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Chengdu Origen and Vanotech Announce KHN921 Investigational New Drug application clearance by the US FDA for the treatment of hypertrophic cardiomyopathy (HCM) associated with MYBPC3 mutations

Fri, 15 May 2026 10:29:00 +0700

Investigational New Drug application for KHN921 received "study may proceed" from the US FDA. KHN921 is a potential "first-in-class" cardiovascular AAV gene therapy being developed for the treatment of hypertrophic cardiomyopathy (HCM) associated with MYBPC3 mutations

CHENGDU, China and ROCKAWAY, N.J., May 13, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Chengdu Origen Biotechnology Co., Ltd. ("Chengdu Origen") and Vanotech Ltd. ("Vanotech") announced today that the US FDA granted "study may proceed" to the KHN921 IND application. KHN921 is being studied for the treatment of hypertrophic cardiomyopathy (HCM) associated with MYBPC3 mutations. The proposed multi-center, open-label, dose escalation and expansion Phase I/II study will assess the safety, tolerability and efficacy of a single intracoronary administration of KHN921 gene therapy in adults with symptomatic MYBPC3 mutation-associated HCM.

KHN921 is a recombinant replication-deficient adeno-associated virus vector of serotype AAV9 that encodes a gene encoding the MYBPC3 protein. In preclinical studies of HCM disease models, intracoronary infusion of KHN921 resulted in retention of the transgene product in cardiac tissues for prolonged periods and prevented the disease symptoms. These findings may indicate the potential of KHN921 to offer a single administration treatment for HCM patients with MYBPC3 mutation.

KHN921 is an AAV-based gene therapy designed to directly address the root genetic cause of HCM by delivering a functional copy of the MYBPC3 gene and restoring normal myosin-binding protein C expression in cardiomyocytes," said Avner Ingerman, M.D., Chief Medical Officer of Vanotech. "With the FDA's IND clearance, we are one step closer to bringing this potentially transformative therapy to patients who currently face limited long-term treatment options for this life-threatening disease."

About hypertrophic cardiomyopathy (HCM) associated with MYBPC3 mutations

Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy (HCM) is the most common monogenic cardiovascular disorder, affecting approximately 1 in 500 individuals worldwide. It is characterized by unexplained left ventricular hypertrophy, which can lead to heart failure, arrhythmias, and sudden cardiac death, particularly in young adults and athletes.

Mutations in the MYBPC3 gene, which encodes cardiac myosin-binding protein C (cMyBP-C)--a key regulator of sarcomere structure and cardiac contraction--are one of the most prevalent genetic causes of HCM. Pathogenic MYBPC3 mutations lead to impaired or truncated protein production, disrupting normal cardiac function and driving the pathological remodeling seen in HCM. Currently, no disease-modifying therapies targeting the underlying genetic cause of MYBPC3‑associated HCM have been approved, representing a significant unmet medical need.

About Chengdu Origen and Vanotech

Chengdu Origen is a clinical-stage gene therapy company focused on developing gene therapy for unmet medical needs and providing meaningful clinical benefits for patients suffering from genetic and chronic diseases and has comprehensive viral vector manufacturing capabilities and infrastructure.

Vanotech is operating as the sponsor-representative and is responsible for the clinical development program of KH921 in the United States. Vanotech is also currently conducting VAN-2201, a Phase 1, multi-center, open-label, dose-escalation study in subjects with neovascular AMD to evaluate safety, tolerability and efficacy of a single administration of KH631 (For more information, please visit https://www.clinicaltrials.gov/study/NCT 05657301) and VAN-2401, a Phase I, Open-label, Multicenter, Dose-escalation study to evaluate the safety and tolerability of a single administration of KH658 gene therapy in participants with neovascular AMD (For more information please visit https://www.clinicaltrials.gov/study/NCT 06825858).

TekniPlex Healthcare to Present Recyclable Blister Packaging Solutions at The Pharma Days 2026

Fri, 15 May 2026 10:11:00 +0700

The presentation will examine PPWR minimization-driven blister innovations, including recyclable and recycled pharmaceutical grades. Company will also showcase its advanced barrier materials and expanded multidose vial capabilities

Wayne, PA, May 13, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- TekniPlex Healthcare, which utilizes advanced materials science expertise to help deliver better patient outcomes, will exhibit and present at The Pharma Days 2026, taking place May 27-28 at Palexpo in Geneva, Switzerland. At Stand C1 in Hall 3, the company will feature its latest sustainability-driven innovations for primary pharmaceutical packaging, advanced barrier materials, and expanded injection blow molding capacity for multidose vial applications.

On May 28 at 10:20 a.m. in the TPSD Room, Robin Van Landeghem, Head of Strategic Innovation & Market Development at TekniPlex Healthcare, will deliver a presentation titled "Advancing Recyclable Polymer Solutions for Pharmaceutical Blister Packaging Under the PPWR Framework." The session will cover next-generation recyclable polymer structures, with a focus on patented polyester and polypropylene technologies. It will also address how the EU Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR) is reshaping requirements for pharmaceutical packaging.

Although primary pharmaceutical packaging is exempt from PPWR's recyclability and minimum recycled-content rules when product quality is at stake, it remains subject to the regulation's mandatory minimization obligation, meaning that material and weight reduction principles still apply.

"PPWR is accelerating a fundamental shift in how the pharmaceutical industry approaches primary packaging," said Van Landeghem. "Recyclability and material reduction are no longer aspirational. They are converging into the baseline expectation for blister formats. TekniPlex Healthcare's role is to give pharmaceutical companies the technical confidence and regulatory clarity to adopt next-generation polymer solutions without compromising on product protection or manufacturability."

Recyclable blister solutions across the moisture barrier spectrum

For applications requiring mid- to high-moisture barrier properties, TekniPlex Healthcare's Tekniflex COC thermoformable blister films, paired with barrier PP lidding films, are recyclable within the PP #5 waste stream. For drugs that require little to no moisture barrier, the company's thermoformable polyester films and push-through polyester lidding films are recyclable within the PETE #1 waste stream. In partnership with Alpek Polyester, TekniPlex Healthcare has also introduced a pharma-grade blister film containing 30% post-consumer recycled (PCR) content using a mass balance approach, designed for applications with minimal barrier requirements.

Advanced barrier laminates and coated film solutions

TekniPlex Healthcare will also feature its portfolio of advanced barrier solutions, including Aclar laminates and PFAS-free SBC PVDC-coated PVC structures, engineered to deliver strong protection against moisture and oxygen for drugs with demanding stability profiles.

Expanded injection blow molding capacity for multidose vial packaging

At its facility in Modena, Italy, TekniPlex Healthcare has added substantial injection blow molding capacity for multidose vial packaging, supporting a wide range of pharmaceutical liquid applications, including the growing ophthalmic segment. Standard bottles range from 5-30 ml, including a 10 ml squeezable container designed specifically for Aptar Pharma's Ophthalmic Squeeze Dispenser (OSD) technology platform, that serves preservative-free multidose formulations in eye-care.

To learn more about TekniPlex Healthcare's latest materials science innovations, visit Stand C1 in Hall 3 at The Pharma Days 2026 or visit www.tekni-plex.com/healthcare. ***

Green Building Initiative Mengumumkan Pengunduran Diri CEO Vicki Worden

Fri, 15 May 2026 10:00:00 +0700

Vicki Worden, CAE, memimpin GBI mencapai pertumbuhan yang signifikan selama 11 tahun masa jabatannya; Yang Terhormat Stephen T. Ayers, FAIA, diangkat sebagai CEO Sementara GBI

PORTLAND, Oregon, May 13, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Green Building Initiative (GBI) mengumumkan rencana pengunduran diri Chief Executive Officer (CEO)-nya, Vicki Worden. Worden akan meninggalkan GBI untuk mengemban jabatan baru sebagai CEO setelah memimpin organisasi tersebut sejak tahun 2015. GBI adalah organisasi nirlaba internasional dan pengembang standar terakreditasi ANSI yang beroperasi secara virtual dengan 30 staf.

"Kepemimpinan Vicki Worden ditandai oleh komitmen yang tak tergoyahkan dalam memperluas dampak misi GBI," ujar Sumayyah Theron, Ketua Dewan Direksi GBI serta CEO dan Pendiri Avant-garde Sustainable Solutions. "Di bawah kepemimpinan Vicki, GBI berkembang dari organisasi yang berfokus pada pasar Amerika Serikat menjadi organisasi dengan kehadiran yang benar-benar global, yang kini melayani anggota di lebih dari 20 negara. Visi dan dedikasinya telah mendorong standar bangunan hijau GBI diterapkan pada lebih dari satu miliar kaki persegi ruang komersial dan hunian multikeluarga bersertifikasi di seluruh dunia. Hal tersebut juga memperkuat posisi GBI sebagai lembaga sertifikasi terdepan di sektor hunian multikeluarga, fasilitas kesehatan, pusat data, dan berbagai sektor lainnya. Kami sangat berterima kasih atas seluruh kontribusi yang telah diberikan Vicki pada organisasi ini dan mendoakan kesuksesan terbaik baginya dalam melanjutkan kepemimpinan yang berbasis misi."

Misi GBI adalah meningkatkan dampak lingkungan binaan terhadap iklim dan masyarakat. Komunitasnya yang terdiri dari 15.000 anggota disatukan oleh satu visi yaitu untuk mewujudkan bangunan yang berkelanjutan, sehat, dan tangguh bagi semua kalangan.

Sebelum memimpin GBI, pengalaman Worden mencakup CEO sementara serta berbagai jabatan eksekutif senior di komunitas asosiasi di Washington, D.C. Selain itu, beliau juga menjalankan perusahaan konsultasi manajemen strategis miliknya sendiri yang berbasis di Maryland dan Maine selama lebih dari sepuluh tahun. Beliau telah menjadi tokoh penting dalam bidang keberlanjutan dan lingkungan binaan selama lebih dari 30 tahun.

"Saya sangat berterima kasih atas kemitraan yang terjalin dengan anggota Dewan GBI selama sebelas tahun terakhir serta atas komitmen bersama kami terhadap pertumbuhan yang bermakna," ujar Worden. "GBI dikenal dengan budaya pelayanan, kolaborasi, transparansi, dan kerja tim yang kuat. Budaya tersebut kami bangun secara sadar untuk mendukung visi dan misi organisasi. Saya merasa terhormat dapat bekerja sama dengan para anggota, asesor, klien, dan staf GBI yang sangat berdedikasi. Saya tahu bahwa saya meninggalkan GBI di tangan yang tepat. Organisasi ini akan terus maju serta memperluas dampak positifnya dalam evolusi berikutnya."

