Africa Articles: 2026

Saturday, June 6, 2026

Tsuno Rice Fine Chemicals: Comparative Absorption Study of Rice Bran-Derived “Rice Magnesium” Reveals New Insights into Its Gradual, Sustained Absorption Profile

(BUSINESS WIRE)--Tsuno Rice Fine Chemicals Co., Ltd. announced findings from an in-house human study showing that its proprietary rice bran-derived ingredient, “Rice Magnesium,” delivers gradual, sustained magnesium absorption compared with other magnesium sources. The results suggest potential benefits for sleep maintenance, muscle fatigue management during prolonged exercise, and gentler digestive tolerance.

Product Name: Rice Magnesium

Most magnesium ingredients currently available on the market are mineral-derived. In contrast, Rice Magnesium is a rare plant-based magnesium ingredient sourced from rice bran, developed through Tsuno’s long-standing rice bran research.

Composition: Magnesium phosphate

Source Material: Japanese rice bran

Study Background

Magnesium is an essential mineral involved in a wide range of physiological functions, including sleep support, stress management, and muscle conditioning, making it vital for overall health and wellness. Insufficient magnesium intake has been associated with an increased risk of lifestyle-related health issues.

According to the 2025 Dietary Reference Intakes for Japanese issued by Japan’s Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare, the recommended daily intake of magnesium is 330–380 mg for adult men and 270–290 mg for adult women. However, the ministry’s 2024 National Health and Nutrition Survey indicates that many people in Japan are not meeting the recommended intake levels for magnesium. Similarly, the U.S. National Institutes of Health has reported that many Americans also do not consume adequate amounts of magnesium.

In light of these trends, the magnesium supplement market continues to expand in Japan and globally, with a growing variety of ingredients being selected for specific health needs and product applications. To clarify how Rice Magnesium can meet these needs, the company evaluated its absorption characteristics and potential applications.

Overview and Results of the Comparative Magnesium Absorption Study

In the study, 10 healthy adults consumed four different magnesium supplements, each providing 300 mg of magnesium, and blood magnesium concentrations were measured over time.

Compared with Magnesium Phosphate, Tribasic, Magnesium Citrate, and Magnesium Bisglycinate, Rice Magnesium demonstrated the following absorption characteristics:

It entered the bloodstream gradually and ultimately showed a high level of absorption.

Elevated blood magnesium levels were maintained for several hours.

It showed a distinctive sustained absorption profile not observed with the other magnesium sources tested.

Future Outlook

The characteristics of Rice Magnesium confirmed in this study are expected to strengthen its position as a unique new option in the magnesium category.

Current Applications

Rice Magnesium has already been adopted for the following applications, thanks to its appeal as a trusted rice bran-derived ingredient and its virtually tasteless and odorless nature, which allows it to be incorporated seamlessly into a wide range of food products:

Magnesium-fortified foods, including vegetable juices and health food products

Natural magnesium supplements to support increased pregnancy needs while gently relieving constipation.

Export track record in Taiwan, South Korea, and Europe; export to the United States is also possible

Potential Future Applications

Based on the gradual and sustained absorption profile confirmed in this study, Rice Magnesium is expected to have potential in applications such as:

Supporting the maintenance of sleep quality

Helping manage muscle fatigue during prolonged exercise

Gentle support for bowel regularity in natural supplement products

Going forward, the company will continue to expand Rice Magnesium in Japan and overseas as a one-of-a-kind rice bran-derived magnesium ingredient produced from a rare plant source.

Tsuno Group Co., Ltd.

Tsuno Group Co., Ltd. promotes the advanced utilization of rice bran, which has long been valued in Japan as a symbol of health and beauty. The Company operates three core business segments: Rice Bran Oil, Fine Chemicals, and Oleochemicals.

In addition to producing rice bran oil from rice bran, the Company extracts a wide range of functional ingredients from by-products and develops materials used across diverse industries, including pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, food additives, and food ingredients.

Established: February 1, 1947

President & CEO: Fumi Tsuno

Corporate Website: https://www.tsuno.co.jp/

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Tsuno Rice Fine Chemicals Co., Ltd.

Umetsu Yukari / Takahashi Yuko / Sasaki Hiroto

+81-736-22-8000

boeki@tsuno.co.jp

Bitget Launches “Score Your 40%” Affiliate Campaign With $1 Million Prize Pool

VICTORIA, Seychelles - Thursday, 04. June 2026

(GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Bitget, the world’s largest Universal Exchange (UEX), has launched "Score Your 40%", a new global affiliate campaign featuring a $1 million USDT prize pool designed to accelerate affiliate growth and reward community builders ahead of one of the year's biggest sporting seasons.

The campaign builds on the momentum of Bitget's earlier affiliate initiatives, including "The Missing 40%", which drove a significant increase in community participation. In March alone, Bitget recorded more than 2,000 new affiliate registrations and approved over 1,500 affiliates within two weeks, reflecting growing interest in crypto referral and community-led growth models.

Running throughout June, the campaign introduces a range of rewards, activation bonuses, and milestone incentives for both new and existing affiliates. Eligible participants can earn rewards worth up to 600 USDT through registration, verification, and campaign participation, while competing for a share of the broader $1 million USDT prize pool.

The campaign draws inspiration fr0m the competitive spirit surrounding this summer's global football season, creating an affiliate-focused tournament designed to reward performance, community growth, and engagement. Through "Score Your 40%," Bitget aims to further expand its affiliate ecosystem while helping creators, traders, educators, and community leaders monetize their audiences more effectively.

“Bitget has grown fr0m around 25 million users to more than 125 million in just two years. That kind of growth doesn't happen through advertising alone,” said Gracy Chen, CEO of Bitget. “The affiliate ecosystem has always been one of the strongest growth engines in crypto because it is built on trust. This campaign is about giving more people the opportunity to turn that influence into something meaningful.”

Since November 2025, Bitget has continued expanding incentives and support for affiliates through initiatives such as Boost Month and The Missing 40%. The latest campaign builds on that foundation with what the company describes as one of its largest affiliate-focused reward programs to date.

Bitget's affiliate program is designed to lower barriers to participation, requiring as few as 100 social media followers or 500 community members to apply. Approved affiliates can access a 40% permanent rebate structure fr0m day one, alongside a streamlined application process with reviews typically completed within 24 hours.

The campaign forms part of Bitget's broader strategy to strengthen its global affiliate network and expand participation across its growing Universal Exchange ecosystem, which spans crypto, tokenized assets, stocks, commodities, and AI-powered trading tools.

For more information or to apply, visit the Bitget Affiliate Program page.

About Bitget

Bitget is the world's largest Universal Exchange (UEX), serving over 125 million users and offering access to over 2M crypto tokens, 100+ tokenized stocks, ETFs, commodities, FX, and precious metals such as gold. The ecosystem is committed to helping users trade smarter with its AI agent, which co-pilots trade execution. Bitget is driving crypto adoption through strategic partnerships with LALIGA and MotoGP™. Aligned with its global impact strategy, Bitget has joined hands with UNICEF to support blockchain education for 1.1 million people by 2027. Bitget currently leads in the tokenized TradFi market, providing the industry's lowest fees and highest liquidity across 150 regions worldwide.

Risk Warning: Digital asset prices are subject to fluctuation and may experience significant volatility. Investors are advised to only allocate funds they can afford to lose. The value of any investment may be impacted, and there is a possibility that financial objectives may not be met, nor the principal investment recovered. Independent financial advice should always be sought, and personal financial experience and standing carefully considered. Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future results. Bitget accepts no liability for any potential losses incurred. Nothing contained herein should be construed as financial advice. For further information, please refer to our Terms of Use.

