Author: Sai Krishna

CCTV+: 2026 “Liangzhu: A Dialogue across World Civilizations” Cultural Exchange Event Arrives in Russia

BEIJING, Sept. 10, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — On September 7, 2026 (local time), the 2026 “Liangzhu: A Dialogue across World Civilizations” Cultural Exchange Event was held at Lomonosov Moscow State University, attracting hundreds of representatives from cultural, educational, and media circles in China and Russia.

The event was jointly hosted by the Information Office of Zhejiang Provincial People’s Government, the Foreign Affairs Office of Zhejiang Provincial People’s Government, Zhejiang Media Group, Hangzhou Liangzhu Archaeological Site Administrative District Management Committee, and the Higher School of Television, Lomonosov Moscow State University. It was co-organized by the Overseas Center of Zhejiang Media Group, Zhejiang University Press, and the “Media Plus” Online Chinese Classroom in Russia, with support from Lomonosov Moscow State University, Zhejiang University, Liangzhu Museum, and the Embassy of the People’s Republic of China in the Russian Federation.

At the opening ceremony, Zhejiang University presented A Comprehensive Collection of Ancient Chinese Paintings to Lomonosov Moscow State University. Zhejiang Media Group signed a memorandum of cooperation with the Higher School of Television, Lomonosov Moscow State University. The trailer of the China-Russia co-produced documentary Liangzhu: Exploring the Origins of World Civilizations was released, and Russian students received “Liangzhu Promoter” certificates. The Russia program of the Liangzhu Culture Youth Communication Plan and “Hello, Liangzhu” Russia-themed special exhibition were launched, allowing Russian students to experience Liangzhu culture up close. A civilization dialogue salon was also held during the event.

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IBM, Lockheed Martin Announce Swiss Quantum Innovation Hub at ETH Zurich, Anchored by Switzerland’s First IBM Quantum Computer

In an extension of ongoing collaboration, IBM and Lockheed Martin plan to initiate research projects with select Swiss academic institutions.

The Swiss National Supercomputing Centre at ETH Zurich will host an IBM Quantum System Two, expanding access across Swiss institutions to fuel the country’s quantum ecosystem, research and workforce education.

ZURICH, Sept. 10, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — IBM (NYSE: IBM) and Lockheed Martin (NYSE: LMT), through an offset agreement with armasuisse, Switzerland’s Federal Office for Defence Procurement, today established a hub for quantum innovation at ETH Zurich, a prominent public research university. The new hub plans to host the country’s first IBM Quantum System Two at the Swiss National Supercomputing Center (CSCS) in Lugano.

IBM will operate the IBM Quantum System Two, which will be powered by an IBM Quantum Nighthawk, the company’s most advanced processor. ETH Zurich will provide expertise, resources and technologies for Swiss industries, startups and academia, including access to the quantum computer. Its delivery is expected to catalyze the development of new algorithms, technical breakthroughs, and industrial use cases, as well as anchor initiatives to foster Switzerland’s workforce and talent. The project also advances the ongoing strategic collaboration between Lockheed Martin and IBM, combining Lockheed Martin innovations in quantum sensing and additive manufacturing with IBM’s expertise in quantum computing and AI.

“Switzerland is deservedly recognized as a hub for global innovation, and Lockheed Martin is proud of its long history of technical collaboration within the country,” said Dr. Craig Martell, Lockheed Martin vice president and chief technology officer. “This project extends the strategic relationship between Lockheed Martin and IBM in quantum and AI while positioning Switzerland as a leader in these critical, cutting-edge fields. It provides resources and expertise, develops skills and enables joint research across the Swiss commercial, defense and academic ecosystem.”

“IBM has collaborated with institutions in Switzerland for almost 100 years. Our research team at our Zurich lab has led fundamental technology breakthroughs for the world and has been part of the country’s science ecosystem for decades,” said Alessandro Curioni, vice president, Algorithms and Applications, IBM Research and director of the Zurich Research Laboratory. “As we continue to foster innovation with the Swiss community, we are excited to have the opportunity to put world-class quantum hardware, software and expertise directly into the hands of Switzerland’s thriving academic institutions and industries.”

“Switzerland will gain access to essential research infrastructure that will enable us to further advance the exploration of this emerging technology and educate the talent needed to support it,” said ETH Zurich President Joël Mesot, emphasizing the opportunities the new quantum computer will bring to Switzerland.

