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Watsons Continues its Expansion in GCC with the Opening of its New Flagship Store in Bahrain

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HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 30 December 2024 – AS Watson Group and Al-Futtaim Group jointly announce the opening of Watsons’ new flagship store at City Centre Bahrain Mall, signifying the Watsons’ entry into a new market alongside the United Arab Emirates (UAE), Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) and Qatar. This also marks the third store opening in three months in Bahrain, strengthening its presence across the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC).

Strategic Market, Huge Potential
Bahrain is one of the six countries of the GCC, presenting a dynamic and potential market with a surging demand for health and beauty products, driven by a predominantly young population – over two-thirds of Bahrainis are under the age of 35 – who are pursuing high-quality products. Increased awareness of beauty trends, influenced by social media and lifestyle shifts, has led customers to greater spending on personal grooming.

As a trusted beauty expert, Watsons is well-positioned to bring world-class brands and products that meet their needs, ensuring a seamless O+O (Offline plus Online) customer experience while celebrating and enhancing Arabic beauty. With a projected market growth of USD38.8 million at a compound annual growth rate of 5% from 2024 to 2029, Bahrain presents an exciting opportunity for Watsons as part of its expansion strategy.

Dr. Malina Ngai, Group CEO of AS Watson Group, expressed her excitement about this milestone, “The expansion of Watsons health and beauty retail experience into Bahrain is an important milestone in our commitment in the GCC region. Just as important, this new flagship store further strengthens our partnership with Al-Futtaim Group to serve customers in this vibrant region where high-quality beauty and health products are increasingly in demand.”

Mr. Simon Naga, Vice President of Al-Futtaim Group, emphasised the strategic importance of this expansion, “The opening of our flagship Watsons store in Bahrain is a testament to our commitment to enhancing customer experiences across the region. As we continue to expand our footprint in the GCC market, we focus on delivering innovative retail solutions that meet the evolving needs of consumers.”

Watsons is “Where Beauty Comes to Shine”
The 200-square-meter flagship store leverages Bahrain’s strategic location in the Gulf, showcasing over 200 local and international brands across meticulously designed zones. Key areas include the innovative Derma Zone, which features internationally-renowned products alongside personalised skincare recommendations, and the enticing Skincare Zone, where customers can explore popular K-beauty and J-beauty brands. Additionally, the store includes a chic Makeup Zone and Sustainable Zone, each thoughtfully tailored to meet a diverse range of customer needs.

As Watsons continues to expand, it remains committed to delivering exceptional customer experiences and high-quality products that empower customers to Look Good, Do Good, and Feel Great.
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Valle Venia presents Sandgrain in Space LPS feat. Lara

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A Cosmic Song on Self Creation, Inner Rebirth, and the Quiet Power of Becoming

NEUSTADT AN DER WEINSTRASSE, GERMANY – Media OutReach Newswire – 5 December 2025 – Sandgrain in Space also gestures toward a vision of a “silent divine world,” a realm of clarity and heightened perception that emerges when inner turbulence dissolves. The silence referenced in the song is not emptiness but equilibrium, a moment of stillness in which the self hears itself without distortion. The song invites listeners to imagine this future world, one where illumination begins internally and radiates outward, influencing consciousness on a collective scale. This dimension gives the single an emotional resonance that extends beyond its space-driven imagery, grounding it in universal human longing for clarity, renewal, and transcendence.

Musically, the single blends airy ambient textures with understated melodic movements that echo the vastness of its thematic concerns. The production opens with floating tonal fragments reminiscent of drifting light particles before expanding into luminous, slow-moving layers. These sonic elements create the sensation of orbiting through an endless night sky, mirroring the song’s exploration of infinite internal space. The sound design reinforces the central idea that the inner world can hold the same immensity, mystery, and potential as any cosmic landscape.

Sandgrain in Space stands as a contemplative and atmospheric work within the ongoing evolution of LPS. With its fusion of cosmic symbolism, introspective lyricism, and Lara’s luminous vocal performance, the project continues to explore art that moves between the deeply personal and the infinitely expansive.

