KUALA LUMPUR, March 30 (Bernama) -- The Holafly eSIM & Travel Report revealed that 42 per cent of travellers actively take steps to travel more responsibly, highlighting a growing awareness of environmental impact among global explorers.
However, only 22.5 per cent rank sustainability among their top priorities when planning a trip, indicating that price, convenience, and other practical factors often outweigh environmental considerations.
“The message from travellers is clear: people want to make responsible choices, but those choices need to be simple and accessible. Sustainability will only scale when responsible options are seamlessly integrated into the travel experience,” said Holafly Brand Director, Daniela Prado.
In the report, Holafly, an eSIM provider, revealed new insights into how sustainability is shaping travel decisions worldwide with a clear hierarchy between intention and decision-making.
This gap between values and practical choices reflects a broader trend across the travel industry as travellers widely support sustainable tourism in principle, but translating those intentions into booking decisions remains complex.
In addition, Holafly stated in a statement that many travellers express the desire to reduce their environmental footprint, yet affordability, accessibility and overall travel experience still tend to shape final choices.
Holafly’s eSIM products contribute to more responsible travel by replacing traditional SIM cards, reducing emissions linked to production, packaging, and global distribution.
The company estimates that each eSIM prevents approximately 114.7 grammes of carbon dioxide (CO₂), with over 15 million eSIMs sold worldwide avoiding more than 1,700 tonnes of CO₂.
As the travel sector faces growing climate awareness, the challenge remains turning environmental values into practical, seamless choices that travellers can adopt without friction.
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Monday, March 30, 2026
Axi Launches New Axi Select Webinar Series Following Successful Bloomberg Campaign
SYDNEY, March 30 (Bernama-GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Global online trading provider Axi has announced the launch of a new educational webinar series under its Axi Select programme, expanding its trader education initiative following the successful completion of its recent Bloomberg campaign. The first webinar is scheduled to take place in April 2026 and will form part of an ongoing series designed to deliver expert-led market insights and practical trading education to Axi’s global trading community.
The new webinar series represents the next phase of Axi’s commitment to supporting trader development through accessible, professional-grade education. Building on strong audience engagement generated during the Bloomberg campaign, the initiative aims to provide traders with deeper market understanding, structured learning opportunities, and direct access to experienced market professionals.
Greg Rubin, Head of Axi Select at Axi, said:
“The Bloomberg campaign highlighted a growing demand for credible, expert-led education that helps traders better understand today’s fast-moving markets. Launching the Axi Select webinar series allows us to continue that conversation by giving traders direct access to insights, analysis, and practical knowledge designed to support long-term trading development.”
The inaugural session will be hosted by Cassandra Ng, a financial markets analyst, educator, and trading specialist with extensive experience delivering market commentary and trading education to global audiences. The session will focus on market outlooks, trading frameworks, and risk management principles aimed at helping traders navigate evolving market conditions with greater confidence.
Cassandra commented:
“Education is essential for traders looking to build consistency and discipline in the markets. This webinar series is designed to simplify complex market movements and provide actionable insights that traders can apply within their own strategies.”
About the Presenter
Cassandra Ng is a prop firm trader and market analyst at an award-winning research firm - where her research powers the decisions of thousands of traders every day. Her speciality is in Elliott wave and Fibonacci - which she uses to forecast where the markets are heading. With years of experience working with retail and professional traders, her speciality is in translating complex financial concepts into practical trading knowledge through webinars, workshops, and market analysis.
The webinar series extends Axi’s broader mission to empower traders through education, technology, and structured development opportunities. By moving from broadcast engagement into interactive learning experiences, Axi continues to strengthen its focus on providing meaningful value beyond trading access alone.
Registration is now open, and traders can secure their place by visiting:
https://axicorp.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_h2n3EqLTT-qQww5BZtrx2g
About Axi
Axi is a global online trading brand offering access to forex, shares, indices, commodities, and digital assets. Through initiatives such as Axi Select, Axi supports traders worldwide with education, technology, and professional trading tools.