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Friday, June 5, 2026

Fortegra Appoints Mark Rattner as President

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. - Thursday, 04. June 2026

(BUSINESS WIRE)--The Fortegra Group, Inc. ("Fortegra" or the "Company"), a global specialty insurer and part of DB Insurance Co., Ltd., today announced the appointment of Mark Rattner as President. Mr. Rattner, who previously served as Executive Vice President and Chief Underwriting Officer, Insurance, brings a decade of Fortegra leadership and long-standing relationships with reliable distribution partners to his expanded role.

Drawing on disciplined underwriting expertise built over a career spanning more than three decades, Mr. Rattner is focused on delivering the highest value and consistent results to the agents and brokers the company serves. His appointment reflects Fortegra’s continued investment in the people and partnerships that drive long-term, sustainable profitability.

“Mark has been central to building Fortegra into the company it is today. His industry experience, knowledge, and trade craft make him the right person for this role. As we continue to evolve, Mark will enhance our partners access to the expertise, products, and responsiveness they have come to expect from Fortegra,” said Rick Kahlbaugh, Chairman and CEO at Fortegra.

Mr. Rattner joined Fortegra in September 2016. Before joining, he spent five years at Houston International Insurance Group, where he held several roles, most recently as Senior Vice President, a position in which he created the professional liability division. Prior to that, he served as Chairman & Chief Executive Officer of Terrapin Capital Holdings. Mr. Rattner was an owner and director of Rattner Mackenzie Limited from 2005 to 2008, and Chairman & Chief Executive Officer of Professional Indemnity Agency, Inc., a subsidiary of HCC Insurance Holdings, Inc., from 2001 to 2005. He was President, Chief Executive Officer & Director of Professional Indemnity Agency, Inc., a subsidiary of Marshall Rattner, Inc., from 1991 until 2001.

About Fortegra

For more than 45 years, Fortegra, via its subsidiaries, has underwritten risk management solutions that help people and businesses succeed in the face of uncertainty. As a multinational specialty insurer whose insurance subsidiaries have an A.M. Best Financial Strength Rating of A- (Excellent) and an A.M. Best Financial Size Category of ‘X’, we offer a diverse set of admitted and excess and surplus lines insurance products and warranty solutions. For more information: www.fortegra.com.

About DB Insurance

For more than six decades, DB Insurance Co., Ltd. has built a strong foundation as one of Korea’s leading insurers, protecting individuals and businesses while driving the advancement of the nation’s insurance industry. Founded in 1962 as Korea’s first public automobile insurer, the company adopted the name DB Insurance in 2017 to embody its vision of becoming a global insurance group. With an A.M. Best Financial Strength Rating of A+ (Superior) with Financial Size Category of ‘XV’ and S&P Rating A+ (Stable), DB Insurance provides a comprehensive portfolio of general, long-term, and automobile insurance, along with a broad range of financial services through its subsidiaries in life insurance, securities, savings banking, and asset management. For more information: www.idbins.com.

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Vijaya Singh

vsingh@fortegra.com

Katie Butler

kbutler@aartrijk.com

The Empire State Building’s Tastes of New York Experience to Feature Eataly

NEW YORK - Thursday, 04. June 2026 AETOSWire

Gelato, cannoli, and tiramisù available on the 86th Floor Observation Deck from June 4 through Aug. 31

(BUSINESS WIRE)--The Empire State Building (ESB), the “World’s Most Famous Building,” today announced that it will feature Eataly as its latest Tastes of New York Experience, a year-round offering of pop-ups which feature unique New York City bites. From June 4 through Aug. 31, Eataly will bring its New York City spin on “la dolce vita” to the Empire State Building’s iconic Observation Deck with a curated selection of its most beloved desserts and beverages.

“We are excited to present Eataly’s true ‘estate Italiana’ as part of our year-round featured Tastes of New York to our visitors,” said Dan Rogoski, observatory general manager. “The Empire State Building can be seen and photographed all around New York City, but only a visit to our Observatory Deck gives you the most authentic # 1 experience in the United States, and the best view in New York City.”

Located on the iconic 86th Floor Observation Deck each day from 9 a.m. to 10 p.m., the seasonal activation will bring together two iconic New York City brands for a delicious addition to visitors’ trip to the “World’s Most Famous Building.”

Guests can indulge in a variety of handcrafted gelato flavors which include Cioccolato (Chocolate), Pistacchio (Pistachio), Fior di Latte (Sweet Milk), Limone (Lemon), and Fragola (Strawberry). The cart will feature Coppa Cremino – an exclusive gelato cup available only at the Empire State Building Observation Deck – that features hazelnut gelato with gianduja swirl, whipped cream, and an Eataly chocolate cremini.

The menu also features Eataly’s classic and limited-edition tiramisù flavors:

Classico – Layers of coffee-soaked rice flour sponge cake and mascarpone cream, topped with cocoa powder

Pistacchio – Layers of coffee-soaked rice flour sponge cake and pistachio mascarpone cream, topped with crushed pistachios

Hazelnut Gianduja – Layers of coffee-soaked rice flour sponge cake and hazelnut gianduja mascarpone cream, topped with hazelnut gianduja and chopped hazelnuts

Fragole – Layers of maraschino-soaked rice flour sponge cake and mascarpone cream, topped with strawberry gelee and fresh strawberries

Peanut Butter and Jelly – Layers of coffee-soaked rice flour sponge cake and mascarpone and peanut cream, topped with strawberry gelee, peanuts, and fresh strawberries

Speculoos – Layers of coffee-soaked rice flour sponge cake, mascarpone and Speculoos cream, topped with Speculoos cookie crumble

Additionally, guests can enjoy freshly filled cannoli finished with their choice of pistachios, chocolate chips, or sliced almonds. The pop-up will offer a selection of beverages which include San Benedetto still and sparkling water, Eataly Cola, Eataly No Sugar Cola, Eataly Lemon Soda, and Eataly Orange Soda.

"Eataly is thrilled to bring New York City’s most authentic Italian cuisine to visitors from around the world at the Empire State Building Observation Deck this summer," said Enrico Prodi, VP of Operations at Eataly North America. "Together, we will create a unique experience that celebrates great food, culture, and one of New York City’s most iconic destinations.”

The Empire State Building’s world-famous Observation Deck Experience underwent a $165 million reimagination that added a new interactive museum with nine galleries, bespoke host uniforms, and an upgraded 102nd Floor Observation Deck with unmatched views from the heart of New York City. The iconic Observation Deck Experience was voted the #1 top attraction in the U.S. in Tripadvisor’s 2026 Travelers’ Choice Awards: Best of the Best Things to Do.

Hi-res images of the popup offerings, and the Empire State Building Observation Deck Experience, can be found here.

Tickets to the Empire State Building Observation Deck can be found online.

About the Empire State Building

The Empire State Building, the "World's Most Famous Building," owned by Empire State Realty Trust, Inc. (ESRT: NYSE), soars 1,454 feet above Midtown Manhattan from base to antenna. The $165 million reimagination of the Empire State Building Observation Deck Experience created an all-new experience with a dedicated guest entrance, an interactive museum with nine galleries, and a redesigned 102nd Floor Observation Deck with floor-to-ceiling windows. The journey to the world-famous 86th Floor Observation Deck, the only 360-degree, open-air observatory with views of New York and beyond, orients visitors for their entire New York City experience and covers everything from the building's iconic history to its current place in pop culture. The Empire State Building Observation Deck Experience welcomes millions of visitors each year and is ranked the #1 Top Attraction in the United States in Tripadvisor's 2026 Travelers' Choice Awards: Best of the Best Things to Do, "America's Favorite Building" by the American Institute of Architects, the world's most popular travel destination by Uber, and the #1 New York City attraction in Lonely Planet's Ultimate Travel List. Since 2011, the building has been fully powered by renewable wind electricity, and its many floors house a diverse array of office tenants such as LinkedIn and Shutterstock, as well as retail options like STATE Grill and Bar, Tacombi, Ghirardelli, and Starbucks. For more information and Empire State Building Observation Deck Experience tickets visit esbnyc.com or follow the building's Facebook, X (formerly Twitter), Instagram, Weibo, YouTube, or TikTok.

