Gamblers Connect marks its fifth anniversary iGame

Gamblers Connect marks its fifth anniversary

March 31, 2026
(AsiaGameHub) - Gamblers Connect, the award-winning iGaming media and affiliate platform, is marking its fifth anniversary, having established itself as one of the most prominent affiliate media brands in the sector. Founded with the mission of creating a transparent, player-centric platform, Gamblers Connect quickly evolved from a simple concept into a major industry player. The company secured its first award within its first year and has since expanded its offerings with new tools, sections, and features, while maintaining a strong presence at major industry events and speaking engagements. The platform's services were further enhanced by the introduction of the Responsible Gambling Index, a proprietary tool designed to evaluate both game providers and casino operators. This ongoing progress is reflected in numerous industry nominations and awards, including Casino Affiliate of the Year, Crypto Affiliate of the Year, News Affiliate of the Year, and Best Affiliate of the Year. Over the last five years, Gamblers Connect has transitioned from a traditional affiliate model into a comprehensive iGaming media brand. It now delivers a wide array of editorial content, industry news, interviews, and B2B coverage for both players and industry professionals. Gjorgje Ristikj, Founder of Gamblers Connect, stated: “2026 is more than just an anniversary; it represents a significant step forward. The debut of the GC Contributors Program, the launch of the iHub, and the development of an entirely new platform indicate the future direction of Gamblers Connect—expanding its industry reach and ambition for the next five years.” This article is provided by a third-party. AsiaGameHub (https://asiagamehub.com/) makes no warranties regarding its content. AsiaGameHub delivers targeted distribution for iGaming, Casino, and eSports, connecting 3,000+ premium Asian media outlets and 80,000+ specialized influencers across ASEAN.
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Honda Announces the Establishment of PathAhead Co., Ltd., a Startup Originated from IGNITION, a Honda New Business Creation Program JCN Newswire

Honda Announces the Establishment of PathAhead Co., Ltd., a Startup Originated from IGNITION, a Honda New Business Creation Program

March 31, 2026
TOKYO, Japan, Mar 31, 2026 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Honda Motor Co., Ltd. (Honda) today announced the establishment of PathAhead Co., Ltd. (PathAhead), a startup business venture originated from IGNITION, Honda’s new business creation program.PathAhead has developed Rising Sand, the world’s first artificial aggregate made from desert sand. Going forward, the company will work to establish mass-production technology and conduct demonstration testing to verify its workability and durability in asphalt road construction. After these steps, the company aims to begin mass production of Rising Sand at its own production plant, scheduled to be built in Republic of Kenya in 2028, and establish a system and capability to ensure stable supply to construction companies in Africa.Rising Sand, artificial aggregate developed by PathAheadOfficial website of PathAhead: URL:https://pathahead.jp/ (Japanese)https://pathahead.jp/en (English)In recent years, African countries have seen a rapid expansion of their economies in line with rapid population growth. At the same time, insufficient construction and maintenance of infrastructure such as roads has been a major constraint on economic growth. Currently, the percentage of paved roads in the African region remains low, at approximately 20%*2, and the deterioration of existing paved roads is progressing, which is resulting in higher logistics costs and economic losses.Furthermore, aggregates used for road paving are made of relatively inexpensive natural resources such as sand and crushed stone, which tend to have variability in strength depending on where they were mined and the geological layers, making it difficult to secure consistent level of quality required for paving materials.PathAhead recognized the potential of desert sand as a locally available resource and developed an artificial aggregate, Rising Sand, that achieves both high cost efficiency and durability. Rising Sand is produced using PathAhead’s original technology to granulate fine, non-uniform desert sand grains into more uniform, high-hardness artificial aggregate, which is suitable for a wide range of applications, including road paving, concrete, and materials for the base course/sub-base of roads.As the first step toward commercialization, PathAhead will conduct demonstration testing of Rising Sand for road paving applications over a period of approximately three years, first in Kenya starting in 2027, then in Tanzania, followed by South Africa. The company will verify workability, durability, and the consistency of quality while considering local climate and traffic conditions in each country, aiming to establish specifications that satisfy the requirements for road pavement materials for mass production.Based on the results of the demonstration testing, PathAhead will start mass-production of Rising Sand at a production plant scheduled to be constructed in Kenya in 2028, then in Tanzania, followed by South Africa, with the goal of building a stable supply system through local sourcing and local production.Key features of the Rising SandRising Sand is an artificial aggregate produced by granulating the round grains of fine desert sand with a diameter of approximately 100 micrometers (μm)*3 into larger granulated sand clusters with a diameter of several ten millimeters (mm), using PathAhead’s original, patent-pending granulation technology. This technology reduces variations in the size and shape of sand clusters, thereby increasing its strength as aggregate.While roads constructed with conventional natural aggregates typically have a service life of about 10 years, roads constructed with the Rising Sand are expected to achieve a service life of more than 20 years*4, which will reduce the frequency of road repairs and is estimated to reduced lifecycle cost by approximately 60%*4 compared to that of conventional roads using natural aggregates. Furthermore, by using locally available resources such as desert sand and additives, PathAhead will strive to offer Rising Sand at a price comparable to that of natural aggregates.As the depletion of natural resources, such as sand and crushed stone extracted from mountains and rivers, is becoming a serious global issue, Rising Sand can be used as a sustainable alternative that fulfills a wide range of construction needs, beyond applications for road pavements, including applications for concrete and materials for the base course/sub-base of roads.Image of granulating desert sand to produce Rising SandKey applications of Rising Sand*1 Granular materials used as a component in construction mixtures, such as pavement material.*2 PathAhead estimate based on “The World Factbook” published by the U.S. Central Intelligence Agency (CIA).*3 1μm = 1/1000 of a mm.*4 Based on research by PathAhead.Comments by Masayuki Iga, Representative Director & CEO of PathAhead Co., Ltd.“At Honda, I worked on research and development of automotive materials and fundamental research on mobility-related technologies, based on what our customers expect of our finished vehicles. I established PathAhead based on my desire to leverage technologies and insights I amassed through such experience to swiftly and directly address challenges facing our society. In Africa, the low durability of roads significantly constrains the mobility of people, logistics, and economic activities. Roads are more than mere infrastructure: they connect people, expand access to education, healthcare, and industry for more people, and form the foundation that supports the potential of the region. PathAhead is committed to more than just building roads: by providing highly durable materials, we take on a challenge to create sustainable road networks. With our end-to-end commitment — from fundamental research to locally rooted real-world implementation — we will leverage the power of our technology and enable people and society to unleash their limitless potential, starting from the ‘roads’ they use.” Comments by Keiji Otsu, President and Representative Director of Honda R&D Co., Ltd.“Each and every Honda associate pursues their dreams and continues to take on challenges with strong conviction in order to offer our customers around the world the ‘joy and freedom of mobility’ through our mobility products and services. It is encouraging to see that the technologies and ideas Mr. Iga developed through his experience in research on mobility-related materials have led to a new idea that contributes to the infrastructure and is beginning to take shape as a solution to a societal challenge. Through our IGNITION program, Honda will offer ongoing support for this PathAhead initiative, while also accelerating co-creation with other internal and external partners and continuing to create new value and strive to address more societal issues.”About the IGNITION new business creation programThe IGNITION is a new business creation program of Honda, designed to discover the original ideas, technologies and designs of Honda associates and apply them to contribute to solving societal issues and creating new value for customers and society. The program started in 2017 as an initiative to encourage Honda associates to create new business within Honda. In 2020, the program added an option for qualified associates to start their own business ventures to realize earlier possible real-world implementation of their technologies. Furthermore, in 2023, by expanding the eligibility for participation to individuals and businesses outside Honda, the IGNITION was further advanced into a program under which participants strive to achieve innovative value creation by combining the ideas of people outside the company with the technologies and expertise of Honda. Key Features of IGNITION system (for Honda associates)- All full-time Honda associates who work for Honda operations in Japan are eligible to submit proposals regardless of their length of employment and assigned division. - Proposals selected in the first-round evaluation will receive approximately six months of business development support. During this period, a taskforce team consisting of internal specialists will be formed to support each proposer.- Ideas that pass the second-round evaluation will be commercialized through a startup venture or within the company.- For startups, the possibility of investment from Honda will be considered in a meeting of the Corporate Venturing Council held after the second-round evaluation.- External investors provide advice to each proposer throughout the evaluation process.- In order to ensure independence of the startup, the ratio of capital contribution by Honda will be limited to no more than 20%. Copyright 2026 JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.jcnnewswire.com
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YD Bio dan EG BioMed Bersama-sama Melancarkan Platform Telehealth Seluruh Negara untuk Mempercepatkan Pengkomersialan Pengesanan Kanser dan Perkhidmatan Klinikal Terdesentralisasi di seluruh Amerika Syarikat

