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Xinhua Silk Road: Xianyang Fu Tea delegation visits embassies of five countries in Beijing to promote Chinese tea culture
BEIJING , April 1, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- A delegation from Xianyang City, northwest China's Shaanxi Province, visited the embassies of Pakistan, Peru, Morocco, Türkiye and Fiji in Beijing from March 16 to 19, promoting Xianyang Fu Tea , a kind of Chinese dark tea with over 600 years of history, as part of efforts to expand the tea's international presence. The delegation was led by Shi Yaodong, vice chairman of the Xianyang Municipal Committee of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference. He held talks with senior diplomatic representatives from five countries in four days. Fu Tea is produced in Jingyang County of Xianyang, and is distinguished by a naturally occurring golden fungus called "Jin Hua" (Eurotium cristatum). The fungus, rich in amino acids, vitamins and trace elements, develops inside compressed tea bricks under specific conditions. The tea's production technique was inscribed on China's national intangible cultural heritage list in 2021 and on the UNESCO Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity in 2022. Xianyang Fu Tea currently comprises 65 products across five categories, with an annual production capacity exceeding 30,000 tonnes and a total output value of over 3 billion yuan. The tea has been exported to more than 40 countries, with an assessed brand value of 6.662 billion yuan. During the visits, each country's representative highlighted existing connections to Chinese tea culture. Morocco's Ambassador Abdelkader El Ansari noted that Morocco is one of the world's largest importers of Chinese green tea. Türkiye's Ambassador Selçuk Ünal pointed to tea as a key link along the ancient Silk Road. Pakistan's Economic Minister Aslam Chaudhary drew parallels between Fu Tea and traditional teas from Pakistan's northern regions. Peru's counsellor Jorge García highlighted the country's large Peruvian Chinese as a foundation for cultural and trade links. Fiji's Ambassador Robert Lee said the country's climate and soil may be suitable for growing Chinese tea. "Tea is a symbol of peace, friendship and openness," Shi said. "We hope Fu Tea can serve as a bridge between Xianyang and people around the world." Original link: https://en.imsilkroad.com/p/349989.html
2026-04-01 13:08:00

Israel: Iran’s missile strike that killed nine civilians ‘must be investigated as a war crime’ – new investigation
Country: Israel Source: Amnesty International Strike on Ramat Lehi neighbourhood destroyed Tiferet Israel synagogue New investigation shows no military objective in vicinity of strike “The weapon used in the strike is wildly inaccurate” – Erika Guevara-Rosas A missile strike by the Islamic Republic of Iran’s authorities on the Israeli city of Beit Shemesh that killed nine civilians – including four teenagers – must be investigated as a war crime, Amnesty International said in a new investigation. The strike, just before 2pm local time on 1 March on the Ramat Lehi neighbourhood, destroyed the Tiferet Israel synagogue and caused extensive damage to the bomb shelter beneath it. An estimated 46 people were also injured. Amnesty International analyzed verified digital evidence posted on social media, along with photos and videos the organization collected from the site of the strike, and found that an Iranian ballistic missile was used in the attack. “The weapon used in Iran’s strike on the Ramat Lehi neighborhood in Israel is wildly inaccurate and carries a massive warhead, making it completely inappropriate for use in densely populated civilian areas,” said Erika Guevara-Rosas, Amnesty International’s Senior Director of Research, Advocacy, Policy and Campaigns. This attack destroyed a synagogue and a bomb shelter – two places that should have been areas of refuge and safety for civilians Erika Guevara-Rosas, Amnesty International’s Senior Director of Research, Advocacy, Policy and Campaigns Amnesty International’s research found no evidence of the presence of legitimate military objectives in the immediate vicinity of the attack. The nearest military objective to the site of the strike appears to be an Israeli military base near the town of Sdot Micha, which is located approximately 3.5km to the west of the impact site. “This attack destroyed a synagogue and a bomb shelter – two places that should have been areas of refuge and safety for civilians. Nine civilians were killed, including four children. The strike must be investigated as a war crime,” said Erika Guevara-Rosas. “The Iranian authorities’ use of a ballistic missile in this attack renders it indiscriminate and therefore a violation of international humanitarian law. Launching an indiscriminate attack that causes civilian deaths, injuries or damage to civilian objects constitutes a war crime. There must be an independent and impartial investigation, and anyone for whom there is sufficient evidence of responsibility must be prosecuted in a fair trial.” Amnesty International verified social media footage showing the munition falling in the city of Beit Shemesh . The trajectory of the munition and the extent of the damage at the scene of the strike are consistent with the use of a ballistic missile carrying a large warhead, rather than a cruise missile or smaller drone-delivered munition. Images from the aftermath show the razed synagogue, along with widespread damage across an approximate 500-metre radius. Israeli media outlets reported that the warhead used was approximately 500kg. Amnesty International has not been able to confirm the payload of the weapon. A 2024 analysis of the accuracy of Iranian ballistic missiles found they routinely missed their target by at least half-a-kilometre. Between 16 March and 19 March, Amnesty International interviewed four survivors of the attack, and a rescue worker who arrived soon after the strike. The organization also analyzed satellite imagery of the site before and after the attack to corroborate the scale of destruction. “We are all in despair. We are broken” Nine civilians were killed as a result of the strike: siblings Sara Biton, aged 13, Avigail Biton, 15, and Yaakov Biton, 17; Gabriel Revah, 16; Oren Katz, 46; Sara Elimelech, 67, and her daughter, Ronit Elimelech, 45; and Bruria Cohen, 76, and her son, Yossi Cohen, 41. Rabbi Yitzak Biton lost three of his children in the attack. On the morning of the attack, he gave a lesson to Torah students. His two daughters, Sara and Avigail, convinced his son Yaakov to go to the nearby bomb shelter with them, while he, his wife Tamar, and his four-year-old daughter Rachel stayed at their house, located one block from the synagogue. He told Amnesty International: “The ceiling and the roof [of their house] collapsed... I looked through the window, and I saw the area where the synagogue was. It was on fire, and there was very black smoke in the sky. I was afraid to go... After I worked up the courage to go, I saw the synagogue was completely destroyed, and the [bomb] shelter was split open. The shelter wasn’t safe. It did not provide protection. “I lost not one, not two, but three children... One day, out of the blue, half of the family is gone.” Sarah Fanny Amar, 53, was in the bomb shelter when the strike hit the synagogue. She told Amnesty International: “There was a big boom... I was hanging from metal, and metal was on top of me. Before the boom I was sitting, so the shockwave had thrown me. Around me everything was black and dust... The ceiling collapsed on top of me... I started walking, but I could barely see anything, and I was feeling my way with my hands. I was walking on top of ruins and people... Outside, there was fire... Cars were burning... I got to the grass, and that’s where I collapsed. I opened my eyes in an ambulance. “With these bombs, you’re left with no desire to live, to sleep, to eat... I can’t live like this... Even in the shelter you are not safe... I knew everyone who was killed.” Nissim Edery, 71, was sitting with his neighbour about 100m from the site of the attack. He told Amnesty International: “At the moment of the explosion, I was thrown 4-5m from the shockwave... I realized it was a missile that hit our area... I walked toward the explosion, and there was a huge fire and smoke... It was unbelievable to see what destruction this missile made. “I know three of the victims, a brother and his two sisters. It tore my heart... We are all in despair. We are broken.” Reuven Harow, 56, is a senior medic for the emergency medical service Magen David Adom. He arrived at the site around 10 minutes after the attack. He told Amnesty International: “People were coming out all bloodied and bruised... No one knew where the missile strike was – there was damage everywhere... “Bodies were blown apart... There were body parts lying around for hours after. The focus was on saving anyone who was alive... The people who were giving treatment at the scene – they were treating family and family friends they had known for years. Everyone knows everyone here... What I kept saying over and over is ‘This isn’t real’... It looked like I was watching a movie.” Background On 28 February, the US and Israel launched joint attacks on Iran , with thousands of strikes across the country since. The Iranian authorities have launched retaliatory attacks across the region. The armed conflict rapidly expanded into regional hostilities across the Middle East and has resulted in significant loss of civilian life and destruction of civilian infrastructure. Israel has also escalated its attacks on Lebanon in response to Hezbollah’s attacks. According to various media sources , Iranian forces have used cluster munitions in multiple attacks in Israel since 28 February, including on 18 March , in an attack near Tel Aviv that killed two civilians. Cluster munitions are inherently indiscriminate weapons, and their use is prohibited by international humanitarian law. Last year, Amnesty International documented how Iranian forces’ use of cluster munitions in the ‘12 Day War’ with Israel violated international humanitarian law . As of 27 March, according to reports, as a result of Israeli and US attacks, at least 1,900 people, including at least 100 Minab schoolchildren , have been killed in Iran; more than 1,116 in Lebanon. Iranian attacks have thus far killed at least 16 civilians in Israel and four in the occupied West Bank; and at least 23 killed across other Gulf Cooperation Council countries in the region.
2026-03-31 03:06:13

Iran: Humanitarian crisis for children deepens after one month of war in the Middle East
Countries: Iran (Islamic Republic of), Bahrain, Israel, Jordan, Kuwait, Lebanon, occupied Palestinian territory Source: UN Children's Fund Beyond the staggering casualty toll, delays and disruptions in supply operations put children at risk across the globe NEW YORK, 30 March 2026 – More than one month into the military escalation in the Middle East, conflict continues to exact a devastating toll on children across the region. More than 340 children have reportedly been killed and thousands injured. This includes 216 killed and 1,767 injured in Iran, 124 killed and 413 injured in Lebanon, 4 killed and 862 injured in Israel, 1 child killed in Kuwait, 4 children injured in Bahrain, and 1 child injured in Jordan. The highest reported child casualty event occurred on the first day of the war in a missile strike on the Shajareh Tayyebeh school in Iran that killed 168 children. Relentless attacks by parties to conflict across multiple countries are destroying and damaging the facilities and infrastructure that children depend on – including hospitals, schools, and water and sanitation systems. Ongoing violence in the State of Palestine, including Gaza and the West Bank, over the same period has killed 16 Palestinian children and injured more than 50. “Children in the region are being exposed to horrific violence, while the very systems and services meant to keep them safe are coming under attack,” said UNICEF’s Executive Director Catherine Russell. “Urgent action is needed by all parties to conflict to protect the lives of civilians and uphold the rights of children.” Across the region, more than 1.2 million children have been displaced as bombardments and evacuation orders have emptied entire communities. This upheaval is often accompanied by exposure to traumatic events and the loss of everything that once made children feel safe. Prolonged exposure to violence and instability is known to have lasting impacts on brain development, emotional regulation, and long-term mental health. The ongoing hostilities are increasingly impacting children in the Middle East and beyond. UNICEF estimates that disruptions across procurement, production, and transport caused by the conflicts could result in delays of up to six months for critical supplies to reach countries across the globe. The rising global oil prices, projected to increase by up to 20 per cent, could further lead to hikes in manufacturing costs for vital items, including vaccines and nutrition products, as well as transport costs. Moreover, logistical challenges such as port congestion and extended shipping routes are exacerbating these issues, with maritime diversions adding up to four weeks delays to transit times. In response to global supply disruptions, UNICEF is maintaining a steady flow of critical supplies for children worldwide by activating alternative air, land, and sea routes, diversifying sources of life-saving strategic supplies, and frontloading procurement to accommodate longer lead times. Additionally, UNICEF is actively negotiating with transporters to cap excessive surcharges and prioritize humanitarian goods, ensuring that affected regions continue to receive the essential support children depend on. In Iran, following requests from the Ministry of Health, UNICEF is deploying pre-positioned health supplies, including mobile health units, primary health care tents, and emergency health kits, to restore access to essential services for approximately 226,000 individuals in affected areas. This support encompasses the provision of vaccines, additional primary health care supplies, and mental health and psychosocial support (MHPSS) for children, adolescents, and communities. Similarly in Lebanon, amid the growing challenges, UNICEF has scaled up its emergency response to reach children and families with urgent humanitarian assistance. This includes reaching the most vulnerable displaced people in collective shelters, host communities and hard-to-reach areas. Together with partners, UNICEF has expanded health services to support displaced families with an integrated response package – including vaccination, neonatal, and paediatric intensive care services – in over 290 shelters, and for more than 480,000 people in host communities. In addition, UNICEF has repaired 20 water and sanitation systems across the country, restoring reliable water and sewage services for over 1.2 million people. UNICEF reiterates calls by the Secretary-General for an immediate cessation of hostilities and genuine de-escalation. Every party must exercise maximum restraint. Under international humanitarian law, civilians, including and especially children, and civilian objects must always be protected. ##### Media contacts Ammar Ammar UNICEF Amman Tel: +962 791 837 388 Email: aammar@unicef.org Ricardo Pires Communication Manager & Deputy Spokesperson UNICEF Geneva Tel: +41 79 481 5021 Email: rpires@unicef.org
2026-03-31 03:03:04

الفريق الركن الصبيحي: مجلس القيادة الرئاسي يضع ملف مكافحة الإرهاب في صدارة أولوياته
عدن - سبأنت التقى عضو مجلس القيادة الرئاسي، الفريق الركن محمود سالم الصبيحي، اليوم، في قصر معاشيق بالعاصمة المؤقتة عدن، رئيس جهاز مكافحة الإرهاب، اللواء الركن شلال شائع، وذلك في إطار تنسيق الجهود بين الأجهزة العسكرية والأمنية لمواجهة التحديات والتهديدات التي تستهدف أمن واستقرار البلاد. وأكد الصبيحي، أن مجلس القيادة الرئاسي، يضع ملف مكافحة الإرهاب في صدارة أولوياته، انطلاقاً من مسؤولياته في حماية المواطنين وصون الممتلكات العامة والخاصة، وتأمين المنشآت الحيوية وخطوط الملاحة الدولية والمصالح الاستراتيجية للدولة..مشددًا على أهمية تعزيز الشراكة مع الأشقاء في التحالف العربي، والداعمين الإقليميين والدوليين، لمواجهة التهديدات المشتركة وترسيخ دعائم الأمن والاستقرار في المنطقة. وشهد اللقاء استعراضًا شاملًا لمستجدات الأوضاع الأمنية في عدد من المحافظات، والتحديات المرتبطة بمكافحة الإرهاب والجريمة المنظمة، حيث جرى التأكيد على ضرورة توحيد القرار الأمني، وتعزيز التنسيق العملياتي وتبادل المعلومات بين جهاز مكافحة الإرهاب ووزارتي الدفاع والداخلية، إلى جانب الأجهزة الأمنية في المحافظات، بما يسهم في رفع مستوى الجاهزية والاستجابة السريعة لمختلف التهديدات. من جانبه، قدّم اللواء الركن شلال شائع، عرضًا حول سير عمل الجهاز وخططه المستقبلية..موضحاً أن المرحلة المقبلة ستركز على تطوير العمل الاستخباراتي، وتعميق التنسيق مع مختلف الأجهزة الأمنية والعسكرية، إلى جانب توسيع نطاق العمليات الوقائية والاستباقية لمكافحة الإرهاب.
2026-03-26 20:44:46

Xinhua Silk Road: E. China's Zaozhuang launches year-long campaign to serve enterprises
BEIJING , March 13, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Zaozhuang City in east China's Shandong Province has launched a city-wide initiative designating 2026 as the "Year of Serving Enterprises". The city held a high-profile mobilization conference on Feb. 25, framing its central tenet as "serving enterprises is serving the overall development." As the main force of local economic development, Zaozhuang's enterprises are seen as crucial pillars for transforming this resource-dependent city, building new energy industrial bases, and strengthening its modern industrial system. The initiative comes on the back of strong economic performance. Sixteen of Zaozhuang's major economic indicators ranked among the top tiers in Shandong Province, and the city's GDP growth has outpaced the provincial average for 16 consecutive quarters. To deliver targeted support, Zaozhuang introduced a tiered enterprise assistance framework. Under the framework, the city government of Zaozhuang, relevant departments and district (county-level) authorities will pair respectively with leading enterprises, specialized and innovation-oriented firms, and high-growth companies. Nine action programs covering enterprise cultivation, project development and innovation capacity-building will also be implemented alongside this framework. The conference also refined the city's investment attraction mechanism. Meanwhile, a "chain leader" system was introduced to provide integrated coordination across Zaozhuang's four pillar industries including new energy, new chemical materials, high-end equipment and modern light industry, three emerging industries namely artificial intelligence, the low-altitude economy and biomanufacturing, and two foundational sectors including modern agriculture and modern service industry. Zaozhuang is pursuing a green and low-carbon path as it transforms away from resource dependency, aiming to build a sustainable and high-quality development model. Original link: https://en.imsilkroad.com/p/349748.html
2026-03-18 08:17:00

تدشين مساعدات عاجلة لمتضرري حريق مخيمات العبر بدعم مركز الملك سلمان
العبر – سبأنتدُشنت في منطقة العبر، عملية توزيع خيام إيوائية ومساعدات غذائية عاجلة للأسر المتضررة من الحريق الذي اندلع في مخيماتهم قبل أيام، بدعم من مركز الملك سلمان للإغاثة والأعمال الإنسانية، وتنفيذ فريق ائتلاف الخير للإغاثة الإنسانية، وبمشاركة الخلية الإنسانية التابعة لقوات الطوارئ – الفرقة الأولى.وشملت الاستجابة توزيع وتركيب أكثر من 15 خيمة إيوائية، وتسليم حقائب منزلية متكاملة تحتوي على مستلزمات المطبخ الأساسية، بالإضافة إلى سلال غذائية لتأمين الاحتياجات الضرورية للأسر المتضررة.وأكد الفريق الإنساني أن هذه المبادرة تهدف لتوفير الحد الأدنى من مقومات الحياة الكريمة للأسر التي فقدت مساكنها وممتلكاتها جراء الحريق، مثمنين الدعم المستمر من مركز الملك سلمان في حالات الطوارئ والكوارث.وأعرب المستفيدون عن شكرهم وامتنانهم لهذه الجهود الإنسانية، مؤكدين أن المساعدات أسهمت في التخفيف من معاناتهم وإعادة الأمل إليهم بعد فقدان مساكنهم.
2026-03-16 22:07:10

