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HONG KONG, May 22, 2026 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Everest Medicines announced that its substantial shareholder, CBC Group, purchased 600,500 ordinary shares of the Company on the market from 20 May 2026 to 21 May 2026. The total consideration for the transaction was approximately HK$19.2 million, representing an average purchase price of approximately HK$31.91 per share.The purchase represents a further increase in CBC Group’s shareholding in the Company. Since December 2025, CBC Group and the Directors have cumulatively purchased more than 3.062 million shares of the Company on the market for a total consideration of more than HK$113.8 million in aggregate. Additionally, Mr. Wei Fu, a non-executive Director, the honorary chairman of the Board and a substantial shareholder of the company, increased his holdings of the Company's shares twice on 27 March and 14 May 2026. He purchased 860,000 shares and 660,000 shares respectively, with corresponding transaction amounts of approximately HK$32.7 million and HK$20.7 million. CBC Group and the Directors stated that, based on their firm confidence in the Company’s future prospects and long-term development, and subject to compliance with the applicable laws and regulations, they do not rule out the possibility of further increasing their shareholdings in the Company when appropriate.The increased shareholding comes as CBC Group recently announced a merger agreement with GHO Capital, a leading European healthcare-specialist investment firm. The transaction will be structured as a 50:50 merger of equals and is expected to close in early 2027. Following completion, the combined platform is expected to manage more than US$21 billion in assets, potentially becoming the world’s largest healthcare-focused investment management platform. The combined entity will span North America, Europe, and Asia-Pacific — regions that together account for approximately 90% of global healthcare R&D investment.According to analysts, the merger between CBC Group and GHO Capital is expected to further enhance resource synergy and global expansion capabilities for Everest Medicines. Everest Medicines achieved 142% year-over-year revenue growth in 2025, with core product NEFECON® generating RMB 1.443 billion in sales, representing over 300% year-over-year growth. Under the Company's previously announced 2030 Strategy, Everest Medicines aims to achieve revenue exceeding RMB 15 billion and expand its commercialized product portfolio to more than 20 products by 2030, accelerating its transformation into a global integrated biopharmaceutical company. With the further integration of global resource networks, the Company is expected to accelerate the internationalization of its innovative products and its global commercial footprint. Copyright 2026 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com

HONG KONG, May 21, 2026 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Natural Beauty Bio-Technology Limited ("Natural Beauty"), a renowned dual-listed beauty and skincare group in Asia, together with its subsidiaries (the "Group"; Hong Kong stock code: 00157), is pleased to announce a major milestone in Eastern Media Group’s AI strategy. The Group officially signed a strategic cooperation agreement with Baidu in Beijing on May 19. The two parties will focus on core applications such as AI beauty technology, holistic health, smart marketing, AI skin analysis, digital retail stores, and intelligent services to comprehensively advance the integration of AI across the beauty and broader consumer industry value chain. The signing ceremony was held at Baidu’s Beijing headquarters. where the agreement was signed by Mr. Cheng Chi-chung, Chief Executive Officer of the Group, General Manager of Smart Industry at Baidu Intelligent Cloud, signed the agreement on behalf of each party. Gary Wang, President of Eastern Media Group, and Yuan Foyu, Vice President of Baidu Group, attended and witnessed the event. From left, front row: Cheng Chi-chung, CEO of Natural Beauty; Li Chao, General Manager of Smart Industry at Baidu Intelligent Cloud; Back row: Gary Wang, President of Eastern Media Group; Yuan Foyu, Vice President of Baidu GroupThis collaboration is not only a partnership in AI technology but also represents an important milestone in Eastern Media Group’s ongoing AI transformation. In recent years, Eastern Media Group has continued to drive AI upgrades. Following collaborations with international technology platforms such as AWS and Microsoft, this new partnership with Baidu is set to further expand the Group’s overall presence in the fields of AI, big data, and intelligent services.The Group stated that AI has gradually evolved from a technological tool into a critical engine for corporate upgrading and industrial restructuring. In particular, the beauty industry is rapidly shifting from a traditional product-oriented model to one driven by data and intelligent services, with AI set to become a core competitive advantage in the next phase of industry development. Gary Wang, President of Eastern Media GroupBaidu’s decision to enter into a long-term, in-depth partnership with the Group goes beyond mere technology licensing; it is a strategic move built on Eastern Media Group’s comprehensive industrial ecosystem. Eastern Media Group’s businesses span media, e-commerce, retail, biotech manufacturing, and other diverse sectors, boasting a large member base, a content ecosystem, and a range of consumption scenarios. Meanwhile, Natural Beauty, with 55 years of experience in the Asian beauty industry, operates a fully integrated system covering R&D, production, distribution channels and physical stores.Compared with individual beauty brands, Eastern Media Group possesses more comprehensive data scenarios and stronger industrial transformation capabilities, enabling AI to be applied not only on the consumer side but also across media, retail, manufacturing, and supply chain systems, thereby achieving true industry-wide implementation. The market also views this collaboration as a sign that Baidu is accelerating the large-scale deployment of AI technologies in traditional consumer industries.Under the cooperation agreement, the Group and companies within the Baidu ecosystem will establish a long-term, deeply integrated cooperation framework. The parties will also jointly build an AI Innovation Center and extend AI applications to more industrial sectors in the future.In recent years, the Group has continued to advance its core strategy of “AI Beauty Technology, Holistic Health,” proactively integrating large AI models and data analytics technologies across its entire business value chain. This spans consumer demand insights, product R&D, membership management, store operations, smart marketing, and after-sales services, thereby gradually establishing a data-driven decision-making operating system.Cheng Chi-Chung, Chief Executive Officer of the Group, stated: “The value of AI extends far beyond efficiency gains - it fundamentally redefines how businesses interact with consumers. Natural Beauty is evolving from a traditional beauty brand into a next-generation industrial platform with AI data capabilities, intelligent service capabilities and global operational capacity. With Baidu’s technological support, the Group will transform into an ‘AI data + service’ enterprise.”Yuan Foyu, Vice President of Baidu, commented that stated that Baidu will continue to leverage its capabilities in large AI models, intelligent cloud and data technologies, and work hand in hand with Eastern Media Group to drive the development of smart marketing, intelligent services and data platforms, accelerating the implementation of AI in Eastern Media Group’s real-world industrial scenarios. Yuan Foyu, Vice President of Baidu GroupMoving forward, the two parties will prioritize the development of multiple applications, including AI-powered smart skin analysis, personalized skincare solution generation, AR virtual try-on, AI smart customer service, digital human live streaming, smart stores, intelligent manufacturing and supply chain traceability. They will also jointly build Asia’s most authoritative skin health big database, further enhancing capabilities in product R&D, precision marketing and intelligent services.Gary Wang, President of the Eastern Media Group, expressed his vision: “Looking ahead, we will continue to deepen our smart technology deployment. By collaborating with world-leading AI enterprises, we will accelerate the digital transformation of our media, retail, beauty and holistic health businesses, building a next-generation industrial platform with AI data capabilities, intelligent service expertise and industrial integration capabilities.”About Natural Beauty Bio-Technology Limited (Hong Kong stock code:00157)A China’s leading listed beauty and skincare brand established in 1972, has championed its core philosophy of "Natural Beauty Is True Beauty" for 55 years. Driven by its "AI Technology, Beauty Industry, Holistic Health" integrated strategy, the brand operates a global network of over 2,093 outlets. As a Chinese-origin transnational biotech pioneer, Natural Beauty continues to propel innovation in the cosmetics and skincare sector.Media enquiriesStrategic Financial Relations LimitedMandy GoTel: +852 2864 4812Email: mandy.go@sprg.com.hk Maggie ZhangTel: +852 2114 4903Email: maggie.zhang@sprg.com.hk Website:http://www.sprg.com.hk Copyright 2026 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com

TOKYO, May 21, 2026 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Eisai Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Tokyo, CEO: Haruo Naito, “Eisai”) announced today the presentation of clinical research across its oncology portfolio and pipeline during the 2026 American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) Annual Meeting (#ASCO26), which is taking place in Chicago, Illinois and online from May 29 to June 2.Notable data include findings from a real-world evidence analysis comparing first-line lenvatinib (LENVIMA®), the orally available multiple receptor tyrosine kinase inhibitor (TKI) discovered by Eisai, versus dabrafenib (BRAF inhibitor) plus trametinib (MEK inhibitor) in patients with BRAF-mutated differentiated thyroid cancer (DTC). The poster presentation will share insights from real-world clinical practice to inform treatment considerations for patients with this molecularly defined subset of DTC (Abstract #6052). Currently, lenvatinib is recommended as a preferred Category 1 systemic therapy regimen for the treatment of progressive, radioactive iodine-refractory DTC in the National Comprehensive Cancer Network® (NCCN®)*1 Clinical Practice Guidelines in Oncology (NCCN Guidelines®) for Thyroid Carcinoma.An additional poster presentation will feature an analysis from the pivotal Phase 3 CLEAR study evaluating efficacy outcomes by patterns of progression in patients with advanced renal cell carcinoma (RCC) who received lenvatinib plus pembrolizumab (KEYTRUDA®*2) MSD’s (Merck & Co., Inc., Rahway, NJ, USA) anti-PD-1 therapy, versus sunitinib (multiple receptor TKI) in the first-line setting. These findings build on the body of evidence supporting the established role of lenvatinib plus pembrolizumab in the first-line treatment setting for patients with advanced RCC (NCT02811861; Abstract #4527). Lenvatinib incombination with pembrolizumab is recommended as a preferred Category 1 first-line systemic therapy regimen for the treatment of patients with advanced clear cell RCC and a preferred Category 2A systemic therapy regimen for the treatment of patients with advanced non-clear cell RCC in the NCCN Guidelines® for Kidney Cancer."Lenvatinib continues to play an important role in the treatment of some of the most difficult-to-treat cancers, supported by more than a decade of clinical and real-world evidence," said Dr. Corina Dutcus, Senior Vice President, Oncology Global Clinical Development Lead at Eisai Inc. "At ASCO 2026, Eisai is presenting new research that reinforces this foundation and deepens the clinical evidence for lenvatinib across its established indications, giving healthcare providers valuable information to help them care for their patients. This work, alongside our ongoing pipeline research, reflects Eisai's dedication to providing support for the communities we serve as part of our human health care concept."Additional research from Eisai’s pipeline includes an online publication highlighting analyses from Phase1 trials evaluating E7386*3, a CREB-binding protein (CBP)/β-catenin interaction inhibitor, to inform cardiac safety assessments in early-stage oncology development (Abstract #e24005).This release discusses investigational compounds and investigational uses for FDA-approved products. It is not intended to convey conclusions about efficacy and safety. There is no guarantee that any investigational compounds or investigational uses of FDA-approved products will successfully complete clinical development or gain FDA approval.The full list of Eisai presentations is included below. These abstracts will be made available via the ASCO website on Thursday, May 21, 2026, at 5:00 PM EDTThe following presentations represent studies including lenvatinib treatment sponsored by MSD.In March 2018, Eisai and MSD, through an affiliate, entered into a strategic collaboration for the worldwide co-development and co-commercialization of lenvatinib, both as monotherapy and in combination with MSD’s anti-PD-1 therapy, pembrolizumab. KEYTRUDA plus LENVIMA is approved in the U.S., the EU, Japan and other countries for the treatment of advanced RCC and certain types of advanced endometrial carcinoma. Lenvatinib is approved as KISPLYX® for advanced RCC in the EU.The following presentation includes a study on taletrectinib treatment sponsored by Nuvation Bio Inc.(Corporate Headquarters: New York, “Nuvation Bio”).In January 2026, we acquired from Nuvation Bio the exclusive rights to develop, obtain regulatory approval for, and commercialize taletrectinib, next-generation ROS1 inhibitor for the treatment of ROS1-positivenon-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) in Europe, the Middle East, North Africa, Russia, Turkey, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Singapore, the Philippines, Indonesia, Thailand, Malaysia, Vietnam, and India. Following the submission of a marketing authorization application (MAA) to the European Medicines Agency (EMA) in March 2026, which was validated and accepted for full approval consideration with a standard review timeline, additional filings are planned for the U.K., Canada and other regions included in Eisai’s licensed territories.The following presentation includes a study on serplulimab treatment sponsored by Shanghai Henlius Biotech, Inc. (Headquarters: Shanghai, “Henlius”).In February 2026, we acquired from Henlius the exclusive rights to commercialize serplulimab, a novelanti-PD-1 monoclonal antibody in Japan. In Japan, Henlius is currently conducting a Phase II bridging clinical trial for extensive-stage small cell lung cancer (ES-SCLC), and plans to submit an application for fiscal year 2026 based on the results of this trial as well as the Phase III clinical trial data that supported approvals for this indication in China and Europe.Media Inquiries:Public Relations Department,Eisai Co., Ltd.+81-(0)3-3817-51201. Eisai’s Focus on CancerEisai positions Oncology as one of its key strategic areas, and aims to contribute to the cure of cancers through the discovery of innovative new drugs with new targets and mechanisms of action under the Deep Human Biology Learning (DHBL) drug discovery and development organization. By utilizing biomarker data obtained from our products to elucidate the mechanisms of the incidence and root causes of cancer, as well as drug resistance, and using Eisai Group's precision chemistry technology to turn undruggable intracellular therapeutic targets into druggable ones, we will create new backbone therapeutic drugs.*1 NCCN makes no warranties of any kind whatsoever regarding their content, use or application and disclaims any responsibility for their application or use in any way.*2 KEYTRUDA® is a registered trademark of Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC., a subsidiary of Merck & Co., Inc., Rahway,NJ, USA.*3 E7386 is created through collaboration research between Eisai and PRISM BioLab Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Kanagawa). Copyright 2026 JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.jcnnewswire.com

