KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 9 (Bernama) -- Arla Foods Ingredients will showcase three personalised clear protein shake concepts at SupplySide Global in Las Vegas from Oct 28 to 30, targeting consumers with different sports performance and recovery needs.
In a statement, Arla Foods Ingredients said the concepts are designed to offer an alternative to traditional milk-based protein shakes, combining whey proteins with functional ingredients to support strength, endurance and mobility.
Arla Foods Ingredients Senior Director of Performance Nutrition, Peter Schouw Andersen said the concepts demonstrated the versatility of clear whey protein isolates in developing products tailored to different consumer needs and performance goals.
The BUILD resistance shake combines Lacprodan ISO.RefreshShake whey protein with creatine for strength-focused activities such as weightlifting and CrossFit.
The SUSTAIN endurance shake uses Lacprodan Pro2O with carbohydrates and electrolytes for activities including running and cycling, while the MOVE mobility shake combines Lacprodan ISO.WaterShake with collagen for activities such as yoga, Pilates, gymnastics and dance.
Visitors to the event can also sample other concepts at the company's booth, including an aerated milk protein bar, a high-protein water-based shot designed for consumers with reduced appetite, and a sparkling fruit-flavoured protein soda.
The protein bar uses Nutrilac PB-8420 to support aeration and texture stability, while the 100-millilitre protein shot contains 21 grammes of protein and is fat-free, sugar-free and low in lactose. The protein soda uses Lacprodan Pro2O to deliver a clear, low-viscosity beverage.
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Friday, October 9, 2026
Thursday, October 8, 2026
HELICAL FUSION RAISES ABOUT US$20.6 MLN IN SERIES B SECOND CLOSE
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| Helical Fusion and new investors for the Series B 2nd close |
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 8 (Bernama) -- Helical Fusion Co Ltd, a fusion energy company, has announced the completion of a 3.23 billion Japanese yen (approximately US$20.6 million) Series B second close (US$1 = RM4.08).
The round marks another expansion of the industrial coalition forming around Helical Fusion’s Helix Program, with Japanese electrical and industrial equipment manufacturer Fuji Electric Co Ltd joining as an investor and Official Partner of the Helix Program.
In a statement, Helical Fusion said Fuji Electric’s participation represents a significant expansion of the industrial capabilities being brought into the Helix Program.
Through the new capital and business alliance, the companies will broaden their collaboration towards the development of products, services, and advanced technologies required for future fusion power systems.
“The Helix Program is steadily moving forward. At the Helix HARUKA construction site, our team and industrial partners are working together every day to turn fusion technology into real hardware.
“The participation of Fuji Electric and other leading companies across Japan’s energy and industrial sectors further strengthens the foundation for building a new energy industry,” said Helical Fusion Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer, Takaya Taguchi.
Other new investors in the second close include Hazama Ando Corporation, Fujikura Ltd, Tokyo Gas Co Ltd, KKT LLC, and URATA Co Ltd. The round also included investments from Ecrowd NEXT, a fund designed for individual investors, alongside multiple corporate and individual investors.
Together with other funding, including the Gifu Prime Startup Support Subsidy administered by the Gifu Prefecture Industrial Economic Promotion Center, Helical Fusion’s cumulative funding has reached approximately 13.15 billion Japanese yen (approximately US$83.8 million), including grants and loans.
The new capital will accelerate the Helix Program, Helical Fusion’s development roadmap towards integrated demonstration with Helix HARUKA and subsequent net-electricity generation with Helix KANATA, its first fusion power plant, in the 2030s.
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Best’s Market Segment Report: AM Best Maintains Stable Outlook on Indonesia’s Non-Life Insurance Segment
SINGAPORE, Oct 8 (Bernama-BUSINESS WIRE) -- AM Best has maintained its stable outlook on Indonesia’s non-life insurance segment, citing in part resilient macroeconomic fundamentals in the nation that continue to support premium growth prospects and operating earnings for insurers.
According to the Best’s Market Segment Report, “Market Segment Outlook: Indonesia Non-Life Insurance,” regulatory measures continue to strengthen the segment’s financial resilience and risk management while specific steps aimed at managing medical inflation are expected to benefit the country’s domestic health insurance sector.
“We expect prospective premium growth among Indonesia’s insurers to remain robust, but profitability continues to be constrained by claims inflation and competitive market conditions,” said XinYa Ong, financial analyst, AM Best.
While the majority of Indonesia’s insurance and reinsurance companies have met the phase-one minimum equity requirement of IDR 250 billion as of July 2026, ahead of the year-end deadline, meeting these requirements will remain a challenge for country’s financially weaker non-life insurers with limited financial flexibility. In addition, Indonesia’s insurance industry is preparing for the phased implementation of a new risk-based capital (RBC) framework, with regulatory reporting expected to begin in 2027. The moves are part of a broader effort to align with evolving international standards.
“Although the implications for individual insurers will only become clearer as implementation progresses, the transition may drive stronger capital discipline and risk management practices across the industry over time,” said Chris Lim, director, AM Best.
Indonesia’s non-life segment continues to increase pricing in response to rising claims costs, higher claims frequency, and pressure on underwriting margins. While this segment remains broadly resilient, margin pressures have intensified across core business lines, such as credit and health insurance. Non-life insurers in Indonesia continue to benefit from adequate reinsurance capacity, supported by access to both domestic and international reinsurance markets.
To access the full copy of this report, please visit http://www3.ambest.com/bestweek/purchase.asp?record_code=369356.
AM Best will participate at the 30th annual Indonesia Rendezvous and Conference, which will take place 12-15 October 2026, at the Bali International Convention Centre in Bali, Indonesia. To learn more about the event, visit here.
AM Best will be exhibiting at the event, and visitors to Booth #S7 can learn more about the resources AM Best offers to insurance professionals, including Best’s Credit Ratings and Best’s National Scale Rating for Indonesia. Additionally, Rob Curtis, managing director and chief executive officer of AM Best’s Asia Pacific operations, and Johnathan Wong, senior market development analyst, will be in attendance and will be available for meetings. To arrange a meeting with Curtis, please email rob.curtis@ambest.com, or johnathan.wong@ambest.com to meet with Wong.
AM Best is a global credit rating agency, news publisher and data analytics provider specialising in the insurance industry. Headquartered in the United States, the company does business in over 100 countries with regional offices in London, Amsterdam, Dubai, Hong Kong, Singapore and Mexico City. For more information, visit www.ambest.com.
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XinYa Ong
Financial Analyst
+65 6303 5024
xinya.ong@ambest.com
Chris Lim
Director, Analytics
+65 6303 5018
chris.lim@ambest.com
Christopher Sharkey
Associate Director, Public Relations
+1 908 882 2310
christopher.sharkey@ambest.com
Cynthia Ang
Senior Industry Research Analyst
+65 6303 5026
cynthia.ang@ambest.com
Source : AM Best
According to the Best’s Market Segment Report, “Market Segment Outlook: Indonesia Non-Life Insurance,” regulatory measures continue to strengthen the segment’s financial resilience and risk management while specific steps aimed at managing medical inflation are expected to benefit the country’s domestic health insurance sector.
“We expect prospective premium growth among Indonesia’s insurers to remain robust, but profitability continues to be constrained by claims inflation and competitive market conditions,” said XinYa Ong, financial analyst, AM Best.
While the majority of Indonesia’s insurance and reinsurance companies have met the phase-one minimum equity requirement of IDR 250 billion as of July 2026, ahead of the year-end deadline, meeting these requirements will remain a challenge for country’s financially weaker non-life insurers with limited financial flexibility. In addition, Indonesia’s insurance industry is preparing for the phased implementation of a new risk-based capital (RBC) framework, with regulatory reporting expected to begin in 2027. The moves are part of a broader effort to align with evolving international standards.