March 31, 2026
(SeaPRwire) - Taipei, Taiwan, 31 Mac 2026 -- YD Bio Limited (“YD Bio” atau “Syarikat”) (Nasdaq: YDES), sebuah syarikat bioteknologi yang memajukan teknologi pengesanan kanser berasaskan metilasi DNA dan inovasi oftalmologi, hari ini mengumumkan bahawa Syarikat dan EG BioMed Co., Ltd., sebuah syarikat yang berdaftar di Taiwan (“EG BioMed”), telah melancarkan secara rasmi Platform Telekesihatan EG, https://mdi.eg-bio.com, yang menandakan pencapaian penting dalam pengkomersialan pengesanan awal kanser dan penyampaian perkhidmatan klinikal terdesentralisasi oleh Syarikat di seluruh Amerika Syarikat. Platform ini kini beroperasi dan membolehkan akses di 44 negeri di A.S., serta Washington, D.C. dan Guam, disokong oleh rangkaian doktor berlesen di seluruh negara. Pelancaran ini mewujudkan infrastruktur [digital] berskala yang direka untuk menyokong penyampaian perkhidmatan diagnostik dan pengembangan program klinikal pada masa hadapan. Kerjasama ini menggabungkan platform kesihatan digital dan strategi pengkomersialan YD Bio dengan makmal serta keupayaan diagnostik EG BioMed yang diperakui CLIA/CAP, mewujudkan ekosistem bersepadu yang menghubungkan akses pesakit, penyeliaan doktor, dan ujian kanser termaju. Berbeza dengan model penjagaan kesihatan tradisional, Platform Telekesihatan EG memperkenalkan pendekatan terdesentralisasi yang dipacu oleh teknologi yang mengurangkan kekangan dalam akses pesakit sambil membolehkan penskalaan pantas perkhidmatan diagnostik tanpa bergantung pada pengembangan infrastruktur fizikal. Platform ini menyokong pengesanan dan pemantauan merentasi pelbagai jenis kanser, termasuk kanser pankreas, kolorektal, hati, gastrousus, dan payudara—menangani bidang keperluan klinikal yang signifikan dan permintaan yang semakin meningkat untuk penyelesaian pengesanan awal. Keupayaan Utama Platform: Infrastruktur Sedia untuk Pengkomersialan Platform telekesihatan dan diagnostik berbilang negeri yang beroperasi sepenuhnya, menyokong penggunaan perkhidmatan pengesanan kanser yang boleh diskalakan. Rangkaian Doktor Berlesen Seluruh Negara Membolehkan penyampaian perkhidmatan di hampir semua bidang kuasa A.S. tanpa kekangan geografi. Ekosistem Klinikal dan Diagnostik Bersepadu Menyokong akses pesakit, pengumpulan sampel, dan ketersambungan dengan aliran kerja klinikal dan penyelidikan. Model Operasi Boleh Skala dan Aset Ringan Membolehkan pengembangan perkhidmatan tanpa peningkatan berkadar dalam infrastruktur fizikal atau perbelanjaan pemasaran. Reka Bentuk Platform Berbilang Petunjuk Menyokong pelbagai program pengesanan kanser dan integrasi diagnostik masa hadapan. “Pelancaran ini mewakili langkah utama dalam strategi YD Bio yang lebih luas untuk membina platform penjagaan kesihatan bersepadu yang menghubungkan diagnostik, telekesihatan, dan pembangunan klinikal. Platform Telekesihatan EG dijangka menyokong perkongsian masa hadapan, mengukuhkan akses kepada bakat yang mempunyai kepakaran dalam ujian klinikal, dan mengembangkan penawaran diagnostik YD Bio,” komen Dr. Ethan Shen, Ketua Pegawai Eksekutif YD Bio. “Dengan pelancaran platform ini, kami beralih daripada pembangunan teknologi kepada penggunaan berskala. Ini meletakkan kami untuk mengembangkan akses kepada pengesanan kanser termaju sambil membolehkan laluan yang lebih cekap untuk program klinikal dan komersial masa hadapan.” EG BioMed ialah syarikat bioteknologi dan perkhidmatan klinikal yang memfokuskan kepada memajukan pengesanan awal kanser dan penyelesaian diagnostik. YD Bio telah memeterai Memorandum Persefahaman untuk bergabung dengan EG BioMed pada Januari 2026 dan sedang memajukan transaksi tersebut yang dijangka selesai pada tahun 2026, tertakluk kepada syarat penutupan biasa, kelulusan kawal selia, dan pemuktamadan perjanjian muktamad. Mengenai YD Bio Limited YD Bio Ltd ialah syarikat bioteknologi awam yang berpangkalan di A.S. yang membina platform penjagaan kesihatan bersepadu merentasi diagnostik terkawal, perkhidmatan klinikal, dan pasaran penjagaan kesihatan komersial. Syarikat mengendalikan program ujian onkologi berasaskan metilasi DNA di Amerika Syarikat di bawah strategi LDT-first dan menyediakan perkhidmatan rantaian bekalan klinikal serta pengedaran sains hayat yang patuh kepada rakan kongsi farmaseutikal dan bioteknologi. Selain itu, YD Bio Ltd mengekalkan operasi pengkomersialan kesihatan okular terkawal dan platform pengedaran kesihatan pengguna di Asia. Melalui perkongsian strategik dan keupayaan pelaksanaan yang boleh diskalakan, Syarikat memajukan inovasi bioperubatan dengan impak klinikal dan komersial dunia sebenar. Untuk maklumat lanjut, layari ir.ydesgroup.com dan ikuti Syarikat di Facebook, X, Threads, Instagram dan LinkedIn. Kenyataan Berpandangan Ke Hadapan Siaran akhbar ini mengandungi kenyataan berpandangan ke hadapan, termasuk antara lain, kenyataan mengenai strategi Syarikat, transaksi yang sedang berjalan, sinergi yang dijangkakan dengan EG BioMed dan prestasi kewangan serta operasi masa hadapan YD Bio. Kenyataan berpandangan ke hadapan adalah berdasarkan jangkaan, anggaran, ramalan, dan unjuran semasa dan bukan jaminan prestasi masa hadapan. Pelabur boleh mengenal pasti kenyataan berpandangan ke hadapan ini dengan perkataan atau frasa seperti “menyasarkan,” “sasaran,” “anggaran,” “percaya,” “direka untuk,” “berharap,” “menjangkakan,” “mengantisipasi,” “anggaran,” “projek,” “berniat,” “merancang,” “akan,” “akan,” “sepatutnya,” “boleh,” “mungkin” atau ungkapan lain yang serupa. Keputusan sebenar mungkin berbeza secara material disebabkan oleh pelbagai faktor, termasuk keputusan dan maklum balas kawal selia, keupayaan untuk mencapai faedah yang dijangkakan daripada perkongsian dengan EG BioMed, serta risiko dan ketidakpastian lain yang diterangkan dalam pemfailan YD Bio dengan Suruhanjaya Sekuriti dan Bursa A.S. (“SEC”). Syarikat tidak bertanggungjawab untuk mengemas kini sebarang kenyataan berpandangan ke hadapan, kecuali seperti yang dikehendaki oleh undang-undang. Syarikat memberi amaran kepada pelabur bahawa keputusan sebenar mungkin berbeza secara material daripada keputusan yang dijangkakan dan menggalakkan pelabur untuk menyemak faktor lain yang mungkin menjejaskan keputusan masa hadapannya dalam penyata pendaftaran Syarikat dan pemfailan lain dengan SEC. Untuk pertanyaan pelabur dan media, sila hubungi: YD Bio LimitedPerhubungan PelaburE-mel: investor@ydesgroup.com WFS Investor Relations Inc.E-mel: services@wealthfsllc.comTelefon: +1 628 283 9214 Artikel ini disediakan oleh pembekal kandungan pihak ketiga. SeaPRwire (https://www.seaprwire.com/) tidak memberi sebarang waranti atau perwakilan berkaitan dengannya. Sektor: Top Story, Berita Harian SeaPRwire menyampaikan edaran siaran akhbar secara masa nyata untuk syarikat dan institusi, mencapai lebih daripada 6,500 kedai media, 86,000 penyunting dan wartawan, dan 3.5 juta desktop profesional di seluruh 90 negara. 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4Divinity GCL Memasuki Perkongsian Strategik Pengedaran dengan Syngrid Technology

