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SBF partners UOB, Rajah & Tann and RSM to help Singapore companies expand into ASEAN through business missions

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SINGAPORE, Aug. 29, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — The Singapore Business Federation (SBF) has successfully hosted the eighth edition of the ASEAN Conference, a prestigious annual event that convenes leading decision-makers from the private and public sectors across the region. This year’s conference, which took place at Singapore’s Sands Expo and Convention Centre, provided a vital platform for exploring and shaping the future of international business partnerships in ASEAN.

1. Themed “Reimagining ASEAN for a Sustainable Tomorrow,” the conference delved into emerging trends in the circular economy and explored how businesses can leverage new resources to drive their next growth phase. The event commenced with a Ministerial Dialogue featuring Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Trade and Industry Mr Gan Kim Yong, who underscored the importance of collaboration and economic resilience in positioning the region as a hub for innovation and sustainable development in the years to come.

2. The conference also featured a fireside chat with Chief Minister of Johor, YAB Dato’ Onn Hafiz bin Ghazi. He discussed how the Johor-Singapore Special Economic Zone will contribute to ASEAN’s vision of a shared economy, highlighting its potential impact on regional integration and cross-border collaboration.

3. Two insightful panel discussions were also held at the event. The first panel reviewed the progress and achievements of the AEC as it approaches 2025, examining its impact on regional businesses. The second panel explored emerging trends in the circular economy and discussed how businesses can utilise new resources and financial tools to reassess and enhance their strategies within the region.

4. In a significant development, a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) was signed during the conference between SBF, UOB, Rajah & Tann and RSM Singapore. The MOU aims to support Singapore companies in expanding within the ASEAN region, through collaboration on internationalisation activities and knowledge sharing. The signing ceremony was witnessed by DPM Gan Kim Yong and covers the following areas of collaboration:

Strategic Platform: Utilise the ASEAN Conference platform to support the internationalisation of Singapore-based businesses.Business Mission: Partner in facilitating market exploration for Singapore companies through mission trips in ASEAN.Knowledge Sharing: Offer insights and in-market knowledge to aid business expansion within the ASEAN region.

5. Two additional MOUs were also signed by UOB with Lingang Group, a state-owned enterprise specialising in industrial park development and with Invest Johor, a one-stop-centre that represents the state of Johor in dealing with investment matters. 

6. Mr Lim Ming Yan, Chairman of the Singapore Business Federation, remarked, “ASEAN holds significant economic potential, with a GDP of US$3.6 trillion and a population of over 650 million. As we approach the milestone of the ASEAN Economic Community 2025 (AEC 2025), this conference underscores SBF’s and our partners’ pivotal role in steering crucial discussions on ASEAN’s economic future, providing a vital platform for strategic dialogue and collaboration among top decision-makers in Singapore and the region.”

7. Mr Wee Ee Cheong, Deputy Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of UOB, remarked, “Amid complex global challenges, the ASEAN economies continue to be resilient and outpace global growth. UOB is committed to Southeast Asia for the long term and our multiple partnerships with government investment agencies will enable us to continue our role as an effective gateway for companies expanding across borders.”

8. Mr Chia Kim Huat, Regional Head, Corporate & Transactional Practice Group of Rajah & Tann, said, “We are honoured to be part of the ASEAN Conference right from its inception. This year’s focus is on driving deeper collaboration and strengthening partnerships across ASEAN, amidst geo-political tensions and rising protectionism. Together with our conference partners, we are committed to advancing regional integration and fostering sustainable growth.”

9. Mr Terence Ang, Partner & Head of Advisory of RSM, said, “At RSM, we firmly believe that collaboration is key to success. The ASEAN Conference provides us with a valuable opportunity to strengthen our relationships and partnerships, reaffirming our commitment to supporting Singaporean companies in making a global impact. This MOU is a testament to our dedication to this mission.”

