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Tuya Smart Showcases Industry Insights at the 2024 TUYA Global Developer Summit, Drawing Over 3,000 Attendees Across Three Theme Forums

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NEW YORK, June 4, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Tuya Smart (NYSE: TUYA, HKEX: 2391), a global cloud platform service provider, hosted the signature 2024 TUYA Global Developer Summit at the Shangri-La Hotel in Futian, Shenzhen. The summit attracted an array of esteemed guests from top domestic and international companies, including Amazon, Lenovo, Haier, Silicon Labs, TÜV SÜD, Alibaba Cloud, Tencent Cloud, Texas Instruments, Google Cloud, Goneo Group, Geely, Enerlution, Cerence, Mentech, Secure Net, BangBang, Sixeco, Delos, Easyhome, ZBOM, V2 Indonesia, In Space, Hometree, Simon, Chli, and Smartec. These industry leaders convened to engage in thought-provoking discussions on cutting-edge topics such as GenAI, large language models, and green sustainable development.

With the highest attendance in Tuya’s history, the Shenzhen edition of the summit attracted over 3,000 developers from various sectors within the global smart industry’s upstream and downstream chain. Participants included manufacturers, system integrators, real estate groups, channel and solution providers, Chinese overseas brands, cross-border e-commerce sellers, core foreign trade OEM/ODM factories, overseas buyers, and traders. International delegates joined developers to witness this momentous event in the world of smart technology, showcasing the global impact and significance of Tuya Smart’s initiatives.

The summit boasted an impressive lineup, comprising a main forum and two subsidiary forums. The main forum, centered on the topic “GenAI + IoT: Driving Smarter Spaces,” delved into the integration and cutting-edge applications of GenAI technology with intelligent devices, elucidating how these innovative  technologies fuel industry expansion. The subsidiary forums tackled two pivotal topics: “A Novel Approach to Green, Low-carbon, and Sustainable Living” and “Navigating Industry Innovation – the Developer’s Influence”. Experts from diverse industries converged to discuss emerging trends, patterns, and prospects in industrial advancement, integrating market insights with their hands-on expertise.

Furthermore, Tuya collaborated with industry giants to present the Tuya Ecosystem Partner Exhibition (TEPE), highlighting numerous innovative AI devices and solutions to a global audience of developers. The products exhibited covered various verticals, including home automation, security, pet care, elderly assistance, and healthcare, offering participants a closer glimpse into the functionalities, applications, and future potential of contemporary AI hardware.

Discussing Opportunities and Challenges in the GenAI Era

As the GenAI revolution gains momentum, the AI hardware market has embarked on a new journey that is reshaping the smart ecosystem. Consequently, an important question has emerged: how will GenAI technology broaden application horizons and enhance user experiences with a more human touch? During the morning session of the main forum, industry luminaries, including Leo Chen, Co-Chairman and President of Tuya Smart, Mengrou Deng, Product Head of the Developer Platform at Tuya Smart, Will Yu, Chief Scientist of AI and Head of the AI Algorithm Research Center at Tuya Smart, and Dr. Yaxiao Liu, CTO of AWS GCR, shared their insights. They examined the future trajectory of the smart industry propelled by GenAI and gave their perspectives on such topics as business, products, and application scenarios.

At the summit, Tuya unveiled its groundbreaking AI large language model, Cube AI. Leveraging Tuya’s vast ecosystem and its prowess in open-source large models, Cube AI has broad applicability in a variety of smart scenarios. For instance, Cube AI provides real-time insights into energy consumption and generates tailored energy-saving strategies, addressing challenges such as scene incompatibility, data issues, and low ROI that developers often encounter in their daily R&D efforts. This enables developers to swiftly implement energy-saving solutions across industrial, commercial, and residential settings.

Furthermore, with the United Nations Global Compact as a witness, Tuya formally inaugurated its ESG Practice Initiative. Eva Na, Vice President of Marketing and Strategic Cooperation and CMO of Tuya Smart, emphasized Tuya’s commitment to actively promoting the global application of cutting-edge technologies, including GenAI, to integrate smart capabilities into a wider range of real-world scenarios. She also extended a call to global ESG practitioners to collaborate to ensure that more people across the globe can experience the convenience of the smart world.

