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Cruise Planners Brings Its “A” Game, Setting the Pace for AI Innovation in Travel
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With 23 innovations in 2026, Cruise Planners raises the bar for AI-powered travel technology, transforming how advisors research, market, sell and grow their businesses
CORAL SPRINGS, Fla., Oct. 19, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Cruise Planners is once again setting the pace for artificial intelligence (AI) and technology innovation in the travel industry, unveiling a powerful new generation of AI-driven solutions at its annual CP World conference. With 23 innovations introduced in 2026, Cruise Planners continues to push the boundaries of what’s possible, delivering sophisticated, proprietary technology designed to give its franchise owners a distinct competitive advantage.
While much of the travel industry continues to explore the possibilities of artificial intelligence, Cruise Planners is putting AI into action across nearly every aspect of an advisor’s business. From conversational vacation research and predictive sales intelligence to automated digital marketing and connected itinerary management, the company’s expanding technology ecosystem helps advisors work smarter, sell more and deliver exceptional personalized service.
The five featured innovations—Maxx Assist, Maxx Reach, Genius Agents, enhanced Trip Summary and Maxx SharePlace—represent the next evolution of Cruise Planners’ commitment to technology leadership. Unveiled before more than 1,300 travel advisors and suppliers at CP World 2026, these innovations build on an extensive suite of proprietary tools designed to keep Cruise Planners advisors ahead of the competition.
“At Cruise Planners, we don’t wait for the future of travel technology. We build it,” said Michelle Fee, CEO and Founder of Cruise Planners. “We’ve always believed that technology should be one of the greatest competitive advantages we give our franchise owners, and AI is taking that commitment to an entirely new level. While others are still talking about what AI can do, we’re delivering powerful, practical solutions that are transforming how our advisors run their businesses. From identifying the next sales opportunity to researching an entire vacation in minutes, we’re putting AI to work in ways that drive real results. Our mission is simple: to give Cruise Planners advisors the most innovative technology and the strongest competitive advantage possible.”
AI That Works. Innovation That Leads.
Maxx Assist: Revolutionizing Vacation Research with Conversational AI.
Built directly into Cruise Planners’ technology ecosystem, the AI-powered tool helps advisors research flights, transfers, pre- and post-cruise hotels, excursions, insurance quotes and more through a single conversational, natural language interface. For an existing cruise booking, Maxx Assist understands where clients are traveling and when, giving advisors a contextual starting point for building the complete trip faster, smarter and easier.
Maxx Reach: Transforming Predictive AI into Revenue Opportunities.
Each week, the AI-powered sales tool matches promotions, offers and sailings with clients based on a myriad of signals including past travel, marketing behaviors, supplier loyalty and predictive analysis. Recommendations include a Maxx Reach Score indicating the strength of the opportunity, a suggested brand, offer or sailing, and talking points to help start the conversation. Within CP Maxx, advisors can act on recommendations by sending an eCard, creating a flyer and tracking outreach.
Genius Agents: An AI-Powered Digital Marketing Workforce.
Three specialized AI-powered agents help advisors get found, build trust and stay visible. The Reputation Agent creates on-brand responses to online reviews and flags sensitive feedback for personal attention. The Search Agent optimizes local business listings to improve search visibility. The Social Agent creates and publishes on-brand content tailored to individual businesses, routing sensitive content for human review. The agents learn from advisor feedback and actions over time to refine their responses and recommendations.
Trip Summary: Redefining the Itinerary Experience.
The upgraded itinerary builder within CP Maxx introduces a refreshed interface, flexible free-form proposal sections, expanded supplier lookups, integrated hotel imagery and client-view tracking. Two-way synchronization between Trip Summary and advisor bookings reduces duplicate entry and helps keep trip information current. Advisors can also import details from any supplier confirmation for tours, hotels and flights, reducing manual entry while creating polished, comprehensive itineraries. With sophisticated new capabilities and seamless integration within CP Maxx, Trip Summary delivers a powerful itinerary-building experience that rivals standalone solutions while remaining included at no additional cost for Cruise Planners advisors.
Maxx SharePlace: Powering Collaboration Across the Cruise Planners Network.
The new resource-sharing space allows advisors to contribute and access templates, text snippets, Maxx Creator flyers, newsletter assets, information buckets and other materials created by their peers. Inspired by collaboration already taking place across the Cruise Planners network, Maxx SharePlace makes practical advisor expertise easier to share and reuse throughout the network.
