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Menjelajahi Anhui: Dari warisan sejarah hingga inovasi teknologi

Fri, 08 May 2026 19:13:00 +0700

HEFEI, Tiongkok, May 08, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- China Daily telah merilis laporan berita tentang provinsi Anhui. Provinsi Anhui, yang terletak di Tiongkok timur, menghadirkan kontras yang luar biasa--tempat tradisi yang telah bertahan selama ribuan tahun berpadu dengan inovasi mutakhir.

Semua kelebihan itu menjadikan Anhui sebagai destinasi wisata yang menarik bagi wisatawan global, termasuk rombongan 10 influencer asal Amerika Serikat, Inggris Raya, Rusia, Meksiko, dan Nigeria yang baru-baru ini berkunjung ke provinsi tersebut.

Perjalanan para wisatawan yang berkumpul di Anhui pada 20 hingga 27 April dimulai dari Jalan Tua Tunxi di Huangshan. Melalui kuliner Huizhou, kuas kaligrafi, kerajinan lak, dan batu tinta khas setempat, para wisatawan mendapatkan gambaran tentang warisan budaya serta seni kerajinan di daerah tersebut.

Destinasi berikutnya adalah kabupaten Qimen di Huangshan, daerah penghasil teh hitam Keemun yang terkenal di dunia. Di tengah rimbunan hijau musim semi, para peserta menyusuri perkebunan teh, memetik daun teh segar, sekaligus mempelajari teknik pembuatan teh yang masih tradisional.

Menjelang malam, desa Zhanqi di kabupaten Shexian, Huangshan, diterangi lampion berbentuk ikan. Di sana, para influencer bergabung dengan warga setempat untuk mempelajari tarian tradisional lampion ikan.

Di Pusat Kesehatan Xin'an, para influencer mencoba teknologi model diagnosis wajah berbasis AI. Kreator konten asal Rusia, Artem Usov, mengatakan, "Saya hanya perlu mengambil beberapa foto lidah dan wajah, lalu teknologi tersebut memberikan diagnosis yang rinci mengenai tubuh saya. Menurut saya, ini sangat bagus."

Di Hefei, tur tersebut beralih ke "skenario di masa depan." Di Hefei Smart Robot Public Service Platform--yang kerap disebut sebagai "universitas robot"--mereka menyaksikan robot melakukan berbagai tugas di lingkungan simulasi, seperti supermarket dan dapur. Influencer asal Nigeria, Oluwabunmi Jimoh, berkomentar, "Saya dapat mengatakan dengan yakin bahwa teknologi Tiongkok telah mencapai level yang berbeda."

Nuansa futuristis itu juga semakin terasa saat melihat kecanggihan "taksi terbang" otonom, bus tanpa sopir, dan layanan pengantaran dengan drone. Di Heyi Aviation, para peserta mencoba langsung moda transportasi yang terbang dengan ketinggian rendah, termasuk kendaraan udara nirawak.

Di Wuhu, para peserta melihat lebih dekat seni lukisan besi tradisional yang mengolah logam padat menjadi karya seni yang indah dan detail. Di Chery, raksasa otomotif asal Tiongkok yang berbasis di kota tersebut, para peserta menyaksikan langsung perkembangan terbaru dalam teknologi berkendara cerdas dan robotika AI.

Sebagai surat kabar harian berbahasa Inggris nasional di Tiongkok, China Daily menjadi sarana penting bagi Anhui untuk menyebarluaskan kisah pembangunannya sekaligus menunjukkan citra terbukanya kepada dunia. Untuk mengetahui informasi selengkapnya, silakan kunjungi: https://www.chinadaily.com.cn/

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New Research Finds Application Sprawl Puts APAC Workforces at Credential Risk

Fri, 08 May 2026 18:57:00 +0700

Global research from Zoho and Tigon Advisory Corp. finds APAS's application sprawl outpacing credential governance, with SMBs carrying the greatest exposure.

SINGAPORE - Media OutReach Newswire - 8 May 2026 - Zoho Corporation released the State of Workforce Password Security 2026, a global research study covering 3,322 verified respondents across nine regions, six industries, and twelve roles. The report, conducted by Tigon Advisory Corp. on behalf of Zoho Vault, finds a growing disconnect between how organizations perceive credential risk and how they have acted on it. In APAC, 64% of surveyed businesses run more than 15 applications, with integrated credential governance emerging as the region's most critical unmet need.

Timed to coincide with World Password Day, the report arrives at what the authors describe as a critical inflection point. Across the global sample, one in three businesses reported a confirmed cyberattack in the past year, and a further 7% were unable to confirm whether they had been attacked at all. The APAC region is on par with the global figure on this metric.

"World Password Day was created to remind people that credentials are still the entry point to the modern business. What this research shows is that the entry points have multiplied: the average APAC employee now logs into more than fifteen business applications, and most organizations cannot fully account for who has access to what across them," says Chandramouli Dorai, Chief Evangelist of Cyber Solutions at Zoho. "The issue is not under-investment, but investment without architectural coherence, leaving businesses with a significant gap between intent for security and actual results." APAC is the region with the second highest application sprawl, with 64% of businesses surveyed using more than 15 applications, 5 points above the global average.

The State of Security in APAC

There is a consistent theme across APAC respondent data: high awareness, high spending intent, and persistent visibility gaps. Among APAC respondents:

32% experienced a confirmed cyberattack in the past year.

73% lack complete identity visibility across their workforce, including orphaned accounts and undocumented access, one point lower than the global average.

74% plan to increase security spending in 2026 -- two points above the global average.

64% of employees use 15 or more business applications, five points above the global average and the second highest application-sprawl rate of any region globally.

66% have not deployed a Zero Trust strategy, with most non-adopters expecting to implement within one to three years, this is on par with global average.

The AI Belief-to-Deployment Gap

The survey also measured business sentiment on AI's role in security strategy. Confidence is high, with 91% of APAC respondents believing AI can strengthen their security posture, yet only 8% of businesses globally are ready to adopt AI-powered security today. This belief-to-deployment gap is significant. Among desired AI security features, 68% of respondents prioritized anomaly and threat detection, compared to 47% who selected risk-based access controls.

The report identifies legacy infrastructure (cited by 52% of global respondents) and migration complexity (48%) as the primary blockers. Cost ranks third at 41%, reinforcing a recurring theme across the data: the constraint on security maturity is not budget but architecture.

"The organizations that will navigate the next five years most effectively are those investing in architectural simplicity, building governance models that scale with identity growth, and adopting AI-enabled orchestration to reduce friction,", says Helen Yu, Founder and CEO of Tigon Advisory Corp. "Budget is not the primary constraint on security maturity; architecture, talent, and visibility infrastructure are. The data in this report is a call to sequence correctly: fix foundations before chasing advanced capabilities."

The Application Sprawl Problem

The report frames credential risk as a function of attack-surface growth, and nowhere is that surface expanding faster than in APAC. The region's mobile-first, multi-cloud work culture means the average employee now accesses more than 15 business applications daily across on-site, hybrid, and remote settings. Credential management, in this context, is not a remote-work problem. It is a structural one.

Yet fewer than one in four organizations globally have deployed a dedicated password manager. The gap is most acute among SMBs, which dominate APAC's commercial fabric. More than half of respondents in organizations under 250 employees report no dedicated security team, with credential security left to shared spreadsheets, manual hygiene, and informal policies, what the report calls "the SMB credential blind spot." In a region where SMB-led growth is central to several national economies, this represents a systemic and largely unaddressed vulnerability.

What the Data Recommends

The report concludes with six imperatives for 2026, prioritized by deployment urgency: deploy a centralized password manager, close the identity visibility gap, pair password management with multi-factor authentication, build a Zero Trust roadmap, treat integration as a security requirement, and pilot AI-powered credential security within the next twelve months.

"Legacy infrastructure remains the primary blocker between any effective use of AI, including deploying AI for security," says Mani Vembu, CEO of Zoho. "Our future-ready stack is built around the premise that placing identity, access, and applications on the same architectural foundation provides fewer opportunities for vulnerabilities, higher identity visibility, and conveniently, an easier method of adding AI to assist in threat detection. As AI's sophistication in exploiting security weaknesses rapidly improves, migrating to a secure, AI-ready platform is only becoming more urgent."

Methodology

The State of Workforce Password Security 2026 was conducted by Tigon Advisory Corp. and sponsored by Zoho Corporation. The study is based on 3,322 verified responses across nine regions (United States, Canada, United Kingdom, European Union, India, Middle East and Africa, Australia and New Zealand, APAC, Japan, and China), six industries, and twelve workforce roles. Data was collected in early 2026. The full report, including all regional snapshots and methodology notes, is available at https://www.zoho.com/vault/state-of-workforce-password-security-report.html.

