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Multiple high-severity vulnerabilities in SEPPmail Secure E-Mail Gateway have exposed organisations using the encrypted messaging appliance to risks ranging from remote code execution to interception of confidential email traffic, with the highest concern centred on publicly reachable systems in Germany, Austria and Switzerland. The flaws affect a product widely used to secure email exchange between companies and external recipients, particularly where encrypted messages, large file transfers and […]

A fast-moving supply-chain attack has hit a broad set of npm packages linked to the @antv ecosystem, exposing developers and organisations to credential theft through malicious package versions tied to the maintainer account “atool”. The campaign, identified on May 19, 2026, appears to form part of the Mini Shai-Hulud malware wave, a self-spreading operation that has already affected other developer ecosystems through compromised open-source packages. The latest […]

Ukrainian state bodies are facing a sustained phishing campaign by the Russia-linked Gamaredon group, with attackers using weaponised WinRAR archives to deploy GammaDrop and GammaLoad malware in a multi-stage espionage operation aimed at government networks. The campaign, active since September 2025 and still evolving, has targeted Ukrainian state institutions through spoofed messages and compromised government email accounts. The emails are written in Ukrainian and designed to resemble […]

Paper Werewolf has expanded its campaign against Russian industrial, financial and transport organisations, using phishing emails, fake Adobe software updates and the EchoGather remote access trojan to deepen access inside targeted networks. The Russian-language threat cluster, also tracked as GOFFEE, was active in the March-April 2026 window with a toolset that shows a clear shift from conventional phishing toward layered intrusion chains. The latest campaign begins with […]

Dubai will host a high-level Africa investment forum on 22 October 2026 as Invest Africa and the Government of the United Arab Emirates move to deepen trade, finance and technology partnerships across one of the world’s fastest-growing economic corridors. The Africa Debate – UAE, organised in collaboration with the UAE Ministry of Foreign Trade, will bring senior figures from government, finance, industry and development institutions under the […]

Elon Musk has signalled that SpaceX is moving towards a public listing “pretty soon”, setting the stage for what could become the largest stock market debut on record and a defining test of investor appetite for space, satellite internet and artificial intelligence businesses. Musk said he was back in Texas working on plans for the initial public offering as SpaceX prepares to open itself to public market […]

Arabian Post Staff -Dubai Standard Chartered is moving to bring Zodia Custody’s crypto custody business inside its own digital-asset operations, marking a sharper push by the London-headquartered bank to capture institutional demand for regulated storage of tokens and blockchain-based financial assets. The planned acquisition would fold key custody activities of Zodia Custody Ltd., a majority-owned subsidiary, into Standard Chartered’s corporate and investment banking division, where the bank […]

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Security researchers uncovered 47 previously unknown vulnerabilities at Pwn2Own Berlin, underscoring persistent weaknesses in enterprise software, artificial intelligence tools, operating systems and virtualisation platforms even when products are fully patched. The three-day competition, held from May 14 to May 16 alongside OffensiveCon in Berlin, awarded $1,298,250 in cash prizes. The event placed some of the world’s most widely used corporate technologies under controlled attack, with researchers targeting […]

Critical security flaws in n8n have exposed how quickly workflow automation platforms can become high-value targets when they connect business systems, credentials, data stores and artificial intelligence tools inside one operating layer. The vulnerabilities affect n8n versions before 1.123.43, 2.20.7 and 2.22.1, with security advisories warning that attackers with workflow creation or modification rights could combine weaknesses to achieve remote code execution on affected servers. The most […]

Tech Giants Microsoft, Adobe, BytePlus, HP, and iFLYTEK Headline the Event; Over 10,000 Professional Visits Expected to Bridge the “Deployment Gap” through High-Impact Exhibitions, Strategic Summits, and Hands-on Skills Labs

HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 18 May 2026 – 2026 represents a definitive turning point as Artificial Intelligence transitions from experimental “pilot” phases to industrialized, enterprise-scale implementation. AI+ Power 2026, Hong Kong’s premier exhibition & conference for commercial AI applications, returns to the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre (HKCEC) from 4-5 Jun 2026. Now in its sixth edition, the event actively responds to the HKSAR Government’s “AI+” development strategy. Under the theme “AI+ Power in Action,” the expo focuses on how AI creates value and unlocks new market opportunities for enterprises. By showcasing a diverse array of AI solutions on-site, the event empowers businesses to remain competitive in an increasingly challenging business environment.

