SAN FRANCISCO, US – Media OutReach Newswire – 15September 2026 – Flam, an AI interactive content company, has raised US$40 Million (THB 1.3 Billion) in Series B funding led by QED Investors.
Claypond Capital, Martin Chavez, Olivier Pomel, Venky Harinarayan, and Shah Rukh Khan joined the round, with existing investors RTP Global and Dovetail doubling down.
Flam has signed more than 100 enterprise customers in six quarters, including Google, Grab, and KFC. They use Flam’s suite of products for marketing, product visualization, learning and development, entertainment, fan engagement, customer support, and sales. Flam has partnered with Elang Mahkota Teknologi Emtek in Indonesia to bring its technology to brands across Southeast Asia.
“Flam is built on a simple observation. Content has moved in waves, from text to images to video, and every wave flowed one way, creator to viewer. We think interactive is the next default for the internet,” said Shourya Agarwal, Founder of Flam. “The demand was always there. The technology wasn’t. We have made interactivity effortless to build and deploy at enterprise scale.”
Flam holds more than 15 patents and ships three formats.
Flicks are interactive videos that switch person, product, or scene mid-playback, using a patented compression algorithm, delivered programmatically at 50ms time-to-first-buffer. Forge, Flam’s editing model, takes image references and changes only the specified element.
Airboards are high-fidelity 3D content on a camera interface, with touch, voice interactions, and haptic feedback. Flam’s 3D streaming loads them in 300ms, with no app to install. Fable, an image-to-video model, generates the assets as native alpha channel videos.
Visual Agents are human-like characters that hold conversations and take agentic actions. A video call rather than a chat window. Fantom handles facial expression through identity preservation and motion transfer, Finesse handles voice in any language, and Falcon, a 26B-parameter MoE LLM, delivers responses at 30ms time-to-first-token. The pipeline returns an answer in under two seconds.
Nigel Morris, Co-Founder and Managing Partner at QED Investors, said: “Almost every frontier AI content company we see is optimizing what already exists. Flam pointed at something else: how much of the content ecosystem is still untouched. That gap is bigger than most people think, and Flam is the first team we’ve seen with the infrastructure to go after it.”
“The traction was too exceptional to ignore,” said Sandeep Patil, Partner at QED Investors. “Every major shift in internet content has created new platforms and new winners. What tells us Flam will be one is not just the growth rate but also the pace of their AI research and the partners choosing to build on it.”
The capital goes to R&D on Flam’s AI models, expanding the product suite, and scaling enterprise sales globally.
SAN FRANCISCO, USA – Media OutReach Newswire – 15 September 2026 – Flam, an AI interactive content company, has raised US$40 million (RM 163 million) in Series B funding led by QED Investors.
Claypond Capital, Martin Chavez, Olivier Pomel, Venky Harinarayan, and Shah Rukh Khan joined the round, with existing investors RTP Global and Dovetail doubling down.
Flam has signed more than 100 enterprise customers in six quarters, including Google, Grab, and KFC. They use Flam’s suite of products for marketing, product visualization, learning and development, entertainment, fan engagement, customer support, and sales. Flam has partnered with Elang Mahkota Teknologi Emtek in Indonesia to bring its technology to brands across Southeast Asia.
“Flam is built on a simple observation. Content has moved in waves, from text to images to video, and every wave flowed one way, creator to viewer. We think interactive is the next default for the internet,” said Shourya Agarwal, Founder of Flam. “The demand was always there. The technology wasn’t. We have made interactivity effortless to build and deploy at enterprise scale.”
Flam holds more than 15 patents and ships three formats.
Flicks are interactive videos that switch person, product, or scene mid-playback, using a patented compression algorithm, delivered programmatically at 50ms time-to-first-buffer. Forge, Flam’s editing model, takes image references and changes only the specified element.
Airboards are high-fidelity 3D content on a camera interface, with touch, voice interactions, and haptic feedback. Flam’s 3D streaming loads them in 300ms, with no app to install. Fable, an image-to-video model, generates the assets as native alpha channel videos.
Visual Agents are human-like characters that hold conversations and take agentic actions. A video call rather than a chat window. Fantom handles facial expression through identity preservation and motion transfer, Finesse handles voice in any language, and Falcon, a 26B-parameter MoE LLM, delivers responses at 30ms time-to-first-token. The pipeline returns an answer in under two seconds.
Nigel Morris, Co-Founder and Managing Partner at QED Investors, said: “Almost every frontier AI content company we see is optimizing what already exists. Flam pointed at something else: how much of the content ecosystem is still untouched. That gap is bigger than most people think, and Flam is the first team we’ve seen with the infrastructure to go after it.”
“The traction was too exceptional to ignore,” said Sandeep Patil, Partner at QED Investors. “Every major shift in internet content has created new platforms and new winners. What tells us Flam will be one is not just the growth rate but also the pace of their AI research and the partners choosing to build on it.”
