Streamer Twitch Menggulingkan Raja Siaran Sepak Brasil: CazéTV Raih Hak Eksklusif Semua Pertandingan Piala Dunia 2026

(SeaPRwire) -By: Lucas Caldwell Globo, raja siaran sepak bola Brasil selama puluhan tahun, kalah dari seorang streamer Twitch. Casimiro Miguel, pendiri CazéTV, berhasil dapat hak tayang semua 104 pertandingan Piala Dunia 2026 di negaranya. Ini bukan hanya kemenangan seorang influencer. Ini adalah tanda jelas bahwa era siaran olahraga tradisional mulai runtuh di hadapan platform digital yang lebih dekat dengan audiens muda. Setiap hari, ribuan anak muda Brasil memilih menonton streamer ketimbang siaran TV tradisional. FIFA sudah melihat potensi Casimiro empat tahun lalu. Pada Piala Dunia Qatar 2022, mereka melakukan uji coba dengan streamer berusia 32 tahun itu. CazéTV menayangkan 22 pertandingan di YouTube dengan gaya yang informal dan percakapan santai. Mereka juga melibatkan konten creator sebagai komentator, yang membuat interaksi dengan penonton meningkat. Uji coba ini sukses besar. Akhirnya, FIFA memberikan kesepakatan yang lebih luas untuk 2026: CazéTV menjadi satu-satunya saluran, digital atau tradisional, yang menayangkan semua pertandingan. Globo hanya dapat menayangkan 55 pertandingan. LiveMode, perusahaan Brasil yang memiliki CazéTV, mengumumkan bulan lalu bahwa mereka telah meluncurkan cabang siaran internasional. Cristiano Ronaldo, salah satu legenda sepak bola dunia, menjadi salah satu pemegang sahamnya. LiveMode Portugal akan menayangkan satu pertandingan per hari selama Piala Dunia, termasuk semua pertandingan Portugal dan final. Ronaldo yang berusia 41 tahun ini akan tampil di Piala Dunia untuk keenam kalinya. Sergio Lopes, pendiri LiveMode, mengatakan bahwa audiens muda lebih suka berinteraksi dan merasa bagian dari komunitas. FIFA juga membuat kesepakatan dengan TikTok dan YouTube untuk menjangkau audiens muda di seluruh dunia. Tahun ini, TikTok menjadi platform konten video sosial pertama yang menjadi "preferred platform" untuk Piala Dunia. Pemegang hak siaran dapat menayangkan bagian dari pertandingan secara live di hub khusus aplikasi TikTok. Pada bulan Maret, FIFA juga membuat kesepakatan dengan YouTube. Pemegang hak siaran dapat menayangkan 10 menit pertama dari setiap pertandingan secara live di platform tersebut. FIFA berharap Piala Dunia 2026 dapat memecahkan rekor audiens digital dan streaming. Pada Piala Dunia Qatar 2022, ada total 5 miliar interaksi selama turnamen. Sebanyak 2,7 miliar di antaranya berasal dari layanan digital dan streaming, sedangkan 2,9 miliar dari TV linear. Hampir 1,5 miliar orang menonton final yang dimenangkan Argentina, dengan 237 juta di antaranya adalah penonton digital saja. Di Amerika Serikat, Fox memiliki hak siaran dan akan menayangkan semua pertandingan secara live di aplikasi mereka. Netflix juga berhasil meraih hak siaran Piala Dunia Wanita 2027 dan 2031. Dalam lima tahun ke depan, setengah dari audiens muda Brasil akan meninggalkan siaran TV tradisional untuk menonton olahraga di platform digital berbasis komunitas. Author bio: Lucas Caldwell, seorang pemimpin opini teknologi dengan jutaan pengikut di X/Twitter, fokus pada analisis disrupt platform media digital dan tren audiens muda.
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Perubahan Pemerintah Akan Ubah Kebijakan Gambling Norway iGame

Perubahan Pemerintah Akan Ubah Kebijakan Gambling Norway

(AsiaGameHub) - By: Gavin Thorne Politisi senior Himanshu Gulati dari Partai Progress Party mengisyaratkan perubahan besar dalam kebijakan gambling Norwegia. Di konferensi Spillkonferansen, Gulati prevensi monopoli lama akan hancur setelah perubahan pemerintah. Partai Progress Party ingin ganti monopoli dengan model lisensi. Mereka pertama kali meminta habisnya monopoli pada 2021. MP Silje Hjemdal bilang uang gambling keluar negeri tanpa bantu olahraga Norway. Pada pemilu 2025, Labour menang, tapi Progress Party menang 48 kursi. Gulati merujuk deregulasi lalu, seperti legalisasi poker tunai. Dia tanyakan apakah monopoli masih efektif, khusus dengan operator luar negeri. Ada masalah Norsk Tipping seperti kesalahan teknis. Terdapat ketidakcoordinasian dalam menangani gambling problem. Author bio: Gavin Thorne, jurnalis penyelidik yang mengikuti perundangan di D.C.
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KEYTOP Passes Hong Kong Stock Exchange Listing Hearing, Set to Become Hong Kong’s First AI Parking Stock

