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Taiyo Kogyo Corporation will sponsor Project EXPO SAUNA TAIYO’s TSUBOMI

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Expo 2025, Osaka, Kansai, Japan (Osaka-Kansai Expo) Organizers Event | Co-creation Space that Embodies a More Flexible and Brighter Society in the Future, which the Taiyo Group Aims to Realize

OSAKA, Japan, Sept. 25, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Taiyo Kogyo Corporation (Taiyo Kogyo, Tokyo Head Office: Setagaya-ku, Tokyo; Osaka Head Office: Yodogawa-ku, Osaka City, President: Yuki Nohmura) specializes in large-scale membrane structures (tent structures) and civil engineering and logistics materials. The company is pleased to announce that it will sponsor SAUNA TAIYOs TSUBOMI of EXPO 2025 Osaka, Kansai, Japan, as a Silver Partner. SAUNA TAIYOs TSUBOMI, hosted at the Green World area of the Osaka-Kansai Expo, will be located at the western end of the venue facing Osaka Bay. Situated in the waterfront with an open atmosphere, the facility will enable visitors to enjoy the sauna experience for the future based on synesthesia and feel the ideal relationships between themselves and others and between people and the earth.

Design Concept

TAIYOs TSUBOMI has been designed as a sauna where visitors can feel the theme of the Osaka-Kansai Expo “Designing Future Society for Our Lives.” The facility features a beautiful, vibrant design in which petal-like air membrane cushions come together to form a single bud (TSUBOMI) and stretch towards the sun (TAIYO). Carried by the sea, plants, and air, the sun’s energy pours down on TAIYOs TSUBOMI. The concept is nature energy filling a space created by a delicate yet powerful membrane, harmonizing our minds and bodies, and helping us return to our origins as human beings. During the event, approximately 15,000 people will be able to enjoy the sauna in swimsuits in the space covered in ETFE film,* which allows natural light to pass through.

The Taiyo Group, which is engaged in all the processes from design, production, installation, and operation, will provide an entirely new “co-creation” space that will embody a “more flexible” and “brighter” society in the future, which the company strives to achieve.

The structure of TAIYOs TSUBOMI features a tetrahedral shape made up of a minimal aluminum frame, ETFE film and air, which presents a new way of using ETFE film. To enable the facility to be reused in a new location after the Osaka-Kansai Expo is over, the company has ensured that the structure can be deflated for compact storage and has designed the foundation with consideration given to its easy relocation.

*ETFE film: A high-performance fluororesin made with fluororesin rolled into film. Featuring lightweight, high durability and transparency, the film is attracting attention as a glass alternative that can be used to create new architectural expressions.

Symbolize the Progresses of Taiyo Kogyo and the Expo

In 1970, the first Expo in Japan was held in Osaka with the theme “Progress and Harmony for Mankind.”  At that Expo, Taiyo Kogyo became the first in the world to realize a large scale low-rise air-membrane structure, the principles of which were later adopted for the Tokyo Dome, in the American Pavilion. Approximately 90% of the tent structures at the venue in those days were made by Taiyo Kogyo, which marked the start of tents being recognized worldwide as new structures rather than items simply used for shade. While Taiyo Kogyo provides support for the tent structures of various facilities at Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai, TAIYOs TSUBOMI is the first project that the company has decided to sponsor.

Comments from Yuki Nohmura, President, Taiyo Kogyo Corporation

Our company’s growth began with Japan World Exposition Osaka 1970. For Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai, which will be held under the theme “Designing Future Society for Our Lives,” we have decided to sponsor the TAIYOs TSUBOMI project with the hope of reciprocating, even if just a little, to the Expo, which has supported our growth.

By continuing to pursue the possibilities of membranes, spaces, and experiences, the Taiyo Group aims to maximize the possibilities of people and the earth and “Make the world more flexible. Create a brighter future.”  We hope that this project will be a catalyst for humanity and nature to resonate together under the sun, regardless of race, language, age, gender, or nationality, and for a noble future to blossom.

Bring Together the Taiyo Group’s Solutions

The Taiyo Group was founded in 1922 as Nomura Tent Shokai, and then restarted in the ruins of post-war Japan, with only a sewing machine and a pair of scissors being available. The group has created unique products by taking advantage of the characteristics of membrane materials, and has brought membrane technology to fruition. In step with the expansion of its operation fields, Taiyo Kogyo Corp. has established TSP Taiyo Inc., an event production and consulting company, and Actio Corp., an event and facility management company. These three companies form the current corporate group that originated from Nomura Tent Shokai. TSP Taiyo has a track record of operating sauna facilities, such as “Tik Tok teamLab Reconnect: Art with Rinkan Sauna,” an exhibition held in 2021 in Roppongi, Tokyo. For TAIYOs TSUBOMI, the Taiyo Group will marshal all its forces from design, production, and installation to operation to present the group’s solutions.

