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SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 21 January 2026 –Vinova is a premier IT solutions provider based in Singapore. Today, we are proud to announce that we have been recognized as one of Singapore’s Fastest-Growing Companies 2026. This prestigious ranking is a joint initiative by The Straits Times and Statista. We are identified as one of the top 100 local firms with the most robust revenue growth.
This recognition marks the third consecutive year Vinova has been named among Singapore’s fastest-growing companies, following its previous rankings in 2024 and 2025
A Track Record of Consistent Growth
Over the past 15 years, Vinova has earned a strong reputation for digital craftsmanship, delivering high-end mobile and web solutions alongside enterprise-level applications. This sustained growth has been driven by a clear strategic focus, disciplined execution, and a strong commitment to quality.
Our unwavering focus on quality and innovation enables us to serve over 300 clients worldwide. From fast-scaling startups to established Fortune 500 corporations, each benefiting from our dedication to delivering cutting-edge solutions with Singapore-standard excellence.
As we scale, Vinova remains committed to integrating ESG principles into our core operations, striving toward a Net Zero carbon footprint to ensure our innovation contributes to a sustainable future.
“We are honored to be recognized among Singapore’s fastest-growing companies once again in 2026,” said Mike Nguyen, CEO of Vinova. “This achievement belongs to our dedicated team, whose commitment and professionalism continue to drive our growth. We remain focused on delivering Singapore-standard excellence to our clients and partners worldwide.”
Strategic Expansion and Global Presence
In 2024, from our headquarter in Singapore, we took a significant step forward by successfully establishing operations in Thailand, strengthening our presence across the APAC region. At the same time, we are actively expanding our global reach through high-impact strategic partnerships.
These alliances seamlessly combine our signature artisan design standards with large-scale engineering capabilities, while ensuring Vinova continues to lead and innovate at the forefront of the international IT industry.
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VINOVA Pte Ltd.
Vinova is a leading digital transformation agency and technology solutions provider based in Singapore. With a focus on crafting beautiful, functional, and impactful digital products, Vinova offers services in UX/UI design, web and mobile application development, and enterprise system integration. Known for its agile methodology and client-centric approach, Vinova helps businesses innovate and excel in the digital age.
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Microsoft has released XAML Studio as open-source software, opening up a Windows app design tool that had remained proprietary since its launch eight years ago, in a move aimed at rebuilding trust and momentum among developers working on modern Windows interfaces. The company confirmed that the source code for XAML Studio has been published under a permissive licence, allowing developers to inspect, modify and contribute to the […]
A $10 million federal award has been allocated to the University of Washington to expand advanced computing capacity and strengthen interdisciplinary research tied to artificial intelligence, marking one of the largest public investments in AI infrastructure at a single US campus this year. University leaders said the funding is designed to modernise core systems, widen access for researchers across disciplines and reinforce ethical frameworks as AI tools […]
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Automation inside workplaces is shifting as Anthropic’s Claude Code moves beyond an experimental developer tool into a broader agent-based system that is beginning to influence how tasks are planned, executed and audited across sectors ranging from software engineering to medical research and agriculture. The product, built on Anthropic’s Opus 4.5 model, is positioned as a system that can reason over long tasks, coordinate multiple steps without […]
UAE’s federal utility Etihad Water and Electricity has invited eligible consulting firms to register interest in a tender for a techno-economic feasibility study on a proposed undersea power interconnector linking the Emirates with India, signalling a fresh push to test the commercial and technical case for cross-border electricity trade across the Arabian Sea. The utility said the study is intended to produce a comprehensive, bankable feasibility package […]
China’s market watchdog has ordered the removal of co-located trading servers from exchange data centres, a step that strikes at the core of high-frequency trading strategies by stripping away microsecond advantages and reshaping how orders reach the market.