Zoho Privacy Pledge

Zoho respects user privacy and does not have an ad-revenue model in any part of its business, including its free products. The company owns and operates its data centers, ensuring complete oversight of customer data, privacy, and security. More than 150 million users around the world, across hundreds of thousands of companies, rely on Zoho every day to run their businesses, including Zoho itself. For more information, click here.

About Zoho Vault

Zoho Vault is Zoho's password management application for individuals, teams, and enterprises, providing centralized credential vaulting, secure sharing, role-based access, multi-factor authentication, and integration with Zoho's broader productivity, HR, and IT-management portfolio. Zoho Vault is included in Zoho One and is also available as a standalone subscription. More information is available at zoho.com/vault.

Zoho Corporation
With 60+ apps in nearly every major business category, Zoho Corporation is one of the world's most prolific technology companies. Zoho is privately held and profitable with more than 19,000 employees globally with headquarters in Austin, Texas and international headquarters in Chennai, India. Zoho APAC HQ is located in Singapore. For more information, please visit: www.zoho.com.

The issuer is solely responsible for the content of this announcement.***

WillScot Declares Quarterly Cash Dividend

Fri, 08 May 2026 13:56:00 +0700

SCOTTSDALE, Ariz., May 07, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- WillScot Holdings Corporation ("WillScot" or the "Company") (Nasdaq: WSC), a leader in innovative temporary space solutions, today announced that its Board of Directors has declared a quarterly dividend of $0.07 per share. The cash dividend will be paid on June 17, 2026, to shareholders of record as of the close of business on June 3, 2026.

About WillScot
WillScot (Nasdaq: WSC) is a leading provider of innovative turnkey space solutions in North America, helping customers keep projects moving and operations running. The company partners with critical industries including construction, manufacturing, healthcare, government, energy and education to deliver the right solutions coupled with a high level of customer service. WillScot's comprehensive portfolio of products - including modular complexes, dry and cold storage containers, blast-resistant buildings, clearspan industrial structures, fencing, and add-on furnishings and equipment - is customizable and flexible to support any project need. Headquartered in Scottsdale, Ariz., WillScot operates from a network of approximately 250 branch locations in the U.S., Canada and Mexico.

Additional Information and Where to Find It
Additional information can be found on the company's website at www.willscot.com.

Contact Information
Investor inquiries:
Charlie Wohlhuter
Investors@willscot.com
Media inquiries:
Juliana Welling
Media@willscot.com

The Metals Company Announces First Quarter 2026 Corporate Update Conference Call for Thursday, May 14, 2026

Fri, 08 May 2026 13:42:00 +0700

NEW YORK, May 07, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- TMC the metals company Inc. (Nasdaq: TMC) ("TMC" or the "Company"), a leading developer of the world's largest estimated undeveloped resource of critical metals essential to energy, defense, manufacturing and infrastructure, today announced that it will host a conference call on Thursday, May 14, 2026, to provide an update on first quarter 2026 financial results and recent corporate developments.

First Quarter 2026 Conference Call Details

Date: Thursday, May 14, 2026

Time: 04:30 p.m. ET

Audio-only Dial-in: Register Here

Virtual webcast with slides: Register Here

The virtual webcast will be available for replay in the 'Investors' tab of the Company's website under 'Investors' > 'Media' > 'Events and Presentations', approximately two hours after the event.

The Metals Company is a developer of lower-impact critical metals from seafloor polymetallic nodules, on a dual mission: (1) supply metals for energy, defense, manufacturing and infrastructure with net positive impacts compared to conventional production routes and (2) trace, recover and recycle the metals we supply to help create a metal commons that can be used in perpetuity. The Company has conducted more than a decade of research into the environmental and social impacts of offshore nodule collection and onshore processing. More information is available at www.metals.co.

Contacts
Media | media@metals.co
Investors | investors@metals.co

Tealium unveils AI at the Edge, AI Decisioning, and more new in-platform features

Fri, 08 May 2026 13:32:00 +0700

New features deliver real-time, privacy-first context to AI models with enhanced integrations, intelligent decisioning, and MCP-powered configuration agents

San Diego, May 07, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Tealium, the leading customer data orchestration platform, announced a new suite of integration capabilities and in-platform AI features following record-breaking attendance at its annual Digital Velocity conferences in New York City and London.

Every AI system, model, and customer experience is only as powerful as the data fueling it. Yet, most enterprises today suffer from fragmented and disconnected signals that arrive too late to influence the customer journey. As the industry shifts from experimental AI to production, the primary bottleneck is no longer the model itself, but the ability to feed models with high-fidelity, real-time context, and act on their outputs instantly.

"AI is only as powerful as the data that feeds it," said Jeff Lunsford, CEO of Tealium. "With our new AI Partner Ecosystem and in-platform capabilities, we are closing the gap between model inference and customer action. By delivering real-time, consented context directly to AI models, we empower enterprises to turn live signals into in-the-moment experiences, without compromising on data governance."

Tealium offers both in-platform AI features and an AI Partner Ecosystem, a dynamic network of pre-built connectors with industry-leading AI service providers. This includes recently launched, bi-directional connectors for OpenAI and Amazon Bedrock, allowing teams to route live data to foundation models and instantly return structured intelligence back to Tealium for immediate activation.

The AI Partner Ecosystem also reaches beyond these foundational models into the agentic stack itself, adding Pinecone for vector retrieval and LangChain for agent orchestration, so teams can ground RAG pipelines and LLM agents in real-time, consented customer context.

Because Tealium's platform embraces both composable and real-time capabilities, enterprises no longer have to choose between speed and control. Organizations can maintain their existing technology stack with rigorous data governance, all while activating AI precisely when the moment matters most. Tealium's new feature releases include:

* Tealium Mobile SDK & Edge AI: A high-performance native SDK that streamlines "implement once, activate everywhere" instrumentation. It sends real-time data to Tealium and third-party tools while enabling consent-aware, on-device transformations and edge AI inference, without requiring constant app store releases.

* Expansive AI Decisioning: Tealium's AI ecosystem supports both real-time AI decisioning and Invoke Your Own Model (IYOM) flexibility. Tealium can run decisioning on live event streams to generate instant insight, such as churn scores and product affinities, and feed those outputs directly into customer profiles and activation flows for immediate, personalized engagement. With IYOM, organizations can also trigger their own models in their own data cloud or AI environment and activate the results in real time across channels.

* Configuration Agent: This new MCP-powered agent bridges the gap between business strategy and technical execution by allowing teams to configure Tealium directly from AI tools like Claude, Gemini, and OpenAI, transforming natural language prompts into live activations while maintaining strict human-in-the-loop oversight for all final deployments.

* AI Recommended Audiences: Uses real-time, unified customer data to automatically surface high-value segments and "next best action" suggestions that can be activated with one click, without complex SQL or black-box uncertainty.

Learn more about Tealium for AI.

To keep up with the latest company news, visit Tealium's Newsroom.***

SEA Index grows its global marina network with Japan expansion

Fri, 08 May 2026 09:09:00 +0700

Bernard d'Alessandri, President of SEA Index and General Secretary of the Yacht Club de Monaco and Kiichiro Kumazawa, President of KMC Corporation and President of the Japan Marina & Beach Association.

MONACO, May 07, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Superyacht Eco Association SEA Index arrives in Japan, marking its first institutional alliance in the Asia-Pacific region through a new strategic partnership with the Japan Marina & Beach Association (JMBA) and opening a new chapter in the global deployment of measurable, third-party verified sustainability standards in yachting.

The instrument, originally founded by the Yacht Club de Monaco in partnership with Credit Suisse (now part of UBS Group), enables yacht owners, captains, shipyards, marinas and financial institutions to move from intention to measurable, comparable and actionable environmental performance. It focuses on CO2 SEA Index grows its global marina network with Japan expansion--certified by Lloyd's Register--as well as air quality (NOx and particulate matter) and underwater radiated noise. Discussions began in 2025, when a JMBA delegation visited the Yacht Club de Monaco, identifying strong alignment with the SEA Index approach. This was formalized during a signing ceremony held on April 15, 2026, in Monaco.

With this new addition, the Association surpasses the 100-marina milestone, pushing the network towards a tipping point where shared, verifiable standards and transparent data actively reshape industry norms and accelerate the transition to more sustainable yachting practices. As an Institutional Member, JMBA brings its portfolio of 87 marinas into the SEA Index superyacht ecosystem, which already includes 25 leading superyacht ports and marinas. The partnership also unites Monaco's recognized expertise in environmental measurement and decarbonization with Japan's operational excellence in marina management, forging a concrete bridge between two leading maritime cultures.

