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GCash enables users to get instant digital tax refunds across 16 countries
MANILA, Philippines, Aug. 20, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Filipino travelers shopping abroad can now receive eligible tax refunds in minutes through their GCash wallets. Powered by Alipay+ and its global tax refund partner Global Blue, the new Digital Tax Refund feature enables outbound Filipino travelers to receive tax refunds instantly and directly in Philippine Peso (PHP) through the GCash app. The...
ISoOR 2026 Organoid Clinical Transformation Summit convened in Hangzhou
HANGZHOU, China, Aug. 20, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- On August 18, the International Society of Organoid Research (ISoOR) held its 2026 Organoid Clinical Transformation Summit in Hangzhou. Under the theme "From Biological Models to Credible Evidence — Standardization and Clinical Practice of Organoids," the event brought together leaders from academia, clinical medicine, industry and investment to advance standardization and high-quality development...
Department of International Trade Promotion Organizes ELMA 2026 Award Presentation Ceremony Honoring Thai Logistics Businesses and Showcasing Excellence in Logistics Management
BANGKOK, Aug. 20, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The Department of International Trade Promotion (DITP), Ministry of Commerce, through the Office of Service Trade Promotion, presented the Excellent Logistics Management Award 2026 (ELMA 2026) to Meechoke Transport Company Limited, the award recipient in the Transportation Services category. The award recognizes the capabilities of Thai logistics businesses in systematic management, continuous service...
Cicada Resort Bali Ubud, Autograph Collection Unveils a New Spiritual Wellness Sanctuary Rooted in Balinese
BALI, Indonesia, Aug. 20, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- In the heart of Bali, Cicada Resort Bali Ubud, Autograph Collection, is a heartfelt boutique sanctuary for pathfinders who seeking more than an escape. Inspired by the cicada's symbolic cycle of life, the resort offers a transformative passage through mythology, spirituality, culture, craftsmanship, and nature—from arrival to renewal. It is a place to listen inwardly, honor life's sacred rhythm,...
SANY Ships Its First Autonomous Mining Trucks to South America
CHANGSHA, China, Aug. 20, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- SANY Group on August 12 shipped its first batch of SKT110Ei pure-electric autonomous mining trucks to South America, the company's first autonomous mining truck project in the region. The project includes an autonomous truck fleet, an intelligent dispatching system and lifecycle operations and maintenance services. It is also SANY's first deployment of its autonomous mining solution in Latin...
Blueprint Finance Announces Strategic Funding Round to Scale Concrete's Institutional DeFi Infrastructure
NEW YORK, Aug. 20, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Blueprint Finance, the core developer of Concrete, today announced the completion of a strategic funding round led by Polychain Capital, with participation from Bullish, Keyrock, BitGo, FalconX, G-20, Flowdesk, JPEG Trading, Sentient Capital, Andes, and 2Square.
JA Powers Fisher & Paykel Healthcare's Green Transition with New Zealand's Largest Rooftop PV System
BEIJING, Aug. 20, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Recently, JA powered Fisher Paykel Healthcare's step toward a more ecosystem-friendly future by supplying New Zealand's largest rooftop photovoltaic (PV) power station in Auckland. The 5.3 MWp system, featuring JA's high-efficiency modules from their deep blue series, is helping transform healthcare manufacturing toward greener, lower-carbon practices. To...
A New Chapter of Intimate Luxury in Ubud: The Kayon Resort Introduces Premier Pool Villa & Royal Jacuzzi Pool Villa
UBUD, Indonesia, Aug. 20, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Nestled within the lush tropical forest of Ubud, The Kayon Resort proudly introduces two new accommodation categories, 4 units of Premier Pool Villa and 2 units of Royal Jacuzzi Pool Villa, expanding its collection of private retreats designed for couples and discerning travelers seeking privacy, romance, and a deeper connection with nature. The...
ShardLab and Indonesia's EKRAF Expand Blockchain Talent Partnership as Protocol Camp Cohort 9 Closes in Bali
SEOUL, South Korea and BALI, Indonesia, Aug. 20, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- ShardLab, the blockchain innovation arm of Hashed, will close Protocol Camp Cohort 9 with a Final Demo at Melasti Beach in Bali, Indonesia, on August 21. The program's third Asia-wide batch follows a Memorandum of Understanding with Indonesia's Ministry of Creative Economy (EKRAF), signed at Southeast Asia Blockchain Week (SEABW) 2026 in Bangkok.
Shanghai Electric Contributes to World-record Biomethanol Bunkering Operation
SHANGHAI, Aug. 20, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- On August 17, Shanghai Electric Company (SEHK: 02727, SSE: 601727) partnered with Shanghai International Port Group and CMA CGM Group to conduct a biomethanol bunkering operation with a total volume of 8,000 metric tons, the largest single biomethanol bunkering operation on record. The bunkering ceremony at Shanghai Yangshan Port was titled "Green Fueled Globe, Lead the Future"....
Australian-first roadmap calls for national reform to protect people and pets from family violence
CANBERRA, Australia, Aug. 20, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- A new National Roadmap for Change to Prevent and End Family Violence against People and Animals launched on 19 August, delivering an Australian-first framework to drive national action. The Roadmap is championed by Lucy's Project, a charity dedicated to improving the safety and wellbeing of people and animals experiencing domestic and family...
LG ELECTRONICS EXPANDS FIT & MAX SOLUTION ACROSS KEY HOME APPLIANCE CATEGORIES AT IFA 2026
SEOUL, South Korea, Aug. 20, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- LG Electronics (LG) is showcasing its expanded Fit Max Solution at IFA 2026 in Berlin, Germany, from September 4 to 8. First applied to select refrigerator models, LG's 'Fit Space, Max Life' approach is now being extended to washing machines, dryers and dishwashers.
Telix 2026 Half-Year Results: Strong Commercial Execution and Momentum in Late-Stage Pipeline
MELBOURNE, Australia and INDIANAPOLIS, Aug. 20, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Telix Pharmaceuticals Limited (ASX: TLX, NASDAQ: TLX, "Telix") today announces its financial results for the period ended June 30, 2026. H1 2026 key resultsGroup performance[1]: Double-digit revenue growth and gross margin improvementGroup revenue of US$477 million, up 22%[2] year-over-year, tracking in line with the upper end...
