Showcases Hong Kong’s Research-to-Market Strength, Unlocks New Partnership Opportunities in Europe Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC), in collaboration with Hong Kong Science and Technology Parks Corporation (HKSTP), led a delegation of 20 local innovation and technology (I&T) companies and institutions to Barcelona, Spain, concluding a highly successful participation at the world’s premier connectivity event—Mobile World Congress (MWC), and debuted at the startup-centric stage—4 Years From Now (4YFN) 2026. This participation has enabled local tech firms to access markets overseas, showcasing their strengths in research and development (R&D), and demonstrating the city’s role as a leading international I&T hub. The…
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Special Exhibition for Hit Anime with Second Film Set for Release Starts, February 21 TOKYO, Mar 6, 2026 – (JCN Newswire) – Anime Tokyo Station is an anime exhibition site focused on Japanese anime content, which has developed a devout fan base around the world. From February 21 (Sat.) to May 24 (Sun.), 2026, it will be holding the “That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime” Special Exhibition. A preview was held for the press on February 20 (Fri.), the day before the exhibition opened. ©Taiki Kawakami, Fuse, KODANSHA/ “Ten-Sura” Project This special exhibition looks back on the story through…
Allowing hydrogen purification and separation using high-purity, high-speed hydrogen permeation even in the low temperature range of 100 degrees C TOKYO, Mar 5, 2026 – (JCN Newswire) – TANAKA PRECIOUS METAL TECHNOLOGIES Co., Ltd. (Head Office: Chuo-ku, Tokyo; Representative Director & CEO: Koichiro Tanaka), a company engaged in the industrial precious metals business of TANAKA, today announced the successful development of “HPM-L111”, the world’s first metal*1 palladium (Pd) hydrogen permeable membrane capable of delivering high hydrogen permeation performance at low temperature range around 100°C. The breakthrough enables high-purity and fast hydrogen purification at significantly lower temperatures than previously possible, reducing energy consumption and…
U.S. Polo Assn., the official sports brand of the United States Polo Association (USPA), proudly announces the continued expansion of its Collegiate Partnership Program (CPP) for the 2026 season and academic year. Now in its eighth consecutive year, the program reaches a historic milestone by supporting 70 collegiate teams across 31 universities nationwide, the largest number of teams ever participating in the program. U.S. Polo Assn.’s Collegiate Partnership Program featuring the California Polytechnic State University Women’s and Men’s Polo TeamsPhoto Credit: California Polytechnic State University Polo Teams U.S. Polo Assn. will outfit hundreds of student-athletes from coast to coast, including…
Lancaster Resources Inc. (CSE: LCR) (OTC Pink: LANRF) (FSE: 6UF0) (“Lancaster” or the “Company”) announces the director resignation of Penny White, effective March 3, 2026. The Board thanks Penny White for her valuable contributions during her tenure and wishes her continued success in her future endeavors. The Company is also pleased to announce the appointment of Mr. Rob Heaslop, as a director to the company’s Board of Directors, effective immediately. Mr. Heaslop is a geologist with 20 years’ of exploration and resource development experience in Africa, Australia, and the Pacific with specific expertise in project generation and early stage targeting for…
Formerra, LLC (Formerra), a leading distributor of engineered thermoplastic resins, additives, elastomers, and other specialty materials, today announced the appointment of Tom Kelly as Chief Executive Officer (CEO). A seasoned executive with over 30 years of specialty and engineered materials experience, Tom is known for leading teams to drive differentiated growth and building high-performing organizations set up for long-term success. The former CEO, Cathy Dodd, will stay on as Special Advisor to the Board and will remain an investor in the Company. Tom brings extensive commercial, supply chain, and distribution experience with a strong background in scaling global enterprises in…
Thailand has launched a new phase in its national research and innovation strategy with the introduction of the Thailand RISE Fund, a rebranded national research funding initiative aimed at accelerating the transition from academic research to real-world economic and social impact. The initiative was highlighted at the Thailand RISE Fund Forum: RISE UP THAILAND, hosted in collaboration with Chulalongkorn University. The national forum brought together policymakers, researchers, industry leaders, and innovation stakeholders to explore how Thailand can strengthen its position in the global innovation economy. From Research Output to Real-World Impact Thailand’s research performance has expanded significantly over the past decade,…
