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Digital Entertainment Leadership Forum 2025 Kicks Off Today
AI-Driven Innovation Unlocks the Missing Piece in Digital Entertainment
HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 12 September 2025 – The Digital Entertainment Leadership Forum 2025 (DELF 2025), Cyberport’s annual flagship event, officially kicked off today. Under the theme “Adventure Island: Unlock Innovation with The Missing Piece”, the three-day event (12–14 September) welcomes industry professionals and the public to immerse themselves in a carnival-style programme. Highlights include industry forums, innovative experience showcases, captivating performances, and interactive workshops, offering participants first-hand opportunity to experience how revolutionary technologies such as Artificial Intelligence (AI) are being integrated into every aspect of daily life.
The opening ceremony of DELF 2025 was officiated by an esteemed line-up of guests of honour, including Paul Chan, Financial Secretary, Lillian Cheong, Under Secretary for Innovation, Technology and Industry, Yang Jian, Director of the Department of Youth Affairs of LOCPG, Simon Chan, Chairman of Cyberport and Dr Rocky Cheng, CEO of Cyberport.
The ceremony treated audiences to a special “phygital” performance by virtual singer Vi and singer Ashley Lin, blending the virtual and the real to showcase a groundbreaking fusion of technology and art.
During the ceremony, Paul Chan, Financial Secretary of Hong Kong, said, “In the realm of digital entertainment, AI is revolutionising the way we create and experience content. From automated scriptwriting and music composition, to smarter NPCs (non-playable characters) and ultra-realistic visuals in games, AI is speeding up production, lowering costs and delivering more personalised content that responds to user preferences. AI is a most fitting theme for the Forum this year. Over the past few years, DELF has firmly established itself as Hong Kong’s premier digital entertainment event, and one of the most influential platforms of its kind in Asia. It brings together industry leaders, creators, innovators and members of the public for a vibrant and stimulating exchange of ideas, showcasing a rich tapestry of local and global innovations that are shaping the future of digital entertainment.”
Simon Chan, Chairman of Cyberport, said, “We’re thrilled to welcome everyone to ‘Adventure Island’ at DELF 2025, where you can dive into the transformative power of state‑of‑the‑art technology firsthand. This year’s forum showcases AI’s potential to revolutionise industries, fueled by resources like the Cyberport AI Supercomputing Centre, which will reach 3,000 PFLOPS this year, empowering all sectors to push boundaries and create groundbreaking innovations. Cyberport is dedicated to building a vibrant ecosystem, leveraging platforms like DELF to provide the public with opportunities to engage with the latest technologies, foster collaboration, and transform creative ideas into practical solutions, solidifying Hong Kong’s leadership in digital entertainment and innovation.”
Cyberport × Lenovo Strategic Partnership to Propel Start‑ups onto the Global Stage
The first day of the Forum marked a pivotal milestone, with Cyberport and Lenovo Hong Kong signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to deliver comprehensive support for the growth of Hong Kong start-ups, enrich the city’s AI ecosystem, and drive digital transformation across industries. The partnership will focus on start-up incubation and commercialisation, joint promotion of AI innovation in culture and tourism, manufacturing, and retail, as well as training programmes in AI, cybersecurity, EdTech, and more, with the goal of strengthening Hong Kong’s talent pool and fostering the growth of the innovation and technology ecosystem.
Distinguished Speaker Line‑up Shares Impactful Insights
Over three days, DELF 2025 brings together more than 70 renowned speakers, including representatives from the Intellectual Property Department and the Spatial Data Office of the Development Bureau, executives from international tech giants such as NVIDIA, Tencent Games, and Meta, academic experts from the University of Southern California and Japan’s Polygon Pictures, as well as creative industry leaders such as Anselm Chan, director of “The Last Dance” and board member of the Hong Kong Screenwriters’ Guild, Irving Cheung, production designer of “Table for Six” and “Time Still Turns the Pages”, and T-Ma, music producer.
The Forum features a wide range of forward‑looking topics, including how AI is driving the development of the arts, culture, and tourism sectors; balancing creativity with AI technology to safeguard human artistry in the digital era; the role of AI in music creation and the integration of traditional and digital production methods; and the transformative impact of AI and GameFi on the future of gaming. In the parallel sessions, experts also explored how AI and supercomputing enable artists to rapidly create complex, high‑quality visual artworks and animations, reshaping the visual arts experience, as well as the emotional companionship value and business potential of AI digital humans, among other diverse topics.
