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120 Teams of Young Innovators Shine at the Hong Kong Science Fair

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Annual Event Showcases the Power of Creativity and the Innovation of Next Generation Technology in Hong Kong

HONG KONG, May 27, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — The Hong Kong Innovation Foundation (‘HKIF’) is thrilled to announce that the annual Hong Kong Science Fair (‘Science Fair’), will take place from 8 to 9 June at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre. The Science Fair offers a dynamic platform for Hong Kong’s young innovators to showcase their creativity, with this year’s theme encouraging them to ‘Think Big Be Innovative’. 120 teams of local primary and secondary school students will share their outstanding innovative projects, while visitors to the fair can look forward to exploring six interactive zones, including the most popular ‘Laboratory Series’ workshops. Participants can delve into the fascinating world of food science, enjoy a sensory engagement session through changing the form and colour of sand, as well as utilise technology to transform physical drawings into a virtual imaginary world where they can roam among the stars. In addition, the Science Fair will also feature innovative technological advancements from local universities and institutions and invite local technology experts to share their latest scientific research. Online registration is now open, and admission is free for the public.

The Hong Kong Innovation Foundation is dedicated to fostering innovation and technology development in Hong Kong by cultivating an innovative spirit from an early age. As part of its commitment, HKIF arranged for the gold award-winning teams from the previous Science Fair to participate in the prestigious International Exhibition of Inventions Geneva in Switzerland in April. This exhibition is one of the largest global events exclusively devoted to inventions, students and teachers from Bishop Hall Jubilee School, St. Stephen’s Girls’ College, and C.&M.A. Chui Chak Lam Memorial School had the unique opportunity to exchange ideas with inventors from around 40 countries and regions. Two of their research projects, ‘AI Guardian’ and ‘Plantis’, received bronze awards at the exhibition.

Mr. Daryl Ng, Chairman of the Hong Kong Innovation Foundation, said, ‘With the strong support of the Central Government and the HKSAR Government, Hong Kong’s innovation and technology continues to thrive and gain international recognition. The Hong Kong delegation won over 350 awards at this year’s “International Exhibition of Inventions Geneva”, exceeding past achievements. Seeing former Hong Kong Science Fair participants succeed on the global innovation stage was truly inspiring. The Science Fair gives primary and secondary students a platform to showcase their creativity, and I am grateful for the ongoing support from all sectors. I encourage the public to experience first-hand the innovative energy of our youth and, together, to promote a culture of innovation and technology.’

The Hong Kong Science Fair attracts thousands of visitors annually and showcases Hong Kong’s passion for innovation and technology. Six interactive zones will be featured in this year’s Science Fair for families to enjoy interactive experience and workshops, including the ‘Laboratory Series’ workshops that are well received by children. In the ‘Magic Vit-C’ workshop, participants can explore the chemical interactions between vitamin C and fresh cut fruits and deepen their understanding of food science; the ‘Sand-sitivity’ workshop will offer a creative learning experience by manipulating the texture and colour of sand to stimulate the senses; in ‘Draw Me to the Stars’, technology will be used to transform physical drawings into a virtual imaginary world, allowing visitors to embark an exciting tour with space creatures; in ‘HKSF Odyssey’, visitors can explore the entire exhibition hall and collect the exquisite astronaut postcards. This year’s fair will also present the latest scientific and technological research advancements from local universities and institutions. Experts from different institutions will also be on hand to discuss the real-world applications of innovative technologies and their development, fostering collaboration between industry, academia, and the public.

This year’s Science Fair received nearly 330 project submissions from over 1,400 students and teachers representing 130 local and international schools, with students ranging from Primary 4 to Secondary 6. Among the participants, approximately 50 schools are joining the fair for the first time. A preliminary judging panel composed of experts and scholars from various industries has selected 120 finalist teams. These finalists will present their research projects, focusing on four main categories: ‘Smart City & Smart Home’, ‘Medical & Healthcare’, ‘Sustainability’, and ‘Education’. The public can also participate by voting for the ‘Most Popular Award’ on-site, supporting and encouraging these young inventors as they continue to explore their creative potential.

The Third Hong Kong Science Fair and Award Presentation Ceremony Details

Date:

8 – 9 June 2024 (Saturday to Sunday)

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10:00 am to 6:00 pm

Location:

Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre, Hall 3FG

Online Registration:

https://www.reghksciencefair.org.hk/public/

 

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2026 Canton Fair Design Award Winners Showcase China’s Innovation Strength

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GUANGZHOU, China, Oct. 19, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — As the 140th Canton Fair opens, the winners of the 2026 Canton Fair Design Award (CF Award) have also been announced. Winning products are now on display in Area D of the Canton Fair Complex, offering visitors a closer look at some of the latest advances in Chinese manufacturing and industrial design.

Among this year’s top honorees, a domestically developed high-performance sport motorcycle and an intelligent navigation capsule robot gastric endoscopy system received the Best of the Best Award, the competition’s highest recognition.

The Canton Fair also enhanced the visitor experience with a themed showcase area within the award exhibition. Built around four application-oriented concepts, namely Outdoor Pleasure, Smart Living, Cozy Home and Kitchen Elegance, the immersive displays demonstrate how innovative designs can be integrated into everyday life, helping visitors better understand the practical value behind these award-winning products.

