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      <title>Slovenian-led team uncovers untouched Maya city</title>
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      <pubDate>Sat, 27 Jun 2026 09:00:00 +0200</pubDate>
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      <description><![CDATA[The jungle of the Calakmul Biosphere Reserve in southern Mexico is considered a treasure trove for archaeologists, with many ancient Maya structures hidden beneath a dense canopy. A Slovenian-led archaeological team has now discovered a previously unknown Maya city there that features a pyramid ...]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The jungle of the Calakmul Biosphere Reserve in southern Mexico is considered a treasure trove for archaeologists, with many ancient Maya structures hidden beneath a dense canopy. A Slovenian-led archaeological team has now discovered a previously unknown Maya city there that features a pyramid temple over thirteen metres high.</p>
<p>The team of Slovenian and Mexican archaeologists has been led by Ivan Šprajc, a Slovenian Maya specialist affiliated with the Research Centre of the Slovenian Academy of Sciences and Arts (ZRC SAZU). He has been leading archaeological research in the Yucatan Peninsula for several decades, and has a number of <a href="/38866/slovenian-archaeologist-discovers-ancient-maya-city">major discoveries</a> to <a href="/36583/slovenian-archaeologist-makes-new-discoveries-about-maya-calendar">his name</a>.</p>
<p>This time around he was at the helm of uncovering a major urban centre that had remained hidden for more than a millennium, ZRC SAZU said.</p>
<p><b>No signs of looting in difficult-to-access city</b></p>
<p>Named Minanbe by researchers, the city spans 15 hectares and contains plazas surrounded by palaces and temples, a 13-metre pyramid, agricultural terraces and a water-management system.</p>
<p>Among the most notable structures, the pyramid displays characteristics of the Rio Bec architectural style, known for finely cut stone masonry, elaborate facades and prominent stairways.</p>
<p>The site dates back to the Late Classic period (600-900 AD), and remarkably, it has remained intact and showed no signs of looting.</p>
<p>It has been protected from looters because of the difficulty of access. After airborne laser scanning (LiDAR) technology revealed hidden structures, another lost Maya city, the archaeologists had to cut a 5-kilometre path through the dense vegetation before reaching the site by all-terrain vehicles and on foot. The name they gave the city reflects this effort, meaning "no path" in Yucatec Maya.</p>
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LiDAR rendering of an ancient Maya city in Mexico uncovered by a Slovenian-led team. Photo: INAH</h6>
<p>"Minanbe truly lies in the middle of exceptionally dense jungle," Šprajc told the Slovenian Press Agency on 24 June. "This is a protected biosphere reserve and national park. We often stumble upon old forest tracks or dirt roads, but this time there were none. We had to carve out the route ourselves."</p>
<p>The project was approved by the Archaeology Council of Mexico's National Institute of Anthropology and History (INAH), which oversees archaeological research and fieldwork in the country.</p>
<p><b>First known Maya site to be uncovered in this area</b></p>
<p>The discovery is particularly significant because it is the first known Maya site to be identified in this part of the Yucatan Peninsula.</p>
<p>Archaeologists also uncovered 14 Maya monuments - stelae and altars arranged along a causeway linking different sections of the city. Several monuments bear hieroglyphic inscriptions and iconographic scenes, suggesting Minanbe served as an important political and religious centre, INAH said.</p>
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<p>One stela, designated Stela 1, depicts a decapitation scene and carries a calendar inscription corresponding to the year 849 AD, providing a key clue for dating when the city was abandoned.</p>
<p>Other monuments portray Maya rulers wearing elaborate feathered headdresses and jewellery. The researchers said one hieroglyphic inscription likely dates back to the end of the 7th century AD and could represent the oldest known written record from the area.</p>
<p>Some altars and stelae appear to have been deliberately damaged or moved after the city's decline, a finding that may point to political or ideological changes that followed the collapse of the settlement, according to INAH.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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      <title>Razer Blade 2026 Laptop Lineup Compared: Blade 14 vs 16 vs 18</title>
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      <pubDate>Fri, 26 Jun 2026 19:11:58 +0200</pubDate>
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      <description><![CDATA[LOS ANGELES, USA - Media OutReach Newswire - 26 June 2026 - Razer Blade laptops have always been engineered for pure performance, and the 2026 lineup brings that into focus more than ever. Each chassis is built on Razer's anodised aluminium unibody and vapor chamber cooling. All three are ...]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[LOS ANGELES, USA - <a href="https://www.media-outreach.com/">Media OutReach Newswire</a> - 26 June 2026 - Razer Blade laptops have always been engineered for pure performance, and the 2026 lineup brings that into focus more than ever. Each chassis is built on Razer's anodised aluminium unibody and vapor chamber cooling. All three are configurable with current-generation NVIDIA GeForce RTX 50 Series GPUs and some of the fastest laptop memory currently shipping, alongside the latest Intel or AMD processors.
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The result is a range built to dominate anything from AAA gaming at 4K to AI workloads and content creation, regardless of which form factor suits you best.
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Choosing the right Razer Blade laptop in 2026 between the Blade 14, Blade 16 and Blade 18 comes down to what kind of gamer, creator or AI developer you are and what you want out of your laptop: portability or maxed out performance.
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<b><b>Quick Answer: The Right Razer Blade For Every Type of User</b>
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<li dir="ltr">Razer Blade 14: The ideal pick if you game anywhere and value portability and battery life above all else. Built for gamers with things to do and places to be.
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<li dir="ltr">Razer Blade 16: A balanced pick. Slim enough to commute with, powerful enough to skip a desktop. Best for gamers and creators who want the most possible performance in a premium but portable gaming laptop.
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<li dir="ltr">Razer Blade 18: The closest a laptop comes to replacing a full gaming tower or AI dev workstation. For hardcore gamers and AI developers who demand breakthrough performance and the best of the best.</li>
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<br> 2026 Razer Blade 14 vs 16 vs 18 Laptop Comparison at a Glance: Specs, Use Cases and More
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<td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">Spec
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<td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">Razer Blade 14 (2026)
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<td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">Razer Blade 16 (2026)
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<td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">Razer Blade 18 (2026)
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<td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">Graphics
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<td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">Up to NVIDIA® GeForce RTX™ 5070 (Up to 115W TGP)
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<td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">Up to NVIDIA® GeForce RTX™ 5090 Laptop GPU, 24GB GDDR7 (Up to 165W TGP)
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<td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">Up to NVIDIA® GeForce RTX™ 5090 Laptop GPU, 24GB GDDR7 (Up to 175W TGP)
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<td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">Processor
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<li dir="ltr">AMD Ryzen™ AI 9 365 Processor (10-Cores /20-Threads, 2 GHz Base/5 GHz Max boost) with Radeon™ 880M Graphics
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<td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">
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<li dir="ltr">AMD Ryzen™ AI 9 365 Processor (10-Cores / 20-Threads, 2 GHz Base/ 5 GHz Max boost) with Radeon™ 880M Graphics
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<li dir="ltr">Intel® Core™ Ultra 9 Processor 386H 2.1 GHz (18 MB Cache, up to 4.9 GHz, 16 cores, 16 Threads); Intel® NPU up to 50TOPS
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<td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">
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<li dir="ltr">Intel® Core™ Ultra 9 275HX Processor (24-Cores / 24-Threads, 5.4 GHz Max Turbo) with Intel® Graphics
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<li dir="ltr">Intel® Core™ Ultra 9 Processor 290HX Plus (36 MB Cache, up to 5.5 GHz, 24 cores, 24 Threads); Intel® NPU up to 13TOPS
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<td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">Display
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<td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">
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<li dir="ltr">14-inch QHD+ OLED
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<li dir="ltr">120 Hz
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<li dir="ltr">2880x1800
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<td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">
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<li dir="ltr">16-inch QHD+ OLED
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<li dir="ltr">240 Hz
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<li dir="ltr">2560 x 1600
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<li dir="ltr">18-Inch UHD+ IPS
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<li dir="ltr">240Hz
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<li dir="ltr">3840x2400
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or
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<li dir="ltr">18-Inch FHD+
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<li dir="ltr">440Hz
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<li dir="ltr">1920x1200)
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<td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">Memory
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<td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">Up to 32 GB LPDDR5X 8000 MHz (Soldered)
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<td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">Up to 64 GB LPDDR5X 9600 MHz (Soldered)
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<td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">Up to 128 GB DDR5 6400 MHz (Slotted)
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<td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">Storage
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<td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">Installed
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<li dir="ltr">1 TB SSD (M.2 NVMe PCIe 4.0 x4)
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<td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">Installed
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<li dir="ltr">NVMe, Single Sided, expandable up to 8 TB SSD (M.2 2280)
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Expandable
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<li dir="ltr">2 x M.2 NVMe
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<td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">Installed
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<li dir="ltr">1 TB (1 x 1 TB) PCIe® Gen 4.0 NVMe™ M.2 SSD
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or
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<li dir="ltr">2 TB (1 x 2 TB) PCIe® Gen 4.0 NVMe™ M.2 SSD
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Expandable
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Supports PCIe SSDs, each slot upgradeable to 8 TB SSD (Dual Sided M.2)
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<li dir="ltr">Up to 8 TB PCIe Gen 4
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<li dir="ltr">Up to 4 TB PCIe Gen 5
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<td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">Weight
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<td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">1.63 kg / 3.59 lbs
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<td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">2.14 kg / 4.71 lbs
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<li dir="ltr">3.10 kg / 7.06 lbs
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<li dir="ltr">3.20 kg / 7.06 lbs
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<td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">Dimensions
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<li dir="ltr">15.80 mm ~ 16.20 mm x 224.30 mm x 310.70 mm
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<li dir="ltr">0.62" ~ 0.64" x 8.83" x 12.23"
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<td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">
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<li dir="ltr">14.9 mm ~ 17.4 mm x 250.5 mm x 355 mm
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<li dir="ltr">0.59" ~ 0.69" x 9.86" x 13.98"
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<li dir="ltr">21.99 mm ~ 27.94 mm x 275.4 mm x 399.96 mm
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<li dir="ltr">0.86" ~ 1.1" x 10.84" x 15.74"
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or
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<li dir="ltr">22.79 - 28.7 mm x 399.96 mm x 275.4 mm
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<li dir="ltr">0.86" - 1.1" x 15.74" x 10.84"
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<td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">Battery
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<td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">
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<li dir="ltr">Built-in 72 WHr rechargeable lithium-ion polymer battery with 2-year limited battery warranty
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<li dir="ltr">200W Power Adapter
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<td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">
<ul>
<li dir="ltr">Built-in 90 WHr rechargeable lithium-ion polymer battery
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<li dir="ltr">50% in 30-min, 80% in 48 min.
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</ul>
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<td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">
<ul>
<li dir="ltr">Built-in 99 WHr rechargeable lithium-ion polymer battery
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or
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<li dir="ltr">400 W Power Adapter
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<li dir="ltr">Built-in 99 WHr rechargeable lithium-ion polymer battery
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<li dir="ltr">50% in 30-min, 80% in 48 min.
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<td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">Color
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<li dir="ltr">Black
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<li dir="ltr">Mercury
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<li dir="ltr">Black
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<li dir="ltr">Black
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<td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">Price
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<td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">From US$2,299 - US$2,899
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<td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">From US$2,399 - US$5,599
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<td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">From US$3,499 - US$6999
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<td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">Best For
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<td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">Gamers on the move who want flagship-tier portability and battery life without giving up serious GPU power.
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<td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">Gamers and creators who want flagship performance and a class-leading 240 Hz OLED in a chassis they can still commute with
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<td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">Hardcore gamers, AI developers and pro creators who want desktop-class performance, upgradeable RAM and storage in a portable form factor
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<i>*Spec ranges reflect the highest configurations available at the time of writing. </i><i>Razer</i><i> rotates configurations periodically, so please confirm your exact build before buying</i><i style="font-weight: bold">.</i>
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<b><b>Razer Blade 14: For Gamers on the Move</b> </b>
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The Blade 14 is built for the gamer who refuses to choose between portability and proper gaming performance. Daily commuters, students, frequent travellers and creators who want to work and play from anywhere are the natural fit. If your laptop spends real time in a bag, this is the Blade for you.
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<ul>
<li dir="ltr">Genuine all-day portability: At 1.63kg/3.59 lbs and just 0.62 inch thin, you won't have to remove anything from your bag to carry the Blade 14
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<li dir="ltr">Massive battery life for a svelte gaming laptop: Packing a 72 Wh battery, the Razer Blade 14 is good for a full day of work or play on a single charge.
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<li dir="ltr">Enough power on the move: The RTX 5070 and AMD Ryzen AI 9 365 handle modern AAA titles with ease, plus AI workloads via the 50 TOPS NPU
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<li dir="ltr">Calman Verified OLED display: A 120 Hz refresh rate that's smooth enough for most games, with the colour accuracy creative work demands</li>
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Explore the <a href="https://www.razer.com/gaming-laptops/razer-blade-14">Razer Blade 14</a>.
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<b><b>Razer Blade 16: The Travel-Ready All-Rounder</b> </b>
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The Blade 16 is for the user who wants flagship performance without committing to a desktop replacement form factor. Streamers running OBS alongside competitive titles, creators handling 4K video and AI-accelerated workflows and gamers chasing a true 240 Hz OLED experience on the go all fit the profile. It's the model that gets recommended most often, and the 2026 generation strengthens the case.
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<li dir="ltr">Flagship-class performance: The RTX 5090 hits 160 W TGP and pairs with the AMD Ryzen AI 9 HX 370 to push AAA games and AI workloads past what most desktops achieve at QHD.
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<li dir="ltr">The display that does it all: A 16-inch QHD+ OLED at 240 Hz with VESA TrueBlack 1000 HDR and Calman Verified colour, capable of displaying competitive-gaming levels of framerates and creator-grade colour accuracy at the same time.
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<li dir="ltr">The fastest laptop memory shipping today: Up to 64 GB of LPDDR5X-9600 MHz means dozens of browser tabs, OBS, your game and a Premiere timeline can all stay open without anything stuttering.
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<li dir="ltr">Travel-ready flagship: At 14.9 mm and 2.14kg/4.71 lbs, the Blade 16 fits a regular sleeve, and Thunderbolt 5 plugs it straight into a full desktop setup when you're back at base.
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Explore the <a href="https://www.razer.com/gaming-laptops/razer-blade-16">Razer Blade 16</a>.
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<b><b>Razer Blade 18: Desktop-Class Performance for Power Users</b>
<br> </b>The Blade 18 is built for users who want desktop-class performance without completely trading mobility. The natural audience includes professional creators editing 4K footage, hardcore gamers chasing high frame rates and developers running VMs or AI training jobs. It's the right pick if you'd rather have one machine that handles everything than maintain a desktop and a separate laptop.
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<li dir="ltr">Desktop-grade silicon: A 24-core Intel Core Ultra 9 290HX Plus paired with an RTX 5090 at 175 W TGP runs AI training, 4K rendering and maxed-out AAA gaming without throttling.
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<li dir="ltr">Swap and expand your memory and storage: The only Blade with slotted DDR5 RAM (up to 128 GB) and two M.2 NVMe slots (up to 8 TB), so your Razer Blade can grow with your project files, AI model weights or game library.
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<li dir="ltr">A desktop display in a laptop: The 18-inch dual-mode panel runs UHD+ at 240 Hz for content creation or FHD+ at 440 Hz for competitive gaming.
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<a href="https://www.razer.com/gaming-laptops/razer-blade-18">Explore the Razer Blade 18.</a>
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The 2026 Razer Blade lineup offers three distinct paths: maximum portability with the Blade 14, balanced flagship power with the Blade 16 and desktop-class performance with the Blade 18. Whichever fits your style of play, there's a Blade with your name on it.
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<h4>About Razer</h4>
<p>Razer™ is the world's leading lifestyle brand For Gamers. By Gamers.
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      <pubDate>Fri, 26 Jun 2026 18:31:54 +0200</pubDate>
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      <description><![CDATA[SHANGHAI, CHINA - Media OutReach Newswire - 26 June 2026 - On June 25, 2026, the China Telecom Global Partner Conference convened in Shanghai. Centered on the theme of "OneGrowth 2026: Shared AI Token Era Ahead," the event brought together leading global telcos, key ecosystem partners, and ...]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[SHANGHAI, CHINA - <a href="https://www.media-outreach.com/">Media OutReach Newswire</a> - 26 June 2026 - On June 25, 2026, the China Telecom Global Partner Conference convened in Shanghai. Centered on the theme of "OneGrowth 2026: Shared AI Token Era Ahead," the event brought together leading global telcos, key ecosystem partners, and prominent clients from both domestic and international markets. During the event, the upgraded "OneGrowth Global Cooperation Initiative" was officially launched, and the AI Token Global Service Ecosystem Alliance was inaugurated.
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Liu Ying, Executive Vice President of China Telecom, stated in her speech that China Telecom closely align with the high-quality joint construction of the Belt and Road Initiative, promoting the deep integration of mature domestic technological capabilities with global cloud and network resources, and steadily enhancing its international operational strength. Through continuous cultivation, China Telecom has built an AI Token international operation capability system, consolidating the foundation for expanding the global market and deepening ecosystem cooperation. Based on the new stage of the AI Token era, China Telecom is committed to leveraging Token operations as a bond to share the new global computing network, co-create a new paradigm of AI services, jointly govern the new cross-border compliance order, and collectively embrace the new value of the digital intelligence wave.
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John Hoffman, CEO of the GSMA, delivered a speech highly recognizing the outstanding contributions made by China Telecom in the collaborative growth of the global digital industry. He stated that, relying on its forward-looking deployment of globalized computing power infrastructure, China Telecom has set a practical benchmark for the intelligent digital transformation of the entire industry. GSMA looks forward to continuously deepening its long-term collaboration with China Telecom, uniting all parties to build unified and general Token service industry standards, enabling advanced AI technologies to land in markets globally.
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At the conference, China Telecom Global (CTG) officially launched the AI-powered and upgraded OneGrowth 2026 Global Cooperation Initiative. This upgrade centers on the three core dimensions of capabilities, applications, and cooperation. Leveraging on the AI Token empowerment system, it accelerates the standardization, commercialization, and global promotion of core AI capabilities.
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Looking back at the past year, the key cooperation achievements of the China Telecom OneGrowth blueprint have gradually been put into practice. The "main artery" of the computing power network is smoother, the "2+5+X" global AIDC layout is accelerating, the ALC international submarine cable successfully landed in Hong Kong, and international submarine and terrestrial cables have increased to 185, with a capacity exceeding 304T. The "new engine" of platform capabilities is fully activated; the all-scenario Vision Network platform "OmanEye" officially commenced commercial trial provisioning, the International Seelink Vison Network Platform successfully put into service, and the global traffic platform operation has cumulatively served millions of customers. Four lightweight quantum products, including eSurfing Quantum Secret, took the lead in landing in the Asia-Pacific region. The "experimental field" of industry applications landed at scale; the Satellite Direct-to-PhoneService successfully landed in Hong Kong and Laos, and the global Internet of Vehicles (IoV) "One Card" capability covers more than 230 countries and regions. The "ecosystem" of cloud-intelligence integration continues to prosper, connecting to over 300 mainstream large models via more than 230 global cloud nodes.
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China Telecom comprehensively implementing the corporate strategy "Cloudification, Digital Transformation, and AI for good" and actively promotes Token-based operations, sincerely inviting global partners to activate the infinite potential of AI Tokens jointly defining a brand-new map for the intelligent era with OneGrowth initiative.
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The conference concluded with an awards ceremony. China Telecom presented the OneGrowth Best Innovative Carrier Partner, OneGrowth Best Product Innovative Partner, OneGrowth Best Strategic Partner, and OneGrowth Best Benchmark Partnership to partners who have shown outstanding performance in global cooperation. This accolades recognize partners walking alongside China Telecom, synergizing deeply in industrial layout planning, tackling cutting-edge technologies, and expanding overseas markets, thereby gathering industrial synergy to consolidate the foundation for digital industry development and jointly boosting the global digital intelligent transformation process.
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This conference marks the strategic progression of the OneGrowth Global Cooperation Initiative from ecosystem construction to deep cultivation of sub-tracks. China Telecom will continue to leverage its unique advantages of cloud-network integration and broad cross-border coverage, upholding the core cooperation philosophy of "Co-Creation, Sharing, Co-Governance, and Win-Win." By building a computing power foundation, expanding the cloud-network backbone, innovating the intelligent core, and gathering ecological synergy, it will make AI Tokens the universal value carrier connecting the global intelligent ecosystem, continuously contributing China Telecom's strength to building a smarter, safer, and more inclusive global digital industry ecosystem.
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      <description><![CDATA[An equestrian statue of Rudolf Maister, a WWI general who secured Slovenia's northern border in 1918, has been unveiled at the Park of Military History in Pivka in a high-profile ceremony held on the eve of Statehood Day. The bronze statue has been given a second life after spending decades ...]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>An equestrian statue of Rudolf Maister, a WWI general who secured Slovenia's northern border in 1918, has been unveiled at the Park of Military History in Pivka in a high-profile ceremony held on the eve of Statehood Day.</p>
<p>The bronze statue has been given a second life after spending decades stored away. It was created by sculptor Boštjan Putrih (1947-2008), who in the 1980s advocated the idea that Slovenia needed an equestrian statue representing the nation as a whole.</p>
<p>In the 1990s he made two castings of his Maister statue, and one of them was erected in front of the Defence Ministry building in the capital in 2000, while the other was kept in a depot.</p>
<p>A few years ago it was bought by an initiative co-ordinated by independence-era Prime Minister Lojze Peterle, who decided to give it to the Park of Military History to mark both 35 years of independent Slovenia and the museum's <a href="/47537/from-jets-to-submarines-pivka-military-museum-turns-20">20th anniversary</a>.</p>
<p><b>Maister, the general and Maister, the poet</b></p>
<p>Putrih's statue pays homage to Maister, the general, but it also touches upon his less known, artistic side with the rider depicted in a pose of contemplation.</p>
<p>Maister (1874-1934) was also a poet, having published a couple of poetry collections, and a self-taught painter. He personally knew several of the influential Slovenian artists at the time, including impressionist painter Rihard Jakopič and modernist poet Oton Župančič.</p>
<p>On top of that, he was a proud owner of one of the biggest private libraries in what is present-day Slovenia. The collection is now managed by the University of Maribor Library.</p>
<p><b>Disarming German soldiers and taking control of Maribor</b></p>
<p>Park of Military History director Janko Boštjančič told the statue unveiling ceremony that the monument honours an officer who recognised the weight of the moment and dared to risk everything for the Slovenian nation.</p>
<p>Maister established the first Slovenian army in modern history and took control of a large area around Maribor as the Austro-Hungarian Empire fell apart in 1918.</p>
<p>He set up an army of 4,000 soldiers, disarmed the German Schutzwehr security service, and disbanded the militia of the German city council in Maribor.</p>
<p>The general then occupied Slovenian ethnic territory, establishing the northern border between Austria and Yugoslavia that was later ratified by the Treaty of Saint-Germain, which ended the First World War. The same border runs between Slovenia and Austria to this very day.</p>
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<p>In their addresses at the ceremony on 24 June, Peterle and current Prime Minister Janez Janša stressed the importance of historical memory and patriotism.</p>
<p>Peterle, who led the first multi-party Slovenian government after WWII, drew parallels between Maister's 1918 takeover of Maribor and Slovenia's 1991 independence, saying both were courageous steps taken despite predictions of failure.</p>
<p>Janša, a key independence-era figure who served as defence minister in 1990-1994, said in his keynote that "when we set out on the path to independence 35 years ago, we proved to the world once and for all that preparing to defend freedom and to be masters of our own land is but one of our nation's noblest virtues".</p>
<p>He concluded by paraphrasing former US President Ronald Reagan, saying that without the willingness to fight and preserve collective memory a nation can quickly lose its freedom.</p>
<p>The monument bears a dedication, <i>To Slovenian Soldiers</i>, in a reference to soldiers of past wars as well as members of the Territorial Defence and police who fought in the 1991 independence war.</p>
<p>There are several monuments to Maister in Slovenia, including in Maribor, Kamnik and Ljubljana. Arguably the most well-known is the 1999 equestrian statue by Jakov Brdar standing in front of Ljubljana's main train station.</p>]]></content:encoded>
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      <pubDate>Fri, 26 Jun 2026 14:11:36 +0200</pubDate>
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      <description><![CDATA[HONG KONG SAR - Media OutReach Newswire - 26 June 2026 - More than 380 representatives of global enterprises joined a welcome reception yesterday (June 25) for 413 newly arrived or expanded overseas and Chinese Mainland companies in Hong Kong. During the reception, Invest Hong Kong (InvestHK), ...]]></description>
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Austria-based transport and logistics firm Gebrüder Weiss recently upgraded its Hong Kong office to become regional headquarters in East Asia and Oceania. Its Regional Director East Asia/Oceania, Michael Zankel, said of Hong Kong, "The business environment is great, you have a lot of talent around here to employ. It has always been the gateway to the Chinese Mainland but for us it is more a gateway to Asia."
