HAIKOU, CHINA - Media OutReach Newswire - 28 August 2026 - Since the beginning of this year, an international social media promotion campaign themed "China's Free Trade Port, World-Class Resort Island: Welcome to Cool Hainan" has brought China's Hainan Free Trade Port into the view of global travelers, attracting more international tourists to visit this tropical island.

This international communication project was planned and implemented by the Department of Tourism, Culture, Radio, Television and Sports of Hainan Province. Through social media platforms, 56 travel-themed pieces of content were published for global audiences, with total exposures exceeding 16 million. The campaign spanned major inbound tourist source markets for Hainan-including Russian-speaking regions, Southeast Asia, Europe, and North America-distributed via multilingual accounts in Russian, Thai, Indonesian, French, Spanish, and Portuguese, ultimately reaching an audience of over 52 million followers.

Breaking from traditional promotional models, the campaign released seven themed series of Hainan tourism content featuring practical travel guides and immersive on-site scenarios, showcasing international branding labels such as "Cool Hainan", "Top Ten Hainan Tourism Icons", and "Cool Island". Starting with high-end luxury getaways on the Sunshine Coast in January, themes shifted monthly: February showcased Hainan's distinct Li and Miao ethnic Spring Festival customs; March focused on trendy surfing experiences and Wenchang aerospace study tours; April highlighted water sports and wellness tourism; May featured archaeological study tours and rainforest adventures; June promoted rainforest self-driving tours and ethnic minority villages; and July rolled out "Ten Signature Marine Tourism Routes", with a single post achieving over 2.6 million impressions.

This content not only showcases diverse landscapes and experiences such as bays, rainforests, folk customs, health and wellness, and sports, but also highlights practical travel information including visa-free policies for 86 countries, temporary permits for foreign driver's licenses, shopping, and duty-free/departure tax refund policies for off-island travel, seamlessly integrating the island's natural scenery, local intangible cultural heritage, and modern tourism consumption business formats.

Global social media users have shown a strong interest in traveling to Hainan. Many have left comments asking about specific details such as visa-free policies, dining, accommodation, sightseeing, and self-driving trips, and several users said they have added Hainan to their future travel bucket lists.

Hainan hopes to leverage this themed social media campaign to build an international image as a "World-Class Resort Island", enhance its appeal as an inbound tourism destination, and support Hainan's development into an international tourism and consumption center. According to an official from the Department of Tourism, Culture, Radio, Television and Sports of Hainan Province, Hainan possesses tropical coastal tourism resources that are unique in China. Capitalizing on the policy dividends and openness advantages of the Free Trade Port, Hainan will continue to optimize its tourism service offerings for international visitors and foster a tourism consumption environment that meets international standards.

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HOHHOT, CHINA - Media OutReach Newswire - 28 August 2026 - On 25 August, Hohhot convened a conference on deepening the integration of technological innovation and industrial innovation. At the event, the city officially released its Measures for Advancing Deep Integration of Technological Innovation and Industrial Innovation, together with an overarching implementation plan.

The 20 measures share one objective: to place economic and social development firmly on an innovation-driven path and accelerate Hohhot's emergence as an important growth pole for high-quality development in northern China.

"The less developed a region is, the more it needs to pursue an innovation-driven development strategy." This message, voiced at the conference, reflects the clear-eyed resolve of a provincial capital city.

That resolve is underpinned by real strengths.

Here, the National Dairy Technology Innovation Centre has shortened dairy-cattle breeding evaluation from four years to just 45 days and cultivated China's first probiotic strain for infants and young children derived from Chinese breast milk, helping the "Dairy Capital of China" advance towards becoming a global dairy hub. A major scientific facility for aerospace, sky-to-ground, cross-scale metrology, benchmarked against international leaders, is rising in Horinger New District. Inner Mongolia University of Technology has launched the region's first new-energy industrial large model open to the world. Meanwhile, a domestic enterprise-the only one currently able to produce 4N5 high-purity germanium products consistently-is helping quantum technology and calcium-titanium mineral photovoltaics overcome key raw-material bottlenecks. From a single microbial strain to a beam of light, technological and industrial innovation are converging here and reinforcing one another.

Even more compelling is the city's tangible commitment.

Municipal fiscal investment in science and technology will double in 2026 and double again in 2027. Newly recognised national-level innovation platforms will receive a one-off research grant of RMB 3 million, while each "Qingcheng Science and Technology Innovation Leading Talent" may receive up to RMB 500,000 in research support. By 2030, Hohhot aims to introduce an additional 10 academicians of the Chinese Academy of Sciences and the Chinese Academy of Engineering, as well as 50 high-level innovation teams.

Through a policy approach of "enjoy benefits without application and receive them directly and swiftly", the city will provide inclusive computing-power vouchers, model vouchers and token vouchers to technology-oriented small and medium-sized enterprises-lowering barriers to innovation and demonstrating the city's sincerity in supporting innovators.

Openness is a defining feature of Hohhot.

Drawing on the Hohhot Area of the China (Inner Mongolia) Pilot Free Trade Zone, the city is building an international science and technology cooperation base with countries along the Belt and Road. It is also deepening coordination with Beijing's Haidian District through a "two-hour innovation circle", exploring a new pathway in which research and development take place elsewhere while results are transformed and applied in Hohhot. Hohhot understands that innovation cannot thrive as an undertaking enclosed behind walls.

Like the Mongolian horse, it is resilient, diligent and determined-never resting until the goal is achieved. This is the character of the city: the breadth and inclusiveness of the grasslands, combined with the courage and pioneering spirit to open northwards, explore new frontiers and put ideas into action.

From the "Dairy Capital of China" to China's "Cloud Valley", from the pastures of Chilechuan to the computing-power clusters of Horinger, this green city is becoming a city of innovation.

Hohhot extends an invitation to the world: here there are supportive policies, real-world application scenarios and a genuine commitment to partnership-together with a vast landscape in which to join hands with those who strive and build for the future.

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ADELAIDE, Australia, Aug. 28, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Adbri dan The CSL Group (CSL) hari ini merayakan dimulainya pengoperasian MV Yampu, kapal pengangkut curah dengan sistem bongkar mandiri bertenaga baterai pertama di dunia. Pengoperasian kapal ini menandai tonggak penting bagi industri manufaktur Australia, inovasi maritim, dan rantai pasok dengan emisi yang lebih rendah.

Kapal sepanjang 125 meter yang dirancang khusus oleh CSL ini akan mengangkut batu kapur dari tambang Klein Point milik Adbri di Semenanjung Yorke, Australia Selatan, ke pabrik produksi semen perusahaan di Birkenhead, Adelaide. Pengoperasian kapal ini turut menjamin pasokan bahan baku penting bagi produksi semen dalam negeri yang digunakan dalam pembangunan rumah, sekolah, rumah sakit, jalan, serta proyek infrastruktur besar di Australia Selatan dan Victoria. 

Selama lebih dari satu abad, batu kapur dari Klein Point telah menjadi bahan baku utama yang menopang produksi semen di Australia Selatan. MV Yampu membuka babak baru dalam perjalanan tersebut dengan menggabungkan teknologi pertama di dunia dan rantai pasok lokal yang tangguh. Kombinasi ini mendukung lapangan kerja, aktivitas manufaktur, dan pertumbuhan ekonomi.  

Baterai kapal diisi ulang ketika kapal bersandar di fasilitas Adbri di Birkenhead, yang memungkinkan MV Yampu beroperasi dengan tenaga baterai sekitar 40 persen dari waktu operasinya. Dibandingkan dengan kapal yang digantikannya, MV Yampu diperkirakan dapat mengurangi konsumsi bahan bakar diesel hingga lebih dari setengah juta liter per tahun. Hal ini merupakan langkah maju yang signifikan dalam upaya dekarbonisasi di sektor maritim.

Dengan kapasitas 11.900 tonase bobot mati (DWT), kapal ini diperkirakan mampu mengangkut 2,7 juta ton batu kapur setiap tahun.  MV Yampu dirancang dapat beroperasi 100 persen menggunakan tenaga baterai di masa mendatang.

Louis Martel, Chief Executive Officer CSL, mengatakan:

"MV Yampu menandai langkah maju yang signifikan dalam perjalanan dekarbonisasi kami dan menunjukkan bagaimana inovasi praktis dapat memberikan manfaat nyata bagi lingkungan sekaligus memenuhi kebutuhan operasional komersial.

Setiap peningkatan dalam penanganan kargo, setiap penyempurnaan pada sistem di atas kapal, dan setiap inovasi operasional diterapkan dengan satu tujuan utama: membantu awak kapal kami menjalankan tugas mereka dengan aman, efisien, dan berkelanjutan.

Pada akhirnya, kapal ini menunjukkan bahwa desain yang cerdas mampu menghasilkan peningkatan kinerja."

Paul Headd, Chief Executive Officer Adbri, mengatakan:

"Bagi tim di Klein Point dan Birkenhead, ini lebih dari sekadar kapal baru yang mulai beroperasi. Ini merupakan investasi bagi masa depan mereka sekaligus masa depan manufaktur di Australia Selatan.

Setiap hari, batu kapur yang diangkut oleh MV Yampu akan membantu memproduksi semen yang digunakan untuk membangun rumah, rumah sakit, sekolah, jalan, serta berbagai proyek infrastruktur besar di Australia Selatan dan Victoria. Kemampuan untuk terus melakukan hal tersebut sekaligus mengurangi emisi membantu Adbri mempertahankan posisinya sebagai yang terdepan dalam produksi semen rendah karbon di Australia.

Yampu memperkuat rantai pasok kami, mendukung lapangan kerja lokal, dan menunjukkan bahwa pengurangan emisi dan upaya mempertahankan sektor manufaktur Australia yang kuat dapat berjalan bersamaan."

