DENSO and DELPHY Sign Joint Development Agreement to Accelerate Data-Driven Smart Horticulture

KARIYA, JAPAN, Nov 19, 2025 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) – DENSO CORPORATION and DELPHY GROEP BV signed a Joint Development Agreement on Oct. 1 to accelerate the development of a system to achieve stable planned cultivation for data-driven smart horticulture*1.Recently, the instability of agricultural production caused by factors such as climate change and the decline in the farming population, as well as the resulting food shortages, have become pressing issues. As a result, there is a global need for solutions that enable anyone to realize stable and sustainable agricultural production, anytime and anywhere, in any environment.Since entering into a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU)*2 in April 2025, DENSO and DELPHY have been exploring technologies and frameworks to realize sustainable horticultural production. Under the newly signed Joint Development Agreement, the two companies will collaborate on the creation of a system to support stable planned cultivation by developing technologies that automatically acquire accurate crop growth data and build high-precision yield prediction models. These models will be integrated into DELPHY’s cultivation management software, QMS*3.DENSO will leverage its expertise in sensing and image processing technologies—cultivated through automotive component development —to develop systems that automatically and accurately collect crop growth data, which producers currently obtain manually through visual observation and measurement. Automating data collection is expected to significantly increase the volume of samples and improve their accuracy, thereby enhancing the precision of yield predictions.DELPHY will integrate these high-precision yield prediction models into its QMS software. This will enable producers to formulate more accurate yields for their production and sales plans. It will support them in entering reliable sales contracts with wholesalers and retailers, based on assured harvest quantities, contributing to stable greenhouse management. Furthermore, optimized production and sales planning will help reduce food waste and increase profitability.The joint development is scheduled for completion by the end of fiscal year 2028.DENSO and DELPHY will combine their technologies to develop and implement cultivation management software capable of high-precision yield prediction. Through this initiative, the companies aim to accelerate the advancement of data-driven smart horticulture and contribute to solving social challenges facing the greenhouse horticulture industry.Signing Ceremony of the Joint Development AgreementFrom left: DELPHY GROEP BV Managing Partner Horticulture Aad van den Berg,DENSO CORPORATION Food Value Chain Business Development Division Executive Officer Yasushi Mukai*1 Data-driven smart horticulture is a method of collecting horticultural data using sensors and IoT devices and optimizing the cultivation process through AI and big data analysis.*2 For details on the previous announcement regarding the Memorandum of Understanding between DENSO and DELPHY to promote data-driven smart horticulture, please refer to the following URL.https://www.denso.com/global/en/news/newsroom/2025/20250424-g01/*3 Please refer to the following URL for more information about the QMS.https://delphy.nl/en/services/data-driven-crop-management/About DENSO CORPORATIONDENSO is a global automotive parts manufacturer that provides advanced automotive technologies, systems, and products. Leveraging the core technologies it has developed through its experience in automotive components, DENSO is expanding the scope of its value offerings to include factory automation, food distribution, agriculture (Ag Tech), and more. In order to deliver safe and reliable food—essential to people’s daily lives—DENSO positions agriculture as an important business domain. Through automated harvesting using robots equipped with sensing technologies and digital-based cultivation environment control, DENSO is working to strengthen the agricultural industry. https://www.denso.com/global/en/About DELPHY GROEP BVDELPHY is part of Royal Peterson Control Union Group. The Group provides TIC and (crop) Consultancy activities and helps businesses navigate complex challenges and drive long-term success in over 80 countries Within the Group DELPHY provides worldwide leading in expertise for food & flowers by knowledge and data driven services in agriculture and horticulture as research & development, consultancy and projects, dedicated to advancing global food & flower production. https://delphy.nl/  Copyright 2025 JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.jcnnewswire.com

NEC Presents the Decarbonization Potential of its CropScope Agricultural Solution at COP30

