Start your day with the stories shaping Singapore — and your place in it.
Join Neil Humphreys and Audrey Siek as they cover the biggest headlines, trending topics, and everyday conversations, unpacked through fresh perspectives, expert insights, and engaging discussion. 
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Start your day with the stories shaping Singapore — and your place in it.

Join Neil Humphreys and Audrey Siek as they cover the biggest headlines, trending topics, and everyday conversations, unpacked through fresh perspectives, expert insights, and engaging discussion. From current affairs and social issues to lifestyle trends and community voices, each segment offers a different lens on what’s happening — and what’s worth your attention.

And it’s not just talk — it’s your voice. Through polls, messages, and live call-ins, listeners are part of the conversation, sharing their views and shaping the discussion in real time. With a mix of clarity, curiosity, and personality, Let’s Talk, Singapore keeps you informed, connected, and ready for the day ahead.

From current affairs and social issues to lifestyle trends and community voices, each segment offers a different lens on what’s happening — and what’s worth your attention.

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Start your day on a positive note with Live Well with Michelle Martin.
The show explores wellbeing in all its dimensions — from self-awareness and personal growth to money, investing, and everyday lifestyle. Through thoughtful interviews and engaging conversations, Michelle speaks with experts and changemakers on living and ageing well, while helping you discover new ideas — from great books on READ and inspiring voices on INFLUENCE, to practical financial insights on MONEY AND ME.

In a fast-moving world that can often feel overwhelming, Live Well offers a refreshing counterpoint — with insights, ideas and stories that help you feel informed, empowered and ready to take on the day.

Start your day on a positive note with Live Well with Michelle Martin.

The show explores wellbeing in all its dimensions — from self-awareness and personal growth to money, investing, and everyday lifestyle. Through thoughtful interviews and engaging conversations, Michelle speaks with experts and changemakers on living and ageing well, while helping you discover new ideas — from great books on READ and inspiring voices on INFLUENCE, to practical financial insights on MONEY AND ME.

In a fast-moving world that can often feel overwhelming, Live Well offers a refreshing counterpoint — with insights, ideas and stories that help you feel informed, empowered and ready to take on the day.

Start your day on a positive note with Live Well with Michelle Martin.

Michelle Martin

Live Well with Michelle

Anthea Ng

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Take a step back, refocus, and Reset with Lynlee.
Airing weekdays from 1pm to 4pm, the show brings clarity to the stories shaping Singapore and the world — from current affairs and global developments to business trends and industry shifts. Through insightful conversations and fresh perspectives, Lynlee explores what’s driving the headlines and where things are heading next.

Featuring segments like Viewpoint, Industry Insight and Suite Talk, Reset goes beyond the noise to offer thoughtful analysis, real-world context and ideas that help you recalibrate for the rest of your day.

We delve into the latest news, current events, and market updates to provide you with valuable insights into making informed financial decisions.

Take a step back, refocus, and Reset with Lynlee.

Every weekday, Lynlee Foo speaks with the people behind the biggest stories in business, technology and society to help you understand not just what's happening—but why it matters and what's coming next.

From AI and consumer behaviour to leadership, geopolitics and the economy, Reset cuts through the headlines with intelligent, engaging conversations that help you make sense of a rapidly changing world.

Featuring Viewpoint, Industry Insight and Suite Talk, each episode offers practical insights, fresh perspectives and meaningful conversations with experts, business leaders and decision-makers.

Take a step back, refocus, and Reset with Lynlee.

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Your Way Home with Hongbin Jeong is your 4–8pm drive companion, guiding you through the day’s biggest headlines, trending conversations and the issues shaping Singapore and the world.

From news and current affairs to lifestyle insights and generational perspectives, the show helps you make sense of what’s happening — with clarity, context and a touch of personality.

Whether you’re catching up after a long day or tuning in on the move, Your Way Home keeps you informed, engaged and connected — all the way home. 

And she closes the day with a song that says it all.

Your Way Home with Hongbin Jeong is your 4–8pm drive companion, guiding you through the day’s biggest headlines, trending conversations and the issues shaping Singapore and the world.

From news and current affairs to lifestyle insights and generational perspectives, the show helps you make sense of what’s happening — with clarity, context and a touch of personality.

Whether you’re catching up after a long day or tuning in on the move, Your Way Home keeps you informed, engaged and connected — all the way home.

And she closes the day with a song that says it all.

Your Way Home with Hongbin Jeong is your 4–8pm drive companion,

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Your Way Home with Hongbin Jeong

Nadiah Koh, Nazirul Asrar

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Start your weekend right with Saturday Mornings for sharp commentary on the stories that matter — without losing the lighter side of the weekend. Informative, conversational, and always relevant — Saturday Mornings with Glenn van Zutphen, only on MONEY FM 89.3.

Start your weekend right with Glenn van Zutphen and an interesting mix of guests. Weekly news commentary with international journalists, and tidbits on Singapore's most interesting places with award-winning author Neil Humphreys.

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<table name="logo_release" border="0" cellspacing="10" cellpadding="5" align="right"> <tbody> <tr> <td><img src="https://mmx.prnasia.com/media/MS1972381/icon-with-subtitle.jpg?id=OA2898015&amp;p=medium600" border="0" alt="" title="logo" hspace="0" vspace="0" width="118" /></td> </tr> </tbody> </table> TRACES moves beyond static datasets and answer keys, testing whether AI can navigate real-world scientific environments, adapt to feedback and produce verifiable discoveries REDWOOD CITY, Calif., Aug. 20, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Apodex today introduced TRACES, a novel benchmark designed to evaluate AI on one of the hardest challenges in artificial intelligence: working on real-world problems where the answer may not yet be known. <div class="PRN_ImbeddedAssetReference" id="DivAssetPlaceHolder1"> </div> Most AI benchmarks begin with an answer key. They measure whether a model can retrieve established knowledge, solve a predefined problem, write correct code or reproduce a known result. Scientific discovery is different. Researchers often begin without knowing the answer, and sometimes without knowing whether their initial hypothesis is correct. Progress may require searching vast bodies of evidence, using specialized tools, maintaining competing hypotheses, running experiments, learning from failure and repeatedly revising a line of inquiry before reaching a conclusion that can withstand verification. In some scientific problems, the ultimate answer may not become known until months or years later. TRACES is designed for that world. Rather than treating a benchmark as a static dataset with hidden answers, TRACES transforms real-world problems into executable environments where AI systems can observe, act, use tools, learn from feedback and work toward verifiable outcomes. The process&nbsp;of such AI systems interacting with executable environments are also evaluated along six TRACES capabilities, novel evaluation metrics which we design specifically for the purpose of evaluating discoverative AI. Together, these real-world problems, executable environments and evaluation frameworks form the TRACES benchmark. &quot;TRACES is a benchmark designed specifically to evaluate progress in discoverative AI,&quot; said Dr. Sheng Wang, Lead Scientist at Apodex, who leads discovery and evaluation. &quot;It brings together sophisticated efforts in scouting high-value real-world problems, assembling the tools and data needed to build executable environments, and developing a novel scoring system that evaluates not only outcomes but also the discovery process. We believe TRACES represents an important milestone in the development of discoverative AI.&quot; Beyond Static Benchmarks: Toward Executable Environments TRACES is built around a different conception of AI evaluation. Instead of presenting a model with a question and scoring only its final answer, a TRACES environment gives an AI system an environment in which to work. Depending on the problem, that environment may include scientific literature, structured datasets, code execution, specialized scientific tools, simulators, folding engines, experimental feedback or other interfaces. The system must decide what to do, interpret what happens, update its approach and continue working toward a verifiable outcome. The full trajectory can then be evaluated alongside the final result. TRACES: Six Capabilities for Discovery Discoverative AI aims at answering open-ended, high-value questions, many of which may lack outcome feedback. It is therefore essential to evaluate and verify the process&nbsp;of such systems, essential for the success of discoverative AI. To this end, within these environments, TRACES evaluates six capabilities Apodex considers fundamental to long-horizon, verifiable problem solving: <ul type="disc"> <li>T — Tools: selecting, calling and correctly interpreting external tools</li> <li>R — Repair: locating and correcting its own errors once feedback arrives</li> <li>A — Alternatives: laying out competing hypotheses and keeping or discarding them as evidence accumulates</li> <li>C — Coherence: holding state, constraints and logic intact across a long chain of work</li> <li>E — Evidence: grounding every conclusion in observation, data, experiment or citation</li> <li>S — Scope: stating the conditions under which a conclusion holds, and where it does not apply</li> </ul> &quot;The TRACES process verification is what makes the benchmark unique,&quot; said Brian Wang, AI Research Scientist at Apodex. &quot;In scientific discovery, the answer is one line at the end of hundreds of judgments — what to try next, when the evidence is enough, when to abandon a hypothesis. The capability lives there, and scoring only the last line throws away almost all of it. Our TRACES verifier systematically scores the quality of process, which is essential for evaluating and improving AI systems for long-horizon, open-ended discoverative jobs.&quot; Together, these dimensions evaluate more than whether an AI produced the right final answer. They evaluate how the system got there. A scientifically plausible answer is not enough if the system used the wrong tool, ignored contradictory evidence, failed to consider alternative explanations or made a claim broader than its evidence supports. The objective is to evaluate both outcome and process — what the system discovered and whether the path it took supports the conclusion. Verifying the Path, Not Only the Answer In TRACES, AI systems are evaluated both by outcome and process verifiers. The outcome verifier grades a submission against hidden ground truth; the process evaluation asks whether the conclusion was earned — whether the path that produced it is one that would hold up on the next problem. Both matter, but for discoverative AI, process verification is arguably more important,&nbsp; evaluating submissions along the six fundamental TRACES capabilities. TRACES makes each of the generic capabilities concrete for different environments. Evidence fidelity (E), for instance, could take different forms: where a solver must propose a candidate that will later be tested in the physical world, it asks whether the proposal rests on a prediction the solver actually ran under its limited feedback budget rather than on asserted plausibility; where the deliverable is a report that must survive audit, it asks whether every figure traces to a procedure genuinely executed on the population it claims to describe. Decomposing TRACES capabilities into problem-specific atomic skills or subrubrics, TRACES verification offers targeted process evaluation and diagnostic feedback. Evaluators do not assign a free-form score — they match observed evidence against explicit written descriptions of each scoring band, and every finding is anchored to specific steps in the recorded trajectory. An independent model then reviews the result, and disagreement triggers a re-score and final adjudication. Calibrations between process verification and hidden outcomes, and verification-repair loops are also carried out to ensure the validity of our process verifier. Beyond What AI Knows: Measuring What It Can Discover As AI moves deeper into science, the distinction between knowing and discovering becomes increasingly important. A model can summarize what humanity already knows about a disease and still fail to identify a new therapeutic opportunity. It can understand published protein science and still fail to design a biological candidate that works when tested. It can produce an elegant scientific explanation that collapses when confronted with new evidence. Discovery begins where the answer key ends. TRACES is Apodex's attempt to evaluate AI at that boundary. About Apodex Apodex is building Discoverative AI: artificial intelligence that discovers unknown things from known knowledge, rather than just generating outputs from material already in the training distribution. At the core is the company's Self-Evolving Solver, a system built for real-world problems: questions with no answer in any dataset, where every reasoning step can be audited, and every improvement is earned through verified discovery. Apodex's founding thesis is that scale and data alone cannot cross the barrier from pattern-matching to genuine discovery. Crossing it requires new ideas from neuroscience, information theory, physics, and formal verification — and the people sharp enough to bring them. Apodex is hiring across research, engineering, and open-source contributions. Learn more at <a href="https://edge.prnewswire.com/c/link/?t=0&amp;l=en&amp;o=4755698-1&amp;h=3049835389&amp;u=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.apodex.com%2F&amp;a=www.apodex.com" target="_blank" rel="nofollow" style="color: #0000FF">www.apodex.com</a>. Participation and Access TRACES is open for participation, and Apodex is actively seeking both solver systems&nbsp;to evaluate and new problems to build. Teams building a solver system — a model, a harness, an agent loop, or all three — can submit it for evaluation on our benchmark, including on the TRACES capabilities, through <a href="https://edge.prnewswire.com/c/link/?t=0&amp;l=en&amp;o=4755698-1&amp;h=311738145&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fdiscovery.apodex.com%2Fsubmit-solver.html&amp;a=https%3A%2F%2Fdiscovery.apodex.com%2Fsubmit-solver.html" target="_blank" rel="nofollow" style="color: #0000FF">https://discovery.apodex.com/submit-solver.html</a>. No integration work is required from the submitting team: every system enters through the same fixed episode interface, and Apodex performs that work in collaboration with the submitter. Researchers and organizations holding a consequential problem from their own field — one they believe an AI system should be able to attack — can propose it through <a href="https://edge.prnewswire.com/c/link/?t=0&amp;l=en&amp;o=4755698-1&amp;h=1848605472&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fdiscovery.apodex.com%2Fsubmit-problem.html&amp;a=https%3A%2F%2Fdiscovery.apodex.com%2Fsubmit-problem.html" target="_blank" rel="nofollow" style="color: #0000FF">https://discovery.apodex.com/submit-problem.html</a>, and Apodex will work with them to turn it into an executable environment with both outcome and process verifiers. For More Information The complete framework, including the problem-scouting process behind the 423 high-value problems assembled from a survey of 561 industries across 16 sectors, the environment and episode design, the process metric, and full results, is documented in the following technical report and websites: <a href="https://edge.prnewswire.com/c/link/?t=0&amp;l=en&amp;o=4755698-1&amp;h=3368148958&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fdiscovery.apodex.com%2Fenvironments.html&amp;a=Explore+TRACES+and+its+environments" target="_blank" rel="nofollow" style="color: #0000FF">Explore TRACES and its environments</a>&nbsp; <a href="https://edge.prnewswire.com/c/link/?t=0&amp;l=en&amp;o=4755698-1&amp;h=2992328862&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Farxiv.org%2Fpdf%2F2608.11341&amp;a=Read+the+TRACES+technical+paper+on+arXiv" target="_blank" rel="nofollow" style="color: #0000FF">Read the TRACES technical paper on arXiv</a>&nbsp; Media Contact TEAM LEWIS: <a href="mailto:apodex@teamlewis.com" rel="nofollow" style="color: #0000FF">apodex@teamlewis.com</a>

Apodex Launches TRACES, a Benchmark for Scientific Discovery

At 2026 WRC in Beijing, demonstrations show how embodied AI moves from data and skills to robots operating in logistics and real homes. BEIJING, Aug. 19, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- X Square Robot, an embodied AI company building general-purpose robots and foundation models for real-world environments, opens its exhibit today at the World Robot Conference (WRC 2026), running August 19 to 23 in Beijing. At Booth C107, demonstrations present a continuous technology path from embodied data collection and foundation model development to robots operating in commercial and everyday environments. <div class="PRN_ImbeddedAssetReference" id="DivAssetPlaceHolder3133" style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; WIDTH: 100%"> <a href="https://mmx.prnasia.com/media/MS1972267/20260819081219EDT_image_1.jpg?id=OA2897385&amp;p=medium600" target="_blank" style="color: #0000FF"><img src="https://mmx.prnasia.com/media/MS1972267/20260819081219EDT_image_1.jpg?id=OA2897385&amp;p=medium600" title="X Square Robot at the World Robot Conference 2026" alt="X Square Robot at the World Robot Conference 2026" /></a> X Square Robot at the World Robot Conference 2026 </div> The exhibit starts with a logistics sorting station powered by X Square Robot's self-developed embodied AI model called WALL-B and high-performance six-axis robotic arms. The robots autonomously identify, pick, reorient, move and feed parcels with different sizes, weights, materials and shapes, including soft packages requiring label flattening and boxes requiring orientation adjustments for downstream scanning. In a livestreamed demonstration on August 12, the system achieved 1,816 parcels per hour with over 98% accuracy, demonstrating its ability to handle variable parcels, continuous feeding and abnormal situations in a real logistics workflow. The company is also bringing embodied AI into the home. The X Family Member Program recreates a real home around &quot;a day in the life,&quot; covering entertainment, family meals, leaving home and remote interaction through an app. In May, the program also placed robots into real households for extended interaction and experience, providing a more realistic environment for exploring how robots can fit into everyday family life. Separately, X Square Robot has partnered with 58.com to provide paid home-cleaning services in China. At the flower-arranging station, visitors can give the robot a natural-language instruction, such as a preference for a particular color of rose. The robot interprets the instruction, selects the appropriate flower and completes the multi-step arrangement. The task also adapts when flower order or object positions change, demonstrating the coordination of language understanding, visual perception and precise physical action over a longer sequence of tasks. The remaining demonstrations show how the underlying capabilities are developed. QUANXTA Zero is an integrated embodied-data production platform that enables robot training data to be collected without requiring a robot body, while supporting data processing, annotation, training and evaluation. Another demonstration focuses on dexterous-hand skills, showcasing a general-purpose skill production platform that supports fine manipulation capabilities such as grasping, twisting, opening and tool use through a fan-handling task. Together, the demonstrations illustrate X Square Robot's approach to embodied AI: connecting data, models, skills and robotic hardware to build robots that can perceive, reason and act across increasingly complex real-world tasks — from logistics and industrial operations to homes and everyday environments. About X Square Robot X Square Robot develops general-purpose embodied intelligence robots with high-precision manipulation capabilities. The company is building foundation models for the physical world, integrating models, robotic hardware and scalable, model-driven high-quality data pipeline system. Its robots are designed to perceive, reason and act across long-horizon tasks in home and everyday environments, research and education, logistics and warehousing, and industrial operations. For more information, visit <a href="https://x2robot.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow" style="color: #0000FF">https://x2robot.com/</a>. <div class="PRN_ImbeddedAssetReference" id="DivAssetPlaceHolder0"> </div>

X Square Robot Shows the Full Embodied AI Loop at WRC 2026: From Foundation Model to Real-World Deployment

HAI PHONG, Vietnam, Aug. 19, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Running from August 12 to August 20, 2026, the series of events under the 73rd Miss World pageant at Dragon Ocean Do Son International Tourist Area has officially drawn to a close, creating major momentum for&nbsp;Hai Phong's tourism industry. Beyond a global pageant, the journey through the port city served as a vital cultural bridge, introducing a modern, vibrant, and culturally rich Vietnam to an international audience. <div class="PRN_ImbeddedAssetReference" id="DivAssetPlaceHolder1551" style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; WIDTH: 100%"> <a href="https://mmx.prnasia.com/media/MS1972191/20260819043216EDT_image_1.jpg?id=OA2896776&amp;p=medium600" target="_blank" style="color: #0000FF"><img src="https://mmx.prnasia.com/media/MS1972191/20260819043216EDT_image_1.jpg?id=OA2896776&amp;p=medium600" title="Mr. Pham Minh Hieu, General Director of Van Huong Investment and Tourism Joint Stock Company, the developer of Dragon Ocean Do Son, receives a commemorative medal from the Miss World Organizing Committee." alt="Mr. Pham Minh Hieu, General Director of Van Huong Investment and Tourism Joint Stock Company, the developer of Dragon Ocean Do Son, receives a commemorative medal from the Miss World Organizing Committee." /></a> Mr. Pham Minh Hieu, General Director of Van Huong Investment and Tourism Joint Stock Company, the developer of Dragon Ocean Do Son, receives a commemorative medal from the Miss World Organizing Committee. </div> Dragon Ocean Do Son impresses with world-class, integrated infrastructure Dragon Ocean Do Son was officially selected by the 73rd Miss World Organization as the host venue for the entire series of key activities in Hai Phong. The event welcomed nearly 120 global contestants, alongside the Miss World Organization and an extensive delegation of domestic and international press, presenting a rigorous test of operational capacity across luxury hospitality, sports, stage production, and eco-tourism. Reflecting on the milestone, Mr. Pham Minh Hieu, General Director of Van Huong Investment and Tourism Joint Stock Company, the developer of Dragon Ocean Do Son, emphasized: &quot;Partnering with Miss World 2026 is both a privilege and a vital opportunity to demonstrate our operational capability in hosting world-class events. We aim to go beyond simply providing accommodations or facilities; through every contestant's journey, we want to tell the story of a dynamic, modern Hai Phong that remains deeply connected to its natural beauty and local heritage.&quot; Proactive operational execution, combined with an &quot;all-in-one&quot; integrated ecosystem at Dragon Ocean Do Son, proved instrumental in ensuring the event series ran safely and on schedule while leaving a professional impression on the international Organizing Committee. A multi-sensory odyssey: from championship golf to eco-adventure and world-class entertainment On August 14 and 15, the Miss World Organization and Dragon Ocean Do Son successfully executed a diverse array of experiential activities, offering delegates a multifaceted perspective on Hai Phong as a premier destination. The itinerary began with an exhibition round at Dragon Golf Links, Northern Vietnam's first 27-hole international championship course, built entirely over the sea and designed by Greg Norman Golf Course Design. Set against the panoramic sea and sky of Do Son, the experience highlighted Hai Phong's rising profile as a luxury sports and resort destination. The journey continued at the Dragon Mangrove Forest, a coastal ecosystem spanning over 282 hectares. Here, delegates planted nearly 200 mangrove trees, reinforcing a message of sustainability and marine conservation. Contestants also immersed themselves in coastal heritage, catching crabs and snails, hand-painting national flags on traditional conical hats (n&oacute;n l&aacute;), and sampling regional OCOP specialties (Bang La jujubes, green bean cakes, and Nui Ngoc tea), offering a genuine encounter with Vietnamese culture, the daily lives and distinctive cuisine of local fishing communities in this port city. The experiential energy surged at Legend Park, a mythical-themed amusement park where delegates took on nearly 20 state-of-the-art thrill rides. Simultaneously, other contestant groups immersed themselves in the refreshing waters and vibrant atmosphere of Dragon Beach, weaving together an itinerary that seamlessly blended athletics, eco-tourism, culture, and entertainment. Triumphant execution of Miss World 2026 pageant segments In addition to destination experiences, Dragon Ocean Do Son successfully hosted several major competition segments of the 73rd Miss World pageant. The official proceedings commenced on August 13 with the Press Conference &amp; Sash Ceremony at the upscale Dream Dragon Resort. The defining moment arrived as pageant officials presented each contestant with their official country sash. Before the international press corps, donning the national sash marked the formal beginning of their quest for the crown while honoring their role as cultural ambassadors. On August 17, the newly introduced Head Chef Beauty challenge transformed the culinary spaces at Dream Dragon Resort into a global cultural exchange. Supported by a professional culinary team, contestants collaborated to craft dishes fusing international techniques with signature Vietnamese ingredients. Finland's Kiia Huutoniemi commended the spirit of teamwork and the rich variety of local produce. Meanwhile, host delegate Le Nguyen Bao Ngoc of Vietnam and her team secured a victory with their refined Lotus Stem Salad with Shrimp and Pork, presenting the subtle flavors of Vietnamese cuisine to the global panel. The media highlight arrived on the evening of August 18 with the Vietnam Beauty Fashion Fest (VBFF) XVI, which doubled as the pageant's Top Model competition at Dragon Beach Square. Widely regarded as one of the largest-scale artistic highlights of the event, the beachfront stage harnessed the natural backdrop of the Do Son sunset over open waters as a natural canvas for the collections. Outstanding technical execution, spanning concert-grade acoustics, dynamic lighting, and precise stage management for nearly 120 delegates at Dragon Beach Square, delivered a high-fashion spectacle showcasing world-class runway talent. On the afternoon of August 19, the Hai Phong leg concluded on a high note with the high-intensity Miss Sport (Sport Challenge). Nearly 120 delegates tested their endurance on a 1.25 km track run to determine the top qualifiers. The competition reached its peak as the Top 20 advanced to a back-to-back aquatic challenge featuring kayaking (40 m&times;2) and swimming (40 m). The emotional awards presentation at the Lagoon area celebrated the athletic discipline, resilience, and physical fitness of the global delegates, while showcasing Dragon Ocean Do Son's infrastructure for multi-sport international events. The Miss World 2026 itinerary at Dragon Ocean Do Son concluded with strong, positive media coverage. By integrating global pageant milestones with real-world destination experiences, from oceanfront golf and mangrove conservation to grand coastal squares, the event successfully positioned Hai Phong as a diverse destination for tourism, ready to host major international cultural and sporting events in the future. <div class="PRN_ImbeddedAssetReference" id="DivAssetPlaceHolder0"> </div>

Miss World 2026 at Dragon Ocean Do Son: Elevating Vietnam's destination profile on the global stage

Kuaishou Technology Announces Second Quarter and Interim 2026 Unaudited Financial Results

Collaboration will help equip future engineering talent with skills relevant to evolving data center and power infrastructure technologies SINGAPORE, Aug. 19, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Eaton, an intelligent power management company, and Singapore Polytechnic (SP) today signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to advance technical education in emerging power infrastructure technologies, including 800-volt direct current (800VDC) systems. The collaboration will strengthen industry-aligned skills development for SP staff and students and deepen knowledge exchange between industry and academia. The MoU was signed at the 800V Direct Current Data Centres Symposium 2026, organized by the Institute of Technical Education (ITE), Singapore Polytechnic (SP), and ST Telemedia Global Data Centres (STT GDC), which brought together industry stakeholders to explore the next generation of power infrastructure for AI-ready data centers. <div class="PRN_ImbeddedAssetReference" id="DivAssetPlaceHolder4078" style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; WIDTH: 100%"> <a href="https://mmx.prnasia.com/media/MS1972151/20260819022340EDT_image_1.jpg?id=OA2896533&amp;p=medium600" target="_blank" style="color: #0000FF"><img src="https://mmx.prnasia.com/media/MS1972151/20260819022340EDT_image_1.jpg?id=OA2896533&amp;p=medium600" title="Left: Jimmy Yam, Vice-President and General Manager, Electrical Sector, East Asia; Right: Toh Ser Khoon, Senior Director, Engineering Cluster, Singapore Polytechnic" alt="Left: Jimmy Yam, Vice-President and General Manager, Electrical Sector, East Asia; Right: Toh Ser Khoon, Senior Director, Engineering Cluster, Singapore Polytechnic" /></a> Left: Jimmy Yam, Vice-President and General Manager, Electrical Sector, East Asia; Right: Toh Ser Khoon, Senior Director, Engineering Cluster, Singapore Polytechnic </div> The rise of AI and high-performance computing is fundamentally reshaping how data centers are powered. Rack densities that once sat in the single-digit kilowatts have already climbed past 100 kilowatts, with next-generation AI systems projected to approach and exceed a megawatt per rack. At these levels, conventional low-voltage power distribution is reaching its physical limits, prompting the industry to move toward 800VDC that deliver more power with less current, less copper, and fewer conversion losses. Major technology players are already aligning their&nbsp;roadmaps around this shift, and it is creating strong demand for engineers who can design, operate, and maintain the power infrastructure behind the next generation of data centers. Under the MoU, Eaton and SP will work together on curriculum development, seminars, workshops, and hands-on projects. Eaton will contribute industry expertise and technical knowledge of emerging power systems, and SP will provide the academic environment and resources to bring these into the classroom. The collaboration will also broaden industry exposure for SP staff and students through industrial attachments, internships, and other jointly agreed activities. By connecting the classroom with real-world industry practice, the partnership aims to build the technical capabilities that the data center and electrical infrastructure sectors increasingly need. &quot;The power architecture behind AI data centers is being redesigned in real time, and the talent to run it has to be built in parallel. Our partnership with Singapore Polytechnic brings emerging technologies like 800VDC into the classroom early, so the next generation of engineers enters the field ready to build the infrastructure the industry is still defining,&quot; said Jimmy Yam, Vice-President and General Manager, Electrical Sector, East Asia, Eaton. &quot;Our goal is to ensure students graduate with skills that keep pace with industry needs. Working closely with partners like Eaton gives our teaching teams valuable insights of the technologies shaping the field, while helping our students understand how emerging power systems are being applied in data centers and critical infrastructure,&quot; said Toh Ser Khoon, Senior Director, Engineering Cluster, Singapore Polytechnic. By bringing industry expertise and emerging technologies into the academic environment, Eaton and SP are giving students and educators a stronger grounding in the practical skills that the data center and electrical infrastructure sectors demand. The collaboration supports Singapore's efforts to develop future-ready engineering talent to drive the growth of digital infrastructure and electrification technologies. About Eaton Eaton is an intelligent power management company dedicated to protecting the environment and improving&nbsp;the quality&nbsp;of life for people everywhere. We make products for the data&nbsp;center, utility, industrial,&nbsp;commercial&nbsp;and institutional, machine building, residential,&nbsp;aerospace&nbsp;and mobility markets. We are guided by our commitment to do business right, to&nbsp;operate&nbsp;sustainably and to help our customers manage power&nbsp;─&nbsp;today and well into the future. By capitalizing on the global growth trends of electrification and digitalization,&nbsp;we're&nbsp;helping to solve the world's most urgent power management challenges and building a more sustainable society for people today and generations to come.&nbsp;&nbsp; Founded in 1911, Eaton has continuously evolved to meet the changing and expanding needs of our stakeholders. With revenues of $27.4 billion in 2025, the company serves customers in 180 countries. Eaton entered the Asia-Pacific market during the 1970s and has grown significantly since then. Eaton moved its Asia-Pacific headquarters from Hong Kong to Shanghai in 2004. 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Eaton and Singapore Polytechnic sign MoU to advance talent development in next-generation power infrastructure

