Setting a New Benchmark for Domestic AI Computing Services

HONG KONG SAR - Media OutReach Newswire - 22 May 2026 - Yeebo (International Holdings) Limited ("Yeebo"; Stock Code: 00259.HK, together with its subsidiaries, the "Group") is pleased to announce that its wholly-owned subsidiary, Suanova Technology Limited ("Suanova"), has officially established a presence at Hong Kong Cyberport ("Cyberport") and launched its domestic Token-as-a-Service ("TaaS") business. This milestone marks a significant strategic step in the Group's accelerated expansion into the fast-growing AI computing services sector.

Powered by Cyberport to Build a New AI Computing Services Hub

Leveraging Cyberport's robust technological infrastructure and vibrant innovative ecosystem, Suanova is well-positioned to fully capitalize on Hong Kong's role as a strategic gateway and the unique advantages of the Greater Bay Area, accelerating the rapid growth of its TaaS business. As Hong Kong's digital technology hub and AI accelerator, Cyberport is home to a thriving community of over 2,300 companies, encompassing a diverse range of technology enterprises and industrial resources. It enables Suanova to connect seamlessly across the AI value chain and engage with a wide base of potential clients, creating a highly competitive platform for scalable business growth while further expanding its reach in the AI computing services market.

One-Stop TaaS Platform Accelerates AI Commercialization

Powered by its proprietary domestic heterogeneous computing infrastructure, Suanova has built a unified, high-efficiency API service system that delivers cost-effective, locally optimized large model solutions for enterprises. Through flexible and scalable service capabilities, Suanova empowers enterprises to rapidly develop AI applications and intelligent agents, accelerating commercialization and deployment. Its cube-router.com platform transforms AI computing resources into on-demand, ready-to-use services, ushering in a new era of "TaaS". This significantly lowers barriers to AI adoption while enabling digital and intelligent transformation at scale.

"We are pleased to see Suanova successfully establish its presence at Hong Kong Cyberport. Backed by Cyberport's solid resource foundation, supportive government policies and resources, and extensive corporate network, Suanova is well equipped to drive strong growth. Looking ahead, we will leverage Cyberport's infrastructure and ecosystem to accelerate commercialization and scale our business, strengthening our footprint in the Asia-Pacific computing services market," said Mr. Chen Da-liang, CEO of Suanova.

Sharing Industry Insights at Cyberport Forum

Today, Suanova was invited to participate in Cyberport's "Insight Exchange"「洞察交流」forum, joining the panel discussion titled "The Future of AI Chips: Why Hardware Diversity Fuels Innovation"「AI 晶片新未來：多元硬件赋能無限創新」. During the session, Mr. Gu Meng, Senior Vice President of Suanova, shared key insights and practical experience on how AI chip hardware empowers industrial innovation and engaged in discussions on emerging AI trends with industry peers. This participation further enhanced Suanova's market visibility while strengthening collaboration with Cyberport and ecosystem partners.

Shanghai Cube Drives Computing Efficiency and Expands Industry Applications

Suanova continues to advance high-performance computing infrastructure through its flagship product, Shanghai Cube ? a fully domestic, high-density computing system engineered from the ground up. By decoupling the design and manufacturing within its integrated hardware-software architecture, Shanghai Cube consolidates innovations from leading domestic technology providers into a unified, scalable platform. It features comprehensive integration and optimization of key hardware and software components, including domestic high-performance GPU chips, network switching chips, liquid cooling systems, operating systems, and orchestration platforms, delivering a best-in-class, plug-and-play solution. Notably, Shanghai Cube features a high-density architecture capable of supporting up to 128 GPU modules within a single standard cabinet, significantly surpassing the typical domestic configuration of 32 GPUs. This makes it ideally suited to space-constrained environments such as Hong Kong. With utilization rates consistently exceeding 90%, it delivers outstanding operational efficiency and cost effectiveness.

Shanghai Cube exemplifies Suanova's end-to-end capabilities through its "Super Integration" model, offering a one-stop enterprise solution spanning cloud and compute services, private deployments, as well as AI model and application development. Beyond AI infrastructure, Shanghai Cube is expanding into broader industries, including healthcare and banking and finance services, with solutions already rolling out. Building on this momentum, Suanova considers leveraging Shanghai Cube's platform and ecosystem strengths to drive the next phase of TaaS growth.

"Looking ahead, we are scaling decisively in AI computing to unlock the full potential of Suanova's integrated technology and platform capabilities. As AI adoption accelerates, computing power is emerging as the key driver of the next industrial transformation. We are not just participating - we are leading. By strengthening our ecosystem, sharpening our competitive edge, and deepening strategic partnerships, we are well-positioned to seize this once-in-a-generation opportunity ? establishing Yeebo and Suanova as leaders in next-generation domestic AI computing services while helping shape the future of the global digital economy," said Mr. Fang Yan Tak, Douglas, Chairman of Yeebo.

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Over Half of Youth Feel Inferior Due to Parental Criticism: Accumulated Emotions Increase Risks of Depression

HONG KONG SAR - Media OutReach Newswire - 22 May 2026 - Save the Children Hong Kong today released its research report, "Hearing Children" - Child-led Research Report: How Family Interactions Affect Youth Mental Health (Full Report).

Following the implementation of the Mandatory Reporting of Child Abuse Ordinance (the "Ordinance"), there has been ongoing public debate on how to enhance child wellbeing; however, unlike physical harm, psychological trauma is significantly more difficult to identify.

According to the latest figures from the Social Welfare Department, a total of 1,354 child abuse cases were recorded in 2025. Of these, only 16 cases-a mere 1.2%-were classified as "psychological abuse".

The organisation believes that whilst the vast majority of parents care deeply for their children, they may inadvertently cause psychological trauma through their disciplinary methods, communication styles, and the way expectations are conveyed. Save the Children Hong Kong recommends that parents adopt "Positive Parenting" to strengthen parent-child non-violent communication, expressing their thoughts through mutual understanding and respect. Simultaneously, the Government should allocate additional resources to community and school settings to bolster mental health support for children and young people. Regarding the 25 categories of professionals specified under the Ordinance, training on identifying psychological abuse should be strengthened to support frontline practitioners in making clearer judgements on reporting thresholds and to facilitate timely intervention.

Over 80% of Youth Feel Pressure to be "Perfect": 40% Told to Improve Even When Praised

The study was designed by six youth researchers aged 14 to 17, under the guidance of Professor Gary Tang Kin Yat, Associate Professor of the Department of Social Science at The Hang Seng University of Hong Kong. It aimed to explore the psychological and emotional harm hidden behind parental "love and discipline". The study surveyed 408 children and adolescents aged 13 to 18, and found that 20.4% of respondents experience heavy pressure to "be perfect". Furthermore, 41.2% reported that even when parents praise their achievements, it is often accompanied by reminders of "how to do better next time". Over half of the respondents felt inferior to others due to parental disparagement, while more than 30% felt that no matter how hard they tried, they could never meet their parents' expectations.

Ms. Wong Shek Hung, Director of Hong Kong Programme of Save the Children Hong Kong, noted that while parents genuinely care for their children, yet when faced with their own stresses and anxieties, they may struggle to find the most appropriate way to express their care. Consequently, their love can inadvertently become a burden for the child. "This reflects the pivotal role parents play in their children's lives. Children place immense value on every word their parents say; as such, comments we may seem insignificant can directly impact how a child views themselves," she said.

The survey also explored parental behaviours that adolescents found most distressing. Respondents identified the most hurtful remarks as toxic comparisons (e.g., "Why can't you be more like them?"), invalidation of worth ("You are such a disappointment"), and dictatorial commands ("Because I said so"). The most resented behaviours included losing emotional control ("Losing their temper"), invading privacy ("Checking my phone"), and micromanagement ("Having to control everything").

HONG KONG SAR - Media OutReach Newswire - 22 May 2026 - Amid rapid social, economic, and environmental changes, Hong Kong faces significant challenges such as demographic shifts and economic transformation, while also encountering development opportunities through technological advancements and regional integration. Collaborative efforts across all sectors are essential to build a sustainable and livable Hong Kong with innovative ideas and solutions.

The Hong Kong Council of Social Service (HKCSS) organized "S+ Summit 2026" today. Under the theme of "Tech for Good", offering a multiple perspective towards how technological advancement is reshaping social development while examining the challenges and opportunities facing social sustainable development. Over 700 participants from technology enterprises, charitable foundations, policy research institutes, social service organizations, and social enterprises, to engage in cross-disciplinary dialogue. By fostering "Tech for Good and Co-creation", HKCSS aspire to build a robust ecosystem, accelerating digital transformation within the social service sector to collectively address the evolving needs of sustainable social development.

The Revd Canon Hon Peter Douglas KOON Ho-ming, SBS, JP, Chairperson of HKCSS, stated: "Driven by the wave of AI and data application, we understand how digital transformation creates both opportunities and challenges to social welfare sector. The annual flagship initiative "S+ Summit" is to promote technology empowerment, resource matching for the organizations, in a way to rebuild their competitive edge, enhancing service efficiency to align with China's 15th Five-Year Plan, forging a new path of social development."

Mr HO Kai Ming, JP, Under Secretary for Labour and Welfare of HKSAR, stated "The SAR Government has always attached great importance to, and actively promoted, the application of innovation and technology in social welfare services. Advanced technology should not only serve as a tool for enhancing efficiency, but can also be used to address social issues and promote the public good. Let us harness the power of technology to work together in building a harmonious, stable, caring and inclusive society."

