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Hohhot, Inner Mongolia: Converting Prairie Winds into Computing Power

HOHHOT, CHINA –  Media OutReach Newswire – 24 August 2026 – On August 22, 2026, the fourth annual Green Computing Power (Artificial Intelligence) Conference was held on the picturesque Cilechuan Grassland in Hohhot, Inner Mongolia. Centered on the theme "Building Synergy between Computing and Electricity, Exploring New Horizons in Token Economy, and Creating the Future of Artificial Intelligence Together," the conference presented the latest research achievements, including the  Green Computing Power Development Research Report (2026), and showcased pilot initiatives such as "millisecond-level urban computing" applications. Prominent companies, including ByteDance and Cambricon, signed a series of significant agreements valued at tens of billions, focusing on green intelligent computing centers and token factories. 
             
       The Horinger New District Intelligent Manufacturing Industrial Park     
     
 Why has the national computing power industry turned its attention here? Part of the answer lies in this vast grassland. 
  Wind turbine blades turn steadily, each rotation generating 12 kilowatt-hours of green electricity. Instead of feeding into the public grid, this clean energy is transmitted via a dedicated 41-kilometer line directly to data centers located tens of kilometers away. 
  Inside the machine rooms of these centers, rows of GPU arrays operate around the clock, powered mainly by wind and solar energy. 
  Training large-scale AI models utilizing tens of thousands of GPUs can consume over 100 million kilowatt-hours annually. For instance, the Hohhot Intelligent Computing Center, operated by China Mobile, incurred electricity costs of approximately 290 million yuan in 2025, accounting for more than 70% of its total operating expenses. In the competition for computing power, electricity costs proved to be a decisive factor. China's strategic response includes the "East Data West Computing" project, which redirects the high computing demand from eastern regions to resource-rich western areas. The Horinger data center cluster in Hohhot is among the country's top ten clusters. 
  The city is endowed with a combination of nearly optimal conditions for the selection of data center locations. With an average annual temperature of only 7°C and over 200 days per year suitable for direct outdoor air cooling, the center achieves more than 20% savings in cooling costs. At an electricity price of about 0.36 yuan per kilowatt-hour, a large-scale GPU cluster can save around 50 million yuan annually on power expenses. Currently, Hohhot's total computing capacity reaches 150,000 P, with green electricity usage exceeding 80%. 
  However, the challenge lies in the "green" aspect itself. 
  Wind and solar power fluctuate with weather, while computing loads require an uninterrupted 24/7 power supply. 
  The local solution is an innovative "computing-electricity synergy" mechanism. China Huadian Corporation constructs a 360,000-kilowatt integrated wind-solar-storage power station, comprising 300,000 kilowatts of wind, 60,000 kilowatts of photovoltaic power, and energy storage capable of continuous four-hour regulation. A collaborative control platform collects data on wind output, solar irradiance, storage status, and computing load at millisecond intervals to dynamically allocate power: when green energy is abundant, storage systems charge and delay-tolerant computing tasks are prioritized; when green energy is limited, storage discharges, the public grid supplements power, and flexible tasks are deferred. This approach transforms power generation and consumption from a unidirectional supply model to a bidirectional interactive system. 
  On the consumption side, initiatives to minimize waste are also in progress. The Hohhot data center operated by China Mobile recovers waste heat from nearby power plants to provide cooling for machine rooms. The B02 machine hall has improved its Power Usage Effectiveness (PUE) from 1.315 to 1.209, resulting in annual electricity savings of 560,000 kilowatt-hours since commencing operations. Upon full operation of two machine halls, annual savings are projected to reach 10 million kilowatt-hours of electricity and 150,000 tons of water. 
             
       Operational teams are actively optimizing equipment deployment.     
     
 Today, 62 computing center projects have clustered here, including data centers of China's three major telecom operators, 16 financial institutions, and computing nodes from Huawei, ByteDance, Kuaishou, and others. Upstream, 45 manufacturing enterprises produce servers, cabinets, and sensors locally. According to the recently published three-year action plan, by 2028, Hohhot aims to establish 10 token factories capable of producing 20 trillion tokens daily. At that time, customers will procure not only cabinets and bandwidth but also directly accessible intelligent services customized to their requirements. 
  The prairie winds remain constant, as does the city's commitment to converting every kilowatt-hour of green electricity into stable and reliable computing power. 
  