WUHAN, China, Aug. 19, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Guide, a global leader in infrared thermal imaging technology, announced the launch of&nbsp;MobIR 3.0, a new-generation dual-vision thermal camera compatible for iOS &amp; Android smartphones. Powered by Guide's&nbsp;ApexVision Ultra-Clarity Imaging Technology (NETD≤15mK), MobIR 3.0 captures subtle temperature differences and fine details. Its dual-vision capability helps users quickly locate hotspots, while a built-in AI Assistant provides intelligent guidance for a next-level inspection experience. Combining professional-grade thermal imaging capabilities with smartphone portability, MobIR 3.0 enables faster, smarter, and more efficient inspections anytime, anywhere. <div class="PRN_ImbeddedAssetReference" id="DivAssetPlaceHolder1" style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; WIDTH: 100%"> <a href="https://mmx.prnasia.com/media/MS1970335/20260816232646EDT_image_1.jpg?id=OA2888767&amp;p=medium600" target="_blank" style="color: #0000FF"><img src="https://mmx.prnasia.com/media/MS1970335/20260816232646EDT_image_1.jpg?id=OA2888767&amp;p=medium600" title="Guide MobIR 3.0 Thermal Camera for Smartphone" alt="Guide MobIR 3.0 Thermal Camera for Smartphone" /></a> Guide MobIR 3.0 Thermal Camera for Smartphone </div> MobIR 3.0 series includes three models, all equipped with&nbsp;Real Time Super Resolution technology to enhance thermal image clarity and reveal more details: <ul type="disc"> <li>ES2+ Dual-Vision: 256&times;192 enhanced to 512&times;384, with an 800&times;600 visible light camera.</li> <li>ES2 Single-Vision: 256&times;192 enhanced to 512&times;384.</li> <li>ES1 Single-Vision: 120&times;90 enhanced to 480&times;360.</li> </ul> Key features of MobIR 3.0 include: <ul type="disc"> <li>Ultra-Clarity Imaging: Guide's ApexVision technology delivers ≤15mK NETD&nbsp;and it's able to visualize subtle temperature variations as small as&nbsp;0.015&deg;C and identify potential thermal anomalies.</li> <li>Dual-Vision Fusion: The ES2+ model combines synchronized thermal and visible imaging with IR, VIS, PIP, and MIF image modes, making it easier to locate where the problem is.</li> <li>Plug-and-Play:USB-C compatible across iOS and Android smartphones enables direct access to thermal imaging without device limits, while a 5-second startup allows users to inspect quickly.</li> <li>Professional Inspection Performance: Class-leading -20&deg;C to 550&deg;C temperature measurement range, &plusmn;2&deg;C accuracy (comparable to professional handheld thermal cameras), and 56&deg; &times; 42&deg; wide field of view (quickly inspect larger-scale targets) support building and HVAC inspection, electrical troubleshooting, automotive diagnostics, PCBA inspection, and outdoor applications.</li> <li>Rugged Design: An aerospace-grade metal housing, 2-meter drop resistance, and IP54-rated protection against dust and water provide durability for demanding inspection environments.</li> </ul> Powered by the FocusIR App, MobIR 3.0 transforms a smartphone into a mobile thermal imaging workstation, providing professional imaging, temperature measurement, analysis, and workflow tools. A built-in multilingual AI Assistant offers step-by-step inspection guidance, helping both first-time users and experienced professionals work more efficiently. MobIR 3.0 reflects Guide's commitment to democratizing professional thermal imaging technology. By integrating industrial-grade precision with smartphone-based mobility and ease of use, the new series makes high-performance thermal inspection more portable, accessible, and practical for daily on-site diagnostics, bridging the gap between professional infrared capabilities and widespread application. For more product information, please visit: <a href="https://www.guideir.com/products/mobile-accessories" target="_blank" rel="nofollow" style="color: #0000FF">https://www.guideir.com/products/mobile-accessories</a>

Guide Launches MobIR 3.0, Bringing Professional-Grade Thermal Imaging to Smartphones

<table name="logo_release" border="0" cellspacing="10" cellpadding="5" align="right"> <tbody> <tr> <td><img src="https://mmx.prnasia.com/media/MS1972048/CC-Stacked-WithTagline-Registered-Slate-Yellow.jpg?id=OA2896002&amp;p=medium600" border="0" alt="" title="logo" hspace="0" vspace="0" width="118" /></td> </tr> </tbody> </table> Leaders from Taiwan, Japan, Cambodia, India, Canada, Hong Kong and Malaysia to meet Singapore business leaders, with H.E. SOK Khoeun, Ambassador of Cambodia to Singapore, attending SINGAPORE, Aug. 19, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Business leaders from Taiwan, Japan, Cambodia, India, Canada, Hong Kong and Malaysia will travel to Singapore for the launch of the first&nbsp;CorporateConnections chapter in Singapore, bringing together established business leaders from multiple markets to explore cross-border relationships, partnerships and business opportunities. <div class="PRN_ImbeddedAssetReference" id="DivAssetPlaceHolder1" style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; WIDTH: 100%"> <a href="https://mmx.prnasia.com/media/MS1972051/Gala-photo-1.jpg?id=OA2896003&amp;p=medium600" target="_blank" style="color: #0000FF"><img src="https://mmx.prnasia.com/media/MS1972051/Gala-photo-1.jpg?id=OA2896003&amp;p=medium600" title="Building Connections Across Industries CorporateConnections members Cheryl (left) and Elayne Soh (right), both from the healthcare sector, connect during the CorporateConnections Singapore Gala Celebration, reflecting the organisation’s focus on bringing business leaders together." alt="Building Connections Across Industries CorporateConnections members Cheryl (left) and Elayne Soh (right), both from the healthcare sector, connect during the CorporateConnections Singapore Gala Celebration, reflecting the organisation’s focus on bringing business leaders together." /></a> Building Connections Across Industries CorporateConnections members Cheryl (left) and Elayne Soh (right), both from the healthcare sector, connect during the CorporateConnections Singapore Gala Celebration, reflecting the organisation’s focus on bringing business leaders together. </div> The launch will also be attended by H.E. SOK Khoeun, Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Kingdom of Cambodia to the Republic of Singapore, adding an international and diplomatic dimension to the gathering. The launch comes as businesses increasingly look beyond their domestic markets for growth, partnerships and new opportunities. CorporateConnections Singapore aims to provide a platform where established business leaders can develop trusted relationships with peers in Singapore and overseas markets. Beyond Conventional Networking CorporateConnections Singapore takes a different approach from conventional networking groups. Rather than focusing primarily on exchanging contacts and referrals, the chapter seeks to develop deeper relationships between established business leaders that can lead to collaboration, market access and new opportunities. From Connections → Cooperation → Co-Creation Teck Keng Yeo, National Director of CorporateConnections Singapore said: &quot;Singapore has no shortage of networking opportunities. Our ambition is not simply to create another networking group, but to create a community where established leaders can build the trust needed to explore what they can create together.&quot; &quot;Having leaders from seven international markets come to Singapore for our launch demonstrates the kind of cross-border relationships we want to develop. One trusted connection can potentially open a new market, partnership or opportunity.&quot; A Curated Community of Decision-Makers CorporateConnections Singapore maintains a curated approach to membership. Members are required to be key decision-makers of established businesses with annual turnover of at least US$5 million. The focus is on bringing business leaders together who can engage directly with peers on strategic opportunities rather than simply exchanging business contacts. The Singapore chapter will facilitate curated one-to-one meetings, leadership discussions, business forums and opportunities for members to connect with the wider CorporateConnections international community. Taichi Ito, National Director of CorporateConnections Singapore and Japan &quot;The value of a global network is not simply the number of people you know. It is what can happen when the right people meet.&quot; &quot;When leaders from different markets come together, they bring different perspectives, experiences and opportunities. That is where a connection can become cooperation, and cooperation can become co-creation.&quot; What Members See in the Community For CorporateConnections members, the value of the community extends beyond conventional business networking. Shane Yuen, Founder and CEO of Heroes of Digital and CorporateConnections Singapore member &quot;I joined CorporateConnections because it carries the same energy we value at Heroes of Digital — bold leaders sharing ideas, opening doors, and creating bigger possibilities together.&quot; Elayne Soh, CEO of Beyond Medical Group, an Enterprise 50 award-winning company and CorporateConnections Singapore member &quot;CorporateConnections brings together like-minded business leaders with a shared commitment to creating meaningful impact. Beyond Medical Group is proud to contribute our multidisciplinary medical expertise while building purposeful partnerships that strengthen business connectivity and create lasting value for the wider community.&quot; Singapore as a Bridge Between Markets The participation of leaders from Taiwan, Japan, Cambodia, India, Canada, Hong Kong and Malaysia provides an early example of the international connections the Singapore chapter aims to develop. For Singapore business leaders, these relationships can potentially provide access to people with first-hand knowledge of overseas markets, industries and business environments. The chapter's ambition is to build a community where the quality and relevance of relationships matter more than the number of contacts accumulated. As CorporateConnections Singapore begins its journey, its vision is: &quot;Singapore. Where trusted leaders build extraordinary futures together.&quot; About CorporateConnections CorporateConnections is a global business community that brings together established business leaders to develop meaningful relationships, explore business opportunities and collaborate across markets. Through curated connections, leadership forums, business discussions and international engagement, CorporateConnections seeks to create value beyond traditional networking. About CorporateConnections Singapore CorporateConnections Singapore is the organisation's first chapter in Singapore. The chapter brings together established business leaders interested in developing trusted relationships, exploring cross-border opportunities and creating new possibilities through collaboration. Membership enquiries: CorporateConnections Singapore <a href="https://www.corporateconnections.com/singapore/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow" style="color: #0000FF">https://www.corporateconnections.com/singapore/</a> <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/corporateconnectionssingapore/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow" style="color: #0000FF">https://www.linkedin.com/company/corporateconnectionssingapore/</a>&nbsp; <div class="PRN_ImbeddedAssetReference" id="DivAssetPlaceHolder2" style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; WIDTH: 100%"> <a href="https://mmx.prnasia.com/media/MS1972050/Gala-Photo-2.jpg?id=OA2896004&amp;p=medium600" target="_blank" style="color: #0000FF"><img src="https://mmx.prnasia.com/media/MS1972050/Gala-Photo-2.jpg?id=OA2896004&amp;p=medium600" title="Connecting at the Gala CorporateConnections member Shane Yuen (centre) in conversation with fellow members during the CorporateConnections Singapore Gala Celebration." alt="Connecting at the Gala CorporateConnections member Shane Yuen (centre) in conversation with fellow members during the CorporateConnections Singapore Gala Celebration." /></a> Connecting at the Gala CorporateConnections member Shane Yuen (centre) in conversation with fellow members during the CorporateConnections Singapore Gala Celebration. <a href="https://mmx.prnasia.com/media/MS1972049/Gala-photo-3.jpg?id=OA2896005&amp;p=medium600" target="_blank" style="color: #0000FF"><img src="https://mmx.prnasia.com/media/MS1972049/Gala-photo-3.jpg?id=OA2896005&amp;p=medium600" title="Ms Mary Kennedy Thompson, Chief Executive Officer of CorporateConnections, with Mr Teck Keng Yeo, National Director for Singapore, Mr Taichi Ito, National Director for Japan and Singapore, and the founding members of CorporateConnections Singapore 1 at the CorporateConnections Singapore First Chapter Launch Celebration Gala Dinner." alt="Ms Mary Kennedy Thompson, Chief Executive Officer of CorporateConnections, with Mr Teck Keng Yeo, National Director for Singapore, Mr Taichi Ito, National Director for Japan and Singapore, and the founding members of CorporateConnections Singapore 1 at the CorporateConnections Singapore First Chapter Launch Celebration Gala Dinner." /></a> Ms Mary Kennedy Thompson, Chief Executive Officer of CorporateConnections, with Mr Teck Keng Yeo, National Director for Singapore, Mr Taichi Ito, National Director for Japan and Singapore, and the founding members of CorporateConnections Singapore 1 at the CorporateConnections Singapore First Chapter Launch Celebration Gala Dinner. </div>

Business Leaders from Seven International Markets Converge in Singapore for CorporateConnections' First Chapter Launch

From the creators of Asia's No. 1 club, the new 35,000-square-foot destination by Rockwell Group brings together music, art, dining and Bali's iconic sunsets. BALI, Indonesia, Aug. 19, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Savaya Group, the team behind Savaya Bali, currently ranked the No. 1 club in Asia and No. 5 in the world in DJ Mag's 2026 Top 100 Clubs, announces the opening of Zumana, a new beachfront destination at Sunset Bay Kuta. <div class="PRN_ImbeddedAssetReference" id="DivAssetPlaceHolder1" style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; WIDTH: 100%"> <a href="https://mmx.prnasia.com/media/MS1972121/image-1.jpg?id=OA2896409&amp;p=medium600" target="_blank" style="color: #0000FF"><img src="https://mmx.prnasia.com/media/MS1972121/image-1.jpg?id=OA2896409&amp;p=medium600" title="Zumana Bali" alt="Zumana Bali" /></a> Zumana Bali </div> Opening August 19, Zumana marks a new chapter for Savaya Group and Kuta. Designed by internationally acclaimed architecture and design firm Rockwell Group, the 35,000-square-foot destination brings together music, art, dining and design along one of Bali's most iconic coastlines. At the center of Zumana stands Zen&iacute;a, a monumental 10-meter sculpture by multidisciplinary artist Daniel Popper. The work anchors the venue's open-air performance space, while beachfront daybeds, poolside spaces, bars and an open-air dance floor create an environment designed to evolve from relaxed afternoons and sunset gatherings into late-night performances. &quot;As an Indonesian-founded group, our connection to Bali and its people is deeply personal. Kuta has played an important role in the island's history, and we believe strongly in its next chapter. Zumana was conceived from the ground up for this coastline, bringing together Indonesian spirit with a global perspective across design, music, art and hospitality. We are proud to contribute to the continued evolution of one of Bali's most iconic destinations.&quot; — Nadia Tjahyadikarta, President Director, KAJA Group &quot;We have always believed deeply in Bali, its people and the culture that makes this island unlike anywhere else in the world. Kuta was one of the places that first introduced Bali to the world, and we believe it has an opportunity to enter an exciting new chapter. With Zumana, we want to be part of that revitalization, honoring the spirit and energy that made Kuta iconic while creating something relevant to Bali today and for the generation ahead.&quot; — Alex Cordova, CEO, Savaya Group Zumana will celebrate its official Grand Opening Weekend September 25–26, with The Martinez Brothers headlining Friday and Satori performing live Saturday. The weekend introduces a musical identity built around international programming and the natural transition from sunset into night. Zumana is open daily at Sunset Bay Kuta beginning August 19, 2026. Tickets and table reservations: <a href="http://zumanabali.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow" style="color: #0000FF">ZumanaBali.com</a> &nbsp; <div class="PRN_ImbeddedAssetReference" id="DivAssetPlaceHolder2" style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; WIDTH: 100%"> <a href="https://mmx.prnasia.com/media/MS1972122/image-2.jpg?id=OA2896410&amp;p=medium600" target="_blank" style="color: #0000FF"><img src="https://mmx.prnasia.com/media/MS1972122/image-2.jpg?id=OA2896410&amp;p=medium600" title="Zen&iacute;a - Zumana Bali statue" alt="Zen&iacute;a - Zumana Bali statue" /></a> Zen&iacute;a - Zumana Bali statue </div>

Savaya Group Unveils Zumana, a New Beachfront Destination on Bali's Kuta Coast

<table name="logo_release" border="0" cellspacing="10" cellpadding="5" align="right"> <tbody> <tr> <td><img src="https://mmx.prnasia.com/media/MS629004/Harbour-City-Logo-Logo.jpg?id=OA2896361&amp;p=medium600" border="0" alt="" title="logo" hspace="0" vspace="0" width="118" /></td> </tr> </tbody> </table> HONG KONG, Aug. 19, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- From 14 August to 6 September 2026, &quot;Toy Story |&nbsp;PEACEMINUSONE: THE FIRST FAN&quot; arrives at Harbour City in Hong Kong for its fourth global tour stop. Created in collaboration between Disney and G-DRAGON's PEACEMINUSONE, the limited-time event features three must-visit experiences: &quot;THE FIRST FAN&quot; Dream House, &quot;THE FIRST FAN&quot; Official Pop-up Store, and &quot;THE FIRST FAN Photo Zone&quot; Art Exhibition — blending contemporary art, childhood nostalgia, and creative aesthetics into a multisensory fan experience. <div class="PRN_ImbeddedAssetReference" id="DivAssetPlaceHolder1" style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; WIDTH: 100%"> <a href="https://mmx.prnasia.com/media/MS1972128/20260819003244EDT_image_2.jpg?id=OA2896341&amp;p=medium600" target="_blank" style="color: #0000FF"><img src="https://mmx.prnasia.com/media/MS1972128/20260819003244EDT_image_2.jpg?id=OA2896341&amp;p=medium600" title="“Toy Story | PEACEMINUSONE: THE FIRST FAN” arrives at Harbour City in Hong Kong for its fourth global tour stop, receiving an overwhelmingly positive response from local and international fans." alt="“Toy Story | PEACEMINUSONE: THE FIRST FAN” arrives at Harbour City in Hong Kong for its fourth global tour stop, receiving an overwhelmingly positive response from local and international fans." /></a> “Toy Story | PEACEMINUSONE: THE FIRST FAN” arrives at Harbour City in Hong Kong for its fourth global tour stop, receiving an overwhelmingly positive response from local and international fans. </div> Against the spectacular backdrop of Victoria Harbour, Ocean Terminal Forecourt is transformed into &quot;THE FIRST FAN&quot; Dream House, featuring an illuminated entrance inspired by Andy's house that stands over 5.5 metres tall. A message wall presented by Buzz Lightyear and Jessie carries the quote: &quot;We may have been small, but our dreams were big. It was the friendships we formed then that made us who we are today&quot;. Inside, Toy Story characters installations gather around a 3-metre-tall illuminated PEACEMINUSONE Daisy. Popular installations from the Seoul stop — including a 3-metre-tall chest of drawers inspired by Andy's bedroom, a 1.6-metre-tall Woody sculpture, and the iconic Pixar Ball — also make their Hong Kong debut. The experience continues at the Daisy Garden, where the staircase is transformed into a playful floral landscape featuring beloved Toy Story characters. &quot;THE FIRST FAN&quot; official pop-up store at the Ocean Terminal Lobby recreates the artistic concept from the Seoul stop, featuring approximately 70 fashion, lifestyle, and collectible items from the Toy Story x&nbsp;PEACEMINUSONE collection, along with the debut of exclusive merchandise available only at the Hong Kong stop. Meanwhile, &quot;THE FIRST FAN Photo Zone&quot; at Gallery by the Harbour features nearly 2-metre-tall sculptures of Woody and Buzz Lightyear, a time-travelling elevator installation, and more than 20 Daisy-themed artworks showcased exclusively in Hong Kong. A dedicated &quot;THE FIRST FAN&quot; Dream Wall invites fans to leave personal messages for their favourite Toy Story characters and PEACEMINUSONE, while an interactive colouring installation also invites visitors to unleash their creativity. #HarbourCity #thefirstfan #PEACEMINUSONEDOTCOM #SAKASAKA #playinthebox #disneystylehk #KKdayhk @harbourcity @thefirstfan_official @peaceminusonedotcom @sakasaka_hk @playinthebox_official @disneystylehk @kkdayhk Event Details: <a href="https://www.harbourcity.com.hk/en/article/toy-story-peaceminusone-the-first-fan/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow" style="color: #0000FF">https://www.harbourcity.com.hk/en/article/toy-story-peaceminusone-the-first-fan/</a> <div class="PRN_ImbeddedAssetReference" id="DivAssetPlaceHolder2" style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; WIDTH: 100%"> <a href="https://mmx.prnasia.com/media/MS1972129/20260819003244EDT_image_3.jpg?id=OA2896342&amp;p=medium600" target="_blank" style="color: #0000FF"><img src="https://mmx.prnasia.com/media/MS1972129/20260819003244EDT_image_3.jpg?id=OA2896342&amp;p=medium600" title="“THE FIRST FAN” official pop-up store at the Ocean Terminal Lobby recreates the artistic concept from the Seoul stop, featuring approximately 70 fashion, lifestyle, and collectible items from the Toy Story x PEACEMINUSONE collection, along with the debut of exclusive merchandise available only at the Hong Kong stop." alt="“THE FIRST FAN” official pop-up store at the Ocean Terminal Lobby recreates the artistic concept from the Seoul stop, featuring approximately 70 fashion, lifestyle, and collectible items from the Toy Story x PEACEMINUSONE collection, along with the debut of exclusive merchandise available only at the Hong Kong stop." /></a> “THE FIRST FAN” official pop-up store at the Ocean Terminal Lobby recreates the artistic concept from the Seoul stop, featuring approximately 70 fashion, lifestyle, and collectible items from the Toy Story x PEACEMINUSONE collection, along with the debut of exclusive merchandise available only at the Hong Kong stop. <a href="https://mmx.prnasia.com/media/MS1972130/20260819003244EDT_image_1.jpg?id=OA2896343&amp;p=medium600" target="_blank" style="color: #0000FF"><img src="https://mmx.prnasia.com/media/MS1972130/20260819003244EDT_image_1.jpg?id=OA2896343&amp;p=medium600" title="“THE FIRST FAN Photo Zone” at Gallery by the Harbour features nearly 2-metre-tall sculptures of Woody and Buzz Lightyear, a time-travelling elevator installation, and more than 20 Daisy-themed artworks showcased exclusively in Hong Kong." alt="“THE FIRST FAN Photo Zone” at Gallery by the Harbour features nearly 2-metre-tall sculptures of Woody and Buzz Lightyear, a time-travelling elevator installation, and more than 20 Daisy-themed artworks showcased exclusively in Hong Kong." /></a> “THE FIRST FAN Photo Zone” at Gallery by the Harbour features nearly 2-metre-tall sculptures of Woody and Buzz Lightyear, a time-travelling elevator installation, and more than 20 Daisy-themed artworks showcased exclusively in Hong Kong. </div>

Toy Story | PEACEMINUSONE: THE FIRST FAN Project Makes Its Fourth Global Tour Stop at Harbour City

Malaysian communications advisor brings more than three decades of experience in strategic communications,&nbsp;reputation management, and crisis advisory NEW YORK, Aug. 19, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Reputation Advisors International (RAI), a global network&nbsp;of esteemed communications professionals, announced today that Janitha Sukumaran, Founder of&nbsp;<a href="https://rantaupr.com/about-us/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow" style="color: #0000FF">Rantau+</a>, has joined as its newest member. <div class="PRN_ImbeddedAssetReference" id="DivAssetPlaceHolder1" style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; WIDTH: 100%"> <a href="https://mmx.prnasia.com/media/MS1971633/20260818110438EDT_image_1.jpg?id=OA2894141&amp;p=medium600" target="_blank" style="color: #0000FF"><img src="https://mmx.prnasia.com/media/MS1971633/20260818110438EDT_image_1.jpg?id=OA2894141&amp;p=medium600" title="Janitha Sukumaran, Founder &amp; Chief Sustainability Consultant of Rantau+, joins Reputation Advisors International (RAI)." alt="Janitha Sukumaran, Founder &amp; Chief Sustainability Consultant of Rantau+, joins Reputation Advisors International (RAI)." /></a> Janitha Sukumaran, Founder &amp; Chief Sustainability Consultant of Rantau+, joins Reputation Advisors International (RAI). </div> Sukumaran has spent more than 35 years working across journalism, strategic communications, reputation management, and crisis advisory. During her career, she has advised governments, multinational corporations, publicly traded companies, and purpose-driven organizations across Asia - often during times of significant change and uncertainty. She founded Rantau+ in 1992 and continues to lead the Malaysia-based independent&nbsp;communications consultancy. Under her leadership, the firm has transformed into a purpose-driven, data-driven Communications Intelligence Advisory. She has also pioneered Narrative Intelligence, an approach that combines communications, sustainability, data, and AI to turn insights into action. &quot;Reputation is no longer built through communications alone; it is earned through how organizations behave and create value for society,&quot; Sukumaran said. &quot;I look forward to contributing an Asian perspective while strengthening the collective intelligence we can offer clients across the market.&quot; &quot;We are pleased to welcome Janitha Sukumaran as our newest member,&quot; said James F. Haggerty, CEO of PRCG Haggerty LLC in New York and President of Reputation Advisors International. &quot;Her extensive background in journalism, strategic communications, and reputation management provides exactly the expertise needed to strengthen our organization.&quot; About Reputation Advisors International (RAI) Reputation Advisors International is a global association of senior communications professionals specializing in high-stakes issues related to reputation management, brand positioning, legal and regulatory communications, crisis planning and response and related fields. The network currently has members in 18 cities across 14 countries, including Abu Dhabi, Bras&iacute;lia, Brussels, Chiasso, Frankfurt, Geneva, Kuala Lumpur, London, Los Angeles, Mexico City, Munich, New York, Oslo, Seoul, Singapore, Sydney, Toronto and Zurich. To learn more about Reputation Advisors International, visit: <a href="https://www.reputationadvisors.net/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow" style="color: #0000FF">www.reputationadvisors.net</a>.

Janitha Sukumaran Joins Reputation Advisors International as Newest Member

Independent employee feedback highlights a trusted and collaborative culture across the United Kingdom, Singapore, Indonesia and South Africa. SINGAPORE, Aug. 19, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- For a growing international consultancy, maintaining a consistent employee experience becomes increasingly challenging as organisations expand across countries, time zones and cultures. <div class="PRN_ImbeddedAssetReference" id="DivAssetPlaceHolder1" style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; WIDTH: 100%"> <a href="https://mmx.prnasia.com/media/MS1971730/20260818131803EDT_image_1.jpg?id=OA2894637&amp;p=medium600" target="_blank" style="color: #0000FF"><img src="https://mmx.prnasia.com/media/MS1971730/20260818131803EDT_image_1.jpg?id=OA2894637&amp;p=medium600" title="" alt="" /></a> </div> Lancia Consult's approach has always been based on the belief that exceptional client outcomes begin with exceptional people. Creating that culture has therefore been central to the way the business has grown across four countries. The latest Great Place To Work&reg; Trust Index™ Survey provided an opportunity to independently assess whether employees experience that culture consistently across the business. In this year's survey, 99% of employees said Lancia Consult is a great place to work, compared with 49% of employees at a typical workplace, providing strong independent validation of the culture the business has worked to build. Great Place To Work&reg; Certification™ is based entirely on confidential employee feedback. Employees across all four countries highlighted supportive colleagues, approachable leaders, strong teamwork and an environment where people feel trusted to do their best work. This level of consistency matters. It reflects a shared culture across the business that underpins the way Lancia Consult works and helps deliver consistently high-quality outcomes for clients. &quot;The most rewarding part of this recognition is hearing such consistent feedback from colleagues across four different countries,&quot; said Isabella Jeng, Chief People Officer and Co-Founder of Lancia Consult. &quot;Culture isn't something leadership creates on its own. It's built every day through the relationships people develop, how teams support one another, and our willingness to keep listening, learning and improving. That's something we'll continue to invest in as Lancia grows.&quot; About Lancia Consult Lancia Consult is a global business and technology consultancy that helps organisations solve complex business challenges through strategy, transformation and technology consulting. Working across the United Kingdom, Singapore, Indonesia and South Africa, Lancia Consult partners with clients to deliver meaningful, lasting change by combining deep expertise with a collaborative, people-centred approach. Website: <a href="http://www.lanciaconsult.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow" style="color: #0000FF">www.lanciaconsult.com</a> &nbsp; Careers at Lancia We believe great consulting starts with great people. Lancia Consult is always looking for talented people who are curious, collaborative and passionate about solving complex challenges while continuing to develop their careers. Careers: <a href="http://www.lanciaconsult.com/careers" target="_blank" rel="nofollow" style="color: #0000FF">www.lanciaconsult.com/careers</a> About Great Place to Work&reg; Great Place To Work&reg; is the global authority on workplace culture and employee experience. For more than three decades, it has helped organisations in over 120 countries build high‑trust, high‑performance workplaces through its proprietary Trust Index™ methodology and certification programs. Its research and insights inform leadership decisions, shape employer brands and provide independent, data‑driven validation of workplace culture for employees, clients and investors.

