關於 Charles Kushner 的二三事:美國駐法大使「無法接受」的指控引發外交裂痕

(SeaPRwire) -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。 法國召見了美國大使,此前他公開指責法國未能控制住反猶太主義。

俄羅斯外長稱普丁與澤倫斯基不會會面

(SeaPRwire) -   俄羅斯外交部長週日表示,目前沒有安排與俄羅斯總統普丁會面的計畫,這對美國總統唐納·川普的和平努力造成了挫折。 「當峰會的議程準備好時,普丁才準備好與澤倫斯基會面,而這個議程目前完全沒有準備好,」謝爾蓋·拉夫羅夫在接受 NBC News 節目《Meet the Press》採訪時表示。 澤倫斯基與普丁的會面一直是川普在與普丁會談之後的關鍵目標,旨在協商結束烏克蘭戰爭。 川普在會後表示,美國已「開始安排」交戰雙方領導人進行面對面會談。「那次會談之後,我們將舉行一次三邊會談,由兩位總統加上我本人。再次強調,這對於一場已經持續了將近四年的戰爭來說,是一個非常好的早期步驟,」他在 Truth Social 上發文表示。 拉夫羅夫的評論表明,川普總統可能整體上誤判了兩國之間和平談判的勢頭。拉夫羅夫表示,儘管俄羅斯發動了一些最具侵略性的襲擊,但俄羅斯渴望和平。 「我們希望烏克蘭和平。川普總統希望烏克蘭和平,」拉夫羅夫說。「對安克拉治會晤、這些在華盛頓的聚會以及他們在華盛頓之後所做的一切的反應,都表明他們不希望和平。」 川普和普丁在會晤期間在戰爭中,儘管他聲稱這是「極具成效的」。 川普最初為普丁設定了一個期限,要求其結束烏克蘭戰爭,否則將面臨嚴厲制裁,但他此後改變了這個截止日期。週五,川普表示他將給俄羅斯「幾個星期」的時間,然後再施加後果。 「但我會在兩週內知道我將要做什麼,」川普告訴記者。 週一,川普會見了澤倫斯基,並承諾烏克蘭他將與歐洲一道向基輔提供安全保障。最近幾週,川普似乎更傾向於採取與普丁更為一致的和平方案——也就是說,尋求兩國之間的,而不是烏克蘭所呼籲的停火。 拉夫羅夫的採訪於週日播出,當天是烏克蘭獨立日。澤倫斯基在基輔中央廣場發表講話紀念這一節日,他在講話中呼籲「公正的和平,一個我們的未來將僅由我們自己決定的和平」。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。

特朗普威脅要「派兵」進駐巴爾的摩

(SeaPRwire) -   總統在週日的一篇冗長的社交媒體貼文中,針對馬里蘭州民主黨州長 Wes Moore 發出威脅,表示要「派遣『軍隊』」前往巴爾的摩。 此威脅是回應 Moore 邀請總統參加在巴爾的摩舉行的活動,此前 Trump 的發言引發爭議。 Trump 在 上的一篇冗長貼文中寫道:「作為總統,我更希望他先清理這個犯罪災難,然後我再去那裡『走走』。」 他補充說:「但如果 Wes Moore 需要幫助,就像 Gavin Newscum 在洛杉磯做的那樣,我會派遣『軍隊』,就像在附近的 DC 所做的那樣,並迅速清理犯罪。」 Moore 隨後立即以他在 上的回覆嘲諷總統。 他在 X 上寫道:「『骨刺總統』會不惜一切代價來避免走路——即使這意味著散佈更多關於我們在馬里蘭州公共安全方面取得的進展的謊言。」 他補充說:「嘿 Donald,如果這樣更方便,我們可以給你安排一輛高爾夫球車。 只要讓我的團隊知道即可。」 Trump 發出威脅的近兩週前,他部署了國民警衛隊,並在華盛頓特區採取了行動,作為他的政府聲稱的打擊犯罪的一部分。 今年 6 月,總統派遣陸軍和海軍陸戰隊前往洛杉磯,表面上是為了平息針對其政府移民政策以及 Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) 探員加強驅逐行動的抗議活動。 Trump 威脅要向巴爾的摩部署軍隊,此前他曾多次針對全國各地由民主黨執政的城市發出類似威脅,作為 Trump 政府聲稱的打擊犯罪的一部分。 在宣布聯邦政府接管華盛頓特區時,Trump 說:「這將更進一步。」 「我們將奪回我們的首都……然後我們也會關注其他城市,」他特別點名了芝加哥、洛杉磯、紐約、巴爾的摩和奧克蘭。 總統週五表示,芝加哥是他的下一個目標,他告訴記者:「在我們完成這件事之後,我們會去另一個地點,我們也會讓那裡變得安全。」 「芝加哥一團糟。 你有一個無能的市長,非常無能,我們可能會在下一個解決那個問題。」 Trump 已經開始利用可能部署國民警衛隊作為一種武器,來反擊他的民主黨批評者。 他與 Moore 的爭吵似乎是由於 Moore 批評 Trump 接管華盛頓特區而引發的。 Moore 在邀請 Trump 前往巴爾的摩的信中寫道,公共安全對他個人非常重要,因為他「在被掌權者遺棄的社區中長大,他們試圖通過空洞的說辭來利用其選民的痛苦,而這些說辭從未改變地面上的現實。」 「自我兩年半前就職以來,馬里蘭州全州的兇殺案下降了 20%。 在 2025 年的前六個月,巴爾的摩警察局繼續看到槍支暴力事件出現兩位數的下降,包括兇殺案下降 22%,非致命槍擊事件比上一年下降 19%。 我們目前有望實現自我們正式開始記錄犯罪統計數據以來,巴爾的摩市兇殺案數量最低的一年,」他補充說。 Trump 在他的帖子中回應說,「Wes Moore 在犯罪方面的記錄非常糟糕,除非他像許多其他『藍州』那樣篡改他的犯罪數據,」但他沒有為他的說法提供證據。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。 ```

Dida Inc. (02559.HK) Announced 2025 Interim Results, RMB 135.8 Million Adjusted Net Profit

HONG KONG, Aug 25, 2025 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Dida Inc. (“Dida” or the “Company”, Stock Code: 02559.HK), a leading technology-driven mobility platform, announced the audited consolidated annual results for the six months ended June 30, 2025.Financial Highlights:- Revenue was RMB 286.3 million for the six months ended June 30, 2025, compared to RMB 404.1 million for the six months ended June 30, 2024.- Gross profit was RMB191.8 million for the six months ended June 30, 2025,compared to RMB 296.1 million for the six months ended June 30, 2024.- Net profit was RMB134.3 million for the six months ended June 30, 2025,compared to RMB 947.9 million for the six months ended June 30, 2024.- Adjusted net profit (non-IFRS measure) increased by 4.7% from RMB129.7 million for the six months ended June 30, 2024 to RMB135.8 million for the six months ended June 30, 2025.Operation Highlights:- Gross transaction value amounted to RMB 2,608 million and total number of orders reached 43.2 million for the six months ended June 30, 2025.- Registered users reached over 395 million as of June 30, 2025.- Certified private car owners reached 19.9 million.- During the first half of 2025, the order volume for our station-based carpooling model increased month by month.Business OutlookCarpooling marketplace businessRiders on our carpooling platform can access low-cost mobility options and enjoy quality experience. Private car owners can save money on gas and tolls by sharing traveling expenseswith riders. Carpooling also brings about numerous societal benefits, such as reducing carbon emissions and mitigating traffic congestion.We believe the primary reason riders choose carpooling is its pricing, while the pain point for car owners is the cost of detours. This year, we continue to focus on optimizing our station-based carpooling model to further reduce detour distances for car owners and fares for riders. During the first half of 2025, the order volume for our station-based carpooling model increased month by month. It is also noteworthy that carpooling travel has distinct route specific characteristics. Unlike ride-hailing service, there is a potential semi-acquaintance relationship between drivers and riders. In the first half of this year, we experimented with enhancing these semi-acquaintance interactions between drivers and riders and achieved positive results.We believe that compared to the current door-to-door pickup model, It is more reasonable for private car owners to pick up passengers with no or minimum detour, while accept riders to pay at a discounted fare. Unlike the transactional nature of ride-hailing services, drivers and riders in carpooling lead to a more equal interaction. They may come from similar social,economic, or geographical backgrounds. In the future, we will continue to explore the unique characteristics of our business to provide users with an affordable, efficient and equitable ride-sharing experience.We will continue to enhance the user experience on our platform. In the second half of the year, we plan to work with ride-hailing platforms to address the needs of those carpooling riders who are not able to find matching private car owners and other on-demand travel needs. We believe this will enhance our platform’s ecosystem and service offerings.Additionally, our platform has attracted nearly 20 million private car owners. This year,we intend to collaborate with partners to provide private car owners with more aftermarket service offerings such as repair and maintenance, financing, insurance and used car trading.Taxi businessIn selected cities where we have already entered into strategic cooperation agreements, we continue to engage with all relevant stakeholders, including local authorities, taxi industry associations, taxi companies, and taxi drivers to implement dynamic pricing solutions.For the full announcement of Dida for the six months ended June 30, 2025, please visit:https://manager.wisdomir.com/files/594/2025/0822/20250822203001_23855082_en.pdfAbout Dida Inc.Dida Inc. (“Dida” or the “Company”, Stock Code: 02559.HK) is a leading technology-driven mobility platform in China. The Company creates more transit capacity with less environmental impact by providing carpooling marketplace services to pair up riders with private car owners if they are heading in similar directions at compatible times. It also provides smart taxi services, aiming to improve the efficacy and efficiency of relevant stakeholders in the taxi industry in China. Dida makes the mobility ecosystem greener and more efficient, and each trip experience warm and enjoyable.Forward-Looking StatementsThis press release contains forward-looking statements relating to the business outlook, forecast business plans and growth strategies of the Company. These forward-looking statements are based on information currently available to the Company and are stated herein on the basis of the outlook at the time of this press release. They are based on certain expectations, assumptions and premises, some of which are subjective or beyond the control. These forward-looking statements may prove to be incorrect and may not be realized in future. Underlying the forward-looking statements is a large number of risks and uncertainties. Further information regarding these risks and uncertainties is included in the other public disclosure documents on the corporate website. Copyright 2025 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.

