Datavault AI Inc. Announces Board Approval of Dividend of Dream Bowl Meme Coin II to All Eligible Record Equity Holders of Datavault AI

 

Innovative Dream Bowl Meme Coin II’s NFL Alumni Health addition will Commemorate the World’s First AI Powered Tokenized Bowl Game


PHILADELPHIA, Dec 30 (Bernama-GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Datavault AI Inc. (“Datavault AI” or the “Company”) (NASDAQ: DVLT), a leader in data monetization, credentialing, and digital engagement technologies, today announced two major developments to enhance and elevate the profile of Dream Bowl XIV, scheduled for Jan. 11, 2026, at AT&T Stadium, of which the Company is a licensing partner and co-sponsor.

First, Datavault AI, in collaboration with Dream Bowl XIV and NFL Alumni Health, proudly announces a strategic partnership supporting the launch of Dream Bowl Meme Coin II. This partnership underscores a shared commitment to advancing player health, wellness, and long-term care for former professional athletes, while elevating the Dream Bowl’s mission of preparing elite college football talent for the next level—both on and off the field.

“We are genuinely excited to be working with Datavault AI on a breakthrough initiative that brings artificial intelligence, digital assets, and real-world impact together for the first time,” said Billy Davis, two-time Super Bowl champion and Co-Director of Healthcare Initiatives for the NFL Alumni Association. “Datavault AI is building something truly innovative—an AI-powered token designed with purpose, transparency, and long-term potential in mind.”

Second, in commemoration of the Dream Bowl XIV and consistent with Datavault AI’s focus on applying artificial intelligence to level the playing field in professional organizations, the Company is highlighting how AI can support football organizations in identifying and evaluating talent across traditional athletics and e-sports. In connection with these initiatives, and to demonstrate how tokenization can make select aspects of the game immutable, interactive and verifiable, the Board of Directors of Datavault AI (the “Datavault Board”) has approved a dividend of the Dream Bowl Meme Coin II token to all eligible record equity holders of Datavault AI common stock and other equity securities. The record date for this dividend is Jan. 7, 2026.

The record date for the dividend may be changed by the Datavault Board for any reason at any time prior to the actual payment date, and payment of the dividend is conditioned upon the Datavault Board having not revoked the dividend prior to the payment date, including for a material change to the solvency or surplus analysis presented to the Datavault Board. Subject to the right of the Datavault Board to change the record date, the payment date for the dividend will be determined by subsequent resolutions of the Datavault Board, which payment date will be within 60 days following the record date (the “Payment Date”).

In order to receive the Dream Bowl Meme Coin II digital collectibles, all eligible recipients will be required to open a digital wallet with Datavault AI and execute an Opt-In Agreement, pursuant to which such holders will agree, among other things, to the payment conditions set forth therein, and acknowledge that such holders understand the process for receiving the Dream Bowl Meme Coin II digital collectibles, that the Datavault Board can change the record date or payment date or revoke the distribution prior to the payment date, and that the Dream Bowl Meme Coin II digital collectibles may not have or maintain any value.

The Company will provide further instructions regarding wallet setup, token access, and distribution procedures to stockholders of record of Datavault AI on the books and records of the transfer agents of Datavault AI in a subsequent communication prior to the payment date.

Datavault AI remains committed to innovative stockholder value creation. Building on the successful distribution of the original Dream Bowl Meme Coin on Dec. 24, 2025, this special Dream Bowl Meme Coin II distribution celebrates the historic NFL Alumni Health partnership and provides additional utility to stockholders. Each exclusive digital collectible will feature enhanced utility, including immutable proof of ownership. The Dream Bowl Meme Coin II will be airdropped to Data Vault® wallets on or after the Payment Date. Datavault AI will provide detailed instructions regarding wallet setup, token access, and distribution procedures in a subsequent communication prior to the Payment Date.

The Dream Bowl Meme Coin II is a digital collectible intended solely for personal, non-commercial use in connection with the Dream Bowl XIV event. The Dream Bowl Meme Coin II does not in and of itself: (i) represent or confer any equity, voting, dividend, profit-sharing, or ownership rights in Datavault AI or any other entity; (ii) provide any right to receive monetary payments, distributions, or appreciation; or (iii) create any expectation of profit or reliance on the managerial or entrepreneurial efforts of Datavault AI or others. The Dream Bowl Meme Coin II is not designed or intended to function as an investment, currency, or financial product, and it is not being offered, sold, or distributed for fundraising or capital-raising purposes. Use of the Dream Bowl Meme Coin II is limited to entertainment, event-access, and digital-collectible functions. Any transferability features are provided solely to support personal digital item portability and not to facilitate or imply investment or speculative use.

