDI Centre, built on Dell VxRail hyperconverged infrastructure (HCI), delivers agility and performance through automated lifecycle management. The VDI Centre enables virtual lab clients to operate like physical PCs, but accessible from any web browser, offering a seamless user experience. It can run up to 80 virtual machines concurrently. Using the virtual machines within the VDI Centre, students can gain access to advanced AI tools like GenAI animation and 3D modelling for experimentation and prototyping, enhancing their learning experience. Additionally, the VDI Centre’s flexibility fosters collaboration with small and medium enterprises (SMEs) industry partners such as Convergent Systems (S) Pte Ltd, PilotPulse Pte Ltd, Ninety One Branding & Marketing Pte Ltd and Alteredverse Pte Ltd on AI-focused projects, bridging the gap between education and real-world applications. As part of establishing the VDI Centre, ITE also aims to deliver a Universal Omniverse Experience (UOX). The UOX entails equipping staff and students with essential digital skills through training, upskilling and certification in key areas such as cloud computing, virtualisation and AI. Combining academic excellence with real-life practical industry expertise, Dell and ITE are working towards closing the AI skills gap, fostering innovation and accelerating digital transformation. Collaborating to shape an AI-ready workforce ITE and Dell bring together their innovation and technology capabilities to train, upskill and certify ITE staff and students for an AI-ready workforce. Train: Dell will provide expertise in IT infrastructure virtualisation and hybrid cloud, essential building blocks that power AI deployment, to enhance ITE’s curriculum and train its staff and students. Skill: Dell will deliver state-of-the-art technology infrastructure while collaborating with ITE to develop skill-building programs that equip students with in-demand tech skills. To strengthen industry collaboration, ITE and Dell will host visitors at the VDI Centre, offering support to SMEs incubating industry projects that take advantage of VDI technology. Additionally, ITE will conduct workshops designed to help enterprises adopt and implement VDI solutions, driving cross-industry innovation and growth. Certify: ITE and Dell are collaborating to offer short courses to SMEs focused on gaining technical certification in areas like AI and Data Centre virtualisation using the VDI Centre. Participants will receive a Certificate of Competency (CoC) from ITE upon completion of the course. Underpinned by the three key pillars, the collaboration will support lifelong learning for ITE staff and students as well as strengthen ties with the technology sector. Perspectives “Accelerating AI adoption for all is a purpose Dell and Singapore’s National AI Strategy share as enabled by the Singapore FY2025 budget’s Enterprise Compute Initiative dependent on reliable, local access to high-performance computing for AI development,” said Andy Sim, vice president and managing director, Singapore, Dell Technologies. “Our collaboration with ITE aims to nurture AI-savvy talent and enhance tech curricula, supporting enterprises and communities in building an AI-ready workforce.” Low Khah Gek, chief executive officer, ITE, said, “By leveraging our partnership with Dell Technologies, we are not only enabling our learners to acquire new skills related to AI and virtualisation technologies but also preparing them for the future of work. The hybrid cloud VDI Centre empowers learners to access advanced tools and resources from anywhere, ensuring that our training remains flexible and impactful. Together, we are shaping an AI-ready workforce that will drive innovation and digital transformation in Singapore.” Hashtag: #delltechnologies The issuer is solely responsible for the content of this announcement. About Dell Technologies Dell Technologies (NYSE: DELL) helps organisations and individuals build their digital future and transform how they work, live and play. The company provides customers with the industry’s broadest and most innovative technology and services portfolio for the AI era.

Cyberport, Negawatt, and Our Hong Kong Foundation Join Forces to Promote Positive Education and Sustainable Development HONG KONG SAR – Media OuReach Newswire – 24 March 2025 – Cyberport, Negawatt Utility Limited (Negawatt), and Our Hong Kong Foundation are delighted to announce that the “Live Local+ @CCF 2025: Positive Education Symposium” was successfully held on March 22, 2025, at Cyberport Arcade’s Atrium. This event marked the launch of the “Live Local+” initiative, supported by the Committee on Home-School Co-operation, the Hong Kong Association of the Heads of Secondary Schools, the United Nations Global Leadership and ESG Programme, and the Federation of Parent-Teacher Associations of the 18 Districts. The initiative aims to enhance the mental and physical well-being of Hong Kong students, parents, and educators while promoting green living through positive education and sustainable development. Mr. Eugene Fong, Chairman of the Committee on Home-School Co-operation; Mr. Ricky Choi, Director of Smart Living at Cyberport; Mr. Victor Kwok, Deputy Head of Research at Our Hong Kong Foundation; Mr. Arthur Lam, Founder and CEO of Negawatt; and representatives from the Federation of Parent-Teacher Associations of the 18 Districts jointly officiated the launch of “Live Local+.” The “Live Local+” initiative aligns with the Education Bureau’s “4Rs Mental Health Charter” and Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles. Leveraging cutting-edge digital technology and data, it promotes the concept of Eudaimonic Happiness, fostering positive family relationships to support academic growth and encouraging sustainable behaviors outside the classroom. In its first year, the initiative targets providing free support to 50 schools for transformation, with plans to expand to 300 schools within three years. The seminar attracted over 80 educators, policymakers, industry leaders, and community stakeholders, who gathered to explore the future of positive education and sustainable development. Mr. Ricky Choi, Director of Smart Living at Cyberport (far left), and Mr. Arthur Lam, Founder and CEO of Negawatt (far right), posed