星巴克的霍華·舒茲44年前帶著妻子、愛犬和幾乎沒有其他東西搬遷至西雅圖。以下是他如何建立66億美元財富的歷程

(SeaPRwire) -   44年前,Howard Schultz打包好生活物品,将他的黄金猎犬Jonas装进1979年的奥迪车,与妻子Sheri从纽约市横跨美国大陆,驱车前往西雅图。他驶向一个自己几乎不了解的城市,但这里最终成为他建立庞大咖啡帝国与我们今日熟知品牌——Starbucks——的地方。  当时,Sheri是家中的「经济支柱」,从事设计工作,Schultz在周三的LinkedIn贴文中表示。但1982年9月7日改变了这对夫妇的人生轨迹:那是Schultz开始在「一家名为Starbucks的地方」担任新职的日子。 「当时,派克市场的Starbucks只卖整颗咖啡豆,」Schultz说。「如今,这里是全球访问量最高的Starbucks门店。公司的历史与我们在这个城市历史悠久市场中第一家门店的地基、墙壁和地板紧密相连。」 而这家公司让Schultz成为亿万富翁(他如今身价约66亿美元)。  建立Starbucks帝国 Schultz于1982年加入Starbucks,担任零售运营与营销总监,当时公司还只是西雅图一家小型烘焙商,销售整颗咖啡豆。  Schultz职业生涯的转折点出现在一年后,他前往米兰旅行。意大利浓缩咖啡吧的文化——仪式感、社区氛围与工艺——深深打动了他。回到西雅图后,他坚信这种模式在美国也能成功。这也是「第三空间」概念的起源,Starbucks至今仍在追求这一理念。 但Starbucks最初并不相信这个想法可行,因此Schultz离开了公司。 「『你疯了。这太荒谬了。你应该直接去找份工作,』」Schultz在自己的著作《将心注入》(Pour Your Heart Into It)中提到当时被这样告知。「在我花了一年时间募资的过程中,我接触了242人,其中217人说『不』。」 但Schultz募资成功后,于1986年开设了自己的咖啡馆Il Giornale,并在1987年以380万美元收购了Starbucks本身。公司于1992年上市。 接下来是20世纪美国最伟大的商业扩张之一:Starbucks从西雅图仅有的几家门店,扩展至80个国家超过35,000家分店。  Schultz三次担任CEO:1987至2000年;2008至2017年;以及2022至2023年短暂回归,每次都是为了稳定公司。  「我去年回归是因为公司确实迷失了方向,文化上也走偏了,」Schultz在2023年2月接受CNN采访时表示。他2022至2023年第三次担任CEO期间,主要围绕与员工工会化的激烈法律抗争。  他于2023年最后一次离开Starbucks,将权杖交给Laxman Narasimhan,后者仅担任CEO至2024年8月。Brian Niccol(Chipotle前CEO)于2024年9月接任首席执行官。  尽管如此,Schultz的遗产难以超越。他将一家区域性烘焙商转变为全球文化机构。如今,Starbucks在80个国家拥有超过32,000家门店,远超Dunkin’ Donuts等其他连锁品牌(全球约14,000家门店)。  他还推广了「第三空间」概念,Niccol正试图通过恢复咖啡杯上手写便签、增加咖啡馆座位,以及提供更多在Starbucks店内享用咖啡而非外带的选择来复兴这一理念。  Schultz将一家区域性烘焙商转变为全球文化机构,推广了「第三空间」概念——即人们需要一个介于家庭与工作之间的场所来聚集、停留与连接。他还倡导了当时服务业罕见的员工福利,包括兼职员工医疗保险和免费大学学费计划。 尽管工会争议尤其贯穿Schultz第三次任期,但Starbucks仍是最早为兼职员工提供全面医疗保障的公司之一,始于1988年。 「我知道自己想建立一家我父亲从未有机会工作的公司,」Schultz在2022年的Instagram贴文中写道。「那年,我决定为符合资格的全职与兼职Starbucks员工提供全面健康福利。」 结束西雅图篇章 从Starbucks退休一年多后,Schultz决定离开西雅图。他本周在LinkedIn贴文中宣布,他与Sheri将离开西雅图。 「去年我们游历了全球数十个地方——那些在建立Starbucks和抚养孩子时无暇探访的地方,」Schultz写道。「我们已搬到迈阿密展开下一段共同冒险。我们享受南佛罗里达的阳光,以及这里对东海岸子女们的吸引力,他们正各自组建家庭。」 Schultz的声明时机引发关注,因其与华盛顿州立法者推进针对高收入者的法案同步,包括一项针对拥有大量投资资产居民的财富税提案。他的搬迁让人联想到加州亿万富翁因拟议的一次性5%亿万富翁税而逃离西海岸转投佛罗里达的情况。  这位前Starbucks CEO在LinkedIn贴文中暗示了这项拟议税收,但从未直接否认。 「我们希望华盛顿州能继续成为商业与创业蓬勃发展的地方,为西雅图及周边地区的人们创造重要机会,」他写道。  与其他人一样,Schultz的目的地是迈阿密,据报道他以4,400万美元购买了一套顶层公寓。该州没有所得税,且豪华房地产市场蓬勃发展,吸引了亚马逊(Amazon)创始人Jeff Bezos、Meta首席执行官Mark Zuckerberg、谷歌(Google)联合创始人Larry Page与Sergey Brin,以及甲骨文(Oracle)联合创始人Larry Ellison等。 Schultz为了一套滨水顶层公寓,留下了庞大的遗产。  「我们将永远感激在西雅图创造的回忆与一路走来建立的关系,」他写道。「致让西雅图成为我们多年家园的家人、朋友与伙伴们,谢谢你们。」本文由第三方廠商內容提供者提供。SeaPRwire (https://www.seaprwire.com/)對此不作任何保證或陳述。 分類: 頭條新聞,日常新聞 SeaPRwire為公司和機構提供全球新聞稿發佈,覆蓋超過6,500個媒體庫、86,000名編輯和記者,以及350萬以上終端桌面和手機App。SeaPRwire支持英、日、德、韓、法、俄、印尼、馬來、越南、中文等多種語言新聞稿發佈。

川普的伊朗戰爭可能在60天內使國家債務增加6500萬美元,而關稅則帶來另一個沉重打擊

(SeaPRwire) -   川普總統對伊朗發動戰爭的代價極為龐大——且持續攀升。據報導,國防部官員在周二的閉門會議中告知國會議員,他們估計戰爭開打前6天的成本就超過113億美元。而這些數字還不包括首次攻擊前部署的裝備和人員等成本。 Penn Wharton Budget Model的教職主任Kent Smetters預測,目前每日成本約達8億美元。其他估計——包括英國安全與風險顧問John Phillips提出的數據——則認為每日開支高達10億美元。Smetters向表示,若衝突持續整整兩個月(即再持續七周),美國納稅人將承擔淨新增支出650億美元。這些數字出爐之際,美國財務狀況正因不斷攀升的國債和日增的應付利息而惡化。CBO在2月11日的報告中預測,2026財政年度的支出與收入缺口將達18.53億美元。美國之所以陷入此境地,是因為支出比財政部徵收的稅款多33%。為期60天的伊朗戰爭將使赤字增加650億美元,加上14億美元的利息,總計約664億美元。這意味著赤字將增加3.6%,使赤字占GDP的比例從預測的5.8%升至6.0%。這664億美元將被加入赤字,並逐年提高我們需要借貸的金額(含利息)。 但最好不要孤立看待戰爭的影響。就在首次攻擊前幾天,SCOTUS也通過廢除川普關稅對預算造成打擊。The Committee for a Responsible Federal Budget估計,若川普以10%的全面稅率取代先前的邊境稅,美國今年的稅收將比先前的制度少740億美元。將這740億美元與650億美元的戰爭支出相加,預算打擊幾乎翻倍至1390億美元,使CBO預測的赤字增加7.5%。請注意,關稅損失不同於戰爭支出主要是一次性打擊。若成為常態,川普進口關稅的大部分損失將代表赤字逐年、反覆且結構性的增加。 若沒有重開霍爾木茲海峽的計畫,KPMG首席經濟學家Diane Swonk擔心衝突將持續長達六個月,使油價突破每桶130美元。部分分析師認為油價可能達到200美元。但即使行動僅再持續幾周,也會對美國脆弱的財務狀況造成重大損害。本文由第三方廠商內容提供者提供。SeaPRwire (https://www.seaprwire.com/)對此不作任何保證或陳述。 分類: 頭條新聞,日常新聞 SeaPRwire為公司和機構提供全球新聞稿發佈,覆蓋超過6,500個媒體庫、86,000名編輯和記者,以及350萬以上終端桌面和手機App。SeaPRwire支持英、日、德、韓、法、俄、印尼、馬來、越南、中文等多種語言新聞稿發佈。

谷歌(GOOGL)股票;隨著320億美元的Wiz交易完成,股價小幅上漲

TLDR摘要; Google完成3200亿美元收購Wiz,增強企業客戶的雲端與AI安全。 Google收購Wiz加劇了亞馬遜和微軟在企業雲端安全領域的競爭。 Google獲得3200億美元Wiz交易的監管批准,股價因積極情緒小幅上漲。 Google必須謹慎整合Wiz,同時維持多雲中立,避免投資者和客戶的憂慮。 (SeaPRwire) -   加州山景城,2026年3月11日——谷歌(NASDAQ: GOOGL)周三股價小幅上漲,此前其以3200億美元收購雲端與AI安全初創公司Wiz的交易完成。 Alphabet Inc., GOOGL 這筆交易是Alphabet有史以來最大的一筆收購,這家科技巨頭旨在加強其企業安全服務,並更積極地與雲端巨頭亞馬遜和微軟競爭。 Wiz收購擴大雲端安全覆蓋範圍 總部位於紐約的Wiz將保留其品牌,並繼續為包括亞馬遜網路服務(Amazon Web Services)、微軟Azure和甲骨文雲(Oracle Cloud)在內的多個雲端平台的客戶提供服務。谷歌表示,此舉將通過將Wiz的工具與谷歌雲的運行時監控和代碼分析功能整合,讓其客戶更高效地識別和修復漏洞。 Today, Google completed its acquisition of @wiz_io. We’re excited to work together and deliver a comprehensive, AI-powered security platform. Learn more → https://t.co/gKC3ktwm18 pic.twitter.com/DSzJDUAvmJ — Google Cloud (@googlecloud) March 11, 2026 “安全應該是創新的催化劑,而不是障礙,”谷歌雲負責人Thomas Kurian表示。 首席執行官Sundar Pichai補充說,這次合作將幫助企業“在充滿信心地創新的同時”,在不同的雲環境中保持強大的保護。 雲競爭對手面臨更大壓力 行業觀察人士表示,這筆交易給主導雲端市場的亞馬遜和微軟帶來了額外壓力。分析師認為,獲得Wiz的技術將幫助谷歌提供更全面的企業解決方案,特別是對於那些在多雲部署中面臨安全複雜性這一主要憂慮的客戶。 IDC的Phil Bues指出,雲複雜性是“當今行業的主要挑戰”,而加入Wiz的能力可能使谷歌能夠吸引尋求跨多個平台無縫保護的大型企業客戶。 監管批准與財務承諾 這筆3200億美元的全現金交易經過了美國和歐洲監管機構的徹底審查。美國司法部在2025年11月批准了該收購,而歐盟委員會在2026年2月批准了該交易,確認該交易不會抑制雲或網路安全市場的競爭。 最初,谷歌在2025年3月提出約2300億美元收購Wiz,但由於Wiz的快速增長和谷歌擴大其企業安全業務的緊迫性,交易進行了調整。公告後,Alphabet股價在午盤時上漲了約0.6%。 未來整合挑戰 儘管此次收購加強了谷歌的地位,但該公司在整合Wiz時面臨著不疏遠其多雲客戶的挑戰。Wiz首席執行官Assaf Rappaport強調將繼續支持所有主要雲端平台,表明了對中立性的承諾。 投資者將密切關注谷歌是否能在利用該初創公司的工具擴展自身業務(包括Mandiant諮詢和威脅情報部門)的同時,保持Wiz的吸引力。一些分析師警告稱,任何走向排他性的舉動都可能引起監管機構和客戶的審查。本文由第三方廠商內容提供者提供。SeaPRwire (https://www.seaprwire.com/)對此不作任何保證或陳述。 分類: 頭條新聞,日常新聞 SeaPRwire為公司和機構提供全球新聞稿發佈,覆蓋超過6,500個媒體庫、86,000名編輯和記者,以及350萬以上終端桌面和手機App。SeaPRwire支持英、日、德、韓、法、俄、印尼、馬來、越南、中文等多種語言新聞稿發佈。

