Synchronoss Expands Personal Cloud, Previews Event-Based Group App At CES 2026

KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 7 (Bernama) -- Synchronoss Technologies Inc (Synchronoss), a global leader and innovator in personal cloud solutions, has unveiled expanded capabilities across its white-label Synchronoss Personal Cloud platform at CES 2026 in Las Vegas.

“At CES, we are demonstrating how Synchronoss continues to strengthen the foundation of our cloud platform while expanding how it can be used and experienced. Our focus remains on helping partners deliver trusted and meaningful services to their customers,” said Synchronoss President and Chief Executive Officer, Jeff Miller.

At the event, Synchronoss showcased new enhancements to its white-label Personal Cloud platform designed to help operators and brands deliver secure, scalable, and differentiated cloud services. Updates strengthen core content management, cross-device backup and sync, and cloud intelligence.

The platform now includes enhanced privacy and security controls, including locked folders for sensitive content, granular access and sharing permissions, and integrated document scanning capabilities for securely storing physical documents.

Synchronoss in a statement said it also highlighted continued momentum for Capsyl, its turnkey personal cloud solution, and provided a preview of a new event-based digital experience focused on shared moments and group engagement.

On its one-year anniversary following a successful market launch, Capsyl is expanding beyond mobile to support additional access types and consumer protection use cases, including fixed broadband and integrated security capabilities.

This expansion enables broader household and multi-device experiences, reflecting growing demand for turnkey cloud services with premium features, localisation, and fast time to market.

The new event-based experience leverages the Synchronoss cloud platform to create dedicated cloud spaces for events, bringing photos, videos, and related content together in one place for easy contribution, access, and revisiting.

The experience is being explored for direct-to-consumer use as well as future distribution or integration through strategic partners. The concept demonstrates how personal cloud can evolve beyond static storage to support collaborative content experiences while maintaining strong security and privacy controls.

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GDU Launches UAV-P300, The World’s First Drone with AI-Driven Optical & Electronic Fog Penetration Capabilities

 

The UAV-P300 is an AI-powered enterprise drone platform built for clear imaging in fog, reliable day-night operations, and safe autonomous flight across complex environments 

LAS VEGAS, Jan 7 (Bernama-GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- -- CES -- GDU, a professional-grade drone leader established in 2015, today announced the launch of UAV-P300, the world’s first AI-powered optical and electronic fog-penetrating drone. Purpose-built for public safety, smart city operations, aerial surveying, and cultural tourism, the UAV-P300 delivers 50% clearer visibility in rain or fog, high-performance night capture, and long-range autonomous operation. Its advanced payload options, AI-enhanced navigation, and seamless compatibility with GDU’s auto-docking stations make it a versatile solution for complex field environments.

“GDU has always focused on building practical, real-world solutions — not just hardware,” said Jie Leng, GDU R&D Director. “With the UAV-P300, we’re giving operators clearer vision, safer navigation, and reliable performance in the kinds of environments where accuracy truly matters. Whether it’s supporting public safety teams, helping cities monitor critical infrastructure, or enabling surveyors to work without weather disruptions, the UAV-P300 reflects our commitment to making advanced aerial technology genuinely useful to the people who depend on it.”

​The UAV-P300 is designed to support a wide range of real-world operations. For first responders, it improves visibility in critical moments and challenging conditions. Smart city teams can automate routine monitoring with more consistency, even in shifting weather. Surveying professionals benefit from stable, high-detail imaging across varied terrain. And in cultural tourism settings, the P300 helps document and protect heritage sites with minimal disruption.

Reliable Performance in Fog, Rain, Dust, and Low-Contrast Weather

The UAV-P300 maintains clear visibility when weather conditions shift unexpectedly. Its optical, electronic, and AI-driven defogging system boosts clarity by up to 50% in rain or fog, enabling public safety and smart city operators to continue missions that typically pause during low-visibility weather. An IP55 ingress protection rating against dust and water further ensures that the UAV-P300 remains mission-ready even if the forecast changes.