Sandgrain in Space full video: https://youtu.be/1PTGE_TomIw

Multilink Audio: https://vallevenia.lnk.to/sandgraininspace

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ZTE and MMU Expand Collaboration to Advance Malaysia’s AI, Cybersecurity, and Digital Talent Development

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KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA- Media OutReach Newswire – 5 December 2025 – ZTE Corporation (0763.HK / 000063.SZ), a global leading provider of integrated information and communication technology solutions, today announced the expansion of its collaboration with Multimedia University (“MMU”) through the signing of an official addendum, exchanged during the closing ceremony of the PRESTIJ program, “Shaping the Future-fit Public Services with Cybersecurity in the AI Landscape.”

From left to right: Dr. Li Ming, Vice President, ZTE Corporation, and President of the ZTE Global Learning & Development Centre; Tuan Yusri bin Razalli @ Ghazalli, Senior Deputy Director, Human Capital Development Division, JPA; Mr. Gu Junying, Senior Vice President, ZTE Corporation; Professor Dato’ Dr. Mazliham Mohd Su’ud, President and CEO, MMU; Prof. Ir. Dr. Wong Hin Yong, Vice President, Academic and Innovative Learning, MMU; and Mr. Steven Ge, Managing Director, ZTE (Malaysia) Corporation Sdn. Bhd., during the exchange of the ZTE–MMU AI Strategic Collaboration Addendum.

ZTE and MMU have worked closely together for many years to advance Malaysia’s digital talent pipeline. The collaboration began with the development of 5G end-to-end laboratories in Cyberjaya and Melaka, providing students and researchers with a real-life environment to explore next-generation technologies. ZTE also introduced scholarships to support promising students, ensuring that capable talent receives opportunities to thrive.

More recently, MMU was appointed as an authorised training and examination centre for ZTE Certification, covering areas such as 5G, AI, cybersecurity, wireless technologies, and core networks. This ongoing partnership has helped establish MMU as an important technology training hub for Malaysia.

ZTE also continues to support MMU’s strategic initiatives, including the establishment of the NexGen Communication Engineering Hub, launched in 2023. Built around four pillars, namely, the professional skills development, creativity, research excellence, and industry collaboration, the hub reflects the forward-looking approach needed to prepare Malaysia’s next generation of digital professionals.

Beyond the academic ecosystem, the collaboration has extended into public sector talent development. In 2024, ZTE partnered with MMU to deliver “ACE: Navigating the Digital Frontier for Smart Government”, an upskilling programme designed to equip a group of government officers with hands-on digital and technology skills. ZTE has once again been appointed to support the second cohort in 2025. After nearly six months of comprehensive training delivered across seven major cities in China, the programme reached its final milestone in Beijing last week. On December 3, a formal closing ceremony was convened at MMU Cyberjaya, officially marking the completion of the China–Malaysia training initiative. The event recognised the accomplishments of participating officers and reaffirmed the deepening collaboration between both nations in developing a digitally empowered, future-ready public service workforce.

Gu Junying, Senior Vice President of ZTE, said: “We are honoured to support Malaysia’s public service and academic institutions as they build essential digital capabilities. Even as participants complete their programmes today, the journey of learning continues. Technology evolves quickly, and continuous development is vital to building a future-ready workforce.”

The newly signed addendum deepens this cooperation by equipping MMU with ZTE’s cutting-edge AiCube AI education and compute platform, along with smart classroom solutions. AiCube combines a high-performance AI computing foundation with an interactive learning environment, enabling immersive, personalised, and efficient learning experiences. Importantly, these facilities will form a shared ecosystem accessible to both MMU students and JPA programme participants, serving as a testbed for AI and cybersecurity learning, applied research, and project development.

Professor Dato’ Dr. Mazliham Mohd Su’ud, President of MMU, said: “MMU welcomes this enhanced collaboration with ZTE. The deployment of the AiCube platform strengthens our ability to train industry-ready graduates and public service leaders, and supports Malaysia’s broader digital transformation agenda. This collaboration reinforces MMU’s role as a leading institution for technology-driven education, research, and talent development.”

