(AsiaGameHub) - The Rank Group has announced consistent revenue growth for the third financial quarter, with its performance bolstered by positive results from both its digital and physical venues.
For the quarter ending 31 March 2026, the Group's like-for-like net gaming revenue (NGR) climbed 5% compared to the previous year, reaching £205.4m. Year-to-date NGR saw a 6% increase, totalling £625.2m.
Each of the main divisions contributed to this positive performance in Q3. The company's largest segment, Grosvenor venues, saw a 5% rise in NGR to £95m, a result underpinned by a robust 10% growth in gaming machine revenue.
The digital arm also experienced an uptick, with NGR growing 4% to £60.9m. Growth in the UK digital market was more subdued at 2%, but the international side showed stronger progress, posting a 14% revenue increase following enhancements to its platform and customer services.
Mecca venues posted a 5% increase in NGR to £37.8m, while Enracha venues again delivered standout performance with 9% growth to £11.7m, propelled by a significant 27% surge in gaming machine revenue.
The company stated that the effective conversion of revenue into profit during the quarter has led to an upgraded full-year forecast. It now anticipates like-for-like underlying operating profit will be no less than £68m, an improvement on the previous guidance of £65m.
This revised outlook accounts for continued cost management initiatives, especially in the digital division. These actions are designed to counter the financial impact of the UK's Remote Gaming Duty increase to 40%, which is now in effect.
The cost-saving measures involve cuts to marketing expenditure, supplier expenses, and staff numbers, while the company continues to invest in performance-based marketing and customer rewards.
Looking ahead for Rank Group
The group acknowledged that external issues, such as geopolitical tensions in the Middle East, may influence international travel and subsequently affect venue performance. Despite this, Rank Group anticipates further revenue growth in the fourth quarter.
Moving forward, the company is confident it can sustain its growth path, aided by continuous operational enhancements and beneficial regulatory shifts. Specifically, the removal of Bingo Duty starting in April 2026 is projected to boost profitability for its Mecca business.
“We were pleased to observe ongoing revenue growth in every part of the business and a strong conversion to profit in Q3, even within a challenging economic environment,” commented Richard Harris, Interim Chief Executive of Rank Group.
“These figures highlight the business's resilience, the quality of our customer offering, and the effectiveness of our growth strategies.
“By taking the necessary steps to largely offset the effect of the higher RGD in our UK digital operations, and with definitive plans to achieve sustainable revenue growth, the group is in a strong position to meet its medium-term goal of producing at least £100m in operating profit.”
Supported by rising revenue across all units and implemented cost controls, the group is moving into the year's final quarter with encouraging momentum. This positive sentiment has been reflected by investors, with Rank Group's share price climbing 12% since the results were published and breaking past the £1 threshold for the first time this year.
The current priorities are to maintain this growth while managing regulatory and economic challenges, and to appoint a permanent Chief Executive after John O’Reilly's retirement in January.
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Zurich, Seoul, Apr 15, 2026 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Hitachi Energy, a global leader in electrification, and Samsung C&T Engineering & Construction Group, one of the world’s largest engineering and construction companies, signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to deepen their collaboration on high-voltage alternating current (HVAC) grid infrastructure worldwide. Building on a longstanding relationship, the companies are strengthening their collaboration to shape the evolving global energy landscape.Power grids are rapidly evolving as countries modernize infrastructure and integrate more clean energy to meet rising electrification demand from mobility, industry, and data centers. With variability increasing across the system, flexibility is now critical – placing AC solutions at the core of efficient transmission, distribution, and cross-border electricity flow.As part of this collaboration, Hitachi Energy and Samsung C&T will combine their complementary strengths to identify, assess, and pursue AC opportunities. Hitachi Energy brings world-leading expertise in grid technologies, advanced engineering and design, electrical systems, and integrated digital solutions, while Samsung C&T contributes its extensive engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) delivery capability.“The global energy landscape is entering a defining decade for its energy future, and resilient AC grid infrastructure is foundational to making the transition work. This expanded collaboration with Samsung C&T brings together leading technology and execution capabilities to accelerate grid modernization, strengthen resilience, and enable the large-scale integration of renewables – supporting a more connected and energy-secure system,” said Niklas Persson, CEO of Grid Integration Business Unit, Hitachi Energy.“Our proven collaboration model in the UAE and Australia will become a powerful competitive advantage in the global power infrastructure markets. We will continue to lead complex crossborder transmission projects with integrated solutions that span both direct and alternating current technologies,” said Byung-soo Lee, Executive Vice President, Samsung C&T.The MoU establishes a strategic framework for the two companies to align on AC prospects, developing a shared go-to-market roadmap and an opportunity pipeline. The agreement builds on the companies’ established track record of successful collaboration across multiple global projects—particularly in the fast-growing HVDC market - as they work together to deliver innovative, efficient power infrastructure solutions.About Hitachi EnergyHitachi Energy is a global technology leader in electrification, powering a sustainable energy future with innovative power grid technologies with digital at the core. Over three billion people depend on our technologies to power their daily lives. With over a century in pioneering mission-critical technologies like high-voltage, transformers, automation, and power electronics, we are addressing the most urgent energy challenge of our time – balancing soaring electricity demand, while decarbonizing the power system. With an unparalleled installed base in over 140 countries, we cocreate and build long-term partnerships across the utility, industry, transportation, data centers, and infrastructure sectors. Headquartered in Switzerland, we employ over 50,000 people in 60 countries and generate revenues of around $16 billion USD.https://www.hitachienergy.comhttps://www.linkedin.com/company/hitachienergyhttps://x.com/HitachiEnergyAbout Hitachi, Ltd.Through its Social Innovation Business (SIB) that brings together IT, OT (Operational Technology) and products, Hitachi contributes to a harmonized society where the environment, wellbeing, and economic growth are in balance. Hitachi operates globally in four sectors – Digital Systems & Services, Energy, Mobility, and Connective Industries – and the Strategic SIB Business Unit for new growth businesses. With Lumada at its core, Hitachi generates value from integrating data, technology and domain knowledge to solve customer and social challenges. Revenues for FY2024 (ended March 31, 2025) totaled 9,783.3 billion yen, with 618 consolidated subsidiaries and approximately 280,000 employees worldwide. Visit us at www.hitachi.com.About Samsung C&T Engineering & Construction GroupSamsung C&T Engineering & Construction Group has 50 years of experience operating throughout the world. The group focuses on three key areas: commercial and residential buildings, civil infrastructure, and plant construction. Its landmark projects include the Burj Khalifa in the UAE, the Petronas Towers in Malaysia, the Riyadh Metro in Saudi Arabia, and the 5,600MW Barakah Nuclear Power Plant in the UAE. http://www.samsungcnt.com. Copyright 2026 JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.jcnnewswire.com
(AsiaGameHub) - LeoVegas Group has reinforced its standing in the Swedish market after securing a sports betting licence for its owned brand, GoGoCasino.
The new offering, approved by the Swedish gambling regulator Spelinspektionen, will be driven by Tiger, LeoVegas's proprietary sportsbook platform, marking its first launch in Sweden.
LeoVegas obtained Tiger from German operator Tipico in 2024 in a transaction arranged by its parent company, MGM Resorts International. The deal occurred as Tipico discontinued its US operations, prompting the DACH market leader to divest its product and technology platform to LeoVegas.
Before receiving the Swedish licence, Tiger had already been successfully deployed in other major European markets like Denmark and the Netherlands, with LeoVegas making substantial investments in the sportsbook under MGM's ownership.
Another significant event for Tiger occurred earlier this year when it entered the Brazilian market with BetMGM, MGM Resorts' B2C sportsbook in South America, which runs on the LeoVegas platform.
Brazil has become one of the globe's largest betting markets since its regulated regime began in January 2025. The industry is projected to be valued in the billions of dollars by 2030, driven by the country's passion for sports and sizable population.
However, the situation in the South American nation is now tense, as governing party representatives have surprisingly reversed their position and are demanding a complete repeal of the 2025 law that established legal online betting—a move that will undoubtedly concern international operators like LeoVegas.
Returning to Europe, the integration of Tiger into GoGoCasino is expected to substantially boost LeoVegas's market share in Sweden by appealing to both casino enthusiasts and sports bettors.
The newly launched sportsbook platform will provide users with features including a bet builder, daily enhanced odds, partial cash-out, and in-play betting.
This expansion follows a period of success for GoGoCasino in the Nordic region, where it first debuted in 2019 with its online and live casino services.
Commenting on the news, Adrian Vella, Chief Product and Technology Officer at LeoVegas Group, stated: "Introducing our proprietary sportsbook, Tiger, in our home market of Sweden is a tremendous achievement for the entire Group, and my excitement is immense.
"Our global teams have dedicated immense effort to our international expansion, and adding this to GoGoCasino will create new levels of engagement for players who love both casino games and sports betting."
