SHANGHAI, Oct. 20, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The 26th China International Industry Fair (CIIF) successfully concluded on October 16 at the National Exhibition and Convention Center (Shanghai), setting historical records across trade engagement, international participation, and digital reach.
Centered on the theme "Smart Economy, Boundless Manufacturing," CIIF 2026 solidified its status as a premier global industrial event. As of October 16 at 14:00, trade visits reached 255,600—a 14.1% increase compared to the previous edition, coming from 170 countries and regions. Among them, overseas visits reached 21,500, 3.12 times that of the previous edition, with the top 10 overseas countries and regions being South Korea, Russia, Thailand, Japan, Germany, Malaysia, Brazil, Canada, Turkey, and Singapore. Total online exposure surpassed 3.618 billion impressions, up 56.35% year-on-year.
A Global Benchmark for Industrial Excellence
Spanning 311,600 square meters across 10 theme shows, CIIF 2026 convened 3,247 exhibitors from 24 countries and regions. The five-day event featured a high-level opening ceremony, 12 keynote industry forums, and 225 concurrent events, drawing strategic insights from 21 domestic and foreign academicians.
More than 1,000 breakthrough technologies and products made their debut, highlighting over 600 representative achievements categorized under "Ultra-Large, Ultra-Small, Ultra-Intelligent, Ultra-Precise, and Ultra-Light." The event also honored industry excellence by awarding 10 CIIF Awards, 1 Special Organizing Committee Award, and 12 Professional Awards.
Systemic Synergy Driving Advanced Manufacturing
CIIF 2026 underscored a pivotal transition in advanced manufacturing—shifting from standalone digital solutions toward full-system synergy across "chips, software, machinery, and production lines." Guided by physical AI, embodied intelligence, and computing power, industrial systems are evolving into closed-loop ecosystems managed by smart factories and multi-element integration.
Multinational enterprises and foreign trade visitors increasingly viewed Shanghai and the Yangtze River Delta as an innovation origin and real-world proving ground for next-generation manufacturing paradigms. Overseas trade visitors emphasized the practical, production-line readiness of displayed technologies, demonstrating China's transition from process alignment to systemic architecture definition.
Over its 26 editions, CIIF has served as a mirror recording the evolution of advanced manufacturing. CIIF 2026 demonstrated that global manufacturing is increasingly orchestrating around full-chain synergy, establishing actionable standards and reproducible paradigms for the global smart economy.
About China International Industry Fair (CIIF) Launched in 1999, CIIF is China's longest-running national-level industrial exhibition held annually in Shanghai. Encompassing 10 professional theme shows across the smart and green manufacturing value chain, CIIF integrates exhibition, trade, awards, and forums to serve as an essential global industrial cooperation platform.
For more information, please visit: https://www.ciif-expo.com/homeEn
** This press release is distributed by PR Newswire through automated distribution system, for which the client assumes full responsibility. **
CIIF 2026 Sets Record Attendance and International Participation as Smart Manufacturing Paradigm Takes Center Stage
- Text, image, and video inputs generate audio and enable detailed modification through "Multitrack"
- Special release promotion offers 50% discount on the first month's subscription fee and bonus points
- Conversational AI "Sound Agent" uses natural language processing, allowing intuitive and accurate arrangements
- Desktop application and Unity plugin allow seamless integration with existing workflows
SEOUL, South Korea, Oct. 21, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Create and arrange a variety of sounds for a single scene with VARCO Sound, the multitrack AI sound generator.
Multimodal AI company NC AI announced the official release of its generative AI platform, VARCO Sound, on the 20th. Users can easily generate and edit scene-appropriate audio using text, images, and videos. VARCO Sound is designed to help developers and producers who are unfamiliar with sound design bring their creative ideas to life with high-quality soundtracks.
Users can also access the web version of VARCO Sound by signing up on the official website.
NC AI also announced a promotion for VARCO Sound and the AI 3D generator VARCO 3D, running until Nov. 30 following the release. The offer supports continued creation by making AI-based content generation tools more accessible and is available to both new members and existing members who have been using the free version.
