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PHILADELPHIA, PA, Mar 30, 2026 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - A new international report released today by TruMerit™ calls for a fundamental redesign of healthcare workforce models to address global staffing shortages and strengthen patient care. The report, "Safe Staffing Through New Models of Care," presents a systems-based framework to help health leaders, regulators, and policymakers rethink how care teams are structured, how clinicians work together, and how technology can support safer and more sustainable care delivery.Developed by an international taskforce of health system leaders, regulators, academic experts, and clinical innovators, the report emphasizes that solving workforce shortages requires more than simply increasing the number of clinicians. Instead, it calls for modernizing care delivery models to enable health professionals to practice to the full extent of their training, expand interprofessional teamwork, and integrate digital health technologies."The global health workforce crisis cannot be solved simply by adding more clinicians," said Peter Preziosi, PhD, RN, CAE, FAAN, President and CEO of TruMerit. "Safe staffing requires a systems view of how care is delivered. This framework provides guideposts for policymakers and health system leaders to align workforce policy, service delivery, and outcomes - so care teams can meet patient needs safely, sustainably, and in ways that reflect local realities."The framework outlined in the report is organized around three interconnected domains:Systems and Inputs: regulatory policies, workforce infrastructure, and education systemsService Delivery: team-based care, hybrid staffing models, telehealth, and AI-supported workflowsOutputs and Outcomes: workforce sustainability, patient safety, improved access, and cost effectivenessTogether, these components create a continuous cycle of improvement that allows health systems to adapt to evolving population health needs. Healthcare systems around the world are facing unprecedented challenges, including aging populations, increasing rates of chronic disease, workforce burnout, and uneven distribution of healthcare workers. At the same time, advances in digital health, telemedicine, and data analytics are creating new opportunities to expand access to care and improve efficiency."The future of safe staffing depends on embracing innovation while protecting the integrity and well-being of the healthcare workforce," said Sylvain Trepanier, DNP, RN, CENP, FAONL, FAAN, Chief Nurse Executive at Providence and Chair of the Taskforce on Safe Staffing through New Models of Care. "This report demonstrates how health systems can move beyond traditional staffing models toward collaborative, technology-enabled care teams that empower nurses and other health professionals while improving patient outcomes."The report includes global case studies highlighting successful models of care from multiple countries, demonstrating measurable improvements in patient outcomes, workforce retention, and health system efficiency. It is intended to serve as a strategic resource for health system leaders, ministries of health, regulators, academic institutions, and global workforce policymakers.Download and read the report.About TruMeritTruMerit is a worldwide leader in healthcare workforce development with nearly 50 years of experience supporting the mobility of nurses and other healthcare workers. Formerly CGFNS International, TruMerit validates the education, training, and professional experience of internationally educated health professionals seeking authorization to practice in the United States and other countries. Through its expanded mission and the Global Health Workforce Development Institute, TruMerit advances research, standards, and certifications that strengthen the global health workforce and promote equitable, sustainable career mobility.Media ContactLEA SIMSChief Marketing & Communications OfficerTruMeritmedia@trumerit.orgSOURCE: TruMerit Copyright 2026 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com

TOKYO, Mar 30, 2026 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Mitsui O.S.K. Lines, Ltd. (MOL; President & CEO: Takeshi Hashimoto; Headquarters: Minato-ku, Tokyo), Hitachi, Ltd. (Hitachi; President & CEO: Toshiaki Tokunaga; Headquarters: Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo), and Hitachi Systems, Ltd. (Hitachi Systems; President & CEO : Takehiko Watanabe; Head Office: Shinagawa-ku, Tokyo) today announced the signing of a Memorandum Of Understanding (MOU) for the development, operation, and commercialization of a “Floating Data Center (FDC) converted from a second-hand vessel.” (**) Based on this MOU, the companies will conduct demand verification, review basic specifications and operational procedures, and carry out feasibility studies for commercialization of an FDC, with a view to commencing operations in 2027 or later. The project will focus primarily on Japan, where the Hitachi Group already has operational experience in land-based data centers, as well as Malaysia and the United States, where there are proven track records in providing services related to land-based data centers.CG rendering of an FDC converted from a used shipIn recent years, demand for data centers has continued to grow alongside the rapid proliferation of generative AI, creating a need for diverse range of data center solutions that take into account factors such as location, the availability of water resources for power generation and cooling, surrounding infrastructure, and disaster risks.Leveraging their respective experience, insights, and expertise, the three companies will assess the feasibility of commercializing FDC converted from a used vessel—a solution that eliminates the need to secure large tracts of land, enables short construction periods and mobility, and reduces environmental impact and costs through the reuse of existing hulls.Roles of Each Company- Mitsui O.S.K. Lines, Ltd.Building on its expertise in studying and evaluating maritime operations—including vessel conversion plans, coordination with port authorities, and mooring and maintenance—MOL will be responsible for planning and promoting vessel conversions; leading discussions with port authorities and other stakeholders; defining maritime operational requirements such as mooring and maintenance; and examining financing structures.