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MiTAC Computing Showcases Full-Stack Innovation to Scale Open AI Infrastructure at OCP Global Summit 2026

SAN JOSE, Calif., Oct. 12, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — MiTAC Computing Technology Corporation, a subsidiary of MiTAC Holdings Corporation (TWSE: 3706) and a global leader in high-performance server solutions, today unveiled its latest AI infrastructure innovations at the 2026 OCP Global Summit, Booth D22, under the theme “Scaling Open AI Infra with Full-Stack Innovation.”

Large-scale AI clusters and AI factories demand more than compute performance alone. MiTAC Computing takes a full-stack approach, transforming fragmented infrastructure into a cohesive, scalable foundation designed for deployment, management, and expansion.

From Scalable AI Factories to Modular Data Centers: Flexible Infrastructure for Every Scale

As AI workloads expand from training, inference, and RAG to Agentic AI, infrastructure needs vary by scale and deployment environment. MiTAC Computing’s AI Infrastructure Stack spans compute, storage, and liquid-cooled servers through open platform firmware, operating systems, AI software ecosystems, and AI Pod management, providing a consistent, scalable foundation for diverse workloads.

For large-scale, centralized AI environments, MiTAC Computing delivers its Scalable AI Factory, combining full-stack capabilities with rack-scale integration to support high-density computing and continued expansion. For distributed sites or rapid buildouts, MiTAC offers modular data center solutions. The TonoForge™Modular Data Center, developed with Tonomia, incorporates MiTAC G4826Z5 liquid-cooled AI servers and rack-scale integration. Its proven 12-week deployment demonstrates how the modular approach can accelerate the deployment of high-performance GPU AI clusters.

From centralized AI factories to distributed modular data centers, MiTAC gives enterprises the flexibility to build AI infrastructure around their compute requirements, site conditions, and deployment needs.

Breaking Thermal Barriers with Advanced Liquid Cooling

Higher compute density and rack-scale AI factories are making advanced cooling critical to unlocking greater compute performance. MiTAC Computing is showcasing multiple advanced liquid cooling solutions, including a PoC with ZutaCore that integrates the MiTAC G4826Z5 with ZutaCore^® HyperCool^® Waterless Two-Phase Liquid Cooling technology. Using a dielectric fluid that changes phase from liquid to vapor directly at the chip, the technology removes heat generated by CPUs and GPUs at the source.

The technology demonstrates the potential to support more than 4,000W per chip and average heat flux exceeding 250W/cm². Under defined operating conditions, an annualized model indicates a pPUE as low as 1.03, highlighting the value of two-phase cooling for increasingly power-dense AI infrastructure.

On October 14, MiTAC Computing will present an Expo Hall Session exploring the evolution of high-density AI systems toward next-generation rack-scale platforms and how advanced liquid cooling can overcome thermal constraints to unlock greater compute performance.

Extending Openness Across the AI Stack

Alongside advances in hardware performance, MiTAC Computing continues to develop its Open Source Firmware Solution. The G4826Z5 demonstrates full-stack integration from bare metal to AI applications. At the platform level, MiTAC’s internally developed MiOPF™ supports fast system initialization, while MiOBMC™ provides real-time hardware monitoring and telemetry, giving customers greater firmware control and customization flexibility while reducing dependence on a single vendor.

Across the software ecosystem, the G4826Z5 runs Canonical-certified Ubuntu 26.04 OS and integrates Kubernetes and the DDN Data Intelligence Platform. It also incorporates AMD ROCm™ open software stack to unlock the compute performance of AMD Instinct™ MI355X GPUs. MiTAC Computing is working with Rafay on GPU cluster management to support flexible GPU-as-a-Service (GPUaaS) resource pools, enabling on-demand compute allocation based on AI workload requirements while simplifying deployment and management.

In an Executive Session later today, MiTAC Computing will explore open infrastructure management through technologies such as Open Platform Firmware (OPF), OpenBMC, and Redfish. The discussion will examine how open standards and OCP community collaboration can improve infrastructure interoperability, and how MiCoreView™, MiTAC’s infrastructure management software built on open-source technologies, can further extend management capabilities from the platform level to rack and cluster scale. MiTAC will also share practical insights into deployment, telemetry, data center rack and cluster management, and system orchestration.

New Platforms Target OCP Computing and AI Inference

MiTAC Computing is making the global debut of the C2611Z6 and showcasing the latest G4520G6E3BC-N configuration, expanding its portfolio for high-density OCP computing and enterprise AI inference.

• C2611Z6: A liquid-cooled multi-node server designed for OCP ORv3 racks and powered by the latest AMD EPYC™ 9006 Series Server processors. It integrates four compute nodes in a compact 2OU form factor, with each node supporting 16 DDR5-8000 RDIMM slots and OCP 3.0 expansion for high-density, liquid-cooled infrastructure.
• G4520G6 (G4520G6E3BC-N): A 4U2S GPU server built for enterprise AI inference. Powered by Intel^® Xeon^® 6 processors, the system supports up to eight NVIDIA RTX PRO 4500 / NVIDIA 6000 Blackwell Server Edition GPUs or NVIDIA H200 GPUs. The configuration also features 12 NVMe E3.S drive bays, combining high-density GPU compute and high-speed storage in a single 4U platform for data-intensive inference workloads.