Media Contact: mediaenquiries@axi.com
For full details on the Axi Select program, visit: https://www.axi.com/int/funded-trader-program
The Axi Select program is only available to clients of AxiTrader LLC. CFDs carry a high risk of investment loss. This content may not be available in your region. For more information, refer to our Terms of Service. Standard trading fees and minimum deposit apply.
SOURCE: Axi Trader LLC
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Thursday, March 26, 2026
AM BEST AFFIRMS EXCELLENT RATINGS OF NAN SHAN GENERAL
KUALA LUMPUR, March 27 (Bernama) -- AM Best has affirmed the financial strength rating of A- (Excellent) and the long-term issuer credit rating of “a-” (Excellent) of Taiwan’s Nan Shan General Insurance Co Ltd (Nan Shan General), with a stable outlook.
In a statement, AM Best said the credit ratings (ratings) reflect Nan Shan General’s very strong balance sheet strength, adequate operating performance, neutral business profile and appropriate enterprise risk management.
The company’s risk-adjusted capitalisation, as measured by Best’s Capital Adequacy Ratio, improved to the strongest level at year-end 2025, supported by consistent earnings growth and partial profit retention.
AM Best expects the insurer to maintain its balance sheet strength over the medium term, backed by an insurance risk profile characterised by personal lines and small- to medium-sized commercial accounts, prudent investments and a sound reinsurance programme.
Operating performance remained favourable in 2025, driven by improved underwriting results and stable investment income. Premium growth has exceeded the industry average for three consecutive years, mainly driven by expansion in the voluntary motor, travel and commercial lines.
The insurer’s personal lines segment, accounting for about 74 per cent of its portfolio, benefited from positive underwriting margins, while its net operating expense and combined ratios edged down to 37.2 per cent and 90.0 per cent, respectively, representing the lowest levels for both metrics over the last five-year period. Return on equity remained at a double-digit level.
Investment performance also strengthened, supported by capital gains in equities and stable interest income from bonds. The company is expected to maintain a focus on domestic fixed-income securities with moderate equity exposure.
Nan Shan General benefits from its parent, Nan Shan Life Insurance Co Ltd (Nan Shan Life) through brand recognition, distribution support and capital backing, despite its relatively modest business scale.
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In a statement, AM Best said the credit ratings (ratings) reflect Nan Shan General’s very strong balance sheet strength, adequate operating performance, neutral business profile and appropriate enterprise risk management.
The company’s risk-adjusted capitalisation, as measured by Best’s Capital Adequacy Ratio, improved to the strongest level at year-end 2025, supported by consistent earnings growth and partial profit retention.
AM Best expects the insurer to maintain its balance sheet strength over the medium term, backed by an insurance risk profile characterised by personal lines and small- to medium-sized commercial accounts, prudent investments and a sound reinsurance programme.
Operating performance remained favourable in 2025, driven by improved underwriting results and stable investment income. Premium growth has exceeded the industry average for three consecutive years, mainly driven by expansion in the voluntary motor, travel and commercial lines.
The insurer’s personal lines segment, accounting for about 74 per cent of its portfolio, benefited from positive underwriting margins, while its net operating expense and combined ratios edged down to 37.2 per cent and 90.0 per cent, respectively, representing the lowest levels for both metrics over the last five-year period. Return on equity remained at a double-digit level.
Investment performance also strengthened, supported by capital gains in equities and stable interest income from bonds. The company is expected to maintain a focus on domestic fixed-income securities with moderate equity exposure.
Nan Shan General benefits from its parent, Nan Shan Life Insurance Co Ltd (Nan Shan Life) through brand recognition, distribution support and capital backing, despite its relatively modest business scale.
-- BERNAMA
CARTA EXPANDS ASIA NETWORK WITH NEW HONG KONG HUB
KUALA LUMPUR, March 26 (Bernama) -- Carta, the world’s first fully interconnected system for private capital, has announced the opening of its Hong Kong office.
The new office anchors a dual-hub network in Asia—alongside the existing Singapore regional headquarters—to modernise Hong Kong’s US$240 billion private markets ecosystem. (US$1=RM3.95)
“For years, we have watched the Hong Kong-Singapore corridor emerge as the primary route for private capital in Asia,” said Carta Managing Director, Asia Pacific, Middle East, and Africa, Bhavik Vashi in a statement.
