Japanese Prosecutors Decline to Indict Baseball Star Hideto Asamura in Illegal Gambling Probe

(AsiaGameHub) -   Prosecutors in Japan have announced they will not bring charges against Rakuten Eagles professional baseball player Hideto Asamura and two unidentified team staff members for using online casino platforms. Online casinos are prohibited in Japan, and accessing overseas sites from within the country constitutes a crime. On March 4, police referred 35-year-old infielder Asamura and the team officials to public prosecutors, as reported by Japanese media outlet Sponichi Annex. The three were alleged to have violated gambling laws by “using their smartphones to bet on overseas online casino websites.” However, on March 18, the Sendai District Public Prosecutor’s Office released a statement indicating it would not indict any of the trio. The office noted it had “considered various circumstances” but provided no further details on the matter. The Eagles—officially the Tohoku Rakuten Golden Eagles—are based in Sendai, Miyagi Prefecture. The Rakuten Eagles infielder Hideto Asamura in action in 2019. (Image: Jeffrey Hayes [CC BY 2.0]) Hideto Asamura: No Charges for Baseball Star The recent allegations were a poorly timed setback for the Nippon Professional Baseball Organization (NPB), whose new season kicks off Friday, March 27. Last season’s NPB campaign was overshadowed by a series of gambling-related scandals amid a police crackdown on online casino wagering. At least a dozen players and staff from several top NPB teams faced warnings and fines from police and lower courts. The NPB had hoped to move past the issue ahead of the 2026 season. Earlier this year, it held special gambling awareness sessions for rookie players and training for new umpires. Many players accused in such cases have claimed they were unaware that betting on online casino platforms was illegal in Japan. Teams say they now run their own online casino-focused educational sessions to ensure all staff and players understand the criminal nature of online gambling. Team Issues Apology A Rakuten Eagles representative apologized for the incident, stating, “We are deeply sorry for causing [the public] so much worry and inconvenience.” The official said the franchise would “strongly remind those involved of their responsibilities as members of the baseball community.” “As a team, we will strive to further improve our compliance awareness,” the spokesperson added. “We will continue to fully implement measures to prevent a recurrence.” Japanese baseball is not the only league grappling with gambling-related controversies ahead of the upcoming season. In neighboring South Korea, fans criticized three Lotte Giants players after they were found gambling at a betting den in Taiwan during a preseason training camp. Authorities have handed down lengthy suspensions to all three, meaning they will miss most of the 2026 season. The Korea Baseball Organization season begins March 28. 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.

Wellgistics Health Inc. Signs $105,000,000 Letter of Intent to Evaluate Potential Acquisition of Neuritek Therapeutics, Inc. which is Pioneering Innovative Therapies for Neurological and Psychiatric Disorders

TAMPA, FLA., Mar 23, 2026 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Wellgistics Health, Inc. ("Wellgistics" or the "Company") (NASDAQ:WGRX) today announced that it has entered into a non-exclusive, non-binding Letter of Intent ("LOI") to evaluate a potential acquisition of Neuritek Therapeutics, a neuroscience-focused research organization.The proposed all stock transaction, if completed, is intended to enhance Wellgistics' existing revenue-generating healthcare platform by expanding capabilities adjacent to its core technology-enabled pharmacy distribution and services business. Through its integrated ecosystem spanning prescription fulfillment, wholesale distribution, and AI-driven patient access solutions, Wellgistics connects manufacturers, providers, and a nationwide network of independent pharmacies. The Company believes that adding a research-focused organization could strengthen alignment between drug development and commercialization, enabling earlier engagement with pharmaceutical partners, improving pipeline visibility, and supporting incremental revenue opportunities while enhancing long-term shareholder value through a more integrated and differentiated platform.The transaction remains subject to the completion of due diligence, negotiation and execution of definitive agreements, approval by the boards of directors of the respective parties, and other customary closing conditions. There can be no assurance that a definitive agreement will be entered into or that the proposed transaction will be consummated on the terms currently contemplated, or at all. The LOI is non-binding and does not obligate either party to complete the proposed transaction. The scope, structure, and terms of any potential transaction remain under evaluation and may change materially as a result of ongoing diligence and negotiations.The Company is also actively evaluating additional strategic opportunities across the healthcare and life science sectors as part of its broader growth strategy. These opportunities may include acquisitions, partnerships, or other strategic transactions. There can be no assurance that any such initiatives will result in completed transactions.About Wellgistics Health, IncWellgistics Health is a rapidly scaling, technology-driven healthcare platform positioned at the center of pharmaceutical distribution and patient access. The Company has built an integrated, high-performance ecosystem spanning wholesale distribution, prescription fulfillment, and AI-powered access solutions, directly connecting pharmaceutical manufacturers, healthcare providers, and a nationwide network of independent pharmacies.By combining infrastructure, data, and intelligent automation, Wellgistics is executing on a capital-efficient model designed to capture significant share in large and fragmented healthcare markets. The Company is focused on expanding high-margin revenue streams, deepening strategic manufacturer relationships, and driving operating leverage across its platform. With a differentiated end-to-end offering and disciplined execution, Wellgistics is positioned to accelerate growth, enhance earnings visibility, and deliver outsized long-term value for shareholders.About Neuritek Therapeutics Inc.Neuritek Therapeutics Inc. has developed a next-generation bio-mechanism based treatment, treating the root cause of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). Neuritek's first to market treatment is an orally active inhibitor of fatty acid amide hydrolase type 1 (FAAH1), the enzyme responsible for metabolizing anandamide (AEA) and the first mechanisms-based treatment for PTSD. The company was founded by Doctor William Hapworth MD., a pioneer in clinical research and a practicing psychiatrist with over 30 years' experience.Learn more at www.neuritek.com or join the conversation at LinkedIn, neuritek-therapeutics-incForward-Looking StatementsThis press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 and other applicable federal securities laws. These forward-looking statements include, without limitation, statements regarding: the potential acquisition of Neuritek Therapeutics, Inc. ("Neuritek"), including the anticipated structure, valuation, timing, and likelihood of completion of any transaction; the preliminary and non-binding nature of the letter of intent; the potential strategic, operational, and financial benefits of any such transaction; the Company's ability to negotiate and enter into definitive agreements; the Company's ability to obtain any required financing; the integration of any acquired business; and the Company's broader growth strategy and future performance.Forward-looking statements may be identified by words such as "may," "could," "would," "should," "expect," "anticipate," "believe," "intend," "plan," "project," "estimate," "potential," "opportunity," "target," "forecast," "continue," "will," and similar expressions.These forward-looking statements are based on current expectations, assumptions, and estimates and are subject to significant risks and uncertainties, many of which are beyond the Company's control. Important factors that could cause actual results to differ materially include, but are not limited to: the risk that the parties do not enter into definitive agreements; the risk that the letter of intent is terminated or does not result in a completed transaction; uncertainties related to the preliminary nature of the proposed valuation and transaction terms, which may change materially; the risk that any required financing is not obtained on acceptable terms or at all; the risk that anticipated benefits of any transaction are not realized; risks associated with integrating a research-focused organization into the Company's existing business; risks related to the development, testing, regulatory approval, and commercialization of pharmaceutical or therapeutic products, including the possibility of unfavorable clinical results or delays; regulatory and compliance risks; and other risks and uncertainties described from time to time in the Company's filings with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission.Forward-looking statements speak only as of the date they are made, and undue reliance should not be placed on such statements. The Company undertakes no obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements, except as required by applicable law.Wellgistics Media & Investor ContactMedia: media@wellgisticshealth.comInvestor Relations: IR@wellgisticshealth.comSOURCE: Wellgistics Health, Inc. Copyright 2026 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com

Wellgistics Health Inc.签署1.05亿美元意向书,拟评估收购Neuritek Therapeutics, Inc.的可行性,后者致力于开发神经系统及精神疾病的创新疗法

佛罗里达州坦帕市, 2026年3月23日 - (亚太商讯 via SeaPRwire.com) - Wellgistics Health, Inc.(“Wellgistics”或“公司”)(纳斯达克代码:WGRX)今日宣布,已签署一份非独家、非约束性的意向书(“LOI”),旨在评估潜在收购专注于神经科学研究的机构Neuritek Therapeutics。若该拟议的全股票交易得以完成,旨在通过扩展其核心技术驱动的药品分销及服务业务周边能力,从而增强Wellgistics现有的创收医疗保健平台。通过其涵盖处方配药、批发分销及人工智能驱动的患者就医解决方案的集成生态系统,Wellgistics将制造商、医疗服务提供者以及遍布全国的独立药房网络紧密连接起来。公司认为,引入一家以研究为导向的机构,将有助于加强药物研发与商业化之间的协同,从而实现与制药合作伙伴的早期对接,提高产品管线透明度,并创造增量收入机会;同时,通过构建更集成、更具差异化的平台,提升长期股东价值。该交易仍需完成尽职调查、最终协议的谈判与签署、各方董事会批准以及满足其他惯常的交割条件。无法保证最终协议将得以签署,亦无法保证拟议交易将按当前设想的条款完成,甚至可能无法完成。该意向书不具约束力,且不强制任何一方完成拟议交易。任何潜在交易的范围、结构及条款仍在评估中,并可能因持续进行的尽职调查和谈判而发生重大变化。作为更广泛增长战略的一部分,本公司亦正在积极评估医疗保健及生命科学领域的其他战略机遇。这些机遇可能包括收购、合作或其他战略交易。无法保证此类举措将最终促成交易。关于 Wellgistics Health, IncWellgistics Health 是一家快速扩张、技术驱动的医疗保健平台,立足于药品分销与患者获取服务的核心位置。公司已构建了一个涵盖批发分销、处方配药及人工智能驱动的获取解决方案的集成化、高性能生态系统,直接连接制药商、医疗服务提供商以及覆盖全美的独立药房网络。通过整合基础设施、数据和智能自动化,Wellgistics正实施一种资本高效的运营模式,旨在在庞大且分散的医疗保健市场中占据显著份额。公司致力于拓展高利润率收入来源、深化与制造商的战略合作关系,并在整个平台推动运营杠杆效应。凭借差异化的端到端服务和严谨的执行力,Wellgistics 已做好准备加速增长、提升盈利可见度,并为股东创造超额的长期价值。关于 Neuritek Therapeutics Inc.Neuritek Therapeutics Inc. 开发了一种基于生物机制的下一代疗法,旨在治疗创伤后应激障碍(PTSD)的根本原因。Neuritek 率先上市的疗法是一种口服活性脂肪酸酰胺水解酶 1 型(FAAH1)抑制剂,该酶负责代谢内源性大麻素(AEA),这是首个基于机制的 PTSD 治疗方案。 该公司由威廉·哈普沃斯(William Hapworth)医学博士创立,他不仅是临床研究领域的先驱,还是一位拥有30多年临床经验的执业精神科医生。了解更多信息请访问 www.neuritek.com ,或在 LinkedIn 关注 neuritek-therapeutics-inc 参与讨论前瞻性陈述本新闻稿包含《1995年私人证券诉讼改革法案》及其他适用联邦证券法所界定的前瞻性陈述。这些前瞻性陈述包括但不限于以下内容:关于潜在收购Neuritek Therapeutics, Inc.(“Neuritek”)的陈述,包括任何交易的预期结构、估值、时间安排及完成可能性;意向书的初步性和非约束性;此类交易可能带来的战略、运营及财务效益; 本公司协商并签订最终协议的能力;本公司获取任何必要融资的能力;任何被收购业务的整合;以及本公司的整体增长战略和未来业绩。前瞻性陈述可通过“可能”、“可能”、“将会”、“应该”、“预期”、“预计”、“相信”、“打算”、“计划”、“预测”、“估计”、“潜在” “机会”、“目标”、“预测”、“继续”、“将”以及类似表述。这些前瞻性陈述基于当前的预期、假设和估计,并受重大风险和不确定性的影响,其中许多因素超出本公司的控制范围。可能导致实际结果与预期存在重大差异的重要因素包括但不限于:各方未能签订最终协议的风险;意向书被终止或未能促成交易完成的风险;拟议估值及交易条款仅为初步性质且可能发生重大变化的不确定性;未能以可接受的条款获得所需融资或根本无法获得融资的风险; 任何交易预期收益未能实现的风险;将以研发为主的组织整合至本公司现有业务的相关风险;药品或治疗产品的开发、测试、监管审批及商业化相关风险,包括临床结果不佳或出现延误的可能性;监管及合规风险;以及本公司不时向美国证券交易委员会提交的文件中所述的其他风险和不确定性。前瞻性陈述仅反映其作出之日的观点,不应过度依赖此类陈述。除适用法律要求外,本公司不承担更新或修订任何前瞻性陈述的义务。Wellgistics 媒体与投资者联系方式媒体:media@wellgisticshealth.com  投资者关系: IR@wellgisticshealth.com 来源:Wellgistics Health, Inc. Copyright 2026 亚太商讯 via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com

Essex Bio-Technology Reports Robust Results for FY2025, Turnover Soars 8.6% to HK$1814 million, Net Profit up 3.5% to HK$ 318.1 million, Total Dividend Increases by 16.7% to HK14 Cents per Share