The 2026 Enterprise Imperative: Beyond Prompting – Agentic AI Enters the Era of Autonomous Execution

For today’s business leaders, the challenge is no longer understanding AI — it is choosing the right tools and applying them effectively. According to Gartner’s 2026 Strategic Trends, the enterprise landscape has moved beyond the initial GenAI hype into the era of Agentic AI — autonomous systems capable of independent decision-making and workflow execution. While most enterprises have begun AI deployment, the ultimate differentiator for 2026 is achieving the transition from “conversation to execution” and securing a measurable Return on Investment (ROI).

Culsin Li, Founder and Chief Visionary Officer of AI+ Power, noted: “In 2026, the most critical executive skill is becoming leaders who can strategically direct AI adoption. With AI applications entering the ‘no-code’ era, technical implementation is no longer the primary hurdle; the focus for leadership returns to the core of business: identifying operational pain points and defining strategic needs. AI+ Power 2026 serves as a premier platform where attendees can gain insights from expert-led case studies and source ready-to-deploy AI solutions to immediately resolve bottlenecks. We provide a comprehensive one-stop ecosystem, enabling decision-makers to transition seamlessly from strategic inspiration to procurement and final implementation.”

AI+ Power 2026 features six high-impact pillars designed to accelerate AI adoption:

Pillar 1: AI+ Summit – Strategic Roadmaps for Vertical Transformation

The AI+ Summit features a formidable roster of global pioneers, including Microsoft, HP, Adobe, BytePlus, and iFLYTEK, who will dissect the shift from smart office revolutions to autonomous AI agents.

To address the critical pillars of corporate governance and financial practice, the Summit has curated two flagship strategic forums:

  • CEO Panel: AI Transformation for Hong Kong’s Legacy Leaders — Moderated by Dr. Toa Charm, Chairman of the Data and AI Literacy Association (DALA), this session explores how C-suites navigate AI strategy and talent governance while balancing technological innovation with business value creation. It also examines how leaders can accelerate the scalable adoption of AI across Hong Kong, the Greater Bay Area (GBA), and Asia to ensure AI visions translate into tangible organizational impact.
  • FinTech 2.0: From Future of Work to Agentic Workflows — Moderated by Mr. Peter Koo, Convenor, FinTech Specialist Group of Hong Kong Computer Society. Partners from the “Big 4” (EY, Deloitte, KPMG, and PwC) will share the stage for a rare joint session to dismantle how Agentic AI automates KYC and risk monitoring, and explores “Data-to-Revenue” pathways. The forum will also address the convergence of AI with Tokenisation, Stablecoins, Digital Assets, and RegTech.

The Summit will also cover MarTech, enterprise productivity, retail, and education, featuring leaders from MTR Lab, HSBC, Maxim’s Group, Hong Yip, HKT, PrimeCredit, and Logitech, alongside academic representatives.

Pillar 2: AI+ Expo – The Modern Workplace & Smart Living Revolution

Industry leaders Canon HK, Logitech, Shure, and iFLYTEK will demonstrate how AI-driven hardware eliminates operational friction, allowing teams to focus on core creativity.

Pillar 3: AI+ Skills Lab — Zero-Barrier Mastery for Decision Makers

To address the enterprise talent gap, the AI+ Skills Lab has been launched this year to provide hands-on, practical training. Led by a team of veteran practitioners including Arik Chan from GDG HK (CISSP-certified), Frankie Wu from GDG HK and also Founder of Nexamind AI, and Roland Leung, Director of Datality Lab, the lab is tailor-made for non-technical decision-makers. It emphasizes a “small-class, laptop-ready” approach; featured highlights include OSINT-driven fraud detection using Google Gemini, the deployment of privacy-safe enterprise AI agents, and rapid AI-powered commercial video creation using Seedance 2.0 and KlingAI 3.0. This practical experience empowers participants to “Learn Today, Apply Tomorrow,” transforming AI into real-world productivity.