TOKYO, Nov 19, 2025 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - NEC Corporation (NEC; TSE: 6701) announced the decarbonization potential of its agricultural software platform "CropScope" at COP30 (the 30th Conference of the Parties to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change), held in Belém, Brazil, from November 10, 2025. NEC, together with global climate consultancy the Carbon Trust developed a case study in Hokkaido, Japan, to demonstrate the use of CropScope’s variable fertilizer application function. The Carbon Trust calculated the net carbon impact of the solution as approximately –6 tCO2e, resulting in a 23% reduction in emissions when used on the crop type Winter Wheat.This calculation quantifies the decarbonization potential for society and was conducted as NEC became the first Japanese company(*1) selected for the Net Carbon Impact Assessment promoted by the European Green Digital Coalition(*2).Presentation at the COP30 "AgriZone"The Net Carbon Impact Assessment scientifically evaluates environmental contributions enabled by digital technology. NEC applied to and was selected for this project, inspired by the potential of digital solutions for agriculture—a sector closely linked to climate change.Through this project, NEC conducted the first quantitative assessment demonstrating that CropScope's variable fertilizer application not only improves fertilizer efficiency but also delivers environmental benefits. This assessment will be published as a case study report.NEC's CropScope reduces Nâ‚‚O (nitrous oxide) emissions generated from fertilizer-derived nitrogen through nitrification and denitrification reactions by suppressing excessive fertilization via variable-rate application. In 2022, NEC conducted field trials on multiple crops at a farm in northern Japan. Based on these data, NEC quantitatively evaluated the results within the framework of the European Green Digital Coalition’s Net Carbon Impact Assessment with support from the Carbon Trust.CropScope Features1. Generation of high-precision variable fertilizer application maps through satellite data analysisVariable fertilizer application is a technology that optimizes fertilizer application rates for each location based on the growth status and soil properties within a field. CropScope analyzes monitoring data, such as the Normalized Difference Vegetation Index (NDVI) and estimated soil nitrogen levels derived from satellite imagery, to divide fields into multiple management zones. Moreover, it automatically calculates and maps the optimal fertilizer application rate for each zone. Utilizing this map reduces localized surpluses and shortages that conventional uniform fertilization cannot address, enabling efficient use of fertilizer and improved productivity.  2. Compatibility with Farm Machinery and Ease of Field ImplementationThe generated fertilizer application maps can be linked with compatible tractors and fertilizer spreaders to automatically execute zone-specific fertilizer application. A key feature is the ability to easily utilize variable rate fertilization—which previously required specialized knowledge and complex settings—through a seamless process from data analysis and map generation to actual fertilization. The user-friendly interface and practical design significantly lower the barrier to adoption in the field, even for first-time users.Going forward, NEC will promote the decarbonization benefits achieved through CropScope and advance its carbon credit generation initiatives.(*1) As of November 17, 2025(*2) The European Green Digital Coalition (EGDC) is a group of companies committed to supporting the Green and Digital Transformation of the European Union.About NEC CorporationNEC Corporation has established itself as a leader in the integration of IT and network technologies while promoting the brand statement of "Orchestrating a brighter world." NEC enables businesses and communities to adapt to rapid changes taking place in both society and the market as it provides for the social values of safety, security, fairness and efficiency to promote a more sustainable world where everyone has the chance to reach their full potential. For more information, visit NEC at https://www.nec.com.  Copyright 2025 JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.jcnnewswire.com

Fujitsu recognized as the only Japan-headquartered company to be an Emerging Leader in Gartner(R) Emerging Market Quadrant for Generative AI Engineering

