Check the Lazada app for final-day deals, Stack & Save savings, RM19 drops and limited-time offers, and complete your purchase before it all ends at 11:59pm on 11 September.

KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA - Media OutReach Newswire - 10 September 2026 - Lazada's 9.9 Mega Brands Sale ends tomorrow, 11 September, at 11:59pm, marking the final stretch for shoppers to complete their planned purchases before campaign offers end.

If household essentials, long-awaited upgrades or favourite brands are still sitting in your cart, now is the time to open the Lazada app, claim available vouchers and complete your checkout before the sale ends. Throughout the final stretch, Lazada will continue releasing limited-time deals and offers at selected times, giving shoppers more reasons to keep checking the app and catch the next drop while it is available.

Do not stop at "Add to Cart." Complete your purchase while promotional stock and campaign offers remain available. Once the clock hits 11:59pm tomorrow, 9.9 is over.

Catch these final 9.9 offers before time runs out

Stack & Save: Claim and combine eligible vouchers across participating LazMall stores to maximise savings at checkout.

RM19 All Out Surprise Deals*: Look out for limited-time surprise offers during selected timeslots, while promotional stock lasts.

Surprise Box*: Catch daily mystery-box drops throughout the day until 11 September.

Semua Free Shipping* & Lowest Price Guarantee*: Enjoy applicable free shipping vouchers and price protection on eligible purchases.

Last chance for 9.9 savings on Malaysian favourites

The final countdown is also an opportunity to shop homegrown brands through Lazada's partnership with the Ministry of Domestic Trade and Cost of Living (KPDN) under Jom Beli Produk Malaysia (Jom Malaysia).

Participating Malaysian brands are showcasing new collections, exclusive launches and campaign offers through their official LazMall stores, spanning home appliances, fashion, wellness, groceries and automotive essentials. Shoppers can explore Russell Taylors, KHIND, OGAWA, PerySmith, TTRacing, POH KONG, Case Valker, Dr Cardin, Trapo, Hoppi Malaysia, Signature Market and Beacon Mart, giving them one last chance to add Malaysian favourites to their 9.9 checkout.

Your final checkout checklist

*Review your cart: Check that the items you have been planning to buy, including your preferred colours, sizes or models, are still available.

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*Complete your checkout: Finish your purchase by 11:59pm on 11 September 2026, before the 9.9 Mega Brands Sale ends.

Last call: Shop before 9.9 ends tomorrow

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Lazada Group is Southeast Asia's pioneer eCommerce platform. For the last 14 years, Lazada has been accelerating progress in Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines, Singapore, Thailand and Vietnam through commerce and technology. Today, a thriving local ecosystem links about 160 million active users to more than one million actively selling sellers every month, who are transacting safely and securely via trusted payments channels and Lazada Wallet, receiving parcels through a homegrown logistics network that has become the largest in the region.

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Issuer: The Vietnam Exposition Center (VEC)

HANOI, VIETNAM - Media OutReach Newswire - 10 September 2026 - Vietnam Industry and Technology Week 2026 (VITW 2026) officially opened today, bringing together more than 2,000 booths from leading Vietnamese and international companies.

Under the theme "Technology Leads - Industry Transforms - Breakthrough Beyond", VITW 2026 combines exhibitions and technology demonstrations with specialised conferences and business matching, offering an up-to-date view of the trends shaping global industry.

The exhibition runs until 11 September at the Vietnam Exposition Center (VEC) in Dong Anh, Hanoi, and is expected to draw more than 70,000 visits.

Exhibitors include hundreds of leading companies in vehicle electrification, automation, green manufacturing and supply-chain restructuring, from Vietnam and around the world. Over the three days, they will look for buyers and investment partners, extend their networks and gain an early read on the latest trends in the industry.

In 2026, VITW brings together more than 2,000 booths across more than 70,000 m? at VEC, organised into seven exhibition, fair and conference zones: the Vietnam International Industrial Fair 2026 (VIIF 2026); the International Manufacturing Congress 2026 (IMC 2026); the Hanoi Major Industrial Products Fair 2026 (Hanoi MIP Fair 2026); Automation World Vietnam 2026; the Vietnam International Technology Exhibition Series 2026; the 3rd International Clean Energy, Power and Energy Storage Industry Exhibition Series; and the 3rd Vietnam International Hardware, Hand Tools, Fasteners and Electromechanical Equipment Exhibition 2026.

Among these, the Vietnam International Industrial Fair 2026 (VIIF 2026) is one of the flagship events, spanning three exhibition halls. It showcases complete motor vehicles alongside their ecosystem of components, batteries, charging infrastructure, robots, machinery and manufacturing software.

In vehicles and supporting industries, the highlights include VinFast with its electric vehicle range and Hai Au with its Chenglong trucks; Tinh Nhue Hung Yen together with Hatico, Bristar, Navicom and FECO Vietnam, presenting mechanical products, components, seats, displays, dashcams and emission-reduction equipment; and battery and charging-infrastructure players such as Mikano and Wanxianghui.

Next comes the mechanical engineering and automation group, with industrial robotics solutions from CNCTech and Roboworld; high-precision machinery and mechanical equipment from AKC Engineering, T&T Vina, XYD Vietnam and AIT Innovation; industrial software from VINIS; and smart home appliances from VPlus Vietnam.

The gathering of major industry names at VIIF 2026 - from electric vehicles, components and energy to robotics, mechanical engineering and software - reflects the shift in Vietnamese industry towards electrification, automation and stronger domestic supply capacity. VIIF also opens the door for companies to find suppliers, partners and markets in a new phase of growth.

Adjoining VIIF 2026 is the Hanoi Major Industrial Products Fair 2026 (Hanoi MIP Fair 2026), organised by the Hanoi Department of Industry and Trade. Across more than 9,000 m?, the fair presents five strategic sectors: microchips and semiconductors; information technology; electrical, electronics and refrigeration; mechanical engineering and automation; and healthcare, textiles and garments, leather and footwear, and food and beverage. Visitors can see technology applications first-hand and speak with companies at their booths, connecting Hanoi's businesses with manufacturers, buyers and technology partners from around the world.

Speaking at Hanoi MIP Fair 2026, Mr. Tran Duc Hai, Member of the Hanoi Party Committee and Director of the Hanoi Department of Industry and Trade, said: "Organising the Hanoi Major Industrial Products Fair 2026 demonstrates the effort and commitment of the city of Hanoi to actively and effectively implementing the Central Committee's resolutions on industrial development, science and technology, innovation and private-sector development."

Alongside the exhibitions, dmg events ? one of the world's leading exhibition organisers - and VEC are co-hosting the International Manufacturing Congress 2026 (IMC 2026), bringing together 60 speakers: policymakers, business leaders, investors and experts from Vietnam and abroad. Through 17 in-depth sessions, IMC focuses on the issues now shaping companies' competitiveness, including advanced manufacturing, AI and automation, attracting high-value investment, supply-chain restructuring, energy security, green manufacturing and workforce development.

Alongside IMC, the Business Matching programme gives companies a direct channel to buyers, distributors, investors and technology partners - to find outlets for their products, evaluate solutions and build future partnerships.

IMC 2026 also marks the start of a long-term partnership between VEC and dmg events. dmg events' international organising experience, combined with VEC's operating capability and domestic partner network, will continue with the Vietnam International Industrial Fair 2027 (VIIF 2027). Building on VIIF's 35-year history and 32 editions, the two sides aim to expand the exhibition footprint, raise the quality of stands and the visitor experience, and deepen the professional content through the accompanying conferences, forums and investment-matching activities.

Representing the organiser, Ms L? Hoa Li?n, Deputy General Director of Business Development and External Relations at the Vietnam Exposition Center (VEC), said: "Through Vietnam Industry and Technology Week 2026, VEC hopes to help realise the vision of making Hanoi a major innovation hub of the Asia-Pacific region by 2045 - a place where ideas grow into projects and connections create value for the capital and the country. From VITW 2026, VEC will continue to bring international industrial and technology event series to Vietnam, widening the opportunities for Vietnamese companies to partner and reach global markets. We believe that, drawing on our own strength and the support of our international friends, Vietnam will achieve new breakthroughs in the nation's era of rising."

As a partner to VEC and to the Vietnamese market more broadly, Mr Christopher Hudson, President of dmg events, said: "Vietnam is well positioned to benefit from the trends reshaping global industry. Manufacturing contributes about 24.5% of GDP, while manufactured exports reached more than US$421 billion in 2025, close to 89% of total exports - evidence of Vietnam's growing role in global production and supply chains. As manufacturing enters a period of deep transformation in AI, automation, digitalisation, energy and talent, dmg events wants to work with VEC to build a strategic platform that strengthens the competitiveness of Vietnamese manufacturing."

VITW 2026 builds on the success of VITW 2025. In 2025, more than 70,000 visits and VND 600 billion in signed contracts showed that VITW's model of "multiple specialised exhibitions in one space" works, helping to lift the competitiveness and appeal of Vietnamese industry.

Programme details: https://vec.global/events/vitw2026

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About the Vietnam Exposition Center (VEC)

The Vietnam Exposition Center (VEC) in Co Loa, Dong Anh, Hanoi opened on 19 August 2025 with a total area of 900,000 m? and is a large-scale exhibition and convention complex in Vietnam. With the mission "Bringing Vietnam to the world and the world to Vietnam", VEC works with international organisers to develop a system of annual specialised exhibitions in industry, energy, healthcare and education.

About dmg events:

Founded in 1989, dmg events has spent 37 years creating connections that drive growth, innovation and commercial opportunity across markets worldwide. With 13 offices globally, dmg events organises more than 30 events a year in energy and policy. Spanning four continents, the company's flagship events - including ADIPEC and Gastech - bring together policymakers, industry leaders, investors and innovators to address the issues shaping the future of energy systems and global markets.

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Collaboration strengthens lubricant and metalworking fluid additives (LMWF) portfolio to support formulation capabilities, accelerate innovation, and expand access to specialty products across the region

MEXICO CITY, Sept. 10, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Univar Solutions M?xico, a subsidiary of Univar Solutions LLC ("Univar Solutions" or "The Company"), a leading global solutions provider of specialty ingredients and chemicals, today announced a new distribution agreement through its Ingredients + Specialties from Univar Solutions division with LANXESS, a global leader in specialty chemicals.

Through the agreement, the Company will distribute LANXESS's portfolio of additives for lubricant and metalworking fluid applications throughout Mexico, including detergents, corrosion inhibitors, antiwear additives, sulfur-based extreme pressure additives, antioxidants, yellow metal inhibitors, and additive packages.