Beyond AI Tools: Building the Future of the Travel Advisor Business
Cruise Planners’ technology leadership goes beyond the number of innovations it introduces. The company’s greatest differentiator is how its proprietary tools, AI-powered intelligence and marketing capabilities work together to create a smarter, more connected business environment for its franchise owners.
Through its proprietary CP Maxx platform, Cruise Planners continues to integrate artificial intelligence, predictive sales intelligence, marketing automation, booking capabilities, itinerary management and business analytics into a comprehensive technology ecosystem designed specifically for travel advisors.
From identifying the next sales opportunity with Maxx Reach and simplifying vacation research through Maxx Assist to creating seamless itineraries with Trip Summary, automating digital marketing with Genius Agents and sharing resources through Maxx SharePlace, each innovation contributes to a more efficient and connected advisor experience.
Together, these advancements represent a fundamental shift from technology that simply helps advisors complete tasks to intelligent solutions that proactively uncover opportunities, automate processes and support business growth.
Cruise Planners isn’t simply adding AI to its technology platform. It’s building an AI-powered business ecosystem designed to give its advisors a competitive advantage at every stage of their business.
An Unmatched Commitment to Technology Innovation.
The CP World announcements extend a year of innovations across consumer discovery, advisor operations and client engagement. Redesigned corporate and franchise websites support visibility and connections with travelers, while the CP Mobile redesign makes it easier for clients to find inspiration, book vacations, manage trips and reach their advisor. Direct hotel consumer booking adds another way for travelers to book through advisor digital channels.
“Every year, I think Cruise Planners can’t possibly top what they’ve already created, and then they introduce innovations like these,” said Alena Einfeldt, Cruise Planners franchise owner based in Hollywood, Florida. “What’s most exciting is how much time these AI-powered tools are going to give back to us. Between simplifying vacation research, automating marketing, and identifying new sales opportunities, we’re eliminating hours of work that used to be done manually. That means more time to connect with clients, close sales and focus on growing our businesses. It’s another example of why Cruise Planners continues to lead the industry in technology and innovation.”
Additional innovations include Flight Tracker enhancements, Ask Maxx V2, the Maxx Intelligence redesign, AI Cruise Import, AI Cruise Search, Hotel Sheets, Additional Rates, Maxx Media, the My Settings redesign and the Maxx Adventures Game. These tools expand research and selling capabilities, simplify access to business insights and marketing assets, and make training more interactive.
Cruise Planners’ specialty marketing magazines—including the River & Expedition Guide, Romance Guide and Luxury Look Book—give advisors evergreen content to inspire travelers and showcase specialized experiences. Digital editions are available at no cost through advisor websites, extending their value beyond the initial launch.
CP World Brings the “Game On” Theme to Life
CP World 2026 brings together more than 1,300 Cruise Planners advisors and suppliers in Fort Lauderdale for education, training, networking and a first look at the company’s latest innovations. With a “Game On” theme, the conference reinforces Cruise Planners’ commitment to equipping franchise owners with the technology, marketing resources and business development opportunities they need to stay ahead of the competition.
Held at the Broward County Convention Center, CP World features travel industry partners, breakout sessions, a trade show, and presentations, panels and fireside chats with senior executives from leading cruise, tour and resort brands. The experience extends beyond the convention center with ship tours, professional headshots and networking, followed by a four-night conference sailing aboard Princess Cruises’ Star Princess to Grand Turk, featuring additional educational sessions at sea.
Beyond the announcements and experiences, CP World reflects Cruise Planners’ larger vision for the future of travel—one where cutting-edge technology, AI-powered innovation and the expertise of professional travel advisors come together to create an extraordinary competitive advantage.
“Technology innovation has always been part of our DNA, and we’re accelerating that investment like never before,” said Fee. “Our advisors deserve more than tools that help them keep up. They deserve technology that puts them ahead. That’s why we continue to push boundaries, challenge what’s possible and deliver solutions that give our franchise owners an extraordinary competitive advantage. AI is transforming our industry, and Cruise Planners is committed to leading that transformation.”
With 23 innovations introduced in 2026, Cruise Planners is demonstrating that its commitment to technology leadership goes far beyond announcements. By combining powerful AI capabilities, proprietary technology, industry-leading marketing programs and comprehensive advisor education, Cruise Planners is equipping its franchise owners to work smarter, grow their businesses and deliver exceptional client experiences.
For Cruise Planners, “Game On” is more than a conference theme. It’s a commitment to staying ahead of the competition, redefining what’s possible and leading the next era of travel technology and AI innovation.
