Author: Sai Krishna

CLASSIC FUSION TRIBUTO: A GOLDEN RETURN TO THE 1980 ORIGIN

MILAN, Italy, Oct. 16, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Forty-six years later, Hublot pays tribute to the watch that built Hublot with the Classic Fusion Tributo in yellow or white gold. This is not merely a reinterpretation, but a return to the origin crafted with all the expertise the Manufacture has acquired and integrated since its creation in 1980. Gold and rubber, black and contrast: the same defining codes of the original watch are now elevated through 46 years of watchmaking expertise in movements, finishing, materials, and construction. What began as an idea – the roots of the Art of Fusion – has become achieved full horological depth. This is Hublot’s origin, rebuilt with the Manufacture’s present mastery, where the connection to its founder remains a rare privilege.

A simple glance is all it takes. You see the watch from which it was born, and you feel the craftsmanship and innovation that have shaped it into what it is today. In 1980, Carlo Crocco shook up the watchmaking industry with a single fusion: gold and rubber. Under the MDM Genève name, Mr Crocco unveiled at Basel Fair a watch called Hublot, now known as the original Hublot. It marked a radical break: luxury stripped to its essentials, beginning with a bold material contrast that had never been seen before. Like a porthole, twelve screws secured a bezel reduced to its purest function. A plain dial with almost no embellishment. Minimal, graphic, immediate, unmistakably different. That watch did not follow the conventions of Swiss watchmaking; it challenged and broke its rules. Forty-six years later, the Classic Fusion Tributo brings that foundational design into the present. It connects the watch that started it all with the Hublot of today, uniting the full evolution of the Manufacture’s expertise. It is both a tribute to its origins and an expression of everything Hublot has become. What began as a disruptive idea has become one of the most recognizable design languages in watchmaking.

CLASSIC FUSION TRIBUTO

In terms of design aesthetics, the Classic Fusion Tributo stays true to the 1980 original: a gold case, a black rubber strap and the immediate black-and-gold tension that has defined Hublot from day one.

The case evolves from 36 to 38 mm without compromising proportion, while the twelve slightly domed bezel screws, tactile to the touch, retain their original function, marking time on a dial stripped of indices, with the date positioned at 3 o’clock exactly as intended in the original design language. A screwed crown ensures 100 meters of water resistance, reinforcing its functional integrity. The black lined rubber strap pairs with exposed lugs, revealing the construction’s architecture, while the absence of the One Click system is a deliberate choice that preserves the watch’s DNA. Every detail is deliberate.

Internally, everything changes. What was originally a quartz watch in 1980 became a Manufacture automatic movement. A self-winding architecture delivers approximately 50-hour power reserve thanks to an optimization of the gear train. Built around an open-worked oscillating weight shaped as the iconic Hublot “H”, visible through the sapphire case back, it reflects exactly what Hublot has become: sharper, deeper, more technical, without losing the original idea.

TWO ATTITUDES. ONE ORIGIN.

Both versions (in yellow or white gold) share the same DNA, same architecture, same technical base, and execution. However, their attitudes differ. The yellow gold Classic Fusion Tributo stays closest to the first Hublot ever made. It echoes the original gold-on-rubber contrast with a black lacquered dial, finished with a subtle charcoal effect. Inside, the oscillating mass in yellow gold reinforces full material continuity. At 6 o’clock, the gold MDM pad-printing is featured on the dial – a direct link to Carlo Crocco and the original MDM Genève signature seen on the very first Hublot. This signature also extends beyond watchmaking, celebrating a cause close to Mr Crocco. MDM also refers to the Main Dans la Main Foundation, founded in 1998, reflecting his long-standing philanthropic commitment.

The white gold version adopts a different stance: more formal, more ceremonial, drawing from the elegance of Italian tailoring. The polished black onyx dial and black screws add depth and intensity, evoking the refined rhythm of sartorial detailing. Inside, the black tungsten oscillating mass sharpens its identity, reinforcing a disciplined, highly sophisticated expression of the design.

From its gold construction to its Hublot Manufacture movement, the Classic Fusion Tributo carries forward a design born in 1980, proof that a bold fusion of materials can endure. That same endurance defines Hublot’s confidence in its watchmaking. Conceived, developed and assembled in Nyon, it reflects the precision, reliability and mastery of the Manufacture. Built to last and backed by a 5+5 warranty extending coverage up to ten years, it embodies a single conviction: at Hublot, design, craftsmanship and trust are built to stand the test of time.

“When I created MDM Genève, it was a deeply personal endeavor – hands-on, heart-involved, driven by a singular idea: gold and rubber. Entrusting it to others, even good and talented hands, was never easy for me. Yet, returning to Nyon, visiting the Manufacture, and discovering the latest creations, I see profound continuity and mastery. I see what those hands have collectively built. Witnessing Hublot’s evolution, I realize it was the best decision I ever made. It fills me with immense pride and deep gratitude. Today, seeing the very first design and the origins of the Art of Fusion brought back to life is deeply emotional,“ said Carlo Crocco, Founder of Hublot in 1980.