As GenAI technology continues to progress, it is expected to fuel new growth opportunities for the industry. In the second session of the Main Forum, titled “Embracing Emerging Technologies for Sustainable Growth,” an array of experts shared their insights. Jing Chen, Technical Lead of TuyaOS at Tuya Smart, Tiangang Qin, Director of Strategic Cooperation at Lenovo Group, Xiangyu Xue, IoT R&D Director of Haier Water PL, Tianjie Zhang, Chief Architect of AI Computing at Alibaba Cloud, Kevin Hu, Alexa Smart Home Principle BD Manager, Stephanie Chen, Head of Shenzhen Business Development at Amazon GlobalSelling, Anthony Zhou, China General Manager of Silicon Labs, and Erdan Ma, Section Manager at TÜV SÜD, all  gave in-depth analyses of the new developments spurred by emerging technologies. They also discussed from diverse perspectives the opportunities and challenges presented in the GenAI era.

During the panel discussion, industry leaders, including Zheyuan Nie, the Technical Director of the Developer Platform at Tuya Smart; Beta Wang, General Manager of Tencent Cloud Intelligence, Head of Tencent Cloud Intelligent Products; Jerry Shi, the China FAE Director of Texas Instruments; and Levi Chen, the Customer Solutions Architect of Google Cloud, participated in an in-depth dialogue. Their discussion centered on a critical question: “How are disruptive innovations powering the smart home revolution?” The panel delved into the latest trends in this area and anticipated future applications of cutting-edge technologies that are shaping the smart home landscape.

Exploring the Integration Path of Green Low-Carbon and Technological Innovation Development

On the afternoon of May 29, two concurrent sub-forums were held: “A Novel Approach to Green, Low-carbon, and Sustainable Living” and “Navigating Industry Innovation – the Developer’s Influence”. These events attracted many esteemed guests, each of whom contributed valuable insights and perspectives.

Amidst the global shift in energy structure and evolving market demands, sustainable, green, and high-quality development models have emerged as the preferred choice of numerous enterprises. The question of how enterprises can leverage new technologies in the GenAI era to achieve intelligent energy management has become a critical topic of discussion.

During the “A Novel Approach to Green, Low-carbon, and Sustainable Living” sub-forum, leaders from various industries convened to share their perspectives.  Weiwei Xie, the Vice President and General Manager of New Energy Division of Goneo Group; Jia Li, the Deputy General Manager of Storage Division of Geely Viridi; Yu Chen, the General Manager of Enerlution, Shaobin Xiao, the China Business Vice President of Cerence; Jingzhou Li, the General Manager of Mentech, Hua Wang, the General Manager of Secure Net; Chen Yangbin Chen, the CTO of Bangbang Robotics; Ye Yang, the Product Planning Director of Manufacturing Bureau of Sixeco; Qinghui Yang, the New Energy Solutions Product Director of Tuya Smart; and Rui Bai, the Smart Mobility Solutions Product Director of Tuya Smart, all emphasized the crucial role of energy-saving and emission reduction efforts. They discussed energy management strategies propelled by new technologies, drawing from their respective experiences in the automotive, electrical, home, mobility, and storage sectors.

In the “Navigating Industry Innovation – the Developer’s Influence” sub-forum, industry leaders convened to explore the ways in which technology and platform functionalities can foster differentiated competitive edges for products and fuel the growth of smart businesses. Among them were Haiping Ying, the General Manager of Tuya Smart Commercial; Xue Ya, the President of Delos Asia and International WELL Building Institute Asia; Yuzhi Fang, the Vice President of Easyhome; Mu Tang, the Founder of In Space; Rudi Hidayat, the CEO of V2 Indonesia; Elvio Ransolin, the CEO of Hometree; Zhiwen Wu, the ZBOM Smart Home Business Director; Guangming Zheng, the Simon China Marketing Director; Dechao Chen, the Founder of Chil; and Jianfeng Liu, the Founder of Smartec, who all shared insights reflecting their respective industry landscapes.