TOKYO, Japan, May 21, 2026 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Honda Motor Co., Ltd. (Honda) will begin sales in Japan tomorrow (April 22, 2026) of the Honda Super-ONE, a new compact EV model.Under the grand concept defined as “e: Dash BOOSTER,” the Super-ONE was developed as a compact EV designed to transform everyday mobility into an exciting and uplifting experience. Based on the Honda N-ONE e:, the Super-ONE is built with a dedicated chassis with a vehicle width that is wider than N-ONE e:, and adopts a variety of features that make the in-vehicle experience more enjoyable for customers. All-new Super-ONEThe name “Super-ONE” represents the aspiration of Honda to create a vehicle that transcends conventional norms for EVs and standards of mini-vehicles (“super”) and delivers customer value unique only to Honda (“one and only”).In addition to excellent environmental performance and everyday usability, the Super-ONE will deliver an exciting and uplifting driving experience by combining the “joy of driving” enabled by the sporty driving characteristics unique to compact EVs, with sensory experiences that stimulate all of the driver’s senses, including visual and auditory senses.Honda is now adding the Super-ONE as a model with enhanced value derived from its “fun” characteristics to its EV lineup that includes the N-VAN e: commercial-use mini-EV, the N-ONE e: mini-EV, and the all-new Insight crossover passenger EV. Moreover, Honda will continue to expand its EV lineup in line with the needs of the customers in Japan, including the scheduled launch of an EV variation of the popular N-BOX in 2028. Key features of the Super-ONEDesignAs key feature of the exterior design, the blister fenders encasing the wide tires emphasize a low and wide stance, expressing a sense of dynamic driving. Moreover, the aerodynamic design developed exclusively for this model, inducing front and rear air ducts, combines practical features that support excellent driving performance, with functional beauty.For the interior, the sports seats designed exclusively for this model feature the asymmetric layout of blue surface material, adding a sense of playfulness, and the horizontal orientation of the instrument panel realizes a clear field of vision which will enable the driver to focus more on driving.PackagingBased on the N-ONE e: platform, which realized a surprisingly spacious cabin that defies its compact exterior, the tread was widened by 10 mm, resulting in further enhanced handling performance. The Super-ONE inherits the dive-down and tip-up mechanism of rear seats from the N Series, delivering both the spatial value of the vehicle and fun driving experience at a high level. Dynamics Featuring a lightest-in-class*1 vehicle weight of 1,090 kg, a wide tread of 1,345 mm and wide, large-diameter tires, the Super-ONE achieves excellent handling with high stability even during cornering and at high-speed driving. In addition, five drive modes — ECON, CITY, NORMAL, SPORT, and BOOST — are available, enabling the driver to select according to their preference. In the CITY mode, the driver can use the Single Pedal Control (One-pedal Driving)*2 function which enables the driver to accelerate, decelerate and even bring the vehicle to a complete stop using only the accelerator pedal.*1 Honda internal research as of May 2026.*2 The Single Pedal Control (also known as One-pedal Driving) is a driver-assistive function; therefore, there is a limit to the capability of the system. Please do not overestimate the capabilities of the system and drive safely while paying constant attention to your surroundings and using brake pedal as needed.Power unit The adoption of a compact e-Axle and a slim, high-capacity battery enhances the spatial value of the Super-ONE. The BOOST Mode developed exclusively for this model increases the maximum power output from 47kW of the NORMAL Modes to 70kW to enable the power unit to fully unleash its performance potential to realize powerful and sharp acceleration.Moreover, by synchronizing the simulated 7-speed transmission that reproduces the gearshift feel of a traditional multi-gear transmission and the Active Sound Control system that produces and plays a powerful, “virtual” engine sound inside the cabin in accordance with driver input through the accelerator, the Super-ONE enables the driver to enjoy the feeling as if driving an engine-powered sporty vehicle, while offering the advantage of an EV. In addition to enhanced output and sound effects, visual excitement is also created through LED instrument panel line illumination on the front passenger side and a triple-meter display that changes from blue to purple when BOOST Mode is activated.The Super-ONE realizes a range per charge of 274 km (170 miles)*3 in WLTC mode*4, and a charging time of approximately 4.5 hours*5 with regular charging and approximately 30 minutes*6 with fast charging, reducing the stress of waiting for a charge.Furthermore, with the use of the Honda Power Supply Connector*7, an external AC power output device, the Super-ONE can output electricity of up to 1,500W, which can be utilized to use electric appliances away from home and/or as a backup power source in case of emergency.*3 The range per charge is measured under the specified test conditions. The range may vary significantly depending on the usage environment (weather, traffic congestion, etc.) and driving style (sudden acceleration, use of air conditioning, etc.) of each customer.*4 WLTC (Worldwide harmonized Light vehicle Test Cycles) mode is an internationally standardized driving mode consisting of city, suburban and highway driving modes, with time allocated according to average use time.*5 Approximate time it takes to fully charge the battery from the time the low charge warning light comes on using a standard charger with output of more than 6kW.*6 Approximate time it takes to charge the battery to 80% from the time the low charge warning light comes on using a fast charger with output of more than 50kW (The charging time may be longer especially in summer and winter).*7 Dealer optionOther featuresThe Super-ONE became the first Honda compact model in Japan to be equipped with the Bose*3 Premium Sound System as standard equipment. The system was developed jointly with BOSE Corporation, adopting the Bose original Dynamic Speed Compensation technology. The system includes eight speakers including a 13.1-liter high-capacity subwoofer installed in the cargo area and delivers well-balanced and high-quality sounds – from powerful deep bass to clear highs – and delivers an immersive audio experience.Moreover, the Super-ONE is equipped with a 9-inch Honda CONNECT display with Google*9 as standard equipment. In addition to supporting a wide range of services offered through Honda Total Care Premium, the system enables seamless use of a variety of applications, including Google Maps*9, between the Super-ONE and the user’s smartphone.*8 Bose is a trademark of Bose Corporation based in the U.S.*9 Google, Google Maps, Google Play and other marks are trademarks of Google LLCHonda SENSING*10(standard equipment)List of Honda SENSING functions available for the all-new Insight1) Collision Mitigation Braking System (CMBS)2) Lead Car Departure Notification System3) Pedestrian Collision Mitigation Steering System4) Road Departure Mitigation (RDM) System5) Traffic Sign Recognition6) Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low Speed Follow7) Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS)8) Traffic Jam Assist9) Auto High Beam Headlights10) Collision Mitigation Throttle Control*1111) Rear Collision Mitigation Throttle Control*1112) Low Speed Brake Function*1113) Unintended Acceleration Mitigation*1214) Parking Sensor System*10 Honda SENSING functions are intended to assist the driver: therefore, there is a limit to the capabilities (e.g. recognition capability and control capability) of the individual functions of Honda SENSING. Please do not overestimate the capabilities of any Honda SENSING function and drive safely while paying constant attention to your surroundings.For more information about Honda SENSING, please visit the Honda website: https://global.honda/en/tech/Safety_and_driver-assistive_technologies_Honda_SENSING/*11 The three functions – Collision Mitigation Throttle Control, Rear Collision Mitigation Throttle Control and Low Speed Brake Function – are collectively called Low Speed Braking Control.*12 The factory default setting for the function is off. Turning on this function requires a separate setting using special equipment available at Honda dealers. A separate setup fee (dealer option) is required.Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) in JapanModelDriveMax # of occupantsPrice including 10% consumption taxSuper-ONEFF43,390,200 yen* The above prices are manufacturer's suggested retail prices (including 10% consumption tax) and are for reference only.* Sales prices are determined independently by each sales company.* Prices do not include insurance premium, taxes (excluding consumption tax) and cost related to vehicle registrations.* Based on the automobile recycling law, a separate recycling charge will be necessary. Please contact the sales company for more details.* The recycling charge includes a recycling deposit and fund management cost.Body colors Boost Violet Pearl (Honda original new color) *1Platinum White Pearl *1Charge Yellow *1Luminous Gray *1Crystal Black PearlBoost Violet Pearl & Black (Two-tone color) *2Platinum White Pearl & Black (Two-tone color) *2Charge Yellow & Black (Two-tone color) *2Luminous Gray & Black (Two-tone color) *2*1 There is an additional charge of 33,000 yen (30,000 yen excluding 10% consumption tax) *2 There is an additional charge of 104,500 yen (95,000 yen excluding 10% consumption tax) Copyright 2026 JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.jcnnewswire.com

SAN DIEGO, May 21, 2026 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) flew its MQ-9B Remotely Piloted Aircraft for the first time with Airborne Early Warning (AEW) pods. The much-anticipated AEW capability is being provided through a partnership with Saab. Once the AEW sensor, named LoyalEye, is made available to MQ-9B operators and new customers, it will deliver persistent and cost-effective air surveillance capabilities in regions where it is currently unavailable.GA-ASI conducted a validation flight of MQ-9B using AEW radar pods on May 19 from GA-ASI's Desert Horizon flight operations facility in Southern California using a company-owned aircraft. The flight signaled the first step in a development process that is expected to take several months and culminate with a full-capability demonstration later this year.GA-ASI and Saab announced their partnership last year with the intention of bringing AEW capability to the MQ-9B platform.MQ-9B models include the SkyGuardian® and SeaGuardian®, the United Kingdom's MQ-9B variant known as Protector, and the new MQ-9B STOL (Short Takeoff and Landing) configuration currently in development for naval aircraft carriers."AEW for MQ-9B will offer critical aloft sensing to defend against tactical air munitions, guided missiles, drones, fighter and bomber aircraft, and other threats. Operational availability for a medium-altitude, long-endurance UAS is the highest of any military aircraft, and as an unmanned platform, its aircrews are not put into harm's way," said GA-ASI President David R. Alexander."This partnership integrates MQ-9B with LoyalEye, equipping operators with vital information for critical decision-making. LoyalEye extends the capabilities of manned systems, and it offers persistent surveillance and greater operational flexibility. This enhances situational awareness and boosts mission success," said Carl-Johan Bergholm, Senior Vice President and Head of Business Area Surveillance at Saab.GA-ASI and Saab's AEW offering will span a wide range of applications, including early detection and warning, long-range detection and tracking, and simultaneous target tracking and flexible system integration - all over line-of-sight and SATCOM connectivity.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®, and MQ-9B SkyGuardian®/SeaGuardian®. 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.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

MONTREAL, QUEBEC, May 21, 2026 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - A beverage expert spent six months collecting and assessing energy drinks from all six continents to create the world's first objective global ranking of the category. But during the process, an unexpected discovery emerged: depending on the continent, energy drinks are fundamentally different products.WORLDWIDE COLLECTION & ASSESSMENTPat Eckert, an internationally recognised German beverage professional and certified water sommelier, realised that nobody had ever created an objective global ranking of energy drinks. This was despite energy drinks being one of the world's largest and most discussed beverage categories, while cars, phones, wines, films, and many other consumer sectors already have serious worldwide rankings.So over roughly half a year, he and his team collected energy drinks from all six inhabited continents and assessed each one using the same professional 36-criteria framework, focused on measurable product quality, ingredients, transparency, and formulation standards. Top-performing products were submitted for laboratory testing and analytical verification. This became the Six Continents Index - built to be professional, rigorous, and objective.The original goal was simple: to identify which brands objectively perform best worldwide.However, during the assessment, another finding emerged almost accidentally: energy drinks are not really the same category across continents. Different regions follow very different product philosophies - from Europe's strong focus on pasteurisation, to Asia's preference for real sugar, to North America's heavy reliance on artificial formulations, sweeteners and preservatives.So the project ultimately became both the world's first objective global energy drink ranking and a snapshot of how differently the category is formulated around the world.THE SHOCK FINDINGS· Europe goes natural. South America goes artificial. 85.7% of European energy drinks were pasteurised, compared with 12% in North America and under 1% in South America.· Asia still uses real sugar. North America barely does. In Asia, 78.9% of energy drinks used real sugar. In North America: just 8%. They are effectively drinking a different product.· North America runs on sweeteners. The rest of the world mostly does not. 84% of North American energy drinks relied entirely on artificial sweeteners. In Europe: just 4.2%. In Asia, Australia, South America, and Africa: almost none.· Australia vitaminizes. North America simplifies. Australian drinks averaged 4.2 vitamins per product, compared with just 2.9 in North America.· Aspartame is still used worldwide, especially in Africa Aspartame (classified by WHO/IARC as "possibly carcinogenic to humans" (Group 2B)), was used in 10.5% of products worldwide, with 43% of those aspartame-containing products found in Africa.· BPA-free labelling was almost invisible worldwide. Only 1.4% of the global sample clearly carried BPA-free labelling.· North America - the world's largest energy drink market by revenue - ranked last overall among the six continents.Europe pasteurises. North America sweetens artificially. Asia uses real sugar. Australia vitaminizes. Same category, completely different product philosophies.GLOBAL BRAND NOTESAmong the many brands assessed across six continents, two stood out for reasons beyond the ranking. Red Bull was the only energy drink brand found in virtually every market assessed worldwide, while Japan's Lipovitan-D was the oldest brand in the study, having been on the market since 1962.HIGHEST-SCORING PRODUCTSAt the continental level, Europe achieved the highest overall score in the index. Australia & Oceania ranked second, followed by Asia in third place.At brand level, HELL Energy from Hungary achieved the highest overall score for objective product quality in the index. Second place went to 28 BLACK from Germany, followed by TAKE OFF, also from Germany.FULL FINDINGSFurther findings, methodology, and background information are available on request at www.sixcontinentsindex.comABOUT THE PROJECTThe Six Continents Index was led by Pat Eckert and his team. Eckert is a German certified water sommelier and independent beverage expert whose previous work has been featured by The Guardian, ABC News, The Telegraph, L'Express, Der Spiegel, and the BBC.Assessed brands were not notified in advance, did not apply, and had no involvement in the evaluation. No paid participation, sponsorship, or commercial influence played any role.MEDIA CONTACTBrand: Fine LiquidsContact: Pat EckertWebsite: https://sixcontinentsindex.com Copyright 2026 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com

