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IAS ANALYSIS Unveils Groundbreaking NIR Technology at the 2025 International Near Infrared Spectroscopy Conference in Rome
Highlighting IAS-OLIVE: A Portable NIR Solution Tailored for the Olive Oil Industry
At the Rome conference, IAS proudly showcased its flagship innovation — IAS-OLIVE, a portable, battery-powered NIR spectrometer specifically engineered for the unique needs of the olive oil industry. Compact and user-friendly, the device is ideal for olive mills, orchards, laboratories, and in-field quality control operations.
IAS-OLIVE enables rapid, non-destructive testing of both solid and liquid olive samples, delivering key parameter measurements — moisture, oil content, free fatty acids (FFA), peroxide value, and polyphenols — in just two minutes. These parameters are critical for determining olive oil quality production efficiency and profitability.
The device integrates cutting-edge MEMS (Micro-Electro-Mechanical Systems) and DLP (Digital Light Processing) technologies, dramatically lowering the cost of NIR analysis without compromising on accuracy.
Coupled with advanced machine learning models, IAS-OLIVE delivers highly reliable predictions across a wide range of olive varieties and maturity levels.
Already well-received in the European market, IAS-OLIVE is helping olive oil producers make data-driven decisions throughout the production chain:
Intake Stage: Quickly assess moisture, oil, and acidity levels to ensure fair pricing and raw material quality.
Pressing Process: Monitor residual oil and moisture content in real time to optimize pressing efficiency and maximize yield.
Decanting and Separation: Continuously analyze remaining fat and water to guide kneading process adjustments.
Finished Oil Testing: Perform comprehensive testing of moisture, acidity, peroxide value, and polyphenol content to ensure product quality and market compliance.
“IAS-OLIVE is more than just a device — it’s a powerful tool that helps producers optimize efficiency, improve quality, and maximize profits,” said Jasmine Nan, Application Engineer at IAS ANALYSIS. “Our mission is to make laboratory-grade spectral analysis accessible to everyone, from large industrial enterprises to small family-run mills.”
Global Calibration Ensuring Local Precision
To achieve robust performance and global adaptability, IAS ANALYSIS has launched an extensive global olive sample collection campaign, sourcing diverse samples from major olive-producing regions including South Europe and Australia.
This large and varied dataset forms a solid foundation for IAS-OLIVE’s calibration models, enabling the device to precisely adapt to different olive cultivars, growing conditions, and processing methods. It also reflects IAS’s commitment to serving global markets while meeting local needs.
Extending Excellence: IAS-6100 and IAS-PAT L1M for Broader Industrial Applications
Following the success of IAS-OLIVE, IAS ANALYSIS also introduced IAS-6100, a powerful NIR solution purpose-built for the palm oil industry. Designed to perform real-time, non-destructive analysis of palm oil, palm fruit (FFB), and pressed fiber, IAS-6100 delivers rapid measurements of key indicators such as free fatty acids (FFA), oil content, moisture and DOBI (Deterioration of Bleachability Index) – essential parameters for assessing quality, refining performance, and economic value in the palm oil production chain.
Its sturdy construction and precision optics make IAS-6100 highly suitable for use in both laboratory and harsh field environments. By integrating smart algorithms with robust hardware, the system enables producers to optimize extraction processes, reduce waste, and maintain product quality. IAS-6100 has been widely adopted across Southeast Asia and has received strong recognition for its contribution to data-driven, sustainable palm oil production.
Another device drawing international attention is IAS-PAT L1M, a versatile, real-time online analyzer designed for multi-industry applications. IAS-PAT L1M supports continuous monitoring and dynamic control across various sectors, including agriculture, chemicals, and food processing — helping manufacturers unlock higher efficiency, quality, and traceability at scale.
Pioneer in Near Infrared Spectroscopy
Founded in 2016, IAS ANALYSIS is a national high-tech enterprise dedicated to the research and industrial application of near infrared spectroscopy. Over 50% of its R&D team hold master’s or doctoral degrees, with expertise spanning optics, mechanics, electronics, computer science, and industrial engineering.
IAS is committed to delivering intelligent, modular, and cost-effective solutions to meet the increasing complexity and diversity of industrial environments. To date, its technologies have been implemented in over 4,000 applications worldwide, helping customers improve process efficiency, product quality, and operational insight.
