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First hub in APAC to create 150 high-value jobs till mid-2027 and position Malaysia as a regional base for AI-enabled logistics innovation

KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 21 August 2026 – Global supply chain leader HAVI will open its TechHUB in Kuala Lumpur, one of only four such hubs worldwide and its first in Asia Pacific, cementing Malaysia’s role as a strategic centre for digital supply chain innovation across the region.

With its official opening scheduled for November, the Kuala Lumpur TechHUB will bring together regional market insight, digital expertise and local and international talent to develop solutions for Asia-Pacific supply chains, with a focus on AI-driven forecasting, data analytics, automation and IoT-enabled fleet management, supporting more responsive and resilient logistics operations across the region.

The TechHUB has already employed 50 Technology professionals since March 2026 and is expected to grow to 100 employees by year-end, with roles spanning demand forecasting, data analytics, product management, software engineering, cybersecurity, cloud operations and change management.

“Malaysia offers the right combination of technology ambition, multilingual talent and regional connectivity to support the next phase of HAVI’s growth in Asia Pacific,” said Reto Sahli, Chief Digital & Information Officer HAVI. “Through the Kuala Lumpur TechHUB, we are not only building digital solutions for our customers and operations, but we are also creating opportunities for Malaysian professionals to take on global roles and shape how supply chains evolve across the region.”

HAVI’s choice of Malaysia reflects the country’s digital readiness and the depth of its professional talent base. The hub creates pathways for Malaysian professionals to work on regional and global supply chain challenges, gaining exposure to global best practices while bringing APAC market insights to digital tools built for the realities of fast-moving logistics. Underpinning this, HAVI will establish a talent development programme covering technical upskilling in AI, analytics, automation and cloud-based supply chain systems; functional training in logistics operations; and leadership development for professionals taking on regional and global mandates from Kuala Lumpur.

“What makes the HAVI TechHUB network truly distinctive is how our hubs are designed to work as one seamlessly connected global team,” said Daniela Ribeiro, Director of Technology Transformation at HAVI.

“Our Follow the Sun model means that innovation never stops. As our colleagues in Lisbon complete their day, our team in Kuala Lumpur picks up the thread, ensuring continuous progress, uninterrupted delivery and a constant exchange of ideas and expertise across time zones. This is not just an operational model; it reflects who we are as an organisation.”

“Supply chain transformation is ultimately about people,” added Ribeiro. “Technology can unlock speed, visibility and efficiency, but it is the talent behind these systems that determines how far transformation can go. Our focus in Malaysia is to nurture teams that understand both the technology and the realities of Asia-Pacific markets, so they can build solutions that are relevant, scalable and impactful.”

Malaysia’s logistics and supply chain sector is entering a period of accelerated transformation. The market is projected to grow from USD29.70 billion in 2025 to USD31.23 billion in 2026, and to reach USD40.11 billion by 2031, driven by sustained e-commerce momentum, supply chain modernisation and rising demand for automation. At the same time, Malaysia’s digital economy continues to gain traction, with RM87.4 billion in approved digital investments recorded in 2025 and expected to create more than 31,000 high-value jobs.

The TechHUB was established at an opportune time, reinforcing Kuala Lumpur’s standing as a strategic centre for digital supply chain transformation in Asia Pacific and deepening its contribution to Malaysia’s broader innovation ecosystem.

Malaysian professionals in software engineering, data analytics, AI, cloud operations, cybersecurity, IoT-enabled systems and product management are invited to join this growing global team, working on real, large-scale challenges from Kuala Lumpur, with access to international projects, world-class peers and meaningful career growth.

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About HAVI

HAVI is a global, privately owned company that makes connections that matter — linking ideas with data, supply with demand, and brands with the people who love them. We deliver end-to-end supply chain excellence through our expertise in freight management, distribution and warehousing, planning and analytics, and waste and recycling. With around 8000 employees across more than 30 markets, HAVI combines deep operational know-how with powerful digital insights to help leading global brands manage their supply chains safely, sustainably, and efficiently. Founded in 1974, HAVI today supports customers across Europe, Asia, and North America, delivering more than two million orders each year. For more information, visit havi.com

About HAVI TechHUB

The HAVI TechHUB is a global innovation network focused on building the digital capabilities that power modern supply chains. With HUBs in Chicago, Krakow, Lisbon and now in Kuala Lumpur, we develop solutions in data analytics, digital engineering, automation and AI to support HAVI and its customers worldwide. HAVI TechHUBs operate as a connected global ecosystem of technology centers, enabling continuous collaboration across time zones. This network accelerates innovation, strengthens resilience and ensures consistent delivery of high-impact solutions around the world.

