6, Oct 2026
V-Key Announces Strategic Majority Investment in CloudsineAI to Advance AI Safety and Security for the AI Economy
SINGAPORE, Oct. 6, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — V-Key, a Tower Capital Asia (“TCA”) portfolio company and a leading provider of digital identity and Mobile Application Protection & Security (“MAPS”), today announced a strategic investment in Singapore-based CloudsineAI, a provider of AI cybersecurity and web integrity protection.
The investment advances V-Key’s strategy to address the evolving safety, identity, and security requirements of the AI economy. By integrating V-Key’s expertise in trusted digital identity and cryptographic protection with CloudsineAI’s AI cybersecurity capabilities, already adopted by private and public sector organisations, the companies aim to provide trusted infrastructure for secure AI adoption and the next generation of digital interactions.
As organisations accelerate digital transformation and AI adoption, AI safety is becoming an increasingly important priority for governments and enterprises. Security must now extend beyond authenticating human users to securing applications, AI agents, and other non-human actors that initiate transactions and access systems.
V-Key and CloudsineAI bring together complementary strengths spanning trusted identity, agentic security, and governance. Together, they enable organisations to establish verifiable identities, safeguard digital interactions, and maintain accountability across critical business processes.
“This strategic investment reflects our conviction that identity will become the control layer for the AI economy,” said Joseph Gan, Co-Founder and CEO of V-Key. “As organisations deploy AI agents alongside human users, AI safety requires more than authentication. Trusted identity, governed access, secure digital interactions, and verifiable accountability will be critical. By combining V-Key’s expertise in identity management and application security with CloudsineAI’s strengths in agentic cybersecurity, we are building the trust infrastructure for secure and responsible AI-powered services.”
Matthias Chin, Founder and CEO of CloudsineAI, said, “Digital and AI transformation increasingly depends on trust between people, organisations, applications, and AI agents. Together with V-Key, we are combining identity governance with TraceCtrl’s agentic AI security suite, giving customers greater identity, visibility, traceability, and control as they deploy AI.”
The combined offering will provide customers across regulated industries, including financial services, government, healthcare, and critical infrastructure, with a more integrated approach to securing digital and AI interactions, strengthening governance, and supporting regulatory compliance.
Seth Lim, Senior Vice President at Tower Capital Asia, said, “Our investment in V-Key was founded on the belief that identity and digital trust will become foundational to the next generation of the digital economy. V-Key’s strategic investment in CloudsineAI extends this vision into AI safety, combining its strengths in digital identity and application security with CloudsineAI’s expertise in AI cybersecurity. We see significant opportunities for innovation and expansion across Asia-Pacific and beyond.”
About V-Key
Founded in 2011, V‑Key provides digital identity, authentication, and mobile application security for banks, enterprises, and government‑linked organisations. Its AI-powered platform, built around the patented V‑OS Virtual Secure Element and V-OS App Identity, delivers hardware‑grade security in software, enabling secure onboarding, access and transaction protection across regulated digital markets in Asia and beyond.
About CloudsineAI
CloudsineAI is a Singapore-based provider of AI security and web integrity protection. Its proprietary platforms include TraceCtrl, an agentic AI security suite, and WebOrion®, a web integrity protection platform trusted by enterprises and government customers in Singapore and four other countries.
About Tower Capital Asia
Established in 2016, Tower Capital Asia is a mid-market private equity firm based in Singapore. The firm has led investments in the privatisation and/or buyout of Southeast Asian businesses including AXS, BoardRoom, Eu Yan Sang, and V-Key. As of 30 June 2026, the firm manages assets of more than US$900 million in investments and commitments across all vehicles.
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6, Oct 2026
6th Global Education Summit sees academicians from 30 countries participating at Chandigarh University
Chandigarh University working to make India a bridge between Developing and Developed World for transfer of knowledge & technology
Chandigarh University brings researchers and academicians from developed & developing world together on one platform
CHANDIGARH, India, Oct. 6, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — The 6th edition of the Global Education Summit (GES) hosted by Chandigarh University brought together more than 90 renowned global academic leaders representing 69 leading global universities from 30 nations both from developed and developing worlds on a single platform with an objective to build an international alliance for exchange of ideas, knowledge and technology and advance joint research initiatives to enhance the global exposure and overall learning experience of students through greater engagement with universities and academic leaders from across the world. The five-day-long summit, being held from October 5 to 9, brought together ambassadors and diplomatic representatives, Chancellors, Rectors, Vice Chancellors, Presidents, Pro-VCs, renowned academicians, policymakers, think tanks and global education experts from across the world for academic collaboration, knowledge exchange, technology transfer, academic mobility and joint research across diverse academic domains.
Organized on the theme ‘Collaborations in AI-based Research and Innovations for Creating a Sustainable Global Village’, GES 2026 places AI-based research and innovation at the centre of this global collaboration platform to create opportunities for institutions to pursue joint research, share knowledge and technologies and address emerging academic, technological, societal and global challenges.