"Anchored within our collective initiative 'Monaco, Capital of Advanced Yachting', SEA Index was conceived as a practical tool to bring clarity and credibility to environmental performance in yachting. Welcoming the Japan Marina & Beach Association into our network confirms that this approach resonates far beyond Monaco and the Mediterranean. What matters is not where a yacht sails, but how responsibly it does so. This partnership demonstrates that shared metrics can unite very different maritime cultures around the same objective: measurable progress," said Bernard d'Alessandri, President of SEA Index and General Secretary of the Yacht Club de Monaco.

"Until now, Japanese marinas and yachting culture have developed primarily as places to enjoy the sea. Today, however, we are being called upon to move to the next stage--one that asks how we can coexist with the sea. The clear and internationally shareable benchmarks presented by the SEA Index are an essential tool that moves environmental consideration beyond philosophy and into practical action. This partnership stands as proof that two distinct maritime cultures, Japan and Monaco, have come together through shared values and measurable standards. I believe it represents a major step forward in the evolution of sustainable marina management and boating culture in Japan. Going forward, we are committed to embedding the principles of the SEA Index into on-site practices across Japan and fostering a marine environment and yachting culture that future generations can be proud of," added Kiichiro Kumazawa, President of KMC Corporation and President of the Japan Marina & Beach Association.

For more information:
Press Office LaPresse - ufficio.stampa@lapresse.it
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Bitget Launches "Fan Story: UEX Through Your Eyes" Campaign with 100,000 USDT Prize Pool

Fri, 08 May 2026 08:51:00 +0700

VICTORIA, Seychelles, May 07, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Bitget, the world's largest Universal Exchange (UEX), today launched its new community campaign, "Bitget Fan Story: UEX Through Your Eyes," inviting eligible users worldwide to share their Bitget journey on social media for a chance to claim a share of a prize pool worth up to 100,000 USDT, along with exclusive Bitget Fan Club merchandise.

The campaign, running from May 7, 2026 to May 20, 2026, aims to spotlight the voices of Bitget users, from early adopters and long-term traders to community contributors and feature testers, whose experiences reflect the platform's evolution and global expansion. Participants are encouraged to share their real experiences with Bitget's one-stop Universal Exchange (UEX) ecosystem - how it helps them access more products, asset types, and trading opportunities, all in one place. The prize pool will grow as participation increases, with a community milestone mechanism that adds to the reward pool for every 500 new participants, up to a total of 100,000 USDT.

"Bitget's community is built by users from all walks of life, not only top traders, but anyone who engages, contributes, and grows with us," said Gracy Chen, CEO of Bitget. "With this campaign, we want to spotlight the voices of the people who make our Universal Exchange possible. Their stories are what shape our community and inspire the future of Bitget."

"Every trade, every holding, every story matters," Bitget said in its campaign announcement. "We want to hear how our users discovered new opportunities, expanded their trading boundaries, and grew with Bitget through every market cycle."

To participate, users are encouraged to:

1. Share their Bitget story on a social platform such as X, Telegram, Reddit, LinkedIn or Discord in text + image/video format

2. Include the hashtag #BitgetFanStory in the post

3. Submit the entry through this form.

Bitget noted that AI tools may be used to enhance visuals, such as image generation or video editing, but the story itself must be based on the user's real experience. Fully AI-generated written submissions will not be accepted.

The campaign offers multiple levels of rewards:

* Top 3 winners: 1,000 to 3,000 USDT each

* Top 20 winners: minimum 100 USDT each

* Unlimited Honorable Mentions: 50 USDT Each

* All winners: exclusive Bitget Fan Club merchandise

For full terms and conditions and details on how to participate, please refer to Bitget's official announcement here.***

General Fusion to Present at Major Tech Industry and Key Investor Events in May

Fri, 08 May 2026 08:41:00 +0700

VANCOUVER, British Columbia, May 07, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- General Fusion Inc. ("General Fusion" or the "Company"), a leader in the global race to commercialize fusion energy, today announced its participation in and presentations at several prominent conferences throughout May, including Web Summit, one of the world's premier technology conferences with more than 20,000 attendees expected. General Fusion is on the path to becoming the first publicly traded pure-play fusion energy company. The Company previously announced its plans to go public through a business combination (the transactions contemplated by the business combination, collectively, the "Proposed Business Combination") with Spring Valley Acquisition Corp. III (NASDAQ: SVAC) ("SVAC"). The transaction is targeted to close in mid-2026. Once completed, the combined company will operate as General Fusion and is expected to be listed on the Nasdaq under ticker "GFUZ."

Conference Details:

* Greg Twinney, CEO, is scheduled to speak in two sessions at Web Summit Vancouver, taking place at the Vancouver Convention Centre, May 11- 14:

* New Energy Summit Keynote - May 13 at 11:50 a.m. PT (Stage 3)

* Startup University Fireside Chat on bringing fusion to the public markets - May 14 at 12:10 p.m. PT (Stage 4)

* Megan Wilson, Chief Strategy Officer, is expected to deliver a keynote presentation at Canaccord Genuity's Nuclear Nexus conference on May 13 in Cambridge, MA.

* Greg Twinney, CEO, and Rob Crystal, Senior Vice President, Finance, also plan to attend the B. Riley Securities 26th Annual Institutional Investor Conference, taking place May 20--21 in Marina del Rey, CA.

If you are interested in arranging meetings with General Fusion during any of these events, please contact investors@generalfusion.com.

Quick Facts:

* General Fusion's Magnetized Target Fusion ("MTF") is designed to solve significant barriers to commercializing fusion energy at a time when electricity demand is surging, and nations around the world are racing to commercialize fusion power.

* As a technology, MTF aims to achieve fusion in a practical way, avoiding superconducting magnets and high-powered lasers, while enabling the use of existing materials for durable machines that would produce cost-effective energy.

* In early 2025, General Fusion announced that it had designed, built, and begun operating its world-first Lawson Machine 26 ("LM26") fusion demonstration machine in under two years. LM26 is the first MTF demonstration machine to be built at a commercially relevant scale. It mechanically compresses plasma with a lithium liner at 50% commercial-scale diameter.

* LM26 aims to achieve key fusion technical milestones: plasma heating to 1 keV (10 million degrees Celsius), then 10 keV (100 million degrees Celsius), and ultimately the Lawson criterion, the combination of fusion parameters that can produce net fusion energy in the plasma.***

Vision Credit Union Selects nCino to Transform Agricultural and Commercial Lending

Fri, 08 May 2026 08:32:00 +0700

Canadian credit union leverages nCino to deepen member relationships across the province of Alberta

WILMINGTON, N.C. and CAMROSE, Alberta, May 07, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- nCino, Inc. (NASDAQ: NCNO), the platform for agentic banking, today announced Vision Credit Union has selected nCino for Commercial Lending, Banking Advisor and Automated Spreading. With agricultural and commercial loans making up almost 70% of its portfolio, Vision needed a more intelligent way to manage its lending operations, one that could automate manual, paper-heavy workflows, and surface the intelligence its team needs to move faster and create a more seamless experience for members.

The Credit Union is uniquely positioned to serve its community with branches and staff embedded throughout Alberta. Vision's agricultural specialists work directly alongside farming families within their communities to form the deep, trusted relationships that define member loyalty. To protect and deepen those relationships, Vision turned to nCino to equip their teams with better insights and spend more time focused on meaningful conversations with members, enriching their experience every step of the way.

"Our staff are at the heart of what we do at Vision. They're in the communities, on the farms, having conversations with our members," said Dan Hautzinger, Chief Executive Officer at Vision Credit Union. "We want to give our teams the tools they need to spend less time on administrative work and more time building the relationships that make us who we are. We're excited about what we can accomplish with nCino."

The nCino Commercial Lending Solution will replace existing workflows, supporting the full lending lifecycle--from application through credit decisioning and booking--creating a more seamless borrowing journey for Vision's members and enabling greater efficiency for staff. Banking Advisor will bring AI-powered intelligence directly into lenders' workflows, surfacing relevant recommendations and insights at the point of decision. Automated Spreading will streamline the analysis of financial statements, providing Vision's agricultural specialists with faster access to accurate, actionable data.

