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UOB Kay Hian and FNZ Launch Next-Generation Platform to Transform Unit Trust Investing in Singapore

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UOB Kay Hian and FNZ have joined forces to launch a direct-to-consumer (D2C) platform, making Unit Trust investing simpler and more accessible for retail and private clients in Singapore.The platform enhances the Unit Trust investment experience through an intuitive client portal, seamless order management, market-leading banking solutions, advanced reporting, and a dedicated client servicing module.This launch reaffirms UOB Kay Hian and FNZ’s commitment to delivering cutting-edge, accessible investment tools and trading solutions that empower investors.The partnership further strengthens UOB Kay Hian’s leadership in securities brokerage while reinforcing FNZ’s position as a trusted global wealth management platform, partnering with over 650 global financial institutions.

SINGAPORE, May 6, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — UOB Kay Hian, one of Asia’s largest securities brokerage firms, has partnered with FNZ, a global leader in wealth management technology, to launch a new digital platform that is set to transform Unit Trust investing in Singapore.

The innovative platform streamlines the investment journey, providing retail and private clients with a powerful and intuitive digital experience. Through advanced digital capabilities and seamless access via a direct-to-consumer (D2C) channel, investors can now navigate their Unit Trust investments with greater confidence and ease.

The newly launched platform offers a comprehensive suite of Unit Trust investment solutions, including customer servicing, an intuitive client portal, order management, cash management, Central Provident Fund (CPF) administration, and advanced reporting tools. By streamlining operations and enhancing client centricity, UOB Kay Hian simplifies Unit Trust investment, empowering all investors to grow their wealth more effectively.

“Partnering with FNZ has allowed us to develop a Unit Trust Platform that redefines the investment experience by combining innovative digital tools and intuitive investment solutions,” said Oh Whee Mian, Senior Executive Director, UOB Kay Hian. “Our collaboration with FNZ reflects our dedication to pair innovative technology with personalised services by our highly experienced Trading Representatives, to make investing more accessible and rewarding to our clients.”

FNZ’s commitment to the Asia-Pacific region is central to this partnership, bringing together its global technology expertise with deep local market knowledge to enhance wealth management solutions in Singapore. The company continues to invest in the region’s financial ecosystem, underscored by the recent appointment of Anthony Habis as Group Head of APAC, reinforcing FNZ’s long-term commitment to delivering transformative solutions for investors across the region.

“This partnership is a testament to FNZ’s dedication to delivering world-class digital wealth management solutions,” said Anthony Habis, Group Head of APAC. “By working closely with UOB Kay Hian, we have developed a platform that simplifies investing and enhances accessibility, ensuring clients enjoy a seamless and high-quality experience.”

The launch marks an important milestone in Singapore’s wealth management sector, as UOB Kay Hian and FNZ continue to drive digital transformation, equipping investors with the tools they need to navigate today’s markets with confidence.

UOB Kay Hian, headquartered in Singapore, is one of the region’s most prominent securities brokerage firms. With a strong reputation for excellence and a commitment to innovation, the firm continues to lead the way in delivering cutting-edge investment solutions for its clients.

FNZ has built long-standing, trusted partnerships with many of the region’s leading financial institutions, including Centrepoint Alliance, Colonial First State, Consilium, Jarden, National Australia Bank, Principal Asset Management, and UOB Asset Management. By leveraging FNZ’s technology-driven solutions, these institutions enhance client engagement, improve efficiencies, and drive long-term success.

About UOB Kay Hian

UOB Kay Hian is a leading Financial Services firm with a strong presence across Asia, renowned for delivering personalized investment solutions. Headquartered in Singapore, UOB Kay Hian’s global footprint spans regional financial centres in Hong Kong, Thailand, Malaysia, Indonesia, London, New York and Toronto. 

One of Asia’s largest securities brokerage firms, UOB Kay Hian serves a prestigious client base of institutions, large corporations, high-net-worth individuals, and retail investors. The firm offers a wide range of services, including equities, derivatives, and wealth management solutions, to empower investors to make informed decisions and grow their wealth.

