Direct Drive Tech Limited, The Robotics Technology Company with Direct Drive Technology as Core Capability, Announces its Plan to List on the Main Board of the Hong Kong Stock Exchange, Offer Price of HK$21.60 per Share ACN Newswire

Direct Drive Tech Limited, The Robotics Technology Company with Direct Drive Technology as Core Capability, Announces its Plan to List on the Main Board of the Hong Kong Stock Exchange, Offer Price of HK$21.60 per Share

HONG KONG, Sept 21, 2026 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Direct Drive Tech Limited (the “Company”, stock code: 06731) announces its Global Offering and the listing of Shares on the Main Board of The Stock Exchange of Hong Kong Limited (the “Hong Kong Stock Exchange”).According to the listing documents, Direct Drive Tech Limited is a robotics technology company with direct drive technology as company’s core capability. Company primarily engage in the sales of robotic actuator modules, and to a lesser extent, robots, in China. Company operate in (i) PRC consumer robotic actuator module industry, a sub-segment representing 26.3% of PRC robotic actuator module industry and (ii) PRC wheel-legged and PRC dual-wheel-legged robot industry in China, sub-segments representing less than 1.0% of the PRC robot industry. Company serve subsegments of the PRC robotic actuator module industry and PRC robot industry, specifically (i) PRC consumer robotic actuator module industry and (ii) PRC wheel-legged robot industry. From company’s inception to June 30, 2026, company’s robotics technology has empowered over 7.5million robots across consumer, industrial and commercial application scenarios, as well as embodied intelligence robots.Direct Drive Tech Limited plans to offer an aggregate of 50,000,000 Shares (subject to the Over-allotment Option) under the Global Offering, of which 47,500,000 Shares (subject to reallocation and the Over-allotment Option) will be offered by way of International Offering, and 2,500,000 Shares (subject to reallocation) will be offered in the Hong Kong Public Offering. The Offer Price will be HK$21.60 per Offer Share, with the board lot size of 100 shares.The Hong Kong Public Offering commenced on Monday, 21 September 2026 and is expected to close at 12:00 noon (at 11:30 a.m. for completing electronic applications under the White Form eIPO service) on Thursday, 24 September 2026. Dealings in H Shares on the Stock Exchange are expected to commence on Tuesday, 29 September 2026.Direct Drive estimates that company will receive net proceeds from the Global Offering of approximately HK$982.5 million, after deducting underwriting commissions, fees and estimated expenses payable by us in connection with the Global Offering, assuming the Over-allotment Option is not exercised and an Offer Price of HK$21.60 per Offer Share. The company intend to use the net proceeds of the Global Offering for the following purposes: approximately 50.0%, or HK$491.3 million, will be used to enhance R&D capabilities in key robotics technologies; approximately 20.0%, or HK$196.5 million, will be used to deepen collaboration with industry partners and broaden sales network; approximately 20.0%, or HK$196.5 million, will be used for improving production capability and efficiency; approximately 10.0%, or HK$98.3 million, will be used for working capital and general corporate purposes.The Company has successfully procured HK Technology Innovation and JSC International (for and on behalf of Shenghai SP) as cornerstone investors, the Cornerstone Investors have agreed to, subject to certain conditions, subscribe, or cause their designated entities to subscribe, at the Offer Price, for such number of Offer Shares (rounded down to the nearest whole board lot of 100 H Shares) that may be purchased for an aggregate amount of approximately HK$472.0 million (the “Cornerstone Placing”).CITIC Securities (Hong Kong) Limited is the sole sponsor. CLSA Limited serves as sponsor and Overall Coordinator. The joint global coordinators, joint bookrunners, joint lead managers and capital markets intermediaries comprise CLSA Limited, China Harbour International Securities Limited, CMB International Capital Limited and Futu Securities International (Hong Kong) Limited. Neutral Financial Holding Company Limited as an additional joint bookrunner, joint lead manager and capital markets intermediary.About Direct Drive Tech LimitedDirect Drive Tech Limited was established in 2020 and is a "little giant" enterprises. As a Globally Leading Robotics Technology Company With direct drive technology as core capability, Adhering to the corporate mission of "bringing robots into every household", Direct Drive Tech is committed to making robots more efficient, dexterous and intelligent. The company currently boasts a team of over 400 members, including several Ph.D. holders and dozens of master's degree holders, with over 40% being R&D personnel, The Company has formed three major robot technology platforms: (1) The robotic actuator module technology platform; (2) The wheel-legged robot technology platform; (3) The modular reconfiguration technology platform. Copyright 2026 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com
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ESC 2026 Research Underscores the Burden of PSVT, Everest Medicines’ CARDAMYST(R) Offers an Out-of-Hospital, Self-Administered Treatment Option ACN Newswire

ESC 2026 Research Underscores the Burden of PSVT, Everest Medicines’ CARDAMYST(R) Offers an Out-of-Hospital, Self-Administered Treatment Option

HONG KONG, Sept 21, 2026 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Everest Medicines announced findings from a longitudinal study describing how paroxysmal supraventricular tachycardia (PSVT) affects patients’ daily lives and quality of life in the periods between episodes. The findings are being presented in a moderated ePoster session titled “The Impact of PSVT on Patients’ Daily Life and QoL in Between Episodes”. Everest Medicines acquired the rights to develop, manufacture, and commercialize CARDAMYST(R) (etripamil), a treatment for acute PSVT episodes, in Greater China (including Mainland China, Hong Kong, Macao and Taiwan) in March 2026.CARDAMYST(R) (etripamil) nasal spray is a novel, rapid-acting calcium channel blocker administered as needed via a convenient, portable nasal spray. It offers rapid onset of action, favorable tolerability, and the potential for at-home self-administration, enhancing patient accessibility. CARDAMYST(R) is currently the only self-administered treatment for adults with PSVT to rapidly treat episodes. The drug was approved by the National Medical Products Administration (NMPA) of China in September 2026, for the conversion of acute symptomatic episodes of paroxysmal PSVT to sinus rhythm in adults.According to clinical data, treatment effects can be observed as early as five minutes after administration, with 64% of patients achieving conversion to sinus rhythm within 30 minutes and a median time to conversion of 17 minutes. CARDAMYST(R) was generally well tolerated, with predominantly mild adverse events, and significantly reduced the need for emergency department visits.Positioned as an on-demand treatment that enables patients to take control of their heart rhythm, CARDAMYST(R) empowers patients with PSVT to better manage their condition and their lives. It has the potential to transform the treatment paradigm for acute PSVT episodes from passive emergency care in hospitals to proactive self-management by patients, helping to alleviate anxiety during episodes, reduce emergency department visits and disease burden, and further improve long-term disease management and quality of life.Research presented at ESC Congress 2026 shows that PSVT is a chronic condition that continues to impact patients’ quality of life, rather than simply an occasional acute emergency. Patients with PSVT experience a substantial burden between episodes, with negative impacts on anxiety, daily activities, sleep, and work. Therefore, beyond acute treatment and subsequent catheter ablation, ensuring timely and convenient treatment during an episode is also an important aspect of PSVT management.For patients experiencing recurrent PSVT episodes, further data from studies of CARDAMYST(R) provide additional clinical support. The NODE-302 study evaluated patients with recurrent PSVT episodes during long-term follow-up. Across a total of 188 episodes, the overall conversion rate within 30 minutes was 60.2%, with a median time to conversion of 15.5 minutes and a cumulative conversion rate of 75.1% within 60 minutes. The conversion rate showed a numerical upward trend across multiple episodes. A patient’s response to the first episode was predictive of the response to subsequent episodes, with no evidence of diminished response with repeated use. In a patient-reported outcomes (PRO) analysis from the NODE-303 study, CARDAMYST(R) not only converted heart rhythm but also helped alleviate feelings of a racing or pounding heart and ease anxiety, with patients reporting sustained reductions from baseline in anxiety and stress related to future PSVT episodes. CARDAMYST(R) addresses the critical unmet need for acute self-treatment during PSVT episodes. By reducing the sense of losing control, it shifts the treatment focus from mere disease control to enhancing the overall patient experience.In December 2025, CARDAMYST(R) was approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), becoming the first and only self-administered nasal spray in more than 30 years capable of converting PSVT to sinus rhythm in adults. CARDAMYST(R) is also in Phase III clinical development for atrial fibrillation with rapid ventricular response (AFib-RVR), with positive Phase II results supporting its advancement.An estimated 3 to 6 million people in China are living with PSVT. Research presented at ESC Congress 2026 further highlights the quality-of-life burden experienced by patients between episodes, while CARDAMYST(R) offers an out-of-hospital, self-administered treatment option for acute episodes. As Everest Medicines’ first approved innovative therapy in the cardiovascular disease field, CARDAMYST(R) complements the Company’s existing portfolio and has the potential to benefit more than 12 million patients in China, including those with PSVT and atrial fibrillation with AFib-RVR. Copyright 2026 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com
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Wealthcraft Capital and XLabs Complete Due Diligence, Move to Finalize Share Exchange Including Patent Assets

LAS VEGAS, September 18, 2026 - Wealthcraft Capital, Inc. (OTC: WCCP) and XLabs Inc. announced that all due diligence in connection with their proposed share exchange has been completed. The companies are now moving to finalize the definitive share exchange documentation and complete the transaction as soon as practicable.The proposed transaction includes XLabs' patent assets and related intellectual property as part of the XLabs business being acquired. Upon closing, XLabs will become a wholly owned subsidiary of Wealthcraft Capital, with those assets held through XLabs.With due diligence complete, the parties' focus is on completing the final transaction documents and remaining closing requirements. Both companies are prioritizing these steps to advance the share exchange to closing without unnecessary delayCompletion remains subject to finalization and execution of the definitive agreements, required approvals and satisfaction or waiver of applicable closing conditions. No definitive closing date has been established, and there can be no assurance that the transaction will close within any particular timeframe or at all.About WealthCraft Capital, Inc.WealthCraft Capital, Inc. (OTC: WCCP) is a Las Vegas, Nevada-based publicly traded holding company that acquires and develops controlling interests in operating businesses and strategic intellectual-property assets. Following the transactions contemplated by the binding LOI with XLabs and the pending rebrand to War Labs Defense Technologies, Inc., the Company is being positioned as a U.S. defense technology platform focused on non-lethal and lethal defense systems and counter-UAS munitions for law enforcement, military, homeland security, correctional, and allied government end users. Additional information about the Company is available on the OTC Markets website at https://www.otcmarkets.com/stock/WCCP.About War LabsWar Labs Defense Technologies is the pending rebranded name of the Company's operating platform, being built around a portfolio of proprietary, patent-protected non-lethal and lethal defense systems and counter-UAS munitions. War Labs' mission is to deliver proportional, accountable, and interoperable use-of-force technologies to law enforcement, military, homeland security, correctional, and allied government end users - engineered to integrate with the launcher, weapon, and command-and-control platforms already in the field.Forward-Looking Statements and Securities DisclosuresThis release contains forward-looking statements regarding the proposed share exchange, the inclusion of patent assets and related intellectual property, the anticipated ownership of XLabs following closing, the timing and completion of the transaction, the pending corporate rebrand, and the Company's anticipated business strategy and technology platform. Words such as "expects," "intends," "plans," "anticipates," "believes," "may," "will," and similar expressions identify forward-looking statements, although not all forward-looking statements contain these words.These statements reflect current expectations and assumptions and are subject to known and unknown risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially. These include the ability to finalize and execute definitive agreements, obtain required approvals and satisfy closing conditions; the availability of capital; the ability to protect and enforce intellectual property; the success of product development, testing and qualification; applicable licensing and export-control requirements; market and customer acceptance; competition; and changes in business, economic or industry conditions. Completion of due diligence does not assure that the share exchange will close. Readers should not place undue reliance on these statements. Except as required by applicable law, the companies undertake no obligation to update forward-looking statements.This press release does not constitute an offer to sell or a solicitation of an offer to buy any securities, and no securities may be offered or sold in any jurisdiction in which such offer, solicitation, or sale would be unlawful. Any offering of securities by the Company will be made only pursuant to definitive offering documents and in compliance with applicable federal and state securities laws, and only to eligible investors in transactions exempt from, or registered under, the Securities Act of 1933, as amended.Neither the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission nor any state securities commission has approved or disapproved any securities in connection with the proposed transaction or passed upon the merits of the transaction or the accuracy or adequacy of this release. This announcement does not represent that any regulatory approval has been obtained.Media Contact DetailsInvestor RelationsWealthCraft Capital, Inc.Send Email(702) 323-6704 Copyright 2026 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com
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Radisson to Participate in The Gentile Mining Investor Forum in London ACN Newswire

