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Sogang University Opens a Full-Tuition Path for International STEM Graduate Students in Seoul

A state- and city-backed track pairs the Seoul ANCHOR Project with the university’s own global scholarship, waiving 100 percent of tuition for selected students in the natural sciences and engineering — and adding research, internship and Korean-language support on top.

SEOUL, South Korea, Aug. 25, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — For a prospective graduate student weighing a move to Korea, the arithmetic usually begins with tuition. Sogang University Graduate School is betting that removing that line from the calculation — entirely, for a defined group of international students in science and engineering — will change who applies, and who stays.

Through the SOGANG RISE SURPASS TRACK, eligible international students admitted to the natural sciences and engineering fields of the General Graduate School can receive a 50 percent tuition scholarship funded through the Seoul ANCHOR Project and a further 50 percent through the Sogang Global Scholarship. Stacked, the two awards amount to a full tuition waiver. Admission fees and other applicable mandatory fees are not included.

The track sits within Subproject 1-2, “Attracting International Talent for Advanced Future Industries,” under the Seoul ANCHOR Project, an initiative supported by the Ministry of Education and the Seoul Metropolitan Government.

Beyond the tuition line

The program is described as more than a discount. Alongside the waiver, the SOGANG RISE SURPASS TRACK may provide academic support grants, research-publication incentives, Korean-language proficiency enhancement grants, internship support and other assistance tied to academic and career development.

The intent, according to the university, is to let international students concentrate on graduate-level study and research while building familiarity with Korea’s academic, research and industry environments — the practical fluency that often determines whether a foreign graduate can convert a Korean degree into a Korean career.

A research university with a stated purpose

Sogang University Graduate School operates under the motto “Obedire Veritati” — “Be Obedient to the Truth” — and locates its research-oriented academic environment in the heart of Seoul. Its Jesuit educational tradition emphasizes rigorous scholarship, critical inquiry and the pursuit of knowledge, and its graduate programs are framed around developing researchers, professionals, innovators and global leaders.

The graduate school offers master’s and doctoral programs across 39 departments spanning the humanities, social sciences, natural sciences, engineering and interdisciplinary fields, with close faculty mentorship a recurring feature of how the university describes graduate study there.

Its academic reach extends past its own campus. Sogang maintains exchange and cross-registration arrangements with other universities in Seoul — an arrangement that lets students broaden coursework and research connections across several of the capital’s major institutions.

The community a student would join

More than 2,000 students are currently enrolled in the graduate school, among them approximately 250 international students from a range of academic and cultural backgrounds. The university points to that community as a working environment for academic exchange and collaboration both inside and outside the classroom.

The alumni base is considerably larger. Sogang has awarded graduate degrees to approximately 14,670 master’s degree holders and 2,400 doctoral degree holders.

How admission works

Applicants to master’s programs are generally required to hold a bachelor’s degree; applicants to doctoral programs are generally required to hold both bachelor’s and master’s degrees. Depending on the department, applicants may need to submit Korean-language proficiency scores such as TOPIK, or English-language proficiency scores including IELTS or TOEFL. Language-test exemptions may be available under certain conditions.

Language proficiency also carries financial weight independent of the STEM track. Students who meet the relevant TOPIK or English-language test requirements — including IELTS, TOEFL iBT and NEW TEPS — may be eligible for the Sogang Global Scholarship, which covers 30 percent to 80 percent of tuition depending on language proficiency scores and scholarship tier.

Looking ahead

For international students and families considering graduate study in Korea, the offer is a specific one: advanced academic and research work in Seoul, supported by faculty mentorship, cross-university academic connections and a range of scholarship options — and, for a defined group in the sciences and engineering, no tuition bill at the end of it.

Detailed information on admissions requirements, scholarship eligibility and application procedures is available through the official guidelines of Sogang University Graduate School.