“To respect Hublot is to honor its origins, not by freezing it in time, but by keeping it in motion. The Classic Fusion Tributo perfectly embodies this philosophy, creating a direct link between 1980 and the present. Carlo Crocco’s vision remains – sharp, disruptive and vibrant. Now, this vision is realized with the full extent of our manufacturing expertise. It reflects minimalism by design, precisely as he envisioned it, and horological depth, as Hublot brings it to life today,” stated Julien Tornare, Hublot CEO.

As a tribute to Carlo Crocco’s vision and values, CHF 100,000 will be donated to his Main Dans la Main (MDM) Foundation. This initiative reflects the brand’s desire to contribute to a cause that remains deeply important to its founder. Founded in 1998 by Carlo Crocco, the MDM Foundation supports humanitarian and educational projects aimed at improving the lives of vulnerable children and communities in need.

The Classic Fusion Tributo in yellow or white gold is available at selected Hublot points of sale and online at hublot.com.

HUBLOT 

In 1980 and for the first time, a watch dared to put a gold case on a rubber strap, turning the luxury watch world upside down in the process. Named for the porthole-shaped bezel with its exposed screws, Hublot was born and with it, the Art of Fusion.

In 2005 the brand took this exercise in creative thinking to a new level with the Big Bang and its iconic design, size and layered construction case. That same year, Hublot received the Best Design award at the Grand Prix d’Horlogerie de Genève. Since then, spurred by this revolutionary mindset, the Big Bang has never stopped reinventing itself. The twenty-first century has its first watch Icon.

The concept of fusion is omnipresent, the guiding principle for every collection. Big Bang timepieces reshape the geometries of time; Classic Fusion balances boldness and restraint, while the Exceptional Timepieces overwrite expectations to create unprecedented horological objects. With its disruptive approach of challenging convention, Hublot’s DNA is transcribed in the Unico, Meca-10 and tourbillon in-house calibers, to add another tier of meaning to the Art of Fusion.

Since 2026, Hublot’s commitment to technical excellence has been backed by an evolved warranty structure for eligible timepieces purchased from January 1, 2026 onwards, featuring a 5-year basic warranty and the possibility of an additional 5-year extension for eligible timepieces through the Hublotista program, provided the basic warranty is still active at the time of registration. This would extend the coverage up to ten years.

Alchemy is ingrained into Hublot and not just at La Manufacture. Magic can take place on a football pitch, producing partnerships with major events (UEFA Champions League and UEFA Euro^™). Sometimes it happens at a concert, a basketball match, an artistic performance or at a unique gastronomic experience with Hublot’s family of starred Chefs. And so, the Hublot Vibes come to life, through shared moments of exaltation amongst the Hublotistas, its very own community of proud Hublot owners. The Art of Fusion goes beyond the tangible. It is a way of being, the Hublot way of life.

HUBLOT: www.hublot.com – Email: press@hublot.com – Presslounge platform: presslounge.hublot.com/connection/

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Vale Base Metals completes transaction to establish new ownership of Thompson Mine Complex

Transaction marks new chapter for Thompson, backed by US$200 million (approximately CAD$280 million) in new investment

VBM retains 18.9% minority interest and multi-year offtake agreement, with Exiro Nickel taking over as operator of Thompson

TORONTO, Oct. 16, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Vale Base Metals (“VBM”, or the “Company”), today announced the completion of its transaction to establish Exiro Nickel Company (“Exiro Nickel”) as the new owner and operator of the Thompson Mine Complex in Manitoba, Canada.

Exiro Minerals Corp. (“Exiro”), Orion Resource Partners LP (“Orion”) and Canada Growth Fund Inc. (“CGF”) collectively hold an 81.1% interest in Exiro Nickel, while VBM, through its subsidiary Vale Canada Limited, retains an 18.9% minority interest. All customary regulatory and government authorizations have been received to complete the transaction.

The transaction includes a commitment to invest up to US$200 million (approximately CAD$280 million) in Thompson, providing dedicated capital and focus to support the long-term future of the operation. VBM has also entered into a multi-year offtake agreement for nickel concentrate produced at the Thompson mill.

With the completion of the transaction, Exiro Nickel assumes day-to-day operational responsibility for the Thompson Mine Complex bringing a deep focus and commitment to operate Thompson safely, responsibly and sustainably, invest in its long-term future, while honouring existing agreements with local stakeholders and Indigenous communities.

“Completing this transaction marks an important new chapter for Thompson and for the people who have built its proud mining history,” said Shaun Usmar, Chief Executive Officer of VBM. “Thompson has a significant nickel endowment and an exceptional workforce, many of whom are the second or even third generation in their families to work at the operation. We believe dedicated ownership, focused investment and strong leadership give the operation the best opportunity to realize its full potential as a resilient, district-scale asset in Manitoba.”

Usmar added: “I want to recognize and congratulate our new partners, Exiro, Orion Resource Partners and Canada Growth Fund, on the completion of this transaction. VBM is proud to remain a shareholder and excited to work with our partners to realize Thompson’s immense long-term potential. We continue to believe in the strategic value of Canadian nickel and our retained interest and offtake agreement allow us to maintain that connection in Manitoba. I would also like to thank our Thompson employees for their professionalism, dedication and commitment throughout this process, as well as the community, Indigenous and government partners and all stakeholders who have worked with us over the more than six decades that Thompson has been in operation.”

