Category: ACN Newswire
Shoucheng Holdings (0697.HK) Combines Dividends and Share Buybacks in Tandem, Returning Approximately HK$6.877 Billion to Shareholders Over Eight Years
HONG KONG, Apr 8, 2026 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Shoucheng Holdings (0697.HK) has continued to step up returns to shareholders. Data shows that since Chairman Zhao Tianyang took office in 2018, the company has returned approximately HK$6.877 billion to shareholders in total, including HK$5.98 billion in cumulative dividends (including announced but not yet distributed dividends for 2026) and HK$897 million in cumulative share buybacks. The parallel implementation of dividends and buybacks demonstrates that, while continuously improving its operating quality, the company is also steadily strengthening its tangible cash returns to investors.Behind Shoucheng Holdings’ high level of shareholder returns lies the support of solid business fundamentals. Looking over a longer time horizon, since Chairman Zhao Tianyang assumed office in early 2018, the company’s total assets have grown from HK$8.186 billion to HK$15.57 billion, representing an approximately 1.9-fold increase over eight year......
Formerra Announces Global Price Increase
CLEVELAND, Ohio, Apr 8, 2026 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Formerra, a leading distributor of performance materials, today announced a global price increase of $0.02 / lb on all products. The increase addresses higher operating costs related to rising material costs, exacerbated by the conflict in the Middle East. The adjustment goes into effect on April 15, 2026, or as contracts otherwise allow. Formerra remains committed to maintaining ample inventory levels and the service excellence our valued customers deserve.Customers should contact their Formerra representative for additional information.About FormerraFormerra is a preeminent distributor of engineered materials, connecting the world's leading polymer producers with thousands of OEMs and brand owners across healthcare, consumer, industrial, and mobility markets. Powered by technical and commercial expertise, it brings a distinctive combination of portfolio depth, supply chain strength, industry knowledge, service, leading e-commerce capabil......
Dwbrobot Launches Zero-Investment Robot Model to Accelerate Industrial Automation
Lyon, France, Apr 7, 2026 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - As global demand for smart manufacturing continues to grow, Dwbrobot has officially launched its advanced robotic solutions platform, designed to help companies improve productivity, streamline operations, and unlock greater efficiency through automation.Dwbrobot focuses on providing intelligent robotic systems to support repetitive tasks and complex industrial processes. By combining automation with business intelligence, the company helps manufacturers improve operational performance while increasing overall profitability.A key highlight of Dwbrobot's products is its "Robotics as a Service" (RaaS) model, which requires no large upfront investment. Traditionally, industrial robots - especially robotic arms used for assembly, welding, and packaging - require significant capital expenditures, making automation difficult for many companies. Dwbrobot's RaaS model enables companies to deploy robotic systems with minimal financial risk, optimizing......
Datavault AI CEO Nathaniel T. Bradley to Deliver Flagship Keynotes on Breakthrough RWA Tokenization at CONV3RGENCE London and AssetRush x Zurich 2026
PHILADELPHIA, PA, Apr 6, 2026 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Datavault AI Inc. ("Datavault AI" or the "Company") (NASDAQ:DVLT), a leader in AI-driven data valuation, monetization, credentialing, digital engagement, and real-world asset (RWA) tokenization technologies, today announced that CEO Nathaniel T. Bradley will deliver high-impact keynote presentations at two premier European financial innovation events this spring.On April 22, 2026, Bradley will headline CONV3RGENCE London & The Digital Commonwealth Awards 2026 at the historic Mansion House in London as Flagship Partner. One month later, on May 21, 2026, he will take center stage as Main Strategic Partner at AssetRush × Zurich 2026, GenTwo's flagship "festival of financial innovation" at Kaufleuten Zurich, delivering the opening speech and a major talk on the future of tokenized assets.These back-to-back European keynotes build on Bradley's upcoming presentation at XRP Tokyo 2026 o......