About Datavault AI

Datavault AI™ (Nasdaq: DVLT) leads AI-driven data experiences, valuation, and monetization in the Web 3.0 environment. The Company’s cloud-based platform delivers comprehensive solutions through its collaborative Acoustic Science and Data Science Divisions. Datavault AI’s Acoustic Science Division includes WiSA®, ADIO®, and Sumerian® patented technologies for spatial and multichannel wireless HD sound. The Data Science Division harnesses Web 3.0 and high-performance computing for experiential data perception, valuation, and secure monetization across industries including sports & entertainment, biotech, education, fintech, real estate, healthcare, and energy. The Information Data Exchange® (IDE) enables Digital Twins and secure NIL licensing, fostering responsible AI with integrity. Datavault AI’s customizable technology suite offers AI/ML automation, third-party integration, analytics, marketing automation, and advertising monitoring. Headquartered in Philadelphia, PA. Learn more at www.dvlt.ai.

Forward-Looking Statements

This press release contains “forward-looking statements” (within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995, as amended, and other securities laws) about Datavault AI Inc. (“Datavault AI,” the “Company,” “us,” “our,” or “we”) and our industry that involve risks and uncertainties. In some cases, you can identify forward-looking statements because they contain words, such as “may,” “might,” “will,” “shall,” “should,” “expects,” “plans,” “anticipates,” “could,” “intends,” “target,” “projects,” “contemplates,” “believes,” “estimates,” “predicts,” “potential,” “goal,” “objective,” “seeks,” “likely” or “continue” or the negative of these words or other similar terms or expressions that concern our expectations, strategy, plans or intentions. The absence of these words does not mean that a statement is not forward-looking. Such forward-looking statements, including, but not limited to, statements regarding future events, Datavault AI’s potential distribution of the Dream Bowl Meme Coin II and the timing thereof (including that the payment date will be determined by subsequent resolutions of the Datavault Board, and that the Datavault Board may change the record date and, as a result, the payment date, once determined), are necessarily based upon estimates and assumptions that, while considered reasonable by the Company and its management, are inherently uncertain. Readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on these and other forward-looking statements contained herein.

Actual results may differ materially from those indicated by these forward-looking statements as a result of various risks and uncertainties including, but not limited to, the following: risks related to legal proceedings that may be instituted against Datavault regarding the Dream Bowl Meme Coin II and the distribution thereof to Datavault AI’s eligible equity holders; risks associated with the right of the Datavault Board to change the record date and the payment date of the distribution of, and/or to revoke, the Dream Bowl Meme Coin II; changes in economic, market, or regulatory conditions; uncertainties regarding valuation methodologies and third-party reports; risks relating to evolving regulatory frameworks applicable to tokenized assets; risks associated with technological development and integration; and other risks and uncertainties as more fully described in Datavault AI’s filings with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (the “SEC”), including its Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2024 and other filings that Datavault AI makes from time to time with the SEC, which are available on the SEC’s website at www.sec.gov, and could cause actual results to vary from expectations.

The forward-looking statements made in this press release relate only to events as of the date on which the statements are made. Datavault AI undertakes no obligation to update any forward-looking statements made in this press release to reflect events or circumstances after the date of this press release or to reflect new information or the occurrence of unanticipated events, except as required by law. Datavault AI may not actually achieve the plans, intentions or expectations disclosed in its forward-looking statements, and you should not place undue reliance on such forward-looking statements. Datavault AI’s forward-looking statements do not reflect the potential impact of any future acquisitions, mergers, dispositions, joint ventures or investments it may make.

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​Toshiba Releases High-Speed Response, Full Input/Output Range CMOS Dual Comparator Suitable for Overcurrent Detection in Industrial Equipment

 

Toshiba: TC75W71FU, a CMOS dual comparator that features a high-speed response and a full input/output range (Rail to Rail).

KAWASAKI, Japan, Dec 24 (Bernama-BUSINESS WIRE) -- Toshiba Electronic Devices & Storage Corporation ("Toshiba") has launched a CMOS dual comparator, "TC75W71FU." It features a high-speed response and a full input/output range (Rail to Rail), suiting it for use in overcurrent detection in industrial equipment[1]. Shipments start today.

