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Applied Intuition launches first mobile operations center for autonomous systems: Applied Edge

Company unveils field-deployable, persistent autonomy development and operations platform.

SUNNYVALE, Calif., March 31, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Applied Intuition, Inc., the leading physical AI company, today launched the first mobile operations center purpose-built for developing, testing and operating autonomous systems. Applied Edge packages rugged compute, satellite and radio communications, and the Axion autonomy toolchain into a field-deployable node, enabling teams to build, iterate and operate at mission speed without standing up new infrastructure.

“Applied Intuition is collapsing the distance between the lab and the mission,” said Qasar Younis, co-founder and CEO of Applied Intuition. “Today, every team building advanced autonomous systems hits the same wall: the exercise ends, the racks go dark and the telemetry sits in the field while the clock resets in the office. The cycle of standing up and tearing down autonomy stacks between events is over. The teams that move at mission speed will define the future of autonomous systems, and Edge is how they get there.”

Deploy where the mission is. Pick up where you left off.

Defense autonomy is moving fast, but the infrastructure behind it has not kept up. Government test ranges — designed for hardware, not software — add months of scheduling overhead and offer no persistent DevSecOps environments. The gap between autonomy needs and infrastructure has never been wider.

As autonomy programs move from one-off demonstrations to repeated field operations, teams need software-defined infrastructure that stays warm between events. The same pressure exists in defense and in heavy industry: mining, construction and other environments where machines must be developed and validated where they work, not only in the lab.

Axion Sim and Mission Control run natively on Edge so teams can plan missions, replay logs, evaluate behavior, coordinate multi-asset operations and stream live telemetry, all from a single platform deployed wherever the mission demands.

Key capabilities include:

  • Show up, power on and get to work: Edge node arrives self-sufficient with power, HVAC, rugged compute servers, 5G/Starlink communications, and operator workstations ready on arrival with no build-out required.
  • No resets or rework: Data, models, and workflows persist between test events. Teams pick up where they left off with no lost context and no wasted setup days.
  • Build, test and iterate at the edge: Axion tooling provides a complete development environment at the test site.
  • Secure, compliant environments: Edge supports SCIF/SAPF configurations and enables classified programs to operate from Edge without requiring fixed facilities.

Edge is available now. For more information, visit applied.co.

About Applied Intuition
Applied Intuition, Inc. is powering the future of physical AI. Founded in 2017 and now valued at $15 billion, the Silicon Valley company is creating the digital infrastructure needed to bring intelligence to every moving machine on the planet. Applied Intuition services the automotive, defense, trucking, construction, mining and agriculture industries in three core areas: tools and infrastructure, operating systems and autonomy. Eighteen of the top 20 global automakers, as well as the United States military and its allies, trust the company’s solutions to deliver physical intelligence. Applied Intuition is headquartered in Sunnyvale, California, with offices in Washington, D.C.; San Diego; Ft. Walton Beach, Florida; Ann Arbor, Michigan; London; Stuttgart; Munich; Stockholm; Bangalore; Seoul; and Tokyo. Learn more at applied.co.

 

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Xojo 2026r1 Delivers Enhanced Debugging, Simplified macOS Signing Experience, More Controls for Windows, Web, and Android

Cross-platform update: watchpoints, signing enhancements, and richer controls

AUSTIN, Texas, March 31, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Xojo, Inc., the developers behind Xojo—a powerful cross-platform development tool and programming language— announce the immediate availability of Xojo 2026 Release 1, a feature-focused release that adds debugger watchpoints, a powerful feature for Xojo developers, expanded WinUI support, improved macOS signing, and new web and Android controls.