Pillar 4: Embodied AI & Robotics — The First “Smart Living Experience Zone”

Breaking away from pure software solutions, the event debuts the first “Smart Living Experience Zone,” presenting the physical manifestation of AI integrated with robotics in environmental management, medical rehabilitation, and gerontech. Highlights include environmental robots capable of automatic waste classification and autonomous cleaning; medical assistant systems for physical therapy and ward delivery; and non-invasive “passive fall detection” care solutions. These innovations are setting new benchmarks for automated operations across the property management, healthcare, and social welfare sectors.

Pillar 5: AI Strategic Advisory Hub & Industry Networking — Unlocking New Business Opprtunities

The event proudly presents the “AI Strategic Advisory Hub,” a flagship initiative designed to disrupt the traditional one-way nature of business matching. Technical experts from leading providers will transform into “Consultants”, offering decision-makers immediate diagnostics and tailored deployment advice. Navigating a vast array of technical choices can be overwhelming; this “Advisory Hub” is dedicated to helping enterprises pinpoint high-ROI implementation pathways, ensuring that technology investments translate directly into tangible profitability. Furthermore, the two-day event features exclusive industry networking sessions to foster deep dialogue and strategic exchanges between technology pioneers and enterprise leaders.

Pillar 6: AI+ Power Awards 2026 — Recognizing the Future Leaders of Commercial AI

The AI+ Power Awards 2026, a highly anticipated flagship event, returns to honor the region’s most innovative, impactful, and commercially viable AI applications. This year has seen an unprecedented level of competition, and the first-round finalists have officially been announced. Shortlisted organizations in key categories such as “AI+ in Business” and “AI+ Project of the Year” include industry pioneers such as Maxim’s Group, CITIC Telecom CPC, iFLYTEK, ASTRI, and Lingnan University. The final winners will be grandly unveiled in late May.

Capturing the Momentum of AI Scaling: Building a New Era for Innovation

AI+ Power 2026 responds proactively to the HKSAR Government’s “AI+” strategy, embodying the core spirit of “AI+ Power in Action.” We are committed to transforming policy vision into commercial reality, helping enterprises successfully transition from AI “observers” to “active practitioners.”

Through high-level summit exchanges, immersive exhibition experiences, step-by-step practical training, and prestigious award recognition, we empower every attendee to seize first-mover advantages in the age of AI scaling. Together, we are driving Hong Kong’s evolution into the premier Asia-Pacific hub for commercial AI innovation.

Secure Your Advantage: Register Now

Online pre-registration for AI+ Power 2026 is now officially open. Trade visitors and industry professionals are invited to register for free admission and pre-book seats for keynote summits and hands-on Skills Lab workshops. Please note that workshop seating is limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Register Now: https://bit.ly/3R9W3fC

Event Details:

  • Date: 4-5 June 2026 (Thursday–Friday)
  • Venue: Hall 5FG, Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre (HKCEC)
  • Admission: Free for trade visitors (Pre-registration required; group registration available)
  • Official Website: www.aipluspower.com

Hashtag: #AIPower #AIPower2026

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About AI+ Power’s Organizer – Baobab Tree Event Management Co., Ltd.

Baobab Tree Event Management Co., Ltd. (BTE) is a Hong Kong–based event and exhibition organizer founded in 2011, with offices in Guangzhou, Shanghai, and Beijing. With over 20 years of industry experience, the company specializes in event management, exhibition operations, marketing, sales, and on-site delivery.

The company manages the delivery of Hong Kong’s signature mega events, including the Hong Kong Chinese New Year Parade and the Hong Kong Wine & Dine Festival, both organized by the Hong Kong Tourism Board, while also developing and managing professional exhibitions across multiple industry sectors such as AI and digital technology, Food & Beverage, Veterinary, Non-Woven, Professional AV, and PCB & electronics manufacturing, serving regional and international markets.

Committed to sustainable development, the company integrates ESG principles into its operations and has completed an independent ESG assessment, achieving Level 1 status under an assessment framework developed by the The University of Hong Kong and ESG Development Co., Ltd.