with distinguished speakers, including Ms. Stephanie Au, five-time Olympic swimmer (second from right); Ms. Camille Cheng, Hong Kong swimmer (second from left); Ms. Piano Mok (third from right); and Ms. Lydia Chan (third from left). Event Highlights The event took place from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM, featuring several engaging segments: Opening Remarks: Mr. Eugene Fong, Chairman of the Committee on Home-School Co-operation, delivered the opening speech, joined by Mr. Ricky Choi, Director of Smart Living at Cyberport; Mr. Victor Kwok, Deputy Research Director at Our Hong Kong Foundation; Mr. Johnny Chong, Hong Kong Director of the United Nations Global Leadership and ESG Programme; and Mr. Arthur Lam, Founder and CEO of Negawatt and ZERO2 App. They shared insights on positive education and ESG, emphasizing their positive impact on Hong Kong’s education system and sustainable development. Launch Ceremony: A grand launch ceremony was held, led by the host with a countdown. Representatives from the Committee on Home-School Co-operation, the Hong Kong Association of the Heads of Secondary Schools, the United Nations Global Leadership and ESG Programme, the Federation of Parent-Teacher Associations of the 18 Districts, and prominent speakers took the stage together to officially launch “Live Local+,” symbolizing a new chapter in education and sustainability. Star Speaker Sharing: Several distinguished speakers inspired attendees: – Ms. Stephanie Au, a five-time Hong Kong Olympic swimmer, shared her experiences with resilience and personal growth. – Ms. Camille Cheng, a three-time Hong Kong Olympic swimmer, discussed the importance of relaxation for mental and physical balance. – Ms. Piano Mok, an expert in arts and etiquette, explored the role of relationships in positive education. – Ms. Lydia Chan, a holistic sleep therapist for adults and children, highlighted the value of rest for mental health. Social Enterprises and Hong Kong Local Brands: Representatives from Hong Kong social enterprises and Hong Kong Local brands, including Hello Cocoa, Broken Fingers, Gift N Take, Re Pillow Co., Fair Taste, and Superwrap, showcased their contributions to sustainable development and community empowerment, demonstrating the tangible impact of ESG initiatives. Synergy of Cyberport, Negawatt, and Our Hong Kong Foundation The event exemplified the collaborative strengths of Cyberport, Negawatt, and Our Hong Kong Foundation: – Cyberport, Hong Kong’s digital technology flagship and startup incubator, hosts over 2,000 community enterprises. It drives green economic growth and smart city development by supporting innovative tech solutions for smart living and sustainability. – Negawatt, through its ZERO2 app, enables schools and participants to record and quantify ESG behaviors, particularly assessing the engagement of school stakeholders (students, parents, and educators) in positive education. This fosters green living and holistic student development. – Our Hong Kong Foundation offers fresh perspectives on Hong Kong’s education and sustainability through policy research and cultural promotion. Together, the three entities are building a future centered on positive education and sustainable development. Mr. Eugene Fong, Chairman of the Committee on Home-School Co-operation, said: “The Committee has long been committed to fostering home-school collaboration to promote positive education and character development. ‘Live Local+’ integrates technology and education, providing an essential platform for parents, schools, and students. The pandemic reshaped family-school communication, underscoring the importance of collaboration. Today, students connect with the world through smartphones and social media, often beyond parents’ full understanding. Positive education is vital in this complex world, guiding children with the right values. ‘Live Local+’ drives cross-sector collaboration, injecting new energy into Hong Kong’s education ecosystem.” Mr. Ricky Choi, Director of Smart Living at Cyberport, remarked: “Cyberport is thrilled to host both the ‘Live Local+ @CCF 2025: Positive Education Seminar’ and a recruitment expo on the same day, both closely tied to positive education and talent nurturing. As a cradle for Hong Kong’s tech talent, Cyberport recognizes the importance of talent to societal progress and the qualities future leaders need. ‘Live Local+’ not only provides a platform for educating the next generation but also fosters collaboration across families and schools, laying the foundation for Hong Kong’s talent pool.” Mr. Victor Kwok, Deputy Head of Research at Our Hong Kong Foundation, stated: “Education, technology, and talent are interconnected and inseparable. ‘Live Local+’ is a rare initiative that uses a data-driven

SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 24 March 2025 – The Work Project (TWP), the global luxury workspace provider, has marked its entry into the UK market with its first location to open at prime office tower, One Leadenhall, in the centre of the City of London. Leading APAC Flexible Workspace The Work Project to Open First UK Location Developed by Brookfield Properties, London’s new landmark skyscraper One Leadenhall is approaching completion and will provide 430,000 sq ft of office space over its 35 floors, including ground floor retail space and a public terrace overlooking the adjacent Grade II*-listed, Victorian Leadenhall Market. Designed by the award-winning architecture practice Make, One Leadenhall is one of the most keenly anticipated new office spaces in the City and is 90% pre-let/under offer ahead of its opening in 2026. For its UK launch, TWP at One Leadenhall will provide 30,000 sq ft of luxury workspace over two floors, specifically designed for occupiers desiring the best address and views, high-end customized design, and personalized service. TWP will occupy levels 22-23 of One Leadenhall, offering 360-degree, unrestricted panoramic views across London to its occupiers. In entering the UK market, TWP will be drawing on nearly a decade of experience operating high quality, flexible workspace with its existing portfolio comprising 20 locations across Singapore, Hong Kong and Australia. Majority owned by CapitaLand, one of Asia’s largest diversified