Mitsubishi Power Completes GTCC Upgraded Reliability Package at VPI’s Damhead Creek Power Station ACN Newswire

Mitsubishi Power Completes GTCC Upgraded Reliability Package at VPI’s Damhead Creek Power Station

Damhead Creek Power StationLondon, UK, Jan 28, 2026 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Mitsubishi Power, a power solutions brand of Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, Ltd. (MHI), today announced the successful completion of an upgraded reliability package at the 812MW natural gas-fired gas turbine combined cycle (GTCC) power generation plant at Damhead Creek Power Station, which is owned and operated by leading power company VPI.The package for the facility at Damhead Creek consists of different elements which combined will achieve better start up response, increased performance and improved reliability. It also includes an upgrade to the turbine control system.These efficiency and reliability upgrades are vital for gas turbines, given that gas-fired power plants are increasingly being used as essential flexible assets that support intermittent renewable energy. This is especially true in countries like the UK, which have a high degree of renewable penetration and where these plants are required to frequently start and stop generation as and when the system needs it.Javier Cavada, President and CEO for Europe, Middle East and Africa at Mitsubishi Power , commented: "In today’s power grid, GTCCs are crucial - not only for keeping the lights on for homes and businesses - but also for the scale-up of renewable energy, by delivering flexible and reliable power generation. There is no renewable energy without thermal generation providing the reliability, flexibility and security of supply.This evolved role for gas fired generation is critical - but it is also one that places significant stress on GTCC plants generally and on the gas turbines specifically. The completion of the Upgraded Reliability Package at Damhead Creek will ensure that the plant is able to deliver power to homes in a more efficient and more reliable way for years to come, and in doing so, will ensure a more sustainable grid by supporting the integration of more renewable energy sources."The turbines at the GTCC plant were originally delivered to Damhead Creek by Mitsubishi Power in 2000. After purchasing the plant in 2021, VPI signed a service agreement with Mitsubishi Power to deliver a major programme of investment in the site to improve its efficiency and reliability. This included maintenance, management, parts supply and remote monitoring services for the gas turbines at the GTCC plant, and the delivery of the upgraded reliability package.Damhead Creek Power Station is a natural gas-fired power plant located on the Hoo Peninsula in Kent, England. Commissioned in 2001, Damhead Creek is a key source of flexible power for the South-East of England, serving around 1.1 million households. It is owned and operated by VPI.For more information about Mitsubishi Power and its innovations in the energy sector, please visit: https://power.mhi.com/regions/emea/ Copyright 2026 JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.jcnnewswire.com
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Energy Crisis Meets Physics AI: 51World (6651.HK) Eyes Trillion-Dollar Mining Market

HONG KONG, January 28, 2026 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) – At the 2026 CES, Stanford University professor Fei-Fei Li's presentation on spatial intelligence ignited the tech community—AI is transitioning from "text comprehension" to "interacting with the physical world," while a strategic power-play between computing capacity and energy resources has quietly intensified. According to the International Energy Agency, global data center electricity consumption will more than double within five years, surpassing 1,000 terawatts by 2030—equivalent to Japan's total electricity usage. With clean energy yet to fully replace coal as the "stabilizer" of energy supply, 51 WORLD (6651.HK) is injecting core momentum into intelligent coal mining through physical AI technology, bridging the value loop between AI and energy.The dual impetus of policy and market forces is catalyzing a golden era for intelligent coal mining. Seven national authorities have mandated that by 2026, smart technologies must account for at least 60% of China's coal mining capacity, with intelligent equipment replacing over 30% of hazardous positions. The smart coal mining market is projected to grow at a compound annual rate of 15% from 2024 to 2029, reaching a scale exceeding 30 billion yuan by 2029. Amid this wave, 51 WORLD has delivered an impressive performance through its 51GIM intelligent twin early warning platform, establishing itself as a benchmark for AI-powered energy solutions.At the 2025 People's Craftsmanship Brand Exhibition hosted by People's Daily Online, 51GIM's Intelligent Geological Energy Modeling Platform was honored with the "People's Craftsmanship Product" title, recognizing its groundbreaking technological innovations and proven implementation results. This accolade not only establishes 51GIM as a benchmark for high-quality development in the geological energy sector but also reflects authoritative media's endorsement of its technical prowess and product value. It further validates 51WORLD's commitment to advancing intelligent and high-quality development in the industry through technological innovation. Going forward, 51WORLD will continue to focus on digital twin technology, delivering more premium products to drive the transformation and upgrading of the energy industry, embodying the spirit of technological craftsmanship.Mining faces were once the domain of "experience-based decision-making," where complex geological conditions and hidden hazards perpetually posed risks. The 51GIM platform by 51 WORLD has equipped mines with a "CT scanner." Leveraging its proprietary AES-RT real-time geological base generation technology, the platform integrates disciplines like rock mechanics and mining-induced stress to create high-fidelity 3D dynamic models. These models enable real-time visualization of underground mineral distribution, geological structures, stress transfer, and hydrological changes, ushering in the era of "intelligent mining."The core of AI-powered physics algorithms delivers tangible technological implementation. Unlike basic 3D visualization, 51GIM investigates disaster mechanisms at their root, performing real-time stress distribution analysis and tracing stress transfer pathways to pinpoint disaster targets. At Hongqinghe Coal Mine, this platform achieved over 95% disaster localization accuracy, boosting prevention efficiency by 70%. It transformed mining management from a "scattergun" approach to precision-targeted governance, dramatically reducing safety risks while optimizing resource utilization through improved mining strategies. This provides an industry-wide replicable model for intelligent disaster prevention.The deep integration of AI and energy is reshaping industrial landscapes. As Li Feifei's spatial intelligence blueprint gradually materializes, 51 WORLD demonstrates through physical AI technology that only by bridging the "bit-to-watt" pathway can the AI energy consumption paradox be resolved. Amid the accelerating wave of intelligent coal mining implementation, this physical AI specialist is leveraging technology as the key to unlock dual dividends in energy digitization and AI-driven sustainability. Its growth story warrants sustained market attention. Copyright 2026 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com
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Fujitsu and Tokai National Higher Education and Research System develop space weather prediction capabilities technology leveraging AI ACN Newswire

Fujitsu and Tokai National Higher Education and Research System develop space weather prediction capabilities technology leveraging AI

KAWASAKI, Japan, Jan 28, 2026 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Fujitsu Limited and Tokai National Higher Education and Research System (THERS) today announced the successful development of a new technology to predict solar radiation events [1] and their potential impact. The new technology combines probability estimation and the identification of past similar events based on Fujitsu's Wide Learning explainable AI technology which is part of the Fujitsu Kozuchi XAI service.Solar radiation events have been difficult to predict using simple empirical methods based solely on solar flare magnitude. By leveraging AI, this technology extracts complex causal relationships and presents them in an explainable manner. Furthermore, by presenting past solar radiation events similar to those predicted, based on the extracted conditions, it allows for a comprehensive understanding of the actual impact on daily life and corresponding countermeasures that were implemented during those previous events.With this new technology, Fujitsu and THERS aim to establish an environment for promptly determining future solar radiation risks and countermeasures based on scientific evidence, thereby facilitating optimal operational decisions regarding possible lethal threats to astronauts in activities like extravehicular operations, lunar base planning, and crewed transport for lunar and Martian missions.Moving forward, Fujitsu and THERS will enhance the developed technology to protect vulnerable societal infrastructure including power grids, satellite communications, GPS, and polar flights from space weather impacts, thereby showcasing the efficacy of Fujitsu's Wide Learning and positioning it as a foundational technology for a sustainable and resilient society.Figure: Impacts of solar activity and solar radiation events Overview of the new technology Solar activity, including flares and coronal mass ejections (CMEs) [2], impacts societal infrastructure by causing communication outages, degrading GPS accuracy, and inducing power grid currents. Additionally, solar radiation events, while more likely with larger solar flares, pose unpredictable and serious threats to astronauts and satellites due to a weak correlation between flare size and radiation dosage, meaning that even relatively small flares can potentially deliver lethal doses of radiation in space.To address these challenges, Fujitsu and THERS have developed the following technologies to improve the accuracy of solar eruptive event predictions and provide scientific evidence for risk assessment in operational settings:1. Technology for estimating the probability of solar radiation events using Wide LearningUtilizing conditions identified by Wide Learning, the technology automatically selects past solar radiation events that are most similar to current predictions This enables operators to quickly understand not only event probabilities but also potential radiation levels and impacts by referencing data from analogous previous occurrences2. Technology for presenting past similar events based on prediction evidence Utilizing conditions identified by Wide Learning, the technology automatically selects past solar radiation events that are most similar to current predictionsThis enables operators to quickly understand not only event probabilities but also potential radiation levels and impacts by referencing data from analogous previous occurrencesAbout 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 113,000 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 3.6 trillion yen (US$23 billion) for the fiscal year ended March 31, 2025 and remains the top digital services company in Japan by market share. Find out more: global.fujitsuPress ContactsFujitsu LimitedPublic and Investor Relations DivisionInquiries Copyright 2026 JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.jcnnewswire.com
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The 19th Asian Financial Forum concludes successfully ACN Newswire