Key Results Highlights:- Revenue Growth: 8.6% increase to approximately HK$1,813.8 million- Net Profit Increase: 3.5% rise to HK$318.1 million, driven by operational efficiency- Final Dividend: Proposed final dividend of HK7.0 cents per share, bringing total dividend for 2025 to HK14.0 cents per share, a 16.7% surge from HK12.0 cents in 2024- Net Cash & Cash Equivalents: HK$782.7 million (HK$557.2 million as at 31st December 2024)Regulatory Milestones:- NMPA Approval: Multi-dose Diquafosol Sodium Eye Drops approved in July 2025; multi-dose Sodium Hyaluronate Eye Drops approved in January 2026 for registration and commercialisation in the PRC- BLA Acceptance: Bevacizumab ophthalmic injection BLA accepted by NMPA in August 2025, marking a crucial regulatory milestoneBusiness Developments:- Exclusive Distribution (Seefunge): Exclusive distribution of Seefunge's Emedastine Difumarate and Oxybuprocaine Hydrochloride Eye Drops in the PRC- Exclusive Distribution (Osteopore): Exclusive distribution of Osteopore’s innovative dental, orthodontic and maxillofacial products in the PRC, Hong Kong and Macau.- Collaboration with Airdoc: Joint operation of Artificial Intelligence-based retinal businesses in the PRC- Strategic Collaboration with Kenvue: Promotion and marketing of Kenvue's consumer health products (Rhinocort(R), Motrin(R), Tylenol(R)) in the PRC.- International Innovation Accelerator: Signed MOU with Suzhou Industrial Park to launch cross-border life sciences accelerator.- First Overseas Market Entry: Beifushu(R) introduced to Singapore via Special Access Route at Singapore National Eye Centre.Intellectual Property and Market Presence:- Robust IP Portfolio: 121 patent certificates or authorisation letters, comprising 91 invention patents, 15 utility model patents and 15 design patents.- Extensive Distribution Network: Products available in over 14,600 hospitals and medical providers, and approximately 2,600 pharmaceutical stores across the PRCAwards and Recognition:- 2025 Top 500 Manufacturing Companies in Guangdong Province: Recognises industrial scale and comprehensive competitiveness- National Manufacturing Champion Enterprise: Affirms leading position in specialized biopharmaceutical segment- 2025 "Golden Kunpeng" China Financial Value Ranking – Most Valuable Listed Company for Investment: Highlights capital market recognition of growth potential- Participation at Asia-Pacific Academy of Ophthalmology Congress 2026: Showcasing key ophthalmology products and pipeline assets, strengthening engagement with regional eye care professionals and institutions.HONG KONG, Mar 23, 2026 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Essex Bio-Technology Limited (“Essex” and its subsidiary the “Group”, Stock Code: 1061.HK), a leading biologic Group that develops, manufactures and commercialises genetically engineered therapeutic recombinant bovine basic fibroblast growth factor (“rb-bFGF”), today announced robust annual results for the year ended 31st December 2025, with revenue up 8.6% to HK$ 1,813.8 million and net profit up 3.5% YoY to HK$318.1 million. The Group achieved multiple regulatory milestones and expanded its product portfolio through strategic collaborations, and Beifushu’s landmark entry into Singapore. These achievements underscore Essex's commitment to innovation and operational excellence, driving sustained revenue and profit growth.Diversified Growth Fueled by Flagship BiologicsThe Group achieved a consolidated turnover of approximately HK$1,813.8 million, with an increase of 8.6% as compared to approximately HK$1,669.8 million in 2024. Correspondingly, the Group’s profit increased by 3.5% to approximately HK$318.1 million as compared to approximately HK$307.2 million in 2024.The Beifushu(R) series and Beifuji(R) series, the Group’s flagship products drove growth, contributing 83.5% of turnover.The ophthalmology segment (“Ophthalmology”) recorded a turnover of HK$835.0 million, grew 8.2% year-on-year, led by Beifushu(R) unit-dose eye drops and supported by its preservative free design and expanding application scenarios, which cover multiple areas such as dry eye treatment and post-operative recovery, and contributions from Beifushu(R) eye gel, (Iodized Lecithin Capsules) and a range of unit-dose eye drops (Tobramycin, Levofloxacin, Sodium Hyaluronate, Moxifloxacin Hydrochloride and Diquafosol Sodium Eye Drops).The surgical segment (“Surgical”) turnover rose 1.8% year-on-year to HK$895.9 million, leveraging Beifuji’s broad clinical applications across multiple medical departments and strong market presence. It is also supported by numerous clinical guidelines and expert consensus, thereby laying a solid foundation for future indication expansion and sustained growth. In addition, Group Carisolv(R) dental caries removal gel, PELNACTM collagen-based artificial dermis and SCALGENTM double-layered artificial dermis had further strengthened and contributed to the Surgical business.Notably, Healthcare and Partner Services delivered a total turnover of approximately HK$82.9 million for the year ended 31st December 2025, representing a significant increase of 350% as compared to 2024. The growth was primarily driven by Dr. YaDian oral care products, online and offline healthcare services and CMO/CDMO services.Strengthening Financial Position and Shareholder ReturnsThe Group maintains a healthy financial position, with cash and cash equivalents of approximately HK$782.7 million as of 31st December 2025. Bank borrowings stand at HK$325.6 million, with a manageable repayment schedule over 5 years period. The Group’s gearing ratio is at 30.9% (2024: 28.8%), indicating disciplined financial management and ample liquidity.The Board is pleased to propose a final dividend of HK7.0 cents per ordinary share. Together with the interim dividend of HK7.0 cents per ordinary share, the total dividend for 2025 reaches HK14.0 cents, representing a notable year-on-year increase of 16.7% from HK12.0 cents in 2024, demonstrating the Group’s ongoing commitment to delivering greater returns to its shareholders.Broad Portfolio and Robust Pipeline Fuel Sustained GrowthThe Group’s business comprises three core segments: Ophthalmology, Surgical (wound care and healing) and Healthcare and Partner Services segment, with the Group’s six (6) flagship commercialised biologics, collectively referred to as the “bFGF Series”, which are marketed and sold in the PRC. Three of the bFGF Series were approved by NMPA as Category I drugs, and five are listed on the National Drug List for Basic Medical Insurance, Work-Related Injury Insurance and Maternity Insurance in the PRC.In addition, the Group offers a portfolio of commercialised preservative-free unit-dose eye drops, including Tobramycin, Levofloxacin, Sodium Hyaluronate, Moxifloxacin Hydrochloride and Diquafosol Sodium Eye Drops. The Group further expanded its ophthalmology franchise by obtaining NMPA approvals for the registration and commercialisation of multi-dose Diquafosol Sodium Eye Drops in July 2025 and multi-dose Sodium Hyaluronate Eye Drops in January 2026. The new launches target the PRC’s growing dry eye treatment market, complementing the Group’s Beifushu(R) ophthalmic repair series.As for the Surgical segment, the Group’s Carisolv(R) dental caries removal gel, Portable Ultraviolet Phototherapy Devices, PELNACTM collagen-based artificial dermis, SCALGENTM double-layered artificial dermis and Osteopore’s bioresorbable implants (Osteomesh(R) and Osteoplug(R)), are complementing the Group’s Beifuji(R) wound healing series.Strategic R&D Investment to Capture Emerging Market OpportunitiesThe Group is committed to pragmatically investing in new products and technologies to strengthen its product and R&D pipeline, with a mission to develop groundbreaking therapeutics that address unmet clinical and commercial needs. In 2025, total R&D expenditures were approximately HK$177.2 million, representing 9.8% of the turnover, of which approximately HK$139.3 million were capitalised.During the year, the Group’s Medical Scar Repair Gel obtained NMPA registration approval as a Class II medical device, expanding the Group’s footprint in the fast-growing high-end wound care and medical aesthetics markets, unlocking new growth drivers for long-term success.The global phase 3 clinical project of bevacizumab ophthalmic injection (EB12-20145P) has successfully completed patient enrolment across the PRC, Australia, European Union countries and the United States, with the last patient last visit was completed. A Biologics License Application (BLA) was accepted by NMPA in the PRC in August 2025.To amplify the Group’s presence in the Asia ophthalmic community and accelerate the market launch of new products, the Group participated in the 2026 Asia-Pacific Academy of Ophthalmology (APAO) Congress. The event provided a premium platform to showcase ophthalmic solutions, engage with regional clinical experts and partners, and build momentum for the rollout of its innovative ophthalmic products, reinforcing its global brand influence.The Group holds a total of 121 patent certificates or authorisation letters, comprising 91 invention patents, 15 utility model patents and 15 design patents.The Group currently has multiple R&D sites located in Zhuhai (PRC), Boston (United States), London (United Kingdom) and Singapore. These sites support the Group’s efforts to develop new therapeutics and recruit global talent.To date, the Group has 18 R&D programmes ranging from pre-clinical to clinical stages, with several ophthalmology programs currently in the clinical stage, specifically Bevacizumab intravitreal injection, SkQ1 eye drops and Cyclosporine eye dropsBroadening Commercial Reach Through Market Expansion and PartnershipsAs of 31st December 2025, the Group maintains an extensive network of 47 regional sales offices in the PRC and a strategic base in Singapore to facilitate market access into Southeast Asian countries. With a vast distribution network, the Group’s products are prescribed in more than 14,600 hospitals and medical providers, coupled with approximately 2,600 pharmaceutical stores, covering major cities throughout the PRC.During the year under review, the Group achieved multiple landmark breakthroughs in the PRC and overseas market expansion, unlocking new multi-dimensional growth momentum. In the overseas market, the Group’s flagship product Beifushu(R) was successfully introduced to Singapore via the Special Access Route at the Singapore National Eye Centre, marking the product’s first commercial launch beyond the PRC, and establishing a solid foothold to support the Group’s future expansion into Southeast Asia and global markets.In the PRC market, the Group entered into two landmark strategic partnerships during the year: a collaboration with global consumer health leader Kenvue, under which the Group will leverage its extensive nationwide commercial network in the PRC to carry out promotion, medical education and marketing for Kenvue’s selected consumer health products including Rhinocort(R) (Budesonide Nasal Spray), Motrin(R) (Ibuprofen Suspension/Drops), and Tylenol(R) (Paracetamol Drops/Suspension); and an exclusive distribution agreement for Osteopore’s innovative dental, orthodontic and maxillofacial products in the PRC, Hong Kong and Macau, marking a strategic entry into the high-potential stomatology market. The partnerships broaden the Group’s healthcare business footprint, delivering strong synergies with its existing ophthalmology and regenerative medicine lines.To drive sustainable growth and expansion for its current and future products, the Group has been investing relentlessly in enhancing its competitiveness and broadening its reach by expanding the clinical indications for its commercialised products, increasing patient access in lower-tier cities across the PRC, developing complementary sales channels, and nurturing the healthtech e-platform to enhance patient access.The Group’s second factory at Zhuhai Hi-Tech Industrial Park, with a gross floor area of about 58,000 square meters for R&D, manufacturing, office and dormitory, is expected to complete in the period of 2026 -2027.Mr. Patrick Ngiam, Chairman of Essex, said “2025 was a standout year with Beifushu’s landmark entry into Singapore, driving robust growth through flagship products, innovation-focused R&D, and strategic partnerships. Essex remains committed to addressing unmet needs and driving long-term growth.We will proactively and systematically recalibrate operating and distribution costs to mitigate the negative impact on FY26 profit from the increase of VAT from 3% to 13% without disrupting our focus on Group development plans.”About EssexBio (1061.HK)EssexBio is a bio-pharmaceutical company that develops, manufactures, and commercialises genetically engineered therapeutic b-bFGF, with six commercialised biologics currently marketed in China. Additionally, the Company has a diverse portfolio of commercialised preservative-free unit-dose eye drops, Shilishun (Iodized Lecithin Capsules) and others, which are principally prescribed for wound healing and diseases in Ophthalmology and Dermatology. These products are marketed and sold through approximately 14,600 hospitals, supported by the Company’s 47 regional offices in China. Leveraging its in-house R&D platform in growth factor and antibody technology, EssexBio maintains a robust pipeline of projects in various clinical stages, covering a wide range of fields and indications. Copyright 2026 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com