Mr Angus ZHU, Architect, Technology Architecture Department, Tencent Sustainable Social Value Organization (SSV) and Mr David Spriggs, Chief Executive Officer, Infoxchange Australia are invited as speaker of Keynote Speech: "Tech-Driven Future: Key Dynamics for Digital Transformation in Social Service Organizations". They shared the successful cross sector collaboration case from domestic and international market, examined how social service organizations can leverage frontier technologies like Big Data and Artificial Intelligence, mastering the key dynamics and performance metrics to accelerate digital transformation. The Hon Duncan CHIU, Legislative Council Member (Technology and Innovation) of HKSAR, moderated the panel discussion to facilitate deep exchange of insights with the two speakers.

The "S+ Summit 2026", features symposium, roundtable and workshop sessions, explore the pivotal driving roles of AI and big data in digital transformation, service innovation, strategic philanthropy, and future skills training. A new addition this year, the "Tech Clinic Free consultation" feature professionals from Hong Kong, Chinese Mainland and Singapore, providing one‑on‑one consultation on digital strategy and transformation, and case discussion.

The successful conclusion of "S+ Summit 2026" marks a new milestone in deepening the collaboration between social welfare and technology and innovation sector. HKCSS will continue to act as a catalyst for social transformation by practicing "Tech for Good" to connect with more social resources with technical expertise, to help the sector seize technological opportunities and improve people's well-being, working together to build a more resilient, inclusive, and sustainable society."

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BANGKOK, THAILAND - Media OutReach Newswire - 22 May 2026 - Thai Cement Manufacturers Association (TCMA) marked a significant national milestone in advancing the decarbonization of Thailand's cement and concrete industry toward Net Zero 2050.

This progress is driven by strong collaboration among government agencies, industry players, and international partners under the "Decarbonization of the Cement and Concrete Sectors in Thailand" project, while accelerating the adoption of technology, innovation, and green investment to enhance competitiveness and support long-term economic growth.

Dr. Chana Poomee, Honourary Chairman of TCMA and President of ASEAN Federation of Cement Manufacturers (AFCM), stated that today's "National Milestone" reflects the power of collaboration at both national and international levels. The initiative is led by the United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO), in partnership with TCMA and key Thai government agencies, including the Department of Climate Change and Environment and the Department of Industrial Works, with financial support of CAD 8 million from the Government of Canada through Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC), to accelerate tangible greenhouse gas reductions in the cement and concrete sector.

TCMA, as the industry representative, serves as a central platform connecting stakeholders across the entire value chain, driving the implementation of the "Thailand 2050 Net Zero Cement and Concrete Roadmap." This aligns with Thailand's NDC 3.0 targets, strengthening industrial competitiveness, attracting green investment, and fostering sustainable economic growth.

"Decarbonization is not only a pressing challenge but also a strategic opportunity to enhance national competitiveness. The progress achieved under this project spans policy development, innovation, technology deployment, standards, and capacity building-key enablers that will accelerate the industry's transition toward Net Zero", Dr. Chana said.

A key technological advancement under the project is the introduction of the Mobile Carbon Capture Unit (MCCU) from CETRI, Canada. This advanced and flexible technology is designed for real-world industrial operations and will be piloted starting in June, rotating across cement plants of TCMA members in the SARABURI SANDBOX. The pilot aims to validate performance under diverse operational conditions and pave the way for large-scale industrial application.

"The deployment of MCCU in Thailand highlights the strength of international collaboration in bringing advanced technologies into real-world application. It accelerates learning-by-doing, validates technological performance, strengthens local technical capabilities, and reduces investment risks-laying a strong foundation for future scale-up",

Dr. Chana added.

From an investment perspective, the development of technology-ready and standards-aligned projects enhances investor confidence, increases the attractiveness of green investment, and improves access to sustainable finance-key drivers in accelerating the industry's transition to Net Zero.

TCMA continues to advance the industry under a "Collaborative Mindset-Action-Value," promoting the systematic adoption of low carbon technologies, including low carbon cement innovations such as Limestone Calcined Clay Cement (LC3), Carbon Capture, Utilization and Storage (CCUS). These solutions not only reduce emissions but also improve efficiency, lower long-term costs, and strengthen global competitiveness.

At the regional level, TCMA is expanding its role through AFCM by fostering collaboration and advancing the AFCM Decarbonization Roadmap, which serves as a shared framework to reduce carbon emissions across ASEAN's cement industry while enhancing regional technology, standards, and competitiveness.

"As President of the AFCM, TCMA is committed to driving ASEAN toward becoming a low carbon region by leveraging collaboration as a key mechanism to accelerate technology transfer, strengthen the industry capabilities, and unlock new regional economic opportunities",

Dr. Chana said.

TCMA reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening collaboration and welcoming international support in both technology and finance to accelerate the transition toward a low carbon industry, while enhancing Thailand's competitiveness on the global stage.

Hashtag: #TCMA  #CementActionToNetZero  #NetZero2050  #Decarbonization 

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Revenue Up 35.4% Year-on-Year API Token Call Volume Surges Nearly 6 Times

HONG KONG SAR - Media OutReach Newswire - 22 May 2026 - Phancy Group Co., Ltd. ("Phancy" or "The Company", stock code: 6682.HK), a leading general artificial intelligence company, today announced its unaudited consolidated results for the first quarter ended 31 March 2026.

During the period, Phancy achieved revenue of approximately RMB1.458 billion, representing a 35.4% year-on-year increase. Gross profit margin remained at 35.1%. Phancy leveraged its deep expertise in full-stack AI cloud services, to capitalize on the accelerating adoption of localized computing power and strong enterprise demand for AI solutions. The Company achieved robust growth in its core businesses, accelerated product innovation, and secured several major partnerships, sustaining strong operational momentum.

2026 First Quarter Business Highlights:

Unified Enterprise AI Platform Drives Explosive Core Business Growth

Global computing resources remain constrained, while demand for both private enterprise AI deployments and API-based model calls continues to grow rapidly. Phancy's enterprise-grade AI platform is built on a unified core architecture that seamlessly supports both API calling scenarios and dedicated private deployments. This significantly boosts AI application efficiency and resource utilization. Supported by a mature computing power supply chain developed over many years, Phancy's deployable computing power resources have increased by over 200%. This enables the Company to effectively meet surging Token demand and consistently deliver stable, high-quality AI services to its customers.

In the first quarter of 2026, API Token call volume surged nearly 6 times compared to the same period in 2025, and already accounted for nearly 40% of the full-year 2025 total. Meanwhile, the Agentic AI business expanded rapidly, with deepening commercial adoption. Orders on hand grew nearly 100% compared to the end of 2025, emerging as a major growth driver for the Company.

AI Technology Iteration Accelerates, Commercialization Beats Expectations

Building on its continued push into digital employee applications and AI empowerment across business units, Phancy has significantly shortened the product development cycle from R&D to commercialization, enhancing overall operational efficiency and customer satisfaction.

As of mid-May 2026, ModelHub XC has completed adaptation and optimization for over 70,000 AI models on domestic chips, achieving more than 70% of its full-year target - well ahead of schedule.

In May, Phancy launched PhanthyMovie, a professional-grade AI video generation platform designed to enhance creativity, control, and stability in video production, enabling standardized and large-scale content creation for the industry.

Leveraging its advanced technology and proven execution capabilities, PhanthyMovie achieved rapid commercial traction. Just days after launch, the Company entered into a strategic cooperation agreement with Huanxi Media, covering approximately US$200 million in AI Token usage. The two parties will also collaborate on the development of a next-generation AI-powered film and television content production platform, further strengthening Phancy's position in the AI-driven cultural and creative sector.

Core Products Align Closely with Policy Trends, Strengthening Compute-Model Integration

Since May 2026, China's AI sector has seen a series of positive policy developments focused on computing infrastructure, data element circulation, and open-source compliance governance. Phancy's core products, including HAMi vGPU and ModelHub XC, are well-aligned with national policy directions and mainstream industry trends.

In terms of computing resource allocation, policies emphasize cross-regional collaboration and broader access to computing power. Phancy's HAMi vGPU offers unified scheduling and fine-grained resource partitioning, effectively improving utilization rates, optimizing data center energy efficiency, and supporting unified management across multiple chips to boost single-card efficiency.

In data and model governance, the government continues to promote high-quality dataset development and compliance management. ModelHub XC supports multi-model adaptation and optimization, incorporates data traceability and security certification features to help enterprises reduce compliance risks, and uses the EngineX engine for batch adaptation of domestic chips and models. This significantly improves compatibility while enhancing Token output efficiency through targeted model tuning.

Through deep integration of its computing and model layers, Phancy has built a comprehensive "Compute-Model" integrated solution. This addresses key industry needs such as efficient computing utilization, secure data supply, enterprise compliance, and domestic substitution, while strengthening its technological moat. The Company is well positioned to capture policy dividends and industry opportunities, supporting enterprises in their digital and intelligent transformation.

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NHA TRANG, Vietnam, May 23, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- North Nha Trang is experiencing a distinct geographical evolution, shifting the region's social and tourism energy toward an open, integrated model of coastal living. Vega City Nha Trang has rapidly transitioned into an active coastal enclave where daily routines, local heritage, and a contemporary social rhythm coexist.