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Etienne Dubois, Chief Strategy Officer, Unlimitics, which has developed an AI-powered school simulation game designed for neurodivergent children, said Hong Kong is a good place for start-up entrepreneurs like himself. "It is a very good melting pot for talent and opportunities and for growth," he said.
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      <description><![CDATA[HONG KONG SAR - Media OutReach Newswire - 26 June 2026 - HONMA Golf Limited ("HONMA"; together with its subsidiaries, the "Group"; HKEX stock code: 6858), one of the world's most prestigious golf brands, announces its consolidated annual results for the year ended 31 March 2026 (the "Period"). ...]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[HONG KONG SAR - <a href="https://www.media-outreach.com/">Media OutReach Newswire</a> - 26 June 2026 - <b>HONMA Golf Limited</b> ("HONMA"; together with its subsidiaries, the "Group"; HKEX stock code: 6858), one of the world's most prestigious golf brands, announces its consolidated annual results for the year ended 31 March 2026 (the "Period").
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<li>Korea rebounded robustly with a year-on-year sales growth of 55.2%, resulting from continued investment in HONMA's brand and product awareness in the country and success with both retail and wholesale channels in the country.</li>
<li>Revenue from golf clubs, accounting for 70.7% of total revenue, reported a solid year-on-year growth of 4.5%. Golf ball sales grew by 12.2%, on the back of solid recovery in Japan, Korea and China (including Hong Kong and Macau), which markets grew by 5.1%, 4.8% and 87.3% respectively.</li>
<li>Full year net profit increased to JPY1,119.8 million (equivalent to USD7.4 million), up from a loss of JPY264.2 million for the year ended 31 March 2025.</li>
<li>Net operating cash flow remained positive at JPY1,109.3 million (equivalent to USD7.4 million) and net gearing reduced to 21.4%, down from 23.5% as at March 31, 2025.</li>
<li>Continuously delivering working capital efficiency with inventory turnover days improved significantly from 315 to 251.</li>
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HONMA launched a number of products in the twelve months' period ended March 31, 2026. These products symbolized the highest level of Japanese craftsmanship and HONMA's signature aesthetics and performance features and have in turn received positive feedback and acceptance from its customers and end consumers. In addition, the Company incorporated several proprietary, cutting-edge technologies into the design and development of its latest BERES and TOUR WORLD series, targeting affluent and avid golfers. As a result, revenue from BERES golf clubs rose by 3.9% and from country specific golf clubs surged by 41.5%, reconfirming HONMA's strong brand equity and its resilience amid economic headwinds.
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During the Period, the Group continued to optimise its distribution network in Asia, gradually shifting towards a more balanced channel mix and customers who are capable of delivering sustainable and profitable sales growth in their respective markets. While revenue from self-operated stores decreased by 6.2% due to strong headwinds in Japan, sales from third-party channels increased by 12.3% year on year, benefiting from ongoing channel optimisation in its key markets.
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HONMA implemented a series of marketing initiatives to strengthen its global brand positioning, brand awareness, to expand reach and to deepen engagement with its target consumers. To reposition the brand as a dynamic, relevant, and premium golf lifestyle offering for digitally savvy younger golfers, the Group has continued to enhance its global website and social media presence through the delivery of regular, high-quality visual content, supporting increased brand awareness and product appeal.
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Supported by a full-channel strategy and increased investment in digital marketing, the Group recorded consistent enhancements in organic traffic and conversion rates during the Period, with certain markets achieving double-digit monthly growth. HONMA's e-commerce sales recorded a year-on-year growth of 13.1% and 18.1% in Chinese Mainland and North America market.
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Looking ahead, HONMA will continue to advance its long-term growth strategy, with the ambition of establishing itself as a leading global golf lifestyle brand. This strategic direction builds on the Group's strong heritage, expanding distribution footprint, advanced technologies, and renowned Japanese craftsmanship. Key priorities include enhancing and revitalizing brand value to deepen customer loyalty, reinforcing leadership in the super-premium segment, and accelerating growth in the fast-expanding premium-performance category. HONMA also aims to drive sustainable expansion in North America and Europe through a more refined product offering and optimized distribution strategy, while broadening its portfolio of complementary non-club products to deliver a more holistic golf lifestyle experience. At the same time, the Group will continue to prioritize innovation and product development to remain aligned with evolving market dynamics and shifting consumer preferences.
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<b>Mr. LIU Jianguo, Chairman of the Board, President, and Executive Director of HONMA Golf Limited</b>, said: "Despite ongoing operating challenges and business uncertainties, HONMA delivered resilient results, underpinned by solid margin performance and continued progress in its direct-to-consumer strategy. Through a disciplined focus on premium positioning, enhanced digital engagement, and an optimized distribution footprint, we have established a robust platform for sustainable long-term growth and remain committed to delivering value for our stakeholders."
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<h4>About HONMA Golf Limited</h4>
<p>HONMA is one of the most prestigious and iconic brands in the golfing industry. Founded in 1959, HONMA combines the latest innovative technologies with traditional Japanese craftsmanship to offer golfers around the world premium, high-tech, and high-performance golf clubs, balls, apparel, and accessories.
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As the only vertically integrated golf company with extensive in-house design, development, and manufacturing capabilities, as well as a broad retail footprint in Asia, HONMA is perfectly positioned to continuously grow its business in Asia and beyond, benefitting from the return of golfers in mature golf markets such as the US and Japan, and from increased participation in emerging markets such as Korea and China.
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In recent years, HONMA has actively undertaken brand and marketing campaigns with the goal of redefining the HONMA brand as a dynamic, relevant, and premium golf lifestyle brand among today's golfers. HONMA maintains a team of young professional players from Asia who are considered rising stars or upcoming challengers in the golf industry. HONMA has also collaborated extensively with coaches and key opinion leaders in major Asian markets and made significant investments in its retail distribution network and digital capabilities in Japan and China to unify and elevate the consumer experience and purchase journey for its loyal consumers and the younger golfing community.
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The Four Treasures of the Study-brush, ink, paper, and inkstone-are an essential part of China's traditional writing culture. Among them, Xuan paper serves as a key material medium, long used in calligraphy and Chinese painting. Unlike the static presentation typical of traditional craft-themed works, this drama transforms Xuan paper from a "craft object" into a "narrative vehicle," allowing complex processes such as papermaking, sheet lifting, drying, and cutting to naturally unfold within character-driven stories and everyday settings. In doing so, audiences are able to perceive the tangible warmth and contemporary expression of an intangible cultural heritage practice as the plot progresses.
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Xuan paper is not merely a material; it represents a centuries-old Eastern way of writing and cultural expression. Starting from this point, the series extends its perspective into a broader cultural context: the relationship between people and craftsmanship, the dialogue between tradition and modernity, and the evolving pathways through which manual skills persist within today's industrial landscape.
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In its narrative approach, the work brings together interactions between a younger generation and master artisans, making "inheritance" no longer an abstract concept, but a series of real choices and actions. In this way, intangible cultural heritage enters contemporary discourse in a more immersive and relatable form.
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In recent years, Chinese intangible cultural heritage represented by Xuan paper has been increasingly entering the global field of vision through multiple channels.
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On one hand, through state-level media and international communication platforms, content related to intangible cultural heritage continues to be integrated into multilingual dissemination systems, building broader baseline awareness. On the other hand, with the development of streaming media and digital platforms, more and more film and television works rooted in traditional Chinese culture are reaching overseas audiences in lighter, more visually driven formats.
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The significance of Zhong Mo Yuan lies not only in telling a story about Xuan paper, but also in its alignment with current trends in intangible cultural heritage communication: culture is no longer simply displayed-it is experienced, understood, and re-created.
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Alongside the dissemination and circulation of related visual content, Jing County in Anhui Province, a key origin of Xuan paper culture, has gradually entered the view of international cultural and artistic audiences. Relying on its well-preserved natural ecological environment, traditional handmade papermaking system, and continuously living cultural transmission, the region has been steadily improving a hybrid spatial structure that integrates heritage exhibition, craft experience, and cultural participation. This allows traditional craftsmanship to sustain its vitality through contemporary expression. When visual narratives connect with real-world sites and cultural spaces, intangible cultural heritage is no longer confined to museum-style presentation, but increasingly becomes a cultural resource that can enter everyday life and international exchange contexts.
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<b><b>Conclusion: A World Expressed Through a Single Sheet of Paper</b></b>
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Starting from a single sheet of Xuan paper, traditional Chinese craftsmanship is being seen, understood, and gradually integrated into a broader global cultural communication system in a more contemporary form.
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HONG KONG SAR - <a href="https://www.media-outreach.com/">Media OutReach Newswire</a> - 26 June 2026 - Co-organised by the <b>Hong Kong Productivity Council (HKPC)</b>, with support of the Commerce and Economic Development Bureau (CEDB), and in partnership with the Trade and Industry Department (TID), the inaugural <b>"E-commerce Innovation Expo 2026" (Expo)</b> officially opened yesterday at the HKPC Building. The two-day Expo brings together tech innovation, brand and IP licensing, global platform support, and market expansion strategies, assisting small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in mastering the keys to expanding overseas through e-commerce. The opening ceremony was officiated by <b>Mr Algernon YAU Ying-wah, JP, Secretary for Commerce and Economic Development</b>; <b>Mr Aaron LIU Kong Cheung, JP, Director-General of Trade and Industry</b>; <b>Mr Emil YU Chen-on, BBS, JP Deputy Chairman of HKPC</b>; and <b>Mr Mohamed Din BUTT, MH, Executive Director of HKPC</b>. As its first edition, the Expo has registered with nearly 7,000 pax, reflecting the industry's keen demand for e-commerce technology information and services.
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With Hang Seng Bank as the Diamond Partner and strong support from over 250 supporting organisations, the Expo brings together <b>over 90 exhibitors</b> across<b> five thematic exhibition zones</b>, including <b>Cross-border E-commerce Experience, New Retail Tech Application, Brand x IP Value-added</b>, <b>Smart Operations</b>, and <b>E-commerce Go-Global Support</b>. Gathering e-commerce platforms, technology and business service providers, IP licensors, and Government funding booths, the Expo targets the four keys to going global, namely platform selection, brand building, smart operations, and global expansion. It provides a one-stop platform that assists SMEs from strategic planning to practical deployment, empowering brands to achieve borderless market expansion through e-commerce.
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<b>Mr Emil YU Chen-on, BBS, JP, Deputy Chairman of HKPC</b>, remarked in his opening address that as a staunch supporter of SMEs, HKPC has always provided comprehensive, tailored support to address SMEs' challenges, bridging policy resources with practical business needs to guide SMEs step by step from strategic formulation to execution. We hope this Expo will enhance the resilience and competitiveness of SMEs, speeding up local brands' integration into the global digital economy. HKPC and its 'SME ReachOut' team will continue to provide timely and practical support for all SMEs.
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<b>Mr Algernon YAU Ying-wah, JP, the Secretary for Commerce and Economic Development</b>, stated in his address that the Government has always attached great importance to the development potential of e-commerce and actively encourages local enterprises to seize digital economy opportunities and utilise e-commerce to explore diversified markets, thereby enhancing the competitiveness of Hong Kong's external trade and injecting new impetus into economic growth. As an international trade centre and business hub, Hong Kong plays a vital bridging role in connecting Chinese Mainland with the foreign countries. The Government encourages SMEs to proactively capture these emerging opportunities, leveraging Hong Kong's global advantages to expand overseas and elevate the international competitiveness of local brands and products.
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Mr Yau also thanked HKPC "SME ReachOut" for its efforts, and noted that since 2020 and up to the end of May 2026, SME ReachOut had handled nearly 40,000 SME enquiries, organised or participated in 16 exhibitions and 75 seminars and workshops, and conducted more than 350 outreach activities, visiting various chambers of commerce, industrial and commercial buildings, and co-working spaces under the support of the Government.
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<b><u>Gathering Major E-commerce and AI Technology Service Providers to Support SMEs Going Global Digitally</u></b>
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The Expo features a multitude of e-commerce and AI technology service exhibitors, offering all-round support to SMEs spanning e-commerce, AI technology, brand development, and going global. Alongside Hang Seng Bank, which provides professional cross-border payment solutions to address the collection and payment challenges faced by SMEs going global, the Expo's exhibitor lineup brought together a wide range of representative organisations from across the industry. Highlights included Innocorn and Auki Labs, technology companies specialising in AI solutions and scenario-based applications for cross-border e-commerce; Lazada, a leading e-commerce platform in Southeast Asia; the Shenzhen Cross-Border E-Commerce Association, which connects domestic and international e-commerce resources; as well as the Hong Kong Brand Toy Association (HKBTA) and SHIBAINC, both of which have successfully expanded globally through strong IP-driven strategies.
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Exhibitors widely expressed that the Expo effectively integrated resources across the industry chain, creating an efficient platform for networking and business matchmaking. This enabled SMEs to leverage cross-border e-commerce and emerging AI technologies to overcome development bottlenecks and explore new overseas markets. Please refer to Appendix I for detailed exhibitor information.
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<b>Over 10 thematic seminars</b> covering core e-commerce topics, including cross-border e-commerce, new retail technology, brand x IP value-adding, smart operations, and go-global strategies are hosted during the Expo. <b>Over 10 workshops and live showcases</b> are also available, offering expert insights, success stories, practical examples, innovative solutions, instant consultations, and business matching opportunities to help SMEs develop effective plans for going global. In addition, a dedicated Government Funding Zone is set up to guide SME on Government funding to accelerate their upgrade and expansion, reduce costs, enhance competitiveness, and expand into new markets.
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The event was also honoured to receive generous support from different organisations, including Alibaba.com Hong Kong Limited, United Technologies (Int'l) Limited, Tradelink Electronic Commerce Limited, Achiever Technology Limited, and Nextguard Technology Limited. HKPC cordially invites all SMEs to register and participate in this free Expo, leveraging the rich cross-border e-commerce information, Government funding information, one on one expert consultations, and practical case study sharing to enhance business resilience and competitiveness through e-commerce. SME representatives are welcome to visit in person to experience the related latest technology applications and Government funding solutions of cross-border e-commerce to capture opportunities for brand and market expansion.
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<td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">Delivers Fintech and cross-border e-commerce payment solutions, enabling SMEs to break through geographical payment restrictions and expand their business in overseas markets.
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<td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">A 5A-level industry organisation and a leading benchmark in Shenzhen's cross-border e-commerce sector, providing full-chain services encompassing intellectual property protection, compliance, and resource matchmaking for members and industrial clusters. It forms a global cross-border e-commerce ecosystem hub to promote the international expansion of Chinese brands and the high-quality development of cross-border e-commerce.
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<td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">The Southeast Asia's flagship e-commerce platform, delivering a superior and secure online shopping experience for consumers through trusted payment channels like Lazada Wallet, combined with the region's most extensive logistics network.
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<td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">Focusing on Hong Kong brand toys, the association promotes brand IP figures to the world through cross-border e-commerce, facilitating collaborations between toy IPs and various overseas fashion and apparel brands to secure market expansion opportunities and enhance product value.
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<td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">A homegrown Hong Kong IP that has collaborated with numerous renowned brands, including Watsons, Del Monte, SONY, VIVO, Circle K, MTR Malls, and Octopus Cards Limited.
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<h4>About Hong Kong Productivity Council</h4>
<p>The Hong Kong Productivity Council (HKPC) is a statutory body established in 1967, dedicated to enhancing the productivity and competitiveness of Hong Kong enterprises through world-class applied R&amp;D, innovative technology services, and integrated manufacturing solutions. As a market-oriented, international R&amp;D organisation, HKPC leverages its deep expertise and extensive industry experience inkey areas such as AI, advanced manufacturing, life and health technology, green technology and new energy to drive new industrialisation and support the growth of emerging and future industries.
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HKPC focuses on addressing businesses challenges and industrial technology needs, promoting the full integration between technological and industrial innovation. Through technology transfer, product innovation, intellectual property protection and commercialisation of R&amp;D outcomes, the Council fosters collaboration with the local business community as well as top global R&amp;D institutions, delivering added value to industries and advancing the development of new productive forces. HKPC's world-class R&amp;D achievements have been widely recognised over the years, winning an array of local and overseas accolades, reinforcing Hong Kong's role as an international innovation and technology centre and a smart city.
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To help enterprises capitalise on Hong Kong's strengths in international connectivity to expand into global markets, HKPC offers comprehensive overseas expansion services tailored to critical areas including product development, technology, manufacturing, and management, enabling businesses to successfully go global from Hong Kong.
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HKPC is also committed to providing timely and practical support to SMEs and startups with timely and practical , assisting them in accessing Government funding programmes. Through its FutureSkills training initiatives, HKPC helps both industry and academia stay ahead in latest digital and STEM technologies, nurturing a future-ready talent pool for Hong Kong.
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For more information, please visit HKPC's website: <a href="https://apc01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.hkpc.org%2Fen&amp;data=05%7C02%7Cchrysanthiliu%40hkpc.org%7Cd9d469fef2a84afdddae08dec537d9f4%7C07373b9f47dd4621ad2ce5bbfc8863f2%7C0%7C0%7C639165041030115550%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=VHjZFwfetMp9ePasRePM0jGjlDLqNXHmHfhWbLZ7mSY%3D&amp;reserved=0">www.hkpc.org/en</a>.
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The consensus emerged during the 12th CEIBS Europe Forum, a flagship dialogue held across Paris (22 June) and Brussels (24 June) bringing together policymakers, industry executives, and academics.
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Addressing the forums, former President of the European Council Charles Michel stressed that AI is no longer merely a technological issue, but a matter of "sovereignty, leadership, and power." He identified semiconductors, data infrastructure, and regulatory policy as the core variables shaping future international relations. While acknowledging intensifying global competition, Michel called for "responsible collaboration," noting that Europe's mature approach to corporate governance and data security could confer distinct long-term resilience.
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The events highlighted a clear strategic divergence in global AI: the US leads in frontier investment, China excels in large-scale application and open-source models, while Europe dominates in regulatory frameworks. "The more intense the competition becomes, the more important dialogue and cooperation are," noted CEIBS President Wang Hong, highlighting the need to balance global AI governance.
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Other speakers included Chinese Ambassador to the EU Cai Run and Chinese Minister to France Chen Li.
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Industry panels featuring executives from Siemens, EDF, and leading robotics firms reinforced this pragmatic approach. Across sectors like energy, healthcare, and advanced manufacturing, experts agreed that AI acts as an enabler rather than a replacement for human expertise. However, they cautioned that AI's massive energy demands present a critical challenge-and a prime opportunity for joint Sino-European innovation in grid technology and renewables.
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Concluding the Brussels summit, CEIBS Co-President (European) Frank Bournois encapsulated the sentiment of both cities: "Competition is natural, but insufficient. The real formula we need is unity and trust."
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      <pubDate>Fri, 26 Jun 2026 08:11:04 +0200</pubDate>
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      <description><![CDATA[Partnership supports Singapore SMEs early access to new networking products, preferential support, and bundled connectivity solutions SINGAPORE - Media OutReach Newswire - 26 June 2026 - MyRepublic Broadband Pte Ltd and TP-Link Corporation Pte Ltd yesterday signed a Memorandum of Understanding ...]]></description>
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SINGAPORE - <a href="https://www.media-outreach.com/">Media OutReach Newswire</a> - 26 June 2026 - MyRepublic Broadband Pte Ltd and TP-Link Corporation Pte Ltd yesterday signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to strengthen their partnership in serving Singapore's small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with business connectivity and networking solutions. The signing ceremony took place at Mett Singapore, marking a new phase of collaboration between the telecommunications provider and the global networking hardware leader.
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The MOU formalises a strategic collaboration that brings together coordinated go-to-market efforts and shared commercial commitments, with a shared focus on serving Singapore's SME market.
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As part of the collaboration, TP-Link will provide MyRepublic with early access to new product launches, enabling MyRepublic to introduce the latest networking solutions ahead of other channel partners in Singapore. This gives SMEs earlier exposure to new innovations, along with greater flexibility in how they can combine connectivity and hardware to support their growth.
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The partnership also extends preferential support to MyRepublic across TP-Link's product portfolio, with TP-Link serving as MyRepublic's preferred hardware and networking partner for the Singapore SME segment. This strengthens MyRepublic's ability to deliver more competitive and value-driven business connectivity bundles, ensuring SMEs benefit from high-performing solutions that are better aligned to their evolving needs.
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"SMEs need solutions that can keep pace with how quickly the digital landscape is changing. Our collaboration with TP-Link enables us to introduce new innovations faster and deliver them in ways that are practical and impactful for SMEs," said Lawrence Chan, Managing Director and Chief AI Officer of MyRepublic.
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Through upcoming joint initiatives, both companies will work closely on initiatives to accelerate SME adoption of enterprise-grade connectivity solutions, effectively supporting Singapore SMEs with more integrated offerings and improved access to scalable, reliable connectivity infrastructure.
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The MOU was signed by Lawrence Chan, Managing Director and Chief AI Officer of MyRepublic, and Brian Dong, Vice President and Head of Asia Pacific at TP-Link. The signing was witnessed by Ng Wey Keen, Head of Connectivity at MyRepublic, and Henry Xu, Country Manager, Singapore at TP-Link.
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"We are excited to partner with MyRepublic to deliver smarter, more reliable connectivity solutions for Singapore businesses. By combining MyRepublic's strong market presence with TP-Link's innovative networking technologies, we aim to help SMEs accelerate their digital transformation journey and unlock new opportunities for growth. This partnership reflects our shared commitment to empowering businesses with enterprise-grade solutions that are accessible, scalable, and future-ready," said Brian Dong, Vice President, TP-Link Asia Pacific.
