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Tencent Cloud and UTM Connect Malaysia’s Emerging AI Talent with Real-World Industry Challenges

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Five-week programme to prepare students for a fast-evolving, more AI-centric job marketCohort empowered with AI tools to solve real world challenges from leading local organisations AmBank, JCorp, Silverlake, and Arkie AITwo winning teams will represent Malaysia at the Tencent Cloud Hackathon Global Finals in Shenzhen

KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia, Sept. 21, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Tencent Cloud, the cloud business of global technology company Tencent, and Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM) have formalised a three-year collaboration through a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signed on 18 August 2026 to strengthen AI education, cloud skills development and industry-led problem-solving.

The AI CAN DO IT – Tencent Cloud x UTM AI Hackathon 2026 demonstrated how students can apply AI to real-world industry needs. Held from 10 July to 13 August, the five-week programme brought together UTM students to develop solutions for challenges identified by leading local organisations AmBank, Johor Corporation (JCorp), Silverlake and Arkie AI.

The programme recorded more than 300 engagements across recruitment, training and mentoring activities. The Demo Day at UTM Kuala Lumpur also brought together representatives from the Malaysia Digital Economy Corporation (MDEC), Tencent Institute of Games and other industry partners.

The MoU was signed at The St. Regis Kuala Lumpur by Professor Ts. Dr. Mohd Shafry bin Mohd Rahim, Vice-Chancellor of UTM, and Poshu Yeung, Senior Vice President, Tencent Cloud International.

Preparing students for an AI-enabled workplace

The Tencent Cloud–UTM collaboration comes as AI proficiency is becoming increasingly important across the workforce. Students and young adults are entering a fast-evolving job market in which AI-supported research, analysis, programming and ideation are becoming more common.

Students at the Hackathon received both online and in-person training on Tencent WorkBuddy, an AI desktop agent that can assist with research, analysis and document creation; CodeBuddy, an AI programming suite that supports coding and software development; and Tencent Design Miora, an AI-native creative studio for visual content and design. These AI tools were used as part of their project work, with technical guidance and feedback from industry practitioners. Students’ AI and troubleshooting abilities were tested at the Hackathon by solving real-world problems in a controlled, low-risk environment.

AmBank, JCorp, Silverlake and Arkie AI contributed challenge statements covering financial scam prevention, organisational performance monitoring, and communication and social skills training.

JCorp, for example, asked students to consider how AI could help management identify emerging performance concerns and understand the factors behind them. Arkie AI challenged students to explore how AI-driven role-play and personalised feedback could help people practise communication in a safe environment.

“Much of the AI conversation focuses on access to models and infrastructure. In practice, the harder question is what organisations do with them,” said Jasmine Chan, Partnership Director, Tencent Cloud Malaysia. “The same applies to students. Working on a real brief requires them to make choices, test their assumptions and justify their solution with real world commercial outcomes. These experiences will become invaluable to students as AI continues to integrate into Malaysian businesses and the wider economy.”

AI skillsets yielding diverse benefits for students

For students, exposure to AI tools and real industry challenges can strengthen practical problem-solving, communication and technical capabilities that are increasingly relevant across sectors. The hackathon also gave participants opportunities to work across disciplines, receive feedback from industry practitioners and translate ideas into demonstrable solutions.

Team Sleep_Well, which included Ho Yu Xiang from UTM’s Faculty of Artificial Intelligence, was named champion of the AI Agent Track for AI Scam Shield, an AI-powered financial scam prevention platform developed in response to Silverlake’s challenge.

Team Untitled, comprising Ahmad Mohamed Elhassan Seliaman Mohamed and Mohammed Rahbab Chowdhury, won the Game Track with Threshold, a 3D social simulation game designed to help users practise communication skills and build social confidence. Players create an identity, explore an open environment and interact with AI-driven characters across different scenarios.

Both teams will go on to represent Malaysia at the Tencent Cloud Hackathon Global Finals in Shenzhen, China, in September.

Building a longer-term pathway for AI talent development

The hackathon is one of the early initiatives under the broader three-year collaboration between Tencent Cloud and UTM. The MoU provides a framework for joint research in AI, Cloud Computing, Smart Technologies and Digital Transformation; professional certification; hackathons and innovation programmes; internships and talent development; and exchange and training activities.

