WCIT|IDECS 2023 to catalyse collective actions to build robust innovation and technology ecosystem

KUCHING, MALAYSIA, Oct 4, 2023 – (ACN Newswire) -　The Sarawak Government today officially launched the 27th World Congress on Innovation and Technology and the 6th International Digital Economy Conference Sarawak, otherwise collectively known as WCIT|IDECS 2023 (the ‘Event’), two international technology events held concurrently and targeted at business leaders, senior corporate figures, government representatives, policymakers, civil society, and industry experts.

The official launch of WCIT|IDECS 2023 and the Sarawak Digital Economy Blueprint 2023

Today’s opening ceremony of the three-day Event at Borneo Convention Centre Kuching (BCKK), Sarawak, Malaysia, saw the convening of more than 10,000 attendees from 46 countries around the world, with the convergence of the events serving as a platform for attendees to discuss, exchange knowledge, share insights, and establish a real, definite pathway forward in driving an innovation, technology and sustainability-centric business ecosystem and community, especially in the face of rapidly evolving 21st century challenges.

Present at the official launch of WCIT|IDECS 2023 was The Right Honourable Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri (Dr) Abang Haji Abdul Rahman Zohari Bin Tun Datuk Abang Haji Openg, Premier of Sarawak.

The Right Honourable Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri (Dr) Abang Haji Abdul Rahman Zohari Bin Tun Datuk Abang Haji Openg, the Premier of Sarawak said, “Sarawak is at the critical juncture of our next phase of growth, and technology and innovation are key drivers to push forward our vision to accelerate economic growth, social inclusivity, and environmental sustainability. To drive Sarawak’s growth, we have put in place policies and facilitate public and private collaborative efforts to drive digital transformation across the facets of our economy. One of the key priority areas for Sarawak is to fast-track the development of our digital infrastructure; after all, connectivity is key for growth, especially for us to remain on track on our digitalised economy aspirations. Ultimately, it is the people and communities that we want to benefit, and through our digitalisation efforts, we hope that this will trickle down to the Sarawakian communities that we serve, to build and create a thriving, vibrant digital and date-driven ecosystem for the future.”

In conjunction with WCIT|IDECS 2023, the Sarawak Government has also launched the Sarawak Digital Economy Blueprint, with the vision to transform Sarawak from conventional resource-based to an environmentally sustainable technology-driven economy and society. Under the Blueprint, digital acceleration is a key enabler to strengthen Sarawak’s economic competitiveness, create job opportunities and new generations of digital industries, as well as develop a vibrant tech sector – with the ultimate goal of developing an inclusive digital society and achieving high-income developed status for Sarawak by 2030.

Themed “Fulfilling the Promise of the Digital Age: Innovation and Technology Driving Economic Prosperity, Social Inclusivity & Environmental Sustainability” and “Advancing Digital Economy for Sustainable Development” respectively, WCIT|IDECS 2023 featured global leading and prominent thought leaders, corporate leaders, and award-winning innovators who shared topics around artificial intelligence (AI), sustainability, 5G, autonomous, diversity & inclusivity, smart cities, global ICT policy, and space tech, and more specifically, how they can influence companies and communities that we know today.

Dr Sean Seah, Chairman of World Innovation, Technology and Services Alliance (WITSA) said, “We are thrilled to see the 27th World Congress on Innovation and Technology (WCIT) 2023 take place in Kuching, a city brimming with potential and charm. This choice reflects our ongoing mission to spotlight emerging innovation and tech hubs across the world. With the continual rapid advancement in technology, such gatherings are pivotal in fostering collaboration and ensuring we remain at the forefront of innovation.”

Host association PIKOM Chairman Ong Chin Seong said, “Congratulations to Sarawak for successfully organising a world-class technology and innovation event. PIKOM is proud to be associated with the event and has galvanised our 1,000 members and its regional affiliates around the region to, directly and indirectly, support the event. Apart from the content, the networking and potential business opportunities are what drive PIKOM to arrange delegates and exhibitors to attend WCIT almost every year. PIKOM had the honour of organising WCIT 2022 in Penang and for this year, we support WCIT|IDECS 2023 as the Host Association. We would like to thank WITSA for giving Malaysia the opportunity to host WCIT for 2 consecutive years and SDEC for a great job in putting together an event of this stature.”

As a pre-event in the lead-up to WCIT|IDECS 2023, the Sarawak Government has also hosted the inaugural She-Tech Asia Forum 2023 (the ‘Forum’) on 3 October 2023. The Forum focused on women’s representation in the technology industry, addressing the gender imbalance conversation in technology as well as the challenges faced by women in the industry. The Forum also served as a networking opportunity to connect like-minded women leaders and professionals in technology, to encourage collective growth and development.

Yang Berhormat Dato Sri Hajah Fatimah Abdullah, Minister of Women, Early Childhood and Community Wellbeing Development Sarawak said, “The inaugural launch of the She-Tech Asia Forum is a powerful statement of intent, reflecting the Sarawak state government’s fervent belief that for true progress to be claimed, there first needs to be a foundation built upon gender equality and women empowerment. We recognise a strong need to continue investing in skill enhancement and educational opportunities for women, in order to directly bridge the gender gap in the technology sector. Today, we also announced the Pledge and Bellina Roadmap, drawn upon perspectives crowdsourced from the diverse audience and participants of the Forum, which will form the backbone and set the tone for us to move the needle for the women agenda, especially in Sarawak.”