PCG Participates in MarTech Summit and Low Carbon Living Symposium and Launches Summer Promotions with PayMe

HONG KONG, Aug 25, 2025 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - The Payment Cards Group Limited (“PCG”), a cloud-native payment processor and acquirer, continues to advance digital transformation and sustainable development in Hong Kong through innovative payment technologies. In July 2025, PCG and its subsidiaries Yedpay and BBMSL demonstrated their industry leadership at both international and local events by sharing insights on strategic partnerships, showcasing its innovative “SoftPOS” payment solution, and launching promotional offers with PayMe. These efforts help merchants enhance competitiveness and operational efficiency while driving industry transformation and supporting the development of a green economy.Pioneering green payment innovation: Yedpay “SoftPOS” empowers NFC-enabled smart devices as secure payment terminalsOn July 9, 2025, PCG’s digital payment acceptance business, Yedpay, introduced its groundbreaking digital payment solution, “SoftPOS,” at the Low Carbon Living Symposium 2025. Powered by PCG’s innovative technology, “SoftPOS” transforms any NFC-enabled smart device into a secure payment terminal, facilitating a cashless society while reducing hardware waste. Featuring bank-level encryption and PCI DSS compliance, “SoftPOS” delivers transaction security equivalent to traditional terminals while offering superior speed and adaptability. During the event, SUNMI collaborated with Yedpay to demonstrate a practical merchant implementation through integration with their Smart Desktop Terminal. In addition to minimizing hardware requirements, the seamless operations of “SoftPOS” enhances the one-tap payment functionality in the retail and F&B sectors and enables merchants to implement cashless payments within minutes. It also supports green lifestyle reward programs such as GreenCorner, further promoting sustainable consumption and commerce.PCG shares strategic partnership insights at MarTech Summit Hong Kong 2025On July 8, 2025, Andy Leung, former Marketing Director of PCG, spoke at the MarTech Summit Hong Kong 2025, a global marketing technology event. During the panel discussion themed “Collaborative Marketing - Unlocking Growth Through Strategic Partnerships,” he shared how PCG drives payment innovation and creates long-term value for businesses through cross-industry strategic collaboration. He highlighted the critical role of partnerships in enhancing brand competitiveness, building lasting customer relationships, and accelerating industry transformation. During the panel discussion, representatives from Shake Shack, Mox, a digital bank backed by Standard Chartered, and Jebsen Group also shared insights on strategic partnerships from their respective industry perspectives.BBMSL collaborates with PayMe to launch promotions, fostering market expansion for merchantsSince BBMSL, a payment solutions provider under PCG, became a payment acquirer for digital wallet, PayMe by HSBC, last year, the two companies have continued to strengthen their partnership. Recently, BBMSL teamed up with PayMe to launch promotions sponsored by PayMe for merchant partners, More Yogurt and Toys“R”Us:1.Chillout with PayMe! PayMe drink voucher* — Spend HK$30 or more with PayMe at any More Yogurt outlet (excluding Tai Po YATA store) and receive a HK$3 discount on your entire transaction. Offer valid until October 31, 2025.2.Toys“R”Us Instant Discount Offer* — Spend HK$500 or more with PayMe at Toys"R"Us and receive a HK$20 discount on your entire transaction. Offer valid until August 31, 2025.BBMSL aims to leverage these promotions to help merchants drive sales and deepen customer engagement in today’s challenging consumer market, thereby enhancing brand value. Beyond its continued focus on payment innovation, PCG and its subsidiaries are committed to fostering digital transformation and sustainable development across industries through strategic partnerships and data-driven marketing, creating shared success for merchants, consumers, and the environment. *Please refer to the PayMe app for promotion details, terms, and conditions,About Payment Cards Group (“PCG”)The Payment Cards Group Limited (“PCG”) is an innovative and leading payment technology company with operations in Singapore, Hong Kong and the Asia-Pacific region. Established in 2016, PCG has become an acquirer with principal memberships in all major card schemes and e-wallet networks. Yedpay, a member of PCG, has firmly established itself as a digital payment acceptance business in Hong Kong. Meanwhile, A3A, another member of PCG, has developed a cloud-native payment processing platform that operates through RESTful APIs, significantly reducing costs and streamlining complex processes while providing users with real-time transaction data and insights. As an acquiring processor, PCG serves as the backbone infrastructure of the entire payment industry by its Asia’s 1st cloud-based processing and settlement platform. Rooted in Hong Kong with a global vison, PCG seeks to empower merchants with cutting-edge payment technology solutions and drive high-quality development in the global payment ecosystem. For more information, please visit PCG’s website: https://www.yedpay.com/en/For media enquiries, please contact:AJA (IR and Communications)Avy YuTel: (852) 9500 4443Email: avy.yu@ajacapital.com.hk / info@ajacapital.com.hk Copyright 2025 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.

BlackRidge & Co Expands to Palm Beach, Solidifying Presence in “Wall Street South”

PALM BEACH, FL – August 25, 2025 – (SeaPRwire) – BlackRidge & Co, an elite global advisory firm, announced that it has established its official headquarters in Palm Beach, Florida, as the region cements its reputation as “Wall Street South.” The move places the firm at the center of one of the fastest-growing financial hubs in the United States, with additional offices in New York, Silicon Valley, London, and Hong Kong. To learn more about BlackRidge & Co, visit www.blackridgeandco.com The BlackRidge & Co leadership team brings a heritage of advising the most prestigious institutions, including Rothschild Asset Management, Deutsche Bank, and ICBC Hong Kong. Beyond advisory services, the firm’s specialty is orchestrating introductions to capital, forging strategic growth partnerships, and working alongside clients to unlock new markets and drive long-term value creation. “At BlackRidge & Co, our mission is to create opportunities that are often inaccessible through traditional channels—pairing extraordinary companies with the investors and capital they need to scale globally,” said Director of Communications, Isaac Meyer.  The migration of capital and talent into South Florida has reshaped the financial landscape. Since Ken Griffin’s Citadel relocated from Chicago to Miami in 2022, major institutions including Goldman Sachs, Blackstone, and Peter Thiel’s Founders Fund have followed, creating a powerful concentration of wealth and influence. Palm Beach has emerged as the crown jewel of this movement, now home to more than 300 hedge funds, private equity firms, and financial institutions. A 2025 Forbes analysis reports that at least 68 billionaires maintain strong ties to Palm Beach, underscoring its position as a magnet for global wealth. About BlackRidge & Co BlackRidge & Co is a global advisory firm headquartered in Palm Beach with hubs in New York, Silicon Valley, London, and Hong Kong. The firm specializes in capital introductions, connecting visionary companies with the world’s most influential financiers, investors, and lenders. Through cultivated relationships and decades of experience, BlackRidge helps clients unlock new opportunities, build partnerships, and create sustainable growth. Media contact Brand: BlackRidge & Co Contact: Isaac Meyer, Director of Communications E-mail: im@blackridgeandco.com Website: https://www.blackridgeandco.com

經營業績全面向好 優然牧業2025上半年營收102.84億元再創新高

香港,2025年8月25日 - (亞太商訊 via SeaPRwire.com) - 2025年上半年,優然牧業以一份亮眼“答卷”強勢破局,在行業復蘇關鍵期,再度展現出乳業上游領軍企業的進取姿態與跨越式增長潛力。8月22日,優然牧業(09858.HK)發佈2025年中期業績公告,實現營業收入102.84億元,同比增長2.3%,營收規模持續增長,領跑行業。隨著各項降本增效措施的全面落實,當期綜合毛利率提升1.7個百分點至30%;剔除生物資產公平值變動影響,優然牧業期內溢利19.85億元,同比增長10.1%;現金EBITDA達到28.11億元,同比增長7.1%;自由現金流較去年同期增加7億元,體現出公司的經營品質和資金管理效率顯著提升。在行業整體復蘇背景下,優然牧業憑藉全產業鏈協同優勢,疊加科技賦能與管理優化,持續釋放降本增效成果,推動營收規模、盈利能力與現金流等核心指標全面向好,在行業復蘇曲線上跑出“加速度”,成為乳業上游的確定性力量。科技賦能全鏈降本增效 年化單產提升至13.1噸原料奶作為乳業上游核心資源,是優然牧業業務佈局的“基本盤”。近年來,公司通過持續推進數位化轉型與精細化管理優化生產模式,在原料奶業務上實現結構優化、生產效率提升與成本控制的三重改善。不依賴牛群擴張,優然牧業仍能實現穩步提產,標誌著牧場經營已步入“穩定收穫期”。報告期內,優然牧業原料奶業務實現營收78.96億元,同比增長7.9%,毛利率提升至34.7%,科技賦能效果顯著。與此同時,新建牧場牛群結構優化並進入最佳運營狀態,公司通過優化畜群結構、良種擴繁,實現畜群及原奶品類結構優化,成母牛占比提升3.9個百分點,預計未來有望進一步提升,將釋放更高的產能。在產品結構上,優然牧業大力發展高附加值的特色奶,如有機、有機A2、娟姍、有機娟姍、A2、原生DHA、原生富硒和羊奶等,持續滿足市場對健康、營養產品的需求,進一步鞏固了其在高端原料奶細分市場的領先地位。上半年,優然牧業奶山羊存欄量增至2.15萬只,距離滿欄產能有進一步增長空間。此外,公司通過精益管理和精准營養、胚胎高產牛投產等舉措,實現優質生鮮乳牧場(不含賽科星)年化單產提升至13.1噸。報告期內,公司原奶總產量達到208.16萬噸,同比增長15.8%。在規模化優勢與精細化管理的支撐下,公司以技術創新推動“節糧行動”,開發低豆粕配方,推行國產苜蓿草替代,單公斤原料奶飼料成本下降12%,競爭力持續提升。解決方案業務多元突破 引領行業國產替代新格局在穩固原料奶“基本盤”的基礎上,優然牧業持續做強“育種—草業—飼料—養殖服務”全產業鏈佈局,通過協同創新和資源整合,不僅鞏固了產業鏈領先優勢,也通過降本增效養殖方案的輸出,帶動行業價值鏈整體躍升。在飼料業務板塊,優然牧業加快產品與管道模式創新步伐,上半年,公司研發上市50公斤高單產飼料等一系列明星產品,並成功開拓蒙古國市場,這一國際化戰略的落地,不僅為企業打開了新的增長空間,更標誌著其在飼料業務領域的競爭力得到國際市場認可。值得注意的是,在奶牛飼料業務穩固領先優勢的同時,公司積極開拓了市場規模潛力巨大的肉牛肉羊飼料品類。報告期內,肉牛肉羊精飼料銷量同比增長60.9%,管道拓展戰略成效凸顯。奶牛超市業務作為覆蓋全國的養殖耗品綜合服務平臺,已形成線上“聚牧城科技”平臺與線下24家門店協同運營的網路體系,為牧場客戶提供超過1萬種耗品的一站式採購,持續增強客戶黏性。育種業務方面,公司繼續推進“種源自主可控”戰略,依託自研“育種一號”晶片打造核心技術壁壘。在2025年4月國內奶牛種公牛排名中,TOP10占4席、TOP100占48席,持續保持行業領先地位。同時,公司通過ICSI胚胎技術突破培育出3頭優質荷斯坦種公牛,在國產優質種源供給方面實現重大突破。上半年,優然牧業育種業務收入同比增長30.95%;奶牛性控胚胎銷量同比增加13.5%。草業業務則通過不斷加大技術投入,推動苜蓿抗寒基因技術自主研發、混播技術及優化苜蓿裹包青貯技術,降低蛋白損失,實現國產優質飼草對進口的有效替代,進一步發揮上下游資源互補的產業鏈優勢。政策利好疊加內生動能 行業龍頭加速向好可期今年上半年,《關於加快奶業紓困提升奶業高質量發展水準的通知》提出從金融支持、產業融合等方面著力,幫助企業降低運營成本、推動技術升級;國家育兒補貼政策預計每年將釋放540億至860億元資金,直接拉動奶粉消費需求,並傳導至上遊原奶供應;與此同時,滅菌乳新國標的實施進一步抬高行業品質門檻,而憑藉規模化與高品質原奶供給能力,優然牧業有望持續鞏固並擴大龍頭優勢。借助政策利好與外部環境改善,優然牧業多年深耕形成的六大核心優勢正在全面釋放:- 全產業鏈模式助推業務協同增效;- 科技創新賦能業務降本增效;- 精益管理持續深化落地;- 特色奶品類規模持續擴大;- 數位化、智能化轉型升級;- 綠色低碳轉型推動業務可持續發展。六大優勢相互協同、同頻共振,不僅使優然牧業得以在行業復蘇關鍵節點上搶佔先機,更為未來的長期增長打下了堅實基礎。隨著政策紅利持續釋放、外部環境持續向好,行業復蘇的勢能正加速彙聚,優然牧業有望借勢提速,實現新的跨越式成長,不斷擴大領先優勢。 Copyright 2025 亞太商訊 via SeaPRwire.com.