The inaugural ceremony was graced by Sena Latif, Ambassador of Romania to India as the Chief Guest and Alba Smeriglio, Deputy High Commissioner, Embassy of the UK in India along with Prof. (Dr.) Matilde María Olarte Martínez, Vice-Chancellor for Culture, Heritage, Sustainability University of Salamanca, Spain as the Guest of Honour. The ceremony was also attended by Nadeska Imara Cuthbert, Ambassador of Nicaragua to India; Arlette Gabriela Bustamante Garcia, Chargé d’Affaires (CDA), Ambassador of Bolivia to India; Jason KM Hall, Ambassador of Jamaica to India; Dharamkumar Seeraj, Ambassador of Guyana to India; Karlito Nunes, Ambassador of Timor-Leste to India; Chandranath Singh, Ambassador of Trinidad and Tobago to India; Alonso Correa Miguel, Ambassador of Panama to India and Juan Angulo, Ambassador of Chile to India as Guests of Honour, Pro-Chancellor, Chandigarh University, Damandeep Kaur Sandhu and Prof. (Dr.) RS Bawa, Advisor to Chancellor, Chandigarh University among other dignitaries.
Speaking on the occasion, Sena Latif, Ambassador of Romania to India, said, “With technological advancements, distance has nearly disappeared and the idea of a global village, once only a metaphor, has become our daily reality. A student in Bucharest can now conduct research with a professor in Chandigarh, while researchers across continents can access the same tools, exchange ideas and collaborate almost in real time. AI is accelerating this transformation by enabling researchers to analyse shared data, test models across different contexts and build on each other’s results. Its potential extends beyond education and research to understanding climate patterns, managing water and energy resources, improving agriculture and delivering better healthcare to remote communities. These challenges affect us all, from Romania to Punjab, and therefore the search for solutions must also be global.”
Latif added, “A truly global village is not simply a connected world but one where shared opportunities are accessible to many, not just a few. AI can help build such a world through genuine collaboration among universities, governments and industry across borders and disciplines. Education cannot be separated from industry, nor climate from agriculture, as today’s challenges are deeply interconnected. India’s decision to double ITEC scholarships for Romanian students with a special focus on AI training reflects its leadership and growing global role in this field. Initiatives such as this Summit can help build the partnerships and interdisciplinary thinking needed to turn technological progress into shared opportunities and solutions for societies worldwide.”
Alba Smeriglio, Deputy High Commissioner, Embassy of the UK in India, said, “AI is transforming how universities conduct research how students acquire knowledge and how businesses innovate but the critical question is not simply how quickly we adopt these technologies it is how we ensure they are used responsibly, inclusively and in ways that contribute to sustainable development and shared prosperity. No single country can address these opportunities and challenges alone, and progress will depend on trusted partnerships between governments, universities, researchers and industry. Universities are central to this effort because they are not only developing the technologies of the future but also educating the leaders who will decide how those technologies are used. As AI becomes more powerful, higher education must prepare graduates who are technically capable as well as thoughtful, responsible and committed to the public good. The UK-India partnership provides a strong foundation for this collaboration with education, research and skills forming a core pillar of the India-UK Vision 2035. The growing research and innovation corridor and expanding partnerships between UK and Indian universities are creating opportunities across AI, quantum computing, sustainable energy, genomics, semiconductors and advanced engineering.
“The future will not be determined by AI alone, but by the choices governments, businesses, universities and societies make about how it is developed and applied. We need stronger connections between academia and industry, greater international knowledge-sharing and young people equipped with both technical skills and the values and judgment to use those skills responsibly.”
Juan Angulo, Ambassador of Chile to India, said, “The challenge of artificial intelligence must be addressed as a shared global concern with equity, accessibility and openness, and ethics and transparency at its core. We must ensure equitable access to AI tools, infrastructure, data and computing capacity along with capacity building and technology transfer so that the benefits of the AI revolution are not concentrated in a small number of countries or companies. Collaborative and open approaches must also respect cultural diversity and multilingualism, particularly in the Global South.
“AI systems must be developed with inclusion, traceability and respect for human rights and dignity. AI is already creating opportunities to improve administrative efficiency by automating tasks such as attendance, grading and scheduling, while predictive analytics can help identify students at risk of dropping out and enable timely interventions. International collaboration is essential to ensure that AI-driven innovation in education is inclusive, responsible and beneficial to societies worldwide. Chandigarh University is helping show the path for innovation in education and the possibilities of meaningful international collaboration.”
Prof. Matilde María Olarte Martínez, University of Salamanca, Spain, said, “AI is not merely a technological advancement but a frontier of moral, cultural and social decision-making that must be guided by ethics and the common good. Innovation must respect cultures, diversity and local identities, while AI can help safeguard cultural heritage, reduce inequalities and advance sustainability. Its true potential lies in international academic collaboration, where communities share knowledge and work together. Technology alone cannot drive transformative change; it is the ability of academic communities to collaborate that can help build a more sustainable, inclusive and just global village grounded in human dignity ensuring global justice.”
As part of GES, an 11-member delegation from Eastern Mennonite University (EMU), USA (United States of America) comprising 11 students and two faculty members are visiting Chandigarh University from October 6 to 7. The visit will provide opportunities for students and faculty from both universities to interact, exchange academic perspectives and gain greater exposure to international learning environments.
The academic deliberations at GES 2026 focus on four key areas, covering the ethical use of AI for building a sustainable society, the restructuring of higher education to create socially sensitive professional leaders, healthy practices in deploying AI-oriented technologies to advance the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), and the development of AI-based pedagogies for a more equitable and inclusive education model.
