WUHU, China, July 21, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- As the 2026 US-Canada-Mexico football tournament enters its decisive knockout stage, LEPAS is bringing its new L8 model to global markets, embodying the composure, precision, and control of the game's greatest playmakers in its proprietary Intelligent LEX Platform.

Designed for drivers who seek elegance and confidence rather than aggression, the LEPAS L8 combines the DHT230 dedicated hybrid transmission, an approximate 1,300-kilometer comprehensive range, European-tuned chassis dynamics, full-scenario intelligent driving assistance, advanced intelligent parking, and Five-Dimensional Elegant Sensory cabin technology, establishing a new benchmark for intelligent, refined, and confidently composed mobility worldwide.

Looking back at the group-stage clashes, the moment that captivated the world most was none other than the legendary maestro, having graced the pitch for two decades, ascending to the summit of the all-time scoring charts. His celebration mirrored his style on the pitch - calm, restrained, never courting attention through noise, yet unforgettable to the world.

Masters of elegance on the pitch have always been this way. They do not rely on brute force, yet every touch, every pass, is as precise and composed as a well-played chess move. They embed elegance into the very soul of their technique, knowing when to conserve energy and when to seize the moment, making the ball glide across the turf exactly as intended - never out of control, never sluggish. This is precisely what LEPAS's dedicated Intelligent LEX Platform strives for: balancing energy efficiency with elegant handling, so that every acceleration and every corner is taken with unwavering composure.

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Precision, Crafted with Elegance

Elegant mobility is inseparable from an efficient, clean, and reliable powertrain system. Much like the composed playmaker on the pitch who masterfully dictates the rhythm of attack and defense - knowing precisely when to surge forward with explosive power and when to drop deep, hold possession, and conserve energy - every decision is measured, every transition a display of poised command.

LEPAS's dedicated Intelligent LEX Platform delivers a textbook "technology triple-play" in performance, range, and driving refinement. The DHT230 dedicated hybrid transmission, with its precise and composed pass-and-possession-like characteristics, achieves the perfect balance between power and energy efficiency. the LEPAS L8 offers a comprehensive of range approximately 1,300 kilometers, rivaling the enduring longevity of a certain Portuguese evergreen, putting range anxiety firmly in the past.

Meanwhile, the chassis, fine-tuned by a European specialist team and paired with intelligent electronic controls, endows the vehicle with a rhythm that is composed and controlled - never aggressive on acceleration, never flustered under braking. It is reminiscent of a football star gliding across the pitch with effortless artistry - whether executing sharp changes of direction or explosive sprints, always maintaining a low center of gravity and fluid posture, commanding the game with composed mastery between motion and stillness.

Technology Is Not About Showmanship - It Is About Commanding Composure

On the pitch, the group-stage contests are never decided by attacking sharpness alone. What truly determines how far a strong team can go is often the midfield's ability to control the tempo and the stability of the defensive system. Orchestrating seamless transitions between attack and defense with composure is far more challenging than simply accelerating at every opportunity. The same holds true in the knockout rounds: the strongest are not merely those who run faster, but those who can still make the right decisions under immense pressure.

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The full-scenario intelligent driving assistance system enabled by the Intelligent LEX Platform acts like the conductor controlling the rhythm of the entire game - remaining rock-steady during high-speed cruising, and composed in stop-and-go urban traffic.

The full-range advanced intelligent parking system performs like a precision assist on the pitch. Powered by comprehensive intelligent perception and high-precision computing capabilities, it accurately identifies parking spaces, navigates around obstacles, and effortlessly handles challenging parking scenarios such as narrow spots and complex garages.

It autonomously plans the optimal trajectory and executes smooth parking maneuvers - delivering intelligence, peace of mind, and an elegant posture throughout the process, bringing every journey to a satisfying conclusion.

With peace of mind throughout the trip and composure upon arrival, this is the elegant value that intelligent technology brings to mobility.

Just as football masters command the pitch with an aura of total composure - poised, relaxed, and effortlessly in control - LEPAS's Five-Dimensional Elegant Sensory Technology faithfully recreates this premium sensibility within the cabin. The vehicle is equipped with five core features: PureSound Acoustic Technology, Intelligent Protection Technology, Natural Forest Oxygen Bar, Ergonomic Design, and Cabin Scenario Modes.

These work in unison to refine the cabin experience across five key dimensions - acoustic tranquility, travel safety, air quality, seating comfort, and all-scenario ambiance - breaking free from the monotony and confinement of conventional travel. Every journey, whether a long-distance road trip or a daily short commute, is infused with a sense of relaxation and composed elegance, making each ride a blend of comfort and refinement.

On the pitch, legends craft elegance with delicate technique; on the road, LEPAS elevates composure through elegant technology. The pitch and the path are fundamentally connected - true greatness relies not on noise, but on control. This is LEPAS's secret to elegance: precision, never ostentatious; composure, inherently powerful.

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Strategic collaboration to reinforce Batam's position as a digital hub connecting Indonesia and Singapore to global markets

BATAM, INDONESIA - Media OutReach Newswire - 21 July 2026 - PT Telekomunikasi Indonesia International (Telin), an operating company of PT Telkom Indonesia (Persero) Tbk (Telkom), together with BW Digital and the support of Nongsa Digital Park (NDP) as one of strategic partners, today marked a significant milestone in the development of Indonesia's international digital infrastructure with the successful landing of the Nongsa Changi Cable (NCC) at NDP, Batam.

The NCC cable landing ceremony was also attended by Coordinating Minister for Economic Affairs of the Republic of Indonesia Airlangga Hartarto, Deputy Prime Minister & Minister for Trade and Industry of The Republic of Singapore Gan Kim Yong, Indonesian Ambassador to Singapore Hotmangaraja Panjaitan, Managing Director Business-2 of Danantara Indonesia Setyanto Hantoro, Deputy Governor Of Batam Nyanyang Haris Pratamura, as well as members of the Boards of Directors of Telkom, Telin, BW Digital, and Nongsa Digital Park.

Coordinating Minister for Economic Affairs of the Republic of Indonesia Airlangga Hartarto stated, "Indonesia's digital transformation needs to be supported by robust physical infrastructure and increasingly strong connectivity. NCC serves as the physical foundation for a new digital corridor connecting Indonesia and Singapore, while further strengthening Batam's position as Indonesia's digital gateway. The presence of NCC is expected to reinforce the strategic position of both countries in the global digital ecosystem and value chain, while creating opportunities for greater investment, innovation, and new technology-driven economic activities."

The Cable Landing Ceremony celebrates the successful deployment of NCC, a strategic subsea cable system that connects Batam and Singapore through one of the shortest and most direct routes across the Singapore Strait. NCC is one of two new Batam?Singapore subsea cable systems developed by Telkom Group, alongside the Indonesia Singapore Cable System (INSICA), to further strengthen digital connectivity between Indonesia and Singapore. As a key segment of the Indonesia Cable Express (ICE) ecosystem, NCC strengthens international connectivity while supporting Indonesia's ambition to become a leading digital hub in Southeast Asia.

"Strategic investments such as the NCC are fundamental, as strengthening digital sovereignty and infrastructure can serve as a catalyst for innovation, competitiveness, and growth across various industries. This infrastructure is expected to generate a broader economic multiplier effect by driving the growth of industries in Batam and across Indonesia, ultimately contributing to stronger national economic growth and resilience," said Setyanto Hantoro, Managing Director Business-2 of Danantara Indonesia, during the press conference.

Spanning approximately 50 kilometers and equipped with 24 fiber pairs, NCC is designed to deliver high-capacity, low-latency connectivity to meet the rapidly growing demand for cloud services, hyperscale platforms, artificial intelligence (AI), and data center interconnection across the region. Landed successfully in the latest international cable touch point in Batam, NCC represents a critical milestone toward the system's operational readiness and reinforces the shared commitment of Government of Indonesia to ensure the development of world-class digital infrastructure in Indonesia.

Beyond enhancing regional connectivity, NCC is expected to accelerate Indonesia's digital economy by attracting investment in digital infrastructure, supporting the expansion of AI-ready data centers, enabling enterprise digital transformation, and strengthening the resilience and diversity of international network routes between Indonesia and Singapore. The project also reinforces Batam's position as Indonesia's strategic digital gateway, creating new opportunities for innovation, business growth, and high-value digital investments.

Dian Siswarini, President Director of Telkom Indonesia, added, "Through the continued development of sustainable digital infrastructure, TelkomGroup is committed to strengthening Indonesia's digital sovereignty while delivering tangible impact on the growth of the national digital economy. NCC represents a strategic collaboration between Indonesia and Singapore in building a more connected and competitive digital ecosystem. This strategic infrastructure not only strengthens Indonesia's digital connectivity and resilience, but also provides greater route diversity and enhanced connectivity for Singapore as a regional digital hub, creating mutual benefits for both countries," Dian concluded."

