At COMPUTEX 2025, ASUS showcased its comprehensive AI infrastructure solutions, targeting the computing needs of data centers, edge computing, and a wide range of intelligent applications. With a robust product portfolio, ASUS brings to life the NVIDIA AI Factory vision, illustrating how AI will be deeply embedded into enterprise IT infrastructure. This evolution continues to drive forward applications and services that shape the future of AI and high-performance computing

Linxens, a global leader in component-based solutions for authentication and traceability, and Dracula Technologies, a pioneer in ambient light energy harvesting, have announced a strategic collaboration to develop next-generation autonomous IoT solutions for traceability and smart labelling applications. This collaboration paves the way for smarter and more sustainable connected devices

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Dr. Ali Okhowat, a Canadian physician with a background spanning humanitarian work in conflict zones to co-founding the World Health Organization (WHO) Innovation Hub, is now using artificial intelligence to solve one of healthcare’s most persistent problems: administrative burden. Through his company Aya Health Technologies Inc., he has developed an AI scribe solution called "Autochart.ai Health Assistant". The team joins the Canadian Technology Accelerator for startups in the second half of 2025, leveraging Taiwan’s proactive push toward "smart hospitals" to enter Asian markets.Describing himself as "a physician by training, but a geek at heart," Dr. Okhowat's career trajectory is unique. After completing training in Canada, he worked with the International Committee of the Red Cross in low-resource and conflict areas, including Gaza and Afghanistan, followed by a post with the WHO overseeing the Middle East and North Africa. This field experience heavily influenced his belief in using technology to make care more accessible and efficient, eventually leading him to co-found the WHO Innovation Hub in Geneva.The Genesis of Autochart.ai Health AssistantThe concept for Autochart.ai was born from the direct experience of a practicing physician. Following his return to Canada and involvement in the COVID-19 response, Dr. Okhowat co-established a medical clinic in British Columbia intended to function as an innovation lab for digital health solutions.The resulting product, Autochart.ai, is an AI health assistant and clinical workflow solution designed to reduce the time health providers spend on documentation."The first part is that a note has to be generated documenting what actually happened and what the next steps were," Dr. Okhowat explained. "We are trying to help all health providers who are somewhat burdened with this task of having to create that initial clinical document, and then all of the downstream documents that are also needed, things like referral notes, patient communications messages."The solution, which is built on the Microsoft Azure Foundry and leverages various Large Language Models (LLMs), has been fully commercialized since November 2024 and is currently being used by subscribers in Canada and the US, including several British Columbia providers and health facilities involved in a provincial AI Scribe pilot program.A Focus on Multilingual ContextA key differentiator for Autochart.ai is its robust support for diverse linguistic environments. Recognizing the need for global utility, the company prioritized multilingual capability from the start."We translated the public-facing website fully into 10 different languages, and the interface into 13 different languages," Dr. Okhowat stated. "The number of languages that we accept in terms of input languages and output languages are over 100 different languages and dialects," including support for both simplified and traditional Chinese text. This focus aims to address not only single-language needs but also multilingual, multi-issue, and multi-patient encounters common in clinical settings. The software can also integrate visual context, such as analyzing images of dermatologic lesions, into the generated documentation.Scaling in Taiwan's Smart Hospital EcosystemDr. Okhowat's visit to Taiwan for the Startup Acceleration Program is timely, aligning with the government’s recent initiative to encourage hospitals to transform into "smart hospitals" by digital transformation, robotics, and AI.In response to Taiwan’s changing demographics and rising healthcare needs, the government has just launched the "Healthy Taiwan Deep Cultivation Plan" (2025–2029) in April with a total budget of NT$48.9 billion (US$1.63 billion), focusing on four key areas-better working conditions for medical staff, diverse talent cultivation, smart healthcare technology, and sustainable, socially responsible medicine-to advance tiered care, workforce retention, and healthcare system reform.  