華通金融攜手清華大學共建AI與金融科技聯合實驗室

EQS via SeaPRwire.com / 2026-03-12 / 20:30 UTC+8 3月11日,於納斯達克掛牌的金融科技公司華通金融宣佈,與清華大學交叉資訊研究院關聯企業 X-Tech 以及 AI 技術公司 PandaAI 達成合作。三方將共同成立“AI與金融科技聯合實驗室”,探索 AI Agents在真實交易場景中的應用。   從“工具”到“夥伴”:AI如何重新定義金融決策 傳統的AI應用多為“輔助型工具”——它們可以回答問題、提供數據、生成報告,但最終的決策和執行仍需由人類完成。AI Agents引領的是一次質的飛越:它的形態不再局限於被動回應指令的程式,而是具備目標理解、自主規劃、動態執行與任務閉環能力的“智能體”。 在金融場景中,自主執行交易的AI Agents不僅會看K線、懂財報和讀新聞,更要理解宏觀經濟、市場情緒、資金流向,甚至地緣政治等因素與金融市場的相關性。它被期待成為經驗豐富的交易員,在瞬息萬變的市場中獨立完成從分析、研究,判斷到執行的完整閉環。 而華通金融此次與清華的合作將致力於讓AI Agents具備多維度分析能力和自主執行交易能力,包括:即時解析宏觀經濟數據與政策動向;融合新聞情緒與社交媒體輿情;對數千只股票進行基本面與技術面掃描;自動生成交易策略並進行回測驗證。最終,AI Agents不僅能向用戶解釋決策依據,還能執行交易指令。 聯合實驗室將由清華大學交叉資訊研究院的李建教授親自掛帥。作為AI交易領域的頂尖學者,李建團隊將提供前沿的演算法研究支持;PandaAI則貢獻基於量子理念啟發的新型AI方法;而華通金融將開放其安全的交易系統和真實的金融運營場景,為自主執行交易的AI Agents的訓練與驗證提供關鍵數據和落地通道,作為納斯達克上市公司, 其交易系統已經過多項安全驗證。   AI技術推動投資工具普及:當量化交易不再局限於機構 長期以來,量化交易與AI投資策略是機構投資者的“專利”。他們擁有龐大的研究團隊、昂貴的數據和稀缺的算力資源,能夠通過模型捕捉市場波動中的潛在機會。而個人投資者往往只能依賴碎片化的資訊和有限的分析工具,在這場“演算法戰爭”中處於劣勢。 華通金融旨在利用自主執行交易的AI Agents打破這一格局。這些具備自主交易能力的AI Agents有希望幫助用戶在無編程或量化知識背景的前提下,亦可以用自然語言完成投資指令下達,而此後的宏觀分析、行業比較、個股篩選,並執行交易等關鍵環節均由AI Agents自主完成。這項研究的意義在於令個人投資者有機會擁有接近機構級別的投研能力和量化交易團隊。此外聯合實驗室還將重點研究AI Agents在即時風控、合規檢查中的應用,確保智能交易系統在複雜市場環境下具備安全性和穩定性。 華通金融董事會主席周凱表示:“此次合作是增強我們的技術能力,並幫助個人與專業投資者把握AI驅動金融這一快速發展的領域,讓AI Agents真正理解市場運行的深層邏輯,幫助全球用戶做出更明智、更及時、更安全的決策。”   未來圖景:每個人都擁有自己的“量化交易員” 全球資本市場正經曆一場深刻的範式轉移。曾經,資訊與技術的壁壘將大多數人擋在門外;而今天,自主執行交易的AI Agents正在將“智能金融”的鑰匙交到每一個人手中。 全球資本市場正迎來技術普惠的新階段,AI正將專業投資工具帶入更多普通人的視野。試想,用戶只需對AI Agents說“我想配置一些低波動的科技股,預算2萬美元,持有6個月”,AI Agents即可自動篩選符合條件的標的、評估當前估值水準、生成投資組合建議,並在用戶授權後交易,且持續監控組合風險。 華通金融此次攜手清華打造可自主執行交易的AI Agents,不僅是尋求技術突破,更是在宣示:金融的未來,不應只是機構的專屬遊戲。當AI Agents走出高牆、當智能交易融入日常,每一位普通人都將有機會,以前所未有的方式理解並參與這個時代最複雜的市場。   提示:任何投資均存在風險,AI模型並不保證絕對盈利 2026-03-12 此財經新聞稿由EQS via SeaPRwire.com轉載。本公告內容由發行人全權負責。瀏覽原文: http://www.todayir.com/tc/index.php

Hitachi to deliver the world’s first 550 kV gas-insulated switchgear in which the entire equipment is SF(6)-free to Chubu Electric Power Grid

TOKYO, Mar 12, 2026 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Hitachi, Ltd. announced today that it has received an order from Chubu Electric Power Grid for Hitachi Energy’s EconiQⓇ 550 kilovolt (kV) sulfur hexafluoride (SF6)-free gas-insulated switchgear (GIS). This is set to be the world’s first project with 550 kV GIS*1 in which the entire equipment is SF₆-free.*1 In gas-insulated switchgear, all components are housed in fully sealed gas‑insulated compartments to reduce the substation size and protect the equipment from storms and other external interference.The EconiQ 550-kV GIS reduces CO2-equivalent emissions from the insulating gas by 99 percent compared with conventional SF₆‑insulated equipment. By delivering this technology, Hitachi will support Chubu Electric Power Grid in making Japan’s transmission network sustainable.For decades, SF6 gas has been widely used in power grids due to its excellent insulation properties and switching performance. However, it has a global warming potential 24,300 times higher than CO2 and remains in the atmosphere for more than 1,000 years if released. Many governments are now introducing regulations to phase out new SF6–based equipment to address climate change. Currently, Japan has no regulations on eliminating SF6 gas equipment.As Japan's electricity demand rises with increased electrification and the growth of data centers, the need to reinforce the grid while reducing greenhouse gas emissions becomes more urgent. SF6-free switchgear, such as Hitachi Energy's EconiQ technology, offers the solution to this twofold challenge – combining proven reliability and compact design with the lowest carbon footprint.In 2024, Chubu Electric Power Grid announced its policy on adopting SF₆‑free equipment for each voltage class and decided to introduce SF₆‑free GIS for voltages up to 77 kV, as well as SF₆‑free circuit breakers rated 275 kV and above. In line with the adoption policy defined in 2024, and with the aim of accelerating its efforts toward achieving carbon neutrality, Chubu Electric Power Grid has now chosen to deploy SF₆‑free equipment for 550 kV GIS. This equipment will be used in its backbone transmission network.Hitachi Energy launched its EconiQ high-voltage portfolio in 2021 to support the industry’s transition to SF6-free technologies. EconiQ products eliminate greenhouse gas emissions by replacing SF6 gas with an eco-efficient alternative while maintaining the same performance, size, safety, and reliability as conventional SF6-insulated equipment.About Hitachi, Ltd.Through its Social Innovation Business (SIB) that brings together IT, OT (Operational Technology) and products, Hitachi contributes to a harmonized society where the environment, wellbeing, and economic growth are in balance. Hitachi operates globally in four sectors – Digital Systems & Services, Energy, Mobility, and Connective Industries – and the Strategic SIB Business Unit for new growth businesses. With Lumada at its core, Hitachi generates value from integrating data, technology and domain knowledge to solve customer and social challenges. Revenues for FY2024 (ended March 31, 2025) totaled 9,783.3 billion yen, with 618 consolidated subsidiaries and approximately 280,000 employees worldwide. Visit us at www.hitachi.com.About Hitachi EnergyHitachi Energy is a global technology leader in electrification, powering a sustainable energy future with innovative power grid technologies with digital at the core. Over three billion people depend on our technologies to power their daily lives. With over a century in pioneering mission-critical technologies like high-voltage, transformers, automation, and power electronics, we are addressing the most urgent energy challenge of our time – balancing soaring electricity demand, while decarbonizing the power system. With an unparalleled installed base in over 140 countries, we cocreate and build long-term partnerships across the utility, industry, transportation, data centers, and infrastructure sectors. Headquartered in Switzerland, we employ over 50,000 people in 60 countries and generate revenues of around $16 billion USD.https://www.hitachienergy.comhttps://www.linkedin.com/company/hitachienergyhttps://x.com/HitachiEnergy Copyright 2026 JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.jcnnewswire.com

OrbusNeich Achieves Record-breaking Revenue, Sales Volume and Gross Profit in FY2025, Net Profit Rises to US$42 million, Final Dividend Increases by 20% to HK12 Cents per Share

Results Highlights:Revenue increased by 10.0% year-on-year to a record high of US$180.5 million, marking the fifth consecutive year of record-setting revenue performance.Sales volume hit a new high of 2.02 million units, representing a year-on-year increase of 16.2%.Gross profit rose by 7.0% to a record of US$122.4 million; profit attributable to owners of the Company rose by 5.5% to US$41.9 million.The Board has proposed a final cash dividend of HK12 cents per share, bringing the total cash dividend for the Year to HK27 cents per share alongside special dividend, representing a payout ratio of 68.4%.The Group remains in a robust financial position, with cash and bank balances of US$228.7 million at the end of the year for supporting potential acquisitions and the construction of new production facilities.Maintained revenue growth in major markets, with the Asia-Pacific market at 15.7%, the EMEA markets at 19.6%, and the US market at 37.0%.The Group actively leverages its sales network and expertise to assist high-quality medical device peers in selling their products globally, while diversifying its own product portfolio. One of the collaborative products has already been launched in Hong Kong, Malaysia, Germany, and Spain, and is progressively being rolled out to more markets in the APAC and EMEA regions.HONG KONG, Mar 12, 2026 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) – OrbusNeich Medical Group Holdings Limited (“OrbusNeich” or the “Group”; stock code: 6929), a multinational medical device company specializing in interventional devices for percutaneous coronary intervention (“PCI”) and percutaneous transluminal angioplasty (“PTA”) procedures, today announced its annual results for the year ended December 31, 2025 (“FY2025” or the “Year”). Despite significant external challenges, the Group demonstrated remarkable resilience, achieving historic highs in revenue, sales volume, and gross profit, along with improved net profit.During the Year, OrbusNeich’s investments to strengthen its global sales and marketing capabilities, as well as expand product offerings, continued to yield positive results. The Group achieved revenue growth for the fifth consecutive year, reaching a record high of US$180.5 million. Additionally, sales volume in FY2025 hit a new high of 2.02 million units, representing a year-on-year growth of 16.2%, which included an increase of 13.1% from proprietary products and 34.9% from third-party products. Gross profit, up by 7.0% year-on-year, reached a record high of approximately US$122.4 million, with profit attributable to owners of the Company increasing by 5.5% to $41.9 million, and basic earnings per share rising by 5.8% to US5.09 cents.As at December 31, 2025, the Group maintained a strong financial position with cash and bank balances amounting to US$228.7 million. Taking into consideration OrbusNeich’s solid operating performance, healthy cash reserves and future capital requirements, the Board has proposed a final cash dividend of HK12 cents per share (2024: HK10 cents per share), up by 20% year-on-year. Alongside the special cash dividend of HK15 cents per share paid during the Year to celebrate OrbusNeich’s 25th anniversary and express gratitude for shareholders’ long-standing support, the total cash dividend for FY2025 will be HK27 cents per share.Mr. David Chien, Chairman, Executive Director and Chief Executive Officer of OrbusNeich, said, “Building on 25 years of expertise, OrbusNeich achieved another strong performance in FY2025. Our commitment to product innovation and quality, and the establishment of dedicated local teams in diverse markets ensures that our products benefit vascular disease patients worldwide. During the Year, the Group advanced its strategy of building a comprehensive sales network while forging strategic collaborations, including providing commercialization support for Chinese medical device companies expanding overseas. Meanwhile, construction of our R&D and manufacturing base in Hangzhou is progressing steadily, reflecting our long-term growth ambitions.”Extensive Global Sales Network Fuels Strong Multi-Regional Revenue and Business GrowthOrbusNeich maintains an extensive sales network covering over 70 countries and regions through its 12 direct sales teams and distributor network, which includes the acquisition of a Taiwan-based distributor during the Year. During FY2025, the APAC region experienced a significant year-on-year increase in revenue of 15.7%, climbing to US$60.5 million, driven by strong performance in existing direct sales markets and the addition of the Taiwan market. Revenue growth in the EMEA region accelerated, rising by 19.6% to US$46.9 million, supported by rapid growth of over 20% in direct sales markets such as Germany, France, and Spain, along with substantial growth in distributor markets. As the impact of tariffs eased and product demand remained strong, revenue from the US market grew by 37.0% year-on-year, reaching US$21.2 million. Meanwhile, revenue from the Japan and PRC markets totaled US$32.3 million and US$17.8 million, respectively.In the second half of the year, the Group focused on strengthening its market presence in Europe and established a direct sales team in the Netherlands. The Group is establishing another direct sales team in Belgium in 2026, with the goal of achieving direct sales to local hospitals in both markets within the same year.OrbusNeich’s robust global sales network has attracted various manufacturers to collaborate with the Group on international market expansion. During the Year, the Group strengthened its partnership with SonoScape Medical Corp. by distributing their IVUS products across key APAC and European markets, including direct sales regions like Singapore, Malaysia, France, Germany, Spain, and Switzerland, as well as selected distributor markets in Europe. The IVUS products began generating sales in Hong Kong, Malaysia, Germany, and Spain by the end of FY2025.Strengthening a Diversified Portfolio via Parallel Global Registrations and Clinical TrialsAs at December 31, 2025, OrbusNeich owned more than 220 granted patents and published patent applications in key jurisdictions worldwide, as well as 35 PMDA-approved products, 42 CE-marked products, 20 FDA-cleared or approved products, and 24 NMPA-approved products.During the Year, the Group achieved progress in product registrations and clinical trials, including:Obtained PMDA approvals for Teleport Glide, Scoreflex QUAD, EZGuide LL (Large Lumen), Vascuaid and SIDEPASS, CE Marks for JADE PLUS and Teleport Glide, and NMPA approvals for the GuidingArk guiding catheter and Teleport XT;Submitted applications for FDA approval of Teleport Glide, PMDA approvals of Sapphire ULTRA and Sapphire NC ULTRA, and NMPA approvals of Scoreflex TRIO, Teleport Glide, Sapphire NC 24, Sapphire NC ULTRA, Sapphire ULTRA and JADE PLUS;Completed patient enrollment for the US clinical trial of Sapphire 3, with product registration expected to be submitted to the FDA in the first half of 2026;Completed patient enrolment of clinical registries for eucatech AG’s product eucaLimus and SUPPORT C, while patient enrollment for VITUS is still ongoing, with the goal of renewing CE Marks for these products under MDR by the end of 2027;Developing the proprietary coronary paclitaxel drug-coated balloon, Sapphire PTX, with a clinical trial application expected to be submitted to the PMDA in Q1 2026;Developing the peripheral scoring balloon, JADE Score, with registration applications expected to be submitted to the PMDA and the FDA in 2026.Optimizing Global Production Layout for Sustained Long-Term GrowthThe Group’s facilities in Shenzhen, the PRC; Hoevelaken, the Netherlands; and Weil am Rhein, Germany, achieved a combined annual production capacity of approximately 2.1 million units of balloons and stents as at December 31, 2025. To meet future production needs, construction of OrbusNeich’s largest R&D and manufacturing facility in Hangzhou, the PRC, is underway. Following the topping-out ceremony in the second half of 2025, marking the completion of construction of the main structure, renovation work has been ongoing since the end of 2025. The new facility is expected to commence operation in 2027, adding an annual production capacity of 2.4 million units.Mr. Chien concluded, “Looking ahead to 2026, OrbusNeich will continue leveraging its global platform to navigate ongoing external challenges. With the launch of new proprietary and eucatech AG products, rising third-party product sales, and the shift from distribution model to direct sales in certain markets, we expect steady revenue growth in the future. The Group will also explore potential downstream acquisitions in Europe to further consolidate our brand position. Going forward, we aim to sharpen our commercialization edge, maintain leadership in innovation and quality, and explore new business models to drive growth. Ultimately, these initiatives will reinforce our global competitiveness and further our founder, Mr. Teddy Chien’s vision of ‘benefitting humanity’ by improving patients’ quality of life worldwide.”About OrbusNeich Medical Group Holdings LimitedOrbusNeich is a multinational medical device company specializing in interventional devices for percutaneous coronary intervention (PCI) and percutaneous transluminal angioplasty (PTA) procedures. Headquartered in Hong Kong, China, our Group sells its products in more than 70 countries and regions worldwide. It is also actively expanding into structural heart disease. With an in-house R&D team boasting over 20 years of product development expertise, our Group has developed world-leading proprietary technologies.For more information, please visit the Group’s official website: https://orbusneich.com/.Media InquiriesStrategic Financial Relations LimitedAngelus LauTel: (852) 2864 4805Email: angelus.lau@sprg.com.hkDoris HoTel: (852) 2114 4916Email: doris.ho@sprg.com.hkBailey ZhouTel: (852) 2114 2825Email: bailey.zhou@sprg.com.hkWebsite: https://www.sprg.com.hk/OrbusNeich Medical Group Holdings Limited                                                   Maggie LauTel: (852) 3109 7234Email: mlau@orbusneich.comLucille Tsang Tel: (852) 3109 7292Email: ltsang@orbusneich.comWebsite: https://orbusneich.com/ Copyright 2026 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com

