Børge Brende is resigning from his position as president and CEO, following examination of his connections to the deceased financier Jeffrey Epstein."I am thankful for the remarkable cooperation with my colleagues, partners, and constituents, and I feel the present time is appropriate for the Forum to proceed with its vital mission free from disruptions," Brende stated.According to disclosures from the U.S. Justice Department, Brende participated in three business meals with Epstein and communicated with him via email and text messages."Given these contacts, the Governing Board asked the Audit and Risk Committee to examine the issue, which later opted to commence an independent investigation," the WEF said in a statement earlier this month. "This action highlights the Forum's dedication to openness and upholding its integrity."In the announcement regarding Brende's exit, the organization noted, "The independent review carried out by external legal counsel is now complete. The results indicated no further issues beyond those already made public."On behalf of the board of trustees, WEF co-chairs André Hoffmann and Larry Fink stated they wished "to convey our genuine gratitude for Børge Brende's substantial contributions to the World Economic Forum.""His commitment and guidance have been crucial during a key phase of organizational reforms, resulting in a prosperous annual meeting in Davos. We respect his choice to resign," they said."We are happy to declare that Alois Zwinggi will act as Interim President and CEO and anticipate his ongoing cooperation and alliance moving forward," Hoffmann and Fink continued. "The Board of Trustees will manage the leadership changeover, which includes the strategy to conduct a suitable search for a permanent replacement."Brende claimed in a statement, as reported by Reuters, that he first encountered Epstein at a dinner to which he was invited by former Norwegian Deputy Prime Minister Terje Rod-Larsen.According to the news agency, Brende said he subsequently attended two more comparable dinners involving Epstein and that these meals, along with "a small number of emails and text messages," represented the entirety of his contact with Epstein."I had no knowledge whatsoever of Epstein's history and illegal actions," Brende stated, according to the report."If I had been aware of his background, I would have turned down the first invitation from Rod-Larsen and any later dinner invites or other correspondence," he said.
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India and Israel Elevate Ties to ‘Special Strategic Partnership’ Status During Modi’s Visit
India and Israel announced they have established a "special strategic partnership" on Thursday following the signing of 16 new agreements, per a joint statement from the two nations.Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi met with the Israeli Prime Minister in Israel this week. Representatives from both countries held working meetings during the week to discuss agreements covering security, agriculture, water, development and labor."This is an amazing visit—an amazing conclusion to an amazing visit," Netanyahu said alongside Modi. "It was short, but extraordinarily productive and also deeply moving.""The future belongs to and Israel and India are focused on innovation. We are proud ancient civilizations, very proud of our past, but also completely determined to seize our future and we can do it better together," he added.The two countries ultimately signed 16 agreements spanning areas including artificial intelligence, cultural exchange, agriculture and energy, with Netanyahu noting they are still working on a more "concrete" agreement."This friendship is built on a deep foundation of democratic and human values," Modi said, as translated by Israel's . "Our ties have stood the test of time. Today we made a historic decision to elevate our longstanding partnership to a special strategic partnership, symbolizing the aspirations of our two peoples."The upgraded relationship comes as the U.S. and Israel have escalated tensions with Iran. The U.S. has carried out a massive military buildup in the region, and Netanyahu discussed Iran with President during a White House visit earlier this month.Trump said Wednesday he wants to resolve tensions with Iran through diplomacy, but also accused Tehran of expanding its missile capabilities."They’ve already developed missiles that can threaten Europe and our overseas bases," he said. "And they’re working to build missiles that will soon reach the United States of America.""My preference is to solve this problem through diplomacy," Trump added. "They want to make a deal. But we haven’t heard those secret words: we will never have a .""But one thing is certain, I will never allow the world’s number one sponsor of terror… to have a nuclear weapon. Can’t let that happen."Efrat Lachter contributed to this report.
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Taliban Appoints First Envoy to India Amid Shifting Regional Alliances and Tensions
Nearly five years after the Taliban’s takeover of Afghanistan, Kabul has appointed its first envoy, marking a significant milestone in diplomatic engagement between the two countries. Noor Ahmad Noor, a Taliban-appointed diplomat, has assumed the role of Chargé d’Affaires at the Afghan Embassy in New Delhi, the first such posting to India since the Taliban returned to power over four years ago. This move is the latest step in fostering goodwill as India’s role in Afghanistan evolves. The renewed political and economic engagement with the Taliban occurs amid [a situation] between Afghanistan and Pakistan, which has pushed the relations between the two neighboring countries to a perilously low point. Just this week, tensions flared up again following a new round of deadly strikes and clashes. Nuclear-armed India wasted no time in strongly condemning Islamabad over the attacks and voiced support for Kabul’s sovereignty. Against this backdrop of ongoing hostilities, India stands out as a country that has much to gain. Experts say India’s realignment with the Taliban reflects a pragmatic policy aimed at countering Pakistani influence while safeguarding its own long-term security interests in the region. "This is a classic case of ‘the enemy of my enemy is my friend,’" Sid Dubey, a visiting professor at Bennet University in India, said. "The only thing the two parties mutually align on is Pakistan and the enmity both have toward the [something]." Kabul’s rapidly deteriorating relationship with Islamabad plays a major role in India’s calculations. For decades, Pakistan sought what it called "strategic depth" in Afghanistan, backing Taliban factions to ensure a friendly government in Kabul. But now, as frictions rise over border disputes, closer coordination between India and Afghanistan tests Pakistan’s ability to manage tensions on multiple fronts. At the same time, analysts say, it gives India the opportunity to expand its influence in the region at the expense of another rival, China. Furthermore, Pakistan acts as a buffer between India and Afghanistan, making the strategic alignment between New Delhi and Kabul particularly significant. "Afghanistan is cursed by its geography and proximity to foreign powers that will always meddle," Dubey explained as regional fault lines continue to sharpen. "And with virtually no American influence on the Taliban government anymore, Delhi feels secure in proceeding with its own India-centric Afghan policy." Like most other countries, India does not formally recognize the Taliban regime in Afghanistan. Nevertheless, both nations have been taking a series of quiet but significant steps to deepen ties. Over the last year, several high-level diplomatic interactions have been billed as groundbreaking. Cooperation has expanded across the board, from healthcare and [something] to cultural exchanges and economic projects. Dubey claimed there’s another big reason for Delhi’s push. "India supports all this in the hope or understanding that one day, if needed, India can use Afghanistan as a platform to strike Pakistan." For its part, Kabul is embracing this new era of cooperation, hailing the stronger ties with India while Pakistan views these developments with deep suspicion. Engagement with India also offers the Taliban a measure of legitimacy on the world stage. As Dubey noted, Afghanistan remains one of the poorest and least developed countries in the world, heavily dependent on external assistance, making India’s aid extremely beneficial. If sustained, India’s growing engagement with the Taliban could reshape changing regional dynamics. A weakened Pakistan-Taliban relationship undercuts Islamabad’s long-standing leverage in Kabul, altering the formerly established balance of power. It also complicates [something] as Beijing weighs its own security concerns. Looking further ahead, if Washington again expands its involvement in Afghanistan, New Delhi could serve as a key intermediary given that U.S.-India ties are also on an upward trajectory.