Lancia Consult Achieves Great Place To Work® Certification™ Across Four Countries

HANGZHOU, China, Aug. 14, 2026 /PRNewswire/ --&nbsp;Geely Farizon New Energy Commercial Vehicle has officially launched its first overseas KD factory in Indonesia, commencing large-scale local operations in Southeast Asia and marking a key milestone in its global localization strategy. The factory's inauguration saw the successful roll-off of its first locally assembled V8E. The launch of the KD factory and local V8E production strengthens Farizon's local manufacturing capabilities, laying a solid foundation for its long-term development and market expansion across Indonesia and Southeast Asia. Mike Fan, CEO of Geely Farizon New Energy Commercial Vehicle Group, Cook Xue, General Manager of Farizon Auto International, Hartono Sohor, Chairman of Arista Group, and Denny Siregar, President Director of Handal Indonesia Motor, attended the offline ceremony. They joined local partners and industry guests to witness this important moment. <div class="PRN_ImbeddedAssetReference" id="DivAssetPlaceHolder1" style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; WIDTH: 100%"> <a href="https://mmx.prnasia.com/media/MS1969706/20260814050026EDT_image_1.jpg?id=OA2887066&amp;p=medium600" target="_blank" style="color: #0000FF"><img src="https://mmx.prnasia.com/media/MS1969706/20260814050026EDT_image_1.jpg?id=OA2887066&amp;p=medium600" title="First Local-Assembled V8E Rolls Off Line" alt="First Local-Assembled V8E Rolls Off Line" /></a> First Local-Assembled V8E Rolls Off Line </div> Located about 80 kilometers southeast of Jakarta, the Farizon Indonesian KD factory enjoys convenient transportation and complete industrial supporting facilities. At present, the plant is capable of local assembly of the Farizon V8E. It will continue to upgrade production lines and enrich its localized product lineup in the future. The newly launched V8E has completed targeted localized calibration and upgrades to adapt to Indonesia's urban road conditions, logistics scenarios and local climate. Fitted with an 8.5m3 large cargo box and featuring a pure electric range of over 400 kilometers, the model balances strong loading capacity, reliable endurance and flexible driving performance. It is widely applicable to urban end-point delivery, urban-rural commodity transportation and intra-city logistics. The V8E provides efficient, low-carbon and cost-effective new energy commercial vehicle solutions for the Indonesian market.

Farizon's First Overseas KD Factory Opens in Indonesia, First Local-Assembled V8E Rolls Off Line

<table name="logo_release" border="0" cellspacing="10" cellpadding="5" align="right"> <tbody> <tr> <td><img src="https://mmx.prnasia.com/media/MS1407213/Image-Logo.jpg?id=OA2892903&amp;p=medium600" border="0" alt="" title="logo" hspace="0" vspace="0" width="118" /></td> </tr> </tbody> </table> PHU QUOC, Vietnam, Aug. 19, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- <a href="https://www.trinasolar.com/en-apac/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow" style="color: #0000FF">Trinasolar</a>, a global leader in smart PV and energy storage solutions, has supplied 3MWp <a href="https://www.trinasolar.com/en-apac/NEG21C.20/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow" style="color: #0000FF">Vertex N 725W (NEG21C.20)</a> solar PV with 10MWh Trina Storage <a href="https://www.trinasolar.com/en-apac/elementa2/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow" style="color: #0000FF">Elementa 2 battery energy storage system</a> (BESS) for Corona Resort, a solar-plus-storage project in Phu Quoc, Vietnam. <div class="PRN_ImbeddedAssetReference" id="DivAssetPlaceHolder1" style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; WIDTH: 100%"> <a href="https://mmx.prnasia.com/media/MS1971355/20260818022033EDT_image_1.jpg?id=OA2892854&amp;p=medium600" target="_blank" style="color: #0000FF"><img src="https://mmx.prnasia.com/media/MS1971355/20260818022033EDT_image_1.jpg?id=OA2892854&amp;p=medium600" title="Trina Storage Elementa 2 battery energy storage system installed at the Corona Resort solar-plus-storage project in Phu Quoc, Vietnam" alt="Trina Storage Elementa 2 battery energy storage system installed at the Corona Resort solar-plus-storage project in Phu Quoc, Vietnam" /></a> Trina Storage Elementa 2 battery energy storage system installed at the Corona Resort solar-plus-storage project in Phu Quoc, Vietnam </div> The project is developed by <a href="https://namvietenergy.com/en/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow" style="color: #0000FF">Nam Viet Green Energy JSC,</a> one of Vietnam's leading renewable energy companies, specializing in the development, investment, design, engineering, procurement, construction, and installation of renewable energy systems. The project is expected to be connected to the grid and begin commercial operations in mid-September. As one of Vietnam's largest integrated resort destinations, Corona Resort faces growing electricity demand driven by tourism operations. The project initially had 5.5 MWp of modules installed, with the 3MWp n-type i-TOPCon Vertex N modules and 10MWh AC-coupled Trina Storage Elementa 2 added later, showing how existing solar assets can be expanded with BESS to strengthen local power supply resilience. By combining daytime solar generation with greater energy flexibility provided by energy storage, commercial and industrial users can improve energy cost management and create additional commercial value. The integrated PV+BESS system enables greater utilization of onsite solar generation, reduces peak electricity demand, enhances energy resilience, and improves overall operating efficiency. The project reflects a larger trend of solar-plus-storage deployment in Vietnam. Vietnam aims to develop 10,000–16,300 MW of BESS capacity by 2030, reflecting the growing role of BESS in integrating solar and wind power, improving dispatchability and strengthening energy security. &quot;This project demonstrates how advanced PV and BESS technologies can be successfully integrated into large-scale commercial facilities in Vietnam&quot; a representative from Nam Viet said. &quot;Trinasolar went beyond its role as a technology supplier, drawing on its expertise across PV and energy storage to advise on the BESS configuration and operating approach. This helped us develop a solution aligned with the project's technical and commercial requirements.&quot; &quot;Enhancing existing solar assets with energy storage is one of the emerging pathways in Vietnam's renewable energy market,&quot; said&nbsp;Elva Wang, Group Director of Southeast, South and Central Asia, Trinasolar Asia Pacific. &quot;These projects can present challenges from early-stage system planning to integration and delivery, making close collaboration between technology providers, EPCs and customers essential. By bringing PV and BESS together through bankable products, system-level understanding and regional execution experience, Trinasolar is helping partners in Vietnam develop PV+BESS projects for both generation and flexibility.&quot; <div class="PRN_ImbeddedAssetReference" id="DivAssetPlaceHolder2"> </div>

Trinasolar Powers 10MWh Solar and Storage Project in Phu Quoc, Vietnam

<table name="logo_release" border="0" cellspacing="10" cellpadding="5" align="right"> <tbody> <tr> <td><img src="https://mmx.prnasia.com/media/MS1000880/JS-Held-Logo.jpg?id=OA2892323&amp;p=medium600" border="0" alt="" title="logo" hspace="0" vspace="0" width="118" /></td> </tr> </tbody> </table> Recognition spans every corner of Ocean Tomo's practice, reflecting the firm's integrated approach to the business of intellectual property and emerging AI assets. NEW YORK, Aug. 19, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Ocean Tomo, a part of J.S. Held, has nine experts named to the 2026 IAM Strategy 300, the industry guide to the world's leading intellectual property (IP) strategists. The honorees are Gregory Campanella, John A. Hudson, David Kennedy, Brian W. Napper, Larry Tedesco, Ozer Teitelbaum, Marek Wernik, Sam Wiley, and Ryan Zurek. Together they represent all four corridors of Ocean Tomo's services: Expert Opinion; Valuation and Strategy; Advisory; Patent Analysis and Reverse Engineering, with combined expertise in IP valuation, licensing, economic damages, patent transactions, FRAND/SEP analysis, and strategic advisory across the full lifecycle of intangible assets. <div class="PRN_ImbeddedAssetReference" id="DivAssetPlaceHolder1" style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; WIDTH: 100%"> <a href="https://mmx.prnasia.com/media/MS1971175/2026-IAM-Strategy-300-OT-Blog-Image.jpg?id=OA2892324&amp;p=medium600" target="_blank" style="color: #0000FF"><img src="https://mmx.prnasia.com/media/MS1971175/2026-IAM-Strategy-300-OT-Blog-Image.jpg?id=OA2892324&amp;p=medium600" title="Part of the industry's most comprehensive global IP consulting group, nine experts from Ocean Tomo, a part of J.S. Held, have been recognized among the World's Leading Intellectual Property Strategists by IAM." alt="Part of the industry's most comprehensive global IP consulting group, nine experts from Ocean Tomo, a part of J.S. Held, have been recognized among the World's Leading Intellectual Property Strategists by IAM." /></a> Part of the industry's most comprehensive global IP consulting group, nine experts from Ocean Tomo, a part of J.S. Held, have been recognized among the World's Leading Intellectual Property Strategists by IAM. </div> The IAM Strategy 300 recognizes those who innovatively create and implement strategies that support IP as a critical business asset. Commenting on the recognition, James E. Malackowski, Chief Intellectual Property Officer at J.S. Held and Ocean Tomo Co-founder, shares, &quot;Seeing colleagues recognized across every part of our practice tells me our integrated approach is delivering for clients. This honor reflects the depth of talent we've built at Ocean Tomo and affirms our role as trusted advisors focused on the business of intellectual property, broadly defined.&quot; Meet the World's Leading IP Strategists from Across Ocean Tomo In its 2026 Strategy 300 profiles, IAM describes each Ocean Tomo honoree: Gregory Campanella, CLP -- Senior Managing Director, Valuation and Strategy &quot;<a href="https://edge.prnewswire.com/c/link/?t=0&amp;l=en&amp;o=4754350-1&amp;h=3753446446&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Foceantomo.com%2Fteam%2Fgregory-campanella%2F&amp;a=Gregory+Campanella" target="_blank" rel="nofollow" style="color: #0000FF">Gregory Campanella</a>&nbsp;helps organisations make smarter decisions around their most valuable assets. His expertise in IP valuation, monetisation and strategic transactions enables clients to navigate acquisitions, restructurings, joint ventures, and licensing opportunities with confidence.&quot; -- IAM Strategy 300 John A. Hudson -- Senior Managing Director, Office of the Chief IP Officer &quot;For <a href="https://edge.prnewswire.com/c/link/?t=0&amp;l=en&amp;o=4754350-1&amp;h=1356345731&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Foceantomo.com%2Fteam%2Fjohn-hudson%2F&amp;a=John+Hudson" target="_blank" rel="nofollow" style="color: #0000FF">John Hudson</a>, intellectual property is more than a legal asset – it is a catalyst for business transformation. Drawing on decades of experience in transactions, commercialisation, and strategic advisory, he helps organisations reshape their businesses around the value of innovation.&quot; -- IAM Strategy 300 David Kennedy, CPA -- Senior Managing Director, Expert Opinion &quot;<a href="https://edge.prnewswire.com/c/link/?t=0&amp;l=en&amp;o=4754350-1&amp;h=1489029327&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Foceantomo.com%2Fteam%2Fdavid-kennedy%2F&amp;a=David+Kennedy" target="_blank" rel="nofollow" style="color: #0000FF">David Kennedy</a>&nbsp;has spent decades advising on the commercial economics of intellectual property, helping clients structure high-value licensing deals, patent transactions, and royalty frameworks. His depth of experience in valuation, FRAND, and expert testimony makes him a trusted voice in complex IP disputes and negotiations.&quot; -- IAM Strategy 300 Brian W. Napper -- Senior Managing Director, Expert Opinion &quot;When disputes hinge on the economics of intellectual property, <a href="https://edge.prnewswire.com/c/link/?t=0&amp;l=en&amp;o=4754350-1&amp;h=3560966425&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Foceantomo.com%2Fteam%2Fbrian-w-napper%2F&amp;a=Brian+W.+Napper" target="_blank" rel="nofollow" style="color: #0000FF">Brian W. Napper</a>&nbsp;is frequently called upon to provide the answer. His work on FRAND licensing, patent damages and valuation has influenced precedent-setting cases and shaped the way complex IP disputes are assessed.&quot; -- IAM Strategy 300 Larry Tedesco, CVA, CLP, MAFF -- Senior Managing Director, Expert Opinion &quot;<a href="https://edge.prnewswire.com/c/link/?t=0&amp;l=en&amp;o=4754350-1&amp;h=4104566597&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Foceantomo.com%2Fteam%2Flarry-tedesco%2F&amp;a=Larry+Tedesco" target="_blank" rel="nofollow" style="color: #0000FF">Larry Tedesco</a>&nbsp;has built a career extracting commercial value from intellectual property. Equally experienced in valuation, licensing, FRAND analysis, and damages, he brings a rare operator's perspective to complex patent transactions and business-critical disputes across technology-driven industries.&quot; -- IAM Strategy 300 Ozer Teitelbaum, JD -- Managing Director, Advisory &quot;Few practitioners have seen intellectual property from as many angles as <a href="https://edge.prnewswire.com/c/link/?t=0&amp;l=en&amp;o=4754350-1&amp;h=2279335448&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Foceantomo.com%2Fteam%2Fozer-teitelbaum%2F&amp;a=Ozer+Teitelbaum" target="_blank" rel="nofollow" style="color: #0000FF">Ozer Teitelbaum</a>. His background, spanning in-house leadership, patent law, business strategy, and investment, enables him to structure sophisticated IP transactions that create lasting commercial value.&quot; -- IAM Strategy 300 Marek Wernik -- Senior Director, Patent Analysis and Reverse Engineering &quot;<a href="https://edge.prnewswire.com/c/link/?t=0&amp;l=en&amp;o=4754350-1&amp;h=3572323620&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Foceantomo.com%2Fteam%2Fmarek-wernik%2F&amp;a=Marek+Wernik" target="_blank" rel="nofollow" style="color: #0000FF">Marek Wernik</a>&nbsp;has spent more than three decades at the forefront of telecommunications and IP strategy. His rare combination of technical expertise, licensing experience, and executive leadership enables clients to navigate complex innovation and commercialisation challenges across global technology markets.&quot; -- IAM Strategy 300 Sam Wiley -- Managing Director, Patent Analysis and Reverse Engineering &quot;Patent intelligence sits at the heart of <a href="https://edge.prnewswire.com/c/link/?t=0&amp;l=en&amp;o=4754350-1&amp;h=2692081679&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Foceantomo.com%2Fteam%2Fsam-wiley%2F&amp;a=Sam+Wiley%27s" target="_blank" rel="nofollow" style="color: #0000FF">Sam Wiley's</a>&nbsp;work. Drawing on experience spanning the USPTO, industry, and strategic advisory, he helps organisations uncover actionable insights that strengthen portfolio decisions, support transactions, and unlock the full business value of intellectual property.&quot; -- IAM Strategy 300 Ryan Zurek -- Senior Managing Director, Advisory &quot;From licensing strategies to IP-backed investments and complex transactions, <a href="https://edge.prnewswire.com/c/link/?t=0&amp;l=en&amp;o=4754350-1&amp;h=1563162220&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Foceantomo.com%2Fteam%2Fryan-zurek%2F&amp;a=Ryan+Zurek" target="_blank" rel="nofollow" style="color: #0000FF">Ryan Zurek</a>&nbsp;helps clients navigate the commercial side of intellectual property. His background in valuation and deal advisory enables him to identify opportunities that maximise the financial return on innovation.&quot; -- IAM Strategy 300 Ocean Tomo Experts Recognized in Both the 2026 IAM Patent 1000 and IAM Strategy 300 This honor builds on a strong year for Ocean Tomo.&nbsp; In June 2026 the firm's experts were named among the <a href="https://edge.prnewswire.com/c/link/?t=0&amp;l=en&amp;o=4754350-1&amp;h=2649607243&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Foceantomo.com%2Finsights%2Fintellectual-property-experts-recognized-among-world-leading-patent-professionals%2F&amp;a=World%27s+Leading+Patent+Professionals" target="_blank" rel="nofollow" style="color: #0000FF">World's Leading Patent Professionals</a>&nbsp;in the IAM Patent 1000, where IAM reported, &quot;Ocean Tomo, a part of J.S. Held, remains a heavyweight in the global IP advisory and damages space, combining deep financial, technical, and licensing expertise with decades of experience handling some of the world's most consequential IP disputes.&quot;&nbsp; Together these back-to-back recognitions underscore the depth and breadth of talent across Ocean Tomo's integrated team.&nbsp; Learn More About the World's Leading IP Strategists from Ocean Tomo Learn more about the Ocean Tomo IAM Strategy 300 honorees and how they help realize and protect value across the full lifecycle of your intellectual property, visit:&nbsp;<a href="https://edge.prnewswire.com/c/link/?t=0&amp;l=en&amp;o=4754350-1&amp;h=1535471227&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Foceantomo.com%2Finsights%2Fnine-ocean-tomo-experts-named-to-the-2026-iam-strategy-300&amp;a=https%3A%2F%2Foceantomo.com%2Finsights%2Fnine-ocean-tomo-experts-named-to-the-2026-iam-strategy-300" target="_blank" rel="nofollow" style="color: #0000FF">https://oceantomo.com/insights/nine-ocean-tomo-experts-named-to-the-2026-iam-strategy-300</a>. To connect with one of the experts, email <a href="mailto:oceantomo@jsheld.com" target="_blank" rel="nofollow" style="color: #0000FF">oceantomo@jsheld.com</a>. Ocean Tomo's 360 Degree Intellectual Property Expertise These experts are part of the industry's most comprehensive global IP consulting group. Ocean Tomo's 360 Degree Intellectual Property Expertise provides continuous feedback enhancing the team's ability to deliver credible, actionable insights across all matters involving intangible assets. Clients benefit from Ocean Tomo's unique understanding of IP value, which is driven by the firm's engagement across all matters involving intangible assets, spanning strategic planning, investments, disputes, and transactions. Litigation outcomes refine valuation methodologies, while advisory engagements are shaped by real-world insights from both the boardroom and public markets. Our transaction outcomes, buying, selling, and licensing IP, validate strategic decisions and inform how IP is valued in practice. Ocean Tomo valuations used by IP owners to access capital provide insight into how financial institutions recognize IP as a bankable asset. As a part of J.S. Held, Ocean Tomo works alongside more than 1,500 professionals globally and assists with complex technical, scientific, and financial matters across all assets and value at risk. The team of experts has deep experience with tangible and intangible assets protected by IP. About J.S. Held <a href="https://edge.prnewswire.com/c/link/?t=0&amp;l=en&amp;o=4754350-1&amp;h=3241725502&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.jsheld.com%2F&amp;a=J.S.+Held" target="_blank" rel="nofollow" style="color: #0000FF">J.S. Held</a>&nbsp;is a global consulting firm that combines technical, scientific, financial, and strategic expertise to advise clients seeking to realize value and mitigate risk. Our professionals serve as trusted advisors to organizations facing high stakes matters demanding urgent attention, staunch integrity, proven experience, clear-cut analysis, and an understanding of both tangible and intangible assets. The firm provides a comprehensive suite of services, products, and data that enable clients to navigate complex, contentious, and often catastrophic situations. More than 1,500 professionals serve organizations across six continents, including 84% of the Global 200 Law Firms, 75% of the Forbes Top 20 Insurance Companies (90% of the NAIC Top 50 Property &amp; Casualty Insurers), and 71% of Fortune 100 Companies. J.S. Held, its affiliates and subsidiaries are not certified public accounting firm(s) and do not provide audit, attest, or any other public accounting services. J.S. Held is not a law firm and does not provide legal advice.&nbsp; Securities offered through PM Securities, LLC, d/b/a Phoenix IB or Ocean Tomo Investments, a part of J.S. 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<table name="logo_release" border="0" cellspacing="10" cellpadding="5" align="right"> <tbody> <tr> <td><img src="https://mmx.prnasia.com/media/MS1592954/Pudu-Robotics-Logo.jpg?id=OA2893923&amp;p=medium600" border="0" alt="" title="logo" hspace="0" vspace="0" width="118" /></td> </tr> </tbody> </table> SHENZHEN, China, Aug. 18, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- <a href="https://www.pudurobotics.com/en" target="_blank" rel="nofollow" style="color: #0000FF">Pudu Robotics</a>, a global leader in commercial service robotics, today announced the launch of <a href="https://www.pudurobotics.com/en/products/mp2000" target="_blank" rel="nofollow" style="color: #0000FF">PUDU MP2000</a>, an AI-native pallet handling robot with a 2,000 kg payload capacity designed to simplify autonomous floor-to-floor material transport across warehouses, logistics facilities and manufacturing environments. <div class="PRN_ImbeddedAssetReference" id="DivAssetPlaceHolder1" align="center"> <iframe id="PlayMedia_1" src="https://mmx.prnasia.com/media/MS1971413/PUDU-MP2000-ID-b3e0687341e5.mp4?id=OA2893924" width="560" height="325" frameborder="0" scrolling="no"></iframe> PUDU MP2000: AI-Native Pallet Handling Robot </div> As industrial operations increasingly turn to robotics for repetitive material movement, autonomous pallet handling remains challenging to deploy at scale. Traditional solutions can require extensive site preparation, dedicated infrastructure and complex integration, while differences in pallet formats and operating environments can further limit flexibility. PUDU MP2000 takes a different approach by turning autonomous pallet handling from a project-heavy deployment into a standardized robotic solution designed to work with existing operations. Plug and Play, Deploy in Minutes PUDU MP2000 combines multi-sensor navigation, edge intelligence and AI-native perception to simplify deployment from the outset. It can map the operating environment for autonomous navigation and workflow setup without extensive site modifications, dedicated reflectors or QR codes, or complex platform integration. This enables rapid, minutes-level deployment, reducing the infrastructure and commissioning burden typically associated with autonomous forklift projects. For manufacturers, this can help minimize disruption when introducing automation. For logistics operators, the standardized deployment model provides greater flexibility to expand robotic capacity as operational needs evolve. AI-Native Adaptation for Real-World Operations Pallet handling rarely follows a single standard. PUDU MP2000 supports common pallet formats, including three-runner pallets and perimeter-base pallets, while also adapting to customized, non-standard load carriers. Its AI-native perception enables real-time, onboard understanding of changing handling conditions—from recognizing available storage locations and identifying load positions to adjusting for pallet misalignment. PUDU MP2000 can also assess the load's size and shape in real time to determine clearance and navigate through constrained spaces with greater precision. By connecting perception, decision-making and execution, PUDU MP2000 enables autonomous handling&nbsp;that continuously adapts to the environment rather than relying solely on predefined conditions. Fast Fork-In for High-Frequency Material Movement PUDU MP2000 is engineered for the repetitive, high-frequency movement that defines industrial pallet logistics. Its optimized fork-handling process enables fork-in in as little as 20 seconds, helping shorten pickup cycles and keep material moving efficiently between locations. The system is designed to reduce repeated positioning and pickup attempts, enabling more consistent handling across warehouse and factory workflows. 3D Perception for Safer Autonomous Transport PUDU MP2000 combines 3D LiDAR, depth cameras and multi-sensor perception to detect and interpret obstacles across different heights and positions. The robot can identify low-profile and overhead obstacles, navigate around static obstacles and respond to dynamic obstacles in real time. This enables more adaptive autonomous movement in environments where people, equipment and materials may be constantly changing. Distributed Intelligence and Flexible Control PUDU MP2000 combines local intelligence with fleet-level coordination for flexible, autonomous operation. Each robot can make real-time decisions independently, while multiple units coordinate tasks to maintain efficient and orderly workflows across the fleet. Fleet coordination can continue in offline environments, supporting reliable operation even when external network connectivity is unavailable. The system also integrates with compatible peripheral equipment to support different operational workflows. Operators can flexibly assign tasks and quickly take control when human intervention is required. Expanding PUDU's Industrial Delivery Portfolio The launch of PUDU MP2000 expands Pudu's industrial portfolio from flexible mobile delivery into standardized pallet handling and heavier-load transport. Pudu's T Series AMRs, including PUDU T300, address flexible delivery and material transport. PUDU MP2000 extends this capability into palletized, heavier-load and floor-to-floor transportation, covering core workflows across loading docks, warehouses, line-side storage and production workshops. Together, the two product categories provide a broader foundation for end-to-end industrial logistics automation, connecting flexible delivery with standardized pallet transport across the factory and warehouse. With PUDU MP2000, Pudu Robotics is bringing an AI-native approach to a traditionally infrastructure-heavy category of automation—making autonomous pallet handling easier to deploy, easier to adapt and easier to scale. About Pudu Robotics Pudu Robotics is a global leader in commercial service robotics and the industry's first company to offer a full portfolio spanning specialized, semi-humanoid, and humanoid robots. According to Frost &amp; Sullivan's latest market report, Pudu Robotics ranks No. 1 globally in commercial service robotics by both revenue and shipment volume. Built on its One Brain, Multiple Embodiments architecture, Pudu offers robots for service delivery, commercial cleaning, industrial delivery, and general embodied AI applications across hospitality, retail, healthcare, manufacturing, education, public services, and more. To date, Pudu Robotics has shipped over 130,000 robots to customers across 85+ countries and regions. <div class="PRN_ImbeddedAssetReference" id="DivAssetPlaceHolder2"> </div>

Pudu Robotics Launches PUDU MP2000, an AI-Native Pallet Handling Robot, to Simplify Autonomous Pallet Handling for Industrial Logistics

