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AMTD, Owner of L'Officiel and AMTD IDEA Brands, Launches Litigation against Jalou Family for Malicious Falsehood, Defamation, and Consequential Loss and Damage

PARIS, LONDON and NEW YORK, Jan. 15, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- AMTD Group Inc. ("AMTD Group"), AMTD IDEA Group (NYSE: AMTD; SGX: HKB), AMTD Digital Inc. (NYSE: HKD) and The Generation Essentials Group ("TGE", NYSE: TGE; LSE: TGE), a subsidiary of AMTD Digital Inc., jointly announce that AMTD IDEA Group has commenced legal action against Mr Benjamin Eymere of the Jalou Family, in connection with serious defamatory action against the Group, as well as misconduct including bad faith harassment of the Group's staff and executives. Mr Eymere was a former employee of a subsidiary of the Group, and he was summarily dismissed due to his misconduct and mismanagement. He attempted to file an appeal in the Paris Court, but his actions have been continuously dismissed. Moreover, Mr Eymere's recent actions involving misconduct and bad faith have required AMTD to take legal actions, importantly to correct baseless allegations and misstatements in relation to the Group's L'Officiel and AMTD IDEA brands, which have been recently mentioned in certain press and social media publications. AMTD has already made formal reports to law enforcement authorities in connection with Mr Eymere's present and past misconduct. AMTD firmly believes that the rule of law and fairness and justice will prevail, and looks forward to correcting and dispelling any slander or defamatory statements which might have been made against it. On an overall basis, we take the opportunity to highlight certain evident inaccuracies in certain press and social media induced by Mr Eymere and/or the Jalou family: 1) The Duly Completed Acquisition of 100% of L'Officiel in 2022 : The L'Officiel Brand was acquired in 2022 primarily from Gem Global Yield LLC SCS (GGY), which is part of Global Emerging Markets (GEM), a $3.4 billion alternative investment group, focusing on emerging markets with diverse investment vehicles like management buyouts, PIPE's (Private Investments in Public Equities), and venture investments (see official announcements by GEM as lead seller https://www.gemny.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/GEM-AMTD-PRESS-RELEASE-from-Paris-France-FINAL-Version.pdf and AMTD as the buyer https://ir.amtdinc.com/press-releases/news-details/2022/AMTD-International-Acquires-Global-Fashion-Media-Group-LOfficiel-Inc-SAS/default.aspx, in which both sides confirm that the AMTD acquisition has been completed with 100% of purchase price duly paid). 2) Since the AMTD's acquisition as a "white knight" investor, L'Officiel has not incurred any debt or engaged in liabilities for business, and L'Officiel nowadays is financially strong with solid equity base 3) The controlling shareholder from which AMTD acquired the business was GEM, not the Jalou family, nor Mr Eymere. The Jalou family was not a controller nor a majority shareholder in L'Officiel at the time of acquisition. AMTD would also strongly emphasize that it will tirelessly prosecute and continue legal action against any wrongdoers which seek to harm its reputation and breach the law. We are confident that our perseverance and commitment will inevitably bring justice and fairness, without reservations. About AMTD Group AMTD Group is a conglomerate with a core business portfolio spanning across media and entertainment, education and training, and premium assets and hospitality sectors. About AMTD IDEA Group AMTD IDEA Group (NYSE: AMTD; SGX: HKB) represents a diversified institution and digital solutions group connecting companies and investors with global markets. Its comprehensive one-stop business services plus digital solutions platform addresses different clients' diverse and inter-connected business needs and digital requirements across all phases of their life cycles. AMTD IDEA Group is uniquely positioned as an active super connector between clients, business partners, investee companies, and investors, connecting the East and the West. For more information, please visit www.amtdinc.com or follow us on X (formerly known as "Twitter") at @AMTDGroup. About AMTD Digital Inc. AMTD Digital Inc. (NYSE: HKD) is a comprehensive digital solutions platform headquartered in France. Its one-stop digital solutions platform operates key business lines including digital media, content and marketing services, investments as well as hospitality and VIP services. For AMTD Digital's announcements, please visit https://ir.amtdigital.net/investor-news. About The Generation Essentials Group The Generation Essentials Group (NYSE: TGE; LSE: TGE), jointly established by AMTD Group, AMTD IDEA Group (NYSE: AMTD; SGX: HKB) and AMTD Digital Inc. (NYSE: HKD), is headquartered in France and focuses on global strategies and developments in multi-media, entertainment, and cultural affairs worldwide as well as hospitality and VIP services. TGE comprises L'Officiel, The Art Newspaper, movie and entertainment projects. Collectively, TGE is a diversified portfolio of media and entertainment businesses, and a global portfolio of premium properties. Also, TGE is a special purpose acquisition company (SPAC) sponsor manager, with its first SPAC successfully raised and priced on December 18, 2025. Safe Harbor Statement This press release contains statements that may constitute "forward-looking" statements pursuant to the "safe harbor"provisions of the U.S. Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These forward-looking statements can be identified by terminology such as "will," "expects,""anticipates," "aims," "future," "intends," "plans," "believes,""estimates," "likely to," and similar statements. Statements that are not historical facts, including statements about the beliefs, plans, and expectations of AMTD IDEA Group, AMTD Digital and/or The Generation Essentials Group, are forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements involve inherent risks and uncertainties. Further information regarding these and other risks is included in the filings of AMTD IDEA Group, AMTD Digital and The Generation Essentials Group with the SEC. All information provided in this press release is as of the date of this press release, and none of AMTD IDEA Group, AMTD Digital and The Generation Essentials Group undertakes any obligation to update any forward-looking statement, except as required under applicable law.

