RIYADH, Arab Saudi, July 21, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Keputusan seorang ayah untuk mendonorkan sebagian organ hatinya demi menyelamatkan anak laki-lakinya telah menjadi terobosan medis pertama. King Faisal Specialist Hospital and Research Centre (KFSH) telah berhasil melakukan transplantasi hati pertama di dunia dengan menggunakan sistem robotik port tunggal pada seorang anak laki-laki berusia enam tahun yang berulang kali mengalami episode gagal hati akut.

Pencapaian ini membawa bedah robotik minimal invasif melangkah lebih jauh, menembus salah satu bidang tersulit dan paling menuntut ketelitian dalam dunia transplantasi organ anak.

Transplantasi ini terwujud berkat sang ayah yang mendonorkan lobus kiri hatinya. Keputusan itu membawa secercah harapan baru bagi keluarga yang telah lama bergelut dengan kecemasan menghadapi penyakit sang anak. Prosedur berlangsung dengan lancar, ditandai dengan pemulihan awal sang anak yang baik, cangkok hati berfungsi dengan baik, serta tidak ditemukan adanya komplikasi.

Pasien mengidap sindrom Wolcott-Rallison, sebuah kelainan bawaan langka yang menyebabkan diabetes dengan awitan dini serta episode gagal hati akut yang berulang. Kondisi ini berkali-kali menempatkannya dalam risiko yang mengancam nyawa.

Transplantasi ini mengatasi komplikasi paling serius dari penyakit tersebut, membuka jalan bagi sang anak untuk menjalani hidup yang lebih stabil sekaligus meringankan beban medis dan emosional yang selama ini ditanggung dirinya bersama keluarga. Dia akan terus dipantau secara berkelanjutan, baik untuk kelainan genetik yang menjadi akar penyakitnya maupun diabetes yang menyertainya.

Sistem robotik port tunggal memungkinkan dokter bedah memasukkan instrumen bedah presisi dan kamera 3D beresolusi tinggi melalui satu sayatan kecil, berbeda dengan bedah robotik multi-port konvensional yang membutuhkan beberapa titik akses. Melalui satu port inilah tim bedah menjalankan tahap-tahap tersulit dari transplantasi di dalam tubuh mungil sang anak. Area bedah yang sempit ini menuntut penanganan pembuluh darah dan saluran empedu dengan tingkat presisi yang luar biasa tinggi. Pendekatan ini pun membantu mengurangi dampak pembedahan, meredakan nyeri, serta mempersingkat masa pemulihan dan lama rawat inap.

Prof. Dieter Broering, Direktur Eksekutif Organ Transplant Center of Excellence sekaligus pemimpin tim bedah, mengatakan bahwa keberhasilan prosedur semacam ini tidak hanya bergantung pada ketersediaan teknologi, melainkan pada pemilihan pasien yang cermat, perencanaan bedah yang teliti, dan tim yang berpengalaman di setiap tahap transplantasi. Ia menuturkan bahwa nilai sejati dari sebuah inovasi bedah terletak pada pemanfaatan teknologi untuk meringankan beban pasien beserta keluarga mereka, dengan tetap menjunjung standar keselamatan tertinggi.

Tahapan pencapaian ini meneruskan langkah perintis yang dimulai KFSH sejak tahun 2023 melalui transplantasi hati pertama di dunia yang dilakukan sepenuhnya dengan robot. Sejak saat itu, upaya tersebut berkembang menjadi sebuah program terpadu dengan 165 kasus yang telah dilakukan hingga kini, didukung oleh lebih dari 1.700 reseksi hati robotik dari donor hidup. Akumulasi keahlian ini mencerminkan kemampuan KFSH dalam mengubah pencapaian bersejarah menjadi program klinis yang maju. Program semacam inilah yang benar-benar mengubah jalan hidup sebuah keluarga. Tak hanya itu, keberhasilan ini turut memperluas penggunaan robotik dalam bedah transplantasi yang sangat kompleks, sekaligus memperkuat posisi Arab Saudi dalam inovasi medis dan keunggulan layanan kesehatan.