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Debugger watchpoints give Xojo developers fine-grained control over when and where code is evaluated during debugging sessions, helping identify subtle logic errors and performance issues quickly. Users will find the new Team-based Developer ID field for macOS more approachable, especially for those new to dealing with certificates, signing, and distributing macOS apps. This change aligns with the style found in iOS projects and offers a cleaner, more intuitive way to manage developer certificates. Xojo 2026r1 expands WinUI integration with support for DesktopTabPanel and DesktopGroupBox controls, enabling a more native Windows 10/11 experience. The web stack is strengthened with WebColorPicker, WebSwitch, and WebBarcode, plus Bootstrap v5.3.8 and TypeScript v5.9.3. Xojo 2026r1 debuts three new mobile controls for Android users, MobileChart, MobileColorPicker, PDFViewer, plus adds new features such as Zip/Unzip, broadening what you can deliver in your Android apps.

“Xojo 2026r1 represents a thoughtful step forward for developers building across mobile, web, and desktop. The release consolidates a robust set of tools, enhancing Android capabilities, enriching the web experience, and tightening platform workflows, so teams can focus more on delivering features and reintegration,” said Geoff Perlman, Xojo Founder and CEO. “This update supports a more cohesive cross‑platform experience.”

New Features and Updates:

  • Debugger watchpoints
  • Improved macOS app code signing process
  • Web controls: WebColorPicker, WebSwitch, WebBarcode
  • Android: MobileChart, MobileColorPicker, MobilePDFViewer, FolderItem.Zip/Unzip
  • Windows: WinUI support for DesktopTabPanel, DesktopGroupBox
  • Jade improved output and lower token costs

Availability

Xojo is free for learning and development, as well as for building apps for Linux and Raspberry Pi. Paid licenses start at $499 for cross-platform Desktop, Mobile, or Web development. Xojo Pro and Pro Plus licenses, starting at $999, offer additional support and resources for professional developers. Special licensing is available for educators and students. Visit store.xojo.com for details.

About Xojo

Xojo is a cross-platform development tool for building native apps for macOS, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android, the web and Raspberry Pi. For over 25 years, Xojo has supported a growing community of developers passionate about creating powerful applications with ease. Learn more at xojo.com. Download Xojo 2026 Release 1 at xojo.com/download.

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The TRATON GROUP and Applied Intuition Announce TRATON ONE OS, a Unified Software Platform for Improved Fleet Uptime Across TRATON’s Four Global Brands

MUNICH and SUNNYVALE, Calif., March 31, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — The TRATON GROUP and Applied Intuition, Inc., the leading physical AI company, today announced TRATON ONE OS, a next-generation software-defined vehicle platform that will power all new vehicles across TRATON’s four brands: Scania, MAN, International and Volkswagen Truck & Bus. Building on more than a year of co-development, the two companies are deploying a single unified platform that’s at the forefront of innovation to deliver benefits to customers:

  • Prevent costly downtime: The system’s unified data access is designed to enable predictive maintenance capabilities that allow fleet operators to identify and address potential mechanical issues before they lead to breakdowns, service recalls or unplanned downtime.
  • Future-proof fleets: Customers will be able to receive new applications, features and full-cabin user-interface upgrades via over-the-air software updates, eliminating many workshop visits and allowing vehicles to improve throughout their operational life.
  • Unlock the autonomous future: The platform’s adaptive middleware is designed to serve as a foundation for autonomous driving systems, enabling TRATON to layer autonomous capabilities onto the same architecture over time.

Designed to bring the speed, flexibility and continuous update cycles of modern software development to the commercial vehicle industry, TRATON ONE OS will operate on all high-performance computers (HPCs) in TRATON’s new vehicle architecture. The platform supports multiple hardware chipsets and global regulatory environments while giving TRATON teams a common foundation to build on — all without compromising each brand’s distinct customer experience. Testing of the first integrated ECU hardware will begin in April 2026, with rollout across new trucks targeted for 2028.

“Our collaboration with Applied Intuition brings together TRATON’s deep expertise in commercial vehicles, including strength in modularization and in-house application-function software development, with Applied Intuition’s leading software capabilities,” said Stefan Teuchert, Senior Vice President EE Platform at TRATON GROUP. “With TRATON ONE OS, we combine strong building blocks from Applied Intuition, TRATON and the open source community to create a worldwide cutting-edge EE platform, delivering fast new functions and services to the customer, while still preserving what makes each of our brands unique.”