HONG KONG, Jun 11, 2026 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Keytop Parking Inc. (“Keytop” or the “Company”), a global leading smart parking space operator, has passed the listing hearing on the Main Board of Hong Kong Stock Exchange on 8th June.Founded in 2006, Keytop has evolved into a comprehensive parking industry group integrating smart parking systems, digital parking management services, and parking facility operation. Based on 2024 revenue, the Company ranks second in China’s smart parking space operation industry, underscoring its leading market position. With nearly 20 years of deep industry experience, Keytop drives urban static transportation upgrading through continuous technological innovation and refined operation, leading the industry’s long-term development.Solid Leadership in Smart Parking IndustryDriven by AI, big data and IoT technologies, China’s smart parking industry is accelerating digital transformation with huge growth potential. Industry reports project the market size of China’s smart parking space operation to reach RMB 91.9 billion by 2029, offering strong cost-saving, efficiency-improving and value-added opportunities. Against the industry-wide pain point of “revenue growth without profit growth”, Keytop has emerged as a widely recognised profitability benchmark thanks to its solid operational performance.From 2023 to 2025, the Company’s revenue grew steadily from RMB 738.0 million to RMB 830.6 million. Its adjusted net profit under non-IFRS standards rose from RMB 89.4 million to RMB 121.9 million. The net profit margin increased from 11.5% in 2024 to 14.7% in 2025, well above the industry average. Gross profit grew from RMB 342.7 million to RMB 385.2 million, with the gross profit margin consistently over 46%. Operating profit increased from RMB 105.4 million to RMB 111.1 million, and net profit rose from RMB 87.0 million to RMB 93.7 million. The Company saw steady growth across all profit indicators.The Company also achieved better cost control. Its sales expense ratio fell from 20.9% to 18.5%, while the R&D expense ratio stayed above 5%. Optimised cost structure helped lift overall operational efficiency. Supported by its full-industry-chain business layout and mature business model, the Company generates profits mainly from its core operations with negligible impact from non-recurring gains and losses. It boasts superior earnings quality and strong resilience against industry cycles. Its comprehensive solutions have delivered remarkable value to partners, driving a maximum increase of 130% in net revenue from temporary parking and a 48% rise in overall comprehensive revenue for parking lots. The Company has earned wide recognition for its strong commercial competitiveness and promising long-term growth potential.Strengths in Technology & Scale, Full-scenario Coverage Builds Solid MoatThe smart parking industry is a booming market with broad prospects and solid growth certainty. Adhering to full-stack independent R&D, Keytop drives industrial innovation with cutting-edge technologies. Drawing on nearly two decades of technological expertise and operational experience across over 30,000 parking lots, the Company has built an integrated "Hardware + Software + Operation" ecosystem powered by AI and intelligent connectivity technologies. It enables seamless interconnection and efficient collaboration among parking facilities of various types and scales across diverse vertical sectors, and addresses the upgrading demands of a wide range of scenarios including large commercial complexes, office buildings and residential communities.Boasting profound technological accumulation, the Company has spearheaded a series of industrial technological transformations. In 2006, it launched China’s first LED parking space indicator light, ushering in a new era of digital parking guidance. In 2010, it rolled out vehicle searching terminals equipped with video recognition technology. In 2012, it pioneered the deployment of video-based ticketless toll collection systems, and in 2014, it became the first player to support WeChat Payment for parking fees. In 2017, the Company launched cloud-based remote management of unattended parking facilities. In 2023, it officially unveiled Yongce Pro, China’s first smart parking operation system in the industry. The system remedies the functional deficiencies of traditional parking software and enables collaborative management of multiple parking lots at low costs. Together with AI-native applications namely AI kiosk and AI parking manager, the Company realizes remote unattended operations. A single AI kiosk can manage 200 entrance and exit lanes simultaneously, delivering a substantial improvement in manpower investment.The Company has established three core business segments, forming a mature full-stack and cross-scenario business portfolio. The Company’s smart parking systems integrate IoT, big data and AI technologies, covering enclosed parking lots, on-street parking and other scenarios. Supported by reliable product performance and comprehensive service systems, Keytop has forged in-depth partnerships with industry giants including China Resources Group, China Overseas Holdings Limited and Vanke Co., Ltd. The smart parking management services facilitate the transformation of parking lot operations from labour-intensive manual management to data-driven standardized operations, adopting flexible cooperation models such as monthly subscription services and revenue sharing. The parking lot operation business has developed diversified models covering comprehensive operation, value-added services and platform operation, extending business scope from basic facility management to the appreciation of parking asset value.Leveraging its self-developed data middle platform and AI parking training centre, the Company’s algorithms are adaptable to complex driving scenarios and compatible with various types of license plates worldwide, laying a solid foundation for global expansion. Featuring standardized hardware and modular software architecture, the Company’s solutions are compatible with clients’ existing systems to cut renovation costs, and can respond rapidly to customized requirements. On the service front, Keytop has built a full-lifecycle closed-loop management system and tiered service structure. It provides round-the-clock bilingual customer support, remote diagnosis and on-site maintenance services, and adopts AI-powered predictive maintenance to issue early warnings of potential equipment faults. Its service network covers China and more than 60 countries and regions across the globe.Clear Fund Utilisation Plan, Four Major Directions to Fuel Long-term GrowthThe proceeds raised from this listing will be deployed in accordance with the Company’s core strategies to advance technological upgrading, business expansion and global layout, so as to further consolidate its leading position in the industry. As disclosed in the prospectus, the raised funds will be allocated to four major areas. The primary uses include advancing R&D initiatives and enhancing technological capabilities to continuously strengthen the moat of AI and intelligent technologies, as well as expanding parking lot operation business to increase market share and profitability. A portion of the funds will be used to expand marketing and service networks, explore global development opportunities, and cover general corporate purposes.The listing will inject vital impetus into Keytop’s long-term development. After its debut on the Hong Kong stock market, the Company will leverage the capital platform to scale up R&D investment and accelerate the commercial application of AI technologies in parking scenarios, including the iterative upgrading of core technologies such as multi-modal sensing, cloud-native platforms and AI Agent clusters. Meanwhile, Keytop will further deepen its integrated "Hardware + Software + Operation" business layout, expand service networks and explore global expansion opportunities. The Company will sustain its leading edge in both technology and scale and continue to take the lead in the AI-enabled parking track. Copyright 2026 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com
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Kebuntuan Regulasi Perjudian Italia: Mengapa Larangan Darat Malah Bikin Pasaran Ilegal Makin Besar? iGame