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Strategy has moved to buy back about $1.5 billion of its 2029 convertible notes, sharpening a capital-management push that sits alongside its ambition to build one of the world’s most dominant Bitcoin reserves. The Virginia-based company, formerly known as MicroStrategy, agreed on May 14 to repurchase roughly $1.50 billion in principal amount of its 0 per cent convertible senior notes due 2029 for an estimated cash price […]

CertiK has warned that attackers are using artificial intelligence to scan ageing smart contracts for exploitable flaws, raising the risk level for decentralised finance projects that still rely on older code, inherited protocol designs and under-maintained deployments. The blockchain security firm’s May 15 alert points to a shift in the economics of crypto attacks. Vulnerability hunting that once required time, specialist knowledge and manual review can now […]

SpaceX is moving towards a record-breaking stock market debut that could value Elon Musk’s rocket, satellite and artificial intelligence empire at about $1.75 trillion, placing public investors before one of the most ambitious and complex listings ever attempted on Wall Street. The company is preparing to list on Nasdaq under the ticker SPCX as early as June, with plans that could raise roughly $75 billion. Such a […]

Revolut has offered employees across its global workforce a £1,000 payment for helping bring new business customers to the digital bank, signalling a sharper push into corporate banking as Chief Executive Officer Nik Storonsky seeks to sustain rapid growth ahead of a planned public listing. The incentive, communicated to staff on Friday, places business customer acquisition at the centre of the London-based fintech’s next phase. Employees across […]

Gunra ransomware has expanded from a relatively narrow Windows-focused threat into a structured cybercrime franchise, raising concern among security teams as its operators shift from a Conti-derived locker to their own Ransomware-as-a-Service model. The group, first observed in April 2025, initially drew attention after attacks on five companies in South Korea. Its early malware showed similarities to Conti, the once-dominant ransomware operation whose leaked source code reshaped […]

Crypto exchange MEXC has closed its first USD1 event series with more than 161,000 participants and $2.4 billion in futures trading volume from new users, underscoring how fee promotions and stablecoin-linked incentives are reshaping competition among digital asset platforms. The campaign, which ended on May 13, centred on USD1, the dollar-pegged stablecoin associated with World Liberty Financial. MEXC positioned the initiative as part of its wider 0-fee […]

Security teams are assessing two publicly released proof-of-concept exploits that target Windows BitLocker protections and privilege controls, widening concern over exposure on enterprise systems after Microsoft’s May security update cycle. The exploits, identified as YellowKey and GreenPlasma, were published by a security researcher using the online name Nightmare-Eclipse, also known as Chaotic Eclipse. Both flaws remain unpatched, with one focused on bypassing BitLocker drive protections and the […]

Security teams are racing to contain a high-severity PraisonAI flaw after exploitation attempts were detected within hours of public disclosure, underscoring how quickly attackers are probing exposed artificial intelligence infrastructure. The vulnerability, tracked as CVE-2026-44338, affects PraisonAI versions from 2.5.6 to before 4.6.34. It stems from a legacy Flask API server shipped with authentication disabled by default. Where that server is reachable over a network, any unauthorised […]

A suspected China-linked hacking group attempted to breach the India operations of a global manufacturer using TencShell, a previously undocumented malware implant built from an open-source command-and-control framework and adapted for stealthy enterprise intrusion. The attempted compromise, detected in April 2026, centred on a third-party user connected to the manufacturer’s environment, underscoring the growing security risks created by supplier, contractor and partner access. The attack was blocked […]

Singapore will host the first stop of a new Sea and OpenAI Codex hackathon series across Asia Pacific, placing the city-state at the centre of a wider push to accelerate AI-native software development among experienced builders. The Sea x OpenAI Codex Hackathon is scheduled for 6 June 2026 and will bring together more than 150 developers, engineers and AI builders working in up to 40 teams. Participants […]

A newly documented malware framework has exposed how attackers are turning open-source offensive tools into stealthy intrusion platforms capable of screen control, browser data access and Windows privilege escalation. The framework, tracked as TencShell, was detected during an attempted attack on a global manufacturing organisation through a third-party connection at its India site. The operation was blocked before attackers could establish lasting control, but the technical evidence […]

Cape Town to host continent’s largest energy gathering as focus shifts from aspiration to execution

CAPE TOWN, SOUTH AFRICA – EQS Newswire – 14 May 2026 – The Africa Energy Forum (https://apo-opa.co/4ugdl9y) returns from 16-19 June 2026, bringing together the companies, investors and governments driving Africa’s move from energy access to industrial-scale infrastructure.

The companies gathering in Cape Town are deploying capital into transmission infrastructure, building mining corridors that will define trade routes for decades, financing baseload capacity that can power heavy industry, and developing renewable projects that will anchor Africa’s manufacturing future. Forum Sponsor Sun Africa leads a group of sponsors whose projects and investments are already shaping how the continent builds its industrial base.

