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HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 20 August 2026 – Tesson Holdings Limited (Stock Code: 01201.HK) recently hosted the “Tesson Smart Energy: Recharged & Ready” 2026 Brand Evolution & Strategic Partnership Signing” at Renaissance Harbour View Hotel Hong Kong. At the event, Tesson Holdings Limited formally announced its strategic upgrade from lithium-ion motive battery manufacturing business toward new energy smart electricity platform-based operation. The company also entered into strategic and industrial partnership agreements with Logistics Planning Research Institute of China Federation of Logistics & Purchasing (CFLP), Zhongke Lianli (中科连理) and Hong Kong Polytechnic University Anlaseo Technology respectively.

The event was attended by core management of Tesson Holdings : Chairman and Executive Director, Mr. Wei Mingren; Executive Director and Chief Executive Officer, Mr. Li Jingquan; Executive Director, Mr. Li Yang; as well as distinguished guests including Ms. Li Jinying (李錦瑩), President of Logistics Planning Research Institute of CFLP; Mr. Yan An (閆安), President of the Digital Lianli Research Institute of the Jiangxi Centre of the Chinese Academy of Sciences (CAS) (中科院江西中心數字連理研究院); Professor Yu Changyuan, Chairman of Anlaseo Technology; and Dr. Cheng Zhi, Chief Executive Officer of Anlaseo Technology.

Strategic Evolution: From “Battery Manufacturing” to “Smart Energy Operation”

Tesson Holdings has long been engaged in the research, manufacturing and sales of lithium-ion motive batteries. In 2025, the Company launched its Hong Kong-based “photovoltaic storage charging and checking” AI-inspected ultra-fast charging and zero-carbon microgrid asset operation business, completing the acquisition of the assets of seven new energy integrated service stations and marking its first step towards strategic recharge.

Mr. Wei Mingren said that the recharge does not represent a departure from the Company’s existing industrial foundation, but rather based on the company’s past decade of industrial foundation of the system of motive battery manufacturing business, the experience of the operation of charging network in Hong Kong and the capabilties of industrial integration and capital management.”Based on our manufacturing foundation, Tesson Holdings is accelerating its transformation into a smart energy platform operator, enabling every unit of electricity to unleash greater value.”

Mr. Li Jingquan outlined development pathway of the company:”Battery manufacturing → zero-carbon microgrid and energy storage operations → AI-powered electricity trading and carbon-energy asset management platform.”

He noted that Tesson will leverage its “photovoltaic storage charging and checking” microgrid operations as an entry point, collaborate with supply chain partners to develop zero-carbon microgrids and virtual power plants, while strategic upgrade gradually from an energy equipments manufacturer into a smart energy platform operator.

Mr. Li Yang further elaborated on the company’s core competitiveness built around “Data, Intelligence and Electricity”:”Data” represents the credible data base; “Intelligence” represents the AI-driven capabilities of electricity trading; “Electricity” represents capabilities of electrical assets operation.

The Company will expand its regional market presence actively, aim to secure over 10% of regional market share in multiple cities, and building an operating ecosystem servicing up to 10 billion kWh of electricity consumption.

Industrial Opportunities: Policy Support Driving New Energy Infrastructure Development in Mainland China and Hong Kong

Ms. Li Jinying (李錦瑩) noted that China is simultaneously advancing the upgrading and restructure of two major infrastructure networks — the new power system and modern logistics network.

She highlighted that logistics facilities are evolving beyond traditional transportation hubs into important industrial platforms for energy consumption, green transformation and electrical data collection. The cooperative operation of energy flows, logistics flows and data flows is reshaping the pattern of national infrastructure. Tesson Smart Energy timely deploy related industries

Since 2026, the company has entered into strategic cooperation memorandum of understanding with DST Sustainable Technology (Shenzhen) Co., Ltd. (地上鐵綠色科技（深圳）股份有限公司) (DST) and China Railway First Group Co., Ltd respectively. The first pilot project of China Railway First Group, located at car park of Hoi Wang Road in Tsuen Wan, Hong Kong, and will be developed into a zero-carbon integrated facility combining parking, charging and vehicle inspection functions.

Meanwhile, the joint venture company established with DST plans to build 10 more multi-functional battery swapping stations.

The launch event follows the completion of the Company’s financing activity of placing of new shares. With the completion financing activity of placing, strategic launching and industrial partnership signings simultaneously, signaling the new energy strategic of”Tesson Smart Energy”which is driven by “Technology + Industry + Capital” formally set sail.

Strategic Partnerships Covering the Full “Industry–Research–Application” Value Chain

The three strategic partnership signings at the event covering national think tank, research institutions and university spin-offs, surrounding modern power and development of new energy ecosystem, forming a complete layout from strategic planning, technology development and commercial application.

Mr. Wei Mingren said the significance of these signings is not only “plans announcing”, but rather is “in progress and amplifying the outcomes through ecological cooperation”.

The cooperation between Tesson Holdings and Logistics Planning Research Institute of CFLP is particularly crucial. Both parties will establish a joint venture big data operation company in Beijing to formally advance to transport logistics, important scenario of power consumption.

As a national logistics think tank and the Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI) publishing organization, the Logistics Planning Research Institute of CFLP, both parties will work together to explore the integration path of new and renewable energy power and green logistics, pushing logistics industry to upgrade in the direction of low-carbonization and intelligentization.

Afterwards, Tesson Holdings also signed a strategic cooperation agreement with Zhongke Lianli (中科连理) focusing on development of industrial brain data resource, digitization of logistics hub energy and scenario collaboration of modernized power grid, further improving the capabilities of digitization and intelligentization of new energy industry

Finally, Tesson Holdings entered into a strategic partnership with Hong Kong Polytechnic University Anlaseo Technolgy, which is a startup incubator of Hong Kong Polytechnic University. Anlaseo Technology was also subsidized by the Hong Kong Government’s “Research, Academic and Industry Sectors One-plus Scheme (RAISe+)”.Its intelligent battery sensor system enabling intelligent lifecycle monitoring of batteries through edge computing and AI algorithm, providing the core technological support in the of field of such as electrical safety awareness and smart management. .

Future Outlook: Anchoring the Strategic Position of Smart Energy Platform Operator

With the upgrade of strategy of “Tesson Smart Energy” and the implementation of significant industrial cooperation partnership signings, Tesson Holdings is in the stage of systematically advancing the deployment of new energy ecosystem.

Looking ahead, Tesson Holdings will continue advancing systematic deployment across energy generation, distribution and consumption sectors with core strategic brand of “Tesson Smart Energy”.

Through a dual strategy combining strategic acquisitions and organic development, Tesson Holdings aims to build an integrated new energy ecosystem covering renewable energy generation, energy storage, charging infrastructure, electricity trading and carbon-energy asset management.

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About Tesson Holdings

Tesson Holdings Limited (Stock Code: 01201.HK) is a company listed on Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing Limited principally engaged in the research, manufacturing and sale of lithium ion motive battery and investment and operation of new energy electric vehicles ultra-fast charging stations

On 10 August 2026, the company formally launches the newest strategic brand “Tesson Smart Energy” accelerate new business innovation such as the deployment of photovoltaic storage charging and checking zero-carbon microgrid, AI-powered electricity trading, operation of carbon-energy assets, transforming into a premier new energy smart electricity platform operator.

