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Hong Kong wraps up successful mission to deepen ties with Central Asia

Sun, 07 Jun 2026 15:54:00 +0700

HONG KONG SAR - Media OutReach Newswire - 5 June 2026 - A large high-level business delegation led by John Lee, Chief Executive of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR), today (June 5) wrapped up its five-day visit to Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan respectively, achieving fruitful results of strengthening bilateral relations and deepening ties with Central Asia.

The delegation of over 70 business and institutional leaders from Hong Kong and the Chinese Mainland is the largest and most diverse overseas mission led by the current term of the HKSAR Government so far.

Speaking to the media in Uzbekistan yesterday (June 4), Mr Lee set out the three main objectives of the visit: further explore emerging markets and lay the foundation for long-term economic and trade development; strengthen government-to-government (G2G) relationships and promote closer bilateral co-operation; and build a "hub-to-hub" model of co-operation.

He said the visit had been successful, yielding achievements in eight areas, including:

Establishing high-level contacts and ties between the HKSAR Government and the Governments of Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan, and reaching consensus on co-operation in multiple areas;

A total of 96 co-operation agreements and memoranda of understanding (MoUs) were reached during the visit (61 with Kazakhstan, 35 with Uzbekistan), involving specific amounts exceeding US$1.65 billion in total;

The governments agreed to commence bilateral discussions on agreements in various areas;

Deepening project matching and research collaboration between Hong Kong and Central Asian region in areas including finance, innovation and technology (I&T), and aviation;

Demonstrating Hong Kong's effective role as a platform for going global and achieving substantial results, with Hong Kong and Mainland enterprises joining forces in tapping new markets and bringing synergistic advantages into full play;

Facilitating more convenient people-to-people exchanges by promoting direct flights, aviation and transport co-operation, and extensions to the mutual visa-free period;

Promoting exchanges in education, talent and culture to further deepen people-to-people bonds; and

Advancing a hub-to-hub co-operation model to open up broader room for co-operation between Hong Kong and the Central Asian region.

While in Tashkent (June 3-5), Mr Lee met with local leaders, government officials and business representatives to deepen co-operation between Hong Kong and Uzbekistan in areas including trade, investment, finance, I&T, and people-to-people exchanges.

Mr Lee held meetings with the President of Uzbekistan, Shavkat Miromonovich Mirziyoyev, his Advisor on Strategic Development, Sardor Umurzakov, the Prime Minister, Abdulla Nigmatovich Aripov, as well as the Deputy Prime Minister, Jamshid Khodjayev, to exchange views on furthering mutual co-operation.

Mr Lee highlighted that under the "one country, two systems" principle, Hong Kong enjoys both the China advantage and the global advantage. He said that Hong Kong would continue to play its roles as a "super connector" and a "super value-adder" to further deepen co-operation and exchanges with Uzbekistan on various fronts in line with Uzbekistan's goal of achieving high-quality development.

Earlier (June 3), Mr Lee met with the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Uzbekistan, Bakhtiyor Saidov, after which they jointly witnessed an exchange of notes between the two places on a mutual visa-free arrangement, which would allow a visa-free period of 30 days for visitors from both sides.

"Moreover, we are glad to have initialed the Air Services Agreement with Uzbekistan, and look forward to launching direct passenger flights between the two places soon," Mr Lee said, during a high-level business dinner (June 4). The Chief Executive pointed out that Hong Kong and Uzbekistan are important trade and investment gateways to their respective regions - the Asia-Pacific and Central Asia.

"It helps that we are all believers in the Belt and Road (B&R) Initiative, a modern expression of the ancient Silk Road spirit," Mr Lee said. "Today, China is Uzbekistan's largest trading partner, and the two countries work closely on major infrastructure and connectivity projects that are revitalising the Silk Road. Hong Kong is a pivotal player in the B&R Initiative, thanks to our world-class professional and financial services expertise."

The delegation also toured the IT Park Uzbekistan and the Center for Islamic Civilization before concluding its visit in Tashkent.

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Yuno Menyampaikan Info terbaru Perusahaan Jelang Peluncuran, Memperluas Tim Pemimpin dengan Talenta dari Binance, dan Bersiap Mendorong Pertumbuhan Pasar Prediksi Global

Sun, 07 Jun 2026 15:51:00 +0700

NEWARK, N.J., June 07, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Yuno, platform pasar prediksi yang sedang berkembang dan berfokus pada pembangunan infrastruktur global untuk trading berbasis peristiwa serta partisipasi sosial, hari ini menyampaikan info terbaru perusahaan yang menyoroti sejumlah pencapaian penting menjelang peluncuran, termasuk perluasan tim pemimpin, kemajuan pengembangan produk, strategi pasar internasional, dan investasi berkelanjutan dalam infrastruktur regulasi.

Info terbaru ini disampaikan di tengah percepatan pertumbuhan global pasar prediksi, kategori yang kian menarik minat trader ritel, perhatian institusi, pelaku aset digital, serta audiens mainstream yang mencari cara baru untuk menemukan informasi dan melakukan trading berbasis peristiwa.

Yuno sedang mengembangkan hal yang digambarkan manajemen sebagai ekosistem pasar prediksi generasi berikutnya, yang dirancang untuk menggabungkan kontrak berbasis tindakan peristiwa, partisipasi sosial, infrastruktur pasar berbasis kreator, serta pengalaman trading secara real time ke dalam satu platform yang dioptimalkan untuk ekspansi internasional.

Perusahaan meyakini bahwa pasar prediksi masih berada pada tahap awal adopsi global, sekalipun sektor ini telah mengalami pertumbuhan pesat selama beberapa tahun terakhir.

"Pasar prediksi sedang berevolusi dari produk internet yang sangat spesifik menjadi kategori keuangan baru," ujar Sigmund Holtz, Co-Founder dan CEO Yuno. "Kami percaya bahwa pengguna semakin mencari pengalaman yang memadukan partisipasi pasar, penemuan informasi, keterlibatan sosial, dan reputasi. Fokus kami adalah membangun infrastruktur yang mendukung perilaku-perilaku tersebut pada skala besar."

Memperkuat Kepemimpinan dengan Pengalaman Industri

Sebagai bagian dari persiapannya menuju peluncuran, Yuno telah memperluas kapabilitas kepemimpinan dan operasionalnya melalui penambahan personel senior dan penasihat yang berpengalaman di bidang aset digital, infrastruktur bursa, pasar prediksi, sistem pertumbuhan, dan operasional pasar.

Perusahaan baru-baru ini menambah sejumlah anggota tim senior dan pendiri dengan latar belakang dari berbagai organisasi, termasuk Binance, yang menghadirkan pengalaman operasional dari beberapa bisnis infrastruktur pasar terbesar dan paling cepat berkembang secara global.

Manajemen meyakini bahwa kombinasi keahlian di bidang bursa, likuiditas, produk, dan pertumbuhan ini memperkuat posisi Yuno untuk mempercepat eksekusi produk, sekaligus membangun sistem operasional yang dirancang untuk mendukung skala internasional.

Membangun Pasar Prediksi Dengan Prinsip Infrastruktur Trading

Pada dasarnya, Yuno dirancang sebagai platform infrastruktur pasar berbasis peristiwa yang memungkinkan pengguna memperoleh eksposur terhadap berbagai hasil di dunia nyata melalui mekanisme penetapan harga yang dinamis dan digerakkan oleh pasar.

Berbeda dengan sistem prediksi tradisional yang penetapan harganya ditentukan secara terpusat, arsitektur platform Yuno dikembangkan dengan berfokus pada mekanisme penemuan berbasis pasar yang dirancang untuk mendukung likuiditas yang lebih dalam, penyesuaian harga yang lebih cepat, serta partisipasi yang lebih luas di berbagai kategori pasar.

Antarmuka Yuno sedang dikembangkan berdasarkan prinsip yang mengutamakan trading, dengan menekankan pada:

* Harga pasar real time

* Infrastruktur buku order real time

* Pembuatan kontrak berbasis peristiwa

* Partisipasi pasar sosial

* Sistem peramalan komunitas

* Alat penemuan di pasar

* Mekanisme partisipasi berbasis reputasi

Manajemen meyakini bahwa pelaku pasar saat ini semakin mengharapkan infrastruktur yang bekerja lebih seperti sistem trading finansial, bukan seperti produk tradisional.

Mengembangkan Lapisan Sosial untuk Pasar Berbasis Peristiwa

Salah satu pembeda utama produk Yuno adalah rencana pengembangan lapisan infrastruktur sosialnya.

Platform ini sedang membangun fungsionalitas komunitas terintegrasi yang dirancang untuk memungkinkan pengguna mendiskusikan pasar, memublikasikan pandangan, membangun reputasi trading publik, dan berpartisipasi dalam sistem peramalan berbasis komunitas.

Yuno meyakini bahwa pasar berbasis peristiwa secara alami mendorong timbulnya percakapan, keyakinan, dan berbagi informasi sehingga perilaku tersebut seharusnya tertanam langsung dalam pengalaman platform.

Fungsionalitas sosial yang direncanakan dan saat ini sedang dikembangkan mencakup:

* Feed sosial seputar pasar aktif

* Sistem reputasi trader terverifikasi

* Alat partisipasi komunitas

* Infrastruktur untuk membangun audiens

* Sistem partisipasi pasar buatan pengguna

* Fitur keterlibatan komunitas

"Masa depan pasar prediksi tidak hanya bertumpu pada partisipasi pasif," tambah Holtz. "Pengguna semakin menginginkan transparansi terkait pelaku pasar, interaksi komunitas yang lebih kuat, serta cara untuk membangun kredibilitas seiring waktu. Kami meyakini bahwa sistem reputasi menjadi semakin penting seiring meningkatnya skala pasar."

Strategi Ekspansi Internasional yang Dibangun Berdasarkan Infrastruktur Regulasi

Strategi pertumbuhan internasional Yuno dirancang secara terarah dengan mengacu pada ekspansi pasar bertahap dan penyelarasan regulasi.