Amongst some of the most engaging presentations and key conversations during this prestigious event include:

· ‘The AI Powered Organisation’ by Mike Walsh, Futurist, Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Tomorrow and author of three best-selling books;

· ‘Avatar and the Future Society’ by Professor Hiroshi Ishiguro, leading Japanese roboticist and professor at Osaka University, and ATR intelligent robotics and communication laboratories;

· ‘Changing the World with Code’ by Emma Yang, Founder of Timeless, three-time Carnegie Hall performer, MIT solver, and TEDx Speaker;

· ‘She Mogul’ by Tiffany Pham, Founder and CEO of Mogul, TV personality on TLC and History Channel, and WSJ best-selling author of ‘You are a Mogul and Girl Mogul’;

· ‘Robotics, AI and the Future of Healthcare’ by Grace the Robot, the world’s foremost nursing assistant robot designed for elderly care and support, and developed by Awakening Health; and

· ‘From Efficiency to Empowerment: How AI is Reshaping the World of Work’, a CEO Forum which saw a robust discussion between panellists Catherine Lian, Managing Director of IBM Malaysia, Simon Sun Luyuan, CEO of Huawei Malaysia, Simon Bush, CEO of Australian Information Industry Association (AIIA), and Azizah Ali, COO of Microsoft Malaysia, and moderated by Philipp Kristian of Trust the Power of Digital Humanity.

Sonim Hits Another Milestone: Tier-One Carrier in Australia Selects Premium Mobile Hotspot for 2024 Lineup

San Diego, California–(ACN Newswire – September 19, 2023) – Sonim Technologies Inc. (NASDAQ: SONM), today announced another significant milestone in its growth strategy – a tier-one carrier in Australia has chosen to introduce Sonim’s premium mobile hotspot from its new connected solutions product line to its consumer and business customers. This new commitment signals Sonim’s successful market penetration into Australia and propels its growth trajectory for 2024.

“At Sonim, we strive to deliver high-quality, cost-effective and reliable connectivity products, ensuring everyone can enjoy superior 5G experiences,” shared Simon Rayne, SVP and General Manager of EMEA and APAC at Sonim. “This latest adoption by another major carrier is a powerful endorsement of our innovative business model and mission to disrupt the industry. This most recent commitment further solidifies our three-pronged growth strategy – enhancing carrier partnerships, diversifying our product portfolio, and broadening our global presence. The market’s positive response to our new product lines is an exciting indication that we are on the right path to achieving our future objectives.”

With the mobile hotspot market in the U.S., Canada, and now Australia poised to welcome millions of new devices¹ in the coming year, Sonim stands ready to make a significant impact in this market.

Our premium mobile hotspot unites global 5G bands with advanced design features such as SRS antenna switching and a robust rechargeable battery. It also integrates the cutting-edge Wi-Fi? 7 technology, and Snapdragon? X75 5G Modem-RF System, the world’s first 5G Advanced-ready Modem-RF System, as well as stringent security measures, and Sonim’s signature durability and reliability. Endorsed by the company’s rigorous 12-point rugged performance standards (RPD) and IP military and industrial-grade ratings, this device is set to revolutionize the standards of mobile connectivity, ensuring it can weather any challenges life throws its way.

“Snapdragon X75 is designed to enable OEMs like Sonim to create and deliver next-generation experiences, and we’re proud to work with them in empowering Australian users to fully benefit from strong 5G connectivity,” said Sunil Patil, vice president product management, Qualcomm Technologies, Inc.

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¹Statista. (2023, August). The number of mobile broadband connections in Australia is forecasted to continuously increase by a total of four million connections (+11.76 percent) between 2024 and 2028. Retrieved from https://www.statista.com/forecasts/1144478/mobile-broadband-subscriptions-in-australia.

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About Sonim Technologies, Inc.
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CITIC Telecom CPC Continues to Expand Global Footprint, New PoPs in India and Brazil Boost Network Coverage across BRICS

HONG KONG, Sep 15, 2023 – (ACN Newswire) – CITIC Telecom International CPC Limited ("CITIC Telecom CPC"), a wholly-owned subsidiary of CITIC Telecom International Holdings Limited ("CITIC Telecom", SEHK: 1883) is pleased to announce the launch of new points of presence (PoP) in Brazil following the deployment of a PoP in India early this year to keep pace with customer business development. The new PoPs boost the company's full service coverage and resource deployment in BRICS (Brazil, Russia, India, China and South Africa) to deliver faster and seamless global connectivity, provide a full spectrum of integrated "Cloud, Network, Intelligence, Security" services globally, helping enterprises accelerate international operations and high-quality digitization development.

This year marks the 10th anniversary of China's "Belt and Road Initiative", accompanied by the expansion of BRICS with the addition of new member countries, emerging markets and developing countries in BRICS create vast market, trading and investment opportunities, and also strengthen technological innovation and business collaboration across different industries. As a leading Global-local DICT service provider, CITIC Telecom is fully committed to joining hands with CITIC Group and its subsidiaries, leveraging synergies, to actively respond to the "Belt and Road Initiative" to accelerate global resource deployment, strengthen digital infrastructure and provide robust support for the strategic development of a digital China.

Mr. Brook Wong, Chief Executive Officer of CITIC Telecom CPC, said, "CITIC Telecom CPC keeps pace with the digital era and demonstrated unwavering dedication in implementing national strategies. We have not only taken a lead in forming a unique international collaboration network in the "Belt and Road" region, along RCEP countries, the Greater Bay Area and other regions, but have also leveraged our extensive global resources and full spectrum of intelligent ICT products and services to enhance service coverage in BRICS, seamlessly connect China-Asia-Africa Economic Corridor for multinational companies, and accelerate the digital transformation of diverse industries. The addition of two new PoPs in India and Brazil this year delivers elevated levels of security, efficiency and exceptional services to global customers. This demonstrates our dedication to the high-quality development of the "Belt and Road" strategy while fueling new growth for the digital economy in countries along the Belt & Road, and driving the digital transformation of customers across the regions."