GMG Launches European Sales Team; G(R) Lubricant Patent Accepted for Europe

Brisbane, Australia--(ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com - March 23, 2026) - Graphene Manufacturing Group Ltd (TSXV: GMG) (OTCQX: GMGMF) ("GMG" or the "Company") is pleased to announce that the Company has officially launched its European sales activity. During the week of March 9th, GMG held a kick off training workshop in London where it brought together its new team members from various locations in Europe and UK for technical product and sales training.The GMG European Sales team numbers more than 10 professional sales executives based in Europe and UK who focus on lead generation, inside sales and executive sales business development for GMG's G® Lubricant and THERMAL-XR® products.Figure 1: Members of the GMG European Sales TeamTo view an enhanced version of this graphic, please visit:https://images.newsfilecorp.com/files/8082/289529_gmg_figure1.jpgSeparately, the Company is also pleased to announce that it has been informed that the G® Lubricant patent in Europe has been accepted to be granted for a period of 20 years.Craig Nicol, CEO & Managing Director of the Company, commented "Building a sales force in key areas of the world is one of GMG's key activities it is focused on right now and to get the European team set up and running so fast has been a great achievement."Jack Perkowski, Chairman and Non-Executive Director of the Company, commented: "I congratulate the Company on building the European Sales team and look forward to hearing of future success."About GMG:GMG is an Australian based clean-technology company which develops, makes and sells energy saving and energy storage solutions, enabled by graphene manufactured via in house production process. GMG uses its own proprietary production process to decompose natural gas (i.e. methane) into its natural elements, carbon (as graphene), hydrogen and some residual hydrocarbon gases. This process produces high quality, low cost, scalable, 'tuneable' and low/no contaminant graphene suitable for use in clean-technology and other applications.The Company's present focus is to de-risk and develop commercial scale-up capabilities, and secure market applications. In the energy savings segment, GMG has initially focused on graphene enhanced heating, ventilation and air conditioning ("HVAC-R") coating (or energy-saving coating) which is now being marketed into other applications including electronic heat sinks, industrial process plants and data centres. Another product GMG has developed is the graphene lubricant additive focused on saving liquid fuels initially for diesel engines.In the energy storage segment, GMG and the University of Queensland are working collaboratively with financial support from the Australian Government to progress R&D and commercialization of graphene aluminium-ion batteries ("G+AI Batteries"). GMG has also developed a graphene additive slurry that is aimed at improving the performance of lithium-ion batteries.GMG's 4 critical business objectives are:Produce Graphene and improve/scale cell production processesBuild Revenue from Energy Savings ProductsDevelop Next-Generation BatteryDevelop Supply Chain, Partners & Project Execution CapabilityFor further information please contact:Craig Nicol, Chief Executive Officer & Managing Director of the Company at craig.nicol@graphenemg.com, +61 415 445 223Leo Karabelas at Focus Communications Investor Relations, leo@fcir.ca, +1 647 689 6041Neither the TSX Venture Exchange nor its Regulation Services Provider (as that term is defined in the policies of the TSX Venture Exchange) accept responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this news release.Cautionary Note Regarding Forward-Looking StatementsThis news release includes certain statements and information that may constitute forward-looking information within the meaning of applicable Canadian and U.S. securities laws. Forward-looking statements relate to future events or future performance and reflect the expectations or beliefs of management of the Company regarding future events. Generally, forward-looking statements and information can be identified by the use of forward-looking terminology such as "intends", "believes" "expects" or "anticipates", or variations of such words and phrases or statements that certain actions, events or results "may", "could", "should", "would" or will "potentially" or "likely" occur. This information and these statements, referred to herein as "forward‐looking statements", are not historical facts, are made as of the date of this news release and include without limitation, the size, term and success of GMG's European sales team and the eventual granting of and successful enforceability of the Company's G® Lubricant patent.Such forward-looking statements are based on a number of assumptions of management, including the European sales team will perform and the Company's G® Lubricant patent will be patented successfully. Additionally, forward-looking information involves a variety of known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors which may cause the actual plans, intentions, activities, results, performance or achievements of GMG to be materially different from any future plans, intentions, activities, results, performance or achievements expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements. Such risks include, without limitation that the GMG European Sales team does not successfully drive sales for the Company and the Company's G® Lubricant patent is not patented and the risk factors set out under the heading "Risk Factors" in the Company's annual information form dated November 4, 2025 available for review on the Company's profile at www.sedarplus.ca.Although management of the Company has attempted to identify important factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those contained in forward-looking statements or forward-looking information, there may be other factors that cause results not to be as anticipated, estimated or intended. There can be no assurance that such statements will prove to be accurate, as actual results and future events could differ materially from those anticipated in such statements. Accordingly, readers should not place undue reliance on forward-looking statements and forward-looking information. Readers are cautioned that reliance on such information may not be appropriate for other purposes. The Company does not undertake to update any forward-looking statement, forward-looking information or financial out-look that are incorporated by reference herein, except in accordance with applicable securities laws.To view the source version of this press release, please visit https://www.newsfilecorp.com/release/289529 Copyright 2026 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com

亿胜生物科技2025全年业绩稳健 收入升8.6%至18.14亿港元 净利润升3.5%至3.18亿港元 全年股息增加16.7%至每股14港仙

关键业绩摘要:- 收入增长:收入同比增长8.6%至约18.14亿港元- 净利润提升:得益于运营效率,净利润增长3.5%至3.18亿港元- 末期股息:拟派末期股息每股0.07港元,2025年全年股息达每股0.14港元,较2024年全年股息的每股0.12港元大幅增加16.7%- 现金及现金等价物:7.83亿港元(2024年12月31日:5.57亿港元)研发里程碑:- NMPA批准:多剂量地夸磷索钠滴眼液于2025年7月获批;多剂量玻璃酸钠滴眼液于2026年1月获批在中国注册和商业化。- BLA受理:贝伐珠单抗眼内注射液的生物制品许可申请(BLA)于2025年8月获NMPA受理,标志着重要的监管里程碑。商业发展:- 独家代理(视方极):获得浙江视方极富马酸依美斯汀滴眼液、盐酸奥布卡因滴眼液的独家代理权。- 独家代理(Osteopore):获得Osteopore创新的牙科、正畸及颌面产品在中国内地、香港及澳门的独家代理权。- 与鹰瞳科技合作:在中国实现眼底AI业务的联合运营。- 与科赴战略合作:在中国推广及营销科赴的消费者健康产品(雷诺考特(R)、美林(R)、泰诺林(R))。- 国际创新加速器:与苏州工业园区签订战略合作谅解备忘录,推出国际创新加速器。- 首个海外市场准入:贝复舒(R)通过特别采用程序成功引入新加坡国家眼科中心。知识产权与市场布局:- 强大的知识产权组合:持有合共121份专利证书或授权书,包括91项发明专利、15项实用新型专利及15项外观专利。- 广泛的销售网络:产品覆盖中国内地超14,600家医院和医疗机构以及约2,600家药房。奖项与荣誉:- 2025年广东省制造业企业500强:表彰产业规模及综合竞争力- 国家级制造业单项冠军企业:确认在专业生物制药领域的领先地位- 2025"金鲲鹏"中国财经价值榜-最具投资价值上市公司:突显资本市场对增长潜力的认可- 参与2026年亚太眼科学会大会:展示主要眼科产品及在研管线,加强与区域眼科专业人士及机构的联系。香港, 2026年3月23日 - (亚太商讯 via SeaPRwire.com) - 亿胜生物科技有限公司("亿胜生物"及其附属公司"集团";股份代号:1061.HK),一家领先的生物制药企业,专注于研发、生产和销售基因工程药物重组牛碱性成纤维细胞生长因子("rb-bFGF"),今日公布截至2025年12月31日止的强劲年度业绩。集团收入同比增长8.6%至18.14亿港元,利润同比增长3.5%至3.18亿港元。年内,亿胜生物达成了多项监管里程碑,并通过战略合作扩大了产品组合,同时成功将贝复舒(R)引入新加坡。这些成就彰显了亿胜对创新和卓越运营的承诺,持续推动收入和利润的增长势头。旗舰生物药推动多元化增长集团实现综合营业额约18.14亿港元,较2024年的约16.70亿港元增长8.6%。相应地,集团溢利较2024年的约3.07亿港元增长3.5%至约3.18亿港元。集团的旗舰产品贝复舒(R)系列及贝复济(R)系列持续带动增长,占总营业额的83.5%。眼科分部录得营业额8.35亿港元,同比大幅增长8.2%。其中,单剂量贝复舒(R)滴眼液凭借无防腐剂设计及应用场景的持续拓展(覆盖干眼症治疗及术后修复等多元领域)实现强劲销售增长,贝复舒(R)眼用凝胶、适丽顺(R)(卵磷脂络合碘胶囊)和一系列不含防腐剂单剂量滴眼液(包括妥布霉素、左氧氟沙星、玻璃酸钠、盐酸莫西沙星及地夸磷索钠滴眼液)亦作出持续贡献。外科分部实现营业额8.96亿港元,增长1.8%,主要受惠于贝复济(R)系列产品在多个临床科室的广泛应用及其稳固的市场地位。同时,贝复济(R)系列产品已获多项临床指南及专家共识支持,为未来适应症拓展及持续增长奠定基础。此外,集团的Carisolv(R)龋齿凝胶、皮耐克可吸收性敷料、适可健双层人工真皮修复材料等产品进一步增强并促进了外科业务的发展。值得注意的是,医疗保健及伙伴服务于截至2025年12月31日止年度录得总营业额约8,290万港元,较2024年大幅增长350%。增长主要来源于伢典医生口腔护理产品、线上及线下医疗保健服务及CMO/CDMO服务等。稳健的财务基础和股东回报集团维持稳健的财务状况。截至2025年12月31日,集团录得现金及现金等价物约7.83亿港元。银行借贷为3.26亿港元,将在未来五年内按计划偿还。集团的资产负债比率为30.9%(2024年:28.8%),反映出集团具备严谨的财务管理能力和充足的流动性。董事会欣然建议派发末期股息每股普通股0.07港元。连同中期股息每股普通股0.07港元,2025年全年股息达到0.14港元,较2024年全年股息的0.12港元同比显著增长16.7%,以彰显集团致力于为股东创造价值的承诺。广泛的产品组合及强大的研发管线支持持续增长集团业务由三个核心分部组成:眼科、外科(创伤护理及修复)以及医疗保健及伙伴服务分部。集团拥有六种于中国市场销售的商业化生物制剂,统称"bFGF系列"。其中三种bFGF系列为国家药品监督管理局("NMPA")批准的国家一类新药,五种被列入中国国家基本医疗保险、工伤保险和生育保险药品目录。此外,集团提供一系列商业化的不含防腐剂单剂量滴眼液,包括妥布霉素、左氧氟沙星、玻璃酸钠、盐酸莫西沙星及地夸磷索钠滴眼液。集团进一步拓展其眼科产品组合,分别于2025年7月及2026年1月获得NMPA批准多剂量地夸磷索钠滴眼液及多剂量玻璃酸钠滴眼液在中国注册和商业化。新获批产品聚焦于中国不断增长的干眼治疗市场,以补充集团的贝复舒(R)眼表修复系列产品。外科方面,集团的Carisolv(R)龋齿凝胶及伢典医生口腔护理产品,以及一系列产品及医疗器械(包括紫外线光疗仪、皮耐克可吸收性敷料、Osteopore用于牙科手术的生物可吸收植入物(Osteomesh(R)及Osteoplug(R))及其他用于近视防控的医疗器械),共同补充了集团的贝复济(R)创伤修复系列产品。战略性研发投资以把握新兴市场机遇集团致力于务实地投资新产品及技术,以强化其产品及研发管线,使命是开发解决未满足的临床及商业需求的突破性的疗法。2025年,研发总支出约为1.77亿港元,占营业额的9.8%,其中约1.39亿港元已资本化。年内,集团医用疤痕修复凝胶获批NMPA二类医疗器械注册证,将集团业务拓展至快速增长的高端伤口护理及医疗美容市场,解锁新增长动力以推动长期发展。贝伐珠单抗眼内注射液(EB12-20145P)的全球三期临床项目已成功完成了在中国、澳大利亚、欧盟国家及美国的患者入组,最后一名患者已完成最后一次访视。其生物制品许可申请(BLA)已于2025年8月获中国NMPA受理。为提升集团在亚洲眼科领域的影响力,并加速新产品的市场推出,集团参与了2026年亚太眼科学会(APAO)大会。该会议提供了一个绝佳平台,用以展示眼科解决方案、与区域临床专家和合作伙伴交流,并为集团创新眼科产品的推出积聚动能,从而提升全球品牌影响力。集团持有121份专利证书或授权书,包括91项发明专利、15项实用新型专利及15项外观专利。集团目前于珠海(中国)、波士顿(美国)、伦敦(英国)及新加坡设立多个研发基地。这些基地为集团开发新疗法和招募全球人才提供支援。截至目前,集团共有18项研发计划处于临床前至临床阶段,其中数项眼科项目处于临床阶段,具体包括贝伐珠单抗眼内注射液、SkQ1滴眼液及环孢素滴眼液。透过市场扩张与合作拓宽商业覆盖截至2025年12月31日,集团于中国设有47间地区销售办事处,并于新加坡设有战略基地,以促进其产品进入东南亚市场。凭借庞大的分销网络,集团的治疗产品在中国各地的逾14,600家医院及医疗机构以及约2,600家药房开具处方,覆盖了中国各地的主要城市。回顾年内,集团在国内外市场扩张方面取得了多项里程碑式的突破,解锁了多维度的新增长动力。在海外市场,集团的旗舰产品贝复舒(R)通过特别采用程序成功引入新加坡国家眼科中心,标志着该产品首次进入中国以外地区,为集团未来进军东南亚及全球市场奠定了坚实基础。在国内,集团年内达成了两项具里程碑意义的战略合作:与全球消费者健康领导企业科赴合作,利用集团在中国广泛的全国性商业网络,对科赴精选的消费者健康产品(包括雷诺考特(R)、美林(R)及泰诺林(R))进行推广、学术教育及营销;以及与Osteopore签订独家分销协议,在中国内地、香港及澳门分销其创新的牙科、正畸及颌面产品,标志着集团战略性进军高潜力的口腔科市场。这些合作拓宽了集团医疗保健业务的版图,并与其现有的眼科及再生医学业务产生强大的协同效应。为推动现有及未来产品的可持续增长和扩张,集团一直不懈地进行投资,通过扩大其商业化产品的临床适应症、增加中国较低线城市的患者可及性、开发补充销售渠道,以及培育医疗科技电子平台以增强患者可及性,来提高其竞争力并拓宽覆盖范围。集团位于珠海高新区科技创新海岸的第二间工厂,建筑面积约58,000平方米,用作研发、生产、办公及宿舍,预计将于2026或2027年间完工。亿胜生物主席严名炽先生表示:"2025年对亿胜来说是具有里程碑意义的一年,贝复舒(R)成功引入新加坡,集团亦依托其核心产品、创新研发及战略合作,实现稳健增长。未来,亿胜将继续致力于满足未被满足的临床需求,推动集团长期发展。我们将主动、系统性地优化运营及销售成本,以缓解增值税由3%上调至13%对2026财年利润带来的不利影响,同时保证集团发展规划的稳步推进。"关于亿胜生物(股票代码﹕1061.hk)亿胜生物是一间专注于研发、生产和销售基因工程药物b-bFGF的生物制药企业,拥有包括贝复舒(R)、贝复济(R)、贝复新(R)在内的六种基因工程药物在中国上市销售。此外,公司还拥有包含一系列不含防腐剂单剂量滴眼液和适丽顺(R)卵磷脂络合碘胶囊等的多元化产品组合,主要应用于眼科及皮肤科处方药领域的创伤修复及疾病治疗。这些产品在公司于中国的47个区域办事处的支持下,在逾14,600家医院进行营销和销售。依托自身在生长因子和抗体技术领域的研发平台,亿胜生物在多个临床阶段拥有强大的项目管线,涵盖广泛的领域和适应症。网址: http://www.essexbio.com Copyright 2026 亚太商讯 via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com