CES Asia Unveiled Expands to Hong Kong on the Road to CES 2027
ARLINGTON, Va., Aug. 20, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The Consumer Technology Association (CTA)®, owner and producer of CES®, announces an event at the Hong Kong Electronics Fair Autumn Edition – CES Asia™ Unveiled Hong Kong. CES Asia Unveiled Hong Kong will take place on Oct. 14 in the Future Industries Zone in the Grand Hall at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre. The event will showcase some of the innovative startups in Hong Kong and...
CES Asia Unveiled Seoul Heads to KES on the Road to CES 2027
ARLINGTON, Va., Aug. 20, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The Consumer Technology Association (CTA)®, owner and producer of CES®, announces CES Asia™ Unveiled Seoul, in partnership with the Korea Electronics Association (KEA) during KES Oct. 13-16 at the COEX Convention Exhibition Center. Building on Korea's strong participation at CES, the event will connect innovators, exhibitors, startups, investors and media. CES Asia Unveiled Seoul will showcase...
Frost & Sullivan: Kaspersky Recognized for Leadership in Asia-Pacific OT Cybersecurity and Converged IT/OT Security
SAN ANTONIO, Aug. 20, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Frost Sullivan is pleased to announce that Kaspersky has received the 2026 Asia-Pacific OT Security Customer Value Leadership Recognition and the 2026 Asia-Pacific Converged IT and OT Security Product Leadership Recognition for its strong performance in delivering customer value and advancing converged cybersecurity across mission-critical industrial environments.
"Spicy Happiness" with aespa Nongshim Launches Second Global Shin Ramyun Campaign
SEOUL, South Korea, Aug. 20, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Nongshim will launch the second phase of its global Shin Ramyun campaign on August 20 featuring global K-pop force aespa, as Shin Ramyun's global ambassador. The campaign is designed specifically for international markets and will roll out across 14 key countries. Through a variety of digital content, Nongshim aims to introduce consumers around the world to the 'Spicy Happiness' of Shin Ramyun,...
Dubai Police Initiatives Drive $176.4 Million in Social Value and Gains in Safety, Wellbeing and the Economy, Study Reveals
DUBAI, UAE, Aug. 19, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- A study has estimated the Social Return on Investment (SROI) of 80 Dubai Police community initiatives at AED 647.9 million ($176.4 million), reflecting the wider social, economic and security value created for 3.8 million beneficiaries between 2017 and 2026. Conducted by the Future Foresight Centre, the study examined initiatives across education, health,...
Defense Tech Company Lyntris Raises $297.5 Million in IPO: NYSE Content Update
NEW YORK, Aug. 19, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) provides a daily pre-market update directly from the NYSE Trading Floor. Access today's NYSE Pre-market update for market insights before trading begins. Ashley Mastronardi delivers the pre-market update on August 19thDefense tech firm Lyntris (NYSE: LYNX) will make its trading debut on the NYSE.The firm sold 17 million shares at $17.50...
ZEISS CLINIC 360 receives FDA 510k clearance, amplifying patient care through simplified clinical insights
JENA, Germany, Aug. 19, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- ZEISS Medical Technology, one of the world's leading medical technology companies, today announced the 510k clearance from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for ZEISS CLINIC 3601. An all-in-one cloud and browser-based software solution, ZEISS CLINIC 360 combines diagnostic and medical data into a comprehensive patient view. By making relevant information easy to access and review, the...
DrFirst Receives Frost & Sullivan's 2026 North America Enabling Technology Leadership Recognition for Advancing AI-Enhanced Medication Orchestration
SAN ANTONIO, Aug. 19, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- As healthcare organizations continue to navigate fragmented medication workflows, rising administrative complexity, and growing demands for faster patient access, DrFirst is transforming how prescriptions move from creation to fulfillment. The company is honored for its AI-enhanced medication orchestration platform with Frost Sullivan's 2026 North America Enabling Technology Leadership Recognition...
Devicie Appoints Corey McCarthy as Chief Marketing Officer to Accelerate Global Growth
TAMPA, Fla., Aug. 19, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Devicie, a leader in automated device management for Microsoft environments, today announced the appointment of Corey McCarthy as Chief Marketing Officer (CMO). McCarthy joins Devicie as the company enters its next phase of growth and works to bring its technology to more organizations globally.
Next Level Aviation® Appoints Mike Fleener as Senior Vice President of Global Sales
DANIA BEACH, Fla., Aug. 19, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Next Level Aviation® (NLA), a leader in the global distribution of used serviceable materials (USM) for all Boeing and Airbus commercial aircraft and associated jet engine platforms, has appointed Michael Fleener as Senior Vice President - Global Sales. As a United States Military Academy graduate, former Army officer and Apache attack helicopter...
ESW appoints Carl Cowling as CEO to lead next phase of global growth
DUBLIN, Aug. 19, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- ESW, the international growth engine for ambitious brands, today announced the appointment of Carl Cowling as Chief Executive Officer. Cowling will take up the role in early September as ESW begins its next phase of sustainable growth and transformation. Cowling joins ESW at a time of significant opportunity for the business. ESW has established a strong...
Cellebrite Genesis for Enterprise Now Generally Available, Regional Availability Expands to More Global Markets
TYSONS CORNER, Va. and PETAH TIKVA, Israel, Aug. 19, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Cellebrite DI Ltd. (Nasdaq: CLBT), a global leader in AI-powered Digital Investigative and Intelligence solutions for the public and private sectors, today announced that Cellebrite Genesis is expanding to more global markets and is now generally available for enterprise organizations. The expansion builds on a successful early access program and strong momentum...
Exclaimer Launches MSP Connect to Remove Billing and Management Friction for MSPs
BOSTON and LONDON, Aug. 19, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Exclaimer, the global leader in email signature management, today announced the launch of MSP Connect, a new partner program that enables managed service providers to provision, manage and grow centralized email signature services across multiple customer environments. The launch is part of Exclaimer's channel-first growth strategy. Partners already account for approximately 30% of annual...