Overview of TAIYOs TSUBOMI

  •   Project       EXPO SAUNA TAIYOs TSUBOMI, Organized by the Organizer of the Osaka-Kansai Expo

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   • Venue

Green World, Expo Venue

   • Organizer

Japan Association for the 2025 World Exposition

   • Sponsorship

Taiyo Kogyo Corporation

   •  Period

April 13, 2025 – October 13, 2025

   •  Attendance forecast

Approximately 15,000 people

   •  Scale

(Building area): 179.43㎡ (Total floor area): 160.83㎡

   •  Structure

Administration building, rest area (steel construction), sauna building, cold bath building, relaxation lounge building (aluminum construction)

   •  Design

KOMPAS, TSP Taiyo Inc., Taiyo Kogyo Corp.

   •   Installation

TSP Taiyo Inc., Taiyo Kogyo Corp.

Taiyo Kogyo Corp.

Taiyo Kogyo is a leading company in the field of large membrane structures, which are economical, easy to install, transparent, and well-designed. “We pursue the infinite possibilities of membranes to provide our customers with an inspiring and comfortable environment.” Based on this management philosophy, we are expanding our business into the environmental field and other areas to support the safety and security of society.

TAIYO GROUP
The group consists of three companies: Taiyo Kogyo Corp., TSP Taiyo Inc., and Actio Corp.
The Taiyo Group was founded in 1922 as Nomura Tent Shokai, and then restarted in the ruins of post-war Japan, with only a sewing machine and a pair of scissors being available. Since its founding, the group has been striving to contribute to society as much as possible and inspire as many people as possible. This has motivated the group to bring unique products to the world by taking advantage of the characteristics of membrane materials. For the Japan World Exposition, Osaka, 1970, the group was involved in the installation and operation of large-scale pavilions by leveraging its membrane technology. This process was followed by the formation of the current group of the three companies, including TSP Taiyo and Actio, with their roots coming from Nomura Tent Shokai. On the occasion of the 100th anniversary of its founding, the group reaffirmed its determination to continue to pursue the possibilities of membranes, spaces, and experiences while increasing synergy among the three companies. The group will continue to strive to “make the world more flexible” and “create a brighter future.” 

<Contact for Inquiries>

Public Relations Department, Taiyo Kogyo Corp.: Tel. 06-6306-3033

 

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LianLian Global and PayPal Power Cross-Border Payouts for Social Commerce, Marketplace, and eCommerce Customers

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Social commerce, marketplaces and eCommerce players served by LianLian Global can now pay creators, influencers, developers, and independent contractors directly to their PayPal and Venmo wallets.

NEW YORK, Oct. 22, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — LianLian Global  today announced it has partnered with PayPal (NASDAQ: PYPL) to enable its social commerce, marketplace and e-commerce clients to send payouts directly to PayPal accounts globally and to Venmo accounts in the U.S.

The creator and gig economy runs on fast, low-friction payouts. Brands are expected to spend $32.6 billion on creators in 2026 and roughly 50 million people worldwide create content professionally or semi-professionally (Gigapay Global Creator Economy Report 2026). Many of these recipients already hold a PayPal or Venmo account: PayPal had over 400 million active accounts across approximately 200 markets at the end of Q2 2026, and Venmo reached 67 million monthly active accounts in Q4 2025.

Paypal Payouts is live in 96 global markets and 24 currencies. It allows merchants to send to any email address, mobile number, or Venmo user handle, with or without an existing PayPal or Venmo account.

To support enterprises expanding globally, LianLian Global provides digital payment services including pay-in, pay-out, acquiring, foreign exchange, virtual cards and payment aggregation. To date, its parent company Lianlian DigiTech has served more than 13.3 million clients. Its services reach more than 200 countries and regions, support transactions and settlement in more than 140 currencies, and connect with more than 180 global e-commerce platforms.

The partnership combines LianLian Global’s cross-border collection, FX and compliance infrastructure with PayPal’s global wallet network. Key offerings include:

Pay to PayPal: Payouts from LianLian Global clients to PayPal account holders in 96 markets, using only the recipient’s email or phone numberPay to Venmo: Domestic U.S. payouts to Venmo users, including creators, influencers and independent contractorsPayPal Payouts for Platforms: Mass disbursements for social commerce, marketplaces and affiliate platforms paying large numbers of sellers, creators and contractorsSpeed to settle: Save time and money by eliminating check runs and postage; no need for routing numbers and bank accounts.

Sandra Lam, Deputy CEO of US at LianLian Global: “Social commerce is creating a new economy, where creators, influencers and independent sellers drive discovery and sales alongside the platforms they sell on. Paying these participants fast, across borders and in small amount is what powers the network effect of social commerce. We see our work with Paypal as a key step in building the payout rails for the global gig economy.”

The collaboration expands LianLian Global’s payout coverage and supports its growth in the U.S. and global markets as cross-border platforms scale their creator and contractor programs.