Advancing Industrial Analysis from Lab to Field
Near infrared spectroscopy’s fast and non-destructive testing capabilities are revolutionizing how industries acquire and utilize critical data. IAS ANALYSIS leads this transformation, focusing on key sectors such as smart agriculture, feed processing, grain and oil production, tobacco raw materials, and trade.
In parallel, IAS is actively expanding into emerging high-tech fields including semiconductors, new energy, and fine chemicals by developing intelligent process monitoring instruments that enable real-time quality control, full traceability, and sustainable development — empowering enterprises to gain competitive advantages.
IAS’s innovations extend beyond hardware and integrate proprietary algorithms and modular platforms. These technologies enable manufacturers to shift from long and expensive laboratory testing to fast on-site quality check and decision-making, shortening production cycles, reducing waste, and fostering intelligent data-driven manufacturing ecosystems.
Towards an Intelligent and Sustainable Industrial Future
Looking ahead, IAS ANALYSIS remains dedicated to its mission: “To provide highly customised world-class spectral analysis products and services through technological breakthroughs ” The company strives to achieve seamless integration of fast near infrared analysis across production and trade processes.
Through international collaboration, algorithmic innovation, and platform optimization, IAS is accelerating the industrialization and adoption of NIR technology — enhancing supply chain transparency and traceability, reducing resource waste and energy consumption, and supporting sustainable manufacturing development.
“As industries evolve, their quality check tools must evolve in parallel,” Jasmine Nan added. “We take pride in being a catalyst for this transformation, helping enterprises worldwide harness spectral data to build smarter, greener production futures.”
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New Documentary A MONA LISA OBSESSION from Discovery to debut December 14 in Southeast Asia
Owned by Frank Huang, an art collector and Taiwanese technology leader from Taiwan, this depiction of the Mona Lisa from his private collection adds a unique perspective to the ongoing conversation surrounding one of Leonardo da Vinci’s most iconic works.
The Mona Lisa has long captivated the world with her enigmatic smile and mysterious gaze – over centuries, many artistic interpretations inspired by the Mona Lisa have emerged, with scholars discovering more hidden details and subtle symbols, fueling the fascination of the original painting.
Catch A Mona Lisa Obsession in Southeast Asia on the Discovery Channel, Thursday, December 11, 2025 at 7:10 PM SGT and on Discovery Asia on Sunday, December 14 at 9:00 PM SGT.
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Financial Stress Keeps Singapore Awake, while Overall Well-Being in APAC Lags Behind Global Peers
Promotion of exercise culture and therapy may boost physical and mental health
The Singapore report of the Cigna Healthcare International Health Study 2025, released today encompasses more than 11,000 respondents across 13 markets, including 1,000 in Singapore and 4,000 across the Asia-Pacific region. The study reveals that physical, mental and financial well-being are the three aspects prioritized by Singapore residents. However, financial well-being is ranked the lowest with almost four in 10 (39%) rating their financial health as “fair” or “poor”.
Raymond Ng, CEO & Country Manager, Cigna Healthcare Singapore & Australia said: “Health and vitality are key to building resilient communities. It promises the well-being of our workforce and enables us to grow and prosper as a society. While vitality and well-being levels held firm among Singapore residents, more needs to be done in today’s uncertain environment to tackle stressors that can negatively impact their physical and mental well-being.”
The key indicators of vitality and well-being in Singapore are as follows:
| Vitality Score | Overall Well-Being
(% rating as “excellent” or “very good”)
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Top Three Areas of Well-Being
(% rating as “excellent” or “very good” in 2025) |
| 2025: 61.2
2024: 61.4 |
2025: 34%
2024: 33% |
Family well-being: 44%
Mental well-being: 36% Physical well-being: 34% |
On a regional level, overall well-being in Asia Pacific lags behind the global average, with less than three in 10 (28%) Asia-Pacific respondents rating their overall well-being as “excellent” or “very good”, compared to four in 10 (41%) globally. While physical and mental well-being are the two most important aspects of well-being for respondents globally, financial well-being is more important for those in Asia Pacific, coming in as the third most important aspect. With financial well-being remaining the weakest aspect across the globe, there is a pressing need for governments and organizations to render support to address financial concerns.
Robert Peat, Chief Executive Officer, Asia Pacific, Cigna Healthcare said: “Asia Pacific continues to be one of the fastest growing regions in the world. To sustain this momentum, communities and employers need to recognize that healthy people are the foundation of a healthy economy and implement measures to close the gaps in their well-being.”