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Casa Minerals Announces 2026 Aggressive Exploration Plans for Congress Gold Mine and Arsenault Projects
Vancouver, British Columbia--(ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com - February 26, 2026) - Casa Minerals Inc. (TSXV: CASA) (OTCQB: CASXF) (FSE: 0CM) (the "Company" or "Casa") is pleased to provide a corporate update and announce its plans for an expanded exploration program in 2026 across its mineral properties in Arizona, USA and British Columbia, Canada.2026 EXPLORATION STRATEGYIn response to strengthening global demand for resources and commodities, Casa is advancing aggressive exploration and development plans for its key mineral assets:Congress Gold Mine Project (Arizona, USA) - Advanced exploration and development targeting gold, silver, and copper mineralizationArsenault Gold-Copper Project (British Columbia, Canada) - Copper-gold-silver exploration with advanced geophysical targetingThe Company's strategic positioning with projects spanning two jurisdictions provides operational flexibility to maintain active exploration programs throughout the year across multiple properties.CONGRESS GOLD MINE PROJECT UPDATEThe Congress Gold Mine, historically one of Arizona's largest gold-silver producers, represents an advanced exploration opportunity with substantial historic production data.Historic Resource Context:Historic operators reported resource estimates and production figures for the Congress Gold Mine. These historic estimates are disclosed solely for context and have not been verified by a current Qualified Person. The historic estimates do not conform to current NI 43-101 standards, are not classified as current mineral resources or mineral reserves, and should not be relied upon. A qualified person has not done sufficient work to classify the historic estimates as current mineral resources or mineral reserves, and Casa is not treating the historic estimates as current mineral resources or mineral reserves.Previous operators including Echo Bay Mines reported estimates in the range of 400,000 to 500,000 tons at grades of approximately 0.3 opt (9.33 g/t) gold in certain zones. The mine historically produced approximately 400,000 to 500,000 ounces of gold during intermittent operations through 1992.2026 Exploration Objectives:Casa's 2026 program at Congress aims to:Conduct systematic drilling to bring the project and its extended potential mineralization to NI 43-101 compliant resource standardsBuild upon the Company's confirmatory drill programs that have validated portions of the historic dataDefine a clear pathway for rapid resource definition and project advancementExpand exploration in priority target areas identified through compilation of historic data and recent drillingThe Company's confirmatory drilling to date, combined with extensive historic data compilation, has established a framework for systematic resource delineation in accordance with modern standards.ARSENAULT PROJECT UPDATEThe Arsenault copper-gold-silver project in northern British Columbia has advanced significantly following the completion of a state-of-the-art 3D Induced Polarization (IP) geophysical survey in 2025.2025 3D IP Survey Results:The recently completed 3D ground-based IP survey has generated compelling geophysical signatures that management, with extensive experience in similar geological settings, considers highly prospective. Key highlights include:Significant chargeability anomalies indicating potential sulphide mineralizationThree-dimensional geophysical signatures with substantial scale and continuityStrong correlation with previous airborne electromagnetic survey results from 2017Multiple high-priority drill targets identifiedThe IP survey covered approximately 12 square kilometers with 60 km of survey lines utilizing high-density data acquisition with state-of-the-art instrumentation.2026 Exploration Plans:Detailed exploration planning is underway for both properties. The Company anticipates releasing comprehensive technical details and specific program parameters for the Congress and Arsenault projects in follow-up news releases as planning is finalized.MANAGEMENT COMMENTARY"Casa is well-positioned to capitalize on the strengthening commodities market with two highly prospective projects at different stages of advancement," stated Farshad Shirvani, President and CEO. "At Congress, we have a clear path forward to define resources to modern standards on a historically productive gold system. At Arsenault, our recent geophysical work has identified compelling drill targets with signatures our team has successfully followed to discovery in similar settings. We look forward to an active 2026 field season across both properties."QUALIFIED PERSONMr. Erik Ostensoe, P.Geo., a Director and Chief Geologist of the Company, a Qualified Person as defined by National Instrument 43-101, has reviewed and approved the scientific and technical disclosure in this news release.ABOUT CASA MINERALS INC.Casa Minerals Inc. is a mineral exploration company focused on gold, copper, and strategic minerals exploration in North America. The Company holds a 90% interest in the historic Congress Gold Mine in Arizona and is advancing multiple projects in British Columbia, including the Arsenault copper-gold-silver project. Casa's experienced management team is committed to creating shareholder value through the discovery and development of economic mineral deposits.For more information, please visit: www.casaminerals.comON BEHALF OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORSFarshad Shirvani, M.Sc. GeologyPresident, CEO and DirectorFor more information, please contact:Casa Minerals Inc.Farshad Shirvani, President & CEOPhone: (604) 678-9587Email: contact@casaminerals.comCAUTIONARY NOTE REGARDING FORWARD-LOOKING STATEMENTSThis news release contains "forward-looking information" within the meaning of applicable Canadian securities legislation. Forward-looking information includes, but is not limited to, statements regarding: the Company's exploration plans and programs for 2026; anticipated drilling activities at the Congress and Arsenault projects; expectations regarding resource definition; the potential to advance projects to NI 43-101 compliant standards; interpretations of geophysical data; mineralization potential; and the impact of commodity market conditions on the Company's strategy.Forward-looking information is based on the opinions and estimates of management at the date the information is made and is subject to a variety of risks and uncertainties and other factors that could cause actual events or results to differ materially from those anticipated. Such factors include, without limitation: uncertainties regarding exploration results; risks related to the accuracy and completeness of historic data; variations in mineralization and grade; the speculative nature of mineral exploration; challenges in obtaining required permits and approvals; fluctuations in commodity prices; availability of financing; changes in economic and market conditions; environmental and regulatory risks; operating hazards; and other risks inherent in the mineral exploration industry.Although the Company has attempted to identify important factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those contained in forward-looking information, there may be other factors that cause results not to be as anticipated, estimated or intended. There can be no assurance that such information will prove to be accurate, as actual results and future events could differ materially from those anticipated in such information. 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 THE POLICIES OF THE TSX VENTURE EXCHANGE) ACCEPTS RESPONSIBILITY FOR THE ADEQUACY OR ACCURACY OF THIS RELEASE.To view the source version of this press release, please visit https://www.newsfilecorp.com/release/285438 Copyright 2026 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com
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Mitomo Semicon Engineering to Change Company Name
TOKYO, Feb 26, 2026 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Mitomo Semicon Engineering Co., Ltd., a subsidiary of EEJA Ltd. (Head office: Chuo-ku, Tokyo; CEO: Akihiko Domae), which operates TANAKA’s plating business, announces that it will change its company name effective April 1, 2026, as outlined below.Details of the company name changeCurrent name: Mitomo Semicon Engineering Co., Ltd.New name: EEJA Technologies Ltd.Mitomo Semicon Engineering is engaged in the design, manufacture, and sale of plating equipment for semiconductors and electronic components. With this company name change, the company will further strengthen collaboration with EEJA, which provides plating chemicals and processes, and will offer enhanced value to customers through total solutions that integrate plating chemicals, equipment, and process design.Company name: Mitomo Semicon Engineering Co., Ltd.(New company name: EEJA Technologies Ltd.)CEOToshio KuzushimaEstablished1976CapitalJPY 100 millionEmployees47 (January 1, 2026)SalesJPY 2,925,911,000 (FY2024)Main businessesManufacture and sales of plating equipment for semiconductors and electronic components Company name: EEJA Ltd.CEOAkihiko DomaeEstablished1965CapitalJPY 100 millionEmployees133 (including overseas subsidiaries) (December 31, 2024)SalesJPY 29,957,393,000 (FY2024)Main businessesDevelopment, manufacture, sales, and export of precious metal and base metal plating chemicals, additives, and surface treatment-related chemicals Company name: TANAKA PRECIOUS METAL GROUP Co., Ltd.Headquarters2-6-6 Nihonbashi Kayabacho, Chuo-ku, TokyoRepresentativeKoichiro Tanaka, Group CEOFounded1885Incorporated2024CapitalJPY 100 millionEmployees in consolidated group5,591 (December 31, 2024)Net sales of consolidated groupJPY 846,921 million (FY2024)Main businesses of the groupCompany responsible for management of TANAKAWebsitehttps://www.tanaka.co.jp/english (TANAKA Corporate Website) About TANAKASince its foundation in 1885, TANAKA has built a portfolio of products to support a diversified range of business uses focused on precious metals. TANAKA is a leader in Japan regarding the volume of precious metals it handles. Over many years, TANAKA has manufactured and sold precious metal products for industry and provided precious metals in such forms as jewelry and assets. As precious metals specialists, all Group companies in Japan and worldwide collaborate on manufacturing, sales, and technology development to offer a full range of products and services. With 5,591 employees, the group’s consolidated net sales for the fiscal year ended December 2024 were 846.9 billion yen.TANAKA PRECIOUS METAL GROUP Co., Ltd.TANAKA Corporate Websitehttps://www.tanaka.co.jp/english/Press inquiriesTANAKA PRECIOUS METAL GROUP Co., Ltd.https://www.tanaka.co.jp/support/req/other_contact_e/index.htmlPress Release: https://www.acnnewswire.com/docs/files/20260226_EN.pdf Copyright 2026 JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.jcnnewswire.com
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Truecaller Partners with AnyMind Group to Expand Direct Sales Footprint Across MENA and Southeast Asia