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Outlander PHEVTOKYO, Apr 15, 2026 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Mitsubishi Motors Corporation (hereafter, Mitsubishi Motors) announced that the plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV) model of the Outlander crossover SUV (Outlander PHEV), achieved No. 1 in domestic sales in Japan’s PHEV category in fiscal year 2025(1), with sales totaling 7,794 units, marking its second consecutive year at the top(2).Since 1964, Mitsubishi Motors has contributed to the advancement of electrification through research and development of electrified vehicles. In 2009, Mitsubishi Motors launched the i-MiEV, the world’s first mass-produced electric vehicle, followed by the introduction of the Outlander PHEV in 2013 as the world’s first plug-in hybrid electric SUV. The company further expanded its electrified vehicle lineup in 2020 with the addition of the Eclipse Cross PHEV, steadily advancing its electrification strategy.The Outlander PHEV has earned high acclaim in major markets including Japan, North America, Europe, and Australia, and has grown into a leading model in the electrified SUV segment. In March 2025, cumulative sales for the Outlander PHEV surpassed 100,000 units in the Japanese market. In Canada, the model ranked No. 1 in the PHEV category for three consecutive years, achieving a high market share across multiple key markets.Mitsubishi Motors has been promoting the deployment of electrified vehicles based on the view that battery electric vehicles (BEVs) are well suited for kei-cars(3) and compact cars typically used within a relatively limited range of daily activity, while PHEVs are optimal for SUVs and mid-size and larger vehicles used for broader driving needs. Going forward, Mitsubishi Motors will continue to pursue a pragmatic approach to electrification tailored to regional characteristics and usage environments by offering a diverse lineup of electrified vehicles centered on PHEVs, combined with BEVs and hybrid electric vehicles (HEVs).Outlander PHEV(4)As Mitsubishi Motors’ flagship model, the Outlander PHEV is designed to serve as an EV for daily use and a hybrid for longer trips. The electrified SUV delivers quiet, smooth yet powerful acceleration unique to electrified vehicles, along with safe and secure rides in various weather and road conditions.The current, second-generation Outlander PHEV was fully redesigned in 2021, bringing together the best of the brand's electrification and all-wheel control technologies. Developed under the product concept “I-Fu-Do-Do,” a Japanese expression meaning authentic and majestic, the model evolved significantly in both performance and presence.In October 2024, Mitsubishi Motors launched an updated model featuring a newly enhanced drive battery that extended EV range and improved acceleration performance. The update also enhanced the quality of interior and exterior design, expanded advanced features, and adopted an audio system developed in collaboration with Yamaha Corporation as standard equipment on all grades, further strengthening the vehicle’s overall product appeal.Fiscal 2025 is from April 2025 to March 2025.According to Japan Automobile Dealers Association (JADA) ratingsKei-car is a vehicle category in Japan for microcars. Copyright 2026 JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.jcnnewswire.com
TAIPEI, TW, Apr 15, 2026 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - OBI Pharma, Inc. (TPEx:4174.TWO) today announced its presence at AACR 2026, highlighted by ten poster presentations, showcasing the transformative potential of the GlycOBI® platform. Conventional ADCs often face limitations due to random conjugation, resulting in heterogeneous Drug-to-Antibody Ratios (DAR), suboptimal stability, and narrow therapeutic windows. In contrast, the OBI site-specific glycan-based technology enables a highly homogeneous DAR, translating into improved PK/PD profiles, and reduced off-target toxicity, as demonstrated by OBI's lead programs, OBI-902 and OBI-904.We are further advancing precision oncology through our next-generation bispecific (OBI-201) and bispecific, dual-payload (OBI-221) ADCs. These "biology - driven" molecules are designed to overcome tumor heterogeneity and multi-drug resistance-key challenges in current cancer treatment. By incorporating both the GlycOBI® and GlycOBI DUO® platforms, OBI is developing novel and differentiated therapeutics addressing the unmet medical need for patients with difficult-to-treat solid tumors. Additionally, OBI's robust ADC conjugation platform has proven to consistently deliver product quality and scalability, while enabling expansion into next-generation modalities, including degrader-antibody conjugates (DACs).These data will be presented at the American Association of Cancer Research (AACR) Annual Meeting from April 17 to 22, 2026 in San Diego, CA. (USA)."At OBI, we make better ADCs," said Dr. Ya-Chi Chen, Chief Scientific Officer OBI Pharma. "Our goal is to deliver therapies that not only target tumors more effectively and precisely, but also reduce side effects, giving patients potentially life-changing treatment options."Monday, April 20, 2026 (9:00 AM - 12:00 PM)Title: Overcoming Resistance with OBI-902: Preclinical Evaluation of a Next-Generation TROP2 ADC1Authors: Ren-Yu Hsu, Chi-Huan Lu, Chi-Sheng Shia, Jing-Rong Huang, Hsin-Shan Wu, Lu-Tzu Chen, Jhih-Jie Yang, Tzu-Min Yen, Jyy-Shiuan Tu, Yu-Hsuan Tsao, Ya-Chi Chen. OBI Pharma, Inc, Taipei, TaiwanSession Title: PO. ET07.01 - Quantitative Pharmacology and Translational ModelingLocation: Poster Section 17Poster Board Number: 6Abstract Presentation Number: 1818Title: OBI-904, a Next-Generation Nectin-4-Targeting Exatecan ADC, Demonstrates Enhanced Cytotoxicity and Overcomes Enfortumab Vedotin Resistance2Authors :Yuan-Liang Wang, Chi-Huan Lu, Woan-Eng Chan, Shin-Jin Lin, Ting-Yu Chang, Hong-Syuan Lin, Wei-Jhen Huang, Ya-Chi Chen. OBI Pharma, Inc, Taipei, TaiwanSession Title: PO.ET02.02 - Antibody-Drug Conjugates and Linker Engineering 2Location: Poster Section 13Poster Board Number: 26Abstract Presentation Number: 1729Title: OBI-904, a Glycan-based Site specific Nectin-4-Targeted ADC, Demonstrates Potent and Durable Antitumor Activity with an Improved PK Profile and Overcoming EV-Resistance in Non-Clinical Studies3Authors: Chi-Huan Lu, Ren-Yu Hsu, Jing-Jie Ciou, Tzu Min Yen, Jyy-Shiuan Tu, Yu-Hsuan Tsao, Jing-Rong Huang, Ya-Chi Chen. OBI Pharma, Inc., Taipei, TaiwanSession Title: PO.ET07.01 - Quantitative Pharmacology and Translational ModelingLocation: Poster Section 17Poster Board Number: 7Abstract Presentation Number: 1819Title: The MET/HER3 Antibody-Drug Conjugate with Dual Payload: A Dual-Target Approach to Eliminate Tumor Escape Mechanisms5Authors: Yuan-Liang Wang, Chi-Huan Lu, Woan-Eng Chan, Ting-Yu Chang, Hong-Syuan Lin, Cheng-Yen Wei, Shin-Jin Lin, Lu-Tzu Lu, Meng-Hsin Liu, Wei-Jhen Huang, Ya-Chi Chen. OBI Pharma, Inc., Taipei, TaiwanSession Title: PO.CL.0705 - Targeted Antigen Therapies and ImmunityLocation: Poster Section 49Poster Board Number: 17Abstract Presentation Number: 2665Title: Guide-effector bsADCs: Driving co-endocytosis for enhanced payload delivery6Authors: Wei-Jhen Huang, Woan Eng Chan, Meng-Hsin Liu, Yueh Chin Wu, Ya-Chi Chen .OBI Pharma, Inc., Taipei, TaiwanSession Title: PO.ET02.02 - Antibody-Drug Conjugates and Linker Engineering 2Location: Poster Section 13Poster Board Number : 27Abstract Presentation Number: 1730Title: Hydrophilicity-Enhanced Linker Technology Enables Site-Specific Degrader-Antibody Conjugates with Improved Stability and Enhanced Activity7Authors: Yu-Hung Chen, Wei-Chien Tang, Chi-Dian Lu, Hung-Yi Lin, Wei-Jhen Huang, Nan-Hsuan Wang, Ya-Chi Chen, Teng-Yi Huang. OBI Pharma, Inc., Taipei, TaiwanSession Title: PO.ET02.02 - Antibody-Drug Conjugates and Linker Engineering 2Location: Poster Section 13Poster Board Number: 28Abstract Presentation Number: 1731Title: Cell-based payload release highlights design, site, and cell-dependent ratio shifts in dual-payload ADCs8Authors: Nan-Hsuan Wang, Wei-Han Lee, Evelyn He, Li Chuan Huang, Yu-Chao Huang, David Teng-Yi Huang, Ya-Chi Chen. OBI Pharma, Inc, Taipei, TaiwanSession Title: PO.CH01.06 - Antibodies, Antibody-Drug Conjugates, and Nucleic AcidsLocation: Poster Section 38Poster Board Number: 5Abstract Presentation Number: 2397Monday, April 20, 2026 (2:00 PM - 5:00 PM)Title:TROP2 Upregulation and Interaction with HER2 Mediate Trastuzumab Resistance4Authors: Yuan-Liang Wang, Chi-Huan Lu, Cheng-Yen Wei, Jye-Yu Huang, Woan-Eng Chan, Lu-Tzu Chen, Ya-Chi Chen. OBI Pharma, Inc., Taipei, TaiwanSession Title: PO.ET03.06 Drug Resistance 1: Antibodies and ADCsLocation: Poster Section 12Poster Board Number: 18Abstract Presentation Number: 2972Tuesday, April 21, 2026 (9:00 AM - 12:00 PM)Title: Glycan-based site specific ADC Achieves Sustained Tumor Control through Improved Payload Delivery and Immune Activation9Authors: Liu Chih-Chun, Tsai Yi-Chien, Huang Jing-Rong, Lo Fei-Yun, Pei Yu, Hsu Ren-Yu, Tu Tzu-Hsuan, Chen Ya-Chi. OBI Pharma, Inc, Taipei, TaiwanSession Title: PO.IM02.04 - Adaptive Immunity in CancerLocation: Poster Section 6Poster Board Number: 2Abstract Presentation Number: 4234Title: Advancing ADC therapeutics with next-generation site-specific glycan conjugation and dual-payload flexibility10Authors: Wei-Chien Tang, Yu-Hung Chen, Chih-Kang Chang, Ting-Wei Liu, Hung-Yi Lin, Wei-Jhen Huang, Chi-Huan Lu, Ren-Yu Hsu, Nan-Hsuan Wang, Ya-Chi Chen,Teng-Yi Huang. OBI Pharma, Inc, Taipei, TaiwanSession Title: PO.ET02.03 - Antibody-Drug Conjugates and Linker Engineering 3Location: Poster Section 12Poster Board Number: 1Abstract Presentation Number: 4423The e-posters will be available for browsing at the AACR virtual meeting platform beginning at 12:00 PM PT on April 17, as well as on the OBI Pharma website (www.obipharma.com) beginning on April 18.1 AACR Annual Meeting 2026 Abstracts online https://www.abstractsonline.com/pp8/#!