The capital goes to R&D on Flam’s AI models, expanding the product suite, and scaling enterprise sales globally.
BANGKOK, THAILAND – Media OutReach Newswire – 15 September 2026 – ONYX Hospitality Group, one of Asia Pacific’s leading hospitality management companies, has strengthened its commitment to more sustainable hotel operations through a strategic partnership with SP Group (SP), one of the region’s leading sustainable energy solutions providers.
The collaboration marks a significant milestone in ONYX Hospitality Group’s Sustainability Framework and will see both organisations explore the deployment of innovative energy solutions across suitable hotel developments in Thailand, helping reduce carbon emissions, improve operational efficiency and deliver long-term value for hotel owners.
Under a newly signed Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), the partnership will focus on rolling out energy-efficient technologies, including Cooling-as-a-Service (CaaS) and renewable energy solutions. This marks SP’s inaugural partnership with a hospitality brand in Thailand. The initiative aims to optimise energy performance, lower operating costs and reduce environmental impact while maintaining the high standards of comfort and service guests expect.
The agreement builds on SP’s successful delivery of ONYX Hospitality Group’s first Cooling-as-a-Service (CaaS) project in Thailand at Amari Don Muang Airport Bangkok, a 429-key hotel located just minutes from Don Mueang International Airport. Designed to serve both business and leisure travellers, the hotel offers extensive meetings and events facilities for up to 800 delegates.
The project involves replacing the existing chiller with high-efficiency equipment while integrating it with an advanced chiller plant management system. This system automates control and optimises energy usage, allowing for better resourcing and greater efficiency.
With a cooling capacity of 1,195 refrigeration tonnes (RT), the new system is expected to achieve more than 40 per cent reduction in energy when operational, as compared to previously. This is equivalent to a reduction of 900,000 kilowatt-hour (kWh) of electricity annually, which translates to around THB 4 million in savings a year. Over the 15-year contract, the hotel will also enjoy savings of approximately THB 25.5 million in operating costs while reducing its carbon emissions by 449 tonnes annually – equivalent to removing over 400 cars from the road.
The CaaS project demonstrates how advanced sustainable technologies can significantly improve operational performance while maintaining guest comfort and reliability.
“At ONYX Hospitality Group, sustainability is an integral part of how we operate and grow our business. As cooling represents one of the largest sources of energy consumption in hotels, improving its efficiency is a meaningful step towards reducing our environmental footprint while maintaining the high standards of comfort our guests expect,” said Mr. Somchai Kittikraisak, Vice President, Technical Services, ONYX Hospitality Group.
“Our partnership with SP Group demonstrates how collaboration and innovation can accelerate the adoption of practical sustainability solutions across our portfolio. Beyond improving operational efficiency, this initiative supports our broader ambition to create more responsible hotel operations while delivering long-term value for our owners, guests and communities.”
Mr. Benjamin Tay, Chairman, Singapore Power Energy (Thailand) Limited, added: “We are pleased to partner with ONYX Hospitality Group to advance the adoption of energy-efficient, lower-carbon cooling solutions across its properties in Thailand. As businesses increasingly prioritise energy performance, operational efficiency and sustainability, we look forward to leveraging SP Group’s expertise and regional experience to support ONYX Hospitality Group in achieving its environmental and operational objectives.”
“SP Group’s expertise in green cooling solutions was an important consideration for us. As reliable cooling and heating are essential to hotel operations, improving energy efficiency is an important part of our sustainability efforts. This partnership allows us to enhance the efficiency of our operations while maintaining the comfort our guests expect.” said Mr. Marck Elmenzo, General Manager, Amari Don Muang Airport Bangkok.
Following the successful implementation at Amari Don Muang Airport Bangkok, both organisations will continue exploring opportunities to deploy sustainable energy solutions across suitable properties in Thailand.
The collaboration supports ONYX Hospitality Group’s Sustainability Framework by accelerating the adoption of innovative technologies that improve operational resilience, reduce environmental impact and contribute to a more sustainable future for Thailand’s hospitality sector.
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About ONYX Hospitality Group
ONYX Hospitality Group, a reputable force in the Asia-Pacific hospitality industry, operates a collection of comprehensive yet complementary brands – Amari, OZO, Shama and Oriental Residence – catering to the distinctive needs of discerning business and leisure travellers across the region where it has deep expertise. In addition to its brand portfolio, ONYX Hospitality Group also operates additional hospitality services across spa and food & beverage. With six decades of management experience, the company extends its innovative solutions throughout the region, upholding internationally recognised standards and ensuring optimal operational manoeuvrability. By fostering enduring relationships with like-minded business partners, ONYX Hospitality Group delivers unparalleled experiences in a dynamic and competitive market, meeting the ever-evolving demands of travellers.
