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Indicated Grade Approximately 25% Higher Than the Measured and Indicated Grade of the Largest Known Graphite Deposit in the United States

Belo Horizonte, Brazil – Newsfile Corp. – September 29, 2026 – Atlas Critical Minerals Corporation (NASDAQ: ATCX) (“Atlas Critical Minerals” or the “Company”), a diversified critical minerals exploration company, today announced the maiden Mineral Resource Estimate (“MRE”) for its 100%-owned Malacacheta Graphite Project (the “Project”) in Minas Gerais state, Brazil. The MRE is contained in the Technical Report Summary (“TRS”) filed as Exhibit 96.1 to the Company’s Report on Form 6-K filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”) today.

The TRS, including the MRE, was prepared independently by SGS Canada Inc. (“SGS”), a well-respected mineral evaluation company with a global footprint, in accordance with Subpart 1300 of Regulation S-K (“S-K 1300”). The MRE covers only one of the Project’s three contiguous mineral tenements and is reported at a 2.0% graphitic carbon (“Cg”) cut-off grade:

• Indicated: 17.2 million tonnes (“Mt”) grading 5.73% Cg, containing approximately 986,000 tonnes of graphite.
• Inferred: 7.0 Mt grading 5.40% Cg, containing approximately 378,000 tonnes of graphite.

Based on a review by the Company of publicly available technical disclosures for graphite projects in South America, Atlas Critical Minerals believes that the Project is the largest graphite resource in South America reported under a globally recognized mineral reporting code (S-K 1300, NI 43-101 or JORC), as measured by contained graphite, and that it has the highest Cg grade among such resources. The Project’s Indicated grade of 5.73% Cg is also approximately 25% higher than the 4.6% Cg Measured and Indicated grade reported for Graphite Creek in Alaska – described by the U.S. Geological Survey as the largest known flake graphite deposit in the United States – at the same 2.0% Cg cut-off grade. The Project’s Indicated grade is also nearly double the 2.91% Cg Inferred grade at the Kilbourne Graphite Project in New York, which is reported under NI 43-101 at a lower 1.5% Cg cut-off.

Key Highlights

• Maiden Resource of Scale and Grade:
  
  • 17.2 Mt Indicated at 5.73% Cg and 7.0 Mt Inferred at 5.40% Cg, for approximately 1.36 million tonnes of contained in-situ graphite across both categories from only one of three contiguous mineral rights.
  • The large initial Indicated resource for the Project provides a robust foundation for the planned Preliminary Economic Assessment.

• 100% Drill Success with Wide, Consistent Intercepts:
  
  • All 21 diamond core holes (2,393.90 meters) returned significant graphite intercepts.
  • Highlights include 43.10 meters at 6.20% Cg, 17.30 meters at 10.62% Cg, and 14.20 meters at 9.30% Cg starting from surface.

• Near-Surface Mineralization Amenable to Open-Pit Mining:
  
  • SGS considers the deposit amenable to open-pit extraction.
  • More than half of the drill holes (11 of 21) intersected significant graphite within the first ~10 meters down-hole, including 26.20 meters at 7.51% Cg from 8.50 meters and 24.25 meters at 6.61% Cg from 8.80 meters.

• Only ~2.5 km of an ~11-km Graphite Corridor Drilled:
  
  • The resource was defined along approximately 2.5 kilometers of strike.
  • Approximately 8.5 kilometers of potential mineralization remains along the trend, including on the Project’s two other tenements.
  • SGS reports that the deposit remains open along strike and at depth.

• Premium Product Credentials:
  
  • Concentrate obtained from Project samples along the ~11-km graphite corridor was previously sent to a well-respected laboratory in the United States that specializes in graphite for product specification studies.
  • As disclosed in a prior technical report summary filed with the SEC on November 12, 2025, the laboratory was able to qualify the concentrate for use not only in electric vehicle batteries but also in nuclear reactors, a qualification that requires meeting the industry’s most stringent purity standard.

Maiden Mineral Resource Estimate

Cut-Off Grade (% Cg)	Category	Tonnage (Mt)	Average Grade (% Cg)	Contained Cg (tonnes)*
2.0	Indicated	17.2	5.73	~986,000
2.0	Inferred	7.0	5.40	~378,000

Table 1 – Combined Malacacheta Mineral Resource Estimate at 2.0% Cg cut-off (effective September 14, 2026). Source: TRS, Table 11-8.

Figure 1 – SGS Combined Malacacheta Mineral Resource Estimate at 2.0% Cg cut-off, with the constrained open-pit block model showing graphitic carbon grades at the Project’s first tenement.

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*Contained graphitic carbon is calculated by the Company as tonnage multiplied by grade. It is in-situ, rounded, and does not account for mining dilution, mining losses or processing recoveries.

Drilling Confirms Continuity, Width and Grade

The MRE is supported by a diamond drilling program of 21 HQ core holes totaling approximately 2,394 meters, completed in 2026.

• The program was designed from geological mapping and an induced polarization (IP) survey.
• Every drillhole returned significant graphite intercepts.
• The results show consistent mineralized widths and grades, supporting the geological interpretation and the Company’s understanding of the deposit.
• Graphite mineralization shows continuity over approximately 2.5 kilometers along strike, and the system remains open for further expansion.

Hole ID	Depth From (m)	Depth To (m)	Length (m)	Assay (% Cg)
MPDDH-0012	43.00	86.10	43.10	6.20
MPDDH-0008	26.24	66.00	39.76	5.62
MPDDH-0009	23.22	57.00	33.78	7.97
MPDDH-0018	8.50	34.70	26.20	7.51
MPDDH-0010	8.80	33.05	24.25	6.61

Table 2 – Longest graphite intercepts.