- Hitachi, Ltd./Hitachi Systems, Ltd.:Led by the Strategic SIB Business Unit, which drives new growth opportunities, Hitachi and Hitachi Systems will leverage their experience in owning and operating land-based data centers in Japan, installing containerized data centers, and providing land-based data center services in Malaysia and the United States. They will be responsible for technical studies on data center design, installation, and operation; defining IT infrastructure requirements such as networking and security; utilizing local expertise; and collaborating on customer requirement clarification and customer acquisition.Furthermore, by combining advanced AI with deep domain knowledge, the Hitachi Group is providing “HMAX by Hitachi” (HMAX), a suite of next-generation solutions designed to address the most complex challenges facing in social infrastructure. Hitachi will aim to expand HMAX to further advance and streamline data center operations in the future.(**)[Advantages of FDCs Compared to Land-based Data Centers]- No need to secure large tracts of land or incur land acquisition costsSecuring large plots of land for data centers in the suburbs of major cities is becoming increasingly difficult. In some cities, infrastructure concerns—such as electricity, cooling water, environmental regulations, and resident consent—has not kept pace, leading to proposals to halt the construction of new data centers. FDCs, which utilize ports and rivers, offer a new solution that can be deployed even in such challenging areas.- Shorter construction periodsRenovation work for FDCs takes approximately one year, potentially shortening the development period by up to three years compared with conventional land-based data center development.- Introduction of water-cooling systems utilizing seawater and river waterData centers consume large amounts of electricity and generate significant heat, requiring robust cooling systems. As conventional air-cooling systems cannot adequately cool high-performance AI servers, the market is shifting toward water-cooled systems. However, because water-cooling requires large volumes of water, some regions in the United States have experienced conflicts with residents concerned about potential shortages of potable water. As floating structures, FDCs can efficiently utilize seawater or river water for cooling, reducing both the power consumption required for server cooling and overall operational costs.- RelocatableBecause FDCs are floating structures, they are easy to move in response to shifts in demand.[Benefits of Converting Existing Ships into FDCs]- Reduced environmental impact arising from the extraction and processing of raw materials through the reuse of existing ship hulls- Reduced initial investmentIn addition to lowering construction costs, the use of existing onboard systems—such as air-conditioning, water intake, and power generation—is expected to reduce initial investment requirements.- Extensive space availabilityFor example, a car carrier with a floor area of approximately 54,000 m² would rival one of Japan’s largest onshore data centers in terms of total floor area.Trademark NoticeAll trademarks and product names are the property of their respective owners.About Mitsui O.S.K. Lines, Ltd.MOL operates a fleet of more than 900 vessels, including LNG carriers, car carriers, oil tankers, and bulk carriers. Centered on its core shipping business, the company is engaged in a wide range of social infrastructure businesses—such as offshore business, wind power generation, logistics, and real property—as well as B2C businesses such as cruises and ferry services. MOL aims to be a strong and resilient corporate group that grows on a global scale by addressing the evolving needs of society, including environmental conservation, through the advancement of its technologies and services, and by delivering new value to all stakeholders. Visit us at https://www.mol.co.jp/en/.About Hitachi, Ltd.Through its Social Innovation Business (SIB) that brings together IT, OT (Operational Technology) and products, Hitachi contributes to a harmonized society where the environment, wellbeing, and economic growth are in balance. Hitachi operates globally in four sectors – Digital Systems & Services, Energy, Mobility, and Connective Industries – and the Strategic SIB Business Unit for new growth businesses. With Lumada at its core, Hitachi generates value from integrating data, technology and domain knowledge to solve customer and social challenges. Revenues for FY2024 (ended March 31, 2025) totaled 9,783.3 billion yen, with 618 consolidated subsidiaries and approximately 280,000 employees worldwide. Visit us at www.hitachi.com.About Hitachi Systems, Ltd.Hitachi Systems will collaborate with Hitachi Group companies and business partners to develop the Lumada business as One Hitachi, with a focus on managed services, to achieve DX for our customers on a global scale. Our human capital featuring business knowledge and know-how acquired through solving customers' problems across a variety of industries will utilize generative AI more than ever before to further accumulate and utilize knowledge. This will enable us to propose on-site digitalization solutions and create a cycle of collaborative value creation. Visit us at https://www.hitachisystems.com/eng/index.html. Copyright 2026 JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.jcnnewswire.com

OTTAWA, ON, Mar 30, 2026 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Focus Graphite Inc. (TSXV: FMS) (OTCQB: FCSMF) (FSE: FKC0) ("Focus" or the "Company"), a Canadian developer of high-grade flake graphite deposits and advanced graphite materials for battery, defence, and industrial applications, is pleased to announce the initiation of a comprehensive tailings storage facility (TSF) dam break analysis (the "Study") for its flagship Lac Knife Graphite Project (the "Project") located in Quebec.The Study, led by WSP Canada Inc. ("WSP"), a global leader in engineering and environmental consulting, will evaluate hypothetical failure scenarios for the Project's planned filtered (dry-stack) tailings storage facility and associated water retention infrastructure. The work will generate detailed flood mapping and downstream impact assessments, forming a key component of the Company's Environmental and Social Impact Assessment ("ESIA").Using advanced hydrological and hydraulic modelling, the analysis will simulate breach scenarios under extreme conditions, including Probable Maximum Precipitation (PMP). The Study will incorporate site-specific topography and established industry methodologies to estimate potential flood extent, depth, and timing. These outputs are intended to inform contingency planning, support regulatory review, and strengthen the overall ESIA submission, with completion expected to