"Our partnership with LANXESS represents a significant step in strengthening our specialty chemicals portfolio in Mexico," said Jorge Buckup, president of Latin America for Univar Solutions. "By combining LANXESS's distinguished additive technologies with Univar Solutions' robust global distribution network, diverse customer base, and strong local presence, we are well positioned to offer customers high-performance solutions that help enhance efficiency, reliability, and innovation across industrial markets. From positioning products closer to customers to accelerating delivery times, our goal is to help support and elevate the lubricants and metalworking fluids value chain throughout the region."

Ingredients + Specialties from Univar Solutions offers a broad portfolio of chemistries used in metalworking fluids, coolants, industrial lubricants, and greases, including base stocks and performance additives from leading suppliers. These solutions support a wide range of applications, from metalworking operations and industrial machinery to automotive, transportation, and general manufacturing processes where lubrication, cooling, and wear protection are critical. Together, both companies remain focused on technologies that help meet evolving performance, environmental, and regulatory requirements across the industry.

"We are confident that this strategic collaboration with Univar Solutions will enable us to better support our specialty customers and further elevate our level of service in Mexico," said Rafael H. Nicolas, head of sales, lubricant additives business - LATAM for LANXESS. "By combining our high-quality lubricant additives with Univar Solutions' deep market knowledge and strong customer relationships, we aim to help customers meet demanding performance requirements. The partnership will also advance the technical offerings needed to optimize formulations and address specific application needs."

"As customers across Mexico look to improve equipment performance and operational reliability, our expanded collaboration with LANXESS strengthens our ability to deliver the lubricant and metalworking fluid solutions they need," said Matthew Oliver, senior vice president of Performance Materials for Univar Solutions. "This agreement reflects our commitment to bringing advanced technologies, technical expertise, and dependable supply to market."

Customers and suppliers across Mexico will also benefit from Univar Solutions' global Solution Centers, including its regional flagship facility in Mexico City, where technical teams develop tailored formulation solutions that help meet evolving performance expectations and regulatory requirements. The Company offers comprehensive product development resources, formulation expertise, and supply chain capabilities to help customers accelerate innovation and remain competitive in dynamic markets.

Learn how Ingredients + Specialties from Univar Solutions helps support lubricant and metalworking fluid applications across industries.

About Univar Solutions

Univar Solutions is a leading global specialty chemical and ingredient distributor representing a premier portfolio from the world's leading producers. With one of the industry's largest private transportation fleets and technical sales force, unparalleled logistics know-how, deep market and regulatory knowledge, formulation and recipe development, and leading digital tools, the Company is well-positioned to offer tailored solutions and value-added services to a wide range of markets, industries, and applications.

While fulfilling its purpose to help keep communities healthy, fed, clean, and safe, Univar Solutions is committed to helping customers and suppliers innovate and focus on Growing Together. Learn more at univarsolutions.com.

About Ingredients + Specialties from Univar Solutions

Ingredients + Specialties from Univar Solutions brings the best products, people, and results to specialty customers and suppliers seeking to power modern life. By combining science, innovation, and deep expertise with a leading specialty portfolio, we help find the solutions needed to safely improve lives and communities across the globe. Learn more at univarsolutions.com.

About LANXESS

LANXESS is a leading specialty chemicals company with sales of EUR 5.7 billion in 2025. The company currently has about 11,700 employees in 32 countries. The core business of LANXESS is the development, manufacturing, and marketing of chemical intermediates, additives, and consumer protection products. LANXESS has achieved leading positions in the Dow Jones Best-in-Class Index and the MSCI ESG and ISS ESG ratings, among others, for its commitment to sustainability. Learn more at lanxess.com.

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For additional information regarding factors that could affect the Company, please see the Company's most recent annual report and other financial reports, including the information set forth under the caption "Risk Factors." Any forward-looking statements represent the Company's views only as of the date of this communication and should not be relied upon as representing the Company's views as of any subsequent date, and the Company undertakes no obligation, other than as may be required by law, to update any forward-looking statement.

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Advancing low-altitude economy development across the Belt and Road regions

HONG KONG SAR - Media OutReach Newswire - 10 September 2026 - HKT (SEHK: 6823) - PCCW Global, the international telecommunications service provider under HKT, and Harmony Tech Innovation signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) at the 11th Belt and Road Summit to jointly promote the low‑altitude economy across the Belt and Road regions, facilitating Chinese enterprises and innovative technologies as they expand overseas.

PCCW Global plans to leverage its global communications networks and international market resources, together with Harmony Tech Innovation's low-altitude airspace traffic management technology, to explore and promote low‑altitude airspace traffic management solutions and related smart city solutions in Belt and Road markets. The collaboration will also explore applications in areas such as transportation, logistics, and emergency rescue, to support the development of smart cities and the low-altitude economy in local markets.

Frederick Chui, CEO of PCCW Global, said: "The low-altitude economy is a strategically important emerging industry for the nation, and also a key direction for developing new quality productive forces. As countries along the Belt and Road accelerate urban development, demand for low-altitude airspace management and communications technologies continues to grow. PCCW Global is ready to further extend our network capabilities into the low‑altitude economy, providing efficient and reliable communications support for low‑altitude airspace traffic management. In collaboration with Harmony Tech Innovation, we will help bring Chinese innovative technologies to the global market, and support the advancement of smart cities and the digital economy along the Belt and Road."

Jacqueline Kang, Chairman, Harmony Tech Innovation said: "Communications networks and management systems are critical foundations for the low-altitude economy. We are delighted to collaborate with PCCW Global, combining our digital management capabilities with PCCW Global's extensive communications networks to provide robust support for low-altitude operations. Looking ahead, we look forward to continuing our collaboration, driving the practical application of low-altitude technologies, and seizing opportunities in overseas markets."

Harmony Tech Innovation is a global leading provider of low-altitude airspace traffic management and unmanned aerial vehicle ecosystem, focusing on low‑altitude economy and 3D low‑altitude traffic management platform. Its "Low Altitude Airspace Coordination and Service System", launched in Zhuhai in 2024, is interconnected with China's Unmanned Aircraft Integrated Management Platform and offers capabilities including regional remote low‑altitude surveillance, centimetre‑level satellite positioning, providing data support for smart city management and laying the foundation for the development of the low-altitude economy in the Greater Bay Area.

PCCW Global's network infrastructure spans five continents and is backed by extensive international operational experience, enabling it to actively help drive the overseas expansion of China's advanced technologies. PCCW Global delivers customised network solutions for low‑altitude economy scenarios, supporting real‑time data transmission and the management of low‑altitude aircraft.

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PCCW Global is a leading digital infrastructure provider, empowering businesses with agile, scalable and secure connectivity solutions. By combining a best-in-class network with our award-winning on-demand platform Console Connect, we help businesses navigate the network complexities of the digital world with ease.

With extensive reach across international markets, we make it simple to connect and move data between clouds, apps, data centres and devices. At the core of our business is a belief that automated, high-performance network infrastructure has the power to elevate business and society. For more information, visit www.pccwglobal.com.

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Kolaborasi ini memperkuat portofolio aditif untuk pelumas dan fluida pengerjaan logam (LMWF) guna mendukung kemampuan formulasi, mempercepat inovasi, serta memperluas akses terhadap produk khusus di seluruh kawasan ini

Univar Solutions Expands Access to LANXESS High Performance Additives for Lubricant and Metalworking Customers in Mexico

KOTA MEKSIKO, Sept. 10, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Univar Solutions M?xico, anak perusahaan Univar Solutions LLC ("Univar Solutions" atau "Perusahaan"), penyedia solusi global terkemuka untuk bahan baku dan bahan kimia khusus, hari ini mengumumkan perjanjian distribusi baru melalui divisi Ingredients + Specialties from Univar Solutions dengan LANXESS, pemimpin global di bidang bahan kimia khusus.

Berdasarkan perjanjian tersebut, Perusahaan akan mendistribusikan portofolio aditif LANXESS untuk digunakan dalam pelumas dan fluida pengerjaan logam di seluruh Meksiko, termasuk detergen, inhibitor korosi, aditif antiaus, aditif tekanan ekstrem berbasis sulfur, antioksidan, inhibitor logam kuning, dan paket aditif.

"Kemitraan kami dengan LANXESS menandai langkah signifikan dalam memperkuat portofolio bahan kimia khusus kami di Meksiko," ujar Jorge Buckup, presiden Univar Solutions untuk Amerika Latin. "Dengan memadukan teknologi aditif unggulan LANXESS dengan jaringan distribusi global Univar Solutions yang kuat, basis pelanggan yang beragam, serta kehadiran lokal yang solid, kami berada dalam posisi ideal untuk menawarkan solusi berkinerja tinggi kepada pelanggan guna membantu meningkatkan efisiensi, keandalan, dan inovasi di berbagai pasar industri. Mulai dari menghadirkan produk lebih dekat kepada pelanggan hingga mempercepat waktu pengiriman, tujuan kami adalah membantu memperkuat dan meningkatkan rantai nilai pelumas dan fluida pengerjaan logam di seluruh kawasan ini."

Ingredients + Specialties from Univar Solutions menawarkan portofolio luas bahan kimia untuk digunakan dalam fluida pengerjaan logam, cairan pendingin, pelumas industri, dan gemuk, termasuk minyak dasar dan aditif berkinerja tinggi dari pemasok terkemuka. Solusi-solusi ini mendukung berbagai aplikasi, mulai dari proses pengerjaan logam dan pengoperasian mesin industri hingga sektor otomotif, transportasi, serta manufaktur umum, yang sangat membutuhkan pelumasan, pendinginan, dan perlindungan terhadap keausan. Bersama-sama, kedua perusahaan tetap berfokus pada teknologi yang membantu memenuhi persyaratan kinerja, lingkungan, dan regulasi yang terus berkembang di seluruh industri.

"Kami yakin bahwa kolaborasi strategis dengan Univar Solutions ini akan memungkinkan kami memberikan dukungan yang lebih baik kepada pelanggan di segmen khusus sekaligus semakin meningkatkan mutu layanan kami di Meksiko," ujar Rafael H. Nicolas, kepala penjualan bisnis aditif pelumas LANXESS untuk Amerika Latin.

"Dengan memadukan aditif pelumas bermutu tinggi kami dengan pemahaman pasar Univar Solutions yang mendalam serta hubungan pelanggan yang kuat, kami ingin membantu pelanggan memenuhi persyaratan kinerja yang tinggi. Kemitraan ini juga akan memperluas dukungan teknis yang diperlukan untuk mengoptimalkan formulasi dan memenuhi kebutuhan aplikasi tertentu."

