HANGZHOU, China, April 1, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- ZEEKR Intelligent Technology Holding Limited ("Zeekr Group" or the "Company") (NYSE: ZK), the world's leading premium new energy vehicle group, today announced its delivery results for March 2025. In March, Zeekr Group delivered a total of 40,715 vehicles from its two brands, Zeekr and Lynk & Co, thanks to the trust and support of over 1.86 million users. The Zeekr brand delivered 15,422 vehicles, representing increases of 18.5% year-over-year and 9.9% month-over-month. Meanwhile, Lynk & Co brand delivered 25,293 vehicles, recording growth of 28.6% year-over-year, with 56.3% of deliveries coming from NEV models. On March 18, Zeekr Group unveiled its Zeekr G-Pilot intelligent driving system, powered by AI, big data, advanced SoCs, and a robust E/E architecture. The solution reinforces Zeekr Group's industry leadership in safety and autonomous driving innovation, featuring industry-first technologies like the General Automated Evasion System (G-AES) and Full-Capacity Vehicle-to-Parking (V2P) intelligent drive. About Zeekr Group Zeekr Group, headquartered in Zhejiang, China, is the world's leading premium new energy vehicle group from Geely Holding Group. With two brands, Lynk & Co and Zeekr, Zeekr Group aims to create a fully integrated user ecosystem with innovation as a standard. Utilizing its state-of-the-art facilities and world-class expertise, Zeekr Group is developing its own software systems, e-powertrain, and electric vehicle supply chain. Zeekr Group's values are equality, diversity, and sustainability. Its ambition is to become a true global new energy mobility solution provider. For more information, please visit https://ir.zeekrgroup.com. Safe Harbor Statement This press release contains forward-looking statements. These statements are made under the "safe harbor" provisions of the U.S. Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Statements that are not historical facts, including statements about the Company's beliefs and expectations, are forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements involve inherent risks and uncertainties, and a number of factors could cause actual results to differ materially from those contained in any forward-looking statement. In some cases, forward-looking statements can be identified by words or phrases such as "may," "will," "expect," "anticipate," "future," "target," "aim," "estimate," "intend," "plan," "believe," "potential," "continue," "is/are likely to," or other similar expressions. Further information regarding these and other risks, uncertainties or factors is included in the Company's filings with the SEC. All information provided in this press release is as of the date of this press release, and the Company does not undertake any duty to update such information, except as required under applicable law. Investor Relations Contact In China:ZEEKR Intelligent Technology Holding LimitedInvestor RelationsEmail: ir@zeekrlife.com Piacente Financial CommunicationsTel: +86-10-6508-0677Email: Zeekr@thepiacentegroup.com In the United States:Piacente Financial CommunicationsBrandi PiacenteTel: +1-212-481-2050Email: Zeekr@thepiacentegroup.com Media Contact Email: Globalcomms@zeekrgroup.com
SYDNEY, April 1, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Recently, UnionPay International (UPI or the Company) continues to expand its footprint in Australia with the integration of UnionPay acceptance on MyDeal, one of the country's leading online retail marketplaces. This partnership enhances shopping convenience and streamlines the payment experience for UnionPay users, reinforcing UPI's commitment to secure, seamless, and efficient digital transactions worldwide. MyDeal is a premier Australian online retail platform known for its wide selection of home and lifestyle products and a strong base of loyal customers. With this collaboration, MyDeal shoppers can now easily select UnionPay as their preferred payment method at checkout, benefiting from a smooth, intuitive, and secure transaction process. This marks another milestone in UPI's efforts to broaden payment accessibility and improve the digital shopping experience for Australian users. UnionPay has established an extensive payment network in Australia, offering several benefits to long-term UnionPay cardholders. UnionPay's extensive online payment network spans various sectors, including department stores, supermarkets, hotels, and bill payments. With the UnionPay App's Australian payment feature, UnionPay cardholders can conveniently pay tuition fees, utility bills, and other living expenses via BPAY. Beyond online payments, UnionPay has also built a strong offline payment network in Australia. Nearly 95% of offline merchants and 99% of ATMs nationwide accept UnionPay. Additionally, 90% of UnionPay-accepting merchants support UnionPay QuickPass, which facilitates fast, contactless transactions. The synergy between UnionPay's online and offline payment capabilities ensures that Cardholders benefit from a seamless, all-encompassing payment experience across different scenarios. By expanding its e-commerce footprint with MyDeal, UnionPay continues to enhance digital payment convenience for Australian consumers. This collaboration underscores UPI's dedication to advancing secure and seamless payment experiences, further strengthening its role in the evolving digital economy. About MyDeal Established in 2011 in Melbourne, MyDeal is a premier online retail marketplace in Australia, offering a carefully curated selection of high-quality home and lifestyle products from trusted retailers. MyDeal has become a preferred destination for value-conscious shoppers, delivering competitive prices, top brands, and an outstanding customer experience. Committed to making life more affordable for all Australians, MyDeal strives to provide the best deals and a seamless shopping journey. For more information, visit www.mydeal.com.au. About UnionPay International UnionPay International (UPI) is dedicated to expanding and supporting UnionPay's global business. With partnerships across more than 2,600 institutions worldwide, UnionPay cards are accepted in 183 countries and regions, with issuance in 84 of them. UPI delivers high-quality, cost-effective, and secure cross-border payment solutions to the world's largest cardholder base, ensuring seamless local services for global cardholders and merchants.