“Although the implications for individual insurers will only become clearer as implementation progresses, the transition may drive stronger capital discipline and risk management practices across the industry over time,” said Chris Lim, director, AM Best.
Indonesia’s non-life segment continues to increase pricing in response to rising claims costs, higher claims frequency, and pressure on underwriting margins. While this segment remains broadly resilient, margin pressures have intensified across core business lines, such as credit and health insurance. Non-life insurers in Indonesia continue to benefit from adequate reinsurance capacity, supported by access to both domestic and international reinsurance markets.
To access the full copy of this report, please visit http://www3.ambest.com/bestweek/purchase.asp?record_code=369356.
AM Best will participate at the 30th annual Indonesia Rendezvous and Conference, which will take place 12-15 October 2026, at the Bali International Convention Centre in Bali, Indonesia. To learn more about the event, visit here.
AM Best will be exhibiting at the event, and visitors to Booth #S7 can learn more about the resources AM Best offers to insurance professionals, including Best’s Credit Ratings and Best’s National Scale Rating for Indonesia. Additionally, Rob Curtis, managing director and chief executive officer of AM Best’s Asia Pacific operations, and Johnathan Wong, senior market development analyst, will be in attendance and will be available for meetings. To arrange a meeting with Curtis, please email rob.curtis@ambest.com, or johnathan.wong@ambest.com to meet with Wong.
AM Best is a global credit rating agency, news publisher and data analytics provider specialising in the insurance industry. Headquartered in the United States, the company does business in over 100 countries with regional offices in London, Amsterdam, Dubai, Hong Kong, Singapore and Mexico City. For more information, visit www.ambest.com.
Copyright © 2026 by A.M. Best Rating Services, Inc. and/or its affiliates. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED.
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Contact
XinYa Ong
Financial Analyst
+65 6303 5024
xinya.ong@ambest.com
Chris Lim
Director, Analytics
+65 6303 5018
chris.lim@ambest.com
Christopher Sharkey
Associate Director, Public Relations
+1 908 882 2310
christopher.sharkey@ambest.com
Cynthia Ang
Senior Industry Research Analyst
+65 6303 5026
cynthia.ang@ambest.com
Source : AM Best
Wednesday, October 7, 2026
Gradiant Expands India Operations with New Leadership, Five Contract Wins, and 40% Team Growth
CHENNAI, India, Oct 7 (Bernama-BUSINESS WIRE) -- India is building the factories behind the AI economy, and every one of them runs on water. Today, Gradiant, the water layer of the AI economy, announced a series of milestones reinforcing its position in India: a new Managing Director for the country, five new design-build contracts across semiconductor, printed circuit board (PCB), and solar manufacturing, and plans to grow its India team by more than 40% this year.
Gradiant named Hari Prasad as Managing Director, India, to lead its growth across semiconductors, data centers, and energy. Hari brings nearly 30 years of water technology leadership, most recently as General Manager, Industrial Water at Pentair, following senior roles across India, the Middle East, and Africa.
The new contracts span chips, electronics, and clean energy, and include a repeat award from a global chipmaker expanding its fab. Gradiant will deliver ultrapure water, wastewater treatment, and zero liquid discharge (ZLD) systems, keeping customers' production running while meeting India's strict discharge standards. Customers selected Gradiant for its high water recovery, reliable ZLD performance, and speed of execution.
To support this momentum, Gradiant is expanding its India team across engineering, project execution, operations, and digital roles, including at the Gradiant Engineering Center in Coimbatore, which supports the company's projects worldwide.
"India is fast becoming one of the most important places to build the AI supply chain, from chips to circuit boards to solar cells," said Prakash Govindan, CEO of Gradiant. "When a chipmaker comes back to us for its next expansion, that is the strongest endorsement we can get. With Hari's leadership and an engineering team in India that serves customers here and around the world, we are well placed to be the single accountable water partner for that build-out."
Gradiant designs, builds, and operates the water layer underpinning the AI economy, across chips, data centers, energy, and applied industries. As India accelerates semiconductor, electronics, and clean energy manufacturing, water availability, reliability, and ZLD compliance are becoming as strategic as power and land in determining where, and how fast, that capacity gets built.
"Our orders in India are on track to more than double this year, with revenue set to more than triple," said Hari Prasad, Managing Director, Gradiant India. "A fab or a solar plant can't run a single shift without water, and the ZLD rules here leave no room for shortcuts. That is exactly where Gradiant wins, and with the pipeline in front of us, we need more engineers to keep up."
Careers at Gradiant India: https://gradiant.com/contact/careers/
About Gradiant
Gradiant is the Water Layer of the AI Economy. Founded at MIT and headquartered in Boston, Gradiant builds the water and wastewater infrastructure behind AI's build-out, from chips and data centers to the energy and industries that depend on them. As AI demand accelerates, water is becoming the resource that determines what can be built. Gradiant's technologies reduce what industry withdraws, reclaim what it would waste, and renew clean water to nature, with more than 3,000 treatment plants built across 92 countries. Learn more at gradiant.com.
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Corporate Contact
Nandagopal Polamada
Gradiant, Global Marketing Manager
pnandagopal@gradiant.com
Source : Gradiant
Gradiant named Hari Prasad as Managing Director, India, to lead its growth across semiconductors, data centers, and energy. Hari brings nearly 30 years of water technology leadership, most recently as General Manager, Industrial Water at Pentair, following senior roles across India, the Middle East, and Africa.
The new contracts span chips, electronics, and clean energy, and include a repeat award from a global chipmaker expanding its fab. Gradiant will deliver ultrapure water, wastewater treatment, and zero liquid discharge (ZLD) systems, keeping customers' production running while meeting India's strict discharge standards. Customers selected Gradiant for its high water recovery, reliable ZLD performance, and speed of execution.
To support this momentum, Gradiant is expanding its India team across engineering, project execution, operations, and digital roles, including at the Gradiant Engineering Center in Coimbatore, which supports the company's projects worldwide.
"India is fast becoming one of the most important places to build the AI supply chain, from chips to circuit boards to solar cells," said Prakash Govindan, CEO of Gradiant. "When a chipmaker comes back to us for its next expansion, that is the strongest endorsement we can get. With Hari's leadership and an engineering team in India that serves customers here and around the world, we are well placed to be the single accountable water partner for that build-out."
Gradiant designs, builds, and operates the water layer underpinning the AI economy, across chips, data centers, energy, and applied industries. As India accelerates semiconductor, electronics, and clean energy manufacturing, water availability, reliability, and ZLD compliance are becoming as strategic as power and land in determining where, and how fast, that capacity gets built.
"Our orders in India are on track to more than double this year, with revenue set to more than triple," said Hari Prasad, Managing Director, Gradiant India. "A fab or a solar plant can't run a single shift without water, and the ZLD rules here leave no room for shortcuts. That is exactly where Gradiant wins, and with the pipeline in front of us, we need more engineers to keep up."
Careers at Gradiant India: https://gradiant.com/contact/careers/
About Gradiant
Gradiant is the Water Layer of the AI Economy. Founded at MIT and headquartered in Boston, Gradiant builds the water and wastewater infrastructure behind AI's build-out, from chips and data centers to the energy and industries that depend on them. As AI demand accelerates, water is becoming the resource that determines what can be built. Gradiant's technologies reduce what industry withdraws, reclaim what it would waste, and renew clean water to nature, with more than 3,000 treatment plants built across 92 countries. Learn more at gradiant.com.