FinVolution Group Announces Dividend Increase to US$0.306 per American Depositary Share, Up 10.5% Year-Over-Year
-Represents approximately 20.5% payout ratio of Net Income for FY 2025--Marks eighth consecutive year of dividend declaration- SHANGHAI, March 17, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- FinVolution Group ("FinVolution," or the "Company") (NYSE: FINV), a leading fintech platform across China and international markets, today announced that its board of directors (the "Board") has approved a cash dividend of US$0.306 per American Depositary Share, which represents a payout ratio of approximately 20.5% of the Company's net income for fiscal year 2025. The dividend is expected to be distributed on or around May 7, 2026 to shareholders of record as of the close of business on April 16, 2026. The decision to distribute dividends, and the amount of any such dividend payments, is made at the Board's discretion based on the Company's operations, earnings, cash flows, financial condition and other relevant factors. For fiscal year 2025, the Company's distributions to shareholders will total approximately US$181.7 million, consisting of US$107.2 million in share repurchases and US$74.5 million in dividends, representing a total payout ratio of approximately 50.0%. Mr. Shaofeng Gu, Chairman of the Board of FinVolution, commented, "We are pleased to declare dividends for the eighth consecutive year, underscoring our unwavering commitment to shareholder returns. The fiscal year 2025 distribution reflects this dedication to creating long-term value, and we will continue to build on this track record of strong and consistent shareholder returns." Mr. Tiezheng Li, Vice Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer of FinVolution commented, "Our Local Excellence, Global Outlook Strategy continues to drive robust performance across our core China market and accelerating international operations, fueling sustainable, high-quality growth. The strong execution of our capital return program underscores our confidence in our business outlook and our unwavering commitment to sharing the rewards of our growth with shareholders." About FinVolution Group FinVolution Group is a leading fintech platform with strong brand recognition across China and international markets, connecting borrowers of the young generation with financial institutions. Established in 2007, the Company is a pioneer in China's online consumer finance industry and has developed innovative technologies and has accumulated in-depth experience in the core areas of credit risk assessment, fraud detection, big data and artificial intelligence. The Company's platforms, empowered by proprietary cutting-edge technologies, features a highly automated loan transaction process, which enables a superior user experience. As of December 31, 2025, the Company had 239.6 million cumulative registered users across China and international markets. For more information, please visit https://ir.finvgroup.com Safe Harbor Statement This press release contains forward-looking statements. These statements constitute "forward-looking" statements within the meaning of Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, and as defined in the U.S. Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These forward-looking statements can be identified by terminology such as "will," "expects," "anticipates," "future," "intends," "plans," "believes," "estimates," "target," "confident" and similar statements. Such statements are based upon management's current expectations and current market and operating conditions and relate to events that involve known or unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors, all of which are difficult to predict and many of which are beyond the Company's control. Forward-looking statements involve risks, uncertainties and other factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those contained in any such statements. Potential risks and uncertainties include, but are not limited to, uncertainties as to the Company's ability to attract and retain borrowers and investors on its marketplace, its ability to increase volume of loans facilitated through the Company's marketplace, its ability to introduce new loan products and platform enhancements, its ability to compete effectively, laws, regulations and governmental policies relating to the online consumer finance industry in China, general economic conditions in China, and the Company's ability to meet the standards necessary to maintain listing of its ADSs on the NYSE, including its ability to cure any non-compliance with the NYSE's continued listing criteria. Further information regarding these and other risks, uncertainties or factors is included in the Company's filings with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. All information provided in this press release is as of the date of this press release, and FinVolution does not undertake any obligation to update any forward-looking statement as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, except as required under applicable law. For investor and media inquiries, please contact: In China:FinVolution GroupHead of Capital MarketsYam ChengTel: +86 (21) 8030 3200 Ext. 8601Email: ir@xinye.com Piacente Financial CommunicationsJenny CaiTel: +86 (10) 6508-0677Email: finv@tpg-ir.com In the United States:Piacente Financial CommunicationsBrandi PiacenteTel: +1-212-481-2050E-mail: finv@tpg-ir.com
2026-03-16 22:05:00