Delivering quantum to the Swiss ecosystem

Organizations that join the innovation hub through ETH Zurich will have immediate access to these resources and IBM’s fleet of quantum computers available over the cloud. Additionally, upon the system’s deployment by the end of 2026, ETH Zurich will provide organizations with access to Switzerland’s own dedicated IBM Quantum System Two. These capabilities will enable the country’s community of innovators to accelerate scientific and industrial research and build new use cases across chemistry, materials science, optimization, financial services and more. Today, IBM quantum computers are already delivering scientific value across the globe as useful tools in these fields.

IBM and Lockheed Martin expand joint research initiatives

As part of the collaboration, two planned joint development projects between IBM and Lockheed Martin include the exploration of quantum sensing applications for navigation and the improvement of additive manufacturing of metallic alloys. These projects also complement ongoing efforts by IBM and Lockheed Martin across a range of advanced technologies focused on aerospace and defense innovation.

IBM and ETH Zurich build on a legacy of collaboration

This initiative also builds upon a close and long-standing collaboration between IBM and ETH Zurich, including a recently launched 10-year effort to advance foundational algorithmic research.

The quantum education and workforce development effort includes providing the Swiss ecosystem with access to the IBM Quantum Network and IBM Quantum Platform learning offerings, including coursework, certifications, and workshops; as well as event support, such as hackathons, conferences, and partner forums.

About IBM

IBM is a leading provider of global hybrid cloud and AI, and consulting expertise. We help clients in more than 175 countries capitalize on insights from their data, streamline business processes, reduce costs and gain the competitive edge in their industries. Thousands of governments and corporate entities in critical infrastructure areas such as financial services, telecommunications and healthcare rely on IBM’s hybrid cloud platform and Red Hat OpenShift to affect their digital transformations quickly, efficiently and securely. IBM’s breakthrough innovations in AI, quantum computing, industry-specific cloud solutions and consulting deliver open and flexible options to our clients. All of this is backed by IBM’s long-standing commitment to trust, transparency, responsibility, inclusivity and service.

Visit www.ibm.com for more information.

About Lockheed Martin

Lockheed Martin is a global defense technology company driving innovation and advancing scientific discovery. Our all-domain mission solutions and 21st Century Security® vision accelerate the delivery of transformative technologies to ensure those we serve always stay ahead of ready. More information at Lockheedmartin.com.

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Children’s Academy students tackle India’s 7.7-million-tonne textile waste challenge

Children’s Academy International School is tackling India’s 7.7 million tonnes of annual textile waste by empowering students to implement circular economy principles and transform discarded fabrics into sustainable new products.

MUMBAI, India, Sept. 10, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — India generates approximately 7.7 million tonnes of textile waste annually, a volume that places significant strain on the nation’s ecological infrastructure. In a move to address this crisis through education and action, Children’s Academy International School has launched Clothes for Conscience, a community engagement initiative designed to integrate sustainability into the core curriculum. Full program details and initiative updates are available at www.childrens-academy.in.

The initiative encourages students to look past the classroom and engage with the physical realities of the textile industry. By working directly with Indian fabrics and studying craftsmanship processes, students gain a first-hand understanding of the environmental costs associated with fashion, including water pollution and the proliferation of chemical dyes. This hands-on approach aims to foster a deeper appreciation for the lifecycle of products, shifting the focus from passive consumption to active stewardship.

Sustainability at the academy is treated as a practical discipline rather than a theoretical subject.

Students are now putting circular economy principles into practice by reclaiming discarded fabrics to create new, functional goods. The transformation of remnants into cloth bags, jewelry, and accessories serves as a proof of concept for reducing waste at the local level. With global textile waste estimated at 92 million tonnes each year, the project underscores the importance of scaling small-scale interventions to meet a global challenge.

The program specifically engages IBCP students, challenging them to question modern consumption habits and find new utility in materials that were previously destined for landfills. By combining India’s rich textile heritage with innovative reuse strategies, the school is preparing a new generation to navigate and solve complex environmental issues through practical, scalable action.

This project is essential because it bridges the gap between India’s rich textile heritage and the urgent need for environmental responsibility. By actively transforming fabric remnants into useful products, the students are gaining the necessary skills to challenge existing consumption models and create positive change within their own communities.

