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Temu Signs MOU With Korean Intellectual Property Protection Agency to Strengthen IP Protection for Korean Brands

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The partnership advances intellectual property protection for Korean brands across Temu’s platform, which operates in more than 90 markets

SEOUL, South Korea, July 1, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Temu, the global e-commerce platform, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Korea Intellectual property Protection Agency (KOIPA) to strengthen IP protection for Korean brands (K-brands) on the platform.

Under the partnership, Temu and KOIPA will operate a dedicated communication channel to facilitate rapid response and enforcement against IP infringement affecting K-brands. Temu will apply its proprietary detection technology and global team of expert reviewers to identify and remove infringing listings, while KOIPA will support these efforts by verifying the authenticity and ownership of IP rights tied to K-brand products.

The agreement comes as more K-brands expand their presence on global e-commerce platforms, increasing the importance of worldwide IP protection. KOIPA, which supports the work of the Ministry of Intellectual Property, will guide Korean companies in using Temu’s IP protection tools.

“This agreement marks the starting point for practical cooperation to block K-brand counterfeit goods,” said Shin Sang-gon, president of KOIPA. “Through our work with Temu, KOIPA will act against counterfeit Korean-brand goods on online platforms at home and abroad, and support the protection of intellectual property rights across markets.”

Temu’s enforcement system screens for IP risk at every stage, from seller vetting and pre-listing checks to around-the-clock monitoring after listings go live. The system’s proactive monitoring database covers more than 15,000 brands, drawing on over 47 million images and 9.5 million keywords. The average IP compliant resolution time is less than 24 hours.

“Protecting intellectual property is essential to building a marketplace that consumers and brands can trust,” said a Temu spokesperson. “Partnering with KOIPA reflects our ongoing commitment to IP protection and to working with rights holders and regulators to keep counterfeits off the platform.” These partnerships build on existing Temu initiatives. The Brand Guardian Initiative, launched in April 2024, gives brands protection tools, integration into the platform’s enforcement systems, and one-on-one support, even if they don’t sell on Temu. Temu also offers a comprehensive suite of IP compliance courses through the Seller Education Center.

Temu has implemented a proactive global consumer awareness feature across all operating markets. When users input counterfeit-related terms, such as “fake,” “counterfeit,” or “dupe,” these searches return no results, and educational messages are displayed to discourage the purchase of counterfeit goods. As of May 2026, this feature has blocked counterfeit-related keyword searches over 200 million times globally, providing real-time guidance to consumers at the point of search.

Temu launched its Local Seller Program in Korea in May 2025, giving local businesses a way to sell and ship to millions of domestic customers, while offering Korean shoppers a wider range of products. As K-brands grow their presence on the platform, the partnership with KOIPA is intended to help strengthen IP protection as they expand into new markets.

Temu is also a member of the International AntiCounterfeiting Coalition, International Trademark Association and MARQUES IP Association.

About Temu
Temu is a global e-commerce platform connecting consumers with millions of manufacturers, brands, and business partners. Operating in more than 90 markets worldwide, Temu is committed to providing affordable, high-quality products that enable customers to live better lives.

About KOIPA
The Korea Intellectual Property Protection Agency (KOIPA) is a public institution dedicated to protecting the intellectual property rights of Korean enterprises domestically and internationally. Through proactive anti-counterfeiting measures and comprehensive IP support, KOIPA aims to foster a fair and sound business ecosystem for Korean brands worldwide.

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UBTECH Launches UWORLD U1, the World’s First Full-Size Mass-Produced Ultra-Bionic Humanoid Robot

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Company reports more than 10,000 orders and launches an initiative to donate 100 humanoid robots in support of mental well-being programs

SHENZHEN, China, June 30, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — On June 30, 2026, UBTECH hosted its 2026 Global Launch Event in Shenzhen, where it introduced its long-term vision for human–robot symbiosis and officially unveiled the UWORLD U1 Series of full-size ultra-bionic humanoid robots, the first in the world designed for mass production. The lineup includes three models: the U1 Lite semi-torso edition, the high-performance full-body U1 Pro, and the high-dynamic full-body U1 Ultra, with pricing set from 119,800 RMB. As of the day of the launch event, cumulative orders for the UWORLD U1 Series had surpassed 13,361 units.

James Zhou, Founder, Chairman of the Board, and CEO of UBTECH, outlined the company’s long-term vision for the evolution of human–robot collaboration. He described a three-stage progression: first, completing hazardous and repetitive work to free people from dangerous tasks; second, extending into everyday life through companionship and service applications; and ultimately, advancing toward increasingly seamless interaction between humans and intelligent robots.

