‘Konfederasi Anti Kartel Amerika’: Strategi AS untuk melawan teror narkoba, hadapi China, musuh lain

(SeaPRwire) - PERTAMA DI FOX: Amerika Syarikat sedang memajukan strategi keselamatan hemisfera yang luas bertujuan untuk membongkar organisasi jenayah transnasional dan melawan kehadiran saingan geopolitik yang semakin meningkat di seluruh Amerika Latin, menurut Joseph M. Humire, Timbalan Setiausaha Perang bertindak untuk Pertahanan Tanah Air dan Hal Ehwal Keselamatan Amerika.Di tengah-tengah usaha ini adalah "Shield of the Americas" (Perisai Amerika), inisiatif berbilang lapisan yang direka untuk menyepadukan keupayaan ketenteraan, perisikan dan penguatkuasaan undang-undang di kalangan negara rakan dalam Hemisfera Barat."Shield of the Americas adalah bingkai presiden untuk membentuk perkongsian di Hemisfera Barat. Americas Counter Cartel Coalition (Koalisi Menentang Kartel Amerika) termasuk di dalamnya, tetapi ia bukan eksklusif untuknya. Kini kita mempunyai 18 anggota dalam koalisi. Dan dalam Shield, terdapat 13 negara," kata Humire."Proklamasi yang ditandatangani Presiden Trump pada 7 Mac, bertumpu pada koalisi, dan koalisi bertumpu pada mendapatkan negara rakan di Amerika Latin untuk mula melihat operasi yang diketuai rakan dan berfokus pada halangan terhadap infrastruktur dan sasaran kartel di dalam wilayah berdaulat mereka, sama ada di darat atau di wilayah maritim."Humire berkata, "Pada masa lalu, kita akan memberikan latihan, pembinaan kapasiti dan pelbagai perkara kepada rakan kita agar mereka dapat menyasar kartel. Apa yang berbeza dalam pentadbiran ini adalah kita kini menemani rakan kita untuk menyasar ancaman bersama. Dalam beberapa kes, kita sudah mendapat kebenaran untuk berbuat demikian, seperti di Ecuador, di mana kita mendapat kebenaran daripada Presiden Daniel Noboa bukan sahaja untuk menasihati dan membantu tentera beliau semasa mereka menjalankan operasi menentang pengganas narkotik, tetapi juga menemani tentera beliau semasa menjalankan operasi tersebut."Humire berkata, "Perbezaan kedua berbanding pentadbiran sebelum ini adalah kita sedang menumpukan pada operasi berfokus halangan, yang bermaksud kita menggalakkan rakan kita menggunakan kuasa keras untuk memberikan isyarat kepada kartel sebagai pelengkap kepada penghalangan. Kita masih menangkap narkotik. Kita masih menangkap ahli kartel utama. Kita juga kini memusnahkan infrastruktur kartel dan dalam beberapa kes, menyingkirkan ahli kartel. Itu adalah sesuatu yang baru.""Mexico bukan anggota koalisi. Kita teruja dengan operasi baru-baru ini Mexico terhadap El Mencho. Itu adalah operasi serangan terhadap individu bernilai tinggi yang berkait dengan kartel utama. Kita mengharapkan Mexico menjadi anggota pada masa akan datang. Hubungan kita dengan Mexico sangat kukuh dari segi ketenteraan. Kita telah melakukan banyak latihan dan pembinaan kapasiti dengan Mexico. Tetapi setakat hari ini, kita masih tiada tentera AS yang menemani Mexico di dalam wilayah berdaulat negara itu," katanya."Mexico, seperti banyak negara, melihat apa yang berlaku di Venezuela dan kini memahami bahawa terdapat rakan pilihan di dalam Hemisfera Barat dan di dunia, iaitu Amerika Syarikat, bukan China, Rusia atau Iran."Tindakan Pentagon di bawah rangka kerja ini termasuk penggantian aset pengawasan tambahan, operasi siasatan maritim yang dipertingkatkan, dan penyepaduan keupayaan siber untuk menjejaki dan mengganggu rangkaian haram. Ia juga telah memberi keutamaan kepada usaha pembinaan kapasiti untuk mengukuhkan keupayaan negara rakan untuk mengekalkan operasi menentang kartel jangka panjang.Humire meneruskan, "Ini adalah usaha bersejarah untuk menjadikan Hemisfera Barat sebagai keutamaan serantau utama untuk keselamatan nasional AS dengan cara yang belum pernah kita lakukan sebelum ini. Presiden Trump telah membuat peralihan monumental dalam dasar luar dan keselamatan nasional AS."Di luar aktiviti kartel, inisiatif ini mencerminkan kebimbangan yang semakin meningkat terhadap pengaruh China, Rusia dan Iran di rantau ini.Pelabagaan infrastruktur China yang berkembang dengan potensi ganda guna, rangkaian berkait Iran yang terikat dengan kewangan haram dan aktiviti proksi serta kempen disinformasi Rusia adalah ancaman utama terhadap kestabilan rantau.Untuk melawan usaha ini, Pentagon telah meningkatkan kerjasama perisikan dengan kerajaan sekutu, memperluaskan inisiatif keselamatan siber bersama, dan menyokong usaha untuk melindungi infrastruktur kritikal daripada kawalan atau eksploitasi asing. Penglibatan ketenteraan-ke-ketenteraan juga telah dipertingkatkan untuk mengukuhkan keselarasan dengan keutamaan strategik AS."Sejak Setiausaha Hegseth dan Setiausaha Rubio pergi ke Panama tahun lepas, China mempunyai pengaruh yang jauh lebih kurang di negara itu. Mereka kehilangan akses ke pelabuhan dan tidak lagi memajukan pelabagaan mereka," kata Humire."China juga mempunyai banyak pengaruh ke atas kerajaan Panama. Pengaruh itu sudah tiada lagi. Panama telah menarik diri dari Belt and Road Initiative (Inisiatif Laluan Sabit dan Jalan), menjadi negara pertama di Amerika Latin yang melakukannya. Dari Jabatan Perang, kita telah bekerjasama dengan Panama untuk membina kehadiran kekal di Terusan Panama yang termasuk sekolah operasi hutan di sisi Atlantik, dan kumpulan operasi keselamatan bersama di sisi Pasifik. Semua ini adalah untuk meningkatkan keselamatan Terusan Panama."Humire meneruskan, "Usaha penstabilan di Venezuela berjalan dengan baik. Walaupun hubungan Maduro yang sangat rapat dengan Iran, China dan Rusia, ini tidak cukup untuk mempertahankannya. Selepas Operation Absolute Resolve (Operasi Penyelesaian Mutlak), kita melihat ketegangan di kalangan aktor luar yang berbeza ini, kerana walaupun mereka mempunyai tahap kerjasama, mereka tidak mempunyai kepentingan yang sama sepenuhnya.""Ini dibuktikan oleh fakta bahawa sebelum, semasa dan selepas Operation Absolute Resolve, wederajat Rusia, China, Iran, malah Cuba pun tidak dapat melakukan apa-apa untuk mengekalkan Nicolas Maduro di kerusi kuasa. Mereka mungkin menghantar beberapa peralatan dan senjata, tetapi itu tidak melindungi Maduro daripada operasi itu, dan keselamatan Cuba yang berada bersamanya tidak dapat melindunginya. Rusia, China, Iran atau Cuba tidak dapat menghentikan tindakan ketenteraan AS yang sangat berjaya dalam menyokong penguatkuasaan undang-undang AS.""Mesej kepada semua negara di Amerika Latin, dan sebenarnya dunia, adalah mereka perlu berfikir dua kali apabila bekerjasama dengan Rusia, China atau Iran kerana perkongsian itu tidak menghasilkan hasil," kata Humire.Sebagai sebahagian daripada strategi hemisfera yang lebih luas, pentadbiran juga sedang menyesuaikan semula dasar terhadap Cuba, melihat pulau itu sebagai kebimbangan keselamatan yang berterusan kerana hubungannya dengan musuh AS."White House (Rumah Putih) mengetuai perbincangan dengan Cuba selepas Venezuela. Cuba bergantung kepada minyak bersubsidi dari Venezuela, sebagai pertukaran untuk perkhidmatan keselamatan. Tetapi perkhidmatan keselamatan itu tidak banyak membantu Venezuela apabila ia diperlukan, jadi saya percaya terdapat sedikit ketegangan antara kerajaan Cuba dan Venezuela," katanya."Hemisfera Barat adalah kawasan kita; ia berkait rapat dengan pertahanan tanah air AS. Pertahanan hemisfera adalah dan sentiasa menjadi bahagian utama pertahanan tanah air AS. Mengakui ini adalah sebabnya Hemisfera Barat kini menjadi keutamaan utama untuk pentadbiran Trump dan terutamanya untuk Jabatan Perang, seperti yang dicerminkan oleh dasar rasmi dalam 2025 National Security Strategy (Strategi Keselamatan Nasional 2025) dan 2026 National Defense Strategy (Strategi Pertahanan Nasional 2026)," kata Humire kepada Digital.Artikel ini disediakan oleh pembekal kandungan pihak ketiga. SeaPRwire (https://www.seaprwire.com/) tidak memberi sebarang waranti atau perwakilan berkaitan dengannya. Sektor: Top Story, Berita Harian SeaPRwire menyampaikan edaran siaran akhbar secara masa nyata untuk syarikat dan institusi, mencapai lebih daripada 6,500 kedai media, 86,000 penyunting dan wartawan, dan 3.5 juta desktop profesional di seluruh 90 negara. SeaPRwire menyokong pengedaran siaran akhbar dalam bahasa Inggeris, Korea, Jepun, Arab, Cina Ringkas, Cina Tradisional, Vietnam, Thai, Indonesia, Melayu, Jerman, Rusia, Perancis, Sepanyol, Portugis dan bahasa-bahasa lain.
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Bagaimana CEOs Berhadapi Guncangan Tenaga Terbesar Sejarahnya