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Today’s industrial equipment uses large currents in motor drives and power circuits. This brings with it the risk of sudden overcurrent, which can damage equipment, shut down production line, and even reduce safety; its rapid detection and protection from it are essential. In the constant search for higher efficiency and product miniaturization, the range of current and voltages that circuits can support has narrowed, and even slight overcurrent can impose a significant load on the circuit. This increases the need for faster and more precise overcurrent detection technologies.

The new product offers a faster propagation delay than the current TC75W56FU, with a maximum of 45ns for low-to-high transitions and 30ns for high-to-low transitions[2]. This enables immediate equipment shutdown in overcurrent, enhancing operational safety.
The input/output voltage range supports the full range—operation from minimum (GND) to maximum (Vcc) supply voltage—making design easier. The minimum operating supply voltage, 1.8V, supports low-voltage operation. Since the new comparator also features a push-pull output[3], signal rise and fall times are fast, no external pull-up resistor is required, and a stable voltage level can be maintained.

In addition to TC75W71FU, TC75W72FU, which features added hysteresis for enhanced noise immunity, and TC75W73FU[4], which offers hysteresis and an open-drain output[5] capable of sending signals to voltage domains different from the comparator’s supply, are scheduled to start mass production in February 2026.

Toshiba will continue to develop comparators that contribute to improved safety and reliability of industrial equipment, and to expand the product lineup to meet a wide range of customer needs.
 

Notes:
[1]	Industrial robots, generators, uninterruptible power supplies (UPS), transformers, etc.
[2]	Propagation delay time of existing product TC75W56FU: Under measurement conditions of VDD=3V, low to high is typically 550ns, high to low is typically 250ns.
[3]	Push-pull output: a configuration in which the output circuit includes two transistors, one at the top of the circuit, the other on the bottom, actively driving both the high and low levels.
[4]	Propagation delay time is only 30ns (high to low) under measurement conditions of VDD=3.3V.
[5]	Open-drain output: a configuration in which the output circuit includes only the lower transistor, actively driving the low level.

​Applications

· Industrial equipment (Industrial robots, UPS, photovoltaic generators, power supply, etc.)
· Consumer equipment (home appliances, power supplies, etc.)

Features

· Full I/O range
· Low voltage drive: 1.8V
· High-speed response: tPLH 45ns (max), tPHL 30ns (max) (VDD=3.3V)

 
Main Specifications
 

Part number			TC75W71FU	TC75W72FU[6]	TC75W73FU[6]
Package name (Package code)			SOT-505 (SM8)
Operating rating	Supply voltage VDD (V) T opr=-40 to 125°C		1.8 to 5.5
DC characteristics	Supply current IDD (μA) VDD=1.8V, VOUT=High, VIN=VSS, Ta=25°C	Typ.	276
	Input offset voltage VIO (mV) VDD=1.8V, VSSINDD, Ta=25°C	Max	17
	Input hysteresis voltage VHYST (mV) VIN=VSS, VDD=1.8V, Ta=25°C	Typ.	－	3.5
	Low to High, 100 mV Overdrive tPLH (ns) VDD=3.3V, Ta=25°C	Typ.	23		－
		Max	45		－
	High to Low, 100 mV Overdrive tPHL (ns) VDD=3.3V, Ta=25°C	Typ.	14		11
		Max	30		30
Output type			Push-pull		Open-drain
Input and output full range			Rail to Rail I/O
Sample Check & Availability			Buy Online	－	－

Note:
[6]	Scheduled to start mass production in February 2026.

Follow the link below for more on the new product.
TC75W71FU

To check related contents on Toshiba’s operational amplifiers and comparators, visit:
Basics of Operational Amplifiers and Comparators

To check availability of the new product at online distributors, visit:
TC75W71FU
Buy Online

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* Information in this document, including product prices and specifications, content of services and contact information, is current on the date of the announcement but is subject to change without prior notice.

About Toshiba Electronic Devices & Storage Corporation
Toshiba Electronic Devices & Storage Corporation, a leading supplier of advanced semiconductor and storage solutions, draws on over half a century of experience and innovation to offer customers and business partners outstanding discrete semiconductors, system LSIs and HDD products.

Its 17,000 employees around the world share a determination to maximize product value, and to promote close collaboration with customers in the co-creation of value and new markets. The company looks forward to building and to contributing to a better future for people everywhere.