2026-01-15

AMTD, Owner of The Art Newspaper, Launches Litigation against INNA BAZHENOVA and GLEB IBRAGIMOV for Intimidation, Malicious Falsehood, Breach of Confidence and Consequential Loss and Damage

PARIS and NEW YORK and LONDON, Jan. 15, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- AMTD Group Inc. ("AMTD Group"), AMTD IDEA Group (NYSE: AMTD; SGX: HKB), AMTD Digital Inc. (NYSE: HKD) and The Generation Essentials Group ("TGE", NYSE: TGE; LSE: TGE) jointly announce on launching litigation against Inna Bazhenova and Gleb Ibragimov for Intimidation, Malicious Falsehood, Breach of Confidence and Consequential Loss and Damage. In 2023, AMTD Group acquired The Art Newspaper from Ms Inna Bazhenova, who personally published an article about the successful completion of the deal at the time: https://www.theartnewspaper.com/2023/10/25/statement-by-inna-bazhenova-publisher-the-art-newspaper. The consideration for the transaction was fully paid, and the deal was duly closed and completed. The consideration comprised cash and certain shares in listed companies of AMTD Group, some of which were subject to a lock-up period ("Lock Up Shares") under the Sales and Purchase agreement (the "Agreement"). At all material times, the Lock Up Shares have been registered in the names of Ms Bazhenova and her business partner and advisor, Mr Gleb Ibragimov, who was allocated a part of the shares by Ms Bazhenova. Despite this, Ms Bazhenova and Mr Ibragimov commenced legal action in Hong Kong on 27 December 2024, making certain claims in relation to the transaction. They applied for an asset preservation order over the Lock Up Shares, despite clear evidence that the shares are registered in their names, as confirmed to them by letters from the independent registrar of the shares. On 20 June 2025, the Hong Kong High Court fully dismissed their application for an asset preservation order, and imposed a costs order of HK$773,000 against them. On 21 November 2025, their entire legal action was dismissed, with the costs of the whole action ordered against them. Subsequently, in January 2026, Mr Ibragimov—in his own capacity and/or for and on behalf of Ms Bazhenova—issued messages to AMTD Group, indicating readiness to breach the Agreement and/or their duty of confidence by disclosing matters relating to the Agreement to third parties, including journalists, unless AMTD Group agrees to a resolve matters concerning the Lock Up Shares in favour of Ms Bazhenova. The above conducts and actions have been reported to law enforcement authorities by AMTD and The Art Newspaper. As a result of the above, AMTD Group has suffered loss and damage. Therefore, as advised by Gibson Dunn, AMTD Group has promptly commenced legal action against Ms Bazhenova and Mr Ibragimov, and is committed to enforcing its legal rights against both individuals to the fullest extent possible. Furthermore, AMTD Group wishes to reiterate our persistence and dedication towards ensuring that justice and fairness prevail against any and all perpetrators of malicious and intimidating acts against AMTD Group and its related companies and individuals, and towards procuring all possible remedies and penalties against such malicious actors. About AMTD Group AMTD Group is a conglomerate with a core business portfolio spanning across media and entertainment, education and training, and premium assets and hospitality sectors. About AMTD IDEA Group AMTD IDEA Group (NYSE: AMTD; SGX: HKB) represents a diversified institution and digital solutions group connecting companies and investors with global markets. Its comprehensive one-stop business services plus digital solutions platform addresses different clients' diverse and inter-connected business needs and digital requirements across all phases of their life cycles. AMTD IDEA Group is uniquely positioned as an active super connector between clients, business partners, investee companies, and investors, connecting the East and the West. For more information, please visit www.amtdinc.com or follow us on X (formerly known as "Twitter") at @AMTDGroup. About AMTD Digital Inc. AMTD Digital Inc. (NYSE: HKD) is a comprehensive digital solutions platform headquartered in France. Its one-stop digital solutions platform operates key business lines including digital media, content and marketing services, investments as well as hospitality and VIP services. For AMTD Digital's announcements, please visit https://ir.amtdigital.net/investor-news. About The Generation Essentials Group The Generation Essentials Group (NYSE: TGE; LSE: TGE), jointly established by AMTD Group, AMTD IDEA Group (NYSE: AMTD; SGX: HKB) and AMTD Digital Inc. (NYSE: HKD), is headquartered in France and focuses on global strategies and developments in multi-media, entertainment, and cultural affairs worldwide as well as hospitality and VIP services. TGE comprises L'Officiel, The Art Newspaper, movie and entertainment projects. Collectively, TGE is a diversified portfolio of media and entertainment businesses, and a global portfolio of premium properties. Also, TGE is a special purpose acquisition company (SPAC) sponsor manager, with its first SPAC successfully raised and priced on December 18, 2025. Safe Harbor Statement This press release contains statements that may constitute "forward-looking" statements pursuant to the "safe harbor" provisions of the U.S. Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These forward-looking statements can be identified by terminology such as "will," "expects," "anticipates," "aims," "future," "intends," "plans," "believes," "estimates," "likely to," and similar statements. Statements that are not historical facts, including statements about the beliefs, plans, and expectations of AMTD IDEA Group, AMTD Digital and/or The Generation Essentials Group, are forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements involve inherent risks and uncertainties. Further information regarding these and other risks is included in the filings of AMTD IDEA Group, AMTD Digital and The Generation Essentials Group with the SEC. All information provided in this press release is as of the date of this press release, and none of AMTD IDEA Group, AMTD Digital and The Generation Essentials Group undertakes any obligation to update any forward-looking statement, except as required under applicable law. For more information, please contact: For AMTD IDEA Group:IR OfficeAMTD IDEA GroupEMAIL: ir@amtdinc.com For AMTD Digital Inc.:IR OfficeAMTD Digital Inc.EMAIL: ir@amtdigital.net For The Generation Essentials Group:IR OfficeThe Generation Essentials GroupEMAIL: ir@tge.media

