MAISON & OBJET PARIS 2026: Gurunavi to Present Over 1,000-year-old "Magewappa" Live Demonstrations with 40 Japanese Wood Products Driving Decarbonization & ESG, Set for Paris

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- Yoshimasa Shibata, One of Only 16 Certified Traditional Craftsmen of Odate Magewappa in Japan, to Perform Live Demonstrations of Precise Hot-water Bending and Wild Cherry Bark Stitching in Paris -

TOKYO, Sept. 1, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Gurunavi, Inc. announced the launch of its special pavilion, "JAPAN WOOD x CRAFTSMANSHIP*," at MAISON & OBJET PARIS 2026, to be held from Thursday, September 10 to Monday, September 14, 2026, in Paris, France.

*Operated by Gurunavi, Inc. as part of a project for promoting Japanese wood products, subsidized by the Forestry Agency of Japan.

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Over 1,000-year-old Heritage "Odate Magewappa": Live Demonstrations by One of Only 16 Nationally Certified Masters in Japan

The main highlight of the pavilion is live demonstrations of "Odate Magewappa," a nationally designated traditional craft from Odate City, Akita Prefecture. Its roots date back over 1,000 years, supported by 10th-century archaeological finds of early bentwood vessels preserved in volcanic ash. Since being established as an industry approximately 400 years ago, it has been passed down through generations as a high-level artisan skill. Yoshimasa Shibata, one of only 16 nationally certified "Traditional Craftsmen" in Odate Magewappa, will travel to Paris to demonstrate his master craftsmanship up close.

At the pavilion, Shibata will demonstrate "Mage-kakou" (bending process), in which natural cedar wood softened in hot water above 80C is bent instantaneously guided solely by the artisan's fingertip intuition, and "Kaba-toji" (bark stitching), in which seams are bound with wild cherry bark as if sewn. This interactive showcase offers an invaluable opportunity to witness firsthand the master craftsmanship that brings out the natural beauty and functionality of materials to create durable products designed to be cherished and maintained over time.

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Harmonizing with Contemporary European Lifestyles: Over 40 Sophisticated Japanese Wood Products Gathered in Paris

The venue will showcase over 40 curated items -- including Odate Magewappa, furniture, decor and tableware -- combining advanced Japanese woodworking with modern design. Utilizing wood's natural appeal, such as rich fragrance, thermal regulation, moisture absorption and antibacterial properties, the exhibition offers fresh proposals for contemporary, sustainable European living spaces.

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Tackling Climate Change: Japan's Circular Use of Forest Resources

Approximately 70% of Japan's land area is covered by forests, with about 40% of these areas classified as planted forests. While planted forests account for only about 8% of the world's total forest area, Japan boasts one of the highest ratios globally. This achievement is the direct result of Japan's long-standing dedication to the circular use of forest resources through the sustainable cycle of planting new seedlings after logging.

Wood products are remarkably eco-friendly materials; they absorb carbon dioxide during their growth phase, emit low carbon dioxide during manufacturing and continue to store carbon internally throughout their lifespan as finished goods. As such, these sustainable wood products contribute significantly to achieving net-zero emissions and advancing corporate ESG goals.

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Exhibition Overview

Event Name: MAISON & OBJET PARIS 2026

Dates: Thursday, September 10 - Monday, September 14, 2026

Venue: Paris Nord Villepinte

Stand Location: Hall 6 -- Stand N120 - P119

Pavilion Name: JAPAN WOOD x CRAFTSMANSHIP

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https://www.maison-objet.com/en/paris/exhibitors/japan-wood-x-craftsmanship-decor-design 

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Pepperstone Appoints Andrew Turnbull to Lead Africa Strategy as Trading Markets Mature

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Nairobi-based appointment strengthens Pepperstone's investment in Africa as mobile trading grows and regulators across the continent raise standards.

MELBOURNE, Australia, Sept. 1, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Pepperstone, a global online trading provider serving clients in more than 160 countries, has appointed Andrew Turnbull as Head of Africa, strengthening its focus on one of the world's fastest-evolving online trading regions. Based in Nairobi, Turnbull will lead Pepperstone's strategy across the continent as traders increasingly turn to mobile-first platforms and regulators move to strengthen oversight of the sector.

Pepperstone Appoints Andrew Turnbull to Lead Africa Strategy

Turnbull brings more than 20 years of experience in financial services, including senior roles at ODL Securities and FXCM Europe, where he led institutional sales and partnerships. His experience spans regulated FX and CFD markets, institutional relationships and business development across international markets.

The appointment also comes as Pepperstone invests in owning more of its technology, giving the business greater control over the trading experience and allowing it to respond more closely to the different needs of clients across individual markets.