The platform is being co-developed as a white-box modular architecture that combines TRATON’s internal development with Applied Intuition’s Vehicle OS for trucking, as well as trusted third-party and open-source components. This modular approach allows TRATON to replace or consolidate compute units over time without fragmenting the software stack or rewriting the platform or applications, supporting the company’s long-term ambition to move toward fewer, more powerful high-performance computers.

“Working closely with TRATON, we’re building the next generation of software-defined commercial vehicles,” said Qasar Younis, co-founder and CEO of Applied Intuition. “TRATON ONE OS creates a platform that allows trucks to continuously evolve through software updates while giving TRATON the flexibility to build and scale capabilities across its global brands.”

To learn more, contact press@applied.co

About Applied Intuition
Applied Intuition, Inc. is powering the future of physical AI. Founded in 2017 and now valued at $15 billion, the Silicon Valley company is creating the digital infrastructure needed to bring intelligence to every moving machine on the planet. Applied Intuition services the automotive, defense, trucking, construction, mining and agriculture industries in three core areas: tools and infrastructure, operating systems and autonomy. Eighteen of the top 20 global automakers, as well as the United States military and its allies, trust the company’s solutions to deliver physical intelligence. Applied Intuition is headquartered in Sunnyvale, California, with offices in Washington, D.C.; San Diego, California; Ft. Walton Beach, Florida; Ann Arbor, Michigan; London; Stuttgart; Munich; Stockholm; Bangalore; Seoul; and Tokyo. Learn more at applied.co.

About the TRATON GROUP
With its brands Scania, MAN, International, and Volkswagen Truck & Bus, TRATON SE is the parent and holding company of the TRATON GROUP and one of the world’s leading commercial vehicle manufacturers. The Group’s product portfolio comprises trucks, buses, and light-duty commercial vehicles. “Transforming Transportation Together. For a sustainable world.”: this intention underlines the Company’s ambition to have a lasting and sustainable impact on the commercial vehicle business and on the Group’s commercial growth.

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Schneider Electric Joins Thread Group Board of Directors

SAN RAMON, Calif. – March 31, 2026 – The Thread Group, an industry alliance addressing IoT convergence, security, power, and architecture challenges, today announced that Schneider Electric has joined its Board of Directors. A member of the Thread Group since 2015, Schneider Electric will take a more active role in shaping the future of the Thread wireless networking protocol moving forward.

This addition comes at a pivotal time for the organization, with Thread recently surpassing 1000 consumer products, and as we continue to see expansion into commercial markets. Thread 1.4 delivers significant benefits for commercial and industrial applications, including seamless communication, enhanced reliability, and performance in expansive IoT deployments.

“The entire Thread Group will benefit from Schneider Electric’s deeper engagement in our efforts,” said Vividh Siddha, President of Thread Group. “A dedicated member for more than a decade, their expertise in energy management and building automation is invaluable, especially as Thread adoption continues to grow in both smart home and commercial building environments.”

As the IoT industry rallies around open standards, Schneider Electric’s strategic input will help accelerate Thread’s adoption as the networking backbone for IoT devices by championing interoperability and convergence across both residential and commercial sectors.

“Schneider Electric has long championed open standards as the key to sustainable, efficient, and future-proof intelligent buildings,” said Alban Notin, Standardization Leader at Schneider Electric. “As a long-standing member, we have seen Thread evolve into a robust, secure, and low-power foundation for the Internet of Things. We look forward to further supporting the adoption of open standards that deliver interoperability and sustainability for our customers.”

Schneider Electric joins existing Board of Directors members, including Amazon, Apple, ASSA ABLOY, Fortune Brands Innovations, Google, Lutron, Inventronics, Nordic Semiconductors, NXP Semiconductors, Qualcomm, Siemens, Silicon Labs, and Samsung SmartThings.