Hole ID	Depth From (m)	Depth To (m)	Length (m)	Assay (% Cg)
MPDDH-0017	44.70	62.00	17.30	10.62
MPDDH-0011	0.00	14.20	14.20	9.30
MPDDH-0015	71.55	81.30	9.75	8.83
MPDDH-0007	55.75	78.41	22.66	8.27
MPDDH-0014	117.33	138.00	20.67	8.26

Table 3 – Selected high-grade graphite intercepts.

Source: TRS, Table 7-3. Intervals are down-hole lengths. All holes were drilled at a -60° dip toward azimuth 180°.

Figure 2 – Drill core from hole MPDDH-0017 showing a high-grade graphite schist interval. MPDDH-0017 returned 17.30 meters at 10.62% Cg, the highest-grade significant intercept of the program.

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Substantial Room to Grow

• The MRE covers only one tenement (approximately 997 hectares) of three contiguous tenements totaling ~2,822 hectares.
• The reported drilling covers only approximately 2.5 km of strike – less than one-quarter of the Project’s ~11 km graphite corridor – leaving ~8.5 km untested along the same mineralized trend.
• SGS has recommended continued drilling to extend the limits of the deposit and to upgrade its resource classification.

“This maiden resource is a defining milestone for Atlas Critical Minerals and, we believe, for graphite supply in the Americas,” said Marc Fogassa, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Atlas Critical Minerals.

“Our maiden graphite report already points to a quality asset: our Indicated grade exceeds that of the largest known graphite deposit in the United States by approximately 25%. Beyond an already sizable initial resource, , we have drilled only about 2.5 kilometers of an 11-kilometer corridor, on just one of our three contiguous tenements. Importantly, samples from our Project have been processed, tested, and qualified by a well-regarded graphite laboratory in the U.S. for use in electric vehicle batteries and in nuclear reactors, two of the highest-value markets.”

Next Steps

The Company will now focus on advancing the Project through additional exploration, metallurgical testwork and technical studies. It will continue to evaluate opportunities to expand and improve the Mineral Resource at the first tenement and across the Project’s two other contiguous tenements. Planned work includes:

• Resource Expansion Drilling:
  
  • Drill-test the remaining ~8.5 kilometers of the graphite corridor, including on the Project’s two other tenements.
  • Step-out and depth drilling at the first tenement, where the deposit remains open.

• Resource Upgrading: Infill drilling to convert Inferred Mineral Resources to the Indicated category, as recommended by SGS.
• Metallurgical Testwork: Flotation optimization, flake-size distribution and variability testing on the graphitic schist, as recommended by SGS.
• Economic Evaluation: Advance engineering and economic studies, including a Preliminary Economic Assessment (“PEA”) targeted for Q2 2027.

Graphite: A Critical Mineral

Graphite is the dominant anode material in lithium-ion batteries, which are essential for electric vehicles and energy storage systems. High-purity graphite is also used in nuclear reactors and advanced industrial applications. Several governments, including the U.S., recognize graphite as a critical mineral. According to the U.S. Geological Survey, the United States had no domestic natural graphite production in 2025 and remained 100% reliant on imports.

• According to MarketsandMarkets, a commodity research firm, the global graphite market is projected to reach USD 36.4 billion by 2030, growing at a 15.1% CAGR.
• Benchmark Mineral Intelligence, a battery supply chain research firm, estimates that 97 new graphite mines will be needed by 2035 to meet global demand.

Atlas believes the Project’s combination of scale, grade, near-surface mineralization and demonstrated purification performance positions it well to help address the growing supply gap. Furthermore, Brazil is a safer and more established mineral jurisdiction than many other countries where graphite is found. Additionally, the Project’s location in Brazil allows for lower-cost, year-round mining potential, a significant advantage over deposits located in harsher climates.

Qualified Person and Technical Report Summary

The Company’s exploration activities at the Project are conducted in accordance with S-K 1300, the U.S. standard for mineral property disclosure.

• The MRE was prepared by Marc-Antoine Laporte, P.Geo., M.Sc., of SGS Geological Services. Mr. Laporte is a recognized critical minerals geologist and an independent Qualified Person for graphite under S-K 1300.
• The TRS has an effective date of September 14, 2026 and a report date of September 23, 2026. The MRE is part of the TRS.
• The TRS was filed as Exhibit 96.1 to the Report on Form 6-K filed by the Company with the SEC on September 29, 2026.

About Atlas Critical Minerals Corporation
Atlas Critical Minerals Corporation (NASDAQ: ATCX) is an exploration and development company focused on critical minerals, including rare earths, graphite, and uranium. The Company’s focus is to build a diversified global supply chain for the strategic minerals essential for the artificial intelligence revolution, energy transformation, and defense uses. More information is available at www.atlascriticalminerals.com and in the Company’s filings with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission.

Safe Harbor Statement
This press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. Forward-looking statements are based upon the current plans, estimates and projections of Atlas Critical Minerals and its subsidiaries and are subject to inherent risks and uncertainties which could cause actual results to differ from the forward-looking statements. Therefore, you should not place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements.

Risks related to the Company and its subsidiaries are discussed in the section entitled “Risk Factors” in the Company’s Form 20-F filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission (the “SEC”) on February 20, 2026. Please also refer to the Company’s other filings with the SEC, all of which are available at www.sec.gov. In addition, any forward-looking statements represent the Company’s views only as of today and should not be relied upon as representing its views as of any subsequent date. The Company explicitly disclaims any obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements to reflect any change in its expectations or any change in events, conditions, or circumstances on which any such statement is based.

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Hong Kong Heritage Luxury Brand ISABELLE.C Redefines Modern Chinese Aesthetics, Unveiling Its Intangible Heritage Collection at China Institute Fashion Night

NEW YORK, US – Media OutReach Newswire – 29 September 2026 – Blending millennia-old Chinese textile heritage, exquisite intangible craftsmanship and contemporary artistic aesthetics, prestigious Hong Kong luxury fashion house ISABELLE.C staged a remarkable runway presentation at China Institute Fashion Week (CIFW) during New York Fashion Week 2026. Headlining the brand’s New York debut is its exclusive showcase at China Institute Fashion Night, highlighting a brand-new collection that reinterprets traditional Chinese craftsmanship through a global modern design lens.