Honda Announces Losses Associated with Reassessment of Automobile Electrification Strategy; Revision to Forecast for Consolidated Financial Results; and Future Direction

TOKYO, Japan, Mar 12, 2026 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Honda Motor Co., Ltd. (Honda) today announced that it has made a decision to cancel the development and market launch of three EV (electric vehicle) models that had been planned for production in North America. This decision was made as part of the reassessment of the company’s automobile electrification strategy due to various factors including recent changes in the business environment.Consequently, Honda now expects to record losses in its consolidated financial results for the fiscal year ending March 2026, resulting in the revision of previously announced forecasts for the consolidated financial results for the fiscal year. More details and background of the decision and revisions made to the fiscal year forecasts are explained below.Automobile electrification strategy to date and changes in the business environmentSetting a goal to realize carbon neutrality for all products and corporate activities Honda is involved in by 2050, and due to a major policy change in the U.S. seeking to accelerate the transition to EVs, Honda undertook a major strategic shift toward the popularization of EVs based on its belief that EVs will be the optimal solution to realize carbon neutrality especially for small-size mobility products, including passenger cars, from a long-term perspective.Honda had been making steady progress in pursuit of EV adoption by leveraging its stable earnings base provided by existing gasoline and hybrid vehicle business based on technologies and know-how amassed through the development of hybrid models over many years, and motorcycle and financial services businesses with a solid customer base.However, the profitability of Honda automobile business is currently declining due primarily to 1) the unfavorable impact of changes in U.S. tariff policies on the gasoline and hybrid vehicle business and 2) a decline in the competitiveness of Honda products in Asia due to the impact of the allocation of more resources to EV development.In addition, the automobile business environment surrounding Honda is undergoing significant changes, and the outlook remains uncertain. Previously, with stringent environmental regulations fully implemented in the U.S. and other countries, Honda pursued EV adoption with strong determination that striving for carbon neutrality is a responsibility Honda, as a manufacture of mobility products, must fulfill for the future. However, in the U.S., the expansion of the EV market has slowed down due to several factors including the easing of fossil fuel regulations and revisions to EV incentives.Moreover, in China, what customers value more in automobiles is shifting from hardware features, such as fuel efficiency and cabin space, to software-based features that will continuously advance according to customer preferences. This has intensified the competition due to the rapid emergence of newer EV manufacturers that leverage their short product development cycles and strengths in the area of software-defined vehicle (SDV) technologies, including advanced driver-assistance systems (ADAS). In such a difficult competitive environment, Honda was unable to deliver products that offer value for money better than that of newer EV manufacturers, resulting in a decline in competitiveness.Honda automobile business has fallen into an extremely challenging earnings situation due to various factors, including its inability to respond flexibly to these changes in the business environment, compounded by a decline in the profitability of gasoline and hybrid models due to the impact of newly imposed tariffs.Incurring losses associated with reassessment of automobile electrification strategyIn order to improve the current earnings situation as early as possible, Honda considered various options; however, after careful consideration, the company made the decision to cancel the development and market launch of three EV models that had been planned for production in the U.S., namely the Honda 0 SUV, Honda 0 Saloon, and Acura RSX. Honda determined that starting production and sales of these three models in current business environment where the demand for EVs is declining significantly would likely result in further losses over the long term.Based on this decision, Honda now expects to record 1) write-off and impairment losses on tangible and intangible assets that were intended to be used for the production of these three EV models, as well as 2) losses related to additional expenses resulting from the cancellation of the development and sales of these models.In addition, in consideration of the intensification of competition in China, Honda reassessed the recoverability of investments accounted for using the equity method in China, and now expects to incur an impairment loss on the investments accounted for using the equity method.As a result, in the consolidated financial results for the current fiscal year, Honda expects to record 1) operating expenses of 820 billion yen to 1.12 trillion yen and 2) a share of the loss of investments accounted for using the equity method of 110 billion yen to 150 billion yen. Moreover, Honda expects to record special losses of 340 billion to 570 billion yen in the non-consolidated financial results for the same fiscal year.These amounts are preliminary estimates as of today (March 12, 2026), and should be finalized in the consolidated and non-consolidated financial results for the fiscal year ending March 31, 2026.Furthermore, in the next fiscal year or later, additional expenses or losses may be incurred in connection with the above-mentioned reassessment of the automobile electrification strategy. Combined with the losses to be recorded in the current fiscal year, the total amount of losses is expected to be a maximum of 2.5 trillion yen. This amount is estimated based on information currently available to Honda, and as this estimate includes risks and uncertainties, the actual amount to be recorded may differ from this estimate.In order to achieve more stable and continuous dividends, Honda adopted DOE (dividend on equity ratio) as its shareholder redistribution indicator; therefore, despite this revision to the consolidated financial results for the fiscal year ending March 31, 2026, Honda made no revision to the forecast for the dividend per share for this fiscal year.Future direction for automobile business transformationIn order to respond flexibly to rapid changes in its business environment, Honda is making progress in reorganizing its strategic framework and reestablishing its competitive strengths.In light of the recent slowdown in the growth of the EV market in the U.S., Honda will reassess its resource allocations and further strengthen its hybrid models. As for regional business, in addition to its main markets, namely Japan and the U.S., Honda will enhance the model lineup and cost competitiveness in India, where market expansion is expected. In other countries in Asia as well, Honda will strive to enhance its competitiveness by introducing next-generation hybrid models and reassessing the allocation of its resources.Moreover, in order to strengthen its business structure, Honda will establish  a fixed-cost structure appropriate for the scale.  Initiatives toward the future introduction of EV models will be implemented flexibly from a long-term perspective, while monitoring the balance between profitability and market trends.Although there is a possibility that additional expenses and/or losses will be recorded in the next fiscal year or later, Honda will maintain stable returns to shareholders by 1) improving profitability of its automobile business with the enhancement of the lineup, including next-generation hybrid models, and 2) leveraging solid earnings power and the cash-generating capability of its motorcycle and financial services businesses.Honda is planning to announce details of the reestablishment of its mid- to long-term strategy for its automobile business at a press conference to be held in May this year. Copyright 2026 JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.jcnnewswire.com

Japantastics Introduces the World of Kodaimoji, Bringing Ancient Characters into Modern Spaces

TOKYO, March 12, 2026 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) – Japantastics, Inc. has announced the launch of a new collection featuring Kodaimoji artworks by Kei Sato, a Japanese calligrapher and contemporary artist who reimagines ancient Chinese scripts such as oracle bone and bronze inscriptions as modern expressions of art. These early forms of writing, dating back more than 3,000 years, are recognised as the origins of modern Chinese characters and as vessels of timeless human emotion and spirituality.Guided by the concept "Bringing Ancient Characters into Modern Spaces," Sato transforms these primordial symbols into living works that resonate with contemporary aesthetic sensibilities. Her art transcends traditional calligraphy, appearing in diverse media such as wood, metal, ceramics, and stone. By merging historical depth with modern design, Sato creates works that channel the spirit of ancient writing into today's architecture, interiors, and art environments.Kei Sato explains: "Ancient characters are the prototypes of the kanji used today. Although they are the oldest form of written language, their rediscovery in 1988 makes them both ancient and new. Inspired by oracle bone and bronze inscriptions, born from cultures that reflect unchanging human emotions across time, I continue to create under the theme 'Bringing Ancient Characters into Modern Spaces,' hoping to share their essence across all environments.""Child""Happiness"Through her creative practice, Sato seeks not only to preserve these scripts as historical artefacts but to reinterpret and revitalise them, awakening the fundamental beauty and meaning of written forms within the context of contemporary art and space."Sun""Spring"The Japantastics.jp online site now features a selection of Sato's works, which serve as a cultural bridge, reviving the rhythm and beauty of the world's earliest scripts for the modern era. Through her reinterpretations, the primitive strokes once carved into bone or cast in bronze are reborn as expressions of universal harmony, emotion, and timeless design.Kei Sato's major overseas activities:1970: Began practising ancient Chinese calligraphy.1994: Became independent.1997: Established Raira Studio. Developed an original technique of expressing letters with granite in its original stone colour, and presented a lithograph. Held an exhibition at Nagoya Gallery 141, themed “Taking ancient Chinese Calligraphy into modern times”. Her works were exhibited at the Jiangsu Golden Mausoleum Restaurant in Nanjing, China.1999: Her works were exhibited in the Beijing China Museum of History International Calligraphy Exhibition. Held an exhibition at the gallery in Hakuseki Museum in Gifu Pref.2000: Her works were exhibited in the Jiangsu Provincial Art Museum International Calligraphy Exhibitions, Jiangsu, China. Held an exhibition at Nihonbashi Gallery “Kai” in Tokyo, Japan.2006: Her works were exhibited at Melbourne Art Show ’06, Australia. Her works were exhibited at Collingwood Gallery (Art Collection ’06), Australia.2009: Won China-Japan Peace Prize at Tokyo International Art Exhibitions (Sesion Suginami, Tokyo). Her works were exhibited at the Euro-American “America Arts Exhibitions” in Tennessee, USA.2010: Won “Art Gallery Prize” at Tokyo International Art Exhibitions (Tokyo Metropolitan Arts Museum).2011: Exhibited at the International “Japan – France Exhibition of Contemporary Art”, Aoyama Spiral. Won “Art Gallery First Prize” at the International Art Exhibition, Tokyo Metropolitan Arts Museum. Won the Award of Excellence at the Mexico International Art Exhibition, Mexico. Participated in the 21st Century International Artists Exchange and Exhibition, Seoul. Held an exhibition in Salon d’Automne, Paris (France).2012: Participated in International Art Exhibitions “Spain Art Exhibitions”, Spain. Won “Special Prize” (The Window of Art Prize) at *International Japan–France Exhibition of Contemporary Art”, National Art Centre. Participated in the 21st Century International Artists Exchange and Exhibition, Jilin (China). Held an exhibition in Salon d’Automne, Paris (France).2013: Exhibited at the International “Japan–France Exhibition of Contemporary Art”, The National Art Centre.2014: Exhibition at Kyoto International Hotel, Kyoto. Exhibited at the International “Japan – France Exhibition of Contemporary Art”, The National Art Centre. Held an exhibition in Salon d’Automne, Paris (France). Participated in the 21st Century International Artists Exchange and Exhibition. Won Mayor’s Award, Keelung City (Taiwan).2015: International Arts Exhibition (Belgium – Holland Arts Exhibition), Belgium 45th Anniversary.2016: Participated in the Euro-American 'French Art Prize Exhibition' featuring a special large-scale display of black and white works (Corsica).2018: Participated in the Euro-American 'Spanish Art Prize Exhibition' (Spain). Participated in the Euro-American 'Japan-France Contemporary Art World Exhibition' (The National Art Centre, Tokyo). Participated in the 21st Century Calligraphic and Painting Artists International Exchange Exhibition (Seoul). Exhibited at the Salon d'Automne (Paris, France).2019: Participated in the Euro-American 'Finland Art Prize Exhibition' (Finland). Selected for the Salon d'Automne (Paris, France).2020: Selected for the Salon d'Automne (Paris, France).2021: Participated in the Euro-American 'Japan-France Contemporary Art World Exhibition' (The National Art Centre, Tokyo). Selected for the Salon d'Automne (Paris, France).Read more about the Artist at Kei Sato's website (Jap): https://www.kodaimoji.comAbout JapantasticsJapantastics, Inc. is a Tokyo-based company dedicated to promoting and distributing authentic Japan-made products to global audiences. Through its online platform japantastics.jp, the company connects Japanese artisans and small manufacturers with customers worldwide who value quality, creativity, and cultural authenticity. Visit https://japantastics.jpMedia Contact: Japantastics at japantastics@gmail.com Copyright 2026 JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.jcnnewswire.com

