Ultra-compact, low-power 10G/5G/2.5G Ethernet PHY family brings standards-based connectivity and flexible cabling to robots, autonomous vehicles and intelligent machines

SANTA CLARA, Calif., Sept. 22, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Aeonsemi, Inc., a fabless semiconductor company specializing in Ethernet connectivity and timing technologies, today announced the Praxium™ family of multi-gigabit Ethernet PHYs for Physical AI applications. Delivering data rates up to 10 Gbps in an ultra-compact 6 × 6 mm QFN package, Praxium™ brings high-speed, low-power and low-latency Ethernet connectivity to cameras, LiDAR, zone controllers and network backbones in robots, vehicles and intelligent machines.

Designed for automotive-grade reliability, Praxium™ supports IEEE 802.3ch multi-gigabit Ethernet over shielded twisted pair (STP) while extending connectivity to additional cabling and connector options, including coax and miniature twinax (mini-twinax). This cabling flexibility, together with Ethernet's high-speed data aggregation capabilities, enables system designers to optimize cable weight and routing through space-constrained mechanical joints and address demanding electromagnetic environments while maintaining a common, scalable Ethernet architecture from distributed sensors and actuators to central AI compute.

Ethernet: The Connectivity Fabric for Physical AI

Artificial intelligence is quickly extending from the digital world into the physical world. Robots, autonomous vehicles and intelligent machines increasingly rely on large numbers of physically distributed cameras, LiDAR, sensors and actuators that must exchange data with AI compute platforms in real time. These systems require connectivity that delivers high bandwidth, deterministic low latency, time synchronization, reliability, scalability, security and cost efficiency. At the same time, the multiple connectivity protocols traditionally used across automotive and industrial control systems can increase system complexity and create performance and scalability challenges as Physical AI systems grow.

Backed by a large, open IEEE ecosystem, Ethernet provides a unified, scalable architecture covering low-speed control, multi-gigabit sensor connectivity and high-speed network backbones, while serving as the foundation for technologies such as Time-Sensitive Networking (TSN), precision time synchronization and secure networking. With its scalability, interoperability and established ecosystem, Ethernet is emerging as the connectivity fabric for Physical AI.

Bringing Multi-Gigabit Ethernet to Physical AI

Published in 2020, IEEE 802.3ch standardized 2.5 Gbps, 5 Gbps and 10 Gbps automotive Ethernet connectivity over a single balanced pair. Praxium™ builds on this standards-based foundation with a new generation of PHYs optimized for power consumption, footprint and cabling requirements of Physical AI systems, enabling the design of smaller, more cost-efficient Ethernet-based sensors and media converters.

"The IEEE 802.3ch standard established a powerful foundation for multi-gigabit single-pair Ethernet," said Yunteng Huang, CEO of Aeonsemi. "With Praxium™, we have dramatically reduced the power and footprint required to deploy that technology while expanding the cabling options available to system designers. We believe Praxium™ PHYs make standards-based multi-gigabit Ethernet practical for a much broader class of Physical AI systems, including humanoid robots, autonomous machines and industrial automation."

The additional cabling options allow system designers to select the physical medium best suited to each connection, optimizing cable weight, diameter, routing flexibility, EMC performance and cost while maintaining a common Ethernet network across sensors, actuators and backbones.

Praxium™ PHY Family

The Praxium™ PHY family includes single-port and multi-port devices addressing sensor, media-converter and network-backbone applications:

- AS31010: Single-port 10G/5G/2.5G PHY

- AS31510: Single-port 5G/2.5G PHY

- AS31210: Single-port 2.5G PHY

- AS31040: Quad-port 10G/5G/2.5G PHY

Key Benefits of Praxium™ PHYs

- IEEE 802.3ch-compliant: 10GBASE-T1, 5GBASE-T1 and 2.5GBASE-T1 operation for interoperability with other compliant PHYs

- Ultra-low power: As low as 350 mW total chip power for asymmetric 10 Gbps sensor links utilizing Energy-Efficient Ethernet (EEE) on the lower speed uplink

- Ultra-compact footprint: Single-port devices are packaged in a compact 6 × 6 mm QFN package, enabling smaller sensors and media converters

