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Agoda: China Leads Inbound Travel Interest Growth to Indonesia in H1 2026

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Malaysia and Singapore remain Indonesia’s top source markets; Sukabumi emerges as a rising star

SINGAPORE, July 10, 2026 /PRNewswire/ –Digital travel platform Agoda has released the latest insights on travel trends in Indonesia for the first half of 2026, revealing strong momentum for inbound travel interest from travelers across the Asia Pacific region. Based on accommodation searches made between January and June 2026 compared to 2025, Agoda reports that Malaysia and Singapore rank as Indonesia’s top two contributors to inbound travel interest, dethroning South Korea, which now ranks third. Australia follows in fourth place, while China emerges as the fastest-growing source market expressing travel interest to Indonesia, entering the top 5 ranks for the first time, overtaking Japan.

Travelers from China fuel stronger interest in Indonesia in 2026

Rising interest in Indonesia reflects shifting travel preferences across the region, with more travelers seeking a broader mix of destinations and experiences. Among Indonesia’s major inbound markets, China recorded the highest year-on-year growth in travel interest at 44%. The momentum is likely to continue throughout 2026 as Indonesia recently announced the introduction of new flight routes to expanded air connectivity between the two markets.

Agoda also reports growth in interest from Malaysia and Singapore at 18% and 17% respectively, underscoring rising interest from Southeast Asian travelers even as appetite softens from some destinations in North Asia such as Japan and South Korea. The shift in travel preferences is also likely reinforced by the weakening rupiah, which has made Indonesia even more attractive to travelers prioritizing value.

Bali retains #1 spot for inbound travelers; Sukabumi emerges as a rising star

Agoda’s data also highlights the destinations attracting the most international travelers to Indonesia, with Bali, Jakarta, Batam Island, Lombok, and Bandung ranking as the top five most searched destinations. While Bali continues to lead as the country’s most sought-after destination, Jakarta and Batam’s ranking points to growing interest in urban gateways and border-island destinations, alongside established leisure hotspots like Lombok and Bandung.

Beyond the top destinations, Agoda’s data also points to rising interest in emerging locations across Indonesia. Sukabumi emerged as the fastest-growing destination, with traveler interest rising 4.6x, driven by its lush highlands, waterfalls, and geopark landscapes. In eastern Indonesia, Manado and Gorontalo ranked as the 2nd and 3rd fastest-growing destinations, with searches growing around 3x compared to H1 last year. These destinations attract travelers with their rich marine biodiversity, distinctive local culture, and vibrant culinary offerings.

Gede Gunawan, Senior Country Director, Indonesia at Agoda, shared, “Indonesia’s appeal is clearly broadening, especially among travelers from China and Southeast Asia. The strong growth in interest to destinations like Sukabumi, Manado and Gorontalo show that travelers are eager to explore more of what Indonesia has to offer beyond Bali. The combination of affordability, accessibility, and diverse experiences positions Indonesia well for continued growth in travel interest through the rest of 2026. Agoda remains committed to supporting Indonesia’s tourism growth with a seamless platform that makes travel more accessible and easier to plan.”

With over 130,000 flight routes, more than 6 million holiday properties, and over 300,000 activities, Agoda enables travelers to plan and combine every part of their journey in one place. Discover the best deals on Agoda’s mobile app and visit Agoda.com to plan your next trip.

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Sivers Board Completes Purchase of Shares as Approved at the June 2026 AGM

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KISTA, Sweden, July 13, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Sivers Semiconductors AB (STO: SIVE), a global leader in photonics and wireless technologies, today announced that last week, Board members Bami Bastani, Karin Raj, Helena Svancar, Todd Thomson, and Joakim Nideborn completed the purchase of shares as approved at the AGM. As part of Sivers’ commitment to maintaining alignment between the Board and shareholders, these shares must be held for a period of at least 12 months. Along with the Board members, Sivers Semiconductors CEO also made an additional share purchase in the Company.

For more information, please visit https://www.sivers-semiconductors.com/

About Sivers Semiconductors

We are Critical Enablers of a Greener Data Economy with Energy Efficient Photonics & Wireless Solutions. Our differentiated high precision laser and RF beamformer technologies help our customers in key markets such as AI Data Centers, SATCOM, Defense and Telecom solve essential performance challenges while enabling a much greener footprint. Visit us at: www.sivers-semiconductors.com (SIVE:ST).

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Heine Thorsgaard
CFO, Sivers Semiconductors
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Former INTERPOL President H.E. Ahmed Naser Al-Raisi Joins Robo.ai as Chairman of Neurovia AI to Build Trusted, Sovereign AI Infrastructure in the UAE and GCC Region

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ABU DHABI, UAE, July 13, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Robo.ai Inc. (NASDAQ: AIIO) (the “Company”) today announced the appointment of H.E. Ahmed Naser Al-Raisi, former President of INTERPOL, as Chairman of its subsidiary Neurovia AI, effective immediately. The appointment marks a significant strengthening of governance and security oversight following Neurovia AI’s integration into Robo.ai, and underscores Robo.ai’s commitment to building trusted, sovereign AI infrastructure in the UAE.

H.E. Al-Raisi brings more than four decades of experience in the digital transformation of public services and in global digital security governance, with expertise spanning national-level data compliance, cross-border digital risk management, and the development of sovereign-grade AI security frameworks. He served as President of INTERPOL from 2021 to 2025, the first President from the Middle East in the organization’s century-long history.