Budi Satria Dharma Purba, Director of Wholesale & International Service of Telkom Indonesia, said, "NCC establishes a new digital corridor between Indonesia and Singapore as part of the Indonesia Cable Express ecosystem. Together with future ICE developments, it will strengthen international connectivity, support AI-ready digital infrastructure, and provide greater network resilience for enterprises, hyperscalers, and digital businesses across the region."

Ludovic Hutier, Chief Executive Officer of BW Digital, stated, "The successful landing of NCC demonstrates the power of strategic partnerships in delivering critical digital infrastructure for Southeast Asia. Together with Telin, we are creating a future-ready connectivity platform that supports the region's accelerating demand for cloud, AI, and data center services. NCC is also a critical component of BW Digital's broader digital ecosystem, which includes Citra Connect's terrestrial fibre network and NDP1 144MW data centre campus in Batam, providing the end-to-end infrastructure our customers need to support their regional expansion."

Mike Wiluan, Chief Executive Officer at Nongsa Digital Park, added "Today's cable landing is more than the completion of digital infrastructure, it represents the strengthening of an ecosystem. At Nongsa Digital Park, we are bringing together connectivity, data centers, cloud platforms, AI innovation, digital talent, and global enterprises into one integrated hub. Through our collaboration with TelkomGroup, BW Digital, and the support of both the Indonesian and Singaporean governments, we are creating a gateway that connects Indonesia to Singapore and beyond. Together, we are building the digital bridge that enables Indonesia to play a greater role in the global digital economy. NDP is now officially a new destination point for domestic and international subsea fibre optic cables, and we look forward to welcoming more in the near future."

As part of the broader Indonesia Cable Express (ICE) initiative, NCC complements TelkomGroup's long-term strategy to expand international connectivity infrastructure and strengthen Indonesia's role within the regional digital ecosystem. By combining resilient international networks with the continued growth of digital infrastructure in Batam, the project is expected to support the expansion of cloud services, digital platforms, and emerging technologies that will shape Southeast Asia's digital future.

The successful cable landing marks another important milestone in realizing a more connected, resilient, and future-ready digital landscape, reaffirming TelkomGroup's commitment to powering digital growth across the region.

About Telin

Founded in 2007, Telin is a leading global digital enabler delivering premium international mobility, connectivity and tailored solutions for wholesale, enterprise, digital, and retail customers. Telin supports its customers through global offices in Indonesia, Singapore, Hong Kong, Malaysia, Taiwan, the United States, Timor Leste, the United Arab Emirates, and Myanmar, with representatives in the United Kingdom, the Philippines, India, Australia, Vietnam, and Canada.

Telin infrastructure spans over 306,376 kilometers of submarine cable systems across 27 global networks, backed by 162 Points of Presence in 35 countries, and part of more than 19 Tier II to Tier IV data centers in strategic locations including Singapore, Hong Kong, Timor Leste, and Indonesia. Telin is dedicated to changing the way you connect and drive digital transformation worldwide.

For more information, visit www.telin.net

About BW Digital

Headquartered in Singapore and part of , BW Digital develops, builds and operates digital infrastructure in high-potential markets. Our vision is to create a sustainable digital ecosystem for cloud and AI workloads by combining data centres, connectivity and renewable energy assets.digital infrastructure in high-potential markets. Our vision is to create a sustainable digital ecosystem for cloud and AI workloads by combining data centres, connectivity and renewable energy assets.

Our infrastructure portfolio notably includes the 15,000km Hawaiki submarine cable connecting Australia, New Zealand and the US since 2018, and the BW Digital Campus at Nongsa Digital Park, comprising the 144MW NDP1 data centre, the NCC submarine cable between Singapore and Batam and the Citra Connect terrestrial fibre network.

About Nongsa Digital Park

Nongsa Digital Park (NDP) is Indonesia's premier digital investment destination, strategically located within the Nongsa Special Economic Zone (SEZ) in Batam. Covering 188.04 hectares, NDP offers a future-ready platform for companies seeking to expand across Southeast Asia through world-class digital infrastructure, a business-friendly environment, and seamless regional connectivity.

Purpose-built to support the digital economy, NDP integrates hyperscale data centers, digital and creative industries, technology education, hospitality, marinas, resorts, and recreational facilities into a single ecosystem. This Work, Learn, Live, and Play environment enables businesses to innovate, attract talent, and scale efficiently.

Positioned at the crossroads of Indonesia and Singapore, Nongsa Digital Park provides investors with access to a growing digital market, a skilled talent pipeline, competitive operating advantages, and a supportive investment ecosystem. More than a business location, NDP is a strategic gateway for long-term growth, digital innovation, and sustainable investment in one of Asia's fastest-growing digital economies.

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Enigmatig's Investment Aimed at Supporting Singapore's Creative Ambition Across Borders

SINGAPORE, July 21, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Enigmatig Limited (NYSE American: EGG) ("Enigmatig" or the "Company"), a global business enabler supporting companies expanding across borders, today announced its investment in KUNGFULAND, the first scripted feature-length action-comedy Treaty co-production between Singapore and Canada using Virtual Production. Principal photography on the film began June 10, 2026, at AUX Infinite Studios in Singapore.

KUNGFULAND is produced by Singapore-based Ajacent Media and Canadian-based 100 Dragons and supported by the Infocomm Media Development Authority of Singapore (IMDA). Set in Chinatown 1999, the film pays homage to the golden era of 1970s martial arts cinema, shot using cutting-edge LED wall technology combined with Shaw Brothers-inspired practical sets. The film stars Idrissa Sanogo Bamba, Ellen Wong, Dion Johnstone, and Hugh Tran, with a cameo by legendary Hong Kong actor David Chiang.

"At Enigmatig, our work has always been about one thing - helping ambitious ideas find their way across borders. KUNGFULAND embodies exactly that spirit: a homegrown Singapore story built to reach the world," said Desmond Foo, Founder and CEO of Enigmatig.

"We are proud to support this production and play a small part in helping local creative talent and storytelling reach broader audiences. As a Singapore-headquartered company, it is meaningful to back initiatives like this," he added.

For Enigmatig, the investment goes beyond the film industry. It reflects the same conviction that drives the Company's core work - that ambition deserves support, wherever it comes from, and that Singapore has stories worth telling on a global stage.

KUNGFULAND is written by Canadian Maninder Chana and Singaporeans Jacen Tan and Andrew Ngin, and directed by Jacen Tan. It will be produced by Singaporean Kat Goh and Canadian Teresa M. Ho, and distributed by Shaw Organisation (Singapore), Raven Banner Releasing (Canada), and Flourishing Films (rest of the world).

About Enigmatig Limited

Enigmatig is a global business enabler supporting companies in achieving their international ambitions. Since 2010, we have provided regulatory, corporate, and technology-driven solutions to help businesses operate and scale across borders. Headquartered in Singapore, with a presence in Bangkok, Hong Kong, Jakarta, Shanghai, London, Taipei and Tokyo, Enigmatig serves a diverse and growing international client base.

For more information, please visit: https://enigmatig.com

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SINGAPORE, July 21, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Zoom Communications, Inc. (NASDAQ: ZM) today announced the appointment of Carlos Quaderi as Head of Asia Pacific (APAC), effective 1 August 2026, underscoring the company's continued investment in APAC as a strategic growth region.

His appointment comes as organisations across APAC look beyond standalone productivity tools to AI-powered systems that reduce complexity, connect workflows and help teams move more quickly from conversations to completion.

Reporting directly to Graeme Geddes, Zoom's Chief Sales and Growth Officer, Quaderi will lead Zoom's go-to-market strategy across APAC: Australia and New Zealand (ANZ), Asia, India and Korea, excluding Japan.

Quaderi previously served as Zoom's Head of Asia where he drove regional strategy, sales execution and go-to-market initiatives for Southeast Asia, Hong Kong SAR and Taiwan, he will now oversee the broader APAC region, working closely with regional teams and global leadership to advance the company's strategic priorities, with a focus on the customer experience (CX) business, small and medium-sized business (SMB) segment, and channel expansion.

A seasoned industry veteran with more than 30 years of experience, he previously held senior leadership roles at Workday, Amazon Web Services and Microsoft, where he led go-to-market strategy and enterprise growth across Asia Pacific and Japan. Quaderi will remain based in Singapore, and will continue overseeing Zoom's Asia business through the transition.

"APAC is a critical growth region, and our continued investment reflects the opportunities we see across enterprise & SMB segments, CX business, and our partner ecosystem," said Geddes. "Carlos has been instrumental in building our momentum, and expanding his leadership is a natural next step. His deep understanding of the region, customer focus and track record will help more organisations embrace Zoom's AI capabilities in ways that improve productivity, strengthen customer relationships and accelerate business growth."