With India generating approximately 7.7 million tonnes of textile waste every year, it is essential that the next generation understands the environmental impact of their consumption habits. Through the Clothes for Conscience initiative, the students are moving beyond traditional classroom learning to gain a firsthand understanding of craftsmanship and the urgent need for circular thinking in daily life.

About Children’s Academy Group of Schools

Founded in 1970 by the late Shri V.V. Bhat, Children’s Academy Group of Schools is a premier educational institution with a legacy of providing high-quality, holistic education in Mumbai and Thane. Serving over 8,000 students from Nursery to Grade 12, the Group operates state-of-the-art campuses across Malad (Bachani Nagar), Kandivali (Ashok Nagar and Thakur Complex), and Thane (Ghodbunder Road). Known for its technological integration and academic excellence, the Academy primarily offers the ICSE curriculum (with over 70% NEP compliance) alongside the globally recognized International Baccalaureate Career-related Programme (IBCP). Consistently ranked among the top schools in Mumbai, Children’s Academy is dedicated to nurturing active, responsible, and future-ready global citizens. 

For more information, visit www.childrens-academy.in.

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Yutong Opens Its First Comprehensive Service Center in Europe

The Norway-based facility integrates maintenance, inspection, and parts supply to support battery-electric bus fleets throughout the vehicle lifecycle

STOKKE, Norway, Sept. 10, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Yutong Bus officially opened its first Yutong Service Center (the “Center”) in Europe on September 8 in Stokke, Norway, integrating vehicle delivery, after‑sales service, spare parts supply, and professional training into one hub.

As Norway advances its transition to electric public transport, the Center will enhance maintenance capabilities, compliance inspections, and local service responsiveness for pure electric buses, offering customers a more direct service option and delivering systematic support for fleet operations across their full lifecycle.

Covering approximately 38,941 square meters with a building area of 6,074 square meters, including a 2,300‑square‑meter parts warehouse, the Center integrates brand display, vehicle delivery, after‑sales service, parts supply, and training facilities, delivering all‑around customer support. Built around Yutong as the core, the Center consolidates multi‑dimensional service functions and complements existing local partners and service channels, offering customers more direct, flexible issue resolution and service options.

“The service center is positioned as a comprehensive, centralized service hub, with a large inventory of parts, inspection facilities, professional service bays, and dedicated training equipment,” said Jack Li, CEO of Yutong Central and Northern Europe. “Through efficient operations, we aim to help reduce customers’ total cost of ownership and maximize bus uptime. By strengthening partnerships and expanding service coverage, we aim to deliver cost-effective services and create shared value while helping make public transport greener, smarter, and more inclusive.”

One‑stop service ecosystem: from parts supply to integrated service support across the fleet lifecycle

With the local service center and dedicated on‑ground team, Yutong consolidates parts supply, fault diagnostics, maintenance, and professional training into a single service system, improving service efficiency and delivering full‑lifecycle fleet support for Norwegian passenger transport and bus operators. The Center features a comprehensive reception area, maintenance and repair zone, parts storage area, hands-on training space, vehicle display area, and brand experience zone, offering local customers an integrated service package spanning everything from vehicle sales and delivery to after‑sales repairs, parts supply, and technical training.

The Center features seven standardized maintenance bays, as well as dedicated bays for powertrain and large-component repairs, equipped with four‑post lifts, an electronic laser wheel alignment system, a brake tester, and a heavy‑duty tire balancer. It offers repair capabilities for chassis, electrical and high‑voltage systems, powertrains, air conditioning, and interiors, and can also handle non‑severe accident vehicles, alcohol interlocks, and tachographs.

Built to EU standards, the Center includes a dedicated bus inspection line for Norway’s mandatory PKK annual inspections, featuring a 31.5‑meter pit, two 16‑ton pit jacks, and equipment for brake, lighting, side‑slip, and OBD testing, covering chassis, braking, safety devices, onboard diagnostics, and powertrain compliance. By conducting inspections, fault diagnosis, and safety checks locally, the Center helps customers reduce fleet downtime and lower operating costs.

It also has a 2,300‑square‑meter parts warehouse, covering 4,500 SKUs of Yutong genuine parts for battery, motor and electronic control systems, powertrains, chassis, steering systems, pneumatic and hydraulic systems, interior and exterior trim, wear parts, and maintenance consumables.

With local stock and regional distribution center replenishment, the Center reduces parts sourcing and repair waiting times, improving vehicle uptime and minimizing fleet downtime losses. All parts are backed by consistent quality and warranty standards, supported by a local engineering team delivering parts supply, diagnostics, and maintenance services.