March 31, 2026
(SeaPRwire) - SINGAPORE, 31 Mac 2026 -- GCL Global Holdings Ltd (Nasdaq: GCL) ("GCL" atau "Syarikat"), pembekal utama permainan dan hiburan, hari ini mengumumkan bahawa anak syarikat penerbitannya, 4Divinity Pte. Ltd. ("4Divinity"), telah memasuki perjanjian bernilai berjuta-juta ringgit dan berbilang tahun dengan Syngrid Technology HK Limited ("Syngrid"), enjin infrastruktur strategik antarabangsa untuk pembangunan ekosistem esports dan kandungan pan-hiburan. Di bawah perjanjian tiga tahun itu, 4Divinity akan memberikan Syngrid hak untuk mengedarkan tajuk permainan daripada koleksinya yang semakin berkembang, membolehkan pelanggan mengakses dan mengaktifkan permainan 4Divinity melalui laman web rasmi permainan atau platform klien. Permainan ini akan termasuk tajuk utama seperti Showa American Story dan The Defiant, apabila diterbitkan. "Kami teruja untuk memformalkan perkongsian strategik ini sebagai langkah utama dalam mengembangkan jejak penerbitan global 4Divinity," kata Sebastian Toke, Ketua Pegawai Eksekutif Kumpulan GCL. "Dengan mendapatkan hak pengedaran yang sah dan perjanjian agensi untuk tajuk premium kami, kami mengukuhkan kehadiran pasaran dan capaian komersial kami di China Raya. Kolaborasi ini akan meningkatkan keupayaan kami untuk menyampaikan pengalaman permainan yang lancar dan berkualiti tinggi kepada pemain di seluruh dunia." Perkongsian itu menggariskan rancangan 4Divinity untuk menerbitkan sekurang-kurangnya empat permainan baharu dalam tempoh tiga tahun perjanjian. Tertakluk kepada terma dan syarat tertentu, Syngrid akan menerima hak pengedaran eksklusif untuk sehingga tujuh permainan yang diterbitkan oleh 4Divinity dan menyediakan sokongan pengedaran khusus untuk 4Divinity. Perihal GCL Global Holdings GCL Global Holdings Ltd. ("GCL") ialah sebuah syarikat holding yang diperbadankan di Kepulauan Cayman (GCL bersama anak-anak syarikatnya, "Kumpulan GCL"). Melalui anak-anak syarikat operasinya, Kumpulan GCL menyatukan orang ramai melalui ekosistem kandungan dan perkakasannya dalam permainan dan hiburan, membolehkan pencipta menyampaikan pengalaman yang menarik kepada komuniti permainan di seluruh dunia dengan fokus strategik pada pasaran permainan Asia yang berkembang pesat. Dengan berpandukan pemahaman mendalam tentang trend permainan dan dinamik pasaran, Kumpulan GCL memanfaatkan portfolio pelbagai kandungan digital dan fizikal serta periferal multimedia untuk merapatkan budaya dan mencapai penonton global dengan memperkenalkan IP dibangunkan Asia merentasi konsol, PC, dan platform penstriman. Ketahui lebih lanjut di https://www.gclglobalholdings.com/ Perihal 4Divinity 4Divinity ialah sebuah syarikat penerbitan permainan digital dan runcit serta anak syarikat milikan majoriti tidak langsung GCL, yang memberi tumpuan untuk membawa kandungan permainan menarik dari seluruh dunia ke Asia dan memperkenalkan kandungan Asia kepada pasaran global. Bersama-sama syarikat saudaranya, Epicsoft Asia, 4Divinity bekerjasama dengan penerbit dan studio pembangunan untuk memperkenalkan IP baharu ke rantau ini. https://www.4divinity.com/ Perihal Syngrid Technology Syngrid Technology HK Limited ("Syngrid") ialah anak syarikat milikan penuh Shunwang Technology (bersama-sama Syngrid, "Kumpulan Shunwang"), yang ditubuhkan di Hong Kong sebagai platform Kumpulan Shunwang untuk operasi antarabangsa, berkhidmat untuk industri pan-hiburan dan esports global. Dengan memanfaatkan kepakaran Shunwang Technology dalam infrastruktur pengkomputeran, AI, esports, dan hiburan interaktif, Syngrid menyampaikan operasi kandungan pan-hiburan dan perkhidmatan teknologi esports ke pasaran luar negara, menyokong pengembangan global Kumpulan Shunwang dan mengukuhkan kehadiran jenama antarabangsanya. Penyataan Berpandangan Ke Hadapan Siaran akhbar ini termasuk "penyataan berpandangan ke hadapan" yang dibuat di bawah peruntukan "pelabuhan selamat" Akta Pembaharuan Litigasi Sekuriti Persendirian A.S. 1995, dan boleh dikenal pasti dengan penggunaan perkataan seperti "anggaran," "rancangan," "projek," "ramalan," "berhasrat," "akan," "jangka," "antisipasi," "percaya," "cari," "sasaran" atau ungkapan lain yang serupa yang meramal atau menunjukkan peristiwa atau trend masa depan atau yang bukan penyataan perkara sejarah. Penyataan berpandangan ke hadapan ini juga mungkin termasuk, tetapi tidak terhad kepada, penyataan mengenai unjuran, anggaran dan ramalan hasil serta metrik kewangan dan prestasi lain, unjuran peluang dan jangkaan pasaran, anggaran nilai perusahaan tersirat GCL, keupayaan GCL untuk mengskala dan mengembangkan perniagaannya, kelebihan dan jangkaan pertumbuhan GCL, dan keupayaan GCL untuk mencari dan mengekalkan bakat kreatif serta menerbitkan permainan. Penyataan ini berdasarkan pelbagai andaian, sama ada dikenal pasti atau tidak dalam siaran akhbar ini, dan pada jangkaan semasa pengurusan GCL dan bukan ramalan prestasi sebenar. Penyataan ini melibatkan risiko, ketidakpastian dan faktor lain yang boleh menyebabkan hasil, tahap aktiviti, prestasi, atau pencapaian sebenar berbeza secara material daripada yang dinyatakan atau tersirat oleh penyataan berpandangan ke hadapan ini. Walaupun GCL percaya bahawa ia mempunyai asas yang munasabah untuk setiap penyataan berpandangan ke hadapan yang terkandung dalam siaran akhbar ini, GCL memberi amaran kepada anda bahawa penyataan ini berdasarkan gabungan fakta dan faktor yang diketahui pada masa ini dan unjuran masa depan, yang sememangnya tidak pasti. Di samping itu, terdapat risiko dan ketidakpastian yang diterangkan dalam laporan tahunan GCL pada Borang 20-F, yang difailkan dengan SEC pada 31 Julai 2025, dan dokumen lain yang difailkan oleh GCL dari semasa ke semasa dengan SEC. Pemfailan ini mungkin mengenal pasti dan menangani risiko dan ketidakpastian penting lain yang boleh menyebabkan peristiwa dan hasil sebenar berbeza secara material daripada yang terkandung dalam penyataan berpandangan ke hadapan. GCL tidak dapat memberi jaminan kepada anda bahawa penyataan berpandangan ke hadapan dalam siaran akhbar ini akan terbukti tepat. Mungkin terdapat risiko tambahan yang GCL ketahui pada masa ini atau yang GCL percayai tidak material yang juga boleh menyebabkan hasil sebenar berbeza daripada yang terkandung dalam penyataan berpandangan ke hadapan. Memandangkan ketidakpastian yang ketara dalam penyataan berpandangan ke hadapan ini, tiada apa-apa dalam siaran akhbar ini harus dianggap sebagai perwakilan oleh mana-mana orang bahawa penyataan berpandangan ke hadapan yang dinyatakan di sini akan dicapai atau bahawa mana-mana hasil yang dirancang bagi penyataan berpandangan ke hadapan tersebut akan dicapai. Penyataan berpandangan ke hadapan dalam siaran akhbar ini mewakili pandangan GCL pada tarikh siaran akhbar ini. Peristiwa dan perkembangan seterusnya mungkin menyebabkan pandangan tersebut berubah. Walau bagaimanapun, walaupun GCL mungkin mengemas kini penyataan berpandangan ke hadapan ini pada masa hadapan, tiada niat semasa untuk berbuat demikian, kecuali setakat yang diperlukan oleh undang-undang yang berkenaan. Oleh itu, anda tidak seharusnya bergantung pada penyataan berpandangan ke hadapan ini sebagai mewakili pandangan GCL pada mana-mana tarikh selepas tarikh siaran akhbar ini. Kecuali seperti yang mungkin dikehendaki oleh undang-undang, GCL tidak menganggap sebarang kewajipan untuk mengemas kini penyataan berpandangan ke hadapan ini. Perhubungan Pelabur GCL: Crocker Coulsoncrocker.coulson@aummedia.org(646) 652-7185 Artikel ini disediakan oleh pembekal kandungan pihak ketiga. SeaPRwire (https://www.seaprwire.com/) tidak memberi sebarang waranti atau perwakilan berkaitan dengannya. Sektor: Top Story, Berita Harian SeaPRwire menyampaikan edaran siaran akhbar secara masa nyata untuk syarikat dan institusi, mencapai lebih daripada 6,500 kedai media, 86,000 penyunting dan wartawan, dan 3.5 juta desktop profesional di seluruh 90 negara. 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Legend Holdings 2025 Annual Results: Both Revenue and Net Profit Rise

March 31, 2026
HONG KONG, Mar 31, 2026 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - March 31, 2026, Legend Holdings Corporation (“Legend Holdings” or the “Company”; Stock Code: 3396.HK) announced the audited annual results for the year ended December 31, 2025 (the “Reporting Period”). The Company recorded revenue of RMB605,945 million, representing an 18% year-on-year increase; the net profit was RMB9,799 million, representing a 28% year-on-year increase; the net profit attributable to equity holders of the Company was RMB1,061 million, representing a significant year-on-year increase. The profit growth was primarily attributable to the recovery of the capital market, which led to a year-on-year reduction in losses from the industrial incubations and investments segment. In addition, the Board has recommended a final cash dividend of RMB0.10 per ordinary share (before tax).In 2025, the Chinese economy continued to demonstrate strong resilience. As the conclusion year of the 14th Five-Year Plan, there was a prominent focus on high-quality and innovative development. Adhering to its original aspiration of serving the country through industry, Legend Holdings closely aligned with national strategic directions, ventured into the deep waters of scientific and technological innovation, focused on the real economy, and worked with all sectors of society to foster and develop new quality productive forces.Build a Distinctive Sci-Tech Innovation System to Drive High-Quality DevelopmentLegend Holdings has actively responded to the national innovation-driven development strategy and continued to increase investment in R&D. In 2025, R&D expenses exceeded RMB17 billion, representing a year-on-year increase of 10% and reaching a new historic high. During the 14th Five-Year Plan period, the total R&D expenses exceeded RMB75 billion, marking an increase of over 60% compared to the 13th Five-Year Plan period. This firm commitment to R&D has yielded remarkable returns. The launch of the world’s first AI PC has led industry transformation, and the Company currently captures a global PC market share of over 25%, firmly ranking first in the industry. Its AI servers and Neptune liquid cooling systems have gained high recognition in the global market, placing the Company among the world’s top three server providers. The SSG services claimed the top rankings in China’s IT services sector, and a series of generative AI solutions have been launched, leading the industry’s transition from IT services to AI-driven services.During the same period, Legend Holdings has actively participated in the construction of China’s technology ecosystem and scaled up its investment in frontier domestic technologies. Focusing on national emerging pillar industries and future industries, the Company has maintained an investment pace of over 100 new and follow-on investments each year in Chinese tech enterprises across cutting-edge sectors including artificial intelligence (AI), embodied intelligence, commercial aerospace, the low-altitude economy, new energy and advanced materials, controllable nuclear fusion, semiconductors, quantum computing, and biopharmaceuticals. In AI alone, the Legend Holdings family group has invested in over 300 enterprises, making it the institution with the longest investment history and the broadest reach in China’s AI field. In 2025, the Company invested in nearly 150 Chinese tech enterprises and facilitated the listing of 15 portfolio companies on capital markets, ranking among the top performers in the market.In response to the national call for “deep integration of technological and industrial innovation”, Legend Holdings has actively fulfilled its role as a main entity in corporate technological innovation. The Company’s Forward-Looking Technology Research Institute has intensified exploration into the industrialization of early-stage cutting-edge technological achievements. It has established connections with over 60 enterprises and research institutions, launched in-depth cooperation with two universities and seven domestic and international enterprises, and selected 39 seed technologies. Earlier this year, the “Peking University-Legend Holdings Advanced Photonic Integration Technology Joint Laboratory” established in collaboration with the State Key Laboratory of Photonics and Communications at Peking University, stands as a representative example of such efforts.In addition, the Legend Holdings family group achieved multiple results in cutting-edge and core technology localization. Lenovo Research Institute, under Lenovo Group, has been driving innovation in the AI domain, launching world-leading L3 AI super agents, such as Lenovo Tianxi and Lenovo Qira, and developing the X-Engine on-device inference engine to significantly enhancing the AI PC experience. Levima Research Institute, under Levima Advanced Materials, has focused on advanced materials, filling domestic gaps in areas such as solid-state and semi-solid-state battery materials and PEEK materials. Two research projects jointly developed with the Chinese Academy of Sciences have both been designated national Key R&D Programs by the Ministry of Science and Technology.Focusing on the Real Economy and Strengthening the Industrial FoundationDuring the 14th Five-Year Plan period, Legend Holdings has been deeply rooted in the real economy. With advanced manufacturing as its backbone, the Company has made new investments totaling over RMB20 billion, with the estimated output value exceeding RMB100 billion. Within this framework, Lenovo has built its “global mother factory” of intelligent manufacturing, the Shenzhen southern base, which has earned the highest certification under China’s Intelligent Manufacturing Capability Maturity Model. Lenovo Tianjin Industrial Park has also earned “Eco-level Carbon Neutral Factory” certification, a top-tier designation globally. By establishing four major manufacturing bases across China, Lenovo has ensured the stability and security of China’s IT-related industrial and supply chains, while driving local economic progress. Levima Advanced Materials established its New Energy Materials and Biodegradable Materials Integration Project in Levima Green (Shandong) Advanced Materials Co., with an annual capacity of 200,000 tons of EVA and 300,000 tons of PO. In Jiangsu, Levima Advanced Materials established a 100,000-ton-per-year POE (polyolefin elastomer) project. Furthermore, it has established multiple projects across several locations, including the biodegradable PLA and ultra-high-molecular-weight polyethylene (UHMWPE), filling critical gaps in China’s relevant industrials.Deepening ESG Practices and Cultivating Diverse ValuesLegend Holdings remains steadfast in its commitment to green development, pursuing the harmonious integration and mutual enhancement of economic, social, and environmental values. Lenovo has maintained the highest AAA rating in the MSCI ESG Ratings for four consecutive years. It has pledged net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its entire value chain by the end of 2050, and made itself the first high-tech manufacturing enterprise in China to receive the Science Based Targets initiative’s (SBTi) net-zero validation. Levima Advanced Materials has built a portfolio of green products centered on green industries. it has reinforced its leadership in the photovoltaic adhesive film materials industry while expanding into fields such as biodegradable materials and new energy battery materials and was designated a National Green Factory. Furthermore, Legend Holdings actively fulfills its corporate social responsibility in areas such as technological innovation and rural revitalization. Notably, the Legend Star CEO Training Program provides free entrepreneurship training to domestic technology founders. Since its inception, Legend Holdings has invested tens of millions of RMB annually. As of the end of 2025, the cumulative investment reached RMB160 million, with a total of 1,429 innovative and entrepreneurial talents cultivated. To date, 71 enterprises founded by these "Star Alumni" have successfully gone public, and 216 have been recognized as National-level Specialized, Refined, Distinctive and Innovative "Little Giant" Enterprises, driving the creation of nearly 460,000 jobs in society.Consolidating Strategic Focus and Anchoring the Future through Intelligent TransformationGuided by the agenda of high-quality development, Legend Holdings has strengthened independent innovation, steadily advanced the optimization of its asset portfolio, and enhanced capital recycling. Over the past five years, the Company has recovered a total of over RMB45 billion in capital, providing robust support for its large-scale investments in technological innovation and the real economy.Looking ahead to the 15th Five-Year Plan period, Legend Holdings will more proactively integrate into the tide of high-quality development, strengthen the guidance of technological innovation, focus on the real economy, solidly promote the development of new productive forces with the strategic focus of long-termism, and resolutely implement the transformation of major scientific and technological achievements, supporting high-level technological self-reliance and self-improvement. The Company will continue to increase R&D investment in national emerging pillar industries such as AI and new materials; maintain systematic support for China's sci-tech innovation ecosystem and innovative and entrepreneurial enterprises; accelerate the adjustment of its asset portfolio to build an industrial layout that aligns with the characteristics of the times; drive collaborative innovation across diverse businesses to create a differentiated innovation ecosystem; and establish a replicable business model with Legend characteristics in the commercialization of global cutting-edge technologies, continuously delivering results. In addition, Legend Holdings will further consolidate its industrial foundation, strengthen core competitiveness, actively fulfill social responsibilities, and contribute to the building of a Beautiful China.Mr. Ning Min, Chairman and Executive Director of Legend Holdings, stated: “Over the past year, Legend Holdings has delivered a resilient and quality-improved performance, guided by a clear technological innovation strategy and supported by the vast market space brought about by the country's promotion of new productive forces and the construction of a modern industrial system. We will firmly seize the strategic opportunities of the 15th Five-Year Plan period, and through more determined steps in innovation, a more open industrial ecosystem, and more pragmatic social contributions to align the development of the enterprise with national development, creating greater value for shareholders and society and being a steadfast practitioner of the Chinese path to modernization.” Copyright 2026 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com
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Banijay Optimis Terhadap Pasaran Yang Tahan Lasak Dengan Kestabilan Peraturan iGame

