Collaboration aims to revolutionize video production of advertisements in Japan
TOKYO, May 13, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Tencent Cloud, the cloud business of global technology company Tencent, and Offshore Company, a subsidiary of PR firm Vector Group, which ranks sixth globally and first in Asia[1], today proudly announced the launch of "AvaMo," Japan's first AI-powered avatar video generation service specifically designed for the Japanese market[2]. Powered by Tencent Cloud's advanced digital human creation technology, AvaMo enables the quick creation of professional-quality videos, dramatically reducing both production time and costs by up to 98%[3]—a true game changer for producing video advertisements.
"AvaMo" is an AI video generation service developed by Offshore Company with technology provided by Tencent Cloud. The name "AvaMo" combines the words "Avatar" and "Motion/Movie," representing its ability to create high-quality videos featuring AI avatars with natural movements. The service is versatile, catering to a wide range of use cases, including advertising, customer support, and educational content.
Addressing the Needs of a Rapidly Growing Market
The global AI video generation market has been rapidly expanding, with projections estimating its value at $4.1 billion (approx. ¥582.2 billion) in 2024 and $62.8 billion (approx. ¥8.93 trillion) by 2034, growing at a compound annual rate of 31.38%[4]. However, in Japan, AI-generated video and voice technologies are still in their infancy, with most applications focused on text and image generation. Comprehensive commercial use of AI in video production remains limited.
While global services like "Synthesia" and "HeyGen" have gained traction, Japan lacks services optimized for the domestic market, particularly in terms of Japanese-language support, avatar designs tailored for Japanese audiences, and user-friendly interfaces. AvaMo fills this gap, offering a solution tailored for Japanese users—with Japanese avatars, voiceovers, and an intuitive UI—while also supporting multilingual and global business needs.
Revolutionizing Video Production with AvaMo
Conventional video production involves multiple steps: planning, scripting, storyboarding, filming, and editing—often taking weeks to months and incurring significant costs. AvaMo simplifies this process by integrating templates, AI avatars, and natural text-to-speech (TTS) technology, allowing users to create professional-quality videos with just a few clicks. Powered by Tencent Cloud's AI-driven digital human creation technology and Offshore Company's intuitive interface, AvaMo makes video production more accessible to enterprises in Japan.
Key Features of AvaMo:
- Templates, audio, and avatar expressions are fine-tuned for Japanese users.
- AI voice technology reproduces authentic Japanese intonation.
- Avatar models reflect Japanese corporate culture and lifestyle nuances.
- AI handles scenario creation, casting, filming support, and audio recording.
- Simple, click-based interface allows users with no prior experience to create compelling videos.
- Advanced AI generates lifelike avatars with nuanced facial expressions, lip-sync, and gestures.
- Avatars are created from short video samples (1–3 minutes), ensuring high-fidelity and real-time responsiveness.
- Wide range of templates for advertising, branding, product demos, manuals, and more.
- Supports vertical video formats for TikTok, Instagram Reels, and YouTube Shorts.
- Over 120 avatar types available, with options for custom avatars[5] using personal face and voice data.
- TTS supports English, Chinese, Korean, and more than ten other languages, facilitating cross-border campaigns.
- Strict adherence to ethical and legal standards, including user consent and dual-layer content moderation (AI + human review).
- Proactive measures against misuse, including account suspension and reporting to authorities for serious violations.
- Offshore Company is certified for ISMS (ISO27001), ensuring robust data privacy and information security for all clients.
Hanson Liu, Head of Tencent Cloud Japan , said, "We are excited to partner with Offshore Company in transforming Japan's digital advertising industry. AvaMo leverages Tencent Cloud's AI technology to simplify the creation of high-quality advertising content, enhancing customer engagement and optimizing marketing strategies for businesses."
Kenta Noro, Representative Director of Offshore Company Co., Ltd. and CTO of Vector Group, said, "We are honored to launch this innovative AI video generation service for the Japanese market in collaboration with Tencent Cloud. There is a strong demand for intuitive, practical AI video tools tailored for Japan, and AvaMo delivers exactly that. By democratizing access to high-quality video production, we aim to empower more companies and individuals to harness the potential of AI, while leveraging the extensive PR and marketing expertise of Vector Group."