Preferred Hydro-Quebec connection strategy advances federally supported infrastructure planning and could reduce future Lac Knife capex requirements

Ottawa, Ontario – Newsfile Corp. – August 21, 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 highlight the Government of Canada’s recognition of infrastructure supporting the Company’s 100%-owned Lac Knife Graphite Project (“Lac Knife” or the “Project“) in Prime Minister Mark Carney’s August 17, 2026 announcement advancing clean-energy and critical-minerals infrastructure across the Labrador Trough¹.

The Government of Canada identified Focus Graphite’s Lac Knife infrastructure initiative among four strategic pre-development projects supported and funded through Natural Resources Canada’s (“NRCan“) First and Last Mile Fund (“FLMF“), describing the planned road and electrical connection as supporting the development of battery and energy-storage technologies required by Canada and its allies.

The recognition follows Focus’s June 3, 2026 announcement that it secured C$1,378,700 in non-repayable federal funding to advance engineering, environmental, permitting, Indigenous engagement and feasibility activities for Lac Knife’s road and electrical infrastructure². The funding represents approximately 50% of eligible project costs.

Focus has now completed an independent electrical infrastructure desktop study (the “Study“) prepared by Norda Stelo Inc. (“Norda Stelo“), identifying a preferred pathway for connecting Lac Knife to Quebec’s hydroelectric grid.

“Lac Knife’s recognition within the Prime Minister’s announcement reinforces the strategic importance of bringing Canadian critical mineral projects and their enabling infrastructure forward,” said Dean Hanisch, Chief Executive Officer of Focus Graphite. “We are already turning that support into tangible progress. With both our access-road and electrical desktop studies now complete, we are identifying meaningful infrastructure efficiencies relative to the 2023 Feasibility Study. The preferred electrical strategy provides a pathway to significantly reduce power-related capital requirements while connecting Lac Knife to Quebec’s clean hydroelectric grid. We are grateful for Canada’s continued support.”

“Infrastructure and access to power remain key constraints for mine development, with direct implications for capital, execution and timelines,” said Jason Latkowcer, Vice President, Corporate Development of Focus Graphite. “Canada’s investment in energy and critical-mineral infrastructure is helping define a clearer development pathway for Lac Knife. Advancing that work reduces development uncertainty and provides a stronger basis for future capital allocation and evaluation by potential strategic, financing and other investment partners.”

“Critical minerals are essential to Canada’s economic prosperity, security, and sustainability, and we are proud to advance Canadian mineral supply chains as a part of the historic Churchill Falls and Labrador Trough announcement,” said the Honourable Tim Hodgson, Minister of Energy and Natural Resources. “As a part of this nation-building initiative, through our First and Last Mile Fund, Canada is advancing the infrastructure we need to unlock projects like Lac Knife and strengthen Canada’s critical minerals value chain. This is how your federal government is working with industry to build a stronger, more competitive critical minerals sector; create opportunities for Indigenous and local communities; and deliver minerals Canada and our allies need for clean technologies, advanced manufacturing and defence applications.”

Preferred Hydro-Quebec Connection Strategy

Norda Stelo evaluated seven potential electrical supply scenarios against technical feasibility, constructability, cost, environmental considerations and execution requirements. The Study identified a direct connection to Hydro-Quebec’s three-phase, 34.5-kV distribution grid as the preferred solution, with the connection extending across public lands to the Lac Knife property.

The preferred configuration would require approximately 30.7 kilometres of electrical infrastructure, consisting of the upgrade of approximately 3.17 kilometres of existing single-phase line to three-phase service and the construction of approximately 27.5 kilometres of new three-phase distribution line extending to the Project. The new distribution line would largely follow established corridors, including the Hydro-Quebec transmission corridor, Highway 389 and the Project’s planned access-road corridor.

Under this approach, Hydro-Quebec would construct the principal distribution infrastructure on behalf of Focus, reducing the Company’s direct construction and coordination requirements while also placing responsibility for associated environmental permitting and long-term maintenance of the distribution line with Hydro-Quebec.