"Africa is dozens of distinct regulatory environments and trader profiles," said Marc Boever, Head of EMEA at Pepperstone. "That is why we are putting more resources on the ground and investing in people who understand the region. Andrew's experience across regulated financial services and institutional partnerships, combined with his growing first-hand understanding of markets like Kenya, makes him the right person to lead our growth across the continent."

Kenya, where Pepperstone is licensed under the Capital Markets Authority (CMA)*, was one of the first African countries to introduce a formal regulatory framework for online forex trading. That early move has helped create a more mature market, with regulated, licensed brokers increasingly trusted by traders, while Kenya's experience offers a model for other African regulators looking to bring greater oversight to the sector.

"Kenya's traders were among the first in Africa to get a properly regulated market to trade in, and that head start shows," said Andrew Turnbull, Head of Africa at Pepperstone. "There is a growing appetite for online trading across the continent, but every market is different. I'm looking forward to building on Pepperstone's presence here and working with our teams and partners to better understand and serve the different trading communities across Africa." 

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* Pepperstone Markets Kenya Limited is licensed and regulated by Kenya's Capital Markets Authority under licence number 128.

About Pepperstone: Pepperstone is a global fintech and CFD broker serving traders in more than 160 countries. The company provides access to forex, indices, commodities, shares, ETFs and digital asset markets through industry-leading platforms, competitive pricing and a strong regulatory framework.

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Cherubic Ventures Closes $68.88 Million Fund VI as AUM Surpasses $500 Million

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Early Investment Sudo AI Valued at Nearly $2B

TAIPEI, Sept. 1, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Cherubic Ventures today announced the close of its sixth fund (Fund VI) at $68.88 million. The fund size reflects the auspicious meaning of the number eight in East Asian cultures, where it is traditionally associated with prosperity and good fortune. With this close, assets under management across the firm's six funds have surpassed US$500 million.

Investors across all six funds include leading global institutional investors and foundations, as well as publicly listed companies, family offices, successful entrepreneurs and high-net-worth individuals.

Matt Cheng, Founder & Solo GP of Cherubic Ventures, at the firm’s 10th anniversary celebration in Taipei.

Fund VI maintains the firm's early-stage focus, investing in AI-native companies across infrastructure, developer tools, enterprise software, healthcare, physical AI and robotics. Sudo AI, a robotics startup in the portfolio, has reached a valuation of nearly $2 billion two years after its founding, joining the ranks of unicorns.

"After ten years, I am more certain than ever about why I chose to invest at the earliest stages," said Matt Cheng, Founder & Solo GP of Cherubic Ventures. "Working alongside exceptional founders, finding a path through uncertainty, and ultimately changing an industry is what keeps driving me."

Investing Across AI, From Infrastructure to Industry Applications

As AI reshapes industries, Cherubic Ventures continues to look for founders using the technology to build new products and redefine markets. Since 2024, the firm's AI-native investments have spanned infrastructure, developer tools, enterprise software, healthcare, physical AI and robotics.

In robotics, Sudo AI was co-founded by Hao Su, a leading researcher in embodied AI and 3D vision and co-author of PointNet, and serial entrepreneur Robin Han. Its sudo R1 robotic system is trained through virtual simulation and can reliably handle objects it has never encountered without relying on real-world manipulation data. This addresses a key bottleneck to deploying robotics at scale. Cherubic Ventures was its earliest institutional investor.

Cherubic Ventures is also an early investor in Entire, the developer platform founded by former GitHub CEO Thomas Dohmke. The company raised US$60 million earlier this year, the largest seed round ever for a developer tools startup.

While Fund VI is still at an early stage, its portfolio companies have already raised more than $500 million in subsequent funding. Other notable investments include AI-powered patent technology platform Patlytics, along with healthcare and drug development companies Max AI, Generation Lab and therapiAI.

A Decade Alongside Founders, Supporting the Next Generation

Founded in 2015, Cherubic Ventures was among the first venture firms in the world to adopt the solo GP model. It has invested in more than 200 companies globally, with early investments including Hims & Hers, Flexport, Calm, Paidy, 91APP and Astranis. 

Across its portfolio, Cherubic Ventures has been the earliest institutional investors in dozens of companies that went on to become unicorns. Hims & Hers is listed on the New York Stock Exchange and 91APP on the Taipei Exchange, while Paidy was acquired by PayPal for US$2.7 billion.

Fund VI marks the beginning of Cherubic Ventures' second decade. "The past ten years have made me more certain that believing in founders before the answers are clear, and backing them through uncertainty, is at the heart of early-stage investing," Cheng said. "In the next decade, we will continue to 'Stay Early' and work with the most exceptional founders to build the future we want to see."