MiTAC Computing invites OCP Global Summit attendees to visit Booth D22 and experience how full-stack innovation is helping scale open AI infrastructure.

Learn more: 

• AMD Platform Brochure
• Intel Platform Brochure
• NVIDIA Platform Brochure

About MiTAC Computing Technology Corporation

MiTAC Computing Technology Corp., a subsidiary of MiTAC Holdings, delivers comprehensive, energy-efficient server solutions backed by industry expertise dating back to the 1990s. Specializing in AI, HPC, cloud, and edge computing, MiTAC Computing employs rigorous methodologies to ensure uncompromising quality—across barebones, systems, racks, and cluster levels—fully achieving performance and integration. This commitment to quality at every level sets MiTAC Computing apart in the industry.

With a worldwide presence and end-to-end capabilities—from R&D and manufacturing to global support—MiTAC Computing provides agile, customized platforms for hyperscale data centers, HPC, and AI applications, ensuring optimal performance and scalability to meet unique business needs. By leveraging the latest advancements in AI and liquid cooling, and unifying the MiTAC brand with Intel DSG and TYAN server products, MiTAC Computing stands out for its innovative, efficient, and reliable server technology as well as its hardware and software integrated solutions—empowering businesses to meet future challenges.

MiTAC Computing Technology Corporation website: https://www.mitaccomputing.com/

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Saksoft Appoints Gurmeet Chahal as Chief Executive Officer to Lead Its Next Phase of Global Scale and AI-Led Transformation

First non-promoter CEO takes the helm as Saksoft crosses ₹1,000 Cr revenue milestone; Founder Aditya Krishna continues as Chairman of the Board.

JERSEY CITY, N.J. and CHENNAI, India and LONDON, Oct. 12, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Saksoft Limited (NSE: SAKSOFT)  (BSE: 590051), an AI-first digital engineering and transformation partner, today announced the appointment of Gurmeet Chahal as Chief Executive Officer (CEO), effective October 12, 2026.

Gurmeet is the first non-promoter CEO in Saksoft’s 25-year history. His appointment follows a benchmark fiscal performance in which Saksoft crossed ₹1,000 crore in revenue with an 18.6% EBITDA margin—priming the company for its next phase of rapid global expansion. Founder Aditya Krishna will continue to steer the company’s strategic horizon as Chairman of the Board of Directors.

Proven Track Record in Global Scale and Enterprise AI

Gurmeet brings over 25 years of global executive leadership building and scaling enterprise technology businesses across North America, Europe, and APAC. Most recently, as founding CEO and Executive Director of Digitide Solutions Limited, he orchestrated its demerger from Quess Corp and its June 2025 public listing on the NSE and BSE as an independent company, while embedding AI-first accelerators and hyperscaler alliances.

Previously, Gurmeet served as Senior Vice President and Global Leader of Digital Transformation Services at Genpact, and incubated and scaled high-growth digital business units at HCLTech and DXC Technology, partnering extensively with global leaders across Financial Services, Healthcare & Life Sciences, Logistics, Telecom and Hi-Tech.

At Saksoft, Gurmeet will drive an aggressive growth agenda—accelerating organic market expansion alongside strategic, capability-led acquisitions to deepen industry niches and scale client impact across the Americas and Europe.

Leadership Perspectives

Aditya Krishna, Founder and Chairman, Saksoft Limited:

“Saksoft was built on trust—the trust of our clients and the dedication of our people. Scaling that trust globally in an AI-driven era requires a proven growth architect. Gurmeet has built large-scale digital businesses at tier-one institutions, led a tech enterprise through a public listing, and fundamentally shares our values. I am thrilled to welcome him to lead Saksoft’s next chapter.”

Gurmeet Chahal, incoming Chief Executive Officer, Saksoft Limited:

“Many leaders build companies; Aditya has built an enduring institution anchored in deep domain mastery, unshakeable values, and extraordinary talent. I am grateful to Aditya and the Board for their trust, and to all Sakians who brought us to this ₹1,000 crore milestone.

AI is fundamentally rewriting enterprise technology. With our ‘inch wide, mile deep’ domain focus, Saksoft is uniquely primed to lead this shift. My mandate is simple: accelerate growth, pursue high-impact acquisitions, and win bigger globally, while fiercely protecting the culture that makes Saksoft special.”

Core Strategic Priorities

1. AI-First Engineering: Embedding generative and agentic AI across all client solutions and delivery pipelines to shift from linear staffing to high-margin, outcome-driven platforms.
2. Deepening Core Verticals and Customer Relationships: Expanding wallet share across marquee enterprise accounts in Banking & Financial Services, Logistics, Utilities, Retail/Commerce, and Hi-Tech.
3. Global Scale & Programmatic M&A: Expanding market share across North America and Europe—which account for ~79% of revenue—backed by targeted acquisitions to secure high-value IP, niche domain depth, and geographic reach.