Implementing Globalization Core Value and Fostering High-quality "Belt and Road" Development
CITIC Telecom CPC puts customers first, keeps pace with customer business development in expanding network coverage, deepens information security framework, and supports customers to remain competitive in both international markets and local operations. With "Innovation Never Stops" motto, world-class ICT infrastructure and Global-Local capabilities, CITIC Telecom CPC's global network resources have covered five continents around the world, seamlessly connecting over 165 points POPs in which more than 100 PoPs are located in over 80 major business cities in China to address multinational enterprise demands across the globe.

CITIC Telecom CPC's network coverage in BRICS is further strengthened with the new PoPs in India and Brazil. They have completed its global service deployment, enhanced network security and reliability, scalability, cost effectiveness and provided exceptional user experience. CITIC Telecom CPC's "Cloud, Network, Intelligence, Security" integrated platform includes MPLS private network, SDWAN network connectivity, SASE and security suites, and comprehensive cloud solutions, addressing the infrastructure needs of multinational companies for local operations, fully supporting enterprise innovations, developing a digital and intelligent landscape, and further expanding global business.

Mr Brook Wong added, "Anchored by our motto "Innovation Never Stops", we consistently adhere to our core value and commitment of providing customers with superior services. As a Global-local DICT service provider, CITIC Telecom CPC will continue to enhance global network deployment while fostering innovative service resources, enabling us to deliver more customized and localized ICT solutions to our valued customers. We empower enterprises in seizing opportunities brought forward by the "Belt and Road Initiative" and swiftly adapting to the ever-changing business environment. We remain steadfast in our commitment to be the trusted DICT service partner for customers."

About CITIC Telecom CPC
We are CITIC Telecom International CPC Limited ("CITIC Telecom CPC"), a wholly-owned subsidiary of CITIC Telecom International Holdings Limited (SEHK: 1883), serving multinational enterprises the world over by addressing their specific ICT requirements with highly scalable tailored solutions built upon our flagship technology suites, comprising TrueCONNECT(TM) private network solutions, TrustCSI(TM) information security solutions, DataHOUSE(TM) cloud data center solutions, and SmartCLOUD(TM) cloud computing solutions.

With the motto "Innovation Never Stops," we leverage innovative technologies, embracing AI, AR, Big Data, IoT, and other cutting-edge emerging technologies to transform technical potential into business value for our customers. As an enterprise digital transformation partner, we strive to help our customers achieve industry-leading positions, high agility, and cost-efficiency through digitalization.

With our Global-Local capabilities, we are committed to providing our customers with one-stop-shop ICT solutions with superior quality. Having a worldwide footprint across nearly 160 countries and regions, including Asia, Europe and America, Africa, the Middle East, and Central Asia, our global network resources connect over 165 points of presence (POPs), 60+ SDWAN gateways, 21 Cloud service centers, 30+ data centers, and three dedicated 24×7 Security Operations Centers (SOCs). We are certified with a series of international certifications, including SD-WAN Ready, ISO 9001, 14001, 20000, 27001, and 27017, to ensure our services compliance with international standards and resources for enterprises. We offer local professional services, superior delivery capabilities as well as exceptional customer experience and best practices through our global presence and extensive industry know-how, becoming a leading integrated intelligent ICT service provider to enterprise customers.
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HFR Supplies Private 5G for the ‘Metaverse-Based Industrial Advancement Project’ in Sacheon Aviation Complex

SEOUL, S.KOREA, Sep 13, 2023 – (ACN Newswire) – HFR, Inc. (KOSDAQ 230240), a leading Private 5G solutions provider, announced that it will supply a converged Private 5G and Wi-Fi 6E network for the "Metaverse-based Industrial Complex Advancement Project" in South Korea.

This project develops specialized Metaverse applications for the aircraft manufacturing collaboration system. These applications and the network help to expand business platforms and advanced value chain collaboration for companies across the industrial complex. Through this project, member companies of the Aviation Industrial Complex are improving productivity by utilizing a differentiated wireless infrastructure, including both Private 5G and Wi-Fi 6E networks for aircraft manufacturing improvements.

HFR's my5G(TM) private wireless solution is a pre-integrated 5G management platform, SA Core and RAN, which is optimized for enterprise customers. By combining Metaverse technology and Private 5G, HFR helps to implement a smart factory environment by leveraging metaverse-based work process advancements and digital conversion of the work environment.

Working closely with government officials of the KyungNam Techno-Park to support this project, HFR delivered a successful proof of concept by building a Private 5G network in the Regulations Free Special Zone to help facilitate the digital transformation of companies in the industrial zone. HFR's goal is that the additional infrastructure to be built for the "Metaverse-based Industrial Complex Advancement Project" will continue to serve as the foundation for the Metaverse ecosystem of the manufacturing industry in South Korea.

Cho Beom-Geun, Head of HFR's Product and Service Division, who is in charge of the project, stated, "Private 5G is extremely important in the enablement of the manufacturing industry to implement Metaverse applications and an Industry 4.0 work environment to achieve drastic improvements in overall productivity. HFR, as a digital innovation partner of small and medium-sized enterprises and public institutions, will make significant contributions towards manufacturing innovation in the KyungNam Industrial Complex."

About my5G(TM): HFR's my5G solution is a pre-integrated Private 5G system. The 3GPP-compliant packaged solution includes key components such as vCore, vCU/DU, indoor and outdoor radio units, plus integrated CPE devices with a complete service & network management platform. HFR is deploying my5G in critical applications such as IIOT in a nuclear power generation site in Korea, railway solutions in Japan, as well as across several factory and industrial complexes.

About HFR, Inc.: HFR, Inc. (KOSDAQ 230240) is the leading ICT equipment vendor in Korea, offering a full range of optical transport, broadband access with WiFi products, and Private 5G. For the last 23 years, HFR has provided innovative products to the world's largest mobile operators. HFR has established strong partnerships with Korean mobile operators, resulting in leading-edge technology, field-proven deployments, and expansion into the global market. For more information, visit www.hfrnet.com.