云顶新耀达成艾曲帕米鼻喷雾剂资产收购协议 强化心血管领域产品布局

香港, 2026年3月23日 - (亚太商讯 via SeaPRwire.com) - 云顶新耀宣布与箕星药业香港有限公司(以下简称"箕星药业")达成资产收购协议 (The Asset Purchase Agreement),获得艾曲帕米(Etripamil)鼻喷雾剂(拟定中文商品名:星必妥(R))在大中华区的开发、商业化及产品地产化权益。此次合作是公司深化心血管领域战略布局的重要举措,进一步丰富了公司的产品管线、增强协同效应,持续巩固公司在心血管疾病领域的发展。根据协议,云顶新耀将向箕星药业支付3000万美元(相当于约人民币206,937,000元)首付款,以及最高不超过2000万美元(相当于约人民币137,958,000元)的开发里程碑付款。作为本协议的一部分,云顶新耀将获得箕星药业于2021年5月签订的许可协议及相关附属协议项下的权利、权益、主张、职责、义务及责任(不包括双方约定的部分除外责任)。艾曲帕米鼻喷雾剂是一款新型、速效的钙离子通道阻滞剂,采用便携式鼻喷雾剂给药,起效迅速且耐受性良好,可居家自行使用,可及性高。该药物于2025年12月获得美国食品药品监督管理局(FDA)批准(美国商品名:CARDAMYSTTM),成为30多年来首款且唯一获批用于成人阵发性室上性心动过速(PSVT)急性症状性发作的疗法,开拓了PSVT治疗新场景。患者可在无医疗监督的环境(如居家)自行给药,实现对病情的主动掌控,使疾病管理从依赖急诊干预转向更加主动的院外管理。此外,艾曲帕米鼻喷雾剂正开发用于伴有快速心室率反应的房颤(AFib-RVR)适应症,II期临床研究已取得积极结果,并计划推进III期临床研究,未来有望进一步拓展至更广泛患者人群。在中国,艾曲帕米鼻喷雾剂用于治疗PSVT的新药上市申请已于2025年1月17日获中国国家药品监督管理局(NMPA)正式受理,并预计于2026年第三季度获批,有望为PSVT患者提供全新的治疗选择。PSVT是一种以突发突止为主要特征的心动过速临床综合征,发作时心率极快且节律规则,通常持续数分钟至数小时,患者症状明显且恐惧感强。PSVT急性发作的治疗缺乏安全、便捷、可在院外自行使用的快速终止药物,使患者在发作期长期处于"被动等待"状态,缺乏真正意义上的"按需自救"工具。据悉,在中国,每1000中约有2.3-4人患有PSVT,估计总患者人数为300-600万。AFib-RVR的特征是心率不规则,紊乱且快速,呈渐进式发作且不易自行终止,容易反复持续。目前中国的房颤患病率1.6%,对应患者人数约2000万,并随老龄化加剧呈上升趋势。PSVT与AFib-RVR都会增加患者的失控感和心理负担。整体来看,PSVT及AFib-RVR患者人群规模超过2500万人,临床需求远未得到满足,亟需更便捷、更高效的治疗选择。临床数据方面,此次艾曲帕米鼻喷雾剂获中国NMPA新药上市申请受理是基于艾曲帕米关键性III期 RAPID 研究和中国III期 JX02002 临床研究所取得的数据结果。JX02002研究达到了方案预设的主要终点,治疗期出现的不良事件(TEAEs)在艾曲帕米治疗组和安慰剂组之间相当。艾曲帕米鼻喷雾剂获FDA批准是基于一项扎实的临床试验项目所得出的结论,该项目共收集了来自超1,800名参与者、超2,000次PSVT发作的安全性数据。这包括成功的3期RAPID试验,这是一项在全球范围内开展的、随机、双盲、安慰剂对照研究,结果于2023年发表在《柳叶刀》杂志上。RAPID试验达到了其主要终点:自行使用艾曲帕米的参与者(N=99)中有64%在30分钟内从室上性心动过速转为窦性心律,而安慰剂组(N=85)为31%(HR = 2.62; p<0.001),中位转复时间为17分钟(95% CI:13.4,26.5),而安慰剂组为54分钟(95% CI:38.7,87.3)。 艾曲帕米鼻喷雾剂正开发用于AFib-RVR适应症。在国际多中心、随机、安慰剂对照的II期 ReVeRA 研究中,艾曲帕米显著且快速地降低了AFibRVR患者的心室率,达到了主要终点。接受艾曲帕米治疗的患者中,心室率低于100 bpm的人数(58.3%)高于接受安慰剂治疗的人数(4%)。安全性总体良好并与既往研究结果一致。从战略层面看,此次交易亦被视为云顶新耀落实"2030战略"的重要一步。在 2030 战略的指引下,公司通过聚焦"BD合作+自研"双轮驱动模式加速发展,全面推进战略性业务拓展与自主研发,不断丰富管线与产品组合,推进全球研发体系建设,并依托成熟的商业化实力,持续提升在全球创新药领域的综合竞争力,为患者提供创新疗法并创造长期可持续价值。云顶新耀董事会主席吴以芳先生指出,此次与箕星药业的合作标志着公司在心血管领域战略布局的重要进展,体现了云顶新耀对战略落地的持续践行与承诺,并通过进一步完善产品组合、强化核心战略能力,展示公司在战略规划与执行上的前瞻视野,彰显云顶新耀在全球创新药领域的领先发展格局。云顶新耀首席执行官罗永庆表示:"此次与箕星药业达成艾曲帕米鼻喷雾剂的资产收购协议,是公司深耕心血管领域的关键一步,也是推进2030战略过程中取得的重要进展。艾曲帕米鼻喷雾剂是目前唯一可居家自行用于PSVT以及AFib-RVR急性发作的药物,中国患者存在巨大的未满足临床需求。未来,云顶新耀将依托成熟的临床开发能力与卓越的商业化平台,加快艾曲帕米鼻喷雾剂在中国的注册与商业化,助力更多患者受益,并充分发挥其长期临床与商业价值。"随着艾曲帕米鼻喷雾剂在中国注册及商业化进程的推进,公司有望进一步拓展在心血管领域的产品布局。未来,云顶新耀将依托成熟的临床开发体系与商业化平台,加快创新资产的落地与价值释放,持续推进2030战略实施,为患者带来更多创新治疗选择。 Copyright 2026 亚太商讯 via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com

Controversy over Brazil’s betting sector influences São Paulo gubernatorial contest

(AsiaGameHub) -   The Partido dos Trabalhadores (PT) administration in Brazil has appointed Dario Durigan as its new Finance Minister. He will oversee fiscal and tax policy for the continent's biggest economy under President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva. This Friday, Brazil's official gazette revealed extensive changes to the Ministry of the Economy and Finance (MEF), prompted by Fernando Haddad's choice to campaign for Governor of São Paulo state. This concludes Haddad's twenty-year role as a prominent member of Lula's PT Party, where he served in several governments and was most recently the designer of its fiscal and taxation reform plans. Rumors had grown in recent months that Lula would support 'Paulista Haddad', a native of São Paulo, to run for governor of his home state—a crucial political arena for the PT's national ambitions. São Paulo is seen as an essential victory in this year's elections. The PT aims to defeat the sitting governor, Tarcísio Gomes de Freitas of the Republicanos party, a major right-wing ally of ex-president Jair Bolsonaro, who currently commands a solid majority in the state. Although Haddad begins the contest as a long shot, his run is anticipated to boost his national standing. Campaigning under the PT flag in São Paulo, he will present himself as Lula's selected candidate to spearhead the government's electoral efforts and strategy across Brazil's 26 states. Dramatic shifts Durigan, the former Executive Secretary of the MEF, assumes the position at a pivotal time for Brazil's economy. He is projected to uphold continuity on "fiscal discipline and tax reform" as the country enters its electoral period this year. In 2026, the PT party's economic policies will likely face challenges from external factors, such as global energy disruptions, ongoing inflation threats, and trade tariffs enacted by the Trump administration. Haddad resigned from the ministry after managing a substantial transition period for the Treasury, guaranteeing the government's fiscal policy matched PT priorities in the wake of the Bolsonaro government's economic measures. As Finance Minister, Haddad was instrumental in creating the Brazil Bets Law (No. 14,790/2023), which established the regulatory structure for online gambling starting 1 January 2025. However, both Haddad and Lula have grown more disapproving of the betting system within its inaugural year. They characterize online gambling as an exploitative sector that preys on Brazilian consumers and weakens broader economic goals. In late 2025, Haddad advocated for doubling the tax on licensed betting operators to 24%, a plan that was derailed by PT ministers in Congress due to opposition from coalition and bloc allies. This failure compelled a rewrite of key elements in the PT government's 2026 Budget, which Lula reluctantly approved. Criticism of the Bets framework has become part of a wider political and fiscal story leading up to Brazil's general election on 4 October. Lula has already started campaigning for a potential fourth presidential term, escalating his rhetoric about raising taxes on "banks, betting, and billionaires"—encapsulated in the PT's "tres-Bs" slogan. Thus, the change in leadership at the Finance Ministry points not just to steadiness in economic management, but also to a wider realignment of Brazil's political scene, as tax policy, regulatory course, and election tactics become more closely linked before a decisive national vote. Currently, Lula is escalating his criticism of the Bets system, continuing to urge Congress and the Senate to alter its framework—mainly via higher taxes, increased licensing fees, and tougher advertising limits. Legislators have already shown their intent, with the Senate consenting to increase betting taxes to 18% by 2028. Meanwhile, discussions have temporarily halted the implementation of the CIDE 'technical services tax', which proponents want to levy on the deposits of betting license holders. Concurrently, suggestions concerning gambling advertising are still pending, varying from complete prohibitions to more specific limitations. Despite 2026 being an election year, the Brazil Bets system is predicted to see more changes, as promised by Congress and the Senate. Yet, the extent and final form of these reforms are still undecided, casting doubt on the regime's long-term path. Who will battle Lula? The electoral landscape is still unclear regarding which right-wing candidate will face Lula. With ex-President Bolsonaro under house arrest and barred from running, Brazil's right wing has not yet united behind a sole opponent. Rio Senator Flávio Bolsonaro, Jair's son, has risen as a frontrunner after obtaining his father's backing to head the Liberal Party (PL) ticket—though doubts persist about his campaign abilities. Rifts exist across the conservative field, with other appeals endorsing Tarcísio de Freitas as a 'unified right-wing candidate' or the unexpected option of Michelle Bolsonaro. 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.

VALYGO Launches Integrated Platform Bridging Crypto, Fiat, and Global Payments

BASSETERRE, KN – 10/03/2026 – (SeaPRwire) – As digital assets, traditional banking services, and global payment networks continue to evolve independently, individuals and businesses that operate internationally often face a fragmented financial landscape. Addressing this challenge, the VALYGO platform has officially launched, introducing a unified financial environment designed to consolidate multiple financial functions into a single operational framework. Modern financial activity frequently requires users to rely on separate systems for cryptocurrency management, fiat transactions, payment processing, and cross-border transfers. This fragmentation can slow financial operations, create administrative complexity, and increase operational friction for professionals and companies conducting business across multiple jurisdictions. VALYGO enters this space with the goal of simplifying financial workflows by bringing these capabilities together within one structured platform. A Platform Designed Around Real Financial Workflows Rather than focusing on a single financial service, VALYGO has been designed around the way individuals and businesses interact with money in real-world scenarios. The platform enables users to operate within a connected account environment where several financial functions can coexist and interact. Through the platform, users are able to manage digital assets alongside supported fiat services, conduct card-based transactions both online and at physical merchants, and execute cross-border transfers without relying on multiple external systems. In addition, supported ATM access provides another method for interacting with funds. By integrating these services into one platform environment, VALYGO aims to reduce the need for users to shift between different tools and platforms, helping create greater continuity in everyday financial activity. Supporting Cross-Border Financial Participants The platform has been developed with internationally active users in mind. Freelancers who invoice clients abroad, remote professionals earning income from multiple regions, and businesses maintaining relationships with clients across different countries often require financial infrastructure capable of supporting complex payment flows. VALYGO’s structure seeks to address these needs by providing an operational environment where payments, asset management, and account access can function within a single system. Individuals who frequently interact with both cryptocurrency and traditional financial services may also find value in the platform’s integrated structure. Flexible Account Models for Different Operational Needs Recognizing that users operate at varying scales, VALYGO offers multiple account tiers designed to accommodate different levels of financial activity. This structured approach allows participants to select an account model aligned with their operational requirements. Entry-level access is available for users with more basic needs, while higher-tier accounts provide expanded functionality and may involve participation through the VYO ecosystem component. By offering tiered access, the platform seeks to provide scalability without imposing identical requirements on all participants. VYO Utility Within the Platform Ecosystem Within the VALYGO ecosystem, VYO functions as a utility component connected to platform participation. Its use cases include enabling access to certain account tiers, supporting staking participation, and linking token utility with platform functionality. Rather than existing independently from the platform environment, VYO is designed to operate as part of the broader ecosystem infrastructure, aligning user participation with the system’s operational structure. Transitioning from Development to Active Use With the platform now live, users are able to engage with VALYGO under real operating conditions. The launch represents the transition from development and system design to practical usage. While future updates and improvements may continue as the platform evolves, the current release establishes the foundation for users to interact with a financial environment that brings together digital assets, payment tools, and supported fiat services within a single operational framework. A Unified Operational Layer for Modern Finance VALYGO does not position itself as a traditional bank replacement, a trading platform, or solely a cryptocurrency wallet. Instead, it presents itself as an integrated operational layer intended to connect several financial functions—ranging from crypto access and supported fiat services to payment infrastructure and account management—within one unified environment.