About Saksoft Limited

Founded in 1999 and headquartered in Chennai, Saksoft Limited (NSE: SAKSOFT, BSE: 590051) is an AI-first digital engineering partner helping global enterprises innovate, modernize, and automate. Saksoft delivers advanced capabilities across Generative & Agentic AI, Cloud & Data Engineering, Legacy Modernization, and Quality Engineering to leaders across the Americas, Europe, and Asia Pacific.

Website: www.saksoft.com

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Tribesigns Joins TikTok’s SOHO CHIC Lifestyle Campaign to Spotlight Fall 2026 Home Trends

NEW YORK, Oct. 12, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Tribesigns, a global furniture designer and manufacturer, announced its participation in TikTok’s SOHO CHIC Lifestyle campaign, a Fall 2026 home-living initiative that explores how urban character, layered textures and personal expression are reshaping the modern home.

Appearing alongside established home and family-lifestyle brands including Bedsure and Momcozy, Tribesigns brings a furniture-led perspective to the campaign. Inspired by New York’s SoHo district, the creative direction draws on red-brick streetscapes, cast-iron architecture, fire escapes, gallery culture and clean city lines to create an aesthetic that feels polished, collected and lived-in.

Through celebrity home-tour content the campaign translates the SOHO CHIC look from a trend concept into real living spaces, reflecting a broader shift: consumers increasingly see the home not only as a functional setting, but as an expression of identity, taste and everyday rhythm. In that context, furniture becomes part of the story people tell about how they live.

The Tribesigns JW0908 console table is featured in the campaign’s celebrity home, marking the brand’s first product integration in a home-tour format. Compact and clean-lined, it works as a sofa-side table, entryway piece or accent surface without feeling over-styled. Watch Tribesigns’ SOHO CHIC Lifestyle campaign highlights on TikTok.

“A home is more than a place to live; it is an extension of how people choose to live,” said Peter Wang, CEO of Tribesigns. “Working with TikTok on SOHO CHIC Lifestyle gives us a fresh way to connect design inspiration with real homes and real routines. From architectural city lines to gallery-inspired details, the campaign reflects our belief that furniture should help everyone create a space that feels distinctly their own. That is the spirit of our Designed For Life philosophy.”

The campaign also expands Tribesigns’ approach to social-first brand building. By connecting product design, lifestyle storytelling and creator-led discovery, the brand aims to make home inspiration more immediate, relatable and shoppable for U.S. consumers.

Tribesigns offers furniture and home products across living rooms, bedrooms, entryways, dining spaces and home offices. Guided by its Designed For Life philosophy, the brand develops distinctive, accessible pieces that fit naturally into everyday routines while helping consumers express their individual style.

About Tribesigns

Tribesigns is a leading global furniture designer and manufacturer. For more information about Tribesigns, please visit Tribesigns.com and the campaign page,  or follow the brand on TikTok, Facebook and Instagram.

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AITO Announces 2027 European Market Entry at Paris Motor Show

PARIS, Oct. 12, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — AITO, the luxury intelligent electric vehicle brand from SERES Group, today showcased the AITO 9, AITO 8, AITO 7 and AITO 6 at the 2026 Paris Motor Show. Under the theme “Intelligence Redefining Luxury”, AITO demonstrated how its brand philosophy is brought to life through its products and customer experience. The brand also announced that it will launch in the European market in the autumn of 2027, highlighting its plans for market entry and development across Europe, as it takes another major step in its global development.

Preparing for Europe Through Compliance and Localisation

Ahead of its European launch, AITO is laying the groundwork for market integration, with regulatory compliance and localisation at the heart of its preparations. At the product development level, the brand is building on EU Whole Vehicle Type Approval (WVTA) as its foundation, with the goal of achieving a five-star Euro NCAP rating under the 2026 standards, making safety an integral part of every stage. From meeting European regulatory requirements to pursuing higher standards of safety and quality, AITO aims to establish a strong foundation for its entry into the European market through rigorous safety standards. For AITO, safety is the greatest luxury. The brand is committed to providing customers with greater confidence and peace of mind throughout every journey. 

Alongside regulatory requirements, AITO is undertaking comprehensive localisation tailored to European road conditions, driving preferences and local lifestyles. AITO is also working with partners to adapt its intelligent driver assistance and parking assistance for local road conditions and driving scenarios, while developing a localised service network covering intelligent diagnosis, mobility services, local spare-parts supply and dedicated customer service teams. Together, these efforts are designed to provide European customers with an efficient, reliable and seamless ownership experience.