“Malaysia’s continued progress in AI will depend on our ability to connect academic learning with the skills and tools used by industry,” said Professor Ts. Dr. Mohd Shafry bin Mohd Rahim, Vice-Chancellor of UTM. “Through this collaboration, we look forward to giving students and educators more opportunities to build practical capabilities in cloud and AI, while contributing to a stronger national talent pipeline.”

UTM established Malaysia’s first Faculty of Artificial Intelligence in 2024, and its Bachelor in Artificial Intelligence with Honours includes Responsible AI and Ethics. The collaboration supports UTM ASCEND 2030 by expanding opportunities for students and educators to engage with current technologies, industry expertise and real-world AI applications.

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 Universiti Teknologi Malaysia

Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM) is a leading innovation-driven entrepreneurial research university in engineering, science and technology, with campuses in Johor Bahru, Kuala Lumpur and Pagoh. Ranked 158th in the QS World University Rankings 2027, UTM advances education, research, innovation and industry collaboration for national and global impact.

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Hedia Secures Regulatory Approval to Expand Digital Diabetes Care to Pediatric Patients

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Updated MDR certification unlocks pediatric care, broader insulin regimen support, and expanded device connectivity across Hedia’s standalone app and partner platforms.

COPENHAGEN, Denmark, Sept. 22, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Danish digital therapeutics company Hedia announced a major regulatory milestone, having secured official Medical Device Regulation (MDR) certification to expand its digital diabetes support to pediatric care. This clearance grants Hedia the right to remove its previous 18+ age restriction, paving the way for parents, guardians, and caregivers to use the Hedia Diabetes Assistant for children and teens under 18, alongside direct use by adults.

For families navigating type 1 diabetes in children, this approval enables simpler, collaborative care. The update will make pediatric support available both in the standalone Hedia app and integrated within partner digital health platforms, ensuring continuity in clinical workflows.

Furthermore, the certification enables flexible insulin regimens with broader treatment settings, which can be tailored to young patients. It also unlocks expanded data capabilities, offering seamless connectivity across continuous glucose monitors (CGMs), smart pens, smartwatches, and mobile health platforms.

Rasmus Kofoed, CEO of Hedia, commented:

“Securing this regulatory milestone allows us to expand our focus to pediatric clinics and the dedicated teams caring for young patients. Managing diabetes in children requires precision, flexibility, and trust. By lifting the age restriction and gaining approval for broader regimen and device support, we are positioned to build the connections necessary to link clinics directly with families at home. Our goal is to streamline how healthcare professionals, caregivers, and patients access data, making daily management simpler, safer, and more connected.”

By bridging the gap between home care, device data, and clinic oversight, Hedia is poised to streamline daily diabetes care for families while supporting better glycemic control. Development and rollout of these features will begin shortly.

About Hedia

Founded in 2016, Hedia develops digital therapeutics solutions that help adults, children, and families with insulin-dependent diabetes manage insulin therapy. The Hedia Diabetes Assistant supports insulin dose calculations using glucose data from connected continuous glucose monitors (CGMs), blood glucose monitors (BGMs), and smart pens, carbohydrate counting through an integrated food database, and physical activity support. Hedia works with healthcare providers, clinical teams, and digital health partners to improve diabetes management through connected, data-driven care.

Website: www.hedia.com

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As iPhone 18 Arrives, AUKEY Introduces the Aivyo Swift Smart Wall Charger Lineup

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SHENZHEN, China, Sept. 21, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Apple’s iPhone 18 Pro lineup has officially launched. The new models support Qi2 wireless charging at up to 25W, while faster wired charging depends on coordination among the phone, charger, cable and charging protocol. As charging evolves from a focus on wattage alone toward system-level coordination, AUKEY is introducing Aivyo Swift, the first product line available under the Aivyo smart charging family. For users, real-world charging performance increasingly depends on compatibility, power management and information transparency, not simply maximum output.

