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The world’s greatest player makes his Hong Kong debut alongside American star Fabiano Caruana, Mongolia’s 34th Prime Minister H.E. Mr Zandanshatar Gombojav, WR Chess founder Wadim Rosenstein, and special guest World Championship Challenger Javokhir Sindarov, opening the first East Asian edition of the FIDE World Team Rapid & Blitz Chess Championships and turning Hong Kong into the global capital of chess this week.

HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 16 June 2026 – The greatest chess player of all time has touched down in Hong Kong. Magnus Carlsen, the Norwegian grandmaster and undisputed World No. 1, today made his first official appearance in the city, headlining a star-studded press conference at Rosewood Hong Kong, Gallery 304, just 24 hours before the opening move of the FIDE World Team Rapid & Blitz Chess Championships 2026 — the first time in history this prestigious global event is being staged in East Asia.

Carlsen took the stage alongside the sport’s most magnetic names — American grandmaster and former World Championship challenger Fabiano Caruana; Uzbek prodigy Javokhir Sindarov, the official Challenger in the upcoming World Championship match; and H.E. Mr Zandanshatar Gombojav, the 34th Prime Minister of Mongolia — all teammates on WR Chess, the German-founded super-team competing this week at Queen Elizabeth Stadium.

It is a line-up the chess world has never seen sit shoulder to shoulder on one stage. And it is happening in Hong Kong.

From 17–21 June at Queen Elizabeth Stadium in Wan Chai, the FIDE World Team Rapid & Blitz Chess Championships 2026 bring together over 300 elite players from more than 50 countries, all chasing a share of a €500,000 prize fund — and the title of the strongest team on the planet across the sport’s two most thrilling formats.

It is the first time the championship has ever been held in East Asia, an inflection point that places Hong Kong squarely at the centre of the global chess calendar and underscores the city’s standing as Asia’s premier host of world-class sporting and intellectual spectacle.

A Founder Who Plays His Own Game
The afternoon’s quietly extraordinary character was Wadim Rosenstein, the 35-year-old German entrepreneur behind WR Chess and Chairman of WR Group Holding, one of the fastest-rising private holding groups in the world. Having committed millions of euros of his personal wealth to elevating chess globally, Rosenstein is doing something almost unheard of at this level: he is playing himself, taking the U2000 board for WR Chess this week alongside Carlsen, Caruana, Sindarov, and H.E. Mr Zandanshatar Gombojav.

It is the kind of move that captures the spirit of WR Chess in a single gesture — world champions and a dedicated enthusiast, all in the same uniform, all under the same banner.

Headlines from the Press Conference

• A historic first — Hong Kong becomes the first East Asian city ever to host the FIDE World Team Rapid & Blitz Chess Championships
• A first visit — Magnus Carlsen makes his official Hong Kong debut
• A homecoming — Ella Carlsen returns to the city of her birth
• Four giants, one stage — Carlsen, Caruana, Sindarov, and H.E. Mr Zandanshatar address the world’s media side by side
• A head of state at the board — Mongolia’s 34th Prime Minister, H.E. Mr Zandanshatar Gombojav, competes alongside the world’s elite
• A founder who plays — Wadim Rosenstein takes the U2000 seat for his own team

The WR Chess Roster — Ten Names, One Banner
WR Chess arrives in Hong Kong with a line-up few teams in the history of the sport could rival — current and former World Champions, World Championship challengers, a serving statesman, and the founder himself at the amateur board.

Magnus Carlsen (Norway) — World No. 1 and the most dominant chess player in modern history. Five-time World Champion, multi-time World Rapid and World Blitz Champion, and the highest-rated player to ever sit at a board.

Fabiano Caruana (USA) — The man who pushed Carlsen to twelve straight draws in the 2018 World Championship final and remains a permanent fixture at the very top of the world rankings. The strongest American grandmaster of his generation.

Wesley So (USA) — Fischer Random World Champion and three-time U.S. Champion, celebrated for a positional clarity few in the world can match. One of the most respected technical players on tour.

Maxime Vachier-Lagrave (France) — Former World Blitz Champion and one of the most feared attacking minds in elite chess. France’s standard-bearer at the top board for more than a decade.

Jan-Krzysztof Duda (Poland) — Chess World Cup winner and the player who famously ended Magnus Carlsen’s record-breaking 125-game unbeaten streak in classical chess. Poland’s first true superstar of the modern era.

Alexandra Kosteniuk (Switzerland) — Former Women’s World Champion and one of the most recognisable ambassadors the game has ever produced. A grandmaster whose career has spanned three decades at the top.

Alexandra Goryachkina (Russia) — Women’s World Championship challenger and one of the most consistent forces in elite women’s chess. A grandmaster known for an iron will and ferocious end-game technique.