- Expanded cabling: IEEE 802.3ch-compliant operation over STP, with additional support for coax and mini-twinax, enabling designers to optimize cable weight, diameter, routing, EMC performance and cost

- Flexible power delivery: Support for Power over Coax (PoC) and Power over Data Lines (PoDL), reducing cabling requirements for distributed sensors

- Precision synchronization and TSN: IEEE 1588 and IEEE 802.1AS/gPTP support enables precise time synchronization for sensor fusion and TSN-based networks

- Link-layer security: Integrated IEEE 802.1AE MACsec engine supports secure link-layer Ethernet communications

- Automotive-grade reliability: Designed for AEC-Q100 Grade 2 qualification

Availability

Praxium™ AS31x1x devices are sampling now with lead customers. Volume production is planned for the fourth quarter of 2026. Evaluation boards and reference designs are available through Aeonsemi and its authorized distribution partners. For more information, visit aeonsemi.com.

About Aeonsemi

Aeonsemi is a fabless semiconductor company specializing in connectivity and timing technologies for AI infrastructure and Physical AI. The company's connectivity portfolio includes time-aware, high-speed Ethernet products spanning Base-T, Ethernet-over-coax and Base-T1 technologies for networking and Physical AI applications, including robotics, automotive and intelligent industrial systems. Its timing portfolio includes all-silicon oscillators, precision TCXOs and synchronization devices for data centers and Physical AI systems. The company is backed by leading global venture capital firms, including Walden International, IDG Capital, Susquehanna International Group and Sequoia Capital. For more information, visit www.aeonsemi.com.

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Fortrade Warns Consumers of Clone Website Falsely Using Its Name

LONDON, Sept. 22, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Fortrade is urging consumers to be vigilant after the Financial Conduct Authority published a warning on 17 August 2026 about a website, fortradelimited.com, that has been contacting people while falsely claiming to be Fortrade Limited. The FCA has confirmed that fortradelimited.com is not authorised and has no connection whatsoever to the genuine, FCA-authorised firm.

Chris Warburton, CEO of Fortrade, said the firm takes the matter seriously and wanted clients and prospective clients to have clear, direct guidance. "Clone firms rely on confusion. They borrow a genuine company's name and reputation to make contact feel legitimate, so the most effective response is making it simple for people to check who they are actually dealing with."

How to verify you are dealing with the genuine Fortrade

The FCA warning confirms the details of the genuine, authorised firm, including its Firm Reference Number, 609970. Fortrade's own website is www.fortrade.com, and any communication claiming to be from Fortrade should be checked against contact details verified through official channels rather than details supplied in the message itself.

The FCA operates a Firm Checker tool that allows anyone to confirm whether a financial firm is authorised and to find verified contact details for that firm. Fortrade is directing consumers to use this tool directly, rather than relying on a phone number, email address, or website link received unprompted.

Why this distinction matters

Dealing with an unauthorised clone firm carries real consequences. The FCA warning is explicit that anyone who deals with the clone firm will not have access to the Financial Ombudsman Service if a complaint arises, and will not be protected by the Financial Services Compensation Scheme if things go wrong, meaning it is unlikely they would recover their money if the firm were to fail. Genuine clients of Fortrade Limited are not affected by this clone in any way, and the firm's own operations, accounts, and platforms remain unchanged.

Warburton added that this kind of impersonation has become more common across the financial sector generally. "This is not unique to Fortrade. Clone firms target the names of regulated companies across the industry precisely because that name carries trust. Our advice is the same we would give about any unexpected contact from a financial firm: verify first, using the regulator's own tools, before sharing any information or sending any money."

Anyone who believes they have been approached by the clone firm, or any other unauthorised firm claiming to be Fortrade, can report it directly to the FCA by calling 0800 111 6768. As with any leveraged product, CFD trading carries a high level of risk, and traders should ensure they understand that risk before opening a position with any provider, genuine or otherwise.

About Fortrade

Fortrade is an international provider of online CFD trading services, offering access to over 500 instruments including forex pairs, indices, commodities, shares, and metals through its proprietary Fortrader platform and MetaTrader 4. The company operates through multiple regulated entities worldwide, including the one authorised by the UK Financial Conduct Authority. Fortrade provides a Trading Academy covering webinars, courses, video tutorials, and market analysis resources. Client funds are held in accordance with regulatory requirements across all jurisdictions in which the company operates.