About Cherubic Ventures

Founded in 2015, Cherubic Ventures is a global early-stage venture capital firm that started in Taipei and has built a strong presence in the U.S. market. The firm backs outstanding founders from day one and was among the first venture firms in the world to adopt the solo GP model. Notable investments include Hims & Hers, Calm, Flexport, 91APP, Paidy, Formation Bio and Astranis. To date, Cherubic Ventures has invested in more than 200 startups and brings together more than 500 founders and investors in a distinctive global community.

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20 Jahre „Die Nordreportage“ – NDR feiert die Erfolgsreihe mit Kinotour und Jubiläumsprogramm – Tickets gewinnen

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Seit 2006 erzählt die NDR Reihe „Die Nordreportage“ Geschichten aus dem echten Leben: authentisch, nahbar und typisch norddeutsch. Zum Jubiläum lädt der NDR zu einer Kinotour durch Norddeutschland ein und zeigt in zwei Jubiläumswochen ab 28. September besondere Klassiker und neue Reportagen im NDR Fernsehen und online.

Andrea Lütke, stellv. NDR Intendantin: „Über 20 Jahre zeigt „Die Nordreportage“ Geschichten, die nah am Leben sind und den Norden in seiner ganzen Vielfalt zeigen. Die Reihe begegnet den Menschen mit Respekt, Neugier und auf Augenhöhe – und macht sichtbar, was unsere Regionen bewegt und zusammenhält. Zum Jubiläum möchten wir mit unserem Publikum feiern, und uns bei den Protagonisten bedanken, die uns den Blick in ihren Alltag ermöglicht haben.“

Als am 9. Januar 2006 die erste Nordreportage um 18:15 Uhr im NDR Fernsehen läuft, steht schnell fest: Echte norddeutsche Typen, die Kamera und Publikum nah an sich und ihr Leben heranlassen, sind ein Erfolgsmodell. Seitdem geben die 30-minütigen Reportagen aus den NDR Landesfunkhäusern  Einblick in den Alltag besonderer und doch ganz bodenständiger Menschen in Norddeutschland. Ob Handwerk, Landwirtschaft, Rettungsdienst oder Gastronomie: „Die Nordreportage“ zeigt die Norddeutschen wie sie sind, vielfältig, direkt und authentisch, und feiert alle Menschen, die unsere Region mitgestalten.

Seit 2006 läuft „Die Nordreportage“ im NDR Fernsehen, seit mehreren Jahren auch in der ARD Mediathek und auf den YouTube-Kanälen „NDR Doku“ und „NDR auf’m Land“. Auf allen Ausspielwegen und über die Generationen hinweg erzielt das Format im NDR Vergleich Spitzenabrufzahlen bzw. sehr gute Quoten.

Jetzt Tickets für „Die Nordreportage“ Kinotour gewinnen

Zwischen dem 28. September und 2. Oktober lädt der NDR in vier norddeutschen Kinos - in Hamburg, Stralsund, Lüneburg und Husum -  zum gemeinsamen Ansehen einer beliebten „Classic“-Nordreportage und einer noch unveröffentlichten Nordreportage ein. Dabei hat das Publikum Gelegenheit, mit Machern und Menschen aus den Nordreportagen ins Gespräch zu kommen und sie persönlich kennenzulernen.

Alle, die dabei sein möchten können bis 13. September unter folgendem Link Tickets für die Veranstaltungen gewinnen: 20 Jahre „Nordreportage“: Tickets für Kino-Tour gewinnen | ndr.de

Classic-Highlights:  Lange Nacht der Nordreportage im  NDR  Fernsehen  und zum Streamen 

 Eine Auswahl der beliebtesten Nordreportagen der vergangenen 20 Jahre zeigt das NDR Fernsehen  in der Woche ab 28. September immer Montag bis Donnerstag um 18.15 Uhr. In der Nacht zum 29. September folgt ab 1.00 Uhr „Die Lange Nacht 20 Jahre Nordreportage“. Am 4. Oktober ist außerdem ab 20.15 Uhr die Best-of Nordreportage “Heiß, fettig und mit ganz viel Herz - Imbissgeschichten aus‘m Norden” zu sehen.

Ab dem 5. Oktober, zeigt das NDR Fernsehen die vier Neuproduktionen, die die Gäste der Kinotour bereits vor Ort sehen konnten, Montags bis Donnerstags ab 18.15 Uhr. Viele Klassiker und die neuen Folgen können auch in der ARD Mediathek gestreamt werden.