SHENZHEN, May 21, 2026 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - May 20, 2026, OneRobotics (6600.HK), a leading embodied AI robotics company listed on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange, announced the launch of its proprietary World Action Model, OneModel 1.7 FrontoStria-RL. The model is designed for real-world deployment in home and service robots, serving as OneRobotics’ core model foundation for advancing the large-scale implementation of embodied AI.On LIBERO, a standard benchmark for embodied AI, OneModel 1.7 achieved an average success rate of 99%, outperforming leading open models including π0.5, GR00T-N1.5 and OpenVLA-OFT, according to the company. In real-robot deployment, the model reached a 99% success rate on daily manipulation tasks and a 97% success rate on high-precision tasks, the company said.Built on OneRobotics’ self-developed RL-Latent World Action Model architecture, or RL-LWAM, OneModel 1.7 integrates three core modules: a World Model for generalization across diverse environments, the Understand Expert for task comprehension and skill scheduling, and the Action Expert for precise execution. These modules are implicitly connected through Predictive Policy Latent, an implicit mechanism designed to link high-level world understanding with low-level action policies without relying on explicit intermediate images or coordinate transfers.The model is designed to address key challenges in home robotics, where robots must operate in unstructured environments, handle unfamiliar objects, adapt to changing layouts and lighting conditions, and complete multi-stage physical tasks with precision. In real-world testing, OneModel 1.7 was applied to tasks including laundry handling, clothes folding, dishwasher operation, conveyor-belt picking, test-tube handling, cup stacking and coffee-bean pouring. It was also validated in a human-robot table tennis rally scenario, demonstrating responsiveness in high-dynamic interaction tasks.The launch comes as OneRobotics accelerates the real-world deployment of embodied AI. The company recently secured a RMB45 million municipal contract in Shenzhen to build an embodied AI data infrastructure center, which will support hardware testing, large-scale data collection and model validation in real-world environments. The project is expected to strengthen OneRobotics’ data closed-loop capabilities for embodied AI model training, algorithm validation and application incubation.OneRobotics has also attracted growing international attention. Japan’s public broadcaster NHK recently conducted a feature interview with the company, focusing on its technical roadmap, product capabilities and commercialization progress in embodied home robotics. During the interview, OneRobotics’ onero H1 demonstrated autonomous task execution in a real home environment, showcasing the company’s progress in bringing embodied AI from laboratory research into everyday household applications.OneModel 1.7 is part of OneRobotics’ broader “One Brain, Multiple Embodiments” strategy in which a single AI model architecture is deployed across different robotic form factors, under which the company aims to reuse and continuously improve core AI capabilities across different robotic forms and application scenarios. OneRobotics’ product portfolio spans home services, sports and wellness, and intelligent companionship, with products available in more than 90 countries and regions.OneRobotics said that as embodied AI moves into the real world, progress will depend not only on larger model parameters or isolated demonstrations, but on model systems that can combine generalized understanding, precise execution and continuous evolution. OneModel 1.7 FrontoStria-RL represents a key step in this direction, supporting the company’s continued model iteration across real home and service scenarios and helping robots become more adaptive, evolvable and reliably useful over time.About OneRoboticsOneRobotics (Shenzhen) Co., Ltd. (6600.HK) is a globally leading AI embodied home robotics company, committed to building an embodied intelligence ecosystem for home scenarios, guided by its core technological philosophy of "One Brain, Multiple Embodiments". Centering on its proprietary AI brain "OneModel", the company focuses on embodied AI technologies for home scenarios and develops robotic products across home services, sports and wellness, and intelligent companionship. In 2025, OneRobotics recorded revenue of RMB 900 million, representing a year-on-year increase of 47.7%, with overseas revenue accounting for more than 95% of total revenue. The company has accumulated more than 3.6 million registered users globally and was officially included in the Southbound Stock Connect program in March 2026.For more information about OneModel, including detailed architecture analysis and benchmark results, please visit OneRobotics’ official website at http://www.onerobot.com/OneModel. Copyright 2026 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com

KAWASAKI, Japan, May 21, 2026 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Fujitsu Limited announced today that it has begun building a Carbon Footprint of Products (CFP) calculation platform across the Panasonic Group. This was achieved by introducing Fujitsu's "Sustainability Value Accelerator" [1] CFP calculation solution to Panasonic Digital Co., Ltd., an IT business company of the Panasonic Group. Fujitsu will provide continuous support for the implementation and application of this platform by Panasonic Digital across the Panasonic Group until its full-scale operation is scheduled to begin in April 2027.This platform will promote the efficiency and standardization of various CFP calculation tasks across the Panasonic Group. Furthermore, by establishing a mechanism that can flexibly adapt to an increasing number of products and changes in regulations, it will support the decarbonization of the entire supply chain and contribute to accelerating sustainability management.Background In recent years, the manufacturing industry has faced strong demands to reduce its environmental impact across the entire product lifecycle. Concurrently, the increasing need for information disclosure driven by evolving social conditions and the growing burden of CFP calculation operations due to the rising number of products have become urgent challenges. Within the Panasonic Group, where multiple affiliated companies perform CFP calculations, the importance of centralizing and managing data tailored to each company's business model has increased. To address the anticipated growth in product numbers and ongoing changes in domestic and international regulations, establishing a standardized CFP calculation process and a mechanism to enhance operational efficiency had become indispensable.Against this backdrop, Panasonic Digital adopted Fujitsu's "Sustainability Value Accelerator" offering. This offering, developed under Fujitsu's "Uvance" business model, ensures data traceability across companies and industries and supports the realization of a circular economy. In collaboration with Fujitsu, Panasonic Digital has begun building a platform to support CFP calculation across the Panasonic Group.Features of the platformThis platform leverages technical expertise Fujitsu has cultivated through its collaboration in the Partnership for Carbon Transparency (PACT), an initiative hosted by the World Business Council for Sustainable Development (WBCSD) [2] . It is equipped with functions that rapidly identify and incorporate domestic and international regulatory trends, ensuring compliance with industry standards.1. High interoperability and scalability compliant with industry standardsFujitsu's CFP calculation solution includes external system integration capabilities that conform to the global standard interfaces defined by WBCSD and PACT. This allows for smooth data linkage between different systems without the need for extensive modifications. Furthermore, customers can flexibly customize input fields themselves, providing high scalability and customizability.2. Efficient integration with existing systems and optimized operationsThe platform supports efficient integration with the Panasonic Group's existing systems, addressing the specific functional requirements of each group company. Furthermore, by providing consistent support from the introduction of the CFP calculation solution through its operation and maintenance, Fujitsu will enable the standardization and holistic optimization of the group's CFP calculation processes, thereby contributing to increased operational efficiency.3. Support for environmental information disclosure utilizing CFP dataThe platform efficiently collects and stores CFP data across the entire supply chain. It supports the calculation and aggregation of CO2 emissions, visualization of environmental impact data, and the generation of reports and certificates. This functionality enables flexible traceability management that adapts to growing product numbers and evolving regulatory changes, thereby contributing to comprehensive environmental information disclosure.Moving forward, under its "Uvance" business model, which originates from addressing societal challenges, Fujitsu aims to achieve cross-industry and cross-company value chain traceability. Through this, it will balance business growth with solving societal challenges, thereby advancing sustainability management.About the "Sustainability Value Accelerator"Through the "Sustainability Value Accelerator," Fujitsu goes beyond mere CFP calculations to aggregate and leverage information across a company's entire value chain, enabling accurate disclosure that adapts to evolving legal regulations and market demands. This allows customers to streamline the costs associated with complying with increasingly complex environmental regulations and to formulate and implement sustainable business strategies that directly enhance corporate value.Furthermore, by transforming environmental initiatives into new revenue opportunities for companies, this solution helps dramatically enhance competitive advantage and business growth in the marketplace.Furthermore, Fujitsu will apply cutting-edge technologies such as AI and Materials Informatics (MI) to the “Sustainability Value Accelerator,” accelerating the transition to resource-circulating businesses based on customer data. This will support product development that efficiently utilizes alternative materials with low environmental impact and recyclable materials. Additionally, through advanced data analysis, Fujitsu will create new marketplaces and contribute to the efficiency of the entire value chain.[1] Sustainability Value Accelerator: An offering that collects verifiable traceability data across companies and industries, aiming to enhance value chain transparency, optimize processes holistically, and support the creation of new business models.[2] World Business Council for Sustainable Development (WBCSD): An organization led by CEOs from approximately 200 global companies, dedicated to achieving a sustainable society through business activities. Fujitsu holds a board position.Fujitsu's Commitment to the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)The Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) adopted by the United Nations in 2015 represent a set of common goals to be achieved worldwide by 2030.Fujitsu's purpose - "to make the world more sustainable by building trust in society through innovation" - is a promise to contribute to the vision of a better future empowered by the SDGs.About FujitsuFujitsu's purpose is to make the world more sustainable by building trust in society through innovation. As the digital transformation partner of choice for customers around the globe, our 100,000 employees work to resolve some of the greatest challenges facing humanity. Our range of services and solutions draw on five key technologies: AI, Computing, Networks, Data & Security, and Converging Technologies, which we bring together to deliver sustainability transformation. Fujitsu Limited (TSE:6702) reported consolidated revenues of 3.5 trillion yen (US$23 billion) for the fiscal year ended March 31, 2026 and remains the top digital services company in Japan by market share. Find out more: global.fujitsuPress ContactsFujitsu LimitedPublic, Investor and Analyst Relations DivisionInquiries Copyright 2026 JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.jcnnewswire.com

TAIPEI, TAIWAN, May 21, 2026 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Sharp Corporation will launch Poketomo, a Conversational AI character, on July 1 in Taiwan. This marks its first launch outside of Japan market.Poketomo is a conversational AI character that stays close to "you", empathizing with your feelings-whether you're having fun, feeling happy, or feeling lonely-and offering a comforting presence and someone to talk to. Since its debut in December 2025, it has been welcomed by many customers and has engaged in countless conversations.The Taiwan version (*1) of Poketomo supports conversations in Traditional Chinese. Both the Poketomo robot and smartphone app will be introduced as in Japan. The robot is palm-sized, measuring approximately 12 cm in height and weighing approximately 194g. It enables expressive communication through gestures and motions, as well as a rainbow-colored light on its belly. By linking with the app, conversations and memories continue seamlessly, helping Poketomo deepen its relationship with "you" over time.Sharp has also launched official Taiwan Traditional Chinese social media accounts on Instagram and Threads. These channels will share a serialized comic depicting everyday moments of life with Poketomo, as well as videos that illustrate how customers might interact with Poketomo in daily life.Today, May 20, Sharp held an unveiling event at Denwell Taipei (Taipei, Taiwan). Starting today, pre-orders are being accepted on a rolling basis at physical retail locations in Taiwan-including mobile device retailers and consumer electronics stores-as well as through various e-commerce sites (*2).Highlights from the unveiling eventVenue: Denwell Taipei (Taipei, Taiwan)Main FeaturesPoketomo launches in Taiwan, a first outside JapanInheriting core features and concept with Traditional Chinese language supportPre-orders start from May 20 via retail stores and e-commerce sites in TaiwanSeries NameProduct NameModel NumberPriceConversational AI Character Poketomolocal name: 口袋同萌Meerkat-Inspired CharacterCompanion robotSR-C01TW-WOpen pricingSmartphone app―NT$128/monthPoketomo RobotOptional AccessoriesAbout SharpFor more than 110 years, Sharp Corporation has been developing pioneering, world‑first and industry-first products and technologies primarily in electronics. Based on its business creed "Sincerity and Creativity" the company has established its corporate slogan "In step with your future." and aims to create New Cultures through innovative products and services in every aspect of how people live and work.For more information, please visit: https://global.sharp/ Copyright 2026 JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.jcnnewswire.com

