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transcosmos changes 43% of young players’ mindsets through SHIBUYA Good Manner Challenge feat. Fortnite

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Through gaming, raises awareness about social issues among Gen α, Gen Z, and the wider global population—hard-to-reach audience with existing media

TOKYO, April 10, 2025 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — transcosmos, together with EbuAction, has released SHIBUYA CITY BOSS FIGHT on Fortnite on a popular metaverse gaming platform targeting young generations and overseas visitors as part of the SHIBUYA Good Manner Challenge feat. Fortnite, its joint project with EbuAction to support the Shibuya Good Manner Project (no translation available: https://shibuya-good-manner.com/) run by Future Design Shibuya General Incorporated Association, a movement to make Shibuya ward a safe and secure city. The game has attracted many players, and now, four months after the release, total play counts has exceeded 102,000 with a total of 650,000 page views (PV) on all related social media contents.

■Project background
Nuisance behavior such as street drinking, smoking, and littering is a social problem in Shibuya-ward. To address these issues, Future Design Shibuya launched Shibuya Good Manner Project, and is working on diverse activities in partnership with a range of stakeholders. To educate manners to young people and overseas visitors through gaming, transcosmos, together with EbuAction, is running diverse campaigns using Fortnite, such as publishing unique content, offering experiences at sports and entertainment events, holding hackathons, running collaboration events with gaming livestreamers, and more. Through these campaigns, transcosmos aims not only to let target audiences enjoy the gaming experience but also become aware of the city they are in.

■Outcome
1. Total play counts reached 102,000 in four months. Going beyond the language barrier, attracting players worldwide, not only young generations.

With 45,000 play counts recorded on main contents, the total play time reached 14,000 hours with an average of 21 minutes. Players from the U.S. and Europe are joining the game in particular from midnight to early morning, driving up the play counts.19 game titles were published for the Hackathon project with a theme of solving Shibuya’s social issues like littering, creating 19,000 hours of user experience with a play count of 57,000.

2. 43% of young generations showed a shift in mindset to stop littering

At sports and community events, transcosmos set up PR booths for SHIBUYA Good Manner Project, and offered sessions for visitors to experience SHIBUYA Good Manner Challenge feat. Fortnite.43% of young players said “we should not litter” in the post-event surveys, revealing that the gaming experience raised awareness about good manners.

3. YouTube game livestreaming exceeded 650,000 PV

10 influencers with more than 3.5 million registered followers live streamed their gameplays for this project, and recorded over 650,000 PVs. Significantly spreading gaming experience and raising awareness about littering.Partner influencer (example): ZELLFY

@ZELLFY channel URL (no translation available): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WVaZYbPyl4Y
Find other influencers here: https://shibuya-good-manner.com/fortnite/news/238/

■Game overview
Game title SHIBUYA CITY BOSS FIGHT
Island code 5213-7689-0580
Platform Fortnite
Event website https://shibuya-good-manner.com/fortnite

This game is not sponsored, approved, or managed by Epic Games, Inc. The game is an independent Fortnite game content.

There is more to come on this project. Companies and organizations who are interested in collaborating with transcosmos, please contact us.
transcosmos is also offering new, experiential marketing powered by Fortnite and Roblox targeting young generations and overseas users. For more details, please contact us at below.
transcosmos contact: https://www.trans-plus.jp/cotra/metaverse_contact

◆About Fortnite
With more than 500 million registered accounts worldwide, Fortnite is a global platform where players create their own experiences or squad up in the iconic Battle Royale and action-packed Zero Build. Fortnite is an always evolving space where culture lives and players can create, watch, and play alongside a global community with friends. In 2025, Fortnite is collaborating with major league baseball player Shohei Otani, drawing attention around the world.

