The latest WSTS data showed global semiconductor sales ascended to USD177 billion in August, up 23% MoM and up 156% YoY, JPMorgan said in a research report. The rebound was mainly driven by pricing, with blended ASPs hiking 24% MoM, and shipment volume falling 1% MoM.

JPMorgan said August sales were notably stronger than historical seasonal trends, with strong rebounds in logic chips and memory, laying a solid foundation for the upcoming 3Q26 earnings season.

The broker raised its semiconductor industry sales forecasts, expecting global semiconductor sales to reach USD1.76 trillion in 2026, up 121% YoY, while 2027 sales were forecast at USD2.4 trillion, up 36% YoY, and 2028 sales were projected at USD2.93 trillion, up 22% YoY.

Excluding memory, sales were predicted to grow 37%, 21% and 16% YoY respectively from 2026 to 2028. The broker remained positive on computing power, memory, networking and industrial analog chip segments.
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Melius Research analyst Ben Reitzes said investors are seeking safer AI investment options after warnings from Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei and others over the potential risks of AI.

Microsoft Corporation (MSFT.US)'s traditional software business portfolio and cybersecurity products are expected to benefit under such circumstances. The researcher upgraded Microsoft from Hold to Buy, while raising its target price from USD465 to USD665.

Reitzes said Amazon.com, Inc. (AMZN.US) and Alphabet Inc. (GOOGL.US) may face threats from Meta Platforms, Inc. (META.US)'s Muse AI assistant, but believed Microsoft is more resilient to risks posed by Muse compared with companies that rely on advertising revenue.

Besides, Microsoft's existing customer base is conducive to promoting AI tools to clients. He viewed Microsoft's Autopilot AI agent will become the practical deployment direction for most enterprises.
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The Nasdaq 100 Index closed at a record high last Friday (2nd), partly because the world's largest company by market cap reached a new high for the first time since May.

NVIDIA Corporation (NVDA.US), which accounts for 13% of the Nasdaq weighting and 8% of the S&P 500 weighting, rose 1.3% last Friday, ending a seven-week sideways trend during a period marked by a high-stakes meeting between the president and executives of "Super Intelligence" companies.

The rally pushed the market cap of the semiconductor business led by NVIDIA CEO Jensen Huang to nearly USD5.7 trillion. Based on NVIDIA options pricing, the company's market cap is likely to cross USD6 trillion before the end of this month.

According to delta market pricing for NVIDIA options expiring this week and on October 30, the probability of the company reaching a USD6 trillion market cap before the end of this month is currently about 50%, while the probability of achieving the target within this week is 13%.

The indicator measures the sensitivity of options prices to changes in share prices. The market also indicates that the probability of NVIDIA reaching a USD6 trillion market cap before December 18 is about 67%.
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Executives from Anthropic, OpenAI, Google and Meta Platforms, Inc. (META.US) testified under oath on Monday (5th, US time) at a New York City Council hearing on the potential risks of AI. The hearing came after discussions surrounding the risks of advanced AI models intensified over the past month.

According to a statement released by New York City Council Speaker Julie Menin, the hearing will be held in the rare format of a "Council Committee of the Whole". Menin said the companies will be asked to explain the threats posed by AI and provide views on potential legislative proposals.

Major AI laboratories, particularly OpenAI and Anthropic, are facing mounting scrutiny over their safety and security measures. Industry researchers warned in September that the two companies are racing to develop models that could cause catastrophic harm or even lead to human extinction, while calling on governments to strengthen regulation.

Menin said that although Meta had confirmed its participation in the hearing as early as the end of last month, Anthropic, OpenAI and Google only agreed to attend after the City Council threatened to issue subpoenas. New York City also issued a subpoena last week to SpaceX (SPCX.US) CEO Elon Musk, requesting that he or a representative from SpaceXAI appear to testify.
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Bringing five-day world-class basketball event to Oct. 7-11
Advancing tourism and sport synergies 
Driving Macao's economic diversification

MACAO, Oct. 5, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Sands China has long been committed to supporting the Macao SAR government's policy of promoting economic diversification –– by leveraging its extensive international network and integrated resort platforms to bring world-class sporting events to Macao, thereby helping reinforce the city's position as a World Centre of Tourism and Leisure. After drawing an enthusiastic response from audiences in Macao and around the world during its debut last year, The NBA China Games returns this year with two preseason games, Oct. 9 and 11 at The Venetian Arena of The Venetian^® Macao, featuring a Texas matchup between the Dallas Mavericks and the Houston Rockets.