BRISBANE, AUS, May 21, 2026 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Hitachi Energy has successfully delivered and is now supporting the Ulinda Park battery energy storage system (BESS) in Queensland, Australia, through the supply of power converters and a new HMAX Energy(*1) service agreement. Developed and operated by Akaysha Energy(*2), the 155 megawatt (MW) / 298 MWh project is designed to support grid stability, firm renewable generation, and participate in Australia’s National Electricity Market(NEM), including Frequency Control Ancillary Services (FCAS).(*1) About HMAX Energy(*2) About Akaysha EnergyThe coming decades will place new demands on the global electricity system, as power becomes the foundation for economic growth, AI, digitalization, and the clean energy transition. As Australia’s grid evolves to integrate renewable energy at scale, maintaining long-term reliability has become a key constraint on system growth. Located in Queensland’s Western Downs region, Ulinda Park operates in one of Australia’s most demanding electricity environments. As the energy system becomes more dynamic and decentralized, maintaining availability, fast response, and regulatory compliance throughout the full lifecycle is critical.With proven expertise gained from some of the world's most challenging BESS deployments, Hitachi Energy first delivered a complete technical solution for Ulinda Park: power conversion, control technology, factory testing, commissioning, and regulatory integration support required to enable successful entry into the NEM.To sustain performance and reliability, Akaysha Energy entered into a 20-year long-term service agreement (LTSA) with Hitachi Energy. Delivered as part of the HMAX Energy suite, including IoT (Internet of Things) connectivity across assets, the agreement future-proofs Ulinda Park into a software-enabled, performance-managed system that contributes to the stability and reliability of Queensland’s electricity system.Through these type of service agreements, Hitachi Energy enables customers to plan, predict, and prevent operational disruptions by combining long-term planning with continuous monitoring, predictive insights, and preventive maintenance, supported by 24/7 remote and on-site expertise. As AI becomes more integrated with physical assets, it also becomes part of the service offering.The agreement also establishes clear accountability for performance and availability across the full asset lifecycle. AI-enabled support solutions strengthen the ability to predict potential issues before they occur, helping to ensure reliable market participation and regulatory compliance, while maintaining the safe and stable operation of one of Queensland’s largest battery energy storage systems.“As Australia accelerates renewables integration, reliability, predictability, and scale become critical differentiators for power conversion solutions. The country’s energy profile and mix of resources uniquely demonstrates what a digitally-enabled, distributed grid can achieve. Hitachi Energy is proud to play a key role in Ulinda Park operations so the assets can operate safely, meet market and regulatory demands, and deliver the fast response for now and for the future,” added Massimo Danieli, CEO, Grid Automation, Hitachi Energy.“The future energy system will be built on asset intelligence,” said Wolf Mueller, CEO, Service, Hitachi Energy. “Battery storage projects like Ulinda Park show the powerful combination of deep technology expertise, advanced digital skills and long-term service partnerships - supporting customers throughout the lifecycle of their assets.”“Ulinda Park is now delivering fast frequency response and energy shifting in the National Electricity Market, improving system stability and giving us the flexibility to respond to market signals,” said Feri Hamori, Chief Operating Officer, Akaysha Energy. “With a standardized platform in place and a strong services solution, we are well-positioned to build on this performance as our footprint expands”.What is HMAX Energy? The electrification of many industries and the rise of new power-intensive sectors are accelerating the need to expand and modernize the power grid. In most countries, the grid infrastructure has already exceeded its expected lifetime and was not designed to meet today’s demands. Increasing the availability and extending the lifetime of existing assets has never been more critical, making partnerships more important than ever.HMAX Energy is Hitachi's AI-powered suite of services and solutions – designed to safeguard critical energy infrastructure while enabling operational efficiency. Delivered through trusted customer partnerships, HMAX Energy optimizes planning, prediction, and prevention – strengthening energy security and resilience. At its core, HMAX Energy enables asset intelligence - laying the foundation for a Physical AI future.About Hitachi EnergyHitachi Energy is a global leader in electrification, powering the electricity era to meet the energy demands of today, and the next 25 years. As the energy arm of Hitachi Group, over three billion people depend on our pioneering, mission-critical technologies to power their daily lives. With over a century of innovation, we are addressing the most urgent energy challenge of our time: driving the evolution of the world’s energy system to ensure abundant, secure, affordable, and sustainable power for today’s generation and the next. With an unparalleled installed base in over 140 countries, we are the grid ecosystem partner across the utility, industry, data center, and transportation sectors. Headquartered in Switzerland, we employ over 56,000 people in 60 countries and generate revenues of around $20 billion USD.https://www.hitachienergy.comhttps://www.linkedin.com/company/hitachienergyhttps://x.com/HitachiEnergyAbout Hitachi, Ltd.Through its Social Innovation Business (SIB) that brings together IT, OT(Operational Technology) and products, Hitachi aims to be a global leader in continuously transforming social infrastructure through digital, contributing to a harmonized society where the environment, wellbeing, and economic growth are in balance. Hitachi operates worldwide across four sectors – Digital Systems & Services, Energy, Mobility, and Connective Industries – as well as a Strategic SIB Business Unit focused on new growth areas. With Lumada at its core, Hitachi creates value by combining data, technology and domain knowledge to solve customer and social challenges. Revenues for FY2025 (ended March 31, 2026) totaled 10,586.7 billion yen, with 606 consolidated subsidiaries and approximately 290,000 employees worldwide. Visit us at www.hitachi.com. Copyright 2026 JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.jcnnewswire.com

KUALA LUMPUR, May 21, 2026 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - The PropertyGuru Asia Awards Malaysia with iProperty is making its final call for submissions ahead of the 29 May 2026 deadline, with an expanded lineup of categories that mirrors a market evolving well beyond its traditional strengths.The 13th PropertyGuru Asia Awards Malaysia with iProperty is proud to welcome Lim Soh & Goonting Advocates & Solicitors as the Lead Legal Advisor for the Awards. Submission of entries is open until 29 May.This year, the 13th PropertyGuru Asia Awards Malaysia with iProperty is proud to welcome Lim Soh & Goonting Advocates & Solicitors as the Lead Legal Advisor for the Awards.As an integral part of the prestigious PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards series, which recognises achievers across diverse Asia-Pacific markets, the 2026 PropertyGuru Asia Awards Malaysia with iProperty will set the highest benchmarks for outstanding achievement in residential, commercial, township, design, and ESG-driven developments.Vic Sithasanan, Managing Director, PropertyGuru Malaysia and iProperty Malaysia; and Jules Kay, Managing Director, PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards and EventsLim Soh & Goonting’s support underscores the importance of legal and advisory excellence in an increasingly complex real estate environment that puts governance, compliance, and investor confidence at the forefront of decision-making. The dynamic team of experienced lawyers supports the awards' consistent commitment to recognising design and development achievement in Malaysian real estate.The gala dinner and presentation of the 13th PropertyGuru Asia Awards Malaysia with iProperty will be held Friday, 2 October 2026. This sets the stage for the PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards Grand Final in December 2026, during which winners from Malaysia will advance to compete on an international stage.Key dates for the 2026 edition are:29 May 2026 – Entries Close18-30 June 2026 – People’s Choice Awards voting period30 June - 2 July 2026 – Live Judging Days2 October 2026 – Gala Dinner and Awards Ceremony in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia11 December 2026 – Regional Grand Final Gala Dinner and Awards Presentation in Bangkok, ThailandLive Judging DaysEntries will be evaluated in a transparent, independent selection process during the Live Judging Days, overseen by a panel of experts including C-suite executives and senior practitioners from Malaysia's leading professional bodies. This multi-disciplinary representation ensures credibility and a fair assessment of every submission.Datuk Ar. Ezumi Harzani Ismail, chairperson of the PropertyGuru Asia Awards Malaysia judging panel and president of the Malaysian Institute of Architects (PAM) 2020–2022, said: "The architecture of property development is being redrawn from the ground up, with ESG compliance coming as standard in anticipation of a national carbon market coming online. We're excited for a year of better building performance and an industry increasingly treating sustainability as a design discipline rather than a checklist. This shift in mindset is one we'd love to recognise at the awards, and we would encourage practitioners leading this charge to step forward. Our panel is eager to see the visionaries breaking new ground in Malaysian development and design."Jules Kay, general manager of PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards and Events, said: "In Malaysia, we see a market that has held its own against global headwinds and external risks. The momentum has shifted into segments that were not at the forefront of the conversation a few years ago. Malaysia is now a logistics hub, offering supply chain diversification, and the country’s emerging asset classes now form new pillars of demand alongside its steady residential real estate base. Transaction values have edged higher even as volumes have remained measured. This wider scope is setting Malaysia apart as a dependable ASEAN hub for investment, and our Asia Awards programme in Malaysia this year will capture that momentum."Johor Bahru-based developers, guests, and organisers at the JB launch of the 13th PropertyGuru Asia Awards Malaysia with iProperty2026 categoriesThe 2026 categories introduce new Developer titles such as Best Condo Developer, Best Landed Homes Developer, and Best Master Developer, recognising excellence on both project and portfolio levels. High Rise and Landed segments have been strengthened with Best First Home and Best International categories that address affordability, accessibility, and cross-border appeal. The township segment adds Best Resort Style Township and Best Destination Development for master-planned communities excelling in lifestyle integration while Best Landmark Development now recognises projects that define cityscapes and commercial hubs.New ESG-focused accolades will honour environmental stewardship and positive community outcomes: Sustainable Living Champion, Responsible Construction Champion, and Community Impact Champion. Complementing the judged categories, the People's Choice Awards will return, empowering consumers to vote for the Top 10 Developers in Malaysia. The 2025 edition attracted over 20,000 public votes, emphasising its significance among property seekers.The PropertyGuru Asia Awards Malaysia with iProperty is supported in 2026 by Lead Legal Advisor Lim Soh & Goonting Advocates & Solicitors; official portal partners PropertyGuru.com.my and iProperty.com; official ESG knowledge partners GreenRE, Green Building Index (GBI), and Malaysia Green Building Council (MGBC); official magazine Property Report by PropertyGuru; and official supervisor HLB.For more information, email awards@propertyguru.com or visit the official website: AsiaPropertyAwards.com.ABOUT PROPERTYGURU ASIA PROPERTY AWARDS:PropertyGuru’s Asia Property Awards, established in 2005, are the region’s most exclusive and prestigious real estate awards programme. The Asia Property Awards are recognised as the ultimate hallmark of excellence in the Asian property sector. Boasting an independent panel of industry experts and trusted supervisors, the Awards have an unparalleled reputation for being credible, ethical, fair, and transparent. In 2026, the Awards series is open to key property markets around the region. The exciting gala events welcome senior industry leaders and top media, as well as reach property agents and consumers via live streaming. Recognising excellence within each Asian market with a variety of categories, including green and sustainable development, each local awards programme will culminate in the PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards Grand Final, which takes place after the PropertyGuru Asia Real Estate Summit during PropertyGuru Week in December 2026. For more information, please visit AsiaPropertyAwards.com.ABOUT PROPERTYGURU GROUPPropertyGuru is Southeast Asia's leading1 PropTech company, and the preferred destination for over 32 million property seekers monthly2 to connect with over 50,000 agents3 monthly to find their dream home. PropertyGuru empowers property seekers with more than 2.1 million real estate listings4, in-depth insights, and solutions that enable them to make confident property decisions across Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand, and Vietnam.PropertyGuru.com.sg was launched in Singapore in 2007 and since then, PropertyGuru Group has made the property journey a transparent one for property seekers in Southeast Asia. In the last 18 years, PropertyGuru has grown into a high-growth PropTech company with a robust portfolio including leading property marketplaces and award-winning mobile apps across its markets in Singapore, Malaysia, Vietnam, and Thailand as well as the region's biggest and most respected industry recognition platform - PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards, events, and publications across Asia.For more information, please visit: PropertyGuruGroup.com; PropertyGuru Group on LinkedIn.(1) Based on SimilarWeb data between July 2024 and December 2024.(2) Based on Google Analytics data between July 2024 and December 2024.(3) Based on data between October 2024 and December 2024.(4) Based on data between July 2024 and December 2024.PROPERTYGURU CONTACTS:General Enquiries:Richard Allan Aquino, Head of Brand & Marketing ServicesM: +66 92 954 4154E: allan@propertyguru.com Media & Partnerships: Nate Dacua, Senior Manager, Media and Marketing ServicesM: +66 92 701 2510E: nate@propertyguru.com Sales & Nominations:June Fong, Director of Awards and Events (Malaysia)M: +6012-6594394E: june.fong@iproperty.com.myJess Lee, Assistant Manager, Awards and Events (Malaysia)M: +6012-6609339E: jesslee@propertyguru.com.my Copyright 2026 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. 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Phuket, Thailand, May 20, 2026 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - NLCS International has signed an agreement with VLC Group, the owners of multiple premium hotels and resorts in Phuket and Khao Lak, to develop NLCS Phuket, bringing the educational model of one of the United Kingdom’s highest-ranked independent schools to Thailand’s fast-growing international education market.(Top row, from left to right) Mr Varis Chirayus, Deputy Managing Director of VLC Group and NLCS Phuket; Mr Ali Aliev, Director of Business Development of NLCS International (Bottom row, from left to right) Mr Naruji Chirayus, Managing Director of VLC Group and NLCS Phuket; Mr Daniel Lewis, Managing Director of NLCS International.Founded in 1850 by educational pioneer Frances Mary Buss, North London Collegiate School is one of the United Kingdom’s most respected and most successful independent schools. In The Sunday Times Parent Power Guide 2026, NLCS was named Independent Secondary School of the Year, Independent International Baccalaureate School of the Year and Independent Secondary School of the Year in London. In the accompanying league tables, NLCS was ranked the number one girls’ school in the UK, gaining second place for all schools in London and third place for all schools nationally.Serving students from Early Years to Year 13, NLCS Phuket will be developed as a premium co-ed day and boarding school in Cherng Talay, one of Phuket’s fastest-growing residential districts. The school is planned for Thai, expatriate and internationally mobile families seeking a rigorous British education in Phuket, with boarding provision for students from across Thailand and the wider region.The agreement was formalised at Courtyard by Marriott Phuket, Patong Beach Resort, with Mr Daniel Lewis, Managing Director of NLCS International, and Mr Naruj Chirayus, Managing Director of VLC Group and NLCS Phuket, signing on behalf of the two organisations.Members of the Chirayus family, the Phuket-based owners of VLC Group and developers of NLCS Phuket. From left to right: Mr Naruji Chirayus, Mr Varis Chirayus, Mr Somnuk Chirayus, Ms Nantana Wongsatayanont, Mr Somboon Chirayus, Chairman of VLC Group, Mr Chanon Wongsatayanont and Ms Napittra Chirayus.“For many families, Phuket already offers an exceptional quality of life, but there has been a clear gap in the market for a highly academic school with a direct connection to one of the UK’s leading educational institutions,” said Mr Naruj Chirayus, Managing Director of VLC Group. “As a Phuket-based family business, we see education as a natural part of the island’s next stage of growth. Our aim is to help make Phuket a more complete place to live, learn and build community."(Left): Mr Naruji Chirayus, Managing Director of VLC Group and NLCS Phuket; (Right) Mr Daniel Lewis, Managing Director of NLCS International.NLCS International works with partners around the world to develop schools that reflect the founding school’s educational philosophy: academic ambition, pastoral care that is tailored to the individual, and a vibrant co-curricular life. Its family of schools includes NLCS Jeju, NLCS Dubai, NLCS (Singapore), NLCS Kobe and NLCS Hong Kong (opening 2027).“NLCS Phuket represents an important new chapter for our international family of schools,” said Mr Daniel Lewis, Managing Director of NLCS International. “Our aim is to deliver an education that develops scholarship, in a joyful and exciting environment, that celebrates every individual for who they are, and that is rooted in a genuine love of learning. This is not simply a well-known name above the door. The strength of NLCS lies in the authentic connection between our schools, the quality and depth of our academic support, and our shared belief that happy, confident students are best placed to achieve exceptional outcomes.”North London Collegiate School Phuket will open in Q3 2028.Boarding will be a central part of the NLCS Phuket offer, giving families access to an NLCS education without having to send their children abroad. It also strengthens Phuket’s appeal as a regional education base, allowing students to remain closer to family, home markets and Asia’s major travel hubs.The school is expected to open with capacity for around 1,000 students, with scope to grow to approximately 1,500 over time. Planned facilities include boarding provision, dedicated junior and senior school spaces, science and technology facilities, a 50-metre swimming pool, sports hall, covered tennis courts and football pitches.The announcement comes as Thailand’s international education sector continues to expand beyond Bangkok. Kasikorn Research Centre expects Thailand’s international school business to grow by 9.7% in 2025, while international student numbers are projected to increase by 8.3%. The research also notes that international schools are likely to expand further beyond the capital, with Phuket named among the key provincial markets.For Phuket, the arrival of a leading day and boarding school adds another layer to the island’s family infrastructure. International schools help attract long-stay residents, skilled professionals, entrepreneurs and investors, while supporting demand across housing, hospitality, retail, transport, local services and employment.Mr Chirayus continued: “Top schools create communities around them. We have seen this in places such as Dubai and Jeju, where education has played an important role in shaping internationally minded residential destinations. With NLCS Phuket, we want to support the development of Phuket as an educational centre of excellence for the region.”“Exceptional academic standards and a well-rounded education will be the cornerstones of NLCS Phuket.”NLCS Phuket will maintain close links with the wider NLCS family of schools, with support from NLCS International in school design, curriculum development, recruitment, teacher training, academic planning and quality assurance.NLCS Phuket campus renderings: Drop-off area (left) and senior school (right)Further details on admissions, opening timelines and campus development will be announced in due course. For any enquiries, please direct your email to: enquiries@nlcs-phuket.comFor more information, please visit http://www.nlcs-phuket.comFor more images, click HEREAbout NLCS InternationalNLCS International is a family of international schools focused on delivering a high quality education grounded in academic rigour, innovation and global citizenship. Through an emphasis on personalised learning, student wellbeing and excellent teaching, NLCS International schools support students in developing the skills and understanding needed for an increasingly complex world.At the heart of all NLCS schools is a shared educational vision and a clear commitment to nurturing a lasting love of learning. Each school is guided by a set of values based on common beliefs, which together underpin the distinctive philosophy of North London Collegiate School.NLCS International works closely with its schools to support a consistent educational approach that reflects the aims and values of NLCS, through ongoing guidance, monitoring and quality assurance. In partnership with local communities, NLCS International fosters learning environments where academicambition is balanced with strong pastoral care, and where every child is known, supported and valued as an individual, alongside meaningful professional development opportunities for staff.About VLC GroupVLC Group is a Phuket-based company led by the Chirayus family, who is the owner of Merlin Phuket Hotels and Resorts. The group’s hospitality portfolio includes Phuket Marriott Resort and Spa, Merlin Beach; Courtyard by Marriott Phuket, Patong Beach Resort; Le Meridien Khao Lak Resort & Spa; Khaolak Merlin Resort; and Phuket Merlin Hotel. Through its partnership with NLCS International, VLC Group is leading the development of NLCS Phuket as part of its long-term commitment to Phuket’s growth as a destination for families, education and community development.For media information, kindly contact:Triven Marketing GroupMandy TanTel: +60 16-477 2257Email: m.tan@swanconsultancy.biz Copyright 2026 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com