King Faisal Specialist Hospital and Research Centre menempati peringkat pertama di Timur Tengah dan Afrika serta peringkat ke-12 dunia di antara 250 pusat medis akademik terkemuka dunia untuk tahun 2026. Rumah sakit ini juga diakui sebagai merek layanan kesehatan paling bernilai di Kerajaan Arab Saudi dan Timur Tengah untuk tahun 2026 oleh Brand Finance, serta masuk dalam daftar Newsweek sebagai World's Best Hospitals, World's Best Smart Hospitals, dan World's Best Specialized Hospitals untuk tahun 2026.

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VICTORIA, Seychelles, July 21, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Bitget, the world's largest Universal Exchange (UEX), has emerged as one of the leading venues for TradFi trading products, generating nearly $70 billion in TradFi perpetual trading volume in Q2 2026, according to the TokenInsight Q2 2026 Crypto Exchange Report.

The report cements Bitget's growing presence in the rapidly expanding TradFi segment, where crypto exchanges are increasingly connecting digital asset infrastructure with global financial markets.

The report found that TradFi perpetuals became one of the fastest-growing segments across crypto exchanges during Q2, with monthly trading volume increasing from $52 billion in January to $268 billion in June. Equity perpetuals became the main growth driver during the quarter as exchanges expanded into tokenized stocks, IPO products, and other real-world assets. TokenInsight noted that TradFi perpetuals have evolved from an emerging product category into a strategically important area of competition for exchanges.

Bitget's growth in TradFi markets follows a series of product launches under its Universal Exchange strategy, including IPO Prime and Stocks 2.0, which were highlighted by TokenInsight among the industry's notable Q2 developments. The report also found that TradFi perpetuals accounted for 8.61% of Bitget's total derivatives volume, the second-highest penetration rate among major centralized exchanges.

During the quarter, Bitget maintained a top-three position across both commodity and equity perpetual markets, while recording nearly $70 billion in TradFi perpetual trading volume. The exchange also expanded its broader derivatives position, with futures open interest market share increasing from 7.81% in Q1 to 8.58% in Q2, marking one of the strongest gains among major exchanges tracked by TokenInsight.

"The data points to a market that is starting to catch up with the vision behind our Universal Exchange," said Gracy Chen, CEO of Bitget. "UEX is built around the belief that investors don't want separate platforms for crypto and traditional finance, they want frictionless access to opportunities across both. The trading volumes we're seeing today reinforces that this is where the market is heading."

The findings come as the broader exchange industry shifts toward multi-asset trading. While total crypto exchange volume declined modestly to $16.5 trillion in Q2, spot activity recovered from $3.3 trillion to $4.5 trillion as market participants responded to renewed volatility and Bitcoin's repeated tests of the $60,000 support level.

Bitget's Universal Exchange ecosystem brings together crypto, tokenized equities, commodities, and other global assets through a unified trading experience. As TradFi and crypto markets continue to converge, Bitget continues expanding the infrastructure needed to support increasingly diverse trading activity.

Read TokenInsight's Q2 2026 Crypto Exchange Report here.

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VICTORIA, Seychelles, July 21, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Bitget, the world's largest Universal Exchange (UEX), today announced a collaboration with Siebly.io, a provider of professional-grade API SDKs for algorithmic traders and developers, to simplify integration with Bitget's V3 Unified Trading Account and V2 Classic APIs.

The collaboration gives developers access to the Bitget SDK by Siebly, enabling faster, more reliable connectivity across Bitget's spot, futures, copy trading, and real-time market data infrastructure.

Developers and algorithmic traders increasingly rely on stable API tooling to build, test, and deploy trading systems. However, fragmented API environments, inconsistent client libraries, and complex migration paths can slow down development and introduce operational risk. By working with Siebly, Bitget is helping developers reduce integration complexity while supporting both its new Unified Trading Account architecture and existing V2 Classic workflows.

Siebly.io provides ready-made developer tools that help trading teams connect to crypto exchanges without building every API connection from scratch. For developers and algorithmic traders, especially those built with JavaScript and TypeScript, they can connect to Bitget faster, reduce technical errors, and spend more time building trading strategies, bots, and market data tools instead of managing complex API integrations.