Building local expertise: service, training, and long‑term fleet support

The Center also includes theoretical training rooms and hands-on training areas, with instruction led by experienced trainers. Equipped with a comprehensive whole-vehicle training platform for pure electric buses and dedicated training units for air conditioning, EBS braking, heaters, battery, motor and electronic control systems, and rear-axle disassembly, the Center supports training in component identification, operating principles, simulation, and fault diagnosis. The training equipment uses core assemblies and components sourced from actual vehicles, enabling customers’ maintenance technicians to apply what they learn directly to real-world repairs.

Through its local team, standardized maintenance and inspection procedures, parts inventory and training capabilities, Yutong continues to deliver on its “EnRoute+” global service commitment. As Yutong’s first comprehensive service center in Europe, the facility further underscores the company’s long-term commitment to serving European customers. Building on the Norway service center, Yutong will continue to advance its localized service approach in markets including the Netherlands, Chile, Kazakhstan and Saudi Arabia. These efforts will strengthen local capabilities in electric bus repair, maintenance and inspection, improve service responsiveness, create more high-quality local jobs and support the electrification and low-carbon transition of public transport.

For more information on Yutong Service Center and “EnRoute+” global service commitment, please visit https://en.yutong.com/.

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Vista House makes exclusive Asia debut amid Formula 1 Singapore Grand Prix excitement

SINGAPORE, Sept. 9, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Vista, the world’s leading global business aviation group, will bring its signature hospitality experience, Vista House, to Singapore for the first time, welcoming VistaJet and XO Members during one of Asia’s most anticipated sporting weekends.

Designed as an intimate clubhouse, Vista House offers Members and their guests a destination to unwind, connect and experience the race weekend in comfort and unparalleled elegance.

The Singapore edition opens with an exclusive Members’ event alongside VistaJet Brand Ambassador Charles Leclerc, welcoming invited Members and guests for an intimate evening of conversation ahead of the race weekend.

Charles Leclerc shares: “With such an intensive international racing calendar, how we travel between races makes a real difference. My experience with flying on VistaJet is it has always been seamless, with the privacy, consistency and attention to detail that allow me to rest, prepare and arrive ready to perform.”

Vista House will open its doors during the race weekend with live viewing parties of the highly anticipated races. Guests will take in the circuit from a private setting overlooking the track, complimented by curated food and beverage service throughout the evening.

Crystal Wong, President of Asia Pacific at Vista states, “Beyond connecting our Members to destinations around the world, Vista House brings together a global community through shared passions and exceptional experiences. We are delighted to introduce Vista House to Asia for the first time in Singapore, creating a setting where our Members can connect, celebrate and experience one of the world’s most exciting sporting weekends together.”

Singapore marks the first time Vista House has been staged in Asia, following previous activations in Augusta and Monaco. It arrives in one of the world’s most vibrant destinations for business, luxury travel and major international events — a city that continues to draw global entrepreneurs, business leaders and international travellers who value privacy, flexibility and exceptional service, the same qualities that define the Vista experience both in the air and on the ground.

Singapore remains one of Vista’s critical regional hubs, having recorded a 51% year-on-year growth in flight hours and a 58% year-on-year rise in flight traffic in the first half of 2026. The city also consistently ranks among the top destinations for arrivals and departures across Asia Pacific in the same period.

This year’s calendar places Southeast Asia at the centre of the Formula 1 season, with the Formula 1 Gulf Air Bahrain Grand Prix relocating to the Sepang International Circuit in Malaysia from 2-4 October — immediately ahead of the Singapore Grand Prix — and expected to drive even greater regional travel demand.

Vista is preparing to support Members travelling between the two race weekends through close coordination across its flight operations, client services and ground support teams — enabling the group to manage complex multi-destination itineraries while delivering the consistency, discretion and personalised service Members expect throughout one of the busiest periods on the regional motorsport calendar.

Vista’s connection to motorsport runs deeper than race-week travel as Founder and Chairman Thomas Flohr, also competes in the FIA World Endurance Championship and the 24 Hours of Le Mans driving with the Vista AF Corse team, and as a supporter of Ferrari’s 499P Hypercar programme — a passion that reflects the shared emphasis both private aviation and elite motorsport place on innovation, technology and precision.