The Foundations Behind AITO’s Journey

AITO’s global development is supported by an integrated foundation of technology and intelligent manufacturing. The core vehicle technology platform behind AITO’s products is the SERES MF Platform, which integrates key capabilities across powertrains, chassis, intelligent central hub, cabin-ADAS integration and intelligent services. Complementing the SERES MF Platform, SERES Super Factory, powered by “Industrial Brain”, brings ecosystem partners across the value chain together, enabling seamless data connectivity and collaboration across information, logistics and technology flows. These capabilities enable product refinement, consistent quality and an enhanced customer experience as AITO expands into new markets.

Recognitions from the market and the industry further consolidate the foundation for the brand’s global development. In its home market, AITO has established a strong reputation for safety, quality and customer satisfaction, earning the trust of over 1.2 million drivers. To date, AITO vehicles have accumulated 40 billion kilometres of driving, including more than 10.6 billion kilometres with intelligent driver assistance. Globally, in the Brand Finance’s Automobiles 100 2026 ranking, AITO is the world’s No.1 Chinese luxury automotive brand by brand value, making it to the top 10 luxury automotive brands list as the only Chinese automotive brand. From customer satisfaction to global recognition, these milestones demonstrate AITO’s track record in the luxury electric vehicle market.

Bringing New Luxury Beyond Borders

Built on the philosophy of “Intelligence Redefining Luxury”, AITO is bringing its approach to intelligent, user-focused automotive experiences to markets around the world. “For AITO, New Luxury is where traditional luxury meets technological luxury,” said Clifford Kang, Board Member and Vice President of SERES Group. “We pair exceptional performance, refined comfort and craftsmanship with cutting-edge intelligence across both our vehicles and services to create a more elevated luxury experience. It is about putting technology to work for people. As we expand globally, we look forward to bringing this philosophy to customers worldwide.”

About AITO

Founded in December 2021, AITO is a high-end intelligent electric vehicle brand under SERES Group. Its name stands for “Adding Intelligence to Auto” and embodies the concept of “Intelligence Redefining Luxury”. By combining “Traditional Luxury” and “Technological Luxury”, AITO creates a “New Luxury” experience in the new energy vehicle (NEV) industry.

With outstanding intelligent features and refined luxury quality, it has become the top-selling Chinese luxury car brand in China in 2025. The AITOlineup surpassed one million cumulative deliveries in just 46 months, setting a new delivery speed record for Chinese luxury new energy vehicle brands.

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oneworld Unlocks Enhanced Multi-carrier Digital Check-in Experience Across its Global Network

LISBON, Portugal, Oct. 12, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — oneworld ® is taking the next step toward simplifying the online travel experience across its global network for customers travelling on multi-carrier journeys. Now available on all carriers across the alliance, the technology offers a simplified check-in process in which customers can scan their passport, receive boarding passes, and save their boarding pass directly to their digital wallet. This enhancement will apply to flights operated by oneworld carriers in their itinerary, irrespective of the first operating carrier.

The new check-in enhancement is powered by oneworld’s proprietary technology, which enables different members’ systems to communicate via a shared digital platform.

“Customers expect a consistent, easy-to-use experience with their preferred airline’s check-in tools and they should expect the same when flying on their alliance partners,” said OleOrver, CEO of the oneworld Alliance. “Our members are committed to providing a simplified experience that puts the management of customer journeys at their fingertips and oneworld is prioritising providing this layered technology across every member airline.”

Future phases of the streamlined check-in process will include the ability to check-in on codeshare itineraries and dynamic, up-to-the-minute, boarding passes.

“oneworld’s digital technology is transforming the way customers navigate multi-carrier journeys by giving them the tools they need to manage flights through a powerful data-driven foundation,” said Guido van Til, speaking from the second oneworld Innovation Summit in Lisbon. “As the first alliance to offer digital check-in across all member airline pairings, this milestone underscores oneworld’s commitment to delivering a premium and more intuitive travel experience for global customers who can use their favourite airline app and arrive at the airport ready to fly.”

Below is an example of an American Airlines customer flying from Kuala Lumpur to Dallas-Fort Worth via Tokyo, first on Malaysia Airlines, connecting to American Airlines:

• The customer completes a single check-in via the American Airlines app, including scanning their passport
• Operating airline-branded boarding passes, which in this case are Malaysia Airlines and American Airlines, are issued for each flight and can be saved to their digital wallet
• The customer can go straight to bag-drop or security, without needing to see a check-in agent at the airport

“Malaysia Airlines is proud to be the first airline to adopt this technology, reinforcing its commitment to make travel simpler and more seamless,” said Bryan Foong, chief executive officer of Airline Business from Malaysia Aviation Group. “For customers travelling internationally, this enhanced digital check-in capability brings greater convenience and continuity when connecting with oneworld partner airlines, enabling them to manage more of their journey through their preferred digital channel.”

“As a founding member of oneworld, American is proud to work alongside our alliance partners to deliver a simpler and more intuitive travel experience,” said AnmolBhargava, senior vice president – Global Alliances at American Airlines. “By continuing to listen to customers and collaborate closely with our oneworld partners, we will continue advancing solutions that remove friction from travel. This is another step forward in our shared commitment to creating a more convenient travel experience across the oneworld network.”