real estate groups, TWP is the market leader in the prime central districts of Singapore CBD with 10 locations. In February 2024, it entered a 50/50 joint venture with Dexus, Australia’s largest office landlord, to grow its premium flexible space offer and now has nine locations in Australia. Underpinned by 5-star hospitality values and standards, TWP is now targeting a London flexible workspace market which remains resilient and well positioned for continued growth and strategic expansion. TWP aims to fill a gap at the higher end of the market and respond to the flight to top quality by catering for organisations looking for best-in-class workspaces in world-class buildings in prime locations. Junny Lee, Founder and CEO of The Work Project, said: “After success in Singapore and Australia, we are now all-in to establish The Work Project as the market leader in London, offering unprecedented quality and levels of service. In Brookfield Properties at One Leadenhall, we have the perfect partner and location to deliver the exceptional work experience we have become known for in other major cities on the other side of the globe. Office landlords in London are increasing the amount of square footage in their buildings dedicated to flexible workspace, but not in their most prized, prime spaces. By launching at One Leadenhall, we are genuinely offering the London market something new and starting at a level we mean to carry on.” Martin Wallace, Head of Leasing at Brookfield Properties UK, said: “This partnership with The Work Project further underlines the appeal of One Leadenhall as the landmark new office building in the City of London. The Work Project shares Brookfield Properties’ approach to creating spaces for collaboration and will enhance the sense of community that is integral to all our buildings. We look forward to welcoming them to their new home in London.” TWP at Leadenhall has been designed by Farago Han Studio, a multifaceted boutique design studio based in Sydney. Taking inspiration from the history and heritage of the neighbouring Leadenhall Market, the workspace has taken a contemporary interpretation of the market’s main entrance to Gracechurch Street, which was built in a Queen Anne Revival style. The two floors will evoke modern splendour with exceptional levels of craftmanship and attention to design detail applied across the office suites, arrival galleries lounges and meeting rooms. TWP has plans to expand in London, partnering with similarly prestigious buildings and locations in the City and West End, with a target portfolio of circa 400,000 sq ft by the end of 2030. Hashtag: #TheWorkProject #TWP https://theworkproject.com/https://sg.linkedin.com/company/the-work-project-officeshttps://www.facebook.com/theworkproject/https://www.instagram.com/twp_theworkproject/ The issuer is solely responsible for the content of this announcement. About The Work Project The Work Project (TWP) is a leading provider of flexible workspaces designed to empower businesses and enhance productivity. TWP creates beautifully crafted modern spaces that are flexible, modular, and customizable to meet the unique needs of each client. By prioritising client branding, expansion capabilities, and individual work cultures, TWP ensures that every workspace becomes an extension of the company it serves.

Empowering Marketers with Deeper Insights into China’s Leading Lifestyle Platform SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 24 March 2025 – AnyMind Group [TSE:5027], a Business-Process-as-a-Service company for marketing, e-commerce and digital transformation, has today announced that its influencer marketing platform, AnyTag, now supports users to run influencer discovery, influencer marketing campaigns and campaign analytics on one of China’s fastest-growing social media platforms, Xiaohongshu. This announcement follows AnyMind Group being named a first-tier partner of Xiaohongshu on February 3rd, 2025. AnyMind Group’s AnyTag extends support for influencer discovery, campaigns and analytics on Xiaohongshu The move enables marketers to easily discover influencers, activate, manage, analyze and attribute influencer marketing campaigns across various platforms, including Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, X, YouTube, Threads, Douyin, and now Xiaohongshu, all through a single interface. Xiaohongshu boasts a vast user base, predominantly comprising young, trend-conscious consumers who actively seek product recommendations, travel tips, and lifestyle content. By incorporating Xiaohongshu data into AnyTag, users can now leverage Xiaohongshu data to streamline the influencer discovery and collaboration process. The integration provides access to key data points such as follower demographics and engagement insights, enabling users to identify influencers whose content aligns with their brand and campaign goals, including: Audience Demographics: Users can access follower demographics and interest topic distribution, along with the identification of the original source and the exact province and city within China where followers are from. Engagement Insights: Insights into an influencer’s posting habits, average engagement metrics and content categories Post Details: Access to post content and pricing from an influencer This expansion underscores AnyMind Group’s commitment to provide a robust end-to-end solution that caters to the evolving needs of marketers aiming to reach social media users across APAC and the Middle East, including Chinese users. By leveraging AnyTag’s robust capabilities, brands can now craft more targeted and effective influencer marketing campaigns on Xiaohongshu, alongside campaigns on leading global social media platforms. Kosuke Sogo, CEO and co-founder of AnyMind Group, said: “Apart from recently adding AI-powered capabilities to help marketers achieve more on AnyTag, we’re continuing to expand the scale and connectivity of our platform. Ultimately, we want to make influencer marketing more accessible for marketers, whether within Asia or those looking to drive impact on audiences in Asia.” AnyMind Group launched AnyTag in 2016, and the platform now provides features that provide marketers with breadth and depth in influencer marketing, from robust insights into influencers across the region, the ability to track the impact of influencer marketing campaigns to business results, and functionalities to run affiliate marketing-based campaigns with influencers, to identification of influencer and content trends across the region and social media analytics. The company also recently launched GenAI-based features on the platform, such as automated campaign brief creation and multi-modal influencer search and recommendations, that learn from data of over 945,000 influencers and influencer data points and more than 12,000 influencer marketing campaigns.Hashtag: #AnyMindGroup #Xiaohongshu #AnyTag #Data #BPaaS #InfluencerMarketing #Marketing https://anymindgroup.com/https://www.linkedin.com/company/anymindgroup/posts/?feedView=allhttps://x.com/AnyMindGroup?