From the Members’ event with Charles Leclerc to Vista House, Vista’s extensive presence in Singapore brings together private aviation, motorsport and hospitality. Looking ahead, Vista will continue expanding its portfolio of destination-led experiences and exclusive partnerships across its VistaJet and XO brands, offering Members privileged access to some of the world’s most sought-after sporting, cultural and lifestyle events.

About Vista

Vista Global Holding Limited (Vista) is the world’s leading private aviation group. Headquartered in Dubai, Vista integrates a unique portfolio of companies to offer asset free services to cover all key aspects of business aviation, including guaranteed and on demand global flight coverage, subscription and membership solutions, and trading and management services.

Innovating the industry for over 20 years, Vista’s mission is to provide the most advanced flying services at the very best value — anytime, anywhere around the world.

With over 4,000 aviation experts, Vista’s extensive industry expertise and integrated technology enable it to deliver comprehensive end-to-end solutions to meet the needs of every business aviation client. These services are offered through its leading brands, including VistaJet and XO.

More Vista information and news at www.vistaglobal.com

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“Vista” is a trade name for Vista Global Holding Limited. Vista does not operate any aircraft. All flights are performed by properly licensed operators, which may include subsidiaries such as VistaJet Limited or VistaJet GmbH. Vista also holds a non-controlling minority stake in FAA-licensed and DOT registered US direct air carriers Western Air Charter, Inc. (DBA Vista America), JetSelect LLC (DBA Vista America).

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Tulip Unveils Global Imaging Patent Licensing Program

Tulip Imaging provides access to more than 125,000 patents from Canon, Sony, Huawei, and OPPO covering foundational image and information processing technologies

LONDON, Sept. 10, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Tulip Licensing Ltd today announced the launch of Tulip Imaging, a new patent licensing program offering access to advanced digital imaging and information processing technologies from Canon Inc., Sony Group Corporation, Huawei Technologies Co., Ltd., and Guangdong OPPO Mobile Telecommunications Corp., Ltd.

The combined portfolio includes more than 125,000 patents developed through decades of research, development, and innovation by four of the world’s leading technology companies and represents the most significant offering of digital imaging and information processing patents. The underlying technologies of this sophisticated portfolio help reinforce every dynamic visual experience on a modern device — from high-fidelity digital commerce to seamless social interaction. Through Tulip, implementers can efficiently access these portfolios while tailoring their licenses to include patents relevant to their specific products, technologies, and business needs.  

“Canon has advanced the science of imaging through continuous innovation in optics, cameras, image processing, medical imaging, and printing technologies for more than eighty years,” said Hideki Sanatake, Managing Executive Officer, Group Executive of Corporate Intellectual Property and Legal Headquarters. “Innovation thrives when intellectual property is respected and Tulip’s licensing program is an opportunity to support the continued investment that drives future breakthroughs.”

“Sony’s wide range of imaging technologies have helped define the modern digital era and enriched imaging experiences,” said Yuko Tsuda, Representative Director & President of Sony Intellectual Property Services Corporation. “We believe broad access to innovation should be supported by efficient, transparent licensing, and Tulip provides a viable option for achieving that objective.”

“Huawei has continuously invested in next-generation imaging technologies that combine artificial intelligence, computational photography, and advanced image processing to empower everyday visual and digital experiences,” said Alan Fan, Chief Intellectual Property Officer of Huawei. “Through this milestone cooperation with leading partners, we are jointly opening up our once-proprietary imaging technologies to help our licensees provide vivid imaging experiences to everyone.”

“OPPO remains committed to sustained investment in imaging R&D, advancing technologies that deliver richer and more intuitive imaging experiences to users worldwide,” said Adler Feng, Chief Intellectual Property Officer of OPPO. “Our collaboration with leading innovators across the imaging industry reflects the strength of OPPO’s imaging technology innovation and underscores our commitment to building a healthy and sustainable intellectual property ecosystem to support continued innovation and industry growth.”

Tulip’s appointment as licensing administrator reflects the confidence Canon, Sony, Huawei, and OPPO have in Tulip’s experienced team to deliver efficient, practical, and business-oriented licensing solutions.

For more information, please visit www.tulipinnovation.com.

About Tulip

Tulip is a specialized patent licensing group that partners with the world’s leading innovators to bring strategic patent assets to market through structured, professionally managed licensing programs. Tulip designs, launches, and administers licensing programs across high-value patent portfolios and a range of technology sectors.