Find out more at https://toshiba.semicon-storage.com/ap-en/top.html

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Contact

Customer Inquiries:
Analog Device Sales & Marketing Dept.
Tel: +81-44-548-2219
Contact Us
 
Media Inquiries:
C. Nagasawa
Communications & Market Intelligence Dept.
Toshiba Electronic Devices & Storage Corporation
semicon-NR-mailbox@ml.toshiba.co.jp

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--BERNAMA 

AM Best Revises Hong Kong’s Min Xin Insurance Outlook To Positive

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 22 (Bernama) -- Global credit rating agency, AM Best has revised the outlooks to positive from stable and affirmed the financial strength rating of B++ (Good) and a long-term issuer credit rating of “bbb+” (Good) of Hong Kong’s Min Xin Insurance Company Limited (MXIC).

In a statement, AM Best said these credit ratings (ratings) reflected MXIC’s strong balance sheet, adequate operating performance, limited business profile and appropriate enterprise risk management.

The revision of the outlooks is driven by expectations of stronger parental support over the intermediate term, including significant capital injections and profitable business expansions through group-related channels and risks.

MXIC is wholly owned by Min Xin Holdings Limited (MXHL), a Hong Kong–listed holding company, which is majority owned by Fujian Investment & Development Group Co Ltd (FIDG), a Chinese state-owned enterprise and the investment arm of the Fujian provincial government.

The credit rating agency believes MXIC’s parents have sufficient capability to provide the expected explicit and implicit support.

AM Best cited recent escalated capital injections and MXIC’s expansion into group-related business, including a newly established bancassurance partnership with an associated Hong Kong bank, as evidence of this support. The insurer is also exploring inward business opportunities linked to FIDG-related risks in mainland China.

MXIC’s balance sheet strength is underpinned by its strongest-ever risk-adjusted capitalisation level as of year-end 2024, as measured by Best’s Capital Adequacy Ratio, supported by a healthy regulatory solvency position, good liquidity and appropriate reinsurance arrangements.

Operating performance remains adequate, with MXIC recording a net profit of HK$13.8 million in 2024 and a return on equity of 4.2 per cent, mainly driven by stable investment income, while underwriting profitability remains thin due to high expense ratios. (HK$100 = RM52.42)

Established in 1974, MXIC operates across Hong Kong and Macau’s non-life insurance markets, with around 60 per cent of premiums generated from Macau.

-- BERNAMA

Fushi Technology Launches One-Stop Customer Loyalty Solution For Jumbo

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 19 (Bernama) -- Fushi Technology, an artificial intelligence (AI) services provider for merchants and consumers in Asia, has officially launched its customer relationship management (CRM) membership management product for Jumbo, a Singapore-founded seafood restaurant chain.

Fushi in a statement said the CRM product is built on its self-developed, all-in-one intelligent customer loyalty and marketing automation platform and is designed to strengthen Jumbo’s customer asset management, improve retention rates and enhance the overall dining experience.

The solution enables Jumbo, which has expanded its footprint to markets including China, Vietnam and Thailand, to integrate membership operations across multiple outlets, allowing diners to accumulate loyalty points and redeem rewards across venues.

By incorporating features and reward mechanisms such as integrated loyalty points, e-vouchers and mobile ordering, the CRM platform helps optimise the consumer journey from reservation to payment.

The deployment of the product reflects growing adoption of Software as a Service (SaaS) tools among food and beverage (F&B) operators seeking sustainable growth, while marking further market recognition for Fushi’s CRM offerings.

Fushi noted that Southeast Asia’s high mobile payment penetration presents strong opportunities for the F&B and retail sectors, even as merchants continue to face challenges including high customer acquisition costs, low conversion rates and difficulties in measuring marketing return on investment.

The company said its digital solutions are designed to help merchants shift their focus from traffic acquisition to maximising existing customer value, enabling more refined operations and long-term competitiveness.

-- BERNAMA

AM Best Affirms Excellent Credit Ratings of Korean Reinsurance

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 16 (Bernama) -- Global credit rating agency, AM Best has affirmed the financial strength rating of A (Excellent) and the long-term issuer credit rating of “a+” (Excellent) of Korean Reinsurance Company (KRE).

The outlook for these credit ratings (ratings) is stable, reflecting KRE’s balance sheet strength, which AM Best assesses as very strong, as well as its adequate operating performance, favourable business profile and appropriate enterprise risk management.

As the dominant and only local reinsurer in South Korea, KRE’s risk-adjusted capitalisation is assessed comfortably at the strongest level, as measured by Best’s Capital Adequacy Ratio, according to AM Best in a statement.

The credit rating agency expects the company to maintain its risk-adjusted capitalisation at an elevated level, supported by its controlled growth of underwriting risk through continued portfolio restructuring and a stable stream of income.

