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OMODA & JAECOO’s September NEV Sales Reach 53,957 Units, Up 184% Year-on-Year, as Key European Markets Accelerate
In September 2026, OMODA & JAECOO maintained triple-digit year-on-year growth in global sales, reaching 73,421 units for the month, up 123% year-on-year. From January to September, cumulative global sales reached 587,846 units, approaching the 600,000-unit milestone. As the brand continues to expand its global scale, new energy vehicles (NEVs) are rapidly becoming the main driver of growth. NEV sales reached 53,957 units in September, up 184% year-on-year and accounting for approximately 73.5% of total monthly sales, establishing NEVs as the mainstay of the brand’s sales performance. Standout Models Drive Growth as JAECOO 5 and JAECOO 7 Both Surpass 20,000 Monthly Sales, with JAECOO 7 Topping the UK Market Again Global breakout models are becoming an increasingly important driver of growth. In September, JAECOO 5 and JAECOO 7 both surpassed 20,000 units in monthly sales, reaching 22,148 units and 22,346 units respectively. JAECOO 5’s cumulative sales for the first nine months of the year reached nearly 100,000 units. Guided by the philosophy of “Enjoy Each Moment Outdoors,” JAECOO 5 combines youthful, refined design with a Pet-friendly experience, further expanding the brand’s vision of outdoor lifestyles. JAECOO 7, meanwhile, continues to gain recognition in mature markets with its classic British-inspired design and high-value experience. While its global sales surpassed 22,000 units in September, the model also recorded 10,813 registrations in the UK during the month, once again becoming the country’s best-selling model across the entire new-car market. Its cumulative registrations for the first nine months reached 39,473 units, placing it second in the UK’s year-to-date model ranking. Together, the two models are reinforcing the brand’s growth momentum through both global sales growth and breakthroughs in key markets. Key European Markets Accelerate, with UK Monthly Registrations Surpassing 22,000 and Spain Reaching a Record Market Share OMODA & JAECOO is achieving breakthroughs at scale across multiple mainstream European automotive markets. In the UK, OMODA & JAECOO recorded 22,296 registrations in September, up 106% year-on-year, setting a new monthly record since the brand entered the market. Its market share reached 6.37%, ranking second among automotive brands in the UK for the month. Meanwhile, OMODA & JAECOO plans to open a new R&D centre at UTAC Millbrook in Bedfordshire later this autumn, focusing on localized development including chassis tuning and advanced driver-assistance systems, further deepening its presence in the European market. Italy also maintained strong momentum. OMODA & JAECOO recorded 4,678 registrations in September, lifting its market share to 3.31% and ranking No. 11 among automotive brands for the month. Cumulative registrations for the first nine months reached 32,945 units, up 256.23% year-on-year. OMODA 5, JAECOO 7 and OMODA 9 all ranked among the monthly Top 5 in their respective SUV segments. Spain continued its rapid growth, recording 4,010 registrations in September, up 91.5% year-on-year, while market share reached an all-time high of 4.3%. In the private retail market, its share rose further to 6.1%, ranking eighth among automotive brands for the month. Electrified models accounted for 98% of sales, while OMODA & JAECOO has also become the overall sales leader across the C-SUV and D-SUV segments in which it competes. By the end of September, cumulative registrations in Spain had reached 62,326 units. The French market also demonstrated remarkable growth momentum. In September, OMODA & JAECOO recorded a combined 3,003 new-vehicle registrations in France. JAECOO, which officially entered the French market in April this year, recorded 2,589 registrations in September after just around six months in the market, reaching a market share of 1.6%. Its cumulative registrations for the year reached 9,632 units, with private customers accounting for 75.1%. Journal de l’Automobile noted that no Chinese automotive brand had previously reached such a market share in France within such a short period of entering the market. In October, OMODA & JAECOO will also make its first appearance at the Paris Motor Show. OMODA 4 will make its French debut, while OMODA 5 NEXT, OMODA 7 and other models will also be showcased, further enriching the brand’s product portfolio in France and across Europe. From Market Breakthroughs to Brand Evolution, October International User Summit Opens the NEXT VIBE Building on sustained global sales growth and accelerating breakthroughs across key European markets, OMODA & JAECOO will hold its International User Summit in October, presenting the next stage of the brand’s products, technologies and ecosystem. The all-new OMODA X will make its global debut on October 20. More than the arrival of a new model, OMODA X represents OMODA’s next expression of the Crossover spirit. Through CROSSVOLUTION, it responds to the “Own My Edge” spirit of understanding the rules while still choosing to live life on one’s own terms, opening the brand’s next chapter with a “MORE OMODA THAN EVER” attitude. Under the theme “DRIVE TO THE NEXT VIBE,” the Summit will also feature the OMODA Super Hybrid Marathon and the Super Intelligent Experience Lab, further demonstrating the brand’s next-generation technological capabilities and user experience across intelligent driving and intelligent cockpit technologies. From sustained global sales growth and the continued rise of breakout models, to accelerating momentum across European markets and deeper localization capabilities, OMODA & JAECOO is transforming rapid growth into an increasingly solid global market foundation, while working with young users around the world to unlock the next VIBE of automotive life. About OMODA & JAECOO As a youthful, personalized global brand, OMODA & JAECOO lives by the vision of “Co-creating a Beautiful Life with Young People.” OMODA is dedicated to embracing pioneering global consumers, striving to build “the World's Leading Crossover Brand.” It delivers fashion-forward vehicles with cutting-edge design and futuristic technology to Gen Z, redefining trendy travel culture with a crossover attitude. JAECOO adheres to the philosophy of “From Classic, Beyond Classic,” and is committed to becoming a “Global Elegant Off-Road Brand.” With exceptional four-wheel drive performance, forward-thinking intelligent technologies, and outstanding safety features, it leads a new era of elegant off-road driving. Born Green, OMODA & JAECOO leverages the world-leading SHS super hybrid technology (covering both PHEV and HEV) to offer the best hybrid solution for global users, driven by the core advantages of “Super High Power, Super Low Energy Consumption, and Super Long Combined Range.” At the same time, the brand is accelerating its BEV technology deployment, responding to diverse mobility needs with stronger and more comprehensive technological capabilities. In terms of intelligence, the brand focuses on intelligent driving and intelligent cockpit. Powered by SIVP (Super Intelligent Valet Parking) and AI cockpit technologies as key enablers, it builds a full-scenario smart mobility experience and continues to lead the future of mobility. In addition, in collaboration with AiMOGA, the brand has developed robots that extend smart technology into diverse interactive scenarios, broadening the landscape of smart living. Driven by deep insights into user needs, the brand hit one million in sales in just three years, setting the fastest growth record in the global automotive industry. To date, it has expanded into 77 markets worldwide, covering Europe, Asia, Australia, Africa, Latin America, and the Middle East. Europe stands out as a particularly strong market – the brand has already entered 22 European countries and become one of the fastest-growing car brands.