support the Company's 2026 ESIA advancement timeline.The assessment is being conducted in alignment with recognized industry frameworks, including guidelines from the Canadian Dam Association (CDA) and the Global Industry Standard on Tailings Management (GISTM), reflecting a risk-informed and environmentally responsible approach to project design."This is a meaningful step forward for Lac Knife," said Dean Hanisch, Chief Executive Officer of Focus Graphite. "With this study underway, we are entering the final stages of the ESIA process and establishing a clearer line of sight toward permitting. As we advance, we remain committed to developing this project responsibly, respecting the surrounding environment and the communities connected to this land, while building a high-quality, near-term source of graphite for North American supply chains."The Study builds on a substantial body of completed technical work and reflects continued advancement of the Project through the development pipeline. The use of filtered (dry-stack) tailings at Lac Knife represents a modern approach to tailings management, widely recognized as a lower-risk alternative to conventional slurry-based systems. This analysis further enhances understanding of downstream conditions and supports integration of risk-informed engineering into final design.Upon completion, results will be incorporated into the Company's ESIA documentation, supporting ongoing engagement with regulators and stakeholders. Completion of the ESIA is expected to represent a key milestone toward permitting and future construction readiness.WSP brings extensive global expertise in mining, hydrotechnical engineering, and tailings management, reinforcing the technical rigor underpinning the Project.The Company will continue to provide updates as ESIA-related milestones are achieved.Qualified PersonThe technical content disclosed in this news release was reviewed and approved by Richard Pearce, PE, President of Brasil Insight Capital LLC., a consultant to the Company, and a qualified person as defined under National Instrument NI-43-101.About Focus Graphite Advanced Materials Inc.Focus Graphite Advanced Materials is redefining the future of critical minerals with two 100% owned world-class graphite projects and cutting-edge battery technology. Our flagship Lac Knife project stands as one of the most advanced high-purity graphite deposits in North America, with a fully completed feasibility study. Lac Knife is set to become a key supplier for the battery, defence, and advanced materials industries.Our Lac Tetepisca project further strengthens our portfolio, with the potential to be one of the largest and highest-purity and grade graphite deposits in North America. At Focus, we go beyond mining — we are pioneering environmentally sustainable processing solutions and innovative battery technologies, including our patent-pending silicon-enhanced spheroidized graphite, designed to enhance battery performance and efficiency.Our commitment to innovation ensures an eco-friendly supply chain from mine to market. Collaboration is at the core of our vision. We actively partner with industry leaders, research institutions, and government agencies to accelerate the commercialization of next-generation graphite materials. As a North American company, we are dedicated to securing a resilient, locally sourced supply of critical minerals — reducing dependence on foreign-controlled markets and driving the transition to a sustainable future.For more information on Focus Graphite Inc. please visit http://www.focusgraphite.com.LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/focus-graphite/X: https://x.com/focusgraphiteInvestors Contact:Dean HanischCEO, Focus Graphite Inc.dhanisch@focusgraphite.com+1 (613) 612-6060Jason LatkowcerVP Corporate Developmentjlatkowcer@focusgraphite.comCautionary Note Regarding Forward-Looking StatementsCertain statements contained in this press release constitute forward-looking information. These statements relate to future events or future performance. The use of any of the words "could," "intend," "expect," "believe," "will," "projected," "estimated," and similar expressions, as well as statements relating to matters that are not historical facts, are intended to identify forward-looking information and are based on the Company's current beliefs or assumptions as to the outcome and timing of such future events.In particular, this press release contains forward-looking information regarding, among other things, the anticipated scope, timing and completion of the tailings dam break analysis; the Company's belief that the Study represents one of the final major technical components required to support completion of the Environmental and Social Impact Assessment ("ESIA"); the incorporation of Study results into ESIA documentation; the advancement of the Lac Knife Project toward permitting and regulatory approval; and the Company's plans and objectives for the development of the Project.Forward-looking statements are subject to known and unknown risks, uncertainties, and other factors that may cause actual results, performance, or achievements to differ materially from those expressed or implied by such statements. These risks and uncertainties include, but are not limited to, risks related to market conditions, regulatory approvals, changes in economic conditions, the ability to raise sufficient funds on acceptable terms or at all, operational risks associated with mineral exploration and development, and other risks detailed from time to time in the Company's public disclosure documents available under its profile on SEDAR+.The forward-looking information contained in this release is made as of the date hereof, and the Company is not obligated to update or revise any forward-looking information, whether as a result of new information, future events, or otherwise, except as required by applicable securities laws. Because of the risks, uncertainties, and assumptions contained herein, investors should not place undue reliance on forward-looking information.Neither TSX Venture Exchange nor its Regulation Services 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/290423 Copyright 2026 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com