KRE’s strong solvency ratio and effective asset-liability management strengthen its resilience to changes in the business environment, such as interest rate fluctuations and regulatory changes, as well as provide a capital buffer for future business expansion.

AM Best assesses KRE’s operating performance as adequate, with a return-on-equity ratio of 9.4 per cent and a non-life combined ratio of 91.5 per cent. In 2024, its property/casualty lines recorded an improvement largely due to the absence of major natural catastrophes and large-scale claims in domestic and overseas markets.

While profitability in the life and health segment declined in 2024 due to valuation adjustments and higher claims, AM Best expects performance to improve following ongoing portfolio enhancements in domestic and overseas markets. Investment income is expected to remain robust, supported by a growing asset base and returns from alternative investments.

KRE was ranked as the seventh-largest IFRS 17 reporting reinsurer in the global reinsurance market in terms of gross insurance service revenue in 2024. Despite its ongoing portfolio restructuring in the domestic market, AM Best believes that KRE’s dominant market position will remain unchallenged over the medium term.

-- BERNAMA

KIOXIA SSDs Achieve Compatibility with Microchip’s Adaptec® SmartRAID 4300 Series RAID Storage Accelerator

 

KIOXIA CD8P Series Data Center SSD, KIOXIA CM7 Series Enterprise SSD, and KIOXIA CD8 Series Data Center SSD 

PCIe®/NVMe™ SSDs tested for compatibility and interoperability in the 2.5-inch form factor

TOKYO, Dec 18 (Bernama-BUSINESS WIRE) -- Kioxia Corporation today announced that its 2.5-inch KIOXIA CM7 Series Enterprise PCIe® 5.0 NVMe™ 2.0, KIOXIA CD8P Series Data Center PCIe 5.0 NVMe 2.0 and KIOXIA CD8 Series Data Center PCIe 4.0 NVMe 1.4 SSDs have been successfully tested for compatibility and interoperability with the Adaptec® SmartRAID 4300 Series RAID storage accelerator card from Microchip Technology Inc.

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The Adaptec SmartRAID 4300 accelerator supports up to 32 NVMe SSDs, with each drive directly connected to the CPU through its own dedicated channel. This design eliminates the PCIe bottleneck typically associated with a traditional single x16 host interface, enabling each SSD to operate at peak performance. This innovative architecture delivers exceptional throughput and IOPS, making it an ideal solution for data-intensive enterprise applications. The success of next-generation data center infrastructures relies on ecosystem collaboration and interoperability to ensure seamless integration of current and future technologies.

· The Microchip name and Adaptec are trademarks of Microchip Technology Inc. in the U.S.A. and other countries.

· NVMe is a registered or unregistered mark of NVM Express, Inc. in the United States and other countries.

· PCIe is a registered trademark of PCI-SIG.

· Other company names, product names and service names may be trademarks of third-party companies.
 
About Kioxia

Kioxia is a world leader in memory solutions, dedicated to the development, production and sale of flash memory and solid-state drives (SSDs). In April 2017, its predecessor Toshiba Memory was spun off from Toshiba Corporation, the company that invented NAND flash memory in 1987. Kioxia is committed to uplifting the world with “memory” by offering products, services and systems that create choice for customers and memory-based value for society. Kioxia's innovative 3D flash memory technology, BiCS FLASH™, is shaping the future of storage in high-density applications, including advanced smartphones, PCs, automotive systems, data centers and generative AI systems.

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Media Inquiries:
Kioxia Corporation
Promotion Management Division
Satoshi Shindo
Tel: +81-3-6478-2404

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--BERNAMA 

MarketAxess Surpasses $1 Trillion in Emerging Markets Trading Volume¹,² in November 2025

Emerging Markets Trading Volume Records: ³

Hard currency markets, up +11%²
Local currency markets, up +18%¹'²
Request for Market (RFM) in local markets, up +34%²
Dealer RFQ, up +36%² 

NEW YORK & SINGAPORE, Dec 18 (Bernama-BUSINESS WIRE) -- MarketAxess Holdings Inc. (Nasdaq: MKTX), the operator of a leading electronic trading platform for fixed-income securities, today announced it has surpassed $1 trillion in traded volume this year in Emerging Markets (EM) debt.¹'²

Since 2000, MarketAxess has pioneered electronic trading in EM, building a comprehensive platform that now operates across 30 local currency bond markets and over 100 hard currency bond markets. The platform supports over 1,500 institutional clients operating out of 90 global markets, trading EM hard and local currency bonds. Following the June 2025 launch of a fully-electronic workflow for the trading of Indian Government Bonds (IGBs), MarketAxess is now the only fixed income electronic trading platform that covers 100% of the J.P. Morgan GBI-EM Index, the most widely followed benchmark in its class.