Die Kinotour im Überblick:

20 Jahre "Die Nordreportage" im Kino Center Husum

Montag, 28. September 2026; 18:00 Uhr Einlass; 19:00 Uhr Beginn

Premiere: Notruf auf Fehmarn - Die Retter von der Sonneninsel

20 Jahre "Die Nordreportage" im „Ozeaneum Stralsund“

Dienstag, 29. September 2026; 18:00 Uhr Einlass; 19:00 Uhr Beginn

Premiere: 110 hautnah – Auf Streife mit "Strela 10" in Stralsund

20 Jahre "Die Nordreportage" im „Filmpalast Lüneburg“

Donnerstag, 1. Oktober 2026; 18:30 Uhr Einlass; 19:30 Uhr Beginn

Premiere: Neues aus Rollys Trucker-Imbiss – Hausmannskost und Herzlichkeit

20 Jahre "Die Nordreportage" in der „ASTOR Film Lounge HafenCity“ in Hamburg

Freitag, 2. Oktober 2026; 18:00 Uhr Einlass; 19:00 Uhr Beginn

Premiere: Kiezpolizei Davidwache – Dauereinsatz rund um die Reeperbahn

Mehr Infos zur Nordreportage: Die Nordreportage | ndr.de

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Allegiant Announces Two New Nonstop Routes Connecting Flint-Area to Premier Florida Destinations

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For a limited time, travelers can receive one-way fares as low as $69* 

LAS VEGAS, Sept. 1, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Allegiant Travel Company (NASDAQ: ALGT) today added two new year-round nonstop routes from Flint Bishop International Airport (FNT) to Orlando International Airport (MCO) and Southwest Florida International Airport (RSW), with limited time one-way fares as low as $69*. Due to popular demand, the airline is also adding flights to two existing routes from FNT to Sarasota Bradenton International Airport (SRQ) and St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport (PIE), expanding its network with additional affordable travel options.

Launching in late winter 2027, the new routes will offer convenient nonstop service between these cities while strengthening Allegiant's presence in popular leisure destinations. The airline is known for connecting small to mid-size cities to larger markets. As more people seek value-driven travel options, Allegiant remains dedicated to making dream vacations possible with budget-friendly fares and excellent customer service. 

"We're pleased to expand service between Michigan and Florida with these new routes, giving travelers even more convenient access to the destinations they want to visit most," said Drew Wells, Allegiant's chief commercial officer. "Combined with added frequencies in several markets, these nonstop, year-round flights provide customers with greater flexibility and value when planning their travel."

A hallmark of Allegiant's leisure-focused business model is its network of all-nonstop flights, making air travel more seamless and accessible. Passengers spend less time at the airport and more time enjoying their vacation.

The year-round new routes between Flint Bishop International Airport (FNT) and the following cities include:

Orlando, Florida via Orlando International Airport (MCO) beginning Feb. 10, 2027

Fort Myers, Florida via Southwest Florida International Airport (RSW) beginning Feb. 11, 2027.

Additional frequency has been added between Flint Bishop International Airport (FNT) and the following cities:

Sarasota, Florida via Sarasota Bradenton International Airport (SRQ), with weekly Wednesday, Friday and Monday service beginning Feb. 10, 2027.

St. Pete-Clearwater, Florida via St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport (PIE), with weekly Thursday, Sunday and Tuesday service beginning Feb. 11, 2027.

"This is tremendous news for Flint Bishop Airport and travelers throughout Mid-Michigan," said Nino Sapone, Chief Executive Officer of Flint Bishop International Airport. "As an Allegiant base, we are proud of the partnership we have built and appreciate Allegiant's continued investment in FNT. Adding year-round service to Orlando and Fort Myers gives our passengers even more choices and flexibility when traveling to Florida."

Tickets for all newly announced routes are now available. Flight days, times and the lowest fares can be found at Allegiant.com.

*About the introductory one-way fares:

Seats and dates are limited, and fares are not available on all flights. For FNT-MCO, introductory fares are available as low as $69 one way when purchased by Sept. 2, 2026. For FNT-RSW, introductory fares are available as low as $69 one way when purchased by Sept. 2, 2026. Prices displayed include taxes, carrier charges and government fees. Fare rules, routes and schedules are subject to change without notice. Optional baggage charges and additional restrictions may apply. For more details, optional services and baggage fees, please visit Allegiant.com.

