日期: 2026年5月4日

LONDON, May 5, 2026 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - ZOQQ, a global enterprise fintech infrastructure platform, today announced it is approaching operational breakeven - a milestone reached entirely on a bootstrapped basis, with no external venture capital. Having processed over $150 million in transaction volume across its multi-currency banking, card issuance, and cross-border payment solutions, the company is now on track for profitability by Q4 2026 or Q1 2027.Founded by fintech operators Avishek Singh, Sanjit Ghanti, and Gitesh Athavale, ZOQQ has achieved what remains uncommon in the fintech sector: scaling to meaningful transaction volume and approaching breakeven without external venture capital. The platform currently serves 15+ enterprise clients across multiple jurisdictions and is delivering consistent, strong year-on-year revenue growth, with a clear line of sight to sustained expansion."Most fintechs are in a race to scale at any cost. We took a different path - building unit economics into the product from day one and proving that disciplined, bootstrapped growth can outperform burn-funded models. We have built something that works. We are now raising capital to accelerate - not to validate."- Avishek Singh, Co-founder, ZOQQA different path in fintechIn a category defined by aggressive capital consumption, ZOQQ stands apart. The company has reached its current scale by:Building unit-level profitability into the product from inceptionServing enterprise clients across multiple jurisdictions with near-zero monthly burnDelivering consistent revenue growth while maintaining positive operating cash flowReaching meaningful scale across global corridors with a lean, focused teamThis positions ZOQQ in a small group of fintech infrastructure businesses that have proven product-market fit and unit economics before raising institutional capital."We built ZOQQ to give enterprises the speed of fintech with the trust of banking. Doing this on a bootstrapped basis is proof that our infrastructure is solving a real problem at scale. The next chapter is about acceleration - deeper coverage, broader product, and a much bigger client footprint."- Gitesh Athavale, Co-founder, ZOQQEnterprise-grade global financial infrastructureZOQQ's platform delivers a unified, API-driven suite of financial products built for the digital economy:Global Multi-Currency Account - Hold and manage funds in 40+ currencies through a unified account structure.Global Card Issuance - Issue branded virtual and physical payment cards across 60+ markets with real-time controls.FX Conversion & Acceptance - Process multi-currency payments and conversions with transparent, real-time rates.Global Payout Solutions - Enable instant, compliant disbursements to partners, employees, and vendors across 190+ countries.Capital to accelerate, not to validateZOQQ is now engaging with select institutional investors to fuel its next phase of growth. Capital from this round will be deployed across three priorities:Regulatory expansion - Deepen the license portfolio and unlock new corridors.Enterprise go-to-market - Scale sales, partnerships, and client success across existing markets.Product velocity - Invest in platform infrastructure to support 10x client growth.The company expects to reach profitability by the end of 2026 or early 2027, providing investors with a rare combination of demonstrated traction, capital efficiency, and a clearly modelled path to sustainable returns.About ZOQQZOQQ is a next-generation fintech platform offering multi-currency banking, cross-border payments, card issuance, and FX solutions for modern enterprises. Built with regulatory-grade compliance, advanced API infrastructure, and global coverage, ZOQQ empowers businesses to transact, manage, and scale their financial operations seamlessly across 190+ countries.Media & Investor ContactAvishek SinghCo-founder, ZOQQavishek@zoqq.comhttps://www.zoqq.com/SOURCE: ZOQQ Copyright 2026 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com

伦敦, 2026年5月5日 - (亚太商讯 via SeaPRwire.com) - 全球企业级金融科技基础设施平台ZOQQ今日宣布，其运营已接近盈亏平衡——这一里程碑完全依靠自筹资金达成，未接受任何外部风险投资。通过其多币种银行服务、发卡及跨境支付解决方案，该公司已处理超过1.5亿美元的交易额，目前正按计划于2026年第四季度或2027年第一季度实现盈利。ZOQQ由金融科技从业者Avishek Singh、Sanjit Ghanti和Gitesh Athavale共同创立，实现了金融科技领域中仍属罕见的成就：在未获得外部风险投资的情况下，交易量已达到可观规模并接近收支平衡。该平台目前为多个司法管辖区的15多家企业客户提供服务，并保持着强劲的年同比增长势头，未来可持续扩张的前景清晰可见。“大多数金融科技公司都在不惜一切代价地竞相扩张。我们选择了另一条道路——从第一天起就将单位经济效益融入产品，并证明了纪律严明、自力更生的增长模式可以超越烧钱型模式。我们打造了一个行之有效的模式。我们现在筹集资金是为了加速发展——而不是为了验证模式。”——ZOQQ联合创始人 Avishek Singh金融科技领域的另类之路在以激进的资本消耗为特征的行业中，ZOQQ独树一帜。该公司通过以下方式发展到了目前的规模：• 从产品诞生之初就将单笔交易的盈利能力融入其中• 为多个司法管辖区的企业客户提供服务，同时将月度现金消耗控制在近乎为零的水平• 在保持正向经营现金流的同时，实现持续的营收增长• 凭借精简且专注的团队，在全球主要金融通道中实现了显著的规模效应这使ZOQQ跻身于少数几家金融科技基础设施企业之列——这些企业在获得机构资本之前，已证明其产品与市场契合度及单笔交易经济效益。“我们创建ZOQQ，旨在为企业提供兼具金融科技速度与银行级信任的服务。在自筹资金的基础上实现这一目标，证明了我们的基础设施正在大规模解决实际问题。” “下一阶段的重点在于加速发展——更深入的覆盖、更广泛的产品线，以及覆盖范围更广的客户群体。”——ZOQQ联合创始人吉特什·阿塔瓦莱企业级全球金融基础设施ZOQQ 平台提供了一套专为数字经济打造的、统一的、基于 API 的金融产品组合：• 全球多币种账户——通过统一的账户结构，持有并管理 40 多种货币的资金。• 全球发卡服务——在 60 多个市场发行带有品牌标识的虚拟和实体支付卡，并支持实时管控。• 外汇兑换与收款——以透明、实时的汇率处理多币种支付与兑换。• 全球支付解决方案——支持向190多个国家的合作伙伴、员工和供应商进行即时且合规的款项发放。融资旨在加速发展，而非验证商业模式ZOQQ目前正与部分机构投资者接洽，以推动下一阶段的增长。本轮融资将重点投向三个方向：1. 监管拓展——深化牌照组合，开拓新业务领域。2. 企业市场拓展——在现有市场中扩大销售规模、深化合作伙伴关系并提升客户成功率。3. 产品迭代速度——投资平台基础设施，以支持客户规模实现10倍增长。公司预计将于2026年底或2027年初实现盈利，为投资者提供市场牵引力、资本效率与可持续回报路径清晰可期的罕见组合。关于ZOQQZOQQ是一家新一代金融科技平台，为现代企业提供多币种银行服务、跨境支付、银行卡发行及外汇解决方案。凭借符合监管标准的合规体系、先进的API基础设施以及全球覆盖网络，ZOQQ助力企业在190多个国家/地区无缝开展、管理并扩展其金融业务。媒体与投资者联系Avishek SinghZOQQ联合创始人avishek@zoqq.comhttps://www.zoqq.com/来源：ZOQQ Copyright 2026 亚太商讯 via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com