About Eataly

Eataly stands as a distinctive brand with a high commitment to elevating the global presence of Italian food and wine excellence. Engaged in the distribution and promotion of premium-quality products, Eataly seamlessly integrates production, sales, catering, and educational components in its offerings. Distinguished as the sole genuinely international Italian food retail company, Eataly serves as an emblem of Italian culinary artistry and, more broadly, the essence of Made in Italy.

Since 2023, Investindustrial, a leading independent investment company in Europe, has held a majority ownership stake of 52% in the Group. Eataly presently boasts a workforce of over 5,000 employees and operates 69 locations across 16 countries worldwide. These include Italy, the United States, Canada, the United Arab Emirates, Japan, Germany, Great Britain, France, Sweden, Turkey, South Korea, and Saudi Arabia. The company is actively executing an ambitious expansion plan, with new openings slated for some of the world's major cities.

Additional information is available at www.eataly.com.

Source: Empire State Realty Trust, Inc.

Category: Empire State Building

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Jamie Heitner

212-400-3339

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Belkin Expands Nintendo Switch 2 Accessories Ecosystem With New Charging Grip and Travel Bag

Following the January debut of Charging Case Pro, Belkin broadens its gaming portfolio with new ways to power, carry, and play

(BUSINESS WIRE)--Today, Belkin, a leading consumer electronics brand for 40 years, announced the expansion of its Nintendo Switch 2 accessories ecosystem with the launch of the Gaming Charging Grip for Nintendo Switch 2 and Gaming Travel Bag for Nintendo Switch 2.

Following the January debut of the award-winning Charging Case Pro, the new accessories build on Belkin’s growing gaming portfolio, offering players more ways to power, protect and carry their gaming essentials wherever they play.

After entering the gaming accessories category in June 2025, Belkin continues to expand its ecosystem with thoughtfully designed products that combine premium materials, practical innovation and trusted performance. The latest additions are designed to elevate handheld gameplay and make gaming on the go easier than ever.

“Gaming is a natural extension of Belkin’s legacy in mobile power and premium accessories,” said Logan Olson, Director of Product Management for Future Ventures division at Belkin. “Since entering this space last year, we’ve focused on designing products that solve real consumer needs, and these new additions expand our Nintendo Switch 2 ecosystem with more ways to comfortably play, stay powered and travel with confidence.”

Built for Longer Play: Charging Grip for Nintendo Switch 2

Designed exclusively for Nintendo Switch 2, the Charging Grip combines ergonomic comfort with on-the-go power for an enhanced handheld gaming experience. The sleek, non-slip grip features a removable magnetic 10K power bank that securely attaches to the back of the console and delivers up to 30W charging through an integrated USB-C cable.

Built with flexibility in mind, the Charging Grip allows users to detach Joy-Cons without removing the grip and remains compatible with the console’s kickstand and dock. A digital battery display provides at-a-glance charging status, helping players stay powered through longer gaming sessions.

Charging Grip key features include:

Ergonomic, non-slip grip for comfortable gameplay

Removable magnetic 10K power bank with up to 30W charging

Recharge capability of up to 1.5x*

Joy-Con removal without removing grips

Digital battery status display

Kickstand and dock compatibility

Product housing (excluding cable) made with a minimum of 72% post-consumer recycled materials

Travel Ready: Travel Bag for Nintendo Switch 2

The Travel Bag for Nintendo Switch 2 is a soft, cross‑body everyday bag designed for gamers who want a more practical way to carry their console and accessories. Featuring a dedicated soft-lined pocket with secure Velcro strap, spacious storage, quick-access front pockets, and a hidden compartment for smart trackers, the Travel Bag keeps everyday essentials secure and easy to access.

Designed to hold Nintendo Switch 2, Pro Controller, accessories and up to 10 game cards, the bag includes dual carrying options, a detachable strap that stores neatly in its own pocket, and quick-access organization for travel-ready convenience. It is also compatible with Belkin’s Charging Grip, making it an ideal companion for gamers who want an all-in-one carry solution.

Travel Bag key features include:

Spacious storage for Nintendo Switch 2, Pro Controller, and accessories

Soft-lined interior pocket + Velcro strap for added device protection

Compatible with Belkin Charging Grip

Dedicated storage for up to 10 game cards

Hidden smart-tracker pocket

Easy-access front pocket

Mesh pocket for organization

Adjustable and detachable cross‑body strap with left/right buckle options

Ships in 100% plastic-free packaging

Pricing and Availability

Both Gaming products will be available beginning June 4 on belkin.com, amazon.com, and select retailers worldwide.

The Charging Grip for Nintendo Switch 2 will be available in Black, Lilac and Olive for $99.99 MSRP.

The Travel Bag for Nintendo Switch 2 will be available in Black, Lilac and Olive for $49.99 MSRP.

For full Belkin Gaming accessories collection please visit: https://www.belkin.com/products/nintendo-switch-2-accessories/

*Contains a 10,000 mAh internal battery. Amount of discharge to user’s device is less and may vary depending on various conditions. Maximum recharge is calculated by comparing the maximum battery capacity of Nintendo Switch 2 with the capacity of this power bank. Actual results will vary depending on varying factors for individual users.

About Belkin

Belkin is a California-based accessories leader delivering award-winning power, protection, productivity, connectivity, and audio products over the last 40 years. Designed and engineered in Southern California and sold in more than 100 countries around the world, Belkin has maintained its steadfast focus on research and development, community, education, sustainability and most importantly, the people it serves. From our humble beginnings in a Southern California garage in 1983, Belkin has become a diverse, global technology company. We remain forever inspired by the planet we live on, and the connection between people and technology.

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VP of Global Communications and Marketing

comms@belkin.com

STARTEEPO Invest Increases Stake in Xerox to More Than 6% Ahead of Q2 2026 Earnings

STARTEEPO Invest ("STARTEEPO"), an alternative investment fund focused on public equity opportunities, today announced that it has increased its beneficial ownership position in Xerox Holdings Corporation ("Xerox" or the "Company") to more than 6% of the Company's outstanding common stock, as disclosed in an amended Schedule 13D filing with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission.

Following the transaction, STARTEEPO beneficially owns approximately 8.0 million Xerox common shares and holds options on an additional 140,000 shares. Based on publicly available ownership disclosures, STARTEEPO is now Xerox's third-largest shareholder.

"We continue to view Xerox as a high-conviction investment and one of the largest positions in our portfolio," said Frantisek Bostl, Chairman of the Board of STARTEEPO Invest. "Our conviction has increased as we continue to analyze the Company's publicly available disclosures, strategic initiatives, and transformation efforts."

Increasing Conviction Ahead of Q2 2026 Results

Based on our ongoing analysis of publicly available information and recent Company disclosures, STARTEEPO remains encouraged by Xerox's operational and financial trajectory ahead of its upcoming Q2 2026 earnings release. In our view, the market may continue to underestimate the potential impact of ongoing restructuring initiatives, Lexmark integration efforts, and management's focus on improving profitability and strengthening the Company's balance sheet.