Strategi internasional perusahaan yang dibangun untuk menciptakan infrastruktur pasar yang dapat diakses secara global, guna memungkinkan partisipasi di berbagai yurisdiksi dengan adopsi aset digital yang terus meningkat, keterlibatan ritel yang semakin luas, serta kerangka regulasi yang terus berkembang untuk mendukung pengembangan pasar jangka panjang.

Platform ini menerapkan infrastruktur yang dirancang untuk mendukung:

? Proses AML dan KYC

? Sistem pemantauan transaksi

? Pemeriksaan terhadap daftar sanksi

? Alur kerja kepatuhan

? Kontrol integritas pasar

Peluang ekspansi tambahan di pasar MENA dan Asia Pasifik masih dalam tahap evaluasi saat perusahaan menilai kerangka perizinan serta kesiapan pasar.

Yuno berencana membatasi akses di yurisdiksi tempat platformnya belum memperoleh izin yang diperlukan. Untuk Amerika Serikat, tujuan jangka panjang Yuno mencakup upaya menempuh jalur regulasi yang sesuai agar dapat memasuki pasar tersebut dengan taat regulasi.

Menargetkan Kategori Global yang Berkembang Pesat

Pasar prediksi telah muncul sebagai salah satu segmen dengan pertumbuhan tercepat dalam keuangan digital dan trading berbasis peristiwa.

Manajemen meyakini bahwa pertumbuhan kategori ini terus didukung oleh sejumlah faktor struktural, termasuk:

* Meningkatnya adopsi stablecoin

* Perluasan infrastruktur aset digital

* Meningkatnya partisipasi ritel di pasar alternatif

* Permintaan terhadap pasar informasi real time

* Meningkatnya pemahaman tentang produk trading berbasis peristiwa

Yuno meyakini bahwa dinamika tersebut membuka peluang bagi pelaku pasar baru yang mampu memadukan likuiditas, pengalaman produk, infrastruktur regulasi, dan partisipasi komunitas dalam satu ekosistem terpadu.

"Bisnis ini pada akhirnya merupakan bisnis yang berlandaskan kepercayaan dan infrastruktur," ujar Holtz. "Likuiditas itu penting. Penyelesaian pasar yang adil itu penting. Pengalaman pengguna itu penting. Kami membangun dengan mengedepankan prioritas-prioritas tersebut."

Menatap ke Depan

Dengan berlanjutnya pengembangan, manajemen tetap berfokus pada penyelesaian target penting dalam pengembangan produk, perluasan kemitraan strategis, penguatan infrastruktur, dan persiapan memasuki pasar secara bertahap. Perusahaan menargetkan volume bulanan rata-rata selama 12 bulan ke depan dari sekitar 200.000 pengguna aktif dan total volume sebesar US$4 miliar pada akhir tahun 2027, tergantung waktu peluncuran platform.

Perusahaan berencana menyampaikan info terbaru tambahan terkait pencapaian peluncuran, kemitraan, dan perkembangan produk dalam pengumuman mendatang.

Pernyataan Berwawasan ke Depan

Siaran pers ini memuat pernyataan berwawasan ke depan terkait rencana masa depan, peluang pasar, pengembangan produk, dan inisiatif ekspansi. Hasil aktual dapat berbeda secara signifikan dari ekspektasi karena faktor regulasi, pasar, operasional, serta persaingan.

Trading di pasar prediksi melibatkan risiko. Performa investasi pada masa lalu tidak menjamin hasil pada masa mendatang.

Tentang Yuno

Yuno sedang membangun platform pasar prediksi global yang dirancang untuk memadukan trading berbasis peristiwa, infrastruktur sosial, dan infrastruktur pasar ke dalam satu pengalaman terpadu bagi pengguna internasional. Perusahaan berfokus mengembangkan sistem yang skalabel, yang memungkinkan pengguna berpartisipasi dalam pasar berbasis peristiwa yang transparan dan digerakkan oleh komunitas.

Kontak: press@yuno.trade

Yuno Provides Corporate Update as It Advances Toward Launch, Expands Leadership Team with Talent from Binance, and Positions for Global Prediction Market Growth

Sun, 07 Jun 2026 15:38:00 +0700

NEWARK, N.J., June 05, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Yuno, an emerging prediction markets platform focused on building global infrastructure for event-based trading and social participation, today provided a corporate update highlighting key milestones achieved ahead of launch, including leadership expansion, product development progress, international market strategy, and continued investment in regulatory infrastructure.

The update comes amid accelerating global growth across prediction markets, a category increasingly attracting retail traders, institutional attention, digital asset participants, and mainstream audiences seeking new forms of information discovery and event-driven trading.

Yuno is developing what management describes as a next-generation prediction market ecosystem designed to combine event contracts, social participation, creator-driven market infrastructure, and real-time trading experiences into a single platform optimized for international expansion.

The company believes prediction markets remain in the early stages of global adoption despite rapid growth across the sector over the past several years.

"Prediction markets are evolving from niche internet products into a new financial category," said Sigmund Holtz, Co-Founder and CEO of Yuno. "We believe users increasingly want experiences that combine market participation, information discovery, social engagement, and reputation. Our focus is building infrastructure that supports those behaviors at scale."

Strengthening Leadership With Industry Experience

As part of its preparation for launch, Yuno has expanded its leadership and operational capabilities through the addition of senior personnel and advisors with experience across digital assets, exchange infrastructure, prediction markets, growth systems, and market operations.

The company has recently added several senior team members and founders with backgrounds spanning organizations including Binance, bringing operational experience from some of the largest and fastest-growing market infrastructure businesses globally.

Management believes this combination of exchange, liquidity, product, and growth expertise positions Yuno to accelerate product execution while building operational systems designed to support international scale.

Building Prediction Markets With Trading Infrastructure Principles

At its core, Yuno is being designed as an event-based market infrastructure platform where users can gain exposure to real-world outcomes through dynamic, market-driven pricing.

Unlike traditional prediction systems where pricing is centrally determined, Yuno's platform architecture is being developed around market-based discovery mechanisms intended to support deeper liquidity, faster pricing adjustments, and broader participation across multiple market categories.

The company's interface is being built with trading-first principles, emphasizing:

? Real-time market pricing

? Live order book infrastructure

? Event-driven contract creation

? Social market participation

? Community forecasting systems

? Market discovery tools

? Reputation-driven participation mechanisms

Management believes current market participants increasingly expect infrastructure that behaves more like financial trading systems and less like traditional products.

Developing A Social Layer For Event Markets

One of Yuno's primary product differentiators is its planned social infrastructure layer.

The platform is building integrated community functionality intended to allow users to discuss markets, publish views, establish public trading reputations, and participate in community-driven forecasting systems.

Yuno believes event markets naturally generate conversation, conviction, and information sharing and that these behaviors should exist natively inside the platform experience.

Planned social functionality currently under development includes:

? Social feeds around active markets

? Verified trader reputation systems

? Community participation tools

? Audience-building infrastructure

? User-generated market participation systems

? Community engagement functionality

"The future of prediction markets is not just passive participation," Holtz added. "Users increasingly want transparency around market participants, stronger community interaction, and ways to build credibility over time. We believe reputation systems become increasingly important as markets scale."

International Expansion Strategy Built Around Regulatory Infrastructure

Yuno's international growth strategy is intentionally structured around phased market expansion and regulatory alignment.

The company's international strategy is built around creating globally accessible market infrastructure, enabling participation across jurisdictions where growing digital asset adoption, expanding retail engagement, and evolving regulatory frameworks support long-term market development.

The platform is implementing infrastructure intended to support:

* AML and KYC processes

* Transaction monitoring systems

* Sanctions screening

* Compliance workflows

* Market integrity controls

Additional expansion opportunities across MENA and Asia-Pacific markets remain under evaluation as the company assesses licensing frameworks and market readiness.

Yuno intends to restrict access in jurisdictions where the platform does not yet hold required permissions. For the United States, Yuno's long-term objective includes pursuing appropriate regulatory pathways to enter the market compliantly.

Targeting A Rapidly Expanding Global Category

Prediction markets have emerged as one of the fastest-growing segments within digital finance and event-based trading.

Management believes several structural tailwinds continue supporting category growth including:

? Rising stablecoin adoption

? Expansion of digital asset infrastructure

? Increased retail participation in alternative markets

? Demand for real-time information markets

? Growing familiarity with event-based trading products

Yuno believes these dynamics create an opportunity for new entrants capable of combining liquidity, product experience, regulatory infrastructure, and community participation into unified ecosystems.

"This is ultimately a trust and infrastructure business," Holtz said. "Liquidity matters. Fair market resolution matters. User experience matters. We are building with those priorities first."

Looking Ahead

As development continues, management remains focused on completing product milestones, expanding strategic partnerships, strengthening infrastructure, and preparing for phased market entry. The company is targeting average monthly volume over the next 12 months of approximately 200,000 active users and US$4 billion in total volume by the end of 2027, subject to platform launch timing.

The company expects additional updates relating to launch milestones, partnerships, and product developments in future announcements.

Forward-Looking Statements

This release contains forward-looking statements regarding future plans, market opportunities, product development, and expansion initiatives. Actual outcomes may differ materially from expectations due to regulatory, market, operational, and competitive factors.

Trading on prediction markets involves risk. Past performance does not guarantee future results.

About Yuno

Yuno is building a global prediction markets platform designed to combine event-based trading, social infrastructure, and market infrastructure into a unified experience for international users. The company is focused on developing scalable systems that enable users to participate in transparent, community-driven event markets.

Contact: press@yuno.trade

*Teva Presents New Data on AUSTEDO (deutetrabenazine) tablets and AUSTEDO XR

Sun, 07 Jun 2026 15:33:00 +0700

*Teva Presents New Data on AUSTEDO (deutetrabenazine) tablets and AUSTEDO XR (deutetrabenazine) extended-release tablets that Show Patient- and Caregiver-Reported Improvements in Huntington's Disease Chorea

*New real-world survey data reveal the daily impact of Huntington's disease (HD) chorea, with over 68% of patients reporting interference with social life or emotional wellbeing1 and up to 83% of caregivers noting impact on their own daily lives.2

*Following treatment with AUSTEDO or AUSTEDO XR, most patients (60-71%) reported improvement across multiple quality of life domains as a result of their improved movements.1 As a result of the patient's reduced chorea impact, most caregivers reported less impact to their daily lives.2

*These real-world findings reinforce Teva's commitment to advancing innovative treatment options that improve the lives of individuals living with HD chorea and their caregivers.