祖龍娛樂發佈2025年中期業績

財務摘要︰- 2025年上半年收益為人民幣634.3百萬元,較2024年同期大幅增長44.4%。其中,綜合遊戲發行及運營業務收益同比增長53.8%至人民幣579.0百萬元,占總收益的91.3%。- 2025年上半年毛利為人民幣452.8百萬元,較2024年同期大幅增長40.8%,毛利率為71.4%,與去年同期保持基本一致。- 2025年上半年研發開支同比增長0.5%至人民幣265.5百萬元。銷售及營銷開支同比上漲28.7%至人民幣222.3百萬元,主要由於《踏風行》於报告期內在中國大陸上線,以及《龍族:卡塞爾之門》持續產生的推廣及廣告開支所致,這被《以閃亮之名》因進入穩定運營階段而縮減的廣告開支所部分抵銷。- 2025年上半年經調整虧損淨額較2024年上半年同比收窄93.6%至人民幣7.7百萬元。營運摘要︰- 祖龍娛樂專注於開發優質MMORPG、女性向、策略卡牌、SLG及其他類型的手遊。截至2025年中期業績公告發佈之日,集團在逾170個地區市場推出24款精品手遊,支持14種語言的多個地區版本。 - 超自由時尚女性向手遊《以閃亮之名》自2023年3月上線中國大陸地區以來,十餘次以強勁之姿躋身中國大陸iOS遊戏暢銷榜前十名。截至2025年中期業績公告發佈之日,全球累計流水超過20億元。 - 《龍族:卡塞爾之門》作為策略卡牌類遊戲的佳作,自中國大陸地區上線以來收穫到各界廣泛認可和好評。遊戲分別於2025年4月及2025年8月在中國港澳台地區及東南亞地區正式上線,獲得優異的遊戲暢銷榜和免費榜成績。 - 放置RPG手遊《踏風行》於2025年5月在中國大陸地區正式上線,預下載當日即登頂iOS遊戲免費榜榜首。 - 經典遊戲《龍族幻想》、《夢幻誅仙》等仍在持續進行運營投入,遊戲表現穩定並為集團持續貢獻收益,其中《夢幻誅仙》2025年上半年流水和新增用戶量逆勢雙增。- 為打造多品類及風格多樣的遊戲組合,集團預期於2025年下半年至2027年期間在全球各地推出7款不同類型的遊戲產品,其中包括一款融合國風和卡通美學的回合制MMORPG遊戲項目代號:逍遙,一款基於知名IP改編、以西方奇幻題材為背景的策略卡牌遊戲項目G,以及一款依託虛幻引擎5 製作的女性向遊戲項目K。香港,2025年8月22日 - (亞太商訊 via SeaPRwire.com) - 祖龍娛樂有限公司(「祖龍娛樂」或「公司」,連同其附屬公司,統稱「集團」,股份代號:9990.HK)公佈其截至2025年6月30日止六個月(「報告期內」)之未經審核中期業績。2025年上半年,祖龍娛樂錄得收益人民幣634.3百萬元,較截至2024年同期人民幣439.4百萬元大幅增加44.4%,主要由於《龍族:卡塞爾之門》和《踏風行》分別於2024年下半年和2025年上半年在中國大陸上線,及《以閃亮之名》的持續穩定表現所致;其中,綜合遊戲發行及運營業務收益為人民幣579.0百萬元,較2024年同期增加53.8%,占總收益的91.3%。2025年上半年,集團毛利同比大幅增加40.8%至人民幣452.8百萬元;毛利率為71.4%,與去年同期保持基本一致。報告期內,集團研發開支同比增長0.5%至人民幣265.5百萬元。銷售及營銷開支同比上漲28.7%至人民幣222.3百萬元,主要由於《踏風行》於報告期內在中國大陸上線,以及《龍族:卡塞爾之門》持續產生的推廣及廣告開支所致,這被《以閃亮之名》因進入穩定運營階段而縮減的廣告開支所部分抵銷。綜合上述因素,2025年上半年集團經調整虧損淨額為人民幣7.7百萬元,較2024年同期大幅收窄93.6%。《以閃亮之名》長線運營策略獲市場驗證 兩款新遊上線帶動流水增長《以閃亮之名》是一款以公司新一代女性製作和策劃團隊為核心研發的超自由時尚女性向手遊,自2023年3月上線中國大陸地區以來,十餘次以強勁之姿躋身iOS遊戲暢銷榜前十名。隨著研發和運營效率的提升,繼2025年1月份的單月利潤創下遊戲上線後的歷史新高後,2025年上半年的利潤同比和環比均實現了顯著的增長。遊戲推出了全球代言人荔枝喵,依託大語言模型為玩家帶來有溫度的情感陪伴。遊戏於2025年7月更新的版本「踏歌神饗」主題曲《母神儺》在B站上線三天內的流覽量超300萬,並上線多個音樂平台,獲得了玩家們的高度關注。此外,在陸續推出的活動中,遊戲與歡樂穀、《甄嬛傳》、故宮宮苑、餓了麼等開展聯動活動,推動遊戲用戶活躍度顯著攀升。中國大陸地區2025年上半年的平均DAU(日活躍用戶數)超越2024年及2023年各年的平均DAU,特別是隨著暑期更新及大型直播等市場推廣,暑期(7月至本業績公告日)平均DAU達到了2025年以來的峰值。《以閃亮之名》官方微博已累計獲得約2,000萬個轉評贊,TapTap平台評分持續高達9.0分,截至2025年中期業績公告發佈之日,全球累計流水超過20億元。《龍族:卡塞爾之門》是一款由虛幻引擎4打造的、根據《龍族》系列小說和動畫改編及開發的策略卡牌類遊戲。遊戲在堅持數值和內容兩條主線的基礎上,強化內容線的迭代頻率,利用賽季制玩法滿足數值線玩家的新鮮感,並通過與旺旺、敦煌等聯動活動提升遊戲用戶活躍度,結合暑期上線的全新主題活動及精心的運營規劃,在中國大陸上線近一年後仍收穫可觀的新增用戶量的同時維持了用戶的長線黏性。伴隨暑期上線的全新主題活動及精心的運營規劃,遊戲在中國大陸地區暑期的MAU(月活躍用戶數)及平均DAU相較2025年上半年都實現了顯著的增長,8月1日單日DAU與新增用戶規模更創下了2025年以來的峰值。在中國大陸以外地區,隨後遊戲於2025年4月及8月分別在中國港澳台地區及東南亞地區上線,不僅取得了中國香港地區和中國台灣地區iOS遊戲暢銷榜第五名和第六名的良好成績,且在泰國地區上線首日即衝入iOS遊戲免費榜前三名,後連續多日位列iOS遊戲免費榜前五名。此外,同樣由虛幻引擎4打造的中國風修真題材放置RPG手遊《踏风行》,於2025年5月16日在中國大陸地區正式上線。該遊戲憑藉卓越的美術表現,高度還原玩家對修真遊戲的幻想,同時通過社交玩法,使不同類型的玩家得以獲得良好的遊戲體驗,建立健康和諧的遊戲生態。遊戲預下載當日即登頂iOS遊戲免費榜榜首。與此同時,对於《龍族幻想》、《夢幻誅仙》、《鴻圖之下》等多款在運營中的經典遊戲,公司持續進行運營投入,通過周年慶、版本更新等活動維護遊戲健康的長線生態,各款遊戲表現相對穩定並為集團持續貢獻收益。特別值得關注的是,於2016年11月推出的回合制MMORPG手遊《夢幻誅仙》,對比2024年同期及2024年下半年,2025年上半年的流水和新增用戶量更是逆勢實現了正向增長,體現了經典遊戲的可玩性與長線生命力。多品類佈局豐富產品矩陣 精品化戰略注入發展新動力為打造多品類及風格多樣的遊戲組合,集團預期於2025年下半年至2027年期間在全球各地推出7款不同類型的遊戲產品。遊戲項目代號:逍遙是一款融合了國風和卡通美學的回合制MMORPG遊戏,巧妙運用國風元素,將文化深度與藝術美感有機結合,希望讓玩家在享受遊戲樂趣的同時深刻感受中華傳統文化的魅力。该遊戏計劃於2025年下半年對外開展測試。項目K是一款由虛擬引擎5製作的女性向遊戲新作,目前正在全力推進中。此外,一款基於知名IP改編、以西方奇幻題材為背景的策略卡牌遊戲項目G,預期將於2027年全球上線。日後,隨著產品類型由MMORPG、女性向、策略卡牌、SLG擴張至放置RPG等多品類和豐富多樣的風格,及不斷完善「研運一體」的有機模式,預期公司遊戲的生命週期將進一步延長,這將對公司收益作出更穩定及持續的貢獻。技術創新賦能遊戲品質提升 研運一體及全球化戰略提升競爭優勢作為在業內率先研究和使用虛幻引擎開發移動遊戲的遊戲廠商,祖龍娛樂持續探索前沿科技,充分發揮團隊在技術儲備上的深厚積累,持續深入優化移動設備次世代效果,保持移動遊戲領域的競爭優勢和持續突破,並深入研究UE5的新技術高質量數字人(Metahuman)和智能城市交通系統(MassAI),根據在研產品探索和適配,將產品的渲染效果和場景角色體驗提升到新的層級。與此同時,不斷優化遊戲在Steam和Epic平台的呈現,並結合玩家需求和產品特點繼續拓展在PC端的適配與高品質呈現,逐步構建產品在多平台的遊戲開發和推廣的全球體系。展望未來,作為中國手遊行業的開拓者,祖龍娛樂將持續深入研究虛擬引擎技術與AI在遊戲開發中的應用,通過玩法的創新和品類的拓展提升遊戲的產品力,不斷開發多品類領先的精品遊戲。同時,深化多元化產品賽道佈局和IP生態建設,全力開拓豐富高質量產品賽道,持續積極推進精品化、多元化、全球化和研運一體的戰略,基於優質的內容輸出和日趨成熟的多元化產品矩陣,為全球玩家創造卓越的線上娛樂體驗。关於祖龍娛樂有限公司祖龍娛樂是中國手遊行業的開拓者,專注於開發優質MMORPG、女性向、策略卡牌、SLG及其他類型的手遊,開發優質手遊的實力屢經驗證,且注重核心遊戲性體驗品類的持續深耕。截至2025年中期業績公告發佈之日,祖龍娛樂在逾170個地區市場共推出24款精品手遊,支持14種語言的多個地區版本,所提供的高質量的多元遊戲組合擁有良好的市場聲譽。 Copyright 2025 亞太商訊 via SeaPRwire.com.