Tentang CSL

The CSL Group merupakan penyedia solusi maritim kompleks kelas dunia serta pemilik dan operator kapal bongkar mandiri terbesar di dunia. CSL berkantor pusat di Montreal dan beroperasi di seluruh kawasan Amerika, Australia, Eropa, dan Afrika. Perusahaan ini menyediakan beragam layanan pengiriman dan penanganan kargo serta mengangkut jutaan ton kargo setiap tahun bagi pelanggan di sektor konstruksi, baja, energi, dan agripangan.

Tentang Adbri

Adbri Pty Ltd merupakan salah satu perusahaan terkemuka di Australia dalam bidang produksi bahan konstruksi dan mineral industri, yang memproduksi semen, kapur, beton, agregat, produk beton, aspal, dan mineral industri. Produk kami berperan penting dalam pembangunan rumah, infrastruktur, dan industri di seluruh penjuru Australia. Adbri, yang didukung oleh jaringan sekitar 200 lokasi operasional dan 2.800 karyawan, merupakan mitra tepercaya bagi sektor konstruksi, infrastruktur, pertambangan, dan industri.

Pada tahun 2025, Adbri berkontribusi sebesar $1,8 miliar dolar Australia dalam bentuk pengeluaran langsung terhadap perekonomian Australia, dengan estimasi nilai tambah bruto sebesar $4,1 miliar dolar Australia serta mendukung 15.864 lapangan kerja setara penuh waktu.  

Latar Belakang Yampu

Nama kapal tersebut, Yampu, dipilih melalui proses seleksi nama yang diikuti oleh karyawan Adbri. Nama ini berasal dari bahasa Narungga dan Kaurna di Australia Selatan, yang berarti "lumba-lumba", serta mencerminkan keterikatan yang kuat dengan lingkungan laut dan masyarakat setempat.

MV Yampu, yang dimiliki dan dioperasikan oleh CSL serta diawaki oleh pelaut Australia, dirancang khusus untuk melayani pengangkutan batu kapur pesisir milik Adbri dengan rute antara Klein Point dan Birkenhead. Rute tersebut merupakan bagian dari rantai pasok terintegrasi yang mendukung produksi semen dan bahan konstruksi.

Fakta-fakta penting:

Kapal pengangkut curah dengan sistem bongkar mandiri bertenaga baterai pertama di dunia.

Panjang 125 meter.

Kapasitas 11.900 tonase bobot mati.

Kapasitas baterai di atas kapal: 6.758 kWh.

Diperkirakan dapat mengangkut sekitar 2,7 juta ton batu kapur setiap tahun.

Meningkatkan kapasitas pengangkutan batu kapur tahunan sebesar 35 persen.

Diperkirakan dapat mengurangi konsumsi bahan bakar diesel hingga setengah juta liter dibandingkan kapal sebelumnya (MV Accolade II).

Diperkirakan dapat mengurangi emisi Scope 1 sebesar 40 persen dibandingkan kapal sebelumnya (MV Accolade II).

Dirancang agar dapat beroperasi sepenuhnya menggunakan tenaga listrik di masa mendatang.

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NEW YORK, Aug. 27, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- IPC Systems ("IPC"), a leading global provider of secure, compliant technology solutions for financial markets, today announced that BGC Group ("BGC"), a leading global brokerage and financial technology company servicing financial markets, has chosen IPC One as its strategic communications and connectivity platform. The selection expands the companies' long-standing relationship and supports BGC's growth strategy.

BGC selected IPC for its mature platform, best-in-class technology, proven reliability, extensive trading community, and commitment to innovation. Under the agreement, BGC is deploying IPC One capabilities - including One TradeDesk, One View, Soft Client, Mobile Client, One Connect, One Call, and Directory - as a unified platform to streamline connectivity and support global trading operations.

As trading firms modernize communications infrastructure, many are moving beyond legacy connectivity models that are costly, complex, and difficult to scale. BGC selected IPC One to advance its transformation strategy with a flexible, cloud-enabled platform built for global financial markets.

"We wanted a partner who could help reshape how our global business connects and trades," said Mike Whitaker, COO and CIO, BGC Group. "With IPC One, we've replaced complexity with a unified, cloud-enabled platform that empowers our teams to move faster, collaborate more effectively, and stay focused on delivering value to clients."

With IPC One, BGC will streamline operations, improve communications efficiency, and enhance the experience for brokers and traders. IPC's global financial markets ecosystem will give BGC broader counterparty access, greater operational agility, and a more connected trading environment across its global business.

"When a global market leader like BGC chooses IPC One, it reinforces a broader industry shift toward a next generation platform to power the trading ecosystem," said Kurt Adams, Chief Executive Officer of IPC Systems. "We're proud to expand our relationship with BGC and support its focus on operational efficiency, productivity, and future growth."

About IPC

IPC Systems is a specialist technology and services leader that has powered global financial markets for more than 50 years. The company delivers innovation in trading communications, market data connectivity, and financial technology infrastructure through a customer-first approach and an expansive financial ecosystem that connects market participants across asset classes worldwide.

IPC's global services include trading communications, electronic trading, data and analytics, and infrastructure-as-a-service solutions. IPC helps customers anticipate market change, adapt with confidence, and remain positioned for the future. To learn more, visit www.ipc.com, explore our Insights page, and follow us on LinkedIn.

About BGC Group, Inc.

BGC Group, Inc. (Nasdaq: BGC) is a leading global marketplace, data, and financial technology services company for a broad range of products, including fixed income, foreign exchange, energy, commodities, shipping, equities, and now includes the FMX Futures Exchange. BGC and leading global investment banks and market-making firms have partnered to create FMX, part of the BGC Group of companies, which includes a U.S. interest rate futures exchange, spot foreign exchange platform, and the world's fastest growing U.S. cash treasuries platform.

BGC's clients are many of the world's largest banks, broker-dealers, investment banks, trading firms, hedge funds, governments, corporations, and investment firms.

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MONACO, Aug. 27, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- With just weeks to go to the 6th edition at the Yacht Club de Monaco, the Monaco Smart & Sustainable Marina Rendezvous has unveiled final details of its programme.

Organised by M3 Monaco, a consultancy specialised in the development and management of marinas, yacht clubs and sailing schools, the event gathers marina managers, investors, architects, and industry players from 30 nations.

The focus will be on major changes reshaping marinas, including new projects, investment, biodiversity, decarbonisation, artificial intelligence and cybersecurity. It is supported by partners Prince Albert II of Monaco Foundation, ESA NanoTech, Bombardier, MB92 Group, Skytopia, Plus Marine, and Italian Yacht Masters.

The sector is booming with over a billion euros of investment committed globally to marine projects, driven by rising demand for berths and modernised infrastructure for superyachts (source August 2026: International Boat Industry).

An international line-up

To date, more than 30 companies have been selected in the Innovation category, while some ten marinas have confirmed their presence, alongside a strong selection of projects being showcased in the Architecture category led by nine professional architects and students. Participants span the whole value chain from innovative technologies and services to operations, investment and architectural design. All these initiatives are presented in the online E-Catalogue available at: https://sustainablesmartmarina.com/e-catalogue-2026

The two-day agenda includes conferences, roundtables, project presentations and networking sessions focused on key issues from environmental performance and technology innovation to business appeal and adapting marina facilities to new usages.

Operational priorities from day one

On Sunday 20 September after the exhibition opening, the first networking session gathers marinas, investors, innovative companies, partners and captains for three themed round tables focused on cybersecurity for connected marinas; new construction materials; and decarbonisation of the existing fleet. Informed by real-world experience, discussions will highlight solutions that have already been proven in the field.

Biodiversity, investment and architecture

The next day's discussions will highlight the growing role of biodiversity in marina development and new funding models for port infrastructure. Architects, engineers, and innovation companies will compare approaches to the challenges of adapting to climate change, energy generation, territorial integration, and evolving usage patterns. The goal is to identify development models that balance economic performance, resilience and sustainability.

From AI to new marina projects

In the afternoon the focus switches to artificial intelligence applied to the waterfront, the evolution of mooring facilities and new marina developments. Operators, architects, investors and captains will share their experiences of the design, financing and operation challenges facing port infrastructure, the overriding goal being to anticipate future needs of the yachting sector and coastal regions.

The day concludes with the Monaco Smart & Sustainable Marina Awards ceremony to honour projects selected by an international jury that are helping shape the marinas of tomorrow.

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August 27, 2026

The solution combines Philips' high-performance 1.5T MRI platform and advanced interventional workflow capabilities with Imricor's exclusive portfolio of systems and consumables for MR-guided cardiac interventions.

Amsterdam, the Netherlands - August 27, 2026: Royal Philips (NYSE: PHG, AEX: PHIA), a global leader in health technology, and Imricor Medical Systems (ASX: IMR), a pioneer and world-leading developer of MR-compatible products for interventional MR procedures, today announced a new Interventional MR (iMR) lab solution for Philips 1.5T MR.

The first commercially available configuration [1] combines Philips' 1.5T MRI platform and Imricor's portfolio of iMR systems and consumables, enabling an MR-guided workflow for cardiac intervention, without compromising on MR field strength. 

Meeting the need for greater tissue insight during cardiac intervention 

Cardiac arrhythmias affect millions of people worldwide, and catheter ablation is an established and increasingly utilized treatment for many complex cardiac arrhythmias. Yet today, these procedures continue to rely primarily on X-ray fluoroscopy, which provides only indirect visualization of soft tissue while exposing patients and clinical teams to ionizing radiation. 

MRI has already transformed cardiac diagnosis by enabling clinicians to visualize cardiac anatomy and tissue in exceptional detail. Bringing that same level of tissue insight into intervention has the potential to help physicians guide therapy more precisely, assess treatment response during procedures and identify potential therapy gaps before a patient leaves the procedure room ? all within a radiation-free work environment of an iMR. 