H.E. Mr Zandanshatar Gombojav (Mongolia) — The 34th Prime Minister of Mongolia and a passionate competitive player, bringing the gravitas of statecraft to the board and underscoring chess’s reach into the highest corridors of public life.

Wadim Rosenstein (Germany) — Team founder, Chairman of WR Group Holding, and one of the most committed private patrons in modern chess. This week, he occupies the U2000 board himself — the rarest sight in elite team chess.

Jan Gustafsson (Germany) — Team Captain. Grandmaster, longtime second to Magnus Carlsen in multiple World Championship matches, and one of the most respected strategic minds and broadcasters in the game.

Play begins tomorrow, 17 June, at Queen Elizabeth Stadium, Wan Chai, with the world’s strongest clubs and federations clashing across rapid and blitz formats through 21 June. WR Chess will field its full line-up from Round 1.

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WR Chess

WR Chess is the elite club team founded by German entrepreneur Wadim Rosenstein under the WR Group Holding umbrella. Built to showcase the best minds in modern chess, the team unites reigning world-class grandmasters, rising prodigies, and global public figures under one banner — and competes at the world’s premier rapid and blitz events.

FIDE World Team Rapid & Blitz Chess Championships 2026

Sanctioned by the International Chess Federation (FIDE), the World Team Rapid & Blitz Championships gather the strongest chess clubs and federations on the planet for two of the sport’s most electrifying formats. The 2026 edition, held in Hong Kong from 17–21 June at Queen Elizabeth Stadium, features over 300 players from 50+ countries competing for a €500,000 prize fund.

The collaboration marks a significant milestone in establishing Malaysia’s first industry standards and localised ecosystem for 3D printed construction.

KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 15 June 2026 – Setting a bold new benchmark for Malaysia’s construction industry, V3D Asia and its commercial arm, Nuvah Sdn Bhd, have announced a strategic collaboration with SIRIM Academy Sdn Bhd to develop Malaysia’s first industry standards for 3D Construction Printing (3DCP). The initiative represents a major step towards accelerating the safe, structured, and scalable adoption of automated construction technologies nationwide.

Operating under the philosophy of “Designed in Japan, Built in Malaysia”, V3D Asia is actively driving the localisation of 3D printing construction technology through its Southeast Asian headquarters in Kuala Lumpur. Together with Nuvah, the group aims to build a robust, home-grown construction ecosystem that reduces reliance on imported systems while positioning Malaysia as a future-ready hub for construction innovation.

“This collaboration marks an important milestone not only for V3D Group, but for the future of Malaysia’s construction industry as a whole. Establishing clear industry standards is essential in accelerating the adoption of 3D printed construction technologies safely, responsibly, and at scale. When clear and credible standards exist, the entire construction ecosystem benefits – developers can build with greater confidence, regulators have a clear basis for approval, and buyers can trust what they are purchasing,” said Mr. Kazuhiro Ono, Chairman of V3D Group.

The collaboration will bring together key stakeholders from Malaysia’s construction and regulatory ecosystem, reflecting growing momentum behind the responsible adoption of next-generation construction technologies across the country.

As the primary industry partner on the drafting committee, V3D Asia and Nuvah will contribute material science expertise, engineering knowledge, and real-world implementation insights to help shape the standards framework – supporting Malaysia’s broader efforts to modernise and future-proof its construction sector.

The initiative arrives at a pivotal moment. Malaysia’s construction industry continues to grapple with longstanding challenges – labour dependency, material wastage, rising costs, and lengthy project timelines. A recognised framework for 3D concrete printing is expected to accelerate safer industry adoption, improve construction efficiency, reduce waste, and support Malaysia’s push towards more sustainable and future-ready urban development.

“The development of industry standards is a critical step in supporting the safe and structured adoption of emerging construction technologies in Malaysia. Through this collaboration with V3D Asia and Nuvah, SIRIM Academy brings its expertise in industry standard development, training and certification to support the establishment of a credible and practical framework for 3D Construction Printing. We believe this initiative will strengthen industry confidence, encourage innovation and provide a clear pathway for conformity assessment and certification within the construction sector” said Dr. Mohd Bakri bin Jali, Covering CEO, SIRIM Academy Sdn. Bhd.”

Unlike conventional construction technology providers, V3D Asia and Nuvah operate as an integrated, end-to-end ecosystem. V3D Asia serves as the dedicated construction technology arm specialising in 3D printing construction engineering and local manufacturing capabilities, while Nuvah functions as the real estate and commercial development arm focused on delivering next-generation residential and commercial projects. Together, both entities form a localised supply chain designed to support the long-term growth of 3D printed construction in Malaysia.