NEW YORK, May 4, 2026 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - TaxiNexo, an AI-powered mobility company, recently announced that it began its global strategy years ago, aiming to bring autonomous taxis to major cities worldwide. Currently, the company has already launched autonomous taxi services in New York City and achieved initial success.TaxiNexo continues to expand its autonomous driving network. Following New York, the company will soon officially launch its autonomous taxi service in Los Angeles, further expanding its presence in its key US markets.In addition to the cities already mentioned, TaxiNexo is also targeting other major American cities, including Washington, D.C., San Francisco, and Atlanta, planning to gradually advance testing and commercial operation of autonomous vehicles to build a national smart mobility network.The company stated that its autonomous taxi system, based on an AI-powered dispatch platform and autonomous driving technology, can achieve efficient operation and continuous optimization. In high-frequency urban travel scenarios, this model is expected to improve traffic efficiency and provide users with a more convenient travel experience.The company has long invested in research and development of autonomous driving technology and its expansion into the global market, aiming not only to enter a single city but also to create an autonomous mobility ecosystem spanning multiple cities and countries.In its future development strategy, the company aims to become the world's largest autonomous vehicle operation and rental company and promote the global adoption of autonomous mobility services.Media contactBrand: TaxiNexoContact: Media teamWebsite: https://www.taxinexo.com Copyright 2026 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com

LIMASSOL, CYPRUS, May 4, 2026 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Vaiz, a Cyprus-based work management platform, is growing its user base with a product principle most competitors ignore: zero employee surveillance. The platform has no keystroke logging, no screenshot capture, no mouse tracking, and no automatic activity monitoring. It is a deliberate product decision, not a missing feature.Vaiz combines tasks, documents, and team collaboration in one workspace — without any form of employee activity tracking.The announcement comes as workplace monitoring faces renewed criticism. In April 2026, a major technology company began installing software on employee computers to record keystrokes, mouse movements, and screen activity to train AI models. The decision triggered immediate employee backlash and public debate about the limits of employer surveillance. A growing number of teams are now looking for tools that help them coordinate work without tracking how people spend every minute.Why no-surveillance work management matters nowEmployee monitoring software has grown from a niche practice to a global norm. Adoption rose from 30 percent before the pandemic to 60 percent by 2022. In 2026, the EU AI Act classifies workplace AI monitoring as high-risk and restricts practices such as emotion recognition in employment, with penalties up to 35 million euros or 7 percent of global revenue.Research shows that 31 percent of monitored employees feel micromanaged, and 23 percent report a sense of constant surveillance. For small and mid-sized teams that depend on trust and speed, surveillance tools often cause more harm than the problems they claim to solve. Vaiz was designed for these teams. The platform does not include any automatic activity tracking, screen recording, or behavioural monitoring.What Vaiz offers instead of surveillanceVaiz is a unified work management platform that brings tasks, documents, files, and team discussions into a single workspace. Rather than tracking employee behaviour, the platform makes work visible through structure: task boards, project timelines, milestones, and shared documents that give everyone context without oversight software.The platform connects to over 2,000 applications through Zapier and offers native integrations with Slack, GitHub, and GitLab. Embedded tools include Figma, Miro, YouTube, Vimeo, Swagger, and GraphQL editors. A built-in AI assistant turns goals into task breakdowns, generates project plans, summarises discussions into action items, and improves document clarity. A native MCP server connects Vaiz to AI assistants such as Claude and Cursor, and three public SDKs let developers extend the platform. The full list is available on the integrations page.Vaiz co-founder Konstantin Cherkasov explained the company's position: "We build tools that help teams coordinate their work, not tools that watch people. If a platform needs to capture your screen to know whether you are productive, the problem is not the employee — it is the platform."Switching and pricingVaiz's Migration Center supports one-click imports from Jira, Asana, Trello, YouTrack, Notion, Linear, Monday, ClickUp, and Wrike. Pricing starts with a forever free plan for up to 10 users, no credit card required. The Pro plan costs five US dollars per user per month, and the Premium plan costs nine US dollars per user per month. An Enterprise edition with on-premises deployment is available for organisations with data residency requirements. A 30-day free trial covers all paid plans, and startups qualify for a 50 percent discount.Development paceVaiz today releases version 2.84, which introduces calendar integration. Since September 2025, this is the tenth numbered release. The team has recently moved to a two-week release cycle, accelerating from the previous pace of roughly one major update every three weeks. Earlier releases in 2026 delivered an improved UI, Slack integration, Cursor