About Allegiant – Together We Fly™

Las Vegas-based Allegiant (NASDAQ: ALGT) is an integrated travel company with an airline at its heart, focused on connecting customers with the people, places and experiences that matter most.  Through Allegiant Air and Sun Country Airlines, the company serves approximately 22 million annual customers across scheduled passenger, charter and cargo operations.  Together, the airlines operate more than 650 routes serving nearly 175 cities throughout the United States and select international destinations.  Allegiant is committed to providing affordable travel options, operational excellence and long-term value for customers, employees, communities and shareholders. For more information, visit Allegiant.com.  Media information, including photos, is available at http://gofly.us/iiFa303wrtF

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Halloween Creeps Up as First Fright 2026 Begins Sept. 11 at America's Best Haunted Attractions

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America Haunts announces the nation's most celebrated haunted attractions open between Sept. 11 and Oct. 2 — giving scare-seekers a reason to hit the road and launch Halloween early

KANSAS CITY, Mo., Sept. 1, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Why wait until October to have fun getting scared? While Halloween merchandise has been creeping onto store shelves since July, the real kickoff to Halloween comes when America's best haunted attractions open their doors, and serious haunt fans know there's something special about being there for the season opener.

America's most acclaimed haunted attractions open for the 2026 season.

Eighteen America Haunts member attractions open for the 2026 season between September 11 and October 2, giving thrill-seekers a jump on the season and a chance to experience some of the country's most celebrated haunted attractions before Halloween is in full swing.

First Fright is opening night- the anticipation of being among the first through the gates, seeing the new surprises, and experiencing the scares before the season is "poof" already over! For fans who plan their Halloween around haunted attractions, it's a reason to start the season with a road trip, a staycation, or a weekend adventure close to home. Get it on your calendar and be ready for many screams and laughter, as Amber Arnett Bequeaith, spokesperson for America Haunts, advises on the fall ritual.

America Haunts is the nation's premier haunted attraction association, representing some of the country's longest-running, largest, and most technically sophisticated haunted experiences. Collectively, America Haunts members entertain more than one million thrill-seekers annually.

"In October, haunts are busy, but our biggest haunt fans love the thrill of First Fright. It's about being there opening night and getting the bragging rights to be one of the first to conquer your fears going through these acclaimed haunts," said Arnett-Bequeaith. "It is also fun to kick off your fall holiday early and fit them all in. Families are busy, and our members are destinations in their own right, so opening night can be the perfect excuse for a road trip. Find one within driving distance, book a hotel, explore the community, have dinner, get scared, and make a weekend of it. All before the rest of the goblins are out and about!"

For those ready to make First Fright a fall tradition, the options span the country. From coast to coast, these top haunted attractions offer a range of opening dates for the season—making this list road-trip ready for serious scare-seekers.

THE 2026 AMERICA HAUNTS FIRST-FRIGHT CALENDAR

SEPTEMBER 11 — THE SEASON BEGINS

Niles Scream Park — Niles, Michigan  Open: Sept. 11–Nov. 7

The Dent Schoolhouse — Cincinnati, Ohio Open: Sept. 11–Nov. 13

SEPTEMBER 18/19 — THE SECOND WAVE

NETHERWORLD Haunted House — Atlanta metro Open: Sept. 18–Nov. 7

Erebus Haunted Attraction — Detroit metro Open: Sept. 18–Nov. 7

The Dead End Hayride — Minneapolis metro  Open: Sept. 18–Nov. 1

Spooky World/Nightmare New England — Boston metro  Open: Sept. 18–Nov. 1

Thrillvania Haunted House Park — Dallas metro  Open: Sept. 18–Oct. 31

Nightmare on 13th — Salt Lake City Open: Sept. 18–Oct. 31, and special events through Nov. 13

Factory of Terror — Canton, Ohio  Open: Sept. 19–Nov. 13

SEPTEMBER 25/26 — THE BIGGEST WAVE OF OPENINGS

The Haunted Trail of Balboa Park — San Diego  Open: Sept. 25–Nov. 1

Talon Falls Screampark — Paducah–Mayfield, KY-IL metro  Open: Sept. 25–Nov. 1

The 13th Gate — Baton Rouge  Open: Sept. 25–Nov. 7, with special experiences including Flashlight Fright Nights and Séance

Bennett's Curse Haunted House — Baltimore metro  Open: Sept. 25–Nov. 7

Spookywoods at Kersey Valley — Greensboro-High Point metro Open: Sept. 25–Nov. 7

Bates Motel & Haunted Hayride — Philadelphia metro Open: Sept. 25–Nov. 1

Cutting Edge Haunted House — Fort Worth metro Open: Sept. 25–Nov. 13

Headless Horseman Hayrides and Haunted Attractions — New York City area  Open: Sept. 26–Oct. 31

OCTOBER 2 — KANSAS CITY JOINS THE FRIGHT

Beast and Edge of Hell — Kansas City  Open: Oct. 2–Oct. 31

FIRST FRIGHT – It's time to plan for Halloween! Go ahead, get your scream on.

About America Haunts

America Haunts is the national association of premier haunted attractions, representing some of the most respected and recognized haunts in the United States. Its members set the standard for safety, creativity, and innovation, delivering immersive, spine-chilling experiences that have helped make haunted attractions a destination for Halloween entertainment. Find attractions, locations, and ticket links at AmericaHaunts.com.