The directive, conveyed to brokerages and proprietary trading firms over the past week, requires firms to relocate servers that sit inside or adjacent to exchange facilities, a practice that has allowed algorithmic traders to exploit ultra-low latency connections. By mandating physical separation, regulators aim to level access speeds across participants and curb behaviour blamed for sharp intraday swings.
Officials at the China Securities Regulatory Commission have framed the move as part of a broader effort to restore fairness and stability at a time when volatility has tested investor confidence. Exchanges have begun coordinating timelines with members, while technology vendors assess the operational impact of migrating equipment and reconfiguring networks.
At the heart of the change is co-location, a service long offered by major venues such as the Shanghai Stock Exchange and the Shenzhen Stock Exchange. By placing servers in the same buildings as matching engines, firms could shave milliseconds off order transmission, a decisive edge for strategies that depend on speed. The new rule eliminates that edge by forcing all traders to connect from outside facilities, effectively compressing the speed differential.
Market participants say the immediate effect will be uneven. Firms that rely heavily on latency-sensitive strategies face higher costs and potential revenue declines, while asset managers and retail-focused brokers expect fewer instances of sudden price dislocations triggered by rapid-fire trades. Some proprietary desks have already paused certain algorithms as engineers test alternative connectivity routes.
Regulators’ concerns extend beyond fairness. Officials have grown wary of feedback loops in which automated strategies amplify short-term moves, especially during thin liquidity. Episodes of abrupt swings in small- and mid-cap shares have sharpened scrutiny of trading practices that can overwhelm order books in fractions of a second. By slowing the fastest participants, authorities believe markets will better reflect underlying supply and demand.
The measure also aligns with a wider tightening of oversight on quantitative trading. Over the past year, exchanges have refined monitoring of order-to-trade ratios, imposed stricter reporting on algorithmic strategies, and increased penalties for disruptive behaviour. Server removal adds a structural constraint that complements those rules, shifting the emphasis from after-the-fact enforcement to preventative design.
Technology providers are bracing for a wave of changes. Data centre operators linked to exchanges will see reduced demand for premium co-location services, while telecom firms may benefit as traders invest in faster external links to mitigate latency losses. Network optimisation, time-synchronisation tools and smarter order-routing software are expected to attract investment as firms adapt.
There are risks of short-term disruption. Moving servers involves downtime, testing and regulatory approvals, raising the possibility of temporary liquidity dips in certain instruments. Exchanges have signalled flexibility on implementation schedules to avoid disorderly conditions, though the direction of policy is clear. Compliance teams are urging firms to prioritise stability over speed during the transition.
Internationally, the decision is being watched closely. Other jurisdictions have grappled with the balance between innovation and fairness, with mixed approaches ranging from speed bumps to transaction taxes. China’s choice to remove co-location altogether is among the most decisive interventions to date and could influence debates elsewhere, particularly in markets where retail participation is high.
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Global investors are being urged to rethink long-held assumptions about United States stock market dominance after Goldman Sachs projected that emerging market equities and select European stocks are positioned to deliver stronger returns over the next five years. The investment bank’s outlook points to a combination of lower valuations, stronger economic growth prospects and a gradual narrowing of the earnings gap with the US, challenging strategies that […]
PETALING JAYA, MALAYSIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 15 January 2026– CDL Academy Sdn. Bhd. (CDL Academy), the learning and development arm of YTL Cement Group, and Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on 9 January 2026 to strengthen collaboration in talent development, applied learning, and sustainable construction practices for Malaysia’s engineering sector.
(from left to right): Datuk Aziyah Mohamed, Co-chairman of CDL Academy Sdn. Bhd., Dato’ Sr. Mohd Zaid Zakaria, Chairman of CDL Academy Sdn. Bhd., Prof. Dr. Mohd Shafry Bin Mohd Rahim, Vice-Chancellor of Universiti Teknologi Malaysia, and Associate Professor Ir. Dr. Noor Nabilah Sarbini, Director, Forensic Engineering Centre of Universiti Teknologi Malaysia during the Memorandum of Understanding signing ceremony between CDL Academy Sdn. Bhd. and Universiti Teknologi Malaysia.