Graduate School of Sogang University

gradsch@sogang.ac.kr 

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GameChange Energy completes commissioning of its Genius Tracker™ for Dannevirke Solar Farm in New Zealand

SYDNEY, Aug. 25, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — GameChange Energy, a global provider of renewable energy infrastructure solutions, today announced the successful tracker commissioning of Bright Fern Energy’s 23 MWp Dannevirke Solar Farm in New Zealand. The project marks GameChange Energy’s first completed project in the New Zealand market and a significant milestone in the company’s growing presence across Oceania.

Located in New Zealand’s Manawatu-Whanganui region, the Dannevirke Solar Farm was developed for long-term performance, taking into account the region’s seismic conditions as well as local site considerations including undulated terrain, high wind exposure, and complex logistics. The project features GameChange Energy’s Genius Tracker™ 1P 4 String system, with site-specific design approaches including TopoSmart™ helping adapt the system to the terrain and use of pre-assembled components to streamline installation.

“Dannevirke was an important milestone for us, as it represented the first project to be delivered from Bright Fern Energy’s significant development pipeline in New Zealand,” said Cassidy Prent, Chief Executive, Bright Fern Energy. “GameChange Energy worked closely with our team throughout the project and brought strong engineering support, responsiveness, and practical solutions during both the design and construction phases. The successful commissioning of the project gives us confidence as we continue advancing our development pipeline.”

The project also highlights the growing focus on resilient solar infrastructure across the region, particularly as developers increasingly evaluate long-term reliability, constructability, and performance under real site conditions.

“The successful commissioning of Dannevirke is a major milestone for GameChange Energy in New Zealand and across Oceania. This project involved complex site and environmental considerations, from seismic requirements and terrain variability to weather-related construction challenges. Working closely with Bright Fern Energy, we were able to deliver a solution that met the project’s technical and execution requirements while staying on schedule. As utility-scale solar continues to grow in New Zealand, projects like Dannevirke highlight the importance of engineering-led system design and long-term operational reliability,” said Vaibhav Joshi, Managing Director – Oceania and Southeast Asia, GameChange Energy.

The Dannevirke Solar Farm represents the first of Bright Fern Energy’s fully consented utility-scale solar projects planned for construction in New Zealand and reflects growing momentum for large-scale renewable energy development across the country.

About GameChange Energy

GameChange Energy is a global energy infrastructure company delivering integrated, highly engineered solutions for utility-scale renewable energy and critical power applications. Through our portfolio of operating companies, we provide solar trackers, fixed-tilt mounting systems, eBOS solutions, transformers, drone-based asset monitoring, and customized infrastructure solutions for renewable energy plants, data centers, and battery energy storage systems (BESS). Our technologies are designed to reduce risk, improve performance, and deliver reliable operation worldwide. GameChange Energy is engineering the future of clean energy infrastructure.

For more information about GameChange Energy, visit: www.gamechangeenergy.com

Media Contact

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Lead – Marketing, GameChange Energy

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About Bright Fern Energy

Bright Fern Energy is a New Zealand based vertically integrated renewable energy platform focused on the development, construction, long-term ownership and operation of utility scale solar and battery energy storage systems. Backed by private equity and led by an experienced team of renewable energy professionals, Bright Fern Energy has a pipeline of projects exceeding 550MW in development across the North and South Islands. 

Media Contact

Cassidy Prent

Chief Executive, Bright Fern Energy

cassidy@brightfern.energy

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LX Pantos Indonesia Strengthens CSR Commitment Through Community Renovation Initiatives

SEOUL, South Korea and BEKASI, Indonesia, Aug. 25, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — LX Pantos Indonesia has completed renovation works at SDN Cicau 02 and SDN Gandasari 01, two elementary schools in Bekasi, West Java, as part of its 2026 Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiative. Situated near the company’s logistics center in Cikarang, the project reflects LX Pantos Indonesia’s ongoing commitment to supporting local communities and contributing to sustainable development in the regions where it operates.

The renovation was undertaken to create a safer, more comfortable, and more conducive learning environment for students, teachers, and the broader school community. By enhancing essential facilities, LX Pantos Indonesia aims to support education and help strengthen the foundation for future local talent.

The opening ceremonies were attended by representatives from LX Pantos Indonesia, the schools, local parents, community members, and the company’s contractor partner, underscoring the broad support for the initiative.