BlackRidge & Co Expands to Palm Beach, Solidifying Presence in “Wall Street South”

PALM BEACH, FL – August 25, 2025 – (SeaPRwire) – BlackRidge & Co, an elite global advisory firm, announced that it has established its official headquarters in Palm Beach, Florida, as the region cements its reputation as “Wall Street South.” The move places the firm at the center of one of the fastest-growing financial hubs in the United States, with additional offices in New York, Silicon Valley, London, and Hong Kong. To learn more about BlackRidge & Co, visit www.blackridgeandco.com The BlackRidge & Co leadership team brings a heritage of advising the most prestigious institutions, including Rothschild Asset Management, Deutsche Bank, and ICBC Hong Kong. Beyond advisory services, the firm’s specialty is orchestrating introductions to capital, forging strategic growth partnerships, and working alongside clients to unlock new markets and drive long-term value creation. “At BlackRidge & Co, our mission is to create opportunities that are often inaccessible through traditional channels—pairing extraordinary companies with the investors and capital they need to scale globally,” said Director of Communications, Isaac Meyer.  The migration of capital and talent into South Florida has reshaped the financial landscape. Since Ken Griffin’s Citadel relocated from Chicago to Miami in 2022, major institutions including Goldman Sachs, Blackstone, and Peter Thiel’s Founders Fund have followed, creating a powerful concentration of wealth and influence. Palm Beach has emerged as the crown jewel of this movement, now home to more than 300 hedge funds, private equity firms, and financial institutions. A 2025 Forbes analysis reports that at least 68 billionaires maintain strong ties to Palm Beach, underscoring its position as a magnet for global wealth. About BlackRidge & Co BlackRidge & Co is a global advisory firm headquartered in Palm Beach with hubs in New York, Silicon Valley, London, and Hong Kong. The firm specializes in capital introductions, connecting visionary companies with the world’s most influential financiers, investors, and lenders. Through cultivated relationships and decades of experience, BlackRidge helps clients unlock new opportunities, build partnerships, and create sustainable growth. Media contact Brand: BlackRidge & Co Contact: Isaac Meyer, Director of Communications E-mail: im@blackridgeandco.com Website: https://www.blackridgeandco.com

大白鯊湧入大白鯊片中的新英格蘭水域

(SeaPRwire) -   大白鯊正湧向曾作為《大白鯊》故事背景的水域,在北大西洋沿岸。 新數據顯示,在新英格蘭較為寒冷的水域中,這是史蒂芬·史匹柏(Steven Spielberg)1975年經典鉅作中虛構的艾米蒂島(Amity Island)的所在地,過去在此處很少發現鯊魚。 Maine Department of Marine Resources (DMR) 確定2020年至2024年間在其海岸附近發現了93條大白鯊,此數據被 Associated Press 引用。史匹柏關於巨鯊恐嚇一個小漁鎮的電影,是在麻薩諸塞州馬莎葡萄園(Martha’s Vineyard)拍攝的,就在海岸線不遠處。 Associated Press 也引用了期刊 Marine Ecology Progress Series 的一項研究,該研究發現從2018年到2022年,在新斯科細亞省哈利法克斯(Halifax)海岸外檢測到的大白鯊數量增加了約2.5倍。 再往南的長島,這裡是彼得·本奇利(Peter Benchley)原著小說的背景,後來被史匹柏改編成電影,也變得越來越普遍。 沿岸新來訪者增加的原因是多方面的。Atlantic White Shark Conservancy (AWSC) 的近期研究表明,沿岸保護鯊魚及其海豹獵物的努力可能導致鯊魚數量增加。 鯊魚是遷徙性動物——牠們在夏季會在較溫和的水域度過,然後在冬季遷徙到溫暖許多的水域。但 Atlantic White Shark Conservancy (AWSC) 指出,緬因灣(Gulf of Maine)的海水溫度上升速度比全球99%的海洋都快——這意味著幾種鯊魚正在停留更長時間。 Maine Department of Marine Resources (DMR) 在緬因州2020年7月發生有史以來第一次致命鯊魚襲擊事件後,開始監測該州的鯊魚活動,當時一名63歲的婦女在離海岸僅20碼的地方游泳時被殺。在這些緬因州的沿海海灘上,已經安裝了應急止血包,效仿其他地方,這種套件是針對鯊魚襲擊受害者的急救包。 儘管《大白鯊》給了牠們聲名狼藉的聲譽,鯊魚襲擊事件仍然極為罕見。根據位於蓋恩斯維爾(Gainesville)的 Florida Museum of Natural History 的說法,該博物館透過 International Shark Attack File (ISAF) 追蹤鯊魚遭遇事件,2020年的襲擊事件只是緬因州自1837年以來。 International Shark Attack File (ISAF) 主任 Gavin Naylor 指出,鯊魚通常傾向於獨處,人們常常可能在鯊魚附近游泳卻沒有意識到,因為牠們通常在離岸100到200碼的地方活動。 此外,發現2024年全球無端鯊魚咬傷的總數顯著低於過去五年來的平均水平——儘管美國再次領先全球,在2024年記錄了最多的無端鯊魚咬傷事件,有28例確診。雖然鯊魚更頻繁地向北移動,但佛羅里達州的溫水去年仍以最多的無端鯊魚襲擊事件領先。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。

優格店謀殺案為何懸而未決?

(SeaPRwire) -   自從1991年12月6日,四名女孩在德州奧斯汀的 I Can’t Believe It’s Yogurt! 優格店被槍殺頭部,至今已過了33年,她們是:Amy Ayers (13歲)、Jennifer Harbison (17歲)、Sarah Harbison (15歲) 和 Eliza Thomas (17歲)。 33年過去了,這些女孩為何會成為目標,至今仍是個謎。此案是 HBO 新推出的四部曲影集《The Yogurt Shop Murders》的主題,該影集於8月3日至8月24日期間,每週日晚間播出。影集探討了關於誰是兇手的主要理論,並給予受害者家屬追憶親人的空間。影集包含追蹤嫌疑犯準備受審的珍貴畫面,由奧斯汀當地紀錄片製作人 Claire Huie 拍攝。 儘管這部影集並未揭露新的資訊,但它提供了對此案的全面概述。以下是完結篇如何總結這個複雜故事的。  優格店謀殺案現況 《The Yogurt Shop Murders》聚焦於此案的主要嫌疑犯,一群在謀殺案當晚聚在一起並持有槍枝的青少年:Maurice Pierce、Michael Scott、Robert Springsteen 和 Forrest Welborn。Pierce 始終堅稱 Welborn 借了他的槍,並告訴他殺了那些女孩,而 Welborn 則說他只是開玩笑。  從未有證據起訴 Pierce 和 Welborn,但 Springsteen 和 Scott 分別於2001年和2002年被判謀殺女孩罪名成立。他們曾供認殺害了女孩,但聲稱這些供詞是在脅迫下做出的,他們只是想擺脫壓力巨大的審訊。Springsteen 被判處死刑,而 Scott 則被判處無期徒刑。 在2006年至2007年間,德州刑事上訴法院推翻了他們的定罪,認定 Scott 和 Springsteen 未能根據他們的第六修正案權利進行交叉盤問。本應進行重審,但對受害者遺留證據進行的 DNA 檢測,使用新技術再次執行,且所有 DNA 均不符合 Pierce、Scott、Springsteen 或 Welborn 的資料。無論是污染還是有其他人參與了犯罪,這一點尚不清楚。2009年,檢方撤銷了對 Scott 和 Springsteen 的指控。 由於沒有物理證據能將這四名男孩與犯罪現場聯繫起來,此案至今仍未偵破。完結篇並未就誰是兇手給出結論,而是留給觀眾自行判斷。  受害者家屬如何面對悲痛 Eliza Thomas 的妹妹 Sonora 現在是一名治療師,這份工作吸引她,是因為她希望幫助其他人像她一樣從悲痛中療癒。 Jennifer 和 Sarah 的母親 Barbara Ayres-Wilson 形容悲痛過程像坐雲霄飛車,她解釋說:「我們與痛苦如此接近,待在那裡比走向愛更讓人感到自在。」完結篇以 Sonora 和 Barbara 牽手作結。「我希望這能幫助到一些人。」Barbara 補充說。 完結篇以 Sonora 解釋分享摯愛記憶是多麼宣洩情感的方式作結,她認為:「講述那個故事,聆聽那個故事,對講述者和聽眾都有實實在在的好處。我認為這可以改變一段記憶在你心中存活的方式。」  儘管這些家庭所經歷的獨一無二,導演 Brown 將這部影集視為「探討人們如何處理創傷和悲痛」。她希望這些家庭的韌性能夠激勵那些正在經歷悲痛的觀眾。 「你必須走向黑暗,才能從中找到能帶給人們歡樂和光明的事物。」Brown 解釋說:「我認為知道每個人都會經歷悲痛,這本身就具有集體療癒的作用。觀察人們如何處理悲痛可以是一種療癒,因為你能從中獲得慰藉……你並不孤單。」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。