  
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5G Capital Sets a New Benchmark:China Unicom Beijing and Huawei Power the 2nd World Humanoid Robot Games with 5G-A GigaUplink

BEIJING, CHINA–  Media OutReach Newswire – 24 August 2026 – The 2nd World Humanoid Robot Games opened yesterday at Beijing's National Speed Skating Oval, also known as the "Ice Ribbon." As another real-world validation of 5G Capital in robotics and embodied AI, China Unicom Beijing and Huawei have built an integrated digital foundation powered by a 5G-A GigaUplink network, supporting intelligent event operations, robot competition, and spectator experiences. The deployment also lays a connectivity foundation for humanoid robots to move beyond the arena and into everyday life. Across Beijing, 5G Capital's region-wide GigaUplink network is providing ubiquitous, secure, and reliable connectivity for a growing range of cultural tourism, embodied AI, and Mobile AI applications and events. 
             
       China Unicom Beijing and Huawei Power the 2nd World Humanoid Robot Games with 5G-A GigaUplink     
     
 This year's Games feature major upgrades in both scale and competition design. A total of  1,301 competitions across 51 events will see  2,056 humanoid robots from 666 teams worldwide take part. The number of events has nearly doubled from 26 in the inaugural Games to 51 this year, with new high-intensity head-to-head events such as table tennis and kickboxing. Scenario-based competitions have also expanded into real-world settings including industrial production, hotels, homes, and logistics, while dance events place greater emphasis on synchronized movement across multiple robots. More autonomous competition formats and significantly higher task complexity are placing stringent demands on networks for  high-capacity uplink, millisecond-level responsiveness, and high reliability, supporting real-time robot telemetry, precise control signaling, and multi-robot coordination. 
  To meet these requirements, China Unicom Beijing and Huawei deployed a  dedicated 100 MHz network, complemented by a  300 MHz LampSite ultra-wideband indoor network, to support real-time robot telemetry and precise signaling exchange. A  dedicated 5QI 7 slice combined with carrier isolation keeps end-to-end latency for humanoid robots within  30 milliseconds, supporting millisecond-level decision-making and response while helping ensure the precision of multi-robot coordination, obstacle avoidance, and fine-motion control. 
  By further integrating the dedicated network with  BeiDou RTK (Real-Time Kinematic) positioning, the solution delivers  decimeter- to sub-decimeter-level positioning accuracy, supporting autonomous navigation, agile obstacle avoidance, and precision racing in complex environments. On-site tests recorded a  peak uplink speed of 1 Gbps, with  average latency below 30 milliseconds. 
  While safeguarding mission-critical connectivity for the robots, China Unicom has also made the network experience of on-site spectators a priority. To address the high-density, heavy-traffic demands of large crowds, network resources and service assurance policies are dynamically adjusted according to different phases and areas of the event, including admission, waiting, competition, and departure. Core services such as instant messaging, ticket inquiries, QR-code admission, and mobile payments are prioritized for stable access, while the network also accommodates data-intensive services such as photo uploads, short-video sharing, and live streaming. This allows spectators to stay connected, interact seamlessly, and share highlights in real time even during peak traffic periods. 
  On the operations side, China Unicom has also developed  China's first embodied AI robot management platform designed for event scenarios. Through a unique network ID assigned to each robot, event staff can monitor its location within the venue, competition status, and operational metrics in real time, creating a closed-loop operations and management system. 
             