HKTDC’s response to World Trade Organization’s latest report
HONG KONG, Apr 3, 2026 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - The World Trade Organization’s latest Global Trade Outlook and Statistics report shows that Hong Kong rose to become the world’s fifth-largest trading entity in 2025, climbing two places from the preceding year. The Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) noted that the WTO report fully demonstrated Hong Kong’s continued resilience in merchandise trade. Total trade value continued to grow robustly last year, further reinforcing Hong Kong’s position as an international trading hub. Hong Kong’s achievement is attributable to the institutional advantages under the “One Country, Two Systems” principle, as well as its free and open business environment.This year marks the beginning of the national 15th Five-Year Plan. The Plan supports Hong Kong in better integrating into national development, consolidating and enhancing its status as an international financial, shipping and trade centre, while developing into......
The Full Spectrum of K-Culture in One Place: “2026 MyK FESTA” to Open June 25
Goyang, Korea, Apr 3, 2026 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - The 2026 MyK FESTA, a comprehensive K-culture event hosted by the Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism (Minister CHAE Hwi-young, hereinafter "MCST") and organized by the Korean Foundation for International Cultural Exchange (President Park Chang Sik, hereinafter "KOFICE"), will be held for four days, from June 25 (Thu) to 28 (Sun), at KINTEX and SONO Calm GOYANG in Goyang, Gyeonggi Province.Next-Generation Star Lee Chae Min Appointed as Official AmbassadorActor Lee Chae Min has been appointed as the official ambassador for this year's event. Lee has garnered global recognition as a rising star through the drama Bon Appétit, Your Majesty. Additionally, he is also widely known among K-pop audiences worldwide, bolstered by his extensive experience as a music show MC. KOFICE stated that Lee was selected in recognition of his fresh and sophisticated image as a rising K-culture icon, which closely aligns with the values of MyK FESTA. As ......
Datavault AI CEO Nathaniel Bradley to Present DataValue(R), DataScore(R), and Information Data Exchange(R) Technologies at XRP Tokyo 2026
PHILADELPHIA, PA, Apr 3, 2026 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Datavault AI Inc. ("Datavault AI" or the "Company") (NASDAQ:DVLT), a leader in data monetization, credentialing, digital engagement, and real-world asset ("RWA") tokenization technologies, today announced that CEO Nathaniel (Nate) T. Bradley will present and exhibit the Company's DataValue®, DataScore®, Data Vault Bank® AI Agent, and patented Information Data Exchange® technologies at XRP Tokyo 2026 on April 7, 2026, at Happo-en in Tokyo, Japan.Bradley's presentation, "Data-Driven RWA Tokenization: Unlocking Japan's Trillion-Yen Opportunity on the XRP Ledger," will demonstrate how Datavault AI's platforms support secure, AI-powered tokenization of real estate, commodities, and other high-value assets in Japan's regulation-friendly market.Japan has emerged as Asia's leading real-world asset tokenization market, with institutional platforms such as Progmat (MUFG-backed) managing approximately ¥440 billion (~$2.8 billion ......
U.S. Polo Assn. Supports Division I National Intercollegiate Championship, Showcasing the Future of the Sport of Polo
West Palm Beach, FL, Apr 2, 2026 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - U.S. Polo Assn., the official sports brand of the United States Polo Association (USPA), proudly supported the Division I National Intercollegiate Championship (NIC), held March 19-22, 2026, near Dallas, Texas, at the Prestonwood Polo & Country Club. As the highest level of collegiate polo in the United States, the NIC brings together the nation's top student-athletes to compete for national titles.2026 Division I Women's National Intercollegiate Champions, University of South Carolina - Aiken Polo Team Winifred Branscum, Madison Jordan, and Brianna Jordan; 2026 Division I Men's National Intercollegiate Champions, University of North Texas Polo Team Alec Felhaber, Niklaus Felhaber, Johann Felhaber, Mosiah Gravesande, Sebastian Celis GuerreroPhoto Credit: @oanaphotoAs a proud supporter of the USPA's Intercollegiate/Interscholastic (I/I) Program, U.S. Polo Assn. continues to invest in the next generation of polo players. For the 2026 NIC,......