"Across APAC, teams are moving faster than ever, and they need technology that keeps pace without losing the human element and momentum," said Quaderi. "I'm excited to work alongside our customers and partners in the region to help them unlock new possibilities with Zoom's AI-powered system of action and open ecosystem, connecting conversations, people and workflows so they can move faster from ideas to impact and achieve meaningful business outcomes."

Zoom continues to invest across the APAC region, expanding its partner ecosystem and opening a new Singapore office. By integrating with existing business applications, the company's open platform ecosystem helps organizations improve collaboration, deepen human connections, and elevate customer experiences with signature simplicity and reliability.

About Zoom

Zoom (NASDAQ:ZM) is a system of action for modern work, turning live collaboration into completed results. From entrepreneurs to global enterprises, customers choose Zoom to seamlessly collaborate, communicate, and drive outcomes across meetings, phone, contact center, and more - all with the built-in assistance of Zoom AI. Founded in 2011, Zoom is headquartered in San Jose, CA. For more information, visit zoom.com.

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SINGAPORE - Media OutReach Newswire - 21 July 2026 - ST Telemedia Global Data Centres (STT GDC) today published its 2025 Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) Report, setting out how the Singapore-headquartered global data centre provider is meeting accelerating demand, including from AI-driven workloads, through infrastructure that is more resilient, efficient and sustainable by design.

The report highlights 83.2% renewable energy usage, a 70.5% reduction in carbon intensity from its 2021 baseline, 41.2% improvement in water usage effectiveness (WUE) from the 2020 baseline, and continued progress in embedding ESG considerations into how STT GDC designs, builds, finances and operates its data centres at scale.

The report positions responsible growth as a core business discipline for STT GDC, linking sustainability performance to long-term asset resilience, customer trust and operational excellence. Across its global platform, STT GDC is integrating ESG considerations into capital allocation, site selection, design, operations, risk management and workforce development to support reliable digital infrastructure at scale.

Bruno Lopez, President and Group Chief Executive Officer, ST Telemedia Global Data Centres, says, "The next phase of digital growth will be defined by how the industry resolves the tension between rising demand - particularly from AI - and the finite nature of energy, water and land. Responsible scaling is therefore not a sustainability commitment alone; it is a commercial and operational imperative that shapes where we build, how we design, and how we run our data centre platform.

Our 2025 progress reflects disciplined execution of a strategy we have been advancing for years, delivering meaningful improvements in energy efficiency, emissions and resource management across our global platform. As we scale further, we will continue to advance with the same discipline - in the infrastructure we build, the governance that underpins it, and the positive impact we create for the communities and ecosystems we are part of."

STT GDC continued to advance its decarbonisation strategy in 2025, delivering measurable reductions in emissions and improvements in resource efficiency while scaling its global data centre platform to meet rising digital demand. The Group's approach focuses on embedding sustainability into the design and operation of its infrastructure, enabling long-term performance while managing growing energy and resource requirements. Key environmental achievements include:

*Furthered renewable energy adoption, with 83.2% of electricity consumption sourced from renewables, supporting STT GDC's transition towards carbon-neutral operations by 2030.

*Reduced carbon intensity by 70.5% from the 2021 baseline, surpassing STT GDC's 2028 target three years ahead of schedule, alongside a 15.2% year-on-year reduction in absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions

*Improved energy efficiency across operations, achieving an average Power Usage Effectiveness (PUE) of 1.44, a 13.0% improvement from the 2020 baseline, reflecting continued optimisation of data centre design and operations.

*Enhanced water stewardship, with Water Usage Effectiveness (WUE) improving by 41.2% from the 2020 baseline, supported by a balanced approach to managing energy and water use in cooling systems.

*Continued progress in sustainable infrastructure, with 48% of its data centres achieving green building certification, reflecting the integration of sustainability considerations across the lifecycle of its facilities.

As STT GDC continues to scale its global data centre platform, investing in people, safety and workforce capabilities remains central to delivering reliable and sustainable operations. In 2025, the Group maintained a strong focus on safeguarding its workforce, strengthening organisational capability and supporting the development of future-ready talent to meet the growing demands of the digital economy. Key social achievements include:

*Maintained strong safety performance, with zero work-related fatalities and a Total Recordable Incident Rate (TRIR) of 0.1 across more than 41 million hours worked, reflecting robust health and safety management across construction and operations.

*Strengthened workforce capability, with an average of 18 training hours per employee, supporting the development of technical, operational and leadership skills across the organisation.

*Advanced diversity and inclusion, with 21.7% women representation across the Group, reinforcing ongoing efforts to build a more inclusive and balanced workforce.

*Expanded talent development initiatives, including the DC Power Up programme and partnerships with 10 Institutes of Higher Learning across our markets, helping to build a pipeline of industry-ready talent for the growing digital infrastructure sector.

*Deepened community and workforce engagement, through skills development programmes and industry-academic partnerships that support long-term talent development and contribute to local economic growth.

Strong governance, disciplined risk management and robust operational controls underpin STT GDC's ability to scale responsibly in an increasingly complex digital environment. In 2025, the Group continued to strengthen its enterprise-wide approach to governance, embedding ESG considerations into decision-making, risk management and day-to-day operations to support long-term resilience and performance. Key achievements include:

*Strengthened governance and ethical business practices, with 100% of employees completing anti-corruption training, reinforcing STT GDC's commitment to integrity and accountability across its global operations.

*Enhanced enterprise-wide risk management, incorporating climate, cybersecurity and operational risks into planning and decision-making, ensuring infrastructure resilience as the Group scales.

*Advanced cybersecurity and operational resilience, including strengthened governance, technical controls and preparedness through initiatives such as executive-level cyber exercises and risk assessments across key facilities.

*Improved supply chain governance, embedding ESG criteria into procurement processes and reinforcing responsible sourcing practices across its global vendor network.

*Strengthened organisational alignment and execution, through the inaugural Group ESG Summit, supporting capability building and consistent application of ESG priorities across markets.

These efforts come as data centre operators face growing expectations to deliver capacity while managing energy, water, climate and cybersecurity risks with greater transparency and accountability.

STT GDC's 2025 ESG Report reflects a continued evolution in how the Group approaches sustainable growth, with a stronger focus on disciplined execution, operational resilience and long-term performance as it scales its global platform. As digital infrastructure becomes increasingly critical to economies and societies, STT GDC will continue to embed sustainability, risk management and governance into how it designs, builds and operates its data centres.

By working closely with customers, partners and communities, the Group aims to deliver infrastructure that is not only efficient and resilient, but also capable of supporting the next phase of digital growth, including AI-driven workloads, in a responsible and sustainable way.

The full 2025 ESG Report is available at https://www.sttelemediagdc.com/about-us/our-esg-progress

About ST Telemedia Global Data Centres

ST Telemedia Global Data Centres (STT GDC) is one of the fastest-growing data centre providers with a global platform serving as a cornerstone of the digital ecosystem that helps the world to connect. Powering a sustainable digital future, STT GDC operates across Singapore, the UK, Germany, Italy, India, Thailand, South Korea, Indonesia, Japan, the Philippines, Malaysia and Vietnam, providing businesses an exceptional foundation that is built for their growth anywhere. For more information, visit?https://www.sttelemediagdc.com/

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RIYADH, Saudi Arabia, July 20, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- A father's decision to give part of his liver to save his son has resulted in a global medical first. King Faisal Specialist Hospital and Research Centre (KFSH) has performed the world's first liver transplant using a single-port robotic system, in a six-year-old boy who had suffered recurrent episodes of acute liver failure advancing minimally invasive robotic surgery into one of the most precise and complex fields of pediatric organ transplantation.

The transplant was made possible after the child's father donated the left lobe of his liver, a decision that gave the family new hope after a long and anxious journey with their son's illness. The procedure was completed successfully, with the child showing good early recovery, the liver graft functioning well, and no complications observed.

The patient had Wolcott-Rallison syndrome, a rare inherited disorder that causes early-onset diabetes and recurrent episodes of acute liver failure, placing him at repeated, life-threatening risk. The transplant addressed the most serious complication of the disease, offering him the chance at a more stable life while easing the medical and emotional burden on him and his family. He will continue to be followed for his underlying genetic condition and associated diabetes.

A single-port robotic system allows surgeons to introduce precision surgical instruments and a high-definition 3D camera through one small incision, unlike conventional multi-port robotic surgery, which requires several access points. Working through this single port, surgeons carried out the most delicate stages of the transplant inside a small child's body, a confined surgical field that demands extremely precise handling of blood vessels and bile ducts, helping to reduce surgical impact, ease pain, and shorten both recovery time and hospital stay.