BEIJING, April 1, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- A news report from China Daily: Experts highlighted the role of artificial intelligence and digital technologies in accelerating green industrial upgrades and advancing global sustainable development at the 2025 Zhongguancun Forum. Speaking at the Carbon Peak and Carbon Neutrality Science and Technology Forum, Ding Chibiao, vice-president of the Chinese Academy of Sciences, said AI is reshaping energy systems and driving China's dual carbon goals. "AI is a cornerstone of innovation for future energy structures, driving green transitions," Ding said. China aims to peak carbon emissions before 2030 and reach carbon neutrality before 2060. Ding noted that AI adoption has already improved efficiency in high-carbon industries such as chemicals, aligning with the academy's strategic action plan for science and technology supporting carbon peak and carbon neutrality released in 2022. He pledged deeper interdisciplinary collaboration to advance AI-enabled low-carbon energy solutions. Ye Mao, a researcher at the academy's Dalian Institute of Chemical Physics and head of its intelligent chemical engineering team, detailed progress in AI-driven chemical engineering. Since 2016, a team led by Liu Zhongmin, the institute's director and an academician at the Chinese Academy of Engineering, has pioneered AI applications in the field. Last year, they launched Chem-ELLM, a large model for autonomous chemical process design, followed by an upgraded Chem-ELLM 2.0 in November. "The new version significantly improves capabilities in catalysis, safety and foundational chemistry, broadening industrial applicability," Ye said. More than 50 chemical companies have tested the model, with adoption growing steadily. However, Ye said traditional engineering and AI-human collaboration will continue during the transition. "Building an intelligent chemical ecosystem requires time, but it will boost efficiency, safety and support China's energy revolution," he said. At the International Forum on Sciences for Sustainable Development — part of UNESCO's International Decade of Sciences for Sustainable Development (2024-2033) — global experts examined digital technology's role in achieving the United Nations' 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development. Guo Huadong, an academician at the Chinese Academy of Sciences and director of the International Research Center of Big Data for Sustainable Development Goals, unveiled the Beijing Initiative on Digital Science and Technology for Sustainable Development. The plan calls for scaling AI, big data, the internet of things and space technology to combat climate change, biodiversity loss and poverty. "Digital tools are key to optimizing energy use, cutting emissions and improving resource management," Guo said. The initiative also advocates global platforms for sharing digital resources, integrating technology into policymaking and boosting public sustainability literacy. Highlighting China's contributions, Guo said SDGSAT-1, the world's first science satellite dedicated to the 2030 agenda, has delivered more than 420,000 datasets to 104 countries since its 2021 launch. The data aids in monitoring urban heat islands, assessing emissions and disaster response.
