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Sophia Space Selects Apex to Power RealTime Computing in Orbit

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PASADENA, Calif., June 23, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Sophia Space, Inc.,  a leader in space-based edge computing, today announced it has selected Apex,  the leading supplier of productized satellite platforms, to supply a satellite bus to bring real-time orbital computing to enterprise, government, and defense customers.

Sophia Space will fly one of Apex’s Nova bus platforms for a demo mission in 2027, demonstrating Sophia Space’s TILE (Thermal Integrated LEO Edge) compute modules.  

The  deal comes at a pivotal moment, as the volume of data generated in orbit grows, driven by new constellations designed to deliver persistent Earth observation, communications, security, and scientific insights. Traditional approaches, reliant on downlinking petabytes of data to ground stations, simply cannot keep pace with mission-critical timelines, making a new layer of on orbit edge processing essential.

“This is a force multiplier for Sophia Space’s mission to bring orbital computing mainstream,” said Rob DeMillo, CEO and Co-Founder of Sophia Space. “With Apex as our strategic bus supplier, we’re bringing computing into orbit where it’s needed most. This isn’t just about faster data. It’s about enabling satellites to make intelligent decisions autonomously, accelerating innovation across defense, commercial space, and Earth observation industries.”

“Apex was built to power innovative space missions, helping teams move from breakthrough technology to operational spacecraft faster,” said Ian Cinnamon, CoFounder & CEO of Apex. “Sophia’s vision for real-time orbital computing is exactly the kind of mission our Nova platform is designed to support, giving them a reliable, scalable path to bring edge computing capabilities to orbit.”

The announcement fast-forwards Sophia’s on-orbit success, closing a critical gap in the emerging space-based edge computing market, enabling faster responses in national defense, disaster management, Earth observation, and commercial operations where latency and bandwidth are limiting factors.

“We’re building the backbone for the next era of space-to-space and space-to-Earth infrastructure,” added Leon Alkalai, CTO and Founder of Sophia Space. “With Apex as a collaborator, satellites become autonomous computing hubs, able to act on data the moment it’s generated.”

Open for Engagement

Organizations across defense, space, energy, and emergency response sectors are invited to explore partnership and deployment opportunities as orbital computing moves from concept to commercial reality.

About Sophia Space Inc.
Sophia Space is building the future of orbital computing and in-space data centers. Its modular TILE (Thermal-Integrated LEO Edge) technology enables passive computing alongside in-situ data processing, AI acceleration, and edge computing for satellites, defense systems, and commercial space stations—dramatically reducing latency and delivering actionable insights where and when they are needed. Learn more at www.sophia.space

About Apex Apex is the world’s leading manufacturer of productized, configurable satellite bus platforms designed to meet the demands of the rapidly expanding space industrial base. Founded in 2022 by Ian Cinnamon and Max Benassi, Apex manufactures scalable spacecraft solutions for both commercial and government customers. The company set a world record with its first satellite bus as the fastest clean-sheet design to production spacecraft operating in space. Backed by some of the country’s leading investors, Apex is committed to accelerating space innovation through high-rate manufacturing of productized, reliable satellite platforms that enable the next generation of critical constellations. Learn more at www.apexspace.com

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TVU’s Multi-Solution Approach Powers Live Coverage of South Korea’s 2026 Local Elections

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An integrated acquisition, transmission, and distribution pipeline delivered seamless real-time coverage nationwide

CUPERTINO, Calif., June 23, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — On June 3, 2026, South Korea held its 9th local elections, with more than 44 million voters nationwide casting ballots—one of the country’s largest national elections in recent years. To support real-time media coverage of this major political event, TVU Networks deployed a fully integrated, three-part solution—TVU One live broadcast backpacks, the TVU Anywhere mobile broadcasting app, and the TVU Grid IP routing and distribution system—forming a complete technical pipeline spanning on-site acquisition, mobile transmission, and multi-point distribution.