Centered on the poetic creative theme “A Path of Blossoms, Dreams in Motion”, ISABELLE.C’s Fashion Night presentation delivered an immersive fashion narrative that seamlessly integrates artistic inspiration, ancestral handcraft techniques and modern tailoring aesthetics. The collection fully embodies the brand’s persistent vision: to awaken the vitality of time-honored Chinese artistry and ancient textile craftsmanship, and translate profound Eastern cultural heritage into an elegant, internationally recognized contemporary fashion language.

Guided by its core brand philosophy “ART IS FASHION”, ISABELLE.C collaborates with outstanding artists from Hong Kong and across regions, including renowned and emerging young artists, transforming original fine artworks into exclusive wearable art pieces. Through the brand’s innovative independent print-and-dye craftsmanship, the color gradients, spatial composition, brushwork and emotional temperament of original artworks are carefully reconstructed on premium heritage fabrics, including authentic Gambiered Canton Silk (Xiangyunsha). Among these artistic collaborations, the artwork by Zhao Zhijing, Member of the Hong Kong Arts Development Council (HKADC), Chairman of its Visual Arts Group, Executive Vice Chairman of the Hong Kong Artists Association, and Chairman of the China International Ink Painting Society, has been translated onto precious heritage fabrics through the brand’s distinctive print-and-dye technique. ISABELLE.C has also collaborated with Hong Kong emerging artists Isaac, Chen Taichen and Isabelle, Chen Qianyu, presenting their respective works In the Lone Starlight and In the First Light through the brand’s distinctive approach to wearable art. Both works were invited to be presented as part of a parallel exhibition of the 61st Venice Biennale, highlighting ISABELLE.C’s commitment to carrying forward cultural heritage through a new generation of artists.

This unique creative methodology breaks the boundaries between canvas art and wearable fashion, transforming precious heritage textiles into a medium for contemporary artistic expression while endowing each piece with artistic individuality, cultural depth and modern expressive power.Beyond art-driven print and dye creations, the brand adheres to collectible-level handcraft standards, focusing on inheriting and innovating rare Chinese intangible cultural heritage textiles and techniques. Every garment is elaborately crafted with top-tier traditional materials—including intricate Kesi tapestry, time-honored Shu and Song brocades, classic hand embroidery and vintage high-quality silk satin. These precious materials, carrying thousands of years of Chinese craft civilization and artisans’ ingenuity, lay the profound cultural foundation for the brand’s luxury positioning.

Discarding cumbersome traditional styling and rigid antique design, ISABELLE.C adopts minimalist contemporary silhouettes, precise bespoke tailoring and sophisticated structural design. It perfectly balances the classical charm of heritage textiles and the practical aesthetics of modern fashion, creating wearable, contemporary and collectible high-end works that allow global audiences to perceive the unique charm of Chinese intangible cultural heritage craftsmanship.

As a representative Hong Kong heritage fashion brand, ISABELLE.C takes inheritance and innovation as its core development concept. For the brand, traditional textiles and craftsmanship are not merely design materials, but precious cultural carriers that record generational artisans’ persistence and traditional Eastern aesthetics. It commits to protecting the integrity and authenticity of ancient craftsmanship, while empowering traditional heritage with trendy international expression through modern design innovation, letting Eastern elegance glow anew in the global fashion field.

Prior to the Fashion Night runway show, ISABELLE.C was officially invited to the Centennial Grand Fashion Gala hosted by the China Institute of America at The Pierre New York on September 8. The prestigious gala gathered distinguished guests including Yue-Sai Kan, Co-Vice Chair of the China Institute of America Board, Sophia Sheng, Board Vice Chair, and Dr. Jin Yu, President of the China Institute of America. As a core featured brand of this landmark black-tie centennial ceremony, ISABELLE.C appeared alongside internationally renowned Chinese designers including Vera Wang, Guo Pei, Jason Wu and Vivienne Tam, jointly witnessing the China Institute of Ameirca’s remarkable centennial milestone. Serving as a premier international platform for Sino-U.S. fashion dialogue and cultural exchange, the gala cemented ISABELLE.C’s global footprint and established its heritage-driven Eastern aesthetics as a distinctive voice within the international fashion landscape.

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About ISABELLE.C

Founded on the creative tenet of “ART IS FASHION”, ISABELLE.C is a high-end Hong Kong fashion brand focused on intangible cultural heritage inheritance and innovation. It dedicates to exploring the integrated development of contemporary art, ancient Chinese textile heritage and modern haute couture design.

The brand specializes in wearable art creation and heritage craftsmanship inheritance, utilizing iconic traditional Chinese craftsmanship and materials including Gambiered Canton Silk, Kesi tapestry, classic Chinese brocades, traditional hand embroidery and vintage silk fabrics. Adhering to the design balance between unique Chinese cultural identity and international fashion trends, ISABELLE.C devotes itself to presenting the timeless charm of Chinese traditional craftsmanship to global luxury audiences with modern, exquisite and collectible fashion works. The brand was honored with the Grand Award of the Year at the 2026 Hong Kong BDA Brand Awards and was among the first batch of brands invited to settle in New Chinese-Style Cultural Reception Room in Beijing.

Official Website: http://www.isabellechk.com
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One grand prize winner drives away with a new Proton Saga, while other participants take home prizes ranging from Yamaha Ego Gear motorcycles and Polygon Cascade 5 mountain bikes to TNG eWallet Reload PINs, with prizes worth more than RM80,000.

KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 29 September 2026 – What began as a first-time purchase of a homegrown Malaysian chocolate malt beverage turned into an unexpected win for 30-year-old Selangor resident Muhammad Najmi Adha Bin Hj Nasir, who drove away with a brand-new Proton Saga as the grand prize winner of Sedap Manis’ Beli & Menang Contest. The contest awarded a total of 126 prizes worth more than RM80,000 combined, including the Proton Saga grand prize, Yamaha Ego Gear motorcycles, Polygon Cascade 5 mountain bikes, and TNG eWallet Reload PINs.

Held from 1 April to 31 July 2026, the contest was Sedap Manis’ first nationwide consumer contest, drawing more than 5,000 entries over four months. To take part, consumers purchased at least RM28 worth of Sedap Manis products in a single receipt and submitted their entry during the contest period. Alongside the grand prize, two Yamaha Ego Gear motorcycles, three Polygon Cascade 5 mountain bikes, and 120 monthly TNG eWallet Reload PIN prizes were awarded.

Najmi discovered Sedap Manis only recently, after coming across the contest poster and deciding to try the product and take part. He liked what he tasted and has since become a regular consumer, with his family now purchasing Sedap Manis as well. It was his purchase of a 900g pack for the contest that turned out to be his winning entry.

He found out about the win through a WhatsApp message from Sedap Manis, and was initially unsure whether it was genuine before his surprise gave way to excitement. Once he confirmed that he had won the Proton Saga, the first person he shared the news with was his wife. A new car means a great deal to Najmi and his family, as it is something they would otherwise have needed to plan and save for, and it will make his daily commute and family outings more convenient.

“I would like to say a big thank you to Sedap Manis for giving me this opportunity. I only discovered Sedap Manis recently and decided to purchase it for the contest, so I honestly never expected that I would be the lucky winner. Winning the Proton Saga is something I’m truly grateful for, and it’s definitely a moment I will remember for a long time. Thank you, Sedap Manis!” said Najmi.

Brandon Oh, National Sales Manager of Gold Leaf Marketing Sdn Bhd, said the response to the brand’s first contest was an opportunity to raise greater awareness of Sedap Manis and encourage more Malaysians to experience the brand’s products.

“As a Malaysian brand, it means a great deal to us to see the response from consumers across the country to our first nationwide contest. Receiving more than 5,000 entries reflects meaningful engagement with Sedap Manis, and what matters most to us is being able to reward the people who have supported us and give something back to Malaysian households in a way that is fun and accessible,” said Brandon.

Sedap Manis has been bringing its chocolate malt beverage to Malaysian households since 2022. Proudly made in Malaysia and Halal-certified, it is produced at a facility that holds HACCP and MeSTI certifications. Guided by its Lebih Coklat, Lebih Lazat proposition, the brand aims to deliver a satisfying chocolate-malt experience in convenient, family-friendly 900g and 1.8kg pack sizes, working towards becoming a trusted chocolate malt choice for more Malaysian households.

Looking ahead, Sedap Manis plans to enter the hotel, restaurant and café (HoReCa) sector for the first time and explore new product formats, including 3-in-1 packs and ready-to-drink offerings, while continuing to engage consumers through online contests, giveaways, CSR initiatives and on-ground activations.

“We hope to continue building a closer relationship with Malaysian consumers. As Sedap Manis grows locally, we want to keep finding relevant ways to connect with our fellow supporters and create enjoyable experiences for more Malaysian households,” Brandon added.

For more information and the latest updates from Sedap Manis, please follow Sedap Manis on Instagram, Facebook and TikTok.

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About Sedap Manis

Sedap Manis is a proudly Malaysian chocolate malt beverage marketed by Gold Leaf Marketing Sdn Bhd. It offers an enjoyable chocolate-malt experience for Malaysian households. Sedap Manis is available in major supermarkets and retailers nationwide. The brand’s “Lebih Coklat, Lebih Lazat” proposition reflects its focus on satisfying chocolate flavour and everyday enjoyment.

About Gold Leaf Marketing Sdn. Bhd.
Gold Leaf Marketing Sdn Bhd is a Malaysian company that markets and distributes food and beverage products for Malaysian households. Its portfolio includes Sedap Manis, a locally made chocolate malt beverage, and Nutrigold, which offers a range of 3-in-1 instant beverage mixes and confectionery products.

EL SALVADOR, PHILIPPINES – Media OutReach Newswire – 29 September 2026 – Green GSM officially launches its all-electric taxi service in Northern Mindanao, Philippines, marking the brand’s next expansion in the market. With the launch of the first all-electric taxi service in the region, Green GSM brings modern, safe and comfortable mobility at reasonable prices, helping enhance the everyday travel experience for local residents.

Starting today, customers can use Green GSM’s mobility services in key areas of Northern Mindanao, including El Salvador, CDO, Laguindingan, Alubijid and Opol, by booking rides through the Green GSM app, contacting the customer service hotline, or simply hailing an available vehicle on the street. With its extensive operating network, Green GSM aims to meet diverse mobility needs, from daily travel and intercity journeys to airport transfers.

Every journey with Green GSM is not only a convenient mobility experience, but also a green choice, empowering people to actively contribute to emissions reduction while helping limit air and noise pollution through their everyday choices. The company upholds its “5 Green Promises,” comprising Good Cars, Good Drivers, Good Prices, Good Experiences and Good for the Environment, helping establish a new standard for local mobility services.

Powered by a 100% all-electric fleet of VinFast vehicles, Green GSM offers quiet, relaxing rides with no emissions. The comfortable cabin and smooth operation of electric vehicles provide passengers with a pleasant experience, even on longer journeys.

Green GSM’s drivers are thoroughly trained in driving skills, professional conduct and road safety. In particular, fares are transparently displayed on the app or through the official in-car meter. Knowing the cost of a ride in advance also gives customers greater control when planning their journeys, particularly for intercity trips or airport transfers.