Furthermore, during these sub-forums, Tuya organized cooperation agreement signing ceremonies with several notable companies, including Zhilian, Mentech, Aofude, Firefly, AiTAN, Easyhome, Delos, V2 Indonesia, and Hometree. Looking ahead, Tuya aims to capitalize on the strengths of its partners across industries, technologies, and products, fostering mutually beneficial collaborations through synergistic efforts and complementary expertise.

Unveiling Global Potential: Premier Showcase of Hundreds of Cutting-edge Smart Hardware Products at the Ecosystem Exhibition

At this year’s developers summit, Tuya collaborated with valued partners like Chil, Huizhu, Lingke, and Silicon Labs to host the revolutionary Tuya Ecosystem Partner Exhibition (TEPE). This integrated exhibition IP not only consolidates brand power but also fosters technical exchanges and enhances industry collaboration. Its objective is to unite global developers in showcasing cutting-edge technologies and achievements, capitalizing on the momentum of the TUYA Global Developer Summit to amplify brand influence and foster deeper global business partnerships.

The exhibition showcased hundreds of smart hardware products spanning a diversity of sectors such as home, security, pets, energy, mobility, office, and commerce. Among them, innovative AI products like smart bird feeders, pet machines, and smart rings stole the show. These products seamlessly integrate AI capabilities, executing user commands with remarkable accuracy based on daily habits and real-world scenarios, and left exhibition attendees with an unforgettable immersive experience.

The TEPE was not only a showcase for smart hardware, but also highlighted numerous pioneering solutions that illustrated the practical applications and scenario-specific value of AI hardware across diverse fields, including smart central control screen solutions and smart lighting innovations. Attendees were treated to an immersive experience and were able to appreciate the advantages of smart living and technology.

In the evenings, Tuya facilitated business banquets, such as “Winning Force: Visionaries’ Night” and “Smart Expansion Overseas: Setting Sail on a New Journey.” These events served as a comfortable platform for fostering meaningful communication among upstream and downstream enterprises in the smart industry, investors, developer representatives, cross-border buyer groups, and traders. They facilitated the establishment of robust business partnerships and the collaborative exploration of lucrative business opportunities in the GenAI era.

For developers, the TUYA Global Developers Summit is a momentous AI industrial gathering, allowing participants to reflect on the present while envisioning the future. Experts from internationally renowned enterprises converged to share their wealth of experience and their insights for the future. The exchange of ideas among these industry leaders will not only offer scientific guidance for current corporate endeavors but also further the convergence of technology and business in the GenAI era, thereby accelerating the development of global smart business.

 

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Daisy acquires award-winning Automation Design + Entertainment

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The acquisition marks the first Daisy branch in Michigan, expanding its home technology installation and services offerings to the Midwest  

KALAMAZOO, Mich., May 21, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Daisy, the fastest growing national home and small business technology installation and services company, expands into Michigan with the acquisition of Automation Design + Entertainment, an award-winning technology integration business owned by industry veteran Peter Cook

Automation Design + Entertainment has served residential and commercial clients in the west Michigan area for three decades and stands as a smart home market leader throughout the Midwest. Among several other accolades, the company has won the Electronic House Home of the Year Gold award, received the Consumer Technology Association’s Mark of Excellence award and been named to the CEPro 100. 

“We are thrilled to welcome the ADE team to Daisy,” said Hagan Kappler, co-founder and CEO of Daisy. “The team’s reputation for business excellence provides a strong foundation for Daisy to build out a broader Midwest presence.” 

As Automation Design + Entertainment joins the Daisy network, it will continue operating under the leadership of Cook, the company’s founder and president. Cook is a CEDIA Certified Electronic Systems Designer and Outreach Instructor, a THX certified home theater designer and Instructor, and he serves on several committees in support of the Home Builders Association both locally and nationally.

“We’re excited to join the Daisy family to expand our resources and network of skilled integrators,” said Cook. “Daisy’s M&A capabilities, technology stack, marketing resources, supply chain connections, recruiting and training support, and recurring services expertise are just some of the reasons why AD+E will strengthen and grow in value through this partnership.”  

Daisy has emerged as a leading name in smart home technology integration, experiencing significant growth due to a strategic combination of franchising and acquisitions. With the addition of Automation Design + Entertainment, Daisy now has 20 locations across eight states.  