[1] According to PRovoke Media's "Global Top 250 PR Agency Ranking 2024," Vector Inc. ranked 1st in Asia and 6th among global PR agencies in terms of global revenue. [2] As of April 2025, according to Vector Inc.'s research based on a web survey of 10 major video generation AI services, AvaMo is the first commercial video generation service to support a Japanese user interface, Japanese avatars, and Japanese audio. [3] Estimation: A comparison of conventional 30-second video production (12 hours, approximately 120,000 yen) and video generation by AvaMo (15 minutes, approximately 2,400 yen) as of April 2025. [4] Source: Market Research Future "AI Video AI-video Generator Market Research Report" [5] Only available for paid plans. |
[1] According to PRovoke Media's "Global Top 250 PR Agency Ranking 2024," Vector Inc. ranked 1st in Asia and 6th among global PR agencies in terms of global revenue.
[2] As of April 2025, according to Vector Inc.'s research based on a web survey of 10 major video generation AI services, AvaMo is the first commercial video generation service to support a Japanese user interface, Japanese avatars, and Japanese audio.
[3] Estimation: A comparison of conventional 30-second video production (12 hours, approximately 120,000 yen) and video generation by AvaMo (15 minutes, approximately 2,400 yen) as of April 2025.
[4] Source: Market Research Future "AI Video AI-video Generator Market Research Report"
[5] Only available for paid plans.
About Tencent Cloud:
Tencent Cloud, one of the world's leading cloud companies, is committed to creating innovative solutions to resolve real-world issues and enabling digital transformation for smart industries. Through our extensive global infrastructure, Tencent Cloud provides businesses across the globe with stable and secure industry-leading cloud products and services, leveraging technological advancements such as cloud computing, Big Data analytics, AI, IoT, and network security. It is our constant mission to meet the needs of industries across the board, including the fields of gaming, media and entertainment, finance, healthcare, property, retail, travel, and transportation.
About Offshore Company:
Offshore Company is a technology solutions provider specializing in AI and system development. Led by Vector Group CTO, Mr. Kenta Noro, the company brings together a team of over 1,000 engineers both in Japan and overseas, including highly experienced project managers with a strong track record in the financial industry. Offshore Company delivers high-quality, cost-effective solutions to address a wide range of development challenges faced by businesses. Leveraging its in-house expertise in AI model development, the company also offers cutting-edge AI services such as "AI Video Translator" and "AI Vertical Video," supporting client companies in unlocking new business opportunities through advanced technology.
*According to PR Week Global Agency Business Report 2023.
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Tencent Cloud and Vector Group's Offshore Company Launch Japan's First AI Avatar Video Generation Service "AvaMo"
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SINGAPORE, April 14, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The Responsible Fintech Institute (RFI) has appointed Distinguished Professor Patrick H. M. Loh and Professor Tek Yew Chia as Executive Fellows, strengthening its leadership team as global financial systems accelerate towards greater integration between traditional finance, digital assets, and emerging technologies.
The appointments come at a critical juncture for the financial industry, as institutions, regulators, and technology players navigate increasing complexity across digital asset governance, artificial intelligence, and cross-border interoperability. While stablecoin networks process trillions in transaction volume annually, McKinsey[1] estimates that only around US$390 billion reflects real payment activity, underscoring the gap between technological capability and real-world adoption, and reinforcing the need for coordinated, principles-based frameworks.
As Executive Fellows, Distinguished Professor Loh and Professor Chia will drive global policy alignment, strengthen strategic institutional partnerships, and lead thought leadership and engagement with regulators and industry leaders to support the development of interoperable and responsible financial ecosystems.
Welcoming the appointments, Chia Hock Lai, Chairman of RFI, said, "We are pleased to welcome Distinguished Professor Patrick H. M. Loh and Professor Tek Yew Chia at a time of significant structural change in the financial ecosystem. As the lines between traditional and digital finance continue to blur, there is an increasing need for trusted leadership to guide policy development and institutional collaboration. Their combined experience across governance, strategy, and technology domains will strengthen RFI's role in supporting more resilient financial systems."