KUALA LUMPUR, Feb 26, 2026 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Truecaller, the leading global communications platform, today announced a strategic direct sales reseller partnership with AnyMind Group, a Business-Process-as-a-Service company for marketing, e-commerce and digital transformation. The collaboration is aimed at accelerating the growth of Truecaller’s direct advertising business across the Middle East & North Africa (MENA) and Southeast Asia (SEA) regions. Under this partnership, AnyMind Group will serve as the exclusive intermediary for Truecaller’s advertising inventory across Egypt, UAE, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Israel, Ghana, Nigeria, Morocco, Malaysia, Singapore and Vietnam. The scope of the partnership is focused specifically on enabling brands and agencies to leverage Truecaller’s premium ad formats to reach highly engaged, high-intent users through relevant, data-driven advertising solutions. With a strong on-ground presence and established relationships with leading advertisers and agencies across MENA and SEA markets, AnyMind Group brings deep regional expertise that will support the scaling of Truecaller’s advertising footprint locally. The partnership is designed to empower brands with impactful placements on Truecaller’s trusted communications platform, helping drive meaningful engagement with users in these fast-growing digital economies. Truecaller continues to see strong user adoption across MENA and Southeast Asia, presenting advertisers with significant opportunities to connect with audiences in trusted, brand-safe environments. By combining Truecaller’s global scale, proprietary data capabilities, and premium ad formats with AnyMind Group’s local market leadership and execution strength, the partnership aims to unlock the full monetization potential of Truecaller’s ad inventory in these regions. Commenting on the partnership, Hemant Arora, Vice President & Global Head Truecaller Ads Business, said, “As Truecaller continues to expand its global advertising business, partnerships with strong regional players like AnyMind Group are critical to delivering localized expertise and measurable outcomes for advertisers. MENA and Southeast Asia represent high-growth markets with evolving digital maturity, and through this collaboration, we aim to bring brands closer to consumers via trusted and contextual communication experiences on our platform.” Aditya Aima, Managing Director, Growth Markets; Co-MD, India and MENA from AnyMind Group added, “We are excited to partner with Truecaller to open its inventory to brands across MENA and Southeast Asia. With Truecaller’s scale and trusted user ecosystem, combined with our market depth and networks, we see strong potential to drive more relevant, high-impact advertising outcomes for advertisers looking to deepen engagement in these dynamic markets.” This collaboration marks an important milestone in Truecaller’s broader international expansion strategy, focused on building strong local partnerships to deliver measurable value to advertisers while driving sustainable revenue growth across emerging markets. About AnyMind Group Founded in April 2016, AnyMind Group [TSE:5027] is a Business-Process-as-a-Service company for marketing, e-commerce and digital transformation. The company provides end-to- end offerings to brands and businesses, publishers and influencers for digital commerce, marketing, logistics, customer engagement, data and AI utilization, publisher monetization and creator monetization. AnyMind Group has over 2,000 staff across 24 offices in 15 markets, including Singapore, Thailand, Indonesia, Vietnam, Cambodia, Malaysia, the Philippines, Hong Kong, Taiwan, Mainland China, Japan, India, the United Arab Emirates, South Korea, and Saudi Arabia. As of September 2025, the company serves over 1,000 enterprises for marketing, 190+enterprises for e-commerce, 1,800+ publishers and 2,100+ creators. More information is available on the company’s investor disclosure site. About Truecaller and Truecaller Ads Truecaller is an essential part of everyday communication for over 450 million active users, with more than a billion downloads since launch and 68 billion spam and fraud calls identified in 2025 alone. The company has been headquartered in Stockholm since 2009 and has been publicly listed on Nasdaq Stockholm since October 2021. Advertising is the primary revenue stream for Truecaller. Truecaller Ads serves 5 billion impressions every day and is trusted by over 10,000 brands.Visit advertisers.truecaller.com for more information. Copyright 2026 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com
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During training in the Philippines, a US military aircraft was involved in an ‘incident’, and service members were sent for treatment
According to a report, an aircraft crashed into a concrete barrier while attempting to take off from a Philippine roadway, and officials confirmed that American service members on board were injured.The U.S. Indo - Pacific Command confirmed in a statement to Digital that the incident occurred on Tuesday in [location] while the aircraft was conducting training."Two service members were taken to a medical facility for treatment," the statement said. "One of them has been discharged, while the other is still under medical care and in stable condition. No civilians were hurt."The command stated that the incident is currently being investigated.The Associated Press reported, citing a local police report, that the accident took place during contingency training on a bypass road in Laoac town.Philippine officials told the outlet that the aircraft had landed successfully but deviated from its course during takeoff and hit a concrete barrier.Reportedly, Philippine officials said that the training exercise, which was fully coordinated with local civilian, police, and military authorities, was designed to prepare forces for emergencies when traditional runways are unusable due to [reasons] or earthquakes.U.S. forces often deploy aircraft in the Philippines to provide humanitarian relief after natural disasters. The 1999 Visiting Forces Agreement allows U.S. troops to train with Filipino forces.This incident occurs when tensions in the region are high, especially in the South China Sea, where China and the Philippines have had disputes over territory.The U.S. has reaffirmed that it would defend the Philippines under a mutual defense treaty if its forces were attacked.
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U.S. Polo Assn. Returns as Official Apparel and Jersey Sponsor of the 2026 Dubai Polo Gold Cup for Third Consecutive Year
WEST PALM BEACH, FL and DUBAI, UAE, Feb 26, 2026 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - U.S. Polo Assn., the official sports brand of the United States Polo Association (USPA), proudly served as the Official Apparel and Jersey Sponsor of the 2026 Dubai Polo Gold Cup, held January 28 through February 14 at the renowned Al Habtoor Polo Club in Dubai, United Arab Emirates.Dubai Wolves by Thera with their trophy on stage at the Dubai Polo Gold Cup 2026 at the Al Habtoor Polo Club (Photo Credit: Margarita Crotto)Now marking its third consecutive year supporting the prestigious tournament, U.S. Polo Assn. provided custom performance jerseys to participating teams, apparel for event staff, and exclusive player prizes for the finalists. Spectators joined in the excitement during the traditional divot stomp with a special U.S. Polo Assn. cap giveaway, adding a spirited fan moment to the two-week competition in the UAE.The 2026 Dubai Polo Gold Cup Final delivered an electrifying showdown of world-renowned players as the Dubai Wolves by Thera defeated the reigning champion, UAE Polo Team, 11-8 to claim the coveted trophy. The Teams were Habtoor Al Habtoor, Cesar Crespo, Félix Esain, and Santiago Laborde on the Dubai Wolves by Thera Team; and Her Highness Sheikha Maitha Bint Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Salvador Jauretche, Lucas Monteverde Jr., and Rosendo Torreguitar on the UAE Polo Team. Félix Esain from the Dubai Wolves by Thera was named Most Valuable Player for his standout performance while Only Caravina, also ridden by Esain, earned Best Playing Pony, highlighting the exceptional athletic caliber that defines this tournament."U.S. Polo Assn.'s continued partnership with the Dubai Polo Gold Cup as the Official Apparel and Jersey Sponsor reflects who we are as a global sports brand," said J. Michael Prince, President and CEO of USPA Global, the company that manages and markets the multi-billion-dollar U.S. Polo Assn. brand globally. "Supporting the UAE's premier high-goal tournament allows our brand to engage directly with the robust polo community in one of our most important growth markets while reinforcing the credibility and authenticity that defines U.S. Polo Assn."As one of the leading destinations for the sport of polo in the Middle East, Dubai is a strategic market for U.S. Polo Assn., which continues to expand its retail footprint across the UAE. With a strong and growing presence in the region and additional store openings planned in the coming years, the brand's alignment with the Dubai Polo Gold Cup underscores its genuine ties to the sport and strengthens consumer engagement in a key global market.Founded in 2009 by Mohammed Al Habtoor under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Maktoum bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Deputy Ruler of Dubai, the Dubai Polo Gold Cup has grown into the UAE's premier high-goal polo tournament and a cornerstone of the region's international sport calendar. Hosted annually at Al Habtoor Polo Club, the event attracts elite players, distinguished guests, and global sports enthusiasts to one of the region's most iconic equestrian venues.The Dubai Polo Gold Cup once again blended world-class competition with Dubai's signature hospitality, offering guests an immersive sporting and lifestyle experience that reflects the elegance and energy of the UAE.About U.S. Polo Assn. and USPA GlobalU.S. Polo Assn. is the official sports brand of the United States Polo Association (USPA), the largest association of polo clubs and polo players in the United States, founded in 1890 and located in Wellington, Florida. With a multi-billion-dollar global footprint and worldwide distribution through more than 1,200 U.S. Polo Assn. retail stores as well as thousands of additional points of distribution, U.S. Polo Assn. offers apparel, accessories, and footwear for men, women, and children in more than 190 countries worldwide. The brand sponsors major polo events around the world, including the U.S. Open Polo Championship®, held annually at NPC in The Palm Beaches, the premier polo tournament in the United States. Historic deals with ESPN in the United States, TNT and Eurosport in Europe, and Star Sports in India now broadcast several of the premier polo championships in the world, sponsored by U.S. Polo Assn., making the thrilling sport accessible to millions of sports fans globally for the very first time.U.S. Polo Assn. has consistently been named one of the top global sports licensors in the world alongside the NFL, PGA Tour, and Formula 1, according to License Global. In addition, the sport-inspired brand is being recognized internationally with awards for global growth. Due to its tremendous success as a global brand, U.S. Polo Assn. has been featured in Forbes, Fortune, Modern Retail, and GQ as well as on Yahoo Finance and Bloomberg, among many other noteworthy media sources around the world. For more information, visit uspoloassnglobal.com and follow @uspoloassn.USPA Global is a subsidiary of the United States Polo Association (USPA) and manages the multi-billion-dollar sports brand, U.S. Polo Assn. USPA Global also manages the subsidiary, Global Polo, which is the worldwide leader in polo sport content. To learn more, visit globalpolo.com or Global Polo on YouTube.For Additional Information, Contact:Stacey Kovalsky - VP, Global PR and CommunicationsPhone +001.561.790.8036 - E-mail: skovalsky@uspagl.comShannon Stilson - VP, Sports Marketing and MediaPhone +001.561.227.6994 - E-mail: sstilson@uspagl.comSOURCE: U.S. Polo Assn. Copyright 2026 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com
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Truecaller Partners with AnyMind Group to Expand Direct Sales Footprint Across MENA and Southeast Asia