Prof. Dieter Broering, Executive Director of the Organ Transplant Center of Excellence and leader of the surgical team, said the success of this type of procedure depends not on the availability of technology alone, but on careful patient selection, meticulous surgical planning, and a team experienced in every stage of transplantation. He noted that the true value of surgical innovation lies in using technology to ease the burden on patients and their families, while upholding the highest standards of safety.

This milestone builds on a pioneering path KFSH began in 2023 with the world's first fully robotic liver transplant, which has since grown into an integrated programme with 165 cases performed to date, backed by more than 1,700 robotic living-donor liver resections. This accumulated expertise reflects KFSH's ability to turn landmark achievements into advanced clinical programmes that change the course of entire families' lives, expanding the use of robotics in highly complex transplant surgery and strengthening Saudi Arabia's position in medical innovation and healthcare excellence.

King Faisal Specialist Hospital and Research Centre has been ranked first in the Middle East and Africa and 12th globally among the world's top 250 academic medical centers for 2026. It was also recognized as the most valuable healthcare brand in the Kingdom and the Middle East for 2026 by Brand Finance, and listed by Newsweek among the World's Best Hospitals, World's Best Smart Hospitals, and World's Best Specialized Hospitals for 2026.

For more information, visit www.kfshrc.edu.sa or contact our media team at mediacoverage@kfshrc.edu.sa

*In the first contentious decisions issued by the Seabed Disputes Chamber under Part XI of the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea ("UNCLOS"), judges ruled unanimously to prescribe provisional measures to protect the rights of TMC's subsidiaries, NORI and TOML, in their proceedings against the International Seabed Authority ("ISA")

*Judges concluded that NORI and TOML have rights to due process and fair treatment and that there is a real and imminent risk of irreparable prejudice to those rights pending a final decision

*The Chamber also ordered the ISA to respect the applicable legal framework and due-process requirements in considering NORI's application to extend its exploration contract

*The Orders represent an important development for the rule of law within the international seabed minerals regime as ISA Member States and their sponsored entities have invested significant capital into offshore environmental research and technology trials with the expectation that the regulatory framework will be transparent, predictable, and fairly applied

NEW YORK, July 20, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- TMC the metals company Inc. (Nasdaq: TMC) ("TMC" or the "Company"), a leading developer of the world's largest resource of critical metals essential to energy, defense, manufacturing and infrastructure, today welcomed the unanimous Orders of the Seabed Disputes Chamber of the International Tribunal for the Law of the Sea ("ITLOS") prescribing provisional measures to protect the rights of its subsidiaries, Nauru Ocean Resources Inc. ("NORI") and Tonga Offshore Mining Limited ("TOML"), in their proceedings against the ISA.

The Chamber unanimously found that NORI and TOML have plausible rights to due process and fair treatment, that there is a real and imminent risk of irreparable prejudice to those rights pending a final decision, and that provisional measures were required. It ordered the ISA to act in accordance with the applicable legal framework, including the rules of due process, and to provide both contractors with sufficient clarity and information regarding the procedures and questions underlying the inquiry so that each can respond meaningfully and within a reasonable period.

The Chamber also ordered the ISA to respect the applicable legal framework and due-process requirements in considering NORI's application to extend its exploration contract. In both cases, the Chamber directed the parties to cooperate and refrain from any action that might aggravate the disputes.

"Contractors like NORI and TOML who have together spent hundreds of millions of dollars on the promise of a fair regulatory framework should be informed of the factual and legal basis of any non-compliance inquiries, understand the procedure being applied, and receive a meaningful opportunity to respond," said Gerard Barron, Chairman and CEO of The Metals Company. "The Chamber has now unanimously confirmed that those protections are not merely aspirational principles but legal rights deserving of protection."

Mr. Barron continued: "These Orders confirm that the Chamber is a vital part of the institutional machinery established by UNCLOS and that the ISA's conduct is subject to meaningful judicial oversight. Strong institutions, accountability, and the rule of law are critical to the ongoing development of the seabed minerals industry."

As the first contentious decisions issued by the Seabed Disputes Chamber under Part XI of UNCLOS, the Orders represent an important development in the evolution of the international legal framework governing seabed minerals, establishing key principles concerning due process and reinforcing judicial oversight and guidance on the procedural protections applicable to ISA contractors.

NORI and TOML were represented before the Seabed Disputes Chamber by Watson Farley & Williams LLP, led by Nathan Eastwood as Agent, Counsel and Advocate, together with Samuel Wordsworth KC, Amy Sander KC, and Sean Aughey of Essex Court Chambers.

About The Metals Company

The Metals Company is a developer of lower-impact critical metals from seafloor polymetallic nodules, on a dual mission: (1) supply metals for energy, defense, manufacturing and infrastructure with net positive impacts compared to conventional production routes and (2) trace, recover and recycle the metals we supply to help create a metal commons that can be used in perpetuity. The Company has conducted more than a decade of research into the environmental and social impacts of offshore nodule collection and onshore processing. More information is available at www.metals.co. 

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KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia, July 20, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- VCI Global Limited (NASDAQ: VCIG) ("VCI Global" or the "Company") today announced that it has received written confirmation from Nasdaq Listing Qualifications department that the Company has regained compliance with the periodic filing requirements under Nasdaq Listing Rule 5250(c)(1).

On May 1, 2026, the Company filed a Form 12b-25, Notification of Late Filing, with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission ("SEC") regarding its Annual Report on Form 20-F for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2025. Subsequently, on May 19, 2026, the Company received a notification from Nasdaq indicating that it was not in compliance with Nasdaq Listing Rule 5250(c)(1) due to the delayed filing of its Annual Report.

The Company subsequently filed its Annual Report on Form 20-F for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2025, with the SEC on July 15, 2026. Following the filing, Nasdaq confirmed that the Company has regained compliance with Listing Rule 5250(c)(1) and that the matter has been closed.

"We are pleased to have resolved this matter and appreciate Nasdaq's review," said VCI Global's management. "Maintaining compliance with Nasdaq's listing standards is an important priority for the Company. We remain committed to strong corporate governance, regulatory compliance, and transparent communication with our shareholders as we continue executing our long-term growth strategy."

About VCI Global Limited

VCI Global Limited (NASDAQ: VCIG) is an AI-native operating platform designed to scale and optimize businesses through centralized intelligence, data, and capital discipline.

The Company operates a platform-based model in which subsidiaries, affiliates, and portfolio companies plug into VCI Global's centralized AI, data, governance, and capital allocation systems, enabling faster execution, improved capital efficiency, and scalable growth across multiple industries.

VCI Global's platform centralizes AI-enabled execution, standardized KPI frameworks, financial and governance controls, and strategic capital allocation, while operating businesses focus on revenue generation, customer relationships, and local execution.

The Company maintains exposure across advisory, AI, and digital infrastructure, digital assets, energy, automotive, and consumer sectors, and continuously evaluates opportunities to scale, spin off, divest, or discontinue businesses based on performance, scalability, and return on capital.

VCI Global's platform-centric approach is designed to enhance productivity, improve IPO readiness, and unlock long-term value through disciplined growth and selective capital deployment.

For more information on the Company, please log on to https://v-capital.co/.

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This milestone marks a significant step in the company's continued expansion and commitment to advancing Africa's data centre infrastructure

JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA - EQS Newswire - 20 July 2026 - Master Power Technologies (MPT) (https://kva.co.za/), a leading pan-African provider of turnkey data centre and critical power solutions, has unveiled its hi-tech Customer Experience Centre, also home to its new regional headquarters in Midrand.

This milestone marks a significant step in the company's continued expansion and commitment to advancing Africa's data centre infrastructure.

Founded in 1999 by electrical engineer Menno Parsons, MPT has grown from its origins as a Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) provider into a diversified engineering firm that delivers end-to-end solutions for data centres across Africa and the Middle East. Today, MPT designs, manufactures, and assembles a wide range of products under its flagship brands, SURE and AIVA, tailored to withstand Africa's demanding operational environments.

The new Midrand facility spans 6 000m2 and will serve as MPT's African headquarters, housing approximately 200 employees. Strategically located between Johannesburg and Pretoria, the site is positioned close to major data centre hubs, ensuring accessibility for clients and partners.

Hands-on environment

At the heart of the launch is the Customer Experience Centre, a R50 million investment designed to showcase MPT's engineering capabilities and provide a hands-on environment for customers, partners, and trainees. The centre features advanced test facilities, including a 2 MVA UPS test platform and a 400kW cooling systems test centre, which is the most comprehensive of its kind on the continent.

These facilities enable performance testing to European certification standards, offering clients confidence in the reliability and efficiency of MPT's solutions, with the company having become the first African business to be officially certified as an Endorser of the European Code of Conduct for Energy Efficiency in Data Centres in 2025.