2026-01-15

Anytime Fitness Singapore's Boldest Community Fitness Experience Yet

Battle of the Purple Champions marks a milestone celebration of movement, community, and the kampong spirit as the brand reaches 150 clubs islandwide SINGAPORE, Jan. 7, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- This 31st January 2026, OCBC Square will turn purple as Anytime Fitness, the world's largest 24-hour fitness brand, rallies Singapore to move together at its first-ever fitness festival: Battle of the Purple Champions (BOPC), powered by Skechers. More than just a competition, BOPC is a celebration of the people and community that have powered Anytime Fitness' growth to 150 clubs across Singapore. The\ One-day festival embodies the brand's belief that fitness is better when experienced together, and reflects the kampong spirit that continues to unite members across neighbourhoods islandwide. "With the opening of our 150th club, we wanted to celebrate how far we've come, and who we've built this for. Battle of the Purple Champions is our way of bringing that kampong spirit to life, uniting members and non-members alike through shared strength and purpose," says Ryan Cheal, Group Chief Operating Officer of Inspire Brands Asia, Exclusive Master Franchisee of Anytime Fitness across Singapore. Train For Your Life: Starting the Year with Purpose Anchored in Anytime Fitness' regional Train For Your Life campaign, BOPC invites everyone, from seasoned gym-goers to first-time movers to approach fitness with intention rather than perfection. Designed as a powerful way to kickstart the new year, the festival encourages participants to build everyday resilience through consistency, connection, and enjoyment. Each challenge reflects real-life movements that support strength beyond the gym. The Challenge: Four Stations, One Goal Teams of four (2 Male & 2 Female) will tackle four functional stations inspired by real-life movement and teamwork: Moving Day – Teamwork meets coordination as participants rearrange furniture to match a given layout. Sandbag Shuffle – Lift, load and push sandbags on a "sled car" in perfect alignment. Bike Race – All team members ride 2km each with added resistance, synchronising pace and power. Champion's Climb – A stair-climbing finale with kettlebells (16kg each for female and 24kg each for male) — the ultimate test of grit and unity. Together, the stations bring the Train For Your Life philosophy to life where fitness that prepares you for every challenge, in and out of the gym. Beyond the Arena Besides just being a fitness festival, it is also a vibrant and family-friendly celebration designed for everyone. Whether you are cheering from the sidelines or pushing through the fitness stations, expect exciting carnival games and delicious bites to enjoy together. From the first whistle to the final cheer, there will be complimentary refreshments sponsored by Elite Supplements will be provided for participants and spectators all day long. The festival grounds will also feature mini fitness stations, live demonstrations, and quick-hit challenges that invite spectators to get moving alongside competitors. A curated lineup of wellness and lifestyle vendors will offer wholesome bites, recovery experiences, and interactive "fitness-for-life" activities with prizes and giveaways. Among them, Elite Supplements will host a sampling booth where visitors can try three different flavours of its products, while at the Skechers booth, attendees will be able to check out the latest Skechers Aero collection for themselves and even win prizes on-site. All participants and spectators who sign up for an Anytime Fitness membership on event day will enjoy a sure-win lucky draw, with prizes including a 1-year Anytime Fitness membership, a Nintendo Switch, or the latest iPhone 17. Registration Opens from 24th November 2025 Team entry: $120 (per team of 4; 2 male & 2 females) Early bird: $100 for the first 20 teams Prizes: Prizes worth over $10,000 are up for grabs, including a cash pool of up to $7,000, along with 12-month memberships and sponsor rewards featuring Elite Supplements and Skechers. Top-performing teams will be rewarded with Elite Supplements products valued at $600 for first place, $400 for second place, and $200 for third place, while Skechers, the Official Footwear Partner, will outfit winners with four pairs of footwear for first place, performance T-shirts and bottoms for second place, and caps for third place. Participants will receive a Champion Kit filled with goodies from sponsors - a BOPC-branded water bottle and towel, a limited-edition Comeback Apparel X BOPC tee, Elite Supplement's samples, Skechers sponsored challenge tee, headband, socks and a commemorative medal. Come for the challenge, stay for the community, and start the year stronger, together. Because when you Train For Your Life, every rep, every stride, every drop of sweat counts. For more information, visit https://www.anytimefitness.sg/battle-of-the-purple-champions/ or follow @afsingapore_ on Instagram. High-res images are available here. -END- About Inspire Brands Asia Headquartered in the Philippines & Singapore, Inspire Brands Asia (IBA) is a multi-award winning consortium of Anytime Fitness Asia's top sub-master franchisees. IBA acquired the Master Franchisee licence to the nine countries and territories of Anytime Fitness in Asia in 2020 and has since then grown the network to over 550 Anytime Fitness clubs in Asia. From one gym to the largest regional network of franchisees, IBA began as a business opportunity that has since grown into a platform for changing lives. For more information on Inspire Brands Asia and its various franchise opportunities, please visit https://www.inspirebrandsasia.com/ or email franchise@inspirebrandsasia.com. About Anytime Fitness Anytime Fitness is the largest and fastest-growing fitness brand in the world, averaging 300 new clubs per year while serving over 5 million members at almost 6,000 clubs in 42 countries and territories on all seven continents. Open 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, Anytime Fitness delivers personalised and affordable health and wellness training, coaching, nutrition, and recovery guidance for our members – in the club, in their homes, in their pockets, wherever they are and anytime they need it. All franchised clubs are individually owned and operated, and members have access to any Anytime Fitness club worldwide. For more information, visit www.anytimefitness.com.

2026-01-15

ATFX Releases Q1 2026 Trader Magazine Spotlighting Policy Divergence and Global Market Volatility

