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PwC Singapore welcomes 13 new partners–majority of which work with AI, technology and data

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SINGAPORE, July 1, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — PwC Singapore is pleased to announce the appointment of 13 new partners, strengthening the firm’s capabilities to help its clients and people move forward with clarity and confidence in an AI-driven world.

With eight of the 13 new partners working with AI, technology and data, these appointments underscore PwC’s continued investment in a future-ready partnership—one that brings together deep sector expertise, human judgement and technology to deliver more connected, insight-led and outcome-driven solutions.

With diverse professional capabilities, the new partners bring deep industry experience across technology, energy, healthcare, banking and capital markets, among others. They will play an important role in helping the firm stay ahead of the AI momentum—combining sound judgment, robust governance, and a strong sense of responsibility in the way AI is leveraged to improve the quality, speed, and depth of how we advise our clients. 

On the new appointments, Marcus Lam, Executive Chairman, PwC Singapore, said:

“This year’s cohort reflects how we are scaling our ability to deliver in the era of AI. Beyond embedding technology and AI across how we think, work and deliver, it is equally important that we stay grounded in what matters most: our people, our relationships and the trust we build through every piece of work. By combining AI with sound judgement and trust, we are helping clients make quality decisions faster.”

“I am proud to welcome our new partners, who will move the needle in shaping how we deliver for our clients as AI and emerging technologies become increasingly embedded into the fabric of how businesses operate.”

The new partners include:

Assurance

Andrew Tan

Andrew focuses on credit and treasury, working with leading local and international banks. His work centres on helping clients navigate complex accounting and regulatory requirements, including emerging asset classes such as digital assets and evolving risk landscapes. Andrew translates technical complexity into practical, workable solutions, enabling clients to respond to change with greater clarity and confidence.

Audrey Tong

Audrey is a trusted financial reporting advisor to clients in the energy and healthcare sectors, with experience across Singapore and international markets. She is often called on for complex and unique engagements, where sound judgement, technical depth, and commercial pragmatism are critical. In addition to supporting multinational clients, Audrey helps Singapore businesses and founder-led businesses strengthen their financial resilience, enhance reporting quality and respond to evolving regulatory requirements. She focuses on simplifying complexity into clear, workable solutions that support confident decision-making.

Dyane Blythe Uy

Dyane specialises in financial services assurance and risk governance with a focus on the insurance and payments sector. With a strong focus on business development, Dyane works closely with clients to navigate complex and evolving business challenges, bringing together the right elements to deliver practical, outcome-focused solutions. She has led regional audits and coordination efforts for regulated, multinational companies with operations across Asia Pacific, ensuring consistent financial reporting and governance across jurisdictions. Dyane is also a subcommittee member of Women in FinTech of the Singapore FinTech Association.

Jack Chew

Jack specialises in assurance and financial reporting, supporting clients across technology, digital infrastructure, energy and automotive sectors. He has deep experience in PCAOB integrated audits, Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) compliance, and advising on US IPO readiness, with a strong track record of leading complex, large-scale audit engagements and seamlessly delivering global audits from Singapore for multinationals operating across multiple jurisdictions. A strong advocate for responsible AI in audit, Jack applies AI to enhance quality and insight while continuing to provide practical, business-focused solutions and trusted advice to his clients.

Wei Kit Soo Tho

Wei Kit specialises in assurance services within the asset and wealth management sector, with a focus on private markets, particularly private equity and infrastructure. He also works closely with clients to bring new products to market, supporting the adoption of emerging technologies, including through his recent involvement in the audit of a retail tokenised fund. His broad range of experience across the asset management space enables him to deliver practical insights to his clients while also addressing evolving financial reporting considerations, particularly in today’s constantly evolving digital landscape. 

Deals

Bertrand Truong

Making deals happen, Bertrand advises clients on originating and executing M&A transactions, specialising in private equity deals and with a strong focus on optimising outcomes. He supports clients across the full divestment or acquisition process, balancing pricing negotiation, deal certainty and high-quality execution to deliver tailored, end-to-end support for complex transactions. He has extensive experience in private and listed company transactions, leveraging the capabilities of PwC Deals Advisory and its global network, and using AI to accelerate impact.