"There's a version of banking that's all spreadsheets and credit memos, and there's a version where your lender knows your operation, your family, and your five-year plan," said Danny Coale, Senior Vice President for Enterprise Banking North America at nCino. "Vision has always been the latter and we're proud to give their team the technology to keep it that way." ***

urban-gro, Inc. (Nasdaq: UGRO) -- Sri Lanka Cricket Confirms Lanka Premier League Season 6 Foreign Player Registration to Open 8 May 2026; Tournament to Be Played Across Four Venues in July - August 2026

Fri, 08 May 2026 08:15:00 +0700

Foreign player registration portal to open on 8 May 2026 and remain open until 18 May 2026; matches to be played across SSC (Colombo), RPICS (Colombo), PICS (Pallekele), and RDICS (Dambulla); tournament conducted by SLC in partnership with UGRO subsidiary The IPG Group

LAFAYETTE, Colo., May 07, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- urban-gro, Inc. (Nasdaq: UGRO) ("urban-gro" or the "Company"), operating through Flash Sports & Media, Inc., today noted the official media release issued by Sri Lanka Cricket ("SLC") on 5 May 2026 confirming the foreign player registration timeline, venues, and overall schedule for Lanka Premier League ("LPL") Season 6, as also reported by Sri Lankan sports media outlet ThePapare ("Foreign player registration for LPL 2026 to begin on May 8," ThePapare, 5 May 2026). The sixth edition of the tournament is scheduled to take place during July and August 2026, and is owned by SLC and conducted in partnership with Innovative Production Group FZ, LLC ("IPG"), the event rights holder. The Company participates in the tournament through its subsidiary IPG under existing commercial arrangements.

Season 6 - By the Numbers
Tournament window
July and August 2026 (per SLC media release dated 5 May 2026)
Edition
Sixth edition of the Lanka Premier League
Foreign player registration portal opens
8 May 2026
Foreign player registration portal closes
18 May 2026
Registration portal
www.srilankacricket.lk
Venues
SSC, Colombo; RPICS, Colombo; PICS, Pallekele; RDICS, Dambulla
League ownership
Owned by Sri Lanka Cricket; conducted in partnership with The IPG Group (event rights holder)
UGRO involvement
Through subsidiary Innovative Production Group FZ, LLC (IPG) under existing commercial arrangements

Confirmed Venues
Per the SLC media release, Season 6 matches will be played across four Sri Lankan international cricket venues:
* Singhalese Sports Club (SSC) Grounds, Colombo
* R. Premadasa International Cricket Stadium (RPICS), Colombo
* Pallekele International Cricket Stadium (PICS), Pallekele
* Rangiri Dambulla International Cricket Stadium (RDICS), Dambulla
Foreign Player Registration
As confirmed by SLC, the online portal for foreign player registration for LPL Season 6 will open on 8 May 2026. Once launched, the portal can be accessed at www.srilankacricket.lk and will remain open until 18 May 2026.

Strategic Context for UGRO
Following its combination with Flash Sports & Media, Inc. and the integration of IPG, the Company participates in the LPL as a sports, media, and experiential platform, with commercial exposure to the tournament's media, sponsorship, and on-ground activations through its contractual arrangements with the league. LPL Season 6 represents the first full season in the Company's current operating structure following the IPG integration. Actual revenues from the Company's participation will depend on the specific terms of its contractual arrangements and on overall tournament outcomes, and may differ materially from any industry-level references included in this release.

Industry Context (Third-Party Data)
For general reference only, publicly available third-party reports describe T20 cricket as a high-engagement global format with an estimated fan base of approximately 2.5 billion across South Asia, Southeast Asia, the Caribbean, the United Kingdom, and other markets. IPL media rights, for a mature comparable league, have been publicly reported at over USD 6 billion for a five-year cycle. Third-party industry estimates have referenced local economic impact for prior LPL seasons in the USD 25 - 30 million range. These figures relate to the broader industry or to other leagues and are not a projection of the Company's financial results, revenues, or economic impact from LPL Season 6, and should not be relied on as such.
Independent Media Coverage

The SLC announcement has been independently reported by Sri Lankan sports media. ThePapare, a leading Sri Lankan sports news outlet, confirmed that "Sri Lanka Cricket (SLC) announced today that the online portal for the 'Foreign Player Registration' for the 6th edition of the Lanka Premier League will be opened on the 8th May, 2026," and further reported the same venue list (SSC, Colombo; RPICS, Colombo; PICS, Pallekele; and RDICS, Dambulla) and July - August 2026 tournament window referenced in this release. The full ThePapare article is available at https://www.thepapare.com/foreign-player-registration-for-lpl-2026-to-begin-on-may-8/. This independent reporting reinforces the timeline and operating framework within which the Company's subsidiary, IPG, will participate in Season 6.

Disclaimer

The Company does not own, operate, or control the Lanka Premier League, its franchises, or any governing body. The Company's involvement is limited to its contractual rights and services through Innovative Production Group FZ, LLC and related commercial arrangements. References to league operations, player participation, market size, or economic impact are based on third-party information or industry estimates and are provided solely for general context. The Company's actual revenues, if any, will depend on its specific contractual arrangements and may differ materially from broader industry metrics referenced herein.***

Stoneshield Capital joins Meli? Hotel International's Board of Directors

Fri, 08 May 2026 07:35:00 +0700

LUXEMBOURG, May 07, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Stoneshield Capital is the second-largest shareholder in Meli? Hotels International ("Meli?") with a 9.5% stake, and Juan Pepa, co-founder of Stoneshield, has been appointed to Meli?'s Board of Directors.

The appointment reflects Stoneshield's intention to act as a long-term reference shareholder, supporting the company's next phase of value creation through disciplined capital allocation and strategic alignment with management.

Headquartered in Spain, with a portfolio exceeding 400 hotels currently open or in the pipeline across leading international destinations, both urban and resort, Meli? has established one of Europe's leading hospitality platforms, combining a portfolio of high-quality owned real estate with a capital-efficient management and franchise business.

The investment is consistent with Stoneshield Capital's strategy of partnering with leading real assets platforms that benefit from structural growth trends, where active ownership, balance sheet optimisation and operational excellence can drive scalable and sustainable shareholder value.

Felipe Moren?s Bot?n, co-founder of Stoneshield Capital, said:
"Tourism remains one of the most structurally supported sectors globally over the long term. Meli?, alongside the Escarrer family, has consistently demonstrated its ability to adapt to evolving market dynamics and to build a globally recognised hospitality platform. We look forward to working constructively with the Board and Gabriel Escarrer's management leadership to support the company's continued international growth and long-term value creation."

Juan Pepa, co-founder of Stoneshield Capital, added:
"Meli? combines high-quality real estate assets with a leading global operating platform - a combination where Stoneshield has deep experience in driving value creation. We see a significant opportunity to further strengthen the company's positioning through active capital management, operational excellence and disciplined expansion."

Gabriel Escarrer, Chairman and CEO of Meli? Hotels International, stated:
"We are delighted to welcome Stoneshield as a new large shareholder, a partner whose track record, vision, and long-term commitment to value creation stand as a powerful endorsement of our strategic direction. Together with our Board of Directors, largely composed of independent members, it provides a solid additional guarantee of resilience and sustainable long-term success, which is already being recognized by the market."

^{Juan Pepa and Felipe Moren?s-Bot?n, Co-Founders and Managing Partners of Stoneshield Capital}

About Stoneshield Capital
Founded in 2018 by Felipe Moren?s Bot?n and Juan Pepa, Stoneshield Capital is a European real assets investment firm with a global approach, focused on building and scaling leading operational platforms across sectors supported by long-term structural trends. With more than ?6 billion in assets under management and a rapidly growing investment platform, Stoneshield combines investment expertise, active asset management and capital markets capabilities to deliver consistent risk-adjusted returns across cycles.

The firm's portfolio includes Neinor Homes, one of Spain's leading listed residential developers, and MiCampus, the largest student housing platform in Southern Europe. Stoneshield has also been involved in strategic investments such as Solaria, a leading European renewable energy developer, and Exolum, an international operator of energy logistics infrastructure.

Contact
Claudia Su?rez
Head of Marketing and Corporate Affairs
+353 (87) 465 4410
cs@stoneshieldcapital.com

TSplus International Meeting 2026: A Week of Vision, Innovation, and Unity in Crete

Fri, 08 May 2026 07:35:00 +0700

[Elounda, Crete ? 25/04] - TSplus successfully held its annual International Meeting last week in the stunning setting of Elounda Bay, on the island of Crete, Greece. From Monday, April 20 to Friday, April 25, over 70 employees and close collaborators?joined by their families?gathered at the 5-star Royal Marmin Bay Boutique & Art Hotel, bringing together more than 100 participants from across the globe for a week of connection, strategy, and celebration.

The event began with a warm welcome cocktail and dinner on Monday evening, marking a joyful reunion after a year apart since the previous international meeting in Bali. This opening moment set the tone for a week centered on collaboration and shared purpose.