Led by professionals with decades of experience building and managing global patent programs, Tulip combines technical expertise, commercial judgment, and disciplined execution to deliver practical, business-focused solutions for patent owners, implementers, and the broader innovation ecosystem.

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Relativity Announces Skadden as the Next Participant in Advanced Access Program for Relativity claiR

CHICAGO, Sept. 9, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Relativity, a legal data intelligence company, today announced that global law firm Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP will join the Advanced Access program for Relativity claiR, a new conversational AI experience designed specifically for lawyers. Skadden is among the first major law firms to participate in the program, which will enable them to evaluate and provide input on claiR ahead of its planned general availability in early 2027.

“As a top-five Am Law 100 firm with experience applying AI across its practice, Skadden brings a perspective that we believe will help us refine claiR against some of the most demanding legal matters,” said Chris Brown, President of Relativity. “We look forward to collaborating closely with leading organizations like Skadden as we develop claiR to help lawyers work with their most consequential legal data more directly, applying their own judgment to the facts that matter most.”

“We are excited to add this promising new AI offering to the robust suite of solutions we are making available to our attorneys,” said Boris Bershteyn, Litigation Partner at Skadden. “Employing and testing the most innovative technology in the marketplace to continue streamlining our business and increasing efficiency helps keep our attorneys focused on doing what they do best—providing strategic guidance to our clients.”

Relativity claiR allows lawyers to interact with the full record of a matter in plain language from the moment it opens, reasoning across millions of documents, their metadata and the connections between them. Built on each customer’s own matter data already stored and managed within RelativityOne, the experience grounds every answer and resulting associated work product in a complete system of record shaped over decades of legal work.

Unlike most legal AI tools, which require organizations to move data into a separate environment, claiR brings the AI to the data instead, analyzing everything where the data already lives while maintaining the permissions, security and defensibility of the data intact. By surfacing relevant data earlier and more efficiently, claiR is designed to support lawyers in making decisions across litigation, investigations and regulatory matters.

Learn more about Relativity claiR and sign up to stay informed as development progresses here. Relativity will share additional announcements at RelFest Chicago, taking place Sept. 29–Oct. 1.

About Relativity 

Relativity is a leading legal data intelligence company that builds technology to help users organize data, discover the truth, and act on it. Its extensible cloud platform, RelativityOne, transforms complex data into actionable insights at massive scale for litigation, investigations, regulatory inquiries, data breach responses, and other legal use cases. The world’s largest law firms and corporations, government agencies, and a robust network of channel partners rely on Relativity’s legal AI software to securely surface and manage the most relevant and impactful information in their matters. The company also expands access to technology by providing its platform at no cost to academic institutions through its Relativity Academic program and to organizations supporting pro bono legal work through its Justice for Change initiative. 

CONTACT: PR@relativity.com

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Global Multi-Asset Broker FP Markets Secures UAE CMA Category 5 Licence

LIMASSOL, Cyprus, Sept. 9, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Global multi-asset Forex and CFD broker FP Markets has been granted a Category 5 Licence by the UAE’s Capital Market Authority (CMA), formerly the Securities and Commodities Authority (SCA), adding to the Australian-founded broker’s global regulatory footprint and marking a strategic step into the UAE market.

The licence, held by group entity FP Markets MENA Securities L.L.C. S.O.C., permits the broker to carry out marketing, promotional, and client introduction activities in Dubai and across the Emirates. In recent years, the UAE has drawn growing numbers of brokers, fintechs, and financial services providers looking to operate on more solid regulatory ground as they build out their regional client base.

John Lewis, FP Markets Chief Marketing Officer, stated: ‘Securing a CMA licence is part of FP Markets’ longer-term approach to regulation. Over the past 20 years, each licence we’ve added has built toward the multi-regulated presence we operate today, and the UAE is a natural next step in that. For our clients and partners, this means added security, transparency, and quality of service.’  

The licence also underpins a more direct regulatory relationship within the UAE market, on top of FP Markets’ existing multi-jurisdictional oversight. FP Markets holds licences across multiple leading jurisdictions including: the Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC), the Financial Services Authority (FSA) in Seychelles, the Financial Sector Conduct Authority (FSCA) of South Africa, and the Capital Markets Authority (CMA) of Kenya.

FP Markets will continue to expand its regulatory coverage across markets, in conjunction with ongoing investment in its trading infrastructure, technology, and support functions, ensuring that the pace of regulatory growth is matched by the award-winning quality of service the broker offers to clients and partners alike.

