Following the success of Midea PortaSplit in Europe, Midea continues its locally focused approach to innovation. At IFA 2026, the company will showcase new laundry and floor care solutions specifically designed to meet the needs of modern European households.

BERLIN, GERMANY - Media OutReach Newswire - 2 September 2026 - Different textiles, delicate garments, pet hair, liquid spills and stubborn stains are making household cleaning increasingly complex. At IFA 2026, Midea will showcase new laundry and floor care solutions under the theme "Zoned Care. Omni Clean.", designed to address different cleaning needs in a more targeted, efficient and convenient way.

With "Zoned Care. Omni Clean.", Midea translates these diverse needs into two clearly defined solution areas. "Zoned Care" represents a more targeted and separated approach to caring for different textiles and laundry types, while "Omni Clean" focuses on delivering comprehensive floor cleaning across different types of dirt and mess. At IFA 2026, Midea will demonstrate how this approach is brought to life through new technologies, including the Midea Omni Trio multi-drum washing machine and the Midea AT8 Ultra wet-and-dry vacuum and floor cleaner.

IFA 2026 PRODUCT HIGHLIGHTS

Midea Omni Trio (Multi-Drum Washing Machine): Featuring three independent washing drums, each with its own Direct Drive motor and separate water flow system, the Omni Trio enables different textiles and laundry types to be washed simultaneously while remaining fully separated. Despite its multi-drum design, it maintains a compact standard height of 850 mm and can be installed without modifications to the existing laundry space. For added user comfort, the Omni Trio also carries the VDE "Low Noise" certification and, according to VDE, delivers low-noise performance that is 10% better than the requirements for Class A acoustic airborne noise emissions under EU Regulation 2019/2014.

Midea AT8 Ultra (Wet-and-Dry Vacuum & Floor Cleaner): Designed to address different floor-cleaning needs, the AT8 Ultra combines Easy Foam technology, 60?C hot water for stain removal, and an intelligent robotic arm for precise edge cleaning and the removal of residual water. The system is designed to reduce the need for additional cleaning detergent for up to one year.

With both new products, Midea is pursuing a shared approach: household appliances should adapt more closely to different lifestyles and cleaning needs ? not the other way around. Through "Zoned Care. Omni Clean.", Midea brings together targeted laundry care solutions with comprehensive floor-cleaning technologies.

Visitors to IFA 2026 will be able to experience the new products and technologies live at the Midea booth and learn more about the innovations behind them.

Hashtag: #Midea

ABOUT MIDEA & MIDEA GROUP

Midea is a global technology company specializing in smart home appliances, climate solutions and floor care technologies, with a focus on user-centric design, energy efficiency and sustainable innovation.

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SINGAPORE - Media OutReach Newswire - 2 September 2026 - MyRepublic announced the launch of Hyperpeer, a Game Acceleration Service for gamers in Singapore and Malaysia. The service is open to gamers regardless of which internet service provider they use. Hyperpeer optimises gaming-related routing for supported online games, helping to deliver an enhanced gaming experience with up to 30% reduction in ping.

Hyperpeer, a Game Acceleration Service for gamers.

Hyperpeer, a Game Acceleration Service for gamers.

A 24-month subscription to Hyperpeer is also included with MyRepublic's GAMER+ Broadband Plans, further strengthening the company's commitment to meeting the increasing needs of the gaming community.

Hyperpeer

Available as a standalone subscription, Hyperpeer automatically optimises routing by selecting the shortest available route to the game server, helping deliver lower latency, packet loss and jitter. With its private network dedicated exclusively to gaming traffic and not shared with other bandwidth-intensive activities such as video streaming, large downloads or file transfers, the service is designed to ensure dedicated gaming performance without compromise.

Gamers can enjoy a seamless experience with one-click connection and automatic route optimisation by downloading a lightweight desktop application designed with low PC requirements in mind. Customers can also access round-the-clock assistance through Hyperpeer's dedicated 24/7 helpdesk.

Hyperpeer is available at an introductory price of S$6.90 per month (usual price: S$9.90 per month) for the first 100 customers. Following the launch, MyRepublic will continue to enhance the service with more supported games, new features, regular updates, network expansion and optimisation, and with more supported countries to be added in 2027.

Gamers are also welcome to request the games they would like to be included as part of upcoming enhancements. To do that, they can simply do so via the Hyperpeer website.

MyRepublic's GAMER+ Broadband Plans

Hyperpeer has also been added to MyRepublic's newly launched GAMER+ broadband plans, further enhancing the ultra-low latency gaming experience enabled by the current custom network routing of optimised routes MyRepublic GAMER broadband users are familiar with.

This follows the recent launch of the Dreamcore x MyRepublic RTX5060Ti Gaming PC, the ASUS T1 RTX 5070 Graphics Card Bundle, and a refresh of gaming routers, as MyRepublic continues to enhance its propositions to better serve the gaming community.

"With the launch of Hyperpeer and our new GAMER+ proposition, we are redefining the gaming connectivity landscape. While we continue to enhance our GAMER plans, we also recognise that gamers deserve great experiences regardless of who their internet provider is. That's why we're introducing solutions that benefit gamers across Singapore, including Malaysia, and eventually the wider region. Our ambition is to make a better gaming experiences more accessible and continue supporting the community we've proudly championed since day one." said Lawrence Chan, Managing Director and Chief AI Officer, MyRepublic.

Get started

New users can activate a complimentary 7-day free trial before selecting a subscription plan with an early bird launch special promo currently ongoing.

Visit https://hyperpeer.net to create an account, start your free trial, and discover the MyRepublic gaming experience.

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The Competition and Consumer Commission of Singapore clarified that The Mineral Boutique Limited was not part of the DNA Brands investigation, as the Hong Kong beauty and wellness company looks to its next phase of growth across Asia

HONG KONG SAR - Media OutReach Newswire - 2 September 2026 - The Mineral Boutique Limited, the Hong Kong-registered owner of The Mineral Boutique brand and trademarks, welcomes the clarification issued by the Competition and Consumer Commission of Singapore ("CCS") concerning its investigation into DNA Brands Co Pte Ltd.

The Mineral Boutique Limited Welcomes CCS Clarification and Reaffirms Asia Growth Strategy

In its clarification of 11 August 2026, CCS confirmed that references to The Mineral Boutique concerned specific Singapore outlets operated by DNA Brands, and that The Mineral Boutique Limited was not subject to the investigation. This distinction has subsequently been reflected in updated media reporting.

CCS stated:

"The Mineral Boutique Limited, and any outlets other than those named above trading under The Mineral Boutique brand trademarks, were not subject to this investigation."

The distinction is important: operating particular retail outlets under a brand name is separate from ownership or management of the underlying brand.

Because the relevant Singapore outlets traded under The Mineral Boutique name, earlier public reporting sometimes conflated operation of those particular outlets with ownership or management of the underlying brand. The CCS clarification allows that distinction to be reflected accurately in the continuing public record.

The Mineral Boutique Limited supports the continued identification of the relevant Singapore outlets where necessary to assist consumers and the CCS refund process. The company has asked publishers only to ensure that the continuing public record accurately distinguishes those DNA Brands-operated outlets from The Mineral Boutique Limited and its wider business.

CCS's refund scheme identifies the relevant Singapore outlets at Jewel Changi Airport, NEX and Wheelock Place among the outlets operated by DNA Brands. Consumers who may be eligible for the refund scheme can continue to contact the Consumers Association of Singapore ("CASE") directly.

Building the Next Phase of The Mineral Boutique

With this distinction now reflected in the official record, The Mineral Boutique is focused on its next stage of development.

The Mineral Boutique is a beauty and wellness concept with an established retail and spa presence across Hong Kong and Macau. Its approach brings together mineral-powered skincare, professional treatments, advanced beauty technology and wellness within an integrated customer experience.

The brand has received consecutive recognition from Vogue Hong Kong, including Best Beauty Flash at the 2025 Vogue Hong Kong Beauty Awards and Best Anti-Aging Mask at the 2026 awards.

Kimmy Lee, Chief Commercial Officer of The Mineral Boutique Limited, said:

"The Mineral Boutique will continue to grow across Asia through a more holistic approach that connects skincare, advanced beauty technology, professional treatments and wellness.

"An upcoming collaboration with Paris-based 48 Collagen Caf? is one example of how we are extending the customer experience beyond traditional beauty retail.

"We remain focused on innovation, trusted partnerships and consistently high standards of service as we build the next chapter of The Mineral Boutique across the region."

The Mineral Boutique Limited will continue working constructively with media, partners and other stakeholders to ensure the public record remains accurate while advancing its long-term growth strategy across Asia.

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About The Mineral Boutique Limited

The Mineral Boutique Limited is a Hong Kong-registered company and owner of The Mineral Boutique brand and trademarks.

The Mineral Boutique combines premium skincare, professional treatments, advanced beauty technology and wellness experiences, with an established retail and spa presence across Hong Kong and Macau.

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Next-generation built-in oven features 350?C pizza cooking, an 81-liter capacity and smart connectivity ahead of its planned global launch in 2027.

BERLIN, GERMANY - Media OutReach Newswire - 2 September 2026 - Midea will showcase its new SpaceMaster Series built-in oven at IFA 2026 in Berlin, offering an early look at its next generation of smart kitchen appliances ahead of a planned global market launch in 2027.

At the core of the SpaceMaster Series is Midea's Graphene Turbo Hot Air Technology, designed to deliver rapid and even heat distribution. Leveraging graphene's high thermal conductivity, the heating system responds in as little as 0.2 seconds, enabling precise temperature control while reducing preheating time.

The technology also supports a dedicated 350?C pizza program. Combined with the included refractory pizza stone, the high-temperature cooking mode is designed to produce crisp, stone-baked-style pizza at home.

Key features of the Midea SpaceMaster Series include:

Graphene Turbo Hot Air Technology: Rapid 0.2-second heating response for precise and energy-efficient cooking.

350?C Pizza Program: High-temperature cooking with a dedicated pizza stone for crisp, pizzeria-style results.

81-Liter Capacity: A spacious cavity supports simultaneous cooking across three levels with independent temperature control.

Smart and Easy-Care Design: Dual self-cleaning, A++ energy efficiency, Midea SmartHome App connectivity, and compatibility with Google Home and Amazon Alexa.

The 81-liter oven is designed for households preparing multiple dishes at once, while its multi-level cooking system enables different foods to be cooked simultaneously with individual temperature settings. A dual self-cleaning system simplifies maintenance, while connected controls provide additional flexibility for everyday use.

"Cooking at home has become more than a routine task for many consumers; it is increasingly part of how people experience quality, creativity and enjoyment in everyday life," said a Midea spokesperson. "With the SpaceMaster Series, we are combining advanced thermal technology with intuitive operation to make professional cooking capabilities, including 350?C pizza baking, more accessible in the home."