Jakarta, Indonesia, Feb 26, 2026 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Truecaller, the leading global communications platform, today announced a strategic direct sales reseller partnership with AnyMind Group, a Business-Process-as-a-Service company for marketing, e-commerce and digital transformation. The collaboration is aimed at accelerating the growth of Truecaller’s direct advertising business across the Middle East & North Africa (MENA) and Southeast Asia (SEA) regions. Under this partnership, AnyMind Group will serve as the exclusive intermediary for Truecaller’s advertising inventory across Egypt, UAE, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Israel, Ghana, Nigeria, Morocco, Malaysia, Singapore and Vietnam. The scope of the partnership is focused specifically on enabling brands and agencies to leverage Truecaller’s premium ad formats to reach highly engaged, high-intent users through relevant, data-driven advertising solutions. With a strong on-ground presence and established relationships with leading advertisers and agencies across MENA and SEA markets, AnyMind Group brings deep regional expertise that will support the scaling of Truecaller’s advertising footprint locally. The partnership is designed to empower brands with impactful placements on Truecaller’s trusted communications platform, helping drive meaningful engagement with users in these fast-growing digital economies. Truecaller continues to see strong user adoption across MENA and Southeast Asia, presenting advertisers with significant opportunities to connect with audiences in trusted, brand-safe environments. By combining Truecaller’s global scale, proprietary data capabilities, and premium ad formats with AnyMind Group’s local market leadership and execution strength, the partnership aims to unlock the full monetization potential of Truecaller’s ad inventory in these regions. Commenting on the partnership, Hemant Arora, Vice President & Global Head Truecaller Ads Business, said, “As Truecaller continues to expand its global advertising business, partnerships with strong regional players like AnyMind Group are critical to delivering localized expertise and measurable outcomes for advertisers. MENA and Southeast Asia represent high-growth markets with evolving digital maturity, and through this collaboration, we aim to bring brands closer to consumers via trusted and contextual communication experiences on our platform.” Aditya Aima, Managing Director, Growth Markets; Co-MD, India and MENA from AnyMind Group added, “We are excited to partner with Truecaller to open its inventory to brands across MENA and Southeast Asia. With Truecaller’s scale and trusted user ecosystem, combined with our market depth and networks, we see strong potential to drive more relevant, high-impact advertising outcomes for advertisers looking to deepen engagement in these dynamic markets.” This collaboration marks an important milestone in Truecaller’s broader international expansion strategy, focused on building strong local partnerships to deliver measurable value to advertisers while driving sustainable revenue growth across emerging markets. About AnyMind Group Founded in April 2016, AnyMind Group [TSE:5027] is a Business-Process-as-a-Service company for marketing, e-commerce and digital transformation. The company provides end-to- end offerings to brands and businesses, publishers and influencers for digital commerce, marketing, logistics, customer engagement, data and AI utilization, publisher monetization and creator monetization. AnyMind Group has over 2,000 staff across 24 offices in 15 markets, including Singapore, Thailand, Indonesia, Vietnam, Cambodia, Malaysia, the Philippines, Hong Kong, Taiwan, Mainland China, Japan, India, the United Arab Emirates, South Korea, and Saudi Arabia. As of September 2025, the company serves over 1,000 enterprises for marketing, 190+enterprises for e-commerce, 1,800+ publishers and 2,100+ creators. More information is available on the company’s investor disclosure site. About Truecaller and Truecaller Ads Truecaller is an essential part of everyday communication for over 450 million active users, with more than a billion downloads since launch and 68 billion spam and fraud calls identified in 2025 alone. The company has been headquartered in Stockholm since 2009 and has been publicly listed on Nasdaq Stockholm since October 2021. Advertising is the primary revenue stream for Truecaller. Truecaller Ads serves 5 billion impressions every day and is trusted by over 10,000 brands.Visit advertisers.truecaller.com for more information. Copyright 2026 JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.jcnnewswire.com
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Truecaller Partners with AnyMind Group to Expand Direct Sales Footprint Across MENA and Southeast Asia
Jakarta, Indonesia, Feb 26, 2026 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Truecaller, the leading global communications platform, today announced a strategic direct sales reseller partnership with AnyMind Group, a Business-Process-as-a-Service company for marketing, e-commerce and digital transformation. The collaboration is aimed at accelerating the growth of Truecaller’s direct advertising business across the Middle East & North Africa (MENA) and Southeast Asia (SEA) regions. Under this partnership, AnyMind Group will serve as the exclusive intermediary for Truecaller’s advertising inventory across Egypt, UAE, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Israel, Ghana, Nigeria, Morocco, Malaysia, Singapore and Vietnam. The scope of the partnership is focused specifically on enabling brands and agencies to leverage Truecaller’s premium ad formats to reach highly engaged, high-intent users through relevant, data-driven advertising solutions. With a strong on-ground presence and established relationships with leading advertisers and agencies across MENA and SEA markets, AnyMind Group brings deep regional expertise that will support the scaling of Truecaller’s advertising footprint locally. The partnership is designed to empower brands with impactful placements on Truecaller’s trusted communications platform, helping drive meaningful engagement with users in these fast-growing digital economies. Truecaller continues to see strong user adoption across MENA and Southeast Asia, presenting advertisers with significant opportunities to connect with audiences in trusted, brand-safe environments. By combining Truecaller’s global scale, proprietary data capabilities, and premium ad formats with AnyMind Group’s local market leadership and execution strength, the partnership aims to unlock the full monetization potential of Truecaller’s ad inventory in these regions. Commenting on the partnership, Hemant Arora, Vice President & Global Head Truecaller Ads Business, said, “As Truecaller continues to expand its global advertising business, partnerships with strong regional players like AnyMind Group are critical to delivering localized expertise and measurable outcomes for advertisers. MENA and Southeast Asia represent high-growth markets with evolving digital maturity, and through this collaboration, we aim to bring brands closer to consumers via trusted and contextual communication experiences on our platform.” Aditya Aima, Managing Director, Growth Markets; Co-MD, India and MENA from AnyMind Group added, “We are excited to partner with Truecaller to open its inventory to brands across MENA and Southeast Asia. With Truecaller’s scale and trusted user ecosystem, combined with our market depth and networks, we see strong potential to drive more relevant, high-impact advertising outcomes for advertisers looking to deepen engagement in these dynamic markets.” This collaboration marks an important milestone in Truecaller’s broader international expansion strategy, focused on building strong local partnerships to deliver measurable value to advertisers while driving sustainable revenue growth across emerging markets. About AnyMind Group Founded in April 2016, AnyMind Group [TSE:5027] is a Business-Process-as-a-Service company for marketing, e-commerce and digital transformation. The company provides end-to- end offerings to brands and businesses, publishers and influencers for digital commerce, marketing, logistics, customer engagement, data and AI utilization, publisher monetization and creator monetization. AnyMind Group has over 2,000 staff across 24 offices in 15 markets, including Singapore, Thailand, Indonesia, Vietnam, Cambodia, Malaysia, the Philippines, Hong Kong, Taiwan, Mainland China, Japan, India, the United Arab Emirates, South Korea, and Saudi Arabia. As of September 2025, the company serves over 1,000 enterprises for marketing, 190+enterprises for e-commerce, 1,800+ publishers and 2,100+ creators. More information is available on the company’s investor disclosure site. About Truecaller and Truecaller Ads Truecaller is an essential part of everyday communication for over 450 million active users, with more than a billion downloads since launch and 68 billion spam and fraud calls identified in 2025 alone. The company has been headquartered in Stockholm since 2009 and has been publicly listed on Nasdaq Stockholm since October 2021. Advertising is the primary revenue stream for Truecaller. Truecaller Ads serves 5 billion impressions every day and is trusted by over 10,000 brands.Visit advertisers.truecaller.com for more information. Copyright 2026 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com
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Truecaller Partners with AnyMind Group to Expand Direct Sales Footprint Across MENA and Southeast Asia
Singapore, Feb 26, 2026 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Truecaller, the leading global communications platform, today announced a strategic direct sales reseller partnership with AnyMind Group, a Business-Process-as-a-Service company for marketing, e-commerce and digital transformation. The collaboration is aimed at accelerating the growth of Truecaller’s direct advertising business across the Middle East & North Africa (MENA) and Southeast Asia (SEA) regions. Under this partnership, AnyMind Group will serve as the exclusive intermediary for Truecaller’s advertising inventory across Egypt, UAE, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Israel, Ghana, Nigeria, Morocco, Malaysia, Singapore and Vietnam. The scope of the partnership is focused specifically on enabling brands and agencies to leverage Truecaller’s premium ad formats to reach highly engaged, high-intent users through relevant, data-driven advertising solutions. With a strong on-ground presence and established relationships with leading advertisers and agencies across MENA and SEA markets, AnyMind Group brings deep regional expertise that will support the scaling of Truecaller’s advertising footprint locally. The partnership is designed to empower brands with impactful placements on Truecaller’s trusted communications platform, helping drive meaningful engagement with users in these fast-growing digital economies. Truecaller continues to see strong user adoption across MENA and Southeast Asia, presenting advertisers with significant opportunities to connect with audiences in trusted, brand-safe environments. By combining Truecaller’s global scale, proprietary data capabilities, and premium ad formats with AnyMind Group’s local market leadership and execution strength, the partnership aims to unlock the full monetization potential of Truecaller’s ad inventory in these regions. Commenting on the partnership, Hemant Arora, Vice President & Global Head Truecaller Ads Business, said, “As Truecaller continues to expand its global advertising business, partnerships with strong regional players like AnyMind Group are critical to delivering localized expertise and measurable outcomes for advertisers. MENA and Southeast Asia represent high-growth markets with evolving digital maturity, and through this collaboration, we aim to bring brands closer to consumers via trusted and contextual communication experiences on our platform.” Aditya Aima, Managing Director, Growth Markets; Co-MD, India and MENA from AnyMind Group added, “We are excited to partner with Truecaller to open its inventory to brands across MENA and Southeast Asia. With Truecaller’s scale and trusted user ecosystem, combined with our market depth and networks, we see strong potential to drive more relevant, high-impact advertising outcomes for advertisers looking to deepen engagement in these dynamic markets.” This collaboration marks an important milestone in Truecaller’s broader international expansion strategy, focused on building strong local partnerships to deliver measurable value to advertisers while driving sustainable revenue growth across emerging markets. About AnyMind Group Founded in April 2016, AnyMind Group [TSE:5027] is a Business-Process-as-a-Service company for marketing, e-commerce and digital transformation. The company provides end-to- end offerings to brands and businesses, publishers and influencers for digital commerce, marketing, logistics, customer engagement, data and AI utilization, publisher monetization and creator monetization. AnyMind Group has over 2,000 staff across 24 offices in 15 markets, including Singapore, Thailand, Indonesia, Vietnam, Cambodia, Malaysia, the Philippines, Hong Kong, Taiwan, Mainland China, Japan, India, the United Arab Emirates, South Korea, and Saudi Arabia. As of September 2025, the company serves over 1,000 enterprises for marketing, 190+enterprises for e-commerce, 1,800+ publishers and 2,100+ creators. More information is available on the company’s investor disclosure site. About Truecaller and Truecaller Ads Truecaller is an essential part of everyday communication for over 450 million active users, with more than a billion downloads since launch and 68 billion spam and fraud calls identified in 2025 alone. The company has been headquartered in Stockholm since 2009 and has been publicly listed on Nasdaq Stockholm since October 2021. Advertising is the primary revenue stream for Truecaller. Truecaller Ads serves 5 billion impressions every day and is trusted by over 10,000 brands.Visit advertisers.truecaller.com for more information. Copyright 2026 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com
