Group 1 - The new snack brand TASTELAB held its launch event in Shanghai, focusing on the theme "Let Taste Be Seen," emphasizing its core belief of being "delicious and sophisticated" [1] - Consumer expectations for snacks have evolved from simply "eating happily" to "eating safely, exquisitely, and meaningfully," indicating a shift in the market where snacks are seen as symbols of emotion and personality [1] - TASTELAB aims to break the industry pain point of balancing taste and health, positioning itself to respond to market expectations through innovation and a commitment to quality, health, and aesthetics [1] Group 2 - A strategic partnership was formed between TASTELAB and Jiangnan University to establish a joint laboratory, highlighting the brand's commitment to high standards and its "health science" values [1] - The collaboration will focus on three key areas: the synthesis and natural extraction of new food functional factors, innovative applications of new physical processing technologies, and the development of functional snacks tailored to specific health demands [2] - The partnership aims to leverage the strengths of academic research and market insights to drive innovation and upgrade in the food industry [2]