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The signing ceremony was followed by a product sharing session on Omada Fusion, TP-Link's latest business networking platform, giving attendees a first look at the technology that will feature in upcoming joint offerings.
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Hashtag: #MyRepublic #TPLink #SME #SingaporeSME #BusinessConnectivity #NetworkingSolutions #DigitalTransformation #EnterpriseNetworking #BusinessTechnology #SingaporeBusiness #BusinessPartnership
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<h4>MyRepublic Broadband Pte Ltd</h4>
<p>MyRepublic Broadband Pte Ltd is a Singapore-based telecommunications provider delivering high-speed broadband, managed services, and connectivity solutions to consumers and businesses. MyRepublic serves the SME segment with business internet plans, managed IT services, and cybersecurity solutions designed for growing companies. For more information, visit <a href="https://myrepublic.net/sg/business/">https://myrepublic.net/sg/</a>.
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<h4>TP-Link Corporation Pte Ltd</h4>
<p>TP-Link Corporation Pte Ltd is a global provider of networking devices and solutions, serving homes and businesses in over 170 countries. Its business portfolio includes the Omada platform, which delivers cloud-managed networking for enterprises and SMEs. For more information, visit <a href="https://www.tp-link.com/sg/">https://www.tp-link.com/sg/</a>.
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      <link>https://sloveniatimes.com/48104/vinenergo-partners-with-sunasia-energy-to-develop-solar-on-water-projects-integrated-with-aquaculture-in-the-philippines</link>
      <pubDate>Fri, 26 Jun 2026 06:30:57 +0200</pubDate>
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      <content:encoded><![CDATA[HANOI, VIETNAM - <a href="https://www.media-outreach.com/">Media OutReach Newswire</a> - 26 June 2026 - VinEnergo, a member of Vingroup's green ecosystem, and SunAsia Energy Inc., a pioneer in the Philippine solar energy sector, have announced a strategic partnership to develop a portfolio of large-scale renewable energy projects utilizing the Solar on Stilts model. With expected lifetime revenues exceeding USD 1.5B, the projects will drive job creation, catalyze infrastructure investment, and strengthen the Philippines' energy security.
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Between 2027 and 2028, VinEnergo and SunAsia Energy plan to bring three flagship projects into operation, with a combined installed capacity of 422MWp. These are projects located in Macabebe, Pampanga (181 MWp), Sagay (126 MWp) and Silay (115MWp), both in Negros Occidental Province.
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The partnership aims to deliver reliable renewable energy to the national grid, while supporting the Philippines' goals of strengthening energy security, reducing carbon emissions, and promoting local economic development. Once operational, the projects are expected to supply electricity to approximately 278,000 households and reduce carbon emissions by more than 460,000 tons annually, equivalent to planting around 21 million trees.
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Over the next 18 months, VinEnergo will work closely with SunAsia Energy on engineering design and project implementation. This phase will include the selection of engineers, technology providers, and contractors to install nearly 700,000 solar panels mounted on pile structures, as well as approximately 62 kilometers of new transmission lines across Negros and Pampanga.
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The project portfolio will utilize the Solar on Stilts technology, in which solar panels are mounted on pile-supported structures above the water surface, enabling the integration of clean power generation with aquaculture activities. This approach effectively leverages the Philippines' strong potential for combining renewable energy development with agriculture and fisheries, while serving as a model for future sustainable energy projects. It also aligns with VinEnergo's strategy of advancing the Food-Energy-Water Nexus to optimize resource use and create long-term value for communities.
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ING and SGV &amp; Co. acted as exclusive M&amp;A advisors to VinEnergo and SunAsia, respectively.
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<b>Mr. Nguyen Anh Khoa, Chief Executive Officer of VinEnergo,</b> said: <i>"Our partnership with SunAsia Energy on this strategic project portfolio is a clear demonstration of VinEnergo's regional growth ambitions. We are proud to bring forward solutions that combine sustainable energy development with responsible resource utilization. Floating solar not only contributes to addressing energy security challenges, but also provides a valuable opportunity to share Vietnam's development experience in protecting local livelihoods and fostering the parallel growth of the energy and agricultural sectors."</i>
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<b>Ms. Tetchi Capellan, Chief Executive Officer and Chairperson of SunAsia Energy Inc., </b>said: <i>"This partnership is driven by the shared commitment of SunAsia Energy and VinEnergo to strengthen energy security, support economic growth, improve people's lives, and help protect the planet. Through the Floating Solar model, we are not only developing renewable energy infrastructure but also creating a framework where food production and clean energy generation can thrive together."</i>
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The announcement of this strategic partnership comes as the Philippines hosts the ASEAN Summit, underscoring VinEnergo's role in advancing cross-border collaboration to address energy and climate challenges. It also marks an important milestone in VinEnergo's international expansion strategy, while highlighting the capabilities of Vietnamese enterprises in developing pioneering renewable energy models that contribute to ASEAN's and the world's sustainable energy transition goals.
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Hashtag: #VinEnergo #SunAsiaEnergy #SolarOnWater
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<p>The issuer is solely responsible for the content of this announcement.</p>
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<h4>About VinEnergo</h4>
<p>VinEnergo is a leading Vietnamese energy developer focused on investing in and developing large-scale energy projects to accelerate the sustainable energy transition in Vietnam and across the region. With innovation at the core of its strategy, VinEnergo develops projects that deliver positive socio-economic impact while leading the deployment of integrated solutions that combine renewable energy, baseload power, and battery energy storage systems (BESS) to build a greener, more stable, and more reliable energy system.
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<h4>About SunAsia Energy Inc.</h4>
<p>SunAsia Energy Inc. is a Philippine renewable energy developer focused on innovative clean energy and solar solutions, including floating solar, Solar on Water, and other renewable energy projects that support the country's clean energy transition.
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      <title>Results of the IX Digital Asset Industry Classification System ("DAICS®") 1H 2026 Review</title>
      <link>https://sloveniatimes.com/48103/results-of-the-ix-digital-asset-industry-classification-system-daics-1h-2026-review</link>
      <pubDate>Fri, 26 Jun 2026 06:10:53 +0200</pubDate>
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      <description><![CDATA[HONG KONG SAR - Media OutReach Newswire - 26 June 2026 - IX Asia Indexes today announced the 1st Half 2026 Review of the IX Digital Asset Industry Classification System ("DAICS®"), aiming to provide professionals worldwide with a transparent and standardized classification scheme to determine ...]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[HONG KONG SAR - <a href="https://www.media-outreach.com/">Media OutReach Newswire</a> - 26 June 2026 - IX Asia Indexes today announced the 1<sup>st</sup> Half 2026 Review of the IX Digital Asset Industry Classification System ("DAICS<sup>®</sup>"), aiming to provide professionals worldwide with a transparent and standardized classification scheme to determine sector and exposure of particular digital assets. DAICS<sup>®</sup> classifies digital assets into 2 main categories: a) Cryptocurrencies and b) Asset Backed Tokens (ABTs) in a 3-tier system for each category. For Cryptocurrencies: Tier 1-Industry/ Tier 2-Sector/ Tier 3-Sub-sector; and for ABTs: Tier 1-Asset Type/ Tier 2-Branch/ Tier 3-Sub-branch. The results are as follows:
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<li>DAICS<sup>®</sup> coin coverage: As of 31<sup>st</sup> May, the top 50 coins by average market capitalization across the past 90 days</li>
<li>DAICS<sup>®</sup>market capitalization coverage: 97.45%*</li>
<li>The % coverage of market capitalization of the 50th ranked coin: 0.06%**</li>
<li>Member changes within the Top 50 Coins in DAICS<sup>®</sup>: seven coins added and six coins deleted</li>
<li>Additions: Canton (CC), Tether Gold (XAUT), Pax Gold (PAXG), Global Dollar (USDG), Aster (ASTER), Ripple USD (RLUSD), USDD (USDD)</li>
<li>Deletions: Ethena (ENA), Aptos (APT), Worldcoin (WLD), Polygon (POL), Story (IP), Arbitrum (ARB)</li>
<li>7 Green Coins labelled: Internet Computer (ICP), Binance (BNB), Hedera (HBAR), Solana (SOL), Sui (SUI), XRP (XRP), Canton (CC)</li>
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<i> *Special currency treatment of DAICS<b><sup>® </sup></b>applies, where any wrapped or second-level cryptocurrency is not considered in the calculation for the market capitalization of DAICS<sup>®</sup>
<br> **Based on 31<sup>st</sup> May 2026
<br> G: Green Coin</i>
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The rankings of additions and deletions for the DAICS<sup>®</sup> top 50 cryptocurrencies are listed in Appendix 1. All classification changes, including the ixCrypto Infrastructure Index and ixCrypto Stablecoin index, will take effect on 24<sup>th</sup> July 2026, with market capitalization, rankings, and weightings available at <a href="http://www.ix-index.com">www.ix-index.com</a>.
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<b>1. Cryptocurrencies
<br> </b><b>1.1 Structure and Definitions
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<b>Tier 1: Industry Changes</b>
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The industry groups remain unchanged, with 5 industries and the respective weightings as follows:
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<td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top"><b>Weighting (%)</b>
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<td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">Payment (110)
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<td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">77.76%
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<td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">Infrastructure (120)
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<td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">16.60%
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<td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">Financial Services (130)
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<td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">4.31%
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<td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">Tech &amp; Data (140)
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<td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">0.12%
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<td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">Media &amp; Entertainment (150)
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<td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">1.00%
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<td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">ABT - Natural Resources (265)
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<td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">0.21%
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<b>Tier 2: Sector Changes</b>
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The number of sectors remains unchanged at 18.
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<b>
<br> 1.2 Reclassification Changes
</b>
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This review doesn't have any reclassification of the existing coins. The DAICS® 1H 2026 cryptocurrencies classification is available in Appendix 2.
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<b>1.3 Green Coin Label</b>
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This review identifies 7 Green Coins, classified based on their energy-per-unit-transaction, which is defined as the amount of energy consumed for a successful single unit transaction of the coin in the blockchain network. The coins selected rank in the top 15 percentile of the least energy-consuming cryptocurrencies out of the 50 DAICS<sup>®</sup> constituents. The table below lists these low-energy coins.
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<td colspan="2" style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top"><b>Cryptocurrencies</b>
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<td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top"><b>Payment (110)</b>
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<td colspan="2" style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top"><b>XRP<sup>G</sup></b>
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<td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top"><b>Infrastructure (120)</b>
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<td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top"><b>ICP<sup>G</sup></b>
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<b>HBAR<sup>G</sup></b>
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<td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top"><b>SOL<sup>G</sup></b>
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<td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top"><b>Financial Services (130)</b>
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<td colspan="2" style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top"><b>BNB<sup>G</sup></b>
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<td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top"><b>Tech &amp; Data (140)</b>
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<td colspan="2" style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">NIL
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<td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top"><b>Media &amp; Entertainment (150)</b>
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<td colspan="2" style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">NIL
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Note: <b>G</b> as '<b>Green Coin</b>' labelling for cryptocurrencies that adhere to the principles of sustainability
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<b>2. Asset Backed Tokens (ABT)
<br> </b><b>2.1 Structure and Definitions</b>
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<b>
<br> Tier 1: Asset Type Changes
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The asset types remain unchanged at 6 as follows:
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1) Culture (205),
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2) Real Estate (215),
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3) Financials (235),
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4) Entertainment (255),
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5) Natural Resources (265), and
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6) Green Economy (275)
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<b>Tier 2: Branch Changes</b>
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The number of branches remains unchanged at 32.
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<b>2.2 Classification Changes</b>
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This review doesn't have any reclassification of the existing assets.
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<b>2.3 Coverage of DAICS</b><sup style="font-weight: bold">®</sup>
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IX Asia Indexes has classified 2 ABTs in 1H 2026, which are Tether Gold (XAUT) and PAX Gold (PAXG). As of May 31, 2026, ABTs comprised 2.05% of the total market capitalization of digital assets, a rise from 0.91% in the 2025 2H review, which shows that ABT's presence in the market has become more significant.
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With accelerating growth and dominance of stable coins in the past two half yearly reviews, the IX Asia Tokenisation Advisory Committee has decided to expand the coverage to "50 coins + stablecoins within top 50" starting from the next review.
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A classification summary and definition table of both cryptocurrencies and ABTs<sup> </sup>are available in Appendices 3 and 4. For further information regarding the methodology of the DAICS<sup>®</sup>, please refer to the "IX Digital Asset Industry Classification System"- principle and guiding methodology on the company website <a href="https://ix-index.com/daics.html">https://ix-index.com/daics.html</a>.
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<b>Additions and Deletions in DAICS</b><b><sup>® </sup>Top 50 Cryptocurrencies</b>
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<b>Additions</b>
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<td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top;width: 40%" width="40%"><b>Current Rank</b>
<br></td>
<td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top;width: 60%" width="60%"><b> <b>Cryptocurrencies</b>
<br> </b></td>
</tr>
<tr style="margin: 6px;border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left">
<td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top;width: 40%" width="40%">17
<br></td>
<td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top;width: 60%" width="60%">Canton (CC)</td>
</tr>
<tr style="margin: 6px;border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left">
<td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top;width: 40%" width="40%">32
<br></td>
<td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top;width: 60%" width="60%">Tether Gold (XAUT)</td>
</tr>
<tr style="margin: 6px;border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left">
<td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top;width: 40%" width="40%">34
<br></td>
<td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top;width: 60%" width="60%">PAX Gold (PAXG)</td>
</tr>
<tr style="margin: 6px;border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left">
<td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top;width: 40%" width="40%" class="" rowspan="2">35</td>
<td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top;width: 60%" width="60%" class="" rowspan="2">Global Dollar (USDG)</td>
</tr>
<tr style="margin: 6px;border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left"></tr>
<tr style="margin: 6px;border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left">
<td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top;width: 40%" width="40%">43
<br></td>
<td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top;width: 60%" width="60%">Aster (ASTER)</td>
</tr>
<tr style="margin: 6px;border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left">
<td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top;width: 40%" width="40%">44
<br></td>
<td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top;width: 60%" width="60%">Ripple USD (RLUSD)</td>
</tr>
<tr style="margin: 6px;border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left">
<td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top;width: 40%" width="40%">50
<br></td>
<td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top;width: 60%" width="60%">USDD (USDD)</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<br>
<b>Deletions</b>
<br>
<br>
<table style="width: 100%;border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);border-collapse: collapse;overflow: revert">
<tbody>
<tr style="margin: 6px;border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left">
<td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top"><b>Prev. Rank</b>
<br></td>
<td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top"><b>Cryptocurrencies</b></td>
<td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top"><b>Current Rank</b>
<br></td>
</tr>
<tr style="margin: 6px;border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left">
<td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">34
<br></td>
<td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">Ethena (ENA)</td>
<td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">60
<br></td>
</tr>
<tr style="margin: 6px;border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left">
<td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">41
<br></td>
<td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">Aptos (APT)</td>
<td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">65
<br></td>
</tr>
<tr style="margin: 6px;border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left">
<td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">45
<br></td>
<td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">Worldcoin (WLD)</td>
<td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">57
<br></td>
</tr>
<tr style="margin: 6px;border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left">
<td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">47
<br></td>
<td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">Polygon (POL)</td>
<td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">54
<br></td>
</tr>
<tr style="margin: 6px;border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left">
<td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">48
<br></td>
<td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">Story (IP)
<br></td>
<td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">133
<br></td>
</tr>
<tr style="margin: 6px;border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left">
<td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">49
<br></td>
<td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">Arbitrum (ARB)</td>
<td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">68
<br></td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<br>
<b>G: Green Coin</b>
<br>
<br>
<b>Classification of the Top 50 Coins by Industry and Sector</b>
<br>
<br>
<table style="width: 100%;border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);border-collapse: collapse;overflow: revert">
<tbody>
<tr style="margin: 6px;border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left">
<td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top"><b>Category</b>
<br></td>
<td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top"><b>Industry</b>
<br></td>
<td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top"><b>Sector</b>
<br></td>
<td colspan="2" style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top"><b>Cryptocurrencies</b>
<br></td>
</tr>
<tr style="margin: 6px;border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left">
<td rowspan="18" style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top"><b>Cryptocurrencies (1)</b>
<br></td>
<td rowspan="2" style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">Payment:
<br>
<br>
Blockchain based money, designed for transactional purposes. This includes daily transactions usage and stablecoins.
<br></td>
<td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">Transaction &amp; Payment
<br></td>
<td data-border="L" style="border-width: 1px medium 1px 1px;border-style: solid none solid solid;border-color: rgb(0, 0, 0) currentcolor rgb(0, 0, 0) rgb(0, 0, 0);border-image: initial;text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">BTC
<br>
<b>XRP</b><b><sup>G</sup></b>
<br>
BCH
<br>
XMR
<br>
ZEC
<br></td>
<td data-border="R" style="border-width: 1px 1px 1px medium;border-style: solid solid solid none;border-color: rgb(0, 0, 0) rgb(0, 0, 0) rgb(0, 0, 0) currentcolor;border-image: initial;text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">XLM
<br>
LTC
<br>
CRO
<br>
PI
<br></td>
</tr>
<tr style="margin: 6px;border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left">
<td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">Stablecoin
<br></td>
<td data-border="L" style="border-width: 1px medium 1px 1px;border-style: solid none solid solid;border-color: rgb(0, 0, 0) currentcolor rgb(0, 0, 0) rgb(0, 0, 0);border-image: initial;text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">USDT
<br>
USDC
<br>
DAI
<br>
USDE
<br>
WUSD
<br></td>
<td data-border="R" style="border-width: 1px 1px 1px medium;border-style: solid solid solid none;border-color: rgb(0, 0, 0) rgb(0, 0, 0) rgb(0, 0, 0) currentcolor;border-image: initial;text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">PYUSD
<br>
USDG
<br>
RLUSD
<br>
USDD
<br></td>
</tr>
<tr style="margin: 6px;border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left">
<td rowspan="4" style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">Infrastructure:
<br>
<br>
Bedrock blockchain that facilitates the operation of other decentralised applications. This includes the creation and running of dedicated blockchain platforms, achieving interoperability between networks, increasing the amount or speed of transactions etc
<br></td>
<td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">Application Development Protocol &amp; Smart Contract
<br></td>
<td data-border="L" style="border-width: 1px medium 1px 1px;border-style: solid none solid solid;border-color: rgb(0, 0, 0) currentcolor rgb(0, 0, 0) rgb(0, 0, 0);border-image: initial;text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">ETH
<br>
<b>SOL</b><b><sup>G</sup></b>
<br>
TRX
<br>
HYPE
<br>
ADA
<br>
<b>CC</b><b><sup>G</sup></b>
<br>
AVAX
<br></td>
<td data-border="R" style="border-width: 1px 1px 1px medium;border-style: solid solid solid none;border-color: rgb(0, 0, 0) rgb(0, 0, 0) rgb(0, 0, 0) currentcolor;border-image: initial;text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top"><b>HBAR</b><b><sup>G</sup></b>
<br>
TON
<br>
<b>SUI</b><b><sup>G</sup></b>
<br>
NEAR
<br>
ASTER
<br>
<b>ICP</b><b><sup>G</sup></b>
<br>
ETC
<br></td>
</tr>
<tr style="margin: 6px;border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left">
<td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">Interoperability
<br></td>
<td data-border="L" style="border-width: 1px medium 1px 1px;border-style: solid none solid solid;border-color: rgb(0, 0, 0) currentcolor rgb(0, 0, 0) rgb(0, 0, 0);border-image: initial;text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">LINK
<br></td>
<td data-border="R" style="border-width: 1px 1px 1px medium;border-style: solid solid solid none;border-color: rgb(0, 0, 0) rgb(0, 0, 0) rgb(0, 0, 0) currentcolor;border-image: initial;text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">DOT
<br></td>
</tr>
<tr style="margin: 6px;border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left">
<td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">Scaling &amp; Sharding
<br></td>
<td data-border="L" style="border-width: 1px medium 1px 1px;border-style: solid none solid solid;border-color: rgb(0, 0, 0) currentcolor rgb(0, 0, 0) rgb(0, 0, 0);border-image: initial;text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">MNT
<br></td>
<td data-border="R" style="border-width: 1px 1px 1px medium;border-style: solid solid solid none;border-color: rgb(0, 0, 0) rgb(0, 0, 0) rgb(0, 0, 0) currentcolor;border-image: initial;text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">
<br>
</td>
</tr>
<tr style="margin: 6px;border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left">
<td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">Supporting System
<br></td>
<td data-border="L" style="border-width: 1px medium 1px 1px;border-style: solid none solid solid;border-color: rgb(0, 0, 0) currentcolor rgb(0, 0, 0) rgb(0, 0, 0);border-image: initial;text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">NIL
<br></td>
<td data-border="R" style="border-width: 1px 1px 1px medium;border-style: solid solid solid none;border-color: rgb(0, 0, 0) rgb(0, 0, 0) rgb(0, 0, 0) currentcolor;border-image: initial;text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">
<br>
</td>
</tr>
<tr style="margin: 6px;border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left">
<td rowspan="4" style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">Financial services:
<br>
<br>
Tokens that provide on-chain asset management services, crypto-exchange services, funding, lending and other capital markets related services
<br></td>
<td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">Exchange Tokens
<br></td>
<td data-border="L" style="border-width: 1px medium 1px 1px;border-style: solid none solid solid;border-color: rgb(0, 0, 0) currentcolor rgb(0, 0, 0) rgb(0, 0, 0);border-image: initial;text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top"><b>BNB</b><b><sup>G</sup></b>
<br>
LEO
<br>
UNI
<br></td>
<td data-border="R" style="border-width: 1px 1px 1px medium;border-style: solid solid solid none;border-color: rgb(0, 0, 0) rgb(0, 0, 0) rgb(0, 0, 0) currentcolor;border-image: initial;text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">OKN
<br>
BGB
<br>
KCS
<br></td>
</tr>
<tr style="margin: 6px;border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left">
<td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">Lending &amp; Borrowing
<br></td>
<td data-border="L" style="border-width: 1px medium 1px 1px;border-style: solid none solid solid;border-color: rgb(0, 0, 0) currentcolor rgb(0, 0, 0) rgb(0, 0, 0);border-image: initial;text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">AAVE
<br></td>
<td data-border="R" style="border-width: 1px 1px 1px medium;border-style: solid solid solid none;border-color: rgb(0, 0, 0) rgb(0, 0, 0) rgb(0, 0, 0) currentcolor;border-image: initial;text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">
<br>
</td>
</tr>
<tr style="margin: 6px;border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left">
<td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">Staking
<br></td>
<td data-border="L" style="border-width: 1px medium 1px 1px;border-style: solid none solid solid;border-color: rgb(0, 0, 0) currentcolor rgb(0, 0, 0) rgb(0, 0, 0);border-image: initial;text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">NIL
<br></td>
<td data-border="R" style="border-width: 1px 1px 1px medium;border-style: solid solid solid none;border-color: rgb(0, 0, 0) rgb(0, 0, 0) rgb(0, 0, 0) currentcolor;border-image: initial;text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">
<br>
</td>
</tr>
<tr style="margin: 6px;border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left">
<td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">Financial Asset Tokenization<b><sup></sup></b>
<br></td>
<td data-border="L" style="border-width: 1px medium 1px 1px;border-style: solid none solid solid;border-color: rgb(0, 0, 0) currentcolor rgb(0, 0, 0) rgb(0, 0, 0);border-image: initial;text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">ONDO
<br></td>
<td data-border="R" style="border-width: 1px 1px 1px medium;border-style: solid solid solid none;border-color: rgb(0, 0, 0) rgb(0, 0, 0) rgb(0, 0, 0) currentcolor;border-image: initial;text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">
<br>
</td>
</tr>
<tr style="margin: 6px;border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left">
<td rowspan="4" style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">Tech &amp; Data:
<br>
<br>
Provision of data management and storage, and development of innovative crypto technology
<br></td>
<td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">Storage &amp; Sharing
<br></td>
<td data-border="L" style="border-width: 1px medium 1px 1px;border-style: solid none solid solid;border-color: rgb(0, 0, 0) currentcolor rgb(0, 0, 0) rgb(0, 0, 0);border-image: initial;text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">NIL
<br></td>
<td data-border="R" style="border-width: 1px 1px 1px medium;border-style: solid solid solid none;border-color: rgb(0, 0, 0) rgb(0, 0, 0) rgb(0, 0, 0) currentcolor;border-image: initial;text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">
<br>
</td>
</tr>
<tr style="margin: 6px;border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left">
<td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">Data Management
<br></td>
<td data-border="L" style="border-width: 1px medium 1px 1px;border-style: solid none solid solid;border-color: rgb(0, 0, 0) currentcolor rgb(0, 0, 0) rgb(0, 0, 0);border-image: initial;text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">NIL
<br></td>
<td data-border="R" style="border-width: 1px 1px 1px medium;border-style: solid solid solid none;border-color: rgb(0, 0, 0) rgb(0, 0, 0) rgb(0, 0, 0) currentcolor;border-image: initial;text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">
<br>
</td>
</tr>
<tr style="margin: 6px;border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left">
<td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">Artificial Intelligence<b><sup></sup></b>
<br></td>
<td data-border="L" style="border-width: 1px medium 1px 1px;border-style: solid none solid solid;border-color: rgb(0, 0, 0) currentcolor rgb(0, 0, 0) rgb(0, 0, 0);border-image: initial;text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">TAO
<br></td>
<td data-border="R" style="border-width: 1px 1px 1px medium;border-style: solid solid solid none;border-color: rgb(0, 0, 0) rgb(0, 0, 0) rgb(0, 0, 0) currentcolor;border-image: initial;text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">
<br>
</td>
</tr>
<tr style="margin: 6px;border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left">
<td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">Identification<sup></sup>
<br></td>
<td data-border="L" style="border-width: 1px medium 1px 1px;border-style: solid none solid solid;border-color: rgb(0, 0, 0) currentcolor rgb(0, 0, 0) rgb(0, 0, 0);border-image: initial;text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">NIL
<br></td>
<td data-border="R" style="border-width: 1px 1px 1px medium;border-style: solid solid solid none;border-color: rgb(0, 0, 0) rgb(0, 0, 0) rgb(0, 0, 0) currentcolor;border-image: initial;text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">
<br>
</td>
</tr>
<tr style="margin: 6px;border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left">
<td rowspan="4" style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">Media &amp; Entertainment:
<br>
<br>
Recreational and media services. Including content creation and distribution, advertising through crypto-asset incentive mechanisms, gaming and collectibles
<br></td>
<td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">Social Media &amp; Community
<br></td>
<td data-border="L" style="border-width: 1px medium 1px 1px;border-style: solid none solid solid;border-color: rgb(0, 0, 0) currentcolor rgb(0, 0, 0) rgb(0, 0, 0);border-image: initial;text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">DOGE
<br>
SHIB
<br></td>
<td data-border="R" style="border-width: 1px 1px 1px medium;border-style: solid solid solid none;border-color: rgb(0, 0, 0) rgb(0, 0, 0) rgb(0, 0, 0) currentcolor;border-image: initial;text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">M
<br>
PEPE
<br></td>
</tr>
<tr style="margin: 6px;border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left">
<td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">Streaming
<br></td>
<td data-border="L" style="border-width: 1px medium 1px 1px;border-style: solid none solid solid;border-color: rgb(0, 0, 0) currentcolor rgb(0, 0, 0) rgb(0, 0, 0);border-image: initial;text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">NIL
<br></td>
<td data-border="R" style="border-width: 1px 1px 1px medium;border-style: solid solid solid none;border-color: rgb(0, 0, 0) rgb(0, 0, 0) rgb(0, 0, 0) currentcolor;border-image: initial;text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">
<br>
</td>
</tr>
<tr style="margin: 6px;border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left">
<td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">Gaming
<br></td>
<td data-border="L" style="border-width: 1px medium 1px 1px;border-style: solid none solid solid;border-color: rgb(0, 0, 0) currentcolor rgb(0, 0, 0) rgb(0, 0, 0);border-image: initial;text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">NIL
<br></td>
<td data-border="R" style="border-width: 1px 1px 1px medium;border-style: solid solid solid none;border-color: rgb(0, 0, 0) rgb(0, 0, 0) rgb(0, 0, 0) currentcolor;border-image: initial;text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">
<br>
</td>
</tr>
<tr style="margin: 6px;border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left">
<td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">Metaverse
<br></td>
<td data-border="L" style="border-width: 1px medium 1px 1px;border-style: solid none solid solid;border-color: rgb(0, 0, 0) currentcolor rgb(0, 0, 0) rgb(0, 0, 0);border-image: initial;text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">NIL
<br></td>
<td data-border="R" style="border-width: 1px 1px 1px medium;border-style: solid solid solid none;border-color: rgb(0, 0, 0) rgb(0, 0, 0) rgb(0, 0, 0) currentcolor;border-image: initial;text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">
<br>
</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<br>
<table style="width: 100%;border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);border-collapse: collapse;overflow: revert">
<tbody>
<tr style="margin: 6px;border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left">
<td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top"><b>Category</b>
<br></td>
<td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top"><b>Asset Type</b>
<br></td>
<td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top"><b>Branch</b>
<br></td>
<td colspan="2" style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top"><b>Cryptocurrencies</b>
<br></td>
</tr>
<tr style="margin: 6px;border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left">
<td rowspan="32" style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top"><b>Asset-Backed Tokens (2)</b>
<br></td>
<td rowspan="5" style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">Culture: (205)
<br>
<br>
Real asset relating to sports, art, cultural drama, festive collectibles and design IPs etc.