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Corporate Contact
Nandagopal Polamada
Gradiant, Global Marketing Manager
pnandagopal@gradiant.com
Source : Gradiant
Tuesday, October 6, 2026
Guardsquare Accelerates Asia-Pacific Growth with Office Opening in Singapore
Guardsquare celebrates the opening of its first Asia-Pacific office in Singapore on October 1, 2026, joined by employees, partners, customers, and government representatives.
Mobile application security leader expands its APAC presence to help financial services, healthcare, retail, government, and other industries combat sophisticated app tampering and fraud threats
SINGAPORE & LEUVEN, Belgium, Oct 6 (Bernama-BUSINESS WIRE) -- Guardsquare, the leading provider of mobile application security, today announced the opening of its regional office in Singapore. Its first physical presence in Asia-Pacific (APAC) builds on a customer base of more than 200 organizations across Asia and 50% year-over-year revenue growth in the region.
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Located at 9 Temasek Blvd, Suntec Tower 2, #15-02A, Guardsquare’s new office will serve as an operational and technical center of excellence for Asia-Pacific, with dedicated sales, technical support, and solutions engineering teams. The office will help the company serve rising demand for mobile application and API security across testing, protection, threat intelligence, and app attestation.
Guardsquare marked the milestone on October 1 with an on-site celebration, attended by regional partners, customers, government representatives, and local business leaders. Speakers included Roel Caers, CEO of Guardsquare; Severine de Potter, Belgium's Ambassador to Singapore; Soo Haw Yun, Vice President, Global Enterprises, Singapore Economic Development Board; and Kim De Meyer, Science and Technology Counselor at Flanders Investment & Trade (FIT).
“The Asia Pacific region is operating at the frontier of the global mobile economy, with organizations building increasingly sophisticated, high-value applications that their users rely on every day,” said Roel Caers, CEO of Guardsquare. “As the market leader in mobile application security, our presence in Singapore ensures regional developers have direct access to the most comprehensive security available, so they can build, release, and defend their mobile apps with confidence.”
"Guardsquare's decision to establish its first APAC office in Singapore reflects our role as a trusted base for companies to drive growth in the region. The expansion is a valuable addition to our vibrant cybersecurity ecosystem, and we look forward to partnering with Guardsquare in creating opportunities for local talent and delivering impactful solutions across the region," said Soo Haw Yun, Vice President, Global Enterprises, Singapore Economic Development Board.
The investment comes as Southeast Asia’s digital economy is projected to surpass $300 billion and more than 60% of payments in the region are digital, according to Google, Temasek, and Bain & Company. As mobile banking, digital wallets, and super-apps expand, the team will help organizations protect their applications against tampering, reverse engineering, and fraud while addressing growing regulatory expectations.
The opening event also served to deepen Guardsquare's relationships with key regional partners and customers. Guardsquare works with a growing network of partners across APAC to bring its mobile application security platform — including DexGuard, iXGuard, AppSweep, App Attestation, and ThreatCast — to organizations across the region’s banking, fintech, and retail sectors, among others.
“Proximity to our customers and partners is paramount in cybersecurity,” said Philippe Cazaubon, APAC managing director, Guardsquare. “Organizations across the region are navigating dynamic regulatory environments and increasingly sophisticated threat landscapes. Establishing our direct presence in Singapore allows us to deepen our relationships across the local ecosystem, collaborate more closely with our channel network, and deliver responsive, in-region support to help organizations protect their mobile innovations and revenue stream.”
The Singapore office joins Guardsquare’s six other offices worldwide, marking a milestone in the company’s global expansion. The company is hiring across sales, marketing, and engineering in Singapore. To explore current opportunities, visit the Singapore careers page: https://www.guardsquare.com/careers#singapore
About Guardsquare
Guardsquare offers the most complete approach to mobile application security on the market, delivering the highest level of protection, with ease. Guardsquare integrates seamlessly across the full development cycle, from mobile app security testing and code hardening to real-time threat detection and API security. Guardsquare provides enhanced mobile application security across the entire development process. More than 1,000 customers worldwide across all major industries rely on Guardsquare to help them identify security risks and protect their mobile applications and SDKs against reverse engineering and tampering in the ever-evolving threat landscape. Learn more atGuardsquare.com and onLinkedIn.
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Philippe Cazaubon
Managing Director, APAC region
Guardsquare
philippe.cazaubon@guardsquare.com
Tracy Wemett
BroadPR for Guardsquare
+1-617-868-5031
tracy@broadpr.com
Source : Guardsquare
Monday, October 5, 2026
Digital Science appoints Charlesworth as strategic sales partner of Altmetric and Dimensions in China’s scholarly publishing sector
London, UK, Oct.6, 2026 / Agility-AsiaNet/--
Digital Science has appointed Charlesworth as its strategic sales partner of Altmetric and Dimensions in China’s scholarly publishing sector. This collaboration aims to support the growing demand for research data and information across this rapidly developing market.
China’s local publishing industry has grown significantly in scale and maturity, with journal publishers actively strengthening their international position, investing in publishing capability and seeking greater insight into the reach and impact of research.
The partnership brings together Digital Science’s research technology and data solutions with Charlesworth’s extensive knowledge of the Chinese publishing market and established relationships across publishing clusters, publishers and journals.
Dimensions is one of the world’s largest connected research databases, with 430M+ interconnected records – including publications, conference abstracts, grants, patents, clinical trials and more – enabling users to discover and analyze the global research landscape.
Altmetric tracks and analyzes engagement with research as it is shared, mentioned, reviewed and read online, providing insight into the attention surrounding research beyond traditional citations.
Together, the products can support the continued development of Chinese publishers by providing greater access to research information and a broader understanding of the reach and attention generated by published research.
Michael Evans , CEO of Charlesworth, said:
“Chinese scholarly publishing has developed significantly over recent years. We are seeing increasingly ambitious publishers, publishing clusters and journals looking to build their capabilities, strengthen their international presence and better understand their position within the global research landscape.
“Charlesworth has worked with Chinese publishers for many years, giving us a strong understanding of both the market and its changing needs. Altmetric and Dimensions are highly relevant to this next stage of growth, and we are delighted to be working with Digital Science to make these products more accessible to publishers across China.”
Stephen Leicht , CEO of Digital Science said:
“China is an important and rapidly developing part of the global research ecosystem. As its publishing sector continues to grow and mature, access to high-quality research data and insights can play an important role in supporting that development. Charlesworth’s knowledge of the local market and relationships across the publishing community make them an excellent partner for Digital Science in China.”
The agreement builds on Charlesworth’s long-standing work with the Chinese scholarly publishing community and its role in connecting publishing clusters, publishers and journals with international publishing expertise, technology and services.
About Charlesworth
Charlesworth, part of Enago, works with publishers and the wider research community in China and internationally, providing sales, marketing, technology and author services to support the development and internationalisation of scholarly publishing.
About Digital Science
Digital Science is an AI-focused technology company providing innovative solutions to complex challenges faced by researchers, universities, governments, funders, industry and publishers. We work in partnership to advance global research for the benefit of society. Through our brands – Altmetric, Dimensions, Figshare, IFI CLAIMS Patent Services, metaphacts, Overleaf, ReadCube, Symplectic, and Writefull – we believe when we solve problems together, we drive progress for all. Visit digital-science.com and follow Digital Science on Bluesky , on X or on LinkedIn .