/21436/presentation/45832 AACR Annual Meeting 2026 Abstracts online https://www.abstractsonline.com/pp8/#!/21436/presentation/53853 AACR Annual Meeting 2026 Abstracts online https://www.abstractsonline.com/pp8/#!/21436/presentation/45884 AACR Annual Meeting 2026 Abstracts online https://www.abstractsonline.com/pp8/#!/21436/presentation/50305 AACR Annual Meeting 2026 Abstracts online https://www.abstractsonline.com/pp8/#!/21436/presentation/40516 AACR Annual Meeting 2026 Abstracts online https://www.abstractsonline.com/pp8/#!/21436/presentation/54007 AACR Annual Meeting 2026 Abstracts online https://www.abstractsonline.com/pp8/#!/21436/presentation/54018 AACR Annual Meeting 2026 Abstracts online https://www.abstractsonline.com/pp8/#!/21436/presentation/64749 AACR Annual Meeting 2026 Abstracts online https://www.abstractsonline.com/pp8/#!/21436/presentation/131110 AACR Annual Meeting 2026 Abstracts online https://www.abstractsonline.com/pp8/#!/21436/presentation/5403About OBI PharmaOBI Pharma is a clinical-stage global oncology company established in 2002 and headquartered in Taiwan. Together with its subsidiary OBI Pharma USA, Inc., the company is dedicated to developing innovative cancer therapeutics to provide new treatment options for patients with urgent medical needs.OBI's research efforts center on novel antibody-drug conjugates (ADC). Through its patented next-generation conjugation technology platform, Obrion™, OBI has established diverse ADC design modalities. The platform integrates proprietary conjugation and linker technologies, including GlycOBI®, GlycOBI DUO®, EndoSymeOBI®, HYPrOBI®, and the novel irreversible cysteine-conjugation technology ThiOBI® , to advance next-generation ADC solutions. OBI has developed a next-generation suite of ADC programs. These include monospecific ADCs such as OBI-902 (TROP2), which is under Ph1 clinical evaluation, and OBI-904 (Nectin-4); a bispecific single-payload ADC, OBI-201 (HER2 x TROP2); and a bispecific dual-payload ADC, OBI-221 (cMET x HER3). To broaden the applicability of the HYPrOBI® linker technology, OBI has further developed the ThiOBI® technology to enable irreversible cysteine-based conjugation. In addition to its ADC programs, OBI's assets include OBI-3424, a first-in-class AKR1C3-targeted small-molecule prodrug that selectively releases a potent DNA-alkylating agent in the presence of the aldo-keto reductase 1C3 enzyme, which is highly expressed in certain tumors. Additional information can be found at www.obipharma.com.About OBI-902 and OBI-992OBI-902 is a TROP2-targeted antibody-drug conjugate (ADC) that carries a potent topoisomerase I inhibitor payload to kill tumor cells with a drug-antibody ratio (DAR) of 4. TROP2 is highly expressed in a variety of solid tumors such as breast, lung, biliary, bile duct (cholangiocarcinoma), ovarian, gastric, and many other cancer types, rendering it an ideal target for cancer therapy.OBI-902 is a novel site-specific glycan-conjugated ADC using OBI's proprietary GlycOBI® platform, which provides improved stability and enhanced hydrophilicity. OBI-902 demonstrated remarkable antitumor efficacy across multiple tumors, including NSCLC, triple-negative breast cancer (TNBC), and gastric cancer, improved pharmacokinetic characteristics, and a favorable safety profile in various animal models. The IND of OBI-902 was cleared by the United States Food and Drug Administration (US FDA) on April 30, 2025, received Orphan Drug Designation (ODD) from the US FDA for cholangiocarcinoma on Nov. 16, 2025, and gastric cancer (GC), including gastroesophageal junction cancer (GEJC) on December 5, 2025.The Phase 1/2 Study (NCT07124117) is ongoing, with completion of the Phase 1a portion targeted for 1H 2027.OBI-992 is a TROP2-targeted antibody-drug conjugate (ADC) that carries a potent topoisomerase I inhibitor payload with drug-to-antibody ratio of 4 (DAR 4) via a cysteine conjugated, hydrophilic and enzyme-cleavable linker. OBI-992 remains stable in circulation and delivers this cytotoxic payload to TROP2-expressing tumor cells, leading to tumor cell death while avoiding off-target toxicities.The US FDA cleared the IND application for OBI-992 in Jan 2024 and subsequently granted Orphan Drug Designation for the treatment of gastric cancer, including GEJC in Aug 2024. The Phase 1/2 Study (NCT06480240) has reached the putative Recommended Phase 2 Dose (pRP2D) and Phase I completion is targeted for 1H 2027.Since December 2021, OBI has been granted by Biosion, Inc. (www.biosion.com) an exclusive license to a TROP2 targeting antibody amino acid sequence in all jurisdictions except Mainland China, Hong Kong and Macau. Biosion holds exclusive rights to that antibody sequence in Mainland China, Hong Kong and Macau. OBI holds commercial rights to OBI-992 and OBI-902 in all jurisdictions except Mainland China, Hong Kong and Macau, while Biosion holds commercial rights to OBI-992 and OBI-902 in Mainland China, Hong Kong and Macau.About OBI-904OBI-904 is an antibody-drug conjugate (ADC) comprised of a monoclonal antibody specifically targeting Nectin-4 (Nectin cell adhesion molecule 4), linked to a potent topoisomerase I inhibitor payload with Drug-to-Antibody Ratio of 8 (DAR8) through OBI's proprietary GlycOBI® ADC enabling technologies, powered by a dual-function enzyme, EndoSymeOBI®, and a novel linker, HYPrOBI®. It is a potentially first-in-class and best-in-class glycan-based ADC designed to target multiple cancer types that express Nectin-4. Antitumor activity has been shown across several animal disease models, including HNSCC, CRC, TNBC, cervical and sarcoma cancers; OBI-904 has demonstrated a favorable safety profile in a repeat dose toxicity study in monkeys, and is now in the pre-IND stage of development.About OBI-201OBI-201 is a TROP2 x HER2 bispecific ADC generated by OBI GlycOBI® ADC enabling technologies conjugated with a topoisomerase I inhibitor. Notably, OBI is the first to demonstrate that HER2 and TROP2 can interact and form a protein complex on the cell surface-a groundbreaking discovery facilitated through collaboration with a specialized AI drug discovery partner. OBI-201 offers several advantages over mono-specific TROP2 or HER2 ADCs. By targeting both antigens, it broadens tumor coverage, especially in cancers with heterogeneous or low expression of either target. Dual targeting can enhance tumor selectivity, binding avidity, and internalization, improving payload delivery to cancer cells while potentially reducing toxicity to normal cells. OBI-201 may overcome resistance associated with downregulation of targets after treatment by certain monospecific ADCs.Animal studies revealed that OBI-201 demonstrated significantly superior anti-tumor activity compared to single-target ADCs in drug-resistant breast cancer models with extremely low HER2 expression. OBI-201 was able to sustain tumor growth suppression, indicating its potential to overcome multiple drug-resistance mechanisms. OBI-201 is a next-generation bispecific ADC poised to break through the limitations of single-target ADCs, potentially offering patients a more comprehensive and durable treatment option.About OBI-221OBI-221 is a Bispecific-Dual Payload ADC (BsDpADC), generated by OBI GlycOBI DUO® technologies, targeting cMET and HER3, conjugated with dual payload of MMAE and topoisomerase I inhibitor.In clinical practice, EGFR-targeted therapies have become a key strategy for treating non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) and colorectal cancer (CRC) patients. However, tumors often rapidly develop resistance by upregulating cMET and HER3 that, in turn, sustain tumor growth. Moreover, high expressions of cMET and HER3 have been observed in gastric cancer, head and neck cancer, and various other solid tumors, further underscoring the unmet medical needs.To address this challenge, OBI Pharma leverages its proprietary GlycOBI DUO® platform and HYPrOBI® linker to develop a novel bispecific dual-payload antibody-drug conjugate (BsDpADC)-OBI-221. This therapeutic agent simultaneously targets cMET and HER3 while delivering synergistic cytotoxic agents, effectively combating tumor resistance and heterogeneity. This breakthrough design not only addresses an unmet medical need but also represents a forward-looking strategy for next-generation ADC development.OBI-221 holds meaningful potential to overcome resistance to existing EGFR-targeted therapies, potentially offering patients more targeted treatment options while delivering substantial clinical value.About GlycOBI®OBI has developed a unique glycan-based, site-specific ADC