Potential Capital Savings Relative to 2023 Feasibility Study

The preferred strategy also creates an opportunity to significantly reduce the power-related capital requirements contemplated in Lac Knife’s 2023 Feasibility Study Update (“FSU“).

The 2023 FSU included C$19.9 million in initial capital for Power and Communications infrastructure, within total estimated pre-production capital of approximately C$236.9 million. The Norda Stelo Study identified several factors that could reduce these requirements. These include reducing the anticipated length of new power-line construction from approximately 50 kilometres to approximately 27.5 kilometres, eliminating the need for additional infrastructure at Hydro-Quebec’s Normand substation, and identifying that certain power-line construction costs contemplated in the FSU may have been overestimated. The Study also identified the potential for Hydro-Quebec to construct the distribution line at its standard per-kilometre cost.

Based on the assumptions evaluated in the Norda Stelo Study, the preferred strategy is estimated to have the potential to reduce Focus’s direct power-related capital requirements by more than 50% relative to the power infrastructure assumptions contained in the 2023 FSU. This estimate is preliminary, is based on a desktop-level assessment and should not be interpreted as an updated capital cost estimate for the Project. Any actual reduction will depend on Hydro-Quebec’s final connection requirements and cost responsibilities, detailed engineering and the scope of remaining on-site electrical infrastructure. There can be no assurance that the estimated reduction will be realized.

Next Steps

Focus intends to continue working with Hydro-Quebec and its engineering consultants to advance the preferred connection strategy, confirm technical requirements and define future cost responsibilities.

The electrical work is being advanced alongside the Company’s access-road planning, environmental permitting, engineering and Indigenous engagement programs under the federally supported FLMF initiative.

Natural graphite is designated as a critical mineral in Canada and is used across battery, energy-storage, defence and advanced-material applications. Focus continues to advance Lac Knife through engineering, environmental, permitting and Indigenous engagement activities.

Figure 1: Proposed Access Road, Lac Knife (Norda Stelo / IOS Geosciences, 2026)

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The technical content disclosed in this news release was reviewed and approved by Rejean Girard, P.Geo (Qc), President of IOS Geosciences Inc., a consultant to the Company, and a qualified person as defined under National Instrument NI 43-101.

About Focus Graphite Advanced Materials Inc.

Focus Graphite 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.

For more information on Focus Graphite Inc. please visit http://www.focusgraphite.com

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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 preferred electrical connection strategy identified for the Lac Knife Graphite Project; the potential connection of Lac Knife to Hydro-Quebec’s three-phase, 34.5-kV distribution grid; the anticipated configuration, routing and length of the proposed electrical infrastructure, including the upgrade of existing distribution infrastructure and construction of new three-phase distribution line; the potential construction, permitting, ownership, operation and long-term maintenance of the principal distribution infrastructure by Hydro-Quebec; the potential reduction in Focus’s direct construction, coordination, permitting and maintenance responsibilities under the preferred strategy; the potential for the preferred electrical strategy to reduce Focus’s direct power-related capital requirements by more than 50% relative to the power infrastructure assumptions contained in the 2023 Feasibility Study Update; the assumptions underlying that preliminary estimate and the extent to which any anticipated reduction may ultimately be realized; the nature and extent of Hydro-Quebec’s final connection requirements, cost responsibilities and applicable construction costs; the results of future detailed engineering and the scope and cost of remaining on-site electrical infrastructure; the potential elimination of infrastructure previously contemplated at Hydro-Quebec’s Normand substation; the continued advancement of the preferred electrical connection strategy and related discussions and engineering work with Hydro-Quebec and the Company’s engineering consultants; the continued advancement of road and electrical infrastructure planning, environmental and permitting activities, engineering and Indigenous engagement under Natural Resources Canada’s First and Last Mile Fund; the continued availability of federal funding and the Company’s ability to satisfy applicable funding conditions and project requirements; the potential benefits of government-supported infrastructure initiatives to the advancement of Lac Knife; the potential for increasingly defined infrastructure planning to reduce development uncertainty and support future capital allocation, financing and evaluation by potential strategic or other investment partners; the continued advancement and future development of the Lac Knife Graphite Project; and the timing, scope, cost and results of future engineering, permitting, infrastructure development and other project-development activities.