Media Contact
David Ellis , Press, PR & Social Manager, Digital Science: d.ellis@digital-science.com
SOURCE: Digital Science
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China’s local publishing industry has grown significantly in scale and maturity, with journal publishers actively strengthening their international position, investing in publishing capability and seeking greater insight into the reach and impact of research.
The partnership brings together Digital Science’s research technology and data solutions with Charlesworth’s extensive knowledge of the Chinese publishing market and established relationships across publishing clusters, publishers and journals.
Dimensions is one of the world’s largest connected research databases, with 430M+ interconnected records – including publications, conference abstracts, grants, patents, clinical trials and more – enabling users to discover and analyze the global research landscape.
Altmetric tracks and analyzes engagement with research as it is shared, mentioned, reviewed and read online, providing insight into the attention surrounding research beyond traditional citations.
Together, the products can support the continued development of Chinese publishers by providing greater access to research information and a broader understanding of the reach and attention generated by published research.
Michael Evans , CEO of Charlesworth, said:
“Chinese scholarly publishing has developed significantly over recent years. We are seeing increasingly ambitious publishers, publishing clusters and journals looking to build their capabilities, strengthen their international presence and better understand their position within the global research landscape.
“Charlesworth has worked with Chinese publishers for many years, giving us a strong understanding of both the market and its changing needs. Altmetric and Dimensions are highly relevant to this next stage of growth, and we are delighted to be working with Digital Science to make these products more accessible to publishers across China.”
Stephen Leicht , CEO of Digital Science said:
“China is an important and rapidly developing part of the global research ecosystem. As its publishing sector continues to grow and mature, access to high-quality research data and insights can play an important role in supporting that development. Charlesworth’s knowledge of the local market and relationships across the publishing community make them an excellent partner for Digital Science in China.”
The agreement builds on Charlesworth’s long-standing work with the Chinese scholarly publishing community and its role in connecting publishing clusters, publishers and journals with international publishing expertise, technology and services.
About Charlesworth
Charlesworth, part of Enago, works with publishers and the wider research community in China and internationally, providing sales, marketing, technology and author services to support the development and internationalisation of scholarly publishing.
About Digital Science
Digital Science is an AI-focused technology company providing innovative solutions to complex challenges faced by researchers, universities, governments, funders, industry and publishers. We work in partnership to advance global research for the benefit of society. Through our brands – Altmetric, Dimensions, Figshare, IFI CLAIMS Patent Services, metaphacts, Overleaf, ReadCube, Symplectic, and Writefull – we believe when we solve problems together, we drive progress for all. Visit digital-science.com and follow Digital Science on Bluesky , on X or on LinkedIn .
Media Contact
David Ellis , Press, PR & Social Manager, Digital Science: d.ellis@digital-science.com
SOURCE: Digital Science
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Saturday, October 3, 2026
SingSaver, Singapore's Leading Personal Finance Platform, Launches Home Loans Segment
- Affiliate partnership with Redbrick Mortgage Advisory gives SingSaver users bank-by-bank rate comparison and advice through to application
- The launch takes SingSaver into Singapore's largest household debt category, worth S$296.4 billion, where the gap between bank home loan rates and the HDB concessionary rate of 2.6% can add up to hundreds of dollars a month for borrowers
SINGAPORE, Sept 29 (Bernama-GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- SingSaver, Singapore's leading personal finance comparison platform and part of Nasdaq-listed MoneyHero Group (NASDAQ: MNY), today launched a Home Loans comparison category in partnership with Redbrick Mortgage Advisory. The launch takes SingSaver into the largest category of household debt in Singapore and extends its product suite beyond credit cards, personal loans, insurance and brokerage.
Under the partnership, SingSaver contributes its brand and high-intent user base, connecting Singaporeans researching home loans with Redbrick's comparison and advisory service. Redbrick manages the underlying bank panel and broker relationships, handling the process from comparison through to application.
Home loans represent Singapore's single largest household debt category. Outstanding home loans reached S$296.4 billion in the first quarter of 2026. This accounted for approximately 71%of total household debt. The balance has grown for ten consecutive quarters, according to data released by the Department of Statistics (SingStat) and the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS).
A Shifting Rate Environment
The partnership lands at a point when the cost of not comparing has become easy to quantify. Three-month compounded Singapore Overnight Rate Average (SORA), the benchmark banks use to price most floating-rate mortgages,stood around 1.19% in mid-September 2026. Bank mortgage packages have followed suit, with rates across major lenders now well below the HDB concessionary rate of 2.6%, which has not changed since Q2 of 2026.
For a borrower with S$800,000 outstanding, the difference between 2.6% and 1.4% is roughly S$454 a month, or about S$5,400 a year. On a S$300,000 HDB loan, it is closer to S$170 a month. That arithmetic is driving a refinancing wave, concentrated among HDB flat owners whose lock-in periods have expired and who are comparing bank packages for the first time.
"Home loans are the single biggest financial commitment most Singaporeans will make, yet the market has stayed fragmented and hard to compare. Redbrick is one of the most established names in mortgage advisory in Singapore, and this partnership closes a genuine gap in our platform at a time when falling rates are pushing more homeowners to actively shop around," said Ayush Goyal, Managing Director at SingSaver.
"Redbrick's role has always been to give Singaporean homeowners impartial, expert guidance through one of the biggest financial decisions they will make. This partnership puts that guidance in front of a much wider pool of homeowners, right at the point they start comparing their options, and lets more people access the high standard of advice we've built our name on,” said Eugene Huang, Co-founder and director of Redbrick Mortgage Advisory.
The launch builds on growth SingSaver has already seen in higher-ticket lending, including its personal loans and brokerage categories, and positions the platform in one of the largest consumer lending markets in Singapore.
The Home Loans category is now live on SingSaver’s website here.
About MoneyHero Group
MoneyHero Limited (NASDAQ: MNY) is a tech- and AI-powered personal finance aggregation and comparison platform that provides consumers with actionable insights to discover, compare, and choose the best financial products with confidence — bringing data intelligence and seamless digital access across insurance and banking solutions. The Company operates in Singapore, Hong Kong, Taiwan and the Philippines. Its brand portfolio includes B2C platforms MoneyHero, SingSaver, Money101, Moneymax and Seedly, as well as the B2B platform Creatory. MoneyHero had over 280 commercial partner relationships as at June 30, 2026, and had approximately 3.7 million Monthly Unique Users across its platform for the three months ended June 30, 2026. The Company’s backers include Peter Thiel—co-founder of PayPal, Palantir Technologies, and the Founders Fund—and Hong Kong businessman, Richard Li, the founder and chairman of Pacific Century Group. To learn more about MoneyHero and how the innovative fintech company is driving APAC’s digital economy, please visit www.MoneyHeroGroup.com.
About Redbrick Mortgage Advisory
Redbrick is Singapore’s largest independent mortgage advisory firm, renowned for its expertise in financial analysis and mortgage planning concepts. The firm provides unbiased property financing, mortgage advisory, and optimization services to its clients at no cost. By partnering with all leading banking and financial institutions in Singapore, Redbrick ensures that the latest information and resources are always at its fingertips, ready to be deployed for the benefit of its clients.
Forward-Looking Statements
This press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of the safe harbour provisions of the U.S. Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995, including statements regarding the anticipated benefits of the partnership and SingSaver's expansion into the home loans category. These statements are based on current expectations and assumptions and are subject to risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially. MoneyHero Group undertakes no obligation to update these statements except as required by law.
