(AsiaGameHub) - The Orlando Magic will face off against the Philadelphia 76ers in an NBA Play-In Game this evening. Tipoff is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. ET on Amazon Prime Video.
The victor of tonight’s matchup will secure the Eastern Conference’s No. 7 seed. The losing team will take on the Charlotte Hornets for the No. 8 seed on Friday.
DraftKings Sportsbook has listed the 76ers as 1.5-point favorites, with a combined total score set at 224.5. Fifty-eight percent of the spread wagers and ticketed bets are backing Philadelphia.
Now, let’s dive into our top player prop bets for the Magic vs. 76ers, using odds from DraftKings Pick6.
Top Player Props for Magic vs. 76ers
Orlando’s Paolo Banchero OVER 13.5 Assists & Rebounds
Paolo Banchero is a dominant rebounder for the Magic, averaging 8.4 rebounds per game. That places him 17th across the NBA.
The former Duke standout is also a reliable playmaker for a frontcourt player, averaging 5.2 assists per game. Here’s how Banchero performed in his past three matchups:
10 rebounds and 11 assists (for 21 total points) against the Celtics
9 rebounds and 7 assists (16 total points) against the Bulls
8 rebounds and 6 assists (14 total points) against the Timberwolves
In their most recent matchup against the 76ers, Banchero grabbed 11 rebounds and dished out seven assists, handily beating this prop total.
Philadelphia’s Paul George OVER 2.5 3-Pointers Made
Joel Embiid is unavailable for the 76ers following last week’s appendectomy. Tyrese Maxey (28.3 ppg) and Embiid (26.9 ppg) lead Philadelphia in scoring, but Paul George (17.3 ppg) will need to elevate his play in the star big man’s absence.
George scores most of his points from beyond the arc. His team-leading 39.2% shooting from three-point range bears that out. George averages 2.7 three-pointers per game, but that average jumped to 3.4 across the 10 games he has played since returning from a suspension related to taking improper medication.
George has hit more than this number of three-pointers in seven straight games following his return, and he has cleared this prop mark in eight of his past 10 outings.
Philadelphia’s Tyrese Maxey UNDER 30.5 Points
Going up against one of the NBA’s most explosive scorers can feel intimidating, but Maxey’s recent performance trends make this bet a logical choice. Tyrese Maxey has finished below this point total in eight of his past 10 matchups.
With Embiid sidelined, the burden of scoring will fall squarely on Maxey’s shoulders, and Orlando’s defensive game plan will focus on limiting him as the team’s primary scoring threat. Maxey, who averages 28.3 ppg, posted 29 points in their most recent game against the Magic.
We advise backing the UNDER here, but our official wager has already been placed at DraftKings Pick6:
Paolo Banchero OVER 13.5 combined assists and rebounds
Paul George OVER 2.5 three-pointers made
Wager: $50 to win $156 (with a 30% NBA Winnings Boost)
Wishing you the best of luck with all of your wagers this evening!
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(AsiaGameHub) - Social media companies should be responsible for covering the costs of treating Indonesian citizens for gambling addiction, according to lawmakers.
These calls originate from the policy-making People’s Representative Council, as reported by the Indonesian media outlet Inibalikpapan, following a series of disturbing, high-profile crimes linked to gambling.
Lawmakers stated that online gambling addiction is leading to terrible tragedies and urged social media platforms to demonstrate accountability by contributing to the funding of rehabilitation centers.
Council member Abdullah, also known as Gus Abduh, who serves on the commission and represents Central Java’s sixth electoral district, asserted that social media platforms are "profiting from [gambling-related] web traffic."
Abduh stated, "[Social media operators] must not be allowed to benefit from traffic, either directly or indirectly. They must contribute to the funding of rehabilitation centers for [...] addicts."
Social Media Firms: Gambling Addiction Accountability Needed
In recent weeks, Indonesian newspapers have been extensively covering online gambling-related crime.
Authorities in Makassar reported that a man attacked his wife and cousin with a machete when they attempted to prevent him from gambling online.
In Lahat, police have charged a suspect with the murder of their mother after she discovered them stealing gold to fund their online gambling activities.
Meanwhile, the head of a local government body in Medan Maimun is accused of embezzling up to IDR 1.2 billion ($70,000) in public funds to support their gambling habits.
Abduh characterized the issue as having escalated beyond a mere "legal" concern to become a "national social and economic crisis."
The lawmaker recommended that the government draw inspiration from countries such as the United States and the United Kingdom.
He noted that both the US and UK have "integrated a rehabilitative approach." The lawmaker explained that instead of "simply blocking online casino sites," Jakarta would benefit from adopting a similar strategy.
"We need regulations that require social media operations to help create a national rehabilitation system for online gambling addicts," he proposed.
Despite a police investigation that has resulted in the jailing of many young female Instagram influencers, social media personalities continue to promote online casinos on their platforms.
Lawmakers in the Indonesian House of Representatives (Image: Andylala Waluyo/VOA)
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Abduh pointed out that the "massive amount of funds circulating" within the online casino sector is disproportionate to the number of available rehabilitation facilities.
He stated that the state currently offers only "limited rehabilitation services" for individuals struggling with online gambling addiction.
"The state must intervene," the lawmaker concluded. "Online gambling addiction is a behavioral disorder that robs people of self-control. If they are not rehabilitated, we will see more criminals emerge."
According to data from the Financial Transaction Reports and Analysis Center, Indonesians deposit as much as $58.39 million annually on online gambling sites.
This occurs despite a comprehensive crackdown that has led to the blocking of tens of thousands of citizens' bank accounts.
The center, which is Indonesia’s leading anti-money laundering agency, reports that all of these accounts belong to individuals who have placed bets on online casino sites.
Civil law courts across the country also indicate that online gambling addiction is becoming a primary reason for divorce.
Many of the nation's leading psychiatric hospitals have reported a significant increase in both inpatient and outpatient cases of gambling addiction.
