depa Announces Record-Breaking Success of gamescom asia x Thailand Game Show 2025, Generating Over THB 1.2 Billion in Economic Value

depa Announces Record-Breaking Success of gamescom asia x Thailand Game Show 2025, Generating Over THB 1.2 Billion in Economic Value

BANGKOK, Dec 9, 2025 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - The Digital Economy Promotion Agency (depa) has officially announced the unprecedented success of gamescom asia x Thailand Game Show 2025, marking a historic milestone for the Southeast Asian gaming industry. Held from October 16-19 at the Queen Sirikit National Convention Center, this strategic alliance between gamescom asia, the Asia-Pacific's premier B2B exhibition, and Thailand Game Show, Southeast Asia's largest B2C event, has firmly positioned Thailand as the region's new gaming industry hub.The event shattered previous records, generating a combined economic value exceeding THB 1.2 billion. It attracted 206,159 visitors to the Entertainment Area and welcomed 5,590 business professionals, developers, and investors from 81 countries in the Business Area. These figures underscore Thailand's transformation from a robust consumer market into a global "Game Provider," capable of offering end-to-end services ranging from content creation to full-scale production.The event served as a catalyst for international collaboration, featuring participation from over 18 countries and regions, including Japan, South Korea, China, the US, and Australia. The exhibition floor hosted industry giants such as Bandai Namco, CAPCOM, HoYoverse, KONAMI, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation, Ubisoft, Xbox, Epic Games, and Xsolla.Asst. Prof. Dr. Nuttapon Nimmanphatcharin, President/CEO of depa, emphasized that the event's success reflects the strength of Thailand's gaming ecosystem, currently valued at THB 35 billion. To sustain this growth, the government is advancing the Gaming Industry Promotion Act, designed to systematically enhance investment incentives, intellectual property protection, and talent development."With high-speed internet coverage exceeding 98% nationwide, stable 5G connectivity, and a domestic market of over 40 million gamers, we offer the ideal environment for investment," stated Asst. Prof. Dr. Nuttapon. "We are supporting this with concrete incentives, including Smart Visas for tech experts, tax exemptions for studio establishment, and streamlined ease-of-doing-business measures."The overwhelming response from global partners affirms Thailand's potential not just as a market, but as a production base rich in high-quality human resources specializing in Animation, CG, VFX, and Game Development. The success of gamescom asia x Thailand Game Show 2025 demonstrates Thailand's readiness to drive the digital economy forward, creating long-term sustainability and opening global doors for Thai entrepreneurs.For updates, visit www.depa.or.th or follow Facebook: depa Thailand Copyright 2025 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com
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Cyara Appoints Sushil Kumar as CEO to Extend Enterprise AI Customer Experience (CX) Leadership

Cyara Appoints Sushil Kumar as CEO to Extend Enterprise AI Customer Experience (CX) Leadership

AUSTIN, TX, Dec 9, 2025 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Cyara, the global leader in AI-powered customer experience (CX) assurance, today announced the appointment of Sushil Kumar as its new Chief Executive Officer. His appointment underscores Cyara's commitment to accelerating enterprise AI CX innovation and elevating customer experience by enabling more reliable, responsive, and trustworthy interactions across every channel. Sushil will build on the strong foundation laid by outgoing CEO Rishi Rana.Sushil brings entrepreneurial vision and enterprise-scale leadership to Cyara. He has focused his career on building category-defining AI, DevOps, and cloud platforms, both as a founder and as a leader of large global organizations. Most recently, he was Co-Founder and CEO of RelicX.ai, a generative AI test automation pioneer acquired by Harness. Before that, he held senior product and general management roles at Oracle, CA Technologies, and Broadcom, leading global teams and multi-hundred-million-dollar businesses that improved digital performance and customer experience at scale."Sushil brings a rare combination of proven ability, and deep customer and product insight to building and scaling category-defining platforms," said Alok Kulkarni, Co-Founder and Non-Executive Chairman of the Board of Directors, Cyara. "Cyara created and now leads the CX assurance category, with strong and growing global momentum. Under Sushil's leadership, we see a significant opportunity to extend that lead as enterprises race to modernize customer experience, deploy GenAI safely, and ensure that every customer interaction simply works."Cyara's unified, AI-powered platform continuously tests, validates, and monitors customer journeys across voice, digital, messaging, and conversational AI. Assuring more than 350 million customer journeys each year, and validating over a million AI-generated responses, the platform gives enterprises full visibility into quality, reliability, and risk. With emerging Agentic AI capabilities, Cyara is expanding into intelligent, continuous CX optimization to help organizations improve workflows, reduce cost-to-serve, and deploy new experiences with confidence."AI is transforming customer experience faster than any technology shift we've seen in decades," said Sushil Kumar, CEO, Cyara. "As enterprises rethink their CX stacks and explore agentic AI, what they need most is confidence. Confidence that every interaction will be accurate, trustworthy, and delivered at the speed and quality customers expect. Cyara already plays a pivotal role in enabling that shift. It provides the reliability and assurance organizations need to turn AI from experimentation into meaningful, real-world impact. I'm excited to build on this foundation and work with the team to raise the bar for customer experience globally."Cyara has pursued a focused mergers and acquisitions strategy; acquiring Botium and QBox (bot and conversational AI testing), Spearline/testRTC (telecom and WebRTC assurance) and CentraCX (voice of the customer), to build one of the industry's most comprehensive CX assurance stacks.Sushil will focus on accelerating product innovation in AI-powered CX assurance, deepening Cyara's ecosystem of CCaaS, CPaaS, UCaaS, and AI partners, and expanding the company's global footprint, which serves customers in more than 135 countries.For further information, please contact: Janet Vito, janet.vito@cyara.comAbout CyaraCyara is the global leader in AI-powered customer experience assurance. As the only unified platform for continuous testing and monitoring across voice, digital, messaging, and conversational AI channels, Cyara empowers hundreds of the world's leading brands to optimize more than a quarter of a billion customer interactions every year. From full customer journey visibility to AI governance and compliance, Cyara ensures every touchpoint works flawlessly, helping businesses deliver secure, friction-free, and high-quality CX at scale. To learn more, visit www.cyara.com.SOURCE: Cyara Copyright 2025 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com
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Indonesian Government’s Swift Response in Recovering Flood-hit Sumatra

Indonesian Government’s Swift Response in Recovering Flood-hit Sumatra

JAKARTA, Dec 8, 2025 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Devastating flash floods and landslides struck three provinces in Sumatra - Aceh, North Sumatra, and West Sumatra - in late November. According to data from the National Disaster Mitigation Agency (BNPB), the disaster has lead to 916 fatalities as of December 7, and cut off access to roads, bridges, and electricity, isolating the affected areas.Kuala Simpang on Dec. 6 after devastating flash floods in Aceh Tamiang District, Sumatra, in early December. A total of 916 people have died in the flooding that struck three provinces in Sumatra, the National Disaster Mitigation Agency (BNPB) confirmed on Saunday, Dec. 7. [PHOTO/Erlangga Bregas Prakoso/app/YU]In response, the Indonesian government moved rapidly to recover the affected infrastructure by collaborating with various parties, focusing on restoring road and communication access to ensure the affected residents can reconnect with their relatives and receive up-to-date information. During the emergency, the Ministry of Communication and Digital Affairs focused on accelerating the restoration of telecommunications and internet connections. Within 24 hours, 707 towers were back to normal operation from the 2,463 towers that had experienced disruption as of November 28 at 7:00 a.m. Western Indonesia Time (WIB).On Sunday, November 30, the Ministry's Telecommunications and Information Accessibility Agency (BAKTI), together with BNPB, the search and rescue (SAR) team, and the Indonesian National Armed Forces (TNI), mobilized equipment to several locations, providing internet service at the command posts of BNPB and the National Search and Rescue Agency (Basarnas).The Republic of Indonesia Satellite-1 (SATRIA-1) has also been used to provide internet service in a number of disaster-hit regions, including Central Tapanuli in North Sumatra; North Aceh, Central Aceh, Lhokseumawe, East Aceh, and Aceh Tamiang in Aceh; as well as Agam and Padang in West Sumatra.Communication and Digital Affairs Minister Meutya Hafid stated that cellular operators reported that 95 percent of base transceiver stations (BTS) in West Sumatra had been restored, while in North Sumatra, the progress had reached 90 percent."For Aceh, 60 percent of the towers remain inoperable due to electricity issues. The government, along with operators and PLN (state-run electricity company), continues to work so that services can return to normal immediately," she said while leading a coordination meeting in Medan, North Sumatra, on Monday, December 1.Residents clear debris from their homes in Malalak, Agam District, West Sumatra, on Dec 8, 2025, after flash floods and mudslides in November lead to 916 fatalities. [ANTARA/Muhammad Zulfikar]Meanwhile, the Ministry of Public Works is prioritizing road repairs and the deployment of additional heavy equipment and personnel in collaboration with the Regional Disaster Mitigation Agencies (BPBD). To speed up the restoration of connectivity, the ministry has also installed Bailey bridges in priority areas.“Our focus today is on opening connectivity from the northern coast of Sumatra toward Tapanuli. The route from North Sumatra to the west is not yet open, thereby hindering the distribution of aid. We are deploying all heavy equipment, and if more is needed, we will bring it in from the nearest unaffected provinces," Public Works Minister Dody Hanggodo said on December 4.The government’s disaster response efforts have extended to the education sector. The Ministry of Primary and Secondary Education provided initial assistance in the form of school cleaning, as well as the provision of books and learning equipment. Furthermore, the government has prepared the replacement of damaged learning equipment, including interactive flat panels (IFPs).Meanwhile, the Ministry of Agrarian Affairs and Spatial Planning will carry out spatial planning evaluation in Aceh, North Sumatra, and West Sumatra following the deadly floods and landslides. This measure is taken to ensure that land use aligns with environmental characteristics and to minimize the risk of future disasters.Likewise, the Ministry of Environment will also study the spatial planning in the flood-affected areas to restore the ecosystem, aiming to strengthen the environment's carrying capacity.Aceh’s Natural Resources Conservation Agency (BKSDA) is deploying four elephants to help remove wood debris and restore access to homes after flash floods struck Pidie Jaya District in late November. The elephants - Abu, Mido, Ajis, and Noni - assist in areas inaccessible to heavy machinery, including Meureudu and Meurah Dua sub-districts. [ANTARA /Rahmat Fajri]BNPB, as well as other agencies and ministries, has received budget support prepared by the Ministry of Finance, the central government making the disaster response a national priority. The response measures include search and rescue, meeting the community's logistical needs, clearing road access, and restoring communication services and infrastructure."The central government is going all out to accelerate emergency response efforts. This covers five key areas: search and rescue, logistical support for the community, clearing road access, restoring communication access, and repairing electricity and fuel infrastructure," Head of the BNPB Disaster Data, Information, and Communication Center Abdul Muhari said.BNPB has actively deployed 40 helicopters, supported by helicopters and Hercules aircraft from TNI and National Police (Polri), bringing the total air fleet to 50 units. This air fleet delivers 25 to 35 tons of aid to district and city command posts, as well as to refugee pockets. In addition to helicopters, TNI personnel have been deployed to support BNPB’s operations by distributing aid to the refugee pockets on foot.BNPB, in collaboration with TNI, Polri, ministries, government agencies, regional governments, volunteers, and international partners, continues to make every effort to speed up search operations, the restoration of access and vital services, and the fulfillment of affected communities' basic needs.Editor: Arie Novarina, Copyright © ANTARA 2025 Copyright 2025 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com
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Doubleview Gold Corp. Announces Successful Completion of 2025 Drilling Season at the Hat Project, the Largest Drill Season yet with 13,290m Diamond Drill Core

Doubleview Gold Corp. Announces Successful Completion of 2025 Drilling Season at the Hat Project, the Largest Drill Season yet with 13,290m Diamond Drill Core