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Furuno Unveils New SOLION-100 Terminal for Iridium GMDSS USA - English

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The SOLION-100 combines GMDSS, Ship Security Alert System and Long-Range Identification and Tracking capabilities in a single Iridium Certus 100 terminal for newbuild and retrofit vessels.

HAMBURG, Germany, Sept. 1, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Iridium Communications Inc. (Nasdaq: IRDM), a leading provider of global voice, data, aircraft surveillance, and positioning, navigation, and timing (PNT) satellite services, and Furuno Electric Co., Ltd. today announced Furuno will offer its new SOLION-100 terminal for Iridium GMDSS. This new Furuno maritime safety terminal is built on Iridium® Certus 100 technology and integrates GMDSS, Ship Security Alert System (SSAS) and Long-Range Identification and Tracking (LRIT) capabilities in a single platform.

SOLION-100 Terminal for Iridium GMDSS

Iridium GMDSS entered service in 2020 following recognition by the International Maritime Organization (IMO), becoming the first new provider of satellite GMDSS services since the system was established. It delivers regulated maritime distress and safety communications through Iridium's low-Earth orbit (LEO) satellite network, with global coverage, including the polar regions.

Furuno's addition of Iridium GMDSS to its portfolio gives shipowners and shipyards greater choice in selecting maritime safety equipment for newbuild and retrofit vessels.

"Furuno has been committed to supporting safer navigation at sea for decades, and maritime safety remains at the heart of what we do," said Kiyoshi Furuno, Head of Marine Electronic Products Division and Sales Management Department General Manager, Furuno. "The new SOLION-100 terminal for Iridium GMDSS allows us to strengthen our safety communications portfolio and provide customers with LEO satellite GMDSS technology alongside the Furuno navigation and communications systems they already rely on."

"Furuno has a long history of supporting maritime safety, and its addition of Iridium GMDSS brings together that expertise with the global coverage of the Iridium network," said Wouter Deknopper, vice president and general manager, maritime, Iridium. "Together, we are giving shipowners and shipyards another way to equip vessels with reliable maritime safety communications, including in the polar regions."

Iridium GMDSS is designed to support crews throughout a maritime safety event, from receiving navigational and meteorological warnings through Iridium SafetyCast® to initiating a distress alert and establishing Safety Voice communications with a Rescue Coordination Center. A single-button distress alert transmits the vessel's identification, status and position, while Safety Voice enables crews to communicate directly with rescue authorities to provide additional information about the situation.

The SOLION-100 is expected to be commercially available for retrofit applications in late 2026, with availability for newbuild projects expected to follow in 2027.

Iridium is exhibiting this week at SMM Hamburg. Visit booth Hall B6 Stand 313 to learn more about Iridium PNT, Iridium GMDSS, and other critical maritime safety services.

For more information about Iridium GMDSS, visit https://www.iridium.com/gmdss.

About Iridium Communications Inc.

Iridium Communications Inc. (Nasdaq: IRDM) operates the world's only truly global mobile satellite network. It serves as a platform for innovation, enabling voice, data, and messaging, positioning, navigation, and timing (PNT), and aircraft surveillance services anywhere on Earth. Through its satellite constellation and integrated capabilities like Aireon, the world's only space-based air traffic surveillance system, Iridium delivers services that support safety-focused operations across aviation, maritime, government, industrial, and consumer markets. The company is a leader in satellite Internet of Things (IoT) connectivity and is advancing direct-to-device (D2D) communications based on open standards to expand access to satellite services.

Headquartered in McLean, Virginia, Iridium innovates through an ecosystem of more than 500 technology and distribution partners, serving millions of customers worldwide. For more information visit www.iridium.com.

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Ripple and SettleMint partner to provide digital asset custody and tokenization for financial institutions in Asia Pacific

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Sep 01, 2026, 01:00 ET

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New integration between Ripple Custody and SettleMint's Digital Asset Lifecycle Platform gives regulated financial institutions a single, connected foundation to issue, manage, and operate digital assets across their full lifecycle.

SINGAPORE, Sept. 1, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Ripple, the leading provider of blockchain-based enterprise solutions across traditional and digital finance, and SettleMint, a global leader in Digital Asset Lifecycle Management, have announced today a strategic partnership offering regulated financial institutions a unified solution to custody, issue, and manage tokenized assets across their full lifecycle. The partnership integrates Ripple Custody, Ripple's institutional-grade digital asset custody infrastructure, and SettleMint's DALP (Digital Asset Lifecycle Platform).