Banijay Optimis Terhadap Pasaran Yang Tahan Lasak Dengan Kestabilan Peraturan

March 31, 2026
(AsiaGameHub) - Dalam satu pembentangan pelabur pada 26 Mac, syarikat induk Tipico dan Betclic, Banijay Entertainment, menegaskan semula keyakinannya terhadap pasaran Eropah yang dikawal selia ketat di mana ia beroperasi pada masa ini. Pengendali tersebut melaporkan dalam dek pelaburnya bahawa Betclic mengekalkan kedudukan nombor satu untuk pertaruhan dalam talian di Perancis, manakala Tipico memegang tempat teratas di Jerman bagi keseluruhan pertaruhan. Perniagaan pertaruhan Admiral milik Tipico juga mengendalikan kedudukan utama yang kukuh di Austria, kata kumpulan itu. Banijay berkata pengambilalihan Tipico, yang pertama kali diumumkan pada Oktober tahun lalu, “mengukuhkan kepimpinannya dalam pertaruhan sukan dan permainan dengan menambah dua negara baharu yang mempunyai kedudukan utama”. Ketua Pegawai Eksekutif Kumpulan, François Riahi berkata Eropah kekal sebagai “rantau terbesar dan salah satu yang paling menarik di peringkat global untuk perniagaan ini”. Menurut Riahi, Eropah mewakili “separuh daripada pasaran [permainan] global, yang pentingnya, dan tidak seperti AS, dicirikan oleh keterlihatan dan kestabilan kawal selia yang lebih besar”. Ketua Pegawai Eksekutif itu menyatakan bahawa beroperasi dalam pasaran yang dikawal selia dengan ketat mengukuhkan kebolehramalan model perniagaan mereka. Terutamanya, Perancis, Jerman dan Austria dianggap antara pasaran yang lebih ketat di Eropah. Perancis tidak membenarkan iGaming secara sah, manakala Jerman telah dibelenggu dengan sekatan pemain yang sukar termasuk had pertaruhan dan deposit serta pasaran gelap yang luas. Pada masa ini, satu lesen tersedia di Austria untuk loteri dan produk permainan dalam talian. Permit 15 tahun ini dipegang oleh jenama Austrian Lotteries, Win2day – anak syarikat Casinos Austria, yang juga memegang kesemua 12 lesen kasino berasaskan darat. Syarikat peringkat pertama melakukan penyatuan dalam pasaran yang dikawal selia dengan ketat Namun, dorongan dalam kalangan kumpulan permainan terkemuka di Eropah untuk mengutamakan pasaran yang dikawal selia dengan ketat ini nampaknya menjadi sebahagian daripada trend yang lebih luas. FDJ United, yang memperoleh Kindred tahun lalu, telah membuat langkah serupa untuk menyatukan sektor tersebut dalam pasaran ini. Strategi ini menyokong trajektori pemain peringkat pertama yang menyatukan sektor ini memandangkan pengendali yang lebih kecil bergelut untuk menangani kenaikan cukai di tengah-tengah sekatan yang semakin ketat di seluruh benua. Bercakap kepada iGB mengenai subjek ini November lalu, pakar strategi perjudian veteran Vaughan Lewis berkata: “Ini menunjukkan bahawa penciptaan nilai yang signifikan didorong oleh pasaran yang dikawal selia. Cabaran kawal selia mewujudkan halangan untuk masuk, yang cenderung meningkatkan nilai dan kemampanan pengendali terkemuka.” Bercakap kepada pelabur, Riahi dari Banijay berkata pasaran semasa pengendali itu disokong oleh rangka kerja yang teguh untuk melindungi pemain yang sedia ada. Ini, katanya, mewujudkan halangan yang bermakna untuk masuk dan mengurangkan risiko gangguan. Tidak termasuk pasaran gelap, beliau menganggarkan sektor perjudian Eropah bernilai 44% daripada €97 bilion GGR global pada tahun 2024. Beliau berkata beliau berpendapat Perancis, Jerman, Austria, Poland dan Portugal pada masa ini merupakan pasaran yang kurang mendapat perkhidmatan. Dalam pasaran yang terdahulu, beliau berkata beliau menjangkakan peluang pertumbuhan 5-7x daripada pasaran tiga juta pemain kepada sehingga dua puluh juta. Banijay menyasarkan €100 juta dalam sinergi antara Tipico dan Betclic dalam jangka sederhana, yang dipecahkan kepada €70 juta opex dan kira-kira €30 juta dalam sinergi capex. Kawal selia Jerman ‘terlalu ketat’ Walaupun yakin dengan pertumbuhan Eropah, Ketua Pegawai Eksekutif Banijay itu mengakui landskap kawal selia yang mencabar di Jerman, menjawab soalan yang dibangkitkan oleh penganalisis. “Jerman adalah negara di mana kawal selia terlalu ketat, dan anda mempunyai sebahagian daripada pasaran yang masih merupakan pasaran gelap tanpa perlindungan,” katanya. Tetapi Riahi berkata adalah peranan sektor itu untuk bekerjasama dengan penggubal dasar bagi menangani ancaman pasaran gelap yang semakin meningkat. “Ia sama di Perancis apabila melibatkan iGaming, jadi kami percaya dengan dimensi Eropah baharu kami, adalah menjadi tugas kami untuk cuba meyakinkan kerajaan bahawa tidak ada kepentingan sesiapa pun untuk membiarkan pasaran gelap berkembang apabila kawal selia terlalu ketat dan bertujuan untuk melindungi,” katanya. Pengawal selia Jerman baru-baru ini melaporkan pasaran gelapnya hanya menyumbang 23% daripada jumlah saiz pasaran. Walau bagaimanapun, pihak berkepentingan memberi amaran bahawa ini adalah anggaran yang terlalu “konservatif” dan angka sebenar adalah lebih hampir kepada 50%. Mengenai pasaran ramalan, Riahi berkata jenama Banijay tidak mengalami sebarang kebocoran merentas pertaruhan sukan di Eropah. Beliau menyatakan bahawa kawal selia di seluruh Eropah sangat menyekat pasaran baharu dan bukan sukan, jadi pasaran ramalan tidak mempunyai ruang untuk pembangunan di rantau ini. Artikel ini disediakan oleh penyedia kandungan pihak ketiga. AsiaGameHub (https://asiagamehub.com/) tidak memberikan sebarang jaminan atau representasi berkaitan kandungannya. Kategori: Berita Terkini, Kemas Kini Umum AsiaGameHub menyediakan perkhidmatan pengedaran iGaming yang disasarkan untuk syarikat dan organisasi, dengan menghubungkan lebih daripada 3,000 media premium di Asia serta lebih 80,000 influencer khusus. 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TANAKA Memorial Foundation Announces Recipients of Precious Metals Research Grants ACN Newswire

TANAKA Memorial Foundation Announces Recipients of Precious Metals Research Grants