Liquibase Unveils Change Intelligence and New Connectors for Governed Database Delivery

AUSTIN, Texas–Liquibase, the leader in Database Change Governance, today unveiled Liquibase Change Intelligence and a new suite of Liquibase Secure Deployment Connectors, expanding how enterprises understand, govern, and operationalize database change across modern delivery environments.

The new capabilities are designed to help teams understand database changes, monitor delivery performance, identify risk earlier, resolve issues up to 95% faster, and centralize audit evidence, while extending governed database change into the systems where developers, DBAs, and change teams already work, including ServiceNow, GitHub, Harness, and Terraform.

The announcement addresses a persistent gap in enterprise delivery. While application and infrastructure changes have become more automated, observable, and standardized, database change still too often moves through ticket attachments, side-channel SQL, manual approvals, and inconsistent execution paths. The result is slower investigations, weaker auditability, and more risk around outages, data integrity, and compliance.

Change Intelligence helps teams see what changed and respond faster

Liquibase Change Intelligence is designed to give teams a clearer view of what changed, how changes are moving across environments, where drift is emerging, and what requires attention next.

It brings together deployment activity, environment-level change status, drift signals, policy outcomes, and operational history so teams can answer critical questions faster: What changed? Where did it fail? Which environments are out of sync? Is drift increasing? What needs to be fixed now?

When failures occur, Change Intelligence is designed to help teams investigate with greater speed and context through AI-driven analysis that identifies likely causes and provides remediation guidance. Instead of forcing teams to reconstruct events from scattered logs, tickets, and tribal knowledge, it gives them a more direct path from issue to understanding to action.

Change Intelligence is also designed to help organizations centralize audit evidence for what changed, who approved it, where it ran, and what happened. That gives engineering, security, and compliance teams a more structured and accessible record of database change activity, reducing reliance on screenshots, manual evidence gathering, and fragmented reporting.

“Teams should not have to piece together the lineage of a database across environments from scattered logs, tickets, and tribal knowledge,” said Pete Pickerill, co-founder of Liquibase. “Change Intelligence is designed to help teams understand what changed, spot risk earlier, and move faster with AI-driven analysis and remediation guidance when failures happen.”

New connectors extend governed database change into the tools teams already use

Liquibase also unveiled a new suite of Liquibase Secure Deployment Connectors designed to extend governed database change into the platforms many enterprises already use to plan, approve, and deliver work.

For teams using ServiceNow, the connector is designed to bring database change into the existing approval process so approved tickets can result in governed, auditable deployments instead of manual SQL execution and disconnected handoffs.

For teams using GitHub, the connector is designed to bring database change into the same pull request and workflow model already used for application code, adding policy checks, validation, and deployment history tied to commits and branches.

For teams using Harness, the connector is designed to preserve existing pipelines while adding stronger governance, centralized visibility, and compliance-grade auditability around database changes.

For teams using Terraform, the connector is designed to extend infrastructure as code to the database layer, connecting Liquibase Secure to Terraform-managed instances through existing pipelines while enforcing database policies, applying versioned changeSets, and maintaining a complete audit trail over time.

Together, the connectors are designed to remove one of the biggest barriers to stronger database governance: the belief that teams need to rebuild their workflows to get it. Instead, Liquibase is extending governed database change into the systems teams already use, while strengthening traceability, standardization, and audit evidence across the delivery lifecycle.

“CIOs are asking for flexibility without more fragmentation,” said Mirek Novotny, Senior Director of Product at Liquibase. “They want solutions that fit the way teams already work, support the breadth of their database environments, and still create a consistent standard for governance. That is exactly what these innovations are designed to deliver.”

Built for a new era of AI, data integrity, and operational accountability

The new capabilities reflect a broader shift in how enterprises are thinking about AI readiness and operational risk.

As AI initiatives expand, more changes are being generated, reviewed, and pushed through delivery systems at higher speed and greater scale. But when database change remains inconsistent, weakly governed, or hard to trace, the resulting risk does not stay isolated at the database layer. It carries into applications, analytics, automation, and AI-driven systems.