technology (GlycOBI®), designed in a Plug and Play format that is compatible with any antibodies, linkers, and payloads, and supports various drug-antibody ratios (DAR)(up to 16). Powered by OBI's proprietary dual-function enzymatic technology EndoSymeOBI® and its hydrophilic linker technology HYPrOBI®, GlycOBI®, a core component of OBI's Obrion™ ADC technology family, enables the generation of site-specific and homogeneous ADCs through an efficient, scalable and streamlined two-step, one-pot conjugation process under GMP conditions.During the conjugation process, GlycOBI® avoids disrupting the antibody structure and ensures that the resulting ADC retains biophysical characteristics comparable to the native antibody. In addition, OBI's linker technology improves payload conjugation efficiency and reduces the propensity for aggregation or degradation, further supporting a stable and well-controlled ADC manufacturing process. GlycOBI® has overcome limitations commonly associated with traditional ADC approaches and has demonstrated improved antitumor activity and stability in various in vivo studies. Notably, the platform supports the conjugation of both cytotoxic small-molecule inhibitors and highly hydrophobic degraders, expanding its applicability to next-generation modalities such as DACs.About GlycOBI DUO®GlycOBI DUO® is a next-generation dual-payload antibody-drug conjugate (ADC) technology built on the GlycOBI® site-specific conjugation platform and its proprietary enzymatic conjugation strategy. It enables the precise and programmable attachment of two distinct payloads to a single antibody with tunable ratios and supports high DAR ratios, including up to DAR24. By combining complementary mechanisms of action, GlycOBI DUO® is designed to enhance antitumor efficacy, address tumor heterogeneity, and improve the overall therapeutic index, with the potential to overcome resistance mechanisms associated with conventional ADCs-representing a promising advancement in next-generation ADC development.About ThiOBI®OBI has developed a novel irreversible, cysteine conjugation ADC platform (ThiOBI®) with improved stability, which can apply to any antibodies, linkers, and payloads. OBI's proprietary ThiOBI® platform including linker technologies (HYPrOBI®) can generate ADCs in different biomolecular formats, including antibody fragments, nanobodies, peptides, and proteins. Furthermore, OBI's HYPrOBI® linker technology has improved conjugation efficiency of the payload and reduced aggregation propensity and also expanded the half-life of the ADC products. ThiOBI has overcome the limitations of traditional cysteine ADCs and achieved better antitumor activity and stability in various in vivo tests.GlycOBI®, EndoSymeOBI®, ThiOBI®, HYPrOBI®, and GlycOBI DUO® are registered trademarks of OBI. Obrion™ is a trademark under registration.Forward-Looking StatementsStatements included in this press release that are not a description of historical facts are forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Such forward-looking statements include, but are not limited to, statements about future clinical trials, results and the timing of such trials and results. Such risk factors are identified and discussed from time to time in OBI Pharma's reports and presentations, including OBI Pharma's filings with the Taiwan Securities and Futures Bureau.COMPANY CONTACT:Jukka MuhonenExecutive Director, Business DevelopmentOBI Pharma USA, Inc.1.617.821.0292jukkamuhonen@obipharma.comSOURCE: OBI Pharma USA, Inc. Copyright 2026 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com
(AsiaGameHub) - The much-discussed sponsor exodus from horse racing may not actually be coming to pass, if the most recent sponsorship deals from Betway and CopyBet are any indicator, at the very least.
In separate announcements made yesterday, Betway and CopyBet have been unveiled as official partners of The Jockey Club and Worcester Racecourse respectively for the 2026 racing calendar.
For Betway, the Super Group-owned online sportsbook will back 16 races across Newmarket, Haydock Park and Market Rasen, a package that includes its position as the official fixed odds betting partner of the Debenhams July Festival hosted at Newmarket.
Lewis Knowles, PR Manager at Betway, said: “Betway sponsors some of the largest sporting events and teams across the globe, but it is wonderful to see British racing make a well-received return to our sponsorship roster.
“We ranked among the biggest backers of racing over the last decade, with thousands of races carrying our name from 2015 right through to the Champion Chase at Cheltenham in 2024. This agreement is an incredible opportunity to align our brand with this fantastic sport once again.
“We have enjoyed great success working alongside The Jockey Club in the past, and every member of the Betway team is thrilled to bring that partnership back for 2026.”
In addition to the July Festival, Betway will sponsor Newmarket’s Craven Meeting taking place 15-17 April, the Grey Horse Raceday held on 15 August, and Cambridgeshire Friday scheduled for 25 September.
The brand will also back Haydock’s Evening and Lester Piggot Day running 29-30 May, the Evening and Old Newton Cup across 3-4 July, Rose of Lancaster Day on 8 August, the Tommy Whittle Day on 19 December and Last Fling Day on 30 December.
It will sponsor a single day of racing at Market Rasen, the Summer Plate Day held on 18 July.
Is the rift between betting firms and horse racing starting to mend?
The wide range of meetings Betway is sponsoring points to a shift in stance among operators, at least some of them, as the dust settles on the tax debates and disputes of summer 2025.
There had been widespread expectations that racing sponsorships would be axed this year, following the gambling tax increases announced by Rachel Reeves, Chancellor of the Exchequer, last November.
Remote Gaming Duty (RGD) rose from 21% to 40% on 1 April. Ahead of this change, a number of operators including bet365, BetMGM and Entain’s Coral chose to scale back parts of their sponsorship activity, leading to predictions of difficult times ahead for racing. The new deals from Betway and CopyBet suggest this may not be the full picture.
Dan Glavin, Betting Partnerships Manager at The Jockey Club, said: “It is fantastic news that Betway is renewing its association with The Jockey Club through this exciting new partnership.
“The Betway Craven Meeting at Newmarket is the point where the new Flat turf season really hits its stride, making it the perfect time to launch this collaboration.
“Along with taking on the role of fixed odds betting partner for the prestigious Debenhams July Festival at Newmarket, Betway will also have its name linked to a significant number of high-class racedays running all the way through to the end of the year.
“Most of these racedays will be broadcast live on ITV, delivering considerable brand exposure.”
Beyond financial concerns, betting firms and racing also had a minor falling out last year to some extent. In the lead-up to November’s Autumn Budget, the British Horseracing Authority (BHA) and other sport stakeholders launched the #AxeTheRacingTax campaign.
This campaign included a day of strike action held on 10 September. The Betting and Gaming Council (BGC), which was also lobbying against tax hikes at the time, criticised this move, and it appeared a rift was opening up between the racing and betting sectors.
It is not all bad blood across the board, however, as the latest moves from Betway and CopyBet seem to indicate. For CopyBet, the firm has signed on as the official betting partner of Worcester Racecourse for the 2026 National Hunt summer season.
The company will sponsor 57 races across 19 summer jumps meetings running from 6 May to 21 October. This package includes naming rights to the Fixed Brush Series Final, with CopyBet branding set to be displayed across the entire racecourse site.
Michael Thomas, Worcester Racecourse General Manager, said: “Ahead of another exciting summer of National Hunt action, we are thrilled to welcome CopyBet as our Official Betting Partner, supporting us to deliver another packed schedule of high-quality race days on the banks of the River Severn.”
This agreement adds to CopyBet’s existing racing sponsorship portfolio, which already includes partnerships with Carlisle, Exeter, Haydock, Huntington and Kempton, plus a brand ambassador deal with Irish jockey Jonathan Burke.
“We’re delighted to team up with Worcester Racecourse as its official betting partner,” said Mark Smith, Managing Director of CopyBet UK. “British horse racing is set to be a core part of another incredible summer of sport in the UK, and we are proud to continue supporting one of the nation’s most popular sports.”
The racing sector came out of last year’s budget announcement in a relatively strong position, having been exempted from the RGD increase and next year’s planned rise in General Betting Duty (GBD) from 15% to 25%.
A knock-on impact on racing is still anticipated, however, as a result of the previously mentioned marketing cutbacks. While Betway and CopyBet have not joined the exodus of sponsors, other operators still plan to limit their presence in racing, meaning the sport requires all the financial support it can secure.