Founders Metals Makes First Discovery at Antino North; Drills 17.22 g/t Au over 3.6 m within 24.6 m of 2.81 g/t Au
Vancouver, BC, Apr 2, 2026 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Founders Metals Inc. (TSXV: FDR) (OTCQX: FDMIF) (FSE: 9DL0) ("Founders" or the "Company") announces a new high-grade gold discovery at its Antino Gold Project ("Antino" or "Project") in southeastern Suriname. The Company reports high-grade gold mineralization from surface, returning 17.22 grams per tonne (g/t) gold (Au) over 3.6 metres (m) within a broader 24.6 m interval grading 2.81 g/t Au, in the first-ever drillhole in the Antino North area (Figure 1).HighlightsFirst ever Antino North drilling delivers exceptional results from surface in the first drillhole (AN001)24.6 m of 2.81 g/t Au including 3.60 m of 17.22 g/t Au from 1.5 m down hole13.5 m of 0.44 g/t Au from 54.6 mFirst drillhole testing one of twelve gold-bearing structures identified to date at Antino NorthSurface work continues:Over 4,500 auger samples to date in 2026Total combined strike length of mapped shear zones on surface is 5.3 kmSecond Antino North drill now turning on p......
Luxury NEV Enterprise Seres Hits Record High Revenue of RMB164.89 Billion in 2025, Maintaining Positive Profitability for Second Consecutive Year
HONG KONG, Apr 2, 2026 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Luxury new energy vehicle (NEV) enterprise Seres officially released its 2025 annual results on March 30, with several core financial indicators recording steady growth and profitability continuing to strengthen for the second consecutive year, attracting widespread market attention.The results report shows that in 2025, Seres achieved revenue of approximately RMB164.89 billion with a year-on-year increase of 13.63%, net profit attributable to shareholders of the listed company was RMB5.96 billion and R&D investment reached RMB12.51 billion, a year-on-year increase of 77.4%. The Company also announced a proposed final dividend of RMB0.8 per share (tax included), totaling approximately RMB1.9 billion in cash dividends, reflecting its commitment to rewarding shareholders.In terms of sales performance, Seres' NEV sales continued to maintain a high level. Annual sales in 2025 reached 472,269 units, representing a year-on-year increase of 10.63%. The ......
Dialogue with HighTide Therapeutics’ CMO Dr. Filip Surmont: Moving Beyond the “Blockbuster” Legacy to Reshape Kidney Disease Treatment Through a Dual-Mechanism Approach
HONG KONG, Apr 2, 2026 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Across the landscape of global biotech companies, the appointment of a senior executive often serves as a "barometer"—offering insights into a company's pipeline potential and reflecting how industry veterans gauge the sector’s future.A clear signal of the company’s growth arrived in February 2026, when HighTide Therapeutics (2511.HK) announced a high-profile executive appointment: Dr. Filip Surmont joined the company as Chief Medical Officer (CMO).For professionals in the cardiovascular, renal, and metabolic fields, this is a name that carries real weight. Over a career spanning three decades, Dr. Surmont has held senior medical leadership roles at multinational giants including Wyeth, Pfizer, and AstraZeneca. Among his most notable contributions was his role in the global strategic development of the SGLT-2 inhibitor dapagliflozin — a landmark effort that required close collaboration across functions and geographie......
TransNusa Strengthens Domestic Network Connection with New Route Launch and Increased Scheduled Flight Frequency
TransNusa Launches New Scheduled Flight Connecting Jakarta With Lombok, Its World Class Surfing Island DestinationJAKARTA, Apr 2, 2026 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - TransNusa has announced the launch of a new direct scheduled flight connecting Jakarta and Lombok, further strengthening access to one of Indonesia’s key tourism and regional travel hubs.TransNusa Airlines Group Chief Executive Officer, Datuk Bernard Francis said that the introduction of this new route comes on the back of the airline’s focus to increase and strengthen connectivity while boosting domestic tourism.“Lombok is not only rapidly growing as a domestic and international tourist destination but the island is also the main gateway for tourism in the West Nusa Tenggara region through its Lombok International Airport,” Datuk Francis said, adding that Lombok attracts more than 1.2 million tourists annually.LOMBOK… Paradise of divers and surfersLombok is home to the diving haven Gili and Mount Rinjani Nati......