School representatives welcomed the improvements, noting that the upgraded facilities would help foster a more positive environment for learning and active participation. Parents also expressed their appreciation, saying the project would help encourage children’s enthusiasm for school and support their aspirations.

“This project reflects our commitment to creating practical, lasting value for the local community,” said Kim Dong Hyun, Managing Director of LX Pantos Indonesia. “By improving the learning environment, we hope to better support students and teachers.”

The initiative follows renovation activities carried out in 2025 at SMAN 1 Cikarang Pusat, SDN Ganda Mekar 02, and Musholla At-Tawabiin, further demonstrating LX Pantos Indonesia’s continued efforts to create shared value through CSR activities and strengthen relationships with local stakeholders.

Aligned with LX Pantos’ ESG vision, “Value Deliverer for People and the Planet,” the project reaffirms the company’s commitment to responsible business practices and long-term value creation.

• About LX Pantos Indonesia

Established in 1997, LX Pantos Indonesia is a foreign investment company headquartered in Bekasi Regency, Indonesia, and a leading provider of integrated logistics and supply chain solutions offering services including international freight forwarding, warehousing, distribution, and cross-border transportation. As part of LX Pantos, a leading global logistics provider headquartered in Korea, the company delivers comprehensive logistics solutions through a worldwide network spanning more than 40 countries.

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Cozy Life Sim Animula Nook Brings a New Beta to gamescom 2026 – Playable Hands-On Demos at the Tencent Games Booth

Studio LilliLandia Games invites players to shrink down and explore Minietopia, a miniature magical world, at Cologne this August

GUANGZHOU, China, Aug. 24, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — At gamescom 2026 (26-30 August, Koelnmesse, Cologne), LilliLandia Games will debut a new Beta of Animula Nook, the cozy life simulation game where players shrink down to live in a miniature, magical world called Minietopia.

Watch the gamescom trailer here for a closer look at the dynamic day-night cycle of Minietopia and a wealth of new character customisation options featured in the latest Beta!

In Animula Nook, players build homesteads, collect natural elements like bottled sunlight, and befriend tiny creatures across everyday objects such as computer desks. As tiny explorers navigating oversized environments, players turn everyday clutter into miniature homes, cafés, and gardens. Since opening playtest registration in February 2026, Animula Nook has amassed over 10 million pre-registrations.

The new Beta will be playable to the public in Hall 08.1, Space A-051 / B-050. This build introduces a major upgrade to the game’s visuals, materials, rendering approach, and character animations. Players can experience a more refined and cozy version of the desk, windowsill, and Wupa Woods areas, meet new Minies (residents), and discover new furniture and outfits. Across each hands-on session, visitors can take in the miniature atmosphere, customise outfits, snap photos, and explore this tiny world for themselves. Those who take part in the on-site activity will also have the chance to enter a raffle to win exclusive Animula Nook merchandise.

Beyond the hands-on demo, visitors are invited to step into the charming world of Minietopia through a fully themed booth experience. An immersive recreation of the game’s iconic miniature world sets the scene, complete with a four-metre-tall inflatable Wupa, instant photo opportunities, themed music, and interactive activities that bring the cozy atmosphere of Animula Nook to life. Fans who take part in the on-site activities will also have the chance to enter a raffle to win exclusive, limited-edition Animula Nook merchandise.

Those unable to attend gamescom can still join the adventure through Animula Nook’s interactive virtual booth, available here on both PC and mobile. Recreating the physical space online, it brings together the latest game updates, themed mini-games, and interactive experiences. Virtual participants also have a chance to win a complete set of exclusive Animula Nook merchandise.

Download the official gamescom key visual and the latest in-game screenshots here.

Animula Nook is now available to wishlist on Steam, Epic Games Store, and PlayStation, and will launch on PC, Mac, Switch 2, and PlayStation 5.

For more information about Animula Nook, check out the website or follow the game on social channels: Facebook, X, Instagram, TikTok, or YouTube.