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Eauthorhttps://www.facebook.com/anymindgroup/https://www.instagram.com/anymindgroup/ The issuer is solely responsible for the content of this announcement. AnyMind Group About AnyMind Group Founded in April 2016, AnyMind Group [TSE:5027] is a Business-Process-as-a-Service company for marketing, e-commerce and digital transformation. The company provides two broad offerings to brands and businesses, publishers and influencers: Brand Commerce and Partner Growth. Brand Commerce provides businesses with the company’s platforms for manufacturing, e-commerce enablement, live commerce, marketing, logistics and AI utilization, whilst Partner Growth provides web and mobile app publishers along with influencers and content creators with platforms for monetization and optimization. AnyMind Group has over 1,900 staff across 24 offices in 15 markets, including Singapore, Thailand, Indonesia, Vietnam, Cambodia, Malaysia, the Philippines, Hong Kong, Taiwan, Mainland China, Japan, India, the United Arab Emirates, South Korea, and Saudi Arabia. About BPaaS Business-Process-as-a-Service (BPaaS) is a business model that merges and creates an additional layer of value on top of Software-as-a-Service or SaaS (software-centric) and Business Process Outsourcing or BPO (operations-centric), by providing greater flexibility and scalability to the entire business process lifecycle. Through BPaaS, enterprises can tap into agile and adaptive end-to-end process lifecycle management through a combination of technology and operations teams that leverage on local and regional best practices, for the designing, development, implementation, optimization, and automation across the business process.

HONG KONG SAR – Media OuReach Newswire – 24 March 2025 – Economist Impact successfully concluded its 5th annual Technology for Change Asia on March 12th and 13th at the Hopewell Hotel in Hong Kong, bringing together over 570 leaders to explore the transformative power of emerging technologies for business and society. Photo caption: Albert Wong Hak-keung, chief executive officer of Hong Kong Science & Technology Parks Corporation, Allan Zeman, chairman of Lan Kwai Fong Group, Angel Ng, regional CEO, Greater China of Prudential plc, George Hara, group chairman and CEO of DEFTA Partners and Tom Standage, deputy editor of The Economist, engage in a conversation at Technology for Change Asia. Taking place in Hong Kong for the 2nd year, the two-day event explored key themes including the future of work in the AI era, the quantum revolution, sustainable tech solutions, human-centered innovation, the Greater Bay Area’s transformation, China’s digital roadmap, smart and green mobility, and ethical AI. In an opening ministerial keynote address, the Honourable Paul Chan Mo-po, GBM, GBS, MH, JP, Financial Secretary of the Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region, said that Hong Kong, along with the Greater Bay Area, is poised to emerge as a leading international innovation centre because the region is building an ecosystem of patient capital, fostering a pro-innovation environment, and leveraging its unique strengths under the ‘one country, two systems’ arrangement to attract top-tier talent and drive technological progress, including in cutting-edge fields like AI. Over 70 speakers, including renowned physicist Professor Brian Cox, shared insights on the region’s emerging investment and business opportunities. The event highlighted the unique position of the Greater Bay Area in using technology for business impact, and featured discussions on how businesses and governments can prioritise the human element in technology research and adoption to close the digital divide. The event featured speakers from leading organisations including Alibaba.com, Booking.com, Deutsche Bank, DHL, Google, HSBC, IBM, JLL, Klook, Lan Kwai Fong Group, Li & Fung, Li Auto, LinkedIn, Mercedes-Benz Group, OCBC, Swire Hotels Group, Tencent Quantum Lab, Uber, and WhatsApp, and many more. “From quantum computing to ethical AI, Technology for Change Asia tackled the innovations defining our future,” said Charles Ross, principal, technology and society, Asia-Pacific at Economist Impact. “The conversations we had were not just about technology but about shaping a more resilient and equitable world.” The 5th annual Technology for Change Asia was sponsored by the Kellogg-HKUST Executive MBA Program, Hong Kong Science & Technology Parks Corporation, Tata Communications, IBM, AIA and McKinsey Global Institute. The event was supported by Brand Hong Kong, The Hong Kong Tourism Board, AI Club Asia, Asia MarTech Society, and the British Consulate-General Hong Kong. The official travel partner was Cathay Pacific. For more information about Technology for Change Asia, please visit http://econimpact.co/TFCpress Hashtag: #EconomistImpact The issuer is solely responsible for the content of this announcement. About Economist Impact Economist Impact empowers businesses, governments and foundations to catalyse change and enable progress. Uniting the expertise The Economist Group is known for under a single brand, Economist Impact brings together policy research and insights, data visualisation, custom storytelling, events and media. Economist Impact combines the rigour of a think tank with the creativity of a media brand, engaging an influential audience in the areas of sustainability, healthcare and new globalisation. Visit www.economistimpact.com for more information.