Media Contact
Ellerton & Co. on behalf of SingSaver / MoneyHero Group
moneyhero@ellerton.sg
SOURCE: MoneyHero Limited
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Bodor Laser Marks 10,000-Machine Milestone, Turning Manufacturing Scale into Customer Value
JINAN, China, Sept 29 (Bernama-GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Bodor Laser has reached a new production milestone, with its 10,000th machine of 2026 officially rolling off the production line.
The milestone reflects the continued expansion of Bodor’s manufacturing capacity and its ability to coordinate production, quality control, delivery and customer support as its global installed base grows.
Scaling manufacturing requires more than increasing output. Higher production volumes place greater demands on material preparation, scheduling, assembly, testing and inspection. At Bodor Laser, each machine follows defined production and inspection procedures before delivery, helping maintain consistency as production expands.
The milestone also carries direct significance for customers. Each machine enters a manufacturing environment where equipment performance can affect production efficiency, processing capability and operational continuity. As more machines are delivered worldwide, maintaining reliable manufacturing standards becomes increasingly important.
Alongside production growth, Bodor Laser continues to strengthen its global service capabilities. Its service system supports customers throughout different stages of machine operation, including installation, technical support, troubleshooting and ongoing service.
A growing international installed base also brings more diverse service requirements. Different markets, machine configurations and applications require coordinated service teams, standardized processes and access to technical and application expertise. For Bodor, expanding service capacity alongside manufacturing is therefore an important part of supporting customers over the operational life of their equipment.
The 10,000-machine milestone highlights the connection between manufacturing and service: manufacturing determines how equipment is produced and delivered, while service supports customers once the equipment enters operation. Together, they form the foundation for long-term customer relationships.
Looking ahead, Bodor Laser will continue to strengthen its manufacturing and service capabilities as its global business expands.
For Bodor Laser, the milestone represents both a measurable result of its manufacturing development in 2026 and an ongoing commitment to ensuring that its equipment continues to support customers in daily production.
Media Contact:
www.bodor.com
Jack Thompson
info@bodor.com
A video accompanying this announcement is available at
https://www.globenewswire.com/NewsRoom/AttachmentNg/aad21b65-589d-4dcf-982b-bc72e6c05eeb
SOURCE: Bodor Laser Inc.
Scaling manufacturing requires more than increasing output. Higher production volumes place greater demands on material preparation, scheduling, assembly, testing and inspection. At Bodor Laser, each machine follows defined production and inspection procedures before delivery, helping maintain consistency as production expands.
The milestone also carries direct significance for customers. Each machine enters a manufacturing environment where equipment performance can affect production efficiency, processing capability and operational continuity. As more machines are delivered worldwide, maintaining reliable manufacturing standards becomes increasingly important.
Alongside production growth, Bodor Laser continues to strengthen its global service capabilities. Its service system supports customers throughout different stages of machine operation, including installation, technical support, troubleshooting and ongoing service.
A growing international installed base also brings more diverse service requirements. Different markets, machine configurations and applications require coordinated service teams, standardized processes and access to technical and application expertise. For Bodor, expanding service capacity alongside manufacturing is therefore an important part of supporting customers over the operational life of their equipment.
The 10,000-machine milestone highlights the connection between manufacturing and service: manufacturing determines how equipment is produced and delivered, while service supports customers once the equipment enters operation. Together, they form the foundation for long-term customer relationships.
Looking ahead, Bodor Laser will continue to strengthen its manufacturing and service capabilities as its global business expands.
For Bodor Laser, the milestone represents both a measurable result of its manufacturing development in 2026 and an ongoing commitment to ensuring that its equipment continues to support customers in daily production.
Media Contact:
www.bodor.com
Jack Thompson
info@bodor.com
A video accompanying this announcement is available at
https://www.globenewswire.com/NewsRoom/AttachmentNg/aad21b65-589d-4dcf-982b-bc72e6c05eeb
SOURCE: Bodor Laser Inc.
Thursday, October 1, 2026
MIDOCEAN SECURES OVER US$4 BLN IN 2026 CAPITAL RAISE
KUALA LUMPUR, Oct 2 (Bernama) -- MidOcean Energy (MidOcean), a liquefied natural gas (LNG) company formed and managed by EIG, has concluded its 2026 equity capital raise, securing more than US$4 billion of closed and pending commitments over the last 12 months. (US$1 = RM4.08)
In a statement, the company said the raise included commitments from new strategic and institutional investors, as well as significant re-ups from existing investors, with the capital committed significantly exceeding MidOcean’s original target of US$2 billion.
MidOcean Chairman and EIG Chief Executive Officer (CEO), R. Blair Thomas said the progress achieved in this capital raise represents a major milestone for MidOcean and supports its strategy of building a scaled, diversified and resilient global LNG platform.
“We believe LNG will continue to play an essential role in supporting energy security and global economic growth, and that MidOcean is well positioned to benefit from these long-term market fundamentals,” said Thomas, who also welcomed the new investors and thanked existing shareholders for their continued support and confidence.
Meanwhile, MidOcean CEO, De la Rey Venter said the company has built a high-quality LNG portfolio with strong cash flow characteristics and meaningful growth optionality, positioning it to advance its pipeline of opportunities.
The raise includes commitments from strategic investors, sovereign-linked institutions and financial investors, including the Private Department of Sheikh Mohammed bin Khalid Al Nahyan, NYK Line (through Diamond Gas MidOcean), The Arab Energy Fund, Shizuoka Gas and several Korean institutional investors.
The proceeds are expected to enhance MidOcean’s balance sheet flexibility and position the company to pursue a pipeline of LNG growth opportunities encompassing both cash-generating and development assets.
MidOcean has assembled an LNG portfolio spanning Canada, Australia, the United States and Latin America, while continuing to evaluate accretive opportunities consistent with its disciplined investment approach.
-- BERNAMA
In a statement, the company said the raise included commitments from new strategic and institutional investors, as well as significant re-ups from existing investors, with the capital committed significantly exceeding MidOcean’s original target of US$2 billion.
MidOcean Chairman and EIG Chief Executive Officer (CEO), R. Blair Thomas said the progress achieved in this capital raise represents a major milestone for MidOcean and supports its strategy of building a scaled, diversified and resilient global LNG platform.
“We believe LNG will continue to play an essential role in supporting energy security and global economic growth, and that MidOcean is well positioned to benefit from these long-term market fundamentals,” said Thomas, who also welcomed the new investors and thanked existing shareholders for their continued support and confidence.
Meanwhile, MidOcean CEO, De la Rey Venter said the company has built a high-quality LNG portfolio with strong cash flow characteristics and meaningful growth optionality, positioning it to advance its pipeline of opportunities.
The raise includes commitments from strategic investors, sovereign-linked institutions and financial investors, including the Private Department of Sheikh Mohammed bin Khalid Al Nahyan, NYK Line (through Diamond Gas MidOcean), The Arab Energy Fund, Shizuoka Gas and several Korean institutional investors.
The proceeds are expected to enhance MidOcean’s balance sheet flexibility and position the company to pursue a pipeline of LNG growth opportunities encompassing both cash-generating and development assets.
MidOcean has assembled an LNG portfolio spanning Canada, Australia, the United States and Latin America, while continuing to evaluate accretive opportunities consistent with its disciplined investment approach.
-- BERNAMA
Wednesday, September 30, 2026
AM BEST ASSIGNS B++ FINANCIAL STRENGTH RATING TO BEIBU GULF INSURANCE
KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 30 (Bernama) -- Global credit rating agency, AM Best has assigned a financial strength rating of B++ (Good) and a long-term issuer credit rating of “bbb+” (Good) to Beibu Gulf Property & Casualty Insurance Company Ltd (Beibu Gulf Insurance).