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(SeaPRwire) - 一名伊朗将军周三警告称，如果美国军方对伊朗港口的封锁持续下去，德黑兰可能会关闭红海及其他地区航道的交通。据Middle East Eye报道，伊朗最高军事指挥机构哈塔姆-安比亚中央总部（Khatam-al Anbiya Central Headquarters）的阿里·阿卜杜拉希·阿里阿巴迪少将（Maj. Gen. Ali Abdollahi Aliabadi）的言论由伊朗国家电视台播出。该新闻媒体报道称，阿里阿巴迪表示，如果美国的封锁持续下去，这将“给伊朗的商船和油轮带来不安全”，并构成“违反当前美伊停火协议的前奏”。据报道，阿里阿巴迪补充道：“伊斯兰共和国强大的武装力量不会允许波斯湾、阿曼湾和红海的任何进出口继续进行。”当被Digital询问置评时，白宫提供了新闻秘书卡罗琳·莱维特（Karoline Leavitt）的一份声明，声明称：“特朗普总统、万斯副总统和谈判团队已明确表明美国的红线。”莱维特说：“随着特朗普总统高效的海军封锁生效，伊朗人对达成协议的迫切性只会增加，这正将油轮送往美丽的美洲湾。”美国中央司令部周三发表声明称，美国拦截了九艘试图突破伊朗港口封锁的船只。据悉，这九艘均为油轮。一名美国高级国防官员周三也向证实了路透社（Reuters）的一份报道，即一艘美国驱逐舰周二拦截了两艘试图离开伊朗的油轮。一名美国官员告诉路透社，这些船只离开阿曼湾的恰巴哈尔港（Chabahar port）后，美国军舰通过无线电通信与它们取得了联系。美国中央司令部周三表示：“在美国对进出伊朗港口的船只实施封锁的最初48小时内，没有任何船只通过美国军队的封锁。”“此外，已有9艘船只遵照美国军队的指示掉头，返回伊朗港口或沿海地区，”该司令部补充道。莉兹·弗里登（Liz Friden）对本报道有贡献。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。
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(AsiaGameHub) - Nine South Korean government employees face accusations of promoting a high-profile scam centered on an illegal sports betting platform that promised gamblers “guaranteed profits.”
Law enforcement officials have launched an investigation following a Chuncheon City Hall audit that uncovered evidence the government employees helped defraud hundreds of South Koreans out of a combined total of more than $18.2 million, per South Korean media outlet G1 News.
The group is alleged to have promoted a platform called GM Ball, which claimed to provide bettors with reverse betting options.
In sports betting, a reverse bet — sometimes referred to as an action reverse — is a wager that connects two or more separate bets. Placing these bets lets bettors essentially wager on both sides of a team sports contest, so long as they put up twice the standard stake.
A betting page from the now-shuttered GM Ball website. (Image: G1 News/Screenshot)
South Korean Government Employees Recruited Scam Site Victims
Law enforcement has been investigating the platform’s suspected operator for multiple weeks and has since taken the site offline.
Investigators noted that the operators “inflated their membership counts” by “promising high returns.” They told gamblers they could earn additional income by referring new users to the platform.
According to law enforcement, the site was actually a Ponzi-style scam. A police spokesperson confirmed that more than 800 victims have been identified across the country.
Four of the site’s alleged ringleaders fled to Thailand, but police later repatriated all of the suspects back to South Korea.
Chuncheon City Hall (Image: G1 News/Screenshot)
Chuncheon is the most populous city in South Korea’s Gangwon Province.
Auditors reported that several victims have been identified in Gangwon, adding that their probe “confirmed that Chuncheon City officials also used the platform to place wagers.”
Auditors stated that all nine city employees used the platform, with an unspecified number of the accused also “serving as local recruiters.”
These employees “signed up citizens and fellow government workers,” with some being given high-end smartwatches as an incentive. At least one of the civil servants placed bets totaling nearly $6,800 on GM Ball.
One of the accused individuals told investigators, “The operators threatened to freeze our funds, so we began recruiting people we knew.”
Law Enforcement Investigation Remains Ongoing
Chuncheon City Hall has imposed disciplinary measures against its government employees.
Three have received salary reductions, five have been officially reprimanded, and a single employee has been given a formal written warning.
This situation may not be fully resolved, however, as law enforcement is pursuing a separate ongoing investigation.
The vast majority of online sports betting activities are illegal in South Korea, with the only exceptions being state-run horse racing platforms and Sports Toto.
The latter service provides sports pool-style betting, with a daily limit of 100,000 won (roughly $70).
Over the past several months, South Korean media outlets have shared reports that dozens of teenagers are using stolen identification cards to place bets on Sports Toto.
Many of these teens report that they have developed a “dependency” on sports betting.
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(AsiaGameHub) - On Tuesday, BetMGM CEO Adam Greenblatt highlighted the difficulties posed by prediction markets during the firm's Q1 2026 earnings call.
The company reported net revenue of $696 million for the first quarter, a 6.6% year-over-year increase, alongside an adjusted EBITDA of $25 million, which rose 11% YoY. These results came during a period of intense spending by prediction market operators such as Kalshi and Polymarket.
Greenblatt stated that the quarterly performance "fell slightly short of expectations because of a mix of player-favorable sports outcomes and market conditions, which include heightened competitive pressures."
He specifically pointed out that BetMGM's customer acquisition costs saw a substantial rise due to the activities of prediction markets, which are increasingly putting pressure on conventional online sports betting (OSB) providers.
"This surge is primarily fueled by new companies in the sports betting space purchasing media within the category," Greenblatt explained. "They identify as prediction markets and are acquiring sports betting keywords, in addition to spending heavily on any available sports media outlet."
He continued, "Their marketing directly targets sports bettors, which drives up the expense of attracting new OSB customers and lengthens the time to recoup those costs. Several of these firms even incorporate a sportsbook feature in their product to mimic the sports betting experience as closely as possible."
BetMGM Sees Higher Player Values in Q1
In the first quarter, BetMGM's average monthly active users (AMAs) decreased by 9% compared to the previous year, settling at 597,000. However, the handle per active user grew by 23%.
"We are observing higher player values and a greater handle per active user than we had anticipated for the year," commented BetMGM CFO Gary Deutsch. "The number of players has been lower, yet the overall net effect is positive, as we balance these various metrics.
"Factors like the overall handle influence how the handle accumulates. Therefore, we adjust and evaluate all these indicators collectively. The key takeaway is that we are consistently seeing player values exceed our projections."