RMB 2 Billion Investment Leverages Approximately RMB 8 Billion in Book Value Gains: Shoucheng Holdings (0697.HK) Enters the Monetization Phase of Its Robotics Investments
HONG KONG, Apr 2, 2026 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Shoucheng Holdings’ (0697.HK) investments in the robotics sector are moving from early-stage positioning toward value realization.Management has disclosed that, by the end of 2025, the Company—through multiple industry funds under its management—had cumulatively invested more than RMB 2 billion across the broader robotics industry chain, covering more than 20 companies. According to the Chairman’s Statement for 2025, the valuation of the investment portfolio of the Beijing Robot Industry Development Investment Fund (Limited Partnership) increased by approximately fourfold. On that basis, the corresponding unrealized book gain is estimated at around RMB 8 billion. The robotics business has therefore become one of the most closely watched sources of incremental upside for Shoucheng Holdings in the near term.Based on disclosed projects, Shoucheng Holdings’ robotics strategy is not a series of isolated bets, but rather a sys......
Datavault AI Inc. (NASDAQ: DVLT) and Demora Foundation Execute Technology Integration Agreement to Power the K-Entertainment & K-Wave Global Platform
PHILADELPHIA, PA AND WILMINGTON, DE, Apr 2, 2026 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Datavault AI Inc. (NASDAQ:DVLT), an AI-driven data monetization, RWA tokenization, and Web 3.0 infrastructure company, and Demora Foundation, the Delaware-incorporated governing organization of the Demora Chain ecosystem (governed under JP3E Holdings Inc.), today announced the execution of a Technology Integration Agreement establishing Datavault AI as the formal AI data intelligence and RWA tokenization technology partner for the K-Entertainment & K-Wave Global Platform - the integrated K2Global + Demora Foundation ecosystem that converts Korean cultural IP, live entertainment, and K-Wave soft power into institutional-grade, on-chain financial products, deployed across three US Innovation K-Wave Cities: Atlanta (GA), Dallas (TX), and New York Tri-State.K-WAVE AUDIENCE SCALE200M+Global Hallyu Fans · 156 Countries$40B+K-Wave Annual Economic Impact (KOFICE 2024)$14B+K-Pop Revenue 2......
JDE Peet’s Goes Live with OMP’s Unison Planning(TM), Accelerating Supply Chain Value at Scale
ANTWERPEN, BELGIUM, Apr 1, 2026 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - OMP, a leader in supply chain planning solutions, has partnered with global pure-play coffee leader JDE Peet's to deliver advanced end-to-end supply chain planning. With Unison Planning™ now live, JDE Peet's will improve planning accuracy, reduce inventory costs, and improve overall agility.The go-live marks the first wave of IRIS (Intelligent, Responsive, and Integrated Supply Chain Planning), JDE Peet's transformation program to advanced supply chain planning. Designed to optimize end-to-end planning processes and cross-functional collaboration, IRIS aims to accelerate agility and improve decision-making in an increasingly challenging coffee market. The program is being rolled out toward manufacturing units and markets globally through 2026.Improving planning accuracy, reducing costs, and boosting agilityOver eighteen months, JDE Peet's developed a new supply chain planning framework in close collaborati......
GMG Verified by Advanced Carbons Council & Successful ISO9001 Audit
BRISBANE, AUS, Apr 1, 2026 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Graphene Manufacturing Group Ltd (TSXV: GMG) (OTCQX: GMGMF) ("GMG" or the "Company") is pleased that the Advanced Carbons Council (the "ACC") has certified GMG as a Verified Graphene Producer.The Verified Graphene Producer program is an independent 3rd party verification by the ACC of not just the material, but it includes an in-person visit of the production facilities. This makes it unique in that the ACC verify the source of the material as coming directly from the production stream while using world-class characterization labs to test the material.To view an enhanced version of this graphic, please visit: https://images.newsfilecorp.com/files/8082/290829_3bb80a87648f4a4f_001full.jpgThe Verified Graphene Producer program follows the Graphene Classification Framework (GCF) and the currently published international standards, including: ISO/TS 9651:2025 Nanotechnologies - Classification framework for graphene-related 2D mater......