Radisson to Participate in The Gentile Mining Investor Forum in London

Rouyn-Noranda, Quebec, Sept 18, 2026 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Radisson Mining Resources Inc. (TSXV: RDS) (OTCQX: RMRDF) ("Radisson" or the "Company") today announced its participation in the inaugural Gentile Mining Investor Forum (the "Forum"), a full-day investor conference in London on Monday, October 19, 2026, at 116 Pall Mall in Mayfair. The program is presented by strategic junior mining investor Michael Gentile in partnership with Amvest Capital Inc. ("Amvest Capital") and made possible by the generous support of Flagship Sponsors ATB Cormark Capital Markets, Beacon Securities Limited, and STIFEL."I created this program to give serious investors direct, in-person access to a select group of companies I've backed with conviction. Each one represents what I believe to be a high-potential opportunity in the mining sector. These are names I have researched deeply, invested in personally, and believe have the potential to deliver meaningful value. Amvest Capital has been an outstanding partner in building a week of events that meets the standards these investors and companies deserve," said Michael Gentile.The Forum will bring together up to 150 investors, family offices, wealth managers, and sector-focused high-net-worth individuals for a full day of structured one-on-one meetings and dedicated issuer showcases alongside over 20 companies from Gentile's portfolio, including Radisson. The day opens with a keynote breakfast featuring Michael Gentile, presented by session sponsor Canaccord Genuity, followed by issuer showcases presented by TSX and TSX Venture Exchange, an executive lunch and speaker panel, and an all-day investor lounge and networking reception hosted by session sponsor Investor.Events. Crux Investor serves as the Forum's media sponsor."We are pleased to participate in the inaugural Gentile Mining Investor Forum in London, an important opportunity to engage directly with a sophisticated audience of investors," commented Radisson President and CEO, Matt Manson. "The O'Brien Gold Project is at an exciting stage of development, with our fully-funded 140,000-metre step-out drill program ongoing with eight drill rigs and a recently completed C$57 million investment by Agnico Eagle Mines Limited to support an advanced underground exploration program. We look forward to sharing with investors the outlook for the O'Brien Gold Project and the investment merits for Radisson."RegistrationInvestor registration is now open. Investor attendance is free of charge; registrations are reviewed prior to confirmation. Space is limited, and meetings are allocated on a first-confirmed basis. Full program details and registration are available at gentileminingroadshow.com.About Radisson MiningRadisson is a gold exploration company focused on its 100% owned O'Brien Gold Project, located in the Bousquet-Cadillac mining camp along the world-renowned Larder-Lake-Cadillac Break in Abitibi, Québec. A July 2025 PEA described a low cost and high value project with an 11-year mine life and significant upside potential based on the use of existing regional infrastructure. Indicated Mineral Resources are estimated at 0.63 Moz (3.49 Mt at 5.59 g/t Au), with additional Inferred Mineral Resources estimated at 1.69 Moz (10.37 Mt at 5.08 g/t Au). Please see the NI 43-101 "O'Brien Gold Project Technical Report and Preliminary Economic Assessment, Québec, Canada" effective June 27, 2025, Radisson's news release dated March 2, 2026 "With Step-Out Drilling Continuing, Radisson Demonstrates Meaningful Resource Growth at O'Brien with an Updated Mineral Resource Estimate" and other filings made with Canadian securities regulatory authorities available at www.sedarplus.ca for further details and assumptions relating to the O'Brien Gold Project.About Michael GentileMichael Gentile is widely recognized as a leading strategic investor in the junior mining sector. He began his investing career in 2002 at Formula Growth Limited, where he spent 17 years, and from 2012 to 2018 co-managed one of Canada's largest market-neutral hedge funds alongside his partner, Charles Haggar. In 2022 he co-founded Bastion Asset Management, a Montreal-based investment firm that manages more than CAD $900 million in small and mid-cap equities across the United States and Canada. Since 2018 he has applied a disciplined, portfolio-based approach to junior mining, and today holds top shareholder positions in 35 companies in the sector and serves on six boards.About Amvest CapitalAmvest Capital is a New York-based investment bank and funds management firm focused solely on natural resources. The firm partners with companies and management teams to develop and finance high-quality natural resource assets worldwide, combining disciplined capital allocation with strategic advisory expertise to advance responsible and sustainable resource development. As part of its business, Amvest Capital conducts investor roadshows across North America, Europe, Australia, and beyond for NYSE, TSX, TSX-V, ASX, and LSE-listed clients, with deep relationships across the institutional investor community in global markets. Learn more at amvestcapital.com.For more information on Radisson, visit our website at www.radissonmining.com or contact:Matt MansonPresident and CEO416.618.5885mmanson@radissonmining.comKristina PillonManager, Investor Relations 604.908.1695kpillon@radissonmining.comForward-Looking StatementsThis news release contains "forward-looking information" within the meaning of the applicable Canadian securities legislation that is based on expectations, estimates, projections, and interpretations as at the date of this news release. Forward-looking statements including, but are not limited to, statements with respect to the ability to execute the Company's plans relating to the O'Brien Gold Project as set out in the Preliminary Economic Assessment; the Company's ability to complete its planned exploration and development programs; the absence of adverse conditions at the O'Brien Gold Project; the absence of unforeseen operational delays; the absence of material delays in obtaining necessary permits; the price of gold remaining at levels that render the O'Brien Gold Project profitable; the Company's ability to continue raising necessary capital to finance its operations; the ability to realize on the mineral resource and mineral reserve estimates; assumptions regarding present and future business strategies; local and global geopolitical and economic conditions and the environment in which the Company operates and will operate in the future; planned and ongoing drilling; the significance of drill results; the ability to continue drilling; the impact of drilling on the definition of any resource; and the ability to incorporate new drilling in an updated technical report and resource modelling; the Company's ability to grow the O'Brien Gold Project; and the ability to convert inferred mineral resources to indicated mineral resources.Any statement that involves discussions with respect to predictions, expectations, interpretations, beliefs, plans, projections, objectives, assumptions, future events or performance (often but not always using phrases such as "expects", or "does not expect", "is expected", "interpreted", "management's view", "anticipates" or "does not anticipate", "plans", "budget", "scheduled", "forecasts", "estimates", "believes" or "intends" or variations of such words and phrases or stating that certain actions, events or results "may" or "could", "would", "might" or "will" be taken to occur or be achieved) are not statements of historical fact and may be forward-looking information and are intended to identify forward-looking information. Except for statements of historical fact relating to the Company, certain information contained herein constitutes forward-looking statements. Forward-looking information is based on estimates of management of the Company, at the time it was made, involves known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors which may cause the actual results, performance or achievements of the companies to be materially different from any future results, performance or achievements expressed or implied by such forward-looking information. Such factors include, among others; the risk that the O'Brien Gold Project will never reach the production stage (including due to a lack of financing); the Company's capital requirements and access to funding; changes in legislation, regulations and accounting standards to which the Company is subject, including environmental, health and safety standards, and the impact of such legislation, regulations and standards on the Company's activities; price volatility and availability of commodities; instability in the global financial system; the effects of high inflation, such as higher commodity prices; the risk of any future litigation against the Company; changes in project parameters and/or economic assessments as plans continue to be refined; the risk that actual costs may exceed estimated costs; geological, mining and exploration technical problems; failure of plant, equipment or processes to operate as anticipated; accidents, labour disputes and other risks of the mining industry; delays in obtaining governmental approvals or financing; risks relating to the drill results at O'Brien; the significance of drill results; and the ability of drill results to accurately predict mineralization. Although the forward-looking information contained in this news release is based upon what management believes, or believed at the time, to be reasonable assumptions, the parties cannot assure shareholders and prospective purchasers of securities that actual results will be consistent with such forward-looking information, as there may be other factors that cause results not to be as anticipated, estimated or intended, and neither the Company nor any other person assumes responsibility for the accuracy and completeness of any such forward-looking information. The Company believes that this forward-looking information is based on reasonable assumptions, but no assurance can be given that these expectations will prove to be correct and such forward-looking statements included in this press release should not be unduly relied upon. The Company does not undertake, and assumes no obligation, to update or revise any such forward-looking statements or forward-looking information contained herein to reflect new events or circumstances, except as may be required by law. These statements speak only as of the date of this news release.Please refer to the "Risks and Uncertainties Related to Exploration" and the "Risks Related to Financing and Development" sections of the Company's Management's Discussion and Analysis dated April 23, 2026 for the year ended December 31, 2025 available electronically on SEDAR+ at www.sedarplus.ca. All forward-looking statements contained in this press release are expressly qualified by this cautionary statement.Neither the TSX Venture Exchange nor its Regulation Services Provider (as that term is defined in the policies of the TSX Venture Exchange) accepts responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this news release. No stock exchange, securities commission or other regulatory authority has approved or disapproved the information contained herein.To view the source version of this press release, please visit https://www.newsfilecorp.com/release/314881 Copyright 2026 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com
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3DG Jewellery Celebrates Its 23rd Anniversary in Dazzling Style ACN Newswire