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Owl Ventures Welcomes NBA Legend Chris Paul as Venture Partner

Paul joins Owl's global platform to support founders building the future of learning and work

SAN FRANCISCO, Sept. 22, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Owl Ventures, the world's largest venture capital firm focused on education and workforce innovation, today announced that NBA legend, entrepreneur, and community leader Chris Paul has joined the firm as Venture Partner.

As Venture Partner, Paul will support founders, convene strategic partners, and bring perspective and relationships that help portfolio companies expand their reach and impact. The role builds on his longstanding focus on mentorship, leadership development, and expanding opportunity across communities, while deepening his work with founders and businesses beyond sports.

With more than $2.2 billion in committed capital, three global offices, and over 100 investments, Owl Ventures backs companies helping people learn, prepare for work, advance in their careers, and build skills throughout life. Owl's portfolio companies collectively reach more than 700 million users globally.

"Education is where real change starts," said Chris Paul. "That can happen in a classroom, through a trade, with a mentor, or through the lessons you learn from family and community. My upbringing was rooted in placing value on work ethic, ownership, and opportunity and how access to those things can change a person's life. Owl shares that same belief in helping build companies that can have real impact and give more people access to the tools and opportunities they need to move forward."

As president of the National Basketball Players Association for eight years, Paul represented players through major business and labor issues, built consensus across the league, and helped advance player empowerment and economic opportunity. That experience directly informs the perspective he brings to founders at Owl.

"Chris Paul has spent his career doing what great point guards do: seeing the floor, recognizing potential, and helping others succeed," said Ian Chiu, Managing Partner of Owl Ventures. "That instinct has always extended beyond basketball. As a leader, entrepreneur, and community builder, Chris has used his platform to expand opportunity and help people move forward. We are thrilled to welcome him to Owl as Venture Partner as we continue backing companies that help people learn, build skills, and reach their potential."

As AI reshapes how people learn, work, and build careers, lifelong learning and the ability to turn new skills into opportunity are becoming essential. We believe the companies defining this next era will pair technology with an even greater emphasis on real-world context, trusted relationships, and human insight.

"From the beginning, Owl Ventures has been built around a simple belief: learning is one of the most powerful drivers of human potential and economic progress," said Tom Costin, Co-Founder and Managing Partner of Owl Ventures. "Our approach has always been to bring more than capital to the founders building transformative companies in education and workforce innovation. In a rapidly changing landscape, deep sector insight, relationships, and practical support in reaching the people they serve matter more than ever. Chris adds a powerful new dimension to that work."

About Owl Ventures

Owl Ventures is the world's largest venture capital firm focused on education and workforce innovation. With more than $2.2 billion in committed capital, the firm partners with transformative companies helping people learn, prepare for work, advance in their careers, and build skills throughout life. Owl Ventures leverages its global network, sector expertise, and strategic relationships to help founders scale category-defining companies that expand access, improve outcomes, and create economic opportunity. Owl's portfolio companies collectively serve more than 700 million users worldwide. Learn more at www.owlvc.com.

About Chris Paul

Chris Paul is an NBA legend, entrepreneur, investor, and community leader whose impact extends well beyond basketball. He served eight years as president of the National Basketball Players Association, representing players through major business, labor, and organizational issues during a transformative period for the league. Off the court, Paul has built and invested in businesses across sports, media, and consumer products. For more than two decades, Paul and his family have created opportunities for young people through the Chris Paul Family Foundation. His education work includes establishing the Business of Entertainment, Media and Sports course at several HBCUs with Harvard Business School professor Anita Elberse and creating Club 61, a youth leadership program focused on financial literacy, education and technology, civic responsibility, and leadership development.

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The 140th Canton Fair to Open on Oct. 15 with Over 220,000 Pre-registered Overseas Buyers

GUANGZHOU, China, Sept. 22, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The 140th China Import and Export Fair (Canton Fair) will take place in Guangzhou from October 15 to November 4, 2026. Over 220,000 overseas buyers from 197 countries and regions have already completed pre-registration, with professional buyers accounting for nearly 80%. Marking the 70th anniversary of its founding, the upcoming Canton Fair features innovation, intelligence, greater specialization and higher quality:

Innovation and Green Manufacturing Take Center Stage

The 140th Canton Fair will feature over 32,000 exhibiting enterprises. More than 11,000 of these are recognized as "Specialized, Refined, Differential, and Innovative" (SRDI) firms or industry champions.