For more information, please visit www.utrade.com.sg and follow us on LinkedIn (@UOB Kay Hian).

About FNZ

FNZ is a leader in global, end-to-end wealth management platforms, partnering with over 650 of the world’s leading financial institutions and over 12,000 wealth management firms.

With 6,000+ employees in 30+ global locations, FNZ’s mission is to open up wealth, helping everyone, everywhere to invest in their future. FNZ removes friction from wealth management, freeing its partners to create hyper-personalized and differentiated experiences for their advisors and end-investors.

To date, FNZ administers more than US$1.7 trillion in client assets and enables over 24 million people, from all wealth segments, to invest in a simple and transparent way.

For more information, please visit www.FNZ.com and follow us on LinkedIn (@FNZ).

Contact:  Alasdair Munro, Alasdair.munro@fnz.com, +44 (0)7841456347

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Kontron Launches Two New KBox F-Series Industrial Computers To Bring Greater Flexibility and Scalability to Industrial Edge Computing

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TAIPEI, Oct. 21, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Kontron, a leading global provider of IoT/Embedded Computing Technology (ECT), expands its KBox F-Series with the KBox F-203-RPS and KBox F-204-RPS, two compact industrial computers designed to address diverse requirements in intelligent Industry 4.0, edge computing and industrial IoT applications.

Both systems are powered by 12th, 13th or 14th Gen Intel® Core™ i9/i7/i5/i3 S-Series socket-type processors with a TDP of up to 65 W and support up to 96 GB DDR5 memory, providing a scalable computing foundation for demanding industrial applications requiring flexible performance configuration and long-term deployment.

The KBox F-203-RPS offers two LAN configurations with either two or four GbE ports, allowing customers to select the connectivity level that best fits their applications. The dual-LAN configuration provides an efficient solution for general industrial computing, equipment control and edge applications, while the four-LAN configuration offers additional network connectivity for applications involving multiple devices or network segments, such as machine vision, industrial automation and IoT gateways.

For applications requiring greater system expandability, the KBox F-204-RPS provides one PCIe x16 or two PCIe x8 expansion slots, offering the flexibility to integrate graphics, networking, AI acceleration or other add-on cards according to specific application requirements. With support for up to four 2.5-inch SATA HDDs/SSDs, it also provides extensive storage scalability for data-intensive workloads. These capabilities make the KBox F-204-RPS particularly suitable for industrial edge computing, machine vision, video processing and applications requiring additional functionality or large local data storage.

Together, the KBox F-203-RPS and KBox F-204-RPS enable customers to select the configuration that best matches their requirements, from a slimmer, network-focused industrial computer to a highly expandable edge computing platform.

To learn more about KBox F-203-RPS and KBox F-204-RPS, refer to https://www.kontron.com/en/products/kbox-f-203-rps/p301099 and https://www.kontron.com/en/products/kbox-f-204-rps/p311867.

About Kontron

At Kontron, we champion IoT and Industry 4.0, by creating secure, state-of-the-art solutions that span hardware, software and services. Our approach speeds market entry, reduces the cost of ownership, and offers longevity, ensuring our role as your trusted partner in the integration of smart technologies. For more information, please visit www.kontron.com, dial +886-2-2799-2789 or email SalesAsia@kontron.com.

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Mouser Electronics Brings Smart Sensing Solutions to PSECE 2026

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MANILA, Philippines, Oct. 21, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Mouser Electronics, Inc., the authorized global distributor with the newest electronic components and industrial automation products, announces its participation in the 21st Philippine Semiconductor and Electronics Convention and Exhibition (PSECE 2026) from October 26 to 28 at the SMX Convention Center Manila, Philippines. This event underscores Mouser’s commitment to supporting the region’s growing electronics design community with immediate access to cutting-edge technologies.