KAWASAKI, Japan, Nov 19, 2025 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Fujitsu today announced its recognition as an Emerging Leader in the Gartner Emerging Market Quadrant for Generative AI Engineering in the Innovation Guide for Generative AI Engineering, published on November 13, 2025. Since March 2025, Fujitsu has remained the only Japan-headquartered company to be recognized as an Emerging Leader in this report.Graphic: Gartner® Emerging Market Quadrant for Generative AI Engineering’s vendor position information(This graphic was published by Gartner, Inc. as part of a larger research document and should be evaluated in the context of the entire document.)Fujitsu has been at the forefront of AI research and development for over three decades, deploying AI solutions across various industries globally. With a track record of more than 7,000 customer use cases in sectors such as manufacturing, retail, healthcare, and public safety, Fujitsu continues to lead in AI innovation.In recent years, Fujitsu has integrated its AI capabilities into Uvance, its business model rooted in addressing societal issues. This integration includes embedding cloud-based AI service Fujitsu Kozuchi into Uvance offerings and providing Fujitsu Data Intelligence PaaS. Fujitsu Data Intelligence PaaS serves as a data and AI-powered operations platform, leveraging these AI services to support decision-making and business operations.Fujitsu sees this recognition on this occasion as underscoring the industry's high regard for its AI vision and execution and highlighting the strength of Fujitsu’s industry-specific AI strategies and flexible pricing models.Through Uvance Fujitsu aims to foster customer business growth and tackle societal issues. By integrating advanced data analytics and AI into management decision-making processes, Fujitsu is committed to delivering new value to its customers.About Gartner® Emerging Market Quadrant for Generative AI Engineering“Gartner Emerging Market Quadrant is designed to provide end-user clients with a way to assess vendors in a dynamic and fast-moving market such as Generative AI (GenAI).”“The Emerging Market Quadrant is data-driven research providing a visual snapshot of each vendor based on a scoring framework of vendor-provided survey data along with other public and proprietary information.”“Gartner defines the generative AI engineering submarket as technologies providing full-model life cycle management, specifically adjusted to and catering for developing, refining and deploying generative models (e.g., large language models [LLMs]) and other GenAI artifacts in production applications.”Reference: Gartner®, Engagement with Gartner, Gartner Updates, Emerging Market Quadrant FAQsVivek Mahajan, Corporate Executive Officer, Corporate Vice President, CTO, in charge of System Platform, Fujitsu Limited, comments:“We are truly honored that Fujitsu was recognized as an Emerging Leader in Gartner® Emerging Market Quadrant for Generative AI Engineering and that we are the only Japan-headquartered company to have received such an evaluation.Fujitsu is known for delivering cutting-edge AI technologies tailored to enterprise needs through its AI service Fujitsu Kozuchi. In order to maintain our high evaluation, we will evolve as a platform for enterprise sovereign AI, integrating computing and network technologies that are essential to the AI computing infrastructure, and support our customers in solving their challenges with technology.”Yoshinami Takahashi, Corporate Executive Officer, Corporate Vice President, COO in charge of Solution Services, Head of Global Solutions, Fujitsu Limited, comments:“We are very proud that Gartner has recognized Fujitsu as the only Japan-headquartered company to be an Emerging Leader in Gartner® Emerging Market Quadrant for Generative AI Engineering. I believe this recognition reflects the global market’s strong endorsement of Fujitsu’s Uvance offerings that integrate trustworthy and safe AI technology equipped with industry knowledge.Data & AI capabilities such as Fujitsu Kozuchi is Uvance‘s core competitive strength. This provides a strong foundation for accelerating the transformation of our customers’ operations and businesses, while also contributing to the resolution of broader societal issues.Fujitsu will continue to create sustainable impact across both business and society by leveraging advanced technologies such as generative AI.”Gartner Disclaimer:Gartner®, Innovation Guide for Generative AI Engineering, Radu Miclaus et al., 13 November 2025GARTNER is a registered trademark and service mark of Gartner, Inc. and/or its affiliates in the U.S. and internationally and is used herein with permission. All rights reserved.Gartner does not endorse any vendor, product or service depicted in its research publications, and does not advise technology users to select only those vendors with the highest ratings or other designation. Gartner research publications consist of the opinions of Gartner’s research organization and should not be construed as statements of fact. Gartner disclaims all warranties, expressed or implied, with respect to this research, including any warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose.Fujitsu’s Commitment to the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)The Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) adopted by the United Nations in 2015 represent a set of common goals to be achieved worldwide by 2030.Fujitsu’s purpose — “to make the world more sustainable by building trust in society through innovation” — is a promise to contribute to the vision of a better future empowered by the SDGs.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 2025 JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.jcnnewswire.com