"Di tengah upaya pelanggan di seluruh Meksiko untuk meningkatkan kinerja peralatan dan keandalan operasional, perluasan kolaborasi kami dengan LANXESS memperkuat kemampuan kami untuk menghadirkan solusi pelumas dan fluida pengerjaan logam yang mereka butuhkan," ujar Matthew Oliver, wakil presiden senior Performance Materials untuk Univar Solutions. "Perjanjian ini mencerminkan komitmen kami untuk menghadirkan teknologi canggih, keahlian teknis, dan pasokan yang andal ke pasar."

Pelanggan dan pemasok di seluruh Meksiko juga akan memperoleh manfaat dari Solution Centers global milik Univar Solutions, termasuk fasilitas unggulan regionalnya di Kota Meksiko. Di fasilitas tersebut, tim teknis mengembangkan solusi formulasi yang disesuaikan untuk membantu memenuhi ekspektasi kinerja dan persyaratan regulasi yang terus berkembang.

Perusahaan menawarkan sumber daya pengembangan produk yang komprehensif, keahlian formulasi, serta kapabilitas rantai pasok untuk membantu pelanggan mempercepat inovasi dan mempertahankan daya saing di tengah dinamika pasar.

Pelajari cara Ingredients + Specialties from Univar Solutions membantu mendukung aplikasi pelumas dan fluida pengerjaan logam di berbagai industri.

Tentang Univar Solutions

Univar Solutions merupakan distributor global terkemuka untuk bahan baku dan bahan kimia khusus, yang mewakili portofolio premium dari para produsen terkemuka di dunia.

Didukung oleh salah satu armada transportasi milik sendiri dan tim penjualan teknis terbesar di industri, keahlian teknis tentang logistik yang tak tertandingi, pengetahuan mendalam tentang pasar dan regulasi, kemampuan formulasi dan pengembangan resep, serta perangkat digital terdepan, Perusahaan memiliki posisi kuat untuk menawarkan solusi khusus dan layanan bernilai tambah untuk berbagai pasar, industri, dan aplikasi.

Dalam mewujudkan tujuannya untuk membantu menjaga masyarakat tetap sehat, terpenuhi kebutuhan pangannya, bersih, dan aman, Univar Solutions berkomitmen membantu pelanggan dan pemasok berinovasi serta berfokus pada semangat Tumbuh Bersama. Pelajari lebih lanjut di univarsolutions.com.

Tentang Ingredients + Specialties from Univar Solutions

Ingredients + Specialties from Univar Solutions menghadirkan produk, tenaga ahli, dan hasil terbaik bagi pelanggan serta pemasok bahan khusus yang berupaya menunjang kehidupan modern. Dengan memadukan sains, inovasi, dan keahlian mendalam dengan portofolio bahan khusus terkemuka, kami membantu menemukan solusi yang dibutuhkan untuk secara aman meningkatkan kualitas hidup dan masyarakat di seluruh dunia. Pelajari lebih lanjut di univarsolutions.com.

Tentang LANXESS

LANXESS adalah perusahaan bahan kimia khusus terkemuka yang mencatatkan penjualan sebesar EUR 5,7 miliar pada tahun 2025. Saat ini, perusahaan memiliki sekitar 11.700 karyawan di 32 negara. Bisnis inti LANXESS mencakup pengembangan, produksi, dan pemasaran bahan kimia antara, aditif, serta produk perlindungan konsumen. LANXESS telah meraih posisi terdepan, antara lain, dalam Dow Jones Best-in-Class Index serta rating MSCI ESG dan ISS ESG berkat komitmennya terhadap keberlanjutan. Pelajari lebih lanjut di lanxess.com.

Pernyataan dan Informasi Berwawasan ke Depan

Komunikasi ini memuat "pernyataan berwawasan ke depan" berdasarkan hukum yang berlaku tentang aspek keuangan dan operasional yang terkait dengan bisnis Perusahaan. Pernyataan berwawasan ke depan umumnya dapat dikenali dari penggunaan kata-kata seperti "meyakini," "memperkirakan," "mungkin," "akan," "seharusnya," "dapat," "berupaya," "bermaksud," "berencana," "mengestimasi," "mengantisipasi," atau istilah sebanding lainnya. Seluruh pernyataan berwawasan depan yang disampaikan dalam komunikasi ini dibatasi oleh pernyataan kehati-hatian ini.

Pernyataan berwawasan ke depan mengandung berbagai risiko dan ketidakpastian yang diketahui maupun tidak diketahui, yang sebagian besar mungkin berada di luar kendali Perusahaan, yang dapat menyebabkan ekspektasi tidak tercapai atau dapat berdampak secara signifikan dan merugikan terhadap bisnis, kondisi keuangan, hasil operasi, atau arus kas Perusahaan.

Meskipun pernyataan berwawasan ke depan didasarkan pada asumsi yang dianggap wajar oleh manajemen, kami mengingatkan bahwa informasi berwawasan ke depan yang disajikan dalam komunikasi ini bukan merupakan jaminan atas peristiwa atau hasil di masa mendatang, dan bahwa peristiwa atau hasil aktual dapat berbeda secara signifikan dari hal-hal yang dinyatakan secara tersurat maupun tersirat oleh informasi berwawasan ke depan yang dimuat dalam komunikasi ini.

Untuk informasi tambahan mengenai faktor-faktor yang dapat memengaruhi Perusahaan, silakan lihat laporan tahunan terbaru Perusahaan dan laporan keuangan lainnya, termasuk informasi yang tercantum dalam bagian berjudul "Faktor Risiko" (Risk Factors).

Setiap pernyataan berwawasan ke depan hanya mencerminkan pandangan Perusahaan pada tanggal komunikasi ini dan tidak boleh dianggap sebagai menggambarkan pandangan Perusahaan pada tanggal setelahnya dan Perusahaan tidak berkewajiban untuk memperbarui pernyataan berwawasan ke depan apa pun, kecuali sebagaimana diwajibkan oleh hukum.

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*The permit authorizes testing of WeRide's GXR autonomous vehicles in Spain and marks the beginning of mapping in the region of Madrid ahead of their first joint launch in Europe.

*This milestone marks the first national approval for WeRide's autonomous GXR vehicle in the EU, paving the way for future vehicle certification and commercialization across the region.

MADRID, Sept. 10, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- WeRide (NASDAQ: WRD, HKEX: 0800), Uber Technologies, Inc. (NYSE: UBER), and AVOMO, the autonomous vehicle division of the Moove Cars Group, in collaboration with the Regional Government of Madrid, today announced that they have received Spain's first national permit for Level 4 autonomous passenger vehicles to operate on public roads, from Spain's Directorate General of Traffic (DGT) within the ES-AV framework.

This authorization marks a major regulatory milestone toward the launch of Spain's first commercial autonomous vehicle service.

As one of Europe's largest urban mobility markets, Spain serves millions of residents and visitors each year. The Community of Madrid, with its strong commuting demand and mature ride-hailing ecosystem provide an ideal foundation for autonomous mobility services. This launch marks the beginning of WeRide and Uber's joint entry into the Spanish market and represents the fourth of the 15 cities under the WeRide-Uber strategic partnership, with another 11 cities to come by 2030. Under this global partnership, WeRide and Uber plan to deploy tens of thousands of autonomous vehicles on public roads to bring safe and reliable autonomous mobility to riders around the globe.

Commercial operations in Spain are expected to begin by the end of 2026 following the completion of deployment preparations and the achievement of the necessary operational and regulatory milestones. This deployment further demonstrates WeRide's asset-light operating strategy. By combining WeRide's autonomous driving technology, Uber's established mobility platform, and AVOMO's fleet operations expertise, the partnership creates a scalable framework for autonomous ride-hailing deployment.

The permit allows WeRide, Uber, and AVOMO to begin deployment preparation activities such as mapping, route validation, and operational readiness testing, establishing the foundation for future commercial autonomous passenger transport services under the DGT ES-AV framework.

The initial phase will deploy twenty vehicles equipped with WeRide's latest autonomous driving technology, operating under the supervision of an in-car vehicle specialist, and will be deployed across various high-demand areas within the Greater Madrid region. As the first national approval for WeRide's GXR autonomous vehicle in the EU, the permit creates a regulatory benchmark for future vehicle certification and commercialization across the region.

  

"Receiving this permit is a significant achievement for WeRide as it marks our ninth autonomous driving permit worldwide and a testament to our global leadership in commercializing autonomous vehicle services. The Madrid region is a key gateway for our European expansion, and together with partners like Uber and AVOMO, we are one step closer to bringing autonomous mobility to Spain before the end of 2026," said Jennifer Li, CFO and Head of International at WeRide.

"This permit marks an important milestone in bringing autonomous mobility from planning into real-world deployment. The Madrid region is quickly establishing itself as one of Europe's most forward-looking environments for autonomous mobility, and we're excited to be working alongside our partners to help make that vision a reality," said Sarfraz Maredia, Global Head of Autonomous Mobility & Delivery at Uber.

"Every successful autonomous vehicle deployment begins long before the first commercial ride. Our experience managing autonomous fleets in the United States has shown that careful preparation, rigorous operational processes, and safety-first execution are the foundation for scaling these services," said Manuel Puga, CEO of Moove Cars Group.

The service represents the first planned autonomous vehicle deployment by Uber and WeRide in Europe and is underpinned by Spain's supportive regulatory approach to autonomous mobility under the DGT ES-AV framework. It is expected to establish an important foundation for the future deployment of autonomous transportation services across the country and the broader European market.

About WeRide

WeRide is a global leader and pioneer in autonomous driving technology, and the world's first publicly listed AV company. Its business footprint now spans more than 60 cities across 13 countries. Powered by the intelligent, versatile and highly adaptable WeRide One platform, the company provides autonomous driving products and services ranging from Level 2 to Level 4, addressing mobility, logistics and urban services.

About Uber

Uber's mission is to create opportunity through movement. We started in 2010 to solve a simple problem: how do you get access to a ride at the touch of a button? More than 79 billion trips later, we're building products to get people closer to where they want to be. By changing how people, food, and things move through cities, Uber is a platform that opens up the world to new possibilities.

About AVOMO

AVOMO is the autonomous vehicle operations company of the Moove Cars Group, specializing in the operation and maintenance of autonomous vehicle fleets. Today, AVOMO manages autonomous fleets in Austin and Atlanta, operating around 400 AVs with a team of more than 200 specialists.

