More than 12,000 industry professionals gathered at the Hong Kong Science Park this week for the 2026 Global AI and Smart Construction Conference. The two-day summit centered on the practical application of artificial intelligence, robotics, and the low-altitude economy, signaling a shift from theoretical concepts to active site integration.
Investors gained new access to Hong Kong’s technology sector today as E Fund Management (Hong Kong) officially listed the E Fund (HK) HKEX Tech 100 Index ETF on the local exchange. The product, trading under the stock code 3456, serves as the first instrument to track the HKEX’s flagship innovation benchmark.
After eighteen months of managerial oversight, Budapest-based Indotek Group has acquired the remaining 53% stake in Auchan Hungary from Auchan Retail International. The transaction grants Indotek full control of the retail chain, which operates 24 stores and employs approximately 5,400 people across the country.
Indotek Group has acquired the remaining 53% stake in Auchan Hungary from Auchan Retail International, moving to full ownership after eighteen months of operational management. The transition secures the retailer's independence from internal funding, shifting its financing to a consortium of local banking institutions including Erste, Raiffeisen, and UniCredit.
At the Global Dairy Congress 2026 in Barcelona, Vietnam’s leading dairy producer, Vinamilk, presented its fifty-year trajectory of brand transformation. As the only Vietnamese company invited to speak at the event, the firm used its sixth appearance to outline how it balances long-term mission with shifting global consumer habits.
Stepping onto the pitch at the FIFA World Cup 2026, fans are trading passive viewing for active participation through a series of tech-driven installations. Hisense has deployed interactive zones at Stadium Fan Experience areas and FIFA Fan Festival venues, embedding its latest hardware directly into the tournament’s fan engagement strategy.
Guangzhou-based streaming giant Huya Inc. is expanding its footprint in the gaming market by taking on the exclusive publishing rights for the upcoming MMORPG The Legend of Swordman: Reunion. Pre-registration for the title is now live, marking a strategic push to diversify the company's core services beyond live content.
Stepping onto the grass is no longer the only way to join the action at the FIFA World Cup 2026. Through a series of Stadium Fan Experience areas and FIFA Fan Festival venues, Hisense is deploying high-end displays and motion-tracking tech to turn spectators into active participants in the tournament.
Dubai’s reputation for turning ambition into economic reality is now the blueprint for STARTRADER’s latest operational push, dubbed STARTRADER-it. By framing its technical infrastructure as a reflection of the city’s historic merchant spirit, the brokerage aims to convert local market momentum into a global standard for execution and trust.
A ceremony at the Airbus Delivery Centre in Hamburg marked the arrival of the first A321neo for Azerbaijan Airlines, the initial unit of a three-aircraft order. This delivery signals a shift in the carrier’s fleet strategy, focusing on fuel efficiency and expanded operational capacity through its partnership with AerCap.
At the European Academy of Neurology Congress in Geneva, Eli Lilly has unveiled 'The Memory Radio Station,' a traveling exhibition designed to visualize fading personal memories. By using generative AI to reconstruct moments that were never photographed, the project aims to encourage earlier detection of Alzheimer’s symptoms across Europe.
At The Smarter E Europe in Munich, KAIFA unveiled a full-stack energy storage suite designed to address the volatility of the continent’s shifting power grid. By merging proprietary hardware with a Nord Pool–certified management system, the firm aims to bridge the gap between legacy infrastructure and renewable integration.
SpaceX shares have arrived on the FP Markets platform, allowing traders to speculate on the company’s volatile market performance through contracts for difference. The listing follows the aerospace giant’s record-breaking June debut, which raised a final total of US$86 billion after underwriters exercised an overallotment option.
Amid rising investor scrutiny, OCI Global confirmed the receipt of two letters from Oceanwood Capital Management LLP, an active shareholder in the firm. The company moved to publish the documents this week, citing a commitment to transparency while distancing itself from the claims made by the investment group.
More than 540 startups from 30 countries gathered at Seoul's COEX center this June for NextRise 2026, the largest iteration of the event to date. Co-hosted by the Korea International Trade Association and Korea Development Bank, the fair served as a focal point for global corporate collaboration and venture investment.