As Chairman, H.E. Al-Raisi will lead the Board of Neurovia AI, aligning the company’s development with the UAE’s national AI strategy, strengthening top-level security governance, supporting the company’s engagement with government and enterprise customers as well as its international expansion, and providing guidance on the company’s long-term strategy, compliance and governance.

“Data infrastructure is the cornerstone of the artificial intelligence era, and building this foundation requires high standards and responsible security governance,” said H.E. Al-Raisi. “I look forward to working with the Board and the management team to establish a robust and compliant data security framework and to support the sound development of the region’s AI industry.”

About Neurovia AI Limited

Neurovia AI provides AI visual data processing and visual infrastructure through its NeuroStream™ platform. Dedicated to transitioning visual data from human viewing to machine understanding, the company utilizes AI-native compression and edge computing to address data bottlenecks in Physical AI. Its technology serves autonomous driving, smart cities, and intelligent manufacturing, providing a foundational layer for global machine perception and collaboration.

About Robo.ai Inc.

Robo.ai Inc. (NASDAQ: AIIO) is a technology company dedicated to building an artificial intelligence machine economy platform. Its mission is to integrate smart terminals through AI software, intelligent hardware, and smart assets to construct a unified artificial intelligence operating system and a blockchain-empowered ecosystem to pioneer an intelligent future.

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Zylpha Launches First AI-Powered Features to Help Build Court Bundles Faster

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New features aim to reduce the time it takes to create a bundle by 20%

SOUTHAMPTON, England, July 13, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Zylpha, a leading provider of digital court bundling software, has announced the launch of the company’s first suite of AI-powered assistive tools designed to streamline bundle creation and reduce repetitive administrative tasks for legal professionals.

Zylpha Auto introduces intelligent automation directly into the bundle creation process, helping users generate suggested document titles and dates with just a few clicks. 

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The launch represents a significant milestone in Zylpha’s product development roadmap and marks the beginning of a broader programme of AI-powered innovation across its court bundling platform.

Helping Legal Professionals Work More Efficiently

Developed over the past 12 months in collaboration with selected clients and partners, Zylpha Auto has been designed to address a growing challenge facing legal teams: managing increasingly large and complex court bundles containing hundreds, or even thousands of documents.

By reducing the need for manual review and data entry, the new feature helps users organise bundle contents more efficiently while improving consistency and accuracy.

Tim Long, CEO of Zylpha, said:

“Artificial intelligence is rapidly changing how professionals interact with software, and we believe there is a significant opportunity to use AI to simplify some of the more repetitive aspects of court bundle creation.

“Zylpha Auto has been developed as an assistive tool that helps legal professionals work faster and more efficiently while maintaining full control over their bundles. 

“In our testing, we saw a reduction in the time taken to create a bundle by over 20%, this is a significant time saving that we know will benefit our users greatly. 

“This is the first step in our wider AI strategy, and we’re excited to continue developing practical AI solutions that deliver genuine value to our clients.”

Introducing Zylpha Auto

Zylpha Auto is the umbrella brand for the company’s AI-powered features. The first release focuses on enhancing document management within the bundle editor.

When adding documents to a bundle, users can select the new “Auto” option, which analyses the chosen files and provides intelligent suggestions, including:

Improved document titlesAlternative document dates

Users can choose whether they want to generate document titles, dates, or both before reviewing and applying the suggested updates.

To ensure transparency, any AI-assisted changes are clearly identified with a dedicated Auto icon within the platform.

AI as an Assistant, Not a Replacement

Zylpha has emphasised that its AI tools are designed to support legal professionals rather than replace them.

All suggestions generated by Zylpha Auto remain under user control, allowing legal teams to review, accept, or reject recommendations before finalising their bundles.

“We see AI as a practical assistant that complements the expertise of legal professionals,” added Long. “Our goal is to remove repetitive administration so users can focus on higher-value legal work.”

The Start of a Wider AI Roadmap

The launch of Zylpha Auto represents the first phase of a wider AI development programme. The company is already working on additional AI-powered enhancements aimed at further reducing manual effort throughout the court bundling workflow.

Future updates will focus on helping legal professionals save time, improve productivity, and manage increasingly complex documentation requirements more effectively.

About Zylpha

Founded in 2004 and based in Southampton, Zylpha is a leading legal technology company specialising in innovative Court bundling software. The company develops cutting-edge tools designed to streamline the document bundling process for law firms and legal teams, helping legal professionals create compliant, professional Court bundles efficiently and accurately.

Zylpha’s solutions are trusted by a wide range of legal organisations, from small practices to large firms and in-house legal teams. By automating time-consuming manual processes, its technology significantly reduces the administrative burden associated with building Court compliant bundles in a timely manner. This enables legal professionals to work faster, minimise errors and maintain compliance with evolving requirements.

Built with usability and accuracy in mind, Zylpha’s platform integrates seamlessly into existing workflows, supporting collaboration and ensuring consistency across matters. The cloud-based platform is continually enhanced to reflect changes in legal procedure and user needs, ensuring clients benefit from reliable, future-ready tools.

Zylpha is committed to helping the legal sector embrace digital transformation by improving efficiency, reducing costs and allowing lawyers to focus on delivering exceptional client service. Through a combination of innovation, expertise and customer-focused development, the company continues to support legal teams in producing high-quality bundles with confidence.

For more information, visit www.zylpha.com

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