This year, 4,218 products from 2,112 companies competed for the award. Following multiple rounds of evaluation, 222 products from 174 companies were selected.

The award-winning products reflect several key trends shaping the next stage of Chinese manufacturing. Innovation remains a defining theme, with breakthrough technologies ranging from upper limb motor function assistance and enhancement system to exoskeleton robots, underscoring the growing momentum of high-end manufacturing.

Meanwhile, intelligent technologies continue to gain traction across industries. Smart products account for more than 30% of this year’s winners, with AI-powered glasses, intelligent conference terminals and smart healthcare devices extending AI applications across home, office, medical and outdoor environments.

Sustainability is also becoming increasingly embedded throughout the product lifecycle. Green products represent over 40% of the winning entries, while innovations such as integrated energy-saving panels and sugarcane paper demonstrate how environmentally conscious practices are being incorporated into product design, materials selection and manufacturing processes.

Established in 2013, the Canton Fair Design Award is widely regarded as a benchmark for design innovation in China’s foreign trade sector. The award recognizes products that combine design excellence with commercial value, promoting the transformation and upgrading of Chinese manufacturing and supporting high-quality trade development. Entries are evaluated across five dimensions: innovation, quality, functionality, aesthetics and sustainability.

For more convenient attendance, please click here for pre-registration:
https://buyer.cantonfair.org.cn/register/buyer/email?source_type=16

 

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InstaMall Launches Same-Day Fashion Delivery Experience, Bringing 80+ Brands to Shoppers’ Doors in Miami

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First-of-its-kind shopping app pairs artificial intelligence with same-day delivery, bringing luxury
and contemporary brands directly to customers’ doorsteps 

Featured luxury and contemporary brands include AllSaints, John Varvatos and Aritzia

MIAMI, Oct. 19, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — InstaMall, a first-of-its-kind shopping app offering same-day delivery and access to real-time inventory across luxury and contemporary fashion, launches today in Miami, Florida. Now available via iOS and Android, InstaMall provides access to more than 80 contemporary and luxury fashion brands across Miami’s five premier retail clusters, including Balmain, Louis Vuitton, Bottega Veneta, Ganni, Coach, Diesel, Reformation, Aritzia, Cult Gaia, Prada and more. InstaMall will add more brands within the app in the coming weeks and seasons. 

Sitting at the intersection of fashion, technology and commerce, InstaMall brings inspiration and purchase together through a more dynamic way to discover and shop for fashion. The experience combines access to luxury and contemporary brands with the convenience of same-day delivery, bringing the speed customers have come to expect across categories like food and groceries to fashion while maintaining the brand experience retailers and shoppers expect.

Within the app, customers will have access to InstaMall’s AI-powered stylist and virtual try-on features, making it easier to browse, discover and shop styles online. InstaMall’s AI Stylist serves as an intelligent shopping assistant that responds to customers’ preferences in real time. Customers can use the AI Stylist to receive product recommendations, build outfits, ask questions and discover new styles, while its virtual try-on feature allows them to visualize select items on themselves before making a purchase.

“InstaMall was founded on the belief that the convenience customers have come to expect from same-day delivery should extend to the way they shop for fashion,” said Elliot Aboud, Founder and CEO of InstaMall. “As fashion and technology continue to evolve together, we saw an opportunity to create a more seamless shopping experience that brings customers closer to the brands they love, combining a curated assortment, AI-powered styling and virtual try-on with the ease and convenience of same-day delivery.”

Prior to founding InstaMall, Elliot Aboud helped build the Aroma360 and Hotel Collection brands, overseeing the launch of the first retail store and expanding the retail footprint to more than 30 stores across the United States and two in Dubai. InstaMall is bringing fashion and luxury to the next generation with its seamless shopping experience and wide selection of brands.

Customers can download InstaMall through the Apple App Store or Google Play, or by going to instamall.co.

About InstaMall 

InstaMall is a same-day fashion shopping and discovery app reimagining how consumers shop for luxury and contemporary brands. Sitting at the intersection of fashion, technology and commerce, InstaMall brings inspiration and purchase together in an experience that gives consumers a more dynamic way to discover and shop. Where on-demand delivery has long existed for categories like food and groceries, InstaMall brings that same convenience to luxury fashion for the first time, delivering the same day without compromising the brand experience fashion retailers and their customers expect. The company launched publicly in Miami on October 16, 2026, and plans to expand nationally. For more information, please visit instamall.co.

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PTC to Announce Fourth Fiscal Quarter and Full Year 2026 Results on Wednesday, November 4, 2026

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BOSTON, Oct. 19, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — PTC (NASDAQ: PTC) will release its fiscal 2026 fourth quarter and full year results on Wednesday, November 4th after the stock market closes. As previously announced on October 5th, 2026, PTC entered into a definitive agreement to be acquired by Schneider Electric. In light of the pending transaction, PTC is suspending quarterly earnings conference calls and is no longer providing quarterly or annual guidance.

The earnings press release and accompanying financial data tables will be accessible on the Investor Relations section of the company’s website at PTC Investor Relations.

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PTC (NASDAQ: PTC) is a global software company that enables manufacturers and product companies to digitally transform how they design, manufacture, and service the physical products the world relies on. Headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts, PTC employs over 7,000 people and supports more than 30,000 customers globally. For more information, please visit www.ptc.com.

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