Beyond driving industry standards, Nuvah is also preparing to introduce Malaysia’s first 3D printed luxury bungalow development, slated for launch in Q4 this year. Located within the prestigious Country Heights Damansara enclave, the ultra-luxury hillside project is currently accepting Expressions of Interest (EOI).

The development will introduce a “Quiet Luxury” architectural concept that embraces organic, cascading forms inspired by nature. Leveraging the design flexibility of 3D printing construction technology, the project replaces traditional sharp-edged structures with fluid, curved monoliths designed to blend seamlessly with the surrounding topography – offering a glimpse into the future of high-end sustainable living.

Looking ahead, the collaboration is expected to play a key role in driving the wider adoption of 3D concrete printing in Malaysia – bolstering industry confidence in next-generation construction methods and accelerating the country’s transition towards more advanced and sustainable building practices.

For more information on Nuvah and its upcoming developments, please visit:
Website: www.nuvah.com.my

Hashtag: #V3DAsia #Nuvah

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About V3D Asia Ltd / Nuvah Sdn Bhd

About SIRIM Academy Sdn Bhd

SIRIM Academy is a subsidiary of SIRIM Berhad, Malaysia’s national institution for quality, technology and industrial research. As a trusted partner for innovation, SIRIM has been at the centre of Malaysia’s industrial development for over five decades. Wholly owned by the Minister of Finance Incorporated and operating under the Ministry of Investment, Trade and Industry (MITI), SIRIM is an enabler of Malaysia’s industrial transformation, advancing the aspirations of Ekonomi MADANI and the objectives of the National Industrial Masterplan (NIMP) 2030.

SIRIM Academy Sdn Bhd was established to support industry standard development and capacity building, SIRIM Academy focuses on strengthening organisational capabilities through standards-related training, professional development programmes and consultancy services. Leveraging SIRIM Berhad’s extensive expertise in technology, quality, testing, inspection and certification, SIRIM Academy provides training on ISO and industry best practices, as well as advisory and consultancy services to help organisations enhance operational excellence, regulatory compliance and business competitiveness. Through its industry-focused learning and development initiatives, SIRIM Academy continues to support businesses and professionals in adapting to evolving industry requirements and global market expectations.

ONTARIO, CA – Media OutReach Newswire – 15 June 2026 – As the summer heat rolls in, modern parents face the dual challenge of efficient parenting and maintaining personal well-being. To address this, Garvee has its offer, blending sleek aesthetics with everyday practicality to help urban families unlock a lifestyle of effortless elegance.

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About Garvee

GARVEE is a lifestyle brand dedicated to enhancing everyday life through a diverse catalog of home, garden, and outdoor products. We are committed to providing durable, affordable, and family-friendly solutions that turn every corner of your home into a space where you can truly relax and thrive, making every day feel just a little more effortless.

香港 – Media OutReach Newswire – 2026年6月15日 – 香港理工大学（理大）一直致力推动知识转移，鼓励学生发挥创新创业精神，运用专业知识回应社会所需、贡献国家发展。作为本港唯一一所承办「第十六届全国大学生电子商务『创新、创意及创业』挑战赛」（三创赛）首届香港特别行政区选拔赛的大学，理大于6月12日举行赛事颁奖典礼，12支精英队伍共夺得12个奖项，并有望晋身全国总决赛。

三创赛首届香港特别行政区选拔赛旨在鼓励本地大专生突破院校、地域、文化与学科界限，汇聚创新意念、激发创业潜能，进一步促进香港创科生态蓬勃发展，而表现优秀的参加队伍亦可获得晋级全国总决赛的机会，扩阔视野。

理大协理副校长（知识转移）董澄教授致辞时表示：「理大十分荣幸成为『三创赛』首届香港赛事的唯一承办机构。我们一直致力促进科研成果落地转化、造福社会，而这项全国性赛事正好为青年提供平台，激发他们的创新创业潜能，让优秀人才汇聚一堂，以新思维互学互鉴，服务社会、贡献国家发展。」董教授续指，理大已在中国内地多个城市建立了15所技术创新研究院及研究中心。他鼓励获奖团队善用理大庞大的创科网络、孵化支援及市场资源，积极融入国家发展大局，开拓内地市场，将创新成果转化为推动社会发展的实际力量。

来自西安交通大学的三创赛竞赛组织委员会（竞组委）主席李琪教授一直大力支持理大承办香港赛事，并高度肯定理大的努力。他于致辞时表示：「今年全国共有34个省、市、自治区和特别行政区参赛，其中香港特别行政区首次组团参加。我们特别感谢理大的领导、教师和同学们的大力支持和协助，为香港出力、为祖国添彩；为三创优秀人才的培养提供优良环境；为三创事业搭建海内外桥梁。我们热烈欢迎香港优秀团队参加全国总决赛，再创佳绩。」