◆About Future Design Shibuya
Corporate name: Future Design Shibuya General Incorporated
Address: 9F, Shibuya PARCO, 15-1, Udagawa-cho, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo 150-0042 Japan
Business: Based on diversity and inclusion, Future Design Shibuya collects ideas and talents of various people who gather in Shibuya, such as people living in Shibuya, workers, learners, visitors, etc., across domains, and through open innovation, society. It is a full-scale industry-government-academia-private partnership organization that designs solutions and possibilities for issues.
URL: https://fds.or.jp/en/

◆About EbuAction, inc.
Company name: EbuAction, inc.
Address:2-10-34, Kami-Osaki, Shinagawa-Ku, Tokyo 141-0021, Japan
Business: Providing services for businesses to offer solutions on metaverse platforms including Fortnite and Roblox. Co-operating BORDER, a metaverse production studio, with NEIGHBOR Co., Ltd.
URL (no translation available):https://ebuaction.com

transcosmos is a trademark or registered trademark of transcosmos inc. in Japan and other countries.Other company names and product or service names used here are trademarks or registered trademarks of respective companies.

About transcosmos inc.
transcosmos launched its operations in 1966. Since then, we have combined superior “people” with up-to-date “technology” to enhance the competitive strength of our clients by providing them with superior and valuable services. transcosmos currently offers services that support clients’ business processes focusing on both sales expansion and cost optimization through our 182 bases across 36 countries/regions with a focus on Asia, while continuously pursuing Operational Excellence. Furthermore, following the expansion of e-commerce market on the global scale, transcosmos provides a comprehensive One-Stop Global E-Commerce Services to deliver our clients’ excellent products and services to consumers in 46 countries/regions around the globe. transcosmos aims to be the “Global Digital Transformation Partner” of our clients, supporting the clients’ transformation by leveraging digital technology, responding to the ever-changing business environment. Visit us here https://www.trans-cosmos.co.jp/english/

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transcosmos inc., transcosmos inc., +81-3-6709-2251, pressroom@trans-cosmos.co.jp, https://www.trans-cosmos.co.jp/english/

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GEEKOM Targets Korea with High-Performance Mini PCs

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TAIPEI, April 29, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — GEEKOM, a Taiwanese tech company known as the Green Mini PC Global Leader, has announced its strategic focus on South Korea as a major target market in 2025, unveiling multiple cutting-edge models designed to cater to diverse computing needs. This move underscores GEEKOM‘s commitment to expanding its presence in Asia and delivering innovative solutions to tech-savvy consumers.

Mini PCs offer a compact, space-saving alternative to traditional desktop towers, making them ideal for modern workspaces or smaller living environments. Despite their size, mini PCs often deliver impressive performance, integrating advanced processors and storage solutions. They consume less power, reducing electricity bills and environmental impact. Known for their outstanding quality, GEEKOM Mini PCs are popular in markets including USA, Western Europe and Australia.

Most of GEEKOM‘s popular models are now available for purchase on Coupang and Naver, including those recently showcased at CES 2025. Leading the lineup is the fan-favorite GEEOM IT13 2025 Edition, equipped with an Intel Core i9-13900HK processor, dual-channel DDR4-3200MHz RAM and a fast PCIe Gen4 SSD. Thanks to its powerful performance and unmatched versatility, the IT13 2025 Edition is well-suited for all sorts of computing scenarios.

Another high-performance solution is the A8 MAX. Equipped with the AMD Ryzen 9 8945HS processor and Radeon 780M iGPU, it delivers exceptional performance for demanding chores like 4K video editing, graphic design, and multitasking. Its built-in NPU enhances AI-driven applications, offering up to 60% faster performance for compatible software. With dual USB4 ports, the mini PC even supports external GPUs for even greater versatility, perfect for creative professionals and tech enthusiasts seeking top-tier performance in a sleek design.

For budget-conscious users, the GEEKOM A6 provides an affordable yet powerful alternative. Priced below $500, it features AMD’s Ryzen R7-6800H processor and shares many of the A8 Max’s core functionalities, including extensive connectivity and storage options. This model is extremely appealing to users seeking value without compromising on performance.