Dalam CEO Daily hari ini: Diane Brady melaporkan reaksi CEO tenaga terhadap perang di Iran. Berita utama: Kesan rantaian daripada pembantu AI Mark Zuckerberg. Pasaran: Bercampur-campur di peringkat global memandangkan ketidakpastian menyelubungi perang Iran. Tambahan: Semua berita dan perbualan santai daripada . (SeaPRwire) - Selamat pagi. Pemimpin tenaga dari seluruh dunia berada di Houston sekarang untuk perhimpunan tahunan CERAWeek, yang dianjurkan oleh S&P Global. Tema utama, sudah tentu, adalah penutupan berkesan Selat Hormuz, yang telah memutuskan 20% bekalan minyak mentah dan gas asli cecair dunia, sekali gus mewujudkan kejutan bekalan tenaga global yang paling hebat pernah berlaku. Seperti yang dilaporkan oleh Editor Tenaga , Jordan Blum dari Houston, CEO Chevron, Mike Wirth percaya harga minyak mungkin terlalu rendah. Seperti yang diberitahu oleh Wirth kepada para hadirin: “Terdapat manifestasi fizikal yang sangat nyata daripada penutupan Selat Hormuz yang sedang memberi kesan ke seluruh dunia melalui sistem yang saya rasa belum dinilai sepenuhnya.” Malah, negara-negara Asia yang terjejas teruk sedang berusaha untuk menyimpan stok dan menjimatkan tenaga melalui usaha bekerja dari rumah, penutupan sekolah, dan banyak lagi. Perang ini juga melumpuhkan bekalan helium dan baja, yang menjejaskan pembuat cip dan petani. (Saham dan juga Bitcoin meningkat pada hari Isnin susulan berita mengenai kemungkinan rundingan damai.) Sejumlah pemimpin Timur Tengah tidak berada di Houston minggu ini kerana konflik tersebut: CEO Saudi Aramco, Amin Nasser menarik diri manakala yang lain mengambil bahagian secara maya. Sheikh Nawaf Al-Sabah, CEO Kuwait Petroleum Corporation (KPC) milik kerajaan, dijadualkan untuk mengambil bahagian secara maya hari ini. Ahmed Al Jaber, menteri tenaga dan teknologi canggih UAE serta ketua Abu Dhabi National Oil Co (Adnoc), memberikan ucapan maya semalam di mana beliau berkata “menjadikan Selat Hormuz sebagai senjata bukanlah satu tindakan pencerobohan terhadap satu negara. Ia adalah keganasan ekonomi terhadap setiap negara.” Walaupun CEO AS mungkin tidak menghadapi kesan langsung dari segi bekalan tenaga, mereka perlu berhadapan dengan akibat lain. Saya bercakap mengenai perkara itu dengan para CEO pada majlis makan malam kami di New York minggu lalu, serta beberapa eksekutif yang dalam perjalanan ke CERAWeek. Ada yang secara senyap menyuarakan sentimen pemimpin politik yang mengatakan menghentikan Iran adalah perlu untuk kemakmuran serantau; yang lain meluahkan kemarahan terhadap kos yang dikenakan ke atas syarikat mereka akibat perang yang tidak mereka mulakan. Kesemuanya sedang menguruskan akibatnya, menyedari bahawa kesan buruknya mungkin berterusan lama selepas sebarang perjanjian damai dicapai. Seperti yang dinyatakan oleh seseorang: “Perang ini telah menyebabkan kerosakan yang berpanjangan kepada kawan dan lawan.” Pastikan anda mengikuti liputan Jordan mengenai berita yang keluar dari CERAWeek dan Timur Tengah.Hubungi CEO Daily melalui Diane Brady di diane.brady@.comArtikel ini disediakan oleh pembekal kandungan pihak ketiga. SeaPRwire (https://www.seaprwire.com/) tidak memberi sebarang waranti atau perwakilan berkaitan dengannya. Sektor: Top Story, Berita Harian SeaPRwire menyampaikan edaran siaran akhbar secara masa nyata untuk syarikat dan institusi, mencapai lebih daripada 6,500 kedai media, 86,000 penyunting dan wartawan, dan 3.5 juta desktop profesional di seluruh 90 negara. SeaPRwire menyokong pengedaran siaran akhbar dalam bahasa Inggeris, Korea, Jepun, Arab, Cina Ringkas, Cina Tradisional, Vietnam, Thai, Indonesia, Melayu, Jerman, Rusia, Perancis, Sepanyol, Portugis dan bahasa-bahasa lain.
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Zelenskyy berkata Ukraina mempunyai bukti Rusia membantu Iran dengan perisikan kewangan

Zelenskyy berkata Ukraina mempunyai bukti Rusia membantu Iran dengan perisikan

(SeaPRwire) - Presiden Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy, yang negaranya telah berperang melawan Rusia selama bertahun-tahun, mengatakan Kyiv mempunyai bukti bahawa Moscow sedang memberikan sokongan risikan kepada Iran."Laporan oleh Ketua Perisikan Pertahanan Ukraine Oleh Ivashchenko. Pertama, kami mempunyai bukti yang tidak dapat disangkal bahawa Rusia terus memberikan risikan kepada rejim Iran. Rusia menggunakan keupayaan perisikan isyarat dan perisikan elektronik sendiri, serta sebahagian daripada data yang diperoleh melalui kerjasama dengan rakan kongsi di Timur Tengah," sebahagian daripada catatan di akaun X Zelenskyy menyatakan."Terdapat semakin banyak bukti bahawa Rusia terus memberikan sokongan risikan kepada rejim Iran," Zelenskyy menyatakan sebahagian daripada catatan lain. "Dengan membantu rejim Iran terus bertahan dan menyerang dengan lebih tepat, Rusia secara berkesan memanjangkan perang. Mesti ada tindak balas."Amerika Syarikat dan Israel melancarkan perang terhadap Iran lebih tiga minggu lalu.Presiden AS Donald Trump menunjukkan dalam catatan Truth Social pada Isnin bahawa AS sedang terlibat dalam perbincangan dengan Iran.Dalam catatan semua huruf besar pada Isnin pagi, presiden berkata dalam tempoh dua hari lalu AS dan Iran telah terlibat dalam perbincangan mengenai penyelesaian konflik. Beliau berkata perbincangan akan diteruskan sepanjang minggu dan beliau telah mengarahkan Jabatan Perang untuk menangguhkan serangan terhadap infrastruktur tenaga di Iran selama lima hari.Kementerian Luar Iran menafikan bahawa ia terlibat dalam perbincangan dengan Amerika, menurut media kerajaan, menunjukkan "tiada dialog" dengan Tehran dan D.C., lapor The Wall Street Journal."Ya, terdapat inisiatif daripada negara-negara serantau untuk mengurangkan ketegangan, dan tindak balas kami kepada semua ini adalah jelas: kami bukan pihak yang memulakan perang ini, dan semua permintaan ini harus dirujuk kepada Washington," kementerian itu menyatakan, menurut penyiar kerajaan IRIB, lapor Journal.U.S. Central Command menyatakan dalam catatan Isnin di X bahawa "Pasukan AS terus menyerang sasaran tentera Iran secara agresif dengan peluru berpandu ketepatan."Catatan itu termasuk rakaman video serangan tersebut.Artikel ini disediakan oleh pembekal kandungan pihak ketiga. SeaPRwire (https://www.seaprwire.com/) tidak memberi sebarang waranti atau perwakilan berkaitan dengannya. Sektor: Top Story, Berita Harian SeaPRwire menyampaikan edaran siaran akhbar secara masa nyata untuk syarikat dan institusi, mencapai lebih daripada 6,500 kedai media, 86,000 penyunting dan wartawan, dan 3.5 juta desktop profesional di seluruh 90 negara. SeaPRwire menyokong pengedaran siaran akhbar dalam bahasa Inggeris, Korea, Jepun, Arab, Cina Ringkas, Cina Tradisional, Vietnam, Thai, Indonesia, Melayu, Jerman, Rusia, Perancis, Sepanyol, Portugis dan bahasa-bahasa lain.
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HIES introduces plant-based lubricant that reduces air compressor lifecycle CO(2) emissions by 40% JCN Newswire

HIES introduces plant-based lubricant that reduces air compressor lifecycle CO(2) emissions by 40%