如果古巴垮台,谁将接手?卡斯特罗王朝笼罩着这座岛屿的未来

(SeaPRwire) -   美国总统唐纳德·特朗普本周表示,美国可能对古巴采取行动,这引发了新的疑问:如果压力不断增加导致该岛发生政治转变,将会发生什么。这一警告发出之际,古巴正面临数十年来最严重的内部危机之一,经济崩溃、大范围停电和燃料短缺正考验着该政权的治理能力。随着来自委内瑞拉的补贴燃料运输量下降,切断了关键的能源生命线,情况进一步恶化。但随着来自岛内外的压力不断增大,专家表示,核心问题不是谁能取代总统米格尔·迪亚斯-卡内尔,而是根本没有明确的继任者。“古巴的领导真空是该体系数十年努力确保根本不存在独立领导层的结果,”AFPI西半球倡议主任梅利莎·福特·马尔多纳多告诉Digital。她补充说,该政权“控制了通讯,限制了民众集会,监视自己的人民,扼杀了新闻自由,将异见定为犯罪,最终使得强大的反对力量极不可能出现。”“谁取代迪亚斯-卡内尔更多是象征性的,而非其他,”佛罗里达国际大学古巴研究所临时主任塞巴斯蒂安·A·阿科斯告诉Digital。阿科斯说,迪亚斯-卡内尔“权力很小”,称他是为了展现更年轻的形象而被安插的人物,并未改变该体系。“关键人物仍然是劳尔·卡斯特罗,”他说,指的是这位94岁的前古巴领导人。分析人士认为,这种动态解释了为什么即使发生剧烈转变——无论是由内部崩溃还是外部压力驱动——都可能不会立即产生新的领导人。然而,一小部分内部人士、技术官僚和反对派人物被视为任何过渡中的潜在参与者——尽管没有一个代表明确或统一的替代方案。对大多数古巴人来说相对陌生的奥斯卡·佩雷斯-奥利瓦·弗拉加已悄然晋升。这位54岁的电子工程师担任副总理兼外贸和外资部长,是菲德尔和劳尔·卡斯特罗的侄孙。“他是家族的一员,”阿科斯说,强调即使是新兴人物也仍然嵌入在同一个统治网络中。阿科斯表示,他的快速晋升使他成为受控过渡中更有可能的面孔之一。“根据卡斯特罗体系的标准,他可能是一个不错的技术官僚……”他说。但任何此类举动都可能只是表面文章。“他们可能会罢免迪亚斯-卡内尔,用佩雷斯-奥利瓦这样的人取而代之……作为一种姿态……但这不会改变任何事情,”阿科斯说,他解释说这将是一次技术官僚的改组,旨在缓解压力,而非改革体系。劳尔·卡斯特罗的儿子亚历杭德罗·卡斯特罗·埃斯平代表着该政权的安全支柱。据《国家报》(El País)报道,作为一名长期的情报官员,他与古巴的内部安全机构和权力核心圈密切相关。虽然他没有被公开定位为继任者,但他的影响力凸显了权力如何仍然集中在卡斯特罗家族和与军队有关联的精英阶层中,专家表示这可能导致以安全控制为基础的强硬派延续局面。总理曼努埃尔·马雷罗·克鲁兹仍然是古巴当前领导层中最引人注目的人物之一。但阿科斯指出,马雷罗的任期与该国的经济崩溃密切相关。“在这场急剧衰退期间,他一直在位……因此他与这场灾难密切相关,”他说。《国家报》引用的专家同样评估称,像马雷罗这样的人物不太可能代表有意义的变革,他代表着与当前危机相关的延续性,改革可信度很低。作为共产党高级官员,罗伯托·莫拉莱斯·奥赫达代表着该政权的制度核心。他的权力在于党内机构,负责执行忠诚和意识形态控制。与其他内部人士一样,他被视为延续模式的一部分,而非脱离该模式。虽然政权内部人士主导了继任讨论,但反对派人物大多仍在岛外。著名活动家、Cuba Decide创始人罗莎·玛丽亚·帕亚从流亡中崛起,成为民主变革的主要声音。“古巴反对派是有组织的,我们在古巴国内和侨民中都有存在,我们有一个具体的计划,”罗莎·玛丽亚·帕亚告诉Digital。“古巴人不需要从外部被解放并被赋予一个政府。我们已准备好领导。我们需要的是美国和国际社会确保当这个政权倒台时,反对派能有一席之地。”“首要任务是政治犯和保障基本公民自由,”她描述他们的计划时说。“他们必须立即被释放,这必须是任何协议的不可谈判条件。第二是拆除镇压机构……之后,计划将转向过渡政府,解决人道主义局势,并为自由和国际监督的选举设定明确的时间表。”阿科斯对帕亚的角色和更广泛的反对派运动给予了积极评价。“他们是正直、尊重他人、聪明的人,希望古巴好,”他说。“他们不仅仅是寻求权力……他们这样做是基于责任感。”尽管如此,分析人士警告称,该体系在短期内几乎没有为反对派主导的过渡留下空间。“现实是,古巴的大部分真正反对派已不再居住在岛上,”福特·马尔多纳多表示,并指出镇压已将领导层推向流亡。尽管围绕个人名字有猜测,但专家表示,真正的问题是结构性的。“如果劳尔明天去世,那可能会打开潘多拉魔盒,”阿科斯说,暗示内部权力斗争可能会浮出水面。他警告说,即便如此,该政权在掌权数十年后也不太可能轻易放弃控制权。“可能没有真正的前进道路是通过卡斯特罗家族或当前政权的,”福特·马尔多纳多表示。目前,古巴的继任问题仍未解决,不是因为没有人选,而是因为该体系本身的设计就是为了确保没有真正的替代方案在一旁等待。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。

888Africa migrates its Angolan operations to the EveryMatrix platform

(AsiaGameHub) -   888Africa has enhanced its Angolan operations by transitioning to a new platform through a turnkey partnership with EveryMatrix. As part of the deal, the company has moved from its former platform provider to EveryMatrix's core platform for both sports betting and casino gaming services. The operator formerly utilized FSB Technology's platform, which EveryMatrix purchased in 2024. Following a competitive evaluation, 888Africa opted to switch to EveryMatrix's turnkey platform, with the migration finalized last week. While FSB maintained a client base throughout Africa, EveryMatrix has invested heavily in its continental operations, notably by appointing Mark Schmidt as Managing Director for Africa. Sources suggest that 888Africa's decision to adopt EveryMatrix was driven by its expansion into casino offerings, with the platform's solution being described as highly robust. An EveryMatrix spokesperson stated: "The migration was executed progressively, with the Angola launch incorporating specific market requirements such as localization, payment systems, KYC procedures, CRM capabilities, and other regional necessities. Several components were interdependent, making sequential execution crucial." 888Africa maintains a strong presence across multiple established and developing African markets, including Angola, Kenya, Malawi, Mozambique,Tanzania and Zambia. Under the leadership of Christopher Coyne, previously an executive at Paddy Power and The Stars Group, the operator aims to secure leading market positions and has strengthened its technological infrastructure to support this objective. In a LinkedIn post, the company's Vice President of Product and Operations Steven McIntosh commented: "Large-scale migrations are extremely challenging. Completing one within 10 weeks makes this achievement particularly remarkable. It involved millions of data points, intricate integrations, compliance requirements, and a cross-functional team working across numerous streams, all culminating in a single launch event. "In reality, this entailed months of planning, hundreds of support tickets, countless development dependencies, numerous edge cases, continuous coordination, and meetings—many meetings. While sleepless nights aren't listed in the project plan, they were certainly part of the process!" Southern African markets have attracted numerous operators in recent years, benefiting from robust regulation and populations familiar with sports betting. Although technology in the region has sometimes been criticized as inadequate, EveryMatrix believes it is driving sector modernization in these rapidly expanding markets. 888Africa anticipates being a primary beneficiary of this technological upgrade. Coyne remarked: "Our focus now is to establish our brand as a market leader in Angola, and that effort begins today. Angola represents a strategic and significant growth market for 888Africa, and we are enthusiastic about the opportunities we can pursue and accomplish there both now and in the coming 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.

Clockwork.io Launches TorchPass Workload Fault Tolerance to Improve Reliability in Large-Scale AI Training

PALO ALTO, CA – 14/03/2026 – (SeaPRwire) – Clockwork.io has announced the general availability of TorchPass Workload Fault Tolerance, a new capability designed to improve resilience in large-scale artificial intelligence training environments. The software-based solution aims to reduce the operational disruption and financial losses associated with infrastructure failures in distributed GPU clusters. TorchPass is delivered as a core feature within the Clockwork.io FleetIQ platform. The technology applies the company’s Software-Driven AI Fabrics architecture to distributed training workloads, enabling systems to continue operating even when GPU hardware, network links, or cluster nodes encounter failures. By leveraging Live GPU Migration, the platform can transparently shift active training workloads to available resources without requiring job restarts or checkpoint recovery. According to Suresh Vasudevan, the cost of infrastructure interruptions has become a growing challenge for organizations investing heavily in AI computing resources. “Companies are investing billions in next-generation accelerators, yet distributed AI workloads still lose significant productivity due to avoidable infrastructure faults,” Vasudevan said. “TorchPass was designed to address that gap by allowing training workloads to continue operating through failures rather than forcing expensive restarts.” Industry observers have also noted that reliability becomes increasingly difficult as AI clusters scale. Dylan Patel said that maintaining continuity across large GPU deployments is becoming critical as new hardware architectures increase cluster density. “As systems scale to larger compute domains, even minor errors—such as a single GPU failure or a network disruption—can terminate an entire training run,” Patel said. “Technologies like TorchPass help maintain utilization by enabling transparent failover and live workload migration.” Addressing Reliability Challenges in Distributed AI Training Distributed AI training is widely recognized as one of the most complex and failure-prone workloads in modern computing infrastructure. Research conducted by Meta FAIR indicates that the mean time to failure decreases sharply as cluster sizes increase. In clusters with more than a thousand GPUs, interruptions can occur within hours, frequently forcing jobs to restart from checkpoints. These interruptions often result in lost compute time and reduced GPU utilization. When failures occur, training systems typically roll back to the latest saved checkpoint, discarding recent progress and requiring additional time to restore workloads. TorchPass is designed to mitigate these inefficiencies by addressing faults proactively and maintaining workload continuity. By reducing restart events and preserving training progress, the system aims to improve cluster utilization and reduce operational overhead for enterprises and AI cloud providers. Live GPU Migration Enables Continuous Training The key mechanism behind TorchPass is Live GPU Migration, which enables affected training processes to move dynamically to spare resources within the cluster when faults occur. The migration process typically completes in approximately three minutes while the overall training workload continues to operate. TorchPass supports three primary resilience scenarios: Unplanned migration, which responds to unexpected failures such as GPU faults, kernel crashes, or power disruptions Pre-emptive migration, triggered by early warning signals including thermal anomalies or ECC memory errors Planned migration, allowing infrastructure maintenance or workload balancing without interrupting training operations According to the company, this approach can reduce wasted training progress by up to 95 percent in certain environments. Independent Testing Highlights Performance Benefits Independent benchmarking conducted by Jordan Nanos evaluated TorchPass in large-scale training scenarios. Testing involved a GPT-scale training workload using a Kubernetes-based cluster equipped with 64 H200 GPUs. The evaluation measured job completion time and model FLOPs utilization against both traditional checkpoint-restart methods and the open-source fault-tolerance framework TorchFT. The results indicated that TorchPass achieved faster recovery after simulated hardware failures while maintaining higher GPU utilization rates. The benchmark also suggested that by improving fault tolerance, organizations may be able to reduce checkpoint frequency in training pipelines. This can enable larger batch sizes, lower memory pressure, and simplified storage management. Financial Impact for Large AI Clusters For operators managing large GPU deployments, improved reliability can translate into significant cost savings. Clockwork.io estimates that in a typical deployment using 2,048 H200 GPUs, TorchPass could recover more than $6 million in annual compute value by preventing wasted GPU hours caused by restart-driven downtime. These savings primarily result from avoiding repeated training interruptions and eliminating idle recovery periods. By maintaining continuous training progress, organizations may also accelerate the time required to complete large model training runs. Supporting Next-Generation AI Infrastructure Clockwork.io positions TorchPass as part of a broader effort to make reliability a software-defined capability within AI infrastructure. This approach is designed to support emerging high-density systems, including architectures built around GPUs such as the NVIDIA GB200 NVL72 and NVIDIA GB300 NVL72. TorchPass expands on the company’s earlier Network Fault Tolerance capabilities, which address network-level disruptions by rerouting traffic around failing links. Together, these technologies form the foundation of Clockwork.io’s Software-Driven AI Fabric, a vendor-neutral software layer designed to coordinate compute, network, and storage resources across large AI clusters. The goal is to enable operators to run heterogeneous infrastructure as a unified system while maintaining predictable performance and high utilization. Clockwork.io will present TorchPass during the upcoming NVIDIA GTC conference from March 16 to 19. About Clockwork.io Clockwork.io develops Software-Driven AI Fabrics, a programmable software layer designed to improve observability, determinism, and fault tolerance in large-scale AI clusters. Its FleetIQ platform enables enterprises to train and operate complex AI workloads while maintaining high infrastructure utilization. Organizations including Uber, Wells Fargo, Nebius, and Nscale use Clockwork.io technologies to support AI infrastructure operations.