PARSIPPANY, N.J. and TEL AVIV, Israel, June 05, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Teva Pharmaceuticals, a U.S. affiliate of Teva Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd. (NYSE and TASE: TEVA), today announced new data from the first and only real-world, decentralized study evaluating the patient- and caregiver-reported quality of life impacts of Huntington's disease (HD) chorea3 and the effect of AUSTEDO? or AUSTEDO XR? on symptom management. The findings demonstrate that treating chorea with AUSTEDO or AUSTEDO XR led to symptom improvement and, as a result, showed improvements across multiple quality of life measures.1,2 The data were presented at the Advanced Therapeutics in Movement & Related Disorders? Congress, held June 4 ? 8, 2026, in Washington, DC.

"What we are seeing reinforced from these real-world data is how deeply Huntington's disease chorea affects patients ? physically, emotionally and in their ability to function day-to-day ? and the strain it can place on their care partners," said Eric Hughes, MD, PhD, Executive Vice President, Global R&D and Chief Medical Officer at Teva. "That's why our patient-centric approach is fundamental to our work at Teva, and why we are proud to see AUSTEDO and AUSTEDO XR delivering such meaningful improvement for patients and making a real difference in the lives of those impacted."

Self-reported HD chorea patient participants (≥18 years) in the United States completed a non-interventional, online survey through the myHDstory? platform, which included questions regarding chorea impact on quality of life, severity, current treatment and self-defined goals for management. Participants taking AUSTEDO or AUSTEDO XR completed additional questions evaluating perceived changes in burden since treatment initiation, including the Patient Global Impression of Change (PGIC) scale. Caregivers (≥18 years) of individuals with HD chorea also completed an online survey, reporting on how their care recipient's chorea affected their own daily functioning across multiple quality of life domains.

Prior to treatment survey findings revealed:

Patients reported self-defined aspirational goals that they would like to improve with HD chorea treatment focused on their daily activities and social life. Caregivers also reported goals focused on their own wellbeing.

Across the real-world survey population, patients reported HD chorea often interfered with social life (71-84%), emotional wellbeing (68-77%), daily activities (70-78%) and vocational/recreational life (67-82%).1 Caregivers also reported substantial impact across their own social functioning (73?84%), emotional wellbeing (71?84%), daily activities (81?83%) and vocational/recreational life (76-83%) due to their caregiving responsibilities.2

As a result of reduced HD chorea movements in patients treated with AUSTEDO or AUSTEDO XR, the survey findings revealed:

74% of patients reported improvements in their chorea movements since initiating treatment, measured by the PGIC scale.1

As a result of movement reduction, over 85% of surveyed patients reported improvements in goals related to daily activities, such as dressing, walking and eating, and goals related to their social lives, such as going out with friends and family.1

77% of caregivers of patients reported improvements in goals related to their social life, such as going out on their own and emotional wellbeing, including reduced guilt, stress and emotional burden.2

"Huntington's disease chorea extends beyond its physical symptoms, disrupting patients' emotional wellbeing, social functioning and sense of self, while also placing immense strain on caregivers," said Daniel Claassen, MD, MS, Professor of Neurology at Vanderbilt University Medical Center, principal investigator of the study and CEO, Huntington's Study Group. "These real-world findings demonstrate the importance of effective chorea management to aid in preserving independence longer and alleviating those impacts for both patients and caregivers."

The study presented, executed in collaboration with the Huntington Study Group, is the only real-world study assessing the impact of HD chorea on patients' and caregivers' quality of life to date.3

About Chorea Associated with Huntington's Disease (HD)

Huntington's disease (HD) is a fatal neurodegenerative disease characterized by uncoordinated and uncontrollable movements, cognitive deterioration and behavioral and/or psychological problems. Chorea ? involuntary, random and sudden, twisting and/or writhing movements ? is one of the most striking physical manifestations of Huntington's disease and occurs in approximately 90% of patients. Chorea can have a significant impact on daily activities and progressively limit peoples' lives.4,5

About AUSTEDO XR Extended-Release Tablets and AUSTEDO Tablets

AUSTEDO XR and AUSTEDO are the first vesicular monoamine transporter 2 (VMAT2) inhibitors approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration in adults for the treatment of tardive dyskinesia and for the treatment of chorea associated with Huntington's disease. Safety and effectiveness in pediatric patients have not been established. AUSTEDO XR is the once-daily formulation of AUSTEDO.

INDICATIONS AND USAGE

AUSTEDO XR (deutetrabenazine) extended-release tablets and AUSTEDO (deutetrabenazine) tablets are indicated in adults for the treatment of chorea associated with Huntington's disease and for the treatment of tardive dyskinesia.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION

Depression and Suicidality in Patients with Huntington's Disease: AUSTEDO XR and AUSTEDO can increase the risk of depression and suicidal thoughts and behavior (suicidality) in patients with Huntington's disease. Balance the risks of depression and suicidality with the clinical need for treatment of chorea. Closely monitor patients for the emergence or worsening of depression, suicidality, or unusual changes in behavior. Inform patients, their caregivers, and families of the risk of depression and suicidality and instruct them to report behaviors of concern promptly to the treating physician. Exercise caution when treating patients with a history of depression or prior suicide attempts or ideation. AUSTEDO XR and AUSTEDO are contraindicated in patients who are suicidal, and in patients with untreated or inadequately treated depression.

Contraindications: AUSTEDO XR and AUSTEDO are contraindicated in patients with Huntington's disease who are suicidal, or have untreated or inadequately treated depression. AUSTEDO XR and AUSTEDO are also contraindicated in: patients with hepatic impairment; patients taking reserpine or within 20 days of discontinuing reserpine; patients taking monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOIs), or within 14 days of discontinuing MAOI therapy; and patients taking tetrabenazine or valbenazine.

Clinical Worsening and Adverse Events in Patients with Huntington's Disease: AUSTEDO XR and AUSTEDO may cause a worsening in mood, cognition, rigidity, and functional capacity. Prescribers should periodically re-evaluate the need for AUSTEDO XR or AUSTEDO in their patients by assessing the effect on chorea and possible adverse effects.

QTc Prolongation: AUSTEDO XR and AUSTEDO may prolong the QT interval, but the degree of QT prolongation is not clinically significant when AUSTEDO XR or AUSTEDO is administered within the recommended dosage range. AUSTEDO XR and AUSTEDO should be avoided in patients with congenital long QT syndrome and in patients with a history of cardiac arrhythmias.

Neuroleptic Malignant Syndrome (NMS), a potentially fatal symptom complex reported in association with drugs that reduce dopaminergic transmission, has been observed in patients receiving tetrabenazine. The risk may be increased by concomitant use of dopamine antagonists or antipsychotics. The management of NMS should include immediate discontinuation of AUSTEDO XR and AUSTEDO; intensive symptomatic treatment and medical monitoring; and treatment of any concomitant serious medical problems.

Akathisia, Agitation, and Restlessness: AUSTEDO XR and AUSTEDO may increase the risk of akathisia, agitation, and restlessness. The risk of akathisia may be increased by concomitant use of dopamine antagonists or antipsychotics. If a patient develops akathisia, the AUSTEDO XR or AUSTEDO dose should be reduced; some patients may require discontinuation of therapy.

Parkinsonism: AUSTEDO XR and AUSTEDO may cause parkinsonism in patients with Huntington's disease or tardive dyskinesia. Parkinsonism has also been observed with other VMAT2 inhibitors. The risk of parkinsonism may be increased by concomitant use of dopamine antagonists or antipsychotics. If a patient develops parkinsonism, the AUSTEDO XR or AUSTEDO dose should be reduced; some patients may require discontinuation of therapy.

Sedation and Somnolence: Sedation is a common dose-limiting adverse reaction of AUSTEDO XR and AUSTEDO. Patients should not perform activities requiring mental alertness, such as operating a motor vehicle or hazardous machinery, until they are on a maintenance dose of AUSTEDO XR or AUSTEDO and know how the drug affects them. Concomitant use of alcohol or other sedating drugs may have additive effects and worsen sedation and somnolence.

Hyperprolactinemia: Tetrabenazine elevates serum prolactin concentrations in humans. If there is a clinical suspicion of symptomatic hyperprolactinemia, appropriate laboratory testing should be done and consideration should be given to discontinuation of AUSTEDO XR and AUSTEDO.

Binding to Melanin-Containing Tissues: Deutetrabenazine or its metabolites bind to melanin-containing tissues and could accumulate in these tissues over time. Prescribers should be aware of the possibility of long-term ophthalmologic effects.

Common Adverse Reactions: The most common adverse reactions for AUSTEDO (>8% and greater than placebo) in a controlled clinical study in patients with Huntington's disease were somnolence, diarrhea, dry mouth, and fatigue. The most common adverse reactions for AUSTEDO (4% and greater than placebo) in controlled clinical studies in patients with tardive dyskinesia were nasopharyngitis and insomnia. Adverse reactions with AUSTEDO XR extended-release tablets are expected to be similar to AUSTEDO tablets.

Please see accompanying full Prescribing Information, including Boxed Warning.

About Teva

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China's Hainan Creates "Dual-Loop" Paradise for Self-Driving Tours: Facilitated Services Unlock New Cultural Tourism Experiences

Sun, 07 Jun 2026 15:27:00 +0700

HAIKOU, CHINA - Media OutReach Newswire - 5 June 2026 - On June 5, at the just-concluded Overseas Tour Operators Hainan Tour 2026, many international tour operators showed great interest in Hainan's two coastal scenic highways, hoping to promote this self-driving corridor, which features both coastal and mountain scenery as well as cultural charm, to more overseas tourists.

