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Apple’s Foldable iPhone Still Rumored for September Release

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(AsiaGameHub) -   Apple’s foldable iPhone still appears on track for a September debut, even after a Nikkei Asia report raised fresh delay worries during the device’s engineering test phase. Bloomberg noted Apple is still aiming to launch the phone around the iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max launch window, though the schedule is not final. Good to Know Nikkei Asia, as cited by Reuters, stated that engineering issues could slow mass production and shipment timelines. Bloomberg reported that Apple still plans to release the foldable model in September, with retail stores possibly receiving the device around the same time as or shortly after the iPhone 8 Pro lineup. Initial supply may be limited, as the device is more complex to manufacture than a standard iPhone. Apple Foldable Launch Plans Remain On Track The first warning came from Nikkei Asia. Per Reuters, Apple has run into engineering snags during testing, and these issues could delay mass production or initial shipments if they take longer to fix than expected. Bloomberg pushed back on that assessment just hours later. Mark Gurman reported that Apple is still on course for a September unveiling, with the foldable model expected to launch alongside the iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max or shortly after. Even so, both Bloomberg and TechCrunch noted that the launch is still months away, so the timing could still shift. Apple’s primary focus isn’t just the folding design itself, but the weak points that have held the foldable category back. Bloomberg reported that Apple believes it has improved screen quality and overall durability, and also made the display crease less visible when the phone is opened. This could carry more weight than the foldable label alone. Samsung and several Chinese phone makers have sold foldables for years, so Apple is entering the market late. A smoother screen and better durability would give Apple a clear path to stand out if the device launches in September. This article is provided by a third-party. AsiaGameHub (https://asiagamehub.com/) makes no warranties regarding its content. AsiaGameHub delivers targeted distribution for iGaming, Casino, and eSports, connecting 3,000+ premium Asian media outlets and 80,000+ specialized influencers across ASEAN.

Macau Welcomes 665,918 Visitors During Easter and Ching Ming Holiday Period

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(AsiaGameHub) -   Macau received 172,057 visitors on April 5, the Ching Ming Festival—also known as Tomb Sweeping Day, a holiday based on the lunar calendar. This day was a public holiday in Macau, mainland China, and Hong Kong. Macau’s Visitor Numbers Get a Boost From Holidays Between April 3 and April 7, the total number of arrivals hit 665,918, averaging 133,184 visitors per day. Authorities did not release year-over-year comparison data. The combination of holidays contributed to this trend. Mainland China observed the Ching Ming break from April 4 to April 6. Easter Friday is a public holiday in both Macau and Hong Kong, while Easter Monday is only a holiday in Hong Kong. Easter is not a holiday period on the mainland. This article is provided by a third-party. AsiaGameHub (https://asiagamehub.com/) makes no warranties regarding its content. AsiaGameHub delivers targeted distribution for iGaming, Casino, and eSports, connecting 3,000+ premium Asian media outlets and 80,000+ specialized influencers across ASEAN.

Paysafe Launches Crypto Deposit Options for U.S. Gaming Brands

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(AsiaGameHub) -   Paysafe is introducing cryptocurrency deposits for U.S. iGaming and daily fantasy sports operators via a new payment option powered by MoonPay. This product, named Pay with Crypto, allows players to utilize USDC, other stablecoins, or major cryptocurrencies, with their deposits automatically converted into U.S. dollars for gameplay where permitted. The process is designed for ease of use. Players can link a crypto wallet or scan a QR code to send funds, with the money appearing in their account without requiring a separate crypto-to-cash conversion step on their part. Paysafe stated that this new functionality is integrated into its Gateway, which already accommodates a range of payment methods including cards, digital wallets, eCash, Pay by Bank, and over 30 regional payment options. The introduction of this feature is driven by market demand. Paysafe reported that approximately 70.4 million American adults own cryptocurrency, and its own research indicated that 83% of U.S. players are interested in using crypto for payments. Operators also have flexibility in how they receive settlements. Utilizing MoonPay's infrastructure, they can choose to settle in stablecoins or fiat currencies. Paysafe announced the launch of this new service on April 7. This article is provided by a third-party. AsiaGameHub (https://asiagamehub.com/) makes no warranties regarding its content. AsiaGameHub delivers targeted distribution for iGaming, Casino, and eSports, connecting 3,000+ premium Asian media outlets and 80,000+ specialized influencers across ASEAN.

Uganda Proposes 30% Tax on Betting Revenue and 15% Levy on Gambling Winnings

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(AsiaGameHub) -   Uganda's gambling sector is expanding rapidly, prompting lawmakers to seek a larger portion of the revenue. Interactive gross win figures reached $438.3 million in 2025 and are projected to rise to $995.5 million by 2029, based on H2 Gambling Capital data. Sport betting was the primary driver, generating $328 million in gross win for 2025, while offshore platforms accounted for $114.8 million, representing over 26% of the interactive total. Good to Know Uganda seeks to tax betting at 30% GGR, increasing from the current 20%. A separate bill proposes adding a 15% withholding tax on net winnings from betting and gaming. If both bills are passed, the changes would take effect on 1 July 2026. Uganda Introduces Heavier Gambling Tax Measures In light of this, two new legislative proposals target both operators and bettors. The Lotteries and Gaming (Amendment) Bill, 2026 aims to raise the betting tax rate to 30% GGR, aligning it with the iGaming sector. Simultaneously, the Income Tax (Amendment) Bill, 2026 seeks to impose a 15% withholding tax on net winnings from betting and gaming. These measures were included in Uganda's broader 2026 to 2027 tax package. Currently, Uganda applies different tax rates across gambling activities. Following the 2023 reform, gaming activities, including casinos, were adjusted to 30%, whereas betting remained at 20% due to thinner profit margins. Should the new proposal be enacted, this disparity will be eliminated, bringing betting in line with gaming at the 30% rate. The implementation date is imminent. If approved, both proposals would become effective on 1 July 2026, leaving operators with limited time to adjust to a higher tax burden and leaving players facing a direct reduction in net returns. iGaming Business noted that the harmonized 30% rate would place Uganda among the countries with the highest gambling tax burdens in Africa. Uganda is not the only nation moving in this direction; Kenya introduced a 5% tax on betting wallet withdrawals and a 5% excise duty on deposits last year, and in February 2026, Lagos, Nigeria, also implemented a 5% withholding tax on winnings This article is provided by a third-party. AsiaGameHub (https://asiagamehub.com/) makes no warranties regarding its content. AsiaGameHub delivers targeted distribution for iGaming, Casino, and eSports, connecting 3,000+ premium Asian media outlets and 80,000+ specialized influencers across ASEAN.