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香港, 2026年4月15日 - (亚太商讯 via SeaPRwire.com) - 品创控股有限公司（"品创控股"或"公司"，连同其附属公司统称为"集团"；股份代号：8066）欣然宣布，集团全资附属公司赛博幻境（香港）有限公司（"赛博幻境"）于今日隆重举行《语音 AI 之 Echo 生态战略全球启幕盛典》，正式启动其全球语音 AI 回声生态系统（Echo Ecosystem，"回声生态"）战略，构建从语音数据采集、处理到商业应用的全链路闭环。此举标志着集团在人工智能语音数据服务领域的战略布局迈入全新阶段，为集团深化 AI 业务转型、打造长效增长曲线奠定坚实基础。针对语音数据采集规模、质量与多样性的行业困境，赛博幻境创造性推出区块链游戏与语音数据采集相结合的全新模式。用户参与游戏时，完成指定文本的语音录制任务，既可享受游戏乐趣，亦可获得代币激励。该"游戏化采集"模式，可大规模、高效率获取覆盖不同年龄、地域、口音与情感表达的真人语音数据，为构建多元化声音数据库提供稳定持续的来源。采集完成后，回声平台透过专业清洗、标注与分类处理，将原始语音转化为可直接用于 AI 训练的结构化声音数据库。相关数据库于 AI 数据市场以回声代币交易，供全球开发者及企业采购使用，形成"用户参与采集 — 获取代币激励 — 数据加工处理 — 市场交易流通 — 产业应用赋能"的完整价值链闭环。该模式不仅大幅降低语音 AI 开发门槛，更让数据贡献者、开发者及终端用户共享语音 AI 发展所带来的裨益。"语音 AI 不仅是技术，更是未来数字世界的入口。"赛博幻境首席执行官郭晓鹏先生在盛典上表示，"回声生态致力于构建语音 AI 时代的基础设施，透过去中心化的数据采集网络和开放的声音数据库市场，我们将为全球 AI 开发者提供最丰富、最优质的声音数据资源，推动语音 AI 技术在各行各业的快速落地和应用创新。"当前，人工智能技术加速渗透各行各业，人机对话已成为 AI 应用场景的核心交互方式。语音 AI 技术作为 AI 智能体不可或缺的组成部分，正成为连接人类与数字世界的入口。高品质、多元化的声音数据库是 AI 智能体强化训练的核心基础，语音 AI 技术发展已进入"数据驱动"新阶段，优质声音数据库不仅可显著提升语音合成的情感表现力、语音识别的场景适应性与对话系统的个性化能力，更成为语音 AI 产业发展的核心竞争力与先发优势所在。品创控股锐意推动业务多元化布局，把握数字经济与人工智能产业的蓬勃商机，并凭借前瞻性转型，成功构建"私域电商营运+AI技术服务"双轮驱动的业务架构。本次回声生态全球启动，是集团深化AI业务布局、推动主营业务向AI数据服务转型的关键里程碑。展望未来，集团将以赛博幻境为核心载体，持续深耕语音AI技术研发，拓展生态合作网络，推动技术在智能客服、数字人、元宇宙、智能汽车等前沿领域深度融合；同时深化两大业务协同效应，强化核心竞争力，推动业务高质量发展，把握全球AI产业广阔机遇，致力为股东创造可持续长期回报。图片说明赛博幻境首席执行官郭晓鹏先生讲解去中心化语音网络的价值实现，彰显品创控股推动语音 AI 技术在各行各业的快速落地和应用创新的决心。关于品创控股有限公司品创控股有限公司的使命是妥善运用公司所获得的资本与独特投资机会，为股东提供稳定的优渥收入与获利。品创控股由六个主要事业部门组成，包括智能卡制造服务、电子商务、人工智能、投资服务、资源回收投资与媒体与娱乐投资，主要业务为生产及销售智能卡、提供定制智能卡应用系统、私域电子商务平台营运、人工智能语音技术数据服务、提供财务及管理咨询服务、废旧金属销售及贸易、以及媒体与娱乐行业之投资。公司的总部位于香港，旗下控股公司与投资则遍布大中华地区。关于赛博幻境（香港）有限公司赛博幻境（香港）有限公司是品创控股有限公司的全资子公司，专注于语音人工智能技术的研发与应用。赛博幻境致力于通过创新的生态模式，打造从数据采集、处理到商业落地的全链条语音AI解决方案，助力全球智能语音产业的发展。 Copyright 2026 亚太商讯 via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com
(AsiaGameHub) - SBC Digital: Payment Expert makes its return today, Wednesday, 15 April 2026, as a dedicated online gathering. It brings together senior executives from payments, compliance, fraud prevention, and regulatory sectors to confront the critical issues defining the iGaming payments environment.
With fraud methods advancing, regulatory demands increasing, and technologies like artificial intelligence and stablecoins nearing widespread use, the event will investigate how operators can adjust their payment approaches while maintaining compliance, customer satisfaction, and operational effectiveness.
Throughout a day of sessions led by experts, presenters from top operators and payment firms such as Kwiff, ODDSET, Lottofy, FDJ United, Flutter International, Entain, Betsson Group, Superbet, Leovegas, Esports Entertainment Malta Ltd, Paysecure, Chevron Group, Veris.finance, TheLotter, Spyglass Insights, GELSA, CoinGeek, and SBC News will offer actionable knowledge on the industry's reaction to swift transformation.
The schedule will concentrate on six key themes influencing the future of payments and compliance:
The rise in fraud and AML threats, such as synthetic identities and bonus abuse
The expanding function of AI in compliance, fraud identification, and operational performance
Payment flexibility as a key differentiator in dynamic markets
The practical application of stablecoins for operator payments and settlements
The advancement of affordability assessments via open banking and data analytics
The dangers and regulatory considerations of Buy Now Pay Later services in gambling
Agenda Highlights
10:00 – Payments Under Pressure: Tackling Fraud, AML Risk, and Regulatory Expectations
Investigate current fraud and AML developments, from synthetic identities to bonus abuse, and learn about the tactics operators employ to enhance detection, simplify KYC processes, and boost robustness without harming the customer journey.
11:00 – AI in Compliance: Balancing Automation with Human Oversight
Analyze how AI is revolutionizing fraud detection, AML surveillance, and compliance tasks, and identify where human supervision is still crucial for successful risk control.
12:00 – Why Payment Agility Defines Digital Winners
Find out how top operators are creating more adaptable payment systems to speed up market expansion, foster innovation, and adapt more quickly to new regulations.
13:00 – Beyond the Buzz: How Stablecoins Could Transform Operator Payments
Distinguish between speculation and practical use as specialists discuss the application of stablecoins for treasury operations, international payments, and expedited settlements.
14:00 – Rethinking Affordability: How Data is Transforming Safer Gambling
Understand how open banking and data analytics are redefining affordability checks, enhancing risk identification, and promoting safer gambling practices.
SBC Digital: Payment Expert is a premier online event series concentrating on payments innovation, compliance, fraud prevention, and regulatory developments within the worldwide gaming and gambling sector.
Event Details
Date: 15 April 2026Format: OnlineRegistration: Open now
Registration
Admission is complimentary, but capacity is restricted. Register today to guarantee access to every session and collaborate with industry pioneers who are directing the course of payments and compliance.
Register Here.
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香港, 2026年4月15日 - (亚太商讯 via SeaPRwire.com) - 近日，中国领先的豪华新能源汽车企业赛力斯（9927.HK）正式发布2025年度业绩报告。报告期内，公司坚守技术创新战略，持续完善高端产品矩阵布局，扎实推进可持续发展实践，深耕豪华新能源汽车赛道，为市场与投资者交出一份亮眼成绩单，充分彰显中国豪华新能源车企强劲的发展韧性与核心竞争优势。数据显示，2025年赛力斯实现营业收入约人民币1648.9亿元，同比增长13.63%；归属于上市公司股东的净利润约人民币59.6亿元，营收规模再创历史新高，并连续两年实现盈利，成功达成营收与利润双增长、规模与质量双提升，标志着公司正式迈入高质量稳健发展新阶段，发展根基持续夯实。从营收规模看，赛力斯营收突破1600亿元大关，同比保持两位数增速，显著领先行业平均水平，展现出强大的市场号召力与品牌影响力；从盈利表现看，公司连续两年实现盈利，净利润稳步增长，盈利能力持续优化，盈利质量显著提升。技术创新为核，核心竞争优势持续凸显雄厚的技术实力，是赛力斯实现稳健增长的核心引擎与立身之本。2025年，公司持续加大研发投入，全年研发费用达125.1亿元，同比增长77.4%，研发投入强度与增速均位居行业前列。与此同时，赛力斯坚定推进「增程与纯电双线并行」战略布局，报告期内公司增程业务以37.5%的市占率位居中国市场首位；纯电车型销售占比亦持续提升，产品矩阵不断丰富，全面覆盖多元细分市场需求，进一步扩大市场领先份额。增程与纯电协同发展，既有效破解用户里程焦虑，精准契合当前新能源汽车消费核心需求，也推动公司技术研发全面升级，助力构建多元化产品优势，形成差异化竞争格局，持续巩固在豪华新能源赛道的领先地位，为营收与利润增长提供坚实支撑。智能辅助驾驶是赛力斯技术创新的另一重要突破口，亦是品牌高端化与智能化实力的关键体现。2025年，问界系列累计新增智能辅助驾驶里程38亿公里，智能辅助驾驶活跃用户占比高达95.4%，用户使用率与信赖度持续攀升；2026年春节期间，问界M9智能辅助驾驶里程占比达51.9%，精准解决长途拥堵疲劳、泊车困难等核心用车痛点。赛力斯在智能辅助驾驶领域的突破，不仅推动产品体验迭代升级，让智能科技切实服务于用户出行，更强化了「软件定义汽车」的技术标签，彰显中国豪华新能源车企在智能化领域的创新实力，为市场拓展与业绩增长注入持续动力。ESG赋能高质量发展，坚守可持续发展初心完善的ESG管理体系，是赛力斯实现高质量发展的重要支撑，也是企业践行社会责任、提升全球竞争力的核心底气。2025年，赛力斯持续深化ESG治理，将可持续发展理念深度融入生产经营、研发创新、供应链管理全流程。与此同时，公司积极推进数字化能源管理系统落地与零碳智能物流港建设，单车碳排放强度同比下降18.92%；同时联合供应链伙伴发起绿色倡议，开展核心供应链碳足迹溯源工作。凭借扎实的ESG实践与突出的可持续发展成效，公司获明晟（MSCI）ESG最高AAA评级，跻身全球新能源车企ESG领先阵营，进一步提升品牌美誉度与行业影响力，为企业长期稳健发展注入持久动能。以技术创新铸核心竞争力，以ESG实践赋能长期发展，以优质产品立足高端市场，赛力斯2025年交出一份兼具规模、效益与责任的优异答卷。未来，公司将坚定聚焦高端智能电动汽车主业，不断加大研发投入，深化增程与纯电双轮驱动布局，持续深耕豪华新能源赛道，书写中国高端新能源汽车品牌高质量发展的崭新篇章。 Copyright 2026 亚太商讯 via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com
香港, 2026年4月15日 - (亚太商讯 via SeaPRwire.com) - 中国领先循环经济产业新消费公司转转集团（下称：转转）近日宣布，其自主研发的AI鉴定产品「AI拍图验真」已在二手奢侈品鉴定领域取得重大突破，鉴定准确率实现了LV包袋鉴定错误率不足万分之一、GUCCI包袋零错误的卓越表现；鉴定效率提升近900倍至「1秒出结果」。集团今年将逐步把AI鉴定拓展至CHANEL、Hermès等热门品牌，并于未来延伸至腕表等其他二手品类，构建全品类AI鉴定矩阵。凭借其顶尖AI鉴定能力及创新业务模式的领先优势，转转同步计划在香港设立国际业务总部，正式开启全球化布局。作为中国头部二手交易平台，转转自2015年成立以来发展迅速，旗下拥有转转、找靓机、红布林等多个知名二手消费品牌。当前中国二手闲置赛道备受资本与市场瞩目，转转亦凭借首创的二手质检「官方验」服务脱颖而出。集团已获包括腾讯、小米、58集团在内的多个知名企业或投资者支持，上一轮融资估值达逾30亿美元（约234亿港元），去年营收总额突破200亿元人民币，拥有超过4亿注册用户、5,000万月活跃用户。 （图为北京「超级转转」二奢仓店）有别于以Carousell、闲鱼等企业为代表的传统C2C模式，转转透过成熟的C2B2C商业模式，以「平台居中、专业鉴定、品质保证」提供差异化平台服务。其首创的「官方验」服务会在对回收商品全方位严格检测后为其提供一份专属的质检报告并公开展示，绝大部分官方验商品，都可享有7天无理由退货、一年平台质保、内陆包邮等增值服务。转转透过标准化质检与售后保障，例如履行「验了再发货」、「不满意可退」、「验错了就赔」等策略，为消费者提供「所见即所得」的优质体验。 （图为转转青岛智能质检中心）技术驱动是转转稳居行业领先地位的核心引擎。转转去年成立了AI事业部，三年内拟投入20亿元人民币研发AI质检、智能匹配等工具。今年初上线的「AI拍图验真」，深度应用于二手奢侈品鉴定领域，系统基于海量真实商品图片数据库与深度学习算法，将传统需时15分钟的人工鉴定大幅压缩至「秒级鉴定」，最快1秒即可出结果，效率提升近900倍;同时在核心包袋品类的鉴定上，更创下错误率不足万分之一的超高准确率（上线至今，LV包袋累计鉴定逾万单，仅错一单，错误率不足万分之一），彻底打破了传统非标品交易及人工鉴定中的标准不一、效率樽颈等难题。转转集团创办人兼行政总裁黄炜表示：「转转集团在过去十年间通过持续的技术创新和战略整合，确立了在中国二手交易市场的领导地位，我们深信领先的技术与质检能力是打破二手交易壁垒的关键。转转致力引领中国的二手消费模式，不断刷新消费者的二手消费体验，我们对即将在香港设立国际业务总部感到振奋，亦是标志着转转从中国市场迈向国际舞台的重要里程碑。」 （图为转转APP内商品AI鉴定信息）关于转转转转集团成立于2015年，是中国领先的循环经济产业新消费公司，旗下拥有转转、找靓机、采货侠、侠客汇、红布林等多个二手电商品牌，业务覆盖手机3C、奢侈品、图书、潮玩等百余种余种品类二手商品交易，在全国布局超过1,100多家线下门店和超过3,000人的上门回收团队，通过人工智能质检技术和创新的C2B2C商业模式，致力解决非标品交易的信任难题，为消费者带来有质价比的二手好物。转转作为全国有履约二手商品交易平台的领导企业，去年已录得超过4亿注册用户、5000万月活跃用户。「技术驱动+平台服务」为核心引擎，转转特设AI事业部，在国立首创二手质检「官方验」服务，并先后自主研发AI估价系统、AI拍图验真等核心技术产品，打造了二奢行业的顶尖AI鉴定能力，为全球知名热门的奢侈品牌包袋品类提供秒级且精准的真伪鉴定，持续引领中国二手交易市场向标准化、数字化迈进。传媒垂询，请联络：转转集团公关部 Alan Wei：weixi@zhuanzhuan.com Copyright 2026 亚太商讯 via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com