HONG KONG, May 20, 2026 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Tradelink Electronic Commerce Limited (“Tradelink” or the “Group”) (Stock Code: 536) joined forces with other members of the PAA Digital Trade Alliance (“PAA”) to host the “Global Digital Trade Symposium 2026–The Hong Kong Experience” (the “Symposium”) at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre yesterday. PAA, a global alliance of Trade Single Window operators and e-commerce service providers of key trading partners of Hong Kong, meet regularly in members’ economies to identify ways to enhance seamless global trade through secured and reliable digital technologies. PAA last met in Hong Kong back in 2015. The gathering of PAA members from across the continents in today’s Symposium underscores Hong Kong unique role as super-connector and value-adder of international trade.Under the theme “Connecting Trade, Powering Innovation, Shaping the Future”, the Symposium shared Hong Kong’s pioneering experience in advancing the global digital trade ecosystem and allowed participants to conduct in-depth exchanges on core topics like digital trade facilitation, cross-border data interoperability and connectivity, artificial intelligence applications, and the empowerment of small and medium-sized enterprises (“SMEs”). “The Global Digital Trade Symposium 2026 – The Hong Kong Experience” comes to a successful closeThe Symposium was honoured by the attendance of two distinguished guests, including Mr. Algernon YAU, JP, Secretary for Commerce and Economic Development, as the keynote speaker for the morning session; and Mr. Howard LEE, JP, Deputy Chief Executive of the Hong Kong Monetary Authority, as the guest speaker for the networking dinner. Over 300 representatives of shippers, traders, financial institutions and supply chain service providers as well as leaders of chambers of commerce and trade associations attended the event together with HKSAR Government officials. The Symposium provided a unique platform for Hong Kong to engage directly with key industry leaders driving cross-border trade facilitation. It also served as an opportunity to share Hong Kong’s pioneering experience in digital trade facilitation, explore cross-border collaboration opportunities, forge strategic partnerships, and collectively advance global economic growth.During the morning session, the Symposium featured two thematic panel discussions in which participants engaged in in-depth discussions on a range of cutting-edge topics. The first session on “Compliance Meets Innovation: How Hong Kong Navigates Global Trade Challenges”, participants explored how Hong Kong’s public and private sectors can enhance the interoperability of local and global trade data through digital trade and logistics innovation and regional collaboration, thereby empowering SMEs to navigate the fast changing global trading landscape. The other session, “Data Without Borders: Reshaping Hong Kong's Trade Finance”, examined how cross-border data interoperability and connectivity is reshaping trade finance models and further consolidating Hong Kong’s pivotal role as a trusted global hub. Panel discussion session at the “Global Digital Trade Symposium 2026 – The Hong Kong Experience”Mr. YUEN Man Chung, Tommy, S.B.S, Executive Director and Chief Executive Officer of Tradelink, said: “Tradelink’s Vision is to ‘promote a prosperous Hong Kong where companies and people can readily achieve and enjoy the benefits of digital efficiency’. Over the past 30+ years, Tradelink has witnessed and actively driven the transformation of paper-based trade processes in HK to the era of Electronic Data Interchange. Nowadays, our services have expanded from trade compliance to digital identity, intelligent supply chain solutions and alternative data for trade financing. Our DNA has the words ‘trade related services’ written all over it.” Mr. YUEN added: “Tomorrow, we will also be formally launching our Next Generation, Secured, Integrated and AI-powered trade services platform – called T+. We believe this new platform will not only be useful to existing shippers and traders in HK but will also greatly assist companies from Chinese Mainland looking to establish a presence in the HKSAR to conduct international trade.” Welcome speech by Mr. YUEN Man Chung, Tommy, S.B.S, Executive Director and Chief Executive Officer of Tradelink, at the “Global Digital Trade Symposium 2026 – The Hong Kong Experience”As import and export policies adapt to the new landscape and AI-driven technologies reshape the trade ecosystem, Hong Kong is emerging as a global hub for innovation and collaboration. At the Symposium, policymakers, regulators and industry leaders discussed how Hong Kong’s strategic initiatives, such as the Trade Single Window (TSW), the digitalisation of B2B trade documents, the Port Community System (PCS), the Commercial Data Interchange (CDI), CargoX, and the Go Global Launchpad for Mainland enterprises, are reinforcing its position as an international trade and transportation centre. The Symposium also provided participants with a forward-looking perspective on leveraging Hong Kong as a launchpad for expansion into the Asia-Pacific and global markets, while fostering collaboration to build a more resilient, efficient, and sustainable trade network.Mr. Algernon YAU, JP, Secretary for Commerce and Economic Development, said: “Digital trade has everything to do with Hong Kong, which has always been an international trade centre. Further to the successful launches of the first two phases, the Government is now rolling out the final phase of the TSW starting from this month, which will standardise processes, enable greater data re-use and support pre-shipment submissions, helping the trade move goods more efficiently and reliably. In addition, the TSW will also connect with the CDI of the Hong Kong Monetary Authority to enable the authorised sharing of trade data with banks. On the other hand, the Government is committed to ensuring that the legal framework keeps pace with emerging technologies. We will make reference to the Model Law on Electronic Transferable Records, advocated by the United Nations Commission on International Trade Law, and consider legislative amendments to further facilitate the digitalisation of B2B trade documents with a view to introducing the legislative proposal to our legislature within 2026. Together, let us continue to unleash the business potential in the digital world as we embark on another phase of digital transformation.” Speech by Mr. Algernon YAU, JP, Secretary for Commerce and Economic Development,at the “Global Digital Trade Symposium 2026 – The Hong Kong Experience” Speech by Mr. Howard LEE, JP, Deputy Chief Executive of the Hong Kong Monetary Authority, at the Banquet Dinner of “Global Digital Trade Symposium 2026 – The Hong Kong Experience”In addition, Tradelink’s “SME Day” is being held today (20 May) at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre, under the theme “Go Digital, Trade Global”. The exhibition will feature a keynote stage and four major exhibition zones, offering a comprehensive view of both macro market trends and practical hands-on solutions, allowing participants to experience first-hand Tradelink’s next-generation AI-driven e-trade services platform “T+”, as well as its overseas expansion tools and support services. Representatives from 17 economies, over 20 leading partners, more than 30 keynote speakers and over 1,500 SMEs gather to ignite new momentum for digital trade and explore practical solutions for SMEs to upgrade, transform and expand into global markets.For more selected high-resolution photos from the Symposium, please download via: https://tradelinkhk.sharepoint.com/:f:/s/IRCC/IgBXLypQpZVuQJvrBMyFYP8kAZci0KppY0Bh1gRDYbxy2Fw'e=AKzhB7 About Tradelink Electronic Commerce LimitedEstablished in 1988 and listed in 2005, Tradelink (Stock Code: 536) is Hong Kong's digital efficiency pioneer. Since 1997, the company has successfully brought the advantages of its e-solutions to tens of thousands of organisations. Tradelink has pioneered numerous innovative business technology applications in Hong Kong, including EDI, digital certificates, biometric ID and warehouse automation. In addition to offering expertise in supply chain and identity management solutions, the company leads in the city's business-to-government document compliance market. Tradelink customers span all industry sectors. The company has earned the trust of governments, multinationals, and small and medium businesses alike. Leveraging its connection to a global network of over one million customers, Tradelink empowers clients to expand internationally and seize new market opportunities.For more information about Tradelink, please visit www.tradelink.com.hk.About the PAA Digital Trade AllianceFounded in 2000, the PAA Digital Trade Alliance is a pioneering global alliance committed to promoting secure and efficient digital trade. Bringing together key stakeholders from both the public and private sectors, the PAA leads collaborative efforts to advance the digitalisation, interoperability and connectivity of global trade. Currently, the total number of members exceeds 400,000 organisations, representing virtually all active trading companies in the Asian market.For more information about the PAA Digital Trade Alliance, please visit https://paa.net/ Copyright 2026 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com