About LilliLandia Games

LilliLandia Games is an experienced studio backed by Tencent Games, with mature cross-platform global development capabilities, built by a core team of veterans who specialise in platform development and multiplayer experiences. The team focuses on making games that provide social connection and comfort, creating beautiful worlds as a sanctuary for the global gaming community.

About Tencent Games

Tencent Games was launched in 2003 and has since grown into a leading global platform for game development, publishing and operation, as well as the operator of the largest online game community in China. It is dedicated to offering engaging and high-quality interactive entertainment experiences for players around the world. Tencent Games now offers more than 170 in-house developed and licensed games across 200 countries and regions, which provides hundreds of millions of users with cross-platform interactive entertainment experiences. Honor of Kings, PUBG MOBILE, League of Legends, Call of Duty: Mobile and Brawl Stars are some of our most popular titles around the world.

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Cyient Unveils New Brand Positioning ‘Nothing Less’

New Positioning Establishes Company’s Addressable Market as a Lifecycle Engineering Services Company and Reinforces Focus on Exemplary Outcomes

HYDERABAD, India, Aug. 24, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Cyient today unveiled its new brand positioning and promise, ‘Nothing Less,’ reflecting its evolution as a Global Lifecycle Engineering Services leader and its commitment to helping customers achieve exemplary outcomes in an increasingly complex, intelligence-driven world. The refreshed positioning brings intelligent engineering to every stage of the lifecycle, combining deep engineering expertise, domain knowledge, human intelligence, and AI applied in context.

The new positioning will be the focal point of Cyient’s go-to-market strategy, representing an engineering portfolio that partners with customers across the full life cycle of their products and the assets that power their businesses, creating value measured over decades rather than projects.

The new brand reflects both the company’s capability and ways of working. Intelligent Engineering defines what we do: bringing together engineering, digital, and industry expertise to help customers improve performance, reliability, and growth. Embracing Intelligence defines how we do it: harnessing the combined power of people, data, and AI to unlock better decisions and better outcomes. Together, they reinforce Cyient’s focus on delivering exemplary outcomes.

Krishna Bodanapu, Executive Vice Chairman & Managing Director, Cyient, said, “Since our founding in 1991, Cyient has partnered with some of the world’s leading organizations to solve complex engineering challenges and deliver outcomes that matter. We have, over the years, built deep domain expertise across the industries and earned the trust of customers operating in some of the most demanding and mission-critical environments. This legacy of engineering excellence, customer focus, and value-driven ownership has shaped who we are today and sets the foundation for our next phase of growth.”

Commenting on the new positioning, Sukamal Banerjee, Executive Director and Chief Executive Officer, Cyient Ltd, said, “Nothing Less is a reflection of how Cyient has evolved and where we are headed. As a Global Lifecycle Engineering Services company, we are expanding the value we deliver across the entire life of an asset, from design to manufacture to services. Competitive advantage today comes from the convergence of engineering expertise, human ingenuity, and AI-driven intelligence. Cyient brings these strengths together in a unique way. We help customers solve complex challenges faster, improve outcomes, and unlock greater value throughout the lifecycle.”

The new positioning is also anchored in Cyient’s Values FIRST framework—anchored in Fairness, Integrity, Respect, Sincerity, and Transparency. These values continue to guide how the company works with customers, associates, partners, and communities as it brings the “Nothing Less” promise to life.

About Cyient

Cyient is a global lifecycle engineering services company powering mission-critical industries from design to aftermarket across products, plants, and networks. With 300+ customers and 15,000+ associates across 30+ countries, we combine human expertise, deep domain knowledge, and AI to deliver intelligent engineering for every lifecycle across Aerospace and Rail, Automotive and Mobility, Connectivity, Energy, Healthcare, Mining, Utilities, and beyond.

To learn how we deliver exemplary outcomes, nothing less, visit www.cyient.com. 

Forward-Looking Statements

Certain statements made in the press release that are not based on historical facts may be forward‑looking statements within the meaning of applicable laws and regulations. Such forward‑looking statements are subject to risks, uncertainties, and assumptions, like significant changes in the economic environment in India and overseas, regulatory and tax laws, import duties, litigation, labour relations and other factors beyond the Company’s control. Actual results may differ materially from those expressed or implied.