35 Innovative Experience Zones Present Future Technology
DELF 2025 features over 35 experience zones across four major themes — Arts, Culture & Tourism, Entertainment, Smart Living, and Sports, offering participants the chance to experience cutting‑edge AI applications firsthand. The zones debut a variety of pioneering technologies, including cultural tech showcases such as MateZ Lab’s “AI Gifts from Dunhuang”, a virtual tour of the Dunhuang Caves, and HTC’s “Eternal Notre‑Dame” VR experience; artistic innovations such as Appreciator.io’s “Celestial Blues: Porcelain’s Renaissance from East to West”, and Henry Chu’s “Under Garden” immersive installation of pine tree garden; medical tech solutions like Acer’s VeriSee DR diagnostic software for diabetic retinopathy; and entertainment tech highlights such as the GUMA Robots’ captivating dance performance.
“Piece Together: Smart Hong Kong”: AI Inspires Children’s Creativity While Fostering an Inclusive Society
The Forum also unveiled, for the first time, an AI mosaic artwork co‑created by over 1,000 students from around 30 primary, secondary, and special education needs (SEN) schools under a project organised by Cyberport and co‑organised by the Hong Kong Association for Computer Education (HKACE). Showcasing landmarks in Hong Kong’s Southern District — including Cyberport 5, Ocean Park, and Tai Pak Floating Restaurant — the artwork embodies the creative energy of “Smart Hong Kong” and the vision of an inclusive society, bringing together the imagination of a thousand young minds to piece together a vision of future cityscape.
Countless Exciting Programmes for Your Weekend
In addition to today’s unique drone performance presented by OWOWWW, a Cyberport incubatee, and the performance and AI short film by Korean boy band XODIAC, an array of exciting programmes will unfold over the next two days. Highlights include the HKITDA Art-Tech Concert, Re:VISS AI Film Fest 2025 cum Awards Ceremony, the Dark Horse Indie Game Awards & Conference, and the Silver Age Esports Tournament & Experience Day and more. The MCL Cinema at Cyberport will also screen the world’s first AI‑generated feature film “Pirate Queen: Zheng Yi Sao” alongside other AI short films.
Participants can also join over 25 immersive workshops covering innovative themes such as escape room design, AI-driven music production and songwriting, and sensory interaction game development. These include the “Xiaohongshu Virtual Influencer Creation Workshop”, “DIY Murder Mystery Game Using Generative AI”, and the “Vtuber Experiential Workshop”, offering hands‑on experience of the practical applications of emerging technologies.
The Experience Zones and workshops will remain open over the weekend, allowing more visitors to enjoy AI‑driven innovations in culture, sports, tourism, and entertainment with family and friends. Participants can also take part in the “Play‑to‑Earn” activity, completing different daily checkpoint tasks in the Experience Zones to win attractive prizes.
For media enquiries and event details, please visit the official DELF 2025 website at https://delf.cyberport.hk.
Hashtag: #DELF2025 #Cyberport
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About Hong Kong Cyberport
Wholly owned by the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) Government, Cyberport is Hong Kong’s digital tech hub and AI accelerator, with a vision to empower industry digitalisation and intelligent transformation, to promote digital economy and AI development, and to foster Hong Kong to be an international AI, innovation and technology (I&T) hub. Cyberport gathers over 2,200 companies, including 11 listed companies and 10 unicorns. One-third of onsite companies’ founders come from 26 countries and regions, while Cyberport companies have expanded to over 35 global markets.
Cyberport, with Hong Kong’s largest AI Supercomputing Centre and AI Lab as the engine, has been building the AI ecosystem with industry-leading AI companies and over 400 AI and data science start-ups. Through development of tech clusters, namely AI, data science, blockchain and cybersecurity, Cyberport empowers industries across smart city and government, banking and finance, digital entertainment, culture and tourism, healthcare, education and training, property management, construction, transportation and logistics, green environment and more, while hosting Hong Kong’s largest FinTech community. Commissioned by the HKSAR Government, Cyberport has implemented proof-of-concept and sandbox schemes, subsidisation for digital tech adoption, industry tech training and start-up incubation, to drive technology R&D, translation and commercialisation, thus propelling digital transformation and intelligent upgrade across industry and society.
Also as Hong Kong’s key incubator, Cyberport supports entrepreneurs with funding and office space, extensive networks of enterprises, investors, technology corporations and professional services for business growth and expansion to Mainland China and overseas markets, all-round facilitation for landing in Hong Kong, talent attraction and cultivation, ready as a launchpad to take start-ups in any stages of development to the next level.