IDE support, and an iOS app with full desktop parity. The public product roadmap is available on the website.The company's focus is building a connected workspace where teams can plan, execute, and communicate in one place — without tools that treat employees as subjects of observation. More information is available at vaiz.com.About VaizVaiz Ltd was founded in 2024 and is headquartered in Limassol, Cyprus. The company operates a cloud-based work management platform that combines task boards, documents, and automation in one workspace. Vaiz is used by cross-functional teams at startups, product companies, game studios, agencies, and growing businesses.Related linksLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/vaiz/Media contactBrand: VaizContact: Mike BurtonEmail: support@vaiz.comWebsite: https://vaiz.com Copyright 2026 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com

加利福尼亚州美国洛杉矶和法国巴黎, 2026年5月4日 - (亚太商讯 via SeaPRwire.com) - Pacific Avenue Capital Partners（“Pacific Avenue”）是一家专注于企业剥离及其他中型市场复杂交易的全球私募股权投资公司。该公司今日宣布，其关联方已就从全球领先的包装公司之一 Amcor 收购 ESE World（以下简称“公司”或“ESE”）进入独家谈判。ESE 是欧洲领先的塑料及钢制废弃物容器制造商，同时提供相关废弃物管理服务。公司年收入约为3亿欧元，并通过其位于德国（诺伊鲁平和奥尔佩）及法国（克里塞）的三大生产基地，为全球客户提供服务。在 Pacific Avenue Capital Partners 的管理与支持下，ESE World 将重点聚焦于满足客户需求，并推进多项增长举措，包括运营改进、地域扩张以及战略性补充收购。Pacific Avenue 将与 ESE 现有管理团队紧密合作，落实上述战略，加速公司迈入下一阶段的发展。“此次交易标志着 ESE 令人振奋的新一轮增长阶段。该业务与我们由行业领先企业组成的投资组合高度契合，也体现了 Pacific Avenue 作为企业卖方在欧盟及全球范围内处理复杂业务剥离交易时值得信赖的合作伙伴地位。凭借强大的品牌影响力、行业领先的创新能力以及稳固的市场地位，我们期待提供所需的资源与专业支持，以推动长期价值的创造。”—Chris Sznewajs，Pacific Avenue Capital Partners 创始人兼管理合伙人“ESE World 是一家高质量企业，拥有经过验证的产品创新能力以及强大且忠诚的客户基础。Pacific Avenue 很高兴能与 ESE 管理团队展开合作，并通过内生增长及战略性补充收购对业务进行再投资。在坚实的运营基础之上，我们看到了支持 ESE 进入下一阶段增长并实现长期价值创造的重大机遇。”—Xavier Lambert，Pacific Avenue Capital Partners 欧洲区主管兼董事总经理收购 ESE World 标志着 Pacific Avenue 的一个重要里程碑，这是该公司在欧洲的第三笔交易，也是其第二期基金（Fund II）及专注欧洲投资的配套侧车基金（European sidecar）在欧洲的首笔投资。这再次体现了 Pacific Avenue 与全球企业卖方合作、成功完成非核心业务复杂剥离交易的能力。“此次收购是 Pacific Avenue Capital Partners 致力于在欧洲拓展其全球版图的直接成果。自建立欧洲业务布局以来，Pacific Avenue 一直专注于发掘此类机会——由大型企业出售的高质量、具备市场领先地位的业务。我们期待与 ESE World 的管理团队携手，共同书写公司发展的新篇章。”—Chris Sznewajs，Pacific Avenue Capital Partners 创始人兼管理合伙人该交易尚需完成员工代表委员会（works council）的咨询程序，随后方可签署最终的买卖协议。交易预计将于2026年第二季度完成，前提是获得常规的监管批准并满足交割条件。Pacific Avenue 的顾问包括 Willkie Farr & Gallagher LLP、Accuracy 以及 PwC。Amcor 的顾问包括 Greenhill（隶属于 Mizuho Financial Group）以及 Latham & Watkins。关于 Pacific Avenue Capital Partners Pacific Avenue Capital Partners 是一家全球私募股权公司，总部位于洛杉矶，并在法国巴黎设有办事处。公司专注于中端市场的企业剥离及其他复杂交易。Pacific Avenue 拥有丰富的并购与运营经验，能够驾驭复杂交易，并通过运营改进、资本投资和加速增长来释放价值。公司采取协作式的合作方式，与优秀的管理团队携手推动持久且具有战略性的变革，同时帮助企业充分发挥其潜力。截至 2025 年 12 月 31 日，Pacific Avenue 的资产管理规模（AUM）约为 37 亿美元。Pacific Avenue 团队成员在其职业生涯中已完成超过 120 笔交易，其中包括 50 余笔企业剥离，涵盖多个行业。更多信息请访问： www.pacificavenuecapital.com 关于 AmcorAmcor 是全球领先的企业，致力于为营养、健康、美容与养生等多个领域开发和生产负责任的消费品包装及分配解决方案，涵盖多种材料。凭借其全球产品创新能力与可持续发展专业知识，Amcor 每天在全球范围内解决各类包装挑战，生产包括软包装、硬包装、纸盒及封口系统在内的一系列产品，使其在可持续性、功能性及吸引力方面更具优势，服务其客户及终端消费者。Amcor 秉持“赋能客户、塑造生活、守护未来”的企业宗旨，在对安全的坚定承诺支持下，公司拥有超过75,000名员工，在全球40多个国家的400多个运营地点开展业务，年化销售额达230亿美元。欲了解更多信息，请访问：www.amcor.com。联系信息Chris BaddonManaging Directorcbaddon@pacificavenuecapital.com来源: Pacific Avenue Copyright 2026 亚太商讯 via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com

ANNUAL REAL ESTATE HONOURS RETURN AS MARKET SHOWS RESILIENCESINGAPORE, May 4, 2026 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - The 16th edition of the PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards (Singapore) programme is now open to entries as the market continues to demonstrate resilience and adaptability.The 2026 edition of the PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards (Singapore) will celebrate the country's finest real estate at a gala ceremony on Friday, 30 October at The St. Regis Singapore.Top winners will later represent Singapore and vie for the “Best in Asia” accolades at the PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards Grand Final in Bangkok this December.Entries are now open. Key dates for the 2026 edition are:21 August 2026 – Entries Close21-25 September 2026 – Site Inspections28 September 2026 – Final Judging30 October 2026 – Gala Dinner and Awards Ceremony in Singapore11 December 2026 – Regional Grand Final Gala Dinner in Bangkok, ThailandDemand and stabilityThe latest edition of the PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards (Singapore) arrives as the property market shows stability and resilient housing demand. In the first half of 2026, 4,575 private residential units will be tendered under the GLS programme, a figure representing 50% above the decade average. Meanwhile, landed property prices rose 3.4% quarter-on-quarter as of January 2026, outperforming non-landed segments and highlighting buyer urgency for long-term family homes in a tightly restricted market.Considering the market’s evolution, the 16th PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards (Singapore) introduces several new award categories, including Best Condo Developer, Best Housing Architectural Design, Best Sales Gallery Interior Design, and Best Flexible Work Space.Jules Kay, general manager of PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards and Events, said: “Despite global headwinds, Singapore's property market has shown resilience, with steady price growth and sustained developer confidence even at premium price points. This year's international awards showcase Singapore's market dynamism, and with several new categories introduced, we invite industry leaders to showcase their finest developments, designs, and ESG initiatives. Whether you've delivered standout projects or driven innovation in a stable but competitive market, now is the time to