FinVolution Group Reports Fourth Quarter and Fiscal Year 2025 Unaudited Financial Results
-Full Year 2025 Revenue reached RMB13.6 billion, up 3.8% year-over-year- -Full Year 2025 International Transaction Volume reached RMB14.0 billion, up 38.6% year-over-year- - Full Year International Revenues reached RMB3.3 billion, up 32.0% year-over-year and representing 24.6% of total net revenues- SHANGHAI, March 17, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- FinVolution Group ("FinVolution" or the "Company") (NYSE: FINV), a leading fintech platform across China and international markets, today announced its unaudited financial results for the fourth quarter and fiscal year ended December 31, 2025. For the Three Months Ended/As of YoY Change For the Full Year Ended / As of December 31, YoY Change December 31, 2024 December 31, 2025 2024 2025 Total Transaction Volume (RMB in billions)1 56.9 42.8 -24.8 % 206.2 200.3 -2.9 % Transaction Volume (China's Mainland)2 54.0 38.7 -28.3 % 196.1 186.3 -5.0 % Transaction Volume (International)3 2.9 4.1 41.4 % 10.1 14.0 38.6 % Total Outstanding Loan Balance (RMB in billions) 71.5 70.9 -0.8 % 71.5 70.9 -0.8 % Outstanding Loan Balance (China's Mainland)4 69.8 68.3 -2.1 % 69.8 68.3 -2.1 % Outstanding Loan Balance (International)5 1.7 2.6 52.9 % 1.7 2.6 52.9 % Fourth Quarter 2025 China Market Operational Highlights Cumulative registered users6 reached 187.4 million as of December 31, 2025, an increase of 8.6% compared with December 31, 2024. Cumulative borrowers7 reached 29.0 million as of December 31, 2025, an increase of 8.2% compared with December 31, 2024. Number of unique borrowers8 for the fourth quarter of 2025 was 1.5 million, a decrease of 28.6% compared with the same period of 2024. Transaction volume2 was RMB38.7 billion for the fourth quarter of 2025, a decrease of 28.3% compared with the same period of 2024. Transaction volume facilitated for repeat individual borrowers9 for the fourth quarter of 2025 was RMB30.8 billion, a decrease of 34.0% compared with the same period of 2024. Outstanding loan balance4 was RMB68.3 billion as of December 31, 2025, a decrease of 2.1% compared with December 31, 2024. Average loan size10 was RMB12,877 for the fourth quarter of 2025, compared with RMB11,466 for the same period of 2024. Average loan tenure11 was 8.2 months for the fourth quarter of 2025, compared with 8.0 months for the same period of 2024. 90 day+ delinquency ratio12 was 2.85% as of December 31, 2025. Fourth Quarter 2025 International Market Operational Highlights Cumulative registered users13 reached 52.1 million as of December 31, 2025, an increase of 45.9% compared with December 31, 2024. Cumulative borrowers14 for the international markets reached 11.7 million as of December 31, 2025, an increase of 67.1% compared with December 31, 2024. Number of unique borrowers15 for the fourth quarter of 2025 was 3.8 million, an increase of 133.8% compared with the same period of 2024. Number of new borrowers16 for the fourth quarter of 2025 was 1.6 million, an increase of 117.3% compared with the same period of 2024. Transaction volume3 reached RMB4.1 billion for the fourth quarter of 2025, an increase of 41.4% compared with the same period of 2024. Outstanding loan balance5 reached RMB2.6 billion as of December 31, 2025, an increase of 52.9% compared with December 31, 2024. International business revenue was RMB950.9 million (US$136.0 million) for the fourth quarter of 2025, an increase of 28.6% compared with the same period of 2024, representing 31.4% of total revenue for the fourth quarter of 2025. Fourth Quarter 2025 Financial Highlights Net revenue was RMB3,023.9 million (US$432.4 million) for the fourth quarter of 2025, compared with RMB3,456.7 million for the same period of 2024. Net profit was RMB415.5 million (US$59.4 million) for the fourth quarter of 2025, compared with RMB680.8 million for the same period of 2024. Non-GAAP adjusted operating income,17 which excludes share-based compensation expenses before tax, was RMB519.8 million (US$74.3 million) for the fourth quarter of 2025, compared with RMB822.0 million for the same period of 2024. Diluted net profit per American depositary share ("ADS") was RMB1.63 (US$0.23) and diluted net profit per share was RMB0.33 (US$0.05) for the fourth quarter of 2025, compared with RMB2.61 and RMB0.52 for the same period of 2024, respectively. Non-GAAP diluted net profit per ADS was RMB1.77 (US$0.25) and non-GAAP diluted net profit per share was RMB0.35 (US$0.05) for the fourth quarter of 2025, compared with RMB2.74 and RMB0.55 for the same period of 2024, respectively. Each ADS of the Company represents five Class A ordinary shares of the Company. ________________________________________________________________ 1 Represents the total transaction volume facilitated in China's Mainland and the international markets on the Company's platforms during the period presented. 2 Represents our transaction volume facilitated in China's Mainland during the period presented. During the fourth quarter, RMB19.0 billion was facilitated under the capital-light model, for which the Company does not bear principal risk. 3 Represents our transaction volume facilitated in markets outside China's Mainland during the period presented. These operating data include those of Fundo Loans Pty Ltd, an Australian company acquired in October 2025, for the period after its acquisition. 4 Outstanding loan balance (China's Mainland) as of any date refers to the balance of outstanding loans in China's Mainland market excluding loans delinquent for more than 180 days from such date. As of December 31, 2025, RMB37.8 billion was facilitated under the capital-light model, for which the Company does not bear principal risk. 5 Outstanding loan balance (international) as of any date refers to the balance of outstanding loans in the international markets excluding loans delinquent for more than 30 days from such date. These operating data include those of Fundo Loans Pty Ltd, an Australian company acquired in October 2025, as of December 31, 2025, covering both pre- and post-acquisition periods. 6 On a cumulative basis, the total number of users in China's Mainland market registered on the Company's platform as of December 31, 2025. 7 On a cumulative basis, the total number of borrowers in China's Mainland market registered on the Company's platform as of December 31, 2025. 8 Represents the total number of borrowers in China's Mainland who successfully borrowed on the Company's platform during the period presented. 9 Represents the transaction volume facilitated for repeat borrowers in China's Mainland who successfully completed a transaction on the Company's platform during the period presented. 10 Represents the average loan size on the Company's platform in China's Mainland during the period presented. 11 Represents the average loan tenor on the Company's platform in China's Mainland during the period presented. 12 "90 day+ delinquency ratio" refers to the outstanding principal balance of loans, excluding loans facilitated under the capital-light model, that were 90 to 179 calendar days past due as a percentage of the total outstanding principal balance of loans, excluding loans facilitated under the capital-light model on the Company's platform as of a specific date. Loans that originated outside China's Mainland are not included in the calculation. 13 On a cumulative basis, the total number of users registered on the Company's platforms outside China's Mainland market, as of December 31, 2025. These operating data include those of Fundo Loans Pty Ltd, an Australian company acquired in October 2025, as of December 31, 2025, covering both pre- and post-acquisition periods. 14 On a cumulative basis, the total number of borrowers on the Company's platforms outside China's Mainland market, as of December 31, 2025. These operating data include those of Fundo Loans Pty Ltd, an Australian company acquired in October 2025, as of December 31, 2025, covering both pre- and post-acquisition periods. 15 Represents the total number of borrowers outside China's Mainland who successfully borrowed on the Company platforms during the period presented. These operating data include those of Fundo Loans Pty Ltd, an Australian company acquired in October 2025, for the period after its acquisition. 16 Represents the total number of new borrowers outside China's Mainland whose transactions were facilitated on the Company's platforms during the period presented. These operating data include those of Fundo Loans Pty Ltd, an Australian company acquired in October 2025, for the period after its acquisition. 17 Please refer to "UNAUDITED Reconciliation of GAAP and Non-GAAP Results" for reconciliation between GAAP and Non-GAAP adjusted operating income. Mr. Tiezheng Li, Vice Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of FinVolution, commented, "In 2025, we proudly celebrated FinVolution's 18th anniversary, marking a milestone in our evolution from a passionate Chinese fintech pioneer to a regional platform expanding responsible credit access across Asia and beyond. Despite a challenging macro and regulatory environment in China, we delivered resilient full-year results, with Group revenue of RMB13.6 billion, up 3.8% year over year, and net profit rising 6.6% to RMB2.5 billion. Our effective 'Local Excellence, Global Outlook' strategy drove international revenue to a record 31.4% contribution in the fourth quarter, highlighted by full-year profitability in Indonesia and the Philippines. "We also made a strategic entry into our first developed market, Australia, employing the regulatory maturity and consumer-first mindset we have developed in China alongside our successful experience scaling in Southeast Asia. Going forward, our resilient risk management, ongoing AI innovation investments, and responsible growth will ensure prudent management of our China business while continue to accelerate sustainable international expansion. As we build on our international momentum, we remain committed to delivering growth and enduring value for our users, partners, and shareholders through disciplined execution," concluded Mr. Li. Mr. Jiayuan Xu, Chief Financial Officer of FinVolution, continued, "In the fourth quarter, we navigated a complex environment, prioritizing portfolio quality in China while sustaining strong growth internationally. Group net revenue was RMB3.0 billion and net income was RMB415.5 million, reflecting the near-term impact of tighter underwriting in China, offset by a 28.6% year-over-year increase in international revenues. We also recorded robust international transaction volume growth of 41.4% year over year to RMB4.1 billion and unique borrowers up 133.8% to 3.8 million, underscoring the resilience of our diversified model and our ability to adapt quickly in a dynamic landscape. "Meanwhile, we continued to deliver meaningful shareholder returns, executing US$107.2 million in full-year buybacks, including a record US$40.7 million in the fourth quarter, and increasing our dividend per ADS by 10.5% to US$0.306, totaling approximately US$74.5 million for 2025. Our Chairman and senior management team recently invested an additional US$1.9 million of their own capital, reflecting strong internal confidence in our valuation and long-term prospects. We will continue to advance our strategy with a clear emphasis on execution quality and portfolio resilience, balancing growth and risk management to drive sustainable returns and value creation," concluded Mr. Xu. Fourth Quarter 2025 Financial Results Net revenue for the fourth quarter of 2025 was RMB3,023.9 million (US$432.4 million), compared with RMB3,456.7 million for the same period of 2024. This decrease was primarily due to decreases in loan facilitation service fees, post-facilitation service fees and guarantee income, partially offset by increases in net interest income and other revenue. Loan facilitation service fees were RMB848.9 million (US$121.4 million) for the fourth quarter of 2025, compared with RMB1,344.8 million for the same period of 2024. The decrease was primarily due to decreases in the transaction volume and average rate of transaction service fees in the China market, partially offset by the increase in transaction volume in international markets. Post-facilitation service fees were RMB392.8 million (US$56.2 million) for the fourth quarter of 2025, compared with RMB460.5 million for the same period of 2024. This decrease was primarily due to the rolling impact of deferred transaction fees. Guarantee income was RMB948.5 million (US$135.6 million) for the fourth quarter of 2025, compared with RMB1,205.5 million for the same period of 2024. This decrease was primarily due to the decrease in risk-bearing loans in the China market, as well as the rolling impact of deferred guarantee income. The fair value of quality assurance commitment upon loan origination is released as guarantee income systematically over the term of the loans subject to quality assurance commitment. Net interest income was RMB471.9 million (US$67.5 million) for the fourth quarter of 2025, compared with RMB217.9 million for the same period of 2024. This increase mainly resulted from the increase in the average outstanding loan balances of on-balance sheet loans in both China and the international markets, partially offset by the decrease in interest yield in the China market. Other revenue was RMB361.8 million (US$51.7 million) for the fourth quarter of 2025, compared with RMB228.0 million for the same period of 2024. This increase was primarily due to the increase in the contributions from other revenue streams including other value-added services. Origination, servicing expenses and other costs of revenue were RMB847.3 million (US$121.2 million) for the fourth quarter of 2025, compared with RMB664.0 million for the same period of 2024. This increase was primarily driven by the increase in employee expenditures and higher loan collection expenses in both China and the international markets. Sales and marketing expenses were RMB512.4 million (US$73.3 million) for the fourth quarter of 2025, compared with RMB531.5 million for the same period of 2024. This decrease was primarily due to improved efficiency and decreased investment in marketing activities in China. Research and development expenses were RMB142.6 million (US$20.4 million) for the fourth quarter of 2025, compared with RMB126.3 million for the same period of 2024. This increase was primarily due to increased investments in technology development. General and administrative expenses were RMB124.5 million (US$17.8 million) for the fourth quarter of 2025, compared with RMB112.6 million for the same period of 2024, primarily due to higher professional service fees in the international market. Provision for accounts receivable and contract assets was RMB106.4 million (US$15.2 million) for the fourth quarter of 2025, compared with RMB95.1 million for the same period of 2024. The increase was primarily due to increased transaction volume of off-balance sheet loans in the international market, partially offset by decrease in volume of off-balance sheet loans in the China market. Provision for loans receivable was RMB261.7 million (US$37.4 million) for the fourth quarter of 2025, compared with RMB64.3 million for the same period of 2024. This increase was primarily due to the increase in the outstanding loan balance of on-balance sheet loans in both China and the international markets. Credit losses for quality assurance commitment were RMB546.4 million (US$78.1 million) for the fourth quarter of 2025, compared with RMB1,075.0 million for the same period of 2024. The decrease was primarily due to the decrease in risk-bearing loans in the China market. Operating profit was RMB482.7 million (US$69.0 million) for the fourth quarter of 2025, compared with RMB787.9 million for the same period of 2024. Non-GAAP adjusted operating income, which excludes share-based compensation expenses before tax, was RMB519.8 million (US$74.3 million) for the fourth quarter of 2025, compared with RMB822.0 million for the same period of 2024. Other income was RMB20.8 million (US$3.0 million) for the fourth quarter of 2025, compared with RMB25.9 million for the same period of 2024. The decrease was mainly due to lower gains from a reduction in investment products. Income tax expense was RMB87.9 million (US$12.6 million) for the fourth quarter of 2025, compared with RMB133.1 million for the same period of 2024. This decrease was mainly due to the decrease in pre-tax profit. Net profit was RMB415.5 million (US$59.4 million) for the fourth quarter of 2025, compared with RMB680.8 million for the same period of 2024. Net profit attributable to ordinary shareholders of the Company was RMB424.7 million (US$60.7 million) for the fourth quarter of 2025, compared with RMB680.7 million for the same period of 2024. Diluted net profit per ADS was RMB1.63 (US$0.23) and diluted net profit per share was RMB0.33 (US$0.05) for the fourth quarter of 2025, compared with RMB2.61 and RMB0.52 for the same period of 2024, respectively. Non-GAAP diluted net profit per ADS was RMB1.77 (US$0.25) and non-GAAP diluted net profit per share was RMB0.35 (US$0.05) for the fourth quarter of 2025, compared with RMB2.74 and RMB0.55 for the same period of 2024, respectively. Each ADS represents five Class A ordinary shares of the Company. As of December 31, 2025, the Company had cash and cash equivalents of RMB 4,285.1 million (US$612.8 million) and short-term investments, mainly in wealth management products and term deposits, of RMB3,015.2 million (US$431.2 million). The following chart shows the historical cumulative 30-day plus past due delinquency rates by loan origination vintage for loan products facilitated through the Company's platform in China's Mainland as of December 31, 2025. Loans facilitated under the capital-light model, for which the Company does not bear principal risk, are excluded from the chart. Click here to view the chart. Fiscal Year 2025 Financial Results Net revenue for 2025 was RMB13,569.5 million (US$ 1,940.4 million), compared with RMB13,065.8 million in 2024. This increase was primarily due to increases in loan facilitation service fees, net interest income and other revenue, partially offset by decreases in guarantee income and post-facilitation service fees. Loan facilitation service fees were RMB5,176.5 million (US$740.2 million) for 2025, compared with RMB4,694.4 million in 2024. The increase was primarily due to increases in transaction volume and average rate of transaction service fees in the international markets, partially offset by the decreases in transaction volume and average rate of transaction service fees in the China market. Post-facilitation service fees were RMB1,629.8 million (US$233.1 million) for 2025, compared with RMB1,740.2 million in 2024. This decrease was primarily due to the rolling impact of deferred transaction fees. Guarantee income was RMB4,124.9 million (US$589.9 million) for 2025, compared with RMB5,085.3 million in 2024. This decrease was primarily due to the decrease in risk-bearing loans in the China market, partially offset by an increase in such loans in international markets, as well as the rolling impact of deferred guarantee income. The fair value of quality assurance commitment upon loan origination is released as guarantee income systematically over the term of the loans subject to quality assurance commitment. Net interest income was RMB1,336.5 million (US$191.1 million) for 2025, compared with RMB853.8 million in 2024. This increase mainly resulted from the increase in the average outstanding loan balances of on-balance sheet loans in both China and the international markets. Other revenue was RMB1,301.9 million (US$186.2 million) for 2025, compared with RMB692.1 million in 2024. This increase was primarily due to the increase in the contributions from other revenue streams including other value-added services. Origination, servicing expenses and other costs of revenue were RMB2,900.1 million (US$414.7 million) for 2025, compared with RMB2,381.8 million in 2024. This increase was primarily driven by higher facilitation costs in both China and international markets. Sales and marketing expenses were RMB2,200.5 million (US$314.7 million) for 2025, compared with RMB2,014.3 million in 2024 as a result of our more proactive customer acquisition efforts focusing on quality borrowers in both China and the international markets. Research and development expenses were RMB536.6 million (US$76.7 million) for 2025, compared with RMB496.7 million in 2024. This increase was primarily due to increased investments in technology development. General and administrative expenses were RMB442.1 million (US$63.2 million) for 2025, compared with RMB413.5 million in 2024, primarily due to increases in rents and renovation expenses, professional service fees and miscellaneous administrative expenses. Provision for accounts receivable and contract assets was RMB426.0 million (US$60.9 million) for 2025, compared with RMB317.0 million in 2024. The increase was primarily due to increased transaction volume of off-balance sheet loans in the international market. Provision for loans receivable was RMB637.7 million (US$91.2 million) for 2025, compared with RMB320.0 million in 2024. This increase was primarily due to the increase in the outstanding loan balance of on-balance sheet loans in both China and the international markets. Credit losses for quality assurance commitment were RMB3,462.4 million (US$495.1 million) for 2025, compared with RMB4,587.3 million in 2024. The decrease was primarily due to the decrease in risk-bearing loans in the China market, partially offset by the increase in risk-bearing loans in the international markets. Impairment of goodwill and intangible assets was RMB50.7 million (US$7.2 million) for 2025, compared with nil for the same period of 2024. The increase was primarily due to an impairment of goodwill related to a certain micro-lending company acquired by the Group in 2017, following a performance review during the year. Operating profit was RMB2,913.3 million (US$416.6 million) for 2025, compared with RMB2,535.1 million in 2024. Non-GAAP adjusted operating income, which excludes share-based compensation expenses before tax, was RMB3,062.3 million (US$437.9 million) for 2025, compared with RMB2,679.2 million in 2024. Other income was RMB188.1 million (US$26.9 million) for 2025, compared with RMB310.1 million in 2024. The decrease was mainly due to lower gains from a reduction in investment products, reduced income from investments, and the reduction in government subsidies. Income tax expense was RMB556.2 million (US$79.5 million) for 2025, compared with RMB457.4 million in 2024. This increase was mainly due to the increase in pre-tax profit and the increase in effective tax rate. Net profit was RMB2,545.2 million (US$364.0 million) for 2025, compared with RMB2,387.8 million in 2024. Net profit attributable to ordinary shareholders of the Company was RMB2,542.4 million (US$363.6 million) for 2025, compared with RMB2,383.1 million in 2024. Shares Repurchase Update and Management Purchase For the full year of 2025, the Company deployed approximately US$107.2 million to repurchase its own Class A ordinary shares in the form of ADSs. These repurchases included US$60.7 million worth of ADSs that were repurchased concurrently with the offering of convertible senior notes in June. As of December 31, 2025, in combination with the Company's historical and existing share repurchase programs, the Company had cumulatively repurchased its own Class A ordinary shares in the form of ADSs with a total aggregate value of approximately US$477.3 million since 2018. In December 2025, Chairman of the Board Mr. Shaofeng Gu and other senior management of the Company, purchased in their personal capacity approximately 0.37 million of the Company's ADS, with a total aggregate value of approximately US$1.9 million, independently of the Company's share repurchase programs. The share purchases by senior management reflect strong conviction in the Company's resilient business model, solid fundamentals, and accelerating international expansion. We believe these strengths, supported by the current valuation, position the Company well to execute its "Local Excellence, Global Outlook" strategy and deliver sustainable value to all stakeholders. Business Outlook Through prudent navigation of a complex environment, the Company delivered solid results in 2025. As a result of the near-term uncertainties introduced by recent regulatory changes in China, the Company expects its full-year 2026 total revenue guidance to be in the range of approximately RMB11.5 billion to RMB12.9 billion, representing a year-over-year decline of approximately 5% to 15%. The above forecast is based on the current market conditions and reflects the Company's current preliminary views and expectations on market and operational conditions and the regulatory and operating environment, as well as customers' and institutional partners' demands, all of which are subject to change. Conference Call The Company's management will host an earnings conference call at 8:30 PM U.S. Eastern Time on March 16, 2026 (8:30 AM Beijing/Hong Kong Time on March 17, 2026). Dial-in details for the earnings conference call are as follows: United States (toll free): +1-888-346-8982 Canada (toll free): +1-855-669-9657 International: +1-412-902-4272 Hong Kong, China (toll free): 800-905-945 Mainland, China: 400-120-1203 Participants should dial in at least five minutes before the scheduled start time and ask to be connected to the call for "FinVolution Group". Additionally, a live and archived webcast of the conference call will be available on the Company's investor relations website at https://ir.finvgroup.com. A replay of the conference call will be accessible approximately one hour after the conclusion of the live call until March 23, 2026, by dialing the following telephone numbers: United States / Canada (toll free): +1-855-669-9658 International: +1-412-317-0088 Replay Access Code: 9046716 About FinVolution Group FinVolution Group is a leading fintech platform with strong brand recognition across China and international markets, connecting borrowers of the young generation with financial institutions. Established in 2007, the Company is a pioneer in China's online consumer finance industry and has developed innovative technologies and has accumulated in-depth experience in the core areas of credit risk assessment, fraud detection, big data and artificial intelligence. The Company's platforms, empowered by proprietary cutting-edge technologies, features a highly automated loan transaction process, which enables a superior user experience. As of December 31, 2025, the Company had 239.6 million cumulative registered users across China and international markets. For more information, please visit https://ir.finvgroup.com Use of Non-GAAP Financial Measures We use non-GAAP adjusted operating income, non-GAAP operating margin, non-GAAP net profit, non-GAAP net profit attributable to FinVolution Group, and non-GAAP basic and diluted net profit per share and per ADS which are non-GAAP financial measures, in evaluating our operating results and for financial and operational decision-making purposes. We believe that these non-GAAP financial measures help identify underlying trends in our business by excluding the impact of share-based compensation expenses and expected discretionary measures. We believe that non-GAAP financial measures provide useful information about our operating results, enhance the overall understanding of our past performance and future prospects and allow for greater visibility with respect to key metrics used by our management in its financial and operational decision-making. Non-GAAP adjusted operating income, non-GAAP operating margin, non-GAAP net profit, non-GAAP net profit attributable to FinVolution Group, and non-GAAP basic and diluted net profit per share and per ADS are not defined under U.S. GAAP and are not presented in accordance with U.S. GAAP. These non-GAAP financial measures have limitations as analytical tool, and when assessing our operating performance, cash flows or our liquidity, investors should not consider it in isolation, or as a substitute for net income, cash flows provided by operating activities or other consolidated statements of operation and cash flow data prepared in accordance with U.S. GAAP. The Company encourages investors and others to review our financial information in its entirety and not rely on a single financial measure. For more information on this non-GAAP financial measure, please see the table captioned "Reconciliations of GAAP and Non-GAAP results" set forth at the end of this press release. Exchange Rate Information This announcement contains translations of certain RMB amounts into U.S. dollars at a specified rate solely for the convenience of the reader. Unless otherwise noted, all translations from RMB to U.S. dollars are made at a rate of RMB6.9931 to US$1.00, the rate in effect as of December 31, 2025 as certified for customs purposes by the Federal Reserve Bank of New York. Safe Harbor Statement This press release contains forward-looking statements. These statements constitute "forward-looking" statements within the meaning of Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, and as defined in the U.S. Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These forward-looking statements can be identified by terminology such as "will," "expects," "anticipates," "future," "intends," "plans," "believes," "estimates," "target," "confident" and similar statements. Such statements are based upon management's current expectations and current market and operating conditions and relate to events that involve known or unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors, all of which are difficult to predict and many of which are beyond the Company's control. Forward-looking statements involve risks, uncertainties and other factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those contained in any such statements. Potential risks and uncertainties include, but are not limited to, uncertainties as to the Company's ability to attract and retain borrowers and investors on its marketplace, its ability to increase volume of loans facilitated through the Company's marketplace, its ability to introduce new loan products and platform enhancements, its ability to compete effectively, laws, regulations and governmental policies relating to the online consumer finance industry in China, general economic conditions in China, and the Company's ability to meet the standards necessary to maintain listing of its ADSs on the NYSE, including its ability to cure any non-compliance with the NYSE's continued listing criteria. Further information regarding these and other risks, uncertainties or factors is included in the Company's filings with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. All information provided in this press release is as of the date of this press release, and FinVolution does not undertake any obligation to update any forward-looking statement as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, except as required under applicable law. For investor and media inquiries, please contact: In China:FinVolution GroupHead of Capital MarketsYam ChengTel: +86 (21) 8030-3200 Ext. 8601E-mail: ir@xinye.com Piacente Financial CommunicationsJenny CaiTel: +86 (10) 6508-0677E-mail: finv@tpg-ir.com In the United States:Piacente Financial CommunicationsBrandi PiacenteTel: +1-212-481-2050E-mail: finv@tpg-ir.com FinVolution Group UNAUDITED INTERIM CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS (All amounts in thousands, except share data, or otherwise noted) As of December 31, As of December 31, 2024 2025 RMB RMB USD Assets Cash and cash equivalents 4,672,772 4,285,121 612,764 Restricted cash 2,074,300 1,912,850 273,534 Short-term investments 2,832,382 3,015,226 431,172 Investments 1,173,003 1,141,816 163,278 Quality assurance receivable, net of credit loss allowance for quality assurance receivable of RMB426,949 and RMB 581,475 as of December 31, 2024 and December 31, 2025, respectively 1,639,591 1,315,184 188,069 Intangible assets 137,298 270,246 38,645 Property, equipment and software, net 623,792 641,316 91,707 Loans receivable, net of credit loss allowance for loans receivable of RMB226,467 and RMB 544,905 as of December 31, 2024 and December 31, 2025, respectively 4,157,621 6,471,619 925,429 Accounts receivable and contract assets, net of credit lossallowance for accounts receivable and contract assets of RMB290,267 and RMB 340,816 as of December 31, 2024 and December 31, 2025, respectively 2,405,880 2,028,585 290,084 Deferred tax assets 2,513,865 2,992,071 427,860 Right of use assets 36,826 52,020 7,439 Prepaid expenses and other assets 1,289,380 1,207,791 172,712 Goodwill 50,411 79,759 11,405 Total assets 23,607,121 25,413,604 3,634,098 Liabilities and Shareholders' Equity Deferred guarantee income 1,515,950 1,119,004 160,015 Liability from quality assurance commitment 2,964,116 2,574,842 368,198 Payroll and welfare payable 290,389 361,188 51,649 Taxes payable 705,928 177,064 25,320 Short-term borrowings 5,594 170,408 24,368 Funds payable to investors of consolidated trusts 796,122 778,531 111,328 Contract liability 10,185 226 32 Deferred tax liabilities 491,213 786,556 112,476 Accrued expenses and other liabilities 1,245,184 1,448,231 207,094 Leasing liabilities 28,765 44,711 6,394 Convertible senior notes - 1,019,266 145,753 Long-term borrowings - 89,590 12,811 Total liabilities 8,053,446 8,569,617 1,225,438 Commitments and contingencies FinVolution Group Shareholders' equity Ordinary shares 103 103 15 Additional paid-in capital 5,815,437 5,908,586 844,917 Treasury stock (1,765,542) (2,465,259) (352,527) Statutory reserves 852,723 1,042,312 149,049 Accumulated other comprehensive income 92,626 13,027 1,863 Retained Earnings 10,208,717 12,051,332 1,723,318 Total FinVolution Group shareholders' equity 15,204,064 16,550,101 2,366,635 Non-controlling interest 349,611 293,886 42,025 Total shareholders' equity 15,553,675 16,843,987 2,408,660 Total liabilities and shareholders' equity 23,607,121 25,413,604 3,634,098 FinVolution Group UNAUDITED INTERIM CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF COMPREHENSIVE INCOME (All amounts in thousands, except share data, or otherwise noted) For the Three Months Ended December 31, For the Year Ended December 31, 2024 2025 2024 2025 RMB RMB USD RMB RMB USD Operating revenue: Loan facilitation service fees 1,344,799 848,943 121,397 4,694,380 5,176,457 740,224 Post-facilitation service fees 460,465 392,756 56,163 1,740,241 1,629,777 233,055 Guarantee income 1,205,502 948,461 135,628 5,085,296 4,124,934 589,858 Net interest income 217,927 471,922 67,484 853,779 1,336,459 191,111 Other Revenue 227,999 361,802 51,737 692,128 1,301,856 186,163 Net revenue 3,456,692 3,023,884 432,409 13,065,824 13,569,483 1,940,411 Operating expenses: Origination, servicing expenses and other cost of revenue (663,982) (847,318) (121,165) (2,381,839) (2,900,149) (414,716) Sales and marketing expenses (531,530) (512,448) (73,279) (2,014,254) (2,200,543) (314,673) Research and development expenses (126,257) (142,573) (20,388) (496,740) (536,617) (76,735) General and administrative expenses (112,570) (124,454) (17,797) (413,548) (442,148) (63,226) Provision for accounts receivable and contract assets (95,132) (106,405) (15,216) (317,049) (425,966) (60,912) Provision for loans receivable (64,346) (261,657) (37,416) (320,013) (637,700) (91,190) Credit losses for quality assurance commitment (1,074,955) (546,374) (78,130) (4,587,254) (3,462,384) (495,114) Impairment of goodwill and intangible assets - - - - (50,676) (7,247) Total operating expenses (2,668,772) (2,541,229) (363,391) (10,530,697) (10,656,183) (1,523,813) Operating profit 787,920 482,655 69,018 2,535,127 2,913,300 416,598 Other income, net 25,945 20,776 2,971 310,123 188,145 26,904 Profit before income tax expense 813,865 503,431 71,989 2,845,250 3,101,445 443,502 Income tax expenses (133,110) (87,904) (12,570) (457,405) (556,243) (79,542) Net profit 680,755 415,527 59,419 2,387,845 2,545,202 363,960 Less: Net profit/(loss) attributable to non-controlling interest shareholders 50 (9,186) (1,314) 4,699 2,797 400 Net profit attributable to FinVolution Group 680,705 424,713 60,733 2,383,146 2,542,405 363,560 Foreign currency translation adjustment, net of nil tax 28,205 (18,371) (2,627) 12,620 (79,599) (11,383) Total comprehensive income attributable to FinVolution Group 708,910 406,342 58,106 2,395,766 2,462,806 352,177 Weighted average number of ordinary shares used in computing net income per share Basic 1,266,235,809 1,240,449,252 1,240,449,252 1,287,853,207 1,259,849,521 1,259,849,521 Diluted 1,303,393,465 1,328,365,218 1,328,365,218 1,320,229,492 1,334,237,985 1,334,237,985 Net profit per share attributable to FinVolution Group's ordinary shareholders Basic 0.54 0.34 0.05 1.85 2.02 0.29 Diluted 0.52 0.33 0.05 1.81 1.92 0.27 Net profit per ADS attributable to FinVolution Group's ordinary shareholders (one ADS equal five ordinary shares) Basic 2.69 1.71 0.24 9.25 10.09 1.44 Diluted 2.61 1.63 0.23 9.03 9.59 1.37 FinVolution Group UNAUDITED INTERIM CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS (All amounts in thousands, except share data, or otherwise noted) Three Months Ended December 31, Year Ended December 31, 2024 2025 2024 2025 RMB RMB USD RMB RMB USD Net cash provided by operating activities 419,707 464,913 66,482 2,893,160 1,867,600 267,064 Net cash used in investing activities (737,991) (330,241) (47,222) (2,295,816) (2,183,697) (312,263) Net cash provided by/(used in) financing activities 127,539 (530,864) (75,912) (622,715) (194,696) (27,841) Effect of exchange rate changes on cash and cash equivalents 5,407 (13,185) (1,888) 3,053 (38,308) (5,480) Net decrease in cash, cash equivalent and restricted cash (185,338) (409,377) (58,540) (22,318) (549,101) (78,520) Cash, cash equivalent and restricted cash at beginning of period 6,932,410 6,607,348 944,838 6,769,390 6,747,072 964,818 Cash, cash equivalent and restricted cash at end of period 6,747,072 6,197,971 886,298 6,747,072 6,197,971 886,298 FinVolution Group UNAUDITED Reconciliation of GAAP and Non-GAAP Results (All amounts in thousands, except share data, or otherwise noted) For the Three Months Ended December 31, For the Year Ended December 31, 2024 2025 2024 2025 RMB RMB USD RMB RMB USD Net Revenues 3,456,692 3,023,884 432,409 13,065,824 13,569,483 1,940,411 Less: total operating expenses (2,668,772) (2,541,229) (363,391) (10,530,697) (10,656,183) (1,523,813) Operating Income 787,920 482,655 69,018 2,535,127 2,913,300 416,598 Add: share-based compensation expenses 34,064 37,183 5,317 144,052 149,045 21,313 Non-GAAP adjusted operating income 821,984 519,838 74,335 2,679,179 3,062,345 437,911 Operating Margin 22.8 % 16.0 % 16.0 % 19.4 % 21.5 % 21.5 % Non-GAAP operating margin 23.8 % 17.2 % 17.2 % 20.5 % 22.6 % 22.6 % Non-GAAP adjusted operating income 821,984 519,838 74,335 2,679,179 3,062,345 437,911 Add: other income, net 25,945 20,776 2,971 310,123 188,145 26,904 Less: income tax expenses (133,110) (87,904) (12,570) (457,405) (556,243) (79,542) Non-GAAP net profit 714,819 452,710 64,736 2,531,897 2,694,247 385,273 Net profit/(loss) attributable to non-controlling interest shareholders 50 (9,186) (1,314) 4,699 2,797 400 Non-GAAP net profit attributable to FinVolution Group 714,769 461,896 66,050 2,527,198 2,691,450 384,873 Weighted average number of ordinary shares used in computing net income per share Basic 1,266,235,809 1,240,449,252 1,240,449,252 1,287,853,207 1,259,849,521 1,259,849,521 Diluted 1,303,393,465 1,328,365,218 1,328,365,218 1,320,229,492 1,334,237,985 1,334,237,985 Non-GAAP net profit per share attributable to FinVolution Group's ordinary shareholders Basic 0.56 0.37 0.05 1.96 2.14 0.31 Diluted 0.55 0.35 0.05 1.91 2.03 0.29 Non-GAAP net profit per ADS attributable to FinVolution Group's ordinary shareholders (one ADS equal five ordinary shares) Basic 2.82 1.86 0.27 9.81 10.68 1.53 Diluted 2.74 1.77 0.25 9.57 10.15 1.44
2026-03-16 22:00:00