“Crossing $1 trillion in emerging markets trading volume reflects our commitment to creating solutions that deliver real impact for dealers and investors,” said Chris Concannon, Chief Executive Officer at MarketAxess. “With even more countries set to join leading emerging market indices in 2026, we are well positioned to support the evolution of this asset class through technology that deepens liquidity and boosts transparency.”

MarketAxess has delivered strong growth across its Emerging Markets¹ business with record³ trading ADV of ~$5 billion, up 16%,² driven by strong growth in both local markets (+18%)² and hard currency markets (+11%)² volumes, as well as strong growth across our three strategic channels, the client-initiated, portfolio trading and dealer-initiated channels. More recently, in the client-initiated channel, the platform has built out its Targeted RFQ workflow tool to help investors transact larger trades,⁴ which has helped drive a 25%² increase in EM block⁴ trading volume globally.

“We are consistently innovating and developing trading protocols that give international investors access to dynamic debt markets,” said Dan Burke, Global Head of Emerging Markets at MarketAxess. “Our goal is to deliver solutions that not only drive global capital flows into emerging markets but also increase efficiency and drive better execution outcomes for all market participants.”

For more information on MarketAxess Emerging Markets, visit: www.marketaxess.com/trade/emerging-markets

About MarketAxess
MarketAxess (Nasdaq: MKTX) operates a leading electronic trading platform that delivers greater trading efficiency, a diversified pool of liquidity and significant cost savings to institutional investors and broker-dealers across the global fixed-income markets. Approximately 2,100 firms leverage MarketAxess’ patented technology to efficiently trade fixed-income securities. Our automated and algorithmic trading solutions, combined with our integrated and actionable data offerings, help our clients make faster, better-informed decisions on when and how to trade on our platform. MarketAxess’ award-winning Open Trading® marketplace is widely regarded as the preferred all-to-all trading solution in the global credit markets. Founded in 2000, MarketAxess connects a robust network of market participants through an advanced full trading lifecycle solution that includes automated trading solutions, intelligent data and index products and a range of post-trade services. Learn more at www.marketaxess.com and on X @MarketAxess.

Cautionary Note Regarding Forward-Looking Statements
This press release may contain forward-looking statements, including statements about the outlook and prospects for the Company, market conditions and industry growth, as well as statements about the Company’s future financial and operating performance. These and other statements that relate to future results and events are based on MarketAxess’ current expectations. The Company’s actual results in future periods may differ materially from those currently expected or desired because of a number of risks and uncertainties, including: global economic, political and market factors; the level of trading volume transacted on the MarketAxess platform; the rapidly evolving nature of the electronic financial services industry; the level and intensity of competition in the fixed-income electronic trading industry and the pricing pressures that may result; the variability of our growth rate; our ability to introduce new fee plans and our clients’ response; our ability to attract clients or adapt our technology and marketing strategy to new markets; risks related to our growing international operations; our dependence on our broker-dealer clients; the loss of any of our significant institutional investor clients; our exposure to risks resulting from non-performance by counterparties to transactions executed between our clients in which we act as an intermediary in matched principal trades; risks related to self-clearing; risks related to sanctions levied against states or individuals that could expose us to operational or regulatory risks; the effect of rapid market or technological changes on us and the users of our technology; issues related to the development and use of artificial intelligence; our dependence on third-party suppliers for key products and services; our ability to successfully maintain the integrity of our trading platform and our response to system failures, capacity constraints and business interruptions; the occurrence of design defects, errors, failures or delays with our platforms, products or services; our vulnerability to malicious cyber-attacks and attempted cybersecurity breaches; our actual or perceived failure to comply with privacy and data protection laws; our ability to protect our intellectual property rights or technology and defend against intellectual property infringement or other claims; our use of open-source software; our ability to enter into strategic alliances and to acquire other businesses and successfully integrate them with our business; our dependence on our management team and our ability to attract and retain talent; limitations on our flexibility because we operate in a highly regulated industry; the increasing government regulation of us and our clients; risks related to the divergence of U.K. and European Union legal and regulatory requirements following the U.K.’s exit from the European Union; our exposure to costs and penalties related to our extensive regulation; our risks of litigation and securities laws liability; our tax filing positions; the effects of climate change or other sustainability risks that could affect our operations or reputation; our future capital needs and our ability to obtain capital when needed; limitations on our operating flexibility contained in our credit agreement; our exposure to financial institutions by holding cash in excess of federally insured limits; and other factors. The Company undertakes no obligation to update any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise. More information about these and other factors affecting MarketAxess’ business and prospects is contained in MarketAxess’ periodic filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission and can be accessed at www.marketaxess.com.