TOKYO, Mar 24, 2026 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Hitachi Industrial Equipment Systems Co., Ltd. (hereinafter HIES, part of Hitachi, Ltd. Connective Industries (CI) Sector) has launched “GREEN SCREW OIL”, a plantbased lubricant for oil-flooded screw air compressors. Because the plant-derived raw materials absorb CO₂ during growth, the new lubricant cuts manufacturing-stage CO₂ emissions by approximately 90%. Even including emissions at disposal, its CO2 emissions across the entire lifecycle can be reduced by approximately 40%(estimated value) compared to conventional synthetic oils.Air compressors are widely used manufacturing and social infrastructure fields. HIES' air compressors form a significant part of the installed base for “HMAXTM(*1) Industry”, a digital service that embodies Lumada 3.0(*2), offering predictive diagnostics powered by machine learning and operational/maintenance support through generative AI. Delivered via “FitLiveTM(*3)”. These solutions support efficient and sustainable operations. Aligned with Hitachi’s sustainability strategy “PLEDGES(*4)”, which is based on the management plan “Inspire 2027,” and promotes decarbonization under the P: Planet pledge, “GREEN SCREW OIL” further enhances the environmental value of digitalized assets and supports the creation of more sustainable industrial sites.Product OverviewOil-flooded screw air compressors require lubricants to prevent component wear and provide cooling, as a pair of screw rotors rotate at high speeds to compress air. Conventional lubricants are derived from crude oil, and CO2 is emitted during their manufacturing process. “GREEN SCREW OIL” uses plants as raw materials that absorb CO2 through photosynthesis. This means that during manufacturing, CO2 emissions are reduced by 90%. Even when considering the disposal stage, total emissions are reduced by 40%. Its performance is equivalent to conventional synthetic oils, and it can be used with a two-year replacement cycle.Going forward, we also plan to expand this initiative to Hitachi Global Air Power's oil-flooded screw air compressors, which are under Sullair brand within Hitachi Group, and HIES’ oil-free air compressors. Hitachi Group air compressors hold a significant global market share. We estimate that replacing all lubricant used in the Group's air compressors with plant-based alternatives could reduce CO2 emissions by over 2,000 tons annually.Hitachi’s Connective Industries (CI) Sector, to which HIES belongs, focuses on “Integrated Industry Automation”, which aims to expand “HMAX Industry” into growth industries horizontally. HMAX Industry provides next-generation solutions for the industrial field that combines data from an abundant installed base of products (digitalized assets), domain knowledge, and advanced AI. As part of the CI Sector, HIES aims to drive innovation for frontline workers through the delivery of “HMAX Industry” that embodies Lumada 3.0.(*1) Hitachi Group's next-generation solutions leveraging AI to innovate social infrastructure, deployed globally and across industries(*2) Lumada 3.0: An evolution of Lumada, leveraging AI enhanced with Hitachi's domain knowledge. Lumada is the collective term for Hitachi's advanced digital technologies—solutions, services, and technologies—designed to extract value from customer data and accelerate digital innovation.(*3) FitLive® Introduction Page (Hitachi Industrial Equipment Corporate Site, Japanese only)(*4) Hitachi Ltd. press release (June 27, 2025) “Hitachi's new sustainability strategy "PLEDGES"”About HIESHIES enhances productivity across various industries — including data centers, batteries, electronics and semiconductors and pharmaceuticals — through high-efficiency products such as compressed air systems, grid edge solutions, drives and coding and marking equipment. Our innovative solutions and services integrate digital technology to drive customer success and contribute to a more sustainable society. We support customers throughout the entire product lifecycle, from maintenance to recycling. For more information on Hitachi Industrial Equipment Systems, please visit https://www.hitachi-ies.com/Business ContactHitachi Industrial Equipment SystemsGlobal Air Power Group Marketing & SalesManagement DivisionMarketing & Strategic Planning Dept.HIES-MSM-marketing@hitachi-ies.co.jp Copyright 2026 JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.jcnnewswire.com
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Grab perluas ke Taiwan, pasaran luar Asia Tenggara pertama, dengan transaksi Foodpanda bernilai $600 juta Berita

Grab perluas ke Taiwan, pasaran luar Asia Tenggara pertama, dengan transaksi Foodpanda bernilai $600 juta

(SeaPRwire) - Grab akan mengakuisisi perniagaan Foodpanda di Taiwan sebanyak $600 juta, dalam usaha pertama superapp itu keluar dari Asia Tenggara. Syarikat yang berpangkalan di Singapura itu menandatangani perjanjian dengan induk Foodpanda, Delivery Hero, hanya setahun selepas Uber menarik balik tawarannya untuk membeli platform Taiwan, dengan alasan tentangan kawal selia. Akuisisi ini dijangka selesai pada separuh kedua 2026, dan Grab merancang untuk memindahkan semua pengguna, peniaga dan pemandu sepenuhnya ke platformnya menjelang awal 2027. "Ini adalah langkah seterusnya yang wajar untuk Grab, kerana pengalaman kami di Asia Tenggara sangat sesuai untuk pasaran ini," kata CEO Grab Anthony Tan, dalam kenyataan akhbar pada hari Isnin. "Kepakaran kami yang lama dalam menguruskan logistik penghantaran yang kompleks untuk bandar yang padat dan sesak sangat sesuai untuk Taiwan." Para penganalisis menggelar perjanjian itu sebagai langkah tepat pada masanya untuk Grab, dengan penganalisis Maybank Securities Hussaini Saifee menggambarkannya sebagai "kaki pertumbuhan baharu yang menarik" untuk syarikat Asia Tenggara itu memandangkan ekonomi Taiwan yang kukuh. Pengembangan ini juga mengesahkan model perniagaan Grab, yang telah mendominasi pasaran perjalanan dan penghantaran makanan di Asia Tenggara hampir satu dekad. Syarikat itu kini "mengeksport buku mainannya," kata Tan Joo Seng, profesor perniagaan kanan di Universiti Teknologi Nanyang (NTU) Singapura. Tan menggelar langkah Grab sebagai cara yang lebih cepat untuk mendapatkan akses ke pasaran Taiwan, dan bukannya membina sesuatu dari awal, seperti "mengambil kereta api laju dan bukannya meletakkan landasan." Foodpanda Taiwan menjana $1.8 bilion dalam nilai barangan kasar tahun lalu, walaupun hanya mempunyai 10% penembusan pengguna dalam kalangan penduduk Taiwan, menurut nota penyelidikan Maybank Securities. Jika perjanjian itu berjaya, Grab akan mempunyai kehadiran merentasi 21 bandar di Taiwan, dengan Uber Eats menjadi pesaing utama platform itu. Uber membuat tawaran untuk perniagaan Taiwan Delivery Hero pada Mei 2024. Namun, Suruhanjaya Perdagangan Adil Taiwan mengemukakan kebimbangan antimonopoli mengenai penggabungan antara kedua-dua platform, yang bersama-sama menguasai kira-kira tiga per empat pasaran. Uber, yang juga mengendalikan perniagaan perjalanan di Taiwan, akhirnya menarik balik tawarannya pada awal tahun lalu. Delivery Hero berada di bawah tekanan pelabur untuk melepaskan sebahagian daripada perniagaan luar negaranya, jika bukan penjualan keseluruhan syarikat. Aspex, dana Hong Kong yang merupakan pemegang saham kedua terbesar Delivery Hero, mengancam untuk menggantikan CEO Niklas Östberg jika beliau tidak melakukan lebih banyak untuk menjual bahagian syarikat, lapor Bloomberg pada pertengahan Mac. Grab bukan satu-satunya syarikat yang mengembangkan ke Taiwan. Kedua-dua Sea yang berpangkalan di Singapura, serta Coupang dari Korea Selatan melihat Taiwan sebagai perniagaan yang semakin penting untuk platform e-dagang mereka. Dalam catatan LinkedIn, CFO Grab Peter Oey menggambarkan Taiwan sebagai "pasaran yang menarik dari segi struktur" dengan kepadatan bandar yang tinggi, kuasa belanja pengguna yang kuat dan ekonomi digital yang didorong oleh ledakan AI dan semikonduktor. (Ekonomi Taiwan berkembang sebanyak 9% tahun lalu, tahap tertinggi sejak 2010). Tan, dari NTU, menggelar Taiwan sebagai "jambatan sempurna" ke seluruh Asia Utara, dengan merujuk kepada kepadatannya yang tinggi dan pengguna yang mesra digital. Pengembangan serantau Grab Anthony Tan dan Tan Hooi Ling menubuhkan Grab pada tahun 2012 sebagai aplikasi mudah alih untuk menyediakan perkhidmatan teksi selamat di Malaysia. Sejak itu, ia telah berkembang merentasi lapan pasaran Asia Tenggara, termasuk Singapura, Indonesia, Vietnam, Kemboja dan Filipina. Ia menguasai 55% bahagian pasaran, dan mengatasi kedua-dua pemain tempatan seperti GoTo Indonesia dan gergasi global seperti Uber. Selepas bermula dengan perjalanan, Grab telah mengembangkan rangkaian tawarannya untuk menyertakan penghantaran makanan dan runcit serta pembayaran tanpa tunai, menjadikannya salah satu superapp terkemuka di Asia Tenggara. Grab, No. 128 dalam Southeast Asia 500, melaporkan keuntungan tahunan rekod sebanyak $268 juta tahun lalu, di atas pendapatan $3.4 bilion. Saham Grab, yang diperdagangkan di NASDAQ, meningkat 2.3% pada hari Isnin, selepas syarikat itu mengumumkan pengambilalihan Foodpanda Taiwan. Saham telah turun lebih daripada 20% untuk 12 bulan lalu.Artikel ini disediakan oleh pembekal kandungan pihak ketiga. SeaPRwire (https://www.seaprwire.com/) tidak memberi sebarang waranti atau perwakilan berkaitan dengannya. 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NagaCorp Reports $309.9 Million Profit for 2025 in Cambodia

(AsiaGameHub) - NagaCorp saw a significant increase in its 2025 earnings, driven by improved revenue and EBITDA across various sectors at its NagaWorld complex in Phnom Penh. The growth was fueled by robust mass-market results, increased VIP engagement, and the introduction of gaming products with better margins. Good to Know NagaCorp's net earnings for 2025 totaled $309.9 million. Total revenue for the group increased by 26.2% to approximately $709.7 million. The introduction of side bets and an improved win rate contributed roughly $39 million in additional income. NagaWorld Boosts NagaCorp’s Financial Performance The company reported that its annual net profit climbed to $309.9 million, a substantial rise from the $109.6 million recorded the previous year. The 2024 figures had been impacted by a $89.1 million non-cash impairment charge related to a resort development in Vladivostok, Russia. For 2025, revenue reached nearly $709.7 million, representing a 26.2% increase, while EBITDA surged to $404.4 million from $202.8 million in 2024. This led to an EBITDA margin of 57.0% and a net profit margin of 43.7%. Management attributed these improvements to increased business volumes and a strategic emphasis on the mass market. They also highlighted the success of high-margin offerings like side bet games, which enhanced the gaming experience and boosted overall profitability.Gross gaming revenue (GGR) at NagaWorld grew by 27.4% year-on-year to $691.6 million. Revenue from mass-market tables rose 27.2% to $342.4 million, while electronic gaming machines in the mass segment saw a 13.5% increase to $142.6 million. The company noted that mass-market success was supported by a 12.6% rise in business volume and a win rate of 22.9%. The implementation of side bet games helped elevate win rates throughout the year, contributing an estimated $39 million in extra revenue. The premium mass segment also played a key role, with high-spending visitors frequenting high-limit zones, improving table yields and shifting the customer demographic. Premium mass revenue now represents 38.5% of the total mass-market table GGR, up from 33.9% in the prior year. The VIP sector showed growth as well. Revenue from house-managed "premium VIP" services increased by 32.1% to $136.2 million, with rolling volume jumping 51.6% to $5.50 billion. This recovery was linked to an influx of high-value business travelers to Cambodia and increased spending by top-tier VIP clients.Referral VIP revenue climbed 57.2% to $70.4 million, supported by a 17.2% increase in rolling volume to $2.32 billion. NagaCorp announced an interim dividend of $0.0109 per share, totaling $48.3 million, scheduled for payment on August 7. This represents a 30% payout ratio based on earnings from the latter half of 2025. Management stated the dividend underscores their commitment to growth and shareholder returns. Despite the termination of a funding agreement for the Naga 3 expansion in December, the company remains committed to the project. Previous updates suggested that the project's scope and budget might be adjusted. This article is provided by a third-party. AsiaGameHub (https://asiagamehub.com/) makes no warranties regarding its content. AsiaGameHub delivers targeted distribution for iGaming, Casino, and eSports, connecting 3,000+ premium Asian media outlets and 80,000+ specialized influencers across ASEAN.
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Taiwan Shuts Down Cross‑Border Gambling Ring Tied to $1.03 Billion