Vancouver, British Columbia--(ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com - May 20, 2026) - Doubleview Gold Corp. (TSXV: DBG) (OTCQB: DBLVF) (WKN: A1W038) (the "Company or "Doubleview) is pleased to announce the start of its most advanced exploration, environmental, metallurgical, and technical work program to date at its Hat polymetallic deposit, located in northwestern British Columbia.The 2026 field season has started a coordinated program designed to support ongoing technical studies, advance project understanding, and provide additional geological, metallurgical, environmental, and engineering data for future study stages, including potential Pre-Feasibility Study and Feasibility Study work.The initial phase of the program includes preparation and shipment of approximately 14 tonnes of mineralized sample material for metallurgical test work. Details of the metallurgical program, including sample selection, test objectives, laboratory work, and expected scope of study, will be announced in a future news release. The work may require several months to complete.Doubleview has also started the installation of weather monitoring stations to support environmental baseline and hydrological studies. These stations will collect site-specific data to assist with water balance work, climate records, hydrological interpretation, and future project planning.The Company, as part of its collection of high quality data for engineering, infrastructure planning, environmental assessment and other technical studies, will prepare detailed topographical surface maps of the Hat Property and nearby areas for use in engineering, infrastructure planning, environmental assessment, and future technical studies, including possible Pre-Feasibility and Feasibility level work.Drilling ProgramDoubleview expects to begin drilling immediately as part of the 2026 exploration program. The planned drilling has several objectives:Infill drilling within selected areas of the deposit to improve block model confidence.Additional drilling in areas where the geologic model is weak.Step-out and perimeter drilling in areas where possible extensions of the deposit are highlighted by geology, geophysics, previous drilling, and current interpretation.Collection of additional technical data to support resource modelling, metallurgical interpretation, and future engineering studies.The drilling program will almost certainly provide critical data that will allow promotion of certain mineral resources from lower confidence categories to higher confidence categories such as, for instance, upgrades of Inferred mineral resources to Indicated mineral resources, and possibly, even boost the Measured mineral resources.The step-out and perimeter drilling will test areas adjacent to the known deposit where the geological model indicates expansion potential and yield data vital to mine planningDoubleview is well funded to carry out the planned 2026 program. The Company currently has more than C$13 million in cash and no debt, giving it the financial strength to proceed with the above-outlined program of metallurgy, drilling, environmental and hydrological studies, detailed topographical mapping, and engineering support work.Farshad Shirvani, President and CEO of Doubleview, stated:"The Hat Project has reached an important technical stage. This season is not only about drilling more metres. It is about collecting essential data for metallurgical, environmental, engineering, topographic, hydrologic, and mineral resource confirmation. The 14 tonne metallurgical sample, the weather stations, the detailed topographic work, and the planned drilling program are all part of a broadened technical approach to move the Hat Project forward in a disciplined and responsible manner."Mr. Shirvani continued:"The Hat deposit is a large polymetallic system with robust proven potential for copper, gold, cobalt, scandium and other critical and precious metals. Our work in the 2026 season will improve the quality of our extensive database and support the next stages of technical studies. We intend to continue advancing the project with quality technical work and responsible exploration practices."Technical and Study ObjectivesThe 2026 program is expected to contribute to several key technical areas, including:Mineral resource confidence and possible category conversion.Deposit expansion as supported by the geological model.Metallurgical test work on a large sample.Environmental and hydrological baseline data collection.Detailed topographical mapping.Engineering and infrastructure planning.Future Pre-Feasibility and Feasibility level work.The Company cautions investors that a decision to proceed to a Pre-Feasibility Study or Feasibility Study will require appropriate technical, economic, environmental, and corporate review.Doubleview maintains a website at www.doubleview.ca.Qualified Persons:Erik Ostensoe, P. Geo., a consulting geologist, and Doubleview's Qualified Person with respect to the Hat Project as defined by National Instrument 43-101 Standards of Disclosure for Mineral Projects, has reviewed, and approved the technical contents of this news release. He is not independent of Doubleview as he is a shareholder in the company.Brief Summary of PEA ResultsOn March 2, 2026, Doubleview announced positive PEA results for the Hat Project, which were clarified on March 23, 2026. On April 14, 2026, the Company announced the filing on SEDAR of the independent National Instrument 43-101 technical report titled "Preliminary Economic Assessment of the Hat Polymetallic Project, British Columbia, Canada."The PEA outlined strong project economics, including an after-tax NPV(5%) of C$6.73 billion and an IRR of 23% at consensus metal prices. At spot metal prices, the PEA reported an after-tax NPV(5%) of C$13.53 billion and an IRR of 39%.The PEA also included a scenario with scandium and the associated processing circuit. Under this scenario, the PEA reported an after-tax NPV(5%) of C$7.27 billion and an IRR of 19% at consensus metal prices, and an after-tax NPV(5%) of C$14.85 billion and an IRR of 32% at spot metal prices.About the Hat ProjectThe Hat Project is a polymetallic copper-gold-cobalt-scandium project located in northwestern British Columbia. The project hosts a porphyry-style mineralized system and has been the subject of extensive drilling, geological modelling, metallurgical work, and technical studies. Doubleview continues to advance the Hat Project through exploration, technical evaluation, metallurgical test work, and environmental baseline programs.About Doubleview Gold CorpDoubleview Gold Corp., a mineral resource exploration and development company, is based in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada, and is publicly traded on the TSX-Venture Exchange (TSXV: DBG), (OTCQB: DBLVF), (WKN: A1W038), (FSE: 1D4). Doubleview identifies, acquires and finances precious and base metal exploration projects in North America, particularly in British Columbia. Doubleview increases shareholder value through acquisition and exploration of quality gold, copper and silver properties and the application of advanced state-of-the-art exploration methods. The Company's portfolio of strategic properties provides diversification and mitigates investment risks.On behalf of the Board of Directors,Farshad Shirvani, M.Sc. GeologyPresident & Chief Executive OfficerFor further information please contact:Doubleview Gold CorpVancouver, BC Farshad ShirvaniPresident & CEOT: (604) 678-9587E: corporate@doubleview.caNEITHER 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 RELEASE.Certain of the statements made and information contained herein may constitute "forward-looking information." In particular references to the private placement and future work programs or expectations on the quality or results of such work programs are subject to risks associated with operations on the property, exploration activity generally, equipment limitations and availability, as well as other risks that we may not be currently aware of. Accordingly, readers are advised not to place undue reliance on forward-looking information. Except as required under applicable securities legislation, the Company undertakes no obligation to publicly update or revise forward-looking information, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise.This news release contains forward-looking information within the meaning of applicable Canadian securities laws. Forward-looking information includes statements regarding the Company's planned 2026 exploration program, drilling, metallurgical test work, environmental and hydrological studies, topographical mapping, future technical studies, possible mineral resource category conversion, possible deposit expansion, and future project advancement.Forward-looking information involves known and unknown risks, uncertainties, and other factors which might cause actual results, performance, or achievements to differ from those expressed or implied by such information. These risks include exploration risk, metallurgical risk, permitting risk, financing risk, market risk, regulatory risk, weather-related delays, availability of contractors and equipment, laboratory timing, and the risk that drilling or technical work will not produce the expected results.Mineral resource category conversion is not assured. Additional drilling does not guarantee conversion of Inferred mineral resources to Indicated mineral resources or Indicated mineral resources to Measured mineral resources. Step-out drilling does not guarantee expansion of the deposit. Future technical studies, including any Pre-Feasibility Study or Feasibility Study, remain subject to further work, financing, regulatory review, and technical results.The Company does not undertake any obligation to update forward-looking information, except as required by applicable securities laws.To view the source version of this press release, please visit https://www.newsfilecorp.com/release/298150 Copyright 2026 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com

TSUKUBA, Japan, May 20, 2026 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - The buildup of a protein called 𝛂-synuclein (ASN) into toxic clumps is a hallmark of synucleinopathies, a group of neurodegenerative diseases that includes Parkinson’s and multiple system atrophy (MSA).These aggregates are associated with cellular dysfunction and lead to progressive neuronal loss. Because current treatments only manage symptoms rather than stopping the underlying protein clumping, scientists are exploring new strategies, including nanomaterials that can prevent these aggregates from forming or help clear them from the brain.A multinational research team led by Professor Małgorzata Kujawska at the Poznań University of Medical Sciences in Poznań, Poland, has found that graphene quantum dots (GQDs)—nanoscale carbon particles—can counteract this clumping process.In a study published in the journal Science and Technology of Advanced Materials (STAM), the researchers detailed how these dots interact with ASN to prevent it from forming the long, toxic fibers that characterize the disease.“This study points to a promising new direction for strategies against neurodegenerative diseases,” says Professor Kujawska. “While clinical use of GQDs remains a long way off, these findings strengthen the case for further research.”The study used a multi-stage approach, testing the GQDs in cell-free environments, neuronal cultures, and animal models of MSA. The researchers found that when GQDs were administered intranasally in mice, the particles significantly reduced the presence of toxic protein aggregates. Furthermore, the treatment appeared to activate autophagy, a biological recycling process that helps cells break down and remove damaged proteins.At concentrations relevant to its biological effects, the GQD showed a favorable safety profile, although some changes in cellular stress and immune responses were observed at higher doses. This is an important consideration, as many nanomaterials face hurdles in medical applications due to concerns over long-term biocompatibility.While the results are promising, challenges remain, such as preventing quantum dots from clumping in liquid suspensions. “GQDs may serve as a useful research tool,” says Professor Kujawska. “What we learn as we optimize their properties and conduct a comprehensive safety evaluation could help design more effective nanomaterial-based strategies not just for synucleinopathies, but also for other conditions characterized by the buildup of toxic proteins.”Further informationMałgorzata KujawskaPoznań University of Medical Sciences kujawska@ump.edu.plPaper: https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10.1080/14686996.2026.2662693About Science and Technology of Advanced Materials (STAM)Open access journal STAM publishes outstanding research articles across all aspects of materials science, including functional and structural materials, theoretical analyses, and properties of materials. https://www.tandfonline.com/STAMDr. Kazuya SaitoSTAM Publishing Director SAITO.Kazuya@nims.go.jpImage:Caption: Nanoscale carbon particles offer a new insight into possible therapies for neurodegenerative diseases, including Parkinson’s and multiple system atrophy.Press release distributed by Asia Research News for Science and Technology of Advanced Materials. Copyright 2026 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com