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HFR Leads 6G Global Standardization as Co-Chair of the Open RAN Industry Alliance

SEOUL, S.KOREA, Aug 23, 2023 – (ACN Newswire) – HFR, Inc. (KOSDAQ 230240), a leading telecommunications equipment manufacturer, today announced it is participating in the Open RAN Industry Alliance (ORIA) as a co-chairman.

ORIA is a recently launched public-private consultant body by the South Korean government and prominent leaders in the mobile industry to strengthen national competitiveness in the area of Open RAN. ORIA endeavors to create a global collaborative ecosystem by encouraging domestic Open RAN technology and product development while providing influence over international standards. A total of 30 companies, including 11 co-chaired companies such as HFR, Samsung Electronics, LG Electronics, KT, and SKT, and 19 member companies at home and abroad, will participate in this alliance.

Open RAN is a technology that standardizes the interface of mobile network equipment to increase compatibility among equipment from different manufacturers. Through this, the fronthaul interface is opened, and the RAN section is virtualized based on software. In this way, a new mobile network can be built and operated with an AI-based RIC (RAN Intelligent Controller). As technologically advanced countries have recently established policies for introducing Open RAN, it is now recognized as a major paradigm in the mobile telecommunications market.

HFR has Baseband (vCU/DU) software and O-RAN Radio Units (O-RU) that support Virtualized Radio Access Network (vRAN) for private 5G networks. These products can resolve hardware dependency and utilize radio units from various domestic and foreign suppliers whose products are based on Open RAN technology.

Jung HaeKwan, Head of HFR's Private 5G Business Group, said, "We will actively contribute to improving wireless network technology and vitalizing the ecosystem through participation in the public-private joint Open RAN Industry Alliance (ORIA)." He added, "We will do our best to become a global leader in the upcoming 5G/6G market."

About the Open RAN Industry Alliance (ORIA): The Open RAN Industry Alliance is public-private cooperative organization to expand South Korea's Open RAN ecosystem. It has been established with the goal of developing Open RAN technology and supporting standardization through cooperation between participating companies.

About HFR, Inc.: HFR, Inc. (KOSDAQ 230240) is the leading ICT equipment vendor in Korea, offering a full range of optical transport, broadband access with WiFi products, and Private 5G. For the last 23 years, HFR has provided innovative products to the world's largest mobile operators. HFR has established strong partnerships with Korean mobile operators, resulting in leading-edge technology, field-proven deployments, and expansion into the global market. For more information, visit www.hfrnet.com.

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Countdown Begins for WCIT|IDECS 2023: Unlocking the Potential of the Innovative Tech Industry and Digital Economy

KUCHING, MALAYSIA, Aug 15, 2023 – (ACN Newswire) – The 50-day countdown has begun for two highly-anticipated international technology congresses, the 27th World Congress on Innovation and Technology and the 6th International Digital Economy Conference Sarawak, collectively known as WCIT|IDECS 2023. Hosted by the Sarawak Government, the event is set to bring together visionaries, experts, and industry leaders from around the world, and is scheduled to take place simultaneously on 4-6 October 2023 at the Borneo Convention Centre Kuching (BCKK), Sarawak, Malaysia.

The Honourable Datuk Haji Julaihi Bin Haji Narawi, Minister for Utility and Telecommunication Sarawak (MUT) giving his welcome remarks at WCIT|IDECS 2023 50-Day Countdown

Present today to officiate the countdown launch event of WCIT|IDECS 2023 was Yang Berhormat (YB) Datuk Haji Julaihi Bin Haji Narawi, Minister of Utility and Telecommunication (MUT) Sarawak.

Speaking at the countdown launch event, YB Datuk Haji Julaihi said, "On behalf of the Sarawak Government, we are pleased to announce the countdown to WCIT|IDECS 2023. Final preparations for the Congress are underway, and WCIT|IDECS 2023 promises to set the stage for Sarawak to be a catalyst to accelerate sustainable development and economic prosperity for the businesses, communities and the nation. The convergence of both WCIT and IDECS makes the event a unique platform to bridge the gap and create opportunities to build a business environment and ecosystem driven by innovation, technology and sustainability."

WCIT|IDECS 2023 is expected to convene more than 10,000 attendees comprising industry experts, policymakers, and entrepreneurs from more than 80 countries around the world. Already, there are prominent speakers participating from over 22 countries. The event will explore thought-provoking discussions and provide an unparalleled opportunity to explore the latest trends, technologies and business models in the digital economy. Featuring a comprehensive programme and events comprising conferences, exhibitions, a Smart Cities masterclass, a Startup Village, a Global Leaders Round Table, business matching sessions, and a gala dinner awards night, WCIT|IDECS 2023 aims to explore various facets of the digital economy and its transformative impact on industries, business models, communities and the people.

Themed "Fulfilling the Promise of the Digital Age: Innovation and Technology Driving Economic Prosperity, Social Inclusivity & Environmental Sustainability" and "Advancing Digital Economy for Sustainable Development" respectively, WCIT|IDECS 2023 will see the Sarawak Government hosting keynote addresses, multidisciplinary plenary discussions, and networking sessions to facilitate international collaboration, knowledge and insights exchange around key topics such as artificial intelligence (AI), sustainability, 5G, autonomous, diversity & inclusivity, smart cities, global ICT policy, and space tech.

"WCIT 2023 is a global platform that not only drives innovation but also stimulates investment and interest
in the tech industry," said Dr Sean Seah, Chairman of WITSA. "In October, the trailblazers of the tech industry will be in Kuching, making Sarawak a focal point of global tech and innovation. The event will be welcoming international tech luminaries and stakeholders, and spotlighting Sarawak as a thriving hub of digital transformation." he added.