Clear Imaging in Day or Night Conditions

The UAV-P300 captures crisp, detailed visuals in bright, low-light, and backlit environments thanks to its 50MP wide-angle sensor and advanced starlight night-vision system. Even after dark, operators can see essential details through full-color 4K night vision, IRCut switching, and NIR illumination. This makes nighttime assessments, public safety response, and city monitoring significantly more reliable.

Sharp Long-Range Detail From a Safe Distance

With 11× continuous optical zoom, 176× hybrid zoom, and stabilized gimbal control, the UAV-P300 records distant subjects with clarity while maintaining a safe stand-off distance. Teams can observe infrastructure, capture inspection details, or assess emergency scenes without needless risk, improving both safety and operational efficiency.

Thermal Accuracy for Day–Night Monitoring

The drone’s upgraded thermal module delivers clean, high-contrast thermal imagery enhanced by AI for better identification and measurement. Heat sources, anomalies, and activity remain detectable in darkness, heavy shadows, or complex surroundings, supporting search-and-rescue, infrastructure checks, and heritage-site monitoring.

Safe and Confident Flight in Complex Environments

The UAV-P300 uses LIDAR and AI-powered obstacle recognition to navigate around structures, cables, and unexpected hazards. This capability supports confident operation in dense urban areas and tight spaces where low-altitude flying is often required for inspections or emergency work.

Stable Operation When GNSS Signals Fail

In areas where GNSS performance is weak, such as tunnels, industrial facilities, or dense city blocks, the UAV-P300 switches to visual SLAM fusion navigation to maintain stable flight and dependable return-to-home behavior. Surveying teams and operators working near interference-heavy environments gain reliable performance without interruption.

Precise Distance and Target Marking for Faster Decisions

The UAV-P300’s 2 km laser rangefinding enables quick pinpointing, marking, and measurement of targets. Operators can capture distance data, highlight key locations, and share information instantly through the UVER platform, improving coordination for emergency response and inspection workflows.

​Availability

The UAV-P300 will be available for purchase starting in late January 2026. For order-related inquiries, please contact GDU at +86 755 8656 5514, email: sales@gdu-tech.com or visit www.gdutech.com.

About GDU

GDU, founded in 2015 and headquartered in Optics Valley, is a high-tech enterprise specializing in the full lifecycle of drone development, including R&D, manufacturing, operations, maintenance, and data services. With nearly 800 employees, over 60% dedicated to research and engineering, GDU builds professional-grade drones, intelligent payloads, automatic hangars, and software platforms backed by fully independent system IP and robust hardware, links, and data security. Today, GDU’s solutions are deployed across more than 300 cities worldwide, supporting smart city management, public safety, power line inspections, emergency response, environmental monitoring, cultural tourism, and other industrial applications, helping organizations operate more safely, efficiently, and intelligently.

A photo accompanying this announcement is available at https://www.globenewswire.com/NewsRoom/AttachmentNg/43920188-b79a-4be2-9efd-d12337153f56 

SOURCE: GDU-TECH CO., LTD.

Uni-Fuels Advances Global Operations with Next Phase of Expansion

SINGAPORE, Jan 6 (Bernama-GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Uni-Fuels Holdings Limited (NASDAQ: UFG), (“Uni-Fuels” or the “Company”), a global provider of marine fuel solutions headquartered in Singapore, today announced the next phase of its global expansion strategy, focused on scaling its global operations through disciplined organic growth across key maritime markets. As part of this approach, the Company is evaluating potential strategic opportunities, including, among others, acquisitions, over time, where such opportunities align with its long-term growth strategy.

This announcement builds on Uni-Fuels’ expansion to Dubai, Shanghai, and Limassol in 2025 and provides the strategic framework for additional office openings and operational initiatives designed to support long-term corporate development.