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SINGAPORE, Sept. 10, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Valeura Energy Inc. (TSX:VLE, OTCQX:VLERF) ("Valeura" or the "Company") announces that it has been recognised as a TSX30 2026 winner by the Toronto Stock Exchange ("TSX"), and was awarded the 2026 EIA(1) Monitoring Award by Thailand's Office of Natural Resources and Environmental Policy and Planning.

(1)   Environmental Impact Assessment

Dr. Sean Guest, President and CEO commented:

"I am very pleased for our team's successes to be formally recognised through these two important awards.

The TSX30 2026 award is evidence of the tremendous value we have delivered for our shareholders over the past three years, as reflected in our share price increasing by 471%.  This is an outcome of our relentless focus on ensuring everyone who is affected by our business stands to benefit from our success.  That pursuit includes maintaining a steadfast commitment to environmental stewardship, which starts with how we measure the impact of our operations on the environment around us.  It is therefore an honour to have our approach to environmental impact assessment acknowledged by receiving the 2026 EIA Monitoring Award from the Minister of Natural Resources and Environment for Thailand. 

We see the forward opportunity set for Valeura as more exciting than ever as we press forward with our proven strategy to add value through growth, while maintaining always, our commitment to responsible operations."

TSX30 2026

The TSX30 2026 ranking recognises the 30 top performing stocks across all sectors of the TSX, based on their dividend-adjusted share price performance over a three-year period.  Valeura's share price has increased by 471% over the measurement period 30 June 2023 through 30 June 2026. 

2026 EIA Monitoring Award

Thailand's Office of Natural Resources and Environmental Policy and Planning recognises top performers in the area of environmental impact assessment monitoring by way of it's biennial EIA Monitoring Award.  Valeura was awarded the tier of "excellent" in respect of four of its fields in the offshore Gulf of Thailand.

About the Company

Valeura Energy Inc. is a Canadian public company engaged in the exploration, development and production of petroleum and natural gas in Thailand and T?rkiye.  The Company is executing a growth-oriented strategy, reinvesting into its producing asset portfolio while deploying capital toward further organic and inorganic growth across Southeast Asia.  Valeura is committed to delivering value-accretive growth for all stakeholders, underpinned by high standards of environmental, social and governance responsibility.

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Issuer: National Innovation Agency (NIA)

BANGKOK, THAILAND - Media OutReach Newswire - 10 September 2026 - In a world where economies are driven by knowledge, technology, and creativity, "innovation" has become a vital factor in boosting national competitiveness worldwide.

One of the internationally recognized benchmarks for evaluating innovation potential is the Global Innovation Index (GII), published by the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) in collaboration with international network partners. The index measures and compares the innovation capacity of countries around the globe across various dimensions, including R&D investment, infrastructure, education, business sophistication, technology, and innovation outputs.

According to the GII 2025 report themed "Innovation at a Crossroads," the global innovation system is reaching a critical turning point. This comes amidst rapid advancements in emerging technologies-such as Artificial Intelligence (AI), clean energy, biotechnology, and digital systems-while nations simultaneously navigate economic challenges, technological competition, and geopolitical shifts.

Thus, the GII serves as more than just a national ranking; it is a crucial tool that reflects the strengths, weaknesses, and potential of each country's innovation ecosystem. Thailand is ranked 41st globally and continues to perform above expectations relative to its economic development level (Innovation Overperformer) within the upper-middle-income group. The nation shows strong innovation potential, particularly in digital infrastructure, innovative business development, and the linkage of knowledge between academia and industry.

This ranking highlights Thailand's progress toward an innovation-driven economy through the promotion of research and development, support for innovative entrepreneurs and startups, and the strengthening of the national innovation ecosystem. Key organizations like the National Innovation Agency (Public Organization) or NIA play a pivotal role in bridging collaboration among universities, the private sector, and government agencies to ensure research and technology are commercially deployed.

One of the key innovation indicators in the GII is "University-Industry R&D Collaboration," which reflects the depth of joint research and development between academic institutions and industrial sectors-a fundamental driver for creating innovation and sustaining long-term national competitiveness.

Dr. Krithpaka Boonfueng, Executive Director of the National Innovation Agency (NIA), explained that the NIA acts as a crucial "Innovation Intermediary" among academia, private enterprises, government sectors, and financial institutions. Its mission is to facilitate the translation of knowledge, research, and technology into tangible commercial and social benefits. Currently, Thailand's main challenge is not a shortage of research, but rather the "gap" between academic research and its industrial application. Many university research projects possess high potential but lack the supporting mechanisms for business prototyping, market testing, or connecting with entrepreneurs and investors. Therefore, the NIA's role is essential in building platforms and support programs that enable efficient collaboration between universities and the business sector.

The NIA supports University?Industry R&D Collaboration across multiple dimensions, including providing innovation grants, incubating and accelerating deep-tech startups, creating collaborative networks between universities and private entities, and promoting Innovation Ecosystems in strategic sectors such as FoodTech, AgTech, HealthTech, ClimateTech, and Deep Tech. These areas heavily rely on combining academic expertise with market capabilities and industrial investment.

Furthermore, the NIA actively promotes "Open Innovation" and "Co-Creation"-core concepts aligned with the direction of GII 2025, which indicates that the global innovation system is entering an era of multi-stakeholder collaboration and co-creation. The NIA creates platforms to match industry demands with university research capabilities, while also supporting activities such as Hackathons, Accelerator Programs, Innovation Bootcamps, and Regulatory Sandboxes to test innovations in real-world environments.

Another key responsibility is developing "Innovation-Based Enterprises" and "Startups" originated from university research (University Spin-offs). Spin-offs serve as a major driver in leading innovative nations like the United States, South Korea, and China to turn university knowledge into global tech enterprises. The NIA offers early-stage support ranging from business model development and capital access to investor networking and market connection locally and internationally.

Trends in GII 2025 demonstrate that countries with strong university-industry collaboration consistently generate continuous innovation and maintain high competitiveness. Hence, the NIA operates not merely as an innovation support agency, but as a "systemic mechanism" that bridges the gap between research and business, connects knowledge with market demand, and drives Thailand toward a long-term, knowledge-based economy.

Ultimately, elevating Thailand's performance in the University-Industry R&D Collaboration indicator requires concerted efforts among universities, the private sector, government entities, and innovation-enabling organizations like the NIA. Together, they build a comprehensive ecosystem covering knowledge creation, research, testing, investment, and market expansion-forming a solid foundation to boost the country's future competitiveness.

Lessons Learned: Startup Success Through University-Industry R&D Collaboration

Mr. Krerkchai Panyabaramee, Managing Director of Tleum Co., Ltd., shared that the commercial application of advanced material technology-derived from R&D by Dr. Supan Yodyingyong from the Institute for Innovative Learning, Mahidol University, who holds a patent for "Synthesis of Silica Aerogel from Sodium Silicate Solution at Atmospheric Pressure"-stands as a clear case study of University-Industry R&D Collaboration. The business originated from translating pilot-scale research on Silica Aerogel within the university into industrial-scale manufacturing in partnership with the private sector.

Currently, Tleum Co., Ltd. has successfully commercialized Silica Aerogel into a diverse range of products, including heat-reflective paints for buildings and industrial applications, heat-resistant cement and materials, oil absorbents for spill remediation, and cosmetic ingredients. This demonstrates the immense potential of Thai Deep Tech in value creation through advanced materials and collaborative research.

This success was not achieved by any single entity, but through the synergy of academia, business, and supporting bodies like the NIA. The NIA stepped in to bridge knowledge gaps, provide resources, and mitigate technology development risks, allowing entrepreneurs to overcome cost, testing, and scaling limitations rapidly. This highlights the NIA's role as an "Innovation Bridge" turning academic research into commercial reality.

Dr. Krithpaka concluded: "The 'University-Industry R&D Collaboration' indicator under Pillar 5: Business Sophistication measures the level of R&D collaboration between universities and industry in each country. It relies on data from the Executive Opinion Survey conducted by the World Economic Forum (WEF), which assesses business leaders' perceptions regarding the quality and effectiveness of joint R&D efforts-specifically how well they meet industry needs, achieve practical application, and generate economic value."

Therefore, this indicator does not merely evaluate the volume of research papers or joint projects; it reflects a country's capacity to transform knowledge into economic impact through cross-sector collaboration-a core hallmark of a mature innovation ecosystem.

The case of Tleum Co., Ltd. serves as a clear illustration of this concept. By licensing pilot-scale research and patents for Silica Aerogel, the private sector scaled the technology into full industrial production, yielding various commercial products globally-ranging from heat-reflective coatings and heat-resistant materials to oil absorbents and cosmetics.

This outcome underscores the importance of the NIA as an Innovation Intermediary that reduces technical and financial risks for businesses. Beyond this case, the NIA continues to drive numerous initiatives-funding, networking, tech startup incubation, and University Spin-offs-ensuring academic innovations translate into market-ready products, services, and new ventures that deliver true economic impact and strengthen Thailand's long-term competitive position.

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Hashtag: #NIA #NationalInnovationAgency

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New report, authored by GSMA Intelligence in partnership with Huawei, released at UNESCO's Digital Learning Week

*Digital literacy ? not coverage ? is the main barrier keeping 3.1 billion people offline.

*AI could potentially widen the digital literacy gap.

*Bridging the usage gap could boost global GDP by $3.5 trillion from 2023 to 2030.

*Citing Huawei's Skills on Wheels initiative, the report urges policymakers, telcos, and tech vendors to treat AI literacy as critical infrastructure.

PARIS, FRANCE - Media OutReach Newswire - 10 September 2026 - More than one in three (38%) people remains offline despite being covered by mobile broadband - and a lack of digital literacy skills is often to blame, according to new research published today.

The new report, "Bridging the Divide: Enhancing Digital Literacy in the AI Era," authored by GSMA Intelligence and produced in collaboration with Huawei, identifies a digital divide impacting 3.1 billion people caused by a shortage of digital skills, user trust and AI literacy.

AI raises both access and risk

Existing industry projections suggest closing the capability gap could add around $3.5 trillion to global GDP by 2030, with more than 90% of those gains flowing to low- and middle-income countries (LMICs). Physical mobile broadband coverage currently reaches 96% of people worldwide.

The report, unveiled at UNESCO's Digital Learning Week, suggests artificial intelligence could act as both a bridge and a barrier for underserved communities. AI-powered voice assistants and applications that work with images, audio and video can all help low-literacy users bypass the need to input text. At the same time, they raise the security and critical-thinking standards required to participate safely. However, the study warns that users must now be able to understand data privacy and identify risks such as fraud and deepfakes.