Registration Opens on 20 August for Sun Hung Kai Properties Hong Kong Cyclothon
HONG KONG, Aug. 19, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Hong Kong Tourism Board (HKTB) will stage Hong Kong’s largest cycling event of the year – the Sun Hung Kai Properties Hong Kong Cyclothon – on 11 October (Sunday). This year’s event continues to promote the spirit of sports for charity and features a host of exciting new elements, including a 56 km non-competitive ride on a “Five Tunnels, Three Bridges” route that will take participants along...
Bybit's RLUSD Hold & Earn Surpasses $50M AUC, Launches Phase 2 with Boosted XRP-RLUSD Rewards in Partnership with Ripple
DUBAI, UAE, Aug. 19, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Bybit, the world's second-largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume, is excited to announce its exclusive RLUSD Hold Earn program is entering Phase 2, extending its partnership with Ripple. Starting now, the upgraded Bybit Earn campaign introduces dual daily rewards in both XRP and RLUSD, with total annualized returns scaling based on holding duration.Bybit's RLUSD Hold Earn program,...
Sino Biopharmaceutical Limited Unveils New Global Brand, SBP Group, to Accelerate International Expansion
HONG KONG, Aug. 19, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Sino Biopharmaceutical Limited (HKEX: 01177), a leading innovation-driven pharmaceutical company in China, announced the launch of its new global brand, SBP Group, during its interim results meeting. SBP stands for Science, Breakthroughs and Patients: Science is where the company starts; breakthroughs are what it pursues; patients are why it does what it does. This philosophy aligns with the Company's...
IBM Connects Its First Modular Cryogenic Systems in Milestone Toward Fault-Tolerant Quantum Computing
YORKTOWN HEIGHTS, N.Y., Aug. 19, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- IBM (NYSE: IBM) today announced it has successfully joined and cooled down two cryogenic modules into a single environment. The new architecture is designed to scale into the modular, shared, and ultra-cold system required to link hundreds of quantum chips into a more powerful quantum computer capable of solving large problems. Its deployment is a milestone on IBM's path to delivering IBM...
"7ap to Music: Beating with Heart" - perfect ending of The 7th Tencent Music Entertainment Awards
MACAU, Aug. 19, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- On August 16, 2026, The 7th Tencent Music Entertainment Awards (TMEA) was held in Macau, China, hosted by Tencent Music Entertainment Group (TME). As one of the most influential music and entertainment events in Asia, this year's TMEA, with "7ap to Music: Beating with Heart" as its theme, gathered a lineup of artists from young and old generations and diverse styles to present a benchmark music performance...
Miss World 2026 at Dragon Ocean Do Son: Elevating Vietnam's destination profile on the global stage
HAI PHONG, Vietnam, Aug. 19, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Running from August 12 to August 20, 2026, the series of events under the 73rd Miss World pageant at Dragon Ocean Do Son International Tourist Area has officially drawn to a close, creating major momentum for Hai Phong's tourism industry. Beyond a global pageant, the journey through the port city served as a vital cultural bridge, introducing a modern, vibrant, and culturally rich Vietnam to an...
STATETRON INTRODUCES ANDROMEAN CLASS™
DOHA, Qatar, Aug. 19, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Statetron today introduces Andromean Class™, a new industrial architecture designed to usher in a new era of industrialisation where artificial intelligence, robotics, autonomous logistics, energy storage and digital intelligence converge within a single manufacturing ecosystem.
XCMG and EACON Expand Cooperation in Australia to Explore Autonomous Mining
PERTH, Australia, Aug. 19, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- XCMG Australia and EACON Australia have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to establish a framework for cooperation in autonomous mining solutions and related technologies in Australia. The agreement builds on project collaborations between XCMG and EACON in China and creates an opportunity to explore potential cooperation in international mining markets, particularly Australia. XCMG...
Binance Blockchain Week 2026 Returns to Asia: Spotlights the Evolution of Finance in Bangkok
ABU DHABI, UAE, Aug. 19, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Binance, the leading global blockchain ecosystem behind the world's largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume, today announced Binance Blockchain Week Bangkok 2026 (Asia Edition), taking place November 28–29, 2026 at the Queen Sirikit National Convention Center (QSNCC) in the heart of Bangkok, Thailand.
A Proud Milestone for AISpeech! Matrix Array Microphone Named AV Awards 2026 Finalist in Two Categories
SUZHOU, China, Aug. 19, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The article is from Shuzhi Society.AISpeech is pleased to announce that its flagship MA600D Matrix Array Microphone has been named a finalist in two categories at the AV Awards 2026: Audio Technology of the Year and Communication Technology of the Year.The AV Awards are organized by AV Magazine and are among the UK's leading professional AV industry awards, recognizing outstanding achievements...
HungryPanda Celebrates Delivery Riders on International Delivery Rider Appreciation Day with Free Meals, Bubble Tea and Giveaways
MELBOURNE, Australia, Aug. 19, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- HungryPanda, the leading Asian food delivery platform, celebrated International Delivery Rider Appreciation Day with a series of appreciation activities across Australia and its global markets, recognising the thousands of delivery riders who connect local restaurants with customers and communities every day.To mark the occasion, HungryPanda partnered with restaurants and beverage brands...
HTX Hot Listings Weekly Recap (Aug 10-16): BTCFi Leads the Rally as DeFi and AI Sectors Heat Up
APIA, Samoa, Aug. 19, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- As broader market sentiment stabilized, the cryptocurrency market staged a rebound during the second week of August (Aug 10–16), with capital rotating into several high-performing sectors.According to data from HTX, representative tokens across the BTCFi, DeFi, GameFi, and AI sectors ranked among the week's top gainers, pointing to clear rotation of capital between sectors.BTCFi Leads the Week's...