Vancouver, British Columbia--(ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com - December 8, 2025) - Doubleview Gold Corp. (TSXV: DBG) (OTCQB: DBLVF) (FSE: 1D4) ("Doubleview" or the "Company") is pleased to announce the completion of its 2025 drilling season at the Hat Polymetallic Project in northwestern British Columbia. This year's program marks the largest drilling campaign in the Hat Project's history, with 13,290 metres drilled across 19 drill holes, achieving a 100% success rate with every drill hole intersecting mineralization, while confirming the deposit remains open to depth and laterally.The 2025 campaign delivered major advancements in our understanding of the geology and dimensions of the Hat deposit, including the identification of a newly recognized mineralized horizon located beneath and adjacent the 2024 conceptual open-pit shell. Importantly, mineralization domains were better defined, existing data gaps were closed, and the Company's evolving geological and resource models were validated (see Figures 1-4, also available on the Company's website at www.doubleview.ca).Assays from holes H100 through H108 remain pending and will be released once received, reviewed, and interpreted in accordance with NI 43-101.Highlights of the 2025 Drill Season13,290 metres drilled in 19 holes, averaging 699.5 metres per hole — the largest and most efficient and technically productive program ever.A newly discovered deep mineralized horizon beneath the 2024 conceptual pit outline confirms significant down-dip continuity and expansion potential as mineralization remains open at depth and laterally in multiple directions.Every drill hole intercepted mineralization, demonstrating the strength and continuity of the porphyry system.H097, H098, and H099, previously disclosed, extended mineralization by 200-300 metres down-dip and up to 100 metres laterally, significantly improving the block model and geological interpretation.H099 returned 438 m of 0.40% CuEq, including 52 m of 1.02% CuEq, another one of the strongest continuous intervals drilled at the Hat to date.Newly completed holes H100-H108 were strategically positioned to evaluate depth extensions, lateral continuities, and untested model gaps. Core samples from these drill holes are being processed at the independent assay lab.Pending assays for nine remaining holes will inform updates to the Mineral Resource Estimate (MRE-2) and the ongoing Preliminary Economic Assessment (PEA). Note: Due to timing issues, we may not be able to include all assay data in those technical reports.2025 work further advances Doubleview's understanding of copper-gold-cobalt-scandium mineral domains. The recently-announced potential scandium recovery achievements are a major milestone for the Hat's critical-metals profile.Farshad Shirvani, President & CEO, commented:"This has been a transformational year for Doubleview and the Hat Project. Our 2025 drill campaign successfully demonstrated the strength of our geological model, filled key data gaps, and uncovered an entirely new mineralized horizon beneath the 2024 conceptual pit shell. Every drill hole intersected mineralization, which is a testament to the quality and strength of our technical team, along with the robustness of the system.The discovery potential at Hat continues to expand, with the deposit remaining open both laterally and at depth. Combined with last year's exceptional drill results, our scandium recovery breakthrough, and the ongoing work toward the updated Resource Estimate and PEA, we are entering the next phase of project development with a high degree of confidence and momentum. I extend my thanks to our technical team, contractors, and shareholders for enabling the most successful drilling season in our Company's history."The Company is now focused on completing the assay review and disclosure for drill holes H100 through H108, which represent the final nine holes of the 2025 program. Assay results, when received, verified, and interpreted in accordance with NI 43-101 standards, will be announced and incorporated into the geological and resource models.In parallel, the Company continues to advance its Preliminary Economic Assessment (PEA), which is currently undergoing both internal modelling and external third-party review. The integration of the full 2025 drill dataset, including pending assays, is expected to materially enhance the confidence and robustness of the forthcoming PEA, supporting a comprehensive evaluation of the Hat Project's economic potential and paths to development.Figure 1: Drill plan and 2025 Extension around the 2024 Conceptual PitTo view an enhanced version of this graphic, please visit:https://images.newsfilecorp.com/files/8003/277248_9efb9102e4f63b8e_001full.jpgFigure 2: 2025 drilling, mineralization extension at depth and around the 2024 conceptual pitTo view an enhanced version of this graphic, please visit:https://images.newsfilecorp.com/files/8003/277248_9efb9102e4f63b8e_002full.jpgFigure 3: 2024 Conceptual pit shell in 3D and 2025 drill holes demonstrating the strategic exploration in 2025To view an enhanced version of this graphic, please visit:https://images.newsfilecorp.com/files/8003/277248_9efb9102e4f63b8e_003full.jpgFigure 4: 2024 Conceptual pit shell in 3D and 2025 drill holes demonstrating the strategic exploration in 2025To view an enhanced version of this graphic, please visit:https://images.newsfilecorp.com/files/8003/277248_9efb9102e4f63b8e_004full.jpgDoubleview maintains a website at www.doubleview.ca.Qualified Persons:Erik Ostensoe, P. Geo., a consulting geologist, and Doubleview's Qualified Person with respect to the Hat Project as defined by National Instrument 43-101 Standards of Disclosure for Mineral Projects, has reviewed, and approved the technical contents of this news release. He is not independent of Doubleview as he is a shareholder in the company.About Doubleview Gold CorpDoubleview Gold Corp. is mineral resource exploration and development company headquartered in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. It is publicly traded on the TSX-Venture Exchange (TSXV: DBG), (OTCQB: DBLVF), (WKN: LA1W038), and (FSE: 1D4). Doubleview focuses on identifying, acquiring, and financing precious and base metal exploration projects across North America, with a strong emphasis on British Columbia. The company enhances shareholder value through the acquisition and exploration of high-quality gold, copper, cobalt, scandium, and silver projects-collectively critical minerals utilizing cutting-edge exploration techniques.Doubleview's success is deeply rooted in the unwavering support of its long-term shareholders, supporters, and institutional investors. Their ongoing commitment has been instrumental in advancing the company's strategic initiatives. Doubleview looks forward to further collaborative growth and development and continues to welcome active participation from its valued stakeholders as the company expands its portfolio and strengthens its position in the critical minerals sector.About the Hat Polymetallic DepositThe Hat Deposit, located in northwestern British Columbia, is a polymetallic porphyry project with major resources of copper, gold, cobalt, and the potential for scandium. As one of the region's significant sources of critical minerals, the Hat deposit has undergone targeted exploration and development. The 0.2% CuEq cut-off resource estimate, as of the recently completed Mineral Resource Estimate and the Company's July 25, 2024, news release, is summarized below:Open Pit Model HatResource CategoryTonnageAverage GradeMetal ContentCuEqCuCoAuAgCuEqCuCoAuAgMt%%%g/tg/tmillion lbmillion lbmillion lbthousand ozthousand ozIn PitIndicated1500.4080.2210.0080.190.421,353733289292,045Inferred4770.3440.1850.0090.150.493,6191,945912,3287,575 Scandium potential for the Hat Deposit is estimated to be 300 to 500 million tonnes at an average grade of 40 ppm (0.004%) Sc2O3.For further details of the MRE, please refer to the Company's July 25, 2024 news release.On behalf of the Board of Directors, Farshad Shirvani, President & Chief Executive OfficerFor further information please contact:Doubleview Gold Corp Vancouver, BC Farshad Shirvani President & CEO T: (604) 678-9587 E: corporate@doubleview.caNEITHER TSX VENTURE EXCHANGE NOR ITS REGULATION SERVICES PROVIDER (AS THAT TERM IS DEFINED IN THE POLICIES OF THE TSX VENTURE EXCHANGE) ACCEPTS RESPONSIBILITY FOR THE ADEQUACY OR ACCURACY OF THIS RELEASE.Certain of the statements made and information contained herein may constitute "forward-looking information." In particular references to the private placement and future work programs or expectations on the quality or results of such work programs are subject to risks associated with operations on the property, exploration activity generally, equipment limitations and availability, as well as other risks that we may not be currently aware of. Accordingly, readers are advised not to place undue reliance on forward-looking information. Except as required under applicable securities legislation, the Company undertakes no obligation to publicly update or revise forward-looking information, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise.To view the source version of this press release, please visit https://www.newsfilecorp.com/release/277248 Copyright 2025 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com
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Focus Graphite Executes Funding Agreement for $14.1M under Natural Resources Canada’s Global Partnerships Initiative

Focus Graphite Executes Funding Agreement for $14.1M under Natural Resources Canada’s Global Partnerships Initiative

NRCan's $14.1M Federal Investment Accelerates Focus Graphite's Capacity to Supply Allies with Ultra-High-Purity Graphite for Defence, Aerospace, and Next-Generation Battery Materials.Ottawa, Ontario--(ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com - December 8, 2025) - Focus Graphite Inc. (TSXV: FMS) (OTCQB: FCSMF) (FSE: FKC0) ("Focus" or the "Company"), a leading developer of high-grade flake graphite deposits and innovator of next-generation lithium-ion battery technology, is pleased to announce that it has moved from conditional approval to a fully executed, non-repayable contribution agreement (the "Agreement") with Natural Resources Canada ("NRCan") for funding up to $14,062,500 under the Global Partnerships Initiative ("GPI").The Agreement formalizes the federal government's support for Focus Graphite's project titled: "Transformation of Canadian Flake Graphite into Ultra-High Purity Battery & Advanced Materials Using Electrothermal Fluidized Bed Technology" (the "Project"). The Project unites Canadian, Ukrainian, and U.S. partners to produce ultra-high purity graphite for global battery, aerospace, defence, and advanced material markets.The Agreement provides non-dilutive funding for the development, piloting, and commercial demonstration of Focus's clean electrothermal purification process, enabling conversion of Quebec sourced natural flake graphite into ultra-high purity anode and advanced materials products. The Project also advances broader NATO, G7, and European policy objectives for secure, diversified, and ESG aligned critical mineral supply chains.Once complete, the demonstration system is expected to produce purified graphite at volumes sufficient not only for downstream qualification, but also scalable to supply meaningful quantities to defence, aerospace, energy storage, and advanced materials markets. This production capability represents a major step toward commercial readiness and supports the Company's downstream strategy by enabling Focus to deliver high purity material for evaluation and early market entry while continuing to advance its mining projects and longer-term processing infrastructure."Execution of this Agreement significantly strengthens Focus Graphite's ability to help supply our allies with secure, ESG aligned, high purity graphite," said Dean Hanisch, Chief Executive Officer. "Chinese graphite is currently embedded throughout North American military, aerospace, and energy systems, creating strategic vulnerabilities across the entire allied value chain. The ability to produce ultra-high purity material domestically, and process it using a clean, chemical free purification method, positions Focus to directly support the shift toward reliable, non-Chinese sources of strategic critical minerals.""This Agreement unlocks our ability to move qualified graphite samples to international partners at a much faster pace, which is essential for advancing offtake discussions," said Jason Latkowcer, Vice President of Corporate Development. "We will continue to advance our Lac Knife and Lac Tetepisca projects while simultaneously delivering the high-purity material that allied partners require to validate Canadian graphite within their defence, aerospace, energy storage, and advanced-materials supply chains.""Advancing research and development is essential to securing resilient and sustainable critical mineral supply chains. Through the G7 Critical Minerals Action Plan, we continue to work with trusted partners to deliver innovative projects—like the progress achieved by Focus Graphite-that reinforce Canada's decades-long leadership in the mining space, which allows us to supply our allies and become an energy superpower while reducing emissions," said the Honourable Tim Hodgson, Minister of Energy and Natural Resources.Federal Funding DetailsUnder the executed Agreement, NRCan will provide up to $14,062,600 in non-repayable funding, representing approximately 73.6% of total eligible project costs. Focus Graphite will contribute $4,787,500 in cash and an additional $250,000 in in-kind contributions toward the Project. The eligible expenditures period extends from October 14, 2025 through March 31, 2028, during which the Company will execute all approved Project activities.Funding will support the full work program outlined in the Agreement, including feedstock preparation, pilot-scale metallurgical processing, electrothermal purification trials, feasibility study, and the engineering, procurement, installation, and commissioning, and demonstration of a commercial demonstration furnace.Advancing a North American, Sovereign Supply ChainThis federal investment advances Focus Graphite's objective of establishing a secure, fully North American graphite and advanced materials supply chain. The Project is specifically structured to reduce reliance on Chinese processing routes and aligns with critical mineral strategies aimed at enhancing energy security, industrial resilience, and defence readiness. The ultra-high purity graphite produced through this initiative is expected to supply key downstream sectors prioritized by Canada and its allies, including defence and aerospace, energy storage, electric vehicles, advanced materials, and anode production.About Focus Graphite Advanced Materials Inc. Focus Graphite Advanced Materials is redefining the future of critical minerals with two 100% owned world-class graphite projects and cutting-edge battery technology. Our flagship Lac Knife project stands as one of the most advanced high-purity graphite deposits in North America, with a fully completed feasibility study. Lac Knife is set to become a key supplier for the battery, defence, and advanced materials industries.Our Lac Tetepisca project further strengthens our portfolio, with the potential to be one of the largest and highest-purity and grade graphite deposits in North America. At Focus, we go beyond mining - we are pioneering environmentally sustainable processing solutions and innovative battery technologies, including our patent-pending silicon-enhanced spheroidized graphite, designed to enhance battery performance and efficiency.Our commitment to innovation ensures a chemical-free, eco-friendly supply chain from mine to market. Collaboration is at the core of our vision. We actively partner with industry leaders, research institutions, and government agencies to accelerate the commercialization of next-generation graphite materials. As a North American company, we are dedicated to securing a resilient, locally sourced supply of critical minerals - reducing dependence on foreign-controlled markets and driving the transition to a sustainable future.For more information on Focus Graphite Inc. please visit http://www.focusgraphite.com.LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/focus-graphite/ X: https://x.com/focusgraphiteInvestors Contact: Dean Hanisch CEO, Focus Graphite Inc. dhanisch@focusgraphite.com +1 (613) 612-6060Jason LatkowcerVP Corporate Developmentjlatkowcer@focusgraphite.comCautionary Note Regarding Forward-Looking StatementsCertain statements contained in this press release constitute forward-looking information. These statements relate to future events or future performance. The use of any of the words "could," "intend," "expect," "believe," "will," "projected," "estimated," and similar expressions, as well as statements relating to matters that are not historical facts, are intended to identify forward-looking information and are based on the Company's current beliefs or assumptions as to the outcome and timing of such future events.In particular, this press release contains forward-looking information regarding, without limitation: (i) the anticipated benefits, timing, and potential outcomes of the Global Partnerships Initiative ("GPI") funding award and the contribution agreement with Natural Resources Canada; (ii) the design, development, construction, commissioning, and operation of the Company's proposed electrothermal purification demonstration facility; (iii) the timing, scope, and success of technical collaborations with Thermal & Material Engineering Center LLC ("TMEC") of Ukraine, the University of Texas at Dallas's BEACONS battery prototyping facility, American Energy Technologies Co. ("AETC"), and other potential partners; (iv) the Company's ability to advance pilot-scale and commercial-scale testing, including the purification of graphite concentrates to ultra-high-purity specifications; (v) the ability to accelerate the movement of qualified graphite samples to international partners and the potential advancement of downstream or international offtake discussions; (vi) the possibility that Lac Knife and Lac Tetepisca may become future contributors to North American, NATO, G7, or EU-aligned critical-mineral supply chains; and (vii) expectations regarding the scalability, cost-effectiveness, environmental performance, ESG alignment, and commercial viability of the Company's purification technology.Forward-looking statements are subject to known and unknown risks, uncertainties, and other factors that may cause actual results, performance, or achievements to differ materially from those expressed or implied by such statements. These risks and uncertainties include, but are not limited to, risks related to market conditions, regulatory approvals, changes in economic conditions, the ability to raise sufficient funds on acceptable terms or at all, operational risks associated with mineral exploration and development, and other risks detailed from time to time in the Company's public disclosure documents available under its profile on SEDAR+.The forward-looking information contained in this release is made as of the date hereof, and the Company is not obligated to update or revise any forward-looking information, whether as a result of new information, future events, or otherwise, except as required by applicable securities laws. Because of the risks, uncertainties, and assumptions contained herein, investors should not place undue reliance on forward-looking information.Neither TSX Venture Exchange nor its Regulation Services accepts responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this release.To view the source version of this press release, please visit https://www.newsfilecorp.com/release/277244 Copyright 2025 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com
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Business of IP Asia Forum and Entrepreneur Day events conclude