3DG Jewellery Celebrates Its 23rd Anniversary in Dazzling Style

HONG KONG, Sept 18, 2026 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - 3DG Holdings (International) Limited (“3DG Holdings” or the “Group”) (Stock Code: 2882) is pleased to celebrate the 23rd anniversary. To commemorate this milestone, the brand has invited renowned designer and illustrator Mr. Alex Gan, known for his delicate style and dreamlike brushwork, to create an exclusive anniversary-themed artwork. This crossover collaboration embodies the brand’s “Young at Heart” philosophy through jewellery. Drawing inspiration from 3DG Jewellery’s signature products, the artist has transformed classic design elements into imaginative illustrations. These include the Eight Treasures Compass from the “Classic Gold” collection, the four-leaf clover from the “Golden Allure GA” collection and the feather from the “Bling Bling Gold” collection, offering a new artistic interpretation of jewellery aesthetics. Taking centre stage in the celebration is the newly launched “Bling Bling Gold” Phalaenopsis Orchid Collection. The collection combines graceful, three-dimensional contours with the brand’s exclusive Bling Bling Gold craftsmanship and technology, allowing the gold surface to refract a spectrum of colours as the light shifts. Designed to complement both wedding occasions and everyday styling, the collection seamlessly combines romantic sophistication with modern versatility, allowing wearers to express their individuality with confidence and elegance. In addition, a range of exclusive co-branded merchandise, including gift boxes, tumblers and stylish scarves, will be launched during the campaign, offering customers an artistic experience that engages both sight and touch. A host of limited-time offers will also be rolled out, with selected jewellery pieces available at a special appreciation price of HK$2,388, as a token of gratitude for customers’ continued support.Cross-Industry Collaboration: Art-Inspired Jewellery, with Dreamlike Elements Woven into the DesignsRenowned designer and illustrator Mr. Alex Gan drew his creative inspiration from a romantic starry sky, using gold and holographic silver as the dominant tones. Gold symbolises the precious metal, while holographic silver represents the dazzling brilliance of jewellery. The artwork adopts a swirling, encircling composition that evokes a sense of fluid movement. Shooting stars streak across the sky as graceful hummingbirds and fluttering butterflies act as guides, accompanied by soft velvet ribbons and exquisite jewellery. Together, these elements create a light and dynamic sense of moving towards something longed for. Gilded flowers burst into bloom while pristine feathers unfurl and dance across the sky, intertwining as they converge into a glittering vortex of swirling light, surrounded by delicate sparkles of starlight. The layered interplay of light and shadow creates a refined and dreamlike atmosphere, with the silhouette of a beautiful young woman appearing subtly amid the starlight. Each visual element echoes the others, giving concrete form to romantic imagery. Through symbols such as starlight, blossoms, wings, butterflies and birds, the artwork conveys the vibrant and ever-renewing inner vitality of love, resulting in an artistic visual expression that combines aesthetic beauty with emotional meaning.This cross-industry collaboration embodies the brand’s “Young at Heart” philosophy, demonstrating how jewellery can transcend the boundaries of age and time, empowering every woman to discover her own moment to shine. Inspired by 3DG Jewellery’s signatureCollections, Mr. Gan has woven the brand’s classic designs into the artwork. The curves of the butterfly’s outstretched wings echo the silhouette of the “Bling Bling Gold” butterfly designs; the lightness of the feathers mirrors the ethereal elegance of the “Bling Bling Gold” feather design; and the four-leaf clover and Eight Treasures Compass motifs directly reference the classic designs of the “Golden Allure GA” and “Classic Gold” collections. Through this creative dialogue between art and jewellery, each discipline inspires and elevates the other, bringing timeless designs to life through a fresh and imaginative perspective.“Classic Gold” Collection – Eight Treasures Compass DesignGold Pendant with Ruby and Diamonds Design, craftsmanship and featuresThe Eight Treasures Compass brings together eight auspicious symbols, representing the fulfilment of blessings and wisdom, and enduring good fortune. The vajra represents firm and incisive wisdom that dispels ignorance and overcomes obstacles. Crafted using traditional goldsmithing techniques and set with rubies and diamonds, the design features a rotating vajra at its centre, allowing auspiciousness and everlasting fulfilment to flow through everyday life.“Golden Allure GA” Collection – Four-Leaf Clover DesignGold Pendant with Diamonds Design, craftsmanship and featuresA diamond-accented four-leaf clover, with luck woven into its leaf veins. Its delicate veins interlace and spread like the effortless beauty of nature, outlining a vibrant sense of vitality. Studded with diamonds, the design quietly blends the pure beauty of nature with artisanal craftsmanship. Every 5G gold vein carries the classic blessings of the four-leaf clover, with happiness hidden within its leaf patterns and vitality captured in its design. The piece not only echoes the harmonious coexistence of nature and art, but also ensures the wearer is constantly surrounded by good wishes. “Bling Bling Gold” Collection – Feather DesignGold Pendant Design, craftsmanship and featuresA single feather of breathtaking grace, born bathed in light. This 5G gold feather is the embodiment of lightness, symbolising the guidance of light and the favour of good fortune, like an invisible pair of hands silently bestowing protection and blessings. Adorned in colour, the feather takes on an even deeper meaning, giving every aspiration for growth a vibrant and warm undertone.Featured Collection: “Bling Bling Gold” Phalaenopsis Orchid Collection Radiates Timeless BrillianceAs the flagship highlight of the 23rd anniversary celebration, the “Bling Bling Gold” Phalaenopsis Orchid Collection makes a striking debut. The Collection combines phalaenopsis orchids with graceful butterflies. Through the use of 5G Bling Bling Gold craftsmanship and Italian filigree techniques, the surface achieves a dazzling lustre with distinct layers, radiating timeless brilliance. Available in large, medium and small versions, the thematic designs combine versatile fashion appeal with the symbolism of beauty and happiness, breaking free from the conventions of traditional bridal jewellery to present a modern bridal style for a new generation. From weddings to everyday attire, the pieces can be effortlessly styled to enable the wearer to shine at every moment.“Bling Bling Gold” Collection – Phalaenopsis Orchid DesignDesign, craftsmanship and featuresGradated phalaenopsis orchids and graceful butterflies create a rhythmic sense of dynamic beauty, capturing a vivid moment in a spring garden. 5G Bling Bling Gold and Italian handcrafted filigree outline the petals, with fine gold wires shaped precisely to follow the contours of each flower, recreating the beauty of the layered, unfurling blossoms. The shimmering gold surface complements the openwork filigree, perfectly blending bridal festivity with the natural grace of flowers.Gold NecklaceGold Earrings Gold RingGold Bangle More from the “Bling Bling Gold” Butterfly CollectionGold Pendant Design, craftsmanship and featuresInspired by the butterfly as a symbol of love, this piece conveys a heartfelt wish for enduring devotion between lovers. Crafted with 5G gold as its foundation, the butterfly silhouette is precisely cast and enhanced with a combination of CNC sparkle-cut gold and Bling Bling Gold techniques, complemented by hand-wound filigree detailing to create three-dimensional layering and dazzling lustre. Perfect for both daily wear or as a festive gift. Design, craftsmanship and featuresA versatile range of affordable-luxury designs inspired by the beauty of a butterfly’s metamorphosis, featuring lightweight butterfly silhouettes crafted in 5G gold. The deluxe necklace features butterflies in graduated sizes extending from both sides of the neckline toward the centre. Small butterflies flutter delicately while larger ones unfold their wings in full splendour, as if a flock of butterflies were following a trail of light and shadow, symbolising the beauty and hope found in life’s transformations.Design, craftsmanship and featuresCrafted using gold wire-wrapping techniques, the fluttering butterfly wings shimmer with iridescent hues, capturing the breathtaking moment a butterfly emerges from its cocoon and takes flight, accompanying the wearer through every wonderful moment.23rd Anniversary Exclusive Privileges and Special OffersTo celebrate its 23rd anniversary, 3DG Jewellery is presenting a series of exclusive privileges starting from 19 September 2026, adding extra joy and excitement to customers’ jewellery shopping experience:Offer 1: Celebrating with Woven FlowersCustomers who visit any 3DG Jewellery store and scan the in-store QR code will receive one complimentary handmade woven flower, sharing blessings through this little gift.Click here to play the online game. Upon completion, participants will receive a complimentary redemption coupon for a multi-functional luggage tag with mirror, as well as a 25% off diamond purchase coupon. Offer 2: Anniversary SpecialSelected jewellery pieces are available at a special appreciation price of HK$2,388, as a heartfelt token of gratitude for customers’ support. Offer 3: Anniversary GiftsReceive a complimentary “3DG Jewellery Gift Box” with any purchase; a “3DG Jewellery Fashion Scarf” with a purchase of HK$5,300 or above; and a “3DG Jewellery Tumbler” with a purchase of HK$8,300 or above. Gifts are available in limited quantities, while stocks last. Offer 4: Exclusive Member BenefitsMembers purchasing products from the “Bling Bling Gold” collection will receive double bonus points. Members can also redeem designated gifts using 30% fewer points, allowing them to enjoy exclusive privileges.The above offers are subject to the relevant terms and conditions. For details, please refer to in-store promotional materials or visit the official website.For more high-resolution photos, please click here to downloadAbout Mr. Alex Gan, Designer and IllustratorIllustrator Mr. Alex Gan graduated from the Academy of Arts & Design at Tsinghua University, China. He has long been engaged in the study and practice of illustration inspired by the artistic language of copperplate engraving. Skilled at controlling the rhythm of simple lines and their complex interweaving, he creates richly detailed and delicate visual effects, and uses this approach to present intricate compositions imbued with a vintage flair and strong narrative. He is also adept at exploring and applying a wide range of cultural symbols, giving his works a sense of sophistication and refinement. Mr. Gan has provided illustration services for numerous prestigious brands, and his work has won multiple international awards, including the Silver A’ Design Award (Italy), Pentawards Silver, MUSE Design Awards Platinum (USA) and the iF Design Award (Germany).About 3DG Holdings (International) Limited (Stock Code: 2882)3DG Jewellery is a distinguished jewellery brand from Chinese Mainland and a member of the Luk Fook Group. The brand is mainly engaged in design, product development, and retailing of gem-set jewellery products under the “3DG Jewellery” name and gold and platinum jewellery, it also provides customized corporate gift services. Since 2003, 3DG Jewellery has established a retail network in Chinese Mainland, Hong Kong S.A.R., Thailand and Australia, with nearly 300 shops, its brand image is deeply recognized and affirmed. Embracing the brand philosophy of “Young at Heart,” 3DG Jewellery crafts stylish and distinctive pieces. With its unique product charm and “3DG Prestige Service”, the brand has won the recognition of consumers and celebrities, while also receiving widespread praise throughout its development.For more information, please visit the official website of 3DG Jewellery at: https://www.3dg-group.hk/ Copyright 2026 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com
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Riyadh Global Medical Biotechnology Summit 2026 Closes as a Major Success with SAR 5.5 Billion in Agreements and announcement, Confirming Saudi Arabia’s Commitment to Lead the Future of Biotechnology ACN Newswire

Riyadh Global Medical Biotechnology Summit 2026 Closes as a Major Success with SAR 5.5 Billion in Agreements and announcement, Confirming Saudi Arabia’s Commitment to Lead the Future of Biotechnology

RIYADH, KSA, Sept 18, 2026 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - The Riyadh Global Medical Biotechnology Summit closed today as a major success in its fourth edition and a clear statement of the scale of Saudi Arabia's ambition in biotechnology. Over three days, more than 15,000 visitors from more than 57 countries and more than 200 speakers across more than 70 sessions saw that ambition turned into more than 40 agreements, initiatives, and announcements with a combined declared value of more than SAR 5 billion (USD 1.33 billion), up from more than USD 100 million in deal value generated at the 2024 edition. Partners came from Spain, China, Japan, Germany, the United States, South Korea, Denmark, and Malaysia to join the Kingdom's leading universities, research centers, and manufacturers at the Sofitel Riyadh Hotel and Convention Centre, where more than 120 sponsors and exhibitors filled 6,000 square meters of event space and more than 180 strategic meetings took place.More than 40 agreements and announcements, initiatives, and announcements worth more than SAR 5 billion (USD 1.33 billion) delivered on every pillar of the Summit, from national strategy and regulation to investment, research readiness, and talent, with participants from more than 57 countries in Riyadh.The Summit opened on 14 September under the patronage of His Royal Highness Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Minister, and was inaugurated by His Royal Highness Prince Abdullah bin Bandar bin Abdulaziz, Minister of National Guard. His Excellency Prof. Bandar Alknawy MD , FRCPC CEO of the Ministry of National Guard Health Affairs (MNGHA) and President of King Saud bin Abdulaziz University for Health Sciences (KSAU-HS), and King Abdullah International Medical Research Center (KAIMRC) Chairman of RGMBS, addressed the opening ceremony, describing the Summit as a platform for advancing the National Biotechnology Strategy launched by His Royal Highness the Crown Prince in January 2024, at a time of rapid and far-reaching discovery in the field. Her Royal Highness Princess Dr. Maha bint Mishari bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Chief Executive Officer of the FII Institute, addressed the opening ceremony.Her Royal Highness highlighted the role of capital, ideas, and long-term alliances in turning scientific breakthroughs into lasting impact on humanity. She placed the human purpose of the field at the center of the Summit's work: extending not only the length of life but its quality, so that patients gain more time, and better time, with the people they love.FOUR PILLARS, ONE NATIONAL MISSIONRGMBS 2026 was built on four pillars under the theme Building the Foundations of Biotechnology Excellence, with each pillar explored through scientific, panel, and executive sessions.Governmental strategies and regulatory support. KAIMRC and the Ministry of Investment launched BioSync. The one stop shop for every biotech investor, consolidating the Kingdom's entire life sciences ecosystem into a single, authoritative platform. Regulators and scientists shared the stage throughout the program, culminating in a Day Three panel on regulation as an enabling scientific tool.Investment and funding. Vaccine Industrial Company confirmed that its human vaccine manufacturing facility, a SAR 500 million investment across 42,000 square meters, is 85 percent complete and is planned to localize up to 80 percent of the Kingdom's essential vaccine needs. Sanabil Studio by Redesign Health signed with Telepath by Tahlili on AI and digital pathology, with a potential investment of USD 3 million, and the Life Sciences Innovation Forum drew applications from more than 100 companies, nominated more than 25 for investment, and engaged five investment funds willing to invest with a combined value of more than USD 120 million.Research and development readiness. King Abdullah International Medical Research Center (KAIMRC) and Thermo Fisher Scientific announced a Center of Excellence for Genomics, Proteomics, and Biobanking. The University Hospitals Program at the Council of Universities' Affairs signed with Novo Nordisk to build clinical trial capability, including earlier phase trials. KAIMRC also agreed research collaborations with Olink in proteomics, Tiziana Life Sciences in immunomodulation and neuroimmunology, and Japan's Chiyoda Corporation in plant-based peptide production for cancer treatment. King Saud University and BioMe of South Korea signed to establish a microbiome joint venture, the University of Hafr Al Batin partnered with BGI Group, and Najran University launched the Najran Genomic Biobank Initiative.Building capabilities. KAIMRC signed with Rutgers University on a summer school, master's programs, and research in artificial intelligence, and with LeapUp on training and capacity building. Princess Nourah bint Abdulrahman University and Cellenkos launched a program to develop Saudi female talent in cell and gene therapy and biomanufacturing, and SVAX and Batterjee Medical College agreed accredited biomanufacturing training with up to 350 seats per cycle. King Saud University launched four national initiatives, including an annual Saudi International Biotechnology Conference and the KSU BioHack hackathon.THREE DAYS ON THE MAIN STAGEDay One: The program opened with the National Biotechnology Strategy and a session on global partnership with Dr. Steve Yang of WuXi AppTec, Mr. Alec Reynolds of Flagship Pioneering, and Prof. Ahmed Alaskar of KAIMRC, before turning to AI in biotechnology and multi-omics, including Prof. Jin-Soo Kim of KAIST on mitochondrial DNA editing beyond CRISPR.Day Two: Investment, immunology, and bioengineering took the stage, with Mr. Kasim Kutay of Novo Holdings on investing in AI, Prof. Keith T. Flaherty, President of the American Association for Cancer Research, on cancer immunology, Astronaut Rayyanah Barnawi on the human immune system in space, and Dr. Matthew H. Porteus of Stanford University on CRISPR-engineered cell-based drugs.Day Three: The final day focused on the biotechnology workforce and regulation, a closing keynote from Dr. Hyun-Young Park, Deputy Minister of the Korea National Institute of Health, ahead of the closing ceremony."RGMBS 2026 has shown the world what Saudi Arabia means when it says biotechnology is a national mission. We named this edition for foundations, and over three days those foundations were laid in full view: a vaccine plant nearing completion, a genomics center with Thermo Fisher, clinical trials with Novo Nordisk, and training for a new generation of Saudi scientists, each with a named partner and a defined scope."Under the direction of our leadership and the National Biotechnology Strategy, the Kingdom is committed to leading this field for decades to come. We will measure that leadership by one standard above all: the difference it makes to the lives of patients and their families."H.E Bandar Alknawy MD , FRCPC CEO of the Ministry of National Guard Health Affairs (MNGHA) and President of KSAU-HS and KAIMRC Chairman of RGMBS .RGMBS 2026 was organized and supervised by the Ministry of National Guard, represented by its Health Affairs sector, and hosted by King Saud bin Abdulaziz University for Health Sciences (KSAU-HS), and King Abdullah International Medical Research Center (KAIMRC), with the Ministry of Investment, Invest Saudi, and the FII Institute serving as strategic partners. The commitments made in Riyadh advance the National Biotechnology Strategy, which targets a USD 34.6 billion contribution to non-oil GDP from biotechnology by 2040, and confirm the Kingdom's place at the forefront of global biotechnology in the years ahead.About The Riyadh Global Medical Biotechnology SummitThe Riyadh Global Medical Biotechnology Summit is the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia's flagship platform for medical biotechnology, convening the global scientific, investment, and policy communities in Riyadh. Organized and supervised by the Ministry of National Guard, represented by its Health Affairs sector, and hosted by KAIMRC and KSAU-HS, the Summit advances the goals of the National Biotechnology Strategy and supports the Kingdom's emergence as a global destination for health innovation. The fourth edition took place from 14 to 16 September 2026 in Riyadh. rgmbs.orgFOR FURTHER INFORMATIONEmail: PR@legends.sa Telephone: +966 559 810 777 Copyright 2026 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. 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RGMBS 2026 Life Sciences Innovation Forum Draws More Than USD 120 Million in Investor Interest as 23 Global Biotech Innovators Pitch in Riyadh ACN Newswire