"UEX is about delivering a better trading experience for users and developers worldwide independent of the assets they trade," said Gracy Chen, CEO of Bitget. "Collaborating with Siebly makes it easier to build reliable tools across Bitget's unified account architecture, helping traders spend less time on integration and more time building strategies on Bitget."

Siebly's SDKs provide comprehensive coverage across Bitget's ecosystem, including spot trading, futures trading, copy trading, public market data streams, and private account management. For latency-sensitive strategies, the SDK also supports WebSocket API functionality, allowing developers to execute REST-like request-response patterns over a persistent connection and reduce request overhead without the added complexity of managing WebSockets manually.

The SDK also includes built-in support for HMAC, RSA, and Ed25519 authentication, helping developers securely interact with Bitget's infrastructure while maintaining flexibility across different authentication standards. With consistent development patterns across supported exchanges, Siebly's tooling is designed to help developers move between platforms with less friction and shorter implementation cycles.

"Developers building automated trading systems need SDKs that are consistent, secure, and tested in production environments," said Tiago Siebler, Lead Developer at Siebly.io. "By collaborating with Bitget, we are making it easier for developers to integrate with one of the industry's leading trading ecosystems."

Bitget's UEX framework is strengthened with this collaboration by improving the infrastructure layer that connects developers, trading systems, and Bitget's unified account environment. By making API access more efficient across spot, futures, copy trading, and real-time data, Bitget continues to expand the tools available to retail and professional developers building the next generation of crypto trading applications.

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SINGAPURA, July 21, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Zoom Communications, Inc. (NASDAQ: ZM) hari ini mengumumkan pengangkatan Carlos Quaderi sebagai Kepala Asia Pasifik (APAC), yang berlaku efektif mulai 1 Agustus 2026. Pengangkatan ini menegaskan investasi berkelanjutan perusahaan di APAC sebagai kawasan pertumbuhan strategis.

Pengangkatannya dilakukan saat berbagai organisasi di seluruh APAC mulai beralih dari alat produktivitas yang berdiri sendiri menuju sistem berteknologi AI yang mengurangi kompleksitas, menghubungkan alur kerja, dan membantu tim bergerak lebih cepat dari sekadar percakapan hingga pekerjaan selesai.

Dengan melapor langsung kepada Graeme Geddes, Chief Sales and Growth Officer Zoom, Quaderi akan memimpin strategi go-to-market (peluncuran produk) Zoom di seluruh APAC, yang mencakup Australia dan Selandia Baru (ANZ), Asia, India, serta Korea, tidak termasuk Jepang.

Sebelumnya, Quaderi menjabat sebagai Kepala Zoom Asia, dengan tugas menjalankan strategi regional, eksekusi penjualan, serta berbagai inisiatif go-to-market untuk Asia Tenggara, Daerah Administratif Khusus Hong Kong, dan Taiwan. Kini beliau akan mengawasi wilayah APAC yang lebih luas, dengan bekerja sama erat bersama tim regional dan jajaran pimpinan global untuk menjalankan prioritas strategis perusahaan, dengan fokus pada bisnis pengalaman pelanggan (customer experience/CX), segmen usaha kecil dan menengah (UKM), serta pengembangan kanal.

Sebagai profesional senior dengan pengalaman lebih dari 30 tahun di industri, Quaderi sebelumnya pernah menduduki berbagai posisi kepemimpinan senior di Workday, Amazon Web Services, dan Microsoft. Dalam berbagai peran tersebut, beliau memimpin strategi go-to-market serta pertumbuhan segmen enterprise di kawasan Asia Pasifik dan Jepang. Quaderi akan tetap berbasis di Singapura dan terus mengawasi bisnis Zoom di Asia selama masa transisi.