国家级三创赛去年正式落户香港，赛事自启动以来吸引众多跨地域、跨院校、跨学科团队参与校级赛。参赛团队成员来自港澳、中国内地及海外合共32所高校，除香港主要大学外，亦包括广东工业大学、中山大学、深圳大学、澳门城市大学及加拿大多伦多大学等知名学府。最终，来自常规、国际及实战赛道的29支优秀队伍晋级香港区赛事，在由学界、业界与投资界专家组成的评审团面前，竞逐一等奖、二等奖及最佳创业奖等多个奖项。三创赛竞组委将于本月完成所有省级赛事后，公布晋级全国总决赛的队伍名单。

第十六届三创赛香港特别行政区选拔赛得奖名单如下（同级奖项按团队名称笔划排序）：

赛道	奖项	得奖队伍	所属院校	合作院校	得奖项目
常规赛	一等奖	安颜科技	香港都会大学	香港理工大学	安颜科技：AI赋能的数字化遗容修复与心理疗愈服务平台
		保鲜博士	香港理工大学	不适用	电子跨境仓储全链路防潮防霉管理与优化
		港创知行	香港理工大学	不适用	星心点灯 — 谱系孤独症儿童沙盘疗愈服务
		睿视猫	香港理工大学	香港科技大学、暨南大学、南方科技大学、淮安大学	Aiofeye（一种基于人工智能的眼部体检专家）
	二等奖	PolyNova	香港理工大学	不适用	灵猫有礼—基于AIGC的非遗文旅数字文创电商平台
		「游」刃有余 — 一站式旅行平台	香港中文大学	韩山师范学院、中山大学	GlobeTrail「游刃有余」— 一站式自由旅行服务平台
		智在ING	香港理工大学	北师香港浸会大学、澳门城市大学	知了老师—大规模个性化学习AI解决方案
		云帆智算	香港理工大学	不适用	启手·香港AI手语翻译公共服务平台
		瑞缦德智能药盒团队	香港理工大学	上海立信会计金融学院、华东理工大学	自动控量联网智能药盒—开启老年人个性化精准用药新时代
		赛博扁鹊	香港理工大学	不适用	「智药链」— 面向跨境医药电商的AI数字化处方审计与合规平台
国际赛	二等奖	giveme_5	香港理工大学	多伦多大学、 香港科技大学、岭南大学	「SilverLink」 智能养老解决方案平台
实战赛	最佳创业奖	梨想四健客	香港理工大学	不适用	Akkmore高效益生元健康食品

三创赛于2009年成立，旨在培养大专生的创新意识、创意思维、创业能力及团队协作实战精神，为国家教育部认可的全国性创业比赛，是国内规模最大、影响力最广的大学生电子商务领域创新创业比赛之一。历届赛事吸引无数有志创业的高校学生参与，今届比赛共录得逾28万支、来自全国近1,500所高校报名参赛。今届除首次增设香港特别行政区选拔赛外，亦新增国际赛道，以加强国际合作，促进区域经济发展和文化学术交流，并推动电子商务在国际间均衡发展。更多详情，请浏览赛事网页。

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HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 15 June 2026 – The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU) is committed to advancing knowledge transfer, encouraging students to embrace a spirit of innovation and entrepreneurship, address social challenges with professional knowledge and contribute to National development. As the sole organising university of the inaugural Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) Contest of the 16th National E-commerce “Innovation, Creativity and Entrepreneurship” Competition for College Students (3Chuang Competition), PolyU hosted the HKSAR Contest cum Award Presentation Ceremony on 12 June. A total of 12 elite teams garnered 12 awards in the Contest, earning the opportunity to advance to the National Finals.

The inaugural HKSAR Contest of the 3Chuang Competition aims to encourage local tertiary students to break barriers across institutions, regions, cultures and disciplines. It brings together innovative ideas and unlocks entrepreneurial potential, further fostering the development of Hong Kong’s innovation and technology ecosystem. Outstanding teams will have the chance to advance to the National Finals and expand their horizons.

In his speech, Prof. DONG Cheng, Associate Vice President (Knowledge Transfer) of PolyU, remarked, “PolyU is honoured to be the sole organiser of the inaugural HKSAR Contest of the 3Chuang Competition. We are committed to driving the translation of research outcomes into impact for societal benefits. The National competition provides a platform for young people to unlock their potential in innovation and entrepreneurship, bringing together remarkable talents, who can learn from each other with a creative mindset, serve society and contribute to National development.” Prof. Dong added that PolyU had set up 15 translational research institutes and centres across the Chinese Mainland. He encouraged the winning teams to leverage PolyU’s extensive innovation network, incubation support and market resources, thereby better integrating into the overall National development, tapping into Chinese Mainland markets, and converting innovation outcomes into tangible momentum for social advancement.