Worden dijadwalkan meninggalkan jabatannya pada akhir Juni 2026, dan sebuah perusahaan konsultan akan ditunjuk untuk memimpin proses pencarian penggantinya.

Untuk masa transisi, Dewan GBI telah mengangkat Yang Terhormat Stephen T. Ayers, FAIA, sebagai CEO Sementara GBI. Ayers merupakan pemimpin yang diakui secara nasional di bidang arsitektur, pelayanan publik, dan transformasi organisasi, dengan karier yang menonjol di sektor pemerintahan, nirlaba, dan swasta. Beliau baru-baru ini menduduki sejumlah posisi pimpinan eksekutif sementara, termasuk sebagai CEO Sementara National Institute of Building Sciences (dua kali, pada 2022 dan 2024) serta CEO Sementara American Institute of Architects pada 2025. Dalam berbagai peran tersebut, beliau menghadirkan kepemimpinan yang stabil selama masa transisi penting dan membantu setiap organisasi memperkuat posisinya menuju kesuksesan jangka panjang. Tn. Ayers sebelumnya menjabat sebagai Architect of the Capitol ke-11 setelah ditunjuk oleh Barack Obama dan memperoleh persetujuan bulat dari Senat Amerika Serikat.***

Noted Vaccine Researchers Ugur Sahin and Ozlem Tureci Awarded Sabin Vaccine Institute's Albert B. Sabin Gold Medal; Genomic Scientist Senjuti Saha of Bangladesh Receives Rising Star Award

Fri, 15 May 2026 08:53:00 +0700

WASHINGTON, May 13, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The 2026 Sabin Awards were presented yesterday at the National Academy of Sciences building in Washington, D.C., with Professor Ugur Sahin, MD, and Professor Ozlem T?reci, MD, receiving the Sabin Vaccine Institute's Albert B. Sabin Gold Medal for their role in turning the tide of the COVID-19 pandemic and their efforts to support access to novel medicines globally. Dr. Senjuti Saha of Bangladesh was awarded the 2026 Rising Star Award for using genomics to inform the rollout of the world's largest typhoid vaccine program, protecting millions of children.

"Together, Professors Sahin and T?reci have helped reshape the future of vaccines, demonstrating how scientific entrepreneurship can translate cutting-edge research into global public health impact," said Sabin Chief Executive Officer Amy Finan. "The Sabin Gold Medal recognizes their extraordinary contribution for accelerating lifesaving vaccines and their commitment to vaccine access and equity."

Professors Sahin and T?reci, who are both business and life partners, were awarded the Sabin Gold Medal for their steadfast dedication to supporting medicine access through innovative technologies they have been pioneering for decades. At the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, they leveraged the technology they had been researching and developing for decades originally for oncology applications and pivoted their company's focus to develop a COVID-19 vaccine in record time that helped protect billions of lives.

Driven by the mission to improve the health of people worldwide, Sahin and T?reci continue to advance the development of vaccine candidates against diseases of major relevance to millions of people worldwide, including tuberculosis, HIV, and malaria. Their dedication extends beyond developing medical innovations as they work along the entire R&D chain to make a difference for communities. Together with their team and partners, they are leading efforts to contribute to build a sustainable and resilient vaccine ecosystem in Africa, for Africa.

"We are deeply honored to receive the 2026 Sabin Gold Medal. Albert Sabin's conviction that scientific breakthroughs only truly matter when they reach the people has been a lasting source of inspiration for us. We firmly believe that innovative medicines must be accessible to those who need them most," said Professors Sahin and Tureci. "This award is a testament to a collaborative effort, recognizing the dedication of our teams and partners around the world who walk this journey with us and share a deep sense of commitment to improving health."

Sabin's Rising Star Award encourages and recognizes the next generation of vaccine and immunization leaders. Rising Star Awardee Dr. Senjuti Saha generates critical evidence for major national immunization initiatives, including Bangladesh's 2025 typhoid conjugate vaccine campaign that has already reached more than 40 million children. As Deputy Executive Director of the Child Health Research Foundation (CHRF), she helped build one of the country's leading genomic laboratories. The lab has sequenced thousands of pathogen genomes to improve outbreak detection and inform vaccine development for diseases such as Klebsiella and RSV. Her work also emphasizes developing local scientific leadership and mentoring the next generation of researchers.

"This award is incredibly meaningful to me because it reflects years of work by an extraordinary community in Bangladesh and shows that great science can grow anywhere people are determined to solve problems together," said Dr. Saha.

"Dr. Senjuti Saha exemplifies the next generation of scientific leadership," said Finan. "She understands that her work doesn't stop in the laboratory or with a published paper. To improve and protect community health, she uses data and evidence to advocate for strong vaccine policy."

The Albert B. Sabin Gold Medal and Rising Star Award, awarded since 1994 and 2020 respectively, celebrate Dr. Sabin's legacy of ensuring vaccine access for all. They honor individuals who have made extraordinary contributions to immunization and global health. These awards commemorate the legacy of the late Dr. Albert B. Sabin, who discovered the oral polio vaccine and dedicated his life to ensuring everyone in the world had access to vaccines.

Watch the 2026 Sabin Awards ceremony recording.***

Acronis Introduces Cyber Frame, Addressing Service Provider Demand for Profitable, Reliable, and Protected IaaS

Fri, 15 May 2026 08:34:00 +0700

New AI-powered, protected by default infrastructure platform gives partners greater control, stronger margins, and faster time to market

SCHAFFHAUSEN, Switzerland, May 13, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Acronis, a global leader in cyber protection, today announced the launch of Acronis Cyber Frame, a new hyperconverged infrastructure (HCI) and infrastructure-as-a-service (IaaS) platform purpose-built for service providers.

Designed specifically for managed service providers (MSPs), cloud service providers (CSPs), hosting providers, and telcos, Acronis Cyber Frame enables partners to deliver, protect, manage, and automate build, deliver, and monetize infrastructure services on their own terms by combining virtual machines, networking, and storage with Acronis' natively integrated cyber protection, management, and automation. This approach helps improve business outcomes with more predictable pricing, stronger resale margins, and a better fit for regional, sovereign, and legacy virtualization replacement opportunities.

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At a time of disruption in legacy virtualization, increasing hyperscaler cost pressures, and rising demand for regional and sovereign cloud solutions, Acronis Cyber Frame gives service providers a new path to regain control of their infrastructure strategy and margins.

"Service providers are rethinking their infrastructure strategies in response to major market shifts and need infrastructure that fits their business," said Gaidar Magdanurov, President at Acronis. "Acronis Cyber Frame brings infrastructure, protection, and management together in a single, natively integrated platform, helping partners simplify complexity and achieve stronger margins from their infrastructure services."

Deliver IaaS on Your Terms

Acronis Cyber Frame offers a flexible deployment model that allows partners to choose how they build and scale their infrastructure business:

* Acronis Cyber Frame Cloud: A fully hosted option that enables rapid time to market with no upfront infrastructure investment

* Acronis Cyber Frame Local: A partner-hosted deployment model providing full control over infrastructure, economics, performance, and data location

This flexibility allows service providers to launch quickly, expand strategically, and adapt to customer requirements around data sovereignty and compliance.

Protected by Default

Unlike traditional infrastructure platforms that require separate tools for protection and management, Acronis Cyber Frame is protected by default. Every workload deployed on Cyber Frame includes built-in backup and disaster recovery, security and threat protection, and remote monitoring and management (RMM). By integrating these capabilities natively, Cyber Frame reduces operational complexity, eliminates tool sprawl, and enables partners to deliver secure infrastructure services from day one.

Purpose-Built for Service Provider Success
Acronis Cyber Frame is designed from the ground up for service providers, with capabilities tailored to their business models. This includes native multitenancy and tenant isolation, customer self-service and white-label delivery, seamless integration with Acronis Cyber Protect Cloud, and operational tooling aligned with service provider workflows. This purpose-built approach allows partners to package differentiated services, streamline operations, and deliver a more consistent and efficient customer experience.

"Acronis Cyber Frame represents a major step forward in secure, resilient infrastructure. By combining virtual machines, networking, storage, cyber protection, disaster recovery, and RMM into a single AI-powered platform, it gives clients enterprise-grade cyber resilience with far less complexity," said Scott Harrison, Cybersecurity Solution Specialist at Grey Matter. "Instead of stitching together multiple tools, organizations can operate from one natively integrated platform designed for security, efficiency, and scalability from day one. For our clients, this is more than infrastructure modernization, it's a smarter, more cost-effective operational model built for the future."

Open Foundation, Stronger Business Outcomes

Built on optimized OpenStack and KVM technologies and developed in collaboration with Virtuozzo, Acronis Cyber Frame avoids proprietary hypervisor lock-in while delivering a modern, scalable infrastructure foundation. With more predictable pricing and improved cost control, Cyber Frame enables service providers to pursue legacy virtualization replacement opportunities, repatriate workloads from hyperscalers, deliver regional and sovereign cloud services, and increase resale margins and long-term profitability.

Acronis Cyber Frame is now generally available globally.

To learn more, visit the announcement blog here: https://www.acronis.com/en/blog/posts/acronis-cyber-frame-is-now-generally-available-deliver-iaas-on-your-own-terms/

For more information about Acronis Cyber Frame, visit: https://www.acronis.com/en/products/cloud/cyber-protect/cyber-frame/

Banks Are Moving to a Dual Workforce Model, nCino's Inaugural AI in Banking Benchmark Shows

Fri, 15 May 2026 08:24:00 +0700

Nearly 9 in 10 senior banking executives say AI Agents are the future, but only 1 in 5 are currently tying it to revenue

Barriers remain to turn AI momentum into measurable ROI

CHARLOTTE, N.C., May 13, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- nCino, Inc. (NASDAQ: NCNO), the platform for agentic AI banking, today released its inaugural "nCino AI in Banking Benchmark," which revealed that the majority of bankers (89%) see a future defined by a dual workforce of AI agents and humans within five years.

While institutions have made meaningful progress in adopting AI and defining strategy, many are still working to translate that activity into business outcomes, marking a pivotal shift from exploring various use cases to utilizing as a strategic growth enabler at scale. In fact, the report found that only 21% of respondents indicate that they are currently tying their AI investments to increased revenue.

This survey was launched at nSight 2026, nCino's 14th annual industry event being held May 12-14 in Charlotte, North Carolina. It was fielded between late March and early April 2026 among 150 U.S. banking senior technology and business decision-makers.

"As AI adoption accelerates, this report reveals that banking leaders are rethinking how work gets done, increasingly moving to a dual workforce of AI agents and humans," said Sean Desmond, Chief Executive Officer at nCino. "The next phase is turning that motion into real momentum, ensuring AI investments deliver measurable business outcomes. That requires treating AI not just as a technology initiative, but as a transformation of how institutions operate, compete and serve their customers."