律師稱,基爾馬·阿布雷戈·加西亞拒絕認罪協議後,遭威脅將被遣返烏干達

(SeaPRwire) -   代表,這位馬里蘭州男子於三月被錯誤遣返至薩爾瓦多監獄,其律師指控川普政府試圖「脅迫」他們的當事人承認販運人口的刑事指控,否則將面臨被遣返烏干達——他從未去過的國家。 在一份要求撤銷對他指控的動議中,阿布雷戈·加西亞的律師表示,聯邦政府在週四,也就是他預定獲釋的前一天,提出了一項最後的認罪協商。其中,檢察官表示,他將被遣返哥斯大黎加,以換取繼續留在監獄並承認在美國境內走私無證移民的指控。 根據提交的文件,檢察官向阿布雷戈·加西亞的辯護律師提供了哥斯大黎加治理、警察與公共安全部的一封信函,確保如果他被遣返哥斯大黎加,加西亞可以在該國自由生活,無論是作為難民被接受,還是獲得某種形式的合法身份。 阿布雷戈·加西亞的律師拒絕讓阿布雷戈·加西亞繼續留在監獄,但同意將認罪協商的提議傳達給他們的當事人。然而,法庭文件指出,他於週五從田納西州一所監獄獲釋後「幾分鐘內」,阿布雷戈的律師接獲美國移民及海關執法局(ICE)的通知,他將被遣返烏干達,並「命令他週一向ICE的巴爾的摩外勤辦事處報到」。 「這些事件只有一種解釋:司法部(DOJ)、國土安全部(DHS)和ICE正在利用其集體權力,迫使阿布雷戈先生在認罪後獲得相對安全,或者被引渡到烏干達(他的安全和自由將受到威脅)之間做出選擇。」法庭文件如此寫道。「推動此刑事案件的同樣報復意圖,顯然導致政府在將其移除到第三國的問題上立場發生了巨大變化。」 阿布雷戈的律師主張,這項新計畫「懲罰」了阿布雷戈·加西亞,因為他行使其憲法權利,在拘留之外等候審判,並要求駁回對他的刑事指控。 加西亞的錯誤遣返——儘管有直接的法院命令禁止將他遣返薩爾瓦多——已成為該政府在其大規模驅逐行動中的一個焦點案件。 川普政府無視了多項法院命令,包括最高法院的一項命令,要求其「促成」阿布雷戈·加西亞返回美國。 川普最終確實將阿布雷戈·加西亞帶回美國,卻又自六月以來將他拘留在田納西州,面臨人口走私指控。 TIME 已聯繫 DOJ 尋求評論。 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。

Hunet Plus Secures Investment from Global Strategic Investors…. Accelerates U.S. and Global Market Entry

Hunet Plus Co., Ltd. (CEO Hyukjin Cha), a company specializing in next-generation semiconductor and display materials, announced on Aug. 13th that it has secured Pre-Series B investment for entry into the U.S. market from global semiconductor-related companies, including strategic investors from Japan and Taiwan, as well as the Korean financial investor, ANDA Asia Ventures. In particular, this investment – secured at a time when US and Korea’s tariff issues in the semiconductor sector are coming to the forefront – marks a significant milestone, as it has attracted investment from leading investors from Korea, Japan, and Taiwan. The deal is expected to provide strong momentum not only for securing the original technology of ML-EUV® (Molecular Layer Assembled Extreme UltraViolet Technology, Process and Materials – a multilayer molecular film vacuum process-type photoresist for extreme ultraviolet lithography), but also for obtaining international patents to support market entry into the U.S., Japan and global markets. Furthermore, as one of the few Korean start-up companies to successfully attract foreign investment from Japan and Taiwan, Hunet Plus is expected to gain strong traction in expanding its markets while strengthening its global competitiveness. ML-EUV® is a next-generation total solution for EUV (Extreme Ultraviolet) lithography, encompassing vertically stacked molecular structures, manufacturing processes, and materials. Hunet Plus’ ML-EUV® has overcome the limitations of achieving ultra-high resolution (below 10 nm line width) and sub-2 nm line edge roughness (LER), which have been difficult to realize with existing methods such as: Second-generation chemical amplification resists (wet process, Chemical Amplification Resist) Third-generation inorganic nano-cluster-based resists (wet process, Nano Cluster Based Resist) Fourth-generation inorganic dry-process resists (dry process, Inorganic Precursor Resist) Hunet Plus’ ML-EUV® achieves world-class performance of ultra-high resolution below 10 nm and line edge roughness below 2 nm by using organic precursors and inorganic precursors at the molecular level, forming 10–20 nm ultra-thin multi-layered resist films through its proprietary Organic–Inorganic Molecular Layer Deposition Process® – an innovative dry molecular-layer stacking method. Through this strategic investment, Hunet Plus has formally launched commercialization efforts for ML-EUV®. Based on the world’s highest-performing ML-EUV®, the company plans to jointly commercialize ML-EUV® equipment and processes for dry processing with leading global semiconductor equipment manufacturers, while also supplying core organic and inorganic process materials for ML-EUV®-related semiconductor processes in partnership with global materials companies. In doing so, Hunet Plus aims to position itself as a key player in the semiconductor materials, components, and equipment sector. Hyukjin Cha, CEO of Hunet Plus, stated: “In the global semiconductor market, national borders no longer matter. In the near future, technologies and products like our ML-EUV® – innovative and market-leading – will be the basis for global companies to collaborate and build ecosystems that dominate the market and ensure sustainability. We anticipate additional USD 10 Million follow-on investments from our existing shareholders as well as other global companies, including in the U.S., and will work with local clients to build unique and sustainable ecosystem.” Haesun Kim, Senior Executive Director of HunetPlus, who played a pivotal role in leading the successful domestic and overseas fundraising, drew on more than 25 years of professional experience in international finance and foreign capital attraction, commented: “Although the past two years have been a very challenging period for Hunet Plus – requiring not only navigating detailed and rigorous due diligence imposed by top-tier international investors but also had to lead strategic negotiations – it has been deeply rewarding. In particular, despite a difficult investment climate as well as attracting interest from potential investors to one of the top level industries in the world, this has become a meaningful success story made possible by the organic cooperation with HunetPlus executives.” Cho Namhoon, CEO of K-Ground Ventures, an existing investor and the operator of Scale-Up TIPS who provided behind-the-scenes support for this investment, said: “Even in Korea’s challenging environment for bold investments in original technology, we had a strong belief in Hunet Plus’ global-standard R&D capabilities. Through the Hongneung Advanced Science & Technology Commercialization Fund, we took the bold step of making an early-stage investment, followed by support for subsequent fundraising, reinvestment through the Innovation IP Fund, and additional backing via Scale-Up TIPS. This long-term investment strategy has brought significant results. In particular, the attracting investment from renowned global investors is expected to support U.S. market entry and lead to further follow-on investments, ultimately building a sustainable global supply ecosystem for Korean semiconductor technology through joint Korea–U.S. R&D, production, and marketing.” Meanwhile, on August 6 (local time), U.S. President Donald Trump, at an Apple facility investment announcement event, stated, “We will impose 100% tariffs on every semiconductor imported into the United States.” This announcement has drawn intense attention from semiconductor startups and investors, as semiconductors are the second-largest category of U.S.-bound exports, especially ahead of the upcoming Korea–U.S. summit, where the government’s response will be closely watched. Media contact Brand: Hunet Plus Contact: Hyukjin Cha, CEO Email: support@hunetplus.com Telephone: +82-10-8817-0003 Website: https://en.hunetplus.com

Hunet Plus Secures Investment from Global Strategic Investors…. Accelerates U.S. and Global Market Entry