To mark the launch, new users who register with Green GSM will receive 15 Green Points, equivalent to 15 peso. The points can be used to receive discounts on Green GSM rides.

Green GSM’s presence in Northern Mindanao is expected to create meaningful value for the local community. The development of electric vehicle-based transportation will help strengthen regional connectivity while creating more employment opportunities for service drivers, while passengers gain an additional safe, modern and convenient mobility option with more affordable costs than other ride-hailing companies.

The official launch of the service in Northern Mindanao follows positive results from its trial period, which began in late August. Previously, Green GSM had launched electric taxi services in key urban areas across the Philippines, including Metro Manila in Luzon, Central Visayas and Mindanao.

Mr. Pham Nhat Minh Hoang, Global CEO of Green SM, said: “Expanding into Northern Mindanao enables Green GSM to increase our service coverage in a region with strong potential, while giving more residents access to electric mobility with consistent service quality and reasonable costs. We will continue to develop our network and work with local partners to build a scalable electric transportation model that can create long-term value for the Philippines.”

With a focus on innovation, sustainable development and a people-centered approach, Green GSM aims to contribute to the green transition in the Philippines. Going forward, the company will continue to enhance service quality, develop its network and consistently uphold its “5 Green Promises”, delivering safer, more convenient and sustainable mobility experiences.
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KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA – Media OutReach Newswire – 29 September 2026 – The hopes of young Malaysians for the country they will inherit, and the difference they hope to make, come through in Warkah untuk Perdana Menteri: Suara Wesleyan, Impian Sebuah Negara Bangsa (Letters to the Prime Minister: Voices of Wesleyans, A Nation’s Aspirations), a collection of letters and reflections from students and educators across Wesley Methodist Schools, and educators from Methodist Government-Aided Schools.

The publication was officially launched today by Bishop Dr. T. Jeyakumar, Bishop of the Methodist Church in Malaysia, and Puan Siti Bahijah binti Bakhtiar, Deputy Director, Services and Multilateral Relations Sector, Private Education Division, Ministry of Education Malaysia, bringing together voices from across the Methodist education community.

At the heart of Warkah untuk Perdana Menteri is a simple idea: to give people a space to speak. Through their letters, contributors share their hopes for Malaysia, reflect on the society around them and imagine the kind of future they would like to see. Their thoughts touch on unity, integrity, compassion, identity and moral courage, while offering a personal glimpse into what these ideas mean to them.

The event was further enriched by performances from three Wesley Methodist schools: the Wesley Methodist School Ipoh Choir, Wesley Methodist School Kuala Lumpur (Private) Choral Speaking, and Wesley Methodist School Kuala Lumpur (International) Dikir Barat, bringing music, language and cultural expression into the celebration.

More than a collection of written reflections, Warkah untuk Perdana Menteri also reflects the kind of learning that happens when students are encouraged to think beyond the classroom. To question, listen, express an idea and consider how their choices affect others are all part of growing into individuals who can participate meaningfully in the world around them.

Perhaps that is what makes the voices in Warkah untuk Perdana Menteri worth hearing. They are not presented as having all the answers, but as young people learning to find their voice, understand their place and imagine what tomorrow could look like.

And in giving those voices a place to be heard, Warkah untuk Perdana Menteri reminds us that education is not only about preparing students for the future. It is also about helping them recognise that they already have a part to play in it.
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About Wesley Methodist School

In today’s rapidly evolving world, education must go beyond academics to prepare students for life. At Wesley Methodist School (WMS), we provide a well-rounded, character-driven education that empowers students not only to excel academically but also to grow holistically in character, social-emotion and spiritual dimensions.

Holistic Development for Every Student

At WMS, we nurture each student’s potential by focusing on their mind, body, and spirit. Our curriculum fosters a love for learning while encouraging personal development through a wide array of subjects, extracurricular activities, and growth-oriented programmes. This holistic approach ensures students gain confidence, resilience, and a strong sense of identity.

Character Building at the Core

Character building is at the heart of our Methodist Education. At WMS, we emphasise values like integrity, respect for life, excellence with humility, and God-centeredness. Through classroom discussions, leadership opportunities, and community service, we teach our students the importance of living out these principles in everyday life, preparing them to lead with compassion and make meaningful contributions to society.

Faith-Based Education Rooted in Christian Values

Our Christian-based education offers students a strong moral foundation, helping them navigate life’s challenges with purpose and grace. With regular chapel services and spiritual guidance and programmes, students are encouraged to explore their faith, build a relationship with God, and cultivate a sense of hope that guides them toward a purposeful life.

Preparing Students for a Life of Impact

Choosing WMS means choosing an education that shapes well-rounded individuals ready to thrive in both personal and professional spheres. Our character-based approach equips students not only with the knowledge to pursue their dreams but also with the integrity and values to make a lasting positive impact on the world.

BANGKOK, THAILAND – Media OutReach Newswire – 29 September 2026 – Aiming to attain high-income nation status by 2037, Thailand is deploying an ambitious action plan across state agencies, financial institutions, and industry leaders to transition from low-cost assembly to a high-value, investment-led economy.

Building on discussions at the Bangkok Business Summit 2026, the agenda brings together government, private-sector and international perspectives around a common priority: translating structural reform into investment, productivity and long-term competitiveness, while strengthening Thailand’s readiness for a greater regional economic role ahead of its 2028 ASEAN Chairmanship.

Geopolitical Stability and Macro Benchmarks

As global supply chains fracture and geopolitical tensions reshape risk profiles, Thailand is positioning itself as a neutral, secure haven for multinational capital.

“Global investors are prioritizing economic security alongside operational efficiency,” said Deputy Prime Minister and Finance Minister Ekniti Nitithanprapas. “Thailand presents a timely, stable haven where targeted capital can stimulate short-term activity while permanently upgrading our long-term productivity.”