Premier League Clubs Face Challenges Replacing Gambling Sponsors

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(AsiaGameHub) -   Premier League teams are entering a more constrained sponsorship landscape as the prohibition on front-of-shirt gambling agreements takes effect following the current season. This rule was approved in 2023, and clubs now confront a collective deficit estimated at around £80 million leading up to the 2026/27 campaign. Good to Know Nine Premier League clubs haven’t locked in a new front-of-shirt sponsor for the upcoming season. A total of twelve clubs remain without signed deals as the season draws near. Per The Guardian, sponsorship offers for clubs outside the big six have dropped by roughly 50%. Premier League Sponsor Valuations Decline Ahead of Gambling Ban The decline is hitting hardest for clubs outside the top tier. According to The Guardian, shirt sponsorship bids for many teams have fallen from a previous range of £8 million to £12 million per season to approximately half that level. Some clubs are now shifting existing sleeve, stadium, or training ground partners to the front of the shirt at reduced rates. Bournemouth and Brentford are among the examples already mentioned. Both teams have moved existing commercial partners into the main shirt position, but for less money than gambling brands previously paid. “Nearly everyone is losing money,” a senior club executive told The Guardian regarding ongoing negotiations.“Outside the big six, shirt sponsorship offers have dropped by around 50% from a range of between £8m and £12m a season. There may be some exceptions but it is a very diffi­cult market. And with some clubs ­opting to switch sleeve or training kit partners to front-of-shirt, there is a knock-on effect for those deals too.” In April 2023, the Premier League announced that clubs had collectively agreed to remove gambling sponsorships from the front of matchday shirts starting with the 2026/27 season. Sleeve branding and other forms of gambling advertising were excluded from this voluntary restriction. Everton provides one of the clearest examples of how clubs are adapting. Stake, the club’s current front-of-shirt partner, is set to stay involved as a sleeve sponsor even after losing access to the Great Britain market. The Gambling Commission stated in February 2025 that Stake would exit Great Britain, with the site’s final shutdown scheduled for 11 March 2025. For many clubs, the issue is straightforward. Gambling companies had become some of the highest-paying shirt sponsors in football, especially for teams outside the elite tier. Replacing that revenue has proven far harder than swapping the logo on the shirt. This article is provided by a third-party. AsiaGameHub (https://asiagamehub.com/) makes no warranties regarding its content. AsiaGameHub delivers targeted distribution for iGaming, Casino, and eSports, connecting 3,000+ premium Asian media outlets and 80,000+ specialized influencers across ASEAN.

正力新能2025年度業績實現爆發式增長 淨利潤增幅近8倍

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香港, 2026年4月8日 - (亞太商訊 via SeaPRwire.com) - 2026年3月30日，江蘇正力新能電池技術股份有限公司（「正力新能」或「本集團」，股份代號：3677.HK）發佈2025年度業績報告，報告期內，正力新能全年營業收入達81.01億元，同比增長57.9%，較去年同期的51.3億元實現大幅攀升，淨利潤8.09億元，同比增長788.4%，相較於去年同期的0.91億元實現近8倍增長；綜合毛利率18.4%，同比增長3.8個百分點，較去年同期的14.6%實現穩步改善，穩居行業第一梯隊；淨利潤率達10%，同比提高8.2個百分點，較去年同期實現質的飛躍。綜合來看，2025年本集團各項主要財務指標增速顯著高於行業平均增速，尤其是營業收入和淨利潤率大幅增長。淨利潤由23年到24年扭虧為盈，到25年度上下半年均超預期的高增長，不僅打破行業整體受原材料上漲等宏觀因素影響，盈利能力普遍承壓的態勢，更體現了本集團已全面邁入規模與效率並重的高質量發展階段，經營質量獲得全方面改善，再度跑出「黑馬」姿態。這一成績的取得，主要得益於正力新能高度聚集、深度耕耘、質量第一的發展理念。2025年全年，正力新能電池總出貨量19.8GWh，同比增幅66.7%，其中在主營業務動力電池業務領域，不僅在國內乘用車裝機量排名攀升至第7位，出口車型數量也持續增加，營業收入佔比已經超過10%，成為國內乘用車市場增長迅速的領先動力電池企業。這也帶動了公司盈利能力不斷增強，2023年至2025年，正力新能歸母淨利潤分別為-5.9億，0.91億，8.09億，在上市首年就完成了從扭虧為盈到近8倍增幅的利潤增長，展示了公司上市後戰略體系和運營管理深度重構，企業跨越式高質量發展的強勁動能。動力電池主業根基穩固 裝機量與客戶結構雙升級動力電池業務作為正力新能收入與利潤的核心支撐，2025年本集團在裝機量、客戶合作、產品能力等方面實現全方位突破，動力電池主業的基本盤地位進一步鞏固。在客戶合作方面，2025年公司新增32個車型定點，與上汽集團、一汽紅旗、廣汽傳祺、廣汽豐田、上汽通用、上汽通用五菱、大眾、零跑汽車、智己等頭部車企及造車新勢力的合作持續深化，高質量客戶群進一步擴容，成為多款核心熱銷車型的獨供或最大供應商，新車型、新項目按既定節奏量產落地，全年訂單需求始終保持旺盛態勢。新產品方面，公司堅持全場景、多路徑的產品佈局：45℃永不熱擴散三元電池通過超國標嚴苛測試；新一代航空級標準增程電池搭載昊鉑A800量產落地；高能量磷酸鐵鋰電池搭載鉑智7量產，該電池為行業首個通過第三方滿電電鋸切割測試、不起火不爆炸的液態鋰電池，融合航空級電池標準與豐田質量體系，全流程導入超40項豐田安全要件，築牢電池安全根基。除主流產品的迭代升級外，正力新能在前沿技術路線佈局上同樣成效顯著，本集團在三元鐵鋰混合體系和鈉離子電池領域亦取得突破性進展，本集團開發的三元鐵鋰混合體系產品，兼具三元體系的高能量密度與鐵鋰體系的高安全特性，能量密度突破 215Wh/kg，且率先在行業內採用正極雙層塗布技術，進一步提升了混合體系產品的安全性能，相關產品預計將於今年下半年實現量產。產能穩健擴張 儲能業務加速佈局打造第二增長曲線如果說動力電池業務是正力新能築牢規模與業績雙增長的基本盤，儲能領域則是本集團正在加速發力的又一重點戰場，當前，長時儲能已成為行業重要增量方向，疊加AI發展帶來的電力需求快速增長，市場需求明確，發展前景廣闊，針對這一市場，正力新能正在積極投入資源，形成自身核心競爭力。在產能建設上，正力新能長期堅持以市場需求為導向，穩健擴張節奏。截至 2025 年底，本集團已形成 35.5GWh 產能；2026 年將進一步推進產能佈局，並加速啟動雙輪驅動模式，在重點建設 15GWh 高比能動力產線，同時新增 20GWh新一代大容量長時儲能智能製造項目建設，該項目兼容588Ah大容量電芯，可滿足2至8小時儲能時長需求，後續還可進一步拓展新一代電芯平台，實現4至12小時長時供能，精准匹配長時儲能、AIDC等主流應用場景。上述項目全部落地後，預計到 2026 年底本集團總產能將進一步擴充至 70.5GWh，實現兩年內產能規模的穩步翻倍，不僅能進一步滿足高端乘用車市場配套需求，更有力增強儲能產品交付能力，加速儲能業務正成長為正力新能的第二增長曲線，多業務協同發力為後續核心經營指標持續優化，保持長期增長奠定了更加堅實的基礎。此外，正力新能已有及新建的所有產線均具備高柔性生產能力，可兼容動力電池、儲能電池，以及磷酸鐵鋰、三元等不同化學體系的電芯生產，同一產線切換不同尺寸、不同化學體系產品的時間可縮短至 1–3 天，能夠快速響應下游多元化的市場需求，為緊隨市場發展，產品策略端多品類、全場景的業務佈局提供堅實支撐。而實現這一高柔性、高效率的產能能力，是基於正力新能 「AI + 製造」技術賦能全生產流程，打造的 「三即製造」 與 「三化協同」領先製造體系。正力新能創新性打造的「三即製造」體系，以物流即工位、工位即製造、製造即質檢為核心理念，依託AI大數據智能化深度應用，全程實現 「不產生缺陷、不流轉瑕疵、不流出問題品」 的零缺陷目標。電芯形態標準化、化學體系差異化、電池系統平台化的 「三化協同」 產品邏輯，則是通過打造出具備高通用性的電池產品，精准適配不同車型、不同用途汽車的多元需求，實現生產效率與產品靈活性的雙重優勢。兩大核心能力協同發力，成為本集團盈利增長的關鍵支撐。2026聚焦三大方向 打造全場景綠色能源標杆對於 2026 年及未來的發展，正力新能明確表示，將繼續堅守長期主義，深耕綠色能源主業，以高質量發展為核心，在低空經濟、AIDC、人形機器人等新場景實現突破性進展，同時夯實動力電池、儲能核心業務發展基礎，為集團打開全新成長空間。在低空經濟領域，正力新能已形成先發優勢，航空電池已取得適航認證並實現量產交付。本集團提出的「三高一快」核心性能指標，已被工信部納入《低空航空器動力電池技術路線圖》，充分體現了本集團在該領域的技術領先性和行業影響力。在智能機器人領域，相關電池對於「小型化、輕量化、高倍率充放電」的技術要求，與航空電池具有較高的技術同源性。基於這一優勢，本集團正加快推進相關電池產品研發，推動核心技術快速複用，為機器人產業化進程提供更加可靠的電池解決方案。在鈉離子電池領域，正力新能開發的聚陰離子鈉離子電池已實現量產，並批量交付歐美市場，應用於數據中心等場景。隨著市場需求持續釋放，預計今年鈉離子電池訂單將實現更大幅度增長。此次 2025 年度業績的亮眼表現，進一步印證了正力新能的綜合實力，隨著動力電池基本盤穩固、儲能第二增長曲線落地、新場景業務逐步突破，正力新能未來發展路徑愈發清晰，有望在新能源行業高質量發展浪潮中持續領跑，打開更大成長空間。有關江蘇正力新能電池技術股份有限公司（3677.HK）江蘇正力新能電池技術股份有限公司是專業從事鋰離子動力電池和儲能電池研發、生產及銷售的國家高新技術企業，致力於成為覆蓋陸海空應用全場景的綠色能源新質生產力領先企業，通過持續不斷地改進電池技術，為全球鋰離子動力和儲能領域提供數字化精準高效的新能源解決方案。正力新能以技術創新為引領，依託電芯形態標準化、電池系統平台化、化學體系差異化的技術路線和產品矩陣，加速推進電化學在陸海空電動化的大規模應用，提供從電芯、模組、電池包、電池簇、電池管理系統的一體化方案，產品體系覆蓋了BEV、PHEV、EREV及HEV，儲能、航空動力電池等多個細分市場。 Copyright 2026 亞太商訊 via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com

