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EBC Live Trader Cup Indonesia Kicks Off Amid NFP and FOMC Season

Tue, 29 Sep 2026 07:22:00 +0700

The live account trading competition runs from 28 September to 31 October 2026 and is open to beginner and experienced traders alike, with a minimum starting equity of USD 100.

JAKARTA, Indonesia, Sept. 28, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- EBC Financial Group (EBC) announces the launch of the EBC Live Trader Cup Indonesia, a live account trading competition taking place from 28 September to 31 October 2026.

Under the theme "Buktikan Skill Tradingmu, Rebut Gelar Juara!", this event empowers Indonesian traders to demonstrate and refine their trading expertise in authentic market conditions.

Traders can trade both forex and local favourites such as gold (XAUUSD) and compete for a chance to be among the Top 10 participants, winning from a total prize pool of up to IDR 40 million.

The competition period coincides with a series of US economic releases that often move global markets, especially the gold price. The September Non-Farm Payrolls (NFP) report is scheduled for 2 October, followed by the Consumer Price Index (CPI) inflation data on 14 October. The highlight is the Federal Reserve's Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) meeting on 27 to 28 October, with the interest rate decision announced in the early hours of 29 October, Western Indonesian Time (WIB).

For gold traders, these market-moving events present an exceptional opportunity to test their skills and strategies. Navigating the volatility brought on by NFP and FOMC releases requires careful preparation, a deep understanding of economic data and its implications, and a disciplined approach to risk management.

An Arena to Test Gold Trading Strategies

Participants are free to apply their own approach. Options range from XAUUSD scalping strategies on lower timeframes and XAUUSD SMC (Smart Money Concepts) strategies, now popular in trading communities, to classic XAUUSD support and resistance analysis. No single XAUUSD timeframe works for everyone; what matters is how consistently traders execute their own plans.

The timing is important as well. Many traders prefer trading gold during the London session, which opens at around 14:00 WIB, or the New York session in the WIB evening, when volume and volatility typically rise. The overlap between the two sessions is often the busiest window for XAUUSD traders in Indonesia.

The competition also addresses a common question among aspiring traders: what is the minimum capital required to start trading gold? Participants can join with a starting capital of USD100. Ranking is based on percentage returns, not total profit. This allows traders with smaller accounts to compete on a level playing field.

The competition also answers a question beginners often ask: what is the minimum capital for gold trading? Participants need only USD 100 in equity to join. Because rankings are based on percentage return rather than nominal profit, small accounts start on equal footing with large ones.

For those just learning how to trade gold, understanding contract size is an important first step. One lot of XAUUSD is generally equivalent to 100 troy ounces of gold, so lot sizing and knowing how to calculate XAUUSD pips largely determine the risk on each position.

Fair for Every Account Size

Rankings are determined by return rate: trading results relative to equity at registration plus deposits made during the competition. Additional deposits mid-competition increase the denominator, so they do not automatically boost a ranking. Withdrawals, on the other hand, do not affect the calculation. All winners must finish with a positive final return.

Every participant will share their trading signals within the EBC copy trading community. This transparent approach enables beginners to observe and learn directly from more experienced traders, especially during pivotal moments such as the NFP and FOMC releases.

"October will be packed with catalysts for the gold market, and that is exactly when a trader's skill shows. Through the Live Trader Cup, we want to provide a fair arena where discipline and strategy matter more than account size," said Fikri Fairuz, Marketing Manager at EBC Financial Group Indonesia.

"We encourage participants to view this competition as a valuable opportunity for growth, skill enhancement, and professional development. In our experience, the most successful traders are defined not by the risks they take, but by their ability to achieve consistent, sustainable growth," he added.

How to Join

Register through the EBC User Portal by clicking "Register Now" on the campaign page. Use a new or existing PRO or STD live account with at least USD 100 in equity, no open positions, and no active copy trades. Each participant may register up to 10 accounts but is eligible for only one prize.

Prizes are USD 1,000 (1st place), USD 500 (2nd), USD 300 (3rd), USD 100 (4th?5th) and USD 50 (6th?10th). They are credited within 30 business days after the competition ends.

Full details at https://ebcidn.com/live-trading/id/

Disclaimer: This material is for information only and does not constitute a recommendation or advice from EBC Financial Group and all its entities ("EBC"). Trading Forex and Contracts for Difference (CFDs) on margin carries a high level of risk and may not be suitable for all investors.

Losses can exceed your deposits. Before trading, you should carefully consider your trading objectives, level of experience, and risk appetite, and consult an independent financial advisor if necessary. Statistics or past investment performance are not a guarantee of future performance. EBC is not liable for any damages arising from reliance on this information.

About EBC Financial Group

EBC Financial Group, headquartered in London, UK, is a comprehensive financial services group licensed and operating in multiple key jurisdictions worldwide. The group offers over 200 Contracts for Difference (CFDs) products, including foreign exchange, precious metals, energy, stock indices, US stocks, ETFs, and cryptocurrencies. With branches in major global financial centres such as Tokyo, Sydney, Singapore, and Hong Kong, its service network covers over 100 countries and regions.

Regulation is the cornerstone of trust in the financial industry. EBC 's various operating entities hold financial regulatory licenses issued by the UK's Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), Australia's Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC), the Cayman Islands Monetary Authority (CIMA), and South Africa's Financial Sector Conduct Authority (FSCA), strictly adhering to local regulatory rules in their operations.

Leveraging its FCA-regulated liquidity access, EBC has established long-term and stable partnerships with over 50 leading banks and non-bank liquidity providers globally. By integrating clearing-grade liquidity quotes, EBC provides clients with direct access to the primary liquidity market, delivering highly competitive institutional-grade liquidity depth and bank-level spreads, allowing clients to easily enjoy extremely low transaction costs. All clients within the group can enjoy top-tier liquidity access through its FCA license; even for offshore accounts, quotes and orders are ultimately processed by a UK company.

Combining big data and AI algorithms to optimize order matching mechanisms, EBC achieves over 87.6% of its orders executed at more favourable prices. For high-frequency and high-volume traders, EBC offers the customized EBC Private Room, a dedicated segregated trading channel that conceals trading orders and avoids market order manipulation. EBC is also one of the few licensed brokers in the industry capable of providing qualified professional investors with FCA liquidity clearing accounts with leverage up to 100x.

The Group's core management team has over 30 years of experience working in large global financial institutions, having gone through multiple complete financial cycles. They have held core management positions in institutions regulated by the FCA, SEC, and CFTC, and their expertise covers key areas such as brokerage business, operations management, compliance and governance, and corporate risk management.

EBC has been named World Finance's "Best Broker in the World" for four consecutive years, earning the trust of over 5 million registered users worldwide. Upholding a long-term perspective, the Group actively fulfils its social responsibilities: as an official partner of FC Barcelona, it collaborates with the University of Oxford's Department of Economics to promote financial education, supports the UN Foundation's "United to Beat Malaria" project, and partners with the World Association of Girl Guides and Girl Scouts (WAGGGS) to advance women's empowerment and social equity.

EBC firmly believes that everyone who trades seriously deserves to be treated seriously.

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QFC-Kamar Dagang A.S. Berkolaborasi untuk Memperluas Investasi Lintas Negara

Tue, 29 Sep 2026 07:17:00 +0700

DOHA, Qatar dan NEW YORK, Sept. 28, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Qatar Financial Centre (QFC), salah satu pusat keuangan dan bisnis onshore (domestik) terkemuka, dan Kamar Dagang A.S. telah menandatangani Nota Kesepahaman (MoU) untuk memperkuat hubungan komersial dan investasi antara Qatar dan Amerika Serikat serta mendukung perusahaan-perusahaan A.S. yang ingin membangun atau memperluas bisnis di Qatar dan kawasan yang lebih luas.

Melalui kemitraan ini, kedua organisasi akan berfokus pada bidang-bidang yang menjadi kepentingan strategis bersama, termasuk pengelolaan kekayaan dan aset, teknologi keuangan, aset digital, dan teknologi untuk perusahaan.

MoU itu ditandatangani dalam diskusi meja bundar eksekutif tertutup yang diselenggarakan bersama oleh QFC dan Kamar Dagang A.S. di New York. Penandatanganan berlangsung pada pekan penting bagi berbagai agenda internasional seputar Forum Ekonomi Qatar dan Pekan Tingkat Tinggi Sidang Majelis Umum PBB (UNGA). Sebagai langkah awal implementasi MoU itu, diskusi meja bundar tersebut mempertemukan para pemimpin bisnis senior A.S. Mereka bertukar pandangan mengenai pertumbuhan regional, ekspansi lintas negara, serta perkembangan aspek regulasi, ekonomi, dan teknologi yang memengaruhi pengambilan keputusan bisnis.

Tn. Mansoor Al Khater, Chief Executive Officer, QFC, mengomentari bagaimana perjanjian itu memperkuat hubungan ekonomi dan komersial yang telah terjalin lama antara Qatar dan Amerika Serikat: "Kemitraan ini bertujuan mengembangkan hubungan kuat antara A.S. dan Qatar menjadi peluang yang lebih besar bagi bisnis di kedua pasar. Kemitraan ini akan membuka lebih banyak jalur untuk berinteraksi sehingga membantu kami untuk lebih baik dalam memahami prioritas perusahaan A.S. dan menghubungkan mereka secara lebih strategis dengan peluang di Qatar."

"Dengan lebih dari 350 perusahaan A.S. yang telah bergabung dalam platform QFC, kami memiliki landasan yang kuat untuk terus berkembang. Tujuan kami adalah mendukung perusahaan A.S. yang ingin memperluas bisnis di kawasan ini dengan menyediakan kepastian regulasi, konektivitas, dan lingkungan bisnis yang mereka perlukan untuk berkembang dengan percaya diri."

Tn. Khush Choksy, Wakil Presiden Senior Hubungan Anggota Internasional dan Timur Tengah, Asia Tengah & Turki, menyampaikan mengenai pentingnya kemitraan ini: "Program Bisnis A.S.-Qatar Kamar Dagang A.S. dengan bangga meresmikan kemitraan ini dengan Otoritas Qatar Financial Centre. Nota Kesepahaman ini mencerminkan komitmen bersama kami untuk memperluas hubungan perdagangan, investasi, dan komersial antara Amerika Serikat dan Qatar. Hal ini menciptakan peluang baru yang nyata bagi bisnis di kedua pasar. Bersama-sama, kami berharap dapat bekerja sama secara erat dengan QFC dalam berbagai program bersama, dialog bisnis, dan inisiatif yang memperkuat salah satu hubungan ekonomi bilateral paling dinamis di kawasan ini."

Tentang Qatar Financial Centre (QFC)

Qatar Financial Centre (QFC) adalah pusat bisnis dan keuangan onshore (domestik) yang berlokasi di Doha, yang menyediakan platform unggulan bagi perusahaan untuk menjalankan bisnis di Qatar dan kawasan sekitarnya. QFC menawarkan lingkungan hukum, regulasi, perpajakan, dan bisnis tersendiri yang memungkinkan kepemilikan asing hingga 100% dan repatriasi keuntungan 100%. QFC juga menerapkan tarif pajak perusahaan kompetitif sebesar 10% atas keuntungan yang bersumber dari dalam negeri. QFC menyambut baik berbagai perusahaan yang bergerak di bidang jasa keuangan maupun nonkeuangan.

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Tentang Kamar Dagang A.S.

Kamar Dagang A.S. adalah organisasi bisnis terbesar di dunia yang mewakili perusahaan dari berbagai skala di seluruh sektor ekonomi. Anggota kami mencakup usaha kecil dan kamar dagang lokal yang tersebar di sepanjang Jalan Utama di Seluruh Amerika hingga asosiasi industri terkemuka dan perusahaan besar. Selama lebih dari 114 tahun, kami telah mengadvokasi kebijakan yang mendukung iklim bisnis guna membantu pelaku bisnis menciptakan lapangan kerja dan menumbuhkan perekonomian kami.