Ripple Custody provides institutional-grade digital asset custody infrastructure and has continued to expand its capabilities over the past year through new partnerships with Securosys and Figment, integration with Chainalysis, and the acquisition of Palisade, simplifying procurement and giving banks, fintechs and corporates a faster, less complex way to secure digital assets, stablecoins and real-world assets.

In parallel, SettleMint's DALP offers an institutional-grade, entirely composable digital asset lifecycle platform, designed for regulated financial institutions, market infrastructure operators, and sovereign entities. DALP is already in use across production and pre-production programmes with institutions in North America, Europe, the Middle East, and Asia Pacific, and provides these institutions the ability to design, issue, and manage tokenized real-world assets. Unlike point solutions that only handle token creation, DALP serves as a unified, governed control plane that manages the entire lifecycle of an asset post-launch. Issuance, compliance, custody, settlement, and servicing are managed on a single platform, without multi-vendor assembly, without reconciliation gaps, and with a controlled transition from pilot to production.

The combination of Ripple's custody solution and SettleMint's DALP platform means an institution can hold and manage digital assets in a regulated, compliant and safe way across the full lifecycle through one integrated solution, instead of operating across separate vendors for custody, issuance, compliance and servicing. This includes compliance and permissioning controls required by heavily regulated institutions.

Ripple and SettleMint have already commenced their partnership offering in Asia and plan to extend this to other markets as institutional demand develops.

The integration of digital assets and tokenized financial products has become essential for the future of banking and the traditional financial sector. In Boston Consulting Group's report, "The Future of Digital Assets," published in May 2026, the firm identifies the shift toward digital assets as a fundamental restructuring of financial infrastructure, projecting that tokenized real-world assets could reach $88 trillion by 2035. The report warns that traditional banks failing to adapt to this digital shift face a potential 30% reduction in profits by 2035.

The report also noted that banks can leverage tokenized products to transition from traditional intermediation to infrastructure orchestration, creating new revenue streams through tokenized funds, automated collateral mobility, and advanced custody solutions.

Fiona Murray, Managing Director, Asia Pacific at Ripple, said: "Financial institutions across Asia Pacific are putting digital assets to work. They are asking how to do more without stitching together separate solutions for custody, issuance and governance. This partnership gives them the foundation to roll out digital assets and future-proof them from there: Ripple Custody to hold and govern the asset, and SettleMint to manage its entire lifecycle."

"Global capital markets are moving fully on-chain, and that shift only works when digital asset custody and lifecycle management operate as one system rather than two," said Adam Popat, CEO of SettleMint. "Combining Ripple Custody and  DALP gives institutions that single foundation, and this partnership lets us bring it to regulated markets globally."

About SettleMint

SettleMint, headquartered in Leuven, Belgium, with offices in the UAE, Singapore, and Japan, is the company behind DALP, the entirely composable Digital Asset Lifecycle Platform. DALP enables financial institutions, market infrastructure operators, and governments to build, deploy, and manage digital assets and blockchain applications at scale.

About Ripple

Founded in 2012, Ripple is the leading provider of blockchain-based enterprise solutions across traditional and digital finance. Its solutions span global payments, custody, liquidity, and treasury management, serving as a one-stop shop for moving, storing, exchanging, and managing value. Ripple's stablecoin, RLUSD, and the cryptocurrency XRP underpinning these solutions, allow Ripple and its customers to shape the modern financial system.

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SettleMint: Lara Abdul Malak, lara@settlemint.com, Tel: +961 3 748 689

Ripple: Hsueh Mei Tan, press@ripple.com 

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XPENG Announces Vehicle Delivery Results for August 2026

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Sep 01, 2026, 00:32 ET

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GUANGZHOU, China, Sept. 1, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- XPeng Inc. ("XPENG" or the "Company,"NYSE: XPEV and HKEX: 9868), a leading global Physical AI company, today announced its vehicle delivery results for August 2026.

XPENG delivered 39,107 vehicles in August 2026, up 4% year-over-year.

On August 11, 2026, the XPENG G9L made its official debut and commenced pre-sales in the Chinese mainland.

In August, XPENG Robotaxi business validation gained further progress. The Company secured a permit to conduct remote testing of intelligent connected vehicles in Guangzhou, allowing road trials without an onboard safety operator on designated Level 1, 2 and 3 test roads across the city and marking a key milestone toward fully driverless road testing.

XPENG's electric vehicles delivered from January to August 2026 are expected to reduce life-cycle greenhouse gas emissions by more than 3.72 million tons compared to internal combustion engine vehicles, equivalent to the carbon absorbed by 61.6 million young trees over 10 years.