MACAO, Aug. 18, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- On August 15, 2026, the &quot;2026&nbsp;TME Chinese Music Impact Summit&quot;, hosted by Tencent Music Entertainment Group (TME), was held in Macao, China. Themed &quot;Music IP: Where the Future Grows&quot;, the summit brought together leading figures from across the global music industry for a series of discussions on AI, live music, artists and super fans, jointly exploring the creation, growth, global expansion, and long-term value of music IP in the AI era. <div class="PRN_ImbeddedAssetReference" id="DivAssetPlaceHolder4323" style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; WIDTH: 100%"> <a href="https://mmx.prnasia.com/media/MS1971454/20260818060454EDT_image_2.jpg?id=OA2893540&amp;p=medium600" target="_blank" style="color: #0000FF"><img src="https://mmx.prnasia.com/media/MS1971454/20260818060454EDT_image_2.jpg?id=OA2893540&amp;p=medium600" title="" alt="" /></a> </div> In his opening remarks at the summit, Cussion Kar Shun Pang, Executive Chairman of Tencent Music Entertainment Group, said that AI enables the industry to produce large volumes of content in a short time, which also means high-quality music is becoming scarcer. High-quality music content creation and intellectual property protection are the foundation of the industry, Pang added, noting that TME hopes to work with the industry to develop higher-quality music IP, expand the boundaries of music value, and create new opportunities for industry growth. The AI Era Calls for a New Copyright Framework to Support the Growth of Music IP In the AI era, as technology continues to evolve, technological advances are giving music unprecedented distribution efficiency and new tools for creation. Liu Hua, Director of the China Office of the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO), delivered a video address on &quot;The Flow of Technology: Copyright Protection in the Music Industry in China&quot;. The first roundtable discussion, themed &quot;Sustaining Great Content: How Can Al Power Long-Term IP Growth?&quot;, brought together Sam Hu, Managing Director, Universal Music China &amp; SVP, Universal Music Greater China; Xin Liu, CEO, Grand Vista Music Group; Denver Chang, Chairman and Music Director, Linfair Records Ltd.; and TC Pan, Group Senior Vice President of TME, President of TME Content Cooperation, TME Distribution and TMELive, and Head of TMEA/TIMA. The panelists discussed what makes great content stand the test of time. Discussing how AI is reshaping music creation, the panelists agreed that AI should be a tool that supports creators, not a vehicle for infringing on original work. Regardless of how technology evolves, the industry must continue to prioritize high-quality content and develop fairer pricing and payment mechanisms and more equitable value-sharing models, so that works that stand the test of time can continue to generate value. <div class="PRN_ImbeddedAssetReference" id="DivAssetPlaceHolder5011" style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; WIDTH: 100%"> <a href="https://mmx.prnasia.com/media/MS1971452/20260818060454EDT_image_7.jpg?id=OA2893538&amp;p=medium600" target="_blank" style="color: #0000FF"><img src="https://mmx.prnasia.com/media/MS1971452/20260818060454EDT_image_7.jpg?id=OA2893538&amp;p=medium600" title="" alt="" /></a> </div> At a roundtable discussion themed &quot;Music in the Age of Al: New Creativity, New Rules, New Ecosystem&quot;, Zhang Jing, Chief Representative, International Confederation of Societies of Authors and Composers (CISAC) Beijing Office; Yang Ming, Professor, Peking University School of Law and Executive Vice-Dean of PKU School of Intellectual Property; Kevin Yi, Renowned Lyricist and Music Planner; and Yang Qihu, Vice President and General Counsel, Tencent Music Entertainment Group, further focused the discussion on copyright rules and the creative ecosystem. They agreed that the industry must both protect the legitimate interests of rights holders and leave room for new technologies to be responsibly integrated into the creative process. They called for rules spanning training inputs, AI-generated outputs and platform governance, built around the principles of &quot;authorization, transparency and compensation&quot;. Through collaborative innovation and shared governance, the industry can move AI music from &quot;unregulated generation&quot; toward &quot;orderly co-creation&quot;. <div class="PRN_ImbeddedAssetReference" id="DivAssetPlaceHolder5104" style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; WIDTH: 100%"> <a href="https://mmx.prnasia.com/media/MS1971456/20260818060454EDT_image_1.jpg?id=OA2893542&amp;p=medium600" target="_blank" style="color: #0000FF"><img src="https://mmx.prnasia.com/media/MS1971456/20260818060454EDT_image_1.jpg?id=OA2893542&amp;p=medium600" title="" alt="" /></a> </div> Deepening Global Collaboration to Expand the Global Reach of Chinese-Language Music IP The summit also focused on how music IP can extend across live entertainment, artists and fans while expanding into international markets, exploring how China's music industry can develop distinctive music IP that can connect with global audiences. As the global live performance market continues to grow, for a show to evolve from a &quot;breakout hit&quot; into a &quot;legendary IP&quot;, it needs a recognizable content core, sustained audience engagement, and the ability to sustain audience engagement and operations beyond the live event itself. In the discussion, Danny Tang, Co-Founder &amp; CEO, Hero Esports, co-organizer of Tomorrowland China, Zhang Chongshuo, Founder &amp; CEO, Sparkle Live Entertainment, and Michael Tseng, Vice President of Content Cooperation and Live Performance Business, Tencent Music Entertainment Group, noted that while lineups can be replicated, the live experience and the emotional value it creates are far harder to replicate — and this is what sustains the long-term vitality of a live show IP. <div class="PRN_ImbeddedAssetReference" id="DivAssetPlaceHolder8477" style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; WIDTH: 100%"> <a href="https://mmx.prnasia.com/media/MS1971453/20260818060454EDT_image_3.jpg?id=OA2893539&amp;p=medium600" target="_blank" style="color: #0000FF"><img src="https://mmx.prnasia.com/media/MS1971453/20260818060454EDT_image_3.jpg?id=OA2893539&amp;p=medium600" title="" alt="" /></a> </div> On the topic of building artist IP, Kubert Leung, Renowned Music Producer and Music Director, Vince Amoroso, SVP and Global Head of Artist Services (Music), THE TEAM, and JINBYJIN, Renowned K-pop producer and Global A&amp;R Executive of Kreation Music Rights (KMR), focused on what cannot be replicated: an artist's musical identity and personal expression. Originality, innovation, and initiative, combined with an authenticity rooted in genuine personal experience, local culture, and musical language, define the lasting distinctiveness of iconic artists and are central to their ability to resonate with audiences globally. <div class="PRN_ImbeddedAssetReference" id="DivAssetPlaceHolder3504" style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; WIDTH: 100%"> <a href="https://mmx.prnasia.com/media/MS1971459/20260818060454EDT_image_6.jpg?id=OA2893545&amp;p=medium600" target="_blank" style="color: #0000FF"><img src="https://mmx.prnasia.com/media/MS1971459/20260818060454EDT_image_6.jpg?id=OA2893545&amp;p=medium600" title="" alt="" /></a> </div> As social platforms and fan community ecosystems continue to mature, fans are participating more proactively in the distribution, co-creation and&nbsp;monetization of music IP, with &quot;super fans&quot; becoming a core audience for the long-term growth of music IP. During the roundtable discussion, Lee Hak-hee, Vice President, DearU Co., Ltd., a Korean social platform; Dora Jin, Director of the Korean Cooperation Center, Content Co-operation Department, Tencent Music Entertainment Group; and Jane Yang, Director of Product &amp; Operations, QQ Music Commercialization Center, Tencent Music Entertainment Group, agreed that recurring engagement, fan initiative and two-way emotional connection are key characteristics of the super fan ecosystem. Platforms need to help fans build long-term connections with artists, cultivating relationships that progress from awareness and emotional engagement to a sense of belonging and co-creation, thereby retaining high-quality interactive content on the platform over time. <div class="PRN_ImbeddedAssetReference" id="DivAssetPlaceHolder9526" style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; WIDTH: 100%"> <a href="https://mmx.prnasia.com/media/MS1971457/20260818060454EDT_image_5.jpg?id=OA2893543&amp;p=medium600" target="_blank" style="color: #0000FF"><img src="https://mmx.prnasia.com/media/MS1971457/20260818060454EDT_image_5.jpg?id=OA2893543&amp;p=medium600" title="" alt="" /></a> </div> In recent years, streams of Chinese-language music have continued to rise on global platforms, but how to make Chinese-language pop music more widely heard and embraced by international audiences remains a key question for the industry. At the summit, Zhou Shen, Chinese male singer, sat down with Gurjeet Chima, PMC Global VP, Head of International Markets, for a special conversation titled &quot;The Sounds of Mandopop&quot;. Discussing the internationalization of Chinese-language music, the two argued that the first priority is simply to get the music heard rather than repeatedly explain what makes it unique. They also stressed the importance of authentic self-expression, local cultural identity and working with teams that genuinely understand international markets, helping Chinese-language music develop a clear voice for global audiences. <div class="PRN_ImbeddedAssetReference" id="DivAssetPlaceHolder6717" style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; WIDTH: 100%"> <a href="https://mmx.prnasia.com/media/MS1971458/20260818060454EDT_image_4.jpg?id=OA2893544&amp;p=medium600" target="_blank" style="color: #0000FF"><img src="https://mmx.prnasia.com/media/MS1971458/20260818060454EDT_image_4.jpg?id=OA2893544&amp;p=medium600" title="" alt="" /></a> </div> In a special awards presentation at the close of the summit, Tencent Music Entertainment presented annual honors to nearly 40 partners that had worked with TME over the past year to advance music content and IP development. The awards recognized and thanked the partners for their sustained efforts to support the creation and distribution of high-quality music content. Among them, Linfair Records, Hikoon Music Group, Warner Records, Universal Music, Media Asia Music, JVR Music, Grand Vista Music Group, TF Entertainment, SM Entertainment, Sony Music Entertainment, Taihe Music Group, and Emperor Entertainment Group received the &quot;Outstanding Content Partner of the Year&quot; honor; Elephant Music Group, Rock Forward Entertainment, Enlight Media, Rock Records, Haixi Music, Stellar, HUACE MUSIC, UEC, miHoYo, SNH48, StreetVoice, YH Entertainment Group, and DMG received the &quot;Pioneering IP Innovation Partner of the Year&quot; honor; Apple Music, Believe, Aimei Film and Television, Chunyu Film and Television, DearU, DouYu, Huawei Mobile Services (HMS), HIM International Music, Jiangsu Satellite TV, SY Music, XiXi Pictures, B'in Music, and Zhejiang Satellite TV received the &quot;Outstanding Music Ecosystem Partner of the Year&quot; honor. <div class="PRN_ImbeddedAssetReference" id="DivAssetPlaceHolder5457" style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; WIDTH: 100%"> <a href="https://mmx.prnasia.com/media/MS1971455/20260818060454EDT_image_8.jpg?id=OA2893541&amp;p=medium600" target="_blank" style="color: #0000FF"><img src="https://mmx.prnasia.com/media/MS1971455/20260818060454EDT_image_8.jpg?id=OA2893541&amp;p=medium600" title="" alt="" /></a> </div> As the rise of AI intersects with globalization, the value of music IP is being reassessed. Going forward, Tencent Music Entertainment Group will continue to provide an open, pragmatic platform for industry dialogue, foster consensus among stakeholders, and work with industry partners to unlock the long-term value of Chinese music IP in global markets, moving together toward a future of &quot;borderless IP&quot;. <div class="PRN_ImbeddedAssetReference" id="DivAssetPlaceHolder0"> </div>

2026 TME Chinese Music Impact Summit Held: Music IP and New Growth Paths for the Industry in the AI Era

<table name="logo_release" border="0" cellspacing="10" cellpadding="5" align="right"> <tbody> <tr> <td><img src="https://mmx.prnasia.com/media/MS1371504/Logo.jpg?id=OA2893223&amp;p=medium600" border="0" alt="" title="logo" hspace="0" vspace="0" width="118" /></td> </tr> </tbody> </table> PASAY CITY, Philippines, Aug. 18, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- SM Investments Corporation (SM), the parent company of the SM Group, reported consolidated net income of PHP45.9 billion in the first half of 2026, up 8% from PHP42.6 billion a year earlier, as sustained consumer demand and the strength of its diversified business model supported growth across the Group.&nbsp; <div class="PRN_ImbeddedAssetReference" id="DivAssetPlaceHolder1"> </div> Consolidated revenues for the January to June period increased 6% to PHP339.2 billion, from PHP319.2 billion in the same period last year. &quot;Consumer spending in our retail stores and malls remained healthy despite recent economic shocks,&quot; said Frederic C. DyBuncio, President and Chief Executive Officer of SM Investments. &quot;The Filipino consumer was tested during the first half of the year but our businesses proved to be resilient. Steady demand across our consumer-led businesses plus solid contributions from our portfolio companies continue to reflect the strength of our diversified business model. This gives us the confidence to keep investing for long-term growth.&quot; In terms of net income, banking contributed 47% followed by property at 27%, retail at 15% and portfolio investments at 11%. SM Retail reported net income was up 5% to PHP8.9 billion while operating income grew 12% to PHP14.0 billion, demonstrating the company's ability to efficiently manage expenses amid a higher inflation environment. Growth was also broad-based, driven by resilient consumer demand for everyday essentials and the continued expansion of the group's store network. Food retail posted steady sales growth across its supermarket and minimart chain formats. Specialty retail registered higher sales, driven by the Home, Other Fashion and Kids categories. Growth in the Home category was due to sustained demand for power source alternatives. In the Other Fashion category, growth was led by Kultura and Crocs. The Kids category was bolstered by spending on toys, pets and stationery.&nbsp; As the Group's largest consumer-facing business, the unlisted SM Retail business contributes significantly to recurring cash flows at the parent level. Consumer demand was equally evident in the Group's mall business, where revenues grew 8% to PHP41.8 billion on the combined effect of higher occupancy, stronger tenant sales and improved operational efficiency. Banks posted mid-teens loan growth and remained the Group's largest earnings contributor, reflecting the continued strength of its core banking franchise.&nbsp; Portfolio investments delivered a stronger performance, driven by a turnaround in Atlas Consolidated Mining and Development Corporation, buoyed by higher copper prices. 2GO Group, Inc. recorded revenue growth across all categories, supported by higher passenger volumes in the travel segment and higher volumes in the logistics category from online purchases. Philippine Geothermal Production Company, Inc. revenues increased amid adjustments in energy prices. SM's scale, recurring income, and broad exposure to the country's consumer-driven economy enable it to generate cash reliably across economic cycles. The Group is able to allocate its resources toward expansion and long-term value creation, while the parent focusses on using its strong cash flows to increase returns to shareholders. Total assets stood at PHP1.82 trillion, with a conservative capital structure of 31% net debt to 69% equity. &quot;We remain positive about the outlook for the second half of the year, while staying mindful of macroeconomic uncertainties,&quot; Mr. DyBuncio said. &quot;Our diversified portfolio, prudent balance sheet and disciplined approach to capital allocation position us well to continue investing in the Philippines and creating long-term value for our customers, communities and shareholders.&quot; About SM Investments Corporation SM Investments Corporation (SM) is an owner-operator of market-leading businesses in retail, banking, and property, with investments in high-growth opportunities in the Philippine economy. Through its portfolio, SM generates resilient cash flows and reinvests with discipline to compound value over the long term. Its retail operations are the largest and most diversified in the country. Its property arm, SM Prime Holdings, Inc., is the largest integrated property developer in the Philippines. Its banking interests include BDO Unibank, Inc., the country's largest bank, and China Banking Corporation, one of the country's largest private domestic banks. For more information, please visit <a href="https://www.sminvestments.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow" style="color: #0000FF">www.sminvestments.com</a>&nbsp;

SM Investments reports 8% growth in H1 net income to PHP45.9 billion on sustained consumer demand

SINGAPORE and HONG KONG, Aug. 18, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Guotai Junan International Holdings Limited (&quot;GTJAI&quot;, Stock Code: 1788.HK), a company of Guotai Haitong Group, has generated a strong market response across Asia for its 2026 &quot;818 Wealth Management Festival&quot; since launching on August 1, with campaign momentum intensifying heading into mid-August. Anchored around the theme of technology-driven investment and global multi-asset strategy, the annual festival combines expert-led investment research livestreams, exclusive client privileges, interactive public installations, and digital wealth management innovations. Together, these initiatives deliver a professional, technology-enhanced wealth management experience tailored to high-net-worth individuals, institutional clients, and global investors seeking resilient capital growth. 1. Macro Strategy Panel: Navigating Fed Policy and the Disinflationary AI Wave A flagship highlight of this year's festival occurred on August 18, when GTJAI Chief Economist Zhou Hao hosted an in-depth macro strategy panel alongside Ding Yifei, Head of Asset Management at GTJAI, and Dr. Wang Shengzu, Head of Asset Management at Haitong International. The panel analysed Federal Reserve monetary policy trajectories, global capital flows, and cross-asset allocation strategies for the second half of 2026. The expert panel reached a clear consensus that the probability of further interest rate hikes by the Federal Reserve in the second half of the year remains exceptionally low. Addressing market concerns regarding artificial intelligence and inflation, the panellists noted that while massive capital expenditure driven by the AI boom creates near-term upward pressure on prices, the structural impact over a longer horizon tells a different story. Over time, AI integration will substantially enhance total factor productivity across industries, ultimately acting as a powerful disinflationary force for the global economy. In fixed income markets, Dr. Wang Shengzu projected a stabilising-to-declining trajectory for 10-year US Treasury yields throughout H2, elevating the tactical appeal of high-quality financial bonds. Recognising supply-side pressures on longer-duration US Treasuries, Ding Yifei advised conservative investors to overweight short-to-medium-duration, high-grade credit as well as emerging market investment-grade bonds with maturities under three years to lock in historically attractive yields with high certainty. Regarding global equities, Dr. Wang maintained a long-term optimistic outlook on US technology equities, supported by resilient corporate balance sheets, steady earnings growth, and favourable structural tailwinds. He recommended that investors adopt a &quot;Stay Invested&quot; strategy to navigate short-term macroeconomic noise and market volatility. Turning to Hong Kong equities, Ding pointed out that valuations remain at historic lows relative to major global benchmarks. This presents compelling entry opportunities for long-term investors seeking high-dividend yield targets alongside market-leading technology enterprises. Beyond his positive stance on Hong Kong equities, Ding further recommended incorporating a strategic allocation of 5% to 10% in gold-related assets to enhance portfolio resilience and act as an inflation hedge within a diversified multi-asset framework. 2. Dual-Hub Synergy: Unlocking Hong Kong and Singapore Advantages As part of GTJAI's commitment to expanding its international wealth management footprint, the Company collaborated closely with its Singapore subsidiary to host a dedicated strategic forum. Li Xuan, Head of Wealth Management at GTJAI Singapore, and Liu Xin, Head of Asset Management at GTJAI Singapore, explored the complementary attributes of Hong Kong and Singapore as Asia's premier wealth management centres. Li Xuan underscored Hong Kong's irreplaceable position as the primary bridge connecting Chinese Mainland's deep liquidity pools with global financial markets. Hong Kong excels in offering deep liquidity within the offshore RMB ecosystem, access to standardised financial instruments, and direct investment links into Chinese Mainland. Conversely, Singapore has solidified its reputation as a leading global asset allocation hub and safe haven, distinguishing itself through multi-regional asset diversification, cross-border corporate structuring, family office administration, and alternative asset structuring. Li emphasised that sophisticated investors should view accounts across both jurisdictions not as isolated pools, but as a unified, dual-hub framework—leveraging Hong Kong for China-focused market opportunities and Singapore for global risk dispersion. Addressing the broader economic backdrop characterised by persistent inflation, market volatility, and selective growth opportunities, Liu Xin noted that fixed-income yields remain near two-to-three-decade highs. He favoured short-duration (under three years) emerging market investment-grade bonds and short-term US Treasuries to capture solid income. On the equity side, AI-driven structural growth remains a key conviction theme. To further enhance portfolio resilience, Liu suggested allocating 10% to 20% across gold and commodities as alternative asset hedges. Furthermore, he highlighted that establishing robust trust structures and family office frameworks in Singapore provides an effective layer of risk isolation between enterprise operational liabilities and private family wealth. <div class="PRN_ImbeddedAssetReference" id="DivAssetPlaceHolder2987" style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; WIDTH: 100%"> <a href="https://mmx.prnasia.com/media/MS1971371/20260818024522EDT_image_1.jpg?id=OA2892927&amp;p=medium600" target="_blank" style="color: #0000FF"><img src="https://mmx.prnasia.com/media/MS1971371/20260818024522EDT_image_1.jpg?id=OA2892927&amp;p=medium600" title="" alt="" /></a> </div> 3. Accelerating Digital Transformation to Reshape Wealth Management 2.0 At the core of GTJAI's strategic vision is the transformation of wealth management through cutting-edge technology. GTJAI continues to pioneer digital solutions by embedding artificial intelligence directly into its core financial service chain: <ul type="disc"> <li>Junhong Global App (君弘全球通): GTJAI's flagship, one-stop global execution platform enables clients to seamlessly allocate capital across major international markets and execute multi-asset strategies with single-click efficiency.</li> <li>&quot;Archer&quot; AI Robo-Adviser: GTJAI introduced &quot;Archer&quot;, a next-generation intelligent robo-advisory system integrated with automated, real-time AI compliance verification mechanisms. Archer analyses cross-market dynamics to deliver customised, risk-adjusted asset allocation solutions tailored to individual investor profiles while ensuring strict compliance with regulatory standards.</li> </ul> 4. Omnichannel City Engagement Across Hong Kong Complementing its digital offerings, GTJAI launched a multi-channel public marketing campaign across Hong Kong from August 15 to 19. The Company transformed the landmark Central Market into an interactive wealth management experience centre. Visitors engaged with brand mascot &quot;Lingxi&quot;, explored digital onboarding tools, and accessed exclusive onboarding promotional packages offering rewards valued up to HK$2,500+. The initiative was further supported by a fleet of branded mobile advertisements navigating Hong Kong Island's taxi networks, bringing modern financial concepts into everyday public life. Looking forward, GTJAI remains committed to leveraging technology innovation and research capabilities to upgrade its wealth management product suite and service offerings. By offering smart, secure, and globally diversified wealth management solutions, GTJAI empowers global investors to capture market opportunities and achieve long-term, sustainable wealth preservation and growth. Investment involves risks; the price of a security may move up or down. Prior to making an investment decision, investors should consider whether an investment is suitable for them in view of their own financial situation, investment objectives and experience, risk tolerance, and other needs. Investors should obtain independent professional advice if they have any inquiries about the investment. Any views or opinions expressed by guests are their own and do not represent the position of the Company (Guotai Junan Securities (Hong Kong) Limited); the relevant information is provided for discussion and reference only. This document does not constitute an offer, solicitation, recommendation, opinion, or guarantee of any securities, financial products, or instruments. <div class="PRN_ImbeddedAssetReference" id="DivAssetPlaceHolder0"> </div>

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BEIJING, Aug. 18, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- A report from People's Daily: Taizhou, located in eastern China's Zhejiang province, is a city shaped by mountains and sustained by the sea. Its distinctive geography has fostered a culture of openness and inclusiveness. In recent years, Taizhou has continued to advance its high-level opening-up, improve its business environment, and enhance public services. As a result, an increasing number of foreigners are coming to the city to work, start businesses, settle down, and build their lives, linking their personal aspirations with the city's development. Argentine designer Rodrigo Alvarez serves as chief designer at Jinlang Science &amp; Technology Co., Ltd., a motorcycle manufacturer. Working alongside the company's R&amp;D team, he has tailored motorcycle designs to the aesthetic preferences, riding habits, and usage scenarios of Latin American consumers. By making targeted improvements to features such as appearance and body proportions, his efforts have helped the company better meet market demand and gradually build a differentiated competitive edge. Alvarez said he has witnessed the company's transition from exporting products to building brands overseas. &quot;More than 10 years ago, Chinese products mainly entered the Latin American market based on price advantage. Today, Chinese brands place much greater emphasis on design and quality.&quot; In recent years, Taizhou has continued its transition from a &quot;manufacturing hub&quot; to a &quot;smart manufacturing center.&quot; Top technical talent from China and abroad has converged in the city. Foreign experts with cutting-edge expertise and hands-on experience in international projects have taken root in local industries, injecting fresh vitality into the upgrading of Taizhou's manufacturing sector. At Taizhou Tailleur Sewing Equipment Co. Ltd. in Jiaojiang district, rows of industrial sewing machines stand neatly arranged. Al-Fosaiel Khaled Abdulatef Ahmed, head of the company, was busy fine-tuning a new model ahead of an upcoming international sewing equipment exhibition. Born into a Yemeni family with a long tradition in the sewing machine business, Ahmed came to China at the age of 17 to learn the technology. After visiting cities such as Shanghai, Wuhan, and&nbsp;Yiwu, he gradually developed the idea of starting his own sewing machine brand in China. He ultimately chose Taizhou because of its complete industrial and supply chains. From whole-machine manufacturing and component production to servo motors and electronic control systems, more than 400 sewing equipment manufacturers operate across the industry, covering virtually every stage of industrial sewing machine production. Ahmed was also deeply impressed by the support and healthy competition among local businesses. Early in his entrepreneurial journey, he secured a large order but lacked the funds to pay the full deposit for the components he needed. The general manager of another local sewing machine company stepped forward to provide a guarantee, helping him overcome the difficulty. Whenever he encounters challenges in R&amp;D, production and delivery, market expansion, or policy applications, local industry associations and fellow businesses in Taizhou are ready to lend a hand. The local government has continued to improve the business environment, strengthening market regulation, legal services, and government service to support business growth. Today,&nbsp;Taizhou is home to more than 3,000 foreign-invested enterprises, four provincial-level foreign-funded R&amp;D centers, and the Zhejiang China-Germany (Taizhou) Industrial Cooperation Park. Years ago, a young German woman whose Chinese name is Pan Moli came to Linhai, a county-level city administered by Taizhou, and married into Baishuiyang village in Baishuiyang town. In her eyes, Baishuiyang is a clean and pleasant place to live, with well-developed public facilities and a rich array of cultural and sporting activities. The village basketball league, in particular, left a lasting impression on her. &quot;Men and women, young and old, all come to watch because everyone loves the games. I had never seen anything like this in Germany,&quot; she said. Villagers who work and chat together during the day become opponents on the court at night. They compete fiercely during the games, yet afterward they are still laughing and chatting together. &quot;I think this is a reflection of Taizhou's culture of harmony,&quot; she said. Today, Pan Moli serves as an overseas communications ambassador for Taizhou. She uses her phone to film village basketball games and document Dragon Boat Festival traditions such as making zongzi (sticky rice dumplings), crafting scented sachets, and hanging mugwort. She then shares the videos on social media, allowing followers overseas to discover everyday life in Taizhou's rural communities through her lens. In recent years, Taizhou has made notable progress in coordinated urban-rural development. In 2025, the urban-rural income ratio in Taizhou fell to 1.79, down 0.03 from the previous year, keeping the income gap relatively low. The exit-entry administration department of the city's public security bureau, together with the city's foreign experts service center, has set up a dedicated service counter at the municipal administrative service center. The counter handles five frequently requested services, including work permit issuance, employer registration, visa extensions, residence permit issuance, and document replacement or&nbsp;reissuance. Through one-stop processing with parallel approvals, overall processing times have been cut by more than 60 percent. Walking through the streets of&nbsp;Taizhou, one often encounters people from around the world. Some came for the city's industries, while others stayed for its quality of life. Here, they have built both their careers and their lives. For them, Taizhou is no longer just a name on a map, but a city where they can put down roots, pursue their dreams, and grow alongside the community.