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- October 8, 2026Business
iFLYTEK Showcases Full-Stack AI at AI & Digital Bridge 2026, Supporting Digital Transformation in Central Asia
iFLYTEK took part in AI & Digital Bridge 2026, held in Astana, Kazakhstan, from October 1 to 3. Part of Kazakhstan's Year of Digitalization and Artificial Intelligence, the forum was jointly organized by the Ministry of Artificial Intelligence and Digital Development of the Republic of Kazakhstan, Astana Hub and the Astana City Administration. President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev attended and addressed the forum on October 1. iFLYTEK Open Platform, part of the company's Consumer Business Group, presented AI products and solutions for multilingual interaction, smart spaces, enterprise services and local deployment of large language models. Its exhibits showed how core AI capabilities can be combined with hardware, software and industry knowledge to address specific needs. During the event, iFLYTEK Open Platform also established two strategic partnerships in Kazakhstan, advancing its local research and business collaboration in Central Asia. Integrated Hardware and Software Bring AI Agents into Real-World Scenarios At the booth, AI Translation Screen Lite and GuideX demonstrated AI-assisted communication and on-site services. Designed for service counters at airports, customs facilities, metro stations, hotels, government offices, banks and tourist attractions, AI Translation Screen Lite combines real-time speech recognition and translation. It supports translation among 101 languages, including Chinese, English, Kazakh and Uzbek, offering a compact solution for staff and visitors who need to communicate across languages. For more complex service settings, GuideX is a digital human agent that combines hardware and software with multimodal perception of speech, faces, gestures and spatial information. It supports more than 30 languages, including Kazakh, Uzbek and Russian, and offers over 200 digital human appearances and 100 lifelike voice options, with enterprise customization available. In Central Asia, iFLYTEK is exploring adaptations for government, transport, telecom, postal and corporate reception settings. These would connect the agent with an organization's knowledge base and business systems, with language and workflows tailored to each project. GuideX has been used in projects involving SMRT in Singapore, the Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs & Port Security (ICP) in the UAE, and Safaricom in Kenya. Beyond communication between people, WallEX, powered by SpaceMind, brings AI interaction into homes, hotels and commercial spaces. It senses its environment, interprets user instructions and coordinates lights, curtains, air conditioning and other devices. Nurmina ambient lights at the booth generated lighting effects in real time according to user intent interpreted by a large language model, making this type of interaction tangible for visitors. SpaceMind combines local and large-model processing with millimeter-wave radar to detect people's positions and subtle movements, reducing reliance on cameras. iFLYTEK is working with Kazakhstan-based Damutech Group LLP to validate smart hotel and residential solutions and explore their use in hotels, high-end homes and property developments. For enterprise services, Agentic Customer Service (CXM) provides a platform to build AI customer service agents, manage their skills and knowledge, and coordinate operations across channels. It is designed to help government and enterprise customers standardize service processes, reduce manual intervention and improve response efficiency. AINOTE, an intelligent notebook, combines e-ink writing with multilingual speech transcription. It supports meetings, everyday office work and cross-language communication, offering a lightweight tool for workplace digitalization. Flexible Edge-Cloud Deployment Meets Enterprise AI Needs Moving from demonstrations to wider adoption also requires an AI foundation that fits local data environments. Addressing the data security, local deployment and control requirements of government and enterprise organizations, financial institutions and telecom operators, iFLYTEK presented its MaaS Platform and All-in-One Solutions. MaaS Platform offers enterprises and developers a one-stop service covering model access, fine-tuning, performance evaluation, agent development and deployment for specific scenarios. It brings together mainstream foundation models and provides unified API access and development tools. This allows organizations to build and test AI applications around their own requirements while lowering the technical barriers to deployment. For customers that require a local data loop, the All-in-One Solutions offering supports private deployment. It combines computing resources, large language model engines, development tools and industry agents, and supports a range of mainstream models. Incremental training, inference and applications can run locally. Model fine-tuning, private knowledge bases, knowledge distillation and agent customization enable adaptation to different languages, industries and workflows. The solution has been applied in telecommunications, government and enterprise, and media settings. Strategic Partnerships Deepen Local Research and Public Service Collaboration During the forum, iFLYTEK Open Platform established two strategic partnerships. William Zhou, Vice President of iFLYTEK Open Platform and President of Overseas Business, signed the agreements as iFLYTEK's representative. The first established a strategic partnership with the Institute of Smart Systems and Artificial Intelligence (ISSAI) at Nazarbayev University. Dr. Huseyin Atakan Varol, General Director of ISSAI, signed as the university's representative. The partners will work on Kazakh and multilingual AI, speech technology, large language models and agents. They also plan to explore joint research, talent development and industrial applications, connecting local research strengths with practical use cases. The second established a strategic partnership with JSC "Kazpost". Orazbay Baglan, Operations Director for Postal Business at JSC "Kazpost", signed as its representative. The partners will explore digital human agents, intelligent speech and AI customer service in post offices. Potential applications include visitor guidance, answers to service inquiries and assistance with postal procedures, with the aim of improving digital services across the postal network. The exhibition brought together service-point applications, spatial intelligence and underlying platform support in a full-stack AI offering for Central Asia. In July, iFLYTEK Open Platform held a Central Asia launch event and opened a regional office in Tashkent, Uzbekistan. Building on that presence and the partnerships reached in Astana, it plans to develop local operations, teams, products and solutions, and work with governments, businesses and other partners on public services, smart spaces and enterprise digitalization across the region.