GEEKOM‘s decision to target South Korea aligns with the country’s reputation as a hub for technological innovation and consumer demand for high-quality electronics. By introducing these models, GEEKOM aims to capture the attention of Korean consumers who prioritize performance, reliability, and cutting-edge design.

As GEEKOM continues to innovate, its focus on Korea signals a promising future for the brand in one of the world’s most dynamic tech markets.

 

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Emeren Group Ltd Announces Appointment of Financial Advisor and Legal Counsel to the Special Committee

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NORWALK, Conn., April 28, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Emeren Group Ltd (“Emeren” or the “Company”) (www.emeren.com) (NYSE: SOL), a leading global solar project developer, owner, and operator, today announced that the special committee (the “Special Committee”) of the Company’s Board of Directors (the “Board”) has retained Kroll, LLC as its independent financial advisor and Morrison & Foerster as its U.S. legal counsel. The Special Committee was formed to evaluate and consider the preliminary non-binding proposal received by the Board on March 17, 2025 (the “Proposal”) as well as other potential strategic alternatives that the Company may pursue.

The Board cautions the Company’s shareholders and others considering trading the Company’s securities that no decisions have been made with respect to the Proposal or any alternative strategic option that the Company may pursue. There can be no assurance that any definitive offer will be received, that any definitive agreement will be executed relating to the transaction contemplated by the Proposal or that any other transaction will be approved or consummated. The Company does not undertake any obligation to provide any updates with respect to any transaction, except as required under applicable law.

About Emeren Group Ltd

Emeren Group Ltd (NYSE: SOL), a renewable energy leader, showcases a comprehensive portfolio of solar projects and Independent Power Producer (IPP) assets, complemented by a significant global Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) capacity. Specializing in the entire solar project lifecycle — from development through construction to financing — we excel by leveraging local talent in each market, ensuring our sustainable energy solutions are at the forefront of efficiency and impact. Our commitment to enhancing solar power and energy storage underlines our dedication to innovation, excellence, and environmental responsibility. For more information, go to www.emeren.com

Safe Harbor Statement

This announcement contains forward-looking statements. These statements are made under the “safe harbor” provisions of the U.S. Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These forward-looking statements can be identified by terminology such as “will,” “expects,” “anticipates,” “future,” “intends,” “plans,” “believes,” “estimates,” “targets, “confident” and similar statements. Among other things, statements that are not historical facts, including statements about Emeren’s beliefs and expectations, the business outlook and quotations from management in this announcement, as well as Emeren’s strategic and operational plans, are or contain forward-looking statements. Emeren may also make written or oral forward-looking statements in its periodic reports to the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, in its periodic reports to shareholders, in press releases and other written materials and in oral statements made by its officers, directors or employees to third parties. All forward-looking statements are based upon management’s expectations at the time of the statements and involve inherent risks and uncertainties. A number of factors could cause actual results to differ materially from those contained in any forward-looking statement, including but not limited to the following: execution of Emeren’s strategies and business plans; growth and trends of the industries in which Emeren operates; market acceptance of Emeren’s products and services; competition in the industries in which Emeren operates; Emeren’s ability to control costs and expenses; Emeren’s ability to retain key personnel and attract new talent; relevant government policies and regulations relating to Emeren’s industry, corporate structure and business operations; seasonality in the business; fluctuations in currencies exchange rates; risks related to acquisitions or investments Emeren has made or will make in the future; accounting adjustments that may occur during the quarterly or annual close or auditing process; and fluctuations in general economic, political, geopolitical and business conditions. Further information regarding these and other risks are included in Emeren’s filings with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. All information provided in this announcement and in the attachments is as of the date of the announcement and based on assumptions that Emeren believes to be reasonable as of this date, and Emeren undertakes no obligation to update any forward-looking statement, except as required under applicable law.