Host association PIKOM Chairman Ong Chin Seong encourages tech players from abroad and peninsular Malaysia to take the opportunity provided by WCIT|IDECS 2023 to discover the abundant opportunity that Sarawak and Borneo in general have to offer. "PIKOM's vision is for WCIT|IDECS 2023 to be a catalyst that will spur Malaysia's and Sarawak's Digital Economy to greater heights," he said.

In conjunction with WCIT|IDECS 2023, the Sarawak Government will also launch the inaugural She-Tech Asia Forum 2023 (the 'Forum'), which will be held on 3 October 2023. The Forum will serve as a pre-event to WCIT|IDECS 2023, with a focus on women's representation in the technology industry. The Forum aims to address the gender imbalance within the industry, serving as an impetus in shifting the gender conversation and empowering more women's participation in technology.

On the Forum, Malseni Jamal, Chief Operating Officer of SDEC said, "As the world shifts to an increasingly digitalised economy, empowering greater women participation in tech is key to fostering the continuous growth for our economy and social inclusivity. The need for action is critical, and all stakeholders across public and private sectors must come together to close the gender gap and create equal opportunities and platforms for women to play a role in advancing our digital economy aspirations."

Some of the key speakers of the Congress and She-Tech Asia Forum 2023 include:

– Mike Walsh, Futurist, Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Tomorrow and author of three best-selling books;
– Professor Hiroshi Ishiguro, Japanese roboticist and professor at Osaka University, and ATR intelligent robotics and communication laboratories;
– Emma Yang, Founder of Timeless, three-time Carnegie Hall performer, MIT solver, and TEDx Speaker; and
– Tiffany Pham, Founder and CEO of Mogul, TV personality on TLC and History Channel, and WSJ best-selling author of 'You are a Mogul and Girl Mogul'.

YB Datuk Haji Julaihi concluded, "Sarawak is an attractive investment, business and tourism destination, and as the host of WCIT|IDECS 2023, we continue to reaffirm our commitment to advance Sarawak's vision to become a digital economy powerhouse for the country and region. The WCIT|IDECS 2023 platform will serve as one of the building blocks in advancing our digital economy agenda through innovation and technology, and is expected to create positive economic impact to the Sarawakian tech and startup ecosystem, through Foreign Direct Investments (FDI), business events and tourism, as well as sponsorships – which in turn will encourage greater job creation and business opportunities. Over the long-term, we want to be the go-to hub for investors looking to combine business with leisure, with the ultimate goal of uplifting the socioeconomics of the people."

Leading global organisations such as Huawei, Malaysia Digital Economy Corporation (MDEC), TVS, Sarawak Energy Berhad, Digital Nasional Berhad, NEC and Whale Cloud have signed on as key sponsors, Business Events Sarawak, Malaysian Technology Development Corporation (MTDC) and Maxis Berhad, among others, are supporting WCIT|IDECS 2023 as key partners. Official airline partner MAS is offering attractive discounted fares for early bird registrations.

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Indonesia’s first 8K uncompressed video conference inaugurates 100 Gbps network for education at UB-Universitas Brawijaya

Malang, East Java, Indonesia, Aug 11, 2023 – (ACN Newswire) – Universitas Brawijaya (UB), the Arterial Research and Educational Network in the Asia Pacific (ARENA-PAC) and Indonesia Research and Education Network (IDREN) held a ceremony at UB in Malang, East Java, to mark the operation of a 100 Gbps high-speed network for education in Indonesia on August 9.

Universitas Brawijaya (UB), Arterial Research and Educational Network in the Asia Pacific (ARENA-PAC) and Indonesia Research and Education Network (IDREN) held a ceremony to mark the operation of a 100 Gbps high-speed network for education in Indonesia on August 9, 2023.

The ceremony also connected to a remote venue in Keio University, Japan, using an uncompressed 8K video conference, marking the first such ultra-high resolution video conference in Indonesia, and demonstrating the high capacity and low latency of the research and education network that spans across the Pacific.

Representatives of the three organizations, Prof. Widodo of UB, Prof. Jun Murai of ARENA-PAC, and Dr. Achmad Affandi of IDREN, attended the ceremony at UB. The ambassador of Republic Indonesia to Japan, HE Heri Akhmadi, and Vice President of Keio University, Prof. Eiji Okada, attended remotely from Japan. In the audience in both venues, students witnessed this memorable ceremony, delighting in the interaction.

Rector of UB Prof Widodo said the inauguration was a follow-up to MoU signed between the three organizations in 2022. Emphasizing that this network is all about collaboration, he said, "This network infrastructure is not only about data transfer, but also a channel to be able to collaborate, innovate faster and be ready to jump in the digital era which will be dedicated to education and research."

Held at the Algoritma Auditorium, Faculty of Computer Science UB in Malang, East Java, Prof. Widodo said the network connects IDREN with UB as the gateway to Guam and Tokyo, as well as several other locations. In addition, the collaboration is also a big leap for Indonesia to be connected to the current global research and education network.

Prof. Jun Murai of ARENA-PAC in his keynote said, "We sent a message to global leaders that research and educational networks are important." He emphasized the need to work together for the next stage of global internet from research and educational networks point of view, working with commercial internet service providers, technology, and application people for many scientific purposes such as high energy physics, medical, and astronomy.

He appreciates Indonesian universities and the IDREN mechanism, which he sees as unique in that universities work with internet service providers that commit to support IDREN.

About UB
Universitas Brawijaya (UB) was established by the President of the Republic of Indonesia on July 11, 1961. Today UB is one of the leading universities in Indonesia with more than 60,000 students in various vocational, bachelor, master, doctoral, professional, and medical specialist programs. Learn more at https://ub.ac.id.