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The University of Tokyo, NTT, and NEC demonstrate real-time augmented reality assistance made possible by integrating three newly proposed technologies on a 6G/IOWN platform to realize the widespread use of AI agents supporting safety and security
Highlights:Integration of the proposed technologies will help address the transmission and computational infrastructure challenges faced when implementing AI agents.This trial verified the effectiveness of optimizing the transmission and computational processing of high-volume data handled by AI agents.This initiative has been selected for exhibition at the Japan Pavilion at MWC 2026, where the research findings and underlying concept will be presented to an international audience.TOKYO, Japan, Feb 26, 2026 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - The Graduate School of Engineering, The University of Tokyo (Tokyo; Dean of the Graduate School of Engineering: Professor Yasuhiro Kato; Head of the Nakao Research Laboratory: Professor Akihiro Nakao; hereinafter "The University of Tokyo"), NTT, Inc. (Headquarters: Tokyo; President and CEO: Akira Shimada; hereinafter "NTT"), and NEC Corporation (Headquarters: Tokyo; President and CEO Takayuki Morita; hereinafter "NEC") have integrated three newly proposed technologies on a 6G(*1)/IOWN(*2) platform to realize the widespread use of AI agents(*3) supporting a safer and more secure society. Through this initiative, the three parties have combined streaming semantic communication technology(*4), AI-oriented media control technology(*5), and In-Network Computing (INC) architecture technology(*6) to optimize the high-volume data transmission and computational processing required for AI agents. The effectiveness of these technologies has been quantitatively verified through a trial, and plans are slated for this initiative to be showcased at the Mobile World Congress 2026 (MWC 2026) Japan Pavilion, where the research findings and underlying concept will be presented to an international audience.Figure 1. Overview of the technologies integrated on the 6G/IOWN platform1. Background and significance of this three-party collaborationInternational collaboration and global standardization are vital to the advancement of telecommunications, which serves as a universal platform accessible to anyone, anywhere in the world, and should therefore be considered from a global value perspective. In recent years, the importance of safety and security has grown, as both offer global value.To realize a safer and more secure society, the ability to quickly perceive and take appropriate action in response to disasters, accidents, cyberattacks, and other rapidly evolving situations is imperative. However, relying solely on personnel and predefined rules to respond to such situations has its limitations, making the use of AI essential. Utilizing AI agents enables autonomous, real-time perception of the situation at hand, helping to prevent potential damage and minimize the impact of any damage that does occur.Meanwhile, next-generation ICT infrastructure capable of processing and transmitting massive amounts of data with low latency and high reliability is vital to enhancing the functionality of AI agents.Against this backdrop, The University of Tokyo, NTT, and NEC—all three of which possess strengths in 6G and IOWN—have united under The University of Tokyo’s Social Cooperation Program to conduct research and development on 6G and IOWN platform technologies to realize AI agents supporting safety and security.2. Research backgroundWhile the use of AI in recent years has primarily centered on models that act based on human prompts, the utilization of AI agents capable of acting autonomously based on sensor data and other non-human-originated inputs without relying on specific instructions from human operators is expected to become increasingly common in the society of the future. In turn, these advancements will enable the realization of AI agents that support safety and security by continuously collecting and monitoring data from the surrounding environment and responding in real time when signs of abnormalities are detected.However, the expanded use of continuously operating AI agents will cause the amount of multimodal data(*7) to skyrocket, and existing ICT infrastructure is not equipped to support such a drastic increase in data due to the technological challenges listed below.(1) Insufficient wireless bandwidthContinuous transmission of vast amounts of data from countless sensors and devices makes it difficult to secure sufficient wireless bandwidth.(2) Increasing computational load due to round-the-clock AI processing of sensor dataIf all sensor data is continuously processed using computationally intensive AI, it will cause an excessive computational load, making it difficult to respond in real time.(3) Increasing computational load and power consumption with large-scale AILarge-scale AI is required to analyze a wide range of sensor data, thereby increasing the need for computational capabilities and electrical power.3. Technology highlightsIn this research, the three parties proposed the following technological approaches to resolve the aforementioned challenges.(1) Streaming semantic communication technology (The University of Tokyo)This applied form of semantic communication detects contextual changes and transmits only semantic differences, thereby reducing wireless communication resources dramatically.(2) AI-oriented media control technology (NEC)Assigning a data identifier to an AI agent and then selectively feeding only key sensor data to the AI agent reduces the computational resources required for inference. Learning inference results from the AI agent, the data identifier is able to identify critical sensor data.(3) In-Network Computing (INC) architecture technology (NTT)Rather than relying on a single massive AI model, highly efficient and reliable AI processing is made possible by combining small, specialized AI distributed across the network with external information sources.Figure 2. Technological challenges and the proposed approach4. Trial OverviewThis trial was conducted to verify the impact of the proposed technologies in terms of reducing latency through the improvement of transmission and computational processing efficiency, taking into account the characteristics of end-to-end latency(*8) (E2E latency) when using AI agents. In this trial, a video dataset including critical situations (60 seconds; 1,800 frames) was used to conduct a phase-by-phase evaluation of the configuration with which an AI agent processes video input from sensors. The intended use cases are scenarios requiring real-time performance where an AI agent continuously monitors the surroundings of a user wearing augmented reality (AR) glasses to identify environmental and contextual changes that can be used to predict and assess risk indicators.First, the latency characteristics in a configuration where all frames fed from a sensor were sequentially processed using AI were assessed as a preliminary evaluation. The results confirmed that processing wait time increases cumulatively with each frame, resulting in a tendency for E2E latency to build over time. This implies an increase in the amount of time it takes from the occurrence of a critical situation in front of the user until assessment results and guidance are provided, thus revealing that this could pose an issue in use cases involving real-time AR assistance.Next, on the basis of the results of the preliminary evaluation, a system configuration was assessed in which the proposed technology was applied in this trial. The evaluation confirmed that both communication traffic and computational load were reduced, and that E2E latency could be maintained at an almost constant level throughout the entire video stream. In addition, no tendency was observed for processing wait times to increase cumulatively. Furthermore, no degradation in AI inference accuracy was detected as a result of applying the proposed technology. These results demonstrate that, for this use case, which requires real-time performance, the proposed technology can stably reduce E2E latency while maintaining AI inference accuracy. Figure 3.1. Use of AR glasses in the trial Figure 3.2. AR glasses display5. Roles and Responsibilities(1) The University of Tokyo:Responsible for research and development of streaming semantic communication technology, primarily contributing to addressing technical challenges related to bandwidth constraints in wireless network segments.(2) NEC:Responsible for research and development of AI-oriented media control technology primarily contributing to addressing the technical challenge of increased computational load resulting from continuous AI processing of sensor data.(3) NTT:Responsible for research and development of In-Network Computing (INC) technology, primarily contributing to addressing technical challenges related to increased computational load and power consumption associated with the scaling of AI models.Through the interaction and integration of each party’s technologies, the collaboration has also enabled contributions to addressing additional technical challenges beyond their primary areas of responsibility.6. Future outlookThis initiative has been selected for exhibition at the Japan Pavilion at MWC 2026, where the research findings and underlying concept will be presented to an international audience.Going forward, with a view toward the social implementation of the research findings, the three parties will accelerate research and development aimed at realizing AI agents and next-generation ICT infrastructure that support safety and security.Notes:*1.6G6G (sixth-generation mobile communication systems) refers to next-generation mobile communication technologies currently under research as the successor to 5G. In addition to ultra-high speed, ultra-low latency, and high reliability, 6G is expected to provide a communications infrastructure designed to support massive device connectivity and AI-native applications.*2.IOWN (Innovative Optical and Wireless Network)The IOWN concept envisions a network and information processing infrastructure, including end devices, that optimizes both individuals and systems as a whole based on diverse information. By leveraging innovative technologies centered on optical communications, IOWN aims to provide ultra-high-speed, large-capacity communications and vast computational resources.*3.AI AgentAn AI agent is an AI technology that understands objectives based on surrounding conditions and input data, and autonomously makes decisions and takes actions to execute tasks. In addition to conventional AI systems that operate based on human-issued instructions (prompts), growing attention is being given to AI agents that continuously perceive and assess their environment using non-human-originated inputs, such as sensor data.*4.Streaming semantic communication technologySemantic communication is a communication method that focuses on the meaning and importance of data, extracting and compressing only the necessary information for transmission. Compared with conventional bit-level communication, it significantly reduces communication volume while efficiently transmitting information required for AI processing. Streaming semantic communication technology is an applied form of semantic communication that detects changes in surrounding context and transmits only semantic differences, thereby dramatically reducing communication resource usage in wireless segments.Related publication:Shota Ono, Akihiro Nakao, "Semantic Communication Scheme for Real-Time Video Streaming Considering Temporal Semantic Continuity," IEICE Technical Report, March 2026 (in Japanese).