WEKA Maximizes Token Output With Lower Cost Per Token on NVIDIA BlueField-4 STX
NeuralMesh and Augmented Memory Grid Integration with NVIDIA STX Increases Token Production by 6.5x in the Same GPU Footprint, Slashing Cost of Inference for AI-Driven Organizations SAN JOSE, Calif. and CAMPBELL, Calif., March 17, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- From GTC 2026: WEKA, the AI storage and memory systems company, today announced the integration of its NeuralMeshTM software with the NVIDIA STX reference architecture. WEKA's breakthrough Augmented Memory GridTM memory extension technology running on NeuralMesh will support NVIDIA STX to bring high-throughput context memory storage to agentic AI factories, making long-context reasoning seamless across sessions, tools, and tasks. Leveraging NVIDIA Vera Rubin NVL72, NVIDIA BlueField-4, and NVIDIA Spectrum-X Ethernet, the NeuralMesh solution based on NVIDIA STX will deliver an estimated increase of 4-10x more tokens per second for context memory while supporting at least 320 GB read and 150 GB write throughput per second for AI workloads, more than double the throughput of conventional AI storage platforms. WEKA and NVIDIA unlock cost-efficient AI inference at scale Solving the Inference Cost Problem with Shared KV Cache InfrastructureScaling agentic systems, especially for software engineering applications, exposes a hard truth: today's AI economics are decided at the memory infrastructure layer. Every large-scale inference fleet hits the memory wall: limited high-bandwidth memory (HBM) on the GPU is rapidly exhausted, key-value (KV) cache is evicted, context is lost, and the system is forced to repeat work it already completed. This architectural inefficiency sends inference costs soaring. The answer is a shared KV cache infrastructure that keeps context live across agents, users, and sessions. It eliminates redundant computation, sustains token throughput, and maintains predictable performance. Without shared KV cache infrastructure, every increase in concurrent users and agents becomes a liability — costs rise, experiences degrade, and the inference fleet becomes harder to operate the larger it grows. With STX for context memory, NVIDIA is introducing a blueprint to address these core inference bottlenecks. Context Memory Storage: The Foundation of Agentic AI FactoriesWith co-designed WEKA solutions based on NVIDIA STX architecture, AI clouds, enterprises, and AI model builders can deploy the infrastructure foundation they need to run GPUs at peak productivity, sustain high-volume token production, and make large-scale inference more energy and cost-efficient. Leading AI innovators and cloud providers, such as Firmus, are already transforming their inference economics with Augmented Memory Grid on NeuralMesh. "Real-world AI doesn't run in a lab— it has power constraints, cooling limits, and relentless workload demand. Firmus is built for exactly that. Paired with NVIDIA AI infrastructure, WEKA Augmented Memory Grid delivers up to 6.5x higher tokens per second and 4x faster TTFT at scale, proving we can get more performance from the same GPU footprint. With NeuralMesh and Augmented Memory Grid integrated into our NVIDIA-aligned AI Factory and NVIDIA STX reference architecture, we'll be able to deliver the fastest context memory network for predictable and efficient inference at scale," said Daniel Kearney, Chief Technology Officer at Firmus. NeuralMesh and NVIDIA STX: Purpose-Built for Agentic AINeuralMesh is WEKA's intelligent, adaptive storage system built on over 170 patents. It will run across the full-stack STX reference architecture, providing the next-generation storage organizations need to standardize high-performance AI data services and accelerate agentic AI outcomes. WEKA's Augmented Memory Grid is a purpose-built memory extension layer that pools and persists KV cache outside of GPU memory, keeping long-context sessions stable and concurrency high as inference workloads grow. First unveiled at GTC 2025 and generally available to NeuralMesh customers today, Augmented Memory Grid has been validated with Supermicro on NVIDIA Grace CPUs and BlueField-3 DPUs to deliver numerous benefits that improve AI economics, including: Faster User Experiences: Augmented Memory Grid on NeuralMesh delivers up to 4-20x improvement in time-to-first-token, keeping AI agents and applications responsive under real-world load. More Revenue from the Same Hardware: Serve 6.5x more tokens per GPU — without adding infrastructure. Sustained Performance at Scale: Augmented Memory Grid maintains high KV cache hit rates even as sessions, agents, and context windows grow — preventing the performance cliff that hits DRAM-only architectures. GPU-Native Efficiency: BlueField-4 integration offloads the storage data path from the CPU, keeping GPUs fully productive and eliminating I/O bottlenecks. "With coding LLMs advancing, we're seeing unprecedented adoption of Agentic AI use cases for software engineering, where productivity increases by 100-1000x. As coding assistants make repeated calls against largely unchanged codebases and prompts, WEKA's Augmented Memory Grid reuses cached context instead of forcing redundant prefill, even as context windows grow to incredible lengths. This provides a major boost in response times and greatly increases the number of concurrent users running on the same infrastructure," said Liran Zvibel, co-founder and CEO at WEKA. "WEKA first identified this need for context memory storage more than a year ago and launched Augmented Memory Grid at GTC 2025. Now, NVIDIA STX opens the door to organizations running their storage and memory extension infrastructure on state-of-the-art NVIDIA Vera Rubin architecture, including NVIDIA BlueField-4 and NVIDIA Spectrum-X Ethernet. Running Augmented Memory Grid on NeuralMesh for NVIDIA STX delivers extreme performance and efficiency that translates directly to game-changing AI economics." Availability WEKA's Augmented Memory Grid is commercially available with NeuralMesh today. Organizations that don't address the memory wall today will find it harder and more expensive to scale tomorrow. As agentic workloads grow and context windows expand, DRAM-only architectures face a compounding cost problem: each additional concurrent user or session increases recomputation overhead, GPU idle time, and operational cost. The organizations that architect for persistent KV cache now will have a structural cost and performance advantage over those that wait. For more information about NeuralMesh, visit: weka.io/NeuralMesh.For more information about Augmented Memory Grid, visit: weka.io/augmented-memory-grid. Organizations can learn more at weka.io/nvidia or visit WEKA at GTC 2026, booth #1034. About WEKAWEKA is transforming how organizations build, run, and scale AI workflows with NeuralMeshTM by WEKA®, its intelligent, adaptive mesh storage system. Unlike traditional data infrastructure, which becomes slower and more fragile as workloads expand, NeuralMesh becomes faster, stronger, and more efficient as it scales, dynamically adapting to AI environments to provide a flexible foundation for enterprise AI and agentic AI innovation. Trusted by 30% of the Fortune 50, NeuralMesh helps leading enterprises, AI cloud providers, and AI builders optimize GPUs, scale AI faster, and reduce innovation costs. Learn more at www.weka.io or connect with us on LinkedIn and X. WEKA and the W logo are registered trademarks of WekaIO, Inc. Other trade names herein may be trademarks of their respective owners. WEKA_v1_Logo_new
2026-03-16 22:00:00

Sands China Makes Grand Debut at Hong Kong's Art Central
Sands Gallery serves as international cultural portal showcasing emerging Macao artists MACAO, March 12, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Sands China has long supported the Macao SAR government's policy of diversified development by actively promoting the high-quality development of Macao's arts and cultural sector and its talent pool. From March 25 to 29, the company will further leverage Sands Gallery as an international cultural portal for Macao by presenting the works of three outstanding emerging Macao contemporary artists – Lei Ieng Wai, Leong Chi Mou, and Dor Lio Hak Man – at Art Central, an international art event during Hong Kong's art month. Sands China is the first integrated tourism and leisure enterprise from Macao invited as an Associate Partner at this prestigious art event. Through Art Central, the company aims to promote young Macao artists onto major international art stage, demonstrating the vitality of Macao's new generation of contemporary artists, highlighting Macao's attributes through artistic lens, and further advancing the city's cultural talent development. From March 25 to 29, Sands China is debuting its Sands Gallery at Art Central, an international art event during Hong Kong’s art month, and presenting three outstanding contemporary young artists from Macao – Lei Ieng Wai, Leong Chi Mou, and Dor Lio Hak Man – to showcase the emerging strength of Macao’s art scene. The Sands Gallery booth at Art Central will feature selected works by the three young artists, including multi-media paintings and thematic installation. Each artist brings a distinctive style: Lei Ieng Wai centres his practice on optical exploration, responding to the rhythm of urban life through precisely structured colour fields and geometric compositions; Leong Chi Mou employs gilding techniques to construct richly textured surfaces that evoke the memory and landscape of Macao; Dor Lio Hak Man offers an authentic perspective, blending a delicate painting style with depictions of urban life that resonate deeply with audiences. All three are rising forces within the Macau Artist Society, whose creativity, craftsmanship, and conceptual approaches demonstrate international vision and professional standards, and they have begun to make a name for themselves in the art world both at home and abroad. Their diverse and high-quality works align with this year's Art Central theme, "Discover Art. Make It Yours." Sands Gallery aspires to reflect Macao's deep cultural heritage emanating from the city's East-West fusion – through presenting the works of these promising Macao artists, allowing the world to better appreciate the city's creativity and vitality. Since its founding in 2015, Art Central has been a highlight of Hong Kong Art Month and an important global platform for creative exploration and cultural exchange. This year's edition will be held over five days at the Central Harbourfront, bringing together emerging artists, international masters, collectors, and art institutions from around the world, injecting fresh perspectives into the global and regional art scenes. Sands Gallery was established in 2022 at The Grand Suites at Four Seasons in Macao and has curated 12 exhibitions of varied styles to date, featuring outstanding works by more than 60 esteemed artists from China, Japan, Korea, Italy, the United States, and other countries and regions, spanning the Chinese and international art scene. It has provided a professional showcase for Macao artists and participated in multiple editions of "Art Macao: Macao International Art Biennale," supporting the city's development as a base for exchange and cooperation where Chinese culture is the mainstream and diverse cultures coexist. As a leading integrated tourism and leisure enterprise in Macao, Sands China has been committed to promoting the integrated development of culture and tourism. Its presence at Art Central through Sands Gallery represents significant recognition from the international art community and further reinforces its role as an international cultural portal for Macao. By creating opportunities for Macao artists to step onto the world stage, Sands China leverages art as a drawcard to promote Macao tourism, enhancing the international competitiveness of the city's cultural sector and fostering new momentum to Macao's diversified development. For more information about Art Central and ticketing, please visit artcentralhongkong.com. About Sands GalleryAs an art space located at The Grand Suites at Four Seasons in Macao, Sands Gallery is dedicated to bringing diverse art exhibitions to the city, fostering the sustainable development of Macao's cultural and creative industries. Since its establishment in 2022, the gallery has hosted 12 exhibitions of varied styles, introducing artworks of international and national calibre while also providing opportunities for local artists to showcase their works and connect with the global art stage. Through continued endeavours in Macao's arts and cultural sector, Sands China has built the Gallery into a platform of artistic weight and cultural depth, injecting multicultural vitality into Macao, enriching the artistic experiences of residents and visitors, and enhancing public appreciation of art. At the same time, it fully supports the Macao SAR government's policy of promoting non-gaming development, contributing to Macao's growth as "a base for exchange and cooperation where Chinese culture is the mainstream and diverse cultures coexist." About Sands China Ltd. Sands China Ltd. (Sands China or the Company) is incorporated in the Cayman Islands with limited liability and is listed on The Stock Exchange of Hong Kong Limited (HKEx: 1928). Sands China is the largest operator of integrated resorts in Macao. The Company's integrated resorts on the Cotai Strip comprise The Venetian® Macao, The Plaza® Macao, The Parisian® Macao and The Londoner® Macao. The Company also owns and operates Sands® Macao on the Macao peninsula. The Company's portfolio features a diversified mix of leisure and business attractions and transportation operations, including large meeting and convention facilities; a wide range of restaurants; shopping malls; world-class entertainment at The Venetian Arena, The Londoner Arena, The Venetian Theatre, The Parisian Theatre, The Londoner Theatre and Sands Theatre; and a high-speed Cotai Water Jet ferry service between Hong Kong and Macao. The Company's Cotai Strip portfolio has the goal of contributing to Macao's transformation into a world centre of tourism and leisure. Sands China is a subsidiary of global resort developer Las Vegas Sands Corp. (NYSE: LVS). For more information, please visit www.sandschina.com. About Art CentralArt Central, a cornerstone event of Hong Kong Art Month, presents the next generation of talent from Asia's most forward-thinking galleries alongside celebrated artists from across the globe. Since its inaugural edition in 2015, Art Central has established itself as a leading platform for innovation in contemporary art, advancing the profiles of artists and galleries and reinforcing their presence within the international art landscape. Today, the Fair is recognised for the strength of its curatorial programming and as a vital meeting point for discovery and exchange among collectors and curators representing private, corporate, and institutional collections worldwide. Media contacts: Corporate Communications, Sands China Ltd. Mabel Wu Jesse Chiang Tel: +853 8118 2268 Tel: +853 8118 2054 Email: mabel.wu@sands.com.mo Email: jesse.chiang@sands.com.mo Artist Profiles Lei Ieng WaiThe 39-year-old artist is a graduate of the Oil Painting Department of the Guangzhou Academy of Fine Arts, holding both bachelor's and master's degrees. He currently serves as director of the Macau Artist Society, and vice president of the Macau Youth Art Association, and is a renowned and influential artist in Macao. Lei acquires creative inspirations from the tension of light and shadow in everyday life. He draws on scientific theory as the foundation of aesthetics, transforming artificial spectra, proportional values, and geometric structures into repetitive and precise blocks of colour and surfaces of light, exploring urban changes and the lives of city dwellers. He has held solo exhibitions in Portugal, Taiwan, and Macao, and participated in group exhibitions in the Chinese mainland, Macao, Portugal, the United Kingdom, Spain, Australia, and the United States, including Art Madrid 2018, Affordable Art Fair New York, Affordable Art Fair Hampstead, and the collateral exhibition of "Art Macao: Macau International Art Biennale 2023." Leong Chi MouThe 34-year-old artist graduated from the Macao Polytechnic University's Faculty of Art and Design with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Visual Arts (Oil Painting). He is a member of the Macau Artist Society and one of Macao's most influential emerging artists. His works span both painting and installations. His practice interrogates shifting notions of value and the cultural interfaces that shape identity, informed by personal migration histories and Macao's post-colonial context. Through these inquiries, Leong's works examine the conditions of cultural survival and the intricate entanglements between artistic essence and value systems. Beyond his solo exhibitions in Macao, he has participated in group exhibitions across the Chinese mainland, Portugal, Belgium, Japan, and other countries and regions. Notable appearances include the 23rd Shanghai Art Fair, the Shenzhen Art Fair, the Guangzhou International Art Fair, the collateral exhibition of "Art Macao: Macao International Art Biennale 2023," and the Belgian exhibition "Surrealistic Chinoiserie: Golden City of Seres – A Cultural and Artistic Exchange Exhibition and Performance between Macao and Antwerp." Dor Lio Hak ManThe 49-year-old artist serves as vice-director of the Macau Artist Society, vice president of the Macau Youth Art Association, council member of the Society of Urban Sketchers Macao, and a member of Comic's Kingdom Macau. He teaches visual art at a Macao high school and via private lessons. Born into an artistic family and graduating from City University of Macau, he channels influences from Japanese manga and Western painting into a practice grounded in everyday observation. His work records daily encounters, emotional impressions, and imaginative associations with a relaxed sensibility. He shapes a refined, philosophically attuned visual language that bridges interior experience with an outward-facing openness. He has held solo exhibitions such as "Festa – Exhibition of Works by Lio Hak Man" in Macao and participated in group exhibitions in the Chinese mainland, Portugal, and South Korea, including "FEBRE: 15 Contemporary Artists from Macao" in Lisbon, "Beijing-Macao Art Teachers Group Exhibition," and the "South Korea-Hong Kong-Macao Joint Art Exhibition."
2026-03-12 13:06:00