By helping organizations better understand database changes, catch drift earlier, investigate failures faster, and centralize audit evidence, Liquibase is giving enterprises a stronger operational foundation for trusted applications, data products, and AI initiatives.

Availability

Liquibase Change IntelligenceLiquibase Secure Deployment Connectors, and related capabilities are expected to begin rolling out in fall 2026. Additional details will be shared closer to availability.

Bybit Extends Tomorrowland Brasil Partnership Into 2027 Following Strong 2025 Results

DUBAI, UAE, March 31, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Bybit, the world’s second-largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume, has announced the continuation of its collaboration with Tomorrowland Brasil 2027, building on the success of its role as exclusive payment partner for the 2025 edition. The event will take place from April 30 to May 2, 2027. Guided by its vision of “A new rhythm for real-world finance,” Bybit continues to bridge digital assets with everyday experiences.

The earlier partnership introduced Bybit Card presale access, seamless on-site payments and immersive brand activations, including the “Portal to the Future by Bybit” activation, which engaged about 45,000 festivalgoers over three days. The activation demonstrated how digital finance can enhance real-world experiences by enabling fast, secure and borderless payments across travel, food and entertainment. This underscores a key benefit of the Bybit Card: a seamless, all-in-one payment solution that connects crypto and everyday spending in real-world environments. The initiative positioned Bybit at the center of one of the world’s most recognized music festivals and highlighted the practical use of crypto-enabled financial tools in everyday settings.

Following this momentum, Bybit confirmed it will partner with Tomorrowland Brasil 2027, with the new phase of the collaboration set to launch on March 30, 2026. The extended partnership deepens the integration between finance and lifestyle, with a focus on expanding user benefits and fan engagement. The 2027 edition will introduce the theme “Consciencia,” inviting festivalgoers into a new chapter of the Tomorrowland universe shaped by emotion, imagination and transformation.

Tomorrowland is widely regarded as one of the most iconic electronic music festivals globally, known for its large-scale production, international audience and immersive storytelling. Its Brazil edition continues to grow as a key cultural event in Latin America, attracting fans from across the region and beyond.

Under the renewed collaboration, Bybit Card holders can expect enhanced access and exclusive experiences tied to Tomorrowland Brasil 2027. Building on 2025 highlights such as discounts on festival spending, onsite card distribution and exclusive co-branded merchandise, the new phase will include early ticket access, limited-edition merchandise, and curated on-site perks.

Bybit Card holders will receive exclusive savings on presale and regular tickets, as well as on official Tomorrowland merchandise. The collaboration also includes access to exclusive Bybit x Tomorrowland merchandise, dedicated cardholder experiences, and selected complimentary offerings, including drinks, during the festival.

The Bybit Card will continue to serve as a seamless payment solution across the festival journey, enabling users to move from everyday transactions to live event experiences. In 2025, onsite issuance and activation enabled immediate use for payments and rewards. Bybit Card empowers users with convenience, speed and real-world utility – bringing crypto closer to everyday life. The offering reinforces Bybit’s commitment to making financial tools accessible, intuitive and relevant within cultural moments.

“Our collaboration with Tomorrowland Brasil in 2025 demonstrated how crypto can move beyond theory into meaningful, real-world experiences,” said Helen Liu, Co-CEO of Bybit. “As we continue to deliver ‘A new rhythm for real-world finance,’ from ticket access to seamless payments and on-site engagement, we saw strong adoption and positive feedback from users. Building on that momentum, our continued partnership for 2027 will further integrate the Bybit Card into the festival journey, with added benefits such as exclusive access, curated experiences and ticket discount that make participation even more rewarding.”

Bybit Card users will be able to access benefits across the festival journey, from planning and ticket purchases to on-site payments and experiences.

Pre-Registration for Tomorrowland Brasil 2027 starts on April 30, 2026 – 10:00 BRT | 15:00 CEST. Prepare for pre-registration by creating a Tomorrowland account. Additional details will be announced in due course.