The five-day programme includes panel discussions, academic and research meetings, institutional interactions, online GES sessions featuring international speakers and cultural immersion, providing participating university representatives multiple avenues to engage with peers and explore areas for future collaboration.
Deep Inder Singh Sandhu, Senior Managing Director, Chandigarh University, said, “The Global Education Summit provides an important platform to facilitate academic collaboration, knowledge exchange, technology transfer, academic mobility and joint research across diverse academic domains by bringing together renowned academicians, policymakers, think tanks and global education experts from across the developed and developing worlds with India serving as an academic bridge between the two to create greater opportunities for academic collaboration, knowledge exchange, technology transfer, academic mobility and joint research. Such global academic engagement also helps create more equal and inclusive opportunities for students to access global learning, gain international exposure, engage with diverse academic perspectives and benefit from knowledge and technology transfer. With over 540 international academic collaborations with top global universities and prestigious academic institutions in more than 100 countries across six continents, Chandigarh University (CU) has become the first Indian university to achieve this scale of international engagement. Aligned with the new National Education Policy (NEP-2020) guidelines, CU has been placing a strong emphasis on internationalization and foreign collaborations with leading global academic institutions.”
About Chandigarh University
Chandigarh University is a NAAC A+ Grade University and QS World Ranked University. This autonomous educational institution is approved by UGC and is located near Chandigarh in the state of Punjab. It is the youngest university in India and the only private university in Punjab to be honoured with A+ Grade by NAAC (National Assessment and Accreditation Council). CU offers more than 109 UG and PG programs in the field of engineering, management, pharmacy, law, architecture, journalism, animation, hotel management, commerce, and others. It has been awarded as The University with Best Placements by WCRC.
Website address: https://www.cuchd.in/
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5, Oct 2026
Applied Intuition Announces Collaboration with Nissan to Provide AI-Native Development Platform and Support AI-Defined Vehicle Development
Applied Intuition will provide its Vehicle OS software and support the development of Nissan’s next-generation SDVs through its AI-native development tooling, extending a relationship that began in 2020.
SUNNYVALE, Calif., Oct. 6, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Applied Intuition, Inc., a leader in physical AI solutions for all moving machines, today announced it is deploying its AI-powered software-development tools with Nissan Motor Co., Ltd. to support development of AI-defined vehicles (AIDVs).
As part of the engagement, Applied Intuition will leverage its Vehicle OS software to support development of Nissan’s scalable and open next-generation in-vehicle software platform. Applied Intuition’s software teams in Japan and Silicon Valley will work alongside Nissan’s engineering team in Japan to help shorten software-development timelines and accelerate AI-native vehicle development.
“Nissan is strengthening its software and AI-driven development capabilities as we advance toward the realization of AI-defined vehicles,” said Takashi Yoshizawa, corporate executive, SDV Engineering Division, Nissan Motor Co., Ltd. “As we pursue a more efficient and agile approach to vehicle development, we highly value Applied Intuition’s technical expertise and proven track record in advanced vehicle-software development.”
Applied Intuition’s Vehicle OS software and AI-native development tooling are designed to support Nissan’s internal engineering teams by modernizing software workflows, reducing development complexity, and enabling a common software platform that spans multiple powertrains. By abstracting hardware complexity and unifying legacy and modern software development practices, Applied Intuition will help accelerate the development of Nissan’s future vehicle programs.
“Nissan is taking an ambitious approach to transforming how vehicles are developed,” said Qasar Younis, co-founder and CEO of Applied Intuition. “By combining AI-native software development with Nissan’s vehicle engineering expertise, we aim to redefine how vehicles are developed, evolved and continuously updated over time, as well as the value customers expect from their vehicles.”
This collaboration builds on a relationship that began in 2020, when Nissan adopted Applied Intuition’s simulation technology. Since then, the two companies have jointly advanced AI-powered vehicle development workflows, including a live demonstration of a Nissan LEAF–based test vehicle at AWS Summit Japan. With this expanded collaboration, the partnership extends beyond simulation into in-vehicle operating systems and AI-native software development.
The work with Nissan further strengthens Applied Intuition’s position as a trusted software partner to leading global automakers, including those based in Japan. Applied Intuition combines its engineering strengths with an AI-native development approach to redefine how intelligent vehicles are developed, built and continuously evolved. Applied Intuition’s work with Nissan aims to establish a new industry standard for bringing AIDVs to market.
About Applied Intuition
Applied Intuition is building the technology to make a billion machines intelligent. Founded in 2017, the Silicon Valley company powers physical AI in the automotive, defense, trucking, construction, mining and agriculture industries. Applied Intuition is based in Sunnyvale, California, with nearly two dozen offices around the world, including London, Munich, Tokyo, Seoul and the Washington, D.C., metro area. Learn more at applied.co, or email press@applied.co.
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5, Oct 2026
Applied Intuition Partners with Honda to Accelerate Next-Generation Software-Defined Vehicles
Collaboration brings Silicon Valley software speed and Japanese engineering excellence together to advance Honda’s full-vehicle SDV platform
SUNNYVALE, Calif. and TOKYO, Oct. 6, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Applied Intuition, Inc., a leader in physical AI solutions for all moving machines, today announced a partnership with Honda Motor Co., Ltd., to accelerate software development for the automaker’s next-generation software-defined vehicles (SDVs).