The transaction is consistent with VBM’s strategy to actively manage its portfolio and enable dedicated ownership and investment for Thompson. The completion of the transaction concludes the strategic review of the Thompson operations launched by VBM in January 2025.

The Thompson Mine Complex includes two underground operating mines, an adjacent mill and significant exploration opportunities across the 135-kilometre-long Thompson Nickel Belt. The region has a rich mining history stretching back more than 60 years and remains an important source of employment and economic activity in northern Manitoba.

About Vale Base Metals  

Vale Base Metals (VBM) is a leading global supplier of critical minerals, including copper concentrate, high-purity nickel and responsibly sourced cobalt. VBM’s vertically integrated nickel and polymetallic operations, projects, and refineries are located in Canada (Ontario, Newfoundland & Labrador, Manitoba), Brazil, the UK, Japan and Indonesia. The Company’s assets in Brazil include the world-class Salobo Copper Complex along with an attractive pipeline of high-return copper projects in the prolific Carajás region. VBM is 90% owned by Vale S.A. and 10% by Manara Minerals Investment Company.

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CFMOTO Showcases Global Strategy and Innovation Capabilities at CFMOTO EXPERIENCE 2026

HANGZHOU, China, Oct. 16, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — CFMOTO, a leading company in the global powersports industry, welcomed international journalists from more than 29 countries and regions to its headquarters in China for CFMOTO EXPERIENCE 2026. Under the theme “LIVE THE TECH • RIDE THE FUTURE“, the event gave journalists insight into the R&D, design, production and motorsport operations driving its global growth.

Rooted in China and operating in more than 100 countries and regions, CFMOTO continues to expand its global presence through investment in technology, advanced manufacturing and motorsport. Serving riders worldwide through more than 9,000 dealers, its portfolio spans motorcycles, off-road vehicles and electric mobility solutions across markets and riding cultures.

“We hope this visit gives you the opportunity to experience CFMOTO firsthand—to meet our people, explore our facilities and gain a deeper understanding of the company behind the brand,” said Minjie Lai, Chairman and CEO of CFMOTO, as he welcomed the delegation to China.

“Our vision is clear: to become a premium global powersports brand,” said Ferdinand Klauser, Chief Brand Officer of CFMOTO. “For CFMOTO, being global isn’t just about where we sell, it’s about how we operate. That’s why we offer a fuller, deeper view of our capabilities and our commitment.”

The company operates five production facilities across China, Mexico and Thailand, including CFMOTO NexFactory in Jiaxing, unveiled during the event as an integrated manufacturing hub for two-wheeled vehicles destined for global markets. The manufacturing network is complemented by five flagship R&D centers and four design hubs globally.

Media toured CFMOTO’s R&D and design facilities, gaining insight into vehicle development, simulation, testing, software engineering, connected technologies and design. For the first time, international media visited the CFMOTO Industrial Design Institute (CFID), where they learned how the company coordinates design resources across China, Europe and North America. CFMOTO also previewed its “Form Follows the Wind” design philosophy through the 550CL-C and GOES 700 CONCEPT, and showcased the V4 SR-RR prototype, which has achieved a top speed of 315.82 km/h.

Motorsport remains central to CFMOTO’s technology and brand strategy. In October 2026, CFMOTO Aspar Team rider Máximo Quiles won the Moto3 World Championship, and the 675SR-R has been selected as the official race bike for the 2027 FIM Women’s Circuit Racing World Championship.

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BCRF Launches $100 Million Venture Program for Breast Cancer: NYSE Content Update

NYSE issues a pre-market daily advisory direct from the trading floor.

NEW YORK, Oct. 16, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — The New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) provides a daily pre-market update directly from the NYSE Trading Floor. Access today’s NYSE Pre-market update for market insights before trading begins. 

Kristen Scholer delivers the pre-market update on October 16th

• BCRF Ventures will fund innovation to combat breast cancer
  • $100 million BCRF venture fund aims to accelerate breakthroughs from the lab to patients.
  • Launching with $23 million in seed donations, the program seeks to raise and deploy $100 million over the next five years.
• VSCO launches ‘The Fifty’
  • The campaign aims to celebrate 50 photographers across all 50 states.
  • VSCO recently announced the first 25 photographers and will announce the next batch in November.
  • VSCO had more than 13,500 submissions, the largest open call in the company’s history.
• Dow comes off 500+ point gain
  • The Dow Jones Industrial Average rallied 556 points or 1.1% on Thursday.
  • Shares of NYSE-listed Nike, Salesforce, and The Home Depot performed best.
  • Traders showed an appetite for value amid hotter-than-expected inflation.

Opening Bell

Hedgeye Asset Management celebrates strong growth in 2026

Closing Bell

Axis Capital (NYSE: AXS) celebrates its 25^th anniversary

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‘Don’t Go Na’: Maaza® Celebrates Festive Connections Through Its First-Ever Digital Micro-drama Series

Watch Episodes: Here

NEW DELHI, Oct. 16, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Celebrating the warmth of Indian festivities and the little moments that bring people closer, India’s homegrown billion-dollar brand, Maaza®, has launched its first-ever seven-episode micro-drama series, ‘Don’t Go Na’. Celebrating festive gatherings, budding connections, love stories and the joy of togetherness, the series places Maaza at the heart of hosting, capturing familiar emotions that make celebrations special.