(AsiaGameHub) - Taiwanese law enforcement officials announced they dismantled a cross-border money laundering operation connected to illicit online gambling. The authorities estimate that the criminal organization transferred approximately TWD33 billion, equivalent to roughly US$1.03 billion, via transactions at Macau casinos. Good to Know Taiwanese officials stated the case encompassed approximately TWD33 billion in alleged illegal funds. Law enforcement reported that the scheme utilized 85 credit cards and culminated in 20 apprehensions. Investigators characterized the case as unprecedented for Taiwanese police. Taiwan Connects Macau Casino Chip Acquisitions to Online Gambling Proceeds The investigation commenced in the latter half of 2025, when Taiwan's Criminal Investigation Bureau tracked questionable money movements from numerous bank accounts associated with online gambling and fraudulent activities. The bureau indicated that funds were transferred into accounts controlled by certain individuals and subsequently applied to credit card balances. Investigators revealed that the organization enlisted third-party intermediaries in Taiwan to function as card-processing operatives. Surplus payments were purportedly placed into these accounts, thereby increasing their credit ceilings. Subsequently, the agents allegedly employed the cards to purchase substantial quantities of casino chips at Macau gaming establishments, redeem the chips for cash, and exchange the money into Hong Kong currency. Officials noted that the arrangement additionally enabled participants to take advantage of international credit card expenditure rewards. Essentially, the network stands accused of employing casino chip acquisitions as a mechanism for transferring and laundering gambling profits across national boundaries. Authorities reported that the alleged sum laundered abroad totaled approximately TWD33 billion. According to local media accounts referencing a police briefing on Monday, the operation involved 85 credit cards and led to the detention of 20 individuals, among them two alleged masterminds.The bureau declined to specify the duration of the purported scheme's operation. Nevertheless, investigators deemed it the inaugural case of this nature discovered by Taiwanese authorities. Items confiscated during the operation comprised approximately TWD230.95 million held in bank accounts, roughly TWD2.62 million in physical currency, along with currency-counting devices, cellular telephones, and credit cards. This article is provided by a third-party. AsiaGameHub (https://asiagamehub.com/) makes no warranties regarding its content. AsiaGameHub delivers targeted distribution for iGaming, Casino, and eSports, connecting 3,000+ premium Asian media outlets and 80,000+ specialized influencers across ASEAN.
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Pagcor Greenlights GLI for iGaming Testing in Philippines

(AsiaGameHub) - Pagcor has designated Gaming Laboratories International LLC as the first independent testing laboratory for iGaming in the Philippines. This approval comes as the regulator intensifies oversight of the rapidly growing online gaming market. Good to Know GLI is the first company to gain accreditation under Pagcor’s new system. B2B iGaming suppliers in the Philippines are now required to hold accreditation. GLI will employ its GLI-19 standard to test platform fairness, security, and integrity. GLI Earns First Accreditation Under Pagcor’s New Rules GLI stated that this accreditation allows it to test and certify iGaming platforms in the Philippines. Under the new framework, all B2B suppliers must meet stricter regulatory and technical standards. The company noted it will apply “GLI-19: Standards for Interactive Gaming Systems” when evaluating submissions. According to GLI, this standard is already utilized in multiple jurisdictions. Pagcor Chairman and Chief Executive Alejandro Tengco said regulated gaming markets “ensure a safer and more sustainable gaming industry for all to participate in”. He further added: “Pagcor now requires all iGaming B2B suppliers operating in the Philippines to be accredited to ensure they comply to the rigorous requirements needed to protect iGaming players.” GLI President and CEO James Maida expressed thanks to Pagcor “for the trust” it continues to place in GLI. This article is provided by a third-party. AsiaGameHub (https://asiagamehub.com/) makes no warranties regarding its content. AsiaGameHub delivers targeted distribution for iGaming, Casino, and eSports, connecting 3,000+ premium Asian media outlets and 80,000+ specialized influencers across ASEAN.
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OMP Positioned Highest for Both Completeness of Vision and Ability to Execute in the 2026 Gartner(R) Magic Quadrant(TM) for Supply Chain Planning Solutions: Process Industries ACN Newswire

OMP Positioned Highest for Both Completeness of Vision and Ability to Execute in the 2026 Gartner(R) Magic Quadrant(TM) for Supply Chain Planning Solutions: Process Industries

ANTWERPEN, BELGIUM, Mar 23, 2026 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - This marks the 11th time the company has been recognized as a Leader. OMP believes this recognition underscores its consistent delivery of innovative solutions such as UnisonIQ and Unison Decision-Centric Planning. It reflects a market shift toward AI-driven supply chain planning, and the growing demand for platforms that unify strategy, execution, and intelligence in real time.Advancing intelligent planning for the most complex supply chain needsTrusted by Fortune 500 leaders such as AstraZeneca, BASF, Johnson & Johnson, and Procter & Gamble, OMP continues to advance supply chain planning through Unison Planning™, its proven end-to-end platform. Open, cloud-native, and AI-driven, the platform is built to meet the evolving demands of process and discrete global supply chains, including chemicals, consumer goods, life sciences, paper and packaging, tires and building products, and metals.Unison Planning™ incorporates UnisonIQ, OMP's AI orchestrator that unifies AI agents, assistants, and engines into one powerful framework. Designed for the agentic age of supply chain planning, UnisonIQ embeds continuous intelligence throughout the platform, giving organizations a foundation for proactive, autonomous decision-making grounded in deep industry expertise."Agentic AI is fundamentally reshaping how supply chains operate and compete," says Paul Vanvuchelen, Chief Executive Officer at OMP. "Organizations that embrace this shift will turn volatility into strategic advantage."Accelerating decision velocity for the entire supply chainOMP's Unison Decision‑Centric Planning elevates supply chain performance by uniting human expertise, advanced AI, real‑time intelligence, and rapid scenario evaluation to drive decision velocity and improve decision quality across the enterprise."With comprehensive supply chain intelligence and AI-powered anticipation, Unison Decision-Centric Planning enables organizations to gain earlier visibility into disruption, evaluate its impact, and prepare the next move with clarity and confidence," says Philip Vervloesem, Chief Commercial & Markets Officer at OMP.About the Gartner Magic QuadrantThe 2026 Gartner Magic Quadrant for Supply Chain Planning Solutions: Process Industries, released in March 2026, evaluates vendors based on their Ability to Execute and Completeness of Vision, helping global companies identify the right partners in a complex and fast-evolving market.We believe this recognition comes alongside OMP's strong performance in the 2026 Gartner Critical Capabilities for Supply Chain Planning Solutions Process Industries report, where it had been ranked in the highest two positions across all Use Cases. OMP also continues to receive strong customer ratings on Gartner Peer Insights™, reflecting positive feedback from enterprise users.For more information about OMP's position as a Leader in the Gartner Magic Quadrant and the future of supply chain planning, read the full report.Meet OMP at the Gartner Supply Chain Symposium/Xpo™OMP will participate in the 2026 Gartner Supply Chain Symposium/Xpo™, where customers will share practical insights on intelligent, decision-centric supply chains:Procter & Gamble will present key learnings from its collaboration with OMP at the Symposium/Xpo™ US, highlighting how integrated planning and end-to-end visibility drive measurable business impact.AstraZeneca will present its journey toward decision-centric autonomous planning at the Symposium/Xpo™ EMEA, highlighting how it is transforming processes and capabilities to achieve excellence.About OMPOMP helps companies facing complex planning challenges to excel, grow, and thrive by offering the best digitized supply chain planning solution on the market. Hundreds of customers in a wide range of industries - spanning consumer goods, life sciences, chemicals, metals, paper, plastics & packaging, tires and building products - benefit from using OMP's unique Unison Planning™.Gartner, Magic Quadrant for Supply Chain Planning Solutions, Pia Orup Lund, Joe Graham, Buse Aras, Jan Snoeckx, Eva Dawkins, Julia von Massow, 18 March 2026.Gartner, Critical Capabilities for Supply Chain Planning Solutions: Process Industries, Julia von Massow, Eva Dawkins, Jan Snoeckx, Buse Aras, Joe Graham, Pia Orup Lund, 18 March 2026.Gartner and Magic Quadrant are trademarks of Gartner, Inc., and/or its affiliates.Gartner does not endorse any company, vendor, product or service depicted in its publications, and does not advise technology users to select only those vendors with the highest ratings or other designation. Gartner publications consist of the opinions of Gartner's business and technology insights organization and should not be construed as statements of fact. Gartner disclaims all warranties, expressed or implied, with respect to this publication, including any warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose.Gartner Peer Insights content consists of the opinions of individual end users based on their own experiences, and should not be construed as statements of fact, nor do they represent the views of Gartner or its affiliates. Gartner does not endorse any vendor, product or service depicted in this content nor makes any warranties, expressed or implied, with respect to this content, about its accuracy or completeness, including any warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose.Solution and product inquiriesContact OMPMedia inquiriesKira Perdue (Carabiner)SOURCE: OMP Copyright 2026 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. 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Alumni channel $35 million for 5c(c)