"APAC merupakan kawasan pertumbuhan yang sangat penting, dan investasi berkelanjutan kami mencerminkan besarnya peluang di segmen enterprise dan UKM, bisnis pengalaman pelanggan (CX), serta ekosistem mitra kami," ujar Geddes. "Carlos telah berperan penting dalam membangun momentum pertumbuhan kami, dan memperluas cakupan kepemimpinannya merupakan langkah selanjutnya yang wajar. Pemahamannya yang mendalam tentang kawasan ini, fokus yang kuat pada pelanggan, serta rekam jejaknya akan membantu lebih banyak organisasi mengoptimalkan kemampuan AI Zoom untuk meningkatkan produktivitas, memperkuat hubungan dengan pelanggan, dan mempercepat pertumbuhan bisnis."

"Di seluruh APAC, tim bekerja lebih cepat dari sebelumnya dan membutuhkan teknologi yang mampu mengimbangi kecepatan tersebut tanpa menghilangkan sentuhan manusia maupun momentumnya," ujar Quaderi. "Saya antusias dapat bekerja bersama pelanggan dan mitra kami di kawasan ini untuk membantu mereka membuka peluang baru melalui sistem tindakan berteknologi AI dan ekosistem terbuka Zoom. Dengan menghubungkan percakapan, orang, dan alur kerja, mereka dapat mempercepat proses mengubah ide menjadi dampak nyata serta mencapai hasil bisnis yang bermakna."

Zoom terus meningkatkan investasinya di kawasan APAC dengan memperluas ekosistem mitra dan membuka kantor baru di Singapura. Dengan terintegrasi ke berbagai aplikasi bisnis yang telah digunakan, ekosistem platform terbuka Zoom membantu organisasi meningkatkan kolaborasi, mempererat hubungan antarmanusia, dan menghadirkan pengalaman pelanggan yang lebih baik melalui kemudahan dan keandalan yang menjadi ciri khas Zoom.

Tentang Zoom

Zoom (NASDAQ: ZM) adalah sistem tindakan untuk dunia kerja modern, yang mengubah kolaborasi secara langsung menjadi pekerjaan yang terselesaikan. Mulai dari wirausahawan hingga perusahaan global, pelanggan memilih Zoom untuk berkolaborasi dan berkomunikasi dengan lancar serta mencapai hasil yang diharapkan melalui rapat, telepon, pusat kontak, dan layanan lainnya, yang semuanya didukung oleh bantuan Zoom AI bawaan. Didirikan pada tahun 2011, Zoom berkantor pusat di San Jose, CA. Untuk mengetahui informasi selengkapnya, kunjungi zoom.com.

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VICTORIA, Seychelles, July 21, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Bitget, the world's largest Universal Exchange (UEX), has launched the industry's first TradFi Quanto Perpetual Futures, a new derivative market structure which enables trading of non-USD-denominated stocks using USDT without any currency conversion.

The first contract, MINIMAXHKDUSDT, tracks Hong Kong-listed AI company MiniMax and is live today with up to 20x leverage only on Bitget.

The contract prices the underlying stock in its local currency, HKD for Hong Kong equities or JPY for Japanese equities, but settles margin, funding fees, and realized P&L entirely in USDT. The system treats the local-currency price as numerically equivalent to USDT at 1:1, so the contract's price movement matches the underlying stock exactly, without any fiat involvement.

"Quanto contracts are not new in crypto derivatives, but no major exchange has applied the structure to traditional financial assets until now," said Gracy Chen, CEO at Bitget. "From Pre-IPO access to US stock options, we are building a trading environment where crypto infrastructure serves global financial markets. The Quanto contracts remove the last barrier for global traders: currency conversion. Anyone holding USDT can now trade Hong Kong and other non-USD stocks as easily as they trade Bitcoin. This is convergence in practice which Bitget has been able to crack."

The problem the product solves is straightforward. A user who wants to buy Hong Kong stocks in HKD normally has to convert USDT to HKD first, taking on exchange rate risk on both the position and the conversion itself. Bitget's quanto structure removes that step. A trader opening a long position of 10 MINIMAXHKDUSDT contracts at 30 and closing at 50 earns 200 USDT, calculated as (50 minus 30) times 10, settled directly to the futures account. No forex conversion happens at any point.