       China Unicom and Huawei Together Advancing the 5G Capital initiative     
     
 Yang Lifan, Deputy General Manager of China Unicom Beijing, said: "This network deployment is not only a real-world test of China Unicom's network capabilities; it will also help us accumulate valuable network assurance experience for the large-scale deployment of embodied AI. China Unicom will continue to build on the experience gained through the 5G Capital initiative and turn technological innovation into tangible and replicable network capabilities for the Mobile AI era. In doing so, we aim to support industrial innovation and help bring Chinese solutions to the world with China Unicom's expertise." 
  David Li, President of Huawei's Wireless TDD Product Line, said: "The 2nd World Humanoid Robot Games have provided a compelling real-world validation of the  5G-A 100 MHz GigaUplink network based on 3.5 GHz 2CC + 2.1 GHz SUL for embodied AI scenarios. Looking ahead, Huawei will continue to work with China Unicom Beijing to strengthen uplink capabilities and advance spectrum coordination, building multidimensional network capabilities with tiered and differentiated service assurance for multimodal device-to-cloud transmission. This will enable real-time interaction and precise control across a wide range of embodied AI scenarios. 
  "Networks are about more than speed. Low latency, high reliability, and ubiquitous coverage are equally important. Building on these capabilities, we will further advance the 5G Capital initiative, continue to expand the boundaries of network performance, and lay a solid foundation for the Mobile AI era, working with industry partners to enable an intelligent future." 
 Hashtag: #Huawei #WorldHumanoidRobotGames
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Travelodge Osaka Shinsaibashi Officially Opens, Marking a New Chapter for Travelodge Hotels Asia in Japan

New 302-room hotel opens in the heart of Osaka, with a grand celebration marking the official debut of Travelodge Hotels Asia's new mascot, Trevor.

OSAKA, JAPAN –  Media OutReach Newswire – 24 August 2026 – Travelodge Hotels Asia (TLA) celebrates the official opening of  Travelodge Osaka Shinsaibashi, which welcomed its first guests on  1 August 2026. The milestone was marked with a Grand Opening celebration on  6 August 2026, bringing together partners and guests to celebrate the latest addition to Travelodge Hotels Asia's growing portfolio in Japan. 
       
 Located in the heart of Osaka, the new  302-room hotel offers travelers a comfortable and convenient base from which to explore one of Japan's most vibrant cities. Situated just moments from Nagahoribashi Station and within walking distance of Shinsaibashi-Suji Shopping Street and the iconic Dotonbori district, the hotel places guests close to Osaka's renowned shopping, dining and entertainment experiences. 
  The Grand Opening celebration also marked another exciting milestone for Travelodge Hotels Asia with the  official introduction of Trevor, the brand's mascot. Friendly, smart and loyal, Trevor embodies the warm, welcoming and approachable spirit of Travelodge Hotels Asia. 
  "Japan continues to be a key market for Travelodge Hotels Asia, and the opening of Travelodge Osaka Shinsaibashi represents an exciting new chapter in our growth journey," said  Pinky Lam, Chief Operating Officer of Travelodge Hotels Asia. "We were honoured to celebrate this important milestone alongside our valued partners and guests, including Mr. Hiroshi Mizohata, Chairman and President of the Osaka Convention & Tourism Bureau. With its prime location in one of Osaka's most dynamic neighbourhoods, the hotel allows us to offer travellers even greater comfort, convenience and connection when exploring the city. We are also delighted to introduce Trevor as our new brand mascot, bringing a fun and welcoming personality that we hope will create even more memorable connections with our guests." 
  To celebrate the opening, Travelodge Osaka Shinsaibashi is inviting guests to  Stay Gold in Osaka for a chance to win exciting prizes, including a  Gold Bar. The special promotion adds an extra touch of excitement to a stay in Osaka and gives travelers another reason to discover the city's newest Travelodge hotel. 
  Guests can enjoy our Best Price Guarantee by booking directly through our official website,  www.travelodgehotels.asia. Travelers are also encouraged to join  Travelodge Cashback, our free membership program, to  earn up to 5% cashback after every stay, along with access to exclusive member benefits and special offers. 
  Members can also enjoy the  Hello, Autumn Sale, with  up to 45% OFF stays at participating Travelodge Hotels Asia properties. Available exclusively to members, the limited-time offer gives travelers even more reasons to plan ahead and enjoy greater value on their upcoming journeys. 
  The opening of Travelodge Osaka Shinsaibashi reflects Travelodge Hotels Asia's continued commitment to expanding its presence in key destinations while delivering its signature experience of  Comfort, Convenience and Connection. With its doors now officially open, the hotel welcomes travelers to experience the best of Osaka from the heart of the city — and perhaps even take home a little gold along the way. 
Hashtag: #TravelodgeHotelsAsia
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About Travelodge Hotels Asia
Travelodge Hotels Asia is a fast-growing hotel management and franchise company headquartered in Singapore, with operations across Japan, South Korea, Singapore, Hong Kong, Malaysia and Thailand. 
  With 19 hotels currently in operation and plans to expand to more than 50 properties by 2030, the company focuses on delivering value-driven stays in strategic locations. Backed by more than 80 years of global brand heritage, Travelodge offers its signature experience centered on  Comfort, Convenience and Connection.