AxiumAI introduces a novel user experience approach for large-scale sporting events

(AsiaGameHub) -   Agentic AI firm AxiumAI has rolled out its conversational interface AxChat for sportsbooks seeking to scale during international sporting events. The tool merges traditional menu-based navigation with direct natural-language interaction, helping players interpret matches, markets and outcomes in real time. Enabling instant transactions, AxChat offers personalized guidance that includes relevant deep-linked bets and a comprehensive overview of live events – a fit sportsbooks may find ideal for this year’s 2026 FIFA World Cup. AxChat displays contextual insights on games, players and competitions, delivering tailored recommendations for pre-match and in-play moments across all bet types. Paired with a bet builder feature, the solution aims to autonomously meet upsell and cross-sell needs. Looking briefly under the hood, AxChat connects conversations directly to the bet slip and user account, enabling one-click bets and providing a one-stop hub for managing bet history, payments, limits and active promotions. Additionally, AxChat is designed to work seamlessly with AxiumAI’s proprietary engagement engine Verso. AxiumAI focuses on building autonomous agent systems for the gambling sector, using real-time intelligence that can be deployed across an operator’s full stack simultaneously to drive efficient decision-making and execution. Sharing more on the newly launched AxChat, Adam Lewis, Chief Executive Officer at AxiumAI, said: “AxChat introduces a new UX paradigm for sportsbooks. The expanded World Cup brings more matches, unfamiliar teams and a surge in global recreational players – meaning traditional navigation alone no longer inspires audiences or supports confident betting decisions. “By letting players ask questions in their own words and receive instant, context-aware answers, AxChat removes friction when intent strikes. It gives players clarity and confidence, while providing operators a powerful, dynamic engagement layer that boosts interaction, deeper market exploration and higher pre-match and in-play NGR – without relying on bonus spending.” 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.

同仁堂医养(02667.HK)新股招股:尚在发展早期的中医医疗龙头股 估值几何?

香港, 2026年3月23日 - (亚太商讯 via SeaPRwire.com) - 在中医药文化传承创新发展的时代浪潮中,一家承载着350余年历史积淀的医疗集团正昂首阔步走向国际资本市场。北京同仁堂医养投资股份有限公司(以下简称"同仁堂医养")于2026年3月20日正式启动港股IPO招股,股票代码为02667.HK,招股价范围为7.30港元至8.30港元,中金公司担任独家保荐人,将于3月30日挂牌交易。凭借深厚的品牌底蕴、卓越的医疗服务能力和清晰的战略布局,同仁堂医养向全球投资者展示中国中医医疗服务行业的无限潜力。本次全球发售H股总数为108,153,500股,其中香港公开发售10%,国际发售90%,基石投资占比46.15%,设置绿鞋。对港股投资者而言,这是一个值得注意的机会,中医医疗服务赛道此前仅有固生堂,两者模式在中医细分赛道显现出差异化,未来发展也各有侧重,同仁堂医养的加入将为投资者提供新的配置选择。百年品牌背书,大流量的降维优势作为中华老字号的杰出代表,"同仁堂"品牌始创于1669年,拥有超过350年的历史传承。这份厚重的文化积淀不仅代表着百年品质,更是国人心中标志化的民族品牌,也是其最宝贵的无形资产。招股书显示,按2024年总门诊人次及住院人次计,同仁堂医养是中国非公立中医院医疗服务行业中最大的中医院集团,市场份额达1.7%。按2024年中医医疗服务总收入计,公司以0.2%的市场份额在非公立中医院医疗服务行业中排名第二。这一领先地位的确立,离不开"同仁堂"金字招牌的强大号召力。凭借深厚的客户信任和业内公认的高质量中医医疗服务及产品,公司以极具成本效益的方式吸引和留住大量客户及医疗顶尖人才。2024年,公司销售和分销开支中的推广费占总收入比例约为0.2%,远低于行业平均水平,充分彰显了品牌自带的强大引流效应。这是百年品牌壁垒最直观的量化体现,在获客成本日益攀升的医疗服务行业,这一差距意味着巨大的利润释放空间。业绩稳健增长,盈利能力持续攀升翻开同仁堂医养的财务画卷,一组组靓丽的数据勾勒出企业蓬勃发展的态势:1.收入规模持续扩大: 2022年至2024年,公司总收入从9.11亿元(人民币,下同)增长至11.75亿元,复合年增长率达13.6%。2025年前九个月,收入达8.58亿元,持续稳健增长。其中,中医医疗服务作为核心业务,贡献了总收入的84%以上,展现出稳健的主业增长动力。2.盈利能力显著增强: 2022年公司曾录得净亏损923万元,但通过高效的整合运营和精细化管理,2023年迅速扭亏为盈,实现净利润4263万元。2024年净利润进一步增至4620万元,同比增长8.4%。若剔除上市开支等一次性因素,2024年经调整净利润达6173万元,较2023年的4787万元大幅增长29%,核心业务"造血"能力持续强化。3.毛利稳步提升: 毛利从2022年的1.43亿元增至2024年的2.22亿元,复合年增长率高达24.8%,超过收入增速2倍,毛利率从2022年的15.7%提升至2024年的18.9%,盈利能力稳升,规模效应加速显现。4.现金流健康: 2024年现金转化率达87.2%,有息债务占比仅11.56%,截至2025年9月持有现金2.25亿元,资产负债表稳健。作为一家2019年版块组建的企业,同仁堂医养正处于"扭亏为盈→盈利加速"的关键拐点期。回顾固生堂的发展轨迹,2021年上市时也处于发展早期,此后三年收入和利润CAGR分别高达19%和47%,股价从IPO至今已实现数倍涨幅。同仁堂医养当前的发展阶段与固生堂上市初期高度相似--盈利能力刚进入释放通道,增长最快的阶段可能尚未到来。分级诊疗网络,三条增长曲线并行同仁堂医养并未满足于传统医疗机构的单一模式,而是前瞻性地构建起覆盖全国的分级中医医疗服务网络。截至最后实际可行日期,公司已拥有12家自有线下医疗机构及1家互联网医院,以及12家线下管理医疗机构,形成"连锁医院-基层医疗机构-互联网医院"三级联动的完整生态。这一布局产生了显著的协同效应。就诊人次飙升:医疗网络内总就诊人次从2022年的132.1万人次飙升至2024年的297.7万人次,复合年增长率高达50.1%。2025年前九个月,就诊人次已达253.6万人次,同比增长21.5%。会员粘性强劲:会员累计人数从2022年底的43.6万人增至2024年底的74.0万人,复合年增长率达30.2%,截至2025年9月底进一步增至76.7万人,显示出强大的用户粘性和品牌忠诚度。区域战略清晰:公司以北京为战略核心深入扎根,同时深耕长三角等经济活跃地区。北京地区贡献了近半数的收入,而浙江省作为公司拓展华东市场的桥头堡,2024年中医医疗服务收入达2.25亿元,毛利率达22.6%,展现出强劲的区域增长潜力。根据信息,公司的扩张主要通过战略收购、轻资产新建以及管理服务,是公司快速扩张的重要引擎。2022年,公司收购浙江"三溪堂"品牌下的医疗机构,成功切入长江三角洲地区市场。自收购以来,通过标准化管理和专业化运营整合,三溪堂保健院业绩持续提升:2022年至2024年,收入由1.025亿元增长到1.982亿元,复合年增长率39.1%;门诊人次由18.38万增至38.23万,复合年增长率约44.2%,充分验证了公司强大的投后整合能力。2024年,公司进一步收购上海承志堂等机构,强化在长三角的业务布局。此外,其另一核心扩张战略为向公立医院提供管理服务,目前已在北京、贵州、新疆、陕西等省份合作十余家医疗机构。未来募集资金也将加速这一模式的扩张布局,放大轻资产模式的利润杠杆。根据招股书披露,公司即将在齐齐哈尔和北京顺义开设自建院区,开始迈向中西医结合和高端医疗布局。名医资源汇聚,供应链精益管理中医医疗服务,医师是灵魂。同仁堂医养深谙此道,持续打造高素质的中医医师团队。截至最后实际可行日期:- 网络内共有2,745名医师加入并执业- 30名拥有国家级荣誉称号的医师,其中全国名中医2名、全国老中医药专家学术经验继承工作指导老师13名、非物质文化遗产代表性传承人5名- 拥有820名主任医师或副主任医师,占比近30%- 通过建立"名医工作室"和师承教育体系,公司已孵化13个国家级或省级名医学术传承工作室,促进宝贵中医学术理论和临床经验的代代传承- 公司还设立同仁堂中医学术咨询专家委员会,涵盖中医肾病、妇科、内分泌、肿瘤等八大医学专科,致力于中医标准化和人才培养。"炮制虽繁必不敢省人工,品味虽贵必不敢减物力"--同仁堂的古训在公司供应链管理中得到了完美诠释。公司成立全资附属公司北京通达,建立采购协同管理平台,整合网络内医疗机构的采购需求,实现规模经济,增强议价能力。在质量管控方面,公司实施严格的供应商选择标准和验收流程,定期委托第三方机构进行随机检测。2023年的一次内部盲评中,北京同仁堂中医医院所使用的中药饮片在北京多家知名中医院中得分最高,充分证明了公司在质量管理方面的卓越表现。数智化赋能百年传承,同仁堂拥抱AI浪潮公司于2020年成立同仁堂互联网医院,将传统中医诊疗与现代科技完美融合。客户可享受线上预约、健康咨询、复诊诊断、电子处方等一站式服务,打破了时空限制,让优质中医医疗资源惠及更广泛人群。截至最后实际可行日期,在互联网医院注册的医师累计提供超过84.9万次在线咨询,覆盖全国各地。公司还与超过500家外部药店建立合作关系,实现"线上诊疗+线下配送"的业务闭环,打造线上线下融合便捷服务体验。同仁堂不仅是百年工艺的传承者,更是数智化转型的排头兵,正通过与用友等战略伙伴的深度合作,将AIoT、大数据等数字技术深植于业务的每一个细胞。传统"经验主义"正被"数据主义"取代,同仁堂构建了"全链智能"的质量溯源体系,为核心产品提供了数字化护城河。2026年1月,同仁堂与北京市经信局签订任务合同书,支持开展"人工智能中药新药开发平台",构建十万级方剂数据库,通过AI技术为中药新药开发装上"智慧大脑"。同仁堂医养作为大健康终端,未来有望借助AI技术打破传统服务时空限制,通过搭建智能化健康管理平台,整合线上线下资源,为用户提供个性化的健康监测、养生指导与远程康养服务,实现从"治已病"向"治未病"的智慧化跃迁。战略蓝图清晰,估值空间可期发展阶段红利:中医医疗在港股中仍属于稀缺标的,公司当前处于盈利加速的早期阶段,随着业务进入规模化扩张期,其利润释放空间值得期待。品牌溢价尚未充分定价:三百年品牌带来的巨大流量,意味着每年节省的营销开支相当于数千万元级别的"隐形利润"。随着收入规模扩大,品牌壁垒的经济价值将进一步放大。管理服务的轻资产模式:管理服务板块从2022年至2024年收入增长700%,毛利率超70%,是高确定性的利润增长极。这条轻资产第二曲线若持续放量,将显著改善公司整体的盈利结构和ROE。集团协同的生态价值:公司是同仁堂集团"制药-零售-医养"大健康闭环的关键一环,与其他成熟版块相比,发展空间巨大,上市后将享受集团资源的持续输入。这种生态协同价值在当前估值中可能尚未被充分反映。随着3月20日招股的正式启动,同仁堂医养正以扎实的业绩、清晰的战略和广阔的前景,向全球投资者展示中国中医医疗服务行业的无限魅力。正如其名,"医"与"养"的完美融合,不仅呵护着万千民众的生命健康,更将开创中医医疗服务的新纪元。转载自格隆汇 Copyright 2026 亚太商讯 via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com