demonstrate excellence and raise the bar higher for Singapore property.”Roy Ling, chairperson of the independent panel of judges and CEO, board director, and adjunct professor, FollowTrade, said: “We invite Singapore’s finest real estate developers to showcase their best projects and ESG initiatives at this year’s awards as the market enters a phase of steady, more measured growth. With residential activity stabilising and commercial sectors supported by resilient demand in office and logistics, we look forward to seeing how the industry responds with innovation, quality, and adaptability in this transformative environment.”Organised by PropertyGuru Group, Southeast Asia’s leading PropTech company, the 16th PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards (Singapore) is supported by gold sponsor Mitsubishi Electric Asia; official portal partner PropertyGuru.com.sg; official magazine Property Report by PropertyGuru; media partners D+A Magazine, Gazet International, SquareRooms Magazine, Tatler Asia Homes, and Top 10 of Singapore; supporting association Singapore Estate Agents Association; and official supervisor HLB.For more information, email awards@propertyguru.com or visit the official website: AsiaPropertyAwards.com.ABOUT PROPERTYGURU GROUPPropertyGuru is Southeast Asia's leading1 PropTech company, and the preferred destination for over 32 million property seekers monthly2 to connect with over 50,000 agents3 monthly to find their dream home. PropertyGuru empowers property seekers with more than 2.1 million real estate listings4, in-depth insights, and solutions that enable them to make confident property decisions across Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand, and Vietnam.PropertyGuru.com.sg was launched in Singapore in 2007 and since then, PropertyGuru Group has made the property journey a transparent one for property seekers in Southeast Asia. In the last 18 years, PropertyGuru has grown into a high-growth PropTech company with a robust portfolio including leading property marketplaces and award-winning mobile apps across its markets in Singapore, Malaysia, Vietnam, and Thailand as well as the region's biggest and most respected industry recognition platform - PropertyGuru Asia Property Awards, events, and publications across Asia.For more information, please visit: PropertyGuruGroup.com; PropertyGuru Group on LinkedIn.(1) Based on SimilarWeb data between July 2024 and December 2024.(2) Based on Google Analytics data between July 2024 and December 2024.(3) Based on data between October 2024 and December 2024.(4) Based on data between July 2024 and December 2024.PROPERTYGURU CONTACTS:General Enquiries:Richard Allan Aquino, Head of Brand & Marketing ServicesM: +66 92 954 4154E: allan@propertyguru.com Media & Partnerships: Nate Dacua, Senior Manager, Media and Marketing ServicesM: +66 92 701 2510E: nate@propertyguru.com Sponsorships:Piyachanok Raungpaka, Senior Media & Marketing Services ExecutiveM: +66 94 887 5163E: piyachanok@propertyguru.com  Copyright 2026 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. 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BANGKOK, May 1, 2026 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - The 18th Annual Global CSR & ESG Summit & Awards™ 2026, held on 23 April 2026 at the prestigious Pullman Bangkok Hotel G, concluded with resounding success, welcoming over 150 distinguished delegates from across the globe.Under the bold and forward-looking theme, “AI, Energy & Transition: Resetting ESG in a New Economy,” the summit redefined the traditional conference format—transforming it into a dynamic, emotionally resonant platform that celebrated not only innovation and thought leadership, but also the human impact behind sustainability and ESG transformation.A Powerful Opening: Redefining ESG in a Changing WorldThe summit commenced with an inspiring Opening Keynote by Dr Richard David Hames, Founder & Executive Director, Centre for the Future; Fellow, World Academy of Art & Science.In his address, “Resetting ESG in the New Economy,” Dr Hames challenged conventional ESG paradigms, urging leaders to rethink sustainability in the context of rapid AI advancement, geopolitical shifts, and accelerating energy transitions. He emphasized that ESG must evolve beyond compliance frameworks into a values driven, adaptive system, integrating technological innovation with human-centric leadership and redefining how organizations create long-term value in a rapidly transforming global economy.Navigating Global Complexity: ESG in a New Political and Economic EraThis was followed by an insightful presentation from Prof. Dr Geoffrey Williams, Founder & Director, Williams Business Consultancy Sdn Bhd.In his session, “Sustainability and ESG in the Time of Trump – How AI and Global Changemakers Can Respond,” Prof. Williams explored the evolving intersection of politics, global trade dynamics, and sustainability priorities, examining how shifting geopolitical landscapes and policy uncertainties are reshaping ESG commitments worldwide and influencing corporate strategy, investment flows, and regulatory alignment across regions.Industry Leaders Drive Dialogue on AI, Energy & TransitionThe summit brought together an exceptional lineup of global experts and industry leaders who engaged in high-level discussions across critical ESG themes. These included:Mr Aru David, Director, ASSIST Mekong Region (Vietnam, Cambodia & Thailand)Ms Nikita Asthana, Global Head, Sustainability & Operations Finance, Olam Global Agri Pte LtdMr Amarjit Sandhu, Corporate Vice President, Micron Technology (Singapore & Malaysia)Dr Butra Boonliang, Head of ESG Strategy & Integration, SCGC ThailandMr