The Canton Fair fully demonstrates the ongoing transformation and upgrading of China's manufacturing industry, with 64% of exhibitors now applying industrial internet and artificial intelligence technologies in their operations. New and green products will account for 23.2% and 26% of all exhibits respectively, both reaching historical highs.

AI and Digital Intelligence Empower the Sourcing Journey

The 140th Canton Fair has further elevated its digital and intelligent capabilities. It deeply integrates technologies such as artificial intelligence and big data into all aspects of event operation. For the first time, the fair will deploy 22 smart application scenarios and 16 AI-specific features throughout the exhibition process. It is the first in China's exhibition industry to realize booth-level navigation and AR information display. Among these innovations, the full-scene booth-level navigation covers all halls for the first time, delivering meter-level precise navigation services for more than 75,000 booths.

Upgrading Full-chain Trade Services

For the first time, the Fair achieves full coverage of 10 categories of producer services. Ranging from logistics and warehousing, design and R&D to overseas integrated services and cross-border investment and financing, it provides one-stop trade services for products, brands and enterprises to explore the international market. There will be over 700 New Collection events at this session, representing a 15% increase in the number of debuts. New Collection Gallery is set up for the first time to facilitate supplier-buyer matching. To boost communication and matchmaking, seven high-quality forums will be held centering on four major themes: expanding markets, mitigating risks, researching trends and fostering innovation.

Zhu Yong, Director General of China Foreign Trade Centre, stated: "We will continue to build smart exhibition halls and a smart Canton Fair, offering exhibitors and buyers a full-journey, full-chain and full-scenario service ecosystem to comprehensively upgrade the experience."

For pre-registration, please click: https://buyer.cantonfair.org.cn/register/buyer/email?source_type=16

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Starting as early as sixth grade, students can explore college and degree options by using their MAP Growth scores

BOSTON, Sept. 22, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- NWEA, a K-12 assessment and research organization, released today an enhanced free online tool that helps middle and high school students map their path to college. Starting in middle school, students can enter their MAP Growth assessment scores into the NWEA College Explorer to see how their current performance estimates their potential ACT and SAT scores. The tool then provides matching post-secondary schools that have historically admitted similarly scoring students.

"One of the key factors of student success is having the right information to help them see a clear path to what they want after they graduate," said Dr. Susan Kowalski, Lead Research Scientist at NWEA. "Having data that gives them options and the time to make decisions before opportunities diminish is why we developed this free online tool."

The NWEA College Explorer also allows students to see whether they are on track for a specific college or university and explore majors that may be a good fit based on their scores. For example, a seventh grader interested in engineering who scores a 222 on the fall MAP Growth math assessment is projected to meet the SAT math score typically expected for admissions at most colleges and universities, but fall below the expected ACT math score. These insights can help students identify areas for growth, set academic goals, and have more informed conversations with teachers and school counselors about their post-secondary pathways.

View the NWEA College Explorer Tool: https://www.nwea.org/mapping-the-road-to-college/

About NWEA

NWEA®, a division of HMH, supports educators worldwide by providing responsive, evidence-based assessment solutions that illuminate learning needs and fuel student growth. For more than 40 years, NWEA has developed innovative pre-K–12 assessments, including its flagship assessment – MAP Growth, and professional learning that helps educators strengthen their practice and improve student outcomes. As part of its commitment to bring valuable insights to the education community, NWEA engages in research that examines issues that shed light on inequities and other barriers to academic opportunities. Visit NWEA.org to find out how NWEA partners to help all kids learn.

Contact: Simona Beattie, Communications Director, [email protected] or 971.361.9526

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The commitment supports veterans, reservists, military families and service leavers across Quest Global's UK operations.

BANGALORE, India, Sept. 22, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Quest Global Engineering Services Limited, has signed the UK Armed Forces Covenant, formalising its commitment in supporting the members of the Armed Forces community veterans, reservists, service leavers and military families.

The Armed Forces Covenant is a commitment by organisations across the United Kingdom to recognise the contribution of those who serve or have served in the Armed Forces and to ensure they are treated fairly in employment and other aspects of public life.