“I am looking forward to joining the conversation in Cape Town this June. What excites me about this year’s Summit is the calibre of capital and commitment in the room — companies that are financing baseload capacity for heavy industry, building mining corridors that will define trade routes for decades, and deploying renewable projects that will anchor Africa’s manufacturing future. That is the kind of long-term, structural thinking that Sun Africa has always believed this continent deserves, and it is exactly the conversation we need to be having.” Sun Africa, CEO, Adam Cortese.

ACWA Power, Infinity Power and AMEA Power are building gigawatt-scale renewable capacity across the continent. Globeleq and TotalEnergies are financing and operating projects that demonstrate how private capital can deliver industrial-grade infrastructure. British International Investment and IFC are structuring deals that blend concessional and commercial finance to unlock sovereign wealth fund participation. Nedbank CIB is providing the sustainable finance structures that allow projects to reach financial close.

“As Africa moves from aspiration to execution, this year’s agenda focuses on the hardware of industrialisation – the steel, concrete and transmission lines that will define Africa’s industrial future,” said Simon Gosling, Managing Director of EnergyNet.

The companies driving this shift face common challenges: structuring bankable projects where perceived risk exceeds actual performance, moving critical minerals from extraction to processing, building transmission corridors that serve both mines and cities, and deploying patient capital into long-term infrastructure.

Cape Town provides the right setting. South Africa is navigating private transmission investment, energy trading, mining-driven renewable deployment, and tensions between industrial growth and climate commitments – challenges the rest of the continent will face. The city’s reforms offer a live case study.

The agenda reflects where these companies are focusing their resources. Critical minerals receive a two-day dedicated stream exploring downstream processing, transport corridors and value capture from reserves representing over 30% of global supply. Sessions examine the Lobito Corridor, Liberty Corridor and Simandou infrastructure as models for large-scale project finance.

Transmission and baseload themes address grid expansion, private investment structures and 24/7 availability for data centres and manufacturing. Energy trading sessions explore how sponsors are transforming project finance through creditworthy off-take, whole technology discussions will cover AI for revenue protection, data centre supply chains and CBAM compliance.

More broadly, the forum structure supports deal-making. The speaker programme includes closed-door roundtables bringing together DFIs, sovereign wealth funds, Middle East ministers, utilities, regulators and the private sector for frank discussions on capital deployment.

This will bring together senior public and private sector leadership, with notable speakers including H.E. Honourable Dr. Kgosientsho Ramokgopa, Minister of Electricity & Energy, South Africa; H.E. Honourable Samantha Graham-Marè, Deputy Minister of Electricity & Energy, South Africa; Dan Marokane, GCE, Eskom, South Africa; H.E. Honourable Jeremiah Kpan Koung, Vice President, Liberia; H.E. Honourable Dr. Kgosientsho Ramokgopa, Minister of Electricity & Energy, South Africa; H.E. Honourable Lerato Mataboge, African Union Commissioner for Infrastructure and Energy; Precious Edward, Head, IPP Office, South Africa; Obaïd Amrane, CEO, Ithmar Capital, Morocco, Chair, Africa Sovereign Investors Forum (ASIF) & Chair, International Forum of Sovereign Wealth Funds (IFSWF); Mike Teke, Group CEO, Seriti Resources; and Jonathan Hoffman, CEO, Globeleq.

Regional fireside chats, meanwhile, will spotlight opportunities across North, East, South and West Africa. Day One features ministerial sessions with participation from Sierra Leone’s Ministry of Energy and The Gambia’s Ministry of Environment, Climate Change & Natural Resources.

Additional sponsors driving the programme include AKSA as Exhibitor Sponsor, with lead sponsor support from Synergy Consulting, ATIDI, Engie, European Investment Bank, Standard Bank, Red Rocket, USP&E Global and Sungrow.

On the final day, YES! (Youth Energy Summit) takes place as part of the aef stream under the theme ‘Empowering Today’s Entrepreneurs – Building Tomorrow’s Industrialists’. Here, impact leaders will present scalable initiatives creating entrepreneurship opportunities in Africa’s energy sector, while industry partners lead interactive workshops building practical skills for 600 young people in attendance.

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