The launch lands in a market that is growing fast. TokenInsight's Crypto Exchange Report Q2 2026 found that TradFi perpetuals were the fastest-growing segment across the crypto exchange industry in the quarter. Monthly volume expanded from roughly $52 billion in January to $268 billion in June, a fivefold increase over the first half of the year, with equity perpetuals overtaking commodities as the primary growth driver. Bitget was one of the fastest-growing platforms in the sector. The exchange generated approximately $69 billion in TradFi perpetual volume during Q2, capturing 11.01% market share and ranking second among all exchanges.

The quanto launch follows a year of product firsts that have made TradFi a core part of Bitget's business rather than a side feature. The exchange introduced tokenized stock perpetual contracts offering synthetic exposure to publicly traded companies with USDT settlement and up to 100x leverage, then added CFD trading in late 2025 for access to global equities, commodities, and forex through stablecoin settlement. In April 2026, Bitget launched IPO Prime, the industry's first Pre-IPO trading service, powered by Republic, giving users exposure to private companies such as SpaceX before public listing. In July, Bitget became the only major crypto exchange offering US stock options, with long call and long put strategies on US-listed equities alongside crypto and CFD markets.

The MINIMAXHKD Quanto Perpetual Contracts is now live on Bitget and supports up to 20x leverage, 24/7 trading, and funding rate settlement every 8 hours. To know more visit here.

About Bitget

Bitget is the world's largest Universal Exchange (UEX), serving over 125 million users and offering access to over 2M crypto tokens, 500+ tokenized stocks, ETFs, commodities, FX, and precious metals such as gold. The ecosystem is committed to helping users trade smarter with its AI agent, which co-pilots trade execution. Bitget is driving crypto adoption through strategic partnerships such as MotoGP?. Aligned with its global impact strategy, Bitget has joined hands with UNICEF to support blockchain education for 1.1 million people by 2027. Bitget currently leads in the tokenized TradFi market, providing the industry's lowest fees and highest liquidity across 150 regions worldwide.

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New Video Showcases the Younger Generation's Journey from Campus into the World of TCM

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Beijing Tong Ren Tang (BTRT, 3613.HK) just released a new video showcasing its "Student Ambassador Programme for Chinese Medicine and Health Care."

The initiative bridges BTRT's 350-year heritage with innovation to make Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) relevant for Hong Kong primary and secondary students.

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Innovation: Students explore TCM delivery via 5G technology.

Modern Appeal: Hands-on learning in daily herbal wellness.

Preventive Care: Youth adopting the core principle of "preventive treatment of disease."

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HONG KONG SAR - Media OutReach Newswire - 21 July 2026 - Beijing Tong Ren Tang Chinese Medicine Company Limited ("BTRT") (3613.HK) has released a new video showcasing its Hong Kong "Student Ambassador Programme for Chinese Medicine and Health Care", a youth engagement initiative designed to fuel young people's interest in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) through fresh, hands-on, and inspiring experiences.

Rooted in BTRT's long-standing values and supported by the brand's more than 350 years of history, the programme reflects the company's commitment to promoting Chinese medicine culture while embracing innovation to connect with the next generation. Through immersive learning, 5G technology exploration and community activities, BTRT aims to make TCM more accessible, relevant and inspiring for primary and secondary school students in Hong Kong.

In the video, students share how they learned about the TCM principle of "preventive treatment of disease", discovered how herbs can support daily wellness, and gained first-hand insight into the use of Chinese medicine therapies in sports recovery.

From classroom knowledge to real-world experience One of the programme's key strengths is its ability to shape how students perceive TCM by showing its relevance to daily life, sparking curiosity, and encouraging continued conversations with peers and elders. During the visits to BTRT's Hong Kong production and R&D base, students toured the Tong Ren Tang Museum, production plant, observed the production line, and joined a hands-on workshop to experience traditional pharmaceutical craftsmanship first-hand. Students also visited BTRT's Chinese herbal garden, where they learned about the connection between Chinese medicine, nature and wellness.

Where Heritage meets Innovation and Technology The programme also introduces students to the role of innovation in modern Chinese medicine. During the visit to China Mobile 5G Innovation Centre Hong Kong Open Lab, students explored how 5G, AIoT and AI can support smarter health and wellness scenarios. Back on campus, they learned how connected sensors, communications technology and AI can be applied to Chinese herbal planting, from monitoring growth to collecting, analysing and presenting data.