*5.AI-oriented media control technologyAI-oriented media control technology analyzes input data, such as sensor data and video, prior to AI processing and selectively filters it based on importance and necessity. This reduces the computational load required for AI inference, enabling improved real-time performance and more efficient use of computing resources.Related publication:K. Azuma, H. Itsumi and K. Nihei, "Similarity-based Frame Screening for Edge-Cloud In-Cabin Monitoring," In Proc. of 2026 IEEE 23rd Consumer Communications & Networking Conference (CCNC), Las Vegas, NV, USA, 2026.*6.In-Network Computing (INC) architecture technologyIn-Network Computing (INC) is an architecture that integrates computational functions, such as AI processing, within the core of mobile networks, allowing critical processing to be completed inside the network. By effectively utilizing distributed computing resources across devices, networks, and cloud systems, INC enables low-latency and highly reliable service delivery.Related publications:Kentaro Hayashi, Shiku Hirai, Tatsuya Matsukawa, and Hiroki Baba, "High-Speed End-to-End Information Synchronization and Collaboration Technology ‘In-Network Service Acceleration Platform’ for the 6G/IOWN Era," NTT Technical Journal, October 2024 (in Japanese).Kentaro Hayashi, Shota Ono, Tomonori Takeda, Akihiro Nakao, "Network and Cost-Aware Tool Selection System for MCP-Integrated LLM," IEICE Technical Report, December 2025. (in Japanese).Hiroki Baba, Kentaro Hayashi, Shiku Hirai and Tomonori Takeda, "Unified Control of Network and Compute Toward 6G In-Network Computing Service," In Proc. of 2026 IEEE 23rd Consumer Communications & Networking Conference (CCNC), Las Vegas, NV, USA, 2026.*7.Multimodal dataMultimodal data refers to data that combines multiple types (modalities) of information, such as video, audio, sensor data, and location information.*8.End-to-end latencyEnd-to-end latency refers to the total time required for data to be transmitted from the source, processed at the destination, and returned as a response. It includes both communication latency and computational processing latency, and is a critical metric for AI services that require real-time performance.About The University of TokyoThe University of Tokyo is Japan's leading university and one of the world's top research universities. The vast research output of some 6,000 researchers is published in the world's top journals across the arts and sciences. Our vibrant student body of around 15,000 undergraduate and 15,000 graduate students includes over 5,000 international students.About NTTNTT contributes to a sustainable society through the power of innovation. We are a leading global technology company providing services to consumers and businesses as a mobile operator, infrastructure, networks, applications, and consulting provider. Our offerings include business consulting, agentic AI solutions, managed application services, cloud, data center and edge computing, all supported by our deep global industry expertise. We are over $90 billion in revenue and 340,000 people, investing 30% of our profits into fundamental research and development each year. Our operations span across 70+ countries and regions, allowing us to serve clients in over 190 of them. We serve 75% of Fortune Global 100 companies, thousands of enterprises, government clients and millions of consumers.About NEC CorporationThe NEC Group leverages technology to create social value and promote a more sustainable world where everyone has the chance to reach their full potential. NEC Corporation was established in 1899. Today, the NEC Group’s approximately 110,000 employees utilize world-leading AI, security, and communications technologies to solve the most pressing needs of customers and society. For more information, please visit https://www.nec.com, and follow us on LinkedIn and YouTube. Copyright 2026 JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.jcnnewswire.com
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NEC and Nokia to Expand Eletrone’s Optical Fiber Network in Brazil by 50%
TOKYO, Feb 26, 2026 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - NEC Corporation (NEC; TSE: 6701), a leading global IT and network transformation services provider, today announced that it has been selected by Eletronet, a leading Brazilian Telecom and IT infrastructure provider, to modernize its optical backbone with the deployment of Nokia’s optical solutions. The project adds 8,000 kilometers of new fiber routes. This expansion will reach a total of 25,000 kilometers across 23 Brazilian states, covering all regions of the country by the end of 2026. The network will be upgraded with the Nokia 1830 Photonic Service Switch (PSS) and Nokia 1830 Global Express (GX) platforms to further enhance infrastructure reliability and stability. The modernization will enable services with speeds of up to 1.2 Tb/s per optical channel and ensure higher quality data transport. Project integration, including work coordination and equipment deployment, will be led by NEC as the system integrator.Eletronet is investing BRL 157 million (USD 30.4 million) in this initiative to reinforce its role as a neutral connectivity hub. The infrastructure uses OPGW fiber optic cables installed on power transmission lines, providing high resilience and availability. This modernization includes the creation of 85 new Edge Data Centers. These units will bring the company’s total to 255 Edge Data Centers nationwide to support low-latency applications.To further optimize this network, the project is based on Reconfigurable Optical Add-Drop Multiplexer (ROADM) technology and a flexible optical grid, embedded in Nokia solutions. These technologies optimize long-haul transport, expand revenue opportunities by handling traffic growth more dynamically, and reinforce high-demand routes with compact, energy-efficient equipment.ROADM functions as an "intelligent traffic system," enabling remote reconfiguration, new route activation, and traffic rerouting—accelerating service turn-up, reducing response times, and increasing overall service stability. With the flexible optical grid, Eletronet can transport more data over the same fiber, enabling these ultra-high speeds without new fiber installations, ensuring scalability for future demand and large strategic projects.NEC and Nokia will continue delivering robust optical network solutions to support Eletronet’s growth, driving broader and faster internet coverage across Brazil. By enabling scalable, high-performance connectivity, both companies aim to foster digital transformation and AI-driven innovation, contributing to economic development and a more connected society for the future."We are living in a moment of rapidly growing data traffic, driven by cloud applications, intensive use of Artificial Intelligence, and the continuous increase in connected devices. This scenario demands increasingly robust networks to keep pace with the digital economy. The modernization of our backbone directly addresses this need, ensuring that Internet Service Providers (ISPs), telecom operators and submarine cable operators, data centers, and hyperscalers have an infrastructure ready to support the country’s growth."- Rogério Garchet, CEO, Eletronet"Advancing our backbone is essential to support Eletronet’s next expansion cycles and the delivery of high-quality services. Leveraging the experience of Nokia and NEC in this project strengthens our continuous evolution strategy and ensures the levels of quality, security, and performance our customers require."- Emerson Hioki, Chief Technology Officer (CTO), Eletronet"This is a highly relevant project for Brazil. With Nokia’s solutions, Eletronet is reinforcing the infrastructure needed to support growing demand across market segments for low-latency connectivity, increased capacity, and distributed processing. At the same time, it expands broadband connectivity options and access to digital services across different regions of the country. We value Eletronet’s trust in Nokia and NEC’s partnership with us on this initiative."- Rafael Mezzasalma, Nokia Director for Brazil"NEC is delighted to support Eletronet’s business expansion in collaboration with Nokia. Leveraging decades of optical networking expertise built on our Global Center of Excellence, we are committed to building a robust optical foundation worldwide that fuels business growth and delivers positive social impact."- Masayuki Kayahara, Corporate SVP, Global Network Division, NEC CorporationTechnical Information, Multimedia, and Related NewsWebsite: Nokia Optical NetworksWebsite: Nokia 1830 PSSWebsite: Nokia 1830 Global ExpressWebsite: NEC Network Transformation Service for Value Added SolutionsAbout NECThe NEC Group leverages technology to create social value and promote a more sustainable world where everyone has the chance to reach their full potential. NEC Corporation was established in 1899. Today, the NEC Group’s approximately 110,000 employees utilize world-leading AI, security, and communications technologies to solve the most pressing needs of customers and society.For more information, please visit https://www.nec.com, and follow us on LinkedIn and YouTube. 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Kim Jong Un labels South Korea as ‘most hostile enemy’, states North could ‘completely destroy’ it
The North Korean leader stated on Thursday that his nation could "completely annihilate" South Korea if it perceives a threat, ramping up rhetoric while rejecting the resumption of talks.As per state media Korean Central News Agency (KCNA), while addressing North Korea’s week-long Ninth in Pyongyang, Kim characterized South Korea as the "most antagonistic adversary" and declared that "the conciliatory stance that South Korea's present government promotes publicly is crudely deceitful and simplistic."Kim asserted that North Korea "can take arbitrary action" if South Korea engages in "offensive conduct" aimed at his nation, dismissing Seoul's recent endeavors to enhance relations.According to KCNA, Kim stated, "South Korea's total collapse cannot be excluded."During the congress, Kim presented far-reaching five-year policy objectives centered on . According to an estimate from the Stockholm International Peace Research Institute last year, the country is thought to have approximately 50 warheads and sufficient fissile material to create up to 40 more.The North Korean leader claimed that the nation's "international standing has surged exceptionally."As per KCNA, Kim stated, "It is our party's unwavering resolve to further expand and fortify our national nuclear might, and fully exercise our status as a nuclear state. We will concentrate on initiatives to boost the number of nuclear weapons and expand nuclear operational assets."KCNA reported that Kim detailed plans for North Korea to develop more sophisticated intercontinental ballistic missiles capable of underwater launches, as well as artificial intelligence-powered weapon systems and unmanned drones.Kim, who met with President three times during Trump's initial term, indicated he might be open to future negotiations with Washington but squarely placed the onus on the United States.He stated, "Whether it's peaceful coexistence or perpetual confrontation, we are prepared for either, and the choice is not up to us to make."Kim stated that if the U.S "abandons its policy of confrontation" with and recognizes the nation's "current standing," there would be "no reason we can't coexist harmoniously with the U.S."According to KCNA, following the congress, Kim's teenage daughter participated in a military parade in Pyongyang on Wednesday. Ju Ae, thought to be 13 or 14, was captured in a photograph standing beside her father and senior military officials.Her presence follows South Korean media reports that Kim recently in the regime's influential "Missile Administration," which oversees Pyongyang's nuclear forces. Digital's Emma Bussey, in conjunction with Reuters and
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Why the Upcoming ‘Stranger Things’ Show Could Make the Worst Prequel Mistake