Accelerating Balance Sheet Transformation

STARTEEPO also believes that the recently announced warrant structure may provide Xerox with a unique opportunity to further accelerate deleveraging over time. As the Company's share price appreciates, warrant exercisescould potentially result in the issuance of new equity capital and a corresponding reduction in outstanding debt obligations. In our view, the market has not yet fully appreciated the potential long-term implications of this mechanism and its ability to improve Xerox's capital structure.

Long-Term Opportunity in Enterprise Workflow Infrastructure

Beyond balance sheet transformation, STARTEEPO continues to develop increasing conviction regarding Xerox's longer-term positioning within enterprise workflow automation and AI-enabled document infrastructure. As Xerox CEO Louie Pastor recently noted at the Lytham Partners Spring 2026 Conference, the Company is investing in AI-powered document workflows, intelligent document processing, content management, omnichannel communications, and IoT-enabled solutions through a dedicated business unit.

While our primary investment thesis remains centered on operational improvement, margin expansion, deleveraging, and disciplined execution, we believe the market may be overlooking a potentially significant long-term opportunity embedded within Xerox's evolving enterprise workflow platform.

Constructive Long-Term Shareholder

STARTEEPO intends to remain a constructive long-term shareholder and may continue engaging with management, the Board of Directors, shareholders, creditors, and other market participants regarding the Company's strategy, capital structure, operations, and opportunities to enhance long-term shareholder value.

Additional information are available at www.starteepo.com/xerox.

About STARTEEPO Invest

STARTEEPO Invest is an alternative investment fund based in Prague, Czech Republic, focused on identifying high-conviction opportunities in public equity markets. The firm applies a fundamental, long-term investment approach, with a focus on disciplined analysis and constructive engagement.

This communication expresses solely the opinion of STARTEEPO and its affiliates and not any other party. This communication is for informational purposes only and does not constitute investment advice, a recommendation, or offer to buy or sell any securities. STARTEEPO's opinions stated herein are based on publicly available information and its own analyses. STARTEEPO may, at any time and without notice, buy, sell, reduce, increase, or otherwise change its investment position, including for reasons that may be inconsistent with the views expressed in this communication. Investing in securities involves significant risks, including the potential loss of the principal amount invested. Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future results. Every investor should conduct their own independent research and due diligence or consult with a licensed financial, legal, or tax advisor before making any investment decision.

Bitget Rolls Out Stocks 2.0, Linking Tokenized Equities to Real U.S. Market Liquidity

VICTORIA, Seychelles - Thursday, 04. June 2026

(GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Bitget, the world's leading Universal Exchange (UEX), has announced the launch of Bitget Stocks 2.0, an upgraded tokenized stock spot product designed to improve liquidity, asset transparency, and capital efficiency for tokenized equity trading.

The product is issued by Reality, a licensed RWA issuance platform, powered by Bitget's strategic support, trading access, and asset security within its ecosystem.

The upgrade is built around three product improvements: deeper stock market liquidity, 1:1 economic mapping of the underlying stock asset, and broader use of stock tokens within Bitget's margin, strategy, and yield ecosystem. Stock 2.0 is designed to connect tokenized stock trading with real equity market liquidity fr0m global channels. This gives users a stock spot trading experience with deeper order books, lower trading friction, and faster execution directly inside the Bitget app.

The product also supports 1:1 asset mapping for eligible stock tokens. With direct stablecoin trading using USDT. Cash dividends are also converted into USDT and credited to users' accounts. Stock dividends are reflected in user balances, while corporate actions such as stock splits and reverse splits are mapped to token positions to keep economic exposure aligned with the underlying stock.

Stock 2.0 also expands the role of tokenized equities inside Bitget's ecosystem. Eligible stock tokens can be used within unified account and margin systems, and can be connected to supported tools such as spot grid, futures grid, copy trading, and selected yield products. This gives users more ways to manage capital while maintaining exposure to worldwide equity assets.

"Tokenized equities are the bridge crypto is building between global markets," said Gracy Chen, CEO at Bitget. "By 2030, we could see over 10% of global financial assets to be tokenized, which will be fueled by platforms built by access, depth, and compliance. As of today, we have successfully shipped the requirements being built for that future."

As compared to existing RWA products on platforms Bitget offers the most competitive fees in the market. The base rate is 0.1%, while the Maker/Taker fees is the same as VIP, a fixed fee of 0.05% with BGB offers and zero friction costs making it the most cost-effective route to trade stocks.

The launch builds on Bitget's early lead in tokenized equity trading, fr0m tokenized stocks and ETFs to stock futures, and pre-IPO.

Bitget ranks amongst the first major crypto exchanges to support tokenized equities, in January 2026, the platform's cumulative tokenized stock spot volume had surpassed $1 billion, while it accounted for approximately 89% of Ondo-issued tokenized stock trading volume in December 2025. Its stock futures also crossed $10 billion in cumulative trading volume, making it a pioneer in the Universal Exchange model.

The first batch of Bitget Stocks 2.0 includes 36 newly listed stock-linked assets, covering major equities and ETFs such as Apple, Amazon, Meta, Tesla, Alphabet, NVIDIA, Microsoft, and QQQ. Availability is subject to user jurisdiction and applicable eligibility requirements.

To learn more about Bitget Stocks 2.0, please visit here.

About Bitget

Disclaimer: This press release does not constitute an offer to sell or a solicitation of an offer to buy any security or financial product. The products described herein are not offered to US Persons (as defined under Regulation S of the US Securities Act of 1933) or in the United States, and may not be available in all jurisdictions. Eligibility is subject to applicable laws and Bitget's compliance requirements.

Risk Warning: Digital asset prices are subject to fluctuation and may experience significant volatility. Investors are advised to only allocate funds they can afford to lose. The value of any investment may be impacted, and there is a possibility that financial objectives may not be met, nor the principal investment recovered. Independent financial advice should always be sought, and personal financial experience and standing carefully considered. Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future results. Bitget accepts no liability for any potential losses incurred. Nothing contained herein should be construed as financial advice. Forward-looking statements in this release reflect current expectations and are subject to risks and uncertainties. Actual results may differ materially. For further information, please refer to our Terms of Use.

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DEWA ouvre les inscriptions à WETEX 2026

Dubaï, Émirats arabes unis - vendredi, 05. juin 2026

L’Autorité de l’électricité et de l’eau de Dubaï (DEWA) a ouvert les inscriptions à la 28e édition du Salon international de l’eau, de l’énergie, des technologies et de l’environnement (WETEX), qui se tiendra du 20 au 22 octobre 2026 au Dubai World Trade Centre. Figurant parmi les plus importants salons spécialisés au monde et le plus grand de la région, WETEX est organisé par DEWA sous l’égide de Son Altesse Cheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, vice-président et Premier ministre des Émirats arabes unis et souverain de Dubaï, et sous le patronage de Son Altesse Cheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, président du Conseil suprême de l’énergie de Dubaï.

WETEX couvre un large éventail de secteurs, notamment l’énergie, l’eau, l’environnement, le développement durable, la transformation numérique, l’intelligence artificielle (IA), la durabilité, la décarbonation, la mobilité verte, l’hydrogène vert et les villes durables. Chaque année, le salon élargit son champ d’action en mettant l’accent sur les secteurs d’avenir et les industries émergentes. En s'alignant sur les dernières tendances mondiales, WETEX renforce sa préparation pour l'avenir, accélère la transition énergétique et soutient les progrès vers la neutralité carbone.