HANOI, VIETNAM – Media OutReach Neswire – 24 March 2025 – A leading force in cholera vaccine research, Dr. Firdausi Qadri at the International Centre for Diarrheal Disease Research, Bangladesh (icddr,b) has dedicated her career to combating this dramatic mortal disease through the innovative improvement of oral cholera vaccination, aiming to large-scale vaccination effort in developing countries. Sharing with the VinFuture Foundation, Dr. Qadri reflects on her groundbreaking work and her passion for expanding STEM education for women. In the face of societal barriers, particularly in Bangladesh, she remains committed to empowering women in science and using her VinFuture Prize value to strengthen the country’s scientific community. The ongoing battle against cholera Having established herself as one of the scientific titans in the vaccine area, Dr. Qadri has developed a single oral dose of an affordable cholera vaccine to address the public health needs in Bangladesh. Her research opens the possibility of large-scale vaccination campaigns in poor countries to prevent outbreaks and reduce the healthcare cost burden, allowing them to invest in education and economic activities. This revolutionizing discovery has earned her global recognition, including the 2024 VinFuture Special Prize for Innovators from Developing Countries. “The VinFuture Prize was completely unexpected, but it has given me immense energy and a profound sense of purpose to turn scientific solutions into real-world applications that benefit those in adverse settings, including humanitarian crises globally,” Dr. Qadri said. Beyond its personal significance, the VinFuture Prize also empowered Dr. Qadri to give back to her home country. In 2014, Dr. Qadri formed a non-profit research institution called the ideSHi (Institute for Developing Science and Health Initiatives) located on the 11th floor of Blue Moon Gram Tower in ECB Chattar, Dhaka. She shared an astounding initiative to expand this institute using the 500,000 USD prize value from VinFuture, “Together with the VinFuture Prize money and a quarter of my personal funds, I took a bold step forward, acquiring an additional 5,000 square feet of space within the same building as ideSHi’s original facility,” she elaborated. This facility is a bold initiative dedicated to improving public health and nurturing the next generation of scientists. Since then, this institute provides state-of-the-art facilities, offers training programs, collaborates with international partners, conducts research on genetic diseases including thalassemia – the most common blood disorder in Bangladesh – as well as infectious diseases. “Over the past decade, ideSHi has expanded tremendously, and this new extension will allow us to tackle even more critical health challenges while further strengthening scientific capacity in Bangladesh,” she shared. “With prize money received from VinFuture, I am confident that this support will help ideSHi develop pragmatic solutions to public health challenges and ultimately help advance Bangladesh’s position in biomedical research.” The achievement results in her determination after witnessing firsthand the dire impact of cholera and diarrheal diseases. Her journey began as a scientist with a deep passion for immunology, later on extended her work beyond the laboratory to the field, fully devoted to the cause of uplifting the lives of Bangladesh and beyond. However, through her extensive work in diarrheal diseases at their main hospital in Bangladesh, Dr. Qadri estimates an annual intake of approximately 200,000 patients, with 90-95% comes from impoverished backgrounds. Living in overcrowded conditions with shared toilets, kitchens, and bathrooms, they face rapid disease transmission. “If one person contracts cholera, the infection can spread to three other people in the family and beyond due to contaminated hands and food,” Dr. Qadri explained. “It’s very difficult to control.” Recognizing the persistent devastation of global health crises, Dr. Qadri extended her research beyond the laboratory. She conducted field studies on vaccine effectiveness, distribution strategies, and public health interventions. Her efforts extended beyond academia as she worked more with the government, advocating for necessary actions to improve healthcare access. “Over 15 to 20 years, my work has evolved to encompass not just vaccine development, but also implementation strategies – exploring the effectiveness of different modes in delivering vaccines and understanding how to integrate water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH) with vaccination programs to achieve cholera control,” she noted. Dr. Qadri emphasized that cholera remains a disease of poverty, often overlooked due to its association with inadequate sanitation and clean water access. She also pointed out that some governments were reluctant to acknowledge the disease’s prevalence, fearing for their global image. Therefore, she expressed deep gratitude and immense joy at being recognized by such a prestigious global award as the VinFuture Prize. “This recognition is a tremendous honor and serves as a motivation for me to move ahead,” she shared. Breaking glass ceilings Dr. Qadri’s dedication to rigorous scientific research and her success in the cholera vaccine area serves as an inspiration for young women all over the world. However, ​​for women in science, particularly in developing countries across Asia, the road is often fraught with challenges. Deep-seated prejudices and invisible glass ceilings make it difficult for women to gain recognition in male-dominated fields. “I always want to be known as a scientist, not a “woman scientist,” who works alongside men