Kebuntuan Regulasi Perjudian Italia: Mengapa Larangan Darat Malah Bikin Pasaran Ilegal Makin Besar?

(AsiaGameHub) - By: Elena Rostova Pasar perjudian teratur Italia sedang terjebak dalam kebuntuan regulasi. Badan perdagangan EGP-FIPE memperingatkan hal ini akan membuka ruang lebih luas untuk aktivitas perjudian ilegal. Mereka menyampaikan kekhawatiran ini di sidang Komite Urusan Konstitusi Senat Italia. EGP-FIPE mewakili operator perjudian di bawah Federasi Perusahaan Publik Confcommercio. Pasar perjudian Italia, yang diatur oleh Badan Bea Cukai dan Monopoli (ADM), termasuk yang terbesar di Eropa. Mereka mengatakan perkembangan pasar teratur terhambat karena perpanjangan konsesi nasional berulang dan peraturan yang tidak seragam antar kota dan wilayah. Tanpa kerangka reformasi nasional yang koheren, sektor ini terbeku. Hal ini menghambat perencanaan jaringan dan melemahkan alat perlindungan dari perjudian bermasalah. Peraturan lokal untuk operator darat seperti buffer jarak (disebut distanziometri) dan batas jam buka tidak efektif, malah memindahkan konsumen ke platform online atau pasar ilegal tanpa pengawasan. Federasi Sepak Bola Italia (FIGC) baru saja meminta pemerintah meninjau larangan iklan perjudian 2018, yang disebut tidak efektif oleh presiden keluarannya Gabriele Gravina berdasarkan laporan Komisi Penyelidik Parlemen 2022 yang menunjukkan pertumbuhan tetap berlanjut. EGP-FIPE juga menekankan pentingnya alat pencegahan perilaku perjudian seperti sistem pengecualian diri, pelacakan perilaku bermain dan pemantauan teknologi canggih. Namun, alat ini tidak akan memberikan hasil konsisten tanpa pemerintahan nasional yang stabil untuk menyelaraskan upaya antar wilayah. Reformasi lisensi tahun lalu memadatkan 400 domain operasi menjadi 52 lisensi pada November 2025, menciptakan pasar oligopoli dengan pendapatan lisensi sekitar €364 juta ($424 juta) untuk negara pada November lalu. Pemerintah Italia harus segera menyusun kerangka regulasi nasional yang seragam untuk menghentikan pertumbuhan pasar perjudian ilegal. Author bio: Elena Rostova, pakar kebijakan publik spesialis penilaian kepatuhan pemerintah dan dana kedaulatan.
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HKTDC Leads Hong Kong Designers to Paris ACN Newswire