業聚醫療2025財年收入、銷量及毛利齊創新高 純利增至約4,200萬美元 末期股息升兩成至每股12港仙

業績亮點:收入同比增長10.0%至1.80億美元,連續五年創新高。銷量破紀錄,達202萬件,同比增長16.2%。毛利上升7.0%至1.22億美元新高;公司擁有人應佔利潤增長5.5%至約4,190萬美元。董事會建議派發末期股息每股12港仙,連同特別股息,本年度現金股息總額達每股27港仙,派息比率為68.4%。財務狀況穩健,年末現金及銀行結餘為約2.29億美元,支持潛在收購及新生產設施建設。主要市場收入繼續增長,亞太地區市場增長15.7%,歐洲、中東及非洲市場增長19.6%,及美國市場增長37.0%。集團積極透過其銷售網絡及專業知識,協助優質醫療器械同業的產品邁向全球,同時豐富自身的產品組合。其中一款合作產品已於香港、馬來西亞、德國及西班牙上市,並正逐步推廣至亞太及歐洲、中東及非洲地區更多市場。香港, 2026年3月12日 - (亞太商訊 via SeaPRwire.com) - 專營經皮冠狀動脈介入治療(PCI)及經皮腔內血管成形術(PTA)手術介入器械的全球醫療器械製造公司業聚醫療集團控股有限公司(「業聚醫療」或「集團」;股份代號:6929)今天宣佈截至2025年12月31日止年度(「2025財政年度」或「回顧年」)的全年業績。儘管外圍環境充滿挑戰,集團仍展現非凡韌性,收入、銷量及毛利齊創歷史新高,純利亦錄得增長。回顧年內,業聚醫療在強化全球銷售與營銷能力及擴大產品組合投資方面,繼續取得顯著成效。集團收入連續五年實現增長,達180.5百萬美元新高。2025財政年度銷量亦創新高,同比增長16.2%至202萬件,其中自有產品及第三方產品銷量分別增長13.1%及34.9%。毛利同比增長7.0%至122.4百萬美元,同創歷史高位;公司擁有人應佔利潤增長5.5%至41.9百萬美元。每股基本盈利上升5.8%至5.09美仙。於2025年12月31日,集團的財務狀況維持穩健,現金及銀行結餘達約228.7百萬美元。鑑於業聚醫療穩健的營運表現、充裕的現金儲備及考慮到未來資本需求,董事會建議派發末期現金股息每股12港仙(2024年:每股10港仙)。連同較早前為慶祝業聚醫療成立25周年及答謝股東長期支持而派發的每股15港仙特別現金股息,2025財政年度的現金股息總額為每股27港仙。業聚醫療董事長、執行董事兼首席執行官錢永勛先生表示:「業聚醫療憑藉過去25載建立的實力,於2025財政年度再創佳績。我們一直堅持產品創新與品質至上的承諾,並建立專業團隊紮根全球各主要市場,確保產品可惠及世界各地的血管疾病患者。本年度,集團持續擴展全球銷售網絡,同時推進多項策略性合作,包括為期望進軍海外市場的中國醫療器械企業提供商業化支持。同時,我們位於杭州的研發及生產基地建設進展順利,充分展現集團尋求長遠增長的決心。」銷售網絡遍及全球,推動多區域收入及業務強勁增長業聚醫療的龐大銷售網絡,是由12個直銷團隊(包括本年度收購的一家台灣分銷商)及分銷商網絡組成,遍及全球70多個國家和地區。2025財政年度,有賴現有直銷市場的強勁表現及台灣市場的額外貢獻,亞太地區收入同比大幅增長15.7%至60.5百萬美元;歐洲、中東及非洲地區方面,德國、法國及西班牙等直銷市場錄得逾20.0%的快速增長,分銷商市場亦增長顯著,帶動該區整體收入加速增長,上升19.6%至46.9百萬美元。而隨關稅影響緩解加上產品需求持續強勁,美國市場收入同比增長37.0%至21.2百萬美元。而日本及中國內地市場的收入分別為32.3及17.8百萬美元。下半年,集團重點強化歐洲市場佈局,在荷蘭建立了直銷團隊。2026年,集團正於比利時設立另一直銷團隊,以期在同年於兩地市場實現向醫院直銷。業聚醫療廣泛的全球銷售網絡吸引了眾多製造商攜手合作,共同拓展國際市場。本年度,集團深化與深圳開立生物醫療科技股份有限公司的合作,於多個亞太及歐洲主要市場分銷其血管內超聲(IVUS)產品,涵蓋新加坡、馬來西亞、法國、德國、西班牙、瑞士等直銷市場,以及歐洲數個選定的分銷市場。於2025財政年底前,該產品已於香港、馬來西亞、德國及西班牙市場實現銷售。全球註冊與臨床齊頭並進,強化多元創新產品組合截至2025年12月31日,業聚醫療在全球主要司法管轄區擁有超過220項授權專利及已公佈專利申請,包括35款獲PMDA批准產品、42款獲CE標誌產品、20款獲FDA許可產品及24款獲國家藥監局批准產品。本年度,集團在產品註冊及臨床試驗方面繼續取得進展,包括:Teleport Glide、Scoreflex QUAD、EZGuide LL(大管腔)、Vascuaid及SIDEPASS獲PMDA批准,JADE PLUS及Teleport Glide獲CE標誌,GuidingArk導引導管及Teleport XT獲國家藥監局批准;就Teleport Glide向FDA提交檢准申請、就Sapphire ULTRA及Sapphire NC ULTRA向PMDA提交批准申請;就Scoreflex TRIO、Teleport Glide、Sapphire NC 24、Sapphire NC ULTRA、Sapphire ULTRA及JADE PLUS向國家藥監局提交批准申請;完成Sapphire 3美國臨床試驗的病人入組工作,預計於2026年上半年向FDA提交產品註冊申請;完成eucatech AG旗下產品eucaLimus及SUPPORT C的臨床登記的病人入組,並進行VITUS的病人入組工作,目標於2027年底前取得MDR下的CE標誌認證;開發自有冠狀動脈紫杉醇藥物塗層球囊Sapphire PTX,預計於2026年第一季向PMDA提交臨床試驗申請;開發外周刻痕球囊JADE Score,預計於2026年向PMDA及FDA提交註冊申請。優化全球產能佈局,實現可持續的長遠增長集團位於中國深圳、荷蘭荷佛拉肯及德國萊茵河畔魏爾的生產設施,於2025年12月31日的球囊及支架年產能達約210萬件。為滿足未來生產需要,集團正於中國杭州興建旗下最大型的研發及生產設施。項目封頂儀式已於2025年下半年舉行,標誌該設施主體結構工程竣工,裝修工程亦於2025年底啟動。新設施預計於2027年投入營運,屆時將新增年產能240萬件。錢先生總結:「展望2026年,業聚醫療將繼續善用全球平台應對當前外圍挑戰。隨著自有新產品及eucatech AG產品推出、第三方產品銷量持續增長,以及部分市場由分銷轉向直銷模式,我們預期未來收入將穩步上升。集團亦將於歐洲物色潛在的下游收購目標,以進一步鞏固品牌地位。未來,我們將繼續強化商業化方面的競爭優勢,保持產品創新與卓越品質方面的領先地位,並積極探索新業務發展模式,以達致增長。這些舉措不僅能鞏固集團的全球競爭力,更將延續創始人錢學雄先生『造福人群』的初心與使命,為全球患者帶來更美好的生活。」關於業聚醫療集團控股有限公司業聚醫療是一家全球醫療器械製造公司,專門生產用於經皮冠狀動脈介入治療(PCI)及經皮腔內血管成形術(PTA)的介入器械。本集團總部位於中國香港,產品銷往全球超過70個國家和地區。集團亦積極將業務擴展至結構性心臟病領域。憑借擁有逾20年產品開發經驗的內部研發團隊,本集團已開發出世界領先的專有技術。如需瞭解詳情,請訪問集團官網:https://orbusneich.com/傳媒垂詢縱橫財經公關顧問有限公司劉若琪電話:(852) 2864 4805電郵:angelus.lau@sprg.com.hk 何田田電話:(852) 2114 4916電郵:doris.ho@sprg.com.hk周百霖電話:(852) 2114 2825電郵:bailey.zhou@sprg.com.hk 網站: www.sprg.com.hk業聚醫療集團控股有限公司劉慧菁電話:(852) 3109 7234電郵:mlau@orbusneich.com曾 璐電話:(852) 3109 7292電郵:ltsang@orbusneich.com網站: https://orbusneich.com/ Copyright 2026 亞太商訊 via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com

Unlocking the huge potential of China’s silver economy

HONG KONG, Mar 12, 2026 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) – As the average age of the global population continues to rise, the Chinese Mainland is now home to the world’s largest number of seniors. Recognising this, the country’s 15th Five-Year Plan calls for proactive measures to address the challenges of an increasingly ageing population. The silver economy is set to be one of the vital engines for the mainland's next wave of economic growth.The Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) has released a new consumer survey report, Chinese Mainland Silver Economy Opportunities, that details the strong spending power of the mainland’s affluent, middle-class senior consumers, as well as the vast untapped potential of this particular sector of society. With securing "happiness" and ensuring "quality" as their spending priorities, the survey shows that such consumers regard Hong Kong-made products as guaranteed to be authentic, while the city’s services sector is seen as professional and reliable. As a result, many of these consumers pronounce a willingness to pay a "Hong Kong premium".Believing that the continued expansion of the mainland's silver economy represents significant opportunities for Hong Kong businesses, Bruce Pang, HKTDC Director of Research, said: "Among other priorities, the 15th Five-Year Plan focuses on boosting domestic demand as a means of driving economic growth. Inevitably, this will create opportunities for Hong Kong companies looking to expand into the Chinese Mainland market.“By gaining a deeper understanding of the consumption patterns of mainland seniors, particularly those in the higher-spending middle-class and affluent segments, Hong Kong businesses will be able to effectively penetrate the domestic market."To gain a more in-depth understanding of the development opportunities in the country’s silver economy, HKTDC surveyed more than 2,000 middle-class/affluent senior consumers in various mainland cities last year. The broad cross-section of respondents included those in their 50s starting to plan their retirement, those entering retirement in their 60s, and the older post-retirement population (aged 70 and above). According to the survey’s findings, respondents' average monthly expenditure on daily consumer goods and services was approximately RMB7,000, rising to RMB8,000 for those in first-tier cities.Commenting on the findings of the survey, Wing Chu, the HKTDC’s Deputy Director of Research, who led the study, said: "Currently, the Chinese Mainland's silver economy is valued at about RMB7 trillion – some 6% of overall GDP. This is projected to surge to RMB30 trillion by 2035, indicating the segment’s huge development potential.“The survey also showed that more than half of such consumers had purchased Hong Kong products or services, consequently holding Hong Kong brands in particularly high regard. It was also notable that 78% of respondents were willing to pay a premium for Hong Kong-sourced products, while 84% were willing to do so in the case of the city’s services sector. Typically, respondents were willing to pay a 16.4% premium on products and 15.4% premium on services, with those in first-tier cities happy to pay an even higher percentage for many types of products and services.”Hong Kong brands enjoy stellar reputationOverall, many of the mainland’s senior consumers have a highly positive view of Hong Kong brands, with the city’s products celebrated for their quality and authenticity, and its services for their professionalism and reliability. On the product front, 61% of respondents had purchased Hong Kong products in the past year, including health foods (24%), luxury goods (18%) and beauty and personal care products (17%). In terms of future purchases, respondents expressed the greatest interest in Hong Kong health foods, leisure foods and beverages.Regarding the city’s services, 54% of senior respondents said they had utilised Hong Kong services in the past year, including beauty and personal care services (25%), travel to Hong Kong, Macao and Taiwan (22%) and financial and wealth management services (20%). Over the next 12 months, the most sought-after Hong Kong services were said to relate to health and wellness services, followed by beauty and personal care services.Digging deeper into the preferences of such consumers, HKTDC Economist Eric Chu said: "When choosing products and services, happiness is the priority for Chinese Mainland seniors, closely followed by value for money. With this in mind, Hong Kong businesses can leverage the silver economy by capitalising on the strong reputation and professional advantages of the city’s brands.“Specifically, they should consider expanding into the higher-spending first and second-tier cities, while targeting the younger segment of the senior population. Enhancing the offline experience and fostering word-of-mouth recommendations, alongside optimised promotional efforts, will also help Hong Kong businesses stand out in the mainland’s rapidly growing silver market.”Silver generation shaping a “blue ocean” of consumptionTaking a more in-depth look at the survey findings, 65% of respondents prioritised products or services that would enhance their leisure or bring them happiness, while 63% valued reasonable pricing and good value for money, and 62% focused more on the practicality and durability of the products or services on offer. Collectively, this indicates that mainland seniors are particularly concerned about their health and quality of life, while also valuing cost-effectiveness and functionality, marking them out as a notably mature and rational consumer group.In terms of product consumption, 23.3% of respondents most frequently purchased food and beverages, followed by home products (12.6%) and clothing (12.5%). In the case of services, 20.3% utilised body wellness services most often, followed by beauty and personal care services (16.7%) and leisure and entertainment services (13.1%).In addition, despite the popularity of online shopping across the mainland, the survey showed that physical stores remain the primary consumption channel for the more elderly demographic. For such consumers, offline experiences, in-person consultations and a sense of trust in products and services remain prime considerations.To help businesses capitalise on opportunities arising from the silver economy market, the HKTDC has incorporated various related elements into many of its exhibitions and forums. This allows relevant companies to showcase their products and technologies, while also giving them the opportunity to explore the latest industry developments through a series of related seminar programmes.Aligning with this approach, a thematic seminar on healthy ageing was held as part of the Asia Summit on Global Health, while the Rehabilitation and Elderly Care zone at the Hong Kong International Medical and Healthcare Fair featured the latest gerontechnology products. The Hong Kong Electronics Fair (Autumn Edition) also sought to showcase fitness and health products relevant to the senior market.In addition, the Hong Kong Toys & Games Fair, held in January this year, introduced a new “Happy Ageing” label for silver market products, making it easier for buyers to identify toys and related products designed specifically for older consumers. The Asia Toys & Games Forum, held during the fair, hosted a discussion by a number of international experts on the optimum design of toys for the elderly, while also offering many other insights into the silver-focused toy market.Looking ahead, the HKTDC will continue to provide comprehensive support to the business sector, enabling enterprises to further explore and develop opportunities in the growing silver economy market.ReferencesReport link: https://research.hktdc.com/en/article/MjI2ODIyMDg0NwHKTDC Research: http://research.hktdc.com/enPhoto download: https://bit.ly/4shpQjOHKTDC Director of Research Bruce Pang (centre), Deputy Director of Research Wing Chu (left) and Economist Eric Chu (right) presented key findings from the "Chinese Mainland Silver Economy Opportunities" consumer survey reportHKTDC Media Room: http://mediaroom.hktdc.com/enMedia enquiriesFor enquiries, please contact:Raconteur PR Agency:Betsy TseTel: (852) 9742 7338Email: betsytse@raconteur.hkMolisa LauTel: (852) 6187 7786Email: molisalau@raconteur.hkHKTDC Communication and Public Affairs Department:Clayton LauwTel: (852) 2584 4472Email: clayton.y.lauw@hktdc.orgAbout HKTDCThe Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) is a statutory body established in 1966 to promote, assist and develop Hong Kong's trade. With over 50 offices globally, including 13 in Mainland China, the HKTDC promotes Hong Kong as a two-way global investment and business hub. The HKTDC organises international exhibitions, conferences and business missions to create business opportunities for companies, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), in the mainland and international markets. The HKTDC also provides up-to-date market insights and product information via research reports and digital news channels. For more information, please visit: www.hktdc.com/aboutus. Copyright 2026 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com