In India, festivals are as much about welcoming people as they are about coming together. Homes fill with family and friends, tables are laden with festive treats, and hosts go the extra mile to make every guest feel at home. From offering one more serving to insisting that guests stay a little longer, these small gestures reflect the warmth and generosity that define Indian hospitality.

With its rich mango taste and appeal across generations, Maaza® has long been a favourite at gatherings, bringing a familiar touch of indulgence to occasions spent with family and friends. This festive season, the brand brings that connection to life through ‘Don’t Go Na’, celebrating the warmth and spontaneity that make hosting an integral part of Indian festivities.

To engage a new generation of consumers, Maaza® is moving beyond traditional television advertising with its first-ever brand-led digital micro-drama series, ‘Don’t Go Na’. The seven-episode series follows a young man and woman whose paths cross at a Diwali party, capturing how a simple shared moment over a glass of Maaza can spark a connection. Set against the lively backdrop of festive celebrations, the series brings to life the small, everyday interactions that make these occasions memorable. The episodes will be available on Maaza’s official Instagram and YouTube channels.

Sunainika Singh, Senior Director, Marketing – Nutrition, Coca-Cola India and Southwest Asia said, “Maaza has always been about bringing people together, and with ‘Don’t Go Na’, we are celebrating one of the most familiar expressions of warmth in Indian households, not letting a guest leave easily. Festive hosting is filled with these little moments of generosity, emotion and humour, and we wanted to bring them to life through a fresh, relatable storytelling format. The micro drama format allows us to capture these everyday situations in a way that feels contemporary and engaging, particularly for younger audiences. Through ‘Don’t Go Na’, we hope to celebrate the joy of having people over and the moments that make every gathering feel a little more special.”

Conceptualised by Ogilvy India (as a part of Open X by WPP) Sukesh Nayak, Chief Creative Officer, Ogilvy India, added: “Festivals in an Indian household are chaotic, joyous, and full of chemistry. It’s the time when extended families meet, new bonds are forged, and often, sweet festive connections begin. Maaza has always been the ultimate festive treat, but with this micro-drama series, we wanted Maaza to be the spark that starts the story. Bypassing standard advertising formulas, we created a bite-sized episodic romance where a glass of Maaza becomes the quiet catalyst bringing two people together amidst the festive hustle. It’s fresh, culturally deeply resonant, and captures the exact feeling of an Indian festive home.”

As Maaza continues to be a household favourite across the nation, the brand remains rooted in the joy of mangoes and Indian traditions, celebrating the simple moments that bring people closer during the festive season.

About Coca-Cola:

Coca-Cola in India is one of the country’s leading beverage companies, offering a range of high-quality and refreshing beverage options to consumers. The company, in line with its vision of ‘Beverages For Life’ offers a wide portfolio of products which includes hydration, sports, sparkling, coffee, tea, nutrition, juice and dairy based products. In India its beverage range includes Coca-Cola, Coca-Cola Zero Sugar, Diet Coke, Thums Up, Thums Up XForce, Charged, Fanta, Limca, Sprite, Sprite Zero, Kinley Soda, Rimzim, Maaza, Minute Maid range of juices and Honest Tea. The Company also offers hydration beverages including Limca GlucoCharge, Smartwater, Kinley, Kinley Copper, Dasani and Bonaqua packaged drinking water. Premium products constitute Schweppes’ range and Smartwater. In addition, it offers a Costa Coffee range of tea and coffee. The Company is constantly transforming its portfolio, from reducing sugar in its drinks to bringing innovative new products to market.

The Company along with its owned bottling operations and franchise bottling partners has a strong network of over six million retail outlets through which it refreshes millions of consumers across the country. It seeks to positively impact people’s lives, communities, and the planet through water and packaging initiatives, sustainable agriculture and emission reductions across its value chain.

Globally together with its bottling partners, The Coca-Cola Company employs more than 700,000 people, helping to bring economic opportunity to local communities worldwide. Learn more at www.cocacolacompany.com and follow us on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn.

About WPP Open X:

WPP Open X, is a bespoke agency operating model created to help The Coca-Cola Company transform their marketing, attract a new generation of consumers, and grow their business. Our open-source creation of ideas and world-class execution at global scale allow us to deliver human-centered experiences built around culture and passions. Our seamless integration of creative, media, social, data, technology, commerce, and PR drive our client’s marketing transformation, and enable us to build on the legacy of The Coca-Cola Company.

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Reliance Digital’s Festival of Electronics Offers Up to ₹20,000 Exchange Bonus, Flat 50% Off on the Second Product and Up to ₹30,000 in Bank Card and Consumer Loan Discounts

Celebrate Dussehra with Reliance Digital’s Festival of Electronics and enjoy festive deals on the iPhone 17 Pro 256GB at ₹56,990*, iPhone 17 Pro Max 256GB at ₹71,990*, Dell XPS 13 Intel Core 5 laptop at ₹74,999*, Xiaomi 43-inch TV at ₹19,990* with a 3-year warranty, LG 10 kg front-load washing machine at ₹37,990*, Lloyd 1.5T Inverter AC at ₹34,990* with exchange and cashback, 308L Double-Door Refrigerator at ₹26,990*, Side-by-Side Refrigerator starting at ₹39,990*, Ray-Ban Meta Wayfarer Gen 1 at ₹17,999*, and Dyson Big Ball vacuum cleaner at ₹14,990* on purchases of ₹50,000 and above.