La 27e édition de WETEX a accueilli 3 100 exposants et plus de 50 000 visiteurs venus du monde entier. S'étendant sur 95 000 mètres carrés, l'exposition a accueilli 18 pavillons internationaux et 68 sponsors, ainsi que 18 organisations et associations partenaires. De nombreux protocoles d'accord et conventions ont été signés durant l'événement, qui a également facilité les rencontres entre entreprises, institutions gouvernementales et investisseurs via des plateformes B2B et B2G.

Les exposants et entreprises du monde entier peuvent s'inscrire à WETEX 2026 sur le site web officiel : https://www.wetex.ae/en/exhibit

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Notice of Multi-Color First Quarter 2026 Financial Results Conference Call

ATLANTA -

(BUSINESS WIRE) -- Multi-Color Corporation (“MCC”) First Quarter 2026 Financial Results Conference Call covering MCC’s performance for the quarter ending March 31, 2026.

When:

Monday, June 8th at 10:00 A.M. EDT

Leaders:

Hassan Rmaile, President & CEO and Kathleen Phelps, CFO

Access:

Existing and prospective investors can gain access to the investor data site (“Data Site”) by following the instructions section 2 below. If you previously had access to the investor data site then no action is needed as your access remains in place. Please submit access requests to the email address listed below in section 2 by 5pm ET Friday, June 5th. The live link to the first quarter 2026 financial results call will be posted to the investor data site.

Investor Data Site Access Instructions:

1. Data site access

Common Unit, Preferred Unit and Warrant holders of Labels Buyer, LLC (“Company”), holders of notes issued by Multi-Color Corporation and MCC Manufacturing, Inc. (collectively, the “Issuers”) and prospective investors (“Investors”), securities analysts (to the extent providing analysis of an investment in the Company’s and the Issuers’ securities, as well certain market making institutions, can access the Company’s investor data site (the “Data Site”).

2. Request Data Site access

If you need access to the Data Site please complete the attached access request document on our website and submit to investor.relations@mcclabel.com

The document can be accessed here.

Data Site access may only be granted to:

each unitholder of the Company that is not a “Competitor” (as defined below) and who is a party to the Company’s Third Amended and Restated Limited Liability Company Agreement, dated as of May 11, 2026 (as the same may be amended or restated from time to time (the “Agreement”) and acknowledges and agrees to its confidentiality obligations in respect of information available on the Data Site;

each warrantholder of the Company that is not a Competitor and acknowledges and agrees to its confidentiality obligations in respect of information available on the Data Site;

to any bona fide prospective investor of units and/or warrants of the Company that is not a Competitor, who requests access to the Data Site and certifies that it is a “qualified institutional buyer” within the meaning of Rule 144A of the Securities Act or non-U.S. persons (as defined in Regulation S under the Securities Act) and agrees (x) to its confidentiality obligations in respect of information available on the Data Site, and (y) to deliver an executed joinder to the Agreement (a “Joinder”) to the Company in connection with any acquisition of units of the Company;

each holder of notes issued by the Issuers;

to any prospective investors in the notes issued by the Issuers that is not a Competitor who requests access to the Data Site and certifies that it is a “qualified institutional buyer” within the meaning of Rule 144A of the Securities Act; or

to securities analysts (to the extent providing research and analysis of investment in the units of the Company or the notes issued by the Issuers) and select market-making financial institutions.

“Competitor” means a company (i) whose primary business is in the same or a similar line of business as the Company or its subsidiaries or (ii) who is otherwise competitive with the Company or its subsidiaries in any non-de minimis respect, and for this purpose, “Competitor” shall include an affiliate of any Person described in clause (i) or (ii) above; provided that, an asset manager or investment firm that, as part of their investment portfolios, controls or manages entities that compete with the Company and its subsidiaries, shall not be deemed to be a “Competitor” so long as such asset managers or investment firms maintain and enforce effective information barriers that prevent the flow of confidential information regarding the Company and its subsidiaries to any portfolio company controlled by such asset manager or investment firm.

Investors that became unitholders of the Company as of the effective date of the Joint Prepackaged Plan of Reorganization of Multi-Color Corporation Inc. and its Debtor Affiliates Pursuant to Chapter 11 of the Bankruptcy Code (the “Plan”) (i.e., May 11, 2026) (such unitholders, the “Original Holders”) were deemed, pursuant to the Plan, to have executed the Agreement without the need to deliver signature pages or joinders thereto.

If you are an existing unitholder of the Company and you were not an Original Holder and you have not yet submitted a Joinder, please access the Data Site referenced above to view the Joinder, which should be executed and emailed with such information as the Company may reasonably request, to: legal@mcclabel.com.

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Multi-Color Corporation does not make its financial information available to the public. Access to the call is restricted to holders of the securities issued by Labels Buyer, LLC and its subsidiaries, qualified prospective investors in such securities, and certain securities analysts and market makers who have registered for access to the secured data site.

A recording of the call will be available soon on Multi-Color’s Investor secured data site.

About Multi-Color Corporation

Multi-Color Corporation (MCC), established in 1916, is the global leader in prime label solutions, with approximately $3 billion in annual revenue supporting a number of the world’s most prominent brands across end-categories including food and beverages, home and personal care, wine and spirits, and other specialties. Based in Atlanta, MCC serves national and international brand owners across its global footprint with a comprehensive range of the latest label technologies in pressure sensitive, cut and stack, roll-fed, in-mold, shrink sleeve and heat transfer applications. MCC employs approximately 12,275 associates across more than 90 plants in over 25 countries.

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DEWA opens registration for WETEX 2026

Dubai, United Arab Emirates - Thursday, 04. June 2026

Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) has opened registration for the 28th edition of the Water, Energy, Technology and Environment Exhibition (WETEX), which will take place from 20 to 22 October 2026 at the Dubai World Trade Centre. One of the leading specialised exhibitions of its kind in the world and the largest in the region, WETEX is convened by DEWA under the directives of HH Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, and the patronage of HH Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, Chairman of the Dubai Supreme Council of Energy.

WETEX covers a wide range of sectors, including energy, water, environment, green development, digital transformation, artificial intelligence (AI), sustainability, decarbonisation, green mobility, green hydrogen and sustainable cities. Each year, the exhibition continues to expand its focus on future-oriented sectors and emerging industries. By aligning with the latest global trends, WETEX strengthens its future readiness, accelerates the energy transition and supports progress towards achieving net zero.

The 27th edition of WETEX witnessed the participation of 3,100 exhibitors and more than 50,000 visitors from around the world. Covering an area of 95,000 square metres, the exhibition featured 18 international pavilions and attracted 68 sponsors, as well as 18 supporting organisations and associations. Numerous MoUs and agreements were signed during the exhibition, which also facilitated meetings between companies, government institutions and investors through business-to-business and business-to-government platforms.

Exhibitors and companies from around the world can register for WETEX 2026 through the official website: https://www.wetex.ae/en/exhibit

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New Study Reveals the True Environmental Impact of Periodontal Disease – And What You Can Do About It

Peer reviewed life cycle assessment published in the Journal of Dentistry (ISO 14040/14044-compliant) finds most impact comes from clinical care pathways, making prevention at home the biggest lever to improving outcomes for patients and the environment.

(BUSINESS WIRE) -- Today P&G Oral Care announces the release of a new, first-of-its kind LCA study published in the Journal of Dentistry finds managing advanced periodontal disease can be associated with up to ~10× higher environmental impact compared with maintaining periodontal health through at-home prevention.

The peer-reviewed paper, titled “Quantifying the Environmental Impact Potential from Periodontal Health to Disease: Findings from a Life Cycle Assessment Study,” for the first time quantifies the environmental burden associated with the presence of periodontal disease, its progression and the associated clinical care.