Trivium Accelerates Asset Enhancement to Inject Innovative Momentum into Traditional Grade-A Landmark

HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 20 August 2026 – As leasing activity in Hong Kong’s core commercial districts continues to recover, Nexxus Building in Central has welcomed METiS TechBio (Stock Code: 7666.HK), the world’s first listed artificial intelligence (AI) – powered drug delivery biotechnology company. This marks another milestone for Trivium Asset Management (“Trivium”), an Asian real estate investment and asset management firm in advancing asset optimisation and attracting diversified quality tenants successfully since taking over the building’s operations and management.

Since assuming the management of Nexxus Building at the beginning of this year, Trivium has rapidly driven interior upgrade and optimisation work. The 23rd floor has been transformed into a brand-new event space, “Nexxus Hub“, providing tenants with a one-stop, value-added venue for seminars, networking events and workshops. At the same time, to meet market demand for flexible office space, the team subdivided the 6th floor into six small-to-medium units, significantly enhancing the flexibility of floorplate configuration to precisely address the needs of enterprises of different scales. Upon completion of the works, multiple tenant groups promptly enquired and successively moved in, including METiS TechBio as well as several finance industry companies.

As the global pioneer in AI-driven nanotechnology innovation and drug delivery, METiS TechBio has demonstrated robust market potential following its listing on the Main Board of the Hong Kong Stock Exchange in May this year. Dr. Chris Lai, Co-founder and Chief Executive Officer of METiS TechBio, said, “As a company at the forefront of life sciences and AI innovation technology, we are at a critical stage of rapid business expansion and global scaling. Central, as an international financial and commercial core, offers outstanding geographical advantages and a top-tier business ecosystem. With the completion of internal upgrade works at Nexxus Building, its event space and the flexible spatial planning on the 6th floor is a great match to our team’s operational needs. We eagerly anticipate establishing our Hong Kong base at Nexxus Building to further drive the Group’s technological innovation and strategic breakthroughs.”

METiS TechBio’s decision to locate at Nexxus Building not only reflects leading tech-innovation enterprises’ confidence in the commercial prospects of Central’s core, but also highlights how the building’s post-optimisation positioning precisely addresses the requirements of high-growth enterprises.

Mr. Wilfred Ma, Managing Partner of Trivium Asset Management, said, “We warmly welcome METiS TechBio to Nexxus Building. This serves as a testament to the market’s recognition of the building’s prime location and quality facilities. Since taking over management, Trivium has been actively advancing asset optimisation, including creating the event space ‘Nexxus Hub’ and reconfiguring the unit layout on the 6th floor, injecting innovative concepts into a traditional Grade-A office building while providing tenants with a more flexible and value-added workplace experience. Looking ahead, we will continue to leverage innovative asset management strategies to attract a diversified range of premium enterprises, continuously unlocking the commercial value of Nexxus Building as a landmark Grade-A office building in Central.”

Built in 1962 as the former headquarters of Hang Seng Bank, Nexxus Building has been a witness to Hong Kong’s rise as a global financial centre. Following a major renovation in 2008 and the addition of a direct footbridge to IFC and the Airport Express in 2020, the building continues to host multinational corporations, leading financial institutions and professional services firms, and premium retail tenants – including the iconic Hong Kong Bankers Club – reinforcing its status as one of Central’s most distinguished Grade‑A office towers.

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About Trivium Asset Management

Founded in 2022, Trivium Asset Management is a Hong Kong based real estate investment and asset management firm overseeing assets valued at over US$900 million across Asia. Trivium serves institutional investors, financial institutions, and family offices through integrated investment and asset management, value creation strategies, and technology integration. The firm’s mission is to maximize long term value and promote sustainable growth for clients and communities alike.

• New facility investment in Johor further expands our end-to-end supply chain capabilities across South Malaysia.
• Our wider warehousing footprint continues to rapidly grow across Southeast Asia, supporting key industry verticals, including technology, fashion, automotive and industrial sectors.

SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 20 August 2026 – DP World today announced the opening of its latest warehouse in Johor, Malaysia, marking another milestone in the expansion of its integrated logistics network across Southeast Asia. The Johor warehouse is the first of two facilities planned for Malaysia, with a second warehouse in Kuala Lumpur scheduled to open later this year, further strengthening DP World’s ability to deliver end-to-end supply chain solutions in one of the region’s fastest-growing logistics markets.

Located within the Johor-Singapore Special Economic Zone, the new 11,514-square-metre dedicated warehouse strengthens DP World’s ability to deliver agile, efficient and reliable contract logistics solutions for customers operating in complex, time-sensitive supply chains. the facility provides fast, secure and scalable warehousing and inbound logistics operations while strengthening connectivity between Malaysia, Singapore and key regional trade corridors.

Jeanie Tan, Chief Commercial Officer, Logistics, Asia Pacific at DP World, said: “The opening of our warehouse in Johor marks an important step in strengthening our growing logistics footprint across Southeast Asia. As we continue to invest in strategic logistics assets across the region, and connecting them to our existing network of ports and terminals, we are enhancing our ability to deliver end-to-end supply chain solutions that help customers move goods more efficiently, reliably and resiliently. This facility will accelerate our Southeast Asia growth and build the capacity needed to support our customers’ long-term success.”

Expanding the region’s integrated logistics network

The Johor warehouse is the latest investment in DP World’s strategy to build an integrated contract logistics network across Southeast Asia, enabling customers to benefit from greater connectivity, operational flexibility and supply chain resilience.

In addition to the warehouses in Malaysia, DP World is launching warehouses in the Philippines, and in Thailand before end of the year.

These investments build on a series of milestones across the broader Asia Pacific region, including the opening of DP World’s first warehouse in Singapore in May 2025, which recently achieved TAPA FSR certification, as well as new logistics facility openings in Hong Kong, Sydney, Australia, and Icheon, South Korea.

Together with DP World’s network of 16 ports and terminals across Asia Pacific, its expanding contract logistics platform is creating a seamlessly connected supply chain ecosystem that integrates ports, warehousing, inland transport through our Air, Ocean, LCL and Intermodal freight services. This enables DP World to deliver more agile, resilient and efficient end-to-end logistics solutions while supporting trade growth across Southeast Asia.

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DP World

DP World is reshaping the future of global trade to improve lives everywhere. Operating across six continents with a team of over 125,000 employees, we combine global infrastructure and local expertise to deliver seamless supply chain solutions. From Ports and Terminals to Marine Services, Logistics and Technology, we leverage innovation to create better ways to trade, minimising disruptions from the factory floor to the customer’s door.

In Asia Pacific, DP World employs over 12,000 people across 22 geographies. We operate 16 ports and terminals, complemented by a comprehensive suite of end-to-end supply chain solutions – to connect the region to the rest of the world.

WE MAKE TRADE FLOW

KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 20 August 2026 – Mudah.my today announced that its car inventory is now available on Carousell Malaysia, giving used-car dealers access to a new pool of buyers while giving Malaysians more cars to discover and compare on the platform they already use.

The new integration between Mudah.my Auto and Carousell Malaysia means eligible vehicles on Mudah.my will automatically appear on Carousell, without dealers needing to upload or manage the same cars across two platforms. Up to 35,000 cars are expected to be discoverable on Carousell by the end of September, giving Carousell users access to a significantly wider selection of cars. Together, the Mudah.my and Carousell platforms reach almost 6 million online users.

Alongside the expanded inventory, Mudah.my continues to invest in tools that make car buying easier on its Auto marketplace. AI-powered highlights surface a vehicle’s key selling points at a glance, price insights help buyers gauge whether an asking price is fair before they commit, and a redesigned search and listing experience makes it faster to filter, compare and shortlist across a larger pool of vehicles.

