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LG UNVEILS PRICING AND AVAILABILITY OF ‘xboom by will.i.am’ AUDIO PRODUCTS WITH SIGNATURE SOUND AND AI FEATURES

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LG’s New Audio Lineup Delivers Balanced, Vibrant and Immersive Sound Powered by Innovative AI Features Including AI Sound, AI Lighting and AI Calibration

ENGLEWOOD CLIFFS, N.J., April 14, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — LG Electronics (LG) today announced pricing and availability of its highly anticipated lineup of audio products created in partnership with multi-platinum musician and tech entrepreneur, will.i.am. All “xboom by will.i.am” audio products are professionally tuned by will.i.am, delivering the xboom signature sound – characterized by a more balanced audio profile that’s vibrant and immersive. The “xboom by will.i.am” line introduces a family of smart Bluetooth speakers – the xboom Bounce ($199), xboom Grab ($149), and xboom Stage 301 ($299) – all fortified with seamless AI capabilities for a next-level listening experience. The new audio lineup also includes LG’s newest earbuds, the xboom Buds ($109), for ultra-portable listening. The full selection of “xboom by will.i.am” products are now available to purchase at LG.com and LG-authorized retailers.

The LG xboom Bounce, Grab and Stage 301 are fortified with AI capabilities that elevate the listening experience. LG’s new speakers use AI to analyze content and adjust sound for melody, rhythm and voice. The AI Lighting feature keeps the speakers’ bar lights pulsing in multicolored sync for added ambiance. AI Calibration enables the speakers to detect their surroundings and optimize sound, ensuring clear, powerful audio in any environment. Users can also enhance their audio experience with the on-device LE Audio Auracast™ feature which connects multiple xboom units for a synchronized audio output.

Additionally, for the first time ever, LG xboom speakers will feature a dedicated button that allows users to instantly connect to will.i.am’s RAiDiO.FYI platform. This unique feature offers users personalized infotainment content, curated by an AI-powered Radio Host. The RAiDiO.FYI feature is expected to launch later this year, with more details to be announced in the coming months.

The new xboom lineup is spearheaded by the xboom Bounce, which seamlessly blends exceptional audio quality with modern aesthetics. It brings portable sound to a new level with its built-in, up-firing passive radiators, dual dome tweeters and track-type woofer. The Bounce is capable of delivering high-frequency stereo with precise highs and an expanded soundstage, surrounding listeners with enhanced clarity and depth. The name “Bounce” comes from its up-firing passive radiators that visibly bounce in sync with the beat. It incorporates a versatile strap that enables users to hold the speaker securely in one hand, hang it on a hook, or place it on a tabletop. With a water and dust resistance IP67 rating, the xboom Bounce passed 7 military standard tests,1 and its robust built-in battery lasts up to 30 hours.2

The xboom Grab is designed as a take-anywhere audio experience, pairing powerful sound with a compact, travel-friendly design. Despite its slim size, the Grab packs dual passive radiators positioned on both sides of the speaker for dynamic bass and lively sound. As the name “Grab” suggests, this speaker is easily held in one hand for use on the go. It can be placed in many orientations – standing upright, lying on its side, or securely nestled in the cup holder of a car or camping chair, or even in the water bottle cage of a bicycle. It also comes with versatile straps for securing snugly to an arm or slinging over hooks and handles. The Grab also boasts a water and dust resistance IP67 rating and offers up to 20 hours of battery life.3

The xboom Stage 301 is perfect for those who want to turn any space into a vibrant stage. Whether for busking, karaoke, or any indoor or outdoor event, it delivers powerful sound that easily fills large areas. This speaker’s 6.5-inch woofer and dual 2.5-inch midrange drivers, provide rich, full-bodied audio that packs a punch. The Stage 301 features a built-in handle for easy carrying and a clever wedge design that allows flexible positioning for various setups – flat on its base, tilted back, or seated atop a tripod. Highly durable, the xboom Stage 301 has an IPX4 water resistance rating as well as a replaceable battery that lasts up to 11 hours, allowing greater flexibility and uninterrupted listening pleasure.

LG’s xboom Buds offer the unique sound identity of LG xboom by will.i.am – crisp, balanced sound with rich bass, midrange, and trebles. With graphene diaphragms for the drivers, the all-new earbuds deliver precise audio quality to elevate listening pleasure. Designed for comfort and stability, the ergonomic ear tips of the xboom Buds adapt to various ear shapes, while the unique stabilizing fin design provides a snug and stable fit on the go. It offers up to 30 hours of listening time with the support of its charging case, as well as an IPX4 water resistance rating that protects against splashing water.

For information on LG’s “xboom by will.i.am” lineup of audio products, visit LG.com.