Zhou said UBTECH is evolving beyond a traditional robotics manufacturer toward a platform company focused on AI-enabled robotics and intelligent infrastructure. He noted that the company has pursued a two-decade roadmap for growth. During the first phase (2012–2022), UBTECH focused on developing core technologies, helping bring humanoid robots from research laboratories into industrial deployment while building the company’s commercial foundation. During the second phase (2023–2033), the company is expanding into consumer robotics with the goal of making humanoid robots part of everyday life. The year 2026 marks an important step in the evolution of UBTECH from industrial and commercial applications toward consumer adoption.

Backed by its self-developed full-stack humanoid robot technologies, broad application portfolio, and continued investment in innovation and talent, UBTECH has achieved multiple industry milestones. Building on its industrial robotics business, the company ranked 1st globally in revenue and sales volume from full-sized embodied intelligent humanoid robots in 2025, and launches UWORLD in 2026, extending its robotics portfolio into the consumer market.

Michael Tam, Chief Brand Officer of UBTECH, President of Consumer Robotics Innovation Business Group, and General Manager of UWORLD, said human-robot companionship represents a new approach to supporting mental well-being. He added that companion robots have the potential to become an important new consumer category by providing personalized emotional support throughout different stages of life. He cited projections that China’s ultra-bionic humanoid robotics market could grow from the tens of billions of RMB to the trillion-RMB level between 2026 and 2036.

UWORLD integrates a fully proprietary end-to-end technology stack, including biomimetic skin, embodied intelligence hardware, operating systems, emotion-driven large language models (LLMs), and system-level manufacturing. This integrated architecture is designed to address long-standing challenges in the real-world deployment of humanoid robots.

The UWORLD U1 Series features 88 degrees of freedom and a proprietary dual-pivot biomimetic cervical spine, enabling it to replicate up to 90% of fundamental human movements. The system is powered by the world’s first emotion-aware LLM designed for long-term companionship, capable of recognizing more than 20 fine-grained emotional states with an accuracy rate exceeding 90%.

Its biomimetic fast-and-slow brain architecture draws on cognitive neuroscience principles, enabling a 500-millisecond intuitive response system alongside deep reasoning capabilities powered by models with hundreds of billions of parameters. A biomimetic expression actuation system, driven by a proprietary controller, reduces speech-to-lip synchronization latency to within 20 milliseconds, creating a remarkably lifelike interaction experience.

The Agent Memory OS, a cross-temporal memory system, is designed to establish a persistent digital life framework. A proactive care engine uses environmental awareness to enable wake-word-free interaction, allowing UWORLD robots to respond naturally to contextual cues and social situations.

UWORLD also emphasizes the principle that users retain ownership of their data and has established a three-layer privacy architecture consisting of local-first processing, minimal cloud dependency, and user-controlled hardware safeguards. Combined with highly lifelike interaction capabilities and an end-to-end safety framework, the system enables humanoid robots to evolve from functional tools into emotionally responsive companions.

The U1 Series is designed to support a wide range of consumer and commercial applications, including daily companionship, emotional support, lifestyle enhancement, and social assistance, as well as reception and hospitality services, elder care, psychological support, tourism and exhibitions, research and education, and premium domestic service applications.

At the launch event, UWORLD introduced the “Human-Robot Companionship Initiative.” China has more than 90 million adults living alone and 118 million empty-nest seniors, with an estimated 10% to 20% of individuals living alone meeting the clinical criteria for mental health disorders. In response, UWORLD announced plans to donate customized humanoid robots each year to support vulnerable groups, including children growing up apart from one or both parents, older adults living alone, and families facing difficult circumstances, with the goal of providing long-term emotional companionship and psychological support.

In 2026, UWORLD plans to donate 100 customized U1 Series humanoid robots. These units will incorporate 3D facial reconstruction and voiceprint-based identity replication technologies to recreate designated individuals, while integrating emotion-driven interaction models and dedicated long-term memory systems. Combined with multimodal situational awareness, the robots are designed to provide structured psychological support services.

With the launch of UWORLD, UBTECH has established a robotics portfolio spanning industrial, commercial and consumer applications. The industrial Walker S Series has already entered mass production and commenced deliveries, while UWORLD is expected to become the company’s second growth engine as it brings humanoid robotics to consumer markets.

About UBTECH

Established in March 2012, UBTECH ROBOTICS CORP LTD is a leading humanoid robot and smart service robot company. Specialized in the research, development, and commercialization of intelligent service robots and AI-driven solutions, its product portfolio spans industrial humanoid robots (Walker series), AI Education, Smart Logistics, Commercial Service, and Consumer Service. Milestones include mass production of the Walker S2 humanoid robot and listing on the HKEX. UBTECH is committed to advancing embodied AI to build a smarter, more connected future.