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AI Evolution and Life Sciences: Embracing New Frontiers at Dalton Venture CEO Summit 2025

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 HONG KONG, April 29, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Dalton Venture CEO Summit 2025 , jointly hosted by Dalton Venture and Hong Kong Science and Technology Parks Corporation (HKSTP), successfully concluded at Hong Kong Science Park. The summit brought together over 100 distinguished guests, including government officials, leading scholars, entrepreneurs, and investors from Mainland China, Hong Kong, and beyond, to explore new global opportunities in life sciences innovation.

The event gathered more than 60 entrepreneurs from Dalton Venture’s portfolio companies across cutting-edge sectors such as cell and gene therapy, ophthalmology, AI in healthcare, embodied AI, bio-3D-printing, and cardiovascular technologies.

Uniting Industry, Research, and Capital to Accelerate Globalization

Founding Managing Partner Sun Qi highlighted Hong Kong’s unique advantages as an East-West bridge, with world-class research infrastructure and capital markets. “Dalton Venture sees Hong Kong not only as a gateway to the world but as a convergence point for technology, capital, industry, and vision,” as he said.

Ms. Cheong Man Lei, Lillian, JP, Deputy Secretary for Innovation, Technology and Industry of the Hong Kong SAR Government, delivered a video keynote address. She emphasized Hong Kong’s commitment to becoming an international innovation and technology hub, citing initiatives like the HK$10 billion Research, Academic and Industry Sectors One-plus Scheme. She warmly welcomed more Mainland Chinese enterprises to leverage Hong Kong’s platform for international expansion.

Hong Kong Science Park as a Launchpad for Life Sciences Innovation

Ms. Gracie Ng, Chief of Staff and Acting Chief Corporate Development Officer of HKSTP, also extended a warm welcome. She highlighted HKSTP’s role in cultivating a vibrant life sciences ecosystem through research support, incubation services, and funding channels, including its HK$1 billion corporate venture fund. “We are delighted to host Dalton Venture’s CEO Summit and look forward to deepening collaboration with visionary enterprises.”

Capital Empowering Innovation: Insights from HKEX

Sam S.K. Luk, Vice President (Global Issuer Services) at Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing Limited (HKEX), outlined Hong Kong’s latest initiatives to support biotech and hard-tech enterprises through listing mechanisms like Chapter 18A and 18C. He emphasized that Hong Kong remains a preferred destination for innovative companies seeking global investors, citing recent resilience in the local stock market and continued inflows from Southbound trading under the Stock Connect program.

Thought Leadership on Frontier Technologies

The summit also featured keynote speeches from leading scientists and entrepreneurs.

Professor Lam Hon Ming, Distinguished Professor of Life Sciences at The Chinese University of Hong Kong, and Director of the State Key Laboratory of Agrobiotechnology shared insights on agricultural biotechnology and sustainability.

Professor Sirui Han, representing Professor Guo Yike, Chief Vice President of the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology and Director of the Hong Kong Center for Generative Artificial Intelligence Research and Development, discussed the evolution of large AI models and their transformative impact on life sciences.

Strengthening Cross-Border Innovation Bridges

Prior to the summit, Dalton Venture organized a closed-door dialogue with InvestHK and the Office for Attracting Strategic Enterprises (OASES), connecting over 30 Mainland biotech companies with Hong Kong’s innovation and policy resources. Discussions focused on leveraging Hong Kong as a springboard for global clinical development, regulatory pathways, and international fundraising.

Looking Ahead: Building a Global Innovation Network

Mr. Huang Ning, Founding Partner of Dalton Venture, concluded the summit by reaffirming Dalton’s commitment to empowering entrepreneurs and accelerating the globalization of life sciences innovation.

As innovation continues to reshape the life sciences sector, Dalton Venture remains dedicated to fostering a robust, interconnected ecosystem that links research, capital, and industry across borders — advancing healthcare for a better future.

CONTACT
Name: Lynn Ning
Email: ningx@daltonventure.cn

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