HONG KONG, Jan. 15, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- ATFX has launched the latest edition of its Trader Magazine, offering a forward-looking market outlook for Q1 2026. Despite ongoing uncertainties and global tensions, the economy remains stable enough to inspire cautious optimism. With countries adopting different monetary policy approaches, traders should expect increased market fluctuations across bonds, currencies, and other asset classes. Prepared by ATFX's in-house market analysts, the magazine delivers a structured, research-driven framework for evaluating market opportunities across regions and asset classes, guiding traders through key insights and strategies. What Traders Will Find in the Q1 2026 Edition This Q1 2026 edition of ATFX Trader Magazine offers insights that guide traders in navigating macro uncertainty, translating it into practical market awareness and effective trading decisions. Inside, traders will find: Clear frameworks to understand how policy divergence, economic data, and geopolitical risks impact short-term volatility Asset class views across equities, FX, commodities, and indices, highlighting key themes and potential market reactions Regional insights covering the U.S., Europe, Asia-Pacific, and emerging markets to assess relative opportunities Risk scenarios and strategy ideas to support position management and volatility planning around major data releases By delivering in-depth analysis and actionable trade ideas, this edition of ATFX Trader Magazine empowers traders to navigate the complexities of global markets with confidence. Download your copy here: ATFX Q1 2026 Trader Magazine About ATFX ATFX is a leading global fintech broker with a local presence in 24 locations and holds 9 licenses from regulatory authorities, including the UK's FCA, Australia's ASIC, Cyprus' CySEC, the UAE's SCA, Hong Kong's SFC, South Africa's FSCA, Mauritius' FSC, Seychelles' FSA, and Cambodia's SERC. With a strong commitment to customer satisfaction, innovative technology, and strict regulatory compliance, ATFX delivers exceptional trading experiences to clients worldwide. For further information on ATFX, please visit ATFX website https://www.atfx.com.

2026-01-15

Yum China to Report Fourth Quarter and Fiscal Year 2025 Financial Results

SHANGHAI, Jan. 15, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Yum China Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: YUMC and HKEX: 9987, "Yum China" or the "Company") today announced that it will report its unaudited financial results for the fourth quarter and fiscal year ended December 31, 2025 before the U.S. market opens on Wednesday, February 4, 2026 (after the trading hours of the Hong Kong Stock Exchange on Wednesday, February 4, 2026). Yum China's management will hold an earnings conference call at 7:00 a.m. U.S. Eastern Time on Wednesday, February 4, 2026 (8:00 p.m. Beijing/Hong Kong Time on Wednesday, February 4, 2026). A live webcast of the call may be accessed at https://edge.media-server.com/mmc/p/yzqfdybh. To join by phone, please register in advance through the link provided below. Upon registering, you will be provided with participant dial-in numbers and a unique access PIN. Pre-registration Link: https://register-conf.media-server.com/register/BI94a8d7c07e5f45f2823c62b0f012cf5f A replay of the webcast will be available two hours after the event and will remain accessible until February 3, 2027. Earnings release accompanying slides will be available at the Company's Investor Relations website http://ir.yumchina.com. About Yum China Holdings, Inc. Yum China is the largest restaurant company in China with a mission to make every life taste beautiful. The Company operates over 17,000 restaurants under six brands across over 2,500 cities in China. KFC and Pizza Hut are the leading brands in the quick-service and casual dining restaurant spaces in China, respectively. In addition, Yum China has also partnered with Lavazza to develop the Lavazza coffee concept in China. Little Sheep and Huang Ji Huang specialize in Chinese cuisine. Taco Bell offers innovative Mexican-inspired food. Yum China has a world-class, digitalized supply chain which includes an extensive network of logistics centers nationwide and an in-house supply chain management system. Its strong digital capabilities and loyalty program enable the Company to reach customers faster and serve them better. Yum China is a Fortune 500 company with the vision to be the world's most innovative pioneer in the restaurant industry. For more information, please visit http://ir.yumchina.com. Investor Relations ContactTel: +86 21 2407 7556E-mail: IR@yumchina.com Media ContactTel: +86 21 2407 3824E-mail: Media@yumchina.com