More information: www.onyx-hospitality.com
Find us on social media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/onyxhospitalitygroup/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/onyx-hospitality-group/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ONYXHospitalityGroup
About SP Group
SP Group is a leading utilities provider in Asia Pacific, empowering the future of energy through low-carbon, smart solutions. It owns and operates electricity and gas transmission and distribution networks in Singapore and Australia. As Singapore’s national grid operator, SP Group serves approximately 1.7 million industrial, commercial, and residential customers with world-class transmission, distribution, and market support services.
Beyond traditional utilities, SP Group delivers integrated sustainable energy solutions across Singapore, China, Thailand, and Vietnam. These solutions include district cooling and heating, renewable energy, EV charging infrastructure, and digital energy platforms tailored for districts, communities, and commercial and industrial customers. Since 2022, the company has been supporting Thailand’s green energy transition, with a successful deployment of a district cooling project at the Government Complex Centre Zone C in collaboration with Banpu NEXT, and integrated energy solutions at Rangsit University.
SAN FRANCISCO, USA – Media OutReach Newswire – 15 September 2026 – Flam, an AI interactive content company, has raised US$40 million (S$51 million) in Series B funding led by QED Investors.
Claypond Capital, Martin Chavez, Olivier Pomel, Venky Harinarayan, and Shah Rukh Khan joined the round, with existing investors RTP Global and Dovetail doubling down.
Flam has signed more than 100 enterprise customers in six quarters, including Google, Grab, and KFC. They use Flam’s suite of products for marketing, product visualization, learning and development, entertainment, fan engagement, customer support, and sales. Flam has partnered with Elang Mahkota Teknologi Emtek in Indonesia to bring its technology to brands across Southeast Asia.
“Flam is built on a simple observation. Content has moved in waves, from text to images to video, and every wave flowed one way, creator to viewer. We think interactive is the next default for the internet,” said Shourya Agarwal, Founder of Flam. “The demand was always there. The technology wasn’t. We have made interactivity effortless to build and deploy at enterprise scale.”
Flam holds more than 15 patents and ships three formats.
Flicks are interactive videos that switch person, product, or scene mid-playback, using a patented compression algorithm, delivered programmatically at 50ms time-to-first-buffer. Forge, Flam’s editing model, takes image references and changes only the specified element.
Airboards are high-fidelity 3D content on a camera interface, with touch, voice interactions, and haptic feedback. Flam’s 3D streaming loads them in 300ms, with no app to install. Fable, an image-to-video model, generates the assets as native alpha channel videos.
Visual Agents are human-like characters that hold conversations and take agentic actions. A video call rather than a chat window. Fantom handles facial expression through identity preservation and motion transfer, Finesse handles voice in any language, and Falcon, a 26B-parameter MoE LLM, delivers responses at 30ms time-to-first-token. The pipeline returns an answer in under two seconds.
Nigel Morris, Co-Founder and Managing Partner at QED Investors, said: “Almost every frontier AI content company we see is optimizing what already exists. Flam pointed at something else: how much of the content ecosystem is still untouched. That gap is bigger than most people think, and Flam is the first team we’ve seen with the infrastructure to go after it.”
“The traction was too exceptional to ignore,” said Sandeep Patil, Partner at QED Investors. “Every major shift in internet content has created new platforms and new winners. What tells us Flam will be one is not just the growth rate but also the pace of their AI research and the partners choosing to build on it.”
The capital goes to R&D on Flam’s AI models, expanding the product suite, and scaling enterprise sales globally.
NEW DELHI, INDIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 15 September 2026 – The 2026 BRICS Summit was held in New Delhi from Saturday to Sunday, bringing together leaders of major emerging economies to promote inclusive global governance, strengthen multilateralism and foster sustainable global economic growth.
When addressing the Session I of the 18th BRICS Summit on Saturday, Chinese President Xi Jinping noted that this year marks the 20th anniversary of BRICS cooperation. It has been 20 years of self-reliance and self-strengthening, and BRICS countries have actively explored development paths suited to their own national conditions, setting an example of self-strengthening through unity among emerging markets and developing countries, Xi said.
On the sidelines of the summit, the People’s Daily released a video titled “Through Xi’s Eyes: Finding the answer to the ‘warmth of BRICS,’” featuring the warmth of multilateral cooperation and how China’s development philosophy resonates across the Global South.
In the video, Busi Mabuza, South African chairperson of the BRICS Business Council, emphasized that emerging nations share a common bond: “Because most of the Global South countries are recently emerging from developing nation status, they understand the importance of not leaving anybody behind.”
“It [BRICS] has opened up relationships in markets that are not just large, but that believe in multilateralism, that believe in supporting BRICS partners through sharing of technology, through sharing of skills,” the chairperson said.
R. Deepak, professor of Chinese studies at Jawaharlal Nehru University who brought stacks of President Xi’s works back from China, observed that Xi’s early years laid the foundation for his people-centered approach and poverty alleviation strategies. Such grassroots governance, Deepak noted, deeply resonates with nations of the Global South that share similar developmental journeys and strive to build a better life for their people.