Greenblatt added, "BetMGM's sports segment attracts a larger proportion of bettors who place higher stakes and are of greater value. Although this leads to slightly more volatility in our hold percentage, the loyalty of these customers is a strength for us, as they are generally more steadfast than a predominantly recreational user base."
Customer Battle With Prediction Markets Expected to Continue
During the call, Greenblatt was questioned on whether prediction markets are making successful inroads with BetMGM's high-value bettors.
"We are finding the more premium segments of our customer base to be remarkably stable," he responded. "In the overall pyramid of players, the performance improves as you move towards the top, and our players have performed well year on year.
"Consequently, I believe our strategic approach is demonstrating its effectiveness and suitability during these more unpredictable market conditions."
Greenblatt also reaffirmed the company's position of holding its ground against prediction markets.
"We align with 40 state attorneys general, our OSB regulators, regulated states, and tribal partners," he stated. "We anticipate a swift resolution from the likely Supreme Court hearing on the case that supports states' rights, tribal rights, and opposes prediction markets.
"For the remainder of the year, we are adjusting our OSB marketing strategy based on the expectation that the current media environment will continue."
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(AsiaGameHub) - Amid regulatory uncertainty within the UK gaming sector, Matchroom Holdings is actively seeking sponsorship opportunities outside the betting industry.
This disclosure was made in the group's latest Companies House filing, which outlines financial results for the year concluding on 30 June 2025. The holding company is the entity behind Matchroom Sport, best recognized for organizing professional boxing and darts competitions.
The sports enterprise led by Eddie Hearn encompasses several betting partners throughout its divisions, including Matchroom Boxing, Matchroom Multi Sport, World Snooker, and the Professional Darts Corporation (PDC). Hearn holds the position of Chairman for both Matchroom Sport and the PDC.
Currently, the regulatory landscape regarding betting partnerships in the UK remains somewhat precarious. Although there is no significant legal initiative underway to prohibit gambling sponsorship, pressure has intensified over recent years, notably throughout the Gambling Act review spanning 2020-2023.
“Modifications to gambling legislation could influence the capacity of firms within the Betting and Gaming sector to leverage their brands during group events,” according to the statement from Matchroom’s Companies House filing.
“The directors are actively seeking to diversify the group's sponsor base beyond this sector.”
Matchroom – a historical partner of betting firms
Given its role as the promoter for significant boxing, darts, and snooker tournaments, Matchroom has naturally drawn substantial commercial and marketing interest from betting firms.
Major spectacles, such as world heavyweight title bouts featuring stars like Anthony Joshua, along with recurring annual events like the World Darts Championship (WDC) and World Snooker Tour (WST), offer extensive reach that bookmakers have been eager to capitalize on.
Matchroom Boxing currently holds partnerships with the British firm Betfred and the Antiguan-based online brand Betonline. Previously, the organization also partnered with William Hill before that firm was acquired by evoke.
Anthony Joshua in Cardiff, 2018 – Credit: Huw Fairclough / Shutterstock
However, the majority of partners are associated with the PDC. Fluter Entertainment’s Paddy Power sponsors the WDC, while MGM Resorts’ BetMGM partners with Premier League Darts.
Additionally, Betfed sponsors the World Matchplay, BoyleSports backs the World Grand Prix, Entain’s Ladbrokes supports both the UK Open and the Players Championship Finals, and BetVictor sponsors the World Cup of Darts.
Betting agreements also extend across Matchroom’s snooker portfolio. Yolo Group’s Sportsbet.io serves as a primary partner for the Masconi Cup and the WST, while Midnite is also a partner of the latter.
These sponsorship deals likely played a major role in Matchroom’s 2025 results.
As of 30 June 2025, the group recorded a post-tax profit of £44m. This included £16.1m from darts, £9.9m from boxing, £2.5m from the Multi Sport division, £1.3m from snooker, and £2m from media, streaming, and production activities.
It remains unclear which entities Matchroom might select to replace its betting partners. Rumors suggest that Premier League clubs, which are removing betting sponsors from the front of their shirts at the end of this season, might enter agreements with prediction platforms or financial trading firms.
Matchroom might follow suit, although this is far from assured given that prediction platforms have significantly less visibility in the UK compared to the US.
In any case, the company faces a significant gap in commercial revenue if regulatory pressure drives away betting partners. Alternatively, if betting partners decide to reduce their sponsorship budgets due to UK tax hikes—a move already being made by Entain, evoke, and Flutter—the company would face a similar shortfall.
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(AsiaGameHub) - The Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) has reversed an earlier ruling against Ladbrokes, determining that its “Ladbucks” ad campaign does not violate regulations aimed at safeguarding minors.
This revised decision supersedes one published in June 2025; following a re-evaluation, the regulator now concludes that complaints about the advertisements should be “not upheld.”
The case focused on television and video-on-demand ads promoting “Ladbucks” — a rewards program offered by Entain-owned Ladbrokes. The ads featured token-like coins and highlighted incentives such as free bets and free spins.
Two complainants argued that the name “Ladbucks” and its visual presentation could strongly appeal to children, as they resemble in-game currencies used in popular titles Fortnite and Roblox.
In its revised assessment, the ASA acknowledged similarities between Ladbucks and gaming tokens like V-Bucks and Robux. However, it concluded these similarities were too generic to create a strong appeal to under-18s.
The regulator noted that while token-based systems are common in video games, they are also widely used in adult-oriented contexts, such as loyalty schemes. It also highlighted key visual differences, including the darker color scheme and poker chip-style design of the Ladbucks token.
The ASA further determined that the ads lacked features typically associated with youth-focused content, such as cartoon imagery, characters, or fantasy elements. References to gambling games were brief and not presented in a way that would attract younger audiences, according to the authority.
Although the ads were subject to age-related restrictions — including post-watershed TV placement and controls on video-on-demand platforms — the ASA said these measures alone were insufficient to guarantee under-18s would be excluded from viewing.
As a result, the ads still needed to comply with rules preventing “strong” appeal to children. However, the regulator ultimately concluded they met these requirements.
The ASA investigated the ads under both the BCAP and CAP Codes and found no breaches. Both complaints were therefore dismissed, marking a reversal of its earlier position and clearing Ladbrokes’ campaign to continue running.