1 Passed 7 different MIL-STD 810H Tests for durability conducted by an independent laboratory in U.S. that conforms to U.S. military standards (December 2024). Compliant with the following methods for MIL-STD-810H: Method 506.6 Rain (Procedure III – Drip); Method 501.7 High Temperature (Procedure II – Operation); Method 516.8 Shock (Procedure I – Functional Shock); Method 512.6 Immersion (Procedure I – Immersion); Method 509.7 Salt Fog; Method 510.7 Blowing Dust (Procedure I –  Blowing Dust); Method 514.8, Category 4 – Vibration. Device may not perform as tested in all conditions. Test performed in controlled environment. Do not attempt.
2 Based on internal testing using volume level 50%, Bluetooth on, EQ Voice Enhance mode, and no lighting. Actual battery usage time and performance may vary depending on network connectivity and application use.
3 Based on internal testing using volume level 50%, Bluetooth on, EQ Standard sound mode, and no lighting. Actual battery usage time and performance may vary depending on network connectivity and application use.
The Auracast™ word mark and logos are trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc.

About LG Electronics USA
LG Electronics USA Inc., based in Englewood Cliffs, N.J., is the North American subsidiary of LG Electronics Inc., a smart life solutions company with annual global revenues of more than $60 billion. In the United States, LG sells a wide range of innovative home appliances, home entertainment products, commercial displays, air conditioning systems and vehicle components. LG is an 11-time ENERGY STAR® Partner of the Year. www.LG.com.

About will.i.am
As a creative artist, tech entrepreneur, and the Founder & CEO of FYI (a Web 3.0 AI messenger) will.i.am (William Adams) has been recognized by a CLIO Award, an Emmy Award, nine Grammy Awards, the James C. Morgan Global Humanitarian Award, A TIME 100 Impact Award, the World Economic Forum’s Crystal Award, and an Honorary Fellowship by the Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET). In February 2024 he joined an exclusive group of music artists who have performed at two Super Bowl Halftime Shows (2011-Dallas, 2024-Las Vegas).

He is simultaneously a creative innovation advisor, futurist, multi-platinum Grammy-winning music artist, producer, entertainer, (Coach on “THE VOICE” UK edition for 13 seasons; Host of “THE FYI SHOW” radio program on SiriusXM), and a tech entrepreneur as part of his crossdisciplinary career. He invests in and develops businesses in a range of sectors including the FYI Web 3.0 creativity & productivity tool, automotive, consumer-tech, fashion, food & beverage, software (AI, Natural Language Understanding, Voice Computing) and telecom. Most recently, FYI announced the launch of RAiDiO.FYI – an AI-powered radio platform that turns radio into an interactive experience.

About FYI
FYI is the first AI productivity tool built for creatives, by creatives to turbocharge everyone’s creative potential. Global music artist, innovator, and entrepreneur, will.i.am founded FYI to Focus Your Ideas and revolutionize the way creatives create, collaborate, and monetize content. FYI provides tools to maximize creativity with unique AI personas, file management, project management, enhanced security, and design tools. For details on FYI.AI’s groundbreaking creative and communications messenger tools, visit fyi.ai

Editor’s Note: If your editorial policy requires you to list will.i.am’s given legal name it is William Adams. All other names in wikis and previously published stories are wrong. Please provide this information to your Copy-Editing team and request they make a note in internal databases with will.i.am’s correct legal name.

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Trip.com Group Sincerely Accepts Administrative Penalty Decision Issued by the State Administration for Market Regulation of the People’s Republic of China

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SINGAPORE, July 25, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Trip.com Group Limited (Nasdaq: TCOM; HKEX: 9961) today announced that it has received the administrative penalty decision issued by the State Administration for Market Regulation of the People’s Republic of China.

Trip.com Group sincerely accepts the decision and will adopt rectification measures in accordance with applicable laws and regulations to implement the decision’s requirements. The Company will strengthen its long-term governance mechanisms and strive to contribute to the sustainable development of the travel industry.

Trip.com Group’s management team will host a conference call at 8:00 AM U.S. Eastern Time on July 27, 2026 (or 8:00 PM Hong Kong Time on July 27, 2026).

The conference call will be available on Webcast live at: http://investors.trip.com.

All participants must pre-register to join this conference call using the participant registration link below:
https://register-conf.media-server.com/register/BIb78e08d8f18340c4882a7e4ab961906b.

Upon registration, each participant will receive details for this conference call, including dial-in numbers and a unique access PIN. To join the conference, please dial the number provided, enter your PIN, and you will join the conference instantly.

For further information, please contact:
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NAVER Partners with Brookfield and NVIDIA to Expand Korea’s National AI Factory Infrastructure Buildout

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SAN FRANCISCO, July 25, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — NAVER, Brookfield and NVIDIA announced an expansion of Korea’s sovereign AI factory infrastructure. New investments will increase the initial NVIDIA DSX™ AI factory deployment from 55 megawatts to 200 megawatts.