Through the partnership, Applied Intuition will leverage its Vehicle OS software to significantly speed up Honda’s in-house development of a centralized, upgradable and highly personalized SDV platform. The collaboration brings together top engineering talent from Honda and elite software teams in Japan and Silicon Valley to advance a full-vehicle SDV platform designed to support Honda’s next-generation vehicle architecture.
“Honda is advancing toward a software-defined future where vehicles can continuously evolve and deliver highly personalized experiences to our customers,” said Mahito Shikama, Chief Officer, Corporate Strategy Operations of Honda Motor Co., Ltd. “By partnering with Applied Intuition, we can accelerate our internal development efforts while maintaining control over our vehicle architecture and software direction.”
Honda leads one of the world’s top mass-market OEM production programs, and the partnership reflects the technical ambition of delivering a single SDV platform that supports advanced vehicle architectures and differentiated consumer experiences at global scale. Applied Intuition’s Vehicle OS software is designed to support Honda’s internal teams in their effort to speed up development and reduce costs during the company’s SDV transition. Applied Intuition will contribute its OS and software development expertise in working across all powertrains, including hybrid vehicles, while supporting Honda’s longstanding commitment to quality, safety and reliability.
“Honda is a world-class, technology-forward automaker, and together we are accelerating the development of a full-vehicle SDV platform,” said Qasar Younis, co-founder and CEO of Applied Intuition. “By bringing Silicon Valley software practices together with Honda’s engineering excellence, we’re enabling a centralized and upgradable vehicle platform that can scale to production.”
Applied Intuition’s work with Honda further demonstrates the company’s role as a trusted software partner for leading global automakers. With existing partnerships spanning major passenger vehicle regions — including Europe and the United States — Applied Intuition now works with automakers across all major global regions.
Together, Applied Intuition and Honda are establishing a collaboration built on shared engineering rigor, global teamwork and a common vision for how software will shape the next era of mobility.
About Applied Intuition
Applied Intuition is building the technology to make a billion machines intelligent. Founded in 2017, the Silicon Valley company powers physical AI in the automotive, defense, trucking, construction, mining and agriculture industries. Applied Intuition is based in Sunnyvale, California, with nearly two dozen offices around the world, including London, Munich, Tokyo, Seoul and the Washington, D.C., metro area. Learn more at applied.co, or email press@applied.co.
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5, Oct 2026
Nelnet Business Services Acquires International School Management Technology Provider, Entab
LINCOLN, Neb. and NEW DELHI, Oct. 6, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Nelnet Business Services (NBS), a division of Nelnet, Inc. (NYSE: NNI), announced the acquisition of Entab Infotech Pvt. Ltd. (Entab), a leading provider of school administration, management, and learning technology software in India.
The acquisition marks an important step in the international expansion strategy of NBS, extending opportunities for its school management, tuition, and campus-technology offerings into India, one of the world’s largest K-12 education markets. Going forward, the business will operate as “Entab, a Nelnet company,” preserving the Entab brand, leadership, and customer relationships that schools across India rely on today.
“This acquisition represents an important milestone in our strategy to build a global platform that helps educational institutions operate more effectively and better serve students and families,” said DeeAnn Wenger, President of Nelnet Business Services. “Entab has established itself as one of India’s most trusted education technology providers, earning the confidence of more than 1,000 schools through innovation, customer commitment, and deep market expertise. Together, we have an opportunity to accelerate innovation, expand our impact, and deliver even greater value to the education communities we serve around the world.”
Founded and headquartered in New Delhi in 2000, Entab provides enterprise resource planning (ERP) and learning management systems (LMS) through its flagship CampusCare® platform, serving more than 1,000 schools and supporting over 1.5 million students in 28 states across India.
“Joining Nelnet Business Services significantly enhances our access to resources and expertise that will enable us to accelerate our product roadmap while continuing to serve our schools with the same team and commitment to service they experience today,” said Lawrence Zacharias, Entab CEO and co-founder.
Shaji Thomas, Entab co-founder added, “With the capabilities and scale of NBS supporting Entab, we look forward to delivering greater value to schools, teachers, students and parents, and expanding our reach across India.”
Both Zacharias and Thomas, along with Entab’s 290 associates, will remain with the company and maintain its existing offices in New Delhi to continue to serve customers without interruption.
“As we have gotten to know the Entab team, their customers, and their deep commitment to serving schools, we have seen firsthand the strength of their platform and the trust they have earned throughout the education community,” said Maheshwar Tiruchinapalli, Executive Vice President and General Manager of International Markets for Nelnet Business Services. “This combination represents more than an acquisition. It is the coming together of two organizations united by a shared mission to help schools thrive. Our integration strategy will be thoughtful and deliberate, ensuring continuity for customers and associates while creating a stronger, more innovative platform that can help define the next generation of school management solutions.”
Cyril Amarchand Mangaldas acted as India legal advisor and Baker McKenzie acted as International legal counsel for Nelnet. IndusInd Bank Ltd., India provided transaction banking and foreign exchange advisory services.
Moxie Capital Mumbai acted as financial advisor, PMA Associates provided project consulting, and Khaitan & Co. acted as legal advisor to the shareholders of Entab.