It’s not just the ASA cracking down
This decision represents a small victory for a gambling industry company in an advertising dispute. Regulators across Europe, not just the UK’s ASA, have become far more stringent regarding advertising in recent years.
Last year, the ASA penalized the brand William Hill (owned by evoke) for a voucher promotion deemed to encourage irresponsible gambling. The authority has also recently tightened its stance on social media influencers promoting gambling.
Across Europe, the Dutch regulator Kansspelautoriteit (KSA) has warned several operators for non-compliance, notably regarding gambling company logos visible during European football matches. The Irish Advertising Standards Authority (IASA) also pulled two of TonyBet’s YouTube adverts back in February.
However, the Ladbrokes ruling shows regulators aren’t just punishing for punishment’s sake. While the decision stems from an advert that first aired on TV in 2024, it reflects a level of accountability from the UK’s authority.
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BRISBANE, AUS, Apr 15, 2026 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Graphene Manufacturing Group Ltd. (TSXV: GMG) (OTCQX: GMGMF) ("GMG" or the "Company") is pleased to provide the latest progress update on the Graphene Aluminium-Ion Battery technology ("G+A CELLS") being developed by GMG and the University of Queensland ("UQ") under a Joint Development Agreement with Rio Tinto, one of the world's largest metals and mining groups, and with the support of the Battery Innovation Center of Indiana ("BIC") in the United States of America.The GMG G+A CELLS have now demonstrated superior performance characteristics when compared to a representative market leading ultra-fast charging batteries, the Lithium Titanate Oxide ("LTO") batteries, which can be sold at a premium price of up to US$1200/kWh.1Figure 1 shows the current energy density of G+A CELLS, based on BIC testing, and shows the doubling in performance (26 to 49 Wh/kg) since the previous announcement in December 20252 and in comparison, to a representative market leading fast charging high power LTO batteries.Figure 1: Increase in Energy Density for G+A CELLS since December '25 UpdateTo view an enhanced version of this graphic, please visit:https://images.newsfilecorp.com/files/8082/292641_figure1.jpgFigure 2 shows the charge and discharge curves for the G+A CELLS when charged in 6 minutes (10C) and 60 minutes (1C). The energy density of the cells for the G+A CELLS when charged in 60 minutes (1C) is now 101 Wh/kg when charging to 100% State of Charge (SOC) which is an increase from 58 Wh/kg from the previous update. This shows the G+A CELLS have a nominal voltage of approximately 3.2 Volts (an increase from 3.0 Volts in the previous update). The G+A CELLS maintained performance over hundreds of cycles at 6-minute fast charging rate (10C).Figure 2: Battery performance curves of G+A CELLS at 60 min and 6min charge (1C & 10C)To view an enhanced version of this graphic, please visit:https://images.newsfilecorp.com/files/8082/292641_9a72ca9bb4963a29_001full.jpgBob Galyen, GMG Non-Executive Director and former CTO of CATL - the largest battery manufacturer in the world, commented: "With the possibility of charging from empty to full in around six minutes, this chemistry fundamentally changes how designers can think about electric vehicles, consumer electronics, and stationary storage. Instead of planning around long charge stops with large packs, engineers can optimise for rapid energy turnaround, with higher power, and safer, with GMG's battery made from abundant raw materials. Lithium-ion will remain a key part of the energy landscape for years to come, but its limitations in fast charging, temperature tolerance, and critical-mineral supply are increasingly evident. By leveraging aluminium and graphene, the GMG team is demonstrating a pathway to reduce reliance on traditional lithium-based systems and or combinatorial systems with multiple battery technologies while delivering step-change improvements in charge time and power density. This is not an incremental tweak to existing cells - it is a new platform that can open markets and use cases that were previously uneconomic or impractical. The companies that adapt quickest to this shift will lead the next wave of electrification, and GMG intends to be at the centre of that transition with graphene aluminium-ion technology."Standard commercial Lithium Nickel Manganese Cobalt ("LNMC") and Lithium Iron Phosphate ("LFP") battery cells for electric vehicles and stationary storage are NOT designed for continuous 6-minute charging (10C); typical recommended charge rates are ≤1 hour (1C), often 2 hours (0.5C), with only limited fast charge operation. Only specialized high-power cell designs like LTO battery cells can tolerate charge rates of 6 minutes (10C).3GMG has now developed a completely new hybrid electrolyte that is chloride free and non-corrosive, unlike common aluminium battery electrolytes, along with a complex cathode and anode technology that enables very stable fast charging over hundreds of cycles. The substrate for both the cathode and anode in the G+A CELLS is aluminium foil - which provides significant cost and weight savings compared with copper, the substrate material used in most lithium and sodium-ion batteries. GMG's technology does not include the use of lithium or copper. The Company has submitted an additional patent application covering these new developments.GMG believes that it has significantly met the key target specification requirements for use in heavy mobile equipment, as shown in Figure 3, its main targeted use case, including:- Charging in under 6 minutes;- Energy density > 100 Wh/kg after 1 hour of charging; and- Safe (no Lithium).The next battery development steps include the following activities:- Test and show cycle life up to 10,000 cycles- Test and show ambient temperature impacts- Test and show standard safety testing- Test and show no thermal battery management system needed Figure 3: G+A CELLS Battery Use Case - heavy mobile equipmentTo view an enhanced version of this graphic, please visit:https://images.newsfilecorp.com/files/8082/292641_figure3.jpgCraig Nicol, GMG Managing Director and CEO, commented: "This is a significant step up from where we were at with battery performance in December 2025 and we see the required performance for our targeted use case being largely met - which means we can start to put together the next stages of the battery maturation program - including partnerships and manufacturing plans."GMG management believes that the G+A CELLS can eventually achieve over 160 Wh/kg when charged in 1 hour, and over 80 Wh/kg when charged in 6 minutes with further development of the cathode, anode, electrolyte and component weights.Figure 4 shows the latest G+A CELLS in pouch format:Figure 4: Current Multi-Layer G+A CELLTo view an enhanced