LONDON, Mar 30, 2026 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - T-RIZE Group (https://www.t-rize.io) today announced its role in structuring a private credit digital bond programme of up to $500 million for Horizon Group through Kairos Litigation Limited, a UK-based bankruptcy-remote special purpose vehicle established as the issuer for the programme. Horizon Group acts as programme manager. The programme will begin with an initial $50 million tranche launching shortly for eligible investors in the United States and Europe on the Canton Network, with capacity for additional tranches over time.The announcement highlights T-RIZE's institutional tokenization capability: structuring highly complex underlying exposures into institutionally governed, fixed-yield digital instruments built for professional markets.For the Kairos programme, T-RIZE has digitally structured a specialized private credit strategy into a market-ready issuance framework built on ring-fenced architecture, disciplined governance, permissioned investor access, and full lifecycle administration. Its role spans tokenization design, digital issuance architecture, governance and control logic, onchain instrument creation, lifecycle management, and reporting architecture required for institutional operation.The underlying exposure is a highly granular portfolio of UK litigation-finance receivables, a segment of private credit historically outside digital capital markets. T-RIZE has helped bring that exposure into a digital bond format designed for institutional use, combining fixed-yield economics, short-duration deployment, and a clearer structural framework for investor oversight.The credit architecture combines multiple protection layers. The issuer structure is bankruptcy-remote. Assets and related cash flows are ring-fenced. Risk is segmented through independent validation, and claim-level protection mechanisms. The capital-protection layer is supported by a performance-bond framework with reinsurance support from A-rated international reinsurers. Together, these features strengthen capital protection, improve cash-flow predictability, and support a stronger and transparent risk/reward profile than direct exposure to the underlying assets alone.T-RIZE is also providing the digital operating layer through which the tokens are minted, and administered on Canton Network. It supports onboarding, eligibility controls, credential management, transfer permissions, token lifecycle management, and governance execution. Critical actions are governed through a control framework incorporating multi-party computation and multi-signature approval logic, reinforcing institutional operating standards, and reducing single-point failure risk.The framework also includes collateral functionality scheduled for later activation, positioning the instrument over time for broader use across financing, treasury and liquidity workflows as institutional digital market infrastructure matures.For major financial institutions, the significance extends well beyond a single issuance. It demonstrates that T-RIZE can take complex private credit structures, architect them from the ground up, transform them into digitally native frameworks designed for institutional execution, governance, and scale."This programme reflects the level of structuring, control and technical integration required for institutional private credit to operate effectively in digital markets," said Madani Boukalba, Founder and CEO of T-RIZE Group. "T-RIZE helps institutions restructure highly complex, market-agnostic exposures into fixed-yield digital instruments with transparent structural protections and a clear onchain transparency layer across the life of the instrument. That opens access to structured opportunities that have traditionally remained difficult for institutions to reach in standardized form, while allowing them to benefit from attractive risk/reward dislocations with stronger governance, visibility and lifecycle control."T-RIZE also holds a strong position within Canton Network. It is a Premier Member of the Canton Foundation, an early validator and a builder of production-grade tokenization infrastructure on the network. Canton Network now functions as institutional market infrastructure, with live tokenization, active collateral and repo workflows, and growing participation from major regulated institutions. T-RIZE is engineering the Kairos programme inside that framework so it aligns not only with institutional issuance standards today, but with the next phase of market utility; interoperability, governed execution, and future collateral activation on Canton Network rails.Ann-Marie Bell, CEO of Kairos Litigation Limited, said: "T-RIZE helped us translate a complex private credit structure into a market-ready institutional digital issuance. Their contribution across structuring, governance design, control architecture, compliance logic, and technical implementation was instrumental in bringing the first tranche to market."More broadly, the transaction positions T-RIZE as a structuring partner for institutions seeking to bring complex opportunities into a governed digital issuance framework on Canton Network, with the standards of control, transparency, and execution required by professional markets.About T-RIZE GroupT-RIZE Group is a financial technology company building institutional-grade tokenization infrastructure for digital securities, structured products, and real-world assets. The company structures, tokenizes, issues and administers compliant digital instruments across asset classes including private credit, funds, securities, bonds, commodities, and real estate. T-RIZE Labs, the group's R&D division, advances next-generation tokenization systems, and digital market architecture. T-RIZE's technology stack is engineered to institutional and defense-grade security standards and deployed on Canton Network for interoperability, governed execution, and future collateral activation.About Kairos and Horizon GroupKairos Litigation Limited is a UK-based special purpose vehicle established to issue digital loan notes and support the structured financing of eligible underlying receivables within a ring-fenced institutional framework. Horizon Group acts as programme manager and brings more than five years of operating history and a zero-default track record across its lending portfolio, supporting origination, underwriting framework, servicing oversight, and portfolio administration in connection with the programme.Media ContactBrand: T-RIZE GroupContact: Media teamEmail: press@t-rize.ioWebsite: https://www.t-rize.io Copyright 2026 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com