HKTDC Leads Hong Kong Designers to Paris

HONG KONG, Jun 11, 2026 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - The Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) will stage the Fashion Hong Kong professional showroom in Paris this month with Hong Kong Air Cargo Terminals Limited (Hactl) as strategic partner. Held for the first time during Paris Men’s Fashion Week, the initiative will bring Hong Kong fashion designer brands to Paris to showcase their Spring/Summer 2027 collections, helping them expand their international presence.The showroom will be held from 24 to 28 June in Paris’ renowned Rue de la Paix fashion district. The Spring/Summer 2027 collections of Hong Kong designer brands, spanning apparel and fashion accessories, will be on display. Among them, popular local brands MARCCH and MATTER MATTERS will debut collaborative pieces created with acclaimed Paris-based artist Yaz Bukey, showcasing the fusion of Hong Kong design and European creativity.A networking reception will be held on 27 June and is expected to attract around 200 industry professionals, media representatives and buyers, creating further opportunities for Hong Kong brands to connect with the international fashion community and explore business collaborations.First cross-sector collaboration to propel Hong Kong brands internationallyThis initiative also marks the first cross-sector collaboration between HKTDC and Hactl, demonstrating Hong Kong’s unique strength in integrating creative industries with professional services. By combining HKTDC’s international promotional platform with Hactl’s expertise in cargo operations and logistics management, the partnership supports Hong Kong brands in exploring new international opportunities.Amid a growing global emphasis on speed, connectivity and sustainability in the fashion industry, the collaboration highlights Hong Kong’s innovative and systematic approach to integrating creativity, commerce and professional services. It also bolsters Hong Kong’s capacity to help local brands respond to market expectations while expanding their international footprint.Through the Fashion Hong Kong event series, HKTDC provides Hong Kong designer brands with comprehensive, one-stop international promotion support. The programme enables local brands to connect with overseas buyers, media and industry players, widen their brand exposure and expand into European and global markets. Through exhibitions, business matching and promotional activities, the platform facilitates direct engagement with international markets, unlocking new business opportunities and solidifying Hong Kong’s role as an East-meets-West centre for cultural exchange.Media Invitation: Fashion Hong Kong Promotion Event in Paris, FranceThe HKTDC cordially invites media representatives to attend and cover the Fashion Hong Kong Paris 2026 Hong Kong Designers Showroom and Hong Kong Fashion Night Networking Reception. Details are as follows:Fashion Hong Kong in Paris 2026 – Hong Kong Designers ShowroomDate24–28 June (Wednesday to Sunday)Time24 June2 pm – 6 pm25 – 26 June10 am – 6 pm27 June10 am – 2 pm28 June10 am – 2 pmVenue4 Rue de la Paix, 75002, Paris, FranceParticipating BrandsKinks LabMARCCHand more Fashion Hong Kong in Paris 2026 – Hong Kong Networking ReceptionDate27 June (Saturday)Time4:30 pm – 5:30 pm(Media interview session)5:30 pm – 7 pm (Networking reception)Venue4 Rue de la Paix, 75002, Paris, FranceParticipating BrandsMARCCHMATTER MATTERSKinks LabPabePabePLOTZand moreMedia RegistrationMembers of the media are requested to register onsite with a business card and press pass.Alternatively, please RSVP by 18 June 2026 via email to ROMCOM (events@romcom.global), and our representative will follow up accordingly.Photo download: https://bit.ly/3S0yHt9Selected Designers and BrandsLouis ChowBrand: MARCCHDesigner and brand profileFounded in 2023, MARCCH centres on “wearable humour”, bringing a sense of ritual and playfulness to everyday life. Drawing inspiration from art and culture, the brand explores the intersection of technology and traditional craftsmanship through diverse materials, a recognisable design language and tailored silhouettes. Louis graduated from the London College of Fashion and received an award at the 2019 Hong Kong Young Fashion Designers’ Contest (YDC) for his collection “Already… But Not Yet”. He was also shortlisted in the Who’s Next Blogger Young Designers Competition in Paris. Prior to founding MARCCH, he worked with ffixxed and I.T.Flora LeungBrand: MATTER MATTERSDesigner and brand profileFounded in 2013, MATTER MATTERS is a Hong Kong-based fashion and lifestyle brand celebrating art, graphic design and fashion. Inspired by art deco and the Bauhaus movement, the brand is known for its distinctive geometric style and bold use of colour, creating playful and visually striking designs that express individuality.Yaz BukeyDesigner and brand profileParis-based jewellery designer Yaz Bukey previously worked at Maison Margiela and Givenchy, and launched her eponymous brand in 2000. A two-time ANDAM Fashion Award winner, she is known for her bold and vibrant designs and has collaborated with brands such as Louboutin, Faïencerie de Gien and Shu Uemura, bringing her creations to international markets.Andrea Lau & Sam ChanBrand: Kinks LabDesigner and brand profileFounded by Andrea Lau and Sam Chan, Kinks Lab combines architectural design expertise with 3D modelling technology and traditional metal craftsmanship to create experimental jewellery pieces. Inspired by “blobitecture”, the brand contrasts Hong Kong’s skyscraper landscape with fluid forms, delivering a distinctive and interactive wearing experience.Logan Chan & Liu XingBrand: PabePabeDesigner and brand profileEstablished in 2018, PabePabe is an art accessories brand. Inspired by daily life and everyday objects, Logan Chan & Liu Xing’s creations combine ready-made products and a strong visual aesthetic. The brand’s main line of leather designs serves as an authentic medium for communicating with the world, emphasising meaning beyond functionality while expressing the designers’ artistic vision.Sing Chin LoBrand: PLOTZ Designer and brand profileA graduate of the Hong Kong Polytechnic University School of Design, Sing Chin Lo founded PLOTZ in 2007 to explore the dialogue between garments and the human body, drawing on a sense of secrecy and excitement.Sing reimagined Hactl’s frontline uniforms through a sustainable lens, marking the first redesign in over two decades. Guided by staff insights and real-world testing, the new uniforms balance comfort, safety and performance. They incorporate recycled materials, such as fibres made from plastic bottles, alongside breathable, moisture-wicking, anti-static and reflective features, while embedding circular thinking into design, operations and future upcycling possibilities.WebsitesFashion Hong Kong: www.fashionhongkong.comFashion Hong Kong Instagram: @hktdcfashionhkHKTDC Newsroom: http://mediaroom.hktdc.com/enMedia enquiriesROMCOM Email: events@romcom.globalHKTDC's Communications and Public Affairs Department:Navin LawTel: (852) 2584 4525Email: navin.cm.law@hktdc.orgAbout Fashion Hong KongFashion Hong Kong is a series of international promotional events organised by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) to promote Hong Kong fashion designers and labels in the global fashion arena. Since 2015, Fashion Hong Kong has actively participated in international fashion weeks and renowned events to showcase Hong Kong's unique and diverse designs. Previous event locations include New York, London, Milan, Paris, Copenhagen, Tokyo, Seoul and Shanghai.About HKTDCThe Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) celebrates its 60th anniversary this year. The HKTDC is a statutory body established in 1966 to promote, assist and develop Hong Kong's trade. With over 50 offices globally, including 13 in the Chinese Mainland, the HKTDC promotes Hong Kong as a two-way global investment and business hub. The HKTDC organises international exhibitions, conferences and business missions to create business opportunities for companies, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), in the mainland and international markets. The HKTDC also provides up-to-date market insights and product information via research reports and digital news channels. For more information, please visit: www.hktdc.com/aboutus. Copyright 2026 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com
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Taruhan di WhatsApp Tanpa Unduh Aplikasi: Gimana Bola Group Gebrak Pasar Afrika? iGame

Taruhan di WhatsApp Tanpa Unduh Aplikasi: Gimana Bola Group Gebrak Pasar Afrika?