SINGAPORE, Apr 15, 2026 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - As artificial intelligence adoption accelerates across Southeast Asia, enterprises across the ASEAN region are increasingly establishing structured AI engineering practices to move from experimentation to production-scale deployment.According to Joseph Bosco, Partner Manager, APJ - Prof Services at Databricks, organisations across ASEAN are recognising that sustainable AI adoption depends not only on advanced models but also on robust engineering foundations that ensure reliability, governance and operational scalability.“The early phase of AI adoption focused heavily on experimentation and proofs of concept,” Bosco said. “Across Southeast Asia we are now seeing a shift towards AI engineering practices that prioritise data quality, governance and production readiness.”Markets such as Singapore, Indonesia, Vietnam, Malaysia and Thailand are witnessing strong momentum in enterprise AI adoption as organisations modernise their data infrastructure and invest in advanced analytics capabilities.Industry experts note that AI engineering is becoming a critical discipline that connects AI innovation with enterprise operations. This includes building scalable data pipelines, managing machine learning lifecycle processes and integrating AI systems into business workflows.“Building a model is only one part of the challenge,” Bosco said. “The real work lies in creating reliable data pipelines, managing model lifecycle and embedding AI into operational systems.”Across ASEAN, many enterprises continue to manage complex data environments spanning legacy systems, multiple cloud platforms and software-as-a-service applications. Consolidating these fragmented data sources into unified platforms is increasingly seen as a prerequisite for scaling AI initiatives.Technology partners and consulting firms across the region are responding by developing dedicated AI engineering practices that combine expertise in data engineering, machine learning, generative AI and governance frameworks.These capabilities are already being applied across key sectors including financial services, telecommunications, and manufacturing.Bosco noted that Southeast Asia’s rapidly expanding data economies are creating a particularly dynamic environment for AI engineering talent and innovation.“As organisations across ASEAN continue to invest in data transformation, AI engineering will become an essential capability that enables enterprises to operationalise AI safely and effectively,” he said. Copyright 2026 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com
Stephane Cardinale - Corbis/Corbis Entertainment/Getty Images(SeaPRwire) - 啊，新超级英雄电影的选角总是这般让人屏息期待。没有什么能和这种感觉相比，尤其是对于全新DC宇宙这样一个崭新、热门且成败在此一举的项目来说更是如此。James Gunn在《超人》项目上完成了不可能的任务：选出了完美的钢铁之躯，选出了仿佛直接从DC漫画纸页中走出来的露易丝·莱恩，还有一个颠覆性恰到好处、效果出彩的莱克斯·卢瑟。不过，尽管已经打下了如此坚实的基础，他仍要在脚步日渐临近的续集《Man of Tomorrow》中重新来过，在此过程中还可能逐步搭建正义联盟的阵容。所有人都在关注Gunn为《超人》系列下一部作品招募卡司的动向。这部新片将以David Corenswet饰演的超人和Nicholas Hoult饰演的莱克斯·卢瑟为双核心；这对立场迥异的对手很可能会被迫联手对抗更大的威胁——布莱尼亚克（由Lars Eidinger饰演）。除了《Superman》的原有演员阵容，还会有Aaron Pierre加入，他会先在HBO的《Lanterns》中以约翰·斯图尔特的身份亮相。说这个阵容拥挤，那确实不假，但Gunn近日透露，拼图还缺最后一块——而《Andor》主演阿德里娅·阿霍纳刚刚补上了这个空缺。阿霍纳正从遥远的银河系转战DCU。| Lucasfilm阿霍纳的名字出现在新DCU的选角传闻中已经有一段时间了。这位女演员是神奇女侠粉丝选角中呼声最高的人选之一；而且她还曾在2016年的《The Belko Experiment》中与Gunn有过合作，这让二人再度合作的可能性大大提升。但大半年来Gunn一直否认阿霍纳会加入新DCU。哪怕《Deadline》披露她正和《Fallout》的Ella Purnell以及《Industry》的Marisa Abela一起，试镜《Man of Tomorrow》的一个神秘角色，这位编剧兼导演也立刻斥这些说法为“胡扯”。当然，如此强烈的反应通常说明正好戳中了痛点。Gunn其实在撒谎，而且显然是出于合理的原因。尽管《Deadline》认为阿霍纳是玛克希玛——一个对超人痴迷不已的外星战士女王——的候选人之一，但真相可能更有看头。The Hollywood Reporter的Borys Kit和Aaron Couch今日证实，阿霍纳确实拿到了《Man of Tomorrow》的角色，但目前“尚不清楚”她饰演的到底是不是玛克希玛。Gunn至今既没有确认也没有否认玛克希玛会出现在这部新片中，所以阿霍纳演任何角色都有可能（甚至就像Inverse的Ryan Britt提出的，可能是厄莎这种比较冷门的角色）。既然她演谁都有可能，那为什么不能是神奇女侠呢？阿霍纳完全有可能以玛克希玛的身份加入DCU——但盼着她演神奇女侠也还来得及。| DC Comics说句公道话，如果阿霍纳最终演的是玛克希玛，也算不上坏事。她差不多就是超人专属版本的猫女：身为好战星球阿尔梅拉克的统治者，玛克希玛被强者吸引，超人就是她理想的配偶和共治伙伴。另外值得一提的是，她在1992年交叉联动事件《天空恐慌》中与布莱尼亚克合作，这个故事线很可能是Gunn创作《Man of Tomorrow》的主要灵感来源。这一切都让她出演这个角色显得更加合理，但整个玛克希玛的说法也完全可能是烟雾弹。尽管Gunn在社交媒体上十分健谈，但这位导演讨厌在自己准备好之前透露任何消息。他对《Man of Tomorrow》的选角过程尤其讳莫如深，这可能是因为这部影片藏着一个大秘密。毕竟，Warner Bros.高管David Zaslav确实说过，在《Superman》获得成功后，DC Studios会“加急推进”神奇女侠的独立电影。哪怕《Man of Tomorrow》讲的是超人和莱克斯的故事，人们也忍不住期待能一睹天堂岛公主的身影。DC上一部神奇女侠电影问世并没有太久，但《WW84》的口碑失望加上旧DC宇宙的解散，都意味着需要重新搭建班底。而阿霍纳不就是接下这个任务的最佳人选吗？她在《Andor》中表现低调克制、坚毅又富有共情力，几乎就是一场没有官宣的戴安娜·普林斯试镜，不是吗？在Gunn公开确认阿霍纳在《Man of Tomorrow》中的角色之前，这一切都只是一厢情愿的猜想。这位女演员完全有可能饰演一个完全不同的角色，但如果早期的猜测从一开始就是对的，那可就太令人兴奋了。《Man of Tomorrow》将于2027年7月9日登陆院线。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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Avco Embassy/Kobal/Shutterstock(SeaPRwire) - 约翰·卡朋特（John Carpenter）是恐怖片界的传奇，但他的作品并不全是杀人狂电影，无论背景是设定在万圣节还是北极。他最被低估的电影之一是《纽约大逃亡》（Escape from New York），这是一部由库尔特·拉塞尔（Kurt Russell）主演的反乌托邦动作惊悚片，其构思非常大胆：在不久的将来，整个曼哈顿岛被改造成了一座巨大的最高安全级别监狱。这一设想在（相对而言）运作良好，直到“空军一号”坠毁，导致总统被困在这个国家公认最危险的地方。斯内克（Snake，拉塞尔饰）登场了，他得到的条件是：如果能救出总统，他将获得赦免。这场营救行动最终演变成了一场政治阴谋。几乎半个世纪后，这个经典故事即将迎来重大更新。但在向原著致敬的同时，它还能进行更新吗？《纽约大逃亡》是约翰·卡朋特电影生涯中不可或缺的一部分。 | Avco Embassy/Kobal/Shutterstock在 CinemaCon 期间，StudioCanal 宣布《纽约大逃亡》的重启版正在筹备中，但并未公布任何进一步的细节。不过，这已经不是该项目第一次被讨论了。有关《纽约大逃亡》翻拍的传闻最早可以追溯到 2007 年，当时 New Line Cinema 购买了版权。多年来，导演 Len Wiseman、Brett Ratner、Robert Rodriguez 以及导演组合 Radio Silence 都曾与该项目联系在一起。杰拉德·巴特勒（Gerard Butler）最初曾洽谈出演，但此后的任何版本都没有进入选角阶段。只是不要指望库尔特的儿子怀亚特·拉塞尔（Wyatt Russell）来扮演下一代斯内克——在 2021 年接受 Esquire 采访时，他明确表示在重启版中扮演斯内克将是“职业生涯自杀的入门课”。他说：“那是绝对不能做的事。”怀亚特·拉塞尔认为没有人能超越他父亲库尔特的表演。 | Lee Watt/AFF-USA/Shutterstock但他不仅仅是反对自己接手父亲的角色——他认为这个角色根本无法复制。“我不知道是否还有其他人能演斯内克·普利斯肯（Snake Plissken），”他说，“祝你好运，去争取吧。我衷心祝你们好运。我只是不知道这怎么可能实现。”这就是关于这个新项目的终极问题。如果没有约翰·卡朋特和库尔特·拉塞尔，翻拍版还能成功吗？还有什么可挖掘的呢？考虑到原版电影是在水门事件之后创作的，也许有一些政治讽刺内容可以翻新，但《纽约大逃亡》本身是非常经得起时间考验的。也许翻拍版会移除一些过时的元素，比如滑翔机降落在世界贸易中心，但其核心和灵魂确实是无法超越的。Escape From New York 现在可以在 Amazon Prime Video 上免费观看。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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KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia, April 14, 2026 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Exito Media Concepts today announced the 46th Edition of the Digital Transformation Summit Malaysia 2026, convening on 23rd April 2026 at the Hyatt Regency Kuala Lumpur Midtown. The summit will bring together more than 200 C-Level executives, technology directors, and government leaders to address the strategic and operational imperatives shaping Malaysia's next phase of digital growth.Now in its 46th edition and part of a series spanning 11+ countries, the summit has established itself as one of Asia Pacific's most consequential forums for enterprise technology leadership.The Strategic Context: Malaysia's Digital Economy at a Critical JunctureMalaysia's digital economy is undergoing a structural shift. Driven by targeted government-led initiatives and accelerating enterprise adoption of artificial intelligence, the Internet of Things, and Web 3.0, organizations across every sector are fundamentally reimagining how they operate, compete, and deliver value.The opportunity is significant. Yet the path to enterprise-wide transformation demands more than technology investment — it requires navigating complex cybersecurity environments, integrating legacy infrastructure with modern digital architecture, developing organizational capabilities at pace, and embedding a culture of innovation that sustains long-term resilience. For Malaysia's business leadership, strategic clarity has never been more consequential.The Digital Transformation Summit Malaysia 2026 is designed precisely for this inflection point.Enterprise Transformation in PracticeThe business case for bold digital action is already being written across Malaysia. A leading domestic enterprise recently undertook a comprehensive digital transformation initiative — transitioning to a cloud-first infrastructure supported by advanced data analytics and AI capabilities.The results were measurable and material: automating key operational processes delivered significant gains in efficiency and organizational agility. The concurrent deployment of robust cybersecurity frameworks ensured data integrity and regulatory compliance. Simultaneously, structured workforce upskilling programmes enabled teams to perform with confidence in an evolving technology environment.The outcome: improved business performance, deeper customer engagement, and a materially stronger competitive position within Malaysia's digital economy. It is precisely this calibre of real-world insight that the Summit is built to surface and scale.Event OverviewThe 46th Edition of the Digital Transformation Summit Malaysia 2026 is part of a globally recognized series of events hosted across 11+ countries. This edition will convene more than 200 C-Level Executives, Directors, Heads of Technology, Government leaders, and digital transformation leaders from across industries.Through expert-led keynotes, panel discussions, and real-world case studies, the summit will highlight innovative strategies, emerging technologies, and actionable insights that empower organizations to drive digital growth and operational excellence.Date: 23rd April 2026Time: 09:00 AM to 05:00 PMVenue: Hyatt Regency Kuala Lumpur MidtownWebsite: https://digitransformationsummit.com/malaysia/Summit Agenda: Technology Priorities Shaping 2026Delivered through expert-led keynotes, high-impact panel discussions, and documented case studies, the Summit agenda will address the technology priorities most consequential to enterprise leaders this year:Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning Embedding intelligent decision-making and automation across core business functions — from supply chain to customer experience to financial operations.Web 3.0 & Emerging Technologies Navigating decentralized innovation and unlocking new digital ecosystems with long-term enterprise relevance.Internet of Things (IoT) Advancing operational connectivity and efficiency across industries through integrated sensor and data infrastructure.Quantum Computing Examining the practical and strategic implications of the next frontier in computational capability.Cybersecurity & Data Protection Strengthening enterprise digital resilience against an increasingly sophisticated and expansive threat landscape.Cloud & Scalable Infrastructure Building the foundational agility, continuity, and scalability demanded by modern enterprise growth.Digital Culture & Transformation Strategy Developing the leadership frameworks and organizational behaviours that sustain transformation well beyond initial implementation.Data-Driven Decision Making Harnessing analytics to convert raw data into competitive intelligence and measurable business outcomes.About Exito Media ConceptsExito — the word for success — is both the name and the operating philosophy of one of the world's most active B2B events and media organizations. Over 16 years, Exito has built a reputation for delivering 240+ conferences annually across technology, digital transformation, cybersecurity, healthcare, and emerging enterprise sectors worldwide.Every Exito event is defined by meticulous agenda curation, access to world-class speaker communities, and a commitment to market-driven insight that translates directly into strategic value for attendees, sponsors, and partners. The result is a global platform trusted by thousands of senior executives to inform their most consequential decisions.Media ContactPrakruthi NayakaMedia and PR Executive, Exito Media ConceptsEmail: prakruthi.nayaka@exito-e.comWebsite: https://digitransformationsummit.com/malaysia/ Copyright 2026 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com
KARIYA, JAPAN, Apr 15, 2026 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - DENSO CORPORATION (hereinafter “DENSO”) announced today that it has established a strategic partnership with Oracle Corporation (hereinafter “Oracle”) to modernize its core systems in the supply chain domain*1. The two companies began work on this initiative in April.Under the partnership, DENSO will deploy a new global core system based on Oracle Fusion Cloud Applications, incorporating the latest AI technologies. Through this initiative, DENSO aims to build an advanced digital foundation for its supply chain operations.The automotive industry is currently facing increasing complexity in supply chain operations that support manufacturing—including production planning, logistics, and procurement—driven by the advancement of vehicle systems and diversification of vehicles, as well as heightened geopolitical risks. To respond appropriately and swiftly to these changes, it has become increasingly important to strengthen and standardize business processes through the use of digital technologies.DENSO and Oracle have previously worked together to modernize business processes based on cloud technologies in areas such as finance, indirect procurement, and human resources. Building on the knowledge gained through these efforts, the new strategic partnership expands the scope of collaboration to the supply chain domain.Under this partnership, DENSO will combine its extensive expertise in automotive parts manufacturing with Oracle’s latest cloud applications and AI technologies, using Oracle Fusion Cloud Applications as the foundation to globally modernize its core supply chain systems.In addition, DENSO and Oracle will establish an AI Center of Excellence (AI CoE)*2, serving as a central organization to collect knowledge on AI utilization and to promote the full-scale use of advanced AI agents across the initiative.Following a pilot deployment at overseas locations planned for approximately two years from now, the new core system will be rolled out globally in phases. Through the introduction of an AI-driven supply chain core system—a leading initiative within the automotive parts industry—DENSO aims to improve operational efficiency and sophistication while building a resilient, robust, and sustainable supply chain capable of adapting to change.Key Business Transformations Targeted by This InitiativeAdvancement of Business ProcessesData spanning planning, procurement, production, delivery, and accounting across globally dispersed operations will be centrally managed on a cloud-based system, enabling real-time visibility of the entire supply chain. Based on this integrated data foundation, AI will automate routine tasks and provide recommended actions, significantly reducing manual work and enabling employees to focus on higher-value, strategic activities.Accelerated Management Decision-MakingBy leveraging the same data foundation, AI will collect and analyze relevant information and run simulations based on multiple data sets, allowing early identification of procurement and supply risks that previously required manual intervention. This will enable the rapid formulation and evaluation of production, procurement, and supply strategies from a globally optimized perspective, in response to changing environments.Comments from ExecutivesHirotsugu TakeuchiCTO (Chief Technology Officer), CDO (Chief Digital Officer),Head of R&D Center, Head of Production Innovation CenterDENSO CorporationAs supply chain operations continue to grow in complexity, advanced technologies such as AI, together with analytics and forecasting platforms based on integrated data, are no longer optional—they are prerequisites. This initiative goes beyond simple efficiency improvements; it represents a fundamental modernization of our core systems to transform the quality and speed of decision-making on a global scale. By leveraging Oracle Fusion Applications to significantly enhance data accuracy and timeliness, and by embedding AI into day-to-day operations, we will implement a supply chain that is resilient to change.Steve MirandaExecutive Vice President, Applications DevelopmentOracleDENSO’s continued growth and the increased speed and complexity of its supply chain operations required a new AI-centric and integrated approach. With Oracle Fusion Applications, DENSO can adopt an AI-powered system of outcomes that can work across the business to automate end-to-end workflows, boost supply chain performance, and drive efficient global growth.DENSO will continue to partner with other companies to strengthen manufacturing competitiveness and address social challenges, contributing to the realization of a sustainable mobility society.*1 Supply chain domain: Refers to operations related to manufacturing, including procurement, logistics, production, and delivery.*2 AI Center of Excellence (AI CoE): A core organization responsible for consolidating and sharing knowledge and know-how on AI utilization, establishing standards and governance, and providing expert consultation to business units to enable effective and continuous use of AI across the entire core system modernization initiative. Copyright 2026 JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.jcnnewswire.com