AI Has Moved to the Core of the Banking Enterprise

AI is now firmly embedded in banking operations, with the majority of institutions utilizing it at an enterprise level (84%). What began as experimentation has evolved into everyday integration, with the report showing 91% of respondents say it enables their time to be spent on higher value or customer-facing work.

This shift is being accelerated by agentic AI, which is already reshaping roles across the organization and laying the foundation for a dual workforce model. According to the report, 84% of bankers say it has already significantly changed how most banking roles operate and 89% expect to be working alongside AI agents within the next five years.

AI Adoption Is Outpacing Accountability

The report reveals that while most banks (91%) have defined AI strategies, many are still early in linking those investments to KPIs. A majority (81%) of executives prioritize adoption over return on investment, with relatively few tying AI initiatives to cost reduction (26%) or revenue growth (21%). As a result, many organizations remain in motion--without yet achieving the momentum needed to drive sustained business impact.

Confidence in Data is High--But There are Cracks Beneath It

One of the primary barriers to translating AI momentum into business impact is data. The survey shows that the majority (87%) of banking executives feel confident about their ability to access good, quality data--good news for AI adoption. Yet nearly all (93%) cite at least one data governance challenge, including:

* Data siloed across systems (52%)

* Compromised data integrity (41%)

* Inconsistent or incomplete data (37%)

* Poor data quality (34%)

Against this backdrop, the report found that 94% of executives say a fully integrated, end-to-end AI solution could deliver more value to their organization.

"ConnectOne has consistently operated among the top-performing institutions for efficiency, and we take pride in working with partners like nCino that help us continue to enhance that efficiency as we scale," said Frank Sorrentino, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of ConnectOne Bank. "As the pace of technological change accelerates, the institutions best positioned to lead will be those that rethink how they operate, apply modern solutions with purpose, and work with partners who can help translate innovation into meaningful outcomes for clients, teams, and shareholders."

To download the full report, visit the nCino website.

Methodology

The nCino AI in Banking Benchmark was fielded between late March and early April 2026 among 150 U.S. banking senior technology and business decision-makers. Respondents' roles included CEOs, CIOs, CTOs, Managing Directors, and VPs, and were employed across credit unions, community banks, regional and super-regional banks, and global financial institutions. All participants have direct influence over or responsibility for technology strategy and investment decisions. The survey was designed to assess how financial institutions are adopting and operationalizing AI, where strategic alignment and execution challenges persist, and how banks are measuring business impact and return on investment from AI initiatives.***

Zymeworks Announces Participation in Upcoming Investor Conferences

Thu, 14 May 2026 15:35:00 +0700

VANCOUVER, British Columbia, May 13, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Zymeworks Inc. (Nasdaq: ZYME), a biotechnology company managing a portfolio of licensed healthcare assets while developing a diverse pipeline of novel, multifunctional biotherapeutics, today announced that management will participate in the following upcoming investor conferences:

2026 Stifel Virtual Targeted Oncology Forum: Zymeworks' management will participate in one-on-one meetings and a fireside chat on May 20 at 9:00 am Eastern Time (ET) virtually.

TD Cowen 7th Annual Oncology Innovation Summit: Zymeworks' management will participate in a fireside chat on May 27 at 4:30 pm ET virtually.

2026 Jefferies Global Healthcare Conference: Zymeworks' management will participate in one-on-one meetings and a fireside chat on June 3 at 8:45 am ET in New York, NY.

About Zymeworks Inc.

Zymeworks is a global biotechnology company managing a portfolio of licensed healthcare assets and developing a diverse pipeline of novel, multifunctional biotherapeutics to improve the standard of care for difficult-to-treat diseases, including cancer, inflammation, and autoimmune disease. Zymeworks' asset and royalty aggregation strategy focuses on optimizing positive future cash flows from an emerging portfolio of licensed products such as Ziihera? (zanidatamab-hrii) and other licensed products and product candidates, such as pasritamig. In addition, Zymeworks is also building a portfolio of healthcare assets that can generate strong cash flows, while supporting the development of innovative medicines. Zymeworks engineered and developed Ziihera, a HER2-targeted bispecific antibody using Zymeworks' proprietary Azymetric? technology and has entered into separate agreements with BeOne Medicines Ltd. (formerly BeiGene, Ltd.) and Jazz Pharmaceuticals Ireland Limited granting each exclusive rights to develop and commercialize zanidatamab in different territories. Zymeworks is rapidly advancing a robust pipeline of product candidates, leveraging its expertise in both antibody drug conjugates and multispecific antibody therapeutics targeting novel pathways in areas of significant unmet medical need. Zymeworks' complementary therapeutic platforms and fully integrated drug development engine provide the flexibility and compatibility to precisely engineer and develop highly differentiated antibody-based therapeutics. These capabilities have been further leveraged through strategic partnerships with global biopharmaceutical companies. For information about Zymeworks, visit www.zymeworks.com and follow @ZymeworksInc on X.

Contacts:

Investor Inquiries:

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Vice President, Investor Relations

(604) 678-1388

ir@zymeworks.com  

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Diana Papove

Vice President, Corporate Communications

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Quest Software Extends Data and AI Leadership with Quest Data Modeler and Quest Data Intelligence, Enhancing its Trusted Data Management Platform

Thu, 14 May 2026 15:30:00 +0700

New capabilities deliver cloud-native modeling, AI-powered policy management, and an expanded library of QuestAI assistants, giving modern data teams a single, governed foundation for analytics and AI initiatives - from data structure to data access

AUSTIN, Texas, May 13, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Quest Software, a global leader in data management, cybersecurity and platform modernization, today announced two major releases to the Quest Trusted Data Management Platform, the industry's only unified, end-to-end SaaS platform for trusted, AI-ready data. Building on the Automated Data Product Factory, the transformative new capability introduced earlier this year, the platform's new AI-powered capabilities deliver innovative technology for modern data teams with the release of Quest Data Modeler, a cloud-native data modeling tool, and Quest Data Intelligence, which expands the library of AI assistants spanning governance, lineage, compliance, data products, data quality, and natural-language access to governed data. To learn more, visit: quest.com/data-management-platform.

Most organizations stitch together separate data modeling tools, governance suites, and AI assistants, leaving them with multiple naming definitions, broken audit trails, and AI assistants running on ungoverned data. Quest Data Modeler and Quest Data Intelligence, working jointly within the Quest Trusted Data Management Platform, eliminates that fragmentation, giving customers a trusted, reliable experience with a shared understanding of their data. Data modeling establishes the logical definition and naming standards, and data governance keeps those standards consistent across the platform creating consistent business terms wherever data is consumed. QuestAI assistants speak the same language to every user. The result is one platform, one audit trail, and one shared understanding of data from how it is structured to how it is consumed.

"Trusted data is the backbone of any modern AI strategy, and our continued innovation is helping organizations turn AI ambition into real business value - with lower risk, higher accuracy, and the trusted data that makes faster AI deployment possible," said Michael Laudon, Chief Product and Technology Officer, Quest Software. "At the pace we're all moving in the AI era, trust can't be tacked on after the fact - it has to be baked in from the start, or AI initiatives stall. That's why we designed the Quest Trusted Data Management Platform with multiple entry points, each aligned to different stages of enterprise data and AI maturity, so we can meet our customers where they are. Some organizations are just beginning to address data visibility and quality; others are operationalizing governance and lineage to meet regulatory and risk requirements; and the most advanced are managing data as a product making it continuously trusted, reusable, and scalable for AI, analytics, and automation. By adding AI-powered data modeling and data intelligence, we are providing organizations with a first-of-its-kind solution that spans the entire data lifecycle, and helps them achieve trusted, AI-ready data faster ? no matter where they are in their journey."

"The bottom line is, there is no trusted AI without trusted data, and there is no trusted data without sound data modeling. That is where it all begins," said Rocky Creel, Executive Director, JP Morgan Chase. "Fragmented data landscapes, inconsistent definitions, and manual processes slow everything down and erode confidence in what we deliver downstream. Quest Software's data modeling solutions give us the rigor and consistency we need at the foundation through well-defined structures, shared semantics, and governed designs that every downstream capability can build from. When your models are right, governance, lineage, and AI readiness follow. That's why Quest's continued innovation in data modeling is so critical in helping to build a scalable, trusted, AI-ready data ecosystem."

Across every industry and organization, data teams are dealing with fragmented, untrusted data that limits their AI readiness, accelerating regulatory compliance, and disparate tools and definitions that erode trust in data product outputs. Existing solutions have provided support for one of these problems, whereas the Quest Trusted Data Management Platform addresses all three within a single offering, and is built for how modern data teams work. With Quest Data Modeler and Quest Data Intelligence, the Trusted Data Management Platform now governs the two layers that matter most in the modern data stack - how data is modeled, and how data is governed. No other solution covers both in a single offering.

Quest Data Modeler is purpose-built for modern data stacks and to eliminate the trade-off between legacy tools that lack modern collaboration, and lightweight SaaS-enabled tools that lack governance. Drawing on Quest's leadership in data modeling, it combines AI-powered data modeling with enterprise-level governance in a single offering, delivering real-time collaboration, governed business definitions, and standard naming across hybrid and cloud environments including Microsoft Fabric, Databricks, Snowflake, and others. Quest Data Modeler capabilities include:

AI-Assisted Modeling, a natural-language interface that generates and refines models, suggests consistent naming conventions, and accelerates delivery through proposal-and-review workflows. Modeling cycles now drop from weeks to hours without sacrificing the audit trails that organizations require.

Real-Time Collaborative Modeling allows data architects, analytics engineers, business analysts, and data stewards to work in a single live workspace, with comments and discussions handled directly in the modeling workspace to eliminate siloed work.

Enterprise Model Repository delivers a centralized Mart repository with model locking, version history, multi-user conflict resolution and controlled change management, giving data teams the rigor required for large, multi-team programs and a governance infrastructure that other cloud-native modelers don't have.

Full-Stack Modeling includes conceptual, logical, and physical data modeling in one place with visibility across every layer, ensuring that "customer" and "revenue" mean the same thing across every team, dashboard and AI system.

erwin Heritage and Hybrid Coexistence giving the tens of thousands of organizations that rely on existing erwin investments now can migrate assets, maintain hybrid workflows, and move to the cloud at their own pace, giving them the ability to protect decades of modeling discipline without starting over ? a path no cloud-native competitor can match.