Autochart.ai's strategy for entering the market centers on three pillars:1. Localization and Integration: Finding local partners to customize the solution and integrate it with Taiwan’s established Electronic Medical Records (EMRs) and world-class hardware manufacturers.2. Regulatory Adherence: Gaining a deep understanding of local data security and Taiwan FDA health pathway regulations to ensure full compliance. The system is already designed to support on-premise or local secure cloud environments to meet strict data privacy demands.3. Investment Synergy: Engaging with the local investor community to secure funding necessary for scaling the solution, with the goal of making it a "homegrown solution in Taiwan."The company offers flexible business models, including Software as a Service (SaaS), API-based integration, and licensing. Dr. Okhowat noted the potential for innovative monetization, moving toward a value-aligned model such as a per-chart fee with a managed upper cap to reduce costs for health systems.Future Vision: AI as a Total Health AssistantLooking ahead five years, the vision for Autochart.ai Health Assistant expands beyond supporting providers to directly empowering patients."We want to be able to help the patients just as much," Dr. Okhowat said. The company is currently developing a patient-facing AI scribe, voice agents, and physical AI implementations that would help individuals own and manage their medical records, make appointments, and summarize complex medical discussions for loved ones and their "circle of care." This evolution aims to transform the system into a comprehensive AI health assistant for all stakeholders, from providers to patients to health systems.Dr. Ali Okhowat

Wireless PnC, a cleantech company based in Victoria, British Columbia, is making waves in the micromobility sector with its highly efficient and universally compatible wireless charging technology. The company, founded by Dr. Samira Soltani, aims to streamline fleet operations, reduce emissions, and accelerate the adoption of sustainable transportation globally.In an exclusive interview, Ishtdeep Singh, the company's Product Development Head, detailed the technology, the company's strategic focus on the Asian market, and current funding efforts.The Universal Charging SolutionThe inspiration for Wireless PnC came from the growing need for convenient, efficient, and standardized charging for light electric vehicles, particularly e-bikes and e-scooters."The current plug-in charging technology is not able to solve the universality issue," explained Singh. "Some are compatible only with bikes, some only with scooters. With our single wireless charging pad, it is universal among different kinds of vehicles, whether it is an e-bike, an e-scooter, or even an industry robotic vehicle."The system relies on inductive charging, comprising two parts: a receiver module mounted on the vehicle (e-bike/e-scooter) and a ground pad connected to a standard 120-volt wall plug. This simple infrastructure is a major differentiator, requiring minimal footprint and zero large-scale upgrades or vehicle redesigns.A Leap in Efficiency:Wireless PnC claims a significant technological advantage in power transfer efficiency. While traditional plug-in solutions operate at 85% to 88% efficiency, Wireless PnC achieves an impressive 95% efficiency, with only a minimal 5% power loss. This reduces power consumption by up to 30% compared to other chargers and translates to more than 400 W-hrs saved per charge for larger e-bikes-a significant benefit over the vehicle's lifetime.This is attributed to patented coil designs and a novel shielding mechanism.Furthermore, the system is designed for low maintenance and durability, having been successfully tested outdoors on concrete pads in rain and snowy conditions.Asia-Pacific Strategy: Leveraging Taiwan's EcosystemWith the e-scooter and e-bike culture booming across North America and Asia, Wireless PnC views the Asia-Pacific region as a critical market. The company is actively seeking to leverage Taiwan's strong manufacturing and semiconductor ecosystem.The company is looking for Taiwanese partners to build key hardware components, including PCBs, charging coils, and communication chips (like Wi-Fi ESP chips).Singh confirmed that the current visit to Taipei is about more than just supply chain. Wireless PnC is actively seeking a strategic investment to use Taiwan as a "bridge" to enter the broader Asian market, including major hubs for light electric vehicles like India and Malaysia. While the initial focus is on e-scooters and e-bikes, the company sees potential expansion into three-wheelers, golf carts, and e-rickshaws.Company Status and FundraisingWireless PnC was officially incorporated in 2023, though the idea was initiated by co-founders Dr. Samira Soltani (CEO) and Dr. Sahar Sam (Serial Entrepreneur) back in 2020. Headquartered in Victoria, British Columbia, the company currently employs 14 full-time staff.The company has completed indoor testing and MVPs and has already tested its technology with two prominent bike-sharing companies in Canada. An outdoor pilot installation is planned for the near future at an educational institution in Canada.Wireless PnC is currently seeking to raise US$1 million in a pre-seed funding round. These funds are earmarked for product development, pilot installations, team expansion, and securing additional non-dilutive grants, all aimed at scaling wireless charging stations and strengthening partnerships with fleet operators and municipalities. The company has already successfully secured nearly US$1 million in non-dilutive funding through grants and subsidies.Wireless PnC is positioning itself as a leader in the cleantech transition, offering a versatile charging solution that could become a key infrastructure component for smart cities worldwide.Wireless PnC CEO and Fouder, Dr. Samira Soltani. Credit: Wireless PnC