"Make IT Simple": A Clear Vision for the Future

On Tuesday morning, TSplus executives presented a comprehensive overview of the company's recent achievements and future roadmap. CEO Adrien Carbonne opened the session by reaffirming TSplus' long-term ambition: "In 2030, all system administrators know TSplus." He also introduced the company's new brand strategy, encapsulated in the tagline: "TSplus ? Make IT simple." Despite ongoing growth, he emphasized that TSplus' core identity remains unchanged: Rooted in people, fairness, and strong human values.

Henri Merlin followed with key business insights, highlighting steady global growth and a particularly strong performance in North America throughout 2025. He noted that ERP systems remain TSplus' primary client segment and strategic focus moving forward. Expansion plans are underway in high-potential regions including China, South Korea, Japan, Africa, and Australia.

"Make IT Simple": Driving Innovation and Team Excellence

CTO Thomas Montalcino presented major product innovations designed to simplify IT management. These included the Remote Support mobile app for iOS and Android, a new web-based administration platform, and enhanced ransomware protection for Advanced Security capable of defending against 21 known threats. Additional innovations included the Architecture Simulator available online, and several ambitious projects in progress. The overarching goal is clear: simplify powerful IT solutions for users worldwide.

Beyond presentations, the week offered rich cultural experiences. Participants explored the Cretan countryside during a safari tour, visiting the traditional village of Krasi and a local monastery, while enjoying the island's natural beauty, including encounters with its famously friendly goats.

Wednesday and Thursday mornings were dedicated to hands-on training sessions, with participants divided into four thematic groups: Marketing & Sales, Remote Access, Licensing Portal, and Remote Support. These sessions fostered knowledge-sharing and strengthened cross-team collaboration.

A highlight of the week came on Wednesday evening, with a festive celebration in a traditional village setting. Guests visited an olive oil mill before enjoying dinner under the olive trees, accompanied by a folkloric dance performance. The night concluded with everyone joining in the iconic Greek "sirtaki" dance: A joyful moment of unity!

The event concluded on Friday with a gala dinner, during which several collaborators were honored with TSplus Awards, continuing a cherished tradition of recognizing excellence and contribution. A particularly emotional moment came when Dominique Benoit, TSplus founder, received a special award from Adrien Carbonne, who paid tribute to his lifelong dedication, entrepreneurial vision, and the human values he instilled in the company.

In his closing remarks, Adrien reiterated TSplus' mission and guiding principles: TSplus is building a future where powerful IT solutions are simple, accessible, and driven by people. He emphasized the importance of consistency, focus, and fairness as the company continues to grow and innovate.

As this memorable week of training, networking, and celebration came to an end, one question remained on everyone's mind: where will TSplus go next? One thing is certain?for this dynamic French software company, the sky is the limit.

Interested in joining the TSplus journey? Discover partnership opportunities and become part of a growing global network:
https://tsplus.net/partners/

About TSplus
TSplus is a global software company specializing in remote access, remote support, and IT management solutions designed to simplify complex infrastructures. Guided by its signature promise, "Make IT simple," TSplus develops powerful, affordable, and user-friendly technologies that empower organizations of all sizes to securely access and manage their applications from anywhere. By focusing on simplicity, performance, and reliability, TSplus enables IT professionals to do more with less complexity, making advanced tools accessible to all.

Movement Invests in Stableyard to Build the End-to-End Experience Layer of Stablecoin Payments

Fri, 08 May 2026 07:34:00 +0700

SAN FRANCISCO, May 07, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Movement, a Move-based, layer 1 blockchain network, today announced a strategic investment in Stableyard, a full-stack stablecoin commerce layer built to make stablecoins move like money.

Last year, $33 trillion moved on-chain, surpassing PayPal and approaching Visa in volume. Yet stablecoins remain difficult to spend. The barrier is the fragmented experience across wallets, chains, and payment flows not designed for real-world use. Stableyard solves this with a single integration that handles acceptance, routing, settlement, and reconciliation end to end. Merchants and fintechs integrate once, accept stablecoins from any wallet on any chain, and settle in their currency of choice.

Movement first connected with Stableyard co-founders, Avinash and Mitesh nearly two years ago. What distinguished them was the consistency of their values. They were not building for crypto adoption. They were building to make money work better for real people, and built that system without changing direction.

Beyond capital, Movement is backing Stableyard operationally by routing merchant introductions across its network, connecting Stableyard with its largest ecosystem applications, and integrating Stableyard's checkout as a stablecoin payment surface for Movement-native apps.

The Movement Network is designed to support a broad onchain finance ecosystem where financial products that once required a private banker or a US bank account are available to anyone with a phone. Stableyard's infrastructure advances that goal directly.

About Movement:
Movement is a Move-based, layer 1 blockchain network built to move money quickly, cheaply, and compliantly at global scale. Move is the programming language Meta developed for financial applications, designed from the ground up to secure financial assets and purpose-built for moving real money across borders. Movement's M1 network powers a growing ecosystem of neobanks, fintechs, and payment providers across high-demand corridors in East Africa, West Africa, Central America, and Southeast Asia. For more information, visit MovementNetwork.xyz and follow @Movement_xyz on X.

The Retail Marketeers and PDI Technologies Announce Recipients of the 2026 European Female Leaders in Convenience Awards

Fri, 08 May 2026 07:33:00 +0700

HAMBURG, Germany, May 07, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Retail Marketeers today announced the 2026 recipients of the European Female Leaders in Convenience Awards, an awards program presented by PDI Technologies for the second consecutive year. The awards honor six exceptional women whose leadership, innovation, and strategic vision are shaping the future of European convenience retail and mobility.

Building on the inaugural program in 2025, the European Female Leaders in Convenience Awards continue to spotlight accomplished leaders and strengthen visibility for women in senior roles who are navigating the rapidly evolving industry landscape defined by energy transition, digital transformation, and changing consumer expectations.

The recipients were selected by a Nomination Committee and Judging Panel chaired by Christian Warning, Owner and Managing Director of The Retail Marketeers, and Dawn Desai, EVP & GM, International at PDI Technologies.

"Women have long played a critical role in advancing our industry, and these awards are about ensuring that their leadership and impact are fully recognized," said Warning. "Building on the inaugural awards in 2025, this year's group demonstrates both the depth and diversity of women leaders across Europe. Their experience, vision, and commitment are invaluable as the convenience and mobility sectors continue to evolve and inspire the next generation of leaders."

The 2026 European Female Leaders in Convenience Awards recipients are:

Agnieszka Bobrukiewicz, member of the ORLEN Unipetrol Group's Board of Directors, responsible for retail in the Czech Republic, Hungary, Slovakia, and Austria, and Executive Director for the ORLEN Group's non-fuel segment
Alicia Cruzado Lopez, Senior Manager, Franchise Development and New Business, Repsol
Louise Eckford, Head of Transformation, Property & Programmes for Channels & Hospitality, Marks and Spencer
Judy Glover, Head of European Merchandising, Circle K Europe
Zsuzsa Hordai, Head of Strategic Projects, SPAR International
Anna Wallenberg, CEO, Reitan Convenience Sweden

Together, the 2026 honorees represent a diverse cross‑section of Europe's leading convenience and mobility organizations, each making a measurable impact across markets, formats, and customer experiences at a time of significant industry transformation.

"Our industry is stronger and more resilient because of the individuals who lead it," said Desai. "These honorees demonstrate what modern leadership looks like as they combine strategic insight, operational excellence, and a deep commitment to their teams and customers. We are proud to support a program that recognizes and elevates women who are playing a part in shaping the future of convenience and mobility retail across Europe."

To learn more about all the 2026 European Female Leaders in Convenience Awards recipients and their achievements across Europe's diverse markets, visit The Retail Marketeers website. As part of UNITI expo 2026 in Stuttgart, Germany, attendees are invited to stop by the PDI Technologies stand (Hall 5, Stand 5B21) on Wednesday, 20 May 2026, for an informal reception with refreshments and beverages. The gathering provides an opportunity to learn more about the European Female Leaders in Convenience Awards program, gain insight into PDI solutions for the European market, and connect informally with the PDI team, customers, and industry peers attending the expo.

Later this year on 11 November 2026, The Retail Marketeers and PDI will celebrate the 2026 European Female Leaders in Convenience Awards winners together with other senior industry leaders. The awards ceremony will take place during The Retail Marketeers Convenience Leaders Convention in Hamburg, Germany?the annual gathering for international leaders across the European fuel retail and convenience landscape. Learn more about the Convenience Leaders Convention.