The research cites World Bank statistics that GenAI literacy represents the highest-value skill category, with wage premiums up to 36%, far exceeding returns for both digital and traditional AI skills.

Without targeted interventions in basic digital training, the authors warn, rapid AI adoption risks entrenching existing inequalities even in areas with full network coverage.

Mobile classrooms build skills in remote areas

Digital inclusion initiatives typically target those most at risk of digital exclusion, including rural and remote communities, children and teachers in rural schools, older people, and women and girls.

The report emphasizes the need for community-based delivery models, citing Huawei's Skills on Wheels initiative as a field-tested example - particularly its solar-powered DigiTruck mobile classrooms, which bring hardware, rural connectivity and hands-on training, including AI literacy, to off-grid regions.

Since 2019, training courses delivered by Skills on Wheels projects have reached more than 130,000 people across 21 countries, with more people benefiting indirectly. DigiTruck trainers encourage trainees to share their new skills, which is shown to occur in practice. A report on DigiTruck by Kenya's Ministry of Information, Communications and Digital Economy shows that 79% of DigiTruck trainees surveyed had passed on their newly acquired digital skills to family members and peers.

Policymakers urged to treat AI literacy as core infrastructure

To bridge the usage gap, the report urges policymakers, telecom operators and technology vendors to work together and focus on four priorities : 

Treating practical AI awareness, online safety and information verification as a baseline national qualification.

Adopting multilingual voice and conversational interfaces across public services to minimise user-side technical hurdles.

Scaling up mobile learning units through cross-sector partnerships that combine operator connectivity, vendor technology and local NGO networks.

Measuring performance by independent task completion and fraud resilience rather than trainee numbers.

"Digital literacy can no longer be defined by static thresholds," said Tim Hatt, head of research and consultancy at GSMA Intelligence. "Connectivity alone is insufficient - capabilities, system design and trust must evolve together. To capture this multi-trillion-dollar opportunity, stakeholders must integrate layered AI literacy directly into daily livelihoods through trusted community channels."

"Mobile classrooms have demonstrated immense value in helping underserved populations break through physical and psychological barriers to technology," said Gavin Allen, Executive Editor-in-Chief at Huawei. "We will continue working alongside local governments and industry partners to drive digital literacy, ensuring that no one is left behind as we transition into the AI economy."

A new DigiTruck program will launch in France this autumn, covering several cities in the ?le-de-France region and targeting low-income and underserved communities with digital skills training.

The full report is available on the GSMA Intelligence research portal:

https://www.gsmaintelligence.com/research/bridging-the-divide-enhancing-digital-literacy-in-the-ai-era

FAQ

Q1: What is the main purpose of this report?

A: The report analyzes the critical importance of enhancing digital skills in the AI era, highlighting digital literacy as a layered and evolving capability. It calls on all stakeholders to collaborate in accelerating global digital inclusion and skill development.

Q2: What does it mean for policymakers to treat "AI literacy as core infrastructure"?

A: It means shifting policy focus from just building physical base stations to funding human capabilities. The report urges governments to integrate baseline AI awareness, online security, and media verification into national qualification frameworks, treating digital skills as an essential public utility alongside electricity and broadband.

The issuer is solely responsible for the content of this announcement.

Hashtags: #Huawei

SINGAPORE - Media OutReach Newswire - 10 September 2026 - Aolani, a Singapore-founded neocloud powering AI growth, today announced a partnership to supply GPU cloud infrastructure to FriendliAI, the San Francisco-headquartered inference cloud for frontier AI to support the rapidly growing demand for inference services.

The global market for AI inferencing is expanding quickly as AI applications become part of everyday business workflows and organisations move from experimentation to deployment at scale. At the forefront of production-scale AI, FriendliAI serves this exact demand to help developers and enterprises deploy open-weight and custom AI models.

FriendliAI was founded by researchers who invented continuous batching, which is now a standard across AI inference serving. The company has built its inference stack end to end, from optimised GPU kernels to global distribution, so that production AI workloads run fast and reliably at scale. FriendliAI consistently ranks as one of the fastest inference providers on OpenRouter, with enterprise clients including LG, Kilo Code, and Liner running their production inference on the platform.

Efficient time-to-value and dependable compute are increasingly important to keep services responsive as usage grows. As access to reliable compute infrastructure becomes a strategic differentiator for companies scaling production workloads, more AI natives are turning to Asia for high-performance compute capacity, attracted by the region's expanding digital infrastructure, strategic connectivity, and growing AI ecosystem.

As one of the leading neoclouds offering purpose-built next-generation AI infrastructure, Aolani helps AI natives scale more efficiently. Aolani's infrastructure capabilities across orchestration, automation and lifecycle management actively supports FriendliAI's services. This partnership equips FriendliAI with the compute to serve the rapid customer demand, both across the globe and increasingly in Asia.

Nicholas Chia, Chief Executive Officer at Aolani said: "We're seeing inference needs grow faster than companies can find compute to support and service their customers. To narrow the supply and demand gap, we actively partner with companies like FriendliAI to deliver compute capacity on time, at scale, and to rigorous standards. We look forward to partnering with the FriendliAI team to grow its services to bring fast and reliable inference to developers worldwide."

Byung-Gon Chun, Founder and CEO of FriendliAI said: "We are seeing exponential growth in demand for our frontier AI inference services. Businesses need the freedom to choose the AI models that best suit their applications and the ability to run them efficiently in production. Our job is to deliver high-performance, reliable inference so developers can focus on building their AI applications. Aolani stood out as a trusted infrastructure partner that can help us scale at the pace our customers need. We look forward to working with Aolani to support our mission."

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About Aolani

Where AI gets built in Asia. Founded in Singapore, Aolani is backed by compliant and purpose-built infrastructure to deliver the performance capabilities for next-generation AI. Aolani's AI factories enable organisations to build with confidence, scale ambitiously, and move at hyper-speed in the world's fastest-growing AI market.

For more information, visit www.aolanicloud.com and follow @AolaniCloud on LinkedIn.

About FriendliAI

FriendliAI is the inference cloud for frontier AI. Headquartered in San Francisco with a team in Seoul, FriendliAI runs open models in production at scale for AI-native startups and enterprises through its Model APIs, Dedicated Endpoints, and Bring Your Own GPU (BYOG) offering. The team built the full inference stack end to end, delivering the speed, reliability and efficiency that agentic AI workloads demand.

For more information, visit friendli.ai.

The issuer is solely responsible for the content of this announcement.

Hashtags: #Aolani #Neocloud #FriendliAI #AIinference #Inferencecloud

KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA - Media OutReach Newswire - 10 September 2026 - EURO Group has been recognized under the Corporate Excellence category at the Asia Pacific Enterprise Awards (APEA) 2026 Regional Edition, highlighting the organization's commitment to building a resilient business foundation through strategic expansion, strong governance, and sustainable growth.

Established in 1976, EURO has grown into one of Malaysia's leading office furniture providers, delivering innovative and functional workspace solutions to customers both locally and internationally. The Group's business evolution continued in 2023 with its expansion into steel product trading and related businesses, a strategic move that strengthened its portfolio diversification and enhanced its long-term business resilience.

Driven by its philosophy of understanding customers' businesses, EURO has built the "EURO" brand around trusted partnerships and a shared vision of creating workspaces that inspire productivity, innovation, and success. This commitment is supported by a governance framework that integrates sustainability considerations into strategic planning, risk management, and operational decision-making.

The Group's focus on ethical business practices is reinforced through corporate governance policies that promote integrity, accountability, and responsible conduct across the organization. Supported by the Risk Management & Environmental, Social and Governance Committee, EURO continues to engage with key stakeholders and address sustainability priorities while identifying opportunities for continued growth.

EURO's strategic approach has translated into strong business performance, with revenue for the financial year ended 30 June 2025 increasing by approximately 45.3% compared to the previous year, driven largely by growth in its steel-related products segment. This achievement reflects the effectiveness of its diversification strategy and commitment to sustainable value creation.

Beyond business expansion, EURO continues to invest in its people through structured training, upskilling opportunities, and leadership development programmes. By strengthening talent capabilities and fostering a culture of continuous learning, the Group remains focused on building a capable workforce that will support its future growth.

The recognition at APEA 2026 underscores EURO Group's dedication to responsible business practices, strategic transformation, and long-term excellence as it continues to strengthen its position in an evolving market landscape.

About Enterprise Asia

Enterprise Asia is a non-governmental organization in pursuit of creating an Asia that is rich in entrepreneurship as an engine toward sustainable and progressive economic and social development within a world of economic equality. Its two pillars of existence are investment in people and responsible entrepreneurship. Enterprise Asia works with governments, NGOs, and other organizations to promote competitiveness and entrepreneurial development, uplifting the economic status of people across Asia and ensuring a legacy of hope, innovation, and courage for future generations. Please visit https://www.enterpriseasia.org/ for more information.

About Asia Pacific Enterprise Awards

Launched in 2007, the Asia Pacific Enterprise Awards is the region's most prestigious award for outstanding entrepreneurship, continuous innovation, and sustainable leadership. The Award provides a platform for companies and governments to recognize entrepreneurial excellence, hence spurring greater innovation, fair business practices, and growth in entrepreneurship. As a regional award, it groups together leading entrepreneurs as a powerful voice for entrepreneurship and serves as a by-invitation-only networking powerhouse. The program has grown to encompass 16 countries/ regions and markets all over Asia. For further information, please visit www.apea.asia.

The issuer is solely responsible for the content of this announcement.

Hashtags: #EUROGroup

KUALA LUMPUR - Media OutReach Newswire - 10 September 2026 - Arvato Systems Malaysia (ASM), a member of the Bertelsmann Group, has been honored with the Corporate Integrity and Governance Excellence award at the Asia Pacific Enterprise Awards (APEA) 2026 Regional Edition, recognizing its commitment to building an ethical, transparent, and resilient organization through strong governance practices and responsible business operations.

Specializing in IT solutions for digital transformation, ASM develops software services that help organizations become more agile, competitive, and prepared for evolving business demands. With approximately 200 employees representing 10 nationalities, the company continues to empower digital leaders through innovation, collaboration, and its vision of "Together, WE build a brighter future for all through our greatest minds".

ASM's governance framework, established in alignment with the Bertelsmann Group, places ethics, compliance, and integrity at the center of its organizational practices. Through structured policies, regular compliance audits, and established management systems covering areas such as quality management and information security, the company ensures that responsible practices are embedded throughout its operations.