The 19th Asian Financial Forum concludes successfully

HONG KONG, January 27, 2026 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) – The 19th Asian Financial Forum (AFF), jointly organised by the Hong Kong SAR (HKSAR) Government and Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC), concluded successfully today. The forum attracted an enthusiastic response, drawing over 4,000 leaders from governments and business sectors across over 60 countries and regions. Over the two-day forum, over 150 financial officials, leaders of multilateral organisations, representatives from financial institutions and enterprises took the stages as speakers. The forum also launched the inaugural Global Business Summit to further integrate finance with key industries, driving innovation and economic development, while injecting strong momentum into Hong Kong as it embarks on a new chapter in the year ahead by strengthening its role through financial empowerment.The Asian Financial Forum kicked off International Financial Week 2026, marking the first significant financial event in the region this year. AFF’s various sessions, including Plenary Sessions, Keynote Luncheons, a Breakfast Panel and thematic workshops, were all well attended. Guests engaged actively in exchanges on a wide range of trending topics, offering valuable insights and forward-looking perspectives.At the Keynote Luncheon on the first day of AFF, Dr José Manuel Barroso, Former President of the European Commission, Former Prime Minister of Portugal, and the Chairman of the Advisory Board of Goldman Sachs International, delivered a keynote speech on Hong Kong’s pivotal role in fostering regional cooperation and how Asia can draw on Europe’s experience to deepen economic integration. Dr Barroso said: “What we are seeing now is a technological race. This creates instability. And so, the major companies in the world – American, European, but also in Asia – the leaders want to see how they can position their corporations in a favourable position facing the geopolitical risk and the technological risk.”Furthermore, at the Panel Discussion on Global Economic Outlook, Dr Zhu Min, Member of the Senior Expert Advisory Committee of the China Center for International Economic Exchanges (CCIEE), spoke about the opportunities that renminbi internationalisation will bring to Hong Kong. He said: “I see competition among the three major currencies. RMB internationalisation requires liquidity and a bond market – Hong Kong is perfectly positioned to provide this service.”At the forum yesterday, the Financial Services and the Treasury Bureau signed a cooperation agreement with the Shanghai Gold Exchange, marking a significant milestone in strengthening collaboration between the Hong Kong and Shanghai gold markets. The agreement established a high-level cooperative governance framework for Hong Kong’s central gold clearing system, explored opportunities for coordinated development of physical infrastructure, and enhanced market connectivity. This initiative represented an important step forward in Hong Kong’s development as an international gold trading hub.The inaugural Global Business Summit, co-organised by the Financial Services and the Treasury Bureau of the HKSAR Government, HKTDC and the Office for Attracting Strategic Enterprises (OASES), was held today as part of AFF. The summit opened with welcome remarks delivered by Paul Chan, Financial Secretary of the HKSAR Government, and Prof Frederick Ma, Chairman of the HKTDC.Prof Ma said: “Financial services help industries and investors maximise their investments and their impact. This will have far-reaching benefits, supporting continued technological breakthroughs, as well as closer integration and sustainable development. In this sense, the Global Business Summit reflects the greater emphasis we are placing on co-creation at this year’s AFF. In these unpredictable times, working together on shared goals adds to the agility and resilience of our economies, our industries and businesses, and our communities. Hong Kong, under the “One Country, Two Systems” arrangement, is perfectly suited to host these conversations and promote cross-sector collaboration, as a superconnector, super value-adder and supercollaborator. Our city is home to businesses from around the world. It is a bustling two-way gateway between the Chinese Mainland and the rest of the world – helping high-growth enterprises from the Chinese Mainland to go global, while enabling high-growth foreign enterprises to enter China.”A Pledging Ceremony today demonstrated the commitment of HKSAR Government, the HKTDC and AFF Partners in working together to assist Chinese Mainland enterprises in going global via the Hong Kong platform and to integrate into overall national development. AFF Partners included EY, HSBC, Bank of China (Hong Kong), Standard Chartered, UBS, CICC, Huatai Securities, Bank of Communication (Hong Kong) and China CITIC Bank International. During the summit, a series of plenary sessions were held, including Business Plenary I - Chinese Mainland Enterprises Going Global, and Business Plenary II - Strategic Collaboration for Shared Growth, focusing on the latest opportunities in global market expansion and inbound foreign investment.In Business Plenary I - Chinese Mainland Enterprises Going Global, chaired by Victor Chu, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, First Eastern Investment Group, and prominent business leaders from XPENG, Zhejiang Geely Holding Group, LONGi Green Energy, Wusawa Advisory, Alibaba Group, Seres Group, and Shanghai Industrial Investment (Holdings), discussed how Chinese Mainland enterprises are formulating global expansion strategies amid shifts in the macroeconomic landscape. The speakers explored challenges these companies face and emerging opportunities in their pursuit of international growth.Leading global investment institutions and business executives shared their observations and strategies for entering the Chinese Mainland market in Business Plenary II - Strategic Collaboration for Shared Growth. With national policies promoting stronger domestic demand and high-quality development, the Chinese Mainland offers abundant opportunities for international enterprises to expand cross-border collaboration and deepen their positions along industry value chains. The session featured remarks by Liu Haoling, President, China Investment Corporation and was chaired by Lincoln Pan, Chief Executive Officer, Jardine Matheson. Speakers included representatives from Banking Circle, Infineon AG, Investcorp, JP Morgan, Revolut and Triton Partners. They engaged in an in-depth discussion on how international companies can develop new business roadmaps in the Chinese Mainland through investment, partnerships and joint ventures. They examined Hong Kong’s critical role as a gateway for international enterprises entering the Chinese Mainland market.During the session, Mohammed Alardhi, Executive Chairman, Investcorp, said: “The China-Gulf Cooperation Council corridor is vital. We’re connecting companies throughout the corridor, implementing Chinese technology there, and buying Chinese vehicles for logistics. It bridges the world’s second-largest economy and the Gulf region, which is transforming with vast opportunities and capital. When you compare the valuations of Chinese companies and technologies with those from the West, there’s no comparison. There is a significant appetite in the Gulf region to partner with them.”The summit featured a series of discussion sessions covering high-growth, high-value sectors, including biomedicine and healthcare, green energy, new consumer trends, artificial intelligence and robotics. The speaker lineup was powerful. In the session titled “Biomedicine 2026: Trends, Challenges and Opportunities”, Amgen and Merck highlighted key challenges facing the industry; notably the high cost and lengthy cycles of R&D. They emphasised the need to build diversified and internationalised financing channels, enabling financial services to play an empowering, multiplier role in accelerating technological translation and commercialisation.The sessions “AI Infrastructure: Powering the Intelligent Supply Chain” and “AI Driven Robotics and Autonomous Technologies Revolutionising Industry” featured a who’s who of business leaders with speakers from DexForce Technology, JD.com and Pictet Group discussing scalable application strategies, key investment priorities and growth momentum generated through ecosystem collaboration. The latter session, chaired by Dr Allan Wong, Chairman and Group Chief Executive Officer, VTech Holdings Limited; leaders from AI² Robotics, Galbot and Tencent offered forward looking insights into how AI driven robotics can integrate into the real economy, transforming sectors such as healthcare, manufacturing and services, while creating entirely new investment opportunities.Polling on Future Technology Trends and Asset Allocation StrategiesAFF conducted real-time polling across multiple sessions to gauge participants’ views on the global economic outlook, their expectations for future financial and technological trends, and their asset-allocation strategies. More than 70% of attendees were neutral to optimistic about the global economic outlook for this year. Meanwhile, 51.2% of participants believed that in today’s rapidly evolving international landscape, priority should be given to developing artificial intelligence and AI-driven applications, followed by energy transition and sustainable development (20.3%).Onsite deal-making sessions and online platform extend outcomesThe HKTDC has long positioned AFF as a vital platform for facilitating international investment and driving substantive cooperation, proactively connecting enterprises with potential partners and providing business-matching opportunities. During the forum, HKTDC and the Hong Kong Venture Capital and Private Equity Association continued to co-organise AFF Deal-making. This year, AFF Deal-making attracted over 280 investors and over 600 investment projects, resulting in more than 800 one-on-one meetings that successfully connected global capital with investment opportunities. Among them, a returning participant from Thailand, who joined the event to explore new funding sources and co-investment opportunities, said he was pleased to have met several promising potential partners. An Australian food processing project owner also reported positive outcomes, noting that the platform helped identify potential partners who can provide support beyond financial investment, including practical expertise and technical guidance. The matching services will move online on Wednesday 28 and Thursday 29 January, allowing investors and project owners to continue connecting via the online platform.This year’s Project Investment Sessions highlighted several strategically essential development initiatives in Hong Kong. These included the Northern Metropolis, which drives cross-sector collaboration and industry upgrading; SKYTOPIA, the Airport City development shaping the future international aviation hub at Hong Kong International Airport; and the Hong Kong–Shenzhen Innovation and Technology Park, which accelerates the growth of the I&T ecosystem in the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area. Representatives of the respective organisations presented the latest project updates and investment opportunities on-site, offering participants deeper insights into Hong Kong’s long-term plans for regional connectivity, innovation-driven development and infrastructure enhancement, underscoring the city’s unique strengths as a premier international investment destination.In addition, on the first day of this year’s AFF, Hong Kong food-tech company Techvalue International and Australia’s Gryph Holdings signed a Memorandum of Understanding to establish a joint venture that will launch innovative plant-based products that can be prepared instantly with either cold or hot water. The collaboration was facilitated by the HKTDC Sydney Office, building on business connections the two parties developed through previous editions of AFF. The joint venture will first introduce its products in Papua New Guinea before gradually expanding into the Australian and New Zealand markets. It demonstrates Hong Kong’s pivotal role in enabling cross-border collaboration in food-tech innovation.Four zones showcase new opportunities in innovation, sustainability and investmentThis year’s AFF featured four key thematic zones – the FutureGreen Showcase, FintechHK Start-up Salon, InnoVenture Salon and Global Investment Zone – bringing together some 150 exhibitors, including EY (AFF’s Knowledge Partner), HSBC, Bank of China (Hong Kong), Standard Chartered, CICC and Huatai Securities. The newly introduced FutureGreen Showcase highlighted the latest applications in green finance and green technology, fostering capital matching and collaboration with sustainable development projects. Exhibitors showcased solutions spanning green certification and standards, climate-risk assessment and reporting, carbon-credit trading and management, regulatory compliance and ESG monitoring, demonstrating robust market demand for green transformation across different sectors.Two roundtable meetings were also held during AFF. The Hong Kong International Fundraising Roundtable 2026, held today, brought together senior executives from Chinese Mainland and overseas enterprises, as well as leaders from Hong Kong’s financial and professional services sectors, to discuss how to meet financing needs across various industries. The Attracting Strategic Enterprises: Roundtable on Hong Kong Opportunities held on the first day of the AFF was co-organised for the first time by the HKTDC and the OASES. The session provided a dedicated platform for key Chinese Mainland and international enterprises interested in establishing or expanding their presence in Hong Kong to connect with local financial and professional service providers.2026 International Financial Week kicks off, showcasing Hong Kong as a leading international financial centreInternational Financial Week 2026 officially commenced on 26 January, featuring 14 industry events that span a wide range of globally watched financial and business topics, including ASEAN opportunities, digital finance, green finance, family offices, private equity and alternative investments. Together, these events underscore Hong Kong’s unique role as the region’s most comprehensive and diversified international financial centre.WebsitesAsian Financial Forum: https://www.asianfinancialforum.com/aff/Photos Download: https://bit.ly/3M8fWBlThe 19th Asian Financial Forum, co-organised by the HKSAR Government and the HKTDC, concluded successfully today, attracting more than 4,000 leaders from the financial, political, and business sectors from over 60 countries and regions, including 80 Chinese Mainland and overseas business delegationsAt the Panel Discussion on Global Economic Outlook on the first day of AFF, Dr Zhu Min, Member of the Senior Expert Advisory Committee of the China Center for International Economic Exchanges (CCIEE), spoke about the opportunities that RMB internationalisation will bring to Hong Kong“AFF Partners Supporting GoGlobal” Pledging CeremonyOn the second day Keynote Luncheon, business leader, investor and philanthropist Paul Polman shared his insights as the keynote speakerPaul Chan, Financial Secretary of the HKSAR Government, delivered opening remarks at the inaugural Global Business SummitProf Frederick Ma, HKTDC Chairman, delivered opening remarks at the inaugural Global Business SummitDr Paul Burton (second left), Senior Vice President and Chief Medical Officer, Amgen, and Marc Horn (centre), Executive Vice President, Merck Group; President, Merck China, shared their insights during “Global Business Summit – Biomedicine 2026: Trends, Challenges, and Opportunities”AFF Deal-making this year attracted over 280 investors and over 600 investment projects, resulting in more than 800 one-on-one meetingsMedia enquiriesYuan Tung Financial RelationsLousie SongTel: (852) 3428 5690Email: lsong@yuantung.com.hkTiffany LeungTel: (852) 3428 2361Email: tleung@yuantung.com.hkHKTDC’s Communications & Public Affairs Department:Johnny TsuiTel: (852) 2584 4395Email: johnny.cy.tsui@hktdc.orgJane CheungTel: (852) 2584 4137Email: jane.mh.cheung@hktdc.orgSerena CheungTel: (852) 2584 4272Email: serena.hm.cheung.hktdc.orgAbout HKTDCThe Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) is a statutory body established in 1966 to promote, assist and develop Hong Kong's trade. With over 50 offices globally, including 13 in the Chinese Mainland, the HKTDC promotes Hong Kong as a two-way global investment and business hub. The HKTDC organises international exhibitions, conferences and business missions to create business opportunities for companies, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), in the mainland and international markets. The HKTDC also provides up-to-date market insights and product information via research reports and digital news channels. For more information, please visit: www.hktdc.com/aboutus. Copyright 2026 JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.jcnnewswire.com
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NEC Develops High-Efficiency, Compact Power Amplifier Module for 5G Base Station Radio Units ACN Newswire

NEC Develops High-Efficiency, Compact Power Amplifier Module for 5G Base Station Radio Units

TOKYO, Jan 28, 2026 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - NEC Corporation (NEC; TSE: 6701) today announced the development of a high-efficiency, compact Power Amplifier Module (PAM) for the sub-6GHz band, designed for integration into 5G base station Radio Units (RUs).PAMs are electronic components that amplify signals for long-distance radio transmission, and their power consumption accounts for approximately 75% of the total power consumed by an RU (*1). By integrating this high-efficiency PAM into RUs, NEC aims to reduce device power consumption and size, thereby contributing to overall power savings in 5G networks and reduced operational costs for telecommunication carriers.NEC plans to incorporate this PAM into new RUs scheduled for release in the first half of fiscal year 2026 (*2) and also envisions a global deployment of the PAM as a standalone product, including its application in base stations from other manufacturers.New Power Amplifier Module for 5G Base Station Radio Units (Front/Back)This PAM achieves both high efficiency and compactness, which has been challenging until now, by integrating NEC's strengths in high-efficiency circuit design technology using Gallium Nitride (GaN) devices, high-density mounting technology, and simulation expertise related to load modulation methods. Specifically, it achieves a high Power-Added Efficiency (PAE) of 50%, indicating the proportion of supplied DC power that can be used for amplifying radio signals. This results in a 10% reduction in power consumption compared to conventional PAMs (*3). Furthermore, it boasts a compact form factor of 10mm x 6mm.Since 5G networks utilize higher frequency bands compared to 4G, the coverage area of a single RU is relatively narrower. Therefore, to ensure comprehensive coverage across wide areas and even behind buildings, more RUs need to be deployed. By integrating this PAM into RUs, NEC aims to reduce the power consumption of individual RUs, contributing to overall power savings in 5G networks and lowering operational costs for telecommunication carriers.NEC will showcase this PAM at "MWC Barcelona 2026 (MWC2026)," the world's largest mobile-related exhibition, scheduled from March 2 to 5, 2026. At the venue, NEC will highlight the PAM's features, high-efficiency operation, energy-saving effects, and increased design flexibility for equipment.Going forward, NEC will continue to provide technologies that balance energy efficiency and high performance to realize sustainable network infrastructure.Some of the technologies used in the new device were obtained from a grant program (JPJ012368G50801) by the National Institute of Information and Communications Technology (NICT), Japan.(*1) According to NEC research (as of January 28, 2026)(*2) Press release: NEC Develops New 5G Base Station Radio Unit for Enhanced Communication Throughput, Compactness, and Energy Efficiency https://www.nec.com/en/press/202601/global_20260123_01.html(*3) According to NEC research (as of January 28, 2026)About NECThe NEC Group leverages technology to create social value and promote a more sustainable world where everyone has the chance to reach their full potential. NEC Corporation was established in 1899. Today, the NEC Group’s approximately 110,000 employees utilize world-leading AI, security, and communications technologies to solve the most pressing needs of customers and society.For more information, please visit https://www.nec.com, and follow us on LinkedIn and YouTube. Copyright 2026 JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.jcnnewswire.com
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Shoucheng Holdings-Backed Robotics Firms Set to Appear at 2026 CMG New Year’s Gala ACN Newswire

Shoucheng Holdings-Backed Robotics Firms Set to Appear at 2026 CMG New Year’s Gala

HONG KONG, January 28, 2026 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) – Several robotics companies backed by Shoucheng Holdings Limited (697.HK) are set to appear at the 2026 CMG New Year’s Gala, according to announcements released by China Media Group and related disclosures.Unitree Robotics, a portfolio company of Shoucheng Holdings, has been officially named a robot partner of the 2026 CMG New Year’s Gala. The appearance will mark Unitree’s third participation in the nationally televised event, following previous showcases in 2021 and 2025. The company is expected to present a new robotics performance combining humanoid and quadruped technologies.Another Shoucheng-backed company, Beijing Galbot Co., Ltd,referred to as “Galbot,” has been designated as the Gala’s embodied large-model robot. The designation highlights the growing role of embodied artificial intelligence systems that integrate perception, decision-making and physical execution, an area that has drawn increasing attention from policymakers and investors.In addition to Unitree and Galbot, market sources indicate that other robotics and embodied intelligence companies within Shoucheng Holdings’ investment portfolio may also be involved in the 2026 CMG New Year’s Gala through technical support or collaborative demonstrations. Details of their participation have not yet been formally announced and remain subject to final confirmation by China Media Group.Shoucheng Holdings has in recent years increased its exposure to the robotics and embodied intelligence sector, focusing on companies with commercial deployment potential across industrial, research and public-facing applications. The participation of multiple portfolio companies in the 2026 CMG New Year’s Gala underscores the sector’s growing visibility and the Chinese broadcaster’s continued emphasis on showcasing emerging technologies during its flagship annual program. Copyright 2026 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com
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GDX International Trading Company Ltd Announces Expansion into Southeast Asia, Focusing on Verified Ocean-Trade Orders

January 27, 2026 – (SeaPRwire) – GDX International Trading Company Ltd today announced that it plans to launch a Vietnam-focused verified order business project in March 2026. The initiative aims to enhance transaction transparency, optimize supply-chain management, and strengthen trust between customers and suppliers. As Vietnam’s economy continues to grow and foreign trade activity becomes increasingly dynamic, market demand for transparent and efficient trade solutions is rising. By implementing a verified order model, GDX International Trading Company Ltd seeks to provide clients with a more intuitive and secure trading experience, ensuring that every order can be processed quickly and accurately. The core vision of the project is to build a high-efficiency, transparent trading platform that meets the needs of diverse customers. Once the project goes live, customers will be able to track order status in real time, with visibility across every step from order placement to delivery—further strengthening buyer confidence. In addition, the company will leverage advanced information technologies to enable smarter operations, using data analytics to optimize each stage of the supply chain and improve overall efficiency. This project represents not only a major technological milestone for GDX International Trading Company Ltd , but also a proactive response to evolving market demand. The company will continue to pursue innovation and explore a wide range of trade and logistics solutions to adapt to changing market conditions. Looking ahead, GDX International Trading Company Ltd expects the verified order business to help more merchants expand into new markets while supporting sustainable growth. A senior executive of the company stated: “We believe the verified order business will deliver tangible value to our clients and partners. By building trust-based business relationships, we can stand out in an increasingly competitive market. This project is a key step in driving performance growth and strengthening our brand value.” GDX International Trading Company Ltd remains confident about the future and looks forward to creating greater value for customers through this innovative initiative, while continuing to expand its presence in Vietnam and across Southeast Asia.Website: https://www.gdxitc.com
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U.S. Polo Assn. Celebrates a Landmark Debut as the Official Jersey and Apparel Partner of the 41st Snow Polo World Cup St. Moritz ACN Newswire

U.S. Polo Assn. Celebrates a Landmark Debut as the Official Jersey and Apparel Partner of the 41st Snow Polo World Cup St. Moritz