HONG KONG, May 20, 2026 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - CTF Life announced today the launch of Shiny Treasure Indexed Universal Life Insurance Plan (Shiny Treasure), an indexed universal life (IUL) product designed for professional investors*. Linking to BNP Paribas’ indices for the first time in Hong Kong’s IUL market, in addition to another Global renowned index, the index account of the plan offers a distinctive combination of uncapped crediting interest rate potential across all indices and the flexibility to allocate across multiple index account options while achieving potential steady wealth growth. Apart from uncapped crediting interest rate for all indices, the plan also features guaranteed crediting interest rate of the accounts and the Cumulative Guaranteed Value1, offering multi-layered protection for wealth and allowing customers to capture potential growth while safeguarding wealth in the event of market downturns.Asia-Pacific is among the fastest-growing regions for private wealth globally. In 2024, the number of high-net-worth individuals (HNWIs) in Asia whose net worth exceeded US$10 million rose by 5% to surpass 850,0002. Against a backdrop of market volatility, investors are increasingly seeking solutions that enable them to capture potential upside in their investments while managing risk. Shiny Treasure is designed to meet this growing demand, offering a sophisticated solution for wealth accumulation and legacy planning.Betty Lee, Chief Product Officer of CTF Life, said, “In today’s dynamic environment, we are delighted to collaborate with BNP Paribas, a strong and trusted financial institution, to help our customers stay invested for the long term, without losing sight of the need to manage risk. Shiny Treasure combines the prospect for amplified potential returns with a steady component to support wealth preservation, while offering customers the flexibility to rebalance as market conditions and their risk appetite evolve. We will continue to bring Hong Kong’s professional investors differentiated IUL solutions that stand out in the market, and create value beyond insurance.”Key features of Shiny Treasure:1.Linked to top global indices: The Index Sub-account3 is linked to top global indices to bring growth potential to wealth – the main components of the three major indices are US large-cap company stocks, global equities and multi-asset allocation, respectively. The indices are also underpinned by volatility control mechanisms to participate in market growth while achieving stability.2.Dual-account design enables risk diversification: The plan is comprised of the Fixed Account4 and the Index Account3. The Fixed Account4 helps wealth grow steadily while the Index Account3 offers uncapped potential returns. Net Premiums5 can be allocated between the accounts to capture the opportunities available during different market conditions.3.Dual wealth protection: The guaranteed interest rate of the accounts and the Cumulative Guaranteed Value1 can provide multi-layered protection for wealth – even in market downturns.4.Supple allocation at customer’s desire: Supple asset allocation options, including the Segment Maturity Option6 and the Account Rebalancing Option7, allow to allocate the Account Value flexibly. The Dollar Cost Averaging Option8 mitigates the impact of market fluctuations through regular fixed-amount investments.5.Succession solutions to pass on to the next generations: With a range of legacy options such as unlimited changes of the Insured9, the Policy Continuation Option10 and the Policy Split Option11 – the plan enables customers to turn their accumulated wealth into a lasting foundation.6.A range of flexible options available and Refund of Premium Charge: The plan comes with a range of options such as the free-of-charge withdrawal and Premium Holiday12 that gives further advantages in financial management. In addition, it specially includes a Refund of Premium Charge, which provides the opportunity to enhance the value of wealth.Notes:1The Cumulative Guaranteed Value is only applied in the event of a death claim, a full surrender or the maturity of the policy. Upon partial withdrawal, the Cumulative Guaranteed Value will be reduced correspondingly based on the withdrawal amount and the Surrender Charge (if any). Please refer to the Policy Provisions for more details of the Cumulative Guaranteed Value.2Source: Knight Frank’s The Wealth Report 2025.3Index Account is used to deposit a portion of the Net Premium as determined by the Policy Owner, which will be allocated into the Index Sub-account(s) to create Segment(s) and earn the corresponding Crediting Interest. The Index Account comprises the Holding Account and Index Sub-Account(s); while each Index Sub-account is composed of one or more Segments and allocation of any Segment Proceeds pursuant to the Segment Maturity Option. Please refer to the Policy Specifications and Policy Provisions for more details of the Index Account and Index Sub-account.4Fixed Account is used to deposit a portion of the Net Premium as determined by the Policy Owner, the amount transferred from the Segment Proceeds pursuant to the Segment Maturity Option, the amount transferred from the Holding Account pursuant to the Account Rebalancing Option and the Refund of Premium Charge (if any). Please refer to the Policy Specifications and Policy Provisions for more details of the Fixed Account Crediting Interest Rate.5Net Premium refers to the amount of premium paid less the applicable Premium Charge of that premium.6The Policy Owner may submit a Written Request to instruct to roll the Segment Proceeds of the Index Sub-account(s) into a new Segment under the same Index Sub-account(s); or transfer the Segment Proceeds to another Index Sub-account(s) and/or the Fixed Account. Please refer to the Policy Provisions for more details of the Segment Maturity Option.7Starting from the 2nd Policy Anniversary, the Policy Owner may request to reallocate the percentage or the amount of the Account Value of the Fixed Account to the Index Sub-account(s); and/or the percentage of the Account Value of the Holding Account to the Fixed Account and/or the Index Sub-account(s). Where a request for reallocation of the transfer amount from Fixed Account to the Index Sub-account(s); and a request for reallocation of the transfer amount from Holding Account to the Fixed Account and/or the Index Sub-account(s) are approved on the same Working Day, the former (i.e. the Fixed Account) will be executed first. Please refer to the Policy Provisions for more details of the Account Rebalancing Option.8At the time of application or at any time after the policy is in force, the Policy Owner may apply to divide the Net Premium and any applicable bonuses (collectively “Amount for DCA”) in the Holding Account into 12 installments and each installment will then be allocated to the Segment(s) of the Index Sub-account(s) on the relevant Segment Creation Date up to 12 consecutive months. Please refer to the Policy Provisions for more details of the Dollar Cost Averaging Option.9The change of the Insured is subject to the designated requirements and the prevailing administrative rules. The Unit, the Total Premiums Paid, the Account Value of the Fixed Account, the Account Value of the Holding Account, the Segment Balance of the Segment(s) of all the Index Sub-account(s) and the Cumulative Guaranteed Value, total amount of withdrawals (if any), Policy Date and Policy Years will remain the same on the Insured-Change Effective Date while the Plan End Date will be adjusted to (i) the date of Policy Anniversary on the 128th birthday of the Changed New Insured or following the 128th birthday of the Changed New Insured or (ii) the policy reaches its 128th Policy Anniversary, whichever is earlier. Please refer to the Policy Provisions for more details on the Change of Insured Option.10Prior to the death of the Insured, the Policy Owner can assign one or two beneficiary(ies) for the Policy Continuation Option and specify the proportion of the Death Proceeds to be paid to each beneficiary for the Policy Continuation Option. Upon the death of the insured, if the Policy Owner (still alive) and the Insured are different person, the beneficiary will become the Continued New Insured; if the Policy Owner died at the same time or the Policy Owner and the Insured are the same person, subject to the prevailing administrative rules of the Company, the beneficiary will become the new Policy Owner and Continued New Insured of the policy in order to keep the policy in force after the Insured dies. Please refer to the Policy Provisions for more details of the Policy Continuation Option.11While the policy is in force and the Insured is still alive, after the end of the 10th Policy Year and subject to the prevailing rules of the Company, the Policy Owner may exercise Policy Split Option to create a separate policy (the “Split Policy”), allocating a portion of Total Account Value from the basic plan of the policy to the Split Policy but subject to the designated conditions without providing any evidence of insurability. Please refers to the Policy Provisions for more details of Policy Split Option.12During the period of the Premium Holiday, the coverage and the Units will remain unchanged; however, we shall continue to deduct relevant fees and charges from the Account Value. Please refer to the Policy Provisions for more details of the Premium Holiday.*Professional Investors shall have the meaning as defined in the Securities and Futures Ordinance (Cap. 571 of the Laws of Hong Kong) and the Securities and Futures (Professional Investor) Rules (Cap. 571D of the Laws of Hong Kong).Important Notice:- Shiny Treasure Indexed Universal Life Insurance Plan is issued by CTF Life. The information contained in this press release is intended as a general summary of information for reference only. For more details, please refer to relevant product brochures, promotion leaflets, and policy documents. For details regarding the CTF Life Shiny Treasure Indexed Universal Life Insurance Plan, please refer to the policy contract for details of the full terms and conditions.- This press release does not contain the full provisions, key product risks, and all exclusions of the Shiny Treasure Indexed Universal Life Insurance Plan, and the full terms can be found in the Policy documents. The Shiny Treasure Indexed Universal Life Insurance Plan may serve as a standalone plan(s) without bundling with other type(s) of insurance product. Please refer to the main product brochure and policy terms and conditions, as well as the explanatory documents provided by your licensed insurance intermediary, to fully understand the details and complete terms and conditions regarding the mentioned definitions, fees, product features, exclusions, and compensation payment conditions related to Shiny Treasure Indexed Universal Life Insurance Plan.- Shiny Treasure Indexed Universal Life Insurance Plan as issued by CTF Life is not endorsed or approved in any way by BNP Paribas and such product is not in any way associated with BNP Paribas. BNP Paribas makes no warranties whatsoever in relation to the use of the Index and is not liable for any losses caused by the use thereof.- Please refer to the product brochure for more information on the Shiny Treasure Indexed Universal Life Insurance Plan- For further details, please contact CTF Life’s Customer Service Hotline on +852 2866 8898.- This press release is intended to be distributed in Hong Kong only and shall not be construed as an offer to sell or a solicitation to buy or provision of any of our products outside Hong Kong. Chow Tai Fook Life Insurance Company Limited hereby declares that it has no intention to offer to sell, to solicit to buy or to provide any of its products in any jurisdiction other than Hong Kong in which such offer to sell or solicitation to buy or provision of any product of Chow Tai Fook Life Insurance Company Limited is illegal under the laws of that jurisdiction.About CTF LifeChow Tai Fook Life Insurance Company Limited (“CTF Life”) is proud of its rich, 40-year legacy in Hong Kong. CTF Life is a wholly-owned subsidiary of CTF Services Limited (“CTFS”) (Hong Kong Stock Code: 659) and one of the most well-established life insurance companies in Hong Kong. As a member of Chow Tai Fook Enterprises Limited, CTF Life consistently strengthens its collaboration with the Chow Tai Fook Group ecosystem to support customers and their loved ones in navigating life’s journey with personalised planning solutions, lifelong protection and diverse lifestyle experiences. By leveraging the Group’s robust financial strength and strategic investments across the globe, CTF Life aspires to become a leading insurance company in Asia while continuously creating value beyond insurance.Chow Tai Fook Life Insurance Company Limited (Incorporated in Bermuda with limited liability) Copyright 2026 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com

TOKYO, May 20, 2026 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - The Nippon Foundation, in partnership with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan and the Intergovernmental Oceanographic Commission (IOC) of UNESCO, will host the inaugural Island States Ocean Summit in Tokyo, bringing together approximately 300 participants, including Heads of State or Government, ministers, and senior officials around 30 island states in the Pacific, Caribbean, Asia, Africa, and Indian Ocean regions, as well as representatives of United Nations agencies and other international organizations (as of May 13).Island states are among the most vulnerable to sea level rise, ocean pollution, and other impacts of climate change. While these issues are addressed through broader international frameworks such as International Conference on Small Island Developing States (SIDS), there is also growing recognition of the value of more focused discussions on ocean-related challenges that can support concrete policymaking and implementation.This Summit will be the first international summit of its scale, which is dedicated specifically to ocean issues and island states. During the Summit, discussions will be co-chaired by H.E. Surangel Whipps Jr., President of the Republic of Palau, together with fellow co-chairs, and will focus on the urgent challenges facing island states. The Summit will promote Sustainable Ocean Planning and Management (SOPM), an evidence-based and climate-resilient approach that provides these states with a comprehensive, strategic, and future-oriented framework designed to guide decision-making about the overall sustainable use and conservation of a nation's ocean resources.The Summit discussions will be co-chaired by:Yohei Sasakawa, Honorary Chair of The Nippon FoundationVidar Helgesen, Executive Secretary of IOCH.E. Surangel Whipps Jr., President of the Republic of Palau and Chair of the Alliance of Small Island States (AOSIS)The Summit is being held within the framework of the UN Decade of Ocean Science for Sustainable Development (2021-2030), and its outcomes will contribute to upcoming global discussions on biodiversity, climate change, and ocean governance, including COP17 of the Convention on Biological Diversity and COP31 of the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change.Background and ObjectivesIsland States, especially Small Island Developing States, are widely recognized as being among the states most affected by impacts of climate change and face an urgent need to strengthen their resilience in response to unprecedented environmental changes.The Island States Ocean Summit is the first international summit which is dedicated specifically to oceans and island states and aims to explore pathways that support the long-term resilience and self-reliance of SIDS. In collaboration with leaders from government, academia, industry, and the ocean community, the Summit will promote the development of new action plans that support the conservation of marine environments while enabling the sustainable use of ocean resources.The Summit discussions will be co-chaired by H.E. Surangel Whipps Jr., President of the Republic of Palau, Mr. Vidar Helgesen, Executive Secretary of IOC, and Yohei Sasakawa, Honorary Chair of The Nippon Foundation. On the final day of the Summit, a new initiative aimed at driving global-scale transformation and innovation is expected to be announced.The outcomes of the Summit will contribute to future international discussions on biodiversity, climate change, and ocean governance, including COP17 of the Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD) and COP31 of the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC), through IOC. This Japan-led initiative is expected to make a significant contribution to supporting island states around the world.The Nippon Foundation and Support for Island StatesFor decades, the Nippon Foundation has supported island states around the world, particularly those in the Pacific region, which became important partners for Japan’s maritime and economic activities.In 1989, the Foundation established the Sasakawa Pacific Island Nations Fund and has since supported capacity development in maritime affairs and ocean science, while providing patrol vessels and small boats to Pacific island states.IOCThe Intergovernmental Oceanographic Commission (IOC) of UNESCO is the UN’s lead body for ocean science, promoting international cooperation to strengthen the management, sustainable use, and resilience of the ocean. Bringing together 153 Member States, the IOC coordinates global efforts in ocean observations and services, tsunami warning systems, ocean science, capacity development, and ocean literacy, ensuring that science effectively informs policy, society, and sustainable ocean governance. Through its work, the IOC contributes to UNESCO’s mission to advance scientific knowledge and build capacity as foundations for peace, societal progress, and sustainable development. As the coordinator of the UN Ocean Decade of Ocean Science for Sustainable Development (2021-2030), the IOC leads global efforts to transform ocean knowledge into action for the benefit of people and the planet.Sustainable Ocean Planning and Management (SOPM)Sustainable Ocean Planning and Management (SOPM) is a comprehensive, strategic and future-oriented framework designed to guide decision-making about the overall sustainable use and conservation of a nation's entire ocean resources. It is a whole-of-society, whole-of-government approach that serves as a unifying umbrella framework for ocean-related governance at all scales.In June 2025, the Intergovernmental Oceanographic Commission (IOC) of UNESCO’s Member States adopted a 5-year Strategy (2025-2030) on Sustainable Ocean Planning and Management with the mission to equip every nation with the capacity to develop sustainable ocean plans.By developing integrated plans for fisheries, tourism, renewable energy, and other ocean-based industries, SOPM helps countries strengthen climate resilience while ensuring the long-term sustainability of marine ecosystems and coastal communities.About The Nippon Foundation https://www.nippon-foundation.or.jp/The Nippon Foundation is Japan’s largest philanthropic foundation, established in 1962. Guided by the principle “Together, for pain and hope. Together, for the future,” the Foundation supports a broad range of initiatives including humanitarian assistance, disability inclusion, child welfare, disaster response, and ocean conservation.Media ContactIsland States Ocean Summit Press Desk (within Kyodo PR)Email: isos-pr@kyodo-pr.co.jp Press Release: https://www.acnnewswire.com/docs/files/2026520.pdf Copyright 2026 JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.jcnnewswire.com