RGMBS 2026 Life Sciences Innovation Forum Draws More Than USD 120 Million in Investor Interest as 23 Global Biotech Innovators Pitch in Riyadh

RIYADH, KSA, Sept 18, 2026 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - The Life Sciences Innovation Forum (LSIF), the investment platform of the Riyadh Global Medical Biotechnology Summit (RGMBS 2026), brought 23 biotechnology companies from eight countries to Riyadh to pitch to investors, judges, and leaders of the Kingdom's life sciences ecosystem.Companies from eight countries pitched to investors across five scientific heats, with Saudi Arabia the second-largest market represented.Dr Abdulaziz Alrifi, Director Of Partnerships, KAIMRC, stated, "We were proud to welcome leading investment firms that expressed their willingness to invest more than $USD 120 milliond in promising biotech opportunities emerging from LSIF 2026. The journey culminated with the announcement of the LSIF 2026 Grand Winner: Bilix from South Korea."On winning, a representative of Bilix enthused, "Winning LSIF 2026 is a great honor, however the real win is scaling our startup with the Kingdom's research ecosystem"Where RGMBS 2026 set out the scale of Saudi Arabia's biotechnology ambition, LSIF put that ambition in front of the founders and investors who will shape the sector's next decade. The United States led the cohort with eight companies, with Saudi Arabia second at four, followed by South Korea, the United Kingdom, Australia, France, Germany, and Switzerland. Several international companies presented pathways to localization, research, or clinical development in the Kingdom.FIVE HEATS, ONE FRONTIERCompanies competed across five heats, each at the leading edge of life sciences innovation.AI and Bio Data. Amprologix of the United Kingdom presented AI-assisted discovery of narrow-spectrum peptide antibiotics targeting drug-resistant pathogens. Pneumatica Bio of Australia combines mechanistic modelling, machine learning, and automated cell experiments to better predict human therapeutic response, while Saudi company LinusBio MENA presented precision exposomics built on hair-based biomarker profiling.Vaccine Development and Biomanufacturing. Biotech Innovations Company of Saudi Arabia presented a recombinant-protein MERS-CoV vaccine program focused on regional biosecurity and local manufacturing. OctoCells of France presented an animal-free 3D bioscaffold platform designed to reduce the water, infrastructure, and manufacturing burden of producing biologics and cell therapies, and Cevza Therapeutics of Australia an RNA therapy platform with planned research and development localization in the Kingdom.Cellular Therapy and Gene Editing. CellKure of the United States highlighted Phase 1 results for its multi-antigen T-cell therapy in acute myeloid leukemia. MVRIX of South Korea presented an in vivo CAR-T approach using targeted mRNA delivery, and Saudi company Medixcel a platform to bring cell and gene therapy capabilities, partnerships, and manufacturing into the Kingdom.Bioengineering and Synthetic Biology. NanoZymeX of Switzerland presented a lipid nanoparticle platform to improve enzyme replacement therapy for lysosomal storage diseases, beginning with Pompe disease. AUREXO Therapeutics of the United States presented engineered bacterial vesicles for precision oncology, and Ingenskin Therapeutics of France an autologous skin substitute for chronic wounds, burns, and trauma.Diagnostics and Drug Discovery. SiNON Nano Sciences of the United States presented a carbon nanoparticle platform designed to cross the blood-brain barrier. Spirea of the United Kingdom presented a dual-payload antibody-drug conjugate platform to address cancer drug resistance, and Accanito Therapeutics of the United States a clinical-stage oncology platform with a proposal for technology transfer and local manufacturing in Saudi Arabia.Questions from judges and the audience concentrated on turning science into treatments: regulatory routes, clinical evidence, manufacturing scale-up, localization economics, and intellectual property. LSIF 2026 was sponsored by Chiyoda Corporation.Alongside Grand Winner Bilix, four category awards were presented: the Most Scalable Biotech Startup Award to CellKure, the Outstanding Founding Team Award to Quantabia, the Breakthrough Science Award to Swaza, and the Innovation Excellence Award to Agemica.LSIF 2026 took place as part of RGMBS 2026, held from 14 to 16 September in Riyadh. The Summit was organized and supervised by the Ministry of National Guard, represented by its Health Affairs sector, and hosted by King Abdullah International Medical Research Center (KAIMRC) and King Saud bin Abdulaziz University for Health Sciences (KSAU-HS), with the Ministry of Investment, Invest Saudi, and the Saudi Data & AI Authority (SDAIA) serving as key strategic partners.About The Riyadh Global Medical Biotechnology SummitThe Riyadh Global Medical Biotechnology Summit is the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia's flagship platform for medical biotechnology, convening the global scientific, investment, and policy communities in Riyadh. Organized and supervised by the Ministry of National Guard, represented by its Health Affairs sector, and hosted by KAIMRC and KSAU-HS, the Summit advances the goals of the National Biotechnology Strategy and supports the Kingdom's emergence as a global destination for health innovation. The fourth edition took place from 14 to 16 September 2026 in Riyadh. rgmbs.orgFOR FURTHER INFORMATIONEmail: PR@legends.saTelephone: +966 559 810 777 Copyright 2026 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com
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Duraqex’s Business Scope and Platform Plans Through AFS, MSB and SEC Records ACN Newswire

Duraqex’s Business Scope and Platform Plans Through AFS, MSB and SEC Records

Adelaide, AU, Sept 17, 2026 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) — Duraqex's supplied business materials cover Australian financial services representation, U.S. money services registration and securities filings. Together with accessible official records, they provide information about the named entities. Each record serves a different purpose and must be matched to specific services.Together with accessible official records, they provide information about the named entities. Each record serves a different purpose and must be matched to specific services.The project materials extend that examination to execution: which entities bear responsibility, what their authorisations cover, and what evidence supports the proposed custody and settlement capabilities.Platform Design Focuses on Capital Efficiency Across MarketsDuraqex's project materials describe the digital asset market infrastructure addressing jurisdictional access differences, settlement arrangements, collateral eligibility and separately calculated margin across products or entities.These conditions affect whether capital can be deployed. An asset may have market value but remain ineligible as margin; credited funds may await settlement before further use.The proposed architecture connects market access, collateral management, execution and settlement. Project documents explain the design; availability requires product-status information and operational records.AFS Record Identifies DURAQEX PTY LTD as an Authorised RepresentativeThe supplied Australian record lists DURAQEX PTY LTD as authorised representative 001322634 of OPHELEO HOLDINGS PTY LTD, holder of Australian Financial Services (AFS) licence 224485. The document marks the representative's status as "Current."This describes a representative appointment, not an independently held AFS licence. Service coverage depends on the authorisation and licence conditions.Contracting entities, products and customer categories must correspond to those permissions. An ASIC lookup link is provided, but the status reported here remains attributed to the supplied record; live status was not independently verified.FinCEN MSB Registration Lists Reported ActivitiesAccording to the official FinCEN record retrieved on September 16, 2026, Duraqex Ltd is listed under Money Services Business (MSB) registration number 31000337348934. Reported activities include foreign exchange dealing, issuing and selling money orders, and issuing traveller's checks.The U.S. Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) states that registrants supply the information and registration does not constitute approval or endorsement. The record should be described as MSB registration, rather than a digital asset exchange licence.The lookup confirmed the named entry and number. It does not verify custody, withdrawal capability or solvency.SEC Form D Identifies DURAQEX LTDThe official SEC EDGAR Form D filing identifies DURAQEX LTD under Central Index Key (CIK) 0002144180.Form D is a notice of an exempt securities offering; the CIK identifies the filer. Readers can consult the SEC database to examine the issuer's information, identifier and securities offering disclosures, within the scope of that Form D filing.Custody, Proof of Reserves and Settlement Require Operational EvidenceBusiness records address entity identification and reported information. Platform capabilities require operating evidence.Custody assessment considers asset-control permissions, separation of customer and corporate assets, and obligations owed to customers. Proof of Reserves should specify the assets and liabilities covered, verification methods and limitations.Execution and settlement assessment also considers test coverage, exception handling and reviewable settlement records. These are assessment criteria, not statements that Duraqex has implemented or completed those checks.Matching contracting entities, service permissions and operating records would help users and business partners assess the platform. Registration and filing records alone do not establish comprehensive authorisation, solvency or asset safety.About DuraqexDuraqex's project materials describe digital asset market infrastructure focused on capital efficiency, market access, custody and verifiable settlement. Product status and service eligibility depend on applicable authorisations and operational evidence.Sources and Publication DisclosureThis company-supplied document assessment draws on project materials, the supplied Australian record and retrieved FinCEN and SEC records. It includes no account-opening, deposit or withdrawal testing or independent security audit and is not an independent platform rating.Media ContactContact: Ravindu WickramasuriyaEmail: info@desixb.comWebsite: https://www.desixb.com/ Copyright 2026 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com
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U.S. Polo Assn. Celebrates New Partnership with the Historic Greenwich Polo Club at the 2026 East Coast Open Presented by Audi ACN Newswire

U.S. Polo Assn. Celebrates New Partnership with the Historic Greenwich Polo Club at the 2026 East Coast Open Presented by Audi