53% of Australian Women Consider Investing in a Smartwatch Health Coach as Samsung Launches Galaxy Watch9 and Galaxy Watch Ultra2
SYDNEY, Aug. 19, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Samsung Electronics Australia has launched the new Galaxy Watch9 and Galaxy Watch Ultra2[1] smartwatches, its most health and wellness-focused watches yet, as new research suggests the timing is right. 53%[2] of Australian women say they would consider investing in a smartwatch that acts as a personal health coach, helping with sleep, fitness and overall wellbeing, while Samsung's own sales data shows...
D-Link Expands DAP-E3620 Series BE3600 Wi-Fi 7 Enterprise Access Point
TAIPEI, Aug. 19, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- D-Link Corporation (TWSE: 2332), a global leader in networking and connectivity solutions, today announced the DAP-E3620 Series, a new family of BE3600 Wi-Fi 7 Enterprise Access Points designed to deliver secure, reliable, and high-performance wireless connectivity for modern business environments. Paired with D-Link's DMS-1250 Series 2.5Gbps Multi-Gigabit Ethernet PoE Switches, the DAP-E3620 Series access...
Guide Launches MobIR 3.0, Bringing Professional-Grade Thermal Imaging to Smartphones
WUHAN, China, Aug. 19, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Guide, a global leader in infrared thermal imaging technology, announced the launch of MobIR 3.0, a new-generation dual-vision thermal camera compatible for iOS Android smartphones. Powered by Guide's ApexVision Ultra-Clarity Imaging Technology (NETD≤15mK), MobIR 3.0 captures subtle temperature differences and fine details. Its dual-vision capability helps users quickly locate hotspots, while a...
DomoAI Launches Seedance 2.5 and MiniMax H3 in Omni Reference for Long-Form Character Storytelling and Music Video Creation
SINGAPORE, Aug. 19, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- DomoAI today launched Seedance 2.5 and MiniMax H3 in Omni Reference, giving creators two ways to build longer projects around the same character: scene-by-scene storytelling and music-led performance. Seedance 2.5 is aimed at a problem familiar to anyone making an animated series or motion comic. A character may look right in one shot, then change face, clothing, or proportions in the next. Omni...
Savaya Group Unveils Zumana, a New Beachfront Destination on Bali's Kuta Coast
BALI, Indonesia, Aug. 19, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Savaya Group, the team behind Savaya Bali, currently ranked the No. 1 club in Asia and No. 5 in the world in DJ Mag's 2026 Top 100 Clubs, announces the opening of Zumana, a new beachfront destination at Sunset Bay Kuta. Opening August 19, Zumana marks a new chapter for Savaya Group and Kuta. Designed by internationally acclaimed architecture and...
Toy Story | PEACEMINUSONE: THE FIRST FAN Project Makes Its Fourth Global Tour Stop at Harbour City
HONG KONG, Aug. 19, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- From 14 August to 6 September 2026, "Toy Story | PEACEMINUSONE: THE FIRST FAN" arrives at Harbour City in Hong Kong for its fourth global tour stop. Created in collaboration between Disney and G-DRAGON's PEACEMINUSONE, the limited-time event features three must-visit experiences: "THE FIRST FAN" Dream House, "THE FIRST FAN" Official Pop-up Store, and "THE FIRST FAN Photo Zone" Art Exhibition — blending...
GCI: The World Cup's 174 Billion Illegal Streaming Problem
HENDERSON, Nev., Aug. 19, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Gaming Compliance International (GCI) today releases its first complete global measurement of illegal streaming across the 2026 FIFA World Cup, estimating 174.3 billion qualifying illegal stream views of 90 seconds plus (90S+) globally across the tournament.
Tencent Cloud's "AI CAN DO IT" Hackathon Hong Kong and Macau Demo Day Concludes Successfully
HONG KONG, Aug. 19, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Tencent Cloud successfully hosted the Hong Kong and Macau Demo Day of the 2026 "AI CAN DO IT" Tencent Cloud Game Development Hackathon, bringing together 10 outstanding finalist teams from across Hong Kong and Macau SARs to showcase innovative AI-powered projects. Covering themes such as social good, cultural expression, and narrative innovation, the projects demonstrated how the next generation of...
12B SPORTS and VR46 Racing Team Bring Sung Kang into the World of MotoGP
TAVULLIA, Italy, Aug. 19, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- 12B SPORTS, Main Sponsor of Pertamina Enduro VR46 Racing Team, brought Hollywood actor Sung Kang to Tavullia, the hillside town in Italy where the team was founded and where its culture still lives. Hosted as a guest of both brands, Sung Kang was welcomed inside the world that gives MotoGP its character.His visit began with a ride through the hills above Tavullia, past the town's celebrated...
As Cyber Risks Grow, Malaysia's Key Industries Turn Their Attention to CyberDSA 2026
KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia, Aug. 19, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Malaysia's cybersecurity market is changing, and so are the industries driving demand for it.Oil gas operators, banks and financial institutions, telecommunications providers, airlines and other digitally dependent businesses are increasingly making cybersecurity part of operational investment. As AI, cloud infrastructure, automation and connected systems become embedded across...
Hi & Fi Asia-China 2026 Concludes in Shanghai with Record Numbers, Handing the Baton to Hi & Fi Shenzhen This Autumn
SHANGHAI, Aug. 19, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The 27th Hi Fi Asia-China 2026 concluded successfully in Shanghai in June, setting historic records. Centered on the theme "Ingredients Reimagined, Health Redefined", the three-day flagship co-located event attracted 100,798 domestic and international visitors (an 8.3% YoY increase) and over 2,500 exhibitors across a 200,000-square-meter mega-showcase, cementing its status as the premier supply chain...
Ping An Good Doctor Announces 2026 Interim Results
HONG KONG, Aug. 19, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Ping An Healthcare and Technology Company Limited ("Ping An Good Doctor" or the "Company"; Stock Code: 1833.HK) announced its interim results for the six months ended June 30, 2026. During the period, the Company continued to improve its business quality and steadily enhance profitability. As the core flagship of Ping An Group's health and senior care ecosystem, the Company continued to deepen its...