To learn more about becoming part of Daisy’s team visit https://daisyco.com. To learn more about converting an existing custom integration company to a Daisy franchise, visit https://daisyco.com/for-integrators/, or to start a new business, visit https://daisyco.com/franchising/. For interior design firms looking to expand their presence in cutting-edge technology as part of their design solution, contact partnerships@daisyco.com

About Daisy 
Daisy is the fastest growing national home and small business technology installation and services company. Daisy partners with builders, architects, designers and homeowners to create, install and service optimal audio visual, lighting, shades and security designs that enhance their clients’ experiences in their homes and offices. Daisy also provides ongoing support to steward clients through their lifetime technology journeys. For more information, visit daisyco.com

MEDIA CONTACT: 
Heather Ripley 
Ripley PR 
(865) 977-1973 
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Interplay Learning Announces Winners of Inaugural Interplay Excellence Awards for Training and Workforce Development

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AUSTIN, Texas, May 21, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Interplay Learning, the global leader in immersive learning for the skilled trades, is proud to announce the winners of the 2025 Interplay Excellence Awards, recognizing the exceptional ways that Interplay and ITI customers have leveraged their training solutions to drive skill development, achieve business success, and create positive outcomes for their teams and communities.

“We are thrilled to honor these incredible organizations and their commitment to advancing skilled trades training,” said Doug Donovan, CEO and founder, Interplay Learning. “These winners showcase what’s possible when forward-thinking companies embrace immersive learning. They not only elevate their own teams, but they also strengthen the industries and communities they serve.”

The Interplay Excellence Awards celebrate the inspiring stories of companies transforming workforce development through impactful learning initiatives. This year, customers were invited to submit nominations across four distinct categories, each reflecting a unique dimension of training success.

2025 Interplay Excellence Award Winners

Training Innovation Award
Honoring customers who have implemented creative and impactful training programs that have significantly enhanced skill development.
Winner: Streamline Services

Industry Excellence Award
Celebrating customers who have achieved measurable business success, such as growth, efficiency improvements or cost savings, demonstrating excellence in their industry.
Winner: Ferguson Enterprises

Rookie of the Year Award
Recognizing new customers who have quickly achieved outstanding results through training, demonstrating rapid and impactful success.
Winner: Invitation Homes

Better Careers, Better Lives Award
Highlighting customers who have driven significant learner outcomes and created positive social or community impact through their training efforts.
Winner: Center for People

The winners were chosen by a panel of judges from Interplay’s Executive Customer Advisory Boards. Brad Waldrop, Ward Plumbing and Heating; Seth Martin, Four Star Mechanical; Jack Kell, SmartCare Solutions; and Shane Bryant, Willow Bridge Property Company — respected industry leaders and valued Interplay Learning customers — brought their expertise and deep understanding of workforce development to the selection process. Their insights were instrumental in identifying the submissions that demonstrated the most significant impact and achievements.

Winners received various prizes, including a cash award for learning and development to further invest in their training programs and continue their journey of innovation and excellence.

For more information about the Interplay Excellence Awards, please visit: https://www.interplaylearning.com/interplay-excellence-awards/ 

About Interplay Learning

Interplay Learning, the leader in immersive learning for the skilled trades, now includes Industrial Training International (ITI), the global leader in specialized industrial learning solutions. Leveraging instructor-led training, online simulations, AI, and VR, Interplay helps organizations and educational institutions upskill faster, reduce risk, and increase operational readiness. With nearly 600,000 people trained, Interplay is shaping the future of workforce development, building better careers and better lives. Visit www.interplaylearning.com to learn more.

MEDIA CONTACT:
 Heather Ripley
 Ripley PR
 (865) 977-1973
 hripley@ripleypr.com

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$30B AOP AI Financial Advisor PortfolioPilot.com Spends $1M to Acquire the Diversification.com Brand

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Site unveils its Diversification Score to set a new bar for investing

SAN FRANCISCO, May 21, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — PortfolioPilot.com, the AI-powered financial advisor for self-directed investors with $30B in Assets on Platform1, today announces the $1 million acquisition and launch of diversification.com, marking the beginning of a new era in portfolio strategy. This isn’t just another finance site, it’s a movement to overhaul how Americans think about investing, risk, and long-term financial health, especially important in today’s turbulent markets.

