UNI-PIPC Launches in Philippine to Drive Digital Transformation in Southeast Asia

MANILA, Philippines, Jan. 14, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- UNI-PIPC (UNI-President Information Philippines Corp.), a new IT solutions provider and subsidiary of Uni-President Group., today announced its official launch to spearhead digital transformation across Southeast Asia. Leveraging its parent group's strong presence operating 7-ELEVEN in Taiwan and the Philippines, UNI-PIPC aim to deliver advanced technology solutions to businesses in the region.

UNI-PIPC will focus on providing comprehensive IT services, including system development, AI-powered retail solutions, infrastructure services, and data sciences, primarily to the retail, logistics, and food service sectors. The company will play a vital role in supporting 7-ELEVEN's expansion in the Philippines by facilitating technological upgrades and system integration across its 4,130 stores. This includes implementing logistics, warehousing, retail, distribution, and financial accounting systems.

"We are excited to launch UNI-PIPC and bring our expertise to the dynamic Southeast Asian market," stated President Information Corp (PIC). "Our goal is to become the leading technology partner for businesses in the region, empowering them with innovative solutions to optimize their operations and enhance customer experiences."

UNI-PIPC will establish an Innovation Accelerator Platform to nurture startups, provide access to talent and cutting-edge technology, and connect them with investors in Taiwan. A key partnership with TechShake, a prominent local startup incubator, will further expand UNI-PIPC's reach and facilitate collaborations with leading companies.

"UNI-PIPC is committed to driving digital transformation across key industries in the Philippines," declared UNI-PIPC. "We will leverage our deep market understanding and advanced AI solutions to help businesses achieve new levels of efficiency and competitiveness." UNI-PIPC will also foster collaboration with local businesses, government agencies, and academic institutions to facilitate business growth and introduce PIC's products to Hong Kong and the broader Southeast Asian market.

To support these ambitious goals, UNI-PIPC has secured an initial investment of P100 million and plans to recruit over 100 employees within its first year, providing timely technical support to regional clients.

About UNI-PIPC

UNI-PIPC (UNI-President Information Philippines Corp.), a subsidiary of Taipei-based President Information Corp. and a partner of Japanese renowned Nomura Research Institute, Ltd. (NRI), is a leading innovator in retail AI and digital transformation across Southeast Asia. Leveraging expertise from its parent company and NRI, UNI-PIPC offers cutting-edge IT solutions in enterprise management, cloud computing, IDC, IT security, and MarTech and system integration. With a focus on manufacturing, retail, catering, and logistics, UNI-PIPC empowers businesses optimize operations, enhance customer experiences and gain a competitive edge.

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UNI-PIPC Launches in Philippine to Drive Digital Transformation in Southeast Asia

SHANGHAI, April 5, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- DFRobot, a global leader in open-source hardware, recently participated in the Robot Hokoten @ Akihabara event in Tokyo, appearing at the DigiKey booth. The company presented two AI-driven projects based on open-source hardware—an "Electronic Nose" gas recognition system and an AI-powered cell recognition teaching system—demonstrating how AI and open hardware can be effectively applied in STEAM education and maker scenarios.

Electronic Nose: Integrating TinyML with On-Device AI

The "Electronic Nose" project combines edge AI with embedded hardware. It uses four MEMS gas sensors connected to an ESP32 running a TinyML model for real-time odor analysis. 

During the demonstration, the sensor probe was placed above a glass of beer. Within 20 to 30 seconds, the system completed odor sampling and analysis. The results were then transmitted to the LattePanda Sigma, a compact x86 computing module, which generated descriptive content or tasting notes using a locally deployed language model. The entire process was executed on-device, without relying on network connectivity.

Xia Qing, Senior Engineer at DFRobot, commented: "This demonstration shows how makers can combine TinyML-based sensing with local AI models to transform sensor data into intuitive insights. Potential applications include coffee flavor analysis, fermentation monitoring, and food freshness detection."

AI Cell Recognition: Bringing AI into the STEAM Classroom

Another featured project focused on educational applications. DFRobot presented an AI-powered cell recognition teaching system designed to integrate artificial intelligence into middle school biology education. The system is built using the HUSKYLENS 2 AI vision sensor and the UNIHIKER K10 development board.

Powered by the K230 processor with up to 6 TOPS of AI computing performance, HUSKYLENS 2 can efficiently run both pre-trained and user-trained models with low latency. In the demonstration, the system performed real-time identification and classification of cells under a microscope, making abstract AI and machine learning concepts tangible through hands-on interaction.

The project showcases the complete AI workflow—from data collection and model training to edge inference—highlighting its practical applicability in educational settings.

Partnering with DigiKey to Expand the Open-Source Hardware Ecosystem

DFRobot and DigiKey jointly showcased at Robot Hokoten to promote open-source hardware and AI education. The two parties will continue collaborating on technical content, global marketing, and educational solutions, lowering the barrier to AI and open hardware adoption, and accelerating the transition from maker projects to real STEAM classroom applications.

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DFRobot Showcases AI Maker Projects at Robot Hokoten in Akihabara