“Mudah has long been the platform of choice for Malaysians buying and selling used cars, and as the largest marketplace for cars in Malaysia, we’re proud to make that breadth of choice available to Carousell Malaysia’s users too. This integration brings together the strengths of two leading platforms in the group, creating greater value for both buyers and dealers while reinforcing our position in the market. It’s an important step towards Carousell Group’s mission of making second-hand the first choice and brings us closer to making that a reality for more Malaysians.”said Jacky Tan Nguyen, CEO of Mudah.my.

While Mudah.my and Carousell Malaysia operate as distinct platforms serving different market segments, both have been part of the same group for the past seven years. This integration puts that shared foundation to work, bringing together complementary audiences to create clearer value for both dealers and car buyers.

The announcement comes as Malaysia’s automotive sector maintains its momentum despite more selective consumer behaviour. The Malaysian Automotive Association has revised its 2026 total industry volume forecast upwards to 800,000 units, supported by resilient demand, growth of sport utility vehicles and rising electrified vehicle adoption.

At the same time, the used-car market continues to benefit from buyers who are weighing affordability, financing, total ownership cost and value more carefully before committing to a vehicle.

Across Southeast Asia, digital used-car marketplaces are also becoming more important as buyers look for greater transparency, easier comparison and more structured ways to evaluate pre-owned vehicles. For dealers, this means visibility alone is no longer enough, as cars need to appear where high-intent buyers are already searching, and the path from discovery to enquiry needs to be simpler.

“For dealers, the value here is simple: post once, reach buyers on two platforms. Speed, reach and lead quality are what decide whether a car sells in this market, and this integration gives dealers more opportunities to be discovered by buyers, without the need to double-post or manage their inventory twice, ” said Peter Wong, Head of Auto & Property, Mudah.my.

To mark the occasion, Mudah.my is launching Misi MerdeCAR, a consumer campaign running from 24 August to 22 September 2026, exclusively on the Mudah.my app. With over 80,000 vehicles across every budget, Malaysians can browse and favourite cars for a chance to win weekly purchase rebates of up to RM20,000, additional rebates of up to RM10,000 and RM5,000, and RM1,000 petrol vouchers. Buyers can also benefit from a free vehicle inspection worth RM168.

To participate, Malaysians aged 18 and above need to:

1. Register or log in to the Mudah.my app;
2. Browse and favourite at least one car advertisement;
3. Consent to being contacted by the seller; and
4. Complete the campaign slogan, “Pilihan Terbanyak, Harga ___”.

Each participant is entitled to one valid entry, regardless of the number of cars favourited. Prize entitlement is subject to the completion and verification of an eligible vehicle purchase from a dealer advertisement on Mudah.my. Entries close at 11.59pm on 21 September 2026. Full eligibility, qualifying purchase and prize redemption requirements are subject to the Misi MerdeCAR Terms and Conditions.

Appendix:

1. Mudah Intelligence AI Highlights

2. Car Price Insights

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About Mudah.my

Mudah.my is Malaysia’s largest online classifieds marketplace, connecting millions of Malaysians who buy and sell vehicles, property, electronics, home items and services every month. Part of the Carousell Group, Mudah.my is built to make secondhand trade simple, safe and accessible for everyday Malaysians and for the local businesses that serve them. For more information, visit www.mudah.my.

About Carousell Malaysia

Carousell is part of Carousell Group. Founded in August 2012 in Singapore, the Group has a leading presence in seven markets under the brands Carousell, Cho Tot, Laku6, LuxLexicon, Mudah.my, OneShift, REFASH, and Revo Financial, serving tens of millions of users. Carousell is backed by leading investors including Telenor Group, Rakuten Ventures, Naver, STIC Investments, 500 Global and Peak XV Partners (formerly known as Sequoia Capital India). Download the app for iOS or Android and visit www.carousell.com.my for more information.

JAKARTA, INDONESIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 20 August 2026 – Shoemaker Live and Jakarta International Expo are pleased to announce an extraordinary celebration of music and legacy as the incomparable Andrea Bocelli returns to Indonesia with Bank SMBC Indonesia and BNI present: Andrea Bocelli Romanza 30th Anniversary World Tour Indonesia. Two Wonders, One Voice, the concerts commemorate three decades of the world’s most celebrated classical crossover albums. The highly anticipated Indonesia leg will present two distinctive performances, beginning at the majestic Borobudur Temple in Magelang on October 31, followed by a second performance at Jakarta International Expo (JIExpo) Kemayoran, Jakarta, on November 3. These two concerts will be Andrea Bocelli’s only public performances in the Asia Pacific region in 2026, making Indonesia the exclusive destination in the region to experience this milestone celebration. Together, the two performances will offer audiences an extraordinary journey through music, artistry, and Indonesia’s diverse cultural landscape.

These two concerts will be Andrea Bocelli’s only public performances in Southeast Asia in 2026, making Indonesia the exclusive destination in the region to experience this milestone celebration. Presented across two remarkable settings, the concerts offer audiences from Indonesia and across Southeast Asia a rare opportunity to witness one of the world’s most celebrated voices live.

“It is truly an honor to bring a world-class maestro like Andrea Bocelli to Indonesia. Music and craftsmanship share a deep connection, both shaped by dedication, patience, and attention to detail. Romanza concert is especially meaningful as it brings this timeless artistry to two remarkable settings, Borobudur and Jakarta, creating moments audiences can cherish long after the music ends,” said Prajna Murdaya, Founder of Shoemaker.

Released 30 years ago, The Romanza album became a defining milestone in Andrea Bocelli’s illustrious career, introducing audiences worldwide to his signature voice and timeless repertoire, including the iconic “Con Te Partirò.” The anniversary tour celebrates the enduring legacy of an album that continues to resonate with audiences across generations.

More than a celebration of an iconic album, Bank SMBC Indonesia and BNI present: Andrea Bocelli Romanza 30th Anniversary World Tour Indonesia brings together two remarkable destinations and one legendary voice to create an immersive cultural experience. From the historic grandeur of Borobudur to the dynamic atmosphere of Jakarta, the performances reflect the meeting point between global artistry and Indonesia’s rich cultural identity, also to celebrating 30 years of Andrea Bocelli’s musical legacy and creating an unforgettable night that will be remembered and talked about for years to come.

The Indonesia tour also marks an important moment for the country’s growing cultural and entertainment landscape, demonstrating its ability to welcome internationally acclaimed artists while offering audiences The Borobudur performance is envisioned as a once in a lifetime cultural experience, continuing the tradition of Andrea Bocelli’s landmark performance staged at globally renowned heritage sites around the world, from the Pyramids of Giza, the Acropolis, to the Vatican, where extraordinary music, iconic locations and historic settings come together to create truly memorable experiences.

As part of the Borobudur experience, audiences will also discover a cultural village showcasing the best of culturally rich Magelang and Central Java, bringing together the region’s cultural heritage, traditions, and local character. Ticket holders will receive exclusive access to the cultural village on the day of the concert, allowing the experience to extend beyond the performance and into the cultural landscape surrounding Borobudur.

“InJourney plays a strategic role in connecting Indonesia’s aviation and tourism ecosystem from airport and aviation services to hospitality, destinations, and retail to create a seamless, world-class journey for every traveler. International events such as Andrea Bocelli at Borobudur demonstrate the power of this integrated ecosystem to bring Indonesia’s heritage, hospitality, and global connectivity together on the world stage, while strengthening Indonesia’s nation branding through culture and tourism. For us, Borobudur is more than a destination. It is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and a powerful national asset to elevate Indonesia’s position in global tourism. Our ambition is to develop Borobudur as a world-class spiritual, cultural, and pilgrimage destination, also creating meaningful, high-value experiences while preserving its legacy for generations to come,” explained Maya Watono, President Director of InJourney, PT Aviasi Pariwisata Indonesia (Persero).