Hashtag: #Midea

About Midea & Midea MOA

Midea is a global technology group ranked No. 246 on the 2025 Fortune Global 500 and No. 39 among the world's most valuable technology brands in the Brand Finance Top 100 2026. Midea has ranked No. 1 globally in microwave appliances for 10 consecutive years (Euromonitor, 2016?2025). Its Microwave & Oven Appliance (MOA) division generated USD 3.05 billion in revenue in 2025.

Midea operates seven global R&D centers, holds more than 5,500 granted patents and serves markets in more than 160 countries and regions.

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JAKARTA, INDONESIA - Media OutReach Newswire - 2 September 2026 - The Government of the Macao Special Administrative Region of the People's Republic of China convened a reception alongside the Macao Economic, Trade, and Tourism Investment Promotion Seminar in Jakarta, Indonesia, on September 1, to advance multi-domain cooperation between Macao and Indonesia at both governmental and non-governmental levels.

The event hosted over 120 business matching sessions, yielding more than 80 cooperation agreements across key sectors, including tourism, high-tech, healthcare, and conventions and exhibitions.

The event gathered over 350 distinguished guests, including Mr.Sam Hou Fai, Chief Executive of the Macao SAR; Susiwijono Moegiarso, Secretary of the Coordinating Ministry for Economic Affairs, Republic of Indonesia; and Wang Lutong, Chinese Ambassador to Indonesia. Also in attendance were members of the Macao SAR Government and entrepreneur delegations, representatives from the Chinese Embassy in Indonesia, and prominent figures from various sectors in Indonesia.

Mr.Sam Hou Fai stated that the implementation of China's 15th Five-Year Plan and the Macao SAR's 3rd Five -Year Plan will unlock cooperation opportunities between Macao and Indonesia. He noted that Indonesia is the birthplace of the "21st Century Maritime Silk Road," and both Macao and Indonesia are pivotal nodes along this route. Guided by the Belt and Road Initiative and the China-Indonesia Comprehensive Strategic Dialogue mechanism, the friendly cooperative ties are poised to deepen further.

In the first half of this year, international visitor to Macao rose by 6% year-on-year, with approximately 88,000 Indonesian tourists-ranking among the top source markets in Southeast Asia. This highlights the close ties between Macao and Indonesia in people-to-people exchanges, trade, and tourism. The Macao SAR Government is committed to promoting exchanges at all levels. By leveraging Macao's role as a vital bridgehead for China's high-level opening-up and as a "precise connector," Macao aims to strengthen all-around, pragmatic cooperation in trade, investment, MICE, tourism, and cultural exchanges, actively contributing to a China-Indonesia community with a shared future.

Edi Prio Pambudi, Deputy Minister for International Economic Cooperation of the Coordinating Ministry for Economic Affairs of Indonesia, stated in his speech that under the "One Country, Two Systems" principle, Macao has built an outstanding international reputation with its long-term stability, high degree of openness, and strong connectivity. As a vital hub for mutual learning between Chinese and Western civilizations, Macao has successfully gathered global talent, capital, and creativity. Indonesian sectors widely applaud and anticipate Macao's economic diversification.

He noted that close economic and cultural ties have driven Macao enterprises to invest in Indonesian projects like construction and transportation. In terms of tourism, Macao welcomed over 200,000 visitors from Indonesia last year, ranking Indonesia among Macao's top source markets in Southeast Asia. Indonesia's visa-free policy for Macao SAR passport holders will further facilitate mutual exchanges. Looking ahead, Indonesia and Macao share vast potential for cooperation in Halal products, Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), and connectivity.

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Axial flux technology gave Fering the flexibility to integrate a powerful electric drivetrain into its rugged platform built for extreme range, demanding environments.

Gateshead, U.K., Sept. 02, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Turntide Technologies (Turntide), a global leader in electrification and hybridization solutions, announced that Fering, a manufacturer of rugged off-road vehicles, selected Turntide axial flux motors and inverters for its hybrid vehicle.

The compact size and high power density of the technology helped Fering develop a rugged vehicle designed for long range, off-road capability and flexible deployment across multiple sectors.

Fering's vehicle uses a parallel hybrid system designed to support demanding duty cycles while maximizing efficiency and range. The propulsion system had to fit within the vehicle's existing architecture without compromising performance or capability. Turntide supplied Fering with a complete electric propulsion package consisting of:

*Axial flux motor for traction

*A motor for power generation

*Inverters for motor control

Turntide's motors provided the power density Fering needed while minimizing the space required within the vehicle. Turntide's application engineering team also worked closely with Fering during vehicle integration and testing to support successful implementation.

"Fering's vehicle platform is a good example of how hybridization can extend electrification into demanding vehicle applications," said Brad Bell, chief commercial officer for Turntide. "The compact size and high performance of axial flux technology can help manufacturers integrate electric propulsion into existing vehicle platforms while delivering the performance and capability required for next-generation vehicles."

Fering evaluated several axial flux motor suppliers during development before selecting Turntide because of the performance and reliability of its motors and the support of its engineering team.

"It's a real pleasure to be working with Turntide Technologies," said Gareth Reece, chief commercial officer, Fering Technologies. "By bringing together Turntide's world-class electrification technology with Fering's innovative approach to extreme mobility, we're creating opportunities to deliver highly capable, efficient and resilient solutions for some of the world's most demanding environments. We look forward to building on this relationship and demonstrating what our combined technologies can achieve."

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About Turntide Technologies?

Turntide Technologies designs and manufactures best-in-class electric motors, power electronics and energy storage for anything that moves.

Turntide Technologies operates in North America, the U.K. and India and serves customers in global markets and industries including off highway automotive, commercial vehicles, rail, marine, light vehicles and premium automotive.

About Fering

Fering creates vehicles that enable people to operate independently, efficiently and with confidence in places where conventional platforms cannot perform.

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TOKYO, Sept. 02, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Pacifica Hotels G.K. beserta anak perusahaannya, Furano Hospitality G.K., hari ini mengumumkan penandatanganan perjanjian waralaba dengan Marriott International untuk membuka Westin Hokkaido Furano Resort. Properti ini akan menjadi Westin Resort pertama di Jepang sekaligus hotel Westin pertama di Hokkaido.

Resor ini memiliki 195 kamar dan suite yang didesain dengan indah, sejumlah restoran, pemandian dalam dan luar ruangan, spa, serta beragam fasilitas lainnya untuk para tamu.

"Kami berharap Westin Furano dapat segera menjadi hotel terkemuka di Furano sekaligus turut meningkatkan daya tarik kawasan ini di kalangan wisatawan mancanegara," ujar Seth Sulkin, CEO Pacifica Hotels G.K. dan Furano Hospitality G.K. "Furano merupakan destinasi resor yang menawan sepanjang tahun. Kawasan ini populer pada musim panas berkat hamparan ladang lavendernya yang luas dan pada musim dingin karena salju lembutnya yang berkualitas tinggi."

Pembangunan hotel itu dimulai pada Agustus 2026 dan dijadwalkan akan dibuka pada musim panas 2029. Hotel ini hanya berjarak beberapa menit berjalan kaki dari Stasiun Gondola Kitanomine dan menawarkan pemandangan indah pegunungan di sekitarnya yang memanjakan mata para tamu. Pilihan kulinernya akan mencakup restoran Omakase dengan konsep konter serta restoran yang buka sepanjang hari, tempat tamu dapat menikmati aneka hidangan segar yang diolah dari hasil laut, daging, produk susu, dan sayuran melimpah khas Hokkaido.

Penandatanganan proyek ini menandai tonggak masuknya Pacifica Hotels ke bisnis pengelolaan hotel dan resor kelas atas premium. "Kami berkomitmen untuk membangun dan mengelola hotel-hotel berkualitas yang membuat tamu ingin menginap di sana," ujar Tn. Sulkin. "Kami melihat peluang yang sangat besar untuk membantu pengembangan Furano secara lebih lanjut sebagai destinasi internasional."

Tentang Pacifica Hotels G.K.: Pacifica merupakan operator pihak ketiga terkemuka di Jepang untuk hotel-hotel bermerek internasional. Perusahaan ini mengelola berbagai merek berdasarkan perjanjian waralaba dengan Marriott International dan IHG. Rekam jejak Pacifica mencakup pengelolaan hotel-hotel di bawah berbagai merek, seperti Moxy, Fairfield by Marriott, Courtyard by Marriott, City Express by Marriott, Garner by IHG, serta Holiday Inn & Suites.

Untuk informasi selengkapnya, silakan hubungi:

Tn. Akio Nakamura, Direktur Eksekutif, Pacifica Hotels G.K. nakamura@pacifica-cap.com

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Completion strengthens STTGDC's ability to scale AI-ready digital infrastructure, building on strong operating momentum while maintaining continuity of strategy, leadership and customer commitment

SINGAPORE - Media OutReach Newswire - 2 September 2026 - STTGDC today announced the completion of its acquisition by a KKR-led consortium comprising funds managed by global investment firm KKR and Singtel, and unveiled a refreshed global brand, marking the beginning of the company's next chapter as a global digital infrastructure platform.

The transaction strengthens STTGDC's ability to execute a strategy already in motion, with long-term capital, increased financial flexibility and the consortium's global infrastructure experience providing continued growth and momentum. Customers will continue to be served by the same leadership team, operating discipline and long-term commitment that have underpinned the company's growth for more than a decade.

Retaining the STTGDC name, the refreshed brand reflects the scale, capabilities and global platform the company has built over more than a decade. It is anchored in Built Ready, expressing STTGDC's focus on delivering the reliable, resilient and AI-ready infrastructure required by customers across Asia, the United Kingdom and Europe.

"Today marks the most important turning point in STTGDC's evolution since we founded the company more than 12 years ago," said Bruno Lopez, President and Group CEO of STTGDC. "The completion of this transaction signals the beginning of a new chapter for our company. We have spent over a decade building a global platform with the scale, capabilities and operating discipline needed to support the next generation of cloud and AI growth. With the KKR-Singtel consortium's investment, we have greater capacity to grow and execute at scale while remaining true to the values and customer commitment that have defined STTGDC from its inception. Our refreshed brand reflects both the company we have become and the responsibility we carry as digital infrastructure becomes increasingly critical to economies, businesses and communities. Built Ready is our commitment to delivering the critical infrastructure our customers need to grow with confidence, while building responsibly and sustaining the trust of governments, customers and communities."

STTGDC enters this phase with strong operating momentum and a substantial development pipeline. Since the end of 2025, operational capacity has increased by 25% to 780MW. In addition, contracted capacity has grown by 50% and annualised earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortisation (EBITDA) has risen by 30%[1], reflecting continued demand from hyperscalers, cloud service providers, AI customers and enterprises across its markets.

As AI changes the scale, density and complexity of data centre development, the industry's defining challenge is increasingly the ability to convert demand into delivered capacity. This requires more than capital or land. It depends on coordinated planning across power, cooling, design, supply chains, financing and local market conditions, together with the discipline to deliver and operate mission-critical infrastructure reliably.