Through this commitment, Quest Global will support employment opportunities for veterans and service leavers, provide support for military spouses and partners, and offer flexibility for employees who serve as reservists.

Chris Reed, Operations Manager and Armed Forces Champion at Quest Global, said, "Signing the Armed Forces Covenant reflects our commitment to supporting members of the Armed Forces community across our UK operations. We recognise the valuable skills, experience and perspectives that veterans, reservists, service leavers and military families bring to the workplace, and we are pleased to formalise this commitment through the Covenant."

As part of its commitment, Quest Global will continue initiatives designed to increase awareness and understanding of the Armed Forces community and support an inclusive working environment for employees connected with military service.

The signing of the Armed Forces Covenant reflects Quest Global's commitment to supporting diverse talent and fostering an inclusive workplace across its operations.

About Quest Global

Quest Global is a global engineering services company that supports customers across a range of industries, including Aerospace & Defence, Automotive, Energy, Hi-Tech, MedTech & Healthcare, Rail and Semiconductor. The company operates in more than 20 countries with engineering and delivery centres worldwide.

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New Trebinje Hospital Sets Benchmark for Modern Healthcare Construction with PENETRON Technology

ORLANDO, Fla., Sept. 22, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The completion of the new Trebinje Hospital marks one of the most significant infrastructure developments in the region's recent history. Located in the Pridvorci neighborhood of Trebinje, a city of ca. 32,000 inhabitants, this state-of-the-art medical facility represents a major investment by the Government of Republika Srpska, aimed at transforming healthcare delivery across eastern Herzegovina.

With a total investment of approximately $75.4 million (€65 million / ≈128 million BAM), the 17,500 m² facility was designed to meet stringent energy efficiency standards and modern medical requirements. The hospital provides 223 beds, six operating rooms, advanced diagnostic capabilities—including MRI and CT—and fully equipped emergency and intensive care units.

At the core of the structure is a reinforced concrete frame system incorporating modern thermal insulation materials. A critical element of the project—the 22 cm thick monolithic reinforced concrete roof slab spanning approximately 6,500 m²—was enhanced with PENETRON ADMIX, a crystalline admixture, to ensure permanent waterproofing protection throughout the concrete matrix.

Unlike conventional surface-applied systems, the Penetron crystalline technology works from within the concrete, forming insoluble crystals to block water penetration and significantly increase long-term durability. This approach is particularly important for healthcare facilities, where structural integrity and protection against moisture are essential for uninterrupted operations and long service life.

Construction of the roof slab was carried out by Herc Gradnja, a local contractor with strong technical expertise.

Beyond its technical achievements, the new hospital also represents the largest healthcare investment in eastern Herzegovina. It serves not only Trebinje and the surrounding region, including cross-border patients from Montenegro and Croatia. The facility will introduce medical services and technologies previously unavailable in the region, reducing the need for patients to travel to distant urban centers.

"Completed at the end of 2025, the Trebinje hospital stands as a flagship project—combining modern construction standards, advanced medical infrastructure, and durable waterproofing solutions," adds Theodor Mentzikofakis, Managing Director and Partner of Penetron Hellas. "With the specification of Penetron technology, the facility is built to perform reliably for decades, supporting the next generation of healthcare in Bosnia and Herzegovina."

The Penetron Group is a leading manufacturer of specialty construction products for concrete waterproofing, concrete repairs, and floor preparation systems. The Group operates through a global network, offering support to the design and construction community through its regional offices, representatives, and distribution channels.

For more information on Penetron waterproofing solutions, please visit penetron.com or Facebook.com/ThePenetronGroup,

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EYKON Strengthens Strategic Focus Through Sale of Water Meter Business to Sensus International

CHAM, Switzerland, Sept. 22, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- EYKON and Sensus International, both part of the AURELIUS Midmarket portfolio, have entered into an agreement under which EYKON will sell its water meter business to Sensus International.

The agreement enables both organisations to focus on their respective strengths and supports EYKON's strategic focus in the areas where the company has established scale, long-standing customer relationships and leading positions across its portfolio.