WEST PALM BEACH, FL AND ST. MORITZ, SWITZERLAND, Jan 27, 2026 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - U.S. Polo Assn., the official sports brand of the United States Polo Association (USPA), celebrated its inaugural year as the Official Jersey and Apparel Partner of the 41st Snow Polo World Cup St. Moritz. The legendary three-day competition and record-breaking lifestyle event took place on the iconic frozen Lake St. Moritz in Switzerland's Engadin Valley and featured world-class competition, alpine elegance, fan activations, VIP experiences, and global sport celebration. More than 2,400 tons of infrastructure were installed directly onto the frozen lake of St. Moritz for this one-of-a-kind event. After two days and eight games of preliminaries, on Sunday, Jan. 25, Standing Rock prevailed over Flexjet in a close 6 - 4.5 victory.1. The intensity was high in the final Snow Polo World Cup game, with Standing Rock ultimately prevailing over Team Flexjet 6-4.5. Credit: Tony Ramirez/@imagesofpolo, @snowpolostmoritzMarking its 41st edition, the Snow Polo World Cup St. Moritz once again reaffirmed its status as the world's only high-goal polo tournament played on snow, bringing together elite international players and their accomplished equine partners. Breaking all records, St. Moritz hosted a more than 26,000-person audience of energized sports fans, media, models, influencers, and special guests from around the world, in one of the most breathtaking winter-sporting settings.Across the frozen lake, spectators were treated to a total of nine thrilling high-goal matches, culminating in an action-packed final on Sunday. The tournament showcased top international talent, featuring a roster of world-class competitors representing teams from across Asia, Europe, North and South America, and the Middle East.Congratulations to Team Standing Rock's Captain Philipp Müller (CH), Max Charlton (ENG), Raul Laplacette (ARG), and Nacho Gonzales (ENG) on their outstanding Snow Polo World Cup win. A converted penalty and a late goal by Raul Laplacette helped Standing Rock secure the win. A standout performance was also achieved by Second Place Team Flexjet with Team Captain Joaquin Castellvi (ESP), Pelayo Berazadi (ESP), David Stirling (URU) and Tito Gaudenzi (CH/USA).Laplacette of Standing Rock received the Game MVP award, while Big Brother, ridden by Max Charlton of Standing Rock won Best Playing Pony. The Best Playing Patron of the overall tournament was Team Captain Sebastien Aguettant (FRA) of Team St. Moritz - Top of the World."It has been an extraordinary experience for U.S. Polo Assn. to be the Official Jersey and Apparel Partner for Snow Polo World Cup St. Moritz for the first time," said J. Michael Prince, President and CEO of USPA Global, the company that manages and markets the multi-billion-dollar U.S. Polo Assn. brand. "This historic tournament perfectly reflects what U.S. Polo Assn. stands for, which is a mix of authentic sport, exceptional athletes, and a global community brought together through the sport in one of the most remarkable environments on earth.""Bravo to Standing Rock for their well-played victory here on the frozen lake at St. Moritz!" Prince added.Cementing the event's global status, in exciting breaking news, U.S. Polo Assn. has confirmed a major four-year commitment to Snow Polo World Cup St. Moritz, with the global sport brand confirmed as the Official Jersey and Apparel Partner until 2030.U.S. Polo Assn. was also the Trophy Ceremony Sponsor for the second Semi-Final, with U.S. Polo Assn.'s J. Michael Prince, Lorenzo Nencini, and Franco Zuccon presenting The U.S. Polo Assn. Cup with handmade Argentine leather canvas bags and a Matte Kit. It was Standing Rock that overtook Azerbaijan Land of Fire in that semi-final game to secure their spot in the final.Beyond the field, the Snow Polo World Cup St. Moritz delivered its signature blend of sport, luxury, and social atmosphere, with fan activations, VIP hospitality, exclusive events, and on-ice experiences unfolding throughout the weekend. U.S. Polo Assn.'s presence was integrated across the venue, from guest experiences to official outfitting. A shining star of the lake was the U.S. Polo Assn. Shop, presented by Enders Sport, where the U.S. Polo Assn. St. Moritz Capsule Collection was on full display, including the official Team Jerseys, official game puffer jackets, wool and cashmere sweaters, wool and cashmere quarter zips, and cashmere beanies. Guests of the shop were treated to glasses of Perrier Jouët."The Snow Polo World Cup St. Moritz brings together performance, heritage, and international visibility in a way that strengthens the U.S. Polo Assn. brand across Europe and reinforces its deep roots in the sport," said Lorenzo Nencini, CEO of Incom, U.S. Polo Assn.'s Western European apparel licensee. "Events like this play an important role in how U.S. Polo Assn. connects to consumers in the true spirit of the sport through our global brand."Founded in 1985, snow polo was born on Lake St. Moritz and has since evolved into one of the most iconic winter sporting spectacles in the world. The tournament's unique snow-and-ice playing surface, combined with the dramatic alpine landscape, continues to attract a discerning global audience and the sport's most accomplished players year after year."It was wonderful to welcome U.S. Polo Assn., as the Official Jersey and Apparel Partner for the first time, where they added an authentic, sport-driven style to this year's outstanding 41st year of high-goal snow polo in St. Moritz," said Reto Gaudenzi, Founder and CEO of the Snow Polo World Cup St. Moritz."I would also like to thank everyone involved in making this legendary event possible, our players, equine athletes, grooms, crew, and the press for their outstanding support to make the 41st Snow Polo World Cup St. Moritz possible," added Gaudenzi. "And, of course, to our incredible spectators and fans from around the world--hip, hip hooray, we will see you next year!" Gaudenzi added.With its successful debut at the 41st Snow Polo World Cup St. Moritz, and partnership commitment through 2030, U.S. Polo Assn. continues to expand its presence across the world's most prestigious sport destinations, supporting elite competition, honoring the heritage of the game, and connecting fans and consumers to the sport's authentic origins on a global stage.2. U.S. Polo Assn. store on the frozen lake, presented by Enders Sport, where World Cup spectators could purchase the U.S. Polo Assn. St. Moritz Capsule Collection. Credit: Johnnes Räbel/ @jfrctv, @snowpolostmoritz3. Executives J. Michael Prince, Lorenzo Nencini, and Franco Zuccon with U.S. Polo Assn., the Official Apparel and Jersey Partner of the Snow Polo World Cup St. Moritz, present gifts to Standing Rock, who won the 41st Snow Polo World Cup. Credit: Johnnes Räbel/ @jfrctv, @snowpolostmoritz4. Snow Polo World Cup St. Moritz influencers and spectators wear U.S. Polo Assn. as part of their incredible snow polo style. Credit @uspoloassnAbout U.S. Polo Assn.U.S. Polo Assn. is the official sports brand of the United States Polo Association (USPA), the largest association of polo clubs and polo players in the United States, founded in 1890 and located in Wellington, Florida. With a multi-billion-dollar global footprint and worldwide distribution through more than 1,200 U.S. Polo Assn. retail stores as well as thousands of additional points of distribution, U.S. Polo Assn. offers apparel, accessories, and footwear for men, women, and children in more than 190 countries worldwide. The brand sponsors major polo events around the world, including the U.S. Open Polo Championship®, held annually at NPC in The Palm Beaches, the premier polo tournament in the United States. Historic deals with ESPN in the United States, TNT and Eurosport in Europe, and Star Sports in India now broadcast several of the premier polo championships in the world, sponsored by U.S. Polo Assn., making the thrilling sport accessible to millions of sports fans globally for the very first time.U.S. Polo Assn. has consistently been named one of the top global sports licensors in the world alongside the NFL, PGA Tour, and Formula 1, according to License Global. In addition, the sport-inspired brand is being recognized internationally with awards for global growth. Due to its tremendous success as a global brand, U.S. Polo Assn. has been featured in Forbes, Fortune, Modern Retail, and GQ as well as on Yahoo Finance and Bloomberg, among many other noteworthy media sources around the world. For more information, visit uspoloassnglobal.com and follow @uspoloassn.About INCOMIncom S.P.A., founded in Montecatini Terme (PT) in 1951, operates under license as the apparel division of the U.S. Polo Assn. brand and also produces and distributes important global clothing brands. Moreover, Incom is among the leading suppliers of military and paramilitary clothing for the Italian State, including uniforms and technical clothing made with the special Float patent for floating garments. Since January 2008, Incom has been producing and distributing men's, women's, and children's clothing, underwear, and swimwear under the U.S. Polo Assn. brand in Europe, achieving steadily growing sales results. For more information: www.incomitaly.comAbout Snow Polo and the Evviva Polo St. Moritz Ltd.The year 1985 saw the first-ever polo competition and St. Moritz staging this world premiere. The Snow Polo World Cup has reigned over the last weekend in January in St. Moritz ever since. In 2014, leading exponents of snow polo in Switzerland founded Evviva Polo St. Moritz Ltd and signed a long-term contract with the town of St. Moritz, thus securing a sustained continuation of the Snow Polo World Cup St. Moritz. The Board of Directors consists of Dr Piero Dillier (President), Reto Gaudenzi (Founder, Vice-president and CEO) and Arndt Küchel; Jürg Reinger is the CFO. A well-rehearsed team of local and regional partners and the See Infra Ltd is working hand in hand with the organisers to carry out the tournament. For more information, visit www.snowpolo-stmoritz.com.Additional images (expires 2/22/26): https://we.tl/t-dhq9g7ts04B-Roll: https://f.io/2IOeyqfeTournament Name: 41st Snow Polo World Cup St. MoritzOfficial Apparel and Jersey Partner: U.S. Polo Assn.Final: Standing Rock vs. FlexjetA converted penalty and a late goal by Raul Laplacette helped Standing Rock secure the win.Score: 6 to 4.5, Standing Rock wins the 41st Snow Polo World Cup St. Moritz.###For Additional Information, Contact:Stacey Kovalsky (U.S.) - VP, Global PR and CommunicationsPhone +954-673-1331 - Email: skovalsky@uspagl.comPaola Varani, HUB (Italy)Phone +39 347 530 0742 Email: paolavarani@hubcomm.netSOURCE: U.S. Polo Assn. Copyright 2026 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com
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Radisson Announces Additional High-Grade Drill Results at O’Brien Including 23.37 g/t Au over 4.0 Metres and the Deepest Intercept to Date ACN Newswire

Radisson Announces Additional High-Grade Drill Results at O’Brien Including 23.37 g/t Au over 4.0 Metres and the Deepest Intercept to Date