About oneworld:

oneworld brings together 15 world-class airlines – Alaska Airlines/Hawaiian Airlines, American Airlines, British Airways, Cathay Pacific, Fiji Airways, Finnair, Iberia, Japan Airlines, Malaysia Airlines, Oman Air, Qantas, Qatar Airways, Royal Air Maroc, Royal Jordanian and SriLankan Airlines to nearly 1,000 destinations. oneworld member airlines work together to consistently deliver a superior, consistent travel experience, with special rewards and privileges for its frequent flyers, including earning and redeeming miles and points across the entire alliance network, access to airport lounges, priority check in and boarding and extra baggage allowances and more. Learn more about the oneworld Alliance at oneworld.com. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, X and LinkedIn. 

press@oneworld.com 

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IT’S BACK. THAT’S BIG. The All-Electric smart #2 Makes Its World Premiere at the Paris Motor Show

HANGZHOU, China, Oct. 12, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — smart today celebrated the World Premiere of the all-new smart #2 at the Paris Motor Show, marking the return of its iconic two-seater for a new electric era.

Thirty years ago, the smart vehicle was presented as an art object beneath the Louvre Pyramid. Today, smart returns to Paris with the fully realised production smart #2.

Mr. Tong Xiangbei, Global CEO of smart, said: “The smart #2 is more than the return of a familiar silhouette; it is a demonstration of what our teams can achieve in the most demanding urban segment. Its World Premiere in Paris, followed by launches in Europe and China, opens an important new chapter for our global product family.”

Mr. Kang Yi, Global CMO of smart, said: “The smart #2 expresses our core D.N.A. in a very pure way: Designed with Love, No Compromise on Safety, and Amazing Drives. It is small in footprint, but big in personality.”

An Icon for a New Generation

Styled by the Mercedes-Benz Global Design Team, the smart #2 translates the character of smart’s iconic two-seater into a contemporary new form, guided by its design philosophy of Love, Pure, Unexpected.

Clean proportions, short overhangs and its signature wheels-at-the-corners stance preserve the pure smart silhouette and maximise space. Unexpected details, including logo-inspired lighting and a contemporary interpretation of the iconic floating roof, reinterpret familiar smart cues.

Inside, bench-style seating and S-shaped cockpit make efficient use of the compact cabin, while carefully considered colours, materials and distinctive details bring warmth and individuality.

The Split Tailgate features an upper glass that opens independently in tight spaces, and a lower section that folds down as a loading platform or a 120-kg capacity seat.

smart #2 Couture Edition: Function becomes Fashion

As a surprise highlight, smart also unveiled the exclusive smart #2 Couture Edition, carrying the established “Function becomes Fashion” theme from concept to production.

Limited to 999 units in Europe and 999 units in China, the Couture Edition combines an Atelier White Matte exterior finish with a contrasting Platinum Gold roof, distinctive gold detailing and exclusive 16-inch Lyra rims. A numbered interior badge further underlines its limited-edition character.

Purpose-Built for Urban Mobility

Underpinning the smart #2 is the newly developed Electric Compact Architecture (ECA) platform, engineered specifically for smart’s ultra-compact all-electric two-seater.

Measuring 2,746 mm in length, the smart #2 maximises usable space within its ultra-compact footprint. The ECA platform brings together intelligent packaging, a floor-mounted high-voltage battery, rear-wheel drive and advanced chassis technology.

Power comes from a rear-mounted 60 kW electric motor delivering 130 Nm of torque to the rear wheels.

For Europe, the smart #2 features a 35.8 kWh LFP battery, with a target combined WLTP range of 290 km. Supporting 65 kW DC fast charging, the smart #2 can charge from 10% to 80% state of charge within 20 minutes, while AC charging at up to 11 kW supports convenient everyday charging.

A curb-to-curb turning circle of just 6.95 metres makes navigating tight city streets and narrow parking spaces effortless.

The smart #2 features a five-link rear suspension, a first in its class, supporting confident and composed driving both in cities and on highways.

Central to the smart #2, the Tridion Cell Evo creates a robust protective structure around the passenger cabin without compromising the vehicle’s compact dimensions. The vehicle also comes equipped with driver-assistance technologies including smart Pilot Assist and Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Stop & Go and Highway Assist.

The smart #2 Begins Its Global Market Rollout

Following its World Premiere in Paris, early ordering for the smart #2 will begin in Europe and China, bringing smart’s iconic two-seater to two of the brand’s key markets.

For Europe, the smart #2 will initially be offered in three core trim lines — Pure, Pure+ and Premium — alongside the limited Couture Edition.

For China, the smart #2 will be unveiled in Premium and Couture Edition variants.

Market-specific line-ups, pricing, specifications, equipment and availability will be communicated locally.

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HR Path accelerates its Artificial Intelligence strategy with the acquisition of SnapAI

PARIS, Oct. 12, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — HR Path, a global leader in HR consulting and HRIS solutions, announces the acquisition of SnapAI, a start-up specialising in Artificial Intelligence and regulatory compliance. This acquisition strengthens HR Path’s expertise in a strategic field for the future of Human Resources and accelerates the development of its AI-based offerings and solutions.