Virginia Sports Betting Handle Totals $574.6 Million in February

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(AsiaGameHub) -   In February, Virginia’s sports betting handle hit approximately $574.6 million—an increase of 3.2% compared to the same month last year—with mobile betting once again accounting for nearly all of this activity. Good to Know During the month, players took home $517.53 million in winnings. Adjusted gross revenue generated roughly $9.3 million in tax payments. Virginia’s casinos also recorded $95.2 million in adjusted gaming revenue for February. Virginia’s Sports Betting Handle Continues to Rise The majority of February’s handle came from mobile platforms, totaling around $571.56 million. Retail sportsbooks located within casinos contributed an additional $3.04 million. Currently, Virginia has three permanent casinos in operation: Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Bristol, Rivers Casino Portsmouth, and Caesars Virginia in Danville. Players earned $517.53 million in winnings, while Virginia’s total adjusted gross revenue amounted to approximately $53.8 million. Per state regulations, sports betting is taxed at 15% of each permit holder’s adjusted gross revenue, after subtracting winnings and other permissible deductions. In February, 10 operators reported positive adjusted gross revenue. Out of the approximately $9.3 million in taxes generated, around $9.07 million will be allocated to the general fund. An additional $232,599 will go to the Problem Gambling Treatment and Support Fund, which is managed by the Virginia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services.The operators included in the February reporting period are Betfair Interactive US (in partnership with the Washington Commanders), Crown Virginia Gaming, BetMGM, Rivers Portsmouth Gaming, Caesars Virginia, Bally’s Interactive, Penn Sports Interactive, Colonial Downs Group, HR Bristol, Hillside (Virginia), PlayLive Virginia, and Sporttrade Virginia. Virginia’s broader casino market also continued to expand. The state’s five operational casinos produced $95.2 million in adjusted gaming revenue in February, based on Virginia Lottery data shared by Gaming Intelligence. Beyond current sports betting figures, development efforts are ongoing. Construction on the $750 million Norfolk casino began in February 2025, while the $1.4 billion Live! Casino & Hotel Virginia project in Petersburg broke ground in March 2025. Norfolk launched an Interim Gaming Hall in November 2025, and a temporary Live! Casino Virginia facility opened in Petersburg in January 2026 under the Cordish Companies. This article is provided by a third-party. AsiaGameHub (https://asiagamehub.com/) makes no warranties regarding its content. AsiaGameHub delivers targeted distribution for iGaming, Casino, and eSports, connecting 3,000+ premium Asian media outlets and 80,000+ specialized influencers across ASEAN.

New Jersey Voters Continue to Oppose Casinos Outside Atlantic City

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(AsiaGameHub) -   New Jersey voters continue to express disinterest in having casinos located outside Atlantic City, according to a recent Fairleigh Dickinson University poll. Support for such a move stands at 44%, while opposition remains around 50%, showing little change from previous surveys conducted in 2014 and 2016. Good to Know A comparable referendum failed in 2016, with 77% voting no. Among voters aged 65 and older, opposition reaches 58%. SCR31, the current proposal for racetrack casinos, has been pending in committee since January 13, 2026. Under current legislation, Atlantic City remains the sole location for legal casinos in New Jersey. Any alteration to this would necessitate a constitutional amendment, requiring approval from both lawmakers and the electorate. If the proposal advances, a referendum could potentially occur as early as November. New Jersey Casino Expansion Still Lacks Voter Support Proponents advocate for casinos at existing racetracks, primarily the Meadowlands and Monmouth Park, partly to address new competition from New York. However, the poll suggests this argument has not significantly altered public opinion. Dan Cassino, a Professor of Government and Politics at Fairleigh Dickinson University, and the Executive Director of the FDU Poll, stated: “People formed their opinions about casino expansion a long time ago. Unless something dramatic occurs, presenting this issue to voters will likely lead to the same outcome as before.”Regional figures also present challenges for those backing expansion. In Bergen and Passaic counties, situated near the Meadowlands, only 38% support new casinos, while 56% are opposed. Younger voters are also not driving the issue; among those aged 30 and under, 45% support expansion and 49% oppose it. “The only development since this was last attempted is the opening of more casinos in New York,” Cassino added. “While that holds significant importance for those who wish to open casinos, it doesn't appear to resonate with the voters.” Atlantic City remains central to the discussion. Last year, the city's nine casinos generated $2.89 billion from physical slots and table games, an increase of 2.7% from 2024. Despite this, that total remains considerably below the more than $5.2 billion recorded in 2006, before nearby competition began to intensify. In 2025, only four of the nine casinos reported year-over-year gains from in-person gaming. Senator Joe Pennacchio is still endeavoring to reintroduce the issue through Senate Concurrent Resolution 31. This measure would allow voters to decide on the inclusion of slots and table games at the Meadowlands and Monmouth Park. Under the proposal, 30% of the tax revenue from these sites would be directed to Atlantic City casinos, with an additional 7% allocated to fund recovery and improvement programs in Atlantic City. The resolution was introduced on January 13, 2026, and continues to reside in the Senate State Government, Wagering, Tourism & Historic Preservation Committee. This article is provided by a third-party. AsiaGameHub (https://asiagamehub.com/) makes no warranties regarding its content. AsiaGameHub delivers targeted distribution for iGaming, Casino, and eSports, connecting 3,000+ premium Asian media outlets and 80,000+ specialized influencers across ASEAN.