For more information, please visit 
https://www.cyberport.hk/en.
Gandakan Kebaikan transforms nationwide kindness into real homes, delivering meaningful and lasting impact.
KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 22 April 2026 – Tropicana Twister’s ‘Gandakan Kebaikan’ campaign has reached a defining milestone with the completion and handover of homes to families in need, marking a tangible outcome of a nationwide movement built on everyday acts of kindness.
Developed in partnership with EPIC Homes, the initiative contributes towards the building of up to 100 homes for underserved communities, including Orang Asli families across Malaysia. What began during Ramadan as a simple call to do good has since translated into safe, liveable spaces that provide families with protection, stability and a chance to move forward.
“Gandakan Kebaikan reflects our belief that meaningful change happens when communities come together with a shared purpose,” said Aditya Sheoran, PepsiCo Franchise Senior Director. “Through this initiative, we’re building homes and helping to create stronger foundations for families to thrive, today and for the future.”
Jennifer Lee, Head of Marketing, PepsiCo Malaysia Beverages, shared, “This is where intention becomes impact. Tropicana Twister’s Gandakan Kebaikan campaign started as individual acts of kindness, and now, the result is visible, that Malaysians are and will continue to show up for one another.”
“Families living in unsafe homes live in constant worry, especially during heavy rain. An EPIC Home gives them a place where they can feel secure. It goes beyond being just a shelter – a safe home gives peace of mind, stability, and the hope for a better future.” said Nadhira Halim, (Asst. Manager, Fundraising & Partnership, EPIC Homes).
More than just physical structures, these homes create a sense of security and dignity, while giving families a stable environment to rebuild their lives. Built with the support of volunteers and local communities, each home reflects a collective effort that goes far beyond a single campaign.
While ‘Gandakan Kebaikan’ was rooted in the spirit of Ramadan, its impact continues to extend far beyond the festive season. By focusing on long-term community needs, Tropicana Twister reinforces its commitment to creating meaningful and lasting change.
“As a brand, we believe in the power of collective goodness. This project is about turning that belief into action and bringing people together to create lasting impact,” added Jennifer. “Just like every beam and plank forms a home, each of you is a vital piece in building this journey.”
With the completion of these homes, ‘Gandakan Kebaikan’ continues to build on its mission of supporting underserved communities across Malaysia, proving that collective goodwill can create an impact that lasts beyond a moment.
For more information, visit Tropicana Twister’s Facebook page @MYTropicana and watch here on YouTube to see the impact unfold.
Hashtag: #TropicanaTwister
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About PepsiCo
PepsiCo products are enjoyed by consumers more than one billion times a day in more than 200 countries and territories around the world. PepsiCo generated more than $86 billion in net revenue in 2022, driven by a complimentary beverage and convenient foods portfolio that includes Tropicana, Lay’s, Doritos, Cheetos, Gatorade, Pepsi-Cola, Mountain Dew, Quaker, and SodaStream. PepsiCo’s product portfolio includes a wide range of enjoyable foods and beverages, including many iconic brands that generate more than $1 billion each in estimated annual retail sales.
Guiding PepsiCo is our vision to be the Global Leader in Beverages and Convenient Foods by Winning with pep+ (PepsiCo Positive). pep+ is our strategic end-to-end transformation that puts sustainability and human capital at the centre of how we will create value and growth by operating within planetary boundaries and inspiring positive change cafor the planet and people. For more information, visit 
www.pepsico.com, and follow on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn @PepsiCo.
From Orientation to a Continuous Student Journey
Orientation programmes have traditionally focused on introducing students to campus life. Today, they are increasingly seen as the starting point of a longer engagement model. Institutions such as the Singapore Institute of Management (SIM), onboarding is complemented by a structured ecosystem of activities that extends throughout the academic lifecycle. These include Student‑led Student Club Recruitment drives,, leadership camps, and peer-led initiatives that encourage early interaction and sustained participation over time.
Building Bonds Through Shared Experiences
Rather than relying solely on informal social interaction, universities or institutions are creating structured environments where students collaborate regularly. SIM, for instance, offers more than 70 student clubs spanning arts, sports, and academic interests, alongside activities such as hackathons, overseas community projects, and student-led events. Such platforms allow students to work together on common goals, reflecting real-world team dynamics and reinforcing skills such as communication and collaboration.