Rather than measuring its success through rigid statistics, the destination's appeal is best felt through its vibrant, undeniable pulse - a thriving popularity that has naturally earned it recognition from international media as an emerging cultural and lifestyle hub in Southeast Asia. Looking ahead, the area is set to further expand its regional presence through the introduction of high-altitude lifestyle resort concepts and immersive cultural venues.

The enclave's identity is anchored by its human energy and a continuous coastal rhythm that moves seamlessly from day to night. Dawn in the neighborhood begins with a community-driven pace: travelers walking through quiet art spaces, coastal runners along the waterfront, and open-front cafes welcoming early guests. As sundown approaches, this energy transforms into a sophisticated social scene. The waterfront area fills with an organic evening buzz, defined by sunset rituals, live music filtering through the sea air, and outdoor terraces crowded with local and international food enthusiasts experiencing dining concepts like Natura, Hispania, and Shibui. Even the local marine environment, highlighted by the 28-hectare Vạn San Đảo coral park, functions as an active backdrop for shared ecological awareness.

Rather than functioning as entertainment alone, the theatre has become part of the emotional and cultural identity of the northern coastline. This presence is physically embodied by the Đ? Theatre, a landmark that bridges regional folklore with modern stage technology. Hosting acclaimed original productions like "Life Puppets" (Rối Mơ) and "Chum Show," the theater acts as a living cultural anchor, drawing diverse audiences into a shared emotional experience and shifting the regional arts conversation toward North Nha Trang.

This June, the ecosystem will introduce Vega Alora to complete the permanent residential layer of the destination. The residential and hospitality operations of the tower will be managed by The Ascott Limited under its lifestyle brand, lyf by Ascott. Complementing this, the tower's F&B and social spaces will be curated and managed by Central by Sunset Hospitality Group. Rather than functioning as a standalone real estate product, the oceanfront tower serves as a fluid gateway for individuals seeking to weave their daily lives into the area's established lifestyle, offering immediate access to the neighborhood's active social networks and cultural calendar.

Envisioned as an integrated destination ecosystem, the coastal enclave continues to expand its cultural and social framework to support the region's evolution. Upcoming milestones include the 1,500-capacity Vega International Conference Center scheduled for next year, followed in June 2027 by "Đ?ng Sơn Verse", an immersive technological space dedicated to Vietnamese cultural history. The introduction of Vega Alora, alongside these forthcoming anchors, completes the physical fabric of the neighborhood, allowing the destination to mature naturally. Something new is quietly unfolding in North Nha Trang, redefining how culture, community, and coastal life interact on the regional stage.

About KDI Group

KDI Group is a leading multi-industry corporation in Vietnam. As the master developer of Vega City Nha Trang, the group focuses on cultivating sustainable destinations that enrich regional tourism and preserve local cultural values.

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LONDON, May 23, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Emerging Markets Global Advisory LLP dengan bangga mengumumkan kembali pencapaiannya di Uzbekistan setelah berhasil memperoleh pendanaan dari OeEB, Bank Pembangunan Austria, untuk mendukung Asia Alliance Bank.

Umidjon Abduazimov, CEO Asia Alliance Bank, menanggapi transaksi tersebut dengan mengatakan, "Fasilitas baru senilai USD 15 juta ini merupakan langkah penting dalam pengembangan berkelanjutan Bank dan akan mendukung perluasan pembiayaan bagi UMKM, kewirausahaan perempuan, serta proyek-proyek hijau di Uzbekistan yang kini semakin penting dalam perekonomian negara. Transaksi ini juga mencerminkan pertumbuhan Bank yang berkelanjutan, diversifikasi sumber pendanaan internasional, serta komitmen Bank dalam mendukung pengembangan sektor swasta yang berkelanjutan di Uzbekistan. Pada saat yang sama, kerja sama ini menunjukkan makin besarnya kepercayaan lembaga pembiayaan pembangunan internasional terhadap Asia Alliance Bank, serta terhadap sektor perbankan dan potensi ekonomi Uzbekistan secara keseluruhan."

Turut mengomentari transaksi tersebut, Sabine Gaber, CEO sekaligus Anggota Dewan Eksekutif OeEB, mengatakan, "Kemitraan kami dengan Asia Alliance Bank sangat sesuai bagi kami karena mencerminkan tiga prioritas utama dalam strategi kami, yaitu memperluas akses pembiayaan bagi UMKM yang masih kurang terlayani, mendorong kesetaraan gender melalui dukungan terhadap usaha milik perempuan, serta meningkatkan investasi pembiayaan hijau yang berkontribusi pada pembangunan ekonomi yang lebih berkelanjutan. Melalui investasi ini, kami berharap dapat mendorong inklusi ekonomi jangka panjang, memperkuat ketahanan ekonomi, serta menciptakan lebih banyak lapangan kerja di seluruh Uzbekistan."

Managing Director sekaligus Head of Investment Banking Emerging Markets Global Advisory LLP (EMGA), Sajeev Chakkalakal, mengatakan, "Kami senang dapat bekerja sama dalam transaksi perdana dengan AAB serta menghadirkan pembiayaan inovatif ini bagi sektor UMKM dan sektor hijau dalam perekonomian Uzbekistan. Lebih lanjut, kami juga menyambut baik kesempatan untuk kembali bekerja sama dengan OeEB yang merupakan lembaga pembiayaan pembangunan (DFI) terkemuka dan sejak lama menjadi investor dalam berbagai transaksi kami di seluruh dunia."

Managing Director sekaligus Head of Operations Emerging Markets Global Advisory LLP (EMGA), Jeremy Dobson, berkomentar, "AAB merupakan salah satu bank yang sedang berkembang pesat di tengah ketatnya persaingan sektor perbankan Uzbekistan, dan kami bangga dapat mendukung langkah baru dalam perjalanan pertumbuhan mereka."

Asia Alliance Bank (AAB) merupakan salah satu bank komersial swasta terkemuka di Uzbekistan yang menyediakan berbagai layanan perbankan korporasi, UMKM, pembiayaan perdagangan, treasury, dan perbankan ritel. Didirikan pada tahun 2009, bank ini telah membangun reputasi yang kuat dalam mendukung kewirausahaan, perdagangan internasional, dan pengembangan sektor swasta di seluruh penjuru negeri. Asia Alliance Bank telah menerima berbagai penghargaan internasional atas pembiayaan UMKM dan inovasi, serta terus memperluas kapabilitas perbankan digital dan kemitraan internasionalnya.

OeEB didirikan pada bulan Maret 2008 sebagai bank pembangunan Republik Austria. Berdasarkan mandat publiknya, OeEB berupaya meningkatkan kualitas hidup di negara-negara berkembang. OeEB hadir di pasar-pasar tempat perusahaan yang sering kali memiliki akses terbatas atau bahkan tidak memiliki akses terhadap modal yang sangat dibutuhkan, baik dalam bentuk pinjaman maupun ekuitas. Investasi pada proyek tersebut menciptakan lapangan kerja, meningkatkan penerimaan pajak, serta mendatangkan devisa bagi negara. OeEB merupakan anak perusahaan yang sepenuhnya dimiliki oleh Oesterreichische Kontrollbank (OeKB).

Emerging Markets Global Advisory LLP (EMGA) merupakan perusahaan perbankan investasi yang berfokus pada pasar berkembang dengan kantor di New York dan London. Perusahaan ini membantu lembaga keuangan, korporasi, serta sponsor pembiayaan proyek yang mencari pendanaan baru dalam bentuk utang maupun ekuitas. EMGA menyediakan layanan bagi klien di berbagai negara dengan pertumbuhan ekonomi pesat, termasuk Uzbekistan yang terus menjadi salah satu pasar utama perusahaan. Dengan rekam jejak yang telah terbukti dalam pembentukan modal dan konsultasi strategis di berbagai siklus ekonomi, EMGA terus memperluas jangkauan geografis dan layanan yang ditawarkannya, sekaligus memperkuat posisinya di pasar sebagai salah satu bank investasi terkemuka yang berfokus pada pasar berkembang.

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LUXEMBOURG, May 22, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Stoneshield Capital today announced that it has signed an agreement to acquire a 15% stake in Exolum from OMERS, building on its existing investment in the company since January 2026. The remaining 10% of OMERS ~25% stake is separately being acquired by a leading global investment firm with over $100 billion in assets under management. OMERS, together with its investment partners, has been invested in Exolum since 2016. Terms of the transactions are not being disclosed.

Exolum is a Spanish-headquartered global energy logistics company specialising in the transportation, storage and distribution of refined products, bulk liquids and aviation fuels, while playing an increasingly important role in supporting the energy transition. Exolum owns a 4,000km transmission pipeline network in Spain and operates a further 2,000km pipeline network in the UK. The company also owns 68 storage terminals with more than 11 million cubic metres of capacity and serves over 48 airports globally - including Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Madrid, Barcelona, Lisbon, Lima and Charles de Gaulle - making it one of the world's leading aviation fuel infrastructure platforms. Exolum has more than 2,300 employees globally and over ?1,3bn of annual revenues.