Safer Gambling Week 2026 Slated for November 16 to 22

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(AsiaGameHub) -   Safer Gambling Week 2026 is set to run from November 16 to 22 across the UK and Ireland, with BGC, Bacta, and the Bingo Association once again leading the campaign following a record-breaking 2025 edition. Good to Know Safer Gambling Week 2025 generated over 80 million impressions across X, Facebook, LinkedIn, and Instagram—an increase of 40% year-on-year. 2025’s campaign received backing from Baroness Twycross, Nigel Huddleston MP, and Louie French MP. The initiative highlights tools including deposit limits, time-outs, and self-exclusion. Safer Gambling Week 2026 Secures November Dates BGC, Bacta, and the Bingo Association announced that Safer Gambling Week 2026 will take place from November 16 to 22, bringing together the regulated betting and gaming sector to promote safer play and direct customers to available support and control tools. The campaign covers the UK and Ireland and runs alongside the separate European Safer Gambling Week. These new dates follow a successful 2025 campaign. According to BGC, last year’s program delivered more than 80 million impressions across major social platforms— a 40% rise from the previous year. BGC also noted the campaign drew support from senior cross-party MPs and peers. “Now entering its tenth year, Safer Gambling Week has become a key moment to spark a national conversation about safer play among staff, customers, and their friends and families, while highlighting the wide range of tools available to help people stay in control—including deposit limits, time-outs, and self-exclusion,” BGC added. Grainne Hurst, Chief Executive of the Betting and Gaming Council, said: “Safer Gambling Week has gone from strength to strength, with last year’s record-breaking campaign showing just how powerful a united, cross-sector effort can be. The strong backing from Parliamentarians across all parties reflects the importance of this campaign and the shared ambition to ensure customers are protected and informed. “By working alongside Bacta and the Bingo Association, we will continue to raise awareness of the tools that help customers stay in control and promote safer play across the entire sector.” Activity is expected to run across online channels and land-based venues again, with operators, charities, regulators, and other stakeholders involved. In 2025, BGC reported that over 1.5 million unique accounts used a safer gambling tool during the week, while deposit limits increased by 14%. This article is provided by a third-party. AsiaGameHub (https://asiagamehub.com/) makes no warranties regarding its content. AsiaGameHub delivers targeted distribution for iGaming, Casino, and eSports, connecting 3,000+ premium Asian media outlets and 80,000+ specialized influencers across ASEAN.

Lithuania Proposes Compulsory Player Cards for Gambling by 2029

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(AsiaGameHub) -   Lithuania is drafting comprehensive gambling legislation that will mandate the use of a universal player card for all online and land-based betting activities, effective 1 January 2029. This initiative is part of a broader transition toward cashless transactions and enhanced state monitoring of individual gambling behavior. Key Details The mandatory card system will apply to both physical gambling establishments and remote platforms. Certain regulatory oversight adjustments are slated to take effect as early as 1 May 2027. Gambling operators are granted a three-year window to update their infrastructure ahead of the 2029 implementation date. Lithuania Proposes Universal Player Card System A legislative amendment proposed by the Ministry of Finance would require all individuals gambling in Lithuania to possess a physical player card. This system aims to link gambling activity to verified identities, allowing for the tracking of deposits and winnings across various operators. Furthermore, the use of cash in gambling venues will be eliminated in favor of non-cash payment methods integrated with the card. The implementation schedule is phased. Regulatory and operational requirements are set to commence on 1 May 2027, while the transition to the player card and cashless payment systems is set for 1 January 2029. The Ministry of Finance noted that operators will have a three-year period to upgrade or replace their current systems. Minister of Finance Kristupas Vaitiekūnas highlighted the player card as a cornerstone of the nation's strategy to mitigate gambling-related harm. He stated:“This strengthens the prevention of problem gambling and ensures that our primary objective—reducing access to gambling and its potential health risks—is effectively realized. “We are providing a three-year transition period to allow operators sufficient time to upgrade or replace their equipment to meet the non-cash payment standards required by 2029.” The draft legislation also seeks to grant the Gaming Control Authority expanded oversight regarding compliance for both land-based and online gambling. Operators will be required to integrate identity verification, transaction tracking, and self-exclusion protocols directly into the player card system. Proponents describe the initiative as a vital player protection measure. However, the scope of the proposal extends beyond standard venue-level oversight, as it would enable authorities to monitor gambling activity across the entire market rather than limiting oversight to individual operators. This interpretation is based on the details of the proposal and the nature of the card-tracking model.This plan aligns with a broader trend of tightening gambling regulations in Lithuania. Restrictions on advertising and sponsorships were implemented in July 2025, and the government has already intensified its efforts against unlicensed operators through enhanced blocking and enforcement mechanisms. This article is provided by a third-party. AsiaGameHub (https://asiagamehub.com/) makes no warranties regarding its content. AsiaGameHub delivers targeted distribution for iGaming, Casino, and eSports, connecting 3,000+ premium Asian media outlets and 80,000+ specialized influencers across ASEAN.

MHI and Algomatic Win Second Place in the NEDO GENIAC-PRIZE Program

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TOKYO, Apr 8, 2026 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, Ltd. (MHI) and Algomatic Co., Ltd. won second prize at GENIAC-PRIZE,(1) a prize competition organized by Japan's New Energy and Industrial Technology Development Organization (NEDO), for a joint project centered on the theme of "Formalizing tacit knowledge in manufacturing."MHI and Algomatic jointly submitted a proposal to formalize tacit knowledge by examining videos of expert and novice workers, using TIG welding(2) as an example. TIG welding is a high-quality welding method that underpins a wide range of MHI products, from energy plants to rockets. However, it is difficult to master, with quality and work time varying depending on the skill level of the welder, and skill transfer is an issue. The project proposal involved simply shooting and uploading videos of welding work conducted by expert and novice welders, and having an agent AI automatically analyze the difference. The optimal approach was selected from among multiple analysis modules to extract and illustrate differences in skills, including embodied knowledge, from multiple perspectives. The use of AI allows skills that are difficult to articulate to be systematically accumulated as explicit knowledge, while also enabling technical evaluation and feedback for less skilled welders.In the manufacturing industry, experienced workers accumulate skills as tacit knowledge, and the communication and standardization of such knowledge has long been an issue. This project, by comparing the work of expert and novice welders, aims to elucidate embodied knowledge, and is expected to contribute to more efficient transfer of skills, and improve productivity in manufacturing. It is an important first step towards practical application of this technology in the future.Based on its Innovative Total Optimization (ITO) corporate strategy, MHI is working to halve lead times and improve business productivity based on a concept of "overall optimization," while also establishing material targets for the growth strategy of each business from the perspective of domain expansion. Going forward, MHI will pursue the practical application of this technology, and contribute to the transfer of skills and productivity improvement in manufacturing.(1) The GENIAC-PRIZE is a prize competition run by NEDO aimed at accelerating the real-world application of generative AI. A total of about 800 million yen is awarded under four themes of "Formalizing tacit knowledge in manufacturing", "Improving customer support productivity", "Development of generative AI to streamline administrative review tasks", and "Development of technologies for risk discovery and mitigation in generative AI". At the final judging and awards ceremony held on March 24, 2026, 42 projects were awarded prizes from more than 200 entries. See the following website for details. https://geniac-prize.nedo.go.jp/(Japanese Only)(2) Tungsten Inert Gas (TIG) welding is a type of arc welding using a tungsten electrode and an inert shielding gas such as argon.About MHI GroupMitsubishi Heavy Industries (MHI) Group is one of the world’s leading industrial groups, spanning energy, smart infrastructure, industrial machinery, aerospace and defense. MHI Group combines cutting-edge technology with deep experience to deliver innovative, integrated solutions that help to realize a carbon neutral world, improve the quality of life and ensure a safer world. For more information, please visit www.mhi.com or follow our insights and stories on spectra.mhi.com Copyright 2026 JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.jcnnewswire.com

Heavyweight Endorsement from Top-tier Cornerstone Investors! Sigenergy (06656.HK) Launches IPO: Led by Temasek and Goldman Sachs, the AI Energy Storage Leader Ignites Hong Kong’s New Stock Frenzy