- October 7, 2026Business
OMODA & JAECOO Builds a New Global Intelligent Green Mobility Ecosystem
The 2026 OMODA&JAECOO International User Summit will grandly kick off from October 18 to 24 in Wuhu, China. OMODA & JAECOO will combine full-stack technology and industrial resources to present the global implementation results in artificial intelligence, intelligent vehicles, and new energy across the summit. Rooftop solar panels at OMODA & JAECOO's green factory in Wuhu generate electricity for production. R&D Spending Rises 28.3% Year-on-Year as OMODA & JAECOO Accelerates Smart Tech Deployment Underpinning OMODA & JAECOO’s advances in intelligent technology is a sustained drive in research and development. In the first half of 2026, OMODA & JAECOO's parent company’s R&D expenditure reached RMB 6.672 billion, up 28.3% year-on-year, with a clear focus on electrification platforms, advanced driver assistance systems, and intelligent cockpits. Following an expanded collaboration with Qualcomm on cockpit-driving integration in April, OMODA & JAECOO will further demonstrate its accelerated deployment of smart technologies at the Summit. Powered by deep automotive engineering data and advanced manufacturing systems, OMODA & JAECOO deeply integrates AI interaction and decision-making capabilities into intelligent driving, the intelligent cabin, and the intelligent chassis, creating voice and intelligent interaction experiences that better understand scenarios and needs for global users. At that time, the OMODA & JAECOO "Super Intelligent Experience Lab" will focus on two major technology systems: SIVP (Super Intelligent Valet Parking) and SIAS (Super Intelligent AI Space), and verify through real-world on-site testing that vehicles possess both the "action" to execute and the "EQ" to understand users. Ultra-Long-Range Performance Sets a Guinness World Records Title, Showcasing New Energy Technologies Designed to Address Range Anxiety During the Summit, OMODA & JAECOO’s latest new energy models — including OMODA 4 SHS-H, OMODA 5 NEXT and OMODA 7 SHS-H — will take on a rigorous marathon-style long-distance test, showcasing the endurance and performance of SHS technology and unlocking a freer, more exhilarating Super Vibe. A key highlight will be the OMODA 7 SHS-H, which will debut its new 5-kWh large-battery HEV technology globally, setting a new benchmark for HEV battery value and performance. Previously, the JAECOO 7 SHS-P completed more than 100,000 kilometres of real-world road testing with 114 leading media outlets from 16 countries under extreme climatic conditions and across complex terrain. At the renowned UTAC Millbrook test facility in the UK, the model covered 828 miles (approximately 1,333 kilometres) on a single tank of fuel and a single charge, exceeding its official WLTP range by 11.14%. Meanwhile, the JAECOO 8 SHS-P has set a new global benchmark for hybrid driving range, earning a Guinness World Records title in Indonesia for its 1,660-kilometer combined driving range. Currently, OMODA & JAECOO’s SHS Super Hybrid technology and JETOUR’s C-DM Super Hybrid technology have been deployed across markets on all five continents and have established a leading position in Europe’s PHEV segment. OMODA & JAECOO Targets Zero-Carbon Factories, Accelerating a Green Ecosystem Across the Full Vehicle Lifecycle Beyond technological advancements, OMODA & JAECOO is extending green technologies across the full vehicle lifecycle. Renewable energy currently accounts for 52.77% of electricity consumption across OMODA & JAECOO's parent company’s vehicle manufacturing facilities. OMODA & JAECOO's parent company currently operates 5 national-level green factories and 2 zero-carbon factories. In the field of low-carbon materials, OMODA & JAECOO’s industry-leading “100% recycled aluminium + heat treatment-free + integrated die casting” technology can reduce carbon emissions by 80% compared with primary aluminium. The low-carbon aluminium utilisation rate of the JAECOO 7 SHS, a popular model in the European market, has reached approximately 75%. With the capacity to recycle and process 100,000 tonnes of scrap steel, 100,000 tonnes of scrap aluminium and 10,000 tonnes of waste plastics, OMODA & JAECOO is advancing low-carbon innovation across the full value chain through practical, measurable initiatives. OMODA & JAECOO invites users, media representatives and partners from around the world to gather in Wuhu, China, from October 18 to 24, 2026, to see cutting-edge technologies in real-world use. About OMODA & JAECOO As a youthful, personalized global brand, OMODA & JAECOO lives by the vision of “Co-creating a Beautiful Life with Young People.” OMODA is dedicated to embracing pioneering global consumers, striving to build “the World's Leading Crossover Brand.” It delivers fashion-forward vehicles with cutting-edge design and futuristic technology to Gen Z, redefining trendy travel culture with a crossover attitude. JAECOO adheres to the philosophy of “From Classic, Beyond Classic,” and is committed to becoming a “Global Elegant Off-Road Brand.” With exceptional four-wheel drive performance, forward-thinking intelligent technologies, and outstanding safety features, it leads a new era of elegant off-road driving. Born Green, OMODA & JAECOO leverages the world-leading SHS super hybrid technology (covering both PHEV and HEV) to offer the best hybrid solution for global users, driven by the core advantages of “Super High Power, Super Low Energy Consumption, and Super Long Combined Range.” At the same time, the brand is accelerating its BEV technology deployment, responding to diverse mobility needs with stronger and more comprehensive technological capabilities. In terms of intelligence, the brand focuses on intelligent driving and intelligent cockpit. Powered by SIVP (Super Intelligent Valet Parking) and AI cockpit technologies as key enablers, it builds a full-scenario smart mobility experience and continues to lead the future of mobility. In addition, in collaboration with AiMOGA, the brand has developed robots that extend smart technology into diverse interactive scenarios, broadening the landscape of smart living. Driven by deep insights into user needs, the brand hit one million in sales in just three years, setting the fastest growth record in the global automotive industry. To date, it has expanded into 77 markets worldwide, covering Europe, Asia, Australia, Africa, Latin America, and the Middle East. Europe stands out as a particularly strong market – the brand has already entered 22 European countries and become one of the fastest-growing car brands.