"Our ambition is not only to advance what clinicians can see with MRI, but also what they can do with it," said Ioannis Panagiotelis, PhD, Business Leader, Magnetic Resonance at Philips. "Philips has a long history of helping clinicians perform image-guided procedures with confidence, and we believe MRI can play an even greater role in providing care. With this new iMR lab solution, enabled through our collaboration with Imricor, we're expanding the role of cardiac MRI from diagnosis into the treatment environment." 

Panagiotelis added, "Cardiac electrophysiology is just the beginning. This iMR lab solution represents an important step in Philips' strategy to advance MRI across the care continuum, creating a platform that can expand into additional clinical areas while helping clinicians deliver the best possible care for their patients."

iMR built on Philips' leading cardiac 1.5T MRI platform 

The iMR lab solution combines Philips' high-performance 1.5T MRI platform with Imricor's portfolio of MR-compatible systems and consumables to create a complete, connected environment for MR-guided cardiac intervention ? marking the next milestone in the companies' long-standing collaboration to bring MR-guided cardiac intervention into routine clinical practice. 

The first commercially available configuration includes Philips' Cardiac MR Suite, featuring SmartHeart AI-powered cardiac planning and advanced cardiac imaging applications alongside Imricor's NorthStar? iMR mapping and guidance system, Advantage-MR? EP Recorder/Stimulator and Vision-MR? family of electrophysiology catheters [2]. Together, these technologies enable physicians to visualize cardiac anatomy and arrhythmia substrate, actively track catheters, perform electroanatomical mapping, assess lesion formation and evaluate treatment response throughout procedures within Philips' 1.5T MR environment. 

For hospitals, the iMR lab solution provides a turnkey platform for MR-guided cardiac intervention, bringing together advanced imaging, intelligent workflows and MR-compatible interventional technologies. The solution is built on Philips' BlueSeal helium-free MRI technology[3], reducing siting complexity and enabling installation closer to cardiology departments, helping support adoption today while establishing a scalable foundation for future iMR-guided procedures. 

"With interventional MR, the idea is not to move procedures into diagnostic MRI suites, but rather to bring MR imaging into the procedure room, a room we call an iMR lab," said Steve Wedan, Founder and CEO of Imricor. "Our collaboration with Philips has always been driven by this shared vision, and with our combined iMR lab solution, that vision becomes a reality today. Pairing Philips' world-class 1.5T MR platform with Imricor's exclusive portfolio of advanced iMR systems and interventional tools creates the world's first state-of-the-art high-performance iMR lab solution. We believe the future is about advanced image guidance for therapies and interventions, and the future is here now." 

The iMR lab solution will be showcased in Munich at ESC Congress 2026 and is commercially available immediately in CE-marked markets and, in some configurations, the U.S. Further Imricor configurations are expected to become available in the U.S. and additional markets, subject to regulatory clearances. 

[1] Philips issued a Third-Party Product Compatibility Declaration for Imricor's interventional MRI (iMR) equipment and consumables.  

[2] NorthStar and the Vision-MR Diagnostic Catheter are commercially available in the U.S. Other Imricor products are not yet cleared/approved for sale in the U.S. 

[3] Helium-free operations. 7 liters of helium is permanently enclosed in the cryogenic circuit. 

About Royal Philips

Royal Philips (NYSE: PHG, AEX: PHIA) is a leading health technology company focused on improving people's health and well-being through meaningful innovation. Philips' patient- and people-centric innovation leverages advanced technology and deep clinical and consumer insights to deliver personal health solutions for consumers and professional health solutions for healthcare providers and their patients in the hospital and the home.

Headquartered in the Netherlands, the company is a leader in image-guided therapy, diagnostic imaging, ultrasound, monitoring, enterprise informatics and personal health. Philips generated 2025 sales of approximately EUR 18 billion and employs approximately 63,700 employees with sales and services in more than 100 countries. News about Philips can be found at www.philips.com/newscenter.

About Imricor

Imricor Medical Systems, Inc. (ASX:IMR) is striving to make interventional medical procedures better, safer, and more cost effective by making it possible for these procedures to be performed under real-time magnetic resonance (MR) guidance, rather than under x-ray fluoroscopy guidance, thus taking advantage of MR's superior imaging capabilities. *

TASHKENT, Uzbekistan, August 23, 2026 - The ABB Davr Bank project was officially launched in Tashkent with the online participation of President of the Republic of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev and President of the Republic of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev.

The launch took place during a ceremony marking the inauguration and groundbreaking of projects being implemented by Azerbaijan in Uzbekistan.

Speaking during joint statements to the press with President Mirziyoyev, President Aliyev described the development as the entry of a leading Azerbaijani bank into the Uzbek market.

Under the project, ABB Bank will acquire a controlling stake in Davr Bank, one of Uzbekistan's commercial banks. Following completion of the transaction, the Bank will operate in the country under the ABB Davr  brand.

On August 22, during the Fourth Uzbekistan-Azerbaijan Interregional Forum in Tashkent, Abbas Ibrahimov, Chairman of ABB's Management Board, and Lutfulla Ubayev, Shareholder and Chairman of Davr Bank's Supervisory Board, signed a share purchase agreement for ABB Bank to acquire a controlling stake in Davr Bank.

All required regulatory approvals have been obtained and the relevant agreements have been signed. Completion of the acquisition remains subject only to the final settlement of the transaction.

The agreement represents an important step in ABB's expansion into Uzbekistan's financial market, in line with the geographic expansion objectives set out in the Bank's 2026-2028 Strategic Development Plan.

Operating under the ABB Davr  brand, the Bank will provide a broad range of financial services to corporate and retail customers throughout Uzbekistan. ABB Financial Group will introduce its corporate governance practices, digital transformation expertise, artificial intelligence-based solutions and comprehensive financial services for small and medium-sized enterprises to the Uzbek market.

With a population approaching 40 million and a rapidly growing economy, Uzbekistan presents significant opportunities for the development of modern banking services and solutions. ABB Davr Bank will seek to contribute to this development, with a particular focus on creating additional opportunities for the country's small and medium-sized enterprises.

ABB Bank's presence in Uzbekistan will also create significant new opportunities for the Group and further strengthen the regional and international standing of ABB Financial Group as a well-established Azerbaijani brand.

Abbas Ibrahimov, Chairman of ABB's Management Board and Lutfulla Ubayev, Shareholder and Chairman of Davr Bank's Supervisory Board, thanked the Presidents of Azerbaijan and Uzbekistan, as well as the relevant government authorities, for their support in creating the conditions for ABB's entry into the Uzbek market.

"It is a great honour for us that the first historic step towards ABB's geographic expansion in its new strategic period has been taken in brotherly Uzbekistan," Ibrahimov said. "We view this project as the beginning of our long-term presence in Uzbekistan and aspire to become a trusted financial partner for businesses, individuals and the country's economy. Our ambition is to create new opportunities, support economic development and contribute to the further strengthening of cooperation between Azerbaijan and Uzbekistan."

Lutfulla Ubayev, Shareholder and Chairman of Davr Bank's Supervisory Board, said: "With this transaction, we are taking banking services to a qualitatively new level. The expertise, innovative technologies and strong capital base of our new partner will enable Davr Bank to offer advanced financial products to its customers within a short period. This partnership will provide our Bank with even greater stability and lay the foundation for a major technological leap forward." **

HERNDON, Va., Aug. 27, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Learning Tree International today announced a new suite of live, instructor-led preparation courses for Anthropic's Claude certifications, giving organizations a structured path to build role-based Claude expertise across business, developer, and architecture teams.

As organizations move from AI experimentation to enterprise implementation, many need teams that can use AI tools responsibly, securely, and effectively in real business workflows. Anthropic's Claude has become a leading enterprise AI solution, recognized for advanced reasoning, large-context analysis, coding support, and an emphasis on responsible AI.

Learning Tree's Claude Certification Preparation courses help organizations develop validated, role-based expertise for business professionals, developers, and architects. Aligned to Anthropic's certification portfolio, the programs combine exam preparation with practical instruction on designing, developing, governing, and operationalizing Claude-powered solutions in enterprise environments.

Preparing Professionals Across Anthropic's Certification Portfolio

Learning Tree's new courses support preparation for Anthropic's four current role-based certifications:

Claude Certified Associate - Foundations (CCA-F) for professionals building foundational Claude knowledge and responsible AI practices.

Claude Certified Architect - Foundations (CCAR-F) for professionals designing Claude solutions and understanding enterprise architecture fundamentals.

Claude Certified Architect - Professional (CCAR-P) for experienced architects responsible for enterprise implementation, governance, security, and scalability.

Claude Certified Developer - Foundations (CCDV-F) for developers building applications, workflows, and integrations powered by Claude.

Together, these certifications create a structured learning pathway for organizations seeking to develop AI capabilities across business users, developers, architects, and technical leaders.

The new Claude certification preparation courses are available through live, instructor-led virtual delivery and private team training, giving individual professionals and enterprise teams flexible options to build role-based Claude skills. Private training can also be tailored to support broader certification, skills development, and workforce readiness goals.

Anthropic certification exams are currently available to eligible individuals employed by organizations in the Claude Partner Network, with final exam eligibility determined by Anthropic.

"Organizations need professionals who can confidently put Claude to work in real business environments," said Magnus Nylund, Chief Operating Officer of Learning Tree International. "Our instructor-led courses combine hands-on experience with certification preparation, helping professionals build validated Claude skills while enabling organizations to accelerate secure, responsible AI adoption."