This milestone reflects Bybit’s broader strategy to integrate digital assets into everyday life through partnerships that connect finance, technology and culture. Through this collaboration, Bybit continues to deliver on its promise of “A new rhythm for real-world finance,” bringing practical, rewarding financial experiences to global audiences.

#Bybit / #CryptoArk

Bybit Extends Tomorrowland Brasil Partnership Into 2027 Following Strong 2025 Results

About Bybit

Bybit is the world’s second-largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume, serving a global community of over 70 million users. Founded in 2018, Bybit is redefining openness in the decentralized world by creating a simpler, open and equal ecosystem for everyone. With a strong focus on Web3, Bybit partners strategically with leading blockchain protocols to provide robust infrastructure and drive on-chain innovation. Renowned for its secure custody, diverse marketplaces, intuitive user experience, and advanced blockchain tools, Bybit bridges the gap between TradFi and DeFi, empowering builders, creators, and enthusiasts to unlock the full potential of Web3. Discover the future of decentralized finance at Bybit.com.

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About WEAREONE.world 

Tomorrowland was founded 20 years ago by Belgian brothers Manu & Michiel Beers and remains a family-owned business, driven by a creative and passionate team. Over the years, Tomorrowland has evolved into a global entertainment brand. The WEAREONE.world group consists of several business units, including Festival & Events, Music, Experiences, Leisure, Products, and Fiction. Today, over 350 passionate team members create magic from the headquarters in Antwerp (Belgium), as well as from local offices in Brazil, France, Ibiza and Thailand.

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NORTH AMERICA’S 50 BEST BARS ANNOUNCES THE 2026 LIST OF BARS RANKED 51st TO 100th

LONDON, March 31, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — North America’s 50 Best Bars 2026, sponsored by Perrier, has revealed the extended list of bars ranked 51st to 100th. This extended list is the result of the votes cast by the voting Academy, which is comprised of more than 300 independent cocktail experts, renowned bartenders, educators and drinks writers from across the region.

North America’s 50 Best Bars, sponsored by Perrier, announces the extended 51-100 list for 2026, which includes 14 new entries.

The 51-100 List in Numbers

  • The 51-100 list includes bars across 28 destinations and 14 new entries
  • The United States leads the list with 25 bars, including establishments from New York, Chicago, Los Angeles, Boston, Houston, Seattle, Denver, Atlanta, Honolulu and more
  • Canada claims 19 entries, with representation from Toronto, Vancouver, Montreal, Calgary and Victoria
  • Mexico is represented by four bars, spanning Mexico City, Tulum and Playa del Carmen, while bars in Puerto Rico and Grand Cayman also earn places on the list

The 51-100 list celebrates the region’s dynamic bar community ahead of the announcement of the 1-50 list in Vancouver, Canada on April 22, in collaboration with host destination partner, Destination Vancouver.

Emma Sleight, Head of Content for North America’s 50 Best Bars, says: “The 51-100 list allows us to celebrate an even wider array of bars and the incredible diversity of drinks culture across North America. The bars featured reflect the creativity and passion defining the region’s hospitality scene. With 28 destinations represented and a variety of styles, the list highlights how vibrant the cocktail community has become, and we’re delighted to recognize their achievements.”

Leading the 51-100 list is Aruba Day Drink in Tijuana at No.51. Other Mexican bars included are Café de Nadie at No.60, Arca at No.61 and Zapote Bar at No.95.

The US is represented by bars across a diverse range of cities such as Detroit’s Father Forgive Me at No.83, Boston’s Hecate Bar at No.88, Houston’s Julep at No.84 and Atlanta’s Ticonderoga Club at No.85.

Canadian bars featured include Toronto’s Cry Baby Gallery (No.69), Vancouver’s Bagheera (No.59), Montreal’s Cloakroom (No.56) and Calgary’s Proof (No.78).

The full list can be viewed here.

The countdown of the list of North America’s 50 Best Bars, sponsored by Perrier, will be broadcast live on the 50 Best YouTube channel to a global audience.

