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Zhong Baoshen at 2026 Annual Meeting of the New Champions: Solar-Plus-Storage Integration Breaks the Boundaries of Global Green Energy Application

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DALIAN, China, June 25, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — The 17th Annual Meeting of the New Champions kicked off in Dalian, China, from June 23 to 25, 2026. Under the theme “Innovating at Scale,” the event brings together over 1,700 political, business, academic, and innovation leaders from more than 90 countries to engage in in-depth dialogues on the global economy, climate action, and cutting-edge technologies.

During the meeting, Zhong Baoshen, Chairman and General Manager of LONGi, took part in the roundtable dialogue titled “Follow the Money: Where Climate Capital Is Going,” where he shared his perspectives on the decarbonization potential of Solar-Plus-Storage integration and the metrics for measuring the effectiveness of clean energy investments.

Zhong Baoshen believes that developing renewable energy is not only an urgent necessity for addressing climate change, but also a strategic choice for driving local economic growth and achieving energy independence. Photovoltaic (solar) and wind power are more widely distributed than oil and gas, and this characteristic enables them to benefit all regions more equitably, effectively enhancing strategic energy autonomy. From the perspectives of energy resilience, security, and economic viability, the development of renewable energy is highly advantageous for boosting local economies.

Over the past 15 years, the cost of photovoltaic (solar) power generation has fallen by more than 90%, driven entirely by technological progress, to which Chinese companies have made tremendous contributions. It is precisely this continuous innovation that has made it possible for renewable energy to benefit the world at large.

Zhong Baoshen pointed out that the core challenge facing the industry today lies in the bottlenecks to expansion caused by grid integration and absorption, as well as the intermittency of solar power. However, the key variable to break through this bottleneck is maturing — the sharp decline in energy storage costs enables us to build a truly renewable energy system. Through the integration of photovoltaic (solar), wind power, and energy storage, it has become feasible to rely entirely on renewable energy to support power systems.

Based on this trend, Zhong Baoshen shared with the attendees LONGi’s development approach of “Solar-Plus-Storage Integration”: on the photovoltaic (solar) front, LONGi will continue to improve conversion efficiency and reduce costs, while promoting deep integration of photovoltaic (solar) with buildings, transportation, and other scenarios; on the storage side, the focus is on developing solar-plus-storage integration to effectively store green electricity and dispatch it on demand, ultimately making renewable energy economical, convenient, and reliable — capable of meeting living and working needs in any scenario. Realizing this blueprint also requires technological innovation support in areas such as power generation forecasting, energy management, and grid dispatching. Encouragingly, these fields are thriving globally, and the conditions for large-scale deployment of clean energy as a backbone power source for the grid are becoming increasingly mature.

Beyond technological pathways, how capital and policy can remove barriers to scaled deployment is a more pragmatic issue. Addressing the capital bottlenecks in global renewable energy deployment, Zhong Baoshen pointed out that differences in financing costs across regions directly affect the speed of clean energy adoption. Therefore, he called on the international community to join forces with insurance institutions, public welfare organizations, and other stakeholders to innovate collectively, helping to lower interest rates in high‑financing‑cost regions and enabling renewable energy to truly gain development opportunities locally. He suggested that in developed areas, granting green energy priority in development, or recognizing its green value so that projects can obtain reasonable returns, would be highly beneficial for clean energy deployment.

China is currently promoting the assumption of carbon reduction responsibilities by relevant parties, which essentially gives green energy priority. From the corporate perspective, LONGi has developed a range of diversified products, including microgrid systems combining photovoltaics and energy storage, distributed energy systems equipped with intelligent forecasting and dispatching, and photovoltaic water‑pumping solutions implemented in arid regions of Central Asia and Africa, continuously adapting to the needs of different scenarios.

By clearing the path through technological breakthroughs on one hand, and removing barriers through capital and policy on the other — advancing on both fronts — the scaled deployment of clean energy can truly accelerate. Zhong Baoshen stated that as finance, insurance, and society at large provide more support to green energy, and as companies continue to launch competitive and innovative products, the overall deployment of clean energy will certainly accelerate, and our capacity to address climate change will grow stronger.

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DUVA Introduces DUVA ONE at IFA 2026: Personalized Sleep Earbuds That Respond in Real Time

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The Sleep System That Understands You Best.

BERLIN, Sept. 6, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — DUVA, created by Fitnexa, is introducing DUVA ONE at IFA Berlin 2026. This intelligent in-ear sleep system is designed to sense changes in the user and the bedroom, then personalize audio, noise control, and device behavior throughout the night.

Most sleep wearables explain what happened after users wake up. DUVA ONE is designed to help while the night is still happening. Its low-profile earbuds, environment-sensing charging case, and app work together to determine when and how to respond.

A user might start the night with a podcast over Bluetooth. After they fall asleep, DUVA ONE can introduce locally stored sleep audio and optimize power use. If a partner begins snoring or traffic grows louder, it can adjust ANC or add sound masking. In the morning, a private offline alarm wakes only the wearer, without requiring an active phone connection.

In-ear PPG and motion sensors estimate sleep stages and track heart rate, HRV, sleep position, and movement, while the case monitors noise, light, temperature, and humidity. The AI Agent interprets these signals alongside playback status and personal preferences to select an appropriate response. Users control sleep audio, playback duration, ANC strategy, and nighttime interventions in the DUVA App.

“Sleep does not happen in a static environment, so sleep technology should not remain static either,” said Diego, Founder of Fitnexa. “DUVA ONE is designed to respond while sleep is still happening.”