<br></td>
<td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">Art
<br>
(20510)
<br></td>
<td colspan="2" style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">NIL
<br></td>
</tr>
<tr style="margin: 6px;border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left">
<td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">Sports
<br>
(20520)
<br></td>
<td colspan="2" style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">NIL
<br></td>
</tr>
<tr style="margin: 6px;border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left">
<td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">Festive Collectibles
<br>
(20530)
<br></td>
<td colspan="2" style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">NIL
<br></td>
</tr>
<tr style="margin: 6px;border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left">
<td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">Design IPs
<br>
(20540)
<br></td>
<td colspan="2" style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">NIL
<br></td>
</tr>
<tr style="margin: 6px;border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left">
<td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">Drama and Play IPs
<br>
(20550)
<br></td>
<td colspan="2" style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">NIL
<br></td>
</tr>
<tr style="margin: 6px;border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left">
<td rowspan="4" style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">Real Estate:(215)
<br>
<br>
Assets that mainly derived its valuation from property, real estate, and land
<br></td>
<td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">Commercial Property
<br>
(21510)
<br></td>
<td colspan="2" style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">NIL
<br></td>
</tr>
<tr style="margin: 6px;border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left">
<td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">Residential Property
<br>
(21520)
<br></td>
<td colspan="2" style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">NIL
<br></td>
</tr>
<tr style="margin: 6px;border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left">
<td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">Governmental Property
<br>
(21530)
<br></td>
<td colspan="2" style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">NIL
<br></td>
</tr>
<tr style="margin: 6px;border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left">
<td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">Residential and Commercial Land
<br>
(21540)
<br></td>
<td colspan="2" style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">NIL
<br></td>
</tr>
<tr style="margin: 6px;border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left">
<td rowspan="4" style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">Financials: (235)
<br>
<br>
Real financial asset including listed company shareholdings on regulated centralised exchanges and private company shareholdings; debt instruments; property trusts and derivatives that settled on regulated exchange (CeFi and DeFi).
<br></td>
<td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">Tokenised Securities (Company Securities, ETF)
<br>
(23510)
<br></td>
<td colspan="2" style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">NIL
<br></td>
</tr>
<tr style="margin: 6px;border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left">
<td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">Tokenised Debts
<br>
(23520)
<br></td>
<td colspan="2" style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">NIL
<br></td>
</tr>
<tr style="margin: 6px;border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left">
<td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">Tokenised REITs
<br>
(23530)
<br></td>
<td colspan="2" style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">NIL
<br></td>
</tr>
<tr style="margin: 6px;border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left">
<td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">Tokenised Funds
<br>
(23540)
<br></td>
<td colspan="2" style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">NIL
<br></td>
</tr>
<tr style="margin: 6px;border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left">
<td rowspan="5" style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">Entertainment: (255)
<br>
<br>
Ownership of the IPs assets in the area of entertainment in real world such as concert, play, shows, circus, musicals, songs, movies, games, events and programs, and souvenir collectibles that is derived from the above areas.
<br></td>
<td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">Movies
<br>
(25510)
<br></td>
<td colspan="2" style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">NIL
<br></td>
</tr>
<tr style="margin: 6px;border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left">
<td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">Songs
<br>
(25520)
<br></td>
<td colspan="2" style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">NIL
<br></td>
</tr>
<tr style="margin: 6px;border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left">
<td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">Concerts
<br>
(25530)
<br></td>
<td colspan="2" style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">NIL
<br></td>
</tr>
<tr style="margin: 6px;border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left">
<td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">Gaming
<br>
(25540)
<br></td>
<td colspan="2" style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">NIL
<br></td>
</tr>
<tr style="margin: 6px;border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left">
<td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">All Other Entertainment Events and Collectibles
<br>
(25550)
<br></td>
<td colspan="2" style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">NIL
<br></td>
</tr>
<tr style="margin: 6px;border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left">
<td rowspan="4" style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">Natural Resources: (265)
<br>
<br>
Natural resources asset that derived directly from sea, sky, atmosphere and underground and can be classified as a commodity with standardisation such as precious metals, agricultural, energy and metals.
<br></td>
<td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">Precious Metals
<br>
(26510)
<br></td>
<td data-border="L" style="border-width: 1px medium 1px 1px;border-style: solid none solid solid;border-color: rgb(0, 0, 0) currentcolor rgb(0, 0, 0) rgb(0, 0, 0);border-image: initial;text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">XAUT
<br></td>
<td data-border="R" style="border-width: 1px 1px 1px medium;border-style: solid solid solid none;border-color: rgb(0, 0, 0) rgb(0, 0, 0) rgb(0, 0, 0) currentcolor;border-image: initial;text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">PAXG
<br></td>
</tr>
<tr style="margin: 6px;border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left">
<td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">Agricultural
<br>
(26520)
<br></td>
<td colspan="2" style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">NIL
<br></td>
</tr>
<tr style="margin: 6px;border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left">
<td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">Energy
<br>
(26530)
<br></td>
<td colspan="2" style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">NIL
<br></td>
</tr>
<tr style="margin: 6px;border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left">
<td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">Metals
<br>
(26540)
<br></td>
<td colspan="2" style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">NIL
<br></td>
</tr>
<tr style="margin: 6px;border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left">
<td rowspan="10" style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">Green Economy (275)
<br>
<br>
Ownership of Projects Asset that falls under the definition of the UN 17SDG²s, with over 80% of the income or jobs provided on these 17 initiatives.
<br></td>
<td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">No Poverty &amp; Zero Hunger
<br>
(27510)
<br></td>
<td colspan="2" style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">NIL
<br></td>
</tr>
<tr style="margin: 6px;border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left">
<td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">Good Health and Well-Being
<br>
(27520)
<br></td>
<td colspan="2" style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">NIL
<br></td>
</tr>
<tr style="margin: 6px;border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left">
<td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">Quality Education
<br>
(27530)
<br></td>
<td colspan="2" style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">NIL
<br></td>
</tr>
<tr style="margin: 6px;border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left">
<td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">Gender Equality
<br>
(27540)
<br></td>
<td colspan="2" style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">NIL
<br></td>
</tr>
<tr style="margin: 6px;border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left">
<td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">Clean Water and Sanitation/Affordable and Clean Energy
<br>
(27550)
<br></td>
<td colspan="2" style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">NIL
<br></td>
</tr>
<tr style="margin: 6px;border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left">
<td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">Decent Work and Economic Growth/ Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure/ Partnerships for the Goals
<br>
(27560)
<br></td>
<td colspan="2" style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">NIL
<br></td>
</tr>
<tr style="margin: 6px;border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left">
<td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">Reduced inequalities/ Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions
<br>
(27570)
<br></td>
<td colspan="2" style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">NIL
<br></td>
</tr>
<tr style="margin: 6px;border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left">
<td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">Sustainable Cities and Communities/Responsible Consumption and Production
<br>
(27580)
<br></td>
<td colspan="2" style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">NIL
<br></td>
</tr>
<tr style="margin: 6px;border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left">
<td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">Climate Action
<br>
(27590)
<br></td>
<td colspan="2" style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">NIL
<br></td>
</tr>
<tr style="margin: 6px;border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left">
<td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">Life Below Water &amp; Life on Land
<br>
(27500)
<br></td>
<td colspan="2" style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">NIL
<br></td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
Note: <b>NEW</b> for newly added branch
<br>
<br>
² United Nations 17 sustainable development goals covering 1) No Poverty 2) Zero Hunger 3) Good Health and Well-Being 4) Quality Education 5) Gender Equality 6) Clean Water and Sanitation 7) Affordable And Clean Energy 8) Decent Work and Economic Growth 9) Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure 10) Reduced inequalities 11) Sustainable Cities and Communities 12) Responsible Consumption and Production 13) Climate Action 14) Life Below Water 15) Life on Land 16) Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions and 17) Partnerships for the Goals <a href="https://sdgs.un.org/goals">https://sdgs.un.org/goals</a>
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<br>
Note:
<br>
G as '<b>Green Coin</b>' for cryptocurrencies that adhere to the principles of sustainability
<br>
<b>NEW </b>for newly added sector
<br>
<br>
<b>DAICS<sup>® </sup></b><b>Industry and Sector Definition</b>
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<br>
<table style="width: 100%;border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);border-collapse: collapse;overflow: revert">
<tbody>
<tr style="margin: 6px;border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left">
<td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top"><b>Category </b>
<br></td>
<td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top"><b>Industry</b>
<br></td>
<td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top"><b>Sector </b>
<br></td>
<td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top"><b>Sector definition</b>
<br></td>
</tr>
<tr style="margin: 6px;border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left">
<td rowspan="18" style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top"><b>Cryptocurrencies (1)</b>
<br></td>
<td rowspan="2" style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">Payment: (110)
<br>
<br>
<b><u>Definition</u></b>
<br>
<br>
Blockchain based money, designed for transactional purposes. This includes daily transactions usage and stablecoins.
<br></td>
<td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">Transaction &amp; Payment
<br>
(11010)
<br></td>
<td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">Cryptocurrencies that are used for store of value, unit of account, medium of exchange
<br></td>
</tr>
<tr style="margin: 6px;border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left">
<td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">Stablecoin
<br>
(11020)
<br></td>
<td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">Cryptocurrencies where price is pegged to a / a basket of, reference asset
<br></td>
</tr>
<tr style="margin: 6px;border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left">
<td rowspan="4" style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">Infrastructure: (120)
<br>
<br>
<b><u>Definition</u></b>
<br>
<br>
Bedrock blockchain that facilitates the operation of other decentralised applications. This includes the creation and running of dedicated blockchain platforms, achieving interoperability between networks, increasing the amount or speed of transactions etc.
<br></td>
<td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">Application Development Protocol &amp; Smart Contract
<br>
(12010)
<br></td>
<td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">layer-1 blockchain network that facilitates DApp creation and smart contract execution and smart contract
<br></td>
</tr>
<tr style="margin: 6px;border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left">
<td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">Interoperability
<br>
(12020)
<br></td>
<td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">Network that increases inter-connectivity and integration of the fragmented cryptocurrency ecosystem
<br></td>
</tr>
<tr style="margin: 6px;border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left">
<td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">Scaling &amp; Sharding
<br>
(12030)
<br></td>
<td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">Networks that increase the ability to cope with the influx of many transactions at a time and blockchain network that can be split into smaller partitions, to improve scalability and process transactions quicker
<br></td>
</tr>
<tr style="margin: 6px;border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left">
<td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">Supporting System
<br>
(12040)
<br></td>
<td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">Networks/sidechains that improve functionality of layer-1 network
<br></td>
</tr>
<tr style="margin: 6px;border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left">
<td rowspan="4" style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">Financial services: (130)
<br>
<br>
<b><u>Definition</u></b>
<br>
<br>
Tokens that provide on-chain asset management services, crypto-exchange services, funding, lending, and other capital markets related services
<br></td>
<td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">Exchange Tokens
<br>
(13010)
<br></td>
<td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">Cryptocurrencies that represent the stable coin in the exchange ecosystem and allow users to covert from digital asset on decentralised or centralised system int fiat currencies
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<td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">Lending &amp; Borrowing
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(13020)
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<td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">Borrowing and lending crypto assets with interest in return and other secondary financial tools derived from primary underlying asset, such as crypto futures and options
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<td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">Staking
<br>
(13030)
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<td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">Holding and "staking" of certain amount of cryptocurrency in a wallet to facilitate network operations
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</tr>
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<td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">Financial Asset Tokenization (13040)<b><sub></sub></b>
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<sub> </sub>
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<td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">Cryptocurrencies/protocols that focus on the tokenized issuance and management of financial assets
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</tr>
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<td rowspan="4" style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">Tech &amp; Data: (140)
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<b><u>Definition</u></b>
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Provision of data management and storage, and development of
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innovative crypto technology
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<td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">Storage &amp; Sharing
<br>
(14010)
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<td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">Crypto protocols that provide decentralized storage and/or sharing of data filing and resources.
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</tr>
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<td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">Data Management
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(14020)
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<td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">Networks/Protocols that facilitate the indexing and querying of data from blockchain(s), enabling efficient data retrieval and management for decentralized applications
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</tr>
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<td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">Artificial Intelligence
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(14030)
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<td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">Cryptos/Protocols that facilitate the use of AI powered apps or projects directly using blockchain platform.
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<td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">Identification
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(14040)
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<td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">Cryptocurrencies that facilitate decentralized identity authentication and/or blockchain-based validation of digital intellectual property rights. The classification emphasizes trust, data consent, and privacy as core architectural features while the crypto by itself is not an identity token.
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<td rowspan="4" style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">Media &amp; Entertainment: (150)
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<b><u>Definition</u></b>
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Recreational and media services. Including content creation and distribution, advertising through crypto-asset incentive mechanisms, gaming and collectibles
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<td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">Social Media &amp; Community
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(15010)
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<td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">Cryptos that provides mast social community and followers without a close secondary industry sector
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<td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">Streaming
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(15020)
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<td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">Cryptos that provides rights to access decentralised video-streaming sites
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<tr style="margin: 6px;border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left">
<td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">Gaming
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(15030)
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<td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">Cryptos which mainly used in gaming or gaming supporting industry
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</tr>
<tr style="margin: 6px;border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left">
<td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">Metaverse
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(15040)
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<td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">Cryptos that is commonly used in collective virtual open space, created by the convergence of virtually enhanced physical and digital reality. This includes the use of VR and/or AR and/or 3D.
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Note:<b> NEW </b>for newly added sector
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<b>DAICS<sup>® </sup>Asset Type and Branch Definition</b>
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<td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top"><b>Category</b>
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<td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top"><b>Asset Type</b>
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<td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top"><b>Branch</b>
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<td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top"><b>Sub -branch</b>
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<td rowspan="32" style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top"><b>Asset-Backed Tokens (2)</b>
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<td rowspan="5" style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">Culture: (205)
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<b><u>Definition</u></b>
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Real asset relating to sports, art, cultural drama, festive collectibles and design IPs etc.
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<td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">Art
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(20510)
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<td rowspan="13" style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">
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This shall be further developed in the future with more digital assets available in the market
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<td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">Sports
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(20520)
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<tr style="margin: 6px;border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left">
<td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">Festive Collectibles
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(20530)
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</tr>
<tr style="margin: 6px;border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left">
<td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">Design IPs
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(20540)
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</tr>
<tr style="margin: 6px;border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left">
<td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">Drama and Play IPs
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(20550)
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</tr>
<tr style="margin: 6px;border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left">
<td rowspan="4" style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">Real Estate:(215)
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<br>
<u>Definition</u>
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Assets that mainly derived its valuation from property, real estate, and land
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<td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">Commercial Property
<br>
(21510)
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</tr>
<tr style="margin: 6px;border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left">
<td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">Residential Property
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(21520)
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</tr>
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<td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">Governmental Property
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(21530)
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</tr>
<tr style="margin: 6px;border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left">
<td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">Residential and Commercial Land
<br>
(21540)
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</tr>
<tr style="margin: 6px;border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left">
<td rowspan="4" style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">Financials: (235)
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<b><u>Definition</u></b>
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Real financial asset including listed company shareholdings on regulated centralised exchanges and private company shareholdings; debt instruments; property trusts and derivatives that settled on regulated exchange (CeFi and DeFi).
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<td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">Tokenised Securities (Company Securities, ETF)
<br>
(23510)
<br></td>
</tr>
<tr style="margin: 6px;border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left">
<td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">Tokenised Debts
<br>
(23520)
<br></td>
</tr>
<tr style="margin: 6px;border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left">
<td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">Tokenised REITs
<br>
(23530)
<br></td>
</tr>
<tr style="margin: 6px;border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left">
<td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">Tokenised Funds
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(23540)
<br></td>
</tr>
<tr style="margin: 6px;border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left">
<td rowspan="5" style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">Entertainment: (255)
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<br>
<b><u>Definition</u></b>
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Ownership of the IPs assets in the area of entertainment in real world such as concert, play, shows, circus, musicals, songs, movies, games, events and programs, and souvenir collectibles that is derived from the above areas.
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<td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">Movies
<br>
(25510)
<br></td>
<td rowspan="19" style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">
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This shall be further developed in the future with more digital assets available in the market
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Following definition of the United Nations
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17 sustainable development goals²
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</tr>
<tr style="margin: 6px;border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left">
<td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">Songs
<br>
(25520)
<br></td>
</tr>
<tr style="margin: 6px;border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left">
<td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">Concerts
<br>
(25530)
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</tr>
<tr style="margin: 6px;border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left">
<td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">Gaming
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(25540)
<br></td>
</tr>
<tr style="margin: 6px;border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left">
<td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">All Other Entertainment Events and Collectibles
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(25550)
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</tr>
<tr style="margin: 6px;border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left">
<td rowspan="4" style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">Natural Resources: (265)
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<b><u>Definition</u></b>
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Natural resources asset that derived directly from sea, sky, atmosphere and underground and can be classified as a commodity with standardisation such as precious metals, agricultural, energy and metals.