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<table name="logo_release" border="0" cellspacing="10" cellpadding="5" align="right"> <tbody> <tr> <td><img src="https://mmx.prnasia.com/media/MS1815695/Prodigy-Technovations-Logo.jpg?id=OA2893161&amp;p=medium600" border="0" alt="" title="logo" hspace="0" vspace="0" width="118" /></td> </tr> </tbody> </table> BENGALURU, India, Aug. 18, 2026 /PRNewswire/ --&nbsp;Prodigy Technovations Pvt. Ltd, a leader in protocol analysis solutions, proudly announces the successful testing and launch of the <a href="https://www.prodigytechno.com/product/ufs-5-0-protocol-exerciser-and-analyzer/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow" style="color: #0000FF">PGY-UFS5-EX-PA</a>. This groundbreaking tool is the industry's first UFS 5.0 protocol exerciser and analyzer&nbsp;designed to accelerate the development of next-generation flash memory interfaces required for the burgeoning AI-driven ecosystem. <div class="PRN_ImbeddedAssetReference" id="DivAssetPlaceHolder1" align="center"> <iframe id="videoMedia_1" width="560" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/fZZQK5O_Smc" frameborder="0"></iframe> UFS 5.0 Protocol Exerciser &amp; Analyzer | 46.64 Gbps HSG6B PAM4 Validation | Prodigy Technovations </div> Supporting MIPI M-PHY&reg; v6.0, MIPI UniPro&reg; v3.0, and the JEDEC UFS 5.0 specification, the <a href="https://www.prodigytechno.com/product/ufs-5-0-protocol-exerciser-and-analyzer/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow" style="color: #0000FF">PGY-UFS5-EX-PA</a>&nbsp;enables data transfer rates of 46.64Gbps per lane. This massive leap in throughput is critical for the seamless execution of artificial intelligence (AI) workloads, high-speed mobile computing, automotive ADAS, and immersive AR/VR applications. As AI moves from the cloud to the 'edge,' mobile devices and automotive SoCs require unprecedented storage performance to handle complex large language models (LLMs) and real-time data processing. The PGY-UFS5-EX-PA provides design and test engineers with the essential tools to validate UniPro v3.0 and UFS 5.0 designs, ensuring they meet the rigorous reliability and performance standards of the AI era. &quot;The shift toward on-device AI demands a fundamental change in how data is accessed and moved,&quot; said Godfree Coelho, Founder and CEO of Prodigy Technovations. &quot;Our innovative probing solution and protocol analysis capabilities in the <a href="https://www.prodigytechno.com/product/ufs-5-0-protocol-exerciser-and-analyzer/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow" style="color: #0000FF">PGY-UFS5-EX-PA</a>&nbsp;address the unique signal acquisition challenges of PAM4 at 46.64Gbps. By overcoming these hurdles, we are empowering SoC and UFS 5.0 vendors to build the high-performance, low-latency storage foundations that AI-driven applications require.&quot; Prodigy Technovations has been a steadfast Contributor member of the MIPI Alliance, actively participating in the M-PHY and UniPro working groups. &quot;MIPI Alliance welcomes continued development activity around tools such as the <a href="https://www.prodigytechno.com/product/ufs-5-0-protocol-exerciser-and-analyzer/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow" style="color: #0000FF">PGY-UFS5-EX-PA</a>&nbsp;that support implementation and validation of M-PHY v6.0 and UniPro v3.0,&quot; said Peter Lefkin, executive director, MIPI Alliance. &quot;These efforts contribute to a healthy ecosystem by helping companies evaluate and adopt these specifications for a range of applications.&quot; Key features of the <a href="https://www.prodigytechno.com/product/ufs-5-0-protocol-exerciser-and-analyzer/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow" style="color: #0000FF">PGY-UFS5.0-EX-PA</a>&nbsp;include: <ul type="disc"> <li>Support for 46.64Gbps per lane to handle data-intensive AI workloads</li> <li>Flexibility to capture very large data using continuous streaming of protocol data</li> <li>Real-time protocol decode with error analysis</li> <li>Trigger based on M-PHYv6.0, UniProv3.0 and UFS 5.0 layer packet content</li> <li>M-PHYv6.0, UniProv3.0 and UFS 5.0 layer protocol decode and analysis</li> </ul> Pricing and Availability The PGY-UFS5.0-EX-PA is available for order immediately. For evaluation requests or pricing information, please contact <a href="mailto:contact@prodigytechno.com" target="_blank" rel="nofollow" style="color: #0000FF">contact@prodigytechno.com</a>. About Prodigy Technovations <a href="https://www.prodigytechno.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow" style="color: #0000FF">Prodigy Technovations</a>&nbsp;provides protocol analysis, decode, and PHY layer testing solutions for technologies including PCIe 5.0, eMMC, SD, SDIO, UHS-II, MIPI I3C, MIPI RFFE, and MIPI SPMI, helping engineers validate complex hardware designs. Contact: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/godfreecoelho/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow" style="color: #0000FF">Godfree Coelho</a> <a href="mailto:Godfree.coelho@prodigytechno.com" target="_blank" rel="nofollow" style="color: #0000FF">Godfree.coelho@prodigytechno.com</a>&nbsp; +91 8042126100 &nbsp; <div class="PRN_ImbeddedAssetReference" id="DivAssetPlaceHolder2"> </div>

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HONG KONG SAR - <a href="https://www.media-outreach.com">Media OutReach Newswire</a> - 19 August 2026 - The annual Digital Entertainment Leadership Forum 2026 (DELF 2026), organised by Cyberport, will be held from 28 to 30 August 2026 at Cyberport. Under the theme "The Dreamatic Circus" DELF 2026 brings together creators, experts and industry leaders to explore how artificial intelligence (AI) is unleashing boundless creativity and redefining digital entertainment and content creation experiences. Over the three-day event, more than 60 distinguished leaders and professionals from the technology, entertainment and creative sectors in Hong Kong, the Chinese Mainland and around the world will discuss how AI, immersive technologies and cutting-edge innovations are reshaping content creation and entertainment experiences. As AI continues to lower the barriers to creation, the content industry is rapidly evolving from content production toward the development of the IP economy. This year's forum will focus on how AI empowers creators and enterprises to build globally competitive original intellectual properties (IPs), while examining how Cyberport's AI infrastructure, innovation ecosystem and international network can help transform innovative ideas into commercialised products, brands and globally recognised IPs, further strengthening Hong Kong's position as a leading digital entertainment and IP innovation hub in Asia. Dr Rocky Cheng, Chief Executive Officer of Cyberport, said: "Artificial intelligence is reshaping the cultural and creative industries, opening up unprecedented opportunities for creators, businesses and society. DELF 2026 brings together technology, creativity and business to foster cross-sector collaboration, advance original content creation, support IP incubation and accelerate commercial applications. Leveraging its AI infrastructure, industry ecosystem and global partnership network, Cyberport will continue to support innovative enterprises and original IP creators in seizing the opportunities of the AI era and expanding into international markets." Today, Cyberport also hosted a special panel discussion titled "From AI Creation to Global IP: New Opportunities for the Entertainment Industry," bringing together industry experts to explore emerging opportunities in content creation, IP incubation and commercialisation in the age of AI. Moderated by Ir Eric Chan, Chief Public Mission Officer of Cyberport, the discussion featured Mr Frankie Tam, Creative Director of Ultra Instinct Limited; Ms Polly Yeung, Chief Executive Officer of Gudo Inc.; and Ms Louie Cheng, Director of AI Education and OPC Entrepreneurship Incubation at FizzDragon. Panellists agreed that AI is not only significantly enhancing content creation efficiency but is also accelerating the transition of the content industry into the era of the IP economy, creating broader commercial and international development opportunities for Hong Kong's original IPs. Ir Eric Chan, Chief Public Mission Officer of Cyberport, said: "AI is unlocking unprecedented creative possibilities and injecting fresh momentum into Hong Kong's cultural and creative industries. As the industry enters a new phase of transformation, our focus should go beyond encouraging the creation of original content. We must also help promising IP develop long-term value, progressing from creative ideas to practical applications, and from individual works to recognised brands. Cyberport will continue to advance its public mission by connecting technology, creativity, talent and industry resources, empowering more local creators and enterprises to harness AI and turn Hong Kong's creativity into market-ready outcomes with international potential." Over the three days, the forum will feature discussions on a wide range of topics, including AI collaboration, IP ecosystem development, the cultural and creative economy, smart cities, and future living. Speakers and representatives from organisations such as the University of Southern California (USC), The Hong Kong Academy for Performing Arts, TVB Plus, GGWP, Mei Ah Entertainment, and Xi'an XR Film Industry Base will share insights on how AI is driving innovation, commercialisation and globalisation across the creative industries. In addition, the interactive experience zone will feature four themed areas and more than 35 experiential activities, showcasing diverse digital entertainment and smart living scenarios powered by AI, immersive technologies and other advanced innovations. The four themed zones include: <ul> <li> Arts &amp; Culture – featuring the immersive interactive art exhibition Another World: RADIANCE, Cyberport's original immersive cultural exhibition The Reveries of Ancient Egypt, Hong Kong's first XR 6D experience Harbour Dreams: Hong Kong XR Adventure, and the complete VR experience Versailles: The Lost Gardens of the Sun King VR experience. </li> <li> Digital Entertainment – showcasing innovative projects including Nikopicto's interactive skateboard experience SkateAway Circus, TVB Music Money Monster System, and the FizzDragon AI Short Drama Creation Platform. </li> <li> Smart Living &amp; Business – featuring products such as Genesis One's 3D &amp; AI Smart Fashion Platform, allowing visitors to experience how technology is transforming everyday life. </li> <li> Robotics &amp; Drones – presenting consumer robotics innovations such as combat robots and AI interactive smart vehicles developed by Jin Technology, alongside the "Charting the Future: eVTOL Inaugural Test Flight," highlighting the latest developments in interactive technology, the low-altitude economy and smart mobility. </li> </ul> To encourage visitors to explore the diverse digital entertainment experiences, DELF 2026 will launch a special "Play-to-Earn" campaign that combines gamification and rewards. Participants can collect stamps by completing designated tasks across the four themed zones and redeem gifts, while those who complete all challenges will have a chance to receive limited-edition merchandise from the Hong Kong original animation IP Another Worlds. The event will also feature AI interactive workshops under the Cyberport Academy: DELF 2026 - AI Cultural &amp; Creative Micro-Academy, where participants can learn creative skills such as concept art design and video production. In addition, the event will feature a special movie screening programme showcasing a Mars-themed AIGC sci-fi short drama from Singapore, selected works from the 3rd AI-assisted animation production support scheme, and 2nd HKUST AI Film Festival. Complemented by a live performance from popular K-pop band XODIAC and an indoor drone cirque, the programme will deliver an immersive experience that brings together artificial intelligence, digital entertainment and creative technology. For more information about DELF 2026 and the speaker lineup, please visit: <a href="https://delf.cyberport.hk">https://delf.cyberport.hk</a>. Please click <a href="https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/18sitNXHv15PUaWW_t_O4rX9qx_I8ygwO">HERE</a> to download the high-resolution press photos. <table style="width: 100%;border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);border-collapse: collapse;overflow: revert"> <tbody> <tr style="margin: 6px;border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left"> <td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top"> Photo 1: Dr Rocky Cheng, Chief Executive Officer of Cyberport (centre); Ir Eric Chan, Chief Public Mission Officer of Cyberport (third from right); Mr Terence Leung, Curator of the Digital Entertainment Leadership Forum at Cyberport (second from left); Mr Frankie Tam, Creative Director of Ultra Instinct Limited (second from right); Ms Polly Yeung, Chief Executive Officer of Gudo Inc. (first from right); and Ms Louie Cheng, Director of AI Education and OPC Entrepreneurship Incubation at FizzDragon (first from left), posed for a group photo at the DELF 2026 press conference, previewing the forum to be held at Cyberport from 28 to 30 August and highlighting a series of exciting upcoming programmes and activities. </td> </tr> <tr style="margin: 6px;border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left"> <td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top"> Photo 2: Dr Rocky Cheng, Chief Executive Officer of Cyberport, said that AI is reshaping the cultural and creative industries, opening up unprecedented opportunities for creators, businesses and society. Leveraging its AI infrastructure, industry ecosystem and global partnership network, Cyberport will continue to support innovative enterprises and original IP creators in seizing the opportunities of the AI era and expanding into international markets. </td> </tr> <tr style="margin: 6px;border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left"> <td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top"> Photo 3: Ir Eric Chan, Chief Public Mission Officer of Cyberport (first from left), moderates the panel discussion "From AI Creation to Global IP: New Opportunities for the Entertainment Industry," joined by Mr Frankie Tam, Creative Director of Ultra Instinct Limited (second from left); Ms Polly Yeung, CEO of Gudo Inc. (second from right); and Ms Louie Cheng, Director of AI Education and OPC Entrepreneurship Incubation at FizzDragon (first from right), discussing how AI is reshaping content creation and driving the growth of the IP economy. </td> </tr> <tr style="margin: 6px;border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left"> <td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top"> Photo 4: Mr Terence Leung, Project Curator, Digital Entertainment Leadership Forum, Cyberport, introduces the key highlights of DELF 2026 to the media. </td> </tr> <tr style="margin: 6px;border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left"> <td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top"> Photo 5: Mr Terence Leung, Curator of the Digital Entertainment Leadership Forum at Cyberport (second from left); Mr Frankie Tam, Creative Director of Ultra Instinct Limited (first from right); Ms Polly Yeung, Chief Executive Officer of Gudo Inc. (first from left); and Ms Louie Cheng, Director of AI Education and OPC Entrepreneurship Incubation at FizzDragon (second from right), posed for a group photo with "Gudo" (centre), a character from Another World, at the DELF 2026 press conference. </td> </tr> <tr style="margin: 6px;border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left"> <td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top"> Photo 6 - 11: Multiple booths on display at the DELF 2026 press conference, including Genesis ONE (photo 6), HTC HK Limited (photo 7), Jin Technology Limited (photo 8), Gudo Inc (photo 9), FizzDragon (photo 10) and Hong Kong Blind Union (photo 11). </td> </tr> </tbody> </table> Hashtag: #DELF #Cyberport The issuer is solely responsible for the content of this announcement.<h4>About Hong Kong Cyberport </h4>Wholly owned by the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) Government, Cyberport is Hong Kong's digital tech hub and AI accelerator, with a vision to empower industry digitalisation and intelligent transformation, to promote digital economy and AI development, and to foster Hong Kong to be an international AI, innovation and technology (I&amp;T) hub. Cyberport gathers over 2,400 companies, including 29 listed companies and 10 unicorns. One-third of onsite companies' founders come from 28 countries and regions, while Cyberport companies have expanded to over 35 global markets. Cyberport, with Hong Kong's largest AI Supercomputing Centre and AI Lab as the engine, has been building the AI ecosystem with industry-leading AI companies and over 500 AI and data science start-ups. Through development of tech clusters, namely AI, data science, blockchain and cybersecurity, Cyberport empowers industries across smart city and government, banking and finance, digital entertainment, culture and tourism, healthcare, education and training, property management, construction, transportation and logistics, green environment and more, while hosting Hong Kong's largest FinTech community. Commissioned by the HKSAR Government, Cyberport has implemented proof-of-concept and sandbox schemes, subsidisation for digital tech adoption, industry tech training and start-up incubation, to drive technology R&amp;D, translation and commercialisation, thus propelling digital transformation and intelligent upgrade across industry and society. Also as "State-level Scientific and Technological Enterprise Incubator" and Hong Kong's key incubator, Cyberport supports entrepreneurs with funding and office space, extensive networks of enterprises, investors, technology corporations and professional services for business growth and expansion to Chinese Mainland and overseas markets, all-round facilitation for landing in Hong Kong, talent attraction and cultivation, ready as a launchpad to take start-ups in any stages of development to the next level. 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<h4>Nationwide #AreYourKidneysOK+? initiative expands access to subsidised blood screening, public education, and pharmacist support for 12,550 Malaysians.</h4>KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA – <a href="https://www.media-outreach.com/">Media OutReach Newswire</a> – 19 August 2026 – As chronic conditions such as diabetes, cardiovascular disease and chronic kidney disease continue to affect Malaysians, early detection is becoming increasingly important in reducing complications and improving long-term health outcomes. <figure data-image-width="0" data-image-height="0" style="display: block;width: 100%;margin: 0px;padding: 0px;text-align: center" align="center"> <img src="https://release.media-outreach.com/release.php/Images/795594/group-photo.jpg" alt="(From left: Dr. Cheng Yong Fatt (Consultant Nephrologist of KPJ Seremban Specialist Hospital); Dr. Svetlana Yanchuk (Country President of AstraZeneca Malaysia); Ph. Hiew Fei Tsong (Co-founder of Alpro Group); Dr. Ng Ming Lee (Medical Director of Alpro Clinic); Ms Jenny Poon (Business Unit Director of CVRM/R&amp;I of AstraZeneca Malaysia); Dr. Yong Lit Sin (Consultant Endocrinologist of Columbia Asia Hospital Seremban)" width="100%" style="width: 100%;margin: 0px"> <figcaption class="" style="text-align: left;font-size: 16px;line-height: 24px;display: block;margin: 0px;width: 100%"> <div align="left" style="margin-top: 16px;text-align: start"> (From left: Dr. Cheng Yong Fatt (Consultant Nephrologist of KPJ Seremban Specialist Hospital); Dr. Svetlana Yanchuk (Country President of AstraZeneca Malaysia); Ph. Hiew Fei Tsong (Co-founder of Alpro Group); Dr. Ng Ming Lee (Medical Director of Alpro Clinic); Ms Jenny Poon (Business Unit Director of CVRM/R&amp;I of AstraZeneca Malaysia); Dr. Yong Lit Sin (Consultant Endocrinologist of Columbia Asia Hospital Seremban) </div> </figcaption> </figure> These conditions are closely interconnected across the Cardio-Kidney-Metabolic spectrum, meaning that a problem affecting one area of health may also increase the risks to other parts of the body. However, many individuals may not recognise these risks until their condition has progressed or complications have developed. One such complication is hyperkalemia, a condition characterised by elevated potassium levels in the blood. Hyperkalemia is more common among people living with chronic kidney disease because impaired kidneys may have lower ability to remove excess potassium from the body. As the condition may not always present noticeable warning signs, it remains under-recognised by the public and may lead to serious complications affecting the heart's rhythm if not appropriately identified and managed. Recognising the need to strengthen early detection and public awareness across the Cardio-Kidney-Metabolic (CKM) spectrum, Alpro Group, in collaboration with AstraZeneca Malaysia, announced the launch of #AreYourKidneysOK+?, a nationwide awareness campaign dedicated to encourage early detection, promoting kidney health, and raising awareness of hyperkalemia. This nationwide initiative aims to empower Malaysians to better understand the connection between their heart, kidney and metabolic health, while bringing greater attention to hyperkalemia as an often-overlooked complication associated with chronic kidney disease. At the heart of the campaign is a subsidised blood screening programme aimed at encouraging more Malaysians to take an earlier and more proactive approach to their health. Eligible individuals will receive subsidy on selected blood test packages, to reduce financial barriers in screening and to support the earlier identification of potential Cardio-Kidney-Metabolic and health risks. The campaign aims to reach 12,550 individuals across Malaysia, a shared commitment by Alpro Group and AstraZeneca Malaysia to turn public health awareness into meaningful action. Beyond providing financial support for screening, the campaign creates a more accessible pathway for Malaysians to learn about their potential health risks, undergo appropriate screening and speak to their healthcare professionals about the next steps they may need to undertake. To extend the campaign's reach beyond physical pharmacy locations, the initiative is supported by a dedicated digital health education platform containing trusted and easy-to-understand information about hyperkalemia, including its causes, risk factors, possible warning signs and relationship with chronic kidney disease. The platform serves as a public health resource that Malaysians can access at any time, helping individuals and caregivers better understand hyperkalemia and prepare for more informed conversations with pharmacists, doctors and other healthcare professionals. Through Alpro Group's community healthcare network, members of the public will also have greater access to pharmacist support and guidance. Alpro pharmacists can help individuals better understand the importance of screening, recognise relevant risk factors and seek appropriate medical assessment or follow-up when necessary. "Many chronic health risks develop quietly and may only be discovered after complications have occurred. Through this campaign, we want to make preventive healthcare more accessible by connecting public education, affordable screening and professional healthcare support. By targeting 12,550 Malaysians, we hope to encourage more people to take an earlier and more proactive step towards understanding their heart, kidney and metabolic health," said Dr. Ng Ming Lee, Medical Director of Alpro Clinic. "As chronic kidney disease remains a significant public health challenge in Malaysia, this collaboration reflects a shared commitment across the healthcare ecosystem to strengthen public awareness of kidney health and bring health education closer to the public. Through Alpro Group's nationwide network, we aim to help more Malaysians learn about relevant risk factors and have informed conversations with healthcare professionals to support appropriate assessment and follow-up," said Dr. Svetlana Yanchuk, Country President, AstraZeneca Malaysia. Through this collaboration, Alpro Group and AstraZeneca Malaysia reaffirm their shared commitment to advancing preventive healthcare by combining greater public awareness, accessible screening and professional healthcare support. The campaign also demonstrates the important role that community pharmacies can play in supporting wider public health efforts by providing Malaysians with convenient access to health education, early screening opportunities and trusted professional guidance within their communities. Members of the public are encouraged to learn more about hyperkalemia by visiting<a href="http://www.alpropharmacy.com/pages/hyperkalemia"> </a><a href="http://www.alpropharmacy.com/pages/hyperkalemia">www.alpropharmacy.com/pages/hyperkalemia</a> or by speaking to an Alpro pharmacist. References 1. KDIGO Controversies Conference. Potassium Homeostasis and Management of Dyskalemia in Kidney Diseases. Kidney International (2020). <a href="https://kdigo.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/KDIGO-Potassium-Management-Final-publication.pdf">[kdigo.org]</a> 2. National Kidney Foundation. High Potassium (Hyperkalemia): Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment (updated 2025). Hashtag: #AlproPharmacy #AlproGroup #AreYourKidneysOK+? The issuer is solely responsible for the content of this announcement.<h4>About Alpro Group</h4>Founded in 2002, Alpro Group's ecosystem has grown to include Alpro Pharmacy, Apotek Alpro, Alpro スギ (Sugi) Pharmacy, Alpro Physio, Alpro Clinic, Alpro Baby, Alpro OptiSaver, Alpro Audiology, Alpro Health, and Alpro Foundation. Supported by a team of more than 1,000 healthcare professionals, including doctors, pharmacists, nutritionists, dietitians, physiotherapists, optometrist and many others, Alpro serves over 5 million families in Malaysia and Indonesia through its extensive network of 500 physical outlets. Alpro Pharmacy is the first and only community pharmacy in the region to offer product liability insurance of MYR 1 million in Malaysia and IDR 3 billion in Indonesia, ensuring the supply of genuine medications and enhancing consumer trust. With the vision of a healthy and vibrant world, Alpro Group aims to become the No. 1 prescription pharmacy chain in Southeast Asia. <h4>About AstraZeneca</h4>AstraZeneca is a global, science led biopharmaceutical company focused on the discovery, development, and commercialisation of innovative medicines that transform patient outcomes. Headquartered in Cambridge, United Kingdom, the company operates in more than 100 countries and plays a significant role in advancing modern healthcare through research driven innovation and strategic partnerships worldwide. Guided by its purpose to push the boundaries of science to deliver life changing medicines, AstraZeneca prioritises long term investment in research and development. The company's global strategy is built on deep scientific expertise, advanced technology platforms, and precision medicine approaches, including biologics, antibody drug conjugates, and data driven drug discovery. These capabilities enable AstraZeneca to address complex diseases and unmet medical needs with increasing accuracy and effectiveness. <img src="//track.media-outreach.com/index.php/WebView/480202/44375" alt="" width="1" height="1" style="width:1px;height:1px;">

(From left: Dr. Cheng Yong Fatt (Consultant Nephrologist of KPJ Seremban Specialist Hospital); Dr. Svetlana Yanchuk (Country President of AstraZeneca Malaysia); Ph. Hiew Fei Tsong (Co-founder of Alpro Group); Dr. Ng Ming Lee (Medical Director of Alpro Clinic); Ms Jenny Poon (Business Unit Director of CVRM/R&I of AstraZeneca Malaysia); Dr. Yong Lit Sin (Consultant Endocrinologist of Columbia Asia Hospital Seremban)

Alpro Group and AstraZeneca Collaborate to Advance Early Detection Across the Cardio-Kidney-Metabolic Spectrum and Raise Awareness of Hyperkalemia

<ul> <li> Taking over manroland sheetfed lifecycle business and POLAR production operations strengthens core business </li> <li> ONBERG pursuing partnership with Skyeton in European defense sector </li> <li> Move into production of sodium-ion battery storage systems taps into new potential </li> <li> First-quarter incoming orders lay solid foundation for further business development </li> <li> Sales and EBITDA margin at start of year in line with expectations </li> <li> Forecast for financial year 2026/2027 confirmed </li> </ul> HEIDELBERG, GERMANY - Newsaktuell – 19 August 2026 - Heidelberger Druckmaschinen AG (HEIDELBERG) has started financial year 2026/2027 by systematically continuing its transition to a more broadly based technology company. HEIDELBERG is setting the course for future growth with a number of strategic initiatives. Besides expanding its core business by taking over manroland sheetfed lifecycle business and POLAR production operations, the company is also tapping into additional potential by taking advantage of new market opportunities arising from energy storage systems and the European defense sector. <figure data-image-width="0" data-image-height="0" style="display: block;width: 100%;margin: 0px;padding: 0px;text-align: center" align="center"> <img src="https://images.media-outreach.com/release.php/Thumb/1600x1600/798709/798709-03-Batterie-Energies-temB.jpeg" alt="HD Advanced Technologies is handling industrial production of battery energy storage systems (cabinets) for PHENOGY." style="width: 100%;margin: 0px" width="1600"> <figcaption style="text-align: left;font-size: 16px;line-height: 24px;display: block;margin: 0px;width: 100%" class=""> <div style="margin-top: 16px;text-align: start" align="left"> HD Advanced Technologies is handling industrial production of battery energy storage systems (cabinets) for PHENOGY. </div> </figcaption> </figure> Integration of the manroland sheetfed Group's lifecycle business and global sales and service companies, together with full acquisition of POLAR postpress systems, has further enhanced the strategic position of HEIDELBERG as a systems integrator in its core business. As part of the manroland sheetfed transaction, HEIDELBERG has also secured the intellectual property rights for the Roland 900 / Cartonmaster in the large-format sheetfed offset segment. The first press of this model has already been sold, and HEIDELBERG is currently looking into further production and development options for this system at a low-cost location. In this way, the company is reinforcing its leading position in the printing and packaging sector. Live Hub opened to demonstrate integrated drone defense At the recent international aerospace trade show ILA Berlin, ONBERG signed a Memorandum of Understanding for a further joint venture – with the Ukrainian drone developer Skyeton. The Skyeton portfolio includes high-tech, combat-proven surveillance drones, which are being combined with the HEIDELBERG unmanned ground vehicle (UGV) to create an autonomous system of systems. The unmanned air-ground systems that are currently being developed in rapid innovation cycles in Ukraine are increasingly regarded as a future defense solution. In July, ONBERG opened a Live Hub to demonstrate integrated counter-UAS capabilities at its Brandenburg site, where decision-makers from public authorities, operators of critical infrastructure, the armed forces, and industry can see exactly how integrated protection from enemy drones works in practice. The move by HD Advanced Technologies into the production of sodium-ion battery storage systems is also opening up new potential. The company has teamed up with Swiss business PHENOGY to collaborate on a technology and industry platform in this sector. As an initial step, HD Advanced Technologies will start handling the industrial manufacturing of complete energy storage systems for PHENOGY – from procurement and production through to rollout, installation, service, and maintenance. The two companies are also laying the groundwork for a joint venture focusing on the development and industrial manufacturing of sodium-ion battery cells based on PHENOGY's cell chemistry and a specific printing process from HEIDELBERG. "This financial year at HEIDELBERG is all about investments in line with our strategic agenda. We are looking to further strengthen the company's market position and tap into new potential. This will create the basis for profitable growth and sustainable value enhancement in the coming years," says Jürgen Otto, CEO of HEIDELBERG. Solid start to FY 2026/2027 During the first quarter of financial year 2026/2027 (April 1 to June 30, 2026), underlying conditions continued to be challenging for HEIDELBERG. Despite this, the incoming orders figure of € 537 million was only slightly down on the equivalent quarter of the previous year (€ 559 million) and therefore laid a solid foundation for further business development. The phasing-out of a state-subsidized investment program in Italy had a massive impact in the first quarter, reducing incoming orders there by over € 60 million compared with the corresponding quarter of the previous year. The positive developments in China and the rest of Asia only partly compensated for this. Sales totaled € 404 million and, as expected, were therefore below the figure for the equivalent period of the previous year (€ 466 million). Sales were significantly higher in China, the UK, and Brazil, but lower elsewhere, especially in the EMEA region. Adjusted for special items, the EBITDA margin for the first quarter of financial year 2026/2027 was 0.2 percent (corresponding quarter of previous year: 4.4 percent), primarily due to the lower volume of sales. As is normally the case at this point in the financial year, the free cash flow after the first three months was negative, at € -77 million (equivalent period of previous year: € -68 million). The net result after taxes for the first quarter amounted to € -32 million (corresponding period of previous year: € -11 million). The HEIDELBERG Technology segment's incoming orders and sales after three months exceeded the level recorded in the equivalent period of the previous year. Adjusted EBITDA remained stable at € -4 million. A partly expected downturn in the EMEA region was a particular factor contributing to the Print &amp; Packaging Equipment segment's lower incoming orders and sales. In the Digital Solutions &amp; Lifecycle segment, incoming orders after three months were around 5 percent up on the equivalent quarter of the previous year, while sales matched the previous year's quarterly figure. "In our core business, we are targeting our investments toward growth markets, which is also boosting our service, consumables, and spare parts business," says Dr. David Schmedding, Chief Technology &amp; Sales Officer at HEIDELBERG. "At the same time, we can increase the proportion of repeat sales and better balance out new machine business, which tends to depend on economic trends," he adds. Forecast for financial year 2026/2027 confirmed The forecast for financial year 2026/2027 remains unchanged. The company is expecting stable Group sales matching the previous year's level in financial year 2026/2027 and a noticeable improvement in the adjusted EBITDA margin compared with the previous year. It is assumed that there will be no substantial changes in relevant exchange rates for business activities. The issuer is solely responsible for the content of this announcement.<h4>About HEIDELBERG:</h4>Heidelberger Druckmaschinen AG (HEIDELBERG) is a leading technology company that has been standing for innovation, quality, and reliability in mechanical engineering worldwide for 175 years. With a clear focus on growth and as a total solution provider, HEIDELBERG is driving further development in the core areas of packaging and digital printing, software solutions, and lifecycle business with service and consumables so that customers can achieve maximum productivity and efficiency. The company is also focusing on expanding into new business areas such as high-precision plant engineering with integrated control systems, automation technology, robotics, and the growing green technologies sector. With its strong international presence in approximately 170 countries, the creative power and expertise of its roughly 9,500 employees, its own production facilities in Europe, China, and the USA, and one of the largest global sales and service networks, the company is ideally positioned for future growth. Image material and further information about the company are available in the <a href="https://www.heidelberg.com/global/de/about_heidelberg/investor_relations/overview_1.jsp" class="social-media-link"><img style="margin-right: 7px;vertical-align: middle;display: inline-block !important;width: 24px" src="https://release.media-outreach.com/Release/templates/images/socialMedia/generic_link.png" width="24" height="24" data-no-lazy="1">Investor Relations</a> portal and <a href="https://www.heidelberg.com/global/en/about_heidelberg/press_relations/press_release/ov_press_lounge.jsp#%3B1475%3B0%3B0%3B0%3B%3Bscore%3B0" class="social-media-link"><img style="margin-right: 7px;vertical-align: middle;display: inline-block !important;width: 24px" src="https://release.media-outreach.com/Release/templates/images/socialMedia/generic_link.png" width="24" height="24" data-no-lazy="1">Press Lounge</a> of Heidelberger Druckmaschinen AG at <a href="http://www.heidelberg.com" class="social-media-link"><img style="margin-right: 7px;vertical-align: middle;display: inline-block !important;width: 24px" src="https://release.media-outreach.com/Release/templates/images/socialMedia/generic_link.png" width="24" height="24" data-no-lazy="1">www.heidelberg.com</a>. Important note: This release contains forward-looking statements based on assumptions and estimates by the management of Heidelberger Druckmaschinen Aktiengesellschaft. Even though the management is of the opinion that these assumptions and estimates are accurate, the actual future development and results may deviate substantially from these forward-looking statements due to various factors, such as changes in the overall economic situation, in exchange and interest rates, and within the print media industry. Heidelberger Druckmaschinen Aktiengesellschaft provides no guarantee and assumes no liability for future developments and results deviating from the assumptions and estimates made in this press release.<img src="//track.media-outreach.com/index.php/WebView/481749/44375" alt="" width="1" height="1" style="width:1px;height:1px;">

HD Advanced Technologies is handling industrial production of battery energy storage systems (cabinets) for PHENOGY.