The MoU was signed by UTM Vice Chancellor Prof. Dr. Mohd Shafry Mohd Rahim and CDL Academy Chairman Dato’ Sr. Mohd Zaid Zakaria. It formalises the ongoing partnership between the two organisations and aims to provide students with industry exposure and practical experience, preparing them for careers in the construction sector.
Under the agreement, UTM and CDL Academy will pursue initiatives including professional training programmes, student internships, academic exchanges, workshops, seminars, and innovation projects in green building materials, advanced construction technologies, and cost management solutions.
Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM) is Malaysia’s premier university for engineering, science, and technology, committed to building partnerships that enrich research output and provide students with real-world learning opportunities. The collaboration with CDL Academy exemplifies UTM’s efforts to equip graduates with the skills and experience needed to contribute effectively to the nation’s development.
Since its inception in 2019, CDL Academy has delivered over 100 seminars and learning engagements, benefiting more than 10,000 participants across the construction and engineering ecosystem. The collaboration with UTM expands these efforts, supporting the development of industry-ready graduates and addressing emerging needs in sustainable construction and advanced building technologies.
The MoU will be in effect for three years, with opportunities for renewal. Coordinators from both parties will oversee programme development to ensure measurable outcomes for students, researchers, and the construction industry. Hashtag: #YTLCement, #CDLAcademy, #UTM, #ESG, #Sustainability, #Construction, #SustainableConstruction
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CDL Academy Sdn. Bhd. is the professional learning and development platform of the YTL Cement Group, established to support training and talent development within the construction industry. CDL Academy focuses on developing well-trained, industry-ready professionals through structured training and practical knowledge-sharing.
Beyond technical disciplines, CDL Academy serves as a hub for knowledge exchange, innovation and collaboration. It brings together practitioners, academics and universities, as well as industry leaders, industry associations and governing bodies through training programmes, seminars, workshops and strategic partnerships.
Through its commitment to quality education and best-practice sharing, CDL Academy aims to contribute to strengthening industry talent pipelines, supporting university–industry collaboration, and supporting the long-term advancement and sustainability of the construction ecosystem.
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Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM) is a premier public research university in Malaysia, specialising in engineering, science and technology. Located in Johor Bahru and with a campus in Kuala Lumpur, UTM is committed to producing globally competitive graduates and advancing cutting-edge research that addresses national and global challenges.
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HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 13 January 2026 – Today, KGI has released its 2026 Global Market Outlook, covering markets in the US, Mainland China, Hong Kong, Taiwan, and Singapore.
(From left) James Chu, Chairman at KGI Securities Investment Advisory; James Wey, Head of International Wealth Management at KGI; Cusson Leung, Chief Investment Officer at KGI
After a turbulent year of trade disruptions and policy uncertainty under President Trump, investors face new questions. China has unveiled its 15th Five-Year Plan, as policymakers aim to support domestic growth amid global challenges. The market outlook for 2026 is shaped by interest rate decisions, economic resilience, and shifting international dynamics.
Under this backdrop, we propose the “LEAD” strategy for 2026:
Liquidity Shift
Earnings Focused
Adding Credit
Diversified Assets
Cusson Leung, Chief Investment Officer at KGI, says: “Looking ahead to 2026, investors can adopt a LEAD strategy: L stands for Liquidity Shift, benefiting from a weakening US dollar and interest rate cuts, with funds expected to flow to non-US dollar and Asian currencies; E stands for Earnings Focused, focusing on earnings growth to support valuations and allocating to US, European, and Japanese stocks; A stands for Adding Credit, locking in the credit of leading companies and increasing holdings of A-rated investment grade bonds; and D stands for Diversified Assets, responding to the upward trend in both stocks and bonds by including alternative assets to optimize asset allocation.”