As the video reflects, for people across Asia, Africa and Latin America, development is not an abstract concept but concrete improvements, from a paved road to a new job. As nations come together for this common goal, the paths to development and modernization open up to more possibilities.
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Hong Kong’s most anticipated social occasion returns – a vibrant celebration of world-class equestrian sport combined with fashion, food, and entertainment, all under one roof.
HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 15 September 2026 – Tickets for the Longines Hong Kong International Horse Show (LHKIHS) go on sale, ahead of the event’s return to the AsiaWorld-Expo from 29 to 31 January 2027. The Show is back for its third edition, building on the last two successful years that drew audiences from Hong Kong and an expanding base of visitors from the Greater Bay Area, Asia, and beyond, whose share of the audience has grown 75% since the Show’s first year.
2026 THE LONGINES GRAND PRIX winner Roger Yves Bost (Image Credit The Longines Hong Kong International Horse Show)
The 2027 edition marks LHKIHS’s biggest lifestyle offering yet, with an exciting lineup of shopping, food, and entertainment experiences beyond the arena. This cements how the Show has evolved from a stop on the international showjumping calendar into one of Hong Kong’s anticipated social occasions, where world-class sport meets lifestyle under one roof. Tickets are now available via HK Ticketing, Klook and 01Space; fans can secure access to the best seats at the city’s global meeting point.
Major highlights not-to-miss at the third edition of LHKIHS
LHKIHS is supported by partners who share the passion for bringing world-class sport and lifestyle together including Title Sponsor, Longines. The Swiss watchmaker and a global leader in precision timekeeping also returns as the Official Timekeeper and Official Watch of LHKIHS.
The Show is further strengthened by Strategic Partner, The Hong Kong Jockey Club (HKJC); Official Equine Transport and Founding Partner, Cathay Cargo; Founding Partner, the Equestrian Federation of Hong Kong, China; Major Partner, the AsiaWorld‑Expo; and Dog Agility Sponsor, Airport Authority Hong Kong.
The prestigious 5* international showjumping classes across the three‑day programme will deliver unparalleled sporting excellence to Hong Kong. Each session will feature high‑stakes, thrilling competitions, with top‑tier international athletes and horses competing at the highest level. In 2027, alongside the 5* classes, the competitive line up will also include the Hong Kong Jockey Club Asia Pacific Youth Challenge where young riders from across the region come together in a final to compete for the top prize. Returning to the Show, by popular demand, is the Shetland Pony Grand National andAirport Authority Hong Kong Presents: Hong Kong Dog Agility competition. Merging high‑energy competition with light‑hearted entertainment, they promise a memorable and captivating experience for spectators of all ages.
Further details on the full arena programme, including new additions for 2027, will be announced later this year via the Show website.
Discover an Elevated Showcase of Retail and Entertainment
Outside of the competition arena is the Festival Village, which will turn the Show into a festive playground. Featuring four distinct zones—Equestrian Gear, Lifestyle & Leisure, Fashion & Accessories, and Wine & Gourmet—Festival Village invites visitors to discover new tastes, enjoy live experiences, browse global and homegrown brands, and take part in family-friendly programming in a vibrant social setting. Together, the arena programme and the Festival Village will deliver a full-day experience for all ages, appealing to both equestrian fans and lifestyle entertainment seekers.
In 2027, the Festival Village will bring together an expanded line-up of international and homegrown names, with familiar favourites returning alongside a wave of new additions. Renowned high-performance brand Oakley will make its highly anticipated return after a successful debut in 2026, bringing sports enthusiasts and trendsetters its latest cutting-edge collections. Also returning is Isabelle.C, showcasing Eastern heritage through modern global design that celebrates culture, creativity and conscious luxury.
Meanwhile, adult visitors can indulge in the ultimate experience at the Champagne Taittinger Bar presented by Cathay Cargo, where they savour fine wines and gourmet delights while enjoying some of the best views overlooking the Warm-Up Ring, where elite riders and their horses put the finishing touches on their preparation before entering the competition.
Further additions to the Festival Village experience line-up and activations will be announced in the coming months.
Experience the ultimate convergence of elite equestrian and luxurious lifestyle
Tickets to the Show are now available through LHKIHS official ticketing partner, HK Ticketing, as well as on Klook and 01Space. Starting at HK$200 for Arena Seating tickets visitors can choose from Gold, Silver and Bronze categories, each offering a different vantage point of the arena.
New for this year, LHKIHS introduces the Diamond ticket category, offering guests an enhanced way to experience the excitement and elegance of the Show. With premium seating that provides some of the best views of the arena, Diamond ticket holders will be perfectly placed to enjoy the world-class competition up close. They will also receive exclusive access to the Phoenix Club, the new lively ringside social hub where guests can mingle, unwind and enjoy two complimentary beverages. For guests seeking the ultimate experience, VIP tables offer front-row views of the sporting action paired with an exceptional dining experience in an unforgettable atmosphere.