Rouyn-Noranda, Quebec--(ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com - January 27, 2026) - Radisson Mining Resources Inc. (TSXV: RDS) (OTCQX: RMRDF) ("Radisson" or the "Company") is pleased to announce assay results from seven new drill holes completed at its 100%-owned O'Brien Gold Project ("O'Brien" or the "Project") located in the Abitibi region of Québec. The seven holes are the latest completed as part of the Company's ongoing 140,000-metre step-out drill program designed to test the overall scope of gold mineralization at the Project (see Radisson news release dated October 16, 2025). Three separate and equally significant results are contained within the new data (summarized below, and in Figure 1):1. Broad Mineralized Zones with High-Grade Vein Intercepts at "Trend #1", Extending New Mineralization to 1,450 Metres Vertical Depth, 375 Metres Below the Existing Mineral ResourcesOB-25-322W3 intersected 23.37 grams per tonne ("g/t") gold ("Au") over 4.0 metres (core length) including 60.60 g/t Au over 1.5 metres and 2.50 g/t Au over 19.0 metres including 4.94 g/t Au over 1.5 metres and including 3.93 g/t Au over 3.0 metres;OB-25-322W4 intersected 2.37 g/t Au over 11.5 metres including 10.89 g/t Au over 1.0 metre;2. Completion of Final 14th and 15th Wedges from Pilot Hole OB-24-337, Continuing the Delineation of New Mineralization in Multiple Veins Beneath the Historic Mine Workings OB-25-337W15 intersected 5.38 g/t Au over 4.5 metres including 8.86 g/t Au over 1.5 metres;OB-25-337W14 intersected 1.49 g/t Au over 16.1 metres including 4.26 g/t Au over 1.5 metres and including 3.37 g/t Au over 1.5 metres;3. Deepest Ever Intercept Beneath the Historic Mine with a New, Deep Pilot Hole Extending Mineralization to 1,620 Metres Vertical Depth and Providing Platform for Further DrillingOB-25-378 intersected 15.70 g/t Au over 1.1 metres;Matt Manson, President and CEO: "This latest batch of drill assays from O'Brien contain notable results from several areas of focus in our 140,000 metre step-out drill program. We continue to push the limits of known mineralization at O'Brien outwards and downwards. Two wedges completed from drill hole OB-24-322 demonstrate more characteristic zones of broad and mineralized alteration with high-grade quartz-sulphide-gold veins, pushing the known extents of the Project's "Trend #1" to a new depth extent of 1,450 metres. Beneath the historic O'Brien Mine, we have been reporting for the past 12 months the progressive delineation of a broad system of high-grade veins showing good continuity with the former mine workings above. The final two wedges drilled from the pilot hole OB-24-337 have also successfully intercepted these veins with reliable consistency. In fact, each of the fifteen wedges drilled from this pilot hole have returned vein intercepts with grades and thicknesses consistent with the Project's mineral resources: a 100% success rate in this developing area. Now, new pilot hole OB-25-378, representing a step-down in depth again, has intercepted further, multiple mineralized zones and high-grades, pushing this area of gold mineralization down to 1,620 metres vertical depth, the deepest intercepts yet achieved at the Project. We have not yet found the bottom of the O'Brien gold system. Six rigs are active at the Project site, with two more rigs mobilizing shortly."Figure 1: Longitudinal Vertical Section and Plan View of Gold Vein Mineralization and Mineral Resources at the O'Brien Gold Project, with Today's Drill Holes IllustratedTo view an enhanced version of this graphic, please visit:https://images.newsfilecorp.com/files/10977/281737_74e08c8d6491c912_001full.jpgTable 1: Assay Results from Select Drill HolesDDHZone From(m) To(m) CoreLength(m)Au g/t -UncutHost LithologyOB-25-322W3Trend #1 1,379.51,381.01.503.24V3-S 1,443.51,444.81.305.31POR-S 1,472.0 1,491.0 19.002.50 S1p/POR-N Including 1,477.0 1,478.5 1.504.94 S1p Including 1,484.5 1,487.5 3.003.93 S1p 1,531.0 1,535.0 4.0023.37 POR-N/V3-N Including 1,532.5 1,534.0 1.5060.60 POR-N/V3-N OB-25-322W4Trend #1 1,250.01,251.51.503.85V3-S 1,341.5 1,353.0 11.502.37 POR-S Including 1,347.5 1,348.5 1.0010.89 POR-S OB-25-337W14O'Brien Mine East 1,206.01,210.04.003.13V3-S 1,209.01,210.01.004.70V3-S 1,215.4 1,231.5 16.101.49 POR-S/V3-CEN Including 1,218.0 1,219.5 1.504.26 POR-S/V3-CEN Including 1,225.5 1,227.0 1.503.37 POR-S/V3-CEN 1,237.51,240.32.803.81V3-CEN 1,239.01,240.31.307.11V3-CEN 1,272.01,273.51.508.48S1pOB-25-337W15O'Brien Mine East 1,247.01,251.04.005.11V3-CEN 1,248.01,249.01.009.84V3-CEN 1,306.0 1,310.5 4.505.38 V3-N Including 1,307.5 1,309.0 1.508.86 V3-N OB-25-377W1O'Brien Mine West 1,204.9 1,214.3 9.403.48 V3-CEN Including 1,206.4 1,210.7 4.305.92 V3-CEN 1,224.91,226.01.103.00V3-CEN / S1p 1,243.01,245.02.004.74S1pIncluding1,244.01,245.01.006.44S1pOB-25-377W2O'Brien Mine West 1,302.01,303.01.008.09POR-N 1,327.71,329.82.103.67V3-NOB-25-378O'Brien Mine East 1,665.51,667.01.503.07POR-S 1,673.8 1,674.9 1.1015.70 POR-S 1,681.31,682.31.003.47POR-S 1,702.61,704.01.403.26V3-CEN Notes on Calculation of Drill Intercepts:The O'Brien Gold Project Mineral Resource Estimate effective May 6, 2025 ("MRE") utilizes a 2.20 g/t Au bottom cut-off, a US$2,000 gold price, a minimum mining width of 1.2 metres, and a 40 g/t Au upper cap on composites. Intercepts presented in Table 1 are calculated with a 3.00 g/t Au bottom cut-off. True widths, based on depth of intercept and drill hole inclination, are estimated to be 30-80% of core length. Table 2 presents additional drill intercepts calculated with a 1.00 g/t bottom cut-off over a minimum 1.0 metre core length so as to illustrate the frequency and continuity of mineralized intervals within which high-grade gold veins at O'Brien are developed. Lithology Codes: PON-S3: Pontiac Sediments; V3-S, V3-N, V3-CEN: Basalt-South, North, Central; S1P, S3P: Conglomerate; POR-S, POR-N: Porphyry South, North; TX: Crystal Tuff; ZFLLC: Larder Lake-Cadillac Fault Zone.Gold Mineralization at O'BrienGold mineralizing quartz-sulphide veins at O'Brien occur within a thin band of interlayered mafic volcanic rocks, conglomerates, and porphyritic andesitic sills of the Piché Group occurring in contact with the east-west oriented Larder Lake-Cadillac Break ("LLCB"). Gold, along with pyrite and arsenopyrite, is typically associated with shearing and a pervasive biotite alteration, and developed within multiple Piché Group lithologies and, occasionally, the hanging-wall Pontiac and footwall Cadillac meta-sedimentary rocks.As mapped at the historic O'Brien mine, and now replicated in the modern drilling, individual veins are generally narrow, ranging from several centimetres up to several metres in thickness. Multiple veins occur sub-parallel to each other, as well as sub-parallel to the Piché lithologies and the LLCB. Individual veins have well-established lateral continuity, with steeply plunging grade shoots developed over significant lengths. Based on the historic data available, it is clear that the former mine was "high-graded", with mining focussed on a main central stope and parallel veins identified but left undeveloped.The historic O'Brien mine produced over half a million ounces of gold from such veins and shoots at an average grade exceeding 15 g/t Au and over a vertical extent of at least 1,000 metres. Modern exploration has focussed on delineating well developed vein mineralization to the east of the historic mine, with additional high-grade shoots becoming evident in the exploration data over what has been described as a series of repeating trends ("Trend #s 0 to 5").Figure 2: Deep Step-Out Drill Holes Completed and/or Published by the Company since December 2024To view an enhanced version of this graphic, please visit:https://images.newsfilecorp.com/files/10977/281737_74e08c8d6491c912_003full.jpgStep-Out Drilling at O'BrienSince the end of 2024, Radisson has been pursuing a program of broad step-outs beneath the historic O'Brien Gold mine and the existing mineral resources designed to test the extent of mineralization at the Project. This drilling is accomplished with pilot holes followed by wedges and directional drilling to maximize drill efficiency. On October 16, 2025, Radisson announced the expansion of the step-out drill program to 140,000 metres employing an eventual eight drill rigs. Since this program began, 84% of completed drill holes have intersected gold mineralization with grades and core-lengths consistent with the Project's Mineral Resources (Table 2).Table 2: Drill Results Published for the O'Brien Gold Project since December 2024Date of PublicationTotal Number of Drill HolesDrill Holes withIntercepts >+3g/tSuccess Rate (%)January 27th, 202677100%January 6th, 20266583%28th October 2025151387%8th September, 2025151387%16th July 2025141179%2nd April 202533100%26th February 2025201575%16th December 202411100%Total816884% The origin of the step-out drill program was the deep pilot hole OB-24-337, which was the first exploration drill hole located below the former mine workings since mining ended in 1957. This hole intersected 31.24 g/t Au over 8.0 metres, including 242.0 g/t Au over 1.0 metre at approximately 1,500 metres vertical depth (see Radisson news release dated December 16, 2024). With today's results, a full complement of assay results from all fifteen wedges drilled from OB-24-337 have now been reported and up to eight gold-bearing veins have been delineated. Drilling in this area will now focus on new pilot hole OB-25-378 which has been successfully completed to a vertical depth of 1,740 metres. This hole has returned multiple zones of alteration and gold mineralization, showing continuity with the multiple-vein system modelled above, and a high-grade vein intercept of 15.70 g/t Au over 1.1 metres at 1,620 metres vertical depth, the deepest intercept ever returned at the Project. Taken together, the results extend the area of new mineralization beneath the historic mine workings to approximately 250 metres (east-west) by 600 metres (vertical). Drilling of the first wedge from pilot hole OB-25-378 is currently underway.Today's release includes drill assays from two wedges completed from pilot hole OB-24-322 testing the downward extension of the Project's "Trend #1". Both wedges returned broad zones of mineralized alteration with high-grade vein intercepts, including OB-25-322W3 with 23.37 g/t Au over 4.0 metres including 60.60 g/t Au over 1.5 metres. Recall that drilling in this area has returned similarly high-grade intercepts, including OB-24-324 with 27.61 g/t Au over 6.0 metres including 102.0 g/t Au over 1.1 metres and 6.83 g/t Au over 10.0 metres including 40.2 g/t Au over 1.5 metres, and the OB-24-322 pilot hole itself which returned 8.75 g/t Au over 5.2 metres including 27.2 g/t Au over 1.4 metres (Figure 3 and Radisson news release dated September 24, 2024). These results, taken together, have extended gold mineralization at Trend #1 to 1,450 metres vertical depth, 375 metres below the current Mineral Resources.Today's release also includes results from two wedges from pilot hole OB-25-377 located between the western and eastern portions of the former mine (Figure 1). These holes have returned multiple zones of mineralization, such as OB-25-377W1 with 3.48 g/t Au over 9.4 metres including 5.92 g/t Au over 4.3 metres. This area had previously been thought to have lower potential for new mineral resources, given the absence of mining stopes above. The new intercepts illustrate the broad extent of the O'Brien gold mineralizing system and the high-grading nature of the former mine.Figure 3: Vertical Cross Section through "Trend #1 with Pilot Holes OB-24-322 and 324, and WedgesTo view an enhanced version of this graphic, please visit:https://images.newsfilecorp.com/files/10977/281737_74e08c8d6491c912_004full.jpgTable 3: Detailed Assay Results (see "Notes on Calculation of Drill Intercepts")DDHZone From(m) To(m) CoreLength(m)Au g/t -UncutHost LithologyOB-25-322W3Trend #1 1,379.5 1,381.0 1.503.24V3-S 1,440.51,444.84.302.48POR-SIncluding 1,443.5 1,444.8 1.305.31POR-S 1,472.01,491.019.002.50S1p/POR-NIncluding 1,477.0 1,478.5 1.504.94S1pIncluding 1,484.5 1,487.5 3.003.93S1p 1,531.0 1,535.0 4.0023.37POR-N/V3-NIncluding 1,532.5 1,534.0 1.5060.60POR-N/V3-N 1,538.21,539.51.301.28S3pOB-25-322W4Trend #1 1,247.01,251.54.502.57V3-SIncluding 1,250.0 1,251.5 1.503.85V3-S 1,334.01,335.51.501.55POR-S 1,341.51,353.011.502.37POR-SIncluding 1,347.5 1,348.5 1.0010.89POR-S 1,360.21,364.24.001.10POR-S 1,377.51,383.56.001.28S1p 1,405.01,406.51.501.40POR-NOB-25-337W14O'Brien Mine East 1,109.01,110.51.503.06PON-S3 1,188.01,189.51.501.24V3-S 1,195.51,197.01.501.81V3-S 1,206.0 1,210.0 4.003.13V3-SIncluding 1,209.0 1,210.0 1.004.70V3-S 1,215.41,231.516.101.49POR-S/V3-CENIncluding 1,218.0 1,219.5 1.504.26POR-S/V3-CENIncluding 1,225.5 1,227.0 1.503.37POR-S/V3-CEN 1,237.5 1,240.3 2.803.81V3-CENIncluding 1,239.0 1,240.3 1.307.11V3-CEN 1,264.51,266.01.501.05S1p 1,272.0 1,273.5 1.508.48S1p 1,283.31,284.81.502.09TX 1,328.01,329.51.502.58S3pOB-25-337W15O'Brien Mine East 1,239.01,240.11.101.11POR-S 1,247.0 1,251.0 4.005.11V3-CENIncluding 1,248.0 1,249.0 1.009.84V3-CEN 1,282.51,284.01.501.06S1p 1,293.01,294.01.001.13POR-N 1,296.01,297.41.401.74POR-N 1,298.91,300.01.101.34V3-N 1,306.0 1,310.5 4.505.38V3-NIncluding 1,307.5 1,309.0 1.508.86V3-NOB-25-377W1O'Brien Mine West 1,196.91,197.91.001.44V3-CEN 1,204.9 1,214.3 9.403.48V3-CENIncluding 1,206.4 1,210.7 4.305.92V3-CEN 1,222.01,227.55.501.94V3-CEN / S1pIncluding 1,224.9 1,226.0 1.103.00V3-CEN / S1p 1,235.01,236.51.502.80S1p 1,243.0 1,245.0 2.004.74S1pIncluding 1,244.0 1,245.0 1.006.44S1p 1,249.01,250.01.001.18S1p 1,271.51,272.71.201.30V3-NOB-25-377W2O'Brien Mine West 1,206.61,210.53.901.76POR-S / V3-CEN 1,291.01,296.05.001.10S1p 1,297.41,304.57.102.03POR-NIncluding 1,302.0 1,303.0 1.008.09 POR-N 1,327.71,333.55.801.97V3-NIncluding 1,327.7 1,329.8 2.103.67V3-NOB-25-378O'Brien Mine East 1,653.01,654.51.501.10POR-S 1,664.01,667.03.002.14POR-SIncluding 1,665.5 1,667.0 1.503.07 POR-S 1,673.8 1,674.9 1.1015.70 POR-S 1,681.31,689.98.601.15POR-SIncluding 1,681.3 1,682.3 1.003.47 POR-S 1,701.51,704.02.502.40V3-CENIncluding 1,702.6 1,704.0 1.403.26 V3-CEN 1,713.51,715.01.503.47S1p 1,746.51,748.01.502.01TX Table 4: Drill Hole Collar Information for Holes contained in this News Release HELLODDHZoneEastingNorthingAzimuthDipHole Length (m)OB-25-322W3Trend #169419953450980-85.0687.0OB-25-322W4Trend #169419953450980-85.0650.0OB-25-337W14O'Brien Mine East6937005345070346-79.5460.0OB-25-337W15O'Brien Mine East6937005345070346-79.5476.0OB-25-377W1O'Brien Mine West6932725345054345-79.5686.0OB-25-377W2O'Brien Mine West6932725345054345-79.5710.0OB-25-378O'Brien Mine East6936405345014357-83.01820.0Notes:Hole lengths for wedges represent meterage from point of wedge. Drill holes OB-24-322 and OB-24-337 were completed in 2024 while their wedge branches were drilled in 2025.QA/QCAll drill cores in this campaign are NQ in size. Assays were completed on sawn half-cores, with the second half kept for future reference. The samples were analyzed using standard fire assay procedures with Atomic Absorption (AA) finish at ALS Laboratory Ltd, in Val-d'Or, Québec. Samples yielding a grade higher than 10 g/t Au were analyzed a second time by fire assay with gravimetric finish at the same laboratory. Mineralized zones containing visible gold were analyzed with metallic sieve procedure. Standard reference materials, blank samples and duplicates were inserted prior to shipment for quality assurance and quality control (QA/QC).Starting in December 2025, Radisson's drill core samples have been sent to MSALABS's analytical laboratory located in Val-d'Or, Québec, for preparation and gold analysis. The entire sample is dried and crushed (70% passing a 2-millimeter sieve) and split to 500 g. The analysis for gold is performed on an approximately 500 g aliquot using Chrysos Photon Assay™ technology. Standard reference materials, blank samples and duplicates were inserted for quality assurance and quality control.MSALABS and ALS Chemex operate under ISO/IEC 17025 accreditation, utilizing industry-standard QA/QC frameworks for gold analysis. By integrating blanks, duplicates, and CRMs into their workflows, both labs adhere to established benchmarks that ensure precise, reliable, and verifiable results.QP DisclosureDisclosure of a scientific or technical nature in this news release was prepared under the supervision of Mr. Richard Nieminen, P.Geo, (QC), a geological consultant for Radisson and a Qualified Person for purposes of NI 43-101. Mr. Luke Evans, M.Sc., P.Eng., ing, of SLR Consulting (Canada) Ltd., is the Qualified Person responsible for the preparation of the MRE at O'Brien. Each of Mr. Nieminen and Mr. Evans is independent of Radisson and the O'Brien Gold Project.About Radisson MiningRadisson is a gold exploration company focused on its 100% owned O'Brien Gold Project, located in the Bousquet-Cadillac mining camp along the world-renowned Larder-Lake-Cadillac Break in Abitibi, Québec. A July 2025 Preliminary Economic Assessment described a low cost and high value project with an 11-year mine life and significant upside potential based on the use of existing regional infrastructure. Indicated Mineral Resources are estimated at 0.58 million ounces (2.20 million tonnes at 8.2 g/t Au), with additional Inferred Mineral Resources estimated at 0.93 million ounces (6.67 million tonnes at 4.4 g/t Au). Please see the NI 43-101 "O'Brien Gold Project Technical Report and Preliminary Economic Assessment, Québec, Canada" effective June 27, 2025, and other filings made with Canadian securities regulatory authorities available at www.sedarplus.ca for further details and assumptions relating to the O'Brien Gold Project. For more information on Radisson, visit our website at www.radissonmining.com or contact:Matt MansonPresident and CEO416.618.5885mmanson@radissonmining.comKristina PillonManager, Investor Relations 604.908.1695kpillon@radissonmining.comForward-Looking StatementsThis news release contains "forward-looking information" within the meaning of the applicable Canadian securities legislation that is based on expectations, estimates, projections, and interpretations as at the date of this news release. Forward-looking statements including, but are not limited to, statements with respect to the ability to execute the Company's plans relating to the O'Brien Gold Project as set out in the Preliminary Economic Assessment; the Company's ability to complete its planned exploration and development programs; the absence of adverse conditions at the O'Brien Gold Project; the absence of unforeseen operational delays; the absence of material delays in obtaining necessary permits; the price of gold remaining at levels that render the O'Brien Gold Project profitable; the Company's ability to continue raising necessary capital to finance its operations; the ability to realize on the mineral resource and mineral reserve estimates; assumptions regarding present and future business strategies; local and global geopolitical and economic conditions and the environment in which the Company operates and will operate in the future; planned and ongoing drilling; the significance of drill results; the ability to continue drilling; the impact of drilling on the definition of any resource; and the ability to incorporate new drilling in an updated technical report and resource modelling; the Company's ability to grow the O'Brien Gold Project; and the ability to convert inferred mineral resources to indicated mineral resources.Any statement that involves discussions with respect to predictions, expectations, interpretations, beliefs, plans, projections, objectives, assumptions, future events or performance (often but not always using phrases such as "expects", or "does not expect", "is expected", "interpreted", "management's view", "anticipates" or "does not anticipate", "plans", "budget", "scheduled", "forecasts", "estimates", "believes" or "intends" or variations of such words and phrases or stating that certain actions, events or results "may" or "could", "would", "might" or "will" be taken to occur or be achieved) are not statements of historical fact and may be forward-looking information and are intended to identify forward-looking information. Except for statements of historical fact relating to the Company, certain information contained herein constitutes forward-looking statements Forward-looking information is based on estimates of management of the Company, at the time it was made, involves known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors which may cause the actual results, performance or achievements of the companies to be materially different from any future results, performance or achievements expressed or implied by such forward-looking information. Such factors include, among others; the risk that the O'Brien Gold Project will never reach the production stage (including due to a lack of financing); the Company's capital requirements and access to funding; changes in legislation, regulations and accounting standards to which the Company is subject, including environmental, health and safety standards, and the impact of such legislation, regulations and standards on the Company's activities; price volatility and availability of commodities; instability in the global financial system; the effects of high inflation, such as higher commodity prices; the risk of any future litigation against the Company; changes in project parameters and/or economic assessments as plans continue to be refined; the risk that actual costs may exceed estimated costs; geological, mining and exploration technical problems; failure of plant, equipment or processes to operate as anticipated; accidents, labour disputes and other risks of the mining industry; delays in obtaining governmental approvals or financing; risks relating to the drill results at O'Brien; the significance of drill results; and the ability of drill results to accurately predict mineralization. Although the forward-looking information contained in this news release is based upon what management believes, or believed at the time, to be reasonable assumptions, the parties cannot assure shareholders and prospective purchasers of securities that actual results will be consistent with such forward-looking information, as there may be other factors that cause results not to be as anticipated, estimated or intended, and neither the Company nor any other person assumes responsibility for the accuracy and completeness of any such forward-looking information. The Company believes that this forward-looking information is based on reasonable assumptions, but no assurance can be given that these expectations will prove to be correct and such forward-looking statements included in this press release should not be unduly relied upon. The Company does not undertake, and assumes no obligation, to update or revise any such forward-looking statements or forward-looking information contained herein to reflect new events or circumstances, except as may be required by law. These statements speak only as of the date of this news release.Please refer to the "Risks and Uncertainties Related to Exploration" and the "Risks Related to Financing and Development" sections of the Company's Management's Discussion and Analysis dated April 29, 2025 for the year ended December 31, 2024, and the Company's Management's Discussion and Analysis dated November 26, 2025 for the three month period ended September 30, 2025, all of which are available electronically on SEDAR+ at www.sedarplus.ca. All forward-looking statements contained in this press release are expressly qualified by this cautionary statement.Neither the TSX Venture Exchange nor its Regulation Services Provider (as that term is defined in the policies of the TSX Venture Exchange) accepts responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this news release. No stock exchange, securities commission or other regulatory authority has approved or disapproved the information contained herein.To view the source version of this press release, please visit https://www.newsfilecorp.com/release/281737 Copyright 2026 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com
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Cost Breakdown Revealed for World’s First 8K Panoramic Drone: Yingling A1 Hardware Standard Kit Cost Estimated at RMB 5,512.52 ACN Newswire