Quest Data Intelligence builds on Quest's history of unmatched and proven data intelligence and governance capabilities, infusing AI-driven innovations to directly help organizations deliver trusted, AI-ready data at the speed and scale modern AI demands while reducing regulatory risk. Quest Data Intelligence capabilities include:

AI-Powered Policy Manager delivers governance that keeps pace with regulation instead of chasing it. This feature generates policies directly from some of the most stringent regulatory frameworks ? including the EU AI Act, National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) AI Risk Management Framework and GDPR, with real-time policy enforcement at the point of data access, delivering a policy-as-code approach backed by continuous compliance monitoring and full audit trails.

Expanded QuestAI Assistant Library builds on the QuestAI Stewardship Assistant and helps organizations develop business glossaries up to 75 percent faster and onboards new data sources up to 10x faster. New assistants now span glossary and ownership, data lineage, compliance, data products and data quality.

Universal Semantic Assistant provides natural-language access to governed, trusted insights powered by Quest's semantic layer, closing the persistent gap between business questions and the technical data that answers them.

MDSap Tech, a Quest Platinum Partner and SAP Gold Partner within the Midis Group ecosystem, brings more than 30 years of experience helping organizations across Europe, the Middle East and Africa modernize data management, analytics, and digital transformation strategies. "Quest Software is taking a strong step forward with the latest evolution of data modeling, making it more collaborative, accessible, and efficient. The Quest Data Modeler has the potential to significantly broaden participation beyond traditional technical users, enabling business users to play a more active role in the modeling process, which is hugely important for all organizations," said ?mer Akg?l, Technology and Analytics Solutions Manager, MDSap Tech. "This new offering can bring organizations substantial benefits, including improved alignment between business and IT, faster iteration cycles, and more accurate representation of business needs. The integration of AI-powered capabilities stands out as a key enabler, helping to simplify complex modeling tasks and accelerate productivity."

Tecnet Dati has more than 30 years of experience as an IT consulting firm offering services across AI, advanced analytics, data governance and management, and more, and is a Quest Platinum+ Partner. "The user interface is much lighter, while still providing the substance and core functionality to someone that might not be as experienced with data modeling," said Renato Comes, Sales and Marketing Director, Tecnet Dati. "With integration with the Mart repository, this will allow implementation of a hybrid environment where downstream consumers who are less technical can build the models to meet their business needs, while modeling teams can refine them from a more in-depth standpoint. It builds a modelling ecosystem of collaboration, speed and scale."

About Quest Software

Quest Software creates technology and solutions that build the foundation for enterprise AI. Focused on data management and governance, cybersecurity, and platform modernization, Quest helps organizations address their most pressing challenges through trusted, AI-ready data, secure identities, and modernized platforms. Around the globe, more than 45,000 companies, including more than 90% of the Fortune 500, count on Quest Software. For more information, visit www.quest.com or follow Quest Software on LinkedIn, Facebook, and X (formerly Twitter).

Media contact:

Matt Hurst

Head of Corporate Communications

matt.hurst@quest.com

Huayan Robotics to Showcase Welding and Automation Solutions at METALTECH & AUTOMEX 2026

Thu, 14 May 2026 15:26:00 +0700

KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia, May 13, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Huayan Robotics, a HKEX-listed specialist in intelligent collaborative robotics, is set to showcase its latest automation solutions at METALTECH & AUTOMEX 2026, taking place from May 20 to 23 at the Malaysia International Trade and Exhibition Centre (MITEC), Kuala Lumpur. At Booth L2-7320, Hall 7, the company will present a portfolio of flexible, efficient, and intelligent robotic systems. The participation reflects the company's strong commitment to the Malaysian and broader Southeast Asian market.

Huayan Robotics at metaltech & automex 2026

At this leading event, Huayan Robotics will highlight solutions for welding applications and high-frequency industrial scenarios, including:

Collaborative Welding Robot Lineup

Visitors are expected to learn two collaborative welding robot models:

Ultra-long 1.8 m reach cobot, designed for large and complex workpieces;

Lightweight model equipped with a magnetic base for flexible deployment across multiple stations.

They feature force-controlled drag-to-teach, automatic seam tracking, and adaptive path correction, collectively reducing programming effort while improving welding precision and consistency. Tailored for industries such as shipbuilding, structural steel fabrication, and metal fabrication, etc., these welding robots scale production with greater flexibility.

Integrated Automation Solutions

Headlining the showcase will be advanced automation solutions, including CNC loading and unloading robots, heavy-payload palletizing robots, and 2.5D vision inspection robots.

In CNC applications, Huayan Robotics delivers high speed, precision, and stable operation, supported by long-term partnerships with leading global machine tool manufacturers. Its palletizing solution offers up to 60 kg payload, 2.2 m reach, and 8?13 cycles per minute, built for high-throughput industries such as food & beverage, daily chemicals, and logistics. The AI-enhanced 2.5D vision system brings smarter, more cost-effective quality control into the production line, improving both accuracy and efficiency in inspection.

Visit Booth L2-7320 at MITEC to explore the full range of collaborative robotics and connect with the team about intelligent manufacturing opportunities across Southeast Asia.

About Huayan Robotics

Huayan Robotics specializes in collaborative robot solutions for welding, palletizing, assembly, screwdriving, spraying, and more, serving manufacturers in over 50 countries and regions to enhance efficiency, flexibility, and operational performance.

Backed by over 20 years of expertise and following its listing, Huayan Robotics is accelerating its global expansion. With Southeast Asia identified as a key strategic growth market, Huayan Robotics continues to innovate practical solutions, driven by its mission: Robotics for Humanity.

Media Contact

Website: https://www.huayan-robotics.net/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/huayanrobotics

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@Huayanrobotics

Email: marketing.oversea@huayan-robotics.com

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Holafly and TeleSemana.com launch the Holafly Global eSIM Index 2026, the first comprehensive benchmark measuring eSIM readiness across 50 markets

Thu, 14 May 2026 15:21:00 +0700

Holafly and TeleSemana.com launch the Holafly Global eSIM Index 2026

Holafly and TeleSemana.com launch the Holafly Global eSIM Index 2026, the first comprehensive benchmark of eSIM readiness across 50 markets

DUBLIN, May 13, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Holafly, the global leader in travel eSIMs, today announced the launch of the Holafly Global eSIM Index 2026-a first-of-its-kind study that evaluates the commercial readiness of eSIM technology across 50 markets and 168 mobile network operators worldwide.

Developed in collaboration with TeleSemana.com, one of Latin America's leading telecommunications industry publications, the Index offers a structured, data-driven view of how eSIM is deployed, experienced, and constrained across regions. It brings together operator-level data, country-level variables, qualitative assessment, and a regulatory penalty mechanism into a single 0-100 scoring framework.

The findings clearly demonstrate a decisive shift in the industry: eSIM is no longer a technology in development, but a globally deployed capability. What differentiates markets today is not technical readiness, but the structural conditions that enable or limit adoption, including device availability, regulatory frameworks, and the quality of the user experience.

The United States ranks first globally with a score of 90.2, followed by Estonia and the United Kingdom, while markets such as Sudan, India, and Liberia reflect the structural barriers that continue to limit adoption. Notably, the Index identifies regulatory intervention as a decisive factor, with specific markets applying restrictions that materially impact the scalability of eSIM services.

The central conclusion is that eSIM adoption is no longer constrained by technology, but by market design. Where regulation enables digital activation, devices are widely available, and operators deliver seamless experiences, adoption scales rapidly. Where these conditions are not aligned, growth remains structurally limited.

"eSIM has already moved beyond being an emerging technology. What will shape the next phase of adoption is how effectively markets enable seamless digital access for users. The countries leading this transition are not necessarily those with the largest telecom infrastructure, but those creating frictionless experiences that match the expectations of today's global travelers," said Chris Hills, VP of Carriers & Operations at Holafly.

From a methodology standpoint, the Index evaluates five core dimensions: market readiness, activation and support, adoption and competition, regulatory environment, and expert assessment. A dedicated penalty mechanism captures the impact of markets that restrict access to international eSIM providers, ensuring that the Index reflects not only operator capability but also real user accessibility.

As travelers demand more flexible, borderless, and immediate ways to stay online, travel eSIM providers are becoming a key driver of change across the industry. By removing many of the traditional barriers associated with physical SIM cards and complex activation processes, eSIM solutions are redefining how people access mobile services abroad and accelerating the transition toward a more seamless global travel experience.

The Holafly Global eSIM Index 2026 sets a new reference framework for operators, regulators, and industry stakeholders, delivering a consistent benchmark that clarifies where adoption is already tangible, where it remains constrained, and where future growth is most likely to surface.

The full report is available at: https://www.telesemana.com/holafly-global-esim-index-2026/

Media contact: press@holafly.com

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DutyFreeAlibaba.com and AlibabaDutyFree.com Announce Global Vendor, Wholesale & Investor Enrollment Ahead of Fall 2026 Launch

Thu, 14 May 2026 15:15:00 +0700

Bringing the Alibaba-Style Marketplace Concept to the Global Duty-Free World

MIAMI, May 13, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- DutyFreeAlibaba.com and AlibabaDutyFree.com, two next-generation digital marketplace platforms under development, today announced the opening of early enrollment for vendors, suppliers, wholesalers, importers, distributors, premium brands, strategic partners, and investors ahead of their anticipated Fall 2026 B2C launch.

In addition to the upcoming B2C marketplace, DutyFreeAlibaba.com and AlibabaDutyFree.com are already accepting wholesale inquiries and wholesale orders from serious qualified buyers, importers, distributors, wholesalers, and strategic commercial partners worldwide.

The platforms are being designed to bring the power of global wholesale, cross-border sourcing, and duty-free-style value into one digital marketplace - accessible from anywhere, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

No airport required. No border required. No travel required.

A New Marketplace Model for the Duty-Free World

For decades, duty-free shopping has been limited to airports, cruise terminals, border shops, and international travel locations. At the same time, global wholesale commerce has expanded rapidly through large-scale online sourcing platforms.

DutyFreeAlibaba.com and AlibabaDutyFree.com aim to combine these two powerful ideas: global marketplace access and duty-free-style value.

The platforms are being built to serve consumers, wholesalers, importers, exporters, distributors, retailers, and international suppliers looking for a new digital channel dedicated to duty-free food, beverages, spirits, confectionery, soft drinks, premium products, and global brands.

Duty-Free Meets Global Wholesale

DutyFreeAlibaba.com and AlibabaDutyFree.com are being developed as marketplace destinations for categories including:

Spirits ? Beers ? Wines ? Champagne ? Gourmet Foods ? Soft Drinks ? Energy Drinks ? Chocolates ? Confectionery ? Perfumes ? Beauty ? Cosmetics ? Watches ? Jewelry ? Fashion ? Leather Goods ? Sunglasses ? Electronics ? Travel Essentials ? Gifts ? Premium International Brands

The platforms are intended to support both B2B sales, which are already available for qualified wholesale buyers and commercial partners, and future B2C operations, expected to begin in Fall 2026.