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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² https://focusgraphite.com/focus-graphite-secures-up-to-c1-38-million-under-natural-resource-canadas-first-and-last-mile-fund/

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HENGQIN, CHINA – Media OutReach Newswire – 21 August 2026 – Recently, the Macao-Hengqin MICE Enterprises & ICCA Bay Area Members Seminar 2026 was held at Tianmu Qintai in Hengqin. With the theme “Global Bidding and Breakthrough Strategies for Emerging Destinations,” the event was hosted by the MICE Industry Association of the Guangdong-Macao In-Depth Cooperation Zone in Hengqin and brought together more than 100 industry representatives.

During the event, Mr. Lin Yanjie, Head of the Culture, Tourism, Exhibition, and Trade Division, and Dr. Sherry Tan, Associate Professor at the Macao University of Tourism, shared their insights into the development opportunities brought about by this milestone.

It is noted that Macao-Hengqin MICE cooperation has entered a stage of regularized and sustainable development, supported by an increasingly well-established framework spanning policy, operational models, and talent development.

The revised Measures for Supporting the Development of the MICE Industry in the Guangdong-Macao In-Depth Cooperation Zone in Hengqin, issued in January 2026, provide subsidies of RMB 800 per participant for international conferences included in ICCA statistics, with a maximum subsidy of RMB 1 million per event, together with additional special incentives. Enterprises obtaining ICCA accreditation for the first time will also receive a one-off reward of RMB 200,000, further strengthening support for the growth of MICE market players.

At the same time, the collaborative model between Macao and Hengqin continues to evolve, while efforts to develop a strong talent pipeline are advancing in parallel.

Over the next two years, Hengqin plans to attract more than ten international conferences eligible for inclusion in ICCA statistics. Applications for 2027 conferences in key fields such as artificial intelligence and materials science have already entered the bidding process. These initiatives will further enhance Macao-Hengqin’s international visibility and influence, while strengthening its voice in the global MICE industry.

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MyRepublic Broadband Pte Ltd

MyRepublic Broadband Pte Ltd is a Singapore-based telecommunications provider delivering high-speed broadband, managed services, and connectivity solutions to consumers and businesses. MyRepublic serves the SME segment with business internet plans, managed IT services, and cybersecurity solutions designed for growing companies. For more information, visit https://myrepublic.net/sg/

SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 21 August 2026 – A new, scientifically proven digital assessment service is now available in Singapore, offering an objective window into psychological brain function for individuals struggling with inattention, hyperactivity and depression. Powered by the pioneering research of leading psychological scientists, the Digital Psychological Assessment continues to be conducted at iHealthtech NUS and is administered by www.objectiveADHDassessment.sg. The research team is translating years of cutting-edge research into a practical solution for the public.

For the first time, people in Asia can access a multimodal, objective assessment that moves beyond subjective questionnaires and interviews. The service leverages functional near-infrared spectroscopy (fNIRS), a non-invasive and painless technology that uses weak, harmless near-infrared light to measure brain activity in the frontal and temporal lobes. This is the same technology developed and validated by a team of psychological scientists whose work has been published in academic journals, including this publication and this publication, and featured in The Straits Times.

The principal investigator, who ranks among the world’s top 1–2% most highly cited psychological scientists, developed this approach to bring objective measurement to human functioning. The technology measures oxygen levels in the brain’s frontal and temporal lobes during cognitive tasks. Combined with eye-tracking and continuous performance tests, it provides a comprehensive and objective picture of inattention and hyperactivity.

This service is invaluable for parents concerned about their child’s inattention and hyperactivity, young adults, and working professionals who have long suspected neurodivergent difficulties but have lacked clear answers. By providing measurable biomarker data, the assessment helps people understand their own brain function, leading to more targeted support and interventions.

“This field often involves assessment without objective tools,” some scientists have stated, drawing a parallel to a simple test that provides a clear indication. This breakthrough offers a definitive, data-backed path towards understanding and managing one’s challenges.

The objective assessment represents a significant step forward in psychological assessment in Asia and has the potential to be extended to children and adults globally. For many, it marks the end of a long, uncertain struggle and the beginning of a clear, science-backed journey towards greater clarity and understanding.

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About www.objectiveADHDassessment.sg (Singapore)

The entity is dedicated to translating research findings into real-life applications, focusing on objective, state-of-the-art psychological multimodal assessments for children and adults, leveraging technology validated by leading experts from renowned local and overseas universities.

KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA & SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 21 August 2026 – More than 700 guests across Malaysia and Singapore recently came together to embrace L’OCCITANE en Provence’s growing 5-to-0 Reset movement, a community-led initiative encouraging individuals to pause, reset and reconnect through intentional self-care.

Through immersive wellness experiences held across both markets, participants discovered how five seconds of conscious stillness can become the first step towards resetting skin, body and mind. At the heart of the movement was the Immortelle Reset Serum, L’OCCITANE’s iconic skincare innovation designed to help skin recover from daily stressors while supporting hydration, radiance and refreshed-looking skin.

Inspired by a simple yet powerful philosophy, the 5-to-0 Reset encourages individuals to take five seconds to pause, breathe and return to zero before beginning a skincare ritual that transforms everyday routines into meaningful moments of self-care.

5 seconds. 5 movements. 1 ritual. 0 distractions.

In a world that rarely slows down, the movement serves as a reminder that self-care is not about finding more time, but choosing to create it.

From 5 to 0: A Daily Ritual for Skin and Mind

The 5-to-0 Reset begins with a conscious choice to pause.

Five seconds to let the noise settle. Five seconds to become present. Five seconds to reconnect with yourself before the day begins or ends.

What follows is a skincare ritual shaped through five deliberate movements, where each gesture extends that initial moment of calm. Through this ritual, skincare becomes more than a beauty routine. It becomes an opportunity to reset, recharge and return to yourself.

The movement reflects a growing shift in consumer wellness habits, where beauty and wellbeing are increasingly recognised as interconnected parts of daily life.

The Hero Behind the Movement: Immortelle Reset Serum

At the heart of the 5-to-0 Reset movement is the Immortelle Reset Serum, L’OCCITANE’s iconic face serum designed to help skin recover from the visible effects of stress, fatigue and daily environmental aggressors. Inspired by the philosophy of resetting both skin and mind, the serum helps deliver revitalized, rested and radiant-looking skin in just one night.

Key benefits include:

• Lasting hydration and a stronger skin barrier
• Smoother, plumper-looking skin
• Reduced appearance of tired, dull-looking skin
• Fresher, more rested-looking skin by morning
• Up to 40% improvement in skin radiance

Paired with the 5-to-0 Reset ritual, the Immortelle Reset Serum transforms a daily skincare routine into a moment of intentional self-care, helping consumers reset their glow, restore hydration and reveal healthier-looking, radiant skin every day.

Bringing the 5-to-0 Reset Movement Across Malaysia and Singapore

The regional movement came to life through immersive community experiences designed to help participants slow down and reconnect with themselves.

In Malaysia, guests gathered at the Rooftop Garden, LaLaport BBCC, where L’OCCITANE transformed the space into a sanctuary of calm through guided breathing exercises, yoga sessions, sensorial skincare rituals and moments of intentional stillness. Joined by MYFM’s Yoon and MIX FM’s Aishah Sinclair, participants embraced a shared opportunity to pause from the rhythm of everyday life while experiencing the philosophy behind the 5-to-0 Reset.

In Singapore, the experience was held at Gardens by the Bay in collaboration with Yoga Movement, one of Singapore’s leading yoga studios.

The event welcomed 200 participants for an immersive sunset gathering featuring the signature 5-to-0 Reset Ritual and a specially curated Yoga Slow Flow & Zen experience. Set against the iconic Gardens by the Bay and Marina Bay skyline, guests were invited to disconnect from distractions and reconnect with themselves through mindful movement, guided breathing and intentional pauses.

Together, the Malaysia and Singapore events welcomed more than 700 participants, demonstrating the growing resonance of the 5-to-0 Reset philosophy across the region.

More Than a Campaign, A Growing Community Movement

While the event has concluded, the 5-to-0 Reset continues as an everyday ritual that anyone can practise, anywhere.

More than a skincare campaign, the movement reflects L’OCCITANE’s belief that beauty rituals can serve as meaningful moments of reconnection, helping people feel more present, more balanced and more connected to themselves.

Through the Immortelle Reset Serum and the 5-to-0 Reset ritual, L’OCCITANE continues to empower consumers to create small but intentional moments of pause in their daily lives.

Because resetting does not require a dramatic lifestyle change.

Sometimes, all it takes is five seconds.

5 seconds. 5 movements. 1 ritual. 0 distractions.