It was developed by sustainability and oral health experts in collaboration with Procter & Gamble (P&G). The ISO 14040/14044–compliant research applies a whole-system life cycle assessment (LCA) lens to oral healthcare, quantifying environmental impacts across pathways from periodontal health through progressive gum disease, spanning both daily at-home prevention and in-clinic interventions.

A new lens on environmental sustainability in oral healthcare

The environmental sustainability discussion in oral healthcare has largely focused on so-called ‘green’ products, waste and manufacturing. This study extends to full care pathways delivered by the profession and through at-home routines.

Additional study findings (high level)

Clinical interventions account for ~90% of total environmental impact across the modelled periodontal pathway.

Within at-home routines, water use is the largest contributor; within the study’s parameters, no meaningful difference was observed between manual and electric toothbrushing routines for total at-home impact. (See paper for methods/assumptions.)

Why this matters: Prevention is the biggest lever, and the right tools can make it easier

By linking oral health outcomes with care pathways, the study adds significant value to the concept of prevention, showing that effective at-home routines matter. Avoiding gum disease progression may reduce the need for more intensive, resource-heavy clinical interventions, benefiting patients, healthcare systems, society, and the environment.

Alongside professional guidance (brush twice daily for two minutes with fluoride toothpaste and clean between teeth), evidence indicates that powered toothbrushes not only reduce plaque and maintain better gum health in the short term, but those that work with oscillating-rotating technology also contribute to significant long-term benefits.

Gum health challenges are widespread

Globally, more than 1 billion people were living with severe periodontitis in 2021, based on analyses using Global Burden of Disease (GBD) 2021 data.

In England, the Adult Oral Health Survey (AOHS) 2023 found that:

93% of adults with natural teeth had at least one sign of periodontal disease, and

around 28% had early signs of gum breakdown, measured clinically as deeper spaces below the gumline (>3.5 mm) where plaque can build up and problems often begin.

Industry Leadership perspective

“Healthy habits at home matter, and using the right tools, can make prevention more effective. Plaque builds up in hard-to-reach areas like along the gumline and between teeth, and better daily cleaning helps stop problems before they escalate. In a meta-analysis of more than 20 randomized clinical studies (over 2,600 participants, up to six months), 88% of people with early gum problems regained healthy gums using Oral-B iO. In fact, 4x as many people returned to healthy gums using iO powered toothbrushes compared to a manual toothbrush.”

– Michael Grieff, Senior Vice President R&D Oral Care, Procter & Gamble

Reference: Zou Y, et al., Int Dent J 2023 Jul 20;S0020-6539

Expert perspectives

“What’s important about this LCA is that it places products in the real-world context of oral health, showing that prevention at home, and reducing high-impact clinical care, is where the biggest sustainability leverage sits.”

- Prof. Brett Duane, Co-author, Honorary Professor at the University of Dundee and Associate Professor (Visiting) at Trinity College Dublin

“As periodontal disease progresses, care becomes more intensive. Prevention reduces the lifetime need for treatment, which matters for patients, healthcare systems, and environmental sustainability.”

– Prof. Nicolas Martin, Co-Author University of Sheffield; Chair, FDI Sustainability in Dentistry Task Team

“Around 90% of the environmental impact comes from clinical treatment, and it is up to ten times higher for advanced periodontal disease. Prevention is one of the most powerful levers we have.”

- Dr. Steven Mulligan, Co-Author University of Sheffield; Founding member, FDI Sustainability in Dentistry Task Team

“Periodontal health isn’t only about the mouth, it’s closely linked to overall health. We see strong clinical associations between gum diseases and systemic conditions such as diabetes and cardiovascular diseases. That’s why prevention at home matters: consistent, effective plaque removal, especially along the gumline and between teeth—helps keep inflammation under control and supports long-term health.”

- Prof. Andrea Pilloni, Professor of Periodontology, Sapienza University of Rome

Read the paper

Journal of Dentistry (2026). “Quantifying the Environmental Impact Potential from Periodontal Health to Disease: Findings from a Life Cycle Assessment Study.”

DOI: https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0300571226004057

Authors: Brett Duane; Nicolas Martin; Steven Mulligan; Joost Dewaele; Lauren Wedel.

Notes to editors (methodology and ISO)

This study has been conducted in accordance with the requirements of ISO 14040/14044 framework for life cycle assessment (LCA) and has been third-party verified to ensure compliance with the international standards. The analyzed system includes all activities and products associated to the functional unit of maintaining healthy gum and teeth in the patient home (preventive care), as well as all activities and products in dental clinics to maintain periodontal health or treat periodontal disease (including travel to the dental clinic). The most relevant environmental indicators are selected by using endpoint normalization which aims to focus the assessment on the 5-6 most relevant indicators for the system being studied. Relevant indicators are impact categories that cumulatively contribute to at least 80% of the total environmental impact.

About the Journal of Dentistry

The Journal of Dentistry is a leading international journal in restorative dentistry, publishing peer-reviewed research intended to influence clinical practice, research, industry, and policy internationally.

About Procter & Gamble

P&G serves consumers around the world with one of the strongest portfolios of trusted, quality, leadership brands, including Always®, Ambi Pur®, Ariel®, Bounty®, Charmin®, Crest®, Dawn®, Downy®, Fairy®, Febreze®, Gain®, Gillette®, Head & Shoulders®, Lenor®, Olay®, Oral-B®, Pampers®, Pantene®, SK-II®, Tide®, Vicks®, and Whisper®. The P&G community includes operations in approximately 70 countries worldwide. Please visit https://www.pg.com for the latest news and information about P&G and its brands. For other P&G news, visit us at https://www.pg.com/news.

About Oral-B and Crest

Oral-B® and Crest®, part of Procter & Gamble, have led oral care innovation for decades. Founded in 1950 and 1955 respectively, the brands combine science-backed expertise with a comprehensive portfolio—from electric toothbrushes and toothpaste to mouthwash, whitening, and interdental solutions. Trusted by dental professionals worldwide, they continue to advance solutions for cavity protection, gum health, enamel strength, sensitivity relief, and overall oral health.

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Visa and Brale Explore Private Stablecoin Settlement for Institutional Payments

Proof of concept will test how privacy-enabled blockchain infrastructure can support secure, scalable settlement for institutional payment flows

(BUSINESS WIRE)--Visa (NYSE: V) today announced a collaboration with Brale to explore stablecoin-based settlement using SBC, a U.S. dollar-backed stablecoin issued by Brale, on the Canton Network. The proof of concept will evaluate how privacy-enabled blockchain infrastructure can support faster, more programmable settlement while helping financial institutions and payment companies maintain control over the visibility of sensitive settlement transaction data.

Visa began enabling stablecoin settlement in 2021 and continues to expand its capabilities, allowing VisaNet obligations to be settled using supported stablecoins. A central focus of this collaboration is the Canton Network’s privacy architecture. As stablecoin adoption grows, financial institutions are assessing how they can use blockchain-based settlement while meeting strict privacy and compliance requirements. Unlike many public blockchain networks, Canton is designed to allow participants to transact on shared infrastructure while limiting the visibility of sensitive transaction information.

Through the collaboration with Brale, Visa plans to evaluate support for SBC as an additional stablecoin option for institutional settlement use cases. SBC is natively supported on the Canton Network, enabling Brale and Visa to test how privacy-preserving infrastructure can be applied to real-world institutional payment flows.

“Stablecoin settlement has shown how blockchain infrastructure can improve the speed and efficiency of money movement,” said Cuy Sheffield, Head of Crypto, Visa. “Through our work with Brale, we’re exploring how SBC on the Canton Network can support institutional settlement use cases that require both programmability and privacy controls. This collaboration helps us evaluate what it takes to bring these capabilities into production environments.”