MUMBAI, India, Oct. 16, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Reliance Digital’s Festival of Electronics is featuring festive deals across smartphones, laptops, televisions, air conditioners, washing machines and audio products. Under its #CelebrateWithNoExcuses campaign, Reliance Digital is offering promotional prices on selected electronics, alongside exchange benefits, second-product savings and bank card and consumer loan discounts.

Best Deals on Smartphones, Laptops, TVs, Air Conditioners, Washing Machines, Refrigerators and Vacuum Cleaners

Featured offers in the Festival of Electronics include:

• iPhone 17 Pro 256GB at ₹56,990*
• iPhone 17 Pro Max 256GB at ₹71,990*
• Dell XPS 13 powered by Intel Core 5 Laptop: ₹74,999*
• Xiaomi 43″ TV: ₹19,990* with 3 years warranty
• Lloyd 1.5T Inverter AC: ₹34,990*(Under exchange and cashback)
• LG 10 KG Front Load Washing Machine: ₹38,990*
• 308L Double-Door Refrigerator: ₹26,990*
• Side-by-Side Refrigerator: Starting at ₹39,990*
• Ray-Ban Meta Wayfarer Gen1: ₹ 17,999* (After Bank Cashback)
• Dyson Big Ball Vacuum Cleaner: ₹14,990* on shopping of Rs 50,000 and above

These offers cover multiple electronics categories, including personal technology, home entertainment, climate control, laundry, audio and home cleaning.

Exchange Bonus, Second-Product Offer and Bank Discounts

In addition to selected product deals, Reliance Digital’s Festival of Electronics features the following promotional offers:

• Exchange bonus: Up to ₹20,000 assured exchange bonus*
• Second-product offer: Flat 50% off on the second product, subject to applicable product eligibility and terms*
• Consumer loan discounts: Up to ₹30,000*
• Bank Card discounts: Upto Rs 15,000 instant discount on Credit Cards.

Consumers should check the applicable terms and conditions, product eligibility and offer validity before making a purchase.

What Is #CelebrateWithNoExcuses?

#CelebrateWithNoExcuses is the campaign theme for Reliance Digital’s 2026 Festival of Electronics. The campaign encourages consumers to stop postponing planned upgrades and use the festive season to bring home technology for themselves and their families.

The Festival of Electronics features deals across smartphones, laptops, televisions, home appliances and audio products, catering to consumers looking to upgrade existing devices, purchase electronics for their homes or buy technology as festive gifts.

Consumers can visit their nearest Reliance Digital or My Jio Store to explore available products and offers.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Reliance Digital’s Festival of Electronics?

The Festival of Electronics is Reliance Digital’s festive-season promotional event, featuring selected electronics deals across smartphones, laptops, televisions, home appliances and audio products.

Which products are featured in the 2026 Festival of Electronics?

Featured products include the iPhone 17 Pro Max 256GB, Xiaomi 43-inch TV, LLOYD 1.5T Inverter AC, LG 10 kg Front-Load Washing Machine, 308L Double-Door Refrigerator, Side-by-Side Refrigerator, Ray-Ban Meta Wayfarer Gen 1 and Dyson Big Ball Vacuum Cleaner.

What is the price of the iPhone 17 Pro Max 256GB?

The listed promotional price is ₹71,990*, subject to applicable terms and conditions.

What exchange benefit is available?

Consumers can avail themselves of an assured exchange bonus of up to ₹20,000*, subject to applicable terms.

What is the second-product discount?

The campaign includes a flat 50% discount on the second product*. The detailed offer terms and eligible products should be checked before purchase.

Are bank card and consumer loan discounts available?

Yes. Discounts of up to ₹30,000* are available on leading bank cards and consumer loans, subject to applicable terms and eligibility.

Where can consumers shop for these offers?

Consumers can visit their nearest Reliance Digital or My Jio Store. Product availability and offer eligibility may vary by location and applicable terms.

When does the Festival of Electronics end?

The end date has not been specified in the information provided for this release.

What is the campaign hashtag?

The campaign hashtag is #CelebrateWithNoExcuses.

*All prices and offers are subject to applicable terms and conditions. Product availability, eligibility and offer validity may vary.

About Reliance Digital:

Reliance Digital is India’s largest electronics retailer, present in over 800 cities with more than 700+ large-format Reliance Digital stores and 900+ My Jio stores, serving customers in every corner of the country and making the latest technology accessible to all. With over 300 international and national brands and more than 5,000 products at the best prices, Reliance Digital offers the largest selection of models to help customers find the right technology for their lifestyle. The trained and well-informed staff at every store are always ready to guide customers through every detail of each product. Importantly, Reliance Digital provides after-sales service for all its products through Reliance resQ, the service arm of the retailer and India’s only ISO 9001-certified electronics service brand. Reliance resQ is available all week and is fully equipped to provide end-to-end solutions.