West Palm Beach, FL, Sept 17, 2026 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - U.S. Polo Assn.®, the official sports brand of the United States Polo Association (USPA), celebrated the conclusion of the 2026 East Coast Open Presented by Audi, held August 30 through September 13 at the renowned Greenwich Polo Club in Greenwich, Connecticut, a celebrated polo destination just outside New York City. As the only high-goal tournament on the East Coast during the summer season, the historic championship once again brought together elite international competition for the sport of polo.2026 East Coast Open Presented by Audi Winners, IGEA, celebrating with tournament trophy. Photo Credit: Greenwich Polo ClubThe 2026 season also marked a significant milestone as U.S. Polo Assn. served as the Official Apparel Brand Sponsor of Greenwich Polo Club for the first time. The new partnership connected one of the world's most recognized sports brands with one of polo's most iconic venues, further strengthening the brand's commitment to supporting the sport and its communities.The East Coast Open first took place in 1978 at Myopia Polo Club in Hamilton, Massachusetts, before moving to Greenwich Polo Club in 2005. Today, the 20-goal championship is regarded as one of the sport's most prestigious summer tournaments and a career-defining title for players competing at the highest levels of the game.East Coast Open Presented by Audi | At a GlanceTournament: East Coast Open Presented by AudiDates: August 30 - September 13, 2026Location: Greenwich Polo Club, Greenwich, ConnecticutSignificance: Only high-goal polo tournament on the East Coast during the summer seasonU.S. Polo Assn. Role: Official Apparel Brand Sponsor of Greenwich Polo ClubPartnership Milestone: First partnership between U.S. Polo Assn. and Greenwich Polo ClubChampionship Matchup: IGEA (Adam Lipson (0-Goal), Joaquin Panelo (6-Goal), Raul ‘Gringo' Colombres (7-Goal), Cristian ‘Magoo' Laprida (7-Goal) vs. FlyHouse (Max Gundlach (1-Goal), Nicolas Diaz Alberdi (5-Goal), Felipe Miquens (6-Goal), Francisco Elizalde (8-Goal)Champion: IGEAFinal Score: 10 (IGEA) - 9 (FlyHouse)Most Valuable Player: Cristian ‘Magoo' Laprida (IGEA)Best Playing Argentine Pony: Acer Comandada, played by Francisco Elizalde (FlyHouse)Best Playing Pony: Taita Nikita, played by Raul ‘Gringo' Colombres (IGEA)Charity Beneficiary: Rising Starr Horse Rescue and Old Friends Equine RescueGame Highlights: IGEA defeated FlyHouse 10-9 in a thrilling final, with Raul ‘Gringo' Colombres scoring the golden goal to secure the championship title. Colombres, a highly accomplished player on the global polo stage, helped lead IGEA to victory in one of the sport's premier high-goal summer tournaments."The East Coast Open is one of the most prestigious championships in American polo, bringing together outstanding players, exceptional horses, and a passionate polo community," said Tim Kelly, Chairman of the United States Polo Association. "Greenwich Polo Club has long been an important home for our sport, and the support of U.S. Polo Assn. through this new partnership helps elevate the experience for players and fans while celebrating the traditions and future of polo."Action on the field between teams IGEA and FlyHouse for the 2026 East Coast Open at the Greenwich Polo Club. Photo Credit: Greenwich Polo ClubThroughout this tournament, U.S. Polo Assn. enhanced the guest experience through a variety of on-site activations, including a special halftime divot stomp giveaway featuring commemorative red, white, and blue branded hats in celebration of America's 250th Anniversary. Fans also enjoyed The Divot Stomp™, the brand's signature cocktail, available at select locations during the final. In addition, U.S. Polo Assn. incorporated elements of its global campaign, The Polo Shirt: An Icon Born From The Game™, reinforcing the authentic connection between the sport of polo and the iconic polo shirt that has inspired generations around the world.As part of the final awards ceremony, U.S. Polo Assn. made charitable donations on behalf of the tournament finalists to Rising Starr Horse Rescue and Old Friends Equine Rescue. The donations reflect the brand's ongoing support of the polo ponies, equine-health organizations, and polo player communities that help sustain the sport of polo.2026 East Coast Open Runner-Up, FlyHouse, accepting the charity check donation to Old Friends Equine Rescue, with USPA Global and Greenwich Polo Club leadership. Photo Credit: Greenwich Polo Club"Greenwich Polo Club has long been dedicated to showcasing the very best of our sport, and partnering with U.S. Polo Assn. this season has brought forth a new level of energy and participation" said Peter M. Brant, founder of Greenwich Polo Club and member of the Polo Hall of Fame. "The brand's authentic connection to polo and its commitment to supporting the sport, makes U.S. Polo Assn. a natural partner for this historic championship."The East Coast Open continues to serve as one of the premier stages for high-goal tournaments in North America, attracting top international talent and passionate fans to Greenwich each summer. Through its support of the tournament, Greenwich Polo Club, and the broader polo community, U.S. Polo Assn. remains committed to advancing the sport while creating meaningful experiences that celebrate the sport's heritage, lifestyle, and future."The East Coast Open represents the rich history, competitive excellence, and longstanding traditions that make polo such a unique sport," said J. Michael Prince, President and CEO of USPA Global, the company that manages the multi-billion-dollar U.S. Polo Assn. brand. "U.S. Polo Assn.'s first year partnering with Greenwich Polo Club provided a tremendous opportunity for our global sport brand to connect more sport fans and consumers to the game while supporting one of the sport's most prestigious high-goal summer championships."About U.S. Polo Assn. and USPA GlobalU.S. Polo Assn. is the official sports brand of the United States Polo Association (USPA), the largest association of polo clubs and polo players in the United States, founded in 1890. With a multi-billion-dollar global footprint and worldwide distribution through more than 1,200 U.S. Polo Assn. retail stores as well as thousands of additional points of distribution, U.S. Polo Assn. offers apparel, accessories, and footwear for men, women, and children in more than 190 countries worldwide. U.S. Polo Assn.'s Global Polo Shirt Campaign, An Icon Born from the Game, is a powerful tribute to the iconic polo shirt's authentic sports origins and its evolution into one of the world's most enduring style essentials.The global sport brand sponsors major polo events around the world, including the U.S. Open Polo Championship®, held annually at NPC in The Palm Beaches, the premier polo tournament in the United States. Historic deals with ESPN in the United States, TNT and Eurosport in Europe, Star Sports in India, and BeIN Sports in the Middle East now broadcast several of the premier polo championships in the world, sponsored by U.S. Polo Assn., making the thrilling sport accessible to millions of sports fans globally for the very first time.U.S. Polo Assn. has recently been named one of USA Today's Most Trusted Brands and in 2026 was ranked the top sports licensor in the world, surpassing the NFL, PGA Tour, and Formula 1, according to License Global. The sport-inspired brand has earned international recognition for global growth and sports content. Due to its tremendous success as a global brand, U.S. Polo Assn. has been featured in Fortune, Forbes, Modern Retail, WWD, and GQ, as well as on Yahoo Finance and Bloomberg, among many other noteworthy media sources worldwide. For more information, visit uspoloassnglobal.com and follow @uspoloassn.USPA Global is a subsidiary of the United States Polo Association (USPA) and manages the multi-billion-dollar sports brand, U.S. Polo Assn. USPA Global also manages its subsidiary, Global Polo, the worldwide leader in polo sport content. To learn more, visit globalpolo.com or Global Polo on YouTube.For Further Information, Contact:Shannon Stilson - VP, Sports Marketing & MediaPhone +001.561.227.6994 - E-mail: sstilson@uspagl.comStacey Kovalsky - VP, Global PR & CommunicationsPhone +001.561.790.8036 - E-mail: skovalsky@uspagl.comSOURCE: USPA Global Copyright 2026 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. 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Bayer to Present How it Rebuilt Global Planning with OMP at Gartner Supply Chain Planning Summit 2026 ACN Newswire

Bayer to Present How it Rebuilt Global Planning with OMP at Gartner Supply Chain Planning Summit 2026

ANTWERPEN, BELGIUM, Sept 17, 2026 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - OMP, a leading provider of supply chain planning solutions, invites attendees of the Gartner Supply Chain Planning Summit 2026 in London to its joint session with multinational Bayer. Representatives of the Pharmaceutical division and the global IT department will show what it took to rebuild global planning around faster, higher-quality decisions, how Unison Planning™ supports that at scale, and where AI fits in.Rebuilding planning at Bayer's scaleBayer treated its move to Unison Planning™ as more than a system replacement, rebuilding processes, master data, and ways of working across its global manufacturing and affiliate network.During their Gartner session, Mirja Meyer, Principal Product Manager and Program Lead IT at Bayer, and Karsten Hahm, Program Lead OMP Implementation at Bayer Pharmaceuticals, will cover:What adoption actually tookWhat changed in decision speed and qualityWhere AI fits on the roadmap aheadSign up for the sessionWhy planning leaders should attendAI-driven planning is on every agenda. Bayer's session addresses the part that usually goes unsaid: what a planning organization needs in place before an AI implementation survives the test of a real supply chain.Meet OMP and explore what it means to make decisions at the speed of changeThroughout the Gartner Supply Chain Planning Summit (Oct 5-6, London), OMP is present at booth 203, demonstrating how Unison Planning™ and UnisonIQ help organizations move toward always-on supply chain orchestration. See how integrated planning, enhanced by the latest AI advancements, drives faster scenario evaluation, stronger collaboration, and measurable business results.Join OMP at Gartner to hear Bayer's journey firsthand and leave with a clearer path to faster, more confident supply chain decisions.Session at a glanceTitle: Inside Bayer's Global Planning Rebuild and AI Roadmap - Faster Decisions at ScaleSpeakers:Mirja Meyer, Principal Product Manager, Program Lead IT, BayerKarsten Hahm, Program Lead OMP Implementation, Bayer PharmaceuticalsWhen: Tuesday, October 6, 11:15 - 11:45 AM GMT+1 / 12:15 - 12:45 PM CESTWhere: InterContinental London - The O2, London, United KingdomTo see where you can meet OMP next, visit our events calendar.About OMPOMP helps companies facing complex planning challenges to excel, grow, and thrive by offering the best digitized supply chain planning solution on the market. Hundreds of customers in a wide range of industries - spanning consumer goods, life sciences, chemicals, metals, paper, packaging, plastics, tires, and building products - benefit from using OMP's unique Unison Planning™.Solution and product inquiriesContact OMP+32 3 650 22 11Media inquiriesKira Perdue (Carabiner)SOURCE: OMP Copyright 2026 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com
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Airwheel at Canton Fair 2026: Discover AI-Powered Luxury Rideable Electric 20inch Cabin Boarding Travel Smart Carry on Hand Suitcase ACN Newswire

Airwheel at Canton Fair 2026: Discover AI-Powered Luxury Rideable Electric 20inch Cabin Boarding Travel Smart Carry on Hand Suitcase

Guangzhou, China, Sept 17, 2026 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Airwheel, a developer of smart electric luggage and intelligent mobility products, will participate across all three phases of the 140th Canton Fair, bringing its latest generation of smart travel products to international buyers, distributors, retailers and industry partners.At the center of Airwheel's exhibition lineup will be the SE3SXD AI Luxury Suitcase, a flagship 20-inch smart electric suitcase that combines one-touch electric riding, intelligent control, connected technology and premium luggage design.The company will maintain a presence throughout all three phases of the exhibition, presenting a broader portfolio of AI Suitcases, Smart Suitcases, Electric Suitcases, Cabin Suitcases and Rideable Suitcases designed for different travel scenarios and customer segments.Airwheel will be present throughout the entire 140th Canton Fair.Phase 1: October 15–19, 2026Booth: To be announced following final confirmationPhase 2: October 23–27, 2026Booth: 20.2F19-20Phase 3: October 31–November 4, 2026Booths: 20.2J37-38, 20.2K11-12, 18.1K04The full three-phase presence gives international buyers an opportunity to connect with Airwheel throughout the exhibition period and explore its smart electric luggage portfolio, product capabilities and potential distribution opportunities.SE3SXD: From Luxury Suitcase to Intelligent Mobility CompanionThe SE3SXD represents Airwheel's latest approach to intelligent luggage, built around a simple idea: making the transition from carrying luggage to riding it faster and more intuitive.Its one-touch riding system automatically deploys the powered front wheel while the intelligent riding handle extends and locks into position. With a single operation, the suitcase can transition from a conventional Cabin Suitcase into a Rideable Suitcase without requiring users to manually complete multiple mechanical steps.The SE3SXD measures approximately 550 × 360 × 236 mm, provides 20 liters of storage capacity and weighs approximately 6.8 kg without the power bank. It supports a maximum load of 95 kg and reaches a maximum riding speed of 9.9 km/h.Its drive system uses a 230W motor and a 5.2-inch powered front wheel, combined with dual 4-inch rear wheels. The telescopic powered front-wheel structure extends the wheelbase during riding, helping improve stability across smooth indoor surfaces and common outdoor environments.The result is a premium travel product that combines the functions of a Luxury Suitcase, Cabin Suitcase, Electric Suitcase and Rideable Suitcase within one platform.Intelligent Control Designed Around the JourneyThe SE3SXD's intelligence extends beyond its electric drive system.Through Airwheel's dedicated smart APP, users can monitor riding speed, battery level and mileage in real time while adjusting speed continuously from 0.1 to 9.9 km/h.The system also supports functions including cruise control, intelligent remote control, low-battery alerts and Bluetooth disconnection notifications.Personalization is another part of the experience. The SE3SXD features an 8-color lighting system with nine lighting-effect combinations, allowing users to customize the visual appearance of the suitcase.For additional security and convenience, the SE3SXD supports Apple Find My, allowing users to locate the suitcase through compatible Apple devices and activate a sound when searching for it nearby.A 5V USB output provides additional charging capability for smartphones and other portable devices, extending the role of the suitcase beyond simple luggage storage.Designed for Modern International TravelThe SE3SXD is built around a 20-inch cabin-size format and uses a 73.26Wh removable lithium battery. The battery system has obtained International Certification, while its removable architecture allows the power unit to be separated from the suitcase when required for inspection and handling.The suitcase uses an ABS+PC composite shell reinforced with an aluminum alloy frame, combining lightweight construction with structural strength. A TSA combination lock provides additional convenience for international travelers.With a maximum load of 95 kg and an operating temperature range of approximately -10°C to 40°C, the SE3SXD is designed for a broad range of everyday travel environments.Airwheel's official product materials also emphasize the SE3SXD's combination of one-touch deployment, APP connectivity, Apple Find My and 9.9 km/h riding performance, positioning it as a flagship model within the company's smart rideable luggage range.A Complete Smart Electric Luggage Product MatrixThe SE3SXD is not a standalone product. It forms part of Airwheel's broader smart electric luggage portfolio, enabling the company to address different travel needs, price segments and user groups.SE3SXD — Flagship AI Luxury SuitcaseAirwheel's flagship intelligent model, featuring one-touch automatic riding deployment, APP control, Apple Find My and premium cabin-size design.SE3SX — Premium Smart Electric Cabin SuitcaseA compact rideable cabin suitcase designed for travelers seeking electric mobility, smart functions and a premium business-travel experience.SE3SL+ — Smart Rideable Airport SuitcaseA lightweight smart luggage option focused on portability, electric riding and everyday airport travel.SE3S / SE3SL — Established Rideable Electric Suitcase SeriesModels combining conventional luggage functionality with electric riding, removable battery systems and smart mobility features.SE3MiniT — Compact Electric Hand LuggageA smaller-format option designed for flexible personal mobility and users seeking a more compact rideable luggage solution.SE3T — Large-Capacity Electric SuitcaseA larger smart luggage platform designed for extended journeys, higher storage requirements and family travel.SQ3 / SQ3S — Family and Youth-Oriented Riding Kids SuitcaseCompact riding luggage designed around younger users and family travel scenarios.This product matrix gives Airwheel a broader commercial platform, allowing distributors and retailers to select products according to local market preferences rather than relying on a single flagship model.Growing Media Attention and Market RecognitionThe emergence of smart electric luggage has attracted increasing attention from technology, travel and consumer-product media as the traditional luggage category intersects with electric mobility and connected hardware.Airwheel's rideable smart luggage has received substantial media exposure and customer attention across different markets, helping introduce the concept of electric riding luggage to a wider international audience.The company's products have also received multiple international design recognitions. According to Airwheel, its portfolio has received more than 39 international design awards, while the company has accumulated more than 600 patents and related intellectual property assets covering areas such as electric drive, intelligent control, structural engineering and human-machine interaction.These technology and design assets form part of Airwheel's broader strategy to develop smart mobility products that combine practical functionality with consumer-oriented industrial design.Smart Electric Luggage: A 2026 Business OpportunityAs travel increasingly intersects with mobility technology, smart electric luggage is emerging as a distinct product category between traditional luggage, personal mobility and consumer electronics.For international distributors, luggage retailers, travel retailers, e-commerce businesses and mobility-focused companies, this convergence creates opportunities to introduce differentiated products into markets where conventional luggage has traditionally competed primarily on capacity, materials and design.Airwheel's multi-model portfolio provides several entry points into the category, ranging from premium AI Luxury Suitcases and compact Cabin Suitcases to larger-capacity Electric Suitcases.For businesses evaluating new product categories in 2026, smart electric luggage offers an opportunity to participate in an emerging segment driven by the convergence of AI, electric mobility, connected devices and modern travel.Rather than positioning the category simply as another type of luggage, Airwheel is developing it as a new travel technology platform—one capable of carrying belongings, providing electric mobility, connecting with smartphones and supporting users throughout their journey.Bringing Smart Travel to the Global MarketThe 140th Canton Fair will provide Airwheel with an opportunity to present this broader vision directly to international buyers.With the SE3SXD AI Luxury Suitcase as its flagship showcase and a growing product matrix behind it, Airwheel will demonstrate how smart electric luggage can evolve from a niche mobility product into a broader intelligent travel category.The company's three-phase presence also reflects its continued focus on international markets, where distributors, retailers and travel businesses can explore product demonstrations, portfolio options and potential cooperation.For Airwheel, the future of luggage is no longer limited to simply carrying what travelers bring with them.It is about helping people move, connect and travel more intelligently.At the 140th Canton Fair, Airwheel will bring that vision to the global market through a portfolio that spans AI Suitcases, Luxury Suitcases, Cabin Suitcases, Electric Suitcases and Rideable Suitcases—positioning intelligent mobility as an increasingly important part of the next generation of travel.Media ContactCompany: AirwheelContact: Media TeamWebsite: https://www.airwheel.net Copyright 2026 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. 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Avantor Expands RIM Single-Use Portfolio Across APAC ACN Newswire