The outlook assigned to these credit ratings (ratings) is stable, reflecting the company’s balance sheet strength, which AM Best assesses as strong, as well as its adequate operating performance, neutral business profile and appropriate enterprise risk management.
Headquartered in Guangxi province, China, Beibu Gulf Insurance was established in 2013 through a joint partnership comprising 10 state-owned enterprise shareholders and three private sector investors, according to AM Best in a statement.
Its ultimate controlling shareholder, Guangxi Investment Group Co Ltd, a provincial-level state-owned capital investment company in Guangxi, holds a 29.73 per cent equity stake through its subsidiaries.
Despite being a small-to-medium-sized non-life insurer in China, Beibu Gulf Insurance holds a prominent position in Guangxi province, capturing nine per cent of the local market share by premium income in 2025. It maintains a diversified product mix, with motor insurance making up nearly half of its gross written premiums.
Leveraging strong relationships between its shareholders and local governments, Beibu Gulf Insurance gains access to business opportunities in policy-driven agricultural insurance and has continued to expand its liability lines in recent years.
Beibu Gulf Insurance’s strong balance sheet strength assessment is underpinned by its strongest level of risk-adjusted capitalisation as at year-end 2025, as measured by Best’s Capital Adequacy Ratio, supported by organic capital accumulation and controlled expansion in underwriting and investment risks.
After posting two years of net losses, Beibu Gulf Insurance returned to profitability in 2023 and sustained momentum to deliver mid-single-digit return on equity in both 2024 and 2025.
AM Best said the company maintains a well-diversified and liquid investment book, dominated by bonds, fixed-income wealth management instruments and cash. The investment portfolio generated a low single-digit investment return, which was above the average level of the domestic non-life industry in 2025.
-- BERNAMA
The outlook assigned to these credit ratings (ratings) is stable, reflecting the company’s balance sheet strength, which AM Best assesses as strong, as well as its adequate operating performance, neutral business profile and appropriate enterprise risk management.
Headquartered in Guangxi province, China, Beibu Gulf Insurance was established in 2013 through a joint partnership comprising 10 state-owned enterprise shareholders and three private sector investors, according to AM Best in a statement.
Its ultimate controlling shareholder, Guangxi Investment Group Co Ltd, a provincial-level state-owned capital investment company in Guangxi, holds a 29.73 per cent equity stake through its subsidiaries.
Despite being a small-to-medium-sized non-life insurer in China, Beibu Gulf Insurance holds a prominent position in Guangxi province, capturing nine per cent of the local market share by premium income in 2025. It maintains a diversified product mix, with motor insurance making up nearly half of its gross written premiums.
Leveraging strong relationships between its shareholders and local governments, Beibu Gulf Insurance gains access to business opportunities in policy-driven agricultural insurance and has continued to expand its liability lines in recent years.
Beibu Gulf Insurance’s strong balance sheet strength assessment is underpinned by its strongest level of risk-adjusted capitalisation as at year-end 2025, as measured by Best’s Capital Adequacy Ratio, supported by organic capital accumulation and controlled expansion in underwriting and investment risks.
After posting two years of net losses, Beibu Gulf Insurance returned to profitability in 2023 and sustained momentum to deliver mid-single-digit return on equity in both 2024 and 2025.
AM Best said the company maintains a well-diversified and liquid investment book, dominated by bonds, fixed-income wealth management instruments and cash. The investment portfolio generated a low single-digit investment return, which was above the average level of the domestic non-life industry in 2025.
-- BERNAMA
Tuesday, September 29, 2026
MORE THAN HALF OF BUSINESS TRAVELLERS MANAGE OWN CONNECTIVITY - HOLAFLY
KUALA LUMPUR, Sept 30 (Bernama) -- More than half of planned business travellers manage their own internet access when travelling for work, according to Holafly's 2026 Summer Travel & eSIM Report.
The report found that 53.4 per cent of planned business travellers arrange their own connectivity, including through hotel or airport Wi-Fi, mobile roaming or other options after arriving at their destination.
Security was identified as the top connectivity priority by 41.7 per cent of business travellers overall, rising to 52 per cent among those whose organisations provide their mobile data, the report found.
“When a company provides the connection, employees do not have to make that decision themselves after landing. It gives them a clear, company-approved way to get online from the start while giving businesses greater control over the travel experience,” said Holafly Vice-President of B2B & Partnerships, Alex Bryszkowski.
In a statement, Holafly said the findings suggest that connectivity can form part of the employee experience and corporate travel arrangements, particularly when organisations provide mobile data directly to employees.
Holafly said its business service allows organisations to assign international eSIMs to employees before they travel and manage their plans centrally through its Business Center.
The company said the findings highlight the importance of connectivity arrangements as international business travel increasingly requires employees to have immediate access to corporate systems and work resources.
-- BERNAMA
The report found that 53.4 per cent of planned business travellers arrange their own connectivity, including through hotel or airport Wi-Fi, mobile roaming or other options after arriving at their destination.
Security was identified as the top connectivity priority by 41.7 per cent of business travellers overall, rising to 52 per cent among those whose organisations provide their mobile data, the report found.
“When a company provides the connection, employees do not have to make that decision themselves after landing. It gives them a clear, company-approved way to get online from the start while giving businesses greater control over the travel experience,” said Holafly Vice-President of B2B & Partnerships, Alex Bryszkowski.
In a statement, Holafly said the findings suggest that connectivity can form part of the employee experience and corporate travel arrangements, particularly when organisations provide mobile data directly to employees.
Holafly said its business service allows organisations to assign international eSIMs to employees before they travel and manage their plans centrally through its Business Center.
The company said the findings highlight the importance of connectivity arrangements as international business travel increasingly requires employees to have immediate access to corporate systems and work resources.
-- BERNAMA
Technology with Style: The KAIYI X7 Hybrid Showcases Electrified Design
YIBIN, China, Sept 29 (Bernama-GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Since completing its global premiere in April 2026, the KAIYI X7 Hybrid has successively entered markets in Central Asia, Africa, South America, and the Middle East, becoming an important model for KAIYI Auto in expanding its overseas business and advancing the globalization of the brand. Looking ahead, KAIYI Auto will continue to enrich its global product portfolio and plans to launch the all-new X7 Plus for global markets in 2027.
Digital Light Front Fascia Creates a Distinctive Identity
Designed for global markets, the X7 Hybrid features a digital light front fascia. Sigma-shaped daytime running lights and parametric dot-matrix detailing create a layered lighting signature. Triangular grille lines reference the peaks of the Kunlun Mountains, while lightning-inspired daytime running lights evoke flashes across the mountain sky, giving the front a stronger visual presence. The lighting system also supports intelligent high- and low-beam switching, delayed shutoff and multiple lighting animations, combining practical illumination with a distinctive visual signature.
Wide-Body Proportions Balance Presence and Aerodynamic Performance
From the side, the KAIYI X7 Hybrid measures 4,710 mm long, 1,955 mm wide and 1,715 mm high, with a 2,800 mm wheelbase. Its nature-inspired sporty design and flowing profile guide air rearward, helping suppress vortices and reduce aerodynamic drag. Flush power-retractable door handles preserve the clean body surface and provide a 20 kg ice-breaking capability for dependable operation in low temperatures. The X7 Hybrid also rides on 255/50 R20 tires with 20-inch sport wheels, reinforcing its athletic stance and solid visual presence.
Full-Width Tech Taillights Combine Design and Function
The rear features full-width LED taillights. A broad horizontal light bar integrates with the illuminated rear badge, presenting dynamic lighting animations whenever the vehicle is locked or unlocked. The light bar also provides clear, highly visible brake and turn signals, communicating vehicle movements and helping other road users recognize its status promptly.