Alexandre Salesse, Partner, Boston Consulting Group (BCG)Ms Natthatida Tancharoen, Associate Director, Climate Change & Sustainability, KPMG ThailandDr Ely Rashid, Head of Sustainability & Country Manager’s Office, PTTEP Malaysia AssetMr Yoon Tien Ming, Head of CEO Office & Sustainability, Solarvest Holdings BerhadMr Rachit Agarwal, Principal, Boston Consulting Group (BCG)Mr Justin Nga, Director, Decarbonization, APAC, Software & Controls Solutions, GE VernovaMr Poonsit Wongthawatchai, Executive Vice President, Corporate Affairs Division, Bank of Ayudhya Public Company LimitedMs Winnie Khor, Senior Regional Advisor, Resource Development, World Vision East AsiaMr Sukamal Mondal, Vice President, Operations, Sustainability and Community Engagement, Amari Thailand and Oriental Residence BangkokMr Chayathorn Chanruangvanich, ESG & Corporate Sustainability Leader, PwC ThailandMr K Ganesan Kolan De Velu, Partner, Sustainability & Emerging Assurance Leader, Deloitte Southeast AsiaAcross keynote presentations, fireside chats, and panel discussions, speakers explored AI-driven ESG transformation, decarbonisation strategies, sustainable finance, and the balance between technological growth and environmental responsibility, reinforcing the importance of collaboration and innovation in shaping the future of ESG.A Visionary Closing: The Next EconomyThe summit concluded with a powerful Closing Keynote by Summit Chairman Matthias Gelber, Co-Founder and International Ambassador, Dorod Sdn Bhd.In his address, “The Next Economy: AI, Carbon, Food Security & the Human Spirit,” Mr Gelber presented a compelling vision of a rapidly evolving global landscape shaped by technological advancement, climate imperatives, and shifting socio-economic dynamics. He highlighted the interconnectedness of AI innovation, carbon transition, and food security, while emphasizing the importance of human values, resilience, and collective responsibility in navigating the complexities of the next economic era. His address served as a powerful and inspiring conclusion to the summit, leaving delegates with a renewed sense of purpose and direction.Celebrating Excellence: Global CSR & ESG Awards 2026The day culminated in the prestigious Global CSR & ESG Awards™ 2026, recognizing outstanding organizations and leaders driving sustainability excellence worldwide.Opening remarks were delivered by:Ms Anupa Rimal Lamichhane, Lead Regional Environment & Climate Specialist for Asia and the Pacific, IFADMr Srinivasa Popuri, Chief, UN-Habitat Multi-Country Office (MCO), ThailandTheir remarks highlighted the importance of continued collaboration, innovation, and commitment in advancing global ESG agendas.A Cultural Finale: Experiencing the Heart of BangkokOn 24 April 2026, delegates participated in a curated cultural tour across Bangkok, where they experienced a scenic long-tail boat journey along the Chao Phraya River and Bangkok’s historic canals, visited Baan Silapin (The Artist’s House), explored the majestic Wat Paknam Phasi Charoen, immersed themselves in the vibrant atmosphere of Pak Khlong Talat (Flower Market), and enjoyed a guided walk through Bangkok’s historic Chinatown, discovering its rich cultural heritage and dynamic community.About the Global CSR & ESG Summit & Awards™The Global CSR & ESG Summit & Awards™ is a premier international platform dedicated to advancing sustainability, corporate responsibility, and ESG leadership, bringing together global policymakers, business leaders, and innovators to shape the future of responsible business in a rapidly evolving world.Results for the Global CSR & ESG Awards™ 2026Award Categories 2026:Best Environmental Excellence AwardBest Community Programme AwardExcellence in Provision of Literacy & Education AwardEmpowerment of Women AwardBest Workplace Practices AwardCSR & ESG Leadership AwardBest CEO AwardBest Corporate Communications & Investor Relations Team AwardBest Product Excellence AwardBest Country Excellence AwardWinners by Award, Market Capitalization & AchievementBest CEO AwardsPT PLN Indonesia Power UBP Suralaya — Up to USD 500 Million in Market Capitalization — PlatinumAdvanta Enterprises Limited — USD 1 Billion and above in Market Capitalization— PlatinumPT Pertamina EP Zona 7 — USD 1 Billion and Above in Market Capitalization — GoldChevron Thailand Exploration and Production, Ltd. — USD 1 Billion and Above in Market Capitalization — PlatinumBest Corporate Communications & Investor RelationsGodrej Consumer Products Indonesia — Up to USD 500 Million in Market Capitalization — PlatinumBest Environmental Excellence AwardsUp to USD 500 Million in Market CapitalizationPertamina EP Cepu Region 4 – Papua Field — BronzePT Pertamina Hulu Sanga Sanga — Bronze, SilverPertamina EP Cepu Region 4 – Sukowati Field — SilverShinec Joint Stock Company — GoldPT PLN Indonesia Power UBP Suralaya — GoldPT Pertamina Patra Niaga RU III Plaju — GoldPT Kalimantan Prima Persada Jobsite INDE — GoldPertamina EP Cepu Region 4 – Donggi Matindok Field — PlatinumPacific Seeds Thailand (A subsidiary of Advanta Enterprises Ltd) — PlatinumUSD 500 Million to USD 1 Billion in Market CapitalizationPT Maruwai Coal (Alamtri Minerals Indonesia) — PlatinumUSD 1 Billion and Above in Market CapitalizationIndonesia Morowali Industrial Park (IMIP) — BronzePT PLN Indonesia Power UBP Cilegon — BronzePT Pertamina Patra Niaga Aviation Fuel Terminal Supadio — BronzeMicron Technology Malaysia — SilverChevron Thailand Exploration and Production, Ltd. — SilverHirdaramani Vietnam - Fashion Garments Limited — SilverNagaWorld — SilverPT Chandra Asri Pacific Tbk — GoldPTTEP Indonesia — GoldCharoen Pokphand Foods Public Company Limited — GoldPT Pertamina EP Zona 7 — GoldPT Astra International Tbk — GoldPertamina International Shipping — PlatinumBest Community Programme AwardsUp to USD 500 Million in Market CapitalizationPT Pertamina EP Sangatta Field — BronzeBHG Retail REIT — BronzePT Pertamina Patra Niaga FT Maos — BronzePT PLN Indonesia Power UBP Suralaya — BronzePT Pertamina Patra Niaga Integrated Terminal Semarang — SilverPT Pertamina Patra Niaga AFT Sepinggan — SilverPT Pertamina Hulu Energi Jambi Merang — SilverPT PLN Indonesia Power UBP Jateng 2 Adipala — SilverPT Pertamina Patra Niaga AFT Syamsudin Noor — SilverPT Tangkas Cipta Optimal (TACO) — GoldGreenio Company Limited — GoldPertamina EP Cepu Region 4 – Sukowati Field — GoldPT Badak NGL — GoldPT Kalimantan Prima Persada Jobsite INDE — GoldPT Pertamina Patra Niaga Integrated Terminal Banjarmasin — GoldPT Pertamina EP Sangasanga Field — PlatinumUSD 500 Million to USD 1 Billion in Market CapitalizationVNG Group — BronzePhilippine Manufacturing Co. of Murata, Inc. — SilverPT Pertamina Patra Niaga Fuel Terminal Tarakan — SilverPT Pertamina Geothermal Energy Tbk Area Ulubelu — GoldPT Hengjaya Mineralindo — GoldPT Amazon Data Services Indonesia — GoldPertamina EP Cepu Region 4 – Cepu Field — PlatinumUSD 1 Billion and Above in Market CapitalizationIndonesia Morowali Industrial Park (IMIP) — BronzePT Pertamina EP Zona 7 — BronzePT Pertamina Patra Niaga Integrated Terminal Ampenan — BronzeNagaWorld Limited — SilverPT Pertamina Patra Niaga Aviation Fuel Terminal Supadio — SilverPT Chandra Asri Pacific Tbk — SilverPT PLN Indonesia Power Unit Bisnis Pembangkitan Semarang — SilverManulife (Vietnam) Limited — SilverJOB Pertamina-Medco E&P Tomori Sulawesi — SilverCentral Retail — GoldChevron Thailand Exploration and Production, Ltd. — GoldCharoen Pokphand Foods Public Company Limited — GoldPT Petrosea Tbk — GoldPT Pamapersada Nusantara — GoldPT Pertamina Patra Niaga Refinery Unit IV Cilacap — GoldPhu Nhuan Jewelry Joint Stock Company (PNJ) — GoldMicron Technology Malaysia — GoldPT Pertamina EP Zona 7 — GoldAdvanta Enterprises Limited — GoldPertamina International Shipping — GoldPTTEP Energy Development Company Limited the subsidiary of PTT Exploration and Production Public Company Limited — PlatinumExcellence in Provision of Literacy & Education AwardUp to USD 500 Million in Market CapitalizationPacific Seeds Thailand (A subsidiary of Advanta Enterprises Ltd)— BronzePT PLN Indonesia Power UBP Suralaya — SilverPT Kalimantan Prima Persada Job Site BDMA — GoldPT Pertamina Hulu Mahakam — PlatinumUSD 500 Million to USD 1 Billion in Market CapitalizationDole Philippines Inc. - Stanfilco Division — BronzePT Saptaindra Sejati — SilverPT Amazon Data Services Indonesia — GoldPTTEP International Limited (Yangon Branch) — PlatinumUSD 1 Billion and Above in Market CapitalizationIndonesia Morowali Industrial Park (IMIP) — BronzePT Pertamina EP Zona 7 — SilverPT Pertamina Patra Niaga Aviation Fuel Terminal Supadio — SilverTata Consultancy Services Limited — GoldNagaWorld Limited — GoldVinUniversity — GoldViettel Group — PlatinumEmpowerment of Women AwardUp to USD 500 Million in Market CapitalizationPT Pertamina Patra Niaga Integrated Terminal Pontianak — BronzeBHG Retail REIT — SilverPT Mustika Indah Permai — SilverPertamina EP Cepu Region 4 – Sukowati Field — GoldAmazon Development Centre (India) Private Limited — GoldEvermos — PlatinumUSD 500 Million to USD 1 Billion in Market CapitalizationPertamina EP Tanjung Field — PlatinumUSD 1 Billion and Above in Market CapitalizationPT Pertamina Patra Niaga Aviation Fuel Terminal Supadio — SilverPT Pertamina EP Zona 7 — GoldPT Pertamina EP Jambi Field — PlatinumBest Workplace Practices AwardMicron Technology Malaysia — USD 1 Billion and Above in Market Capitalization — PlatinumProduct Excellence AwardsUp to USD 500 Million in Market CapitalizationPT PLN Indonesia Power UBP Suralaya — SilverPertamina EP Cepu Region 4 – Cepu Field — GoldCoMem Natural Cosmeceutics Joint Stock Company — PlatinumUSD 1 Billion and Above in Market CapitalizationPT Pertamina Patra Niaga Aviation Fuel Terminal Supadio — GoldPT Pertamina EP Zona 7 — PlatinumCSR & ESG Leadership AwardsUp to USD 500 Million in Market CapitalizationPertamina EP Cepu Region 4 – JOB Tomori — BronzeCoMem Natural Cosmeceutics Joint Stock Company — SilverPTTEP Sarawak Oil Limited — GoldPT PLN Indonesia Power UBP Suralaya — GoldViettel IDC — GoldNikita Asthana, Olam Global Agri Pte Ltd — PlatinumUSD 500 Million to USD 1 Billion in Market CapitalizationPT Hengjaya Mineralindo — GoldCP Axtra Public Company Limited — PlatinumUSD 1 Billion and Above in Market CapitalizationPertamina Geothermal Energy Area Kamojang — BronzeKasikornbank PCL — SilverHirdaramani Vietnam – Fashion Garments Limited — SilverPT Pertamina EP Zona 7 — SilverBank of Ayudhya Public Company Limited — GoldPT Chandra Asri Pacific Tbk — GoldMicron Technology Malaysia — GoldTata Consultancy Services Limited — GoldChevron Thailand Exploration and Production, Ltd. — PlatinumBest Country Excellence AwardsPTTEP Energy Development Company Limited the subsidiary of PTT Exploration and Production Public Company Limited — Thailand — PlatinumIndonesia Morowali Industrial Park (IMIP) — Indonesia — GoldPT Lami Packaging Indonesia — Indonesia — PlatinumCoMem Natural Cosmeceutics Joint Stock Company — Vietnam — PlatinumMicron Technology Malaysia — Malaysia — PlatinumNagaWorld Limited — Cambodia — PlatinumFor media inquiries, please contact:Eric Khoo (Mr.)Head of Global Events and PartnershipsSustainable Technology CentreEmail: eric.khoo@pinnaclegroup.globalTel: +65 8383 2480 Copyright 2026 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. 