HONG KONG, Mar 30, 2026 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Shoucheng Holdings (0697.HK) is accelerating the evolution of its robotics business from pure equity investment toward a deeper commercialization infrastructure stage. In the company’s newly released 2025 Chairman’s Statement, Chairman Zhao Tianyang made it clear that Shoucheng Holdings is leveraging its extensive offline asset management scale to build the “last mile” that brings the robotics industry from the laboratory to the market.According to the Chairman’s Statement, Taozhu New Manufacturing Hub, the robotics commercialization platform under Shoucheng Holdings, has already been successfully launched in top-tier commercial locations such as Beijing Shougang Park, Terminal 3 Parking Building of Beijing Capital Airport, and Beijing Wangfujing APM. Zhao Tianyang revealed in the statement that these stores have enjoyed strong foot traffic, and that their operating performance has far exceeded expectations.Building on its initial success, Shoucheng Holdings plans to further expand its store network to 20 locations within 2026, covering leading commercial districts in core cities such as Beijing, Shanghai, Shenzhen, and Chengdu. This is not merely an expansion of retail outlets, but also the establishment of hubs for real-world robot demonstrations and user interaction.On the online front, the company has officially launched the “Barrier Breaker Program”, using social platforms such as Douyin and Xiaohongshu for livestream sales and in-depth product teardowns, transforming hard-tech products into consumer-grade or commercially applicable products that the public can readily understand and adopt. At present, Shoucheng Holdings has become an authorized distributor for nearly 100 robotics companies. To further lower procurement barriers for end users, Shoucheng has also partnered with “Beijing Robotics Financial Leasing Company” to provide integrated leasing services for research institutions, medical institutions, and large enterprises, using financial tools to accelerate robot adoption.In addition, Shoucheng Holdings is drawing on its deep expertise in infrastructure asset management to provide robots with natural testing grounds and operating venues. The Chairman’s Statement notes that the company jointly launched the country’s first “Auto-Charging Robot Pop-up Experience Station” at Chengdu ICD, demonstrating how robots can empower traditional commercial spaces.Chairman Zhao Tianyang also set out a clear development goal in the statement: going forward, Shoucheng Holdings will continue to advance its strategy of upgrading parking lots into robot operation bases, thereby forming a complete closed loop of “investing in robotics companies – empowering portfolio companies through offline sales – carrying out in-depth offline scenario operations.” Through the interlocking of investment, channels, and scenarios, Shoucheng Holdings is building a formidable competitive moat in the robotics sector. Copyright 2026 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com

Tokyo and Kawasaki, Japan, Mar 30, 2026 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Resona Holdings, Inc., BrainPad Inc., and Fujitsu Limited today announced the signing of a basic agreement for collaboration. The partnership aims to advance financial operations through the utilization of data and AI, and to develop next-generation data utilization models with a view toward expanding into regional areas and diverse industries. Purpose of the collaborationAs uncertainty surrounding corporate management increases due to fluctuations in business flows, natural disasters, and supply chain disruptions, financial institutions are called upon to provide more advanced corporate support, as well as enhanced credit assessment and monitoring services. The Resona Group and BrainPad have been working to advance the Resona Group’s operations by leveraging data and AI in financial practices, including through the provision of Data Ignition [1] (an AI business support software for regional financial institutions). With the addition of Fujitsu—which possesses advanced technical capabilities and extensive expertise in real-world implementation within the data and AI fields—to this collaboration, the aim is to go beyond simply creating use cases for financial operations and work together to co-create next-generation data and AI utilization models with a view toward expansion into regional markets and other industries.Through the collaborative use of data and AI, the three companies will support the sustainable growth of local economiesThis collaboration will position the Resona Group's actual operations as a field for demonstration and preliminary use. The three companies will work together to create various use cases that lead to the advancement of business processes in financial practices such as corporate evaluation, monitoring, and sales support.Furthermore, the initiative will transform decision-making and value creation processes in operations by combining the practical knowledge and financial data gained through the collaboration between the Resona Group and BrainPad with Fujitsu's data and AI technologies, offerings from Fujitsu’s Uvance business model to address societal challenges, and diverse external data, such as those related to distribution channels and supply chains. This will not only provide value to regional financial institutions but also support the sustainable growth in regional economies.Collaboration details 1. Transformation of Resona group's financial operations through utilization of agentic AIThe three companies will accelerate the practical implementation and verification of data utilization and agentic AI within the Resona Group with the aim of maximizing the value provided by financial services, considering the following use case examples: AI agents autonomously collect data and provide insights to enhance the quality and quantity of customer understanding, proposals, and decision-making by sales representatives, leading to more advanced business support.Transforming business processes that rely excessively on human experience and judgment by validating AI agents that can autonomously make decisions and take action in response to changes in operations and through collaboration with other AI agents.2. Expansion of practical models to regional financial institutionsTo extend the knowledge gained within the Resona Group to regional financial institutions, the collaboration will focus on the development and enhancement of Data Ignition, optimization of operational and connection methods suitable for financial business flows, and the exploration of new business models.3. Contribution to regional economic development through financial data expansionBuilding upon the knowledge cultivated through previous initiatives, the collaboration will explore the potential for financial data utilization that creates new value by linking external data such as