Vashi added that the Hong Kong hub will meet fund managers where they are, providing the modern infrastructure needed to manage the next generation of Asian capital with confidence.
This expansion establishes a seamless operating corridor for fund managers across Asia’s most dynamic capital centres. While Singapore anchors activity across Asia Pacific, the Middle East, and Africa, the Hong Kong office is strategically positioned to provide infrastructure for general partners (GPs) and limited partners (LPs) operating across the Greater Bay Area (GBA).
The timing aligns with Hong Kong’s return as a capital hub. As the region’s second-largest private markets hub, Hong Kong’s return to the #1 spot for initial public offering (IPO) activity has generated a significant wave of liquidity, driving strong demand for modern infrastructure across the private capital ecosystem.
The Hong Kong office launches with a team of professionals specialising in sales, marketing, customer experience, and fund administration. The team will provide end-to-end investment lifecycle services, including fund formation, capital calls, and automated waterfall modelling, all tailored to the local market, with support available in Cantonese, Mandarin, and English.
This expansion formalises Carta’s long-standing involvement in the city’s institutional ecosystem. Having participated in major industry forums like the HKVCA’s Asia Private Equity Forum (APEF) and the Asia Venture Capital Journal (AVCJ) Private Equity Forum, Carta is transitioning from an ecosystem participant to a permanent local partner for firms in the GBA.
Hong Kong marks Carta’s 15th office worldwide, further cementing its commitment to serving the full spectrum of private capital participants—from emerging managers to established multi-billion dollar platforms—across its network, which also includes Singapore, Abu Dhabi, and Sydney.
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The new office anchors a dual-hub network in Asia—alongside the existing Singapore regional headquarters—to modernise Hong Kong’s US$240 billion private markets ecosystem. (US$1=RM3.95)
“For years, we have watched the Hong Kong-Singapore corridor emerge as the primary route for private capital in Asia,” said Carta Managing Director, Asia Pacific, Middle East, and Africa, Bhavik Vashi in a statement.
Vashi added that the Hong Kong hub will meet fund managers where they are, providing the modern infrastructure needed to manage the next generation of Asian capital with confidence.
This expansion establishes a seamless operating corridor for fund managers across Asia’s most dynamic capital centres. While Singapore anchors activity across Asia Pacific, the Middle East, and Africa, the Hong Kong office is strategically positioned to provide infrastructure for general partners (GPs) and limited partners (LPs) operating across the Greater Bay Area (GBA).
The timing aligns with Hong Kong’s return as a capital hub. As the region’s second-largest private markets hub, Hong Kong’s return to the #1 spot for initial public offering (IPO) activity has generated a significant wave of liquidity, driving strong demand for modern infrastructure across the private capital ecosystem.
The Hong Kong office launches with a team of professionals specialising in sales, marketing, customer experience, and fund administration. The team will provide end-to-end investment lifecycle services, including fund formation, capital calls, and automated waterfall modelling, all tailored to the local market, with support available in Cantonese, Mandarin, and English.
This expansion formalises Carta’s long-standing involvement in the city’s institutional ecosystem. Having participated in major industry forums like the HKVCA’s Asia Private Equity Forum (APEF) and the Asia Venture Capital Journal (AVCJ) Private Equity Forum, Carta is transitioning from an ecosystem participant to a permanent local partner for firms in the GBA.
Hong Kong marks Carta’s 15th office worldwide, further cementing its commitment to serving the full spectrum of private capital participants—from emerging managers to established multi-billion dollar platforms—across its network, which also includes Singapore, Abu Dhabi, and Sydney.
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Carta Opens Hong Kong Office, Establishes Dual-Hub Asia Network to Modernize the City’s $240B Private Markets Ecosystem
HONG KONG, March 26 (Bernama-BUSINESS WIRE) -- Carta, the world’s first fully interconnected system for private capital, today announced its Hong Kong office, anchoring a dual-hub network to modernize the city’s $240 billion private markets ecosystem. Together with Carta’s Singapore regional headquarters – opened in 2021 and recently expanded – the new office creates a seamless operating corridor for fund managers across Asia’s most dynamic capital centers.