From Vietnam to the U.S: East West Barbershop takes on the world’s most competitive market

HO CHI MINH CITY, VIETNAM -  Media OutReach Newswire - 24 August 2026 –  A Vietnamese men's grooming brand is preparing to enter the U.S. market with a business model that has been developed and scaled across Asia. The move will be an important test of East West Barbershop (Dong Tay Barbershop)'s ability to expand internationally, taking one of Asia's leading men's grooming chains into the world's most competitive barbershop market. 
             
       East West Barbershop (Dong Tay Barbershop) has established a presence in several overseas markets, including Thailand, China, Uzbekistan and Europe.     
     
 From a Vietnamese barbershop to an international network of more than 130 locations 
  In the global men's grooming industry, building an international brand requires barbershop chains to solve a fundamental challenge: How can they standardize services, train staff, maintain a consistent customer experience and scale their model without losing their identity? 
  This is the formula behind many of the world's leading names in the hair and grooming industry, including Great Clips, Supercuts, Sport Clips Haircuts, TONI&GUY, QB House and Jawed Habib Hair & Beauty. These brands have transformed a service industry traditionally dependent on individual craftsmanship into scalable business systems. 
  East West Barbershop (Dong Tay Barbershop) is pursuing a similar path. Founded in Vietnam in 2018, the company has grown into a network of more than 130 locations, with over 1,000 barbers, while gradually expanding into international markets. At this scale, East West operates in a different league from independent barbershops. 
  The value of a barbershop chain with hundreds of locations lies in its ability to deliver a consistent experience across the entire network. This is also why East West Barbershop (Dong Tay Barbershop) has been ranked among the Top 10 large-scale grooming brands in the world. 
  But as it prepares to enter the U.S. market, the key question is whether this model can be successfully transferred and operated in a completely different market. 
  Beyond the haircut: When a barbershop becomes an experience 
  East West Barbershop (Dong Tay Barbershop) seeks to differentiate itself by developing an "Experiential Barbershop" concept, combining grooming with relaxation and entertainment. 
  From the moment customers walk through the door, they are greeted by a space filled with greenery, along with relaxation areas featuring pool tables, chess, a piano, a bar and bookshelves. The chain, which caters exclusively to men and boys, also features car-themed barber chairs and dedicated play areas for its younger customers. 
             
       East West Barbershop (Dong Tay Barbershop) — The ultimate destination for men to relax and unwind     
     
 Its services extend well beyond a haircut, including hair washing, ear cleaning, massage, hair restoration treatments, perming, coloring, nail care, shoe cleaning and phone sanitization. 
  East West Barbershop (Dong Tay Barbershop) aims to change the way customers perceive a barbershop. Rather than simply purchasing a grooming service, customers can take time to relax, look after themselves or bring their children along to a space designed around the overall experience. 
  As consumers increasingly value the overall experience alongside service quality, this approach reflects the changing dynamics of the men's grooming market. 
  The United States: East West Barbershop's next major test 
  The United States is no random choice. It represents the next step in East West Barbershop (Dong Tay Barbershop)'s international strategy, building on a business model that has already been tested in Vietnam and several overseas markets. 
  
   Mr. Nguyen Hoai Thanh, Chairman of Dong Tay Barbershop Vietnam Joint Stock Company, said: "We chose the United States not because it is the easiest market to enter, but because it is one of the most demanding and competitive barbershop markets in the world. If a model built in Vietnam can succeed in the U.S., it would be the clearest testament to East West Barbershop's ability to take its brand and business model to the international stage."   
   
