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PARIS, April 3, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The 9th edition of VivaTech, Europe's largest startup and tech event, will take place in Paris Porte de Versailles from 11 to 14 June 2025.
SPANNING A DECADE OF TECHNOLOGICAL TRANSFORMATION
With over 4,000 partners and 300 global innovations, VivaTech will bring together thought leaders, entrepreneurs, investors, and key industry players to explore new technological frontiers and their impact on business, geopolitics, and society.
- Technology: Featuring AI, quantum computing, blockchain, and other disruptive technologies, along with a new prize dedicated to innovation and over 14,000 startups and tech champions, VivaTech offers a comprehensive view of the future of technology.
- Business: More than 30 business sectors will be represented at VivaTech
- Geopolitics: While some countries are strengthening their presence, notably China, other countries will be present at VivaTech for the first time: the United States, Poland, Lebanon, Saudi Arabia, El Salvador and Nigeria. Canada, VivaTech's Country of the Year, is bringing a delegation of more than 100 Canadian AI startups.
- Responsibility: VivaTech 2025 is reaffirming its commitment to a more sustainable and ethical Tech, with the second edition of the Impact Bridge in partnership with EDF, and the inauguration of the Tech for Change Award, in partnership with Axionable, dedicated to innovations with social and environmental impact.
THE MAIN THEMES AT THIS NINTH EDITION OF VIVATECH
The AI Revolution in Action
According to the VivaTech barometer, 85% of companies plan to increase their investments in AI in the coming year. VivaTech will highlight advancements in robotics, the fight against misinformation, and environmental protection, with startups like Unitree (China), Trusting Pixels (Canada), Ocean Eyes (Japan).
Creative Industries: Tech Reinvents Arts and Entertainment
Music, film, fashion, design and gaming are entering a new era where technological innovation is redefining creation, distribution and consumer experience. VivaTech will honor the creative industries with major experiences: Runway's AI Festival and a unique immersive show in partnership with LiveNation.
Tech Cares: Tech at the Service of Wellbeing
From AI for mental health (Emobot) to innovative algorithms accelerating drug discovery (Aqemia), VivaTech will showcase innovations transforming health and well-being.
FIRST KEY SPEAKERS ANNOUNCED
Joe TSAI, Alibaba Group, Vanessa WYCHE, NASA, Alain ASPECT, CNRS / Pasqal, Nobel Prize Winner, Zak BROWN, McLaren Racing, Paul HUDSON, Sanofi, Yann LE CUN, META and Arthur MENSCH, Mistral AI.
Contact: vivatech@publicisconsultants.com
PARIS, April 3, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The 9th edition of VivaTech, Europe's largest startup and tech event, will take place in Paris Porte de Versailles from 11 to 14 June 2025.
SPANNING A DECADE OF TECHNOLOGICAL TRANSFORMATION
With over 4,000 partners and 300 global innovations, VivaTech will bring together thought leaders, entrepreneurs, investors, and key industry players to explore new technological frontiers and their impact on business, geopolitics, and society.
- Technology: Featuring AI, quantum computing, blockchain, and other disruptive technologies, along with a new prize dedicated to innovation and over 14,000 startups and tech champions, VivaTech offers a comprehensive view of the future of technology.
- Business: More than 30 business sectors will be represented at VivaTech
- Geopolitics: While some countries are strengthening their presence, notably China, other countries will be present at VivaTech for the first time: the United States, Poland, Lebanon, Saudi Arabia, El Salvador and Nigeria. Canada, VivaTech's Country of the Year, is bringing a delegation of more than 100 Canadian AI startups.
- Responsibility: VivaTech 2025 is reaffirming its commitment to a more sustainable and ethical Tech, with the second edition of the Impact Bridge in partnership with EDF, and the inauguration of the Tech for Change Award, in partnership with Axionable, dedicated to innovations with social and environmental impact.
THE MAIN THEMES AT THIS NINTH EDITION OF VIVATECH
The AI Revolution in Action
According to the VivaTech barometer, 85% of companies plan to increase their investments in AI in the coming year. VivaTech will highlight advancements in robotics, the fight against misinformation, and environmental protection, with startups like Unitree (China), Trusting Pixels (Canada), Ocean Eyes (Japan).
Creative Industries: Tech Reinvents Arts and Entertainment
Music, film, fashion, design and gaming are entering a new era where technological innovation is redefining creation, distribution and consumer experience. VivaTech will honor the creative industries with major experiences: Runway's AI Festival and a unique immersive show in partnership with LiveNation.