Built for Vendors, Importers, Wholesalers & Global Suppliers

The company is actively inviting:

Food manufacturers

Beverage companies

Spirits brands

Wine and champagne suppliers

Beer suppliers

Soft drink companies

Energy drink brands

Water and juice companies

Coffee and tea suppliers

Chocolate and confectionery brands

Gourmet food suppliers

Premium snack brands

Perfume and fragrance brands

Beauty and cosmetics companies

Watch and jewelry brands

Fashion and leather goods suppliers

Travel retail product suppliers

Importers and exporters

Wholesalers and distributors

Authorized suppliers and brand representatives

Strategic logistics partners

Payment and technology partners

Serious qualified wholesale buyers from around the world

Premium international brands

Investors and commercial partners

Early participants may benefit from preferred category placement, first-mover visibility, wholesale buyer access, launch campaign exposure, and long-term positioning in a new duty-free-style global marketplace.

Launch Timeline

DutyFreeAlibaba.com and AlibabaDutyFree.com are currently under development and are already accepting wholesale orders and wholesale inquiries from serious qualified buyers, importers, distributors, wholesalers, and commercial partners worldwide.

The company anticipates beginning live B2C operations in Fall 2026, while vendor, supplier, wholesale, importer, distributor, and investor enrollment is now open. B2B sales are already available for qualified wholesale buyers and commercial partners.

Statement from Management

"DutyFreeAlibaba.com and AlibabaDutyFree.com were created from a simple vision: bringing the global marketplace power of Alibaba-style commerce into the duty-free world. We believe the future of duty-free is digital, global, wholesale-friendly, and accessible from home. Our goal is to connect brands, suppliers, importers, distributors, wholesalers, and buyers worldwide through a new online duty-free-style marketplace."

Get Involved

Vendors & Brands

Showcase your products on a future global duty-free marketplace.

Wholesalers & Importers

Access new sourcing, distribution, and international trade opportunities.

Investors

Participate in the early development of a potentially disruptive commerce platform.

Strategic Partners

Explore opportunities in logistics, sourcing, payment, technology, and international expansion.

Contact

DutyFreeAlibaba.com / AlibabaDutyFree.com

Website: www.dutyfreealibaba.com

Disclaimer

DutyFreeAlibaba.com and AlibabaDutyFree.com are independent platforms under development and are not affiliated, associated, authorized, endorsed by, or in any way officially connected with Alibaba Group Holding Limited, Alibaba.com, or any of their subsidiaries or affiliates.

The use of the term "Alibaba-style" refers only to a general marketplace concept and does not imply any partnership, sponsorship, approval, or commercial relationship with Alibaba Group.

Vendors inquiries: vendors@dutyfreezone.com

Investor relations: invest@dutyfreezone.com

Asia Pacific Governments Embrace Sovereign AI as a Strategic National Priority, but Scale Hinges on Trust, Skills, and Infrastructure Readiness

Thu, 14 May 2026 15:09:00 +0700

Story Highlights:

*New IDC research commissioned by Dell Technologies finds Sovereign AI has surged to the second-highest investment priority for Asia Pacific governments.

*Almost all (99%) government leaders in Asia Pacific believe agentic AI will accelerate AI adoption with the majority calling for strong governance frameworks to unlock its full potential at scale.

*Nine in 10 government organizations report critical skills shortages that could determine whether pilots become trusted national platforms.

SINGAPORE - Media OutReach Newswire - 13 May 2026 - New research commissioned by Dell Technologies (NYSE: DELL) and conducted by International Data Corporation (IDC), reveals that governments across Asia Pacific (APJ) are moving decisively from AI exploration toward structured activation of Sovereign AI.

The study, based on a survey of 360 government IT decision-makers across eight APJ markets, finds that Sovereign AI has risen from the seventh to the second-highest government investment priority in just one year. This signals a fundamental shift in how the region's public sector leaders view AI, seeing it as critical national digital infrastructure rather than a simple technology upgrade.

APJ governments are shifting from awareness to activation, but investment needs to catch up

The research reveals that Asia Pacific governments have moved well beyond conceptual discussion. Nearly half (46.1%) are actively evaluating Sovereign AI technologies, while more than a third (36.1%) are running initial proofs of concept.

This activation is underpinned by a clear strategic rationale. More than three-quarters (76.9%) of government leaders agree that investing in Sovereign AI enhances their agency's resilience against geopolitical risks and supply chain disruptions.

Despite this, only 3.1% are investing significantly so far. Meanwhile, only 1.7% of respondents say they have no plans to adopt Sovereign AI.

Across the region, governments are pursuing "selective sovereignty" to maintain strong control over sensitive data, critical systems, and regulated workloads, while continuing to leverage global technology ecosystems for innovation and scale. Hybrid sovereign models that combine on-premises infrastructure and sovereign cloud environments with broader ecosystem access are emerging as the preferred deployment approach.

Agentic AI poised to accelerate government AI adoption across Asia Pacific

Asia Pacific government leaders are signalling near-universal confidence in agentic AI as a catalyst for accelerating AI adoption in the public sector. The research reveals that 99% of leaders see agentic AI as an accelerator, with more than a third (36.9%) believing it will play a major role and a further 62.1% expressing strong confidence in its potential when paired with robust governance and oversight frameworks. Only 1.1% remain uncertain.

This positions Asia Pacific as bullish on agentic AI suggesting the region's governments are not hesitating on agentic AI, rather, they are actively preparing the governance foundations that will allow them to deploy it with confidence and at scale.

This confidence is driven in part by operational necessity. With nearly nine in 10 APJ government organizations reporting critical digital skills shortages, agentic AI is emerging as a practical workforce multiplier, capable of automating complex administrative and analytical tasks and enabling government teams to deliver more with the talent they have. In a region where technology is outpacing workforce capability faster than the global average, autonomous AI systems offer a path to close the gap between ambition and capacity.

In this context, Sovereign AI is increasingly functioning as the trust layer that unlocks the adoption of next-generation AI capabilities. By ensuring that agentic and generative AI systems operate within national policy, security, and auditability frameworks, governments can move faster precisely because the right controls are in place from the outset.

Skills shortages emerge as the region's most critical constraint

Despite strong strategic intent, APJ governments face acute workforce bottlenecks that risk constraining the transition from pilot to production. Nearly nine in 10 organizations report digital skills shortages, and more than half say these shortages are having a major impact on digital initiatives, significantly more so than the global average of 66.8%.

The hardest-to-hire roles map directly to Sovereign AI readiness: AI safety and alignment researchers (42.5%), data architecture, management, and analytics professionals (35%), sovereign data governance (30%), sovereign cloud architecture and operations specialists (25.3%), and AI policy and governance specialists (25%).

The research findings recommend a four-layer capability model in which governments retain direct ownership of policy, governance, and data stewardship roles while partnering with trusted ecosystem providers for frontier AI specialization and delivery at scale.

Mission-critical public services drive investment priorities

Governments expect Sovereign AI to deliver the greatest citizen benefit in high-consequence public domains. National security and cyber-resilience top the list at 45.6%, followed by justice and public safety (37.5%), financial and taxation (37.5%), public healthcare (34.4%), social services and welfare (32.2%), education (31.7%), and workforce development (31.1%).

Investment decisions are increasingly policy-led. More than half (53.3%) of government leaders cite alignment with national security and sovereign priorities as the top factor in technology investment decisions, followed by security capabilities and reliability of technology providers (52.5%). Four of the top six decision factors are directly linked to sovereignty considerations.

Perspectives:

"This research confirms what we're hearing from government leaders across Asia Pacific: the question is no longer whether Sovereign AI matters, but how to operationalize it at national scale," said Nicole Jefferson, Vice President, Global Government Affairs, Dell Technologies. "What stands out is the region's confidence in agentic AI as an accelerator and the understanding that strong governance is an enabler of progression, not a hinderance. The findings show a region that is serious, structured, and pragmatic about building AI capabilities it can trust. Governments want partners who understand that sovereign-ready infrastructure, skills transfer, and governance maturity are inseparable from the technology itself. At Dell Technologies, we're committed to helping public sector organizations build AI on their own terms - with the security, resilience, and openness that mission-critical national services demand."

"Agentic AI is moving quickly from concept to practical consideration for government and executive decision-makers," said Ravikant Sharma, Research Director, IDC. "The study shows strong momentum, with public sector leaders looking to autonomous systems to help close skills gaps, ease workforce pressure and accelerate AI adoption. However, that momentum is conditional. Governments will only move at scale if they have confidence in the security, privacy, sovereignty and infrastructure foundations underpinning these systems."

About the study

The findings are drawn from IDC's Asia Pacific Government Survey, conducted in December 2025 on behalf of Dell Technologies. The survey polled 360 government IT decision-makers supplemented by 13 in-depth interviews with senior government officials across eight markets: Australia, India, Indonesia, Japan, Malaysia, the Philippines, Singapore, and South Korea. Respondent organizations spanned national civilian government, defense, financial administration, public safety, healthcare, education, critical infrastructure, and other public sector functions. To view the full Asia Pacific research findings, click here: building-a-sovereign-ai-foundation-for-apj-governments.pdf

IDC InfoBrief, sponsored by Dell Technologies, Building a Sovereign AI Foundation for Asia/Pacific Governments, #AP24257IB, May 2026

About Dell Technologies

Dell Technologies (NYSE: DELL) helps organizations and individuals build their digital future and transform how they work, live and play. The company provides customers with the industry's broadest and most innovative technology and services portfolio for the AI era.

Copyright ? 2026 Dell Inc. or its subsidiaries. All Rights Reserved. Dell Technologies and Dell are trademarks of Dell Inc. or its subsidiaries. Other trademarks may be trademarks of their respective owners.

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

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Green Building Initiative Announces Departure of CEO Vicki Worden

Thu, 14 May 2026 15:06:00 +0700

Vicki Worden, CAE, led GBI to achieve tremendous growth during her 11-year tenure; The Honorable Stephen T. Ayers, FAIA, appointed as GBI Interim CEO

PORTLAND, Ore., May 12, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Green Building Initiative (GBI) is announcing the planned departure of its CEO, Vicki Worden. Worden is leaving to take a new CEO role after serving as GBI's chief executive since 2015. GBI is an international nonprofit organization and ANSI accredited standards developer that operates virtually with a 30-member staff.

