ENJOY AI Launches First Americas Open, Expanding International AI and Robotics Education Network

SHANGHAI, Aug. 3, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- From July 18 to 20, the inaugural ENJOY AI 2026 Americas Open was held at the Pan Am Centre in Markham, Ontario, Canada, bringing together hundreds of young innovators from Canada, Mexico, Türkiye, and Ethiopia for robotics competition, hands-on AI and STEM learning, and cross-cultural collaboration.

Sponsored by WhalesBot and jointly organized by ENJOY AI, the Canadian National Robotics Society (CNRS), Kavosh Academy, and Hive5 Academy, the event marked ENJOY AI's first competition in the Americas and a new step in its growing international presence.

The event received strong support from the local government. Markham Mayor Frank Scarpitti welcomed the competition, saying, "It is an honour for Markham, Canada's high-tech capital, to host ENJOY AI Americas 2026."

During the event, the City of Markham presented ENJOY AI with a certificate of appreciation, recognizing its efforts to advance STEM education and empower young innovators. The recognition acknowledged ENJOY AI's contributions to robotics education while reflecting the event's growing international reach.

On the competition floor, participants programmed, tested, and refined their robots as they worked through a series of challenges. In the process, they applied their robotics knowledge, adapted their solutions, and demonstrated creativity and teamwork, while exchanging ideas with peers from different countries.

Alongside the robotics competition, the AI Tech Sector Stage was held at the same venue, featuring speakers from across the technology and innovation sectors who shared perspectives on AI development and emerging technologies. By bringing youth robotics and industry dialogue together, the event gave participants a broader view of the world of AI and technology beyond the competition floor.

"The competition demonstrated the incredible potential of young innovators when they are given the opportunity to collaborate across borders," said Samia Karimi Dastjerdi, Director of the Canadian National Robotics Society. As AI becomes part of everyday life, ENJOY AI creates a bridge between knowledge and application, giving students opportunities to turn ideas into working solutions through hands-on AI and robotics challenges.

WhalesBot's long-term support for ENJOY AI reflects a broader approach to AI and STEM education: meaningful learning should develop through a continuous learning pathway across ages and stages. By bringing together hardware, software, curriculum, and competition, WhalesBot helps students move from understanding core concepts to applying those concepts through physical AI and robotics. Within this learning ecosystem, competitions are one stage in a longer journey that begins with classroom exploration and continues through hands-on creation, experimentation, and collaboration.

About WhalesBot

WhalesBot Technology, founded in 2018 and headquartered in Shanghai, China, provides AI and STEM education solutions for learners aged 3 to 22, with more than 1 million units sold in over 80 countries and regions. WhalesBot also sponsors ENJOY AI, an international STEM and robotics competition built around creative robotics and coding challenges.

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ENJOY AI Launches First Americas Open, Expanding International AI and Robotics Education Network

SINGAPORE, Aug. 3, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- American Express today announced the launch of its Shop Small campaign for the seventh year in Singapore, part of its global initiative to support local businesses.  

From 4-31 August, eligible American Express Card Members who enrol in the Shop Small offer through the Amex app or website will receive S$3 back for every S$10 spent at approximately 3,600 participating businesses, up to five times^[1].

Ms Sharon Chew, Vice President and General Manager, Head of Global Merchant Services Asia for American Express, said, "Every year, Shop Small brings our Card Members together to support the local businesses that help make Singapore's neighbourhoods and communities truly special. We hope Card Members will discover new local favourites while continuing to support the businesses they already know and love."

Over the last seven years, Shop Small has reflected American Express' ongoing commitment to backing local businesses in Singapore, helping to drive repeat visits, customer loyalty, and long-term value to merchants.

Mr Ham Weng Seng, third-generation owner of mooncake bakery Tai Chong Kok said, "We're proud to say that we've been in business since 1935, all the while keeping true to our traditional recipes and methods. At the same time, we've adapted to stay relevant, expanding our presence, investing in branding, and reaching out to new audiences.

We appreciate the support that our longstanding customers have given us, as well as the new customers that we've reached through initiatives like Shop Small."

About Shop Small

Shop Small is a national movement founded by American Express in 2010 in the US to ignite passion for small and local businesses, call attention to the valuable contributions they make to their communities and the economy and encourage shoppers to support them. Learn more at americanexpress.com.sg/shopsmall.

About American Express

American Express (NYSE: AXP) is a global payments and premium lifestyle brand powered by technology. Our colleagues around the world back our customers with differentiated products, services, and experiences that enrich lives and build business success. 

Founded in 1850 and headquartered in New York, American Express' brand is built on trust, security, service, and a rich history of delivering innovation and Membership value for our customers. We seek to provide the world's best customer experience every day to a broad range of consumers, small and medium-sized businesses, and large corporations, and we build and manage relationships with millions of merchants across our global network. 

For more information about American Express, visit americanexpress.com, americanexpress.com/en-us/newsroom/, and ir.americanexpress.com. 

[1] Learn more about the offer at go.amex/shopsmallsg. Terms and conditions apply.

^[1] Learn more about the offer at go.amex/shopsmallsg. Terms and conditions apply.

                               

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American Express' Shop Small Returns for its Seventh Year to Celebrate and Support Local Businesses in Singapore