德国推出新激励措施,以在俄罗斯威胁日益加剧之际促进军事招募

(SeaPRwire) -   总统先生在他的第一个任期内就开始了他的欧洲整体以及德国特别是在国防上投入更多预算的运动,并且这开始在欧洲的经济引擎,德意志联邦共和国,取得成效。德国联合政府——基督教民主联盟/基督教社会联盟和社会民主党——在上周经过激烈的辩论后,已经同意了一项新的自愿兵役激励制度,以应对俄罗斯对欧洲大陆日益增长的威胁。激励措施包括免费获得驾驶执照。驾驶执照的费用可能高达数千美元。第二个激励措施是提高现有的税前起薪,达到每月约3,000美元。德国保守派总理弗里德里希·梅尔茨在他任期开始时宣布,将转变为“欧洲最强大的常规军队”,基民盟党议会领袖延斯·斯潘周四告诉记者。“我们希望尽可能多地赢得年轻人为祖国服务。”斯潘补充说,如果自愿模式不能确保足够的军事士兵和人员,“我们需要使其成为义务”。斯潘指出,然而,转向将意味着需要通过一项新的法律。曾在美国海军后备队担任情报官员,担任海军中校,并曾任副总统迪克·切尼的防扩散和中东战略高级顾问的大卫·沃姆瑟告诉 Digital, “欧洲终于开始考虑防御和一种更严肃的方式。”“虽然这从来都不是其官方政策,但在过去的几十年里,欧洲人理所当然地认为美国会提供保护,战争是不可能的,因此他们主要地尽量减少任何他们分担的国防负担,并将自己置于某种道德良知之上,凌驾于世界之上,这种道德良知蔓延到和平主义和不可能的道德完美。 他们现在被迫开始冷静地思考他们的国防以及这可能带来的影响,这是一件好事。”他补充说,“重要的是,我们美国人开始明白,欧洲文明的重心正在向东转移。 在英国和法国之前,德国似乎已经意识到了它所面临的威胁以及由此产生的建立更强大防御的必要性,这象征着这种向东方的转移。”根据沃姆瑟的说法,“象征性地,德国的行动代表着一种迟来的,但尚未被普遍理解的认识。 2022 年 2 月发生的事情,以及在发生的事情,只是由几个反对西方文明的国家领导的更大、更危险和可能致命的全球竞争的局部版本。”他说,“那个轴心代表了共产主义、伊斯兰主义和法西斯主义思想的融合。 那个不圣洁的联盟,一个不太可能的联盟,首先最重要的是对西方文明的憎恨。 除非西方意识到这一点,否则它将无法生存,而德国正在做的事情在某种程度上是朝着这个方向迈出的一小步。”在他的第一个任期内更多地用于其德国军事防御。本文由第三方内容提供商提供。SeaPRwire (https://www.seaprwire.com/)对此不作任何保证或陈述。 分类: 头条新闻,日常新闻 SeaPRwire为公司和机构提供全球新闻稿发布,覆盖超过6,500个媒体库、86,000名编辑和记者,以及350万以上终端桌面和手机App。SeaPRwire支持英、日、德、韩、法、俄、印尼、马来、越南、中文等多种语言新闻稿发布。 ```

Doubleview Gold Corp. Closes Final Tranche of Non-Brokered Private Placement for Gross Proceeds of $7,181,400