version of this graphic, please visit:https://images.newsfilecorp.com/files/8082/292641_figure4.jpgBattery Technology Readiness LevelThe battery technology readiness level ("BTRL") of the G+A CELLS remains at Level 4, whilst significantly progressed through this level as shown in Figure 5. GMG is currently in the process of completing the optimization of the electrochemical behaviour for the pouch cells via ongoing laboratory experimentation. Through collaboration with BIC, it is anticipated that the battery technology readiness will ultimately progress to BTRL 7 and 8 since the equipment and processes needed to produce the G+A CELLS are the same as those employed to make Lithium-Ion Batteries, though no definitive timeline for achievement can be provided at this time.Figure 5: Battery Technology Readiness Level (BTRL)To view an enhanced version of this graphic, please visit:https://images.newsfilecorp.com/files/8082/292641_9a72ca9bb4963a29_004full.jpgThe Company is confident it can meet the overall timeline, as seen in Figure 6, of its battery cell roadmap that calls for testing of cells with customers in 2026 and small commercial production with support of various partners, including BIC, in 2027.Figure 6: Battery Cell RoadmapTo view an enhanced version of this graphic, please visit:https://images.newsfilecorp.com/files/8082/292641_9a72ca9bb4963a29_005full.jpgNext Steps Toward Commercialisation & Market ApplicationsJack Perkowski, GMG Non-Executive Chairman and Director, commented: "I am extremely proud that GMG has progressed its battery to this stage - the Company is getting very close to final commercialisation steps. We look forward to providing further updates as GMG progresses the development of its battery technology."The Company continues to see a broad range of potential applications for a completed G+A CELLS - utilising its ultra-high power-density and economic energy density characteristics. Along with Rio Tinto, a range of global companies have confidentially expressed their interest in working with GMG in the following vertical sectors:Figure 7: Market ApplicationsTo view an enhanced version of this graphic, please visit:https://images.newsfilecorp.com/files/8082/292641_9a72ca9bb4963a29_006full.jpgCurrently, GMG believes it will use a plastic battery pack design, similar to Figure 8, to hold the battery pouch cells - reducing the weight, cost and complexity relative to using a metal case. Using a plastic battery pack is possible for two main reasons - GMG believes that its battery will not require a thermal management system or the fireproofing precautions provided by the metal case in a lithium-ion battery. Using plastic will increase the comparative energy density of G+A CELL packs when compared to lithium-ion batteries.Figure 8: Expected Battery Pack for GMG's G+A CELLS Pouch FormatTo view an enhanced version of this graphic, please visit:https://images.newsfilecorp.com/files/8082/292641_9a72ca9bb4963a29_007full.jpgComparison and Market Review: LTO Batteries As shown in Figure 9 below, the performance of GMG's G+A CELL technology is already very similar to representative LTO batteries.Figure 9: Comparison of GMG's G+A CELLS to Lithium Titanate Oxide (LTO) BatteryTo view an enhanced version of this graphic, please visit:https://images.newsfilecorp.com/files/8082/292641_figure9.jpg LTO batteries are sold at a premium to LFP and LNMC batteries, which are the main chemistries used in electric vehicles and energy storage systems, and are also widely used in other electronic applications due to their high performance and long cycle life. The material and manufacturing costs for G+A CELLS are expected to be similar to, or less than, the cost to manufacture standard lithium-ion batteries, but substantially lower than the costs to produce LTO batteries.LTO batteries have energy density ranging from 50 - 80 Wh/kg.6 The LTO product is sold globally for use in many applications — with a total of US$5.67 billion sales per annum in 2025. Sales of LTO batteries are expected to grow at 16.9% per annum to an estimated US$ 12.5 billion by 2030. The major manufacturers of LTO batteries include Toshiba, Gree, Microvast and CATL.Further details on applications for the LTO battery from Mordor Intelligence7 are described below. In many of the use cases for LTO batteries, GMG believes that its G+A CELLS can be substituted at a substantially lower cost.Commercial Vehicles: Automotive, primarily buses, refuse trucks, and drayage tractors rather than passenger cars, is the largest user of LTO batteries. Fleets realize five-year total-cost-of-ownership parity once fuel savings and lower maintenance offset higher upfront prices.Fast-charging Electric Buses and Trucks: Transit authorities need battery systems that accept repeated high-power "opportunity charges" during short layovers. LTO cells replenish 80% capacity in roughly five minutes, allowing operators to shrink fleet size without sacrificing route frequency. U.S. Low-No Emission Bus grants earmark more than US$1.5 billion per year, with bid specifications that explicitly reference rapid-charge capability. Parallel subsidy programs in China reimburse up to CNY 80,000 (US$ 11,396) per new-energy bus, accelerating volume deployment in provincial capitals.Hybrid and BEV: Regenerative braking and high-C-rate acceleration favour the use of LTO batteries. Use in fast-charge EV stations is growing rapidly as ride-hailing fleets adopt swap-ready models.Stationary Storage: Utility-scale batteries now cycle multiple times per day for frequency regulation, peak shaving, and voltage support. Energy-storage-system integrators adopt LTO batteries for grid-frequency response where state-of-charge swings are shallow but frequent.Industrial Robotics: LTO batteries are used in continuous-duty forklifts that require partial charges during operator breaks.Aerospace and Defense: Unmanned aerial vehicles, missile auxiliaries, and soldier-worn power banks operating from -40 °C to +60 °C ambient.5-minute Battery-Swap Stations: Battery-as-a-service platforms require ultra-fast turnaround and high cycle life. CATL confirmed plans to install 1,000 swap stations in 2025 and 30,000-40,000 by 2030, each requiring packs that tolerate thousands of rapid exchanges without degradation.Sub-10 kWh Packs: Cordless construction tools, autonomous ground vehicles, and medical carts select LTO batteries to bypass daily pack swaps.12V starter replacement to Lead acid: GMG's G+A CELLS battery technology would be a viable 12 V starter-battery replacement for lead-acid, offering lower weight, longer cycle life, good low-temperature performance and improved cold-cranking capability, together with excellent tolerance to storage at 0% state of charge. In suitable system designs, the chemistry's stable voltage behaviour can also reduce balancing requirements and simplify battery management, helping to lower overall system cost.Lifecycle Procurement Preference: Many government procurement frameworks now weigh lifecycle reliability higher than purchase price. For example, New Mexico awarded a US$ 400 million bus electrification contract that included stringent thermal-runaway resistance metrics. Europe's Clean Industrial Deal allocates capital for storage technologies that stabilize renewables, aligning well with LTO batteries' fast-response profile.Cylindrical Cells: accounted for 37.7% of LTO battery sales in 2024 as entrenched production lines and robust steel casings satisfied heavy-duty demand. Pouch designs address aerospace weight requirements and constrained dashboards in autonomous robots.Summary of Important Milestones for GMG's G+A CELLS Development: MonthImportant Milestones in the Development of the Graphene Aluminium Ion BatteryMay 2020GMG and UQ win Australian Research Council grant for Graphene battery developmenthttps://graphenemg.com/gmg-and-uq-wins-australian-research-council-grant-for-graphene-aluminium-ion-battery-development/Apr 2021The University of Queensland and GMG kick off coin cell battery development projecthttps://graphenemg.com/gmg-the-university-of-queensland-research-uni-quest-kick-off-the-graphene-enhanced-aluminium-ion-battery-development-project/May 2021Graphene aluminium-ion battery performance data - Energy Density and Power Densityhttps://graphenemg.com/gmg-graphene-aluminium-ion-battery-performance-data/Jun 2021Graphene aluminium-ion battery performance data - Cycle Lifehttps://graphenemg.com/graphene-aluminium-ion-battery-performance-data/Jun 2021Significant potential battery customer market response to launch of batteryhttps://graphenemg.com/gmg-graphene-aluminium-ion-battery-progress-update/Jul 2021Investment decision for coin cell battery development centrehttps://graphenemg.com/gmg-battery-pilot-plant-investment/Oct 2021Construction starts for coin cell battery development centrehttps://graphenemg.com/construction-battery-pilotplant/Oct 2021Bosch Australia Manufacturing Solutions and GMG sign Letter of Intenthttps://graphenemg.com/gmg-and-bosch-sign-collaboration-arrangement-for-bosch-to-design-and-deliver-gmgs-graphene-aluminium-ion-battery-manufacturing-plant/Dec 2021Commencement coin cell battery development centrehttps://graphenemg.com/battery-pilot-plant/Dec 2021Initial coin cell batteries sent for customer feedbackhttps://graphenemg.com/graphene-aluminium-battery-customers-prototypes/Mar 2022Initial factory acceptance testing of semi-automated prototype battery cell assembly equipmenthttps://graphenemg.com/gmg-announces-initial-factory-acceptance-testing-of-semi-automated-prototype-battery-cell-assembly-equipment/Mar 2022Wood Engineering and GMG Sign a Letter of Intenthttps://graphenemg.com/gmg-and-wood-agree-collaboration-arrangement-for-wood-to-engineer-and-deliver-major-graphene-manufacturing-expansion-projects/May 2022Rio Tinto and GMG sign Letter of Intenthttps://graphenemg.com/gmg-riotinto-energysavings-battery/Jun 2022Commissioning of Pouch Cell Equipmenthttps://graphenemg.com/gmg-manufactures-first-pouch-cell/Jun 2022Bob Galyen, former chief technology officer of CATL, joins GMG technical advisory committee.https://graphenemg.com/gmg-technical-advisory-committee-leadership-team-additions-and-cfo-change/Aug 2022Investment decision for Phase 1 modular Graphene Production Planthttps://graphenemg.com/gmg-announces-phase-1-expansion-project-to-graphene-manufacturing-facility-for-energy-saving-products-and-batteries/Oct 2022Significant battery performance, cell and graphene production improvementshttps://graphenemg.com/gmgs-battery-update-significant-battery-performance-cell-and-graphene-production-improvements/Dec 2022Investment of $600k Battery Development Centrehttps://graphenemg.com/gmg-invests-au-600000-to-accelerate-battery-pouch-cell-customer-testing-development-in-2023/Feb 2023Australian Government Approval (AICIS) for production and sale of batteries.https://graphenemg.com/gmg-receives-regulatory-approval-to-enable-significant-commercial-sales/May 2023Battery Joint Development Agreement with Rio Tinto signedhttps://graphenemg.com/gmg-announces-battery-joint-development-agreement-with-rio-tinto/May 2023Battery Technology Readiness Level (BRTL) 2-3 reachedhttps://graphenemg.com/gmg-announces-battery-team-and-related-updates/May 2023Decision to switch to develop Pouch Cells (instead of Coin Cells)https://graphenemg.com/gmg-announces-battery-team-and-related-updates/Jul 2023Bob Galyen former chief technology officer of CATL joins GMG board of Directorshttps://graphenemg.com/graphene-manufacturing-group-appoints-former-chief-technology-officer-of-catl-limited-to-its-board-of-directors/Sep 2023Battery Pouch Cell Prototypes Multilayered Auto-Stacker Demonstrationhttps://graphenemg.com/gmg-graphene-aluminium-ion-battery-pouch-cell-prototypes-multilayered-auto-stacker-demonstration/Sep 2023Reaching 500 mAh capacity batteryhttps://graphenemg.com/gmg-achieves-500mah-graphene-aluminium-ion-battery-prototype-in-pouch-cell-format/Sep 2023Battery Technology Readiness Level (BRTL) 4 reachedhttps://graphenemg.com/gmg-achieves-500mah-graphene-aluminium-ion-battery-prototype-in-pouch-cell-format/Nov 2023Rio Tinto and GMG Partnership Video Launchedhttps://graphenemg.com/rio-tinto-gmg-battery-partnership-video-launch/Dec 2023Commissioning of modular Graphene Production Planthttps://graphenemg.com/graphene-manufacturing-group-commissions-modular-graphene-production-plant/Feb 20241000 mAh Capacity Reachedhttps://graphenemg.com/gmgs-graphene-aluminium-ion-battery-1000-mah-capacity-reached-and-next-steps-toward-commercialisation/Mar 2024Graphene Manufacturing Group Secures AU$2 million Funding Grant from Queensland Government for Battery Pilot Planthttps://graphenemg.com/graphene-manufacturing-group-secures-au2-million-funding-grant-from-queensland-government-for-battery-pilot-plant/Aug 2024GMG's Graphene Aluminium-Ion Battery: Progress Update and Next Steps Toward Commercialisationhttps://graphenemg.com/gmgs-graphene-aluminium-ion-battery-progress-update-and-next-steps-toward-commercialisation/Mar 2025GMG's Graphene Aluminium-Ion Battery: Collaboration with World Leading USA Battery Innovation Centre and Next Steps Toward Commercialisationhttps://graphenemg.com/gmgs-graphene-aluminium-ion-battery-collaboration-with-world-leading-usa-battery-innovation-centre-and-next-steps-toward-commercialisation/Dec 2025GMG Unveils Graphene Aluminium-Ion Battery that Fully Charges in 6 minuteshttps://graphenemg.com/gmg-unveils-graphene-aluminium-ion-battery-that-fully-charges-in-6-minutes/ About BIC:BIC is a collaborative initiative designed to incorporate leadership from renowned universities, government agencies, and commercial enterprises. BIC is a public-private partnership and a not-for-profit organization focusing on the rapid development, testing and commercialization of safe, reliable and lightweight energy storage systems for defense and commercial customers. BIC is a unique organization that has been leading battery cell development for world leading battery companies for over 10 years and has carried out over 500 battery development projects.