Professor Tek Yew Chia brings over 30 years of experience across financial services, digital transformation, and regulatory strategy in Asia and the Middle East. He is currently Adjunct Professor and Advisor at the National University of Singapore's Asian Institute of Digital Finance (NUS-AIDF), founded by the Monetary Authority of Singapore, the National Research Foundation, and NUS, where he contributes to advancing research and innovation in digital finance. He is also a senior advisor to the Boston Consulting Group and advises the Global FinTech Network (GFTN) and the ASEAN Bankers Association.
Previously, Professor Chia was Vice Chairman of Oliver Wyman Singapore, where he led the firm's Asia-Pacific insurance practice. His earlier career includes senior roles at KPMG, PwC Consulting, and Hewlett-Packard, spanning strategy, risk, and technology transformation.
Commenting on his appointment, Professor Tek Yew Chia said, "As financial systems become more digitised and interconnected, driven by the transition toward a global 'Finternet', the broader institutional adoption of Web 3.0, and the rapid deployment of artificial intelligence, the challenge is no longer innovation alone, but ensuring it is anchored in sound governance and credible frameworks. I look forward to working with RFI and its partners to support policy development in areas such as AI governance and digital assets, and to contribute to a more secure and inclusive financial ecosystem."
Distinguished Professor Patrick H. M. Loh joins RFI with an extensive and distinguished background spanning scientific innovation, institutional governance, and cross-disciplinary leadership. In November 2024, he was conferred the inaugural Singapore Distinguished Professor title by Murdoch University, Australia, in recognition of his contributions to plant sciences and related disciplines, including bio-innovation, entrepreneurship, research and development, and industry collaboration.
He currently serves as Senior Fellow at the Centre for Governance and Sustainability at NUS Business School and holds multiple advisory roles across academia and industry. He is also Chairman of the Advisory Board at Murdoch University in Singapore and an Honorary Founding Member of the College of Business at Murdoch Business School.
In recognition of his distinguished leadership and service to the community, Professor Loh was conferred the Bintang Bakti Masyarakat (BBM – The Public Service Star) in 2006 and the Pingat Bakti Masyarakat (PBM – The Public Service Medal) in 2001 by His Excellency, the President of the Republic of Singapore.
Sharing his perspective, Distinguished Professor Patrick H. M. Loh said, "As digital finance continues to advance, there is a growing need to balance technological progress with strong governance and ethical leadership. RFI plays an important role in bringing together stakeholders to address these challenges, and I look forward to contributing to the development of frameworks that support sustainable and responsible innovation."
Both leaders will contribute to strategic initiatives across thought leadership, policy engagement, and global stakeholder collaboration, including supporting the development of industry frameworks, engaging with regulators and standard-setting bodies, and mentoring senior executives across the financial ecosystem.
The RFI Executive Fellowship is designed for senior leaders with at least 20 years of experience in executive leadership and a demonstrated track record in shaping financial policy or institutional strategy. Fellows are expected to operate with institutional neutrality while contributing to globally aligned and responsible financial systems.
About the Responsible Fintech Institute (RFI)
The Responsible Fintech Institute (RFI) is a global nonprofit organisation based in Singapore. Our goal is to create a safe, trustworthy, and reliable future for digital finance by building the digital utilities to support responsible innovation. Our work involves bringing together different public and private sector stakeholders to help build the necessary rules and technology for new digital financial tools, making the digital asset world sustainable and inclusive for everyone.
SINGAPORE, April 14, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The Responsible Fintech Institute (RFI) has appointed Distinguished Professor Patrick H. M. Loh and Professor Tek Yew Chia as Executive Fellows, strengthening its leadership team as global financial systems accelerate towards greater integration between traditional finance, digital assets, and emerging technologies.
The appointments come at a critical juncture for the financial industry, as institutions, regulators, and technology players navigate increasing complexity across digital asset governance, artificial intelligence, and cross-border interoperability. While stablecoin networks process trillions in transaction volume annually, McKinsey[1] estimates that only around US$390 billion reflects real payment activity, underscoring the gap between technological capability and real-world adoption, and reinforcing the need for coordinated, principles-based frameworks.
As Executive Fellows, Distinguished Professor Loh and Professor Chia will drive global policy alignment, strengthen strategic institutional partnerships, and lead thought leadership and engagement with regulators and industry leaders to support the development of interoperable and responsible financial ecosystems.