Turning learning into community impact Student ambassadors also step into the community to serve as health mentors for the elderly, sharing wellness knowledge and supporting simple therapeutic activities such as Ba Duan Jin and acupoint-based care. They transform classroom learning into empathy, service and social responsibility.

Building a long-term platform for youth engagement As BTRT continues to grow in the region, the company sees youth education and cultural engagement as an important part of its long-term vision. The Student Ambassador Programme has now been extended into a long-term initiative, with this year marking its second year of rollout to nurture youngsters' interest in Chinese medicine and health care.

Following the strong response to last year's programme, it returns this year with its signature content, enhanced by the new "Campus Herbal Medicine Baizi Cabinet" initiative and visits to BTRT's herbal garden, where students can learn about the link between Chinese medicine and nature, as well as the wisdom of seasonal wellness and balance. Together, these additions extend the programme's impact, promote broader knowledge-sharing, and support the passing on of Chinese medicine culture across the campus community.

Guided by the vision of "Inheriting Traditional Chinese Medicine, Inspiring a Smarter Future," BTRT remains committed to passing on the wisdom of Chinese medicine in ways that resonate with younger generations, while contributing its unique strengths to global health development.

About Beijing Tong Ren Tang

Tong Ren Tang was founded in 1669 and has a 356-years history. The company has always adhered to its corporate motto of "No compromise on cost and labour despite the complexity of processing herbal medicine. No compromise on quality and standard despite the scarcity of medicine ingredients." This commitment has led Beijing Tong Ren Tang to steady development, lasting through every generation, achieving excellence, and becoming a national treasure while expanding globally.

At the same time, Beijing Tong Ren Tang has taken on the mission of promoting traditional Chinese medicine culture, actively participating in domestic and international traditional Chinese medicine promotion activities, facilitating cultural exchanges around the world, and striving to expand the international influence of traditional Chinese medicine. To date, it has been operating over 160 retail branches in 26 countries and regions overseas, making it one of the most recognized traditional Chinese medicine brands internationally.

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SAN DIEGO, July 21, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Axiom Biosciences, a clinical-stage biotechnology company whose lead regenerative therapy produced positive early results in newborns with severe brain injury, today announced its intention to pursue an initial public offering on the Main Board of The Stock Exchange of Hong Kong (HKEX).

The company believes the proposed listing would position it as the first U.S. biotechnology company to pursue a primary listing in Hong Kong, reflecting a broader shift in where the world's most ambitious science finds the ecosystem to thrive.

For decades, the path for a U.S. biotechnology company ran through private venture rounds and, eventually, a listing on Nasdaq or the New York Stock Exchange. Axiom is charting a different course, a primary listing in a market with deep biotechnology expertise, a strong appetite for clinical-stage innovation, and direct proximity to the Asian partners and capital already advancing Axiom's science. The company intends to pursue a secondary U.S. listing in time, building its public profile from Asia outward.

"Some of the most important science in the world is being built in the United States, but the way it gets funded hasn't kept pace," said Dr. Remo Moomiaie-Qajar, Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Axiom Biosciences. "We intend to be the first U.S. biotech to list in Hong Kong because that is where deep biotechnology capital and many of our own clinical partners increasingly are. This is about building Axiom as a global company from the start and about opening a path that other American innovators can follow."

The announcement follows a period of clinical and corporate progress. Axiom's lead regenerative therapy, developed with South Korea-based Medinno Inc., is being studied in newborns with severe intraventricular hemorrhage and hypoxic-ischemic encephalopathy, conditions with high mortality and few treatment options, and has received two U.S. FDA Rare Pediatric Disease Designations. The company's underlying platform has been supported by eight competitive research grants from U.S. federal agencies and the State of California, and Axiom is planning an expansion of the platform with a clinical trial in adult ischemic stroke, which affects roughly 700,000 Americans each year.

The timing of the proposed offering, the number of shares to be offered, and the price range have not yet been determined. The IPO is currently expected to take place in 2027, subject to regulatory review by the HKEX and the Securities and Futures Commission, prevailing market conditions, and other customary factors.