All tickets provide access to the Festival Village, however, with limited seating available, early booking is strongly encouraged to ensure the best available positions.
Mr Richard Ireland, CEO, Asia, Clarion Events said, “Bringing the Longines Hong Kong International Horse Show back for a third year is a proud moment for us. This year, we will go further than ever before, expanding our Festival Village with an exciting new line-up, so that beyond the world-class sport in the arena, every visitor leaves with a truly memorable, multi-sensory experience. Our goal is simple. To make the AsiaWorld-Expo the city’s ultimate destination for sport and lifestyle this coming January.”
Mr Simon Brooks-Ward, CVO CBE TD, Chairman, HPower Group said, “HPower Group has a long history of delivering the world’s most prestigious equestrian events, and returning to Hong Kong with a showcase of this scale for the third year is an unbelievable milestone for us. We are looking forward to witnessing elite international riders and horses competing at the pinnacle of show jumping and athleticism with fans all around the world. By combining such an elite competition with luxurious lifestyle installations, we are delivering an unforgettable, world-class sporting experience that will undoubtedly captivate enthusiasts and newcomers to the sport.”
Mr Patrick Aoun, Longines President and CEO said, “This third consecutive year of supporting the Hong Kong International Horse Show reflects our enduring commitment to the sport of show jumping and to the Hong Kong community. As this event continues to grow into one of the city’s most celebrated sporting and cultural occasions, we’re delighted to see our shared passion for elegance, precision and excellence brought to life both in and out of the arena.”
Visit the Longines Hong Kong International Horse Show website to learn more and to stay updated on the latest event schedule and ticketing details: https://www.hongkonghorseshow.com/
Event Opening Hours
Doors Open for Festival Village
29Jan 2027 (Fri)
3:00pm – 9:00pm
30Jan 2027 (Sat)
11:00am – 9:00pm
31Jan 2027 (Sun)
10:00am – 9:00pm
Arena Performances Times
29Jan 2027 (Fri)
5:15pm – 10:00pm
30Jan 2027 (Sat)
1:00pm – 3:50pm;
6:00pm – 9:45pm
31Jan 2027 (Sun)
12:00pm – 3:40pm;
5:30pm – 9:30pm
Box Office
Ticket Category
29Jan 2027 (Fri)
30Jan 2027 (Sat) & 31Jan 2027 (Sun)
Adult
Concession*
Adult
Concession*
VIP Table^ (includes 8 seats)
HK$40,000
Diamond
(includes two complimentary beverages)
HK$1,300
HK$850
HK$1,500
HK$1,050
Gold
HK$1,000
HK$600
HK$1,200
HK$800
Silver
HK$750
HK$400
HK$950
HK$600
Bronze – Zone 1#
HK$300
HK$500
Bronze – Zone 2#
HK$200
HK$350
Wheelchair User and Minder
HK$600
HK$800
^Each table comes with exquisite dining and wine hospitality.
*Concession tickets are available for children (aged 3–17) and elderly (65+). All concession tickets require valid ID proof to be presented upon entry.
#Seating with a restricted sightline to portions of the performance.
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About The Longines Hong Kong International Horse Show
The Longines Hong Kong International Horse Show (LHKIHS) is owned by Clarion Events Asia, with HPower Group providing the Sports and Equestrian Management. LHKIHS will take place at the AsiaWorld-Expo, Hong Kong, from 29 January to 31 January, 2027.
The event will provide a platform for the growing interest in equestrianism in Hong Kong and the region, alongside an entertaining cultural experience for those who are curious about equestrianism but not currently involved in the sport. Attendees from Hong Kong and the Greater Bay Area (GBA) are expected at the event, which will feature some of the world’s best show jumpers to thrill the audience over the three days of competition.
As well as first-class sporting action, the LHKIHS will feature lifestyle, education, and entertainment elements and an unforgettable shopping and culinary experience in the Festival Village. For more information, please visit www.hongkonghorseshow.com.
SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 15 September 2026 – The Carnival Fair, Singapore’s carnival event and rental specialist, is happy to announce that it has crossed 1,200 events delivered since its founding, cementing its position as one of the country’s most trusted names in carnival experiences. The milestone spans a client roster of more than 700 brands, covering corporate functions, school carnivals, birthdays and family gatherings.
Founded in 2019 by Jaylon Lim and Joshua Luah, both of whom cut their teeth working part-time at an events rental company, The Carnival Fair was built on a simple observation: Singapore’s events scene had genuine appetite for a specialist who took carnival experiences seriously, from properly maintained equipment to staff who know how to run a booth and hold a crowd.
That foundation has since grown into a catalogue spanning carnival classics such as ring toss and bouncy castle rental, themed booth setups with custom props and backdrops, and a tech-forward lineup including claw machine rental, racing simulators and VR/AR stations. Clients looking to rent carnival games for a single booth or an entire event footprint can now draw from one of the broadest catalogues in the local market, withcarnival food rental options available to round out the experience for guests. The breadth was on full display at flagship events such as the City Harvest Church Christmas Carnival at Suntec City, which drew around 10,000 attendees across a multi-day operation, and the Biotronik “Carnival Around the World” celebration, which paired globally themed food stations with bespoke branding to mark a genuine company milestone.