STTGDC's growth strategy remains focused on markets where customer requirements, power availability, infrastructure readiness, policy alignment and long-term fundamentals support responsible development. With close to 2GW of powered land secured for assets under construction and pipeline development, the company is well positioned to convert customer demand into delivered capacity. Its global platform capabilities and local execution experience enable it to navigate the distinct operating conditions in each market.

This approach guides STTGDC's growth and investment across its global portfolio.

In India, STTGDC has 34 data centres across 10 cities and more than 613MW of IT capacity. The company is strategically scaling its IT load capacity to support the country's expanding digital economy.

In Indonesia, STTGDC has been expanding its Jakarta campus, advancing a development pipeline of more than 360MW of AI-ready IT capacity backed by secured power. Recent development milestones continue to strengthen the company's ability to support Indonesia's growing cloud, AI and digital infrastructure requirements.

Singapore remains strategically important. The selection of STTGDC to develop 50MW of sustainable, AI-ready data centre capacity will support Singapore's continued development as a trusted and resilient hub for AI, digital infrastructure and international connectivity, contributing to the country's strategic, economic and sustainability priorities.

Responsible growth will remain integral to STTGDC's business and operations. With 83.2% of electricity consumption across its operations sourced from renewable energy, STTGDC surpassed its 2028 carbon intensity reduction target three years ahead of schedule. Alongside its environmental commitments, the company works closely with governments, customers and communities to address local priorities and earn the trust that underpins its social licence to operate.

[1] For the period from December 2025 through June 2026

About STTGDC

STTGDC is a leading data centre platform enabling the cloud, AI and digital services that power how people live, work and connect. Headquartered in Singapore, the company operates across Asia and Europe, serving major hyperscalers, cloud service providers and enterprises. Built on trust and proven execution, STTGDC combines global scale, operational discipline and deep local expertise to deliver the resilient, scalable and sustainable infrastructure customers rely on to grow with confidence, unlock new possibilities and seize the opportunities ahead. For more information, visit www.sttgdc.com.

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Charles Leclerc took on Chess Grandmaster Hikaru Nakamura in a high-stakes head-to-head at the Chivas Regal Arena of Mastery

MONZA, Italy, Sept. 01, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Ahead of the Italian Grand Prix in Monza, Charles Leclerc and Chess Grandmaster Hikaru Nakamura met in a high-stakes, first-of-its-kind showdown. Brought together by Chivas Regal, the two masters faced off before a live crowd in one of the year's most unexpected matchups.

The head-to-head marked the ultimate expression of two creations born from the same mindset: Chivas Regal 16 Year Old, Leclerc's debut co-created whisky, and SE!ZE, his bespoke chess-inspired game. Inspired by the belief that success comes from deliberate choices, both were designed around the same principle: every move matters.

On one side, Leclerc, whose vision shaped both the whisky and the game, and whose pursuit of mastery has never been confined to one world. On the other, Nakamura: one of the most formidable minds in chess. Two elite competitors, one board, the ultimate test.

From the bottle to the board, Chivas Regal 16 Year Old and SE!ZE share the same DNA. Drawing on sixteen carefully selected whiskies, each aged at least sixteen years, Chivas Regal 16 is built from deliberate choices, including Charles' selection of Longmorn Single Malt, matured in sherry casks, as the whisky's signature component. SE!ZE applies this same thinking to gameplay, where every decision carries weight and nothing is left to chance. Both are a living tribute to the same belief: true mastery is never accidental.

The Chivas Regal Arena of Mastery buzzed with energy. Fans packed in to witness the live one-time-only showdown as two elite competitors from different disciplines challenged each other across a single board. Every move drew a reaction. Every decision landed with weight. This wasn't just a game. It was a live, charged demonstration of what mastery looks like when it has everything to prove.

The showdown demonstrated that the spirit behind Chivas Regal 16 Year Old extends far beyond the bottle. Co-created by Charles Leclerc and Master Blender Sandy Hyslop around the number that has defined him, the whisky reflects Leclerc's drive to constantly push further.

"I've faced plenty of challenges in my career, but stepping into the Chivas Regal Arena of Mastery was something entirely different," said Charles Leclerc, Global Brand Ambassador, Chivas Regal. "The crowd, the arena, facing Hikaru, the energy was electric. SE!ZE and Chivas Regal 16 are built on the same idea: that every choice matters and nothing happens by accident. Facing one of the greatest strategic minds in the world at my own game brought that to life in a way I hadn't anticipated. That's what Chivas Regal and I are always pushing towards: moments that test you in ways you don't expect."

Livestreamed via Chivas Regal's YouTube, the showdown offered a rare glimpse of mastery beyond its usual arena - a contest where the real aim was to prove what it means to push into the unknown.

"I've competed in front of big crowds before, but nothing quite like that," said Chess Grandmaster Hikaru Nakamura. "Charles and Chivas Regal built a game that keeps you on edge from the first move: fast, precise, with no margin for error and where every decision matters. That's the kind of challenge that reveals what you're really made of. True mastery isn't just about knowing the game, it's about how you handle the pressure when it counts."

Raise a glass to the pursuit of better. Chivas Regal 16 Year Old is available on Amazon with an RRP of ?64.00/$69.99. SE!ZE will be available to play digitally later this year. Sign up here.

Please enjoy Chivas Regal responsibly and never drink and drive.

About Chivas Regal:

Chivas Regal's spiritual home lies at Strathisla distillery in Scotland. It exports its whisky and spirit drinks to more than 100 countries across the world. Chivas Regal sells more than 4.5 million nine-litre cases every year.

 Founding brothers James and John Chivas pioneered the art of whisky blending in 19th century Scotland through a tireless work ethic and expressing a constant drive for excellence, bold entrepreneurial energy and community building.

Their values inspired the Chivas Regal ethos 'I Rise We Rise', a rallying cry for the next generation of spirits drinkers who elevate themselves and those around them, forging new paths to success and blending greatness with generosity.

Today, Chivas Regal brings this spirit to life through its long-standing association with global sports culture. The brand has recently expanded its strong commitment to sporting success as Team Partner of the Scuderia Ferrari HP team and as Official Whisky Partner of Arsenal FC.

Launched in 1909, Chivas Regal was the original luxury blended Scotch whisky. Chivas Regal has been integral to the growth of the Scotch whisky category worldwide - with a retail sales value today of over 2bn. The Chivas Regal range blends timeless classics with modern innovation and includes Chivas Regal 12, Chivas Regal 18 and Chivas Regal 25 as key products, and it has recently started expanding into spirit drink innovations.

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TEL AVIV, Israel, Sept. 01, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Teva Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd. (NYSE and TASE: TEVA) today announced that Richard Francis, Teva's President and CEO, will present at three upcoming investor conferences in September as follows:

*Morgan Stanley 24th Annual Global Healthcare Conference

Monday, September 14, 2026, at 8:30 A.M. Eastern Time (ET)

*J.P. Morgan U.S. All Stars Conference 

Tuesday, September 22, 2026, at 8:00 A.M. British Summer Time (3:00 A.M. ET)

*BofA Global Healthcare Conference 2026  

Wednesday, September 23, 2026, at 10:55 A.M. British Summer Time (5:55 A.M. ET)

To access a live webcast of the presentation, visit Teva's Investor Relations website at https://ir.tevapharm.com/Events-and-Presentations.

An archived version of the webcast will be available within 24 hours after the end of the live discussion.

About Teva

Teva Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd. (NYSE and TASE: TEVA) is transforming into a leading innovative biopharmaceutical company, enabled by a world-class generics business. For over 120 years, Teva's commitment to bettering health has never wavered. From innovating in the fields of neuroscience and immunology to providing complex generic medicines, biosimilars and pharmacy brands worldwide, Teva is dedicated to addressing patients' needs, now and in the future. At Teva, We Are All In For Better Health. To learn more about how, visit www.tevapharm.com.

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This Document and the presentation at the conferences may contain forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995, which are based on management's current beliefs and expectations and are subject to substantial risks and uncertainties, both known and unknown, that could cause our future results, performance or achievements to differ significantly from that expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements. You can identify these forward-looking statements by the use of words such as "should," "expect," "anticipate," "estimate," "target," "may," "project," "guidance," "intend," "plan," "believe" and other words and terms of similar meaning and expression in connection with any discussion of future operating or financial performance.

Important factors that could cause or contribute to such differences include risks relating to: our ability to successfully compete in the marketplace, including our ability to successfully execute on our Pivot to Growth strategy, including to expand our innovative and biosimilar medicines pipeline and to profitably commercialize our innovative medicines and biosimilar portfolio, whether organically or through business development, to sustain and focus our portfolio of generic medicines, and to execute on our organizational transformation and to achieve expected cost savings; our significant indebtedness; our business and operations in general; compliance, regulatory and litigation matters; other financial and economic risks; and other factors discussed in our Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the second quarter of 2026 and in our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2025, including in the sections captioned "Risk Factors," "Other Information" and "Forward Looking Statements."

Forward-looking statements speak only as of the date on which they are made, and we assume no obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements or other information contained herein, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise. You are cautioned not to put undue reliance on these forward-looking statements.

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NEW YORK, Sept. 01, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- WHP Global and G-III Apparel Group, Ltd. (NasdaqGS: GIII) today announced the closing of the acquisition of the Marc Jacobs brand from LVMH. Concurrently, WHP Global and G-III formed their previously announced joint venture ("JV") to co-own the Marc Jacobs intellectual property and accelerate the global growth of one of fashion's most influential brands. At closing, G-III also acquired the Marc Jacobs operating business and entered into a long-term license with the JV.

The new JV is co-owned by WHP Global and G-III, with each party owning a 50% equity stake. WHP Global leads the JV, including global brand licensing, while G-III owns and leads the operating business including wholesale, retail and e-commerce, and provides support services to the JV. Marc Jacobs will continue in his role as Founder and Creative Director, ensuring continuity of the brand's creative vision, runway collections and fashion shows. Together, WHP Global, G-III and Marc Jacobs are focused on expanding the Marc Jacobs brand's global reach and unlocking new opportunities across markets and product categories.  

"Marc Jacobs is a defining name in fashion, with powerful cultural relevance and global growth potential," said Yehuda Shmidman, Founder, Chairman and CEO of WHP Global. "We want to thank LVMH for its stewardship of this brand over nearly three decades and for being a trusted partner throughout this process. Together with G-III, we have created a powerful platform that combines best-in-class brand management with exceptional operating expertise."

"This closing marks an exciting new chapter for Marc Jacobs, a brand with a distinctive creative legacy and global reach," said Morris Goldfarb, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of G-III Apparel Group. "G-III brings the scale and expertise to build and grow global brands, and we look forward to working with the Marc Jacobs team and WHP Global to protect what makes the brand special while supporting its continued growth worldwide."

Advisors

Morgan Stanley & Co. LLC served as financial advisor to WHP Global and Gibson Dunn served as legal advisor. Morgan Stanley Senior Funding, Inc. provided debt financing to support the acquisition.  