This announcement is for information purposes only and does not constitute, and shall not be construed as, an offer to sell or the solicitation of an offer to buy any securities, nor shall there be any offer, solicitation, or sale of securities in any jurisdiction in which such an offer, solicitation, or sale would be unlawful. Any offer of securities will be made only by means of, and subject to, a prospectus or other appropriate offering documents prepared in accordance with applicable laws and the HKEX Listing Rules.

This announcement contains forward-looking statements, including statements regarding the proposed IPO, its expected timing, and the company's strategy and clinical development plans. These statements reflect current expectations and are subject to risks and uncertainties - including regulatory review, market conditions, and the outcomes of clinical development - that could cause actual results to differ materially. Axiom undertakes no obligation to update any forward-looking statement except as required by law.

About Axiom Biosciences

Axiom Biosciences (formerly Cytonus Therapeutics) is a clinical-stage biotechnology company developing next-generation regenerative therapies and targeted biologics. Through advanced cellular engineering and translational science, the company is building a pipeline of therapies designed to address some of the most challenging diseases across neurology, inflammation, and regenerative medicine. Founded in 2018 and headquartered in San Diego, California, Axiom is advancing programs from rare pediatric conditions toward larger indications, including adult ischemic stroke. To learn more, please visit www.axiombio.co.

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Company will take no markup on humanitarian and development flows, passing through only the structural costs of each transfer

LONDON, July 21, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- OpenFX, the real-time cross-border money movement platform, announced today that it will offer its cross-border FX and settlement services to humanitarian and development organizations at cost.

On qualifying NGO flows, OpenFX will charge only the structural costs of executing a transfer and will take no markup of its own. NGO flows are the first category in a broader at-cost program the company will expand over time.

Humanitarian and development organizations routinely move money through the most expensive payment corridors in the world. Aid flows are concentrated in fragile-currency markets where liquidity is thin, spreads are wide, and transfers pass through multiple intermediaries before reaching local accounts.

Because these flows are driven by crises rather than schedules, they are difficult to plan and cannot be shopped around, conditions that have historically supported significant carrier markups. A humanitarian transfer into a hard corridor can cost as much as 5 percent today, meaning $1 million lost on a $20 million relief flow before it reaches the intended recipients.

Under the new policy, OpenFX will only charge only the unavoidable costs of moving money, taking no margin on top.

"Aid money gets some of the worst prices in the world for one reason: it cannot shop around," said Prabhakar Reddy, founder and CEO of OpenFX. "A famine does not wait for three quotes, and the industry prices accordingly. We will not. On NGO flows we charge what a transfer costs, shown line by line, and take nothing on top. Every dollar taken along the way is a dollar that never becomes a food shipment or a well. Moving money through hard corridors efficiently is what we built this company to do. Removing our markup was the easiest decision we have made."

The at-cost program applies to flows from registered humanitarian and development nonprofit organizations. Eligible organizations can apply at openfx.com/impact. Verification takes days, not weeks.

OpenFX's platform settles transactions across more than 40 currency pairs, with the majority completing in under an hour, and operates continuously, including weekends and holidays, when traditional settlement systems are closed.

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MANILA, Philippines, July 21, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- What began as a friendly prediction contest on the very first episode of ArenaPlus' All in sa Arena - a social media series that breaks down the biggest stories from international sports leagues featuring expert analysis and interactive challenges with hosts and special guests - ultimately became an opportunity to make a meaningful difference beyond the game.

Following the conclusion of the epic NBA Finals series between the New York Knicks and the San Antonio Spurs, DigiPlus Foundation awarded a total of -1.2 million to two organizations dedicated to empowering Filipino athletes and communities through sports: Philippine Sports Association for the Differently Abled (PHILSPADA) and Fairplay For All Foundation.

The donations marked the culmination of the season-long Home Team vs. Away Team prediction challenge featured on All in sa Arena throughout the 2025-26 NBA regular season and playoffs.