March 31, 2026
TOKYO, Mar 31, 2026 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - The TANAKA Memorial Foundation’s Representative Director, Hideya Okamoto, announced the recipients of the FY2025 Precious Metals Research Grants.Following a rigorous screening process, this year’s Ichiro Tanaka Awards, for 3 million yen each, were presented to Professor Takanori Iwasaki of Kyushu University and Professor Toshinori Fujie of Institute of Science Tokyo. In addition, four research projects received the Innovative Precious Metals Award, and five KIRAMEKI Awards were presented.The TANAKA Memorial Foundation undertakes programs designed to foster developments in new precious metal fields while contributing to the advancement of science, technology, and socioeconomics for the overall enrichment of society. The research grant program was launched in FY1999 and has continued each year since with the goal of supporting the various challenges of the “new world opened up by precious metals.” With “Forging a better tomorrow with ‘Hirameki’ and ‘Kirameki’” adopted as the catchphrase, applications were invited for research and development themes that contribute toward the continued creation of a better future using the creativity of researchers and the potential of precious metals. A total of 244 applications were received for this year, the program’s 27th year, and a total of 27 research grants for a combined total of 19.8 million yen were awarded.The names of the recipients of the Ichiro Tanaka Award, their research, and the reasons for their selection are below.Ichiro Tanaka AwardProfessor Takanori Iwasaki of Kyushu UniversityChemical Recycling of Recalcitrant Polymer Materials Using Hydrogen TransportThis research seeks to address the degradation of polyurethane using a proprietary precious metal complex catalyst. It has been demonstrated that polyurethane can be decomposed by hydrogen gas. As the development of chemical recycling methods for polyurethane used in cushioning materials such as automotive seats and mattresses is essential for promoting the reuse of waste plastics, it was highly rated as research and development that makes a significant contribution to the realization of an environmentally sustainable society.Ichiro Tanaka AwardProfessor Toshinori Fujie of Institute of Science TokyoDevelopment of Biodegradable Nanosheet Electrodes Composed of Inkjet-Printed Gold Wires and Their Application to Plant Health Measurement SystemsThis research measures changes in the surface potential of plant leaves in real time by formation of an array of gold electrodes on a polymer ultrathin film substrate. By investigating materials with minimal impact on living organisms, it is expected that raw data can be obtained from plants. Furthermore, the research was highly rated for its potential to reveal not only changes in bio-surface potential in plants but also changes in various conditions in animals.Four Innovative Precious Metals Awards, 16 HIRAMEKI Awards, and five KIRAMEKI Awards were also granted. The recipients and an overview of the Precious Metals Research Grants are indicated below. Applications for the FY2026 research grants are scheduled to open in the fall.Overview of the 2025 Precious Metals Research Grants[Conditions]New research and development themes—either using precious metals or that can be applied to precious metals—that contribute to the creation of a sustainable future, with research content that falls under any of the following.- New technology related to precious metals (new materials, processing methods, process development, etc.)- Research that brings about innovative evolution in product development (new functions, process development, computational science, etc.)- Research and development of new products using precious metals* Precious metal refers to eight elements of platinum, gold, silver, palladium, rhodium, iridium, ruthenium and osmium.* If development is conducted jointly (or planned to be) with other material manufacturers, please indicate so.* Products that have already been commercialized, put to practical use, or that are planned are not eligible.[Grant Amounts] (Maximum amounts from a grant pool of 20 million yen)- Umekichi Tanaka Award: 10,000,000 yen- Ichiro Tanaka Award: 3,000,000 yen- Innovative Precious Metals Award: 1,000,000 yen- HIRAMEKI Award: 300,000 yen- KIRAMEKI Award: 1,000,000 yen* The grant amount is treated as a scholarship donation.* Awards may not be granted in some cases.[Eligible Candidates]- Personnel who work for educational institutions in Japan (universities, graduate schools, or technical colleges) or public and related research institutions may participate.- As long as the applicant is affiliated with a research institution in Japan, the base of activity can be in Japan or overseas.- KIRAMEKI Awards are for researchers under the age of 37 as of April 1, 2025.[Application Period]- 9 am, September 1, 2025 (Mon) - 5 pm, November 28, 2025 (Fri)[Inquiries Concerning the Research Grant Program]Precious Metals Research Grants OfficeGlobal Marketing / R&D Supervisory Department, TANAKA PRECIOUS METAL TECHNOLOGIES Co., Ltd.2-6-6 Nihonbashi Kayabacho, Chuo-ku, Tokyo 103-0025E-mail: joseikin@ml.tanaka.co.jpTANAKA Memorial Foundation website: https://tanaka-foundation.or.jpTANAKA Memorial FoundationOrganization Name: TANAKA Memorial FoundationAddress: 2-6-6 Nihonbashi Kayabacho, Chuo-ku, TokyoRepresentative: Hideya Okamoto (Special Advisor, TANAKA Holdings Co., Ltd.)Incorporated: 2015Purpose of Business: To provide grants for research related to precious metals to contribute to the development and cultivation of new fields for precious metals, and to the development of science, technology, and the social economy.Areas of Business:- Provision of grants for scientific and technological research related to precious metals. - Recognition of excellent analysis of precious metals and holding of seminars and other events.TANAKA PRECIOUS METAL TECHNOLOGIES Co., Ltd.Headquarters: 2-6-6 Nihonbashi Kayabacho, Chuo-ku, TokyoRepresentative: Koichiro Tanaka, CEOFounded: 1885Incorporated: 1918Capital: 500 million yenEmployees: 2,862 (Including overseas subsidiaries) (December 31, 2025)Sales: 419,177,145,000 yen (FY2025)Main businesses: Manufacture, sales, import and export of precious metals (platinum, gold, silver, and others) and various types of industrial precious metals products.URL: https://tanaka-preciousmetals.com(TANAKA Industrial Precious Metal Materials Portal)Press InquiriesTANAKA PRECIOUS METAL GROUP Co., Ltd.https://tanaka-preciousmetals.com/en/inquiries-for-media/Press Release: https://www.acnnewswire.com/docs/files/20260331_EN.pdf Copyright 2026 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. 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Kadar berjudi masalah di Sweden menurun, namun terdapat ‘ruang untuk penambahbaikan’, kata tinjauan iGame

Kadar berjudi masalah di Sweden menurun, namun terdapat ‘ruang untuk penambahbaikan’, kata tinjauan

March 31, 2026
(AsiaGameHub) - Laporan baru-baru ini yang ditugaskan oleh Persatuan Perdagangan Sweden untuk Judi Dalam Talian (BOS), yang ditulis oleh ekonom Ola Nevander, mendedahkan penurunan ketara kadar judi bermasalah di Sweden sejak akhir 2000-an. Penurunan ini berlaku walaupun pasaran judi dalam talian mengalami pertumbuhan pesat, peningkatan perbelanjaan pemasaran dan akses teknologi yang lebih luas. Survei ini menggunakan alat saringan Problem Gambling Severity Index (PGSI) untuk mengukur jumlah judi bermasalah. Judi Bermasalah Menurun Prevalensi judi bermasalah di kalangan orang dewasa Sweden telah menurun dengan ketara. Proporsi orang dewasa Sweden yang diklasifikasikan sebagai penjudi bermasalah (skor PGSI 3 atau lebih) menurun dari 2.2% pada 2008-09 kepada 1.3% pada 2021. Ini bersamaan dengan pengurangan penjudi bermasalah sebanyak kira-kira 57,000 individu, mewakili pengurangan 35% dalam tempoh tersebut. Kategori yang lebih luas iaitu penjudi berisiko (PGSI 1+) juga menurun sebanyak anggaran 200,000 semasa tempoh pemantauan. Walaupun terdapat pengurangan, judi bermasalah yang teruk (PGSI 8+ atau setara) telah kekal agak stabil selama beberapa dekad, turun naik antara 0.3% dan 0.6% daripada populasi. Di kalangan orang dewasa yang berjudi dalam talian pada tahun lepas, prevalensi judi bermasalah menurun secara mendadak dari 12% pada 2008-09 kepada sekitar 4% dalam tempoh empat tahun antara 2018 dan 2021. Walaupun judi bermasalah menurun, orang Sweden masih berjudi secara aktif. Survei baru-baru ini oleh Casinofeber mendedahkan bahawa hampir satu daripada enam orang Sweden (18%) bermain permainan kasino dalam talian pada 2025, manakala lebih satu daripada lima (24%) membuat pertaruhan dalam talian pada tahun yang sama. Tren ini berikutan dua dekad yang dinamik untuk pasaran judi Sweden. Perbelanjaan pemasaran industri meningkat kira-kira sembilan kali ganda dalam nilai sebenar dari 2000 hingga 2024, mencapai puncak pada 2018 sebelum menurun selepas reformasi lesen Sweden pada 2019. Penawaran permainan kasino dalam talian berkembang lebih daripada sepuluh kali ganda antara pertengahan 2000-an dan 2019. Selain itu, penembusan internet dan telefon pintar mencapai tahap hampir universal menjelang 2020. Saluran dan Pengecualian Diri Faktor institusi utama yang disorot ialah saluran ke dalam penawaran berlesen, dengan saluran yang lebih tinggi memudahkan aplikasi konsisten perlindungan pengguna, termasuk kewajipan tanggungjawab penjagaan, alat pengecualian diri dan pemantauan berasaskan data. BOS menyatakan kadar saluran keseluruhan sekitar 85%, dengan kadar yang sedikit lebih rendah dalam segmen judi kasino dalam talian. Norway dan Denmark menunjukkan kadar saluran yang lebih tinggi (masing-masing 91.5% dan 91%) di bawah rangka kerja kawal selia mereka, manakala Finland menunjukkan kadar yang jauh lebih rendah (48%) sebelum reformasi lesen yang dirancang. Sistem pengecualian diri nasional Sweden, Spelpaus, mempunyai kira-kira 136,000 pengguna berdaftar sehingga Mac 2026, bersamaan dengan 1.6% daripada populasi dewasa. Walau bagaimanapun, data survei dan talian bantuan menunjukkan bahawa sekitar separuh daripada mereka yang mengecualikan diri terus berjudi, terutamanya melalui operator tanpa lesen. Adakah CBT Jalan ke Hadapan? Laporan ini mengkaji kedua-dua penyelidikan Sweden dan antarabangsa mengenai langkah pencegahan dan rawatan. Algoritma pembelajaran mesin yang menganalisis data transaksi menunjukkan janji dalam meramalkan judi bermasalah, walaupun penilaian jangka panjang yang komprehensif masih belum selesai. Terapi tingkah laku kognitif (CBT) menunjukkan bukti yang kukuh untuk mengurangkan kemudaratan judi. “Meta-analisis menunjukkan bahawa CBT boleh mengurangkan tahap judi, kekerapan judi dan simptom ketagihan berbanding dengan kumpulan kawalan,” kata survei itu. Jakob Jonsson, seorang psikolog berlesen dengan pengalaman klinikal yang luas dalam rawatan gangguan judi, menyeru sistem berpusat untuk mengurangkan anonimitas yang dirasakan dalam judi dalam talian. “Ramai orang merasakan diri mereka sepenuhnya anonim, seolah-olah tiada sesiapa yang boleh melihat apa yang mereka lakukan,” katanya. Sweden mengawal selia semula pasaran judi dalam taliannya pada 2019, memperkenalkan rangka kerja lesen dengan kewajipan operator tertentu. Negara ini baru-baru ini mempertimbangkan perbahasan mengenai kawal seliannya. Hasse Lord Skarplöth, CEO keluar ATG Sweden, baru-baru ini menyeru Sweden untuk mempertimbangkan model cukai yang berbeza, menyelamatkan pertaruhan perlumbaan daripada peningkatan cukai, sama seperti reformasi yang diperkenalkan di United Kingdom. David Sundén, seorang pakar dalam cukai dan dasar kawal selia, berhujah bahawa masih terdapat ruang untuk penambahbaikan walaupun rangka kerja kawal selia Sweden secara amnya berfungsi. Beliau menyatakan bahawa pengajaran harus diambil daripada negara jiran, berkata: “Pengajaran utama untuk Sweden adalah lebih kepada apa yang perlu dielakkan. Tiada negara yang menonjol sebagai jelas lebih unggul.” Kathryn EvansKathryn meliputi berita breaking bersaiz kecil dengan tumpuan utama pada undang-undang EMEA dan US. Seorang North Walian yang bangga, penutur Welsh fasih dan peminat seumur hidup Wrexham FC – jauh sebelum Hollywood datang menyeru. Artikel ini disediakan oleh penyedia kandungan pihak ketiga. 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Sunny Optical Reports FY2025 Earnings: Saham Turun, Pendapatan Naik: Apa yang Terlewatkan oleh Pasar?