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HONG KONG, Apr 8, 2026 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Sigenergy Technology Co., Ltd. (“Sigenergy” or the “Company”, Stock Code: 06656.HK), a phenomenal "fast-track dark horse" in the global AI+ energy storage sector, today officially announced the launch of its Initial Public Offering (IPO). The Hong Kong Public Offering commences on Wednesday, April 8, 2026, and is expected to close at 12:00 noon on Monday, April 13, 2026. Trading of the Company’s H shares on the Main Board of The Stock Exchange of Hong Kong Limited (HKEX) is expected to begin on Thursday, April 16, 2026.According to the Global Offering documents, Sigenergy (06656.HK) plans to offer a total of 13,573,900 H Shares (subject to the Over-allotment Option). The offering comprises a Hong Kong Public Offering of 10% and an International Offering of 90% of the total offer shares, with an additional Over-allotment Option of 15%. The offer price is set at HK$324.20 per H Share, with a board lot size of 100 H Shares.Sigenergy’s IPO is underpinned by a powerhouse ensemble of world-class capital, featuring a prestigious cornerstone lineup of 19 investors. This A-list roster includes Temasek Holdings, UBS Asset Management (Hong Kong), Goldman Sachs Asset Management, Hillhouse Investment, BNP Paribas Asset Management, Barings, ORIX Group, CPE, Perseverance Asset Management, Greenwoods Asset Management, Boyu Capital, Fullgoal Fund, China Pacific Insurance (Group), and AXA. This diverse group of top-tier global sovereign wealth funds, international asset managers, leading private equity firms, and major insurance giants underscores the profound confidence global investors have in Sigenergy’s leadership within the AI-native energy storage sector, its superior product capabilities, and its highly certain growth trajectory.As of December 31, 2025, the Company’s revenue skyrocketed from RMB 58 million in 2023 to RMB 9 billion in 2025—a phenomenal increase of over 150 times that marks a landmark growth trajectory in the industry. Meanwhile, Sigenergy’s profitability has seen significant improvement, achieving a turnaround to profit in 2024. The gross margin climbed steadily from 31.3% in 2023 to 50.1% in 2025. With an adjusted net margin reaching 35.9% in 2025, both core indicators rank among the highest in the global distributed energy storage sector. Sigenergy is poised to become the youngest Chinese enterprise to achieve the fastest listing on the HKEX.Sigenergy focuses on the integrated innovation of "AI + New Energy," building a systematic competitive advantage centered on its "AI in All" strategy, which deeply integrates hardware with intelligent technology. The Company's flagship product, SigenStor, is the world's first "5-in-1" integrated solar-storage-charging system, redefining distributed energy product standards through its ultra-integrated architecture. The Company has established an all-scenario product matrix covering residential, commercial and industrial (C&I), and utility-scale power station applications. Furthermore, Sigenergy deeply integrates AI capabilities across the entire value chain—from R&D and smart manufacturing to system operations—creating a truly "thinking and evolving" smart energy ecosystem.Leveraging its international development strategy, Sigenergy has secured leading positions in several core markets. In 2024, the Company ranked first globally in the stackable distributed all-in-one energy storage segment with a 28.6% market share. It also holds the top market share in Australia, Ireland, and South Africa; notably, it has remained at the top of the Australian market for 11 consecutive months in 2025. To date, the Company has built a sales network covering 85 countries and established strategic partnerships with 172 industry-leading distributors.To support the rapid expansion of its global business, Sigenergy has strategically established three production bases in the Lingang Special Area and Jinqiao in Shanghai, as well as in Nantong, Jiangsu. The Nantong Smart Energy Center, representing an investment of approximately RMB 500 million, achieves significant improvements in production efficiency and process quality by deeply integrating AI technology into the manufacturing system. As of the end of 2025, the Company's annual design capacity for inverters approached 360,000 units, while the annual design capacity for energy storage batteries exceeded 5.6 gigawatt-hours (GWh).The net proceeds from this IPO will be primarily used for the research and development of next-generation AI energy systems, the expansion of the global sales network and overseas branding, and for general working capital. The Global Offering is jointly led by a prestigious group of investment banks. CITIC Securities and BNP Paribas are acting as the Joint Sponsors, Overall Coordinators, and Joint Global Coordinators. CICC serves as the Other Overall Coordinator, Joint Global Coordinator, Joint Bookrunner, and Joint Lead Manager. Together, these top-tier institutions are safeguarding Sigenergy’s debut in the capital markets.Media Inquiries:EVER BLOOM (HK) COMMUNICATIONS CONSULTANTS GROUP LIMITED  Ms. Claire ZhangTel: (852) 3468 8171Email: project_alps.list@everbloom.com.cn Copyright 2026 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com

頂級基石陣容重磅背書！思格新能源（06656.HK）啟動招股：淡馬錫、高盛領銜，AI 儲能領頭羊點燃港股新股熱潮

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香港, 2026年4月8日 - (亞太商訊 via SeaPRwire.com) - 全球AI+儲能賽道現象級的「極速黑馬」——思格新能源（上海）股份有限公司（以下簡稱「思格新能源」或「公司」，股票代碼：06656.HK）今日正式宣佈啟動公開招股。是次香港公開發售於2026年4月8日（星期三）開始，並預期於2026年4月13日（星期一）中午十二時正截止。公司的發售股份預期將在2026年4月16日（星期四）於香港聯交所主板開始買賣。根據全球公開發售文件，思格新能源（06656.HK）計劃發售的股份數目為13,573,900股（視乎超額配股權行使與否而定），其中，香港發售占10%，國際發售占90%，另有15%超額配股權。公司每股發售價為324.20港元，H股每手買賣單位為100股。思格新能源本次IPO獲全球頂流資本鼎力加持，基石投資者陣容堪稱豪華，囊括淡馬錫控股有限公司，瑞銀資產管理（香港）有限公司，高盛資產管理，高瓴資本，法國巴黎資產管理，霸菱資產管理，歐力士集團，CPE源峰基金，高毅資產，景林資產，博裕資本，富國基金，中國太保和安盛等19家海內外頂尖主權基金、國際資管、頭部私募與大型險企，充分彰顯全球資本對公司AI原生儲能賽道地位、極致產品力與高增長確定性的高度認可。截止2025年12月31日，公司營收從2023年的0.58億元人民幣，飆升至2025年的90億元人民幣，增幅超150倍，堪稱行業現象級增長。與此同時，公司盈利能力顯著改善，於2024年實現扭虧為盈，毛利率從2023年的31.3%一路攀升到2025年的50.1%。2025年經調整淨利率高達35.9%，兩項核心指標均穩居全球分佈式儲能行業前列，思格新能源有望成為最快港股上市的最年輕的中國企業。思格新能源聚焦「AI+新能源」融合創新，構建了以「AI in All」為核心、硬件及智能技術深度融合的系統性競爭優勢。公司旗艦產品SigenStor亦是全球首款「光儲充五合一」一體機，以其極致集成的架構重新定義了分佈式能源產品標準。公司已構建起覆蓋戶用、工商業及集中式電站的全場景產品矩陣。同時，思格新能源將AI能力深度融入從產品研發、智能製造到系統運營的全鏈條，打造了真正「會思考、能成長」的智慧能源生態。憑藉國際化發展戰略，思格新能源在多個核心市場實現登頂。2024 年公司以 28.6% 的市場份額位居全球可堆疊分布式光儲一體機細分賽道第一。2025年，在澳大利亞、愛爾蘭及南非，公司市場份額均位列第一，其中在澳大利亞更實現了連續 11 個月蟬聯榜首。目前，公司已構建起覆蓋全球 85 個國家的銷售網絡，與 172 家行業領先分銷商達成戰略合作。為支撐全球業務的快速擴張，思格新能源已在上海臨港新片區、金橋及江蘇南通策略性佈局三大生產基地。其中，公司投資約人民幣5億元建設的南通智慧能源中心，通過將AI技術深度融入製造體系，實現了生產效率與工藝質量的顯著提升。截至2025年末，公司逆變器年設計產能近360,000個，儲能電池年設計產能超過5.6千兆瓦時 (GWh)。此次IPO募集資金將主要用於研發下一代AI能源系統、全球銷售網絡與海外品牌擴張，以及補充營運資金。是次全球發售由知名投行聯手保駕，中信證券和法國巴黎銀行為是次發售之聯席保薦人、整體協調人及聯席全球協調人，中金公司為是次發售之其他整體協調人、聯席全球協調人、聯席帳簿管理人及聯席牽頭經辦人，共同為思格新能源的資本市場首秀保駕護航。本新聞稿由九富（香港）財訊公關集團有限公司代表思格新能源（上海）股份有限公司發佈。詳情垂詢：九富（香港）財訊公關集團有限公司張緣/ Ms. Claire Zhang電話：(852)3468 8171電郵：project_alps.list@everbloom.com.cn Copyright 2026 亞太商訊 via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com