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<td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">Precious Metals
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(26510)
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</tr>
<tr style="margin: 6px;border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left">
<td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">Agricultural
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(26520)
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</tr>
<tr style="margin: 6px;border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left">
<td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">Energy
<br>
(26530)
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</tr>
<tr style="margin: 6px;border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left">
<td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">Metals
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(26540)
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</tr>
<tr style="margin: 6px;border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left">
<td rowspan="10" style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">Green Economy (275)
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<b><u>Definition</u></b>
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Ownership of Projects Asset that falls under the definition of the UN 17SDG²s, with over 80% of the income or jobs provided on these 17 initiatives.
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<td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">No Poverty &amp; Zero Hunger
<br>
(27510)
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</tr>
<tr style="margin: 6px;border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left">
<td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">Good Health and Well-Being
<br>
(27520)
<br></td>
</tr>
<tr style="margin: 6px;border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left">
<td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">Quality Education
<br>
(27530)
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</tr>
<tr style="margin: 6px;border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left">
<td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">Gender Equality
<br>
(27540)
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</tr>
<tr style="margin: 6px;border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left">
<td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">Clean Water and Sanitation/Affordable and Clean Energy
<br>
(27550)
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</tr>
<tr style="margin: 6px;border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left">
<td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">Decent Work and Economic Growth/ Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure/ Partnerships for the Goals
<br>
(27560)
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</tr>
<tr style="margin: 6px;border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left">
<td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">Reduced inequalities/ Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions
<br>
(27570)
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</tr>
<tr style="margin: 6px;border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left">
<td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">Sustainable Cities and Communities/Responsible Consumption and Production
<br>
(27580)
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</tr>
<tr style="margin: 6px;border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left">
<td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">Climate Action
<br>
(27590)
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</tr>
<tr style="margin: 6px;border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left">
<td style="border: 1px solid rgb(0, 0, 0);text-align: left;padding: 6px;vertical-align: top">Life Below Water &amp; Life on Land
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(27500)
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</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
Note: <b>NEW</b> for newly added branch
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² United Nations 17 sustainable development goals covering 1) No Poverty 2) Zero Hunger 3) Good Health and Well-Being 4) Quality Education 5) Gender Equality 6) Clean Water and Sanitation 7) Affordable And Clean Energy 8) Decent Work and Economic Growth 9) Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure 10) Reduced inequalities 11) Sustainable Cities and Communities 12) Responsible Consumption and Production 13) Climate Action 14) Life Below Water 15) Life on Land 16) Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions and 17) Partnerships for the Goals <a href="https://sdgs.un.org/goals">https://sdgs.un.org/goals</a>
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Hashtag: #IX #DAICS
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<p>The issuer is solely responsible for the content of this announcement.</p>
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<h4>About DAICS®</h4>
<p>DAICS<sup>®</sup> covers both cryptocurrencies and asset-backed tokens ("ABTs"), to be reviewed semi-annually at the end of June and December. On the cryptocurrency side, it is a three-tier system that groups cryptocurrencies into 5 main industries: 1) Payment, 2) Infrastructure, 3) Financial services, 4) Technology &amp; Data, and 5) Media &amp; Entertainment. These industries are further divided into sectors and sub-sectors to be introduced in the future. Under asset-backed tokens, there are 6 asset types: 1) Culture, 2) Real Estate, 3) Financials, 4) Entertainment, 5) Natural Resources, 6) Green Economy. These asset types are further divided into branches and sub-branches to be introduced in the future.
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<h4>About the IX Asia Tokenization Advisory Committee and Working Group</h4>
<p>The establishment of the IX Asia Tokenization Advisory Committee ("Advisory Committee") is to pursue the goal and vision of formulating a standard for a global tokenization framework in a compliant and transparent way. The key role of the Advisory Committee is to formulate the guidelines and references for tokenization in terms of infrastructure, business, financial stability, sustainability, internal control, and classification. The Advisory Committee is comprised of industry-recognised leaders from blockchain consultancy, sustainable projects, and the field of the Art industry.
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The establishment of the Working Group is to identify, evaluate and recommend key directions and founding principles according to their specific industry knowledge and expertise in relating to the creation of the specified token. It will examine and propose improvements to the guidelines and references for tokenization. The working group is formed of a diverse group of market experts representing relevant sectors and markets, to provide input and discuss case studies for creation of tokenization framework, best practices and development of real-world projects.
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For more information about IX Asia Tokenization Advisory Committee &amp; Working Group, please visit <a href="https://ix-index.com/tokenization-committee.html">https://ix-index.com/tokenization-committee.html</a>.
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      <title>Klinik Tuah Welcomes Its 10,000th Knee Pain Patient in Under Five Years</title>
      <link>https://sloveniatimes.com/48102/klinik-tuah-welcomes-its-10-000th-knee-pain-patient-in-under-five-years</link>
      <pubDate>Fri, 26 Jun 2026 05:10:49 +0200</pubDate>
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      <description><![CDATA[KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA - Media OutReach Newswire - 26 June 2026 - In less than five years since it first opened its doors, Klinik Tuah has reached a significant milestone: welcoming its 10,000th knee pain patient on 5 June 2026. The milestone reflects a growing need among Malaysians for knee pain ...]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA - <a href="https://www.media-outreach.com/">Media OutReach Newswire</a> - 26 June 2026 - In less than five years since it first opened its doors, Klinik Tuah has reached a significant milestone: welcoming its 10,000th knee pain patient on 5 June 2026. The milestone reflects a growing need among Malaysians for knee pain treatment that is accessible, effective, and patient-friendly.
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This achievement comes at a time when more Malaysians, particularly older adults are struggling to access early treatment for knee pain. Common barriers include high costs, long waiting times, and concerns about whether the treatment will actually work.
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For the clinic's founder, this milestone carries a meaning far beyond the numbers. It is the fulfilment of a promise.
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Dr. Hareez recalled watching a mother live with knee pain for years, as simple daily activities like walking, climbing stairs, and even praying gradually became harder over time. Accompanying a parent to treatment from a young age, only to see the same result each time: a bottle of painkillers and no lasting relief. The pain never went away, regardless of how many bottles were finished. Hearing the cries of pain every night was something that stayed close to heart.
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That experience became the foundation of a personal commitment which is to help others going through the same struggle.
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That same principle has guided Klinik Tuah since its very first day of operations.
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<b>Five Years of Changing How Knee Pain Is Treated</b>
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Klinik Tuah started with a single clinic in Cheras in September 2021. Today, Klinik Tuah has grown to six branches across Peninsular Malaysia, with plans to open new branches in Gombak and Penang in the near future.
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But according to Dr. Hareez Noorman, one of Klinik Tuah's co-founders, the growth has always been driven by a bigger vision.
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<i>"Whenever knee pain was brought up, the first thing that came to mind for most people was the fear of surgery. But after visiting several countries such as Korea, Japan, Türkiye, and others to study the latest advances in knee treatment, Klinik Tuah was determined to bring these non-surgical technologies back to Malaysia at a price that people could actually afford."</i>
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<i>"Klinik Tuah has invested in the latest medical technology, advanced equipment, and ongoing training for its doctors to make sure that more people can benefit from knee treatment at Klinik Tuah."</i>
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Over five years of operations, Klinik Tuah has seen patients from all walks of life, including senior citizens, working adults, and those who simply want to stay active without being held back by knee pain. The majority of knee pain patients are aged 50 and above, making up around 72% of all cases treated at the clinic.
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Klinik Tuah has also observed a growing shift in the way Malaysians think about knee treatment. More people are now actively looking for modern, less invasive options that allow them to get back on their feet without relying on long-term painkillers.
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According to the clinic, there are still many Malaysians living with untreated knee pain, whether due to limited access, fear of treatment, or simply not knowing what options are available to them today.
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<i>"The goal is clear. Klinik Tuah wants more patients to have the chance to properly understand their condition and to access the right treatment. When pain is managed well, everything else in life gets better," said Dr. Hareez Noorman.</i>
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<p>Klinik Tuah is a Malaysian medical clinic specialising in knee pain treatment and modern circumcision. Founded in September 2021, the clinic has grown to six branches across Peninsular Malaysia, serving patients from a range of age groups and backgrounds. To date, Klinik Tuah has treated more than 10,000 knee pain patients, with further branch openings planned in the near future.
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Jennie Strong, International Marketing Specialist of the Washington Apple Commission, said: <i>"Indonesia has been an important market for Washington Apples for more than 35 years. Throughout this period, we have worked closely with importers, retailers, and local partners to build awareness and expand the presence of Washington Apples across the country. We continue to see positive growth potential, supported by a growing middle class, younger consumers, and an increasingly modern retail landscape. As a result, we will continue to strengthen our promotional and educational efforts to bring Washington Apples even closer to Indonesian consumers."</i>
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Washington Apples will continue to offer a wide selection of premium varieties that have long been favorites among Indonesian consumers, including Red Delicious, Granny Smith, Envy®, Ambrosia, and Gala. Each variety offers its own distinct flavor profile, catering to increasingly diverse consumer preferences.
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<i>"Consumers are becoming increasingly aware of the importance of eating fruit every day and are more selective when choosing quality products. We are also seeing the rise of mindful snacking, where people seek snack options that are not only convenient but also offer nutritional benefits. We hope to continue being part of this journey through quality products and programs that are relevant to the needs of Indonesian consumers,"</i> he/she added.
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To maintain product quality, Washington Apples follows strict quality-control processes from harvesting and washing to sorting and storage. Apples are selected using modern technology based on color, size, and maturity to help ensure consistent quality when they reach consumers.
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In addition, each apple undergoes sugar and starch testing to help maintain the sweetness and crisp texture that Washington Apples is known for. This commitment reflects the <i>Grown with Goodness</i> philosophy, which represents attention to quality at every stage of the fruit's journey-from orchard to table.
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      <pubDate>Fri, 26 Jun 2026 04:10:45 +0200</pubDate>
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      <description><![CDATA[Driving Sustainable Long-Term Value for Clients via the Innovative "Invesurance" Philosophy HONG KONG SAR - Media OutReach Newswire - 26 June 2026 - YF Life Insurance International Limited (YF Life) has once again been recognized at the Hong Kong Economic Journal (HKEJ) Insurance Excellence ...]]></description>
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HONG KONG SAR - <a href="https://www.media-outreach.com/">Media OutReach Newswire</a> - 26 June 2026 - YF Life Insurance International Limited (YF Life) has once again been recognized at the Hong Kong Economic Journal (HKEJ) Insurance Excellence Awards 2026, clinching the prestigious <b>"Outstanding Application of Diversified Investment Strategies"</b> Award<sup>1</sup>. This accolade reaffirms YF Life's leadership in insurance investment landscape, underscoring the company's success in leveraging systematic asset allocation to generate long-term value for clients for its clients through its unique "Invesurance" (Insurance + Investment) philosophy.
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YF Life's financial strength continues to be validated by leading international rating agencies. Following eight consecutive years of receiving an "A-" (Strong) Insurer Financial Strength (IFS) rating from Fitch, YF Life has also secured its "A3" Insurance Financial Strength Rating (IFSR) from Moody's. These milestones are a testament to YF Life's robust financial position, prudent capital management, and stringent risk-control capabilities.
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      <pubDate>Fri, 26 Jun 2026 04:10:44 +0200</pubDate>
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      <description><![CDATA[At MWC IoT Summit 2026, Kigen made the case that the EU Cyber Resilience Act is not a compliance burden - it is a once-in-a-generation opportunity. For manufacturers who move now, the competitive advantage is structural. SHANGHAI, CHINA - Media OutReach Newswire - 26 June 2026 - 5.5 trillion ...]]></description>
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SHANGHAI, CHINA - <a href="https://www.media-outreach.com/">Media OutReach Newswire</a> - 26 June 2026 - 5.5 trillion dollars. That is the annual cost of cybercrime to the global economy - a figure larger than the GDP of every nation except the United States and China. Behind it lies a single, solvable problem: billions of connected devices shipped without robust security baked in.
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"We did not wait for regulation to demand it," Carrara said. "We acted because it was right - and because the industry's security is only as strong as its weakest point. Our actions supported the coordinated response to develop countermeasures and mitigate the risks and we continue to collaborate on furthering these by contributing back through GSMA and other standards bodies. With certified eSIMs now carrying capabilities to patch, the tools are available for the mandates OEMs must meet on cybersecurity - readily, with our expertise."
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AI is transforming manufacturing. Advanced connectivity is extending that transformation to every point on the globe. And regulatory-grade security is the condition that makes all of it trustworthy. These forces are converging - and the window for first-mover advantage is open.
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<h4>Kigen (UK) Limited</h4>
<p>Kigen is the forerunner in secure eSIM and RSP solutions, enabling manufacturers to adopt and scale cellular IoT with ease. Our award-winning solutions are certified to GSMA eSA (eUICC Security Assurance) and SAS (Security Accreditation Scheme) standards-the highest levels of security assurance in the industry. Our technology delivers freedom to choose from 200+ terrestrial and satellite networks, compliant to EU and China cybersecurity and data regulations for export products, with proven interoperability on leading chipsets and modules.
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      <pubDate>Fri, 26 Jun 2026 03:30:41 +0200</pubDate>
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<li>The experience of loneliness among international students participating in the BBC Loneliness Experiment: Thematic analysis of qualitative survey data - <a href="https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2666518223000189">https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2666518223000189</a>?</li>
<li>Mental health concerns and needs of international students in higher education settings: A scoping review protocol - <a href="https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC12334020/">https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC12334020/</a></li>
<li>SIM CCA - <a href="https://www.sim.edu.sg/degrees-diplomas/life-at-sim/co-curricular-activities">https://www.sim.edu.sg/degrees-diplomas/life-at-sim/co-curricular-activities</a></li>
<li>SIM Project 1095 - <a href="https://project1095.simge.edu.sg/">https://project1095.simge.edu.sg/</a></li>
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<h4>About SIM Global Education</h4>
<p>SIM Global Education (SIM GE) is a leading private education institution in Singapore and the region. We offer more than 140 academic programmes ranging from diplomas and graduate diploma programmes to bachelor's and master's degree programmes with some of the world's most reputable universities from Australia, Canada, Europe, United Kingdom, and the United States. SIM GE's cohort is made up of 17,000 full- and part-time students and adult learners, of which approximately 41% are international students hailing from over 50 countries.
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"Patients today are more informed than before, but they are also exposed to more aesthetic trends than ever," said Dr Samantha Tay. "A good aesthetic decision should not begin with a treatment name. It should begin with a proper assessment of the patient's face, skin quality, concerns, medical history, and whether treatment is appropriate in the first place."
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<p>Nexus Aesthetic Clinic is a natural-led medical aesthetic clinic located at TripleOne Somerset in Singapore. Led by Medical Director Dr Samantha Tay, the clinic focuses on consultation-led aesthetic care, conservative treatment planning, and natural-looking outcomes.
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SCNet.AI is positioned to bridge supply and demand for computing resources and unify an ecosystem of research software, delivering user-friendly research computing and scientific large model innovation environments for global research institutes, enterprises and independent developers.
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There is much to celebrate. This year marks the 50<sup>th</sup> anniversary of the Hong Kong International Dragon Boat Races as well as 35<sup>th</sup> anniversary of both the co-organiser, Hong Kong China Dragon Boat Association, and the sanctioning body, International Dragon Boat Federation (IDBF). The IDBF added to the occasion by announcing earlier this year the relocation of its headquarters back to Hong Kong.
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Riding on the wave of excitement, the organiser, Hong Kong Tourism Board (HKTB), extended the annual Hong Kong International Dragon Boat Festival period to 13 days (June 19 - July 1), beginning on the historic Tuen Ng Festival (Dragon Boat Festival) and concluding on July 1, which is the 29<sup>th</sup> anniversary of the Establishment of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR).
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As the headline international flagship event of "Hong Kong Summer Fun", Dr Peter Lam, Chairman of the HKTB, said the Festival not only ran over a longer period, but also featured a stronger race line-up and more vibrant entertainment programmes than in previous years, offering an experience found only in Hong Kong for locals and visitors, while showcasing Hong Kong's position as the Events Capital of Asia.
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"Incorporation in Hong Kong is not a conclusion, but a beginning. It anchors our Federation in the city where our international story started and strengthens our ability to serve our members and the global dragon boat family," said Claudio Schermi, President of the IDBF.
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As part of this new chapter, the IDBF has applied for funding under "the Pilot Scheme to Strengthen the Presence of Hong Kong in Asian and International Sports Associations", which was recently introduced by the HKSAR Government's Culture, Sports and Tourism Bureau. The Pilot Scheme is an initiative designed to support Asian and international sports associations establishing their headquarters or regional headquarters in the city.
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The Dragon Boat Festival has a long and colourful history dating back more than two thousand years. Held each year on the fifth day of the fifth lunar month, the day commemorates the patriotic poet Qu Yuan.
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TOKYO, JAPAN - <a href="https://www.media-outreach.com/">Media OutReach Newswire</a> - 25 June 2026 - Held on Friday, June 5, 2026, the "Japan Creator Support Fund Progress Report Meeting" served as a platform for organizations selected under the "Support Programs for Creator Development &amp; Cultural Facilities Function Enhancement" and the "Creator Support Program (Program Development and Implementation)" to present the outcomes of their projects from FY2025. The event, took place at the Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology (MEXT), Tokyo, highlighted growing international engagement through overseas performances, participation in major international events, and cross-border collaborations, with supported projects generating tangible results including awards, nominations, co-productions, and institutional partnerships across music, film, games, visual arts, and the performing arts.
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Now entering its third year, the Japan Creator Support Fund is a government-backed, multi-year national initiative supported by the Agency for Cultural Affairs that aims to nurture emerging creators and artists while strengthening cultural institutions that serve as hubs for creative activity and public engagement. The Fund, delivered through the Japan Arts Council, also promotes international exchange and overseas expansion opportunities, helping Japanese creators and cultural organisations build global networks and reach new audiences.
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The progress report meeting opened with remarks from Mr. Shigeki Kobayashi, Vice Minister of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology. Noting the government's commitment to strengthening Japan's creative industries, Vice Minister Kobayashi emphasised that "creators and artists themselves are the source of compelling content," reaffirming the importance of sustained investment in creative talent and international exchange. At the report meeting, representatives from the Japan Arts Council provided an overview and progress update on the Japan Creator Support Fund, reporting that supported projects have generated international activity across 23 countries and regions, spanning Asia, Europe, North America and beyond. Achievements reported for FY2025 included selections at the Berlin International Film Festival, Cannes Directors' Fortnight and Annecy International Animation Film Festival, performances at London's Royal Opera House, international touring projects, and new collaborations between Japanese and overseas cultural organisations. Further information on program results, case studies and upcoming international activities can be found in the Notes to Editors below.
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<li><b>Tokyo Metropolitan Theatre </b>presented <i>TMT Gear - The Creator Support Project</i>, which seeks to strengthen Japan's international presence in contemporary performing arts through the development of globally active creators and the enhancement of theatre staff expertise. FY2025 activities included on-the-job training during overseas performances, international networking with performing arts professionals, work-in-progress presentations in the fields of performing arts and music, and 8K recording and technical training initiatives undertaken by the theatre's video media team.</li>
<li><b>KINEMA CIRTUS </b>reported on the <i>Global Anime Challenge (GAC)</i>, a program designed to provide learning opportunities for emerging talent and foster the next generation of leaders in Japan's animation industry. In FY2025, participants attended domestic workshops and undertook internships at overseas animation studios, gaining practical knowledge across key areas of the industry, including international collaboration, production and business development. The project also identified future priorities, including strengthening support from participating studios and expanding opportunities for internationally focused animation production.</li>
<li><b>Jikei Gakuen School Corporation - Tokyo Communication Arts College </b>introduced <i>Immersive Media Lab++</i>, an immersive content creator development program delivered in collaboration with XR company STYLY. During FY2025, the project focused on establishing the foundations of its curriculum and conducting overseas research visits to inform program development. Participants also reported on experiences gained through hackathons and study visits to the United States. Beginning in FY2026, the program plans to introduce year-round courses for students alongside overseas training opportunities and expanded international partnerships.</li>
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For further information, please visit the official Japan Creator Support Fund website, which provides updated information on selected organizations, upcoming exhibitions and performances, event information, creator interview videos, and creator profiles. <a href="https://creator.ntj.jac.go.jp/">https://creator.ntj.jac.go.jp</a>
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<b><u>APPENDIX: KEY FY2025 RESULTS, INTERNATIONAL ACHIEVEMENTS AND UPCOMING FY2026 ACTIVITIES</u></b>
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</b>Activities carried out under the supported projects have included participation in overseas events, performances in Europe, research conducted abroad, and other initiatives. These initiatives have produced results such as awards, nominations, and co-productions across various fields, including music, film, and games. Through the strengthening of domestic and international networks and professional guidance, a solid foundation is being steadily built for full-scale overseas expansion.
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<li>Number of creators supported: 544</li>
<li>Number of advisors involved: 301</li>
<li>Domestic performances/exhibitions: 163</li>
<li>Overseas performances/exhibitions: 165</li>
<li>Total attendance across domestic and international events: 873,761</li>
<li>Countries and regions involved (23 total): Ireland, United States, Italy, India, United Kingdom, Australia, Canada, Singapore, Switzerland, South Korea, China, Germany, France, Vietnam, Malta, Taiwan, Hong Kong, Indonesia, Thailand, Malaysia, Spain, Argentina, and Portugal</li>
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<b>Support Program for Cultural Facilities Function Enhancement
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Key FY2025 Results:
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<li>Number of creators supported: 133</li>
<li>Number of advisors involved: 88</li>
<li>Overseas performances/exhibitions: 5</li>
<li>Domestic performances/exhibitions: 92</li>
<li>Total attendance across domestic and international events: 1,900,597</li>
<li>Countries and regions involved (8 total): South Korea, China, Germany, France, Taiwan, Indonesia, Slovakia, and Mexico</li>
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<b>Creator Support Program (Program Development &amp; Implementation)</b>
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Individual projects are undertaking specific measures to develop and implement training programs. In particular, selected educational organizations are making progress in their preparations to establish new departments and courses. As part of these measures, many overseas study visits have been conducted in order to understand needs for Japanese content around the world and survey the state of education for developing global talent. Destinations included approximately 15 countries worldwide, including countries in Africa.
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The selection of training candidates is moving forward, and some projects have already launched practical programs. In addition to seminars and workshops held in Japan, overseas dispatches have also taken place. Initiatives included participation in the Berlin International Film Festival in Germany by Tokyo Docs, Atmovie Inc., and Tokyo University of the Arts; an observation visit to MIT Reality Hack in the United States by Jikei Gakuen; and training at higher education institutions, such as the dispatch by VIPO to the Griffith Film School in Australia.
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<b><u>Building on Recent International Successes: Looking Ahead to FY2026</u></b>
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As part of <b>ROHM</b><b> Theatre Kyoto</b>'s "Repertory Premiere: 'Hopes'" program, <i>Kichijitsu Saikai</i>, a work created by one of the program's supported artists, is scheduled to be presented at the Beitou Art Festival in Taiwan from 7-9 August 2026.
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Under the <b>New National Theatre, Tokyo</b>'s "Project for Training World-class Dancers Through International Performances", <i>Giselle</i> was staged at London's Royal Opera House from 24-27 July 2025. The performances attracted significant attention and played to near-capacity audiences throughout the run. Building on this success, the National Ballet of Japan was named Outstanding Company at the UK's National Dance Awards 2025 by the Critics' Circle Dance Section, becoming the first Japanese ballet company to receive the prestigious honour. The award recognised the company's achievements in the UK, including its Royal Opera House performances under the artistic direction of Miyako Yoshida.