Datalec Strengthens its Liquid Cooling Capabilities with the Appointment of Dominik Dziarczykowski

Tue, 29 Sep 2026 07:07:00 +0700

LONDON, Sept. 28, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Datalec Precision Installations (DPI), a global provider of integrated data centre delivery solutions, has appointed Dominik Dziarczykowski as Business Development Manager, strengthening the company's expertise in liquid cooling and high-density data centre infrastructure.

Dominik brings more than 20 years of experience across the IT, consulting and data centre industries, with a particular focus on high-density computing, liquid cooling and data centre efficiency.

His career includes experience with organisations including IBM, Dell, Huawei, Deloitte and Capgemini, as well as specialist roles in liquid cooling and data centre infrastructure. He previously worked with CoolIT Systems, where he focused on Direct Liquid Cooling and HPC, and most recently served as Market Development Manager, High Density & Liquid Cooling at Vertiv

At DPI, Dominik will join the Business Development team led by Richard Dobbie, Sales and Marketing Director, supporting customers and partners as Datalec continues to develop its direct liquid cooling capabilities and associated services.

Lee Eiffert, COO at Datalec, highlighted the importance of the appointment: "Dominik brings strong technical and market experience in liquid cooling and high-density infrastructure. We're delighted to welcome him to Datalec and look forward to the value he will bring to our customers and team."

Dominik commented on his appointment: "I'm excited to join Datalec at a time when AI and high-density computing are reshaping data centre infrastructure. I look forward to working with our customers and partners to develop practical liquid cooling solutions."

As a first opportunity to share his expertise in his new role, Dominik will represent Datalec at Data Centre World Asia 2026 in Singapore on 29?30 September, where he will deliver a fireside chat on liquid cooling and the evolving requirements of high-density data centre environments.

About Datalec

Datalec Precision Installations provides world-class, global data centre solutions, specialising in M&E and connectivity design, bespoke manufacturing, construction, modular solutions, installation and data centre services. Supported by unmatched technical expertise we offer consultancy, technical and critical cleaning, electronic security, and managed services to address every data centre need.

Our "One Call, One Team" approach ensures we deliver seamless, end-to-end solutions across the globe, ensuring maximum performance and efficiency. By delivering advanced, future-ready data centres, we empower our clients to embrace and lead the AI revolution. Through our rigorous project management and a proactive, personal and flexible approach, we minimise risks, reduce costs, and deliver tailored solutions that exceed client expectations. Learn more at https://datalecltd.com.

Lanson Place Celebrates Brand's First Michelin Key

Tue, 29 Sep 2026 06:58:00 +0700

Source: Lanson Place Hospitality Management Limited

Lanson Place Parliament Gardens receives prestigious global accolade of One MICHELIN Key as the Melbourne property marks its second anniversary

HONG KONG SAR - Media OutReach Newswire - 28 September 2026 - Lanson Place is delighted to announce that Lanson Place Parliament Gardens in Melbourne has been awarded One MICHELIN Key, the first MICHELIN Key recognition in the brand's history.

MICHELIN defines the One Key accolade as "a very special stay", recognising hotels for the overall experience assessed on design and architecture, service, character, value and contribution to the surrounding destination.

"This first MICHELIN Key marks a meaningful milestone for Lanson Place and serves as a profound recognition of our approach to hospitality," said Michael Hobson, Chief Executive Officer of Lanson Place Hospitality Management. "Our philosophy has always centred on creating a home-away-from-home, somewhere that guests feel a genuine sense of place and belonging. To be recognised by MICHELIN, especially as the Melbourne property celebrates its second anniversary, is a proud moment for our entire organisation and a testament to the dedication of every team member who brings our vision to life."

"Everyone at Lanson Place Parliament Gardens is honoured and proud to be awarded a MICHELIN Key," said Marcus Packham, General Manager ofLanson Place Parliament Gardens. "A beautiful building makes a first impression but it's the people looking after you, and the care they take throughout your stay, that gives a reason to return. This prestigious recognition means a great deal to our team and we are delighted that our work has contributed to such an important milestone for the wider Lanson Place brand."

The first MICHELIN Key for Lanson Place reinforces the brand's commitment to delivering comfortable, distinctive residential-style hospitality which is rooted in each destination.

For more information or to book a stay at Lanson Place Parliament Gardens, visit the hotel website.

About Lanson Place Hospitality Management Limited

Lanson Place is a wholly owned subsidiary of Wing Tai Properties Limited (Wing Tai), a publicly listed company in Hong Kong (HKEx stock code: 369). The transformative hospitality management company currently manages eight properties under the Lanson Place brand, comprising Personal Hotels and Residences in Hong Kong, Shenzhen, Shanghai, Singapore, Kuala Lumpur, Manila and Melbourne. Additionally, it manages Two MacDonnell Road in Hong Kong as well as Yiju Apartment in Shenzhen, China.

Lanson Place provides comfortable, personal sanctuaries for both short-term and extended-stay guests at central locations in major global cities. Infused by a family-like service tradition, Lanson Place creates warm and sheltered places with a club-style feel where communities form and bond. Guests can enjoy a true home-away-from-home experience.

The Group aims to grow the Lanson Place brand across the Asia-Pacific region and continues to explore both investment and management opportunities in major gateway cities.

Website: lansonplace.com

Social Media IG: @lansonplace / FB: @LansonPlacePersonalHotels&Residences

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MIMS Accelerates Product Innovation and International Growth

Mon, 28 Sep 2026 09:11:00 +0700

Issuer: MIMS Pte Ltd

Launch of new products, market expansion and AI-enabled capabilities mark the next stage of growth for a global healthcare

technology company anchored by six decades of trusted medical data and expertise.

SINGAPORE - Media OutReach Newswire - 28 September 2026 - MIMS Group, an Asia-Pacific provider of medicines information, clinical decision support, medical communications and marketing services, is accelerating product innovation and international growth as it transforms its long-standing healthcare data, content and market expertise into new technology platforms, customer applications and services.

Following the appointment of Sohil Goswami as Group CEO in January 2026, MIMS has reshaped its businesses and leadership structure to support its next phase of growth.

The company is now ready to harness its data, technology and healthcare relationships to create scalable products and new business models across markets.

Clinical Decision Support expands across products and markets

MIMS recently launched MIMS Pulse, its next-generation Clinical Decision Support platform that combines MIMS' medicines data and clinical knowledge with modern technology, flexible deployment and integration capabilities to support safer and more efficient clinical workflows.

Alongside MIMS Pulse, the company is scaling eMIMS Plus, a platform that brings MIMS' trusted medicines information into a modern digital experience designed to achieve quality use of medicine. Conceived and first launched in Australia under Goswami's guidance in his previous role leading the CDS Business, eMIMS Plus is now available in India and Malaysia with plans to expand across Southeast Asia, introduce new clinical modules, as well as extend into new healthcare categories through Drugs4Dent.

MIMS is developing its global CDS offering, building on MIMS Pulse and eMIMS Plus to take its clinical data and technology capabilities into new markets and customer environments.

Medical Marketing business transforms for global growth

MIMS' Medical Communications business is expanding internationally, with commercial capabilities in the US and UK creating opportunities with new client segments and global life sciences organisations. The business continues to develop digital events, AI-enabled content capabilities and new customer engagement models.

MIMS is exploring more connected, intelligence-led services - helping healthcare and life sciences organisations better understand their markets, engage healthcare professionals and make more informed decisions.

This work represents an important step beyond MIMS' traditional information and communications models, applying its content data and market reach to new technology-enabled services.

Goswami said:

"For decades, healthcare professionals have trusted MIMS' medicines information and expertise. Today, we are transforming that foundation into the next generation of digital products, platforms and services.

We have been reshaping the business ? bringing our capabilities together, strengthening our technology and building new ways to serve customers across markets.

Our opportunity is to turn trusted medical data, deep healthcare relationships and market knowledge into the next generation of products, platforms and services to build a MIMS that can compete and grow globally while staying relevant to the markets we serve."

The developments form part of a broader evolution across MIMS as the company builds on its established strengths while extending its products, capabilities and reach into new areas of healthcare.

Hashtag: #MIMS #MIMSPulse #eMIMSPlus #clinicaldecisionsupport #medicalmarketing #AIinhealth #digitalhealth #healthcareinnovation #healthtech #HCP

About MIMS: Empowering Healthcare Communities to Improve Patient Outcomes

MIMS is Asia's largest multi-channel provider of drug information, medical communications, events management, marketing, and recruitment services. Established in 1963, our work empowers healthcare professionals to improve patient outcomes by facilitating knowledge exchange and better decision-making. Today, MIMS is present in 17 markets globally with over two million healthcare professional subscribers to our drug & resource portal, digital and print publications.

Combining healthcare communications expertise with our established networks and presence in the Asian healthcare community, we enable clients to engage their stakeholders in meaningful dialogue through a range of medical and marketing communications services.

We facilitate long-term placement of nurses, pharmacists and doctors across the globe to match the demands of healthcare institutions looking for high-calibre practitioners.

MIMS has offices in the following global markets:

Singapore (headquarters), Australia, China, Germany, Hong Kong SAR, Indonesia, India, Ireland, Japan, Korea, Malaysia, New Zealand, Philippines, Taiwan, Thailand, UAE, Vietnam

Learn more at https://corporate.mims.com/ or follow https://www.linkedin.com/company/mims-pte-ltd/

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New iGarden K70 AI Pool Cleaner Launches in Australia: Smart Pool. Smarter Backyard.

Mon, 28 Sep 2026 08:49:00 +0700

Issuer: Fairland Group

SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA - Media OutReach Newswire - 28 September 2026 - Fairland Group's outdoor technology division, iGarden, announced the launch of the iGarden K70 AI Pool Cleaner, bringing extended runtime and whole-pool cleaning to Australian backyards. The K70 will be available for purchase in Australia starting September 30, 2026, at AUD $1,599 through the iGarden Official Store.

New iGarden K70 AI Pool Cleaner Launches in Australia

As Australia moves into the warmer months, backyard pools become popular spaces for swimming, family time and weekend entertaining. Keeping them clean, however, can mean frequent manual maintenance as leaves, dust and other outdoor debris accumulate. The K70 is designed to automate more of that routine work, giving homeowners more time to enjoy their outdoor spaces.

Up to 16 Days of Cleaning on a Single Charge

Powered by AI-Inverter technology, the K70 intelligently adjusts its operating power according to pool conditions and delivers up to 16 days of cleaning on a single charge. Its extended runtime reduces the need for frequent charging and hands-on intervention during the swimming season.

Whole-Pool Cleaning, From Waterline to Steps

The K70 is engineered to clean across the waterline, pool floor, walls, and steps. Its intelligent navigation helps the cleaner move across different pool surfaces, providing more comprehensive coverage for residential pools.

Powerful Pickup and Dual-Layer Filtration

The K70 combines Turbo 200% technology with a water flow of up to 22,000 LPH to tackle a wide range of pool debris, from large debris like leaves to fine particles. A 180 μm + 50 μm dual-layer filtration system helps capture debris across different particle sizes, while its 4-litre debris capacity allows for longer cleaning sessions with fewer interruptions to empty the collection basket.

Simple Touchscreen Control

An integrated touchscreen interface provides intuitive control directly on the device, bringing advanced pool-cleaning technology into a straightforward user experience. With long-lasting power, whole-pool coverage and high-capacity debris collection, the K70 is designed around a simple idea for Australian homeowners: less time cleaning the pool, more time enjoying the backyard.

Availability

The iGarden K70 AI Pool Cleaner is priced at AUD $1,599, with sales in Australia beginning September 30, 2026, via the iGarden Official Store.

Hashtag: #TheiGardenK70AIPoolCleaner

About iGarden

Focused on AI-powered outdoor technology, iGarden develops pool cleaners, swim jets, smart lawn mowers, pumps, and AIoT systems.