Datavault AI Returns a Second Time for Exclusive Investor Forum at Mar-a-Lago
PHILADELPHIA, PA, Apr 1, 2026 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Datavault AI Inc. (NASDAQ:DVLT) CEO Nate Bradley will present at a private investor round table on Thursday, April 02, 2026, at The Mar-a-Lago Club in Palm Beach, Florida, marking his second invitation to the venue in two months following a strong institutional reception in February.The invitation follows presentations Bradley delivered earlier this week to leading global attorneys on AI applications in legal practice and data governance. The return engagement comes amid growing institutional interest in Datavault AI's approach to data monetization, verified credentialing, and real-world asset tokenization. It reflects growing market recognition of Datavault AI's differentiated position at the intersection of data ownership, tokenization, and AI-enabled revenue generation.The April round table builds on momentum from Bradley's February 11 Mar-a-Lago engagement, where the Company outlined $49 million in fourth-quarter 2025 tokenizatio......
Four leading spring tech fairs will take place in April, featuring over 3,700 exhibitors
HONG KONG, Apr 1, 2026 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - The Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC) will stage four flagship technology fairs this April, including InnoEX, jointly organised by the Innovation, Technology and Industry Bureau (ITIB) of the HKSAR Government and the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC), Hong Kong Electronics Fair (Spring Edition) (EFSE), Hong Kong International Lighting Fair (Spring Edition) (LFSE) and Smart Lighting Expo (SLE), all at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre. The four major technology fairs bring together over 3,700 exhibitors from 28 countries and regions.InnoEX and the EFSE will be held concurrently from 13 to 16 April, showcasing a wide spectrum of innovation and technology as well as industry applications. The fairs will feature global innovation and technology achievements, cutting-edge electronic products and advanced technology solutions, driving breakthroughs across multiple sectors and off......
True IDC Pushes “Security Economy”, Breaking Ground on Mega Data Center in EEC with 77-Billion-Baht BOI Investment, Cementing Thailand’s No. 1 Position
BANGKOK, Apr 1, 2026 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - True Internet Data Center Co., Ltd. (True IDC), Thailand’s largest data center and cloud service provider under Charoen Pokphand Group, has announced the development of a new mega data center in a strategic location within the Eastern Economic Corridor (EEC). As one of several major projects approved under a Board of Investment (BOI) promotion totaling over 77 billion THB, this mega-project aims to drive the “Security Economy,” strengthen Data Sovereignty, and elevate Thailand’s competitiveness in the fully realized digital and AI era.The first phase is scheduled to be operational by 2027.Specifically engineered to support the exponential growth of cloud, digital, and AI systems, the new AI Hyperscale facility will boast a total power capacity of up to 250 MW. It features a fully modular architecture and a ready platform play strategy, enabling faster construction, seamless system deployment, and a quicker speed-to-market servic......
China Risun (01907.HK) Reports Strong 37.7% Net Profit Surge in 2025 Amid Industry Challenges
HONG KONG, Apr 1, 2026 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - China Risun Group Limited ("China Risun" or the "Company", together with its subsidiaries, the "Group"; Stock Code: 1907.HK), a leading global integrated coke, coking chemicals, and refined chemicals producer and supplier, as well as a relevant operation management services provider, recently announced its audited consolidated results for the year ended December 31, 2025. The financial report reveals that, despite a market environment characterized by cyclical downturns in the prices of major products, the Group achieved a significant increase in net profit through effective cost control, operational optimization, and business structure adjustment, while continuing to make breakthroughs in the fields of hydrogen energy and high-end refined chemicals.Financial Performance: Profit Growth and Improved Operational EfficiencyFor the 2025 financial year, the Group recorded a revenue of approximately RMB 39.286 billion, representing a year-on-year decrease ......