To further amplify the synergies between tourism and sports, Sands China and the National Basketball Association (NBA) are presenting a series of activities alongside the games. These include NBA Fan Day, taking place at The Venetian Arena on Oct. 10, featuring appearances and interactions with NBA players and performances by popular Asian artists, offering fans an up-close experience of the energy and excitement of the NBA; NBA HOUSE, open to the public free of charge at Halls A and B of Cotai Expo at The Venetian Macao from Oct. 7 to 11, bringing together basketball, music and entertainment, fashion and retail, interactive technology, and specialty dining offerings in a five-day festival for residents and visitors; and the five-day "NBA Cares x Sands Cares Community Impact Week," running from Oct. 7 to 11 at locations across the Macao community, extending the world-class basketball event to the community and school, engaging a broader cross-section of local society.

Together, these exciting offerings will help further elevate Macao's reputation as a premier city destination for mega events, while strengthening its status as a "City of Sports" and injecting fresh momentum into the city's economic diversification.

The NBA China Games 2026 | Two Preseason Games Set to Take the Court

The NBA China Games 2026 will feature two preseason games between the Dallas Mavericks and the Houston Rockets at The Venetian Arena, with the first game set to take place at 7:30 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 9, and the second at 5:30 p.m. on Sunday, Oct. 11.

The Mavericks currently feature 2016 NBA champion and nine-time NBA All-Star Kyrie Irving, 2025-26 NBA Rookie of the Year Cooper Flagg, and 2026 No. 9 overall pick Morez Johnson Jr. The Rockets currently feature two-time NBA champion and 16-time NBA All-Star Kevin Durant, two-time NBA All-Star Alperen Sengun, and 2024-25 NBA All-Defensive First Team member Amen Thompson.

Adding to the excitement on game day, South Korean Gen Z girl group KiiiKiii will take the stage during halftime, bringing dynamic performances and youthful energy that are sure to electrify the arena.

NBA Fan Day | Star-studded Asian Line-up to Deliver an Unforgettable Fan Experience

NBA Fan Day will be at The Venetian Arena at 3:30 p.m. on Oct. 10, featuring a line-up of artists from across Asia. Performers will include K-pop star EVAN, also known as HEESEUNG, and Hong Kong singer-actor and MIRROR member Keung To, with rapper-actor MC Jin serving as host. Live performances will keep the energy high throughout the event, immersing audiences in the thrill of NBA basketball.

The event will offer a variety of fan engagement activities, featuring Mavericks and Rockets players, entertainment and mascots. Highlights include a skills challenge, three-point contest, shooting stars challenge, and a slam dunk show featuring professional dunkers –– giving fans the opportunity to experience the energy of NBA basketball up close.

NBA HOUSE | An Expanded One-stop NBA Basketball Carnival

Intensifying the liveliness, the expanded edition of NBA HOUSE Macao 2026 is coming Oct. 7-11 to Halls A and B of The Venetian Macao's Cotai Expo. The five-day experience is open to the public free of charge from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. each day. As a major fan engagement platform for The NBA China Games 2026, this year's edition gathers nearly 30 renowned global brand partners and exhibitors, creating a one-stop, vibrant basketball carnival featuring specialty dining, music and entertainment, fashion and retail, interactive technology and party experiences. The event will extend the momentum of the games to the broader community while further enriching Macao's sports tourism offering.

NBA HOUSE will feature an extensive programme of activities, with NBA legends Ray Allen, Carlos Boozer, Chris Bosh, Jeremy Lin, Stephon Marbury, Shawn Marion, Cuttino Mobley, Mitch Richmond, Luis Scola, and P.J. Tucker, along with Chinese basketball star Ding Yanyuhang, headlining the event and interacting with fans on-site, giving the public the opportunity to meet some of basketball's legendary figures in person.

In addition, Asian stars KiiiKiii and SB19 will deliver electrifying performances, while EVAN and MIRROR member Keung To will make special appearances for live performances, bringing added star power and further elevating the pulsating atmosphere at NBA HOUSE.