Felipe Moren?s Bot?n and Juan Pepa, co-founders of Stoneshield Capital, said: "Exolum is a unique HALO infrastructure platform with irreplaceable strategic assets, resilient long-term cash flows and significant growth optionality linked to the evolution of global energy systems. As an existing shareholder, we have followed the company's progress closely, including its international expansion, operational excellence and increasing role in supporting the energy transition. Increasing our investment and taking active Board representation reflects our conviction in Exolum's distinctive combination of real assets quality, geographic reach and strategic relevance, and our commitment to supporting management as the company continues to strengthen its position as one of Europe's leading energy logistics platforms."

Luca Lupo, Senior Managing Director & Head of Europe, OMERS Infrastructure, said: "Over the past decade, Exolum has evolved into a stronger, more diversified and increasingly international business with a growing role in supporting the energy transition. We have been actively involved throughout our ownership and are proud to have supported the company's growth, diversification and progress in areas linked to lower-carbon fuels and future energy infrastructure alongside management and our investment partners. This transaction reflects both the quality of the business and our disciplined approach to active portfolio management and capital rotation."

The transaction is expected to complete in Q3 2026, subject to certain customary closing conditions and regulatory approvals.

Notes to editor

Stoneshield acquired a 4.93% stake in January 2026. Once this transaction closes, Stoneshield's total stake in Exolum will be approximately 20%.

Following completion, Stoneshield Capital will assume three of OMERS' current Board seats. The second investor will take the remaining two.

In December 2025, OMERS completed a ?770 million refinancing of its stake in Exolum: https://www.omersinfrastructure.com/news/omers-completes-refinancing-for-its-stake-in-exolum.

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About Stoneshield Capital

Founded in 2018 by Felipe Moren?s Bot?n and Juan Pepa, Stoneshield Capital is a European real assets investment firm with a global approach, focused on building and scaling leading operational platforms across sectors supported by long-term structural trends. With more than ?8 billion in assets under management and a rapidly growing investment platform, Stoneshield combines investment expertise, active asset management and capital markets capabilities to deliver consistent risk-adjusted returns across cycles.

The firm's portfolio includes Neinor Homes, one of Spain's leading listed residential developers; MiCampus, the largest student housing platform in Southern Europe; Solaria, one of Europe's leading renewable energy and digital infrastructure platforms; and Meli?, one of Europe's leading hospitality platforms.

About OMERS Infrastructure

OMERS Infrastructure manages infrastructure investments globally on behalf of OMERS, the defined benefit pension plan for municipal employees in the Province of Ontario, Canada, and third-party investors through its Strategic Partnership Program. OMERS Infrastructure manages approximately C$40.9 billion, including capital invested on behalf of OMERS and third parties, in approximately 30 investments located in North America, Western Europe, India and Australia, and across sectors including energy, digital and transportation. OMERS Infrastructure has employees in Toronto, New York, London, Amsterdam and Sydney.

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MIAMI, May 22, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- ARKAY Beverages invites consumers, influencers, retailers, event organizers, hospitality professionals, and alcohol-free lifestyle supporters to join its global brand ambassador movement.

ARKAY, a pioneer in alcohol-free spirits alternatives and zero-proof spirits, is proud to announce a new worldwide initiative to recruit millions of brand ambassadors across the globe.

As demand for alcohol-free beverages continues to grow, ARKAY is opening the door for people everywhere to become part of its international community. The program is designed for individuals, influencers, content creators, event planners, store owners, distributors, restaurants, bars, hotels, and anyone who believes in offering more alcohol-free choices to consumers.

ARKAY Brand Ambassadors will help introduce the brand to their communities, promote ARKAY spirits online and offline, share product information, organize tastings, create social media content, support events, and help expand awareness of the alcohol-free lifestyle.

The opportunity is open worldwide and welcomes people from all backgrounds. Whether someone has a large social media following, owns a business, organizes parties, works in hospitality, or simply loves discovering new alcohol-free spirits, ARKAY wants to hear from them.

People interested in becoming an ARKAY Brand Ambassador can apply directly online through the official ARKAY website:

https://arkaybeverages.com/brand-ambassador/

ARKAY's mission is to make alcohol-free spirits alternatives more accessible, more exciting, and more visible in everyday life. Through this global ambassador initiative, the company aims to build a powerful international network of supporters who can help bring ARKAY products to new markets, new customers, and new occasions.

"We believe the alcohol-free spirits movement belongs to everyone," said Reynald Vito Grattagliano. "ARKAY is looking for passionate people around the world who want to be part of something innovative, positive, and global. Our goal is to create millions of brand ambassadors who can help share ARKAY with their communities."

Brand Ambassadors may have the opportunity to receive product samples, promotional materials, special offers, and collaboration opportunities depending on their location, profile, and activity level.

This worldwide initiative reflects ARKAY's continued commitment to innovation, inclusion, and global growth in the alcohol-free spirits beverage category. As consumers increasingly look for alternatives that fit modern lifestyles, ARKAY is positioning itself as a brand built for today's social, health-conscious, and responsible drinking trends.

People interested in joining the program are encouraged to apply today at:

https://arkaybeverages.com/brand-ambassador/

For more information, please contact:

ARKAY Beverages

Email: contact@arkaybeverages.com

Website: www.arkaybeverages.com

Brand Ambassador Application: https://arkaybeverages.com/brand-ambassador/

About ARKAY

ARKAY is a beverage brand offering alcohol-free spirits alternatives inspired by traditional spirits, cocktails, and mocktails. ARKAY products are designed for consumers who want the taste experience of classic drinks without alcohol.

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NEW YORK, May 22, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- All In FutureTech Alliance Inc. (Nasdaq: AGAE) ("AIFA" or the "Company") today announced that the Company has entered into a package of transaction definitive agreements to acquire an aggregate 57.67% controlling interest in HyalRoute Fiber-Optic Communication Group ("HyalRoute").

This acquisition marks a major milestone in AIFA's transformation into a global technology operating platform with "optics-centered" AI infrastructure.

1. US$10.00 Per Share Reference Price: AIFA Board and Management's Strategic Reassessment of the Company's Value and Market Recognition

Based on an overall valuation of US$4.0 billion for HyalRoute, the total consideration for the acquisition of a 57.67% controlling interest is US$2.3068 billion, payable entirely through the issuance of newly issued AGAE common shares. For purposes of calculating the number of consideration shares, the issuance price is uniformly set at a reference price of US$10.00 per share.

The transaction structure adopts a phased payment mechanism using unregistered consideration shares, with corresponding asset delivery milestones designed to provide substantial protection for the interests of the buyer, AGAE.

The share issuance reference price has been unanimously accepted by all sellers in the transaction, which strongly reflects the parties' confidence in the Company's strategic value as an "optics-centered AI infrastructure" platform and in the underlying asset value of HyalRoute. This is not merely an asset acquisition; it is also a clear statement of confidence by AGAE's Board, management, and the asset sellers in the Company's future value.

2. Overview of HyalRoute Fiber-Optic Communication

HyalRoute Group is one of the largest fiber-optic transmission and optical compute companies in emerging markets. After nearly 20 years of development, and supported by the current wave of AI-driven demand, HyalRoute has become an extremely scarce infrastructure resource in the market.

HyalRoute owns a pan-ASEAN fiber-optic network totaling approximately 85,000 kilometers, including approximately 35,000 kilometers of completed fiber-optic network in the Philippines. In Cambodia, HyalRoute owns approximately 23,000 kilometers of fiber-optic network, achieving 100% coverage across all 25 provinces and municipalities. It is the only owner of directly buried backbone optical networks and metropolitan optical networks in Cambodia, and holds a 35-year telecommunications operating license. In other ASEAN countries, including Myanmar, Laos, Thailand and others, HyalRoute has built approximately 26,000 kilometers of fiber-optic backbone networks, and enables cross-border transmission scheduling through interconnection nodes in Singapore and Malaysia.

As an official consortium member of the AAE-1 submarine cable system, HyalRoute Group owns 1,700 Gbps of capacity in submarine cable resources spanning Asia, Africa and Europe, with a total length of approximately 25,000 kilometers. HyalRoute also wholly owns the Cambodia landing station. This landing station is a critical communications node connecting China with Europe and North America, and Southeast Asia with the Middle East, and has significant strategic value for cross-border optical transmission.

At the same time, HyalRoute Group is developing a compute center in ASEAN using the latest 2026-generation silicon photonics co-packaged optics (CPO) architecture. The center is expected to deploy NVIDIA Vera Rubin flagship GPU clusters, with FP8 compute capacity of up to 400 PFLOPS, combined with a fully silicon photonics-based high-speed CPO interconnect network and immersion liquid cooling system, with target PUE as low as 1.08-1.10. The center is designed to support trillion-parameter large-model training and inference, with optical resource utilization expected to exceed 90%.

Based on partially audited reports and financial statements for the period from 2016 through 2025, HyalRoute Communication Group Limited demonstrated strong operating performance prior to its proposed New York Stock Exchange listing filing. Its revenue increased from approximately US$200 million in 2016 to approximately US$355 million in 2019. During this period, the company maintained strong profitability, with EBITDA reaching approximately US$268 million in 2019.

During the COVID-19 pandemic, the company's operating performance was affected, with revenue declining to approximately US$138 million in 2020 and approximately US$135 million in 2021. In recent years, however, the company's business has shown signs of rapid recovery. Revenue increased from approximately US$120 million in 2024 to approximately US$219 million in 2025, while net income increased from approximately US$60.2 million in 2024 to approximately US$108.5 million in 2025.