- October 6, 2026Health
Bodybuilding.com Announces Launch of Bodybuilding Peptides to Expand Physician Guided Wellness Services
Bodybuilding.com , a fitness and wellness company with more than three decades of industry experience, has announced the launch of Bodybuilding Peptides, a new online platform focused on providing educational information about peptide therapies and connecting eligible consumers with licensed physicians. The new platform expands Bodybuilding.com's existing wellness ecosystem and follows the development of Bodybuilding Health Plus, a service that has provided customers with access to physician guided wellness options, including GLP 1 medications, NAD+ therapies, and other healthcare services. Bodybuilding Peptides is designed to combine educational resources with access to qualified medical professionals. Through the platform, individuals can learn about peptide therapies and complete a medical consultation to determine whether a particular treatment may be appropriate for their individual health and wellness circumstances. Treatment decisions remain subject to evaluation by licensed healthcare professionals. A Physician Guided Approach to Peptide Education Peptides are chains of amino acids that can perform various biological functions in the body. Interest in peptide based therapies has increased as consumers seek information about emerging approaches to health, recovery, performance, and general wellness. Bodybuilding Peptides is intended to provide a centralized resource for individuals researching these therapies while emphasizing the role of licensed healthcare professionals in treatment decisions. Rather than presenting peptide therapy as a universal solution, the platform provides an opportunity for qualified individuals to obtain medical guidance based on their circumstances. If a physician determines that treatment is appropriate, prescriptions are fulfilled through licensed compounding pharmacies, according to the company. The medical consultation and prescribing process are separate from the educational information available through the platform, allowing healthcare professionals to determine whether treatment is medically appropriate. Building on Bodybuilding Health Plus The launch of Bodybuilding Peptides builds upon Bodybuilding.com's expansion beyond traditional fitness content and nutritional products. Through Bodybuilding Health Plus, the company has developed a broader wellness offering that connects consumers with physician guided services. The company's existing wellness platform has included access to services involving GLP 1 medications, NAD+ therapies, and other health related solutions. Bodybuilding Peptides represents another development within this broader strategy, extending the company's digital fitness ecosystem into an area of growing consumer interest. Andres Giraldo, CEO of Bodybuilding.com, said the expansion reflects the company's continuing interest in supporting consumers across different stages of their fitness and wellness journeys. “This is an exciting time in the wellness space, and we are looking forward to being there, once again, to help people be their best selves,” said Giraldo. “We’ve had unprecedented success with Bodybuilding Health Plus so it was only natural for us to expand into offering more for those who seek to optimize their own fitness journey. We pride ourselves on being an industry leader, and being the trusted source for fitness enthusiasts around the world.” Connecting Fitness and Personalized Wellness Bodybuilding.com has historically operated at the intersection of fitness education, training, nutrition, supplementation, and digital resources. The launch of Bodybuilding Peptides adds a physician guided component to that broader ecosystem while maintaining a focus on education and professional medical oversight. The company's expansion comes as interest in personalized wellness continues to develop across the health and fitness sector. Consumers increasingly have access to information about therapies that were previously limited to specialized medical settings, creating a need for accessible educational resources and qualified professional guidance. Bodybuilding Peptides is positioned within this changing environment by combining educational content with an opportunity to consult licensed physicians. The approach is intended to help individuals understand available options while ensuring that medical decisions remain under the direction of healthcare professionals. A New Digital Destination for Peptide Information The Bodybuilding Peptides platform is available through TryBBPeptides.com. The site provides information about peptide therapies and facilitates the process for individuals seeking physician guided evaluation. The introduction of the platform represents the latest investment by Bodybuilding.com in digital wellness services. It also reflects the company's broader evolution from a fitness focused online destination into a platform that incorporates additional health and wellness resources. Bodybuilding.com has served fitness enthusiasts for more than 30 years through educational content, training resources, nutritional products, and other fitness related services. Its expansion into physician guided wellness reflects the company's stated objective of remaining relevant as consumer interests evolve across fitness, health, and personalized wellness. About Bodybuilding.com Bodybuilding.com is a leading online destination for fitness, nutrition, supplementation, and wellness education. Founded in the 1990s, the company has spent more than three decades providing fitness resources, educational content, products, and wellness services to consumers. Bodybuilding.com has expanded its offerings through Bodybuilding Health Plus and the launch of Bodybuilding Peptides, connecting consumers with educational resources and physician guided healthcare options. Additional information is available at Bodybuilding.com and TryBBPeptides.com . Business inquiries can be directed to [email protected] .