The Borobudur performance comes amid a growing calendar of cultural experiences around the destination, following Orchestra Month by InJourney and Borobudur Moon, organized by the Magelang Regency Government. Together, these initiatives contribute to a broader effort to position Borobudur and Central Java as destinations where cultural heritage and world-class artistic experiences can come together.

Bank SMBC Indonesia supports Andrea Bocelli’s Landmark Indonesia performance as presenting partner. Commenting on the partnership, Deputy President Director of Bank SMBC Indonesia, Michellina Laksmi Triwardhany, explained that the collaboration reflects Bank SMBC Indonesia’s commitment to bringing together meaningful experiences for its customers and the Indonesian community.

“As Presenting Partner, Bank SMBC Indonesia is proud to support Andrea Bocelli’s performance in Indonesia, particularly at Borobudur, one of Indonesia’s most significant cultural heritage sites. We believe in bringing together masterpieces, moments, and experiences that are meaningful to the Indonesian people. This collaboration is a celebration of extraordinary music, Indonesian’s rich cultural heritage, and the experiences that connect us, “said Dhany

She added that the partnership is aligned with Bank SMBC Indonesia’s commitment to continuously delivering meaningful services, experiences, and innovations that create a positive impact for customers, businesses, society, and the broader Indonesian economy.

Alexandra Askandar, Deputy President Director of Bank Negara Indonesia (Persero) Tbk. (BNI), said, “The arrival of Andrea Bocelli’s Romanza 30th Anniversary World Tour in Indonesia is a special moment that further strengthens Indonesia’s position as a destination for world-class cultural experiences. We are proud to be part of bringing this exceptional international performance to audiences in Indonesia.”

Beyond the concert itself, BNI believes an international event of this caliber can create a meaningful multiplier effect for Indonesia’s tourism and creative economy, benefiting sectors ranging from hospitality, transportation, and culinary businesses to MSMEs, while further strengthening Indonesia’s position as a destination for world-class events.

“For BNI, supporting this event is also about creating greater value for our customers. Through various exclusive offers and seamless payment solutions, we aim to make this world-class performance more accessible and enjoyable for BNI customers. We are also pleased to offer our Priority customers special privileges that reflect our commitment to providing a more personalized experience when enjoying this exceptional performance,” said Alexandra

Tickets range for Bank SMBC Indonesia and BNI present: Andrea Bocelli Romanza 30th Anniversary World Tour Indonesia starts from IDR 1,000,000 to over IDR 15,000,000 for premium categories. The highest priced ticket categories will also include access to an exclusive pre-event VIP lounge, offering guests a more elevated concert experience. An exclusive 72-hour presale for Jenius and BNI debit and credit cardholders will be held from Friday, August 21, 2026, at 1:00 PM WIB to Monday, August 24, 2026, at 1:00 PM WIB, offering up to 20% off. Tickets are available exclusively via Tiket.com during this period.

To complement the concert experience, ticket purchasers can also access travel bundles combining concert tickets with transportation and hotel stays through Tiket.com. Visitors can further explore curated experiences around Borobudur through InJourney’s MyCandiGuide app and website, making it easier to extend their visit into a broader cultural and destination experience.

Bank SMBC Indonesia and BNI present: Andrea Bocelli Romanza 30th Anniversary World Tour Indonesia invites audiences to celebrate three decades of timeless music across two extraordinary destinations in Indonesia. More than an evening of iconic songs, it is an experience to be deeply felt, as Bocelli’s voice brings people together through moments of emotion, connection and wonder. Long after the final note, audiences will not only remember the performance, but carry the feeling of that extraordinary night with them for years to come.

For more information, please visit the official websites andreabocelli.id, and Instagram @shoemakerstudios.
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About – Andrea Bocelli

Proclaimed around the world as the icon of the highest Italian vocal tradition, Bocelli has sold in-excess of 90 million albums to date. He improved his singing skills under the guidance of his mentor, Franco Corelli, and initially became widely famous for winning the Sanremo Music Festival in 1994 as the Newcomers section. At the same time, he started his dazzling classical career, performing masterpieces from the opera repertoire on stage – conducted by Lorin Maazel, Seiji Ozawa and Zubin Mehta. The more recent recordings of the Tuscan tenor include Manon Lescaut conducted by Plácido Domingo, Turandot and – released in 2016 – Aida conducted by Zubin Mehta. In 2017, Bocelli recorded La forza del destino and in 2018 he recorded – and performed in theatre – Lucia di Lammermoor.

About – Shoemaker Studios

Shoemaker Studios was founded by Prajna Murdaya, Harmoko Aguswan, and Nikita Dompas and Melon Lemon as a recording studio for world-class artists. It has since grown into a creative platform spanning live event production and live session content, bringing high-caliber music and cultural programming to Indonesian audiences.

In 2019, Shoemaker produced Yo-Yo Ma: The Bach Project Jakarta, the cellist’s first-ever Jakarta concert, setting a new benchmark for international performances in Indonesia. Its live session series, Hearafter, captures artists in unedited, one-take performances: no cuts, no retakes, just a song as it’s actually played.

Shoemaker is now expanding beyond recording and content production into live music, creative lifestyle experiences, and original IP — a shift anchored by its role in Andrea Bocelli’s Romanza 30th Anniversary Tour. The goal: spaces where artists, audiences, and communities meet, exchange inspiration, and experience creativity’s transformative power.

About – Bank Negara Indonesia (Persero) Tbk. (BNI)

PT Bank Negara Indonesia (Persero) Tbk (BNI), one of Indonesia’s leading banks, is committed to offering a wide range of financial solutions for individuals and supporting the growth and success of businesses—both domestically and globally. Dedicated to building long-term partnerships, BNI provides a comprehensive suite of financial services, including capital loans, trade finance, cash management, project financing, and treasury services. BNI supports Indonesian companies in expanding their global reach while also assisting multinational corporations in entering the Indonesian market.

To learn more about BNI’s products and services, please visit: https://www.bni.co.id/

HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 20 August 2026 – Allianz Trade in Asia Pacific is pleased to announce Scott Munafò has been appointed China CEO with effect from 1 September 2026. He will be based in Shanghai.

Mr Munafò joined Allianz Trade in 2015 as part of the Multinationals team and has spent over a decade shaping the company’s commercial strategy across four regions. Rising through key account management roles spanning MMEA, APAC, and Northern Europe – including his appointment as Regional Account Director for Northern Europe in 2021 – he was named Group Head of Broker Management and Partnerships in 2025, where he was responsible for defining and executing Allianz Trade’s global commercial and distribution strategy and strengthening broker partnerships across multiple regions. Mr Munafò holds an MBA from POLIMI Graduate School of Management (Politecnico di Milano) and a degree in Law from Università Bocconi with a major in Public Sector and Law.

On this appointment, Rodrigo Jimenez, Regional CEO at Allianz Trade in Asia Pacific, says: “Over the past decade, Scott has built extensive experience across various regions, demonstrating a strong track record in growing commercial portfolios, building strategic partnerships, and maintaining exceptional customer retention. His international experience, commercial leadership, and deep understanding of our business make him exceptionally well positioned to lead our China operations. I am confident that, together with the local management team, Scott will successfully drive our growth ambitions and deliver continued success in this important and fast-growing market.”