"The Experience Centre represents a new chapter for Master Power Technologies. It's about creating a space where customers can engage with our technology, see it in action, and understand the depth of our capabilities," says MD and Founder of MPT Menno Parsons.

"This centre will be the most impressive UPS and cooling training facility in Africa, allowing our clients to touch, feel, and work with real systems in a way that has never been possible before."

Commitment to local

The Experience Centre also highlights MPT's commitment to local engineering and manufacturing. MPT assembles and engineers complete modular data centre and energy centre solutions within Africa. This approach reduces logistical risks, supports local industry, and ensures solutions are tailored to regional requirements.

Beyond technical demonstrations, the centre will serve as a hub for training and collaboration, equipping engineers and clients with practical knowledge to optimise data centre performance.

It also integrates MPT's proprietary Advanced Infrastructure Visual Analytics (AIVA) monitoring platform, which manages and records metrics across more than 200 data centres in Africa, offering advanced analytics and operational insights.

"Our business has always been about more than just selling equipment. We engineer solutions for Africa, by Africa. This Experience Centre is a testament to that philosophy, which strengthens our ability to train, innovate and deliver world-class infrastructure while remaining rooted in local expertise," says Parsons.

The launch of the Midrand offices and Experience Centre underscores MPT's role as a trusted partner in Africa's rapidly growing data centre sector. With demand for resilient, efficient, and scalable infrastructure on the rise, MPT's investment positions the company to meet the evolving needs of clients across the continent and beyond.

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Milestone reflects Malaysians' growing demand for quality grab-and-go food and coffee, with KLIA CAFe bringing greater convenience to millions of travellers

KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA - Media OutReach Newswire - 20 July 2026 - As Malaysians increasingly embrace grab-and-go lifestyles and quality coffee on the move, 7-Eleven Malaysia today marked a major milestone with the opening of its 1,000th CAFe by 7-Eleven outlet at Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA) Terminal 1, reinforcing its commitment to making quality food and beverages more accessible wherever customers are.

Located at Level 5, next to the Domestic Departure Gate at KLIA Terminal 1, the milestone CAFe places freshly brewed coffee, hot meals and ready-to-eat favourites within easy reach of one of Malaysia's busiest transport hubs. KLIA Terminal 1 serves approximately 28 to 30 million passengers annually, with around 13,000 to 14,000 departing and arriving travellers each day. During peak operating hours, the terminal can accommodate nearly 6,800 passengers per hour, while festive travel periods see passenger volumes surge significantly.

More than just another store opening, the milestone reflects how CAFe by 7-Eleven has evolved into an integral part of Malaysians' daily routines, serving everyone from busy professionals grabbing their morning coffee to students on the go, families travelling home, and holidaymakers beginning their next adventure.

With more Malaysians seeking convenient, quality food and coffee throughout the day, CAFe by 7-Eleven has steadily expanded to meet evolving consumer lifestyles. The opening of its 1,000th outlet at KLIA marks another milestone in bringing that convenience to one of Malaysia's busiest travel gateways.

The choice of KLIA for this milestone reflects 7-Eleven Malaysia's strategy of expanding into high-traffic locations where convenience matters most. As consumer lifestyles become increasingly mobile, transport hubs have become key destinations for quick, quality food and beverage solutions, allowing CAFe by 7-Eleven to better serve travellers at every stage of their journey.

Commenting on the milestone, Mr. Wong Wai Keong, Co-CEO of 7-Eleven Malaysia Sdn. Bhd., said the opening of the company's 1,000th CAFe by 7-Eleven represents more than a numerical milestone. It reflects how consumer expectations and lifestyles have evolved over the years.

"Today's customers expect quality coffee, fresh meals and convenience wherever they are, whether they're heading to work, commuting across town or catching a flight. Over the years, we've transformed CAFe by 7-Eleven into a destination that fits naturally into those everyday moments. Convenience today is no longer just about being nearby. It's about being exactly where customers need us most, whether that's in neighbourhoods, commercial districts or one of the country's busiest airports."

"There is no better place to celebrate this milestone than KLIA, one of Malaysia's busiest travel gateways. Millions of passengers pass through the airport every year, making it the ideal location for us to demonstrate how convenience retail can better serve today's increasingly mobile consumers. Whether they're catching an early morning flight, returning home or travelling for business, we want CAFe by 7-Eleven to be part of that journey."

As one of Malaysia's largest convenience retailers, 7-Eleven continues to evolve beyond traditional retail by expanding CAFe by 7-Eleven across neighbourhoods, commercial districts, hospitals, transport hubs and major travel gateways. Offering an expanding range of food, beverages and ready-to-enjoy meal options, the growing network reflects the company's commitment to making quality food and beverages more accessible wherever customers need them.

The KLIA outlet represents another step in that strategy, enhancing the travel experience by ensuring customers can conveniently enjoy fresh food and beverages before departure without compromising on quality or speed.

Today, with more than 2,700 stores nationwide and 1,000 CAFe by 7-Eleven outlets, the company continues to strengthen its position as Malaysia's leading convenience retailer by adapting to evolving consumer expectations through innovation, accessibility and everyday convenience.

As Malaysians continue to embrace increasingly mobile lifestyles and seek greater convenience in their daily routines, 7-Eleven Malaysia remains committed to expanding CAFe by 7-Eleven into locations where quality food and beverages are needed most. Guided by its promise of "Always There For You", the company will continue bringing greater convenience to customers wherever life takes them.

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FREMONT, Calif., July 20, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- For Southeast Asian tech startups expanding to the U.S., locking in predictable subscription revenue is everything. However, many international growth teams are falling into a compliance trap by using clunky user interfaces to slow down customer churn.

To address this risk, Dmitry Shubov Consulting has issued a cross-border strategic advisory detailing why federal appeals courts blocking the national "Click-to-Cancel" mandate hasn't actually stopped the regulatory pressure. The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is still actively using its core anti-deception powers to police hidden subscription loops while building a new regulatory record from scratch, a pattern highlighted in a recent Crowell & Moring legal advisory on the FTC's revised framework. This newly released briefing warns that confusing unsubscribe setups leave expanding startups exposed to a dangerous mix of localized government penalties and private merchant account freezes from angry customer chargebacks.

The Loophole Misconception

The confusion is understandable. Founders read the headlines about federal courts pushing back on the national mandate and reasonably concluded the heat was off. It wasn't - it just moved. What used to be a single federal rule to track has splintered into a patchwork: the FTC is still enforcing hard under Section 5 and ROSCA, and states and cities have started writing their own rules, several of them tougher than the federal version ever was.

Connecticut changed its auto-renewal law on July 1, 2026. A violation now counts as a breach of the state's Unfair Trade Practices Act, so consumers can sue over it themselves. They don't need a regulator to bring the case first. New York City is close behind, with its own municipal ban on subscription traps taking effect on October 1, 2026, carrying civil penalties that start at $525 per violation. For a startup entering the U.S. on a clumsy, multi-screen cancellation flow, that adds up to pressure from two directions at once - government penalties on one side, and on the other, a payment processor that can freeze the account over a chargeback spike well before any regulator gets involved.

"When you're fighting for early traction in a new market, it's tempting to lean on clever UX patterns to keep your user numbers up for investors," said Dmitry Shubov, founder of Dmitry Shubov Consulting. "But there's a fine line between a smart retention funnel and a platform trap. If it takes one click for an American customer to buy your service but four separate screens and a support chat to leave, you aren't optimizing growth-you're just manufacturing immediate consumer backlash that invites state regulators to investigate your business and payment processors to flag your account."

Tactical UI Adjustments for Cross-Border Platforms

To protect cross-border operations from active automatic-renewal litigation and payment friction, tech platforms should align with three straightforward UI fixes:

Match the sign-up ease on the way out. If someone signs up inside your app with one tap, they shouldn't have to jump through hoops to leave. Forcing a user to email a support inbox or make a phone call just to close an online account is an instant red flag for regulators.

Don't hide the exit door behind a safe offer. You can absolutely try to retain a departing customer with a discount or a temporary account pause. Just don't let that offer get in the way of the actual unsubscribe button or slow down the process.

Put the real pricing details upfront. Skip the tiny print hidden under a checkout button. The actual monthly price, how often the card gets hit, and the exact date a free trial ends need to be completely obvious right where they type in their payment details.

Clean Valuation Over Artificial Metrics

Clean subscription metrics and authentic retention are ultimately far more valuable to long-term venture valuation than numbers propped up by a confusing user experience. Relying on product value rather than customer confusion is the only sustainable way to build a brand in the competitive American market.