In China's Hainan Free Trade Port, two world-class tourist highways are redefining the self-driving travel experience. The 988-km Hainan Coastal Scenic Highway and the 466-km Tropical Rainforest National Park Tourist Highway form a "mountain-sea dual loop" system, connecting coconut-fringed coastlines with lush rainforest retreats. Coupled with facilitation policies such as temporary driver's permits for overseas visitors, Hainan is emerging as a premier destination for road trip enthusiasts from around the globe.

Scenery along the 988-km Hainan Coastal Scenic Highway (top) and the 466-km Tropical Rainforest National Park Tourist Highway (bottom).

As a landmark project of the Hainan Free Trade Port, the Coastal Scenic Highway runs through 12 coastal cities and counties, linking 84 distinctive landscape sections and 68 bays into a brilliant "pearl necklace." Along the windmill coast of the Mulan Bay in Wenchang, white wind turbines contrast beautifully with the azure sea. On the cliffside section of Shanqin Bay in Wanning, visitors can overlook the turquoise waters and rugged rocks. At the volcanic coast of Eman in Danzhou, black reefs and silver sands create a unique natural landscape. The highway is also equipped with 50 viewing platforms, 35 new energy charging stations, and four themed service areas, offering travelers resting, dining, and cultural experiences along the way.

Complementing the coastal route, the Tropical Rainforest National Park Tourist Highway winds through central and southern Hainan, passing through nine cities and counties and linking core tropical rainforest areas such as Wuzhishan, Limu Mountain, and Jianfeng Ridge. This "green ribbon" is enveloped in lush vegetation and rich ecotourism resources. Along the way, visitors can immerse themselves in ethnic traditions, such as Li brocade, Li pottery, and bamboo dance, and savor local specialties such as bamboo rice, large-leaf rainforest tea, and coffee. The route offers a captivating blend of pristine natural landscapes and vibrant ethnic culture, delivering a self-driving experience entirely different from the coastal tour.

To facilitate in-depth exploration by inbound travelers, Hainan has introduced a streamlined policy for temporary driver's permits. Inbound travelers can apply for a temporary driver's license at traffic management service centers in 18 cities and counties, or pre-apply online via the Hainan Temporary Entry Driver Management System (http://hnslsjs.cn/), using their passport and home driver's license (non-Chinese licenses must be accompanied by a translation). The process requires no medical examination and is simple and user-friendly. The permit is valid for three months for short-term visitors and can be extended to one year for long-term stays, covering all self-driving needs across the island. Together with the visa-free entry policy for citizens of 86 countries, inbound travelers can easily "rent a car upon arrival and drive both loops."

An official from the Department of Tourism, Culture, Radio, Television, and Sports of Hainan Province stated that the goal is not only to build scenic driving routes but also to establish an international self-driving service system. A series of facilitation measures?visa-free entry, temporary driver's permits, multilingual services, and foreign card payment acceptance?are designed to enable inbound travelers to enjoy a "spontaneous and hassle-free" self-driving experience in Hainan.

Last month, the provincial tourism department announced a partnership with the online travel platform Ctrip to launch a flight voucher program totaling $730,000. Travelers can participate by logging into the "Flights" channel on the Ctrip app main page before August 30 this year and booking designated round-trip flights operated by specific airlines from non-mainland cities directly to Hainan's two major cities, Haikou and Sanya.

Since the Hainan Free Trade Port initiated its special customs operations on December 18 last year, the province has witnessed explosive growth in inbound tourism. From January to May this year, Hainan received over 848,000 inbound visitors, a year-on-year increase of 51.6%.

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13th Monaco Energy Boat Challenge 8-11 July 2026 Monaco as a global laboratory for sustainable yachting

Sun, 07 Jun 2026 15:20:00 +0700

With a record 56 teams signed up, innovation, energy and the future of navigation are set to converge on the 2026 Monaco Energy Boat Challenge

13th Monaco Energy Boat Challenge

Last year's 12th Monaco Energy Boat Challenge.

MONACO, June 05, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) - With just weeks to go before the Monaco Energy Boat Challenge (8-11 July 2026), Yacht Club de Monaco has finalised its Open Sea Xperience registrations, a category for ready-to-roll CE-certified zero emission boats. A showcase for sustainable boating, this year the category expects 16 teams to take up the challenge. In total for the 2026 edition, 56 teams representing 22 nations are registered, a record since the event launched in 2014. A university from the United States will be present, as will a delegation from China. There are four categories in total: Energy Class, AI Class for pilotless / autonomous prototypes, SeaLab Class and Open Sea Xperience.

Organised under the aegis of the 'Monaco, Capital of Advanced Yachting' initiative, the Monaco Energy Boat Challenge continues to go from strength to strength, attracting students, engineers, industry players and shipyards with one overriding goal: to accelerate the maritime industry's energy transition. Supported by the Prince Albert II of Monaco Foundation, UBS, BMW and SBM Offshore, it brings together key players in the sector including Safe Harbor, Oceanco, Ferretti Group, Azimut | Benetti Group and L?rssen. "The Monaco Energy Boat Challenge is an opportunity to put ideas into practice. Here, teams can test technologies in real-world conditions, exchange ideas with the industry, and share their experiences. It is this hands on approach that brings so much added value to the event," says Bernard d'Alessandri, Director and General Secretary of the Yacht Club de Monaco.

Open Sea Xperience: from prototype to application in real-world conditions

Conceived to be a bridge between experimentation and commercial application, the Open Sea Xperience is one of the most strategic of the categories at the Monaco Energy Boat Challenge. It is an opportunity for shipyards and brands involved in the transition to zero-emission to test their boats on the sea, in an environment where performance, autonomy, speed and energy efficiency confront operational constraints.

The 2026 edition will gather electric and hydrogen-powered models demonstrating the rapid evolution of alternative propulsion technologies. Among projects expected are the Wia 520HT from Wia Electric Yachts, a 16-metre 100% electric yacht designed for quiet long distance cruising; and solutions developed by Weenav related to its KRONOS 300 engine capable of delivering more than 300hp continuously. The category also highlights new approaches to solar propulsion, electric jet engines and autonomous navigation such as the projects presented by Elvene, ZeroJet and Valkama Watercrafts. The boats participating in the Open Sea Xperience will be on display and freely accessible to the public, offering a tangible insight into the latest zero emission solutions available on the market.

2025 winners honoured at Monaco E-Prix

Weeks before the 2026 edition kicks-off, tribute was paid at the Monaco E-Prix to the Italians in the UniBoAT - University of Bologna Argonauts Team, winners of the 2025 Monaco Energy Boat Challenge, alongside UAntwerp Solar Boat Team - University of Antwerp, who won the AI Class, and Red Wave ? University of Bologna - Alma Mater Studiorum who won the SeaLab Class. Their attendance at this other flagship event for electric mobility in Monaco proves that more connections are being forged between automobile and maritime innovation in the decarbonized field. In the Energy Class, the Italians dominated winning the slalom and endurance events, the innovation and design prizes, and sharing the speed record with Elettra UniGe ? Universit? di Genova. A highly sophisticated approach that included optimised propulsion to maximise manoeuvrability, a high-performance battery and lighter boat, fine-tuned transmission, and development in-house of a counter rotating motor resulting in exceptional efficiency impressed the jury.

An event with international impact

Since its launch in 2014, the Monaco Energy Boat Challenge is now recognised as a major international event focused on clean maritime propulsion technologies. In the last 12 editions, 6,500-plus students from 50 universities have participated in 400 teams representing 35 nationalities. This diversity is key to the event's success in contributing to the emergence of an ecosystem of applicable innovation, one where experimentation, knowledge sharing and global collaboration support the evolution of sustainable yachting. Among major players supporting the event is Safe Harbor. "With the Yacht Club de Monaco, we are committed to promoting a more sustainable vision for yachting," says Tanguy Ducros, Senior Vice President, Business Development Europe at Safe Harbor. "The ocean is our shared responsibility. Protecting it means promoting responsible practices and inspiring collective change for a better future."

A diverse programme ashore as at sea

Alongside the sports aspect at sea, with the endurance, speed and slalom events and the Championship, the programme includes several highlights ashore:

? Advanced Yachting Technology Conference on Thursday 9 July, focused on technology awareness for the maritime and yachting industries through a forward-looking programme dedicated to innovation and advanced state-of-the-art technologies.

? 7th Alternative Fuels & Sustainable Yachting Conference on Friday 10 July organised by the Prince Albert II of Monaco Foundation. The theme this year is an objective analysis of the potential of alternative fuels like nuclear propulsion and its implications for yachting's future, wind power as a solution, methanol and its current role, and the latest advances in battery systems and electric power. (Conferences open to all on registration). At the same time technology demos such as the simulator, paddocks open to the public, and meetings between students and industry players are also on the programme.

An exchange platform for students and the industry

Since its launch, sharing knowledge between generations has been at the heart of the event's DNA. Teams are invited to present their projects in open source at Tech Talks and discuss them with an International Jury to promote advanced technologies outside of the sea trials. All benefit from the unique ecosystem assembled of students, alumni, researchers and industry professionals. The Corporate Mentoring Programme is a chance for industry players to support teams year-round to develop their projects, while the Job Forum puts young engineers in contact with maritime and yacht-related companies. This approach is helping to bring on a new generation of talent committed to sustainable maritime mobility.

The diversity of technology and a wide-ranging indepth programme underpins the transformation of this event: from a student gathering focused on solar energy a decade ago it has become an international platform for demonstrating technologies of the future on a bigger scale.

Stats for 2026

* 56 international teams, 34 universities, 22 nationalities

* More than a 1,000 students involved

* 49 electric projects

* 6 hydrogen projects

* 1 methanol project

* 10 projects using foils

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Sigenergy's Utility-Scale Energy Storage System Secures Prestigious TUV SUD Bankability Report

Sun, 07 Jun 2026 15:17:00 +0700

SHANGHAI, June 05, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Sigenergy, a global pioneer in "AI + Energy Storage" technology, accelerated its international growth at SNEC 2026 by securing a T?V S?D Bankability Due Diligence Report for its SigenTerra utility-scale storage system. This independent validation confirms SigenTerra's exceptional technical maturity, safety, and long-term investment value, paving the way for seamless project financing worldwide.

