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HKSTP and HKTDC Lead Delegation of 60 Tech Companies to CES 2026

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Largest-ever showcase highlighting Hong Kong’s prowess in Innovation for International Collaboration

HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 12 December 2025 – Consumer Electronics Show (CES) 2026, one of the world’s largest technology and innovation event, will take place from 6 to 9 January 2026 in Las Vegas. Hong Kong Science and Technology Parks Corporation (HKSTP), together with the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC), supported by the Hong Kong Electronic Industries Association (HKEIA), will lead a delegation of 60 Hong Kong tech companies to the event. This marks the largest-ever Hong Kong delegation, underscoring the city’s role as a leading international innovation and technology (I&T) hub.

Derek Chim, Head of Startup Ecosystem and Development at HKSTP (middle), and Iris Wong, Director of Merchandise Trade and Innovation; and External Relations at HKTDC (third to the right), joined representatives from five Hong Kong tech companies at the “CES 2026 Hong Kong Innovation Delegation Media Preview.” The duo announced the largest-ever Hong Kong delegation to CES, featuring 60 companies.

A Dual-Pavilion Showcase of Five Innovation sectors

The delegation covers five key sectors: Advanced Materials & Sustainability, AI & Data, Digital Transformation, Electronics & Robotics, and Life & Health — focusing on innovative and market-ready solutions.

To represent the breadth of Hong Kong’s ecosystem — the delegation of 60 tech companies will showcase at the Hong Kong Tech Pavilion that will span into two major zones: Eureka Park – dedicated to emerging startups and tech; and Global Pavilion – featuring established enterprises ready for international expansion.

Three innovative companies from Hong Kong Tech Pavilion have been honoured with the CES 2026 Innovation Awards for their breakthrough technologies. The Hong Kong delegation will showcase cutting-edge technologies across key areas, including sports technology, life and health technology, smart cities and artificial intelligence. Highlights include:

  • Non-Invasive Continuous Sweat Lactate Monitoring Developed by Point Fit Technology Limited, this world-leading ultra-thin wearable skin patch enables continuous health tracking through sweat analysis, supporting preventive care and longevity. The sensor earned the Innovation Awards in the Digital Health category.
  • 30-Second Liver Fat Diagnosis Eieling Technology Limited’s “FattaLab® Fatty Liver Diagnostic Device” is the world’s first portable intelligent diagnostic system for fatty liver detection. Recognised with an Innovation Awards in the Digital Health category, it delivers medical-grade assessments in just 30 seconds, accelerating early screening and clinical decision-making.
  • AI-Powered Firefighting Solution – Leveraging advanced AI, the “Smart Firefighting Robot” developed by Widemount Dynamics Tech Limited is capable of monitoring and firefighting in high-risk environments such as docks and warehouses storing electronic products, significantly improving the chance of protecting lives and assets. This solution received the “Best of Innovation” distinction in the “Support of Human Security for All” category.
  • “Electronic Nose” Powered by AI – Airoma AI Limited combines MEMS (Micro-Electro-Mechanical Systems) technology with AI to create an “electronic nose” that digitises scents, enabling smell recognition into daily applications.
  • Eco-Friendly Pest Control System – Plasticvore Chain Limited merges sustainability with smart tech to develop the world’s first AI-powered pest-control system “PetalGard®”, made from recycled tire materials.

Mr Derek Chim, Head of Startup Ecosystem and Development at HKSTP, said: “CES is an influential global event for I&T. Last year, the Hong Kong Tech Pavilion attracted over 16,000 visitors and generated over HK$100 million in business opportunities, providing tremendous exposure and collaboration prospects for our startups. By bringing the largest-ever delegation to CES 2026, we are scaling up that impact. HKSTP is building a vibrant and supportive I&T ecosystem, providing comprehensive incubation programmes, and Global Booster Programme to help tech companies expand overseas. CES not only showcases innovative capabilities, but also reinforces Hong Kong’s role as a super-connector, promoting international technology exchange and market integration.”

Ms Iris Wong, Director, Merchandise Trade and Innovation / Director, External Relations, HKTDC, expressed: “Promoting Hong Kong’s innovation and technology sector to expand into international markets is one of the key focus of the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC). For over 40 years, we have led the Hong Kong tech industry to participate in CES. Next month, in collaboration with Hong Kong Science Park, we will once again take Hong Kong’s tech elites to CES to show to the world Hong Kong’s strength as an international innovation and technology hub. Over the years, the HKTDC has consistently built efficient platforms to facilitate collaborations within the tech industry and to help the industry capture global opportunities through international trade exhibitions, conferences, and outreach activities. The Hong Kong Technology Pavilion set up at CES is an ideal springboard to assist Hong Kong’s tech enterprises in ‘going global.'”