Dmitry Shubov Consulting will continue monitoring these fast-evolving digital commerce guidelines to ensure Southeast Asian tech leaders can scale into the United States with total legal and operational clarity. For more information, reach out to Dmitry Shubov Consulting.

About Dmitry Shubov Consulting

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

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DUBLIN, July 20, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- For years, Khaby Lame has built a global audience around a clear principle: why make something complicated when it can be easy?

Without saying a word, the world's most-followed TikTok creator became one of the internet's most recognisable personalities by exposing unnecessarily complicated solutions and replacing them with simpler, more obvious ones. Today, that philosophy forms the foundation of a new partnership with Holafly, the global leader in travel eSIMs, where Khaby joins as the company's Global Brand Ambassador.

The partnership brings together two brands that have built their success around making everyday experiences easier. While Khaby became a global phenomenon by dismantling unnecessary complexity, Holafly has spent years helping travelers stay connected abroad without the traditional frustrations associated with roaming charges.

Despite the digital transformation of travel, staying connected abroad remains one of the last unresolved challenges of international travel, with millions of people still arriving in new countries searching for local SIM cards, relying on public Wi-Fi or worrying about roaming costs.

Holafly was built to change that. By allowing travelers to activate mobile data before departure and connect within minutes of arriving at their destination, the company has simplified a process that was long accepted as an unavoidable inconvenience.

The partnership comes at a time when convenience has become one of the main expectations of modern travel. Travelers can book flights, accommodation, transportation and experiences from their smartphones in seconds, yet crossing a border can still result in losing access to the services, information and communication tools they rely on every day.

The partnership builds on an existing connection with the brand, as Khaby has used Holafly while travelling internationally. As someone whose work regularly takes him across countries and continents, and who has built a global audience by promoting simplicity, staying connected easily makes the collaboration a natural fit.

"Khaby became a global phenomenon by reminding people that the simplest solution is often the best one," said Daniela Prado, Brand Director at Holafly. "When we examined what makes his content resonate with hundreds of millions of people around the world, we recognised that it reflects exactly what travelers expect today. Whether they are booking a flight, navigating a new city or staying in touch with family and colleagues, people value experiences that feel seamless, intuitive and dependable."

With more than 25 million eSIMs sold worldwide and coverage across more than 200 destinations, Holafly stands as one of the most recognised brands in the travel technology sector. The partnership with a creator whose audience spans virtually every major travel market reflects the company's growing global ambitions. Watch the campaign video here.

With more than 160 million followers on TikTok, Khaby's appeal transcends languages, cultures and borders, positioning him as a natural fit for a company that helps millions of people navigate the world with greater confidence. Together, the partnership is anchored in a belief shared by both brands: travel is complicated enough already.

Media contact: press@holafly.com

 

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The newswire guarantees online postings on USA Today and increases its guaranteed distribution on high-domain-rating local US news sites to empower AI visibility

HONG KONG SAR - Media OutReach Newswire - 20 July 2026 - Media OutReach Newswire, the first global newswire founded in Asia Pacific, has expanded its USA distribution network with additional guaranteed news postings.

Through new strategic agreements, Media OutReach Newswire now provides clients with guaranteed online postings in flagship American media outlets like USA Today, Yahoo Finance, and The Associated Press, alongside more than 650 trusted news sites with domain authority. This latest service upgrade specifically targets guaranteed online news postings in media with domain authority to empower AI visibility.

By combining distribution with JSON-LD Schema Markup that provides context and meaning to the press release for search engines and AI models to interpret its content accurately, Media OutReach Newswire's press release distribution structures answers for AI discoverability and AI citation. Media OutReach Newswire's press release distribution service has been helping companies and government agencies to actively build their AI visibility.

Media OutReach Newswire guarantees news release placements in the official, public-facing press release section of USA Today. With a Domain Authority (DA) rated between 92 and 94 out of 100, USA Today ranks as one of the most trusted news sources for Generative Engine Optimization (GEO). Attracting more than 120.5 million unique monthly visitors, this integration delivers the public visibility necessary to build client brand credibility and trust on a national stage. Additionally, the newswire has secured guaranteed news postings on real local and regional news websites, including The Arizona Republic, Detroit Free Press, Indianapolis Star, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, The Tennessean, and The Oklahoman.

"By improving the quality of our guaranteed news postings on trusted, Google-indexed news sites with domain authority, coupled with the direct delivery of press releases to journalists' inboxes, Media OutReach Newswire has successfully helped many Asian corporations to build their brand reputation in the US market," said Jennifer Kok, Founder and CEO of Media OutReach Newswire.

"We are pleased to have built a USA press release distribution network that focuses exactly on what PR professionals need, a distribution that reaches journalists and provides quality news postings on real media. Our comprehensive journalist database built by in-house media researchers covers more than 500 trade news categories and 65,000 journalists and editors across quality media titles. This has helped our clients secure earned media coverage and journalist inquiries from business, technology, ESG, automotive, travel, and many other media sectors in the USA. In addition, Media OutReach Newswire's partnership with The Associated Press delivers clients' news releases directly into newsrooms across the United States," added Jennifer.

Over the years, the newswire has cultivated brand trust with journalists at USA media outlets who actively engage with its client releases. Through its Media and Journalist Insights, Media OutReach Newswire is able to report on how many journalists by publication in the USA have opened its clients' press releases and the earned media write ups achieved.

Through its Total PR and Communications Solution, Media OutReach Newswire's global distribution network delivers client press releases directly to journalists, guarantees verbatim news postings on trusted news sites with domain authority to empower SEO and GEO, and provides post-release reports packed with data insights and PR Campaign Intelligence that tracks performance over time.

This total solution addresses the needs of PR and communication professionals from press release distribution through to reporting with data insights and PR Campaign Intelligence across both in-country and global PR campaigns. It has been entrusted by hundreds of clients in China, Hong Kong, Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand, Taiwan, Japan, South Korea and across APAC to expand their business and brand awareness overseas to markets in Canada, USA, UK & Europe, Latin America, Asia Pacific, ASEAN, Southeast Asia, Middle East, Gulf States and Africa.

About Media OutReach Newswire

Media OutReach Newswire is Asia Pacific's first global newswire, serving as a trusted partner to media, corporations, agencies and governments across the region and the globe.

Founded in 2009 as a champion of the PR industry, Media OutReach Newswire leverages AI and SaaS technology to redefine press release distribution with a Total PR and Communications Solution. The newswire is focused on its core service of delivering press releases to journalists and editors in targeted media, posting client news releases on real media sites with domain authority (DA), and providing post release reports with data insights along with PR Campaign Intelligence that tracks performance over time. In March 2026, the newswire integrated JSON-LD Schema Markup into its online news postings to empower AI visibility for its clients.

With a global network of over 200,000 journalists and editors, 70,000+ media titles, 1,500+ media partners, and more than 40 languages, Media OutReach Newswire's focus on providing guaranteed verbatim posting on real media sites powers SEO and GEO for building brand trust and AI visibility, as press releases published on authentic media with domain authority are trusted by search engines and AI models.

Headquartered in Hong Kong SAR with global press release distribution network spanning USA & Canada, Latin America, UK & Europe, the Middle East, Gulf States, Africa, Asia Pacific, Southeast Asia and ASEAN.

For more information about our services, solutions, and network, please visit www.media-outreach.com

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Shared Platform Backed by The National Bank of Georgia Will Deliver Trusted Global Infrastructure to Support Growth of the Banking Sector

TBILISI, Georgia and NEW YORK, July 20, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Nasdaq (Nasdaq: NDAQ) today announced a landmark partnership with the National Bank of Georgia (NBG) to modernize the treasury and financial markets infrastructure across Georgia's banking sector. Five of the country's largest commercial banks - Bank of Georgia, TBC Bank, Liberty Bank, Terabank and Basisbank - will adopt the Nasdaq Calypso platform under a shared, common infrastructure model spanning the full front-to-back trade lifecycle. The initiative, operating under the Georgian Market Advancement Program (GMAP) and coordinated in collaboration with the Georgian Financial Markets Treasuries' Association (GFMTA), represents a significant milestone in the development of Georgia's capital markets.

Natia Turnava, Governor of the National Bank of Georgia, said: "Modernising Georgia's treasury infrastructure is a strategic priority for the National Bank of Georgia and a critical step in the continued development of our financial system. By bringing the country's five largest commercial banks onto a common, internationally recognized platform, we are raising the standard of risk management, regulatory oversight, and operational resilience across the sector. This initiative reflects our commitment to building a financial market that is robust, transparent, aligned with international best practice, and equipped to support Georgia's continued economic growth."