Vancouver, British Columbia--(ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com - November 19, 2025) - Doubleview Gold Corp. (TSXV: DBG) (OTCQB: DBLVF) (FSE: 1D4) (the "Company" or "Doubleview") is pleased to announce that it has closed the second tranche of its previously announced non-brokered private placement (the "Private Placement") announced on November 7, 2025.The second tranche consists of 2,016,286 units (the "Units") at a price of $0.70 per Unit for aggregate gross proceeds of $1,411,400. Each Unit consists of one common share (a "Share") and one common share purchase warrant (a "Warrant"). Each Warrant entitles the holder to purchase one additional Share at a price of $1.00 for a period of 24 months from the date of issue, subject to an accelerated expiry provision whereby the Company may accelerate the expiry date if the volume-weighted average trading price of the Shares on the TSX Venture Exchange is $1.25 or greater for any ten (10) consecutive trading days.Combined with the first tranche that closed on November 7, 2025, the Company has now raised total gross proceeds of $7,181,400 under the Private Placement.Insider Participation and Related Party TransactionA director of the Company participated in the second tranche by subscribing for 350,000 Units ($245,000), representing approximately 17.3% of the second tranche. This participation constitutes a "related party transaction" within the meaning of Multilateral Instrument 61-101 — Protection of Minority Security Holders in Special Transactions ("MI 61-101"). The Company is exempt from the formal valuation and minority shareholder approval requirements of MI 61-101 pursuant to sections 5.5(a) and 5.7(1)(a), as the fair market value of the securities issued to the director does not exceed 25% of the Company's market capitalization.In connection with the second tranche, the Company paid finder's fees to Research Capital Corporation consisting of $44,100 in cash and 63,000 non-transferable finder's warrants issued on the same terms as the Warrants forming part of the Units.All securities issued pursuant to the second tranche, including securities issued as finder's fees, are subject to a statutory four-month and one-day hold period expiring March 19, 2026.The Private Placement, including the insider participation described above, is subject to final acceptance of the TSX Venture Exchange.Proceeds from the Private Placement will be used to advance the Company's exploration program on its British Columbia projects, particularly the polymetallic Hat Project located in northwestern British Columbia, and for general working capital purposes.About Doubleview Gold CorpA mineral resource exploration and development company is headquartered in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. It is publicly traded on the TSX-Venture Exchange (TSXV: DBG), (OTCQB: DBLVF), (WKN: A1W038), and (FSE: 1D4). Doubleview focuses on identifying, acquiring, and financing precious and base metal exploration projects across North America, with a strong emphasis on British Columbia. The company enhances shareholder value through the acquisition and exploration of high-quality gold, copper, cobalt, scandium, and silver projects-collectively critical minerals-utilizing cutting-edge exploration techniques.Doubleview's success is deeply rooted in the unwavering support of its long-term shareholders, supporters, and institutional investors. Their ongoing commitment has been instrumental in advancing the company's strategic initiatives. Doubleview looks forward to further collaborative growth and development and continues to welcome active participation from its valued stakeholders as the company expands its portfolio and strengthens its position in the critical minerals sector.About the Hat Polymetallic DepositThe Hat Deposit, located in northwestern British Columbia, is a polymetallic porphyry project with major resources of copper, gold, cobalt, and the potential for scandium. As one of the region's significant sources of critical minerals, the Hat deposit has undergone targeted exploration and development. The 0.2% CuEq cut-off resource estimate, as of the recently completed Mineral Resource Estimate and the Company's July 25, 2024, news release, is summarized below:Open Pit Model HatResource CategoryTonnageAverage GradeMetal ContentCuEqCuCoAuAgCuEqCuCoAuAgMt%%%g/tg/tmillion lbmillion lbmillion lbthousand ozthousand ozIn PitIndicated1500.4080.2210.0080.190.421,353733289292,045Inferred4770.3440.1850.0090.150.493,6191,945912,3287,575 Scandium potential for the Hat Deposit is estimated to be 300 to 500 million tonnes at an average grade of 40 ppm (0.004%) Sc2O3.For further details, please refer to the Company's July 25, 2024 news release.Qualified Person:Erik Ostensoe, P. Geo., a consulting geologist, and Doubleview's Qualified Person with respect to the Hat Project as defined by National Instrument 43-101 Standards of Disclosure for Mineral Projects, has reviewed, and approved the written technical disclosure contained in the news release. He is not independent of Doubleview as he is a shareholder in the company.On behalf of the Board of Directors,Farshad Shirvani, President & Chief Executive OfficerFor further information please contact:Doubleview Gold CorpVancouver, BC Farshad ShirvaniPresident & CEOT: (604) 678-9587E: corporate@doubleview.caNEITHER TSX VENTURE EXCHANGE NOR ITS REGULATION SERVICES PROVIDER (AS THAT TERM IS DEFINED IN THE POLICIES OF THE TSX VENTURE EXCHANGE) ACCEPTS RESPONSIBILITY FOR THE ADEQUACY OR ACCURACY OF THIS RELEASE.The information contained herein contains "forward-looking information" and "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of applicable securities legislation (collectively, "forward-looking statements"). Forward-looking statements relate to information that is based on assumptions of management, forecasts of future results, and estimates of amounts not yet determinable. All statements, other than statements of historical fact, are forward-looking statements and are based on predictions, expectations, beliefs, plans, projections, objectives and assumptions made as of the date of this news release, including without limitation: the size of the Private Placement and other statements concerning the Private Placement; the anticipated use of proceeds from the Private Placement; the renunciation to the purchasers of FT Shares and timing thereof; the tax treatment of the FT Shares and the Company's plans regarding exploring its mineral exploration properties; anticipated results of geophysical drilling programs, geological interpretations and potential mineral recovery. Any statement that involves discussions with respect to predictions, expectations, beliefs, plans, projections, objectives, assumptions, future events or performance (often but not always using phrases such as "expects", or "does not expect", "is expected", "anticipates" or "does not anticipate", "plans", "budget", "scheduled", "forecasts", "estimates", "believes" or "intends" or variations of such words and phrases or stating that certain actions, events or results "may" or "could", "would", "might" or "will" be taken to occur or be achieved) are not statements of historical fact and may be forward-looking statements.Forward-looking statements are subject to a variety of risks and uncertainties which could cause actual events or results to differ from those reflected in the forward-looking statements, including, without limitation: risks related to failure to obtain adequate funding on a timely basis and on acceptable terms; risks related to the outcome of legal proceedings; political and regulatory risks associated with mining and exploration; risks related to the maintenance of stock exchange listings; risks related to environmental regulation and liability; the potential for delays in exploration or development activities or the completion of feasibility studies; the uncertainty of profitability; risks and uncertainties relating to the interpretation of drill results, the geology, grade and continuity of mineral deposits; risks related to the inherent uncertainty of production and cost estimates and the potential for unexpected costs and expenses; results of prefeasibility and feasibility studies, and the possibility that future exploration, development or mining results will not be consistent with the Company's expectations; risks related to the gold price and other commodity price fluctuations; and other risks and uncertainties related to the Company's prospects, properties and business detailed elsewhere in the Company's disclosure record. Should one or more of these risks and uncertainties materialize, or should underlying assumptions prove incorrect, actual results may vary materially from those described in forward-looking statements. Investors are cautioned against attributing undue certainty or reliance on forward-looking statements. These forward-looking statements are made as of the date hereof and the Company does not assume any obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements, other than as required by applicable law, to reflect new information, events or circumstances, or changes in management's estimates, projections or opinions. Actual events or results could differ materially from those anticipated in the forward-looking statements or from the Company's expectations or projections.To view the source version of this press release, please visit https://www.newsfilecorp.com/release/275145 Copyright 2025 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com

