LONDON, Oct. 17, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — The 2026 edie Energy & Tech Awards ceremony took place in London today, with Wang Qiao, General Manager of Sunwoda Hungary, attending on behalf of the company. Sunwoda’s Digital Battery Passport Solution was among the nine finalists in the Supply Chain & Scope 3 Decarbonisation Project of the Year category.

Organised by UK sustainability media platform edie, the category recognises value-chain decarbonisation through supplier engagement, procurement and improved data. Other finalists included Prologis and Mobilityways’ Green Travel Programme, Syngenta’s Collaborative Carbon Reduction and HH Global’s Sustainable Procurement Framework. Sunwoda brought a battery lifecycle data solution to this cross-sector field.

The solution links battery value-chain data to support product carbon footprint management and sustainability disclosures. Battery data spanning raw material sourcing, manufacturing, use and recycling is dispersed among suppliers, manufacturers and downstream partners, complicating carbon accounting and traceability. Sunwoda’s solution links product identity, carbon footprint and compliance information in one digital record. This supports emissions hotspot identification, supply-chain coordination and product sustainability disclosure preparation.

Development began in 2023, with collaborative pilots in 2024 and the platform’s launch in October 2025. Six modules cover supply chain management, traceability mapping, product carbon footprint, due diligence, passport management and operational management. Covering 78 indicators, the platform integrates material sourcing, environmental performance and compliance records, helping partners collect and access information about the same battery product. Secure data exchange and permission-based access support collaboration while protecting data.

The platform has progressed to practical applications. In 2024, two battery passport projects jointly developed by Sunwoda and its partners were selected for the Global Battery Alliance’s Battery Passport pilot programme. According to edie’s project profile, Sunwoda completed five pilots in 2025 and engaged 28 key suppliers in carbon management.

Sunwoda has collaborated on battery passport development and applications with well-known domestic and international companies, including TÜV Rheinland and Siemens China. These collaborations build experience linking battery information across organisations and stages of use.

From 18 February 2027, the EU Battery Regulation requires passports for electric vehicle batteries, light means of transport batteries and industrial batteries above 2 kWh placed on the EU market or put into service. Sunwoda plans to release phase two of its battery passport platform in mid-December 2026. Before implementation, platform development and collaborative applications will help customers prepare battery disclosures and connect supply chain information.

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BANGKOK, Oct. 17, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — The Honourable Randeep Sarai, Secretary of State (International Development) on behalf of Canada’s bilateral development finance institution, FinDev Canada, announces the signing of a USD 60 million loan to Muangthai Capital (MTC), a leading non-bank financial institution (NBFI) in Thailand.

The parallel loan is in addition to the USD 200 million syndicated facility co-led by the Asian Development Bank (ADB) and Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation (SMBC), a leading private Japanese global financial institution, bringing the total funding raised to USD 260 million. The syndicate also includes commercial and state-owned banks, as well as an asset management firm.

This transaction will seek to improve women’s access to finance and represents FinDev Canada’s first direct loan to a Thai NBFI.

FinDev Canada will direct 100% of the loan proceeds toward MTC’s efforts to increase access to formal financial services for underserved rural women-owned micro, small, and medium-sized enterprises (WMSMEs), strengthening financial inclusion and economic growth in Thailand.

MSMEs play a critical role in Thailand’s sustainable and inclusive growth, contributing approximately 35% of its GDP and supporting significant employment opportunities. However, many enterprises face constraints in accessing formal credit, including limited or no credit history and insufficient collateral. As a result, MSMEs rely on informal lending, which significantly limits their growth potential and sustainability. With 90% of its customers located in rural areas, MTC is well-positioned to expand access to finance through its established lending model and branch network.

FinDev Canada’s commitment strengthens Canada’s relationship with Thailand and supports continued growth in investment, strengthening economic resilience in both countries. Thailand is Canada’s second‑largest trading partner within the Association of Southeast Asian Nations.

“FinDev Canada is committed to attracting more private sector capital into emerging markets across Asia-Pacific. Through our strategic partnership with MTC, alongside ADB and SMBC, we are increasing access to finance for underserved women-owned enterprises in Thailand, supporting more inclusive economic development. This transaction strengthens FinDev Canada’s financial sector capacity and Canada’s long-term economic engagement in the region,” said Lori Kerr, CEO, FinDev Canada.

“An investment in women is an investment in us all. Canada is empowering women entrepreneurs by expanding access to financing for MSMEs and strengthening the resources needed to succeed. By building financial bridges and breaking down barriers, Canada is advancing a more inclusive economy where everyone has the opportunity to succeed,” said the Honourable Randeep Sarai, Secretary of State (International Development).  