March 31, 2026
(SeaPRwire) - YUYAO, China, 31 Mac 2026 -- Sunny Optical Technology (2382.HK) baru-baru ini melaporkan pertumbuhan hasil tahunan berturut-turut untuk tahun kedua. Namun, respons pasaran menceritakan kisah yang berbeza: harga saham syarikat terus melayang berhampiran paras terendah 52-minggu. Perkara Penting Hasil FY2025 mencecah RMB 43.23 bilion, meningkat 12.9% tahun ke tahun; keuntungan tertakluk kepada pemilik Syarikat ialah RMB 4.64 bilionProduk optik automotif dan pan-IoT menyumbang bahagian yang lebih besar dalam campuran hasil dari tahun ke tahun, pada margin melebihi segmen telefon pintarPada Januari 2026, syarikat memulakan program pembelian balik saham Pengeluar optik yang berpangkalan di Yuyao itu melaporkan RMB 43.23 bilion dalam hasil untuk FY2025, paras tertinggi rekod dan peningkatan 12.9% dari tahun sebelumnya.Keuntungan tertakluk kepada pemilik Syarikat ialah RMB4.64 bilion. Walaupun prestasi kewangan yang kukuh ini, saham telah menurun selama lebih setahun. Keraguan ini sebahagian besarnya didorong oleh trend industri yang lebih luas. Awal tahun ini, beberapa penganalisis TMT menekankan permintaan telefon pintar yang lembap dan tekanan harga berterusan ke atas komponen. Sunny Optical tidak menafikan halangan ini. Jualan unit telefon bimbit kekal lemah, dan syarikat masih mempunyai pendedahan yang signifikan kepada pasaran itu. Walau bagaimanapun, satu anjakan strategi sedang berlaku secara senyap. Pada bulan Januari, syarikat memulakan program pembelian balik saham. Lebih penting lagi, segmen perniagaan yang paling pantas berkembang tidak lagi berpusatkan telefon. Produk optik automotif dan pan-IoT menyumbang bahagian yang lebih besar dalam campuran hasil dari tahun ke tahun. Segmen ini biasanya menawarkan margin yang lebih tinggi dan mewujudkan halangan yang ketara untuk kemasukan pesaing. Sepanjang dekad yang lalu, Sunny Optical telah berkembang jauh melampaui kanta kamera yang mudah. "Dari satu kanta kepada sistem persepsi visual yang lengkap, empat puluh tahun usaha, tepat pada masanya," kata Wenjie Wang, Pengarah Eksekutif Sunny Optical. Masa itu selari dengan revolusi AI semasa. Apabila AI beralih dari perisian ke dunia fizikal, permintaan untuk optik berteknologi tinggi melonjak. Kereta pandu sendiri memerlukan penglihatan jalan yang tepat, robot memerlukan kesedaran spatial, dan peranti pengkomputeran spatial mesti memetakan persekitaran dalam masa nyata. Walaupun pasaran mungkin betul mengenai kemerosotan telefon pintar jangka pendek, ia mungkin memandang rendah peranan penting Sunny Optical dalam infrastruktur AI fizikal. "Optik adalah tempat AI memasuki dunia fizikal," kata Pengarah Eksekutif Wenjie Wang. "Sunny Optical sudah berada di titik masuk itu." HUBUNGI: Christina Liu chris@sunnyoptical.com Artikel ini disediakan oleh pembekal kandungan pihak ketiga. SeaPRwire (https://www.seaprwire.com/) tidak memberi sebarang waranti atau perwakilan berkaitan dengannya. Sektor: Top Story, Berita Harian SeaPRwire menyampaikan edaran siaran akhbar secara masa nyata untuk syarikat dan institusi, mencapai lebih daripada 6,500 kedai media, 86,000 penyunting dan wartawan, dan 3.5 juta desktop profesional di seluruh 90 negara. SeaPRwire menyokong pengedaran siaran akhbar dalam bahasa Inggeris, Korea, Jepun, Arab, Cina Ringkas, Cina Tradisional, Vietnam, Thai, Indonesia, Melayu, Jerman, Rusia, Perancis, Sepanyol, Portugis dan bahasa-bahasa lain.
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ENJOY secures first Italian operator deal via new BetFlag partnership iGame

ENJOY secures first Italian operator deal via new BetFlag partnership

March 31, 2026
(AsiaGameHub) - ENJOY, a dynamic developer of iGaming content, has enhanced its standing in the Italian market through a new collaboration with BetFlag, a prominent operator in the country and a part of the Lottomatica Group. Under this agreement, BetFlag will incorporate a carefully selected range of ENJOY’s most successful slot titles and live entertainment experiences, such as HotFire Diamonds XXL and Energy Roulette Hold & Win. This partnership will introduce ENJOY’s unique combination of engaging gameplay and high-quality production to BetFlag’s existing player base. This collaboration marks a significant step in ENJOY’s strategy for expansion into regulated markets, following the company’s recent certification within the Italian market. BetFlag’s established presence in the region offers an excellent opportunity to present ENJOY’s content to new audiences. Christos Zoulianitis, Chief Commercial Officer at ENJOY, stated: “Our partnership with BetFlag represents a significant milestone for us. “Their strong reputation and deep understanding of local player preferences make them an ideal partner as we continue to deploy our portfolio across the country.” Laviero Saganeiti, Casino Project Manager at BetFlag, commented: “ENJOY’s diverse portfolio is notable for its production quality and innovative mechanics, making it a valuable addition to our digital casino offerings. “Integrating their games allows us to further broaden the entertainment options available to our players while continuing to collaborate with innovative content providers.” This article is provided by a third-party. AsiaGameHub (https://asiagamehub.com/) makes no warranties regarding its content. AsiaGameHub delivers targeted distribution for iGaming, Casino, and eSports, connecting 3,000+ premium Asian media outlets and 80,000+ specialized influencers across ASEAN.
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Aviatrix Unveils Product Vision and Metaverse Concept at Partner Event iGame

Aviatrix Unveils Product Vision and Metaverse Concept at Partner Event

March 31, 2026
(AsiaGameHub) - Aviatrix held a partner gathering in Chamonix, France, convening a curated group of distribution and operator partners to share its product plans for the coming year. The event marked the first occasion the studio shared its expanded ecosystem vision and an upcoming game release with partners outside of a trade show environment. A core focus of the event agenda was the introduction of Aviatrix’s newly announced iGaming Metaverse, which connects multiple games under a single progression system, allowing players to retain the same profile, rewards, and achievements across all participating titles. This framework represents a major shift in how the studio approaches player engagement, extending beyond the boundaries of individual game sessions. “We wanted this gathering to be more than just a networking event. We deliberately chose Chamonix to create a space to step back and show our partners our future direction,” said Victoria Lambroza, Key Partnerships Executive at Aviatrix. “The iGaming Metaverse concept we presented is something we have been building toward for quite some time, and seeing partners engage with it in person confirmed we are approaching this the right way.” Partners also got an exclusive first look at a new Aviatrix game title, which was shown only at the event ahead of any official public announcement. The Chamonix gathering is planned to be the first of several similar partner engagements Aviatrix will host throughout 2026. Instead of reserving major product updates exclusively for trade shows, the studio is developing a direct partner communication model that enables more in-depth conversations around its product roadmap, business strategy, and future product direction. “The feedback we received in Chamonix will directly shape how we share our product development work with the wider market,” said Anastasia Rimskaya, Chief Account Officer at Aviatrix. “Our partners are a critical part of our development process, and this type of session helps us make that partnership tangible. We are already planning our next event.” More details on the new game title and Aviatrix’s full ecosystem roadmap are expected to be published in the coming months. This article is provided by a third-party. AsiaGameHub (https://asiagamehub.com/) makes no warranties regarding its content. AsiaGameHub delivers targeted distribution for iGaming, Casino, and eSports, connecting 3,000+ premium Asian media outlets and 80,000+ specialized influencers across ASEAN.
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BOSS Zhipin Terus Belanja Semula Saham, Jumlah Belanja Semula Saham Tahun 2026 Melebihi RMB576 Juta

March 31, 2026
(SeaPRwire) - BEIJING, 31 Mac 2026 -- KANZHUN LIMITED (“BOSS Zhipin” atau “Syarikat”) (Nasdaq: BZ; HK: 2076) hari ini mengumumkan pelaksanaan berterusan program pembelian balik sahamnya, dengan menggunakan sekitar RMB34.5 juta untuk membeli balik 744,334 saham biasa pada 30 Mac. Setakat tahun 2026, Syarikat telah memperuntukkan lebih RMB576 juta bagi pembelian balik saham. Langkah ini menekankan komitmen berterusan Syarikat terhadap pulangan pemegang saham. HUBUNGI: HUBUNGI: PIACENTE FINANCIAL COMMUNICATIONS kanzhun@tpg-ir.com Artikel ini disediakan oleh pembekal kandungan pihak ketiga. SeaPRwire (https://www.seaprwire.com/) tidak memberi sebarang waranti atau perwakilan berkaitan dengannya. Sektor: Top Story, Berita Harian SeaPRwire menyampaikan edaran siaran akhbar secara masa nyata untuk syarikat dan institusi, mencapai lebih daripada 6,500 kedai media, 86,000 penyunting dan wartawan, dan 3.5 juta desktop profesional di seluruh 90 negara. SeaPRwire menyokong pengedaran siaran akhbar dalam bahasa Inggeris, Korea, Jepun, Arab, Cina Ringkas, Cina Tradisional, Vietnam, Thai, Indonesia, Melayu, Jerman, Rusia, Perancis, Sepanyol, Portugis dan bahasa-bahasa lain.
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Hitachi Digital Services Strengthens OT-IT Integration with Manufacturing Operations Management Platform JCN Newswire

Hitachi Digital Services Strengthens OT-IT Integration with Manufacturing Operations Management Platform