For additional information about Cruise Planners, CP World 2026 or the company’s latest technology and marketing innovations, please contact LeAnne Weekes at PR@CruisePlanners.com.
About Cruise Planners
Cruise Planners was founded in 1994 and is the nation’s largest home-based travel agent franchise network. As a leader in the travel franchise industry, Cruise Planners positions a nation-wide network of 3,000 franchise owners for success by providing innovative marketing programs, proprietary and cutting-edge booking and technology tools, as well as professional development and hands-on training with the industry’s top executives. The company continues to be an industry leader and was named the No.1 travel franchise by Entrepreneur magazine for 18 consecutive years and was awarded by Franchise Business Review as “Best-In-Category” for 3 years.
Cruise Planners received a 99% franchise owner satisfaction report from Franchise Business Review for 2023, 2024 and 2025. Franchise Business Review also ranked Cruise Planners #3 OVERALL on their list of Top 200 Franchises. Cruise Planners was recently featured in Entrepreneur as one of the top 30 franchise innovators in technology, has been consistently named as one of the Top Women-Owned Businesses by the South Florida Business Journal, is on the Inc. 5000 list as one of the fastest-growing private companies in America, and was recognized as one of the Top Workplaces by the Sun Sentinel.
Visit our website, www.cruiseplanners.com, for more information or to view the complete list of awards and honors. For those interested in becoming a franchise owner, please visit https://www.cruiseplannersfranchise.com/.
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Korean Buyers Invited to Connect with Chinese Suppliers at C-TOUCH & DISPLAY and FILM & TAPE EXPO 2026
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SHENZHEN, China, Oct. 20, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Featuring Korea Day business matchmaking, next-generation display technologies and advanced functional materials, the October exhibitions offer Korean industry professionals new opportunities to explore suppliers and strengthen cross-border partnerships.
As demand grows for advanced displays, semiconductor technologies and high-performance materials, C-TOUCH & DISPLAY SHENZHEN 2026 and FILM & TAPE EXPO 2026 will welcome Korean buyers and industry professionals to Shenzhen, China, from October 27–29. The exhibitions will provide opportunities to discover new technologies, meet Chinese manufacturers and explore business partnerships across the electronics, display, automotive and advanced materials supply chains.
C-TOUCH: Exploring Next-Generation Display and Semiconductor Technologies
C-TOUCH & DISPLAY SHENZHEN 2026 will showcase technologies spanning OLED, Micro LED, flexible displays, touch panels, e-paper, commercial displays, automotive displays and AI+AR smart glasses. As display technologies converge with AI computing, optical communications and semiconductor packaging, the exhibition will connect Korean visitors with suppliers developing materials, components, manufacturing equipment and integrated solutions.
A key highlight is the TGV Glass Substrate Advanced Packaging Zone, where visitors can explore eight major process stages, including laser induction, etching, chemical vapor deposition (CVD), physical vapor deposition (PVD), electroplating, chemical mechanical planarization (CMP), coating and photolithography.
FILM & TAPE EXPO: Functional Materials for Electronics and Advanced Manufacturing
FILM & TAPE EXPO 2026 will bring together suppliers of functional films, optical films, protective and release films, polyimide (PI) films, adhesive tapes, optical clear adhesives (OCA), thermal-management materials and precision converting equipment.
The exhibition will also cover coating, laminating, slitting, rewinding, inspection and die-cutting technologies. These solutions support applications across consumer electronics, semiconductors, automotive electronics, batteries and energy storage, PCB/FPC and industrial manufacturing.
Korea Day: Connecting Korean Buyers with Chinese Suppliers
A major opportunity for Korean visitors will be Korea Day, a dedicated buyer–supplier matchmaking initiative designed to facilitate business connections between Korean industry professionals and Chinese suppliers.
The program will provide a focused setting for buyers to communicate their sourcing needs, explore relevant products and technologies, and discuss potential cooperation directly with suppliers. For companies seeking new sourcing options, manufacturing partners or materials for product development, Korea Day can help make exhibition visits more targeted and productive.
Easier Travel: China’s 30-Day Visa-Free Policy for South Korean Citizens
Travel planning has also become more convenient for eligible Korean visitors. Under China’s current unilateral visa-free policy, South Korean citizens holding ordinary passports may enter China without a visa for stays of up to 30 days for business, tourism, family or friends visits, exchange visits and transit.
The policy has been extended through December 31, 2026. Visitors should consult the Chinese Embassy in the Republic of Korea for the latest official guidance.