Business of IP Asia Forum and Entrepreneur Day events conclude

- BIP Asia Forum welcomed over 3,300 participants, with the Forum’s first-ever “IP Go-Global Business Matching Session” supporting international expansion of Mainland enterprises.- Entrepreneur Day attracted over 12,000 visits, facilitating more than 350 business matching meetings to help start-ups and SMEs unlock new market opportunitiesHONG KONG, December 8, 2025 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) – The 15th Business of IP Asia Forum (BIP Asia Forum), jointly organised by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) and the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region Government, and the 17th Entrepreneur Day (E-Day), hosted by the HKTDC, concluded on 5 December 2025. Held concurrently on 4 to 5 December, these two flagship events connected leading IP experts and business leaders from around the world, including Hong Kong, Chinese Mainland, ASEAN and global markets. Through a diverse range of activities, the events examined how IP can drive business expansion, unlock new financing opportunities, and support start-ups in identifying investors and accessing new markets. This year, BIP Asia Forum welcomed over 3,300 attendees, while E-Day recorded over 12,000 visits. More than 350 business matching sessions were successfully arranged, helping solidify Hong Kong’s position as a regional IP trading centre and an international innovation and technology hub.BIP Asia Forum unlocks the value of IPWith a global intangible asset value estimated at USD 80 trillion, IP is increasingly recognised as a powerful engine for accessing capital and scaling business growth. BIP Asia Forum explored a range of topics, including IP Valuation and Financing, to examine how enterprises can leverage IP as collateral to secure funding. During the session, Lewis Lee, Founder & CEO of Moat Metrics said, “Never before have we been in a place where we are very close to being able to assess IP value in a systematic and high-fidelity manner. The advances in AI and data in the last 12 months have accelerated the development of this framework. I encourage the industry to continue pushing forward.”The plenary session “Propelling Sustainability with IP” examined how enterprises can leverage IP to strengthen their competitive edge amid the global shifts toward green transition and sustainability. As Krishna Singhania, Senior Intellectual Property Counsel of Maersk said, "Discarding the legacy model of 'IP is mine' and instead embracing flexibility is how we make changes. Exploring different models including lead-partnership, field-of-use ownership, joint ownership and government-funded projects ensures and preserves the competitive edge of each partner's core technology. Thus, we can meet our climate target of decarbonisation by 2040."To respond to growing demand from Mainland companies for overseas expansion, the Intellectual Property Department hosted a dedicated “IP Go-Global Business Matching Session” during the Forum. Local professional service providers, IP lawyers, and specialists offered one-on-one consultations covering IP registration strategies, application procedures, and patent claims drafting. Zoe Fang, CEO of participated mainland enterprise Sichuan HangWan Cultural Communication Co. Ltd said: "To align with our national 'Go Global' strategy, we will leverage Hong Kong’s international legal services to address practical cross-border IP issues by participating in the matching session. We plan to utilise Hong Kong's professional services to outline our patent registration and market expansion strategies, and to develop actionable plans for entering international markets.”Another participant from the Middle East, Founder and CEO of Voithy Tech Limited, Mohamed Orikat said: "Hong Kong serves as a crucial bridge to Chinese Mainland and APEC markets. At BIP Asia, we received professional advice on patent registration, litigation in Hong Kong and Chinese Mainland, and company establishment in Hong Kong, which has provided us significant insights and assistance to our plan in expanding into the Asian market."E-Day ignites start-up innovation: connecting capital, markets and partnersE-Day returned under the theme “Where Start-up Dreams Take Flight” and offered a wide range of exhibitions, conferences, roundtable discussion and matchmaking opportunities tailored for start-ups and SMEs. This year, the event showcased over 360 start-ups, invention projects and support organisations across AI, health tech, cybersecurity, construction & logistics tech, spatial computing, and sustainability.During the business matching session, Dr. Ammar Mohammed Al Ojaili, Vice President of R&D and Innovation at global integrated energy group OQ, founded in Oman, said: “Hong Kong and the South China region are important markets for us. Events like Entrepreneur Day bring together startups, universities, and industry players all in one place, making it easier for companies like ours to discover innovative technologies and explore collaboration opportunities.”The session “T-Chat: From Labs to Battlefield: Navigating Deep Tech Commercialisation and Global Scale” invited leaders from global innovation community, university knowledge transfer centre, venture capital firm, start-up founder and research institution to explore how deep tech innovators can leverage capital, partnerships, and international networks to accelerate commercialisation. YeYe Xiao, Innovation Consulting Manager & Central Asia Lead at Hello Tomorrow, who works in deep tech, said: “Entrepreneur Day emphasises Hong Kong as an I&T hub. It’s a great opportunity to gather stakeholders from all over the world once a year. The quality of the startups here are high, and people are doing very deep technologies.”Other speakers shared how Entrepreneur Day brings business opportunities and collaboration to the industry. Martin Chu, CEO & Co-founder of i2COOL Limited, speaker of GBA Tripartite Roundtable: “Empowering GBA Startups to Expand into ASEAN with Hong Kong as a Super-connector and Super Value-adder”, remarked: “The cross-border collaborations brought by Entrepreneur Day are very important for a startup. Because Hong Kong is a super connector for different industries and different markets, we get to know what they need, and then fine tune our technology. I think the situation is applicable to most of the new technologies invented in Chinese Mainland as well.”In addition, the HKTDC signed Memoranda of Understanding with the Junior Chamber International Hong Kong (JCIHK) and France-based Hello Tomorrow to deepen collaboration on supporting local SMEs, young entrepreneurs, and start-ups in expanding into international markets, providing mentorship, pitching opportunities and access to investors around the globe“Start-up Express International” connects global innovators with Hong Kong and GBA opportunities“Start-up Express International” continued to attract global founders exploring Hong Kong as a base for expansion into Asia and the Greater Bay Area, covering innovative fields such as green tech, health tech, AI, edtech, and more.During the “Meet the Global Start-ups” session, participants shared insights on technology development, IP strategies, market expansion, and cross-border collaboration. They also discussed strategies for setting up in Hong Kong and entering the Greater Bay Area market with local investors, enterprises, and supporting organisations. Speakers highlighted that Hong Kong is an innovation and technology hub in the region, where companies can leverage the city as a testing ground to validate business models and use it as a springboard to tap into the Greater China market and beyond. Video replays of BIP Asia Forum events, including highlights of the exhibition and forums, will be available from 8 December 2025 to 7 January 2026. Replays of E-Day events will be uploaded after 5th of January 2026.BIP Asia Forum website: https://bipasia.hktdc.com/en/E-Day website: https://eday.hktdc.com/enStart-up Express International website: https://portal.hktdc.com/startupexpress/en/s/start-up-express-internationalPhoto Download: https://bit.ly/4oFrrO7Speakers from government, finance and professional bodies shared their insights at the BIP Asia Forum’s “IP Valuation and Financing” session, which offered in-depth analyses of how intellectual property can be integrated into mainstream financing frameworks to unlock new growth potential for businessesDuring the Forum, the Intellectual Property Department hosted a dedicated “IP Go-Global Business Matching Session”, where numerous Mainland enterprises engaged actively and received tailored professional advice to support their internationalisation strategiesAt E-Day’s “T-Chat: From Labs to Battlefield: Navigating Deep Tech Commercialisation and Global Scale” speaker Yeye Xiao from Hello Tomorrow explored how deep tech innovators leveraged capital, partnerships, and international networks to accelerate commercialisationStart-ups from “Start-up Express International” shared their entrepreneurial journeys and operational strategies, exploring how Hong Kong can serve as a strategic base for connecting with opportunities in the Greater Bay Area and broader Asian marketsThe business matching sessions at E-Day saw strong participation, with start-ups and investors engaging in exchanges to explore collaboration and funding opportunities to help accelerate market adoption of innovative solutions*Disclaimer: The Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region provides funding support to this project only, and has otherwise no involvement in the project. Any opinions, findings, conclusions or recommendations expressed in this publication/event (or by members of the project team) do not reflect the views of the Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region, the Culture, Sports and Tourism Bureau, the Creative Industries Development Office, the CreateSmart Initiative Secretariat, or the CreateSmart Initiative Vetting Committee. Media EnquiriesFor enquiries, please contact:Raconteur PR Agency:Molisa Lau Tel: (852) 6187 7786 Email: molisalau@raconteur.hkChilie Chang Tel: (852) 6910 6607 Email: chiliechang@raconteur.hkHKTDC's Communication & Public Affairs Department:Navin Law Tel: (852) 2584 4525 Email: navin.cm.law@hktdc.orgSerena CheungTel: (852) 2584 4272Email: serena.hm.cheung@hktdc.orgClayton Lauw Tel: (852) 2584 4472Email: clayton.y.lauw@hktdc.orgHKTDC Media Room: http://mediaroom.hktdc.com/enAbout the HKTDCThe Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) is a statutory body established in 1966 to promote, assist and develop Hong Kong's trade. With over 50 offices globally, including 13 in the Chinese Mainland, the HKTDC promotes Hong Kong as a two-way global investment and business hub. The HKTDC organises international exhibitions, conferences and business missions to create business opportunities for companies, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), in the mainland and international markets. The HKTDC also provides up-to-date market insights and product information via research reports and digital news channels. For more information, please visit: www.hktdc.com/aboutus. Copyright 2025 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com
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佩戴疾速,畅享便捷:塔皮 科技携手阿布扎比第一银行(费斯特·阿布扎比·班克)与万事达卡(马斯特卡德)推出高性能支付腕带

佩戴疾速,畅享便捷:塔皮 科技携手阿布扎比第一银行(费斯特·阿布扎比·班克)与万事达卡(马斯特卡德)推出高性能支付腕带

北京, 2025年12月8日 - (亚太商讯 via SeaPRwire.com) - 塔皮 科技,这家全球领先的可穿戴支付解决方案提供商,欣然宣布:其安全代币化技术正为阿布扎比第一银行(费斯特·阿布扎比·班克,FAB)携手万事达卡(马斯特卡德)推出的下一代非接触式支付腕带提供核心支持。这些腕带的设计灵感源自赛车运动的肾上腺素刺激与精确速度,为消费者在日常生活中以全新的方式体验速度、风格与便捷。赛车精神邂逅生活方式创新正如赛车运动中每一秒都至关重要,这些支付腕带同样以无缝性能为核心而设计。腕带内嵌赛勒斯(Thales)安全元件芯片,并由塔皮的代币化技术驱动,用户可通过 塔皮 支付 应用程序将阿布扎比第一银行(费斯特·阿布扎比·班克,FAB)发行的万事达卡(马斯特卡德)进行代币化。一旦成功配置,腕带便会转化为安全的支付设备,可在全球数以百万计支持非接触式支付的商户中使用快速、无阻的自由这一创新意味着消费者可以全情投入各类体验,而无需再担心携带钱包或实体卡片。无论是购买商品、享用饮品,还是与朋友欢聚庆祝,这款腕带都能带来畅通无阻的支付旅程,其速度与活力正如赛车运动本身一般疾速而澎湃。塔皮科技(Tappy Technologies)首席执行官梁伟安(Wayne Leung)表示: “赛车运动的核心在于激情、速度与精确——而这正是这些支付腕带所代表的精神。消费者在享受由塔皮技术支持的安全、非接触式支付便利的同时,也能自豪地佩戴一款兼具时尚与功能的配饰。与阿布扎比第一银行(费斯特·阿布扎比·班克,FAB)、万事达卡(马斯特卡德)以及赛勒斯(Thales)共同合作,我们正重新定义生活方式与科技如何融合,为全球用户提升日常体验。”关于塔皮科技(Tappy Technologies)塔皮科技是一家全球领先的可穿戴支付解决方案企业,专注于安全代币化技术,可将日常配饰转化为强大的支付设备。通过与各大银行、支付网络及生活方式品牌的合作,塔皮让消费者能够在任何支持非接触式支付的场景中享受无缝、安全、便捷的交易体验。秉持将生活方式与科技融合的使命,塔皮持续将创新融入人们喜爱佩戴的物品之中,从而不断重新定义人们的支付方式。媒体联络信息苏布尔·艾哈迈德塔皮科技有限公司 首席运营官suboor@tappytech.com 图片说明:可穿戴非接触式支付,加速引领前行 Copyright 2025 亚太商讯 via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com
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TransNusa Ends 2025 With The Launch Of Four New Scheduled Direct Domestic Flights

TransNusa Ends 2025 With The Launch Of Four New Scheduled Direct Domestic Flights

TransNusa Increases Connectivity From Bali To Lombok and BimaTransNusa focuses on international tourism destinations to offer domestic and foreign tourists increased air connectivityTransNusa introduces four new domestic scheduled direct flights to boost connectivity from Bali to Lombok and Bima as well as between renowned diving destinations Manado to Sorong and Sorong to Timika, world’s largest gold mining islandSales of tickets started last week while flight launches will be on December 15JAKARTA, Dec 8, 2025 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - TransNusa ends 2025 by introducing four new scheduled direct domestic flights to renowned international tourist destinations. Ticket sales for the four new routes began last week while flights for the four new domestic routes will begin on December 15.TransNusa will launch new scheduled direct flights from Bali to Lombok, known as a world class surfing island destination and Bali to Bima, which is known for its natural beauty and gateway to Pantai Pink with its rare pink sands and clear waters.In addition, TransNusa will also be launching new scheduled direct flights from international diving island destination Sorong to Timika and from Manado to Sorong.TransNusa Group Chief Executive Officer, Datuk Bernard Francis said that with the new launches, TransNusa hopes to provide increased connectivity and travelling options to domestic and international tourists.“We would like to play our part in boosting and increasing air connectivity within Indonesia’s internationally renowned tourism island destinations. Our focus is in increasing direct flight to destinations that are world renowned for its unique and stunning landscape and natural offerings,” said Datuk Bernard, adding that Lombok, home to Mount Rinjani National Park, offers one of Indonesia’s most iconic volcanic landscapes with sweeping treks, waterfalls and panoramic views. Bima’s Pantai Pink is a rare natural wonder with pink-hued sands and crystal-clear waters, a hidden gem for beach lovers and photographers. Sorong serves as the gateway to Raja Ampat, famed for its rich coral reefs and rare marine species, while Timika provides access to Jaya Wijaya Mountain and supports a robust community tied to Indonesia’s largest gold mining operations.DATUK BERNARD FRANCIS…TransNusa to focus on increasing connectivity between international tourist destinations in IndonesiaFlight DetailsTransNusa’s flight from Bali to Lombok will operate two times daily beginning Monday, December 15. The TransNusa flight will depart Bali from the Denpasar International Airport at 07.30am and arrive in Lombok International Airport at 07.55am, with the return flight departing Lombok at 08.25am and arriving in Bali at 09.05am. The second TransNusa flight will depart Bali at 15.55pm and arrive in Lombok at 16.50pm, with the return flight departing Lombok at 17.20pm and arriving in Bali at 18.05pm.Meanwhile, TransNusa’s flight from Bali to Bima will begin on Monday, December 15.“For the first week, we will operate one scheduled flight from Bali to Bina on Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Sunday. Starting December 22, TransNusa will operate daily scheduled flights from Bali to Bima,” said Datuk Bernard, adding that the flight will depart Bali from the Denpasar International Airport at 09.35am and arrive at 10.35am at the Sultan Muhammad Salahuddin Airport in Bima. The return flight will depart Bima’s Sultan Muhammad Salahuddin Airport at 11.00am and arrive at Bali’s Denpasar International Airport at 12.10pm.TransNusa’s schedule flight from Sorong to Timika, which will also begin on December 15, will operate four times weekly on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday. The flight will depart Sorong from the Domine Eduard Osok International Airport at 10.50am and arrive in Timika’s Mozes Kilangin Airport at 12.10pm. The return flight will depart Timika at 12.40pm and arrive in Sorong at 14.00pm.Datuk Bernard said that TransNusa’s will also operate its scheduled flight from Manado to Sorong four times weekly.The scheduled flight from diving haven Manado will operate on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday. The flight will depart Manado’s Sam Ratulangi International AIrport at 08.00am and arrive in Sorong’s Domine Eduard Osok International Airport at 10.20am. The return flight will depart Sorong at 14.30pm and arrive in Manado at 14.50pm.BREATHTAKING SCENARIES AT RAJA AMPAT, SORONGTransNusa, A Short HistoryThe 3-year old TransNusa, led by aviation expert and veteran, Datuk Bernard, made waves in the aviation industry with its unique domestic and international business development and growth strategy.Within just 6 months of operations, in 2023, the airline, known then as a new player with new rules, launched its first international route between Jakarta and Kuala Lumpur, followed by the launch of scheduled flights between Jakarta and Singapore.TransNusa, which established itself as a Premium Service Carrier, made headlines in Malaysia, Singapore, China and around the world with news of being the first airline in Indonesia to introduce new exciting routes. In 2023, during its first year of operations, TransNusa became the second Indonesian airline to receive approval to fly to China. In 2024, TransNusa became the first in the world to develop and introduce a new domestic route connecting Bali and Manado. In October 2025, TransNusa added yet another milestones by becoming the first Indonesian airline and second airline in the world to launch scheduled flights from Manado to Guangzhou, China.Media Contact:Trina Thomas RajMobile: +6012 4992672E-mail: trina@myqaseh.org Copyright 2025 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com
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Telangana Rising 2047 Vision Document to Be Released on Dec 8-9, 2025, at Global Summit in Bharat Future City