Reducing Investment Risk for Global Projects

Utility-scale energy storage projects involve lengthy investment cycles and complex coordination, placing immense demands on product safety, engineering delivery, and lifecycle value.

To address these complexities, T?V S?D applied a rigorous, systematic evaluation framework to conduct a thorough due diligence review of SigenTerra. The evaluation spanned critical dimensions including:

-Product design and performance

-Safety standards and reliability testing

-Manufacturing processes and quality control

-Supply chain management

-Customer service and long-term sustainability

By providing an independent, professional, and transparent technical assessment, this report serves as an objective reference for clients, project developers, financial institutions, insurance providers, and international investors. It effectively bridges information gaps during bidding, financing, insurance, and investment decision-making, significantly accelerating project deployment.

Executive Insights

"We are thrilled to celebrate this milestone at SNEC, a premier platform for global renewable energy," said Lin Tiansan, Vice President of Sigenergy and President of the Utility-Scale Product Line.

"We appreciate T?V S?D's professional support and our partners' enduring trust. The global utility-scale market demands more than advanced hardware?it requires verifiable, trustworthy system capabilities. Sigenergy remains committed to innovation and ultimate safety, driving higher standards to deliver superior value worldwide."

Driving the Global Transition to Net-Zero

As a pioneer in "AI + Renewable Energy Storage" technology, Sigenergy delivers safe, intelligent, streamlined, and highly efficient comprehensive solutions across residential, C&I, and utility-scale sectors.

For the utility-scale market, Sigenergy is continuously elevating its full-chain capabilities-spanning R&D, system design, smart O&M, and global service. This holistic approach transitions energy storage from isolated hardware components into highly integrated systems that maximize reliability and asset lifecycle value.

Moving forward, Sigenergy will deepen its collaboration with T?V S?D and its global ecosystem of partners to advance technical validation, product safety, standards formulation, and project deployment, accelerating the global transition to zero-carbon energy.

About Sigenergy

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

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

For more information, visit: www.sigenergy.com

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VinFast showcases a complete EV ecosystem at its first Philippine international motor show appearance

Sun, 07 Jun 2026 15:12:00 +0700

MANILA, PHILIPPINES - Media OutReach Newswire - 5 June 2026 - VinFast today announced its first appearance at the Philippine International Motor Show (PIMS), showcasing a comprehensive electric vehicle ecosystem that integrates EVs, charging infrastructure, transportation services, and ownership solutions.

Headlined by the new Rentapasada program, VinFast's participation demonstrates how this connected ecosystem can make EV adoption more accessible and practical for Filipino consumers while supporting the country's transition to a greener future.

Taking place from June 4 to 7 in Metro Manila, the biennial PIMS is one of the Philippines' leading automotive exhibitions, bringing together major local and international automotive brands to showcase new products, technologies, and mobility solutions. This year's edition features around 150 vehicles, approximately half of which are electrified models, reflecting the industry's accelerating shift toward sustainable mobility.

At PIMS 2026, the show's 10th edition since its launch in 2006, VinFast will bring its integrated EV ecosystem to life through a 240-sqm exhibition space. Visitors can explore the Company's growing portfolio of electric vehicles, including the VF 3, VF 6, VF 7, and VF 9, alongside the service-focused Herio Green and Limo Green models, while also discovering V-Green's smart charging solutions and Green GSM's transportation services.

At the center of VinFast's showcase is the launch of Rentapasada program, which enables participants to access VinFast electric vehicles through flexible rental arrangements and start earning on the Green GSM platform with a low upfront deposit, long-term contracts, and competitive fixed daily rates starting from just PHP 1,000. By reducing upfront costs and ownership barriers, the program expands access to electric mobility while creating new income-generating opportunities for Filipino drivers.

Rentapasada reflects VinFast's broader vision of making EVs relevant not only as a transportation solution, but also as an economic opportunity. Together with Green GSM and V-Green, the program forms part of a connected ecosystem designed to address key barriers to EV adoption.

Alongside Rentapasada, VinFast is presenting one of the most comprehensive EV lineups at PIMS 2026, led by the VF MPV 7, a spacious electric MPV designed to meet the evolving needs of modern Filipino families. To mark the occasion, VinFast is offering a special promotional program for the first 1,000 VF MPV 7 customers, with direct purchase incentives of over PHP 27,000 for purchases with battery included, or up to one year of free battery subscription for customers who opt for the battery subscription model.

These promotional offers complement a broader package of ownership benefits available across the VinFast lineup. Customers who purchase VinFast electric vehicles can enjoy complimentary charging at V-Green charging stations until March 31, 2029, helping reduce long-term operating costs while enhancing ownership confidence. Eligible customers may also choose to convert this charging benefit into a one-year complimentary battery subscription package, providing greater flexibility based on their individual driving needs.

Mr. Antonio "Toti" Zara III, CEO for VinFast Southeast Asia, said: "Our participation at the Philippine International Motor Show 2026 reflects VinFast's long-term commitment to accelerating electric vehicle adoption in the Philippines. As the market continues to evolve, we recognize that customers are looking beyond the vehicle itself and are placing greater importance on the overall ownership experience. By showcasing our complete ecosystem?from our EV lineup and charging infrastructure to flexible mobility programs and after-sales support?we demonstrated our capability and strength in making electric mobility more practical and accessible for Filipino consumers."

As the Philippine EV market continues to develop, VinFast remains committed to building a comprehensive ecosystem that supports consumers throughout every stage of the ownership journey while helping accelerate the country's transition toward sustainable mobility. By bringing together a diverse electric vehicle lineup, charging infrastructure, mobility services, ownership incentives, and income-generating opportunities within a single connected ecosystem, VinFast is demonstrating how the future of transportation can be more accessible, practical, and sustainable for communities across the Philippines.

About VinFast

VinFast (NASDAQ: VFS), a subsidiary of Vingroup JSC, one of Vietnam's largest conglomerates, is a pure-play electric vehicle manufacturer with the mission of making EVs accessible to everyone. VinFast's product lineup today includes a wide range of electric SUVs, e-scooters, e-bikes, and e-buses.

VinFast is currently embarking on its next growth phase through the rapid expansion of its global distribution and dealership network and increasing manufacturing capacity, with a focus on key markets across North America, Europe, the Middle East, and Asia.

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Bitget Launches Anti-Scam Month as Multi-Asset Fraud Loss Hits $442 B

Sun, 07 Jun 2026 15:09:00 +0700

VICTORIA, Seychelles, June 05, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Bitget, the world's largest Universal Exchange (UEX), has launched Anti-Scam Month 2026, its annual global security initiative running throughout June under the theme "More Assets, Stronger Shield: Stay Safe in the Multi-Asset Era." The initiative expands Bitget's focus on user protection as digital finance enters a new phase where crypto, tokenized stocks, RWAs, AI-linked products, and broader multi-asset trading environments coexist within the same trading environment.

According to Interpol, financial scams tied to multi-asset markets resulted in more than $442 billion in losses globally in 2025, reflecting a sharp rise in fraud targeting digital asset users. As tokenized financial products continue entering mainstream trading environments, new vulnerabilities are emerging across crypto wallets, phishing systems, fake applications, AI-generated scams, and identity manipulation techniques built to target users operating across multiple asset classes.

Anti-Scam Month 2026 forms part of Bitget's broader approach to user protection as the platform continues expanding access to crypto, tokenized stocks, commodities, forex, ETFs, and precious metals under its Universal Exchange model. The campaign is built around the idea that broader financial access must be matched by stronger awareness tools as trading behavior increasingly moves between traditional finance and crypto-native environments within the same platform.

"The financial system is becoming increasingly interconnected as users move across crypto, tokenized assets, commodities, and traditional financial markets within the same trading cycle," said Gracy Chen, CEO at Bitget. "As market access expands, scam tactics are evolving just as quickly. Security today requires more than platform infrastructure. It also highly depends on helping users better recognize risk as financial activity becomes more multi-asset by design."

Throughout June, Bitget will release a multi-part security article and video series covering common attack vectors including SMS spoofing, fake applications, phishing systems, malicious smart contracts, and high-risk token schemes. The content series will also examine emerging fraud patterns tied to artificial intelligence and tokenized real-world assets, two sectors increasingly attracting both institutional attention and scam activity as adoption accelerates. The final phase of the campaign will include the release of anti-scam reports focused on multi-asset trading and AI-related financial risks, co-authored with onchain security agencies, real-world asset institutions, and AI industry partners. Bitget will also host X Spaces bringing together security researchers, ecosystem contributors, and community participants for live discussions around emerging scam trends and risk mitigation strategies across digital finance.

The launch follows Bitget's continued expansion of platform security measures, including proof of reserves, the Protection Fund, and wider user education initiatives designed to strengthen account safety and risk awareness. As digital assets increasingly intersect with traditional financial markets, platforms are facing growing expectations to combine broader market access with stronger safeguards for users navigating more complex financial environments.

For more information, visit: Bitget's Anti-Scam Hub here.

About Bitget

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

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Dmitry Shubov Consulting Shares Expert Perspective on Why First U.S. Customer Readiness Matters More in Southeast Asia's Tighter 2026 Funding Climate

Sun, 07 Jun 2026 15:06:00 +0700

FREMONT, Calif., June 05, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Dmitry Shubov Consulting is sharing an expert perspective on why Southeast Asian startups need to carefully think about what happens after they land a first U.S. customer, especially in a year when funding remains harder to win, and growth is under closer scrutiny. The recent perspective comes as Q1 2026 reporting from DealStreetAsia pointed to a still-selective startup funding environment across Southeast Asia, adding pressure on founders to show not just early traction, but a business that can actually build on it.

For many startups, a long stretch of outreach goes into getting that first "yes." When the contract is signed, founders naturally think the hardest part is over. It isn't. The very next morning, the workload just changes shape. You aren't pitching anymore. Instead, the startup is suddenly dealing with messy onboarding steps and client questions it did not fully anticipate.

"Landing a first U.S. customer is a real milestone, but it also has a way of showing founders what still is not working as well as they thought," said Dmitry Shubov, Founder of Dmitry Shubov Consulting. "You can prove there is interest in the business and still realize the contracts, internal process, or delivery side are not ready to support growth in a consistent way."