DUBAI, UAE, April 1, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Bybit, the world's second-largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume, released the latest weekly crypto derivatives analytics report in collaboration with Block Scholes. The report provides insights into macroeconomic developments, the state of crypto spot and derivatives markets, and emerging trading signals. Key insights Since bottoming out on March 11, crypto asset prices have climbed steadily over a two-week period, with BTC briefly surpassing $87,000 and ETH recovering above $2,000. XRP has remained relatively stable, while BTC, ETH, and SOL continue to trade below their year-opening levels. SOL, which hit an all-time high in January following Cboe's Solana Spot ETF filing, also remains down year-to-date. While the broader market has shown signs of recovery, derivatives activity reflects lingering caution. Demand for BTC and ETH put options remains elevated, signaling ongoing hedging behavior. Cautious rebound in perpetuals Perpetual open interest stayed flat for most of the week, underscoring a cautious, risk-off tone. A brief market rebound saw BTC rise to $88,000 — a two-week high — triggering modest increases in perpetual trade volume, primarily driven by BTC. Still, volumes remain significantly below those recorded earlier this month, when U.S. President Donald Trump proposed a national crypto reserve centered on the four largest tokens. Sources: Bybit, Block Scholes Funding rates suggest persistent bearish sentiment Despite lower realized volatility and positive price movement among major assets, BTC and ETH perpetual contracts continued to post negative funding rates. This indicates that short sellers are still paying long positions, an ongoing sign of bearish sentiment. In contrast, large-cap altcoins showed more mixed positioning, with funding rates fluctuating between positive and negative without a clear directional bias. Volatility retreats to yearly lows Implied volatility declined by 3 to 5 points over the past week, with 30-day options now trading at their lowest levels since the beginning of the year. Realized volatility is also nearing the 30% floor last seen in February. As typically observed in low-volatility periods, options market activity has slowed, with open interest remaining low and relatively balanced between puts and calls. Around $40 million in options expired during the week. Access the full report For detailed insights, readers may download the full report. #Bybit / #TheCryptoArk /#BybitResearch About Bybit Bybit is the world's second-largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume, serving a global community of over 60 million users. Founded in 2018, Bybit is redefining openness in the decentralized world by creating a simpler, open and equal ecosystem for everyone. With a strong focus on Web3, Bybit partners strategically with leading blockchain protocols to provide robust infrastructure and drive on-chain innovation. Renowned for its secure custody, diverse marketplaces, intuitive user experience, and advanced blockchain tools, Bybit bridges the gap between TradFi and DeFi, empowering builders, creators, and enthusiasts to unlock the full potential of Web3. Discover the future of decentralized finance at Bybit.com. For more details about Bybit, please visit Bybit PressFor media inquiries, please contact: media@bybit.comFor updates, please follow: Bybit's Communities and Social Media Discord | Facebook | Instagram | LinkedIn | Reddit | Telegram | TikTok | X | Youtube
Technology and automation seen as potential top drivers of profitability for UK project-based businesses Digital transformation is being fast-tracked, with many professional services firms already achieving a level of digital maturity that they had not expected to reach until 2027 76% of project-based UK businesses entered 2025 planning to expand their workforce LONDON, April 1, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- New research released today from Deltek, the leading global provider of software and solutions for project-based businesses, finds the UK's project-based businesses started the year optimistic about how technology can help them reach their growth targets in 2025. Despite economic headwinds, firms are ambitious, with 83% looking to increase profit growth this year and 42% expecting to increase headcount significantly. In terms of predicted gross profit margins (GPM) this year, engineering firms started 2025 the most confident about GPM increases, with 60% predicting increases of 10% or more compared to 2024. UK project-based businesses see AI as key to meeting ambitious 2025 targets, according to Deltek research The research, conducted across UK-based architecture, engineering and consultancy firms, identifies technology and automation as the top potential drivers of attaining these goals. The top two priorities for firms are investing in new technology e.g. adopting AI (39%) and the effective implementation of new innovations e.g. AI (37%). Consultancy firms are most likely to tie profitability to the successful implementation of AI, with 64% anticipating increased profits following successful AI implementation. However, architecture firms are leading the way in the focus of automation and robotic process automation (RPA), with over half (53%) of architecture firms placing it as imperative to the success of UK firms. Cybersecurity is also a high priority, with over a third (36%) of project-based firms now citing it as a top three priority for their business, compared to less than a quarter (23%) last year. As a result of the focus on technology advancements, over half of UK project-based firms (56%) are now at a "Mature" or "Advanced" stage of their digital transformation development, up from less than a third (32%) in 2024. This indicates that firms are prioritising digital transformation and maturing more rapidly. In fact, compared to 2024 predictions on how fast they would achieve maturity in digital transformation, timelines have been brought forward two years with many professional services already achieving a level of digital maturity that they had not expected to reach until 2027. Again, Architecture firms are currently leading the way in digital transformation with nearly two-thirds (64%) at a mature or advanced stage of their journey. The use of AI and automation are also pivotal this year in attaining key performance indicators (KPIs) for project-based businesses in the UK. Rising competition for talent (30%) and