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 to improve 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 6041www.graphenemg.comNeither 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 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", "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, statements regarding the pricing of LTO batteries, expectations for GMG G+AI batteries to achieve specification requirements for heavy mobile equipment, the lower cost to produce GMG G+AI batteries, expectations for GMG G+AI batteries in respect of charging time, stability, energy density, life cycle, safety, thermal runway risk and the need for a thermal management system when development is completed, that the new hybrid electrolyte is chloride free and non-corrosive, that the cathode and anode technology employed enables very fast and stable charging, that GMG G+AI batteries provide significant cost and weight savings relative to copper, that G+AI batteries can achieve over 150 Wh/kg charged over 1 hour and 75 Wh/kg when charged over 6 minutes following further development of cathode, anode, electrolyte and component weights, that G+AI batteries will progress to BTRL 7 and 8, that the timeline for the battery cell roadmap is achievable, that a range of global companies in a variety of industries will be interested in working with GMG, that the battery pack design will be plastic and which offers weight, cost and complexity advantages to a metal case and increased energy density, expectations for the lack of a thermal management system or fireproofing precautions, expectations for material and manufacturing costs, expectations for sales of LTO batteries, expectations for G+AI batteries being substitutable for LTO batteries at lower cost, expectations that G+AI batteries are viable 12V starter battery replacements and the rationale therefor and the advantages of pouch design for aerospace weight requirements and constrained dashboards of autonomous robots.Such forward-looking statements are based on a number of assumptions of management, including, without limitation, assumptions that GMG G+AI batteries can be produced at lower cost, as to charging time, energy density, life cycle, safety, thermal runway risk and the need for a thermal management system for G+AI batteries, the speed and stability of charging, that G+AI batteries will progress to BTRL 7 and 8, that a range of global companies in a variety of industries will be interested in working with GMG, that the battery pack design will be plastic and offer weight, cost and complexity advantages to a metal case and increased energy density, that the service agreement with the BIC will enable the Company to optimize its cell design and battery manufacturing equipment, and that the Company will be able to meet its overall timeline on the battery cell roadmap. 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 GMG G+AI batteries cannot be produced at lower cost, or any of the assumptions as to charging time, energy density, life cycle, safety, thermal runway risk and the need for a thermal management system for G+AI batteries can not be achieved, G+AI batteries do not offer expected speed and stability of charging, that G+AI batteries will not progress to BTRL 7 and 8, that a range of global companies in a variety of industries will not be interested in working with GMG, that the battery pack design will not be plastic and not offer weight, cost and complexity advantages to a metal case and increased energy density, that the Company will not be able to optimize the electrochemical behaviour of the pouch cell through laboratory experimentation or at all, that the Company will not be able to meet its overall timeline on the battery cell roadmap, that the service agreement with the BIC will not enable the Company to optimize its cell design and battery manufacturing equipment and the risk factors set out under the heading "Risk Factors" in the Company's annual information form dated November 04, 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. 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(AsiaGameHub) - The PT government’s legal arm is calling on Congress to repeal the Bets Law, but where is Lula’s endorsement?
The legislative caucus of Brazil’s Workers’ Party (PT) has tabled Bill PL-1808/2026 with Congress, calling for a complete federal ban on “online gambling”.
The proposal, formally introduced by PT deputy Pedro Uczai, demands the full repeal of all laws and regulatory provisions for online betting established under the Bets Law (PL 2626/2023), the regulatory framework that has been in effect since January 1, 2025.
The proposed federal ban would cover the entire gambling structure created by the Bets Regime, as the bill’s text includes all activities tied to running an online gambling platform, including advertising, sponsorships, payment processing and any intermediary services connected to gambling operations.
The bill leaves little ambiguity about the scope of its ban, stating: “This Law prohibits, throughout the national territory, the exploitation, operation, offering, availability, promotion, advertising, intermediation and processing of transactions related to fixed-odds betting.”
Backed by 68 PT members, the measure calls for the removal of betting apps and websites, the blocking of financial transactions linked to gambling, and strict penalties for operators, affiliates and service providers found violating the prohibition.
The bill is submitted to Congress as an emergency measure developed and supported by the PT government’s legal branch as a public protection effort “to stop the public health and economic harms linked to gambling”.
Bets Law viewed as an economic harm
As the bill’s sponsor, Uczai stated that it is the PT government’s responsibility to address “rising household debt, financial instability and mental health issues” that have emerged following the creation of Brazil’s online gambling market.
“If betting causes the harm we believe it does, why don’t we just eliminate it entirely? Or regulate it to cut down on the volume of betting in Brazil, allowing a limited number of operations if they even serve any public purpose,” Uczai told Congress.
Though submitted to Congress, the bill does not carry the signature of President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva or senior federal government members, making clear the proposal remains a parliamentary initiative rather than an official executive policy.
Pedro Uczai – PT Brazil – Credit: Saulo Cruz/Agência Senado
Campaigning for a fourth presidential term, Lula has repeatedly spoken out against the Bets regime, noting as recently as last week that if the decision were entirely his, he would move to ban online gambling outright.