The venue will feature a range of interactive experiences and exhibition zones, including exclusive themed zones dedicated to the Mavericks and the Rockets, photo opportunities with NBA trophies on display, and "NBA Inside the Game powered by AWS" – an interactive shooting experience on a smart digital LED court.

The newly upgraded Merchandise Village will also return to NBA HOUSE this year, bringing together the NBA Store, NBA Atelier, and merchandise from the two participating teams and a range of official partners at Halls A and B of The Venetian Macao's Cotai Expo. Fans can explore an extensive selection of official NBA products, collectibles and lifestyle apparel, including a customization lab. Another highlight will be the expanded themed food and beverage area, which will cover more than 1,500 square metres and combine local favourites with authentic Texas cuisine, offering fans a flavourful and diverse dining experience.

Two viewing parties will also be held during the event, where fans can get together to enjoy the world-class basketball matches in a lively atmosphere.

"NBA Cares x Sands Cares Community Impact Week" | Exemplifying Sands Cares Spirit

Co-organised by Sands China's Sands Cares programme and NBA Cares, the "NBA Cares x Sands Cares Community Impact Week 2026" will take place Oct. 7-11. Featuring five themed activities, namely Youth Day, Tip-off, School Day, Health and Wellness Day, and the Community Basketball Carnival, the initiative takes NBA legends and current players to visit local communities, providing Macao residents of all ages and backgrounds with valuable opportunities to learn, interact and be inspired.

By bringing a world-class basketball event into the local community, the Impact Week aims to inspire positive youth development, foster social inclusion and promote greater awareness of physical and mental well-being. Through these meaningful outreach activities, it seeks to champion the values of care, healthy living and sportsmanship.

With broad participation from across the community, the Impact Week fully demonstrates Sands China's longstanding commitment to the spirit of Sands Cares and its dedication to growing alongside and serving the Macao community. By harnessing the synergies arising from major sports tourism events, the initiative not only supports Macao's economic diversification, but also unites charitable efforts from across regions to foster a more caring and inclusive community in Macao, while demonstrating the vitality and impact of Macao's "Tourism+" strategy.

For the latest arrangements for The NBA China Games 2026 and related events, as well as registration information for selected performances, please visit NBAChinaGames.com. Macao residents, visitors and basketball fans alike are invited to join the vibrant line-up of activities and experience this spectacular celebration that blends basketball, entertainment, tourism and leisure, and community engagement.

Schedule of The NBA China Games 2026 Event Series

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About Sands China Ltd. 
Sands China Ltd. (Sands China or the Company) is incorporated in the Cayman Islands with limited liability and is listed on The Stock Exchange of Hong Kong Limited (HKEx: 1928). Sands China is the largest operator of integrated resorts in Macao. The Company's integrated resorts on the Cotai Strip comprise The Venetian^® Macao, The Plaza^® Macao, The Parisian^® Macao and The Londoner^® Macao. The Company also owns and operates Sands^® Macao on the Macao peninsula. The Company's portfolio features a diversified mix of leisure and business attractions and transportation operations, including large meeting and convention facilities; a wide range of restaurants; shopping malls; world-class entertainment at The Venetian Arena, The Londoner Arena, The Venetian Theatre, The Parisian Theatre, The Londoner Theatre and Sands Theatre; and a high-speed Cotai Water Jet ferry service between Hong Kong and Macao. The Company's Cotai Strip portfolio has the goal of contributing to Macao's transformation into a world centre of tourism and leisure. Sands China is a subsidiary of global resort developer Las Vegas Sands Corp. (NYSE: LVS).

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10月7日至11日一連五天匯聚世界頂級籃球盛事
深化「旅遊+體育」跨界融合助促澳門經濟適度多元發展

澳門2026年10月5日 /美通社/ -- 金沙中國一直全力支持澳門特區政府經濟適度多元發展的施政方針，充分發揮企業的國際網絡及平台優勢，舉辦具國際影響力的體育盛事，助力鞏固澳門「世界旅遊休閒中心」定位。繼去年首次落戶澳門的「NBA中國賽」季前賽獲海內外熱烈迴響後，今年賽事載譽歸來，將於10月9日及11日假澳門威尼斯人^®綜藝館舉行兩場矚目賽事，由達拉斯獨行俠隊（The Dallas Mavericks）及侯斯頓火箭隊（The Houston Rockets）上演德州對決。