Users who make their first purchase during the promotion can receive a 50% discount on the first month of their subscription. Additional bonus points will also be provided, with higher-tier subscriptions receiving even more points. This offer is available once per account for VARCO Sound and VARCO 3D each.
Events will also be held in the official VARCO Discord community. Users who join through the dedicated links provided in each service announcement can enjoy one month of free access to the VARCO 3D Plus plan or the VARCO Sound Lite plan. The first 100 users to join the community will receive the exclusive "VARCO OG" title. In addition, the top five users who share game assets created with VARCO 3D in the community will be selected to receive service credits and titles. Event periods and participation details are available in the Discord announcements for each service
VARCO Sound is a comprehensive platform that allows users to generate and fine-tune audio tracks for content such as games, videos, and animations. Users can describe the desired audio through text or upload an image or video, and the AI analyzes the input to generate scene-appropriate Foley sounds, sound effects, ambient audio, and more.
The tool's most unique feature is its ability to provide separate tracks for each audio source rather than a single audio file. Users can check each track individually, adjust its volume, or replace specific sound effects to further polish the result and better realize their creative vision.
In addition, the "Variation" feature allows users to build on their existing work. Users can upload an original sample to generate variations while preserving its texture and nuance. This substantially reduces the time required to refine ideas and develop prototypes.
The entire generation and editing process can be conducted through natural language using the conversational AI "Sound Agent." A simple description of the desired outcome is analyzed by the AI agent, which automatically applies the appropriate features, lowering the entry barrier for new users.
Furthermore, VARCO Sound comes with an automatic volume mixer feature that prevents sounds from clashing when multiple tracks are played simultaneously. The AI examines and adjusts the volume balance between different tracks so that no sound is too loud or too quiet.
Currently, the maximum length of an audio file that can be generated is 60 seconds, and NC AI plans to continue improving the tool's performance to support video inputs of up to 120 seconds.
NC AI has also released a desktop application and a Unity plugin that allows the tool to seamlessly integrate into the existing workflows of creators. Assets created through the desktop application can be dragged and dropped into other DAWs for immediate use. A personalized library search feature based on natural language and audio will be added in the future to further streamline each user's workflow.
Moreover, the Unity plugin was selected as a Unity Verified Solution, demonstrating its performance and compatibility. The plugin allows game developers to stay within the Unity engine while creating audio tracks using just text and images and immediately apply them to their projects using the built-in editing tools.
NC AI's CEO Yeonsoo Lee said, "VARCO Sound has evolved into an 'AI platform designed for professional needs' that boosts creators' efficiency without disrupting their existing workflows." Yeonsoo Lee added, "We will establish a new paradigm in the global audio creation ecosystem through continuous technological advancement and seamless integration with a wide range of external platforms."
About NC AI
NC AI leverages over a decade of game AI expertise to develop advanced multimodal and Physical
AI solutions for digital content and industrial sectors. Under its proprietary VARCO brand, the company delivers generative AI tools spanning text, audio, and 3D assets. Under the VAETKI brand, NC AI expanding into Physical AI including Digital Twins, World Models, and Robot Foundation Models (RFM). NC AI applies virtual simulation and reinforcement learning to mission-critical industries like defense and smart manufacturing, seamlessly connecting digital intelligence to physical execution.
NC AI Official Website and Social Media
| Websites Company Website: https://nc-ai.com/
Official LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/nc-ai/
Official Blog: https://medium.com/nc-ai
Official Instagram Account: https://www.instagram.com/ncai_official/
Official YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@nc_ai/
Official Discord: https://discord.gg/uTBqazNuKr
SEOUL, South Korea, Oct. 21, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Create and arrange a variety of sounds for a single scene with VARCO Sound, the multitrack AI sound generator.
Multimodal AI company NC AI announced the official release of its generative AI platform, VARCO Sound, on the 20th. Users can easily generate and edit scene-appropriate audio using text, images, and videos. VARCO Sound is designed to help developers and producers who are unfamiliar with sound design bring their creative ideas to life with high-quality soundtracks.