Prof. LI Qi, Chairman of the Competition Organizing Committee (COC) of the 3Chuang Competition from Xi’an Jiaotong University, has vigorously supported PolyU in hosting the HKSAR Contest and fully recognised its efforts. He remarked in his speech, “A total of 34 provinces, municipalities, autonomous regions and Special Administrative Regions across the Nation have taken part in this year’s Competition, which also marks the HKSAR’s debut participation. We especially appreciate the tremendous support and assistance from PolyU’s senior management, faculty and students. They have contributed to the HKSAR and brought glory to the Nation, laying a fertile ground for nurturing ‘3Chuang’ talents while connecting domestic and overseas stakeholders for the development of ‘3Chuang’. We warmly welcome outstanding teams from Hong Kong to the National Finals, to achieve even greater results.”

The National 3Chuang Competition landed in Hong Kong last year. Since its kick-off, it has attracted numerous cross-region, cross-institution and cross-discipline teams to participate in the university-level round of competition. Team members come from 32 higher education institutions across Hong Kong, Macao, the Chinese Mainland and overseas. In addition to major universities in Hong Kong, prestigious names such as Guangdong University of Technology, Sun Yat-sen University, Shenzhen University, the City University of Macau and the University of Toronto in Canada also feature. Eventually, 29 outstanding teams from the Regular, International and Practical Tracks entered the HKSAR Contest, where they competed before a jury comprising experts from academia, industry and investment sectors for accolades including the First Prize, Second Prize and Best Entrepreneurship Award. The COC of the 3Chuang Competition will announce the list of teams who qualified for the National Finals after all provincial-level contests conclude later this month.

The winners of the HKSAR Contest of the 16th 3Chuang Competitionare as follows (the order of the teams winning the same award is arranged according to their names in Chinese):

Track	Award	Winning Team	Applying College	Collaborating College(s)	Winning Project
Regular Track	First Prize	OnAn Technology	Hong Kong Metropolitan University	The Hong Kong Polytechnic University	AI and 3D Printing-Based Posthumous Facial Restoration Platform
		Dr.Fresh	The Hong Kong Polytechnic University	N.A.	Space Mold Prevention Expert: Full-Chain Moisture & Mold Control Management and Optimization for Warehousing
		HK Knowledge-in-Action Innovation Team	The Hong Kong Polytechnic University	N.A.	Smart Sandplay Therapy System for Children with Autism
		AIOFEYE	The Hong Kong Polytechnic University	The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology, Jinan University, Southern University of Science and Technology, Huai’an University	AI-Powered Retinal Imaging Screening for Community Eye Health Management: Building a Closed-Loop Service of Screening, Risk Stratification, Referral, and Follow-up
	Second Prize	PolyNova	The Hong Kong Polytechnic University	N.A.	Lingmao Youli — An AIGC-Powered Digital Cultural and Creative E-Commerce Platform for Intangible Cultural Heritage Tourism
		MasterTrip	The Chinese University of Hong Kong	Hanshan Normal University, Sun Yat-sen University	GlobeTrail
		ZhiZai ING Team	The Hong Kong Polytechnic University	Beijing Normal-Hong Kong Baptist University, City University of Macau	Cicada Agent – Personalized Autonomous Learning AI Platform
		Yunfan Intelligent Computing	The Hong Kong Polytechnic University	N.A.	QiShou: Hong Kong AI Sign Language Translation Public Service Platform
		Reminder Smart Pillbox Team	The Hong Kong Polytechnic University	Shanghai Lixin University of Accounting and Finance, East China University of Science and Technology	Automated, Dose-Controlled, Networked Smart Pillbox — Ushering in a New Era of Personalised and Precise Medication for the Elderly
		Cyber Bian Que	The Hong Kong Polytechnic University	N.A.	Smart Medchain: AI-Powered Cross-border prescription review service
International Track	Second Prize	giveme_5	The Hong Kong Polytechnic University	University of Toronto, The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology, Lingnan University	“SilverLink” Smart Elderly Care Solution Platform
Practical Track	Best Entrepreneurship Award	The Pear Ideals Four	The Hong Kong Polytechnic University	N.A.	AkkMore Prebiotic: Healthy, Tasty, Low-Carbon and Digital Storytelling

Founded in 2009, the 3Chuang Competition is a National entrepreneurship competition endorsed by the Ministry of Education of the People’s Republic of China. With the aim of fostering among tertiary students an innovative mindset, creative thinking, entrepreneurial capabilities and team collaboration in practical scenarios, it is one of the largest and most influential innovation and entrepreneurship competitions focused on e-commerce for tertiary students in the Nation. The Competition has attracted numerous aspiring student entrepreneurs over the years, and this year alone saw over 280,000 teams from nearly 1,500 universities nationwide sign up. In addition to launching the HKSAR Contest for the first time, an International Track has been introduced to deepen international cooperation, boost regional economic development, facilitate cultural and academic exchanges, and promote balanced development of e-commerce worldwide. For more information, please visit the official website.