However, multilateral institutions emphasized that achieving high-income status demands aggressive economic acceleration.

“Thailand must boost its GDP per capita growth from the post-COVID average of 2.2% to 5.4% annually over the next decade,” stated Carlos Felipe Jaramillo, World Bank Vice President for East Asia and Pacific. “Execution must be decisive. Capital must be funneled into seven key growth engines—including smart electronics, EVs, and digital services—while protecting critical infrastructure like the flood-prone Chao Phraya River basin.”

From Dialogue to Delivery: Bangkok Business Summit White Paper
Building on the Summit’s discussions, the forthcoming Bangkok Business Summit White Paper, developed in strategic partnership with PwC, will focus on translating Thailand’s economic ambitions into execution.

The agenda identifies the next 24 months, from 2026 to 2028, as a critical window for strengthening Thailand’s longer-term economic trajectory. It focuses on directing resources towards higher-productivity sectors, reducing regulatory friction and introducing clearer mechanisms to measure progress and accountability.

This execution-focused approach is reinforced by closer public-private coordination across seven target business sectors, supported by key enabling areas including infrastructure, digital technology and AI, energy and finance. The broader objective is to strengthen investment-led growth while ensuring that new investment creates opportunities for domestic enterprises and SMEs to participate in emerging supply chains.

Inclusive Reform and Financial Restructuring

To transition from low-cost assembly to an investment-led economy, domestic leaders are restructuring local financial mechanics and supply chains.

“Assessing our structural reform progress today, we sit at roughly a five out of ten,” noted Payong Srivanich, Chairman of the Joint Standing Committee on Commerce, Industry and Banking (JSCCIB). “We must urgently shift commercial banking liquidity away from stagnant legacy sectors and into future growth engines.”

To prevent technological disruption from worsening structural inequality, Srivanich advocated a “brotherhood” model anchored in the Sufficiency Economy Philosophy. Under this approach, major corporate leaders are tasked with upskilling and reskilling upstream and downstream SME supply chains to ensure balanced growth across the entire value chain.

This emphasis on inclusion extends to connecting new investment and global market opportunities with domestic businesses, enabling Thai SMEs and local enterprises to participate more fully in the new economy and supporting broader distribution of economic opportunities.

Global Governance and Environmental Resilience

Serving as a curtain-raiser for the 2026 IMF-World Bank Group Annual Meetings in Bangkok, hosted under the theme “Thailand’s New Horizons: Empowering People, Building Resilience,” the country is establishing forward-looking global standards. Key priorities include the “Bangkok Blueprint” to tackle cyber fraud and illegal financial flows.

Simultaneously, long-term expansion depends on confronting severe environmental vulnerabilities. The World Bank urged immediate climate-resilient investments in the flood-prone Chao Phraya River basin, which generates 66% of national GDP, alongside scaling solar and clean energy capacity to curb fossil fuel import dependencies.

By aligning domestic productivity and climate adaptation today, and showcasing these priorities at the upcoming IMF-World Bank Group Annual Meetings in Bangkok, Thailand is asserting the economic resilience needed to lead broader regional integration when it takes the helm as ASEAN Chair in 2028.

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Spotlighting the AI Wave and Exploring Paths Forward for Private Enterprises

HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 29 September 2026 – The second “Jun’s Circle” Fireside Chat, initiated by Ge Jun, an Academician of the International Eurasian Academy of Sciences and Chairman and CEO of TOJOY Shared Smart Enterprise Services Co., Ltd. (“TOJOY”), was recently held on the shores of Dianchi Lake in Kunming. The event was livestreamed simultaneously on Xinhuanet, TOJOY Boss Cloud and other platforms, drawing more than 3.1 million cumulative views online. Online and in-person audiences together took part in an in-depth exchange of ideas, creating an experience in which they were “surrounded by ideas.”

In 2025, the inaugural “Jun’s Circle” Fireside Chat debuted in Hangzhou. Its core proposition — “With vision, break the impasse and build a new landscape” — resonated widely across China’s private sector. On 22 September, the 2026 event came to Kunming, a frontier hub for China’s opening-up to South and Southeast Asia. It directly addressed the central concerns of private enterprises amid AI-driven technological change, the reconfiguration of the overseas expansion landscape and economic-cycle adjustments, helping entrepreneurs clarify their direction and strengthen confidence.

Blueprint for Private-Enterprise Transformation under AI Technological Disruption

Addressing business development amid the AI wave, Ge Jun systematically presented the “Five-Layer Tree Theory” for enterprise AI transformation. Covering the accumulation of data assets, upgrades in entrepreneurs’ cognitive capabilities, workforce-wide capability building, forward-looking strategic planning and symbiosis across industry ecosystems, it provides private enterprises with a comprehensive implementation framework for AI transformation.

Drawing on Kunming’s geographic advantages, the dialogue explored a long-term approach to expansion into ASEAN markets. Ge Jun proposed an “In ASEAN, With ASEAN, For ASEAN” development philosophy, stressing that sustainable overseas growth can only be achieved by establishing deeply rooted local operations, building symbiotic partnerships with local industries and creating social value for local communities. Manuel C. Menendez III, founder and CEO of MCM Group Holdings Ltd. and an expert on international economic and trade issues, drew on frontline experience to stress that managing compliance risk is a fundamental prerequisite for survival for companies expanding overseas. He noted that resource-constrained small and medium-sized private enterprises can leverage professional platforms to pool resources when expanding overseas, advance localization step by step and avoid the risks of going it alone.