Underpinning the growth is a price-match guarantee, ensuring clients who find a comparable like-for-like quote from another Singapore provider are never short-changed on price or quality.
Reaching 1,200 events reflects sustained demand from Singapore’s businesses, schools and families for carnival experiences done properly, and marks just the beginning as the company moves further into full event planning rather than rentals alone.
With demand continuing to grow across corporate, education and private segments, The Carnival Fair is expanding its interactive and technology-driven offerings, including holographic claw machines, racing simulators, VR/AR stations and interactive digital games, while deepening partnerships with venues and recurring corporate clients.
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About The Carnival Fair
The Carnival Fair is a Singapore-based carnival event and rental company offering bouncy castle rental, carnival games, inflatables, food stations, photo experiences and interactive tech installations for corporate, school and private events. Businesses and families can rent carnival games and equipment individually or as part of a full carnival package, backed by a price-match guarantee. The company has served more than 700 clients since 2019.
The new 9,300 sq. ft. flexible workspace spans four floors, marking the first Indy by Industrious location in Asia-Pacific and Industrious’ second location in Hong Kong
HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 15 September 2026 – Industrious, the world’s best flexible workplace experience company, opens Indy by Industrious at The Chelsea, its first Asia-Pacific location in Sheung Wan. Spanning approximately 9,300 square feet across four floors, the new workspace is the company’s second location in Hong Kong, following Industrious at One Taikoo Place, Quarry Bay. The opening responds to sustained demand from Hong Kong’s SME and startup sectors for institutional-grade workspaces that offer flexible terms outside of the traditional Central core.
Targeting clients ranging from independent consultants, hybrid workers, start-ups to SMEs from Hong Kong, Mainland China and other APAC markets, Indy by Industrious offers a vibrant, community-first environment, with a space designed to foster organic connection, autonomy and a productive daily rhythm.
Indy by Industrious at The Chelsea offers 50 private offices, accommodating more than 200 desks and meeting rooms of various sizes. The expansion comes on the back of strong performance across Industrious’ Hong Kong operations, anchored by its first location at One Taikoo Place in Quarry Bay, which currently maintains an occupancy of over 90%.
Streamlined neighbourhood office with global network access
The Sheung Wan location provides move-in-ready private office suites, all equipped with executive standard ergonomic furniture. Members benefit from Industrious’ lifestyle-led workplace experience, including signature monthly breakfasts and social drinks. Dedicated parking spaces are available upon request and members can access Industrious’ network of more than 250 locations globally.
Located at 69 Jervois Street and just a three-minute walk from Sheung Wan MTR station, Indy by Industrious at The Chelsea offers a high-function workspace for small teams seeking reliable infrastructure and flexible work options near Hong Kong’s Central Business District, offering exceptional dining, retail, and transport networks.
‘Asia-Pacific is a key pillar of Industrious’ growth strategy, and we are confident in Hong Kong’s position as a regional business centre,’ said Melvin Vu, Managing Director, Industrious APAC. ‘The Chelsea’s opening marks an important step in our expansion. As our second Hong Kong location, it strengthens our ability to support businesses with flexible, quality workplaces and a network that can grow with their needs across Hong Kong and the region. By working closely with landlords, we are maximising the potential of underutilised real estate and creating greater value for both owners and occupiers.’
Carlos Becil, Chief Product Officer, Industrious added: ‘We are excited to introduce Indy by Industrious to Asia-Pacific, with Hong Kong as our first location in the region. Indy by Industrious is created specifically for agile startups and small teams and brings our industry-leading hospitality to a more flexible neighbourhood setting, giving fast-moving teams a vibrant and community-first workspace with access to the broader Industrious global network.’
This momentum reflects Industrious’ global growth trajectory following CBRE’s full acquisition in 2025, with 60+ worldwide openings scheduled for 2026 after expanding its global footprint by 58%. Over the next 12 months, the company will grow its regional footprint by over 50%, following the recent unification of former The Great Room locations across APAC under the global Industrious brand.
Hashtag: #Industrious
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About Industrious
Industrious is the world’s leading workplace experience company. We make workplaces welcoming, empowering, and delightful, and create enriching experiences for individuals and teams of all sizes. Our flexible offerings include dedicated offices, turnkey private suites, and on demand access to coworking and meeting spaces. Acquired by CBRE Group, Inc. (NYSE: CBRE) in 2025 and founded in 2012, Industrious now operates more than 250 locations across 80+ cities globally, including many of the world’s most iconic properties. For more information, visit industriousoffice.com.
As AI cuts production costs and multiplies the output of small agency teams, a new model is emerging in Singapore: revenue-sharing, where the agency earns only when the client sells.
SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 14 September 2026 – For decades, the marketing agency business model has rested on one assumption: producing campaigns is expensive, so clients must pay fixed monthly retainers regardless of results. Artificial intelligence is dismantling that assumption from two directions at once — cutting what it costs an agency to operate, while multiplying what a small team can produce.
The savings start in places clients never see. Administrative work that once consumed billable hours — invoicing and quotations, client reporting, campaign documentation, scheduling and follow-ups — can now run largely on AI systems, stripping overhead out of every account an agency manages.
The bigger shift is in production itself. In video, AI now handles the foundation of the edit — assembling rough cuts, syncing footage, generating captions and preparing ad-ready variations — before a human editor applies the judgment, pacing and finishing that machines can’t. What once took an editor days takes hours. The same applies to design and ad creatives. The result: a small team’s production capacity multiplies while its cost per campaign falls.
That double effect — lower cost, higher capacity — changes what an agency can afford to offer. When servicing an account no longer carries heavy fixed costs, those economics can be passed on to the customer: instead of a large retainer that pays for activity, the agency can charge a minimal base fee and earn its real income as a share of the sales its campaigns generate.
Singapore agency touchmkt has built its business on this model, charging SME clients a low base retainer that roughly covers production, then earning 5–9% of the revenue attributed to its campaigns — tracked through conversion tools that tie each sale back to the ads that produced it.
“The economics simply didn’t work before,” said Charlie Tan, founder of touchmkt. “If every account carries thousands of dollars in production and admin costs, you have to charge for it whether the campaigns perform or not. When AI takes out the cost and multiplies the output, you can afford to be paid on outcomes. For the first time, the agency’s goals and the client’s goals are actually aligned — we only do well when they sell.”
The model does demand discipline: rigorous attribution, and the agency absorbing the risk of campaigns that underperform. But for small businesses long wary of paying retainers for activity rather than results, the direction is clear — AI hasn’t just changed how marketing is made; it’s beginning to change how it’s paid for.
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touchmkt (TouchMarket LLP) is a Singapore-based growth agency for small and medium businesses, combining on-site videography and photography with AI-assisted content production and performance advertising. The agency builds websites, produces short-form video and branded social content, and manages Meta and Google ad campaigns with full conversion tracking — operating on a performance-based model in which its fees are tied to the sales revenue its campaigns generate. touchmkt works with clients across F&B and catering, education, beauty and skincare, renovation and home services, and professional services in Singapore. Learn more at touchmkt.com or contact biz@touchmkt.com.
Facility provides working-capital flexibility to bridge reimbursement timing under more than C$15 million of previously announced non-dilutive federal funding
Ottawa, Ontario – Newsfile Corp. – September 14, 2026 – Focus Graphite Inc. (TSXV: FMS) (OTCQB: FCSMF) (FSE: FKC0) (“Focus” or the “Company“), a Canadian developer of high-grade flake graphite deposits and advanced graphite materials for battery, defence and industrial applications, is pleased to announce that it has established a secured revolving line of credit facility of up to C$2.0 million (the “Facility“) with Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce (“CIBC“).
The Facility provides Focus with additional working-capital flexibility as the Company advances work programs supported by previously announced non-dilutive government funding agreements. In particular, the Facility is intended to help bridge the timing between Focus’s payment of eligible project expenditures, the subsequent submission and review of claims under applicable contribution agreements, and the receipt of corresponding government contributions.
Focus has secured more than C$15 million in previously announced non-dilutive federal funding to support development of its Lac Knife Graphite Project and downstream graphite-processing initiatives. This includes up to approximately C$14.1 million in non-repayable funding from Natural Resources Canada (“NRCan“) under the Global Partnerships Initiative (“GPI“), announced December 8, 2025, and up to C$1,378,700 in non-repayable funding under NRCan’s First and Last Mile Fund (“FLMF“), announced June 3, 2026.
The GPI funding supports Focus’s program to advance electrothermal purification of Canadian natural flake graphite and the development, piloting and demonstration of ultra-high-purity graphite production capabilities. The FLMF funding supports engineering, environmental, permitting, Indigenous engagement and feasibility activities associated with planned road and electrical infrastructure serving the Company’s Lac Knife Graphite Project in Quebec.
As these programs move further into active execution, Focus expects the scale and frequency of eligible expenditures to increase. The Facility is intended to provide liquidity during the period between the Company’s payment of qualifying project costs and receipt of eligible government contributions, allowing capital to be recycled as reimbursements are received while maintaining continuity across funded work programs. All funding remains subject to the terms, eligible expenditure requirements and reimbursement procedures of the applicable contribution agreements.
Importantly, no common shares, warrants or other securities of Focus were issued in connection with the Facility. The Company believes the addition of conventional bank financing provides greater flexibility to manage short-term working-capital requirements while reducing the need to access the equity markets solely to bridge reimbursement timing.