Hunet Plus Co., Ltd. (CEO Hyukjin Cha), a company specializing in next-generation semiconductor and display materials, announced on Aug. 13th that it has secured Pre-Series B investment for entry into the U.S. market from global semiconductor-related companies, including strategic investors from Japan and Taiwan, as well as the Korean financial investor, ANDA Asia Ventures. In particular, this investment – secured at a time when US and Korea’s tariff issues in the semiconductor sector are coming to the forefront – marks a significant milestone, as it has attracted investment from leading investors from Korea, Japan, and Taiwan. The deal is expected to provide strong momentum not only for securing the original technology of ML-EUV® (Molecular Layer Assembled Extreme UltraViolet Technology, Process and Materials – a multilayer molecular film vacuum process-type photoresist for extreme ultraviolet lithography), but also for obtaining international patents to support market entry into the U.S., Japan and global markets. Furthermore, as one of the few Korean start-up companies to successfully attract foreign investment from Japan and Taiwan, Hunet Plus is expected to gain strong traction in expanding its markets while strengthening its global competitiveness. ML-EUV® is a next-generation total solution for EUV (Extreme Ultraviolet) lithography, encompassing vertically stacked molecular structures, manufacturing processes, and materials. Hunet Plus’ ML-EUV® has overcome the limitations of achieving ultra-high resolution (below 10 nm line width) and sub-2 nm line edge roughness (LER), which have been difficult to realize with existing methods such as: Second-generation chemical amplification resists (wet process, Chemical Amplification Resist) Third-generation inorganic nano-cluster-based resists (wet process, Nano Cluster Based Resist) Fourth-generation inorganic dry-process resists (dry process, Inorganic Precursor Resist) Hunet Plus’ ML-EUV® achieves world-class performance of ultra-high resolution below 10 nm and line edge roughness below 2 nm by using organic precursors and inorganic precursors at the molecular level, forming 10–20 nm ultra-thin multi-layered resist films through its proprietary Organic–Inorganic Molecular Layer Deposition Process® – an innovative dry molecular-layer stacking method. Through this strategic investment, Hunet Plus has formally launched commercialization efforts for ML-EUV®. Based on the world’s highest-performing ML-EUV®, the company plans to jointly commercialize ML-EUV® equipment and processes for dry processing with leading global semiconductor equipment manufacturers, while also supplying core organic and inorganic process materials for ML-EUV®-related semiconductor processes in partnership with global materials companies. In doing so, Hunet Plus aims to position itself as a key player in the semiconductor materials, components, and equipment sector. Hyukjin Cha, CEO of Hunet Plus, stated: “In the global semiconductor market, national borders no longer matter. In the near future, technologies and products like our ML-EUV® – innovative and market-leading – will be the basis for global companies to collaborate and build ecosystems that dominate the market and ensure sustainability. We anticipate additional USD 10 Million follow-on investments from our existing shareholders as well as other global companies, including in the U.S., and will work with local clients to build unique and sustainable ecosystem.” Haesun Kim, Senior Executive Director of HunetPlus, who played a pivotal role in leading the successful domestic and overseas fundraising, drew on more than 25 years of professional experience in international finance and foreign capital attraction, commented: “Although the past two years have been a very challenging period for Hunet Plus – requiring not only navigating detailed and rigorous due diligence imposed by top-tier international investors but also had to lead strategic negotiations – it has been deeply rewarding. In particular, despite a difficult investment climate as well as attracting interest from potential investors to one of the top level industries in the world, this has become a meaningful success story made possible by the organic cooperation with HunetPlus executives.” Cho Namhoon, CEO of K-Ground Ventures, an existing investor and the operator of Scale-Up TIPS who provided behind-the-scenes support for this investment, said: “Even in Korea’s challenging environment for bold investments in original technology, we had a strong belief in Hunet Plus’ global-standard R&D capabilities. Through the Hongneung Advanced Science & Technology Commercialization Fund, we took the bold step of making an early-stage investment, followed by support for subsequent fundraising, reinvestment through the Innovation IP Fund, and additional backing via Scale-Up TIPS. This long-term investment strategy has brought significant results. In particular, the attracting investment from renowned global investors is expected to support U.S. market entry and lead to further follow-on investments, ultimately building a sustainable global supply ecosystem for Korean semiconductor technology through joint Korea–U.S. R&D, production, and marketing.” Meanwhile, on August 6 (local time), U.S. President Donald Trump, at an Apple facility investment announcement event, stated, “We will impose 100% tariffs on every semiconductor imported into the United States.” This announcement has drawn intense attention from semiconductor startups and investors, as semiconductors are the second-largest category of U.S.-bound exports, especially ahead of the upcoming Korea–U.S. summit, where the government’s response will be closely watched. Media contact Brand: Hunet Plus Contact: Hyukjin Cha, CEO Email: support@hunetplus.com Telephone: +82-10-8817-0003 Website: https://en.hunetplus.com

重新發掘家鄉的理由

(SeaPRwire) -   我們常被教導,志向就是離開。對於那些來自小鎮的人來說,目標通常是離開,前往更大、更快、更光鮮的地方。對我而言,這個故事始於拉姆斯蓋特(Ramsgate),我在那裡長大,那是一個位於索奈特島(Isle of Thanet)的港口小鎮,也是英國南海岸最東端,同時也包括馬蓋特(Margate)和布羅德斯泰爾斯(Broadstairs)這兩個海濱度假勝地。 當我年輕的時候,我迫不及待地想逃離。拉姆斯蓋特可能感覺很小:同樣的面孔出現在同樣的地方,而新的咖啡館或畫廊往往會引起懷疑,甚至更糟,被批評為不必要或矯揉造作。似乎總有人堅持生活就這樣挺好。但對於一個渴望看到更多英國—並最終看到世界—的青少年來說,這種缺乏好奇心的態度令人沮喪。 於是我離開了。我向北去了四年,將海灘和海濱大道換成了城堡和鵝卵石街道—先是在約克(York)攻讀學士學位,然後在杜倫(Durham)攻讀碩士學位。大學畢業後,在報社實習過一段時間,我搬到了倫敦,真正投身新聞業。我曾在多家日報擔任自由撰稿人,之後在雜誌和報社都任職過。 二十幾歲的時候,我沒有被責任束縛得那麼緊。我只是身在城市:品嚐地中海餐廳,參加演唱會,搶購臨時的劇院門票,搭乘地鐵四處穿梭,即使第二天有工作也和朋友玩到很晚。 有一陣子,這樣的生活很足夠。後來,卻變得太多了。在那些共享餐盤之間,我發現自己陷入了無休止的忙碌,需要更快地前進,賺取更多—只為了跟上節奏。倫敦的租金,公寓很小,然而擁有一套的夢想。城市生活令人興奮,但也令人筋疲力盡。 隨著年紀增長,每次回到索奈特(Thanet)—為了聖誕節、生日或其他家庭聚會—都讓我重新審視自己留下了什麼。最主要是,那是大海。童年時看似普通的寬闊黃沙、無盡的天空和空氣中鹹鹹的味道,突然間充滿了吸引力。 但我也開始想念小鎮生活的脈動:在街上向人揮手致意,留意誰家的籬笆長得太高,或者誰家的垃圾桶在路邊停留太久。我意識到,即使是我曾經不屑一顧的酒吧,那些鋪著醜陋地毯和發出嘶嘶聲的點唱機,也別具魅力。 更重要的是,我曾經急於離開的地方,現在卻有許多人急著湧入。藝術家、創意工作者和科技人才—我曾經深信我必須離開才能遇到的人—已經被倫敦的高物價逼走,並。他們帶來了新的想法、商機和動力。尤其是馬蓋特(Margate),已經繁榮發展,經過改造的街道和文化空間賦予它一種充滿活力、國際化的氛圍。現在,當我回到家鄉時,我感到一陣驕傲和些許驚訝:這個我曾經以為自己已經長大而不再適合的地方,竟然有了我始料未及的華麗轉身。 儘管如此,即使有這股湧入的人潮,索奈特(Thanet)也不是一個自由的烏托邦。老一輩的人在許多方面確保它仍然是奈傑爾·法拉奇(Nigel Farage)領導的Reform Party的試驗場。這位右翼民粹主義者,他很可能成為英國的,之前曾兩次競選南索奈特選區的國會議員。但老實說,大多數時候,人們就只是普通人—聊著他們的孩子,他們的,或者他們的足球隊週末是否贏了球。 在倫敦和其他全球大都市,存在著一些無形的壓力:要求你去過某個地方,看過某件事,或者不斷證明你正在攀登無形的階梯。回到家鄉,人們可能會抱怨他們的老闆或交通,但事情更簡單,也少了很多表演性質。 上次回家時,我發現自己又回到了索奈特(Thanet)的海濱木棧道上,雙腳懸空在水面上,和我的朋友拉維(Ravi)分享啤酒,就像我們小時候還沒到年齡時那樣。我現在能夠體會到,這個我曾經抱怨的地方,給予了我一種被我誤認為是束縛的根基。 我現在還無法完全搬回家鄉。我的工作性質把我束縛在倫敦。但我很高興我學到了,首都並非全世界,儘管我們的媒體和政客有時假裝如此。  我會繼續回到索奈特(Thanet),不是不情願,而是心甘情願:去打水漂,去看地平線吞噬太陽,以及在Broadstairs Amusements的夾娃娃機上浪費錢—第303次會幸運吧,對嗎?每次造訪都提醒我,地方就像人一樣,可以在成長中不失其本質。我學會了愛索奈特(Thanet),不僅僅是作為我離開的家鄉,更是作為它不斷演變的地方。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。