HEIDELBERG systematically pressing ahead with strategic development – solid start to FY 2026/2027

<div> <ul> <li> Appointment reinforces SNP's commitment to one of the world's fastest-growing enterprise software and AI transformation markets </li> <li> Supports SNP's growth ambitions in Asia Pacific through its partner-first, software-led strategy </li> <li> Enables organizations to accelerate SAP transformation and build AI-ready data foundations to reduce downtime and deliver faster, more secure modernization </li> </ul> </div> MUMBAI, INDIA - <a href="https://www.media-outreach.com/">Media OutReach Newswire</a> - 19 August 2026 - SNP SE, a leading provider of software for AI-enabled digital transformation, automated data migration and data management in the SAP environment, announced the appointment of Neeraj Athalye as Managing Director, India. Based in Mumbai, Athalye will be responsible for leading SNP's expansion helping customers build the data foundations for business AI using SNP's Kyano® platform and Bluefield® approach. <figure data-image-width="0" data-image-height="0" style="display: block;width: 100%;margin: 0px;padding: 0px;text-align: center" align="center"> <img src="https://images.media-outreach.com/release.php/Thumb/1600x2405/797470/797470-Neeraj-2-jpg-1600x2405.jpeg" alt="Neeraj 2" width="1600" style="width: 80%;margin: 0px auto"> </figure> Athalye brings with him more than 30 years of experience across enterprise software, SAP, cloud technologies and business leadership, having held senior positions at SAP, MatrixOne (Dassault Systèmes), Honda, John Deere, SUSE and, most recently, Icertis. His track record in building partner ecosystems, scaling high‑growth businesses, and driving customer‑centric innovation positions him perfectly to lead SNP's next phase of expansion in India. The appointment comes as SNP expands its presence in Asia Pacific and continues to invest in AI-enabled capabilities for SAP transformations. At its annual flagship event "Transformation World" in Heidelberg, Germany, in July, SNP introduced new capabilities for its Kyano platform to customers, partners and experts from across the global SAP ecosystem. Kyano brings together software for data management, migration and continuous assessment of SAP landscapes, supporting organizations throughout their SAP transformation journey. The platform also supports migrations from different ERP source systems and integrates partner capabilities through its ecosystem and Marketplace. Among the new capabilities is Kyano Lorna, an Agentic AI Layer that draws on more than 30 years of SNP's data transformation expertise to provide real-time insights and project-specific recommendations. Embedded directly into transformation projects it helps customers execute transformations faster while maintaining the highest levels of accuracy, reliability and compliance. Kyano Oros extends the platform to unstructured data which accounts for approximately 80% of enterprise data volumes and has largely remained inaccessible to traditional transformation tools. This provides a critical foundation for preparing enterprise data landscapes for modern AI applications. Together, these capabilities help India's organizations accelerate and simplify SAP transformations while preparing their data for business AI. India continues to see growing demand for SAP transformation projects, driven by cloud adoption, digital transformation initiatives and increasing investment in AI. This makes the country an important market within SNP's Asia Pacific strategy. Following its partner-first approach, SNP plans to further expand its ecosystem of consulting, hyperscaler and technology partners, combining Kyano with local delivery and industry expertise to support customers throughout their transformation projects and accelerate time-to-value. Phillip Miltiades, President &amp; Managing Director, Asia Pacific &amp; Japan, SNP Group: "We see significant growth potential in India and across the Asia Pacific region. India represents one of the most exciting opportunities for SNP, with growing demand for solutions that simplify complex SAP transformation programs while minimizing business disruption. Neeraj's experience will help us further expand our market presence and strengthen our partner-first strategy to deliver scalable, software-led transformation outcomes." Hashtag: #SNP The issuer is solely responsible for the content of this announcement.<h4>About SNP</h4><div></div> SNP (ticker: SHF.DE) is the global technology platform leader and trusted partner for companies seeking unparalleled data-enabled transformation capabilities and business agility. SNP's Kyano® platform integrates all necessary capabilities and partner offerings to provide comprehensive software-based experience in data migration and management. Combined with the Bluefield® approach, Kyano sets a comprehensive industry standard for restructuring and modernizing enterprise data faster and more securely while harnessing AI-driven innovations based on over 30 years of experience. The company works with more than 3,000 customers of all sizes and in all industries in over 80 countries, including numerous DAX 40 and Fortune 500 companies. The SNP Group has more than 1,700 employees worldwide at over 34 locations in 22 countries. The company is headquartered in Heidelberg, Germany, and generated revenues of around EUR 297 million in the 2025 fiscal year. More information is available at <a href="http://www.snpgroup.com" class="social-media-link"><img style="margin-right: 7px;vertical-align: middle;display: inline-block !important;width: 24px" src="https://release.media-outreach.com/Release/templates/images/socialMedia/generic_link.png" width="24" height="24" data-no-lazy="1">www.snpgroup.com</a><img src="//track.media-outreach.com/index.php/WebView/481105/44375" alt="" width="1" height="1" style="width:1px;height:1px;">

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SNP appoints Neeraj Athalye as Managing Director for India strengthening its partner‑first and best-data-for business-AI strategy

BANGKOK, THAILAND – <a href="https://www.media-outreach.com/">Media OutReach Newswire</a> – 19 August 2026 – Every journey leaves a story behind – sometimes in photographs, sometimes in the scratches, tags and stickers collected on our luggage along the way. OZO is turning those travel memories into something guests can take with them, teaming up with acclaimed Thai street artist Benzilla to launch four exclusive OZO x BENZILLA luggage stickers inspired by the character and energy of its destinations. <figure data-image-width="0" data-image-height="0" style="display: block;width: 100%;margin: 0px;padding: 0px;text-align: center" align="center"> <img src="https://images.media-outreach.com/release.php/Thumb/1600x900/798674/798674-OZOxBenzilla-PR-News-Cove.jpeg" alt="Stick with the Good Vibes: OZO and Benzilla Turn Travel Memories into Collectable Luggage Art" style="width: 100%;margin: 0px" width="1600"> </figure> Featuring Benzilla's signature LOOOK character, the limited-edition designs invite travellers to add a new story to their luggage with every OZO stay. The collaboration forms part of ONYX Hospitality Group's 60th anniversary celebrations under More of What You Love, bringing OZO's Unpack Good Vibes philosophy and Local Pulse brand pillar to life through art, travel and destination-inspired experiences. OZO, ONYX Hospitality Group's upper-midscale lifestyle hotel brand, is built around its Unpack Good Vibes philosophy and three brand pillars: Rest to Rise, helping guests recharge; Feel the Buzz, embracing fun and social experiences; and Local Pulse, connecting travellers with the people, culture and character of each destination. The collaboration grew out of OZO's Local Pulse concept, with Benzilla using his distinctive visual style and LOOOK character to interpret the personality of four OZO destinations. Guests booking directly with participating OZO hotels will receive one limited-edition OZO x BENZILLA luggage sticker per room, per stay at check-out. The offer applies to bookings made by 30 April 2027, for stays completed by 30 June 2027, while stocks last. OZO Hotels in Thailand <ul> <li> OZO North Pattaya puts guests close to North Pattaya Beach, local restaurants, lifestyle attractions and the energy of the city. After a day exploring Pattaya, guests can cool off at the SPLASH swimming pool, recharge at TONE or unwind over food and drinks at EAT and THIRST - making it an easy base for combining city experiences with time to relax. </li> <li> OZO Phuket is just moments from Kata Beach, one of Phuket's best-known beach and surfing spots. With a lagoon pool, children's pool, water slides and play areas, the hotel works particularly well for families, while its location makes it easy to experience Phuket's beaches, water activities and island lifestyle. Guests can also dine at EAT and Prego, relax at CHILL or recharge at TONE. </li> <li> OZO Chaweng Samui sits directly on Chaweng Beach, placing the sea at the heart of the stay. Guests can spend their days enjoying the beach and SPLASH swimming pool, discover Koh Samui at their own pace, or simply settle into the island atmosphere with drinks at the BEACH BAR and burgers at STACKed Burger Samui. </li> </ul> OZO Hotels in Malaysia <ul> <li> OZO George Town Penang offers a contemporary base for exploring UNESCO-listed George Town, from its famous street art and heritage streets to the food and multicultural influences that have shaped Penang. Back at the hotel, guests can take in city views from the rooftop SPLASH swimming pool, enjoy Malaysian and international dishes at EAT on the 21st floor, or relax and reconnect at CONNECT. </li> <li> OZO Medini is well placed for families and travellers exploring Johor's growing leisure district, with attractions including LEGOLAND Malaysia, Horizon Hills Golf &amp; Country Club and X Park nearby. After a day of adventures, guests can return for a swim at SPLASH, a meal at EAT or poolside refreshments at THIRST before recharging for the next day. </li> </ul> Bringing OZO's Local Pulse pillar to life in a playful and tangible way, the collaboration turns the character of each destination into something guests can carry beyond their stay. Because while a trip may end at check-out, the Good Vibes – and the stories collected along the way – can travel on to the next destination. Hashtag: #ONYXHospitality #OZO #Benzilla <a href="https://www.onyx-hospitality.com" class="social-media-link"><img style="margin-right: 7px;vertical-align: middle;display: inline-block !important;width: 24px" src="https://release.media-outreach.com/Release/templates/images/socialMedia/generic_link.png" width="24" height="24" data-no-lazy="1">https://www.onyx-hospitality.com</a> <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/onyx-hospitality-group/" class="social-media-link"><img style="margin-right: 7px;vertical-align: middle;display: inline-block !important;width: 24px" src="https://release.media-outreach.com/Release/templates/images/socialMedia/iconmonstr-linkedin-1-24.png" width="24" height="24" data-no-lazy="1">https://www.linkedin.com/company/onyx-hospitality-group/</a> <a href="https://www.facebook.com/ONYXHospitalityGroup" class="social-media-link"><img style="margin-right: 7px;vertical-align: middle;display: inline-block !important;width: 24px" src="https://release.media-outreach.com/Release/templates/images/socialMedia/iconmonstr-facebook-1-24.png" width="24" height="24" data-no-lazy="1">https://www.facebook.com/ONYXHospitalityGroup</a> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/onyxhospitalitygroup/" class="social-media-link"><img style="margin-right: 7px;vertical-align: middle;display: inline-block !important;width: 24px" src="https://release.media-outreach.com/Release/templates/images/socialMedia/resize-instagram-24.png" width="24" height="24" data-no-lazy="1">https://www.instagram.com/onyxhospitalitygroup/</a>The issuer is solely responsible for the content of this announcement.<h4>About ONYX Hospitality Group:</h4>ONYX Hospitality Group is an established hospitality management company in the Asia-Pacific region, operating a comprehensive yet complementary portfolio of brands – Amari, OZO, Shama and Oriental Residence – designed to meet the distinctive needs of discerning business and leisure travellers across a region in which the Group has deep expertise. Beyond its brand portfolio, ONYX Hospitality Group also offers hospitality services spanning spas and food and beverage. Drawing on six decades of management experience, the company delivers innovative solutions throughout the region while upholding internationally recognised standards and ensuring optimum operational flexibility. By fostering enduring relationships with like-minded business partners, ONYX Hospitality Group delivers unparalleled experiences in a dynamic and competitive market, meeting the ever-evolving needs of travellers. For more information: <a href="http://www.onyx-hospitality.com/" class="social-media-link"><img style="margin-right: 7px;vertical-align: middle;display: inline-block !important;width: 24px" src="https://release.media-outreach.com/Release/templates/images/socialMedia/generic_link.png" width="24" height="24" data-no-lazy="1">www.onyx-hospitality.com</a> <img src="//track.media-outreach.com/index.php/WebView/481742/44375" alt="" width="1" height="1" style="width:1px;height:1px;">

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HONG KONG SAR - <a href="https://www.media-outreach.com/">Media OutReach Newswire</a> - 19 August 2026 - #legend today announced the next phase of its digital growth strategy under Chairman Bruce Rockowitz, with a clear focus on expanding audience engagement, deepening premium multimedia storytelling, and opening new avenues for luxury brands to connect with culturally engaged consumers across Hong Kong, Thailand, and Asia at large. The announcement marks a meaningful new chapter for a publication that has spent a decade building its reputation as Hong Kong and Thailand's premier print and digital destination for culture, watches and jewelry, fashion, beauty, and lifestyle. This next phase sharpens that editorial and commercial identity, with a renewed commitment to high-quality digital storytelling, audience development, and brand collaboration that genuinely reflects the world its readers inhabit. Under Rockowitz's leadership, #legend is placing fresh emphasis on multimedia content and cross-platform engagement, creating an environment where culturally relevant stories reach readers wherever they choose to consume them. Alongside this, the company is strengthening its offering for premium brand partners through offline content experiences that bring luxury storytelling to life in ways that go beyond the page and the screen. The strategy draws on #legend's established editorial foundation and its international creative network of photographers, stylists, writers, and contributors. The combination of sharp local cultural insight and a broader regional perspective is what the publication believes will make its content more dynamic and compelling, for readers and brand partners alike. With more than a decade in the market, over 500,000 monthly readers, more than 100 cover stories, and upwards of 150 brand partners, #legend enters this next phase from a position of real strength. These foundations are what make continued investment in editorial development, digital reach, and new storytelling formats not just possible, but purposeful. "#legend was created to tell stories where culture meets lifestyle, and this next phase reflects how we plan to grow that vision in a more connected digital media environment," said Bruce Rockowitz, Chairman of #legend. "We see strong opportunities to deepen engagement with our audience, expand our multimedia capabilities, and create more value for luxury brands looking to reach consumers through trusted and culturally relevant content." The announcement reinforces #legend's place at the heart of Hong Kong's premium publishing landscape and signals its ambition to grow that influence across the region. With storytelling, creativity, and audience relevance at the center of everything it does, the company is well positioned to make its editorial impact and commercial opportunities count in the years ahead. Bruce Rockowitz and AI Development Bruce Rockowitz has spoken openly about the growing role of artificial intelligence as a practical business tool across wellness, dining, and media. He describes AI as an enabler of revenue growth, customer engagement, operational efficiency, forecasting, personalization, and subscription retention, while remaining clear that technology should support rather than replace human creativity, judgement, and the relationships that sit at the heart of great publishing. Hashtag: #legend The issuer is solely responsible for the content of this announcement.<h4>About #legend</h4>#legend is Hong Kong's premier digital destination for fashion, beauty, culture, and the extraordinary lives of the city's most influential figures. Founded in Hong Kong, #legend has grown from a local publication into an influential voice in Asian luxury lifestyle media. The platform covers Culture, Watches &amp; Jewellery, Fashion, Travel, Wellness, Design, Beauty, and related verticals, through print, digital, social media, and event experiences, with a mission to celebrate creativity, innovation, and the pursuit of excellence, connects influential audiences with the people, brands, and ideas shaping the future of luxury living. For more information, visit:<a href="https://hashtaglegend.com/about" class="social-media-link"><img style="margin-right: 7px;vertical-align: middle;display: inline-block !important;width: 24px" src="https://release.media-outreach.com/Release/templates/images/socialMedia/generic_link.png" width="24" height="24" data-no-lazy="1"> </a><a href="https://hashtaglegend.com/about" class="social-media-link"><img style="margin-right: 7px;vertical-align: middle;display: inline-block !important;width: 24px" src="https://release.media-outreach.com/Release/templates/images/socialMedia/generic_link.png" width="24" height="24" data-no-lazy="1">https://hashtaglegend.com/about</a> <img src="//track.media-outreach.com/index.php/WebView/481561/44375" alt="" width="1" height="1" style="width:1px;height:1px;">

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#legend Announces Next Phase of Digital Growth Strategy Under Chairman Bruce Rockowitz

SINGAPORE– <a href="https://www.media-outreach.com/">Media OutReach Newswire</a> – 19 August 2026 – Ahead of its 30th anniversary, iHerb is highlighting probiotics, collagen, B vitamins and everyday care products, alongside an early-bird flash promotion and daily limited-time offers. <figure data-image-width="0" data-image-height="0" style="display: block;width: 100%;margin: 0px;padding: 0px;text-align: center" align="center"> <img src="https://images.media-outreach.com/release.php/Thumb/1600x900/797862/797862-image-1-png-1600x900.png" alt="Selected products featured as part of iHerb's 30th anniversary celebrations in Singapore." width="1600" style="width: 100%;margin: 0px"> <figcaption class="" style="text-align: left;font-size: 16px;line-height: 24px;display: block;margin: 0px;width: 100%"> <div align="left" style="margin-top: 16px;text-align: start"> Selected products featured as part of iHerb's 30th anniversary celebrations in Singapore. </div> </figcaption> </figure> Founded in the United States, <a href="https://sg.iherb.com/">iHerb</a> has spent 30 years connecting consumers with products across vitamins, dietary supplements, sports nutrition, beauty and personal care. Its emphasis on product quality and transparency is reflected in the iHerb Quality Promise, which covers sourcing, ingredient verification, storage standards and additional quality assurance measures. As wellness routines continue to extend beyond topical skincare, consumers are also paying greater attention to nutrition, supplementation and everyday habits. Ahead of its 30th anniversary celebrations, global health and wellness e-commerce platform <a href="http://sg.iherb.com">iHerb</a> is spotlighting six popular products for Singapore customers. Spanning probiotics, collagen, vitamins, minerals and personal care, the selection addresses a range of needs across beauty, nutrition and general wellness. Probiotics, Collagen and B Vitamins for Daily Nutrition California Gold Nutrition LactoBif 30 Probiotics provides 30 billion CFU per serving. The capsule format is designed for convenient daily use and is among the popular products in iHerb's Probiotics and Intestinal Formulas category. California Gold Nutrition CollagenUP combines hydrolysed marine collagen peptides, hyaluronic acid and vitamin C. Its unflavoured powder format can be incorporated into beverages as part of a daily supplementation routine. Doctor's Best Fully Active B Complex provides a combination of B vitamins for consumers seeking daily nutritional support, particularly those managing busy schedules and active lifestyles. The product is also among the popular items in iHerb's Vitamin B Complex category. Additional Products Across Everyday Wellness and Personal Care ProHealth Longevity NMN Pro 1000 is a nutritional supplement for consumers exploring different approaches to daily supplementation and long-term wellness. 21st Century Calcium Magnesium Zinc + D3 combines calcium, magnesium, zinc and vitamin D3 in a single formula for convenient daily supplementation. Beyond nutritional supplements, iHerb's selection extends to personal care and everyday needs. Fixodent Original Denture Adhesive Cream, designed for denture wearers, reflects the breadth of products available on the platform. 30th Anniversary Preview Offers <div> An early-bird flash promotion will run in Singapore from now to 10:59 p.m. on August 23. Customers will receive 23% off with the promotional code 26IHERB30, while new customers will receive 25% off with NEW25*. Customers placing their first order on the iHerb App can also enjoy an additional one-time 25% off with code MYAPP25 </div> <div> </div> <div> Separately, a daily Flash Sale is run from August 18 to September 16, around 200 selected products will be offered each day at discounts of up to 70%*. No promotional code is required for the daily limited-time offers. </div> The selection of 200 products will change daily throughout the campaign. On August 19, featured products will include Nature's Way Alive! Kids Multivitamin Gummies at 40% off and d'Alba UV Essence Waterfull+ Sunscreen. On August 20, the selection will include Nutricost Zeaxanthin with Lutein and ManukaGuard Deep Allercleanse Nasal Spray. *Final promotional products are subject to availability and as displayed on iHerb. Terms and conditions apply. iHerb Launches Official WhatsApp Channel in Singapore iHerb also launched its<a href="https://api.omnichat.ai/restapi/v1/omo/bind/6a7da11c9fe9ea6a89a1a103?platform=whatsapp&amp;channelId=ad0419b5-8305-45f2-b061-0bb6a0519446"></a> <a href="https://api.omnichat.ai/restapi/v1/omo/bind/6a7da11c9fe9ea6a89a1a103?platform=whatsapp&amp;channelId=ad0419b5-8305-45f2-b061-0bb6a0519446">official WhatsApp channel</a><a href="https://api.omnichat.ai/restapi/v1/omo/bind/6a7da11c9fe9ea6a89a1a103?platform=whatsapp&amp;channelId=ad0419b5-8305-45f2-b061-0bb6a0519446"></a> in Singapore, offering customers another way to receive updates on upcoming campaigns, promotions and other announcements. Customers who join the channel may also be eligible to receive a 25% off coupon*. *Product availability may vary, and terms and conditions apply. Final promotional products are subject to availability and as displayed on iHerb. <div></div> iHerb: A One-Stop Global Health and Wellness Platform Headquartered in California, USA, iHerb is a global online retailer of health and wellness products. The platform provides Singapore consumers with access to authentic products through a safe and reliable cross-border shopping experience. Products are shipped directly from logistics centres in the United States and Asia, alongside the following delivery and shipping options: <ul> <li> Fast delivery: Orders can arrive in as fast as three days. </li> <li> Free shipping: Available on orders over SGD 30. Final availability is subject to the options shown at checkout. </li> <li> Authentic products :Choose from more than 50,000 authentic products across health, wellness, beauty and daily essentials. </li> </ul> The featured products and anniversary preview offers are available through iHerb Singapore at https://sg.iherb.com/. Hashtag: #iHerb #30thAnniversary #Singapore <a href="https://sg.iherb.com/" class="social-media-link"><img style="margin-right: 7px;vertical-align: middle;display: inline-block !important;width: 24px" src="https://release.media-outreach.com/Release/templates/images/socialMedia/generic_link.png" width="24" height="24" data-no-lazy="1">https://sg.iherb.com/</a>The issuer is solely responsible for the content of this announcement.<h4>About iHerb</h4>iHerb is a globally recognised US-based cross-border e-commerce platform specialising in health supplements, nutritional products, beauty and personal care, and daily essentials. Offering a curated selection of more than 50,000 items and serving over 180 countries and regions, iHerb is dedicated to helping consumers worldwide access health and beauty options at reasonable prices. All products are shipped directly from multiple logistics centres in the United States and Asia, with cold-chain and temperature-controlled warehousing used where appropriate. iHerb also continues to enhance its multilingual customer service and localised payment methods to provide a safe, transparent and convenient shopping experience. <img src="//track.media-outreach.com/index.php/WebView/481315/44375" alt="" width="1" height="1" style="width:1px;height:1px;">

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iHerb Kicks Off 30th Anniversary Celebrations in Singapore

HONG KONG SAR – <a href="https://www.media-outreach.com/">Media OutReach Newswire</a> – 19 August 2026 – China's aluminium industry entered 2026 against a landscape of unusual volatility. Rising geopolitical tensions, higher energy costs and continued demand from artificial intelligence infrastructure, electric vehicles and renewable energy have reshaped global aluminium markets—driving prices higher and underscoring the critical importance of supply security. Chuangxin Industries' interim results cite these trends as key drivers of the stronger first-half market environment. Against this backdrop, Chuangxin Industries delivered a marked improvement in earnings for the first six months of 2026. Revenue rose to RMB 11.53 billion, while profit attributable to the owners of the company increased to RMB 2.30 billion, reflecting stronger aluminium prices, lower production costs from greater renewable electricity usage and reduced finance costs following the optimisation of its funding structure. Unlike many aluminium producers that rely heavily on external suppliers, Chuangxin has spent years building an integrated operating model covering power generation, alumina refining and electrolytic aluminium smelting. The company says its existing power generation and alumina capacity can fully meet its production requirements, helping reduce exposure to fluctuations in raw material and electricity prices while improving operational resilience. Another key differentiator is the company's energy strategy. In Inner Mongolia, Chuangxin has already commissioned 1,040MW of wind power and 110MW of solar capacity, with the broader renewable energy program expected to lift the proportion of green electricity used in aluminium production to more than 50% once fully completed. Besides lowering operating costs, the company believes greater use of renewable electricity will strengthen its ability to serve customers seeking lower-carbon materials, particularly in sectors such as electric vehicles, consumer electronics and renewable energy equipment. The company's growth is also extending beyond China. Construction of the company's integrated aluminium project in Saudi Arabia is progressing after securing the necessary approvals, with site work now underway. The project is expected to become an important part of Chuangxin's international production footprint while improving access to overseas markets and energy resources. At the same time, Chuangxin continues to strengthen upstream resource security through acquisitions in alumina and mining assets while investing in automation, energy efficiency and digital manufacturing technologies designed to improve productivity and reduce energy consumption. The company has also established a board-level ESG committee and published its inaugural ESG report in April, setting medium- and long-term climate targets alongside broader sustainability initiatives. As the aluminium industry adapts to tighter environmental standards and increasingly complex global supply chains, competitive advantage is increasingly being shaped by operational efficiency, secure resource access and low-carbon production. Companies able to combine integrated operations, renewable energy, disciplined cost management and international expansion may be better positioned to navigate the next phase of industry development. Chuangxin's first-half performance offers an early indication that this strategy is gaining traction. Hashtag: #business#chuangxin The issuer is solely responsible for the content of this announcement.<img src="//track.media-outreach.com/index.php/WebView/481686/44375" alt="" width="1" height="1" style="width:1px;height:1px;">

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Chuangxin Industries builds on integrated aluminium strategy as earnings accelerate