“Financial institutions are increasingly looking for stablecoin infrastructure that meets their operational, regulatory, and privacy requirements,” said Ben Milne, founder and CEO of Brale. “Working with Visa to explore SBC on Canton is an important step toward making stablecoin-based settlement more practical and scalable for real-world payment flows.”

Visa believes stablecoins represent a scalable, next-generation settlement layer for global payments. Through collaborations like this, the company continues to advance how blockchain infrastructure can support the privacy, compliance, and interoperability standards required by financial institutions and payment networks.

About Visa

Visa (NYSE: V) is a world leader in digital payments, facilitating transactions between consumers, merchants, financial institutions and government entities across more than 200 countries and territories. Our mission is to connect the world through the most innovative, convenient, reliable and secure payments network, enabling individuals, businesses and economies to thrive. We believe that economies that include everyone everywhere, uplift everyone everywhere and see access as foundational to the future of money movement. Learn more at Visa.com.

About Brale

Brale is a regulated stablecoin infrastructure platform that enables companies to launch and operate fiat-backed digital currencies. Brale provides infrastructure across issuance, minting, redemption, compliance controls, treasury management, and blockchain interoperability through a modular API-based platform designed for institutional and enterprise use cases.

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Thursday, June 4, 2026

Megaport Launches Storage, Unifying Its Automated Infrastructure Platform Alongside Compute and Network Offerings

BRISBANE, Australia -

Megaport Storage enables enterprises to run data-intensive workloads on dedicated software-defined infrastructure with cloud-like agility and predictable costs.

(BUSINESS WIRE) -- Megaport Limited (ASX: MP1) (“Megaport”), a leading global automated infrastructure platform, today announced the launch of Megaport Storage, expanding its platform to deliver integrated compute, network, and storage services.

Megaport Storage integrates high-performance, enterprise cloud storage directly into the Megaport Network and Latitude.sh compute platform, giving enterprises a unified foundation that covers the three key pillars of IT infrastructure: compute, network, and storage. The launch marks a culminating step in Megaport’s evolution, delivering predictable costs, seamless scalability, and direct data access wherever customers operate.

“With the launch of Megaport Storage, we’re not just connecting your cloud anymore; we’re providing the foundation for it,” said Michael Reid, CEO of Megaport. “By aligning storage needs directly with workload requirements on our global ecosystem, we’re combining the performance of dedicated infrastructure with the scalability and flexibility customers expect from the cloud. As demand accelerates for AI, edge computing, and high-performance workloads, Megaport is evolving into a unified platform that gives customers instant access to scalable global infrastructure. This enables new use cases, including storage and backup strategies that strengthen cyber resilience, while setting a new standard for sovereign infrastructure.”

Designed for predictable performance and cost

A key challenge for data-intensive organisations is the variable and often prohibitive egress fees charged to access or move data. Megaport Storage solves this challenge by utilising the same dedicated backbone as Megaport’s networking and compute services, reducing public internet bottlenecks and unpredictable costs. With on-demand storage tiers aligned to different performance and pricing requirements, as well as zero egress fees, enterprises have greater control over their data movement and charges.

Built for today’s enterprise workloads

Modern enterprise workloads are increasingly data-intensive and performance-driven. As organizations scale AI, backup and recovery, and high-availability environments, they are placing greater emphasis on storage performance, reliability, and the efficient movement of large-scale data. These workloads require storage capable of moving data quickly and reliably across distributed infrastructure environments.

Megaport Storage launches with block, file, and object storage focused on high-speed performance use cases:

High-speed backup and recovery: Get up to 100G connectivity included, allowing you to restore large datasets much faster than typical public connectivity.

Direct access: Provides cyber resilience by protecting critical data paths and minimising downtime.

AI-ready storage: Feed large training datasets directly into Latitude.sh compute at wire speed, accelerating model training and iteration.

Resilient compute storage: Shared storage that adds cloud-like resilience to bare-metal environments, supporting fast failover and higher availability.

Predictable costs: Monthly TB pricing with zero egress fees, no API charges, and no retrieval fees.

Customers can orchestrate storage, compute, and connectivity through a unified ecosystem that streamlines how infrastructure is deployed and managed globally. Built for AI, edge, and distributed applications, the platform connects workloads across Megaport’s extensive global network.

Learn more about the future of automated infrastructure at scale at megaport.com/storage.

About Megaport

Deploying infrastructure should be fast and simple. By taking a software-defined approach, Megaport provides private compute, network, and storage – globally, securely, and on demand. Build and scale your infrastructure in just a few clicks, creating private paths and accessing global endpoints in minutes. Trusted by the world’s leading companies, Megaport partners with service providers, data centers, and systems integrators across 1,100+ enabled locations worldwide. The Megaport Network is ISO/IEC 27001 certified. Start building at megaport.com.

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CSC Adds .BRAND Advisory and Domain Security Services to CrowdStrike Marketplace through Expanded Partnership

WILMINGTON, Del. - Thursday, 04. June 2026 AETOSWire

Expanded offering provides critical domain management and security support

(BUSINESS WIRE) -- CSC, the world's leading enterprise-class domain registrar and online brand protection provider, today announced that its .BRAND services are now available on the CrowdStrike Marketplace. Building on CSC’s existing integration with the CrowdStrike Falcon® platform, this new listing provides enterprises with advanced domain advisory and security support to help them navigate the ICANN New gTLD Program application window, open now until August 12, 2026.

As artificial intelligence (AI) drives increased activity across digital assets and domain name system (DNS) infrastructure, managing domain portfolios is a key part of enterprise cybersecurity. With CSC’s .BRAND services available on the CrowdStrike Marketplace, customers can centralize control and reduce reliance on third-party domains. By establishing a DNS trust anchor with centralized authentication aligned to zero-trust principles, organizations that use .BRAND top-level domains (TLDs) gain verified first-party assets that help mitigate lookalike registrations.

“Organizations can gain greater control over domain security with .BRAND top-level domains, strengthening trust, authenticity, and compliance in the AI era,” said Ihab Shraim, chief technology officer of CSC’s Digital Brand Services. “As .BRANDs emerge as a meaningful security differentiator, we’re excited to work with CrowdStrike to help the world’s largest enterprises protect their digital presence. With CSC managing more than one-third of all .BRANDs and deep experience supporting ICANN’s first application round, we’re well positioned to help organizations elevate their security posture.”

“Bringing CSC’s .BRAND services into the CrowdStrike Marketplace helps customers address an often-overlooked layer of the attack surface—domain security,” said Chris Stewart, VP of Technology Alliances and Cloud at CrowdStrike. “Together, we’re enabling organizations to integrate domain protection with the Falcon platform to better defend against modern adversaries and stop breaches.”

The CSC .BRAND advisory and domain security services are available today on the CrowdStrike Marketplace. To learn more about CSC’s .BRAND advisory and domain security services, the application process, and whether a new gTLD is right for your organization, schedule a free consultation or learn more about our services.

About CSC

CSC is the trusted security and threat intelligence provider of choice for the Forbes Global 2000 and the 100 Best Global Brands (Interbrand®) with focus areas in domain security and management, along with digital brand and fraud protection. As global companies make significant investments in their security posture, our DomainSec℠ platform can help them understand cybersecurity oversights that exist and help them secure their online digital assets and brands. By leveraging CSC’s proprietary technology, companies can solidify their security posture to protect against cyber threat vectors targeting their online assets and brand reputation, helping them avoid devastating revenue loss. CSC also provides online brand protection—the combination of online brand monitoring and enforcement activities—with a multidimensional view of various threats outside the firewall targeting specific domains. Fraud protection services that combat phishing in the early stages of attack round out our solutions. Headquartered in Wilmington, Delaware, USA, since 1899, CSC has offices throughout the United States, Canada, Europe, and the Asia-Pacific region. CSC is a global company capable of doing business wherever our clients are—and we accomplish that by employing experts in every business we serve. Visit cscdbs.com.