Emerald Clinical Trials Honored with 2026 Asia Pacific Biopharma Excellence Award for Outstanding Patient Recruitment & Engagement
SINGAPORE, March 12, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Emerald Clinical Trials, a leading global clinical research organization (CRO), today announced it has been named a winner of a 2026 Asia Pacific Biopharma Excellence Award (ABEA). The company was recognized with the Best Clinical Trials Supplier Award: Outstanding Patient Recruitment & Engagement. The ABEA award highlights Emerald's ability to navigate the complex recruitment landscapes of the Asia-Pacific region, ensuring that life-changing therapies reach patients with both speed and compassion. "This recognition is a testament to our team's dedication to solving the most complex challenges in clinical development," said Chantal Elbayeh, Executive Director, Project Delivery at Emerald Clinical Trials. "By bridging the gap between innovative science and patient access, Emerald is not just facilitating trials—we are facilitating hope. This award reinforces our role at the forefront of strengthening the biopharmaceutical ecosystem and advancing the availability of breakthrough therapies for patients worldwide." The ABEA serves as a benchmark for industry leaders and trend-setters who have made significant contributions to the advancement of biologics and pharmaceutical products. Emerald Clinical Trials was selected for its unparalleled commitment to patient-centric strategies and its operational excellence in the APAC region. The formal award ceremony took place on Wednesday, March 11, 2026, at the Sands Expo & Convention Centre, Singapore, where Emerald was recognized alongside the region's top biopharma innovators. About Emerald Clinical TrialsEmerald Clinical Trials is a global clinical research organization with 25+ years of experience, partnering with over 160 biotech companies and 15 of the world's top 20 pharmaceutical firms. Headquartered in Singapore, the company delivers end-to-end Phase I–IV and real-world trial solutions, with recognized leadership in renal research. With 800+ employees worldwide, Emerald Clinical combines global reach with local expertise to accelerate trials and advance healthcare. For more information, visit www.emeraldclinical.com.
2026-03-12 13:02:00

IMG Recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a 2026 Best Travel Insurance Company
INDIANAPOLIS, March 12, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- IMG is proud to be recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a top provider for 2026 in the following categories: Best Travel Insurance Companies Most Affordable Travel Insurance Companies Best Cancel for Any Reason Travel Insurance Best Medical Travel Insurance Best Travel Insurance for Seniors Best Cruise Insurance Best Travel Insurance for Pet Owners "Being recognized across a number of travel insurance categories by U.S. News reinforces IMG's vision of being the preeminent provider of travel and health safety solutions," said Justin Poehler, IMG Chief Commercial Officer. "We are honored by this distinction and remain firmly committed to delivering industry‐leading products and services to travelers around the world." U.S. News's methodology is designed to evaluate and identify insurance companies that deliver the most reliable and highly rated travel protection options. "Since the COVID-19 pandemic, the demand for reliable travel insurance has been exceptionally strong, turning protection from a niche offering into a travel necessity for millions," said Erin Evans, Managing Editor of Travel at U.S. News. "With the U.S. travel insurance market projected to reach over $15 billion by 2030, it's clear that consumers are prioritizing comprehensive coverage." For the 2026 edition of Best Travel Insurance Companies, U.S. News assessed 45 providers that offer travel insurance plans to U.S. residents. Ratings are based on a proprietary analysis that equally weights three key data sources: professional ratings & reviews, consumer ratings & reviews, and credit ratings, resulting in each company's overall rating. For information about IMG's leading travel and health safety solutions, visit www.imglobal.com. About IMG® (International Medical Group®) IMG® (International Medical Group®), a SiriusPoint company, is an award-winning global insurance benefits and assistance services company that has served millions of members worldwide since its founding in 1990. The preeminent provider of travel and health safety solutions, IMG offers a wide range of insurance programs, including international private medical insurance, travel medical insurance, and travel insurance, as well as enterprise services, including insurance administrative services and 24/7 emergency medical, security, and travel assistance. IMG's world-class services, combined with an extensive product portfolio, provide Global Peace of Mind® for travelers, students, missionaries, marine crews, and other individuals or groups traveling, working, or living away from home. For more information, please visit www.imglobal.com. About U.S. News & World Report U.S. News & World Report is the global leader for journalism that empowers consumers, citizens, business leaders and policy officials to make confident decisions in all aspects of their lives and communities. A multifaceted media company, U.S. News provides unbiased rankings, independent reporting and analysis, and consumer advice to millions of people on USNews.com each month. A pillar in Washington for more than 90 years, U.S. News is the trusted home for in-depth and exclusive insights on education, health, politics, the economy, personal finance, travel, automobiles, real estate, careers and consumer products and services. Media Contact: Carly Kessler, IMG Communications Manager, carly.kessler@imglobal.com
2026-03-12 13:00:00

Silicon Motion Launches SM8008, the Industry's First Purpose-Built PCIe Gen5 Controller for Enterprise Boot Drive and Ultra-Low-Power Storage
Power-Efficient Architecture Delivers Up to 14GB/s Performance Under 5W for Hyperscale and Enterprise Server Deployments TAIPEI and MILPITAS, Calif., March 12, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Silicon Motion Technology Corporation (NasdaqGS: SIMO), a global leader in designing and marketing NAND flash controllers for solid-state storage devices, today announced the launch of the SM8008, a PCIe Gen5 x4 NVMe enterprise SSD controller purpose-built for data center boot drives and power-sensitive enterprise storage applications. As hyperscale and enterprise data centers expand server deployments, boot SSDs have become a critical infrastructure component across every system node. The SM8008 addresses this growing demand with a controller architecture optimized for power efficiency, predictable performance, and enterprise-grade security at scale, while supporting the OCP Hyperscale NVMe Boot SSD Specification to meet production-ready enterprise deployment requirements. "The rapid growth of AI and cloud infrastructure is driving large-scale server deployments," said Alex Chou, Senior Vice President of Enterprise Storage & Display Interface Solution Business at Silicon Motion. "While much focus is placed on accelerators and high-performance storage, every AI server relies on reliable, power-efficient boot storage. SM8008 is purpose-built for this critical layer, delivering Gen5 performance with enterprise-grade security while strengthening our enterprise portfolio." Power Efficiency at Data Center Scale Boot SSDs operate continuously across thousands—or even millions—of servers. Even marginal power savings per drive can translate into significant reductions in total data center power consumption and operating costs. Built on advanced TSMC 6nm process technology, the SM8008 delivers: Up to 14GB/s sequential throughput Over 2.3 million random IOPS (4K) Active power consumption under 5W PCIe Gen5 x4 host interface 8 NAND channels supporting ONFI and Toggle DDR 5.0 up to 3,600MT/s It supports single channel DDR4-3200 or LPDDR4-3200 DRAM with inline ECC architecture to further optimize system-level power efficiency and BOM cost, making it ideal for high-volume hyperscale deployments. By balancing high Gen5 performance with stringent power targets, the SM8008 enables data center operators to modernize boot infrastructure without increasing energy budgets. Designed for Hyperscale and Enterprise Infrastructure The SM8008 is engineered to meet the architectural, scalability, and security requirements of hyperscale and enterprise server environments. It supports the latest NVMe 2.0a protocol and meets OCP Hyperscale NVMe Boot SSD Specification Version 1.0, enabling seamless integration into open data center platforms. The SM8008 supports multiple industry-standard form factors including M.2, U.2, E1.S, and E3.S, providing flexibility for diverse server architectures. Enterprise Security Built for Long-Term Compliance Security is a core design pillar of the SM8008 architecture. The controller integrates a comprehensive enterprise-grade security framework, including: TCG Opal 2.0 compliant encryption Hardware-accelerated AES-256, SHA2-512, and RSA-3072b Secure Boot and firmware authentication Support for DICE and SPDM CNSA 2.0 readiness, aligning with the requirement that all new NSS acquisitions comply with the standard beginning in 2027. This robust security architecture ensures data integrity, firmware protection, and compliance with evolving regulatory and hyperscale security standards. Strategic Expansion of Enterprise Portfolio The introduction of the SM8008 strengthens Silicon Motion's enterprise SSD controller portfolio by addressing the rapidly growing segment of dedicated data center boot storage and power sensitive Enterprise applications. As PCIe Gen5 infrastructure expands—driven by AI and cloud deployments—boot drives must evolve alongside primary storage tiers. With advanced NAND support, patented NANDCommandTM technology, and enterprise-class LDPC error correction, the SM8008 delivers the endurance and performance consistency required for enterprise workloads. "With the shift to PCIe Gen5 and more power-sensitive data center designs, even foundational components like boot SSDs are becoming strategically important," said Gregory Wong, Founder and Principal Analyst of Forward Insights. "Vendors that align performance, efficiency, and security with evolving hyperscale standards are positioned to benefit as this segment continues to expand within the broader enterprise storage market." Early customer adoption underscores the strategic importance of this segment, with ATP and Exascend integrating the SM8008 into their next-generation enterprise SSD platforms. "We have adopted Silicon Motion's SM8008 for our latest enterprise SSD platform," said Chris Lien, NSG BU Director of ATP. "Its power-efficient architecture and enterprise-ready feature set align well with the needs of large-scale server deployments." "In the year of AI explosion, data storage is more critical than ever." said Frank Chen, CEO of Exascend. "Through this close collaboration with Silicon Motion, we have jointly developed a high performance PCIe Gen5 SSD tailored for AI servers, ensuring consistent read and write speeds with efficient data management, perfectly meeting the storage demand of the AI era" Silicon Motion's expanding boot storage portfolio—from SATA and PCIe Gen3/Gen4 controllers to PCIe NVMe BGA SSD solutions and the latest SM8008 Gen5 controller—demonstrates its strategic focus on dedicated boot storage as a distinct and growing segment within the enterprise market. About Silicon MotionSilicon Motion Technology Corporation (NasdaqGS: SIMO) is the global leader in supplying NAND flash controllers for solid-state storage devices. The company ships more SSD controllers than any other supplier worldwide for servers, PCs, and other client devices, and is also the leading merchant provider of eMMC and UFS embedded storage controllers used in smartphones, IoT products, and automotive applications. Silicon Motion also delivers customized, high-performance solutions for hyperscale data centers, industrial systems, and automotive SSDs. Its controllers are designed to power the world's most advanced AI, cloud, and enterprise storage platforms, combining high performance, low power, and proven reliability. Our customers include most of the world's NAND flash vendors, data center and enterprise storage solution providers, storage device module makers, and leading OEMs, all of whom rely on Silicon Motion's proven controller technologies to enable innovative, high-quality storage solutions. For further information, please visit www.siliconmotion.com Corporate Media Contact:Minnie Lin Director of Marketing Communicationminnie.lin@siliconmotion.com Investor Contacts:IR@siliconmotion.com Sales Contact:E-mail: service@siliconmotion.com
2026-03-12 13:00:00

Global virtual travel card program launched by Visa and Trip.com to make travel payments simpler and more seamless in Asia Pacific
Joint efforts aim to improve payment convenience and create smoother travel experiences as Asia Pacific travel demand accelerates. SINGAPORE, March 11, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- As international travel rebounds across Asia Pacific, Visa (NYSE: V), a global leader in digital payments, and Trip.com Group have entered into a new global agreement designed to make booking and paying for travel more seamless for consumers and partners worldwide. Through this collaboration, Trip.com Group will introduce a virtual travel card program issued in partnership with Visa via Trip.com Group's fintech arm, TripLink. The program, already launched in Singapore and expanding to the Netherlands and Hong Kong, is designed to help travel suppliers, hotels, and agencies process payments more efficiently and securely, ultimately improving the overall experience for travelers. Under this collaboration, Visa and Trip.com Group will: Introduce Visa virtual card credentials across Trip.com Group's global operations to streamline B2B payment flows, reduce manual reconciliation, and improve data visibility for travel partners. Support the recovery of international travel through joint marketing efforts that connect travelers to more destinations and experiences. Improve card acceptance and payment reliability across Trip.com Group platforms, ensuring travelers can book and pay easily no matter where they are. This partnership comes as traveler confidence continues to grow. According to Visa's research, 55% of Asia Pacific consumers plan to travel in the next six months, with Japan, China, and Australia among the most popular destinations[1]. Credit cards remain the preferred payment method for overseas spending thanks to their security, global acceptance, and rewards—making improvements to payment flows increasingly important for both travelers and the travel industry. "Travel should be exciting, not complicated. By working with Trip.com Group, we're making payments simpler and more secure for travelers and the travel industry, removing friction and delivering a seamless experience across the global travel ecosystem," said Arturo Planell, Group Country Manager, Regional Southeast Asia, and SVP Global/Regional Sellers & Digital Sales, Visa. "We are delighted to work with Visa to deliver more efficient and convenient payment solutions for our global partners and customers. Together, we aim to enhance every step of the travel experience and support the continued recovery of global tourism," said Zhe Wang, Head of Fintech, VP, Trip.com Group. About Visa Visa (NYSE: V) is a world leader in digital payments, facilitating transactions between consumers, merchants, financial institutions and government entities across more than 200 countries and territories. Our mission is to connect the world through the most innovative, convenient, reliable and secure payments network, enabling individuals, businesses and economies to thrive. We believe that economies that include everyone everywhere, uplift everyone everywhere and see access as foundational to the future of money movement. Learn more at Visa.com. About Trip.com Group Trip.com Group is a global travel service provider comprising of Trip.com , Ctrip, Skyscanner, and Qunar. Across its platforms, Trip.com Group helps travelers around the world make informed and cost-effective bookings for travel products and services and enables partners to connect their offerings with users through the aggregation of travel-related content and resources, and an advanced transaction platform consisting of apps, websites and 24/7 customer service centres. Founded in 1999 and listed on NASDAQ in 2003 and HKEX in 2021, Trip.com Group is on the mission "to pursue the perfect trip for a better world". Find out more about Trip.com Group here: group.trip.com. Follow us on: X , Facebook , LinkedIn , and YouTube . [1] The Green Shoots Radar study (Wave 17, May 2025) was conducted with 15,750 consumers across 14 Asia Pacific countries and territories aged 18-65 years old.
2026-03-11 03:08:00