Led by instructors who hold Anthropic Claude architect certifications, the courses include hands-on labs, enterprise-focused use cases, expert coaching, and mock examinations. Learners gain practical experience applying Claude to business challenges while preparing for certification exams, including use cases in productivity, workflow automation, software development, research and analysis, and enterprise decision-making.

Organizations benefit from a workforce prepared to build, govern, and scale Claude-powered solutions?reducing implementation risk, accelerating readiness, and creating a consistent approach to responsible AI adoption across teams.

Learning Tree's Claude curriculum helps organizations align business, developer, architect, and technical leadership teams around a shared approach to responsible AI adoption and practical Claude implementation.

About Learning Tree International

Learning Tree International is a global leader in workforce development and technology training solutions. For more than 50 years, Learning Tree has helped organizations and professionals around the world build the critical skills needed to thrive in a rapidly changing landscape. The company's instructor-led and hybrid learning programs empower individuals and organizations to accelerate transformation, improve performance, and achieve lasting results. Its AI Adoption Framework helps organizations build the readiness, role-based skills, and governance practices needed to translate AI-enabled technology investments into measurable business outcomes. Visit www.LearningTree.com to learn more. ***

At Booth 2C01, the company will highlight how customized medical-grade compounds, precision tubing, value-added processing, and healthcare solutions help regional OEMs develop and scale high-performance healthcare products.

Wayne, PA, Aug. 27, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- TekniPlex Healthcare, a global leader in advanced materials science and precision manufacturing solutions for the healthcare industry, will showcase its comprehensive portfolio of medical materials and component solutions at Medical Fair Asia 2026, taking place September 9?11 at Marina Bay Sands, Singapore. 

TekniPlex Healthcare will demonstrate how its combination of global expertise and regional manufacturing capabilities help Southeast Asian medical-device manufacturers select, develop, and scale critical components, from customized compounds and precision tubing through value-added processing and sterile barrier solutions.  

With nearly 60 years of materials science expertise, U.S. headquarters, and a global manufacturing footprint, TekniPlex Healthcare supports customers worldwide in medical devices, diagnostics, drug delivery, and healthcarepackaging applications. The company's China operations serve as an important manufacturing and technical support hub for the Asia-Pacific region, providing localized solutions backed by global quality systems and engineering expertise. 

At Medical Fair Asia 2026, TekniPlex Healthcare will highlight its broad capabilities, including: 

Customized medical-grade compounds: PVC and TPE formulations (including non-phthalate options) engineered around application-specific performance, processing, and sterilization requirements; 

Precision tubing and extrusion: Single and multi-lumen, multilayer, co-extruded, radiopaque, and micro-diameter constructions supporting fluid management, drug delivery, diagnostics, and minimally invasive-device applications; 

Value-added component processing: Printing, hole punching, cutting, and other secondary operations from a single vendor, to simplify the customer's component supply chain; 

Sterile barrier packaging: Materials and packaging solutions that help protect device integrity through distribution, sterilization, and end use. 

TekniPlex China operates an ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 13485:2016 certified manufacturing facility in Suzhou, Jiangsu Province, featuring Class 10,000 and Class 100,000 cleanroom environments. The facility specializes in medical compounds, precision tubing, spray tubing, and other healthcare material solutions, supporting both multinational medical device companies and innovative local manufacturers.  For customers, this combines localized responsiveness and supply-chain efficiency with the quality systems, engineering support, and application expertise of TekniPlex Healthcare's global network. 

"Medical Fair Asia provides an important opportunity for us to connect with medical device manufacturers and industry partners across Southeast Asia," said Jessica Chen, Managing Director, TekniPlex China. "As the MedTech industry continues to develop in the region, customers are increasingly looking for reliable partners who can provide not only high-quality materials, but also technical expertise, manufacturing flexibility, and supply-chain confidence. TekniPlex Healthcare is committed to supporting these needs through our global capabilities and strong regional presence." 

Through its participation at Medical Fair Asia 2026, TekniPlex Healthcare will demonstrate how materials-science expertise, localized APAC manufacturing, and integrated component and packaging capabilities can help medical-device manufacturers reduce supply-chain complexity and bring high-performance healthcare products to market with greater confidence. 

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About TekniPlex Healthcare 

  

TekniPlex Healthcare utilizes advanced materials science expertise and technologies to develop and deliver critical solutions for medical and diagnostic devices, drug delivery systems and sterile barrier healthcarepackaging applications. With a global reach, the division's deep understanding of the greater pharmaceuticals and medical landscape helps it produce exemplary barrier properties for drugs and precision medical devices for interventional and therapeutic procedures.    

   

In the medical device niche, TekniPlex Healthcare embodies a comprehensive CDMO partner capable of servicing every stage of the product life cycle, from design and development through componentmanufacturing and final assembly. Throughout its broad purview, the division's ever-evolving portfolio helps meet demands for high-leverage medicines and mission-critical healthcare products that benefit care providers and patients. For more information visit www.tekni-plex.com/healthcare.  

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Registration extended to 14 September 2026 following strong global response, giving more traders the opportunity to compete

HONG KONG SAR - Media OutReach Newswire - 27 August 2026 - ATFX World Trading Cup is under way, bringing together new and existing ATFX clients from around the world to compete for a USD 210,000 cash prize pool.

Eligible traders can register through the Client Portal until 14 September 2026, giving them time to join the competition as it progresses through its regional stages towards the World Finals.

Under the theme, "Fight for Your Region. Trade for the Crown.", ATFX World Trading Cup puts trading performance at the centre of the trading competition. Traders compete across multiple stages, with rankings determined by Profit % Return. This approach rewards strategic growth rather than the size of a trader's starting capital, helping to create a more level basis for competition.

To take part, traders must open a live trading account, complete verification, and register through the Client Portal with the required minimum deposit. Tournament is open to eligible new and existing ATFX clients who want to test their skills against traders from their regions and beyond.

ATFX World Trading Cup runs across three stages: Regional Qualifiers from 17 August to 2 October, Regional Finals from 14 October to 13 November, and World Finals in December 2026. Each stage raises the stakes as participants compete for progression to the World Finals.

The journey culminates in a live finale in Hong Kong, where the elite Top 3 from each region will win an all-expenses-paid trip to compete against the best of the best. The ultimate World Champion will claim a USD 100,000 grand prize, with an additional USD 60,000 distributed among the finalists.

Eligible traders can register for ATFX World Trading Cup until 14 September 2026. Full terms and conditions, including eligibility criteria, are available at https://www.atfx.com/en/promotions/world-trading-cup.

About ATFX

ATFX is a leading global fintech broker with a local presence in 24 locations and holds 10 regulatory licences and authorisations, including UK's FCA, Australia's ASIC, Cyprus' CySEC, the UAE's CMA, Hong Kong's SFC, South Africa's FSCA. With a strong commitment to customer satisfaction, innovative technology, and strict regulatory compliance, ATFX delivers exceptional trading experiences to clients worldwide.

For further information, please visit ATFX website https://www.atfx.com.

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Two-decade collaboration with German tax authorities reinforces Caseware's innovation leadership ahead of CwX Germany on September 9, where the company will unveil a major new AI innovation.

D?SSELDORF, Germany, Aug. 27, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Caseware, the leading AI platform for assurance and financial reporting, today announced its continued collaboration with German tax authorities in developing the DSFinVBV (Digital Interface Regulation for Tax Authorities for Accounting Data).

The Caseware team submitted a detailed technical statement to the Federal Ministry of Finance (BMF) on the proposed standard that will reshape digital tax auditing in Germany.

The contribution reflects Caseware's broader commitment to building AI-enabled technology that evolves alongside changing regulation, helping audit, tax and accounting professionals work with confidence on a secure, intelligent, end to end platform designed for highly regulated environments.

Long-Standing Collaboration Drives Industry Innovation

The DSFinVBV regulation will introduce modern technical data formatting standards and a standardized scope of data. This will enable tax auditors to analyze company data without manufacturer-specific preparation, significantly improving efficiency.

Building on more than 20 years of collaboration with German tax authorities in electronic tax auditing, Caseware has played a pivotal role in shaping the technical infrastructure that underpins modern tax administration in Germany. This collaboration has resulted in significant contributions to current tax data standards.

Technical Leadership and Market Expertise

The same expertise that informs Germany's evolving tax standards is embedded in the Caseware platform, where connected workflows, standardized methodologies and AI-enabled capabilities help firms adapt more quickly to regulatory change while maintaining quality and governance.

Caseware's contribution to the DSFinVBV consultation process reflects the company's deep technical knowledge gained through:

Co-development of current standards: Significant involvement in creating the existing description standard and federal conventions that form the foundation of the new DSFinVBV regulation

Nationwide software deployment: IDEA data analysis software used by state tax auditors, company auditors and accounting firms across Germany

Interface development expertise: Creation of over 100 manufacturer-specific interfaces enabling automatic conversion of taxpayer data exports into standardized formats

Comprehensive market knowledge: Experience supporting taxpayers and software providers in meeting German tax system requirements, particularly complex cases involving custom systems and international software platforms

Addressing Industry Challenges

"We are uniquely positioned to contribute to the development of DSFinVBV alongside professional associations, standard setters (including XBRL), and ERP system vendors," said Andreas Arntz, Senior Product Manager, Caseware. "We bring not only technical expertise from developing IDEA data analysis software used nationwide by auditing services, but also practical insights from creating over 100 manufacturer-specific interfaces that enable seamless data conversion across diverse accounting systems."

The company's contribution is built on extensive experience working with ERP data across a wide range of industries, many years of certifying tax data interfaces for ERP systems, and supporting similar tax authority initiatives across Europe, including SAF-T. 

This expertise is particularly valuable as the DSFinVBV seeks to establish a consistent tax data standard across diverse technology environments and organizations of varying size and complexity. It provides practical insight into designing a standard that enables tax auditors and businesses alike to prepare for and execute a smooth transition from the current tax data standard to the new framework. 