Macro & US Markets The US economy will experience a more pronounced downturn in 4Q25, which will extend into 1H26, and this will have a negative impact on consumption, slowing investment activity. Nevertheless, AI-driven productivity gains should provide some support, with US GDP growth in 2026 forecast at 2.2%. The eurozone will see moderate growth, with Germany benefiting significantly from fiscal expansion and economic improvement. Japan’s economy will strengthen on domestic demand, aided by additional fiscal stimulus. China has demonstrated resilience under trade protectionism in 2025. With inflation risks easing and labor market risks rising, the US Fed cut the interest rates in September 2025, with a total reduction of 75 bps in 2025, followed by an additional 50-75 bps in 2026.
Regarding US stocks, AI-driven productivity gains and cost reductions should sustain solid profitability, with S&P 500 earnings projected to grow by 13.55% year-on-year (YoY) in 2026. However, higher risk premiums may cap valuation upside, leading us to project a year-end target of 7,650 points. Market performance will reflect risk-driven declines in 1Q26, stabilize and recover in 2Q26, and rally significantly around the midterm elections in 4Q26. By sector, among AI-related themes we favor technology, semiconductors, utilities (on higher power demand), machinery for advanced manufacturing, and industrial REITs. Non-AI beneficiaries include aerospace and defense (on higher military spending), pharmaceuticals (on tariff benefits), and capital market segments (supported by active investment banking). As for fixed income, US economic weakness and Fed rate cuts will drive Treasury yields lower, with 10-year yields expected to fall to 3.5-3.7% by 2Q26. We recommend allocating to US Treasuries or high-rated investment-grade corporate bonds in 1H26, then rotating into high-yield bonds in 2H26 as policy rates and economic conditions reach a bottom.
James Chu, Chairman at KGI Securities Investment Advisory, says:“AI is triggering a new productivity revolution, supporting economic growth and strengthening corporate earnings. While the US economy is expected to slow, a recession remains unlikely, and the short-term impact of tariff policies should gradually fade by the first quarter of 2026. Although the Fed may shift from cutting rates at every meeting to cutting at alternating meetings, the overall environment remains a rate-cutting cycle. In a non-recession backdrop, lower interest rates should continue to support equity market performance.”
Mainland China and Hong Kong Markets In terms of the macroeconomy, with the conclusion of trade agreements among many countries, risks have subsided. However, due to external drag, China’s GDP growth is expected to slow slightly to 4.6% in 2026. In 2026, investors should focus on four key areas for Hong Kong and mainland China markets: (1) In the consumption sector, domestic demand continued to be the core growth driver, contributing more than half of GDP. As the “trade-in” effect diminishes, the central government is expected to implement the “15th Five-Year Plan” and economic conference plans, launching a new round of subsidies covering culture, entertainment, and sports to continuously boost consumer spending. (2) In the financial market, risk appetite has increased. Given the narrowing spread between bond yields and fixed deposit rates, large amounts of savings are flowing into the capital market seeking returns. The fundamentals of the banking and insurance industries have bottomed out, and the credit structure is accelerating its shift from real estate to supporting the real economy. (3) Regarding the issue of “anti-involution,” the PPI remains weak, and capacity reduction has become a focus. Compared to 2015, this round involves more downstream private enterprises and needs to consider employment, presenting greater challenges. While industry consolidation is expected to be lengthy, the impact is controllable and beneficial for long-term healthy development. (4) Regarding new quality productive forces, this will replace real estate and infrastructure as the main investment focus. Digital infrastructure supports AI and embodied intelligence, and humanoid robots are expected to see commercialization in 2026, “iPhone moment.” Leading companies with core technological autonomy in innovative drugs will enjoy higher valuation premiums.