Eisai Launches Awareness Campaign on Importance of Sleep Through “Pokemon Sleep” Collaboration

TOKYO, Mar 12, 2026 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Eisai Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Tokyo, CEO: Haruo Naito, “Eisai”) announced today that it is launching an initiative to raise public awareness of the importance of sleep in collaboration with the smartphone application “Pokémon Sleep”.It is estimated that 12.4 million adults in Japan—equivalent to 11.8% of the adult population—experience insomnia and the resulting daytime functional impairments.1 According to the 2023 National Health and Nutrition Survey by the Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare, the percentage of people aged 20 and older who feel they have sufficient rest through sleep has shown a gradual decline, highlighting a consistent downward trend for over a decade.2 The proportion of people who sleep less than six hours per night has also reached 38.5% among men and 43.6% among women.2The feeling of insufficient rest has been linked to decreased daytime performance and an increased risk of lifestyle-related diseases, and securing adequate sleep in terms of both quality and quantity is essential for health promotion and maintenance across all age groups.3 Accordingly, the importance of educational activities aimed at disseminating accurate sleep knowledge is increasing.This initiative is part of Eisai’s efforts to build an ecosystem in the sleep field, a key focus area for the company. By leveraging Eisai’s scientific expertise in sleep and the ability of “Pokémon Sleep” to “inspire action through fun”, the collaboration aims to create opportunities for all generations to reflect on their own sleep and daytime performance, and subsequently raise awareness of the importance of healthy sleep.As the first step of this collaborative awareness initiative, Eisai will provide the picture book “Snorlax’s Dream” to medical institutions across Japan that are actively involved in sleep disorder consultation, primarily to those registered with “Sleep Consultation Navigator” information site powered by Eisai. The story is set in the world of “Pokémon Sleep”. Through an adventure in search of Snorlax, the Pokémon characters convey the “importance of getting sufficient sleep and staying healthy” and “tips for a good sleep” in an entertaining way to readers of all ages. By making the picture book available in the waiting areas of medical institutions, the initiative aims to encourage patients to reflect on their own sleep habits in an environment where they are more likely to be considering their physical condition and lifestyle. Additionally, under the collaboration with Pokémon Sleep, Eisai plans to expand its awareness activities by updating patient education leaflets and creating video content that promotes healthy sleep habits.(Please note that all materials provided are intended for distribution to medical institutions in Japan.)Eisai aims to effectively achieve social good in the form of relieving anxiety over health and reducing health disparities not only through the development of therapeutic drugs, but also by building an ecosystem in collaboration with other industries. Together with “Pokémon Sleep,” Eisai will continue to create an environment where people of different generations can reflect on their sleep habits and achieve positive behavioral changes toward a healthy lifestyle. Through these efforts, Eisai will further contribute not only to individuals living with insomnia and their families but also to those who have concerns about their sleep.Media Inquiries:Public Relations Department,Eisai Co., Ltd.+81-(0)3-3817-5120About “Pokémon Sleep”Pokémon Sleep, the sleep tracker app that turns sleep into entertainment, can be downloaded for free on the Apple App Store or Google Play Store. Learn more about Pokémon Sleep at PokemonSleep.net.[Product Information]Title: Pokémon SleepMSRP: Free to play *Features in-app purchasesPublisher: The Pokémon CompanyDeveloper: SELECT BUTTON Inc.Platforms: iOS/AndroidGenre: SimulationMode: Single-playerSupported languages: Japanese, English, Spanish, French, German, Italian, Korean, Traditional Chinese *The "Spanish" supported by this software is European Spanish.[Official website] https://www.pokemonsleep.net/en/[App store] https://app.adjust.com/1xkxcsv1[Copyright]©Pokémon/Nintendo/Creatures/GAME FREAKPokémon Sleep is developed by SELECT BUTTON inc.TM, ®, and character names are trademarks of Nintendo.The Pokémon Company was established to manage the Pokémon brand. Currently, the company develops and produces video games, which is where Pokémon originates, as well as trading card games, animated TV series and movies, merchandise, tie-up promotions, events, and the Pokémon Center, directly managed Pokémon shops.About the Sleep Information Website Operated by Eisai Eisai provides basic knowledge about sleep and insomnia, self-checks for sleep, information about treatments and medications for insomnia, through "Sodan.e-Nemuri". Additionally, the website offers a wide range of content about sleep for those struggling with sleep issues, including the "Sleep Consultation Navigator" which helps users search for medical institutions that can provide advice and treatments for sleep disorders and insomnia. Please see https://e-nemuri.eisai.jp/ for details. (Japanese only)References1. Clinical Guideline for the Management and Treatment of Sleep Disorders, 3rd Edition (Japanese only)2. The 2023 National Health and Nutrition Survey by the Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare (Japanese only) https://www.mhlw.go.jp/content/10900000/001338334.pdf3. Sleep Guide for Health Promotion 2023 - Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare (Japanese only) https://www.mhlw.go.jp/content/001305530.  Copyright 2026 JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.jcnnewswire.com

NEC Develops Physical AI That Anticipates Human Movement and Psychological States

TOKYO, Mar 12, 2026 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - NEC Corporation (NEC; TSE: 6701) has developed a first-of-its-kind physical AI (*1) that proactively controls robots to help reduce human stress. This technology utilizes a proprietary "world model" (*2) from NEC to predict human movement and psychological states, quantitatively estimating a person's level of stress.The technology was developed based on a world model, an AI system that is attracting attention globally for accelerating robot adoption. It anticipates the direction a person will move based on the relative position and posture between a robot and the person, predicting the person's level of stress in real time. This enables robots to be controlled along paths and at speeds that reduce human stress.In collaborative human-robot work environments, this reduction of psychological stress can be closely linked to physical safety, helping to avoid collisions and unexpected contact. As a result, expectations are growing for robots utilizing physical AI as a solution to labor shortages and hazardous tasks.However, it is not easy for robots to control their movements based on expected human movements and psychological states. Moreover, robot behavior may cause humans to feel uneasy or tense, potentially hindering smooth collaboration.NEC developed this technology to address these challenges. The technology promotes robot deployment in environments where dedicated robot zones are not yet established, such as small-to-medium-sized logistics warehouses, factories, and retail stores with narrow aisles—locations where stress-related barriers to robot use are conventionally high.This development was achieved by integrating the knowledge and expertise NEC previously accumulated through the research and development of globally recognized models in the field of Physical AI and robot control technologies.The proprietary world model utilized by this technology was developed by combining two prediction models. This has enabled robots to predict the future level of human stress when executing a specific driving control, thereby achieving optimal driving control that anticipates human movement. As a result, it can navigate at speeds and along paths that minimize human stress while maintaining mobility efficiency and suppressing unnecessary deceleration or stops, which can contribute to resolving labor shortages and improving productivity.1. Predicting human movement that changes based on robot behavior and physical surroundingsBy understanding the relationship between "human and robot behavior" as well as "humans and their physical surroundings," NEC has developed a unique prediction model capable of forecasting changing human movement. Using camera footage from robots and their control data, the model can predict with high accuracy the future 3D position and posture of people visible in current footage. This is accomplished in consideration of a robot's behavior and surrounding environmental information.2. Real-time, quantitative estimation of the degree of human stress in relation to a robot’s positionThrough the operation of robots and training AI with experimental results from stress surveys and robot movement data, NEC developed a unique predictive model that quantitatively estimates human stress levels based on the position, posture, and speed among humans and robots. This model enables real-time estimation of stress levels felt by individuals as robots approach them, tailored to each specific situation.Going forward, NEC will continue contributing to the creation of environments where humans and robots can collaborate safely through the implementation of Physical AI.(1) The amount of carbon dioxide absorbed and emitted between forests and the atmosphere.(2) Source: Verra, a nonprofit organization that operates standards in environmental and social markets. "VCS VM0012 Improved Forest Management in Temperate and Boreal Forests (LtPF)."About NECThe NEC Group leverages technology to create social value and promote a more sustainable world where everyone has the chance to reach their full potential. NEC Corporation was established in 1899. Today, the NEC Group’s approximately 110,000 employees utilize world-leading AI, security, and communications technologies to solve the most pressing needs of customers and society. For more information, please visit https://www.nec.com, and follow us on LinkedIn and YouTube. Copyright 2026 JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.jcnnewswire.com

Everest Medicines Announces Commercial Launch and First Prescription for VELSIPITY(R) in Mainland China, Addressing Unmet Need in Moderately to Severely Active Ulcerative Colitis

HONG KONG, March 11, 2026 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) – March 9, Everest Medicines (1952.HK) announced the commercial launch of VELSIPITY(R) (etrasimod arginine tablets) in Mainland China, highlighted by the issuance of the first prescription at The First Affiliated Hospital of Sun Yat-sen University, marking a milestone in patient access in the region. According to reports, on the day the first prescription was issued in mainland China, VELSIPITY(R) was simultaneously prescribed in eight tertiary hospitals across seven key cities—Guangzhou, Shanghai, Hangzhou, Xi’an, Chongqing, Beijing, and Nanjing—achieving immediate coverage of patients in major regions nationwide on its launch day. The drug has also expanded patient access through internet hospital platforms. To date, patients at leading medical institutions, including the First Affiliated Hospital of Sun Yat-sen University, Sir Run Run Shaw Hospital, the First Affiliated Hospital of the Air Force Medical University of the People's Liberation Army, Chongqing People’s Hospital, and Peking Union Medical College Hospital, have already benefited from the therapy.Notably, VELSIPITY(R) was approved for marketing by China’s National Medical Products Administration (NMPA) in February this year. The first prescription in mainland China was issued just one month later, marking a rollout significantly faster than the industry average. Industry observers believe this not only reflects the strong clinical demand for the product but also demonstrates Everest Medicines’ execution capabilities in the commercialization of innovative drugs.From a disease burden perspective, inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) is considered one of the fastest-growing gastrointestinal diseases worldwide. IBD mainly includes ulcerative colitis (UC) and Crohn’s disease (CD). In recent years, the number of patients in China has continued to increase, driven by changes in dietary patterns, shifts in lifestyle, and improvements in diagnostic capabilities. Several industry research institutions predict that China’s IBD treatment market could exceed RMB 10 billion by around 2030, with novel small-molecule innovative drugs expected to become one of the key drivers of market growth.From a clinical perspective, ulcerative colitis (UC) is a chronic, relapsing inflammatory bowel disease characterized by symptoms such as mucus and blood in the stool, abdominal pain, diarrhea, and rectal tenesmus, which can significantly affect patients’ quality of life. In China, both the incidence and prevalence of UC are increasing, with a clear trend toward younger patients. The patient population is projected to grow from approximately 0.98 million in 2025 to about 1.50 million by 2031. As the disease remains incurable, patients require long-term management to maintain disease control.VELSIPITY(R) is a next-generation, highly selective S1P receptor modulator with best-in-disease potential and strong first-line treatment recommendations for moderately to severely active ulcerative colitis (UC) in both the American Gastroenterological Association (AGA) Clinical Practice Guideline and the American College of Gastroenterology (ACG) Clinical Guideline Update.Results from multiple global clinical studies have demonstrated that VELSIPITY(R) delivers meaningful clinical benefits, including rapid onset of action, long-lasting clinical remission, steroid-free remission, and deep mucosal healing, with a favorable safety profile. In the ENLIGHT UC study, the largest Asian multicenter Phase 3 clinical study, the clinical remission rate at week 40 of the maintenance period reached 48.1%, and the deep mucosal healing rate reached 51.9%, with an endoscopic mucosal normalization rate of 45.5%. These findings demonstrate VELSIPITY(R)'s potential to improve long-term disease outcomes and reduce the risk of relapse and disease progression.Results from the ELEVATE UC open-label extension demonstrate continuous treatment with VELSIPITY(R) for up to 3 years resulted in 86.8% of patients achieving a clinical response among the observed cases, with both clinical remission and mucosal healing rates maintained at approximately 60%. Safety data extending up to five years from the global clinical program further confirm that VELSIPITY(R) is well tolerated and maintains a favorable and stable safety profile.Prof. Chen Minhu, Academic Leader of the Department of Gastroenterology at The First Affiliated Hospital of Sun Yat-sen University, noted that with the first prescription now issued, VELSIPITY(R) is being incorporated into routine clinical practice, providing physicians with an innovative treatment option for patients living with UC who continue to face ongoing disease challenges.“Early achievement of mucosal healing is recognized as a key treatment goal, as it can significantly reduce rates of disease relapse, hospitalization, surgery, and the risk of progression to colorectal cancer. VELSIPITY(R) addresses this need by targeting intestinal inflammation at its source and promoting mucosal healing, while offering a favorable profile of efficacy and safety, along with the convenience of an oral, once-daily regimen, supporting sustained disease management and improving patients' quality of life,” said Mr. Rogers Yongqing Luo, Chief Executive Officer of Everest Medicines.In 2024 and 2025, VELSIPITY(R) was included in the Catalogues of Guangdong Province on Drugs and Medical Devices from Hong Kong and Macao in Urgent Clinical Use in Nine Mainland Municipalities of the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area, making it available at designated hospitals across the region. Real-world data have shown that the efficacy and safety of VELSIPITY(R) are consistent with those observed in clinical trials.From a commercialization perspective, Everest Medicines has already demonstrated a mature and replicable capabilities through its core nephrology product NEFECON(R). As the world’s first and currently the only etiological treatment for IgA nephropathy (IgAN) to receive full approvals in China, the United States, and Europe, Nefecon(R) generated more than RMB 1 billion in sales in the first three quarters of 2025. The product has set a new benchmark for non-oncology therapies and has become one of the best-performing chronic disease drugs added to China’s national reimbursement list over the past decade.This achievement has validated the company’s platform for the commercialization of innovative medicines, centered on the integrated coordination of access, medical, marketing, and sales (A2MS) driven by scientific and commercial insights. It has also provided replicable systems and experience for the market expansion of future products. The rapid issuance of the first prescription for VELSIPITY(R) further demonstrates the efficiency of this platform. Leveraging the channel network and market access experience built through Nefecon(R), the product is expected to replicate a similar growth trajectory.From a market landscape perspective, China’s UC treatment market has long been dominated by traditional immunosuppressants and injectable biologics. However, these therapies present certain limitations, including lack of oral convenience and potential long-term safety risks. With its differentiated advantages, VELSIPITY(R) is widely viewed by the industry as having the potential to address this unmet need. Market expectations suggest that the drug could reach peak sales of RMB 5 billion, becoming a key driver of revenue growth for Everest Medicines.Everest Medicines stated that it plans to build a multi-channel market access framework, provide diversified patient assistance programs and innovative payment solutions, and actively pursue the inclusion of VELSIPITY(R) in China’s National Reimbursement Drug List (NRDL) to improve the drug’s accessibility and affordability. Copyright 2026 JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.jcnnewswire.com