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CSC Adds .BRAND Advisory and Domain Security Services to CrowdStrike Marketplace through Expanded Partnership

WILMINGTON, Del. - Thursday, 04. June 2026 AETOSWire

Expanded offering provides critical domain management and security support

About CSC

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Mobix Labs to Acquire U.S.-Built Drone Manufacturer Vision Aerial, Expanding Into Global Drone and Aerial Intelligence Markets

IRVINE, Calif. - Thursday, 04. June 2026 AETOSWire

(BUSINESS WIRE)--Mobix Labs, Inc. (Nasdaq: MOBX) today announced that it has signed a binding Letter of Intent to acquire Vision Aerial, Inc., a Montana-based manufacturer of American-built drones trusted in national security, government, energy, public safety, and critical infrastructure operations. The acquisition expands Mobix Labs into a fast-growing global market and marks the latest step in its previously announced strategy to grow through targeted, mission-critical acquisitions.

Built in America. Trusted Where Performance Matters.

Founded in 2013, Vision Aerial designs, manufactures, and supports rugged drone systems built for the most demanding field operations. Each aircraft can carry swappable cameras and sensors—from high-resolution and heat-sensing thermal cameras to laser-based 3-D mapping and gas-leak detection—allowing one platform to support multiple mission profiles across demanding field operations.

Vision Aerial’s drones support national-security and public-safety operations, search-and-rescue, wildfire response, energy and infrastructure inspection, environmental monitoring, agriculture, and advanced aerial sensing. Its customer and end-user base includes the U.S. Air Force, the U.S. Navy, the USDA Forest Service, and L3Harris, alongside major energy and utility operators such as Marathon Oil, DTE Energy, and Northwestern Energy, and leading research universities—relationships that take years to earn.

A Global Opportunity, Accelerating Now

Global demand for secure, high-performance drone systems is accelerating as governments, utilities, energy producers, public-safety agencies, and industrial operators are deploying them to protect national security interests, inspect critical assets, respond to emergencies, monitor operations, and reach places too dangerous, remote, or costly for people to access manually.

In the United States, federal restrictions on certain foreign-made drones are speeding the shift to trusted domestic systems, and international buyers are increasingly applying similar standards around security, reliability and supply-chain integrity. Vision Aerial’s American-built platform gives Mobix Labs a direct entry point into that worldwide demand—where American-made technology carries a significant credibility advantage.

More Than Aircraft: A Platform for Aerial Intelligence

The opportunity extends beyond the hardware. Aerial intelligence pairs drones, sensors, communications, and data to show organizations what is happening on the ground and across their critical assets in real time. Vision Aerial’s drones complement Mobix Labs’ strengths in advanced electronics, connectivity, RF, and sensing for aerospace, defense, and other high-reliability markets—creating a clear growth path around autonomous systems, advanced sensing, mission-critical data, and critical-infrastructure protection.

“This is a defining move for Mobix Labs. We are moving to acquire a proven, American-built drone platform trusted by the U.S. Air Force, the U.S. Navy, and major industry customers—just as demand for secure, high-performance drones accelerates around the world. Vision Aerial expands Mobix Labs into one of the most important technology markets in the world and advances the acquisition-led growth strategy we have previously communicated.” — Phil Sansone, Chief Executive Officer, Mobix Labs.

“Vision Aerial was built to serve demanding, real-world missions. Joining Mobix Labs would let us put American-made drones in the hands of far more customers at a time when demand for trusted, U.S.-built systems continues to grow.” — Shane Beams, Founder & Chief Technology Officer, Vision Aerial

Transaction Overview

The parties have signed a binding Letter of Intent; transaction terms were not disclosed. Vision Aerial’s founders and key leadership are expected to continue with the business under multi-year agreements, and manufacturing is expected to remain in the United States. Completion is subject to the negotiation and execution of a definitive agreement, satisfactory completion of confirmatory due diligence, and customary closing conditions and approvals. There can be no assurance that the transaction will be completed on the terms contemplated, or at all.

About Vision Aerial, Inc.

Founded in 2013 and headquartered in Montana, Vision Aerial, Inc. designs, manufactures, and supports mission-critical unmanned aircraft for national defense, public safety, infrastructure inspection, mapping, energy, environmental monitoring, and agriculture. Its aircraft are designed, built, and supported in the United States.

About Mobix Labs, Inc.

Mobix Labs, Inc. (Nasdaq: MOBX) is an Irvine, California technology company delivering advanced electronics, connectivity, RF, and sensing technologies for aerospace, defense, and other high-reliability markets, with technology deployed on platforms including the F-22 Raptor, Apache helicopters, U.S. Navy programs, and Boeing 737NG and Gulfstream aircraft. More at mobixlabs.com.

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Murata Introduces World’s First 2.2μF/100Vdc Soft-Termination Chip MLCC in 0805-inch Size for Automotive Applications

(BUSINESS WIRE) -- Murata Manufacturing Co., Ltd. (TOKYO: 6981) (ISIN: JP3914400001) introduces the GCJ21BD72A225KE02, a soft-termination chip multilayer ceramic capacitor (MLCC) for automotive powertrain and safety equipment. This world's first soft-termination chip MLCC product achieves the highest available capacitance of 2.2μF at 100Vdc in the smallest 0805-inch (2.0×1.25mm) size*.

As vehicle electrification accelerates and autonomous driving (AD) and advanced driver-assistance systems (ADAS) grow more sophisticated, engineers face increasing pressure to pack more functionality into tighter board spaces. The wider adoption of 48V power systems further demands components that combine high capacitance, high voltage tolerance, and a small footprint. At the same time, mechanical stress from board flexure, due to vibration and thermal cycling while driving, remains a reliability concern. The GCJ21BD72A225KE02 addresses all these challenges.

Built on Murata's proprietary ceramic material design, including fine particle size and uniformity control, the soft-termination chip MLCC achieves 2.2μF at 100Vdc in the 0805-inch size, a rating previously only possible in the larger 1206-inch (3.2×1.6mm) size. The result is an approximately 51% reduction in board mounting area compared to Murata's previous 2.2μF/100Vdc offering, and an approximately 2.2x increase in capacitance over its previous 0805-inch, 100Vdc product. Soft termination further enhances field reliability by absorbing board flexure stress and reducing post-mount cracking.

The GCJ21BD72A225KE02 supports an operating temperature range of -55°C to +125°C and meets X7T temperature characteristics per EIA standards.

Murata will continue expanding its automotive grade MLCC lineup, delivering the miniaturization, high capacitance, high voltage ratings, and reliability that next-generation vehicles demand.

To learn more about the GCJ21BD72A225KE02 2.2μF/100Vdc MLCC, please visit the product page.

For details on Murata's latest automotive MLCC lineup expansion, please visit here.

For inquiries, please contact us.

Notes: *Based on Murata’s research as of June 3, 2026.

About Murata

Murata Manufacturing Co., Ltd. is a worldwide leader in the design, manufacture and sale of ceramic-based passive electronic components & solutions, communication modules and power supply modules. Murata is committed to the development of advanced electronic materials and leading edge, multi-functional, high-density modules. The company has employees and manufacturing facilities throughout the world.

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