我们可能已经找到了2026年最佳恐怖电影

NEON(SeaPRwire) -   没有什么比老式的跳跃惊吓更有力了。通常,它们可能被许多技术欠佳的导演当作拐杖,或成为掩盖薄弱剧本的噱头。但如果运用得当,而且恰到好处地节制使用,它们就能将一部扎实的恐怖片变成年度最恐怖的观影体验之一。Hokum无疑就是这样一部作品——这部由Damian McCarthy执导、令人毛骨悚然的鬼片,轻松成为今年SXSW电影节上首映的最佳影片之一。Hokum出人意料地以沙漠场景开场。一名征服者和他的侍童正艰难地穿越严酷的沙丘,寻找埋藏的宝藏,就在他们似乎即将到达目的地时,地图却被卡在了一个瓶子里。当绝望的征服者考虑谋杀同伴以找到梦寐以求的宝藏时,画面突然切换到作家Ohm Bauman(Adam Scott饰),他正独自待在昏暗空荡的屋子里打字。他正在为自己钟爱的"征服者三部曲"撰写最后几章——正是这套小说让他一举成名。但就在他完成最后几段文字、举起几乎空了的威士忌酒杯庆祝时,他瞥见楼梯上有一个身影。他缓缓将灯照向楼梯,却只看到……什么也没有。就在那个身影突然消失的同时,Hokum转换了场景。Bauman来到一家偏远的爱尔兰酒店——他的父母曾在此度蜜月,他希望在周围的树林中撒下他们的骨灰。但这间吱呀作响的老旧酒店让人感觉有些不对劲。树林里潜伏着一个古怪的流浪汉。一名心怀不满的酒店员工定期宰杀误入酒店领地的流浪山羊。酒店各处散落着令人毛骨悚然的小雕像,描绘着大眼睛儿童和爱尔兰民间传说中的怪物。当然,还有那间被封锁的蜜月套房,据说里面闹鬼,住着一个女巫。剥去所有外衣,Hokum本质上是一部鬼屋电影。但Hokum最 remarkable 的地方在于,它在类型片的框架内并没有做什么特别新颖或创新的事情;相反,它仅仅展示了制作精良、扎实可靠的鬼片如何依然能让你难以置信地石化当场。Hokum是McCarthy继其黑马佳作Oddity之后的又一力作,后者本身就是一场令人毛骨悚然的悬疑演练,证明了这位崭露头角的恐怖片导演深谙老派惊吓之道。Hokum完全建立在经典的恐怖技巧和惊吓之上——阴暗的走廊、吱呀作响的门,或是吹过诡异空荡大厅的不祥呼啸风声。当门童透过漆黑的门缝窥视蜜月套房,或当Bauman走下秘密的积尘地下室时,这些元素共同营造出一种压倒性、全方位的恐惧感。McCarthy与摄影指导Colm Hogan借鉴了Jack Clayton的The Innocents等阴郁哥特式恐怖片的风格来描绘影片冰冷、阴暗的氛围,同时也像McCarthy的前作一样,参考了Mike Flanagan的电视作品。事实上,Hokum给人的感觉是与经典哥特式惊悚片有更多共通之处,而非它偶尔唤起的民间恐怖或创伤恐怖。然而,一旦揭示出影片真正深植于爱尔兰民间恐怖之中时,Hokum便呈现出新一层狂野的大胆性,挑战了创伤恐怖所关联的"prestige"地位。Adam Scott从未有过如此出色的表现,他在Hokum中饰演的那个可悲的作家堪称巅峰。| NEON然而,Hokum确实也与当代恐怖片对悲痛的痴迷有所调情:整部影片中,Bauman都被母亲悲惨去世的阴影所困扰,他通过欺凌崇拜他的粉丝或酗酒至不省人事来应对。Scott在Severance最近几季中已展现了自己的戏剧功底,此次他贡献了职业生涯最佳表演之一,饰演这位被情感与现实双重恐怖困扰的酗酒混蛋作家。即便影片玩弄着Bauman的可爱度,它也毫不避讳地让他经历宇宙级的磨难,暗示着一种地狱般的惩罚在等着他的"罪行"。这使得哥特式的恐惧与超自然的惊悚形成了一种奇妙而有效的结合。要进一步详述Hokum的剧情就有剧透的风险,但影片中有一个片段在纯粹的恐怖感和节奏上足以与去年Weapons的高潮相媲美。在90分钟里构建起渗透每一帧画面的恐惧感之后,Hokum冲向一个爆炸性的结局,感觉它标志着今年恐怖片的一个关键时刻。这是一种精心调校的恐怖电影制作,只有当你狂跳的心脏平静下来、重新回到自己的身体时,才能真正欣赏它的精妙。Hokum于3月14日在SXSW首映。影片将于5月1日上映。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。

From SGD to Global Spending: How Singaporeans Can Avoid FX Fees While Travelling Overseas

SINGAPORE, Mar 23, 2026 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Travelling overseas is exciting, but foreign exchange (FX) fees can quietly add up and increase your overall trip expenses. Many Singaporeans are now exploring smarter ways to manage overseas spending, and a multi-currency debit card can help reduce unnecessary FX charges while shopping, dining, and booking activities abroad. Whether you are heading to Japan, Australia, Europe, or the US, understanding how FX fees work can help you stretch your Singapore dollars further. Even a 3% fee on a SGD 5,000 trip translates to SGD 150, which could easily cover a nice meal or attraction tickets.When spending overseas, banks typically apply a currency conversion spread and may also charge overseas transaction fees ranging between 2.5% and 3.5%. On top of that, dynamic currency conversion at merchants can add another 4-8% markup. These layered charges might not be obvious at checkout, but they can significantly increase your travel budget.With a bit of planning and the right payment tools, Singaporeans can minimise these costs and enjoy more transparent spending abroad.Understanding Where FX Fees Come FromBefore looking at solutions, it helps to understand how FX fees are structured. Most traditional credit and debit cards issued in Singapore apply a foreign transaction fee when you pay in a currency other than SGD. This fee usually combines the card network's conversion rate and an additional bank administrative charge.For example, if you spend the equivalent of SGD 1,000 in Bangkok or Seoul, a 3% fee adds around SGD 30 to your statement. Over a 10-day trip with shopping and dining expenses of SGD 4,000, total FX charges could reach SGD 120 or more. These amounts may seem small per transaction but can accumulate quickly across hotels, theme parks, transport passes, and shopping malls.How a Multi-Currency Debit Card Can HelpA multi-currency debit card allows users to hold and spend multiple foreign currencies directly from one account. Instead of converting SGD at the point of sale for every purchase, you can preload currencies such as USD, EUR, JPY, or AUD in advance. This setup can help reduce conversion fees and give you more control over exchange rates.For instance, if you are travelling to Japan and expect to spend the equivalent of SGD 3,000, you can convert SGD to JPY when rates are favourable before departure. If the exchange rate improves even by 1%, that difference could mean savings of around SGD 30 on your total spend.Many multi-currency debit cards also offer competitive interbank or near-interbank rates with low or zero foreign transaction fees. While terms vary by provider, this structure may result in lower overall costs compared to traditional cards. Additionally, you can track balances in different currencies via mobile apps, which helps you manage budgets more clearly during travel.Practical Ways Singaporeans Can Reduce FX ChargesBeyond choosing the right card, several practical habits can help minimise FX fees while shopping overseas.Pay in the local currency whenever possibleWhen a payment terminal offers the option to pay in SGD or the local currency, selecting the local currency can help you avoid dynamic currency conversion markups. Merchants may apply rates that are 4-8% higher than market rates when you choose SGD. On a SGD 2,000 shopping bill in Seoul, that difference could translate to an extra SGD 80 or more. Paying in the local currency often results in a more transparent rate from your bank or card provider.Plan large purchases in advanceIf you are considering buying luxury goods in Europe or electronics in Japan, estimating your total spend beforehand can help you prepare accordingly. Planning major purchases can also help you avoid last-minute conversions at less competitive airport rates.Avoid exchanging large sums at airportsAirport money changers often offer less competitive exchange rates compared to city money changers in Singapore or digital FX platforms. The difference might range from 1% to 3%. On SGD 2,000 exchanged at the airport, this gap could mean paying SGD 20 to SGD 60 more than necessary. Using a multi-currency debit card for most transactions can reduce the need to carry large amounts of cash.Monitor overseas ATM withdrawal feesWithdrawing cash overseas may involve both local ATM fees and your bank's overseas withdrawal charges. These combined costs can range between SGD 5 and SGD 15 per withdrawal, excluding FX spreads. Planning fewer, slightly larger withdrawals, or relying more on card payments, can help reduce repeated charges. Some multi-currency debit cards may offer more competitive ATM withdrawal terms, depending on the provider.Comparing Travel Spending OptionsCredit cards may offer travel rewards but often carry foreign transaction fees of around 3%. Using cash helps you to do away with card fees but requires you to exchange money upfront, sometimes at less competitive rates.A multi-currency debit card sits somewhere in between, combining digital convenience with potentially lower FX costs, while offering more flexibility. For frequent travellers visiting destinations like Malaysia, Thailand, Japan, Australia, or the US several times a year, this flexibility can make budgeting more predictable.Avoiding FX fees does not require complex strategies. Small adjustments in how you pay, when you convert currency, and which card you use can collectively reduce costs. While exchange rates fluctuate and fees vary across providers, informed decisions can help you minimise hidden charges and make the best of your overseas trips.Disclaimer: This article is for general information only and does not have any regard to the specific investment objectives, financial situation and particular needs of any specific person. The views expressed in this article are solely those of the author. This article shall not be regarded as an offer, recommendation, solicitation or advice. You may wish to consult your own professional advisers about this article, in particular, a financial professional before making financial decisions. Any past events, trends and/or performance referred to in this article may not necessarily be indicative of future events, trends or performance. This article is based on certain assumptions and reflects prevailing conditions as at the time of publication, which are subject to change at any time without notice. The author and publisher of this article as well as any other parties associated with this article make no representation or warranty of any kind, whether express, implied or statutory, in respect of this article and accept no liability or responsibility for the completeness or accuracy of this article or any error, inaccuracy or omission relating to this article and/or any consequence, injury, loss or damage howsoever suffered by any person relating to this article, in particular, arising from any reliance by any person on this article. Publishers or platforms may be compensated for access to third party websites.Contact Information:Name: Sonakshi MurzeEmail: Sonakshi.murze@iquanti.comJob Title: ManagerSOURCE: iQuanti Copyright 2026 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com

Fujitsu-developed traffic simulation system utilized in Maebashi City’s public transportation planning

KAWASAKI, Japan, Mar 23, 2026 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Fujitsu Limited today announced that its comprehensive traffic simulation system, developed under contract for the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism (MLIT)-led regional transportation DX promotion project COMmmmONS, has been adopted for the Maebashi City Regional Public Transportation Plan, published by the local government on March 23, 2026. Analysis carried out by the system is included in the plan as scientific evidence supporting the policy to increase bus routes, one of the plan's key measures.Across municipalities nationwide, addressing the needs of transportation-disadvantaged residents and responding to carbon neutrality in the transportation sector have become urgent challenges, driving the need to advance and modernize public transportation systems.In Maebashi City, challenges such as demographic changes, increasingly diverse mobility needs, and a shortage of bus drivers have emerged. As the city examined optimal bus route reorganization measures under the Maebashi City Regional Public Transportation Plan, it required robust and credible scientific evidence to substantiate the effectiveness of these measures.Fujitsu was selected for the COMmmmONS project in April 2025 and developed a system capable of simulating both fixed-route and demand-responsive transportation, a first for Japan. The utility of the simulation results generated by this system was subsequently recognized, leading to its adoption in Maebashi City's regional public transportation plan.The comprehensive traffic simulation system leverages Fujitsu's social digital twin technology to support the pre-verification of measures by simulating human and social behavior. It utilizes generally available statistical data on resident attributes, movement, and destinations, as well as ridership data obtainable from MaaS apps.1. Evaluation of policy effects through high-precision simulationThe system utilizes unique Fujitsu technologies: artificial population technology, which generates resident data reflecting regional characteristics based on over 10 statistical anonymized datasets including the National Census; a behavioral selection model that uses AI to learn real-world travel data (i.e., travel times, costs for potential routes, residents' ages, car ownership status, etc.) and reproduce the travel mode selection characteristics of local residents; and multi-agent simulation technology, capable of simulating multiple transportation modes with different characteristics. This enables the estimation of detailed resident travel demand and generates simulation results that closely reflect real-world travel conditions, even when actual travel data is insufficient, thereby accurately evaluating the expected effects of policies.2. Streamlining plan formulation and accelerating consensus buildingThe system handles travel demand forecasting and modal split estimation as well as policy consideration and visualization of simulation results. Utilizing this system in regional transportation plan formulation can streamline the process, reducing the time required for consensus building with stakeholders, particularly transportation operators, by approximately 25%. The process previously could take between one and two years when outsourced to consulting firms.3. Support for optimal plan formulation with multi-faceted evaluation indicatorsThe system provides a wide range of evaluation indicators, including usage status and service levels for each transportation mode, ride-sharing rates for demand-responsive transport, and overall project costs for measures. This enables a comprehensive evaluation of the impact of transportation policies on users, operators, and the entire region, supporting the formulation of optimal plans to resolve "transportation deserts" where securing public transportation is difficult, and to realize sustainable regional transportation.Fujitsu plans to commercialize this system as a service by fiscal year 2026, developing it into a standard tool applicable across Japan. It will also promote collaboration with partners engaged in optimizing regional transportation, including local governments, consulting firms, and transportation operators. Through these efforts, Fujitsu aims to support the formulation of regional public transportation plans for local governments across Japan.Fujitsu will continue to train the system using mobility data and other sources to establish it as an AI engine capable of accurately replicating the diverse behaviors of local residents so that it can contribute to urban development and community planning nationwide.Under Uvance, Fujitsu's business model to address societal challenges, it will advance sustainable cities where everyone can live comfortably by enhancing regional transportation through data and AI.About COMmmmONSIn the field of regional transportation, while the adoption of digital technologies such as MaaS and ride-hailing apps is progressing, the siloed development of business models and systems has resulted in a lack of interoperability between services and data. As improving the quality and productivity of transportation services to resolve transportation deserts becomes an urgent issue, a new approach is needed to systematically promote regional transportation DX centered on collaboration and cooperation. The regional transportation DX promotion project "COMmmmONS (Code for Mobility Common Society)" is a new initiative that aims to create and standardize best practices for problem-solving using digital technology across four pillars: services, data, management, and business processes. By horizontally deploying these practices, it seeks to create technological assets that become common property for society.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.fujitsu Copyright 2026 JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.jcnnewswire.com