Focus Graphite Expands Technical Leadership with the Appointment of Veteran Graphite Executive Richard Pearce as Strategic Advisor

Graphite industry veteran joins Focus Graphite to accelerate the company's operational, purification, production, and commercial readiness.Ottawa, Ontario--(ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com - November 19, 2025) - Focus Graphite Inc. (TSXV: FMS) (OTCQB: FCSMF) (FSE: FKC0) ("Focus" or the "Company"), a leading developer of high-grade flake graphite deposits and innovator of next-generation lithium-ion battery technology, is pleased to announce the appointment of Richard Pearce as Strategic Advisor.This appointment follows the Company's November 3, 2025 announcement for the conditional award of $14.1 million from Natural Resources Canada ("NRCan") under the Global Partnership Initiative ("GPI"). The funding supports the launch of Canada's first chemical-free electro-thermal graphite purification demonstration plant, a key milestone in advancing the country's critical minerals production capabilities and supply chain.Mr. Pearce is a licensed professional engineer, economist, and senior executive with more than thirty (30) years of experience managing, financing, and delivering complex industrial and resource projects across the Americas. He brings deep expertise in the energy transition and critical minerals, combining technical, financial, and operational leadership to build and grow successful companies.As founder and former Chief Executive Officer of South Star Battery Metals Corp. ("South Star"), Mr. Pearce led the development of one of the first new graphite mines in decades to be permitted, financed, and brought into commercial production. Under his leadership, South Star advanced from exploration to full operation, gaining valuable insight into mine development, local community engagement, and sustainable graphite production in Latin America. He has directed multidisciplinary teams on large-scale mining and industrial projects with capital expenditures exceeding US $1 billion, spanning precious and base metals, industrial minerals, and fertilizers.A Qualified Person (QP) under Canada's National Instrument (NI) 43-101 standards, Mr. Pearce brings a rare combination of modern, hands-on graphite production experience and regulatory expertise. His addition to the Focus team enhances the Company's ability to de-risk and accelerate the transition from development to production while maintaining technical and environmental standards."No two graphite deposits are the same," said Dean Hanisch, CEO of Focus Graphite. "Each deposit has its own characteristics, and we wanted someone who has been through it, who has figured out what works and what doesn't, and truly understands what it takes to put a graphite mine into production. Richard is one of the few people today who has done this successfully, and his experience will help us avoid costly trial and error and ensure our demonstration plant reflects real world operating conditions."In his role as Strategic Advisor, Mr. Pearce will lead the optimization of Focus Graphite's upstream operations — ensuring that ore processing, flotation, and concentrate recovery are fully aligned with the Company's downstream purification strategy as it moves into the demonstration phase.His immediate focus will be overseeing upcoming ore-processing campaigns for the Lac Knife Project, evaluating ore behaviour through grinding, flotation, and concentration to define the optimal equipment selection, process-flow design, and material-handling methods required for larger-scale production. The resulting test work will generate the empirical data needed to maximize graphite recovery and product quality.In parallel, Focus is preparing to launch its first pilot plant program for the Lac Tetepisca Project, where Mr. Pearce will play a central role in assessing ore performance and designing the associated flowsheet. His involvement across both projects ensures a unified, evidence-based operational strategy rather than reliance on theoretical models.As Focus progresses toward permitting, construction, and commercialization, Mr. Pearce's mandate is expected to expand to include offtake partnership development, operational scaling, and overall production readiness, supporting the Company's plan to build a fully integrated mine-to-market graphite supply chain in Quebec."I have taken a graphite project from early exploration through construction and commercial production," said Richard Pearce. "Along the way, I have learned where the real challenges lie — in logistics, processing, scaling, commercialization, and the countless details that only emerge once you build and operate a mine. Those lessons are scarce and invaluable in the West, and I look forward to helping Focus Graphite move efficiently toward production."Hanisch added, "There is a big difference between theory and real-world performance. Richard will help us bridge that gap, ensuring that our demonstration facility and future mining operations are designed for practical, field-tested performance. His experience will be key to de-risking our path forward."As part of his engagement, Mr. Pearce has been granted 50,000 stock options, exercisable at C$0.60 per share for five (5) years under the Company's incentive stock option plan, subject to regulatory approval, and may also receive cash compensation for certain advisory services.Qualified Person The technical content disclosed in this news release was reviewed and approved by Richard Pearce, PE, President of Brasil Insight Capital LLC., a consultant to the Company, and a qualified person as defined under National Instrument NI-43-101.About Focus Graphite Advanced Materials Inc. Focus Graphite Advanced Materials is redefining the future of critical minerals with two 100% owned world-class graphite projects and cutting-edge battery technology. Our flagship Lac Knife project stands as one of the most advanced high-purity graphite deposits in North America, with a fully completed feasibility study. Lac Knife is set to become a key supplier for the battery, defence, and advanced materials industries.Our Lac Tetepisca project further strengthens our portfolio, with the potential to be one of the largest and highest-purity and grade graphite deposits in North America. At Focus, we go beyond mining — we are pioneering environmentally sustainable processing solutions and innovative battery technologies, including our patent-pending silicon-enhanced spheroidized graphite, designed to enhance battery performance and efficiency.Our commitment to innovation ensures a chemical-free, eco-friendly supply chain from mine to market. Collaboration is at the core of our vision. We actively partner with industry leaders, research institutions, and government agencies to accelerate the commercialization of next-generation graphite materials. As a North American company, we are dedicated to securing a resilient, locally sourced supply of critical minerals — reducing dependence on foreign-controlled markets and driving the transition to a sustainable future.For more information on Focus Graphite Inc. please visit http://www.focusgraphite.com.LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/focus-graphite/ X: https://x.com/focusgraphiteInvestors Contact: Dean Hanisch CEO, Focus Graphite Inc. dhanisch@focusgraphite.com +1 (613) 612-6060Jason LatkowcerVP Corporate Developmentjlatkowcer@focusgraphite.comCautionary Note Regarding Forward-Looking StatementsCertain statements contained in this press release constitute forward-looking information. These statements relate to future events or future performance. The use of any of the words "could," "intend," "expect," "believe," "will," "projected," "estimated," and similar expressions, as well as statements relating to matters that are not historical facts, are intended to identify forward-looking information and are based on the Company's current beliefs or assumptions as to the outcome and timing of such future events.In particular, this press release contains forward-looking information regarding, among other things, the anticipated benefits and outcomes of the Global Partnerships Initiative ("GPI") funding award from Natural Resources Canada ("NRCan"); the design, construction, and commissioning of the Company's proposed electro-thermal graphite purification demonstration plant; the expected contributions of Mr. Richard Pearce in his role as Strategic Advisor; and the advancement of the Company's Lac Knife and Lac Tetepisca projects through permitting, pilot testing, and potential future production. Forward-looking information also includes statements concerning the Company's expectations with respect to its ability to optimize ore processing and concentrate recovery, integrate upstream and downstream operations, establish offtake and commercialization partnerships, and position both projects as strategic contributors to Quebec's and North America's critical-minerals supply chains.Forward-looking statements are subject to known and unknown risks, uncertainties, and other factors that may cause actual results, performance, or achievements to differ materially from those expressed or implied by such statements. These risks and uncertainties include, but are not limited to, risks related to market conditions, regulatory approvals, changes in economic conditions, the ability to raise sufficient funds on acceptable terms or at all, operational risks associated with mineral exploration and development, and other risks detailed from time to time in the Company's public disclosure documents available under its profile on SEDAR+.The forward-looking information contained in this release is made as of the date hereof, and the Company is not obligated to update or revise any forward-looking information, whether as a result of new information, future events, or otherwise, except as required by applicable securities laws. Because of the risks, uncertainties, and assumptions contained herein, investors should not place undue reliance on forward-looking information.Neither TSX Venture Exchange nor its Regulation Services accepts responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this release.To view the source version of this press release, please visit https://www.newsfilecorp.com/release/275141 Copyright 2025 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com