However, this rhetoric is widely interpreted as campaign positioning, aligned with PT’s “3B slogan” — which calls for higher taxation of bankers, billionaires and betting operators.
Political observers had instead expected PT to take a more measured approach, where Lula would leverage the party’s senior ranks to tighten the existing regulatory framework rather than dismantle it entirely.
This expected approach included direct adjustments to the final legal terms of the Bets regime, such as backing a federal ban on gambling advertising, strengthening consumer protection safeguards, and formally classifying gambling addiction as a public health issue.
When introducing the bill, Uczai made no reference to support from senior PT government leadership, confirming the proposal remains a parliamentary initiative rather than a coordinated executive action.
Where is Lula?
A full repeal of the Bets regime would put Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva and the PT government on a collision course with key Brazilian institutions.
Chief among these is the Receita Federal, Brazil’s federal tax authority, which has backed the regulated framework and projects up to R$13bn (£1.9bn) in gambling-related revenue for 2026 — funds seen as critical to sustaining PT’s social and welfare programs.
Backing a federal ban would also spark resistance from Brazil’s football leagues and major media groups, both of which have grown increasingly reliant on high-value sponsorship deals tied to the betting sector.
As noted last week by SBC Noticias Brazil: “such a move would carry significant fallout, effectively restarting a legislative process that took more than a decade to complete, while risking conflict with stakeholders across tax revenues, media and sport.
The question remains: does the PT government want to take the entire betting regulatory process back to ground zero?”
A full repeal of the Bets regime would also see Lula abandon key policy measures established under the framework, including regulatory oversight of the SPA and the rollout of Brazil’s national self-exclusion scheme, which is currently being piloted at the federal level.
Most significantly, pushing for a ban risks internal friction within PT and Congress itself. The Bets regime was authorized under Lula’s administration, and is viewed as the culmination of a decade-long policy effort.
As developments unfold, it remains unclear whether Lula and PT’s senior leadership will endorse Bill PL-1808/2026, or whether the proposal is just more political posturing from the party ahead of Brazil’s October election.
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(SeaPRwire) - 本周，美国和伊朗政权可能就其非法核武器计划举行第二轮会谈，德黑兰核计划的领先专家表示，特朗普政府选择退出是正确的。经过近一天的会谈，副总统JD·万斯（JD Vance）的团队终止了在巴基斯坦举行的谈判，此举受到该领域专家的欢迎。"一旦伊朗人明确表示不会同意华盛顿的核心核要求，美国团队明智地选择了退出。德黑兰维持浓缩铀储备和铀浓缩能力，这为其提供了获取核武器的途径，简单明了，"Foundation for Defense of Democracies不扩散项目副主任安德里亚·斯特里克（Andrea Stricker）告诉Digital。美伊之间的一个核心争议是德黑兰希望浓缩铀——用于制造核武器的材料。2018年，唐纳德·特朗普总统退出了巴拉克·奥巴马总统与伊朗达成的核武器协议，因为他的政府认为，该协议的正式名称《联合全面行动计划》（Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action）允许伊朗制造原子弹。当被问及一项好的核协议应该是什么样子时，斯特里克说："一项好的协议要求该政权不仅要交出其核燃料，拆除关键设施，并承诺永久禁止浓缩，还要配合IAEA的调查，全面彻底地清查和拆除伊朗与核武器相关的设施、设备、文件、离心机及相关生产能力。"斯特里克承认这个过程可能需要几年时间，但指出"IAEA完全有能力执行这项任务，并且在伊拉克、利比亚和南非拥有拆除核武器计划的经验。如果达不到这些要求，伊朗很可能会违背承诺并重建突破途径。"参议员林赛·格雷厄姆（Lindsey Graham）周一表示，他反对美国提出的一项据称可能达成的协议，即对伊朗铀浓缩实施20年禁令。"我赞赏唐纳德·特朗普总统通过和平外交解决伊朗冲突的决心。然而，我们必须记住我们在伊朗打交道的是谁：恐怖分子、骗子和作弊者，"格雷厄姆在X上发帖说。他说："如果这份报道属实，那么我们同意暂停浓缩而不是禁止浓缩的想法在我看来将是一个错误。""我们会同意基地组织暂停浓缩吗？不会。"一位来自中东的地区官员向Digital证实，美国曾提出对浓缩铀实施20年暂停，但遭到伊斯兰共和国的拒绝。物理学家、华盛顿特区Institute for Science and International Security的创始人兼总裁戴维·奥尔布赖特（David Albright）赞扬了美国结束在巴基斯坦谈判的决定。他在X账户上写道："美国在伊斯兰堡选择退出是正确的"，他的X账户受到伊朗观察家的密切关注。奥尔布赖特告诉Digital，美国谈判代表的这一举动"明确表明这并非为谈判而谈判。退出让伊朗处于守势，表明它是这场战争中的失败者。此外，伊朗人不会在任何重大方面改变他们的立场。他们通常没有灵活性。但伊朗希望谈判继续，以试图束缚美国和以色列的手脚，同时试图将自己描绘成胜利者。现在，伊朗必须决定是接受美国的提议，还是冒战争重新爆发的风险。"他补充说，对美国而言，一项好的核协议意味着"没有浓缩，没有高浓缩铀（HEU）和低浓缩铀（LEU）的储备；伊朗与检查员合作，可核查地终止其核武器计划，并提供一份完整的核声明，这是它从未做过的。"奥尔布赖特继续说："如果伊朗表示愿意接受美国的立场，那么再次会面是有意义的。"伊朗绝对没有必要进行浓缩。其唯一的民用需求是为其小型研究堆——德黑兰研究堆（Tehran Research Reactor）——提供少量20%浓缩铀，并且根据《联合全面行动计划》（JCPOA）的安排，伊朗和俄罗斯储存的燃料或接近制成燃料的20%浓缩铀足以满足其20年的需求。"他总结道："打个比方，借用艾比·霍夫曼（Abbie Hoffman）的话说，我有权在拥挤的火灾现场大喊剧院，但我没有。伊朗强调其浓缩权是无关紧要且偏离主题的。"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。
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