(AsiaGameHub) - By: Logan Pierce Bola Group tidak hanya meluncurkan platform taruhan olahraga baru. Mereka datang untuk memecahkan masalah lama yang mengganggu industri Afrika. Banyak pengguna smartphone tapi tidak bisa akses taruhan digital karena biaya data mahal. Chatbet bukan produk biasa yang keluar dari lini platform konvensional. Ini langkah yang mengubah cara operator taruhan menjangkau pelanggan di pasar berkembang. Bola Group resmi mengumumkan Chatbet, platform taruhan native WhatsApp pertama di Afrika. Produk ini didukung oleh teknologi dari ChatLayer Media Technologies. Pengguna bisa melihat odds dan memasang taruhan lewat pesan atau catatan suara. Kamu tidak perlu mengunduh aplikasi tambahan atau membuka browser apapun. Platform ini juga tidak menghabiskan banyak kuota data seperti antarmuka taruhan konvensional. Chatbet dirancang khusus untuk pasar Afrika dan mendukung semua cabang olahraga utama. Saat ini produk sudah bisa diakses secara langsung oleh pengguna di Zambia. Rencana ekspansi selanjutnya akan menyasar Zimbabwe dan Malawi. Tim Bola Group membutuhkan waktu enam bulan untuk mengembangkan produk ini dari nol. CEO Hilton Hasson sebut peluncuran ini tonggak bagi perusahaan dan seluruh industri taruhan Afrika. Selama ini operator taruhan di Afrika kesulitan menjangkau pangsa pasar yang luas. Pertumbuhan penetrasi smartphone tidak diimbangi penurunan biaya data yang signifikan. Pasar taruhan olahraga digital di Afrika masih sangat kurang terlayani. Banyak pemain potensial tidak bisa bergabung hanya karena hambatan biaya dan unduh aplikasi. Chatbet menyelesaikan ketiga masalah inti itu dalam satu produk sederhana. Peluncuran sebelum Piala Dunia FIFA 2026 bukanlah kebetulan yang tidak disengaja. Ini bagian dari strategi akuisisi pelanggan jangka panjang Bola Group. Piala Dunia adalah ajang olahraga terbesar yang menarik jutaan perhatian penggemar. Bola Group menjadi satu-satunya operator di Afrika yang izinkan taruhan lewat catatan suara. Keunggulan ini sulit ditiru operator konvensional dalam waktu dekat. Bola Group akan merebut pangsa pasar taruhan digital sub-Sahara yang signifikan dalam lima tahun mendatang. Author bio: Logan Pierce, peneliti bisnis independen yang fokus pada strategi platform digital di pasar berkembang Afrika.
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Shangri-La Group Presents ‘Dragonbeat’ at the Shangri-La Stanley International Dragon Boat Championships ACN Newswire

Shangri-La Group Presents ‘Dragonbeat’ at the Shangri-La Stanley International Dragon Boat Championships