Antengene Presents Key R&D Highlights at the Evercore 2nd China Biotech Summit
SHANGHAI and HONG KONG, Aug. 19, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Antengene Corporation Limited ("Antengene", SEHK: 6996.HK), a leading innovative, commercial-stage global biotech company dedicated to discovering, developing and commercializing first-in-class and/or best-in-class medicines for autoimmune diseases, solid tumors and hematological malignancies, today announced that the Company has been invited to participate in the Evercore 2nd China Biotech...
SICC Grants Freezing of Crypto Assets Worth S$75 Million in Transfers Dispute
SINGAPORE, Aug. 19, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The Singapore International Commercial Court (SICC) has ordered a freeze on approximately S$75 million worth of Bitcoin and USD Coin following a dispute between the operator of one of the world's largest cryptocurrency trading platforms, which consists of claimants and a number of related companies, and a long-standing customer. In a judgment issued by...
Bybit Strengthens Security Defences Against Evolving Crypto Threats, Intercepting $700 Million in Potential User Losses
DUBAI, UAE, Aug. 19, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Bybit, the world's second-largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume, has strengthened and expanded its security systems following the February 2025 theft of approximately $1.46 billion in digital assets, moving toward a model designed to detect threats earlier, respond faster and continuously adapt as attackers adopt new techniques, including artificial intelligence.
Fair Finance Asia calls on Asian Banks and Regulators to Protect and Empower Consumers as Partners in Sustainability
PHNOM PENH, Cambodia, Aug. 19, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- As online scams, coercive debt collection, and lending that outruns what households can repay spread across Asia, consumer protection is failing where it counts: in practice. This is the finding of a new report by the Fair Finance Asia (FFA) network and research partner, Profundo. Empowering Consumers as Partners in Sustainability: Case Studies on Financial Regulation and Implementation calls...
Asia Pacific Outpaces the World in Governance Gains, the Chandler Index Finds
BANGKOK, Aug. 18, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Asia Pacific demonstrates the strongest improvement as a region in the latest 2026 Chandler Good Government Index (CGGI), with 79% of its governments recording higher scores this year and Singapore holding the top global rank for a fourth consecutive year.Now in its sixth year, the CGGI measures the capabilities and effectiveness of 133 governments worldwide, across seven pillars: Leadership ...
Hycroft Extends High-Grade Silver at Brimstone and Vortex
WINNEMUCCA, Nev., Aug. 19, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Hycroft Mining Holding Corporation (Nasdaq: HYMC) ("Hycroft" or "the Company") announces additional drill results from the 2025-2026 Exploration Drill Program (the "Drill Program") at the Hycroft Mine, located in Nevada, USA, a Tier-1 mining jurisdiction. Highlights: High-grade silver continuity confirmed up-dip at Brimstone, moving the system closer to surface with H26D-6169 intersecting 82.7...
QNET Unveils New Leadership Team to Accelerate Growth and Shape the Future of Direct Selling
HONG KONG, Aug. 19, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- QNET, a global lifestyle and wellness company that uses a direct-selling business model, has announced a new senior leadership team as it enters a new phase of transformation and growth. The appointments bring together experienced leaders from the direct-selling, consumer goods, beauty, wellness, finance and technology sectors. Collectively, the new team...
Fleets That Get Onboarding Right See 3X Driver Buy-In on Safety Tech
SYDNEY, Aug. 19, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- A new Teletrac Navman study finds that safety tech onboarding for drivers is widespread across fleets, but quality is far from consistent. The 'Mobilizing the Future of Fleets Report: Driver Coaching Edition' found that drivers who felt well-prepared were three times more likely to rate their coaching solution as highly effective (74%) compared to those whose preparation was lacking (19%), yet 1 in 5...
Kat Florence Hotel Enters Its Next Chapter, Introducing The Kat Florence Reserve, Imperial Jade Manor and Every-Night Star Chef Dinners Included
ELORA, ON, Aug. 19, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Kat Florence Hotel, the intimate luxury retreat built by seven-time world record-breaking rare gemstone artist Kat Florence, unveils its most significant evolution since opening. On September 1, the hotel will introduce The Kat Florence Reserve, a private 100-acre wilderness sanctuary; the Imperial Jade Manor, an exclusive, 1870's Canadian heritage residence featuring jaw-dropping restorations like a...
GameChange Energy Breaks Ground on Major EHV Transformer Factory Expansion -- Securing Critical Power Infrastructure for Customers Worldwide
NORWALK, Conn., Aug. 18, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- GameChange Energy, a global provider of renewable energy infrastructure solutions, announced that it has broken ground on a major expansion of its transformer manufacturing operations in Mumbai. The company is making a substantial capital investment in a new 300,000-square-foot EHV transformer factory to expand production capacity and help meet growing global demand for critical power infrastructure.
ETS and Passage Announce Strategic Partnership to Revolutionize Global Talent Pathways
PRINCETON, N.J., Aug. 18, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- ETS, a global education and talent solutions organization, and Passage, the AI infrastructure for human potential, today announced a strategic partnership designed to connect millions of students with life-changing opportunities and give institutions the intelligence to find them. By bringing together trusted TOEFL and GRE assessment insights with Passage's advanced AI processing, matching, and...
TestMu AI Launches Agent Assurance to Verify AI Agents Before They Ship
SAN FRANCISCO and NOIDA, India, Aug. 18, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- TestMu AI (formerly LambdaTest), the world's first Agentic AI-native Quality Engineering platform, announces Agent Assurance, a product built to answer the question every engineering team shipping AI agents now faces: is this agent safe to ship? Agent Assurance covers both kinds of agent in one product: the Conversational Agent category - which evaluates human-facing agents across...
GenScript Reports 27.3% First-Half 2026 Revenue Growth as AI Drug Discovery Business Doubles
PISCATAWAY, N.J., Aug. 18, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- GenScript Biotech Corporation (HKEX: 1548) reported first-half revenue of approximately US$404.2 million on a comparable basis, up 27.3% year over year, while adjusted net profit rose 203.3% to approximately US$62.5 million. The results reflect strong growth across its core businesses, improved operating efficiency, and accelerating demand for AI-enabled drug discovery services.