For ease of purchase, customers can visit any Reliance Digital store, shop online at www.reliancedigital.in

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CSL Group Acquires SIMPL Wireless to Bring Critical Connectivity® to North America

Adding multi-carrier eSIM, a unified connectivity management platform and Tier-1 US carrier partnerships to CSL’s global IoT connectivity platform

LONDON and DULUTH, Ga., Oct. 16, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — CSL Group, the leading global provider of Critical Connectivity®, has acquired SIMPL Wireless, the US-based IoT eSIM connectivity provider. The acquisition gives CSL a North American home and gives customers connectivity that is simple, fast and fully under their control, within a single, resilient connectivity service.

As IoT estates grow across borders, enterprises need to manage every SIM, contract and network from one place. Unified management lowers cost and speeds deployment, while multi-network resilience keeps devices connected when a network goes down.

The acquisition, CSL’s second in 2026 following IoTM Solutions in July, strengthens CSL’s ability to help customers build resilient IoT estates – with the uptime and operational control that life, mission and business-critical applications demand.

Simple. Fast. Yours.

SIMPL’s promise is simple, fast and yours: connectivity that goes live quickly, runs on the SIMs, APNs, hardware and carrier contracts customers already have, and keeps them in control of every connection. EverSIM, its multi-carrier eSIM built on unmodified, GSMA SAS-certified Thales eUICC infrastructure and native to SGP.22 and SGP.32, gives customers the option to buy connectivity from SIMPL or bring their own from up to 100 mobile network operators, with 5G Standalone support, backward-compatible to NB-IoT. A single SIM SKU carries a native primary carrier profile, and customers can localise anywhere by downloading local profiles over the air, with backup profiles that step in automatically if the primary network goes down and hand back when it returns. Compass, its single-pane-of-glass platform, gives customers one dashboard and one API to activate, monitor and manage SIMPL SIMs alongside existing carrier SIMs, with automated self-healing via auto-profile fallback.

Historically, enterprise eSIM deployments have taken a year or more because of platform integrations, carrier certifications and custom development. EverSIM compresses that timeline to days, enabling customers to move quickly from proof of concept to production while maintaining centralised oversight. Speed, simplicity, control – it just works.

With established partnerships including T-Mobile and Thales, SIMPL serves Solution Providers and Resellers in addition to customers across retail, transport, energy and EV charging.  This gives CSL an immediate US customer base, local go-to-market capability and Tier-1 carrier relationships.

Combined with CSL’s patented rSIM® multi-network resilience and IoTM’s connectivity orchestration, SIMPL completes a single operating model for customers: manage every SIM and eSIM, and stay online when a network fails.

Jason Morrow, CEO of SIMPL Wireless, said:

“SIMPL was built on three ideas: speed, simplicity and control. IoT connectivity should be fast to activate, run on what customers already have, and stay theirs to control – it should just work. Joining CSL Group puts that on a platform engineered for uptime and backed by three decades of critical connectivity expertise. For our customers, nothing changes on day one except what we can now offer them.”

The SIMPL team will join CSL Group, and SIMPL will continue to serve its existing customers, carriers and partners – as SIMPL Wireless, a CSL Group company.

Expanding CSL in North America

CSL already delivers managed IoT connectivity and patented rSIM® resilience across more than three million connections in building security, healthcare, infrastructure, utilities and transport. SIMPL gives CSL the US base, carrier relationships and local team to bring that capability to North American customers.

Together, CSL, IoTM and SIMPL enable customers to deploy globally, connect with confidence, automate SIM and eSIM lifecycle management and keep critical devices online as their estates grow.

Ed Heale, CEO of CSL Group, commented:

“Customers shouldn’t have to choose between flexibility and resilience. Bringing SIMPL into CSL Group gives us a home in North America and a platform that lets customers connect anywhere, with the certainty critical applications require.”

Financial terms of the transaction were not disclosed.

About CSL Group

CSL Group is the world’s leading provider of Critical Connectivity®. Founded in 1996, CSL has spent three decades building the expertise, resilience and managed infrastructure that life, mission and business-critical IoT applications depend on. Today, CSL manages over three million connections across building security, healthcare, infrastructure, utilities and transport, delivering always-on, fully managed, multi-path IoT solutions at scale. Where other connectivity providers deliver a commodity, CSL delivers certainty: designing, deploying and managing secure, resilient solutions tailored to the environments where failure is not an option.

Learn more at csl-group.com.

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About SIMPL Wireless

SIMPL Wireless is a US-based eSIM-as-a-Service provider headquartered in Duluth, Georgia. Its EverSIM multi-carrier eSIM and Compass platform deliver IoT connectivity that is simple, fast and yours. Customers can buy connectivity from SIMPL or bring their own from up to 100 mobile network operators, activate quickly on the hardware and carrier contracts they already have, and manage every connection through one dashboard and one API. SIMPL is built on GSMA SAS-certified Thales infrastructure and works with partners including T-Mobile and Thales. SIMPL Wireless is a CSL Group company.

Learn more at justsimpl.com.

For more information, contact: marketing@csl-group.com

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Awaken Your Senses: Embrace the Golden Hour Privilege at WorldHotels Long Beach Resort Phu Quoc

Discover a new rhythm of island living on Vietnam’s Pearl Island, where a 24-hour culinary journey and shared experiences redefine the beachfront escape.