March 31, 2026
DALLAS,TX Mar 31, 2026 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Hitachi Digital Services today announced it is strengthening its operational technology (OT) and informational technology (IT) integration via the use of a comprehensive Manufacturing Operations Management (MOM) platform. The technological advancement enables Hitachi to accelerate the transformation of discrete manufacturing sites into resilient, sustainable smart factories. Further, the MOM platform is slated to expand Hitachi’s HMAX Industry solutions portfolio, serving as a strong foundation for industrial AI–driven modernization.Built on an open, modular integration architecture, the MOM platform ensures interoperability with diverse product lifecycle management and OT systems. This capability enables wider application across a broad range of asset-heavy sectors such as Energy, High Tech, Manufacturing, and Transportation. The advanced MOM platform also delivers:A continuous digital thread enabling real‑time, end‑to‑end traceability from design through to manufacturing and quality management.Data-driven decision making by analyzing field data to optimize quality, cost, and delivery (QCD).Scalable workflows enabling agile production systems that respond instantly to fluctuations in market and customer demand.Refined across 100+ mission-critical manufacturing sites, Hitachi’s proven MOM platform is now intended to power numerous Hitachi Group factories through a “Customer Zero” approach. Its use is expected to enhance productivity through human-machine collaboration, accelerating the transition to sustainable operations.The resulting value-creation cycle will support Hitachi’s efforts to evolve the MOM platform into an even more powerful product within HMAX by Hitachi—a suite of next-generation solutions that brings the power of AI to social infrastructure by harnessing vast data from physical and digital assets.“The Hitachi Group's greatest strength lies in creating value by accelerating synergies with our extensive OT domains, including rail, energy, and industry. As an integrator implementing OT and IT, Hitachi Digital Services has driven social innovation through cloud, data, and IoT services. By adding a globally proven MOM to our capabilities, we will advance the digital transformation of our own OT sites through a Customer Zero approach. We are confident that the expertise and knowhow gained from this will strengthen our HMAX Industry portfolio and accelerate its deployment across the industrial sector,” said Jun Abe, Executive Vice President of Hitachi, Ltd., General Manager of the Digital Systems & Services Division and Chairman of the Board at Hitachi Digital Services.“Industry 5.0 challenges such as scalability, supply chain integration, and technology adoption will only be solved through smarter automation and more agile production environments,” said Roger Lvin, CEO of Hitachi Digital Services. “Understanding this fully, we’re introducing advanced MOM capabilities to an already formidable tech portfolio. The resulting physical AI solutions will serve as today’s most disruptive cross-industry smart manufacturing and asset operations systems—laying the foundation for digital manufacturing excellence while reinforcing Hitachi’s capabilities for mission‑critical manufacturing operations.”Trademark NoticeAll trademarks and product names are the property of their respective owners.About Hitachi Digital ServicesHitachi Digital Services, a wholly owned subsidiary of Hitachi, Ltd., is a global systems integrator powering mission-critical platforms with people and technology. We help enterprises build, integrate, and run physical and digital systems with tailored solutions in cloud, data, IoT, and ERP modernization, underpinned by advanced AI. By combining Information Technology and Operational Technology (ITxOT), we drive efficiency, innovation, and growth across industries. With over 110 years of Hitachi Group’s engineering and technology leadership, Hitachi Digital Services is powering smarter platforms for a safer, more sustainable future. For more information on Hitachi Digital Services, please visit the company’s website at www.hitachids.com.About Hitachi, Ltd.Through its Social Innovation Business (SIB) that brings together IT, OT (Operational Technology) and products, Hitachi contributes to a harmonized society where the environment, wellbeing, and economic growth are in balance. Hitachi operates globally in four sectors – Digital Systems & Services, Energy, Mobility, and Connective Industries – and the Strategic SIB Business Unit for new growth businesses. With Lumada at its core, Hitachi generates value from integrating data, technology and domain knowledge to solve customer and social challenges. Revenues for FY2024 (ended March 31, 2025) totaled 9,783.3 billion yen, with 618 consolidated subsidiaries and approximately 280,000 employees worldwide. Visit us at www.hitachi.com. Copyright 2026 JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.jcnnewswire.com
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R. Franco Digital Bolsters Italian Presence via Microgame Platform Partnership iGame

R. Franco Digital Bolsters Italian Presence via Microgame Platform Partnership

March 31, 2026
(AsiaGameHub) - Spanish iGaming developer R. Franco Digital has reinforced its presence within regulated European territories by securing a significant partnership with Italian platform provider Microgame. Through this strategic alliance, R. Franco Digital’s diverse library of high-performing games will be incorporated into Microgame’s distribution network. This agreement grants Italian operators access to the supplier’s top-tier titles, such as Super 7 3×3 and Santa Fe Respin, with many offerings specifically adapted to suit local player preferences. Building on its existing success in Italy via previous collaborations with 888 and Stanleybet, this deal with Microgame represents a major milestone in R. Franco Digital’s objective to become a dominant force in the Italian regulated sector. Javier Sacristán Franco, International Business Director at R. Franco Digital, said: “Italy represents one of Europe’s most competitive, sophisticated, and expansive regulated markets. Collaborating with an industry leader like Microgame enables us to introduce our distinct combination of gaming innovation and heritage to a broader player base.” Francesco Cuzzupoli, Gaming & Sales Director at Microgame, added: “We are thrilled to integrate R. Franco Digital onto our platform. Their track record for producing high-quality, engaging content is well-established, and we are certain their games will prove highly popular with our operator partners and their customers. This collaboration further strengthens our standing as the premier source for high-end gaming content in Italy.” This article is provided by a third-party. AsiaGameHub (https://asiagamehub.com/) makes no warranties regarding its content. AsiaGameHub delivers targeted distribution for iGaming, Casino, and eSports, connecting 3,000+ premium Asian media outlets and 80,000+ specialized influencers across ASEAN.
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DEGEN Studios sparks a savage blood feud with Vendetta Fury iGame

DEGEN Studios sparks a savage blood feud with Vendetta Fury

March 31, 2026
(AsiaGameHub) - DEGEN Studios has introduced Vendetta Fury, a high-variance slot game centered on two rival factions engaged in a bitter, enduring conflict: Vandal and Havoc. Vandal embodies chaos, manipulating the grid's rules and altering the surrounding space. Conversely, Havoc utilizes directed power, linking symbols via Wild Beams that generate tension prior to the result. This continuous conflict powers the gameplay, establishing an atmosphere where retribution is never fully resolved and each moment carries a sense of pending resolution. Payouts may accumulate slowly until primary features trigger, altering the power dynamic between the adversaries. Through Expanding Wilds and multiplier systems, the grid transforms rapidly, converting calm spins into significant rewards. The title hits its peak intensity during the Apocalypse bonus round. In this phase, the two Wild characters manifest simultaneously, merging their mechanics to fuel a collective global multiplier. As both powers engage concurrently, results grow increasingly erratic while the battle for dominance heats up on the reels. Danny Gordon, Head of Studio at DEGEN Studios, remarked: “A vendetta doesn’t simply disappear; it intensifies until a breaking point is reached. This concept is central to Vendetta Fury. Vandal and Havoc are trapped in an ever-escalating dispute, mirrored throughout the game and its three upcoming bonus modes as the control balance oscillates on the reels. In this realm, there is no mercy. No holding back. Only mounting vengeance, completely settled.” This article is provided by a third-party. AsiaGameHub (https://asiagamehub.com/) makes no warranties regarding its content. AsiaGameHub delivers targeted distribution for iGaming, Casino, and eSports, connecting 3,000+ premium Asian media outlets and 80,000+ specialized influencers across ASEAN.
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Kiron Interactive Launches FANS World Cup to Maintain Engagement During FIFA World Cup Breaks iGame

Kiron Interactive Launches FANS World Cup to Maintain Engagement During FIFA World Cup Breaks

March 31, 2026
(AsiaGameHub) - Kiron Interactive has launched FANS World Cup as operators prepare for surging traffic and match gaps during the 2026 international football tournament. The product operates on Kiron’s Goal Premier Engine and integrates into existing setups without any extra cost or additional technical work. FANS World Cup features international teams competing in matches that wrap up within 60 to 90 seconds. Each match is independent, giving players frequent chances to stay engaged during breaks in the live match schedule and helping operators cut user drop-off between fixtures. By using well-recognizable national teams, the experience remains closely connected to the live event. Players stay in the same football context instead of stepping away between matches. The offering includes core betting markets such as full-time result, correct score, goalscorers and card outcomes. Operators can also configure jackpot features and bonus multipliers based on their own risk profiles. Steven Spartinos, Co-CEO at Kiron Interactive said: “Tournament traffic comes in waves. The core challenge is what happens in the gaps between matches. FANS World Cup keeps activity going with short match cycles while staying tied to the teams people are already following. It gives operators a more consistent level of engagement across the full tournament schedule.” This article is provided by a third-party. AsiaGameHub (https://asiagamehub.com/) makes no warranties regarding its content. AsiaGameHub delivers targeted distribution for iGaming, Casino, and eSports, connecting 3,000+ premium Asian media outlets and 80,000+ specialized influencers across ASEAN.
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Hong Kong exporter sentiment moderates amid global uncertainties ACN Newswire

Hong Kong exporter sentiment moderates amid global uncertainties

March 31, 2026
HONG KONG, Mar 31, 2026 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Amid ongoing global trade and economic uncertainties, Hong Kong exporters have adopted a more cautious stance in the first quarter of 2026, despite a strong export performance in the last few months, according to new research from the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC). The HKTDC 1Q26 Export Confidence Index, released today, showed moderate declines for two key indicators, the Current Performance Index and the Expectation Index. For 1Q26, the Current Performance Index stood at 46.5. Meanwhile, the Expectation Index returned a figure of 46.9, reflecting caution among survey respondents in light of the uncertain external environment.Trade value expectations, however, remained relatively steady. The Trade Value Sub-Index stayed near the neutral threshold, with the Current reading at 50.9 and the Expectation reading at 49.1. This suggests that unit prices are expected to hold firm in the next few months. Meanwhile, both the Current and Expected Inventory Sub-Index rose above 60, indicating inventory rundown amid growing shipments in the early months of the year.Market outlook: Cautious optimismCommenting on the findings, HKTDC Director of Research, Bruce Pang, said: “The outlook for many of Hong Kong’s major markets has moderated somewhat, including the ASEAN bloc and the Chinese Mainland, largely on account of ongoing geopolitical developments. In the longer term, however, fundamental demand – especially for electronics and other consumer sectors – remains resilient. Hong Kong’s trade prospects should stay positive, yet remain cautious, pending the further easing of global geopolitical conflicts.”Sector performance: Jewellery and clothing outperformDespite the overall softening, several key sectors outperformed the overall Index. Most notably, the jewellery sector rallied impressively, supported by robust sales and sizeable new orders. The jewellery sector’s Current reading climbed to 57.1 (up 5.9), while its Expectation reading rose to 56.0 (up 1.1). The clothing sector also showed considerable improvement, with its Current Index rising to 52.1 (up 6.1) and its Expectation Index increasing by 9.2 points to 53.4. However, sentiment among electronics exporters weakened, with a Current reading of 44.9 and an Expectation reading of 45.6, signalling disruptions over the Chinese New Year period.Cost pressures showed signs of stabilising. Although still in negative territory, the Cost Sub-Index improved significantly, with the Current reading rising 15.2 points to 38.1 and its Expectation reading up by 8.5 points to 41.3. This indicates potential sustained relief from cost pressures, despite recent surges in oil and energy prices triggered by developments in the Middle East. The impact of the recent conflict in the region was not factored into this survey as the fieldwork was carried out in January and February.E-commerce as a growing sales channelAs part of the same survey, HKTDC Research also conducted a thematic assessment of Hong Kong exporters’ cross-border e-commerce business. The findings showed that 46% of respondents were already engaged in cross-border e-commerce, while a further 20% plan to enter the sector within the coming year. Among companies already engaged in cross-border e-commerce, the Chinese Mainland ranked as the leading e-commerce sales destination (24%), followed by the EU27 & UK (17%) and Canada & the US (15%), while the ASEAN bloc (14%) continued to emerge as a promising market with notable growth potential.Kenneth Lee, HKTDC Section Head of Special Project & Business Advisory, added: “Market diversification remains a key strategy for Hong Kong traders to mitigate risks. At the same time, more companies are leveraging e-commerce channels to boost sales and enhance business sustainability amid an uncertain external environment.”ReferencesHKTDC Export Confidence Index 1Q26: Hong Kong Exporters Stay Cautious Amid Uncertaintieshttps://research.hktdc.com/en/article/MjI4MDE5MDc3OQHKTDC Research website: https://research.hktdc.com/en/Photo download: https://bit.ly/4s5kh7oHKTDC Director of Research Bruce Pang (right) and Section Head of Special Project & Business Advisory Kenneth Lee (left), announced the HKTDC Export Confidence Index for 2026’s first quarter at a press conference todayHKTDC Director of Research Bruce PangHKTDC Section Head of Special Project & Business Advisory Kenneth LeeMedia enquiriesPlease contact the HKTDC’s Communications and Public Affairs Department:Johnny TsuiTel: (852) 2584 4395Email: johnny.cy.tsui@hktdc.orgAgnes WatTel: (852) 2584 4554Email: agnes.ky.wat@hktdc.orgAbout HKTDCThe Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) celebrates its 60th anniversary this year. The 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 2026 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com
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Peter & Sons Strengthens Its Latin American Reach via Extended Partnership with Relax Gaming iGame