Khai Chuan Ng

Khai Chuan specialises in Financial Due Diligence and Valuations, supporting financial services clients and top-tier private equity firms across the full deal cycle, from origination and target evaluation to execution and post-deal value creation. He brings deep sector expertise and has led complex, multi-transaction roll-ups across Southeast Asia. He has also stepped in as interim CFO to help clients with post-deal operations and drive value creation after completion. Khai Chuan is also focused on advancing the firm’s AI agenda, driving the exploration and adoption of emerging tools and agent-led solutions to enhance efficiency and deliver greater value to clients.

Risk Services

Bhagya Perera

Bhagya is deeply experienced in cybersecurity, with expertise in safeguarding critical infrastructure and strengthening resilience across complex digital environments. He works with organisations across sectors to design and secure systems from the ground up, including developing cybersecurity capabilities for state-level entities locally and regionally. As AI reshapes the risk landscape, Bhagya focuses on advancing AI security—helping clients decode emerging risks and build secure, future-ready systems, while strengthening their cybersecurity posture as technologies evolve.

Charmaine Wee

Charmaine specialises in internal audit and risk management, with a strong focus on SOX engagements. She supports companies preparing for or listed in the US market across their IPO journey—strengthening internal controls, identifying gaps and addressing risks early to build robust governance frameworks. Known for her problem-solving approach, Charmaine works closely with clients to navigate complexity and deliver practical solutions. She is part of the AI adoption team across governance, risk and compliance (GRC), leveraging AI to realise time savings while strengthening oversight and enabling better decision-making.

Tax

Benjamin Tan

Benjamin focuses on tax compliance and advisory, particularly Pillar Two, with deep experience working with clients across energy, utilities and resources, transportation and logistics, and technology. As disparate systems and data silos continue to limit connected tax compliance for many organisations, he supports clients in transforming fragmented, manual processes into streamlined, technology-enabled, end-to-end solutions. His wealth of experience includes leading projects operationalising tax and Pillar Two compliance for multi-jurisdictional clients, helping to reduce the overall burden and cost of compliance.

Gary Foo

With a focus on the healthcare and pharmaceuticals sector, Gary specialises in intellectual property (IP) structuring, tax incentives, and Pillar Two tax advisory. Supporting multinational corporations in an increasingly heightened tax environment, he finds meaning in translating regulatory requirements into actionable insights that enable confident business growth while building trusted, long‑term relationships. His current projects include supporting MNCs with operationalising Pillar Two globally across more than 20 jurisdictions with differing and diverse local implementation nuances.

Kingston Ng

Focused on delivering with clarity in dynamic tax environments, Kingston specialises in international taxation, tax accounting and Pillar Two tax advisory. Committed to helping clients cut through fragmented data and evolving regulatory requirements, Kingston’s experience includes cross-border restructuring, high-value inbound intellectual property transactions, regional tax, and grant incentive negotiations and business divestures. Kingston is also part of the firm’s core Pillar Two and tax accounting team, and is advancing the use of AI to distil complex rules, enhance consistency and deliver sharper, more actionable insights.

Yan Ling Lam

Yan Ling is a specialist in tax planning and advisory, supporting multinational corporations and high-growth businesses with complex restructuring, particularly in their internationalisation plans. Working closely with business founders and entrepreneurs, she helps clients establish a strong presence in Singapore while navigating complex regulatory, commercial, and immigration and planning considerations. Known for her well-rounded and practical approach, Yan Ling is a trusted advisor who combines deep technical expertise with a strong commercial perspective.

Read more about our new partners at: https://www.pwc.com/sg/en/about-us/new-partners.html

About PwC

At PwC, we help clients build trust and reinvent so they can turn complexity into competitive advantage. We’re a tech-forward, people-empowered network with more than 364,000 people in 136 countries and 137 territories. Across audit and assurance, tax and legal, deals and consulting, we help clients build, accelerate, and sustain momentum. Find out more at www.pwc.com

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Edifier Unveils the G5 MAX Wireless Gaming Headset with Hi-Res Audio, 305-Hour Battery Life, THX® Spatial Audio+ and Professional-Grade Low-Latency Performance

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RICHMOND, BC, July 1, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Edifier International, the award-winning audio electronics designer, announces the launch of its latest innovation the G5 MAX wireless gaming headset, redefining immersive gaming audio with professional-grade acoustic performance, ultra-low latency connectivity, and industry-leading battery life. Designed for gamers, streamers, and audio enthusiasts, the G5 MAX combines advanced acoustic engineering with cutting-edge wireless and immersive audio technologies to deliver reference-quality sound, crystal-clear communication, and uncompromising all-day performance.