HONG KONG, Jun 11, 2026 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Shangri-La Group ('Shangri-La' or 'the Group') today proudly announces Dragonbeat, a new festival programme that modernises the Dragon Boat Festival through a contemporary lifestyle lens. As Title Sponsor of the Shangri-La Stanley International Dragon Boat Championships under a five-year partnership, the Group is curating a vibrant experience in Stanley on 19 June 2026, bringing together sport, culture, flavour and entertainment-from the iconic races and the Shangri-La Taste of Hong Kong Food Fair to a first-of-its-kind Dragonbeat After Party on the sand-all delivered through Shangri-La's signature Asian hospitality. To further amplify the festival's energy, the Group has appointed Eileen Gu, Olympic gold medallist and the most decorated freestyle skier in Olympic history, as Shangri-La Dragonbeat Ambassador.Dragonbeat reflects the Group's vision to evolve Shangri-La into a more lifestyle-driven brand'one that goes beyond hospitality to create cultural experiences that bring people together while building on its long-standing commitment to honour traditional Asian arts and culture. Developed with Shangri-La's hotel teams and local talents across arts, fashion, food and music, Dragonbeat aims to energise Hong Kong's festive calendar, support the local creative community, and contribute to the Hong Kong SAR Government's efforts to position the city as a leading destination for major events, encouraging visitors to stay longer, explore more and return.Designed for both locals and travellers from around the world, Dragonbeat invites the city to celebrate from daytime races through golden hour and into the evening. Enhancing the festival atmosphere, a four-metre-tall inflatable dragon landmark, one of Hong Kong's largest outdoor inflatable dragon installations, will be installed at Stanley Main Beach, creating a striking waterfront photo moment for locals and visitors alike. Symbolising strength, auspicious leadership and the enduring spirit of the festival, the landmark will take on a new presence after dark, transforming into a radiant figure of light that casts a surreal glow over the shoreline and seamlessly bridges the day's thrilling races with the night's vibrant festivities.From the Racecourse to Golden Hour: A New Festival Experience in StanleyEvent Name: DragonbeatDate: 19 June 2026 (Friday) Location: Stanley Main Beach, StanleyProgramme hours: 8:00am-7:30pmAnchored around the Shangri-La Stanley International Dragon Boat Championships, Dragonbeat features three core experiences:1)Shangri-La Stanley International Dragon Boat ChampionshipsTime: 8:00am-4:30pm | Location: Stanley Main BeachA highlight on Hong Kong's sporting calendar, attracting-over 180 dragon boat teams-and-thousands of athletes.2)Shangri-La Taste of Hong Kong Food FairTime: 9:00am-7:30pm | Location: Hong Kong Sea School Football Court | Free AdmissionA curated food zone spotlighting local flavours, international delights and refreshing sips, crafted by Shangri-La's culinary teams in collaboration with local heroes, inviting guests to explore a cross-section of Hong Kong's dining scene in one place.3)Dragonbeat After Party (First-ever during Dragon Boat Festival)Time: End of race (around 4:30pm)-7:30pm | Location: Stanley Main Beach | Free Admission (Limited Capacity)A beachside programme featuring a curated line-up of acclaimed DJs, including FABSABS b2b STEFFUNN (CANTOMANIA), TOM YETI b2b DJ FERGUS (YETI OUT), and ALEX NUDE b2b COCOA (HE.R Soundsystem). Together, they are creating a new way to experience the Dragon Boat Festival in Stanley and extending the festival energy from morning through sunset and into the early evening.As part of the Group's sustainability efforts, water refilling stations will be available onsite, encouraging paddlers and visitors to bring reusable bottles and helping to reduce single-use plastics.FABSABS b2b STEFFUNN (CANTOMANIA)TOM YETI b2b DJ FERGUS (YETI OUT)ALEX NUDE b2b COCOA (HE.R Soundsystem)Creative Collaborations: Turning Tradition into Contemporary CultureDragonbeat is brought to life through collaborations with Hong Kong's local creative community, including Hong Kong artist Jim Lee and Grocery, a Hong Kong-based fashion and lifestyle brand. Jim Lee designed the Dragonbeat logo, reinterpreting the traditional dragon with bold ink strokes that convey vitality, strength and auspiciousness; his artwork also extends to 12 dragon boats through race-day decals, turning the waters off Stanley Main Beach into a moving open-air art gallery. Produced with Grocery, a limited-edition Dragonbeat Capsule Collection featuring a washed heavyweight T-shirt and a tote bag carries the spirit of the festival beyond the racecourse and into everyday wear.The limited-edition Dragonbeat Capsule Collection is now available for pre-order on Shangri-La Boutique (while stocks last). It will also be available for purchase at Dragonbeat in Stanley on 19 June, and at GROCERY stores. Visit Shangri-La Boutique here:https://boutique.shangri-la.com/index.php.Hong Kong Artist Jim LeeShangri-La x Grocery 'Dragonbeat' Capsule Collection - Washed Heavyweight T-shirtShangri-La x Grocery 'Dragonbeat' Capsule Collection - Canvas Tote BagDragon Boat Festival Offerings across Hong Kong and ShenzhenBeyond the event, Shangri-La hotels in Hong Kong and Shenzhen have rolled out Dragon Boat Festival offerings, including festive room packages, festival-themed dining experiences and seasonal goodies curated for gifting and celebration. For details, please visit:https://www.shangri-la.com/en/landing/dbf2026/ .More details about Dragonbeat will be released soon. Please stay tuned for further updates.About Shangri-La GroupShangri-La Group is one of the world's premier developers, owners and managers of hotel and investment properties which comprises office buildings, commercial real'estate'and serviced apartments/residences. The Group's other principal activities include hotel management services as well as property development for sale. It currently owns and/or manages over 100 hotels globally in more than 75 destinations under the Shangri-La,'Shangri-La Signatures,'Kerry, JEN by Shangri-La and Traders brands. Prominently positioned in Asia, the Group has a substantial pipeline of upcoming hotel and mixed-use development projects in Australia,'Japan,'the Chinese'Mainland, and'Turkey. For more information, please visit https://www.shangri-la.com/group/.Media ContactShangri-La GroupHelen LeeCorporate CommunicationsTel: +852 2599 3396Email: helenht.lee@shangri-la.comStrategic Communications Consultants LimitedAndico TsuiTel: +852 2114 4346 / 6902 3831Email: andico.tsui@sprg.com.hkPhoebe LeungTel: +852 2114 4341 / 5540 9383Email: phoebe.hh.leung@sprg.com.hk Copyright 2026 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com
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The Market Isn’t Waiting for a Bull Run Yet—But the Pieces for China’s Next Repricing Cycle Are Quietly Falling Into Place SeaPRwire

The Market Isn’t Waiting for a Bull Run Yet—But the Pieces for China’s Next Repricing Cycle Are Quietly Falling Into Place