Kingsoft Announces 2025 Third Quarter Results

FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS RMB’000 (Unaudited)6 Months Ended30 Sept 202530 Sept 202430 June 2025Revenue2,419,1772,914,7852,307,412- Office Software and Services1,521,2631,206,8151,355,653- Online Games and Others897,9141,707,970951,759Gross Profit1,943,9002,454,4441,853,628Operating Profit276,8271,144,118382,658Profit Attributable to Owners of the Parent213,057413,449532,440Basic Earnings per Share (RMB)0.150.310.39HONG KONG, Nov 19, 2025 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Kingsoft Corporation Limited (“Kingsoft” or the “Company”; Stock Code: 03888.HK), a leading software and internet services company in China, has announced its unaudited quarterly results for the three months ended September 30, 2025 (“period under review”).During the period under review, the revenue of Kingsoft reached RMB 2,419.2 million. Revenue from the office software and services business, and online games and others business represented 63% and 37% of total revenue, respectively. Gross profit amounted to RMB 1,943.9 million. Operating profit before share-based compensation costs was RMB356.9 million.Mr Jun LEI, Chairman of the Company, commented, “In the third quarter, the Group continued to focus on its core businesses and enhance its competitive edge. With ‘AI, Collaboration, and Internationalization’ as its strategic priorities, Kingsoft Office Group continued to deepen the application scenarios of AI and strengthen its brand and ecosystem development. The online games business advanced genre expansion and extended its global reach, marked by the global launch of its sci-fi mech game Mecha BREAK.”Mr Tao ZOU, Chief Executive Officer of the Company, added, “In the third quarter, the Group’s total revenue reached RMB 2,419.2 million. The office software and services business delivered solid growth, supported by robust momentum in WPS software business, rapid growth of WPS 365 business, and steady growth in the WPS individual business. For online games and others business, the new game was still being in its early development phase and gradually building its market influence."BUSINESS REVIEW Office Software and ServicesFor the third quarter of 2025, revenue from the office software and services business increased to RMB 1,521.3 million.The office software and services business has maintained its momentum of steady growth. For WPS individual business, the rollout and promotion of new AI-powered products, together with refined operations in both domestic and international markets, drove steady increases in WPS AI monthly active users, paying subscribers, and user value. For WPS 365 business, we continued enhancing our collaboration and AI product offerings, achieving significant progress in expanding customer base among private and local state-owned enterprises, and strengthening our product competitiveness and industry influence. The WPS software business saw accelerated progress in localization projects. Our AI-enabled products for government scenarios continued to iterate and deployed across government agencies, supporting the digital and intelligent transformation of localization customers.Online Games and OthersFor the third quarter of 2025, revenue from the online games and others business was RMB 897.9 million. Within the online games business, JX3 Online, flagship game, celebrated its 16th anniversary in August, and launched its annual expansion pack to introduce innovative gameplay in October. Anime game Snowbreak: Containment Zone maintained its core user base through long-term content updates and user operations. Sci-fi mech game Mecha BREAK continuously optimized its gameplay and operations after launching, to enhance the players' experience. Two international IP games - Goose Goose Duck and Angry Birds — are expected to launch in the coming quarters in China.Mr Jun LEI concluded, “Looking ahead, Kingsoft Office Group will stay committed to its strategy of 'AI, Collaboration, and Internationalization', meeting the scenario needs from individual users to enterprises through its core product portfolio. Online games business will focus on developing high-quality content and expanding global publishing, enhancing the long-term vitality of its classic franchises while driving the growth and sustainable development of new genres.”About Kingsoft Corporation LimitedKingsoft (3888.HK) is a leading Chinese software and internet service company listed on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange. It has three main subsidiaries: Kingsoft Office, Seasun Holdings and Kingsoft Shiyou. With the implementation of the “transformation toward mobile internet” strategy, Kingsoft has completed a comprehensive transformation in its overall business and management model. The Company has established a strategic layout with office software and interactive entertainment as its pillars, and cloud services and artificial intelligence as its new starting points. Kingsoft has nearly 9,000 employees worldwide and holds a significant market share domestically. For more details, please refer to http://www.kingsoft.com.Kingsoft Investor Relations:Li YinanTel: +86 10 6292 7777Email: ir@kingsoft.comFor further queries, please contact Hill and Knowlton:Ovina ZhuTel: +852 2894 6315Email: kingsofthk@hkstrategies.com Copyright 2025 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com

教皇利奥十四世强烈支持美国主教谴责特朗普政府的移民突袭:称其“极不尊重人”