Over recent years, EYKON has successfully established a presence in the water sector while continuing to build on its long-standing expertise in advanced metering, connectivity and digital utility solutions. This transaction marks the next step in EYKON's portfolio evolution and supports the company's continued investment in advanced metering, connectivity and digital utility solutions.

Following the transition, water metering business will continue under Sensus International, a dedicated water metering provider with a long-standing presence in the sector.

"For decades, utilities have trusted EYKON to support critical infrastructure through advanced metering, connectivity and digital utility solutions. We are committed to building on these strengths and helping customers improve operational performance, resilience and long-term value from their infrastructure investments," said Alexander Henschel, Chief Executive Officer of EYKON.

EYKON will continue to fulfil existing customer commitments in accordance with agreed terms. Continuity, quality and long-term reliability remain priorities throughout the transition.

Sensus International designs and delivers advanced water and thermal energy metering and infrastructure solutions for modern utilities. Its solutions combine deep metrology expertise with secure communications so that customers receive reliable performance, precise measurement and data they can stand behind.

Sensus International employs more than 800 people across Europe, the Middle East, Latin America, and Asia, reflecting its strong international presence.

More information: www.sensus-international.com

EYKON, formerly the Landis+Gyr EMEA business, operates as an independent utility infrastructure technology company built on more than 130 years of utility expertise. Headquartered in Switzerland, with a network of expert local teams, the company serves customers in more than 75 markets and supports over 100 million connected endpoints across the region.

Combining proven technology, deep utility expertise and real-world operational insight from one of the largest installed bases in EMEA, EYKON connects what utilities measure with how they operate. This helps customers gain greater visibility, make better decisions, maintain greater control and unlock more value from their infrastructure.

More information: eykon-solutions.com

About AURELIUS

AURELIUS is a global private equity investor, distinguished and widely recognised for its operational approach. It focuses on private markets, in particular Private Equity and Private Debt. Its key investment platforms include AURELIUS Opportunities V, AURELIUS European Opportunities IV, AUR Portfolio III and AURELIUS Growth. AURELIUS has been growing significantly in recent years, especially expanding its global footprint, and today employs more than 400 professionals in ten offices spanning Europe, North America and Asia.

AURELIUS is a renowned specialist for complex investments with operational improvement potential such as carve-outs, platform build-ups or succession solutions as well as bespoke financing solutions. To date, AURELIUS has completed more than 300 transactions and has built a strong track record of delivering attractive returns to its investors. Its approach is characterised by its uncompromising focus on operational excellence and an unrivalled ability to efficiently execute highly complex transactions.

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Nice expands its European critical infrastructure security capabilities with its HySecurity division

The Nice group formalizes its entry into the European hostile vehicle mitigation market with CE-certified products from its HySecurity division, on show at International Security Expo 2026

LONDON, Sept. 22, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Nice, an international technology group specializing in Smart Living solutions, is strengthening its presence in the European security market with the structured introduction of its HySecurity division, offering high-security gates, barriers and hostile vehicle mitigation (HVM) solutions.

The solutions will be presented at International Security Expo 2026, taking place at Olympia London on 29-30 September, where Nice will exhibit at Booth C90.

HySecurity, part of the Nice group since 2016, brings more than 60 years of expertise in hydraulic gate operators and crash-rated barriers for high-security and critical-infrastructure sites, such as airports, government facilities and data centres. Its promise puts people at the center: protecting people and places to keep the world moving.

Until now, HySecurity products have reached European specifiers primarily on a project-by-project basis. Following CE certification of an initial product range, Nice is establishing a structured route to market in Europe, supported by local commercial and technical teams and the Group's network of installers and system integrators. Nice is well known in the European panorama, and it exists so people can move through their everyday lives freely, safely, and without a second thought — this is the promise of Smart Living. HySecurity extends that same promise to the places society depends on most: airports, borders, data centers, government sites.

This expansion comes as physical infrastructure protection rises on the European agenda. Transport hubs, energy and water networks, data centres, government sites, logistics facilities and public spaces share the same challenge: strengthening protection without obstructing people, vehicles or operations.

Regulation reflects this shift. The European Commission's proposed Public Procurement Act emphasizes resilience and security of supply in strategic sectors, while CER and NIS2 have reinforced infrastructure resilience across Europe. In the UK, data centres are now designated Critical National Infrastructure and are being brought under a stronger statutory resilience framework.