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HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 15 June 2026 – FastMed today announced the launch of online consultation support for hair loss concerns, providing a private and structured pathway for medical assessment of increased shedding, a receding hairline, thinning at the crown and reduced hair volume. The service covers online information submission, doctor assessment, review of possible hair loss causes, evidence-informed ingredient information and follow-up arrangements where appropriate.

Structured Online Assessment for Hair Loss Concerns

Hair loss has become an earlier concern among urban adults. Many cases are first managed through over-the-counter shampoos, hair growth serums, supplements or products promoted online. Hair loss, however, may be associated with a range of factors, including genetics, hormonal changes, stress, lack of sleep, nutritional status, scalp conditions, underlying illnesses and medication-related effects.

FastMed’s online consultation workflow supports the submission of relevant health information before medical assessment. Information reviewed may include duration of shedding, location of hair thinning, family history of hair loss, recent health status, lifestyle factors and products previously used. The process is designed to support assessment of whether hair loss may be related to temporary shedding, scalp-related concerns, or genetic and hormonal factors.

Genetic and Hormonal Factors Included in Assessment

Male-pattern hair loss, also known as androgenetic alopecia, and female-pattern hair loss are commonly associated with genetic and hormonal factors. These conditions may appear before middle age. Early signs may include a gradually receding frontal hairline, thinning at the crown, finer hair strands or widening of the hair parting. Because these changes often develop gradually, early signs may be mistaken for stress, insufficient rest or unsuitable haircare products.

Dr. Leung Kin Hei, medical adviser to FastMed, said: “Hair loss can involve a range of underlying causes. General haircare products may help cleanse the scalp or improve hair appearance, but hair loss associated with genetic or hormonal factors requires a clearer understanding of hair loss type and possible causes. A structured assessment process can support more appropriate follow-up decisions.”

Evidence-Informed Ingredient Information

FastMed’s online consultation support may also provide medical information on commonly discussed ingredients for hair loss, based on assessment findings. For androgenetic alopecia, ingredients commonly referenced in medical literature and supported by regulatory approval include finasteride and topical minoxidil. Finasteride is the active ingredient in prescription medicines such as Propecia and Damocare, while topical minoxidil is commonly found in external hair growth products such as Regro and Regaine.

Suitability, method of use and potential risks vary across ingredients. Prescription medicines in particular should only be considered following medical assessment. FastMed’s service is designed to support appropriate information provision and assessment-based follow-up, rather than product selection based solely on advertising, online reviews or brand claims.

Online Process Supports Privacy and Convenience

Hair loss is common, but concerns about appearance, confidence and privacy may delay medical support. FastMed’s online process allows information to be submitted through a digital pathway before doctor assessment. Where appropriate following assessment, the platform may arrange relevant support, medication advice, delivery or follow-up.

Dr. Leung added: “Hair loss concerns may affect confidence, social interaction and emotional well-being. Medical support is not intended to create anxiety. A structured assessment process can help clarify possible causes, reduce reliance on unverified online information and support more informed follow-up decisions.”

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About FastMed HK

FastMed is a medical platform providing online doctor consultations and delivery support. The platform supports access to appropriate medical information and follow-up arrangements in a private, convenient and compliant manner, with assessments conducted according to individual circumstances.

協助市民了解脫髮成因及合適跟進方向

香港 – Media OutReach Newswire – 2026年6月15日 – 醫家有藥宣布推出脫髮線上醫生諮詢支援，為關注掉髮、髮線後移、頭頂稀疏或髮量下降的人士，提供私密、便捷及具結構的醫療評估流程。服務涵蓋線上資料提交、醫生評估、脫髮成因分析、相關成分資訊，以及在合適情況下安排後續支援、藥物建議、配送或跟進。

強化線上評估流程，支援不同脫髮情況

脫髮問題近年愈來愈早受到都市人關注。部分人士在出現掉髮增加或髮量變薄時，會先自行選用防脫髮洗頭水、生髮精華、補充品或網上推介產品。不過，脫髮成因並不單一，可能與遺傳、荷爾蒙變化、壓力、睡眠不足、營養狀況、頭皮問題、疾病或藥物影響等因素有關。