Announced during Korea President Jae Myung Lee’s AI Summit visit to San Francisco, the planned 200-megawatt expansion will be built with the NVIDIA DSX platform at NAVER’s GAK Sejong hyperscale data center in Sejong, South Korea. The expanded infrastructure will provide Korea- and U.S.- based AI innovators with access to production-scale AI compute for building next-generation models, agents and AI-powered services.

Under the terms of the agreements, Brookfield will fund up to $9 billion as the exclusive capital partner, NVIDIA will invest $1 billion and NAVER will fund the remaining amount to finance the $10 billion project.

This builds on NAVER’s June announcement to extend its GAK Sejong data center with NVIDIA DSX, with a long-term path to gigawatt-scale sovereign AI infrastructure serving Korea’s enterprises, industries, government organizations and global AI cloud customers. Combining Brookfield’s capital with NVIDIA’s computing platform, the investment supports NAVER’s AI factory deployment.

“NVIDIA’s strategic investment and our infrastructure supply agreement with Brookfield have propelled NAVER’s vision for the AI Factory business into a robust execution phase,” said Haejin Lee, Founder and Chairman of NAVER. “Leveraging the solid partnerships with our global partners, we will drive technological innovation, foster a sovereign AI ecosystem, and spearhead efforts to strengthen South Korea’s AI competitiveness.” 

AI Factory Expansion and Open Model Collaboration to Fuel AI Innovators

NAVER, as an NVIDIA Cloud Partner, provides deep expertise in operating hyperscale infrastructure powered by the full-stack NVIDIA AI platform. The 200-megawatt AI factory, featuring NVIDIA Vera Rubin and Blackwell platforms, will establish a dedicated resource pool for emerging AI companies, providing the compute, software and support needed to develop and deploy competitive AI models and applications at scale.

This expanded infrastructure also builds on NAVER and NVIDIA’s collaboration on open model development for agentic and physical AI. NAVER is advancing its HyperCLOVA X models to be based on NVIDIA Nemotron™ 3 Ultra open models with its proprietary data and training expertise. NAVER is also the first Korean company to join the NVIDIA Nemotron Coalition, contributing to open model development across pretraining, post-training and reinforcement learning.

NAVER plans to launch an AI agent platform in Korea in the second half of the year, powered by NVIDIA Agent Toolkit software including NVIDIA NemoClaw™ blueprints. NAVER is also developing a Seoul World Model using proprietary urban street-view and spatial modeling data, built on NVIDIA Cosmos™ world foundation models.

About NAVER

Founded in 1999, NAVER is Korea’s largest Internet company and one of the world’s top tech companies. Leading cutting-edge technologies, NAVER operates the No.1 search engine in Korea and holds various business portfolios encompassing commerce, fintech, cloud, AI and robotics.

NAVER recorded sales of KRW 12.04 trillion (USD 8.18 billion) in 2025. TEAM NAVER continues to enhance its business portfolio and expand its global presence across Japan, North America, and Europe, while pursuing innovation through continuous research and development in future technologies.

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Beijing Review: Walking Through Time: China and U.S. Youths Explore Dali’s Past and Future

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BEIJING, July 24, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — On July 17, a China-U.S. youth delegation came to Dali of Yunnan Province. By examining how Dali’s rich history intersects with modern development, the delegates explored new pathways for rural development.

They visited Dali Old Town, tried their hand at making the Bai people’s Three-Course Tea and also explored the ancient town of Xizhou, where they learned how modern tourism and indigenous life coexist.

In Yunnanyi Village, they explored its history as a stop along the Tea Horse Road and learned about the role it played during the Second World War (WWII).

Tyler James Smith

“I think it’s a very underappreciated part of World War II history. Hearing these stories of different countries working together despite cultural differences is incredibly inspiring.

I also think there are many stories like these that haven’t been widely told, simply because World War II is such a complex period in history. That’s why I think it’s so meaningful to visit museums like this and experience these stories firsthand.”

At Xiangyun Economic and Technological Development Zone, they visited a local new energy company to see how green, low-carbon development is driving regional growth.

Valerie Marie

“I recently started studying energy transitions. I know China has been really big in the renewable energy sector. So actually getting to hear more about [China’s] 2060 [pledge], learning more about carbon neutrality [goals], as well as other zero-carbon goals, was cool.”

During their stay in Dali, they also strolled along the Erhai Lake Ecological Corridor.

Bai Yiwen

“I’d describe this journey as “to be continued,” because my own connection with Yunnan is far from over. For the U.S. delegates, this was only their first visit, so they’ve only had a glimpse of what Yunnan has to offer. I hope they will have more opportunities to come back to China, explore other cities in Yunnan, and discover even more of its people, culture and traditions.”

After Dali, the delegates will visit Beijing for more tours and exchanges. The event was co-hosted by China International Communications Group (CICG) Center for the Americas and the U.S.-based International Student Conferences.

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