Transparency and employee engagement remain key pillars of ASM's governance approach. Regular feedback surveys, open communication channels, and an open-door management culture encourage accountability and continuous improvement, while the sharing of survey outcomes and follow-up actions strengthens trust across the organization. The company also enhances business resilience through its Business Continuity Management Plan and continuous investment in employee development, including training, certifications, and AI-related upskilling initiatives.

Beyond governance, ASM extends its commitment to responsible growth through corporate responsibility programmes that empower underserved communities. Through initiatives such as the TechTrekkers programme, laptop donations, environmental activities, blood donation drives, and community partnerships, the company supports greater access to technology, education, and skills development.

Celebrating 20 years in Malaysia's IT industry in 2025, ASM continues to strengthen its capabilities with initiatives such as the Cybersecurity Hub, enhancing risk detection and supporting clients with advanced security solutions. The company's recognition at the APEA 2026 reflects ASM's dedication to combining integrity, innovation, and sustainable practices in shaping a trusted digital future.

About Enterprise Asia

Enterprise Asia is a non-governmental organization in pursuit of creating an Asia that is rich in entrepreneurship as an engine toward sustainable and progressive economic and social development within a world of economic equality. Its two pillars of existence are investment in people and responsible entrepreneurship.

Enterprise Asia works with governments, NGOs, and other organizations to promote competitiveness and entrepreneurial development, uplifting the economic status of people across Asia and ensuring a legacy of hope, innovation, and courage for future generations. Please visit https://www.enterpriseasia.org/ for more information.

About Asia Pacific Enterprise Awards

Launched in 2007, the Asia Pacific Enterprise Awards is the region's most prestigious award for outstanding entrepreneurship, continuous innovation, and sustainable leadership.

The Award provides a platform for companies and governments to recognize entrepreneurial excellence, hence spurring greater innovation, fair business practices, and growth in entrepreneurship. As a regional award, it groups together leading entrepreneurs as a powerful voice for entrepreneurship and serves as a by-invitation-only networking powerhouse. The program has grown to encompass 16 countries/ regions and markets all over Asia. For further information, please visit www.apea.asia.

The issuer is solely responsible for the content of this announcement.

Hashtags: #ArvatoSystemsMalaysia

NEW SOUTH WALES, Australia, Sept. 10, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Command Alkon, the leading software and solutions provider for the heavy building materials industry, will exhibit at two of the region's leading industry conferences this October: the 2026 IQA National Conference on the Gold Coast, Australia, and the Concrete NZ Conference 2026 in Wellington, New Zealand.

Across both events, Command Alkon will showcase Command Cloud, its unified cloud platform, and demonstrate how AI-powered tools, including its newly previewed agentic AI offering, Command Intelligence, are helping producers run smarter, more connected operations.

Building the Future Today: 2026 IQA National Conference

Command Alkon will join Australia's quarrying sector on the Gold Coast from 6-8 October 2026 at the Gold Coast Convention and Exhibition Centre for the 2026 IQA National Conference.

Attendees can expect more than 50 presentations from sector leaders and international experts, exclusive site visits to Gold Coast operations, and the IQA National Awards celebrating excellence across the sector, alongside more than 100 exhibitors showcasing the latest quarrying innovations.

Delegates will also be able to connect with the Command Alkon team at the conference's signature networking events, including the Welcome Reception, Conference Dinner and Finale Dinner, set against the Gold Coast's coastal backdrop.

At IQA, Command Alkon will spotlight the aggregates side of Command Cloud: Dispatch & Scale Ticketing, for scheduling and ticketing with real-time visibility; TrackIt, for managing and tracking vehicles across the network; and Command Intelligence which lets producers ask operational questions in natural language and have it act - executing defined tasks on demand or on a schedule - all within a single connected platform

Concrete NZ Conference 2026

Command Alkon will then cross the Tasman for the Concrete NZ Conference 2026, taking place 21?23 October 2026 at Tākina, Wellington.

Now in its established two-day technical format, the conference is expected to draw more than 400 attendees from across the building and construction industries, including ready mix concrete producers, contractors, engineers and product manufacturers. The programme features presentations from New Zealand and international speakers, popular lightning talks, and an extensive exhibition area with trade displays and live demonstrations.

The social programme includes the President's Reception and a formal dinner recognising industry excellence through Concrete NZ's awards, alongside the popular Concrete Cricket Bat competition.

At Concrete NZ, Command Alkon will broaden that showcase to the full concrete side of Command Cloud, with a particular focus on three areas:

Batch - extends existing COMMANDbatch systems with secure, browser-based access and centralised control across multiple plants, giving producers real-time visibility into batching efficiency, material usage and plant performance so managers can standardise operations and redeploy labour where it's needed most.

Dispatch - the full quote-to-cash workflow from sales and quoting through scheduling, delivery and billing, with pump scheduling running in tandem to keep pump trucks and mixer trucks coordinated on the same job.

Command Intelligence - the same agentic AI offering on show at IQA, demonstrated here for concrete producers, ask a question in natural language and get an answer, or configure it to act - executing defined tasks on request or on a set schedule.

TrackIt - managing and tracking vehicles across the network, connected to the same Command Cloud platform as Batch and Dispatch.

"IQA and Concrete NZ are two of the most important gatherings for our customers in this region, and we're looking forward to bringing our team to both," said Lori Allen, Vice President of Marketing at Command Alkon. "These events are a chance to show producers what's possible when production, dispatch and fleet operations run on one connected platform, and to preview how Command Intelligence is starting to change the way our customers make decisions on the ground."

Event Details

IQA National Conference 2026

Dates: 6?8 October 2026

Venue: Gold Coast Convention and Exhibition Centre, Gold Coast, Australia

Concrete NZ Conference 2026

Dates: 21?23 October 2026

Venue: Tākina, Wellington, New Zealand

About Command Alkon

Command Alkon is the global leader in software and platform technology for the heavy building materials industry. Through Command Cloud, the company connects raw materials, production, dispatch, logistics, and financials in a single platform purpose-built for ready mix, asphalt, aggregate producers.

With 50 years of industry expertise and a presence in more than 80 countries, Command Alkon powers mission-critical operations for thousands of producers worldwide, delivering real-time visibility, operational precision, and data-driven insights across the entire materials value chain.

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The dual certification provides independent verification against PFAS-related requirements for food contact applications, supporting customers in addressing evolving regulatory and safety requirements.

KUALA LUMPUR, Sept. 09, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- NSF, a global human health organisation, today announced Shell MDS (Malaysia) Sdn Bhd ("Shell MDS") as the first manufacturer in the Asia Pacific region to earn dual certification to NSF 537: PFAS-Free Products and NSF 538: MOAH-Free Certification for Nonfood Compounds and Food Equipment Materials. The certification to both guidelines provides independent verification that the products meet requirements related to PFAS in food contact applications.

NSF 537 and 538 were developed to address critical safety concerns across nonfood compounds and food equipment materials, setting new industry standards for consumer protection. As concerns continue to grow about exposure to per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) and Mineral Oil Aromatic Hydrocarbons (MOAH) contamination in food products, the guidelines establish rigorous requirements for materials used in food processing environments.

"As demonstrated at this year's Asian Lubricant Exhibition, the industry is progressively moving towards cleaner, more environmentally friendly formulations," said Hanjun Kwon, Managing Director, Asia Pacific at NSF. "Shell MDS's dual certification for PFAS and MOAH-free exemplifies this commitment in the Asia Pacific region and beyond, showcasing best practices in food safety and sustainability."

Shell MDS received a formal certificate from NSF at the ALE Show for the following products:

*    Shell GTL Sarawax SX70 and SX105

*    Shell GTL Sarawax MMP Plus 

*    Shell GTL SaraCare 15 and 25

*    Shell GTL Sarasol 75 and 85

Shell MDS certified PFAS- and MOAH-free products provide manufacturers with a verified choice for compliance with emerging regulations across international markets.  Furthermore, the certifications provide independent verification of key environmental and safety attributes, while establishing a simplified route to supplier verification through the NSF White Book.

About NSF

For more than 80 years, NSF has helped businesses and consumers navigate complexity with confidence through science-driven standards, rigorous testing, certification, research and advisory services across food, water and wellness. Guided by its purpose to protect and advance human health, NSF works to strengthen trust in the products, systems and services people rely on every day. From scientific expertise and standards development to testing and certification, NSF helps organisations raise the bar for quality, safety, transparency and compliance around the world.

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WALNUT CREEK, Calif. and SHANGHAI, Sept. 09, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Dark Horse Consulting Group (DHCG) marked the opening of its Shanghai office with a ribbon cutting ceremony celebrating Dark Horse Consulting China.

The event brought together DHCG leadership, "Shanghai Center of Biomedicine Development", "China leading CDMO and CRO companies", and invited guests from across the region's life sciences community. Anthony Davies, Ph.D., Founder and CEO, led the ceremony, joined by John Ng, MBA, General Manager, DHC Asia Pacific, and Kang Liu, Ph.D., Senior Director, Head of China.

The ribbon cutting ceremony is jointly performed by Mr. Zhang Hua, Deputy Director at Shanghai Center of Biomedicine Development, Anthony Davies, Founder and CEO at DHCG and John Ng, GM APAC at DHCG.

DHCG announced the formation of Dark Horse Consulting China in August 2026, together with Kang Liu's appointment to lead it. The practice was established to help biotherapeutic developers leverage China's advanced CDMO and CRO infrastructure, its streamlined regulatory pathways to first-in-human (FIH), and its growing role as a hub for globally relevant clinical data. China's life sciences sector is at an inflection point. Its manufacturing and contract research infrastructure now rivals global standards, its regulatory frameworks continue to mature, and the Investigator Initiated Trial (IIT) pathway offers developers a cost-effective route to FIH data.

Those advantages are driving a fundamental shift in the global biopharma landscape. Lower clinical costs and faster timelines have made China IITs a serious consideration for innovative companies, supported by an ecosystem in which leading CDMOs match their global counterparts, intellectual property enforcement is held to international standards, and co-development agreements with western partners have become routine. Under Decree 818, studies are restricted to Grade A tertiary hospitals, a measure that has strengthened data quality, and western regulators are increasingly recognizing the validity of IIT-generated data.

"Standing in Shanghai with our partners makes concrete something we have believed for years: biotech is a truly global industry, and China is a core consideration for western developers rather than an afterthought. Dark Horse Consulting China is how we make that opportunity navigable for our clients," said Anthony Davies, Ph.D., Founder and CEO of Dark Horse Consulting Group.