Pudu Robotics Launches PUDU MP2000, an AI-Native Pallet Handling Robot, to Simplify Autonomous Pallet Handling for Industrial Logistics
SHENZHEN, China, Aug. 18, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Pudu Robotics, a global leader in commercial service robotics, today announced the launch of PUDU MP2000, an AI-native pallet handling robot with a 2,000 kg payload capacity designed to simplify autonomous floor-to-floor material transport across warehouses, logistics facilities and manufacturing environments. As industrial operations increasingly turn to robotics for...
Defiance ETFs Launches CROB, the First US-Listed ETF Dedicated to China's Humanoid Robotics Ecosystem
MIAMI, Aug. 18, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Defiance ETFs, a leading issuer of thematic and leveraged exchange traded funds, today announced the launch of the Defiance China Robotics ETF (Nasdaq: CROB), the first US-listed ETF dedicated to China's humanoid robotics ecosystem. CROB seeks to track the total return performance, before fees and expenses, of the Solactive China Humanoid Robotics Index, a rules-based index of Chinese companies...
HR Path Strengthens Global Presence with Strategic Acquisition of Grupo PHR in Latin America
PARIS, Aug. 18, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- HR Path, a global leader in HR consulting and HRIS solutions, is proud to announce its strategic acquisition of Grupo PHR, a Latin American specialist in SAP SuccessFactors, SAP HCM, and ADP Workforce solutions with operations in Mexico, Colombia, Peru, Chile, and Argentina. With a presence in 33 countries and a team of more than 2,600 professionals, HR Path is a trusted...
Frost & Sullivan: Juno Health Receives the 2026 North American Modular EHR Delivery Customer Value Leadership Recognition for Excellence in Cloud-Native EHR Innovation
SAN ANTONIO, Aug. 18, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- This week we would like to congratulate Juno Health on earning Frost Sullivan's 2026 North American Customer Value Leadership Recognition in the modular electronic health record (EHR) delivery industry for its outstanding achievements in product innovation, customer experience, and healthcare technology modernization. The recognition emphasizes Juno Health's consistent leadership in delivering...
Happy Health Raises $75 Million for Healthcare in the Home: NYSE Content Update
NEW YORK, Aug. 18, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) provides a daily pre-market update directly from the NYSE Trading Floor. Access today's NYSE Pre-market update for market insights before trading begins. Ashley Mastronardi delivers the pre-market update on August 18thHappy Health CEO Dr. Dustin Freckleton to discuss company's latest funding.The company says it's making a $75 million play that healthcare is moving into...
Bitget Launches Fixed Coupon Notes for US Stock rTokens
VICTORIA, Seychelles, Aug. 18, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Bitget, the world's largest Universal Exchange (UEX), has launched the Fixed Coupon Note (FCN) Plan, bringing a structured product commonly used in traditional finance to tokenized US stocks. The new FCN structure allows users to subscribe with USDT and earn a predefined USDT coupon during the holding period.Bitget is the first crypto exchange to combine the FCN structure with USDT...
Rystad Energy Innovate: a new vision for energy intelligence in the AI era
Oslo, Norway, Aug. 18, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Rystad Energy will set out a new vision for energy intelligence in the AI era at Innovate, an online broadcast on 20 August 2026. The event marks the full commercial launch of Spektra, Rystad Energy’s AI-native market intelligence platform, and is open to clients and the market.The way the energy industry accesses and uses data is changing. Spektra launched in beta in June 2026, giving clients...
Templafy launches free document agent in Microsoft Marketplace
NEW YORK, Aug. 18, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Templafy, the agentic document generation platform, today announces the launch of the Templafy Agent Add-In, a free AI agent that enables users to create, edit and review presentations without leaving PowerPoint.Available to download from Microsoft Marketplace, the add-in brings document agents directly into the presentation workflow, enabling both the creation of new presentations and facilitation...
LEBUA BANGKOK MARKS 20TH ANNIVERSARY WITH TOP GLOBAL HONORS AND MULTI-PHASED SERIES OF RENOVATIONS
BANGKOK, Aug. 18, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- lebua Bangkok, the vertical luxury destination and center for elevated culinary in the heart of the Thai capital, has added to its milestone 20th anniversary year with a string of global accolades. lebua at State Tower has been named to Travel + Leisure's World's Best Awards 2026 as one of the Best Hotels in Southeast Asia and the World categories, and La Liste's Top 1,000 Hotels in the World. This is in...
THE NUMBERS ARE IN: FAMILIES ARE THE FUTURE OF VR, AND ZERO LATENCY VR'S JUMANJI: THE LOST LEVELS WILL BE READY FOR THEM
MELBOURNE, Australia, Aug. 18, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Zero Latency VR, the world's largest and most innovative immersive VR network, has a date, a destination, and a challenge for you: step into the world of Jumanji: The Lost Levels on December 4, 2026. The experience, built in collaboration with Sony Pictures, will be live at Zero Latency VR locations worldwide, and new research shows just how well-timed it is.
2026 TME Chinese Music Impact Summit Held: Music IP and New Growth Paths for the Industry in the AI Era
MACAO, Aug. 18, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- On August 15, 2026, the "2026 TME Chinese Music Impact Summit", hosted by Tencent Music Entertainment Group (TME), was held in Macao, China. Themed "Music IP: Where the Future Grows", the summit brought together leading figures from across the global music industry for a series of discussions on AI, live music, artists and super fans, jointly exploring the creation, growth, global expansion, and long-term...
Cypherpunk Technologies Launches World's Largest Zcash Mining Fleet
CAMBRIDGE, Mass., Aug. 18, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Cypherpunk Technologies Inc. (Nasdaq: CYPH) ("Cypherpunk") today announced the launch of Cypherpunk Mining, which is now the largest Zcash mining fleet in the world, through a $33.33 million equity-based transaction with Winklevoss Capital. The fleet is online today, with approximately 4.2 GSol/s of Equihash hashrate deployed across the United States, which currently represents approximately 18%...