Avantor Expands RIM Single-Use Portfolio Across APAC

SINGAPORE, Sept 17, 2026 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Avantor, Inc. (NYSE: AVTR), a leading global provider of mission-critical products and services to customers in the life sciences and advanced technology industries, is expanding availability of its RIM® single-use portfolio of bioprocessing solutions across Asia Pacific (APAC). This gives biopharmaceutical manufacturers greater access to local solutions designed to support continuity of supply, efficient operations, and specific requirements that they need.RIM's proprietary technology provides single-use bioprocess customers with differentiated product offerings.Gladys Wang, Vice President, Bioprocessing, Asia Pacific, Avantor, says: “Customers across APAC are looking for reliable single-use solutions that can support their manufacturing needs close to home. By expanding the availability of RIM solutions across the region, we are helping customers access customizable products backed by the responsiveness of regional manufacturing and the consistency of Avantor’s global quality systems.”RIM provides reliable single-use bioprocessing solutions to enable biomanufacturers scale with confidence.The RIM portfolio includes single-use consumables including bioprocessing bags, assemblies and tubing and components, as well as mixing and storage hardware, to support a range of bioprocessing applications. RIM single-use consumables are manufactured at Avantor’s Changzhou, China, facility, the company’s first single-use production plant in APAC. The 2,600-square-meter facility has more than 20 years of single-use design and manufacturing experience, is certified to ISO 9001:2015 and operates in compliance with Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) principles.RIM provides reliable single-use bioprocessing solutions designed to support unique process requirements, helping biomanufacturers scale with confidence. With in-region manufacturing and local component supply chains, RIM enables Avantor to support APAC customers with a more responsive supply model and right-fit solutions for their workflows. RIM products are available exclusively to customers in APAC.For more information about RIM single-use consumables, visit corporate.avantorsciences.com/sg/en/brands/rimAbout Avantor®Avantor® is a leading life science tools company and global provider of mission-critical products and services to the life sciences and advanced technology industries. We work side-by-side with customers at every step of the scientific journey to enable breakthroughs in medicine, healthcare, and technology. Our portfolio is used in virtually every stage of the most important research, development and production activities at more than 300,000 customer locations in 180 countries. For more information, find us on LinkedIn, X (Twitter) and Facebook.Regional Media ContactSwati ChhabraManager, Corporate Communications, AMEAAvantor91-9958-404-334Swati.Chhabra@avantorsciences.comGlobal Media ContactValerie ColladoDirector, Community Impact and CommunicationsAvantormedia@avantorsciences.com SOURCE: Avantor and Financial News Copyright 2026 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com
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GA-ASI Mojave First UAS To Complete Battlefield Short Field Ops ACN Newswire

GA-ASI Mojave First UAS To Complete Battlefield Short Field Ops

SAN DIEGO, Sept 17, 2026 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - General Atomics Aeronautical Systems (GA-ASI) and Hanwha Aerospace have completed the first-ever flight operations from a simulated battlefield by a medium altitude, long endurance uncrewed aircraft. The partners proved that the Mojave Short Takeoff and Landing aircraft, or Mojave STOL, could land at a tank and artillery live-fire range during simulated combat conditions and then take off again to continue the mission."This demonstration showcased Mojave's ability to perform tactical missions that are representative of real battlefield requirements and challenges," said GA-ASI CEO Linden Blue. "Whether the user needs contested and austere battlefield operations, ISR, weapons delivery, Air-Launched Effects deployment, troop resupply, counter-UAS, or missions requiring short and unimproved roads for takeoff, our aircraft answer the bell.""This demonstration marks an important milestone in delivering tangible results through the partnership between Hanwha and GA-ASI," said Buhwan Lee, CEO nominee of Hanwha Aerospace. "Going forward, we will work closely with the ROK defense industry to develop unmanned systems designed for future operating environments and expand our presence in global markets."The Defense Drone Technology Exhibition took place in the countryside north of Seoul and highlighted Mojave's ability to operate from an austere environment with a short runway. Configured with dual weapon rails and inert payloads, Mojave executed a concept of operations designed to illustrate how STOL capability enhances operational flexibility, survivability, and responsiveness for future ROK defense applications. The demo took place at the runway of ROK Army 513th Aviation Battalion and the Seungjin Training Field in Pocheon-si.Under the control of pilots operating from ground control stations, Mojave took off from a conventional runway at ROK Army 513th ROK Aviation Battalion, flew to the Seungjin Training Field where it joined air operations, then landed on a rough maneuver trail used mostly by ROK Army tanks and artillery vehicles. The aircraft then took back off again, resumed operations, and returned to ROK Army 513th Aviation Battalion. In an actual combat situation, soldiers could have refueled and re-armed Mojave during its time on the ground at the range. No other aircraft with Mojave's endurance, range or payload has this ability.In 2025, GA-ASI announced that it was partnering with Hanwha to co-develop and co-produce UAS with STOL capability for a worldwide customer base, including the ROK Ministry of National Defense, the United States Department of War and other global customers. Critical Design Review (CDR) for a production Mojave STOL is expected in November this year with first flight in 2027.The Mojave STOL demonstrator now is scheduled to travel to Changwon where it will be on display at Hanwha's Industry Day on September 21. The event will include an array of ROK suppliers, with many contributing to the production of Mojave STOL.About GA-ASIGeneral Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc., is the world's foremost builder of Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS). Logging more than 9 million flight hours, the Predator® line of UAS has flown for over 30 years and includes MQ-9A Reaper®, MQ-1C Gray Eagle®, MQ-20 Avenger®, MQ-9B SkyGuardian®/SeaGuardian®, XQ-67A, and FQ-42A. The company is dedicated to providing long-endurance, multi-mission solutions that deliver persistent situational awareness and rapid strike. For more information, visit www.ga-asi.com.Avenger, EagleEye, Gray Eagle, Lynx, Predator, Reaper, SeaGuardian, and SkyGuardian are trademarks of General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc., registered in the United States and/or other countries.About Hanwha AerospaceHanwha Aerospace is a global aerospace and defense company that offers a broad portfolio of products and services. These include land combat vehicles such as the world-renowned K9 Self-Propelled Howitzer and the Redback Infantry Fighting Vehicle, unmanned systems, various other weapons systems, munitions, aircraft engines and components, and technology products and services. As the ROK's largest aerospace and defense company, Hanwha Aerospace is engaged in the research, development, and manufacture of advanced technology systems and is spearheading the country's space projects. More information about Hanwha Aerospace is available at www.hanwhaaerospace.com.GA-ASI Media RelationsGeneral Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc.ASI-MediaRelations@ga-asi.com(858) 524-8101SOURCE: General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. Copyright 2026 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com
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China State Construction Int’l MiC Tech Gains Momentum, Completed-Home Sales Policy in the Chinese Mainland Accelerates Industry Transformation ACN Newswire

China State Construction Int’l MiC Tech Gains Momentum, Completed-Home Sales Policy in the Chinese Mainland Accelerates Industry Transformation

HONG KONG, Sept 16, 2026 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - As the Chinese Mainland’s property sales system gradually shifts from a “sell-before-build” model to a “build-before-sell” approach, construction speed, delivery certainty and capital turnover efficiency are becoming key factors in reshaping developers’ competitiveness. Leveraging its early-mover advantage in Modular Integrated Construction (MiC) and large-scale delivery capabilities, China State Construction International Holdings Limited (“China State Construction International” or the “Group”, stock code: 03311), provides property developers with a more reliable solution to shorten construction cycles, reduce capital tied up and accelerate cash collection under the new completed-property sales model.Recently, the Ministry of Housing and Urban-Rural Development, the Ministry of Natural Resources and the National Financial Regulatory Administration jointly issued the Notice on Improving the Commodity Housing Sales System, which stipulates that commodity housing projects must complete structural topping-out before obtaining pre-sale approval. The policy also gives priority to completed-home sales for newly granted land parcels and commodity housing projects that have not yet obtained construction planning permits. The policy direction implies that developers will receive cash inflows at a later stage, driving the industry away from a model heavily reliant on pre-sale cash flow and towards a new competitive landscape centred on product delivery capabilities, project management expertise and capital efficiency.MiC technology transfers key construction processes, including structural works, MEP systems, fit-out and equipment installation, to a factory environment before modules are transported to project sites for rapid hoisting and assembly. With more than 70% of construction work completed off-site, MiC can reduce overall construction time by approximately 60% compared with traditional building methods. Through standardisation, industrialised production and parallel construction processes, MiC helps reduce on-site uncertainties and post-completion rectification works, improving quality consistency and delivery predictability. The technology is particularly suitable for residential developments, affordable housing projects and large-scale public livelihood projects where speed, quality and cost control are critical.The Group has established both concrete MiC and steel-structure MiC technology systems and is advancing multiple projects across Beijing, Guangzhou, Shenzhen, Shanghai and Hong Kong, thereby building cross-regional replication and delivery capabilities. The Group currently owns 12 prefabrication manufacturing bases equipped with 85 intelligent production lines, with an annual production capacity of 130,000 modules. It has gradually established a fully integrated industrial value chain spanning technology research and development, manufacturing and project delivery, providing scalable industrialised construction solutions for property developers.In the first half of 2026, the Group’s MiC business recorded rapid growth, with projects covering first-tier cities in the Chinese Mainland and expanding into second-tier markets. The Group has undertaken a number of residential projects, including Shenzhen Huazhang New Affordable Housing, Beijing Huapichang, Shanghai Tianlin Road, Tongzhou Jiukeshu and the light public housing in Kai Tak. The Tongzhou Jiukeshu project is the first MiC commercial residential development in the Chinese Mainland, fully demonstrating the applicability of MiC technology in the residential sector and laying the groundwork for the Group to undertake larger-scale projects in the future.As the property sector undergoes a transformation in its development model, the Group will continue to leverage its integrated strengths in “Technology + Investment + Construction + Asset Operation” to drive the large-scale adoption of MiC technology. Through more efficient and controllable construction solutions, the Group aims to help developers enhance delivery capabilities, optimise capital turnover and adapt to the new requirements brought about by completed-property sales, while contributing industrialised construction momentum to the development of high-quality housing.On-site Hoisting of Modular Integrated Construction (MiC) Modules at the Beijing Huapichang Project Copyright 2026 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com
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HKTDC backs new blueprint for Hong Kong’s next chapter ACN Newswire