Across the front, profile and rear, coordinated lighting, balanced proportions and functional details give the X7 Hybrid a cohesive, distinctive exterior. The all-new X7 Plus will arrive in petrol and hybrid variants, combining a new design language and fresh styling with upgraded intelligent comfort features to offer families worldwide a broader choice of SUVs.
Contact for media enquiries:
Wang Hanlu | Senior Brand Manager
Email: wanghanlu@newcowin.com
A photo accompanying this announcement is available at:
https://www.globenewswire.com/NewsRoom/AttachmentNg/5f43d42e-2fe6-472e-bf92-5e296eb82c36
SOURCE: Yibin Kaiyi International Trade Co.,Ltd
Digital Light Front Fascia Creates a Distinctive Identity
Designed for global markets, the X7 Hybrid features a digital light front fascia. Sigma-shaped daytime running lights and parametric dot-matrix detailing create a layered lighting signature. Triangular grille lines reference the peaks of the Kunlun Mountains, while lightning-inspired daytime running lights evoke flashes across the mountain sky, giving the front a stronger visual presence. The lighting system also supports intelligent high- and low-beam switching, delayed shutoff and multiple lighting animations, combining practical illumination with a distinctive visual signature.
Wide-Body Proportions Balance Presence and Aerodynamic Performance
From the side, the KAIYI X7 Hybrid measures 4,710 mm long, 1,955 mm wide and 1,715 mm high, with a 2,800 mm wheelbase. Its nature-inspired sporty design and flowing profile guide air rearward, helping suppress vortices and reduce aerodynamic drag. Flush power-retractable door handles preserve the clean body surface and provide a 20 kg ice-breaking capability for dependable operation in low temperatures. The X7 Hybrid also rides on 255/50 R20 tires with 20-inch sport wheels, reinforcing its athletic stance and solid visual presence.
Full-Width Tech Taillights Combine Design and Function
The rear features full-width LED taillights. A broad horizontal light bar integrates with the illuminated rear badge, presenting dynamic lighting animations whenever the vehicle is locked or unlocked. The light bar also provides clear, highly visible brake and turn signals, communicating vehicle movements and helping other road users recognize its status promptly.
Across the front, profile and rear, coordinated lighting, balanced proportions and functional details give the X7 Hybrid a cohesive, distinctive exterior. The all-new X7 Plus will arrive in petrol and hybrid variants, combining a new design language and fresh styling with upgraded intelligent comfort features to offer families worldwide a broader choice of SUVs.
Contact for media enquiries:
Wang Hanlu | Senior Brand Manager
Email: wanghanlu@newcowin.com
A photo accompanying this announcement is available at:
https://www.globenewswire.com/NewsRoom/AttachmentNg/5f43d42e-2fe6-472e-bf92-5e296eb82c36
SOURCE: Yibin Kaiyi International Trade Co.,Ltd
Sunday, September 27, 2026
GTCFX Marks a Successful Presence at Forex Expo Dubai 2026
DUBAI, United Arab Emirates, Sept 28 (Bernama-GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- GTCFX successfully concluded its participation in Forex Expo Dubai 2026, held on September 22 and 23 at the Dubai World Trade Centre.
Throughout the two-day event, visitors met the GTCFX team at Hall 2, Booth 54 to learn more about the company’s multi-regulated trading solutions, mobile trading capabilities and commitment to client education.
Alt: GTCFX at Forex Expo Dubai 2026
A highlight of the event was GTCFX receiving the Best Forex Mobile Application award. The achievement complemented the company’s presentation of the GTC Go App at the exhibition and reflected its continued focus on providing traders with convenient access to global financial markets.
GTCFX also contributed to the expo’s educational programme through public presentations delivered by Jameel Ahmed, Chief Analyst at GTCFX. During the session titled “Trading Themes to Watch Out for: Q4 2026,” Ahmed examined several developments influencing global markets. The presentation covered geopolitical risk, inflation expectations and the changing interest-rate outlook, together with their potential implications for oil, the US dollar, gold and USD/JPY.
A further presentation introduced the GTC brand and highlighted the importance of investor education in a market environment increasingly shaped by political developments and fast-moving news. It also presented GTCFX’s growing presence in Dubai, including the development of GTC Tower as the company’s global headquarters.
Forex Expo Dubai 2026 gave GTCFX an opportunity to connect face-to-face with traders, partners and industry professionals while sharing its latest market perspectives and digital trading solutions.
Following a successful two days in Dubai, GTCFX looks forward to building on the relationships established at the expo and continuing to support its global community through market education, technology and accessible trading solutions.
About GTCFX:
GTCFX is a global financial services provider offering access to a wide range of financial markets through advanced trading technology and client-focused solutions. Since 2012, GTCFX has served clients across more than 100 countries and regions, with a continued focus on transparency, innovation, and responsible trading.
Media Contact
Email: marketing@gtcfx.com
Website: https://www.gtcfx.com/
Photos accompanying this announcement are available at:
https://www.globenewswire.com/NewsRoom/AttachmentNg/d0227dad-9245-4a1b-9aa8-252e9c4d1c34
https://www.globenewswire.com/NewsRoom/AttachmentNg/a7985ff7-eba5-43f8-99b8-ef478d8e5e2d
https://www.globenewswire.com/NewsRoom/AttachmentNg/1301a426-6841-4364-8c92-1bcd29d500c0
SOURCE: GTC Global Trade Capital Co. Limited
DISCLAIMER: BERNAMA MREM are not accountable for any causes of website defacement, misuse, or illegal activities connected to cryptocurrency, blockchain, tokenisation, or bitcoin. This material should not be considered as guidance or an opinion, as it does not constitute financial or investment advice. Use this information at your own risk; we are not liable for any losses or damages caused by the republication of this article.
--BERNAMA
Saturday, September 26, 2026
NIO and HERE Technologies expand European collaboration to support fresher maps and Navigation on Autopilot driving experiences
HERE Technologies, the world's leading mapping and location data company, and NIO Inc. (NYSE: NIO; HKEX: 9866; SGX: NIO), a leading company in the global smart electric vehicle market, today announced an expanded collaboration to advance intelligent navigation and future AI-driven driving experiences across Europe.
- Expanded collaboration brings continuously refreshed location intelligence across NIO's entire European vehicle lineup, supporting smarter navigation experiences and future assisted driving innovation.
Amsterdam, Sept 23 (Bernama-GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- HERE Technologies, the world's leading mapping and location data company, and NIO Inc. (NYSE: NIO; HKEX: 9866; SGX: NIO), a leading company in the global smart electric vehicle market, today announced an expanded collaboration to advance intelligent navigation and future AI-driven driving experiences across Europe.
Building on the successful deployment of HERE’s industry-leading location technologies in NIO vehicles, the expanded collaboration now extends beyond Firefly to NIO’s entire European vehicle lineup, including the ET5, ET7, EL6, EL7 and EL8. The collaboration combines HERE’s automotive grade location intelligence with NIO’s innovation in smart electric vehicles to deliver the evolution of NOA and future intelligent driving experiences tailored for European roads and drivers.
As vehicles become increasingly software-defined and intelligent, high-quality location intelligence plays a vital role in helping vehicles understand and respond to the road environment. Continuously refreshed map data provides critical context about road conditions, traffic regulations, lane configurations and other real-world changes, supporting safer, more informed and more capable driving experiences.