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HONG KONG, May 4, 2026 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Taozhu New Creation Bureau, the robotics technology experience brand under Shoucheng Holdings (697.HK), is accelerating its entry into core consumer scenarios. On April 30, Taozhu New Creation Bureau’s Beijing apm store officially commenced operations; on May 1, its Beijing Chaoyang Hopson One store subsequently made its debut. The coordinated launch of two stores in prime commercial districts not only expands the brand’s offline consumer touchpoints, but also marks the further extension of Shoucheng Holdings’ robotics industry strategy from the investment and industrial ends to the mass consumer market.Built around the brand philosophy of “reimagining tradition through innovation,” Taozhu New Creation Bureau targets robotics technology experiences and future lifestyle consumption scenarios. It has created a multifunctional smart living space that integrates robotics displays, immersive experiences, interactive engagement, product sales, after-sales maintenance services, and industrial ecosystem exchange. At the Beijing apm store, demonstrations such as robotic dog walking displays, companion robot Q&A sessions, and smart wearable trials transform cutting-edge technology from static showcases into real consumer experiences, encouraging consumers to move from “watching technology” to “trying technology” and ultimately “buying technology.”Following the Beijing apm store’s role in opening up consumer touchpoints through immersive interaction, the launch of the Beijing Chaoyang Hopson One store further introduces this experience model into high-frequency commercial scenarios, amplifying its value in commercial conversion and scenario validation. Located in the core CBD area, Hopson One benefits from high foot traffic, a young consumer demographic, and strong family consumption frequency. This collaboration is not merely a single-store opening, but a cross-sector upgrade between a commercial district operator and a robotics industry platform. Through robot performances, technology and innovation interaction experiences, holiday-limited promotions, science education courses, and themed events, the two parties aim to create a new traffic engine for “commercial district + technology.” For the commercial district, Taozhu New Creation Bureau can help generate buzz, aggregate foot traffic, and extend customer dwell time. For robotics companies, it provides channels for real user feedback, market validation, sales conversion, and after-sales reach, supporting the transition of cutting-edge robotics products from exhibitions and laboratories into high-frequency consumer scenarios.From the perspective of Shoucheng Holdings’ overall robotics footprint, the significance of Taozhu New Creation Bureau lies in completing the commercialization loop. In recent years, Shoucheng Holdings has continued to deepen its presence across embodied intelligence, humanoid robots, medical robots, service robots, and other fields. Its investment portfolio now includes a number of companies such as Unitree Robotics, Galbot, Narwal Robotics, Xinghaitu, Songyan Dynamics, Weici Technology, and R-robot. The robotics industry is currently at a critical stage of moving from technological breakthroughs toward scaled applications. Companies generally require support from real-world scenarios, sales channels, user data, and after-sales systems. Taozhu New Creation Bureau is therefore assuming the dual role of both an “industrial outlet” and a “consumer gateway.”More notably, leveraging its accumulated capabilities in infrastructure asset operations, industrial space management, fund investment, and the REITs ecosystem, Shoucheng Holdings is building an “investment + application + consumption” industrial model. At the front end, the company secures high-quality robotics enterprises through fund investments; at the midstream level, it promotes technology deployment through industrial spaces and application scenarios; and at the back end, it reaches users and forms a closed loop of transactions and services through consumer channels such as Taozhu New Creation Bureau.For the capital market, the expansion of Taozhu New Creation Bureau offers a new window through which to assess the execution quality of Shoucheng Holdings’ robotics strategy. The long-term value of the robotics industry depends not only on technological advancement, but also on whether products can enter real-life scenarios, generate stable orders, and support sustained repeat purchases. As diversified scenarios such as Shougang Park, Beijing Capital International Airport, Beijing apm, and Hopson One are gradually rolled out, Shoucheng Holdings is advancing its robotics ecosystem from “investing early and investing accurately” toward “selling effectively, being practically usable, and delivering ongoing services.” Market participants noted that Taozhu New Creation Bureau is expected to become one of the closest links to cash flow, users, and scenarios within Shoucheng Holdings’ robotics industry layout.  Copyright 2026 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com