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EBANX and NetEase Games Club bring local payment methods to Latin America's booming video game market

Mon, 28 Sep 2026 08:44:00 +0700

Issuer: EBANX

Partnership unlocks card and local payment options for players in Brazil, Mexico, Argentina, Chile, and Peru as the region's gaming revenues outpace mature markets

SINGAPORE / GUANGZHOU, CHINA - Media OutReach Newswire - 28 September 2026 - Latin America is one of the fastest-growing video game markets in the world, yet millions of its players have long faced barriers to purchasing content because of how they pay.

EBANX, a global technology company specializing in cross-border payments for emerging markets, and NetEase Games Club, the official top-up destination for NetEase Games titles, today announced a partnership to expand payment access for players across the region.

Through this collaboration, NetEase Games Club will, in its initial rollout, offer players across Brazil, Mexico, Argentina, Chile, and Peru access to the region's widely used local payment methods alongside credit and debit cards. Supported methods include Pix in Brazil, SPEI in Mexico, PagoEfectivo in Peru, and the digital wallet Mercado Pago across the region.

In Latin America, only one in four adults has a credit card, while more than half of the population aged 15 and older has already made a digital payment, according to World Bank data. For those without access to credit cards, this payment gap is increasingly being filled by local payment methods, including those now available to NetEase Games Club through EBANX.

Reaching players where cards don't

In Brazil, the instant payment system Pix is used by around 170 million people, equivalent to 96% of the adult population, while around 60 million Brazilians do not have a credit card. In Mexico, only 33% have access to one, in a country where more than half of adults use the account-to-account payment system SPEI. In Peru, 37% of adults have a credit card, yet the cash-based PagoEfectivo reaches 64% of the adult population.

The commercial impact of closing that gap is well established. For EBANX merchants, integrating Pix has driven revenue uplifts of up to 37% within six months. Adding SPEI in Mexico has produced increases of up to 46% within three months and PagoEfectivo in Peru up to 19% within one month.

"The next wave of video game growth is coming from emerging markets, and Latin America is leading it," said Sean Yu, VP of Commercial for APAC at EBANX. "By combining cards with the local payment methods players actually use, NetEase Games Club is building a truly localized checkout experience, and unlocking access to a much larger share of the region's revenue potential."

A market outpacing mature regions

The five markets covered by the partnership between NetEase Games Club and EBANX are expected to generate USD 8.4 billion in video game revenues in 2026, according to Payment and Commerce Market Intelligence (PCMI) data analyzed by EBANX. Brazil, the region's largest market, is projected to reach USD 3.8 billion this year.

The Latin American video game market grew 6.4% in 2025, according to Newzoo's latest report, outpacing North America (+4.2%) and Europe (+3.6%). The region is home to 372.3 million gamers, with 69% of its online population playing games on at least one platform.

The infrastructure connecting APAC to Latin America

The partnership reflects an accelerating movement of APAC companies expanding into Latin America, driven by market saturation at home and the search for new growth corridors. EBANX has operated at the center of this dynamic for years, with an APAC headquarters in Singapore, an office in Shanghai, and a track record serving global video game leaders across more than 20 markets in Latin America, Africa, and Asia.

The company recorded 48% growth in total payment volume (TPV) in 2025, a record in its history, with APAC merchants contributing to that expansion as they increased their presence in Latin American markets. EBANX holds a Major Payment Institution (MPI) licence in Singapore and provides Chinese and broader APAC companies a single, compliant entry point into those markets.

Hashtag: #EBANX #NetEase #Fintech #Payments #Gaming #LatinAmerica

ABOUT EBANX

EBANX is the leading technology platform connecting global businesses to the world's fastest-growing digital markets. Founded in 2012 in Brazil, EBANX was built with a mission to expand access to international digital commerce. Leveraging proprietary technology, deep market expertise, and robust infrastructure, the platform enables global businesses to offer hundreds of local payment methods and streamline cross-border payments across Latin America, Africa, and Asia.

With a global footprint, it established a technology and regulatory headquarters in Singapore in 2026. More than just payments, EBANX drives growth, enhances sales, and delivers seamless purchase experiences for businesses and end users alike.

For further information, please visit:

Website: https://www.ebanx.com/en/

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

ABOUT NETEASE GAMES

NetEase Games, the online games division of NetEase, Inc. (NASDAQ: NTES and HKEX: 9999), is a leading global developer and publisher of video game IP across a variety of genres and platforms. NetEase Games' development and publishing slate includes titles such as Marvel Rivals, Where Winds Meet, Knives Out and Naraka: Bladepoint, and partnerships with major entertainment brands such as Warner Bros and Mojang AB (a Microsoft subsidiary).

For more information, please visit: https://www.neteasegames.com/

ABOUT NETEASE GAMES CLUB

NetEase Games Club is the official top-up destination for players worldwide, offering recharges and in-game items for Marvel Rivals, Where Winds Meet, Once Human, Knives Out, Identity V, and more - delivered directly to your account. Pay by credit card, local wallet, bank transfer, or NetEase Pay gift card through a secure checkout. Members earn points on every purchase and unlock exclusive rewards through GamesClub Membership.

For more information, please visit: pay.neteasegames.com

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Usai Geger Kenaikan BBM, Pertamina Jamin Pasokan Aman dan Sesuai Harga Resmi

Mon, 28 Sep 2026 08:37:00 +0700

NASIONAL, MIGAS, - Pihak PT Pertamina Patra Niaga turut memastikan operasional penyaluran bensin di seluruh Stasiun Pengisian Bahan Bakar Umum (SPBU) berjalan normal.

Konsumen diimbau tidak melakukan panic buying dan selalu memverifikasi pembaruan harga resmi melalui aplikasi MyPertamina atau kontak Pertamina 135.

Rincian Harga BBM Pertamina Tanggal 27 September 2026.

Sebagai acuan, berikut daftar harga resmi BBM di wilayah DKI Jakarta dan sekitarnya (harga BBM non-subsidi sempat mengalami penyesuaian di awal September)

? Pertalite (Subsidi): Rp 10.000 per liter

? Bio Solar (Subsidi): Rp 6.800 per liter

? Pertamax: Rp 15.950 per liter

? Pertamax Green 95: Rp 19.150 per liter

? Pertamax Turbo: Rp 19.600 per liter

? Dexlite: Rp 23.700 per liter

? Pertamina Dex: Rp 25.200 per liter

Masyarakat diharapkan tetap tenang, selektif dalam membagikan informasi di media sosial, dan hanya memercayai rilis resmi dari pemerintah atau saluran berita di percaya. **

Hiruk Pikuk Kabar Isu BBM Naik September 2026 ini

Mon, 28 Sep 2026 07:30:00 +0700

JAKARTA - Media sosial belakangan ini dihebohkan oleh peredaran infografis dan poster digital yang mengklaim bahwa harga BBM bersubsidi jenis Pertalite akan mengalami kenaikan drastis.

Dalam narasi yang beredar secara masif di platform seperti Threads, Facebook, dan TikTok tersebut, disebutkan bahwa Menteri ESDM Bahlil Lahadalia resmi mengumumkan penyesuaian harga Pertalite dari Rp 10.000 menjadi Rp 13.500 per liter mulai 26 September 2026 dengan alasan lonjakan harga minyak dunia.

Namun, masyarakat diminta untuk tidak panik dan tidak menyebarkan lebih lanjut informasi menyesatkan tersebut.

Bantahan Resmi Kementerian ESDM

Merespons isu liar ini, Juru Bicara Kementerian ESDM, Dwi Anggia, langsung memberikan klarifikasi resmi.

"Perlu kami luruskan, saat ini masif sekali konten media sosial yang berisikan informasi kenaikan harga Pertalite. Konten atau informasi ini adalah hoaks atau berita bohong," ujar Dwi Anggia kepada media.

Senada dengan hal itu, Sekretaris Jenderal Kementerian ESDM, Ahmad Erani Yustika, menegaskan kembali bahwa komitmen pemerintah belum berubah. Sesuai arahan Menteri ESDM Bahlil Lahadalia, harga BBM bersubsidi seperti Pertalite dan Biosolar dijaga agar tidak naik guna mempertahankan daya beli masyarakat.

"Pokoknya enggak ada ini, enggak ada, enggak ada perubahan, kan sudah. Pak Menteri sudah menyampaikan itu semua," jelas Erani di kantor Kementerian ESDM, Jakarta.

Pertamina Jamin Pasokan Aman

Di sisi operasional, PT Pertamina Patra Niaga juga memastikan pendistribusian Pertalite berjalan normal di seluruh SPBU Indonesia sesuai ketentuan dan harga resmi yang berlaku. Manajemen Pertamina mengimbau konsumen agar selalu memverifikasi info harga BBM secara berkala langsung melalui aplikasi resmi MyPertamina atau website resmi perusahaan.

Daftar Harga BBM Pertamina Hari Ini (September 2026)

Sebagai referensi, berikut adalah harga resmi BBM komoditas subsidi dan beberapa jenis non-subsidi utama yang berlaku saat ini (bervariasi tipis di beberapa daerah karena faktor pajak bahan bakar/PBBKB):

Jenis BBM	Kategori	Harga per Liter
Pertalite	Subsidi	Rp 10.000
Biosolar	Subsidi	Rp 6.800
Pertamax	Non-Subsidi	Rp 12.000 - Rp 12.500 (tergantung wilayah)

Masyarakat diimbau agar lebih bijak menyaring informasi dari media sosial serta tidak melakukan pembelian secara berlebihan (panic buying) karena pasokan BBM dalam kondisi aman dan harga Pertalite tetap stabil. (*)

GTCFX Sukses Berpartisipasi di Forex Expo Dubai 2026

Sun, 27 Sep 2026 08:12:00 +0700

DUBAI, Uni Emirat Arab, Sept. 27, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- GTCFX berhasil merampungkan partisipasinya di Forex Expo Dubai 2026 yang digelar pada tanggal 22?23 September di Dubai World Trade Centre.

Selama dua hari penyelenggaraan acara, pengunjung bertemu dengan tim GTCFX di Hall 2, Stan 54. Di sana, mereka mempelajari lebih lanjut beragam solusi trading perusahaan yang berada di bawah pengawasan berbagai otoritas regulator. Pengunjung juga mengenal fitur trading melalui perangkat seluler, serta komitmennya terhadap edukasi nasabah.

Teks Alternatif: GTCFX di Forex Expo Dubai 2026

Salah satu sorotan dalam ajang tersebut adalah keberhasilan GTCFX meraih penghargaan Aplikasi Trading Valas Seluler Terbaik. Pencapaian tersebut melengkapi presentasi GTC Go App yang ditampilkan perusahaan dalam pameran tersebut. Hal ini sekaligus mencerminkan komitmen berkelanjutan perusahaan untuk memudahkan trader dalam mengakses pasar keuangan global.

GTCFX juga turut berkontribusi dalam program edukasi di pameran tersebut melalui presentasi terbuka yang disampaikan oleh Jameel Ahmed, Kepala Analis GTCFX. Dalam sesi bertajuk "Tren Trading yang Patut Dicermati pada Kuartal IV 2026," Ahmed mengulas berbagai perkembangan yang memengaruhi pasar global. Presentasi tersebut membahas risiko geopolitik, ekspektasi inflasi, dan perubahan prospek suku bunga, serta potensi dampaknya terhadap harga minyak, dolar AS, emas, dan nilai tukar USD/JPY.

Presentasi lanjutan memperkenalkan merek GTC dan menyoroti pentingnya edukasi investor di tengah kondisi pasar yang semakin dipengaruhi oleh perkembangan politik dan arus informasi yang bergerak cepat. Presentasi tersebut juga menyoroti semakin kuatnya kehadiran GTCFX di Dubai, termasuk pengembangan GTC Tower sebagai kantor pusat global perusahaan.