Dark Horse Consulting China guides clients through every stage of the IIT process, from assessing strategic fit and building a regulatory strategy that works across frameworks, to CMC planning, CDMO and CRO selection, hospital and principal investigator selection, supply chain management, and strategy for fundraising and asset licensing.

"Today marks the beginning of the work, not the end of it. The opportunity to generate meaningful clinical data in China and to accelerate programs globally is real, and it is here now. DHCG China exists to make that path clear, strategic, and executable," said Kang Liu, Ph.D., Senior Director, Head of China at Dark Horse Consulting Group.

About Dark Horse Consulting Group

Dark Horse Consulting Group is a worldwide consulting organization with offices in North America, Europe, and APAC. Founded in 2014 to accelerate the development and delivery of cell and gene therapies through specialized expertise, the firm's focus has since expanded dramatically, with consulting team expertise now encompassing strategy, operations, Quality, regulatory affairs, manufacturing, modeling, supply chain, commercial launch, and business optimization across the biopharma landscape. DHCG provides white-glove client service grounded in rigorous scientific and technical expertise, from early discovery through commercial launch.

The organization comprises three business units, DHC, BioTechLogic, and Converge Consulting, with Bruder Consulting & Venture Group forming a specialized Regenerative Medicine department within DHC. DHCG is currently expanding into the APAC region in 2026 through the acquisition of CJP Tokyo and the formation of Dark Horse Consulting China.

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LONDON, Sept. 09, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- SASE OpsLab Ltd, the software-driven SASE automation and orchestration platform company, today announced the appointment of Franck Burtin as Chief Revenue Officer (CRO). With over 30 years in IT and cybersecurity, Mr. Burtin joins the London-based venture to scale its global commercial footprint, accelerate adoption of its "OpsKit" catalog, and lead sales strategy across key international markets.

The hiring comes amid strong momentum for SASE OpsLab Ltd, as organizations navigating migrations from on-premise infrastructure to cloud-native Secure Access Service Edge (SASE) models face growing operational complexity. SASE OpsLab addresses this by replacing risky manual configurations with production-grade automation kits.

Mr. Burtin most recently served as Director General (CEO) at SNS Security, where he structured enterprise service offerings, built ecosystem partnerships, and scaled commercial operations. He previously held leadership roles at global distributor Exclusive Networks.

"Deploying and managing a SASE architecture is an immense operational hurdle for enterprises due to multi-vendor environments and fragmented legacy configurations," said Franck Burtin. "SASE OpsLab transforms these obstacles into automated, turnkey solutions. I look forward to expanding our commercial ecosystem to help more partners and enterprises unlock frictionless SASE rollouts."

Under Mr. Burtin's leadership, SASE OpsLab will continue expanding its vendor-agnostic automation framework, which integrates with leading security and networking solutions-including Netskope, Zscaler, Fortinet, Cato Networks, and Cisco. His immediate focus includes expanding the enterprise pipeline and driving regional sales recruitment across EMEA.

"Franck's technical understanding of cyber infrastructure and proven track record scaling high-growth security companies make him the perfect fit," said Nabil Lawrence Souli, CEO of SASE OpsLab Ltd. "His leadership will be instrumental in positioning SASE OpsLab as the standard framework for global SASE orchestration."

About SASE OpsLab Ltd

SASE OpsLab Ltd is an automation marketplace for prepackaged deployment and migration use cases, built to simplify and scale SASE operations. Headquartered in London, the company provides ready-to-use "Ops Kits" enabling customers, resellers, and vendors to accelerate rollouts, streamline migrations, and reduce operational risk. Learn more at sase-opslab.com.

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Client-submitted information gathered through Client Requests flows directly into the Excel workpaper through Caseware Verity for Excel

D?SSELDORF, Sept. 09, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Caseware, the leading AI platform for assurance and financial reporting, today unveiled Caseware Verity for Excel at CwX Germany 2026, bringing engagement-aware AI directly into the Excel workpapers auditors use every day.

In testing to date, Verity for Excel has saved on average nine hours per engagement and 75% per task. Connecting directly with Caseware Verity for Excel, the company also revealed an AI-first evolution of its Client Requests approach, bringing the same engagement intelligence into the audit preparation workflow.

Together, the two launches mark the broadest expansion yet of Caseware Verity, the AI intelligence and orchestration layer Caseware introduced in May 2026 - and, for the first time, connect the same engagement end-to-end - a shift described in detail below.

David Marquis, chief executive officer at Caseware said, "While other providers bolt AI onto the outside of an audit, at Caseware we have always chosen to innovate inside the system of record that assurance professionals choose every day. We built Caseware Verity for Excel and our new, AI-first Client Requests capability directly into the tools and moments our customers already rely on, with the context, methodology and professional oversight that assurance demands built in from the start.

That's what putting the customer first actually looks like - enabling our customers to spend more time creating value for clients without sacrificing confidence in the audit. As these two capabilities are connected, the benefit compounds: the same information a client sends in response to a request can move straight into the workpaper."

From Chat to Workflow: The Caseware Verity Story So Far

Caseware Verity launched in May 2026 as a governed, frontier AI intelligence and orchestration layer built directly into the assurance and financial reporting workflow. It is the foundation for a suite of workflow-native AI agents designed to automate and accelerate work across the full engagement lifecycle.

That foundation is what makes today's expansion possible. These launches push intelligence into the specific tools and moments where audit teams already spend their time - and, critically, link those moments together so information gathered at the start of an engagement carries all the way through to the workpaper.

Caseware Verity for Excel: Intelligence Inside the Workpaper

Caseware Verity for Excel extends engagement intelligence directly into the workpaper. Rather than reading a workbook in isolation, Verity for Excel reasons across the connected Caseware engagement, bringing together client-submitted information, audit procedures, trial balance data, materiality, samples and supporting documents. Live connections between the engagement and Excel help keep information current, while Verity can use that wider context to orchestrate multi-step agentic workflows directly inside Excel. This spans workpaper generation and audit test automation across tests of controls, substantive analytics and tests of details, through to reporting.

Practitioners remain in control throughout the process. Suggestions can be reviewed and approved before changes are applied, helping teams spend less time searching for and transferring information and more time applying professional judgment.

Caseware Verity for Excel is now generally available. The capability is included automatically for any firm with existing access to Caseware Verity, requiring no additional licensing.

Reimagining Client Requests

Caseware is also introducing a Client Requests capability that enables auditors to collaborate more closely and effectively with clients throughout the engagement workflow.

At its core, this is an agentic-first experience - a contextual intelligence layer embedded within the end-to-end assurance workflow that is smarter, more powerful, and governed AI designed for the unique needs of the assurance profession. The result is a wholly reimagined client experience: clients gain a clear view of what's being requested of them, while auditors gain confidence in the completeness and accuracy of what's returned - the first step in a workflow that carries through to the workpaper itself.

At the center of the new experience is the Caseware Verity Response Validation Agent, an agentic layer that lets auditors validate client submissions while staying firmly in control throughout - the agent's findings inform the review, but the decision to accept a submission always rests with the auditor. This marks the first step toward fully automating the journey from client request through to a populated workpaper.

Caseware is introducing Client Requests through a limited early-access program with a global group of reference customers, ahead of a broader rollout to all customers.

One Connected Agentic Workflow: From Client Request to Workpaper

Individually, Caseware Verity for Excel and the Client Requests each remove hours of manual work from an engagement. Together, they do something the profession has not had before: connect the request-and-response cycle directly to the audit file itself, generating workpapers with full engagement context, rather than leaving audit teams to bridge the two by hand.

When a client submits a document or data file against a request, the Verity Response Validation Agent checks it for completeness, accuracy and usability before it is accepted into the engagement. Once accepted, that same validated information becomes part of the connected engagement data that Verity for Excel already reasons across - meaning trial balance figures, supporting schedules and other client-provided data can be pulled directly into the relevant workpaper, without anyone re-keying or re-uploading what the client has already sent.

That is the shift this expansion is built around: not two isolated agentic modules, but one continuous agentic workflow, running from the moment a request goes out to a client to the moment the corresponding workpaper is populated and ready for review.

Extending AI Across the Engagement

Caseware is developing tailored Verity agents to support work across different phases of the engagement, from planning and risk assessment to evidence gathering and disclosure review. These agents are designed to execute time-intensive tasks directly within the workflow while helping teams improve consistency and focus more professional time on judgment.

Marquis remarked, "Every conversation we have with customers points to the same opportunity: extending that same connected intelligence across every phase of the Prepare, Plan, Evaluate and Report end-to-end assurance workflow, until the whole engagement runs this way, not just one corner of it."

Built on a Sustained Investment in AI

Today's launches are the latest proof point of a multi-year commitment: more than $100 million invested in AI and platform development, shaped through deep collaboration with leading accounting firms. That investment built the Verity ecosystem now powering both announcements and it is the foundation everything still to come will stand on.

About Caseware

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

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Global Innovation Challenge Invites Youth to Reimagine Education, Financial Well-Being, Health, and Economic Opportunity Through Entrepreneurial Thinking

New York, NY, Sept. 09, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Network for Teaching Entrepreneurship (NFTE) today announced the launch of the 2026-2027 World Series of Innovation (WSI), the free online global innovation challenge and learning experience that empowers young people ages 5-24 to develop creative solutions to real-world problems aligned with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).  

Launching at a pivotal moment in NFTE's history, this year's competition reflects the organization's expanded vision following its merger with BUILD and the growing strength of its family of brands. NFTE and BUILD are helping lead a new era of entrepreneurship and career-connected learning, equipping young people with the mindset, skills, and experiences needed to thrive in a rapidly changing world. Through WSI, participants apply entrepreneurial thinking, creativity, and problem-solving skills to address pressing challenges in their communities and beyond. Competitors may participate individually or as part of a team, with submissions due by Dec. 13, 2026, at innovation.nfte.com. 

"Young people are inheriting a world defined by rapid technological change, complex global challenges, and unprecedented opportunities," said Dr. J.D. LaRock, president & CEO of NFTE. "The World Series of Innovation gives them the opportunity to see themselves as real problem-solvers. As NFTE and BUILD come together around a shared vision for the future of education, we are doubling down on our commitment to helping young people develop the entrepreneurial mindset needed to shape the future." 

Participants will compete for cash prizes ranging from $300 to $1,500, with remaining teams earning global recognition for their innovative ideas. Competition winners will be announced in spring 2027. 