Telangana Rising 2047 Vision Document to Be Released on Dec 8-9, 2025, at Global Summit in Bharat Future City

HYDERABAD, INDIA, Dec 6, 2025 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - The Government of Telangana is set to unveil its Telangana Rising 2047 Vision Document at the upcoming Telangana Rising Global Summit in Bharat Future City, where nearly 1,000 global delegates—including business leaders, policy experts, academics, and representatives of multilateral institutions—will receive exclusive copies. The long-term roadmap positions Telangana to become one of the world’s leading growth hubs over the next two decades.“Telangana Rising Global Summit 2025 is Telangana’s invitation to the world – to join hands with us in building a future-ready State, where innovation, investment and inclusive growth thrive together. Telangana welcomes the world to explore investment opportunities and experience our culture, creativity and confidence. This Summit reflects the spirit of a rising State and signals Telangana’s readiness to partner with global investors and innovators. We are opening our doors to ideas, technology and transformative collaborations. Together, we will script a new era of prosperity for our people” Sri A. Revanth Reddy, Chief Minister of Telangana.The Telangana Rising Global Summit, scheduled for December 8–9, 2025, will feature an impressive lineup of world figures from politics, business, and technology. Among the distinguished guests are:Tony Blair, Former Prime Minister of the United KingdomEric Swider, Director, Trump Media & Technology GroupMembers of the UAE Royal FamilyAnand Mahindra, Chairman, Mahindra GroupSenior executives from global entities including Deutsche Börse, Enrission, Mandal Wildlife Group, and othersThe Summit provides a global platform for Telangana to showcase its developmental journey, emerging economic strengths, and long-term collaboration opportunities. The state’s new global campaign— “Come, Join the Rise”—aims to invite the world to participate in its next phase of growth.At the upcoming Global Summit in Bharat Future City, 1,000 international delegates delegates including business leaders, academicians, think tank representatives and leaders from multilateral development banks will receive exclusive copies of the Telangana Rising 2047 Vision Document, incorporating extensive inputs from multiple government departments, the document is being prepared in three languages—English, Telugu, and Urdu.In his personal outreach to international business leaders, Chief Minister Revanth Reddy highlighted Telangana’s aspiration to become a progressive, inclusive, and future-ready global destination, aligned with India’s national Viksit Bharat 2047 agenda.The event will conclude with a special celebration on December 9, 2025, following the formal release of the Telangana Rising 2047 vision, where football legend Lionel Messi will participate in a commemorative match in Hyderabad.A key highlight of Telangana Rising 2047 is a dual strategy that enhances both ease of doing business and ease of attracting talent. The roadmap aims to make Telangana the first Indian state focused on attracting the world’s best minds and professionals — leveraging Hyderabad’s scientific, technological, and entrepreneurial strengths.The document also outlines a transformational vision for agriculture in 2047: positioning the average Telangana farmer as a producer, processor, brand owner, and exporter, supported by advanced technologies and sustainable farming models, including organics.For more information, please visit: https://telanganarising2047.org/Mr. Anvesh Reddy+91-9110583779apro-cmo@telangana.gov.in Copyright 2025 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com
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Wear the Speed, Live the Convenience: Tappy Technologies Powers the Launch of High Performance Payment Bands in Collaboration with First Abu Dhabi Bank and Mastercard

Wear the Speed, Live the Convenience: Tappy Technologies Powers the Launch of High Performance Payment Bands in Collaboration with First Abu Dhabi Bank and Mastercard

ABU DHABI, UAE, Dec 5, 2025 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Tappy Technologies, the global leader in wearable payment solutions, is proud to announce that its secure tokenization technology is driving the launch of next-generation contactless payment bands by First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB) in partnership with Mastercard. Inspired by the adrenaline and precision of motor racing, these bands give consumers a unique way to celebrate speed, style, and convenience in everyday life.Wearable contactless payments Racing Ahead Racing spirit meets lifestyle innovationMuch like the world of motor racing where every second counts, these payment bands are designed for seamless performance. Embedded with Thales secure element chips and powered by Tappy’s tokenization technology, the bands allow users to tokenize their Mastercard cards issued by FAB through the Tappy Pay App. Once provisioned, the bands transform into secure payment devices that can be used at millions of contactless-enabled merchants worldwide.Fast, frictionless freedomThis innovation means consumers can immerse themselves in experiences without worrying about carrying wallets or cards. Whether purchasing merchandise, refreshments, or celebrating with friends, the bands deliver a frictionless payment journey that mirrors the speed and energy of motor racing itself.Wayne Leung, CEO of Tappy Technologies, said, “Motor racing is all about passion, speed, and precision - and that’s exactly what these payment bands represent. Consumers can proudly wear a stylish accessory while enjoying the convenience of secure, contactless payments powered by Tappy. Together with FAB, Mastercard, and Thales, we are redefining how lifestyle and technology come together to enhance everyday experiences around the world.”About Tappy TechnologiesTappy Technologies is a global leader in wearable payment solutions, specializing in secure tokenization technology that transforms everyday accessories into powerful payment devices. Through partnerships with leading banks, payment networks, and lifestyle brands, Tappy enables consumers to enjoy seamless, secure, and convenient transactions anywhere contactless payments are accepted. With a mission to merge lifestyle and technology, Tappy continues to redefine the way people pay by embedding innovation into the things they love to wear.Media Contact Details:Suboor AhmedTappy Technologies LimitedCOOsuboor@tappytech.com Copyright 2025 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com
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Leapfrog Acquisition Corp Announces Pricing of $125,000,000 Initial Public Offering

Leapfrog Acquisition Corp Announces Pricing of $125,000,000 Initial Public Offering

SUMMIT, NJ, Dec 5, 2025 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Leapfrog Acquisition Corporation (the "Company") announced today the pricing of its initial public offering of 12,500,000 units at a price of $10.00 per unit. The units are expected to commence trading on December 5, 2025 on the Global Market tier of The Nasdaq Stock Market LLC under the symbol LFACU.The Company, which is led by Matthew R. Pollard, Abhay N. Pande and Kevin M. Murphy, is a special purpose acquisition company formed for the purpose of effecting a merger, amalgamation, share exchange, asset acquisition, share purchase, reorganization or similar business combination with one or more businesses.Each unit sold in the offering consists of one Class A ordinary share (an "ordinary share") and one half of one redeemable warrant with a strike price of $11.50 per ordinary share exercisable within 5 years of the Company completing an initial business combination. Once the securities comprising the units begin separate trading, the ordinary shares and warrants are expected to be listed on the Global Market tier of The Nasdaq Stock Market LLC under the symbols "LFAC" and "LFACW," respectively.BTIG, LLC is serving as the sole book-running manager of the offering. The underwriters have been granted a 45-day option to purchase up to an additional 1,875,000 units at the initial public offering price to cover over-allotments, if any.A registration statement relating to these securities was declared effective by the Securities and Exchange Commission (the "SEC") on December 4, 2025. The offering was made only by means of a prospectus, copies of which, when available, may be obtained by contacting BTIG, LLC, 65 East 55 Street, New York, NY 10022, by emailing ProspectusDelivery@btig.com, or by visiting the SEC’s website at www.sec.gov.This press release shall not constitute an offer to sell or a solicitation of an offer to buy, nor shall there be any sale of these securities in any state or jurisdiction in which such offer, solicitation or sale would be unlawful prior to registration or qualification under the securities laws of any such state or jurisdiction.About Leapfrog Acquisition CorpLeapfrog Acquisition Corp is a blank check company organized for the purpose of effecting a merger, amalgamation, share exchange, asset acquisition, share purchase, reorganization or engaging in any other similar business combination with one or more businesses or entities.The Company is led by Chief Executive Officer, Matthew R. Pollard, President and Chief Investment Officer, Abhay N. Pande and Chief Financial Officer, Kevin M. Murphy.The Company will prioritize businesses in the international energy supply chain and critical minerals sectors, including their related infrastructure in its search for attractive merger candidates.Forward-Looking StatementsThis press release includes forward-looking statements that involve risks and uncertainties. Forward-looking statements are statements that are not historical facts. Such forward-looking statements, including with respect to the anticipated use of the proceeds of the Company’s initial public offering, are subject to risks and uncertainties, which could cause actual results to differ from the forward-looking statements, including those set forth in the risk factors section of the registration statement and prospectus for the Company’s initial public offering. Copies of these documents can be accessed through the SEC’s website at www.sec.gov. No assurance can be given that the offering discussed above will be completed on the terms described, or at all, or that the net proceeds of the offering will be used as indicated. The Company expressly disclaims any obligations or undertaking to release publicly any updates or revisions to any forward-looking statements contained herein to reflect any change in the Company’s expectations with respect thereto or any change in events, conditions or circumstances on which any statement is based, except as required by law.Media ContactCompany: Leapfrog Acquisition CorpContact: Media TeamTelephone: +1-201-379-4200LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/leapfrog-acquisition-corporationEmail In the US:abhay@leapfrogspac.comEmail In Asia:matt@leapfrogspac.comkevin@leapfrogspac.com Copyright 2025 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com
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Bank Indonesia Unveils Five-Point Strategy to Boost Indonesia’s Economic Resilience

Bank Indonesia Unveils Five-Point Strategy to Boost Indonesia’s Economic Resilience

JAKARTA, Dec 5, 2025 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Bank Indonesia (BI), through its 2025 Annual Meeting (PTBI), has introduced a five-point strategy aimed at strengthening the national economy amid mounting global uncertainties. Despite Indonesia's solid economic performance throughout 2025, BI emphasizes that stronger coordination across sectors will be essential to navigate the increasingly volatile global landscape. Lingering U.S. tariff policies, weakening global demand, and geopolitical shifts continue to shape global conditions. Against this backdrop, BI Governor Perry Warjiyo highlights one core principle: synergy.1. Stability as the CornerstoneBI's first "recipe" focuses on maintaining macroeconomic and financial system stability—seen as the foundation for sustainable growth. In 2025, this becomes even more critical to shield the economy from rapid global fluctuations. BI aims to anchor inflation, stabilize the rupiah, keep the fiscal deficit below 3% of GDP, and fortify the banking sector. All of this requires close coordination between fiscal and monetary authorities."Dynamic stability—controlled prices, a stable rupiah, a fast-moving economy. That is 'Sumitronomics,'" Perry said.2. Transforming the Real SectorThe second strategy centers on real-sector transformation through improved capital, labor quality, and productivity.BI calls for complementary industrial and structural reforms: downstreaming to boost value-added, investment climate improvement, faster bureaucracy, stronger infrastructure, and deeper trade and investment channels.3. Expanding Financing and Deepening MarketsA major push is needed to meet Indonesia's large financing requirements for industrialization. BI stresses that the state budget alone cannot shoulder this burden. Hence, banks, financial institutions, and domestic and foreign private investors are expected to play a bigger role in fueling the next phase of transformation.4. Accelerating DigitalizationDigital economic transformation forms the fourth pillar. Widespread adoption of QRIS, BI-FAST, mobile banking, and e-commerce has streamlined public transactions, while digitalization of government payments continues to advance.5. Strengthening Global PartnershipsThe final strategy focuses on expanding trade and investment cooperation amid rising global protectionism.This includes promoting local currency transactions (LCT), advancing cross-border digital payment systems, and aligning regional partnerships with Indonesia's downstreaming and financing agenda.Together, these five strategies form BI's roadmap to push Indonesia toward higher, more resilient growth. The central bank projects economic expansion of 4.7–5.5% in 2025, rising to 4.9–5.7% in 2026 and 5.1–5.9% in 2027.BI also pledges to maintain a careful balance between stability and growth, with macroprudential and payment system policies set to play a stronger role in 2026. Prabowo Subianto: Reform Must Be Clean and People-Centric President Prabowo Subianto echoed BI's message, stressing the need for fast, precise, and impactful solutions for the public.He underscored clean, just, corruption-free governance as a prerequisite for successful economic transformation.A government with sincere intentions, he said, must ground every policy in truth, justice, and an unwavering commitment to serving the people.Prabowo also called for calm, confidence, and self-reliance in facing global pressures, asserting that the principle of "standing on our own feet" must be more than a slogan.Looking AheadWith clear policy direction and strong institutional commitment to stability and transformation, Indonesia is seen as well positioned to boost its economic trajectory.Consistent execution, sectoral synergy, and broad stakeholder participation will determine the success of BI's roadmap.If these elements align, Indonesia stands poised not only to maintain its resilience but to advance toward a more competitive and inclusive economy.Copyright © ANTARA 2025 Copyright 2025 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com
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Business of IP Asia (BIP Asia) Forum and Entrepreneur Day open today