Future of Digital Tax Auditing

Caseware Germany continues to contribute technical expertise to ensure the successful implementation of digital transformation.

Be among the first to experience the future at CwX Germany

From helping shape the future of regulation to celebrating the future leaders of the profession, Caseware continues to power trust in the global economy by investing in innovation at every level. 

CwX Germany 2026 returns to D?sseldorf on September 9 with the theme "Innovation in Motion - Advancing Your Organization into the Agentic Age," bringing together industry leaders to explore how AI and agentic technologies are reshaping audit, accounting and finance. Attendees will experience inspiring AI keynotes, practical customer success stories, interactive product demonstrations, breakout sessions, networking opportunities, and an exclusive first look at a major new Caseware AI innovation during a special product launch announcement.

Register today to join us in D?sseldorf and discover how Caseware customers across Germany are shaping the future of the profession.

The keynote programme features Dr. Henning Beck, exploring the unique role of human intelligence in the age of AI; Prof. Dr. Anabel Tern?s von Hattburg, examining how AI is transforming business, leadership and the future of work; and Alexander Thamm, sharing practical strategies for turning AI into measurable business value.

The event will also celebrate the Caseware Germany 30 Under 30 Awards, recognising the next generation of innovators who are driving digital transformation across the profession. Know someone making an impact? Submit a nomination here: Caseware 30 Under 30 Awards.

Watch the launch live 

Join us on LinkedIn Live for an exclusive first look at a major new Caseware AI innovation, unveiled during CwX Germany's special product launch announcement.  

About Caseware 

Caseware is the leading global AI platform for accounting professionals, serving 23,000+ firms in over 130 countries. Caseware's platform powers audit, financial reporting, and compliance workflows for firms of every size - from regional practices to the world's largest networks. Caseware enables the world of audit and accounting to unlock efficiency, deliver excellence, and grow with confidence. Through precision, partnership, and innovation, we are powering trust in the global economy. For more information, visit Caseware.   

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DUBLIN, Aug. 27, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- As the "back-to-work" season approaches, companies are replacing virtual meetings with face-to-face retreats to address remote work fatigue and strengthen organizational culture.

To identify where teams can genuinely build connections, Holafly has launched the Global Team-Building Index, ranking destinations based on group activity infrastructure, accessibility, overall experience, and value.

The results identify Lisbon, Portugal as the world's leading destination, driven by its coastal activities, flight connectivity, and competitive costs.

The rise of the active corporate retreat

As hybrid and remote work become permanent, business travel is shifting toward experiential connections. Organizations are prioritizing places where employees can bond outdoors, whether that means sailing together or embarking on scavenger hunts.

The Iberian Peninsula takes the crown

Lisbon secured the number one spot: the airport sits close to the city center, while the river and coast provide a spectacular playground for sailing regattas and surfing challenges. Barcelona follows in second place with large hotel room blocks alongside high-end cultural experiences.

Eastern and Central Europe are budget-friendly champions

To maximize budget efficiency without sacrificing quality, Central Europe offers compelling alternatives. Prague and Budapest rank high, with costs for dining, accommodations, and venue up to 30% lower than Western Europe. Both offer memorable group activities like medieval castle banquets and old-town scavenger hunts.

Top 10 global destinations for team-building in 2026

1 - Lisbon, Portugal

2 - Barcelona, Spain

3 - Prague, Czech Republic

4 - Mallorca, Spain

5 - Budapest, Hungary

6 - Antalya, Turkey

7 - Athens, Greece

8 - Milan, Italy

9 - Chamonix, France

10 - Berlin, Germany

Where should Californians go for a team-building retreat?

The California Team-Building Index evaluated destinations within a 4-hour flight radius. Cabo San Lucas (Mexico) ranked first, offering direct flights, luxury resorts, and premium activities. It is followed by Denver (Colorado), which serves as an oasis for wellness retreats.

Top 10 Team-Building Destinations for Californians

1 - Cabo San Lucas, Mexico

2 - Denver, United States

3 - Mexico City, Mexico

4 - Portland, United States

5 - Vancouver, Canada

6 - Scottsdale, United States

7 - Austin, United States

8 - Jackson Hole, United States

9 - Guanajuato, Mexico

10 - Kauai, United States

Where should European companies go for their next offsite?

For British companies, Lisbon combines sunny coasts with rapid flight access. For German teams, Prague offers rail and air accessibility with budget efficiency. Spanish enterprises find their match in Lisbon, benefiting from proximity and local value.

Top 5 team-building destinations for UK companies

1 - Lisbon, Portugal

2 - Barcelona, Spain

3 - Mallorca, Spain

4 - Chamonix, France

5 - Prague, Czech Republic

Top 5 team-building destinations for German companies

1 - Prague, Czech Republic

2 - Lisbon, Portugal

3 - Barcelona, Spain

4 - Mallorca, Spain

5 - Budapest, Hungary

Top 5 team-building destinations for Spanish companies

1 - Lisbon, Portugal

2 - Prague, Czech Republic

3 - Budapest, Hungary

4 - Milan, Italy

5 - Antalya, Turkey

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Limited Engagement Beginning Tuesday, February 2, 2027 at New York City's Lyric Theatre

New York City, NY, Aug. 27, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Bloody Brilliant! Ron Weasley is back. The Producers of the record-breaking hit Harry Potter and the Cursed Child announced today that Rupert Grint, who charmed audiences worldwide on-screen as "Ron Weasley" in all eight blockbuster Harry Potter films as part of the "Golden Trio," will join the Broadway production at the Lyric Theatre in New York City in the same iconic role he made famous on screen. 

Nearly two decades after filming wrapped on the final Harry Potter film, the actor who brought "Ron Weasley" to life on screen with effortless humor and immense heart will appear as "Ron Weasley" for 17 weeks beginning Tuesday, February 2, 2027, and continuing through Sunday, May 30, 2027.

To see Mr. Grint return to the role of "Ron Weasley" live at New York City's Lyric Theatre, fans can sign up for first access to tickets at www.HarryPotterBroadway.com through Monday, August 31st at 5:59 p.m. ET, which will unlock entry to the pre-sale on Tuesday, September 1st at 11 a.m. ET. Tickets go on sale to the general public on Wednesday, September 2nd at 11 a.m. ET.

Rupert Grint said, "Ron Weasley has been a part of me since I was 11 years old and I can't wait to meet him again in this stage of life. There is something so full-circle and so special about stepping back into Ron's shoes now when we are both fathers; it is somehow both very familiar and completely new. And the joy of being back on Broadway, this time in a role that defined so much of my life is truly exciting.

"The first time I saw Cursed Child onstage, I was blown away and I can't wait to set foot back on Platform 9 ? and pick up where I left off. I am overjoyed to join this exceptional cast and crew at the Lyric Theatre this winter."

In a joint statement, producers Sonia Friedman and Colin Callender said, "Rupert Grint's performance as Ron Weasley in the eight Harry Potter films defined for generations what it meant to be a loyal and brave friend even in the face of adversity and hardship. We, along with all the wizarding world fans around the globe, watched Rupert grow up through his portrayal of Ron while preserving the qualities at the very heart of the character ? his humor, his bravery, and of course, that unmistakably cheeky grin ? like an invisible thread woven throughout the years.

"In joining our extraordinary company onstage at the Lyric Theatre in New York City, Rupert is not simply revisiting a role from his past. He is continuing a journey he began as a child and carrying it forward with all the life and experience he has gained since filming concluded, including a career that has taken him from film to television to acclaimed stage work on both Broadway and the West End. His return creates a powerful bridge between the story audiences first fell in love with and the story of family, legacy and the passage of time that Harry Potter and the Cursed Child carries forward.

"We feel enormously privileged not only to welcome a world-class actor to our Broadway company, but to welcome back the actor who made Ron Weasley so beloved."

As previously announced, Tom Felton, who appeared alongside Mr. Grint in the Harry Potter films as "Draco Malfoy," continues in the role he originated through Sunday, January 3, 2027.

More About Rupert Grint

Rupert Grint has established himself as a versatile actor across film, television, and theater. 

Grint most recently starred in Hanna Bergholm's film Nightborn which premiered at the 2026 Berlin International Film Festival, and was released by IFC. The film follows a couple who move into an isolated house deep in the Finnish forest to start a family and after the birth of their son, their joy is overshadowed by a chilling suspicion about their newborn, causing a rift as they grapple with the disturbing truth. Next, Grint will star in Paramount Pictures' highly anticipated film Ebenezer which will open in theaters on November 13.  

Previously, Grint starred in M. Night Shyamalan's "Servant," which ran for four seasons on Apple TV. Additionally, he starred in M. Night's feature Knock at the Cabin - which opened at number one at the box office, and Guillermo del Toro's anthology series "Cabinet of Curiosities" which aired on Netflix. Grint's other notable credits include the features Wild Target opposite Emily Blunt and Bill Nighy and CBGB opposite Alan Rickman as well as the series "Snatch," and "Sick Note."

On stage, Grint made his Broadway debut in the original production of It's Only a Play, opposite Matthew Broderick and Nathan Lane. In the UK, he made his West End debut in the production of Jez Butterworth's acclaimed play Mojo, starring as the lead opposite Ben Whishaw. 

Additionally, in August 2025, Grint was featured in Ed Sheeran's music video "A Little More."

Grint is best known for his portrayal of Ron Weasley in all eight Harry Potter films, which collectively have grossed over $7.7 billion worldwide at the box office.