those related to commercial transactions and supply chains. This will contribute to the sustainable development of regional economies.Creation of new business opportunities and financial services based on changes in inter-company transaction relationships and business environments.Pursuit of data linkage models to expand regional economic transaction volumes and revitalize industries.Exploration of models for collaboration with local governments and other entities, ecosystem formation, and value return to the entire region.Roles of Each Company Resona Holdings’ Role: Resona Holdings will serve a central role in providing its financial operations as a field for demonstration and preliminary use, verifying the effectiveness and business suitability of data and AI utilization through practical knowledge and on-site feedback.BrainPad's Role: BrainPad will be responsible for setting challenges and formulating hypotheses aligned with financial practices, and for deriving insights through data science analysis. This will support the effective utilization of agentic AI in the field.Fujitsu's Role: Fujitsu will be responsible for designing and implementing AI platforms and architectures that integrate diverse data to create new value. Leveraging its extensive knowledge in financial institution system development and operation, its Uvance for Finance solution offerings, and its AI technologies including the AI agent Watomo and the large language model Takane, Fujitsu will realize the expansion of practical models established within the Resona Group to various regions and industries, thereby promoting the sustainable growth of regional economies.(1) Data Ignition: An AI business support tool jointly developed by Resona Holdings, Resona Bank, and BrainPad, which helps predict customer needs from limited data and supports operational efficiency. About FujitsuFujitsu’s purpose is to make the world more sustainable by building trust in society through innovation. As the digital transformation partner of choice for customers around the globe, our 113,000 employees work to resolve some of the greatest challenges facing humanity. Our range of services and solutions draw on five key technologies: AI, Computing, Networks, Data & Security, and Converging Technologies, which we bring together to deliver sustainability transformation. Fujitsu Limited (TSE:6702) reported consolidated revenues of 3.6 trillion yen (US$23 billion) for the fiscal year ended March 31, 2025 and remains the top digital services company in Japan by market share. Find out more: global.fujitsuPress ContactsFujitsu LimitedPublic and Investor Relations DivisionInquiries Copyright 2026 JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.jcnnewswire.com

HONG KONG, Mar 30, 2026 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Asiaray Media Group Limited (“Asiaray” or the “Group”; stock code: 1993.HK), an established out-of-home (“OOH”) media company with a strategic focus on advertising media management at mass transportation hubs, has announced its annual results for the financial year ended 31 December 2025 (the “Year”), delivering a second consecutive year of net profit growth and a third consecutive year of gross profit margin improvement. Profit for the year rose by 101.8% to RMB21.0 million, compared with RMB10.4 million in 2024 and a net loss of RMB9.9 million in 2023, while gross profit margin increased to 33.8%, from 28.7% in 2024 and 21.9% in 2023. Gross profit reached RMB309.8 million (2024: RMB306.7 million), supported by the Group’s ongoing portfolio optimization, asset upgrading and disciplined execution, despite a still-challenging operating environment.During the Year, the Group continued to improve the quality of its media portfolio and strengthen operational efficiency. Revenue was RMB916.1 million, compared with RMB1,069.2 million in 2024, reflecting the Group’s deliberate focus on higher-quality assets and more profitable growth. The Group also maintained a healthy financial position, with cash and cash equivalents, including restricted cash, amounting to RMB200.3 million as at 31 December 2025, providing a solid foundation for future development. Earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization (EBITDA) amounted to RMB363.6 million.Business HighlightsMetro Lines and Billboards Segment Posts Strong Results via Innovation and Optimized OperationsThe segment delivered strong results, supported by continued demand for prime advertising resources and the Group’s disciplined operating approach. Segment revenue increased to RMB497.5 million, while gross profit rose to RMB187.0 million and gross profit margin expanded to 37.6%, up from 26.0% in 2024, increased by 11.6 percentage points. The improvement reflected stronger performance across Hong Kong billboards, metro media in Mainland China and Singapore’s Thomson-East Coast MRT Line.During the Year, the Group’s billboards in prime locations in Hong Kong continued to attract strong advertiser interest, with bookings fueled by mega events and stronger market activity. Building on this momentum, the Group was granted the exclusive concession for advertising media resources at the Eastern Harbour Crossing, further strengthening its footprint across the city’s key transport arteries. Meanwhile, expanding beyond traditional billboards, the Group introduced innovative formats such as building wraps and ferry-pier coverings, pushing the boundaries of OOH advertising. These initiatives solidified the segment’s position as a key growth driver for the Group.Bus and Other Segment Revitalizes through Merging Creativity with Engineering ExcellenceThe segment continued to improve profitability through portfolio refinement and stronger operating discipline. Segment revenue was RMB236.9 million, while gross profit reached RMB96.0 million and gross profit margin increased to 40.5%, compared with 25.2% in 2024, improved by 15.3 percentage points. This reflected the Group’s continued focus on asset quality, return enhancement and a more efficient operating structure.With a refined portfolio, the Group revitalized the segment by delivering creative, impactful advertising, such as immersive bus shelter campaigns for beverage brands that engaged commuters through “five senses” experiences and interactive installations. Leveraging its solid experience with Sydney bus shelters, the Group successfully delivered several advanced engineering projects, including an 820m² rooftop LED retrofit. It also upgraded city-wide bus shelters into a smart Digital Out-of-Home (“DOOH”) network featuring panels with real-time performance and cutting-edge technology enabling