This Year's Challenges 

WSI Imagination League (Ages 5-12) 

Aflatoun Kidpreneurs Challenge (SDG 8: Decent Work and Economic Growth)

MetLife Foundation Good Health & Well-Being Challenge (SDG 3: Good Health and Well-Being)  

WSI Impact League (Ages 13-24) 

EverBank Smart Hustle Challenge (SDG 4: Quality Education) 

MetLife Foundation Good Health & Well-Being Challenge (SDG 3: Good Health and Well-Being) 

Fifth Third Bank Skills for Success Challenge (SDG 4: Quality Education) 

Intuit Food Truck Innovation Challenge (SDG 8: Decent Work and Economic Growth) 

EY Responsible AI Challenge (SDG 16: Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions) 

Building the Next Generation of Changemakers 

Each year, the World Series of Innovation engages thousands of young people around the globe through innovation challenges designed in partnership with leading companies and foundations. The program also provides educators, parents, and youth-serving organizations with free challenge-based learning resources that guide participants through the innovation process, helping them identify problems, generate ideas, and develop stronger submissions.  

By tackling real-world problems aligned with the SDGs, participants strengthen essential entrepreneurial and workplace readiness skills including creativity, critical thinking, communication, collaboration, and adaptability.  

The competition is open to youth worldwide, and submissions are accepted in English, Spanish, Arabic, Simplified Chinese, and Hindi. Key resources, challenge information, and supporting materials are also available in these languages to help participants navigate the competition and develop their submissions. 

About NFTE 

Network for Teaching Entrepreneurship (NFTE) brings the power of entrepreneurship education to learners, educators, and decision-makers so all young people can own their futures. A global nonprofit founded by Steve Mariotti in 1987, NFTE leads the movement for equitable access to entrepreneurship education, having reached nearly 2 million learners worldwide through school, community, out-of-school, and digital programming. Learn more at nfte.com. 

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The investment, led by Blockchain Capital, doubles the company's valuation from its Series C raise in February

SAN FRANCISCO, Sept. 09, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- TRM Labs, the AI investigations company helping to fight modern crime, today announced a strategic Series C expansion valuing the company at USD 2 billion. The round, led by Blockchain Capital, comes as TRM's ARR has quadrupled in the past three years, and doubles the company's valuation from its Series C raise in February 2026.

"In February, we led TRM's Series C. Since then, we've had a front row seat to a significant period of growth. This latest investment reflects that growth, and our firm conviction that TRM is the AI investigations platform of the future," said Spencer Bogart, general partner at Blockchain Capital. "TRM is helping to disrupt almost every facet of digital crime and, more critically, is now defining the category of AI investigations - a horizontal AI use case soon to be as widely known and used as coding and customer service."

The investment comes at a critical time as the world adjusts to artificial intelligence, including its potential for both good and harm. To protect against those harms, model companies invest billions in guardrails and security protocols, and governments are assessing the role of policy in determining which forms of AI are safe.

In the hands of criminals, however, AI is powerful enough to break through these protections. In 2024, the FBI's Internet Crime Complaint Center (IC3) reported USD 16 billion in losses to digital crime. In 2025, the number jumped to USD 21 billion, and in 2026, AI adoption by criminals has surged 40 percent year over year, per TRM's AI-in-Crime Adoption Index. Today, criminals are using AI to bring harm to our society at unprecedented speed and scale.

A new layer of protection is needed ? one that focuses on identifying and disrupting the operations of the criminals themselves.

TRM is building this layer. Its AI-native investigations capabilities help investigators make sense of fragmented information across more than a hundred threat categories in order to create a complete picture of criminal activity. It enables human investigators to turn intelligence into disruption ? alerting potential targets, freezing illicit funds, and blocking criminal networks.

"Today's crimefighters are tasked with finding a needle in a haystack. Only, the haystack is enormous, with petabytes of data that today live in disparate systems," said Esteban Casta?o, CEO and co-founder of TRM Labs. "At TRM, we're building the tools investigators need to operate at AI-scale and fight back against the world's most complex criminal networks, without compromising on evidentiary standards. If you're mission-driven, and are looking to build the future of crimefighting, join us."

Today, more than 600 government agencies and private sector institutions across 75 countries rely on TRM's platform to disrupt criminal networks and counter national security threats, including digital fraud, scams, cybercrime, child exploitation, money laundering, and sanctions evasion.

TRM is actively hiring talented AI researchers, data scientists, engineers, and domain experts to support its mission to build a safer world for all.

About TRM Labs

TRM Labs is the operating system for modern crimefighters, built to detect and disrupt the criminal networks that exploit frontier technologies, including cryptocurrency and AI. Combining proprietary intelligence, AI-native investigations software, and disruption network infrastructure, the platform is built for high-consequence environments where accuracy, auditability, and security are essential. TRM is trusted by 600+ government agencies and financial institutions across 75 countries to counter fraud, scams, cyber crime, child exploitation, money laundering, and sanctions evasion, among other illicit activities.

To learn more, visit www.trmlabs.com.

For media inquiries, please contact press@trmlabs.com

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Veteran biotech executive to lead company growth as it advances multiple dual-payload ADCs through clinical development for people living with cancer

Piers Ingram, PhD, Co-Founder, transitions to Senior Advisor and continues to serve on the Board of Directors; Jerome Boyd-Kirkup, PhD, founding Chief Scientific Officer, transitions to Senior Scientific Advisor

SAN DIEGO and SEATTLE and SINGAPORE, Sept. 09, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Callio Therapeutics ("Callio" or "the Company"), a clinical-stage biotechnology company advancing dual-payload antibody-drug conjugates (ADCs) as the next frontier of rationally designed targeted cancer therapy, today announced the appointment of Zachary ("Zach") Hornby as Chief Executive Officer.

Hornby brings significant experience leading innovative biotechnology companies through clinical development, private and public financings, and strategic partnerships.

Hornby has served in executive and director roles across multiple public and private biotechnology companies. He was most recently CEO, President, and a Director at Boundless Bio (Nasdaq: BOLD), a precision oncology company that raised $350 million in private and public capital and advanced three internally discovered molecules into clinical development. Previously, Hornby held Chief Financial Officer and Chief Operating Officer roles at Ignyta, where he helped lead the company's IPO, oversaw its development portfolio, was the team leader for cancer drug Rozlytrek, and led the business development process behind its $2 billion acquisition by Roche. He currently serves as a Director at Radionetics Oncology and Telperian, Inc. Hornby holds BS and MS degrees in biology from Stanford University and an MBA from Harvard Business School.

"Resistance is the defining challenge facing ADCs today, and Callio's leading approach in the emerging dual-payload space tackles resistance head-on with rational combination payloads delivered in a tumor-specific manner," said Hornby. "With CLIO-8221 in the clinic and additional programs advancing toward the clinic in the near future, I look forward to building on the strong scientific foundation to deliver meaningful impact for patients and shareholders."

As part of the leadership transition, Piers Ingram, PhD, Callio's founding CEO, will transition to a Senior Advisor role and continue to serve on Callio's Board of Directors, ensuring continuity of the company's foundational scientific and strategic leadership. Jerome Boyd-Kirkup, PhD, Callio's founding Chief Scientific Officer, will transition to a Senior Scientific Advisor role. The leadership transition reflects Callio's corporate evolution as it advances its pipeline, including its lead clinical program, CLIO-8221, and expands the global impact of its leading dual-payload ADC platform. Ingram will continue to lead Hummingbird Bioscience ("Hummingbird"), from which Callio exclusively licensed its multi-payload ADC platform in oncology and associated intellectual property and pipeline assets in 2025, as its CEO, and Boyd-Kirkup will continue to serve Hummingbird as its CSO.

"Callio has entered an exciting stage as we advance CLIO-8221 through a Phase 1 clinical trial and broaden the reach of our dual-payload ADC platform across a growing pipeline," said Ingram. "Zach's track record of leading clinical-stage companies through drug development, global registrations, and capital raising makes him the right person to guide Callio forward in this next chapter and beyond. Through a collaborative development agreement, Hummingbird will continue to provide research and development support to Callio via Hummingbird's expertise and AI-first approach to ADC discovery. I will continue to partner with the Callio team to advance dual-payload ADCs and deliver the next generation of ADC medicines for patients."

About Callio Therapeutics

Callio Therapeutics is a clinical-stage biotechnology company that is developing dual-payload antibody-drug conjugates (ADCs) as the next frontier of targeted cancer therapy to address high incidence tumors where better therapies are needed. Its proprietary platform pairs modular, adaptable linker technology with rationally selected synergistic payload combinations designed to block key resistance mechanisms that enable cancer's escape. The Company's lead clinical program, CLIO-8221, is a HER2-targeted dual-payload ADC with potential to prevent and overcome treatment resistance that limits efficacy of current ADCs. Located in San Diego, Seattle, and Singapore, backed by top life science investors, and led by an experienced team with a track record of ADC development and oncology drug approvals, Callio Therapeutics is built to deliver the next generation of dual-payload ADCs and better outcomes for people living with cancer. For more information, visit www.calliotx.com and follow Callio Therapeutics on LinkedIn.

About CLIO-8221

HER2 is a clinically validated target for antibody-drug conjugates (ADCs), with multiple approved therapies demonstrating clinical benefit across tumor types. However, most patients eventually progress on treatment despite their tumors retaining HER2 expression. Mechanistic resistance to cytotoxic payloads has emerged as a key driver of treatment failure. CLIO-8221 is a novel, first-in-class, dual-payload ADC targeting HER2, designed to overcome emergent resistance.

CLIO-8221 delivers two mechanistically complementary payloads, a topoisomerase 1 (Topo1) inhibitor and an ATR inhibitor, directly to HER2-expressing tumors. While Topo1 inhibitors have shown strong clinical activity, activation of the DNA damage response following Topo1 inhibitor-induced replication stress represents a potential major driver of resistance. By simultaneously inhibiting Topo1 and blocking the DNA damage response through ATR inhibition, CLIO-8221 is engineered to overcome payload insensitivity and further sensitize tumors to Topo1 inhibition. Developed using proprietary linker and ADC platform technologies, CLIO-8221 aims to maximize anti-tumor activity while reducing systemic toxicity, offering the potential for deeper and more durable responses in patients with HER2-expressing tumors.

CLIO-8221 is currently being evaluated in an ongoing Phase 1/2, first-in-human, dose-escalation and expansion study in adult patients with metastatic or unresectable HER2-expressing solid tumors, including those who previously received trastuzumab deruxtecan (T-DXd). The first patient was dosed in March 2026, and enrollment is ongoing in Australia and the US, with plans to open the study in China (NCT07300943).

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