<h4>New executive experience center helps business and technology leaders explore secure, connected AI workflows built around real business priorities. </h4>SINGAPORE - <a href="https://www.media-outreach.com">Media OutReach Newswire</a> - 19 August 2026 - tridorian today announced the launch of its Gemini Enterprise Experience Center in Singapore, a new physical space designed to help enterprise leaders explore how AI can support measurable business outcomes across functions such as operations, customer service, sales, finance, and internal knowledge work. <figure data-image-width="1280" data-image-height="720" style="display: block;width: 100%;margin: 0px;padding: 0px;text-align: center" align="center"> <div class="youtube" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="true" width="768" height="432" src="//www.youtube.com/embed/kr-Ue_Gpp8A"> <a href="https://youtu.be/kr-Ue_Gpp8A"><img src="https://release.media-outreach.com/release.php/Images/798345/PublisherTMPku2melklb2vc8yBl3ao.jpg" alt="tridorian Gemini Enterprise Experience Center" width="100%" style="width: 100%;margin: 0px"></a> </div> <figcaption class="youtube-thumbnail" style="text-align: left;font-size: 16px;line-height: 24px;display: block;margin: 0px;width: 100%"> <div align="left" style="margin-top: 16px;text-align: start"> tridorian Gemini Enterprise Experience Center </div> </figcaption> </figure> Located in tridorian's Singapore office, the Gemini Enterprise Experience Center is intended to move the conversation beyond one-off AI experiments and feature-led demos. Instead, the center is designed around the practical questions that many organizations are now asking: which business problems should we solve first, how can AI fit securely into our existing systems and data, and what would an enterprise-ready path from idea to implementation look like. Powered by Gemini Enterprise, including the Gemini Enterprise App and Gemini Enterprise Agent Platform, the center showcases how enterprises can securely connect business data, support multi-step workflows, and apply governance and oversight as AI use matures across the organization. Google Cloud describes Gemini Enterprise as an end-to-end system that combines secure connectors, workflow automation, governance, and identity controls, while the Agent Platform provides the foundation to build, scale, govern, and optimize enterprise-grade agents grounded in enterprise data. Visitors to the center are guided through business-outcome narratives tailored to their role and priorities. A customer service leader might explore how AI can help reduce handling time while improving consistency. An operations leader might examine how multi-step workflows can reduce manual overhead. A CIO or risk leader might focus on governance, visibility, data controls, and the appropriate level of human involvement required for a production setting. The center currently includes a live demo environment, which serves as a working example of how complex orchestration can be presented as a business workflow rather than a standalone chatbot interaction. In Google's current product language, that shift reflects a broader move from isolated AI tasks towards governed systems that can support complex, multi-step work processes. Jimmy Jigmo, CEO of tridorian said, "Most AI demos look impressive. Very few connect to the work that actually matters. The Experience Center exists because enterprise leaders don't need more features. They need clarity on where AI fits, what governance looks like, and how to move from experiment to outcome." The center also offers structured workshops that guide teams from mapping business priorities and exploring role-based use cases to planning next steps like a pilot or MVP. This practical format aligns with Google Cloud's Singapore agenda, focusing on immediate, real-world business results. "Organizations today are moving beyond the initial excitement of AI and are now seeking solutions that are secure, governed, and fundamentally aligned with their operational realities," said Giri Babu Madathala, Head of SMB Partnerships, JAPAC, Google Cloud. "Security and governance are no longer optional; they are the foundation upon which effective AI must be built. tridorian's Gemini Enterprise Experience Center addresses this by providing customers with a sophisticated, hands-on environment to move from high-level experimentation to tangible results. It allows them to experience firsthand exactly how Gemini Enterprise can be integrated into their specific, real-world business workflows to drive meaningful operational efficiency" For Singapore enterprises, this matters because AI adoption is increasingly judged not by novelty alone but by whether it can support productivity, decision quality, operational efficiency, and governance simultaneously. Singapore's own responsible AI guidance stresses explainability, transparency, fairness, and appropriate human oversight, while enterprise examples such as DBS show that measurable value comes from disciplined implementation rather than hype. Evan Febrianto, CTO, tridorian added "This is a place for leadership teams to explore where AI can make a difference in their business, what the right controls look like, and how to move from experimentation to enterprise implementation with greater clarity." Hashtag: #tridorian #technology #business #google #AI #cloud <a href="https://tridorian.com/" class="social-media-link"><img style="margin-right: 7px;vertical-align: middle;display: inline-block !important;width: 24px" src="https://release.media-outreach.com/Release/templates/images/socialMedia/generic_link.png" width="24" height="24" data-no-lazy="1">https://tridorian.com/</a> <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/tridorian/" class="social-media-link"><img style="margin-right: 7px;vertical-align: middle;display: inline-block !important;width: 24px" src="https://release.media-outreach.com/Release/templates/images/socialMedia/iconmonstr-linkedin-1-24.png" width="24" height="24" data-no-lazy="1">https://www.linkedin.com/company/tridorian/</a>The issuer is solely responsible for the content of this announcement.<h4>About tridorian</h4>tridorian is a Google Cloud-focused services and solutions company helping organizations modernize platforms, AI, data, and applications. As a people-centric and an outcome-focused Google Cloud Premier Partner, tridorian specializes in building secure, governed AI systems designed for production. With operations spanning eight countries and customers across 14, tridorian ensures that technology only succeeds when the people using it do. Reach out at <a href="http://tridorian.com/contact" class="social-media-link"><img style="margin-right: 7px;vertical-align: middle;display: inline-block !important;width: 24px" src="https://release.media-outreach.com/Release/templates/images/socialMedia/generic_link.png" width="24" height="24" data-no-lazy="1">tridorian.com/contact</a> to discuss your business challenges and schedule a visit to tridorian’s Gemini Enterprise Experience Center. <img src="//track.media-outreach.com/index.php/WebView/473090/44375" alt="" width="1" height="1" style="width:1px;height:1px;">

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tridorian launches Gemini Enterprise Experience Center in Singapore to help enterprises turn AI ambition into business outcomes

TAIPEI, TAIWAN - <a href="https://www.media-outreach.com/">Media OutReach Newswire</a> – 19 August 2026 - Asian Plastics &amp; Rubber Industry Online Exhibition 2026 (AsianPLAS 2026) officially opens on August 19, launching an extended online exhibition focused on the global plastics and rubber industry. Running through December 31, 2026, the exhibition connects international buyers with suppliers across a broad range of plastics and rubber materials, machinery, products, and related industrial applications. <figure data-image-width="0" data-image-height="0" style="display: block;width: 100%;margin: 0px;padding: 0px;text-align: center" align="center"> <a href="https://www.etradeasia.com/online-show/47/Asian-Plastics-Rubber-Industry-Online-Exhibition-2026.html"><img src="https://release.media-outreach.com/release.php/Images/797050/-en-1200x628-1-.jpg" alt="新聞稿圖片 en 1200x628 (1)" width="100%" style="width: 100%;margin: 0px"></a> </figure> Organized jointly by AsianNet and the B2B marketplace TradeAsia, AsianPLAS 2026 provides participating companies with extended international exposure while enabling buyers to discover products, review supplier information, and submit sourcing inquiries online. Through TradeAsia's B2B platform and digital matchmaking resources, the exhibition facilitates connections between global buyers and plastics and rubber suppliers, creating additional opportunities for international sourcing and cross-border business cooperation. Expanding International Sourcing Opportunities Through Global Industry Exposure To increase global visibility and sourcing opportunities, AsianPLAS 2026 aligns its exhibition period with several major international plastics and rubber industry events, including Expo Plast Peru, Taipei International Plastics and Rubber Industry Show, West Africa Plastprintpack, Fakuma, PLAST IMAGEN MEXICO, and IPF Japan. By running alongside major international industry exhibitions, AsianPLAS 2026 provides additional opportunities for participating suppliers to reach international buyers and expand their exposure across global markets. Through AsianPLAS 2026, buyers can review supplier information, browse product catalogs, and directly contact exhibitors for sourcing inquiries. The platform gives international buyers convenient access to plastics and rubber manufacturers and suppliers across a wide range of materials, machinery, products, and related industry applications, while helping participating companies strengthen their international visibility and explore new business opportunities. Comprehensive Product Categories and Industry Suppliers Across the Plastics &amp; Rubber Sector The exhibition brings together suppliers and manufacturers from across Asia's plastics and rubber industry. International buyers can explore products and sourcing opportunities presented by companies including <a href="https://www.etradeasia.com/supplier-2674/Elastin-International-Corp.html">ELASTIN INTERNATIONAL</a>, <a href="https://www.etradeasia.com/supplier-2313/YCH-Ind-Corp.html">YI CHI HSIUNG</a>, <a href="https://www.etradeasia.com/supplier-2887/Shang-Yuh-Machine-Co-Ltd.html">SHANG-YUH MACHINE</a>, <a href="https://www.etradeasia.com/supplier-2914/Lio-Cheng-Kung-Hardware-Technology-Co-Ltd.html">LIO CHENG KUNG</a>, <a href="https://www.etradeasia.com/supplier-1248/UNILONG-ENTERPRISE-CO-LTD.html">UNILONGENTERPRISECO</a> and <a href="https://www.etradeasia.com/supplier-2974/Kaiphone-Technology-Co-Ltd.html">KAIPHONE TECHNOLOGY</a>. These exhibitors represent a diverse range of products and applications across the plastics and rubber supply chain, including plastic and rubber materials, processing machinery, plastic and rubber products, packaging and containers, polymers and resins, adhesives and sealants, coatings, chemical additives, and related industrial equipment. Supporting Global B2B Trade Through Digital Sourcing Solutions Powered by TradeAsia's B2B platform, AsianPLAS 2026 provides exhibitors with online product showcases, supplier profiles, and digital e-catalogs designed to increase international exposure and sourcing opportunities. International buyers can browse products and communicate with suppliers online regardless of location or time zone, making it easier to compare products, review supplier capabilities, and submit inquiries efficiently. The exhibition's extended online format also enables participating companies to maintain continuous visibility throughout the more than four-month exhibition period. By integrating online sourcing, digital promotion, and buyer-supplier matchmaking services, AsianPLAS 2026 creates an efficient digital environment for global B2B trade and international procurement across the plastics and rubber industry. Start Sourcing Now Explore suppliers, discover products, and connect directly with exhibitors through the official AsianPLAS 2026 online exhibition platform: <a href="https://www.etradeasia.com/online-show/47/Asian-Plastics-Rubber-Industry-Online-Exhibition-2026.html">https://www.etradeasia.com/online-show/47/Asian-Plastics-Rubber-Industry-Online-Exhibition-2026.html</a> Hashtag: #TradeAsia The issuer is solely responsible for the content of this announcement.<h4>About TradeAsia</h4>TradeAsia, available at <a href="http://www.e-tradeasia.com" class="social-media-link"><img style="margin-right: 7px;vertical-align: middle;display: inline-block !important;width: 24px" src="https://release.media-outreach.com/Release/templates/images/socialMedia/generic_link.png" width="24" height="24" data-no-lazy="1">www.e-tradeasia.com</a>, is a B2B digital marketplace connecting international buyers with suppliers across global markets. The platform brings together a broad network of buyers and suppliers with an extensive product database, helping procurement professionals discover products, identify potential suppliers, and initiate business inquiries online. In addition to its digital platform, TradeAsia works with international trade organizations and industry exhibition organizers to connect online marketing resources with global industry events. By combining digital product exposure, international buyer reach, and industry marketing resources, TradeAsia helps suppliers strengthen their international visibility and create new opportunities for cross-border business development.<img src="//track.media-outreach.com/index.php/WebView/480846/44375" alt="" width="1" height="1" style="width:1px;height:1px;">

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AsianPLAS 2026 Connects Global Buyers with Plastics & Rubber Suppliers Through an Extended Online Exhibition

HONG KONG SAR - <a href="https://www.media-outreach.com">Media OutReach Newswire</a> - 19 August 2026 - The Grand Final and Award Ceremony of Orbis Future Vision Leaders 2025/26 concluded successfully at the LKS Faculty of Medicine, The University of Hong Kong. Organized by <a href="https://hkg.orbis.org/en">Orbis</a>, the program nurtures social innovation and humanitarian empathy among youth by enabling tertiary students to transform classroom knowledge into practical community projects that prevent avoidable blindness. The campaign spans three core tracks: <ul> <li> Heal the Future: Infusing medical blindness prevention with psychological empathy and public health outreach. </li> <li> Educator 2.0: Deep-diving into campus eye care education and fostering inclusive values in schools. </li> <li> Visionary Start-up: Exploring social enterprise models to deliver sustainable accessibility solutions. </li> </ul> Cross-Disciplinary Mobilization Across 10 Hong Kong Universities Mary Lau, Executive Director of Orbis Hong Kong, praised the student cohorts for independently connecting with over 25 community partners. Through these grassroots collaborations, student teams designed and executed a wide range of interactive eye advocacy initiatives, including vision screenings, clinical escape rooms, AR eye disease simulations, and braille decoding workshops, directly serving more than 2,200 citizens. The initiative rallied students from 10 major tertiary institutions across Hong Kong (listed in no particular order): <ul> <li> The University of Hong Kong (HKU) </li> <li> The Chinese University of Hong Kong (CUHK) </li> <li> The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (HKUST) </li> <li> The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU) </li> <li> Hong Kong Metropolitan University (HKMU) </li> <li> Lingnan University (LU) </li> <li> The Education University of Hong Kong (EdUHK) </li> <li> Hong Kong Baptist University (HKBU) </li> <li> The Hang Seng University of Hong Kong (HSUHK) </li> <li> City University of Hong Kong (CityU) </li> </ul> CEO Mentorship &amp; Distinguished Judging Panel To bolster the commercial viability and social impact of the Visionary Start-up track, Orbis engaged prominent corporate mentors to guide youth teams in market strategy and operational planning. Participating Mentor Companies (in no particular order): Climate Incubator, Education for Good, HK Decoman Technology, Pet Space Group Limited, SOFE COFFEE, and V Cycle. Grand Final Judging Panel: <ul> <li> Ms. Mary Lau (Executive Director, Orbis Hong Kong) </li> <li> Dr. Vincent Lee Yau-wing (Orbis Volunteer Ophthalmologist &amp; Specialist in Ophthalmology) </li> <li> Ms. Sharon Wang (Investment Manager, Beyond Ventures) </li> <li> Mr. Francis Ngai (Founder &amp; CEO, Social Ventures Hong Kong) </li> <li> Mrs. Julie Ma (Principal, St. Stephen's College) </li> </ul> Official Launch of the 2026/27 Campaign Cycle The event concluded with a formal lighting ceremony led by the overall track champions, Orbis Executive Director Mary Lau, and academic representatives from participating universities. The ceremonial lighting of the stage centerpiece marked the conclusion of this cycle and signaled the official launch of the 2026/27 Future Vision Leaders Campaign. Schools, academic faculties, and community institutions interested in co-curricular partnerships for the upcoming cycle can submit inquiries to <a href="mailto:student.hk@orbis.org">student.hk@orbis.org</a> Full List of Award Winners: Orbis Future Vision Leaders 2025/26 Overall Track Champions Heal the Future Overall Champion: The University of Hong Kong <ul> <li> Project: Created the AEyeChatbot and AEyeScreen Helper web tools via AI/AR to connect with 1,000+ users and boost literacy. </li> <li> Team Members: Chan Tsz Ching, Angelina Cheng, Lee Po Wa, Ng Man Lok, Ho Chak Fung. </li> </ul> Educator 2.0 Overall Champion: The Chinese University of Hong Kong <ul> <li> Project: School workshops combining visual simulation and tactile painting to foster inclusive values among children. </li> <li> Team Members: Siu Yan Tung Valerie, Wu Pui Yi, Cheung Hei Long Chloe, Chui Wui </li> </ul> Visionary Start-up Overall Champion: The University of Hong Kong <ul> <li> Project: Offline digital twin navigation system assisting visually impaired elderly residents in GPS dead zones such as MTR stations. </li> <li> Team Members: Sirot Inthasorn, Napat Arjananont, Virakarn Boonfahpratan, Nutnornont Chamadol, Apiwit Triwatana. </li> </ul> Category Winners 1. Heal the Future Track Vision for theCommunity Award: Hong Kong Metropolitan University (Ng Tim Tim, Wu Nai Wan Rebecca, KeithYeung, Kung Huen Nok) — Launched a Braille workshop, AR senior simulations, and a nursing escape room to drive community blind awareness. Medical In SightAward: The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (Wong Pak Hei, Choy Yan Lam, Wong Mei Sze, Chiu Sze Ching, Wong Hiu Lam) — Delivered bilingual workshops and tailored eye screenings that evaluated over 110 ethnic minority seniors and empowered their caregivers. Innovative Perspectivesin Technology Award: The University of Hong Kong (Chan Tsz Ching, Angelina Cheng, Lee Po Wa,Ng Man Lok, Ho Chak Fung) — Created the AEyeChatbot and AEyeScreen Helper web tools via AI/AR to connect with 1,000+ users and boost literacy. Inclusivity for the VisuallyImpaired Community Award: The University of Hong Kong (Ng Tsun Hin, Chan Chun Yin, Cherry Lam,Winston Lam, Lam Cheung Yeung) — Hosted a blindfolded running workshop alongside a visually impaired athlete to build critical empathy with medical students. 2. Educator 2.0 Track Color Adventures Award: The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (Tsang Pok Hei, Wu Hoi Shan, Tong Chi Kit, Ng Yu Hei) — Deployed an interactive Inside Out themed workshop featuring Stroop tests, paper folding, and drawing sessions to teach primary school students about eye structures, color blindness, and the connection between emotions and colors. Eye Health Mission Award: Lingnan University / The Education University of Hong Kong (Cheung Ka Wun, Chan Yat Yi, Chan Wing Sze, Gu Shu Ya) — Organised the zero-budget 'Sight-athlon' carnival for primary students using AR eye simulations and Braille decoding. The Unseen World Award: Lingnan University / The Hang Seng University of Hong Kong / Hong Kong Baptist University (Pang Yu Fei, Lo Hoi Chiu, Fan Man Kit) — Implemented a low-cost simulation workshop using DIY glasses to let school children experience glaucoma and color blindness. Defeating VisionMonsters Award: The Chinese University of Hong Kong (Siu Yan Tung Valerie, Wu Pui Yi, Cheung HeiLong Chloe, Chui Wui) — Managed a color-blindness simulation glasses painting workshop to foster youth STEAM literacy and active prevention awareness. 3. Visionary Start-up Track Joyful Journeys toWellness Award: The Chinese University of Hong Kong (Chan Ching Tung, Chan Hau Ying, Deng Yu Hing, Au Wing Sze) — Developed ZIP, a gamified walking app utilizing commission-based models to promote lowcarbon urban wellness. Tech Solutions forChallenges Award: The University of Hong Kong (Sirot Inthasorn, Napat Arjananont, Virakarn Boonfahpratan, Nutnornont Chamadol, Apiwit Triwatana) —Developed GUIDO, an AI-powered 3D SLAM navigation device mitigating urban transit barriers via a Device-as-a-Service framework. Co-Creating Community Award: The Hong Kong Polytechnic University / The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (Yue Yee Ting, Ng Chiu Yee, Chan Chin Yik, Ho Lok Hin) — Formed an ecosystem connector program that bridges schools and NGOs while empowering visually impaired individuals as instructors. Visual Arts Unleashed Award: Hong Kong Metropolitan University (Fung Ying Ching, Chan Yui Man, Wong Tsz Yi,Li Tsam Yu) — Established a tactile 3D art ecosystem allowing visually impaired individuals to independently create and experience gallery exhibits. Hashtag: #OrbisHongKong The issuer is solely responsible for the content of this announcement.<img src="//track.media-outreach.com/index.php/WebView/480700/44375" alt="" width="1" height="1" style="width:1px;height:1px;">

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JOHOR BAHRU, MALAYSIA – <a href="https://www.media-outreach.com/">Media OutReach Newswire</a> – 19 August 2026 – Columbia Asia Hospital Tebrau has been awarded Company of the Year – ESG Champion for Health, Wellness and Sustainability at the Sustainability &amp; CSR Malaysia Awards 2026. The award recognizes organizations that demonstrate excellence in environmental stewardship, community impact, responsible governance and sustainable business practices. <figure data-image-width="0" data-image-height="0" style="display: block;width: 100%;margin: 0px;padding: 0px;text-align: center" align="center"> <img src="https://release.media-outreach.com/release.php/Images/796266/CSR-Malaysia-Award-2026-Picture.jpeg" alt="Award Winning Moment" width="100%" style="width: 100%;margin: 0px"> </figure> The Sustainability &amp; CSR Malaysia Awards 2026, supported by the Ministry of Women, Family and Community Development, is one of Malaysia's recognized platforms for celebrating organizations that demonstrate excellence in sustainability, corporate social responsibility (CSR), and Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) practices. The award ceremony was officiated in Kuala Lumpur by YB Lim Hui Ying, Deputy Minister of Women, Family and Community Development, underscoring the national significance of advancing sustainable and socially responsible business practices in Malaysia. Columbia Asia Hospital Tebrau received the award for integrating sustainability into healthcare delivery while improving health outcomes for the Johor community. The national award recognizes the hospital's leadership in environmental sustainability, responsible governance, community health programs and sustainable healthcare delivery in Malaysia. The award recognizes Columbia Asia Hospital Tebrau's unwavering commitment to integrating sustainability into healthcare delivery while creating meaningful and lasting value for the communities it serves. It reflects the hospital's dedication to responsible governance, environmental stewardship and community well-being. Over the years, Columbia Asia Hospital Tebrau has embraced its mission of "Caring Beyond Boundaries" by extending quality healthcare beyond the hospital walls through impactful Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiatives, preventive health education, free health screening programmes and strategic community partnerships. These initiatives have empowered thousands of individuals to take charge of their health while improving access to quality healthcare in Johor Bahru and even across Johor. Beyond its community outreach, Columbia Asia Hospital Tebrau has embedded green initiatives into its daily operations through energy-efficient practices, responsible waste management, recycling initiatives, digitalisation and paperless workflows to minimise its environmental footprint. These efforts reflect the hospital's commitment to delivering high-quality, patient-centred care while fostering long-term healthcare sustainability. Receiving the Company of the Year – ESG Champion for Health, Wellness and Sustainability Award reflects the hospital's holistic approach to sustainability; balancing quality healthcare, environmental responsibility and good governance to create a healthier and more sustainable future. "This recognition is a proud milestone for our entire team and reinforces our commitment to delivering not only quality healthcare but also lasting value to our communities," said Dr. James Chong, Chief Executive Officer of Columbia Asia Hospital Tebrau. "Healthcare organizations have a responsibility beyond treating illness. We believe sustainable healthcare means improving community health, reducing environmental impact and strengthening responsible clinical governance. This recognition reflects how Columbia Asia Hospital Tebrau integrates these commitments into everyday patient care." The hospital attributes this achievement to the unwavering dedication of its doctors, nurses, allied health professionals and support staff, whose passion and commitment have enabled Columbia Asia Hospital Tebrau to consistently deliver compassionate, patient-centred care while championing ESG and sustainability initiatives. Looking ahead, Columbia Asia Hospital Tebrau remains committed to strengthening community partnerships, embracing innovative healthcare solutions and further advancing sustainable healthcare through responsible environmental stewardship and digital transformation. Hashtag: #ColumbiaAsiaHospitalTebrau #RightHereForYou #HealthcareExcellence #TeamTebrau #CommunityCare #HospitalCommunications #AwardWinningTeam #CSRMalaysiaAward #CSR #Sustainability #ESG <a href="https://www.columbiaasia.com/malaysia/hospitals/tebrau/" class="social-media-link"><img style="margin-right: 7px;vertical-align: middle;display: inline-block !important;width: 24px" src="https://release.media-outreach.com/Release/templates/images/socialMedia/generic_link.png" width="24" height="24" data-no-lazy="1">https://www.columbiaasia.com/malaysia/hospitals/tebrau/</a> <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/columbia-asia-malaysia/" class="social-media-link"><img style="margin-right: 7px;vertical-align: middle;display: inline-block !important;width: 24px" src="https://release.media-outreach.com/Release/templates/images/socialMedia/iconmonstr-linkedin-1-24.png" width="24" height="24" data-no-lazy="1">https://www.linkedin.com/company/columbia-asia-malaysia/</a> <a href="https://x.com/columbiaasia?s=11" class="social-media-link"><img style="margin-right: 7px;vertical-align: middle;display: inline-block !important;width: 24px" src="https://release.media-outreach.com/Release/templates/images/socialMedia/iconmonstr-twitter-1-24.png" width="24" height="24" data-no-lazy="1">https://x.com/columbiaasia?s=11</a> <a href="https://www.facebook.com/ColumbiaAsiaHospitalTebrau" class="social-media-link"><img style="margin-right: 7px;vertical-align: middle;display: inline-block !important;width: 24px" src="https://release.media-outreach.com/Release/templates/images/socialMedia/iconmonstr-facebook-1-24.png" width="24" height="24" data-no-lazy="1">https://www.facebook.com/ColumbiaAsiaHospitalTebrau</a> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/columbiaasia/" class="social-media-link"><img style="margin-right: 7px;vertical-align: middle;display: inline-block !important;width: 24px" src="https://release.media-outreach.com/Release/templates/images/socialMedia/resize-instagram-24.png" width="24" height="24" data-no-lazy="1">https://www.instagram.com/columbiaasia/</a> Tiktok : <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@columbiaasiamalaysia?_r=1&amp;_t=ZS-98n3fNa4Eab" class="social-media-link"><img style="margin-right: 7px;vertical-align: middle;display: inline-block !important;width: 24px" src="https://release.media-outreach.com/Release/templates/images/socialMedia/tiktok.png" width="24" height="24" data-no-lazy="1">https://www.tiktok.com/@columbiaasiamalaysia?_r=1&amp;_t=ZS-98n3fNa4Eab</a>The issuer is solely responsible for the content of this announcement.<h4>About Columbia Asia</h4>For 30 years, Columbia Asia Group of hospitals has been at the forefront of quality healthcare in the private healthcare industry. Established in 1996, it has evolved from its first hospital in Shah Alam to its latest in Penang, to date. As an international healthcare provider, its services span across 19 hospitals in the region; 13 in Malaysia, five in Indonesia, and one in Vietnam. Through the years, the company strategy has always been about making private healthcare accessible to all, hence its hospitals are strategically located in densely populated areas. Under the umbrella of private healthcare company, Asia OneHealthcare, the Columbia Asia group has expanded its reach to bring effective healthcare, closer to home. Through the years, Columbia Asia's emphasis has consistently been about early detection of diseases. This is achieved through advanced diagnostic technology that enables greater precision and supports minimally invasive procedures. To fulfil the typical healthcare needs of communities, Columbia Asia offers core disciplines such as obstetrics &amp; gynecology, pediatrics, and general surgery. Today, it also provides tertiary healthcare addressing more complex fields of medicine such as neurosurgery, cardiac disease treatments, and integrated cancer care. As it approaches a new decade, Columbia Asia continues to expand; adopting advanced technology to meet the ever-increasing needs of today's discerning customers. Upholding strict clinical governance and medical ethics, Columbia Asia is committed to deliver excellent patient outcomes in a safe and trusted environment. Columbia Asia. Right Here For You. <h4>About Asia OneHealthcare</h4>Asia OneHealthcare (A1H) unites 32 hospitals across Malaysia, Indonesia, and Vietnam into one connected healthcare network with a shared purpose. Built on Columbia Asia's strong community focused hospitals network and complemented by advanced tertiary and super-specialty centres, A1H is dedicated to caring for people during some of the most important moments of their lives — when they are most in need of trusted medical care. Our network includes leading institutions such as Subang Jaya Medical Centre (SJMC) and super-specialty hospitals including ALTY Orthopaedic Hospital, Beacon Hospital, Cardiac Vascular Sentral Kuala Lumpur (CVSKL), Hospital Picaso, and Northern Heart Hospital Penang. Together, they provide access to advanced clinical expertise, specialised treatments, and modern medical technology, delivering the best care possible. With over 4,000 beds across the region, A1H delivers seamless, coordinated care — from initial diagnosis and treatment to complex, life-saving procedures. Guided by our promise, Right Here For You, A1H is committed to standing alongside patients, families, and communities with compassionate, high-quality care when it matters most. <img src="//track.media-outreach.com/index.php/WebView/480503/44375" alt="" width="1" height="1" style="width:1px;height:1px;">