Tencent Cloud Deepens Commitment to Malaysia with New Cloud Region and AI Talent Development Initiatives
KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia, Aug. 18, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Tencent Cloud, the cloud business of global technology company Tencent, today announced it will establish its first Cloud Region in Malaysia, which will comprise up to three availability zones in Johor. The investment will expand Tencent Cloud's local infrastructure presence, providing enterprises in Malaysia with the secure, resilient foundation needed for AI-powered workflows, data-heavy...
China Unicom's Interim Net Profit Showed Short-Term Volatility. Full-Year Contraction Expected to Narrow Significantly
HONG KONG, Aug. 18, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- China Unicom (Hong Kong) Limited and its subsidiaries ("China Unicom" or the "Company") (HKEx: 0762) today announced its 2026 interim results. In the first half of the year, China Unicom faced new opportunities and challenges, adhered to "Preserve and Innovate, Steady and Far-reaching", focusing on the four major arenas of "connectivity", "computing power", "service", and "security". The Company strived...
Early Bird Tickets Now on Sale | ICOMIA & Sinoexpo Unveil 2027 ICOMIA World Marinas Conference (Shanghai) Preliminary Programme
SHANGHAI, Aug. 18, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The International Council of Marine Industry Associations (ICOMIA) and Conference host Sinoexpo Informa Markets are pleased to announce the Preliminary Conference Programme for the ICOMIA World Marinas Conference 2027 (IWMC2027), taking place in Shanghai, China, from 30 March – 2 April 2027.Delivering on the Conference theme – "Connecting Globally to Develop Marinas that Enhance Waterfront Communities...
ICAC Commissioner concludes ASEAN anti-corruption meeting in Malaysia to spearhead regional graft-fighting alliance
MALACCA CITY, Malaysia, Aug. 18, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- ICAC Commissioner Mr Woo Ying-ming, leading his delegation, concluded the 22nd Secretariat Meeting of the ASEAN Parties Against Corruption (ASEAN-PAC) in Malaysia to share anti-corruption initiatives and achievements of the International Association of Anti-Corruption Authorities (IAACA), and called upon ASEAN-PAC members to strengthen co-operation and advance collective efforts in...
Hong Kong Wine & Dine Festival Returns this Autumn
HONG KONG, Aug. 18, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The annual Hong Kong Wine Dine Festival is set to return bigger and bolder this autumn, transforming the Central Stage, Central Harbourfront Event Space into a vibrant epicurean paradise from 29 October to 1 November 2026. Set against the iconic Victoria Harbour skyline, the festival will feature over 300 booths, including dedicated wine booths and dining partners, creating unique experiences...
24/7 Trading Is Becoming Market Infrastructure -- Vantage and Macroeconomist Fu Peng Examine the Liquidity Limits
PORT VILA, Vanuatu, Aug. 18, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Traditional financial markets are moving closer to always-on access. CME Group reported that nearly 15,000 1-Ounce Gold futures contracts, representing approximately US$60 million in notional value, traded during the inaugural weekend of its 24/7 schedule. The London Stock Exchange has also announced LSE 24, a planned 24/5 venue for digital, algorithmic and agentic trading.
Fractal Wins US$17M+ Multi-Year AI Deal with a Fortune 500® U.S. Healthcare Organization
NEW YORK, Aug. 18, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Fractal Analytics Ltd. (BSE: 544700) (NSE: FRACTAL), a globally recognized enterprise AI company serving Fortune 500® organizations, announced that it has secured a US$17M+ multi-year agreement with a leading U.S. healthcare enterprise to modernize its Data and AI foundation on Databricks platform and support its journey toward becoming an AI-ready organization. The engagement also encompasses 24 x 7...
Foreigners find careers and a home in Taizhou
BEIJING, Aug. 18, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- A report from People's Daily: Taizhou, located in eastern China's Zhejiang province, is a city shaped by mountains and sustained by the sea. Its distinctive geography has fostered a culture of openness and inclusiveness. In recent years, Taizhou has continued to advance its high-level opening-up, improve its business environment, and enhance public services. As a result, an increasing number of foreigners...
LG ELECTRONICS ACCELERATES ROBOTICS COLLABORATION WITH NVIDIA
SEOUL, South Korea, Aug. 18, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- LG Electronics (LG) today announced that it is accelerating its robotics collaboration with NVIDIA. LG hosted senior NVIDIA officials at its Data Factory, currently under construction at the company's Yangjae R Campus in Seoul, to review the direction of the two companies' collaboration and discuss ways to generate further synergies. LG Group...
Shenzhen's Huaqiangbei connects Chinese smart tech with global consumers
BEIJING, Aug. 18, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- A report from People's Daily: At 9 a.m., the streets and alleys of Huaqiangbei in Futian district, Shenzhen, south China's Guangdong province, are already coming alive.SEG Electronics Market, the Electronic Technology Building and other shopping centers are opening their doors one after another. Stalls are packed with an array of smart electronic products, while buyers and tourists from around the world...
British businesses see expanding opportunities in China's consumer market
BEIJING, Aug. 18, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- A report from People's Daily: When British engineer Andrew Ritchie developed the first Brompton folding bicycle in 1975, he probably never imagined that China would one day become the brand's largest market worldwide, accounting for around 30 percent of its global sales in fiscal year 2025–2026."China's steadily upgrading consumer demand and increasingly mature market have created broader opportunities...
One Account Trades Global Assets: BiNet, BiFu's Unified Asset Trading Network
HONG KONG, Aug. 18, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- All-asset trading platform BiFu has brought its assets and trading services under BiNet, a unified asset trading network linking crypto, forex, commodities, stock CFDs, real-world assets (RWA), and prediction markets to one account and funding system. Complete KYC once, and every market opens with the same account and the same pool of funds. More than a reorganisation of features, this is a shift in...
