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NetDragon Websoft Holdings Limited (NDWTY) develops internet, mobile, gaming and education technology platforms, with recent company updates centered on AI-enabled learning and digital education initiatives. News about the company covers AI education platforms, the AI Content Factory, EDA learning tools, and collaborations with public-sector education organizations, universities and international institutions.
Recurring coverage also includes NetDragon's gaming and application services business, AI applications for gaming and education, subsidiary activity involving Cherrypicks, operating and financial results, shareholder return actions, capital-structure disclosures, and governance matters tied to its public-company reporting profile.
NetDragon Websoft Holdings (Hong Kong: 0777) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU) to establish a strategic partnership focused on educational technology innovation. The collaboration encompasses three key areas: joint development of an AI learning platform, collaborative research in EdTech, and facilitation of academic exchange programs among tertiary institutions globally.
The partnership aims to enhance student learning experiences through AI technology integration and promote EdTech applications in higher education. The collaboration will leverage PolyU's academic resources and NetDragon's expertise in AI and EdTech to develop innovative educational solutions. NetDragon, established in 1999, is known for online gaming and educational technology, with its education subsidiary Mynd.ai having interactive technology present in over 1 million learning spaces across 126 countries.
NetDragon reported its 2024 interim financial results, showing resilience amid challenges. Key highlights include:
- Revenue decreased 10.3% YoY to RMB3.30 billion
- Gaming revenue increased 2.1% YoY to RMB1.36 billion
- EBITDA increased 12.9% YoY to RMB1.04 billion
- Profit attributable to owners decreased 20.0% YoY to RMB400 million
The company saw growth in its domestic PC gaming business, driven by flagship IPs like Eudemons, Conquer, and Heroes Evolved. New game launches are expected to drive future growth. The education subsidiary Mynd.ai faced industry-wide softening demand but improved gross margins. NetDragon is pursuing cost optimization and evolving towards an integrated software and service model in education technology.
NetDragon and EDA (Thailand) have announced a strategic initiative with Thailand's Ministry of Higher Education, Science, Research and Innovation (MHESI) to revolutionize education through an AI-powered platform called aom-ai. The platform, set to launch later this year, is being previewed at the MHESI Fair SCI Power for Future Thailand expo from July 22 to 28, 2024.
Aom-ai is designed to personalize education experiences, adapt to individual learning styles, and support lifelong learning. It will offer self-paced learning, accredited certifications, and aim to prepare Thai citizens for the digital economy. NetDragon's booth at the expo features an Immersive Learning Zone and an Independent Learning Zone, showcasing various educational technologies.
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