as equals“, Dr. Qadri shared. “But I cannot deny that acceptance has not always come easily.” The unwavering support of her family played a crucial role, encouraging her to push boundaries and proving that a woman is just as capable as a man. “I traveled to remote areas, worked long hours in the field, and committed myself fully to scientific research. I have managed to overcome many prejudices, though challenges remain,” she noted. It is also a driving force that motivates her to passionately advocate for empowering women in STEM education. According to her, science, technology, engineering, and mathematics are the foundation of progress, driving innovation and shaping the future. Yet, women remain underrepresented in STEM fields, not only in developing countries but even in advanced economies. “If we truly want to make a meaningful contribution to the world, women must be part of this transformation,” Dr. Qadri emphasized. Many hesitate to pursue careers in STEM,

Exploring art, technology and impermanence at Phillips during Hong Kong Art Week 2025, featuring seven visionary artists: Refik Anadol, Sougwen Chung, Random International, Tyler Hobbs, Addie Wagenknecht, Gina Choy & Maja Petrić HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Neswire – 24 March 2025 – SPACES II: Capturing the Ephemera, presented by HOFA Gallery and PhillipsX, explores new artistic and technological frontiers, expanding on the themes introduced in the inaugural SPACES exhibition in London during Frieze Week 2024. This latest instalment, taking place during Hong Kong Art Week 2025, reflects further on the intersection of art, technology and impermanence. Featuring works by seven visionary artists; Refik Anadol, Sougwen Chung, Random International, Tyler Hobbs, Addie Wagenknecht, Gina Choy and Maja Petrić, the selling exhibition examines how technology can capture, preserve and transform fleeting moments into enduring artistic expressions. It runs from 28 March to 15 April 2025 at Phillips’ Asia headquarters in Hong Kong’s West Kowloon Cultural District. SPACES is an innovative series of exhibitions that confronts the profound challenges and possibilities presented by computing technologies and their impact on human experience. The first edition, launched at Phillips London in 2024, explored the dynamic interplay between AI, generative art and digital creativity. SPACES II examines how technology can give form to the impermanent, whether through environmental shifts, generative processes, or the fluidity of human perception and memory. The selling exhibition will showcases a diverse array of works, including immersive installations, generative digital art, algorithmic designs and contemporary mixed-media pieces. Miety Heiden, Deputy Chairwoman and Head of Private Sales at Phillips, says: “Following the success of the first installment in London in 2024, we are thrilled to bring SPACES II: Capturing the Ephemera to Phillips Hong Kong in collaboration with HOFA Gallery. This exhibition continues our commitment to showcasing artists at the forefront of digital and generative art, exploring how technology transforms transient moments into lasting expressions. As part of Hong Kong Art Week 2025, we look forward to presenting these groundbreaking works to a global audience in our Asia headquarters.” SPACES II: Capturing the Ephemera: Free and open to the public daily. Dates: 27 March VIP & Press Preview. 28 March to 15 April 2025 (Closed on 4 April) 28-30 March 11:00-19:00 1-15 April 10:00-18:00 Venue: Phillips Asia Headquarters, 1F, WKCDA Tower, West Kowloon Cultural District, 8 Austin Road West, Kowloon TheHouseofFineArt.com & Exhibitions.Phillips.com Hashtag: #HOFAGallery #PhillipsX The issuer is solely responsible for the content of this announcement.

BEIJING, CHINA – Media OutReach Newswire – 22 March 2025 – Geely has long invested more than ten billion yuan ($1,381 million) in the education field, and established a total of seven colleges and universities, enrolling over 90,000 students and training more than 200,000 graduates, 80 percent of whom are employed in related industries in China. “I intend to dedicate more energy to education and nurturing talent, helping the next generation grow,” said Li Shufu, chairman of Zhejiang Geely Holding Group, at an interview with China News Service. In Li Shufu’s view, an important factor for the healthy and sustainable development of Geely’s automobile industry is the integration of industry and education. Over the past 30 years, Geely and its strategic partners have established over 30 major categories and 300 types of vocational positions for Geely’s colleges and universities. This initiative covers most academic disciplines and has resulted in the creation of more than 20 modern industrial colleges in collaboration with these institutions. “As long as I can train students, observe their growth, and witness their development, I am very happy,” said Li. Li got involved in the automotive industry in 1996, a time when car manufacturing was dominated by state-owned enterprises, but he firmly believed that it was by no means impossible for private enterprises to make cars. “My idea was that we should strive to make Chinese cars renowned worldwide rather than allowing global cars to merely fill the streets of China,” he said. In a forty-year effort, Li witnessed the first appearance of Chinese cars at an international auto show, led his company to acquire Western car manufacturers, and strengthened automotive research and development through satellite research and development. He has turned each of his “wildest dreams” into reality. Hashtag: #ChinaNewsService The issuer is solely responsible for the content of this announcement.