HKTDC backs new blueprint for Hong Kong’s next chapter

HONG KONG, Sept 16, 2026 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - The Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) welcomes the new Policy Address and the First Five-Year Plan for Economic and Social Development of the HKSAR (2026-2030), delivered today by John Lee, Chief Executive of the HKSAR. Forward-looking, strategic and practical, these two plans align with the National 15th Five-Year Plan and the strategic development of Hong Kong’s “four centres and one hub.” The plans also set a clear blueprint for Hong Kong to reinforce its role as an international financial, trade, maritime and aviation centre, while focusing on its strengths in innovation and technology as well as cultural and talent development.Chairman of the HKTDC, Professor Frederick Ma said, “We fully support the Chief Executive’s Policy Address and Hong Kong’s First Five-Year Plan. As we face an uncertain world, setting short, medium and long-term goals will help businesses set directions and remain resilient. At the HKTDC, we are fully committed to aligning with these two plans. This includes assisting the Government to expand the city’s convention and exhibition (C&E) facilities.”Professor Ma added, “With Hong Kong’s unique advantage of enjoying the mainland’s strong support while being connected to the world, our position as an international trade fair capital has been enhanced in the past few decades. However, as the scale and diversity of fairs and conferences continue to grow in Hong Kong, there is a need to expand our facilities if we are to remain competitive. That is why I fully support the Government’s proactive measure of setting up a task force led by the Deputy Financial Secretary to steer the Wan Chai North Redevelopment project. We are pleased to have the opportunity to leverage our 60 years of expertise in this area to submit a proposal on the development approach of the project to the Government.”Regarding support for Hong Kong’s business community, the HKTDC also welcomes the Chief Executive’s measures to help Hong Kong SMEs diversify their markets, including strengthening the HKTDC “E-Commerce Express” programme to promote the awareness of Hong Kong brands and expand their coverage of e-commerce markets outside Hong Kong. Other measures to enhance funding schemes and encourage adoption of technology by SMEs were also welcome. The HKTDC will step up its efforts to support Hong Kong companies through our flagship fairs and conferences, including the Asian Financial Forum, Belt and Road Summit, Business of IP Asia Forum, CENTRESTAGE and InnoEX, while helping them access the Chinese Mainland including the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area (GBA) and international markets. Professor Ma further said, “As a core member of the Government’s GoGlobal Task Force, HKTDC’s GoGlobal Connect programme supports Hong Kong’s professional services to partner with mainland enterprises to develop global markets, and we will align with the Policy Address to further consolidate Hong Kong’s role as the premier platform to go to.” Measures include deepening collaboration with trade associations in Hong Kong and target markets, enhancing the matching function of the Cross-sectoral Professional Services Platform and adding the ESG (environmental, social and governance) services, as well as providing training for mainland enterprises and local service providers who wish to expand to overseas markets, such as Belt and Road regions in ASEAN, Central Asia, the Middle East and Africa. The HKTDC will also leverage its 50+ offices around the world to organise international missions and overseas Hong Kong promotions which open doors to more prospects in the future.Professor Ma concluded, “As we continue to face fresh challenges, I am confident that the Policy Address and the First Five-Year Plan will forge a new path ahead for Hong Kong. I look forward to leading our team on this journey to create more value for our business communities across Hong Kong, the Chinese Mainland and the world.” Media enquiriesPlease contact the HKTDC’s Communications & Public Affairs Department:Jane CheungTel: (852) 2584 4137Email: jane.mh.cheung@hktdc.orgJohnny TsuiTel: (852) 2584 4395Email: johnny.cy.tsui@hktdc.orgHKTDC Media Room: https://mediaroom.hktdc.com/enAbout HKTDCThe Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) celebrates its 60th anniversary this year. The HKTDC is a statutory body established in 1966 to promote, assist and develop Hong Kong's trade. With over 50 offices globally, including 13 in the Chinese Mainland, the HKTDC promotes Hong Kong as a two-way global investment and business hub. The HKTDC organises international exhibitions, conferences and business missions to create business opportunities for companies, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), in the mainland and international markets. The HKTDC also provides up-to-date market insights and product information via trade publications, research reports and digital news channels. For more information, please visit: www.hktdc.com/aboutus. Copyright 2026 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com
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uSMART HK opens 2 New Branches in Mong Kok & Tsim Sha Tsui, Launch of U.S. Pre-Market Options Trading ‘No Late Nights’ to capture Early U.S Market Opportunities ACN Newswire

uSMART HK opens 2 New Branches in Mong Kok & Tsim Sha Tsui, Launch of U.S. Pre-Market Options Trading ‘No Late Nights’ to capture Early U.S Market Opportunities

HONG KONG, Sept 16, 2026 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - 15 September, uSMART Securities Limited ("uSMART Securities" or "Company"), No.1 Hong Kong Funded Fintech Brokerage*, announce the official opening of its new branches in Mong Kok and Tsim Sha Tsui (Alpha House), both located in high-traffic places which closed to MTR Mong Kok Station and Tsim Sha Tsui Station, the branches offer convenient access for clients to handle account opening, investment consultations, and other business services in person.New Mong Kok is strategically located at the “Golden Crossroad” of Argyle Street and Sai Yeung Choi Street, the branch spans nearly 2,000 sq. ft. that providing a spacious and comfortable environment equipped with a professional client service team offering comprehensive services including account opening guidance, product consultations, offline seminars, and asset allocation planning. It also features an exclusive uSMART Cafe area, offering complimentary specialty coffee, allowing clients to enjoy their coffee while managing their investments, transforming traditional financial services into a more relaxed and lifestyle-oriented wealth management experience.Mr. Neo Lee, Executive Director of uSMART Securities, stated: "With the opening of our Mong Kok and two new branches in Tsim Sha Tsui (Alpha House), as well as the upcoming branches in Central, Causeway Bay (East Point Road), and Sheung Shui (San Fung Ave), uSMART's physical service centres across Hong Kong will increase to 16 in this year, covering Hong Kong Island, Kowloon and New Territories, we truly achieving ‘uSMART in every district, zero-distance service'. Besides, Tsim Sha Tsui (Alpha House) branch and the upcoming Causeway Bay (East Point Road) branch both represent our second branch in each respective district. As our second branch in the same district, it truly reflects the trust and support from our customers. Together, we also witness another milestone in our sustained business growth and expanding client base, prompting us to further strengthen our service point to meet the growing demand for physical wealth management services."(Left to Right: Senior Business Development Manager – Bobby Leung, Marketing Brand Consultant - Unicorn Lyu, Executive Director - Neo Lee, Marketing Director – Carrie Wong, Business Development Director - Kevin Tang)In order to address investor’s growing demand for great flexibility in asset portfolio and volatility management, Our Company is simultaneously driving the deepening of its business landscape, release US Stock Pre-Market Options Trading service. Investor able to deploy options strategies ahead of regular US trading hours in response to real-time market news and earnings data, precisely locking in potential opportunities or hedging risks. The extended trading session covers US Eastern Time 4:00–9:30 (summer time, winter time shifts by 1 hour), allowing trading during Hong Kong hours 16:00–21:30 without the need to stay up late. It enables for investor to capture pre-market opportunities in the U.S stock market, while enjoy a greater flexibility in their trading strategies.In addition, uSMART planed Hong Kong Stock Options and Hong Kong Index Options Trading planned for launch within the year, to further enhancing our option product offering, enabling clients to deploy U.S. stock, Hong Kong stock and index-related strategies through a one-stop platform and gain more comprehensive access to global investment opportunities.Neo added: "The global financial landscape remains complex and ever-changing, with investors showing significantly increased demand for diversified hedging and yield-enhancement tools. US pre-market options help investors adjust their positions immediately following earnings announcements or major news releases; Together with the upcoming launch of Hong Kong Stock Option within this year will further enhance client’s capital efficiency. Furthermore, the Company will provide all client with complimentary access to Hong Kong Stock LV1 Real-time Streaming Quotes and Nasdaq Basic Streaming Quotes, with no eligibility requirements, allowing them to access real0teim streaming market data at no additional cost and make faster, more informed investment decisions”Looking ahead, uSMART will continue to uphold Retail Service as our philosophy, driving fintech R&D, integrate AI intelligent investment tools, further enhancing the App’s functionality and product offering to provide access to multi-market and diversified asset trading. Meanwhile, our Company will actively be broadening its client base and seamlessly integrating its physical service center network with its online platform to build a comprehensive financial service ecosystem, dedicated to create sustainable long-term value for our global and local investors.^”No.1 Hong Kong Funded Fintech Brokerage" is based on TradeGo Cloud data, with uSMART Securities ranking first in monthly transaction volume among local Hong Kong-funded internet brokers for over a year as of April 2026.About uSMART:uSMART Securities is a leading Hong Kong Funded Fintech Brokerage founded in 2018. Over the past eight years, it has pioneered the fusion of technology and finance, offering stocks trading, asset management, and wealth management solutions. Its proprietary platforms, uSMART HK APP and uSMART SG APP, operated by uSMART Securities (Hong Kong) and uSMART Securities (Singapore) respectively. It supports investments in Hong Kong stocks, US stocks, A-shares (Shanghai, Shenzhen and Hong Kong stock connect), Singapore Stocks, Japan Stocks, UK Stocks, US options, ETFs, Funds, Bonds, Asset Management, Structured Notes, Futures, Crypto, Precious Metals, Gold, and forex. Furthermore, uSMART is equipped with a highly professional research and asset management team that offers asset management, wealth management, securities brokerage, institutional business, LPF services, and investment banking, dedicated to serving ultra-high-net-worth individuals and families, corporations, investment institutions, fund companies, and other brokerage firms with comprehensive asset management solutions.For details please visit: https://hk.usmartglobal.comFor any media queries, please contact:Carrie Wong9788 4665carriewong@usmart.hk Copyright 2026 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com
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U.S. Polo Assn. Taps David Swetman as Global Design Lead, Men’s and Boys’ as Brand Targets $4 Billion in Global Retail Sales ACN Newswire

U.S. Polo Assn. Taps David Swetman as Global Design Lead, Men’s and Boys’ as Brand Targets $4 Billion in Global Retail Sales

West Palm Beach, FL, Sept 15, 2026 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - U.S. Polo Assn.®, the official sports brand of the United States Polo Association (USPA), with a multi-billion-dollar global footprint and distribution in more than 190 countries through over 1,200 retail stores worldwide, today announced the appointment of David Swetman as Global Design Lead, Men's and Boys', further strengthening the sports brand's Global Product Leadership Team as U.S. Polo Assn. continues its worldwide expansion and evolution.U.S. Polo Assn. continues to expand as one of the world's largest and fastest-growing sports brands, serving consumers globally through its extensive retail, e-commerce, and licensing network. The appointment reflects U.S. Polo Assn.'s continued global growth and strategic investment in world-class talent as the brand expands its product innovation, strengthens its consumer appeal, and advances its position as one of the world's leading sports brands.Swetman joins the U.S. Polo Assn. Global Design Team with some 20 years of menswear design and creative leadership experience, most recently serving as Senior Concept Designer, Global Menswear at Abercrombie & Fitch. During his tenure, he played a meaningful role in the evolution of Abercrombie & Fitch's menswear business during a period of significant brand reinvention, consumer relevance, and global growth. Throughout his career, Swetman has been instrumental in developing global product strategies, shaping seasonal narratives, and creating commercially successful collections that resonate with consumers around the world.In his new role, Swetman will lead the global design vision and product direction for all men's and boys' apparel across the U.S. Polo Assn. brand worldwide. Working closely with the brand's worldwide network of licensees, he will help further elevate the men's and boys' businesses by driving a cohesive global design direction while supporting regional market opportunities. His responsibilities will include product design direction, trend forecasting, concept development, seasonal storytelling, and category innovation across all men's and boys' U.S. Polo Assn. collections."As we continue to expand around the world, we remain committed to investing in exceptional talent that can elevate our product offerings, strengthen our global design capabilities, and shape the future of our men's and boys' businesses around the world," said J. Michael Prince, President and CEO of USPA Global, the company that manages the multi-billion-dollar sports brand, U.S. Polo Assn. "David's experience translating consumer insights into building successful global collections and contributing to one of the industry's most notable brand transformations makes him an outstanding addition to our team as we execute our elevated brand plan and goal of $4 billion in global retail sales."David's appointment represents another important investment in global talent and another major step in the ongoing evolution of U.S. Polo Assn.," Prince added.Throughout his career, Swetman has demonstrated a unique ability to blend creative vision with a strong understanding of the global marketplace. At Abercrombie & Fitch, he helped define the global creative direction for menswear, contributing to seasonal concept development, product strategy, design innovation, and category growth. He also served as lead designer for all third-party menswear collaborations, translating cultural insights and emerging consumer trends into compelling product assortments with broad consumer appeal."I am excited to join U.S. Polo Assn. during a period of exceptional global growth and momentum," said David Swetman, Global Design Lead, Men's and Boys' at U.S. Polo Assn. "The brand's authentic heritage in the sport of polo, combined with its expanding global footprint and strong foundation for future growth, presents a tremendous opportunity to further elevate the men's and boys' businesses across our global markets as we continue to engage the next generation of consumers."I look forward to partnering with our global teams and licensees to create memorable product experiences, elevate the men's and boys' businesses, and strengthen the brand's connection with consumers around the world," Swetman added.A graduate of the prestigious Central Saint Martins in London, Swetman earned a First-Class Honours degree in Fashion Design, Menswear. His expertise spans creative direction, concept design, trend forecasting, product design, global product development, category leadership, and design team mentorship.About U.S. Polo Assn. and USPA GlobalU.S. Polo Assn. is the official sports brand of the United States Polo Association (USPA), the largest association of polo clubs and polo players in the United States, founded in 1890. With a multi-billion-dollar global footprint and worldwide distribution through more than 1,200 U.S. Polo Assn. retail stores as well as thousands of additional points of distribution, U.S. Polo Assn. offers apparel, accessories, and footwear for men, women, and children in more than 190 countries worldwide. U.S. Polo Assn.'s Global Polo Shirt Campaign, An Icon Born from the Game, is a powerful tribute to the iconic polo shirt's authentic sports origins and its evolution into one of the world's most enduring style essentials.The global sport brand sponsors major polo events around the world, including the U.S. Open Polo Championship®, held annually at the USPA National Polo Center in The Palm Beaches, the premier polo tournament in the United States. Historic deals with ESPN in the United States, TNT and Eurosport in Europe, Star Sports in India, and BeIn Sports in the Middle East now broadcast several of the premier polo championships in the world, sponsored by U.S. Polo Assn., making the thrilling sport accessible to millions of sports fans globally for the very first time.U.S. Polo Assn. has recently been named one of USA Today's Most Trusted Brands and in 2026 was ranked the top sports licensor in the world, surpassing the NFL, PGA Tour, and Formula 1, according to License Global. The sport-inspired brand is being recognized internationally with awards for global growth and sport content. Due to its tremendous success as a global brand, U.S. Polo Assn. has been featured in Fortune, Forbes, Modern Retail, WWD and GQ as well as on Yahoo Finance and Bloomberg, among many other noteworthy media sources around the world. For more information, visit uspoloassnglobal.com and follow @uspoloassn.USPA Global is a subsidiary of the United States Polo Association (USPA) and manages the multi-billion-dollar sports brand, U.S. Polo Assn. USPA Global also manages the subsidiary, Global Polo, which is the worldwide leader in polo sport content. To learn more, visit globalpolo.com or Global Polo on YouTube.For Further Information, Contact:Stacey KovalskyVP, Global PR & CommunicationsPhone: +1.561.790.8036Email: skovalsky@uspagl.comKaela DrakeSenior PR & Communications SpecialistPhone: +1.561.790.8036Email: kdrake@uspagl.comSOURCE: USPA Global Copyright 2026 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com
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LearnEnglishAbc.com Expands Worldwide ESL Learning Platform With HOPE AI Tutor, Free Plan, and Read-Aloud Library ACN Newswire