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As part of <b>Shochiku</b>'s "Creator Development Aimed at Expanding Kabuki Overseas", joint lectures and performances with Korean pansori artists were held in South Korea, laying the groundwork for the European tour of <i>How an Onnagata Is Made</i>. In April 2026, the production undertook its first European tour in eight years, presenting six performances across Paris, Rome and Cologne.
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Under "Film Frontier", a feature animation creator support program administered by U<b>NIJAPAN</b>, <i>Hanarokushō ga Akeru Hi ni</i> was selected for the Competition section of the 76th Berlin International Film Festival, competing for the Golden Bear. Directed by Japanese painter Yoshitoshi Shinomiya, the film marks his feature directorial debut and received support through the program for its international development. The selection represents a significant milestone for Japanese animation, following <i>Spirited Away</i> and <i>Suzume</i>, which were previously selected for the festival's Competition section.
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Also supported through "Film Frontier", <i>Housenka</i> was selected for the Feature Film Competition at the Annecy International Animation Film Festival 2025. The original animated feature was created by director Baku Kinoshita and writer Kazuya Konomoto, the creative team behind the acclaimed television series <i>Odd Taxi</i>. The program supported the film's international development and overseas promotion.
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Under "New Way, New World: Program for Connecting Japanese Animators to the World", administered by<b> Computer Graphic Arts Society (CG-ARTS)</b>, <i>Eri</i>, directed by first-cohort selected artist Honami Yano, was selected for Directors' Fortnight at the 79th Cannes Film Festival.
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As part of <b>Mori Art Museum</b>'s "Global Art Professional Development Project", the exhibition <i>The Architecture of Sou Fujimoto: Primordial Future Forest </i>attracted 236,705 visitors, achieving 160% of its attendance target, and received positive reviews across more than 50 media outlets. Following its successful presentation in Tokyo, the exhibition is scheduled to tour Asia in 2026.
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Under <b>Aichi Prefectural Art Theater</b>'s "Constellation: Aichi Prefectural Art Theater Dance Project Connecting the World", <i>Giselle: A Summary</i>, featuring program participant Hana Sakai, was invited to the Lessingtage theatre festival in Hamburg, Germany, in February 2026 and to the SPRING Performing Arts Festival in Utrecht, the Netherlands, in May 2026. The performances received positive critical attention, with local reviewers highlighting Sakai's exceptional technical skill and artistry.
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<p>The Japan Creator Support Fund was established in FY2024 within the Japan Arts Council through funding from the Agency for Cultural Affairs. The fund aims to provide flexible, multi-year support for the development of outstanding Japanese creators and artists.
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Since FY2024, the fund has operated the "Support Programs for Creator Development &amp; Cultural Facilities Function Enhancement," promoting creator development and strengthening cultural facilities that serve as hubs for creative activities and public engagement. From FY2025, the "Creator Support Program (Program Development &amp; Implementation)" has additionally supported initiatives that strengthen educational institutions through industry-academia-government collaboration and foster practical professional development for creative industries and international expansion.
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<b>Mr Jake Koh, Chief Executive Officer of HKRITA</b>, said, "The circular economy is no longer a distant goal-it is here. With the Green Machine 4.0 now proven adoption-ready and scalable, this partnership marks a decisive shift from research to commercialisation. True innovation is defined by real-world impact, and today we are making it a reality."
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<b>Mr Enrique Silla, CEO and Founder of Jeanologia</b>, said, "For the last 25 years, we have transformed the denim industry through technology, innovation and collaboration. Today, we are bringing that same experience to one of the industry's greatest challenges: textile-to-textile recycling. At Jeanologia, we believe recycling must become part of the industry's pre-competitive space, where companies work together to create solutions that no single organisation can achieve alone. By combining HKRITA's innovation, Jeanologia's industrial engineering and textile bleaching expertise, and Looptworks' operational deployment, we are creating a model that can help make circularity a reality at industrial scale."
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<b>Mr Scott Hamlin, Founder and CEO of Looptworks</b>, said, "Looptworks has had a relationship with HKRITA for over a decade. We are proud to have worked together with the research and management teams at HKRITA to further develop textile circularity innovations at scale. The Green Machine represents a shining example of what is possible for textile recycling. Blended materials have long been a major barrier to circularity, and this technology enables us to effectively realise their value at scale. By reintroducing recovered fibres into the supply chain, we are proving that circular solutions are both environmentally practical and economically viable."
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<h4>About The Hong Kong Research Institute of Textiles and Apparel (HKRITA)</h4>
<p>Established in 2006, HKRITA is funded by the Innovation and Technology Commission of the HKSAR Government and is hosted by The Hong Kong Polytechnic University. Celebrating its 20th anniversary in 2026, HKRITA continues to contribute to the competitiveness of the textile and apparel industry by providing one-stop services in applied research, technology transfer and commercialisation. HKRITA also plays a vital and expanding role in driving sustainable improvements in the industry and thus bringing benefits to society as a whole.
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<p>Jeanologia is a Spanish technology company with more than 30 years of experience transforming the textile industry through innovation. Today, more than 40% of the world's jeans are produced using Jeanologia technologies.
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<p>Looptworks is a Certified B-Corp textile-to-textile recycling specialist offering innovative, scalable solutions for brands and organisations world-wide. Based in Gresham, Oregon, Looptworks is the first and only GRS certified, recycling company in the United States equipped with a circular system capable of processing multiple types of materials into a range of finished spinning and nonwoven fibre products. The Looptworks facility is fully operational, and features a unique technology that transforms pre-and post-consumer textiles into high-quality recycled fibres.
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SINGAPORE - <a href="https://www.media-outreach.com/">Media OutReach Newswire</a> - 25 June 2026 - Ogilvy, in partnership with TikTok Shop, today launched the <b>Live-Fluence League</b>, a first-of-its-kind live commerce competition in Singapore which brought together eight of leading social sellers to compete in real time, driving measurable sales for featured brands through a live, trackable leaderboard. The atmosphere was electric and the energy unrivalled. Singapore became the first market across the Ogilvy Asia Pacific network to introduce the League this evening.
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<br> (Top Row, left to right) <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@summerrscent">@summerscent,</a> <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@paperyiran">@paperyiran,</a> <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@roy.kai">@roy.kai,</a> <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@27.fenn">@27.fenn,</a>
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Shirley Tay, Chief Executive Officer, Ogilvy Group Singapore shared, "As the commerce landscape rapidly evolves, we are focused on partnering with brands to unlock new, scalable avenues for growth through the creator-led economy. This isn't just about content; it is about conversion. By integrating social, live-stream, and affiliate commerce directly into the brand ecosystem, we turn engagement into measurable revenue, building a frictionless commerce presence for our clients that meets consumers exactly where they are. As industry leaders, Ogilvy Singapore is proud to be pioneering this tech-enabled, creator-driven frontier for our clients because, as David Ogilvy famously said, 'We sell, or else'".
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[1] <i>TikTok White Paper 2026"The Art and Science of Authenticity,", </i><a href="https://newsroom.tiktok.com/us12-trillion-by-2030-tiktoks-art-and-science-of-authenticity-study-on-creator-driven-growth-in-apac?lang=en-SG"><i>https://newsroom.tiktok.com/us12-trillion-by-2030-tiktoks-art-and-science-of-authenticity-study-on-creator-driven-growth-in-apac?lang=en-SG</i></a><i> and Marketing Interactive 2025, https://www.marketing-interactive.com/apac-creator-economy-tipped-to-hit-trillion-by-2030</i>
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[2] <i>TikTok White Paper 2026"The Art and Science of Authenticity,", </i><a href="https://newsroom.tiktok.com/us12-trillion-by-2030-tiktoks-art-and-science-of-authenticity-study-on-creator-driven-growth-in-apac?lang=en-SG"><i>https://newsroom.tiktok.com/us12-trillion-by-2030-tiktoks-art-and-science-of-authenticity-study-on-creator-driven-growth-in-apac?lang=en-SG</i></a><i> and Marketing Interactive 2025, https://www.marketing-interactive.com/apac-creator-economy-tipped-to-hit-trillion-by-2030</i>
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<h4>About Ogilvy</h4>
<p>Ogilvy has been creating impact for brands through iconic, culture-changing, value-driving ideas since the company was founded by David Ogilvy in 1948. It builds on that rich legacy through Borderless Creativity - innovating at the intersections of its advertising, public relations, relationship design, consulting, and health capabilities with experts collaborating seamlessly across more than 120 offices spanning 90 countries.
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"In AS Watson, we begin with <b>Value Creation</b> - identifying high-impact AI use cases aligned to strategy in each function. Once value is proven, we drive <b>Adoption </b>across workflows to embed it operationally."
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"As adoption deepens, we achieve <b>Value Scaling</b> - expanding across functions, geographies, and additional use cases . That leads to measurable <b>Value Realisation</b> which funds and accelerates the next wave of value creation. This is how ROI becomes compounding value."
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<b>The Agility Equation</b>
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A central moment of the keynote was the introduction of a simple formula:
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Acceleration comes from technology investment and ambition. Friction comes from complexity, silos, slow decision rights, and misaligned incentives.
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"Agility is not a talent issue. It is not a capability issue, not a software issue," Malina said. "It is a leadership choice and a system design issue."
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She opined that most companies overinvest in acceleration while underinvesting in friction removal - leaving AI initiatives stalled in pilots rather than scaled across the enterprise.
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"The question is not how to add more speed," she said. "It is what friction leaders are willing to remove."
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Closing the session, Malina positioned AI as a defining leadership test for the industry.
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"AI will not transform the company because you bought it. It will transform your company because you led it."
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"The return on AI doesn't come from the tool. It comes from the courage to change how the company works."
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"GenAI will not just change how retailers and manufacturers work - it will change how we work together."
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"Retail will become more human, not less. Technology will be invisible. Customers will remember how we made them feel, not how advanced our systems were."
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In an environment defined by margin pressure, supply chain volatility, and shifting consumer expectations, the message resonated clearly: AI-driven agility is no longer optional - it is structural.
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<h4>About AS Watson Group</h4>
<p>Established in 1841, AS Watson Group is one of the world's longest-standing and most recognised retail companies with roots in Asia. Today, the company operates over 17,000 stores across 12 retail brands in 31 markets, employing 130,000 people globally. This makes AS Watson Group the largest international health and beauty retailer in the world.
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AS Watson Group supported over 180 charitable and non-profit organisations every year, dedicating over 40,000 hours of volunteer work to serve over 370,000 people in need in our operating markets.
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AS Watson Group is also a member of the world-renowned multinational conglomerate CK Hutchison Holdings Limited, which has four core businesses - ports and related services, retail, infrastructure and telecommunications in over 50 countries.
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One of the most accomplished forwards of his generation, Suarez will provide exclusive match predictions, analysis, and expert commentary throughout the tournament for the global 1win audience. His insights and match analytics will be published across the 1win platforms, helping football fans engage with the biggest sporting event of the year from a professional player's perspective.
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Luis Suárez is widely regarded as one of the greatest strikers in modern football history. The Suarez is the all-time leading goalscorer of the Uruguay national team, a two-time European Golden Shoe winner, UEFA Champions League champion, five-time Spanish champion, and the recipient of the Best Player award at the 2011 Copa America.
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"Luis Suarez represents football passion, elite performance, and a deep understanding of the game. We are excited to welcome him to 1win during the FIFA World Cup 2026 and provide our audience with unique expert content from one of football's most respected figures," said a spokesperson for 1win.
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<h4>About 1win</h4>
<p>1win is an international entertainment platform operating across multiple markets worldwide. Through partnerships with internationally recognized athletes and celebrities, the company creates engaging experiences and premium content for audiences worldwide.</p>
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      <title>Fleet Management Champions 'Silent' Seafarers Navigating Rising Geopolitical Tensions</title>
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      <description><![CDATA[HONG KONG SAR - Media OutReach Newswire - 25 June 2026 - To mark the International Day of the Seafarer, Fleet Management Limited (Fleet Management) has called for greater global recognition of the "silent professionals" keeping global supply chains moving, alongside the launch of "Pulse", its new ...]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[HONG KONG SAR - <a href="https://www.media-outreach.com/">Media OutReach Newswire</a> - 25 June 2026 - To mark the International Day of the Seafarer, Fleet Management Limited (Fleet Management) has called for greater global recognition of the "silent professionals" keeping global supply chains moving, alongside the launch of "Pulse", its new seafarer app designed to provide continuous, practical support at sea.
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As tensions ease across key corridors such as the Strait of Hormuz, Fleet Management supports renewed multilateral efforts to address a troubling pattern in which seafarers, as civilians, are repeatedly exposed to conflict, and to ensure they are protected from its human cost.
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Dr. Harry Banga, Founder and Executive Chairman of The Caravel Group and Fleet Management Limited, said: "Countries, industries and communities rely on seafarers to keep essential goods flowing. Waterways like the Strait of Hormuz are key arteries of the global economy. When disrupted, the impact is immediate. Costs rise. Supply chains tighten. Today is a reminder that the industry and governments must act decisively to uphold safe and free navigation, so seafarers can sail with confidence."
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Echoing the International Maritime Organization's (IMO) 2026 theme, <i>"Carrying world trade. Carrying the risks,"</i> Fleet Management emphasises that while seafarers drive global commerce, they are increasingly placed on the frontline of geopolitical disruptions to keep essential fuel, food and goods moving. Since February, an estimated 20,000 civilian seafarers, including around 600 under Fleet Management's care, have borne these risks daily, navigating volatile waters and, at times, remaining at anchorage for extended periods until conditions stabilise.
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Captain Rajalingam Subramaniam, Chief Executive Officer of Fleet Management Limited, said: "As a company, and as an industry, we have a responsibility to speak up. Seafarers are civilians who carry responsibility in the face of risk and adversity, in conditions beyond their control. This must not become the new normal. They must be seen, heard and properly protected. We are encouraged by the IMO-led evacuation efforts underway to restore safe transit, and hope confidence will soon rebuild."
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Fleet Management takes a systematic approach to protecting its seafarers in high-risk environments, prioritising physical and mental wellbeing and strong ship-shore connectivity. Developments are monitored around the clock, with routes adjusted as needed and constant communication maintained to safeguard crews, vessels and the environment. As conditions evolve, any resumption of transit is assessed on a vessel-by-vessel basis. Ships cannot simply turn their engines on and go. Each is evaluated against its own risk matrix, ensuring every movement is deliberate, controlled and grounded in safety.
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Fleet Management remains committed to safe, fair and responsible sailing practices that put seafarers first. Through Fleet Care, seafarers have access to 24/7 mental health support, wellbeing programmes and family initiatives that provide connection and reassurance at home. Across the fleet, one million meals are served each year to support nutrition, while industry-leading insurance ensures protection at sea and while on leave. Together, these measures reduce pressure, share the load and help seafarers stay safe, supported and focused in demanding conditions.
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<b>The Launch of Pulse: Connecting Seafarers to 24/7 Support, Onboard and Onshore</b>
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Angad Banga, Chief Executive Officer of The Caravel Group and Executive Director of Fleet Management Limited, stated: "Recognition has to translate into action. Not once a year, but every day. That means understanding the pressures our seafarers operate under, and responding with consistent, practical support. At Fleet, this shows up in the decisions we make, and the systems we build to support our crews."
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Today, Fleet Management launched <b>Pulse</b>. Far more than an app, it is a digital lifeline for its 27,000-strong seafaring community, simplifying life at sea. Designed for life at sea, Pulse brings documents and updates into one place, reducing administrative burden and giving seafarers greater clarity and control, while providing 24/7 access to critical physical and mental health support. It ensures they stay connected and can access Fleet Care resources at any time, whether on board or on leave. For Fleet Management's global community, Pulse represents a significant step in turning commitment into consistent, everyday support.
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With over 80 percent of global trade travelling by sea, the vital contributions of seafarers and the daily challenges they manage often remain unseen. To address this, Fleet Management launched global advocacy and educational initiatives this week to highlight both the importance of seafarers and the realities of life at sea.
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Fleet Management's crewing offices across India, the Philippines and China have delivered targeted family outreach initiatives, including the Fleet Care Family Outreach Programme, providing health and wellbeing support to seafarer families, alongside community engagement activities. These efforts are supported across offices worldwide and in multi-city public awareness campaigns reaching audiences across major cities to build broader understanding and recognition. Together, these initiatives reinforce Fleet Management's commitment to making seafarers visible, valued and supported both at sea and at home.
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Supported by strong training investments, including over 80,000 certificates issued annually and 500 cadets trained each year at the International Maritime Institute (IMI), Fleet Management ensures its workforce remains skilled, resilient and fully supported at sea.
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<h4>About Fleet Management Limited</h4>
<p>Fleet Management Limited, part of The Caravel Group, is one of the world's largest third-party ship managers, with more than 600 vessels under management. This scale bears testament to the resilience and commitment of thousands of seafarers and onshore maritime professionals serving shipowners worldwide. Fleet manages a range of vessels, including bulk carriers, containers, car carriers, oil tankers, gas carriers and chemical tankers from 600 to 320,000 DWT in size, with many being young and energy-efficient with an age profile below the industry average. The company also has a dynamic newbuilding supervision department.
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      <link>https://sloveniatimes.com/48087/evb-successfully-concludes-power2drive-europe-2026-with-advanced-ev-charging-solutions</link>
      <pubDate>Thu, 25 Jun 2026 10:09:22 +0200</pubDate>
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      <description><![CDATA[MUNICH, GERMANY - Media OutReach Newswire - 25 June 2026 - EVB successfully concluded its June 23-25 exhibition at Power2Drive Europe 2026 at Messe München, where it connected with global industry professionals and highlighted its latest EV charging, energy storage, and power management solutions ...]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[MUNICH, GERMANY - <a href="https://www.media-outreach.com/">Media OutReach Newswire</a> - 25 June 2026 - EVB successfully concluded its <b>June 23-25 </b>exhibition at Power2Drive Europe 2026 at Messe München, where it connected with global industry professionals and highlighted its latest EV charging, energy storage, and power management solutions for cleaner, smarter, and more efficient energy systems.
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<li><b>Floor-mounted AC EV Charger:</b> Featuring a 21-inch LCD touch screen, POS payment, and ISO 15118-2 certification, it combines EV charging and digital advertising for retail, parking, and urban charging hubs.</li>
<li><b>Liquid-Cooled DC Charger: </b>With up to 480 kW output and a modular design that supports independent operation, it is built for high-demand public and commercial charging scenarios, delivering reliable performance with easier operation and maintenance.</li>
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EVB also showcased its award-winning BUDC Ultra Fast Charger 150 kW, an <b>ultra-thin dual-gun charger</b> honored with Red Dot and iF Design Awards. Featuring a 75 kW liquid-cooled module and a slim 100 mm body, it delivers reliable, low-noise fast charging for space-limited scenarios.
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<b>Strengthening Global Partnerships</b>
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<h4>About EVB</h4>
<p>EVB is a global provider of smart EV charging solutions.Backed by over 100 patents and international certifications, EVB has a presence in nearly 70 countries and has delivered more than 25,000 projects worldwide, providing reliable, high-speed, and eco-friendly charging infrastructure to support the clean energy transition.
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      <title>ISCA Will Lead Singapore's Accountancy Profession March In NDP 2026 For The First Time</title>
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      <description><![CDATA[SINGAPORE - Media OutReach Newswire - 25 June 2026 - For the first time, Singapore's accountancy profession will be represented in the National Day Parade (NDP), as the Institute of Singapore Chartered Accountants (ISCA) leads a civilian marching contingent made up of accountants, aspiring ...]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[SINGAPORE - <a href="https://www.media-outreach.com">Media OutReach Newswire</a> - 25 June 2026 - For the first time, Singapore's accountancy profession will be represented in the National Day Parade (NDP), as the Institute of Singapore Chartered Accountants (ISCA) leads a civilian marching contingent made up of accountants, aspiring Chartered Accountants, students, educators and partners from across the profession.
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Mr Ng said: "This is not an opportunity that comes by often. Taking part in NDP has given me the chance to reflect on my journey in the profession and to contribute in a different way. What has been especially meaningful is marching alongside younger members of the profession and seeing that shared sense of pride and purpose grow week by week."
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Mr Lye said: "It has been demanding, but also deeply rewarding. NDP has shown me another side of teamwork, one built on discipline, trust and shared commitment. I am proud to be part of ISCA's first contingent and to represent a profession that plays such an important role in business and society."
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As Singapore marks its 61st year of independence, ISCA's participation in NDP 2026 recognises the contributions of the accountancy profession to nation building. From strengthening financial stewardship and governance to supporting business confidence and public trust, the profession has long played an important role in Singapore's progress.
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ISCA President Mr Lee Boon Teck said: "This is a proud first for ISCA and for the accountancy profession. Accountants often work behind the scenes, but the work they do helps build trust in business, institutions and the wider economy. Marching at NDP is a meaningful way to recognise those contributions and to show younger Singaporeans that accountancy is a profession with purpose."
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<li>First NDP marching contingent representing Singapore's accountancy profession.</li>
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<h4>Institute of Singapore Chartered Accountants (ISCA)</h4>
<p>The Institute of Singapore Chartered Accountants (ISCA) is the national accountancy body of Singapore. Established in 1963, ISCA administers the Singapore Chartered Accountant Qualification programme and is the designated entity by the Singapore Ministry of Finance to confer the Chartered Accountant of Singapore [CA (Singapore)] designation.
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      <description><![CDATA[Ever since it was first founded in 2021, the Museum of Slovenian Independence has been yet another bone of contention between the right wing and the left wing. The previous, centre-left administration merged it with the Museum of Contemporary History in 2023, but the new government re-established ...]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Ever since it was first founded in 2021, the Museum of Slovenian Independence has been yet another bone of contention between the right wing and the left wing. The previous, centre-left administration merged it with the Museum of Contemporary History in 2023, but the new government re-established the museum only a few weeks after it assumed office.</p>
<p>The museum was founded by the third government led by Prime Minister Janez Janša, and shortly after his return to power this month, it became an independent institution again.</p>
<p>The aim of the museum is to collect, preserve and study in one place the items and archives tied to Slovenia's independence and to present relevant knowledge and values in exhibitions, the government said.</p>
<p>The museum will also serve as the central institution to support the scientific and research work dedicated to the country's democratisation and independence efforts.</p>
<p>In what the government sees as the perfect timing, the move practically coincides with the 35th anniversary of Slovenia's independence as the country observes Statehood Day on 25 June.</p>
<p><b>The museum to open as soon as possible</b></p>
<p>The process to re-establish the museum has been launched, and Culture Minister Ignacija Fridl Jarc hopes the institution would open as soon as possible.</p>
<p>Its offices will be on Metelkova 6 in a building owned by the Culture Ministry. It will be located in three of the rooms there that are now vacant.</p>
<p>Meanwhile, the ministry is considering other possible locations, Fridl Jarc said, noting that the premises originally planned for the museum now house the national archives.</p>
<p>€150,000 is earmarked for the museum this year and €300,000 next year, and the funding could further increase in the coming years.</p>
<p><b>Some opposition parties see museum as Janša's personal project</b></p>
<p>The re-establishment has sparked criticism from the opposition, including former Culture Minister and Left MP Asta Vrečko, who said the Museum of Slovenian Independence was nothing but a museum of Janša, a major independence-era figure, and his friends.</p>
<p>"It is an obvious political project where they want to write history from their viewpoint," she said, adding that it would divide the people.</p>
<p>Lenart Žavbi, an MP for the Freedom Movement, the party of the now former Prime Minister Robert Golob, largely echoed the sentiment. He hopes this time around the museum, as an independent institution, will have its own collection.</p>
<p>Back in 2021, when the museum was first established, some experts pointed to the lack of public debate and the fact that other institutions had been in charge of preserving the exhibits and archives of the country's independence efforts for decades and had the necessary expertise to do that.</p>
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      <title>Pulsar International ("Pulsar") announces agreement as an authorized reseller of Amazon Leo to bring high-speed satellite internet to commercial maritime customers</title>
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HONG KONG SAR - <a href="https://www.media-outreach.com/">Media OutReach Newswire</a> - 25 June 2026 - Pulsar, a leading global mobile satellite service provider, announced an agreement with Amazon Leo, Amazon's low Earth orbit satellite network. Under the agreement, Pulsar will serve as an authorized reseller, bringing high-performance satellite internet to maritime customers. As the first authorized reseller that has an office in Hong Kong, Pulsar will provide prompt customer support with regional expertise.