(AsiaGameHub) - Alumni of the prediction market platform Kalshi are securing as much as $35 million for a new venture fund dedicated to startups in the prediction market space. This initiative serves as a further indicator that investor attention is shifting from trading platforms themselves to the underlying infrastructure that powers event-driven markets. Good to Know 5c(c) Capital intends to back approximately 20 startups within the coming two years. The fund's focus is on firms involved in market making, index creation, and tools for prediction markets. Initial supporters already feature prominent figures connected to Kalshi, Polymarket, and leading crypto and fintech investment networks. New Fund Targets the Plumbing Behind Prediction Markets A new investment vehicle named 5c(c) Capital is forming to target one of online trading's most rapidly expanding areas. According to regulatory documents and sources close to the fundraising, the effort is spearheaded by two early Kalshi employees and aims to gather up to $35 million. Rather than investing directly in consumer prediction platforms, the fund is targeting the foundational layer below them. This encompasses market makers, pricing mechanisms, index offerings, liquidity solutions, and essential infrastructure for event-based trading. Put simply, 5c(c) Capital is evaluating the components that enable prediction markets to operate more efficiently, price more swiftly, and expand more seamlessly. This focus is significant as the sector has expanded far beyond a niche. Both the regulated platform Kalshi and the on-chain platform Polymarket have reported consistent monthly trading volumes in the tens of billions, attracting increased interest from traders, developers, and institutional investors. Consequently, venture funding is now flowing not just to the marketplaces but also to the supporting software, data services, and trading frameworks.As reported by ChainCatcher, Kalshi CEO Tarek Mansour and Polymarket CEO Shayne Coplan are among the initial investors committed to the fund. Backers associated with Andreessen Horowitz, Ribbit Capital, and Multicoin Capital are also participating. This combined support is notable for a market frequently divided between regulated and crypto-native segments. Publicly, relations between the sector's leading companies have sometimes appeared contentious. Coplan has previously referred to Kalshi as "a Polymarket copycat" in interviews, as the two vie for liquidity, market listings, and regulatory positioning. Despite this, capital from both sides is now aligning behind a common broader belief: for the prediction market category to continue its growth, it requires improved infrastructure. An individual involved in the fundraising, who spoke anonymously, succinctly captured this rationale. "What we’re seeing now is investors underwriting the rails and tools that make these markets possible, not just the flagship venues," the person said. For entrepreneurs developing prediction markets, event contracts, index products, trading APIs, liquidity systems, or market-making technology, this represents a crucial signal. Investor attention is no longer concentrated solely on the most prominent consumer brands. Investment is also beginning to move into the sector's foundational "picks-and-shovels" layer, where the quality of infrastructure, tools, and execution can determine the ultimate winners. This article is provided by a third-party. AsiaGameHub (https://asiagamehub.com/) makes no warranties regarding its content. AsiaGameHub delivers targeted distribution for iGaming, Casino, and eSports, connecting 3,000+ premium Asian media outlets and 80,000+ specialized influencers across ASEAN.
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IGT Announces Reduction of Approximately 700 Global Positions

(AsiaGameHub) - IGT is eliminating approximately 700 positions across its global operations, as per an internal memo distributed Monday by chief executive Hector Fernandez. This reduction comes after a review of operations following the merger of IGT's gaming and digital business with Everi Holdings Inc. Good to Know IGT is downsizing its global workforce by around 700 employees. A report indicated the layoffs impact roughly 10% of the total staff. Hector Fernandez stated the company aims to streamline its structure and reduce redundancy. IGT Implements Job Cuts as Post-Merger Review Restructures Business A new phase of restructuring is taking place at International Game Technology Plc. In a staff memo, Hector Fernandez announced that IGT will reduce its global workforce by approximately 700 employees as management seeks to align resources with current business priorities. The layoffs were first reported by the Las Vegas Review-Journal, which noted the job cuts would impact roughly 10% of the total staff. Fernandez, who assumed the CEO role in December, informed employees that this step was necessary to streamline operations and position the group for future growth.This decision follows a significant corporate transformation. The current IGT was formed by merging IGT Plc's gaming and digital business with fintech firm Everi Holdings Inc in a $6.3 billion deal involving funds associated with Apollo Global Management Inc. The transaction was finalized in July of last year. Fernandez mentioned that leadership spent the past few months evaluating the business and making what he called strengthening decisions. “We looked into our areas of focus, our operational methods, and how our structure supports our strategy,” Mr. Fernandez stated. From this review, job cuts emerged. “As part of this evaluation, we also had to make tough decisions regarding our organizational structure, and this process has led to a difficult yet necessary step,” he added. He also noted that a significant portion of the challenging work is already finished. In his words, “much of the foundational work required to build a stronger, more competitive organization” has now been completed.Management is presenting the layoffs as part of a broader efficiency initiative rather than a one-time cost-cutting measure. “The changes we are announcing today are part of our effort to simplify our structure, reduce redundancy, and enable us to operate with greater clarity and speed,” he noted. Employees affected by the layoffs will receive support packages, as per the memo. “For those departing IGT as a result of this action, we are committed to providing severance pay, outplacement assistance, and transition resources,” the CEO stated. Fernandez also sought to direct attention to the company's future and the remaining workforce. He added: “What is important now is how we progress together: supporting one another, focusing on our priorities, and continuing the work that will shape the next chapter of our company.” He concluded with a message directed at customers and execution. The streamlined IGT, he said, “will continue to drive innovation, execute our strategic priorities, and deliver the high-quality service our customers anticipate,” Mr. Fernandez concluded. This article is provided by a third-party. AsiaGameHub (https://asiagamehub.com/) makes no warranties regarding its content. AsiaGameHub delivers targeted distribution for iGaming, Casino, and eSports, connecting 3,000+ premium Asian media outlets and 80,000+ specialized influencers across ASEAN.
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Wellgistics Health Inc. Signs $105,000,000 Letter of Intent to Evaluate Potential Acquisition of Neuritek Therapeutics, Inc. which is Pioneering Innovative Therapies for Neurological and Psychiatric Disorders ACN Newswire

Wellgistics Health Inc. Signs $105,000,000 Letter of Intent to Evaluate Potential Acquisition of Neuritek Therapeutics, Inc. which is Pioneering Innovative Therapies for Neurological and Psychiatric Disorders

TAMPA, FLA., Mar 23, 2026 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Wellgistics Health, Inc. ("Wellgistics" or the "Company") (NASDAQ:WGRX) today announced that it has entered into a non-exclusive, non-binding Letter of Intent ("LOI") to evaluate a potential acquisition of Neuritek Therapeutics, a neuroscience-focused research organization.The proposed all stock transaction, if completed, is intended to enhance Wellgistics' existing revenue-generating healthcare platform by expanding capabilities adjacent to its core technology-enabled pharmacy distribution and services business. Through its integrated ecosystem spanning prescription fulfillment, wholesale distribution, and AI-driven patient access solutions, Wellgistics connects manufacturers, providers, and a nationwide network of independent pharmacies. The Company believes that adding a research-focused organization could strengthen alignment between drug development and commercialization, enabling earlier engagement with pharmaceutical partners, improving pipeline visibility, and supporting incremental revenue opportunities while enhancing long-term shareholder value through a more integrated and differentiated platform.The transaction remains subject to the completion of due diligence, negotiation and execution of definitive agreements, approval by the boards of directors of the respective parties, and other customary closing conditions. There can be no assurance that a definitive agreement will be entered into or that the proposed transaction will be consummated on the terms currently contemplated, or at all. The LOI is non-binding and does not obligate either party to complete the proposed transaction. The scope, structure, and terms of any potential transaction remain under evaluation and may change materially as a result of ongoing diligence and negotiations.The Company is also actively evaluating additional strategic opportunities across the healthcare and life science sectors as part of its broader growth strategy. These opportunities may include acquisitions, partnerships, or other strategic transactions. There can be no assurance that any such initiatives will result in completed transactions.About Wellgistics Health, IncWellgistics Health is a rapidly scaling, technology-driven healthcare platform positioned at the center of pharmaceutical distribution and patient access. The Company has built an integrated, high-performance ecosystem spanning wholesale distribution, prescription fulfillment, and AI-powered access solutions, directly connecting pharmaceutical manufacturers, healthcare providers, and a nationwide network of independent pharmacies.By combining infrastructure, data, and intelligent automation, Wellgistics is executing on a capital-efficient model designed to capture significant share in large and fragmented healthcare markets. The Company is focused on expanding high-margin revenue streams, deepening strategic manufacturer relationships, and driving operating leverage across its platform. With a differentiated end-to-end offering and disciplined execution, Wellgistics is positioned to accelerate growth, enhance earnings visibility, and deliver outsized long-term value for shareholders.About Neuritek Therapeutics Inc.Neuritek Therapeutics Inc. has developed a next-generation bio-mechanism based treatment, treating the root cause of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). Neuritek's first to market treatment is an orally active inhibitor of fatty acid amide hydrolase type 1 (FAAH1), the enzyme responsible for metabolizing anandamide (AEA) and the first mechanisms-based treatment for PTSD. The company was founded by Doctor William Hapworth MD., a pioneer in clinical research and a practicing psychiatrist with over 30 years' experience.Learn more at www.neuritek.com or join the conversation at LinkedIn, neuritek-therapeutics-incForward-Looking StatementsThis press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 and other applicable federal securities laws. These forward-looking statements include, without limitation, statements regarding: the potential acquisition of Neuritek Therapeutics, Inc. ("Neuritek"), including the anticipated structure, valuation, timing, and likelihood of completion of any transaction; the preliminary and non-binding nature of the letter of intent; the potential strategic, operational, and financial benefits of any such transaction; the Company's ability to negotiate and enter into definitive agreements; the Company's ability to obtain any required financing; the integration of any acquired business; and the Company's broader growth strategy and future performance.Forward-looking statements may be identified by words such as "may," "could," "would," "should," "expect," "anticipate," "believe," "intend," "plan," "project," "estimate," "potential," "opportunity," "target," "forecast," "continue," "will," and similar expressions.These forward-looking statements are based on current expectations, assumptions, and estimates and are subject to significant risks and uncertainties, many of which are beyond the Company's control. Important factors that could cause actual results to differ materially include, but are not limited to: the risk that the parties do not enter into definitive agreements; the risk that the letter of intent is terminated or does not result in a completed transaction; uncertainties related to the preliminary nature of the proposed valuation and transaction terms, which may change materially; the risk that any required financing is not obtained on acceptable terms or at all; the risk that anticipated benefits of any transaction are not realized; risks associated with integrating a research-focused organization into the Company's existing business; risks related to the development, testing, regulatory approval, and commercialization of pharmaceutical or therapeutic products, including the possibility of unfavorable clinical results or delays; regulatory and compliance risks; and other risks and uncertainties described from time to time in the Company's filings with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission.Forward-looking statements speak only as of the date they are made, and undue reliance should not be placed on such statements. The Company undertakes no obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements, except as required by applicable law.Wellgistics Media & Investor ContactMedia: media@wellgisticshealth.comInvestor Relations: IR@wellgisticshealth.comSOURCE: Wellgistics Health, Inc. Copyright 2026 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com
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Dida Inc. (02559.HK) Announced 2025 Annual Results, RMB 138 Million Adjusted Net Profit ACN Newswire