KAWASAKI, Japan, Apr 15, 2026 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Fujitsu Limited and Chugoku Electric Power Transmission & Distribution Co., Inc. today announced the signing of an intellectual property licensing agreement. This agreement, effective April 15, 2026, covers Chugoku Electric Power T&D's intellectual property, which includes its dynamic line rating technology [1] and intellectual property related to advanced power transmission facility maintenance. The partnership aims to support the expansion of renewable energy adoption and enhance power transmission facility maintenance operations through drone utilization.Under this agreement, Fujitsu will leverage Chugoku Electric Power T&D's intellectual property to launch an advanced power grid operation and maintenance support service for power transmission and distribution companies. This service will enable safe and maximum connection and utilization of renewable energy in the power grid.BackgroundAs the adoption of renewable energy continues to expand, power transmission and distribution companies are working to maximize the use of existing power transmission facilities while maintaining stable operation of the power system [2] . The capacity of transmission lines for safe power transmission varies with environmental conditions like temperature and wind speed. Traditionally, to protect transmission facilities, operations have been based on the transmission capacity under the worst-case conditions. However, dynamic line rating technology, which adjusts transmission capacity based on real-time environmental conditions, is now recognized as a key method for effectively utilizing transmission capacity while making the most of existing facilities.Furthermore, there are concerns that conventional human-dependent maintenance operations, such as inspection and patrolling of power transmission facilities, will face operational challenges in the future due to a shrinking workforce. To address these challenges, initiatives are progressing to utilize digital technologies and drones to efficiently and accurately assess the condition of transmission facilities.Fujitsu has developed technology to acquire and analyze vibration data across all spans of transmission lines using optical fiber sensing technology [3] with a single measuring device, as well as a technology platform for data management and AI analysis. To apply these technologies in a practical operational setting for power transmission and distribution companies, Fujitsu and Chugoku Electric Power T&D have conducted verification tests [4] since September 2021, focusing on expanding renewable energy adoption and enhancing power transmission facility maintenance operations.Service OverviewThe service integrates Chugoku Electric Power T&D's intellectual property, including its dynamic line rating technology and expertise in power transmission facility operation and maintenance, cultivated through verification tests and practical operations, with Fujitsu's optical fiber sensing, data analysis, and AI technologies. It acquires vibration data from optical fibers laid along transmission lines and uses environmental data, such as wind conditions around the transmission lines, derived from this vibration data, to calculate the available transmission capacity according to the real-time facility status. Furthermore, by training and inferring with AI using the acquired data, it becomes possible to predict future wind conditions around transmission lines and transmission capacity. These series of data acquisition, conversion, and prediction functions will be provided as the basic functions of this service.In addition, the data obtained from the basic functions can be utilized to support power transmission and distribution companies in addressing various operational challenges. It supports the operational design and system construction for dynamic line rating technology, thereby reducing renewable energy curtailment and promoting efficient power utilization. Furthermore, wind condition data around transmission lines can guide drone flight feasibility and optimal route selection. By assessing facility conditions from vibration data, the service also facilitates labor-saving and advanced maintenance operations, moving beyond traditional on-site and human-dependent methods.Fujitsu will offer this service to power transmission and distribution companies as part of its "AI Technologies and Solutions" offering under Uvance [5] , a business model focused on addressing societal challenges. Figure: Service Overview Future PlansFujitsu will continue to strengthen this service, including the application of generative AI, to achieve advanced maintenance operations from inspection to repair plan formulation, thereby contributing to the acceleration of digitalization in power infrastructure both domestically and internationally. Furthermore, under Uvance, Fujitsu will advance towards a sustainable and resilient society by enhancing social infrastructure through data and AI.Chugoku Electric Power T&D will continue to advance its technology and accumulate expertise through practical operations, leading the expansion of renewable energy adoption and the sophistication of facility maintenance operations.(1) Dynamic line rating technology:A technology that constantly monitors the status of power transmission lines and adjusts current capacity according to local conditions.(2) Power system:A series of electric power facilities and systems consisting of "transmission," "transformation," and "distribution" to deliver electricity from power stations to customers. (3) Optical fiber sensing technology:A technology that measures in real-time how optical fiber cables are vibrating by inputting specific laser pulses into communication optical fiber cables and measuring changes or components of backscattered light. This measurement uses a dedicated measuring device and a computing system for data processing. (4) Verification tests:Verification tests conducted by Chugoku Electric Power T&D and Fujitsu from September 1, 2021 to September 30, 2022.(5) Uvance:Fujitsu's business model that drives advanced decision-making and business transformation by leveraging data and AI to address societal challenges. It supports both customer business growth and the resolution of societal issues through value co-creation across industries and countries. 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.fujitsuAbout Chugoku Electric Power Transmission & Distribution Co., Inc. Chugoku Electric Power T&D Co., Inc. is a general power transmission and distribution business operator in Japan, located in Naka-ku, Hiroshima City, with five prefectures in the Chugoku region and part of neighboring prefecture as supply areas. A wholly owned subsidiary of Chugoku Electric Power Co., Ltd.https://www.energia.co.jp/nw/index.html (in Japanese)Press ContactsFujitsu LimitedPublic and Investor Relations DivisionInquiries Copyright 2026 JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. 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