Revitalised Industrial Building Transformed into State-of-the-Art Smart Headquarters Sets Industry Benchmark HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Neswire – 21 March 2025 – ATAL Engineering Group (“ATAL”), a leading provider in electrical and mechanical (E&M) engineering and information and communications technology (ICT) services for smart cities, today held the Opening Ceremony for ATAL Design, Research and Training Centre and its new headquarters, ATAL Tower. This milestone underscores ATAL’s investment in the future, strengthening continuously its industry leadership in research and development, and talent cultivation, to drive innovation and productivity and to contribute to upgrading and developing the engineering industry. Photo 1: Secretary for Development of the Hong Kong SAR Government The Hon Bernadette Linn (second left), accompanied by ATAL Engineering Group Founder Dr Otto Poon (first left), Chairman Dr Kim Mak (second right), and Chief Executive Officer Mr Raymond Chan (first right), officiating at the Opening Ceremony for the ATAL Design, Research and Training Centre cum ATAL Tower. The Secretary for Development of the Hong Kong SAR Government The Hon Bernadette Linn, accompanied by ATAL Engineering Group Founder Dr Otto Poon, Chairman Dr Kim Mak, and Chief Executive Officer Mr Raymond Chan, officiated at the opening ceremony which was witnessed by Mr Ye Shui Qiu, Deputy Director-General, Department of Educational, Scientific and Technological Affairs, Liaison Office of the Central People’s Government in the Hong Kong SAR, government officials, industry representatives and partners. Ms Bernadette Linn and other guests viewed the work of ATAL Design, Research and Training Centre on developing advanced construction techniques and digital technology, encompassing Multi-trade integrated Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing (MiMEP), Modular Integrated Construction (MiC), Building Information Modelling (BIM), AI-driven Digital Twin technology, Internet of Things (IoT), liquid cooling solutions for supercomputing data centres as well as comprehensive water, wastewater and waste treatment, and climate solutions, to spearhead intelligent and low-carbon transformation across the engineering industry. Talent is critical for advancing innovative productive forces. Over the past four decades, ATAL has nurtured, through its comprehensive graduate trainee and apprenticeship programmes, over 1,100 professionals, who have contributed to the Group and the industry in different roles. With ATAL Design, Research and Training Centre, ATAL will nurture more of Hong Kong’s younger generation as talents with advanced engineering and technological expertise, to contribute to Hong Kong. Transformed from an industrial facility to an intelligent building that integrates innovative and sustainable technologies, ATAL Tower exemplifies a successful transformation under the Hong Kong SAR Government’s Revitalisation Scheme for Industrial Buildings. ATAL Engineering Group Chairman Dr Kim Mak remarked, “In an era when technologies are reshaping industries, ATAL Engineering Group has for decades been a pioneer in R&D investment in electrical and mechanical engineering and technology services for smart cities, working hand-in-hand with customers to deliver advanced professional solutions that create value for the communities. The opening of ATAL Tower and ATAL Design, Research and Training Centre marks not only a milestone for the Group but also our confidence in the future, and continuous investment in Hong Kong.” The Secretary for Development of the Hong Kong SAR Government The Hon Bernadette Linn said that it was more challenging to transform an industrial building than to rebuild it, posing significant difficulties. She congratulated the remarkable results of the ATAL Engineering Group for not only revitalising an industrial building but also adopting advanced technologies. She said it was encouraging that the successfully revitalised ATAL Tower is the first to meet the Government’s requirements by allocating 10% of its floor space for function that benefits social development, transforming it into a design, research and training centre, setting a benchmark. She is pleased to see that this research centre not only focuses on research but also supports training, hoping the centre would capitalise on its strengths to contribute to the entire construction sector. ATAL Tower incorporates design, research, training as well as office functions. Transformed from a traditional industrial facility into an intelligent building with Provisional Platinum rating under BEAM Plus New Buildings V2.0, ATAL Tower features energy saving as well as renewable energy systems, including innovative chilled beam air supply technology, oil-free chillers, and photovoltaic pavers and panels. The “Smart Building Platform”, developed by ATAL, serves as the building’s “central nervous system” that integrates and controls HVAC, lighting, IoT sensors, and electrical and mechanical facilities throughout the building, leveraging artificial intelligence for analysis and optimisation to achieve approximately 30% reduction in annual energy consumption and carbon emissions, while creating a more comfortable indoor environment. The building also harmoniously integrates indoor plants with outdoor landscaping to cultivate an environment that enhances occupant wellbeing. Photo 2: The ceremony was witnessed by Mr Ye Shui Qiu, Deputy Director-General, Department of Educational, Scientific and Technological Affairs, Liaison Office of the Central People’s Government in the Hong Kong SAR, government officials, industry representatives and partners. Photo 3: ATAL Engineering Group Chairman Dr Kim Mak remarks during his address that the opening of ATAL Tower and the ATAL Design, Research and Training Centre represents not only a significant milestone in ATAL’s development but also the Group’s confidence in the future and continuous investment in Hong Kong, to drive innovation and advancement of engineering. Photo 4: The Secretary for Development of the Hong Kong SAR Government The Hon Bernadette Linn says that the successfully revitalised ATAL Tower is the first to meet the Government’s requirements by allocating 10% of its floor space for function that benefits social development. Photo 5 & 6: The Secretary for Development The Hon Bernadette Linn (centre of photo 5) and Mr Ye Shui Qiu, Deputy Director-General, Department of Educational, Scientific and Technological Affairs, Liaison Office of the Central People’s Government in the Hong Kong SAR (first right of photo 5) tour the ATAL Design, Research and Training Centre, accompanied by ATAL Engineering Group Chairman Dr Kim Mak (second right of photo 5), and Managing Director Mr Brian Cheng (second left of photo 5). The visit showcases ATAL portfolio of advanced construction methodologies and innovative technologies, which help spearhead intelligent and low-carbon transformation across the engineering sector.