Operating in 34 countries with nearly 2,900 employees, HR Path supports companies in transforming their HR function through its three service lines: Advise, Implement and Outsource. Since its creation in 2001, the Group has placed technological innovation at the heart of its development and supports clients in evolving their organisations, processes and HR technologies.

AI: a major opportunity to transform Human Resources

HR Path sees Artificial Intelligence as a major opportunity to transform professions, enhance the employee experience and create new sources of value for companies.

This vision is based on a strong ethos: AI should reduce repetitive tasks, augment teams’ capabilities and free up more time for high-value activities. It also gives employees the opportunity to develop new skills and focus on more rewarding assignments.

To accelerate this momentum, HR Path has created a Task Force dedicated to Artificial Intelligence, bringing together expertise from across the Group to explore AI use cases and opportunities.

HR Path has also recently launched a dedicated AI offering to support clients in their transformation. It includes assessing AI maturity and HR data, identifying and prioritising use cases, transforming HR processes, driving adoption and skills development, and defining roadmaps to generate and measure the value created.

HR Path’s ambition is to make AI a common theme across its entire portfolio: in Advise, to support organisations in defining their AI strategy and transformation; in Implement, to activate and integrate new AI capabilities within HR solutions; and in Outsource, to automate selected activities and continuously improve HR operations.

SnapAI: a new milestone in HR Path’s AI ambition

The acquisition of SnapAI is fully aligned with this strategy. It enables HR Path to strengthen its expertise and accelerate its ability to turn rapid advances in Artificial Intelligence into practical solutions that create value for its clients. AI applications in recruitment, assessment and employee management are among the systems classified as high-risk under the European AI Act. SnapAI’s expertise in governance and compliance enables HR Path to support clients in deploying AI in a way that is both ambitious and controlled.

Contact:

Fabienne LATOUR

Fabienne.latour@hr-path.com

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SPJIMR #2 in India and #15 globally in Financial Times’ teaching cases rankings

Recognition highlights the role of teaching cases in translating management scholarship into practice; SPJIMR advances the conversation on research impact through TASIC 2027

MUMBAI, India, Oct. 12, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — How can business schools demonstrate that research matters beyond academia? In his recent article, ‘Business school research with impact, ranked’, Andrew Jack, Financial Times (FT) Global Education Editor, examines the challenge of assessing how academic work influences business practice and public policy. Among the approaches explored is the reach of teaching cases, which bring research and real-world business dilemmas into the classroom, shaping how future leaders think and make decisions.

The question is also explored by SPJIMR through a paper by Prof. Varun Nagaraj, Dean, SPJIMR, ‘Making Management Research Matter: A Dean’s Reflection on Translation, Diffusion, Crossover, and ROI‘. It examines how management scholarship can move beyond publication to inform practice and create meaningful impact.

In this context, Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan’s S.P. Jain Institute of Management and Research (SPJIMR) has ranked second in India and 15th globally in the FT 2026 rankings of the world’s most popular teaching cases. SPJIMR features alongside leading global institutions, including Harvard Business School, Western University’s Ivey Business School, the University of Virginia’s Darden School of Business, INSEAD and Northwestern University’s Kellogg School of Management, among others. 

Commenting on the recognition, Prof. Varun Nagaraj, Dean, SPJIMR, said, “The question for management education is not simply how much research we produce, but whether it addresses problems that matter and influences practice. The global reach of our teaching cases, many rooted in Indian contexts, reflects how scholarship can shape how people think and make decisions. Through TASIC 2027, we hope to advance the wider conversation on research impact. The multi-track conference includes a unique session on teaching cases, recognising those with the potential to challenge assumptions and change how students think. This is part of a broader effort to explore how engaged management scholarship can inform industry, influence practice and address consequential real-world challenges.”

The FT’s second annual assessment recognises a form of academic contribution that extends beyond conventional research publication citation metrics: the development of learning materials used by educators and students in business school classrooms worldwide. The analysis draws on data provided by five leading teaching case publishers and distributors: CEIBS, Harvard Business Impact, IESE Publishing, Ivey Publishing and The Case Centre, which publish their own cases or distribute those of others. It also considers authorship by faculty at schools featured in recent FT rankings.

While no single measure can fully capture the influence of research on business and policy, the reach of teaching cases offers one indication of how academic ideas enter management education and potentially inform decisions beyond the classroom.

The recognition builds on SPJIMR’s sustained focus on connecting scholarly rigour with real-world relevance. This focus on research impact will continue through TASIC 3.0, The Asia-Pacific Scholarly Impact Conference, scheduled for 25–27 February 2027 at SPJIMR, Mumbai. Grounded in the principles of engaged management scholarship and impact pathways, the conference will bring researchers and practitioners together to explore how they can co-create knowledge, translate academic insights into action and address consequential challenges in industry and policy.