醫家有藥的線上諮詢流程旨在協助有需要人士先整理相關健康資料，包括掉髮持續時間、脫髮位置、家族脫髮史、近期身體狀況、生活習慣及曾使用的產品等，再由醫生按個別情況作出評估。相關流程有助初步分辨脫髮可能屬於短暫性掉髮、頭皮相關問題，或與遺傳及荷爾蒙因素有關。

遺傳及荷爾蒙因素納入評估考量

男性型脫髮及女性型脫髮較常與遺傳及荷爾蒙因素相關，並不一定只在中年後才出現。常見表現包括前額髮線逐步後移、頭頂髮量變薄、頭髮變幼，或女性頭頂分界位置逐漸變闊。由於這些變化通常並非短時間內發生，早期情況有機會被誤以為只是壓力、休息不足或洗頭水不適合。

醫家有藥醫療顧問梁建希醫生表示：「脫髮成因可以相當複雜。一般護理產品可有助清潔頭皮或改善頭髮外觀，但若脫髮與遺傳或荷爾蒙因素有關，便需要先了解脫髮類型及潛在成因。結構化評估可協助釐清問題方向，讓後續跟進更具針對性。」

提供具醫學證據背景的成分資訊

醫家有藥的脫髮線上醫生諮詢支援，亦可按評估結果提供與常見脫髮成分相關的醫療資訊。以雄激素性脫髮為例，現時較常被醫學文獻提及、並具監管批准背景的相關成分包括 finasteride（非那雄胺）及 topical minoxidil（外用米諾地爾）。前者常見於 Propecia 保康絲、 Damocare 韓保等處方藥物，後者則常見於 Regro 密絲高、Rogaine 倍健等外用產品。

不同成分的適用人士、使用方式及潛在風險並不相同。處方藥物尤其應先經醫生評估，再按個別情況考慮是否適合使用。醫家有藥表示，平台服務重點在於提供合適醫療資訊及評估支援，而非單純根據廣告、網上評價或品牌宣傳選擇產品。

私密線上流程，降低求助門檻

脫髮雖然常見，但對不少人而言仍然較難開口。外觀、自信及私隱考慮，均可能令相關人士延遲尋求醫療意見。醫家有藥的線上流程讓有需要人士可先透過網上提交資料，再由醫生作出評估；如經評估後合適，平台可安排相關支援、藥物建議、配送或後續跟進。

梁建希醫生補充：「脫髮問題不只涉及外觀，也可能影響自信、社交及情緒。醫療支援的目的不是製造焦慮，而是協助有需要人士了解身體訊號，減少單靠網上資訊或廣告自行判斷的情況。」

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關於醫家有藥

醫家有藥是一個提供線上醫生諮詢及配送支援的醫療平台，致力以私密、便捷及合規的方式，協助市民獲得合適的醫療資訊及跟進安排。平台服務涵蓋多個日常健康範疇，並重視由醫護專業人員按個別情況作出評估。

• With €5.8 billion in annual business volume, more than 12,000 employees and operations in over 190 countries, Redion is the world’s #1 in employee benefits and #2 in assistance and travel insurance
• In Asia, where we have presence in Japan, Hong Kong, Malaysia, Singapore, and Thailand, Redion is bringing clarity and consistency across the travel protection solutions, supported by its global scale and 24/7 traveler support

HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 15 June 2026 – On Monday 15 June, Generali Group revealed Redion: a new brand for its global Care platform, which brings together the activities of Europ Assistance and Generali Employee Benefits (GEB) under a single identity and offering. Having operated as an integrated entity within Generali Care for nearly three years, Redion is the brand Generali Care deserves — one that honours the extraordinary work already accomplished and makes visible, to the world, what clients and partners have experienced for years. Antoine Parisi, current CEO of Generali CARE Hub, will lead Redion as group CEO.

With more than 12,000 employees, operations in over 190 countries and €5.8 billion in annual business volume (FY 2025), Redion is the world’s #1 in employee benefits — following the acquisition of Swiss Life Network earlier in 2026 — and the world’s #2 in assistance and travel insurance. The platform serves multinational corporations, global travel companies, financial institutions and their end-customers, delivering services spanning travel insurance, emergency and medical assistance, employee protection (life, disability, accident, medical), health and mobility solutions — as well as global B2B2C programmes and embedded insurance for financial institutions, travel platforms and multinational employers.

Giulio Terzariol, Group Deputy CEO of Generali, said: “Redion is the expression of what Generali Care has already become: a global, integrated platform, purpose-built to deliver comprehensive Care across every dimension of people’s lives. Fully aligned with our “Lifetime Partner 27: Driving Excellence” strategy and our ambition to lead in protection, health and accident, Redion embodies a simple, immediate and consistent standard of Care, bringing together complementary capabilities in prevention, insurance and assistance in one seamless, global proposition.”