Mr Munafò remarks: “Allianz Trade has been part of China’s trade story for nearly two decades – built on the strength of our team, our partners, and our customers who have trusted us through every cycle. I am honoured to be entrusted with what so many have built together. My commitment is simple: to keep listening, to keep creating lasting value and to ensure the next chapter sets a new standard.”
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About Allianz Trade

Allianz Trade is the global leader in trade credit insurance and a recognized specialist in the areas of surety, collections, structured trade credit and political risk. Our proprietary intelligence network is based on instant access to data of 289 million corporates. We give companies the confidence to trade by securing their payments. We compensate your company in the event of a bad debt, but more importantly, we help you avoid bad debt in the first place. Whenever we provide trade credit insurance or other finance solutions, our priority is predictive protection. But, when the unexpected arrives, our AA credit rating means we have the resources, backed by Allianz to provide compensation to maintain your business. Headquartered in Paris, Allianz Trade is present in over 40 countries with 5,900 employees. In 2025, our consolidated turnover was EUR4 billion and insured global business transactions represented EUR1,400 billion in exposure. For more information, please visit allianz-trade.com.

KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 20 August 2026 – Wel-Bloom Bio-Tech Corporation will present functional jelly concepts at Vitafoods Asia 2026 in Bangkok, highlighting jelly’s versatility as a supplement option and the technologies behind its development.

A Broader Range of Functional Jelly Concepts

This year, Wel-Bloom will show how varied jelly can be, with examples including visible fruit pieces, whole chia seeds, and high-calcium and collagen-rich formulations. As gummies remain popular, jelly offers greater flexibility in serving size, sweetness and active-ingredient loading, while also allowing for lower-sugar concepts using natural flavoring ingredients.

Taking Jelly Beyond Conventional Formulations

Wel-Bloom’s patented Tri-Safe Jelly Technology forms the foundation of its functional jelly development, demonstrating 97.8% active-ingredient retention and a shelf life of up to two years without added preservatives.

Building on this foundation, Wel-Bloom expanded into oil-based nutrients through NutriOne® Micronized Oil-Fusion Technology. Oil-based nutrients are commonly delivered in capsules or softgels, but swallowable formats may not suit every consumer. NutriOne® provides another option by incorporating oil-based ingredients into a stable, easy-to-consume jelly. The technology received a Gold Award at the World Genius Convention 2026.

Supporting Development with Trusted Manufacturing

As a Taiwan-based CDMO, Wel-Bloom supports projects from formulation and sensory development through stability assessment, pilot testing, scale-up and commercial manufacturing. For brands, choosing a CDMO affects product reliability and the responsibility of their supply chain. Wel-Bloom’s ISO/IEC 17025-accredited laboratory provides technical assurance, while its LEED Silver-certified facility, ISO 14064-1 greenhouse gas management and 2026 B Corp certification reflect its commitment to responsible manufacturing.

At Vitafoods Asia, visitors will be able to sample selected products and discuss product concepts, formulation possibilities and CDMO opportunities with Wel-Bloom’s sales team.

Vitafoods Asia 2026 will take place September 2–4 at the Queen Sirikit National Convention Center in Bangkok. Wel-Bloom will exhibit at Hall 2 Booth #F01.

Hashtag: #WelbloomBioTech

The issuer is solely responsible for the content of this announcement.

About Wel-Bloom Bio-Tech

Wel-Bloom is a globally recognized CDMO expert in the health food industry, dedicated to delivering innovative, one-stop solutions. Guided by forward-looking market insights and supported by robust R&D capabilities, Wel-Bloom empowers clients to develop highly competitive, differentiated health food products.

For partnership opportunities and functional ingredient solutions, visit https://welbloom.com/ or search for Wel-Bloom online.

See Wel-Bloom in action — watch the latest highlights from our Malaysia forum on market insights and industry conversations: https://youtu.be/Y0VVoyV-NXU?si=lo9JbaI_Cjw5Cb4B

Vancouver, British Columbia – Newsfile Corp. – August 19, 2026 – Founders Metals Inc. (TSXV: FDR) (OTCQX: FDMIF) (FSE: 9DL0) (“Founders” or the “Company”) is pleased to announce that it has entered into a share purchase agreement dated August 18, 2026 (the “Agreement”) with Nana Resources N.V. (“Nana”), pursuant to which Founders will acquire the remaining 30% of the issued and outstanding shares of Lawa Gold N.V. (“Lawa”) from Nana (the “Transaction”), which will result in Founders consolidating 100% ownership of Lawa. Lawa holds all mineral rights, concessions, and infrastructure comprising the Antino Gold Project (“Antino” or the “Project”) in southeastern Suriname. On closing, Founders will hold a 100%, royalty-free interest in Antino (Figure 1).

Concurrent with the Transaction, the Company is also pleased to announce that Gold Fields Netherlands Services B.V., an affiliate of Gold Fields Limited (JSE: GFI) (NYSE: GFI) (“Gold Fields”), has agreed to make a strategic investment of C$76,958,864 in the Company through a private placement of 14,146,850 common shares of the Company (the “Gold Fields Shares”) at a price of C$5.44 per Gold Fields Share, being the five-day volume-weighted average price of the Common Shares as of August 17, 2026 (the “Gold Fields Investment”). Following closing of the Transaction and the Gold Fields Investment, Gold Fields is expected to hold approximately 19.9% of the issued and outstanding common shares of the Company (“Common Shares”).

Colin Padget, Founders’ President & CEO, commented, “This is a defining moment for Founders. Consolidating 100% of Lawa Gold gives us full control of the entire 102,360-hectare Antino district as we enter the most important phase of its growth. Gold Fields’ decision to increase its strategic investment to approximately 19.9% of the Company is a powerful endorsement of Antino’s potential and our team’s ability to unlock it. We thank Nana Resources for their partnership at Antino and are pleased they remain shareholders as we advance the Project with full operational control and a strengthened treasury.”

Transaction Highlights

• 100% ownership of Antino: Founders will acquire Nana’s remaining 30% interest in Lawa, consolidating full ownership of the Project and its 102,360-hectare contiguous land package in the Guiana Shield.
• Consideration: US$17,000,000 payable in cash; 13,568,944 Common Shares (the “Consideration Shares”); and up to US$21,000,000 in contingent milestone payments (the “Milestone Payments”) tied to mineral resource estimates, permitting, construction, and production achievements at the Project.
• Operational control: Full ownership of Lawa will provide Founders with complete operational flexibility to advance operations at the Project.

Milestone Payments

• Mineral Resource Milestone: US$3,750,000, upon the filing of a technical report disclosing measured, indicated, and inferred mineral resources of 3,000,000 or more ounces of gold;
• Permitting Milestone: US$3,750,000, upon receipt of all material governmental permits required for commercial mining operations;
• Construction Decision Milestone: US$3,750,000, upon the board of directors of the Company (the “Board”) approving a decision to construct a commercial mine at the Project and public announcement;
• First Production Milestone: US$3,750,000, upon the first pour of gold from a processing facility with a nameplate design capacity exceeding 2,000 tonnes per day; and
• Second Production Milestone: US$6,000,000, upon cumulative gold production exceeding 600,000 ounces from a processing facility with a nameplate design capacity exceeding 2,000 tonnes per day.

Investor Rights Agreement

At closing of the Transaction, Founders and Nana will enter into an investor rights agreement restricting Nana from transferring its Consideration Shares for six months and requiring Nana to vote its Consideration Shares and other Common Shares in accordance with recommendations of the Board and Company management as well as other customary rights and obligations of the parties.