"Vicki Worden's tenure has been defined by an unwavering commitment to expanding GBI's mission impact," stated Sumayyah Theron, Chair of GBI's Board of Directors and CEO and Founder of Avant-garde Sustainable Solutions. "Under Vicki's leadership, GBI evolved from a U.S.-focused organization into a truly global presence, now serving members in more than 20 countries. Her vision and dedication helped GBI's green building standards reach more than one billion square feet of certified commercial and multifamily space worldwide and positioned GBI as a leading certifier across multifamily housing, health care facilities, data centers, and beyond. We are deeply grateful for everything Vicki has brought to this organization and wish her great success as she continues to advance mission-driven leadership."

GBI's mission is to improve the built environment's impact on climate and society. Its community of 15,000 is united by a vision of sustainable, healthy, and resilient buildings for all.

Prior to her leadership at GBI, Worden's experience included interim CEO roles and senior executive roles in the Washington, D.C., association community as well as more than ten years running her own strategic management consulting firm based in Maryland and Maine. She has been a significant force in sustainability and built environment spaces for more than 30 years.

"I am deeply grateful for the partnership of GBI's Board members over my eleven years and for our joint commitment to meaningful growth," stated Worden. "GBI is known for its culture of service, collaboration, transparency, and teamwork, and it is a culture we built intentionally to support our vision and mission. It has been an honor to serve alongside GBI's highly passionate members, assessors, clients, and staff. I know I'm leaving GBI in great hands as it continues to advance and increase its positive impact in its next evolution."

Worden's departure is slated for late June 2026, and a consulting firm will be engaged to manage the search for Worden's permanent replacement.

For the transition period, GBI's Board has appointed The Honorable Stephen T. Ayers, FAIA, as GBI's Interim CEO. Ayers is a nationally recognized leader in architecture, public service, and organizational transformation, with a distinguished career spanning government, nonprofit, and private sector roles. He most recently has served in multiple interim chief executive roles, including Interim CEO of the National Institute of Building Sciences (twice, in 2022 and 2024) and Interim CEO of the American Institute of Architects in 2025, where he provided steady leadership during pivotal transition periods and helped position each organization for long-term success. Mr. Ayers previously served as the 11th Architect of the Capitol, appointed by Barack Obama and unanimously confirmed by the United States Senate.

About GBI

GBI, Inc. is an international nonprofit organization and American National Standards Institute (ANSI) Accredited Standards Developer whose mission is to improve the built environment's impact on climate and society. Founded in 2004, the organization is the global provider of the Green Globes, Journey to Net Zero, Guiding Principles Compliance, and Ascent Building Certification programs, and it is the parent company of GB Initiative Canada. GBI also issues professional credentials, including the Green Globes Professional (GGP) and Guiding Principles Compliance Professional (GPCP). To learn more about opportunities to become involved with GBI, contact info@thegbi.org or visit the GBI website at www.thegbi.org.

MEDIA CONTACT

Joe Kurle, Director of Marketing & Communications, GBI jkurle@thegbi.org

Persona AI Bekerja Sama dengan Under Armour untuk Mengkaji Berbagai Material Berkinerja Tinggi untuk Robotika Humanoid

Thu, 14 May 2026 15:02:00 +0700

HOUSTON, May 13, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Hari ini, Persona AI mengumumkan kerja sama riset dan pengembangan dengan Under Armour (NYSE: UAA) untuk mempelajari bagaimana material berkinerja tinggi akan mendukung robotika humanoid generasi berikutnya yang beroperasi di lingkungan yang menantang.

Robot yang diproduksi oleh Persona AI akan beroperasi dalam lingkungan yang berat dan berisiko tinggi seperti pengelasan, manufaktur berat, paparan panas ekstrem, dan penanganan material berbahaya. Automasi ini dirancang untuk mengurangi beban kerja fisik serta meningkatkan keselamatan para pekerja manusia. Melalui kerja sama ini, Persona AI berupaya membangun standar global untuk perlengkapan performa khusus robot, guna memastikan generasi humanoid berikutnya memiliki perlindungan, kelincahan, dan ketahanan optimal dalam mendukung pekerjaan manusia.

Seiring dengan berlanjutnya pengembangan dan pengujian sistem Persona AI untuk aplikasi industri, perusahaan ini sedang mengevaluasi bagaimana lapisan material eksternal dapat meningkatkan ketahanan, pengaturan suhu, dan kinerja humanoid secara keseluruhan dalam kondisi dunia nyata. Kerja sama ini memadukan keahlian robotika Persona AI dan pendekatan inovatif Under Armour untuk menciptakan material yang didesain untuk penggunaan berkinerja tinggi.

Kerja sama ini berfokus pada riset dan pengujian tahap awal guna mengkaji ketahanan serta respons berbagai jenis tekstil terhadap paparan panas, gesekan, gerakan berulang, dan kondisi operasional lainnya. "Kami memilih untuk bekerja bersama Under Armour karena rekam jejak inovasinya dalam pengembangan material berkinerja tinggi ini," ujar Nicolaus Radford, CEO Persona AI. "Seiring dengan pengembangan robot humanoid untuk lingkungan yang berat dan cenderung berbahaya, kerja sama ini membantu kami memahami bagaimana material canggih dapat meningkatkan keandalan jangka panjang, sehingga dapat menjadi dasar untuk merancang solusi yang lebih baik guna melindungi para pekerja di lapangan."

"Ini adalah peluang untuk menerapkan keahlian inovasi kami dalam konteks baru," ujar Kyle Blakely, Wakil Presiden Senior Bidang Inovasi, Studio Desain, Pengembangan, dan Pengujian di Under Armour. "Robotika menghadirkan tantangan desain baru yang menarik, dan kami bertekad untuk memainkan peran terdepan dalam mengembangkan solusi yang efektif untuk berbagai lingkungan tersebut. Seiring dengan semakin banyaknya humanoid yang digunakan untuk berbagai pekerjaan dengan tuntutan fisik tinggi, kami melihat potensi nyata dalam terciptanya peluang pasar baru. Kami juga tengah mengkaji berbagai konsep seperti pengelolaan termal, ketahanan terhadap abrasi, dan fleksibilitas dapat diterapkan di luar industri olahraga."

Tentang Persona AI, Inc.

Persona AI, Inc., perusahaan robotika pelopor yang berkantor pusat di Houston, Texas, merupakan yang terdepan dalam pengembangan robot humanoid cerdas yang dirancang khusus untuk berbagai aplikasi industri.

Persona AI memanfaatkan warisan keahlian yang kuat dengan mengandalkan pengalaman puluhan tahun dalam mengembangkan robotika canggih untuk lingkungan yang menantang, termasuk eksplorasi luar angkasa dan laut dalam. Latar belakang yang tak tertandingi ini memungkinkan perusahaan untuk mengatasi tantangan ketenagakerjaan di dunia nyata dengan solusi yang inovatif dan tangguh. Pelajari selengkapnya tentang Persona AI

persona.ai

Kontak Media Persona AI

Jared Bruder

Direktur Pemasaran

Persona AI

pr@persona.ai

713.305.6158

Jonathan Reichel

Arsitek Pemasaran Utama

Persona AI

reichel@persona.ai

(409) 549-3892

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Prospectus for Octave Intelligence plc published and registration statement effective

Wed, 13 May 2026 19:44:00 +0700

HUNTSVILLE, Ala., May 12, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- On April 24, 2026, the Annual General Meeting of Hexagon AB ("Hexagon") resolved to distribute all shares in its wholly-owned subsidiary Octave Intelligence plc ("Octave") to Hexagon's shareholders. Octave's Swedish depository receipts ("SDRs") will be listed on Nasdaq Stockholm and Octave's class B ordinary shares will be listed on the Nasdaq Stock Market in New York ("Nasdaq New York").

Octave has prepared a prospectus regarding the admission to trading on Nasdaq Stockholm of the company's SDRs that will each represent one (1) underlying class B ordinary share in Octave. The prospectus has been approved and registered by the Swedish Financial Supervisory Authority.

Octave has filed its Registration Statement on Form 10 and amendments thereto under the U.S. Securities Exchange Act of 1934 with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission regarding the listing of its class B ordinary shares on Nasdaq New York. The Registration Statement on Form 10 has become effective.

The prospectus and the registration statement are now available on the Hexagon and Octave websites, www.hexagon.com and www.octave.com.

The last day for trading in Series B shares in Hexagon including the right to receive Octave's shares or SDRs is May 20, 2026. The first day of trading in Series B shares in Hexagon excluding the right to receive Octave's shares or SDRs is May 21, 2026. The record date for the distribution is May 22, 2026.

The first day of trading in Octave's SDRs on Nasdaq Stockholm is expected to be May 25, 2026, and delivery of Octave's SDRs is expected to occur on May 26, 2026.

The first day of "when-issued" trading in Octave's class B ordinary shares on Nasdaq New York is expected to be May 21, 2026. The first day of regular-way trading in Octave's class B ordinary shares on Nasdaq New York is expected to be May 28, 2026.

Following the distribution, holders of SDRs may convert their SDRs into Octave class B ordinary shares. Information about such conversion is available on the Hexagon and Octave websites, www.hexagon.com and www.octave.com.

Expected timetable

May 20, 2026 Last day of trading in Series B shares in Hexagon including right to receive Octave's shares or SDRs in the distribution

May 21, 2026 First day of trading in Series B shares in Hexagon excluding right to receive Octave's shares or SDRs in the distribution

May 21, 2026 Expected first day of "when-issued" trading in Octave's class B ordinary shares on Nasdaq New York

May 22, 2026 Record date for the distribution

May 25, 2026 Expected first day of trading in Octave's SDRs on Nasdaq Stockholm

May 25, 2026 First day to request conversion of Octave's SDRs to Octave's class B ordinary Shares

May 28, 2026 Expected first day of regular-way trading in Octave's class B ordinary shares on Nasdaq New York

Advisors

Morgan Stanley, Rothschild & Co and Skandinaviska Enskilda Banken AB (publ) are lead financial advisors to Hexagon and Octave in relation to the distribution and listings of Octave. Sullivan & Cromwell LLP, Mannheimer Swartling Advokatbyr? AB and Arthur Cox LLP are legal counsel to Hexagon and Octave as to U.S., Swedish and Irish law, respectively, in relation to the distribution and listings of Octave.

FOR MORE INFORMATION, CONTACT:  

Elizabeth Chwalk, VP, Investor Relations, Octave +1 401 749 - 0278, elizabeth.chwalk@octave.com

About Octave:

Octave provides mission-critical software that empowers organizations to make informed decisions across every stage of the asset lifecycle - Design, Build, Operate and Protect - where performance, safety, and reliability are non-negotiable and failure is not an option.

Turning complex operational data into actionable intelligence, Octave connects expertise, real-world conditions and enterprise-scale insight to improve performance, resilience and incident response where it matters most.

Octave has approximately 7,200 employees in 45 countries. Learn more at octave.com and follow us on LinkedIn.