Dida Inc. (02559.HK) Announced 2025 Annual Results, RMB 138 Million Adjusted Net Profit

HONG KONG, March 24, 2026 - (ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) – Dida Inc. (“Dida” or the “Company”, Stock Code: 02559.HK), a leading technology-driven mobility platform, announced the audited consolidated annual results for the year ended December 31, 2025.Financial Highlights:- Revenue was RMB502.4 million for the year ended December 31, 2025, compared to RMB787.2 million for the year ended December 31, 2024.- Gross profit was RMB332.9 million for the year ended December 31, 2025, compared to RMB567.0 million for year ended December 31, 2024.- Net profit was RMB129.8 million for the year ended December 31, 2025, compared to RMB1,004.3 million for the year ended December 31, 2024.- Adjusted net profit (non-IFRS measure) was RMB137.9 million for the year ended December 31, 2025, compared to RMB221.4 million for the year ended December 31, 2025.Operation Highlights:- Gross transaction value amounted to RMB4.7 billion and the total number of orders reached 80.9 million for the year ended December 31, 2025.- Registered users reached over 415 million as of December 31, 2025.- The number of certified private car owners reached approximately 21 million as of December 31, 2025.Business OutlookMobility-related business 2025 marked a pivotal year as the Company transitioned from a single-focus carpooling platform toward a more integrated mobility and vehicle services platform. In 2025, the Company launched ride-hailing aggregation platform services to diversify service offerings. Such services are intended to complement the carpooling business by addressing additional mobility scenarios, including short-to-medium distance and immediate travel needs, in addition to the medium-to-long distance and pre-arranged travel scenarios typically served by carpooling. The Company also commenced used car trading referral services to expand business scope along the vehicle ownership lifecycle and enhance engagement within the Company’s car owner ecosystem. The Company believes carpooling in China is still at its early stage of development, with significant market demand yet to be fully released and the benefits of carpooling not fully recognized by the public. The Company will remain committed to innovation as the Company continues to develop unique competitive strengths and value around mobility scenarios to better serve the user base. In the future, the Company plans to further develop ride-hailing aggregation platform services and other mobility-related services and to continue to expand service offerings.For the full announcement of Dida for the annual results ended December 31, 2025, please visit:https://manager.wisdomir.com/files/594/2026/0320/20260320220001_60101381_en.pdf About Dida Inc.Dida Inc. (“Dida” or the “Company”, Stock Code: 02559.HK) is a leading technology-driven mobility platform in China. The Company creates more transit capacity with less environmental impact by providing carpooling marketplace services to pair up riders with private car owners if they are heading in similar directions at compatible times. It also provides ride-hailing aggregation platform services to address additional mobility scenarios. Dida makes the mobility ecosystem greener and more efficient, and each trip experience warm and enjoyable.Forward-Looking StatementsThis press release contains forward-looking statements relating to the business outlook, forecast business plans and growth strategies of the Company. These forward-looking statements are based on information currently available to the Company and are stated herein on the basis of the outlook at the time of this press release. They are based on certain expectations, assumptions and premises, some of which are subjective or beyond the control. These forward-looking statements may prove to be incorrect and may not be realized in future. Underlying the forward-looking statements is a large number of risks and uncertainties. Further information regarding these risks and uncertainties is included in the other public disclosure documents on the corporate website. Copyright 2026 ACN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.acnnewswire.com
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Fujitsu and Umios conduct joint pilot project for electronic traceability system to visualize seafood distribution JCN Newswire

Fujitsu and Umios conduct joint pilot project for electronic traceability system to visualize seafood distribution

Kawasaki and Tokyo, Japan, Mar 24, 2026 - (JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com) - Fujitsu Limited and Umios Corporation today announced the successful completion of a joint pilot project for an electronic traceability system to trace and visualize seafood distribution information. This initiative, conducted on February 1, 2026, aims to support the countering of illegal, unreported and unregulated (IUU) fishing, which is increasingly important for securing sustainable marine resources. The experiment focused on bluefin tuna farmed by the Umios Group in Wakayama Prefecture, establishing a mechanism for consumers to check distribution information from the farm to retail stores via smartphone. The project successfully validated the system's effectiveness for wider implementation in society. Both companies aim to commence operation of this system by fiscal year 2027 for some fish species handled by the Umios Group. In recent years, while demand for seafood has increased globally due to population growth and rising health consciousness, natural marine resources are declining, and securing sustainable marine resources has become an urgent issue. Countermeasures against IUU fishing are particularly critical, and countries worldwide are tightening marine resource management and fishing regulations. A common challenge for the fisheries industry is establishing mechanisms to clearly demonstrate and prove non-involvement with IUU fishing throughout the entire process, from procurement to distribution.The Umios Group has positioned "Action for preserving biodiversity and ecosystem" as one of its material issues in the sustainability strategy of its medium-term management plan, "For the ocean, for life 2027," and is promoting the establishment of an electronic traceability system that can quickly and reliably prove that the seafood it handles is unrelated to IUU fishing.Overview of the Pilot ProjectDate: February 1, 2026 (Saturday)Locations: Umios Marine Corporation Kushimoto Office (Wakayama Prefecture, aquaculture farm), Okuwa Co., Ltd. Izumi-Oda Store (Osaka Prefecture, retail store)Target Seafood: Bluefin tuna farmed at Umios Marine Corporation Kushimoto OfficeDetails: A pilot project for an electronic traceability system enabling consumers who purchased the target bluefin tuna at Okuwa Co., Ltd. Izumi-Oda Store to check the production history (from farming and landing to processing and sales) using smartphones, along with a consumer awareness survey.System Used: A system developed as a prototype by Fujitsu, which records and visualizes the entire production history. It was designed utilizing a traceability solution from Fujitsu Sustainability Value Accelerator[1] offered through Fujitsu's business model Uvance, which addresses societal challenges.Results: The experiment demonstrated that the system can reliably record and visualize production history information for the target bluefin tuna. Furthermore, in the consumer awareness survey (35 valid responses), approximately 91% responded that they "would consider or refer to it when purchasing," approximately 77% said it "leads to a sense of security and trust," and approximately 77% also stated that they "would be willing to pay an additional price for products with traceability information." This indicates that electronic traceability can also function as added value for products.Moving forward, both companies will leverage the insights gained from this pilot to expand the target fish species, enhance the system, and extend its application across the entire supply chain. This will accelerate the social implementation of transparency in seafood distribution and IUU fishing countermeasures.Fujitsu will drive progress toward both enhancing corporate value based on trust and ensuring the sustainability of natural resources by realizing cross-company and cross-industry value chain traceability through Uvance.(1) Fujitsu Sustainability Value Accelerator: A suite of services from Fujitsu that collects verifiable traceability data across companies and industries, enhances value chain transparency, and supports overall optimization and the creation of new business models.About FujitsuFujitsu’s purpose is to make the world more sustainable by building trust in society through innovation. As the digital transformation partner of choice for customers around the globe, our 113,000 employees work to resolve some of the greatest challenges facing humanity. Our range of services and solutions draw on five key technologies: AI, Computing, Networks, Data & Security, and Converging Technologies, which we bring together to deliver sustainability transformation. Fujitsu Limited (TSE:6702) reported consolidated revenues of 3.6 trillion yen (US$23 billion) for the fiscal year ended March 31, 2025 and remains the top digital services company in Japan by market share. Find out more: global.fujitsuAbout Umios CorporationUmios Corporation is one of the largest fishing and food companies in the world, with a history dating back to its founding in Japan in 1880. Guided by its purpose "For the ocean, for life," Umios is committed to contributing to the happiness and well-being of all through authentic, safe, and healthy food. Find out more: https://www.umios.com/en/Press ContactsFujitsu LimitedPublic and Investor Relations DivisionInquiries Copyright 2026 JCN Newswire via SeaPRwire.com. All rights reserved. www.jcnnewswire.com
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Stake Leads Livestream Gambling Visibility By a Large Margin