About FP Markets:

FP Markets is a global, multi-regulated, award-winning broker established in Sydney, Australia in 2005. The broker offers 10,000+ CFD instruments across seven asset classes, available on industry-leading platforms including MetaTrader 4/5, TradingView, and cTrader.

FP Markets’ regulatory presence includes the Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC), the Financial Services Authority (FSA) in Seychelles, the Financial Sector Conduct Authority (FSCA) of South Africa, and the Capital Markets Authority (CMA) of Kenya.

For more information, visit www.fpmarkets.com

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MIT Technology Review brings the future of technology into focus at EmTech Future 2026

Leaders from enterprise and academia will gather at MIT to explore the convergence of AI, quantum, and energy.

CAMBRIDGE, Mass., Sept. 9, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Taking place September 29–October 1, 2026, on the MIT campus and online, EmTech Future is the reimagined flagship technology event from MIT Technology Review.

Curated by the editorial team of MIT Technology Review, this year’s agenda explores the theme “Convergence,” examining how the next wave of technological change may be shaped as much by the interaction between fields as by the advances within them.

Through keynotes, interviews, guided experiences, and conversations with industry-leading researchers and innovators, attendees will gain a clearer view of the systems, ideas, and breakthroughs that will define the coming decade.

Agenda highlights include:

• Convergence – Explore how AI, quantum technologies, and energy systems are beginning to intersect, creating new possibilities across business and society.
• At the Frontier of Intelligence – Examine the next advances in AI, from reasoning and autonomy to multimodal systems, and learn how they are expanding what machine intelligence can do.
• Powering the Future – Explore how rising demand, new technologies, and an increasingly electrified world are making energy a defining force in how technology scales.
• At the Quantum Frontier – Examine the breakthroughs moving quantum technologies from laboratory experiments toward practical systems, with new possibilities emerging in computation, security, and beyond.
• Into the Institute – Go beyond the conference stage through curated visits and conversations with researchers across MIT, offering behind-the-scenes access to active research environments in areas including quantum, robotics, advanced manufacturing, and nuclear science.

To access the full agenda, visit EmTechFuture.com.

Featured speakers include:

• Cory Doctorow, New York Times bestselling and award-winning author
• Mark Gorenberg, Chair, MIT Corporation
• Raia Hadsell, VP of Research, Google DeepMind
• Krysta Svore, Vice President of Applied Research for Quantum Computing, Nvidia
• Jaime Teevan, Chief Scientist and Technical Fellow, Microsoft
• Evelyn Wang, Vice President for Energy & Climate, MIT

For all speakers visit EmTechFuture.com.

EmTech Future meets MIT Future Fest

Your exclusive access to the inaugural MIT Future Fest is included when you buy a hybrid ticket to EmTech Future 2026.

MIT Future Fest is a five-day festival that opens the Institute’s doors to the world, bringing science, technology, creativity, and discovery to life across the MIT campus.

Tickets and last-call offer

In-person attendance is intentionally limited to 500 participants to preserve the quality of discussions, experiences, and networking opportunities. Livestream tickets are also available.

Secure your seat today at our last-call price, available until September 27, 2026.

Members of the media may obtain additional information and request press credentials by emailing press@technologyreview.com.

EmTech Future partners

The EmTech Future Presenting Partner is Vanguard, one of the world’s leading investment management companies. Additional partners and collaborators Veridect, IDEO, MIT Future Fest, the MIT Industrial Liaison Program and Startup Exchange, and the MIT Museum. For additional partnership opportunities, contact Andrew Hendler at andrew.hendler@technologyreview.com.

About MIT Technology Review

MIT Technology Review is an independent media company owned by MIT. The print publication, established in 1899, was the first-ever technology magazine; today, MIT Technology Review publishes in multiple digital formats every day, including on our site, in email newsletters, and across all major social channels. We also produce a multi-award-winning bimonthly print magazine and run one of the industry’s most highly regarded events brands, EmTech.

Our goal is to become the destination for those seeking to understand how technology is shaping our world. Subscribe. Attend. Follow: LinkedIn, Reddit, Facebook, Instagram.