Visitors are invited to meet the Mouser team at Booth #110-111 to explore new products and practical design resources. The booth features a live demonstration of Würth Elektronik’s smart sensing and visual indication solutions, integrating environmental and motion sensing with programmable visual feedback and wireless connectivity. This interactive display illustrates how modern devices can detect physical conditions and translate them into clear, immediate visual data, addressing the critical need for reliable intelligence in connected systems.

“As we advance into an era of interconnected intelligence, Mouser remains committed to bridging the gap between cutting-edge components and real-world application,” said Daphne Tien, Vice President of Marketing and Business Development at Mouser APAC. “Our presence at PSECE 2026 underscores our dedication to empowering engineers with the tools they need to innovate. We look forward to fostering a vibrant ecosystem where technology translates into tangible progress for the Philippines and beyond.”

Mouser’s participation highlights its strategic objective to strengthen ties with local partners and accelerate the adoption of advanced semiconductor technologies. By providing a platform for knowledge exchange, the company aims to help design communities turn promising prototypes into practical applications.

Attendees will have the opportunity to gather invaluable insights, learn industry best practices, and connect with professionals from across the region. The booth also features interactive activities where visitors can win premium gadgets and engineering tools, making innovative technology more approachable for everyone.

To learn more about Mouser’s presence at PSECE 2026, visit https://www.mouser.ph/psece-seipi/. 

For more Mouser news and our latest new product introductions, visit https://www.mouser.com/newsroom/.

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Workato Launches Self-Serve Platform in Singapore, Opening Enterprise AI to a Broader Community of Builders

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New offering gives developers, students, and customers access to the full power of Workato’s enterprise-grade engine to build AI agents and MCP servers

SINGAPORE, Oct. 21, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Workato®, the leading Control and Execution Platform for Enterprise AI, today announced the launch of a new self-service offering that gives customers, developers, and students across Asia access to the Workato platform to govern and scale their AI initiatives, including building and productionizing AI agents and MCP servers.

Making AI accessible has been at the heart of Workato’s mission the past several years. Through the AI Institute Alliance, unveiled in September 2025, Workato partnered with leading institutes of higher learning across Singapore, including Nanyang Polytechnic, Republic Polytechnic, Temasek Polytechnic, Singapore Polytechnic, Ngee Ann Polytechnic, the Singapore University of Social Sciences, and the National University of Singapore. The initiative equipped students and educators with automation and AI skills.

The AI Lab, which opened a year later, extended that commitment further into the public sector through its partnership with EDB, and into inclusive hiring through SG Enable.

The newly launched self-serve platform will provide users access to:

A free account to start building immediately, with the option to upgrade to a paid plan, no contract required, as projects growThe ability to build recipes, Agents/Genies, and MCP servers directly on the platformThe same governed, enterprise-grade engine that powers Workato’s largest deploymentsA path built for independent developers, students, and small teams, as well as large enterprises

Since launching in 2026 in North America, Workato has seen rapid growth in the builder community. The platform is enterprise grade, but free to get started. As builders solve problems for their business, they can grow by upgrading to a paid plan. With this launch in Singapore, Workato is making an investment in the local builder community.

“The next era of AI won’t be defined by who has access to intelligence, but by who can turn it into action. We’re putting the same enterprise-grade power trusted by the world’s largest companies into the hands of every builder. We want everyone to be able to transform how their business operates,” said Rishi Mallik, Chief Growth Officer, Workato. 

Workato showcased its self-serve platform and broader community initiatives at World of Workato (WOW) 2026 in Singapore.

Builders can sign up now at https://app.trial.workato.com/users/sign_up_trial?utm_content=sg_wow2026.

About Workato

Workato is the leading Control and Execution Platform for Enterprise AI — the neutral platform enterprises trust to put AI to work across their business. Workato unifies data, applications, and processes into a single platform so AI can reliably orchestrate business processes in production at enterprise scale. Built on more than a decade of running mission-critical processes for over half the Fortune 500 — including Nasdaq, Cisco, Vodafone, Atlassian, and Lucid Motors — Workato turns over 17,000 enterprise systems AI needs to act on into one governed execution layer. For more information, visit workato.com.

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