About Nelnet Business Services
Nelnet Business Services (NBS) is a division of Nelnet, Inc. (NYSE: NNI), which provides payment technology and community management solutions for K-12 schools, higher education institutions, and businesses in the U.S. and internationally. NBS serves more than 1,200 higher education institutions and nearly 12,000 K-12 schools worldwide.
About Nelnet
Nelnet is a diversified company with primary businesses in consumer lending, loan servicing, payments, and technology—all with a large customer emphasis in the education space. Headquartered in Lincoln, Neb., Nelnet has more than 5,700 associates. Learn more about Nelnet at www.nelnet.com.
About Entab
Founded in 2000, Entab provides ERP, learning management, and experiential learning solutions for India’s K-12 education sector. Its flagship CampusCare® platform integrates key school functions, including admissions, fee management, school operations, real-time tracking, and parent engagement within a unified digital ecosystem. Following the introduction of India’s National Education Policy (NEP) 2020, Entab expanded its offerings to include experiential learning solutions designed to support teaching and learning outcomes.
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5, Oct 2026
KSAT and Xoople Partner on Ground Network for Xoople Constellation
TROMSO, Norway and MADRID, Oct. 5, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Kongsberg Satellite Services (KSAT) and Xoople have entered into a partnership under which Xoople has selected KSATlite, KSAT’s fully automated Ground Segment-as-a-Service, to support the deployment and operation of its pioneering constellation of satellites.
KSATlite was launched in 2016 to give satellite operators standardized, scalable access to the ground. Ten years on, it supports missions ranging from single satellites to large constellations with an average contact success rate above 99.8%. Xoople is building Earth’s System of Record™, a continuously updated representation of physical change across the planet.
By combining trusted Earth data, scalable cloud infrastructure and advanced AI, Xoople’s end-to-end system creates a foundation for organizations to understand, monitor and respond to change across the natural and built environment. The platform is designed to integrate seamlessly into government and enterprise systems, workflows and AI applications, transforming complex geospatial data into operational intelligence at global scale.
Through the partnership, Xoople will use the global KSATlite network, including new sites, to support the downlink of large volumes of Earth observation data and enable rapid delivery of information from space to users on the ground.
The collaboration will also drive the continued development of the KSATlite service. To support the requirements of Xoople’s program, KSAT is adding new ground station sites and developing two key capabilities together with Xoople: faster delivery of data from the ground station to the cloud, and new service endpoints that let operators further automate their own operations. These capabilities will become part of the standard KSATlite service and benefit future customers across the network.
“Through our collaboration, Xoople has challenged us with ambitious requirements that continue to drive the development of KSATlite, including faster data delivery and increased automation capabilities. Because KSATlite is a standardized service, these enhancements will strengthen the offering available to future customers across the network. We look forward to continuing the partnership as the program progresses,” says Marte Indregard, President and CEO of KSAT.
“Reliable, scalable access to Earth data is a critical part of building the infrastructure behind Earth’s System of Record. By working with KSAT and its global KSATlite network, we are strengthening the data supply chain that enables us to continuously capture, process and understand physical change on Earth. This partnership helps ensure we can support the scale, frequency and reliability required to deliver trusted intelligence into enterprise workflows and AI-driven decision-making,” says Fabrizio Pirondini, CEO of Xoople.
The partnership represents an important milestone for both organizations, bringing together Xoople’s ambition to build Earth’s System of Record ™with KSAT’s global ground segment expertise. Together, they are helping establish the infrastructure needed to transform Earth data into a trusted enterprise asset, powering operational intelligence, automation and AI-driven decision-making around the world. For KSAT, the partnership extends both the reach and the capabilities of the KSATlite network, strengthening its ability to support high-volume Earth observation missions in the years ahead.
About Xoople
Xoople is building Earth’s System of Record™ – the largest continuously updated source of daily physical-world ground truth for the AI era. Powered by a proprietary constellation with NASA-grade optical sensors and a fully integrated space-to-cloud network, Xoople generates 100x more data than the current gold standard. We transform calibrated global Earth measurements into structured, machine-readable, open tabular formats that integrate directly into AI agents, enterprise workflows and operational platforms. Designed in collaboration with users across industries, Xoople closes the physical-world knowledge gap that limits AI performance, enabling organizations to detect change, uncover predictive insight and make faster, more confident decisions at global scale.
About KSAT
Kongsberg Satellite Services (KSAT) is a global provider of ground network services, Earth observation services and government programs. Headquartered in Tromsø, Norway, and co-owned by Kongsberg Defence & Aerospace and Space Norway, KSAT operates the world’s largest commercial satellite ground station network, including sites in Svalbard and Antarctica, and delivers mission-critical infrastructure for government, civil and commercial space customers worldwide. Its fully automated Ground Segment-as-a-Service, KSATlite, supports everything from single small satellites to mega-constellations. Machine-to-machine interfaces, a customer portal and state-of-the-art anomaly detection help it maintain a contact success rate above 99.8%.
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5, Oct 2026
Godrej Properties Marks 100th Home Handover at Godrej Nest with ‘Shubh Aarambh’; Actor Sanya Malhotra Surprises the Family
NOIDA, India, Oct. 5, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Godrej Properties Limited (GPL) (BSE scrip ID: GODREJPROP), one of India’s leading real estate developers, celebrated its 100th home handover at Godrej Nest, Sector 150, Noida, through ‘Shubh Aarambh’, its signature home-handover initiative.