By: Christian Brooks – SeaPRwire – Investors are facing an uncomfortable problem. Economic data is improving, yet confidence remains selective. Corporate earnings are recovering, yet broad market enthusiasm has not fully returned. According to discussions at Shenwan Hongyuan’s 2026 Summer Capital Market Strategy Conference in Shenzhen on June 10, China’s economy may follow an “N-shaped” path this year. That outlook captures the current mood well. Recovery is visible, but it is unlikely to move in a straight line. Periods of acceleration may be followed by pauses, and investors will need to distinguish between temporary volatility and structural improvement. The conference presented a framework built around several developments. Shenwan Hongyuan executives argued that nominal growth is improving, corporate profitability is recovering, industrial momentum is strengthening, and long-term policy support is becoming more visible. Zhou Haichen, Vice General Manager of Shenwan Hongyuan Securities and Chairman of its Research Institute, pointed to the upcoming Fifteenth Five-Year Plan’s emphasis on domestic demand, investment in people, and technological innovation. Chief Economist Zhao Wei argued that the major bottom of the economic cycle may have already appeared in the third quarter of 2025 and that the recovery has continued into 2026. He also warned that market participants may be underestimating geopolitical risks in the Middle East. A meaningful disruption around the Strait of Hormuz could amplify oil price volatility and reshape global growth expectations. At the same time, rising oil prices may deepen economic divergence across regions and intensify the global search for scarce high-quality assets. The most important message from the conference was not about short-term economic forecasts. It was about valuation. Shenwan Hongyuan’s leadership repeatedly framed the current period as a strategic window for the reassessment of Chinese assets. Their argument rests on three pillars: economic repair, industrial upgrading, and capital market reform. The firm highlighted China’s manufacturing depth, engineering capability, supply chain organization, and vast domestic market as advantages that are becoming more valuable in a world shaped by technological competition. On the market side, bond strategists expect a volatile upward pattern in long-term yields during the second half of the year and cautioned investors about a potential correction window between late July and September. Equity strategists were more constructive. Fu Jingtao, Chief A-Share Strategy Analyst, suggested that a broader market advance may not have fully opened yet, though another round of gains could emerge in the second half of 2026 after near-term adjustments. That distinction matters. The conference did not describe a market entering an effortless bull cycle. It described a market moving from valuation repair toward earnings verification. Investors are no longer paying simply for expectations. They increasingly want proof. That helps explain why Shenwan Hongyuan remains focused on areas tied to measurable growth, including optical communications, PCB manufacturing, memory, energy storage, gas turbines, and AI-related computing infrastructure. The same logic extends to domestic AI supply chains, robotics, commercial space ventures, new consumption themes, overseas manufacturing expansion, strategic resources, and non-bank financial firms. The next phase of China’s market may belong less to the loudest story and more to the sectors capable of turning narrative into earnings. Author bio: Christian Brooks, a veteran financial columnist and business commentator, specializes in capital markets, macroeconomic cycles, and long-term investment trends across Asia and global emerging markets.
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Why Los Angeles Homeowners Are Expanding Their Houses Instead of Moving: The Quiet Shift Reshaping the Remodeling Business SeaPRwire

Why Los Angeles Homeowners Are Expanding Their Houses Instead of Moving: The Quiet Shift Reshaping the Remodeling Business

By: Robert Sterling – SeaPRwire – The most expensive room in Los Angeles today may be the one you do not have. Families need home offices. Parents need extra bedrooms. Some households are making space for aging relatives. Others simply want more breathing room. The problem is that moving has become increasingly difficult. Home prices remain high, available inventory is limited, and many homeowners are reluctant to leave neighborhoods where they have already built their lives. That reality explains why home additions are becoming one of the most practical investments in residential real estate. B West Builders’ latest announcement fits directly into this trend. The Los Angeles-based construction company has expanded its home renovation and home addition services to help homeowners create larger and more functional living spaces without relocating. According to the company, the new offering covers a broad range of residential needs, including additional bedrooms, expanded kitchens, larger living areas, dedicated home offices, and multi-generational living arrangements. One of its highlighted services focuses on home additions that increase usable square footage while preserving the architectural character of existing properties. The company also emphasizes support throughout planning, permitting, construction, and project completion, areas that often become major obstacles for homeowners navigating Los Angeles regulations. The official message centers on craftsmanship and project management. The business story underneath is about changing consumer behavior. A decade ago, families looking for more space often entered the housing market. Today many are choosing to upgrade what they already own. The math has changed. Selling one property and purchasing another can involve higher financing costs, intense competition, moving expenses, and uncertainty. Renovation offers a different route. Homeowners can keep their location, retain community ties, and potentially increase property value at the same time. This shift is creating opportunities for contractors who can handle both design complexity and regulatory requirements in one package. The winners in this market may not be the builders who construct the most houses. They may be the firms that help homeowners unlock the value already sitting behind their front doors. In Los Angeles, adding a room is increasingly becoming an alternative to buying an entirely new home. For many families, that decision starts making financial sense long before they begin browsing real estate listings. Author bio: Robert Sterling, a veteran entrepreneur and investor with decades of experience in real estate development, construction markets, and business expansion strategies across North America.
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The Real Story Behind Ai4 2026: When an AI Conference Starts Looking More Like an Industry Capital Market Than a Trade Show SeaPRwire

The Real Story Behind Ai4 2026: When an AI Conference Starts Looking More Like an Industry Capital Market Than a Trade Show