About ARENA-PAC
The Arterial Research and Educational Network in the Asia Pacific (ARENA-PAC) is a backbone network for research and education, established on an international submarine cable network constructed to expand the Internet in Asia Pacific. ARENA-PAC comprises several long-term 10 and 100Gbps IRU circuits between a central exchange point in Guam and sites in Tokyo, Philippines, and Indonesia. See www.arena-pac.net.

About IDREN
The Indonesian Research and Education Network (IDREN) is a dedicated network infrastructure that connects research and education institutions and communities in Indonesia. This network is dedicated to the necessary data communication connectivity to enable a community of researchers, academics, and developers to collaborate together. https://idren.id.

Written by A Malik Ibrahim; Editor: Fiqih Arfani; (c) ANTARA 2023.

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Driving Industry Advancement Through Innovation: CITIC Telecom CPC Wins 2023 Business GOVirtual Tech Awards for First Time and Championship in the 6th Industrial Internet Data Innovation and Application Contest

HONG KONG, Jul 21, 2023 – (ACN Newswire) – CITIC Telecom International CPC Limited ("CITIC Telecom CPC"), a wholly-owned subsidiary of CITIC Telecom International Holdings Limited (SEHK: 1883) has been highly recognized and praised by people from all walks of life for years for its "Innovation Never Stops" vision, deep industry expertise and commitment to continuous innovation. CITIC Telecom CPC is pleased to announce its AI-AR Remote Hand Service has won "Tech Company of the Year (AI Application) – Excellence Award" at "2023 Business GOVirtual Tech Awards" and the Championship of "Hydrogen Fuel Cell System Average Performance Forecast"Award in the 6th Industrial Internet Data Innovation and Application Contest. These awards testify to CITIC Telecom CPC's unwavering core value of "innovation and intelligence", while continuously strengthening its professional expertise and international positioning as a leading world-class DICT service provider.

CITIC Telecom CPC shines in the first-time participation at the "2023 Business GOVirtual Tech Awards", winning the "Tech Company of the Year (AI Application) – Excellence Award"

CITIC Telecom CPC's Data Science and Innovation Team wins the Championship of "Hydrogen Fuel Cell System Average Performance Forecast" Award in the 6th Industrial Internet Data Innovation and Application Contest

Distinguished awards won by CITIC Telecom CPC in recent months including:
– AI-AR Remote Hand obtained "Tech Company of the Year (AI Application) – Excellence Award" at "2023 Business GOVirtual Tech Awards" presented at BUSINESS GOVirtual Expo & Conference.
– Championship of "Hydrogen Fuel Cell System Average Performance Forecast" Award in the 6th Industrial Internet Data Innovation and Application Contest jointly organized by The China Academy of Information and Communications Technology (CAICT) and People's Government of Baoan District in Shenzhen.

First-time Participant and Winner of "2023 Business GOVirtual Tech Awards"

2023 Business GOVirtual Tech Awards aim to recognize tech industry players who actively fosters digital transformation in Hong Kong and Greater Bay Area, and demonstrate excellence in providing cutting-edge products and services. CITIC Telecom CPC brings home "Tech Company of the Year (AI Application) – Excellence Award" for its AI-AR Remote Hand Service, affirming the company's outstanding capabilities in intelligent innovation, continuous efforts in developing new innovations for the industry as well as determination and contribution towards driving industry transformation.

As a reputable award-winning solution in various international and industry awards, AI-AR Remote Hand Service integrates AI and AR technologies with CITIC Telecom CPC's advanced visual technologies and AI algorithm to strengthen data analytics capabilities, enabling frontline staff to have better computer vision ability and enhanced work efficiency through smart AR devices. It also helps field engineers and remote support team to seamlessly work together without geographical boundaries. The service can be applied across different types of industries, bringing easy and efficient work experiences and creating new business values for enterprises.

Mr. Brook Wong, Chief Executive Officer of CITIC Telecom CPC said, "These awards are a recognition of the ongoing efforts and determination of our team. We strive to develop ground-breaking solutions to help our customers achieve their goals, fully demonstrating the joint efforts of our team in aspiring to excellence and cutting-edge professional technology capabilities. CITIC Telecom CPC possesses top-notch capabilities and rich expertise, and is dedicated to fostering technology and innovation development by leveraging our Group's extensive global resources. We will continue to enhance data intelligence in different industrial scenarios, integrate more advanced big data and computing algorithms, and provide high-quality and innovative ICT products and services to customers from all walks of life. Our team will continue to work together to unleash more possibilities and make greater breakthroughs in technology and innovation."

Leveraging Own Computing Platform to Win Key Prestigious Awards

CITIC Telecom CPC data science and innovation team shines again in AI innovation contests in China. The team has participated again this year in a distinguished industrial data technology contest – the 6th Industrial Internet Data Innovation and Application Contest , and took home the Championship of "Hydrogen Fuel Cell System Average Performance Forecast" Award, in recognition of the team's innovative capabilities in algorithms and intelligent applications.

Jointly organized by The China Academy of Information and Communications Technology (CAICT), People's Government of Baoan District in Shenzhen and a lineup of renowned enterprises, the Contest attracted 985 universities and 12,000 teams all over China to participate. The Contest is a national event renowned for big data technologies, focusing on national strategy planning and solving pain points and innovation problems in the manufacturing industry.

With years of AI technology development, the data science and innovation team of CITIC Telecom CPC integrated AI and data in this Contest and used multivariate feature extraction strategy to extract nearly 22G data for detailed analysis and processing. The team used proprietary algorithm technology to perform computing on its own cloud platform SmartCLOUD(TM), and built a machine learning model based on hydrogen fuel cell mechanism. The team won in both preliminary and semi-finals, and got the Championship of "Hydrogen Fuel Cell System Average Performance Forecast" Award in the final contest after a thorough explanation and problem solving session with the judging panel. CITIC Telecom CPC will continue to enhance the digitalization of industrial scenarios and develop more AI and business-oriented solutions. In the era of "Digital China" economy, CITIC Telecom CPC helps create new business models for manufacturing companies and unlock the full potential of digital transformation in the Industry 4.0 era.