Godrej Properties has delivered over 3,000 homes in Delhi-NCR in the last 12 months, reinforcing the focus on execution and commitment to customers. Over the last few weeks, 120 families have received the keys to their new homes at Godrej Nest, a community built around convenience and well-being. In one of the most memorable moments of this Shubh Aarambh season, actor Sanya Malhotra surprised the 100th family as they entered their home at Godrej Nest.
Speaking on the occasion, actor Sanya Malhotra said, “There is something incredibly special about witnessing a family’s first moments in a new home. It’s a milestone filled with excitement, hope and the promise of new memories. What I particularly love about Godrej Nest is the idea that life doesn’t have to follow a fixed schedule. Movement and wellness have always been central to my life, which is why the philosophy of ‘Life, On Your Time’ resonates so strongly with me. It was wonderful to surprise the family today and be part of their Shubh Aarambh as they begin this exciting new chapter.”
For many families, homeownership represents years of aspiration, planning and dreams. Through Shubh Aarambh, Godrej Properties seeks to honour this milestone by transforming a routine possession process into a meaningful celebration that recognises the emotional significance of receiving the keys to one’s home.
Today’s lifestyles are increasingly dynamic. As work, wellness, leisure and family time extend beyond conventional schedules, the idea of home is evolving too. ‘Life, On Your Time’ is rooted in the belief that a home should adapt to the rhythm of its residents, rather than requiring residents to adapt to it. Godrej Nest has been envisioned around this shift, offering a curated mix of lifestyle and wellness amenities including a 24×7 gym, swimming pool, tennis and basketball courts, cricket facilities, indoor games and yoga and meditation spaces, alongside conveniences such as a 24×7 party lounge, e-library and medical support services. Together with Godrej Nest’s five-tier security framework, this ecosystem is designed to give residents not only access around the clock, but the confidence and freedom to use their community on their own terms.
Commenting on the occasion, Geetika Trehan, CEO – North Zone, Godrej Properties, said, “Homebuyers today are seeking more than a well-designed residence. They want communities that adapt to their changing routines and support different dimensions of their lives. Through the philosophy of ‘Life, On Your Time’, Godrej Nest brings together thoughtful planning, flexible access to lifestyle amenities, security and well-being, giving residents the freedom to truly live life on their own terms.”
She further added, “Every handover represents a promise fulfilled and, more importantly, a significant milestone in our customers’ lives. We remain firmly committed to delivering with consistency, quality and care, and to creating lasting joy for the families who place their trust in us.”
While receiving the keys, Mr. Sampath Kumar Bodhulla, Mrs. Charu Bodhulla homeowner, said, “Today was one of those days we’ll always remember. Getting the keys to our Godrej home was special enough, but meeting Sanya Malhotra was the kind of surprise that made it even more joyous and memorable. We can’t wait to move in, make the space our own, and start creating memories here with our family and friends.”
Godrej Nest is located in Sector 150, within one of Noida’s premium residential micro-markets along the Noida–Greater Noida Expressway. The micro-market’s low-density planning, green environment and connectivity have contributed to its growing residential appeal. The handovers at Godrej Nest mark another step in Godrej Properties’ focus on creating communities that respond to changing lifestyles and evolving expectations from urban homeownership.
About Godrej Properties Limited
At Godrej Properties, we are driven by a singular purpose: crafting joy. Over 100,000 families have found a home with us, making us India’s largest residential developer by both the value and volume of homes sold. As part of the Godrej Industries Group, we combine a 129-year legacy of trust and excellence with a forward-looking vision to shape the future of urban India.
Our approach is anchored in thoughtful design, sustainability, thriving communities, and uncompromising quality. As of December 2025, we were ranked the number one real estate company worldwide on both the Dow Jones Best-in-Class Sustainability Indices and the Global Real Estate Sustainability Benchmark.
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5, Oct 2026
Umia Raises $6 Million to Build the Onchain Formation Platform for Token-Native Projects, Joined by Galaxy Ventures, DCG and Draper Associates
Most tokens have no formal link to the business behind them: its IP, revenue and treasury usually sit in a separate entity. Umia places all three in one legal structure alongside the token, with treasury decisions made through onchain decision markets.
NEW YORK, Oct. 5, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Umia (umia.finance), the onchain platform for launching, funding and governing projects, today announced it has raised $6 million through the auction of $UMIA, the first token launched through its own system. Ten funds and nearly 700 individual bidders took part in the seven-day sale, which ran on Base from August 26 to September 2 and opened with a three-day early round for vetted funds and zkTLS-verified community members. The public round then reached its cap seven minutes after opening on August 29, and the sale closed at more than 3x its $2 million minimum. Galaxy Ventures, DCG, Draper Associates, RenGen, Alpha EV, Maven 11 and Eon Capital were among the funds, all bidding on the same terms as every other participant, with no discounts.
“Serious teams have never had a way to launch a token that is actually tied to the project behind it, so we put our own token through our system first,” said Francesco Mosterts, Co-Founder of Umia. “The result is a framework we believe will change how projects are funded, launched and governed.”