Users can also access the web version of VARCO Sound by signing up on the official website.
NC AI also announced a promotion for VARCO Sound and the AI 3D generator VARCO 3D, running until Nov. 30 following the release. The offer supports continued creation by making AI-based content generation tools more accessible and is available to both new members and existing members who have been using the free version.
Users who make their first purchase during the promotion can receive a 50% discount on the first month of their subscription. Additional bonus points will also be provided, with higher-tier subscriptions receiving even more points. This offer is available once per account for VARCO Sound and VARCO 3D each.
Events will also be held in the official VARCO Discord community. Users who join through the dedicated links provided in each service announcement can enjoy one month of free access to the VARCO 3D Plus plan or the VARCO Sound Lite plan. The first 100 users to join the community will receive the exclusive "VARCO OG" title. In addition, the top five users who share game assets created with VARCO 3D in the community will be selected to receive service credits and titles. Event periods and participation details are available in the Discord announcements for each service
VARCO Sound is a comprehensive platform that allows users to generate and fine-tune audio tracks for content such as games, videos, and animations. Users can describe the desired audio through text or upload an image or video, and the AI analyzes the input to generate scene-appropriate Foley sounds, sound effects, ambient audio, and more.
The tool's most unique feature is its ability to provide separate tracks for each audio source rather than a single audio file. Users can check each track individually, adjust its volume, or replace specific sound effects to further polish the result and better realize their creative vision.
In addition, the "Variation" feature allows users to build on their existing work. Users can upload an original sample to generate variations while preserving its texture and nuance. This substantially reduces the time required to refine ideas and develop prototypes.
The entire generation and editing process can be conducted through natural language using the conversational AI "Sound Agent." A simple description of the desired outcome is analyzed by the AI agent, which automatically applies the appropriate features, lowering the entry barrier for new users.
Furthermore, VARCO Sound comes with an automatic volume mixer feature that prevents sounds from clashing when multiple tracks are played simultaneously. The AI examines and adjusts the volume balance between different tracks so that no sound is too loud or too quiet.
Currently, the maximum length of an audio file that can be generated is 60 seconds, and NC AI plans to continue improving the tool's performance to support video inputs of up to 120 seconds.
NC AI has also released a desktop application and a Unity plugin that allows the tool to seamlessly integrate into the existing workflows of creators. Assets created through the desktop application can be dragged and dropped into other DAWs for immediate use. A personalized library search feature based on natural language and audio will be added in the future to further streamline each user's workflow.
Moreover, the Unity plugin was selected as a Unity Verified Solution, demonstrating its performance and compatibility. The plugin allows game developers to stay within the Unity engine while creating audio tracks using just text and images and immediately apply them to their projects using the built-in editing tools.
NC AI's CEO Yeonsoo Lee said, "VARCO Sound has evolved into an 'AI platform designed for professional needs' that boosts creators' efficiency without disrupting their existing workflows." Yeonsoo Lee added, "We will establish a new paradigm in the global audio creation ecosystem through continuous technological advancement and seamless integration with a wide range of external platforms."
About NC AI
NC AI leverages over a decade of game AI expertise to develop advanced multimodal and Physical
AI solutions for digital content and industrial sectors. Under its proprietary VARCO brand, the company delivers generative AI tools spanning text, audio, and 3D assets. Under the VAETKI brand, NC AI expanding into Physical AI including Digital Twins, World Models, and Robot Foundation Models (RFM). NC AI applies virtual simulation and reinforcement learning to mission-critical industries like defense and smart manufacturing, seamlessly connecting digital intelligence to physical execution.
NC AI Official Website and Social Media
| Websites Company Website: https://nc-ai.com/
Official LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/nc-ai/
Official Blog: https://medium.com/nc-ai
Official Instagram Account: https://www.instagram.com/ncai_official/
Official YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@nc_ai/
Official Discord: https://discord.gg/uTBqazNuKr
** This press release is distributed by PR Newswire through automated distribution system, for which the client assumes full responsibility. **
NC AI Officially Releases VARCO Sound, the Generative AI Sound Production Service