The HECATE G5 MAX sets a new benchmark in wireless gaming audio with powerful 53mm titanium-coated drivers, triple Hi-Res Audio certifications, AI-enhanced voice capture, and immersive THX® Spatial Audio+ with 7.1.4 virtual surround sound for enhanced positional accuracy and a realistic 360-degree soundstage. Combined with an industry-leading 305 hours of battery life, the G5 MAX is engineered for gamers and creators who demand precision, immersion, and all-day comfort in a premium next-generation wireless audio experience.

THX® Spatial Audio+

The G5 MAX features THX Spatial Audio+ for headsets to deliver a more immersive and competitive gaming experience. The advanced spatial audio technology enables users to detect critical directional cues with greater clarity and precision, including footsteps, environmental effects, and sounds from above in supported Windows 11 titles. Enhanced audio positioning helps gamers react faster and stay fully engaged during intense gameplay, while also creating a richer, more cinematic entertainment experience. Users can further personalize their listening experience through advanced audio controls such as EQ adjustment, Bass Boost, Vocal Clarity, and Volume Normalization, allowing tailored sound profiles for different content types and play styles.

Precision Audio Engineered for Competitive Performance

At the core of the G5 MAX are precision-tuned 53mm titanium-coated drivers equipped with advanced PEN titanium diaphragm technology. Engineered to deliver powerful bass, crystal-clear mids, and ultra-detailed highs with distortion levels below 1%, the headset creates an immersive listening experience tailored for competitive gaming, music, and multimedia entertainment. Backed by triple Hi-Res Audio certifications, the G5 MAX reproduces reference-grade sound with remarkable depth, accuracy, and detail.

Crystal-Clear Voice Communication with AI Noise Cancellation

To ensure exceptional communication in every environment, the G5 MAX integrates dual ENC microphones alongside a detachable 9.75mm unidirectional microphone. Enhanced with AI noise cancellation technology, the headset isolates the user’s voice with studio-quality clarity while minimizing unwanted background noise. Whether used for competitive gaming, live streaming, team coordination, or professional calls, the microphone system is designed to maintain clear and consistent voice transmission.

Ultra-Low Latency Wireless Connectivity Across Platforms

Built for uncompromising wireless performance, the G5 MAX features Bluetooth 6.0 with support for SBC and LHDC 5.0 codecs, enabling stable, high-fidelity wireless audio across multiple platforms and devices. For gamers demanding maximum responsiveness, the dedicated 2.4G wireless mode supports 48kHz audio and delivers ultra-low latency connectivity optimized for fast-paced gameplay where precision and synchronization are critical.

Industry-Leading 305-Hour Battery Life

One of the standout features of the G5 MAX is its massive 2000mAh battery, engineered to provide up to 305 hours of playback on a single charge. This ultra-long battery life significantly reduces charging interruptions and ensures uninterrupted performance during extended gaming sessions, travel, streaming, and daily entertainment use.

Built for Audiophiles, Gamers, and Content Creators

Combining premium acoustic engineering, low-latency wireless technology, AI-enhanced communication, and exceptional battery endurance, the HECATE G5 MAX is designed for professionals, enthusiasts, and creators seeking uncompromising audio fidelity and all-day performance in a premium wireless gaming headset.

Price & Availability:

The G5 MAX will be available in the United States starting on July 1, 2026, with an MSRP of USD $149.99, via Amazon.com and the official EDIFIER online store.

About Edifier:

Founded in 1996 and headquartered in Beijing, Edifier specializes in the design and manufacture of premium audio solutions that combine technological innovation, award-winning design, and superior acoustic performance for personal entertainment and professional use. Renowned for its expertise in acoustic engineering and high manufacturing standards, Edifier has become one of the world’s leading innovators in audio electronics. Its gaming brand, HECATE, extends this expertise into high-performance gaming headsets, speakers, and accessories designed to deliver immersive audio experiences for gamers worldwide.