HONG KONG, May 4, 2026 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Commercial competition in the robotics industry is shifting from technology showcases to real-world consumer applications. Taozhu New Creation Bureau, a robotics technology experience brand under Shoucheng Holdings (697.HK), has recently accelerated its rollout in Beijing’s core commercial districts. Following the official opening of its Beijing apm store on April 30, the brand’s Chaoyang Hopson One outlet also debuted on May 1, further strengthening the company’s offline robotics experience network.At the Beijing apm store, Taozhu New Creation Bureau continues to embody its brand philosophy of “reimagining tradition through innovation,” creating an immersive smart living space that integrates product showcases, hands-on experiences, interactive engagement, product sales, and maintenance services. Consumers can interact up close with humanoid robots, companion robots, smart wearable devices, and other products, experiencing how robotics technology is moving from being merely “watchable” to genuinely “usable” across scenarios such as household service assistance, entertainment interaction, and smart living trials.The Chaoyang Hopson One store further enhances Taozhu New Creation Bureau’s commercial appeal within high-traffic retail districts. Centered on the theme of “empowering commerce through technology and driving consumption through innovation,” the store will introduce products from ecosystem partners including Unitree Robotics, Booster Robotics, Vbot, and others. Its product offerings cover quadruped robotic dogs, educational programming robots, smart wearables, smart home devices, and other intelligent equipment. Through robot performances, technology and innovation interactions, science education courses, themed events, and holiday-limited activities, the store aims to attract young consumers, parent-child families, and technology enthusiasts, while converting experiential engagement into consumption. It is positioned as a benchmark project for robotics technology consumption experiences and is expected to support the upgrade of traditional commercial districts into integrated “technology + commerce” scenarios.From the perspective of its Beijing footprint, Taozhu New Creation Bureau has now covered locations including Shougang Park, Beijing Capital International Airport, Beijing apm, and Chaoyang Hopson One, forming a multi-dimensional robotics consumption network that connects industrial landmarks, transportation hubs, and core commercial districts. Shougang Park serves as a venue for industrial showcase and technology experience, the airport store reaches high-mobility traveler groups, while Beijing apm and Hopson One tap into core urban retail consumption scenarios. Together, these locations form the front-end platform for showcasing, experiencing, and selling Shoucheng Holdings’ robotics products.Meanwhile, Taozhu New Creation Bureau is also promoting nationwide replicability. The brand previously made its debut in Chengdu’s Chunxi Road commercial district, leveraging a key consumption landmark in Southwest China to test a consumer pathway combining immersive interaction, on-site experience, and instant purchase. As the brand expands into more core commercial districts in major cities, Taozhu New Creation Bureau is expected to replicate its Beijing model across the national market.For Shoucheng Holdings, Taozhu New Creation Bureau will further complete its robotics commercialization value chain. The company invests in high-quality robotics enterprises at the front end, introduces products into diversified scenarios such as industrial parks, airports, and commercial districts at the midstream level, and completes a closed loop of experience, sales, maintenance, and services through offline stores at the back end. As the robotics industry enters a phase of accelerated application deployment, Taozhu New Creation Bureau is becoming Shoucheng Holdings’ robotics consumption gateway closest to users, orders, and cash flow. Copyright 2026 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com

SINGAPORE, May 4, 2026 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Professional Investment Advisory Services Pte Ltd (“PIAS”) today announced that its management has completed the acquisition of PIAS from Singapore Life Limited (“Singlife”), through the purchase of all its shares in Professional Advisory Holdings Limited (“PAH”), PIAS’s holding company.The change in ownership, approved by the Monetary Authority of Singapore (“MAS”), took effect on 1 May 2026 and was mutually agreed between PIAS management and Singlife. Singlife continues to be a key product provider and partner to PIAS.Singlife will continue to support PIAS in its mission to grow and offer more choice to consumers.  PIAS' management team will assume full ownership of the business and shape its next phase of growth.PIAS representatives will continue to serve clients as usual, with no impact on existing servicing arrangements. Day-to-day operations continue as normal.Following the change in ownership, PIAS will continue to expand its suite of providers and partners across savings, protection and investment solutions. With increasing longevity, a broader range of financial solutions will better position PIAS to support clients along their financial planning journey.About Professional Investment Advisory Services Pte Ltd (PIAS)Professional Investment Advisory Services Pte Ltd (“PIAS”) is a financial advisory firm in Singapore, established in 2001 and licensed by the Monetary Authority of Singapore.As a pioneering financial advisory firm in Singapore, PIAS has close to 25 years of operating experience, having navigated multiple market cycles. It has served over 200,000 families, supporting their financial planning needs across different life stages.PIAS has a network of financial adviser representatives providing advice across savings, insurance and investment planning.For more information, visit www.pias.sg. Media contact:Kamal Samuel Managing Director, Financial PR kamal@financialpr.com.sgRishika Tiwari Senior Consultant, Financial PR rishika@financialpr.com.sg  Copyright 2026 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com