比特幣價格預測:3 月比特幣交易所交易基金流入 15.6 億美元,恐懼指數降至 12,但 Pepeto 預售仍突破 800 萬美元

(SeaPRwire) -   美國比特幣現貨ETF在3月份累計流入15.6億美元,與此同時,貪婪與恐懼指數降至12,這是自2022年熊市底部以來的最低持續讀數。 機構在買入,而散户在恐慌抛售,在這種恐慌情緒中吸引資本的預售項目是一個能從任何方向的交易量中獲利的交易所。目前進入Pepeto的錢包並不等待那場辯論得到解決。 據Cointelegraph報道,美國比特幣現貨ETF在3月份累計吸引了15.6億美元的流入,同時XRP ETF的抛售有所緩解。CoinMarketCap顯示,比特幣價格接近70,947美元,貪婪與恐懼指數為12。 比特幣價格預測仍然不確定,因為機構通過ETF進行積累,而散户則認輸,歷史表明,極端恐懼讀數大約80%的情況下會先於積極的回報出現。機構買入和散户恐慌之間的這種分歧是最大行情的起點。 比特幣價格預測仍不確定,但Pepeto的交易所從交易量中獲利,而其他方則等待方向指引 Pepeto 機構通過ETF買入價值15.6億美元的比特幣,此時恐懼指數為12,散户則在恐慌中抛售。在加密貨幣歷史的每一次重大反彈之前,都出現過這種分歧,而在那些時刻積累財富的錢包從來不是等待比特幣價格預測來確認走勢的錢包。他們是那些已經布局在無論走勢如何都能受益的項目中的人。Pepeto目前就是這樣的一個項目,因為無論比特幣漲到10萬美元還是橫盤數月,該交易所都能從交易量中獲利。 跨鏈橋以零成本連接以太坊、BNB Chain和索拉納,人工智能篩選在任何代幣上線前通過檢查合約風險來保護每一個上市項目,零費用交易吸引了機構和散户錢包的交易量。聯合創始人將最初的Pepe帶到了70億美元的市值,一位前幣安高管打造了交易所架構,深知經過驗證的基礎設施在規模上需要什麼。SolidProof在預售開始前完成了審計。 發布後的每一笔交易都會根據持仓比例向預售錢包發放永久性收入,這意味著比特幣價格預測辯論對Pepeto持有者來說無關緊要,因為無論K線顏色如何,交易量就是交易量。在自上一個周期底部以來未曾如此嚴重的極端恐懼情緒下,預售接近8,000,000美元了,這揭示了一個任何圖表都無法呈現的事實:在極端恐懼時期進入的錢包是信念資本,是那種研究審計報告和團隊記錄,並且因為數學在每種情況下都可行而進入的資金。 隨著團隊完成每一個里程碑,社區每天都在增長,回頭客不斷增加他們的持仓,因為他們看到上市在即,並且明白預售結束後交易所基礎設施的價值。 2026年比特幣價格預測 根據CoinMarketCap的數據,比特幣交易價格接近70,947美元,3月份ETF流入15.6億美元,表明儘管恐懼指數為12,但機構需求仍在持續。CryptoQuant的牛市得分為100分中的10分。 比特幣價格預測短期目標是,如果買入壓力保持,則為75,000美元,該水平有阻力,支撐位接近65,000美元。隨著機構積累的持續,年底的長期預測集中在100,000美元至150,000美元之間。 胖企鵝 PENGU的交易價格為0.007美元,在經歷大量抛售以及PEI Licensing的商標訴訟後,較2026年初的峰值下跌了90%。 現貨交易量飆升230%,證實了資本外流。如果爭議得到有利解決,PENGU可能回升至0.01美元,但法律不確定性和散户的疲憊對價格造成壓力。 結論 索拉納最早的預售買家將小持仓變成了世代財富,不是因為他們預測了未來,而是因為他們在世界有理由出現之前就認識到了經過驗證的基礎設施,而同樣的模式現在正在Pepeto內部形成。從回頭客錢包中籌集了近800萬美元,一位已經創造了70億美元價值的聯合創始人,以及一位前幣安高管打造的交易所,將從每一笔交易中永久獎勵每一位預售持有者。 每一個周期都證明了同樣的道理:在平靜時期行動的人是創造財富的人,而等待確認的人則在高位買入。趁預售仍在接受入場時訪問Pepeto官方網站,因為現在持有的仓位將承載這個項目未來全部的價值。 點擊訪問Pepeto網站以進入預售 常見問題 有15.6億美元的ETF流入,比特幣價格預測如何? 在極端恐懼時期機構ETF買入歷史上表明在回升之前的積累。比特幣價格預測短期目標是75,000美元,年底目標是100,000美元以上。 在極端恐懼時期,Pepeto是一項好的投資嗎? Pepeto能從任何市場走勢的交易所交易量中獲利,已經籌集了800萬美元,有SolidProof審計,還有一位創造了70億美元價值的聯合創始人。訪問Pepeto官方網站。 投資Pepeto安全嗎? Pepeto在推出前完成了SolidProof審計,有一位前幣安高管在交易所背後,並且在恐懼指數為12時從有見識的回頭客錢包中籌集了800萬美元。本文由第三方廠商內容提供者提供。SeaPRwire (https://www.seaprwire.com/)對此不作任何保證或陳述。 分類: 頭條新聞,日常新聞 SeaPRwire為公司和機構提供全球新聞稿發佈,覆蓋超過6,500個媒體庫、86,000名編輯和記者,以及350萬以上終端桌面和手機App。SeaPRwire支持英、日、德、韓、法、俄、印尼、馬來、越南、中文等多種語言新聞稿發佈。

Yuexiu REIT Maintains Operational Resilience, Revenue Exceeds RMB1.8 Billion in 2025

HONG KONG, Mar 11, 2026 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) – Yuexiu Real Estate Investment Trust ("Yuexiu REIT", together with Yuexiu REIT Asset Management Limited, collectively known as the “REIT”; stock code: 405) announced its annual results for the year ended 31 December 2025.Yuexiu REIT Management Team: Chairman and Non-Executive Director Mr. JIANG Guoxiong (center), Executive Director and Chief Executive Officer Ms. OU Haijing (left), and Chief Financial Officer Mr. KWAN Chi Fai (right)2025 Annual Results Highlights:                                                    - Overall operation remained resilient, with total revenue of RMB1,856 million (2024: RMB2,032 million).- The average financing cost was 3.61%, a three-year low; the average interest payment rate was 3.77%, representing a year-on-year decrease of 76 basis points. Excluding exchange loss, the financing expenses decreased by approximately RMB152 million year-on-year.- As at 31 December 2025, the overall occupancy rate of the properties was 82.1% (2024: 84.5%).- Optimised the asset portfolio by disposing of a 50% interest in Yuexiu Financial Tower in Q4 2025, realising cash proceeds of approximately RMB5.3 billion to enhance financial flexibility. Yuexiu REIT maintained its "investment-grade" rating from both Standard & Poor's and Fitch, with the outlook upgraded to "stable".- The final distribution to the Unitholders for the period will be approximately RMB0.0189, equivalent to HK$0.0214. Distribution per Unit for the year will be approximately RMB0.0522, equivalent to HK$0.0580. Distribution yield is 6.74% per Unit for the year.- To maintain the REIT’s financial flexibility, the distribution ratio for the period from 1 July 2025 to 31 December 2025 has been adjusted to 90%, resulting in an overall full-year distribution ratio of approximately 96%.Guangzhou International Finance Center (GZIFC):- Operating revenue of the GZIFC complex was RMB984 million, accounting for 53.0% of the REIT’s total revenue.- The office building of GZIFC introduced two Fortune Global 500 companies; the occupancy rate was 80.9%.- GZIFC Shopping Mall introduced China Duty Free Group (CDFG), the first and currently the only downtown duty-free store in Guangzhou, achieving a renewal rate of 89% for the year, and an occupancy rate of 95.5% at the end of the period.- Four Seasons Hotel Guangzhou's average room rate increased by 5.8% year-on-year. Ascott Serviced Apartments GZIFC achieved an average occupancy rate of 91.5%, up 1 percentage point year-on-year, with revenue reaching a record high for the period.Proactive Management of Financing Risk and Effective Stabilisation of Financing Cost- With regard to the short-term loan of RMB530 million, the 5-year syndicated loan of HK$2.1 billion, and the remaining HK$2.1 billion of the 3-year syndicated loan of HK$3.8 billion, all due in 2025, the Manager in 2025 renewed the short-term loan of RMB530 million, obtained offshore loan of RMB1.7 billion, issued dim sum bonds of RMB1 billion, and obtained an offshore syndicated loan package equivalent to HK$2.1 billion (a sustainability-linked loan), for the refinancing of the maturing loans so as to ensure effective monitor on the liquidity risk.- A total of approximately RMB4.68 billion in loans were obtained in 2025 to partially refinance offshore HKD floating rate loans, taking advantage of the relatively low-cost of RMB financing to proactively adjust the financing structure. At the end of 2025, the financing interest rate exposure of Yuexiu REIT was approximately 10%, narrowed by 16 percentage points from 26% at the beginning of the year; the average financing cost was 3.61%, a three-year low, representing a decrease of 55 basis points from 4.16% at the beginning of the year; the average interest payment rate for the full year of 2025 was 3.77%, representing a year-on-year decrease of 76 basis points. Excluding the exchange loss, the finance expenses were approximately RMB773 million, representing a year-on-year decrease of approximately RMB152 million.- As at the end of 2025, Yuexiu REIT had RMB financing of approximately RMB15.47 billion, accounting for 76% of total financing (2024: RMB financing of approximately RMB12.33 billion, accounting for 60% of total financing).Mr. JIANG Guoxiong, Chairman and Non-Executive Director of Yuexiu REIT, said, "2025 marked the 20th anniversary of Yuexiu REIT's listing. The Manager consolidated its competitive advantages by taking strategic actions to secure market share, prioritised occupancy rates, strengthened risk control to stabilise lease renewals, enhanced product competitiveness to meet market demand and invested in capital renovation projects to ensure asset value preservation and appreciation. These efforts stabilised the fundamentals of operations in a challenging market, providing solid support for the full-year revenue. Concurrently, we optimised the asset portfolio by appropriately reducing the proportion of office buildings, and proactively captured favourable financing opportunities, successfully issuing the first-ever Panda Bonds by a listed REIT globally as well as the REIT’s inaugural green bond. Financing costs for the year reached a three-year low, effectively underpinning the overall distribution level. The successful execution of a series of pioneering capital operations fully demonstrated the Manager’s strategic commitment to driving the high-quality development of Yuexiu REIT. This underscored its resolute determination in creating sustainable and long-term value for Unitholders.”Guangzhou International Finance Center (GZIFC)During the year, GZIFC recorded a newly contracted area of 15,702 sq.m. The newly launched 7,403 sq.m. of furnished units recorded an absorption cycle of about 36 days, with an absorption rate close to 72%. Quality tenants introduced include two Fortune Global 500 companies, a Fortune China 500 company, a leading global shipping giant, and a renowned Internet-based culture, sports and entertainment company. In addition, the project recorded a renewal area of 34,294 sq.m. and a renewal rate of 86%, retaining quality tenants including six Fortune Global 500 companies and a foreign consulate. GZIFC was selected as one of the Top 30 companies in the “Performance Index - 2025 Commercial Property Operation Performance)” by Guandian.GZIFC Shopping Mall renewed lease with its anchor tenant, Guangzhou Friendship Store, and introduced China Duty Free Group (CDFG) to set up a store, which is the first and currently the only downtown duty-free store in Guangzhou. In addition, GZIFC Shopping Mall launched the light meal and beverage area on the basement floor, coupled with the brand revitalisation of the dining tenants on the fourth and fifth floors by introducing seven “first stores”. Membership operations achieved remarkable results, with the share of member sales doubling to 16%. The project actively created digitalised consumption scenarios and made full use of mainstream platforms to attract customer flow through multiple channels. Specifically, the “Italian Culture Season” themed event was successfully held in collaboration with hotels, theaters, museums and consulates, effectively boosting customer flow and sales. Newly contracted area and renewal area totaled 35,573 sq.m., with a renewal rate of 89%. The occupancy rate was 95.5%.Four Seasons Hotel Guangzhou launched the first batch of renovated rooms during the year. The average room rate was RMB2,260, representing a year-on-year increase of 5.8%. The average occupancy rate was 77.7%. The revenue per available room (RevPAR) was RMB1,756, representing a year-on-year increase of 0.9%. The RevPAR competitive index was 110.0, maintaining a relatively leading market position among luxury hotel competitors. Ascott Serviced Apartments GZIFC recorded an average occupancy rate of 91.5% during the year, representing a year-on-year increase of 1 percentage point. The average room rate was RMB1,137, representing a year-on-year increase of 1.6%. The RevPAR was RMB1,040, representing a year-on-year growth of 2.7%. The RevPAR competitive index reached 146.9, remaining at a high level among high-end apartment competitors. The Apartments achieved a record high in operating revenue for the same period and ranked first in operating revenue among Ascott China properties for ten consecutive years since 2016.Yuexiu Financial TowerThe Manager disposed of 50% interest in Yuexiu Financial Tower in Q4 2025. Following completion of the disposal, Yuexiu Financial Tower became a Qualified Minority-owned Property of the REIT. The occupancy rate was 77.9% at the end of the period.White Horse BuildingWhite Horse Building introduced high-quality customers from core industrial clusters in Guangzhou, Shenzhen and Dongguan and recorded a newly contracted area of 5,808 sq.m. for the year, with full occupancy on the 1st floor for the first time in the past five years and a six-year record high set by the 2nd floor’s occupancy rate. During the year, it organised 22 original brands to showcase their products at professional exhibitions such as the Fashion World Tokyo, and the China International Fashion Fair; held the “White Horse Fashion Journey: Border Trade Supply Chain Matching Conference”, and established the “Guangdong-Xinjiang Fashion Industry Chain Supply and Procurement Cooperation Alliance” with ten wholesale markets in Urumqi, Xinjiang. During the year, it welcomed a total of 517 procurement delegations, along with nearly 13,000 purchaser visits, including 19 foreign delegations from France, Vietnam and other countries, and facilitated procurement deals worth RMB320 million. The occupancy rate was 96.0% at the end of the period.Fortune PlazaDuring the year, the project recorded a newly contracted area of 6,334 sq.m., and introduced certain quality tenants including several subsidiaries of a Fortune Global 500 integrated financial group, two Fortune Global 500 companies and the Guangzhou branch of two global leading companies. The project recorded a renewal area of 8,662 sq.m. and a renewal rate of 84.0%, retained quality tenants including three Fortune Global 500 companies and the Guangzhou branch of a national commercial bank. Upgraded product standards accelerated the absorption of vacant units, with an absorption rate of 93% for furnished units. The occupancy rate was 93.4% at the end of the period, representing a year-on-year increase of 1 percentage point, and a strong rebound of 5.4 percentage points from the interim period.City Development PlazaDuring the Reporting Year, the project recorded a newly contracted area of 9,279 sq.m. and introduced a beauty technology company and a pharmaceutical supply chain service company to enhance the ambience of healthcare business in the building. The project recorded a renewal area of 5,011 sq.m. and a renewal rate of 77%, retained tenants including a Fortune Global 500 company and a globally-renowned Contract Research Organisation (CRO). The occupancy rate was 90.6% at the end of the period.Victory PlazaVictory Plazq’s anchor tenant, Uniqlo, continued to play a flagship role, recording a 7.0% year-on-year sales growth for the year and maintaining its position as the top-selling store nationwide. The project successfully introduced the sports brand “Super Anta” to set up the largest store in the Guangzhou-Foshan region and “Crab Mang Mang”, the first store nationwide of Guizhou spicy crab business, achieved the diversification of its food and beverage brand portfolio. By connecting internal and external resources to hold fifteen major events, the mall achieved a year-on-year increase of 2.0% in its annual sales. During the year, newly contracted area and renewal area totaled 5,579 sq.m., with a renewal rate of 84%. The occupancy rate was 94.0% at the end of the period.Shanghai Yue Xiu TowerDuring the year, Shanghai Yue Xiu Tower recorded a renewal area of 6,430 sq.m., with a renewal rate of 43%, while securing a newly contracted area of 8,070 sq.m., efficiently making up for the prematurely vacated units. During the year, the project continued to increase the supply of small-area furnished units to meet market demand, formulated differentiated pricing strategies, and successfully held a channel recruitment conference, which attracted more than one hundred real estate agencies. By investing in various capital nature renovations, the project enhanced both energy efficiency and service standards. The occupancy rate was 83.1% at the end of the period.Wuhan PropertiesDuring the year, Wuhan Yuexiu Fortune Centre recorded a newly contracted area of 26,837 sq.m., and introduced quality tenants including two Fortune Global 500 state-owned enterprises, and two Fortune Global 500 foreign enterprises. In addition, it recorded a renewal area of 20,617 sq.m. and a renewal rate of 76.0%, hitting a new high in the past three years, and retained quality tenants, including seven Fortune Global 500 enterprises and a Fortune China 500 company. Approximately 21,000 sq. m. of renovated units were supplied throughout the year, with an absorption rate approaching 98%. The occupancy rate was 62.1% at the end of the period, representing a year-on-year increase of 1 percentage point.Wuhan Starry Victoria Shopping Centre revitalised several popular dining and fitness brands, aiming to attract more family and young customer groups. The project deeply tapped into the consumption potentials of “night economy” and “scene experience” by leveraging the unique venue feature of “Joy Garden”, launching themed activities such as “Riverside Starry Night ”, thus achieving customer flow substantially in line with last year, while the shopping mall recorded a year-on-year increase of 0.5% in annual sales. During the year, newly contracted area and renewal area totaled 9,827 sq.m., with a renewal rate of 48.0%. The occupancy rate was 87.4% at the end of the period, representing a rebound of 5.0 percentage points from the interim period.Hangzhou VictoryDuring the year, the project recorded a newly contracted area of 7,890 sq.m. and introduced a tenant to take up an entire floor. In addition, it recorded a renewal area of 8,836 sq.m. and a renewal rate of 54%, retained quality tenants including two Fortune Global 500 companies and the Zhejiang branch of a state-owned enterprise in Shanxi Province. The occupancy rate was 84.5% at the end of the period.Integrating ESG into Business and Promoting Sustainable DevelopmentAdhering to a long-term perspective, the Manager systematically advanced ESG initiatives. On the occasion of publicly disclosing Yuexiu REIT’s sustainability practices for the tenth consecutive year, the Manager officially renamed the “Environmental, Social and Governance Report” to the “Sustainability Report”, further promoting the deep integration of Yuexiu REIT’s strategy into sustainable development and reinforcing their synchronized progress. During the year, Yuexiu REIT received the highest Green Five Star rating and the title of “Global Sector Leader” for the first time from the Global Real Estate Sustainability Benchmark (GRESB) and once again secured A-rating (highest level) for public disclosure, highlighting its outstanding capabilities in the field of sustainable development.ProspectsIn the coming year, the Manager will maintain a prudent and optimistic attitude, adapt proactively to changes and strengthen risk managemen to generate stable return for the Unitholders. In terms of asset management, the Manager will dynamically implement proactive, prudent and flexible leasing and operating strategies in response to economic development trends and competitive dynamics, diligently explore new growth drivers, and keenly seize potential opportunities to enhance the market competitiveness of asset portfolio. In terms of financing management, the Manager will continue to review and make reasonable adjustments to its financing structure, and introduce low-cost RMB financing through various financing channels to offset interest rate risks. In respect of renovation projects, the Manager will carry out the phased renovations of Four Seasons Hotel Guangzhou in an orderly manner to support the long-term preservation and appreciation of property value.About Yuexiu Real Estate Investment TrustYuexiu Real Estate Investment Trust ("Yuexiu REIT") was listed on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange of Hong Kong Limited on 21 December 2005 and is the first listed real estate investment trust only investing in properties in the People's Republic of China (the "PRC") in the world. As of 31 December 2025, Yuexiu REIT’s portfolio of properties consisted of ten properties (including one Qualified Minority-owned Property), namely, White Horse Building, Fortune Plaza, City Development Plaza, Victory Plaza, Guangzhou International Finance Centre (“GZIFC”), Yuexiu Financial Tower (a Qualified Minority-owned Property with a 49.495% beneficial interest) located in Guangzhou; Yue Xiu Tower located in Shanghai; Wuhan Yuexiu Fortune Centre, and Starry Victoria Shopping Centre located in Wuhan; Victory Business Centre located in Hangzhou; and Yue Xiu Building located in Hong Kong. The total gross floor area of the properties (excluding Yuexiu Financial Tower) was approximately 974,000 sq.m. All properties are located in the central business district of Guangzhou, Shanghai, Wuhan, Hangzhou and Hong Kong respectively. The categories of the properties include Grade-A offices, commercial complexes, retail business, hotel, serviced apartments and professional clothing market etc. Copyright 2026 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com