Register to Visit Shenzhen This October
C-TOUCH & DISPLAY SHENZHEN 2026 and FILM & TAPE EXPO 2026 will take place October 27–29 at Shenzhen World Exhibition & Convention Center in Bao’an, Shenzhen, China.
C-TOUCH & DISPLAY SHENZHEN 2026: Pre-register here
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RX Kuozhan is a joint venture between Reed Exhibitions and Kuozhan Exhibition Services (Shanghai) Co., Ltd., established in 2015. The company organizes a portfolio of industry-leading exhibitions serving the display, touch technology, functional films, adhesive materials, commercial display and advanced materials sectors. Through its exhibitions and industry engagement initiatives, RX Kuozhan connects manufacturers, technology providers, buyers and industry professionals, facilitating business partnerships, technology exchange and cross-industry collaboration in China and international markets.
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What’s Next for Webull Corporation Shareholders After 19.09% Stock Drop? Glancy Prongay Wolke & Rotter LLP Explains Securities Fraud Class Action Lead Plaintiff Deadline
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Complaint alleges Webull Corporation misled investors between April 26, 2025 and October 6, 2026; investors may seek lead plaintiff role by December 7, 2026
LOS ANGELES, Oct. 19, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Glancy Prongay Wolke & Rotter LLP (“Glancy”) announced today that the class action lawsuit covers investors who bought Webull Corporation (“Webull” or the “Company”) (NASDAQ: BULL) securities between April 26, 2025 and October 6, 2026. The Webull Corporation case, Ward v. Webull Corporation et al., was filed on October 8, 2026 in the U.S. District Court Middle District of Florida (Tampa) (Case No. 8:26-cv-03052).
Investors who suffered losses on Webull Corporation investments can submit their Webull Corporation loss information here before the December 7, 2026 lead plaintiff deadline.
Key dates in the Webull Corporation case
Class period: April 26, 2025 to October 6, 2026Complaint filed: October 8, 2026Lead plaintiff deadline: December 7, 2026
What happened?
On October 7, 2026, the bipartisan House Select Committee on China issued a report which found “a profound gap” between Webull’s public marketing as “an American company” and actual control of the alleged St. Petersburg, Florida-based firm. The committee reportedly found “Webull’s ownership architecture, technical workforce, technology infrastructure, cross-border data routing, corporate financing, and compliance frameworks are tied in structural ways to the People’s Republic of China.” The Select Committee also reportedly found that Webull initially told the Select Committee that it had no offices or employees in China, while Webull’s mainland China subsidiary in fact employed approximately 863 employees, or 62% of Webull’s global workforce.
Webull Corporation stock fell $1.39 or 19.09%, to close at $5.89 on October 7, 2026, thereby injuring investors.
What is the Webull Corporation lawsuit about?
The Webull Corporation securities lawsuit alleges that, between April 26, 2025 and October 6, 2026, defendants made materially false and/or misleading statements and failed to disclose material adverse facts about Webull Corporation’s business, operations, and prospects. Specifically, the complaint alleges defendants failed to disclose that: (1) Webull’s mainland China operations were not limited to research and development and technical support functions, but rather Webull’s software development, data pipelines, and core engineering depended on PRC-based personnel and on infrastructure subject to Chinese law; (2) Webull’s ownership structure, technical workforce, technology infrastructure, cross-border data routing, financing, and compliance structure were structurally tied to China; (3) as a result, Webull’s representations that its principal business operations were based in the U.S. and that its U.S. customer data was insulated from non-U.S. access materially overstated Webull’s independence from the PRC; and (4) as a result, defendants’ positive statements about Webull Corporation’s business, operations, and prospects were materially misleading and/or lacked a reasonable basis.
“The complaint filed against Webull Corporation alleges that, among other things, the Company failed to disclose that Webull’s mainland China operations were not limited to research and development and technical support functions, but rather Webull’s software development, data pipelines, and core engineering depended on PRC-based personnel and on infrastructure subject to Chinese law. For investors who bought during the class period, the December 7, 2026 deadline is the first major step in this case,” said Charles H. Linehan, Partner at Glancy Prongay Wolke & Rotter LLP.
What’s the next step?
Glancy Prongay Wolke & Rotter LLP is a leading national shareholder rights law firm, ready to assist Webull Corporation investors in potentially pursuing claims to recover their losses.
If you wish to serve as lead plaintiff in the Webull Corporation class action, you must move the Court no later than December 7, 2026. To learn more about your rights, visit the Webull Corporation case page, email shareholders@glancylaw.com, or call 310-201-9150 (toll-free: 888-773-9224).