Learning Beyond the Classroom
The concept of student life is also expanding beyond academic settings. Dedicated platforms such as SIM’s Student Life initiatives are designed to provide a more holistic campus experience, reinforcing the idea that learning extends beyond formal instruction. At the same time, academic support systems such as the Student Learning Centre provide structured assistance through workshops, consultations, and learning resources, supporting both individual and group learning processes.
A Diverse and Global Learning Environment
With partnerships across universities in the United Kingdom, Australia, Europe, and the United States, institutions like SIM bring together students from varied cultural and academic backgrounds. This diversity creates opportunities for cross-cultural collaboration, which is increasingly relevant in a globalised workforce.
Connecting Student Experience to Career Outcomes
The emphasis on collaboration and engagement is also closely linked to employability. SIM’s broader model integrates academic programmes with industry partnerships, internships, and career services aimed at preparing students for a rapidly changing work environment. This reflects a wider trend in higher education, where experience is being designed not only around academic achievement, but also around the development of professional networks and workplace skills.
Redefining the University Experience
As learning models continue to evolve, universities or institutions are placing greater emphasis on how student interactions are structured over time. From orientation activities to co-curricular engagement and career preparation, the journey from enrolment to graduation is increasingly being shaped as a continuous pathway for collaboration, experience-building, and network development.
Reference:
- Project 1095 – https://project1095.simge.edu.sg/
- Singapore Institute of Management – https://www.sim.edu.sg
- SIM Global Education Overview – https://www.sim.edu.sg/degrees-diplomas/overview
Hashtag: #SIMGlobalEducation #SIMGE #GlobalEducation #InternationalDegree #CareerReady #FutureSkills
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About SIM Global Education
SIM Global Education (SIM GE) is a leading private education institution in Singapore and the region. We offer more than 140 academic programmes ranging from diplomas and graduate diploma programmes to bachelor’s and master’s degree programmes with some of the world’s most reputable universities from Australia, Canada, Europe, United Kingdom, and the United States. SIM GE’s cohort is made up of 17,000 full- and part-time students and adult learners, of which approximately 41% are international students hailing from over 50 countries.
SIM GE’s holistic learning approach and culturally diverse learning environment aim to equip students with knowledge, industry skills and employability competencies, as well as a global perspective to succeed as future leaders in a fast-changing, technologically driven world.
For more information on SIM Global Education, visit www.sim.edu.sg.
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Where Ancient Ritual Meets Runway: Sanyuesan Festival Gets Modern Makeover in Wuzhishan
Alex, a visitor ventured to China’s southernmost province primarily for its renowned black tea. What he did not anticipate was taking a front-row seat at a breathtaking fashion show staged on water.
“This unique stage has allowed me to capture some wonderful images,” said Alex, who happened to be in Wuzhishan during the Sanyuesan Festival. “I originally came here simply as a fan of Wuzhishan’s black tea, but now I find myself deeply fascinated by the culture of Wuzhishan as well.”
The “unique stage” he refers to is the immersive water-based performance space created for the 2026 Sanyuesan Festival, featuring the “Miss Li · Hainan Sanyuesan Water Village Show.” This innovative platform, with water as its runway and the rainforest as its backdrop, presents the Sanyuesan, a traditional celebration of the Li and Miao ethnic groups with thousands of years of history, through a contemporary lens, appealing to both local and international audiences.
The Sanyuesan Festival is memorable not only for its visual appeal but also for its interactive nature. In 2025, the event in Wuzhishan received 175,000 visitors and generated 110 million yuan (approximately 15.1 million US dollars) in consumption. This year, Wuzhishan introduced five premium tourist routes, converting ecological resources — including millennium-old tree fern groves, tropical rainforest tea gardens, and Yahu Terraces — into tourism products.
“Previously, folk culture felt distant,” said Shan Lijun, a tourist from northeast China’s Heilongjiang Province. “But now, in Wuzhishan, I can sip tea, watch a village show, and dance with the locals— it all feels very ‘cool.'”
Additionally, the festival is witnessing the evolution of local intangible cultural heritage industries. A Li brocade fashion and cultural creative design competition showcased innovative garments and creative works, merging traditional craftsmanship with contemporary fashion. This heritage item, once listed on UNESCO’s List of Intangible Cultural Heritage in Need of Urgent Safeguarding, has now, through the concerted efforts of many, been transferred to the Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity, and is reaching broader markets through collaborations with international designers.
Hashtag: #Sanyuesan
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