PHU QUOC, Vietnam, Oct. 16, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — As golden sunset season unfolds, WorldHotels Long Beach Resort Phu Quoc, Vietnam’s first WorldHotels-branded resort, introduces its Ultra All-Inclusive experience, bringing together beachfront relaxation, culinary discoveries and memorable moments from sunrise to starlight.

Just ten minutes from Phu Quoc International Airport and close to Duong Dong center – the island’s cultural and entertainment hub, the beachfront resort features 465 rooms and suites, offering an inviting balance of coastal tranquility and island exploration.

A Holiday Without Watching the Clock

Inspired by the philosophy “Live in the Moment. Together”, Ultra All-Inclusive offers a seamless 24-hour holiday designed around the freedom to enjoy every moment at your own pace.

Unlike conventional dining schedules, the experience unfolds around the clock. Mornings begin with breakfast at TERAI, the resort’s all-day dining restaurant, followed by poolside bites and craft beer at Nori Pool Bar. As golden hour arrives, imagine sipping a perfectly crafted cocktail at Sora Sky Bar, where the setting sun paints the sky in shades of orange, pink and purple. More than just drinks, sunset cocktails celebrate nature’s grand finale, before late-night flavours and overnight refreshments carry the experience into a new morning.

Selected local and international beverages are available during designated service periods, allowing guests to savour each experience without interruption.

One Stay. Endless Ways to Experience Phu Quoc.

Beyond dining, Ultra All-Inclusive brings families and couples together through memorable activities. Children explore more than 15 play areas at Gemy Kids Zone, while families enjoy outdoor movies and lively poolside celebrations. Couples can reconnect over sunset cocktails, shared cooking experiences or peaceful moments together.

For those seeking a slower pace, Pearl Sense Spa offers soothing sauna sessions and rejuvenating foot treatments, complemented by exclusive body massage privileges for longer stays.

“Our Ultra All-Inclusive experience is about giving guests something truly valuable — the freedom to enjoy their time together,” said Mr. Subash Gadtaula, General Manager. “When every detail is thoughtfully considered, guests can simply embrace the moments that matter.”

At WorldHotels Long Beach Resort Phu Quoc, Ultra All-Inclusive is more than a collection of privileges. It is freedom to live every moment, together.

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BC.GAME’s BC Engine surpasses $10 million in rewards in six months after launch

Launched in April 2026, BC Engine has reached a major milestone in cumulative rewards, strengthening its role as a core value-sharing mechanism within the BC.GAME ecosystem

BELIZE CITY, Belize, Oct. 16, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — BC.GAME – the award-winning global online entertainment platform – can announce that its BC Engine has surpassed 10 million BCD in cumulative rewards, equivalent to more than US$10 million, just six months after its launch on April 8, 2026.

The milestone highlights the rapid growth of BC Engine, which has evolved from an hourly reward mechanism into an increasingly important pillar of the BC.GAME ecosystem, connecting $BC holders, platform activity, and gaming partners through recurring value distribution.

From launch to $10 million in six months

Since its introduction, BC Engine has recorded consistent growth in cumulative rewards.

On May 28, participating $BC holders had earned more than 2.1 million BCD. By July 28, cumulative rewards had exceeded 5 million BCD, reaching 8.6 million BCD by September 18.

Now, just six months after launch, the figure has surpassed 10 million BCD, representing nearly fivefold growth since late May.

BC Engine allows eligible $BC holders to earn BCD rewards through hourly settlement rounds. The reported US$10 million represents rewards already earned through completed settlements, rather than projected returns or changes in $BC’s market price.

Building a stronger BC.GAME ecosystem

Beyond the milestone itself, BC Engine is becoming a key component of BC.GAME’s long-term ecosystem strategy.

Unlike conventional promotional rewards, BC Engine connects platform activity with recurring value distribution, creating ongoing incentives for participation and strengthening the utility of $BC.

Through the introduction of Engine Nodes, partners including BC Originals, Croco Gaming and BETBY, have become part of the expanding reward ecosystem, connecting different gaming products and providers through a shared value distribution mechanism.

For users, BC Engine provides recurring rewards and transparent settlement records. For ecosystem partners, it creates deeper connections with the platform and its community. Together, these mechanisms are designed to strengthen long-term engagement, build trust and support a more interconnected gaming ecosystem.

Supporting BC.GAME’s global expansion

BC Engine’s growth comes alongside BC.GAME’s continued international expansion.

In 2026, BC.GAME strengthened its regulated presence in Mexico and partnered with Mexican football legend Guillermo “Memo” Ochoa as a brand ambassador, reinforcing its localization strategy in Latin America.

As BC.GAME continues to develop its international operations, BC Engine serves as an increasingly important mechanism connecting platform growth, $BC utility and ecosystem participation.

Surpassing US$10 million in just six months marks a significant step toward BC.GAME’s vision of building a more connected, participation-driven gaming ecosystem.

Adrian Chen, Senior Legal Counsel at BC.GAME, said: “Achieving 10 million BCD in rewards in the first six months of the BC Engine demonstrates the success and rapid growth of our rewards programme and adoption amongst players. We look forward to rewarding even more BCD in the coming months as we continue to scale our ecosystem globally.”

About BC.GAME

BC.GAME is a global online gaming and entertainment platform offering casino, sportsbook and digital asset-based products across international markets where permitted.