2026年的下一個大型加密貨幣：BlockDAG、Solana、XRP和Cardano——數據說明了什麼

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(SeaPRwire) -   每隔幾個月，市場就會掀起一波關於值得關注的下一個加密貨幣巨頭的新猜測。目前，有四個名字脫穎而出：BlockDAG (BDAG)、Solana (SOL)、XRP 和 Cardano (ADA)。每個項目都講述著截然不同的故事。 有些受到機構興趣激增的支持。有些則乘著生態系統的發展勢頭。還有一個正處於市場尚未完全定價的上市前價格水平。以下將以直接的、數據支持的角度審視這四個項目：正在發生什麼、數據說明了什麼，以及每個項目為何值得現在關注。 1. BlockDAG: 主流市場尚未觸及的預上市定價 在市場週期起飛前尋找下一個加密貨幣巨頭時，進場點位與項目本身同等重要，而 BlockDAG (BDAG) 目前正處於近期記憶中最不尋常的上市前設定之一。當前的進場價格為 0.000016 美元，相對於當前市場定價有 115 倍的上行空間。這不是預測或價格目標。這是 BDAG 目前在其預售階段的位置，與市場在交易所完全開放訪問之前已經為其定價的位置之間的差距。 這與典型的代幣發行不同之處在於，未來幾週內密集排程的里程碑。交易所上市即將開始。緊隨其後的是 TGE（代幣生成事件），開啟全面公開交易的大門。到四月下旬，該代幣將實現完全的交易所覆蓋。整個五月，重點將轉向透過 DEX 整合和 LP 獎勵計劃實現去中心化流動性。六月將帶來最重磅的基礎設施推進——一個超級應用程式、借貸市場、預言機整合，以及一個基於有向無環圖（DAG）技術構建的 dApp 生態系統，該技術專為高速、可擴展的區塊鏈操作而設計。 日期已定，交易所已確認，預售窗口有嚴格的截止日期。每一個里程碑的達成，都會縮小預售價格與公開市場價格之間的差距。對於任何關注下一個加密貨幣巨頭、並留意不對稱機會的投資者而言，115 倍的上行空間差距、硬性規定的 4 月 8 日交易所上市日期，以及正在關閉的預售窗口，幾乎沒有留下太多猶豫的空間。 2. Solana: 強勁的基本面得到真實鏈上增長的支持 Solana 持續出現在分析師報告中，被視為下一個加密貨幣巨頭的有力競爭者，而鏈上數據支持這種關注。SOL 的鏈上收入在 2025 年同比增長了 186%，反映了在經歷 2022 年的動盪後，開發者和用戶的真正回歸。機構興趣也隨之而來。2025 年底推出的 Solana ETF 在連續 19 天內吸引了約 4.76 億美元的資金流入——這表明大型參與者認為 SOL 比更成熟的 Bitcoin 或 Ethereum 有更大的上漲空間。 目前交易價格約為 82.37 美元，關鍵水平如下：80 美元是當前支撐位，85 美元是下一個阻力位。若跌破 80 美元，則可能跌向 78 美元。Bitcoin 穩定在 69,000 美元上方仍然是關鍵的宏觀觸發因素。分析師預測，到 2026 年底，看漲情境下的價格區間為 280 至 340 美元，部分驅動力來自計劃中的 Firedancer 驗證器升級，該升級旨在將吞吐量推向更高水平。 3. XRP: 監管清晰度為更廣泛的採用打開了大門 XRP 多年來一直處於監管壓力之下，但法律環境的轉變已顯著改變了基調。在過去一年中，該代幣從約 0.50 美元攀升至 2.15 美元——漲幅達 330%，這主要是在美國新政治領導層下監管清晰度出現後，信心重燃所驅動。對於追蹤具有實際支付用例的下一個加密貨幣巨頭的投資者而言，XRP 有一個具體的論點：Ripple 的網絡現在連接了 45 個國家的 300 多家銀行和金融科技合作夥伴，每年處理約 150 億美元的支付。 目前 XRP 交易價格為 1.35 美元。關鍵水平：若收盤價突破 1.35 美元阻力位，目標看向 1.40 美元；若未能突破，則可能跌回 1.28 美元的支撐位。分析師警告稱，XRP 的價格走勢很大程度上仍由市場情緒驅動，Ripple 支付通道的更廣泛採用將決定其長期上行空間。 4. Cardano: 鏈上指標引發對其持久力的質疑 當人們搜尋下一個加密貨幣巨頭時，Cardano 經常被提及，但鏈上數據講述了一個更複雜的故事。ADA 曾一度被定位為 Ethereum 的嚴肅競爭者，但一直難以建立能夠驅動代幣持續價值的開發者活動和 DeFi 生態系統。 Nansen 執行長 Alex Svanevik 公開預測，Cardano 將在 2026 年前跌出前 20 大加密貨幣之列，並指出其活躍用戶基礎低，稱其為「幽靈鏈」。 Cardano 目前交易價格約為 0.255 美元。0.25 美元是需要守住的支撐位，接近 0.27 美元的 50 日指數移動平均線是下一個目標。若跌破 0.25 美元，則可能跌至 0.24 美元。關注 ADA 的投資者應在做出任何長期承諾前，密切追蹤鎖定總價值、交易筆數和開發者活動等鏈上指標。 最終結論：哪一個是值得採取行動的下一個加密貨幣巨頭？ 所有四種代幣的數據描繪出了一幅清晰的圖景。Solana 擁有真實的生態系統動能，得到 186% 收入增長和 4.76 億美元 ETF 流入的支持。XRP 帶來了真實的支付用例、300 多家銀行合作夥伴和 150 億美元的年交易量。Cardano 顯示出短期的價格走勢，但在開發者活動和長期相關性方面面臨嚴重質疑，並被預測將在 2026 年前退出前 20 名。 然後是 BlockDAG (BDAG)，價格位於 0.000016 美元，相對於當前市場定價有 115 倍的上行空間差距，全球交易所即將啟動，並且規劃了直至六月的完整生態系統推出路線圖。對於任何認真想在主流市場為其定價之前找到下一個加密貨幣巨頭的人來說，BDAG 在這四者中提供了最不對稱的機會設定，且剩餘的行動窗口期最短。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。

Shoucheng Holdings (0697.HK) Combines Dividends and Share Buybacks in Tandem, Returning Approximately HK$6.877 Billion to Shareholders Over Eight Years