2026-01-15

Advancing Sustainable Education at Saint Columba Anglican School with Sungrow

PORT MACQUARIE, Australia, Jan. 15, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Sungrow, the leading global PV inverter and energy storage system provider, has supported the delivery of a 300kW commercial solar upgrade at Saint Columba Anglican School (SCAS) in Port Macquarie. Delivered in partnership with local installer MNC Solar Power, the project replaced an ageing 100kW system with a high-capacity solar solution designed to reduce electricity costs, improve energy efficiency, and strengthen the school's long-term sustainability commitments. Powering Education Saint Columba Anglican School Case Study 320kW Commercial Solar Upgrade Four-Year Payback: Sungrow Delivers Long-Term Solution for SCAS Schools like SCAS face increasing energy demands and rising electricity costs. As a large educational campus with multiple buildings and high daytime energy demand, SCAS required a scalable and efficient solar solution capable of maximising on-site energy consumption. The upgrade enables the school to significantly offset grid electricity use and achieve long-term operational savings, with an estimated payback period of approximately four years. "We'll be able to offset the upfront capital costs within around four years. That means ongoing savings for the school, which helps take pressure off our operating expenses and allows us to continue delivering a great education for our students without rising electricity costs," said Steve Mitchell, Business Manager, Saint Columba Anglican School. Sungrow Technology Leads with Intelligent, Distance–Free Solar Networking The newly installed system integrates three Sungrow 110 kW commercial inverters with 708 high–efficiency Canadian Solar 440 W panels. "While using Modbus as the protocol, the system employs a logger-based wireless casading technology, the inverters will be connected via the school's existing wireless network, enabling intelligent load sharing across multiple buildings without the distance limitations or complexity of traditional cabling." said Young, Technical Service Manager, Sungrow. This advanced system architecture enables more than 300 kW of solar generation to be dynamically balanced across distribution boards, ensuring optimal energy utilisation, enhanced system flexibility, and significantly reduced reliance on grid power. Real-Time Monitoring and Educational Opportunities for Students Aside from system flexibility, the upgrade also provides SCAS with real–time energy monitoring through the iSolarCloud platform. Steve Mitchell highlights the immediate benefit: "We've now got data at our fingertips. We can log into the dashboard and see how much electricity the panels are generating, what we're consuming, and what's being exported to the grid." The platform serves as a valuable educational tool, giving students and teachers real–world insights into energy generation and consumption. A Seamless and Safe Installation Experience The successful delivery of the project reflects the strong collaboration between Sungrow and MNC Solar Power, a trusted Mid North Coast installer with more than 30 years of industry experience. Sungrow's direct technical support ensured a smooth and safe installation process during the school holiday period, with no disruptions to school operations. This project demonstrates how Sungrow's leading commercial inverter solutions, combined with strong local partnerships, can deliver reliable and scalable solar systems for complex environments such as educational campuses. By enabling smarter energy management and real-time performance insights, Sungrow continues to support educational institutions and business in accelerating their transition to clean, efficient, and cost-effective energy. About MNC Solar Power MNC Solar Power is a Port Macquarie based solar battery specialist with over 30 years of combined industry experience. Serving Port Macquarie, Taree, and Kempsey, MNC Solar