As part of the launch, PortfolioPilot.com is giving away $240,000 worth of prizes2—and launching a 30-day challenge to discover how diversified investors really are.

Any investor who calculates their Diversification Score on diversification.com by June 21 will be entered to win one of 1,000 PortfolioPilot.com Gold memberships, valued at $240 each (a year of personalized, fiduciary AI-powered financial advice). Individuals can measure how they stack up against both other individuals and legendary investors like Bridgewater and Berkshire Hathaway.

“This is bigger than a launch. It’s a reset for how to think about investing,” said Alexander Harmsen, Co-founder and CEO of PortfolioPilot.com. “For decades, diversification has meant little more than owning the right mix of bonds and stocks. We’re flipping that idea on its head and giving every investor the tools to build true, resilient portfolios.”

Why This Could Change Financial Advice Forever

diversification.com is designed to fix what’s broken in today’s investing landscape. In a world dominated by hot tips, hype cycles, and index overload, the site helps investors zoom out, across 30+ asset classes, geographies, and macro risks, to build real-world resilient portfolios.

Both DIY investors and advisors will benefit:

“We see this as the beginning of a long-term collaboration with both DIY investors and financial advisors,” added Harmsen. “diversification.com provides clarity, transparency, and education. PortfolioPilot.com adds personalized, fiduciary-grade advice. Together, we empower better-informed individuals—and smarter advisors.”

What You’ll Find on diversification.com

Diversification Score
A fast, free tool that instantly shows how well your portfolio is diversified across 10 categories—including asset class, geography, sector, inflation exposure, and liquidity risk. Built-in comparison to other investors and experts, with an easily shareable free report.

Diversification Daily
A no-hype newsletter with the 5 most impactful stories of the day. Want less noise? Subscribe to Diversification Weekly.

1-Minute Market Recaps
Quick-hit videos cover the trends and global shifts that long-term investors need to consider.

Alternatives Investing Marketplace
Explore a Yelp-style directory of 100+ strange opportunities across alts: farmland, private credit, art, collectibles, and more.

Powered by PortfolioPilot.com: AI Advice That Keeps You in Control

Behind diversification.com is PortfolioPilot.com, the award-winning3 AI-powered engine used by 30,000+ investors to track and optimize their full financial picture. It connects to your entire net worth—taxable accounts, IRAs, 401(k)s, real estate, crypto, private assets, and more—to uncover hidden risks, fees, and missed opportunities.

Upgrade for just $20/month to unlock:

Personalized, human bias-free financial advice

Monthly rebalancing and diversification recommendations

Continuous tax-loss harvesting and fee visualization

Retirement modeling and estate planning tools

Unlike traditional advisors, PortfolioPilot.com doesn’t manage your money. It puts you in control—with smarter AI on your side.

This Is Just the Beginning

With its bold launch of diversification.com, PortfolioPilot.com is taking a stand: the future of financial advice is diversified, transparent, AI-augmented, and built for the long haul.

That future starts now.

Enter the Challenge:
Calculate your Diversification Score by June 13 and win a year of Gold-tier advice.
Visit diversification.com

Global Predictions Inc. is an SEC-registered investment advisor and the parent company of both PortfolioPilot.com and diversification.com.

Media Contact:
Kelly Potts
Pitch Public Relations
kelly@pitchpublicrelations.com

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1. 30,000 users and $30B Assets on Platform as of February 20, 2025

2. Any investor who calculates their Diversification Score on diversification.com by June 21 will be entered to win one of 1,000 PortfolioPilot Gold memberships, valued at $240 each. The challenge and prizes are in no way tied to performance, calculated Diversification Score, and is set up to encourage participation, not to incentive any particular investing behavior

3. “Global Predictions secures a winning spot in international M6 forecasting competition”. November 9, 2023 https://www.globalpredictions.com/posts/global-predictions-secures-a-winning-spot-in-international-m6-financial-forecasting-competition

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