加密貨幣新聞更新:市場進入復甦模式,PENGU 和 SUI 斬獲漲幅,但 DeepSnitch AI 以 1000 倍預測設下高標

(SeaPRwire) -   隨著唐納德·川普表示美國與伊朗之間的戰爭可能很快結束,油價隨之下跌,加密貨幣市場在週二錄得了可觀的漲幅。根據最新的加密貨幣新聞,隨著比特幣飆升至7萬美元以上,加密貨幣市場上漲了3.3%。 與此同時,DeepSnitch AI (DSNT) 持續為其他加密貨幣樹立更高的標準,並出現了1000倍漲幅的預測。DeepSnitch AI 是一個市場情報平台,利用一套五個AI代理,為零售交易者提供清晰且即時的市場洞察。 儘管仍處於預售階段,這個AI加密貨幣項目在團隊宣布3月31日的預售截止日期後,最近一直主導著全球加密貨幣新聞。DeepSnitch AI 的價格為0.04399美元,並已籌集超過203萬美元。 隨著油價下跌,加密貨幣市場跳漲超過3% 隨著市場復甦,週二加密貨幣總市值飆升3.3%,達到2.48兆美元。另一方面,比特幣在當日上漲4.3%後,攀升至70,773美元。以太坊和頂級山寨幣也紛紛上漲,根據Coingecko數據,前10大山寨幣中的大多數漲幅在3%到5%之間。 正如加密貨幣新聞更新所指出,整個加密貨幣市場的漲勢主要是由油價下跌引發的。OilPrice的數據顯示,隨著川普宣布與伊朗的戰爭即將結束,油價從四年高點118美元跌至約85美元。 如果油價持續下跌且戰爭局勢降級,加密貨幣市場可能會經歷強勁復甦。 今日加密貨幣頭條顯示這3個潛力項目正成為趨勢 1. DeepSnitch AI (DSNT):即時AI工具助燃1000倍突破熱潮 作為加密貨幣投資者,是時候停止猜測並依賴傳統的DYOR(自己做好研究)來進行交易了。隨著DeepSnitch AI 現在上線,該平台為您提供準確且即時的市場分析。 想要追蹤市場情緒,還是解讀巨鯨錢包動向的含義?DeepSnitch AI 正是為此而生的工具。其五個AI工具已經可以正常運作,並可透過單一儀表板存取。 SnitchFeed追蹤情緒變化,AuditSnitch掃描智能合約風險,而SnitchGPT則作為問答助手,提供關於區塊鏈產業更新和改變人生的情報見解。 有趣的是,DeepSnitch AI 並不昂貴。這個AI加密貨幣在第六階段預售中的價格為0.04339美元。籌集超過203萬美元的事實證明,市場正在關注其1000倍的預測。 目前,精明的投資者正在DeepSnitch AI 上線前提前布局。根據最近的加密貨幣新聞,DSNT團隊宣布預售將於3月31日結束。您現在只剩下不到3週的時間進場,否則將永遠錯過這個1000倍的機會。   2. PENGU價格分析:團隊推出新瀏覽器遊戲 Pudgy Penguins (PENGU) 再次回到雷達上,其價格在週二上漲超過7.5%,交易價格來到0.007216美元。這波漲勢將PENGU的月度漲幅擴大到超過10%,因為這個迷因幣吸引了市場注意。 根據今日加密貨幣頭條,Pudgy Penguins 價格最近的跳漲是由於最近為PENGU粉絲推出了一款新的免費遊玩瀏覽器遊戲「Pudgy World」。Pudgy Penguins 現在目標是測試約0.007300美元附近的阻力位。如果這個水平被突破,價格可能會進一步攀升。 3. Sui價格分析:接近關鍵阻力位 Sui (SUI) 在3月10日週二飆升超過8%,交易價格來到0.9754美元。這波漲勢得到了強勁活動的支持,SUI的24小時交易量躍升超過63%,達到7.16億美元。 然而,根據全球加密貨幣新聞,SUI目前正接近當前水平附近的關鍵阻力區。如果被突破,Sui可能會繼續上漲,但市場分析師Zaibi Trades預測,約1.10美元附近的供應區可能會限制SUI的漲幅,並引發向更低水平下跌的趨勢。 結論 今日的加密貨幣新聞更新顯示,加密貨幣市場正在復甦。但是,大多數投資者現在正關注DeepSnitch AI 的1000倍突破機會,目標是在2026年獲得巨大收益。其強勁的需求和即時可用的AI工具,清楚地證明這一里程碑可能很快就會實現。 如果您今天購買價值10,000美元的DSNT代幣,您將獲得150%的預售獎勵,這增加了您獲得更大回報的前景。 請訪問官方網站以獲取更多資訊,並加入X和Telegram以獲取社群更新。 常見問題 1. 為什麼加密貨幣現在在上漲? 今日加密貨幣頭條顯示,加密貨幣市場上漲是由於市場情緒改善,因為川普暗示與伊朗的戰爭可能很快結束。DeepSnitch AI 也隨著其AI工具已上線而持續獲得關注。 2. 今天最新的加密貨幣新聞是什麼? 根據今日全球加密貨幣新聞,DeepSnitch AI 持續主導頭條新聞,因為其1000倍的預測將FOMO(錯失恐懼症)推至頂點。隨著三月底的TGE(代幣生成事件)現已確認,您擁有在DSNT價格飆升前的最後購買機會。 3. 隨著市場復甦,哪種加密貨幣將會蓬勃發展? 隨著市場復甦,Pudgy Penguins 和 SUI 已成為潛在的突破性加密貨幣。然而,區塊鏈產業更新顯示,DeepSnitch AI 是現在最值得購買的加密貨幣,因為它具有明確的實用性。本文由第三方廠商內容提供者提供。SeaPRwire (https://www.seaprwire.com/)對此不作任何保證或陳述。 分類: 頭條新聞,日常新聞 SeaPRwire為公司和機構提供全球新聞稿發佈,覆蓋超過6,500個媒體庫、86,000名編輯和記者,以及350萬以上終端桌面和手機App。SeaPRwire支持英、日、德、韓、法、俄、印尼、馬來、越南、中文等多種語言新聞稿發佈。

Axonex Intelligence and Synergy Technology Group Form Joint Venture to Accelerate Digital Twin and Drone Flight Control Expansion