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Crab2B Debuts as Hong Kong’s First Dedicated B2B Platform for Mobile Electronics

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HONG KONG, Oct. 23, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — With the global population surpassing 8 billion, mobile electronics have become essential to modern life, with smartphones now used by billions of people. Across approximately 13,861 cities worldwide, electronics wholesalers play a vital role in the supply chain. Among the world’s three major wholesale hubs for digital electronics, Dubai serves the Middle East and Africa, Miami connects markets across Latin America, and Hong Kong draws strength from its unique position linking mainland China with global markets. According to Hong Kong Customs data, re-exports of used mobile phones from Hong Kong reached 51.5 million units in 2025, while the total value of electronics exports hit HK$3.9216 trillion. Yet despite its value running into the trillions of Hong Kong dollars, it has long lacked a dedicated online platform.

Crab2B was created to fill this gap as Hong Kong’s first B2B platform dedicated to mobile electronics. Inspired by Alibaba’s online B2B marketplace model, the platform focuses on consumer electronics, bringing together hundreds of thousands of buyers and sellers worldwide and enabling them to connect directly.

Crab2B covers a broad range of products, including smartphones, tablets, laptops and other smart devices. Listings span brand-new and used devices, as well as certified pre-owned (CPO) and as-is products. The platform also connects buyers and suppliers with service providers offering product inspection, international logistics and repair services. Users can search for products by brand and model, while all merchants undergo rigorous verification before joining the platform. With these safeguards in place, Crab2B is designed to meet the needs of businesses across the value chain, protect the interests of both buyers and sellers, and facilitate mutually beneficial transactions.

Building on Hong Kong’s established trading network, Crab2B made its debut at the HKICEC Global Mobile Exchange Pavilion during the Global Sources Hong Kong Shows, held at AsiaWorld-Expo from October 18 to 21, 2026, where it also launched the Crab2B app. Looking ahead, Crab2B will remain firmly rooted in Hong Kong while expanding its global reach, continuing to refine the platform to deliver a smarter, more comprehensive digital marketplace for mobile electronics. By helping international buyers identify suitable suppliers, simplifying cross-border sourcing and reducing transaction costs, Crab2B aims to support the continued growth of Hong Kong’s digital trade sector and contribute to the city’s long-term prosperity and stability.

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AiMOGA Launches Global Robot Innovation: Mobo Debuts from Wuhu, Empowering Homes and Businesses

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KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia, Oct. 23, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — AiMOGA Robotics has officially launched Mobo, its first consumer-grade humanoid family companion robot, marking a new chapter in intelligent living for Malaysian households and enterprises. Unveiled globally from AiMOGA’s headquarters in Wuhu, China, during a joint international users summit with its sister brands, this groundbreaking product reflects the company’s commitment to worldwide innovation and technological excellence.

Standing 0.9 meters tall with 22 degrees of freedom, Mobo supports over 20 languages—including Bahasa Malaysia—and delivers rich, personalized interactions. Designed for family life, it offers children interactive learning, storytelling, and object recognition, while providing elders with conversational companionship and customizable reminders. Powered by MoAgent, AiMOGA’s embodied intelligence system, Mobo features a dual-brain architecture enabling real-time responses, multi-tasking capabilities, and adaptive learning through facial recognition and secure MogaCloud integration.

Peng Xia, AiMOGA Robotics Executive Vice President, said Mobo’s spatial perception, interaction, execution, decision-making, and cognition layers form a perception-decision-execution-feedback loop. Spatial memory enables object retrieval, while social navigation recognizes pedestrian paths and interaction zones. Multimodal technologies coordinate language, facial expressions, and movement for natural interaction.

Beyond home use, Mobo shows strong potential in professional settings—from customer service to logistics—supporting AiMOGA’s vision of integrating robotics into everyday workflows.

Since its debut in August 2026, Mobo has attracted over 10,000 prospective users. Thirty-five were selected as Global User Experience Officers, receiving one year of complimentary use to help shape future improvements.

At the event, Guibin Zhang, AiMOGA Robotics General Manager, outlined strategies in R&D, cost optimization, sales and leasing. The “Platform Institute + Scenario Institute” model drives validation for bipedal, quadruped, and wheeled robots. Plans include 300 global experience centers and “Jia Tian Xia”, a robot leasing brand launching in Wuhu. Leveraging Chery’s manufacturing and platform resources enhances cost efficiency and scalability.

Notably, AiMOGA’s impact in Malaysia is amplified through strategic collaboration with sister brands Chery, OMODA & JAECOO, iCAUR, and LEPAS. Their partnership extends far beyond vehicle showrooms and daily operations—jointly developing integrated smart ecosystems that span mobility, retail, smart offices, and connected living.

As part of a global rollout with over 3,000 units deployed across 60+ markets, this initiative aims to bring intelligent, accessible robotics to more Malaysian families and businesses—enhancing productivity, convenience, and quality of life.

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