Umia itself now operates under the same structure every project on the platform will use. Its IP, operating team and treasury sit within one legal wrapper, funds raised went into a non-custodial treasury rather than a team wallet, and board-level decisions go through decision markets.
Those decisions are made through futarchy: each proposal opens a conditional market per option, and participants trade on each option’s expected impact. The option the markets value highest is the one executed.
Umia’s first decision market went live on September 17, asking traders how to deploy $4.77 million of treasury USDC into lending protocols on Base. Three strategies competed against a do-nothing baseline, and the winning strategy, allocating to Aave and Steakhouse, has since been executed.
“Onchain capital formation typically means choosing between a fair mechanism and a credible structure,” said James Kibbie, Investor at Galaxy Ventures. “Umia’s auction mechanism pairs the two: a clearing process that treats funds and individuals identically, and a legal and treasury framework that gives the token a defined relationship with the project behind it.”
With the full stack now live, the first external projects are expected to launch through Umia in Q4 2026, subject to onboarding and legal review. Timelines are indicative and may change.
Umia is built by the team behind Chainbound, an Ethereum research and development lab with more than four years of experience designing core EVM infrastructure, including work with Flashbots and the Ethereum Foundation. Co-Founder and CEO Francesco Mosterts previously worked at Point72, and Co-Founder and CTO Nicolas Racchi previously built DeFi protocols and Ethereum infrastructure. The wider team also includes specialists in trading, governance, growth and operations.
About Umia
Umia is a full-stack platform for launching, funding and governing projects onchain. Each project launched through Umia operates within a single legal wrapper, with its intellectual property, operating team and treasury under one structure and board-level decisions delegated to onchain decision markets. $UMIA, Umia’s own token, was the first launched through the system. Umia is incubated by Chainbound. Learn more at umia.finance, docs.umia.finance and x.com/umia_finance.
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5, Oct 2026
NAHA PORT AUTHORITY, CRUISE PORT NAHA G.K., MSC CRUISES AND ROYAL CARIBBEAN GROUP BEGIN CONSTRUCTION OF NEW CRUISE TERMINAL AT NAHA PORT, OKINAWA
The new terminal will support the long-term development of tourism in Okinawa, strengthen regional connectivity, and enhance the guest experience.
NAHA, OKINAWA, Japan, Oct. 5, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Naha Port Authority, Cruise Port Naha G.K., Royal Caribbean Group and MSC Cruises celebrated the groundbreaking of a new cruise terminal at Naha Port, marking a significant milestone in the continued growth of cruising in Japan and across the East Asia region.
Cruise Port Naha G.K. is a joint venture between CTL Maritime and RCL Cruises Ltd., representing the respective interests of MSC Cruises and Royal Caribbean Group. Under the Cruise Hub Formation Agreement concluded with the Naha Port Authority in August 2026, Cruise Port Naha G.K. will develop and operate the new terminal, with completion and the start of operations targeted for March 2028.
The new terminal will provide modern, purpose-built facilities designed to enhance the guest experience, improve operational efficiency, and support the long-term growth of cruise tourism in Okinawa.
As one of Japan’s most strategically located ports, Naha offers year-round accessibility and serves as an ideal gateway for cruise itineraries throughout the region. Once completed, the new terminal will provide enhanced passenger facilities, strengthening the port’s ability to accommodate some of the most advanced cruise ships in the world, thereby supporting increased passenger capacity and growing demand for cruise vacations in Asia.
“For Royal Caribbean Group, Japan is one of the most important cruise markets in Asia – not only as a destination, but as a long-term partner in our global business. We do not simply bring guests here, we also invest here and with Naha Okinawa, we are investing in infrastructure that will benefit the local community for years to come,” said Jason Liberty, chairman and CEO of Royal Caribbean Group. “The future of cruising in Japan is about shared ambition, collaboration, and responsible innovation, and we are honored to be a part of it.”
“Okinawa is uniquely positioned at the crossroads of some of Asia’s most exciting cruise destinations, and we see real potential for its future,” said Pierfrancesco Vago, Executive Chairman, MSC Group, Cruises Division. “This project forms part of our long-term vision to expand our presence in the region and create new opportunities for guests of MSC Cruises and Explora Journeys to enjoy Asia year-round. As we continue to develop our itineraries and invest in infrastructure, we are making cruising more accessible for both international and Asian travellers while strengthening connections across the region. We are proud to partner with Royal Caribbean Group and the Naha Port Authority in bringing this vision to life, and I thank all those whose commitment, collaboration and shared ambition have made today’s milestone possible. Together, we are investing not only in a port, but in the future growth of cruise tourism in Okinawa and across Asia.”
The project follows Naha Port’s designation by Japan’s Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism as an International Cruise Ship Hub Formation Port in 2019 and represents an important public-private collaboration to support the long-term development of tourism in Okinawa.
Today’s groundbreaking included a traditional Japanese ceremony at the future terminal site, marking the formal start of construction and bringing together several esteemed public officials for the event, including Okinawa Governor Genta Koja and representatives from the Cabinet Office of Japan, alongside representatives from Naha Port Authority, Cruise Port Naha G.K., MSC Cruises and Royal Caribbean Group.