UBS served as financial advisor to G-III, and Paul, Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton & Garrison served as legal advisor.

Barack Ferrazzano served as legal advisor to LVMH.

ABOUT MARC JACOBS

Marc Jacobs created Marc Jacobs International with Robert Duffy in 1984, basing the brand on two very simple concepts: a love of fashion and a commitment to quality. Finding the perfect balance between tradition and innovation, highlighting Jacobs' exuberant creativity, the brand has become a driving force in the industry. Part of a generation that's conscious of the world around it, sensitive to humanitarianism and social entrepreneurship, Marc Jacobs has made its mark as rebellious, unpredictable, original, unique, and authentic all at the same time. Committed to the communities around them, Marc Jacobs International leads by example, supporting over 75 charities and organizations around the world.

ABOUT WHP GLOBAL

WHP Global (www.whp-global.com) is a leading brand management platform founded in 2019 to acquire and grow consumer brands. Its portfolio includes 16+ powerful brands across fashion, sports, and hardgoods, generating over $9.5 billion in annual retail sales across 80+ countries. Headquartered in New York with offices worldwide, WHP Global partners with more than 200 leading operators and drives strategic value through proprietary initiatives, including an internal A.I. Innovation Lab.

ABOUT G-III APPAREL GROUP, LTD.

G-III Apparel Group, Ltd. is a global fashion leader with expertise in design, sourcing, distribution, and marketing. The Company owns and licenses a portfolio of more than 30 preeminent brands, each differentiated by unique brand propositions, product categories, and consumer touchpoints. G-III owns ten iconic brands, including Marc Jacobs, DKNY, Donna Karan, Karl Lagerfeld, Sonia Rykiel, and Vilebrequin, and licenses over 20 of the most sought-after names in global fashion, including Calvin Klein, Tommy Hilfiger, Levi's, Halston, Champion, Converse, Cole Haan, BCBG, French Connection, Starter, as well as major sports leagues such as the NFL, NBA, NHL and MLB, among others.

This press release contains forward-looking statements. Statements that are not historical or current facts, including statements about beliefs and expectations, are "forward-looking statements" as that term is defined under the federal securities laws. Forward-looking statements are subject to risks, uncertainties and factors which include, but are not limited to, risks relating to the ability to realize the anticipated benefits of the acquisition of the Marc Jacobs business; risks relating to significant costs related to the acquisition; the expected financial and operating performance and future opportunities following the consummation of the acquisition; risks relating to the reliance on licensed product; reliance on foreign manufacturers; risk of doing business abroad; the current economic and credit environment risks; the nature of the apparel industry, including changing customer demand and tastes; risks of operating a retail business; customer concentration; seasonality; customer acceptance of new products; the impact of competitive products and pricing; dependence on existing management; and possible disruption from acquisitions, as well as other risks detailed in G-III's filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission. G-III assumes no obligation to update the information in this press release.

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NEW YORK, Sept. 01, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- DKNY unveils its Fall 2026 campaign starring Iris Law and Amelia Gray, two defining figures capturing a new generation of style. Across New York City, the campaign celebrates their individuality through effortless twinning looks that bring their take on DKNY to life. United by the city's energy, confidence, and attitude, they embody the unmistakable spirit of the brand.

Together in the campaign with creative direction by Trey Laird, and photography by Mikael Jansson, Iris and Amelia explore a series of bold, playful dualities, revealing their singular personalities through a shared style language. Amelia brings a sharp, minimalist edge, while Iris channels an alluring downtown attitude. As the city unfolds around them, their mix-and-match approach comes into focus. In one image, they wear the same pinstriped minidress; in another, they style an identical faux fur animal-print coat ? proving that the same look can make a completely different statement. Whether embracing twinning looks or taking contrasting stylistic directions, they showcase the versatility and range of the Fall 2026 collection within a single frame.

"I was excited to team up with Amelia on the DKNY Fall '26 campaign. It was about bringing complementary energy to the looks and how we could embody different facets of this New York energy," says Iris Law.

Amelia Gray adds, "Shooting my second DKNY campaign, now with my friend Iris, was all about channeling the looks in our way while creating a double expression of personal style. I love how DKNY has tapped into highly wearable clothes that also give off instant attitude - this feels like how I like to dress."

The collection is rooted in DKNY's signature codes, timeless yet unmistakably of the moment. A monochromatic palette nods to the New York City skyline, while statement looks draw inspiration from the city's vibrant downtown scene. Tailored vests and blazers balance masculine and feminine sensibilities, while a menswear-inspired vegan leather bomber jacket feels effortlessly cool when paired with denim. Iris and Amelia demonstrate different ways to define the silhouette, from a cropped knit balanced by relaxed trousers to an oversized sporty top styled with leggings and heels. Completing each look is a selection of DKNY handbags, including the Rivington Satchel and the Bryar Satchel, distinguished by its perfectly inspired belt and pocket detailing designs that are equal parts pragmatic and chic.

"We are excited to welcome Iris Law and Amelia Gray as the faces of DKNY's Fall campaign," says Jeff Goldfarb, EVP, G-III Apparel Group. "Together, they embody the confidence, individuality and effortless style that have always defined DKNY. Through their distinct perspectives, they bring a fresh expression of the brand while celebrating the energy and creative influence of New York City."

American model and social media personality Amelia Gray is known for her runway, campaign, and editorial work. British supermodel, actress and creative force, Iris Law, continues to move effortlessly between fashion, screen and the entrepreneurial space.

Launching globally across DKNY's owned channels and a broad media rollout spanning social, digital, outdoor, and print, the Fall 2026 campaign reinforces the brand's enduring connection to New York and the evolving women who define it. Together, Iris and Amelia present a portrait of the modern DKNY woman-confident, effortless, and uniquely herself. The collection will be able to shop globally on DKNY.com and select retailers, starting September 1st, 2026.

Creative Direction by Trey Laird

Photographed by Mikael Jansson

Styled by Clare Richardson

Hair by James Pecis

Makeup by Hannah Murray

BTS by Natalie Paul

ABOUT DKNY

Since its inception in 1989, DKNY has been synonymous with New York-inspired by the energy and attitude of the city. Founded on a pair of jeans and the speed of sport, DKNY is utility and purpose-it's practical and contemporary. Drawing on Donna Karan's original principle of designing for the woman who never knew where the day would take her, DKNY has transformed into a global lifestyle powerhouse: the dynamic wardrobe of everything you need to live a New York life-wherever that may be. Today, we reimagine and reinvent once again-our love for New York City, serving as both muse and mentor. From stitch to silhouette, we invite the world to explore new collections where culture, confidence, and the heartbeat of New York converge and become part of a brand that is not just worn-but lived. This is our love letter to the authentic street style and boundless energy that define the very DNA of New York-a narrative that unfolds in a new era of accessibility.

ABOUT G-III APPAREL GROUP, LTD.

G-III Apparel Group, Ltd. is a global fashion leader with expertise in design, sourcing, distribution, and marketing. The Company owns and licenses a portfolio of more than 30 preeminent brands, each differentiated by unique brand propositions, product categories, and consumer touchpoints. G-III owns ten iconic brands, including DKNY, Donna Karan, Karl Lagerfeld, Sonia Rykiel, and Vilebrequin, and licenses over 20 of the most sought-after names in global fashion, including Levi's, Halston, Champion, Converse, Cole Haan, BCBG, French Connection, Calvin Klein, Tommy Hilfiger, Starter, as well as major sports leagues such as the NFL, NBA, NHL and MLB, among others.

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AI emerges as the defining innovation driver at 114% growth in patent filings, reshaping semiconductor R&D investment across every layer of the technology stack

BOSTON, Sept. 01, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Anaqua, the leading provider of innovation and intellectual property (IP) management technology and services, today announced key findings from its 2026 Semiconductor Industry Patent Report: AI & Innovation Trends, published earlier today. The report, an analysis of global semiconductor patent activity, reveals a market undergoing structural transformation, driven significantly by the demands of artificial intelligence (AI).

While overall semiconductor patenting grew 78% over the last five years, patents at the intersection of AI and semiconductors grew 114%, which is nearly 40 percent faster. AI is not merely influencing semiconductor innovation, it is increasingly defining it at every level of the technology stack ? across chip architecture, graphics processing units (GPUs), inference processors and custom accelerators for hyperscalers.

"Semiconductors are the foundation of the technology industry, and their advances unlock entire new categories of innovation," said Toni Njim, chief product officer, Anaqua. "We set out to measure exactly how much artificial intelligence (AI) is driving that foundation forward, and the answer is clear: AI isn't just influencing semiconductor innovation anymore. It's defining it and the scale of that impact is astounding."

Using Anaqua's AcclaimIP patent analytics platform to analyze more than 700,000 semiconductor patent filings, the report shows AI's influence on nearly every layer of chip innovation.

Key Findings from Anaqua's 2026 Semiconductor Industry Patent Report:

AI is a disproportionate, structural driver of semiconductor innovation. It's not just a cyclical bump. AI-and-semiconductor patents grew 114% versus 78% for the broader combined universe. A closer examination of key semiconductor subcategories across the AI landscape makes it even more evident that AI is driving an outsized impact on the chip market. This isn't a niche trend: AI has become the primary organizing force behind where semiconductor R&D investment and patent filings are being directed.

NVIDIA's patent footprint may appear smaller relative to its market dominance because its moat isn't in hardware. NVIDIA holds just 49 GPU-titled semiconductor patents (ranking #7) and ranks #15 in inference chips. Its durable advantage lies in its CUDA (Compute Unified Device Architecture) software ecosystem, introduced in 2006.

IBM leads where the science is hardest. IBM tops AI-semiconductor crossover filings (794) and analog AI (389), with a footprint concentrated in frontier technologies. These include quantum computing, neuromorphic chips and phase-change memory that encodes neural-network weights directly onto the chip (claiming roughly 14 times better energy efficiency, now reaching commercial deployment via its Spyre accelerator).

Qualcomm is quickly pivoting from mobile into the data center. Long anchored in on-device and edge AI, Qualcomm now ranks #9 in inference (655 filings, notably with none granted five years ago) and shows some of the steepest growth in the report, up 186% in AI architecture (252 filings), with a rising GPU position (#4, 134 filings). Its analog work spans neuromorphic mobile circuits and its new AI200/AI250 data-center inference accelerators, which lean on power efficiency and memory capacity as differentiators against competitors.

Samsung is leveraging its memory position into broad AI-hardware leadership. Samsung leads AI architecture patenting (1,194 filings), leads HBM (107 filings), and ranks second in both inference and analog AI, spanning neural processing units (NPUs), processing-in-memory (PIM), and its Exynos system-on-chip (SoC) line. It's the clearest case of a memory manufacturer converting that base into end-to-end AI-chip strength.