More About Harry Potter and the Cursed Child

Harry Potter and the Cursed Child, the first Harry Potter story to be presented onstage and the eighth story in the Harry Potter series, has sold over 14 million tickets worldwide since its world premiere in London in July 2016 and holds a record 60 major honors, with nine Laurence Olivier Awards including Best New Play and six Tony Awards including Best Play. The international phenomenon has cast its spell worldwide with productions currently running in London, New York, Tokyo, The Netherlands and across North America on tour.

The most successful non-musical play in Broadway history, Harry Potter and the Cursed Child has the unique distinction of being named by the Guinness World Records as the highest-grossing non-musical play in Broadway history with over $532 million total sales and over 4.1 million tickets sold. It's also now the 3rd longest running play in Broadway history.  

Based on an original story by J.K. Rowling, Jack Thorne and John Tiffany, Harry Potter and the Cursed Child is a play by Jack Thorne, directed by John Tiffany.    

Harry Potter and the Cursed Child features movement by Steven Hoggett, set by Christine Jones, costumes by Katrina Lindsay, music & arrangements by Imogen Heap, lighting by Neil Austin, sound by Gareth Fry, illusions & magic by Jamie Harrison, music supervision & arrangements by Martin Lowe. US Casting by Jim Carnahan, CSA.  

Harry Potter and the Cursed Child is produced by Sonia Friedman Productions, Colin Callender and Harry Potter Theatrical Productions.  

It's time to believe in magic again. When Harry Potter's headstrong son Albus befriends the son of his fiercest rival, Draco Malfoy, it sparks an unbelievable new journey - one that draws Harry, Ron and Hermione, the oldest and best of friends, back together and has the power to change the past and future forever.

Prepare for a mind-blowing race through time, spectacular spells and an epic battle, all brought to life with the most astonishing theatrical magic ever seen onstage. "You'll be wondering 'how'd they do that?' for days to come" (People Magazine).

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Opening in September within one of Selangor's most ambitious developments, ASAI Gamuda Cove brings together 280 rooms, locally inspired dining, and easy access to wetlands and waterpark attractions in a well-connected destination near Kuala Lumpur International Airport and Sepang International Circuit

BANGKOK, THAILAND - Media OutReach Newswire - 27 August 2026 - Dusit Hotels and Resorts, the hotel arm of Dusit International, one of Thailand's leading hotel and property development companies, is set to introduce its locally focused, affordable lifestyle brand, ASAI Hotels, to Malaysia, with the opening of ASAI Gamuda Cove.

Scheduled to welcome its first guests on 15 September 2026, the 13-storey hotel is located within the 1,530-acre Gamuda Cove township, approximately 20 minutes by car from Kuala Lumpur International Airport. The largest ASAI property to date, it is also Dusit's second hotel in Malaysia, following Dusit Princess Melaka, and the first ASAI hotel to open outside a city neighbourhood. It joins the brand's three established properties in Bangkok and Kyoto.

Embodying the ASAI Hotels slogan, Live Local, the hotel places some of Selangor's most distinctive nature experiences right on guests' doorstep. It sits beside the 1,111-acre Paya Indah Discovery Wetlands, a nature reserve and wildlife sanctuary where visitors can observe native wildlife and explore a rare freshwater wetland landscape. Alongside it, the 90-acre Wetlands Arboretum serves as a living tree museum, with walking routes, birdwatching, and environmental learning activities offering further opportunities to experience the area's biodiversity at close range.

Also nearby is the family-friendly SplashMania Waterpark, home to 39 slides and attractions, as well as Discovery Park, an outdoor recreation and entertainment hub offering activities for families and adventure seekers. An electric tram network connects key destinations across the township, allowing guests to move easily between its nature, recreation, and commercial areas without relying on private vehicles.

Across 280 thoughtfully planned rooms, ASAI Gamuda Cove's design focuses on comfort, efficient use of space, and flexibility. Options range from compact rooms for solo travellers and couples to balcony rooms, bunk-bed configurations, and a two-room family category sleeping up to six guests. Selected rooms look towards the wetlands, while all include fast Wi-Fi, smart televisions, walk-in showers, and practical storage.

Beyond the guest rooms, the hotel features an infinity pool overlooking the wetlands, a gym, co-working areas, flexible meeting and event spaces accommodating up to 100 people, and three dining venues centred on Malaysian flavours, complemented by Thai and international dishes.

The all-day dining restaurant Nasi & Khao draws on the comfort-food traditions shared by Malaysia and Thailand, bringing Malaysian classics, vibrant Thai flavours, and familiar Western dishes together in a relaxed setting. Tea Shop provides a warm, community-focused space for curated teas and light bites from morning until late, while the Pool Bar pairs handcrafted cocktails, refreshments, and snacks with views across the infinity pool and Paya Indah Discovery Wetlands.

The hotel will also place guests approximately 20 minutes by car from Sepang International Circuit, where Formula 1 will return for the first time since 2017 with the Formula 1 Gulf Air Bahrain Grand Prix in Malaysia, taking place from 2-4 October 2026.

"ASAI Gamuda Cove shows how our Live Local approach can work in a setting where nature, recreation, and a growing community come together," said Mr Chanin Donavanik, Group CEO, Dusit International. "It will give travellers a comfortable and practical base, provide local residents with new places to meet and dine, and put the wetlands and the wider township within easy reach. Opening just ahead of Formula 1's return gives us an excellent opportunity to demonstrate what ASAI offers to visitors from Malaysia and around the world. And the hotel's role will extend well beyond the race weekend: we want every stay to help guests experience more of the area and connect with the people who call it home."

ASAI Hotels was created for travellers who value well-designed essentials, accessible rates, and a closer connection to the places they visit. Each property combines compact, functional rooms with social, dining, and co-working spaces shaped by its location. ASAI Gamuda Cove will become the brand's fourth operating hotel, joining ASAI Bangkok Chinatown and ASAI Bangkok Sathorn in Thailand, and ASAI Kyoto Shijo in Japan.

ASAI's Malaysian debut will also mark the latest step in Dusit's expansion in the country, following the opening of Dusit Princess Melaka in December 2024. The company's presence in Malaysia is set to grow further in October 2026 with the opening of Dusit Princess Ipoh, details of which will be announced soon.

For more information, please visit dusit.com/asai-gamuda-cove.

About Dusit Hotels and Resorts

Dusit Hotels and Resorts is the hotel arm of Dusit International. With a heartfelt belief and commitment to introducing Thai-inspired gracious hospitality to the world, Dusit Hotels and Resorts offers guests a uniquely special stay in high-style surroundings and a personalised approach to service. The group's portfolio of hotels, resorts and luxury villas includes close to 300 properties operating under a total of nine brands (Devarana - Dusit Retreats, Dusit Thani, Dusit Suites, Dusit Collection, Dusit Hotels, dusitD2, Dusit Princess, ASAI Hotels, and Elite Havens) across 19 countries worldwide.

For more information, please visit dusit.com

About Dusit International

Established in 1949, Dusit International is a leading hospitality group listed on the Stock Exchange of Thailand. Its operations comprise five distinct yet complementary business units: Dusit Hotels and Resorts, Dusit Hospitality Education, Dusit Foods, Real Estate Development, and Hospitality-Related Services.

Dusit's diversified investments in real estate development, hospitality-related services, and the food sector are part of its long-term strategy for sustainable growth, which focuses on three key areas: balance, expansion, and diversification.

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SHANGHAI, Aug. 26, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Shanghai Junshi Biosciences Co., Ltd ("Junshi Biosciences," HKEX: 1877; SSE: 688180), a leading innovation-driven biopharmaceutical company dedicated to the discovery, development, and commercialization of novel therapies, announced its 2026 interim financial results and provided corporate updates.

FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS

*As of June 30, 2026, the company's total revenue was approximately RMB1,696 million for the first half of 2026 (2026H1), a 45% increase compared to 2025, which was made possible by the rise in sales revenue of pharmaceutical products. In particular, the domestic sales revenue of our core product, toripalimab, reached approximately RMB1,299 million, around 36% more than in 2025. In addition, out-licensing revenue also increased by approximately RMB152 million, an approximately 149% improvement from 2025.

*Total research and development ("R&D") expenses of the company were approximately RMB644 million for 2026H1, which was primarily used to advance the construction of our R&D technology platforms, explore potential drug targets and strengthen our clinical pipelines.

*Profit attributable to owners of the company increased to RMB26 million for 2026H1, representing an increase of approximately RMB439 million compared to 2025. When excluding the effects of share-based payment, profit attributable to owners of the company reached RMB153 million, representing an increase of approximately RMB566 million compared to 2025.

*Net cash inflow from financing activities was approximately RMB1,643 million, which fully covered the cash outflows in operating and investing activities, leading to an increase in bank balances and cash. A successful issuance of the 2026 first tranche of technology innovation bonds generated a net cash inflow of approximately RMB1,000 million for the company.

*As of June 30, 2026, the company's aggregate of bank balances, cash, and financial products reached approximately RMB3,670 million, providing a relatively sufficient cash position for further development.

BUSINESS HIGHLIGHTS

During 2026H1, we remained steadfast in tackling patients' "unmet medical needs" and realizing our goal of "improving quality, reducing cost and enhancing efficiency." We continued to ensure all-rounded, high-quality compliance, and made breakthrough progress in discovery, clinical development and commercialization of innovative drugs and business operations with accelerating international development.

Advancements in the pipeline: Junshi Biosciences' innovative R&D field has expanded from monoclonal antibodies to the research and development of various drug modalities, including small molecule drugs, antibody drug conjugates ("ADC"), bi-specific or multi-specific antibodies, fusion protein, nucleic acid drugs and vaccines, as well as the exploration of next-generation innovative therapies including those for cancer and autoimmune diseases. To date, a total of four drugs (TUOYI?, JUNMAIKANG, MINDEWEI and JUNSHIDA) have been commercialized, five products are in phase 3 clinical studies (including two products currently awaiting new drug application [the "NDA"] acceptance), and various innovative drugs that are competitive in the international market are undergoing accelerated clinical trials.