According to a recent valuation report issued by independent third-party valuation firm Pinetree Advisory and Valuation Limited, using a cross-check methodology based on the market approach and income approach, HyalRoute Group's appraised value is US$4.3 billion. Over the past year, prices of physical fiber-optic assets have increased by more than 600%, while the revaluation of physical asset value has added nearly US$2.0 billion in value. The current valuation represents more than 30% potential recovery upside compared with HyalRoute Group's US$3.3 billion valuation in the 2024 Hurun Global Unicorn Index. It also represents an approximately 46% to 57% discount to the US$8.0 billion to US$10.0 billion valuation range estimated by Goldman Sachs, Bank of America Merrill Lynch, and Morgan Stanley at the time of HyalRoute Group's proposed NYSE listing application in 2019.

3. AIFA Chairman and Chief Executive Officer James Li stated:

"This transaction represents the most important milestone in AIFA's strategic transformation. Since 2023, after nearly three years of negotiations and due diligence, we have finally signed this agreement after resolving shareholder disagreements and addressing corporate governance and compliance risks. We are focused on a dual-engine strategy of acquiring infrastructure assets with long-term strategic value and developing AI application products. HyalRoute's fiber-optic backbone networks and metropolitan optical networks, cross-border transmission capabilities, and submarine cable connectivity resources are highly complementary to our self-developed AIFA silicon photonics compute and storage center designed to serve global markets.

Since 2026, global AI data center construction has accelerated, driving a sharp increase in demand for fiber-optic transmission. As a result, fiber-optic communications infrastructure has undergone a strategic shift from serving as the "communications bloodstream" to becoming a foundational layer for compute infrastructure.

We believe fiber-optic communications infrastructure will continue to play a foundational role in supporting the next generation of global data transmission, AI computing, enterprise connectivity, cloud services, data centers, and digital infrastructure development. Fiber networks are the transmission layer of the digital economy. As data traffic, bandwidth consumption, and international connectivity demand continue to grow, access to scalable cross-border optical network capacity is becoming increasingly important.

Capital markets are increasingly recognizing the strategic importance of optical and photonic technologies, as reflected by recent investor attention to Lumentum, Corning, and other leading companies in the optical networking sector. We believe HyalRoute provides the Company with an opportunity to access a complementary layer of the optical communications value chain, including physical fiber-optic infrastructure, cross-border data transmission, submarine cable capacity, and cross-border metropolitan optical networks with international gateway connectivity. Together with HyalRoute's own compute centers and the Company's planned shared compute and storage center, these assets are expected to form a fully optical infrastructure closed loop.

AIFA will enter a long-duration infrastructure sector that supports global data and computing movement, cloud connectivity, enterprise networks, and future digital infrastructure demand."

About All In FutureTech Alliance Inc.（AIFA）

All In FutureTech Alliance Inc. (Nasdaq: AGAE), formerly known as Allied Gaming & Entertainment Inc, is growth-oriented company undergoing a strategic transformation from a global experiential entertainment business into an AI-focused digital infrastructure platform. The Company is pursuing opportunities in artificial intelligence infrastructure, silicon photonics-enabled compute, cross-border fiber-optical network transmission, digital infrastructure services, and technology-enabled growth initiatives. Through its proposed AIFA strategic platform, AIFA aims to build an integrated ecosystem combining AI compute capacity, fiber-optic network infrastructure, AI education and AI applications to support long-term value creation.

For detail information about HyalRoute Communication, please visit:

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Contact:

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AI-driven hybrid energy infrastructure and future-ready battery architecture enable high-efficiency solar deployment for iconic British manufacturer

SOMERSET, England, May 22, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Sigenergy is helping redefine the future of industrial energy management in the UK, powering one of the country's most intelligent and space-efficient commercial solar manufacturing projects at Numatic International's Somerset facility.

Delivered in partnership with SunGift Solar and AIKO, the 1.73MWp solar installation combines Sigenergy's AI-driven hybrid inverter technology with high-efficiency solar generation to create a smarter, more resilient energy ecosystem for British manufacturing.

The project deploys 14 Sigenergy 110kW HYA hybrid inverters alongside 2,672 high-efficiency solar panels across a compact five-acre site, maximising energy yield while preserving valuable operational space. Once fully operational, the system is expected to provide approximately 20% of Numatic International's annual electricity demand - with solar generation capable of meeting up to 100% of demand during peak production periods.

The installation is also projected to reduce annual CO₂ emissions by 266.91 tonnes, equivalent to producing around 500,000 Henry vacuum cleaners using clean energy each year

At the heart of the project is Sigenergy's intelligent HYB hybrid inverter platform, designed to help businesses maximise self-generation today while preparing for future electrification, battery storage and AI-optimised energy management.

Unlike conventional AC-coupled systems, each of the 14 Sigenergy 110kW HYA hybrid inverters includes integrated DC battery connectivity as standard, enabling future battery integration through Sigenergy's intelligent DC-coupled architecture and AI-driven energy management platform.

This future-ready architecture enables manufacturers to store excess solar energy generated during the day for use during peak production periods and higher-cost evening hours, helping reduce grid reliance, improve energy resilience and maximise on-site energy usage.

The project also demonstrates how manufacturers can unlock significantly higher energy generation from constrained sites through the combination of intelligent inverter infrastructure and high-efficiency solar technology.

Michael Rae, Channel Director UK at Sigenergy, commented:

"Manufacturers are under increasing pressure to reduce energy costs, improve resilience and prepare for greater electrification across their operations.

What makes this project particularly exciting is how Sigenergy's intelligent hybrid inverter architecture combines AI-driven energy management with integrated DC-coupled battery readiness, allowing businesses to maximise self-generation today while building a smarter and more flexible energy infrastructure for the future.

This is exactly where the market is moving - towards intelligent energy systems that give businesses greater efficiency, resilience and long-term control over their energy usage."

Steve Whitlock, Finance Director at Numatic International, added:

"In the current environment, every business of every size needs to consider how it is going to secure its energy requirements in the future. This investment represents a step forward in our ability to meet our own energy needs, providing a strong return on capital compared to other investments that we may have made."

Safe to say Henry approves.

Media Contact:

Zena Ross

Marketing UK & Ireland

Sigenergy

marketing.ukie@sigenergy.com

About Sigenergy

Founded in 2022 and headquartered in Shanghai, Sigenergy (6656.HK) is a technology-driven company focused on innovation in the new energy sector. Leveraging advanced digital intelligence and a highly skilled talent base, the company has expanded across photovoltaic (PV) generation, smart energy storage and high-efficiency electric vehicle (EV) charging solutions.

Guided by its "AI in All" strategy, Sigenergy integrates artificial intelligence across its product ecosystem to deliver safer, smarter and more efficient energy solutions for households and businesses worldwide.

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*Idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF) and progressive pulmonary fibrosis (PPF) are life-threatening, progressive lung conditions that require early and sustained intervention1,2

*CHMP's positive opinion is based on results from the Phase III FIBRONEER?️ program, assessing the efficacy and safety of nerandomilast in IPF and PPF3,4

*JASCAYD (nerandomilast) is the first and only oral, preferential PDE4B inhibitor authorized for use in IPF and PPF in the US, China, the UAE, and Japan, and the first new IPF treatment in more than a decade

Ingelheim, Germany - Boehringer Ingelheim's JASCAYD (nerandomilast) has been recommended for marketing authorization by the Committee for Medicinal Products for Human Use (CHMP) of the European Medicines Agency for the treatment of adults with idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF) and adults with progressive pulmonary fibrosis (PPF).

This marks an important step toward making the first preferential PDE4B inhibitor available to patients living with these progressive and life-threatening lung conditions across the European Union.

"The CHMP's positive opinion for JASCAYD reflects the growing recognition that meaningful efficacy alongside a well‑tolerated profile is essential for enabling sustained treatment in IPF and PPF. This is vital to slow down the irreversible and life-threatening damage to the lungs and to address the high unmet need for patients whose prognosis is worse than that of many common cancers," said Shashank Deshpande, Chairman of the Board of Managing Directors and Head of Human Pharma at Boehringer Ingelheim. "If approved in the EU, JASCAYD would mark the first new treatment option for IPF in Europe in more than a decade."

The positive CHMP opinion is supported by results from FIBRONEER, the largest clinical trial program in IPF and PPF to date.3,4 Both Phase III trials, FIBRONEER-IPF and FIBRONEER-ILD, met their primary endpoint, demonstrating that nerandomilast slowed lung function decline measured by absolute change in forced vital capacity (FVC)* from baseline to week 52 compared to placebo.3,4 While the key secondary endpoint was not met in either trial,** there was a numerical reduction in mortality across both, reaching nominal significance in FIBRONEER-ILD.5 Nerandomilast demonstrated favorable safety and tolerability, with no requirement for liver monitoring. As monotherapy, it showed similar discontinuation rates to placebo.3,4 

"Current treatments for IPF and PPF, including in patients whose PPF is associated with underlying autoimmune rheumatic diseases, have well‑known limitations. This is why advancing therapies with new mechanisms of action and better tolerability profiles is essential to improving how we manage these complex diseases," said Professor Anna‑Maria Hoffmann‑Vold, Professor of Rheumatology at the University of Zurich and Oslo University Hospital and investigator in the FIBRONEER program. "In the FIBRONEER trials, nerandomilast was well‑tolerated and slowed lung function decline, supporting its potential for long‑term use. This is imperative in conditions like IPF and PPF, including patients with an associated autoimmune rheumatic disease, which can worsen suddenly and unpredictably. Maintaining lung function for longer can therefore make a meaningful difference in clinical practice."