About Royal Caribbean Group
Royal Caribbean Group is a leading global vacation company spanning cruise, one-of-a-kind destinations, and land-based vacation experiences. The company operates 71 ships sailing to more than 1,000 destinations across all seven continents through its three wholly owned brands – Royal Caribbean, Celebrity Cruises, and Silversea – and a 50% joint venture interest in TUI Cruises, which operates the Mein Schiff and Hapag-Lloyd brands.
The Group is expanding its portfolio of private destinations through its Perfect Day and Royal Beach Club collections, and the company will enter river cruising in 2027 with Celebrity River Cruises. Powered by innovative brands, advanced technology, and an industry-leading loyalty program, the company has built a connected vacation ecosystem, turning the vacation of a lifetime into a lifetime of vacations.
Named to the Fortune World’s Most Admired Companies 2026 list and to Forbes’ 2026 Best American Companies lists, Royal Caribbean Group is guided by its mission to deliver the best vacations responsibly. For more information, visit royalcaribbeangroup.com.
About MSC Cruises
Headquartered in Geneva, Switzerland, the privately-owned MSC Cruises is the world’s third largest cruise line and the market leader in Europe with a strong and growing presence in North America. A global cruise brand with 23 modern ships offering cruises across five continents, guests can visit more than 100 countries worldwide with more than 300 destinations, making unforgettable memories and enjoying the finest hospitality. For more information visit MSC Cruises.
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5, Oct 2026
World Trade Centers Association Appoints Annette Gregg as First Female CEO in 57-Year History
Global association executive selected to lead WTCA into its next chapter, strengthening Member value and connections across its network across nearly 100 countries and territories
NEW YORK, Oct. 5, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — World Trade Centers Association® (WTCA®) — an international trade organization connecting more than 300 World Trade Center® (WTC®) locations across nearly 100 countries and territories — today announced the appointment of Annette Gregg as its first female Chief Executive Officer in the Association’s 57-year history.
Gregg joins WTCA as the Association enters a new chapter, following the recent return of its global headquarters to the World Trade Center site in Lower Manhattan after 25 years, signaling an exciting new chapter for the organization, and further advancing its mission of “Connecting Businesses, Globally.” As CEO, Gregg will provide strategic leadership to WTCA and its global staff, working closely with the Board of Directors and Members to advance the Association’s strategic and business priorities. She will also serve as a leading public voice for WTCA, focused on strengthening engagement across its Membership, expanding the global network and creating new opportunities for Members to connect businesses, markets and communities through international trade and investment.
“Annette brings the combination of strategic vision, financial acumen and global stakeholder engagement that WTCA needs as we look toward the future,” said John E. Drew, Chair of the WTCA Board of Directors. “Throughout her career, she has demonstrated that she knows how to strengthen international organizations by listening to their Members, creating meaningful value and building connections across markets and cultures. With Annette stepping into this new role and WTCA recently establishing its headquarters at One World Trade Center, we are building on a strong legacy while positioning the Association for its next era of global growth and impact.”
Gregg brings more than 30 years of leadership experience spanning global associations, private enterprise and the international business events and hospitality sectors. Most recently, she served as CEO of the Society for Incentive Travel Excellence (SITE), where she led a global association of approximately 3,700 members and 27 chapters. Under her leadership, SITE increased topline revenue by 160% in three years through diversified revenue streams while expanding membership by more than 70%. She was also recently named the 2026 Marin Bright Legacy Award Recipient for her work with SITE, and her leadership in meetings and events, and was awarded at the 2026 Smart Women in Meetings Awards Gala.
Previously, Gregg served as Chief Revenue Officer for Meeting Professionals International (MPI), where she was responsible for approximately 70% of the organization’s revenue and helped expand global product distribution across Europe, Asia and Latin America. Her career has consistently centered on building international communities, strengthening stakeholder engagement and translating the reach of global networks into tangible value for their members.
“WTCA has an extraordinary foundation — a trusted global brand and a network of Members with deep connections to businesses and communities across nearly 100 countries and territories,” said Annette Gregg, Chief Executive Officer, WTCA. “I see tremendous opportunity to build on that strength — listening to our Members, connecting ideas and opportunities across markets and finding new ways for this network to create meaningful business value. I’m honored to lead WTCA into this next chapter and excited to help strengthen the connections that make international business possible.”
Gregg’s appointment comes as businesses are navigating an increasingly complex global environment, making trusted relationships, market intelligence and direct connections across borders increasingly important. Through its network, events and programming, WTCA brings together business leaders, economic development organizations and WTC businesses to exchange market intelligence, develop cross-border relationships and identify opportunities for trade and investment.
She assumes her CEO responsibilities effective October 5 and will lead WTCA from its recently established global headquarters at One World Trade Center in New York City, working alongside the Association’s headquarters and regional teams serving Members around the world.
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About World Trade Centers Association (WTCA)
World Trade Centers Association (WTCA) is a network of more than 300 highly connected, mutually supporting businesses and organizations in nearly 100 countries and territories. As the owner of the “World Trade Center” and “WTC” trademarks, WTCA licenses exclusive rights to these brands for members to use in conjunction with their independently owned, iconic properties, facilities and trade services offerings. Through a robust portfolio of events, programming and resources that it offers its members, the goal of WTCA is to help local economies thrive by encouraging and facilitating trade and investment across the globe, creating an ecosystem built around commerce, community and connection. To learn more, visit www.wtca.org.
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