While Singapore anchors activity across Asia Pacific, Middle East, and Africa, the Hong Kong office provides the infrastructure necessary for general partners (GPs) and limited partners (LPs) to operate seamlessly across the Greater Bay Area (GBA), with access to world-class infrastructure across the HK-SG axis while maintaining localized expertise across the markets.“For years, we’ve watched the Hong Kong-Singapore corridor emerge as the primary route for private capital in Asia,” said Bhavik Vashi, Managing Director, Asia Pacific, Middle East, and Africa at Carta. “Opening Carta’s Hong Kong hub allows us to meet fund managers where they are, providing the modern infrastructure they need to manage the next generation of Asian capital with confidence.”
Why Now? Hong Kong's Return as a Capital Hub
As the region’s second-largest private markets hub managing $240 billion in assets, Hong Kong’s return to the #1 spot for IPO activity has triggered a massive wave of liquidity, creating strong demand for modern infrastructure across the entire private capital ecosystem.
The Hong Kong office launches with a team of professionals across sales, marketing, customer experience, and fund administration. Together, they will provide end-to-end investment lifecycle services – from fund formation and capital calls to automated waterfall modeling – tailored to the nuances of the local market, with support available in Cantonese, Mandarin, and English.
The expansion formalizes years of active involvement in Hong Kong’s institutional ecosystem. As a participant in major industry forums, including HKVCA’s Asia Private Equity Forum (APEF) and the Asia Venture Capital Journal (AVCJ) Private Equity Forum, Carta has regularly convened regional fund managers, LPs, and other ecosystem stakeholders to discuss operational best practices and emerging trends in private markets infrastructure in the region. The new physical presence allows Carta to transition from an ecosystem participant to a permanent local partner for firms in the Greater Bay Area.
With offices spanning Singapore, Hong Kong, Abu Dhabi, and Sydney, Carta now serves the full spectrum of private capital participants across the regions – from emerging managers to established multi-billion dollar platforms. Hong Kong marks Carta’s fifteenth office worldwide.
About Carta
Carta is the ERP for private capital, connecting the entire ecosystem – from GPs and LPs to CEOs, CFOs, employees, and advisors. Trusted by 50,000 companies in 160+ countries, our platform streamlines every ownership workflow, making it easier to understand, manage, and grow equity. With software and services built to scale, Carta empowers you to build, invest, and grow with confidence. Carta’s Fund Administration platform supports 9,000 funds and SPVs, representing $203B+ in assets under management, with tools designed to enhance the strategic impact of fund CFOs. Recognized by Fortune, Forbes, Fast Company, Inc. and Great Places to Work, Carta is transforming how private capital operates.
For more information, visit carta.com.
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Bitget Brings Trading to the Track with MotoGP Brazil Activation and Smarter Speed Challenge
VICTORIA, Seychelles, March 26 (Bernama-GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Bitget, the world’s largest Universal Exchange (UEX), marked the opening of the 2026 MotoGP™ season in Brazil with an on-site activation and the expansion of its Smarter Speed Challenge mini-game, blending trading concepts with motorsport experiences.
The Brazilian Grand Prix, held from March 20-22 at the Autódromo Internacional Ayrton Senna in Goiânia, represents Bitget’s first sponsored MotoGP event in South America. Following activations across Italy, Germany, Catalunya, and Indonesia in 2025, the latest stop signals a continued focus on engaging new audiences in growing markets.
At the circuit, Bitget introduced a two-storey innovation fan booth designed to connect trading with interactive experiences. Visitors engaged with racing simulators, a VR racing game, and immersive installations, while also exploring how different asset classes can be approached within a unified trading environment. A branded VIP lounge offered an exclusive setting for partners and clients, alongside trackside visibility through circuit branding and global broadcast placements.
The activation extended beyond the physical venue through the Smarter Speed Challenge mini-game, which reimagines trading as a racing experience. In the game, assets such as cryptocurrencies, U.S. stocks and gold are represented as race tracks and collectible objectives, translating market concepts into a more intuitive and interactive format.