ZTE reaffirmed its commitment to supporting Malaysia’s digital and innovation ecosystem through sustained investment in talent development, advanced learning technologies, and strong partnerships with academia and government. With this expanded collaboration, ZTE and MMU will continue working together to advance the nation’s capabilities in AI, cybersecurity, and next-generation connectivity, contributing to a more future-ready Malaysia.Hashtag: #ZTE #MMU

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About ZTE

ZTE connects the world with continuous innovation for a better future. The company provides innovative technologies and integrated solutions, and its portfolio spans communication networks, computing infrastructure, industry digital solutions, and personal and home smart terminals. Serving over a quarter of the world’s population, ZTE is dedicated to leading globally in connectivity and intelligent computing, enabling communication and trust everywhere. ZTE is listed on both the Hong Kong and Shenzhen Stock Exchanges. www.zte.com.cn/global

About Multimedia University (MMU)

Multimedia University is a leading Malaysian institution focused on technology-based education and research, developing industry-ready graduates in engineering, ICT, creative technologies, and digital innovation.

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Conow Unveiled Its AI Energy Solutions at SolarSolutions Düsseldorf 2025

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DÜSSELDORF, GERMANY – Media OutReach Newswire – 5 December 2025 – Conow, a global AI energy leader, joined forces with Tuya, a leading AIoT platform provider, at SolarSolutions Düsseldorf 2025 held on December 3–4 at Messe Düsseldorf, booth Q11. As one of Europe’s top solar and storage events, the exhibition showcased their joint AI-driven home energy ecosystem, redefining the future of smart energy management.

Conow and Tuya: Advancing AI-Powered Energy Ecosystems

Conow is pioneering AI-driven home energy systems, integrating technologies like NILM and dynamic pricing into every stage of energy management. As a key Tuya partner, Conow connects over 3,000 smart devices across brands and scenarios, forming an intelligent, collaborative “Energy Starlink Network.”

Tuya, a global AI cloud leader, supports this with its open AIoT ecosystem, powered by TuyaOpen and a universal AI Agent engine. With 1.4 million+ developers, Tuya provides the foundation for scalable, sustainable smart energy solutions.

CBE2000 Pro: AI-Powered All-in-One Micro Energy Storage System

Conow unveils the CBE2000 Pro, an all-in-one AI-driven storage system that combines plug-and-play balcony solar with powerful home backup—dubbed the “key to energy freedom.”

Key features include:

  1. 2500W AC output, 10ms seamless backup, 4 MPPTs (up to 2600W input)
  2. AI scheduling via Tuya ecosystem for automated energy optimization
  3. Dynamic pricing support for 800+ global providers to cut electricity costs

The newly launched CME04-50 battery (5120Wh) expands storage modularly, enhancing energy independence for medium-sized homes.

Comprehensive Product Lineup: Full-Scope Home Energy Solutions

At the show, Conow presented its full AI energy product range, including smart meters, heat pumps, EV chargers, and energy sensors, delivering end-to-end home energy management. All devices connect via Tuya, enabling unified control through one app.

Conow Unveiled Its AI Energy Solutions at SolarSolutions Düsseldorf 2025

AI HEMS: The Smart Core of Home Energy

Conow’s AI Home Energy Management System (HEMS) is the tech centerpiece, built around three core capabilities:

  1. Data-driven forecasting: Connects to 800+ energy retailers to predict 24-hour solar generation and consumption.
  2. Automated decisions: AI optimizes charging, discharging, and device usage—e.g., charging during off-peak, discharging at peak, prioritizing solar use.
  3. Transparent savings: The app compares costs across scenarios (no solar, storage only, storage + AI), clearly showing energy savings.

Together, Conow and Tuya showcase how AI makes energy smarter—committed to expanding access to efficient, affordable, and sustainable home energy worldwide.
Hashtag: #Conow

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