Forex Expo Dubai 2026 memberikan kesempatan bagi GTCFX untuk berinteraksi langsung dengan trader, mitra, dan profesional di industri ini. Dalam ajang tersebut, GTCFX juga memaparkan wawasan terkini mengenai pasar serta solusi trading digitalnya.

Setelah sukses berpartisipasi dalam acara yang berlangsung selama dua hari di Dubai, GTCFX berharap dapat terus mengembangkan hubungan yang telah terjalin selama pameran tersebut. Perusahaan juga akan terus mendukung komunitas globalnya melalui edukasi pasar, teknologi, dan solusi trading yang mudah diakses.

Tentang GTCFX:

GTCFX merupakan penyedia layanan keuangan global yang menawarkan akses ke berbagai pasar keuangan melalui teknologi trading canggih dan solusi yang berfokus pada kebutuhan nasabah. Sejak tahun 2012, GTCFX telah melayani nasabah di lebih dari 100 negara dan wilayah, dengan fokus berkelanjutan pada transparansi, inovasi, dan praktik trading yang bertanggung jawab.

YYForce Mengumumkan Hasil Keuangan Semester Pertama 2026, yang Menyoroti Pertumbuhan Pendapatan sebesar 26,8% menjadi US$32,7 Juta

Sun, 27 Sep 2026 07:59:00 +0700

Pendapatan dari Outsourcing Tenaga Kerja Naik 62,4% menjadi US$15,6 Juta; Pendapatan dari Manajemen Fasilitas Terintegrasi (IFM) Naik 11,1% menjadi US$16,1 Juta

Rugi Bersih Menyusut 13,8% Dibandingkan Tahun Sebelumnya

Modal Kerja Naik menjadi US$11,9 Juta dari Defisit US$1,7 Juta pada Akhir Tahun 2025; Total Liabilitas Turun 39%

SINGAPURA, Sept. 26, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- YYForce Inc. (Nasdaq: YFOR) ("YYForce" atau "Perusahaan," sebelumnya bernama YY Group Holding Limited (Nasdaq: YYGH)), penyedia platform manajemen tenaga kerja berkemampuan AI dan manajemen fasilitas terintegrasi (IFM) yang beroperasi di Asia dan wilayah lainnya, hari ini mengumumkan hasil keuangan yang belum diaudit untuk periode enam bulan yang berakhir pada 30 Juni 2026.

YYForce membukukan pendapatan sekitar US$32,7 juta pada semester pertama 2026, naik 26,8% dari US$25,8 juta pada periode yang sama tahun 2025. Perusahaan memandang ekspansi berkelanjutan bisnis tenaga kerja dan IFM sebagai landasan operasional bagi "Visi YYForce 2030". Strategi jangka panjang ini bertujuan untuk membangun ekosistem tenaga kerja terintegrasi yang menghubungkan tenaga kerja manusia, kecerdasan buatan ("AI"), robot humanoid, dan robot layanan khusus.

Ikhtisar Kinerja Keuangan Semester Pertama 2026

Pendapatan meningkat 26,8% dibandingkan tahun sebelumnya dari US$25,75 juta menjadi US$32,66 juta.

Pendapatan dari outsourcing (alih daya) tenaga kerja meningkat 62,4% dibandingkan tahun sebelumnya menjadi US$15,55 juta.

Pendapatan dari IFM meningkat 11,1% dibandingkan tahun sebelumnya menjadi US$16,06 juta.

Laba kotor tercatat sebesar US$3,30 juta dengan margin laba kotor sebesar 10,1%, turun dari laba kotor sebesar US$4,27 juta dengan margin laba kotor 16,6% pada periode yang sama tahun sebelumnya. Penurunan tersebut terutama disebabkan oleh biaya tenaga kerja yang lebih tinggi.

Rugi operasional menyusut 32,2% dibandingkan tahun sebelumnya, dari US$7,68 juta menjadi US$5,21 juta. Penurunan ini terutama disebabkan oleh tidak adanya rugi penurunan nilai aset tak berwujud sebesar US$4,06 juta yang sebelumnya tercatat pada periode yang sama tahun lalu.

Rasio rugi operasional terhadap pendapatan turun dari 29,8% pada periode yang sama tahun sebelumnya menjadi 15,9%.

Rugi bersih menyusut 13,8% dibandingkan tahun sebelumnya, dari US$8,20 juta menjadi US$7,06 juta.

Rugi operasional non-IFRS tercatat sekitar US$2,74 juta, sedangkan rugi non-IFRS tercatat sekitar US$3,29 juta.

Kas tercatat sekitar US$3,08 juta per 30 Juni 2026.

Total ekuitas naik dari US$13,61 juta per 31 Desember 2025 menjadi sekitar US$25,36 juta. Peningkatan ini terutama didorong oleh perolehan dana sebesar US$18,55 juta melalui mekanisme penawaran saham At-The-Market (ATM).

Total liabilitas turun dari US$20,73 juta per 31 Desember 2025 menjadi sekitar US$12,66 juta. Penurunan ini terutama disebabkan oleh pelunasan utang usaha dan utang lainnya serta berkurangnya liabilitas waran.

Ikhtisar Kinerja Operasional Semester Pertama 2026:

	Untuk Periode Enam Bulan yang Berakhir pada 30 Juni,
	2026		2025
Layanan Tenaga Kerja
Jumlah unduhan Aplikasi YY Circle (Kumulatif)	998.575		586.389
Jumlah pengguna aktif bulanan Aplikasi YY Circle	35.743		30.103
Tingkat pemenuhan pekerjaan	92	%	93	%
Jumlah Pemberi Kerja	212		203

Layanan IFM
Jumlah pelanggan	218		190
Pendapatan rata-rata per pelanggan	73.682		76.095

Komentar Manajemen

Mike Fu, CEO YYForce, berkomentar: "Kami mencapai pertumbuhan pendapatan sebesar 26,8% dibandingkan tahun sebelumnya. Pertumbuhan ini didorong oleh kenaikan pendapatan dari outsourcing tenaga kerja sebesar 62,4% serta ekspansi berkelanjutan operasi IFM kami. Selain mengembangkan bisnis layanan yang sudah ada, kami juga membangun fondasi untuk mewujudkan lingkungan kerja masa depan yang memungkinkan manusia, kecerdasan buatan, fasilitas pintar, otomatisasi, dan robotika untuk semakin bekerja sama. Kami sedang menguji coba robot layanan dan berencana menerapkan alur kerja berbasis agen AI pertama kami serta meluncurkan laboratorium data pelatihan AI. Langkah awal ini mengarah pada sistem operasional yang memungkinkan setiap tugas ditangani oleh manusia atau teknologi yang paling sesuai. Sementara itu, bisnis tenaga kerja dan IFM kami yang terus berkembang menyediakan hubungan dengan pelanggan, infrastruktur tenaga kerja, fasilitas, serta lingkungan operasional nyata yang diperlukan untuk memvalidasi dan mengomersialkan teknologi tersebut. Menjelang 2030, kami berharap YYForce dapat berkembang dari penyedia layanan padat karya menjadi penyedia layanan tenaga kerja terintegrasi yang siap menghadapi masa depan. Kami akan berfokus pada peningkatan margin, efisiensi operasional, dan alokasi modal yang disiplin untuk menciptakan nilai bagi para pemangku kepentingan kami."

Jason Phua, CFO YYForce, menambahkan, "Pertumbuhan pendapatan pada periode ini diiringi penurunan margin laba. Upah per jam pekerja lepas meningkat lebih cepat dibandingkan tarif yang kami kenakan kepada pelanggan. Akibatnya, margin laba kotor kami menyusut dari 16,6% menjadi 10,1%. Kami menangani masalah ini secara langsung dengan menyesuaikan tarif kontrak saat diperpanjang serta menegosiasikan ulang atau mengakhiri kontrak yang tidak lagi mampu menutupi biaya. Kami juga memperketat penjadwalan untuk mengurangi jam kerja yang tidak ditagihkan serta mengevaluasi solusi berbasis teknologi, digital, dan otomatisasi guna meningkatkan produktivitas. Kami juga memperbaiki struktur permodalan dan posisi modal kerja. Pada akhir semester pertama 2026, kami membukukan modal kerja sebesar US$11,9 juta, dibandingkan dengan defisit pada akhir 2025, sekaligus mengurangi total liabilitas sebesar 39%. Pemulihan margin laba kotor menjadi prioritas kami pada semester kedua 2026, dan kami akan melaporkan perkembangannya dalam laporan hasil keuangan tahunan."

Hasil Keuangan Semester Pertama 2026

Total Pendapatan mencapai US$32,7 juta pada semester pertama 2026, naik 26,8% dari US$25,8 juta pada periode yang sama tahun 2025.

Pendapatan dari outsourcing tenaga kerja meningkat 62,4% dari US$9,58 juta pada periode yang sama tahun 2025 menjadi US$15,55 juta. Peningkatan ini terutama didorong oleh kenaikan permintaan pelanggan di Singapura dan Malaysia serta kontribusi dari anak perusahaan kami di Hong Kong dan Thailand.

Pendapatan dari IFM naik 11,1% dari US$14,46 juta pada periode yang sama tahun 2025 menjadi US$16,06 juta. Pertumbuhan ini didukung oleh perolehan kontrak baru, perpanjangan proyek yang sudah ada, serta kontribusi sepanjang periode dari anak perusahaan yang diakuisisi pada tahun 2025, termasuk Property Facility Services Pte. Ltd. dan Uniforce Security Services Pte. Ltd.

Laba kotor tercatat sekitar US$3,30 juta, dibandingkan dengan US$4,27 juta pada semester pertama 2025. Margin laba kotor tercatat sekitar 10,1%, dibandingkan dengan 16,6% pada periode yang sama tahun sebelumnya. Penurunan ini terutama disebabkan oleh kenaikan biaya tenaga kerja di seluruh bisnis IFM dan outsourcing tenaga kerja Perusahaan, termasuk kenaikan tarif upah per jam bagi pekerja lepas.

Rugi operasional menyusut 32,2% dari US$7,68 juta pada periode yang sama tahun 2025 menjadi sekitar US$5,21 juta. Penurunan ini terutama disebabkan oleh tidak adanya rugi penurunan nilai aset tak berwujud sebesar US$4,06 juta yang sebelumnya tercatat pada semester pertama 2025. Rasio rugi operasional terhadap pendapatan turun menjadi sekitar 15,9%, dibandingkan dengan 29,8% pada periode yang sama tahun 2025.

Rugi bersih turun 13,8% dari US$8,20 juta pada periode yang sama tahun sebelumnya menjadi sekitar US$7,06 juta. Rugi per saham biasa, baik dasar maupun dilusian tercatat sebesar US$13,62, dibandingkan dengan US$311,00 pada semester pertama 2025. Seluruh jumlah saham dan nilai per saham telah disesuaikan secara retroaktif untuk mencerminkan penggabungan saham dengan rasio 50 banding 1 dan 30 banding 1 yang masing-masing dilaksanakan pada 23 Maret 2026 dan 23 Juni 2026. Hasil keuangan semester pertama 2026 juga mencakup rugi bersih sebesar US$2,62 juta terkait obligasi konversi dan keuntungan bersih sebesar US$1,73 juta terkait liabilitas waran.

Kas bersih yang digunakan untuk aktivitas operasi tercatat sekitar US$10,99 juta pada semester pertama 2026, dibandingkan dengan US$0,63 juta pada periode yang sama tahun sebelumnya. Peningkatan ini terutama disebabkan oleh rugi operasional serta pelunasan utang usaha dan utang lainnya.

Kas bersih yang diperoleh dari aktivitas pendanaan selama semester pertama 2026 tercatat sekitar US$16,29 juta. Arus kas masuk dari aktivitas pendanaan mencakup sekitar US$18,55 juta yang berasal dari penerbitan saham biasa Kelas A sehubungan dengan penawaran saham At-The-Market (ATM) Perusahaan, serta hasil dari aktivitas pendanaan lainnya.