Business of IP Asia (BIP Asia) Forum and Entrepreneur Day open today

- BIP Asia Forum and Entrepreneur Day bring over 180 speakers and more than 420 exhibitors- BIP Asia Forum spotlights IP financing and launches a new IP Go-Global Business Matching Session offering up-to-date information and professional support for Mainland enterprises- Entrepreneur Day showcases innovative solutions across AI, healthtech, cybersecurity, construction & logistics, spatial computing, and sustainability- “Start-up Express International” global start-ups share entrepreneurial journeys and opportunitiesHONG KONG, December 4, 2025 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) – The 15th Business of IP Asia Forum (BIP Asia Forum), jointly organised by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) and the Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR Government), together with the 17th Entrepreneur Day (E-Day), hosted by the HKTDC, opened today at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre. The two flagship annual events bring together over 180 speakers and more than 420 start-ups, innovative projects and start-up support organisations, offering a strong line-up of programmes designed to advance the exchange and application of innovation and technology (I&T) and intellectual property (IP). The events further reinforce Hong Kong’s role as a super-connector and value-adder to strengthen regional and global collaboration.Sophia Chong, HKTDC Executive Director and David Wong, HKSAR Government Director of Intellectual Property, officiated the opening session this morning and delivered remarks.Sophia Chong said: “Fostering collaboration and partnerships – that is something we at the HKTDC care about deeply, to help those seeking to grow and thrive. At the BIP Asia 2025, we endeavour to do just that.” She added: “Robust IP protection encourages investment in R&D and commercialisation of new ideas. Multi-stakeholder collaboration – across government, industry, academia and more – also helps translate IP into measurable economic impact. Hong Kong – as a regional centre for IP trading and an international hub for innovation and technology – is taking the lead in supporting the sustainability of this vital sector. Over the next two days, BIP Asia will explore a variety of areas, including financing, sustainability, creativity, licensing and more, highlighting the integral role of IP in driving business growth, and helping companies identify and capture valuable opportunities.”Exploring IP financing and global trendsThis year’s Forum, themed “Leverage IP to Finance Business Growth”, examines IP’s role as a core driver of sustainable expansion. The keynote session, “IP Valuation and Financing”, features Lewis C Lee, Founder and CEO of Moat Metrics, Inc.; Terence Koh, Managing Director and Head of Telecommunications, Media and Technology at United Overseas Bank Limited; and Sung-tae Ha, Director of IP, Valuation and Management Center of Korea Invention Promotion Association. Speakers shared insights into how enterprises can leverage IP assets as a source of capital.The day’s plenary session, “Propelling Sustainability with IP”, brings together Dr Lorenz Kaiser, Senior Counsel, GE Aerospace; Krishna Singhania, Senior IP Counsel at Maersk; and Dr Pratheeba Vimalnath, Lecturer in Innovation, Intellectual Property and Sustainability, University of Exeter Business School, UK. The speakers will explore how companies can strategically deploy intellectual property to achieve sustainability goals and accelerate industrial standardisation.Algernon Yau, Secretary for Commerce and Economic Development of the HKSAR, Li Shengjun, Deputy Head of the Patent Office of the China National Intellectual Property Administration, and Wang Binying, Deputy Director General, World Intellectual Property Organization, delivered speeches in the afternoon.Secretary Yau shared with the participants HKSAR’s efforts to strengthen Hong Kong’s role as a regional IP trading centre. He said: “Our patent examiner team is expanding and we are taking forward the preparatory work for introduction of regulatory arrangement for local patent agent services; our Copyright Ordinance and registered designs regime will be modernised to ensure our legal framework is fit for the digital age; and finally, we are creating the deal flow by arranging business-matching programme connecting Mainland enterprises with Hong Kong’s world-class IP service providers to embody our “bringing in and going global” strategy.” He emphasised that the Hong Kong Technology and Innovation Support Centre helps innovators create quality assets; the patent valuation subsidy scheme helps establish patents’ technical and economic worth; the legal reforms provide the certainty. Business matching and regional partnerships generate the opportunities. And the “IP financing sandbox” turns it all into financeable, scalable reality.Strengthening Go-Global strategies for Mainland enterprisesCo-organised with the Guangdong Administration for Market Regulation, the afternoon session, titled “Cross-Border Empowerment: Forging a New IP-Driven Investment Ecosystem in the Greater Bay Area”, focuses on regional collaboration, cross-border IP protection and financing strategies to help enterprises scale from the GBA to global markets. Tomorrow morning’s session, “Brand Global Gateway – WIPO’s Services Empowering Global Brand Value”, co-organised with World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) and the HKSAR Intellectual Property Department, will discuss how enterprises can use international IP services to enhance global brand competitiveness and accelerate overseas expansion.For the first time, the Forum will introduce an “IP Go-Global Business Matching Session”, allowing local professional service providers and IP lawyers to offer one-on-one consultations to Mainland enterprises. These consultations cover trademark and patent registration, enforcement, litigation, international licensing and dispute resolution, helping businesses develop effective go-global strategies.Tomorrow’s highlights include “Cross-border Transactions in Digital Culture and Protection of Intellectual Property”, where the Zhejiang Culture Assets and Equity Exchange will share how Mainland policies and regulations support protection for and commercialisation of digital cultural IP including online literature, online games and online dramas. Ant Group Jingtan and HashKey Group will share insights on real-world asset (RWA) tokenisation, blockchain-enabled rights certification, and on how these technologies enhance transparency, liquidity, and cross-border circulation of cultural IP to drive cultural diversity, inclusion, and go-global.The onsite showcase area of Asia IP Exchange (AsiaIPEX) Creative Hub will be set up to display local creative IP. Sponsored by the Cultural and Creative Industries Development Agency*, AsiaIPEX Creative Hub is a free online IP platform and database that showcases local IP across publishing, film, characters and design to connect creators and IP users globally.The Innovation & IP Market, themed “Smart Living”, features over 25 I&T projects from universities, R&D centres, start-ups and tech companies.E-Day ignites innovation and connects start-ups with global opportunitiesThis year’s E-Day continues with the theme “Where Start-up Dreams Take Flight”, bringing together over 360 start-ups, inventor projects and support organisations from 11 countries and regions, including Hong Kong, Chinese Mainland, France and Thailand. Exhibits span six major tech categories: AI, healthtech, cybersecurity, construction & logistics, spatial computing, and sustainability. A wide range of exhibitions, business matching activities and seminars help founders connect with investors and partners.E-Day spotlights three key exhibition zones: the “Start-up and Innovation Zone”, the “University Spin-off”, and “The Boosters”. Within the Start-up and Innovation Zone, Digital Policy Office once again features the “Innovation Hong Kong Pavilion”, showcasing 30 innovation and technology projects that highlight Hong Kong’s cutting-edge innovation and technological excellence. The Home and Youth Affairs Bureau presents over 40 start-ups and Greater Bay Area partners, and hosts the “Symposium of Hong Kong Youth Innovation and Entrepreneurship in the Greater Bay Area” to introduce opportunities, support measures, and successful cases of starting businesses in the GBA. In addition, the 5th Asia Exhibition of Innovations and Inventions Hong Kong displays more than 130 inventions. Experts and inventors from Hong Kong, Chinese Mainland and Thailand showcases their breakthrough and diverse solutions across multiple fields.“University Spin-off” brings together top research and innovation projects from nine local universities, showcasing the strong momentum in research commercialisation. “The Boosters” features a comprehensive range of service providers, including innovation and technology parks, professional accountants, and company registration and corporate service firms, which offer one-stop support for start-ups and demonstrating the collective commitment of the Government, academia and industry to nurturing a robust start-up ecosystem. Twenty winners and finalists from local and international editions of Start-up Express 2025 will also exhibit onsite, presenting their innovative products and solutions.Opening day also features “T-Chat: From Labs to Battlefield: Navigating Deep Tech Commercialisation and Global Scale”. Speakers include Yeye Xiao, Innovation Consulting Manager & Central Asia Lead of Hello Tomorrow; Dr Paul Wang, Director of the Techno-Entrepreneurship Core at The University of Hong Kong; Edith Yeung, General Partner at Race Capital; Kenny Oktavius, Co-founder & CEO of PointFit Technology; and Dr Alan Cheung, Chief Director, Artificial Intelligence and Trust Technologies of the Hong Kong Applied Science and Technology Research Institute Company Limited, will discuss how deep-tech founders can access capital, partnerships and global networks. Yeye Xiao said: “The biggest mistake Deep Tech founders make is falling in love only with their technologies and forgetting commercialisation from day one. Think ‘Design for X’ from the very beginning: design for manufacturing, supply chain, testing, and scaling. Also, leverage public ecosystems and free infrastructure instead of spending everything on private labs. Successful Deep Tech companies plan for industrial-scale production and customer integration while they are still in the lab.”The GBA Tripartite Roundtable: “Empowering GBA Startups to Expand into ASEAN with Hong Kong as a Super-connector and Super Value-adder” explores opportunities for Greater Bay Area start-ups to tap into ASEAN and global markets. Speakers discuss how Hong Kong can leverage its dual role as a super-connector and super value-adder to accelerate cross-border innovation collaboration and market expansion. The roundtable features insights from Intan Zalani, the Consul (Trade) of Malaysia in Hong Kong; Ms Ponpicha Pethkaewkul, Senior Innovation Counsellor, National Innovation Agency, Ministry of Higher Education, Science, Research and Innovation (Thailand); Peter Mok, General Manager of Qianhai Shenzhen-Hong Kong Youth Innovation and Entrepreneur Hub; Stephen Chan, Partner of Charles Russell Speechlys LLP; and Prof Martin Chu, CEO & Co-founder, i2COOL Limited, who will offer perspectives from government, incubators, the legal profession and startup founders on how Hong Kong can support GBA start-ups in going global.Intan Zalani said: “Beyond semiconductors and manufacturing, exciting opportunities await GBA startups in Malaysia’s fast-evolving digital payments landscape, where multiple e-wallets and QR-code payments have largely replaced cash, as well as in renewable energy, especially solar and biomass. The government offers attractive tax incentives for green technology investments. With Malaysia’s strategic position as ASEAN’s natural hub and Hong Kong’s role as super-connector, there is indeed a slice of the pie for everyone. We warmly invite Greater Bay Area entrepreneurs to partner with us, establish presence in Malaysia, and together capture the US$1 trillion ASEAN digital economy opportunity by 2030.”Global Start-ups take the stage at “Start-up Express International”This year’s “Start-up Express International” brings together ten quality start-ups across the globe, covering green tech, healthtech, AI, edtech and more—demonstrating Hong Kong’s attractiveness as an international launchpad. The international start-ups will share their entrepreneurial journeys and exchange insights with panel speakers from Cyberport, Hong Kong Science and Technology Parks, Hong Kong-Shenzhen Innovation and Technology Park, and InvestHK, exploring opportunities in Hong Kong and the GBA. A seminar titled “Crafting the Next-Gen Wardrobe: Innovation for a Sustainable Future” brings together leading experts in sustainable fashion to explore how innovative technologies are driving the integration of TechStyle and sustainability. Speakers will share insights on nature-inspired sustainable materials and intelligent textile technologies, with the goal of creating a fashion sector that seamlessly blends aesthetics with environmental responsibility.Running concurrently from 3 to 6 December, DesignInspire presents works from leading local and international designers. Together, the three events create strong synergy and reinforce Hong Kong’s positioning as Asia’s hub for innovation and IP.Photo Download: https://bit.ly/3K9ivCsThe 15th Business of IP Asia Forum (BIP Asia Forum), jointly organised by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) and the Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR), officially opened today.Sophia Chong, Executive Director of the HKTDC, delivered remarks at the opening sessionAlgernon Yau, Secretary for Commerce and Economic Development of the HKSAR, delivered special addressLi Shengjun, Deputy Commissioner of the China National Intellectual Property Administration, delivered special remarksWang Binying, Deputy Director General, World Intellectual Property Organization delivered special remarksAn Asia IP Exchange (AsiaIPEX) Creative Hub showcase was set up at the forum, highlighting a selection of local creative IP available for collaboration and licensing opportunitiesAt Entrepreneur Day, the opening-day seminar T-Chat: From Labs to Battlefield: Navigating Deep Tech Commercialisation and Global Scale” featured speakers (from right to left) Yeye Xiao, Innovation Consulting Manager & Central Asia Lead of Hello Tomorrow; Dr Paul Wang, Director of the Techno-Entrepreneurship Core at The University of Hong Kong; Edith Yeung, General Partner at Race Capital; Kenny Oktavius, Co-founder & CEO of PointFit Technology; and Dr Alan Cheung, Chief Director, Artificial Intelligence and Trust Technologies of the Hong Kong Applied Science and Technology Research Institute Company Limited. They shared insights on transforming research outcomes into market-ready products and scaling them to international marketsWinning start-ups of “Start-up Express International” also took the stage to share their entrepreneurial journeys, inspiring a new generation of entrepreneurs to harness technology and creativity to unlock fresh business opportunities*Disclaimer: The Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region provides funding support to the project only, and does not otherwise take part in the project. Any opinions, findings, conclusions or recommendations expressed in these materials/events (or by members of the project team) are those of the project organisers only and do not reflect the views of the Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region, the Culture, Sports and Tourism Bureau, the Cultural and Creative Industries Development Agency, the CreateSmart Initiative Secretariat or the CreateSmart Initiative Vetting Committee.Websites:Business of IP Asia Forum: https://bipasia.hktdc.com/en/Entrepreneur Day: https://portal.hktdc.com/eday/enStart-up Express International:https://portal.hktdc.com/startupexpress/en/s/start-up-express-internationalMedia EnquiriesFor enquiries, please contact:Raconteur PR Agency:Molisa Lau Tel: (852) 6187 7786 Email: molisalau@raconteur.hkChilie Chang Tel: (852) 6910 6607 Email: chiliechang@raconteur.hkHKTDC's Communication & Public Affairs Department:Navin Law Tel: (852) 2584 4525 Email: navin.cm.law@hktdc.orgSerena CheungTel: (852) 2584 4272Email: serena.hm.cheung@hktdc.orgClayton Lauw Tel: (852) 2584 4472 Email: clayton.y.lauw@hktdc.orgHKTDC Media Room: http://mediaroom.hktdc.com/enAbout the HKTDCThe Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) is a statutory body established in 1966 to promote, assist and develop Hong Kong's trade. With over 50 offices globally, including 13 in the Chinese Mainland, the HKTDC promotes Hong Kong as a two-way global investment and business hub. The HKTDC organises international exhibitions, conferences and business missions to create business opportunities for companies, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), in the mainland and international markets. The HKTDC also provides up-to-date market insights and product information via research reports and digital news channels. For more information, please visit: www.hktdc.com/aboutus. Copyright 2025 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com
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Doubleview Extends High-Grade Domains at Hat: H099 Returns 438m of 0.40% CuEq Including 52m of 1.02% CuEq, Expanding Mineralization Envelope Around Conceptual Pit Vertically and Laterally