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<p>Pulsar International ("Pulsar") is a leading provider of satellite communications products and services, offering voice, data, and IoT solutions to customers in commercial maritime, Agri-tech, enterprise, and government markets. Pulsar operates across the globe, with offices located in North America, Latin America, Europe, Middle East, and Asia Pacific. Its global headquarters is in Hollywood, FL, USA. For more information about Pulsar and how we can transform your connectivity and end-to-end solutions beyond the ordinary, visit www.pulsarbeyond.com.
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SINGAPORE - <a href="https://www.media-outreach.com/">Media OutReach Newswire</a> - 25 June 2026 - Trashure Hunt 2026 will open its award ceremony and public exhibition this Saturday, 27 June, at Raffles City Shopping Centre, inviting Singaporeans to see how discarded materials can be transformed into artworks that spark practical conversations on waste, recycling and climate action.
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Organised by Adsan Law LLC and Ode To Art in support of Go Green SG 2026, Trashure Hunt arrives as Singapore continues to push for stronger everyday sustainability habits. While national conversations around climate action often focus on large-scale infrastructure or policy, the exhibition brings the issue closer to the public by showing how creativity can change the way people see the materials they throw away.
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The exhibition is part of the fourth edition of Go Green SG, the national sustainability movement led by the Ministry of Sustainability and the Environment. This year's edition runs from 11 May to 28 June 2026 and features more than 1,000 sustainability-focused activities by around 500 partners across Singapore, with a focus on climate adaptation. Against that backdrop, Trashure Hunt brings the message into a familiar public space: a shopping mall, where everyday consumption and environmental responsibility naturally meet.
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Following the close of submissions on 20 June, selected artworks created from clean recyclable or discarded materials will be showcased at Raffles City Shopping Centre from 27 June to 4 July 2026. Entries are assessed on creativity, use of materials, sustainability message, craftsmanship and overall impact. Winners will receive a share of a SGD 9,000 prize pool, with first prize at SGD 5,000, second prize at SGD 3,000 and third prize at SGD 1,000.
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As the Green Energy Partner for Trashure Hunt 2026, GoRentalSG supported the event's vision of turning waste into wonder by demonstrating how sustainability can be activated not only through art, but also through the way events are powered. For this event, GoRentalSG provided 216kWh of clean energy and helped avoid an estimated 583kg of emissions, proving that every gathering, exhibition and public experience has the potential to become part of a cleaner energy future.
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<h4>About GoRentalSG</h4>
<p>GoRentalSG is a Singapore-based clean energy solutions provider powering the transition towards cleaner, quieter and more sustainable operations across events, worksites, businesses and urban spaces. By replacing conventional diesel generator dependency with intelligent, mobile battery energy systems, GoRentalSG enables organisations to reduce emissions without compromising reliability, scalability or performance. Through practical deployment, data-driven energy planning and future-ready battery solutions, GoRentalSG continues to help Singapore's events and industries move towards a more resilient, low-carbon tomorrow. Learn more at<a href="https://www.gorental.sg/"> GoRentalSG</a>.
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HONG KONG SAR - <a href="https://www.media-outreach.com/">Media OutReach Newswire</a> - 25 June 2026 - The robotics team from Aberdeen Technical School (ATS), ATS Robot, has shone brightly on the academic innovation and technology stage in recent years. The team has actively participated in top-tier competitions, such as the "International Youth Tech Olympics," the "Hong Kong Secondary School Robotics Competition," and the "Robofest BottleSumo Robotics Competition," earning numerous accolades.
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<p>Founded in 1935 and managed by the Salesians of Don Bosco, Aberdeen Technical School is one of the few government-subsidized secondary schools in Hong Kong offering a boarding program. The school emphasizes holistic student development through a structured daily routine and communal living, encouraging students to <b>"</b>learn to study and learn to be", nurturing students to have a balanced academic development, STEM learning and personal growth.</p>
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"Kenanga Investors is proud to continue its support of BEST for this meaningful initiative. Our 'Invest for Good' ethos guides us in leading with purpose, integrity, and compassion, ensuring that our financial expertise and resources are leveraged to create a lasting, positive impact on the world. We are eager to help this programme achieve its objectives of raising awareness on the importance of eco-tourism and sustainable practices to preserve the rich biodiversity of our oceans for generations to come," said Datuk Wira Ismitz Matthew De Alwis, Chief Executive Officer and Executive Director of KIB.
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"We are thrilled to continue our efforts through Phase 4 of this initiative. With the support of Kenanga Investors Berhad and PADI AWARE Foundation, we are making significant strides in protecting our oceans and fostering environmental responsibility," said Mohd Ariff Bin Ismail, Programme Director from BEST.
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The <b>LSEG Lipper Fund Awards 2026</b> recognised four funds under the Malaysia Provident Funds category; Kenanga Growth Fund was named Equity Malaysia (5 Years), Kenanga Growth Fund Series 2 was awarded Equity Malaysia Diversified (3 Years), Kenanga Malaysian Inc Fund was awarded Equity Malaysia Diversified (10 Years) while Kenanga Managed Growth Fund was recognised with the title Mixed Asset MYR Balanced - Malaysia (10 Years).
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The Hong Kong-based Asia Asset Management's ("AAM") <b>2026 Best of the Best Awards</b> awarded Kenanga Investors under the following categories, Malaysia Best Impact Investing Manager, Best Impact Investing Manager in ASEAN, Malaysia Best Equity Manager, Malaysia CEO of the Year (Co-Winner), Malaysia CIO of the Year, Malaysia Best House for Alternatives and Malaysia Best ESG Engagement Initiative.
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At the AAM <b>ETF Awards 2026</b>, Kenanga Investors received an accolade under the category Malaysia Leverage and Inverse ETF of the Year for the Kenanga KLCI Daily 1x Inverse ETF. The <b>IFN Investor Awards 2025</b> awarded the Kenanga Islamic Balanced Fund under the categories of "IFN Investor Best Balanced Mixed Assets Fund in Malaysia - MYR 2025", "IFN Investor Best Balanced Mixed Assets Fund in Asia Pacific 2025", and "IFN Investor Best Global Balanced Mixed Assets Fund 2025".
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The <b>FPAM Financial Planning Leadership Award 2025</b> presented Kenanga Investors with the Platinum Award under the Charter Member Category, highlighting our dedication to shaping the future of financial planning. For the ninth consecutive year, we were affirmed an investment manager rating of IMR-2 by Malaysian Rating Corporation Berhad, since first rated in 2017. The IMR rating on reflects the fund management company's well-established investment processes and sound risk management practices</p>
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      <content:encoded><![CDATA[SINGAPORE - <a href="https://www.media-outreach.com">Media OutReach Newswire</a> - 25 June 2026 - Impossible Marketing, Singapore's leading <a href="https://www.impossible.sg/our-services/search-engine-optimization-seo/">SEO agency</a> and pioneer of <a href="https://www.impossible.sg/our-services/ai-seo/">AI SEO</a>, has announced the launch of ImpossiblePlus™ - a proprietary AI visibility platform built to help businesses track how their brand is being recommended, cited, and positioned across AI-powered search engines.
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ImpossiblePlus™ monitors the exact queries potential customers are typing into AI search platforms and flags not just where a brand appears, but where it doesn't. By identifying high-intent prompts where a client is absent from AI-generated answers, the agency can immediately pinpoint new opportunities and get to work closing those gaps.
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ImpossiblePlus™ pinpoints the specific pages on a website that AI platforms are referencing as trusted sources, and lets users read those AI-generated answers word for word - so brands know exactly how they are being positioned and whether the right message is being conveyed.
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<h4>About Impossible Marketing</h4>
<p>Established in 2012, Impossible Marketing has received multiple industry accolades, including Search Marketing Agency of the Year, Lead Generation Agency of the Year, Best Digital Strategist, and many others. Over the past decade, it has helped more than 2,000 businesses across Singapore and Southeast Asia improve their online visibility and achieve top-ranking positions on Google, while earning over 700 5-star reviews from satisfied clients. The agency is also a PSG pre-approved vendor, allowing eligible SMEs to benefit from up to 50% grant support for selected digital marketing solutions.
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SINGAPORE - <a href="https://www.media-outreach.com/">Media OutReach Newswire</a> - 25 June 2026 - MET Group has published its Climate Impact Report 2025, highlighting how the company continues to balance decarbonisation, security of supply, and affordability through an integrated portfolio of gas, LNG, renewables, and energy storage solutions.
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The Climate Impact Report reflects a year of continued progress in MET Group's climate journey, including growth in green electricity generation, an increased share of energy transition investments in the company's capital allocation, and the first GHG inventory subject to third-party limited assurance.
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In his first Climate Impact Report statement as Group CEO, Huibert Vigeveno emphasised: "Our ambition to be a European energy champion, able to provide our customers with cleaner energy, positions us to support Europe in addressing the energy transition trilemma of decarbonisation, security of supply, and affordability - advancing the transition in a way that is commercially sustainable, operationally reliable, and affordable for the customers and stakeholders we serve."
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<p>MET Group is an integrated European energy company, headquartered in Switzerland, with activities and assets in natural gas, LNG, power, and renewables. MET serves customers in 24 countries through subsidiaries, and is present in 33 national energy markets as well as 51 international trading hubs. The company's 1,400+ employees represent close to 60 nationalities. MET has extensive experience operating renewable and flexible assets, thus providing the widest possible support to energy transition. In 2025, MET Group's consolidated sales revenue amounted to EUR 28.5 billion, with a total transacted volume of natural gas amounting to 241 BCM and total traded electricity of 160 TWh.</p>
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      <description><![CDATA[BANGKOK, THAILAND - Media OutReach Newswire - 25 June 2026 - SCG, ASEAN's leading low-carbon cement manufacturer, co-hosted Cemtech ASIA 2026, a world-class conference and exhibition for the global cement sector held from June 14 to 17, 2026. Driven by a shared commitment to accelerating ...]]></description>
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<li><b>Rondo Heat Battery:</b> SCG has pioneered ASEAN's first installation of the Rondo Heat Battery at the Ta Luang Cement Plant. Developed in collaboration with Rondo Energy, this breakthrough thermal energy storage solution converts intermittent renewable power into high-temperature thermal energy, storing it at up to 1,500°C in thermal media. With an exceptional energy recovery efficiency of up to 97% and a lifespan exceeding 40 years, the system provides a continuous 24/7 supply of clean heat, supporting the decarbonization of industrial manufacturing processes.</li>
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      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Slovenia's largest electricity trader Gen-I has completed the acquisition of three utility-scale battery energy storage systems in Bulgaria. The deal marks the first international investments by the group's subsidiary Gen-I Invest.</p>
<p>The facilities Belovo, Momchilgrad and Parvomay 1, which have a combined capacity of 30 megawatts (MW) and 76 megawatt hours (MWh) of storage, were acquired this month.</p>
<p>Following the acquisition the battery storage portfolio of Gen-I Invest, the group's subsidiary in charge of managing investments in renewables, has increased to 42 MW/100 MWh.</p>
<p>These are Gen-I Invest's first investments outside Slovenia and a significant milestone in its international growth, Gen-I Group said in a press release.</p>
<p>The goal is to acquire additional storage systems with a total capacity of 100 MW by the end of this year.</p>
<p>Gen-I stepped up its international investment activities in 2022 and 2024 with the construction of large solar power plants in <a href="/35655/gen-i-launches-largest-solar-plant-in-north-macedonia">North Macedonia</a> with a combined capacity of 29 MW.</p>
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HONG KONG SAR - <a href="https://www.media-outreach.com/">Media OutReach Newswire</a> - 24 June 2026 - <b>Mannings is launching its "Safe Disposal of Unused Medicines Programme" for the fourth consecutive year. </b>This year, the programme further expands its collection network through collaboration with six community organisations,<b> increasing the number of collection points across Hong Kong to 75. From 26 June to 23 July 2026, citizens can visit any of the 62 Mannings stores with pharmacies (except Elements, Landmark, Uptown Plaza, and Airport branches) or 13 designated community organisation collection points</b> to dispose of leftover or expired medications (pills only, excluding dangerous drugs, liquid medications, and Chinese medicines) in the "Unused Medicines Collection Box."
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The participating community organisations this year include the Christian Family Service Centre, Hong Kong Christian Service, St. James' Settlement, The Hong Kong Society for Rehabilitation, Hong Kong Family Community Pharmacy, and HKUMed Community Pharmacy. These organisations will set up "Unused Medicines Collection Boxes" at 13 designated service centres to facilitate proper disposal. Hong Kong Christian Service will also continue to collect the unused medicines and provide pharmaceutical knowledge directly to the elderly through its home care outreach services, promoting safe medication use.
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All collected medicines will be handed over to a chemical waste collector licensed by the Environmental Protection Department and then properly destroyed at a chemical waste treatment centre. The programme encourages citizens to join hands with Mannings in safely disposing of unused medicines, enhancing medication knowledge, and safeguarding both the environment and community health. Please note that the disposal service is available only during the hours when Mannings pharmacists or healthcare professionals at community organisations are on duty. For more details, you can visit any Mannings pharmacy branch or consult a pharmacist on duty via WhatsApp (<b><a href="https://bit.ly/400s4sc">https://bit.ly/400s4sc</a></b>).
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Mannings aims to address the issue at its source by encouraging citizens to develop the habit of regularly checking their home medicine cabinets. This helps prevent excessive storage of medicines, reduces waste, and minimises environmental pollution, while ensuring safe medication use. In addition to the Collection Boxes, Mannings registered pharmacists will enhance support in providing free medication counselling services to assist citizens with any medication-related questions. Citizens who have medication-related enquiries can bring their medicines to any Mannings pharmacy or consult a pharmacist via WhatsApp (<b><a href="https://bit.ly/400s4sc">https://bit.ly/400s4sc</a></b>). Pharmacists will explain in detail whether medications overlap or interact, and guide proper usage to reduce accumulation and waste. The service requires no appointment and is completely free of charge.
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As the first major community pharmacy chain in Hong Kong to pioneer unused medicine disposal services, Mannings has successfully collected and properly disposed of over 15 million tablets between 2023 and 2025. Mannings' registered pharmacists also sort, tally, and analyse the collected medicines, helping to reduce environmental impact while gaining insights into and educating the public on proper medication practices. This reflects Mannings' commitment to fulfilling its social responsibility as a community pharmacy and safeguarding public health.
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Chiu further states, "Community pharmacists play a vital role in this process. Beyond providing disposal services, they also educate and counsel citizens to establish correct medication habits. Through this programme, Mannings hopes to help the public understand that medication management and environmental protection are equally important, and that both can progress hand in hand to contribute to community health and sustainable development."
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<h4>About Mannings</h4>
<p>Mannings is Hong Kong's largest health and beauty products chain store with over 320 outlets and over 60 in-store pharmacies operating in Hong Kong and Macau, providing a wide range of quality health care, personal care, skin care and baby products to customers. Our team of Community Health Professionals is available at many of our stores, offering expert advice and free consultations from registered Pharmacists, Dieticians, Beauty and Health Advisors. Mannings has been named by the Hong Kong Retail Management Association (HKRMA) as "Quality Service Retailer of the Year - Personal Care Products Category" for 15 consecutive years (2011 to 2025). Mannings has also been recognised as the "No.1 Most Preferred Brand" in online surveys conducted by global market research company Ipsos (2021-2024) and Nielsen (2025-2026) in Hong Kong for six consecutive years.</p>
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      <content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Architect and writer Ajda Bračič has won the prestigious Kresnik Prize for the novel of the year for <i>Kresničevje</i>, a multilayered story about guilt, nature and survival. A poetic narrative, the debut novel delves into generational trauma and environmental issues.</p>
<p>The title refers to the perennial plant <i>Aruncus dioicus</i>, commonly known as goat's beard, and the forest itself is basically a character in the novel. <i>Kresničevje</i> intertwines the elements of horror, spiritualism and oral literature while telling the stories of three protagonists.</p>
<p>The novel, which also won Bračič this year's literary critics' choice award, focuses on Agnes, a young woman who is searching for her missing sister in a remote forest in Koroška, a region in north Slovenia.</p>
<p>It explores the issues of personal and collective guilt, human relationships with nature, and the possibility of survival in a world full of uncertainty.</p>
<p>The Kresnik Prize jury praised the author's poetic voice, a style that helps build a special atmosphere including by evoking incantations, and her well-constructed characters.</p>
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<p>Bračič accepted the prize, which comes along with €7,000, at an event at the Švicarija venue in Tivoli Park on 23 June.</p>
<p>She said she had serious doubts writing <i>Kresničevje</i>, and she wondered whether it would be a huge success or a complete failure. The lesson she has learned writing the novel about the relationship between humans and nature is that it is "extremely difficult to put yourself in the shoes of the other" and that one's own subjectivity cannot be transcended through linguistic and stylistic approaches.</p>
<p>She believes that in this day and age people should strive to meet each other halfway despite all odds.</p>
<p>Born in 1990, Bračič is an author, editor, curator and architect. Her first literary work was a collection of short stories <i>Leteči ljudje</i> (<i>Flying People</i>) in 2022, which also won the critics' choice award.</p>
<p><b>Seven woman laureates to date</b></p>
<p>Handed out by the publisher Delo, the annual Kresnik Prize has been conferred since 1991 and is considered the most prestigious best novel award in the country. Bračič's win marks the seventh time a woman author has received the prize.</p>
<p>For decades the award ceremony was held atop Rožnik hill in Ljubljana, but the event has now moved to Švicarija. Delo Mediji director Dejan Novaković told the newspaper Delo that the aim of the move was to make the ceremony more accessible and increase the turnout.</p>
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The investment is made in the form of convertible dividend preference shares (CDPS) issued by Vinpearl. Jefferies acted as the exclusive financial advisor to Vinpearl on this transaction.
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The transaction demonstrates strong confidence from leading global investors in the long-term growth potential of Vinpearl, as well as Vietnam's tourism and hospitality sector.
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<b>A representative of SeaTown </b>commented: <i>"Vietnam's tourism and hospitality sector continues to demonstrate long-term growth potential, driven by rising domestic demand and growing international arrivals. As </i><i>an </i><i>experienced, long-term investor in Vietnam, we are committed to supporting the market's next phase of development, and view Vinpearl as a well-positioned partner in this dynamic sector."</i>
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<b>A representative of VOI</b> commented: <i>"As a capital bridge between Oman, the wider GCC and Vietnam, VOI has been an active investor in Vietnam for many years, with investments across a range of sectors and companies. We see Vietnam as one of the most dynamic economies in the region, with substantial long-term growth potential. Based on that conviction, we are broadening our investment focus into new high-growth areas, and Vinpearl is a flagship example of this strategy. As one of Vietnam's leading hospitality and tourism platforms, Vinpearl is well-positioned to benefit from rising domestic consumption, growing international arrivals and continued sector expansion."</i>
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Founded and headquartered in Singapore since 2009, SeaTown is a leading Asia-focused alternative investment firm with deep expertise across private and public markets. Owned by Seviora Holdings, Temasek's asset management group, SeaTown is a trusted steward of capital, investing alongside its investors in conviction-driven strategies. As a partner, SeaTown strives to deliver compelling risk-adjusted returns by leveraging its extensive relationship network, decades of investing experience and astute global perspectives.
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OIA is the sovereign wealth fund of the Sultanate of Oman, with a mandate to invest globally across diversified asset classes. In Vietnam, OIA invests through VOI, its dedicated investment platform and asset manager. VOI serves as a capital bridge between Oman, the wider GCC and Vietnam. Since its establishment, VOI has deployed significant capital across a range of sectors in Vietnam and continues to broaden its portfolio in high-growth areas.
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Founded in 2003, Vinpearl is a leading Vietnamese brand in tourism, hospitality, entertainment and experiences. Over more than two decades of development, Vinpearl operates 60 facilities across 20 provinces and cities. Its ecosystem includes 5-star hotels and resorts with over 17,500 rooms; 16 VinWonders theme parks offering diverse attractions for all age groups; 6 world-class golf courses; and 3 international-standard convention and performing arts centers VinPalace. In addition, it operates 2 semi-wildlife conservation parks, an equestrian academy, and large-scale live entertainment shows in destinations such as Nha Trang and Phu Quoc, attracting millions of visitors annually.
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HONG KONG SAR/SAN DIEGO, UNITED STATES - <a href="https://www.media-outreach.com/">Media OutReach Newswire</a> - 24 June 2026 - Hong Kong Science and Technology Parks Corporation (HKSTP), in collaboration with InvestHK as co-organiser, the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) as supporting organisation, and five renowned local universities - The University of Hong Kong, The Chinese University of Hong Kong, The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University and City University of Hong Kong - to form the city's largest-ever delegation of life and health technology innovators to the BIO International Convention 2026 (BIO 2026) in San Diego, from June 22 to 25.
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Building on last year's momentum, the 2026 Hong Kong delegation doubled the size of the Hong Kong Pavilion, expanding to a record of 41 organisations from HKSTP, including partner companies, research institutes, and for the first time with top five universities spin-offs. This landmark presence showcased Hong Kong's deep strength across AI-enabled biotech, therapeutics, diagnostics, and pharma innovation, with potential outstanding "First-in-Class" and "Best-in-Class" assets. The delegation underscores the city's leading role as Asia's largest and the world's second largest fundraising hub for the biotechnology sector.
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<b>Mr. </b><b>Terry Wong, CEO of HKSTP</b>, said, "BIO 2026 is a premier platform to showcase Hong Kong's groundbreaking innovation, deepen partnerships, and open new pathways into global healthcare markets. As a super-connector, Hong Kong is uniquely positioned to bridge global innovators with opportunities across Asia and beyond. With strong R&amp;D capabilities backed by world-class universities-five ranked among the QS Top 100, including two with medical schools now placed in the global top 20-Hong Kong's biotech and medical research excellence is increasingly recognised worldwide. As the city's innovation ecosystem orchestrator, HKSTP brings together talent, capital, research institutions, clinical partners, and industry leaders to accelerate the journey from discovery to impact. We will continue to empower life and health technology ventures, translating innovation breakthroughs into life-changing solutions that benefit communities around the world."