Overall, we are optimistic on Hang Seng Index. We expect the Federal Reserve’s interest rate cuts to drive fund inflows to the Hong Kong and mainland stock markets. Based on an upward revision of the forward PE ratio to 13.5x and 8% earnings growth, we set a target of 30,000 points for the Hang Seng Index by the end of 2026, representing a potential upside of approximately 14%. As confidence recovers, the investment style is expected to shift from defensive to growth stocks. Recommended 12 stocks: XPeng Motors (9868), UBTECH (9880), Tencent Holdings (700), Alibaba (9988), China Hongqiao (1378), AIA Group (1299), Ping An Insurance (2318), China Merchants Bank (3968), Akeso Biopharma (9926), Pop Mart (9992), Tencent Music (1698), and Sino Land (83).
Cusson Leung, Chief Investment Officer at KGI, says: “2026 marks a crucial turning point for the Chinese economy. While the market anticipates GDP growth to slow to 4.6%, “new quality productive forces,” resembling humanoid robots, is taking over as a new growth engine. The most critical signal in the market is the “awakening” of idle cash—massive savings are flowing from low-interest fixed deposits to the capital market seeking returns. With risk appetite returning and policy support intensifying, now is the time to shift investment strategies from “defensive” to “growth.” Driven by both valuation repair and earnings growth, we are optimistic that the Hang Seng Index will reach 30,000 points, and the allocation value of Hong Kong and mainland China stocks has reappeared.”
Taiwan Market Compared to the dot-com era bull run, which lasted almost five years, the current AI frenzy has been around for about three years, suggesting that the uptrend is still in its middle phase and could extend through 2026.
AI plays are trading at high PEs, such valuations are backed by strong fundamentals. In fact, the PEG ratio of Taiwan’s AI supply chain has yet to surpass 1x. We estimate that aggregate earnings of AI plays will grow by 21% YoY in 2026, following impressive upticks of 35% in 2024 and 43% in 2025. AI stocks now account for more than 60% of TAIEX earnings, and with the ongoing AI arms race, overall TAIEX earnings growth is projected to accelerate from 14% in 2025F to 20% in 2026.
Although the AI frenzy should keep the bull market intact, volatility will rise in tandem due to: (1) substantial cumulative gains, and the fact that valuations are approaching historic highs; (2) policy and political uncertainty surrounding the US midterm elections; and (3) potential changes in the US Fed’s rate-cut pace. We expect the TAIEX to repeat a “smile-curve” pattern, featuring continued strength in 1Q26, followed by healthy corrections in 2Q-3Q26 before closing the year with a renewed upswing.
We think investors need to pay attention to two major themes. The first is a broad-based product spec upgrade trend across the AI supply chain, which will drive the industry into a new growth phase, with beneficiaries including foundries, GPU and ASIC designers, advanced packaging (such as CoWoS), and ODMs, as well as testing interfaces, memory, thermal solutions, CCL, ABF substrates, PCBs, switches, and power component suppliers amid strong AI computing demand and ongoing GPU platform upgrades. The second is diversification and defensive asset allocation. Innovations in consumer electronics, such as foldable iPhones and smart wearables, will provide growth opportunities, while companies with resilient domestic demand and stable high dividend yields offer a balanced strategy combining growth and income. Overall, investors should strike a balance between growth and resilience against volatility in their portfolios, in the face of market fluctuations.
James Chu, Chairman at KGI Securities Investment Advisory, says:“The solid earnings growth driven by AI and still reasonable valuations form a strong foundation for the ongoing bull market in Taiwanese equities. With AI adoption accelerating across enterprises and consumers, demand for computing power is rising rapidly. Yet supply remains constrained by chip and power bottlenecks, meaning hardware suppliers are likely to face continued shortages through 2026. Taiwan’s AI supply chain is set to remain a key beneficiary, particularly those tied to next-generation specification upgrades.”
Singapore Market In 9M25, the overall performance of Singapore’s economy was better than expected as the global trade tensions eased after the US pivoted on its reciprocal tariffs and reached deals with its major trading partners. The manufacturing, wholesale trade and finance & insurance sectors remained the growth pillars of the Singapore economy, and each sector delivered decent growth. In particular, manufacturing’s growth has been robust, driven by the electronics, transport engineering and biomedical manufacturing clusters. The full year outlook is upbeat, as the growth momentum shall continue till the end of the year.