Tech Cares: Tech at the Service of Wellbeing
From AI for mental health (Emobot) to innovative algorithms accelerating drug discovery (Aqemia), VivaTech will showcase innovations transforming health and well-being.
FIRST KEY SPEAKERS ANNOUNCED
Joe TSAI, Alibaba Group, Vanessa WYCHE, NASA, Alain ASPECT, CNRS / Pasqal, Nobel Prize Winner, Zak BROWN, McLaren Racing, Paul HUDSON, Sanofi, Yann LE CUN, META and Arthur MENSCH, Mistral AI.
Contact: vivatech@publicisconsultants.com
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VIVATECH 2025 EXPLORES THE NEW FRONTIERS OF INNOVATION
BANGKOK, Dec. 25, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- This Christmas, MINISO is bringing YOYO and a lineup of its popular characters to Bangkok's Siam Square, creating a festive seasonal setting and marking the close of a strong year for the brand in Thailand. A series of Christmas-themed installations will remain in place across Siam Square's pedestrian streets and at Thailand's first MINISO LAND through the holiday period, running until January 4, 2026.
Christmas in Thailand may come without snow, but this year, MINISO brings festive cheer to the heart of Bangkok. Its signature characters—YOYO, the Gift Bear, and DUNDUN—headline a 10-day holiday installation anchored by a 60-meter-long Christmas promenade. Featuring five themed photo spots, the route leads visitors from Siam Square to MINISO LAND, ending at a Christmas tree marked by MINISO's iconic red wink. Inside the store, seasonal displays, limited-edition gifts, and wish cards await.
MINISO LAND in Siam Square marks the company's first overseas debut of its new experiential store format. Opened in October, the store features a redesigned storefront and highlights the Zootopia product lineup. Since launch, it has drawn strong foot traffic from both local shoppers and tourists. The opening reinforced MINISO's presence in Thailand, while the brand awareness built earlier in the year positioned the store as a natural hub for year-end holiday activations. Through immersive design, curated assortments, and campaign-led execution, MINISO continues to elevate the in-store experience for Thai consumers.
A Year of Joy: Retail Expansion and Brand Activity
Throughout 2025, MINISO continued to expand its retail footprint and delight Thai consumers with a combination of new stores, exclusive product launches and immersive brand experiences. The year kicked off in January with the opening of the brand's first flagship store at Asiatique The Riverfront in Bangkok, and coincided with Thailand's debut of MINISO's Harry Potter merchandise collection.
In the following months, MINISO introduced multiple newly refreshed and flagship stores in key Bangkok locations, including Megabangna Mall, MBK Center, and The Mall LifeStore Bangkapi. Each opening showcased IP-themed products, and immersive displays, drawing strong foot traffic and social media buzz. The May launch at The Mall LifeStore Bangkapi marked the overseas debut of the Stitch GenZ Street Series vinyl plush, generating high shopper interest.
Beyond Bangkok, MINISO strengthened its presence in northern Thailand by establishing stores across key commercial destinations in Chiang Mai, including Central Festival Chiangmai, Central Chiangmai Airport, and MAYA Lifestyle Shopping Center. The expansion reflects the brand's focus on delivering an elevated and refined store experience, while steadily extending its presence across Thailand.
MINISO's growth strategy also emphasized engaging local consumers through popular IP collaborations. Throughout the year, the brand introduced over 15 new IP collections in Thailand—including Zootopia, Stitch, Harry Potter, and One Piece—alongside more than 5,000 new products.
By combining retail expansion with engaging retail experiences and campaigns, MINISO has positioned its stores as vibrant destinations for Thai consumers. The Christmas and New Year program, anchored by MINISO LAND and a festive promenade in central Bangkok, further strengthened the brand's visibility and engagement during the holiday season, setting the stage for continued growth in 2026.
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MINISO Brings Christmas Cheer to Bangkok's Siam Square with YOYO and Signature Characters, Closing Out a Standout Year in Thailand
MINISO Brings Christmas Cheer to Bangkok's Siam Square with YOYO and Signature Characters, Closing Out a Standout Year in Thailand
MINISO Brings Christmas Cheer to Bangkok's Siam Square with YOYO and Signature Characters, Closing Out a Standout Year in Thailand
MINISO Brings Christmas Cheer to Bangkok's Siam Square with YOYO and Signature Characters, Closing Out a Standout Year in Thailand
MINISO Brings Christmas Cheer to Bangkok's Siam Square with YOYO and Signature Characters, Closing Out a Standout Year in Thailand
MINISO Brings Christmas Cheer to Bangkok's Siam Square with YOYO and Signature Characters, Closing Out a Standout Year in Thailand