As part of the expanded relationship, NIO is adopting HERE’s streaming map capabilities to deliver fresher map content across European markets. By providing continuous updates on road network changes, traffic regulations and points of interest, HERE helps NIO ensure drivers benefit from more accurate, reliable and up-to-date navigation experiences.
"NIO is committed to delivering a premium intelligent mobility experience for our customers around the world," said Chris Chen, Vice President of NIO Global Business Development. "By deepening our collaboration with HERE, we are providing drivers with more up-to-date map experiences today while strengthening the foundation for future innovations in intelligent navigation and assisted driving across Europe."
Deon Newman, Senior Vice President and General Manager for Asia Pacific at HERE Technologies said: "As Chinese automotive brands continue expanding globally, they need reliable, fresh and scalable location intelligence to deliver the driving experiences customers expect. We are proud to deepen our collaboration with NIO and support its European growth journey through advanced mapping, navigation and location technologies. Together, we are delivering a navigation experience tailored for European consumers, while shaping the next generation of intelligent driving."
Driving innovation across Europe
By combining NIO's innovation in smart EV technologies with HERE's AI-powered location intelligence, mapping expertise and automotive-grade map content, the two companies are laying the foundation for next-generation assisted driving capabilities tailored to the unique requirements of European road networks and driving environments.
Looking ahead, HERE and NIO will continue exploring how advanced location intelligence and fresh map intelligence can help accelerate the development and deployment of AI-driven driving experiences, including future innovations enabled by NIO World Model (NIO’s end to end AI driving architecture) and NOA.
Media Contacts
HERE Technologies
Vanessa Lee
Vanessa.lee@here.com
NIO & firefly
Nenah Bonarius
nenah.bonarius@nio.io
About HERE Technologies
HERE is the global leader in mapping and location technology. For over 40 years, we've been powering innovation for the world's most recognizable companies: from launching our first digital map in 1985, to shaping the future of software-defined vehicles today. With the industry's freshest and richest unified map and a portfolio of products, services and solutions that serve the needs of multiple industries, HERE reveals opportunities that drive progress and unlock new possibilities for every moving vehicle. Discover more at here.com.
About NIO
NIO is a global smart electric vehicle company founded in November 2014. Dedicated to shaping a sustainable and brighter future together by providing high-performance smart electric vehicles and exceptional user experience, NIO is the first car company listed on the NYSE, HKEX and SGX. NIO currently has three major brands under its umbrella: NIO, ONVO and firefly. Ten years into establishment, NIO is now one of the leading companies in the global premium smart electric vehicle market, committed to fostering its own research and development capabilities for core technologies, the company had filed for and obtained over 13,000 patents. Additionally, NIO has developed NIO Full Stack, a collection of 12 technology domains. Currently, NIO has R&D centers and manufacturing facilities in over 10 locations, including Shanghai, Hefei, Beijing, Nanjing, San Jose, Munich, Oxford, Budapest, Singapore and Abu Dhabi. Additionally, it has built a sales and service network across 24 countries and regions, including China, Europe, the Middle East, Central Asia, Southeast Asia, and Central America. NIO Inc. currently offers eight premium smart electric vehicle models under the NIO brand, two smart electric vehicles under the ONVO brand and one small, smart, high-end electric vehicle under firefly brand. As of September 1, 2026, NIO Inc.’s cumulative deliveries reached 1,260,485 vehicles, reinforcing its position as a leader in advancing technological innovation and premium brand development in China’s smart EV industry.
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Building on the successful deployment of HERE’s industry-leading location technologies in NIO vehicles, the expanded collaboration now extends beyond Firefly to NIO’s entire European vehicle lineup, including the ET5, ET7, EL6, EL7 and EL8. The collaboration combines HERE’s automotive grade location intelligence with NIO’s innovation in smart electric vehicles to deliver the evolution of NOA and future intelligent driving experiences tailored for European roads and drivers.
As vehicles become increasingly software-defined and intelligent, high-quality location intelligence plays a vital role in helping vehicles understand and respond to the road environment. Continuously refreshed map data provides critical context about road conditions, traffic regulations, lane configurations and other real-world changes, supporting safer, more informed and more capable driving experiences.
As part of the expanded relationship, NIO is adopting HERE’s streaming map capabilities to deliver fresher map content across European markets. By providing continuous updates on road network changes, traffic regulations and points of interest, HERE helps NIO ensure drivers benefit from more accurate, reliable and up-to-date navigation experiences.
"NIO is committed to delivering a premium intelligent mobility experience for our customers around the world," said Chris Chen, Vice President of NIO Global Business Development. "By deepening our collaboration with HERE, we are providing drivers with more up-to-date map experiences today while strengthening the foundation for future innovations in intelligent navigation and assisted driving across Europe."
Deon Newman, Senior Vice President and General Manager for Asia Pacific at HERE Technologies said: "As Chinese automotive brands continue expanding globally, they need reliable, fresh and scalable location intelligence to deliver the driving experiences customers expect. We are proud to deepen our collaboration with NIO and support its European growth journey through advanced mapping, navigation and location technologies. Together, we are delivering a navigation experience tailored for European consumers, while shaping the next generation of intelligent driving."
Driving innovation across Europe
By combining NIO's innovation in smart EV technologies with HERE's AI-powered location intelligence, mapping expertise and automotive-grade map content, the two companies are laying the foundation for next-generation assisted driving capabilities tailored to the unique requirements of European road networks and driving environments.
Looking ahead, HERE and NIO will continue exploring how advanced location intelligence and fresh map intelligence can help accelerate the development and deployment of AI-driven driving experiences, including future innovations enabled by NIO World Model (NIO’s end to end AI driving architecture) and NOA.
Media Contacts
HERE Technologies
Vanessa Lee
Vanessa.lee@here.com
NIO & firefly
Nenah Bonarius
nenah.bonarius@nio.io
About HERE Technologies
HERE is the global leader in mapping and location technology. For over 40 years, we've been powering innovation for the world's most recognizable companies: from launching our first digital map in 1985, to shaping the future of software-defined vehicles today. With the industry's freshest and richest unified map and a portfolio of products, services and solutions that serve the needs of multiple industries, HERE reveals opportunities that drive progress and unlock new possibilities for every moving vehicle. Discover more at here.com.
About NIO
NIO is a global smart electric vehicle company founded in November 2014. Dedicated to shaping a sustainable and brighter future together by providing high-performance smart electric vehicles and exceptional user experience, NIO is the first car company listed on the NYSE, HKEX and SGX. NIO currently has three major brands under its umbrella: NIO, ONVO and firefly. Ten years into establishment, NIO is now one of the leading companies in the global premium smart electric vehicle market, committed to fostering its own research and development capabilities for core technologies, the company had filed for and obtained over 13,000 patents. Additionally, NIO has developed NIO Full Stack, a collection of 12 technology domains. Currently, NIO has R&D centers and manufacturing facilities in over 10 locations, including Shanghai, Hefei, Beijing, Nanjing, San Jose, Munich, Oxford, Budapest, Singapore and Abu Dhabi. Additionally, it has built a sales and service network across 24 countries and regions, including China, Europe, the Middle East, Central Asia, Southeast Asia, and Central America. NIO Inc. currently offers eight premium smart electric vehicle models under the NIO brand, two smart electric vehicles under the ONVO brand and one small, smart, high-end electric vehicle under firefly brand. As of September 1, 2026, NIO Inc.’s cumulative deliveries reached 1,260,485 vehicles, reinforcing its position as a leader in advancing technological innovation and premium brand development in China’s smart EV industry.
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SOURCE: HERE Europe B.V.
--BERNAMA
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