Since its launch on March 2, the mini-game has attracted approximately 100,000 participants, with a prize pool exceeding 120,000 USDT. Designed to bridge Web2 and Web3 audiences, the experience allows both traders and motorsport fans to engage with Bitget’s “one-stop trading” concept in a more accessible way. A limited-time in-game feature introduced during the Brazil Grand Prix offers additional rewards tied to the event.
“The way people engage with markets is evolving, and experiences play a bigger role in that shift,” said Gracy Chen, CEO of Bitget. “Bringing trading concepts into familiar environments like sports allows more people to understand and explore them in a natural way.”
The Smarter Speed Challenge reflects Bitget’s broader Universal Exchange strategy, where crypto and traditional financial assets coexist within a single platform. By translating these markets into interactive formats, Bitget is expanding how users discover and approach trading opportunities across asset classes.
While the Brazil Grand Prix marked the start of the 2026 season, the Smarter Speed Challenge continues beyond the track, with ongoing rewards and future activations planned alongside upcoming races.
To participate in the Smarter Speed Challenge, please 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, 100+ tokenized stocks, ETFs, commodities, FX, and precious metals such as gold. The ecosystem is committed to helping users trade smarter with its AI agent, which co-pilots trade execution. Bitget is driving crypto adoption through strategic partnerships with LALIGA and MotoGP™. Aligned with its global impact strategy, Bitget has joined hands with UNICEF to support blockchain education for 1.1 million people by 2027. Bitget currently leads in the tokenized TradFi market, providing the industry's lowest fees and highest liquidity across 150 regions worldwide.
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DIGITAL REALTY POWERS SAMSUNG ELECTRONICS IT OPERATIONS IN SEOUL
KUALA LUMPUR, March 26 (Bernama) -- Digital Realty, the world’s largest cloud- and carrier-neutral data centre platform, announced it is providing enterprise-grade colocation infrastructure support to Samsung Electronics in Seoul.
According to a statement, this engagement leverages Digital Realty’s ICN10 data centre to deliver stable and scalable infrastructure crucial for Samsung’s enterprise information technology (IT) operations.
Digital Realty Head of Korea, Chris Han noted that providing this enterprise-grade infrastructure at ICN10 reflects the company’s ability to support large-scale customer environments in Korea.
Han affirmed the company’s commitment to delivering stable, high-performance infrastructure that meets the operational needs of global enterprises.
The ICN10 facility in Sangam-dong, which has operated since 2022, is specifically designed to support secure, scalable, and resilient infrastructure required for large-scale data processing and high availability. It offers robust power, cooling, and security for mission-critical enterprise environments.
The facility features a maximum IT capacity of 12 megawatt (MW) and is noted as Korea’s first carrier-neutral data centre. Its infrastructure is built with high-density power architecture and resilient network connectivity to support demanding AI and high-performance computing workloads.
Digital Realty’s global platform also enables consistent infrastructure standards and operational practices across key metros worldwide, helping enterprises maintain reliable infrastructure performance across multiple regions.
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According to a statement, this engagement leverages Digital Realty’s ICN10 data centre to deliver stable and scalable infrastructure crucial for Samsung’s enterprise information technology (IT) operations.
Digital Realty Head of Korea, Chris Han noted that providing this enterprise-grade infrastructure at ICN10 reflects the company’s ability to support large-scale customer environments in Korea.
Han affirmed the company’s commitment to delivering stable, high-performance infrastructure that meets the operational needs of global enterprises.
The ICN10 facility in Sangam-dong, which has operated since 2022, is specifically designed to support secure, scalable, and resilient infrastructure required for large-scale data processing and high availability. It offers robust power, cooling, and security for mission-critical enterprise environments.
The facility features a maximum IT capacity of 12 megawatt (MW) and is noted as Korea’s first carrier-neutral data centre. Its infrastructure is built with high-density power architecture and resilient network connectivity to support demanding AI and high-performance computing workloads.
Digital Realty’s global platform also enables consistent infrastructure standards and operational practices across key metros worldwide, helping enterprises maintain reliable infrastructure performance across multiple regions.
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