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HONG KONG, Apr 8, 2026 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Shoucheng Holdings (0697.HK) has continued to step up returns to shareholders. Data shows that since Chairman Zhao Tianyang took office in 2018, the company has returned approximately HK$6.877 billion to shareholders in total, including HK$5.98 billion in cumulative dividends (including announced but not yet distributed dividends for 2026) and HK$897 million in cumulative share buybacks. The parallel implementation of dividends and buybacks demonstrates that, while continuously improving its operating quality, the company is also steadily strengthening its tangible cash returns to investors.Behind Shoucheng Holdings’ high level of shareholder returns lies the support of solid business fundamentals. Looking over a longer time horizon, since Chairman Zhao Tianyang assumed office in early 2018, the company’s total assets have grown from HK$8.186 billion to HK$15.57 billion, representing an approximately 1.9-fold increase over eight years and a compound annual growth rate of about 8.37%. Net profit attributable to shareholders increased from HK$57 million to HK$310 million, or about 5.4 times. This indicates that during the company’s strategic transformation, its profitability, asset depth, and capital market value have all improved continuously, laying a solid foundation for sustained dividends, buybacks, and business expansion. Meanwhile, the company’s financial structure has continued to improve. The latest annual report shows that in 2025, the ratio of net cash flow from operating activities to total assets increased by 98% year-on-year, while the asset-liability ratio fell to 28.4% and the interest-bearing debt ratio declined to 6.2%. This means that the company’s current high level of shareholder returns is not built on high-leverage overextension, but rather on proactive returns supported by an improved asset structure, stronger cash flow, and steady growth in its core businesses.As its operating fundamentals continue to strengthen, Shoucheng Holdings has also been increasing the intensity of its shareholder returns. According to the latest annual report, the board has decided to declare total annual dividends of HK$780 million, corresponding to a dividend yield of about 5.6% based on the company’s average annual market capitalization. As a cross-market reference, the dividend yield of the Hang Seng Index stood at 2.94% as of February 27, 2026. Shoucheng Holdings’ payout level is therefore clearly above this market benchmark, making it particularly attractive in the current Hong Kong stock market environment, where investors are placing greater emphasis on certainty of returns.In addition to continuous dividend payments, Shoucheng Holdings has also noticeably accelerated its share buyback efforts recently. According to the company’s latest disclosure, as of April 2, 2026, it had conducted 28 buybacks during the year, repurchasing a total of approximately 119 million shares for an aggregate amount of about HK$223 million. Since March 30 alone, the company has implemented buybacks on four consecutive trading days, with a cumulative repurchase amount of about HK$94.74 million. The clearly accelerated pace of recent buybacks not only reflects management’s recognition of the company’s long-term value, but also further reinforces the company’s proactive commitment to continuously rewarding shareholders and stabilizing market expectations.In the current market environment, listed companies capable of sustaining high-level dividends while simultaneously carrying out share buybacks are relatively rare. On the one hand, Shoucheng Holdings continues to enhance shareholder returns through dividends and buybacks; on the other hand, it is steadily consolidating its operating foundation through its dual core businesses of asset operations and industrial funds, gradually forming a virtuous cycle of “improving operations, deepening cash resources, and enhancing shareholder returns.” As the company continues to deliver on its shareholder return mechanism, its long-term investment value is expected to become increasingly evident.  Copyright 2026 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com

首程控股（0697.HK）分紅回購並舉 8年累計回饋股東約68.77億港元

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香港, 2026年4月8日 - (亞太商訊 via SeaPRwire.com) - 首程控股（0697.HK）持續加大股東回報力度。數據顯示，自2018年趙天暘主席上任至今，公司累計回饋股東約68.77億港元，其中累計分紅59.8億港元（含2026年已公佈但尚未派付股息），累計回購8.97億港元。分紅與回購並舉，顯示出公司在持續提升經營質量的同時，也在不斷加強對投資者的真金白銀回饋。首程控股高水平股東回報的背後，有穩健的經營基本面作支撐。拉長時間維度來看，自2018年初趙天暘主席上任以來，公司總資產已由最初的81.86億港元增至155.7億港元，8年間增長至約1.9倍，年複合增長率約8.37%；歸母淨利潤由0.57億港元增至3.10億港元，增長至約5.4倍。這顯示公司在戰略轉型過程中，盈利能力、資產厚度及資本市場價值均實現持續提升，為公司持續分紅回購及業務拓展夯實了基礎。與此同時，公司財務結構持續優化。最新年報顯示，2025年公司經營活動現金流淨額佔總資產比率按年提升98%，資產負債率降至28.4%，有息負債率降至6.2%。這意味著，公司當前的高回報並非建立在高槓桿透支之上，而是建立在資產結構改善、現金流增強及主業穩步增長基礎上的主動回饋。隨著經營基本面持續夯實，首程控股回饋股東的力度亦不斷提升。最新年報顯示，董事會決定派發年度分紅總額7.8億港元，對應年度平均市值股息率約5.6%；作為橫向參照，恒生指數截至2026年2月27日的股息率為2.94%，首程控股上述派息水平明顯高於這一市場基準，亦令其在當前港股更重視確定性回報的環境中，展現出較強吸引力。除持續分紅外，首程控股近期在回購端的動作亦明顯提速。根據公司最新披露，截至2026年4月2日，公司年內已累計進行28次回購，合計回購約1.19億股，累計回購金額約2.23億港元。僅自3月30日以來，公司已連續4個交易日實施回購，累計回購金額約9,473.66萬港元。近期回購節奏明顯加快，既體現出管理層對公司長期價值的認可，也進一步強化了公司持續回饋股東、穩定市場預期的積極導向。在當前市場環境下，能夠持續實施高水平分紅，並同步開展回購的上市公司並不多見。首程控股一方面通過分紅與回購持續提升股東回報，另一方面依託資產營運和產業基金雙主業不斷夯實經營基礎，逐步形成「經營提質、現金增厚、回報提升」的良性循環。隨著股東回報機制持續兌現，公司長期投資價值有望進一步顯現。 Copyright 2026 亞太商訊 via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com