HKSTP catalyses local tech companies through comprehensive incubation programmes, professional business development support, and extensive international networks, to transform bold ideas into commercially viable and globally competitive innovations.

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AIA Hong Kong Continues to Lead the Market in Number of New Business Policies

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HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 23 January 2026 – AIA Hong Kong continues to lead the market, firmly holding the number one position in the number of new business policies for the first three quarters of 2025, according to the Provisional Statistics from the Insurance Authority on Hong Kong Long Term Insurance Business.* This remarkable 11‑year leadership streak underscores our exceptional market strength and the enduring confidence our customers place in us.**

We sincerely thank our customers for their continued trust. AIA Hong Kong’s sustained leadership in the number of new business policies reflects that when people seek to protect their own and their loved ones’ future through insurance, AIA’s quality health and wealth solutions — together with services and experiences that go beyond traditional insurance — consistently stand out as their preferred choice.

We remain committed to protecting every moment that matters and helping people and the communities we serve to live Healthier, Longer, Better Lives.

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* Source: The latest provisional statistics of the Insurance Authority on Hong Kong long-term insurance business from January to September 2025.

** Based on statistics from Insurance Authority released since 2014 – Provisional statistics of the Insurance Authority on Hong Kong long-term insurance business.

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About AIA Hong Kong & Macau

AIA Group Limited established its operations in Hong Kong in 1931. To date, AIA Hong Kong and AIA Macau have about 18,000 financial planners1, as well as an extensive network of independent financial advisors, brokerage and bancassurance partners. We serve over 3.6 million customers2, offering them a wide selection of professional services and products ranging from individual life, group life, accident, medical and health, pension, personal lines insurance to investment-linked assurance schemes with numerous investment options. We are also dedicated to providing superb product solutions to meet the financial needs of high-net-worth customers.

1 As at 30 June 2025
2 Including AIA Hong Kong and AIA Macau’s individual life, group insurance and pension customers (as at 30 June 2025)

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VinFuture Opens Call for Excellent Scientific Breakthroughs for the 6th Season

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HANOI, VIETNAM – Media OutReach Newswire – 23 January 2026 – The VinFuture Prize officially announces the launch of its 2026 season and opens the nomination period until 2:00 PM on April 17, 2026 (Vietnam time, GMT+7). Eligible nominations must pertain to scientific or technological inventions and solutions that demonstrate clear, measurable benefits for millions of people worldwide and must be submitted by distinguished individuals or reputable institutions within the global science and technology community.

A number of scientific breakthroughs recognized by the VinFuture Prize have subsequently been honored by the world’s most prestigious scientific awards, including the Nobel Prize. Photo: VinFuture

All nominations will undergo a rigorous screening and evaluation process conducted by the VinFuture Pre-Screening Committee and the Prize Council, which comprise leading scientists from around the world, including laureates of prestigious international awards such as the Nobel Prize, the Turing Award, and the Millennium Technology Prize.

The evaluation process is scheduled to be completed by September 2026, with the 6th VinFuture Prize Award Ceremony slated for early December 2026. Nominations submitted after April 17, 2026 will automatically be considered for the 2027 season.

In order to provide comprehensive information and strengthen engagement with its global network of nomination partners, the VinFuture Foundation will host two international webinars in the first quarter of 2026, featuring insights and perspectives from representatives of the Prize Council, the Pre-Screening Committee, and VinFuture Laureates. The first webinar will take place at 8:00 AM on January 26, 2026 (Hanoi time).

In 2026, the VinFuture Prize will continue the implementation of its Top Nominators Recognition Program, formally acknowledging the exceptional contributions of scientists whose discernment and scholarly leadership are instrumental in identifying and nominating scientific and technological achievements of transformative significance for humanity.

Having completed five successive and highly successful award cycles, the VinFuture Prize has established itself as a globally respected distinction within the international science and technology community. To date, it has received a cumulative total of 6,132 nominations from nearly 110 countries and territories and has recognized 48 outstanding scientists whose pioneering work has delivered profound, enduring, and far-reaching benefits to humanity.