Looking ahead, the global economic outlook for 2026 suggests slower GDP growth for most of Singapore’s key trading partners, including China and the Eurozone, largely due to the impact of US tariffs, which will temper demand for Southeast Asian exports, though US growth is expected to remain resilient from AI investment. Consequently, Singapore’s outward-oriented sectors, particularly manufacturing and trade-related services, are projected to expand at a slower pace than in 2025, although the electronics and related sectors will benefit from AI demand, while some precision engineering and biomedical output may moderate domestically, the construction sector is set to grow, but consumer-facing sectors are likely to remain subdued. However, the relatively low interest rates and continuous government support shall buffer the impact of the slowdown, and the capital market will still benefit from the upward re-rating catalysts.
Chen Guangzhi, Head of Research at KGI Singapore, says: “Thanks to trade de-escalation and the AI wave, Singapore experienced significant economic expansion in 2025. Proactive government initiatives turbo-charged the equity bull run, and this strong momentum is expected to deliver an optimistic economic outlook for 2026.” Hashtag: #KGI #MarketOutlook
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HARBIN, CHINA – Media OutReach Newswire – 12 January 2026 – On 10 January, the inaugural “HIT-Cambridge-Oxford Cup” Ice Dragon Boat International Friendship Race was held in Harbin, China’s “Ice City”. Fourteen teams participated, representing University of Oxford, University of Cambridge, Harbin Institute of Technology (HIT), other C9 League universities, as well as institutions from Hong Kong and Macao, competing in this exhilarating event.
The opening ceremony of “HIT-Cambridge-Oxford Cup” Ice Dragon Boat International Friendship Race
“This is incredible!” said Edward Townsend, a Cambridge student, his cheeks rosy from the cold wind and his eyes gleaming with excitement after an intense ice dragon boat race. “In the UK, the lowest temperature is around -5°C, but here it’s over -20°C. At first, we had no idea about ice dragon boating, but it’s more than just physical; it’s a test of teamwork. We’ve rowed on the River Cam, but this is our first time racing dragon boats on ice in China.”
“The biggest challenge is the technique difference. Ice dragon boating tests your core and upper body, while water rowing is more about the legs,” said Daniel Foran from Oxford. “But this challenge brought us closer as a team, and the HIT coaches were incredibly supportive, showing us how to use our strength effectively.”
“HIT-Cambridge-Oxford Cup” Ice Dragon Boat International Friendship Race
“Ice dragon boating has really shown me how sports can bring the world closer, making distance feel almost irrelevant,” said Na Boshi, a student at HIT who is competing in his third ice dragon boat race. “In the past, the event was mainly an opportunity to connect with students and faculty from other C9 universities in China. This year, however, it felt even more exciting, as we welcomed teams from Oxford, Cambridge, and universities in Hong Kong and Macao. HIT’s athletic programmes are becoming increasingly international, creating an incredible platform for cultural exchange and mutual learning.”
“In Chinese culture, the dragon boat symbolises unity, progress, and excellence, values that resonate with the British ideals of courage, courtesy, and responsibility,” said Chen Jie, HIT Party Secretary. “Although China and the UK are at opposite ends of the Eurasian continent, this event bridges Oxford and Cambridge’s century-old rowing tradition with HIT’s engineering legacy and fosters cultural understanding between our youth.”
Beyond the competition, the cultural exchange was equally vibrant. Participants had the chance to visit Harbin Ice-Snow World, feed Siberian tigers up close, taste traditional Northeast Chinese cuisine, and explore the century-old Chinese Baroque district. These immersive experiences gave the foreign students a new and deeper understanding of China.
As a leading engineering university in China, HIT’s hosting of the event was more than a sports competition; it was an effort to explore new pathways for opening up higher education in today’s complex international landscape.
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