LAS VEGAS, April 24, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- iQIYI International showcases AI-powered storytelling, Chinese anime, and VIP giveaways at the Las Vegas Convention Center on April 24–26, 2026, in partnership with premium Canadian immersive ecosystem brand, Blacklyte.
Founded in 2010, iQIYI (NASDAQ: IQ) is one of Asia's largest online entertainment platforms, and iQIYI International, launched in 2019, now serves over 100 million users across 190+ territories with a user interface and subtitles in 13 languages.
Experience the Future of AI Storytelling
At this year's LVL UP EXPO, iQIYI debuts the Peter Pau × iQIYI AI Theater, celebrating the Oscar-winning cinematographer of Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon. Attendees will experience three AI-generated short films that demonstrate real-world applications of AI-driven storytelling and were completed with the assistance of iQIYI's proprietary AI technology and under the guidance of human creators and artists.
- Day 1 - Celestial Quest: The first work from the AI Theater delivers sci-fi action as survivors fight back.
- Day 2 - Shrouded Hamet: A mysterious sound-transmitting stone binds the fates of two young girls.
- Day 3 - A tale of the snake-catcher: A decree to hunt snakes forces a human to transform into a giant serpent.
"We are thrilled to return to LVL UP EXPO for our second consecutive year," said Mr. Leo Geng, Senior Vice President of iQIYI. "Our AI Theater offers a new way to experience storytelling, and thanks to our amazing partner Blacklyte, we can offer an immersive experience unlike anywhere else at the expo."
Global Success & 2026 Lineup
Following the global success of iQIYI's original Pursuit of Jade, iQIYI continues to demonstrate its ability to deliver high-performing content in international markets. iQIYI's 2026 original lineup features over 400 new titles, strengthening its content pipeline and long-term content supply. Highlights include fantasy romance Fate Chooses You starring Ren Jialun, and the highly anticipated romance drama Overdo starring Zhang Linghe and Wang Churan.
Visit the Blacklyte Booth co-presented with iQIYI for immersive AI Theater, VIP giveaways, free merch, and a photo booth.
Event Details: April 24–26, Las Vegas Convention Center, South Hall. Booth 317
Badges at https://lvlupexpo.com/
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iQIYI Returns to LVL UP EXPO 2026 in Las Vegas with Blacklyte, Debuting Peter Pau AI Theater and Immersive AI Experiences
2026 Mega Ice Hockey 5's Set to Begin on 23 April
Over 100 Teams Gather in Hong Kong To Compete and Share Ice Hockey Culture
HONG KONG, April 24, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The ice hockey craze is unstoppable! Presented by Kerry Properties and organised by MegaBox and Mega Ice, the 16th edition of the Mega Ice Hockey 5's will be held at Mega Ice in Kowloon Bay from 23 April to 9 May 2026. As Asia's largest and most competitive ice hockey league, the event attracted 109 teams from 16 countries and cities to compete in the men's, women's, adult, and youth categories.
2026 Mega Ice Hockey 5's is the largest ice hockey tournament in Asia by the number of participating teams. The event features ice hockey clubs from Australia, Canada, Thailand, the Philippines, Singapore, the United Arab Emirates, ten cities in China, including Beijing, Chongqing, Guangzhou, Hangzhou, Shanghai, Shenzhen, Taiyuan, Wuhan, Hong Kong, and Macau. A record high of 42 adult teams and 67 junior teams will participate in the tournament. The Youth Division games will be held from 23 April to 2 May, while the games of the Adult Division will take place from 4 May to 9 May. Members of the public are welcome to watch the matches free of charge at MegaBox.
This year, the organiser launched a special merchandise collection including a puck key chain, a collector's cup, a towel, a mini hockey stick and a limited-edition hockey bear.
Schedule of 2026 Mega Ice Hockey 5's:
https://www.megaice.com.hk/schedule
Speaking as an officiating guest at the kick-off ceremony, Ms April Kun, Head of Energising Kowloon East Office, said that as Hong Kong's CBD2, Kowloon East is a hub for culture, sports, leisure, entertainment and tourism, and a perfect stage for hosting international sports and mega entertainment events. She thanked Kerry Properties for bringing Hockey 5's - a major sports event -to Kowloon East, promoting Kowloon East as a diverse and attractive CBD.
Kerry Properties is honoured to return as the title sponsor of the Mega Ice Hockey 5's. As Asia's largest and most iconic annual ice hockey event. it goes beyond a mere tournament, bringing together ice hockey athletes and fans to celebrate the spirit of unity and promote sportsmanship.
Since 2018, the Mega Ice Hockey 5's has been broadcast live, allowing ice hockey fans around the world to watch the exciting game in real time. This year's Junior Finals and Adult Finals will be broadcast live online at www.youtube.com/MegaIceHK or Facebook: www.facebook.com/Hockey5s.
During the event, MegaBox will set up a large screen for multi-angle live broadcasts and offer interactive games, a photography workshop and a prize quiz, allowing the audience to immerse themselves in the jubilant carnival atmosphere.
Since its inception in 2008, the Mega Ice Hockey 5s has become a signature Asian event in the sport. The event is estimated to attract more than 5,000 spectators this year. Over the years, the event's widespread media coverage also helped promote the development of ice hockey. Since 2012, the event has become a Branding Hong Kong event promoted by the Hong Kong SAR government, representing Hong Kong's leading position in the sport.
2026 Mega Ice Hockey 5's continues to incorporate a charitable element - the "One Goal, One Coupon "campaign. For every goal scored during the tournament, the organiser will give away a coupon for admission to Mega Ice to the designated beneficiaries: Yan Oi Tong, Christian Family Services Centre, Feeding Hong Kong, and Caritas Hong Kong. That will give people from disadvantaged communities the opportunity to enjoy ice skating.
To learn more about 2026 Mega Ice Hockey 5's, please visit:
www.megaice.com.hk
www.facebook.com/Hockey5s
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Kerry Properties Presents Asia's Signature Ice Hockey Event