The result is growing demand for systems that combine physical protection, controlled access and operational reliability, which is exactly what Nice aims to deliver through its HySecurity division.

High-security solutions for the European market

At ISE, Nice will showcase three CE-certified solutions now available in Europe:

- StrongArm® M30/M50 crash-rated HVM barrier arm;

- SlideDriver™ II hydraulic slide gate operator;

- HydraSwing® heavy-duty hydraulic swing gate operator.

All three solutions integrate with Nice's access, control and connectivity ecosystem, enabling high-security access points to operate as part of a wider site management environment.

Nice will also present solutions from its established automation portfolio, including the Titan 6024HS high-speed swing gate operator with MC824H control unit, the M5 Bar road barrier and the Tub4000 underground operator.

More information: https://www.niceforyou.com/en/internationalsecurityexpo

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NUH's Inpatient DM management team highlights how safe prescribing is strengthened through proactive monitoring, rapid intervention and coordinated care transitions.

SINGAPORE, Sept. 21, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Newer diabetes treatments are transforming care, helping patients not only manage their blood sugar levels but also protect their hearts and kidneys while reducing the risk of serious complications. However, unlocking the full benefits of these medications requires more than prescribing the right drug. Safe use depends on timely monitoring, patient education and coordinated care across every stage of treatment.

Recognising this, the NUH DM team has developed a multidisciplinary care model that supports patients from the point of prescribing through hospitalisation, discharge and recovery in the community. Bringing together physicians, nurses, pharmacists and care coordinators, the approach strengthens medication safety while helping patients benefit from the latest advances in diabetes care.

The team's initiatives were showcased at the NICQ-NUH Grand Rounds: Safe Prescribing, Safe Transitions, Safe Recovery at NUHS, a multidisciplinary educational forum for healthcare professionals held in conjunction with World Patient Safety Day 2026. Centred on the theme of non-communicable diseases (NCDs), the theme for this year's World Patient Safety Day "Self Care for Life" emphasises safe care for NCDs cannot rest on healthcare professionals alone. It requires patients, families, and communities to be active, informed partners in that care journey. The DM team's initiative tackles a critical paradox that many of us in clinical practice will recognise: in diabetes care, both action and inaction carry risk.

Led by Adjunct Associate Professor Khoo Chin Meng from the Division of Endocrinology, Department of Medicine, NUH, the session highlighted a number of initiatives implemented at NUH. These include SPARK, a proactive digital monitoring programme that identifies hospitalised patients at risk of hyperglycaemia before complications occur; HypoBox, a nurse-led intervention that enables the rapid treatment of hypoglycaemia; and structured care-transition processes that support patients beyond discharge.

Advancing safe prescribing in modern diabetes care

For the NUH DM team, safe prescribing does not end when a medication is prescribed. It extends across every stage of a patient's journey, from treatment initiation and inpatient care to discharge and recovery in the community.

This philosophy underpins a coordinated care model that combines patient education, proactive monitoring and multidisciplinary support to help prevent, identify and manage treatment-related complications.

Adj A/Prof Khoo Chin Meng, Division of Endocrinology, Department of Medicine NUH, said:

"The evidence is clear that SGLT2 inhibitors and GLP-1 receptor agonists improve outcomes for patients with diabetes by protecting the heart and kidneys and reducing the risk of serious complications. As clinicians, we have a responsibility to ensure that patients receive these therapies when appropriate. Equally important, however, is ensuring that patients, caregivers and healthcare professionals are equipped to recognise and manage potential adverse effects. Safe prescribing is not simply about selecting the right medication. It is about building the systems, education and support structures that allow patients to use these treatments safely across every stage of care."

Proactively identifying at-risk patients through SPARK

Most hospital systems respond when a problem is detected. SPARK was designed to do the opposite.

A cornerstone of NUH's inpatient diabetes safety framework, the digital programme enables the DM team to identify patients at risk of poor glycaemic control before complications occur. Rather than waiting for an alert, referral or clinical deterioration, clinicians proactively seek out patients who may require specialist support, allowing intervention at an earlier stage.

Integrated within NUH's electronic medical record system, SPARK continuously screens inpatient data and generates lists of patients who may be at risk of poor glycaemic control. Using SPARK, we developed the ProActive Service (since 2018) to identify those patients with DM who will be reviewed earlier by the Inpatient DM management team as their first touchpoint of care.