Power understands Mid–North Coast conditions and designs residential and commercial systems for maximum performance and long–term savings. With a strong focus on customer service, MNC Solar Power provides clear guidance from consultation to ongoing support. They install only premium products, including CanadianSolar panels and Sungrow inverters, ensuring durable, high–output systems built to last 20+ years. About Sungrow Sungrow, a global leader in renewable energy technology, has pioneered sustainable power solutions for over 28 years. As of June 2025, Sungrow has installed 870 GW of power electronic converters worldwide. The Company is recognized as the world's most bankable PV inverter and energy storage company (BloombergNEF). Its innovations power clean energy projects across the globe, supported by a network of 520 service outlets guaranteeing excellent customer experience. At Sungrow, we're committed to bridging to a sustainable future through cutting-edge technology and unparalleled service. For more information, please visit: www.sungrowpower.com/en. Media Contact: Luly Wang, luly.wang@sungrow-hq.com

2026-01-15

Maximize Your Business Growth in Asia's Hospitality & Foodservice Market at HOTELEX 2026

SHANGHAI, Jan. 15, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- HOTELEX Shanghai 2026 will take place from 30th March to 2nd April 2026, offering global hospitality and foodservice suppliers a direct gateway to China and the wider Asian market. Building on the record-breaking success of the 2025 edition, the exhibition will return with expanded scale, stronger international buyer engagement, and enhanced commercial value. With over 3,500 exhibitors, 12,000 overseas buyers, and a fully integrated industry ecosystem, HOTELEX Shanghai 2026 provides a high-impact platform for sourcing, partnerships, and long-term market expansion. HOTELEX Shanghai 2025 welcomed a record 284,581 professional visitors, including a 34.2% increase in international buyers. Exhibitors reported a 37% rise in qualified leads and a 23% increase in on-site transactions, demonstrating the exhibition's effectiveness as a high-performance sourcing and business platform. Building on this success, the 34ᵗʰ edition in 2026 will offer expanded exhibition space, deeper international participation, and increased opportunities for global decision-makers, distributors, and strategic partners. Covering 400,000 square meters, the exhibition will host more than 3,500 leading domestic and international suppliers across key sectors including Kitchen Equipment, Coffee & Tea, Catering Ingredients, Beverages, and Baking Supplies. This fully integrated ecosystem supports end-to-end sourcing, innovation, and cross-border collaboration. HOTELEX's competitive advantage lies in its comprehensive industry coverage. By integrating resources across hospitality, catering, cultural tourism, retail, logistics, and health sectors, the exhibition drives value-chain synergies and reflects the evolving structure of the modern hospitality economy. Its distinctive "tourism–catering–hotel joint exhibition" model offers a holistic showcase spanning food, accommodation, travel, shopping, and leisure. Leveraging a shared pool of over 100,000 professional buyers from HOTELEX and FHC, exhibitors gain extended brand exposure through official digital platforms and global social media channels including LinkedIn, YouTube, Facebook, and TikTok, as well as partnerships with authoritative industry media. Booths are limited – reserve yours early to secure prime exhibition space and maximize business opportunities. Positioned as a strategic gateway, HOTELEX Shanghai 2026 empowers global companies to grow their presence in China and accelerate expansion across Asia's hospitality and foodservice markets. Pre-registration: https://www.hotelex.cn/en/shanghai Contact Us： Booth Inquiry:Jason JinTel: +86 21 3339 2197Junyan.Jin@imsinoexpo.com Media & Visitor Consulting:Lizzy ChenTel: +86 21 3339 2566Lizzy.chen@imsinoexpo.com