Tokyo and Kawasaki, Japan, May 20, 2026 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Trusco Nakayama Corporation and Fujitsu Limited today announced the acceleration of Trusco Nakayama's personnel transfer decision-making process. This was achieved by leveraging "Fujitsu Data Intelligence PaaS", [1] an all-in-one operation platform from Fujitsu's Uvance business model that integrates data utilization with business execution. This initiative involved the rapid development of an application in approximately four months, utilizing AI and mathematical optimization models to propose personnel transfer plans that reflect Trusco Nakayama's diverse HR systems and HR decision-makers’ criteria. Trusco Nakayama’s HR team has been using the tool to support their decision-making since the personnel transfers carried out in April 2026.Overview of the InitiativeGiven the nature of HR operations, where the experience, tacit knowledge, and situational judgment of personnel are crucial, Fujitsu's Forward Deployed Engineers (FDE) worked closely with Trusco Nakayama's HR section to understand and streamline the personnel transfer process. Subsequently, both companies collaborated to accelerate the personnel transfer decision-making process using data and AI, rapidly developing an application that proposes transfer plans considering complex factors to HR personnel. This application features three key characteristics that support HR personnel in reviewing and making decisions on personnel transfer, thereby contributing to the efficiency of Trusco Nakayama's personnel transfer decision-making:1. Centralized management of information from dispersed systemsThis application consolidates HR data from various dispersed systems and Excel files within Trusco Nakayama onto Fujitsu Data Intelligence PaaS, enabling centralized management. This allows for comprehensive utilization of information necessary for personnel transfer planning, facilitating multi-faceted considerations.2. Creation of personnel transfer plans using mathematical optimization modelsIn some cases, Trusco Nakayama considers transfers for approximately 100 employees in a single personnel reshuffle, resulting in an extremely large number of possible combinations (10^158). The application uses a mathematical optimization model, uniquely developed by Fujitsu for this initiative, to derive optimal personnel transfers that satisfy various conditions, such as years of service, as input criteria from this vast number of combinations. This has reduced the time required to create personnel transfer plans by approximately 98%.3. AI-powered interactive decision supportAn AI chat function for HR personnel has been developed, incorporating Trusco Nakayama's HR information and the daily decision-making perspectives that HR personnel have traditionally emphasized in personnel transfers. HR personnel can interact with the AI to confirm whether the personnel transfer plans generated by the mathematical optimization model have considered all relevant aspects. This allows HR personnel to make final decisions on personnel transfers, taking into account insights gained through dialogue with the AI, such as employee career aspirations and the impact of placements, which might not be fully captured by quantitative data alone.Future PlansTrusco Nakayama will promote strategic personnel transfers based on the initial plans rapidly generated by considering various factors. The company will continue to build a human resource strategy mechanism that fosters the growth of individual employees and the sustainable development of its business, incorporating its unique systems and initiatives.Fujitsu will further strengthen its co-creation approach with FDEs, rapidly advancing projects by deeply engaging with clients' at operational sites. Furthermore, Fujitsu will support data-driven transformations for various management and operational challenges, extending beyond the HR domain, through technology.Additionally, under its Uvance business model, which addresses societal challenges, Fujitsu will realize advanced decision-making in both financial and non-financial aspects through data and AI, driving corporate value enhancement and sustainable growth.[1] Fujitsu Data Intelligence PaaS:A platform composed of the AI platform "Fujitsu Kozuchi," "Fujitsu Track and Trust"—which enables cross-enterprise and cross-industry data collaboration and traceability through technologies including blockchain, and data platforms such as "Palantir Foundry" and "Microsoft Azure." © Palantir Technologies Inc.About TRUSCO NAKAYAMA CORPORATIONTrusco Nakayama is a specialized wholesaler of indirect materials (PRO TOOL), including work tools, measuring tools and cutting tools used at manufacturing sites. The company publishes approximately 150,000 copies of its comprehensive PRO TOOL catalog, the "TRUSCO Orange Book," annually. It also lists approximately 4.55 million items on its PRO TOOL search site, "TRUSCO Orange Book.Com". Through these activities, Trusco Nakayama works to improve the convenience of materials procurement at manufacturing sites. Official siteAbout FujitsuFujitsu’s purpose is to make the world more sustainable by building trust in society through innovation. As the digital transformation partner of choice for customers around the globe, our 100,000 employees work to resolve some of the greatest challenges facing humanity. Our range of services and solutions draw on five key technologies: AI, Computing, Networks, Data & Security, and Converging Technologies, which we bring together to deliver sustainability transformation. Fujitsu Limited (TSE:6702) reported consolidated revenues of 3.5 trillion yen (US$23 billion) for the fiscal year ended March 31, 2026 and remains the top digital services company in Japan by market share. Find out more: global.fujitsuPress ContactsTRUSCO NAKAYAMA CORPORATIONE-mail: info@trusco.co.jpFujitsu LimitedPublic, Investor and Analyst Relations DivisionInquiries Copyright 2026 JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.jcnnewswire.com

JAKARTA, May 20, 2026 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Xero, the global small business platform, today announced the launch of Xero Lite in Indonesia. Priced at just $7 USD per month, this plan is designed for Indonesia’s micro and small businesses ready to take their first step away from messy notebooks and scattered receipts toward a simpler, digital way of running their business.Adopting digital accounting tools is a vital step in this journey, as a lack of formal financial records currently excludes up to 70% of Indonesian MSMEs from growth capital and bank financing(1). While many entrepreneurs still manage their operations through manual bookkeeping, Xero Lite offers an accessible starting point for these owners to build a standardised accounting history, which can help them gain greater control and visibility over their business and unlock opportunities to scale.Essential Tools to Build a More Efficient BusinessXero Lite focuses on the practical tools that help a business become more resilient and professional without unnecessary complexity:Digital Tax Readiness: As Indonesia shifts toward digital-first taxation, businesses are replacing manual bookkeeping with digital audit trails. Xero helps streamline record-keeping to help support compliance with evolving regulations.Professional Invoicing: Business owners can create and send quotes and up to five invoices per month from a smartphone or computer. This replaces manual receipt books, helps businesses look more professional to customers, and supports faster payments.Automatic Receipt Capture: Users can extract data from bills and receipts automatically by snapping a photo on their smartphone. Xero safely stores these records in the cloud, removing the burden of manual data entry and lost paperwork.Real-time reports: Business owners can track operational performance instantly with accurate financial reports in Xero Lite. These insights allow owners to monitor cash trends and evaluate profit margins on demand.Full Connection to Business Apps: Xero Lite provides full access to the Xero App Store. This allows businesses to connect to a variety of specialised, integrated apps that work together to streamline everything from inventory to payments, providing a sophisticated digital toolkit as the business grows.Connected to Claude: Xero’s integration with Anthropic brings Claude directly into Xero and Xero’s financial data and tools into Claude.ai.A Stronger Foundation for Every Entrepreneur“Indonesian small business owners are incredibly entrepreneurial, but manual, fragmented accounting may be preventing them from realising their businesses' full potential,” said Koren Wines, Managing Director APAC at Xero. “Xero Lite is a low cost first step designed to help owners move beyond informal record-keeping, towards establishing the rigour and credibility needed to capture growth opportunities and elevate their business.”Xero Lite provides a simple entry point for businesses beginning their digital journey. As they become more confident and look to unlock greater value, they can upgrade to the Xero Starter plan, which includes features such as automated bank feeds.Xero Lite is available in Indonesia starting today. To see how simple business finances can be, visit xero.com/id.About XeroXero is a global small business platform that helps customers supercharge their business by bringing together the most important small business tools, including accounting, payroll and payments — on one platform. Xero’s powerful platform helps customers automate routine tasks, get timely insights, and connects them with their data, their apps, and their accountant or bookkeeper so they can focus on what really matters. Trusted by millions of small businesses and accountants and bookkeepers globally, Xero makes life better for people in small business, their advisors, and communities around the world. For further information, please visit xero.com(1)https://www.mdpi.com/2227-7072/14/3/66Media Contact:Xero APACPeggy Lee+65 8764 7047peggy.lee@xero.com Copyright 2026 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com

MANILA, May 20, 2026 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Xero, the global small business platform, today announced the launch of Xero Lite in the Philippines. Priced at just $7 USD per month, this plan is designed for Filipino micro and small businesses ready to take their first step away from messy notebooks and scattered receipts toward a simpler, digital way of running their business.While 60% of Filipino MSMEs aspire to use digital accounting software, current adoption stands at just 11%(1). This disparity leaves the vast majority of entrepreneurs tethered to manual, paper-based bookkeeping, which can make it challenging to keep pace with a fast-evolving business environment. Xero Lite offers an accessible starting point for these owners to automate their records for the first time, providing the visibility and control needed to modernise their operations.Essential Tools to Build a More Efficient BusinessXero Lite focuses on the practical tools that help a business become more professional and resilient without unnecessary complexity:Professional Invoicing: Business owners can create and send quotes and up to five invoices per month from a smartphone or computer. This replaces manual receipt books, helps businesses modernise their record-keeping, and supports faster payments.Automatic Receipt Capture: Users can extract data from bills and receipts automatically by snapping a photo on their smartphone. Xero safely stores these records in the cloud, removing the burden of manual data entry and lost paperwork.Real-time reports: Business owners can track operational performance instantly with accurate financial reports in Xero Lite. These insights allow owners to monitor cash trends and evaluate profit margins on demand.E-Invoicing Ready: Xero Lite is built to be e-invoicing ready. This gives owners the confidence that their business is prepared for future requirements.Full Connection to Business Apps: Xero Lite provides full access to the Xero App Store. This allows businesses to connect to a variety of specialised, integrated apps that work together to streamline everything from inventory to payments, providing a sophisticated digital toolkit as the business grows.Connected to Claude: Xero’s integration with Anthropic brings Claude directly into Xero and Xero’s financial data and tools into Claude.ai.A Stronger Foundation for Every Entrepreneur“The Philippines is on a steady path of digitalising its economy, but many MSME owners are still managing their businesses through manual or disconnected processes,” said Koren Wines, Managing Director APAC at Xero. “With Xero Lite, Filipino business owners can take that first step towards digitalisation, gaining better visibility, saving time on admin, and building a stronger foundation for the next stage of their journey.”Xero Lite provides a simple entry point for businesses beginning their digital journey. As they become more confident and look to unlock greater value, they can upgrade to the Xero Starter plan, which includes features such as automated bank feeds.Xero Lite is available in the Philippines starting today. To see how simple business finances can be, visit xero.com/ph.About XeroXero is a global small business platform that helps customers supercharge their business by bringing together the most important small business tools, including accounting, payroll and payments — on one platform. Xero’s powerful platform helps customers automate routine tasks, get timely insights, and connects them with their data, their apps, and their accountant or bookkeeper so they can focus on what really matters. Trusted by millions of small businesses and accountants and bookkeepers globally, Xero makes life better for people in small business, their advisors, and communities around the world. For further information, please visit xero.com(1) https://business.inquirer.net/551344/purpose-passion-profit-drive-msme-growth-in-phMedia Contact:Xero APACPeggy Lee+65 8764 7047peggy.lee@xero.com Copyright 2026 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com