In February 2026, the indications of toripalimab for the first-line treatment of nasopharyngeal carcinoma ("NPC") and the first-line treatment of esophageal squamous cell carcinoma ("ESCC") were approved for marketing in Oman and Qatar.

In March 2026, the NDA for JS001sc (toripalimab injection [subcutaneous injection]) for 12 indications in the treatment of tumors were accepted by the National Medical Products Administration (the "NMPA").

In April 2026, the indication expansion of toripalimab for the first-line treatment of ESCC was approved for marketing in Singapore.

In May 2026, the supplemental new drug application ("sNDA") for the new indication of TUOYI? in combination with disitamab vedotin for the treatment for patients with human epidermal growth factor receptor 2 ("HER2")-expressing (which is defined as achieving score of 1+, 2+ or 3+ in HER2 immunohistochemistry test) locally advanced or metastatic urothelial carcinoma ("UC") was approved by the NMPA.

In May 2026, the phase 3 clinical study of TUOYI? in combination with chemotherapy as perioperative treatment for resectable stage II-III non-small cell lung cancer ("NSCLC") patients met the primary endpoint in the final analysis. In July 2026, the supplemental application for the indication of TUOYI? in combination with chemotherapy as perioperative treatment for resectable stage II-III NSCLC patients was accepted.

In May 2026, the indications of toripalimab for the first-line and second-line or later treatment of NPC were approved for marketing in Malaysia and South Africa.

In June 2026, the indications of toripalimab for the first-line treatment of NPC and first-line treatment of ESCC were approved for marketing in Peru.

In June 2026, the indications of toripalimab for the first-line and second-line or later treatment of NPC were approved for marketing in Brazil.

Updates on external collaborations

In June 2026, JunTop Biosciences, a controlling subsidiary of the company, reached a collaborative agreement with the Institute of Microbiology, Chinese Academy of Sciences. JunTop Biosciences was granted the exclusive global license rights for quadrivalent recombinant dengue vaccine.

In June 2026, the company entered into a license agreement with Fosun Wanbang, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Fosun Pharma. The company granted Fosun Wanbang the right to develop, register, manufacture and commercialize roconkibart ("JS005" or "anti-IL-17A monoclonal antibody") in the Greater China region. Under the agreement, the company will receive an upfront payment of RMB215 million, which shall be non-deductible and non-refundable, and will be eligible to receive milestone payments for product development and sales of RMB1,125 million, as well as double-digit tiered royalties based on net sales in the Greater China region.

Updates on other significant events

From November 2025 to March 2026, Mr. Xiong Jun, one of the controlling shareholders and actual controllers, and the chairman of the Board of the Directors of Junshi Biosciences, increased his shareholding of the company by 3,259,495 A shares and H shares in aggregate, accounting for 0.32% of the total share capital of the company, with a total transaction amount of RMB100,638,052.19.

About Junshi Biosciences

Founded in December 2012, Junshi Biosciences (HKEX: 1877; SSE: 688180) is an innovation-driven biopharmaceutical company dedicated to the discovery, development and commercialization of innovative therapeutics. With our outstanding capacity for innovative drug discovery, strong biotechnology R&D capability, and large-scale production capacity, we have successfully developed a drug candidate portfolio with global competitiveness and a well-structured research pipeline, which covers therapeutic areas including cancer, autoimmune, metabolic, and infectious diseases. Our innovative field spans cutting-edge therapeutic modalities, including mAbs, small-molecule drugs, ADCs, bsAb/msAb, fusion proteins, nucleic acid drugs and vaccines. Five of the company's products have received marketing authorizations in China and international markets, one of which is toripalimab, China's domestically developed anti-PD-1 monoclonal antibody. Toripalimab has been approved in over 50 countries and regions including China, the US, and Europe.

With a mission of "providing patients with world-class, trustworthy, affordable, and innovative drugs," Junshi Biosciences is "In China, For Global." At present, the company boasts over 3,000 employees mainly in the United States (Maryland) and China (Shanghai, Suzhou, Beijing, Guangzhou). For more information, please visit: http://www.junshipharma.com.

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AUCKLAND, NEW ZEALAND - Media OutReach Newswire - 27 August 2026 - Chubb today announced the appointment of Jon Longmore as Country President of New Zealand, effective September 2026.

Based in Auckland, Longmore will report to Chris Colahan, Country President, Australia and New Zealand (Acting). In this role, Longmore will lead Chubb's general insurance business in New Zealand, including Commercial P&C, Personal Lines and Accident & Health.

Colahan said, "In his 15 years with Chubb, Jon has built a deep understanding of our business through leadership roles in underwriting, distribution and digital. He has a strong track record of developing high-performing teams with a genuine commitment to client and broker service, and he is well-positioned to lead the continued growth of our New Zealand business."

Longmore joined Chubb in 2011, progressing through senior management roles in underwriting and distribution in Australia. In 2018, he was appointed Head of Digital, Asia Pacific based in Singapore, before taking on the role of Country President of Indonesia in 2020. Most recently, Longmore served as Country President of Malaysia.

About Chubb

Chubb is a world leader in insurance. With operations in 54 countries and territories, Chubb provides commercial and personal property and casualty insurance, personal accident and supplemental health insurance, reinsurance and life insurance to a diverse group of clients. The company is defined by its extensive product and service offerings, broad distribution capabilities, exceptional financial strength and local operations globally. Parent company Chubb Limited is listed on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: CB) and is a component of the S&P 500 index. Chubb employs approximately 45,000 people worldwide. Additional information can be found at: www.chubb.com.

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Former Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS), Sygnum, and BPI Financial executive joins TRM to lead policy engagement with regulators, law enforcement, and industry across Asia-Pacific

SINGAPORE, Aug. 27, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- TRM Labs (TRM), the company building AI-first solutions to disrupt criminal networks, counter national security threats, and support compliant financial institutions, has appointed Ziqing Ang as Head of Policy, APAC.

In this role, Ang will work with regulators, policymakers, law enforcement agencies, and private institutions across Asia-Pacific to advance efforts against illicit networks and to strengthen the region's collective response to emerging threats.

Asia-Pacific has become one of the most consequential regions in the world for digital asset and AI policy, and criminal networks are leveraging this transformative technology to move at unprecedented speed and scale.

TRM tracked adjusted crypto crime volume rising from approximately USD 123 million in 2020 to more than USD 103 billion in 2025, with investment scams, including pig butchering, driving 62% of last year's fraud inflows. Generative AI is compounding the problem. TRM has tracked a 40% increase in AI-enabled scam activity, from deepfake recruitment videos to fabricated account dashboards, as these tools move from experiment to operational infrastructure.

APAC regulators are building digital asset and AI governance frameworks at the same time, giving the region a real opportunity to write enforcement and compliance tools directly into them from the start. Policy has to keep pace with criminal actors who are using technology to operate at unprecedented speed and scale.

Ang brings more than a decade of experience at the intersection of policy, financial markets, digital assets and institutional business development. She began her career at the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS), spending more than eight years across financial markets development and reserve management, where she worked alongside industry and public-sector stakeholders to shape strategic initiatives advancing Singapore's capital markets ecosystem and its position as a global financial centre. She went on to manage fixed income portfolios and contribute to macroeconomic and investment research for Singapore's official foreign reserves.

From MAS, Ang moved into the digital asset industry, joining Sygnum, the world's first regulated digital asset bank, as Vice President of Business Development, where she supported digital asset adoption among institutional and accredited investors. Most recently, she served as Chief Business Officer at Bright Point International Digital Assets (BPI Financial Group), where she led the development of the firm's OTC brokerage, spanning licensing and institutional infrastructure.

"This is a moment when the public and private sectors must come together to get ahead of the threats emerging in this region," said Ari Redbord, Global Head of Policy at TRM Labs. "Ziqing brings deep expertise and experience working across both the public and private sectors, and the credibility to bring regulators and industry together around this work."

"Asia-Pacific is at an important stage in how it regulates technology in the age of AI, and the decisions made over the next few years will shape the safety of the ecosystem," said Ziqing Ang, Head of Policy, APAC at TRM Labs. "I've spent my career moving between regulators and the institutions they oversee, and I've seen how much good regulation and strong partnerships between the public and private sector can do. TRM's focus on building a safer world is the kind of work I want to be part of, and I'm looking forward to working with regulators, law enforcement, and industry across the region to support responsible innovation."

Ang's appointment reflects TRM's continued investment in Asia-Pacific and the growing importance of local policy expertise as governments and institutions build the frameworks for a compliant digital asset economy. It follows last month's appointment of former MAS regulator Claudia Hui as Head of Compliance Advisory, APAC, part of a broader expansion of TRM's policy, compliance, and go-to-market presence across the region. TRM is headquartered in San Francisco and is a distributed-first company with hubs in Los Angeles, San Francisco, New York, Washington D.C., London, and Singapore. The company is hiring across all functions, including applied AI, machine learning, engineering, data science, go-to-market, and operations.

About TRM Labs

TRM Labs is the intelligence platform for public safety and national security, built to detect and disrupt the criminal networks that exploit emerging technologies, including cryptocurrency and AI. Combining proprietary intelligence, AI-native investigations software, and disruption network infrastructure, the platform is built for high-consequence environments where accuracy, auditability, and security are essential. TRM is trusted by 600+ government agencies and financial institutions across 75 countries to counter fraud, scams, cyber crime, child exploitation, money laundering, and sanctions evasion. To learn more, visit www.trmlabs.com.

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ADELAIDE, Australia, Aug. 26, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Adbri and The CSL Group (CSL) today celebrated the commencement of operations of MV Yampu, the world's first battery-powered self-unloading bulk carrier, representing a major milestone for Australian manufacturing, maritime innovation and lower-emissions supply chains.