Congratulations to SPJIMR faculty on this recognition and their continued contribution to management learning worldwide.

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About SPJIMR

Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan’s S.P. Jain Institute of Management & Research (SPJIMR) is one of India’s leading postgraduate management institutes. It is recognised in the Financial Times Masters in Management 2026 ranking as the #26 business school globally and #2 in India and in the Financial Times Global MBA 2026 ranking as the #74 business school globally for its PGPM programme. SPJIMR is also consistently ranked among India’s top business schools by leading publications, including Business Today, Fortune India, India Today, and MBAUniverse. It has also been recognised by the Positive Impact Rating as one of the world’s top five business schools for societal impact. Known for its innovative and socially conscious approach to management education, research, and community engagement, SPJIMR seeks to influence managerial practice and enable value-based growth for students, alumni, organisations, and society. The institute holds the international Triple Crown of accreditations from EQUIS, AACSB, and AMBA, placing it among a select group of business schools worldwide to hold all three accreditations.

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KuCoin Unveils 5.0, Building Trust into Every Layer of the User Experience

PROVIDENCIALES, Turks & Caicos Islands, Oct. 12, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — KuCoin, a leading global crypto platform built on trust, today unveiled KuCoin 5.0, a comprehensive platform upgrade designed to make trust tangible across the way users trade, manage assets and interact with the platform.

KuCoin 5.0 is the product expression of the global brand initiative “Trust, Built-in.” Introduced under KuCoin’s enduring “Trust First. Trade Next.” proposition, the upgrade spans six areas—Compliance, Technology, Assets, Experience, AI and Wealth Management—bringing them together around a more unified, efficient and user-centered platform experience rather than centering on a single feature.

Among the most visible changes in KuCoin 5.0 are a redesigned experience that creates clearer paths for different types of users; an AI service layer that extends across the platform; and more flexible ways to trade, manage and put assets to work. Underneath these user-facing changes, KuCoin is also strengthening the technology, compliance and asset foundations that support the platform as it continues to evolve.

A Clearer, More Inclusive Experience

KuCoin 5.0 makes everyday use of the platform clearer and more flexible. Profile Center 2.0 introduces a cleaner visual design and a card-based layout that makes information and frequently used functions easier to find. The upgraded sub-account system streamlines account creation, strengthens security controls and improves sub-account management. Enhanced K-line charts offer more practical tools and real-time data, with settings that sync across devices to help users follow the market more efficiently.

KuCoin 5.0 also introduces a color vision accessibility mode, making charts and other visual information easier to distinguish for users with different color vision needs. An estimated 360 million people worldwide experience some degree of difficulty distinguishing colors. By offering a clearer visual experience, KuCoin aims to make the platform more accessible to more users. The Lite and Pro experiences offer paths suited to different levels of familiarity and trading needs.

For users with more advanced trading needs, KuCoin 5.0 introduces the Unified Trading Account (UTA), now available to eligible KuCoin users at VIP1 and above. UTA brings spot, margin and futures trading into a shared framework for funds, margin and risk management. This reduces the need to transfer funds between separate accounts and supports more efficient use of capital across eligible products.

AI That Extends Across the User Journey

KuCoin 5.0 introduces a major upgrade to AI Assistant 5.0, creating a unified AI entry point that brings together conversations, Q&A and task completion across the platform. Spanning market insights, Earn, trading, customer support and campaigns, the assistant uses page context and user actions to better understand what users need, recommend relevant services and help them complete tasks.

Making Assets Work More Efficiently

KuCoin 5.0 connects earning and trading more closely through exclusive wealth management products and benefits for VIP users, Earn access through sub-accounts, and support for selected wealth assets within the Unified Trading Account framework. Main accounts and sub-accounts can participate in Earn while managing funds separately, while KCUSD can be used as margin within the Unified Trading Account, reducing the need to move funds repeatedly between earning and trading activities.

These user-facing changes are supported by continued development across KuCoin’s Compliance, Technology and Assets foundations. Together, the six upgrade areas form a platform designed to remain straightforward where possible and provide greater control where needed.

“Trust should be something users can experience in every interaction—not only in how their assets are protected, but in how clearly, reliably and efficiently the platform works,” said BC Wong, CEO of KuCoin. “KuCoin 5.0 is an important step in translating our long-term commitment to trust into the product itself. By bringing our core capabilities into a more connected, intuitive and intelligent platform, we are giving users greater confidence and control today while building the foundation for the next stage of digital finance.”

KuCoin 5.0 establishes the foundation for the platform’s next phase of development. By connecting trading, asset management and intelligent services through a clearer experience, KuCoin is building a platform designed for how users participate today and how digital finance will continue to evolve.