Doubleview Extends High-Grade Domains at Hat: H099 Returns 438m of 0.40% CuEq Including 52m of 1.02% CuEq, Expanding Mineralization Envelope Around Conceptual Pit Vertically and Laterally

Vancouver, British Columbia--(ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com - December 4, 2025) - Doubleview Gold Corp. (TSXV: DBG) (OTCQB: DBLVF) (FSE: 1D4) ("Doubleview" or the "Company") is pleased to announce assay results from drill holes H097, H098, and H099 from its 2025 drill program at the Hat Polymetallic Deposit in northwestern British Columbia. Drill holes H097, H098 and H099 were collared from the same platform as drill holes H093-H096 and were drilled into previously untested potential extensions of the deposit and have successfully expanded the mineralized footprint approximately 100m laterally and 200 meters vertically and strengthened confidence in continuity in part of the Lisle Zone.HighlightsH099 returned 438.0 metres of 0.40% CuEq, including 52.0 metres of 1.02% CuEq, representing one of the strongest continuous mineralized intervals drilled at the Hat deposit to date.H097 and H098 confirm mineralization in previously undrilled sections and extend data approximately 200-300 metres down-dip and up to 100 metres laterally and fill important gaps in the geological exploration model. Drill holes H097, H098 and H099 when integrated into the database potentially will extend the 2024 conceptual open-pit shell by ~200 metres down-dip and up to 100 metres laterally, and demonstrate strong expansion potential that may be realized in the revised version of the 2024 Mineral Resource Estimate (MRE-2) and the Preliminary Economic Assessment (PEA).Drill hole analyses reported in this News Release show continuity of copper-gold-cobalt-scandium domains [scandium is an emerging critical metal and an important component of the Hat deposit], across broad intervals of the system.These drill holes support the Company's objective to complete an up-dated Mineral Resource Estimate (MRE-2) and a Preliminary Economic Assessment (PEA) and improve confidence in the exploration model all of which will be incorporated in the current and future engineering studies *Copper Equivalent (CuEq) values exclude scandium (Sc2O3).*Table 1: Summary of Significant % CuEq Drill Core Intercepts Summary of Significant Drill Core InterceptsDDH From (m)To (m)Length (m)CuEq (%) Excl. Sc2O3Ag (g/t)Au (g/t)Co (g/t)Cu (%)Sc (g/t)H097 30.8476.0445.30.200.180.0962.10.1028.1H097Including112.8258.0145.20.250.240.1285.30.1225.5 Including209.0279.070.00.290.340.1089.80.1725.3 Including387.0422.035.00.360.210.1460.50.2221.6H098 45.0438.0393.00.270.250.1077.50.1627.9 Including288.0436.0148.00.410.340.1273.20.2830.9 Including290.0433.0143.00.420.340.1273.70.2831.0H099 72.0715.0643.00.340.210.1662.60.1829.9 Including210.0648.0438.00.400.250.1767.50.2330.4 Including312.0648.0336.00.470.290.2067.90.2731.5 Including362.0457.395.30.610.510.1891.00.4230.6 Including586.0687.0101.00.640.250.3549.90.3132.4 Including586.0676.790.70.680.240.3852.20.3331.5 Including586.0638.052.01.020.340.5867.20.4828.3 Notes: 1 - Copper Equivalent (CuEq) currently does not include Scandium2 - The intervals presented in this table are not true widths. The true width of mineralized sections has not been determined.3 - Metal equivalents should not be relied upon for future evaluations. Drill hole intercepts included in this news release are core lengths that may or may not represent true widths of mineralization. It is not possible to determine true widths.4 - Parameters used to calculate Copper Equivalent: Au price (US$/oz): 2365.09; Ag price (US$/oz): 27.43; Cu price (US$/lb): 4.17; Co price (US$/lb): 14.76. Au recovery: 89.0%; Ag recovery: 68.0%; Cu recovery: 84.0%; Co recovery: 78.0%. * Copper Equivalent Calculation CuEq in % = ([Ag grade in ppm] *27.43*0.68/31.1035 + [Au grade in ppm] *2365.09*.89/31.1035 + 0.0001* [Co grade in ppm] *14.76*0.78*22.0462 + 0.0001* [Cu grade in ppm] *4.17*0.84*22.0462)/(4.17*22.0462*0.84).Drill intercept overview:H099438.0 m at 0.40% CuEqIncluding: 52.0 m at 1.02% CuEqIncluding: 95.3 m at 0.61% CuEqIncluding: 336.0 m at 0.47% CuEq In 643 m at 0.34% CuEqH098393.0 m at 0.27% CuEqIncluding: 148.0 m at 0.41% CuEqH097445.3 m at 0.20% CuEqIncluding: 145.2 m at 0.25% CuEq These long intercepts continue to demonstrate and explore the dimensions of the horizontal and vertical porphyry-style Hat deposit mineralization enriched in copper, gold, cobalt, silver, and scandium.Geological InterpretationStep-Out Drilling Adds Increased VolumesH097-H099 were planned to intersect previously undrilled areas between and beneath the trace of previously released drill holes (H093-H096). Although collared from the same surface location, the drill holes highlighted in this News Release extended the dimensions of the deposit 200-300 metres at depth and up to 100 metres laterally, successfully fulfilling the objective of characterizing untested volumes of the deposit.Expansion of Conceptual Pit PotentialThe strong continuity and grade distribution observed in drill hole H099, together with similar results from H097 and H098, extend the interpreted geometry of the mineralized body and potentially allow major extensions of the conceptual pit by approximately 200 metres vertically and ~100 metres laterally. Note: the current exploration model and conceptual pit design are based on available information and may not be supported by future drilling and engineering studies.Continuity & Resource ConfidenceThe drill holes included in this News Release were planned to improve the interpretation of deposit geology and strengthen the block model used for resource estimates. The results confirm both lateral and vertical continuity of the system and will contribute to higher confidence resource categories as the model is updated.High-Grade Domains and Depth PotentialDrill hole H099 is particularly important as it highlights a strongly mineralized area of copper, et al. metals, including more than 50 metres exceeding 1.0% CuEq, and demonstrates that high-grade zones continue to depth. The extent of such high-grade zones has not been determined.Critical Metals: Scandium & CobaltWhile scandium (Sc2O3) is not included in CuEq calculations, scandium grades remain consistent with prior drill campaigns and continue to frame the Hat Deposit as a potentially significant North American source of critical metals.CEO CommentsFarshad Shirvani, President and CEO, commented: "These new step-out holes continue to validate and strengthen our geological model of the Hat Deposit. H099, in particular, delivered exceptional continuity with long and high-grade sections, confirming that the Lisle Zone remains robust at depth. The drilling extended mineralization into untested areas and demonstrated expansion potential for the conceptual pit by approximately 200 metres down-dip and 100 metres laterally.These results reaffirm our confidence in the Hat model, highlight the presence of high-grade domains, and demonstrate meaningful depth potential. Importantly, the new holes help us improve resource confidence and will be incorporated into the upcoming resource estimation work. We are very encouraged by the consistent scandium and cobalt values across the system, strengthening Hat's profile as a strategic critical-metals project in British Columbia. Our team is already planning follow-up drilling into several newly opened areas."Figure 1 - Drill Plan MapA surface plan map showing locations of H097, H098, and H099 relative to earlier holes (H090-H096), plotted on top of the 3D Induced Polarization (IP) chargeability model. The map illustrates the central Lisle Zone, the 2024 conceptual pit outline, and the new volumetric extensions identified through the 2025 drilling.To view an enhanced version of this graphic, please visit:https://images.newsfilecorp.com/files/8003/276907_7723e6e3145a690d_001full.jpgFigure 2 - Section View Through H099A north-south vertical cross-section through H099 showing down-hole CuEq grades, highlighting the 438 m mineralized interval and the high-grade 52m zone exceeding 1.0% CuEq. The section illustrates how the reported drill holes extend mineralization 200-300 m below prior interpretation and opens new areas for follow-up.To view an enhanced version of this graphic, please visit:https://images.newsfilecorp.com/files/8003/276907_7723e6e3145a690d_002full.jpgOther notes:Details of the algorithm used to estimate %CuEq are presented in the notes above. The metal values used in our current algorithm are average trailing three years commodity prices, and do not reflect recent dramatic increases in prices of mineral commodities. Scandium recovery has been announced in the news release dated 25th of November 2025 with an overall pre-optimized 82%. Core samples are delivered securely to a fully accredited commercial laboratory and processed by industry-standard methods and include insertion of standard samples, duplicate core samples and blank samples to ensure confidence. Assays are received from the analytical laboratory at irregular intervals, verified by reference to notes provided by our field crew, added to our database, and disseminated publicly by News Release. "The scandium resource potential is based on the drill holes on the property drilled for (July 25, 2024) maiden resource estimate for other metal content than scandium. The potential quantity and grade are conceptual in nature, there has been insufficient exploration to define a mineral resource, and it is uncertain if further exploration will result in the target being delineated as a mineral resource.Table 2: Drill hole locationsDDH IDUTM-East (m)UTM-North (m)Elevation (m)Azimuth (°)Dip (°)Max-Depth (m)YearH0973479636453927966348.0-86.26392025H0983479636453927966251.0-87.46332025H0993479636453927966190.0-76.07382025 Quality Assurance and Quality Control:Hat Project drill cores are processed at Doubleview's field camp where they are photographed, measured and logged by our technical staff and then divided using a diamond bladed saw. One half is placed in a stout bag to form the assay sample that is forwarded securely to the independent analytical lab. The remaining half core is stored on site where it is available for further examination and sampling. The assay cores are subject to a Chain of Custody routine as they are shipped from camp to a bonded carrier for delivery to the lab.All core samples are prepared and analyzed at AGAT Laboratories in Calgary, an independent ISO 17025 and ISO 9001 certified facility. Samples are dried, crushed to 70% passing 2 mm, split to obtain a 250 g representative portion, and pulverized to 85% passing 75 µm. Gold, platinum, and palladium are assayed by 30-50 g fire assay with ICP-OES finish. Multi-element analyses (up to 48 elements) are performed by four-acid digestion with ICP-OES/MS, with ore-grade assays applied where required. Selected samples are further analyzed for whole-rock oxides using lithium borate fusion with ICP-OES, and Loss on Ignition is determined separately. Routine quality assurance protocols include insertion of blanks, duplicates, and certified reference materials, ensuring accuracy and reliability of results.Doubleview maintains a website at www.doubleview.ca.Qualified Persons:Erik Ostensoe, P. Geo., a consulting geologist, and Doubleview's Qualified Person with respect to the Hat Project as defined by National Instrument 43-101 Standards of Disclosure for Mineral Projects, has reviewed, and approved the technical contents of this news release. He is not independent of Doubleview as he is a shareholder in the company.About Doubleview Gold CorpDoubleview Gold Corp. is mineral resource exploration and development company headquartered in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. It is publicly traded on the TSX-Venture Exchange (TSXV: DBG), (OTCQB: DBLVF), (WKN: LA1W038), and (FSE: 1D4). Doubleview focuses on identifying, acquiring, and financing precious and base metal exploration projects across North America, with a strong emphasis on British Columbia. The company enhances shareholder value through the acquisition and exploration of high-quality gold, copper, cobalt, scandium, and silver projects-collectively critical minerals utilizing cutting-edge exploration techniques.Doubleview's success is deeply rooted in the unwavering support of its long-term shareholders, supporters, and institutional investors. Their ongoing commitment has been instrumental in advancing the company's strategic initiatives. Doubleview looks forward to further collaborative growth and development and continues to welcome active participation from its valued stakeholders as the company expands its portfolio and strengthens its position in the critical minerals sector.About the Hat Polymetallic DepositThe Hat Deposit, located in northwestern British Columbia, is a polymetallic porphyry project with major resources of copper, gold, cobalt, and the potential for scandium. As one of the region's significant sources of critical minerals, the Hat deposit has undergone targeted exploration and development. The 0.2% CuEq cut-off resource estimate, as of the recently completed Mineral Resource Estimate and the Company's July 25, 2024, news release, is summarized below: Average GradeMetal ContentOpen Pit Model HatResource CategoryTonnageCuEqCuCoAuAgCuEqCuCoAuAgMt%%%g/tg/tmillion lbmillion lbmillion lbthousand ozthousand ozIn PitIndicated1500.4080.2210.0080.190.421,353733289292,045Inferred4770.3440.1850.0090.150.493,6191,945912,3287,575 Scandium potential for the Hat Deposit is estimated to be 300 to 500 million tonnes at an average grade of 40 ppm (0.004%) Sc2O3.For further details of the MRE, please refer to the Company's July 25, 2024 news release.On behalf of the Board of Directors,Farshad Shirvani, President & Chief Executive OfficerFor further information please contact:Doubleview Gold Corp Vancouver, BC Farshad Shirvani President & CEO T: (604) 678-9587 E: corporate@doubleview.caNEITHER TSX VENTURE EXCHANGE NOR ITS REGULATION SERVICES PROVIDER (AS THAT TERM IS DEFINED IN THE POLICIES OF THE TSX VENTURE EXCHANGE) ACCEPTS RESPONSIBILITY FOR THE ADEQUACY OR ACCURACY OF THIS RELEASE.Certain of the statements made and information contained herein may constitute "forward-looking information." In particular references to the private placement and future work programs or expectations on the quality or results of such work programs are subject to risks associated with operations on the property, exploration activity generally, equipment limitations and availability, as well as other risks that we may not be currently aware of. Accordingly, readers are advised not to place undue reliance on forward-looking information. Except as required under applicable securities legislation, the Company undertakes no obligation to publicly update or revise forward-looking information, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise.To view the source version of this press release, please visit https://www.newsfilecorp.com/release/276907 Copyright 2025 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com
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CaoCao Unveils ‘100 Cities, 100 Billion in 10 Years’ Robotaxi Strategy, Officially Launches World’s First ‘Green Intelligent Mobility Hub’