On election day, more than 200 TVU One backpacks were in active use across the country, from Seoul to Jeju Island, covering polling stations, vote-counting centers, and the campaign headquarters of each party’s candidates. Of these, 50 units were supplied through TVU’s rental fleet, with the remainder drawn from broadcasters’ own inventories—a clear reflection of how widely TVU One has been adopted by South Korea’s media organizations. Built on next-generation ISX multi-network bonding technology, TVU One can aggregate up to 12 simultaneous network connections, while its adaptive algorithm dynamically reallocates bandwidth across links. Combined with intelligent HEVC encoding and FEC error correction, it maintained stable, low-latency, high-bandwidth transmission even in the congested network conditions around polling and counting sites.

To cover dispersed polling locations and on-the-street interviews, frontline reporters were equipped with mobile devices running the TVU Anywhere app, which aggregates cellular and WiFi signals to turn an ordinary smartphone into a professional broadcasting terminal. Its dual-camera mode allowed reporters to use a phone’s front and rear cameras simultaneously, presenting both the reporter and the interviewee in picture-in-picture or split-screen views and adding richer visual dimension to the coverage.

All field signals were transmitted in real time to each broadcaster’s Seoul studio center, where—after live switching and graphics packaging—the final program was distributed via TVU Grid to stations nationwide and to overseas partner media, achieving ultra-low-latency synchronized delivery without relying on traditional satellite or dedicated fiber links. TVU has supported live coverage of South Korea’s national elections many times; with this proven product combination once again deployed in the field, TVU continues to provide reliable technical assurance for media organizations covering major news events.

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Sungrow Master 2026 Advances Installer Excellence for a Stronger Solar Industry in the Philippines

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MAKATI, Philippines, June 23, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Sungrow, the globally leading PV inverter and energy storage system provider successfully concluded the Sungrow Master — Installation Skill Competition 2026 Philippines Station, bringing together more than 2,000 solar installers and industry partners in Southeast Asia. The nationwide technical competition is designed to enhance solar installation quality, technical capability, and professional certification in the Philippines.

As one of Southeast Asia’s fastest-growing solar markets, the Philippines faces challenges including extreme weather conditions, grid stability constraints, and a shortage of skilled installation professionals. Sungrow Master aims to help address these gaps by providing structured technical training, hands-on learning, and standardized installation guidance.

Over several months, participants completed training covering product knowledge, installation, commissioning, maintenance, and troubleshooting, supported by online learning sessions, community engagement, and offline roadshows. The campaign also generated over 200 authentic user-generated cases, showcasing real-world Sungrow installations across the region.

The competition concluded with a Grand Final held in Makati City, where 30 top installers were evaluated through written tests and hands-on installation challenges assessing safety, speed, accuracy, and overall technical performance. Several participants were also awarded the “Master Installer” title and received official Sungrow certification in recognition of their technical excellence.

“Sungrow products are very user-friendly, and the technical support and service teams are very responsive and supportive. It is clear that everyone involved is highly dedicated to advancing its technology,” said Aijhalon Auxtero, Champion of the Sungrow Master Installation Competition Philippines.

“This competition is very meaningful for us as installers. It provides a great platform to demonstrate our installation skills using Sungrow products and to exchange experience with other professionals in the industry. We are also proud to be part of a program supported by a leading global brand like Sungrow.”

“Behind every high-performing solar system is a skilled installer who ensures quality, safety, and long-term reliability. Through Sungrow Master, we are investing in the people who bring clean energy projects to life every day,” said Ray Xu, APAC Channel Business Manager.

“This program goes beyond competition. It equips installers with practical skills, standardized technical knowledge, and professional certification. By strengthening installation capabilities across the Philippines, Sungrow aims to support safer systems, higher efficiency, and greater long-term value for all participants across the solar ecosystem.”