About KuCoin

Founded in 2017, KuCoin is a leading global crypto platform built on trust and security, serving over 45 million users across 200+ countries and regions. Known for its reliability and user-first approach, the platform builds trust into every layer of the user experience, combining advanced technology, deep liquidity, and strong security safeguards to deliver a seamless trading experience. KuCoin provides access to 1,000+ digital assets through a broad product suite and remains committed to building a compliant and user-centric ecosystem for the future of finance, backed by SOC 2 Type II, ISO/IEC 27001:2022, ISO/IEC 27701:2019, ISO 22301:2019 and ISO/IEC 42001:2023 certifications. In recent years, KuCoin has continued to strengthen its global compliance foundation, marked by key milestones including AUSTRAC registration in Australia, a MiCA license in Europe, and regulatory progress in other markets.

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Bybit Supports Stocks Trading, Giving Eligible Global Users Access to 1,000+ U.S. Stocks and ETFs

DUBAI, UAE, Oct. 12, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Bybit, the New Financial Platform trusted by more than 80 million users worldwide, announced that stocks are now available for trading through Bybit, giving eligible users access to more than 1,000 U.S.-listed stocks and ETFs, including Apple (AAPL), NVIDIA (NVDA), Tesla (TSLA), Micron Technology (MU) and the Invesco QQQ ETF (QQQ).

The development expands Bybit’s multi-asset platform, bringing access to U.S. equities alongside its existing digital asset and traditional market offerings. Eligible users in permitted jurisdictions who have completed the required KYC verification can trade supported U.S. stocks and ETFs using USDC.

“Stocks are an important part of our evolution into The New Financial Platform. Financial markets have long been separated across different products and platforms, but users increasingly expect a more connected experience,” said Ben Zhou, Co-founder and CEO of Bybit. “With stocks now available through Bybit, we are doing more than adding another asset class. We are giving people broader access to financial markets and greater freedom to pursue opportunities.”

Access to the U.S. Stocks and ETFs

Stocks trading enables eligible users to buy and sell supported U.S. stocks and ETFs using USDC, bringing equity exposure into the same environment used for digital assets. Unlike price derivatives or synthetic instruments, Stocks trading gives eligible users an economic interest in the underlying securities they purchase.

Orders are routed through Bybit’s regulated brokerage infrastructure and executed through Alpaca, a U.S. self-clearing broker-dealer and a global leader in agent-first infrastructure. Additionally, the underlying securities are held in custody by Alpaca.

“Bybit’s expansion into U.S. stocks and ETFs is a major step forward in offering its global users a more complete, multi-asset trading experience,” said Yoshi Yokokawa, Co-Founder and CEO of Alpaca. “We’re thrilled to partner with Bybit and help power this next wave of global market access.”

Key features at launch include:

• 1,000+ U.S. stocks and ETFs, including widely traded companies with fractional shares available for eligible securities
• Trade with USDC, allowing eligible users to fund stock purchases directly from their Bybit account
• Direct economic exposure to underlying stocks, rather than derivatives or synthetic price exposure
• Allowing users to manage eligible crypto and equity positions within the Bybit ecosystem
• Corporate-action support, including cash and stock dividends and stock splits
• 24/5 trading, providing access during U.S. pre-market, regular and after-hours sessions, subject to product availability
• Zero commission, with no trading commissions charged on eligible stock purchases and sales

Eligible holders of supported U.S. stocks and ETFs can receive the economic benefits associated with their holdings, including cash and stock dividends, subject to applicable security and corporate-action terms. Cash dividends are converted from USD into USDC and credited to the user’s Unified Trading Account (UTA), while stock dividends are reflected directly in the user’s position.

Stock splits are also reflected in users’ holdings in accordance with the applicable corporate action. Voting rights are planned for launch in a future phase.

Building a Broader Multi-Asset Platform

The addition of stock services adds to the exchange’s growing range of products across traditional and digital markets. Alongside crypto spot and derivatives trading, Bybit offers access to traditional markets through its MT5 platform, tokenized equities and TradFi perpetuals.

“We believe the next chapter of finance is one where the walls between crypto and traditional markets no longer exist. Bybit is built to operate in both worlds and proves that tokenizing real-world assets at scale is not a future ambition. It is something we are delivering today,” added Ben.

Disclaimer

Bybit Stocks: Bybit Stocks service is provided by Infra Capital Limited (introducing broker), regulated by the Financial Services Commission, Mauritius (GB23202169). US securities clearing,settlement and custody services are provided by Alpaca Securities LLC((dba “Alpaca Clearing”),a FINRA/SIPC member. Some corporate actions may be restricted at this time. Access and ownership subject to the Bybit Stocks Terms & Conditions. Capital at risk – you may get back less than you invested. Please read the Risk Disclosures before investing.

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About Bybit

Bybit is The New Financial Platform.

We believe every person should have access to every financial opportunity on earth. That’s why we’re building the first intelligent platform that connects anyone, anywhere to the world’s finance.

Trusted by more than 80 million users worldwide, Bybit brings together investing, trading, payments, and wealth-building in a single secure and intelligent ecosystem. Through the combination of AI-powered technology, deep global liquidity, robust security, and transparent operations, Bybit makes global finance more accessible, efficient, and empowering for everyone.

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