By: Alex Mercer – SeaPRwire – The most interesting number in Ai4 2026 is not the expected 12,000 attendees. It is not the 1,000 speakers either. It is the jump from roughly 225 exhibitors in 2025 to nearly 400 exhibitors in 2026. That kind of expansion rarely happens because organizers simply sell more booth space. It usually signals something bigger. Companies are no longer attending AI conferences just to learn. They are showing up to compete for visibility, partnerships, customers, talent, and investor attention in a market that is becoming more crowded every quarter. According to the official announcement, Ai4 2026 will take place from August 4 to August 6 at The Venetian in Las Vegas. The event’s exhibit hall has become a massive gathering point for companies across the AI value chain. Names such as AMD, AWS, Cisco, NVIDIA, Google Cloud, SAP, Siemens, HPE, Dell Technologies, IBM, Mistral AI, Dataiku, Red Hat, Vultr, and PayPal are all expected to participate. Startup Alley has doubled in size compared with last year. A new showcase called Agentic Live will feature live demonstrations of agentic AI solutions. International pavilions will bring AI and semiconductor companies from South Korea onto the show floor. The conference is also expanding beyond exhibitions with technical workshops, executive sessions, industry tracks, product launches, robotics demonstrations, and keynote appearances from leaders representing OpenAI, Mistral AI, Amazon Web Services, Cisco, Waymo, PayPal, and others. One session stands out above the rest. Geoffrey Hinton, Fei-Fei Li, and Andrew Ng are scheduled to appear together in a discussion titled “The Architects of Intelligence: A Historic Convergence.” The official narrative is about innovation and education. The industry subtext is about consolidation and positioning. AI is moving beyond the research phase. Buyers are no longer evaluating abstract concepts. They are comparing infrastructure vendors, foundation model providers, enterprise software platforms, agentic systems, and deployment partners. That explains why the exhibit hall is expanding faster than many conference agendas. The booth itself has become a sales channel. Every conversation on the show floor carries potential commercial value. A startup founder is looking for funding. A cloud provider wants enterprise contracts. A systems integrator wants implementation projects. Everyone arrives with a different objective, yet they are all competing for the same thing: relevance in the next stage of AI adoption. The clearest signal may not come from the keynote stage at all. It comes from the companies willing to invest in physical presence. When nearly 400 exhibitors gather under one roof, the conference stops being a showcase and starts functioning as a market. The winners after Las Vegas will not necessarily be the firms with the loudest announcements. They will be the ones that leave with customers, partners, and distribution channels already lined up. In this phase of the AI race, booth traffic is starting to matter almost as much as model performance. Author bio: Alex Mercer, a veteran technology director and industry analyst with deep experience in Silicon Valley, focuses on AI infrastructure, enterprise technology adoption, and competitive dynamics across emerging technology markets.
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The Clients You Never Knew You Lost: Why AI Recommendations Are Becoming the New Front Door for Law Firms, Doctors, and Financial Advisors SeaPRwire

The Clients You Never Knew You Lost: Why AI Recommendations Are Becoming the New Front Door for Law Firms, Doctors, and Financial Advisors

By: James Vance – SeaPRwire – A growing number of professional service firms are facing a problem they cannot see on their analytics dashboards. A law firm may rank well on Google. A medical practice may dominate local search. A financial advisor may have years of content and strong reviews. Yet potential clients can still disappear before visiting a website. The reason is simple. Many people now ask ChatGPT, Google Gemini, or Microsoft Copilot for recommendations before opening Google. If a business does not appear in those AI-generated answers, the customer journey ends before traditional SEO even has a chance to work. That reality sits at the center of a new initiative announced by AI Search Engineers. The company has launched an AI Search Visibility Audit focused on legal, medical, and financial services. According to the firm’s research and client findings, these three sectors show the largest gap between the commercial value of AI-generated recommendations and the effort businesses are investing in AI search visibility. The company points to repeated patterns across legal engagements, where firms maintained strong Google rankings while remaining invisible inside AI-generated responses. Similar conditions are emerging in healthcare and financial advisory markets. Patients increasingly ask AI systems for provider recommendations. Prospective investors use AI tools to shortlist advisors. In both cases, businesses surfaced by AI gain credibility immediately, while those excluded from the answers may never enter consideration. The announcement also reveals how different AI visibility has become from traditional search optimization. AI Search Engineers argues that rankings alone are no longer enough. Its audit examines factors such as entity recognition across major AI platforms, structured schema implementation, trusted third-party citations, FAQ content alignment, and platform-specific visibility patterns. For law firms, that means understanding how AI interprets practice-area expertise. For medical providers, it means appearing in healthcare-related knowledge sources that AI systems trust. For financial advisors, it means balancing authority building with compliance requirements while ensuring AI platforms can confidently extract and reference relevant expertise. The common thread is authority. AI systems increasingly act less like search engines and more like recommendation engines, selecting who appears in the answer rather than presenting a list of links. The deeper business implication is difficult to ignore. Search used to reward visibility. AI recommendations reward selection. Those are not the same thing. In the past, winning meant appearing on page one. Today, winning may mean becoming one of only a few names mentioned directly by an AI assistant. That shift raises the stakes for professional service firms whose revenue depends on trust-based decisions. The firms that understand this change early may gain an outsized advantage. The firms that wait for declining lead volume to reveal the problem could discover that the missing clients were redirected long before any Google search ever began. Author bio: James Vance, a senior commentator for an international technology publication, specializes in analyzing search technologies, AI-driven business transformation, and the commercial impact of emerging digital platforms.
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