川普稱芝加哥將是其打擊犯罪行動的下一個目標。以下是該市犯罪的相關事實。

(SeaPRwire) -   總統唐納德·川普週五表示,在他的政府接管華盛頓特區警力近兩週後,接下來將把重點轉向芝加哥,以努力。 「當我們完成這件事後,我們會前往另一個地點,讓它也變得安全,」川普告訴記者。「芝加哥一團糟。你們有一位無能的市長,極其無能,我們可能會先整頓那裡。」 總統表示他尚未就他的計畫與芝加哥市長布蘭登·約翰遜交談,但他的政府將「準備好」後再採取行動。 「芝加哥非常危險,」川普說。「我討厭看到芝加哥發生的一切。」 多年來,川普一直抨擊芝加哥的犯罪問題,早在 就稱該市為「一場槍擊災難」。2016年競選總統期間,川普 在社交媒體上表示:「犯罪失控,而且情況迅速惡化。看看芝加哥和我們的內陸城市正在發生什麼。不好!」在他2020年的第一個任期內,川普曾向該市部署聯邦探員,以「協助降低暴力犯罪」。 那次部署是司法部在那個夏天發起的一項更廣泛計畫的一部分,該計畫旨在向多個城市派遣聯邦探員,以解決川普當時 所稱的「槍擊、殺戮、謀殺和惡性暴力犯罪的驚人爆炸式增長」。就像川普最近接管華盛頓特區一樣,這項備受爭議的計畫引起了當地 和 的擔憂。在川普於2021年離任後,該計畫被 。 在2020年COVID-19疫情期間,全國許多城市都 暴力犯罪激增。根據芝加哥 市數據,2020年致命和非致命槍擊事件比2019年增加了約55%。2021年該市槍擊事件再次上升,儘管這次僅上升了9%,隨後一年卻急劇下降了近21%。 在川普第一任期前,該市的暴力犯罪也有所增加。根據 數據,2015年至2016年間,該市的兇殺案數量猛增了58%,非致命槍擊事件數量增加了43%。 但接下來幾年,槍枝暴力有所下降,直到疫情初期犯罪率再次攀升。根據本月早些時候發布的芝加哥警方 數據,自2023年以來,芝加哥的犯罪率已下降15%。該市數據 顯示,截至今年為止,致命和非致命槍擊事件比2024年同期下降了近38%。同時,兇殺案和搶劫案均下降了約32%,車輛劫持案下降了約49%。 川普週五的言論是在他 於8月11日接管華盛頓特區警局並部署國民警衛隊到街道上之後發表的,他當時援引暴力犯罪為由——儘管數據顯示,華盛頓特區的暴力犯罪,和芝加哥一樣,當時已經在 。在宣布這一舉動時,總統 表示他將「考慮其他城市」,包括芝加哥、洛杉磯、紐約、巴爾的摩和奧克蘭。 在對首都的打擊中,川普援引了 條款,該條款授權總統在「緊急情況」下接管華盛頓特區的警務部門。但法律專家 指出,川普接管地方警務部門並向華盛頓特區以外的城市部署國民警衛隊的權力受到法律的嚴格限制。 約翰遜市長週五抨擊了川普的言論。市長 在一份新聞稿中表示,該市在打擊犯罪方面取得了「歷史性進展」,並引用了最近的統計數據,同時認為向芝加哥部署國民警衛隊可能會破壞這項工作。約翰遜補充說,雖然該市認真對待川普的聲明,但尚未收到聯邦政府關於此事的任何正式溝通。 「總統的做法問題在於它不協調、不必要且不健全,」約翰遜說。「非法向芝加哥部署國民警衛隊可能會加劇居民與執法部門之間的緊張關係,而我們知道警方與居民之間的信任是建立更安全社區的基礎。」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。

科學家:美國石油和天然氣空污每年致9.1萬人過早死亡

(SeaPRwire) -   根據8月22日發表的一項廣泛新研究,美國每年有91,000例過早死亡和數十萬起健康問題與石油和天然氣造成的空氣污染有關,其中黑人、亞洲人、美洲原住民和西班牙裔群體始終是受影響最嚴重的群體之一。 研究人員表示,這項今天發表的研究首次全面量化了戶外空氣污染在化石燃料生產所有階段造成的健康影響,並分析了健康風險暴露方面的不平等現象。 該研究審查了整個石油和天然氣生命週期:上游(涉及石油和天然氣的勘探和開採);中游(涉及壓縮、運輸和儲存);下游(涉及轉化為石化產品);以及最終使用(產品達到其最終使用階段)。 研究發現,美洲原住民和西班牙裔人口受上游和中游階段空氣污染的影響最大,而黑人和亞洲人口則受下游和最終使用階段的影響最大。研究人員還發現,美國每年有10,350例早產和216,000例新增兒童哮喘病例可歸因於石油和天然氣造成的空氣污染,同時還有1,610例終身癌症。 雖然下游活動造成的污染少於上游和最終使用活動,但它們卻導致了更大的負面健康影響,其中黑人社區面臨最嚴重的健康後果——包括過早死亡、早產和兒童哮喘。這些影響主要發生在主要煉油活動所在地,例如德州東部和路易斯安那州南部。 研究人員使用空氣污染模型來確定污染物濃度,並將這些資訊應用於流行病學模型以估計嚴重健康後果的數量。他們使用了2017年的數據,這是可用的最新完整數據,並估計這些發現可能趨於保守,因為自那以後美國的石油和天然氣產量已。 該研究的資深作者,University College London(倫敦大學學院)大氣化學與空氣品質教授Eloise Marais表示,這些發現證實了社區長期以來已知的事實。「我們並非坐在學術象牙塔裡告訴這些社區他們正經歷著不利的健康後果。他們早就知道這一點,並且正在採取措施來解決它。」Marais說道。「我們的研究旨在確保我們能夠提供關於影響規模的嚴謹證據,希望能被社區領袖、倡導團體和政策制定者採納……以便更詳細地準確識別這些差異的發生地點,並制定非常明確的行動計劃來解決這些問題。」 研究人員表示,解決方案很明確。雖然釋放到大氣中的溫室氣體可以持續多年,但一旦空氣污染減少,健康益處幾乎是立竿見影的。「這項研究讓我們對公共衛生可能獲得的益處有了非常清晰的認識,如果我們減少對石油和天然氣的依賴,這些益處將是相當即時的。」Marais說。「我們將立即看到空氣品質和健康的改善,並且將減輕大部分健康負擔上的差異。」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。

Graphene Manufacturing Group Ltd. Announces Upsize of Bought Deal Public Offering for Gross Proceeds of C$6 Million

Brisbane, Queensland, Australia--(ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com - August 21, 2025) - Graphene Manufacturing Group Ltd. (TSXV: GMG) (OTCQX: GMGMF) ("GMG" or the "Company") is pleased to announce that as a result of strong investor demand, the Company has increased the size of its previously announced "bought deal" public offering (the "Underwritten Offering") from gross proceeds of approximately C$5,000,000 to gross proceeds of approximately C$6,000,000. Pursuant to the upsized Underwritten Offering, Red Cloud Securities Inc. ("Red Cloud"), as sole underwriter and bookrunner, has agreed to purchase for resale 6,666,667 units of the Company (each, a "Unit") at a price of C$0.90 per Unit (the "Offering Price").Each Unit will consist of one common share of the Company (each, a "Unit Share") and one common share purchase warrant (each, a "Warrant"). Each Warrant shall entitle the holder to purchase one common share of the Company (each, a "Warrant Share") at a price of C$1.35 at any time on or before that date which is 36 months after the Closing Date (as herein defined).The Company has granted to the Underwriter an option (the "Over-Allotment Option", and together with the Underwritten Offering, the "Offering"), exercisable, in whole or in part, at any time for a period of up to 30 days after and including the Closing Date, to purchase for resale the number of additional Units equal to up to 15% of the number of Units sold pursuant to the Underwritten Offering at the Offering Price to cover over allotments, if any, and for market stabilization purposes.The net proceeds from the Offering will be used by the Company to fund ongoing operations including, but not limited to, commercial development, product development and working capital. In connection with the Offering, the Company intends to file a prospectus supplement (the "Supplement") to the Company's final short form base shelf prospectus dated March 7, 2025 (the "Shelf Prospectus"), with the securities regulatory authorities in each of the provinces and territories of Canada, except Quebec. The Units may also be sold in the United States on a private placement basis pursuant to one or more exemptions from the registration requirements of the United States Securities Act of 1933, as amended (the "U.S. Securities Act") and in such other jurisdictions outside of Canada and the United States, in each case in accordance with all applicable laws provided that no prospectus, registration statement or similar document is required to be filed in such jurisdiction, and provided the issuance of the Units (including the underlying securities) is permitted under laws applicable to the Company (including the Australian Corporations Act 2001 (Cth).Copies of the Shelf Prospectus and the Supplement to be filed in connection with the Offering, can be found on SEDAR+ at www.sedarplus.ca. The Shelf Prospectus contains, and the Supplement will contain, important detailed information about the Company and the Offering. Prospective investors should read the Supplement, the Shelf Prospectus and the other documents the Company has filed on SEDAR+ at www.sedarplus.ca before making an investment decision.The Offering is expected to close on or about September 3, 2025 (the "Closing Date"), or on such date as agreed upon between the Company and Red Cloud. The closing of the Offering is subject to the Company receiving all necessary regulatory approvals, including the approval of the TSX Venture Exchange to list, on the Closing Date, the common shares of the Company issuable from the sale of Units as well as upon the exercise of the Warrants.This press release is not an offer to sell or the solicitation of an offer to buy the securities in the United States or in any jurisdiction in which such offer, solicitation or sale would be unlawful prior to qualification or registration under the securities laws of such jurisdiction. The securities being offered have not been, nor will they be, registered under the U.S. Securities Act, and such securities may not be offered or sold within the United States or to, or for the account or benefit of, U.S. persons absent registration or an applicable exemption from U.S. registration requirements and applicable U.S. state securities laws.About GMGGMG is an Australian-based clean-technology company, which develops, makes and sells energy saving and energy storage solutions, enabled by graphene manufactured via in-house production process. GMG uses its own proprietary production process to decompose natural gas (i.e. methane) into its natural elements, carbon (as graphene), hydrogen and some residual hydrocarbon gases. This process produces high quality, low-cost, scalable, 'tuneable' and low/no contaminant graphene suitable for use in clean technology and other applications.The Company's present focus is to de-risk and develop commercial scale-up capabilities, and secure market applications. In the energy savings segment, GMG has initially focused on graphene enhanced heating, ventilation and air conditioning ("HVAC-R") coating (or energy saving coating), which is now being marketed into other applications, including electronic heat sinks, industrial process plants and data centres. Another product GMG has developed is the graphene lubricant additive focused on saving liquid fuels initially for diesel engines.In the energy storage segment, GMG and the University of Queensland are working collaboratively with financial support from the Australian Government to progress R&D and commercialization of graphene aluminium-ion batteries ("G+AI Batteries"). GMG has also developed a graphene additive slurry that is aimed to improve the performance of lithium ion batteries.GMG's 4 critical business objectives are:Produce Graphene and Improve/Scale Cell Production ProcessesBuild Revenue from Energy Savings ProductsDevelop Next-Generation BatteryDevelop Supply Chain, Partners & Project Execution CapabilityFor further information please contact:Craig Nicol, Chief Executive Officer & Managing Director of the Company at craig.nicol@graphenemg.com, +61 415 445 223Leo Karabelas at Focus Communications Investor Relations, leo@fcir.ca, +1 647 689 6041Neither the TSX Venture Exchange nor its Regulation Services Provider (as that term is defined in the policies of the TSX Venture Exchange) accept responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this news release.Cautionary Note Regarding Forward-Looking StatementsThis news release includes certain statements and information that may constitute forward-looking information within the meaning of applicable Canadian securities laws. Forward-looking statements relate to future events or future performance and reflect the expectations or beliefs of management of the Company regarding future events. Generally, forward-looking statements and information can be identified by the use of forward-looking terminology such as "intends", "expects" or "anticipates", or variations of such words and phrases or statements that certain actions, events or results "may", "could", "should", "would" or will "potentially" or "likely" occur. This information and these statements, referred to herein as "forward‐looking statements", are not historical facts, are made as of the date of this news release and include without limitation, statements regarding the expected size and terms of the Offering, the anticipated timing of closing the Offering, the ability of the Company to satisfy all conditions to closing the Offering, and the expected use of proceeds from the Offering.Such forward-looking statements are based on a number of assumptions of management, including, without limitation, expectations and assumptions concerning the business objectives of the Company; the Company's ability to carry out current planned capital projects, research and development, manufacturing, production, sales and marketing programs for its graphene and graphene-enhanced products and solutions; that the Company will receive the necessary regulatory approvals for the Offering; use the proceeds from the Offering as anticipated; the Company's performance and general business and economic conditions.Additionally, forward-looking information involves a variety of known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors which may cause the actual plans, intentions, activities, results, performance or achievements of GMG to be materially different from any future plans, intentions, activities, results, performance or achievements expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements. Such risks include, without limitation: the risk that the Company is not able to use the proceeds from the Offering as anticipated by management; the risk that the Company does not receive the requisite regulatory approvals for the Offering; overall economic conditions; technical de-risking and market acceptance for the Company's products and solutions; the introduction of competing technologies or products; stock market volatility; environmental and regulatory requirements; competitive pressures; change in market conditions and other factors that may cause the actual results, performance or achievements of the Company to differ materially from those expressed or implied in these forward-looking statements; the volatility of global capital markets; political instability; the failure of the Company to obtain regulatory approvals, attract and retain skilled personnel; unexpected development and production challenges; unanticipated costs and the risk factors set out under the heading "Risk Factors" in the Company's annual information form dated October 3, 2024 available for review on the Company's profile at www.sedarplus.ca.Although management of the Company has attempted to identify important factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those contained in forward-looking statements or forward-looking information, there may be other factors that cause results not to be as anticipated, estimated or intended. There can be no assurance that such statements will prove to be accurate, as actual results and future events could differ materially from those anticipated in such statements. Accordingly, readers should not place undue reliance on forward-looking statements and forward-looking information. Readers are cautioned that reliance on such information may not be appropriate for other purposes. The Company does not undertake to update any forward-looking statement, forward-looking information or financial outlook that are incorporated by reference herein, except in accordance with applicable securities laws.NOT FOR DISTRIBUTION TO THE U.S. NEWSWIRE OR FOR DISSEMINATION IN THE UNITED STATESTo view the source version of this press release, please visit https://www.newsfilecorp.com/release/263313 Copyright 2025 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.