Cost Breakdown Revealed for World’s First 8K Panoramic Drone: Yingling A1 Hardware Standard Kit Cost Estimated at RMB 5,512.52

HONG KONG, January 27, 2026 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) – The Antigravity A1 standard bundle, launched by Insta360, is the world's first 8K panoramic drone, focusing on panoramic imaging and immersive FPV control, offering an innovative experience of "shoot once, freely compose in post-production." Since its release, the product has garnered widespread attention from both the industry and consumers. According to a recent report by Wellsenn XR, the BOM cost of the Antigravity A1 standard bundle is approximately $612.09, with a total hardware cost of about $687.09. Based on an exchange rate of 7 and a value-added tax (VAT) of 13%, the after-tax total cost of the Antigravity A1 standard bundle is approximately 5,512.52 RMB.Breakdown of total hardware cost by category:Micro OLED screen cost: approximately $130, accounting for 18.92%. SOC cost: approximately $101, accounting for 14.70%. Camera module cost: approximately $68, accounting for 9.90%. Pancake lens cost: approximately $40, accounting for 5.82%. RAM cost: approximately $39, accounting for 5.68%. ROM cost: approximately $32, accounting for 4.66%. Overall, the combined core cost of the screen, SOC chip, optical module, camera, RAM, and ROM amounts to $410, accounting for 59.67% of the total.Breakdown of total hardware cost by supply chain manufacturer:SeeYA, as the Micro OLED screen supplier, contributes approximately $130 in value, accounting for 18.92%. Qualcomm, as the supplier of the flight goggles SOC, power management chip, and WiFi/Bluetooth chip, contributes approximately $85 in value, accounting for 12.37%. Luxshare, as the drone manufacturer, contributes approximately $49 in value, accounting for 7.13%. Goertek, as the Pancake module supplier, contributes approximately $40 in value, accounting for 5.82%. Ambarella, as the supplier of the drone AI vision processor, contributes approximately $35 in value, accounting for 5.09%. Micron, as the RAM supplier, contributes approximately $32 in value, accounting for 4.66%. The drone SOC adopts D-Robots Sunrise 5 derived from Horizon Robotics.Breakdown of total hardware cost by component type:Chip cost is the highest, at approximately $276.56, accounting for 40.25%. Optical component cost: approximately $176, accounting for 25.62%. OEM/ODM cost: approximately $75, accounting for 10.92%. Camera cost: approximately $68, accounting for 9.90%. Structural component cost: approximately $31.6, accounting for 4.60%.Breakdown of total hardware cost by supplier nationality:Domestic suppliers contribute approximately $506.53 in value, accounting for 73.72%. Overseas suppliers contribute approximately $180.56 in value, accounting for 26.28%.Within overseas suppliers: U.S. suppliers contribute approximately $170.56 in value, accounting for 24.82%. Japanese suppliers contribute approximately $4.2 in value, accounting for 0.61%. Dutch suppliers contribute approximately $3 in value, accounting for 0.44%. Swiss suppliers contribute approximately $2.8 in value, accounting for 0.41%. Copyright 2026 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com
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Capcon: Prestige 100 Singapore and Top Business Service and Quality Awards 2025/2026

EQS via SeaPRwire.com / 27/01/2026 / 17:12 UTC+8 In the ever-evolving world of semiconductors, innovation, precision, and reliability are paramount. At the forefront of this high-stakes industry stands Capcon Limited — a dynamic Singapore-based company that has rapidly earned a reputation for delivering cutting-edge solutions in advanced semiconductor packaging. Since its inception in 2014, Capcon has grown from a bold startup idea into a global player in advanced-level packaging, with a vision to reshape the standards of the industry. Capcon’s story is one of resilience, innovation, and determination. Co-founded by Mr Wang Honggang, who also serves as the company’s co-founder and CTO, Capcon was born out of a desire to continue innovating after a prior R&D centre in Singapore closed. Rather than let the curtain fall on a promising technology, the team decided to pursue a more ambitious path: to design and build differentiated bonding machines that would provide customers with faster, more accurate, and cost-effective solutions for advanced packaging needs. This drive was fuelled by the rising global demand for advanced packaging tools capable of handling new materials and complex chip designs— especially in the context of AI, high-performance computing (HPC), and next- generation electronics. Capcon specializes in designing and manufacturing high-speed, high- precision bonders—machines that lie at the heart of the semiconductor packaging process. These tools enable customers to achieve faster throughput, higher yields, and better cost-of-ownership compared to traditional options. What sets Capcon apart is its holistic approach. Beyond providing hardware, the company also helps customers validate and scale processes through pilot/demo lines, enabling them to see real-world results before committing to full-scale deployment. This “proof-before-purchase” model has earned Capcon the trust of tier-1 global customers, even winning out against long- established competitors despite their aggressive pricing strategies. Starting up in the semiconductor equipment space is no small feat. Capcon faced numerous challenges in its early years, from capital intensity to brand invisibility in a market dominated by 50–130-year-old incumbents. Yet, the company tackled these hurdles head-on. It secured angel funding, placed engineers onsite to ensure customer success, and transformed demo-line wins into 24/7 high-volume manufacturing (HVM) lines at key customer sites. Capcon’s approach reflects its customer-first culture, marked by speed, precision, and a strong sense of ownership. Whether it’s a technical issue or a new integration challenge, the company’s teams are known for their fast response and ability to innovate under pressure. With headquarters in Singapore and operational footprints in China, Taiwan, Southeast Asia, and North America, Capcon is already a global company. It leverages a network of regional agents, partners, and process-IP collaborators to reach customers worldwide. Though it doesn’t operate through formal franchises, its strategy of deep collaboration allows for flexibility, rapid customization, and seamless integration. Looking ahead, Capcon is setting its sights on Europe, where conversations with potential partners are already underway. In the next year, the company plans to expand its demo-line capacity and key installations, while its five- year vision includes capturing a 15% global market share in wafer-level packaging, expanding its 2.5D/3D tool family, and deepening its presence in North America and Europe. Capcon’s R&D roadmap is as ambitious as its business goals. Development plans include new face-up/face-down bonding variants, enhanced 2.5D/3D packaging capabilities, and significantly improved vision and automated optical inspection (AOI) systems. These innovations are designed to keep Capcon’s customers ahead in a world where product cycles are shrinking and performance demands are rising. What further distinguishes Capcon is its tight control over operations. With system ownership in Singapore and manufacturing in China, the company ensures quality while maintaining cost competitiveness. Standardized platforms, clear service protocols, and detailed build playbooks all contribute to operational excellence. Beyond its commercial goals, Capcon is committed to societal development. The company collaborates with universities and offers training via its demo lines, preparing the next generation of semiconductor engineers and operators. As it continues to scale, Capcon aims to launch more formal community programs, further embedding itself in the ecosystems it serves. Employee performance is managed through structured KPIs, half-yearly reviews, and goal alignment with product roadmaps. The result is a builder- driven, innovation-focused culture where each team member is empowered to “own the outcome.” Capcon’s rise in the semiconductor landscape is marked by notable achievements. Among the highlights are wins against entrenched incumbents, where Capcon not only matched but exceeded performance benchmarks—even after rival companies slashed prices. Perhaps most satisfying, however, are the moments when pilot demos at customer sites evolved into full-scale, 24/7 production operations—a testament to the trust and results Capcon delivers. Its unique selling propositions include faster machines, precision engineering, strong application support, and rapid engineering turnaround. These factors have cemented Capcon’s position as a go-to partner in advanced packaging. A comprehensive S.W.O.T. analysis highlights Capcon’s strengths in technology ownership, precision, and responsiveness. While brand maturity remains a challenge, the company is well-positioned to seize growth opportunities created by the AI/HPC boom, rising demand for chiplets and 2.5D/3D packaging, and geopolitical shifts encouraging tech onshoring in the U.S. and Europe. By staying ahead of supply chain risks, technology shifts, and competitive pricing pressure, Capcon is charting a bold course for long-term success. In just a few years, Capcon Limited has transformed from a daring idea into a serious contender in the global semiconductor equipment market. With its unwavering focus on technology, customer success, and innovation, Capcon is not just keeping pace with industry leaders—it is redefining what’s possible in advanced packaging. As the demand for smarter, faster, and more efficient chips continues to grow, Capcon is ready to meet the future by every breakout in high-accuracy bonding technology. 27/01/2026 Dissemination of a Financial Press Release, transmitted by EQS News.The issuer is solely responsible for the content of this announcement.Media archive at www.todayir.com
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Spritzer Celebrates CNY 2026 with ‘Unstoppable Love’ – A Story of Timeless Love, Family Bonds and Healthier Festive Choice ACN Newswire

Spritzer Celebrates CNY 2026 with ‘Unstoppable Love’ – A Story of Timeless Love, Family Bonds and Healthier Festive Choice

Figure 1 and 2: Unstoppable Love, Spritzer’s Chinese New Year 2026 festive film, brings meaningful storytelling to life through a heartwarming tale of love and family starring Dior and Jobroseph.From a joyful festive film to immersive roadshow experiences, Spritzer celebrates love, togetherness and the little moments that matter this Chinese New YearChinese New Year is a season of reunion, reflection and renewal. This year, Spritzer invites Malaysians to celebrate these connections with a campaign that blends heartfelt storytelling, immersive festive experiences and a clear purpose: supporting families with healthier hydration choices at every reunion table.As Malaysians become more mindful of sugar intake and overall well-being, Spritzer aims to be the drink of choice throughout the festive season. With natural mineral water rich in silica and Spritzer Sparkling with zero sugar, zero sweeteners and zero calories, families can fully enjoy celebrations without compromising their health. Because when we care about the people we love, we also care about what we serve them.Figure 3 and 4: Every celebration is an act of care. With natural mineral water rich in silica, Spritzer Sparkling with zero sugar, zero sweeteners and zero calories fits right into the moment.Bringing this message of togetherness and enduring connection to life is Spritzer’s Chinese New Year 2026 film is 'Unstoppable Love’, a heartwarming film that follows Dior (大穎) and Joseph Lee (李文键) a.k.a Jobroseph as a modern couple whose family reunion sparks an unexpected time-travel adventure through their past lives. From the present-day to ancient eras, their journey humorously explores how love and family values remain constant, even as the world changes. With tender moments along the way, ‘Unstoppable Love’ shares a story that will warm hearts and spark conversations for the season, and the film is available for viewing on Spritzer’s Official Microsite and YouTube channel.“At its heart, ‘Unstoppable Love’ reflects a truth many families know, that love is not always easy, and acceptance often takes time,” said Shiao Chan, Head of Marketing at Spritzer. “The film highlights how patient and sincere love helps foster understanding and brings families closer across generations. Chinese New Year is more than just tradition, it is a time of renewal, connection and shared family joy. Our way of contributing to these moments is through a gesture of care by providing refreshing, healthier beverages that complements family togetherness, be it at the reunion table, as a gift, or in shared moments of conversation.”Figure 5: Bringing the celebration closer, visitors can share a special Meet & Greet with Dior and Joseph Lee (Jobroseph) at Level 2, Pavilion Bukit Jalil.Spritzer brings these moments to life with its interactive Chinese New Year roadshow happening from 4 to 8 February 2026 at Level 2, Pavilion Bukit Jalil (in front of Tsutaya Books Malaysia). Visitors can enjoy a Meet & Greet with Dior and Joseph Lee (Jobroseph), interactive game booths, exclusive promotions, and product sampling, creating a lively space for families and friends to celebrate together.Figure 6,7 and 8: Spritzer’s Chinese New Year Limited Edition bottles are designed to celebrate moments of reunion and shared joy, a festive companion at the heart of family. gatherings and meaningful celebrations.Adding a refreshing festive touch to the season, Spritzer also introduces its Chinese New Year limited-edition 250ml Natural Mineral Water bottles, perfect for sharing around the reunion table. These limited-edition bottles are available in three unique label designs and naturally rich in silica for healthy skin, hair, and nails to ensure everyone stays hydrated during the holiday season. For those who love a sparkling twist, Spritzer Sparkling offers no sweeteners and no calories, available in original, lemon, and the newly launched sea salt & citron flavour.To make the celebrations even more special, Spritzer is introducing a series of festive gift-with-purchase rewards designed to be shared and enjoyed with loved ones:Purchase RM18 worth of Spritzer products and receive a limited-edition Spritzer Hand Towel;Purchase RM38 worth of Spritzer products and receive a limited-edition Spritzer Chinese New Year bowl with lid (available at selected outlets with promoter sampling);Purchase RM18 worth of Spritzer products to participate in the ‘Tear & Win’ activity, featuring prizes such as Touch ’n Go reload codes worth up to RM38 and Spritzer Ang Pao packets (available at selected outlets with promoter sampling).As Malaysians gather to welcome the Chinese New Year, Spritzer’s message is clear. Love is unstoppable. Whether through a meaningful story, a shared drink or a joyful moment at our roadshow, Spritzer continues to support celebrations that matter. Spritzer remains a trusted presence, delivering natural, healthier hydration that elevates every festive moment.About SpritzerEstablished in 1989, Spritzer is a leading Malaysian bottled water brand, sourcing natural mineral water from a protected 430-acre rainforest in Taiping. Naturally filtered through underground rock layers for over 15 years, our water is enriched with essential minerals like Silica, known to support skin, bones, hair, and nails.Combining smart manufacturing with sustainable practices, Spritzer ensures every bottle meets the highest quality and safety standards. Our packaging is 100% recyclable and made from recycled materials, reflecting our commitment to environmental stewardship and a circular economy.Tested annually by SIRIM to be free from microplastics, Spritzer offers consumers trusted, natural hydration. Our diverse product range includes Natural Mineral Water, Original and Flavoured Sparkling Water, Distilled Water, and Fruit-Flavoured Beverages—crafted to suit every lifestyle and occasion.With a clear vision to become a fully circular brand by 2030, Spritzer leads the industry in innovation, quality, and sustainability.Spritzer — where nature, innovation, and sustainability come together in every bottle.For more information, visit www.spritzer.com.my.For media inquiries please contact:Nur Amalia RosshaimiSenior Executive Narro CommunicationsT: + 60-17 630 0314E: amalia@narrocomms.comWinnie ChinHead of Public Relations, Spritzer BhdT: +6019 553 2663E: winniecgl@spritzer.com.my Copyright 2026 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com
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TIS Appoints New CEO to Accelerate Global Growth ACN Newswire