San Francisco-based startup Sonilo has released version 1.1 of its video-to-music platform, refining how the AI interprets the emotional arc and rhythmic structure of uploaded footage. The update aims to eliminate the friction of manual syncing, allowing creators to generate original, licensed soundtracks that align seamlessly with their edits.
Moving parental control from individual apps to the connectivity layer, Malaysian mobile operator Tune Talk has launched Epik+ Family Safe. The new service allows parents to restrict access across 56 content categories directly through the network, marking a shift toward infrastructure-based digital protection for children.
Robotics and industrial automation are moving away from the cloud as DEEPX and Sixfab unveil the AI HAT+, a hardware expansion board for the Raspberry Pi 5. By integrating proprietary NPU technology, the device enables real-time physical AI inference directly on the edge, bypassing the latency of traditional remote data centers.
Over 1.2 million visitors flocked to the 798 Art District alone as Beijing Art Season 2026 wrapped up its month-long run on June 15. The festival, themed "Art Gathers in Beijing, Harmony Embraces All," successfully bridged the gap between elite gallery markets and public urban spaces, drawing participants from over 20 countries.
After three decades with the automotive safety giant, Kevin Fox is resigning as president of Autoliv Americas. The executive, who has led the regional division since 2020, will vacate his post on August 31, 2026, to focus on personal priorities and impending retirement.
A procedural breakdown at Somero Enterprises' June 17 annual general meeting silenced nearly 8.3 million votes after a late-stage deadline shift cancelled proxy submissions. VN Capital Management, a major stakeholder, claims the technical error obscured widespread investor opposition to the board’s current strategic direction and governance policies.
After three decades with the automotive safety giant, Kevin Fox is stepping down as President of Autoliv Americas. The executive, who has led the regional division since 2020, cited personal reasons for his departure and will transition into an advisory role before officially retiring early next year.
Returning to Munich for Intersolar Europe 2026, ZOE Energy Storage has pivoted its strategy toward AI-integrated lifecycle management. The company unveiled its ZOE PowerBrain system and a new financing initiative, aiming to transition energy storage assets from passive hardware into intelligent, revenue-optimized digital ecosystems for European markets.
Ahead of the July 10 theatrical release of Disney’s live-action "Moana," Govee is integrating cinematic atmosphere into domestic spaces. The smart lighting manufacturer has debuted three custom effects within its mobile application, designed to mimic the oceanic and island aesthetics of the film across its existing hardware lineup.
The modern workplace generates complex challenges that cannot always be solved through conventional management approaches, according to UniAthena CEO Firoz Thairinil. To address this, the institution has introduced 12 new Doctor of Business Administration programs, developed in partnership with Italy’s Guglielmo Marconi University to provide advanced research pathways for leaders.
As the artificial intelligence industry shifts its focus from raw computing scale to output efficiency, ZTE has unveiled a full-stack architecture at MWC Shanghai 2026 designed to optimize token production. The company is positioning its new AI-native ecosystem as a critical infrastructure for the next generation of intelligent services.
As the artificial intelligence industry shifts its competitive focus from raw computing power to efficiency, ZTE has unveiled a suite of solutions at MWC Shanghai 2026 designed to optimize token production and circulation, aiming to lower costs for operators and enterprises in the burgeoning AI-native era.
NNS Holding (Cyprus) Limited has issued a formal update regarding its voluntary public offer for OCI Global N.V. The Amsterdam-based chemical producer released the statement on Wednesday, though the company explicitly declined to offer commentary or formal endorsement of the contents provided by its shareholder.
Aker Solutions has finalized a five-year agreement to provide engineering and maintenance services for Cenovus Energy’s White Rose field assets in Canada. The contract, valued between NOK 0.5 billion and NOK 1.5 billion, covers operations for the SeaRose FPSO vessel and the newly developed West White Rose platform.
Aker Solutions has finalized a five-year agreement to provide engineering and maintenance services for Cenovus Energy’s White Rose field assets off the coast of Newfoundland and Labrador. The deal, valued between 0.5 billion and 1.5 billion NOK, covers operations for both the new West White Rose platform and the SeaRose FPSO vessel.