Conditions to Closing

Closing of the Transaction is subject to the satisfaction or waiver of customary conditions, including:

• approval of the TSX Venture Exchange (the “TSX-V”);
• the Company completing the Gold Fields Investment;
• no material adverse effect having occurred; and
• the permanent cessation by Nana of its involvement in alluvial operations on the Project.

The outside date for the Transaction is November 30, 2026, which may be extended by up to 90 days by mutual agreement of the parties. Closing of the Transaction is expected to occur on or about September 4, 2026.

No finders’ fees are payable in connection with the Transaction.

Gold Fields Investment

Founders has entered into a subscription agreement with Gold Fields for a strategic investment of C$76,958,864 through the issuance of 14,146,850 Gold Fields Shares at a price of C$5.44 per Gold Fields Share. Following closing of the Gold Fields Investment, Gold Fields is expected to hold approximately 19.9% of the issued and outstanding Common Shares.

Proceeds from the Gold Fields Investment will be used to pay the cash portion of the Transaction consideration, and to fund regional exploration activities at the Project, working capital, and general corporate purposes at the Project.

Closing of the Gold Fields Investment is expected to occur on or about September 4, 2026.

All Gold Fields Shares and Consideration Shares will be subject to a statutory hold period of four months and one day in accordance with applicable Canadian securities legislation and TSX-V policies, as applicable. The Gold Fields Investment remains subject to final approval of the TSX-V.

The purchase of Gold Fields Shares under the Gold Fields Investment is expected to constitute a “related party transaction” of the Company under Multilateral Instrument 61-101 – Protection of Minority Security Holders in Special Transactions (“MI 61-101”). It is expected pursuant to sections 5.5(a) and 5.7(1)(a) of MI 61-101, that the Company will be exempt from obtaining formal valuation and minority approval of the Company’s shareholders respecting the purchase of Gold Fields Shares under the Gold Fields Investment as the fair market value of securities to be purchased under the Gold Fields Investment is expected to be below 25% of the Company’s market capitalization as determined in accordance with MI 61-101.

National Bank Financial acted as a financial advisor to Founders. BMO Capital Markets has provided to the Board a fairness opinion stating that the consideration to be paid by Founders pursuant to the Transaction is fair from a financial point of view to the Company.

Early Warning Report

This press release is being issued in part pursuant to National Instrument 62-103 – The Early Warning System and Related Take-Over Bid and Insider Trading Reporting Issues. Nana, with its head office located at Aboenawrokostraat 71, Geyersvlijt, Paramaribo, Suriname, will acquire 13,568,944 Common Shares on closing of the Transaction. Immediately prior to the Transaction, Nana held 1,710,000 Common Shares, representing approximately 1.5% of the issued and outstanding Common Shares. Following closing of the Transaction, Nana is expected to beneficially own an aggregate of 15,278,944 Common Shares, representing approximately 10.6% of the issued and outstanding Common Shares (based on 143,903,160 Common Shares outstanding after giving effect to the issuance of the Consideration Shares and the Gold Fields Shares).

Nana’s decision to acquire the Common Shares was made in the context of the Transaction. Nana will continue to monitor its investment and, depending on various factors and subject to the terms of the Investor Rights Agreement entered into in connection with the Transaction, may from time to time in the future increase or decrease its beneficial ownership, control, direction or economic exposure over securities of the Company through market transactions, private agreements, or otherwise. A copy of the early warning report to be filed by Nana will be available under the Company’s SEDAR+ profile at www.sedarplus.ca or by contacting Michael Naarendorp, Nana Resources N.V., E-mail: michael.naarendorp@nanaresources.net.

About Founders Metals Inc.

Founders Metals Inc. is a Canadian gold exploration company building a district-scale gold camp in southeastern Suriname. The Company controls a 102,360-hectare contiguous land package in the Guiana Shield – the largest uninterrupted package of highly prospective greenstone belt geology in the region. Founders is executing one of the most active exploration programs in the global junior gold sector and is backed by a strategic partnership with Gold Fields Limited. The Company is committed to responsible exploration, strong community engagement, and disciplined capital allocation as it advances Suriname’s next major gold camp.

Figure 1: Antino Gold Project Property Map¹

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¹ Results shown in Figure 1 were previously disclosed by the Company in news releases dated August 24, 2023; July 22, 2024; September 24, 2024; November 7, 2024; December 11, 2024; February 20, 2025; April 23, 2025; June 23, 2025; June 24, 2025; December 11, 2025; January 22, 2026; April 2, 2026; April 30, 2026; June 23, 2026; July 15, 2026; and August 6, 2026, each available on the Company’s website and under its profile at www.sedarplus.ca.

ON BEHALF OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS,

Per: “Colin Padget”

Colin Padget
President, Chief Executive Officer, and Director

Contact Information
Katie MacKenzie, Vice President, Corporate Development
Tel: +1 604 712 1790 | katiem@fdrmetals.com

Qualified Persons

The technical content of this news release has been reviewed and approved by Michael Dufresne, M.Sc., P.Geol., P.Geo., an independent qualified person as defined by National Instrument 43-101.

Cautionary Statement Regarding Forward-Looking Information

This press release contains “forward-looking information” within the meaning of applicable Canadian securities legislation, including, but not limited to, statements regarding the Transaction, the Gold Fields Investment, the anticipated benefits of the Transaction, the potential of the Project, the terms, conditions, and potential completion of the Transaction and Gold Fields Investment (including the expected closing dates), long-term value creation, the Company’s prospects, exploration plans, and anticipated drilling results. Forward-looking information can generally be identified by words such as “plans”, “expects”, “is expected”, “budget”, “scheduled”, “estimates”, “forecasts”, “intends”, “anticipates”, “believes”, or variations indicating that certain actions, events or results “may”, “could”, “would”, “might” or “will” occur or be achieved.

Forward-looking statements are based on management’s current expectations and reasonable assumptions but are subject to business, market, and economic risks, uncertainties, and contingencies that may cause actual results to differ materially from those expressed or implied, including: risks that the parties may not close the Transaction or the Gold Fields Investment within anticipated timelines, or at all; general business and economic uncertainties; risks related to exploration and development of the Project; the need to obtain regulatory approvals including TSX-V; the ability of the Company to obtain additional financing; mining industry risks; and other factors described in the Company’s most recent annual management discussion and analysis. Although the Company has attempted to identify important factors that could cause actual results to differ materially, other factors may cause results not to be as anticipated. There can be no assurance that forward-looking information will prove accurate, as actual results and future events could differ materially from those anticipated. Accordingly, readers should not place undue reliance on forward-looking information. The Company does not undertake to update any forward-looking information except in accordance with applicable securities laws.

Neither TSX Venture Exchange nor its Regulation Services Provider (as that term is defined in policies of the TSX Venture Exchange) accepts responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this release.

All material information on Founders Metals can be found at www.sedarplus.ca.

The issuer is solely responsible for the content of this announcement.

Transaction Represents an Unprecedented Strategic Investment Premium

Dallas, Texas – Newsfile Corp. – August 19, 2026 – ZeroStack Corp. (NASDAQ: ZSTK) (“ZeroStack” or the “Company”) today announced that it has entered into a definitive transaction pursuant to which Puple AI Inc. and Blockcat Pte. Ltd. have agreed to contribute an aggregate of US$1.0 billion of Memecore tokens to the Company in exchange for 3,500,000 ZeroStack common shares and pre-funded warrants to purchase up to 36,198,293 additional common shares (the “Warrants”), with the prefunded warrants issued at a price of US$25.19 per share. Shares issuable upon exercise of the Warrants will not be issued unless and until approved by ZeroStack’s shareholders in accordance with Nasdaq Listing Rule 5635, and such shares will be subject to a lock-up of up to ten years following closing.