CaoCao Inc. (2643.HK) Added to Hang Seng Composite Index, Set to Join Hong Kong Stock Connect on Sept 8

HONG KONG, Aug 22, 2025 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - On August 22, CaoCao Inc. (‘CaoCao’ or ‘Company’, stock code: 2643.HK,) was selected to be added to the Hang Seng Composite Index as a constituent stock, with the change taking effect on September 8, 2025. The adjustment, which follows the semi-annual review results as of June 30, 2025, reflects capital market’s high recognition of CaoCao Inc.’s industry standing and growth potential. It is widely anticipated that the company will become eligible for inclusion in the Hong Kong Stock Connect on the same date, thereby broadening its investor base and attracting additional capital from Mainland China.As a key screening criterion for inclusion in the Hong Kong Stock Connect, constituents of the Hang Seng Composite Index must meet stringent requirements in market capitalization, liquidity, and representativeness. Since its listing on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange on June 25 in 2025, CaoCao Inc. has seen a continuous rise in its share price. By the end of the review period, its market capitalization far exceeded the inclusion threshold for the Hang Seng Composite Index (institution estimates place the threshold for this adjustment at approximately HKD 7.33 billion), while its trading activity also met the requirements. The company’s unique “purpose-built vehicles + asset-light expansion” model and its early strategic deployment in the Robotaxi sector have injected new economic dynamism into the index.CaoCao Inc. is a shared mobility platform incubated by Geely. The company has become China’s second-largest ride hailing platform by 2024 Gross Transaction Value (GTV) and the largest listed mobility technology company on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange. Leveraging Geely’s ecosystem, CaoCao Inc. has introduced all-electric vehicle models specifically designed for shared mobility scenarios. The Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) of these purpose-built vehicles is 36.4% lower than that of typical electric vehicles. The company has deployed 34,000 purpose-built vehicles across 31 major cities, representing the largest fleet of its kind.In 2024, CaoCao Inc. achieved an annual GTV of approximately RMB 17 billion, with its service network covering 136 cities nationwide. By selling purpose-built vehicles to local mobility capacity partners, it successfully expanded into 85 new cities and incentivized these partners to provide services through its platform. The company’s growing economies of scale contributed to an increase in its gross profit margin to 8.1% in 2024, reflecting continued improvement in profitability.In February 2025, CaoCao Inc. launched its autonomous driving platform, “CaoCao Zhixing,” initiating pilot operations in Suzhou and Hangzhou. In collaboration with Geely, the company is developing L4-level Robotaxi purpose-built vehicles, which are expected to have a significantly lower TCO than comparable products in the industry. According to forecasts by Frost & Sullivan, China’s Robotaxi market is projected to grow to RMB 1,600 billion by 2035. CaoCao Inc. has established China’s first self-developed closed-loop ecosystem for Robotaxi, integrating purpose-built vehicles, autonomous driving technology, and a mobility platform. With this full industrial chain advantage, its Robotaxi business is poised to become a new growth engine for the company.A number of leading financial institutions—including J.P. Morgan, Huatai Securities, and Shenwan Hongyuan Securities—previously projected that CaoCao Inc. is expected to be included in the Hong Kong Stock Connect on September 8, enabling mainland investors to directly invest in the company through the Shanghai-Shenzhen-Hong Kong Stock Connect mechanism. More recently, Zheshang Securities also initiated coverage with a “Buy” rating and set a target price of HK$103.17. Analysts believe that the anticipated inclusion into the Stock Connect, coupled with accelerating commercialization of Robotaxi services, is likely to unlock further medium- to long-term valuation upside. In addition, passive funds tracking the index adjustment are expected to carry out concentrated buying during the tail end of the trading session on September 5, which may contribute to noticeable volume growth and upward momentum in CaoCao Inc.’s share price. Copyright 2025 JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.

CITIC Resources Deepens Dual Driver Development Strategy of “Investment + Trading”

HONG KONG, Aug 22, 2025 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - CITIC Resources Holdings Limited (hereinafter referred to as the CITIC Resources or the Company, or the Group when its subsidiaries are included; Stock Code: 1205.HK) has been steadfastly executing its dual driver development strategy of “investment + trading” for the six months ended 30 June 2025 (the "Period"). Despite the continued decline in commodity prices and severe operating pressure in the energy industry, the Group has continued to demonstrate strong operational resilience. In the future, the Group will continue to deepen its dual driver development model, fully expand its oil and gas trading business, and focus on investing in the aluminum product industry chain to enhance corporate value across all dimensions.The Group actively responded to the adverse impact of commodity price fluctuations and deployed a number of corresponding measures. For the oil and gas business, various measures were carried out in an in-depth manner to increase reserves and production, grow revenue and reduce expenditure, thereby exploring the potential of existing investments, intensifying quality and efficiency improvement, and enhancing enterprise value. For non-oil-and-gas businesses, the Group increased the frequency and depth of participation in project management in line with the principle of “control is essential for subsidiaries, exercising of rights is essential for participating interests”, and urged operators to reduce costs and improve efficiency while providing operational recommendations.During the Period, owing to the steady expansion of the scale of the oil and gas trading business, the Group achieved revenue of approximately HK$9.38 billion, representing a substantial year-on-year increase of approximately 137.9%. Impacted by factors such as the continuous decrease in crude oil and coal prices and the high price of raw material alumina, the profit attributable to ordinary shareholders of the Company amounted to approximatelyHK$0.15 billion (1H2024: approximately HK$0.35 billion). Nonetheless, half of the Group's segments and investments recorded profits for the Period, and the Group continued to maintain a strong financial position with cash and deposits of approximately HK$4.42 billion as at 30 June, 2025 (December 31, 2024: HK$2.03 billion). As at 30 June 2025, the Group’s total assets amounted to approximately HK$15.93 billion and net assets attributable to ordinary shareholders of the Company were approximately HK$7.66 billion, with the debt to asset ratio of approximately 51.0% and return on equity (annualised) of approximately 3.9%. The Group has healthy assets and strong liquidity.Mr. Hao Weibao, Executive Director, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of CITIC Resources, said, “Oil and gas will continue to occupy a key position in the energy mix. Meanwhile, the ongoing industrialisation and urbanisation in developing countries and emerging economies will continue to support the demand for aluminium, and the rapid development of new energy, electric vehicles and high-end equipment manufacturing will further boost the growth of aluminium consumption. The Group will continue its strategy of ‘seeking progress amidst stability’ and unswervingly deepen its dual driver development strategy of ‘investment + trading’. While consolidating the foundation of high-quality development of its existing business, the Group will steadily expand its oil-and-gas trading footprint, focusing on midstream and upstream mining investments with aluminium products as the core, as well as the investments in high-quality oil and gas projects. The Group will continuously strengthen its core competitiveness by comprehensively enhancing the operational efficiency of existing projects, optimising the management of the Company’s shares value and strengthening the risks management and control. The Group will continue to enhance its corporate value and create sustainable and stable investment returns for its shareholders through prudent business strategies and innovative development plans.”For details of the 2025 interim results of CITIC Resources, please refer to the Group's interim results announcement on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange and the Group’s website.About CITIC Resources Holdings Limited (Stock code: 1205.HK)CITIC Resources Holdings Limited has been listed on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange since 1997. Principal activities of CITIC Resources include the exploration, development and production of oil and coal, investments in bauxite mining, alumina refinery, aluminium smelting and oil and gas trading. CITIC Limited is the largest shareholder with about 59.5% interest in CITIC Resources. Copyright 2025 JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com.