The ProActive Service currently includes the following groups of patients:

- For patients with DM admitted with hyperglycemic crisis (Diabetic Ketoacidosis or Hyperosmolar Hyperglycaemic State) or severe hypoglycaemia.

- For patients with DM who have undergone Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting surgery

- Patients with DM in all Surgical wards and Cardiology who have hyperglycaemia[1] and/or hypoglycaemia[2]

What distinguishes SPARK is its focus on identifying patients before they experience preventable complications. By proactively reviewing patients across the hospital, the team is able to optimise glucose control earlier, support wound healing, reduce the risk of infection and other diabetes-related complications, and facilitate recovery during hospitalisation.

Today, SPARK is supported by a multidisciplinary team comprising physicians, nurses and pharmacists who work alongside primary teams to optimise inpatient DM management.

Dr Doddabele Srinivasa Deepak, Senior Consultant, Division of Endocrinology, Department of Medicine, NUH, said:

"SPARK was developed on the principle that we should not wait for patients to become unwell before intervening. By proactively identifying patients at risk, we can initiate appropriate management earlier, support primary teams and reduce the likelihood of avoidable complications. This allows us to deliver safer and more coordinated care across the hospital."

Empowering nurses to respond rapidly to Hypoglycaemia

Complementing SPARK is HypoBox, an initiative developed by the nurses within the NUH DM team to enable the rapid management of hypoglycaemia. HypoBox is a nurse-led initiative designed to enable rapid and standardised treatment of hypoglycaemic emergencies. By bringing essential treatment supplies and the management protocol together at the point of care, nurses can intervene promptly, confidently and consistently. Located in wards and clinics across NUH, the ready-to-use emergency kit that contains fast-acting glucose, complex carbohydrate options and hypoglycaemia management guidelines.

Hypoglycaemia remains one of the most common complications encountered by hospitalised patients receiving glucose-lowering treatment. If not recognised and treated promptly, severe episodes can result in seizures, loss of consciousness, neurological injury, coma and other serious adverse outcomes.

Since its implementation, more patients are able to achieve hypoglycaemia rescue within the recommended target time, enabling earlier recovery and reducing the risk of progression to severe hypoglycaemia. This reduces variability in practice and enhances patient safety.

Ms Heng Boon Ling, Advanced Practice Nurse, Nursing Department, NUH, who spearheaded the initiative, said:

"HypoBox began as a ground-up effort to make hypoglycaemia treatment faster, simpler and more consistent for frontline staff. During a hypoglycaemic event, every minute matters. We wanted nurses to have immediate access to the right treatment and clear instructions so they could act without delay. Through the train-the-trainer approach, we have built capability across the organisation and strengthened confidence in delivering safe diabetes care."

Together, the NUH DM team's safe prescribing framework, SPARK digital programme, HypoBox initiative and structured transition-of-care processes form an integrated safety ecosystem that supports patients throughout the continuum of diabetes care.

Delivered by a multidisciplinary team of physicians, Advanced Practice Nurses, pharmacists and care coordinators, the model demonstrates how healthcare systems can maximise the benefits of life-saving diabetes therapies while ensuring that robust safeguards are in place to prevent avoidable harm.

About the National University Hospital (NUH)

The National University Hospital (NUH) is Singapore's leading university hospital. While the hospital at Kent Ridge first received its patients on 24 June 1985, our legacy started from 1905, the date of the founding of what is today the NUS Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine. NUH is the principal teaching hospital of the medical school.

Our unique identity as a university hospital is a key attraction for healthcare professionals who aspire to do more than practise tertiary medical care. We offer an environment where research and teaching are an integral part of medicine, and continue to shape medicine and transform care for the community we care for.

We are an academic medical centre with over 1,200 beds, serving more than one million patients a year with over 50 medical, surgical and dental specialties. NUH is the only public and not-for-profit hospital in Singapore to provide trusted care for adults, women and children under one roof, including the only paediatric kidney and liver transplant programme in the country.

The NUH is a key member of the National University Health System (NUHS), one of three public healthcare clusters in Singapore. For more information, visit www.nuh.com.sg

SOURCE National University Hospital (NUH)

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