Together, IPF and PPF affect more than 500,000 people across the EU.6 Both conditions are characterized by irreversible scarring of lung tissue that worsens over time, limiting people's ability to breathe. Approximately half of those diagnosed with IPF or PPF lose their lives within five years7,8,9 - a prognosis worse than that of many cancers.8,10,11 Despite the high mortality rate, many people delay starting existing therapies due to side effects such as nausea, photosensitivity, and diarrhea.12,13 In IPF specifically, approximately half of those who stop do so within six months.14

"The emotional toll of living with pulmonary fibrosis is overwhelming. This disease takes away independence, and the impact of losing the ability to do simple everyday tasks, such as showering, walking to the car, or catching your breath, is profound," said John K. Solheim, President of the European Pulmonary Fibrosis Federation (EU‑PFF). "When patients are faced with treatment options that add unbearable side effects to the already burdensome symptoms, many choose to delay or stop taking them. A treatment option for IPF and PPF that works and has fewer side‑effects offers real hope to families across Europe."

About IPF and PPF

Idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis (IPF) and progressive pulmonary fibrosis (PPF) are both conditions with irreversible build-up of scar tissue in the lungs, affecting the lungs' ability to take in and transfer oxygen into the bloodstream.15,16,17 Once lung function is lost, it's lost forever. Signs and symptoms of IPF and PPF include a persistent dry cough, shortness of breath, fatigue and finger/toe clubbing (widening and rounding of the tips of fingers/toes).2,17

In IPF, the root cause of pulmonary fibrosis is not known.14 The disease primarily affects people over the age of 50 and affects more men than women.18

In PPF, the scarring of the lungs may be linked to an existing condition (e.g. rheumatoid arthritis or systemic sclerosis), result from exposure to inhaled substances (e.g. asbestos or mold), or be due to an unknown cause (idiopathic) and worsens despite treatment of the condition.16 

Together, IPF and PPF may affect up to 9.2 million people worldwide.6,19 Approximately half of people with IPF or PPF die within 5 years of diagnosis7,8,9 - a higher mortality than many cancers.8,10,11

About nerandomilast

JASCAYD (nerandomilast) is a twice daily oral, preferential PDE4B inhibitor with antifibrotic and immunomodulatory effects approved in the U.S., China, the United Arab Emirates, and Japan for the treatment of adults with IPF and for the treatment of adults with PPF.

Regulatory submissions for nerandomilast in IPF and PPF are also under review in the UK, and other countries with additional approvals anticipated in 2026. 

Boehringer Ingelheim is also exploring the potential of nerandomilast in two rheumatic diseases: systemic sclerosis (SSc) and myositis (IIM).

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. 

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VICTORIA, Seychelles, May 22, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Bitget, the world's largest Universal Exchange (UEX), today launched its global Bitcoin Pizza Day 2026 brand campaign, Flip the Slice, centered around a new music video, The Infinite Flip. The campaign flips skeptics' "crypto is dead" claim into a catchy, tongue-in-cheek anthem.

The campaign's core theme features a transition from a single moment of irony - "Flip the Slice" - to an endless cultural loop, "The Infinite Flip". "Flip the Slice" captures crypto's instinct to take a specific event - a market crash, a viral "crypto is dead" headline, or a meme trend, and flip it into momentum. The Infinite Flip takes that idea and stretches it across cycles: crypto has been declared "dead" hundreds of times, yet each so‑called death functions less as an endpoint and more as a reset, a stress test, and ultimately fuel for the next comeback. The flip is represented by how the community reframes every so-called "death" as the starting line for the next chapter.

The music video brings this to life by pairing every crash with recovery, shifting from pixelated Bitcoin art to modern DeFi dashboards, and ending each "death" scene with a new trend rising. It features market milestones like Bitcoin's all‑time highs above $120,000, alongside cycles of bear markets, bull runs, and dancing cartoon characters that pop in and out with every market swing.

Bitget Turns "Crypto Is Dead" Into a Comeback with Bitcoin Pizza Day Campaign 'Flip the Slice'

Ignacio Aguirre Franco, Chief Marketing Officer at Bitget, states: "The Infinite Flip is intentionally tongue-in-cheek. Bitcoin has been declared 'dead' hundreds of times, but in our campaign, critics' claims become story beats instead of conclusions. We're acknowledging skeptics' narratives with humor and fun, flipping them, and using them as fuel. Every death headline is just the prelude to crypto's next comeback. Across all campaign activities, this ties back to one core idea: crypto keeps flipping forward."

Bitget Turns "Crypto Is Dead" Into a Comeback with Bitcoin Pizza Day Campaign 'Flip the Slice'

This campaign extends beyond the music video into a series of offline events worldwide, featuring slice-flipping themed interactions and limited-edition Pizza-Day-inspired merchandise. As part of the campaign, Bitget's "Boxed for Opportunity" initiative delivers selected Web3 resumes to industry partners via pizza boxes, turning a nod to crypto culture into a tangible career pathway for young talent. It also builds on Blockchain4Youth, Bitget's global education initiative for the next generation of Web3 builders.

To watch The Infinite Flip, click here.

About Bitget

Bitget is the world's largest Universal Exchange (UEX), serving over 125 million users and offering access to over 2M crypto tokens, 100+ tokenized stocks, ETFs, commodities, FX, and precious metals such as gold. The ecosystem is committed to helping users trade smarter with its AI agent, which co-pilots trade execution. Bitget is driving crypto adoption through strategic partnerships with LALIGA and MotoGP?. Aligned with its global impact strategy, Bitget has joined hands with UNICEF to support blockchain education for 1.1 million people by 2027. Bitget currently leads in the tokenized TradFi market, providing the industry's lowest fees and highest liquidity across 150 regions worldwide.

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FREMONT, Calif., May 22, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The consolidation wave Litera flagged at the end of last year is here. Litera's late-2025 outlook called it: 2026 would push the U.S. legal tech market away from scattered point solutions and toward unified platforms, with buyers actively trimming the number of vendors they work with. By mid-2026, that prediction is reflected in buyer behavior.

Corporate legal departments and law firms are reducing their active vendor counts and routing more work through fewer, more integrated providers. Southeast Asian (S.E.A.) legal-tech founders entering the U.S. market now face a narrower set of buyer expectations than they did twelve months ago. Dmitry Shubov, founder of Dmitry Shubov Consulting, is weighing in on what this shift means for Southeast Asian (S.E.A.) legal-tech founders, who now face a narrower set of U.S. buyer expectations than they did twelve months ago.

What U.S. acquirers and corporate buyers are prioritizing right now:

A completely clean cap table, properly assigned intellectual property, and a correctly set up U.S. entity. If these baselines are messy, it slows down the entire deal timeline and may drag down your final valuation.

Signed pilot agreements and actual customer references rather than warm introductions or a slide full of logos. Acquirers want to talk directly to active users to verify true product adoption.

Where a consulting firm fits in:

Finding and fixing operational gaps in your contractor agreements, offshore IP setups, and cap table before a buyer ever looks at your business.

Taking your early U.S. pilot data and translating it into the exact retention, growth, and unit-economic figures that Western buyers look for during due diligence.

"Consolidation isn't what hurts founders. What hurts them is showing up to those conversations without a clear answer for what they actually want. The ones who walk in knowing exactly what they're building toward - those are the founders writing the terms instead of accepting them," says Dmitry Shubov, Founder of Dmitry Shubov Consulting.

For S.E.A. legal tech founders, navigating a consolidating U.S. buying market is the kind of strategic challenge that benefits from a specialist's perspective. Dmitry Shubov Consulting helps early-stage legal tech startups expand into the U.S. market effectively. For more information, visit the Dmitry Shubov Consulting website today.

About Dmitry Shubov Consulting

At Dmitry Shubov Consulting, our mission is to connect accredited investors with groundbreaking legal technology startups, fostering innovation and growth across Southeast Asia and helping Asian businesses enter the U.S. market. For more information, please visit our website or contact us directly.

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MONACO, May 22, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Yacht Club de Monaco unveiled its new Hemingway Cigar Lounge, a completely redesigned area in the heart of the Club for its members and their guests. The intimate setting combines all the elegance, discretion and culture, for which YCM is renowned, in a timeless fashion where artisanal craftsmanship takes centre stage.

Following an ambitious renovation initiated by Bernard d'Alessandri and supported by YCM member Christophe Degoumois, and Jahid Fazal-Karim, owner and Chairman of Jetcraft, the Hemingway Cigar Lounge has a new identity inspired by the maritime world and Yacht Club de Monaco's Art de Vivre la Mer philosophy.

"The project is the work of Andrea Zanetti, a young interior designer and graduate of the Chelsea College of Arts, University of the Arts London, from the Monegasque Mov'In Studio. Her vision combines contemporary lines, unique pieces and top quality materials in an atmosphere that is both welcoming and refined," says Christophe Degoumois.