China dominates AI inference patenting by a significant margin and is rising fast in GPUs. Chinese government-affiliated entities lead inference and accelerator filings with 5,387 over five years, far ahead of Samsung's 1,897, spreading across universities, national labs and state research institutes. The same entities rank third in GPU filings, with startups like Moore Threads and Muxi emerging. This can be read as the result of a chip-sovereignty response to U.S. export restrictions.

Intel is strategically positioned for an AI future. Intel leads GPU semiconductor filings with 188. It ranks second, with 967 filings, in the AI-in-IC (integrated circuits)-architecture space. Intel ranks third with 23 patents that address HBM, and fifth in patents granted (225) at the convergence of AI and analog ICs, ranking 8th in inference semiconductor patents with 792.

Hyperscalers have become silicon designers. Alphabet/Google's tensor processing unit (TPU) and Microsoft's Maia accelerator-related patenting appear across nearly every AI-and-semiconductor patenting intersection. This reflects cloud giants designing custom chips for their own workloads rather than buying off the shelf, a vertical-integration shift emerging in terms of who controls AI hardware.

Anaqua's Semiconductor Industry Patent Report

Anaqua's Semiconductor Industry Patent Report is based on an analysis of 713,755 total semiconductor-related filings over the latest five-year period, including more than 174,000 in the most recent 12-month period alone. The report was generated using data from Anaqua's AcclaimIP patent analytics platform, accessed between May and June of 2026. All queries were executed via the AcclaimIP Model Context Protocol (MCP) connector, enabling direct programmatic access to the full patent database. For a free copy of the report, please visit https://go.anaqua.com/2026-semiconductor-patent-report.

About Anaqua

Anaqua, Inc. is a premier provider of integrated intellectual property (IP) management technology solutions and services for corporations and law firms. Its IP management software platforms offer best practice workflows with big data analytics and tech-enabled services to create an intelligent environment designed to inform IP strategy, enable IP decision-making, and streamline IP operations, and protect organizations' freedom to operate tailored to each segment's needs. Today, nearly half of the top 100 U.S. patent filers and global brands, as well as a growing number of law firms worldwide use Anaqua's solutions. Over two million IP executives, attorneys, paralegals, administrators, and innovators use the platform for their IP management needs. The company's global operations are headquartered in Boston, with offices across the U.S., Europe, Asia, and Australia. For additional information, please visit Anaqua.com, or on Anaqua's LinkedIn.

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HONG KONG SAR - Media OutReach Newswire - 1 September 2026 - Hong Kong Science and Technology Parks Corporation (HKSTP), in collaboration with the Innovation and Technology Commission, successfully hosted the launch ceremony for the third InnoHK research cluster (SEAM@InnoHK) at Hong Kong Science Park today.

Focusing on emerging domains such as sustainable development, energy, advanced manufacturing, and materials, SEAM@InnoHK is jointly led by top local and international academic and research institutions. The platform demonstrates Hong Kong's robust R&D capabilities and global collaboration networks while promising tangible societal benefits, further solidifying Hong Kong's role as an international I&T hub.

The launch ceremony was officiated by key guests including Professor Sun Dong, Secretary for Innovation, Technology and Industry; Ms Cordelia Chung, Chairman of HKSTP; Mr Kelvin Choi, Permanent Secretary for Innovation, Technology and Industry; Mr Lyu Feng, Deputy Director-General of the Economic and Financial Department II of the Liaison Office of the Central People's Government in the HKSAR; Mr Ivan Lee, Commissioner for Innovation and Technology; and Mr Terry Wong, Chief Executive Officer of HKSTP. They were joined by representatives and scholars from local and overseas universities, international research organizations, R&D centres, and industry partners to witness the launch of SEAM@InnoHK and explore its R&D roadmap and industrial application prospects.

Building a Flourishing Ecosystem to Empower R&D Commercialisation

As the largest I&T ecosystem in Hong Kong, HKSTP provides comprehensive professional support and resources to the R&D centres under SEAM@InnoHK. This encompasses world-class R&D infrastructure, seamless connections with academic institutions, talent pools, and investor networks, as well as matchmaking with funding and industry partners-empowering teams to transform breakthrough research into scalable, high-impact commercial solutions.

Ms Cordelia Chung, Chairman of HKSTP, said: "InnoHK has been with the Science Park for 5 years and this is the start of the second 5-year period. What we can see is that InnoHK has demonstrated the power of collaboration amongst world eminent scholars, researchers, and global partners. The first two clusters, Health@InnoHK and AIR@InnoHK have delivered world-class achievements. We commit to provide all the support we can to the InnoHK teams, as your success will add to the heartbeat of the ecosystem?not only for HKSTP, but for Hong Kong's entire innovation landscape."

Gathering Global Scientific Excellence to Drive Breakthroughs

The eight R&D centres under SEAM@InnoHK have brought together over 30 top global universities and research institutions, including the University of Cambridge, ?cole Polytechnique F?d?rale de Lausanne (EPFL), Nagoya University, National University of Singapore, Tsinghua University, and Peking University.

Notably, three R&D centres feature collaborations with Nobel Laureates: Professor Ben L. Feringa from the University of Groningen (2016 Nobel Laureate in Chemistry), who participates in the research at the InnoHK Centre of Functional Materials for Energy and Sustainability (CFMES); Sir Konstantin Novoselov, renowned as the "Father of Graphene" from the National University of Singapore (2010 Nobel Laureate in Physics), who serves as principle investigator for the Inno Centre for Heterogeneous Integration and Production (CHIP); and Professor Hiroshi Amano from Nagoya University (2014 Nobel Laureate in Physics), who participates in research at InnoHK Power Semiconductors and Applications Center (PowerSAC). This stellar international scientific lineup highlights Hong Kong's unique advantages in assembling world-class research talent, fostering cross-border collaboration, and driving technological innovation, further consolidating its status as a global hub for research cooperation.

InnoHK is a flagship I&T initiative of the HKSAR Government aimed at developing Hong Kong into a global hub for scientific research cooperation. It encourages world-leading universities and research institutes to conduct collaborative research with local institutions by establishing R&D centres in Hong Kong. Together with "Health@InnoHK", focusing on healthcare technologies and "AIR@InnoHK", focusing on AI and robotics technologies, the three InnoHK research clusters will further enrich Hong Kong's world-class scientific landscape, accelerating technology transfer, startup incubation, and the growth of the I&T industry.

Introduction to the Eight SEAM@InnoHK R&D Centres (For details, please refer to the Appendix):

InnoHK Centre for Advanced and Smart Manufacturing (CASM): Lead global manufacturing toward Industry 5.0 by fusing AI, advanced materials, additive manufacturing and digital twins to create smart, sustainable, and human-centered solutions.

InnoHK Centre of Functional Materials for Energy and Sustainability (CFMES): Advance breakthrough discoveries in functional materials to address bottleneck challenges related to energy and sustainability.

InnoHK Centre for Heterogeneous Integration and Production (CHIP): Advance next-generation electronics through innovations in semiconductor equipment and material processing, with a focus on advancing heterogeneous integration technologies.

InnoHK Centre for Space Manufacturing Technology (CSMT): Establish a world-class hub for international research collaboration in space manufacturing, integrating cutting-edge R&D in advanced materials and additive processes with demonstration and applied innovation in Hong Kong.

InnoHK Hong Kong Center for Renewable Energy and Storage (HKCRES): Develop and integrate high-performance perovskite photovoltaics, green hydrogen systems, and next-generation batteries via an end-to-end innovation framework in Hong Kong.

InnoHK Power Semiconductors and Applications Center (PowerSAC): Develop advanced power semiconductors, intelligent chips and system technologies for more efficient, compact and reliable power conversion.

InnoHK Research Centre for Intelligent GRID and Energy Technologies (I-GET): Develop intelligent, green and transformative grid and energy technologies for resilient, efficient and carbon-neutral cities.

InnoHK Sustainable Materials & Advanced Renewable Technologies (SMART Centre): Leverage artificial intelligence and smart automation technologies to accelerate materials discovery for circular waste upcycling, repurposing, and next-generation clean energy technologies.

About Hong Kong Science and Technology Parks Corporation

Hong Kong Science and Technology Parks Corporation (HKSTP) was established in 2001 and has built a proven foundation as Hong Kong's leading innovation and technology (I&T) ecosystem. Established for 25 years, HKSTP is supporting 14 unicorns, has nurtured more than 17,000 research professionals and built a community of over 2,400 technology companies from 26 countries and regions across four strategic technology clusters: Life and Health Technology, AI and Data Science, Micro-electronics, and New Energy and Green Technology.

As an ecosystem orchestrator, HKSTP provides end-to-end support to attract and nurture talent, accelerate commercialisation and help technology ventures scale. Its innovation infrastructure spans over 240 hectares covering Hong Kong Science Park in Pak Shek Kok, InnoCentre in Kowloon Tong, and three modern InnoParks in Tai Po, Tseung Kwan O and Yuen Long, advancing Hong Kong's vision for new industrialisation and smart manufacturing.

Hong Kong Science Park Shenzhen Branch in Futian, Shenzhen, strengthens cross-border collaboration by connecting Hong Kong, the Chinese Mainland and global innovation networks and propels Chinese innovators onto the world stage, while also delivering comprehensive GBA landing support to accelerate cross-border success for local and international ventures.

As HKSTP enters its next chapter with strong foundations, it continues to deepen impact, elevate quality and create value for innovators. As an ecosystem built to lead change, HKSTP is empowering Hong Kong to define what comes next in innovation, growth and opportunity.

More information about HKSTP is available at www.hkstp.org.

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New Edge Visibility and Cloud Edition capabilities close the last blind spots in distributed networks.

LEIPZIG, Germany, Sept. 01, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Allegro Packets, a provider of German-engineered packet-level network analysis solutions, has added two new capabilities - the Edge Visibility Sensor and its Cloud Edition - that extend packet-level analysis from individual endpoints to cloud infrastructures. The release also introduces a local AI assistant for faster troubleshooting.

Together, these capabilities give network teams a continuous, packet-level view of traffic across the entire communication path and faster troubleshooting: from the client device, through the local network, to workloads running in common cloud platforms.

In today's hybrid enterprise network environments, with remote workers and applications in the cloud, business-critical traffic has increasingly moved outside the infrastructure that traditional monitoring tools were built to watch. Allegro Packets built the Edge Visibility Sensor and Cloud Edition to close that gap without asking network teams to give up the packet-level fidelity they rely on for root-cause analysis.

"Network problems today often arise in locations that are beyond the reach of traditional monitoring," said Klaus Degner, Managing Director at Allegro Packets. "Our goal is transparency across the full communication chain ? from the endpoint to the cloud ? so IT teams get packet-level truth wherever the problem is, giving them the information and assistance they need to identify and resolve problems quickly."

Edge Visibility: Packet Visibility at the Endpoint, Without a Truck Roll

The Edge Visibility Sensor captures network traffic directly on the endpoint, with the option to transfer traffic to an Allegro Network Multimeter for analysis.