Debut of the Hard Pure Gold & Hong Kong Watch Manufacturers Association pavilions, events deliver market insights The 42nd Hong Kong International Jewellery Show, organised by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC), opens today at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre (HKCEC) and runs for five consecutive days until 8 March. It is held concurrently with the 12th Hong Kong International Diamond, Gem & Pearl Show which opened on Monday (2 March) at AsiaWorld-Expo and concludes on 6 March. The two shows bring together some 4,000 exhibitors from over 40 countries and regions, forming the world’s largest one-stop jewellery marketplace. Jenny Koo, Deputy…
Aiming to improve customer purchasing experience and reduce store operations using UWB communication TOKYO, Mar 4, 2026 – (JCN Newswire) – JCB Co., Ltd. (JCB), together with Resona Holdings, Inc. (Resona), announced the start of a project to commercialize ultra-wideband (UWB) payments that realize a new purchasing experience using UWB communication. The two companies have agreed to launch the world’s first full-scale project for the practical application and commercialization of UWB payments. In 2026, JCB will work with multiple technology partners and collaborating merchants to demonstrate payment technology and value-added solutions for merchants, as well as user experience building projects to…
The seamless application on substrates with complex shapes will improve semiconductor performance through enhanced miniaturization of semiconductor wiring and greater integration for various types of chips TOKYO, Mar 3, 2026 – (JCN Newswire) – TANAKA PRECIOUS METAL TECHNOLOGIES Co., Ltd. (Head office: Chuo-ku, Tokyo; Representative Director & CEO: Koichiro Tanaka), a company engaged in the industrial precious metals business of TANAKA, today announced a gold bump*1 transfer technology for the sintered gold (Au) bonding technology “AuRoFUSE™ Preforms.” This technology allows AuRoFUSE™ Preforms (gold bumps) to be formed even on semiconductor chips and substrates*2 with complex structures. Gold bump transfer substrate produced Gold bumps…
New approach shifts planning from reactive processes to AI-driven decision intelligence OMP, a leading provider of AI-powered supply chain planning solutions, launches Unison Decision-Centric Planning, a new approach that helps organizations move from reactive, process-driven planning to proactive, event-driven decision-making. Built on OMP’s flagship Unison Planning™ platform, Unison Decision-Centric Planning combines advanced AI, autonomous agents, real-time scenario modeling, and human validation to accelerate decision velocity. The approach enables organizations to anticipate disruption, evaluate trade-offs, and act with confidence in increasingly volatile supply chain environments. From reactive to proactive supply chain planning Traditional planning cycles are often too slow to keep pace with today’s volatility. Unison…
MMG Limited (MMG, HKG: 1208) has today announced its 2025 Annual Results, delivering record revenue and profit. The exceptional result reflects disciplined operational and financial management, supported by favourable commodity prices. Watch the Message from CEO: https://drive.google.com/file/d/17KFqXpd_2sjdZDKfBBMBv1ee09Zic-e6/view’usp=drive_link Safety is MMG’s first value and the Company recorded a Total Recordable Injury Frequency (TRIF) of 2.06 per million hours worked for the full year 2025. The Significant Events with Energy Exchange Frequency (SEEEF) was 0.80 per million hours worked, up slightly from 0.78 per million hours worked in 2024. Total earnings reached record highs. EBITDA rose to US$3,412.1 million, while EBIT increased…
On 02 March 2026, Concord New Energy Group (CNE Group) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) in Singapore with Bridge Data Centres (BDC), a portfolio company of Bain Capital. Under the MOU, the parties will jointly explore diversified energy supply pathways integrating renewable energy and hydrogen solutions on a global basis to support the low-carbon transformation of data centre infrastructure. The collaboration includes the development of Singapore’s first barge-based hydrogen power generation solution designed specifically for artificial intelligence (AI) digital infrastructure. The partnership will encompass hydrogen power pathway studies, system integration design, energy storage deployment assessments, and optimization of power…