context-aware, data-driven creative adjustments. These improvements have boosted campaign effectiveness and reinforced the segment’s long-term value.O&O New Media Strategy and DOOH+ Platform Enhance Value for Advertisers, Media Resources Owners and AudiencesThe Group continued to advance its Outdoor and Online (“O&O”) New Media Strategy and DOOH Plus (“DOOH+”) platform which remain central to its long-term growth plan. By combining premium OOH resources with online and data-driven capabilities, the Group has been able to deliver more measurable and more effective advertising solutions.One of the key highlights during the Year was a multi-month bus shelter takeover for a leading beverage brand, in which the Group regularly refreshed creative concepts with interactive games, multi-sensory installations, and 3D setups. By maintaining high engagement over an extended period, the campaign demonstrated the Group’s ability to turn individual projects into longer-term partnerships through sustained creative excellence and O&O-enabled audience experiences.Moreover, the Group further strengthened its programmatic DOOH capabilities and deepened cooperation with key ad-tech partners. One such campaign for a contact-lens brand used dynamic creative optimization at bus shelters, displaying real-time temperature and UV-index data and automatically adjusting content to current weather conditions. This context-aware execution showcased the Group’s ability to deliver precise, real-time O&O solutions that create added value for both brands and audiences, reinforcing O&O as a key driver of optimization and profitable growth.ProspectsAsiaray will continue to pursue disciplined growth through portfolio optimization, operational excellence, and selective investment in high-potential media assets. Building on its proven strategies and positioning O&O as the central driver of growth, the Group believes this approach provides a sound foundation for sustainable development, even amid ongoing macroeconomic uncertainty. Looking ahead, the Group will remain focused on strengthening its core platforms across transport hubs, expanding data-driven solutions, and creating long-term value for shareholders and stakeholders.Mr. Vincent Lam JP, Chairman and Executive Director of Asiaray, concluded, “We are pleased with the continued improvement in our profitability and margin performance. These results reflect the discipline of our strategy and the commitment of our team. While the market remains challenging, we believe our stronger operating foundation and clearer strategic direction position us well for the future.”About Asiaray Media Group Limited (stock code: 1993.HK)Established in 1993, Asiaray is an out-of-home media company in Greater China with a strategic focus on managing mega transport advertising media, including airports, metro lines, and high-speed rail lines. As of now, the Group’s business network spans nearly 40 cities in Greater China, with advertising media resources available at over 25 airports (including exclusive concession rights at 22 airports); providing exclusive advertising media resources in a total of 15 metro lines, including the Singapore Thomson-East Coast Line (TEL), and a total of16 high-speed rail line and railway stations, including the High-Speed Rail Hong Kong West Kowloon Station and the China-Laos Railway (Yumo Line). Additionally, the Group has been granted exclusive advertising media resources at the Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macao Bridge (Zhuhai Port), as well as on KMB and LWB bus shelters. In recent years, the Group has actively engaged in programmatic advertising transactions with various ad-tech partners such as Hivestack by Perion, and Vistar Media by T-Mobile.Asiaray is also dedicated to investing in corporate social responsibility and environmental protection initiatives. The company has received the “Hong Kong Green Organisation” award and has been recognised as a “Caring Company”.For more detailed information about Asiaray, please visit its official website: www.asiaray.com or follow the Group’s WeChat official account via the QR code provided (ID: asiaray_airport). Copyright 2026 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com

HONG KONG, Mar 30, 2026 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - JS Global Lifestyle Company Limited (Stock Code: 1691.HK) ("JS Global" or the "Group") has announced its annual results for 2025, reporting revenue of USD1.66 billion, representing a year-on-year increase of 4.1%. Gross profit was USD534 million, up 4.6% year-on-year, with gross profit margin improving to 32.2%. On an adjusted basis, the Group’s revenue from third parties reached USD1.565 billion, an increase of 14.8% year-on-year, while adjusted net profit was USD31.10 million, up 338.0% year-on-year. This demonstrates the very strong performance of the Group’s core operations and a clear improvement in profitability on an adjusted basis.In 2025, the SharkNinja APAC segment delivered strong growth, mainly driven by continued market share gains of its core product categories, successful expansion into new product categories and rapid entry into new markets. For example, in the cordless vacuum cleaner market in Japan, the brand strength and product competitiveness of Shark continued to improve. At the same time, the Group continued to launch new products in the Japan market, such as upgraded portable blenders and new cooking appliances, further enriching Ninja’s product portfolio in Japan. The Group’s core categories in Australia and New Zealand also continued to perform well, mainly benefiting from the strong performance of new products such as cordless vacuum cleaners, ice beverage makers and coffee machines. In other countries and regions in Asia Pacific, the Group is also actively expanding, accelerating its layout and development in emerging markets.In 2025, the Joyoung segment achieved modest growth in domestic sales revenue, mainly driven by the contribution of differentiated new products and product mix optimisation, and realised a recovery in profitability through initiatives such as tighter control of selling expenses and improved marketing efficiency. Various “trade-in of old for new” and “government subsidy” policies launched by different levels of government in China boosted demand for certain mid- to high-end products. In response, Joyoung promptly launched its “Space Series” of new products, which focus on key value propositions such as high quality, stylish design, outstanding value-for-money and health and wellness, enhancing consumers’ quality of life while better addressing their emotional needs.Overall, in 2025, while maintaining steady revenue growth, JS Global further strengthened the growth potential and earnings resilience of its principal businesses. Copyright 2026 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com