The Critical Role of Entrepreneurship and Long-Termism

Turning to the question of how to navigate economic cycles, the dialogue returned to the fundamentals of entrepreneurship, exploring the underlying forces that enable businesses to weather volatility. Xue Jingxia, Chairwoman of the Henan-based investment and construction group, KONITA GROUP, and a deputy to the National People’s Congress for four consecutive terms, said, drawing on four decades of hands-on business experience, that there are no shortcuts to navigating cycles: it takes the creativity to build something from nothing and the resolve to hold firmly to one’s principles. Ge Jun added that entrepreneurs in the AI era need to strengthen their learning capabilities across four dimensions—questioning, command, staying power and transmission—to respond to a rapidly changing market environment, remain committed to doing what is difficult but right, and navigate cyclical ups and downs with a long-term mindset.

As one of the flagship programs in Ge Jun’s four-part thought-leadership series for empowering private enterprises, this year’s “Jun’s Circle” Fireside Chat used a systematic framework of ideas to address the widespread concerns of today’s private entrepreneurs.

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ABU DHABI,UAE – Media OutReach Newswire – 29 September 2026 – Mambu and Mastercard have today announced a strategic collaboration that will make it easier for financial institutions using Mambu to offer fast, secure and transparent cross-border payments.

Through this collaboration, Mambu will connect Mastercard Move, Mastercard’s portfolio of global money movement capabilities, with its Intelligent Core, a cloud-native core banking and payments platform built to process, orchestrate and extend financial services at scale. This will give Mambu customers a pre-built connection to integrate Mastercard Move’s cross-border payment capabilities, helping reduce implementation complexity and accelerate time to market.

The integration will enable financial institutions to offer cross-border payment capabilities within digital banking journeys, creating a more seamless customer experience.

The collaboration builds on Mambu’s expansion into payments following its acquisition of Numeral in 2024. It will provide a broad foundation for banks to develop cross-border payment services that meet the changing needs of SME and retail customers as demand continues to grow for transparent and frictionless international payments.

“Adding cross-border payment capabilities shouldn’t require financial institutions to take on years of integration work or rethink their entire tech stack. By integrating Mambu’s Intelligent Core with Mastercard Move, we are giving our customers a simpler way to introduce these capabilities, accelerate time to market and continue building on the investments they’ve already made. That’s the value of a composable foundation: it lets the Intelligent Core keep extending what financial institutions already trust, rather than replacing it,” said Fernando Zandona, CEO at Mambu.

“Despite advances in digital payments, moving money across borders remains complex and fragmented, with people and businesses expecting greater speed, transparency and certainty. Mastercard Move combines global reach with trusted money movement capabilities to help financial institutions meet those expectations,” said Pratik Khowala, Global Head of Transfer Solutions, Mastercard.

Mastercard Move enables money to move within and across more than 200 countries and territories and in more than 150 currencies, reaching 17+ billion endpoints and 95% of the world’s banked population.
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About Mambu

Mambu is the world’s only true SaaS cloud banking platform. Founded in 2011, it enables banks, lenders, credit unions, fintechs, retailers and other organisations to design and launch modern financial products with speed and flexibility. Our unique, composable approach allows independent components, systems and connectors to be assembled in any configuration to meet business goals and customer needs. The platform supports core banking, deposits, lending, payments and Islamic banking. Mambu offers a modular, future-ready and scalable product that grows with businesses. Whether launching a single product or transforming an entire banking stack, Mambu provides the agility and reliability needed to succeed in today’s financial landscape. More than 260 customers in over 65 countries rely on Mambu, including Western Union, Commonwealth Bank of Australia, N26, BancoEstado, Raiffeisen Bank, ABN AMRO and Bank Islam.

TOKYO, JAPAN – EQS Newswire – 29 September 2026 – On September 28 2026, iMotion Technology (01274.HK) officially established its Japanese branch in Shinagawa, Tokyo. After the establishment of the Europe R＆D Center (Munich, Germany) and the Malaysia Manufacturing Plant, this marks another key step in iMotion’s global expansion strategy and will help the company connect with and more deeply integrated into the global automotive supply chain.

iMotion will adhere to its overseas expansion strategy by serving Chinese OEMs’ overseas business on the one hand, and actively developing international customers on the other. Based on its established presence, iMotion’s products and solutions have followed its customers and been deployed across regions and countries including Europe, Southeast Asia, South Korea and Japan. This has enabled iMotion to accumulate extensive on-the-ground experience in overseas applications and develop strong localized service capabilities.

In the first half of 2026, iMotion for the first time obtained nominated projects from a customer in the Taiwan region of China and an overseas direct-supply customer, marking significant breakthroughs in both customer coverage and overseas expansion. With the establishment in Tokyo, iMotion’s Japanese Branch will serve as a bridge between Japan and iMotion in relevant business, expanding long-term business cooperation with Japanese OEM and strengthen iMotion’s global brand presence.

From product expansion to system globalization, iMotion is rapidly building an end-to-end global delivery system. iMotion’s joint venture in Malaysia has completed trial production and is currently undergoing the final customer audit process. It is expected to commence full-scale production and mass deliveries to customers in the third quarter of 2026.

Looking ahead, iMotion plans to continue strengthening its global sales and service network. Through its overseas business units and production bases, technical adaptation, ecosystem collaboration, and data compliance capabilities, iMotion aims to accelerate its integration into the direct supply chains of international automakers. In addition, iMotion will leverage the resources provided by its strategic overseas shareholders to explore new international business opportunities and establish more international strategic alliances.

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Demonstrated Full-Licence Advantages, Strengthened Fee Income Capabilities, Expanding into High-End Wealth Management Segment to Forge New Growth Engines, Deepening Trade Finance to Support Government Initiatives, Serving the Real Economy via Financial Services

• As of 30 June 2026, Ping An Digital Bank’s total assets exceeded HK$15.6 billion, while total customer deposits reached nearly HK$13.7 billion, both surging over 130% year-on-year.
• Capitalising on its full-licence advantage, investment commissions have emerged as a new driver for fee income, boosting core profitability with net interest income rising 55% year-on-year to HK$140 million.
• PingAnDB will continue to uphold its “Customer Experience First” vision, providing all retail customers with a user-friendly digital banking service. Meanwhile, the Bank will continuously deepen its wealth services and expand into the high-end wealth management to meet customers’ diversified asset allocation needs.
• Responding to the government’s initiative to “take forward ‘Finance+’ to serve the real economy,” Business Banking remains committed to serving trade SMEs. Leverages fintech and alternative data to strengthen trade finance, PingAnDB empowers trade SMEs and cross-border e-commerce in global expansion.

HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 29 September 2026 – Ping An Digital Bank (International) Limited (“Ping An Digital Bank” / “PingAnDB”) enters its 6th anniversary with strong upward momentum and standout operational performance across key indicators. Total assets and customer deposits both surged over 130% year-on-year, while net interest income rose approximately 55% year-on-year to over HK$140 million. Following the branding revamp and the launch of investment services, Ping An Digital Bank has fully leveraged its full-licence advantages, making investment commissions a new growth engine for service fee revenue. Moving forward, Ping An Digital Bank will continue to uphold its “Customer Experience First” vision, delivering a seamless and all-in-one digital banking solution through a single app. PingAnDB will also elevate its wealth platform by introducing a broader suite of investment offerings and high-end wealth management services, assisting them with diversified asset allocation and management.

Since accelerating its retail banking expansion, Ping An Digital Bank has launched wealth and offline insurance services, driven business scale and strengthening core profitability. As of 30 June 2026, total assets surged 133% year-on-year to over HK$15.6 billion, while total customer deposits reached HK$13.7 billion, increased 131% year-on-year. Following the official launch of wealth services in March this year, PingAnDB has achieved initial success in opening new channels to boost fee and commission income. As of June 30, 2026, fee and commission income grew sevenfold year-on-year to HK$6.5 million, with service fee income expected to gradually become another growth engine of the PingAnDB’s revenue.

Mr. Ronald Iu, Chief Executive of Ping An Digital Bank, said, “Ping An Digital Bank has accelerated the expansion of its retail banking arm recently. As a rising star in retail banking, we adhere to our brand vision of ‘Always with You. Always Ahead.’ By delivering precise product and service strategies, we comprehensively meet customers’ needs, driving significant leaps in asset and deposit scale, with fee income set to become another key revenue driver for us. Furthermore, Ping An Digital Bank is set to elevate its wealth services. Centered on the “Customer Experience First” vision, the Bank will continuously diversify the suite of investment offerings and introduce high-end wealth management services , creating a digital wealth management experience that balances flexibility with professional expertise.”

Mr. Iu, added, “In Business Banking, we remain steadfast in our commitment to trade SMEs. By leveraging fintech and alternative data to strengthen trade finance, we actively respond to the government’s mandate to ‘leverage financial services to support the real economy.’ As of 30 June 2026, our loan assets grew steadily, with total loans reaching HK$4.14 billion. Moving forward, we will continue to navigate global expansion for trade SMEs and cross-border e-commerce, further deepening trade finance application scenarios to serve as a robust pillar for SMEs.”

Ping An Digital Bank’s Retail Banking centers its design on usability with a “Customer Experience First” approach. Backed by Ping An Group’s strengths and its full-licence advantages, PingAnDB actively builds an exclusive financial ecosystem and integrated financial platform. Customers can enjoy a one-stop suite of financial services—including deposits, foreign exchange, cross-border remittances, wealth, and insurance—all via a single app. Additionally, Ping An Digital Bank offers a dual-strength wealth services feature enabling retail banking customers to seamlessly switch funds between investments and savings deposits. US stock trades carry a flat brokerage fee of USD0.88¹ per transaction regardless of transaction value or share count. Combined with a USD savings yield of up to 3.28% p.a.², customers can park liquidity to earn interest and pivot instantly when market opportunities arise. Together with comprehensive online and offline insurance services, Ping An Digital Bank delivers smart financial experiences with a human touch.

While deepening retail financial services, as the first digital bank tailored for SMEs, Ping An Digital Bank extends its financial capability into the business banking sector, comprehensively covering business banking account, cross-border remittance, currency exchange, and loan services. As a core supporter of trade enterprises, Ping An Digital Bank has unlocked the potential of commercial data over the years to revamp account opening and credit assessment process, solving previous pain points of SMEs to achieve fast and accurate evaluations. This fully empowers enterprises to capture global market opportunities and builds a robust digital financial ecosystem.

For the interim report 2026 of Ping An Digital Bank, please visit https://www.pingandb.com/en/financial-report.html

¹ Brokerage fee excludes any custody fee, securities deposit charges, nominee services fee and any third-party transaction charges such as transaction levy, stamp duty and trading fee, handling fee, securities management fee, transfer fee, capital gain tax and SEC Fee, etc.

² Applicable only to USD savings deposits between USD 15,000 and USD 60,000 and subject to the “USD Savings Interest Rate Offer” terms and conditions. Interest on USD deposits will be calculated on a daily basis on a 360-day year and is determined at the Bank’s discretion from time to time.

USD Savings Balance	Interest Rate (p.a.)
First US$14,999.99	0.50%
US$15,000 to 60,000	3.28%
Above US$60,000	2.00%

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Ping An Digital Bank

Ping An Digital Bank (International) Limited (“Ping An Digital Bank,” “PingAnDB”) is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Lufax Holding Ltd (“Lufax”) (SEHK: 6623; NYSE: LU) and a member of Ping An Insurance (Group) Company of China, Ltd. (“Ping An”) (SEHK: 2318; SSE: 601318). Ping An Digital Bank was granted a banking licence by the Hong Kong Monetary Authority in May 2019 to offer retail banking and business banking services. Backed by Ping An’s advanced technology, Ping An Digital Bank is elevating banking experience, serving customers in Hong Kong and the Greater Bay Area, establishing itself as Ping An Group’s integrated financial platform in Hong Kong.