YYForce berencana mempertahankan pendekatan yang disiplin terhadap alokasi modal dengan menyeimbangkan kebutuhan modal kerja, kegiatan operasional yang sudah berjalan, dan investasi untuk mendukung pertumbuhan di masa depan.

Visi YYForce 2030 dan Strategi Alokasi Modal

Pada 22 September 2026, YYForce mengumumkan Visi 2030, sebuah peta jalan jangka panjang untuk membangun model Solusi Tenaga Kerja Masa Depan. Model ini mengintegrasikan kemampuan tenaga kerja manusia, manajemen tenaga kerja berkemampuan AI, teknologi manajemen fasilitas pintar, otomatisasi, dan robotika. Rencana ini dikembangkan berdasarkan bisnis Perusahaan yang sudah ada, yaitu aplikasi YY Circle dan Yolara AI untuk penyediaan tenaga kerja sesuai permintaan dan solusi tenaga kerja, serta robot humanoid dan robot layanan khusus yang ditawarkan melalui skema penyewaan dan Robotics-as-a-Service ("RaaS"). Rencana ini juga mencakup solusi manajemen fasilitas pintar melalui platform 24iFM, perangkat IoT, sensor, kamera pintar, dan teknologi otomatisasi. Yolara AI dirancang untuk mendukung perencanaan penempatan, integrasi alur kerja, koordinasi tim manusia, dan dukungan operasional berkelanjutan di seluruh solusi tersebut. Inisiatif AI, otomatisasi, dan robotika ini belum memberikan kontribusi yang signifikan terhadap pendapatan selama periode enam bulan yang berakhir pada 30 Juni 2026.

Prioritas utama YYForce dalam alokasi modal adalah mempertahankan likuiditas yang cukup untuk kegiatan operasional yang sudah berjalan, kebutuhan modal kerja, dan kewajiban kontraktualnya. Dengan tetap memperhatikan kebutuhan tersebut, Perusahaan dapat mengevaluasi investasi di berbagai bidang, termasuk teknologi manajemen tenaga kerja dan fasilitas pintar, pengembangan perangkat lunak, otomatisasi operasional, robotika komersial, infrastruktur data, ekspansi geografis, kemitraan strategis, dan akuisisi. Perusahaan berencana memanfaatkan kemitraan, skema penyewaan, dan program uji coba bersama pelanggan untuk membatasi kebutuhan modal awal. Setiap investasi akan dievaluasi berdasarkan permintaan pelanggan, kesiapan teknologi, dan tingkat imbal hasil yang diharapkan.

Proyeksi Kinerja Tahun Buku 2026

Mengingat tekanan biaya tenaga kerja pada semester pertama 2026, Perusahaan membatalkan proyeksi kinerja tahun buku 2026 yang diterbitkan pada 12 Maret 2026. Perusahaan berencana menyampaikan proyeksi terbaru bersama dengan pengumuman hasil keuangan tahun buku 2026. Investor tidak lagi dapat mengandalkan proyeksi yang diumumkan sebelumnya sebagai gambaran ekspektasi Perusahaan saat ini.

Tentang YYForce Inc.

YYForce Inc. (Nasdaq: YFOR) adalah penyedia platform manajemen tenaga kerja berkemampuan AI dan manajemen fasilitas terintegrasi (IFM), yang berkantor pusat di Singapura serta beroperasi di Asia dan wilayah lainnya. Platform solusi tenaga kerja cerdas milik Perusahaan, YY Circle, membantu klien di sektor perhotelan, makanan dan minuman, ritel, serta sektor jasa lainnya untuk memprediksi, merencanakan, dan mengoptimalkan penempatan tenaga kerja. Dalam bisnis IFM YYForce, platform perangkat lunak 24iFM dan portofolio anak perusahaan IFM yang komprehensif miliknya mendukung klien di sektor perhotelan, transportasi, perbankan, ritel, serta fasilitas serbaguna.

Dengan semakin berkembangnya kedua lini bisnis tersebut, Perusahaan secara sistematis mengintegrasikan kemampuan AI dan otomatisasi, dari dukungan pengambilan keputusan cerdas menuju manajemen tenaga kerja yang semakin otonom. Langkah ini bertujuan meningkatkan kualitas layanan, mengurangi biaya penempatan tenaga kerja, dan mendorong peningkatan margin dalam jangka panjang. YYForce, yang terdaftar di Nasdaq Capital Market, berkomitmen terhadap inovasi infrastruktur, pencapaian hasil yang terukur bagi klien, dan penciptaan nilai jangka panjang.

Pernyataan Berwawasan ke Depan

Siaran pers ini berisi pernyataan yang berwawasan ke depan dalam artian yang terkandung di Pasal 27A Securities Act tahun 1933, sebagaimana diubah, dan Pasal 21E Securities Exchange Act tahun 1934, sebagaimana diubah. Pernyataan berwawasan ke depan tersebut mencakup, antara lain, pernyataan mengenai Visi Tenaga Kerja Masa Depan 2030 YYForce; kinerja operasional dan keuangan di masa depan peningkatan margin; efisiensi operasional; perolehan kas; pengembangan teknologi; kecerdasan buatan; platform digital; manajemen fasilitas pintar; otomatisasi dan robotika; potensi penerapan robot humanoid; ekspansi geografis; akuisisi; kemitraan strategis; alokasi modal; peluang pendapatan berulang; serta komersialisasi produk dan layanan baru di masa depan. Perusahaan mendasarkan pernyataan berwawasan ke depan tersebut pada ekspektasi dan proyeksinya mengenai peristiwa di masa depan, yang disusun Perusahaan berdasarkan informasi yang tersedia saat ini bagi Perusahaan. Anda dapat mengidentifikasi pernyataan berwawasan ke depan dari sifatnya yang tidak berkaitan dengan peristiwa historis, terutama pernyataan yang menggunakan istilah seperti "mungkin," "seharusnya," "mengharapkan," "mengantisipasi," "mempertimbangkan," "memperkirakan," "meyakini," "merencanakan," "diproyeksikan," "memprediksi," "potensial," atau "berharap" maupun bentuk negatif dari istilah-istilah tersebut atau istilah serupa. Pernyataan berwawasan ke depan mengandung risiko dan ketidakpastian yang melekat sehingga peristiwa di masa depan yang dibahas dalam siaran pers ini mungkin tidak terjadi. Peristiwa dan hasil aktual dapat berbeda secara signifikan serta bergantung pada risiko, ketidakpastian, dan asumsi mengenai Perusahaan dan sejumlah faktor lainnya. Faktor-faktor tersebut termasuk, tetapi tidak terbatas pada, tujuan dan strategi Perusahaan; pengembangan bisnis, kondisi keuangan, dan hasil operasional Perusahaan di masa depan, termasuk peluncuran produk dan layanan baru, perkiraan perubahan pendapatan, biaya, dan pengeluaran Perusahaan, perkiraan pertumbuhan pelanggan, serta permintaan dan penerimaan pasar terhadap produk dan layanan Perusahaan; serta kondisi industri, pasar, dan regulasi, termasuk persaingan, kebijakan dan peraturan pemerintah yang memengaruhi industri Perusahaan, serta faktor lainnya yang dapat memengaruhi kondisi keuangan, likuiditas, dan hasil operasional Perusahaan. Untuk pembahasan lebih terperinci mengenai faktor-faktor risiko, silakan merujuk pada dokumen yang diserahkan Perusahaan kepada Komisi Sekuritas dan Bursa AS (SEC), termasuk bagian "Faktor Risiko" dalam laporan tahunan terbaru Perusahaan pada Formulir 20-F, sebagaimana telah diubah.

Ukuran Kinerja Keuangan Non-IFRS

Perusahaan menggunakan ukuran kinerja keuangan non-IFRS, seperti rugi/laba bersih non-IFRS, untuk mengevaluasi hasil operasional serta mengambil keputusan keuangan dan operasional. Perusahaan meyakini bahwa ukuran kinerja keuangan non-IFRS membantu mengidentifikasi tren mendasar dalam bisnis Perusahaan yang mungkin terdistorsi oleh dampak beban tertentu yang dicatat Perusahaan dalam hasil keuangan periode berjalan. Perusahaan meyakini bahwa ukuran kinerja keuangan non-IFRS memberikan informasi yang bermanfaat mengenai hasil operasionalnya, meningkatkan pemahaman secara menyeluruh terhadap kinerja masa lalu dan prospek masa depannya, serta memberikan gambaran yang lebih jelas mengenai metrik utama yang digunakan manajemen dalam pengambilan keputusan keuangan dan operasional. Ukuran kinerja keuangan non-IFRS memiliki keterbatasan sebagai alat analisis dan tidak boleh dipertimbangkan secara terpisah atau dianggap sebagai pengganti ukuran kinerja keuangan IFRS maupun ukuran kinerja lainnya, atau sebagai indikator kinerja operasional Perusahaan.

Ukuran kinerja keuangan non-IFRS Perusahaan tidak mencakup biaya konsultasi, beban terkait obligasi konversi, penyesuaian akuntansi satu kali, serta perubahan nilai wajar obligasi konversi dan liabilitas waran. Rekonsiliasi lengkap disajikan di bawah ini. Investor dianjurkan untuk menelaah rekonsiliasi tersebut bersama dengan laporan keuangan IFRS Perusahaan dan tidak hanya mengandalkan satu ukuran kinerja keuangan. Ukuran kinerja keuangan non-IFRS yang disajikan di sini mungkin tidak dapat dibandingkan dengan ukuran serupa yang menggunakan istilah yang sama oleh perusahaan lain. Perusahaan lain mungkin menghitung ukuran kinerja dengan nama yang serupa secara berbeda, sehingga membatasi kegunaannya sebagai ukuran pembanding terhadap data Perusahaan. Perusahaan menganjurkan investor dan pihak lainnya untuk menelaah informasi keuangannya secara menyeluruh dan tidak hanya mengandalkan satu ukuran kinerja keuangan.

Untuk informasi selengkapnya mengenai ukuran kinerja keuangan non-IFRS Perusahaan, silakan lihat bagian berjudul "Rekonsiliasi Ukuran Kinerja Keuangan IFRS dan Non-IFRS yang Belum Diaudit."