TOKYO, Mar 30, 2026 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, Ltd. (MHI) and Kyoto University will operate an industry-academic laboratory, MHI Innovative Combustion Dynamics Laboratory, from April 1, with the aim of building world-class GTCC (gas turbine combined cycle) power plants with efficiency of over 70% and carbon-neutral combustion technology along with developing next-generation talent in deep-tech fields.With global demand for electricity trending up and data centers being expanded due to advances in electrification and the popularization of generative AI, balancing a stable supply of electricity with decarbonization is a critical issue worldwide. These circumstances have seen an increase in demand for gas turbines as a core power source due to their high efficiency, highly adjustable output, and ability to supplement renewable energy while contributing to the reduction of CO2 emissions. In the future, it is expected that gas turbines will be central in supporting the realization of a carbon-neutral society due to their compatibility with clean, zero-carbon fuels such as hydrogen.Combustion technology is a core element. Combustion control that achieves both high efficiency and ultra-low emissions is a field in which Japan has honed its strengths for many years, and is an aspect that makes Japanese manufacturers internationally competitive. Ongoing investment in R&D and development of the next generation of personnel in this field is a critical initiative that will directly increase competitiveness and lead to ongoing development of Japan's energy industry.In this laboratory, MHI will install combustion test rigs to elucidate the combustion mechanism of actual engines, utilize advanced measurement technology and numerical simulations to understand phenomena, and work to create combustion technology with new concepts, in order to fulfill its aims of pursuing innovative GTCC technology with an efficiency of over 70% and realizing carbon-neutral combustion technologies. Research will also be conducted with a view to social implementation, covering various forms of combustion such as rocket engine combustion, supersonic combustion, and reciprocating engine combustion in addition to GTCC. These initiatives will be a driving force for the realization of academic endeavors that also create social value, and will contribute to the development of the next generation of talent in deep-tech fields.Through these initiatives, MHI will continue to produce world-leading products and fulfill the aims of Innovative Total Optimization (ITO) to expand MHI's domain and achieve overall optimization.Summary of Industry-Academic LaboratoryName of laboratory: MHI Innovative Combustion Dynamics LaboratoryPeriod of laboratory: April 1, 2026 - March 31, 2031 (five years)Faculty member (full time): Naoto Horibe, Program-Specific Professor, Department of Mechanical Engineering and Science, Graduate School of Engineering, Kyoto UniversityFaculty member (part time): Ryoichi Kurose, Professor, Department of Mechanical Engineering and Science, Graduate School of Engineering, Kyoto UniversityFaculty member (part time): Jun Hayashi, Professor, Energy Conversion Science Dept., Graduate School of Energy Science, Kyoto UniversityActivities: Installation of combustion testing equipment that can recreate phenomena occurring in actual equipment, utilization of various forms of measurement and numerical calculation to understand phenomena, and development of next generation of personnel with the aim of pursuing innovative combustion technology for GTCC power plants with efficiency of over 70% and realizing carbon-neutral combustion technologiesAbout MHI GroupMitsubishi Heavy Industries (MHI) Group is one of the world’s leading industrial groups, spanning energy, smart infrastructure, industrial machinery, aerospace and defense. MHI Group combines cutting-edge technology with deep experience to deliver innovative, integrated solutions that help to realize a carbon neutral world, improve the quality of life and ensure a safer world. For more information, please visit www.mhi.com or follow our insights and stories on spectra.mhi.com Copyright 2026 JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.jcnnewswire.com

HONG KONG, Mar 30, 2026 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Over the past two years, Shoucheng Holdings (0697.HK) has persistently faced a major valuation overhang in the capital markets, namely the supply-side pressure created by the gradual exit of early shareholders through block trades.In his Chairman’s Statement, Chairman Zhao Tianyang said that this historical issue has now entered a stage of clear easing. Looking back at the company’s shareholder structure, Shoucheng Holdings introduced multiple rounds of strategic investors during its entrepreneurial and transformation phases. Angel-round investors included Chow Tai Fook Enterprises and ORIX; Series A investors included Hopu, JD.com, and Beijing State-owned Capital Operation and Management Center; while Series B investors included institutions such as Sunshine Insurance. These shareholders supported the company’s development for periods ranging from three to five years to as long as seven to eight years, and their gradual exits are, in essence, a normal process of capital rotation during a company’s growth.More importantly, Zhao Tianyang noted in the statement that most of the shares sold by exiting shareholders were proactively taken up by top-tier international investors and professional institutional investors from both China and overseas. This means that the sell-down pressure that previously troubled the market has largely been absorbed. It also indicates that ownership is shifting from early-stage and purely financial investors to professional institutions with stronger conviction in the company’s long-term value proposition, resulting in simultaneous improvements in both shareholder structure and shareholder quality. For the market, this is not only an inflection point in supply-side pressure, but also the basis for a shift in valuation logic.Chairman Zhao Tianyang also stated that the company is determined to ensure that investors at different stages can all share in the rewards of the company’s growth, further strengthening market expectations for the realization of the company’s long-term value. Copyright 2026 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com