Across 50 episodes, the show's hosts (Home Team) and featured guests (Away Team) competed in a season-long prediction contest, making picks on select NBA games. The team with the most correct predictions earned the right to determine which beneficiary would receive DigiPlus Foundation's larger donation.

Led by hosts Boom Gonzales and Apple David, the Home Team emerged victorious with a 33-23 record, securing a -1,000,000 donation for PHILSPADA. The Away Team finished with a 30-26 mark, resulting in a -200,000 donation for Fairplay For All Foundation.

Representatives from PHILSPADA and Fairplay For All Foundation received ceremonial checks during the milestone 50th episode of All in sa Arena on Sunday, June 14.

"ArenaPlus brings people together through the power of sports, and through DigiPlus' commitment to Entertainment for Good, we are extending that spirit through DigiPlus Foundation's advocacy on Inclusive Empowerment," said Angela Camins-Wieneke, Executive Director of DigiPlus Foundation.

"By supporting Fairplay For All Foundation and the Philippine Sports Association for the Differently Abled, we hope to help create more opportunities for Filipino youth and para-athletes to be seen, included, and empowered-beyond the game."

For Ethan William, Head of ArenaPlus, the initiative demonstrated how sports can inspire not only fans but also meaningful change in the community.

"The NBA Playoffs gave fans plenty of unforgettable moments, but we're even happier knowing that the excitement generated through All in sa Arena has translated into something meaningful beyond basketball," said William.

"Seeing organizations like PHILSPADA and Fairplay For All Foundation benefit from this initiative reminds us that sports can create a positive impact far beyond the final score."

The donation will help Fairplay For All Foundation expand its growing community sports program by providing allowances to aspiring coaches who mentor children in Payatas, Quezon City.

"Since sobrang lumalaki na po 'yung community namin, dumadami na po 'yung mga batang nai-involve. So malaking tulong po ito kasi gagamitin namin siya para pangbigay allowance sa mga gusto maging coach katulad namin," said Ronalyn Lagata, sports manager of Fairplay For All Foundation.

(Translation: Since our community has been growing, more and more children are getting involved. This donation is a huge help because we will use it to provide allowances for aspiring coaches like us.)

"So instead na mangangalakal sila, magiging coach din sila in a way na mag-e-earn din ng allowance. Ito ang gagamitin namin para ma-sustain ang programa at tulungan ang mga coaches at mga bata na makamit ang goal nila."

(Translation: Instead of making a living by scavenging, they can become coaches and earn an allowance as well. This will help us sustain the program and support both the coaches and the children in achieving their goals.)

PHILSPADA, meanwhile, said the donation will strengthen its grassroots development and education initiatives aimed at helping more persons with disabilities discover opportunities in sports.

"It will be a huge help for us. Our main projects right now are grassroots and education. We want to build awareness, especially in the provinces, so that young people and their parents understand that even if their children have disabilities, they still have the opportunity to make it in sports," said Milette Santiago-Bonoan, Director for Para Sports Development.

"We want them to realize that there is hope. Kasi karamihan sa children with disabilities, especially girls, are kept at home and are not even sent to school. We want them to realize that these children have opportunities."

Bonoan also expressed her gratitude to ArenaPlus and DigiPlus Foundation for supporting PHILSPADA's mission.

"Thank you so much to ArenaPlus and DigiPlus Foundation. This donation will help our youth, our disabled youth, and even our para-athletes hopefully achieve their dreams," she said.

About ArenaPlus

ArenaPlus is the #1 PAGCOR licensed online sportsbook in the Philippines, providing a secure and engaging sports betting and streaming experience. Launched in 2023, ArenaPlus features a wide range of local and international sports.

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

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

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

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

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Precision, Crafted with Elegance

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

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

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

Technology Is Not About Showmanship - It Is About Commanding Composure

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

About Telin

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

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

For more information, visit www.telin.net

About BW Digital

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

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

About Nongsa Digital Park

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

About Enigmatig Limited

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

About Zoom

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

About ST Telemedia Global Data Centres

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

About The Metals Company

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

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

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

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

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

About VCI Global Limited

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Hands-on environment

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

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

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

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

Commitment to local

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

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

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

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

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

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