TIS Appoints New CEO to Accelerate Global Growth

BERLIN, Germany, Jan 26, 2026 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Treasury Intelligence Solutions (TIS), a leading cloud-based platform for payments and cash management, today announced Zlatko Vucetic as the new Chief Executive Officer (CEO) effective from February 1, 2026. This move comes as a pivotal step in advancing the company's long-term vision and global growth strategy in cloud-native cash management, liquidity, and payment solutions.As an experienced CEO, Zlatko brings a strong track record in scaling software companies across Europe, Asia, and the U.S., combined with deep expertise in driving innovation and accelerating growth in competitive markets. Zlatko will lead TIS in its journey to be a market leader in payment and liquidity management across Europe and North America.After five successful years as CEO, Erik Masing will transition into the role of Vice Chair of the Board, where he will continue to provide strategic guidance and support. Under Erik's leadership, TIS achieved significant milestones, including the strategic acquisition of Cashforce, which expanded the company's portfolio and strengthened its position in the global payments and cash management market. Joerg Wiemer, TIS co-founder and former CEO, will remain actively involved, ensuring continuity and leveraging his deep industry expertise to support TIS's long-term vision.Zlatko is a seasoned technology executive with extensive leadership experience in the enterprise software space. Most recently, he served as CEO of Infront AS, a leading European provider of financial market data solutions, including trading and wealth management technology. Prior to this, he was CEO of FocusVision, a U.S.-based market research and customer insights software platform. Earlier in his career, Zlatko spent nearly a decade in senior leadership at Saxo Bank, a leading online trading and investment firm.Commenting on his appointment, Zlatko said: "TIS has built a strong foundation as a trusted partner for CFOs, treasurers and finance teams worldwide. Our mission is clear: to help the entire office of the CFO manage liquidity and payments on a global scale. We will double down on innovation, accelerate our international footprint, and deliver solutions that not only meet today's challenges but anticipate tomorrow's. With the best-in-class products and the strength of our team, I'm confident TIS will set the standard for this industry."About TISTIS helps CFOs, Treasurers, and Finance teams transform their global cash flow, liquidity, and payment functions. Since 2010, our award-winning cloud platform and best-in-class service model have empowered the entire office of the CFO to collaborate more effectively and attain maximum efficiency, automation, and control. TIS enables users to achieve superior performance in key areas surrounding cash forecasting, working capital, outbound payments, financial messaging, fraud prevention, payment compliance, and more.For more information, visit tispayments.com and begin reimagining your approach to global cash flow, liquidity, and payments.Contact:Thomas MullertzChief Marketing Officer+4520989479thomas.mullertz@tispayments.comSOURCE: Treasury Intelligence Solutions Copyright 2026 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com
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NTT DOCOMO Develops a Solution to Streamline DOOH Advertiser Review Operations ACN Newswire

NTT DOCOMO Develops a Solution to Streamline DOOH Advertiser Review Operations

TOKYO, Japan, Jan 27, 2026 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - NTT DOCOMO, INC. announced today that it has developed a solution to streamline pre-publication advertiser review operations for Digital Out-of-Home (DOOH) advertising, including digital signage and large-format displays in public and urban spaces, in collaboration with LIVE BOARD, Inc.The solution improves the efficiency of advertiser review processes conducted prior to DOOH ad distribution. By applying large language models (LLMs) to multiple review items that were previously handled manually, the solution is expected to reduce digital advertiser review workloads by over 30%.DOOH advertiser reviews require checks against publicly available information on advertisers and compliance with various guidelines. As the volume of DOOH ad placements has increased significantly in recent years, review time and operational costs have become major challenges. DOOH ad reviews generally consist of two components: advertiser review and creative review. This newly developed solution focuses on streamlining advertiser reviews, which verify advertiser credibility as a prerequisite for DOOH ad distribution.Figure 1. Solution Application OverviewWhen using LLMs for advertiser reviews, two limitations arise: limited information freshness and limited access to external resources. The former refers to the difficulty of keeping information up to date, while the latter includes issues such as invalid URLs generated by LLMs. To address these challenges, DOCOMO developed this new solution by integrating five core technologies, enabling the AI to quickly obtain accurate and sufficient information for advertiser reviews.Core Technologies of the SolutionWeb search-based grounding technologyAutomated generation of company profile research resultsAutomated generation of legal compliance review resultsAutomated generation of risk assessment resultsAutomated generation of media-specific competitor analysis resultsGoing forward, DOCOMO aims to develop an AI-based technology to streamline creative reviews by applying AI to manual repetitive visual checks of video content for large public displays from the perspective of broadcast ethics and legal regulations. In addition, the company will continue to further enhance the efficiency of DOOH advertising review operations, aiming to refine advertising-related technologies and revitalize the advertising business. Through this, DOCOMO will pursue research and development to optimize the entirety of DOOH operations.AppendixOverview of the DOOH Advertiser Review Solution1.Overview Advertiser reviews verify credibility and compliance based on multiple checks, including company profiles, legal compliance, risk, and media-specific competition. For the investigation, various information available on the internet will be required, such as the advertiser's name, product name, official website, and detailed pages related to the product. This solution consolidates information gathering and multi-angle reviews using online data, and outputs review decisions with supporting reasons. By automating processes previously handled manually, it is expected to improve efficiency by more than 30%.2.System ConfigurationThe solution integrates web search-based grounding with automated generation of company profile, legal compliance, risk, and media-specific competitor review results. By combining these technologies with review criteria databases and diverse online information sources, and designing them around advertiser review workflows and expertise, the system enables accurate and timely retrieval of relevant information and the rapid, integrated execution of multiple review processes.System Framework2.1 Web Search-Based Grounding TechnologyWhen generating responses, the AI references external web search services to access up-to-date and reliable sources and produces outputs based on that information.2.2 Automated Company Profile GenerationThe AI accurately retrieves and displays company profile information from official websites, including company name, headquarters location, date of establishment, capital, representative, business description, and contact URLs or phone numbers.2.3 Automated Legal Compliance ReviewThe AI collects the latest information on an advertiser's legal compliance from multiple sources, conducts assessments based on current data, and outputs review results.2.4 Automated Risk AssessmentUsing the latest publicly available information from various sources, the AI evaluates potential risks related to the advertiser and outputs assessment results.2.5 Automated Media-Specific Competitor ReviewBased on the advertiser's industry and products, the AI accesses a review criteria database containing media-specific competition checks and product-based standards, and outputs eligible media, media names, and a detailed summary file of the review results.By integrating these component technologies, DOCOMO will further improve the efficiency of the advertiser review process. 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The 19th Asian Financial Forum officially kicks off today ACN Newswire

The 19th Asian Financial Forum officially kicks off today

HONG KONG, January 26, 2026 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) – The 19th Asian Financial Forum (AFF), co-organised by the Hong Kong SAR Government and the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC), kicked off today with the theme “Co-creating New Horizons amid an Evolving Landscape”, and a new tagline “Finance Empowering Business”. The forum has invited more than 150 government officials, business leaders, senior executives from financial institutions, and regulatory representatives from around the world as speakers. It is expected to attract over 3,600 participants from over 60 countries and regions, featuring about 80 business delegations from the Chinese Mainland, Australia, South Korea, Southeast Asia, Europe, the Middle East and the United States.This strong global participation reinforces Hong Kong's unique position as an international financial centre and demonstrates its exceptional advantage in facilitating connections between the Chinese Mainland and international markets. This year’s forum features a special discussion session on gold trading to promote Hong Kong’s development into an international gold exchange and to jointly build a gold market ecosystem with the Chinese Mainland, bringing new value to the global precious metals market.Welcome remarks were delivered by Prof Frederick Ma, HKTDC Chairman, during the Opening Session, followed by opening remarks by John Lee, Chief Executive of the HKSAR, and Zou Lan, Deputy Governor, People’s Bank of China. Chairman Ma said: “AFF has continued to broaden its scope and enhance its reputation over the years as the platform that demonstrates Hong Kong’s unique roles of a superconnector, super value-adder and supercollaborator. For the past 19 years, this forum has attracted influential leaders from public administration, finance and business sectors from around the world. With their and many other people’s support, AFF has become one of the world’s most pre-eminent financial forums, hosting insightful and forward-looking conversations as well as impactful cross-border deal-making. We have chosen “Co-creating New Horizons amid an Evolving Landscape” as the theme for this year. Under this banner, we are pleased to introduce the Global Business Summit, which will be held tomorrow. The summit will evaluate the impact of high-growth industries, including AI and technology, robotics, biopharma and healthcare, new energy and more. This is part of an increased focus to strengthen ties between finance and the real economy at AFF to help support sustained innovation and long-term growth.”The two-day forum presents over 40 sessions ranging from Plenary Sessions, Panel Discussion, Keynote Luncheons, Breakfast Panel, and thematic sessions. Key sessions include Global Economic Outlook, CIO Insights and Asset and Wealth Management, alongside the newly introduced Supply Chain Financing and Gold Exchange.Discussion sessions gather global leaders to share visionary insightsThis year's forum is committed to advancing international financial cooperation and policy coordination. Plenary Session I – Fostering Cooperation for Shared Success, hosted by Christopher Hui, Secretary for Financial Services and the Treasury of the HKSAR Government, brought together finance officials and multilateral organisation leaders to discuss key issues, including the global economic outlook, financial stability, infrastructure investment, and sustainable development. Guest speakers included Zou Jiayi, President and Chair of the Board of Directors of the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank; Scott Morris, Vice-President (East and Southeast Asia, and the Pacific) of the Asian Development Bank; H.E. Mehmet Å'imÅŸek, Minister of Treasury and Finance for Türkiye and Klemen BoštjanÄ'iÄ', Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Finance of the Republic of Slovenia.The following session, Plenary Session II – Charting the Future of Finance in Times of Uncertainty, focused on the risks and opportunities encountered by central banks, regulatory bodies, and financial institutions in promoting the development of financial markets, and the strategies for enhancing the resilience of these markets. The discussion was moderated by Julia Leung, Chief Executive Officer of Securities and Futures Commission, and the speakers, including H.E. Waleed Saeed Abdul Salam Al Awadhi, Chief Executive Officer, Capital Market Authority of the United Arab Emirates; Changyong Rhee, Governor for the Bank of Korea; Burkhard Balz, Member of the Executive Board of the Deutsche Bundesbank; Benjamin Hung, Chairman of the Financial Services Development Council, and Gokul Laroia, Chief Executive Officer Asia of Morgan Stanley, addressed topics such as Hong Kong's positioning within the global financial system, the promotion of cross-border regulatory cooperation, and strategies for tackling challenges in the global economy.The first day's keynote luncheon commenced with welcome remarks by Paul Chan, Financial Secretary of the HKSAR Government, followed by opening remarks from Wang Shuguang, Vice Chairman of the Board, President and Member of the Management Committee of China International Capital Corporation Limited. The keynote speaker Dr José Manuel Barroso, Former President of the European Commission, Former Prime Minister of Portugal and the Chairman of the Advisory Board of Goldman Sachs International, provided an in-depth analysis of current macroeconomic risks in Europe and on the global stage, and discussed strategies for economies to foster coordination and mutual complementarity in navigating future uncertainties.The afternoon session began with the Global Economic Outlook, moderated by Prof Edward Chen, Honorary Professor of the HKU Business School, joining with Sir Douglas Flint, CBE, Chairman of the Aberdeen Group plc; Kevin Sneader, President, Asia Pacific Ex-Japan of Goldman Sachs; Dr Ridha Wirakusumah, Chief Executive Officer of the Indonesia Investment Authority; Prof Paolo Zannoni, Executive Deputy Chairman and Executive Director of Prada Group, and Dr Zhu Min, Member of the Senior Expert Advisory Committee of the China Center for International Economic Exchanges. The participants forecasted the 2026 global economic outlook, examined the strategies for businesses to navigate uncertainty.In alignment with the 2025 Policy Address to expedite the building of an international gold trading market to energise Hong Kong's financial ecosystem, AFF introduced a new session titled Global Spectrum – Gold Exchange. Featuring overseas speakers James Emmett, Chief Executive Officer of MKS PAMP SA and David Tait, Chief Executive Officer of the World Gold Council, the session analysed the landscape of international gold trading, strategies to enhance Hong Kong's pivotal role in gold pricing and trading in Asia, and opportunities to expand trading, clearing, delivery, and derivative services for renewed sector growth.Insights into asset and pension strategies within the global investment landscapeIn recent years, rapid technological advancements, shifts in population demographics, rising demands for sustainable development, and increased market volatility have been reshaping investors' expectations of asset and wealth management firms. The Panel Discussion on Asset and Wealth Management was moderated by Amy Lo, Chairman, UBS Global Wealth Management Asia of UBS, and Head and Chief Executive, UBS Hong Kong. This panel featured a distinguished lineup of speakers, including Lavanya Chari, Head of Wealth and Premier Solutions, International Wealth and Premier Banking of HSBC; Stefanie Drews, President and Chief Executive Officer, Amova Asset Management; Ed Huang, Senior Managing Director and Head of Asia-Pacific (APAC) and Blackstone Private Wealth; Dr Levin Wang, Chairman of Private Wealth Management Committee, Huatai Securities Co., Ltd.; CEO, Huatai Financial Holdings (Hong Kong) Ltd. and Fannie Wurtz, Head of Distribution & Wealth Division, ETFs & Index Business Lines, Chair of Asia, Amundi. Speakers discussed how artificial intelligence can enhance decision-making efficiency in asset management, helping clients generate additional returns and explored methods for diversifying risks through alternative investments and integrating ESG factors into investment decisions to strike a balance between returns and sustainability.CIO Insights highlighted Chief Investment Officers from Asia, Europe, and the United States, and, who provided an in-depth analysis of this year's asset allocation trends across various sectors and regions. They shared forward-looking insights on interest rate movements, liquidity cycles, and cross-regional allocations. Speakers included Deborah Cunningham, Chief Investment Officer, Global Liquidity Markets of Federated Hermes; Vincenzo Vedda, Chief Investment Officer & Member of the Executive Board of DWS Investment GmbH, and Yang Liu, Chairperson and Chief Investment Officer of Atlantis Investment Management Ltd.The Global Spectrum – Pension and Endowment brought together leaders from fund management firms and financial services institutions worldwide to discuss the transformation of retirement and philanthropic funds in the context of the changing global economy and long-term investment strategies. The session featured speakers including Cuan Coulter, Head of International of State Street; Arsa Indaravijaya, Chief Investment Officer of the Government Pension Fund of Thailand; Lou Lizhou, Chairman of E Fund International Holdings Limited, and Wilson Zhang, Managing Director, Chair of the Global Equities Management Committee, China International Capital Corporation Limited (CICC). They shared insights on how retirement and philanthropic funds can adjust their strategies amid an increasingly volatile environment to preserve asset value and enhance risk resilience.The findings were released today from a survey conducted by HKTDC and EY, the AFF Knowledge Partner, which examined how corporates and financial leaders are responding to disruptive challenges and shaping their next stage of global expansion and capital allocation. Jack Chan, EY China Chairman and EY Greater China Regional Managing Partner, said that prolonged uncertainty has become the new baseline, yet global expansion remains a strategic imperative. The survey also highlights Hong Kong’s evolution from a super-connector to a proactive growth orchestrator – where capital, compliance and competitive strengths converge – and offers recommendations to help businesses build resilience, capture overseas opportunities and leverage Hong Kong as a key hub for high quality global growth.AFF Deal-making and exhibition to promote substantial cooperationAs one of the highlights of the forum, AFF Deal-making continues to offer an efficient one-on-one matching platform for project owners and investors, attracting over 280 investors and 560 projects. It enables participants to gain valuable insights into the potential of investment projects and uncover opportunities across various industries. The project investment session invited project owners from around the world to showcase quality initiatives in key sectors such as Environment, Energy and Clean Technology, Healthcare Technology, and Financial Technology, aiding participants in identifying market trends and expanding cross-industry investment opportunities.This year's forum features four key exhibition zones, including the InnoVenture Salon & FintechHK Start-up Salon, Global Investment Zone, and a new FutureGreen Showcase, bringing together about 150 exhibitors. Global leading asset-management firms Ardian, Federated Hermes and E Fund Management joined as exhibitors for the first time, each showcasing cutting-edge financial concepts and offering participants diversified investment perspectives and opportunities for exchange.A particular highlight this year is the debut of the FutureGreen Showcase, which focuses on showcasing opportunities in green finance, green technology, rating and transition services. It aims to promote precise capital matching with low-carbon projects and ESG innovation, strengthening Hong Kong’s leading position as an international green finance centre and injecting new momentum into the global green transition.Inaugural Global Business Summit to explore finance and real economic integrationThe first Global Business Summit will take place tomorrow (27 January), co-organised by the Financial Services and the Treasury Bureau of the Hong Kong SAR Government, HKTDC, and the Office for Attracting Strategic Enterprises. The summit will invite leaders from high-growth sectors such as artificial intelligence and technology, robotics, high growth consumer markets, biomedicine and healthcare, and green energy to explore how to leverage financial services to drive innovation and long-term growth.Paul Chan, Financial Secretary of the HKSAR Government, and Prof Frederick Ma, HKTDC Chairman, will deliver opening remarks at the opening session. Exploring Chinese Mainland Opportunities will feature speeches by Wu Wei, Executive Vice Mayor of Shanghai; Tang Zhiping, Vice Governor, The People's Government of Shanxi Province; Wang Junshou, Vice Governor, The People's Government of Hunan Province. The summit will also host a series of thematic forums, including Business Plenary I - Chinese Mainland Enterprises Going Global and Business Plenary II - Strategic Collaboration for Shared Growth, among others.The Global Business Summit has received support from a range of esteemed international companies, with executives from Amgen, Hermès, Jardine Matheson, JD Group, Merck Group, Tencent and XPENG. Leaders will analyse future development trends across various industries, providing the financial sector with the insights needed to leverage opportunities and deliver customised financial services. This collaborative approach is expected to create a significant multiplier effect, transforming capital into considerable economic growth and facilitating industrial advancements.In addition, the second-day Keynote Luncheon will feature Paul Polman, a Business Leader, Investor, and Philanthropist, as the keynote speaker. He will share his insights on the role of finance in driving real-economy development, how collaboration between policymakers and businesses can generate positive social and environmental impact, and strategies for sustainable development.AFF collaborates with organisations to provide overseas attendees with a unique Hong Kong experienceInternational participants attending AFF will have the chance to fully immerse themselves in the vibrant energy of Hong Kong and experience the city's diverse attractions. The forum will offer several guided tours to key sites, including the Cyberport, the Court of Final Appeal, the Hong Kong Monetary Authority, and Hong Kong Stock Exchange, allowing guests to gain valuable insights into Hong Kong's financial and innovation landscape.Additionally, AFF has partnered with various organisations including Hong Kong Tourism Board to provide exclusive travel, cultural, and culinary promotions for overseas visitors, encouraging them to explore Hong Kong's unique charm beyond the forum activities. Highlights include a night tour with Hong Kong Big Bus Tours, a traditional sailing trip on the Aqua Luna, and tickets to the Hong Kong Palace Museum and M+ Museum. Attendees can enjoy dining discounts at venues such as the Lan Kwai Fong Group and Hong Kong Bankers Club, along with Happy Wednesday hosted by the Hong Kong Jockey Club.The International Financial Week (IFW) 2026, lasting one week, will kick off with AFF today. This event marks Hong Kong's first major financial event of the year, aimed at assisting industry professionals in seizing opportunities and unlocking market potential.WebsitesAsian Financial Forum: https://www.asianfinancialforum.com/conference/aff/enProgramme: https://www.asianfinancialforum.com/conference/aff/en/programmeSpeaker list: https://www.asianfinancialforum.com/conference/aff/en/speakersPhoto Download: https://bit.ly/49F23nhThe 19th Asian Financial Forum opened today at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre (HKCEC), running for two days under the theme “Co-creating New Horizons amid an Evolving Landscape”John Lee, Chief Executive of the HKSAR, delivered opening remarks today at AFFProf Frederick Ma, Chairman of the HKTDC, delivered welcome remarks to participants this morningPaul Chan, Financial Secretary of the HKSAR Government joined in the Keynote Luncheon today and delivered welcome remarksDr José Manuel Barroso, Former President of the European Commission, Former Prime Minister of Portugal, and the Chairman of the Advisory Board of Goldman Sachs International, delivered a keynote speech on the first day’s keynote luncheonGlobal Economic Outlook, moderated by Prof Edward Chen (far left), Honorary Professor of the HKU Business School, joining with Sir Douglas Flint, CBE (second left), Chairman of the Aberdeen Group plc; Kevin Sneader (third left), President, Asia Pacific Ex-Japan of Goldman Sachs; Dr Ridha Wirakusumah (third right), Chief Executive Officer of the Indonesia Investment Authority; Prof Paolo Zannoni (second right), Executive Deputy Chairman and Executive Director of Prada Group, and Dr Zhu Min (far right), Member of the Senior Expert Advisory Committee of the China Center for International Economic Exchanges, forecasted the 2026 global economic outlook.AFF introduced a new session titled Global Spectrum – Gold Exchange, featuring James Emmett (second left), Chief Executive Officer of MKS PAMP SA, and David Tait (centre), Chief Executive Officer of the World Gold Council.This year’s AFF Deal-making has brought together over 280 investors and over 560 projects.Media enquiriesYuan Tung Financial RelationsLousie SongTel: (852) 3428 5690Email: lsong@yuantung.com.hkTiffany LeungTel: (852) 3428 2361Email: tleung@yuantung.com.hkHKTDC’s Communications & Public Affairs Department:Johnny TsuiTel: (852) 2584 4395Email: johnny.cy.tsui@hktdc.orgJane CheungTel: (852) 2584 4137Email: jane.mh.cheung@hktdc.orgSerena CheungTel: (852) 2584 4272Email: serena.hm.cheung.hktdc.orgAbout HKTDCThe Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) is a statutory body established in 1966 to promote, assist and develop Hong Kong's trade. With over 50 offices globally, including 13 in the Chinese Mainland, the HKTDC promotes Hong Kong as a two-way global investment and business hub. The HKTDC organises international exhibitions, conferences and business missions to create business opportunities for companies, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), in the mainland and international markets. The HKTDC also provides up-to-date market insights and product information via research reports and digital news channels. For more information, please visit: www.hktdc.com/aboutus. Copyright 2026 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com
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Focus Graphite Announces Allowance of Canadian Patent for Silicon-Enhanced Graphite Anode Materials ACN Newswire