Jean-Laurent Granier, CEO of Generali France & Global Business Activities and Chairman of Redion, said: “I sit in three seats at this table — as Chairman of Redion, as a network partner through GEB, and as a client on the assistance side. From all three, my reading is the same: for some time now, the reality of this organisation has been well ahead of the brand carrying it. The quality, the global reach, the genuine depth of expertise — that is already real, already experienced by our partners and clients every day. Today we simply give it the brand it deserves.”

A brand that reflects a platform already at full scale

Redion is built on the complementary depth of two industry leaders. Europ Assistance, the creator of the global assistance industry now over 60 years ago, has expanded its expertise over time into travel insurance, roadside assistance and personal services. GEB, established in 1966, is the global platform dedicated to the human capital of multinational corporations and, following the acquisition of Swiss Life Network earlier in 2026, the undisputed worldwide leader in employee benefits. Under Redion, these two bodies of expertise are fully unified: one data strategy, pooled AI investment and a single elevated standard across technology and operations — available to every client and partner, across every market.

For existing clients and partners, there is complete continuity. Contracts, service teams, phone numbers and SLAs remain unchanged. The brand is new; the commitment is the same one that has been in place for decades.

Antoine Parisi, Global CEO of Redion, said: “Redion reflects the determination of our teams to deliver an enhanced, integrated and technology-enabled proposition for clients and partners worldwide. One brand means one data strategy, pooled AI investment and a single, elevated standard across our technology platform. The Redion name carries no geographic or sectoral ceiling. But what I want people to understand is that behind the technology stands a network of tens of thousands of doctors, nurses, roadside technicians and local experts who show up in person when it matters most. We are digital-first — and human always. Any client, anywhere can choose to be served entirely by people. That is what always ready, always on truly means.”

Technology and AI at the heart of the platform

Redion places technology, data and artificial intelligence at the centre of its development — with a dual objective: to significantly improve the speed and quality of services, and to deliver smoother, more personalised experiences. The platform is building its own technological solutions to transform the Care experience in depth, complementing the human expertise and partner networks that have always been at its core. In every critical situation — from medical repatriation to workplace injury — AI supports human decision- making; it does not replace it.

Built on two operating values — Excellence and being Easy to work with — Redion embodies Generali Group’s ambition to be the world’s premier Care partner. That means being Caring, Collaborative, Agile, Reliable and Expert in every interaction, for every client, in every country.

Strengthening local presence and long-term investment in Asia

Redion is bringing greater clarity and consistency across the Asian markets in which it operates, notably Japan, Hong Kong, Malaysia, Singapore, and Thailand. These markets represent key growth priorities, supported by strong local teams and leadership.

Since entering these markets, the Group has reinforced its travel solutions, supported by more than 350 local employees.

The rebrand reflects Redion’s commitment to local decision-making across the full travel protection value chain, combined with global scale and 24/7 care for travelers. It also simplifies regional engagement for both current and prospective partners.

Hassen Bennour, CEO of Redion for Asia Pacific (APAC) said:
“Redion marks an important step for our region. The new name reflects our international footprint, with 45% of revenue generated outside Europe, and supports our growth ambition in the Asia market and the broader APAC region. As Redion comes together under one global identity, we will deliver a more unified experience for travellers across our region and beyond.”

For more information about Redion, visit:
Region Asia: redion.com

Hashtag: #Redion #Generali #TravelInsurance #Assistance

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The Generali Group

Generali is one of the largest integrated insurance and asset management groups worldwide, with a total premium income of € 98.1 billion and € 900 billion AUM in 2025. Established in 1831, with over 88,000 employees and 163,000 advisors serving 75 million customers, the Group has a leading position in Europe and a growing presence in Asia and America. At the heart of Generali’s strategy is its Lifetime Partner commitment to customers, achieved through innovative and personalised solutions, best-in-class customer experience and its digitalised global distribution capabilities. The Group has fully embedded sustainability into all strategic choices, with the aim to create value for all stakeholders while building a fairer and more resilient society.

Redion

Redion is the world’s #1 in employee benefits and #2 in assistance and travel insurance. The name, revealed in 2026, reflects the full maturity of the global Care platform that has been operating under Generali Care, bringing together Europ Assistance and Generali Employee Benefits (GEB). Operating in more than 190 countries, with over 12,000 employees and €5.8 billion in annual business volume, Redion delivers services spanning travel insurance, emergency and medical assistance, employee protection (life, disability, accident, medical), health and mobility solutions, as well as global B2B2C and embedded insurance programmes.