為拓展「旅遊+體育」協同效益，金沙中國聯同NBA於賽事期間呈獻一系列精彩活動，包括於10月10日在澳門威尼斯人綜藝館舉行的「NBA球迷日」，以球員互動及亞洲人氣藝人精彩演出，讓球迷近距離感受NBA澎湃活力；於10月7日至11日在澳門威尼斯人金光會展A及B館、免費向公眾開放的 「NBA HOUSE」，打造集籃球體育、音樂娛樂、時尚零售、科技互動及特色餐飲於一體的嘉年華，五天無間斷為居民及旅客帶來多元盛事體驗；於10月7日至11日一連五天走進澳門社區的「NBA關懷行動 x 金沙關懷籃球公益周」，將世界級籃球賽事延伸至本澳社區及學校，推動體育盛事至本澳更廣泛社群；進一步打造城市盛事名片，助力澳門「體育之城」建設，並為城市經濟適度多元發展注入新動能。

NBA中國賽2026│兩場季前賽矚目登場

NBA中國賽2026將於10月9日（星期五）晚上7時30分及10月11日（星期日）下午5時30分於澳門威尼斯人綜藝館舉行，由達拉斯獨行俠隊及侯斯頓火箭隊上演兩場季前賽對決。

獨行俠隊目前擁有2016年NBA總冠軍和九屆NBA全明星球員卡爾‧艾榮 (Kyrie Irving)、2025-26賽季NBA年度最佳新秀古柏‧法拉格 (Cooper Flagg)，以及2026年首輪第9順位新秀莫雷兹‧約翰遜 (Morez Johnson Jr.)。火箭隊目前擁有兩屆NBA總冠軍和16屆NBA全明星球員奇雲‧杜蘭特 (Kevin Durant)、兩屆NBA全明星球員艾派倫‧辛根 (Alperen Sengun)，以及2024-25賽季NBA最佳防守第一陣容成員亞曼‧湯臣 (Amen Thompson)。

比賽現場精彩不斷，韓國Z世代女團組合KiiiKiii將在中場休息期間帶來表演，以青春活力點燃全場氣氛，為現場球迷增添觀賽樂趣。

NBA球迷日│亞洲星級陣容打造精彩球迷體驗

NBA球迷日將於10月10日下午3時30分在澳門威尼斯人綜藝館舉行，由來自亞洲各地的藝人輪番帶來精彩的現場演出，包括K-Pop流行歌星EVAN（又名HEESEUNG）和香港歌手、演員及MIRROR成員姜濤；並由說唱歌手、演員歐陽靖主持。屆時，連串精彩節目將點燃全場氣氛，帶領觀眾感受NBA籃球運動的澎湃活力。

同場，活動亦將邀請獨行俠隊及火箭隊球員、娛樂團隊和吉祥物參與，並設有技巧挑戰賽、三分球大賽、投籃之星挑戰賽，以及由職業扣將帶來的扣籃表演，讓球迷近距離感受NBA籃球的競技魅力及現場氣氛。

NBA HOUSE│全面擴容升級  一站式NBA嘉年華體驗

為進一步釋放盛事動能，全面擴容升級的澳門NBA HOUSE 2026將於10月7日至11日一連五天在澳門威尼斯人金光會展A及B館舉行，每日上午11時至晚上10時向公眾免費開放。作為NBA中國賽2026的重要球迷互動平台，今年NBA HOUSE攜手近30家全球知名品牌合作夥伴與參展商，打造匯聚特色餐飲、音樂娛樂、時尚零售、科技互動及派對體驗的籃球嘉年華，讓賽事熱潮延伸至更廣泛社群，進一步豐富澳門體育旅遊體驗。