This is the 5-to-0 Reset. And it’s yours, every day

About the Immortelle Reset Serum

The L’OCCITANE Immortelle Reset Serum is designed to help skin recover from daily stressors while delivering hydration, glow and refreshed-looking skin. Formulated with Immortelle Essential Oil and L’OCCITANE’s expertise in botanical skincare, the serum supports a healthier-looking complexion and forms the foundation of the brand’s signature 5-to-0 Reset ritual.

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About L’OCCITANE en Provence

A Beauty Maison revealing the living force of flora since 1976, L’OCCITANE en Provence draws inspiration from the vibrant nature and cultures of Haute-Provence. The Maison creates skincare, body care, fragrance and home collections formulated in France with botanical ingredients and enhanced by advanced science and an environmentally conscious approach.

Today, L’OCCITANE en Provence shares its philosophy through more than 3,000 boutiques worldwide, 100 spas, 2,500 partner hotels and its own destination hotel, Le Couvent des Minimes, un Hôtel & Spa L’OCCITANE en Provence.

London, United Kingdom – Newsfile Corp. – August 20, 2026 – Gorilla Technology Group Inc. (NASDAQ: GRRR) (“Gorilla” or the “Company”), a global solution provider in Security Intelligence, Network Intelligence, Business Intelligence, IoT technology and data centres, will host a conference call on Monday, August 24, 2026, at 4:30 p.m. Eastern time (1:30 p.m. Pacific time) to discuss its financial results for the quarter and six months ended June 30, 2026. A press release containing the financial results will be issued before the call. This conference call date supersedes the date included in the Company’s previous announcement.

Call Date: Monday, August 24, 2026
Time: 4:30 p.m. Eastern time (1:30 p.m. Pacific time)
Toll Free: +1-800-715-9871
International: +1-647-932-3411

Please call the conference telephone number 5-10 minutes prior to the start time. An operator will register your name and organization. If you have any difficulty connecting with the conference call, please contact RedChip Companies at 1-407-644-4256.

The conference call will be webcast live and available for replay at: https://www.gowebcasting.com/14983

About Gorilla Technology Group Inc.
Headquartered in London U.K., Gorilla is a global solution provider in Security Intelligence, Network Intelligence, Business Intelligence, IoT technology and data centers. We provide a wide range of solutions, including Smart City, Network, Video, Security Convergence and IoT, across select verticals of Government and Public Services, Manufacturing, Telecom, Retail, Transportation and Logistics, Healthcare and Education, by using AI and Deep Learning Technologies.

Our expertise lies in revolutionizing urban operations, bolstering security and enhancing resilience. We deliver pioneering products that harness the power of AI in intelligent video surveillance, facial recognition, license plate recognition, edge computing, post-event analytics and advanced cybersecurity technologies. By integrating these AI-driven technologies, we empower Smart Cities to enhance efficiency, safety and cybersecurity measures, ultimately improving the quality of life for residents.

For more information, please visit our website: Gorilla-Technology.com.

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Built on the latest MOE syllabus and reviewed by former MOE educators and PSLE examiners, StudySmart’s AI-powered learning platform provides students with the personalisation of AI, guardrailed by the standards of MOE.

SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 21 August 2026 – AI use comes naturally to Singaporean children. A study has found that more than half of eight-year-olds in Singapore have used AI tools, with 17 per cent of those surveyed using AI around once to several times a week for both schoolwork and gaming. In the study space, ChatGPT, MOE’s Student Learning Space (SLS), Google NotebookLM and a host of other learning tools all provide AI-augmented study assistance.

As AI becomes ubiquitous, the question is no longer effectiveness but governance. This is especially vital in education, where AI use must be guided by proper safeguards, reliable content, and thorough compliance with MOE standards. Without these guardrails, students may receive explanations that are inaccurate, unsuitable, or taken from another curriculum. Only with the right governance in place can AI responsibly and accurately strengthen students’ understanding, support their learning, and ensure that they are taught the right concepts in the right way.

StudySmart, an AI-powered learning platform for PSLE preparation, was built with these requirements in mind. Its content is based on the latest MOE syllabus across all three subjects (English, Maths, Science) and revised every year, and its questions, notes and learning materials are crafted and reviewed by certified former MOE educators and former PSLE examiners. Students also receive feedback from mentors on where their understanding is breaking down, not only on which answers were wrong. The result is the best of both worlds: the personalised, always-available support that makes AI useful, working within the syllabus a child will actually be examined on.