Previously, diagnosing an issue at a remote site or home office often meant shipping hardware or sending someone on-site ? both costly in terms of time and money. With "Edge Visibility," a user can grant access for a specific troubleshooting session. Access is explicit and time-limited, not permanent, and the captured data is immediately available for analysis, regardless of the user's location.

Edge Visibility is available for Microsoft Windows 10 and Windows 11, as well as Windows Server 2016 and later versions. The solution currently allows up to five clients to connect simultaneously; additional connections can be purchased. Support for additional operating systems will be available in a future release.

Cloud Edition: Network Analysis for Virtual Infrastructures

The Cloud Edition brings Allegro Packets' packet-level analysis to virtual infrastructures. This allows IT teams to analyze virtual network traffic and gain real-time insights into communication patterns, utilization, and anomalies within their cloud environments.

The Cloud Edition supports AWS, Google Cloud, and Microsoft Azure platforms, as well as operation in local data centers and on-premises environments. This creates a unified view of network traffic - regardless of where an application or workload is hosted.

AI-Assisted Analysis: Faster Answers, with Data That Never Leaves the Network

Version 4.7 also introduces a local AI assistant that helps network engineers interpret complex traffic patterns and identify data correlations faster. All processing runs on-premises on the customer's system, ensuring that sensitive network data never leaves the customer's infrastructure.

Availability

Edge Visibility, Cloud Edition, and the local AI assistant are included in Allegro Packets' version 4.7 software release, available now.

About Allegro Packets

Allegro Packets delivers edge-to-cloud packet-level network visibility, enabling a best-in-class network observability practice and fast troubleshooting. The Allegro Network Multimeter captures definitive packet data wherever traffic flows, combining high-fidelity, real-time, and historical analysis in a unified platform. With flexible deployment options for office networks, data centers, cloud infrastructure, branch offices and remote workers, and OT/industrial environments, IT and OT teams quickly get the ground truth they need for a stable operating network including network performance optimization and forensic analysis. Allegro Packets' German-engineered technology is trusted by enterprises, public sector organizations, IT service providers, data centers, and ISPs worldwide.

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HONG KONG SAR - Media OutReach Newswire - 1 September 2026 - "Asia-Pacific Broadcasting Union Robot Contest 2026" (ABU Robocon 2026) was held on August 23 at the Queen Elizabeth Stadium, Hong Kong. The event is jointly organized by Radio Television Hong Kong (RTHK) and the Hong Kong Science and Technology Parks Corporation (HKSTP).

16 university teams from 15 countries and regions worldwide compete in the largest university-level robotics competition in the Asia-Pacific region. The contest highlighted Hong Kong's role as a hub for innovation and a center for nurturing young talent, in support of the Government's alignment with the National 15th Five-Year Plan. It also fostered regional ties through student collaboration and friendly competition, promoting cultural and human exchange across the Asia-Pacific.

After a series of intense battles, the University of Hong Kong's "Sapientia" team and the Chinese University of Hong Kong's "Power Builder" team, through steady performance and outstanding skill, successfully claimed the champion and runner-up titles, bringing honor to Hong Kong.

At the opening ceremony, the Financial Secretary Paul Chan, the Director of Broadcasting Angelina Kwan, the Chairman of HKSTP Cordelia Chung, and the Secretary-General of ABU Ahmed Nadeem, officiated at the event. Hong Kong martial artist Samuel Hui, a children's martial arts troupe, and Chinese percussionists joined robots, which had performed at CCTV's Spring Festival Gala, to deliver a spectacular showcase of human-robot collaboration. The Secretary for Innovation, Technology and Industry (SITI), Prof Sun Dong, and the President of the Hong Kong Institution of Engineers, Ir Prof Frank Chan, serve as award presenters.

Financial Secretary Paul Chan said, "It is a great pleasure to welcome ABU Robocon back to Hong Kong. Hong Kong is Asia's leading international financial centrer and one of the world's most active markets for listing and fundraising. We are also moving at full speed to establish ourselves as an international innovation and technology hub, a direction firmly supported by our country in the National 15th Five-Year Plan. Hong Kong's I&T ecosystem is thriving, bringing together world-class universities, research institutions, start-ups, technology parks, international capital, and a unique connectivity advantage linking the Chinese Mainland and global markets. Complemented by the Greater Bay Area's vast I&T and advanced manufacturing capabilities, innovations can move swiftly from research and development, design and prototyping, through to testing, production and commercialisation, offering young technology talent and I&T enterprises an exceptionally broad platform on which to grow and succeed."

Secretary-General of ABU Ahmed Nadeem mentioned in his speech that, ABU Robocon had inspired thousands of students in the past 25 years and had become one of the region's most respected educational robotics competitions. More importantly, it had fostered collaboration among broadcasters, educational institutions, industry partners, and students, creating opportunities for learning, friendship, and innovation across borders.

Chairman of HKSTP Cordelia Chung, also expressed her pride in welcoming the competition back to Hong Kong. She noted that this year's theme, "Kung Fu Quest", is a gruelling test of robotic agility, tactical wisdom, and flawless execution under pressure, showcasing the students' collective brainpower and teamwork. As the city's largest I&T ecosystem, Hong Kong Science Park now hosts over 2,600 technology companies, with more than 550 of them specialising in AI. She welcomes all global talents to experience the abundant platforms and opportunities offered by the Park. HKSTP will continue to build on its solid 25-year foundation to create greater possibilities for the next generation of innovators to grow and thrive.

Professor Sun Dong, SITI, delivered in his speech that the robots built by the students showed how technological innovation can bridge culture and modernity, while their passion and teamwork embodied perseverance that defines both martial arts and scientific discovery. The HKSAR Government is enhancing the I&T ecosystem across the full spectrum, from upstream basic research, to midstream and downstream industry development. With innovation hubs like the Hong Kong Science Park, offering comprehensive incubation, mentorship and business-matching support, Hong Kong is an ideal place for global talents to unlock potentials and realise aspirations.

"ABU Robocon 2026" adopted the theme "Kung Fu Quest," inspired by the spirit of Chinese martial arts. Each team's two robots were required to cooperate in forging traditional Chinese weapons, collecting martial arts manuals, and engaging in strategic duels that demonstrated precision and tactics, combining martial arts philosophy with advanced robotics and automation technology. The 16 participating teams came from 15 countries and regions, including: Chinese Mainland, Cambodia, Egypt, Fiji, India, Indonesia, Japan, Kazakhstan, Malaysia, Nepal, Thailand, Vietnam, Mongolia, Macao and Hong Kong. The teams competed for 18 awards, including the Champion, First Runner-up, Second Runner-up, and the ABU Robocon Award. Prior to the award presentation ceremony, the Director of Broadcasting Angelina Kwan, and the Chief Executive Officer of HKSTP Terry Wong, took part in a handover ceremony alongside Indonesia's representative, Ihwan Susila, marking Indonesia as the host of the next ABU Robocon.

"ABU Robocon 2026" was emceed by Joey Leung, Rikko Lee, Alice Yu and Brian Yuen. The lively atmosphere was further enhanced by the participation of cheerleading team CMLN and a lineup of singers including Lagchun, Kacey Chan, Phil Lam, IdG Bubbles, and Hung Kaho.

The Contest attracted about 2,000 spectators, including more than 650 participants, supporters, and media representatives from Chinese Mainland and overseas. The competition was broadcast live on RTHK TV31 and RTHK's YouTube channel, while ABU member organisations also relayed or will air the event to audiences across the globe, reaching hundreds of millions, showcasing Hong Kong's innovation and technology strength to the international community. Beyond the competition, the teams will visit Hong Kong Science Park and local enterprises, as well as explore Hong Kong's tourist attractions to experience the city's charm. Nearly 100 young participants will also travel to Qianhai, Shenzhen, to gain firsthand insight into the nation's achievements in innovation and technology.

"ABU Robocon", established in 2002, aims to foster exchange and collaboration among young people in engineering, technology, and innovation. The competition features a unique theme every year, encouraging teams to demonstrate creativity by designing and building robots to complete various challenges. Team Hong Kong has achieved remarkable results in this international competition, clinching the "ABU Robocon" Grand Prix three times (in 2019, 2022 and 2024), with a cumulative record of 3 championships, 5 first runner-ups, and 2 second runner-ups. This brings the total to 10 international awards that testify to the creativity and strength of Hong Kong's youth.

Hong Kong Science and Technology Parks Corporation

Hong Kong Science and Technology Parks Corporation (HKSTP) was established in 2001 and has built a proven foundation as Hong Kong's leading innovation and technology (I&T) ecosystem. Established for 25 years, HKSTP is supporting 14 unicorns, has nurtured more than 17,000 research professionals and built a community of over 2,400 technology companies from 26 countries and regions across four strategic technology clusters: Life and Health Technology, AI and Data Science, Micro-electronics, and New Energy and Green Technology.

As an ecosystem orchestrator, HKSTP provides end-to-end support to attract and nurture talent, accelerate commercialisation and help technology ventures scale. Its innovation infrastructure spans over 240 hectares covering Hong Kong Science Park in Pak Shek Kok, InnoCentre in Kowloon Tong, and three modern InnoParks in Tai Po, Tseung Kwan O and Yuen Long, advancing Hong Kong's vision for new industrialisation and smart manufacturing.

Hong Kong Science Park Shenzhen Branch in Futian, Shenzhen, strengthens cross-border collaboration by connecting Hong Kong, the Chinese Mainland and global innovation networks and propels Chinese innovators onto the world stage, while also delivering comprehensive GBA landing support to accelerate cross-border success for local and international ventures.

As HKSTP enters its next chapter with strong foundations, it continues to deepen impact, elevate quality and create value for innovators. As an ecosystem built to lead change, HKSTP is empowering Hong Kong to define what comes next in innovation, growth and opportunity.

More information about HKSTP is available at www.hkstp.org.

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Ingelheim, Germany, and Bracknell, United Kingdom

*SCOVELLA is the first therapy specifically developed and approved for the treatment of hyperinsulinemia in insulin-dysregulated horses and ponies1, targeting the key underlying driver of laminitis.?

*Studies showed that SCOVELLA rapidly and significantly reduces hyperinsulinemia with effects showing within days of starting treatment.4,6

*Laminitis is one of the most significant causes of pain and disability in horses, with one-third of affected horses euthanized within a year of diagnosis.?

Boehringer Ingelheim launches SCOVELLA (velagliflozin oral solution), the first therapy developed and licensed in Great Britain for the treatment of insulin dysregulation (ID) in horses and ponies.1

Affecting an estimated one in five horses, insulin dysregulation is recognized as the primary underlying cause of laminitis.? One-third of horses diagnosed with laminitis are euthanised within a year of diagnosis. A UK cohort study estimated that around one in ten horses and ponies experiences at least one episode of laminitis each year.5

"Laminitis is one of the most common and welfare-impacting conditions we face in equine practice. Until recently, treatment and prevention options have been limited. The availability of a therapy specifically developed and approved for horses represents an important advance and provides veterinarians with a new option to manage insulin dysregulation, the condition that underlies the majority of cases of laminitis, " said Professor Andy Durham BVSc BSc CertEP DEIM DipECEIM MRCVS, RCVS and European Specialist in Equine Internal Medicine, Liphook Equine Hospital.