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¹ “Emerging Markets trading volume” is defined as trading volume reported by the Company in its monthly trading volume release in the line item “Emerging Markets” within the MKTX credit product area, combined with China-related trading volume that is currently reported in the "Agency and other government bonds" line item within the MKTX rates product area. Corresponding adjustments have been made to local currency figures presented in this release, as applicable.

² All trading data is as of November 2025 and all percentage change comparisons are YTD November 2025 compared to YTD November 2024.

³ Trading volume records are based on whether the YTD November 2025 data is a record as compared to full-year data.

⁴ “Larger trades” or block trading in Emerging Markets consists of both hard currency block trades with notional trade sizes ≥ $3M and local markets block trades with notional trade sizes ≥ $5M.

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Contact

INVESTOR RELATIONS
Stephen Davidson
MarketAxess Holdings Inc.
+1 212 813 6313
sdavidson2@marketaxess.com 

MEDIA RELATIONS
Marisha Mistry
MarketAxess Holdings Inc.
+1 917 267 1232
mmistry@marketaxess.com 

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--BERNAMA

HONG KONG’S NON-LIFE INSURERS SUSTAIN PROFITABLE UNDERWRITING - AM BEST

 

KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 18 (Bernama) -- Hong Kong’s non-life insurance industry has shown an ability to sustain profitable underwriting over the past five years, supported by the performance in the general liability and property damage lines of business, according to a new AM Best report.

The global credit rating agency said accident & health (A&H) coverage remained the largest contributor to gross written premiums (GWP) between 2020 and 2024, followed by general liability, which includes employees’ compensation, and property damage.

When combined with motor, these four lines accounted for nearly 89 per cent of Hong Kong’s non-life segment GWP of HK$100.5 billion (US$12.9 billion) in 2024, AM Best said in a statement. (US$1=RM4.07)

The report noted that the industry’s overall operating profit reached HK$8.1 billion in 2024, including HK$3.3 billion in undiscounted underwriting profits. The 10 largest direct non-life insurers generated a combined underwriting profit of HK$552.8 million, representing about 17 per cent of the market’s total underwriting profit.

“The overall performance of Hong Kong’s non-life market is driven by factors such as increased consumer awareness, ongoing regulatory initiatives, and the development of the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area project,” said AM Best senior financial analyst, Stephanie Mi.

She added that a stable economic environment has also contributed to the sector’s resilience.

Based on data by the Hong Kong Insurance Authority, AM Best’s analysis stated that the direct non-life segment remains highly competitive, with no single insurer holding more than a 10 per cent market share. The non-life segment has maintained a generally stable momentum, recording GWP growth of around three to eight per cent annually from 2020 to 2023.

A&H insurance continues to be a key growth area, driven by rising demand for travel insurance and group medical coverage, especially in the post-pandemic period.

AM Best cautioned that moderate economic expansion combined with external headwinds could increase capital market volatility, potentially affecting asset prices and financial stability.

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Axi Celebrates 18 Years by Giving Back Through Community Initiatives

SYDNEY, Dec 17 (Bernama-GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Axi, a leading global provider of online CFD and FX trading, celebrated its 18^th anniversary this October, marking nearly two decades of growth, excellence, and commitment to making a positive impact.

Founded in 2007, the Australian-based broker has evolved from a two-person startup into a highly respected global group of companies, with over 400 staff members representing over 45 nationalities across nine offices worldwide, including among others Australia, Singapore, the United Kingdom, Dubai, the Philippines, India, and Vanuatu.

Across its global offices, Axi teams came together through a mix of in-person and virtual events – from shared lunches to cultural festivities and online gatherings – celebrating the company’s journey and achievements.

Adding deeper purpose to the milestone, the broker launched a series of community initiatives designed to give back in meaningful ways. Highlights included donation of goods to Foodbank NSW & ACT, a food relief organisation in Australia providing meals to Australians in need; collaboration with NCSF Uplift in Singapore to support individuals with special needs through inclusive fitness sessions; and a visit by Axi employees in India to the Swami Vivekanand Social Service Trust – a non-profit and development organisation – where they spent time with children through shared meals, games, and gifts.