今屆NBA HOUSE節目内容精彩紛呈。一眾NBA傳奇球星將親臨現場，包括雷‧阿倫 (Ray Allen)、卡路士‧保沙 (Carlos Boozer)、基斯‧保殊 (Chris Bosh)、林書豪 (Jeremy Lin)、斯蒂芬‧馬貝利 (Stephon Marbury)、夏恩‧馬利安 (Shawn Marion)、卡天奴‧莫比利 (Cuttino Mobley)、米奇‧列治文 (Mitch Richmond)、路易士‧史高拿 (Luis Scola) 及P.J. 德加 (P.J. Tucker) 以及中國籃球明星丁彥雨航等等，與球迷近距離交流，讓現場觀眾一睹傳奇球星風采。此外，KiiiKiii和SB19等亞洲明星藝人將帶來精彩表演， EVAN及MIRROR成員姜濤亦將特別亮相進行表演，以澎湃歌舞演出進一步點燃NBA HOUSE熱熾氣氛。

場内設有多項互動體驗與展區，包括兩大參賽球隊獨家主題展區、與NBA獎盃合照體驗，以及在數位LED球場上進行「NBA深度賽場」籃球挑戰等。

此外，全新升級的Merchandise Village商品專區今年再度亮相NBA House，於澳門威尼斯人金光會展A及B館匯聚NBA旗艦店、NBA Atelier、參賽球隊及多個授權品牌，呈獻琳瑯滿目的官方商品、珍藏精品、潮流服飾及個性化訂製體驗。而餐飲區為場內另一亮點，今屆規模擴展至逾1,500平方米，融合澳門特色風味與美國德州地道美食，為球迷打造滋味十足的美食體驗。活動期間更將舉行兩場觀賽派對，讓球迷在歡樂氛圍中共享世界級籃球盛事。

「NBA關懷行動 x 金沙關懷籃球公益周」│踐行金沙關懷精神

由金沙中國旗下的「金沙關懷」計劃與NBA 關懷行動（NBA Cares）合辦的「NBA關懷行動 x 金沙關懷籃球公益周2026」，將於10月7日至11日一連五日舉行，透過「青少年籃球日」、「啟動日」、「校園日」、「身心健康日」及「社區籃球嘉年華」五項主題活動，邀請NBA現役及傳奇球星走進社區，為不同年齡及背景的澳門市民帶來難能可貴的學習與交流機會。活動將世界級籃球盛事延伸至本澳社區，旨在啟迪青年正向成長、推動社區共融發展，並提升大眾對身心健康的關注，以實際行動向本澳社群傳遞關愛及健康體育精神。

是次公益周參與層面廣泛，充分展現金沙中國秉持「金沙關懷」精神，堅持與澳門同心同行、服務社區，藉由發揮體育旅遊盛事的協同效益，不僅助力澳門經濟適度多元發展，更匯聚跨地域的關愛力量，為建設更關愛、更包容的澳門注入正能量，進一步彰顯澳門「旅遊+」的活力與效應。

有關NBA中國賽2026及系列活動之安排及特定表演的註冊資訊，請瀏覽NBAChinaGames.com。誠邀本澳居民、旅客及廣大球迷投入連串精彩活動，共赴這場融合籃球、娛樂、旅遊休閒及社區參與的盛事嘉年華。

NBA中國賽2026系列活動總覽

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Hong Kong bourse demonstrated feeble rebound momentum this morning (5th) in lack of support from southbound funds. After opening down 8 pts, the HSI fluctuated throughout the session and closed at 24,040, up 68 pts or 0.28%, with full-day turnover at only HKD98.102 billion. The HSCEI closed at 8,051, up 21 pts or 0.26%. The HSTECH performed relatively better, closing at 4,183, up 25 pts or 0.62%.

Major techs jumbled. TENCENT (00700.HK) added 0.43%; BABA-W (09988.HK) gained nearly 1%; MEITUAN-W (03690.HK) hiked 0.64%; and XIAOMI-W (01810.HK) dropped 1.49% and JD-SW (09618.HK) dipped 0.49%.

Among blue chips, LENOVO GROUP (00992.HK) soared 4.66%, making it the best-performing blue chip. BEONE MEDICINES (06160.HK) mounted 3.02%. BUD APAC (01876.HK) lost 1.15% after the company expected to record a non-underlying withholding tax expense of USD52 million from internal restructuring in 3Q. MTR CORPORATION (00066.HK) plunged 3.41%, making it the worst-performing blue chip, after reaching a HKD2.25 billion settlement agreement with the government regarding the Hong Kong section of the high-speed rail and the Shatin to Central Link. HSBC HOLDINGS (00005.HK) rebounded 0.27% to HKD149.9, while AIA (01299.HK) sagged another 0.36%.