That shift is a lot tougher when venture funding is hard to come by. In a tighter market, startups often have less room to absorb operational mistakes while trying to build on early traction. If a startup struggles to deliver for its first big client, it can lose its hard-earned momentum before it even has a chance to look for the next deal.

This is especially true in enterprise fields like legal tech, AI, SaaS, and fintech. Buyers in these industries expect a professional, organized experience right from the start. Being persistent and flexible can get a founder through a single pilot program, but that doesn't mean the company has a repeatable system in place. If keeping the client happy still depends entirely on the founder jumping in to solve every single problem, that approach can become difficult to sustain when the next few clients sign up.

With this perspective on current complexities, Dmitry Shubov Consulting is focusing on a part of international expansion that people rarely talk about during the initial sales push. Getting that first U.S. customer is great, but what happens next says a lot more about the long-term strength of the business. For startups trying to expand into the West this year, the real challenge isn't just getting someone to say yes-it's having a business model steady enough to support that win. Partnering with a consulting firm can be the best first step. Reach out to Dmitry Shubov Consulting for more information.

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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China's Hainan Unveils Top 10 Calling Cards for International Tour Operators

Sun, 07 Jun 2026 15:01:00 +0700

HAIKOU, CHINA - Media OutReach Newswire - 5 June 2026 - The Overseas Tour Operators Hainan Tour 2026 recently kicked off in Haikou, Hainan Province. During the event, Hainan unveiled its "Top 10 Calling Cards" to more than 300 representatives of international tour operators, showcasing the province's unique cultural tourism appeal and its new landscape of opening-up and development.

Hainan unveils its "Top 10 Calling Cards" for international tour operators.

The "Night of Hainan" Tourism Reception Event served as a centerpiece of the Overseas Tour Operators Hainan Tour 2026. Featuring immersive presentations, intangible cultural heritage song and dance performances, interactive experiences, and other diverse formats, the event offered a comprehensive showcase of Hainan's rich and varied tourism resources. The lively and warm atmosphere was widely recognized and appreciated by Chinese and international guests in attendance.

During the event, Hainan unveiled its "Top 10 Calling Cards" to international tour operators, detailing the province's core tourism advantages: the beautiful scenery and warm climate of this tropical island, a world-class ecological environment, highly favorable visa-free policies, profound historical and cultural heritage, world-renowned medical and wellness services, a globally famous shopping paradise, unique marine and sports tourism, imaginative space tourism, the dual-loop tourist highways linking mountains and sea, as well as a safe, high-value, and cost-effective travel experience.

A representative from the Department of Tourism, Culture, Radio, Television, and Sports of Hainan Province stated that, as China's only tropical island province, Hainan looks forward to partnering with international tour operators to serve as a gateway for international visitors, enabling "one-journey, multiple-destination" tours across China with Hainan as the hub.

Lina, a Belarusian international student and Hainan's international tourism promoter, along with Yann, a Slovakian social media influencer, presented six themed travel routes covering the entire island of Hainan, featuring specialty offerings such as space study tours, coastal vacations, sports and wellness retreats, rainforest exploration, cultural leisure experiences, and mountain adventures.

Leveraging the policy dividends from the launch of special customs operations at the Hainan Free Trade Port, combined with multiple advantages such as visa-free access, open air rights, and offshore duty-free shopping, Hainan's inbound tourism market has seen significant growth. According to official data, from January to May this year, Hainan received over 848,000 inbound visitors, a year-on-year increase of 51.6%. Currently, Hainan has established 46 tourism promotion offices worldwide, building a global promotion and cooperation network covering core source markets in Europe, the Americas, and Asia.

"Hainan's tourism resources are incredibly rich. It offers both international coastal resort facilities and unique rainforest culture, as well as the charm of Li and Miao ethnic traditions. It is exactly the kind of destination European tourists long for," Gian Paolo Vairo, an Italian tour operator, said excitedly after negotiations. He noted that he has reached preliminary cooperation intentions with several Hainan companies and plans to quickly design and launch in-depth Hainan travel itineraries tailored to European tourists.

The attending international tour operators spoke highly of Hainan's policy advantages, diverse tourism offerings, and continuously improving service quality, expressing their intention to develop and launch new Hainan tourism products. In the coming days, the attending guests will conduct in-depth field inspections across multiple cities and counties in Hainan, continuing to deepen cultural and tourism cooperation and jointly exploring Hainan's international tourism market.

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SNEC 2026: Sigenergy Reimagines Energy Infrastructure with "AI in All"

Sun, 07 Jun 2026 14:44:00 +0700

SHANGHAI, June 05, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Inside the bustling halls of the 19th SNEC Exhibition, Sigenergy showcased the future of clean energy. Under its defining "AI in All" strategy, the company unveiled a complete portfolio of smart solar-plus-storage solutions, proving how deep artificial intelligence can transform utility grids, commercial spaces, and residential homes into highly synchronized, autonomous energy ecosystems.

Driven by its pioneering "AI in All" strategy, Sigenergy is bringing advanced artificial intelligence to every scale of power-from massive utility grids to businesses and households.

The centerpiece of the showcase was SigenAgent, the industry's first all-domain AI agent. Moving beyond traditional dashboards that merely display data, SigenAgent understands user goals, creates optimal strategies, and executes them autonomously across all energy scenarios.

The Utility Grid. Re-engineered.

Sigenergy is officially launching its 2026 Utility Scale Strategy, delivering high-efficiency infrastructure engineered for maximum long-term asset value.

SigenTerra Storage System: Moving beyond traditional storage, SigenTerra serves as a grid-friendly infrastructure hub that seamlessly synchronizes with solar inverters and AI scheduling tools to optimize grid stabilization, smooth power outputs, and enhance energy market integration.

460kW PV Inverter: Built for massive utility baseloads and complex terrains, this high-power inverter features 18 independent MPPTs (Maximum Power Point Trackers). The multi-channel design eliminates string mismatch caused by uneven topography, while feeding granular data directly into the system's AI core for precise, remote fault diagnosis.

The Zero-Carbon Workspace.

For commerce and industry, Sigenergy showcased its Zero-Carbon Park solution, transforming energy storage from a passive backup into an active revenue-generating asset.

Modular Efficiency: Built on the SigenStack modular storage platform and a proprietary Energy Management System (EMS), the solution supports pure solar, pure storage, or hybrid configurations.

Intelligent Optimization: Leveraging DC-coupled architecture and AI dispatch algorithms, the system dynamically analyzes real-time solar generation, building loads, and shifting tariff structures to automate peak-shaving and minimize operational demand charges.

The Intelligent Home.

Sigenergy's residential ecosystem simplifies personal energy management, turning complex data into seamless, sustainable living.

Integrated Versatility: Led by the SigenStor 5-in-one energy system-which beautifully unifies a solar inverter, storage converter, battery pack, DC EV charger, and EMS-and complemented by SigenMicro inverters, the lineup brings a flexible, highly secure power platform to homes and small businesses alike.

Autonomous Intelligence: Driven by advanced AI, the system removes user complexity. Homeowners no longer need to navigate intricate parameters; they simply define their goals. The system dynamically orchestrates solar generation, household loads, fluctuating utility rates, and personal habits to actively minimize power costs, maximize self-consumption, and elevate the electric vehicle charging experience.

Sigenergy's presence at SNEC showcases more than an expanded portfolio across utility, commercial, and residential landscapes-it signals the evolution of energy infrastructure itself. Moving forward, Sigenergy remains committed to its "AI in All" strategy, embedding intelligence deeper into every scenario to build a smarter, lower-carbon, and profoundly sustainable world.

About Sigenergy

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

For more information, visit: www.sigenergy.com

Media Contact

Tracy Li

Email: tracy.li@sigenergy.com

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HYCU Expands G2 Leadership with Record Recognition in Summer 2026 Reports

Fri, 05 Jun 2026 16:17:00 +0700

Named a Leader in 37 Report Categories and Ranked #1 in 11 Categories Across Data Protection, Backup, and Disaster Recovery

Boston, Massachusetts, June 04, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- HYCU, Inc., the #1 AI Resilience company, today announced its strongest G2 performance to date in the Summer 2026 Grid Reports, earning recognition as a Leader in 37 report categories and achieving the #1 position in 11 categories. The latest results reflect continued momentum for the HYCU R-Cloud Platform as organizations increasingly seek a simpler, more comprehensive approach to protect SaaS applications, cloud services, AI and hybrid infrastructures.

HYCU achieved its highest recognition to date across multiple categories including Disaster Recovery, SaaS Backup, Server Backup, Database Backup, and File Recovery, HYCU continued to outperform legacy backup vendors and point solutions based on verified customer reviews and satisfaction scores.

"These recognitions matter because they come directly from the people who rely on HYCU each and every day to protect their mission critical data across applications, databases, and platforms," said Simon Taylor, Founder and CEO of HYCU. "Organizations are managing more applications, more data, and more risk than ever before. Being recognized as a Leader across 37 categories and earning 11 number one rankings reflects the trust customers place in HYCU to simplify protection and recovery across their entire data estate."
Summer 2026 Highlights include the following:

* Mentioned in 149 G2 Reports.
* Recognized as a Leader in 37 G2 report categories.
* Achieved #1 rankings in 11 report categories.
* Continued leadership across SaaS Backup, Disaster Recovery, Server Backup, Database Backup, and File Recovery.
* Expanded recognition across regional, implementation, relationship, usability, and results indexes.

HYCU earned the top position in 11 Summer 2026 reports, highlighting excellence in customer satisfaction, implementation experience, usability, and business outcomes. The #1 ranking was across the following reports and categories:
File Recovery

* #1 | Grid? Report for File Recovery
* #1 | Enterprise Relationship Index for File Recovery
* #1 | Enterprise Results Index for File Recovery
* #1 | Results Index for File Recovery

Server Backup

* #1 | Grid Report for Server Backup
* #1 | Mid-Market Grid Report for Server Backup
* #1 | Enterprise Relationship Index for Server Backup

Database Backup

* #1 | Grid Report for Database Backup
* #1 | Mid-Market Grid Report for Database Backup
* #1 | Relationship Index for Database Backup

Disaster Recovery

* #1 | Grid Report for Disaster Recovery

In addition to these top rankings, HYCU was recognized as a Leader across 37 report categories spanning implementation, usability, relationship, results, momentum, and regional reports throughout North America, Europe, the United Kingdom, and EMEA.