Sungrow will continue expanding installer training and certification programs globally, supporting the development of a more skilled workforce and the transition toward a sustainable energy future.

CONTACT:
Luly Wang
luly.wang@sungrow-hq.com
+86 15618330862

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World Economic Forum and Tencent Cloud Collaborate to Enhance the Digital Experience for Summer Davos 2026 in Dalian

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Powering a Global Gathering of Leaders and Change‑Makers with Seamless Digital Experiences

DALIAN, China, June 23, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Tencent Cloud, the cloud business of global technology company Tencent, today announced that it is collaborating with the World Economic Forum’s Annual Meeting of the New Champions, also known as “Summer Davos.” The event will bring together more than 1,700 global leaders in Dalian, China, from June 23 to 25, 2026.

Through reliable live streaming and broadcast-grade signal transmission powered by Tencent Cloud, together with the Forum’s first official Weixin/WeChat Mini Program, this collaboration will enhance the connected experience for attendees in Dalian and enable audiences worldwide to follow key sessions and discussions.

Building a Secure and Scalable Digital Experience

Leveraging its global cloud infrastructure, Tencent Cloud will support Summer Davos through a suite of media and acceleration technologies designed to deliver high-quality digital experiences for participants and audiences in China.

Tencent Cloud’s Cloud Streaming Services (CSS) will enable live streaming across 4 channels 53 forum sessions, providing stable, low-latency delivery of key sessions and discussions.

Behind the scenes, StreamLink will deliver secure, cross-continental transmission of four primary live feeds between the Dalian venue and the Geneva studio, helping ensure resilient global connectivity throughout the event.

To support instant replay and on-demand viewing, Tencent EdgeOne will provide content delivery acceleration and security capabilities, enabling efficient and secure content distribution to audiences at scale.

Together, these technologies power a secure and scalable digital foundation for Summer Davos, enabling seamless content delivery and audience engagement before, during, and after the event.

Enhancing Engagement through the Weixin/WeChat Ecosystem

Ahead of Summer Davos, the World Economic Forum will launch its first official Weixin/WeChat Mini Program. Powered by Tencent, it will provide participants in Dalian and audiences in China and around the world with convenient access to event information, live content and interactive services.

By bringing the event experience into China’s most widely used super-app ecosystem, the Forum expands access to content and services for local audiences, helping drive deeper engagement.

Poshu Yeung, Senior Vice President of Tencent Cloud and Head of Tencent Cloud International, said, “We are honored to support the World Economic Forum’s Summer Davos 2026 in Dalian. This partnership reflects Tencent Cloud’s commitment to enabling global platforms with secure, scalable, and innovative digital services. By powering the event with EdgeOne and cloud streaming capabilities, we are helping to create a seamless digital environment that helps connect leaders and ideas worldwide.”

About the Partnership

This collaboration marks the beginning of a broader partnership between Tencent and the World Economic Forum. Beyond supporting Summer Davos, the project establishes a foundation for long‑term strategic cooperation and future initiatives that will strengthen the Forum’s activities in China.

About Tencent Cloud:

Tencent Cloud, one of the world’s leading cloud companies, is committed to creating innovative solutions to resolve real-world issues and enabling digital transformation for smart industries. Through our extensive global infrastructure, Tencent Cloud provides businesses across the globe with stable and secure industry-leading cloud products and services, leveraging technological advancements such as cloud computing, Big Data analytics, AI, IoT, and network security. It is our constant mission to meet the needs of industries across the board, including the fields of gaming, media and entertainment, finance, healthcare, property, retail, travel, and transportation. 

About the World Economic Forum

Founded in 1971 and headquartered in Geneva, Switzerland, the World Economic Forum is an independent international non‑profit organization serving as a global platform for public‑private cooperation. In addition to its flagship Annual Meeting in Davos, Switzerland, the Forum organizes Summer Davos in China, which highlights innovation, emerging technologies, entrepreneurship, and industry transformation in dynamic markets.

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