Sleepless in Singapore: Financial stress as the sleep killer
While mental well-being in Singapore remains stable with more than a third of respondents rating it as “excellent” or “very good” this year, eight in 10 (79%) respondents are stressed. Their greatest stressors are the current cost of living (53%); uncertainty about the future (47%); and personal finance (43%).
Stress affects more than mental and emotional health and can have huge implications on physical well-being. Our study reveals that disrupted sleep is the most common effect of stress among respondents in the nation, with close to half (48%) of respondents who are stressed reporting this effect, compared to 38% regionally.
Therapy remains underused by Singapore respondents. Despite nearly half (49%) of respondents reporting being negatively impacted by poor mental health, nearly nine in 10 (89%) say they did not receive counselling or therapy in the past 12 months, with 77% believing they do not need it. Given the impacts of stress and poor mental health on physical and overall well-being, more efforts are needed to raise awareness about the benefits of therapy and destigmatize seeking help.
Exercise culture runs strong in Singapore
More than a quarter (26%) of respondents in Singapore rate their exercise habits as “excellent” or “very good”.
When asked how they manage their weight, two-thirds (66%) said they exercise regularly, higher than the Asia-Pacific average of 61%; with only 4% of Singapore respondents turning to medication for weight management. The findings underscore a relatively strong exercise culture and the prioritization of healthy habits among those living in the nation. Communities and organizations may leverage the growing fitness trend to enhance physical well-being.
Cautious optimism around AI in healthcare
Close to half (47%) of Singapore respondents are positive about the impact of AI on healthcare, with 45% expecting it will reduce wait times within three years. This could have an outsized impact in Singapore, as respondents here are 29% more likely to have delayed or avoided getting care due to concern with wait times than their regional counterparts.
Additionally, almost half of Singapore respondents (48%) mention a reduction in human interaction as an expected change with the advent of AI. The challenge ahead is striking the right balance between efficiency and empathy.
The full findings of the report are available here.
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Cigna Healthcare is a division of The Cigna Group, a global health company committed to creating a better future built on the health and vitality of every individual and every community. Cigna Healthcare is a health benefits provider that advocates for better health through every stage of life. We guide our customers through the healthcare system, empowering them with the information and insight they need to make the best choices for improving their health and vitality.
Cigna Healthcare Singapore is a strong believer of total health and wellness and prides itself on delivering personalized solutions for the health of our clients and customers. To achieve this, Cigna Healthcare Singapore works as one global team and in close partnership with its customers, network providers and communities to understand and address their diverse needs. Learn more at www.cigna.com.sg
The JESSICA Beauty and Wellness Awards celebrate excellence across luxury beauty, healthcare and wellness. It is one of the most recognized beauty industry awards in Hong Kong. The organizer, JESSICA, is a major lifestyle and media company. For over 25 years, JESSICA has been reporting on fashion, lifestyle and business, as one of the most trustworthy and influential media sources in Hong Kong.
“We’re incredibly fortunate to win this new, Best AI Slimming Award with JESSICA,” said the spokesperson for SWISS REJU. “Our goal was to provide our guests with top medical aesthetic technologies. Platforms like BTL EXION and INDIBA, are exactly the type of top medical technologies which SWISS REJU is heavily investing in. The breathtaking results powered by AI, reflect the endless possibilities new technologies can bring to the beauty and slimming field”
The JESSICA Beauty and Wellness Awards is extremely selective and has a rigorous nominations and editorial selection process. Only brands that have been proven to provide genuine service and excellent results are eligible to compete. Amongst the Winners this year, are Australian organic brand “CANVAS” and Japanese household name “Panasonic VITALIFT” beauty appliances.
SWISS REJU, with its heavy investment in new and prestigious technologies such as INDIBA (recently approved in Europe under the Medical Device Regulation), offers a seamless blend of traditional wellness and innovation, allowing guests to experience what many considered to be one of the most effective slimming treatments in Hong Kong. INDIBA with its trademark Proionic 448khz technology, is loved by the Top 1% most influential users in the world, amongst them European royalties, celebrity footballers and international singers.
The recognition of this major annual Award, reaffirms SWISS REJU’s commitment to exceptional technology. It is the 12th annual award won by the brand, representing a new record.
SWISS REJU and integrative power of cutting edge technologies
SWISS REJU’s trademarked “K-Lipolysis” body contouring program offers winning technologies including INDIBA, BTL EXION, Winback, ATP LIPO X, amongst others. It is the unique contouring solution beauty lovers are craving for.
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