About XPENG

XPENG is a leading global Physical AI company, dedicated to bringing artificial intelligence into the physical world to reshape future mobility and smart living. Through in-house R&D, XPENG has developed a full-stack Physical AI architecture spanning Turing AI chips, world foundation models, and highly integrated software and hardware applications. This unified technology foundation of XPENG powers an expansive product portfolio of smart EVs, robotaxis, and humanoid robots, advancing the deployment of Physical AI at scale. Headquartered in Guangzhou, China, XPENG is dual-primary listed on the New York Stock Exchange and the Hong Kong Stock Exchange. With global capabilities across R&D, manufacturing, sales, and services, XPENG drives continuous technological innovation and fosters an open Physical AI ecosystem, making life smarter, safer, and better for users worldwide. For more information, please visit https://www.xpeng.com/.

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This announcement contains forward-looking statements. These statements are made under the "safe harbor" provisions of the United States Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These forward-looking statements can be identified by terminology such as "will," "expects," "anticipates," "future," "intends," "plans," "believes," "estimates" and similar statements. Statements that are not historical facts, including statements about XPENG's beliefs and expectations, are forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements involve inherent risks and uncertainties. A number of factors could cause actual results to differ materially from those contained in any forward-looking statement, including but not limited to the following: XPENG's goal and strategies; XPENG's expansion plans; XPENG's future business development, financial condition and results of operations; the trends in, and size of, China's EV market; XPENG's expectations regarding demand for, and market acceptance of, its products and services; XPENG's expectations regarding its relationships with customers, suppliers, third-party service providers, strategic partners and other stakeholders; general economic and business conditions; and assumptions underlying or related to any of the foregoing. Further information regarding these and other risks is included in XPENG's filings with the United States Securities and Exchange Commission. All information provided in this announcement is as of the date of this announcement, and XPENG does not undertake any obligation to update any forward-looking statement, except as required under applicable law.

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Chinese auto leaders seek solutions for transformative growth at forum held in Chongqing USA - English

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Sep 01, 2026, 00:37 ET

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CHONGQING, China, Sept. 1, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- A news report from Xinhua Silk Road:

From "leading in scale" to "quality-led transformative growth", the shift currently affecting China's auto industry was brought under the spotlight during the recent 2026 Automotive New Quality Productive Force Development Forum.

Chinese auto leaders seek solutions for transformative growth at forum held in Chongqing

Organized by China Economic Information Service and China Certification & Inspection Group, the event, held in Jiulongpo District of Chongqing, attracted a cohort of business representatives from the auto manufacturing and intelligent driving sectors.

As electric vehicle output and intelligent driving burgeon domestically, transformative growth instead of economy of scale remains a critical issue particularly for Chongqing, a leading auto- and motorcycle-producing city on its way to becoming a high-end player in the global value chain.

Regarding industry pain points such as high intelligent driving penetration yet low user trust, He Gang, vice president of Changan Automobile, stressed the significance of enhancing users' sense of safety.

Via its all-weather dark-room laboratory and world models for smart driving, the Chongqing-based company is improving driving stability under extreme conditions and enabling advance detection of hazardous obstacles to build a three-pronged safety system.

He Liyang, president of Seres, outlined a set of principles centered on safety and performance that the company has consistently upheld in its development, saying "safety is the utmost luxury worth pursuing."

To reduce homogeneous competition, Cao Li, senior vice president of Leapmotor, highlighted the importance of full-domain self-reliant research and manufacturing to navigate industry cycles.

With more than 65 percent of core parts developed and made by itself, the company, which owns 18 super factories, has built a closed-loop industrial cluster to keep quality, cost, and iteration efficiency fully under control.

In the face of industry controversies over powertrain technology routes, Wu Jian, a member of GAC Group's strategy committee, said that traditional overseas powertrain technology routes have limitations in terms of intelligent adaptation.

Powertrains with Chinese characteristics can only be developed by delving into technologies that adapt to local scenarios and integrate well with vehicle intelligent systems, noted Wu, adding that after 20 years of independent R&D, the company now boasts three powertrain technology series for range-extended, plug-in hybrid, and hybrid electric vehicles.

As for "going global", Wu Yongqiao, president of Bosch's intelligent driving and control system division in China, said the company's smart driving business is deeply involved in local innovation while aligning with overseas laws and regulations to facilitate the global expansion of Chinese auto companies.

To leverage technology for social good, Tang Guomei, deputy president of Sevnce Robotics, said the company focuses on resolving industry security dilemmas in special scenarios.

Addressing industry dilemmas such as insufficient cognitive generalization and causal reasoning in the evolution of intelligent driving systems, Yang Mu, CTO of Chongqing Afari Technology, a Chongqing-headquartered smart driving business, said the company is building a native intelligent driving base model by integrating large language models with intelligent driving models to strengthen smart vehicles' capabilities in scene understanding, logical reasoning, and risk prediction.

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