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Huawei and BJFF Win GSMA GLOMO for TECH4ALL Norway Salmon Conservation Project

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BARCELONA, Spain, March 5, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Huawei and BJFF received the GSMA GLOMO award last week at MWC Barcelona 2024 for “Outstanding Mobile Contribution to the UN SDGs” for an AI-powered solution designed to prevent the extinction of Norway’s wild Atlantic salmon.

“We are very honored to accept the GSMA GLOMO for our TECH4ALL project, and special thanks to our partner BJFF for their commitment and support,” said Lu Yong, Huawei Senior Vice President and President of the European Region for Huawei. “The salmon project shows the great potential of technology to conserve nature while driving the sustainable development of local communities. Huawei will continue to use innovative technologies to build a greener world.”

Launched in 2021 under Huawei’s TECH4ALL initiative and developed with local partners BJFF, Simula Consulting, and Troll Systems, the solution came into being over a three-year timeframe in response to an invasive species, the humpback salmon, which threatens local salmon in Norway’s rivers.

The solution, the world’s first of its type, filters out humpback salmon from the river system, preventing them from proceeding upstream to spawn.

“We’re immensely proud to collaborate with Huawei and partners on this ground-breaking project. The cutting-edge technology solution we have in Berlevåg is a successful recipe for stopping the humpback salmon, and it is inspiring for us to gain global recognition at MWC Barcelona 2024,” said Geir Kristiansen, Chairman of BJFF. “This project not only protects our rivers and wild Atlantic salmon, but also showcases how innovation can tackle environmental challenges worldwide.”

The GLOMO judging panel described the project as an “excellent and scalable idea – the application of self-powered AI and mobile tech to accurately solve a problem, with great execution and impressive results.”

How the solution works

Fish are directed to swim through a river-spanning tunnel installed with an underwater camera and an intelligent algorithm-powered gate.

The algorithm identifies different fish types, recognizing, for example, the distinctive hump of the male humpback salmon and tail patterning on the female. With an identification accuracy rate exceeding 99%, the system instructs the gate to remain closed to filter the invasive species into a holding tank, but opens to let other fish swim upstream.

Between June and September 2023, the latest the salmon spawning season in a biennial cycle, pilot projects in Storleva River and Kongsfjord River successfully filtered out more than 6,000 humpback salmon.

The manual method requires volunteers to stand in the river, identify humpback salmon by sight, and remove them by hand. Not only is this method labor- and time-intensive, many fish are accidentally injured or killed in the process. In comparison, the automated solution causes no harm to fish and reduces manual workloads by around 90%.

Background

Humpback salmon were introduced into Norway’s rivers in the 1960’s to increase food supply. However, the invasive species rapidly increased in numbers and soon began outcompeting wild Atlantic salmon for resources and spawning grounds. Its impact has caused the population of the native species to halve since the 1980s.

With salmon central to Norway’s culture and economy, the issue is a continuing cause of national concern.

The success of the solution and its potential to be scaled throughout Norway has given hope to solving the extinction threat to wild Atlantic salmon.

The GLOMOs 

The GSMA GLOMO award event runs each year at MWC and honors the “best of the best in the mobile ecosystem and beyond.” Decided by 200 independent judges, 30 awards are up for grabs in six categories. Huawei took home seven GLOMOs at this year’s MWC.

About Huawei TECH4ALL

TECH4ALL is Huawei’s long-term digital inclusion initiative and action plan. Enabled by innovative technologies and partnerships, TECH4ALL aims to promote inclusion and sustainability in the digital world.

For more information, please visit Huawei TECH4ALL website at https://www.huawei.com/en/tech4all 
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AB DAO Partners with AB Charity Foundation

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Building a Trustworthy Infrastructure, Advancing Global Philanthropy Through Technology

DUBLIN, May 11, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — On May 8, 2025, AB DAO and the AB Charity Foundation jointly hosted the inaugural “Technology-Driven Philanthropy Closed-Door Forum” in Dublin, Ireland.

The forum was chaired by H.E. Bertie Ahern, Chairman of the AB Charity Foundation, former Prime Minister of Ireland, and former President of the European Commission. He delivered a keynote speech titled “Technology and Trust – A New Order for Philanthropy.”

Distinguished attendees included H.E. Olusegun Obasanjo, former President of Nigeria and former Chairperson of the African Union, as well as Mr. Malcolm Byrne, Member of the Irish Parliament and Chairman of the Committee on Artificial Intelligence. The forum featured deep discussions on how emerging technologies can empower global welfare systems.

Anthony Tsang, representing AB Chain, presented the latest technical developments, including the high-performance mainnet, cross-chain protocol AB Connect, and the gas-free transaction protocol Universal Transfer. These innovations reflect AB DAO’s vision of building a globally compliant blockchain infrastructure dedicated to philanthropy.

Key proposals from the forum will be compiled by the AB Charity Foundation and submitted to the United Nations and global partner networks to further promote the global practice of “technology for good.”

About the AB Charity Foundation

The AB Charity Foundation is a legally registered international NGO in Ireland with full legal status under EU law. Supported by AB DAO in both funding and technology, the foundation is committed to building a transparent and traceable global philanthropic infrastructure using blockchain and artificial intelligence technologies.

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Miracle-48 Launches in the U.S., Bringing Regenerative Skincare to the Forefront

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Beauty-Stem debuted Miracle-48™ in the U.S., featuring a patented microsphere delivery system and exosome-derived extraction. The launch event included a live performance and testimonial by actress Victoria Summer, who praised the product’s visible skin-renewing effects. Experts call it a breakthrough in medical-grade anti-aging skincare, as the brand begins its global expansion starting with the U.S. market.