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(SeaPRwire) -   兩名Supermicro董事會成員正在牽頭進行內部調查，此前該公司的一名聯合創始人被聯邦起訴，指控其策劃將價值25億美元、搭載Nvidia備受追捧的GPU的伺服器走私到中國，違反了出口管制規定。 這項獨立調查是在一名獨立董事兩年前對Supermicro進行調查後進行的，當時的調查發現「沒有證據表明管理層或董事會存在欺詐或不當行為」。Supermicro正受到投資者的審查，他們擔心其合規問題和聲譽風險可能會損害其與價值4萬億美元的晶片製造商Nvidia的關係，Nvidia為Supermicro的客戶訂單提供晶片。 該公司週二宣布，董事會新任董事Scott Angel，他被任命為董事會的獨立領導者，正與審計委員會主席Tally Liu一起負責最新的調查。關於調查的細節很少，但董事會已聘請律師事務所Munger, Tolles & Olson為獨立董事提供諮詢。Munger, Tolles聘請了諮詢公司AlixPartners提供法務會計和審計專業知識。這兩家公司將與Supermicro的審計師BDO USA合作，並將「直接向Angel和Liu報告其調查結果」，該公司表示。 司法部上個月起訴了Supermicro聯合創始人Yih-Shyan “Wally” Liaw及另外兩人，指控他們在2024年和2025年共謀將Supermicro伺服器運往一家未具名的東南亞公司，作為真正買家（位於中國）的幌子。據稱，Liaw、Ruei-Tsang “Steven” Chang和Ting-Wei “Willy” Sun安排將數千台假冒複製伺服器存放在倉庫中，以欺騙負責驗證技術未落入不法之徒手中的政府審計員。據稱，該團伙在東南亞現場組織了一個團隊來設置這些假冒伺服器，甚至還安排了團隊的餐飲和麵包車交通。起訴書稱，這三人為了實施欺騙手段，不惜採取極端措施，包括使用吹風機去除包裝標籤，然後將其重新貼在數千台假冒複製伺服器上。 在起訴書所指稱的時間段內，Liaw曾是董事會成員和高級行政人員。他於1993年與首席執行官兼董事長Charles Liang及其妻子兼聯合創始人Sara Liu共同創立了該公司。（Supermicro確認Sara Liu與Tally Liu無關。）Supermicro未在起訴書中被點名，並表示正在與政府合作。 Liaw於2018年2月退休，此前該公司經歷了第三次由董事會領導的調查，該調查與其在納斯達克退市以及美國證券交易委員會（SEC）對其會計的調查有關，最終Supermicro與監管機構達成和解並支付了1750萬美元。隨後，Liaw於2020年6月至2021年4月擔任法國伺服器公司2CRSi的總裁，然後於2021年5月以顧問身份重返Supermicro。他於2022年8月成為全職員工，並於2023年12月重新被任命為董事會成員。他在被捕的第二天，即3月20日辭去了董事職務。 據當局稱，Liaw和Sun已認罪，而Chang仍在逃。Supermicro首席執行官Liang已告知投資者，公司本身是該計劃的受害者。 Liang週二在一份聲明中表示：「我們的內部審查和獨立董事的調查正在進行中，以確保我們的技術受到最高水平的道德和法律審查。」 2024年內部調查未發現規避出口管制的證據 Supermicro上次進行董事會領導的獨立調查是在2024年，此前其前任審計師Ernst & Young在審計過程中突然辭職。EY在其辭職信中表示，它無法再信賴Supermicro的管理層。 由於未能按時提交經審計的財務報表，Supermicro面臨從納斯達克退市的風險，董事會任命了當時新任的董事Susie Giordano擔任特別委員會主席進行調查。Giordano於2024年與律師事務所Cooley和法務會計公司Secretariat Advisors合作。Giordano審查了「在2018年辭職的員工」在2017年調查後被重新聘用、與防止向受限國家銷售或轉移有關的出口管制事項，以及季度末的當前銷售和收入確認實踐。 該委員會審查了11項出口交易，並「未發現任何證據表明公司內部有人試圖規避出口管制規定或限制，或公司內部有人知道其產品可能被轉移給禁止的最終用戶或地點。」該委員會未發現有產品「違反當時生效的出口管制或制裁法律」出售給俄羅斯客戶或運往俄羅斯。關於2024年調查的向投資者的披露沒有提及中國。 基於該獨立調查的結果，委員會確定Supermicro的首席財務官David Weigand應被替換為「一位在大型上市公司擔任高級財務專業人士方面擁有豐富經驗的新任首席財務官」。Weigand仍擔任首席財務官。委員會的其他建議包括任命總法律顧問並擴大法律部門、任命首席合規官和首席會計官。 與最新的董事會調查同步，Supermicro還宣布已啟動對其全球貿易合規計劃的內部審查，由總法律顧問Yitai Hu領導。所有調查結果將直接報告給獨立董事會成員，該公司表示。 Angel於2025年3月加入董事會，此前他在德勤（Deloitte）擔任審計和鑑證工作37年，其中包括在矽谷工作二十多年。Liu於2019年退休後加入董事會，他曾擔任供應鏈解決方案公司Wintec Industries的首席執行官。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。

特朗普稱正就巴基斯坦提出的為期兩週的新停火計畫進行「激烈談判」，市場叫好

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(SeaPRwire) -   美國總統唐納德·特朗普表示，在巴基斯坦總理於最後關頭懇求阻止美國轟炸伊朗基礎設施後，他正處於「激烈談判」中，以延長自己設定的伊朗重開霍爾木茲海峽的周二晚8點期限。 當被問及是否會批准為期兩週的延期請求時，特朗普在接受Fox News電話採訪時表示：「我不能告訴你，因為現在我們正處於激烈的談判中。」 他還補充說，他與正在美國和伊朗之間進行調解的巴基斯坦總理夏巴茲·謝里夫（Shehbaz Sharif）正在進行談判：「我可以這麼說——我非常了解他。他是一個在各地都備受尊敬的人。」 就在一小時前，謝里夫在最後一刻致電特朗普，請求美國重新考慮打擊伊朗電廠和橋樑——這是戰爭進入第六週以來特朗普對伊朗的最新威脅。這位總理在X上的一篇帖子中表示：「為和平解決中東持續戰爭的外交努力正在穩步、強有力地推進，有可能在不久的將來取得實質性成果。為了讓外交進程自然發展，我懇請特朗普總統將期限延長兩週。」 據Fox News報導，白宮新聞秘書卡洛琳·利維特（Karoline Leavitt）在一份聲明中表示，特朗普「已獲悉該提議，將會作出回應」。 這種反覆呼籲談判的行為導致市場在周二下午晚些時候反彈。彭博社（Bloomberg）援引知情人士的話報導，在這一外交行動之前，特朗普在社交媒體上威脅要消滅伊朗的「整個文明」，這一帖子促使伊朗調解人暫停參與談判。一位白宮高級官員淡化了這一行動，並表示正當的談判仍在繼續。 市場對這些頭條新聞表示歡迎。標準普爾500指數（S&P 500）抹去了1.2%的盤中跌幅，最終收漲；布倫特原油（Brent crude）在收於109美元附近後跌至104.50美元的低點。不過，西德克薩斯中質油（West Texas Intermediate）幾乎沒有下跌，僅下跌0.4%至每桶111.93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。

Formerra Announces Global Price Increase

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CLEVELAND, Ohio, Apr 8, 2026 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Formerra, a leading distributor of performance materials, today announced a global price increase of $0.02 / lb on all products. The increase addresses higher operating costs related to rising material costs, exacerbated by the conflict in the Middle East. The adjustment goes into effect on April 15, 2026, or as contracts otherwise allow. Formerra remains committed to maintaining ample inventory levels and the service excellence our valued customers deserve.Customers should contact their Formerra representative for additional information.About FormerraFormerra is a preeminent distributor of engineered materials, connecting the world's leading polymer producers with thousands of OEMs and brand owners across healthcare, consumer, industrial, and mobility markets. Powered by technical and commercial expertise, it brings a distinctive combination of portfolio depth, supply chain strength, industry knowledge, service, leading e-commerce capabilities, and ingenuity. The experienced Formerra team helps customers across multiple industries to design, select, process, and develop products in new and better ways - driving improved performance, productivity, reliability, and sustainability. To learn more, visit www.formerra.com.Media ContactJackie MorrisFormerraMarketing Communications Managerjackie.morris@formerra.com+1 630-972-3144SOURCE: Formerra Copyright 2026 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com

Formerra宣佈全球提價

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俄亥俄州克利夫蘭, 2026年4月8日 - (亞太商訊 via SeaPRwire.com) - 高性能材料領先分銷商Formerra今日宣佈，所有產品全球統一提價0.02美元/磅。 此次提價旨在應對因原材料成本上漲導致的運營成本上升，而中東衝突進一步加劇了這一情況。 此次價格調整將於2026年4月15日生效，或根據合同條款另行規定。 Formerra將繼續致力於維持充足的庫存水準，併為尊貴的客戶提供應得的卓越服務。客戶如需瞭解更多資訊，請聯繫您的Formerra代表。關於FormerraFormerra是工程材料領域的卓越分銷商，致力於將全球領先的聚合物生產商與醫療保健、消費品、工業及移動出行市場中的數千家OEM廠商和品牌擁有者緊密連接。 憑藉深厚的技術與商業專長，Formerra融合了產品群組的深度、強大的供應鏈、行業洞察、優質服務、領先的電子商務能力以及創新精神，形成獨特的綜合優勢。Formerra經驗豐富的團隊助力多行業客戶以創新且更優的方式進行產品設計、選型、加工與開發，從而提升產品性能、生產效率、可靠性和可持續性。 瞭解更多資訊，請訪問 https://pr.report/kg90。媒體聯繫Jackie MorrisFormerra市場傳播經理jackie.morris@formerra.com+1 630-972-3144來源：Formerra Copyright 2026 亞太商訊 via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com