More information about Edifier is available online at www.edifier.com/global/

About THX Ltd.

Founded in 1983 by filmmaker George Lucas, THX Ltd. today continues to excel at empowering great entertainment experiences. The company provides innovative modern technologies and the assurance of superior audio and visual fidelity that truthfully delivers the artist’s vision. THX offerings go beyond studios and cinemas to consumer electronics, content, automotive systems, and live entertainment. Its THX® Spatial Audio and THX Spatial Audio+, patent-rich THX AAA™ audio technologies, and world-class THX® Certification standards, help THX partners bring premium entertainment enjoyment to market in the cinema, home, and mobile lifestyle electronics. For more information, visit THX.com, find us on Facebook, Instagram and LinkedIn.

THX, THX Spatial Audio, and the THX Logo are the property of THX Ltd., registered in the U.S. and other countries. All other trademarks and copyrights are the property of their respective owners.

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Workbox and Serendipity Labs Announce Workspace Alliance, Giving Members Complimentary Coworking Benefits

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Members of Both Workspace Operators Will Offer Business-Hour Access to a Shared Portfolio of Over 30 Locations Nationwide Beginning July 1, 2026

CHICAGO and STAMFORD, Conn., July 1, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Workbox, a fast-growing workspace operator dedicated to providing solutions and resources to growing businesses, and Serendipity Labs, one of the leading international outsourced workplace providers, today announced a workspace alliance designed to significantly expand workspace access and flexibility for their respective members.

As part of this new alliance, members of both Workbox and Serendipity Labs will enjoy complimentary access credits to any location within the combined workspace portfolio of 32 locations across 23 markets, spanning across all major regions of the United States, Monday through Friday from 8:30am to 5pm.

“This alliance reflects our shared commitment to delivering greater benefits and value for our members,” said John Wallace, CEO and Founder of Workbox. “By joining forces with Serendipity Labs, we’re giving our existing community the freedom to work where they need to be—without compromising on quality or consistency. The geographical diversity of our two portfolios, combined with both companies’ commitment to best-in-class member experience, makes this a natural and powerful fit.”  

Simon Moore, COO of Serendipity Labs echoed the sentiment, stating, “Our members value mobility and high-quality service. By partnering with Workbox, we’re expanding our network to provide dynamic, productive workspaces wherever their business leads them, all while maintaining the consistent support our members rely on.”

Key Benefits Include:

Expanded Access and Flexibility: Ideal for hybrid teams, business travelers, and growing companies needing multi-city workspace solutions.Consistent Experience: Both Workbox and Serendipity Labs maintain comparable amenities and high standards in hospitality, design, and technology, ensuring members feel at home in any location.Broader Professional Community: The combined membership base encompasses over 13,000 active professionals, offering greater connectivity to more industries and an even broader business community.

This alliance comes as demand for flexible workspace solutions continues to accelerate, driven by hybrid work and professionals seeking quality options when travelling. By expanding their network to each other’s members, Workbox and Serendipity Labs aim to set a new standard for coworking accessibility and member experience.

Access to the combined network will be available starting on July 1, 2026, with members able to book and utilize partner locations through their respective platforms.

About Workbox
Workbox Holdings, Inc. is national workspace operator that offers access to an unparalleled community of growing businesses, intentional programming, and a professional partner network with the express purpose of building relationships and accelerating business development. Its workspace products include private offices, dedicated desks, floating memberships, as well as on-demand day passes, meeting rooms, and event space. Headquartered in Chicago, IL, Workbox has 13 locations in 7 cities across the U.S.
Web: www.workboxcompany.com

About Serendipity Labs
Headquartered in Stamford, CT, Serendipity Labs Inc. is a flexible office space company that develops and operates its upscale coworking brand as an outsourced workplace service in the U.S. and U.K. Its network of locations offers highly hosted workplaces that cater to the knowledge workforce with private offices, coworking, meeting and event facilities, and all-access Worktopia™ memberships. Companies of all sizes rely on Serendipity Labs for compliant outsourced workplace solutions, including Accenture, ADP, American Express, Amazon, AT&T, EY, JP Morgan, Netflix, PwC, Tesla, Verizon, and many others. Web: www.serendipitylabs.com 

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Endpoint Security Market worth $28.06 billion by 2031 | Report by MarketsandMarkets™

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DELRAY BEACH, Fla., July 1, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — According to MarketsandMarkets™, the Endpoint Security Market is projected to grow from USD 17.76 billion in 2026 to USD 28.06 billion by 2031, registering a CAGR of 9.6% during the forecast period (2026-2031).