“We are pleased to partner with FinDev Canada, alongside ADB and SMBC to expand access to formal financing for women-owned MSMEs, particularly in rural communities across Thailand. This partnership reflects our shared commitment to financial inclusion and sustainable economic growth, while strengthening MTC’s ability to serve underserved customers nationwide,” said Mr. Parithad Patcharachai, Chief Executive Officer, Muangthai Capital Public Company Limited.

About FinDev Canada       

FinDev Canada is a development finance institution that invests in emerging markets to deliver development impact, financial returns, and shared economic prosperity. We provide debt, equity, blended finance, technical assistance, and advisory across infrastructure, agribusiness, and the financial industry in developing economies to support development through the private sector. Find out more about FinDev Canada at www.findevcanada.ca.  

About Muangthai Capital

Muangthai Capital Public Company Limited is a leading non-bank financial institution in Thailand regulated by the Bank of Thailand, providing secured and unsecured financing to individuals and MSMEs. Its core products are vehicle title and land title deed loans, complemented by personal loans, nano finance, motorcycle hire purchase, and buy now pay later services. With a branch network covering all 77 provinces, MTC is committed to expanding financial inclusion and supporting sustainable economic growth, particularly in rural and underserved communities. Find out more at www.muangthaicap.com.

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Browser-based HD video converter tool combines adaptive enhancement, batch processing and flexible exports for reusable video content.

SAN FRANCISCO, Oct. 16, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Wink has introduced its HD Video Converter, an online tool for improving and repurposing existing footage. The tool is intended for creators, e-commerce sellers, social media teams and everyday users. It combines AI-powered video enhancement, scene-adaptive processing and flexible export options in a browser-based workflow. Changing file format or resolution is only part of the process.

According to the company, video from phones and cameras often passes through several stages before publication. A compressed copy may be made during transfer. A later version may be downloaded from a social platform or reused for a new campaign. By then, details may be softer, lighting uneven and compression artifacts more noticeable.

Wink released HD Video Converter to address these quality problems during conversion. Grainy noise can be reduced. The tool also refines fine textures and corrects color. It retains the recording’s original movement and composition as the file is converted to HD.

What Wink HD Video Converter Offers

Wink combines four capabilities: scene-adaptive enhancement, resolution choices, cloud batch processing and reusable exports. These are intended to help prepare existing footage for its next use.

Scene-Adaptive Video Enhancement

Lighting can change within one recording. Wink adjusts its processing as those conditions change. The converter considers motion and depth alongside the light. Fine hair and pores are meant to remain visible. Processing aims to preserve skin texture. Smoothing and sharpening are limited to preserve natural light.

1080p, 2K and 4K Export Options

Resolution is a choice for the finished file. Users choose between 1080p, 2K and 4K for the file they will take to TikTok, Instagram Reels or YouTube Shorts. An MP4, MOV or MKV recording from another device can come into Wink for conversion.

Cloud-Based Batch HD Video Conversion

Processing takes place online, reducing dependence on the power of a local computer. Batch HD video conversion handles multiple files in one job. A seller updating a catalogue of product clips, or a team preparing posts on deadline, can upload the group together. Users can organize the material for processing without starting a separate job for every file.

“The HD video converter responds to changes in light, movement and depth while keeping fine textures natural,” said Daniel Carter, a Wink spokesperson. “Users can prepare 4K video for social content, process several files in the cloud and save HD video, still frames or Live Photos. That gives existing recordings more than one use.”

One Video, Multiple Reusable Assets

Users may download the enhanced HD video at the end of a job. High-quality still frames are another option. A chosen highlight can be turned into a Live Photo. These exports give a single recording several uses. A creator can prepare compressed phone footage for a Reel. An e-commerce seller can process several product demonstrations together. A social media team could then pull a clear frame for a cover image or supporting post.

Wink HD Video Converter is available online and can be used directly through a web browser at https://wink.ai/hd-video-converter.

About Wink

Wink is Meitu’s AI-powered video and image editing platform, offering tools for visual enhancement, restoration, retouching and content creation across web, desktop and mobile. Its video enhancer and image enhancer serve creators, brands and everyday users.

About Meitu

Founded in 2008, Meitu is an AI-driven technology company focused on image, video and design creation. Its portfolio includes Meitu, BeautyCam, Wink, DesignKit, Kaipai, Kumoo, WHEE, ZCOOL, RoboNeo and more. The company’s Imaging & Vision Lab (MT Lab) was established in 2010. As of December 31, 2025, Meitu’s monthly active users totaled 276 million worldwide. The figure included 100 million outside Mainland China. Its products support personal editing and commercial video and design work.

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