HONG KONG, Mar 12, 2026 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) – Mint Incorporation Limited (“Mint” or the “Group”, NASDAQ: MIMI), a Hong Kong-based company with a new strategic focus on artificial intelligence (AI) and robotics, and an established business interior design and fit-out works provider, today announced that its wholly-owned subsidiary, Axonex Intelligence Limited (“AXONEX”)  has entered into a joint venture agreement (the “JV Agreement”) with Synergy Technology Group Limited (“STG”) to establish Axonex Automation Limited (“JV company”), a new Hong Kong-based joint venture company focused on commercializing advanced digital twin and drone flight control technologies in Hong Kong and selected overseas markets.Under the JV Agreement, AXONEX will hold an 80% equity interest in Axonex Automation Limited, while STG will hold the remaining 20%. The joint venture will combine AXONEX’s operational resources and international business capabilities with STG’s proven technology in digital twins and drone flight control systems to drive scalable deployment in sectors such as infrastructure inspection, utilities, smart cities, and industrial operations.AXONEX has committed to provide up to HK$ 20,000,000 of capital to the joint venture in stages, subject to the achievement of defined business and technical milestones set out in the agreement. The funding will be released through four tranches over an expected 12–24-month period.STG will contribute technology, intellectual property, know-how, and ongoing technical support to the JV company, initially via a license of its core digital twin and drone flight control platforms, the “Zhishan No-Code Digital Twin Universal Platform and related drone inspection technologies” to Axonex Automation Limited.Mr. Damian Chan, Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer of Mint stated: “This joint venture creates a focused vehicle to bring next-generation digital twin and autonomous drone capabilities from concept to commercial reality across Hong Kong and key overseas markets.”A representative of Synergy Technology Group Limited added: “Our collaboration with AXONEX will accelerate the real-world adoption of our digital twin and drone flight control technologies in critical infrastructure, smart city, and industrial applications, leveraging Hong Kong as a launchpad for global expansion.”Photo CaptionMr. Damian Chan, Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer of Mint (Right) and Mr. Jiang Xiaotong, founder of STG (Left) signed the JV to establish Axonex Automation Limited focused on commercializing advanced digital twin and drone flight control technologies in Hong Kong and selected overseas markets.About Mint Incorporation LimitedMint Incorporation Limited (NASDAQ: MIMI), a Hong-Kong based enterprise listed on NASDAQ, specializes in artificial intelligence (AI), robotics, and interior design. Through its subsidiary Axonex Intelligence Limited, the company delivers intelligent robotics and facility management solutions to enterprises, real estate, shopping centers, government agencies, and more. Mint also operates Matter International Limited, providing professional interior design and renovation services. With a focus on innovation and practical applications, Mint is committed to enhancing efficiency, safety, and quality of life across industries.About Synergy Technology Group LimitedSynergy Technology Group Limited is a Hong Kong-based technology company specializing in advanced digital twin solutions and drone flight control systems, with applications across infrastructure monitoring, utilities, and smart city ecosystems. Founded by Jiang Xiaotong, an Associate Professor at Southeast University, Synergy Technology Group Limited operates under a license from Nanjing Zhishan Intelligent Technology Research Institute Co., Ltd for the “Zhishan No-Code Digital Twin Universal Platform and related drone inspection technologies”.Forward-Looking StatementsCertain statements in this release are forward-looking statements. These forward-looking statements involve known and unknown risks and uncertainties and are based on the Company’s current expectations and projections about future events that the Company believes may affect its financial condition, results of operations, business strategy and financial needs. Investors can identify these forward-looking statements by words or phrases such as “approximates,” “believes,” “hopes,” “expects,” “anticipates,” “estimates,” “projects,” “intends,” “plans,” “will,” “would,” “should,” “could,” “may” or other similar expressions. The Company undertakes no obligation to update or revise publicly any forward-looking statements to reflect subsequent occurring events or circumstances, or changes in its expectations, except as may be required by law. Although the Company believes that the expectations expressed in these forward-looking statements are reasonable, it cannot assure you that such expectations will turn out to be correct, and the Company cautions investors that actual results may differ materially from the anticipated results and encourages investors to review other factors that may affect its future results disclosed in the Company’s filings with the SEC. Copyright 2026 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com

Axonex Intelligence與互惠智科有限公司共同成立合資企業

香港, 2026年3月12日 - (亞太商訊 via SeaPRwire.com) - Mint Incorporation Limited(「Mint」或「集團」,納斯達克股票代碼:MIMI)─ 一家專注於人工智能與機械人技術,同時提供商業室內設計及裝修服務的香港本地企業,今日欣然宣布,其全資子公司 Axonex Intelligence Limited (「AXONEX」)已與互惠智科有限公司(「互惠智科」)訂立合資協議,共同成立Axonex Automation Limited(「合資企業」),一家總部位於香港,專注香港及特定海外市場將先進的數字孿生及無人機飛行控制技術商業化的新合資企業。根據合資協議,AXONEX將持有Axonex Automation Limited 80%的股權,而互惠智科將持有其餘20%。這合資協議將結合AXONEX的營運資源與國際業務能力,及互惠智科在數字孿生與無人機飛行控制系統領域的成熟技術,以推動在基礎設施檢測、公用事業、智慧城市及工業營運等領域的可規模化部署。AXONEX 已承諾按階段向合資企業投入最高達20,000,000港元的資金,具體金額將按協議所訂明的業務及技術里程碑的達成情況而擬定。相關資金預計將於12至24個月期間內分四期撥付。互惠智科將向合資企業提供技術、知識產權、專業技能及持續的技術支援,初期將向Axonex Automation Limited授權其「止善零代碼數字孿生通用平台」及無人機巡檢相關業務。Mint董事會主席兼行政總裁陳海龍先生表示:「是次與互惠智科的合資協議將創建一個平台,專注將新一代數字孿生及自動駕駛無人機技術,在香港及多個重要海外市場從概念階段推向商業應用。」互惠智科有限公司的代表補充道:「與AXONEX的合作將加速我們的數字孿生及無人機飛行控制技術在關鍵基礎設施、智慧城市及工業應用領域的實際落地,並以香港為起點,實現全球業務拓展。」圖片說明Mint董事會主席兼行政總裁陳海龍先生(右)與互惠智科創辦人姜曉彤先生(左)簽署合資協議,共同成立Axonex Automation Limited,專注香港及特定海外市場將先進的數字孿生及無人機飛行控制技術商業化。有關Mint Incorporation LimitedMint Incorporation Limited(納斯達克股票代碼:MIMI)是一家於納斯達克上市的香港本地企業,專注於人工智能、機械人技術及室內設計領域。透過其子公司 Axonex Intelligence Limited,公司為企業、地產、商場、政府機構等提供智能機械人與設施管理解決方案。Mint 同時營運 Matter International Limited,提供專業室內設計與裝修服務。秉持創新與實際應用並重的理念,Mint 致力於提升各行各業的效率、安全性與生活質素。有關互惠智科有限公司互惠智科有限公司是一家總部位於香港的科技企業,專門提供先進的數字孿生解決方案及無人機飛行控制系統,其應用領域涵蓋基礎設施監測、公共設施及智慧城市生態系統。由東南大學副教授姜曉彤創立,互惠智科有限公司獲南京止善智能科技研究院有限公司所授予的許可,營運「止善零代碼數字孿生通用平台」及「無人機巡檢」相關業務。前瞻性陳述本新聞稿中的某些陳述屬於前瞻性陳述。這些前瞻性陳述涉及已知和未知的風險和不確定性,並基於公司對可能影響其財務狀況、營運成果、業務策略和財務需求的未來事件的目前期望和預測。投資者可通過「大約」、 「相信 」、 「希望 」、 「期望 」、 「預期 」、 「估計 」、「項目 」、 「打算 」、 「計劃 」、 「將 」、 「將會 」、 「應該 」、 「可能 」或其他類似的詞語或短語識別這些前瞻性陳述。公司不承擔更新或修訂任何前瞻性陳述以反映隨後發生的事件或情況,或其期望的變化的公開義務,除非法律要求。儘管公司認為這些前瞻性陳述所表達的期望是合理的,但無法保證這些期望將會被證實正確,並提醒投資者實際結果可能與預期結果有顯著差異,並鼓勵投資者查閱可能影響其未來結果的其他因素,這些因素披露在公司向證券交易委員會提交的文件中。 Copyright 2026 亞太商訊 via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com

NEC and The University of Tokyo calculate carbon accumulation rates in Malaysian national park with a 9.4% margin of error

The University of Tokyo’s carbon cycle assessment model, VISIT, and NEC’s data assimilation technology calculate decarbonization effect in forests with greater efficiency and accuracy than conventional methodsTOKYO, Mar 12, 2026 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - The University of Tokyo’s Graduate School of Agricultural and Life Sciences, Faculty of Agriculture, and NEC have calculated carbon accumulation rates for Lambir Hills National Park in Malaysia based on observed removals data for greenhouse gases (GHG) utilizing the university’s VISIT (Vegetation Integrated SImulator for Trace gases) terrestrial ecosystem model.NEC’s data assimilation technology (patent pending) was used to correct data errors, and observed data was compared with simulated data in order to calculate carbon accumulation rates with a high degree of accuracy, achieving a daily margin of error of 9.4%.BackgroundNEC is promoting initiatives to quantify GHG removals in forests across Southeast Asia and to develop carbon credits in the forest sector. As part of these efforts, NEC has been conducting joint research with the Graduate School of Agricultural and Life Sciences at The University of Tokyo, which developed the VISIT model, an ecosystem model with strengths estimating carbon stocks and fluxes (*1) in forests in the Asian region.The VISIT model estimates carbon stocks and fluxes based on forest vegetation, soil, and meteorological data. By combining VISIT with NEC’s data assimilation technology, exceptionally high-precision estimation of forest carbon accumulation rates has become possible.Data assimilation technology is a computational method that improves model accuracy by adjusting model parameters based on differences between model outputs and observed data. NEC’s data assimilation technology is designed to enhance the accuracy of carbon flux estimations for the future by linking VISIT with image data obtained from satellite-mounted sensors. A patent application has been filed by NEC for this technology.Key features of the VISIT modelThe VISIT model assesses carbon cycles in terrestrial ecosystems. In addition to enabling estimation of carbon stocks and fluxes using vegetation, soil, and meteorological data, the model can also assess the impacts of land-use changes and climate change. VISIT is particularly well suited for improving accuracy based on observed data and is regarded as highly reliable compared with other similar models.Furthermore, the VISIT model is applicable to forests across Asia, including Japan. The methodologies recommended by the Verified Carbon Standard (VCS), the world’s largest voluntary carbon crediting program, primarily reference models developed for Europe and North America and have not specified models tailored to Asian regions (*2). This joint research utilizing the VISIT model is expected to make important contributions to the advancement of forest carbon credit development in Asia.Key features of data assimilationData assimilation is a computational method that improves the accuracy of model estimation by correcting model parameters based on differences between model outputs and observed data. The NEC data assimilation technology used in this joint research has the potential, in the future, to enhance the accuracy of carbon flux estimation by linking the VISIT model with satellite-mounted hyperspectral sensors. A patent application has been filed by NEC for this technology.Currently, the application of data assimilation technology to observational models in the forestry field is not widespread. By applying this technology to the VISIT model, more efficient and highly accurate data collection in forest environments becomes possible, contributing to the advancement of forest conservation initiatives.Building on the findings obtained through this joint research, NEC will accelerate its initiatives in natural capital accounting and carbon credit development.(1) The amount of carbon dioxide absorbed and emitted between forests and the atmosphere.(2) Source: Verra, a nonprofit organization that operates standards in environmental and social markets. About NECThe NEC Group leverages technology to create social value and promote a more sustainable world where everyone has the chance to reach their full potential. NEC Corporation was established in 1899. Today, the NEC Group’s approximately 110,000 employees utilize world-leading AI, security, and communications technologies to solve the most pressing needs of customers and society.For more information, please visit https://www.nec.com, Copyright 2026 JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.jcnnewswire.com

More than 1,000 top buyers to attend! Procurement opportunities at China Chaoshan International Textile and Garment Exhibition

Shantou China, Mar 12, 2026 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - From March 18 to 20, 2026, the 5th China Chaoshan International Textile and Garment Exhibition will be held at the Shantou International Convention & Exhibition Center, under the theme “Five Continents Gather in Chaoshan”.This year, the Exhibition has been fully upgraded in scale, covering over 150,000 square meters and featuring more than 100 product categories. It will bring together over 1,200 exhibitors showcasing more than 200,000 new products and bestsellers, and is expected to attract over 140,000 professional buyers seeking business opportunities.The buyers come from hundreds of cities and provinces across China, as well as more than 40 countries and regions overseas, encompassing Chinese and international purchasers, both online and offline buyers. The audience spans all channels, including e-commerce shelves, livestream e-commerce, cross-border platforms, ready-to-wear brands, private domain/group purchases, overseas trade, agents/distributors, brick-and-mortar chains, supermarkets/department stores, and well-known IPsThe appeal of the Exhibition lies in the quality and quantity of professional attendees. The 5th China Chaoshan International Textile and Garment Exhibition precisely matches the product categories of exhibitors with the needs of buyers, efficiently connecting partners and attracting the top procurement representatives across key channels within the industry, offering exhibitors unprecedented business opportunities.It brings together leading internet fashion brands and buyers, such as Bananain, Beneunder, NEIWAI, and Luckymeey, who drive online market growth and provide exhibitors with a golden channel for scalable exposure and precise user reach.Top KOLs, leading MCN (Multi-Channel Network) agencies, and livestreamers will unlock traffic potential, becoming a new engine for brands to amplify both awareness and sales.Leading lingerie retail chains integrate resources to efficiently meet the end-market procurement needs, building a stable, high-end channel network and providing brands with solid market penetration capabilities.Core regional agents and channel leaders in provincial and city-level markets cultivate local distribution networks and end-market operations, helping products achieve deeper market penetration and channel expansion.The Exhibition also gathers national-level chain supermarkets, high-end department store groups, and large shopping centers, providing large-scale physical venues that lay a solid foundation for offline retail partnerships.Mainstream cross-border platforms such as Amazon, eBay, SHEIN, and TEMU, along with major international and local e-commerce sellers, will participate, opening full-chain overseas opportunities for brands and helping enterprises enter the global textile and apparel consumer market.Representatives from leading e-commerce platforms, including Alibaba, POIZON, JD.com, Douyin, and VIP.com, will attend to connect with exhibitors, sharing insights on platform traffic and algorithm trends to drive online bestsellers and omni-channel growth.Top buyers from well-known lingerie brands will serve as partners guiding professional trends. Representatives from leading lingerie brands such as Aimer, Gujin, HODO, and FENTENG will be present, providing buyers with a fast-track to the full range of lingerie products.Top buyers from apparel brands bring mature brand matrices and customer bases, providing strategic channels to expand product reach and serve as partners in market breakthroughs and value enhancement.Invitations for professional buyers to the 5th China Chaoshan International Textile and Garment Exhibition are still ongoing, helping you explore more opportunities in the industry, secure real orders, and establish meaningful partnerships. We warmly invite industry friends to join us on-site and participate in this grand event!March 18 to March 20, 2026Shantou International Convention & Exhibition CenterWe sincerely invite you to attend and explore new opportunities in the industry.Media contactCompany Name: Shantou Zhongbo Exhibition Co., Ltd.Contact Person Name: James XiaoContact Person Title: General Manager AssistantOfficial Website: www.ctge.net/en/ Copyright 2026 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com