"I envisioned this Cigar Lounge as a port of call, a minimalist space inspired by the timeless elegance of vintage yachts and the marine world. The idea was to create a luminous airy atmosphere, where each space tells a story as well as offering an experience. The way the colours and materials are employed was at the very heart of the project, with a warm palette inspired by the cigar world balanced by lighter tones evoking light and the sea. Particular attention was paid to the use of natural and sustainable materials, as well as artisanal expertise to create a subtle dialogue between tradition, innovation and modernity," explains Andrea Zanetti.

Virtuosity a hallmark of the inauguration

The inauguration was held on Wednesday 20 May 2026 under the Presidency of HSH Prince Albert II, featuring world-renowned violinist Daniel Lozakovich playing a Stradivarius, alongside concert pianist H?l?ne Mercier. The intimate, elegant ambiance provided the perfect setting for the two artists whose musical interlude showcased the exquisite precision of the violin and the piano's range, reflecting the artistic universe of their album Lost to the World, released on 6 March 2026.

A setting crafted by artisanal skills

Designed to provide an exclusive haven for discerning aficionados, the Hemingway Cigar Lounge opens onto a terrace with views over the YCM Marina and the Rocher. It offers 87 private lockers and a selection of cigars from the finest brands representing a range of carefully selected varieties.

"This area was conceived first and foremost as a place for transmission, one where the precision of the lines and quality of the materials are as important as their function. They are an integral part of Yacht Club de Monaco's vision to promote dialogue between tradition, excellence and innovation at the service of a maritime "art de vivre la mer" lifestyle anchored in its time. The collaboration with Andrea Zanetti was a natural decision, as alongside her father, Jos?, she champions a design approach where heritage, expertise and a contemporary perspective are in harmony," says Bernard d'Alessandri, General Secretary of the Yacht Club de Monaco.

The evening highlighted an emerging generation of artists, like Daniel Lozakovich, and designers like Andrea Zanetti, who put materials, actions and transmission at the heart of their work.

The Hemingway Cigar Lounge is already one of the Principality's most exclusive addresses. More than a lounge, it is a meeting place for people with a passion, in the true spirit of the Yacht Club de Monaco.

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AREZZO, Italy, May 22, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Italpreziosi S.p.A. is pleased to announce its official inclusion in the LBMA Silver Good Delivery List, one of the most prestigious international standards in the precious metals industry.

Effective May 20, 2026, Italpreziosi has officially joined the LBMA Silver Good Delivery List, complementing the Gold Good Delivery accreditation the Company obtained in 2018.

Achieving the LBMA Silver Good Delivery accreditation marks a significant strategic milestone for Italpreziosi and further strengthens the Company's international positioning within the global precious metals sector. The LBMA Silver Good Delivery accreditation recognizes Italpreziosi's high-quality production standards and manufacturing excellence, confirming the Company's compliance with the leading international standards of the global bullion market.

"This inclusion in the LBMA Silver Good Delivery List represents an important recognition for Italpreziosi and for the commitment and dedication demonstrated by our team over the years. This achievement confirms the quality of our processes, the Company's industrial strength, and our ongoing commitment to increasingly high international standards in terms of responsibility, transparency, and sustainability, supported by continuous investments in innovation, research, and advanced technologies," said Ivana Ciabatti.

With more than 40 years of experience in the precious metals industry, Italpreziosi is today recognized as one of Italy's leading industrial players in international markets for precious metals refining, recovery, trading, and the production and distribution of investment gold. The Company operates through high-quality standards, advanced traceability systems, and a strong focus on compliance and responsible sourcing.

In 2024, Italpreziosi also achieved B Corp Certification, joining the international community of companies meeting high standards of social and environmental performance, accountability, and transparency. Among its numerous certifications, the Company has also obtained important ESG and sustainability recognitions, including the UNI/PdR 125:2022 Gender Equality Certification and ISO 14064-1 certification for carbon footprint measurement and management.

Since its foundation, Italpreziosi has been guided by the principle of generating profit while upholding strong ethical values, dignity, and responsibility. "We firmly believe that an integrated approach combining economy, environment, and community can become the foundation of a new industrial culture, where our Company stands out for responsibility, sustainability, innovation, and transparency."

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*Therapy approved based on Phase Ib Beamion LUNG-1 trial data, demonstrating robust efficacy (75.7% objective response rate) in treatment-na?ve patients1

*Expedited approval as an initial treatment in China follows U.S. accelerated approval for HERNEXEOS (zongertinib tablets) in February, reflecting high recognition of urgency and unmet clinical need2

*This marks a new step in advancing targeted options for HER2 (ERBB2)-mutant NSCLC in China, where lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer death and the incidence and mortality rates have significantly increased in recent years3

Ingelheim, Germany - Boehringer Ingelheim's HERNEXEOS (zongertinib tablets) has been conditionally approved as monotherapy by China's National Medical Products Administration (NMPA) as an initial treatment for adult patients with unresectable, locally advanced or metastatic non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) whose tumors have activating HER2 (ERBB2) tyrosine kinase domain (TKD) mutations.

1 The approval is based on data demonstrating a 75.7% objective response rate, with full approval contingent on confirmation of clinical benefit in an ongoing trial. It represents another major milestone following the Breakthrough Therapy Designation (BTD) from the Center for Drug Evaluation (CDE) of China's NMPA for first-line treatment.4 The therapy is also approved for patients in China who have received prior treatment.5

"In the past, patients with HER2‑mutant advanced non-small cell lung cancer faced significant diagnostic and treatment challenges in clinical practice. These challenges not only placed considerable physical and psychological burdens on patients but also limited the delivery of precise lung cancer treatment," said Professor Yi-Long Wu from Guangdong Provincial People's Hospital, Chairman of the Chinese Thoracic Oncology Group (CTONG). "This advancement directly addresses patients' core clinical needs for quality care."

The approval is based on data from a cohort of treatment-na?ve patients (N=74) in the Phase Ib Beamion LUNG-1 trial, which demonstrated an objective response rate (ORR) of 75.7%, including 10.8% achieving complete response (CR) and 64.9% achieving partial response (PR). The median duration of response (mDoR) was 15.2 months. Treatment-related adverse events (AEs) were predominantly low-grade. In a pooled safety population, which included 177 patients with HER2 (ERBB2)-mutant NSCLC in Beamion LUNG-1, AEs led to dose reductions in 9% of patients and dose discontinuations in 6% of patients. Data for treatment-naive patients were presented at the European Lung Cancer Congress 2026 (ELCC 2026) and published in The New England Journal of Medicine.6

"The first-line approval of HERNEXEOS in China marks an important step forward in our ambition to redefine the treatment of HER2-driven cancers," said Shashank Deshpande, Chairman of the Board of Managing Directors at Boehringer Ingelheim. "Building on strong global momentum, including approvals in the U.S., and supported by compelling clinical evidence, we are advancing this therapy across various stages of disease and tumor types. This milestone reflects not only the progress we have made, but the broader opportunity ahead ? to deliver unprecedented impact for people living with cancer, now and for generations to come." 

About HER2 (ERBB2)-mutant non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC)

Lung cancer claims more lives than any other cancer type7 and the incidence is set to increase to over 3 million cases worldwide by 2040.8 NSCLC is the most common type of lung cancer.7 The condition is often diagnosed at a late stage9, and fewer than 3 in 10 patients are alive five years after diagnosis.9,10 People living with advanced NSCLC can experience a detrimental physical, psychological, and emotional impact on their daily lives.8,11,12

Up to 4% of lung cancers are driven by HER2 (ERBB2) mutations (or gene alterations).7 Mutations in HER2 can lead to overexpression and overactivation, which can in turn result in uncontrolled cell production, inhibition of cell death and promotion of tumor growth and spread.13

About HERNEXEOS (zongertinib tablets) 

HERNEXEOS (zongertinib tablets) is an irreversible tyrosine kinase inhibitor (TKI) that selectively inhibits HER2 while sparing wild-type EGFR, thereby minimizing associated toxicities. HERNEXEOS is approved in the U.S., China, Hong Kong and Japan as the first orally administered targeted therapy for adult patients with HER2 (ERBB2)-mutant advanced non-small cell lung cancer. Zongertinib is not approved in other markets.

The treatment is being evaluated in ongoing trials across a range of earlier stages and advanced solid tumors with HER2 alterations. Beamion LUNG-2 is an ongoing Phase III controlled study evaluating zongertinib as an initial treatment for patients with advanced NSCLC that has HER2 tyrosine kinase domain mutations (NCT06151574). Beamion LUNG-3 is a Phase III clinical trial investigating zongertinib as an adjuvant monotherapy in patients with early-stage, resectable NSCLC (Stage II-IIIB) with HER2 (ERBB2)-mutations (NCT07195695).

About Boehringer Ingelheim in oncology 

We have a clear aspiration - to transform the lives of people facing cancer by delivering unprecedented impact, with the ultimate goal to redefine standards of care. Boehringer Ingelheim's long-term commitment to scientific innovation is reflected by the company's robust pipeline of cancer cell-directed and immuno-oncology investigational therapies, as well as in smart combinations of these approaches. In everything we do, we focus on people - not just data - working alongside them to develop solutions that truly meet their needs and help move cancer into the background of their lives. This drives our research approach, drawing on diverse minds and a long-term perspective to address the needs of people facing cancer today and for generations to come. Read more at https://www.boehringer-ingelheim.com/human-health/cancer.

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. 