Why Georgia's Banks Need a New Treasury Infrastructure Model

Georgia's commercial banking sector has experienced double-digit growth over the past five years, with total assets approaching USD 38 billion - reflecting the depth and dynamism of the country's financial system. As the sector has grown, so too has demand for more sophisticated treasury infrastructure capable of supporting complex securities and derivatives markets, enterprise-grade risk management, and increasingly rigorous regulatory standards. At the same time, the investment required to deploy and maintain such infrastructure at the individual institutional level represents a significant undertaking for any single bank. A shared, coordinated approach - pooling resources and expertise across the sector - provides the most efficient path to achieving that ambition at scale.

Magnus Haglind, Head of Capital Markets Technology at Nasdaq, said: "Georgia presents a compelling example of how the shared infrastructure model can unlock real value for individual institutions and the financial system as a whole. By drawing on Nasdaq's experience navigating modernization programs at scale, firms gain access to deep institutional knowledge and the ability to evolve without bearing the full cost, risk, or operational complexity of doing it alone. GMAP reflects exactly the kind of structured, country-level framework that enables this type of transformation to succeed. We welcome the opportunity to support the National Bank of Georgia in this initiative, and to help Georgia's banking sector build the infrastructure it needs for its next phase of growth."

How Nasdaq Calypso Solves the Shared Infrastructure Challenge for Georgian Banks

The Nasdaq Calypso platform will be deployed as a shared infrastructure model, installed at a centralized location with each of the five participating banks represented as a separate entity within the same instance, with their data fully segregated. Each institution will benefit from a configuration adapted to its individual business requirements, risk profile, and operational context, while operating within a common framework that enables standardized reporting and workflows, shared market data, and collective governance, oversight, and audit capabilities.

The platform will span the complete trade lifecycle from front-office deal capture and pricing, through middle-office risk management and compliance, to back-office settlement, accounting, and financial reporting. This end-to-end architecture eliminates the need for multiple point solutions, reduces reconciliation overhead, and delivers a single source of truth for treasury operations across the sector.

Standardization also delivers systemic benefits beyond any single institution. With harmonized data and reporting across all five banks, the National Bank of Georgia gains materially enhanced visibility into treasury exposures, liquidity positions, and systemic risk, supporting more effective macroprudential supervision. Consistent audit trails and common reporting frameworks reduce the burden on both banks and regulators and provide a robust foundation for Georgia's continued integration with international financial standards, including ISO 20022, the global messaging standard for financial data exchange.

Lasha Jugeli, Executive Secretary of the Georgian Financial Markets Treasuries' Association, said: "The Georgian Market Advancement Program (GMAP) is the result of years of deliberate coordination across Georgia's banking sector, and it marks a pivotal moment for our Association and the institutions we represent. By aligning on a shared infrastructure backed by Nasdaq's global expertise and the National Bank of Georgia's institutional support, and project management funding provided by Japan through the Japan?EBRD Cooperation Fund, our member banks are not only modernising their own operations - they are collectively raising the standard for treasury management across the sector. We are proud to have played a central role in bringing this initiative to fruition, and we look forward to the tangible benefits it will deliver for our members and for Georgia's financial markets as a whole."

The five participating banks collectively represent the majority of Georgia's commercial banking sector assets, and their adoption of a common, internationally recognised platform marks a defining step in Georgia's emergence as a modern, well-governed financial market.

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CHENGDU, Tiongkok, July 20, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Atas undangan Dewan Investasi (BOI) Thailand, Changan Automobile menghadiri Forum Investasi dan Ekonomi Thailand-Tiongkok (Sichuan) 2026 dan upacara pembukaan Kantor BOI Thailand di Chengdu sebagai satu-satunya merek otomotif Tiongkok yang beroperasi di Thailand yang diundang untuk menghadiri acara tersebut. Tn. Zhu Huarong, Ketua Changan Automobile, menghadiri forum dan upacara pembukaan tersebut serta mengadakan pertemuan dengan Perdana Menteri Thailand, Tn. Anutin Charnvirakul, Wakil Perdana Menteri sekaligus Menteri Keuangan, Dr. Ekniti Nitithanprapas, Menteri Perindustrian, Tn. Varawut Silpa-archa, Sekretaris Jenderal BOI, Tn. Narit Therdsteerasukdi, dan Duta Besar Luar Biasa dan Berkuasa Penuh Republik Rakyat Tiongkok untuk Kerajaan Thailand, Tn. Zhang Jianwei.

Tn. Zhu Huarong mengungkapkan pencapaian Changan Automobile di Thailand kepada Perdana Menteri, dengan menyatakan bahwa: "Sejak memasuki pasar Thailand pada tahun 2023, Changan telah mencatatkan penjualan kumulatif lebih dari 41.000 unit, memberikan kontribusi pajak lebih dari 1,6 miliar baht, menciptakan lebih dari 1.900 lapangan kerja lokal, mencapai tingkat penyerapan tenaga kerja lokal hampir 90 persen, dan meluncurkan 13 model kendaraan energi baru (NEV), termasuk AVATR 07, CHANGAN DEEPAL S05 dan CHANGAN NEVO Q05. Pabrik Rayong-basis produksi NEV pertama Changan di luar negeri, yang dibangun dengan investasi sekitar 9 miliar baht-kini memproduksi CHANGAN DEEPAL S05 dan CHANGAN NEVO Q05 secara lokal. Ekspornya telah menjangkau 18 negara, termasuk Indonesia, Singapura, dan Australia. Thailand akan menjadi pusat manufaktur regional Changan untuk kawasan Asia Tenggara. Perusahaan menargetkan penjualan tahunan lebih dari 70.000 unit di Thailand pada 2030. Dengan demikian, Changan menargetkan posisi ke-2 di antara merek Tiongkok dan ke-4 di pasar secara keseluruhan."

Perdana Menteri Thailand, Tn. Anutin Charnvirakul, memuji pencapaian dan kontribusi Changan Automobile di Thailand serta menilai perusahaan tersebut sebagai mitra penting dalam memajukan industri NEV di negara itu.

Dalam forum tersebut, Wu Xiaokang, Wakil General Manager Unit Usaha Asia Tenggara, membagikan pengalaman Changan dalam berinvestasi dan menjalankan operasional, dengan menegaskan bahwa: "Thailand memiliki klaster industri otomotif ASEAN yang unggul, rantai pasok suku cadang yang telah berkembang dengan baik, serta keunggulan geografis yang signifikan. Hal ini menjadikan Thailand sebagai pintu gerbang yang menjanjikan menuju pasar kendaraan setir kanan global. Ke depannya, Changan akan terus menjunjung komitmen 'Di Thailand, untuk Thailand', dengan memperkuat operasional kantor pusat regionalnya serta berupaya menjadi salah satu investor asing yang menjadi acuan di negara ini."

Pada April 2026, Changan Group mengungkapkan kerangka strategis "1445" dalam acara Peluncuran Strategi Global dan Konferensi Mitra Global. Kerangka tersebut memperkuat Vast Ocean Plan 2.0 dengan ambisi yang jelas: masuk dalam jajaran 10 besar grup otomotif dunia pada tahun 2030. Rencana ini menandai pergeseran strategi Changan dari sekadar "berekspansi secara global" menuju "berakar kuat di pasar lokal". Melalui strategi tersebut, Changan beralih dari model perdagangan yang bertumpu pada ekspor menuju operasional global yang lebih terintegrasi, mencakup manufaktur, perdagangan, investasi, layanan dan keberlanjutan. Dalam strategi global Changan, Asia Tenggara menjadi salah satu kawasan prioritas utama, dengan Thailand sebagai pusatnya.

Dalam rangka memperingati 51 tahun hubungan diplomatik Tiongkok?Thailand, Changan Automobile menegaskan kembali komitmennya untuk memperkuat kehadirannya di Thailand. Melalui komitmen "Di Thailand, untuk Thailand", Changan akan menghadirkan teknologi maju dan keahlian manajemen guna mendukung pembangunan lokal di negara tersebut.

Informasi kontak:

Chongqing Changan Automobile Co., Ltd.

Email: global@changan.com.cn

Concurrent Food Expo features "Multi-Facets of Chinese Medicine" exhibition

HONG KONG SAR - Media OutReach Newswire - 20 July 2026 - The 25th International Conference of the Modernization of Chinese Medicine and Health Products (ICMCM), organised by the Modernized Chinese Medicine International Association (MCMIA) together with the HKTDC and ten scientific research institutions, will be held from 13 to 15 August at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre (HKCEC), offering industry professionals the latest insights into Chinese medicine.

This year's conference is funded by the Chinese Medicine Development Fund of the Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region. It is dedicated to strengthening the ties between Hong Kong's Chinese medicine industry and the international market, while promoting Hong Kong's leading role in the global field of Chinese medicine.