"Celebrating 18 years is a proud moment for all of us – but our story is about more than growth; it’s also about purpose," said Rajesh Yohannan, CEO of Axi. "Our anniversary was an opportunity to support our communities and contribute to causes that make a positive difference in people’s lives."

As Axi remains committed to providing the edge to its traders and partners worldwide, the broker remains equally dedicated to fostering a culture of care, community, and purpose.

About Axi

Axi is a global online FX and CFD trading brand, with thousands of customers in 100+ countries worldwide. Axi offers CFDs for several asset classes including Forex, Shares, Gold, Oil, Coffee, and more.

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Expereo Helps Kingspan Light, Air + Water Remove Network Complexity and Boost Resilience Across 100 Sites Worldwide

· The partnership provides Kingspan Light, Air + Water with enhanced connectivity globally

LONDON, Dec 10 (Bernama-BUSINESS WIRE) -- Expereo, the world-leading managed Network as a Service (NaaS) provider that connects people, places and things anywhere, today announces that Kingspan Light, Air + Water, the global provider of solutions in smoke control and fire safety, natural daylighting, ventilation and cooling, sustainable water management, and safe storage, has selected Expereo to deliver a fully managed global connectivity solution.

Kingspan Light, Air + Water had grown rapidly through acquisitions, leaving it with a fragmented network of multiple contracts, vendors and compliance requirements across 100 locations in 22 countries. Previously, multiple contracts, vendors and compliance requirements created complexity, with local changes often going unreported - leading to missed renewals, undocumented modifications and poor visibility into network health. This made diagnosing issues and distinguishing application problems from infrastructure failures extremely difficult.

To overcome these challenges, Kingspan Light, Air + Water partnered with Expereo to deliver a fully managed global connectivity solution. Expereo was chosen for its ability to design, implement, transition and support a single, standardised network under one agreement. The solution combines broadband, Dedicated Internet Access (DIA) and Low Earth Orbit (LEO) satellite services to ensure robust business continuity - essential for production sites that make up a third of Kingspan Light, Air + Water’s global footprint.

At the heart of the solution is expereoOne, Expereo’s NaaS platform, which gives Kingspan Light, Air + Water a single view of its entire network. The platform enables the IT team to monitor performance, track delivery dates, manage trouble tickets and deactivate services digitally. It also simplifies ordering and invoicing, making it easy to view quotes, place orders and maintain full transparency across all sites.

Ben Elms, CEO of Expereo, says: "I’m delighted we are supporting Kingspan Light, Air + Water in the next phase of its digital transformation. Global businesses face huge challenges managing fragmented networks across multiple regions - and our fully managed service combined with the expereoOne platform deliver the visibility and control Kingspan Light, Air + Water needs. By providing a single source of truth for all sites and services – we’re removing complexity, strengthening resilience and giving the organisation the security to scale and innovate without worrying about network risk."

Fergal Moore, Divisional Head of Infrastructure & Cyber Security at Kingspan Light, Air + Water, says: “expereoOne has transformed how we manage our global network. For the first time - we now have a single view of all services, contracts and performance across every site. This gives us confidence, control and the ability to make decisions quickly – putting us in the best place to capitalise on our growth ambitions.”

About Expereo

Expereo is a world-leading Managed Network as a Service provider that connects people, places, and things anywhere. Solutions include Global Internet, SD-WAN/SASE, and Enhanced Internet. With an extensive global reach, Expereo is the trusted partner of 60% of Fortune 500 companies. It powers enterprise and government sites in more than 190 countries, with the ability to connect to any location worldwide, working with over 2,300 partners to help customers improve productivity and empowering their networks and cloud services with the agility, flexibility, and value of the Internet, with optimal network performance.

Expereo was acquired in Feb 2021, by Vitruvian Partners which acquired a majority shareholding from Seven2.

About Kingspan Light, Air + Water

Kingspan Light, Air + Water are a global division of Kingspan Group operating in 24 countries worldwide. We deliver cutting edge solutions in Smoke Control + Fire Safety, Daylighting, Ventilation + Cooling, Sustainable Water Management, and Safe Storage. Service and maintenance packages are also a core part of our offering, ensuring safety and compliance for our customers.

Our mission is to create healthier, safer, and more comfortable spaces for people while safeguarding the planet’s natural resources.

View source version on businesswire.com: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20251209015897/en/ 

Contact

Scarlett King
+44 7534252295

Source : Expereo

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