CaoCao Unveils ‘100 Cities, 100 Billion in 10 Years’ Robotaxi Strategy, Officially Launches World’s First ‘Green Intelligent Mobility Hub’

HONG KONG, December 4, 2025 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) – On December 3, CaoCao Inc. ('CaoCao'; 2643.HK) held a Robotaxi strategy update launch event in Hangzhou. CEO Gong Xin announced an enhanced Robotaxi roadmap, introduced the "100 Cities, 100 Billion in 10 Years" strategic goal, and unveiled the first future-oriented urban mobility hub — the 'Green Intelligent Mobility Hub'. Empowered by Geely's technology ecosystem, CaoCao is now accelerating the commercial deployment of Robotaxi services.The event took place at the world's first Green Intelligent Mobility Hub. An Conghui of Geely Holding Group said, "CaoCao is not only Geely Holding Group's technology-driven mobility platform, but also our most important vehicle for exploring the future of mobility and enabling the commercial operation of Robotaxis. It is also at the forefront of validating cutting-edge technologies and demonstrating ecosystem-wide collaboration."CaoCao's Three-Phase Robotaxi Strategy and the "100 Cities, 100 Billion in 10 Years" VisionAt the event, CaoCao presented its three-phase Robotaxi strategy in full for the first time. In the initial phase, the focus is on technology validation and small-scale pilot operations. In the current phase, the company will complete the transition from safety-driver-based operations to fully driverless operations, while piloting mixed operations involving both human-driven and driverless vehicles. In the future, CaoCao will deploy fully customized Robotaxi models to enable large-scale commercial operations worldwide.CaoCao also officially released its "100 Cities, 100 Billion in 10 Years" global strategic goal. Over the next decade, the company plans to establish five global operation centers, roll out Robotaxi services in 100 cities worldwide, and achieve a cumulative gross transaction value (GTV) of RMB 100 billion. This will be an important part of Geely Holding Group's globalization strategy built around smart mobility services.Gong Xin noted that in the Robotaxi 2.0 phase, CaoCao will further enhance its capabilities in large-scale automated fleet operations, launch the CaoCao Intelligent Mobility RAS platform, and fully implement a digital asset management system, thereby deeply integrating its operational strengths with smart cockpit and intelligent driving technologies to build a closed-loop system for fully driverless Robotaxi operations.The Green Intelligent Mobility Hub was also officially put into operation. According to Gong Xin, the first hub brings together automated battery swapping, self-cleaning, in-vehicle tidying, intelligent dispatching, and automated billing, and is designed with reserved eVTOL take-off and landing pads and charging interfaces, offering an early prototype of future urban mobility infrastructure. The Green Intelligent Mobility Hub is the tangible expression of Geely Holding Group's aim to "lead the green and intelligent mobility ecosystem," and CaoCao has developed a replicable standard for its construction. In the future, city-level hubs will provide seamless connections between Robotaxis and Aerofugia's eVTOL (electric vertical take-off and landing) aircraft. These hubs will be backed by Geespace's low-Earth-orbit satellite network, which will deliver ubiquitous communications coverage and high-precision positioning data, helping to shape an integrated "sky–ground–space" mobility blueprint.CaoCao will also explore more diversified revenue models and create new employment opportunities. As the Robotaxi business grows, the company may open vehicle purchase channels to drivers and form operational partnerships with them to jointly explore revenue opportunities. Going forward, expansion of the fleet and the continued build-out of Green Intelligent Mobility Hubs will create new types of roles, including positions in cloud-based remote assurance and asset management.Leveraging the Geely Technology Ecosystem to Build Core Robotaxi Competitiveness for CaoCaoAs one of the most closely watched areas in automotive intelligence, competition in the Robotaxi space has moved beyond single algorithms or hardware components and has become a system-level contest spanning intelligent custom vehicles, autonomous driving technologies, and smart operational platforms — and this is precisely where Geely Holding Group’s intelligent technology ecosystem has built a strong competitive moat.Backed by Geely's technology ecosystem, CaoCao has all the key elements needed for Robotaxi development and has established a unique integrated model that combines intelligent custom vehicles, autonomous driving technologies, and smart operations. This model is underpinned by Geely's strong capabilities in electric and intelligent vehicle R&D and manufacturing. It integrates cutting-edge technologies in computing power, algorithms, data, and systems integration, and is further reinforced by CaoCao's long-standing expertise in urban operations, asset management, user services, and the broader mobility ecosystem. Together, these strengths form a comprehensive closed-loop system for Robotaxi operations, enabling the coordinated optimization of safety, efficiency, and user experience.As Geely Holding Group's most important platform for the commercial operation of Robotaxis, CaoCao has spent the past decade cultivating the shared mobility market, accumulating vast volumes of trip data, developing mature dispatch algorithms, and building a nationwide service network, all of which provide a solid foundation for Robotaxi commercialization. In addition, by owning and operating the largest custom fleet of its kind in China, CaoCao has gained valuable experience in large-scale fleet operations and efficient asset management—expertise that is essential for the Robotaxi era.At the event, CaoCao and Afari Technology signed a strategic partnership agreement in the presence of CaoCao CEO Gong Xin and Afari Technology Chairman Yin Qi. Leveraging Geely Holding Group's powerful technology ecosystem, the two parties will deepen their collaboration in the Robotaxi sector and accelerate the large-scale adoption and commercial deployment of autonomous driving technologies.The launch and steady advancement of CaoCao's Robotaxi strategy provide a replicable operational model for the green and intelligent transformation of urban transportation. The company is taking concrete action to bring Robotaxis into everyday life and to unlock a broader commercial future for the Robotaxi business.CaoCao Inc (HKSE 02634), https://www.caocao.com.cnGeely Automobile Holdings Ltd (HKSE 00175), https://www.geelyauto.com.hk Copyright 2025 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com
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The Gourmet’s Guide: Using Your TravelKon eSIM to Hunt for Japan’s Best Ramen, Sushi, and Street Food

The Gourmet’s Guide: Using Your TravelKon eSIM to Hunt for Japan’s Best Ramen, Sushi, and Street Food

SYDNEY, AU, Dec 4, 2025 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - You have seen the videos and read the blogs. Now you are finally planning your own food pilgrimage to Japan. We are talking about that perfect, silky bowl of ramen, sushi that melts in your mouth, and hot takoyaki straight from the griddle.But let us be honest for a second. The difference between a good food trip and an absolutely epic one often comes down to one simple thing: can you actually find the place? And when you do, do you know what you are ordering?That is where a bit of modern tech makes all the difference. Here is how to use your phone, and a TravelKon eSIM, to eat your way through Japan like a pro.Never Walk Past the Best Meal of Your TripThe wildest thing about Japan's food scene is that the best spots are often hidden. We are talking about a noodle shop with no English sign down a back alley in Shinjuku, or a tiny sushi counter in a Tokyo subway station.Your map app is your best mate here. But it is useless if it is buffering. With a reliable local data connection, you can navigate in real time, right to the door. Even better, you can be spontaneous. See a huge line of locals? A quick search can tell you if they are queueing for the city's best tonkatsu or just a new phone shop.A TravelKon Japan eSIM on a proper Japanese network like Docomo or KDDI means no more guessing. Your maps just work, turning your phone into a reliable compass pointing directly to deliciousness.Order the Good Stuff, Not the Mystery ItemYou have found an incredible-looking izakaya, a casual pub. It is packed with locals, the atmosphere is buzzing and the menu is a full sheet of Kanji with no pictures. Now what?Whip out your phone and use the camera function on Google Translate. Just point it at the menu, and it will overlay the English translation right on your screen. Now you can confidently order the famous local sea urchin, instead of accidentally pointing to something more adventurous.This magic trick needs a solid, fast data connection to work instantly. A dodgy connection means a delayed, jumbled translation. With your Japan eSIM, you can decode any menu on the spot, turning a moment of panic into a fun part of the experience.Share Your Food Without Waiting for Hotel Wi-FiLet us be honest, that beautifully crafted sushi platter or that steaming bowl of ramen is a work of art. You want to share it with your friends back home now, not six hours later when you are back on the hotel's patchy Wi-Fi.Post that video of the sizzling okonomiyaki to your Story right from the table. Livestream the sushi chef's masterful skills for a minute. Upload your 4K reel of Osaka's Dotonbori street food scene that night.This is where data plans matter. If you are a big sharer, you will want a Japan eSIM with plenty of data, or even an unlimited plan, so you never have to think twice about it. It lets you document your trip in the moment, when the excitement is freshest.Get Out of Town and Find the Real GemsThe culinary adventures in Japan do not stop at the city limits. In fact, some of the best finds are in regional areas. Think the incredible Hida beef in Takayama, the fresh seafood in Hokkaido's markets, or the unique street food at a local matsuri, or festival.Use your data to research regional specialties and check train times for a spontaneous day trip. Find that famous soba shop in the mountains everyone talks about.Many cheap Japan SIMs or roaming plans have weak coverage outside major cities. A TravelKon Japan eSIM on a major network means you are just as connected in a small town in Kyoto prefecture as you are in downtown Tokyo, giving you the confidence to explore further.Keep It Simple: Your Connection SortedThe easiest way to make this all happen is with an eSIM. You just scan a QR code to install it before you go, and you are online minutes after you land at Narita or Haneda. No faffing about at a SIM card vending machine.Think about how you travel. If you're planning to go hard on the social posts, an Unlimited Japan eSIM means you can share every bite without ever slowing down. Or, if you're also popping over to Korea or Taiwan, a multi-country Asia eSIM has you covered for the whole trip. And if you just need maps and translations to get by, a flexible data pack will do the trick perfectly and save you some cash for an extra meal or two.Your dream food trip to Japan is waiting. With your phone properly connected, you can spend less time getting lost and more time tracking down that perfect, life-changing bite.Ready to eat your way through Japan? Check out TravelKon's Japan eSIMs and find the right one for your adventure.About TravelKonTravelKon is an Australian company with a simple goal: to provide reliable and affordable connectivity for travellers. Since our founding in 2019, we've built partnerships with leading telecom operators across the globe, offering eSIM data plans in over 180 destinations worldwide.Media Contact:Brenda - PR & Communications Managermedia@travelkon.com.au | +61 412 718 829SOURCE: TravelKon Copyright 2025 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com
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Spritzer Celebrates Global and Regional Brand Excellence 2025

Spritzer Celebrates Global and Regional Brand Excellence 2025

These prestigious international and regional accolades reinforce Spritzer’s position as a leading and trusted brand in the beverage industryKUALA LUMPUR, Dec 4, 2025 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Spritzer Berhad, Malaysia’s leading mineral water company, proudly announces two major international achievements: being named Brand of the Year (Water Category) at the 2025–2026 World Branding Awards, and receiving the Asia Excellence Brand Award 2024. These recognitions reflect Spritzer’s unwavering commitment to excellence and strengthen its reputation as a trusted, forward-thinking brand with strong consumer confidence across global and regional markets.Representing the company at both ceremonies, Winnie Chin, Head of Public Relations, said: “These international recognitions are deeply meaningful to us, as Spritzer continues to prioritise quality, innovation, and responsible stewardship in all markets where we operate. We are honoured to receive these awards once again, as they reflect the trust consumers place in Spritzer and our dedication to setting benchmarks for excellence. Our sincere appreciation goes to our dedicated team, valued partners, and loyal consumers who inspire us to keep raising the bar.”Global Recognition: World Branding Awards – Brand of the Year (Water Category)Held on 17 November 2025 in Osaka, Japan, the World Branding Awards—organised by the World Branding Forum (WBF), a global non-profit promoting branding excellence—named Spritzer the 2025–2026 Brand of the Year in the Water Category for the 11th consecutive year. The awards honour brands with exceptional market presence, strong regional influence, and consistent quality. Winners are selected through a rigorous process involving brand valuation, market research, and global consumer voting, with over 91,000 participants worldwide this year. This distinction highlights Spritzer’s enduring brand strength and the confidence consumers place in its uncompromising standards.Regional Leadership: Asia Excellence Brand Award 2024Spritzer was also honoured with the Asia Excellence Brand Award 2024 on 30 October 2025 in Hong Kong, presented by Yazhou Zhoukan (Asia Weekly), a leading Chinese-language publication. The award recognises brands demonstrating exceptional performance, strong influence, and regional credibility across Asia.This achievement underscores Spritzer’s ongoing commitment to innovation, sustainability, and quality, reinforcing its position as the preferred mineral water brand for consumers across the region.Spritzer continues to lead the industry in environmental responsibility with a clear sustainability roadmap, including 100% recyclable packaging from cap to label and the integration of recycled materials. These initiatives affirm the company’s pledge to become a fully circular brand by 2030, delivering natural hydration through innovative, planet-conscious solutions.For over three decades, Spritzer has established itself as a leading and trendy beverage brand, continuously expanding its presence.About SpritzerEstablished in 1989, Spritzer is a leading Malaysian bottled water brand, sourcing natural mineral water from a protected 430-acre rainforest in Taiping. Naturally filtered through underground rock layers for over 15 years, our water is enriched with essential minerals like Silica, known to support skin, bones, hair, and nails.Combining smart manufacturing with sustainable practices, Spritzer ensures every bottle meets the highest quality and safety standards. Our packaging is 100% recyclable and made from recycled materials, reflecting our commitment to environmental stewardship and a circular economy.Tested annually by SIRIM to be free from microplastics, Spritzer offers consumers trusted, natural hydration. Our diverse product range includes Natural Mineral Water, Original and Flavoured Sparkling Water, Distilled Water, and Fruit-Flavoured Beverages—crafted to suit every lifestyle and occasion.With a clear vision to become a fully circular brand by 2030, Spritzer leads the industry in innovation, quality, and sustainability.Spritzer — where nature, innovation, and sustainability come together in every bottle.For more information, visit www.spritzer.com.myFor media inquiries please contact:Nur Amalia RosshaimiSenior Executive Narro CommunicationsT: + 60-17 630 0314E: amalia@narrocomms.comWinnie ChinHead of Public Relations, Spritzer BhdT: +6019 553 2663E: winniecgl@spritzer.com.my Copyright 2025 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com
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在联泓格润”超级工厂” 看见绿色材料全链路