You may retain counsel of your choice. If you bought Webull Corporation securities during the class period, you may take no action and remain an absent class member. No class has been certified yet in the Webull Corporation case.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is eligible? Investors who purchased or otherwise acquired Webull Corporation securities between April 26, 2025 and October 6, 2026 and suffered losses may be members of the proposed class in the Webull Corporation shareholder lawsuit. Any class member may ask the court to appoint them lead plaintiff by December 7, 2026.
What is a lead plaintiff? In the Webull Corporation class action, the lead plaintiff is the investor, or group of investors, that the court appoints to represent all class members and oversee the case. Under the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act, courts generally presume the movant with the largest financial interest is the most adequate lead plaintiff.
Do I have to be lead plaintiff to recover? No. A Webull Corporation investor’s ability to share in any future recovery does not depend on serving as lead plaintiff. Webull Corporation investors may take no action and remain absent class members.
What is the deadline? Motions to serve as lead plaintiff in the Webull Corporation class action must be filed by December 7, 2026.
Does it cost anything to contact Glancy or participate in this action? Glancy represents Webull Corporation investors on a contingency fee basis, which means investors pay no attorneys’ fees unless there is a recovery. Any fees are subject to court approval and are paid from the recovery.
Can I choose my own lawyer? Yes. Webull Corporation investors may retain counsel of their choice.
Why work with Glancy on the Webull Corporation lawsuit? Glancy Prongay Wolke & Rotter LLP is a premier law firm with decades of experience representing investors and consumers in securities litigation and other complex class action litigation. Contact Glancy about the Webull Corporation lawsuit. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.
About Glancy Prongay Wolke & Rotter LLP
Glancy was named one of Law360’s Securities Groups of the Year and ranked second in total investor recoveries by ISS Securities Class Action Services in 2025.
Glancy’s successes have been widely covered by leading news and industry publications, including The Wall Street Journal, The Financial Times, Bloomberg Businessweek, Reuters, the Associated Press, Barron’s, Investor’s Business Daily, Forbes, and Money.
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NetDragon Partners with Jiuzhou Culture to Establish Joint Venture
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Takes Controlling Stake in AI Harness Business to Advance a Third Growth Engine
HONG KONG, Oct. 19, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — NetDragon Websoft Holdings Limited (“NetDragon” or the “Company”; Hong Kong Stock Code: 0777), a global leader in building internet communities, is pleased to announce that it has entered into a legally binding memorandum of understanding (“MOU”) with Jiuzhou Culture (“Jiuzhou”), a leading AIGC short drama production and distribution company in China, to establish a joint venture (“JV”) in which NetDragon will hold a 51% controlling interest. The partnership will focus on artificial intelligence technologies, AIGC-powered content creation and digital technology services, further expanding NetDragon’s AI application scenarios and commercialisation opportunities while accelerating the development of a new growth engine.
Deepening the Integration of AIGC and Content to Build a Diversified Digital Business Platform
Rapid advances in AIGC are continuing to reshape content creation, digital entertainment and software services. With the ongoing maturation of generative AI, large-scale AI models and AI agents, AI is evolving from a supporting tool into a productivity platform that can enhance the entire value chain, from content creation and production to operations and commercialisation. Through the JV Company, NetDragon and Jiuzhou will combine their complementary strengths in technology, IP, content and industry resources to accelerate the deployment of AIGC across real-world commercial applications.
Under the MOU, Jiuzhou will inject into the JV Company all intellectual property, technologies and assets relating to the AI Harness system business, laying a solid foundation for product development and commercialisation. NetDragon will contribute Hong Kong dollars cash equivalent to RMB 50 million to the JV Company, acquire a 51% shareholding interest and consolidate the JV Company’s financial results. The JV Company will focus on expanding foundational artificial intelligence software, large-scale AI models and the AI Harness system business. It is expected to serve as the first commercial validation platform in China for NetDragon’s “AI ecosystem co-creation” strategy, marking the launch of the Company’s third growth engine and laying the groundwork for the business model to be replicated and scaled across various sectors.
To accelerate the scalable commercialisation of the AI Harness business, the transaction also incorporates a multi-tiered, progressive performance-based incentive warrant scheme. NetDragon will issue 25 million unlisted warrants to Jiuzhou at an issue price of HK$0.10 per warrant share, to be granted in three tranches with initial exercise prices of HK$10, HK$12 and HK$15, respectively. The warrants will only become exercisable upon achievement of specified key performance indicators by the JV Company. Assuming full exercise of all warrants at the initial exercise prices, NetDragon will receive aggregate gross proceeds of approximately HK$314 million, which will supplement the Company’s development capital while achieving deep alignment of interests and shared equity upside with its strategic partner.