Purpose-built by CSL, the 125-metres vessel will transport limestone from Adbri's Klein Point quarry on South Australia's Yorke Peninsula to the company's Birkenhead cement manufacturing in Adelaide, helping secure a critical raw material for the supply of locally manufactured cement used in homes, schools, hospitals, roads and major infrastructure projects across South Australia and Victoria. 

For more than a century, limestone from Klein Point has underpinned cement manufacturing in South Australia. MV Yampu represents the next chapter in that story, combining world-first technology with a resilient local supply chain that supports jobs, manufacturing and economic growth.  

The vessel's batteries are recharged while docked at Adbri's Birkenhead facility, allowing MV Yampu to operate on battery power around 40 per cent of the time. Compared with the vessel it replaces, MV Yampu is expected to reduce diesel consumption by more than half a million litres a year, representing a significant step forward in maritime decarbonisation.

With a capacity of 11,900 deadweight tonnes, the vessel is expected to transport 2.7 million tonnes of limestone each year.  MV Yampu is designed to operate on 100 percent battery power in the future.

Louis Martel, CSL's Chief Executive Officer, said:

"MV Yampu represents a significant step forward in our decarbonisation journey and demonstrates how practical innovation can deliver real environmental benefits while meeting the demands of commercial operations.

"Every improvement in cargo handling, every enhancement to onboard systems, and every operational innovation has been implemented with one goal in mind: helping our crews perform their work safely, efficiently and sustainably.

"Ultimately, this vessel showcases how smart design can improve performance."

Paul Headd, Adbri's Chief Executive Officer, said:

"For the teams at Klein Point and Birkenhead, this is much more than a new vessel entering service. It's an investment in their future and the future of manufacturing in South Australia.

"Every day, the limestone carried by MV Yampu will help produce the cement used to build homes, hospitals, schools, roads and major infrastructure projects across South Australia and Victoria. Being able to do that while further reducing emissions helps Adbri remains at the forefront of lower-carbon cement manufacturing in Australia.

"The Yampu strengthens our supply chain, supports local jobs and demonstrates that reducing emissions and maintaining a strong Australian manufacturing sector can go hand in hand."

About CSL

The CSL Group is a world class provider of complex marine solutions and the largest owner and operator of self-unloading ships in the world. Headquartered in Montreal with operations throughout the Americas, Australia, Europe and Africa, CSL provides a broad range of shipping and handling services and delivers millions of tonnes of cargo annually for customers in the construction, steel, energy and agri-food sectors.

About Adbri

Adbri Pty Ltd is one of Australia's leading construction materials and industrial mineral manufacturing companies, producing cement, lime, concrete, aggregates, concrete products, asphalt, and industrial minerals. Our products play an essential role in the construction of homes, infrastructure, and industry across the nation. Supported by a network of approximately 200 operational sites and 2,800 employees, Adbri is a trusted partner to the construction, infrastructure, mining, and industrial sectors.

In 2025, Adbri contributed $1.8 billion in direct spending to the Australian economy, with an estimated $4.1 billion in gross value added and 15,864 full time equivalent jobs supported.  

Yampu Background

The vessel's name, Yampu, was selected through an Adbri employee naming process and comes from the Narungga and Kaurna languages of South Australia, meaning "dolphin", reflecting a strong connection to the marine environment and local communities.

Owned and operated by CSL and crewed by Australian seafarers, MV Yampu was purpose-built to service Adbri's coastal limestone trade, connecting Klein Point and Birkenhead as part of an integrated supply chain that supports cement manufacturing and construction materials production.

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Cloud-native core banking platform delivers faster performance, greater agility and a scalable foundation for digital banking and payments innovation

HANOI, Vietnam, Aug. 27, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Temenos (SIX: TEMN), a global leader in banking technology, today announced that SACOMBANK, one of Vietnam's leading commercial banks, has successfully upgraded its Temenos Core Banking platform, moving from an on-premises deployment to a hybrid cloud environment to support greater scalability, performance and faster innovation.

The successful go-live sees SACOMBANK upgrade to the latest Temenos Core Banking platform, deployed on Red Hat OpenShift and IBM Power infrastructure. The upgraded platform supports the bank's retail and SME banking operations, serving millions of customers and processing 13 million transactions daily, while helping improve scalability, resilience and operational agility.

With a modern, cloud-native core banking platform, SACOMBANK is well positioned to advance real-time banking services, data-driven innovation and next-generation digital capabilities. The upgrade enables significant gains in performance, speed and efficiency, including a 200% improvement in application performance, three-times faster deployment cycles and a 50% reduction in server footprint.

As part of the bank's continued modernization with Temenos, Sacombank has also selected Temenos Payments Hub to support cross-border payments. This builds on the bank's long-standing relationship with Temenos and reinforces its strategy to progressively enhance both core banking and payments capabilities on a flexible, cloud-native platform.

Mr. Luu Danh Duc, Deputy CEO, SACOMBANK, commented: "The upgrade of our Temenos Core Banking platform is an important milestone in SACOMBANK's digital transformation journey. With a scalable, high-performing and flexible foundation, we can accelerate innovation, deliver new services faster and continue providing secure, seamless banking experiences for our customers."

William Dale, Managing Director - APAC, Temenos, said: "Congratulations to SACOMBANK on this successful go-live. As the trusted modernization partner for banks across APAC, Temenos is proud to support SACOMBANK's move to hybrid cloud and selection of Temenos Payments Hub, strengthening its foundation for innovation and growth."

Hilery Hunter, General Manager for IBM Power and IBM Infrastructure CTO, added: "SACOMBANK's successful upgrade brings together IBM Power and Red Hat OpenShift to support a scalable, resilient hybrid cloud environment, without asking the bank to trade stability for speed. Together, we're helping SACOMBANK build a modern banking platform that supports greater operational efficiency and faster response to market opportunities, while giving them the reliability on which their business depends."

Temenos has a strong presence in Vietnam, as the core banking provider to many leading banks in the market.

About Temenos

Temenos (SIX: TEMN) is a global leader in banking technology. Through our market-leading core banking suite and best-in-class composable solutions, we are modernizing the banking industry. Banks of all sizes utilize our adaptable technology - on-premise, in the cloud, or as SaaS - to deliver next-generation services and AI-enhanced experiences that elevate banking for their customers. Our mission is to create a world where people can live their best financial lives.

For more information, please visit www.temenos.com. **

HONG KONG SAR - Media OutReach Newswire - 27 August 2026 - Presented by the Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region, and spearheaded and sponsored by the Cultural and Creative Industries Development Agency of the Culture, Sports and Tourism Bureau, the third edition of Hong Kong Fashion Fest will take place from September 1 to 14.

The two-week fashion extravaganza will bring together over 300 local and international design entities. In collaboration with six industry organisations, it will present eight flagship programmes across various cultural landmarks and stylish design spaces in Hong Kong, showcasing the city's exceptional appeal as Asia's fashion capital through a diverse range of fashion-themed events.

Presented by the Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region, and spearheaded and sponsored by the Cultural and Creative Industries Development Agency of the Culture, Sports and Tourism Bureau, the third edition of Hong Kong Fashion Fest will take place from September 1 to 14.

This edition of the Hong Kong Fashion Fest offers a rich lineup of programmes, covering haute couture, city-wide pop-up stores, cross-regional menswear, sustainable design forum, modern denim culture and more, propelling the creativity and aesthetics of emerging designers from Hong Kong and abroad onto the global stage. The eight flagship programmes include the opening programme "VIRTUOSE: The Artistry of Couture 2026", the citywide fashion pop-up "Wear's HK", the international fashion showcase and trade platform CENTRESTAGE, "Future Threads: Menswear's New Waves Between Italy and Hong Kong", "Fashion Summit (Hong Kong) 2026", "Hong Kong Fashion Fest Gala 2026", "Fashion Asia Hong Kong 2026", and the "5th Hong Kong Denim Festival".

Admission to all public exhibitions at the third edition of Hong Kong Fashion Fest will be free. Members of the public and fashion enthusiasts are welcome to visit and experience the city's vibrant creativity and energy. For more detailed information and the latest updates on Hong Kong Fashion Fest, please visit the official website (www.hongkongfashionfest.com), and follow the official social media channels on Instagram (www.instagram.com/hkfashionfest), Facebook (www.facebook.com/hongkongfashionfest) and YouTube (www.youtube.com/@hkfashionfest).

About Cultural and Creative Industries Development Agency (CCIDA)

The Cultural and Creative Industries Development Agency (CCIDA), formerly known as Create Hong Kong (CreateHK) since 2009, was established in June 2024. CCIDA is a dedicated office under the Culture, Sports and Tourism Bureau of the Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR Government) to provide one-stop services and support to the cultural and creative sectors with a mission to foster a conducive environment in Hong Kong to facilitate development of the arts, culture and creative sectors as industries.

CCIDA's strategic foci are nurturing talent and facilitating start-ups, exploring markets, promoting crosssectoral and multi-disciplinary collaboration, promoting industrialisation of the arts, culture and creative sectors under the industry-oriented principle, and fostering a creative atmosphere in the community, thereby reinforcing Hong Kong as Asia's creative capital and our positioning as the East-meets-West centre for international cultural exchange.

Disclaimer: The Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region provides funding support to the project only, and does not otherwise take part in the project. Any opinions, findings, conclusions or recommendations expressed in these materials/events (or by members of the project team) are those of the project organisers only and do not reflect the views of the Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region, the Culture, Sports and Tourism Bureau, the Cultural and Creative Industries Development Agency, the CreateSmart Initiative Secretariat or the CreateSmart Initiative Vetting Committee.

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