2026-01-15

XA Africa Rebrands to A54, Signaling a New Era for African Tech Investment

The rebranding signals a sharper focus on the African continent for this exclusive angel investor network SINGAPORE, Jan. 15, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- XA Africa, the exclusive operator-led investment network founded by global technology veterans, today announced its official launch as A54. The rebrand marks a significant milestone in the network's evolution, reflecting its deepened commitment to the 54 nations of the African continent and its growing impact as a primary bridge between global expertise and local innovation. Just over one year since its public launch as XA Africa in Q4 2024, the network has rapidly established itself as a critical player in the ecosystem. To date, A54 has successfully deployed more than a quarter million US$ in capital to support the continent's most promising startups. A Proven Model for "Smart Capital" A54 distinguishes itself by moving beyond traditional venture capital. As a global community of senior leaders from the world's most prominent technology companies - including many from Google and YouTube - the network provides "smart capital" that combines funding with hands-on operational mentorship. "Our mission has always been to connect exceptional founders with the guidance they need to scale globally," said Nitin Gajria, Co-Founder of A54 and former MD of Google Sub-Saharan Africa. "As we rebrand to A54, we are doubling down on our hypothesis that operator-led investment is the most effective way to unlock Africa's profound opportunities. We aren't just investors; we are partners who have built and scaled the very products that define the modern tech landscape." Progress and Portfolio Highlights The transition to A54 follows a year of significant momentum. The network has completed 9 core investments in high-growth startups across the continent - strategically concentrated in major African tech hubs, such as Nigeria, Kenya, and South Africa. A54's early portfolio already demonstrates diverse sector backing - with notable companies including: Zeno (Kenya) PBR Life Sciences (Nigeria) BuuPass (Kenya) Kaya AI (South Africa) Talamus Health (Nigeria) Crop2Cash (Nigeria) Tix Africa (Nigeria) PowerLabs (Nigeria) Cantant (Nigeria) "Partnering with this network has been a game-changer," said Michael Ogundare, CEO of Crop2Cash. "Their strategic guidance has opened doors to new opportunities that go far beyond the initial check." Looking Ahead: The A54 Vision The name A54 represents the network's dedication to the entire African continent. In 2026, the network aims to expand its "Regional Hubs" - inclusive of both investors and VC / technology partners - in key tech centers across Africa to facilitate even more seamless investment into the region. "Africa is home to 25% of the world's youth but currently receives only 1% of global venture funding," said Marek Dawidowicz, Co-Founder of A54 and Marketing Director at YouTube. "A54 is here to change that, by proving that with the right combination of capital and global expertise African startups can lead the next wave of global innovation." Upcoming African Startup Demo Day: The A54 team will be hosting their next public [A54 Network] Startup & Investor Demo Day webinar on Thursday, March 19, 2026, at 1PM (GMT+1). This quarterly event offers an exclusive opportunity for Africa-focused investors to meet the founders of our most recent portfolio companies and learn more about the A54 investment model. Any investor or African startup ecosystem evangelist can register for the event via the A54 website or LinkedIn page. About A54: A54 is a global, operator-led investment community supporting Africa's most promising founders. Founded by veterans from the world's leading tech companies, A54 provides curated access to early-stage and growth-stage deals, combining capital with hands-on expertise to help startups scale with confidence. For more information and media queries, please visit: www.a54.network CONTACT:contact@a54.network

2026-01-15

Open and Inclusive, Haikou Accelerates Its Rise as an International Performing Arts Capital