IIJ Expands Safous Security Assessment with New Internal Vulnerability Assessment Service
TOKYO, March 11, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Internet Initiative Japan Inc. (TSE Prime: 3774), one of Japan's leading providers of Internet access and comprehensive network solutions, today announced the launch of its Internal Vulnerability Assessment service as part of its security risk visibility solution, "Safous Security Assessment." The new service enables organizations to assess vulnerabilities in IT assets across internal networks at branch offices and distributed locations, providing visibility into security risks. Safous Security Assessment, launched in December 2022, provides an attack surface assessment capability that evaluates risks across Internet-facing assets and the broader attack surface. This capability leverages attack surface monitoring and threat intelligence from the U.S.-based cybersecurity company SecurityScorecard. With the addition of the Internal Vulnerability Assessment service, Safous Security Assessment can now provide visibility into both Internet‐facing risks and vulnerabilities within internal network environments. Together, these capabilities provide comprehensive visibility into security risks across both Internet-facing assets and internal environments, enabling more effective risk prioritization and security governance. In response to the growing threat of supply chain attacks exploiting vulnerabilities in affiliated and partner organizations, organizations operating across multiple countries are strengthening security measures. Since its launch, the Attack Surface Assessment capability within Safous Security Assessment has been adopted by organizations across multiple industries. However, there has been an increase in demand to identify risks across Internet-facing assets and the broader IT environment, including internal networks. Typical challenges at branch offices and distributed locations include a shortage of IT specialists and limited visibility for headquarters teams into the local IT environment. As branch offices often operate with smaller IT budgets than headquarters, there is a growing demand for low-cost, quickly deployable services that do not require on-site travel. To address these challenges, IIJ developed a package solution that provides continuous visibility into security risks across branch offices, based on industry-standard benchmarks. Key capabilities of the service include: Visibility into security risks at branch offices Since the solution can remotely assess vulnerabilities in IT assets within internal networks at branch offices, it helps organizations strengthen security governance. This enables organizations to identify risks that are difficult to detect from headquarters, allowing appropriate remediation actions to be implemented. When combined with the External Attack Surface Assessment capability in Safous Security Assessment, it can provide visibility into the organization's security posture across the entire environment. Support for security improvement initiatives The solution includes vulnerability assessment reports covering IT assets across the organization. These reports list relevant vulnerabilities and risks by urgency, helping organizations prioritize remediation. In addition, as part of the optional security analyst consultation sessions, IIJ Group security engineers will provide detailed explanations of the reports. Since consultations are available in both Japanese and English, they can be provided to local staff as well as to headquarters IT teams. About IIJFounded in 1992, IIJ is one of Japan's leading Internet-access and comprehensive network solutions providers. IIJ and its group companies provide total network solutions that mainly cater to high-end corporate customers. IIJ's services include high-quality Internet connectivity services, systems integration, cloud computing services, security services and mobile services. Moreover, IIJ has built one of the largest Internet backbone networks in Japan that is connected to the United States, the United Kingdom, and Asia. IIJ was listed on the Prime Market of the Tokyo Stock Exchange in 2022. For more information about IIJ, visit the official website: https://www.iij.ad.jp/en/. The statements within this release contain forward-looking statements about our future plans that involve risk and uncertainty. These statements may differ materially from actual future events or results. For inquiries, contact:IIJ Corporate CommunicationsTel: +81-3-5205-6310 Email: press@iij.ad.jp https://www.iij.ad.jp/en/*All company, product, and service names used in this press release are the trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owners.
2026-03-11 03:00:00

MCO (MyComplianceOffice) Rises to Number 17 on Chartis Research's Financial Crime and Compliance50 2026
NEW YORK, March 10, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- MCO (MyComplianceOffice), a leading provider of compliance management software for financial services firms, has been named to Chartis Research's Financial Crime and Compliance50 (FCC50) for the second consecutive year, rising to number 17. MCO Rises to Number 17 on Chartis Research’s Financial Crime and Compliance50 2026 The Financial Crime Compliance50 report evaluates top vendors in financial crime technology, focusing on innovation in key areas including anti-money laundering (AML), fraud detection, sanctions screening, and Know Your Customer (KYC) compliance. The independent assessment considers market influence, technological innovation, and strategic vision, highlighting the firms shaping the future of financial crime compliance software. MCO also won the following awards: Data Tech Category: Regional Due Diligence Data Emerging Use Cases Category: Know Your Transaction Award Functionality Category: Perpetual KYC Award "MCO's rise in the FCC50 ranking reflects several notable achievements, as well as the quality of its functionality in the areas of AML transaction monitoring, name screening, adverse media, case management and KYC,' said Sean O'Malley, Research Director at Chartis. 'Alongside strong revenue performance, market knowledge and industry reputation – with a presence in multiple business verticals, emerging markets and mid- and lower-tier banks – MCO is continuing to invest in R&D to enable future software enhancements." Daragh Tracey, MCO's Director of Product for Financial Crime, added: "As the financial services industry continues to evolve, we're committed to staying at the forefront of compliance technology. Inclusion on the FCC50 list reflects our dedication to reducing cost, effort, and risk for our client firms. We are delighted to receive this recognition and remain committed to providing greater value and functionality for customers with trusted AML, KYC, and transaction monitoring tools – all delivered through a single platform and single data set across the key areas of compliance." The MyComplianceOffice platform empowers financial services firms to proactively manage Know Your Customer, Third Party Risk Management, and Anti-Money Laundering compliance using real-time analytics, intelligent workflows, and centralized oversight. To learn more about MCO's award-winning financial crime compliance solutions, visit mycomplianceoffice.com. About MCO (MyComplianceOffice)MCO provides integrated compliance management software that enables global financial services firms to operate efficiently, ethically, and compliantly. With 30+ products on a single system, the powerful MyComplianceOffice platform enables compliance professionals to demonstrate that they are proactively managing compliance obligations and the regulated activities of employees, third-party relationships and financial transactions. 1500+ client companies across 125+ countries use MyComplianceOffice to move away from manual processes and disparate systems with a superior compliance ecosystem that delivers significantly reduced cost and risk.
2026-03-09 17:13:00

Global Times: China has solid basis to achieve GDP goal: NDRC
BEIJING, March 8, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- China's GDP is expected to grow by over 6 trillion yuan ($869.6 billion) in 2026, equivalent to the total annual GDP volume of a developed economy, Zheng Shanjie, head of the National Development and Reform Commission (NDRC), the country's top economic planner, told a press conference on the sidelines of the fourth session of the 14th National People's Congress in Beijing on Friday. A day after China unveiled its economic growth target of 4.5-5 percent this year, five Chinese government agencies including the NDRC, Ministry of Finance, Ministry of Commerce (MOFCOM), People's Bank of China, and China Securities Regulatory Commission (CSRC) held an economy-themed conference. During the two-and-a-half-hour conference, five officials took 17 questions, with topics such as how China will boost domestic demand, promote sci-tech innovation, expand high-level opening-up, and foster the healthy development of foreign trade in 2026 receiving high attention. Solid foundation China's economic growth target is prudently proposed by the Central Committee of the Communist Party of China (CPC) and the State Council after comprehensive assessment, systematic analysis, and scientific demonstration, Zheng said, in response to a question from a foreign media outlet over how China will achieve its pre-set GDP growth target in 2026. "To achieve this target, we have a solid foundation, which can be reflected in at least three aspects - namely aggregate scale, innovation capacity, and risk response," the official said. As for the topic of technological innovation, which drew a great deal of attention at the conference, Zheng said China's six emerging pillar industries are expected to surpass 10 trillion yuan in total value in 2030. Furthermore, in order to step up support for innovation, the country will establish a national-level mergers and acquisitions (M&A) fund this year to further smoothen exit channels for venture capital investment and improve capital turnover efficiency, which is expected to guide and leverage more than 1 trillion yuan of investment from various sources, the official said. Equally important are questions about stimulating the potential of China's consumption - a frequently mentioned phrase during the press conference. Commerce Minister Wang Wentao said that measured by purchasing power parity, the scale of China's consumer market topped the world during the 14th Five-Year Plan period (2021-25). "MOFCOM will adhere to combining benefiting people's livelihoods with promoting consumption, uphold the 'policy+activity' dual-wheel drive, deepen the implementation of the special campaign to boost consumption, and spare no effort to promote consumption and expand domestic demand," Wang said, highlighting measures including extending the consumer goods trade-in program, expanding service consumption opening-up, and sparking the vitality of lower-tier markets. The scale of new government bonds this year has reached 11.89 trillion yuan, Finance Minister Lan Fo'an told the press conference, representing the most significant fiscal effort in recent years, enabling the country to boost domestic demand, stabilize growth and drive transformation. At the conference, a Bloomberg reporter paid attention to the mention of "keeping the volume of foreign trade stable and refining its mix" outlined in the Government Work Report submitted Thursday to the country's top legislature for deliberation. Comparing exports and imports to two wheels of a vehicle, Wang said the more balanced the two wheels are, the more stable the vehicle will be and the further it will go, stressing that the country will promote balanced development of foreign trade - expanding imports while stabilizing exports. "We all know that markets are the scarcest resource in the world today. Some countries treat the market as a weapon or a bargaining chip and pursue protectionism. As a responsible major country, China proactively opens its ultra-large market, regarding it as an opportunity and a platform for cooperation," Wang said. Positive resonance The press conference centers on three major directions - expanding domestic demand, expanding high-level opening-up, and technological innovation - all serving the core goal of high-quality economic development, laying the foundation for the start of the 15th Five-Year Plan period (2026-30), Hu Qimu, a deputy secretary-general of the Forum 50 for Digital-Real Economies Integration, told the Global Times on Friday. On the one hand, expanding domestic effective demand will help boost the total economic scale and hedge external impacts with domestic consumption. On the other hand, the development of new quality productive forces, institutional opening-up and capital market reform will help adjust economic structure, cultivate new drivers and enhance economic resilience, Hu said. The information-packed press conference also resonated positively among some foreign journalists on site. "I'm very happy to be here with this great government to see the successful events and successful investments for the humanity. Thank China who brings many solutions for the world," Hedi Harizi, a reporter from Tunisia, told the Global Times after the press conference. "China's 15th Five-Year Plan shows the unique strength of the world's second largest economy in long-term planning. By carefully mapping out multi-year strategies, China not only supports its own economic growth but also provides stability and predictability for the global economy," Simon Lichtenberg, founder of Trayton Group in Shanghai and All China Founding Chairman of the Danish Chamber of Commerce in China, told the Global Times on Friday. John Quelch, executive vice chancellor and distinguished professor of social science at Duke Kunshan University, spoke highly of China's measures to broaden market access for foreign investment, particularly in services and financial sectors. "In an era when protectionist tendencies have emerged in some parts of the world, China's continued emphasis on opening-up sends an important signal in support of international trade, investment, and economic cooperation. China's continued commitment to innovation and opening-up has the potential to make several contributions to the global economy," Quelch told the Global Times on Friday in a written interview. https://www.globaltimes.cn/page/202603/1356472.shtml
2026-03-08 07:02:00

PROTECTHEALTH STRENGTHENS GOVERNANCE AND SERVICE CONTINUITY WITH ISO 22301 BCMS CERTIFICATION
CYBERJAYA, Malaysia, March 4, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- ProtectHealth Corporation Sdn. Bhd. has reinforced its role as a key government agency and strategic purchaser of healthcare services with the successful attainment of the ISO 22301:2019/AMD1:2024 Business Continuity Management System (BCMS) Certification. ProtectHealth Corporation Sdn. Bhd. Chief Executive Officer, Wan Mohd Hazwan Wan Mohd Najib (right) receiving the ISO 22301 Business Continuity Management System (BCMS) Certification from CyberSecurity Malaysia Acting Chief Executive Officer, Roshdi Hj Ahmad (left), underscoring ProtectHealth’s commitment to strengthening business continuity and organisational resilience. The certification reflects ProtectHealth's commitment to strong governance and operational resilience, ensuring the continuity of critical healthcare financing initiatives and public-private partnerships. It underscores the organisation's responsibility to deliver reliable, accessible and uninterrupted healthcare services to beneficiaries nationwide. The certified BCMS supports the sustained delivery of ProtectHealth managed initiatives, including PeKa B40, Skim Perubatan MADANI, Skim Perlindungan Insurans Kesihatan Pekerja Asing (SPIKPA) and the Hospital Services Outsourcing Programme (HSOP), by safeguarding core operational, financial and coordination functions. ProtectHealth Corporation's Chief Executive Officer, Wan Mohd Hazwan Wan Mohd Najib, said the certification demonstrates the organisation's preparedness in managing disruptions while maintaining service continuity. "This certification demonstrates our commitment to stakeholders by ensuring that robust systems are in place to protect operations, manage risks effectively and enable swift recovery, so that essential services continue without disruption," he said. CyberSecurity Malaysia's Acting Chief Executive Officer, Roshdi Hj Ahmad, said the achievement reflects ProtectHealth's proactive approach in embedding business continuity as a core organisational capability. "Business continuity is a key element of good governance. This certification reflects ProtectHealth's strong leadership in safeguarding the continuous delivery of critical healthcare services, protecting public resources and strengthening institutional resilience," he said. The BCMS certification journey commenced on 17 April 2025, with ProtectHealth successfully fulfilling all certification requirements in less than one year, positioning the organisation among entities that have achieved certification within a notably efficient timeframe. In line with its continuous improvement agenda, ProtectHealth is also preparing to pursue ISO/IEC 27001 Information Security Management System (ISMS) certification, further strengthening information security governance in alignment with internationally recognised standards. PROTECTHEALTH CORPORATION SDN. BHD. About ProtectHealth Corporation Sdn. Bhd. ProtectHealth Corporation Sdn. Bhd. (ProtectHealth), incorporated on 19 December 2016, is a wholly owned subsidiary of ProtectHealth Malaysia, established under the Ministry of Health Malaysia (MOH). As a not-for-profit company, ProtectHealth is mandated to coordinate, administer, and manage healthcare-related initiatives focusing on sustainable health financing and equitable access to care. ProtectHealth serves as the scheme administrator for the Skim Perubatan MADANI, Skim Peduli Kesihatan untuk Kumpulan B40 (PeKa B40), and the Hospital Services Outsourcing Programme (HSOP). The company also acts as the electronic service provider (ESP) for the Skim Perlindungan Insurans Kesihatan Pekerja Asing (SPIKPA) and was the key implementer for private medical practitioner and healthcare NGO participation in the National COVID-19 Immunisation Programme (PICK).
2026-03-04 00:44:00

Arduino and Qualcomm Launch Hackster's First Developer Contest of 2026 Global Competition Kicks Off With 300 Arduino UNO Q Boards and Opportunities to Showcase Edge AI Innovation
SAN DIEGO, March 3, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Arduino and Qualcomm Technologies, Inc. have announced the launch of Hackster's first global developer contest of 2026, inviting engineers, makers, and innovators worldwide to build groundbreaking projects using the newly introduced Arduino® UNOTM Q platform. The competition is hosted on Hackster.io and is supported by a strong ecosystem of technology partners, with the goal of accelerating innovation in AI, IoT, robotics, and edge computing. The contest empowers developers to turn bold ideas into real-world solutions that demonstrate the future of connected intelligence. To support participation, the organizers will give away 300 Arduino UNO Q boards, enabling developers to prototype, experiment, and deploy their ideas on cutting-edge hardware. At the heart of the competition is the Arduino UNO Q, a hybrid platform that combines a Qualcomm DragonwingTM QRB2210 MPU running Linux with an STM32 microcontroller for real-time control. This dual-architecture design enables developers to build sophisticated applications that blend AI inference, real-time processing, and cloud connectivity. Participants will develop using Arduino® App Lab, which allows seamless integration of Arduino sketches, Python applications, and AI models within a single workflow. Native support for machine learning at the edge—including computer vision and audio AI—makes the UNO Q especially well-suited for on-device intelligence. The board also offers rich connectivity and expandability, including Wi-Fi 5, Bluetooth® 5.1, HDMI, USB-C, camera and display connectors, classic Arduino headers, and Qwiic support, enabling rapid prototyping across a wide range of use cases. The contest is open to developers of all experience levels, from students and hobbyists to professional engineers. Participants are encouraged to submit projects addressing real-world challenges across multiple domains, including industrial IoT, home automation, robotics, gaming, and social impact. Projects will be evaluated on innovation, technical execution, user experience, sustainability, and scalability, encouraging participants to think beyond prototypes and toward deployable solutions. How to Participate Developers can join the contest by registering on Hackster.io. Winning teams and individuals will receive cash prizes, global visibility on Hackster.io, and industry recognition. The Best in Show award includes a paid trip to Maker Faire Rome 2026, where winners will showcase their projects to an international audience of makers, engineers, and technology leaders. For more information, please refer to our official press release here.
2026-03-04 00:36:00