The agreed share price represents a premium of more than twelve times ZeroStack’s recent market trading price, while the Memecore tokens contributed to the transaction, consisting of 925,925,926 $M tokens, were valued at their prevailing fair market trading price of $1.08 per token.

Management believes the transaction represents one of the most significant valuation premiums accepted by a strategic cryptocurrency investor in a public company and reflects the Memecore principals’ conviction in ZeroStack’s long-term strategy, management team and unique positioning within the decentralized artificial intelligence ecosystem. The transaction fosters ZeroStack’s strategy of building a full-stack position in the consumer driven distributed artificial intelligence market segment, which Management expects to grow through MemeCore’s creation of consumer-facing cultural economies.

The transaction also substantially expands ZeroStack’s strategic relationship with the Memecore ecosystem and creates what management believes to be significant opportunities for collaboration between ZeroStack’s existing 0G portfolio and the rapidly growing Memecore community. Management believes that the willingness of the Memecore principals to acquire ZeroStack equity at a substantial premium while valuing the contributed Memecore tokens at prevailing market prices demonstrates a strong conviction that ownership of ZeroStack shares provides unique strategic exposure to the Company’s existing and future digital asset activities.

“This transaction represents a defining milestone not only for ZeroStack, but for the broader digital asset industry,” said Daniel Reis-Faria, Chief Executive Officer of ZeroStack.

Mr. Reis-Faria continued:

“Our objective has always been to build the premier publicly traded gateway to next-generation digital infrastructure assets. We believe the combination of our existing 0G holdings with a strategic position in the Memecore ecosystem creates a compelling platform capable of generating long-term value for shareholders while positioning ZeroStack at the intersection of decentralized AI, digital assets and institutional capital.”

Rudy Rong, a principal of Memecore who is also being appointed President of ZeroStack in connection with the transaction, commented:

“Memecore has always sought partners capable of creating lasting value across the broader blockchain ecosystem. We believe ZeroStack represents the ideal public company through which to accelerate collaboration between our respective communities while creating meaningful opportunities for innovation, ecosystem development and institutional participation.”

About ZeroStack Corp.
ZeroStack Corp. is the first NASDAQ-listed asset management company focused on providing exposure to decentralized AI. The Company also operates a global pharmaceutical distribution business through its wholly owned subsidiary, Phatebo GmbH. For more information, visit https://zerostack.ai/.

About Memecore ($M)
MemeCore ($M) is a top 50 cryptocurrency and a dedicated Layer 1 blockchain built to change internet memes from short-term speculation into long-term cultural and economic assets. It provides infrastructure with low fees and high scalability for meme-driven communities.

Forward-Looking Statements
This press release contains “forward-looking statements,” as defined by U.S. federal securities laws. Forward-looking statements reflect the Company’s current expectations and projections about future events at the time, and thus involve uncertainty and risk. The words “believe,” “expect,” “anticipate,” “will,” “could,” “would,” “should,” “may,” “plan,” “estimate,” “intend,” “predict,” “potential,” “continue,” and the negatives of these words and other similar words or expressions generally identify forward-looking statements. These forward-looking statements include, but are not limited to, express or implied statements regarding: the expected fulfillment of the Orders; the Company’s ability to obtain inventory financing; the potential for future orders from existing or prospective customers; anticipated revenues and profitability; expected operating profit; procurement pricing; supplier availability; and commercial relationships.

Forward-looking statements are based on current expectations and assumptions that involve significant risks and uncertainties. Actual results may differ materially due to numerous factors, including, without limitation: business strategy risks and the other risks described under the section entitled “Risk Factors” in the Company’s Annual Report on Form 10-K filed with the United States Securities and Exchange Commission (the “SEC”) on February 27, 2026, as such factors may be updated from time to time in the Company’s periodic filings with the SEC, including the Company’s Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q filed with the SEC on July 31, 2026, which are accessible on the SEC’s website at www.sec.gov/edgar.

Accordingly, there are or will be important factors that could cause actual outcomes or results to differ materially from those indicated in these statements. These factors should not be construed as exhaustive and should be read in conjunction with the other cautionary statements that are included in this release and in the Company’s filings with the SEC. While forward-looking statements reflect the Company’s good faith beliefs, they are not guarantees of future performance. The Company disclaims any obligation to publicly update or revise any forward-looking statement to reflect changes in underlying assumptions or factors, new information, data or methods, future events or other changes after the date of this press release, except as required by applicable law. You should not place undue reliance on any forward-looking statements, which are based on information currently available to the Company (or to third parties making the forward-looking statements).

Investor Contact: ir@zerostack.ai
Media Contact: zerostack@dittopr.co

The issuer is solely responsible for the content of this announcement.

HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 19 August 2026 – The annual Digital Entertainment Leadership Forum 2026 (DELF 2026), organised by Cyberport, will be held from 28 to 30 August 2026 at Cyberport. Under the theme “The Dreamatic Circus” DELF 2026 brings together creators, experts and industry leaders to explore how artificial intelligence (AI) is unleashing boundless creativity and redefining digital entertainment and content creation experiences.

Over the three-day event, more than 60 distinguished leaders and professionals from the technology, entertainment and creative sectors in Hong Kong, the Chinese Mainland and around the world will discuss how AI, immersive technologies and cutting-edge innovations are reshaping content creation and entertainment experiences. As AI continues to lower the barriers to creation, the content industry is rapidly evolving from content production toward the development of the IP economy. This year’s forum will focus on how AI empowers creators and enterprises to build globally competitive original intellectual properties (IPs), while examining how Cyberport’s AI infrastructure, innovation ecosystem and international network can help transform innovative ideas into commercialised products, brands and globally recognised IPs, further strengthening Hong Kong’s position as a leading digital entertainment and IP innovation hub in Asia.

Dr Rocky Cheng, Chief Executive Officer of Cyberport, said: “Artificial intelligence is reshaping the cultural and creative industries, opening up unprecedented opportunities for creators, businesses and society. DELF 2026 brings together technology, creativity and business to foster cross-sector collaboration, advance original content creation, support IP incubation and accelerate commercial applications. Leveraging its AI infrastructure, industry ecosystem and global partnership network, Cyberport will continue to support innovative enterprises and original IP creators in seizing the opportunities of the AI era and expanding into international markets.”

Today, Cyberport also hosted a special panel discussion titled “From AI Creation to Global IP: New Opportunities for the Entertainment Industry,” bringing together industry experts to explore emerging opportunities in content creation, IP incubation and commercialisation in the age of AI. Moderated by Ir Eric Chan, Chief Public Mission Officer of Cyberport, the discussion featured Mr Frankie Tam, Creative Director of Ultra Instinct Limited; Ms Polly Yeung, Chief Executive Officer of Gudo Inc.; and Ms Louie Cheng, Director of AI Education and OPC Entrepreneurship Incubation at FizzDragon. Panellists agreed that AI is not only significantly enhancing content creation efficiency but is also accelerating the transition of the content industry into the era of the IP economy, creating broader commercial and international development opportunities for Hong Kong’s original IPs.