In an era defined by increasing volatility from climate change and complex infrastructure challenges, Canadian 6D simulation firm RUNWITHIT Synthetics is pioneering a novel approach to urban resilience. The company, a Certified Indigenous and women-led enterprise based in Edmonton, is building " live 6D AI-driven models of cities and regions" using its proprietary 6D simulation generative AI platforms.Myrna Bittner, Founder and CEO of RUNWITHIT Synthetics, describes the company's core mission as bridging the "critical gap between very complex data and real human experience." The goal is to make data accessible, enjoyable, and relevant for leaders-many of whom are not technologists-who are making critical policy and investment decisions around resilience, new energy technologies, and community welfare.The Power of the Living Digital TwinRUNWITHIT Synthetics does not rely solely on existing historical data, a significant differentiator in a field often constrained by data availability. Instead, their technology is built to thrive in scenarios where historical data is scarce or where anticipated events-like an extraordinary cold snap in a warm city-have never occurred."We shouldn't let data be our barrier when we need to be looking and planning in the future," Bittner states.The company's platform consumes diverse inputs-from spatial and satellite data to public census and research-to synthesize a "living form of reality." It then runs "superscalar simulations" on this digital twin, generating new, reliable data from configured, novel scenarios through emergent behavior modeling.This approach requires a highly diverse team, blending deep-tech social system engineers, AI programmers, game engine developers, designers, and animators. The inclusion of design is deliberate; as Bittner notes, making the future compelling and beautiful makes data more accessible.Furthermore, the company is highly focused on efficiency, utilizing clustering technology, parallel processing, and federated generative AI to minimize computing consumption, allowing complex simulations to be run even on a laptop.Versatility: Driving Strategic Decisions Across Multiple ScenariosThe power of RUNWITHIT Synthetics' platform lies in its modular and adaptable architecture, which allows customers to flexibly integrate modules for distinct strategic purposes. Applications span beyond disaster management to include long-term strategic advisory, community growth planning, and infrastructure design."Customers can choose a focus area and not even be limited by that one focus area," Bittner explains. The platform enables users to model the intricate connections between design response, energy resilience, public health, social infrastructure planning, and security environments. This interconnectedness allows clients to effectively navigate the comprehensive impact of various decisions on the built environment, the natural environment, and the community.Globally, the company is tackling major challenges such as modeling the impacts of extreme cold in Nashville and working with the Government of Canada to improve resilience in rural communities. This Canadian project, for example, models the interconnections between energy, health, and communication systems while assessing the benefits of implementing distributed energy resources like solar, wind, and virtual power.Asia Expansion: Applying Versatile Planning Tools in TaiwanA major focus for the company is market expansion, with Taiwan serving as a key strategic access point for Southeast Asia. The recent Hualien flood disaster provided a stark reminder of the challenges the region faces.In light of this, RUNWITHIT Synthetics has already established foundational relationships, notably with the Taiwan Indigenous Sustainable Development Association and the Council of Indigenous Peoples (TISDA). Their goal of joining the Canadian Technology Accelerator (CTA) program is to advance digital twin applications for rural and indigenous communities in Taiwan, focusing on emergency preparedness, improved health access, and sustainable energy development-precisely the kind of interlinked systems analysis needed for planning and disaster recovery. They are also seeking to reinvigorate conversations with the National Health Research Institutes (NHRI) regarding health research simulations involving population data, which is crucial for managing health crises following a natural event.Myrna Bittner, Founder and CEO of RUNWITHIT Synthetics. Credit: RUNWITHIT Synthetics