LOS ANGELES, May 11, 2025 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — Beauty-Stem Biomedical, a biotech-driven beauty and wellness company, officially unveiled its flagship product Miracle-48™ at a high-profile brand event held in Southern California. Attended by leaders from the business, medical, and philanthropic sectors, the evening marked a significant milestone for the brand’s U.S. expansion and showcased its latest innovation in skin rejuvenation.

A Science-Based Breakthrough Years in the Making

Developed by an international R&D team led by Dr. Chai-Ching Lin, President of Power-Stem Biomedical, Miracle-48™ is the result of years of cross-disciplinary research and clinical testing. The formula blends regenerative science with modern skincare, powered by a patented microsphere delivery system that precisely carries and releases exosome-derived extraction deep into the skin’s layers.

Each milliliter contains over 100,000 microspheres and 800 million active factors, delivering 48 skin-revitalizing ingredients that help reduce fine lines, dullness, and sagging—kickstarting the skin’s natural renewal process.

Victoria Summer‘s Testimonial and Performance

International actress and singer Victoria Summer, fresh off a Best Supporting Actress win at Portugal’s FARO International Film Festival, lit up the launch with a heartfelt live performance. She also shared her personal experience using Miracle-48™, saying it made a visible difference in her skin.

“In just two months, my skin looked smoother, firmer, and more radiant,” said Victoria. “It brought back a youthful glow—and my confidence too.”

Inspired by Beauty-Stem‘s mission, she now serves as the brand’s global ambassador, supporting its message of natural beauty and wellness from the inside out.

A Promising Contender in the High-End Skincare Market

With demand growing for high-performance skincare backed by science, Miracle-48™ hits the U.S. at the right moment. “This isn’t your average moisturizer,” said Dr. Sahar Lashin, MD, PhD, founder of IntegrUtopia. “It brings medical-grade technology into daily routines—and raises the bar for what skincare can do.”

Doctors, beauty experts, and media at the event called it a “game-changer” in anti-aging, with some describing it as a modern-day fountain of youth.

Global Strategy, Local Impact

The Los Angeles launch was more than just a product reveal—it marked the first major step in Beauty-Stem‘s global growth strategy. With North America as a key market, the brand plans to build its presence through continued innovation and strategic partnerships in regenerative skincare.

Beauty-Stem remains committed to delivering high-efficacy, science-backed solutions that support both beauty and long-term skin health for customers worldwide.

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Customer Service, Beauty-Stem Biomedical US, 1 888-341-7505, Service.us@beauty-stem.com, https://beauty-stem.com/us/index.php

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Beijing Review: 50 Years of Growing Partnership

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BEIJING, May 11, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — On May 6, 1975, China and the European Economic Community, the predecessor to today’s European Union, established diplomatic relations. This historic moment opened a new chapter of friendship and cooperation.

 

Over the past half a century, both sides have championed multilateralism, deepened collaboration and achieved mutually beneficial outcomes. Their enduring efforts have played a constructive role in advancing global peace and development. A healthy and stable partnership not only serves their interests, but also helps shape a better world.

“The wise find common ground; the unwise dwell on differences.” This slightly adapted line from the earliest known text on Chinese medicine, The Yellow Emperor’s Inner Canon, reflects the spirit of cooperation between the two sides across decades and offers a guiding vision for the future.

In March 2014, shortly before his state visit to Belgium and visit to the EU headquarters, President Xi Jinping cited this ancient Chinese quote in his article published in Belgian newspaper Le Soir. The sentence emphasizes that wise people focus on shared values and embrace diversity to achieve mutual benefit; whereas the unwise amplify differences, foment conflict and invite failure.

Through this quote, Xi conveyed his hope that China and the EU will respect each other, treat each other as equals, seek common ground while respecting differences, deepen communication and stay committed to mutually beneficial cooperation. He called for finding the greatest common interests, sharing opportunities and jointly tackling challenges.

Given their differences in history and culture, social institutions and stages of development, it is only natural for China and the EU to have varying perspectives, and even disagreements, on certain issues. Like-mindedness makes for partnership, and seeking common ground while respecting differences is also a feature of partnership.

Both past experiences and present realities have shown that as long as both sides adhere to mutual respect, treat each other as equals and engage in candid dialogue, differences cannot stand in the way of dialogue, nor can disagreements impede collaboration.

To date, China and the EU have established over 70 consultation and dialogue mechanisms, covering a broad spectrum of sectors including politics, economy and trade, people-to-people exchange, science and technology, energy and the environment.

Bilateral trade expanded from just over $2.4 billion in 1975 to over $780 billion in 2024. Two-way investment, once negligible, surged to nearly $260 billion. Since its launch in 2011, the China-Europe Railway Express, dubbed the “steel camel caravan,” has reached 227 cities across 25 European countries, completing over 100,000 freight trips, and become a key link between Asia and Europe.

Throughout history, both Chinese and European civilizations have made lasting impacts on the progress of humanity. In recent years, exchanges in education, science and technology have flourished. Cultural exchange is becoming more vibrant and connections between people are growing ever closer, continuously enriching their shared stories of mutual understanding, cooperation, exchange and mutual learning.

“The wise find common ground; the unwise dwell on differences.” At the new starting point that is the 50th anniversary of diplomatic relations, China and the EU should remain true to the original aspiration of their partnership, seek common ground while respecting differences, build mutual trust and pursue mutually beneficial cooperation. Together, they will foster global peace and prosperity, as well as usher in a new, promising chapter in the next 50 years.

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