The risk of laminitis increases in direct correlation with circulating insulin concentrations, making effective insulin control an important therapeutic objective. SCOVELLA is the first licensed equine-specific SGLT-2 inhibitor developed for the treatment of hyperinsulinemia in insulin-dysregulated horses and ponies that are not responsive to changes in husbandry and exercise regimens, available as an easy-to-dose oral liquid. By lowering elevated insulin concentrations, it helps veterinary surgeons address the key driver of laminitis. Insulin dysregulation is estimated to account for over 90% of all laminitis cases.?

The development of SCOVELLA was supported by an extensive body of clinical research. The therapy rapidly and significantly reduces hyperinsulinemia with effects showing within days of starting treatment.4,6 In a clinical dietary challenge trial, none of the animals treated with SCOVELLA developed clinical laminitis, compared with 38% of untreated controls.6

"Laminitis is a devastating diagnosis for both horse owners and horses because of the pain it can cause and the potentially serious consequences for affected horses. SCOVELLA is the result of 15 years of our research focused on addressing the disease at its source and reflects our commitment to advancing innovation in equine health where unmet need remains high," said Saskia Kley, Global Head of Equine at Boehringer Ingelheim.

SCOVELLA will be available to prescribing veterinary surgeons in Great Britain from September 2026, debuting officially at BEVA (British Equine Veterinary Association) Congress. Boehringer Ingelheim plans to bring the treatment to other markets in the future.

"We are excited to introduce this global innovation to the equine veterinarian community in Great Britain first, reinforcing our position as the leader in equine medicine and welfare. SCOVELLA gives vets and horse owners a high treatment confidence by providing rapid and sustained insulin reduction4,6, addressing the main cause of laminitis," said Craig Beck, Head of Animal Health UK and Ireland, Boehringer Ingelheim. "To support vets, we're also rolling out a comprehensive package of support, including educational materials for vets to assist practices in successfully managing laminitis cases."

References

Marketing authorization granted as a limited marketing authorization under Article 26(1)(b) of the UK Veterinary Medicines Regulations (April 2026). Indication: For the treatment of hyperinsulinaemia in insulin-dysregulated horses and ponies not responsive to changes in husbandry and exercise regimen. See the VMD Product Information Database.

Karikoski, N. P., Horn, I., McGowan, T. W., & McGowan, C. M. (2011). The prevalence of endocrinopathic laminitis among horses presented for laminitis at a first-opinion/referral equine hospital. Domestic animal endocrinology, 41(3), 111-117.

Luthersson, N., Mannfalk, M., Parkin, T. D., & Harris, P. (2017). Laminitis: risk factors and outcome in a group of Danish horses. Journal of Equine Veterinary Science, 53, 68-73.

Thane, K., Voth, R., Klee, R., Warnken, T., Chukwu, V., & Frank, N. (2025). Effects of the sodium-glucose cotransporter-2 inhibitor velagliflozin on insulin concentrations in horses with insulin dysregulation. Journal of Veterinary Internal Medicine, 39(6), jvim70256.

Pollard, D., Wylie, C. E., Newton, J. R., & Verheyen, K. L. P. (2019). Incidence and clinical signs of owner‐reported equine laminitis in a cohort of horses and ponies in Great Britain. Equine Veterinary Journal, 51(5), 587-594.

Meier, A., Reiche, D., de Laat, M., Pollitt, C., Walsh, D., & Sillence, M. (2018). The sodium-glucose co-transporter 2 inhibitor velagliflozin reduces hyperinsulinemia and prevents laminitis in insulin-dysregulated ponies. PLoS One, 13(9), e0203655.

About Boehringer Ingelheim - Animal Health business

Boehringer Ingelheim provides innovation for preventing and treating diseases in animals. The company offers a wide range of vaccines, parasite-control products, and medicines for pets, horses, and livestock to veterinarians, animal owners, farmers, and governments. As a leader in animal health, Boehringer Ingelheim values that the health of humans and animals is deeply connected and strives to have influence on people, animals, and society. Learn more at www.boehringer-ingelheim.com/animal-health.

About Boehringer Ingelheim

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

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*Clash of Clans and WWE reunite for their second collaboration with six WWE Superstars reimagined as Clash of Clans characters, and a worldwide hunt for Cena's in-game village.

*Rhodes and Cena are long-time players of Clash of Clans - now Rhodes has enlisted WWE Superstars, including The Undertaker and IYO SKY, and the game's millions of daily players to join the search.

*Starting today, players can join the hunt to raid Cena's village and unlock exclusive rewards.

HELSINKI, Sept. 01, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Clash of Clans*, which has over two billion lifetime downloads, is back with WWE for a second collaboration; and this time, the rivalry is personal. WWE Superstar Cody Rhodes and WWE Legend John Cena are best known for what they do in the ring, but their competition didn't start there.

Both are long-time players of Clash of Clans, and this shared gaming history has become locker room legend. Now, Rhodes, a decade-long player, has recruited the Clash of Clans community - plus fellow WWE Superstars - to help him hunt down John Cena's base, taking a decade-long battle out of the ring and into their in-game villages. 

Beginning today, September 1st, through September 30th, Cena's loot-filled base is waiting for Clash of Clans players to discover throughout the course of their daily raids. The more players raid, the higher the chance they have of locating the elusive WWE Legend and earning a one-time-only Cody Rhodes statue for their village - but only if their raid is a success. It's not like a 17-time WWE World Champion is going to have a rookie base.

Meanwhile, to beef up the search party, Rhodes has enlisted the support of The Undertaker, IYO SKY and a whole host of other WWE Superstars who will be rallying their own fans online to join the hunt.

"People think this started in the ring with Cody. It didn't. It started when I out-raided him in the game and he threw me off his team," says Cena. "Ten years later he still needs help. This time he's asking millions of you to take on my base. That's fine. As I have always said - if you want some, come get some."

Beyond Cena's base, the in-game crossover presents six WWE Superstars reimagined as iconic Clash of Clans Hero characters, including the return of Cody Rhodes as The Barbarian King. The lineup include: 

Cody Rhodes as "Barbarian King"

Alexa Bliss as "Archer Queen" 

The Undertaker as "Grand Warden" 

IYO SKY as "Royal Champion" 

Jey Uso as "Minion Prince" 

Kane as "Dragon Duke"

Players can also experience WWE-themed features throughout the event, from temporary troops to a branded village theme that's designed around WWE Money in the Bank, taking place in New Orleans on October 10th. WWE chests hold a series of rewards too, with returning favorites like Action Figure Equipment, plus Challenge Tickets and a guaranteed Cody Rhodes Skin**.

Download Clash of Clans for iOS or Google Play today to help Rhodes in his Search for Cena until September 30th. 

*Clash of Clans has been downloaded over 2 billion times and was recently voted "Greatest Mobile Game of All Time" by followers of Pubity.

**Players who already own the Cody Rhodes Skin will instead receive a random Gold Pass skin, then random Equipment, or a Book of Everything if they've collected them all.

About Supercell

Supercell is a game company based in Helsinki, Finland, with offices in San Francisco, London, Seoul, and Shanghai. Since its launch in 2010, the company has brought six games to the global market: Hay Day, Clash of Clans, Boom Beach, Clash Royale, Brawl Stars and Squad Busters. Supercell's dream is to create games that as many people as possible play for years and that are remembered forever.

About WWE

WWE is the global leader in sports entertainment. The company creates and delivers original content 52 weeks a year to a global audience. WWE is committed to family-friendly entertainment on its television programming, Premium Live Events, digital media, and publishing platforms. WWE's TV-PG programming can be seen in more than 1 billion households worldwide in more than 20 languages through world-class distribution partners including Netflix, ESPN, NBCUniversal, USA Network and The CW. WWE is part of TKO Group Holdings (NYSE: TKO). Additional information on WWE can be found at wwe.com and corporate.wwe.com.

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Rachod Nantakwang, CEO, SCX

SCX Logistics Reports More Than 240% Revenue Growth in the First Half, Reflecting Demand for Next-Generation Industrial Infrastructure Sets Roadmap to Expand Its Logistics Portfolio Beyond 1,000,000 sq.m. and Further Strengthen Its Presence in Bangna and the EEC

BANGKOK, THAILAND - Media OutReach Newswire - 1 September 2026 - SCX Corporation, SC Group's recurring-income business platform, is advancing sustainable growth through the strategic expansion of SCX Logistics. The company has set a roadmap to expand its logistics portfolio to more than 1,000,000 sq.m. by 2029, following strong demand from customers across diverse industries. SCX Logistics reported revenue growth of more than 240% in the first half of 2026, compared with the same period last year.

The company also highlights the completion of SCX Logistics Bangna Km.20, an 80,000 sq.m. logistics development that embodies SC's three promises: Quality, Care, and Responsibility. Combining a strategic location, total cost efficiency, flexibility, and future readiness, SCX Logistics is designed to meet the increasingly complex needs of the industrial sector. The company plans to expand across the strategic Bangna and EEC corridors by a further 200,000 sq.m. by 2027.

Mr. Rachod Nantakwang, Chief Executive Officer of SCX Corporation Co., Ltd., said that SCX continues to advance SC Group's recurring-income businesses to build a stronger and more sustainable foundation for long-term growth. SCX Logistics is a key part of this strategy, and the company remains committed to its 2029 roadmap to expand its logistics portfolio from 200,000 sq.m. at the end of 2025 to more than 1,000,000 sq.m. in strategic logistics locations nationwide. The objective is to create greater value for customers while developing infrastructure that genuinely meets business needs.

"The warehouse market continues to experience strong demand. However, customer requirements today are markedly different from the past. Customers no longer assess warehouses solely on rental rates per square metre. They consider the entire production and logistics ecosystem: locations that reduce transportation time, flexible functionality that can adapt to future change, clean-energy solutions that support business sustainability, and, critically, a warehouse partner that can work alongside them to solve their business challenges.

We understand these evolving needs. This understanding has earned us the trust of customers across a wide range of industries and contributed to SCX Logistics achieving revenue growth of more than 240% in the first half of 2026, compared with the same period last year," Mr. Rachod said.

SCX has consistently upheld SC's three promises: Quality, Care, and Responsibility. The company also applies SC's strengths in Design, Function, and Trust to its logistics developments, placing a strong emphasis on understanding each customer's operations from the outset. This enables SCX Logistics to design spaces around actual business requirements, from building layouts and transportation flows to loading and unloading areas, as well as future energy and technology needs.

This approach is reflected in SCX Logistics Bangna Km.20, which has recently been completed across the full 80,000 sq.m. development. The project demonstrates SCX's customer-centric approach to warehouse development, beginning with an understanding of customer requirements rather than a building concept. The project is currently fully occupied, with an occupancy rate of 100%.