Welcoming the appointments, Chia Hock Lai, Chairman of RFI, said, "We are pleased to welcome Distinguished Professor Patrick H. M. Loh and Professor Tek Yew Chia at a time of significant structural change in the financial ecosystem. As the lines between traditional and digital finance continue to blur, there is an increasing need for trusted leadership to guide policy development and institutional collaboration. Their combined experience across governance, strategy, and technology domains will strengthen RFI's role in supporting more resilient financial systems."
Professor Tek Yew Chia brings over 30 years of experience across financial services, digital transformation, and regulatory strategy in Asia and the Middle East. He is currently Adjunct Professor and Advisor at the National University of Singapore's Asian Institute of Digital Finance (NUS-AIDF), founded by the Monetary Authority of Singapore, the National Research Foundation, and NUS, where he contributes to advancing research and innovation in digital finance. He is also a senior advisor to the Boston Consulting Group and advises the Global FinTech Network (GFTN) and the ASEAN Bankers Association.
Previously, Professor Chia was Vice Chairman of Oliver Wyman Singapore, where he led the firm's Asia-Pacific insurance practice. His earlier career includes senior roles at KPMG, PwC Consulting, and Hewlett-Packard, spanning strategy, risk, and technology transformation.
Commenting on his appointment, Professor Tek Yew Chia said, "As financial systems become more digitised and interconnected, driven by the transition toward a global 'Finternet', the broader institutional adoption of Web 3.0, and the rapid deployment of artificial intelligence, the challenge is no longer innovation alone, but ensuring it is anchored in sound governance and credible frameworks. I look forward to working with RFI and its partners to support policy development in areas such as AI governance and digital assets, and to contribute to a more secure and inclusive financial ecosystem."
Distinguished Professor Patrick H. M. Loh joins RFI with an extensive and distinguished background spanning scientific innovation, institutional governance, and cross-disciplinary leadership. In November 2024, he was conferred the inaugural Singapore Distinguished Professor title by Murdoch University, Australia, in recognition of his contributions to plant sciences and related disciplines, including bio-innovation, entrepreneurship, research and development, and industry collaboration.
He currently serves as Senior Fellow at the Centre for Governance and Sustainability at NUS Business School and holds multiple advisory roles across academia and industry. He is also Chairman of the Advisory Board at Murdoch University in Singapore and an Honorary Founding Member of the College of Business at Murdoch Business School.
In recognition of his distinguished leadership and service to the community, Professor Loh was conferred the Bintang Bakti Masyarakat (BBM – The Public Service Star) in 2006 and the Pingat Bakti Masyarakat (PBM – The Public Service Medal) in 2001 by His Excellency, the President of the Republic of Singapore.
Sharing his perspective, Distinguished Professor Patrick H. M. Loh said, "As digital finance continues to advance, there is a growing need to balance technological progress with strong governance and ethical leadership. RFI plays an important role in bringing together stakeholders to address these challenges, and I look forward to contributing to the development of frameworks that support sustainable and responsible innovation."
Both leaders will contribute to strategic initiatives across thought leadership, policy engagement, and global stakeholder collaboration, including supporting the development of industry frameworks, engaging with regulators and standard-setting bodies, and mentoring senior executives across the financial ecosystem.
The RFI Executive Fellowship is designed for senior leaders with at least 20 years of experience in executive leadership and a demonstrated track record in shaping financial policy or institutional strategy. Fellows are expected to operate with institutional neutrality while contributing to globally aligned and responsible financial systems.
About the Responsible Fintech Institute (RFI)
The Responsible Fintech Institute (RFI) is a global nonprofit organisation based in Singapore. Our goal is to create a safe, trustworthy, and reliable future for digital finance by building the digital utilities to support responsible innovation. Our work involves bringing together different public and private sector stakeholders to help build the necessary rules and technology for new digital financial tools, making the digital asset world sustainable and inclusive for everyone.
[1] Stablecoins in payments: What the raw transaction numbers miss, McKinsey & Company, Feb 18 2026
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Responsible Fintech Institute Strengthens Global Policy Leadership with Appointment of Two Executive Fellows Amid Growing Complexity in Digital Finance