As part of this next phase, Uni-Fuels’ expansion strategy is guided by the following priorities:

• Supporting shipowners and operators across global shipping routes, including both major trade corridors and niche ports, with consistent service and execution standards
• Maintaining strong operational discipline, including counterparty risk management and regulatory compliance, as the Company scales its activities
• Addressing increasing market and regulatory complexity, including the implementation of decarbonization-related measures such as the EU Emissions Trading System (EU ETS), which directly affect voyage economics, fuel selection, and emissions compliance obligations
• Supporting a growing diversity of marine fuel requirements, including conventional, transitional, and emerging fuels, as customers adapt fuel strategies in response to emissions-related cost considerations and fuel-intensity regulations such as FuelEU Maritime
• Strengthening scale, operational capability, and broadening geographic reach to meet customer needs in an evolving global bunker and regulatory landscape

In executing this next phase, Uni-Fuels will prioritize organic growth by expanding its team, deepening customer relationships, and increasing market coverage in key regions, such as Europe, the Americas, and other major international shipping hubs. The Company will also continue to enhance partnerships with physical suppliers, logistics providers, and counterparties to support efficient, reliable, and resilient fuel supply across its global network.

As noted above, the Company may from time to time evaluate strategic opportunities, subject to market conditions, necessary approvals, and strategic fit. Any such opportunities would be considered with a focus on financial discipline, cultural fit, and the potential to enhance the Company’s existing trading and operational capabilities.

“This next phase of expansion reflects our focus on scaling Uni-Fuels’ global operations in a disciplined and measured manner,” said Mr. Koh Kuan Hua, Chief Executive Officer of Uni-Fuels. “As bunker markets evolve, shaped by increasing regulatory complexity, decarbonization measures, and a growing range of marine fuel requirements, we are strengthening our operational capabilities and geographic reach to support customers across an increasingly complex bunker landscape, while maintaining high standards of operational discipline, risk management, and regulatory compliance. We are investing organically to expand our market coverage and business capabilities, while remaining open to strategic opportunities that align with our long-term objectives.”

About Uni-Fuels Holdings Limited

Uni-Fuels is a fast-growing global provider of marine fuel solutions with a growing presence across major shipping hubs, including Singapore, Seoul, Dubai, Shanghai, and Limassol. Established in 2021, Uni-Fuels has evolved into a dynamic, forward-thinking company delivering customer-centric, compliant, and reliable fuel solutions across global markets and time zones, supported by 24/7 operational support year-round. Backed by a globally integrated operating platform, experienced industry professionals, and an extensive global supply network, Uni-Fuels has built trusted partnerships with customers, supporting them in achieving their operational objectives and decarbonization goals amid the maritime industry’s ongoing energy transformation.

For more information, visit www.uni-fuels.com.

Forward-Looking Statements

This press release contains “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of the “safe harbor” provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. You can identify forward-looking statements by the fact that they do not relate strictly to historical or current facts. These statements may include words such as “anticipate”, “estimate”, “expect”, “project”, “plan”, “intend”, “believe”, “may”, “will”, “should”, “can have”, “likely” and other words and terms of similar meaning. Forward-looking statements represent Uni-Fuels’ current expectations regarding future events and are subject to known and unknown risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from those implied by the forward-looking statements. These statements are subject to uncertainties and risks including, but not limited to, the Company’s ability to execute on the contemplated expansion plan in a timely, cost effective and efficient manner, its ability to continue its cross-border regulatory compliance, its ability to attract, evaluable and complete acquisitions with suitable candidates, and other risks and uncertainties related to market conditions and other factors discussed in the “Risk Factors” section of the Company’s annual report on Form 20-F filed with the SEC on April 22, 2025. For these reasons, among others, investors are cautioned not to place undue reliance upon any forward-looking statements in this press release. Additional factors are discussed in the Company's filings with the SEC, which are available for review at www.sec.gov. The Company undertakes no obligation to publicly revise these forward-looking statements to reflect events or circumstances that arise after the date hereof.

Contact Information

For Investor Relations:
Uni-Fuels Holdings Limited
Email: investors@uni-fuels.com 

SOURCE: UNI-FUELS Holdings LTD.