BEIJING, CHINA – Media OutReach Neswire – 21 March 2025 – On March 13, Gree’s “Dong Mingzhu Healthy Home” Capital Store officially opened in the core area of Beijing’s sub-center. This milestone not only represents a major upgrade to Gree’s offline retail network but also marks an innovative breakthrough in the healthy home-appliance sector. Through scenario-based experiences, data visualization, and intelligent interaction, Gree delivers a comprehensive showcase of its whole-home smart healthy-appliance lineup — offering consumers an unparalleled lifestyle experience. On March 13, Gree’s “Dong Mingzhu Healthy Home” Capital Store officially opened in the core area of Beijing’s sub-center. The grand opening ceremony was livestreamed across multiple platforms — including Yangshipin, Douyin, and WeChat Channels — and attracted over 5.18 million viewers. Dong Mingzhu, Chairman and President of Gree Electric Appliances, remarked, “We warmly welcome friends from all walks of life to visit Dong Mingzhu Healthy Home. Gree has always been committed to providing consumers with high-quality home appliances, and this store embodies that commitment in its purest form. We place great importance on our retail footprint and will continue expanding to ensure consumers can easily enjoy Gree’s healthy, comfortable, and energy-efficient products and services.” A Fresh Store Design Conveying the Philosophy of Health and Quality Health is the foundation of a happy life and technology is its strongest ally. Responding to growing consumer demand for wellness, Gree’s first Beijing Dong Mingzhu Healthy Home store was designed around the core pillars of “Air-Water Quality-Nutrition.” Spanning 500 square meters, the store features five immersive experience zones — air conditioning, refrigeration, laundry, whole-home water purification, and small appliances — allowing visitors to fully experience the breadth of Gree’s ecosystem. Leveraging an integrated online-to-offline traffic system, Gree seamlessly converts precise digital leads into deep in-store engagement and private-domain conversion, making healthy living more accessible than ever. In-store demonstrations include AI-driven dynamic temperature control and a “wind that doesn’t blow on you” airflow showcase, illustrating the balance between technology and wellbeing; water-purification visualizations, such as comparative TDS testing and heavy-metal adsorption demonstrations, that let visitors witness the purity revolution firsthand; and end-to-end technology demonstrations from fresh-flower refrigeration to Gree’s intelligent range-hood and cooktop suite, closing the loop from preservation to cooking. On March 13, Gree’s “Dong Mingzhu Healthy Home” Capital Store officially opened in the core area of Beijing’s sub-center. Quality Appliances Made by Gree: Turning Trust into a Legacy of Quality For more than 30 years, Gree has earned the reputation of producing the industry’s finest air conditioners. Today, under a diversified strategy, its product portfolio spans household and commercial HVAC, refrigerators, washing machines, water heaters, kitchen appliances, environmental devices, smart buildings, and smart-home solutions, realizing the transition from “Good Air Conditioners, Made by Gree” to “Good Appliances, Made by Gree.” To break the association of “Gree = air conditioners,” the new store format solidifies Gree’s identity as a whole-home appliance brand offering one-stop solutions. The “Dong Mingzhu” trademark has been registered to Gree Electric Appliances since 2015 and is wholly owned by the company. At Dong Mingzhu Healthy Home, technology transcends cold specifications to become a warm guardian of everyday life. In 2025, Gree-branded refrigerators will launch nationwide, while the Jinghong brand continues expanding its lineup, further enriching Gree’s comprehensive appliance ecosystem. Consumer-Centric Excellence in Service Through scenario re-construction and channel innovation, Gree’s Dong Mingzhu Healthy Home transforms the abstract notion of “healthy living” into a tangible, participatory, and sustainable business ecosystem. Beyond product displays — spanning air conditioning, kitchen appliances, refrigeration, laundry, and more — the store includes a coffee lounge, interactive experience zones, and smart demonstration areas, creating a “family living room” that blends shopping, leisure, socializing, and sharing. Professional experience consultants provide personalized, empathetic service to meet each visitor’s unique needs. Gree plans to open 3,000 Dong Mingzhu Healthy Home stores nationwide in 2025, further amplifying its brand influence. The Beijing flagship store exemplifies meticulous attention to detail and a steadfast commitment to delivering an exceptional consumer experience. This strategic upgrade not only refreshes Gree’s brand image but also serves as a growth engine for its partners. Driven by technological innovation, Gree will continue introducing high-quality healthy home appliances, using immersive scenario-based experiences and warm, professional service, to ensure every visitor to Dong Mingzhu Healthy Home discovers a lifestyle where they can “breathe in freshness, savor pure water, and embrace a diet brimming with vitality.” Hashtag: #Gree The issuer is solely responsible for the content of this announcement.