(SeaPRwire) -   教皇周二强烈重申了美国主教团谴责特朗普政府移民突袭行动的声明,呼吁美国人倾听移民的心声,并人道、有尊严地对待他们。教皇被问及美国天主教主教会议上周在巴尔的摩举行的全体大会上通过的“特别声明”。主教们抨击了总统大规模驱逐出境议程和对移民的“妖魔化”,对移民突袭在社区中煽动的恐惧和焦虑,以及在拘留中心拒绝向移民提供牧灵关怀表示担忧。“当我们看到我们的人民中围绕身份识别和移民执法问题产生恐惧和焦虑气氛时,我们感到不安,”主教们的声明写道。“我们对当前辩论的状况和对移民的妖魔化感到悲伤。我们对拘留中心的条件和缺乏牧灵关怀感到担忧,”主教们的声明中写道,该声明还反对“不加区分地大规模驱逐人口”。首位美国教皇利奥表示,他赞赏美国主教团的声明,并鼓励天主教徒和所有善意的人倾听并有尊严地对待移民,即使他们是非法居留。“我认为我们必须寻找人道地对待人们、以他们应有的尊严对待人们的方式,”利奥告诉记者。“如果人们在美国非法居留,也有处理的方式。有法院,有司法系统。”教皇此前曾敦促地方主教就社会正义问题发声。天主教领袖一直在批评,因为对移民突袭的恐惧导致一些教区的弥撒出席人数锐减。联邦政府今年早些时候推翻了拜登政府禁止移民局特工在教堂、学校和医院等敏感区域进行突袭的指令。利奥承认美国移民系统存在问题,但他强调没有人主张美国开放边境,并且每个国家都可以选择谁可以入境以及如何入境。“但是,当人们过着美好的生活,其中许多人已经居住了10年、15年、20年,以一种至少可以说是极其不尊重的方式对待他们——而且不幸的是还发生了一些暴力事件——我认为主教们的说法非常明确,”他在离开罗马南部教皇别墅时告诉记者。“我只想邀请美国所有人都听取他们的意见,”利奥补充道。主教们的“特别声明”是自2013年以来,他们首次在会议上起草一份单一议题声明。本文由第三方内容提供商提供。SeaPRwire (https://www.seaprwire.com/)对此不作任何保证或陈述。 分类: 头条新闻,日常新闻 SeaPRwire为公司和机构提供全球新闻稿发布,覆盖超过6,500个媒体库、86,000名编辑和记者,以及350万以上终端桌面和手机App。SeaPRwire支持英、日、德、韩、法、俄、印尼、马来、越南、中文等多种语言新闻稿发布。

CM Energy’s Green Methanol Breaks Into EU Market With ISCC EU Certification

HONG KONG, Nov 19, 2025 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) – As part of the World Maritime Merchants Forum 2025, the Intelligent Ship Building Thematic Forum, hosted by China Merchants Industry Group(CMI) and organized by CM Energy Technology Co., Ltd. (00206.HK, CM Energy), commenced in Hong Kong on November 18. During the event, CM Energy officially launched its green methanol project and obtained the International Sustainability and Carbon Certification (ISCC EU) on the same day. This milestone marks the official entry of CM Energy’s green methanol into the EU market, laying a solid foundation for its global expansion.CM Energy’s green methanol achieves a more than 70% reduction in greenhouse gas emission intensity compared to conventional fossil-based methanol. The project’s first phase boasts an annual production capacity of 20,000 to 30,000 tons—enough to power two 24,000 TEU container ships for a full year—with deliveries scheduled to begin in December 2025. Following technological upgrades, annual output is expected to reach 60,000 tons.As the global shipping industry's transition toward low-carbon and net-zero emissions becomes a universal consensus, green methanol has emerged as a core option for shipping decarbonization. A representative in charge of CM Energy stated that the company has partnered with Shandong Energy Group to build a green methanol plant in Jining, Shandong. By retrofitting existing coal-to-methanol infrastructure and adopting a co-processing route that incorporates biomass, the project not only preserves existing production capacity but also significantly enhances GHG reduction performance—offering a viable solution to the high-cost transition challenge faced by traditional chemical plants.Currently, all links of the project, including raw material collection, biochar production, and green methanol synthesis, have successfully passed the rigorous ISCC certification, making it the world's first green methanol project to obtain full-process certification in accordance with ISCC Co-processing Version 2.0 Guidance. The certification not only opens up global market channels for domestic green methanol but also provides a replicable path for low-carbon transition of traditional chemical enterprises worldwide through an asset-light, high-compliance co-processing model.Wu Sichuan, Chairman of China Merchants Industry Group,  highlighted that green technology is one of the three strategic emerging sectors under the Group’s "Third Pioneering Endeavor" initiative. China Merchants Industry will serve as both a "manufacturing scenario implementation and equipment innovation platform," while CM Energy will take the lead in green energy equipment and supply. China Merchants Industry is committed to becoming a cost-leading, green technology-driven manufacturing enterprise driven by technological innovation, led by digital transformation, and based on lean management, contributing to the high-quality development of the shipbuilding industry and supporting the accelerated construction of a transportation power and a maritime power.Also during the event, Bureau Veritas, an internationally recognized certification body, awarded the ISCC EU certification certificate for green methanol to CM Energy. The certification ceremony was attended by distinguished guests including Zheng Nanfeng, Professor of Xiamen University and Director of Tan Kah Kee Innovation Laboratory; Alexander Döll, CEO of the Global Methanol Fuel Association; Nicolas Brown, Corporate Affairs Director of Bureau Veritas; Mei Xianzhi, General Manager of CMI; Li Hongyuan, Deputy General Manager of the Strategic Development Department (Science and Technology Innovation Department) of China Merchants Group; Mei Zhonghua, Deputy General Manager of China Merchants Industry and Chairman of CM Energy; and Zhang Zhen, Independent Director of CM Energy.As an important platform for China Merchants Group's green technology development, CM Energy is stepping up its layout in the green energy value chain—with a focus on hydrogen, methanol, and ammonia—in both equipment manufacturing and energy supply services. The company strives to become a leading integrated service provider for marine green energy and equipment in China. Moving forward, CM Energy will continue to collaborate with partners to expand green methanol production capacity, promote the development of a complete green methanol industrial chain —from feedstock to bunkering—advancing the widespread adoption of green methanol in the global market. Copyright 2025 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com