AM Best Revises Hong Kong’s Min Xin Insurance Outlook To Positive

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 22 (Bernama) -- Global credit rating agency, AM Best has revised the outlooks to positive from stable and affirmed the financial strength rating of B++ (Good) and a long-term issuer credit rating of “bbb+” (Good) of Hong Kong’s Min Xin Insurance Company Limited (MXIC).

In a statement, AM Best said these credit ratings (ratings) reflected MXIC’s strong balance sheet, adequate operating performance, limited business profile and appropriate enterprise risk management.

The revision of the outlooks is driven by expectations of stronger parental support over the intermediate term, including significant capital injections and profitable business expansions through group-related channels and risks.

MXIC is wholly owned by Min Xin Holdings Limited (MXHL), a Hong Kong–listed holding company, which is majority owned by Fujian Investment & Development Group Co Ltd (FIDG), a Chinese state-owned enterprise and the investment arm of the Fujian provincial government.

The credit rating agency believes MXIC’s parents have sufficient capability to provide the expected explicit and implicit support.

AM Best cited recent escalated capital injections and MXIC’s expansion into group-related business, including a newly established bancassurance partnership with an associated Hong Kong bank, as evidence of this support. The insurer is also exploring inward business opportunities linked to FIDG-related risks in mainland China.

MXIC’s balance sheet strength is underpinned by its strongest-ever risk-adjusted capitalisation level as of year-end 2024, as measured by Best’s Capital Adequacy Ratio, supported by a healthy regulatory solvency position, good liquidity and appropriate reinsurance arrangements.

Operating performance remains adequate, with MXIC recording a net profit of HK$13.8 million in 2024 and a return on equity of 4.2 per cent, mainly driven by stable investment income, while underwriting profitability remains thin due to high expense ratios. (HK$100 = RM52.42)

Established in 1974, MXIC operates across Hong Kong and Macau’s non-life insurance markets, with around 60 per cent of premiums generated from Macau.

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AM Best Affirms Excellent Credit Ratings of Korean Reinsurance

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 16 (Bernama) -- Global credit rating agency, AM Best has affirmed the financial strength rating of A (Excellent) and the long-term issuer credit rating of “a+” (Excellent) of Korean Reinsurance Company (KRE).

The outlook for these credit ratings (ratings) is stable, reflecting KRE’s balance sheet strength, which AM Best assesses as very strong, as well as its adequate operating performance, favourable business profile and appropriate enterprise risk management.

As the dominant and only local reinsurer in South Korea, KRE’s risk-adjusted capitalisation is assessed comfortably at the strongest level, as measured by Best’s Capital Adequacy Ratio, according to AM Best in a statement.

The credit rating agency expects the company to maintain its risk-adjusted capitalisation at an elevated level, supported by its controlled growth of underwriting risk through continued portfolio restructuring and a stable stream of income.

KRE’s strong solvency ratio and effective asset-liability management strengthen its resilience to changes in the business environment, such as interest rate fluctuations and regulatory changes, as well as provide a capital buffer for future business expansion.

AM Best assesses KRE’s operating performance as adequate, with a return-on-equity ratio of 9.4 per cent and a non-life combined ratio of 91.5 per cent. In 2024, its property/casualty lines recorded an improvement largely due to the absence of major natural catastrophes and large-scale claims in domestic and overseas markets.

While profitability in the life and health segment declined in 2024 due to valuation adjustments and higher claims, AM Best expects performance to improve following ongoing portfolio enhancements in domestic and overseas markets. Investment income is expected to remain robust, supported by a growing asset base and returns from alternative investments.

KRE was ranked as the seventh-largest IFRS 17 reporting reinsurer in the global reinsurance market in terms of gross insurance service revenue in 2024. Despite its ongoing portfolio restructuring in the domestic market, AM Best believes that KRE’s dominant market position will remain unchallenged over the medium term.

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Liminal Report Reveals the Edge Banks Need to Capture the $16T Tokenized Asset Market

 

A definitive guide for banks navigating the shift from TradFi to tokenized finance


SINGAPORE, Dec 18 (Bernama-BUSINESS WIRE) -- Liminal Custody, wallet infrastructure and custody technology leader, today released a major strategic report https://www.liminalcustody.com/insights/the-walled-garden/ that serves as a definitive blueprint for banks and financial institutions looking to be a part of the digital asset reality. Large traditional banks are already making technology investments to prepare for this shift from TradFi to DeFi.