10. The conference also included regional tracks focusing on Indonesia, Malaysia, and Thailand, which discussed the digital and sustainability landscapes in Indonesia, business and investment opportunities in Malaysia, and green investments in Thailand. Notable attendees included Indonesia and Thailand Ambassadors and Malaysia High Commissioner to Singapore, Indonesia Deputy Minister for Investment Mr Nurul Ichwan and Secretary General of Thailand Board of Investment Mr Narit Therdsteerasukdi. 

11. The event attracted more than 500 government leaders and C-suite executives from across the region, affirming its status as a premier forum for advancing regional economic dialogue and partnerships.

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About the ASEAN Conference

Launched in 2015, the ASEAN Conference is an annual signature event that brings together key decision makers from both the private and public sectors predominately in ASEAN to examine various business and investment-related topics with the vision to help the regional business communities tackle challenges, explore opportunities and concretise deals in ASEAN and beyond. Organised by Singapore Business Federation and jointly supported by United Overseas Bank, Rajah & Tann Asia and RSM Singapore as founding partners, the ASEAN Conference is a premium conference that features high-level speakers from Singapore and other ASEAN states to offer insights and contribute to the dynamic growth and development in ASEAN.

About Singapore Business Federation

As the apex business chamber, the Singapore Business Federation (SBF) champions the interests of the business community in Singapore in trade, investment and industrial relations. Nationally, SBF acts as the bridge between the government and businesses in Singapore to create a conducive business environment. Internationally, SBF represents the business community in bilateral, regional and multilateral fora for the purpose of trade expansion and business networking. For more information, please visit: www.sbf.org.sg

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DJI Launches Beginner-Friendly Camera Drone Series with Lito X1 and Lito 1

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Creators now have an accessible option for filming high-quality aerial photography while flying safely with omnidirectional obstacle sensing.

SHENZHEN, China, April 26, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — DJI, the global leader in civilian drones and creative camera technology, today launches the Lito series. Designed for aspiring creators exploring aerial photography for the first time, this new lineup of entry-level aerial camera drones makes high-altitude aerial photography accessible and beginner-friendly from day one. With its affordable price point and well-rounded features, the Lito X1 and Lito 1 strike the perfect balance between high performance and value. It’s an ideal camera drone for young newcomers to aerial photography who want to capture campus life, outdoor adventures, and creative moments without compromise.

Leading the range, the premium Lito X1 features a 1/1.3″ CMOS sensor with 48MP effective pixels for lifelike detail capture. It’s equipped with advanced 5-lux omnidirectional obstacle sensing and forward-facing LiDAR for enhanced precision—ensuring safer flight in complex environments. The intelligent filming tools, such as ActiveTrack, QuickShots, MasterShots, Hyperlapse, and Panorama, lower the learning curve and ensure professional results from a creator’s first takeoff. Meanwhile, the Lito 1 offers a 1/2″ CMOS 48MP sensor and comprehensive 5-lux omnidirectional obstacle sensing, bringing safety and tracking capabilities to an even more accessible package.

Smarter Sensing for Safer Flying

The Lito Series features a multi-layered safety system designed with beginners in mind. The built-in omnidirectional vision system actively avoids obstacles like cliffs, and walls, allowing creators to focus on the joy of flying from takeoff to landing. The premium Lito X1 takes this a step further, enhanced with forward-facing LiDAR for highly precise perception in complex environments.

Captures Crisp Imaging, Rich in Detail

The Lito Series makes it possible to capture stunning visuals – from rich daytime details to clean, low-noise nightscapes. Lito 1 is equipped with a 1/2-inch CMOS sensor and an f/1.8 aperture to capture up to 8K-resolution photos and 4K-resolution video, retaining crisp detail even when zoomed or cropped. The premium Lito X1 uplevels the camera with a 1/1.3-inch CMOS sensor and an f/1.7 aperture, supporting HDR video recordings with up to 14 stops of dynamic range and 10-Bit D-Log M. 