Key Highlights

Layered noise relief: Passive isolation, Hybrid ANC, and sleep audio provide noise reduction of up to 42 dB, with Transparency Mode and adaptive ANC calibration.Personalized AI sleep guidance: The AI analyzes the user’s real-time sleep state and generates personalized audio guidance to help them gradually fall asleep.Side-sleeping comfort: Each fitted earbud weighs approximately 3.3 grams and has an approximately 9.9 mm low-profile design. Two ear-tip shapes and multiple tip and stabilizing-wing sizes provide more than 40 fit configurations.All-night battery: Up to 16 hours in the most power-efficient configuration, including 13 hours of local audio with ANC off and 9.5 hours with ANC on. The USB-C and wireless charging case provides up to five additional recharges.Private offline alarm: Alarms gradually increase in volume and offer 5, 10, or 15-minute snooze options through the earbud controls.Privacy-first sensing: DUVA ONE does not record conversations, store ambient audio, or upload raw environmental audio. Users can disable individual sensors and delete historical data.

DUVA ONE is planned for release in October 2026 at a target retail price of US$349.99, with target markets including the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, the European Union, and Australia.

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China Xplained | The China Squeeze, or the China Opportunity?

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GUANGZHOU, China, Sept. 6, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — This is a news report from South: 

Is China’s manufacturing rise squeezing out or creating opportunities for other economies?

Ahead of the 2026 APEC Economic Leaders’ Meeting in China this November, journalists and experts from around the world gathered in Guangdong for the Asia-Pacific Media Forum (APMF) 2026.

The forum opened in Shenzhen on September 5, bringing together more than 400 representatives from across the Asia-Pacific region, as well as from international organizations.

Before the opening of the forum, participants travelled across Guangdong to see China’s industries and development first-hand.

In this episode of China Xplained, we look at the numbers, supply chains, investment and voices from across the developing world—to ask a bigger question: Is China squeezing out room for other economies?

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PUDU D7 Named Honoree in IFA Innovation Awards for Best in IFA Next & Emerging Technologies

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BERLIN, Sept. 6, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Pudu Robotics, a global leader in commercial service robotics, today announced that its PUDU D7 Semi-humanoid Intelligent Robot has been named an Honoree in the Best in IFA Next & Emerging Technologies category of the IFA Innovation Awards. The recognition highlights PUDU D7’s ability to combine mobile navigation, dexterous manipulation and intelligent sensing to perform a range of tasks in real-world industrial and commercial environments.

The IFA Innovation Awards recognize outstanding innovations across the global technology landscape. Entries are evaluated by an independent international jury based on criteria including technology and functionality, innovation and originality, and the potential to create tangible value for users and the market. The recognition places PUDU D7 among emerging technologies demonstrating new possibilities for the future of robotics.

From Industrial Operations to Guest Interaction

PUDU D7 is designed for industrial, warehouse, retail and hospitality environments, where it can move through human-oriented spaces and perform tasks that require both mobility and dexterous manipulation.

In industrial and warehouse settings, D7 can handle materials, pick items from shelves, replenish inventory, transport goods between work areas and push carts. With a payload capacity of up to 20 kg (44.1 pounds) and an operating height of up to 2 meters (6.6 feet), it can work with a range of storage systems and materials.

In retail, D7 can support shelf replenishment, item handling and store organization, moving products between storage areas and shelves and helping maintain product displays.

In hotels and hospitality, PUDU D7 can take on the role of an intelligent front-desk host, welcoming guests, preparing and serving coffee, interacting with visitors and providing engaging experiences. Its semi-humanoid form and dual-arm capabilities allow it to combine practical service tasks with natural human-robot interaction, bringing a more personable and engaging presence to the guest experience.

Designed for Adaptable Performance

PUDU D7 combines a dual-arm manipulation system, tactile sensing and a 360-degree perception system to support these applications. Front- and rear-facing LiDAR and other sensors enable navigation around people and obstacles, while tactile sensing provides precise control when handling objects.

The robot also features autonomous battery swapping, allowing it to independently replace its battery and reduce downtime during extended operation.

Together, these capabilities enable D7 to support different tasks across a range of environments without being limited to a single application.

PUDU D7 Makes Its European Debut at IFA

IFA 2026 marks the first time PUDU D7 is being showcased in Europe. At the Pudu Robotics booth, visitors can experience live demonstrations highlighting the robot’s capabilities and its potential for human-robot interaction.

D7 interacts directly with visitors through demonstrations including waving, making heart gestures and picking up objects. These demonstrations showcase the robot’s ability to combine movement, manipulation and interaction in a human-oriented environment.

Advancing the Next Generation of Intelligent Robotics

The IFA Innovation Awards recognition marks another step in Pudu Robotics’ expansion from service delivery, commercial cleaning and industrial delivery into embodied intelligent robotics.

PUDU D7 is part of Pudu Robotics’ broader strategy to develop a portfolio of specialized, semi-humanoid and humanoid robots, building on its capabilities in embodied navigation, manipulation and interaction. This approach enables the company to address a broader range of applications across commercial and industrial environments.

Pudu Robotics will continue working with customers and partners worldwide to explore new applications for embodied intelligence and bring increasingly capable robots into real-world environments.

About Pudu Robotics

Pudu Robotics is a global leader in commercial service robotics and the industry’s first company to offer a full portfolio spanning specialized, semi-humanoid, and humanoid robots. According to Frost & Sullivan’s latest market report, Pudu Robotics ranks No. 1 globally in commercial service robotics by both revenue and shipment volume. Built on its One Brain, Multiple Embodiments architecture, Pudu offers robots for service delivery, commercial cleaning, industrial delivery, and general embodied AI applications across hospitality, retail, healthcare, manufacturing, education, public services, and more. To date, Pudu Robotics has shipped over 130,000 robots to customers across 85+ countries and regions.

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