  The U.S. is home to many major barbershop and salon brands and is one of the world's most mature markets for franchising in the service sector. 
  Great Clips is a prime example. With thousands of salons across the United States and Canada, the brand demonstrates the scale a haircut business can achieve when its model is standardized and successfully replicated. 
  Supercuts, Sport Clips and many other chains have likewise spent years building strong brand recognition and extensive customer networks. 
  Against this backdrop, the Vietnamese brand must answer a fundamental question: Why would American consumers choose a brand from Vietnam over names they already know and recognize? 
  East West Barbershop (Dong Tay Barbershop)'s answer is not simply to compete on price. Its goal is to "export" a business model that combines customer experience, workforce training, operating standards and franchising. 
  This requires the company to turn its operational experience into a transferable system while addressing the many differences between Vietnam and the United States. 
  East West Barbershop (Dong Tay Barbershop) identifies barber training, skills standardization and the ability to adapt to a new environment as key foundations of this process. International expansion also creates opportunities for Vietnamese barbers to gain exposure to international working environments. 
  East West Barbershop (Dong Tay Barbershop) has also linked its development with social initiatives, including free vocational training for young people, mobile haircut programs offering free services, and contributions to charitable activities. These efforts contribute to a distinctive brand story: a service business seeking to develop its brand, its profession and its community at the same time. 
  After nearly a decade of establishment and development, East West Barbershop (Dong Tay Barbershop) is gradually proving that a business model built in Vietnam can be standardized, franchised, and compete on the same playing field as the major players in the global hair industry. 
  If successful in the U.S., East West Barbershop (Dong Tay Barbershop)'s story will go beyond being a Top 10 brand or a network of more than 130 locations. It will be the story of how a Vietnamese service business transformed capabilities built at home into a model capable of reaching the global stage. 
  
Hashtag: #EastWestBarbershop #Dongtaybarbershop

https://dongtaybarbershop.com
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East West Barbershop Vietnam Joint Stock Company

   Established: 2018   
   
   Country: Vietnam   
   
   Number of locations: 130+ across Vietnam, Thailand, China, Uzbekistan and Hungary   
   
   Head Office: 23rd Floor, Landmark 81, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam   
   
   Email:    dongtaybarbershop@gmail.com   
   
   Website: dongtaybarbershop.com   
   
   Hotline: +84 1900 4737   
   
   Mobile: +84 901 602 902

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Industrial Development Bureau of Hengqin Officially Joins ICCA, Exploring Global Resource Channels for the Macao-Hengqin MICE Industry

HENGQIN, CHINA –  Media OutReach Newswire – 21 August 2026 – Recently, the Macao-Hengqin MICE Enterprises & ICCA Bay Area Members Seminar 2026 was held at Tianmu Qintai in Hengqin. With the theme "Global Bidding and Breakthrough Strategies for Emerging Destinations," the event was hosted by the MICE Industry Association of the Guangdong-Macao In-Depth Cooperation Zone in Hengqin and brought together more than 100 industry representatives. 
     
        
  
 During the event, Mr. Lin Yanjie, Head of the Culture, Tourism, Exhibition, and Trade Division, and Dr. Sherry Tan, Associate Professor at the Macao University of Tourism, shared their insights into the development opportunities brought about by this milestone. 
  It is noted that Macao-Hengqin MICE cooperation has entered a stage of regularized and sustainable development, supported by an increasingly well-established framework spanning policy, operational models, and talent development. 
  The revised  Measures for Supporting the Development of the MICE Industry in the Guangdong-Macao In-Depth Cooperation Zone in Hengqin, issued in January 2026, provide subsidies of RMB 800 per participant for international conferences included in ICCA statistics, with a maximum subsidy of RMB 1 million per event, together with additional special incentives. Enterprises obtaining ICCA accreditation for the first time will also receive a one-off reward of RMB 200,000, further strengthening support for the growth of MICE market players. 
  At the same time, the collaborative model between Macao and Hengqin continues to evolve, while efforts to develop a strong talent pipeline are advancing in parallel. 
  Over the next two years, Hengqin plans to attract more than ten international conferences eligible for inclusion in ICCA statistics. Applications for 2027 conferences in key fields such as artificial intelligence and materials science have already entered the bidding process. These initiatives will further enhance Macao-Hengqin's international visibility and influence, while strengthening its voice in the global MICE industry. 
 
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