The G2 Grid Reports are based on verified customer reviews, customer satisfaction scores, and market presence data, making them one of the most trusted resources for software buyers evaluating technology solutions.

HYCU's continued growth in G2 recognition reflects the increasing demand for new approaches to data protection that deliver visibility, protection, recovery, and control across SaaS, cloud, on premises, and AI environments. Through HYCU R-Cloud, organizations can protect more than 105 workloads from a single platform while maintaining complete control over where their data is stored.

Customer feedback consistently highlights HYCU's simplicity, rapid deployment, operational efficiency, and reliable recovery capabilities. Organizations around the world continue to choose HYCU to reduce complexity, strengthen cyber resilience, and ensure business continuity without the burden of legacy infrastructure.

Learn more about what HYCU users have to say or leave your own review of HYCU R-Cloud on G2's HYCU review page. To learn more about where you go for software, visit www.g2.com and follow G2 on LinkedIn.

For more information on HYCU aiR and becoming an early adopter, visit: www.hycu.com/air, follow us on X (formerly Twitter), connect with us on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, BlueSky, TikTok, and YouTube.***

Bitget Launches "Score Your 40%" Affiliate Campaign With $1 Million Prize Pool

Fri, 05 Jun 2026 16:02:00 +0700

VICTORIA, Seychelles, June 04, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Bitget, the world's largest Universal Exchange (UEX), has launched "Score Your 40%", a new global affiliate campaign featuring a $1 million USDT prize pool designed to accelerate affiliate growth and reward community builders ahead of one of the year's biggest sporting seasons.

The campaign builds on the momentum of Bitget's earlier affiliate initiatives, including "The Missing 40%", which drove a significant increase in community participation. In March alone, Bitget recorded more than 2,000 new affiliate registrations and approved over 1,500 affiliates within two weeks, reflecting growing interest in crypto referral and community-ed growth models.

Running throughout June, the campaign introduces a range of rewards, activation bonuses, and milestone incentives for both new and existing affiliates. Eligible participants can earn rewards worth up to 600 USDT through registration, verification, and campaign participation, while competing for a share of the broader $1 million USDT prize pool.

The campaign draws inspiration from the competitive spirit surrounding this summer's global football season, creating an affiliate-focused tournament designed to reward performance, community growth, and engagement. Through "Score Your 40%," Bitget aims to further expand its affiliate ecosystem while helping creators, traders, educators, and community leaders monetize their audiences more effectively.

"Bitget has grown from around 25 million users to more than 125 million in just two years. That kind of growth doesn't happen through advertising alone," said Gracy Chen, CEO of Bitget. "The affiliate ecosystem has always been one of the strongest growth engines in crypto because it is built on trust. This campaign is about giving more people the opportunity to turn that influence into something meaningful."

Since November 2025, Bitget has continued expanding incentives and support for affiliates through initiatives such as Boost Month and The Missing 40%. The latest campaign builds on that foundation with what the company describes as one of its largest affiliate-focused reward programs to date.

Bitget's affiliate program is designed to lower barriers to participation, requiring as few as 100 social media followers or 500 community members to apply. Approved affiliates can access a 40% permanent rebate structure from day one, alongside a streamlined application process with reviews typically completed within 24 hours.

The campaign forms part of Bitget's broader strategy to strengthen its global affiliate network and expand participation across its growing Universal Exchange ecosystem, which spans crypto, tokenized assets, stocks, commodities, and AI-powered trading tools.

For more information or to apply, visit the Bitget Affiliate Program page.***

Octave Intelligence plc Form 10-Q for the Quarterly Period Ended March 31, 2026

Fri, 05 Jun 2026 15:17:00 +0700

HUNTSVILLE, Ala., June 04, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- A Form 10-Q for the quarterly period ended March 31, 2026 (the "Form 10-Q") has been filed with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (the "SEC") today. The Form 10-Q is available to view on the SEC's website at: https://www.sec.gov and the Company's website at: www.octave.com.

This report covers a period before the listing of Octave. Going forward, quarterly reports will be announced by way of a press release summarizing the highlights of the filed Form 10-Q.

FOR MORE INFORMATION, CONTACT:

Investors: Elizabeth Chwalk, VP, Investor Relations, Octave +1 401 749 - 0278, elizabeth.chwalk@octave.com
Media: media@octave.com

About Octave:

Octave provides mission-critical software that empowers organizations to make informed decisions across every stage of the asset lifecycle -- Design, Build, Operate and Protect -- where performance, safety, and reliability are non-negotiable and failure is not an option.

Turning complex operational data into actionable intelligence, Octave connects expertise, real-world conditions and enterprise-scale insight to improve performance, resilience and incident response where it matters most.

Octave has approximately 7,200 employees in 45 countries. Learn more at octave.com and follow us on LinkedIn.***

BitMEX Integrates with Banxa to Expand On and Off-Ramp Offerings

Fri, 05 Jun 2026 15:03:00 +0700

VICTORIA, Seychelles, June 04, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- BitMEX, a leading crypto derivatives exchange, announced today a strategic integration with Banxa, a global provider of on-and-off ramp solutions. The partnership expands BitMEX's fiat-to-crypto offerings to users in over 180 countries to seamlessly convert their fiat to crypto, and vice versa.

As digital asset adoption grows, the need for accessible on-and-off ramps has become paramount. In addition to purchasing digital assets like Bitcoin (BTC), Ethereum (ETH), and Solana (SOL), users can instantly sell their cryptocurrency to receive fiat currencies directly into their bank accounts or payment cards, via Banxa's regulated network.

The partnership reinforces BitMEX's commitment to remove existing friction in trading strategies by offering a wider array of local payment methods and fiat support. Key features include:

* Broad Currency Support: Support for 30+ cryptocurrencies including BTC, ETH, and SOL, and 35+ fiat currencies including USD, EUR, GBP, and AUD.

* Bidirectional Conversion: Users can buy and sell crypto instantly for immediate access to their funds.

* Global Payment Flexibility: Support for Visa, Mastercard, Apple Pay, Google Pay, and local bank transfers (including PayPal, SEPA, and Faster Payments).

* Frictionless User Experience: Verified BitMEX users can access Banxa's fiat-to-crypto gateway without additional verification, accelerating the trading process.

"Our goal at BitMEX is to provide a professional-grade trading environment that is as accessible as it is powerful," said Raphael Polansky, Chief Growth Officer at BitMEX. "By partnering with Banxa to expand our on and off-ramp offerings, we are providing our users with more ways to close the crypto loop. Traders can now fund their accounts, execute their strategies, and realise their profits all within the BitMEX ecosystem using the payment methods they trust most."

"Infrastructure is a genuine business advantage. With BitMEX, we're delivering more than a reliable and compliant fiat to crypto ramp -- we're creating a growth engine that helps bring liquidity into the platform, supports user acquisition, and enables them to confidently scale." said Shaun Heng, Chief Product & Growth Officer at Banxa.

Users who purchase crypto on BitMEX using Banxa and other fiat providers can receive up to $110 in rewards. Those who use credit/debit card, Apple Pay, or Google Pay to purchase crypto with Banxa are also eligible for 0 fees from 4 June to 4 July. More information on the integration can be found here.***

VCI Global Provides Strategic Business Update as Institutional Shareholder Base Expands

Fri, 05 Jun 2026 14:52:00 +0700

Shareholder Base Includes Tether Investment S.A de C.V., CMCC Titan Fund L.P. and 468 Global Opportunities GmbH & Co. KG

KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia, June 04, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- VCI Global Limited (NASDAQ: VCIG) ("VCI Global" or the "Company") today provided a business update regarding its strategic initiatives and recent shareholder disclosures. As reflected in the Company's recent public filing, VCI Global's shareholder base includes institutional and strategic investors such as Tether Investment S.A. de C.V., CMCC Titan Fund L.P. and 468 Global Opportunities GmbH & Co. KG.

Tether Investment S.A. de C.V. is associated with Tether, the issuer of USDT, the world's largest stablecoin by market capitalization. CMCC Titan Fund L.P. is an investment fund focused on blockchain and digital asset opportunities, while 468 Global Opportunities GmbH & Co. KG is a technology-focused investment platform.

The Company believes the presence of investors with backgrounds spanning digital assets, venture capital, emerging technologies and alternative investments reflects increasing convergence among capital markets, artificial intelligence infrastructure and blockchain-enabled financial ecosystems.

The ordinary shares referenced in the Company's recent public filing are restricted securities and remain subject to applicable resale restrictions under U.S. securities laws, including Rule 144 where applicable.

VCI Global continues to execute its strategy across artificial intelligence infrastructure, digital assets, real-world assets ("RWA") and capital markets solutions.

Advancing an Integrated Platform Strategy

The Company's operating model is focused on identifying, developing and scaling opportunities across high-growth sectors where technology, digital assets and capital formation increasingly intersect. Through this approach, VCI Global continues to expand initiatives spanning AI infrastructure, digital asset ecosystems, asset-backed opportunities and capital markets activities.

AI Infrastructure

VCI Global continues to develop AI-related infrastructure capabilities, including GPU computing resources, enterprise AI deployment solutions and supporting digital infrastructure designed to address increasing demand for compute-intensive applications.

Digital Assets and Treasury Initiatives

The Company continues to evaluate opportunities related to digital assets, stablecoin-enabled payment infrastructure, tokenized ecosystems and treasury management initiatives as part of its broader technology and financial ecosystem strategy.

Real-World Assets and Sustainability Initiatives

VCI Global is pursuing opportunities involving asset-backed structures, tokenization initiatives, carbon credit opportunities and sustainability-linked assets that may complement its broader infrastructure and technology platform.