“At StudySmart, our questions, notes, and learning materials are crafted and reviewed by experienced former MOE educators and former PSLE examiners. AI helps us personalise the learning, but educational expertise is what ensures the content is relevant, reliable, and aligned to the Singapore syllabus.” – Muthu Chockalingam, CEO of Imperial EduTech/StudySmart

That approach sits with the direction of the Transforming Education through Technology (EdTech) Masterplan 2030, under which upper primary students are to work only with tools designed specifically for education. StudySmart supports students with targeted revision comprising carefully crafted questions, MOE syllabus-aligned notes, mistake analysis and personalised learning support. This is a credible learning tool, fully aligned not only with the MOE syllabus but also with the direction of children’s education as a whole.

Parents can find out more or sign up for StudySmart at www.studysmart.sg.

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About StudySmart

StudySmart is a Singapore-based AI-powered learning platform for primary school students preparing for the PSLE, developed by Imperial EduTech. It runs on a four-step SPAR framework consisting of: Studying key concepts through structured notes and explanations, Practising with syllabus-aligned questions and worksheets, having their work Analysed to identify mistakes and weak areas, and then Revising those specific topics with targeted material.

Students gain a revision method that adapts to them, learning from their mistakes rather than repeating the same worksheets regardless of what they already know. Parents gain visibility into that progress, seeing which areas their child is strong in, which need more work, and whether improvement is happening over time. Together, this gives families the full MOE-aligned learning package: personalised, AI-powered revision built on content they can trust, backed by the governance and oversight responsible AI in education requires.

Collaboration could extend Singapore-developed AI training to ICAI’s members and students, alongside greater recognition of relevant professional learning

SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 21 August 2026 – The Institute of Singapore Chartered Accountants (ISCA) and The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) are deepening their longstanding collaboration through two initiatives focussed on strengthening AI capabilities among accounting professionals and enhancing professional qualification recognition.

ISCA today signed a Letter of Cooperation setting out a framework for proposed Global AI Fluency Initiative centred on ISCA’s AI Fluency Programme. The proposed cooperation will explore how ISCA and ICAI can work together to extend practical and responsible AI learning to ICAI members and students, subject to relevant approvals and mutually agreed implementation arrangements.

ISCA also announced its approval of a proposed Module Exemption Agreement (MEA) with ICAI relating to their professional qualification pathways.

Extending Singapore-developed AI capability internationally

The proposed AI collaboration builds on the early momentum of ISCA’s AI Fluency Programme. Through the proposed collaboration, ISCA and ICAI will explore opportunities to extend access of the programme to ICAI’s professional community of more than 1.5 million members and students, broadening the international reach of Singapore-developed AI capability building for the accountancy profession.

The approximately 30-hour programme comprises 180 hands-on cases based on workplace applications, structured around three areas:

• AI Fluency Foundations: Building essential AI confidence for everyday professional work;
• AI for Accounting Specialisations: Applying AI across accounting, audit, finance, tax and related professional functions; and
• AI Leadership & Governance: Developing the capability to lead AI adoption responsibly, with appropriate governance and oversight.

The practical approach is designed to help learners identify where AI can add value while continuing to exercise professional judgement, appropriate oversight and responsibility for their work.

The proposed collaboration will explore:

• Programme promotion: Supporting the promotion of respective AI programmes to each institute’s members through mutually agreed arrangements;
• Member outreach and promotion: Promoting the AI Fluency Programme to ICAI members in India and, where appropriate, across ICAI’s global network through mutually agreed communications;
• Professional application: Exchanging views and use cases on the application of AI in accounting, audit, finance, tax and related professional work;
• AI leadership and responsible adoption: Sharing perspectives on appropriate governance, oversight and responsible adoption of AI within the profession; and
• Knowledge exchange: Exploring further opportunities for thought leadership, professional learning and capability development relating to AI.

Strengthening professional recognition

ISCA has approved a proposed Module Exemption Agreement (MEA) with ICAI. The proposed arrangement would provide specified exemptions under the respective qualification pathways for eligible ICAI and ISCA members, supporting greater recognition of professional qualifications.