Since 2017, BC.GAME has developed a crypto-native entertainment ecosystem focused on product innovation, community participation and global partnerships. Its native token, $BC, powers ecosystem utilities including BC Engine, which provides recurring BCD rewards to eligible participants.

For more information, visit https://bc.game/bc.

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Coca-Cola India Brings Festive Refreshment and Experiences to Navratri Celebrations

VADODARA, India and SURAT, India and AHMEDABAD, India and BHARUCH, India and ANAND, India, Oct. 16, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Navratri is a time when communities come together to celebrate through music, dance and festive traditions, with Garba bringing people together across cities and neighbourhoods. This Navratri, Coca-Cola India is bringing its diverse beverage portfolio closer to consumers across Gujarat through a range of festive experiences spanning pandals, Garba venues, local markets and popular gathering spots.

A key highlight will be Coca-Cola’s presence at prominent festive destinations, including the United Garba Mahotsav, recognised as the world’s largest Garba celebration, and festivities at Lukshmi Vilas Palace (LVP) Heritage Garba.

Adding to the energy of the celebrations, Coca-Cola India will partner with RangMorla by Aditya Gadhvi, one of Ahmedabad’s most popular Garba pandals, as its beverage partner. Known for his Coke Studio chartbuster Khalasi, Aditya Gadhvi brings a distinctive musical connect to the festive season. The pandal will feature beverage stalls, a Maaza mixology station and a dedicated Maaza selfie zone, bringing together music, refreshment and memorable festive moments.

Coca-Cola will bring its Coke On Wheels experience to popular festive destinations, making chilled beverages more accessible to consumers as the celebrations gather pace. Dedicated selfie points will give friends and families an opportunity to capture their festive looks and memorable moments, adding another way to be part of the Navratri experience.

Maaza will welcome consumers to the festivities with a dedicated presence that serves as a warm and inviting point at key celebration spaces. Building on this spirit of hospitality, the brand will also introduce its Mixology Act, featuring mocktail creations made with Maaza for consumers to sample and enjoy. The experience will add a refreshing twist to the festivities, offering visitors a chance to pause and savour something new between celebrations.

Sprite will bring its Sprite X Spicy experience to Navratri, celebrating the love for bold flavours that often accompanies festive food outings. Through engaging on-ground activations, the brand will add to the excitement around local food destinations, bringing together spicy favourites and refreshing moments as consumers make their way through the celebrations.

Thums Up will bring its Thums Up X Snacking initiative to eating and drinking outlets, building on the association between bold flavours, favourite snacks and refreshing beverages. The brand will also engage consumers through on-ground activities featuring interactive games and opportunities to win rewards, adding another layer of excitement to the festive experience.

Minute Maid Pulpy Orange will engage consumers through dedicated on-ground activations during the festive period, bringing its refreshing fruit beverage closer to people at popular gathering spots. The initiative will offer consumers an opportunity to enjoy a refreshing pause amid the celebrations.

Kinley will provide convenient hydration options through stalls at key festive locations, helping consumers stay refreshed as they participate in the celebrations and enjoy the festivities through the evening.

Commenting on the initiative, Sundeep Bajoria, Vice President, Integrated Operations, Coca-Cola India & Southwest Asia said, “The festive season brings families and communities together through traditions celebrated across generations. These moments of celebration serve as important touchpoints for us to connect with consumers, ensuring they stay hydrated and refreshed as they enjoy the festivities. At Coca-Cola India, our focus is on deepening these connections by combining our diverse beverage portfolio with local insights and the reach of our strong distribution, retail and bottling ecosystem.”

Through its Navratri initiatives, Coca-Cola India aims to be part of the many moments that bring the festival to life, from the energy of Garba nights and the excitement of festive gatherings to the simple joy of sharing a refreshing drink with friends and family. By bringing its beverages and experiences closer to consumers, the company looks to add to the colour, connection and celebratory spirit of the season.

About Coca-Cola:

Coca-Cola in India is one of the country’s leading beverage companies, offering a range of high-quality and refreshing beverage options to consumers. The company, in line with its vision of ‘Beverages For Life’, offers a wide portfolio of products which includes hydration, sports, sparkling, coffee, tea, nutrition, juice and dairy-based products. In India, its beverage range includes Coca-Cola, Coca-Cola Zero Sugar, Diet Coke, Thums Up, Thums Up XForce, Charged, Fanta, Limca, Sprite, Sprite Zero, Kinley Soda, Rimzim, Maaza, Minute Maid range of juices and Honest Tea. The company also offers hydration beverages including Limca GlucoCharge, Smartwater, Kinley, Kinley Copper, Dasani and Bonaqua packaged drinking water. Premium products constitute Schweppes’ range and Smartwater. In addition, it offers a Costa Coffee range of tea and coffee. The company is constantly transforming its portfolio, from reducing sugar in its drinks to bringing innovative new products to market.

The company, along with its owned bottling operations and franchise bottling partners, has a strong network of over six million retail outlets through which it refreshes millions of consumers across the country. It seeks to positively impact people’s lives, communities and the planet through water and packaging initiatives, sustainable agriculture and emission reductions across its value chain.

Globally, together with its bottling partners, The Coca-Cola Company employs more than 700,000 people, helping to bring economic opportunity to local communities worldwide. Learn more at www.cocacolacompany.com and follow us on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn.

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