Capital Markets Platform

VCI Global's platform strategy remains focused on building, scaling and monetizing businesses through strategic partnerships, public market transactions, financing activities, spin-offs and other capital markets opportunities.

"As we continue to execute our long-term strategy, we remain focused on building businesses and platforms positioned at the intersection of AI infrastructure, digital assets, real-world assets and capital markets. We believe these sectors represent important areas of innovation and capital formation, and we will continue to evaluate opportunities that align with our strategic objectives and disciplined capital allocation approach," said VCI Global management.***

Trusted by the Majority of Top 30 U.S. Accounting Firms, Caseware Launches Verity Agentic Pioneer Program

Fri, 05 Jun 2026 13:29:00 +0700

The new program enables leading firms to build, deploy and govern proprietary AI agents on Caseware Verity, the company's intelligence and orchestration platform for audit and assurance.

TORONTO, June 04, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Caseware, the leading AI platform for assurance and financial reporting, today announced the launch of the Caseware Customer Acceleration Programs -- a structured set of customer partnership programs designed to accelerate the growth and increase AI innovation velocity of the firms shaping the future of the accounting profession.

The majority of top 30 U.S. accounting firms are already Caseware customers -- including Baker Tilly, Eisner Advisory Group, CBIZ, Forvis Mazars LLP, Plante Moran, CohnReznick LLP, Citrin Cooperman, Wipfli LLP, Withum, Carr Riggs & Ingram, PKF O'Connor Davies and Weaver -- underscoring the trust the profession's leading firms place in Caseware as they enter the agentic era.

The announcement builds on the recent launch of Verity and Verity Agents, Caseware's governed AI intelligence and orchestration platform, and represents the next step in enabling leading firms to move faster, build deeper and compete with greater confidence in the agentic age.

Introducing the Customer Acceleration Program

The Customer Acceleration Programs sits within the broader Caseware Partner Ecosystem -- a three-pillar framework that brings together customer partners, technology partners and industry partners to build a comprehensive, connected and governed AI platform to optimize the end-to-end assurance and financial reporting workflow for the unique needs of the audit profession.

The Customer Acceleration Programs comprises three distinct programs, each designed to meet firms where they are on their AI journey and accelerate their growth on the Caseware platform:

Agentic Pioneer Program: A co-development partnership exclusively designed to accelerate agentic development at future-forward global firms, this program enables participants to build and deploy proprietary, firm-specific AI agents directly on Caseware's governed agentic platform. Partners will have priority access to Caseware's full Agent Builder suite -- including the Agent Workbench and governed MCP interfaces for deep firm-side agent development, and Agent Studio, a streamlined environment for building and deploying agents without technical overhead.

Lighthouse Program: An innovation access program for forward-thinking firms that gain early exposure to Caseware Verity and the Verity Agent Suites to accelerate their AI adoption and efficiency gains. Lighthouse partners help shape the AI product roadmap, accelerating their own AI adoption while serving as advocates for transformation across the profession.

Advisory Program: A strategic engagement program for influential firms and industry leaders who provide expert input to guide Caseware's product development, ensuring the profession's voice remains central to how AI in audit evolves.

Caseware's collaboration programs build on an established customer base spanning more than 130 countries and 23,000 firms, corporations and government organizations worldwide. In North America, 65% of the top 200 U.S. firms and 100% of the top Canadian firms are Caseware customers. Across Europe and the UK, Caseware serves 75% of the top 50 firms in the United Kingdom, 94% of the top 50 firms in the Netherlands 100% of the top 25 firms in Germany including leading firms such as Deloitte, EY, KPMG, De Jong & Laan, and Flynth, Grant Thornton, RSM, and Azets Group.

Together, these programs are designed to accelerate AI adoption and drive growth of Caseware's customers -- giving firms the access, tools and co-development relationships to move with greater speed and confidence as the profession enters the agentic era.

"The reason leading global firms are joining the Caseware Agentic Pioneer Program is clear: they're no longer just looking for better AI tools. They're looking to build and control their own intelligence layer on a platform they can trust. What matters is having a foundation that is governed, defensible and purpose-built for the realities of audit and assurance -- not retrofitted from a generic platform or limited to a point solution. The Pioneer Program gives firms a way to shape what agentic AI looks like in practice, while ensuring every innovation strengthens the platform and helps advance the profession as a whole."

-- David Marquis, Chief Executive Officer, Caseware

Built on the Foundation of Caseware Verity and Verity Agents

The Customer Acceleration Program builds directly on Caseware's recent launch of Verity -- the company's governed AI intelligence and orchestration layer -- and the Verity Agentic Suites, which automate work across the full assurance engagement lifecycle. Backed by more than $100 million in AI investment and developed in collaboration with leading audit firms through extensive alpha and beta programs, Verity operates inside the engagement itself, applying firm methodology and orchestrating intelligence across preparing, planning, evaluating and reporting.

The Pioneer Program extends this foundation by enabling select firms to go further: developing their own agents on top of the Caseware AI Platform, with the governance, traceability and professional defensibility that regulated environments demand. Every firm-built agent operates within the same Governed Decision Environment as Verity -- citation-backed, reviewable and traceable before entering the engagement file.***

Bitget Rolls Out Stocks 2.0, Linking Tokenized Equities to Real U.S. Market Liquidity

Fri, 05 Jun 2026 13:20:00 +0700

VICTORIA, Seychelles, June 04, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Bitget, the world's leading Universal Exchange (UEX), has announced the launch of Bitget Stocks 2.0, an upgraded tokenized stock spot product designed to improve liquidity, asset transparency, and capital efficiency for tokenized equity trading.

The product is issued by Reality, a licensed RWA issuance platform, powered by Bitget's strategic support, trading access, and asset security within its ecosystem.

The upgrade is built around three product improvements: deeper stock market liquidity, 1:1 economic mapping of the underlying stock asset, and broader use of stock tokens within Bitget's margin, strategy, and yield ecosystem. Stock 2.0 is designed to connect tokenized stock trading with real equity market liquidity from global channels. This gives users a stock spot trading experience with deeper order books, lower trading friction, and faster execution directly inside the Bitget app.

The product also supports 1:1 asset mapping for eligible stock tokens. With direct stablecoin trading using USDT. Cash dividends are also converted into USDT and credited to users' accounts. Stock dividends are reflected in user balances, while corporate actions such as stock splits and reverse splits are mapped to token positions to keep economic exposure aligned with the underlying stock.

Stock 2.0 also expands the role of tokenized equities inside Bitget's ecosystem. Eligible stock tokens can be used within unified account and margin systems, and can be connected to supported tools such as spot grid, futures grid, copy trading, and selected yield products. This gives users more ways to manage capital while maintaining exposure to worldwide equity assets.

"Tokenized equities are the bridge crypto is building between global markets," said Gracy Chen, CEO at Bitget. "By 2030, we could see over 10% of global financial assets to be tokenized, which will be fueled by platforms built by access, depth, and compliance. As of today, we have successfully shipped the requirements being built for that future."

As compared to existing RWA products on platforms Bitget offers the most competitive fees in the market. The base rate is 0.1%, while the Maker/Taker fees is the same as VIP, a fixed fee of 0.05% with BGB offers and zero friction costs making it the most cost-effective route to trade stocks.

The launch builds on Bitget's early lead in tokenized equity trading, from tokenized stocks and ETFs to stock futures, and pre-IPO.

Bitget ranks amongst the first major crypto exchanges to support tokenized equities, in January 2026, the platform's cumulative tokenized stock spot volume had surpassed $1 billion, while it accounted for approximately 89% of Ondo-issued tokenized stock trading volume in December 2025. Its stock futures also crossed $10 billion in cumulative trading volume, making it a pioneer in the Universal Exchange model.

The first batch of Bitget Stocks 2.0 includes 36 newly listed stock-linked assets, covering major equities and ETFs such as Apple, Amazon, Meta, Tesla, Alphabet, NVIDIA, Microsoft, and QQQ. Availability is subject to user jurisdiction and applicable eligibility requirements.

To learn more about Bitget Stocks 2.0, please visit here.***

Sportradar Nets Official Wimbledon Tennis Data and AV Betting Rights Deal

Fri, 05 Jun 2026 13:14:00 +0700

ST. GALLEN, Switzerland and LONDON, June 04, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Sportradar Group AG (NASDAQ: SRAD), a leading global sports technology company creating immersive experiences for sports fans and bettors, today announced a multi-year extension of its data and audiovisual (AV) betting rights agreement for The Championships, Wimbledon. The rights were originally secured as part of the company's acquisition of IMG ARENA in 2025.

The multi-year renewal of the agreement beyond 2026 with the All England Club, which stages Wimbledon, continues Sportradar's exclusive global distribution of official data and AV betting rights. The agreement covers both The Championships main draw and the Qualifying Competition.

The extension of the Wimbledon partnership secures Sportradar's leading global tennis offering, including three of the four Grand Slams - Roland-Garros, Wimbledon and the US Open - alongside comprehensive ATP and UTR coverage. In total, Sportradar delivers more than 40,000 tennis matches annually to its global client base.

Sportradar is uniquely positioned to maximize the value of Wimbledon rights through its global distribution network, advanced data capabilities, proprietary technology and its broad product suite. The extension enables deeper integration of official data into innovative betting and fan engagement products, such as expanded micro betting and player markets powered by the company's real-time odds to further enhance in-play engagement.

Moritz Gloeckler, EVP Rights and Strategic Projects Sportradar, said: "The Championships is one of the most iconic properties in global sport. Working exclusively with the All England Club allows us to bring the most accurate, real-time data from Wimbledon into the global betting ecosystem, and to the integrity services we will also provide. By integrating advanced live markets and micro betting capabilities, we're enabling our partners to deliver more immersive engagement throughout every point, game and set."

Paul Davies, Associate Director, Broadcast, Production & Media Rights at the All England Club, added: "We are pleased to extend our relationship with Sportradar and establish our first direct agreement for the distribution of Wimbledon's official data and audiovisual betting rights. Ensuring that accurate, official data from The Championships is delivered globally is important for protecting the integrity of our event while supporting innovation in how fans engage with the sport." ***