The research (https://www.liminalcustody.com/insights/the-walled-garden/) confirms an urgent threat and a massive opportunity:

• $46 Trillion in stablecoin volume now operates outside traditional banking systems.
• The Real-World Asset (RWA) market is projected to swell to $16 Trillion by 2030.
• Digital asset turnover is expected to account for 10% of global totals within five years.

“The market is no longer waiting for banks to catch up; it is moving past them,” said Mahin Gupta, Founder - Liminal. “To secure a share of the $16 Trillion RWA future, institutions must transform. Our report details exactly how this ‘Walled Garden’ architecture allows banks to enforce fiduciary standards and governance protocols directly on-chain.”

The report (available at https://www.liminalcustody.com/insights/the-walled-garden/) cites one key strategic hurdle as compliance: integrating high-value, permissioned banking products onto inherently open blockchain platforms without sacrificing governance.

Rajesh Sabari, Chief Commercial Officer at Liminal, emphasized the immediate, proven path to adoption: “Delay is conceding market share. We are offering workshops to help institutions create this infrastructure. We have successfully deployed this compliant risk architecture and scaled digital asset operations for major financial institutions securely, quickly and efficiently.”

The full strategic blueprint is now available for download here: https://www.liminalcustody.com/insights/the-walled-garden/.

About Liminal Custody

Liminal Custody is a digital asset management infrastructure platform, offering secure wallet infrastructure and custody-technology solutions for institutions across the digital asset spectrum. This allows organizations to enforce complex transaction policies, and automate their treasury operations, all while maintaining direct control over their assets. Founded in 2021, Liminal is certified with SOC 2 Type II, ISO 27001 & 27701 standards. Headquartered in Singapore, with offices across India, UAE, and Taiwan, Liminal serves clients across the APAC and MENA regions, helping them scale and manage digital asset operations securely and in compliance with regulatory standards.

https://www.liminalcustody.com/insights/the-walled-garden/

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Contact

Media contacts:
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Global Head - Brand and Communications
Liminal

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Malaysia’s Non-Life Insurance Segment Outlook Remains Stable - AM Best

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 16 (Bernama) -- Global credit rating agency, AM Best has maintained the stable outlook on Malaysia’s non-life insurance segment, citing regulatory initiatives designed to increase insurance penetration and phased de-tariffication of motor and fire insurance.

The Best’s Market Segment Report, “Market Segment Outlook: Malaysia Non-Life Insurance”, states that the non-life sector remains well-positioned for continued growth, even as the country’s real gross domestic product (GDP) growth is forecast to moderate in the near term amid global economic headwinds.

AM Best in a statement said Bank Negara Malaysia, the country’s central bank and lead regulator, continues to prioritise broader insurance and takaful penetration, currently in the low single digits for non-life. 

Additional insurance market growth drivers include an expected rising demand for digital insurance and natural catastrophe coverage, along with premium rate hikes driven by high inflation and increasing claims frequency.

AM Best senior financial analyst, Sin Yee Chuah said Bank Negara Malaysia has progressively liberalised motor and fire insurance tariffs, introducing greater pricing flexibility in phases to support the transition to risk-based pricing since July 2016.

Ongoing regulatory measures are expected to help mitigate medical inflation and improve underwriting profitability of the health segment, while rising climate risks, particularly from severe flood events, are prompting regulatory actions to strengthen insurer preparedness.

Meanwhile, AM Best director, head of analytics, Victoria Ohorodnyk said these initiatives by Malaysia’s regulator are expected to reinforce the sector’s long-term financial resilience and risk management capacity.

Headquartered in the United States, AM Best is also a news publisher and data analytics provider specialising in the insurance industry with regional offices in London, Amsterdam, Dubai, Hong Kong, Singapore and Mexico City.

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