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<h4>Leading Park Companies to Forge New Partnership Across ASEAN</h4>KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA – <a href="https://www.media-outreach.com/">Media OutReach Newswire</a> – 19 August 2026 – Hong Kong Science and Technology Parks Corporation (HKSTP) recently led a delegation of 11 Park companies to "Think Business, Think Hong Kong"in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, reinforcing its role as an orchestrator of Asian innovation and technology (I&amp;T) ecosystem and fostering tech ventures to go global and seize the emerging opportunities across ASEAN. Four park companies presented AI, robotics and green technologies at the HKSTP Pavilion, while the delegation engaged with government leaders, businesses and investors to forge new partnerships and accelerate regional market expansion. The event was officiated by Mr Algernon Yau, Secretary for Commerce and Economic Development of the HKSAR Government, and YB Loke Siew Fook, Minister of Transport, Malaysia. Malaysia is emerging as a strategic gateway for I&amp;T companies seeking growth in ASEAN. As one of the region's top three destinations for regional operations, it is well positioned to capture rising demand from Greater Bay Area enterprises, with 98% planning to scale their operations within ASEAN and 80% looking to establish a local presence. Supported by national initiatives including the National Energy Transition Roadmap (NETR) and the New Industrial Master Plan 2030 (NIMP 2030), Malaysia offers significant opportunities in digital transformation and sustainable innovation. Capturing these opportunities is central to HKSTP's role as ASEAN's trusted I&amp;T partner. Through its ecosystem, HKSTP equips startups and technology ventures with funding, research infrastructure, business networks, mentorship and commercialisation services, enabling them to scale from an idea to global expansion, creating impact in the world. HKSTP has already built strong regional momentum, with more than 100 Park companies expanding into Southeast Asia in 2025, generating over HK$25 million in confirmed deals and more than HK$20 million in potential contracts. Terry Wong, CEO of HKSTP joined the delegation led by Professor Sun Dong, Secretary for Innovation, Technology and Industry, and visited Malaysia last year. During the visit, he met with Mr Chang Lih Kang, the Minister of Science, Technology and Innovation of Malaysia. He also visited the University of Malaya, and several local I&amp;T institutions to explore the feasibility of strengthening cooperation. HKSTP also established Strategic partnership with Singapore's TechX, a private subsidiary by the HTX - Home Team Science and Technology Agency of Singapore, further strengthen HKSTP's ability to connect innovators with governments, enterprises and investors across the region. Some park companies also have footprint in Malaysia. Neufast is a VC-backed award-winning tech venture that provides an enterprise SaaS platformleveraging proprietary, bias-mitigated AI to conduct multilingual video interviews for talent assessments. It supports numerous international insurance companies and MNCs in their hiring processes, successfully improving candidate screening efficiency and elevating job applicants' interview experience with Neufast's AI Recruiter. InnoBlock Technology Limited delivers AI-and blockchain-powered sustainability solutions that help a Malaysian enterprise strengthen its carbon ecosystem through trusted digital verification, intelligent carbon management, and data-driven innovation. Mr. Eric Or, Chief Ecosystem Development Officer of HKSTP, said, "Malaysia has emerged as one of ASEAN's most dynamic innovation markets, offering significant opportunities for technology companies seeking regional growth. Through our end-to-end innovation ecosystem and strong regional partnerships, we help innovators turn ideas into commercial success and connect them with customers, investors and collaborators across Southeast Asia.As Hong Kong's largest I&amp;T ecosystem, we look forward to deepening collaboration with Malaysia and supporting more companies in expanding across ASEAN." Beyond the exhibition, HKSTP hosted the "HKSTP Global Mixer: KL Chapter", bringing together entrepreneurs, investors, and business leaders to showcase Hong Kong's thriving I&amp;T ecosystem while fostering new cross-boundary collaborations. During the delegation's visit, HKSTP and participating Park companies also took part in business seminars, networking sessions and business matching meetings with government agencies, chambers of commerce, investors and industry stakeholders. These engagements reinforce Hong Kong's role as a super-connector and technology springboard, creating new opportunities for companies to expand across Malaysia and the wider ASEAN region. Appendix: HKSTP Park Companies Participating in Think Business, Think Hong Kong in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia <ol> <li> Aerovision Technology Limited </li> <li> Bcnetcom Limited* </li> <li> Cogniser Infotech Ltd </li> <li> Comba Telecom Systems Limited </li> <li> InnoBlock Technology Limited* </li> <li> Insight Robotics Limited* </li> <li> Locolla Limited </li> <li> Neufast Limited* </li> <li> Reunite Limited </li> <li> TAXIECO NEW WORLD LIMITED </li> <li> Waste &amp; Environmental Technologies Ltd. </li> </ol> Remarks: In alphabetical order *Park companies presented their cutting-edge technologies at the HKSTP Pavilion. 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HKSTP Connects Hong Kong Innovation with Malaysia’s Growth Opportunities Leading Park Companies to Forge New Partnership Across ASEAN

<h4>As EV adoption develops across the Middle East, VinFast is working with local partners across distribution, charging and aftersales to strengthen the ownership experience.</h4>DUBAI, UAE – <a href="https://www.media-outreach.com/">Media OutReach Newswire</a> – 18 August 2026 – The global EV market is entering a stage where selling the vehicle is only part of the challenge. As more electric vehicles reach new markets, automakers with international reach also need to build the infrastructure, service capabilities and customer support systems that can sustain ownership long after the initial sale. <figure data-image-width="0" data-image-height="0" style="display: block;width: 100%;margin: 0px;padding: 0px;text-align: center" align="center"> <img src="https://images.media-outreach.com/release.php/Thumb/1600x1127/798555/798555-Photo-jpg-1600x1127.jpeg" alt="Building a Global EV Footprint: How VinFast and Local Partners Power Middle East Expansion" style="width: 100%;margin: 0px" width="1600"> </figure> This is particularly relevant in the Middle East, where EV adoption is gaining momentum and international brands are expanding their presence. For newer EV manufacturers, establishing a reliable ownership ecosystem requires more than simply importing vehicles. It also means working with local partners that understand the market, regulations and customer expectations. Vietnam-based VinFast is among the companies taking this approach. As it enters the Middle East, the company is making substantial commitments to customers, including a 10-year/200,000-km vehicle warranty, a 10-year unlimited-kilometer battery warranty and five years or 100,000 km of free service for the all-electric mid-size VF 8. Supporting such commitments requires an aftersales infrastructure capable of serving customers throughout the ownership journey, which is why VinFast is taking a partnership-led approach to its expansion in the UAE, combining its EV business with established local expertise across distribution, service and charging. VinFast signed an exclusive dealership agreement with Al Tayer Motors in 2024 for the distribution of VinFast EVs in the UAE. Established in 1982, Al Tayer Motors is one of the UAE's leading automotive groups and represents major European and American automotive brands. It has a network of sales, service and parts centers, supported by 2,700 employees and digital platforms including e-commerce and a dedicated app. Al Tayer Motors also planned to establish a network of VinFast facilities across the UAE, extending the brand's local service infrastructure. VinFast has continued to strengthen that infrastructure through additional partnerships. In February 2026, VinFast Middle East signed a Memorandum of Understanding with PlusX Electric, a DEWA-approved EV charging and electric mobility solutions provider in the UAE. The partnership focuses on charging accessibility and customer support, with the two companies exploring Portable EV Charging Pods, on-demand mobile charging and emergency charging as part of EV roadside assistance. They will also explore scalable charging and mobile-support solutions for commercial and fleet customers, as well as digital integration to streamline charging bookings and service updates. The same partnership model extends to VinFast's wider global aftersales strategy. At its 2026 Global Business Conference, the company signed MOUs with 29 aftersales partners across its international markets, including the Middle East. The partners are expected to establish EV service workshops that meet VinFast's global standards, while VinFast aims to expand to more than 1,100 service workshops globally in 2026. The network will be supported by standardized technician training and certification, consistent operating procedures and quality controls, while its parts network targets delivery of common spare parts within 24 hours in key markets. For EV brands entering the Middle East, the strength of the local support network can therefore become a competitive advantage. As VinFast's UAE strategy shows, bringing an EV to market increasingly means building the capabilities around it that can make ownership dependable over the long term. Hashtag: #VinFast The issuer is solely responsible for the content of this announcement.<img src="//track.media-outreach.com/index.php/WebView/481679/44375" alt="" width="1" height="1" style="width:1px;height:1px;">

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<h4>Agreement follows TitanBeach Mining License and establishes a full, non-dilutive 32% carried interest for NSM Capital in the project's development</h4>Muskoka, Ontario - <a href="https://www.newsfilecorp.com/">Newsfile Corp.</a> - August 18, 2026 - Steadright Critical Minerals Inc. (CSE: SCM) ("Steadright" or the "Company") is pleased to provide shareholders with an update on the TitanBeach Titanium Project in the Kingdom of Morocco, following last week's announcement of the TitanBeach Mining License. NSM Capital SARL ("NSM Capital"), the Moroccan entity in which Steadright holds a 76.5% interest, has secured a full 32% carried interest in the TitanBeach Project, and approval of the environmental permit has passed the public process stage and is waiting to be signed any day now. <img src="https://api.newsfilecorp.com/newsinfo/310203/332"> NSM Capital's Moroccan management team has finalized a binding 32% carried interest in the TitanBeach Titanium Project with Homme Construction, a Moroccan company. The interest carries no dilution risk to NSM Capital and requires no further contribution toward exploration or production costs. The 192 sq. km TitanBeach claim package includes a 16 sq. km area that has now been converted to a permitted mining concession, representing the first mining license granted for coastal-waters heavy mineral sands (HMS) recovery in the Atlantic Ocean. Formation of the Shan Tang Mining SPV / SOE NSM Capital and Homme Construction have formed a Moroccan special purpose vehicle, Shan Tang Mining, into which the TitanBeach claims have been transferred. NSM Capital holds a full 32% carried interest in Shan Tang Mining, and NSM Capital General Manager L. Jouak will serve as one of two General Managers of the new entity. Shan Tang Mining has signed a Framework Cooperation Agreement with a State-Owned Enterprise engineering and construction Group (the "SOE Partner"). The agreement covers planning, design, permanent works, and operations and maintenance. The SOE Partner brings full-process capability and established mining technology, equipment, and project-operation systems to the HMS development. Under the Framework Agreement, the SOE Partner's initial scope comprises a Pilot Plant operation at TitanBeach, alongside development of a long-term mining strategy, which is subject to pilot plant results. The agreement contemplates installation of additional beneficiation processing equipment, which was signed on July 10th, 2026. To view an enhanced version of this graphic, please visit: <a href="https://images.newsfilecorp.com/files/9924/310203_steadrightimg1.1.jpg">https://images.newsfilecorp.com/files/9924/310203_steadrightimg1.1.jpg</a> Ownership and Attributable Interest Steadright's economic exposure to the TitanBeach Project is held indirectly, through its 76.5% equity interest in NSM Capital and NSM Capital's 32% full carried interest in the Shan Tang Mining SPV. The table below summarizes the ownership structure as currently disclosed. <table style="width: 100%;border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);border-collapse: collapse;overflow: revert"> <tbody> <tr style="margin: 6px;border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left"> <td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top"> Interest </td> <td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top"> Holder </td> <td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top"> Percentage </td> </tr> <tr style="margin: 6px;border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left"> <td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top"> Steadright equity interest in NSM Capital </td> <td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top"> Steadright Critical Minerals Inc. </td> <td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top"> 76.5% </td> </tr> <tr style="margin: 6px;border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left"> <td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top"> NSM Capital carried interest in Shan Tang Mining / TitanBeach </td> <td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top"> NSM Capital SARL </td> <td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top"> 32.0% (full carry - no further cost obligation) </td> </tr> <tr style="margin: 6px;border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left"> <td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top"> Steadright's attributable share of NSM's carried interest </td> <td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top"> Steadright Critical Minerals Inc. (indirect) </td> <td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top"> ≈24.5% effective </td> </tr> </tbody> </table> *Under a Shareholders Agreement with Critical Foundation Metals Inc, Steadright can obtain an additional 3.5% which will bring Steadright to 80% of NSM Capital Sarl. Management Commentary NSM Capital management stated: "Work continues toward substantial progress for the TitanBeach Titanium and Iron Project, alongside the Copper Valley Mining Concession. The new 32% carried interest is expected to provide meaningful value to our shareholder, Steadright Critical Minerals Inc., alongside a multinational partner with the scale required to operate an HMS project of this potential size. The Shan Tang Mining SPV allows NSM Capital to participate in project design and operations while benefiting from our partners' expertise and financial capacity. NSM Capital looks forward to providing continued updates to Steadright. We also extend particular thanks to Mr. Rachid Manar, Regional Director of the Department of Energy Transition in Guelmim, and his team, for their professionalism and support throughout this process." Steadright CEO Matt Lewis commented: "We are proud of what the NSM Capital team and L. Jouak have achieved. Securing this license and forging agreements of this caliber represents significant progress. We look forward to advancing the TitanBeach Project and to the continued development of these partnerships." About Steadright Critical Minerals Inc. Steadright Critical Minerals Inc. is a mineral exploration company established in 2019, focused on advancing exploration and historical mining projects toward production within Morocco's critical minerals sector. Steadright holds its interest through NSM Capital SARL, which controls the 192 sq. km TitanBeach Titanium Project and the Copper Valley Project. Steadright also holds a binding memorandum of understanding for the historic Goundafa Mine in Morocco, which holds a permitted mining license. On Behalf of the Board of Directors Simon Chapelle, Director &amp; Secretary Steadright Critical Minerals Inc. Email: <a href="mailto:enquiries@steadright.ca">enquiries@steadright.ca</a> Tel: 1-905-410-0587 <a href="https://api.newsfilecorp.com/redirect/4YG2YtWXDN">www.steadright.ca</a> Neither the Canadian Securities Exchange (the "CSE") nor its Regulation Services Provider (as that term is defined in the policies of the CSE) accepts responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this release. This release contains forward-looking information within the meaning of applicable Canadian securities legislation, including statements regarding the TitanBeach Project, the Framework Cooperation Agreement, planned pilot and large-scale production phases, and any potential production or revenue outcomes referenced herein. Forward-looking information is based on assumptions and is subject to known and unknown risks and uncertainties that may cause actual results to differ materially, including but not limited to: uncertainty as to whether ongoing programs will result in successful exploration or development; uncertainty as to actual exploration, development, or operational results; availability and terms of future financing; timely receipt of permits and governmental approvals; general business, economic, competitive, political, and social conditions; capital markets and commodity price volatility; changes in project parameters as plans are refined; risks inherent to mining, including accidents and lack of insurance; delay or failure to obtain board or regulatory approvals; changes in legislation, including environmental and tax legislation; the results of future economic evaluations; and the availability of qualified personnel. This news release does not constitute an offer to sell or a solicitation of an offer to buy any securities in the United States. The securities referenced have not been and will not be registered under the U.S. Securities Act of 1933, as amended, or any state securities laws, and may not be offered or sold within the United States or to, or for the account or benefit of, U.S. Persons absent registration or an applicable exemption from registration. The issuer is solely responsible for the content of this announcement.<img src="//track.media-outreach.com/index.php/WebView/481672/44375" alt="" width="1" height="1" style="width:1px;height:1px;">

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NSM Capital SARL Signs Framework Cooperation Agreement with Multinational Construction and Engineering SOE for the TitanBeach Mining Project

<h4>Companies to explore long-term HALEU supply arrangement supporting advanced reactor deployments and strengthening the U.S. nuclear fuel supply chain</h4>New York, New York and Boston, Massachusetts - <a href="https://www.newsfilecorp.com/">Newsfile Corp.</a> - August 18, 2026 - NANO Nuclear Energy Inc. (NASDAQ: NNE) ("NANO Nuclear" or "the Company"), a leading advanced nuclear micro modular reactor and technology company focused on developing clean energy solutions, and Quadrant Nuclear Industries, Inc. (QNI), a developer of integrated nuclear fuel cycle capabilities, today announced they have entered into a memorandum of understanding (MoU) establishing a non-binding framework for collaboration on the future supply of high-assay low-enriched uranium (HALEU) fuel. The MoU reflects a shared commitment to strengthening the domestic nuclear fuel supply chain, accelerating deployment of advanced reactors, including NANO Nuclear's KRONOS MMRTM Energy System, and supporting U.S. energy security and decarbonization objectives. Under the MoU, NANO Nuclear and QNI will engage in discussions over the coming years regarding the potential supply and long-term offtake of HALEU produced at QNI's planned Vanguard facility at Idaho National Laboratory (INL). Figure 1 - NANO Nuclear Energy and Quadrant Nuclear Industries Sign Memorandum of Understanding to Advance Domestic HALEU Fuel Supply. To view an enhanced version of this graphic, please visit: <a href="https://images.newsfilecorp.com/files/11703/310223_67201351342e68ba_003full.jpg">https://images.newsfilecorp.com/files/11703/310223_67201351342e68ba_003full.jpg</a> "We are pleased to establish this MoU with QNI as we continue advancing our multi-pronged business plan, including development of our microreactor technologies and future deployment strategies," said James Walker, CEO of NANO Nuclear Energy. "Access to reliable, domestically produced HALEU will be a key element in supporting the growth of advanced nuclear energy. We look forward to collaborating with QNI as we evaluate additional fuel supply options that can enhance flexibility and strengthen the resilience of our long-term commercialization strategy." "Reliable nuclear fuel supply is one of the critical enablers of advanced reactor deployment," said Dee Mewbourne, CEO of QNI. "Our MoU with NANO Nuclear reflects the importance of connecting fuel production with reactor development early in the development and commercialization process. Together, we are helping build the supply chain foundation needed to support the next generation of nuclear energy." QNI is developing an integrated HALEU production capability in coordination with the U.S. Department of Energy and other key stakeholders. Its planned Vanguard facility at INL is designed to produce up to eighteen metric tons of HALEU annually at full capacity, supporting both commercial and government markets for advanced nuclear reactors. The companies intend to collaborate on areas including fuel supply planning, technical interface requirements, commercial structuring, regulatory coordination, logistics considerations, and demand forecasting associated with future HALEU supply arrangements. This collaboration provides a foundation for potential commercial agreements as both companies advance their respective development programs. About QNI Quadrant Nuclear Industries, Inc. (QNI) is a U.S.-based nuclear energy company focused on building an integrated, domestic nuclear fuel cycle to support the next generation of advanced reactors. The company is developing capabilities across fuel production, recovery, and reprocessing, with a focus on enabling a reliable, secure, and sustainable supply of nuclear fuel in the United States. QNI is advancing key initiatives in coordination with the U.S. Department of Energy and national laboratories, including activities at Idaho National Laboratory aimed at the responsible recycling of used nuclear fuel. Through its technology-driven and execution-focused approach, QNI seeks to strengthen U.S. energy security and accelerate the deployment of advanced nuclear energy systems. About NANO Nuclear Energy, Inc. NANO Nuclear Energy Inc. (NASDAQ: NNE) is a North American advanced technology-driven nuclear energy company seeking to become a commercially focused, diversified, and vertically integrated company across five business lines: (i) cutting edge portable and other microreactor technologies, (ii) nuclear fuel supply chain, (iii) nuclear fuel transportation, (iv) nuclear applications for space and (v) nuclear industry consulting services. Led by a world-class nuclear engineering team, NANO Nuclear's reactor products in development include the proprietary KRONOS MMR™ Energy System, a stationary high-temperature gas-cooled reactor that is in construction permit pre-application engagement U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) in collaboration with University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, "ZEUS", a portable solid core battery reactor, and the space focused, portable LOKI MMR™, each representing advanced developments in clean energy solutions that are portable, on-demand capable, advanced nuclear microreactors. Advanced Fuel Transportation Inc. (AFT), a NANO Nuclear subsidiary, bolstered by the May 2026 acquisition of Secured Transportation Services (STS), is led by former executives from the largest transportation company in the world and provides nuclear engineering and materials transport services in the U.S. and globally. Through NANO Nuclear, AFT is the exclusive licensee of a patented high-capacity HALEU fuel transportation basket developed by three major U.S. national nuclear laboratories and funded by the Department of Energy. HALEU Energy Fuel Inc. (HEF), a NANO Nuclear subsidiary, is focusing on the future development of a domestic source for a High-Assay, Low-Enriched Uranium (HALEU) fuel fabrication pipeline for NANO Nuclear's own microreactors as well as the broader advanced nuclear reactor industry. NANO Nuclear Space Inc. (NNS), a NANO Nuclear subsidiary, is exploring the potential commercial applications of NANO Nuclear's developing micronuclear reactor technology in space. NNS is focusing on applications such as the LOKI MMR™ system and other power systems for extraterrestrial projects and human sustaining environments, and potentially propulsion technology for long haul space missions. NNS' initial focus will be on cis-lunar applications, referring to uses in the space region extending from Earth to the area surrounding the Moon's surface. For more corporate information please visit: <a href="https://api.newsfilecorp.com/redirect/gJz3AcNzQm">https://NanoNuclearEnergy.com/</a> For further NANO Nuclear information, please contact: Email: <a href="mailto:IR@NANONuclearEnergy.com">IR@NANONuclearEnergy.com</a> Business Tel: (212) 634-9206 PLEASE FOLLOW OUR SOCIAL MEDIA PAGES HERE: NANO Nuclear Energy <a href="https://api.newsfilecorp.com/redirect/YEP71SxR21">LINKEDIN</a> NANO Nuclear Energy <a href="https://api.newsfilecorp.com/redirect/0p42Pi5Mnb">YOUTUBE</a> NANO Nuclear Energy <a href="https://api.newsfilecorp.com/redirect/RYmL1TwML1">X PLATFORM</a> Cautionary Note Regarding Forward-Looking Statements This news release and statements of NANO Nuclear's management and collaborators in connection with this news release contain or may contain "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, and the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. In this context, forward-looking statements mean statements related to future events, which may impact our expected future business and financial performance, and often contain words such as "expects", "anticipates", "intends", "explore," "plans", "aim," "goal," "believes", "potential", "will", "should", "could", "would" or "may" or derivations of these words and other words of similar meaning about the future, although forward-looking statements may be denoted by other terms. In this press release, forward-looking statements include those relating to the exploratory collaboration between NANO Nuclear and QNI, which may not lead to the execution of definitive fuel supply arrangements or other positive business developments for NANO Nuclear. These and other forward-looking statements are based on information available to us as of the date of this news release and represent management's current views and assumptions. Forward-looking statements are not guarantees of future performance, events or results and involve significant known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors, which may be beyond our control. For NANO Nuclear, particular risks and uncertainties that could cause our actual future results to differ materially from those expressed in our forward-looking statements include but are not limited to the following: (i) risks related to our U.S. Department of Energy ("DOE"), U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission ("NRC"), Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission ("CNSC") or related state or other U.S. or non-U.S nuclear licensing submissions, (ii) risks related the development of new or advanced technology and the acquisition of complementary technology or businesses, including difficulties with design and testing, cost overruns, regulatory delays, integration issues and the development of competitive technology, (iii) our ability to obtain contracts and funding to be able to continue operations, (iv) risks related to uncertainty regarding our ability to technologically develop and commercially deploy a competitive advanced nuclear reactor or other technology in the timelines we anticipate, if ever, (v) risks related to the impact of U.S. and non-U.S. government regulation, policies and licensing requirements, including by the DOE, and the NRC, including those associated with the recently enacted ADVANCE Act and the May 23, 2025 Executive Orders seeking to streamline nuclear regulation, and (vi) similar risks and uncertainties associated with the operating a developing business a highly regulated, competitive and rapidly evolving industry, including that our plans may change and we may use our cash on hand faster or in different ways than anticipated as our business requires. Readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements, which apply only as of the date of this news release. These factors may not constitute all factors that could cause actual results to differ from those discussed in any forward-looking statement, and NANO Nuclear therefore encourages investors to review other factors that may affect future results in its filings with the SEC, which are available for review at <a href="https://api.newsfilecorp.com/redirect/WAon1cnxVb">www.sec.gov</a> and at <a href="https://api.newsfilecorp.com/redirect/qp5EniM8AK">https://ir.nanonuclearenergy.com/financial-information/sec-filings</a>. Accordingly, forward-looking statements should not be relied upon as a predictor of actual results. We do not undertake to update our forward-looking statements to reflect events or circumstances that may arise after the date of this news release, except as required by law. 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NANO Nuclear and Quadrant Nuclear Industries Sign Memorandum of Understanding to Advance Domestic HALEU Fuel Supply

<ul> <li> allnex is the global market and technology leader for Sag Control Agent (SCA) resin, a unique technology enabling excellent appearance of Automotive OEM coatings. </li> <li> Today allnex announced to build its first SCA production facility in APAC, the largest global Automotive market. </li> <li> This investment will significantly improve regional supply resilience, reduce lead times, and enhance service for our customers based in the APAC region </li> <li> And it will support faster adaptation of the next-generation of SCA's including high-solid, low-bake, and sustainable "green SCA" solutions. </li> </ul> FRANKFURT, GERMANY – <a href="https://www.media-outreach.com/">Media OutReach Newswire</a> – 18 August 2026 – allnex, a leading global manufacturer and solution provider of coating resins and additives, today announced plans to expand its manufacturing footprint in Asia-Pacific with a strategic investment in Sag Control Agent (SCA) capacity at its Rayong site in Thailand. <figure data-image-width="0" data-image-height="0" style="display: block;width: 100%;margin: 0px;padding: 0px;text-align: center" align="center"> <img src="https://images.media-outreach.com/release.php/Thumb/1600x914/798562/798562-DSCF4090-Neu-02-jpg-1600x.jpeg" alt="allnex Announces the Next SCA Capacity Investment In APAC" width="1600" style="width: 100%;margin: 0px"> </figure> Scheduled to begin operations in January 2028, this new SCA capacity investment, signifies allnex's commitment to support its customers in the world's fastest-growing automotive coatings markets. By bringing SCA production into the APAC region, and importantly closer to customers, allnex will strengthen supply reliability, shorten lead times, and provide greater responsiveness to evolving market needs. SCAs are a unique and cornerstone technology of allnex's Automotive OEM product portfolio and they define its market leadership position in this application. allnex SCA resins have superior sag control functionality, enabling exceptional appearance in premium high-gloss clearcoats. These specialty resins ensure that coating manufacturers are able to meet the ever increasing demands of car producers for performance, efficiency, and sustainability. Since allnex invented SCA resins four decades ago, all allnex SCA production was concentrated in its Bergen op Zoom facility in The Netherlands. In the last few years, APAC has become the largest SCA market globally with strong future growth projections driven by increased car production and requirements for better appearance. By making this investment in APAC, allnex will not only provide customers with proximity of supply and greater assurance, it will also ensure to have enough capacity available in time, to meet future growth. "This strategic capacity investment for a unique technology, is driven by our commitment to our customers and their growth ambitions in Asia-Pacific. By localizing SCA production in Thailand, we are responding directly to customer needs for greater supply security, shorter lead times, and faster access to innovation. The new facility will strengthen our ability and agility to support both global and regional customers in APAC and allows us to meet future market demand." said Ruben Mannien, Senior Executive Vice President APAC. The Rayong site was selected following a comprehensive evaluation of multiple locations across the region. The site offers existing infrastructure, strong technical capabilities, and strategic proximity to key automotive manufacturing hubs, including China, India, Korea, and Southeast Asia. The investment will include dedicated reactors for the production of SCA resins for plastic automotive parts and metal car bodies. Beyond improving supply resilience, the new facility will support allnex's latest SCA innovations designed for next-generation clearcoat systems, including high-solid, low-bake, and more sustainable coating technologies. These solutions help customers improve productivity, reduce energy consumption, and differentiate themselves in an increasingly competitive market. Construction is expected to be completed by the end of 2027, ensuring production readiness ahead of anticipated market growth. Hashtag: #allnex The issuer is solely responsible for the content of this announcement.<img src="//track.media-outreach.com/index.php/WebView/481658/44375" alt="" width="1" height="1" style="width:1px;height:1px;">

allnex Announces the Next SCA Capacity Investment In APAC

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