NEXTDC Receives Frost & Sullivan's 2026 Australia Competitive Strategy Leadership Recognition for Excellence in Data Center Services Innovation and Growth
SAN ANTONIO, Aug. 18, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Frost Sullivan is pleased to announce that NEXTDC has been recognized with the 2026 Australia Competitive Strategy Leadership Recognition in the data center services industry for its outstanding achievements in innovation, strategy execution, and customer impact. This highlights NEXTDC's consistent leadership in driving measurable outcomes, strengthening its market position, and delivering customer-...
XCMG Co-organizes 15th China Innovation & Entrepreneurship Competition "AI + Construction Machinery" Division as Registration Opens
XUZHOU, China, Aug. 18, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The 15th China Innovation Entrepreneurship Competition – "AI + Construction Machinery" Division opened for registration on August 13 under the theme "Green Intelligence for a Better World." Co-organized by XCMG, the competition invites innovators, engineers, scientists and tech enthusiasts to develop solutions that advance intelligent and green technologies for construction machinery....
InfoComm India 2026 to Anchor India's Accelerating Pro AV and Integrated Experience Technology Boom
MUMBAI, India, Aug. 18, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- India's Professional Audiovisual (Pro AV) and Integrated Experience Technology tradeshow – InfoComm India – returns to the Jio World Convention Centre (JWCC) from September 16 to 18, 2026 in Mumbai. On track to be its largest edition to date, InfoComm India 2026 will bring together 300+ global brands, 14,000+ industry professionals and an expanded Summit of 40+ sessions led by 80+ expert speakers....
Blockchain.com Admitted to Nigeria SEC's Accelerated Regulatory Incubation Programme
LAGOS, Nigeria, Aug. 18, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Blockchain.com has been admitted into the Nigerian Securities and Exchange Commission's (SEC) Accelerated Regulatory Incubation Programme (ARIP), marking an important step in the Company's long-term commitment to Nigeria and its broader expansion across Africa.
Vantage Expands Pre-IPO CFD Offering with Unitree Robotics as Interest in Frontier AI Grows
PORT VILA, Vanuatu, Aug. 18, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Vantage Markets expanded its Pre-IPO CFD offering with the launch of its Unitree Pre-IPO CFD for eligible clients, available from 10 August 2026 under the symbol UNITREEUSD. The launch provides eligible clients with exposure to movements in the applicable reference price of Unitree Robotics, a company operating in the fields of embodied artificial intelligence (AI) and robotics. The Unitree...
Manulife Asia wins Best Overall AI Adoption: Life/Health at 2026 Asia Consumer Insurance Awards
HONG KONG, Aug. 18, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Manulife Asia has been named winner of the Best Overall AI Adoption: Life/Health award at the 2026 Asia Consumer Insurance Awards, organized by (Re)Insurance Asia. The award recognizes life and health insurers that have demonstrated broad-based adoption of artificial intelligence across multiple business functions.The recognition reflects Manulife's continued progress in becoming an AI-powered...
Sapporo Tourist Association: A Spotlight on Sapporo's Local Gastronomy
SAPPORO, Japan, Aug. 18, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- While Sapporo is rightfully world-renowned for its premier winter skiing, global travelers in 2026 are discovering that the city's appeal extends far beyond the snow. Today, it is emerging as a vibrant, year-round destination where the rich wilderness directly shapes a deeply immersive culinary culture, seamlessly complementing its outdoor winter...
GOKO M6 Robotic Lawn Mower Opens for Pre-Order in Australia on 17 August
SYDNEY, Aug. 18, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Outdoor robotics brand GOKO announced that its M6 robotic lawn mower is now available for pre-order in Australia through GOKO's official Australian website on Aug. 17, 2026. Designed for large lawns, steep slopes and challenging landscapes, the M6 combines four-wheel drive, adaptive suspension, active front-wheel steering, AI vision and fusion navigation for...
Oscar and Grammy Winning KPop Demon Hunters Team Heads to TAIPEI MUSIC EXPO 2026, the Asia Pacific Music Platform
TAIPEI, Aug. 18, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Under the theme "Tune in to Taiwan. Sync with Asia," TAIPEI MUSIC EXPO (TMEX) will be held from 27 to 30 August 2026 at Taipei Music Center, bringing more than 100 industry professionals from 15 markets and over 60 exhibiting brands across the region, including Goldenvoice, Live Nation, Fuji Rock Festival, Summer Sonic, YG PLUS, Zandari Festa, MPMG, Zepp, Beggars Group, and Secretly Group. JAM JAM ASIA,...
Traveloka SEA Index Q2 2026: Southeast Asians Are Booking Longer Stays and the Region's Own Beaches Are Winning
SINGAPORE, Aug. 18, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Traveloka today released the inaugural edition of the Traveloka SEA Index, a quarterly read on how the region actually travels, built entirely on the platform's own first-party booking and search data across Indonesia, Malaysia, Singapore, Thailand, and Vietnam. The Q2 2026 debut points to a Southeast Asian traveler who is not simply traveling more, but traveling better: venturing further afield,...
Lesser-known Festivals Highlights New Opportunities for Local Stays, Agoda Says
SINGAPORE, Aug. 18, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Digital travel platform Agoda has identified growing accommodation interest around local festivals across Asia, highlighting how cultural and international celebrations can create new travel moments and commercial opportunities for accommodation partners beyond traditional tourism seasons and established destinations.
Castrol ON PG25 cooling fluids validated for NVIDIA AI factory and data centre infrastructure
PANGBOURNE, England, Aug. 18, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Castrol announced today that two of its direct-to-chip cooling fluids — Castrol ON PG25 and PG25T — have been validated to meet NVIDIA's requirements for AI factory and data centre infrastructure. This validation gives data centre operators, equipment manufacturers and cooling-system providers additional confidence when selecting fluids for high-performance AI infrastructure.
EBANX deepens global footprint and accelerates merchant services with strategic regional leadership expansion
CURITIBA, Brazil, Aug. 18, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- EBANX, a global technology company specializing in payment services for emerging markets, today announced a significant expansion of its senior leadership team. By appointing new Vice Presidents and Directors across key global hubs, EBANX reinforces its regionalization strategy designed to place executive leadership closer to its merchants' headquarters and high-growth operational markets.
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