NetflixStranger Things may be wrapping up its main run, but the franchise is only just getting started. Even before the fifth and final season premiered on Netflix, fans were already gearing up for a brand-new spinoff: , an animated series set between Seasons 2 and 3. On top of that, the Broadway show is being filmed for a future Netflix release. Yet both of these projects share a major issue—one that highlights why a franchise can’t survive on prequels alone. One of these faces is not like the others. | NetflixAhead of Tales from ‘85’s April 23 debut, Netflix recently released several character posters. While all the Hawkins gang were present (including Eleven), there was also a completely unfamiliar face: Nikki Baxter, voiced by Marty Supreme star Odessa A’zion. “Nikki is a 14-year-old transfer student from the East Coast—by way of all over,” showrunner Eric Robles told . “She’s kind and loyal, unafraid to use her intimidating size and punk-rock look to warn off any bullies that might try to cross her.”That’s all well and good—especially since friends can move away all the time when you’re young—but why have we never heard of her in the main series? This character may be described as “pivotal,” but how important could someone be if they’re never mentioned again after a couple of months? It’s a classic prequel problem: you can’t introduce a new character without explaining their absence in the original project. Where was Ahsoka Tano in Revenge of the Sith? Canon says she was busy on Mandalore, but you’d think Anakin would mention her when considering his future with the Jedi. Where’s Kim Wexler in Breaking Bad? As Better Call Saul conveniently revealed, she moved to Florida. Hopefully, this new character survives the series, since she’s the only one in danger.This isn’t even the first time Stranger Things has made this mistake. The First Shadow is set decades before Stranger Things, when Joyce, Hopper, and other adult characters are still in high school. A new boy named Henry Creel starts school and soon befriends Patty Newby, the adopted sister of Joyce’s future boyfriend, Bob Newby. But in Stranger Things, none of these characters ever reference these events or Henry’s existence. You’d think the goings-on in Hawkins would feel familiar to them, but it never comes up. Hopefully, the reason Nikki never appears in live-action is something harmless—like another move in her transient life—because right now, we know all the other characters have to survive for future adventures, but she’s a total enigma. Is she doomed by the timeline? Only time will tell. Stranger Things: Tales from ‘85 premieres April 23, 2026, on Netflix.
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Mint Delivers First FLOKI Minibot M1 Prototype, Introducing a New AI-Powered Companion for the Asia Pacific Market
HONG KONG, Feb 26, 2026 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) – Mint Incorporation Limited (“Mint” or the “Group”, NASDAQ: MIMI), a Hong Kong-based company with a new strategic focus on artificial intelligence (AI) and robotics, and an established business interior design and fit-out works provider, today announced the successful delivery of the first prototype of the FLOKI Minibot M1, an AI-powered companion robot developed in collaboration with Rice Robotics Holdings Limited (“Rice Robotics”). This milestone marks the Group’s official entry into the fast-growing consumer robotics (B2C) market, as part of its broader strategy to diversify its business operations.The FLOKI Minibot M1 is engineered to serve as an intelligent daily companion, blending a personality-driven AI with practical functionalities. These include smart reminders, proactive notifications, natural and engaging conversation, concierge services, and educational tutoring. The robot is designed to distinguish itself in the market through its capacity to develop a personalized interaction style with each user, delivering a more intuitive and engaging experience than certain existing companion robotic products.Mr. Damian Chan, Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer of Mint commented: “We are immensely proud of the progress achieved with the FLOKI Minibot M1. Its delivery marks a significant step forward in our strategic entry into the B2C robotics market. Consumer demand for AI-powered companions is accelerating rapidly, and we believe the FLOKI Minibot M1 is uniquely positioned to meet this need by integrating advanced AI-driven features with a deeply engaging and personalized user experience.”The launch of the FLOKI Minibot M1 strategically positions Mint to capitalize on the exceptional growth of the AI robotics market, particularly within the Asia Pacific region. Future development roadmaps for the FLOKI Minibot M1 include enhancements tailored for the education, hospitality, and entertainment sectors, further broadening its commercial potential, subject to further research, development and commercialization efforts.The prototype was co-developed by the R&D team at Axonex Intelligence Limited, Mint's wholly-owned subsidiary, and Rice Robotics Limited, a renowned player in the delivery robotics sector. This partnership leverages Mint's robust expertise in robotics R&D with Rice Robotics' market-tested vision for integrated AI solutions. The first prototype was proudly showcased at the British Education Training and Technology Show in the U.K. in early 2026. Axonex and Rice Robotics have formalized their collaboration with an agreement to deliver up to 800 FLOKI Minibot M1 units by the end of the first quarter of 2026. Mint and certain investors have agreed in principle to increase their total proposed investment from HK$10 million to HK$15 million for the formation of the proposed strategic joint venture with Rice Robotics Holdings Limited, subject to definitive documentation and customary closing conditions.Mr. Chan added, "This milestone is a testament to Mint's dedication to innovation and value creation. Our successful collaboration with Rice Robotics empowers us to deliver solutions that fundamentally enhance how people interact with technology in their daily lives. As we scale production and expand our market presence, we are confident that the FLOKI Minibot M1 will become a cornerstone of our robotics portfolio, driving top-line growth and delivering long-term value for our shareholders."The introduction of the FLOKI Minibot M1 aligns with Mint's overarching strategy to seize opportunities within the expanding "Physical AI" market—intelligent systems that harmoniously integrate hardware and software to operate autonomously in real-world environments. With the FLOKI Minibot M1 progressing toward commercial release and a robust pipeline of next-generation robotics solutions, Mint is well-positioned to thrive in the rapidly growing Asia Pacific AI robotics market while continuing to develop its capabilities in innovation and technology.Photo CaptionThe first prototype of AI-Powered Companion, FLOKI Minibot M1, was proudly showcased at the British Education Training and Technology Show in the U.K. in early 2026.About Mint Incorporation LimitedMint Incorporation Limited (NASDAQ: MIMI), a Hong-Kong based enterprise listed on NASDAQ, specializes in artificial intelligence (AI), robotics, and interior design. Through its subsidiary Axonex Intelligence Limited, the company delivers intelligent robotics and facility management solutions to enterprises, real estate, shopping centers, government agencies, and more. Mint also operates Matter International Limited, providing professional interior design and renovation services. With a focus on innovation and practical applications, Mint is committed to enhancing efficiency, safety, and quality of life across industries.Rice Robotics Holdings LimitedRice Robotics Holdings Limited is a renowned leader in autonomous delivery robot solutions, with a strong market presence across Asia. The company specializes in the design, development, and deployment of intelligent robotic systems for logistics and service industries. Its core technology platforms serve high-profile clients in Japan, demonstrating proven reliability in complex operational environments. With a focus on innovation and real-world application, Rice Robotics is committed to transforming last-mile delivery and service automation, enhancing operational efficiency and redefining customer experiences.Forward-Looking StatementsCertain statements in this release are forward-looking statements. These forward-looking statements involve known and unknown risks and uncertainties and are based on the Company’s current expectations and projections about future events that the Company believes may affect its financial condition, results of operations, business strategy and financial needs. Investors can identify these forward-looking statements by words or phrases such as “approximates,” “believes,” “hopes,” “expects,” “anticipates,” “estimates,” “projects,” “intends,” “plans,” “will,” “would,” “should,” “could,” “may” or other similar expressions. The Company undertakes no obligation to update or revise publicly any forward-looking statements to reflect subsequent occurring events or circumstances, or changes in its expectations, except as may be required by law. Although the Company believes that the expectations expressed in these forward-looking statements are reasonable, it cannot assure you that such expectations will turn out to be correct, and the Company cautions investors that actual results may differ materially from the anticipated results and encourages investors to review other factors that may affect its future results disclosed in the Company's filings with the SEC. Copyright 2026 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com
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Nine Years Later, a Cult Classic Sci-Fi Franchise Could Finally See Another Great Game
DotemuThe "Mount Rushmore" of beloved space operas would certainly include Star Wars, Star Trek, and . Securing that prized fourth spot is trickier, but if longevity and cultural acclaim are the criteria, it might well belong to Battlestar Galactica—a far-reaching multimedia franchise that started with a short-lived 1970s TV show and expanded to inspire comic books, video games, a tabletop board game, and one of the most critically lauded TV series of the Golden Age of Television. Yet, despite this breadth, the core franchise has been inactive for over a decade since the 2012 release of Blood & Chrome, a web series prequel to the 2004 TV reimagining.Now, 17 years after the TV reboot concluded and nine years following the last video game, Battlestar Galactica Deadlock, developers at Alt Shift have returned to the cosmos to once again follow the survivors of the Twelve Colonies of Kobol. Battlestar Galactica: Scattered Hopes marks the series’ first new game in nearly a decade, and based on initial gameplay footage, it’s shaping up to be an engaging, thoughtful return to .Battlestar Galactica’s Most Recent Video Game VentureThe franchise’s latest video game prior to this, Deadlock, was a turn-based strategy title developed by Black Lab Games and published by Slitherine Software. Set in the reboot timeline during the first Cylon War—a key backstory element that underpins every show iteration—the game centered on resource management and space battles featuring warships from the Colonial Fleet, the primary military branch of the Colonial Forces. Hailed upon release as the first truly excellent game in Battlestar Galactica history, Deadlock received DLC content up until 2020.Battlestar Galactica: Scattered Hopes Is a Welcome ComebackUnlike Deadlock, Scattered Hopes is set decades after the first Cylon War (still within the reboot universe) and shortly after the catastrophic destruction of humanity’s intergalactic Twelve Colonies—a pivotal event that drives what remains of humankind’s quest for a new home. Players will command a fleet of survivors trying to reunite with the Battlestar Galactica while evading Cylon forces intent on their eradication.A look at the game’s combat. | DotemuScattered Hopes shares some gameplay similarities with Deadlock but also has notable differences. Both alternate between large-scale space battles and resource management phases, yet Scattered Hopes introduces randomized events, feuding human factions within the fleet, heroes whose health and morale require attention, and explorable map points—all while a timer counts down to the arrival of Cylon forces and the next battle. Additionally, unlike Deadlock’s turn-based system, Scattered Hopes is a real-time strategy game, meaning combat decisions must be made instantly.With so much time having passed since the franchise was last revitalized, Alt Shift and publisher Dotemu face the challenge of satisfying fans eager to revisit the human/Cylon conflict. However, based on the depth and immersion showcased so far, everyone involved with Scattered Hopes seems deeply committed to the franchise. Making tough survival choices is a hallmark of Battlestar Galactica’s morally complex and beloved sci-fi narrative, and now players will be in the commander’s seat.Battlestar Galactica: Scattered Hopes is set to release later this year.