The Sigourney Award-2026 Now Accepting Applications for Psychoanalytic Innovation
International Prize Honors Trailblazing Work Advancing Psychoanalytic Thought and Principles — Cash Award and Global Recognition SAN FRANCISCO, March 2, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The Sigourney Award Trust welcomes applications for The Sigourney Award-2026 from individuals, teams, and organizations worldwide whose work has advanced psychoanalytic thinking and principles. Applications are open through July 31, 2026, for work completed between 2016 and 2025. The Trust was established in 1989 by psychotherapist and community activist Mary Sigourney with a clear vision: to encourage bold, original, and substantive psychoanalytic contributions that advance psychoanalytic principles and thought across disciplines. Since 1990, the exceptional work of 153 recipients from 22 countries has received international recognition and substantial cash prizes for innovations spanning clinical psychoanalysis, neuroscience, feminism, arts and literature, and a spectrum of socio-political issues. "The wide-ranging diversity and integrated psychoanalytic principles applied in the work submitted continues to impress our judges. Each body of work positively enhances our world and enhances the lives we lead," says Robin A. Deutsch, PhD, Analyst Trustee. The independent award celebrates both traditional and non-traditional applications of psychoanalysis. An anonymous panel of international judges conduct thorough evaluations of all submissions to identify winning work that has influenced others and contributed meaningfully to the evolution, understanding, or impact of psychoanalysis. Recipients earning The Sigourney Award distinction win professional recognition and a monetary reward. "Our founder wanted to honor accomplishments already achieved and to empower recipients to use the unrestricted prize in whatever way best supports their continued work," says Attorney Trustee Michael J. Harrington, JD. Application Details:Applicants may self-nominate or be nominated by others. The comprehensive online application supports submissions in over 100 languages, reflecting the award's commitment to global accessibility. Past winners cannot apply, but previous applicants may reapply. Review eligibility requirements and instructions at www.sigourneyaward.org. Key Dates: Applications open: March 1, 2026 Deadline: July 31, 2026 Recipients announced: November 2026 Follow updates on Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn @SigourneyAward, and X @sigourney_the, and @sigourneyaward.bsky.social. About The Sigourney Award Established by Mary Sigourney in 1989, The Sigourney Award Trust, a wholly independent nonprofit organization, annually bestows awards as international recognition and reward for outstanding work that has advanced psychoanalytic principles. Ms. Sigourney was a psychotherapist, publisher, and community activist who understood the potential for psychoanalysis to benefit humankind. Media Contact: Kelly Wisecarver, Wisecarver Public Relationskelly@wisecarverpr.com
2026-03-02 14:49:00

genOway: Revolutionizing the Prediction of Antibody Therapies in Humans with Unique Mouse Model
LYON, France, Feb. 26, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Antibody therapies are changing the treatment of cancer, inflammatory diseases and infections. However, many promising drug candidates fail in clinical trials. A study in Science Immunology shows that genOway's genO-hFcγR mouse model enables more accurate prediction of therapeutic antibody efficacy and safety. genOway: Revolutionizing the Prediction of Antibody Therapies in Humans with Unique Mouse Model Why Antibody Therapies Fail in Late-Stage Testing Antibody therapies work in part by binding to Fcγ receptors, proteins found on immune cells that control key immune functions such as antibody-mediated cell killing and inflammation. Since these receptors are different between species, human therapies tested in standard laboratory mice give unreliable efficacy results or miss potential safety risks. These discrepancies cause expensive late-stage failures and slow patient access to new therapies. A New Mouse Model with Humanized Fcγ Receptors Set to Become a Gamechanger A new study published in Science Immunology showed that an innovative mouse model developed by genOway, genO-hFcγR, helps scientists better predict the efficacy and safety of therapeutic antibodies in humans. The model allows scientists to rank different antibody candidates by how they are likely to perform, measure how effectively they target specific immune cells, and evaluate their potential to slow disease progression. This gives researchers key early insights to guide decisions and accelerate drug development. Video on genO-hFcγR mice: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H7xO-xGJV8Q Read the publication: https://www.science.org/doi/10.1126/sciimmunol.ady7328 A Complex Scientific Challenge Achieved Through International Collaboration Due to the species-specific nature of Fcγ receptors, developing this model demanded multidisciplinary expertise in mouse genetics, antibody biology, and human immunology. The achievement was made possible through an international consortium of leading biopharmaceutical partners, led by genOway, who combined their knowledge to co-develop and co-validate the genO-hFcγR mouse model. Consortium members included genOway (France), a company specializing in developing highly predictive preclinical models; argenx (Belgium), a pioneer in Fc-engineering and FcRn biology; Innate Pharma (France), a leader in natural killer cell-based immunotherapies; and Vir Biotechnology (USA), focused on the development of immunotherapies; among other members. The group collaborated with VIB-Ghent University (Belgium), a leading immunology institute, to publish the study in Science Immunology. In this study, scientists at VIB-Ghent University mapped Fc receptor expression and regulation to illustrate how the new mouse model could be used to better model human disease and coordinated the publication of the work. A Unique Solution Available for the Scientific Community The genO–hFcγR model builds on a previous mouse model developed in 2008 by genOway and its scientific partners, in which multiple FcγR genes were humanized. Since its launch to the scientific community in 2024, genO-hFcγR has been adopted to advance preclinical programs of biopharmaceutical companies and nonprofit organizations, including the Gates Foundation, as one of the foundation's global health research initiatives. Read the Gates Foundation press release at https://www.genoway.com/news-events/genoway-gates-foundation-2025 About genOwaygenOway is a biotechnology company that provides highly predictive preclinical models and solutions to biopharmaceutical companies, CROs and academic institutions to bridge the gap between preclinical findings and clinical success. More information at genoway.com. ContactAna REZA Marketing Communications Manager reza@genoway.com genOway: Revolutionizing the Prediction of Antibody Therapies in Humans with Unique Mouse Model
2026-02-26 08:15:00

World Gym Corporation Reports Full-Year 2025 Financial Results
Net Profit of NT$409.1 Million (US$12.8 million), Up 16.3%; Q4 EPS Reaches NT$1.53; Board Approves NT$4.11 per Share Q4 Dividend TAIPEI, Feb. 26, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- World Gym Corporation (2762.TW) ("World Gym" or the "Company"), the owner of the iconic World Gym brand with over 280 locations worldwide, announced its full-year 2025 financial results on February 24th. The company achieved solid profitability growth, driven by higher revenue and improved operating margins, with particularly strong performance in the fourth quarter. Key Financial Highlights Full-Year 2025 Net Profit: NT$409.1 million (US$12.8 million) — up 16.3% compared to 2024 Q4 2025 Net Profit: NT$166.9 million (US$5.2 million) — up 175.8% year-over-year (YoY) Q4 2025 Earnings Per Share (EPS): NT$1.53 Compared to NT$1.04 in Q3 2025 Compared to NT$0.55 in Q4 2024 Dividend Approval: Q4 2025 dividend: NT$4.11 per share (to be distributed on April 2nd) The results highlight momentum in membership fees, personal training, franchising, and operational efficiencies across the network. The consistent quarter-on-quarter EPS improvement, culminating in Q4 EPS of NT$1.53, reflects sustained revenue growth and meaningful margin expansion throughout 2025. The Board-approved Q4 dividend of NT$4.11 per share brings the total cash dividend for full-year 2025 to NT$5.95 per share. This distribution underscores the Company's strong store-level cash flow generation and robust financial position, enabling it to reward shareholders while continuing to invest in network expansion, service innovation, and international opportunities. "2025 was a transformative year for World Gym Corporation, with exceptional Q4 results capping off solid full-year growth," said John Caraccio, President of World Gym Corporation. "Our focus on high-margin services, operational excellence, and strategic global expansion has driven meaningful profitability gains. We remain confident in our momentum heading into 2026 as we continue to strengthen our position in Taiwan and internationally." Looking ahead to 2026, World Gym Corporation is poised for continued acceleration with ambitious growth initiatives. The Company plans to add 12-15 new corporate-owned locations, targeting high-potential sites that contribute immediately to profitability. To drive same-store sales growth at existing fitness centers, World Gym will introduce innovative products and services, including specialized Pilates programs in one-on-one and small-group formats across its network, as well as an AI-driven health management platform that delivers personalized wellness insights, data tracking, and enhanced member experiences through integrated digital tools. Note: Based on a USD/TWD exchange rate of 31.18 Item 2025 Q4 2025 Q3 QoQ% 2024 Q4 YoY% Operating Revenues 2,878,482 2,823,808 1.94 2,541,528 13.26 Gross Profit 598,142 471,877 26.76 392,248 52.49 Income before tax 214,776 138,660 54.89 74,414 188.62 Net Income 166,896 113,177 47.46 60,513 175.80 Unit: Thousands of NTD About World Gym Corporation World Gym Corporation is Taiwan's largest fitness chain, operating 139 locations. In 2024, it acquired World Gym International, securing the iconic World Gym brand and global operating rights, establishing itself as a global fitness leader. With a franchise network spanning 10 countries and 284 locations, it serves 900,000 members. The company continues to empower individuals worldwide to achieve their fitness goals and live healthier lives through state-of-the-art facilities, innovative programs, and technology-driven solutions.
2026-02-26 08:12:00

Changingtek Robotics Launches the World's First Adaptive "X2" Left-Right Dexterous Hand
SUZHOU, China, Feb. 26, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- As a global leader in robotic end-effector solutions, Changingtek Robotics Technology (Suzhou) Co., Ltd. proudly unveils the world's first adaptive "X2" — left-right dexterous hand (LRD Hand). Powered by an innovative tendon-driven transmission system, X2 enables autonomous reconstruction between left-hand and right-hand configurations. This breakthrough achieves significant advancements in lightweight design, operational flexibility, and functional freedom, redefining performance standards for robotic dexterous hands. X2 offers multiple core performance advantages. Each of its five fingers is independently controlled, allowing coordinated execution of complex manipulation tasks. Despite its lightweight structure, it achieves a maximum gripping force of 50 N per hand and up to 10 N fingertip force per finger, with a force control accuracy of ±0.1 N, balancing heavy-load handling with precision-level operations. Its rich degrees of freedom enable high-difficulty tasks such as insertion, extraction, and assembly in narrow or complex environments. Integrated with a proprietary high-precision vision coordination system, X2 supports object recognition, positioning, and adaptive grasping, ensuring efficient deployment and flexible operation across dynamic applications. X2 is widely applicable in aerospace, intelligent manufacturing, laboratory automation, and service robotics. By enhancing equipment utilization and environmental adaptability, it empowers industries with more flexible and intelligent automation solutions. Changingtek Robotics focuses on the R&D, manufacturing, and integration of solutions of dexterous hands, robotic end effectors, and embodied intelligent robots. The company has established three core technology platforms: mechanical intelligence, perception intelligence, and drive-control intelligence. Its comprehensive "Changingtek Hand" product portfolio spans industrial parallel hands, collaborative hands, dexterous hands, and heavy-duty hands, covering payload capacities from a few grams to several hundred kilograms — meeting full-scenario requirements from precision assembly to heavy material handling. Leveraging tactile-visual fusion and AI-powered intelligent control technologies, Changingtek Robotics delivers stable and efficient intelligent gripping solutions for aerospace, automotive manufacturing, smart logistics, and beyond. By addressing industry challenges such as high application costs, limited flexibility, and complex deployment, the company continues to drive innovation and large-scale adoption of robotic end-effector technologies worldwide. For more information, please click: https://youtu.be/Ay3KCk7ZuWE Contact information: Changingtek Robotics Technology (Suzhou) Co., Ltd. Tel: +86 512 5323 3370 / +86 158 7124 2390WhatsApp: +86 158 7124 2390Email: support@ctek.ltd / hannah@ctek.ltdWeb: www.changingtek.comAddress: Building 18, Zhihuigu Science and Technology Innovation Park, No. 99, Fuda Road, Taicang City, Jiangsu Province, China
2026-02-26 08:11:00

Sgcarmart Announces "Beyond Motion" Singapore's First Immersive Mobility Experience on March 21-22, 2026, Featuring Leading EV Brands, Industry Experts, and Future Forward Talks
SINGAPORE, Feb. 26, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Sgcarmart, Singapore's most trusted automotive platform, is launching Beyond Motion, its first ever experience-driven electrified mobility showcase, taking place on March 21–22, 2026 at the Suntec Convention Centre, Halls 403–404. Designed for prospective EV buyers, car enthusiasts, industry professionals, and anyone curious about the future of electric mobility, Beyond Motion will bring together major brands, experts, and ecosystem partners for two days of discovery, education, and hands-on engagement. Beyond Motion by Sgcarmart Event Poster Singapore's EV adoption has accelerated rapidly, with 2025 marking the first year that fully electric vehicles became the top choice among new passenger car registrations, representing 45% of the market. "Electrification, new energy, digitalisation, shifting consumer expectations and global competition are accelerating the transformation of how people and goods move." said Shahrul Tahir, CEO of Sgcarmart. "Beyond Motion creates the ideal environment for consumers and industry stakeholders to explore the electrified future together." A First of Its Kind EV Experience for All Over two days, Beyond Motion will offer an interactive, accessible, and highly engaging programme designed to simplify EV adoption and introduce attendees to the latest advancements in electrified mobility: Multi Brand EV Showcase Brand EV Showcase Visitors can explore, compare, and experience the latest electric and hybrid models under one roof. With over eight exhibiting brands, attendees can expect new model launches, technology showcases, and event exclusive promotions. Education Hubs and Learning Zones Expert led sessions will cover EV ownership fundamentals, charging infrastructure, battery innovation, sustainability, and future mobility trends. Specialists will be available to address practical questions on daily usage, charging routines, and lifestyle considerations. Industry Conversations & Expert Panels Beyond Motion will host policymakers, charging providers, OEMs, and mobility innovators for panel discussions, keynote conversations, and moderated sessions. These dialogues will explore Singapore's electrification roadmap, infrastructure development, technology shifts, and opportunities for collaboration across the mobility ecosystem. Interactive Experiences and Prizes Attendees can participate in hands on activities, discover new technologies, and complete a stamp rally to redeem event exclusive prizes, making the experience engaging for first time EV explorers and experienced industry professionals alike "Through immersive and interactive experiences, we hope to bridge the gap for those considering the transition to electric mobility, while helping shape how the wider ecosystem continues to evolve," said Yau Fun Heng, COO of Sgcarmart. Registration Now Open Admission to Beyond Motion is free with registration. Members of the public are encouraged to register early to secure access to sessions, activities, and prize opportunities. Event Details Event: Beyond Motion Dates: 21–22 March 2026 Venue: Suntec Convention Centre, Halls 403–404 Admission: Free with registration About Sgcarmart Sgcarmart is Singapore's No. 1 car platform. With over 30,000 listings, it hosts the largest database of new and used cars, supporting approximately 70% of all second-hand car transactions in Singapore. The platform receives more than 1.6 million users every month and provides a comprehensive suite of value-added car ownership and transactional services.
2026-02-26 08:10:00

GAC's Innovative Safety and High-Efficiency Powertrain Win Global Recognition
GUANGZHOU, China, Feb. 13, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The global automotive industry is undergoing rapid transformation. At GAC, technological innovation remains at the core of our mission to deliver safer, more efficient, and more reliable mobility experiences for users worldwide. With proprietary core technologies, GAC is accelerating its global footprint and earning trust through quality—trust built on an unwavering commitment to high standards, high requirements, and high quality. High safety standards are fundamental to our approach. The Magazine Battery represents comprehensive innovation from cell to system. During R&D, GAC subjected the technology to tests far exceeding industry norms and proactively meeting future national standards. Under extreme conditions such as needle penetration, crushing, and twisting, the Magazine Battery does not ignite or explode, mitigating risks at the source. It is this commitment to high standards that transforms technology into a solid foundation of user trust. GAC applies high requirements throughout the entire vehicle usage cycle. The "GAC X-SOUL Safety Protection System" extends safety across the full lifecycle, enabling early risk identification, intelligent stability control for hazard avoidance—all rigorously validated to standards far exceeding industry benchmarks, from 24/7 monitoring to dual-redundancy backups for key systems. With risks "rehearsed" in advance, round-the-clock protection ensures peace of mind on every journey. Technological innovation delivers high-quality outcomes. The Quark Electric Drive 2.0, named one of the "World's Top 10 Electric Drive Systems," features lightweight construction and high efficiency, delivering powerful performance while reducing energy consumption and enhancing range and responsiveness. The third-generation hybrid technology, also recognized among the "World's Top 10 Hybrid Systems," achieves an optimal balance between power and fuel economy through high integration, offering a quiet, smooth, and premium driving experience. These are high-quality breakthroughs in efficiency, performance, and reliability. From battery safety to intelligent protection, from electric drive efficiency to hybrid driving experience, GAC is redefining the quality benchmark for new energy vehicles with a portfolio of internationally recognized core technologies. As we expand into global markets, GAC will continue to uphold high standards, high requirements, and high quality—bringing China's innovation power and craftsmanship to more users around the world. For further information about GAC, please visit: https://www.gacgroup.com/en or follow us on social.
2026-02-13 14:18:00