Focus Graphite Announces Allowance of Canadian Patent for Silicon-Enhanced Graphite Anode Materials

Patent Allowance Strengthens Intellectual Property Position in Advanced Battery and Dual-Use Energy Storage MaterialsOttawa, Ontario--(ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com - January 26, 2026) - Focus Graphite Inc. (TSXV: FMS) (OTCQB: FCSMF) (FSE: FKC0) ("Focus" or the "Company"), a leading developer of high-grade flake graphite deposits and advanced graphite materials for battery, defence, and industrial applications, is pleased to announce that the Canadian Intellectual Property Office ("CIPO") has allowed the Company's Canadian patent application No. 3,209,696, entitled "Advanced Anode Materials Comprising Spheroidal Additive-Enhanced Graphite Particles and Process for Making Same" (the "Patent"). The allowance confirms that the Canadian Intellectual Property Office has completed its substantive examination and determined that the Patent claims meet all Canadian requirements for patentability, including novelty and inventiveness. Subject to the completion of final administrative steps, the Patent is expected to proceed to formal grant. The allowed Patent covers proprietary processes and compositions for silicon-enhanced, spheroidal graphite particles, designed to improve performance characteristics critical to lithium-ion battery anodes, including energy density, charge efficiency, and cycling stability, by incorporating silicon within the graphite particle architecture while leveraging graphite's structural stability and conductivity. Silicon is widely recognized as a key material in next-generation battery anodes due to its significantly higher theoretical energy storage capacity relative to conventional graphite.By distributing silicon within the graphite structure, the technology is intended to address two fundamental challenges associated with silicon-enhanced anodes: charge-induced volume expansion and solid electrolyte interphase (SEI) instability. Embedding silicon within a graphite matrix is expected to help buffer volumetric expansion during cycling, supporting improved mechanical integrity, while the surrounding graphite structure may reduce direct silicon-electrolyte interactions, contributing to enhanced cycling stability and battery longevity.In addition to commercial battery markets, the Company believes these performance attributes are relevant to a range of dual-use applications, including defence, aerospace, and other mission-critical systems, where energy density, durability, and operational reliability are essential. Advanced anode materials capable of maintaining stable performance under demanding operating conditions are increasingly viewed as strategically important across both civilian electrification and national security-related energy storage applications.Dean Hanisch, Chief Executive Officer of Focus Graphite, commented, "The allowance of this Patent represents the culmination of years of focused research and development. The underlying technology was shaped under the guidance of Dr. Joseph Doninger, whose deep technical insight and commitment to innovation were instrumental to its success, and we are grateful for the work he contributed. With the Patent now allowed, we are well positioned to move forward with broader testing and advancement of this technology as part of our downstream strategy."The allowance of this patent also aligns with growing North American and allied-nation priorities to establish secure, non-adversarial sources of battery materials, as governments and industry increasingly recognize the strategic risks associated with reliance on foreign-controlled supply chains. Graphite represents the largest material component of a lithium-ion battery by weight, and intellectual property protecting advanced anode materials is expected to play an important role in supporting domestic manufacturing, energy security, and defence-aligned and dual-use supply chains serving both civilian and national security priorities.Focus Graphite continues to advance its graphite assets and technology initiatives as part of its broader strategy to support North American battery, energy storage, electrification, and advanced industrial markets, while building a differentiated portfolio that spans resource development and value-added downstream innovation.Further updates will be provided as the Patent progresses to formal issuance and as the Company advances related technical and commercial initiatives.In Memoriam - Dr. Joseph. E. DoningerThe Company also notes with deep respect the recent passing of Dr. Joseph E. Doninger, who was one of the inventors of the allowed patent and a key contributor to the development of the underlying technology. Dr. Doninger served as Vice President of Manufacturing and Technology at Focus and played an instrumental role in shaping the Company's downstream and advanced materials strategy.Dr. Doninger earned his B.A. from the University of Illinois and completed his Ph.D. in chemical engineering at Northwestern University, beginning a distinguished career in industrial and applied materials science. He spent many years at IMC before serving as Senior Vice President of Research and Development at Superior Graphite, where he became widely recognized as a leading expert in the use of graphite for battery and advanced material applications. Over the course of his career, Dr. Doninger authored technical publications, held patents related to carbon-based materials, and addressed legislative and industry forums on energy and materials innovation.Later in his career, Dr. Doninger founded Dontech Global, continuing to advise companies and advance materials technologies until the time of his passing. His technical insight, leadership, and commitment to innovation were foundational to the silicon-enhanced graphite anode technology reflected in this patent. Focus Graphite acknowledges his lasting contributions and honours his legacy.About Focus Graphite Advanced Materials Inc. Focus Graphite Advanced Materials is redefining the future of critical minerals with two 100% owned world-class graphite projects and cutting-edge battery technology. Our flagship Lac Knife project stands as one of the most advanced high-purity graphite deposits in North America, with a fully completed feasibility study. Lac Knife is set to become a key supplier for the battery, defence, and advanced materials industries.Our Lac Tetepisca project further strengthens our portfolio, with the potential to be one of the largest and highest-purity and grade graphite deposits in North America. At Focus, we go beyond mining - we are pioneering environmentally sustainable processing solutions and innovative battery technologies, including our patent-pending silicon-enhanced spheroidized graphite, designed to enhance battery performance and efficiency.Our commitment to innovation ensures a chemical-free, eco-friendly supply chain from mine to market. Collaboration is at the core of our vision. We actively partner with industry leaders, research institutions, and government agencies to accelerate the commercialization of next-generation graphite materials. As a North American company, we are dedicated to securing a resilient, locally sourced supply of critical minerals — reducing dependence on foreign-controlled markets and driving the transition to a sustainable future.For more information on Focus Graphite Inc. please visit http://www.focusgraphite.com.LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/focus-graphite/ X: https://x.com/focusgraphiteInvestors Contact: Dean Hanisch CEO, Focus Graphite Inc. dhanisch@focusgraphite.com +1 (613) 612-6060Jason LatkowcerVP Corporate Developmentjlatkowcer@focusgraphite.comCautionary Note Regarding Forward-Looking StatementsCertain statements contained in this press release constitute forward-looking information. These statements relate to future events or future performance. The use of any of the words "could," "intend," "expect," "believe," "will," "projected," "estimated," and similar expressions, as well as statements relating to matters that are not historical facts, are intended to identify forward-looking information and are based on the Company's current beliefs or assumptions as to the outcome and timing of such future events.In particular, this press release contains forward-looking information regarding, without limitation: (i) the expected progression of the allowed Canadian patent application to formal grant following completion of final administrative steps; (ii) the potential technical performance characteristics and intended benefits of the Company's silicon-enhanced, spheroidal graphite anode materials; (iii) the continued development, testing, and advancement of the patented technology as part of the Company's downstream strategy; (iv) the potential commercial applications of the technology across battery, energy storage, industrial, and dual-use markets; (v) the Company's ability to leverage its intellectual property portfolio to support future partnerships, licensing opportunities, or commercialization initiatives; and (vi) the role of the Company's advanced materials strategy in supporting secure, non-adversarial, and domestically aligned supply chains for critical battery materials.Forward-looking statements are subject to known and unknown risks, uncertainties, and other factors that may cause actual results, performance, or achievements to differ materially from those expressed or implied by such statements. These risks and uncertainties include, but are not limited to, risks related to market conditions, regulatory approvals, changes in economic conditions, the ability to raise sufficient funds on acceptable terms or at all, operational risks associated with mineral exploration and development, and other risks detailed from time to time in the Company's public disclosure documents available under its profile on SEDAR+.The forward-looking information contained in this release is made as of the date hereof, and the Company is not obligated to update or revise any forward-looking information, whether as a result of new information, future events, or otherwise, except as required by applicable securities laws. Because of the risks, uncertainties, and assumptions contained herein, investors should not place undue reliance on forward-looking information.Neither TSX Venture Exchange nor its Regulation Services accepts responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this release.To view the source version of this press release, please visit https://www.newsfilecorp.com/release/281602 Copyright 2026 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com
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Fujitsu launches new platform enabling autonomous operation of generative AI optimized for in-house applications in a dedicated environment ACN Newswire