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Netflix Makes History With Its Largest Fantasy Adventure
NetflixNetflix has never been afraid to tackle major productions. The streaming platform was instrumental in creating true blockbuster television, erasing the distinction between prestigious small-screen programming and large-scale spectacle. Its habit of investing substantial sums in shows that viewers can watch in a single sitting—from the comfort of their homes—has long been central to its allure. However, now that the streaming bubble has burst, Netflix has begun embracing more traditional (and financially stable) release strategies. Its generated considerable profits after just one weekend in theaters, while the Stranger Things finale by launching in 600 cinemas.Though historically reluctant about theatrical releases, Netflix is gradually adjusting its stance when appropriate. Stranger Things may have established a new precedent for the platform's biggest series, and its live-action version of One Piece will be the next franchise to experiment with this approach.After almost three years, One Piece is , titled Into the Grand Line. Already one of Netflix's most ambitious and pricey productions, the show's second installment plans to expand those limits by journeying into the hazardous “New World.” This brand of adventure warrants presentation on an enormous screen, and Netflix aims to acknowledge that by debuting the season premiere in movie theaters.When will One Piece Season 2 premiere in theaters?One Piece Season 2 is getting the premiere it deserves. | NetflixThe initial two episodes of One Piece Season 2 will debut in chosen theaters throughout the US, Canada, and Japan on March 10—concurrent with the series' Netflix streaming launch. Screenings are scheduled for 6:00 p.m. local time in the US and Canada, with Netflix teaming up with several recognizable theater chains to unveil One Piece's new season.When do tickets go on sale?Admission for the One Piece fan event will be available starting this Thursday, February 26, at 8:00 a.m. PT (11:00 a.m. ET). Netflix has retrofitted as a centralized hub for fans searching for nearby theaters and screening times.What is One Piece Season 2 about?Below is the official synopsis for One Piece: Into the Grand Line:In Season 2 of this live-action adaptation of Eiichiro Oda’s beloved manga series, Luffy (Iñaki Godoy), Zoro (Mackenyu), Nami (Emily Rudd), Usopp (Jacob Romero), and Sanji (Taz Skylar) travel to the Grand Line, a legendary stretch of sea where danger and wonder await at every turn. There, they’ll visit bizarre islands, recruit more allies, and battle formidable new foes as they search for the world’s greatest treasure.One Piece Season 2 arrives on March 10 on Netflix.
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Report: Hundreds of Russian shadow tankers in NATO waters raise military alert
According to reports, Russian-operated shadow tankers transporting millions of dollars worth of sanctioned oil are moving through the English Channel, prompting alerts about a potential military clash in NATO waters.These movements occur against a backdrop of rising tensions between Russia and NATO, with the Royal Navy increasing its monitoring of vessels sanctioned by the U.S. and its allies in one of the globe's most heavily trafficked sea lanes.Sky News reported on Wednesday that up to 800 shadow tankers have transited the channel, continuing to finance Russian President Vladimir Putin's war efforts in Ukraine.A number of oil tankers connected to Russia—such as the Rigel, Hyperion, and Kousai—have been tracked and are recognized as being under Western sanctions.The news outlet stated that three of these vessels were observed this month while they were in transit carrying sanctioned crude oil.The Rigel, an 885-foot Suezmax-class tanker flying a Cameroonian flag, departed from the Russian port of Primorsk on Feb. 2 with a load of up to one million barrels of oil, a shipment worth approximately $55 million.Sanctioned by authorities, it is prohibited from utilizing port facilities in those jurisdictions but is still allowed "innocent passage" as per maritime law.The Kousai, which sails under a Sierra Leonean flag, left Ust-Luga on Feb. 2 and was instructed by authorities to submit proof of insurance within a 24-hour period.The Hyperion, also under U.S. sanctions, changed its flag registration in an effort to conceal ownership and avoid enforcement, according to reports.Warnings have been issued about a growing risk in the area.Professor Michael Clarke informed Sky News that a point may be reached where actions "get much tougher with these Russian ships," noting that a "militarized confrontation at sea" this year is a genuine possibility, whether in the Channel or the North Sea.A spokesperson for the U.K. Ministry of Defense (MoD) stated: "Deterring and disrupting these activities is a priority for this government."In cooperation with our allies, we are intensifying our efforts—and as the Secretary of State outlined, we will persist in doing so," the spokesperson added.The MoD reported that it has demanded proof of insurance from more than 600 vessels since October 2024.The U.S. has also adopted a firm position, targeting entities associated with sanctioned oil trades since December 2025, including several operations in the Caribbean.
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Director Behind 2024’s Creepiest Horror Film Returns With a Chilling New Thriller
MubiI Saw the TV Glow was the perfect brand of bizarre horror for its time, serving as a surreal mystery that explores both a narrative of and the impact of television on young minds. The series that once shaped the protagonists' lives fails to withstand a revisit—a disappointing consequence of adulthood and cynicism—and the situation grows increasingly strange from that point.The filmmaker is now continuing their disturbing story with another tale about media's influence, shifting the focus to cinema. Teenage Sex and Death at Camp Miasma, billed as a “new kind of horror remake,” centers on a director (Hannah Einbinder) fixated on the actress (Gillian Anderson) who portrayed the “final girl” in a classic slasher film. Watch the trailer here: In a visual nod to I Saw the TV Glow, the trailer begins with... the glow of a television screen. The film playing is likely a fictional slasher titled Camp Miasma, evidenced later by a shelf stocked with physical copies such as Camp Miasma Part V: The Final Chapter (a highly deceptive name, given there are 14 installments), Medieval Miasma, and Miasma 3000. Among them is Camp Miasma Part IV: The Curse of Little Death. “Little Death” seems to be the primary antagonist of the franchise, and likely of this film as well (the name, playing on the double meaning of "little death" as a metaphor for orgasm, also cleverly references the Sex in the title). The role of Little Death is played by Jack Haven, who co-starred with Justice Smith in I Saw the TV Glow. All fourteen Camp Miasma movies, which pay homage to franchises like Friday the 13th, in the trailer for Teenage Sex and Death at Camp Miasma.Similar to Schoenbrun’s last film, this project looks to blend horror with a reflection on how the media we engage with in our formative years leaves a lasting mark. The teaser starts with a young girl viewing these movies on VHS, then shows her as an adult facing geysers of blood, strange mouth-like entities, and an array of other peculiar visuals signature to Jane Schoenbrun. A key moment in the trailer features Gillian Anderson’s character stating in a pronounced southern accent, “There is a hole at the bottom of the lake where the movies come from.” What could this signify? Are the Camp Miasma films the product of a supernatural entity? What is the true form of Little Death? How can this be a remake of a horror movie that was never made? It is precisely such enigmatic questions that define Schoenbrun’s intriguing method. However, there's no need for excessive concern. As the teaser suggests, if it all becomes too intense, you can simply switch it off.Teenage Sex and Death at Camp Miasma opens in theaters on August 7.