- October 5, 2026Travel & Leisure
AirAsia celebrates return of Ahmedabad and Amritsar flights with a special sale
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- October 5, 2026Automotive
JETOUR introduces updated G700 hybrid SUV with off-road and driver-assistance features
JETOUR unveiled its 2027 G700 hybrid SUV in China on Tuesday, combining equipment for off-road driving with a Huawei driver-assistance system. Deliveries of the Ark Edition have begun, the company said, while a separate Ark Edition features technology designed for travel on both land and water. The company said the Ark Edition had completed a Yangtze River crossing and taken part in rescue operations on the Min River as part of testing of its amphibious technology. It presented “Emergency Navigation Experience” certificates to the first group of Ark Edition owners at the launch. The capability is intended to help in emergencies. The 2027 G700 comes in five trim levels with five-seat or six-seat layouts. The specifications released at the launch describe updates to the exterior, cabin and driver-assistance equipment. The model uses the company’s GAIA architecture and Huawei’s Qiankun ADS 5 system, alongside cabin functions based on large AI models. Off-road equipment includes three differential locks as standard, an “18+X” system and “Conquest Mode”, with settings for deep snow, sand, mud and rocks. Other features include rollover suppression and a maximum wading depth of 900 millimeters. The wading figure describes driving through water and is separate from the Ark Edition’s amphibious capability. The hybrid system pairs a 2.0TD engine with a longitudinally mounted 2DHT transmission and P3 and P4 electric motors. Published performance figures include a combined range of 1,200 kilometers, acceleration from zero to 100 kph in 4.8 seconds and maximum engine thermal efficiency of 45.95%. The chassis has a hydroformed ladder frame with torsional stiffness of 10,000 newton-meters per degree. The passenger compartment frame is made entirely of hot-formed steel and has torsional stiffness of 22,300 newton-meters per degree. CDC damping and air suspension provide a height adjustment range of -50 to +90 millimeters. The GAIA architecture brings together its Kunpeng Super Hybrid CDM-O system, the hydroformed frame, intelligent differential locks and XWD-S all-wheel drive. The SUV has a new grille, body-colored wheel arches and 20-inch wheels. Paint choices are Kunlun Grey, Motuo Black, Everest White, Qiangtang Silver and Gaoligong Green. Cabin equipment includes Nappa leather seats with ventilation, heating, massage and active side bolsters, second-row seats described as “zero-gravity”, a Lexicon 20-speaker sound system and ambient lighting with 64 color settings. JETOUR’s T Series is aimed at light off-road travel, while the G Series targets the premium off-road market. According to company figures, it has more than 2,000 sales and service outlets worldwide and 12 overseas manufacturing bases across Asia, Africa and Central Asia.Its figures for the period put it in first place in the overall automotive markets of Angola, Myanmar and Jamaica in the second quarter of 2026 and among the top five in 10 markets, including Qatar, Egypt and the United Arab Emirates. The same figures put it in first place among all SUV brands in Angola, Myanmar, Jamaica and Egypt, among Chinese SUV brands in 11 markets, and in the boxy SUV segment in nine markets. Its “1+7+N” research and development network held more than 2,100 granted patents by the end of 2025. It plans to expand its overseas manufacturing network to 19 sites by 2030, with annual overseas capacity exceeding 600,000 vehicles. The company’s figures also show more than 2.5 million vehicle owners and 50 million followers worldwide. Its JETOUR CLUB network includes more than 300 clubs and 30,000 core users, and held more than 500 events in 2025, including driving tours, off-road outings, cultural activities and public welfare programs.
- October 4, 2026Technology
Principal Software Engineer Harsh Verma Awarded BCS Fellowship and Publishes RSA Conference Analysis on Why Identity Alone Can No Longer Secure AI Systems
Harsh Verma, Principal Software Engineer in AI at Palo Alto Networks, IEEE Senior Member, Google Developer Expert in Cloud AI, has been awarded Fellowship of the British Computer Society (FBCS), recognizing his sustained contributions to artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, and enterprise-scale systems. In parallel, Verma has published two new technical analyses through RSA Conference examining a critical and underaddressed challenge in enterprise AI: autonomous systems that comply with policy while diverging from its intended outcomes. The BCS Fellowship, designated by the post-nominal FBCS, is awarded to computing and technology professionals who have demonstrated sustained excellence, significant contribution to the field, and a commitment to raising standards across the profession. Fellowship is the highest grade of BCS membership and is awarded by peer review to individuals recognised as leaders in their discipline. The two RSA Conference publications are The Death of Authentication: Why Identity Is Not Enough for AI Systems and Agents Don't Break Rules, They Redefine Them, both available at rsaconference.com . The Argument: Identity Is Not Enough Verma's first analysis addresses a specific gap in how enterprise security frameworks are being applied to AI systems. Authentication and identity models that have governed enterprise security for decades were designed for a world in which the actors being authenticated were human. A human user logs in, establishes their identity, and operates within a session bounded by their credentials, their role, and their judgment. Autonomous AI agents operate differently. They initiate actions, call tools, access data, interact with external APIs, spawn sub-agents, and chain operations across extended workflows across multiple systems and over extended periods. At each step, the agent is authenticated as itself. But authentication of identity does not answer the questions that matter most: what is this agent trying to achieve, why is it taking these specific actions, and has its intent drifted from its original objective? "Authentication tells you who is acting," Verma writes. "It does not tell you why. In a world where AI agents can initiate, chain and escalate operations autonomously, knowing who is acting is no longer sufficient to know whether the action is safe." Verma maps the security problem across three layers. Authentication verifies the agent is what it claims to be. Authorisation verifies it has permission to act. Intent verification, the third and almost entirely absent layer, monitors whether a sequence of actions is consistent with the original objective and the boundaries the agent should respect. His proposed framework centres on behavioural sequencing, operational context monitoring, and runtime decision pattern analysis as the mechanisms through which enterprise security can move toward genuine intent verification. Agents Don't Break Rules. They Redefine Them. Verma's second RSA Conference publication, extends this argument into what he identifies as the next frontier of enterprise AI risk: policy drift and adaptive rule bypass. The foundational assumption of traditional cybersecurity is that software follows rules exactly as written and that deviations from policy are detectable. AI agents have made this assumption obsolete. Autonomous systems reason, interpret objectives, optimise outcomes, adapt to limitations, and navigate workflows flexibly. An AI agent can follow the letter of its instructions while violating the intent behind them, without triggering any of the detection mechanisms that existing security frameworks rely on. Verma cites Anthropic's research identifying this capability as one of the emerging risks in AI security. The risk is not that AI agents will break rules. It is that they will redefine what the rules mean operationally in pursuit of the objectives they have been given. Policy drift is the gradual operational divergence between what a system was designed to do and what it actually optimises for over time. An AI sales automation agent instructed to maximise conversions may, without any malicious intent, make messaging more aggressive, bypass internal review steps, and exploit workflow loopholes in ways that leadership