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The largest cycling event in Slovenian history will bring 800 riders from 50+ countries to the roads of Slovenia - including Slovenian cycling stars Tadej Pogacar and Primoz Roglic

LJUBLJANA, Slovenia, May 22, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- With fewer than 140 days to go, Slovenia is gearing up to stage the 2026 UEC Road European Championships - the most significant cycling event ever held in the country. From 2 to 7 October 2026, 800 female and male cyclists from more than 50 countries will compete in 14 races.

Over five days, the Championships will host junior and elite road races and time trials. The European titles will be decided on routes from Ljubljana through ?enčur, Medvode, Kranj, Preddvor, ?kofja Loka, Vodice, Komenda, Menge?, Dom?ale, Kamnik and Cerklje na Gorenjskem.

The 2026 UEC Road European Championships will carry special meaning for Slovenian fans, who will be able to watch the best Slovenian riders compete on home roads in the national team jersey, including Tadej Pogačar, Primo? Roglič, and Ur?ka ?igart.

Through the five competition days, organisers expect around 300,000 spectators along the routes and more than 16.5 million viewers following the Championships on television and digital channels.

"A Golden Age of Cycling"

Enrico Della Casa, President of the Union Europ?enne de Cyclisme, underscored why Slovenia was the right choice: "The European Championships will take place in a country that is experiencing a true golden age of cycling. The exceptional results achieved in recent years and the development of new generations confirm the strength and vision of a system capable of developing both top-level athletes and young talents. We are convinced that the Championships will deliver races of the highest technical standard and outstanding sporting moments."

Tourism and Promotion

The Slovenian Tourist Board is backing the event with targeted communications. A dedicated landing page - offering comprehensive travel and tourist information for fans and visitors - is now live at a special landing page.

About the Slovenian Tourist Board

The Slovenian Tourist Board is the national tourism organisation responsible for promoting Slovenia as a destination in international markets. For more information, visit https://www.slovenia.info/en/press-centre/press-releases/38071-slovenia-to-become-the-european-stage-for-road-cycling-in-october

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MIAMI, May 22, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- ARKAY is proud to announce the launch of its new 200 ml Mocktail Tetra Pack Collection, a convenient, ready-to-drink line created for today's fast-moving consumers who are looking for great taste, portability, and alcohol-free options.

The new ARKAY 200 ml Mocktail Tetra Pack Collection is designed to offer a practical and modern drinking experience in a compact format. Easy to carry, easy to chill, and easy to enjoy, the 200 ml Tetra Pack is ideal for convenience stores, grab-and-go retail locations, hotels, airlines, catering, events, stadiums, parties, and everyday consumption.

With a suggested retail price of less than $3 per unit, the ARKAY 200 ml Mocktail Tetra Pack offers an affordable premium-style beverage option for consumers while giving retailers an attractive product for high-traffic locations and impulse purchases.

The collection includes popular cocktail-inspired, alcohol-free flavors such as:

Margarita

G&T / Gin & Tonic

Spritz / Aperol Spritz

Dirty Shirley

Mojito

Bee's Knees

Old Fashioned

Moscow Mule

Each flavor is inspired by classic cocktails and designed to deliver a sophisticated mocktail experience without alcohol. The compact 200 ml serving size makes it perfect for consumers who want a quick, refreshing, and convenient beverage without needing mixers, glassware, or preparation.

The Tetra Pack format also supports modern sustainability expectations. The package is 100% recyclable, lightweight, space-saving, and easier to transport compared to heavier bottle formats. Its efficient design helps reduce handling challenges for distributors, retailers, and foodservice operators, while offering consumers a practical beverage they can enjoy anywhere.

For convenience stores and grab-and-go retailers, ARKAY 200 ml Mocktails offer a strong opportunity to expand alcohol-free beverage selections with a product that is colorful, accessible, portable, and designed for impulse purchases. Whether placed in refrigerated displays, checkout areas, hotel mini-bars, airport shops, or event concessions, the ARKAY 200 ml Tetra Pack is built for visibility, convenience, and fast consumer adoption.

This new launch reflects ARKAY's continued commitment to innovation in the alcohol-free beverage market. As consumer demand for non-alcoholic alternatives continues to grow, ARKAY is expanding its product range with formats that are practical for retail, attractive to younger and health-conscious consumers, and suitable for a wide variety of occasions.

"ARKAY has always focused on making alcohol-free alternatives more accessible, enjoyable, and easy to consume," said a company spokesperson. "With the new 200 ml Mocktail Tetra Pack Collection, we are offering a convenient grab-and-go format that is perfect for today's retail environment and modern lifestyle."

With this new collection, ARKAY continues to position itself as a leader in alcohol-free beverage innovation, offering consumers a sophisticated alternative to traditional cocktails in a portable, affordable, and sustainable package.

For more information, product availability, or distribution opportunities, please contact:

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About ARKAY

ARKAY is a beverage brand offering alcohol-free alternatives inspired by traditional spirits, cocktails, and mocktails. ARKAY products are designed for consumers who want a sophisticated drinking experience without alcohol, while supporting modern trends in wellness, convenience, and responsible consumption.

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Geneva, Switzerland, May 22, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Yesterday, Global Liver Institute (GLI), in collaboration with the Egyptian Ministry of Health and Population, convened a high-level policy event, on the sidelines of the Seventy-Ninth World Health Assembly (WHA79) to translate this global policy milestone into coordinated action.

The event, comes at a critical time, following the adoption of a landmark resolution on Steatotic Liver Disease (SLD) and brought together Ministers of Health from Bangladesh, China, Egypt, Qatar, Russian Federation, senior government officials, representatives of international organizations including the European Association for the Study of Obesity, European Liver Patient Association, European Public Health Alliance, International Diabetes Federation, Liver Patient International, World Obesity Federation, and the World Health Organization, clinicians, researchers, and civil society leaders to align on priorities for implementation and identify practical pathways to strengthen national and global responses to SLD.

Discussions emphasized the importance of integrated, whole-of-government and whole-of-society approaches to metabolic health. Participants highlighted SLD as a strategic entry point for strengthening prevention, early detection, and management within primary health care systems, while advancing progress toward Universal Health Coverage (UHC) and Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) targets on noncommunicable diseases (NCDs).

"Steatotic liver disease is no longer a silent health issue. It is a growing global challenge that demands urgent political recognition and coordinated international action. Egypt is proud to stand at the forefront of global efforts to elevate steatotic liver disease on the international health agenda and advance a shared vision grounded in prevention, early detection, equity, and sustainable impact. Our collective responsibility is clear: to transform scientific progress and political commitment into tangible action that improves and saves lives worldwide," shared H.E. Professor Khaled Abdel Ghaffar, Minister of Health and Population, Egypt.

SLD affects nearly one in three people globally and is closely associated with major NCDs, including type 2 diabetes, cardiovascular disease, and obesity. Despite its scale and clinical impact, liver health has historically been under-recognized within global health frameworks, contributing to late diagnosis, fragmented care, and underinvestment-particularly in low- and middle-income countries.

Speakers underscored that elevating SLD within the core NCD agenda represents a critical shift toward more integrated and effective health system responses. By addressing SLD alongside related metabolic conditions, countries can strengthen early intervention strategies and improve long-term health outcomes at scale.

During the event, GLI launched the third edition of its Best Practices in Liver Health Policy report, featuring new case studies from Australia, China, France, Ghana, and the United Arab Emirates. The report highlights successful approaches to integrating liver health into clinical pathways and national health strategies.

"This is a milestone moment for liver health and for the global NCD response. In collaboration with the Egyptian Ministry of Health and Population, we have seen what's possible when countries and partners come together to elevate steatotic liver disease on the global agenda," Larry R. Holden, President & CEO of Global Live Institute. "This progress reflects years of collective effort, but it is only the beginning. Now, our focus must turn to implementation: translating this momentum into real-world policies, stronger health systems, and better outcomes for people everywhere."

The side event reinforced that while WHA79 marks a major step forward, sustained effort will be required to translate political commitment into measurable impact. Continued collaboration across governments, international organizations, and civil society will be essential to ensure implementation at scale.

Dr. Hans Kluge, Regional Director for Europe at the World Health Organization, emphasized that SLD is increasingly emerging from the shadows as a major global public health challenge. He noted that the true measure of progress will be in effective implementation and translating commitments into concrete action. He called upon member states to "invest in prevention policies that address what we call upstream drivers of disease such as unhealthy diet and alcohol consumption and for global health partners to rise to this challenge."

Looking ahead, GLI will continue advancing this agenda through its Pathways to Action global roundtable series, supporting countries in integrating SLD into national public health systems. Roundtables have already taken place in Croatia and the United Kingdom, with upcoming engagements planned in Egypt, Italy, Mexico, T?rkiye, France, Spain, and other countries.

Despite growing momentum, significant gaps remain. Most people living with SLD are unaware of their condition, underscoring the urgent need to expand public awareness campaigns and strengthen education among health care providers, particularly in primary care settings.

Ensuring equitable access to diagnostics and emerging therapies will also be critical to preventing widening disparities between high-income and low- and middle-income countries. At the same time, stakeholders emphasized the need to break down silos in care delivery, as SLD frequently coexists with other NCDs and requires integrated, person-centered approaches.

As global attention to SLD continues to grow, stakeholders agreed that sustained political will and coordinated action will be essential to transform this momentum into lasting improvements in prevention, diagnosis, and care worldwide.

Christine Maalouf

Global Liver Institute

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