Ir Eric Chan, Chief Public Mission Officer of Cyberport, said: “AI is unlocking unprecedented creative possibilities and injecting fresh momentum into Hong Kong’s cultural and creative industries. As the industry enters a new phase of transformation, our focus should go beyond encouraging the creation of original content. We must also help promising IP develop long-term value, progressing from creative ideas to practical applications, and from individual works to recognised brands. Cyberport will continue to advance its public mission by connecting technology, creativity, talent and industry resources, empowering more local creators and enterprises to harness AI and turn Hong Kong’s creativity into market-ready outcomes with international potential.”

Over the three days, the forum will feature discussions on a wide range of topics, including AI collaboration, IP ecosystem development, the cultural and creative economy, smart cities, and future living. Speakers and representatives from organisations such as the University of Southern California (USC), The Hong Kong Academy for Performing Arts, TVB Plus, GGWP, Mei Ah Entertainment, and Xi’an XR Film Industry Base will share insights on how AI is driving innovation, commercialisation and globalisation across the creative industries.

In addition, the interactive experience zone will feature four themed areas and more than 35 experiential activities, showcasing diverse digital entertainment and smart living scenarios powered by AI, immersive technologies and other advanced innovations.

The four themed zones include:

• Arts & Culture – featuring the immersive interactive art exhibition Another World: RADIANCE, Cyberport’s original immersive cultural exhibition The Reveries of Ancient Egypt, Hong Kong’s first XR 6D experience Harbour Dreams: Hong Kong XR Adventure, and the complete VR experience Versailles: The Lost Gardens of the Sun King VR experience.
• Digital Entertainment – showcasing innovative projects including Nikopicto’s interactive skateboard experience SkateAway Circus, TVB Music Money Monster System, and the FizzDragon AI Short Drama Creation Platform.
• Smart Living & Business – featuring products such as Genesis One’s 3D & AI Smart Fashion Platform, allowing visitors to experience how technology is transforming everyday life.
• Robotics & Drones – presenting consumer robotics innovations such as combat robots and AI interactive smart vehicles developed by Jin Technology, alongside the “Charting the Future: eVTOL Inaugural Test Flight,” highlighting the latest developments in interactive technology, the low-altitude economy and smart mobility.

To encourage visitors to explore the diverse digital entertainment experiences, DELF 2026 will launch a special “Play-to-Earn” campaign that combines gamification and rewards. Participants can collect stamps by completing designated tasks across the four themed zones and redeem gifts, while those who complete all challenges will have a chance to receive limited-edition merchandise from the Hong Kong original animation IP Another Worlds.

The event will also feature AI interactive workshops under the Cyberport Academy: DELF 2026 – AI Cultural & Creative Micro-Academy, where participants can learn creative skills such as concept art design and video production. In addition, the event will feature a special movie screening programme showcasing a Mars-themed AIGC sci-fi short drama from Singapore, selected works from the 3rd AI-assisted animation production support scheme, and 2nd HKUST AI Film Festival. Complemented by a live performance from popular K-pop band XODIAC and an indoor drone cirque, the programme will deliver an immersive experience that brings together artificial intelligence, digital entertainment and creative technology.

For more information about DELF 2026 and the speaker lineup, please visit: https://delf.cyberport.hk.

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Photo 1: Dr Rocky Cheng, Chief Executive Officer of Cyberport (centre); Ir Eric Chan, Chief Public Mission Officer of Cyberport (third from right); Mr Terence Leung, Curator of the Digital Entertainment Leadership Forum at Cyberport (second from left); Mr Frankie Tam, Creative Director of Ultra Instinct Limited (second from right); Ms Polly Yeung, Chief Executive Officer of Gudo Inc. (first from right); and Ms Louie Cheng, Director of AI Education and OPC Entrepreneurship Incubation at FizzDragon (first from left), posed for a group photo at the DELF 2026 press conference, previewing the forum to be held at Cyberport from 28 to 30 August and highlighting a series of exciting upcoming programmes and activities.

Photo 2: Dr Rocky Cheng, Chief Executive Officer of Cyberport, said that AI is reshaping the cultural and creative industries, opening up unprecedented opportunities for creators, businesses and society. Leveraging its AI infrastructure, industry ecosystem and global partnership network, Cyberport will continue to support innovative enterprises and original IP creators in seizing the opportunities of the AI era and expanding into international markets.

Photo 3: Ir Eric Chan, Chief Public Mission Officer of Cyberport (first from left), moderates the panel discussion “From AI Creation to Global IP: New Opportunities for the Entertainment Industry,” joined by Mr Frankie Tam, Creative Director of Ultra Instinct Limited (second from left); Ms Polly Yeung, CEO of Gudo Inc. (second from right); and Ms Louie Cheng, Director of AI Education and OPC Entrepreneurship Incubation at FizzDragon (first from right), discussing how AI is reshaping content creation and driving the growth of the IP economy.

Photo 4: Mr Terence Leung, Project Curator, Digital Entertainment Leadership Forum, Cyberport, introduces the key highlights of DELF 2026 to the media.

Photo 5: Mr Terence Leung, Curator of the Digital Entertainment Leadership Forum at Cyberport (second from left); Mr Frankie Tam, Creative Director of Ultra Instinct Limited (first from right); Ms Polly Yeung, Chief Executive Officer of Gudo Inc. (first from left); and Ms Louie Cheng, Director of AI Education and OPC Entrepreneurship Incubation at FizzDragon (second from right), posed for a group photo with “Gudo” (centre), a character from Another World, at the DELF 2026 press conference.

Photo 6 – 11: Multiple booths on display at the DELF 2026 press conference, including Genesis ONE (photo 6), HTC HK Limited (photo 7), Jin Technology Limited (photo 8), Gudo Inc (photo 9), FizzDragon (photo 10) and Hong Kong Blind Union (photo 11).

Hashtag: #DELF #Cyberport

The issuer is solely responsible for the content of this announcement.

About Hong Kong Cyberport

Wholly owned by the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) Government, Cyberport is Hong Kong’s digital tech hub and AI accelerator, with a vision to empower industry digitalisation and intelligent transformation, to promote digital economy and AI development, and to foster Hong Kong to be an international AI, innovation and technology (I&T) hub. Cyberport gathers over 2,400 companies, including 29 listed companies and 10 unicorns. One-third of onsite companies’ founders come from 28 countries and regions, while Cyberport companies have expanded to over 35 global markets.

Cyberport, with Hong Kong’s largest AI Supercomputing Centre and AI Lab as the engine, has been building the AI ecosystem with industry-leading AI companies and over 500 AI and data science start-ups. Through development of tech clusters, namely AI, data science, blockchain and cybersecurity, Cyberport empowers industries across smart city and government, banking and finance, digital entertainment, culture and tourism, healthcare, education and training, property management, construction, transportation and logistics, green environment and more, while hosting Hong Kong’s largest FinTech community. Commissioned by the HKSAR Government, Cyberport has implemented proof-of-concept and sandbox schemes, subsidisation for digital tech adoption, industry tech training and start-up incubation, to drive technology R&D, translation and commercialisation, thus propelling digital transformation and intelligent upgrade across industry and society.

Also as “State-level Scientific and Technological Enterprise Incubator” and Hong Kong’s key incubator, Cyberport supports entrepreneurs with funding and office space, extensive networks of enterprises, investors, technology corporations and professional services for business growth and expansion to Chinese Mainland and overseas markets, all-round facilitation for landing in Hong Kong, talent attraction and cultivation, ready as a launchpad to take start-ups in any stages of development to the next level.

For more information, please visit https://www.cyberport.hk/en.