中国新城镇2025年内溢利大增35.5% 持续派息回馈股东

香港, 2026年3月23日 - (亚太商讯 via SeaPRwire.com) - 2026年3月20日,专注于中国内地投资及优质资产持有运营的中国新城镇发展有限公司("中国新城镇"或"公司",及其附属公司,统称"集团";香港股票代号:01278.HK)欣然宣布截至2025年12月31日止12个月("2025年"或"回顾期")之经营业绩。回顾期内,集团持续深化改革转型路径,在攻坚克难中交出高质量答卷。2025年集团录得主营业收入约3.89亿元(单位:人民币,下同),同比增长15%;年内溢利7571万元,同比增长35.5%;母公司权益拥有人应占溢利总额约7329万元,同比增长65.4%。董事会建议派发末期股息为每股普通股0.0025港元。主营业务稳健增长,固收业务持续优化回顾期内,集团继续保持稳健经营。2025年公司实现城镇化投资收入2.31亿元,同比增长约25%,主要因为城镇化项目投资余额较去年同期增加,对应项目投资收入增加。实现物业租赁及管理费收入人民币约1.00亿元,包括物业租赁收入人民币0.76亿元、物业管理费收入人民币0.24亿元。实现工程建设收入人民币5,717.5万元。面对国内外复杂经济形势,集团依托股东无锡交通集团与国开金融的资源优势,充分发挥"地方国资+央企金融机构"的业务网络效应,做好主营业务的管理及运营,实现了稳定增长。2025年集团城镇化投资业务稳中有进,持续贡献稳定现金流。截至2025年12月31日,固定收益投资组合总额达人民币33.66亿元。优质资产运营稳中提质。武汉光谷物业项目面对市场压力实现"止跌回升",通过精准招商与服务升级,年底平均出租率回升至75%,保证了投资性房地产估值的稳定。借力股东资源聚焦战略转型,拓展增长新空间2025年集团紧抓国家大力发展新质生产力的政策机遇,结合股东的资源优势,围绕集成电路、新能源、新材料、高端装备制造、环保等新经济方向进行优质股权项目储备,战略并购路径逐步聚焦及清晰,拟通过持有不同行业的优质资产,打造稳健收入及现金流以及后续新业务领域的增长空间。值得一提的是,集团发挥股东协同优势,在实现经营业绩稳健增长的同时,融资工作取得重大突破,成功发行15亿元离岸人民币债券,用于现有债务的再融资,进一步降低了债务成本并优化了期限结构,为集团后续业务的发展提供可持续的资金支援。持续派息,提供稳定股东回报2025年集团拟派发末期股息0.0025港币/股,加上中期已经派发的中期股息0.0016港币/股,2025年集团全年派息金额约3900万港元。自2023年中期恢复派息以来,集团累计已经派发及拟派发股息金额达到了约1.2亿元人民币,显示了持续回报股东的意愿和行动。未来展望展望2026年,作为"十五五"开局之年,集团将紧扣国家新质生产力导向,聚焦战略新兴产业与信创产业,加速业务转型。固收业务稳中提质,保障现金流;优化武汉光谷等核心资产运营,提升效能。同时,积极储备优质股权项目,力争战略并购实质突破,持续为股东创造核心价值。关于中国新城镇发展有限公司中国新城镇(香港联交所股份代号︰1278)为中国内地的投资及优质资产运营商。自2014年起,本集团顺应中国新城镇化发展趋势优化了业务模式,以"投资+下游产品运营"的业务模式,通过固定收益类项目投资作为出发点,持有优质资产管理及运营,同时以市场为导向,全力在新材料、半导体、高端装备制造等新经济领域拓展股权投资业务,积累行业投资经验。本新闻稿由千里国际顾问有限公司代表中国新城镇发展有限公司发布。如有垂询,请联络:中国新城镇发展有限公司 ir@china-newtown.com千里国际顾问有限公司Fancy Wang fancywang@maxima.hk Copyright 2026 亚太商讯 via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com

Hitachi Receives the 2026 Catalyst Award, a Global Recognition for Building an Inclusive Organization

TOKYO, Mar 23, 2026 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Hitachi, Ltd. (TSE:6501) announced that it has been named a 2026 Catalyst Award winner , in recognition of its efforts to embed inclusion as a core element of its global management and business strategies.Catalyst is the global nonprofit accelerating organizational performance and progress through workplace inclusion for everyone. The Catalyst Award is the premier global recognition of workplace inclusion initiatives.Through the “Together, We Are Stronger” initiative, Hitachi has driven a more inclusive culture across the organization by advancing inclusive leadership and strengthening talent practices while addressing long-established cultural norms in Japan. Championed by senior leadership, Hitachi’s approach combines global governance with local implementation to accelerate talent opportunities across the company’s diverse markets, while promoting a culture of psychological safety, trust and shared accountability. The initiative focuses on leadership development programs at multiple career stages, transparent talent processes, and company‑wide well‑being efforts that support all employees. Together, these efforts demonstrate how inclusion can drive both organizational performance and innovation, positioning Hitachi as a company committed to delivering social and business impact.Lorena Dellagiovanna, Senior Vice President and Executive Officer, CHRO, Chief Sustainability Officer , Hitachi, Ltd. , said: Inclusion is how we build strong teams and better ideas at Hitachi. When people have fair opportunity to contribute and grow, innovation follows and drives positive social impact. This Catalyst Award affirms the journey we have taken and reinforces our commitment to keep moving forward.For more information about Hitachi Group’s inclusion initiative, please visit: Hitachi Sustainability Report 2025About Catalyst: https://www.catalyst.org/Catalyst Press Release:https://www.catalyst.org/about/newsroom/2026/media-release-2026-catalyst-awardAbout 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 FY 2024 (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

Results from Real-World, Long-Term Treatment Persistence with LEQEMBI(R) (lecanemab-irmb) in the United States Presented at AD/PD(TM) 2026

TOKYO and CAMBRIDGE, Mass., Mar 23, 2026 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Eisai Co., Ltd. and Biogen Inc. announced today that new real‑world findings from an analysis of long‑term treatment persistence and baseline characteristics among people receiving intravenous (IV) lecanemab (generic name, brand name LEQEMBI®), an anti‑amyloid‑β (Aβ) protofibril antibody, showed that most patients continue with ongoing lecanemab therapy after the initial 18 months of treatment. The analysis was presented at the 20th International Conference on Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s Diseases and Related Neurological Disorders (AD/PD™ 2026) in Copenhagen, Denmark, and online.In real‑world clinical practice, patients with chronic diseases who stay on their treatments longer tend to experience better clinical outcomes and higher satisfaction.1,2 Ninety-four percent of patients who completed 18 months of lecanemab treatment in the Phase III Clarity AD chose to continue maintenance treatment by enrolling in the subsequent open-label, long-term extension (OLE) study. In the OLE of Clarity AD study, patients continue to benefit from four years of lecanemab treatment compared with the natural course of Alzheimer’s disease (Alzheimer’s Disease Neuroimaging Initiative: ADNI*).Long-Term Persistence and Patient Characteristics for Lecanemab in Real-World Use in the United States (Presentation: March 20, 17:05 CET)This analysis is the first time real-world lecanemab data on treatment persistence beyond 18 months has been reported.This study was a retrospective observational analysis using the PurpleLab® CLEAR Claims database, a comprehensive dataset based on medical insurance claims across the United States and was conducted to evaluate the long‑term treatment persistence of lecanemab in real‑world clinical practice.Patient background and dosing The analysis population consisted of 10,763 individuals who met the requirement for continuous healthcare encounters, out of the 13,388 individuals recorded in the database who received at least one intravenous treatment with lecanemab between January 6, 2023 and November 30, 2025. At baseline, the mean age was 73.8 years and 56.5% were female. The most common comorbidities were dyslipidemia (42.2%) and hypertension (36.9%). The mean follow-up duration was 350.9 days. The average number of administrations was 1.7 per month, and the mean dosing interval was 16.4 days (median 14 days), which was generally consistent with the recommended every two weeks dosing.Long-Term persistence results The time-dependent proportion of patients who remained on lecanemab treatment was evaluated, using the Kaplan–Meier method in a subgroup of 371 patients who initiated treatment in 2023 and had 20 months of continuous follow-up, thereby enabling assessment of long-term treatment persistence beyond 18 months. As a result, 78.4% of individuals continued lecanemab treatment at 18 months, 71.7% at 20 months, and 67.3% at 24 months. Of the 78.4% of patients who remained on lecanemab at 18 months, the majority of them continued treatment during the maintenance period beyond 18 months, confirming a high rate of treatment persistence with lecanemab in real-world clinical practice. The patient characteristics and dosing patterns observed in this claims-based analysis were generally similar to those reported in the Clarity AD. Furthermore, the relatively high treatment adherence observed among individuals suggests that potential delays due to MRI monitoring requirements, adverse events, and other factors did not substantially affect lecanemab dosing.Eisai serves as the lead for lecanemab’s development and regulatory submissions globally with Eisai and Biogen co-commercializing and co-promoting the product and Eisai having final decision-making authority.* ADNI is a clinical research project launched in 2005 to develop methods to predict the onset and progression of AD and to confirm the effectiveness of treatments. The project involves a multi-year longitudinal observation targeting healthy elderly individuals as well as patients with mild cognitive impairment (MCI) and early stages of AD.About lecanemab (generic name, brand name: LEQEMBI)Lecanemab is the result of a strategic research alliance between Eisai and BioArctic. It is a humanized immunoglobulin gamma (IgG1) monoclonal antibody directed against aggregated soluble (protofibril) and insoluble forms of amyloid-beta (Aβ).Lecanemab has been approved in 53 countries and regions including Japan, the United States, China, Europe, South Korea, Taiwan, and Saudi Arabia, and is under regulatory review in 6 countries. Following the initial phase with treatment every two weeks for 18 months, intravenous (IV) maintenance dosing with treatment every four weeks was approved in 7 countries including the U.S., China, the UK, and others, and applications have been filed in 10 countries and regions. The U.S. FDA approved Eisai’s Biologics License Application (BLA) for subcutaneous maintenance dosing with LEQEMBI IQLIK in August 2025. A Supplemental Biologics License Application (sBLA) for initiation treatment was accepted in January 2026. The sBLA has been granted Priority Review, with a Prescription Drug User Fee Act (PDUFA) action date of May 24, 2026. In November 2025, an application for a subcutaneous injectable formulation in Japan was submitted. In January 2026, the Biologics License Application (BLA) for the subcutaneous formulation was accepted in China. In December 2025, Lecanemab (IV) has been included in the “Commercial Insurance Innovative Drug List”, recently introduced by the National Healthcare Security Administration (NHSA) of China.In the global Phase 3 placebo-controlled, double-blind, parallel-group, randomized Clarity AD core study, the mean change from baseline between the lecanemab treated group and the placebo group after 18 months was -0.45 (P=0.00005) on the primary endpoint of CDR-SB global cognitive and functional scale. To provide context, a change from 0.5 to 1 on the Clinical Dementia Rating (CDR) score domains of Memory, Community Affairs and Home/Hobbies reflects a shift from mild impairment to loss of independence. This can affect a person’s ability to be left alone safely, recall recent events, participate in daily activities, manage household tasks, and engage in hobbies and intellectual interests.3,4Over three years of treatment, including both the core study and the OLE, data showed lecanemab demonstrated a reduction in cognitive decline—measured by CDR-SB—of 1.01 points compared to the expected decline observed in the Alzheimer’s Disease Neuroimaging Initiative (ADNI) cohort. This benefit grew more pronounced after four years, with a reduction of 1.75 points. Similarly, when benchmarked against the expected decline in the BioFINDER** cohort, lecanemab showed a reduction of 1.40 points at three years and an even greater reduction of 2.17 points at the four years mark.Since July 2020 the Phase 3 clinical study (AHEAD 3-45) for individuals with preclinical AD, meaning they are clinically normal and have intermediate or elevated levels of amyloid in their brains, is ongoing. AHEAD 3-45 is conducted as a public-private partnership between the Alzheimer's Clinical Trial Consortium that provides the infrastructure for academic clinical trials in AD and related dementias in the U.S, funded by the National Institute on Aging, part of the National Institutes of Health, Eisai and Biogen. Since January 2022, the Tau NexGen clinical study for Dominantly Inherited AD (DIAD), that is conducted by Dominantly Inherited Alzheimer Network Trials Unit (DIAN-TU), led by Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis, is ongoing and includes lecanemab as the backbone anti-amyloid therapy.** BioFINDER subjects are similar to Study 301 and ADNI subjects, except all BioFINDER subjects are in the MCI stage and no mild AD subjects are included, and their baseline CDR-SB is lower. BioFINDER is a largescale, long-term prospective study led by Lund University in Sweden, aiming to establish early. diagnosis and elucidate pathophysiology of neurodegenerative diseases. In addition to AD, the study also focuses on conditions including Parkinson's Disease. Individuals participating in the study undergo regular clinical assessments, cognitive function tests, brain imaging (MRI, Aβ PET, Tau PET), and collection of biomarkers from blood and cerebrospinal fluid (CSF).About ProtofibrilsProtofibrils are believed to contribute to the brain injury that occurs with AD and are considered to be the most toxic form of soluble Aβ, having a primary role in the cognitive decline associated with this progressive, debilitating condition.3 Protofibrils cause injury to neurons in the brain, which in turn, can negatively impact cognitive function via multiple mechanisms, not only increasing the development of insoluble Aβ plaques but also increasing direct damage to brain cell membranes and the connections that transmit signals between nerve cells or nerve cells and other cells. It is believed the reduction of protofibrils may prevent the progression of AD by reducing damage to neurons in the brain and cognitive dysfunction.4About the Collaboration between Eisai and Biogen for ADEisai and Biogen have been collaborating on the joint development and commercialization of AD treatments since 2014. Eisai serves as the lead of lecanemab development and regulatory submissions globally with both companies co-commercializing and co-promoting the product and Eisai having final decision-making authority.About the Collaboration between Eisai and BioArctic for ADSince 2005, Eisai and BioArctic have had a long-term collaboration regarding the development and commercialization of AD treatments. Eisai obtained the global rights to study, develop, manufacture and market lecanemab for the treatment of AD pursuant to an agreement with BioArctic in December 2007. The development and commercialization agreement on the antibody lecanemab back-up was signed in May 2015.About Eisai Co., Ltd.Eisai's Corporate Concept is "to give first thought to patients and people in the daily living domain, and to increase the benefits that health care provides." Under this Concept (also known as human health care (hhc) Concept), we aim to effectively achieve social good in the form of relieving anxiety over health and reducing health disparities. 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