Strengthening AI Ecosystem Synergies to Drive a Third Growth Engine
As generative AI becomes increasingly integrated into content production, digital services and global operations, NetDragon and Jiuzhou will take this collaboration as a new starting point to fully leverage their complementary strengths and accelerate the commercialisation of AI capabilities, translating technological innovation into tangible business value. In recent years, NetDragon has continued to advance its AI strategy across AI+gaming, AI+education and enterprise intelligence, while actively exploring emerging AI businesses with the potential to establish independent commercial models. Jiuzhou, meanwhile, has built deep expertise in micro-dramas and digital content, with an integrated value chain spanning copyright operations, content creation, co-production, paid distribution and official distribution. It has also continued to expand the use of AIGC across content production, creation and operations. The two parties will further explore the deep integration of AI technology with the content industry, accelerating the implementation of AI capabilities in scenarios such as content generation, AI model applications, translation and localisation, platform operations, and enterprise technology services, to build scalable and sustainable business models.
Following the launch of the MOYU AI platform in August 2026, NetDragon’s investment and controlling stake in the AI Harness business marks another important step in increasing resource allocation to its AI business and broadening its long-term growth pathways. The performance-linked equity incentive collaboration with Jiuzhou is expected to establish a new model of strategic collaboration for NetDragon, enabling the Company and its partners to grow the business together and share in the value created. Looking ahead, NetDragon will remain focused on its core AI business, deepen technological innovation and resource integration, and leverage its established strengths in gaming and education alongside the emerging growth engine of AI ecosystem co-creation. Under this three-pronged strategy, the Company aims to continuously strengthen its core competitiveness, enhance long-term investment value, and deliver sustainable returns to shareholders.
About NetDragon Websoft Holdings Limited
NetDragon Websoft Holdings Limited (HKSE: 777) is a global leader in building internet communities, with a long track record of developing and scaling multiple internet and mobile platforms that impact hundreds of millions of users. Over the desktop and mobile internet eras, NetDragon previously established China’s first online gaming portal, 17173.com, and China’s most influential smartphone app store platform, 91 Wireless.
Established in 1999, NetDragon is one of the most reputable and well-known digital entertainment IP developers and operators in China with a history of successful flagship game titles deeply welcomed by users both at home and abroad. For more than a decade, NetDragon has also achieved success with its EdTech business both domestically and globally. Fully embracing the new AI era, NetDragon is driving its vision of “Infinite Growth” through AI-enabled digital entertainment and online learning, whilst building a systematic AI product methodology to create value growth.
NetDragon’s overseas edtech business entity, currently a U.S.-listed subsidiary named Mynd.ai, is a global leader in interactive technology and its award-winning interactive displays and software can be found in more than 2 million learning and training spaces across 126 countries.
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Founded in 2021, Jiuzhou is a leading player in the online micro-drama industry, with an integrated business model spanning copyright operations, content creation, co-production, paid distribution and official distribution. The company has established a comprehensive, end-to-end content ecosystem designed to enhance operational efficiency and unlock synergies across the value chain. Embracing technological innovation, Jiuzhou actively integrates cutting-edge technologies such as AIGC to enhance content quality and creative capabilities. Its self-developed Moss tool has accelerated AI adoption across the entire value chain, leveraging technology to advance the development of the global short drama ecosystem.
In terms of content creation, Jiuzhou has accumulated the rights to more than 4,000 short dramas and has successfully distributed over 1,000 productions. Its portfolio spans more than 20 popular genres, including contemporary drama, romance, campus life, fantasy, suspense and historical fiction, catering to the diverse entertainment preferences of audiences in China and worldwide. By combining paid content, free-to-view short dramas and international expansion, Jiuzhou has developed a distinctive business ecosystem that strengthens its competitive position and drives continued innovation in the micro-drama industry.
Internationally, the company leverages its strengths in content production, audience reach and distribution networks to bring Chinese micro-dramas to global audiences while tailoring its offerings to local tastes and cultural preferences. Its flagship international platform, ShortMax, focuses primarily on North American and European markets, offering a wide selection of localized Chinese dramas and original productions. ShortMax is now available in more than 200 countries and regions worldwide, having achieved peak monthly active users (MAU) of over 30 million, more than 90 million cumulative registered users and 200 million downloads.
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