在联泓格润”超级工厂” 看见绿色材料全链路

香港, 2025年12月4日 - (亚太商訊) - 据联想控股微空间报道,近日,联泓格润新能源材料和生物可降解材料一体化项目(以下简称"联泓格润一体化项目")圆满中交。该项目是联泓战略2.0阶段投资额最大、装置数量最多的项目,总投资125亿元,占地约1700亩,主要建设130万吨/年DMTO、20万吨/年EVA、30万吨/年PO、24万吨/年PPG、5万吨/年PPC等生产装置和相关配套设施。这座材料"超级工厂"通过一体化的协同生产模式,实现了原料供给、能源利用与多类材料生产的高度衔接,夯实了联泓未来发展的基础。2025年11月6日,联泓格润一体化项目中的24万吨/年PPG装置率先实现投料试生产,并一次性打通全流程,为整个项目的后续试运行打赢"第一仗"。随着未来各装置陆续投产,这些看似陌生的化工材料,也将融入大众生活的方方面面:打造更耐用的光伏组件、让汽车更轻量化、提供更舒适的家居用品,乃至引领绿色可持续的生活方式...DMTO:甲醇制烯烃把甲醇变成"材料母粒"光伏组件、电线电缆、功能薄膜...我们日常用到的很多材料,都离不开最基础的烯烃。石油是烯烃生产的主流原料,但我国富煤贫油的现状制约了产业的发展。因此,以煤为原料合成甲醇、通过甲醇制取烯烃成为国产替代的重要方式。目前,联泓新科已形成完整的高端烯烃深加工产业链,其中甲醇制烯烃和烯烃分离技术,是国内首套拥有完全自主知识产权的技术,打通了从煤到烯烃的产业链。此次项目中,DMTO(即甲醇制取低碳烯烃)装置相当于整个体系的"原料发动机",产出的乙烯、丙烯等烯烃会在园区内部被进一步利用:乙烯 → EVA(光伏材料)丙烯 → PO(中间原料)→ PPG / PPC(特种材料、生物材料)这种"烯烃—中间体—材料"的衔接链,让烯烃原料能够实现更完整的梯级利用和多路径转化,从而提升整体资源效率与供应稳定性。EVA:乙烯-醋酸乙烯共聚物支撑光伏稳定发电的新能源材料光伏组件里有一层"透明薄膜",决定着光伏面板能否经受住暴晒、温差和风沙的考验。EVA正是制作这种光伏胶膜的重要原料之一。近年来,随着我国光伏装机量持续攀升,EVA的需求也在快速增长。根据大宗商品信息服务企业卓创资讯数据显示,2025年上半年国内EVA表观消费量达到164.2万吨,进口依存度仍在20%以上,预计2029年EVA总需求量将达到535万吨。在此背景下,联泓格润一体化项目建设的20万吨/年EVA装置显得尤为关键。投产后,联泓新科EVA总产能将超过35万吨/年,主要供应高附加值的光伏胶膜料,可满足40GW光伏装机需求,支持的年发电量可替代1300万吨标煤。这不仅将补齐联泓新科全系列高压EVA产品,进一步增强其在光伏材料领域的供给能力,也有助于进一步提升我国光伏产业链的自主可控水平。PO:环氧丙烷链接上下游的关键中间原料要让烯烃真正变成丰富的材料体系,PO是不可忽视的一环。PO是现代化工中重要的中间体,下游衍生产品近百种,可广泛应用于汽车、建筑、纺织、日化等多个领域。在这些下游产品中,聚醚多元醇(PPG)是最主要的消费方向,2024年应用占比接近九成。与此同时,PO也是生物可降解材料聚碳酸亚丙酯(PPC)的关键原料。可以看出,在联泓格润一体化项目中,PO装置起到了"承上启下"的作用:向上:衔接烯烃体系向下:支撑PPG、PPC等装置的原料供应据介绍,30万吨/年PO生产装置成功打破国外专利商的工艺技术垄断,打通了从烯烃到可降解材料产业链条的关键环节,让产品附加值提高10倍以上。PPG:聚醚多元醇更轻、更强、更节能的特种材料PPG是现代制造业中非常重要的基础材料,广泛用于汽车、家居、建筑保温、纺织、新能源等领域,对材料的轻量化、舒适性和能效表现具有关键影响。联泓格润一体化项目正在建设的24万吨/年PPG项目采用国内自主开发的连续法工艺技术,主要原料PO和环氧乙烷(EO)为联泓新科自产,具有投资省、能耗低、原料自给、转化率高、产品品质优等特点。2025年11月6日,该装置顺利实现投料试生产,并成功一次打通全流程,产出合格的PPG产品,为联泓格润一体化项目试生产工作打下了良好的基础。PPC:聚碳酸亚丙酯让二氧化碳变成生物可降解材料PPC是一种自带"绿色基因"的新一代生物可降解材料。它以PO + CO₂为主要原料,实现了生产过程中的二氧化碳资源化利用,为生物可降解材料提供了更绿色的生产路径。与其他生物可降解材料相比,PPC具有刚韧平衡性好、阻隔性好、透明度高、保水保墒性优异等优点,适合用于绿色包装、农膜和一次性产品--这些都是当下环保需求颇为迫切的方向。联泓格润一体化项目建设的PPC装置及配套项目采用与中国科学院相关院所共同开发的最新一代催化剂技术,填补了国内空白,投产后每年可回收利用二氧化碳20万吨。从DMTO到PO,再到EVA、PPG、PPC...联泓格润一体化项目构建起一条从原料到材料的完整链条。随着项目加速进入投产阶段,联泓新科新能源材料、生物材料、电子材料和特种材料四大板块的业务更加清晰,也将为光伏、新能源汽车、人形机器人、绿色包装等产业提供更稳定、可持续的材料支撑。参考链接:《联泓格润新能源材料和生物可降解材料一体化项目圆满中交》:https://mp.weixin.qq.com/s/pl6N2JN9VSHP63jRnPWW3Q《联泓格润一体化项目迎来投产"开门红"--24万吨/年聚醚多元醇(PPG)装置一次开车成功》:https://mp.weixin.qq.com/s/e2mcy8nlQg0aWkZEe5yMOg《2025年中国环氧丙烷行业市场推动因素及未来机遇》《2024枣庄十佳项目采风(1)滕州市联泓格润新能源材料和生物可降解材料一体化项目》:https://mp.weixin.qq.com/s/kGn0GEvCrRu0OJ94m3jB5w Copyright 2025 亚太商讯 via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com
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阿曼十年黄金居留计划吸引全球投资者寻求稳定与长期准入

阿曼十年黄金居留计划吸引全球投资者寻求稳定与长期准入

马斯喀特,阿曼, 2025年12月4日 - (亚太商讯 via SeaPRwire.com) - 推出三个月后,阿曼十年黄金居留计划正成为该地区最具吸引力的长期居留途径之一,吸引着寻求稳定环境、透明监管及高增长市场战略通道的投资者、企业家和国际流动家庭日益浓厚的兴趣。该计划在《阿曼2040愿景》框架下推出,为希望在这一定位为安全且全球互联经济枢纽的国家扎根的投资者提供结构化框架。展现阿曼当代风貌,融合增长、安全与生活品质元素,彰显该国繁荣宜居的声誉。黄金居留计划通过七条明确路径,以最低52万美元投资额换取长期居留权。投资方式包括:购置综合旅游区内已竣工房产;在阿曼注册公司;购买政府开发债券;投资马斯喀特证券交易所上市证券;或在持牌阿曼银行存入五年期以上定期存款。申请人亦可通过以下途径获得资格:拥有雇佣至少50名阿曼国民的企业,或依据《阿曼外资投资法》获得提名(前提是企业资本满足规定门槛)。该计划的核心特色在于其以家庭为中心的设计。获批申请人可担保配偶及任何年龄段子女,在旅游区外额外购置房产,并无需本地担保人即可雇佣最多三名家政人员。该居留权还包含移民快速通道及亲属访客签证延期等权益——此类福利在全球居留计划中极为罕见,使阿曼成为兼具长期安全保障与包容稳定环境的家庭移民目的地。申请系统实现全数字化,全球申请人可在线上传材料、追踪进度,并直接对接专属客户经理。该计划由Migrate World提供支持,其尽职调查核验与迁居服务确保入籍流程符合国际投资移民标准。此精简模式彰显阿曼在机构层面推动效率化、透明化及统一化投资者的服务体系。阿曼位于亚洲、非洲与中东交汇的地理位置持续吸引全球关注。凭借覆盖逾26亿消费者的市场准入及直通主要贸易通道的区位优势,该国正日益成为区域运营的稳定基地。强大的监管机构、长期的政治中立立场以及全球最稳定的货币之一,进一步增强了投资者信心。生活质量指标同样推动着全球需求——阿曼在安全、气候和购买力方面位居全球前列。官方指出,该计划正有效配合国家战略,助力优先领域吸引人才与资本。要求雇佣阿曼国民的途径支持着该国人力资本目标,而强制性审计则强化了参与企业的治理与运营标准。投资者对可再生能源、物流、先进制造业、旅游业及采矿业的早期关注,与阿曼《2040愿景》下的经济多元化议程高度契合。在全球居留权与公民身份计划竞争加剧的背景下,阿曼正将本国模式定位为长期、可靠且以伙伴关系为导向的典范。当其他地区计划过度依赖短期激励时,阿曼基于监管透明度、经济稳定性及家庭导向设计的方案,正逐步获得国际投资界的认可。该计划实施三个月以来,初步数据显示其有望在未来数年成为提升阿曼投资吸引力的关键引擎。更多详情及申请流程请访问:https://omanresidence.gov.om/ 关于阿曼投资局:阿曼投资局是苏丹国战略投资的官方门户,为投资者提供统一对接渠道,覆盖与《阿曼2040愿景》相契合的优先发展领域。该平台汇聚22家政府及私营机构,从项目咨询到业务扩展全程提供高效透明、以投资者为中心的服务体验。通过定制化支持、行业洞察及全数字化服务生态系统,阿曼投资局助力全球投资者顺利开展业务。 Copyright 2025 亚太商讯 via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com
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Oman’s 10-Year Golden Residency Program Attracts Global Investors Seeking Stability and Long-Term Access

Oman’s 10-Year Golden Residency Program Attracts Global Investors Seeking Stability and Long-Term Access

Muscat, Oman, Dec 4, 2025 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Three months after its introduction, Oman's 10-Year Golden Residency is emerging as one of the region's most compelling long-term residency pathways, attracting rising interest from investors, entrepreneurs, and internationally mobile families seeking stability, transparent regulation, and strategic access to high-growth markets. The programme-launched under Oman Vision 2040-offers a structured framework for investors wishing to establish deeper roots in a country positioning itself as a secure and globally connected economic hub.The Golden Residency grants eligible applicants long-term residency in return for a minimum investment of USD 520,000 across seven clearly defined routes. These include owning completed real estate units within Integrated Tourism Complexes; establishing a company registered in Oman; purchasing government development bonds; investing in securities listed on the Muscat Stock Exchange; or placing a fixed-term deposit in a licensed Omani bank for a minimum of five years. Applicants may also qualify by owning a company that employs at least 50 Omani nationals or through nomination under Oman's Foreign Capital Investment Law, provided the company's capital meets the required threshold.A defining feature of the programme is its family-centric design. Approved applicants can sponsor their spouse and children of any age, secure additional property outside tourism zones, and employ up to three domestic workers without a local sponsor. The residency also includes fast-track immigration lanes and expanded visit visas for extended family members. These benefits-rare in many global residency schemes-position Oman as a destination offering long-term security as well as an inclusive, predictable environment for families.The application system is fully digital, enabling applicants worldwide to upload documents, track applications, and engage directly with dedicated relationship managers. The programme is supported by Migrate World, which provides due-diligence verification and relocation support to align the onboarding process with international investor-migration standards. The streamlined model reflects Oman's broader institutional push toward efficiency, transparency, and unified investor services.Oman's geographic position at the junction of Asia, Africa, and the Middle East continues to be a central factor in global interest. With access to more than 2.6 billion consumers and direct links to major trade routes, the country is increasingly viewed as a stable base for regional operations. Strong regulatory institutions, long-standing political neutrality, and one of the world's most stable currencies further reinforce investor confidence. Quality-of-life indicators are also contributing to global demand, with Oman ranking among the top countries worldwide for safety, climate, and purchasing power.Officials note that the programme is already complementing national efforts to attract talent and capital into priority sectors. Pathways requiring the employment of Omani nationals support the country's human-capital goals, while mandatory audits strengthen governance and operational standards among participating companies. Early interest from investors in renewable energy, logistics, advanced manufacturing, tourism, and mining aligns closely with Oman's diversification agenda under Vision 2040.As competition intensifies across global residency and citizenship programmes, Oman is positioning its model as long-term, reliable, and partnership-driven. While other regional initiatives rely heavily on short-term incentives, Oman's approach-grounded in regulatory clarity, economic stability, and a family-focused design-is steadily gaining recognition in international investment circles. Three months into its rollout, early indicators suggest the programme is on track to become a key driver of Oman's investment attractiveness in the years ahead.Further details and the full application process are available at: https://omanresidence.gov.om/About Invest OMAN:Invest Oman is the Sultanate's official gateway for strategic investment, offering investors unified access to opportunities across priority sectors aligned with Oman Vision 2040. The platform brings together more than 22 government and private entities under one roof, providing a streamlined, transparent, and investor-centric experience from initial enquiry to project expansion. Through tailored support, sector insights, and a fully digital services ecosystem, Invest OMAN enables global investors to navigate establishment procedures efficiently and unlock long-term value in one of the region's most stable and strategically connected economies. For more information, visit https://investoman.om/Contact InformationInvest Omannews@investoman.omSOURCE: Invest OMANRelated ImagesProsperity and Liveability in Oman.jpgA contemporary Omani setting featuring growth, safety, and quality-of-life elements that define the country’s reputation for prosperity and liveability. Copyright 2025 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com
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