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Endpoint Security Market Size & Forecast:

Market Size Available for Years: 2020–20312025 Market Size: USD 16.33 billion2026 Market Size: USD 17.76 billion2031 Projected Market Size: USD 28.06 billionCAGR (2026–2031): 9.6%

Endpoint Security Market Trends & Insights:

The growing regulatory compliance requirements and rising investments in AI-driven threat detection, behavioral analytics, and security automation are creating significant opportunities for market growth.By type, asset discovery & management is expected to experience the highest CAGR of 12.8% during the forecast period.By enforcement point, POS terminals are expected to register the highest CAGR of 11.9% during the forecast period.By organization size, the SMEs segment is projected to register a higher CAGR of 10.7%.By vertical, the BFSI segment dominated with a share of 16.4%.North America is expected to have the largest market share of 41.4% in 2025.

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Endpoint security has become a critical element of enterprise cybersecurity as organizations continue to expand digital operations across cloud environments, hybrid workplaces, and geographically distributed networks. The increasing frequency of ransomware attacks, phishing campaigns, and advanced malware targeting endpoint devices has accelerated the adoption of robust endpoint security solutions. Simultaneously, growing regulatory compliance requirements and rising investments in AI-driven threat detection, behavioral analytics, and security automation are creating significant opportunities for market growth. Modern endpoint security platforms integrate capabilities such as endpoint protection, endpoint detection and response (EDR), device and application control, vulnerability management, encryption, and centralized policy enforcement to prevent, detect, investigate, and remediate cyber threats. Supporting services, including consulting, deployment and integration, managed security, incident response, training, and maintenance, help organizations enhance cyber resilience, strengthen endpoint visibility, reduce security risks, and ensure consistent protection across increasingly complex IT environments.

By enforcement point, the POS terminals segment is anticipated to record the fastest growth

By enforcement point, the POS terminals segment is anticipated to record the highest growth owing to the increasing need to protect payment systems from malware, ransomware, and credential theft. The mobile devices segment is also witnessing strong adoption of endpoint security solutions as hybrid work, BYOD policies, and enterprise mobility continue to expand. Demand for security across other endpoint types, including IoT and specialized enterprise devices, is rising as organizations seek comprehensive protection for increasingly diverse endpoint ecosystems. Servers and workstations remain essential enforcement points, supported by ongoing investments in enterprise endpoint protection and centralized security management.

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By deployment mode, the cloud segment is expected to outpace the on-premises segment

By deployment mode, the cloud segment is expected to outpace the on-premises segment due to its scalability, centralized management capabilities, rapid deployment, and ability to secure geographically distributed workforces. On-premises solutions continue to maintain demand among organizations with stringent regulatory, compliance, and data sovereignty requirements.

APAC to be the fastest-growing Endpoint Security Market during the forecast period

The Asia Pacific region, comprising major economies such as China, Japan, India, Australia, Singapore, South Korea, and other emerging digital economies, continues to witness rapid adoption of endpoint security solutions as organizations accelerate digital transformation, cloud migration, and AI adoption. According to the IBM X-Force Threat Intelligence Index 2026, Asia Pacific accounted for 27% of global cyber incidents in 2025, making it the second most targeted region globally. The report identified malware (45%) as the most common attack method, while the manufacturing sector accounted for 68% of incidents, followed by finance and insurance (19%) and transportation (25%). These trends are driving enterprises to strengthen Endpoint Protection Platforms (EPP), Endpoint Detection and Response (EDR), and Zero Trust architectures to secure increasingly distributed digital environments.

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Top Companies Endpoint Security Market:

The Top Companies in Endpoint Security Market include Microsoft (US), Broadcom (US), Palo Alto Networks (US), CrowdStrike (US), TrendAI (Trend Micro) (Japan), Fortinet (US), Trellix (US), Kaspersky (Russia), Sophos (UK), and Cybereason (US).

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