Unaudited Reconciliation of IFRS and Non-IFRS Financial Measures

US$	Six months ended June 30, 2026 (Unaudited)		Six months ended June 30, 2026 (Unaudited) Non-IFRS reconciliation
Revenue	32,659,236		32,659,236
Cost of revenue	(29,359,389	)	(29,008,975	)
Gross profit	3,299,847		3,650,261
Other income	703,883		703,883
Selling and marketing expenses	(1,152,522	)	(652,522	)
General and administrative expenses	(7,902,969	)	(6,286,830	)
Other expenses	(111,423	)	(111,423	)
Change in fair value of investment properties	(44,079	)	(44,079	)
Operating loss	(5,207,263	)	(2,740,710	)
Finance cost	(865,273	)	(452,773	)
Net loss on convertible notes designated at FVTPL	(2,617,807	)	-
Net gain on warrant liabilities	1,726,802		-
Loss before tax	(6,963,541	)	(3,193,483	)
Income tax expenses	(99,272	)	(99,272	)
Loss for the period	(7,062,813	)	(3,292,755	)
Foreign currency translation differences - foreign operations	(817,032	)	(817,032	)
Change in fair value of convertible notes designated at FVTPL due to own credit risk	1,726		1,726
Total comprehensive loss for the period	(7,878,119	)	(4,108,061	)
Loss attributable to:
Non-controlling interests	108,080		108,080
Equity owners of the Company	(7,170,893	)	(3,400,835	)

Reconciliation of Non-IFRS to IFRS Loss Attributable to Equity Owners

Loss attributable to equity owners of the Company ? non-IFRS	(3,400,835	)
Consultancy fees	(1,297,331	)
Convertible notes related expenses	(1,052,500	)
Net loss on convertible notes designated at FVTPL	(2,617,807	)
Net gain on warrant liabilities	1,726,802
One-time accounting adjustments	(529,222	)
Loss attributable to equity owners of the Company ? IFRS	(7,170,893	)

YYFORCE INC. AND ITS SUBSIDIARIES
UNAUDITED CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF FINANCIAL POSITION

	Note	June 30, 2026 (Unaudited)			December 31, 2025
		$			$
Assets
Current assets:
Cash			3,082,570			1,511,760
Trade receivables, net	4		11,063,513			12,138,342
Prepayment and other current assets	5		4,373,945			1,251,794
Amount due from related parties	18		4,054,010			501,637
Total current assets			22,574,038			15,403,533

Non-current assets:
Right-of-use assets	6		1,254,966			1,463,494
Intangible assets, net	8		5,017,595			5,174,257
Investment properties	9		2,381,942			2,445,292
Net investment in lease	10		-			2,970,685
Property and equipment, net	7		579,025			527,092
Financial assets measured at fair value through profit or loss ("FVTPL")			100,000			-
Prepayment and other non-current assets	5		179,151			422,849
Goodwill	8		5,808,574			5,808,574
Deferred tax assets			125,825			125,825
Total non-current assets			15,447,078			18,938,068

Total assets			38,021,116			34,341,601

Current liabilities:
Trade and other payables	11		4,572,651			10,837,525
Contract liabilities			572,280			-
Amount due to related parties	18		189,696			503,007
Lease liabilities, current	13		411,619			429,634
Convertible notes designated at FVTPL	12		14,379			-
Loans and borrowings, current	13		4,937,830			5,375,362
Total current liabilities			10,698,455			17,145,528

Non-current liabilities:
Loans and borrowings, non-current	13		367,687			627,526
Warrants liabilities	12		17,733			1,213,340
Deferred tax liabilities	17		645,722			645,722
Lease liabilities, non-current	13		928,611			1,099,767
Total non-current liabilities			1,959,753			3,586,355
Total liabilities			12,658,208			20,731,883

Equity
Share Capital*	14		43,966,842			24,825,837
Reserves	14		10,862,760			11,182,357
Accumulated deficit			(32,882,003	)		(25,711,110	)
Equity attributable to owners of the Company			21,947,599			10,297,084

Non-controlling interests			3,415,309			3,312,634
Total equity			25,362,908			13,609,718

Total liabilities and equity			38,021,116			34,341,601

Informasi mengenai saham dan nilai per saham disajikan secara retroaktif untuk mencerminkan reorganisasi tersebut.

YYFORCE INC. AND ITS SUBSIDIARIES
UNAUDITED CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF PROFIT OR LOSS AND OTHER COMPREHENSIVE (LOSS) INCOME

		For the six months ended June 30,
	Note	2026 (Unaudited)			2025 (Unaudited)
		$			$
Revenue	16		32,659,236			25,754,473
Cost of revenue	16		(29,359,389	)		(21,486,338	)
Gross profit			3,299,847			4,268,135

Other income	16		703,883			814,457
Selling and marketing expenses	16		(1,152,522	)		(1,562,277	)
General and administrative expenses	16		(7,902,969	)		(7,107,000	)
Impairment loss on intangible asset	16		-			(4,063,000	)
Other expenses	16		(111,423	)		(31,918	)
Change in fair value of investment properties	16		(44,079	)		-
Operating loss			(5,207,263	)		(7,681,603	)

Finance cost	16		(865,273	)		(367,270	)
Net loss on convertible notes designated at FVTPL	12		(2,617,807	)		-
Net gain on warrant liabilities	12		1,726,802			(24,075	)
Loss before tax			(6,963,541	)		(8,072,948	)
Income tax expenses	17		(99,272	)		(123,038	)
Loss for the period			(7,062,813	)		(8,195,986	)
Other comprehensive (loss) income
Foreign currency translation differences ? foreign operations			(817,032	)		290,378
Change in fair value of convertible notes designated at FVTPL due to own credit risk			1,726			-
Total comprehensive loss for the period			(7,878,119	)		(7,905,608	)

Loss attributable to:
Equity owners of the Company			(7,170,893	)		(8,246,755	)
Non-controlling interests			108,080			50,769
Loss for the period			(7,062,813	)		(8,195,986	)

Total comprehensive loss attributable to:
Equity owners of the Company			(7,980,794	)		(7,963,848	)
Non-controlling interests			102,675			58,240
Total comprehensive loss for the period			(7,878,119	)		(7,905,608	)

Basic loss per share*	15		(13.62	)		(311.00	)
Diluted loss per share*	15		(13.62	)		(311.00	)
Weighted average number of shares
Basic			526,603			26,517
Diluted			526,603			26,517

* Informasi mengenai saham dan nilai per saham disajikan secara retroaktif untuk mencerminkan reorganisasi tersebut. Selain itu, jumlah saham biasa Kelas A disajikan secara retroaktif untuk mencerminkan penggabungan saham Perusahaan dengan rasio 50 banding 1 dan 30 banding 1 yang masing-masing dilaksanakan pada 23 Maret 2026 dan 23 Juni 2026.

From Warehouses to Sidewalks: Seyond Scales LiDAR for the Next Generation of Robotics

Sun, 27 Sep 2026 07:49:00 +0700

SUNNYVALE, Calif., Sept. 25, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- As the global robotics community gathers for the 2026 IEEE/RSJ International Conference on Intelligent Robots and Systems (IROS), Seyond is highlighting a transformation already taking place beyond the research lab: robots are becoming an increasingly practical part of everyday life.

Across hospitals, warehouses, sidewalks, and commercial spaces, robots are taking on a growing range of real-world tasks. As the industry moves from prototypes and limited deployments toward broader commercialization, the challenge is no longer simply proving that a robot can navigate autonomously. It is doing so reliably, repeatedly and at meaningful scale.

Seyond is supporting this transition by bringing premium LiDAR technology to applications including healthcare and delivery robots, autonomous forklifts, AMRs, warehouse automation, humanoid robots, and other intelligent robotic platforms.

From Robotics Projects to Real-World Scale

The next wave of robotics growth is not being driven by a single type of robot.

In healthcare environments, autonomous mobile robots can transport medications, supplies, meals, and other materials throughout busy facilities. On sidewalks, delivery robots are bringing food and everyday goods directly to consumers. Across warehouses and logistics facilities, autonomous forklifts and AMRs are moving pallets, packages, and inventory alongside workers.

While these applications are different, they share a common challenge: robots must reliably understand and navigate dynamic environments designed around people.

For Seyond, the opportunity goes beyond supporting one or two robotics projects. As manufacturers move toward larger deployments, they need sensing technology that can meet production requirements without compromising the performance and reliability required for real-world autonomy.

Seyond's approach is centered on delivering premium LiDAR performance at production scale, balancing sensing performance, quality, integration, reliability, and scalability. With more than one million sensors delivered across its broader business, Seyond brings established manufacturing experience to a robotics market entering its next stage of growth.

Premium Perception, Built for Robotics

Seyond's robotics portfolio provides high-quality 3D sensing across different form factors, ranges, fields of view, and integration requirements.

The Hummingbird D1R, designed specifically for robotics applications, combines a compact form factor with a 140? ? 100? field of view and close-range detection, supporting robotic platforms that need broad environmental awareness within limited installation space.

Seyond is also continuing to expand its robotics sensing portfolio toward even smaller, lighter, and more energy-efficient form factors. These ultra-compact sensing solutions are being developed for emerging space- and power-constrained robotic platforms, where every gram, millimeter, and watt can matter.

As robots become smaller, more capable, and more integrated into everyday environments, Seyond is working to make high-quality 3D perception easier to integrate across an increasingly diverse range of robotic systems.

See Seyond at IROS 2026

At the 2026 IEEE/RSJ International Conference on Intelligent Robots and Systems (IROS), Seyond will showcase its latest robotics sensing technologies and demonstrate how its LiDAR portfolio supports applications ranging from industrial automation and autonomous material handling to emerging robots designed to operate alongside people.

Visitors can meet the Seyond team at Booth 928 to explore how high-performance LiDAR can support the next generation of intelligent robotic systems.

The future of robotics will not be defined by a handful of prototypes, but by robots performing useful work at meaningful scale across the places where people live, work, receive care, and move through their day. Seyond is building the sensing technology to help make that transition possible.

About Seyond

Seyond is a global provider of advanced LiDAR solutions for automotive, robotics, and intelligent infrastructure applications. Focused on performance, reliability, and scalability, Seyond's LiDAR technologies enable real-world autonomy across diverse operating environments. The company is committed to accelerating the adoption of safe, intelligent, and connected systems through next-generation 3D sensing.

MIHAS Awards 2026 Celebrates Excellence and Sets New Benchmark for Innovation, Sustainability and Digitalisation Across the Global Halal Ecosystem

Sun, 27 Sep 2026 07:36:00 +0700

Issuer: Malaysia External Trade Development Corporation (MATRADE)

KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA - Media OutReach Newswire - 26 September 2026 - The MIHAS Awards 2026, one of the key highlights of the Malaysia International Halal Showcase (MIHAS) 2026, concluded today at the Malaysia International Trade and Exhibition Centre (MITEC), Kuala Lumpur, recognising outstanding exhibitors that are shaping the future of the global halal industry through excellence, innovation, sustainability and digital transformation.

The 2026 edition marked an important evolution of the MIHAS Awards, with a stronger emphasis on future-ready business practices, emerging technologies, digitalisation, sustainability and inclusive growth. The awards recognised companies not only for what they have achieved, but also for how they are innovating, adapting and creating sustainable value in an increasingly competitive and technology-driven global marketplace.

A total of 13 awards were presented across three core flagship categories, namely the Excellence Awards; Innovation, Sustainability & Digitalisation Awards; and, for the first time, the Women in Export (WiEX) Awards.

Introduced for the first time in 2026, the WiEX Awards recognise exceptional women-led businesses across the Excellence and Innovation, Sustainability & Digitalisation categories, reinforcing MIHAS's commitment to promoting greater inclusivity and recognising the important contributions of women entrepreneurs and business leaders to the growth and internationalisation of the halal economy.

The 2026 awards placed greater emphasis on innovation, sustainability and digitalisation as drivers of competitiveness. In particular, the assessment recognised businesses that are leveraging digital solutions and emerging technologies, including artificial intelligence (AI), to enhance products and services, improve business processes, strengthen market reach, and create new sources of value.

This broader approach reflects the changing nature of the global halal industry, where competitiveness increasingly extends beyond product quality and commercial performance to encompass technology adoption, responsible business practices, innovation capability and the ability to respond to rapidly changing market demands.

The MIHAS Awards 2026 were open to eligible Malaysian and international exhibitors participating in MIHAS 2026. Entries underwent a comprehensive and structured evaluation process, comprising pre-assessment and pitching sessions before an independent panel of judges. The pitching component provided applicants with an opportunity to demonstrate their business achievements, innovation capabilities, sustainability initiatives and use of digital technologies and emerging solutions.

To further strengthen the integrity, transparency and credibility of the awards, an independent external auditor was appointed to observe and validate the evaluation process.

The winners were announced at the official MIHAS Awards 2026 ceremony under the following award categories:

*Product / Service Excellence Awards;

*Product / Service Emerging Star Awards;

*Product / Service Innovation, Sustainability and Digitalisation Awards;

*WiEX Product / Service Excellence Awards; and

*WiEX Product / Service Innovation, Sustainability and Digitalisation Awards.

Chairman of MATRADE, YB Dato' Seri Reezal Merican Naina Merican, said the evolution of the MIHAS Awards reflects the changing priorities of the global halal industry and the need for businesses to remain future-ready.

"The MIHAS Awards are no longer only about recognising excellence achieved today. They are also about recognising the capabilities that will shape the halal industry of tomorrow. This year, we have placed greater emphasis on innovation, sustainability, digitalisation and emerging technologies because these are increasingly important to how businesses compete and create value globally.