For more information, please visit https://www.ubtrobot.com/en/

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Valuable Capital Group Announces Tickrs Clearing LLC Secures NYSE Arca Membership, Strengthening Global Capital Markets Infrastructure

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HONG KONG, July 1, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Valuable Capital Group Limited (“VCGL”), a global financial services group, announced that its U.S. subsidiary, Tickrs Clearing LLC, has successfully obtained membership with NYSE Arca, one of the leading electronic securities exchanges operated by NYSE.

The milestone represents a significant step in VCGL’s continued expansion of its global capital markets infrastructure and reinforces the Group’s commitment to developing secure, efficient, and technology-driven access to international financial markets.

Tickrs Clearing LLC is a U.S.-based clearing firm and FINRA member, providing clearing and related market infrastructure capabilities within the U.S. securities ecosystem. Through its NYSE Arca membership, Tickrs Clearing LLC strengthens its connectivity to the U.S. securities market ecosystem and further enhances VCGL’s capabilities in supporting global investment access.

NYSE Arca is a leading fully electronic exchange platform operated by NYSE, offering advanced trading infrastructure across equities and exchange-traded funds (ETFs). Membership enables eligible market participants to directly participate within the exchange environment and contributes to a more efficient and connected financial marketplace.

Commenting on the milestone, Jess Cheung, the co-founder and CEO of Valuable Capital Group Limited said,
“NYSE Arca membership represents a meaningful step in the continued development of Valuable Capital Group’s global market infrastructure. As the Group expands its international footprint, this milestone reinforces its commitment to delivering seamless market access, operational excellence, and innovative investment solutions to clients worldwide.”

The development builds upon VCGL’s broader international growth strategy, following continued expansion across key financial jurisdictions. Through its regulated entities and technology-driven platforms, VCGL continues to invest in building a global ecosystem that bridges investors, markets, and financial opportunities.

With Tickrs Clearing US’s NYSE Arca membership, VCGL further reinforces its commitment to innovation, operational excellence, and the development of world-class financial infrastructure.

About Valuable Capital Group Limited
Valuable Capital Group Limited (VCGL) is a comprehensive financial services company that provides integrated, cross-market, and multi-asset global investment services to individuals and corporations. VCGL has set up licensed entities in Hong Kong SAR, the United States, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, and UAE gaining worldwide recognition from millions of users.

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DMEGC Solar Showcases PV and Energy Storage Innovations at Intersolar Europe 2026

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JINHUA, China, July 1, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — DMEGC Solar, a global Tier 1 solar manufacturer, successfully concluded its participation at Intersolar Europe 2026, where it showcased its latest INFINITY RT 3.0 PV modules alongside its advanced energy storage solutions, reinforcing its role as a comprehensive provider of smart energy technologies.

Held from June 23–25 at Messe München as part of The smarter E Europe, the exhibition once again demonstrated its global significance, bringing together participants from over 160 countries and more than 2,800 exhibitors, reflecting the strong momentum of solar and integrated energy markets worldwide.

Strong Engagement and Global Interest at the DMEGC Booth

Over the three-day exhibition, DMEGC Solar’s booth attracted a diverse audience of installers, EPCs, distributors, and industry professionals. The booth became a focal point for in-depth technical discussions, product demonstrations, and partnership exchanges.

Visitors showed strong interest in both DMEGC’s high-efficiency PV modules and its integrated energy storage solutions, highlighting the market’s growing demand for complete, system-level offerings.

INFINITY RT 3.0: Next-Generation PV Performance

At the core of the display was the INFINITY RT 3.0 series, representing DMEGC Solar’s latest advancements in module efficiency, reliability, and design.

Key highlights include:

Utility applications:
G12RT-B66 reaching 650W mass-production output, driven by advanced high-density encapsulation technologyResidential segment:
All-black G12RT-G48HBB (up to 485W) with ABT technology, plus an Extreme version with HW5 hail resistanceC&I solutions:
G12RT-B54HBT delivering up to 530W for enhanced commercial system performanceAgri-PV innovation:
G12RT-B44HST offering 33% light transmittance, balancing power generation and agricultural needs

These products highlight DMEGC Solar’s ongoing focus on higher output, durability, and application-specific design.

Expanding into Smart Energy: ESS Solutions on Display

Alongside its PV portfolio, DMEGC also presented its energy storage system (ESS) solutions, underscoring the company’s evolution toward integrated energy systems.

As energy storage becomes increasingly central to modern solar projects, DMEGC’s ESS solutions address diverse energy needs—ranging from standard grid-connected homes to remote locations, rural electrification, and off-grid buildings.

DMEGC Solar’s combined PV + ESS portfolio reflects this trend, enabling customers to move beyond individual components toward fully integrated, future-ready energy systems.

Looking Ahead

“Intersolar Europe remains a vital platform to engage with partners and showcase innovation,” said a DMEGC Solar spokesperson. “By combining advanced PV technology with flexible energy storage solutions, we are supporting the transition toward smarter, more sustainable energy systems worldwide.”

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