Get High-Quality Shots with ActiveTrack and Smart Modes

The Lito Series delivers stable subject tracking via ActiveTrack, even at speeds up to 12 m/s. Combined with QuickShots, MasterShots, Hyperlapse, and Panorama modes, beginners can automatically execute complex camera moves and capture high-quality footage with ease.

Fly Farther with a Stable View

The Lito Series offers up to 36 minutes of flight time with the standard Intelligent Flight Battery. It also features wind resistance up to 10.7 m/s, allowing the camera drone to hover and fly stably in windy conditions.

Create with Ease and Efficiency

With QuickTransfer, files can be transferred up to 50 MB/s via Wi-Fi 6. Additionally, the premium Lito X1 includes 42GB of internal storage.

Price and Availability

DJI Lito 1 and DJI Lito X1 are available for order starting today through store.dji.com and authorized retailers. Pricing and configurations are as follows: 

DJI Lito 1

DJI Lito 1 retails for 339 EURDJI Lito 1 Fly More Combo (DJI RC-N3) retails for 479 EUR

DJI Lito X1

DJI Lito X1 retails for 419 EURDJI Lito X1 Fly More Combo (DJI RC 2) retails for 579 EUR

DJI Care Refresh

DJI Care Refresh, the comprehensive protection plan for DJI products, is now available for DJI Lito 1. The replacement service covers accidental damage, including flyaway, collisions and water damage. For a small additional charge, you can have your damaged product replaced if an accident occurs.

DJI Care Refresh (1-Year Plan) includes up to two replacements in one year. DJI Care Refresh (2-Year Plan) includes up to four replacements in two years. Other services of DJI Care Refresh include official Warranty and free shipping. For a full list of details, please visit: https://www.dji.com/support/service/djicare-refresh

For more information, please refer to:
https://www.dji.com/lito-x1
https://www.dji.com/lito-1

1 All data was measured using a production model of the DJI Lito 1 and DJI Lito X1 in a controlled environment; actual experience may vary. For more information, please refer to https://www.dji.com/lito-x1 and https://www.dji.com/lito-1

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Silicon Valley Stars Gather for Dreame’s San Francisco Debut

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SAN FRANCISCO, April 25, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Dreame Technology, a global high-end technology company, confirmed the guest lineup for DREAME NEXT, the company’s largest-ever international launch event, running April 27 to 30, 2026, in San Francisco. The roster brings together figures who have shaped the trajectory of autonomous driving, personal computing, and professional sports: Sebastian Thrun, Steve Wozniak, and Dwyane Wade will all attend.

The breadth of expertise on the guest list reflects the reach of DREAME NEXT itself. Over four days, Dreame will stage product launches across smart mobility, smart home appliances, personal devices, and premium personal care, the first time a single event from the company has spanned its full product ecosystem. The event is organized around five themed segments: Drive Next, Living Next, Connect Next, Self Next, and Humanity Next.

Over the course of the four-day launch event, DREAME NEXT will bring together leading voices from across technology, academia, investment, and innovation to explore the next stage of industry transformation. Discussions will center on how AI-driven applications are reshaping products from the ground up, whether the age of AI requires products to be fundamentally reimagined, how intelligent technologies will redefine the foundations of manufacturing productivity, and what the next decade of human technological evolution may look like.

Featured speakers include AI pioneer Sebastian Thrun (Google X, Udacity), tech futurist Robert Scoble (Microsoft), Meta design leader Julie Zhuo, AI strategist William Fong (Microsoft), and business veteran James W. Keyes (7-Eleven, Blockbuster). The lineup also features Turing Award winner David Patterson, NASA rocket scientist Sylvia Acevedo, Stanford GSB’s Yossi Feinberg, economist Barry Eichengreen, tech journalist Rebecca A. Fannin, engineering leader Jim Chen, and Fremont Mayor Emeritus Lily Mei, alongside former Google DeepMind AI researchers and the co-founders of Robot Launch. These global leaders will share insights on AI, technology, innovation, economics, and entrepreneurship.