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EDGE Markets Partners with Splash Sports to Bring 24/7 Banking to the $21 Million NFL Survivor Contest

Powered by EDGE Connect, Splash Sports players now have access to 24/7/365 fund movement, daily deposit limits of up to $1 million as they compete for Splash Sports’ $21 million guaranteed NFL Survivor contest

NEW YORK, Sept. 9, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — EDGE Markets, a financial services company purpose-built for prediction markets, gaming, and crypto, today announced a partnership with Splash Sports, the leading skill-based social sports gaming platform, to facilitate Splash’s marquee $21 million NFL survivor contest.

The agreement brings EDGE Connect, a private closed-loop settlement network, to the Splash Sports platform. This enables eligible EDGE Boost customers to fund their Splash Sports accounts with up to $1 million a day. Beyond its marquee $21 million NFL Survivor contest, Splash Sports runs contests at a range of price points, including a $3 million guaranteed contest and entries as low as $5, giving players multiple ways to compete.

Traditional account funding methods can involve lower transaction limits, processing delays and fees, which are particularly inconvenient for players moving money on nights, weekends and around Sunday kickoffs. EDGE Boost gives eligible Splash Sports users daily deposit limits of up to $1 million, real-time fund movement and a dedicated account that separates gaming capital from everyday finances. That speed matters most in Splash Sports’ 2026 NFL Survivor contest, which carries a $21 million guaranteed prize contest, a $1,000 fee per entry and up to 150 entries per player, with a new marketplace for buying and selling entry stakes and Team Entries for groups, both of which can require players to move money quickly all season.

“Capital should move on the player’s schedule, not the banks,” said Seni Thomas, Founder and CEO of EDGE Markets. “Splash Sports players are entering more lineups, trading stakes and racing Sunday deadlines, and EDGE gets them there with up to a million dollars a day, immediately.”

Splash Sports is seeing that same demand for speed from its own players. Entries are piling up ahead of the September 13 deadline. The new Marketplace and Team Entries features mean players are moving money in and out of the contest throughout the season, not just once at sign-up.

“Our players are managing more entries and more moving pieces than ever, especially with the Marketplace and Team Entries we launched this season,” said TJ Ross, Co-Founder and Co-CEO of Splash Sports. “Our players shouldn’t have to wait on their bank to keep playing. EDGE Markets makes sure the money moves just as fast as everything else we’ve built.”

This partnership builds on momentum following EDGE Markets’ recently announced partnerships with Kalshi, Polymarket and ProphetX, making Splash Sports the latest platform to adopt EDGE Connect. EDGE Markets recently closed a $29 million Series A round led by CoinFund, with participation from Indicator Ventures, Mantis VC, Stepstone Group and Bullpen Capital, to accelerate its buildout across prediction markets and gaming. Since launching EDGE Boost, the company has processed more than $2 billion in transactions.

About EDGE Markets

EDGE Markets is a U.S. financial services company that empowers users with financial transparency, supporting emerging verticals such as betting, gaming and casinos. Its original product, EDGE Boost, is the first responsible financial platform for smart bettors. It is the first betting-only debit card account that is FDIC and/or NCUA deposit insurance up to $10,000,000 or more through Cross River Bank, Member FDIC, and Participating Institutions.¹

About Splash Sports

Splash Sports is the leading skill-based social sports gaming platform, enabling friends and communities to compete for real money. Founded in 2021, the company has since acquired and integrated RunYourPool and OfficeFootballPool. Splash Sports operates across 35-plus states and Canada with more than 2 million active users. The company is backed by Dream Ventures, Accomplice, Boston Seed Capital, Elysian Park Ventures and Velvet Sea Ventures.

Media Contacts

Justine Sacco / justine@edgemarkets.io

Edgemarkets@greenbrier.partners

Andrew Bard / splashsports@dkcnews.com

¹ Deposit accounts are held at Cross River Bank, Member FDIC, and are insured up to $250,000 per depositor. Through our relationship with IntraFi® Network Deposits℠, funds may be eligible for additional FDIC insurance coverage by being distributed across participating network banks, up to $10,000,000 in aggregate for consumer accounts enrolled in the applicable program. FDIC insurance coverage is subject to applicable terms and conditions, including account structure, account ownership categories and regulatory requirements. The EDGE Boost Visa® Debit Card is issued by Cross River Bank, Member FDIC, pursuant to a license from Visa U.S.A. Inc., and is not available to all residents of U.S. territories. Account limits and other applicable terms are described in our Terms of Service and Cardholder Agreement and CRB Account Agreement.

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