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<b>HKSTP and </b><b>P</b><b>ark </b><b>Companies </b><b>A</b><b>dvanced</b><b> in </b><b>C</b><b>ross-border </b><b>I</b><b>nnovation and </b><b>M</b><b>arket </b><b>E</b><b>xpansion</b>
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Beyond the BIO 2026 Hong Kong Pavilion, HKSTP CEO Mr Terry Wong attended the "Translating Innovation Across Borders: Creating Global Gateways for Biotech Startups" panel sharing session. Mr. Wong shared his insights on cutting-edge biotech trends, Hong Kong's strengths on life and health tech development, and HKSTP's role in building a global bridge for nurturing global startup expansion, sustainable innovation and collaboration.
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<h4>Hong Kong Science and Technology Parks Corporation</h4>
<p>Hong Kong Science and Technology Parks Corporation (HKSTP) was established in 2001 to create a thriving I&amp;T ecosystem grooming 13 unicorns, more than 17,000 research professionals and over 2,500 technology companies from 26 countries and regions focused on developing healthtech, AI and robotics, fintech and smart city technologies, etc.
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Our growing innovation ecosystem offers comprehensive support to attract and nurture talent, accelerate and commercialise innovation for technology ventures, with the I&amp;T journey built around our key locations of Hong Kong Science Park in Pak Shek Kok, InnoCentre in Kowloon Tong and three modern InnoParks in Tai Po, Tseung Kwan O and Yuen Long realising a vision of new industrialisation for Hong Kong, where sectors including advanced manufacturing, micro-electronics and biotechnology are being reimagined.
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Hong Kong Science Park Shenzhen Branch in Futian, Shenzhen plays positive roles in connecting the world and the mainland with our proximity, strengthening cross-border exchange to bring advantages in attracting global talent and allowing possibilities for the development of technology companies in seven key areas: Medtech, big data and AI, robotics, new materials, microelectronics, fintech and sustainability, with both dry and wet laboratories, co-working space, conference and exhibition facilities, and more.
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Under the agreements, VEC and its partners will collaborate to develop, co-organize, and expand specialized exhibitions, trade fairs, conferences, and international events in Vietnam. The parties will also explore opportunities to create new exhibition brands and attract established global event series to be held regularly at VEC's exhibition and event facilities.
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The partnerships with Informa Markets, NC Network, Exporum, Chaoyu Expo, and Vinexad will provide VEC with access to a global network of leading exhibition organizers, enhancing its ability to attract large-scale B2B exhibitions, increase international trade visitor traffic, and maximize infrastructure utilization. The parties will also explore deeper collaboration models, including the joint development and ownership of high-growth exhibition brands in Vietnam, while supporting the international expansion of Vietnamese trade fairs, exhibitions, and event brands.
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Through its collaboration with the Vietnam Exhibition &amp; Convention Association (VECA), VEC aims to build strong relationships with the multinational business community in the exhibition industry, expand bilateral trade promotion opportunities, and attract high-level international business delegations to conduct business directly in Vietnam.
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Centered around the theme "Strategic Partnerships - Setting Standards - Leading the Future," the signing ceremony marks a significant milestone in VEC's development and reinforces its strategic ambition to co-own and develop a new generation of internationally-recognized exhibition and conference brands. This ecosystem of strategic partners will not only strengthen VEC's capabilities in hosting international events but also enable the organization to participate more deeply in the exhibition and events value chain, from infrastructure operations to the co-creation of high-value exhibition products. At the same time, VEC's partners will gain greater opportunities to expand their business activities in Vietnam, one of Southeast Asia's fastest-growing markets, while leveraging the advantages of VEC's large-scale, state-of-the-art exhibition complex.
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Speaking at the event, <b>Ms. Pham Thi Hien, Deputy Chief Executive Officer for Business Development and Marketing at Vietnam Exposition Center,</b> said: <i>"As part of our market development strategy, VEC sees its role as far more than simply providing venue space for events. We aspire to be a strategic partner, working closely with organizers, businesses, and industry associations to attract investment and elevate the scale and standing of specialized exhibitions. We believe today's strategic partnerships will create new momentum for growth, proactively bringing more world-class exhibitions and high-quality business networking programs to Vietnam. Our ultimate goal is to help position Vietnam as a new destination and a strategic connectivity hub for the region."</i>
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The signing ceremony comes at a pivotal time for Vietnam's exhibition, events, and advertising industries, which face an urgent need to restructure, enhance competitiveness, and align with international standards. These efforts are expected to contribute to a new era for the country's cultural industries and experience economy.
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In the coming period, VEC will continue to establish strategic partnerships with leading domestic and international organizations, launching a series of landmark events that reinforce its role as a national hub for trade, culture, and large-scale events. These initiatives will contribute to positioning Vietnam as one of Asia's premier destinations for exhibitions and events.
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<h4>About Vietnam Exposition Center (VEC)</h4>
<p>Vietnam Exposition Center (VEC) is Southeast Asia's largest exhibition complex, spanning more than 90 hectares. As a destination for national and international flagship events, VEC is committed to its mission of "Bring Vietnam to the World and Bring the World to Vietnam." The organization aims to serve as a gateway where global excellence converges and Vietnamese identity reaches international audiences, while contributing to the development of key economic sectors and strengthening Vietnam's position on the global stage. (Website: <a href="https://vec.global/">https://vec.global</a>)
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<h4>About Informa Markets</h4>
<p>Informa Markets is one of the world's leading organizers of B2B events and trade exhibitions. In Vietnam, the company has established a strong presence through a portfolio of events spanning many of the country's key industries. Its flagship exhibitions include MTA Vietnam, the leading international exhibition for machine tools and precision engineering; Food &amp; Hotel Vietnam (FHV), serving the hospitality and food service industries; Vietwater, focused on water supply and wastewater management; and ProPak Vietnam, dedicated to packaging and processing technologies. (Website: <a href="https://www.informamarkets.com/">https://www.informamarkets.com</a>)
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<h4>About NC Network</h4>
<p>Founded in Japan, NC Network specializes in connecting industrial manufacturing enterprises through an extensive business network. In Vietnam, NC Network Vietnam serves as a trusted B2B bridge between manufacturers in Vietnam, Japan, and the broader ASEAN region. The company is best known for organizing FBC ASEAN (Factory Network Business Conference), a unique business matching platform that directly connects manufacturers, engineering companies, and component suppliers to identify sourcing and partnership opportunities across the industrial value chain. (Source: vn.emidas.com/en/nc-net)
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<h4>About Exporum</h4>
<p>Established in 2003, Exporum is one of South Korea's leading professional exhibition planning and organizing companies. The company is widely recognized for its Cafe Show series, including Cafe Show Seoul and Cafe Show Vietnam, Asia's largest industry platform bringing together the entire coffee value chain, from raw materials to brewing equipment. Exporum is also the organizer of Smart City Asia, a leading exhibition focused on smart city solutions and digital infrastructure. (Website: exporum.com)
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<h4>About Vinexad</h4>
<p>Established in 1975 and operating under Vietnam's Ministry of Industry and Trade, Vinexad is widely regarded as a pioneer of Vietnam's exhibition industry. With more than five decades of experience, the company owns several nationally recognized event brands, most notably Vietnam Expo (Vietnam International Trade Fair). Held annually since 1991, Vietnam Expo is the country's largest and most influential multi-sector trade promotion event. (Website: vinexad.com.vn)
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<h4>About Chaoyu Expo</h4>
<p>Guangdong Chaoyu Exhibition Co., Ltd. (Chaoyu Expo) is a major exhibition organizer based in Guangdong, China, specializing in international B2B events that connect China's extensive consumer goods and electronics manufacturing supply chains directly with Southeast Asian markets. In Vietnam, Chaoyu Expo is known for organizing leading exhibitions such as IEAE (International Electronics &amp; Smart Appliances Expo), IBTE (International Toys and Baby Products Expo), and IGHE (International Gifts &amp; Homeware Expo). (Website: chaoyuexpo.com)
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<h4>About the Vietnam Exhibition &amp; Convention Association (VECA)</h4>
<p>The Vietnam Exhibition &amp; Convention Association (VECA) is the representative organization for individuals and enterprises operating in Vietnam's MICE, advertising, and events sectors. One of its core functions is to provide official endorsement for major events organized by its members, including large-scale exhibitions hosted by companies such as Vinexad and Informa Markets. VECA also leads national conferences and industry forums focused on market trends and event space development strategies, helping guide the long-term growth of Vietnam's exhibition and events industry. (Website: <a href="http://www.veca.vn/">www.veca.vn</a>)
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      <content:encoded><![CDATA[DALIAN, CHINA - <a href="https://www.media-outreach.com/">Media OutReach Newswire</a> - 24 June 2026 - The World Economic Forum's 17th Annual Meeting of the New Champions, also known as Summer Davos, opened on June 23 at the Dalian International Conference Center. Held under the theme "Innovating at Scale," the forum brought together more than 1,700 leaders from government, business and technology across over 90 countries to discuss how innovation can be translated into real-world applications and industrial transformation. Matrix Robotics, a China-based company specializing in Physical AI and embodied intelligence, participated in the forum as its sole humanoid robotics service provider. The company's integrated technology stack combines its independently developed WAVE Embodied AI Foundation Model, a general-purpose full-body motion control system and high-degree-of-freedom dexterous hands. Its third-generation humanoid platform, MATRIX-3, was deployed in the venue's first-floor dining area, where it served attendees as an AI barista throughout the forum. Leveraging the model's general-purpose capabilities, cross-scenario adaptability and long-horizon task generalization, Matrix Robotics demonstrated the system's readiness for real-world commercial service applications to attendees from around the world.
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      <content:encoded><![CDATA[HONG KONG SAR - <a href="https://www.media-outreach.com/">Media OutReach Newswire</a> - 24 June 2026 - Well Link Life Insurance Company Limited ("Well Link Life", BBB- by S&amp;P / BBB by Fitch) successfully issued USD200mm 10-year (Non-callable 5-year) Tier 2 capital bonds ("the Bonds") in the international market. The Bonds have a coupon rate of 7.875%, and are rated BB+ by S&amp;P / BB+ by Fitch.
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<h4>About Well Link Life</h4>
<p>Well Link Life Insurance Group Holdings Limited ("Well Link Insurance Group") was established in Hong Kong. Its wholly owned subsidiaries - Well Link Life Insurance Company Limited ("Well Link Life") and Well Link General Insurance Company Limited ("Well Link General Insurance"), providing life insurance and general insurance products and services to customers in Hong Kong.
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      <pubDate>Wed, 24 Jun 2026 10:17:37 +0200</pubDate>
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      <description><![CDATA[Prices of homes in Slovenia have been rising consecutively for more than a decade, and the final official figures show that the climb in 2025 was even steeper than first reported. Last year's residential property price growth has been upgraded from 5.8% to 7.4%, the Statistical Office said on 23 ...]]></description>
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<p>Last year's residential property price growth has been upgraded from 5.8% to 7.4%, the Statistical Office said on 23 June.</p>
<p>The revision comes after additional data was obtained from the Surveying and Mapping Authority and it became clear that the final number of tnew residential property transactions in 2025 was even larger than the initial in the <a href="/47038/property-prices-higher-still">preliminary report</a>.</p>
<p>The number of new properties sold was revised up from 397 to 675, taking their total transaction value from €120.5 million to €183.7 million.</p>
<p>Most notably, new property prices were revised from a 0.1% increase to a 9.7% surge. New flats rose by 9.9% (initially reported as a 1.7% drop), and new one-family houses by 8.6% (initially up by 11.2%).</p>
<p><b>Prices continue to rise in Q1</b></p>
<p>The Statistical Office also unveiled the figures for the first quarter of 2026. Prices of homes rose by 3% compared to the previous quarter and 9.3% year-on-year.</p>
<p>Prices for existing or resale residential properties increased by 2.3% on a quarterly basis and by 10.1% year-on-year.</p>
<p>Existing flats saw the steepest price increases in Maribor, while the prices of those dropped a bit in Ljubljana quarter-to-quarter, however in a year-on-year comparison, they were still 6.3% more expensive.</p>
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      <title>HKPC Leads Four Hong Kong I&amp;T Enterprises to Paris VivaTech 2026 Leveraging Hong Kong's "Two-Way Springboard" Strategic Advantage to Accelerate Global Markets Connections</title>
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      <description><![CDATA[HONG KONG SAR - Media OutReach Newswire - 24 June 2026 - Paris VivaTech 2026, Europe's largest startup and technology event, has successfully concluded. The Hong Kong Productivity Council (HKPC) led four top Hong Kong innovation and technology (I&amp;T) enterprises in a strong showing, presenting ...]]></description>
      <content:encoded><![CDATA[HONG KONG SAR - <a href="https://www.media-outreach.com/">Media OutReach Newswire</a> - 24 June 2026 - Paris VivaTech 2026, Europe's largest startup and technology event, has successfully concluded. The Hong Kong Productivity Council (HKPC) led four top Hong Kong innovation and technology (I&amp;T) enterprises in a strong showing, presenting Hong Kong's cutting-edge technologies in emerging and future industries, including smart mobility, green technology, advanced manufacturing and the low-altitude economy, to global industry leaders, technology experts and investors from around the world. This year, the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC), in partnership with the Hong Kong Economic and Trade Office in Brussels as a Strategic Partner, has set up the "Hong Kong Tech Pavilion". As one of the supporting organisations, HKPC collaborated with various partners to collectively advance the growth of Hong Kong's vibrant I&amp;T ecosystem.
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Mr Yonghai DU, Chief Innovation Officer of HKPC, attended the Hong Kong Seminar-cum-Networking Reception, themed "Building Resilient Tech Ecosystems: Powering the Next Wave of International Tech Leadership from Hong Kong," organised by the HKTDC, engaging in in-depth exchanges with global industry leaders to advance Hong Kong's position as an international I&amp;T centre connected to the global innovation ecosystem.
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<b>Mr Yonghai DU, Chief Innovation Officer of HKPC,</b> said: "As one of the world's leading technology events, VivaTech serves as an exceptional gateway for Hong Kong's I&amp;T enterprises to step onto the international stage. HKPC continues to lead the industry in participating in prestigious exhibitions at home and abroad, showcasing Hong Kong's R&amp;D strengths in full. Hong Kong's unique advantage in integrating with the world allows it to provide high-quality strategic support that helps Chinese Mainland and Hong Kong enterprises to 'go global', while also serving as a key 'two-way springboard' that helps outstanding European and international enterprises entre the Chinese Mainland market through Hong Kong. HKPC will continue its unique position as a bridge, driving complementary strengths and fostering mutually beneficial collaboration across regions."
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<h4>About Hong Kong Productivity Council</h4>
<p>The Hong Kong Productivity Council (HKPC) is a statutory body established in 1967, dedicated to enhancing the productivity and competitiveness of Hong Kong enterprises through world-class applied R&amp;D, innovative technology services, and integrated manufacturing solutions. As a market-oriented, international R&amp;D organisation, HKPC leverages its deep expertise and extensive industry experience in key areas such as AI, advanced manufacturing, life and health technology, green technology and new energy to drive new industrialisation and support the growth of emerging and future industries.
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HKPC focuses on addressing businesses challenges and industrial technology needs, promoting the full integration between technological and industrial innovation. Through technology transfer, product innovation, intellectual property protection and commercialisation of R&amp;D outcomes, the Council fosters collaboration with the local business community as well as top global R&amp;D institutions, delivering added value to industries and advancing the development of new productive forces. HKPC's world-class R&amp;D achievements have been widely recognised over the years, winning an array of local and overseas accolades, reinforcing Hong Kong's role as an international innovation and technology centre and a smart city.
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      <description><![CDATA[Eco-Friendly Living: Ipoh's first net-zero ready township featuring standard 6kWp solar PV systems and EV-ready infrastructure. Strategic Connectivity: Features a new direct link road cutting Klebang-to-Meru Ipoh travel time from 30 minutes to just 5 minutes. Proven Track Record: Klemeru Phase ...]]></description>
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IPOH, PERAK - <a href="https://www.media-outreach.com/">Media OutReach Newswire</a> - 24 June 2026 - Eadepro Development, the prominent property arm of the Eastern Decorator Group, has officially announced the expansion of its highly anticipated sustainable neighbourhood, Klemeru Ipoh.
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Built around energy efficiency and master-planned community infrastructure, Klemeru Ipoh reflects a definitive shift in buyer expectations, prioritizing long-term value, liveability, and green utility savings.
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<b>A Visionary Masterplan: Klemeru South &amp; Klemeru North</b>
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The 120-acre township is meticulously designed to offer a self-sustaining lifestyle. Klemeru South anchors the residential precinct, blending spacious suburban layouts with modern eco-conscious infrastructure.
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Moving forward, the township's upcoming phases will diversify the residential landscape, comprising Single-storey Modern Terraces, Semi-Ds &amp; Bungalows, to suit various lifestyle aspirations.
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Designed to elevate the township experience, Klemeru North will serve as a bustling commercial precinct fulfilling all of the community's retail, dining, and daily lifestyle needs. Tucked discreetly behind this vibrant hub, an upcoming exclusive collection of residential units is planned, providing future residents with unparalleled convenience right at their doorstep without compromising on privacy.
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<b>Pioneering the Net-Zero Emission Goal. </b>
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Positioned as a benchmark-setting eco-friendly property in Ipoh, <a href="https://eadepro.com/product/klemeru-township/"><b>Klemeru township</b></a> integrates green utility infrastructure directly into the home. Once Klemeru South is fully developed, with all homes generating power via rooftop solar installations, the development is projected to meet net-zero emissions, aligning seamlessly with the government's National Energy Transition Roadmap (NETR).
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As a forward-thinking solar energy property project in Ipoh, renewable energy is not treated as an optional upgrade but as an essential part of the homeowner experience. Each residence comes standard with a built-in energy-saving ecosystem:
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<li dir="ltr">Integrated 6kWp Solar PV Panel System: For Klemeru 2 and 3, every home comes with a built-in 6kWp solar PV system as part of the property package, supporting household energy savings through self-generated electricity.
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<li dir="ltr">3-Phase Wiring: Pre-installed to efficiently and safely handle higher electrical loads.
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<li dir="ltr">EV Isolator Provision: Standardized in every unit to support future-ready electric vehicle charging infrastructure.
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These features align with the latest Solar Accelerated Transition Action Programme (Solar ATAP) introduced on January 1, 2026, allowing homeowners to generate electricity for personal consumption and potentially credit surplus energy back to the grid.
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<b>A Proven Track Record of Delivery</b>
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The active launch timeline of Klemeru Ipoh highlights Eadepro Development's progressive delivery and robust market demand:
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<li dir="ltr">Klemeru 1: Launched in 2023 with 187 single-storey terrace units, this fully sold phase achieved its Certificate of Completion and Compliance (CCC) and key handover on 12 August 2025.
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<li dir="ltr">Klemeru 2: Launched in 2024, this phase features 96 premium double-storey terrace units that achieved CCC and were handed over on 21 March 2026. Reflecting robust market demand, this phase is already 95% sold. These units offer generous 22' x 75' land sizes, flexible built-ups from 1,921 to 2,204 sq. ft., and 4-bedroom, 3-bathroom layouts. Validated market pricing starts from RM565,000 to RM800,000+, offering a competitive entry point with a 5% Bumiputra discount.
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<li dir="ltr">Klemeru 3: Launched in 2025, strong buyer interest has driven this Klemeru Ipoh new project to being 88% sold. With only limited units currently remaining, key handovers are on track and targeted for 2026.</li>
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Residents of Klemeru Ipoh gain exclusive access to a 4.5-acre versatile park designed for multi-generational community living. Premium amenities include a maze garden, palm garden, kids wonderland, basketball court, cycling track, skate park, futsal court, outdoor gym, and jogging tracks.
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The township boasts unparalleled connectivity via a new direct link road between Klebang and Meru, drastically reducing local travel times from 30 minutes to approximately 5 minutes.
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According to National Property Information Centre (NAPIC) data, Perak's residential sector continues to attract sustained buyer interest from upgrader households and returning overseas Malaysians shifting towards secure, master-planned environments.
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Hashtag: #Eadepro #IpohPropertyDevelepor #Ipoh
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<h4>About Eadepro</h4>
<p>Established in 2015, <a href="https://eadepro.com/"><b>Eadepro Development</b></a> serves as the real estate arm of the Eastern Decorator Group, an Ipoh institution founded in 1968. With past successes like Zen88 Homes and Ipoh South Gate, Klemeru Ipoh stands as the premier Eadepro township, underscoring the company's corporate commitment to low-carbon, high-value community building and offering unmatched potential for capital appreciation.</p>
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SINGAPORE - <a href="https://www.media-outreach.com/">Media OutReach Newswire</a> - 24 June 2026 - Wonderful is expanding its Singapore operations, reinforcing its commitment to helping critical enterprises accelerate AI adoption. As enterprises across Asia Pacific accelerate investments in artificial intelligence, many continue to face a common challenge: moving beyond pilot projects to deploying AI at scale in a sustainable and measurable way.
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Leading the market is Alexander Kleinberg, who joins as General Manager, Singapore at Wonderful. Alexander brings extensive experience scaling technology businesses across the APAC region, through prior leadership roles at Google, Facebook (now Meta), and Twitter (now X), as well as board roles at GovTech Singapore and the Infocomm Development Authority of Singapore.
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"Singapore is a world leader in AI adoption and innovation, with many enterprises and global technology innovators establishing their regional presence here," said Kleinberg. "As organisations accelerate their AI transformation journeys, the challenge is no longer access to technology, but how to turn AI ambition into measurable business outcomes across the enterprise. That requires trusted partners who can work hand-in-hand with enterprises to deploy AI securely, responsibly, and at scale, driving real transformation that delivers lasting value."
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<b>Bridging the Gap Between AI Ambition and Execution</b>
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Many organisations have successfully launched AI pilots, but scaling those initiatives across the enterprise remains difficult due to fragmented systems, complex integration requirements, and evolving governance considerations. To support enterprises through this transition, Wonderful brings together three complementary capabilities:
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<li><b>Forward-Deployed Engineering teams</b> embedded directly within customer environments to integrate systems, develop AI agents and establish governance frameworks, while progressively transferring knowledge and expertise to enable organisations to independently scale AI across the business.</li>
<li><b>End-to-end enterprise AI integration, not narrow use-cases:</b> One platform that spans across customer operations, employee operations, and back-office - built for both engineers and business teams. Skills, tools, and integrations built once become reusable across every agent and channel, so each new use case builds on everything that came before.</li>
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Backed by US$300 million in funding, Wonderful operates across 35+ markets, bringing proven AI deployments and implementation experience to organisations in Singapore. Wonderful's platform is already supporting organisations across 12 industry verticals, including the financial services, government, telecommunications, retail, and hospitality sector.
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It also enables multilingual deployments, with agents localised for language, cultural context, and regulatory environment in each market, including support for multiple languages and local communication styles.
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As Singapore strengthens its position as a global AI hub, Wonderful aims to help enterprises move beyond experimentation and embed AI as a core business capability.
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<h4>About Wonderful</h4>
<p>Wonderful is the applied AI partner helping critical organizations accelerate AI adoption. The company combines a multi-model AI platform and local deployment teams to help critical enterprises unlock their full potential by deploying a unified intelligence layer that solves end-to-end business processes, regardless of where they start or end. Founded in 2025, Wonderful operates across 35+ markets around the world, works with enterprise customers across verticals, and is backed by leading investors like Index Ventures, Insight Partners, IVP and Bessemer Venture Partners. See more at <a href="http://wonderful.ai/">wonderful.ai</a>.
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