HAIKOU, China, Jan. 14, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- A report from Haikou Municipal Bureau of Tourism, Culture, Radio, Television and Sports: Recently, the "Haikou on Stage, Dancing with the World" International Performing Arts Capital Promotion Conference was successfully held in Haikou. Centered on the theme "Culture Empowering Cities, Art Illuminating the Future," the event combined immersive audiovisual experiences with in-depth industry dialogue, bringing together leading professionals from China's performing arts sector and representatives from 34 major performance organizations nationwide. Haikou's vision to build an international performing arts capital is clear and steadily advancing, strengthening confidence across the industry. The conference not only showcased the city's achievements in the performing arts sector, but also outlined strategic plans for future development. Haikou is actively promoting industrial upgrading — from a performance hub to a source of creative content — by building an original content incubation system rooted in Hainan's cultural identity and creating a platform that connects Chinese cultural expression with global audiences. To stimulate market vitality and encourage performances, competitions, and major events, Haikou has introduced strong policy incentives to support high-quality development of the cultural and sports industries. For example, organizers of internationally renowned concerts held at Wuyuanhe Stadium may receive rewards of up to RMB 11 million if the event achieves a China debut, attracts over 40,000 attendees, sells more than 130,000 tickets, generates box office revenue exceeding RMB 200 million, and records more than 10 percent overseas audiences. Leveraging the policy advantages of the Hainan Free Trade Port, Haikou continues to strengthen its open and inclusive urban environment. Haikou Meilan International Airport has established a comprehensive service center for overseas visitors, offering one-stop assistance for tourism, transportation, communications, and payment services. Taxis now support foreign bank card payments, and cross-border settlement can be conveniently completed at duty-free shops. With China's visa-free policy further expanded, Hainan currently offers visa-free entry to visitors from 86 countries. Driven by Free Trade Port development, Haikou is accelerating its journey toward becoming an international performing arts capital while expanding international air routes and flight frequencies. In 2025, Haikou Meilan International Airport operated 47 international and regional passenger routes, covering Asia, the Middle East, Europe, North America, and Oceania. Looking ahead, Haikou will further deepen the integration of "performing arts + tourism + consumption," advancing toward a full industry ecosystem and contributing a distinctive "Haikou model" to global cultural development.

2026-01-15

HJT Shines in Malaysia! Risen Energy Signs New PV Project to Accelerate Layout in Southeast Asia

NINGBO, China, Jan. 15, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Recently, Risen Energy and Eco Persona, a Malaysian solar EPC enterprise, held a strategic cooperation signing ceremony. Both parties will jointly develop commercial and industrial rooftop photovoltaic projects in the four northern states of Malaysia. Centered on technological upgrading, this cooperation will prioritize the use of Risen Energy's high-power Heterojunction (HJT) modules, string inverters, and commercial and industrial energy storage cabinets to construct an efficient power generation PV-storage integrated system. Photo of the two parties signing the agreement As the cutting-edge technology in the current photovoltaic field, Risen Energy's Hyper-ion Pro HJT modules have achieved a mass production power output exceeding 740Wp, ranking among the highest power photovoltaic modules globally. Its core advantages are not only reflected in ground applications but also, thanks to its high power-to-weight ratio, excellent radiation resistance, and ultimate thinness potential, it has become a highly anticipated energy solution in the space economy sector, including low-orbit satellite internet and even deep space exploration, providing reliable technical support for space energy development. Since its establishment in 2019, Eco Persona has specialized in the full-lifecycle services of commercial, industrial, and residential PV systems in Malaysia, particularly excelling in customizing manufacturing rooftop solutions. The two parties have a solid foundation for cooperation; in 2025 alone, they successfully delivered several benchmark projects covering multiple locations in Malaysia such as Kedah, Penang, and Johor, with a cumulative installed capacity surpassing the megawatt scale. This cooperation between the two parties relies precisely on Risen Energy's HJT technological advantages to assist Eco Persona in achieving higher power generation efficiency and lower Levelized Cost of Electricity (LCOE) in commercial and industrial rooftop scenarios, making cutting-edge technology benefit more green energy applications. With the acceleration of the global carbon neutrality process, the photovoltaic market in Southeast Asia is experiencing explosive growth. The strategic cooperation between Risen Energy and Eco Persona not only consolidates their leading positions in the Malaysian photovoltaic market but also, through the deep synergy of cutting-edge technology and local services, provides global clients with more efficient and reliable green energy solutions, jointly outlining a blueprint for carbon neutrality.

2026-01-15