Fujitsu launches new platform enabling autonomous operation of generative AI optimized for in-house applications in a dedicated environment

KAWASAKI, Japan, Jan 26, 2026 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Fujitsu today announced the launch of a dedicated AI platform that allows enterprises to autonomously manage the entire generative AI lifecycle, including optimal model development, operation, and incremental learning as well as continuous improvement of models and agents. The platform will be rolled out sequentially in Japan and Europe, with preliminary trial registration slated to begin in February 2026.Moving forward, Fujitsu will accelerate deployment of the platform for all AI scales from large enterprise AI to edge and physical AI. Fujitsu will continuously evolve generative AI to align with business changes, enabling its safe and reliable use across all industries and operations, ultimately fostering customer transformation and growth.Overview of the new platformEnterprises using generative AI need an environment that meets sovereign requirements, including the need for protection of confidential data and the ability to autonomously control AI models and agents optimized for their operations. However, deploying such an AI platform in a dedicated in-house setting faces challenges including AI engineer staffing, complex operation management, escalating computing resource requirements, and new security threat mitigation.To address these challenges and realize highly sovereign AI, Fujitsu will offer a dedicated AI platform that can also be utilized on-premise. Fujitsu will provide the new platform on Private AI Platform on PRIMERGY [1] and Private GPT [2]. The platform comprises Fujitsu's advanced AI technologies and platform products, including the Fujitsu Kozuchi AI platform. By delivering these as a single package, Fujitsu reduces initial deployment hurdles, enabling rapid adoption even without extensive specialized knowledge.Platform features1. Infrastructure for dedicated environmentsThe platform ensures secure generative AI usage in a dedicated, closed environment, preventing external data exposureCustomers can choose their preferred installation location, including their own data centers or Fujitsu's data centers, based on their specific requirementsFujitsu provides extensive services, ranging from infrastructure deployment to advanced operationalization, to fully assist customers2. Generative AI trust technologiesThe platform utilizes a vulnerability scanner identifying over 7,700 vulnerabilities (including Fujitsu-defined types) and guardrail technologies to detect and suppress malicious attacks like prompt injections, inappropriate outputs, and unexpected behaviors pre-execution and at runtimeAutomated rule generation for detected vulnerabilities and their application to guardrails enable stable, safe, and reliable AI operation, even for non-specialistsFujitsu plans to further strengthen technologies that prevent hallucinations, thereby improving the reliability of generated information3. High-precision generative AI models and customization/lightweighting technologiesThe platform is built around Takane, [3] a large language model offering high-precision Japanese performance and image analysis, alongside an in-house fine-tuning feature for continuous improvement of business-specific modelsAI models are lightweighted to reduce memory consumption by up to 94%, [4] enhancing generative AI usability through more efficient computing resource utilizationQuantization technology is integrated to substantially lower AI utilization costs while improving performance4. Efficiency technologies for AI agent developmentThe AI agent framework offers low-code/no-code capabilities, accelerating AI agent construction and boosting development efficiency and speed for on-site teamsThe platform supports MCP (Model Context Protocol) and inter-agent communication, enabling seamless integration with existing systems and data, and cooperative operation among multiple AI agents for sophisticated applicationsFujitsu is exploring plans to containerize and offer its proprietary technologies as AI agents on demandFigure: New Platform OverviewAvailabilityPrior to the official launch, preliminary trials for select features such as in-house fine-tuning and model quantization will begin accepting registrations on February 2, 2026. Features will be progressively rolled out starting in February, with the official launch anticipated in July 2026.[1] Private AI Platform on PRIMERGY: A generative AI solution for on-premise environments provided by Fsas Technologies Inc.[2] Private GPT: A generative AI solution for on-premise environments provided by Fsas Technologies GmbH[3] Takane: Jointly developed by Fujitsu and Cohere Inc.[4] Reduce memory consumption by up to 94%: Actual measurement value for the large language model Takane as announced by Fujitsu on September 8, 2025About 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 113,000 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 3.6 trillion yen (US$23 billion) for the fiscal year ended March 31, 2025 and remains the top digital services company in Japan by market share. Find out more: global.fujitsuPress ContactsFujitsu LimitedPublic and Investor Relations DivisionInquiries Copyright 2026 JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.jcnnewswire.com
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Mitsubishi Heavy Industries and Mitsubishi Electric Invest in Japan LEO Shachu, a Space Venture Established by Mitsui & Co. ACN Newswire

Mitsubishi Heavy Industries and Mitsubishi Electric Invest in Japan LEO Shachu, a Space Venture Established by Mitsui & Co.

TOKYO, Jan 26, 2026 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Japan LEO Shachu, Inc. ("Japan LEO Shachu", Head Office: Chuo City, Tokyo, President and CEO: Yudai Yamamoto), which was established by Mitsui & Co., Ltd. ("Mitsui", Head Office: Tokyo, President and CEO: Kenichi Hori), has implemented a third-party allocation of new shares, and Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, Ltd. ("MHI", Head Office: Chiyoda City, Tokyo, President and CEO: Eisaku Ito) and Mitsubishi Electric Corporation ("Mitsubishi Electric", Head Office: Chiyoda City, Tokyo, President and CEO: Kei Uruma) have conducted their subscription and investment procedures.The International Space Station (ISS) has hitherto been developed and operated by the governments of 15 countries participating in an intergovernmental agreement. Following the planned retirement of the ISS in 2030, development and operation of space stations in the post ISS era are expected to be led by the private sector. As private-sector activities related to post-ISS accelerate, market expansion is anticipated. Japan LEO Shachu was established in July 2024 as a wholly owned subsidiary of Mitsui with the aim of creating a new economy in low Earth orbit (LEO) by leveraging Japan's technology and industrial foundation. In April 2025, Japan LEO Shachu commenced development of the Japan Module, which will be connected to commercial space stations, with the objective of enabling Japan to secure commercial utilization opportunities in LEO, leveraging the nation's strengths in the technologies of Japanese Experiment Module "Kibo" on the ISS and New unmanned cargo transfer spacecraft "HTV-X."MHI has developed strong capabilities in spacecraft integration, space-environment durability, and human space habitation through its role as the prime contractor for the development of Japanese Experiment Module "Kibo", the overall system and Pressurized Module of HTV-X, and mass production of H-II Transfer Vehicle "KOUNOTORI (HTV)." Mitsubishi Electric also has extensive experience in developing key spacecraft modules such as the electronics module for "KOUNOTORI" and Service Module for HTV-X, and has strong technological expertise in rendezvous and docking operations through accurate determination and control of spacecraft position, velocity, and attitude in space. Mitsui was selected by Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA) in 2023 to conduct a concept study for the development of the successor to Japan's science module, designed to dock with US commercial space stations. It will draw on its accumulated knowledge of and expertise in the LEO field to support the management of Japan LEO Shachu and the development of its business activities.With MHI and Mitsubishi Electric, both of which have long been engaged in Japan's space development with a wealth of achievements, joining as investors in Japan LEO Shachu, the development structure for the post ISS era will be further strengthened. Going forward, the four companies will contribute to improving Japan's presence in the international LEO economy through public private collaboration.Profile of Japan LEO Shachu, Inc.NameJapan LEO Shachu, Inc.Headquarters2-1-1 Nihonbashi Muromachi, Chuo-ku, Tokyo 103-0022, JapanRepresentativeYudai Yamamoto, Representative Director, CEOFoundedJuly 2024Business ActivitiesDevelopment of a commercial cargo resupply vehicle, the Japan Module, and utilization of low Earth orbit technologiesWebsitehttps://japan-leo-shachu.com/en/ About MHI GroupMitsubishi Heavy Industries (MHI) Group is one of the world’s leading industrial groups, spanning energy, smart infrastructure, industrial machinery, aerospace and defense. MHI Group combines cutting-edge technology with deep experience to deliver innovative, integrated solutions that help to realize a carbon neutral world, improve the quality of life and ensure a safer world. For more information, please visit www.mhi.com or follow our insights and stories on spectra.mhi.com Copyright 2026 JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.jcnnewswire.com
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CaoCao Inc. Ushers in China’s Fully Purpose-Built Robotaxi Era, Aims to Deploy 100,000 Robotaxis by 2030 ACN Newswire

CaoCao Inc. Ushers in China’s Fully Purpose-Built Robotaxi Era, Aims to Deploy 100,000 Robotaxis by 2030

HONG KONG, January 26, 2026 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) – On January 22, at Geely Holding Group’s Strategy Briefing for 2026, CaoCao Inc. announced plans to deploy 100,000 fully purpose-built Robotaxis by 2030 and to launch large-scale commercial operations worldwide.CaoCao is Geely Holding Group’s primary commercial platform for Robotaxi operations and has developed a three-part model that combines “intelligent purpose-built vehicle, intelligent driving technology and intelligent operation”. This model brings together all the key elements required for Robotaxi development. CaoCao has spent the past decade cultivating the shared mobility market, accumulating vast volumes of trip data, developing mature dispatch algorithms, and building a nationwide service network, all of which provide a solid foundation for Robotaxi commercialization. In addition, by owning and operating the largest custom fleet of its kind in China, CaoCao has gained valuable experience in large-scale fleet operations and efficient asset management, directly applicable to the Robotaxi era.CaoCao’s Robotaxi 2.0 phase is currently undergoing pilot operations. The company is focused on improving the automated management of large-scale fleets, with plans to launch the ‘CaoCao Intelligent Mobility RAS’ platform and fully implement an intelligent asset management system. This will further integrate its operational strengths with smart cockpit and autonomous driving technologies. As part of its Robotaxi 2.0 phase, CaoCao aims to transition from operations with safety drivers to fully driverless service, while also exploring mixed fleets that combine human-driven and autonomous vehicles.In parallel, CaoCao is working with Geely and other partners to develop a fully purpose-built Robotaxi model pre-equipped with proprietary autonomous driving components and related applications. The vehicle is set to debut this year, and the company aims to deploy 100,000 of these vehicles by 2030.Geely’s Green Intelligent Mobility Hub serves as the physical embodiment of the group’s “green and intelligent mobility ecosystem” vision and is expected to become a key node in a three-dimensional mobility network that links transportation, energy and data. CaoCao has developed a replicable standard for building such hubs and intends to roll them out alongside the expansion of its Robotaxi business. The hubs are intended to provide full-scenario automated operational support for fully custom vehicles and, together with partners, underpin an integrated “Space-Air-Ground Integrated” mobility ecosystem.While expanding its presence in the domestic market, CaoCao is also actively building out its international partnerships. The company has signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with the Abu Dhabi Investment Office (ADIO) and will establish an office and operations center in Abu Dhabi this year. There, it will work with local institutions to pilot autonomous driving and green mobility technologies and promote sustainable transport solutions centered on electric and battery-swapping vehicles. Together, the two sides will integrate CaoCao’s highly efficient battery-swapping network and operations framework—already proven at scale in the Chinese market—into Abu Dhabi’s green energy ecosystem.Looking ahead, CaoCao will work to deepen collaboration with other Geely business units, with fully purpose-built Robotaxi fleets at the core and intelligent infrastructure as the backbone. The company aims to gradually build an autonomous mobility service network that spans China and reaches global markets, helping to steer urban transportation toward a greener, smarter and more efficient future.CaoCao Inc (HKSE 02634), https://www.caocao.com.cnGeely Automobile Holdings Ltd (HKSE 00175), https://www.geelyauto.com.hk Copyright 2026 JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.jcnnewswire.com
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FDA Accepts LEQEMBI(R) IQLIK(TM) (lecanemab-irmb) Supplemental Biologics License Application as a Subcutaneous Starting Dose for the Treatment of Early Alzheimer’s Disease under Priority Review ACN Newswire

FDA Accepts LEQEMBI(R) IQLIK(TM) (lecanemab-irmb) Supplemental Biologics License Application as a Subcutaneous Starting Dose for the Treatment of Early Alzheimer’s Disease under Priority Review

TOKYO and CAMBRIDGE, Mass., Jan 26, 2026 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Eisai Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Tokyo, CEO: Haruo Naito, “Eisai”) and Biogen Inc. (Nasdaq: BIIB, Corporate headquarters: Cambridge, Massachusetts, CEO: Christopher A. Viehbacher, “Biogen”) announced today that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has accepted for review Eisai’s Supplemental Biologics License Application (sBLA) for lecanemab-irmb (U.S. brand name: LEQEMBI®) subcutaneous autoinjector (SC-AI), LEQEMBI IQLIK, as a weekly starting dose. LEQEMBI is indicated for the treatment of Alzheimer’s disease (AD) in patients with Mild Cognitive Impairment (MCI) or mild dementia stage of disease (collectively referred to as early AD). The sBLA has been granted Priority Review, with a Prescription Drug User Fee Act (PDUFA) action date of May 24, 2026.Should the FDA approve the LEQEMBI IQLIK 500 mg SC dosing regimen (two 250 mg injections), the autoinjector could be used to administer a once-weekly starting dose, as an alternative to the current bi-weekly intravenous (IV) dosing. This would enable patients and care partners to choose SC administration at home for both treatment initiation and the currently approved maintenance therapy (360 mg), offering the option of SC or IV administration throughout the entire treatment journey. The injection time for LEQEMBI IQLIK autoinjector takes approximately 15 seconds per each 250 mg injection. The SC formulation also has the potential to reduce healthcare resources associated with IV dosing, such as infusion preparation and nurse monitoring, while streamlining the overall AD treatment pathway.The sBLA is supported by data evaluating SC administration of lecanemab across a range of doses and as part of sub-studies within the Phase 3 Clarity AD open-label extension (OLE) following the 18- month core study in individuals with early AD. Data show that once-weekly administration of the 500 mg of SC-AI achieved equivalent exposure to once every two weeks IV administration and similar clinical and biomarker benefits. SC administration demonstrated a safety profile similar to IV administration, with less than 2% incidence of systemic injection or infusion-related reactions.AD is a progressive, relentless disease, with amyloid beta (Aβ) and tau as hallmarks, that is caused by a continuous underlying neurotoxic process driven by protofibrils* (PF) that begins before amyloid plaque removal and continues afterward. 1,2,3 Only LEQEMBI fights AD in two ways – targeting both PF and amyloid plaque, which can impact tau downstream.LEQEMBI is currently approved in 53 countries and regions and is under regulatory review in 7 countries. In August 2025, the US FDA approved LEQEMBI IQLIK 360 mg for weekly subcutaneous maintenance dosing after 18 months of IV treatment every two weeks.Eisai serves as the lead for lecanemab’s development and regulatory submissions globally, with Eisai and Biogen co-commercializing and co-promoting the product and Eisai having final decision-making authority.*Protofibrils are thought to be the most toxic Aβ species that contribute to brain damage in AD and play a major role in the cognitive decline of this progressive and devastating disease. Protofibrils can cause neuronal and synaptic damage in the brain, which can subsequently adversely affect cognitive function through multiple mechanisms. 1 The mechanism by which this occurs as been reported not only by increasing the formation of insoluble Aβ plaques, but also by directly damaging signaling between neurons and other cells. It is believed that reducing protofibrils may reduce neuronal damage and cognitive impairment, potentially preventing the progression of AD.2For more details, please visit: https://www.eisai.com/news/2026/pdf/enews202605pdf.pdf Copyright 2026 JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.jcnnewswire.com
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