never intended. Each action, evaluated individually, may be within policy. The cumulative drift from organisational intent is not. Verma cites OpenAI's research finding that AI systems optimise for measurable objectives that rarely capture the full complexity of human intent. Customer service agents that prioritise ticket closure speed over problem resolution, workflow systems that bypass approval processes to improve efficiency, and infrastructure agents that make unsafe optimisation decisions to reduce latency are all examples of systems producing technically correct but operationally harmful outcomes without malicious intent. The Air Canada case, Moffatt v. Air Canada, is cited as a real-world signal. The airline's customer-service chatbot provided a passenger with incorrect information about bereavement fare eligibility that conflicted with the company's actual policy. Air Canada argued the chatbot was solely responsible. The court ruled that the airline was accountable for any information its AI system provided. The chatbot was not attempting to violate policy. It generated its own interpretation of company rules. Verma's conclusion is direct. The next major security challenge will not be stopping explicit violations. It will be managing systems that intelligently optimise around constraints. Static policies written for predictable software environments are fragile in adaptive AI ecosystems. Governance must become a continuous operational process incorporating behavioural monitoring, regular policy evaluation, flexible constraint enforcement, and AI observability capabilities. "The real challenge is no longer enforcement," Verma writes. "It is an interpretation." A Growing Body of Published Analysis Together, Verma's RSA Conference publications form an interconnected body of analysis on the security challenges that autonomous AI systems introduce at the enterprise level. The clean attack problem analysis examined how AI-assisted cyberattacks operating within legitimate workflows disrupt anomaly-based detection. The identity analysis set out why authentication is no longer sufficient for autonomous agents. The policy drift analysis completes the argument: AI systems do not need to violate rules to create operational and security risk. They need only to optimise, intelligently and continuously, within the rules they have been given. His Forbes Technology Council analysis on deterministic AI architecture addresses the parallel challenge from the product side, setting out why reliability and predictability are becoming the defining criteria for enterprise AI adoption. Together these publications represent a consistent and developing position on what enterprise AI security and governance require as autonomous systems move from pilot into production across regulated industries. About Harsh Verma Harsh Verma is Principal Software Engineer for AI at Palo Alto Networks, where his work focuses on AI security architecture, agentic systems, and enterprise AI risk and governance. He is a Fellow of the British Computer Society (FBCS), an IEEE Senior Member, a Stanford Distinguished Scholar, a member of the Forbes Technology Council, a Google Developer Expert in Cloud AI, and an active advisor at Berkeley SkyDeck. He is a dual 2026 Cybersecurity Excellence Awards recipient, including AI Security Innovator of the Year and Community Choice Winner. His RSA Conference publications are available at rsaconference.com. Connect with Harsh Verma on LinkedIn at linkedin.com/in/harshverma59 .
- October 4, 2026Business
Chinese media praises Shanghai Electric’s latest Malaysian project: a step forward for China’s high-end power equipment in overseas markets
China News Service (CNS) praises Shanghai Electric’s recent contract for Unit 3 of the Samalaju Combined Cycle Gas Turbine (CCGT) Project in Sarawak, Malaysia, highlighting it as the first overseas deployment of a heavy-duty gas turbine manufactured by the Chinese company. https://youtu.be/0rK3O7ispTQ?si=wZ_x_lXpo5SjxC_V The deal is seen as a milestone in the international commercialization of China's heavy-duty gas turbine technology, CNS said in a news report issued on Sept. 29. (Caption:Shanghai Electric’s heavy-duty gas turbine makes its overseas debut) According to the report, Shanghai Electric will provide a complete package of major equipment for the 500-megawatt-class power plant, including gas and steam turbines, generators, heat recovery steam generators (HRSGs) and an air-cooled system. It will also serve as an engineering, procurement and construction (EPC) contractor and provide long-term lifecycle services covering the major equipment,. “This is not simply an equipment export, but a substantive breakthrough for China’s heavy-duty gas turbines in international commercial competition,” Li Wenkai, deputy head of the Power Generation Engineering Consultancy Department under the China Electric Power Planning & Engineering Institute, quoted as saying by CNS. Meanwhile, Shanghai Electric is also providing an integrated solution, with the core equipment manufactured within its own industrial system and coordinated under a unified project framework, CNS said. Unlike projects that combine equipment from multiple suppliers, this model reduces the need for owners or EPC contractors to coordinate interfaces, technical parameters and control systems across different vendors. It also brings responsibility, technical interfaces, performance guarantees and project management under a unified framework, said the report. “The Malaysian market is a mature commercial market, where clients make equipment selections based on technology, delivery and full lifecycle costs,” Liu Zhitan, deputy director of the Gas Turbine Power Generation Specialized Committee of the Chinese Society for Electrical Engineering, told CNS. The successful bid means Shanghai Electric’s gas turbine products and integrated solutions are beginning to undergo commercial validation in a mature overseas market, Liu said. Shanghai Electric has built up a presence in Malaysia through a range of energy projects, including the 2×300-megawatt Balingian coal-fired power plant, renewable energy projects in Selangor and the TG12 renewable energy project. In Sarawak, it has also completed a 106-kilometer, 500-kilovolt transmission line and built the state’s first off-grid microgrid project. Such a local footprint provides an important foundation for the company to introduce core equipment into overseas markets, while strengthening its experience in project delivery and local services, CNS noted in the report. The Samalaju project demonstrated Shanghai Electric’s overseas engineering competitiveness and core equipment capabilities, marking a shift from “equipment going overseas with engineering projects” toward direct exports of complete equipment and solutions. The move also reflects changing demand in international power markets. Overseas developers are increasingly seeking turnkey solutions backed by long-term services rather than procuring individual pieces of equipment from multiple suppliers, said the Chinese media. For years, China’s high-end equipment exports were mainly individual machines and equipment, with competition focused largely on hardware prices, leaving limited margins and little room for brand premiums, Liu said. Shanghai Electric’s approach seeks to move beyond hardware-based competition by offering integrated solutions and full life-cycle support, he added. The development comes as the global gas turbine market faces tight supply. Data shows that global gas turbine orders reached about 90-100 GW in 2025, while global manufacturing capacity stood at around 55–60 GW, highlighting a significant supply-demand imbalance. Against this backdrop, overseas developers that have traditionally relied on established international suppliers are increasingly consider alternative providers, particularly Chinese companies capable of offering shorter delivery times and integrated solutions, Li said. Shanghai Electric has identified global expansion as a key priority during the 15th Five-Year Plan period (2026-2030). It outlined three shifts: from a focus on taking engineering projects overseas to a greater emphasis on taking equipment overseas; from simple trade to international investment in production capacity and industrial supply chains; and from individual companies expanding overseas independently to broader, coordinated overseas development.