LearnEnglishAbc.com Expands Worldwide ESL Learning Platform With HOPE AI Tutor, Free Plan, and Read-Aloud Library

LAS VEGAS, NV, Sept 15, 2026 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - LearnEnglishAbc.com announced the worldwide expansion of its English as a Second Language learning platform for students, teachers, tutors, families, adult learners, and institutions. The expansion includes a free plan, a 14-day free trial, structured English lessons, 164 graded books, read-aloud narration, songs with lyrics, and access to HOPE AI Tutor. The platform is designed to help English learners study, read, listen, speak, and practice English at their own pace.LearnEnglishAbc.com helps ESL learners read, listen, follow along, and practice English with HOPE AI Tutor.LearnEnglishAbc.com was created to address a common problem in English learning: many students study English for years but still feel afraid to speak. The platform focuses on reducing the pressure of the first conversation by giving learners a private place to build skills before using English with others.A major part of the platform is the LearnEnglishAbc.com Library, which includes 164 books organized by U.S. reading levels and CEFR English levels, from A1 beginner through advanced levels. Students can choose a book at their current English level and read it on screen while listening to narration aloud.The read-and-listen Library helps learners connect written English with the way English sounds. Students can follow the words as the narrator reads, pause, continue, and learn at their own pace. Reading and listening together can support reading comprehension, listening comprehension, vocabulary, pronunciation awareness, word recognition, and sentence structure.Students may also download selected books as ePub files to read on compatible phones, tablets, and e-readers. This gives learners another way to continue reading outside the website.HOPE AI Tutor is another central part of the LearnEnglishAbc.com learning experience. HOPE can first greet learners in their own language, then help them move naturally into English conversation. This approach is intended to lower the fear of making mistakes and help learners begin speaking with more confidence."Our goal is to make English learning more accessible and less intimidating," said Bob Skerstonas, founder of LearnEnglishAbc.com. "Many learners know more English than they believe, but the first seconds of conversation can feel difficult. HOPE gives students a safe place to begin, and our Library gives them a way to read, listen, and understand English before they speak."The platform follows a simple learning cycle: study grammar and vocabulary, read graded books, listen through narration, lessons, and songs, speak with HOPE, and apply English by discussing what the learner has studied or read. LearnEnglishAbc.com does not position AI as a replacement for structured learning. Instead, HOPE provides a practice environment where students can use what they are learning.A key feature of HOPE AI Tutor is the ability to connect reading directly to conversation. After completing a graded book, a learner can discuss the book with HOPE. HOPE can ask questions about what happened, what a character did, or how the story ended. Because the learner already understands the subject, the main challenge becomes using English to explain familiar ideas.LearnEnglishAbc.com includes 45 lessons across five learning areas, including English Grammar Basics, Vocabulary I and II, additional learning topics, and music activities. The platform also includes songs with lyrics, simple sentences, selected lesson previews, and grammar resources.The LearnEnglishAbc.com free plan gives students access to free books, songs with lyrics, English Grammar Basics, simple sentences, selected lesson previews, and an introduction to HOPE AI Tutor. Students who want more practice can upgrade to a membership that includes the full English learning path, HOPE AI Tutor minutes, saved transcripts, printable lessons, progress tracking, past HOPE conversations, and access to the VIP / Annual lesson library.Membership begins at $3.99 per month, with longer plans reducing the effective monthly cost. HOPE conversation time is measured in seconds so usage can be controlled accurately, and learners may add more conversation time when needed.The platform has already reached 39,000 registered learners, 3,000 paying subscribers, and 1.4 million impressions per month. LearnEnglishAbc.com's next goal is to continue expanding access to affordable ESL learning tools for students worldwide.Students, educators, tutors, families, and institutions can visit LearnEnglishAbc.com to start learning English for free, read and listen to graded books, and explore HOPE AI Tutor.About LearnEnglishAbc.comLearnEnglishAbc.com is an online ESL learning platform that combines English lessons, grammar, vocabulary, graded books with narration, songs with lyrics, and HOPE AI Tutor. The platform helps English learners study, read, listen, speak, and practice English at their own pace.Media ContactBrand: LearnEnglishAbc.comContact: Media teamEmail: teacher@learnEnglishabc.comWebsite: LearnEnglishAbc.com Copyright 2026 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com
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Battery Storage Additions Rival Historic Gas-Power Buildout, IEA Data Show ACN Newswire

Battery Storage Additions Rival Historic Gas-Power Buildout, IEA Data Show

SYDNEY/BEIJING, Sept 15, 2026 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Global battery storage additions reached about 108 gigawatts in 2025, up roughly 40% from a year earlier, International Energy Agency data show. The volume rivals the record annual buildout of gas-fired power capacity set in 2002.In markets with high rooftop-solar penetration, growth has been especially rapid in the residential and small-commercial segment, where storage is increasingly used to manage local supply-demand imbalances rather than purely as emergency backup power. Australia illustrates the shift.Growth is fastest in the residential and small-commercial segment, where storage is increasingly used to manage local supply-demand imbalances rather than purely as emergency backup power.Australia illustrates the shift. High rooftop-solar penetration has pushed midday wholesale power prices to negative or near zero in roughly a fifth of trading intervals on the National Electricity Market, market data show.Evening demand ramps, meanwhile, have grown by as much as 2 gigawatts in some mainland states. The imbalance has changed the economics of exporting household solar. Federal and state subsidy programs introduced in 2025 cover a significant share of battery installation costs.Australia's Clean Energy Council reported that residential battery installations surpassed 268,000 units in 2025, up 260% from a year earlier. Even so, only about one in ten of the roughly 4.3 million Australian households with rooftop solar has storage installed — a gap that industry participants say points to a large untapped market.A Widening Set of EntrantsThe convergence of electric-vehicle adoption, rooftop solar and home battery storage has drawn interest from companies outside the traditional utility and battery-manufacturing sectors. Financing, insurance and mobility-services providers that already have relationships with households — particularly those that own electric vehicles — are among those evaluating the category, industry participants say, as storage shifts from a hardware-led sale toward one that combines hardware, software, local installation and ongoing service.Companies in adjacent sectors have signaled early interest in the space. Cheche Group Inc. (Nasdaq: CCG), a Beijing-based technology platform serving China’s auto-insurance industry, disclosed this month a non-binding term sheet for a proposed strategic investment in a residential solar-and-storage business with operations in Australia and Singapore. The term sheet does not obligate the company to complete a transaction. Any investment would remain subject to due diligence, the negotiation and execution of definitive agreements, and regulatory and other approvals, including from Nasdaq. There is no assurance that a transaction will be completed. If completed, the investment would leave residential storage as a potential longer-term growth option for Cheche Group, alongside its existing auto-insurance and mobility services. Households that already own electric vehicles are also the more natural buyers of rooftop solar and home batteries, which is why an auto-insurance platform would look at the category at all. In high-solar markets where most rooftop systems still have no battery attached, that overlap is why the category is seen as having substantial room to grow. Copyright 2026 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com
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Lukfook Jewellery First Enters the UK Market with Grand Opening of New Shop in Westfield Stratford City, London ACN Newswire

Lukfook Jewellery First Enters the UK Market with Grand Opening of New Shop in Westfield Stratford City, London

HONG KONG, Sept 15, 2026 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Luk Fook Holdings (International) Limited (“Lukfook” or the “Group”) (Stock Code: 0590) is pleased to announce the grand opening of Lukfook Jewellery’s Shop at Westfield Stratford City, London, on 10 September. The grand opening ceremony featured guests of honour including Ms. Joey Ko, Director of the HKTDC for the UK, Nordics & Ireland, Ms. Amy Lowe, Deputy General Manager of Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield Group, Mr. Tony Hurley, Operations and Estate Manager of Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield Group. They were accompanied by Ms. Wong Hau Yeung, Shirley, Executive Director and Chief Operating Officer of Lukfook Group, Mr. Cheung Cheuk Kin, Billy, Senior Business Director of the Group, Mr. Cheung Chi Keung, Darwin, Property Director of the Group, Mr. Ricky Yiu, United Kingdom District Manager of Lukfook Jewellery, and Ms. Evana Wong, Head of Westfield Stratford City Shop to unveil the new shop with all distinguished guests.Mr. Wong Wai Sheung, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Lukfook Group, said, “The Group set a new three-year strategic plan last year with the goal of expanding into three new overseas markets. As a core hub in Europe, the United Kingdom gathers international tourists and local consumers with high purchasing power, offering enormous market potential that serves as a key driver to realise this plan. Looking ahead, the Group will continue to explore potential European markets, refine its regional retail network, capitalise on market opportunities, and further implement its corporate vision of 'Brand of Hong Kong, Sparkling the World’.”Westfield Stratford City is situated in a highly vibrant core neighborhood of London, boasting a prime location that integrates fashion, dining, and social experiences, making it immensely popular among local consumers and tourists alike. The Group believes that, leveraging the shopping center's strong foot traffic advantage, this cooperation will generate significant synergy to showcase Lukfook Jewellery's exquisite craftsmanship and brand appeal to a broader audience of United Kingdom and international consumers.Address:Unit SU2037, Westfield Stratford City, Montfichet Road, Olympic Park, London, E201EJ, United Kingdom Ms. Wong Hau Yeung, Shirley, Executive Director and Chief Operating Officer of Lukfook Group (4th right), Ms. Joey Ko, Director of the HKTDC for the UK, Nordics & Ireland (4th left), Ms. Amy Lowe, Deputy General Manager, Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield Group (3rd right), Mr. Tony Hurley, Operations and Estate Manager of Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield Group (3rd left), Mr. Cheung Cheuk Kin, Billy, Senior Business Director of Lukfook Group (2nd right), Mr. Cheung Chi Keung, Darwin (2nd left), Property Director of the Group, Mr. Ricky Yiu, United Kingdom District Manager of Lukfook Jewellery (1st right) and Ms. Evana Wong, Head of Westfield Stratford City Shop (1st left), officiated the ribbon-cutting ceremonyAbout Luk Fook Holdings (International) Limited (Stock Code: 0590)The Group, founded by a group of experienced jewellery specialists, is one of the leading jewellery retailers in Hong Kong, China and Chinese Mainland. With the first Lukfook Jewellery shop established in North Point, Hong Kong in 1991, it has always been upholding the service motto of “Exquisite Craftsmanship, Quality Services and Customer Orientation”. In May 1997, the Group was listed on the Main Board of the Stock Exchange of Hong Kong Limited. We principally engage in the sourcing, designing, wholesaling, trademark licensing and retailing of a variety of gold and platinum jewellery and gem-set jewellery products. Through multi-brand strategy to cater to the needs of different customers, the Group’s brands, including Lukfook Jewellery, 3DG Jewellery, Heirloom Fortune, Lukfook Joaillerie, Goldstyle, and Love LUKFOOK JEWELLERY, currently have a total of around 2,900 points of sale in 14 countries and regions, crafting the finest jewellery and providing quality services for customers. The Group will continue to identify new business opportunities in the international market and actively pursue further development in China and overseas markets in response to its corporate vision, “Brand of Lukfook, Sparkling the World”.For more information, please visit the official website of Lukfook Group at www.lukfook.com. Copyright 2026 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com
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