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Harbour City Shopping Mall and Bandai Namco Asia Launch the first-ever flagship event “Bandai Namco Asia Journey in Hong Kong”

HONG KONG, March 31, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Harbour City, Hong Kong’s largest shopping mall, has partnered with Bandai Namco Asia to unveil “Bandai Namco Asia Journey in Hong Kong @ Harbour City” from 27 March to 5 May 2026, marking Hong Kong as the first stop of the regional journey.

The large‑scale flagship event unites five globally beloved Japanese IPs, including Mobile Suit Gundam (Gundam), ONE PIECE, Tamagotchi, ULTRAMAN and DRAGON BALL, offering a cross‑generational experience through immersive displays, rich displays and exclusive merchandise for toy and anime enthusiasts.

The Gundam-themed zone anchors the experience along Hong Kong’s iconic Victoria Harbour waterfront. A towering 5-metre-tall RX-78-2 Gundam makes its first-ever appearance in a dynamic launch pose, emerging powerfully from a 16-metre-long spaceship-themed installation that houses hundreds of Gundam model kits at the Ocean Terminal Forecourt. Meanwhile, the ONE PIECE themed zone unfolds at Ocean Terminal Deck, featuring a majestic 6metretall pirate ship inspired by the iconic Going Merry, a Gear 5 Luffy photo spot and “Egghead Arc”inspired scenes, all set against sweeping views of Victoria Harbour.

ULTRAMAN and Tamagotchi themed zones extend the experience indoors. Celebrating the 60th anniversary of ULTRAMAN and the 30th anniversary of ULTRAMAN TIGA, a dedicated themed zone showcases a curated series of character figures from the Showa to Reiwa eras, highlighting the evolution of the legendary hero over time. The Tamagotchi Research Hub installation introduces a playful setting inspired by the highly popular Tamagotchi Paradise, featuring lifesize character figures and interactive displays.

The journey continues at the Bandai Namco Asia PopUp Store, which brings together a range of eventexclusive and firstrelease merchandise from across the featured IPs. Fans can also find DRAGON BALL elements, including a Super Saiyan Son Goku statue inspired by the iconic “Kamehameha” moment, adding an additional photo highlight within the shopping experience.

Combining spectacular photo spots, interactive experiences and limited collectibles, “Bandai Namco Asia Journey in Hong Kong @ Harbour City” invites fans from around the world to step into the worlds of their favourite franchises — all in one unforgettable journey.

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EnerVenue Names Henning Rath CEO, Secures $300M Series B Extension Led by Full Vision Capital

FREMONT, Calif.  March 31st, 2026 – EnerVenue Holdings, Ltd. (“EnerVenue”), a company commercializing energy storage solutions designed to behave like durable infrastructure, today announced the appointment of Henning Rath as Chief Executive Officer alongside the closing of a U.S. $300 million extension of its Series B preferred stock financing round. The extension round was led by Full Vision Capital, included an additional new investor, and signifies renewed enthusiasm for the energy storage technology innovator.

Rath, an internationally recognized technology executive with a distinguished record of building billion-dollar companies with deep expertise in the global energy sector, guided the company to this successful funding milestone. The capital will accelerate EnerVenue’s transition from advanced technology maker to high-volume manufacturing industrial leader.

“Henning’s leadership has been pivotal in positioning EnerVenue for this growth phase,” said Dr. Yi Cui, chairman of EnerVenue. “His strategic vision and operational credibility were instrumental in building investor confidence and closing this significant round. His deep expertise in industrial scaling and global market execution is exactly what EnerVenue needs to achieve its ambitious manufacturing and deployment goals.”

Signaling an advancement of prior company strategy, the capital will support the rapid scale-up of EnerVenue’s high-volume manufacturing operations in Changzhou, China – known as the world’s epicenter of battery manufacturing expertise. The shift allows the company to optimize its cost structures, leverage the region’s unrivaled battery know-how, and service its expanding global customer base more efficiently. The funding will also accelerate supply chain development and commercial expansion.