"The winners recognised today have demonstrated the resilience, creativity and forward-thinking capabilities needed to navigate a rapidly changing global marketplace. Through the MIHAS Awards, we hope to inspire more companies to innovate, embrace technology, compete internationally and contribute meaningfully to the continued growth of the global halal economy," he said.

Chief Executive Officer of MATRADE, YBhg. Dato' Indera Abu Bakar Yusof, said the quality and diversity of entries reflected the increasing sophistication and maturity of businesses within the halal ecosystem.

"The entries received this year demonstrate that businesses in the halal ecosystem are continuously evolving, innovating and adapting to meet the demands of a rapidly changing global market. What stood out this year was the increasing recognition of sustainability, digitalisation and emerging technologies as integral components of business competitiveness and long-term growth".

"The introduction of the WiEX Awards and the strengthened assessment framework further broaden the scope of the MIHAS Awards, while the independent validation of the evaluation process by an external auditor, reinforces our commitment to credibility and transparency. Congratulations to all the winners and finalists for their outstanding achievements and for demonstrating the dynamism and diversity of the global halal industry," he said.

Looking ahead, the MIHAS Awards will continue to evolve in line with developments across the global halal ecosystem, with greater recognition for businesses that demonstrate measurable impact, technological adoption, responsible and sustainable growth, innovation and international market potential.

The awards will continue to serve not only as a platform to celebrate achievement, but also as a catalyst for businesses to raise their standards, embrace new technologies, pursue sustainable growth and strengthen their global competitiveness.

The MIHAS Awards 2026 therefore marks more than a celebration of this year's achievements. It represents a continued commitment to shaping a more innovative, sustainable, digitally enabled and inclusive halal economy ? and to recognising the businesses that are helping to build it.

Hashtag: #MIHAS

Malaysia International Halal Showcase (MIHAS) 2026

Since it began in 2004, the Malaysia International Halal Showcase (MIHAS) has grown into a major platform for halal trade and has helped strengthen the global industry's position in halal standards, governance, and market access.

Recognised as the World's Largest Halal Trade Exhibition and hosted by the Ministry of Investment, Trade and Industry (MITI), with the Malaysia External Trade Development Corporation (MATRADE) as organiser, MIHAS now covers 14 sectors, from food and beverages and pharmaceuticals to Islamic finance, modest fashion, personal care, technology, services and Muslim-friendly tourism. The 22nd edition of MIHAS, themed "Shaping Trust, Driving Resilience", focused on regulated-by-design governance and technology-enabled trade.

MATRADE

The Malaysia External Trade Development Corporation (MATRADE) is the national trade promotion agency under the Ministry of Investment, Trade and Industry (MITI), mandated to develop and promote Malaysia's exports to the world. Through its network of domestic and overseas offices, MATRADE supports Malaysian companies in building export capabilities, accessing new markets, and strengthening Malaysia's position in international trade.

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Green SM Begins Pilot Operations In The Netherlands, Further Expanding Its Presence In Europe

Sun, 27 Sep 2026 07:33:00 +0700

Issuer: Green SM

AMSTERDAM, NETHERLANDS - Media OutReach Newswire - 26 September 2026 - On September 25, Green SM held a technical opening event in the Netherlands, marking the beginning of its high-quality pure-electric mobility service rollout in the market.

During the pilot phase, Green SM will gradually provide services in selected key areas while focusing on building its driver network, refining operational processes and establishing service standards ahead of its broader rollout.

The Netherlands is Green SM's eighth market globally and its second European market, following Denmark. The start of pilot operations in the Netherlands further expands Green SM's presence in Europe, while providing an opportunity for the company to gain deeper insights into local mobility needs and market characteristics.

During the initial phase, Green SM will provide services in Centrum, West and Zuid districts, before gradually expanding into Oost, Noord, Nieuw-West and Zuidoost, with the goal of extending coverage across Amsterdam. This phase will also allow Green SM to gather firsthand feedback from customers and drivers to further refine its services, operational processes and user experience ahead of the official launch.

Alongside the pilot operations, under its "Skilled Drivers - Bigger Opportunities" approach, Green SM is focusing on building an experienced and service-oriented driver network in the Netherlands, while offering flexible partnership opportunities with attractive earning potential and competitive benefits. These include an employment policy offering income of up to EUR 3,000 per month, as well as revenue sharing of up to 85% for drivers who choose the vehicle rental operating model.

Notably, the first group of drivers to join Green SM in the Netherlands will be eligible for a joining bonus of up to EUR 600, along with exclusive benefits for pioneer drivers. The company aims to build a professional driver network that meets standards for vehicles, safety and service quality, creating a strong foundation for its long-term development in the market.

To mark the occasion, Green SM is also offering customer promotions, including 50% off each trip, capped at EUR 30 per ride, with up to 10 uses per user, giving customers an opportunity to experience its premium electric taxi service at a special introductory price.

Mr. Richard Nabil Chahine, CEO of Green SM Europe, said: "The Netherlands is an important next step in Green SM's journey in Europe. At this stage, our priority is not simply to put the service into operation, but more importantly to build a strong foundation for a high-quality service, from selecting and supporting our driver network to ensuring a consistent customer experience. We look forward to listening to our customers, learning from the Dutch market and gradually building Green SM into a trusted electric mobility option, offering high-quality experiences at competitive prices."

As the Netherlands is one of the markets with a well-developed electric mobility ecosystem, Green SM aims to create added value by combining a well-trained driver network with a modern pure-electric fleet, delivering smooth and comfortable rides at competitive prices. From the outset, the company is prioritizing service quality and customer experience, providing an additional green mobility solution to meet the diverse needs of residents and visitors in the Netherlands, while contributing to more environmentally-friendly mobility choices.

The start of pilot operations in the Netherlands represents the next step in Green SM's international expansion strategy. Since entering its first market in Vietnam in 2023, Green SM has expanded across markets in Asia and Europe, progressively developing its green mobility model to meet the needs and characteristics of each market.

Hashtag: #GreenSM

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Amari Koh Samui and OZO Chaweng Samui invite active travellers to fill their trip with more of the experiences they love

Sun, 27 Sep 2026 07:27:00 +0700

Issuer: ONYX Hospitality Group

BANGKOK, THAILAND - Media OutReach Newswire - 25 September 2026 - A race or sporting event may be the reason to pack a bag and set off, but the enjoyment of a trip need not end at the finish line. For today's travellers, physical activity, rest, good food, time by the sea and moments with the people they travel with can all be part of the same journey.

From late 2026 into 2027, Koh Samui offers several events around which active travellers can plan a trip. These include Koh Tan Eco Trail 2026 on 3?4 October 2026 and Samui Trail 2026 on 7- 8 November 2026, as well as the Samui Regatta, which is expected to return in May 2027.

These events may be the starting point, but the moments before and after the competition help make the trip complete: preparing for the event, exploring the island, enjoying a meal after an active day, or spending a day with nothing on the schedule but relaxing by the sea.

ONYX Hospitality Group invites active travellers to experience Samui through two stays with distinct characters. OZO Chaweng Samui suits those who want to keep enjoying Chaweng's energy after the event, while Amari Koh Samui offers space to slow down and spend unhurried time by the sea, alone or with loved ones.

OZO Chaweng Samui - Enjoy Every Activity and Keep Going All Day

For those who believe a holiday does not have to mean sitting still, OZO Chaweng Samui offers a comfortable base on Chaweng Beach where an active day can unfold naturally. After a good night's sleep, guests might start the morning with a workout at TONE Fitness, head out for a run around the island or spend time by the sea with a favourite book. Later, they can relax beside the pool with a cold drink from BEACH Bar before deciding what to do next.

After a day of activity, STACKed Burger Samui turns a meal into another enjoyable part of the trip. Its comfort food and relaxed atmosphere make it a place to sit down together, share dishes, talk about the day or mark crossing the finish line with a small celebration.

The trip is for more than athletes and competitors. Friends, couples and families travelling with them can shape their own days too. One person might explore Chaweng while another relaxes by the pool or walks along the beach, before they meet again in the evening.

OZO's appeal lies in giving everyone the freedom to enjoy Samui in their own way, then come back together to share the Good Vibes.

Amari Koh Samui - Make the Most of Your Time Away, Your Way

Travel offers opportunities to discover new things and try new experiences. Just as valuable is the chance to return, rest, recharge and spend time doing what you enjoy. Amari Koh Samui invites guests to turn the hours after exploring the island and taking part in activities into a restful stay. Its beachfront setting, leafy surroundings and attentive service offer room to pause, recharge and spend time alone or with travelling companions.

After an activity filled morning, the rest of the day can move at a gentler pace. Guests might take a walk by the sea, relax beside the pool, spend time caring for their body and mind, or discover another part of Samui before meeting again over a meal. Options include an easygoing meal at Amaya Food Gallery, where Asian favourites meet a delicious variety of international flavours., or dinner at Prego Italian Restaurant, which serves Italian dishes and authentic Italian style pizza in a welcoming setting.

During the day, Amaya Caf? offers a place to stop for coffee, tea or a light bite. Guests can then end the evening by the sea at Amaya Bar, with a cold drink, the breeze and the night-time atmosphere.

For couples, this might be a day without a packed itinerary, when simply spending time together is enough. Family members of different ages can each choose what they enjoy, from a breezy walk to time in the pool. Friends can also go their separate ways for a while: one might hire a car to explore the island while another relaxes with a treatment at Breeze Spa, before they reunite to share their stories in the evening.

Recharging can mean more than taking a break. It can mean having the time and space to return to what we enjoy, from the activities we want to try and the meals we want to savour to moments with the people with whom we want to share the journey.

When the Competition Is Just the Beginning of the Story

One trip does not have to offer the same experience to everyone. Some people travel to Samui to beat their personal best. Others want to experience nature, while someone else may simply want a beautiful sea, white sand, good food and an unhurried holiday.

What gives a journey meaning is the freedom for each person to spend time doing what they enjoy, alongside moments when everyone comes back together to share their stories and experiences.

This reflects More of What You Love, ONYX Hospitality Group's approach to creating experiences. It is grounded in the belief that a great journey should give each person room to choose what they love, from relaxation, food and activities to discovering a destination and spending time with travelling companions.

In the end, the finish line may be just one moment in the trip. What makes Samui memorable may be everything that happens before and after it, and all the moments shared along the way.

The trip reflects More of What You Love by giving each person the freedom to bring more of what they enjoy into a journey together.

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About ONYX Hospitality Group

ONYX Hospitality Group, a reputable force in the Asia-Pacific hospitality industry, operates a collection of comprehensive yet complementary brands - Amari, OZO, Shama and Oriental Residence - catering to the distinctive needs of discerning business and leisure travellers across the region where it has deep expertise.

In addition to its brand portfolio, ONYX Hospitality Group also operates additional hospitality services across spa and food & beverage. With six decades of management experience, the company extends its innovative solutions throughout the region, upholding internationally recognised standards and ensuring optimal operational manoeuvrability.

By fostering enduring relationships with like-minded business partners, ONYX Hospitality Group delivers unparalleled experiences in a dynamic and competitive market, meeting the ever-evolving demands of travellers.

More information: www.onyx-hospitality.com

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QUORRA X5 Makes Its Global Debut at REHACARE International 2026 in Germany

Sun, 27 Sep 2026 07:18:00 +0700

Issuer: QUORRA

DUSSELDORF, GERMANY - Media OutReach Newswire -n26 September 2026 - QUORRA X5, a micro-mobility robot, has made its global debut at REHACARE International 2026 - International Trade Fair for Rehabilitation and Care, which opened in D?sseldorf, Germany on 23 September and runs until 26 September. As the world's leading trade fair for rehabilitation, prevention, inclusion and care, REHACARE serves as a key international platform for industry exchange and product showcase.