Demonstrating Dreame’s growing global influence, the event will also welcome standout guests from beyond the technology sector, including Apple co-founder and personal computing pioneer Steve Wozniak; and three-time NBA champion Dwyane Wade.

The guests in attendance at DREAME NEXT reflect where the company is headed; that leaders from autonomous driving, personal computing, and professional sports are all in the same room for a single company’s launch event speaks to the scale and ambition of what Dreame is building. DREAME NEXT is not just a product launch but the opening chapter of the company’s next ten years.

Dreame’s product portfolio now spans categories that, until recently, belonged to entirely separate industries. DREAME NEXT is designed to demonstrate that these categories are connected by core technologies, including high-speed motors, intelligent algorithms, and bionic robotic arms, which are now being applied across smart mobility, personal devices, home appliances, and personal care. It represents not only the next generation of products and lifestyles, but also the beginning of Dreame’s vision for the next decade.

DREAME NEXT runs April 27 to 30, 2026, in San Francisco. Media, partners, and invited guests are welcome to attend.

Please stay tuned for the latest updates from the event through the official website or the social accounts on X: @DreameGlobal, Facebook: Dreame Tech, and Instagram: @dreame_tech.

About Dreame Technology

Founded in 2017, Dreame Technology is a global high-end technology brand built on a foundation of high-speed digital motors, intelligent algorithms, and bionic robotic arms. The company’s product portfolio spans smartphones, smart vehicles, smart home appliances, intelligent cleaning appliances, outdoor smart devices, and personal care, designed to simplify daily life and give users more time for what matters. Dreame operates in more than 120 countries and regions with over 6,500 offline stores and serves more than 42 million households globally. As of December 31, 2025, the company has filed more than 10,000 patents worldwide and holds over 3,000 granted patents.

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WisPaper Enables Parallel Scientific Exploration, Moving Research Beyond Sequential Workflows

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SINGAPORE, April 25, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — WisPaper, an AI-powered academic research agent, today introduced a new approach to scientific workflows that supports concurrent research execution. The development addresses a longstanding constraint in research—the reliance on sequential, step-by-step processes—by enabling multiple lines of inquiry to progress in parallel, allowing researchers to expand both the speed and scope of exploration.

Breaking the Limits of Sequential Research

Traditional research follows a linear structure, where literature review, hypothesis formation, experimentation, and validation are carried out sequentially. This model limits researchers to advancing a single direction, as each stage requires manual effort.

WisPaper shifts this structure by reducing dependencies between stages. Tasks that once required sequencing can now proceed more independently, allowing different research threads to move forward without waiting for earlier steps.

Enabling Concurrent Exploration

With this approach, WisPaper supports a more parallel mode of research. Researchers can initiate multiple hypotheses or problem statements simultaneously, while the system advances processes such as literature analysis, experimental setup, and result generation across these directions.

This enables a higher density of exploration within the same time frame. Instead of focusing on a single hypothesis over an extended period, researchers can evaluate multiple possibilities, compare outcomes, and adjust direction more efficiently.

Redefining the Researcher’s Role

As execution becomes less constrained by manual coordination, the role of the researcher shifts toward higher-level decision-making. Researchers can focus on defining questions, setting priorities, and interpreting results across multiple ongoing investigations.

This model mirrors how larger research teams operate, where parallel efforts are coordinated toward shared objectives. By enabling similar capabilities at the individual level, WisPaper expands how research can be structured and managed.

Implications for Knowledge Production

Parallel exploration introduces a different rhythm to scientific work. By allowing more research paths to be tested within a given period, it may influence how quickly new findings emerge, particularly in areas where validation is time-intensive.

As research workflows continue to evolve, approaches that balance depth with broader exploration may play an increasing role in shaping how knowledge is produced.

About WisPaper

WisPaper is an AI-powered academic research agent designed as a full-chain research accelerator. It supports literature retrieval, analysis, experiment design, execution, and paper writing within a unified workflow, helping researchers manage complex scientific tasks more efficiently across disciplines. For more information, visit http://wispaper.ai/?utm_source=news.

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