Peter & Sons Strengthens Its Latin American Reach via Extended Partnership with Relax Gaming

March 31, 2026
(AsiaGameHub) - Peter & Sons, an iGaming studio prioritizing creativity, has enhanced its presence in Latin America by expanding its partnership with Relax Gaming, allowing its game portfolio to be distributed in Brazil and Peru—two of the region’s most promising markets. Latin America is quickly emerging as a key growth hub for the global iGaming industry. Brazil alone, home to over 200 million people, is anticipated to become one of the world’s largest regulated markets following recent regulatory progress. Meanwhile, Peru has already put in place a fully regulated framework, generating strong demand for high-quality, compliant content. Together, these markets present a significant opportunity for suppliers ready to operate within regulated environments. Via this extended agreement, Peter & Sons will bring its collection of unique, high-performing games to players in both countries through Relax Gaming’s aggregation platform. Known for its artisanal approach to game development, Peter & Sons continues to stand out with its distinct visual identity, original mechanics, and consistent product performance. Strengthening its foothold in Brazil and Peru not only expands the studio’s global reach but also positions it at the forefront of one of the industry’s fastest-growing regions. Yann Bautista, Founder and Commercial Director at Peter & Sons, said: “Latin America is one of the most exciting regions in iGaming right now, and entering Brazil and Peru alongside Relax is a major milestone for us. These markets have huge potential and clear regulatory direction—exactly where we want to be. Relax has been a strong partner, and we’re thrilled to keep building together in these new territories.” As regulation continues to shape the future of iGaming in Latin America, Peter & Sons is positioning itself early—delivering content tailored for regulated markets and establishing a sustainable presence in one of the industry’s most dynamic regions. This article is provided by a third-party. AsiaGameHub (https://asiagamehub.com/) makes no warranties regarding its content. AsiaGameHub delivers targeted distribution for iGaming, Casino, and eSports, connecting 3,000+ premium Asian media outlets and 80,000+ specialized influencers across ASEAN.
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Greentube Drives Big Wins with Rumble Riches™ Haulin’ Gold™ iGame

Greentube Drives Big Wins with Rumble Riches™ Haulin’ Gold™

March 31, 2026
(AsiaGameHub) - Greentube, the digital gaming and entertainment arm of NOVOMATIC, is launching its newest slot game, Rumble Riches Haulin’ Gold. This latest release invites players on a feature-filled road trip alongside a seasoned trucker and his loyal companion. The game is set against the backdrop of the open road and features a traditional 5×3 layout with five independent reels and 50 fixed paylines. Coins are a key element, requiring players to land at least six to gather their accumulated value, while simultaneously building the coin stack on the truck for enhanced payouts. At the core of the gameplay is the Rumble Riches feature, which can be activated at any point during base or bonus play. Players might be granted the Add Coin feature, which introduces additional coin symbols to the reels, or the Add Wild feature, which adds extra wilds across the reels to boost win potential and form strong combinations. Landing three Bonus scatter symbols on the middle reels triggers eight Free Games, offering players more opportunities to keep the game in motion. During both the base game and free spins, collecting six or more coins activates the Lock & Spin feature, paving the way to greater riches. Lock & Spin expands the game to up to 30 reels, with spins resetting each time new symbols appear. Every new coin landed resets the spin counter to three, prolonging gameplay and increasing the likelihood of achieving larger wins. Coin symbols can become locked in place, and special modifiers ensure the gameplay remains unpredictable. Truck symbols add an extra layer of excitement: the Red Truck collects all visible coin values, the Purple Truck increases coin values throughout the feature, and the Blue Truck enhances all coin values simultaneously. The convoy-style feature elevates the experience, with the Green Truck initiating a passing convoy that aggregates a range of cash values and jackpots. Unlocking all rows opens the Golden Garage, launching the Gold Convoy bonus for even more substantial rewards. In select markets, players can also access the Lock ‘N’ Spin bonus immediately through the popular Bonus Buy feature for 75 times the bet. Rumble Riches Haulin’ Gold is the latest addition to Greentube’s expanding collection of premium slot content, following recent releases such as Gorilla Cash and Firecracker Frenzy Money Toad. Richard Ganster, Director of Games Strategy and Games Portfolio Management at Greentube, stated: “Rumble Riches Haulin’ Gold offers a thrilling experience from beginning to end, combining a distinctive, character-driven theme with a potent mix of features and modifiers. “This title builds upon the established Hold & Spin mechanic, enhancing it with added depth through features like the convoy bonuses, which create a more dynamic and engaging player experience. The trucking theme allows us to introduce mechanics that make players feel as though they are continuously progressing on a rewarding journey. It’s a game designed for momentum and significant win potential.” This article is provided by a third-party. AsiaGameHub (https://asiagamehub.com/) makes no warranties regarding its content. AsiaGameHub delivers targeted distribution for iGaming, Casino, and eSports, connecting 3,000+ premium Asian media outlets and 80,000+ specialized influencers across ASEAN.
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Fujitsu and Osaka University of Health and Sport Sciences partner to innovate sports performance with skeleton recognition AI JCN Newswire

Fujitsu and Osaka University of Health and Sport Sciences partner to innovate sports performance with skeleton recognition AI

March 31, 2026
KAWASAKI, Japan, Mar 31, 2026 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Fujitsu Limited today announced that it has signed a comprehensive industry-academia collaboration agreement with Osaka University of Health and Sport Sciences (OUHS) to create social value and develop human resources through digital transformation (DX) by leveraging cutting-edge technology in the sports performance field. Based on this agreement, both parties will begin joint discussions on fostering top athletes in various sports, including gymnastics, and exploring other applications using skeleton recognition AI.OUHS aims to further enhance its authentic education, research, and social contribution as outlined in its OUHS Vision 2031. To achieve this, the university has launched the DX/AX (AI Transformation) Promotion Project to advance the utilization of digital technology and artificial intelligence. Through education, research, and social contribution, OUHS seeks to contribute to societal change and new value creation based on sports.As part of this initiative, Fujitsu's skeleton recognition AI, which precisely and instantly digitizes human movement in 3D, developed through its gymnastics judging support system and offered via AI Technologies and Solutions within Uvance, has been adopted for OUHS's gymnastics club as an AI training system compliant with international judging standards.Traditionally, the evaluation of sports performance and techniques, including gymnastics, has heavily relied on the experience and subjectivity of athletes and coaches. By utilizing skeleton recognition AI, this evaluation will be digitized. Quantifiable metrics for each sport will be defined, and athletes' movements will be digitized in real-time, thereby creating data-driven training methods and supporting the improvement of athletic ability and the development of top-level athletes.Furthermore, by applying this technology in sports science and biomechanics lectures at OUHS, the aim is to cultivate human resources capable of utilizing and researching this technology.Future PlansFujitsu will collaborate with OUHS to explore initiatives for advancing virtual sports in addition to real sports. By utilizing skeleton recognition AI in virtual sports research, the aim is to create opportunities for young people and seniors who are hesitant about exercise to easily and safely experience sports. By visualizing the effects of physical ability improvement through virtual sports using skeleton recognition AI and allowing participants to experience a sense of growth, this initiative will encourage exercise habits, expand the sports population, and create social value.Additionally, by combining OUHS's regional collaboration programs with Fujitsu's skeleton recognition AI and the diverse cutting-edge AI technologies held by Uvance Partner, Fujitsu will contribute to solving regional issues such as promoting health among the elderly and fostering exercise habits in children through sports.Under Uvance, Fujitsu’s business mode which addresses societal challenges, Fujitsu will collaborate with its Uvance Partner, Osaka University of Health and Sport Sciences, to leverage data and AI to advance talent development and enhance sports performance, thereby promoting the well-being of people.Powered by Uvance / About Uvance PartnerTo achieve the sustainable world envisioned by Uvance, the presence of partners who bring diverse knowledge and technologies to co-create the future is essential. These Uvance Partners integrate Uvance offerings and are responsible for developing and providing innovative Powered by Uvance products that leverage cutting-edge technologies and expertise, as well as promoting their adoption within society and organizations. Fujitsu will grow together with Uvance Partners, expanding business and working to solve social issues.About FujitsuFujitsu’s purpose is to make the world more sustainable by building trust in society through innovation. As the digital transformation partner of choice for customers around the globe, our 113,000 employees work to resolve some of the greatest challenges facing humanity. Our range of services and solutions draw on five key technologies: AI, Computing, Networks, Data & Security, and Converging Technologies, which we bring together to deliver sustainability transformation. Fujitsu Limited (TSE:6702) reported consolidated revenues of 3.6 trillion yen (US$23 billion) for the fiscal year ended March 31, 2025 and remains the top digital services company in Japan by market share. Find out more: global.fujitsuPress ContactsFujitsu LimitedPublic and Investor Relations DivisionInquiries Copyright 2026 JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.jcnnewswire.com
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