About The Retail Marketeers European Female Leaders in Convenience Awards Ceremony
As an integrated component of The Retail Marketeers Convenience Leaders Convention, there will be a ceremony on 11 November 2026 celebrating the 2026 European Female Leaders in Convenience Awards winners. The Convenience Leaders Convention is the annual highlight for decision-makers in global convenience retail. The unique English-speaking industry event will be held in the heart of Hamburg, Germany, from 11-12 November 2026, and will bring together the leading minds from across the entire value chain for the 10th time. The two-day summit of the petrol station industry will also feature the NACS Convenience Leaders Exchange for the D-A-CH region. https://theretailmarketeers.events/

About PDI Technologies
PDI Technologies, Inc. resides at the intersection of productivity and profitable growth, delivering solutions that serve as the backbone of the convenience retail and petroleum wholesale ecosystem. With operations across the Americas, EMEA, and APAC, PDI helps more than 200,000 customers in over 60 countries by "Connecting Convenience" globally. Now with PDIQ, PDI is bringing embedded AI into the workflows customers already trust and helping operators work smarter, move faster, and make better decisions. From large-scale ERP and logistics to loyalty, payments, and cybersecurity, PDI delivers the intelligence needed to compete and win in a rapidly changing world. Visit the PDI Technologies website.

Fortinet Reports Strong First Quarter 2026 Financial Results

Fri, 08 May 2026 07:33:00 +0700

SUNNYVALE, Calif., May 06, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Fortinet? (Nasdaq: FTNT), a global cybersecurity leader driving the convergence of networking and security, today announced financial results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2026.

"We are very pleased with our excellent first quarter results, exceeding the high end of our guidance through strong execution and broad-based demand across our portfolio and geographies," said Ken Xie, Founder, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Fortinet. "Billings grew 31% year over year, driven by the continued convergence of networking and security, an approach Fortinet has led for 26 years, and by an increasingly complex threat environment that is being intensified by AI. As network security evolves towards the SASE Firewall, innovations such as our new FortiOS 8.0 and FortiASIC technology continue to differentiate our platform and support ongoing market share gains, while our direct operations, manufacturing model and strong execution turn supply chain challenges into opportunities to gain market share."

Recent Business Highlights

Introduced FortiOS 8.0, the latest release of the operating system that powers the Fortinet Security Fabric. FortiOS 8.0 delivers powerful new AI-driven security, next-generation SASE, and quantum-safe capabilities to help organizations simplify their security architectures while delivering consistent protection and performance across the entire digital infrastructure.
Announced new additions to the FortiGate G Series portfolio, with the FortiGate 3500G and FortiGate 400G designed to deliver high‑performance security that helps organizations secure and scale modern enterprise networks while keeping pace with growing encrypted traffic.
Fortinet is collaborating closely with multiple leading AI companies, including Anthropic as part of "Project Glasswing", OpenAI and others.
Recognized as a Gartner Peer Insights? Customers' Choice for SD-WAN, marking the seventh consecutive year customers have validated Fortinet Secure SD-WAN based on real-world experience and outcomes.

Guidance

For the second quarter of 2026, Fortinet currently expects:

Revenue in the range of $1.830 billion to $1.930 billion
Billings in the range of $2.090 billion to $2.190 billion
Non-GAAP gross margin in the range of 79.5% to 80.5%
Non-GAAP operating margin in the range of 33.0% to 35.0%
Diluted non-GAAP net income per share in the range of $0.72 to $0.76, assuming a non-GAAP effective tax rate of 18%. This assumes a diluted share count of 736 million to 740 million.

For the fiscal year 2026, Fortinet currently expects:

Revenue in the range of $7.710 billion to $7.870 billion
Service revenue in the range of $5.090 billion to $5.150 billion
Billings in the range of $8.800 billion to $9.100 billion
Non-GAAP gross margin in the range of 79.0% to 81.0%
Non-GAAP operating margin in the range of 33.0% to 36.0%
Diluted non-GAAP net income per share in the range of $3.10 to $3.16, assuming a non-GAAP effective tax rate of 18%. This assumes a diluted share count of 743 million to 749 million.

These statements are forward looking and actual results may differ materially. Refer to the Forward-Looking Statements section below for information on the factors that could cause our actual results to differ materially from these forward-looking statements.

Our guidance with respect to non-GAAP financial measures excludes stock-based compensation, amortization of acquired intangible assets, gain on intellectual property matters and a tax adjustment required for an effective tax rate on a non-GAAP basis, which differs from the GAAP effective tax rate. We have not reconciled our guidance with respect to non-GAAP financial measures to the corresponding GAAP measures because certain items that impact these measures are uncertain or out of our control or cannot be reasonably predicted. Accordingly, a reconciliation of these non-GAAP financial measures to the corresponding GAAP measures is not available without unreasonable effort.

Conference Call Details

Fortinet will host a conference call today at 1:30 p.m. Pacific Time (4:30 p.m. Eastern Time) to discuss the earnings results. A live webcast of the conference call and supplemental slides will be accessible from the Investor Relations page of Fortinet's website at https://investor.fortinet.com and a replay will be archived and accessible at https://investor.fortinet.com/events-and-presentations.

Second Quarter 2026 Conference Participation Schedule:

J.P. Morgan Global Technology, Media and Communications Conference
May 19, 2026

Bank of America Global Technology Conference
June 2, 2026

Members of Fortinet's management team are expected to present at these conferences and discuss the latest company strategies and initiatives. Fortinet's conference presentations are expected to be available via webcast on the company's website. To access the most updated information, pre-register and listen to the webcast of each event, please visit the Investor Presentation & Events page of Fortinet's website at https://investor.fortinet.com/events-and-presentations. The schedule is subject to change.

About Fortinet (www.fortinet.com)

Fortinet (Nasdaq: FTNT) is a driving force in the evolution of cybersecurity and the convergence of networking and security. Our mission is to secure people, devices and data everywhere, and today we deliver cybersecurity everywhere our customers need it with the largest integrated portfolio of over 50 enterprise-grade products. Well over half a million customers trust Fortinet's solutions, which are among the most deployed, most patented and most validated in the industry. The Fortinet Training Institute, one of the largest and broadest training programs in the industry, is dedicated to making cybersecurity training and new career opportunities available to everyone. Collaboration with esteemed organizations from both the public and private sectors, including Computer Emergency Response Teams ("CERTs"), government entities, and academia, is a fundamental aspect of Fortinet's commitment to enhance cyber resilience globally. FortiGuard Labs, Fortinet's elite threat intelligence and research organization, develops and utilizes leading-edge machine learning and AI technologies to provide customers with timely and consistently top-rated protection and actionable threat intelligence. Learn more at https://www.fortinet.com, the Fortinet Blog or FortiGuard Labs.

Forward-Looking Statements

This press release contains forward-looking statements that involve risks and uncertainties. These forward-looking statements include statements regarding any indications related to future growth and market share gains, our strategy going forward, and guidance and expectations around future financial results, including guidance and expectations for the second quarter and full year 2026, and any statements regarding our market opportunity and market size, and business momentum. Although we attempt to be accurate in making forward-looking statements, it is possible that future circumstances might differ from the assumptions on which such statements are based such that actual results are materially different from our forward-looking statements in this release. Important factors that could cause results to differ materially from the statements herein include the following: general economic risks, including those caused by economic challenges, a possible economic downturn or recession and the effects of inflation or stagflation, changing interest rates or reduced information technology spending; supply chain challenges; negative impacts from global conflicts and their related macroeconomic effects; competitiveness in the security market; the dynamic nature of the security market and its products and services; specific economic risks worldwide and in different geographies, and among different customer segments; uncertainty regarding demand and increased business and renewals from existing customers; sales execution risks, including risks in connection with the timing and completion of large strategic deals; uncertainties around continued success in sales growth and market share gains; uncertainties in market opportunities and the market size; actual or perceived vulnerabilities in our supply chain, products or services, and any actual or perceived breach of our network or our customers' networks; longer sales cycles, particularly for larger enterprise, service providers, government and other large organization customers; the effectiveness of our salesforce and failure to convert sales pipeline into final sales; risks associated with successful implementation of multiple integrated software products and other product functionality risks; risks associated with integrating acquisitions and changes in circumstances and plans associated therewith, including, among other risks, changes in plans related to product and services integrations, product and services plans and sales strategies; sales and marketing execution risks; execution risks around new product development and introductions and innovation; litigation and disputes and the potential cost, distraction and damage to sales and reputation caused thereby or by other factors; cybersecurity threats, breaches and other disruptions; market acceptance of new products and services; the ability to attract and retain personnel; changes in strategy; risks associated with management of growth; lengthy sales and implementation cycles, particularly in larger organizations; technological changes that make our products and services less competitive, including advances in artificial intelligence; risks associated with the adoption of, and demand for, our products and services in general and by specific customer segments, including those caused by competition and pricing pressure; excess product inventory for any reason, including those caused by the effects of inflation and changing interest rates in certain geographies and the war in Ukraine, tensions between China and Taiwan or conflicts in the Middle East; risks associated with business disruption caused by natural disasters and health emergencies such as earthquakes, fires, power outages, typhoons, floods, health epidemics and viruses, and by manmade events such as civil unrest, labor disruption, international trade disputes, international conflicts such as the war in Ukraine, tensions between China and Taiwan or conflicts in the Middle East, terrorism, wars, and critical infrastructure attacks; tariffs, trade disputes and other trade barriers, and negative impact on sales based on geo-political dynamics and disputes and protectionist policies, including the impact of any future shutdowns of the U.S. government; and the other risk factors set forth from time to time in our most recent Annual Report on Form 10-K, our most recent Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q and our other filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission ("SEC"), copies of which are available free of charge at the SEC's website at www.sec.gov or upon request from our investor relations department. All forward-looking statements herein reflect our opinions only as of the date of this release, and we undertake no obligation, and expressly disclaim any obligation, to update forward-looking statements herein in light of new information or future events.