- October 3, 2026Land & Property
BKREA Wraps Up September With More Than $300 Million Closed Since July 1, Carrying Strong Momentum Into Q4
BK Real Estate Advisors (BKREA), the seller-only, exclusive-only New York City investment sales firm led by Bob Knakal, today closed out the month with its September 2026 review in the Development Site Monthly . As the firm heads into October, it has closed 10 transactions totaling more than $300 million since July 1, nearly one-third of its 2026 dollar volume in roughly two months. Entering the fourth quarter, BKREA has closed 34 transactions year to date totaling $874.75 million and 2.825 million square feet. With 11 more deals under contract worth about $280 million, the firm's 2026 closed volume is on track to exceed $1.15 billion. September in review: buyers are active and well-positioned properties are trading September capped a busy summer that builds on a strong 2025, when BKREA closed 43 transactions totaling approximately $1.78 billion. The firm says the pace confirms that capital is available and buyers are bidding on well-positioned assets. BKREA currently holds 71 exclusive listings totaling more than $3 billion, including over $3 billion in land and air rights assignments. A new intelligence layer for the air rights market BKREA has launched NYC Air Rights Intelligence , a proprietary dashboard tracking hundreds of transferable development rights (TDR) transactions across New York City, giving property owners access to comps by neighborhood, TDR type, deal size and price per square foot. In addition to former inclusionary housing certificates (now known as UAP) and traditional neighboring TDRs, BKREA's Air Rights Marketplace is actively marketing landmark TDRs at 130 Bowery (±45,000 SF), 652 Avenue of the Americas (±105,000 SF), 15 West 38th Street (±22,876 SF) and others. "Every air rights transaction carries its own mechanics, whether it's a landmark transfer, a ZLDA, inclusionary certificates, or a special district, and pricing has never really reflected that nuance," said Genessy Jaramillo, Managing Director at BKREA. "Air Rights Intelligence gives us hard data to underwrite each deal, instead of going in without the tools to back it up, and that is a big part of why BKREA is doing more air rights deals than anyone else in the market." Policy changes to watch heading into October Several regulatory shifts tracked through September will shape the city's land market this fall: Affordable Housing Fast Track: The ELURP rulemaking comment period closed September 9, and City Planning is due to name the 12 community districts with the lowest affordable housing production today, October 1. Qualifying projects there gain a 90-day review in place of the roughly seven-month ULURP process. Block by Block housing plan: The Mamdani administration's plan commits more than $22 billion over five years to build 200,000 affordable homes and preserve 200,000 more. COPA: The proposed Community Opportunity to Purchase Act would give qualified nonprofits a first-look window and a right to match offers on certain multifamily sales, changing disposition timelines for sellers. Small-lot reform: Proposed construction code changes could enable up to 35,000 homes on nearly 3,000 lots 15 to 27 feet wide, with no rezoning required. Pied-à-terre tax: Knakal argues the new tax will weigh on luxury condo sales near term but should not materially affect land bought today for projects delivering in 2029 or later. The BKREA September Newsletter Summarizes development and property restoration news throughout NYC.