R&D, conducted in Silicon Valley, California — home to technology innovation — will focus on enhancing the company’s next-generation, aqueous metal cells, which offers a unique combination of durability, safety, and low total cost of ownership, creating significant demand for utility, commercial, and industrial storage applications.

To expand its global footprint, EnerVenue is supported by a strong base of strategic investors, including Aramco Ventures. Over the coming months, the company plans to expand its commercial operations across Asia, the Middle East, and Europe. “We see EnerVenue’s high potential for its disruptive energy storage technology that can transform the reliability and safety of critical infrastructure and utilities at scale,” said Ionel Nechiti, Investment Director at Aramco Ventures.

“This $300 million extension of Series B preferred stock funding is a testament to the strength of EnerVenue’s technology and the entire team’s execution,” said Rath. “This capital provides the foundation to invest decisively in our technology roadmap, secure the supply chain for gigawatt-scale production, and build a robust global customer footprint. Our short and mid-term capacity targets of 250 MWh and 1 GWh are now fully funded.”

“We invest behind exceptional leadership and foundational technology,” said Alan Chan, Managing Partner at Full Vision Capital, who co-founded EnerVenue and led the investment for this round. “Rath’s proven track record and clear operational strategy for scaling EnerVenue were critical factors in our investment decision. This partnership and new capital will enable the critical investments needed to establish EnerVenue as a global player in long-duration energy storage.”

Prior to EnerVenue, Rath was Managing Director and Chief Supply Chain Officer at greentech unicorn Enpal, Germany’s leading residential renewable energy provider and one of Europe’s top green energy platforms. Before Enpal, Rath built CIRC, the renowned e-scooter startup that was later acquired by Bird, where he led the Asian markets. Rath began his career as an engineer after earning his Bachelor of Science in industrial engineering and a Master of Business Administration at UoAS Muenster. While gaining experience in global markets including Germany, Australia, India, and China, Rath also further studied at both Stanford and Harvard Universities.

Building Future-Ready Talent: GIFT City Launches Industry–Academia Roundtable Series

Gandhinagar, March 31: Gujarat International Finance Tec-City (GIFT City) has launched its Industry–Academia Roundtable series, bringing together academic institutions and industry stakeholders to strengthen collaboration and align talent development with the needs of India’s International Financial Services Centre (IFSC).

The first roundtable, held recently at GIFT City, brought together senior academic leaders, placement heads, HR and talent acquisition leaders, and sectoral experts from leading universities and institutions of Ahmedabad and Gandhinagar, along with technology and GCC companies from GIFT City, to discuss aligning academic outcomes with evolving industry requirements.

Building Future-Ready Talent: GIFT City Launches Industry–Academia Roundtable Series

The discussions focused on bridging the gap between academic learning and industry requirements, particularly in sectors such as financial services, fintech, and technology. Key areas of focus included curriculum alignment, structured internships, live industry projects, research collaboration, and the development of talent pipelines aligned with evolving industry needs.

Participants highlighted the importance of moving towards a more integrated approach, where academic programmes are closely linked with real-world industry exposure to enhance employability outcomes.

Ms. Shefali Gaur, Leader – Americas Service Engineering at IBM, said, “The future workforce will be defined not just by degrees, but by adaptability, digital fluency, and a problem-solving mindset. Platforms like this are important to align academic outcomes with industry needs and build employable talent.”

Mr. Nimay Kalyani, Campus Director, University of Wollongong, said, “To prepare job-ready graduates, the industry–academia relationship needs to evolve from alignment to integration. This will help students develop both technical knowledge and the ability to solve real-world challenges.”

GIFT City plans to expand the Industry–Academia Roundtable series to key cities across India, creating a broader platform to connect academic institutions with industry partners linked to its ecosystem. The initiative is expected to improve employability, strengthen institutional partnerships, and support the development of a skilled talent pool.

Through such initiatives, GIFT City continues to strengthen its focus on talent development and support the long-term growth of its financial and technology ecosystem.