Use of Non-GAAP Financial Measures

We believe that the presentation of non-GAAP financial information provides important supplemental information to management and investors regarding financial and business trends relating to our financial condition and results of operations. For further information regarding why we believe that these non-GAAP measures provide useful information to investors, the specific manner in which management uses these measures, and some of the limitations associated with the use of these measures, please refer to the "Explanation of Non-GAAP Financial Measures" section of this press release.

Constellation Brands Announces Delivery of Notice of Redemption for 3.700% Senior Notes due 2026

Fri, 08 May 2026 07:32:00 +0700

ROCHESTER, N.Y., May 06, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Constellation Brands (NYSE: STZ), a leading beverage alcohol company, announced today that it has given notice for full redemption prior to maturity of all of its outstanding 3.700% Senior Notes due 2026 (CUSIP Number: 21036PAQ1) to be effected on May 18, 2026. As of May 6, 2026, there were $600.0 million in aggregate principal amount of the notes outstanding.

The redemption price for the notes, payable in cash, will be calculated pursuant to the formula set forth in the supplemental indenture relating to the notes.

This press release shall not constitute a notice of redemption of the notes. Information concerning the terms and conditions of the redemption of the notes is described in the notice distributed to holders of the notes by the trustee under the indenture and the applicable supplemental indenture governing the notes.

ABOUT CONSTELLATION BRANDS
Constellation Brands is an international producer and marketer of beer, wine, and spirits with operations in the U.S., Mexico, New Zealand, and Italy. Constellation's brand portfolio includes Modelo Especial, Corona Extra, Modelo Cheladas, Pacifico, Victoria, The Prisoner Wine Company, Robert Mondavi Winery, Kim Crawford, Schrader Cellars, Lingua Franca, Mi CAMPO Tequila, and High West Whiskey.

FORWARD-LOOKING STATEMENTS
This news release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of the "safe harbor" provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Statements which are not historical facts and relate to future plans, events, or performance, including statements regarding the redemption date and price, are forward-looking statements that are based upon management's current expectations and are subject to risks and uncertainties. The forward-looking statements should not be construed in any manner as a guarantee that such events or results will in fact occur or will occur on the timetable contemplated hereby. All forward-looking statements speak only as of the date of this news release and Constellation undertakes no obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events, or otherwise. Detailed information regarding risk factors with respect to the company and the offering are included in the company's filings with the SEC, including the prospectus and prospectus supplement for the offering.

CUHK Claims Top Positions in Hong Kong and Asia in the Latest QS World University Rankings by Subject

Fri, 08 May 2026 07:31:00 +0700

HONG KONG SAR - Media OutReach Newswire - 7 May 2026 - The Chinese University of Hong Kong (CUHK) has achieved outstanding results in the QS World University Rankings by Subject 2026, released on 25 March, further cementing its position as a global leader in research and academic excellence. Ten CUHK subjects have secured the top position in Hong Kong, and 21 subjects rank among the top 50 worldwide. These outstanding results reflect CUHK's sustained commitment to research impact and the calibre of its scholars, whose work continues to advance the collective understanding of the world's most pressing challenges.

CUHK's Academic Excellence and Global Research Impact

Ranked among the world's top 50 universities, CUHK ascended to 32nd place globally in the QS World University Rankings 2026, marking a four-place rise that reinforces its role as a hub for rigorous inquiry, and a dynamic environment where students are empowered to pursue meaningful research and knowledge exchange. This trajectory is supported by 17 CUHK researchers recognised on the Highly Cited Researchers 2025 list by Clarivate Analytics, and 431 academics listed among the world's top 2% scientists by Stanford University. Among them, 47 scholars were ranked within the global top 100 in their respective fields. Notably, three scholars, including Vice-Chancellor and President Professor Dennis Lo Yuk-ming, have earned positions within the global top 10, a distinction that highlights the remarkable depth and excellence of CUHK's research community.

CUHK's The Nethersole School of Nursing: Nurturing Research Innovation and Global Talent in Nursing

Among CUHK's strongest performers in this year's rankings, the Nethersole School of Nursing has been ranked #1 in Hong Kong and Asia, and #6 worldwide. Reflecting on the academic environment, Pham Nhat Vi DO, a Vietnamese PhD student in Nursing, shared: "My PhD journey at CUHK has transformed my research abilities, critical thinking, and leadership skills. Through CUHK's outstanding faculty support, I have accessed diverse academic resources and gained invaluable hands-on experience, building a strong foundation for my future career."

Vi's research focuses on colorectal cancer survivorship using cutting-edge technology. As the first Vietnamese researcher adopting this approach, her work reflects CUHK's strength in empowering students to break new ground.

CUHK's Geography and Resource Management: Advancing Student Research on Pressing Climate Challenges

CUHK's Department of Geography and Resource Management has also earned notable recognition in this year's ranking, placing #4 in Asia and #21 worldwide. Arati POUDEL, a Nepali PhD student, highlighted the University's research ecosystem as a key defining aspect of her experience. "CUHK exceeds expectations through outstanding research facilities, supportive faculty, and comprehensive professional development opportunities. The prestigious Belt and Road Scholarship has also enriched my research journey in this beautiful campus environment."

Supported by CUHK, Arati's research investigates how adaptation to climate extremes?particularly water scarcity and excess?are being addressed, and the pivotal role played by communities and civil society in leading these responses.

Through the QS World University Rankings by Subject 2026, CUHK continues to demonstrate the impact of its research and scholarship. These achievements underscore the University's growing influence on the global academic stage and its steadfast commitment to addressing complex global challenges through innovation, insight, and collaboration.

About CUHK
The Chinese University of Hong Kong (CUHK) is a leading higher education institution dedicated to nurturing and empowering students to become responsible and compassionate global citizens. With a rich heritage and a forward-looking vision, CUHK strives to blend tradition with innovation, fostering academic excellence, research breakthroughs, and meaningful societal impact.

The issuer is solely responsible for the content of this announcement.

Fluke Survey Finds Predictive Maintenance Adoption Doubles as Manufacturers Boost Digital Investment

Thu, 07 May 2026 21:15:00 +0700

Organizations are investing heavily in AI and new technology, but skills shortages--not funding--are now the biggest obstacle to digital maturity

Everett, Washington, May 07, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) - Fluke Corporation today released survey findings revealing a significant acceleration in digital maturity across manufacturing, propelled by a YoY increase in predictive maintenance adoption. Rising investment in Generative AI (36 percent) and Industrial AI (35 percent) underscores this transition, as organizations move beyond pilot programs toward production-scale impact.

The research, conducted by Censuswide, surveyed over 600 senior decision-makers and maintenance professionals in the U.S., the UK, and Germany. The findings show that within one-year, reactive maintenance remained flat at 36 percent. Proactive maintenance fell from 55 percent to 45 percent while predictive maintenance adoption doubled from 9 percent 18 percent, signalling a shift from traditional preventive models to data-driven execution.

The findings indicate this transition is being reinforced by increased capital allocation. Over the next 12 months, manufacturers are prioritizing technologies that deliver measurable operational impact quickly. The data shows a clear shift toward pragmatic investment: nearly eight in ten (72 percent) organizations now allocate 16-30% of their maintenance budgets to new technologies, with investment moving away from exploratory AI (44 percent in 2024) toward operational priorities including cybersecurity (37 percent), data management (36 percent), Generative AI (36 percent), and Industrial AI (35 percent).

However, the data shows a growing disconnect between technology adoption and workforce readiness. The results point to a deeper issue, with skills-related challenges accounting for approximately 78 percent of all reported obstacles, including lack of expertise (23 percent), knowledge shortages (18 percent), skilled labor gaps (19 percent), and broader workforce skills shortages (17 percent).