While the MEA has yet to be formally executed, ISCA will implement the specified exemptions from the SCAQ for eligible ICAI members with effect from 21 August 2026. Eligible candidates must continue to meet the applicable entry, assessment and remaining qualification requirements. ¹

The AI initiative and proposed module exemption arrangement collaborations are built on the longstanding relationship between ISCA and ICAI and their shared commitment to developing a future-ready, internationally connected accountancy profession.

Mr Lee Boon Teck, President of ISCA, said: “AI is reshaping the accountancy profession and building AI fluency alongside strong professional expertise will be critical to enabling the profession to adapt and create greater value. Through the proposed Global AI Fluency initiative, we hope to share Singapore’s experience in practical and responsible AI capability development with a wider professional community and contribute to responsible AI adoption across the global accountancy profession. Our longstanding relationship with ICAI also provides opportunities to strengthen the recognition of relevant professional learning and reduce extent of duplication for qualified professionals. Together, these initiatives contribute to a future-ready and internationally connected accountancy profession.”

Mr Prasanna Kumar D, President of ICAI, said: “The exchange of letters between ICAI and ISCA on 21st August marks a defining step in our shared journey and a clear statement of intent to work towards strengthening recognition between our professional qualifications. For our members, this opens up the potential for greater opportunities and professional recognition. At the same time, our discussions on Artificial Intelligence capability building reflect our shared commitment to strengthening AI capabilities across the profession. We look forward to working closely with ISCA to explore mutually beneficial opportunities for knowledge sharing, capacity building and preparing a future ready profession.”

¹ The formal execution of the MEA remains subject to the necessary approvals in India and completion of the remaining formalities.
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HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 21 August 2026 – At a time when Asian universities are competing globally for top talent, The Chinese University of Hong Kong (CUHK) is emerging as a destination of choice for high-achieving students across Southeast Asia. Among them is Vo Xuan Dat, a Vietnamese scholar now in his second year studying Systems Engineering and Engineering Management (SEEM). His journey reflects a broader shift toward a new generation of internationally minded engineers equipped with interdisciplinary skills to navigate increasingly complex, data-driven industries.

Strategic Selection: A Global Education Hub
For students planning to study abroad, choosing a university often means balancing academic reputation with a curriculum that aligns with current industry needs and global trends. Hong Kong’s blend of Eastern and Western cultures, strong academic institutions, and global career pathways makes it a natural draw. Through CUHK’s Scholarship Nomination Programme for Vietnamese students, Dat identified a programme that stood apart. “CUHK quickly became my top and only choice because of its strong reputation, supportive community, and the unique major I was passionate about,” he shared.

Bridging Technical Rigour and Holistic Education
Since joining the Faculty of Engineering, Dat’s academic experience reflects a broader transformation in engineering education. The SEEM curriculum continuously challenges students to think critically and solve complex operational problems. Its unique blend of engineering principles and economic theory equips students to tackle real-world business challenges. Dat has especially valued courses that combine quantitative problem-solving with practical business applications.

Beyond his major, CUHK’s University General Education courses has allowed Dat to explore interdisciplinary fields beyond engineering, reinforcing a holistic perspective that is increasingly valued by global employers.

A Vibrant Campus Environment and Cross-Cultural Connection
Outside the lecture hall, Dat has built a rich university life. He participates in cultural exchange workshops, joins language exchanges with international students, volunteers at campus events, and explores Hong Kong through hiking trips.

One memory stands out in particular: celebrating the Mid-Autumn Festival on campus with close Vietnamese friends. “Sharing these special cultural moments made me feel truly at home and gave me more confidence adapting to university life,” he noted. For Dat, CUHK is defined by the balance of academic rigour and inspiring community.

CUHK’s Systems Engineering and Engineering Management Programme
The SEEM programme prepares graduates to manage complex, data-driven systems across modern industries by integrating engineering technology with management. Key highlights include:

• Specialised Streams: Offers focused specialisation streams in Business Information Systems and Decision Analytics.
• Analytical Toolkit: Trains students in advanced mathematical tools including optimisation, stochastic modelling, and computer simulation.
• Technology at the Core: Infuses core engineering studies with cutting-edge expertise in machine learning, big data analytics, and artificial intelligence.
• Global Career Paths: Equips competitive graduates for prominent positions in asset management, information technology consulting, and e-commerce supply chain management.

For more information about CUHK’s undergraduate programmes, visit https://admission.cuhk.edu.hk/.

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