Many of the achievements recognized by the VinFuture Prize are closely aligned with major milestones in human progress, ranging from global networking technologies, PERC solar cells, lithium-ion battery energy storage, and artificial intelligence to essential fields such as sustainable agriculture, healthcare, and environmental protection. Reflecting its expanding international reach, VinFuture’s global nomination partner network now includes nearly 15,000 scientists worldwide.

Dr. Thai-Ha Le, Managing Director of the VinFuture Foundation, stated: “After five years of establishment and development, VinFuture Prize has steadily affirmed its position as one of the world’s leading global science prizes, where outstanding scientific excellence is honored in parallel with social responsibility and the long-term interests of humanity. As we enter the 2026 season, we anticipate that nominations will continue to demonstrate the pivotal role of science and technology in addressing global challenges in a comprehensive manner, thereby advancing breakthrough solutions with strong applicability and the capacity to generate positive and sustainable impacts on a global scale.”

With its established international stature and credibility, VinFuture has contributed meaningfully to positioning Viet Nam as an emerging hub for global knowledge exchange and scientific collaboration. Numerous VinFuture partners have traveled to Viet Nam to engage in academic exchanges, share professional expertise, and strengthen ties with the domestic scientific community. Notable participants include Professor Aldo Steinfeld of the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology Zurich (ETH Zurich), recipient of the 2024 SolarPACES Lifetime Achievement Award; Professor Kurt Kremer, Honorary Director of the Max Planck Institute for Polymer Research (Germany); and Professor Chuanbin Mao of The Chinese University of Hong Kong (China), ranked among the world’s top 2% most-cited scientists in biomedical engineering…

Through VinFuture, many Vietnamese scientists have likewise gained access to, and established collaborations with, leading global researchers, actively engaging with the international scientific community to help shape a sustainable future for Vietnam and for humanity at large.

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FED Fitness Becomes Official Partner Of The Houston Rockets

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HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 23 January 2026 – FED Fitness, a global leader in home gym fitness solutions, has been named an official partner of the NBA’s Houston Rockets. The partnership was officially announced in Houston and brings together two organizations committed to performance, innovation, and accessible training solutions.

Through this collaboration, FED Fitness and the Houston Rockets aim to bridge professional training standards with the at-home fitness experience, encouraging consistent movement and healthy routines for people of all ages and fitness levels.

FED Fitness offers a wide range of high-quality home exercise equipment, competitive pricing, and a free training app—aligning seamlessly with the Rockets’ performance-driven mindset and community-focused approach to sport and wellness.

Notably, this marks the Houston Rockets’ first partnership with a dedicated home gym solutions brand, reflecting the growing importance of home-based training within the evolving sports and fitness landscape. The partnership also reinforces FED Fitness’s expertise, product quality, and long-term strategic vision, as elite sports organizations increasingly align with innovative home fitness brands.

At the heart of the partnership is a shared commitment to health, discipline, and long-term fitness habits—whether training at home or competing at the highest level on the court.

Extending Professional Training into the Home

FED Fitness operates with the belief that fitness should be accessible, enjoyable, and sustainable, providing solutions designed to support users at different stages of their home fitness journey.

FED Fitness Home Gym Solutions

Its home gym solutions are defined by several core characteristics:

  • Professionalgrade equipment
  • Home training content system
  • Spacefriendly designs
  • Scenariodriven content
  • Sustainable training system

FED Fitness is more than just equipment treadmills, ellipticals, strength machines, and lightweight accessories. Instead, it goes above and beyond by providing an entire home fitness ecosystem that includes training and health data.

Partnership Benefits for Consumers and Fans

The partnership between FED Fitness and the Houston Rockets is built on a shared focus on training, health, and fitness, as well as a mutual commitment to creating engaging, family-friendly experiences around the game.

Designed to benefit both organizations, the collaboration also delivers added value for Rockets fans through a variety of interactive activations and promotions. These include a sweepstakes for a VIP game experience, home training content featuring FED Fitness products and Houston Rockets personnel, and opportunities for co-branded merchandise offerings. Fans can also follow FED Fitness on social media to access exclusive, fans-only discounts.

About FED Fitness: Brand vision and global health mission

FED Fitness is a global home gym solution brand focused on delivering professional-grade equipment and digital training tools for home use.

Trusted by more than 12 million households worldwide, the brand is committed to helping individuals and families build sustainable fitness habits through accessible, high-quality solutions.

The partnership with the Houston Rockets further reinforces FED Fitness’s long-term vision of integrating professional training standards into home-based fitness and everyday life.

For more information, visit www.fedfitness.com

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