Novel Anti-Fibrotic Drug AK3280 Cleared by FDA to Initiate Phase 2 Proof-of-Concept Clinical Trial in IPF
SHANGHAI, Feb. 12, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Shanghai Ark Biopharmaceutical Co., Ltd. ("ArkBio") today announced that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has cleared its Investigational New Drug (IND) application for AK3280, a novel anti-fibrotic therapy for the treatment of idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF). This clearance enables ArkBio to initiate a Phase 2 proof-of-concept (PoC) clinical trial of AK3280 in the United States. The Phase 2 study is a multi-center, randomized, partially double-blind, placebo- and active-controlled trial designed to evaluate the efficacy, safety, and pharmacokinetics of oral AK3280 in patients with IPF. Authorization to proceed with a U.S. Phase 2 study represents a significant milestone in the global clinical development of AK3280. IPF is a progressive, irreversible, and ultimately fatal interstitial lung disease characterized by fibrotic remodeling of lung tissue that leads to respiratory failure. The median survival following diagnosis is approximately 2–5 years. Currently approved therapies, including pirfenidone, nintedanib, and nerandomilast, can slow disease progression; however, their clinical benefit remains limited and they are frequently associated with gastrointestinal adverse events such as diarrhea and nausea. These tolerability challenges contribute to poor long-term adherence in a substantial proportion of patients. There remains a significant unmet need for therapies that provide improved efficacy with enhanced safety and tolerability profiles. AK3280 is an optimized, small-molecule, broad-spectrum anti-fibrotic agent. In a Phase 2 proof-of-concept study conducted in China, AK3280 demonstrated encouraging clinical activity, including a statistically significant, dose-dependent absolute increase from baseline in forced vital capacity (FVC) at Week 24. Improvements were also observed across additional lung function parameters, suggesting meaningful clinical benefit. Importantly, AK3280 exhibited a favorable safety and tolerability profile, with no apparent increase in the gastrointestinal adverse effects commonly associated with currently available IPF therapies. FDA clearance of the IND marks a pivotal step in the global development of AK3280. The upcoming international Phase 2 PoC trial is expected to generate critical clinical data to support future regulatory submissions and potential commercialization in the United States and other major markets. ArkBio remains committed to advancing AK3280 globally and to delivering more effective and better-tolerated treatment options for patients living with IPF. About ArkBio ArkBio is a commercial-stage biotechnology company focused on the discovery and development of innovative therapeutics for respiratory and pediatric diseases. Founded in 2014, the company has established proprietary technology platforms and a differentiated R&D pipeline through internal innovation and strategic collaborations. Key pipeline assets include: Ziresovir (AK0529), the first direct-acting antiviral for RSV with positive pivotal Phase 3 results; AK3280, a potentially best-in-class anti-fibrotic agent with positive Phase 2 results in idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis; AK0901, approved in China for the treatment of ADHD and currently commercialized. ArkBio has established strategic partnerships with multinational pharmaceutical companies and leading academic institutions, including Roche, Genentech, The Scripps Research Institute, and the Institute of Microbiology of the Chinese Academy of Sciences, as well as domestic and international biotech companies and venture capital partners. For more information, please visit: www.arkbiosciences.comInvestor Inquiries: IR@arkbiosciences.com
2026-02-12 04:18:00

Dreame Wet Dry Vacuum Makes Its U.S. Prime-Time Debut on Game Day with NBC
SAN FRANCISCO, Feb. 9, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- On February 8, Dreame Wet Dry Vacuum announced a high-profile collaboration with NBC, one of the three major U.S. broadcast television networks, securing its debut on U.S. national prime-time television. The brand's 30-second commercial will air on Game Day, during Championship Sunday coverage, placing Dreame wet dry vacuum on one of the most-watched live broadcast stages in the United States and reaching tens of millions of viewers nationwide through NBC's broadcast and affiliate network. Dreame Wet Dry Vacuum For Dreame, the campaign represents a key step in introducing its wet dry vacuum category to the American mainstream. By appearing during a premium live sports broadcast, the technology-driven brand is showcasing how intelligent cleaning innovation can deliver a more efficient approach to everyday floor care. The commercial features Aero Pro, one of Dreame's latest wet & dry vacuum models introduced to the U.S. market following its debut at CES 2026. Designed as an all-in-one solution, Aero Pro vacuums and mops in a single pass, handling both wet spills and dry debris. Its ultra-slim 3.88-inch profile and 180-degree lie-flat design enable easy cleaning under sofas and beds, while a dual-scraper system helps reduce hair tangling and maintain streak-free results. During CES, NBA legend and youngest MVP in league history Derrick Rose experienced Aero Pro firsthand, highlighting its cleaning performance and sleek design. Beyond broadcast exposure, Dreame continues to deepen its presence in the U.S. innovation ecosystem. Following CES, the brand hosted its global innovation launch event, "The Future of Smart Living," at Stanford University in Silicon Valley, where it showcased its latest advancements in intelligent cleaning technology alongside initiatives supporting children's health and well-being. Today, Dreame operates in more than 120 countries and regions worldwide. Dreame wet dry vacuum holds the No.1 market share in 17 countries, and has filed over 1,700 global patent applications. As the brand expands its global footprint, it remains focused on translating advanced technology into practical solutions for everyday cleaning scenarios. To coincide with the Game Day campaign, Dreame is offering a limited-time promotion for U.S. consumers. Consumers can receive a discount by using the code GAMEDAY10 on Dreame's U.S. website between February 1 and February 28, with availability subject to terms and exclusions. About Dreame Technology Established in 2017, Dreame Technology is a global leader in high-end consumer electronics and intelligent manufacturing with the vision to empower lives through technology. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok and Twitter. For more information, please visit https://www.dreametech.com/.
2026-02-09 08:29:00

البرنامج السعودي يطلق مبادرة تعزيز استقرار التعليم بمحافظة سقطرى
سقطرى - سبأنت أطلق البرنامج السعودي لتنمية وإعمار اليمن، مبادرة تعزيز استقرار التعليم في جزيرة سقطرى، وذلك في إطار الجهود التنموية السعودية المقدمة دعمًا لقطاع التعليم في اليمن. وأثمرت المبادرة في استئناف العملية التعليمية في جامعة سقطرى وإعادة فتح أبوابها، وذلك بالتعاون مع وزارة التعليم العالي والبحث العلمي. ويدعم البرنامج السعودي لتنمية وإعمار اليمن قطاع التعليم بمختلف مستوياته، وقدم دعمه في 11 محافظة يمنية وهي: تعز، عدن، سقطرى، المهرة، مأرب، حضرموت، حجة، لحج، أبين، شبوة، الضالع، عبر تنفيذ نحو 60 مشروعًا ومبادرة تنموية مستدامة. وتشمل المشاريع والمبادرات التعليمية دعم التعليم العام والعالي والتدريب الفني والمهني، والتي جاءت للمساهمة في تحقيق تأثير إيجابي في حياة الأفراد والمجتمعات المحلية في اليمن، والمساهمة في تعزيز التنمية الشاملة وبناء مستقبل مُشرق وواعد في اليمن.
2026-02-06 11:43:43

Avnet Insights Survey: APAC Engineers Accelerate AI Adoption Across Industries
China Masters AI at Scale, Japan Leads in Reliability, Driving Regional Innovation SINGAPORE, Feb. 5, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Artificial intelligence (AI) is increasingly embedded in products and solutions across Asia-Pacific, as engineers advance adoption while addressing operational and design challenges. This is according to Avnet's fifth annual Avnet Insights survey, which tracks global trends in AI integration across industries. Globally, 77% of engineers reported improving market conditions for their design products and solutions. Across APAC, adoption is accelerating, with China leading in large-scale deployment and Japan emphasizing reliability and long product lifecycles. These regional strengths and shifting priorities are collectively fueling the next wave of Asia-Pacific's technological evolution. "While the survey focuses on major global design hubs, the findings serve as a critical framework for Southeast Asian markets," said Tan Aik Hoon, Regional President for Avnet South Asia, Korea and Avnet United. "As ASEAN grows as a global manufacturing powerhouse, the 'commercial-first' AI strategies highlighted in the report offer a clear path forward for engineers in Singapore, Malaysia, and Vietnam looking to maintain competitive speeds." Download the 2026 Avnet Insights: The Reality of Artificial Intelligence whitepaper here. How is AI Adoption Advancing Across APAC?More than half of engineers globally (56%) said they are shipping products with AI incorporated, a 33% increase from the previous year. In China, adoption exceeds the global average, with engineers embedding AI across industries including automotive, industrial automation, and smart manufacturing. Japan and other APAC markets are advancing steadily, prioritizing practical applications that enhance efficiency, reliability, and sustainability. Top AI applications across the region mirror global trends: process automation (42%), predictive maintenance (28%), and fault/anomaly detection (28%) remain the most adopted functionalities. Engineers are also increasingly combining Edge AI and machine learning (ML), with 64% globally prioritizing both equally, reflecting the growing importance of multi-modal AI. "We see a clear shift from AI experimentation to industrial-scale deployment across the ASEAN manufacturing corridor," added Tan. "Regional engineers face a growing complexity tax—balancing rapid time-to-market with specialized data requirements. Avnet's role is to help partners overcome these barriers and move from concept to revenue faster." Navigating Challenges to Drive Broadening ImpactAs AI's influence expands, APAC engineers continue to balance technical challenges with evolving skill requirements. Data quality (46%) and continuous maintenance (54%) remain the most cited obstacles, while regional teams are investing in talent development—particularly in model optimization (17%) and data analysis (16%)—to convert complexity into competitive advantage. "The report confirms that AI has entered its most critical phase: at-scale implementation," concluded Tan. "In a market where production speed drives optimism, Avnet helps bridge the regional resource gap by providing the technical expertise and ecosystem support our partners need to lead—not just participate—in Asia-Pacific's technological evolution." The 2026 Avnet Insights survey conducted online was fielded to 1,200 engineers from the Americas, EMEA, Asia and Japan, from October 21 through November 5, 2025. Download the full 2026 Avnet Insights: The Reality of Artificial Intelligence whitepaper here. About AvnetAs a leading global technology distributor and solutions provider, Avnet has served customers' evolving needs for more than a century. Through regional and specialized businesses around the world, we support customers and suppliers at every stage of the product lifecycle. We help companies adapt to change and accelerate the design and supply stages of product development. With a unique viewpoint from the center of the technology supply chain, Avnet is a trusted partner that solves complex design and supply chain issues so customers can realize revenue faster. Learn more about Avnet at www.avnet.com. CONTACT: Seraphina Wee, seraphina.wee@avnet.com
2026-02-05 02:00:00

Grand Copthorne Waterfront Hotel Singapore Honoured with ASEAN MICE Venue Award 2026
SINGAPORE, Feb. 4, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Grand Copthorne Waterfront Hotel Singapore has been awarded the ASEAN MICE Venue Award 2026 in the Meeting Room Category, a prestigious regional recognition under the ASEAN MICE Venue Standard (AMVS). The award celebrates venues that meet the highest benchmarks for business meetings across Southeast Asia and was officially presented at the ASEAN Tourism Standards Awards Ceremony during the ASEAN Tourism Forum (ATF) on 30 January 2026 in Cebu, Philippines. General Manager Andrew Tan receiving the award at the ASEAN Tourism Standards Awards Ceremony at the ASEAN Tourism Forum on 30 January 2026 In 2026, only 41 establishments across all ten ASEAN Member States attained this distinction after undergoing rigorous on-site audits evaluating structural quality, soundproofing, amenities, safety standards and service excellence. Grand Copthorne Waterfront is one of only two hotels in Singapore to receive the award, and one of just three Singapore representatives overall, highlighting its leadership in the regional MICE sector and reinforcing Singapore's standing as a premier MICE destination. The ASEAN MICE Venue Award – Meeting Room category honours venues that meet rigorous standards in facilities, service, safety and accessibility. This recognition reflects the hotel's commitment to quality and seamless meeting experiences. Commenting on the achievement, Andrew Tan, General Manager of Grand Copthorne Waterfront, said: "This ASEAN MICE Venue Award is a strong affirmation of our team's dedication to delivering exceptional meeting experiences. It reflects the high standards we uphold across our facilities, service and operations, and reinforces our commitment to continuously innovate and elevate the experience for our clients and partners." Benedict Ng, Vice President, Operations, Southeast Asia and North America, added:"Being recognised under the ASEAN MICE Venue Standard places Grand Copthorne Waterfront among the region's most trusted and capable MICE venues. This achievement highlights the strength of our operational excellence and our continued investment in people, infrastructure and technology to support world-class business events." The accolade follows the hotel's $40 million refurbishment completed at the end of 2023, which significantly enhanced its MICE capabilities. Featuring 6,200 square metres of meetings and events space, including naturally lit meeting rooms and three pillarless ballrooms spanning 1,385 square metres; the hotel is well equipped to support hybrid, in-person and virtual events. Overlooking the Singapore River, its venues offer a distinctive setting paired with state-of-the-art technology and world-class audio-visual facilities, reinforcing its role in elevating regional MICE standards and strengthening Singapore's position as a leading international MICE hub. Contact: Claire Chan, Assistant Director of Marketing CommunicationsClaire.Chan@millenniumhotels.com Kok Nee Tsu, Assistant Manager of Marketing Communicationsneetsu.kok@millenniumhotels.com
2026-02-05 01:17:00

Gallop into Radiant Journeys with The Shilla Duty Free this Lunar New Year
Enjoy Exclusive Disney Tsum Tsum Collectibles and Tax-Absorbed Shopping Privileges SINGAPORE, Feb. 2, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The Shilla Duty Free welcomes the Year of the Horse with a lineup of Lunar New Year travel retail initiatives, led by its exclusive partnership as the Official Beauty Travel Retail Partner of Mandopop artist Silence Wang's (汪苏泷) Singapore concerts, followed by the first collaboration with Disney's Tsum Tsum, and tax-absorbed shopping privileges on iShopChangi. The Shilla Duty Free at Changi Airport (Terminal 1) Running from 22 January to 8 March 2026, the Lunar New Year campaign will be available across all The Shilla Duty Free transit stores and iShopChangi, offering travellers exclusive collectibles, festive sure-win activations and extended online shopping convenience. Win Tickets to the Fully Sold out Silence Wang's (汪苏泷) Singapore Concerts The Shilla Duty Free is the Official Beauty Travel Retail Partner for Mandopop artist Silence Wang (汪苏泷) and his fully sold-out Singapore concerts, taking place from 27 to 29 March 2026. The Singapore shows mark the grand finale of his first world tour, Rise of Romance. During the Lunar New Year campaign period, shoppers at The Shilla Duty Free who spend a minimum in-store nett amount of S$250 stand a chance to win tickets to the sold-out concerts. Winners will be eligible to attend either the 28 or 29 March 2026 show, subject to availability and applicable terms and conditions. First-Ever Disney's Tsum Tsum Lunar New Year Collaboration For the first time, The Shilla Duty Free partners with Disney's Tsum Tsum to introduce a series of Lunar New Year exclusives created specifically for the travel retail market. A key highlight of the collaboration is the Tsum Tsum Zodiac Charm Phone Strap, featuring all 12 zodiac designs, including a special limited-edition Year of the Horse charm created exclusively for Lunar New Year 2026. Priced at S$9.90 per box, the blind boxes are available with any in-store purchase at The Shilla Duty Free main stores all four terminals, as well as on iShopChangi. In addition, shoppers can receive a limited-edition Tsum Tsum red packet set with a minimum in-store spend of S$188, while stocks last. During the Lunar New Year period, travellers across all the terminals can also participate in the Tsum Tsum "Ring of Fortune" Wheel Spin, a sure-win activation offering The Shilla Duty Free shopping vouchers. Shoppers may also scan to receive the digital Zodiac Luck Cards featuring Tsum Tsum-themed zodiac fortune predictions. Shop and Save with Tax-Absorbed Shopping on iShopChangi Travellers can continue their Lunar New Year shopping on iShopChangi with tax-absorbed beauty purchases by the Shilla Duty Free for up to 30 days before travel and after arrival, along with complimentary delivery on qualifying orders of S$59 and above, subject to participating merchants and product availability. In addition to standing a chance to win tickets to Silence Wang's fully sold-out Singapore concerts, travellers can further elevate their festive shopping experience with S$60 off their iShopChangi purchase when they spend a minimum of S$320 online, using the promotional code SILENCE60. The promotion is valid until 31 March 2026, subject to applicable terms and conditions. For more information on the latest promotions and updates, please visit The Shilla Duty Free Singapore's Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/shilladutyfreesg. Download high-resolution key visuals here. ABOUT THE SHILLA DUTY FREE Since its grand opening in 2015, The Shilla Duty Free Changi Airport Store today features up to 120 Cosmetic and Perfume brands in its stores. With more than 20 Cosmetics and Perfumes stores across the airport's four terminals, including Shilla Beauty Loft, the first-in-the-world luxury spa concept in a duty-free store, The Shilla Duty Free Singapore continually elevates the travel retail experience by offering shoppers exclusive and differentiated services that resonate with travellers. As an affiliate company of Samsung, The Shilla Duty Free is a leading travel retailer offering over 1,300 world-famous brands in fashion, jewellery, cosmetics, perfumes, watches, etc. In Korea, the travel retailer currently operates 4 duty free outlets- two in downtown Seoul and Jeju and two in Incheon Airport. With the initiation of the Hong Kong International Airport PC/FA operation, The Shilla Duty Free has become the first travel retailer to operate the Cosmetics & Perfumes category in three major hub airports in East Asia (Incheon, Changi, and Hong Kong).
2026-02-02 05:56:00

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