– First glucokinase-activator (GKA) approval outside mainland China – Approval supports a differentiated approach to Type 2 diabetes (T2D) management – Hong Kong will serve as Hua Medicine’s launchpad for international market expansion Hua Medicine (the Company, Hong Kong Stock Exchange Stock Code: 2552.HK) announced today that its global first-in-class glucokinase activator (GKA) dorzagliatin (Trade name: MYHOMSIS(R)) has been approved for marketing by the Pharmaceutical Service of the Department of Health of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region of China for the treatment of Type 2 diabetes in adults. Under Hong Kong’s “1+” pharmaceutical regulatory innovation mechanism, the approval follows…
Pacific Avenue Capital Partners (Pacific Avenue), a Los Angeles-headquartered private equity firm focused on corporate carve-outs and other complex transactions in the middle market, today announced that an affiliate of Pacific Avenue has entered into an agreement to acquire Care.com from IAC Inc. (NASDAQ:IAC). Care.com is a leading platform and brand in the growing $400 billion market for family care, anchored by the largest online network of background-checked child and senior caregivers in the U.S. Care.com operates both a scaled consumer marketplace and an enterprise benefits platform. Since 2007, more than 45 million people have turned to Care.com to find…
Accounts payable automation company Lessn today announced that it exceeded $100 million being transacted on its platform in February 2026 within its first year of operations, as the company considers a new investment round. The platform’s accounts payable technology links to medium to large owner-operators businesses’ accounting systems, typically Xero or MYOB, with funding sources such as rewards cards and bank-to-bank. Its system allows companies to improve cash flow, earn rewards and take advantage of pay-early discounts whilst maximising accuracy, automation and security for accounts teams. Clients include medical centres, real estate and construction businesses along with high net worth…
NPV: After-tax NPV(5%) of C$6.73 billion and IRR of 23% at Consensus Metal Prices After-tax NPV(5%) of C$13.53 billion and IRR of 39% at Spot Metal Prices. NPV Including scandium and the associated processing circuit: After-tax NPV(5%) of C$6.94 billion an IRR of 19% at Consensus Metal Prices After-tax NPV(5%) of C$14.52 billion and IRR of 32% at Spot Metal Prices. Doubleview Gold Corp (TSXV: DBG) (OTCQB: DBLVF) (FSE: 1D4) (“Doubleview” or the “Company”) is pleased to announce the results of its Preliminary Economic Assessment (PEA) of its 100%-owned polymetallic Hat porphyry project (“Hat” or “the Project”), in northwestern British…
Radisson Mining Resources Inc. (TSXV: RDS) (OTCQB: RMRDF) (“Radisson” or the “Company”) is pleased to report an updated Mineral Resource Estimate (“MRE”) at its 100%-owned O’Brien Gold Project (“O’Brien” or the “Project”) located in the Abitibi region of Quebec. The Company is currently undertaking a fully-funded 140,000-metre step-out drill program at the Project with the objective of determining the scope of mineralization to a depth of 2 kilometres. This program commenced in 2025 and is expected to continue through the first half of 2027. Today’s updated MRE is an interim report that demonstrates the impact of recent drilling successes completed…
The Shang Residence is a freehold residential project comprising 449 exclusive units in Kuchai Lama, an established residential township in Kuala Lumpur with existing amenities, schools, and healthcare facilities. Within walking distance to the proposed MRT Line 3 (Jalan Klang Lama Station), The Shang Residence is also minutes from lifestyle and retail hubs such as Mid Valley Megamall, Bangsar South, and KL Eco City, with convenient access via major highways such as NPE, KESAS, MEX, and the Federal Highway. Positioned as a modern urban sanctuary designed for multi-generational families, The Shang Residence has resort-inspired lifestyle facilities and communal spaces including…
The twin shows reinforce their position as the world’s largest one-stop jewellery marketplace Organised by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC), the 12th Hong Kong International Diamond, Gem & Pearl Show opens today and will run for five consecutive days at AsiaWorld-Expo. The 42nd Hong Kong International Jewellery Show will be held from 4–8 March at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre (HKCEC) in Wan Chai. Jenny Koo, Deputy Executive Director of the HKTDC, said: “As the world’s largest one-stop jewellery marketplace, the HKTDC’s twin jewellery shows return under ‘Two Shows, Two Venues’ format, presenting an extensive spectrum of product categories. These include diamonds,…