(AsiaGameHub) - According to fresh data from StreamHatchet, Stake was significantly ahead of all other operators in gambling-focused stream titles at the beginning of 2026. The report highlights a substantial divide between Stake and the competition, while also indicating that prediction market brands are gaining notable momentum across Twitch and Kick. Good to Know In January 2026, Stake was mentioned in 6,600 stream titles on Twitch and Kick, accounting for 60% of all iGaming brand references. Kick hosted the top ten iGaming livestreamers, who collectively amassed 88.4 million hours watched in January. Polymarket and Kalshi led the prediction market category, with 12,000 and 11,700 mentions respectively. Stake Builds A Clear Lead In Gambling Stream Titles The standout figure is impossible to overlook. StreamHatchet identified Stake being mentioned in 6,600 stream titles across Twitch and Kick in January 2026. This accounted for 60% of all tracked iGaming mentions in the report, placing the brand far ahead of every direct competitor in terms of gambling streaming visibility. The rest of the ranking was not even close. 1xBet came next with 1,800 mentions, followed by Betano (837), Winamax (653), FanDuel (597), PokerStars (270), and bet365 (214). Put simply, Stake did not merely top the list—it occupied a distinct tier. A major factor seems to be the close connection between Stake and Kick. Kick is owned by Stake’s parent company, and StreamHatchet content manager Mark Rowland noted that Stake provides many Kick streamers with a bankroll to use during on-air gambling sessions. This arrangement helps clarify why the operator’s name features so frequently in stream titles, particularly when sponsorships and branded credits are part of the agreement.Kick Sits At The Center Of Gambling Livestreaming Twitch still commands a larger portion of the overall livestreaming market, but gambling content has found a more welcoming environment on Kick. The platform has adopted a more permissive stance toward gambling streams, which has enabled it to draw many of the top figures in the category. According to the report, the top ten iGaming livestreamers all streamed on Kick in January. Together they generated 88.4 million hours watched. Trainwreckstv led that group with 15.7 million hours watched, making him the biggest iGaming livestream draw in the period covered. Commercial agreements also help account for why certain brands continue to appear. Rowland stated that operators frequently collaborate directly with streamers, providing them with wagering credit in exchange for exposure that includes brand mentions in titles. Beyond Stake, he cited broader sports and esports sponsorship efforts as another factor boosting visibility for operators such as 1xBet and Betano. Both football and esports have large streaming audiences, particularly in Latin America and Spain, meaning branding linked to these ecosystems can reach a wide audience. Twitch Restrictions Help Shape The Market Not all platforms have taken the same approach. Twitch permits some gambling content but prohibits streaming for specific gambling sites, including Stake and Rollbit, due to concerns related to consumer protection and licensing.This policy shift followed a broader backlash in 2022, when several prominent creators expressed concerns about the risks of gambling content for younger viewers and individuals susceptible to addictive behavior. Rowland identified that period as a pivotal moment in how Twitch managed the category. Consequently, Kick secured a stronger opportunity to become the primary platform for gambling-focused livestream content. Prediction Markets Are Pulling In More Attention Too The report was not limited to casino and sportsbook brands. Prediction markets also recorded robust figures and are now occupying more space in betting-related conversations across livestreaming platforms. Among betting and prediction market brands, Polymarket led with 12,000 mentions in January 2026. Kalshi was close behind with 11,700. FanDuel took third place with 8,800, followed by PrizePicks (5,300) and DraftKings (3,300). This article is provided by a third-party. AsiaGameHub (https://asiagamehub.com/) makes no warranties regarding its content. AsiaGameHub delivers targeted distribution for iGaming, Casino, and eSports, connecting 3,000+ premium Asian media outlets and 80,000+ specialized influencers across ASEAN.
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Polymarket Announces New Rules to Fight Insider Trading

(AsiaGameHub) - Polymarket has revised its rulebook amid growing pressure regarding the integrity of prediction markets. On Monday, the company announced it had implemented Enhanced Market Integrity Rules across both its DeFi platform and its CFTC-regulated U.S. exchange, introducing new restrictions targeting insider trading and market misconduct. Good to Know Polymarket now prohibits trading that relies on stolen confidential data, unlawful tips, or the ability to influence specific events. New Market Integrity sections outline the operation of these rules and guide users on how to report suspicious behavior. This update follows closely on the heels of Polymarket’s announcement of a sports integrity collaboration with Palantir Technologies and TWG AI. Polymarket Clarifies Who Is Restricted From Trading Specific Markets A key component of the update is straightforward: Polymarket is working to clarify which individuals should avoid specific trades. Under the new guidelines, users are forbidden from trading if they possess stolen confidential information related to an event’s result or a connected outcome. Additionally, they cannot trade using illegal tips provided by someone who had a fiduciary duty or obligation of confidence and was not legally permitted to trade on that information themselves. Polymarket has also introduced a third category of forbidden behavior. Individuals with sufficient authority or influence to impact an event’s outcome are not allowed to trade contracts associated with that event. The company provided a clear example in its public documents: a U.S. Congress member should refrain from trading contracts related to a particular legislative bill. This is significant because prediction markets have faced criticism over whether politically connected or otherwise well-informed traders can gain an advantage before the general public becomes aware. Recent Associated Press reporting noted that both Polymarket and Kalshi have strengthened their rules as legislators expressed worries about insider information, sensitive geopolitical developments, and public trust in event trading markets.Neal Kumar, Chief Legal Officer of Polymarket, said: “Markets thrive on clarity. These rule enhancements make our expectations abundantly clear for every participant across both platforms and highlight the compliance infrastructure we have already built. “As Polymarket continues to scale, we will build on our foundation with clear communication to Polymarket’s users to ensure our markets do what they do best — surface truth.” In addition to addressing insider trading, Polymarket stated that both platforms already prohibit fraud, wash trading, spoofing, fake transactions, front-running, self-dealing, attempted market manipulation, and other actions that can disrupt fair and orderly markets. The new Market Integrity pages now detail the practical application of these rules and provide users with dedicated channels to report suspicious activity.The timing of this update is intentional. As sports and political prediction markets gain increased visibility, Polymarket has been seeking to demonstrate to leagues, regulators, and users that it can more rigorously oversee sensitive contracts. Last week, Major League Baseball revealed a multi-year partnership with Polymarket focused on official data and branding, while also emphasizing the need for integrity protections for baseball-related markets. Polymarket also recently disclosed a separate collaboration with Palantir Technologies and TWG AI to develop a sports integrity platform—another indication that surveillance and monitoring are becoming core to how prediction exchanges present themselves to the public. This article is provided by a third-party. AsiaGameHub (https://asiagamehub.com/) makes no warranties regarding its content. AsiaGameHub delivers targeted distribution for iGaming, Casino, and eSports, connecting 3,000+ premium Asian media outlets and 80,000+ specialized influencers across ASEAN.
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Planet Hollywood Launches New Integrated Resort in Tbilisi

(AsiaGameHub) - Planet Hollywood Resorts International is preparing to make its debut in Georgia through a new integrated resort located in Tbilisi. Developed under a licensing deal with Orbi Group and Block Group, in partnership with Iconic Entertainment, the project is set to become a significant addition to the city's tourism, gaming, and hospitality landscape. Good to Know The project will feature a 500-room Planet Hollywood Hotel & Casino in Tbilisi. The plans also include a 600-room Radisson Blu hotel, a casino spanning 50,000 square feet, and a 4,000-seat venue for entertainment. The developers anticipate that the project will generate over 2,000 permanent jobs within Georgia. Planet Hollywood Selects Tbilisi for Major Georgian Resort Moving beyond a traditional hotel debut, Planet Hollywood is lending its brand to an expansive mixed-use development already being built in the capital. The total site will feature two towers housing 1,200 rooms, combining a 500-room Planet Hollywood Hotel & Casino with a 600-room luxury Radisson Blu hotel. Furthermore, the design includes a 50,000-square-foot casino floor, a 4,000-seat arena for special events and entertainment, and more than 70,000 square feet of Harvey Nichols retail space. The project will also include various nightlife and dining establishments. This diverse combination gives the development a more significant role than a standard hotel and casino launch. The developers are marketing it as a comprehensive destination centered on hospitality, tourism, nightlife, retail, and live events. Practically, this means Tbilisi will gain a resort complex intended to attract both local residents and international visitors, while also establishing a major employment hub with an expected 2,000+ permanent positions. Robert Earl, the Founder of Planet Hollywood, remarked: “This represents a landmark moment in the ongoing global growth of the Planet Hollywood brand. Tbilisi is a city defined by its unique character and incredible momentum. Alongside our partners, we are building a destination that integrates hospitality, entertainment, and immersive experiences in a manner that is both authentic to the local market and highly ambitious.” The extensive group of partners behind the project reflects its massive scale. Orbi Group, Block Group, and Iconic Entertainment are all participating, with each describing the development as a major milestone for the city and the surrounding region. Tornike Janashvili, CEO of Block Group, stated: “This is a transformative moment for Tbilisi. We are introducing a genuine integrated resort—one that will enhance the city’s international profile, attract large-scale global tourism, and establish a new benchmark for hospitality, entertainment, and economic growth in the region.” Irakli Kvergelidze, CEO of Orbi Group, added: “We are proud to bring the Planet Hollywood Hotel & Casino to Tbilisi and to create a destination that will help define the future of hospitality and tourism in Georgia.” Another prominent figure involved in the project is Mark Advent, the founder of the New York New York Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas and a Partner at Iconic Entertainment. He connected the project to Planet Hollywood’s entertainment heritage and the growth potential of the city, commenting: “I have waited for decades for the perfect chance to collaborate with Robert Earl—one of the world’s most renowned impresarios; his creation of Planet Hollywood is part of a legendary legacy. “We are in the business of fun, and he has brought immense joy to guests across the globe by bringing one of pop culture’s most iconic entertainment brands to life. Furthermore, Tbilisi is ready for a development of this magnitude—this will be a landmark destination!” The resort also brings another international hospitality and gaming name to a city that has been increasingly attracting global operators. Tbilisi has seen growing interest from international travelers in recent years, supported by its mix of urban expansion, historic architecture, and a broader push for tourism. In this environment, a branded integrated resort of this magnitude could strengthen the local market's standing in regional competition for events, travel, and casino business. For Planet Hollywood, the development expands the brand beyond its Las Vegas roots and provides a new presence in the Caucasus and Eastern Europe. Further details regarding the programming, timing, and future rollout are expected to be announced in the coming months. This article is provided by a third-party. AsiaGameHub (https://asiagamehub.com/) makes no warranties regarding its content. AsiaGameHub delivers targeted distribution for iGaming, Casino, and eSports, connecting 3,000+ premium Asian media outlets and 80,000+ specialized influencers across ASEAN.
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Poker Legend David Sklansky Passes Away at Age 78