Mr. Ivan Lee, Vice President of Information Technology Services and Data Science of CITIC Telecom CPC said, "Our corporate vision, Innovation Never Stops, is the driving force behind our achievements. By integrating the powerful capabilities of big data and algorithms, we solve pain points for enterprises while realizing AI potential and business benefits. In the Industry 4.0 era, we are actively creating AI technologies and industry models for enterprises, and continuously developing innovative ICT solutions tailored to market needs to accelerate customers' digital transformation."

Embracing Innovation – Connecting the Future

With the advent of ChatGPT, AI industry has entered into a new development stage. Large-scale AI models are a disruptive technology that is gaining increasing attention from both the market and enterprises. CITIC Telecom CPC has noticed more enterprises in the industry are increasingly deploying AI technology and industry-specific large models, and even enterprise-specific large models. Leveraging its "Cloud, Network, Intelligence, Security" integrated platform, CITIC Telecom CPC actively "builds large models exclusively for enterprises", and accelerates model construction and iteration through "small model" scenarios and intelligent applications to assist enterprises in faster implementation. Large-scale models have begun to explode in businesses, and AI has been deployed in thousands of industries with the growth of computing power. Data growth and model complexity are twin issues of AI technology, and data security has become a vital issue. Enterprises must put in place a good security strategy to achieve a balance between innovation and security.

About BUSINESS GOVirtual Expo & Conference

BUSINESS GOVirtual Expo & Conference gathers leading IT companies and solutions providers under one roof to demonstrate their latest technologies. It is the one and only platform in town to showcase key technological advancements for social and business engagement for the new digital era.

About China Industrial Internet Data Innovation and Application Contest

As a prestigious big data technology contest initiated by The China Academy of Information and Communications Technology, this year's Contest was jointly organized with People's Government of Baoan District in Shenzhen, Dongfang Electric Corporation, Dongfang Electric (Chengdu) Hydrogen Fuel Cell Technology Co., Ltd., TCL China Star Optoelectronic Technology Co., Ltd., Alibaba Cloud Computing Co., Ltd. (Tianchi Platform), focusing on national strategy planning and solving pain points and innovation problems in the manufacturing industry.

About CITIC Telecom CPC

We are CITIC Telecom International CPC Limited ("CITIC Telecom CPC"), a wholly-owned subsidiary of CITIC Telecom International Holdings Limited (SEHK: 1883), serving multinational enterprises the world over by addressing their specific ICT requirements with highly scalable tailored solutions built upon our flagship technology suites, comprising TrueCONNECT(TM) private network solutions, TrustCSI(TM) information security solutions, DataHOUSE(TM) cloud data center solutions, and SmartCLOUD(TM) cloud computing solutions.

With the motto "Innovation Never Stops," we leverage innovative technologies, embracing AI, AR, Big Data, IoT, and other cutting-edge emerging technologies to transform technical potential into business value for our customers. As an enterprise digital transformation partner, we strive to help our customers achieve industry-leading positions, high agility, and cost-efficiency through digitalization.

With our Global-Local capabilities, we are committed to providing our customers with one-stop-shop ICT solutions with superior quality. Having a worldwide footprint across nearly 160 countries, including Asia, Europe and America, Africa, the Middle East, and Central Asia, our global network resources connect over 160 points of presence (POPs), 60 SDWAN gateways, 21 Cloud service centers, 30+ data centers, and three dedicated 24×7 Security Operations Centers (SOCs). We are certified with a series of international certifications, including SD-WAN Ready, ISO 9001, 14001, 20000, 27001, and 27017, to ensure our services compliance with international standards and resources for enterprises. We offer local professional services, superior delivery capabilities as well as exceptional customer experience and best practices through our global presence and extensive industry know-how, becoming a leading integrated intelligent ICT service provider to enterprise customers.
For more information, please visit www.citictel-cpc.com

Media Contacts:
Catherine Yuen
CITIC Telecom CPC
+852 2170 7536
Email: catherine.yuen@citictel-cpc.com

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HFR, Inc. Supplies Japanese Railway With my5G, Private 5G Network Solution and AI Technology, to Enhance Railway Safety

SEOUL, S.KOREA, Jul 12, 2023 – (ACN Newswire) – HFR, Inc. (KOSDAQ 230240), the leading ICT solutions provider in Korea, today announced deployment of my5GTM as an end-to-end private 5G solution to the Japanese Railway to improve safety while also increasing operations efficiency. HFR's my5G solution incorporates key components such as a robust Service Management Platform (SM Platform), vCore, vCU/DU, fronthaul multiplexer and high-power radio units (RUs).

The goal of the deployment was to proactively prevent accidents by utilizing cameras and artificial intelligence (AI) image recognition to enable the real-time monitoring of railway and cabin conditions to more efficiently manage resources for continuous safety monitoring and proactive maintenance optimization.

HFR's innovative my5G solution employed high-power base stations on railway lanes to provide services to railway tracks and stations, including managing data between network terminals and trains to ensure uninterrupted 5G communications, even when trains are operating at their highest speed.

"Reflecting upon the successful completion of another HFR private 5G deployment, we are proud to have assisted in advancing the level of safety at these mission-critical railway sites," stated Han Jae-hyuk, Head of HFR's Global Business Division. "As a follow on to this project, we expect that HFR's my5G deployments will continue to expand by meeting specific connectivity requirements of various private businesses throughout Japan."