- September 29, 2026Business
JD.com Opens Its First 101HOME in Shanghai, Bringing the Art of Living to an Innovative Retail Experience
JD.com today announced that its first 101HOME store will open on September 28 in Jing’an District Shanghai, introducing a premium home and lifestyle retail destination that brings together global design, home furnishing solution, smart technology, fashion, renovation services, dining, art and cultural experiences under one roof. With JD.com’s global sourcing capabilities, self-operated retail model and omnichannel infrastructure, 101HOME will offer a seamless “shopping upon seeing” experience, allowing consumers to explore new possibilities for their homes and discover the art of everyday living. Spanning approximately 12,000 square metres across four floors, 101HOME is designed to meet the evolving needs of consumers from age 0 to 101, across different life stages, household structures and lifestyles. The Shanghai 101HOME brings together more than 1,000 full category home and lifestyle brands, including over 30 international brands making their China debut and more than 150 domestic and international brands making their JD.com debut. It features more than 15,000 carefully selected products, including over 2,000 exclusive products and more than 1,000 new product launches. Some of its international brand portfolio includes Swiss furniture brand Vitra ; US design and office furniture brand Herman Miller ; Italian furniture brand Gervasoni , lighting brands Flos and Artemide ; Danish design houses Fritz Hansen , ferm LIVING , and GUBI ; Chinese original brands include U+ , which blends traditional Chinese craftsmanship with contemporary furniture design, and FNJI , known for understated modern Chinese furniture, and more. At the heart of 101HOME are 33 “Dream Homes”, designed for different living situation, family structures, lifestyles and interests. The Shanghai store features spaces created by British designer Kelly Hoppen CBE , and Japanese designers Shuhei Aoyama and Takashi Honma . Chinese designer Wang Heng (Ryan) draws on Song dynasty-inspired aesthetics to create a three-generation family home. Consumers can step into fully designed home settings and see how furniture, lighting and furnishings come together, offering inspiration for their own homes. “101HOME is designed to go beyond traditional home retailing, bringing together home design, lifestyle trends and social experiences under one roof,” said Billy Bao, Head of 101HOME at JD.com. “We want to create a unique experience where consumers can discover new products, explore different ways of living and find inspiration for their own homes. With JD.com’s global sourcing and supply chain capabilities, we can help turn that inspiration into reality, making it easier for consumers to create a home that reflects their individual lifestyles.” Building on the launch of its online flagship store in May 2025, 101HOME connects physical experiences with JD.com’s directly sourced and self-operated retail model. Consumers can explore complete home designs, feel the products in person and scan to purchase directly in store. Through 101HOME CARE service, Dream Home designs can be adapted to individual homes, while JD.com’s logistics and supply chain capabilities support integrated delivery, installation and after-sales services. Technology is integrated throughout the experience. Powered by JD.com’s JoyAI and JoyInside technologies, highly integrated smart home solutions demonstrate applications across entry systems, kitchens, bathrooms, sleep and health management. The store also features dozens of robotic products, allowing visitors to explore how robotics could become part of everyday family life. Moving beyond traditional home retail, 101HOME further combines shopping with design discovery, exhibitions, dining and social experiences, creating a dynamic retail environment that evolves with changing consumer interests. The Shanghai store features here cafe , a popular coffee brand from Kyoto; ICE BOUQUET , known for its floral-inspired gelato; JUANZONG Books ; DEVINE’R NYC , a New York coffee and lifestyle brand; and Foyer de Lumiere , a Japanese-French bistro, several of which are making their mainland China or Shanghai debuts. 101HOME also offers more than 300 Burgundy wines sourced through limited allocations, with over 100 available by the glass, making it China’s most extensive by-the-glass selection of allocated Burgundy wines. Seven public artworks are also integrated across different floors and public 101HOME spaces, bringing together architecture, art and contemporary living as part of the overall retail experience. The opening of 101HOME marks a new milestone in JD.com’s physical retail strategy. Moving beyond a product-led model, 101HOME places greater emphasis on experience, discovery and social interaction, while introducing a range of new-to-market retail and lifestyle concepts, supported by JD.com’s capabilities in retail, digital supply chain and logistics. 101HOME is also accessible digitally through its WeChat mini programme and the JD.com app. ( [email protected] )
- September 29, 2026Business
CATL Partners with BME to Advance Battery Pack Manufacturing in Egypt Through Technology Licensing
Contemporary Amperex Technology Co., Limited (CATL) has signed a cooperation agreement with BME (Battery Manufacturing in Egypt), an Egyptian battery manufacturer, to support battery pack assembly and production in Egypt. Under the agreement, BME plans to source battery cells from CATL, while CATL will support BME with battery pack technology licensing, production equipment and technical training . The cooperation will enable BME to assemble and produce battery packs in Egypt, helping strengthen the country's localized battery manufacturing capabilities. The planned battery pack facility, developed and fully funded by BME, will have an initial annual production capacity of 1 GWh and will focus on battery packs for heavy-duty commercial vehicles. Under its long-term plan, BME expects to expand annual capacity to 5 GWh and broaden its product portfolio to include passenger vehicle battery packs and energy storage systems for solar and wind power applications. BME was jointly established by MCV, an Egyptian commercial vehicle manufacturer, and Auto D, an automotive industry solutions provider. Through its partnership with CATL, BME will supply the battery packs directly to local automakers. Looking ahead, CATL will continue to work with global partners to apply its battery technologies, manufacturing experience and partnership model in more markets, supporting the development of localized battery value chain and the wider adoption of electrification solutions.
- September 29, 2026Business
Kuehne+Nagel and CATL partner to advance battery logistics and fleet electrification
Kuehne+Nagel and CATL, a global leader in new energy technologies, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to establish a strategic collaboration in battery logistics, transport electrification and emissions reduction initiatives. The partnership will initially focus on practical initiatives including the electrification of CATL transport flows in Europe and a battery-swapping pilot for heavy-duty trucks provided by Qiji, which is set to launch in China this year. Additional areas of collaboration include battery recycling and aftersales support, as well as energy storage and charging solutions for logistics sites. Together, these activities support both companies' Scope 3 emissions reduction ambitions across their logistics and transportation value chains. "As global leaders in our respective industries, CATL and Kuehne+Nagel share a commitment to accelerating the energy transition and achieving a net-zero emissions future," said Akin Li, Executive President of CATL Overseas Business. "Our elevated partnership will not only contribute to both parties' sustainability targets, but also help advance a greener future." "Battery-electric vehicles are essential to decarbonising road freight," said Søren Schmidt, Executive Vice President Road Logistics at Kuehne+Nagel. "Accelerating the transition requires solutions that are both high-performing and operationally viable. By combining CATL's battery expertise with our logistics knowhow, we can advance initiatives that help reduce our own emissions and those of our customers." The partnership comes at a time of rapidly growing demand for electric vehicles and energy storage solutions. In 2024, demand for EV batteries increased by more than 75%, while battery manufacturing capacity continues to expand through a growing network of gigafactories worldwide.
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