(AsiaGameHub) - David Sklansky, a pivotal figure in the development of modern poker strategy, passed away at 78 due to heart failure. The three-time World Series of Poker bracelet champion made a profound mark on poker theory, gambling tactics, and the broader narrative of Las Vegas. Good to Know David Sklansky captured three WSOP bracelets and authored close to twenty poker books. The Theory Of Poker introduced concepts such as implied odds and expected value into common poker terminology. His contributions influenced how dedicated players approach poker in cash games, tournaments, and various formats. David Sklansky Changed Poker From Instinct To Theory Many poker players achieve victories, but few transform the game's fundamental understanding. Sklansky accomplished exactly that. Beyond his tournament achievements, he will be remembered for transforming poker into a discipline grounded in mathematics, logic, and strategic long-term planning. His writings formed a cornerstone for countless players across generations. His most famous publication, The Theory Of Poker, originally released in 1978, lies at the heart of his enduring influence. This work helped integrate concepts like implied odds and expected value into the mainstream of poker strategy. Numerous principles that seem routine today were relatively obscure until Sklansky articulated them clearly and constructed a systematic framework. A Gambling Mind That Reached Beyond Poker A New Jersey native, Sklansky demonstrated exceptional mathematical aptitude from an early age. He studied at the University of Pennsylvania and had a short stint as an actuary before the allure of professional gambling drew him to Las Vegas. There, he established himself not merely as a poker competitor, but also as a blackjack card counter and sports wagerer perpetually seeking an advantage.This analytical approach extended well beyond the poker felt. He investigated vulnerabilities in casino games, served as a consultant, and even created a game concept that would later develop into Caribbean Stud, though this venture eventually led to an expensive legal and financial dispute. He also cultivated a reputation for an eccentric personality befitting his brilliant intellect. At one stage, his business card reportedly listed his occupation as a "resident wizard." Books That Shaped Generations Of Players Sklansky also made a lasting impact on poker literature. Doyle Brunson enlisted him to contribute to Super/System, among the most pivotal poker books ever published. He continued writing for decades, producing a later version of The Theory Of Poker tailored for no-limit hold'em and, in late 2023, Small Stakes No-Limit Hold'em: Help Them Give You Their Money. At one point, he achieved a remarkable publishing milestone by placing three distinct titles simultaneously in Amazon's top 100, alongside J.K. Rowling. His anecdotes beyond the written page were equally vivid. During a 2024 interview on Card Player Poker Stories, he recounted being banned from blackjack, participating in rigged political contests, receiving watches rather than bracelets at the WSOP, challenging Donald Trump to a $1 million board game match, and experiencing five armed confrontations. He also maintained a close friendship with casino magnate Bob Stupak and reportedly influenced his decision to construct the Stratosphere, now an iconic feature of the Las Vegas skyline. A Legacy That Also Carried Controversy Any truthful biography must acknowledge the darker aspects of his life. Sklansky publicly acknowledged having "more than a few enemies" within poker circles and felt that his Hall of Fame prospects were diminished by tense relations with certain voters. He also faced accusations regarding involvement in the 2008 suicide of poker player Brandi Hawbaker. In early 2026, he was detained on domestic battery allegations, though prosecutors ultimately declined to file formal charges.Despite these controversies, his position in poker history remains unassailable. Any substantive discussion of ranges, odds, value, and disciplined decision-making continues to reflect the concepts he introduced to the game. This article is provided by a third-party. AsiaGameHub (https://asiagamehub.com/) makes no warranties regarding its content. AsiaGameHub delivers targeted distribution for iGaming, Casino, and eSports, connecting 3,000+ premium Asian media outlets and 80,000+ specialized influencers across ASEAN.
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Maryland Online Casino Initiative Faces Stalemate

(AsiaGameHub) - Efforts to legalize online casinos in Maryland have lost momentum during the 2026 legislative session. A referendum bill from Senator Ron Watson was withdrawn, and the companion measure that would have set rules for Maryland’s online casinos failed to advance out of committee before Crossover Day. This leaves the state’s push to legalize online casino gaming in a vulnerable position as the session enters its final phase. Good to Know SB 761—the referendum bill tied to Maryland’s online casino legalization effort—was pulled by Senator Watson. SB 885, which would have established the framework for internet gaming and online bingo, remained in committee. The broader Maryland iGaming plan cannot proceed in its current form without voter approval via a referendum. The two-bill strategy was designed to work together, but that structure now appears to be the main reason the effort has stalled. SB 761 would have put a Maryland online casino referendum on the ballot, while SB 885 outlined how internet gaming and online bingo would be licensed and regulated. Once SB 761 was withdrawn, the path for SB 885 narrowed sharply because the regulatory bill depended on referendum approval. Timing also worked against the proposal. Maryland General Assembly records show both Senate bills were introduced in early February and heard on March 11. Yet SB 885 did not advance from committee before the March 23 Crossover Day deadline—a point in the session where bills that haven’t crossed chambers rarely recover. The Maryland General Assembly’s homepage on March 24 also noted the legislature was nearing sine die, leaving little room for a last-minute save. Opposition came from multiple angles. Delegate Wayne Hartman, who serves on the House Ways and Means Committee, made clear that support within Annapolis was weak. He said: “I feel pretty confident there’s not an appetite for it this year.”He also raised a longer-term concern about state finances. He said: “My concern is, really, next year, after the election, when our deficit continues to grow, what are we going to see to quench the thirst of the majority party here to spend money?” Casino interests also pushed back. Representatives from Ocean Downs Casino warned lawmakers that Maryland online gambling could harm tourism and put local jobs at risk. Worcester County Commissioners shared similar worries, arguing that internet casino play could draw spending away from in-person venues in the region. That argument has surfaced in other states too, where online casino bills often face resistance from retail operators worried about cannibalization—even as supporters say digital gaming can add tax revenue and keep play within a regulated market. For now, legal online casino gaming in Maryland remains out of reach. The state still has six commercial casinos, and Watson’s proposal would have let those operators join a regulated online casino market. But with the referendum bill gone and the implementation measure stuck in committee, online casinos in Maryland look unlikely in 2026 unless lawmakers revisit the idea in a new form later on. This article is provided by a third-party. AsiaGameHub (https://asiagamehub.com/) makes no warranties regarding its content. AsiaGameHub delivers targeted distribution for iGaming, Casino, and eSports, connecting 3,000+ premium Asian media outlets and 80,000+ specialized influencers across ASEAN.
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Casineo Launches in Swiss Online Casino Market with Gamanza Technology

(AsiaGameHub) - Gamanza Group has solidified its presence in the Swiss online casino sector through a collaboration with Casino Locarno for the Casineo brand. This agreement positions Gamanza's technology as central to a new licensed online casino operation in Switzerland, slated to launch in March 2026. Key Information Casineo operates using Gamanza's comprehensive player account management platform, specifically developed for regulated markets. The brand serves as the online division of Stadtcasino Baden AG, the entity behind Casinò Locarno. Gamanza Engage is also part of the implementation, equipping Casineo with CRM and gamification functionalities within Swiss regulatory guidelines. Gamanza Strengthens Swiss Market Role with Casineo Casineo represents Casino Locarno's inaugural online casino venture under its land-based license, with Gamanza providing the complete underlying platform. This encompasses compliance tools, responsible gaming features, payment processing, data management, and front-end delivery across web and mobile. In a market like Switzerland, characterized by stringent regulations and high licensing standards, such a full-service infrastructure is essential. The partnership also offers insight into the direction of the Swiss market. Switzerland maintains a tightly controlled and closely monitored online casino framework, necessitating that operators entering digital channels adopt technology built from the outset around control, reporting, player protection, and local compliance. Gamanza's existing collaborations with other operators in the country likely contributed to Casino Locarno's decision to select a provider with expertise in highly regulated environments. Tero Vienonen, Managing Director of Gamanza Group, commented:“Casineo is precisely the type of operator for whom we developed our platform – an ambitious new brand entering the online casino arena in one of Europe’s most demanding regulatory markets. “Switzerland imposes an exceptionally high benchmark for compliance and operational precision, and our technology is engineered to meet that standard from day one. We are proud to support Casineo in launching with a seamless and fully compliant player experience.” Casineo leadership echoed this sentiment. Michael Boyschau, Director, Casineo, stated: “Switzerland is among the most challenging markets for launching an online operation. Gamanza provided us with the foundational platform and the regulatory confidence to execute it correctly, and the partnership throughout the process has been exactly what we required.”A vital element of the rollout is Gamanza Engage. This product enables Casineo to manage CRM, loyalty programs, and gamification without exceeding regulatory boundaries. For online casino operators in Switzerland, player retention cannot solely depend on aggressive bonus promotions, making compliant personalization increasingly crucial. Simon Pukl, Director of Product and Business Development at Gamanza Core, remarked: “Switzerland’s regulatory landscape establishes one of the highest standards for online operators, and we are proud to assist Casinò Locarno with a platform specifically designed for such environments. “Our proprietary PAM solution seamlessly integrates compliance, responsible gaming, payments, and front-end delivery into a single flexible platform, empowering Casineo to operate a scalable online business. We are pleased to support Casineo’s brand and product vision and anticipate a long-term partnership.” Nathalie Haspel, Head of Online Gaming at Casineo, noted that the CRM and gamification aspects will help the brand cultivate player relationships appropriately, stating: “Building genuine player relationships in a regulated market demands more than just promotions. Gamanza Engage provides us with the CRM and gamification tools to create personalized, compliant experiences that keep players engaged for the right reasons.” This article is provided by a third-party. AsiaGameHub (https://asiagamehub.com/) makes no warranties regarding its content. AsiaGameHub delivers targeted distribution for iGaming, Casino, and eSports, connecting 3,000+ premium Asian media outlets and 80,000+ specialized influencers across ASEAN.
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