Important information:

This communication does not constitute an offer to exchange, sell or buy securities. There shall not be any sale of these securities in any jurisdiction in which such offer, solicitation or sale would be unlawful prior to registration or qualification under the securities laws of any such jurisdiction.

This communication contains forward-looking statements, including with respect to the distribution, timing of regular way trading and other matters. When used in this communication, words such as "anticipate", "believe", "estimate", "expect", "intend", "plan", "project" and "will" are intended to identify forward-looking statements. They may involve risks and uncertainties, including technological advances, product demand and market acceptance, regulatory approvals or other requirements, the effect of economic conditions, the impact of competitive products and pricing, foreign currency exchange rates and other risks. These forward-looking statements reflect the views of Octave's management as of the date made with respect to future events and are subject to risks and uncertainties. All of these forward-looking statements are based on estimates and assumptions made by Octave's management and are believed to be reasonable, though are inherently uncertain and difficult to predict. Actual results or experience could differ materially from the forward-looking statements. Octave disclaims any intention or obligation to update these forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements are not guarantees of future performance and the actual results of Octave's operations and the development of the markets and the industry in which Octave operates or other outcomes suggested by such forward-looking statements may differ materially from those described in, or suggested by, the forward-looking statements contained in this communication.

Introba Appoints Ziad Hanna President

Wed, 13 May 2026 18:34:00 +0700

With new leadership team in place, the firm is well positioned for strategic growth led by innovation and accountability

St. Louis, Mo., May 12, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

MEDIA CONTACT:

Lori Olin, Vice President, Communications

press@introba.com

Introba Appoints Ziad Hanna President

With new leadership team in place, the firm is well positioned for strategic growth led by innovation and accountability

ST. LOUIS, Mo. - May 12, 2026 - Introba, a global engineering and consulting firm, today announced that Ziad Hanna has been appointed president, bringing a seasoned industry leader to guide the firm's global strategy, strengthen performance and accelerate growth.

Hanna brings more than 35 years of multidisciplinary experience across the industry, with a track record of leading complex businesses, building strong teams and advancing growth, operations, performance and business development. In his new role, he will lead Introba's global business while working closely with regional leaders to sharpen the firm's strategic direction, deepen client relationships and pursue disciplined growth.

A key priority will be advancing Introba's strategy and performance in North America, a region with significant opportunity and impact for the business. Hanna also will focus on growth across Introba's global markets through enhanced client engagement, expanded market opportunities, operational discipline and potential strategic investments aligned with the firm's long-term direction.

"Ziad's appointment is an important moment for Introba," said Introba CEO Matthew Cummings. "He brings the experience and energy needed to lead this global business - translating our strategic priorities into actionable plans and accelerating growth."

Hanna will work with Introba's regional leadership team, including Karl Miller, senior vice president and regional director, U.S. and Canada; David Glossop, regional director, U.K. and Europe; and Paul Jacobsen, regional director, Australia. He will also collaborate with leaders from Sidara's other global infrastructure brands, including TYLin and Landrum & Brown.

"Introba has an extraordinary foundation of talented people with deep technical expertise and a purpose-driven approach to solving complex challenges for clients," Hanna said. "I'm honored to be selected for this role and to lead a world-class team of problem solvers as we combine cutting-edge digital solutions with emerging innovations and industry-leading sustainability strategies to transform the built environment."

The appointment follows the launch of Introba's new brand platform and comes at a pivotal time for the firm as it moves forward with renewed focus on strategy, growth, operational performance and market leadership.

Prior to joining Introba, Hanna successfully set and implemented strategic growth for the building division of a global engineering and professional services business. He became a key player in engineering for data centers, healthcare facilities, and industrial infrastructure, while growing an award-winning team.

Hanna is a member of the Ordre des ing?nieurs du Qu?bec (OIQ); Association Qu?b?coise pour la Ma?trise de l'?nergie (AQME); American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE); and the Canadian Society for Civil Engineering (CSCE).

He earned a bachelor's degree in civil engineering from the Washington University in St. Louis, a bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering from the American University of Beirut, a master's degree in civil engineering from McGill University, and a master's degree in building engineering from Concordia University.

About Introba: Introba is a global engineering and consulting firm with specialists in the U.S., Canada, UK, Europe, and Australia. It partners with clients to improve the performance, reliability, and sustainability of the built environment through mechanical, electrical, technology, security, and fire systems engineering, supported by digital advisory, systems integration, and sustainability consulting services.

Guided by curiosity, ingenuity, and accountability, Introba serves public and private organizations across healthcare, aviation, education, science and technology, transportation, and commercial development to deliver solutions that meet today's needs and adapt to tomorrow's demands.

Introba was formed in 2022, through the merging of Integral Group - pioneers of deep green engineering - and Ross & Baruzzini - a leading technology, security, and engineering firm founded in 1953.

Contact Info

Lori Olin

press@introba.com

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MagtiCom Memilih Mavenir untuk Peluncuran Teknologi Small Cell Generasi Berikutnya di Seluruh Georgia

Wed, 13 May 2026 18:30:00 +0700

Mavenir Dipilih sebagai Mitra Strategis Small Cell Setelah Uji Coba yang Berhasil

RICHARDSON, Texas, May 12, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Mavenir, perusahaan perangkat lunak berbasis cloud yang membangun jaringan seluler dengan konsep yang mengintegrasikan AI sejak tahap perancangan, hari ini mengumumkan bahwa perusahaannya telah dipilih sebagai mitra strategis teknologi small cell oleh MagtiCom, penyedia telekomunikasi terbesar di Georgia, untuk proyek penerapan small cell secara nasional. Mavenir akan memasok seluruh rangkaian teknologi small cell 4G dan 5G miliknya, yang mencakup solusi perangkat keras, perangkat lunak, manajemen, dan orkestrasi.

MagtiCom menetapkan Mavenir sebagai mitra teknologi small cell pilihannya setelah berhasil menyelesaikan uji coba pada awal tahun ini. Penerapan di tingkat nasional diperkirakan akan dimulai pada Q2 2026, diawali dengan pengujian beta bagi pelanggan prioritas di segmen residensial, kantor kecil, dan perusahaan sebelum peluncuran penuh pada akhir tahun ini.

MagtiCom menyediakan berbagai layanan telekomunikasi yang komprehensif, termasuk layanan telepon seluler, internet fiber optik, IPTV, dan VoIP bagi lebih dari 3 juta pelanggan, serta terus mempertahankan posisinya sebagai pemimpin pasar. Perusahaan ini menghadirkan konektivitas berkinerja tinggi dan menempati peringkat ke-6 dunia untuk kecepatan internet seluler 5G dalam uji konektivitas Ookla.?

Vasil Melikidze, Chief Technology Officer untuk MagtiCom, mengatakan: "Sebagai operator telekomunikasi terbesar di negara ini, MagtiCom dikenal dengan konektivitas kelas dunia. Internet seluler yang andal dan berkualitas tinggi kini menjadi bagian tak terpisahkan dalam kehidupan sehari-hari. Oleh karena itu, kami berkomitmen menghadirkan pengalaman terbaik bagi pelanggan kami di tempat mereka tinggal, bekerja, dan bepergian. Kemitraan dengan Mavenir sebagai penyedia teknologi tepercaya untuk peluncuran small cell kami semakin memperkuat misi tersebut-memungkinkan kami memperluas kapasitas jaringan secara optimal, meningkatkan jangkauan di dalam ruangan, serta mendukung meningkatnya permintaan akan layanan data seluler berkecepatan tinggi. Kolaborasi strategis ini akan meningkatkan pengalaman digital bagi pelanggan kami dan memperkuat peran MagtiCom dalam mendorong babak baru inovasi seluler di Georgia."

Sachin Karkala, Executive Vice President & General Manager IMS & RAN untuk Mavenir, mengatakan: "Peluncuran small cell secara nasional untuk MagtiCom ini benar-benar menegaskan kemampuan Mavenir dalam mentransformasi pengalaman pengguna seluler dalam skala besar. Mulai dari penerapan di segmen residensial hingga perusahaan dan wilayah pedesaan, solusi small cell kami menghadirkan kapasitas, jangkauan, dan efisiensi energi yang dibutuhkan operator dalam faktor bentuk berikut yang mudah diimplementasikan?mudah diterapkan, sepenuhnya otomatis, sangat skalabel, dan adaptif. Kami bangga dapat bermitra dengan MagtiCom untuk mendukung agenda inovasinya, serta membantu memperluas konektivitas seluler berkinerja tinggi dan pengalaman digital yang unggul bagi pelanggan di seluruh Georgia."

Portofolio small cell Mavenir terdiri dari solusi yang berbasis cloud sepenuhnya yang menghadirkan jangkauan 4G dan 5G di lingkungan dalam ruangan (indoor), di luar ruangan (outdoor), perusahaan, wilayah pedesaan, dan jaringan privat. Rangkaian small cell Mavenir yang dapat ditingkatkan melalui perangkat lunak dirancang untuk meningkatkan kapasitas dan jangkauan jaringan sekaligus mendukung berbagai skenario penggunaan tingkat lanjut di sektor Industri 4.0, layanan kesehatan, ritel, penerbangan, maritim, dan komunikasi petugas tanggap darurat.

1. Berdasarkan data dari dua kuartal pertama pada tahun 2025, jaringan seluler Magti menempati peringkat ke-6 dunia dari segi kecepatan internet - 1 Tahun bersama Magti 5G: Peluang Baru, Pengalaman Digital, dan Pengakuan Internasional.

Tentang Mavenir

Mavenir menghadirkan jaringan cerdas, otomatis, dan dapat diprogram melalui pengembangan solusi perangkat lunak yang mengutamakan telekomunikasi, berbasis cloud, dan mengintegrasikan AI sejak tahap perancangan untuk operator seluler. Keahlian mendalam perusahaan ini di bidang telekomunikasi telah terbukti melalui implementasi bersama dengan lebih dari 300 operator secara global di lebih dari 120 negara, yang secara bersama-sama melayani lebih dari 50% pelanggan di dunia. Mavenir menggabungkan pengalaman telekomunikasinya yang mendalam dengan keahlian cloud dan IT serta keahlian sains data yang sangat penting untuk memecahkan tantangan nyata yang dihadapi pelanggan. Solusi perangkat lunaknya yang telah terbukti mengintegrasikan AI sejak tahap perancangan, sehingga membawa masa depan yang sepenuhnya berbasis AI dan membantu operator bertransformasi menjadi perusahaan teknologi. Untuk mendapatkan informasi selengkapnya, kunjungi www.mavenir.com

Kontak Media

Kontak Humas Mavenir:

Emmanuela Spiteri

PR@mavenir.com

Boehringer Ingelheim licenses preclinical antibody program from Immunitas Therapeutics to advance treatments for chronic inflammatory diseases

Wed, 13 May 2026 18:26:00 +0700

*The first‑in‑class antibody program is designed to selectively target pathogenic cells, with the potential to deliver deeper and more durable disease control than current therapies.