Goldman Sachs upgraded Z.AI (02513.HK) to Buy, with the stock closing up 6.15%. MINIMAX-W (00100.HK) lifted 0.58%, while XUNCE (03317.HK) dipped 0.33%.

Severe shortages of upstream materials triggered by surging demand for AI servers and high-speed networking have driven the PCB industry into a new upcycle. KB LAMINATES (01888.HK) leaped 11.94%; KINGBOARD HLDG (00148.HK) jumped up 8.36%; DELTON (01989.HK) rallied 6.86%; KINWONG (03228.HK) surged 9.21%; and VGT (02476.HK) elevated 5.69%.

NVIDIA (NVDA.US) set a record high last Friday, shoring up Hong Kong-listed chip stocks. SMIC (00981.HK) advanced 1.74%; HUA HONG GRACE (01347.HK) jumped up 4.27%; ILUVATAR COREX (09903.HK) swelled 3.94%; and MONTAGE TECH (06809.HK) escalated 5.25%.
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AI startup Reflection, backed by NVIDIA Corporation (NVDA.US), is preparing to launch a powerful open-weight AI model to wrestle with Chinese AI companies such as DeepSeek as well as major US AI players, AXIOS, citing sources, reported.

The model is said to possess strong intelligence capabilities that could help enterprises build their own proprietary and low-cost AI systems.

Reflection will integrate with Nvidia GPUs to provide individuals and enterprises with a new and lower-cost alternative AI model.

Although the model is expected to lag behind the most advanced US AI models in the initial stage, it is expected to compete with China's leading open-weight models.

Reflection has purportedly been in discussions with parties in Washington and elsewhere over recent weeks to introduce details of its model ahead of the launch.

The company is also actively expanding computing capacity and recently signed major agreements with Nebius (NBIS.US) and SpaceX (SPCX.US) to lease Nvidia AI servers.
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TSMC (TSM.US) is discussing cooperation plans with Elon Musk regarding the Terafab project, Culpium reported.

In addition to its existing operations in Arizona, TSMC is also planning investments in Texas, recent reports suggested.

The market believed the potential cooperation may be tied to the investment, with expectations that TSMC may seek to acquire and operate the Terafab factory.

Responding to the possibility of cooperation with TSMC, Musk said that it is only discussions at present, but something may come out of it. TSMC has yet to respond to the related reports.
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SHANGHAI, Oct. 4, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- From October 3 to 4, Assembly Character Toys Brand Blokees exhibited at Wonder Festival Shanghai 2026, featuring nearly 500 products across its two core categories, Blokees Model Kits and BLOKEES WHEELS. More than 90 new products made their debut, highlighting Blokees' continued expansion across product categories, IPs and consumer segments.

The Blokees Model Kits portfolio covers hero collecting, model kit collecting, animal-themed products and fashion-oriented products, featuring more than 10 global IPs including ULTRAMAN, TRANSFORMERS, Saint Seiya, Evangelion and DC. Products for collectors aged 16 and above were a key focus, with nearly 40 products exhibited across Champion, Champion Lite, Fantastic and Legend series , including more than 20 new products making their debut. Notably, DC made its first commercial appearance in the Legend series.

Blokees continues to expand its product ecosystem. Blokees also exhibited the latest products from its TERRAVENTURE Series and DaaLaMode Series. The TERRAVENTURE Series features animal-themed model kits based on Jurassic World, while the DaaLaMode Series combines assembly, articulation, and fashion play, expanding Blokees' offerings across different consumer segments.

In the Blokees Wheels category, Blokees exhibited its C, E, and S Series, featuring IPs including Transformers, Ultraman, and Batman. New products based on Cyberpunk 2077, Fast & Furious × Ford and Fast & Furious × Dodge were also exhibited for the first time, further expanding the category's offerings for vehicle enthusiasts.

Beyond products, Blokees also exhibited winning works from the "Dawn" and "Awakening" seasons of the 2026 BFC Creation Contest. Through BFC, Blokees connects players worldwide through creation and sharing, with the community now spanning 21 countries and regions.

Blokees will continue to strengthen its two core categories and expand its global product and creator ecosystem under its strategy of "Universally appealing, Stepwise pricing, Globally promoting."