The Aivyo Swift lineup includes four GaN wall chargers rated at 45W, 70W, 100W and 140W. The compact 45W model features a single USB-C port for everyday mobile charging. The 70W and 100W models each provide two USB-C ports and one USB-A port, while the 140W model expands to three USB-C ports and one USB-A port. Together, the four power levels cover charging needs ranging from a single smartphone to combinations of phones, tablets and laptops.

Every Aivyo Swift charger features a Smart TFT Display that presents real-time output, charging status and safety alerts. It can also recognize supported iPhone 18 models and display remaining battery information. By bringing charging information to the screen, Aivyo Swift makes a process that traditionally runs in the background more visible and easier to understand. On multi-port models, users can also monitor simultaneous charging more clearly.

Aivyo Swift combines AUKEY’s AI Power smart charging technology, third-generation GaN, Intelligent Stacked Architecture and the EntireProtect Safety System. Together, these technologies support compact design and efficient power management while providing multiple layers of protection against abnormal voltage, current and temperature conditions. Multi-port models can also allocate available power according to connected devices, helping users manage different charging needs through a single charger.

Founded in 2010, AUKEY has accumulated 16 years of technology and product experience in consumer electronics. The company has received 34 iF Design Awards and 27 Red Dot Design Awards, reflecting its long-term ability to combine technological innovation with practical industrial design. With Aivyo Swift as the first available line under the Aivyo platform, AUKEY is building a more intelligent, transparent and coordinated everyday charging experience.

Follow AUKEY Official on social media for the latest product details, launch updates and availability by market. More information about AUKEY and its products is available at www.aukey.com.

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Motsi Mabuse Wows Manchester Crowd with Show-Stopping Surprise Zumba® Performance

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Television judge and professional dancer swaps the judging panel for the dancefloor as she surprises hundreds of Zumba® instructors at ZIN™ Academy in Manchester

MANCHESTER, England, Sept. 22, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Television judge and professional dancer Motsi Mabuse sent hundreds of dance fitness fans into a frenzy last weekend as she made a surprise appearance at Manchester’s Bowlers Exhibition Centre for an electrifying Zumba® performance alongside the programme’s creator, Beto Perez.

Hundreds of members of the UK’s Zumba® Instructor Network had gathered for a day of training led by international talent, unaware that one more dancer was waiting in the wings.

Cue Motsi Mabuse.

As Motsi stepped onto the stage, the room erupted. Bringing her trademark energy and powerhouse moves, she joined Beto and the Zumba® team for a show-stopping performance that had the unsuspecting crowd dancing, cheering and calling for more.

Having spent decades competing professionally and judging television dance shows, Motsi swapped the judging panel for the dance floor, throwing herself into the party alongside the Zumba® instructor community.

ZIN™ Academy is an educational and fitness event for Zumba® instructors across Europe, featuring high-energy classes led by international presenters, professional training and networking opportunities. The event celebrates Zumba®’s unique blend of dance, fitness, music and community.

Fresh from the stage, Motsi said “Teaching a Zumba® class to 500 professional instructors was such an incredible experience! I’m normally on the other side, watching, judging and giving feedback, so suddenly having 500 Zumba® Instructors in front of me was something completely different.

She added “And let me tell you, they know what they’re doing! So you have to bring the energy, give everything and just go for it. But that’s exactly what I loved about it. The energy in that room was amazing. Everyone dancing, smiling, sweating and just enjoying the moment together. I absolutely loved it!”

Zumba® creator Beto Perez said, “Being here in Manchester and dancing alongside so many incredible Zumba® instructors is the perfect way to celebrate 25 years of Zumba®. When we created Zumba®, we never imagined it would grow into such a global community. It’s truly amazing to see that, 25 years later, the energy and passion are still as strong as ever”.

Motsi’s connection with Zumba® extends beyond ZIN™ Academy. As a passionate dancer, she has embraced the programme’s energetic, inclusive approach to fitness, supporting the brand’s efforts to inspire more people to discover the joy of dancing and movement through social campaigns.

Often described as “exercise in disguise”, Zumba® combines easy-to-follow choreography with Latin and world rhythms, turning a workout into a dance fitness party. Available across the UK, classes bring people of all abilities together to move, have fun and experience the physical and social benefits of group exercise.

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