QUORRA is a global physical AI company focused on Door-to-Door (D2D) mobility scenarios and dedicated to developing micro-mobility robots. Its first mass-produced model, the QUORRA X5, reimagines the form factor of conventional mobility aids. Equipped with five LiDAR sensors and front- and rear-facing cameras, it uses fused LiDAR-vision perception and on-board AI for real-time, 360-degree awareness of its surroundings.

On detecting pedestrians, obstacles, steps or uneven ground, it decelerates and brakes within milliseconds, steers around obstacles and passes through narrow passages, and stops safely when the path ahead is impassable. Drop-off protection applies smooth braking on detecting a change in ground level. Smart Cruise, being demonstrated live at the show, holds a set speed while avoiding obstacles without constant joystick input; pulling the joystick back exits the mode.

A 5-inch display shows real-time system status and key operating parameters, with one-tap switching between "Sport" and "Comfort" driving modes. Over-the-air updates enable continuous improvement, while a rear-view camera and reversing collision-avoidance system bring the robot to a smooth, controlled stop. The high-end variant supports autonomous return-to-charge.

Through the iQUORRA app, users can check battery level, online status and real-time location, and operate the robot via Bluetooth remote control within effective range. Caregiver authorization and "Safe Zone" (geofencing) let caregivers define safe activity areas, with instant alerts if the robot leaves preset boundaries.

The QUORRA X5 has won two prestigious international design awards - the Red Dot Award: Design Concept and the International Design Excellence Awards (IDEA) presented by the Industrial Designers Society of America (IDSA). Retaining a stable four-wheel chassis and joystick control, it adopts a foldable body and wraparound cockpit, shedding the clinical look of traditional mobility aids for consumer-electronics styling.

The QUORRA X5 holds CE marking for the European Union and UKCA marking for the United Kingdom, meeting the safety and technical standards of global markets.

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Monaco Smart and sustainable marina awards

Sun, 27 Sep 2026 07:13:00 +0700

Monaco awards technologies driving the future of sustainable marinas

MONACO, Sept. 25, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- From autonomous charging for electric boats to energy-efficient heating and smart mooring systems, the 2026 Monaco Smart & Sustainable Marina Rendezvous, organized by M3 Monaco and hosted at the Yacht Club de Monaco, put concrete technological solutions at the center of its Innovation Awards.

Supported by the Prince Albert II of Monaco Foundation, ESA NanoTech, Bombardier, MB92 Group, Skytopia, Plus Marine, Italian Yacht Masters, Alcenza Properties and Raunautica, the awards recognized three companies at different stages of growth.

Kolbev, in the development stage, was recognized for a mobile robotic charging solution designed to allow marinas to serve electric boats without immediately investing in large fixed charging infrastructure.

"We started with electric vehicle charging and then we saw a big need for the marinas and marina electrification due to regulation in Switzerland, in Germany on the lakes, as well as the sustainability effort and we extended our offering from the EV charging to marinas," explained Jakub Kwapisz, ceo at Kolbev.

In the post-revenue category, The Warming Surfaces Company, from Finland, was recognized for heated surfaces designed to maintain comfort while reducing energy consumption.

The award for companies in the growing-revenue stage went to Italian company Seares, whose SeaDamp technology addresses one of the practical challenges of marina operations: stabilising boats and floating infrastructure. The hydraulic damping system absorbs energy generated by waves and water movement, reducing dynamic loads and stress on mooring lines.

A "Coup de Coeur" Innovation Award was also presented to Nemo's Garden (Italy) for its underwater biospheres designed to grow plants without soil or pesticides.

The awards also included an Architecture category, reflecting the event's broader focus on how marinas can be redesigned as sustainable and attractive waterfront destinations. The professional architecture award went to German practice Jasper Architects. "Our proposal for Opatija Marina in Croatia connects the existing place, the existing city with a historic sidewalk to the new marina", said Florian Alles.

The Architecture Coup de Coeur went to Francesco Gruni of the University of Pavia. The two competitions reflected the objective of the Rendezvous, as explained by M3 Monaco CEO Jos? Marco Casellini: "The goal is to discover and to award always the best innovative solution production bringing sustainability on the table."

The Awards were designed to connect innovators with marina operators, investors and industry players, helping turn new technologies and design approaches into practical solutions for the marinas of tomorrow.

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M/Y Dagger joins the SEA Index: HSH Prince Albert II discovers Benetti's new hybrid yacht

Sun, 27 Sep 2026 07:08:00 +0700

MONACO, Sept. 25, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- On the occasion of the 35th Monaco Yacht Show, HSH Prince Albert II of Monaco, President of the Yacht Club de Monaco, visited the Benetti B.Now 67M hybrid M/Y Dagger built by the Italian shipyard, which now joins the fleet of yachts certified by the SEA Index.

This certification reflects the ongoing collaboration between Benetti and the Yacht Club de Monaco in support of more sustainable and responsible yachting. It also demonstrates the Italian shipyard's commitment to integrating practical solutions designed to reduce yachts' environmental impact while maintaining their performance and comfort.

SEA Index: a standard in constant evolution developed by the Yacht Club de Monaco, the SEA Index is an independent environmental standard for assessing and comparing yachts' CO₂ emissions. Certified by Lloyd's Register and based on measurable data, it provides owners and industry professionals with a tool designed to encourage the continuous improvement of the global fleet's environmental performance.

More than 130 yachts over 24 metres are currently certified. Since the beginning of the 2026 season, certification has also been available to boats from 10 metres, significantly broadening its scope across the global fleet while maintaining an independent and rigorous methodology. This development marks a new milestone for the SEA Index, with the ambition of supporting a growing number of yachting stakeholders in measuring and improving their environmental performance.

Beyond carbon, the scheme was expanded in 2026 with a dedicated Air Quality certification, developed with AtmoSud, covering in particular nitrogen oxides (NOx) and particulate matter. A future development could also incorporate the measurement of underwater radiated noise, further broadening the assessment of yachts' environmental impact.

Following the 67-metre M/Y Kasper 7, the first Benetti yacht to obtain SEA Index certification, M/Y Dagger now joins the initiative. This new certification further strengthens the shipyard's presence within the community of yachts committed to a more responsible approach to navigation.

M/Y Dagger, a hybrid architecture designed for efficiency

With M/Y Dagger (FB288), Benetti has developed a hybrid architecture combining conventional propulsion, electric technologies and latest-generation salt batteries. This modular configuration enables the yacht's operation to be adapted to different navigation scenarios and, whenever conditions allow, to prioritise more efficient energy use.

The technology also helps reduce noise and vibrations while improving onboard comfort. The project therefore reflects the pursuit of a balance between energy efficiency, performance and quality of life.

Through this new SEA Index certification, Benetti continues its commitment alongside the Yacht Club de Monaco to support the evolution of yachting towards more responsible practices, using innovation and the measurement of environmental performance as tangible drivers of progress.

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TestMu AI Launches Test Deduplication Agent to Clean Up Test Repositories Bloated by AI-Generated Test Cases

Sun, 27 Sep 2026 06:57:00 +0700

New Test Manager capability reads test cases semantically, scores every match, and puts a human in front of every deletion; ships alongside archiving, cross-project sharing, and bulk test run actions

SAN FRANCISCO and NOIDA, Sept. 25, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- TestMu AI (formerly LambdaTest), the Full Stack Agentic AI Quality Engineering platform, announced the Test Deduplication Agent in Test Manager, an AI agent that finds duplicate and near-duplicate test cases across a project and hands teams a scored review queue to clear them.

AI has made test cases fast and easy to produce. The result, for many teams, is a repository that has grown faster than anyone can maintain it: The same login flow gets written three times. A regression suite gets copied for a release and never merged back. The cost shows up later: slower runs, fixes that miss two of the three copies, and coverage numbers that claim more than the team tests. Past a few thousand cases, nobody finds them manually.

The Test Deduplication Agent reads test cases the way a reviewer would. It analyses each case's title, steps, and description and matches on meaning rather than wording, so cases that describe the same behaviour in different words are caught, not just exact copies. Every match gets a score from 0 to 100, grouped into bands, so teams clear near-certain duplicates first and work down to cases that overlap in intent but diverge in wording.

Nothing is deleted automatically. Each duplicate is reviewed side by side against a base test case, with an AI-written summary of how the two relate. Reviewers can ignore a match, promote a better-written duplicate to become the base, or mark it for deletion. A running tally shows what has been marked, broken down by confidence band, and the final deletion requires explicit confirmation. Test runs and their results are retained.

"AI has removed the friction from writing tests, and that has quietly created a new kind of debt inside test repositories," said Mudit Singh, Co-Founder and Head of Growth at TestMu AI. "Duplicates don't look like a problem until a suite takes twice as long to run and a fix lands in one copy but not the other three. We built the Test Deduplication Agent to understand what a test case is actually checking, surface the overlap with a score, and then get out of the way so a person makes the final call."

The agent clears duplication that already exists; keeping new duplicates out is handled at the point of creation by Smart Context, which checks the existing repository before AI generates any test case. Three further Test Manager capabilities round out repository upkeep:

*Archive test cases: Retire a test case without destroying it. Archived cases drop out of lists, runs, reports, and duplicate scans but keep their ID, version history, and past results, and can be restored unchanged. Up to 500 can be archived in one action. Read more

*Share test cases across projects: Maintain a test case once in a source project and share it, with the same ID, to other projects instead of copying it. Every change reaches every receiving project; each project runs it and keeps its own results. Read more

*Bulk test run actions: Move, copy, or delete up to 1,000 test runs in one action. Moved runs keep their ID, URL, and history; copies start fresh for the next regression pass. Read more

The Test Deduplication Agent is available now in Test Manager. Each scan costs a flat five credits, charged only when it finds at least one duplicate group. For full details, see the documentation.

About TestMu AI

TestMu AI (Formerly LambdaTest) is a full-stack agentic AI Quality Engineering platform that empowers teams to test intelligently and ship faster. Engineered for scale and AI-native by design, it offers end-to-end AI agents to plan, author, execute, and analyze software quality across web, mobile, and enterprise applications on real devices, real browsers, and custom real-world environments.

Meltwater earns three Comparably Awards for benefits, culture, and employee happiness

Sun, 27 Sep 2026 06:46:00 +0700

San Francicso, CA, Sept. 25, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Meltwater, the global leader in actionable intelligence for PR, Communications and Marketing teams, has been recognized with three Comparably Awards, reflecting the company's continued commitment to creating a positive, supportive workplace where employees can do their best work.

Based entirely on anonymous employee feedback, Meltwater received recognition in the following categories:

Best Company Perks & Benefits

Best Company Work-Life Balance

Best Company Happiness

Meltwater's Employee Experience Reflected in Anonymous Feedback

"These awards are especially meaningful because they reflect the experiences and feedback of our employees," said Peyton O'Connor, Chief People Officer at Meltwater. "Creating an environment where people feel supported, valued and able to do their best work is something we continue to prioritize. From the benefits we provide to the flexibility and culture we build together, we want employees to have the support they need to thrive both at work and outside of it."

The recognition reflects Meltwater's continued focus on the overall employee experience, including programs and benefits designed to support employee wellbeing, flexibility and engagement.

With a global workforce spanning 50+ locations around the world, Meltwater's culture is rooted in the belief that when the right people are in the right environment, great things happen. The company remains committed to providing employees with opportunities to make an impact, learn and grow, while ensuring people feel supported throughout their careers.

Meltwater's Recognition Streak Continues in 2026

Earlier this year, Meltwater received 8 additional Comparably Awards, including Best Sales Teams, Best Product & Design Teams, Best Engineering Teams, Best Leadership Teams, Best Career Growth, Best Company Outlook, Best Company for Diversity, and Best Company for Women.

Comparably Awards are determined by sentiment feedback from current employees who anonymously rate their employers on Comparably.com. The data for these awards was collected over the past 12 months, ensuring an accurate representation of employee experiences.

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.