Dean Hanisch, Chief Executive Officer of Focus Graphite, commented, “The scale of non-dilutive government funding Focus has secured creates an important opportunity to advance Lac Knife, related infrastructure and our downstream technology programs while preserving shareholder capital. Because these contribution programs generally require eligible expenditures to be incurred before reimbursement is received, this revolving facility gives us an efficient way to bridge that timing difference and maintain momentum across our funded work programs. Our intention is to use the Facility as a working-capital bridge, reduce borrowings as approved government contributions are received and recycle that availability into subsequent phases of work where appropriate. Adding conventional bank credit gives us greater financial flexibility without issuing equity or warrants and supports our broader objective of minimizing unnecessary shareholder dilution as we execute on these programs.”
CIBC Revolving Credit Facility
Under the Facility, Focus has access to a revolving demand line of credit of up to C$2.0 million. Amounts drawn under the Facility bear interest at CIBC’s Prime Rate plus 2.00% per annum. Principal amounts borrowed and subsequently repaid may be re-borrowed, providing Focus with flexibility to manage recurring working-capital requirements as its funded programs progress.
Amounts outstanding under the Facility are repayable on demand. The Facility is secured by a first security interest over the present and after-acquired personal property of Focus Graphite Inc. and is supported by an unlimited guarantee from the Chairman of Focus Graphite.
The Facility may be used for day-to-day cash flow requirements, including working capital associated with the timing of expenditures and reimbursements under the Company’s government-supported programs, as well as for general corporate working-capital purposes.
While the Facility is intended to reduce the Company’s reliance on equity financing for these short-term requirements, it does not preclude Focus from accessing the equity markets or other sources of capital in the future where the Company determines such financing is appropriate to advance its broader development strategy.
About Focus Graphite Advanced Materials Inc. Focus Graphite is building an integrated graphite platform to supply the industries shaping the future. Through the development of world-class graphite resources, advanced processing technologies and higher-value advanced materials, the Company is positioning itself to support battery, defence, advanced manufacturing and other strategic industries across North America and allied markets.
The platform is anchored by the Company’s two 100%-owned graphite assets in Quebec. Lac Knife is one of North America’s highest-grade feasibility-stage graphite deposits, while Lac Tetepisca is one of the largest identified graphite resources globally. Together with strategic technology partnerships and government-supported innovation initiatives, these assets provide the foundation for a secure, scalable and increasingly integrated graphite supply chain.
Cautionary Note Regarding Forward-Looking Statements Certain statements contained in this press release constitute forward-looking information. These statements relate to future events or future performance. The use of any of the words “could,” “intend,” “expect,” “believe,” “will,” “projected,” “estimated,” and similar expressions, as well as statements relating to matters that are not historical facts, are intended to identify forward-looking information and are based on the Company’s current beliefs or assumptions as to the outcome and timing of such future events.
In particular, this press release contains forward-looking information regarding, among other things, the Company’s intended use of the C$2.0 million revolving credit facility with CIBC; the Company’s ability to draw, repay and re-borrow amounts under the Facility in accordance with its terms; the use of the Facility to support working-capital requirements and to bridge the timing between the incurrence and payment of eligible project expenditures and the submission, review and receipt of corresponding government contributions; the anticipated timing, availability and receipt of reimbursements under previously announced funding agreements with Natural Resources Canada, including the Global Partnerships Initiative and First and Last Mile Fund; the Company’s ability to satisfy applicable eligibility, reporting, reimbursement and other requirements under those funding agreements; the continued advancement and execution of work programs supported by such non-dilutive government funding, including activities related to the Lac Knife Graphite Project, associated infrastructure and the Company’s downstream graphite purification initiatives; the Company’s expectations regarding the scale and timing of expenditures under those programs; the potential for the Facility to provide additional financial and working-capital flexibility, maintain continuity across funded work programs and reduce the Company’s need to access the equity markets solely to bridge reimbursement timing; the Company’s ability to reduce borrowings as government contributions are received and to recycle availability under the Facility into subsequent phases of work where appropriate; and the Company’s future capital requirements and ability to access equity financing, debt financing or other sources of capital where the Company determines such financing is appropriate to advance its broader development strategy.
Forward-looking statements are subject to known and unknown risks, uncertainties, and other factors that may cause actual results, performance, or achievements to differ materially from those expressed or implied by such statements. These risks and uncertainties include, but are not limited to, risks related to market conditions, regulatory approvals, changes in economic conditions, the ability to raise sufficient funds on acceptable terms or at all, operational risks associated with mineral exploration and development, and other risks detailed from time to time in the Company’s public disclosure documents available under its profile on SEDAR+.
The forward-looking information contained in this release is made as of the date hereof, and the Company is not obligated to update or revise any forward-looking information, whether as a result of new information, future events, or otherwise, except as required by applicable securities laws. Because of the risks, uncertainties, and assumptions contained herein, investors should not place undue reliance on forward-looking information.
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