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Aligning with the strategic Blueprint with a focus on "Bringing In and Going Global"

The Chinese Medicine Development Blueprint of Hong Kong (the Blueprint) released in 2025 positions Hong Kong as a bridgehead for the global internationalisation of Chinese medicine and a key highland within the national framework for Chinese medicine development. To actively support the strategic direction of the Blueprint, this year's conference adopts the theme Clinical Translation, Regulatory Policies and Global Innovative Pathways of Traditional Medicine, focusing on two core elements: bringing in and going global. It introduces Hong Kong's Chinese medicine regulations and resource support to participants from Chinese Mainland and overseas, while inviting overseas regulatory authorities to share their local traditional medicine regulations. This year, some 30 experts and scholars from Hong Kong, Chinese Mainland, and overseas have been invited to comprehensively explore the latest research and development trends, regulatory interpretations, and success cases in Chinese medicine.

The three-day conference is divided into five major thematic sessions, covering policy blueprints, international regulations, clinical research, success case sharing, and talent cultivation:

The Chinese Medicine Development Blueprint of Hong Kong, development trends, and government support for the industry

To help enterprises from Chinese Mainland and abroad understand Hong Kong's Chinese medicine regulation and support, Dr. Vincent Chung Chi-ho, Commissioner for Chinese Medicine Development, Chinese Medicine Unit, Health Bureau, will elaborate on the Blueprint, while Law Kwok-wai, Robert, Chief Pharmacist (Chinese Medicine), Chinese Medicine Regulatory Office, Department of Health, Dr. Yeung Kin Wai, Senior Chemist, Government Chinese Medicines Testing Institute, Department of Health, and Prof. Bian Zhaoxiang, Hospital Chief Executive, The Chinese Medicine Hospital of Hong Kong (CMHHK) , will share in-depth insights into the latest progress in Chinese medicine regulation, quality standards testing, and clinical practice and research at the Chinese Medicine Hospital. Furthermore, Arnold Lau, Associate Director-General, Invest Hong Kong, Dr. William Cheung, Deputy Chief Manager (Life and Health Technology), Office for Attracting Strategic Enterprises (OASES), Angela Yu, Deputy Head of Health Tech and TCM, Hong Kong Productivity Council and Wing Chu, Deputy Director of Research, HKTDC, will participate in a panel discussion to analyse the Hong Kong government's resource support for the development of Chinese medicine.

International regulations and standards for Chinese medicine and traditional medicine

To provide attendees with a comprehensive analysis of market trends, Prof. Zheng Linyun, Executive Vice President of the Shanghai Academy of International Standardization of Traditional Chinese Medicine, will share reflections and prospects on the transformation of ISO/TC249. Furthermore, Prof. Taruna Ikrar, Chairperson of the Indonesian Food and Drug Authority (BPOM), Indonesia, Nurul Anisah Binti Shahri from National Pharmaceutical Regulatory Agency (NPRA), Ministry of Health, Malaysia and Thawatchai Nakkaratniyom, Senior Professional Level Pharmacist, Head of Pre-marketing Control Group, Herbal Products Division at Thai Food and Drug Administration, Ministry of Public Health, Thailand will jointly analyse the regulations and standards of the Southeast Asian market.

Traditional medicine and Chinese medicine development and clinical research

Scientific and clinical experts will share the latest progress in the scientific research and clinical application of Chinese medicine, as well as experiences regarding the R&D application and clinical efficacy of hospital-made Chinese medicine preparations. Prof. Zhang Zhongde, Deputy President of Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine & President of Guangdong Provincial Hospital of Chinese Medicine will share Chinese Mainland's practices in the research and development of Chinese medicine. Prof. Lee Sanghoon, Dean, International Education Institute of Korean Medicine, Kyung Hee University will discuss the development of new natural product drugs in Korea. Prof. Pei Xiaohua, Dean of Changping Hospital Affiliated to Beijing University of Chinese Medicine and Director of the Institute of Traditional Chinese Surgery will discuss clinical needs in developing new Chinese herbal medicines for TCM-advantageous breast diseases. Locally, Prof. Zhang Ge from Hong Kong Baptist University will present innovative achievements in utilising traditional Chinese medicine to drive target discovery for triple-negative breast cancer, while Prof. Xian Yanfang Lisa, Assistant Professor, School of Chinese Medicine, Faculty of Medicine, The Chinese University of Hong Kong will share pre-clinical and clinical studies of novel Chinese medicine formula for treating gout.

Sharing of success cases and experience in international Chinese medicine practitioner training

Focusing on successful industry practices, ICMCM provides an interactive platform for the industry, helping to ensure the continuous development and growth of the traditional Chinese medicine sector. Yan Han, Chairman, Beijing Tong Ren Tang Chinese Medicine Company Limited will share the cultural heritage and internationalised development of Chinese medicine, and Dr. Celine Cheng, Chief Compliance & Technology Officer of Jacobson Pharma Corporation Limited will share GMP applications in the industry. Several professors from Chinese Mainland, Australia, Canada, Macao, and Singapore-including Prof. Li Min, Dean and Chair Professor, School of Chinese Medicine, Hong Kong Baptist University; Prof. Xu Hongxi, Chairman, Belt and Road Alliance for Traditional Medicine, Honorary Dean & Distinguished Professor, Shanghai University of Traditional Chinese Medicine; Prof. Zhu Xiaoshu, Co-Director, Australia-China Chinese Medicine Centre, Western Sydney University, Australia; and Prof. Linda Zhong, Director, Biomedical Sciences and Chinese Medicine, School of Biological Sciences, Nanyang Technological University, Singapore - will explore training models for Chinese medicine talent at home and abroad, alongside market demands for Chinese medicine products in potential markets.

Talent cultivation: The 22nd International Postgraduate Symposium on Chinese Medicine

The Symposium will be held on the morning of 15 August. This year, it is jointly organized by eight institutions, including four Hong Kong universities-The Chinese University of Hong Kong, The University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong Baptist University, and The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology-alongside Nanyang Technological University in Singapore, the University of Macau, Shanghai University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, and Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine.

The Symposium will kick off with Vincent & Lily Woo Fellowship in Memory of Dr Albert Wong endowed by Vincent & Lily Woo Foundation Award Presentation Ceremony, hosted by the Modernized Chinese Medicine International Foundation. This year's Symposium will feature nearly 100 research presentations, including oral research presentations by 10 postgraduate students from Hong Kong, Chinese Mainland, Australia, Singapore, South Korea, Vietnam, and Serbia, and nearly 90 poster displays.

The judging panel will select 10 winners for the Tianjiang Cup Li Shizhen Youth Outstanding Thesis Award. The Symposium not only provides a platform for postgraduate students in Chinese medicine to share their research progress and achievements but also promotes student collaboration and exchange, laying an important cornerstone for cultivating a new generation of scientific research professionals and driving the development of Chinese medicine.

This year's conference continues to operate under the hybrid model, with simultaneous interpretation in both English and Putonghua offered to enable wider industry participation.

Concurrent Food Expo features "Multi-Facets of Chinese Medicine" exhibition and ICMCM Public Forum to promote public education

In addition to the professional conference tailored for industry practitioners, ICMCM is committed to promoting the popularisation and implementation of Chinese medicine in the community through a public education display area titled "Multi-Facets of Chinese Medicine" at the concurrent Food Expo. In response to the directives of the Blueprint, this interactive and educational display aims to significantly enhance the public's correct understanding of and confidence in Chinese medicine.

The design of the exhibition is closely aligned with the development direction set out in the Blueprint, providing a comprehensive overview of the new chapter in Hong Kong's Chinese medicine sector. It covers four main themes including the latest development trends of Chinese medicine in Hong Kong, the service features of the Chinese Medicine Hospital of Hong Kong, the Hospital Authority's Chinese medicine outpatient services, Chinese medicine regulation framework and Chinese medicine practitioner registration system, alongside knowledge on Chinese medicine wellness practices.

A half-day ICMCM Public Forum will be held on Saturday, 15, August 2026, to promote the advantages of Chinese medicine services, interesting Chinese medicine wellness tips and preventive healthcare. By running industry conferences alongside public exhibitions and forums in parallel, the event aims, on the one hand, to foster academic and industrial innovation exchanges among global Chinese medicine experts, and on the other, to embed Chinese medicine culture deeply into the daily lives of the public, thereby jointly promoting Hong Kong's development as an international centre for Chinese medicine.

Conference programme: icmcm.hktdc.com/pdf/2026/programme.pdf

Website: hktdc.com/icmcm

Concurrent Exhibitions:

HKTDC Food Expo PRO foodexpopro.hktdc.com

HKTDC Hong Kong International Tea Fair hkteafair.hktdc.com

HKTDC Food Expo hkfoodexpo.hktdc.com

HKTDC Beauty & Wellness Expo hkbeautyexpo.hktdc.com

HKTDC Home Delights Expo homedelights.hktdc.com

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