project complexity (28%) in 2025 are key pressures identified for project management in the next three years. However, 40% of firms are addressing this by prioritising the adoption of AI and automation for streamlining project processes. In 2025, confidence in tracking key project metrics (profitability, budget, and client satisfaction) has risen to 75% in 2025, up from 59% in 2024. Neil Davidson, Group Vice President, Professional Services Sector at Deltek comments, "Professional services firms are already recognising the efficiency savings and growth opportunities provided by digital transformation. This year is a pivotal time for realising the benefits technology can bring, as firms still look to grow in 2025." "It's promising to see that the shift in the use of technology is also underpinning greater confidence in tracking project metrics – something we have not seen in our past Clarity reports. The strides professional services firms have made in implementing advancements in technology, ahead of schedule, are further improving their ability to manage the factors that contribute to attaining KPIs. Successful tracking is vital for providing insight into core business metrics, the optimisation of processes, and supporting productivity to help firms ensure they stay on-track to meet their goals." As well as investing in technology, project-based UK businesses are also expanding their workforce, with 76% planning to increase headcount in 2025. This is a significant increase from last year, where just 58% of firms expected to expand their workforce. Engineering firms are the most ambitious in this area in terms of significant headcount increase, with 42% planning to igrow their talent pool by more than 10% this year (compared to the average 34% expecting the same level of growth across all professional services firms). However, organisations are conscious that a lack of upskilling investment (48%) and a lack of employee engagement (34%) are still detrimentally impacting their organisation. To address this and empower young professionals in 2025, firms are concentrating on promoting a culture of collaboration and innovation in the workplace (51%), encouraging continuous learning (49%), and providing access to advanced technologies (45%). To download the full report, visit deltek.com/en-gb/clarity-report-emea. Methodology Based on an independent, self-completion online survey, conducted by 3Gem Media Group in January 2025, with 200 senior strategic decision-makers in UK Architecture, Engineering or Consulting firms. To qualify, respondents had to be at a senior level including CEOs/Managing Directors (MDs), C-suite level directors, and heads of relevant departments such as finance, operations, delivery and projects, and work in firms of 20+ employees. The sample consisted of 37% Architecture or A/E (architecture-led engineering), 26% Engineering (or engineering-led architecture) and 37% Consulting (management/market research) firms, and was made up of 6% small (20-50 employees), 29% medium (51-250 employees), 25% large (251 to 500 employees) and 40% very large (501+ employees) sizes of organisations. Company Type:This year's survey included architecture, engineering, and consulting firms. The term 'architecture and engineering' (A&E) refers to all architecture, engineering, and allied firms. The term 'consulting' refers to management consulting and market research companies. Throughout this report, the total sample results are referred to as professional services firms. About DeltekDeltek is the leading global provider of enterprise software and information solutions for project-based businesses. More than 30,000 organizations and millions of users in over 80 countries around the world rely on Deltek for superior levels of project intelligence, management and collaboration. Our industry-focused expertise powers project success by helping firms achieve performance that maximizes productivity and revenue. Learn more at www.deltek.com. CONTACT: Deltek Media Relations Team, press@Deltek.com
SAN FRANCISCO, April 1, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- At the OFC Conference, from March 30 to April 3, 2025, at San Francisco's Moscone Center, Yangtze Optical Fibre and Cable Joint Stock Limited Company (YOFC) (stock tickers: 601869. SH, 06869.HK) highlighted several new developments in hollow-core fibre technology. During a workshop entitled "How will future submarine systems look like", Dr. LUO Jie, YOFC's Chief Technology Officer, presented groundbreaking advances in the field of hollow-core fibre technology. YOFC's presentation focused on its latest strides in reducing attenuation to a record-low of 0.05dB/km and extending the manufacturing length of single fibres to over 20 kilometers—achievements that not only set new global benchmarks but also starkly outperform traditional solid-core fibres. These technological advancements were demonstrated through a 21.7 km long hollow-core fibre with a proprietary supporting tube structure (ST-HCF). This drew considerable attention at the exhibition for its potential implications in optical communications. Hollow-core fibre technology represents a paradigm shift in optical communications, enabling light to be transmitted through an air core. The design facilitates a 47% increase in transmission speed and a 31% reduction in latency compared to conventional fibres, showcasing the significant potential for applications requiring rapid and efficient data transmission such as in data centers, AI models, and financial trading. Additionally, the technology's exceptionally low attenuation and nonlinearity could potentially address the capacity bottlenecks faced by submarine communication networks and long-distance terrestrial communication lines. In his presentation, Dr. LUO Jie explored both the practical and theoretical enhancements that hollow-core fibres could bring to submarine cable systems, emphasizing their ability to increase data throughput and reduce transmission times in future deployments. YOFC has been at the forefront of hollow-core fibre technology development, leveraging its comprehensive research capabilities and autonomous raw material research system to overcome significant industrial challenges. As the digital economy grows, YOFC's continued innovation in hollow-core fibre technology is set to play a crucial role in supporting the evolution of global digital infrastructure, ensuring it is robust, efficient, and equipped to meet future demands.
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