SCX Logistics Bangna Km.20 is located on Bangna-Trad Road at Km.20 in Samut Prakan, on a site of more than 90 rai. It is a strategic location for logistics and transportation, serving warehouses, distribution centres, and industrial facilities across a range of sectors. The development offers both ready-built buildings and built-to-suit solutions tailored to specific customer requirements.

The project serves international customers from Asia and Europe across industries including logistics, manufacturing, data centres, and digital infrastructure.

Mr. Rachod added that SCX Logistics' expansion plans for 2026 and 2027 will focus on strategic locations that play an important role in Thailand's logistics network. Under the concept "Corridor, Not Just Land," SCX selects investment locations based on the role each area plays in the supply chain and its ability to connect businesses with regional markets, rather than simply on the size of the land plot.

The company plans to add approximately 200,000 sq.m. of logistics space across key locations, including Bangna, Laem Chabang, Amata Chonburi, and the Eastern Economic Corridor (EEC). This expansion is expected to bring SCX Logistics' total warehouse portfolio to approximately 400,000 sq.m. by the end of 2027.

"Each location plays a distinct role in supporting our customers' businesses. Bangna is a key connection between Bangkok, Suvarnabhumi Airport, and the EEC. Laem Chabang is an important gateway for international trade, while Amata and the EEC are among the country's major manufacturing bases.

We therefore do not see ourselves simply as a warehouse developer and operator. We aim to be an infrastructure partner that can deliver solutions tailored to the needs of customers across industries, while contributing to the development of Thailand's infrastructure and supporting investment that drives national economic growth," Mr. Rachod said.

SCX Logistics will continue to be a new and recurring source of income for SC Group over the long term. The company expects SCX Logistics' full-year revenue to grow by approximately 280% from the previous year.

SCX Corporation operates under the vision "The Prospering Expedition" and the mission "The Way Forward," with a focus on exploring new business opportunities that generate consistent recurring income over the long term.

Its portfolio includes SCX Logistics, which operates the warehouse business and has developed five projects totalling more than 200,000 sq.m. in strategic locations; SCX Hospitality, which operates hotels in Bangkok and other key destinations, including KROMO Bangkok, Curio Collection by Hilton, The Standard Pattaya Na Jomtien, and YANH Ratchawat; and SCX Working Solutions, which operates more than 120,000 sq.m. of office space, including Shinawatra Tower 3.

SCX's growth is supported by a diverse and capable team, strong strategic partnerships, and a corporate culture that places customers and the environment at the heart of business development.

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SCX Corporation

SCX Corporation operates under the vision "The Prospering Expedition" and the mission "The Way Forward," with a commitment to exploring new business opportunities that generate consistent recurring income.

Its portfolio comprises SCX Logistics, which operates in the warehouse business and has developed a cumulative portfolio of five projects, totaling more than 200,000 sq.m. across strategic locations; SCX Hospitality, which operates hotels in Bangkok and other provinces, including KROMO Bangkok, Curio Collection by Hilton, The Standard Pattaya Na Jomtien, YANH Ratchawat, and voco Bangkok Siam; and SCX Working Solutions, which operates office buildings with a combined area of more than 120,000 sq.m., including Shinawatra Tower 3.

SCX is supported by a diverse and capable team, strong strategic partnerships, and an organizational culture that places customers and the environment at the heart of its business.

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*Average annual insured catastrophe losses increased by approximately $19 billion in a year, the highest estimate Verisk has reported to date

*Despite a season with no U.S. hurricane landfalls, estimated losses exceeded $100 billion for a sixth consecutive year

*Exposure growth, rising reconstruction costs and continued development in catastrophe-prone areas are pushing potential losses higher, regardless of weather patterns in any single year 

Jersey City, N.J., Sept. 01, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The catastrophe modeling business unit of Verisk (Nasdaq: VRSK), a leading data analytics and technology provider to the global insurance industry, today released Verisk's 2026 Global Modeled Catastrophe Losses Report.

The annual report calculates that the insurance industry should be prepared to withstand $171 billion in insured catastrophe losses on average in a given year, up $19 billion from a year ago, and the highest estimate Verisk has reported to date. The industry's loss benchmark increased even after a year with no U.S. hurricane landfalls for the first time in a decade, and it reflects continued growth in property values and insured values worldwide.  

"A quiet hurricane season can lead markets to respond as if risk has eased: rates soften, insurers keep more risk on their own books, and more capital competes to write new business," said Rob Newbold, president of Verisk Catastrophe and Risk Solutions. "But 2025 reminds us that the underlying risk landscape has changed and years without significant losses from U.S. hurricane activity no longer signal a quieter catastrophe environment."  

For the sixth straight year, global insured catastrophe losses exceeded $100 billion - a result driven not by severity perils like earthquakes and hurricanes, but by record-setting wildfires and significant severe thunderstorm activity, which produces widespread hail, wind and tornado damage across many communities rather than a single catastrophic event. 

"A more dynamic risk environment underscores how catastrophe models help insurers maintain underwriting discipline and make informed pricing, capital allocation and risk transfer decisions based on the full range of risk, not just the outcome of a single season," Newbold added. 

Understanding Verisk's $171 Billion Loss Benchmark  

The report's headline figure is Verisk's global insured average annual loss, or AAL: a modeled, long-term estimate of catastrophe risk derived from simulations across the company's global suite of models. It is not a prediction of losses in 2026 or in any other individual year; rather, it serves as a benchmark insurers can use to evaluate potential losses across a wide range of events, perils and regions. 

Several additional insights help put the number into context: 

The United States accounts for the majority of modeled insured catastrophe risk. Of the $171 billion global insured AAL, $117 billion (68 percent) is attributed to the U.S. 

Severe thunderstorm accounts for 40 percent of modeled insured catastrophe risk, more than any other peril. It remains the largest contributor to Verisk's global insured AAL, ahead of tropical cyclone (27 percent), earthquake (10 percent), winter storm (9 percent), flood (7 percent) and wildfire (6 percent). The pattern held in 2025, when frequency perils, rather than a single hurricane, drove industry losses. 

A severe catastrophe year could generate losses nearly three times higher than the global insured AAL. The report also examines increasingly severe but plausible loss scenarios: At the 100-year return period - commonly used in the industry to describe a scenario with a 1 percent annual likelihood - modeled aggregate insured losses reach $477 billion. At the 250-year return period, losses reach $606 billion. 

Since Verisk first published this report in 2012, the estimated global insured AAL has nearly tripled, rising from $59 billion to $171 billion. The original 2012 figure was expressed in 2012 dollars. The change also reflects Verisk's investment in expanding model coverage to more than 20 additional countries and regions, advances in science, data and modeling methods, updates to Verisk's view of risk, and growth in insured exposure.  

What's Driving Higher Losses Beyond the Hazard 

Catastrophe losses are shaped by more than the number or severity of storms, wildfires or earthquakes in a given year. Several long-term trends continue to increase the value of property at risk and the potential cost of future catastrophes: 

There is more property to insure. Property exposure in the countries Verisk models has grown roughly 7 percent annually since 2021, driven by both new construction and rising asset values. 

The cost of rebuilding keeps increasing. In the United States, residential reconstruction costs have risen about 5 percent annually since 2021, outpacing consumer inflation and increasing the potential cost of catastrophe losses even when hazard activity remains unchanged. 

More people and property are concentrated in hazard-prone areas. Population growth continues to be concentrated in catastrophe-exposed regions, while development expands in flood plains, wildfire zones and other high-risk locations. In England, for example, 7.1 percent of single-family homes already sit in the 100-year flood plain, and one in nine new homes built between 2022 and 2024 was built in a flood-risk area - a share Verisk's models project could rise to one in seven new homes by 2050. 

Together, these trends increase insured catastrophe losses independently of weather patterns and help explain why the industry's risk benchmark continues to rise. 

What would that mean in practice? Verisk's models show that adding a significant U.S. landfalling hurricane to a year like 2025 could push annual insured catastrophe losses to roughly $200 billion. Industry reports indicate that total insured losses for 2025 ranged from $107-$129 billion. The figure reflects an aggregate total across all perils in a single year, not a single mega-event. Verisk's report treats that figure as a foreseeable scenario the industry should be prepared to withstand, not a tail risk to revisit only after it happens. For consumers, a year with increased significant natural catastrophe events could mean increased premiums, changes to underwriting terms, and in the hardest-hit areas, less available coverage in subsequent years.  

Why a quiet hurricane season is not a quiet year 

Verisk's report underscores that a year without a U.S. landfalling hurricane can lull the market toward thinner pricing and looser underwriting terms, precisely when discipline matters most. Down years, the report notes, are when catastrophe models help insurers separate resilience from volatility when the market eventually turns. 

"The $171 billion figure is not determined by the outcome of one hurricane season or one year of catastrophe losses," said Dr. Jay Guin, executive vice president and chief research officer of Verisk Catastrophe and Risk Solutions. "It reflects a wide distribution of potential events across perils and regions, using current exposure data and a view of hazard grounded in the near-present climate. That broader perspective helps the industry prepare for loss scenarios that historical experience alone may not reveal."   

A persistent global protection gap 

The report also quantifies a persistent and uneven protection gap. Globally, only about 38 percent of economic losses from natural catastrophes are insured, corresponding to a modeled economic AAL of more than $450 billion. In Europe, the gap is wider than the global average: of the region's $110 billion in expected annual economic catastrophe losses, only about $24 billion (22 percent) is currently insured. In July 2025, flash floods in Central Texas, the deadliest flood event in nearly five decades, occurred in a region where the national flood insurance take-up rate is about 3 percent, and take-up in the hardest-hit county was about 2.5 percent. When an earthquake struck Myanmar in March 2025, insurers covered less than $100 million of roughly $12 billion in economic losses. 

"Narrowing the protection gap requires broader access to insurance and a clear understanding of the risk," Newbold said. "By expanding model coverage and making both Verisk and third-party models available through our platforms, we are helping insurers evaluate risk in more markets and identify opportunities to extend coverage to communities that remain underinsured."   

About the report 

The 2026 Global Modeled Catastrophe Losses Report is produced using the same suite of catastrophe models and software that Verisk's insurance and reinsurance clients rely on every day, covering more than 120 countries and regions, so its figures can be reproduced and tested in clients' own environments. The full report is available here. 

Verisk's catastrophe models are developed by AIR Worldwide Corporation, a wholly owned subsidiary of Verisk Analytics, Inc. 

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About Verisk 

Verisk (Nasdaq: VRSK) is a leading strategic data analytics and technology partner to the global insurance industry. It empowers clients to strengthen operating efficiency, improve underwriting and claims outcomes, combat fraud and make informed decisions about global risks, including climate change, extreme events, sustainability and political issues. Through advanced data analytics, software, scientific research and deep industry knowledge, Verisk helps build global resilience for individuals, communities and businesses. With teams across more than 20 countries, Verisk consistently earns certification by Great Place to Work. For more, visit Verisk.com and the Verisk Newsroom.  

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