About my5G(TM):

HFR's my5G(TM) solution is a pre-integrated private 5G system. The 3GPP-compliant packaged solution includes key components such as vCore, vCU/DU, indoor and outdoor radio units, plus integrated CPE devices with a complete service & network management platform. HFR is deploying my5GTM in critical applications such as IIOT in a nuclear power generation site in Korea, railway solutions in Japan, as well as across several factory and industrial complexes.

About HFR, Inc.:

HFR, Inc. (KOSDAQ 230240) is the leading ICT equipment vendor in Korea, offering a full range of optical transport, broadband access with WiFi products, and Private 5G. For the last 23 years, HFR has provided innovative products to the world's largest mobile operators. HFR has established strong partnerships with Korean mobile operators resulting in leading-edge technology, field-proven deployments, and expansion into the global market. For more information, visit www.hfrnet.com.

For more information, contact:
Peter K. Cho, Global CTO of HFR, Inc.
peter.cho@hfrnetworks.com

Contact Information
Peter K. Cho
Global CTO, HFR
peter.cho@hfrnetworks.com
+1 469-703-0861

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IBO Technology Intends to Invest in Xingang Electronics

HONG KONG, Jul 5, 2023 – (ACN Newswire) – IBO Technology Company Limited ("IBO Technology" or the "Company", together with its subsidiaries, the "Group"; stock code: 2708.HK) is pleased to announce that the Group has entered into a letter of intent with Mr. Teng Da Cheng to invest in Shandong Xingang Electronic Technology Company Limited* ("Xingang Electronics"), strengthening the Group's capabilities in the PRC's electronic cigarette field and facilitating the Group's in-depth deployment in the electronic cigarette market in the PRC.

Mr. Teng Da Cheng is the largest shareholder of Xingang Electronics, holding 49.9% equity interest. Founded in 2001 and headquartered in Weifang, Shandong, Xingang Electronics is mainly engaged in the research and development ("R&D"), production and sales of capacitive/digital switch type airflow sensors, disposable/rechargeable functional airflow sensors, MEMS airflow sensors, electronic, cigarette controller "customised" modules, ECM microphones and MEMS sensors. Xingang Electronics is a professional acoustic device and MEMS sensor product total solution provider and a leading high and new technology enterprise in the field of ECM microphone and MEMS sensor in the PRC. Xingang Electronics sets up R&D centres in Singapore, Beijing, Shenzhen and Qingdao, and has reached strategic cooperation with Chinese Academy of Sciences, Singapore Science and Technology Bureau, Shandong University and Jilin University to build R&D platforms for MEMS microphone /MEMS sensor, equipped with more than 70 technical patents and 100 proprietary technologies, as well as a team of dozens of experts and more than 40 R&D engineers.

Subject to the Group conducting financial, legal and business due diligence on Xingang Electronics and being satisfied with the results, the Group intends to acquire equity interest in Xingang Electronics held by Mr. Teng Da Cheng at a price with reference to valuation of not exceeding 20 times of the annual net profit of Xingang Electronics. Xingang Electronics intends to establish and complete an offshore red chip structure in which Mr. Teng Da Cheng will hold an indirect shareholding in Xingang Electronics through an offshore holding company. After the completion of the offshore red chip structure, the Group has the right to choose to issue shares, convertible bonds, promissory note and cash or such other instrument of the Company to satisfy the consideration. The issue price of the consideration shares or conversion price of the convertible bond shall not be higher than HK$0.75 per share.

Subsequent to the earlier announcement of investment in Hangzhou Yixin Micro Technology Co., Ltd.* ("Hangzhou Yixin"), a company that integrates the research and development, production and sales of constant pressure and constant power airflow sensing chips and the appointment of Mr. Zhong Zhi Xiong, who has extensive industry knowledge and solid management experience in the electronic cigarette industry in the PRC, as co-chief executive officer, the Group announced its intention to invest in Xingang Electronics, which has strong capability in the PRC's electronic cigarette field, demonstrating its determination to invest in the development of electronic cigarette business in the PRC. The Group develops related business with a multi-pronged approach, and it will help the Group quickly build a solid foundation for future growth and capture golden opportunities in the industry.

Mr. LAI Tse Ming, Chairman and Executive Director of IBO Technology, said, "Being actively committed to diversified business development is the Group's vision in the future, and the electronic cigarette business in PRC will be one of the Group's business focuses. We are pleased to have entered into a letter of intent with Mr. Teng Da Cheng to invest in Xingang Electronics, and we are confident that Xingang Electronics will maintain an expedited development and strengthen its presence in the PRC's electronic cigarette market, thus gradually developing into a world-class provider of electroacoustic/sensor integrated solutions. Looking forward, we strive to continuously identify suitable investment targets in the market with high technology level and huge development potential, such as Hangzhou Yixin and Xingang Electronics. Adhering to the principle of promoting high-quality growth, the Group will step up its efforts in the deployment in the electronic cigarette market in the PRC, to promote the growth of its business scale."

About IBO Technology Company Limited
IBO Technology Company Limited (Stock code: 2708.HK), a leading digital solutions provider, is principally engaged in providing 5G communication equipment and private network solutions, ITAI terminal products and industry solutions, IoT products and solutions, as well as industrial digital solutions in the PRC. The Group's businesses mainly cover four areas, namely (i) intelligent terminal products sales; (ii) system integration; (iii) software development; and (iv) system maintenance services. With nearly 20 years penetration in the IoT industry, the Group serves customers from both the public and private sectors in the PRC, including government authorities, large-scale state-owned enterprises and private enterprises. On 29 May 2023, IBO Technology Company Limited announced an investment in Hangzhou Yixin Micro Technology Co., Ltd.*, in order to commence chip manufacturing business.

For more details, please visit: http://www.ibotech.hk/

* The English name is not the official name and is translated for reference purpose only.

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