*The agreement strengthens Boehringer Ingelheim's growing immunology pipeline and builds on other recent research partnership announcements.

Ingelheim, Germany and Waltham, Mass., U.S., May X, 2026 - Boehringer Ingelheim and Immunitas Therapeutics today announced a global licensing agreement for a preclinical antibody program being developed for chronic inflammatory and autoimmune diseases. The program is designed to selectively target cells that play a central role in driving chronic inflammation, with the goal of achieving sustained disease control for patients who do not respond adequately to current therapies.

Chronic inflammatory and autoimmune diseases affect millions of people worldwide and can significantly impact quality of life. While current therapies have improved outcomes for some patients, many experience limited or diminishing benefit over time. New approaches that address the underlying drivers of inflammation are needed to achieve longer‑lasting disease control.

Unlike therapies that block individual inflammatory signals, the licensed Immunitas antibody program is designed to target pathogenic cells localized at the sites of inflammation. By targeting this subset of pathogenic cells, the approach has the potential to provide deeper and more durable benefit across a range of inflammatory conditions.

"This agreement expands our growing pipeline in autoimmune and inflammatory diseases and reflects our commitment to developing treatments that can deliver meaningful, long‑term benefit for patients," said Carine Boustany, US Innovation Unit Site Head and Global Head of Immunology and Respiratory Diseases at Boehringer Ingelheim. "By complementing our existing portfolio with this differentiated preclinical program, we aim to address areas where current treatment options fall short."

"This program is the result of insights into human biology that Immunitas explored extensively preclinically. Partnering with Boehringer Ingelheim enables us to advance this novel therapeutic into clinical development with a global organization that has deep expertise in immunology and drug development," said Amanda Wagner, President and Chief Executive Officer of Immunitas Therapeutics. "We believe this collaboration has the potential to translate our science into new treatment options for patients living with chronic inflammatory diseases who need better solutions."

The agreement further strengthens Boehringer Ingelheim's growing pipeline in autoimmune and inflammatory diseases and builds on a series of recent partnerships in this therapeutic area. Boehringer Ingelheim will leverage its global research, development, manufacturing and commercialization capabilities to advance the program toward clinical development and, ultimately, to patients worldwide.

Under the terms of the agreement, Boehringer Ingelheim will obtain worldwide rights to develop, manufacture and commercialize the antibody program. Immunitas Therapeutics will receive an upfront payment and is eligible to receive near-term and future development, regulatory, and commercial milestone payments totaling up to ?407.5 million, in addition to tiered royalties on future sales. Further details of the agreement are not being disclosed.

About Boehringer Ingelheim

Boehringer Ingelheim is a biopharmaceutical company active in both human and animal health. As one of the industry's top investors in research and development, the company focuses on developing innovative therapies that can improve and extend lives in areas of high unmet medical need. Independent since its foundation in 1885, Boehringer takes a long-term perspective, embedding sustainability along the entire value chain. Our approximately 54,300 employees serve over 130 markets to build a healthier and more sustainable tomorrow. Learn more at www.boehringer-ingelheim.com.

About Immunitas Therapeutics

Immunitas is a clinical stage precision immunotherapy company dedicated to discovering and developing novel treatments for patients with cancer and autoimmune disease. The company was founded in 2019 by Longwood Fund with leading scientists from Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, Massachusetts General Hospital, Broad Institute, and Massachusetts Institute of Technology. Immunitas is supported by a strong syndicate of investors including Agent Capital, Alexandria Venture Investments, Evotec, Leaps by Bayer, Longwood Fund, M Ventures, Medical Excellence Capital, and Novartis Venture Fund. To learn more, visit www.immunitastx.com.

LinkedIn is the #2 most-cited source in AI answers, new Meltwater report finds

Wed, 13 May 2026 18:21:00 +0700

Analysis of 9.5 million AI citations shows real-world expertise is driving visibility in AI search

SAN FRANCISCO, May 12, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Meltwater, the global leader in actionable intelligence for PR, Communications and Marketing teams, today released new research showing LinkedIn is the #2 most cited source by AI models, second only to YouTube. An analysis of 9.5 million AI citations across 16 B2B categories using Meltwater's GenAI Lens reveals the content that AI platforms prioritize, and why authentic, expert-driven content is emerging as a critical driver of B2B brand visibility.

How AI is changing the way information is found

AI tools like ChatGPT, Claude and Microsoft Copilot are fundamentally changing how people search for and consume information. When people turn to AI assistants for recommendations, research, or decision-making, the brands and products highlighted - or omitted - directly influence awareness, reputation, and buying behavior. In fact, research from 6sense shows that 94% of B2B buyers use LLMs during their buying process.

As AI becomes a primary source of information, optimizing for visibility inside AI-generated answers is no longer optional. For B2B brands who want to stay top of mind for buyers, Meltwater's research underscores why LinkedIn is critical to a brand being discoverable in AI search.

What content AI models prioritize and cite

This research breaks down the specific signals and content types on LinkedIn that influence what AI models choose to cite. Several key patterns emerged, including:

Individual voices drive the majority of visibility. Approximately 75% of LinkedIn citations came from individual member profiles and 25% come from Company Pages. While individual member content tends to get cited more often, balancing individual and corporate content remains important.

Structured content performs best. The most frequently cited LinkedIn content, including articles and posts, consistently feature clear formatting (bullet points, numbered lists), strong headings, named entities, and quantitative data.

AI rewards relevance over reach. More than half of citations (51%) came from members with less than 10k followers, showing that AI models prioritize clarity, expertise, and usefulness over popularity alone.

LinkedIn dominates Tech, Professional Services, FinTech and Marketing. The platform performs especially well where questions are professional, technical, or decision-driven, ranking LinkedIn in the top 5 in citations for B2B searches across key industries, including Technology & SaaS, Consulting & Professional Services, Financial Services & FinTech, Marketing & Advertising, and HR & Talent.

Third-party and user-generated content have an edge. Platforms like LinkedIn, Reddit, and YouTube account for 47.5% of AI citations, compared to 15% from peer review sites and 18.7% from company websites.

"For the last twenty years, the job of a brand was to be discoverable. In an AI-first world, the job is to be the answer. LLMs are now the first stop for decisions that used to take hours of research - and if your brand isn't being cited, you're not in the consideration set," said Chris Hackney, Chief Product Officer at Meltwater. "What this data makes clear is that AI models aren't looking for the loudest voice in the room - they're looking for the most credible voice. Organizations that are discoverable in reputable earned media, credible with structured, factual content, and consistent with the channels they engage on, are the ones that will show up when decisions are being made."

"Product and brand discovery doesn't happen in stages anymore - it starts with a question and ends with an AI assistant's answer," said Davang Shah, Vice President of Marketing at LinkedIn. "If your brand isn't showing up in LLMs, you're not just missing awareness, you're missing the moment of decision. That's why being discoverable, credible and consistently cited isn't a nice-to-have, it's what defines your buyability and determines whether your products or solutions get considered and ultimately get bought."

To read the full report, visit: https://www.meltwater.com/en/resources/linkedin-gen-ai-visibility-report

For more information, please contact:

Kelly Costello

Corporate Communications Director

pr@meltwater.com

About Meltwater

Meltwater is the global leader in actionable intelligence for PR, Communications, and Marketing teams. By analyzing 1.3 billion pieces of content daily, Meltwater transforms media, social, and AI signals into intelligence that leaders rely on to make faster, more confident decisions. With 27,000 customers worldwide, Meltwater is the intelligence platform global brands trust to stay ahead. Meltwater: Intelligence you can act on.

Learn more at meltwater.com.

Icomera Expands its Rail Connectivity Portfolio with the Launch of the XS1 Router

Wed, 13 May 2026 15:14:00 +0700

Icomera, a wholly owned subsidiary of Equans, today announced the launch of the XS1, a compact, connectivity-focused rail router designed for deployments where reliable onboard connectivity is the primary requirement.

Gothenburg, Sweden, May 12, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Rail operators face increasingly diverse onboard Internet connectivity requirements, driven by differences in fleet types, vehicle architecture, space constraints, and operational priorities. To meet those needs, Icomera, a wholly owned subsidiary of Equans, today announced the launch of the XS1, a compact, connectivity‑focused rail router designed for deployments where reliable onboard connectivity is the primary requirement.

Connectivity-first 5G rail router, ready for LEO satellite

The Icomera XS1 is built on Icomera's established X-series software architecture, already deployed at scale across live rail fleets worldwide, supporting large numbers of onboard systems and serving millions of passenger journeys every day. The XS1 brings together aggregated connectivity across 5G cellular, private trackside, and low-Earth‑orbit (LEO) satellite networks into a single onboard service layer. This includes support for Starlink, where Icomera is an authorised reseller, alongside other satellite connectivity options.

Designed for simpler deployments and fleet modernisation

While high-performance onboard computing platforms play a vital role in many fleets, there are also deployments where simplicity, ease of installation, and right‑sized capability matter most. The XS1 has been designed for these scenarios, offering operators a smaller and lighter rail‑grade router that delivers secure, high‑quality connectivity without unnecessary hardware complexity.

It is well suited to fleet modernisation projects and space‑constrained vehicles such as metros, light rail, and regional trains, with a compact form factor that supports more modular and distributed onboard connectivity designs, enabling easier installation and retrofit, and dedicated migration designs to help simplify transitions from earlier-generation routers.

A complementary addition to Icomera's router portfolio

"The XS1 expands our portfolio of rail-specific connectivity products, complementing the flagship Icomera X7 router" explains Damien Convert, Chief Business Officer. "While the X7 combines high‑performance connectivity with substantial built-in computer processing power and storage to support multiple, resource‑intensive applications, the XS1 is optimised for deployments where reliable connectivity is the priority, and onboard computing plays a less central role".

Together, the two routers give operators greater flexibility to select the right technology for different vehicles, operating models, and needs, rather than forcing a one-size-fits-all approach across a fleet.

Proven operations at fleet scale

Like other Icomera products, the XS1 operates within the company's established People, Processes, and Tools model for managed rail connectivity. Dedicated service delivery teams, clearly defined operational processes, and purpose-built cloud tools combine engineering ingenuity with operational intelligence and long-term partnership. Together, they enable Icomera to deliver connectivity at scale - not only in trials, but across live passenger fleets - with predictable performance, structured lifecycle management from deployment through long-term support, and clearly defined service levels.

The XS1 is entering customer trials ahead of broader availability later in 2026.***