Certification

China’s new aviation directive bans uncertified power banks, increasing confiscations at airports. Passengers can surrender them, mail them out, or pay for temporary storage (up to seven days at some airports), after which they may be disposed of or sold for charity. Speculation exists regarding the resale of confiscated items online, with some potentially being faulty products.

Huabei, Ant Group’s consumer credit arm, launched “Little Red Flower,” allowing users to potentially increase their credit limits by submitting over 1,000 types of certifications, including professional, vocational, and even informal credentials. This AI-powered feature analyzes credentials with high accuracy and rewards users for demonstrating skills, resulting in lower delinquency rates among participants. The initiative aims to expand credit assessments beyond traditional metrics, fostering financial health and promoting responsible financial behavior.

Samsung’s 12-layer HBM3E memory is facing delays in obtaining NVIDIA certification, potentially pushing the timeline to Q4 2025. This setback for the tech giant, which previously aimed for earlier certification dates, could impact its market strategy and revenue. Meanwhile, competitors like Micron are poised to gain market share, as they are actively pursuing HBM3E opportunities, notably with NVIDIA’s GB300 project.

Hyundai Card has earned the UL Verified Healthy Building Mark for four of its facilities in Seoul, becoming the first cultural and leisure buildings in Asia to receive this certification. This achievement highlights their dedication to employee and guest well-being through healthier and more sustainable indoor environments, evaluated for air and water quality, as well as overall indoor environment.