As manufacturers move from experimentation to execution, respondents show that expectations around Industry 5.0 are resetting accordingly. Confidence in near-term achievement has declined: the share expecting completion within six months fell from 33 percent to 22 percent, while 40 percent now anticipate a one- to four-year timeline.

Instead, the data suggests manufacturers are concentrating on what is achievable now. Nearly half of respondents (49 percent) plan to advance connected reliability initiatives within the next 12 months; signalling reliability as the practical bridge between near-term operational needs and longer-term Industry 5.0 ambitions.

Parker Burke, President of Fluke Corporation, said: "Manufacturers are continuing to invest in digital technologies, but progress depends on how effectively those technologies are applied. Our findings show that reliability and workforce skills are now the critical factors in converting technology spend into measurable operational improvement. We need a solution to the skills shortage to supplement technology investment for the best results."

Vineet Thuvara, Chief Product Officer, Fluke Corporation, added: "The progress is encouraging, but it's not enough yet. Predictive maintenance is no longer a future ambition: it is the baseline. Manufacturer's next challenge is scaling adoption and integrating it across the organization, ensuring these capabilities work in harmony across the organization, not in isolation."

The survey, conducted by Censuswide on behalf of Fluke, surveyed 600 respondents representing manufacturing firms across the Food & Beverage, Oil & Gas, Life Sciences, and Automotive industries operating in Germany, the UK, and the US.***

Huawei's Bangkok Launch Ignites All-Scenario Intelligence, Opening a New Chapter of Smart Life

Thu, 07 May 2026 20:48:00 +0700

BANGKOK, THAILAND - Media OutReach Newswire - 7 May 2026 - On May 7, 2026, Huawei held the "Now Is Your Spark" global product launch in Bangkok, Thailand, where they officially unveiled the HUAWEI MatePad Pro Max, HUAWEI WATCH FIT 5 Series, HUAWEI WATCH GT Runner 2 Racing Legend Edition, and other innovative products. With all-scenario technology, these devices serve as a genuine extension for global users to explore the world and express themselves.

An ultra-slim flagship tablet setting new benchmarks in mobile productivity

Huawei globally debuted the HUAWEI MatePad Pro Max at this launch. Combining refined design, a premium display, PC-level productivity, and a full suite of creative tools, the HUAWEI MatePad Pro Max provides flagship tablet performance in a remarkably thin and light form factor. At 499g and measuring a mere 4.7 mm thick, even the exclusive PaperMatte Edition weighs just 509g, HUAWEI MatePad Pro Max is the thinnest and lightest tablet among the 13-inch+ tablet.

Smart wearables refreshed for the next generation

Huawei has introduced a fresh lineup of smart wearables tailored for the young generation. The HUAWEI WATCH FIT 5 Series retains its iconic square design, now enhanced with a sleek, vibrant aesthetic. It guides users through engaging and accessible mini-workouts, encouraging a more active lifestyle. The series also supports a wide range of competitive sports, including cycling, golf, trail running, and tennis. With advanced tracking, analysis, and guidance features, it caters to diverse needs, from daily fitness routines to competitive sport.

Debuting at this event, the HUAWEI WATCH GT Runner 2 Racing Legend Edition is a professional running watch that embodies the look and feel of marathon racing. It features a new single running ability index (RAI) and a professional Training Camp Dashboard, giving runners deeper data insights to train smarter and race harder.

Huawei partnered with renowned jewelry designer Francesca Amfitheatrof to launch the HUAWEI WATCH ULTIMATE DESIGN Spring Edition. Inspired by the blooming beauty of spring, this design features 99 natural diamonds and diamond-cut sapphire glass, a wearable celebration of feminine strength and vitality.

Huawei has also unveiled new premium flagship kids watches: the HUAWEI WATCH KIDS X1 Series. Equipped with a front and rear high-definition camera setup, it features a 110? ultra-wide-angle front camera and a 1.82-inch AMOLED screen, offering a larger display and broader field of view. The device also includes a detachable and rotatable device body and AR fun feature, enabling kids to capture every precious moment of their explorations.

A new phone experience for the diverse needs of young users

Huawei officially launched the HUAWEI nova 15 Max, redefining the experience for a generation that plays hard and shoots sharp. Equipped with a 50 MP RYYB Ultra Vision Camera, it delivers true-to-life colors even in low light or backlit conditions. The 8,500 mAh Super Battery powers all-day use, eliminating battery anxiety. The Extra-Durable Body is drop-resistant, so everyday bumps are no longer a worry. Combined with a Vivid OLED Screen and Symmetrical Stereo Dual Speakers, an immersive audio-visual experience is always within reach. From photography to battery life, and from durability to audio-visuals, the HUAWEI nova 15 Max continuously empowers every passion.

From flagship tablets to smartwatches designed for children, Huawei's connected device ecosystem continues to expand its presence in the daily lives of users around the world. Huawei remains committed to technology that is not only useful, but genuinely enriching, technology that ignites inspiration. Huawei looks forward to continued collaboration with users around the world, helping people live and work better, wherever they are.

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Sino Land Recognised Among Top 1% in China Real Estate Development Sector for ESG Performance

Thu, 07 May 2026 20:37:00 +0700

Second Consecutive Year of Inclusion in the Dow Jones Best in Class World Index

HONG KONG SAR - Media OutReach Newswire - 7 May 2026 - Sino Group ('the Group') is pleased to announce that Sino Land Company Limited ('Sino Land') (Stock Code: 0083.HK) has been recognised as a 'Top 1% S&P Global Corporate Sustainability Assessment (CSA) Score (China)' company in the S&P Global Sustainability Yearbook 2026 (China Edition), and is the only company in the Real Estate Management & Development industry to receive this distinction. Sino Land has also been included as a constituent of the Dow Jones Best-in-Class (DJ BIC) World Index for the second consecutive year, underscoring international recognition of the Group's efforts and leadership in sustainability.

Sino Land has been recognised as a 'Top 1% S&P Global Corporate Sustainability Assessment Score (China)' company in the S&P Global Sustainability Yearbook 2026 (China Edition), and is the only company in the Real Estate Management & Development industry to receive this distinction.

The S&P Global Sustainability Yearbook 2026 (China Edition) acknowledges Chinese companies that demonstrate sustainability excellence in their respective industries. This year's assessment covers nearly 1,800 companies, of which around 190 were selected for inclusion in the Yearbook. Sino Land is the only company in the Real Estate Management & Development industry to be rated among the top 1%, building on its earlier recognition in the S&P Global Sustainability Yearbook 2026 as a 'Top 5% S&P Global CSA Score' company. The Dow Jones Best-in-Class World Index is also one of the market's leading sustainability indices. Based on long‑term economic, environmental and social criteria, the index comprises the top 10% of sustainability performers among the largest 2,500 companies in the S&P Global Broad Market Index (BMI). These recognitions reflect the Group's ongoing efforts to integrate sustainability principles into its business strategy and daily operations, as well as its continued and measurable progress across key sustainability areas.

Mr Daryl Ng, Chairman of Sino Group and Chairman of the Group's ESG Steering Committee, said, 'We are grateful for this recognition under S&P Global's rigorous assessment framework, particularly as one of the top 1% companies in the Chinese mainland's Real Estate Management & Development industry. It encourages us to continue strengthening our sustainability efforts in line with international standards. We recognise that our progress has been made possible by the dedication of our colleagues and the support of our business partners and communities, enabling us to implement the Group's sustainability strategy. In response to the country's emphasis on accelerating the comprehensive green transformation of the economy and society, as highlighted in the 15th Five-Year Plan, we also hope to learn from it and explore how we can better align our business accordingly, promoting the integration of international experience with local practices and working together to build communities that are lower in carbon and more liveable. Looking ahead, we will continue to learn with humility and work collaboratively with our stakeholders to uphold our corporate culture and core values as we make steady progress on our sustainability journey.'

Beyond advancing a more sustainable environment through climate action, building planning and design, and innovative solutions, the Group also remains committed to a people‑centric approach by promoting sustainability through employee engagement. For the second consecutive year, Sino Group organised 'Sino Sustainability Month' in collaboration with close to 15 partners, including environmental social enterprises, green-technology start-ups, academic institutions and professional bodies, to organise visits, workshops and hands-on experiential activities for our employees. Such initiatives encourage colleagues and their families to embrace sustainable practices in the context of work and home life, while gradually extending awareness of sustainable living practices to families and business partners. This year, the programme extended from Hong Kong to Singapore and Sydney, attracting nearly 300 employees and delivering over 650 training hours through the 'Sino Sustainability Academy', bringing teams from the three locations together to support sustainability initiatives.***