Cyient undertakes no obligation to publicly update or revise these forward‑looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events, or otherwise, except as required under applicable law.

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Bull Incoming: Bybit Boosts Traders’ Conviction With Extra APR BTC Earn Offering and New 200K USDT Prize Pool

DUBAI, UAE, Aug. 24, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Bybit, the world’s second-largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume, joined in the BTC rally as global traders geared up for a bull market over the weekend.  BTC holds above $78,000 today following its sharpest rally of the year, up over 22% over the past week, and Bybit stands behind the traders who held their position through the ups and downs. Two limited time events have been unveiled to supercharge the latest bull run: Bull Incoming, a BTC Earn offering delivering a boosted APR, and new leaderboards for Spot and Derivatives traders on Bybit with 200,000 USDT up for grabs.

BTC surged past $75,000 on August 21 and soared above $77,000 for the first time since May, before holding in that range over the past two trading days, driven by a mix of macro and policy catalysts. Bybit’s timely offerings rewards both long-term holders of BTC and strategic traders who have demonstrated consistency and patience.

1. Bull Incoming: From now until August 28, 2026, Bybit Earn is offering a competitive APR for its flagship fixed-term BTC Earn product, with a combined pool cap of 243.33 BTC. Individual subscriptions are limited to between 0.001 BTC and 1 BTC per user, on a first-come, first-served basis.
2. Riding the bullish wave for a share of 200,000 USDT: Open to eligible Bybit users  trading Spot and Derivatives pairs, two new leaderboards and a brand new prize pool of up to 200,000 USDT are now available. Registration is required and enrolled participants compete on trading volume. In addition, eligible users completing daily and recurring tasks can enter into a lucky draw for a chance to win up to 100 USDT. 

For traders who held BTC through the downturn, the BTC Earn offering is a chance to be rewarded for that conviction as the market turns in their favor, helping BTC holders on Bybit put their idle BTC to work as they stay positioned for further upside. For traders looking to capture the current market momentum, the new leaderboards position them for a more impactful entry into what could be the beginning of the next bull run.

Bybit is committed to supporting its trading community in weathering downturns as well as capturing opportunities, building a New Financial Platform that rewards holders for their persistence and traders for their initiative.

For full terms, including the earn pool mechanism and eligibility criteria, users may visit: Bull Incoming? HODL BTC & Enjoy 10% APR with Bybit Earn and Crypto bull is back: Join the squeeze to earn a share of 200K USDT.

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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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Infineon acquires C2i Semiconductors to expand its innovation capabilities in AI data center power management solutions

• Acquisition strengthens Infineon’s leadership in power solutions for AI data centers and accelerates software-defined power architectures from grid to core
• C2i Semiconductors adds highly differentiated expertise in intelligent digital power management, multiphase controllers and system-level power architectures especially for vertical power delivery including Substrate Integrated Voltages Regulators (SIVR)
• Transaction expands Infineon’s innovation footprint in India and further strengthens its global R&D capabilities

MUNICH and BANGALORE, India, Aug. 24, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Infineon Technologies AG (FSE: IFX) (OTCQX: IFNNY) today announced the acquisition of C2i Semiconductors, a Bangalore-based technology company specializing in software-defined multiphase controllers and smart power stages for AI data center applications. C2i Semiconductors’ technology complements Infineon’s leading portfolio of power semiconductors and power systems, enabling intelligent and scalable power delivery architectures from grid to core for AI servers and high-performance computing platforms. The acquisition further strengthens Infineon’s top position in power solutions for AI data centers while expanding its engineering capabilities in India and reinforcing the country’s role as a strategic innovation hub. The transaction is expected to close in the third quarter of calendar year 2026.

“This acquisition will further strengthen Infineon’s leadership in power solutions for AI data centers and create a new center of excellence for digital power technologies in India,” said Adam White, President of Infineon’s Power Systems (PS) division. “C2i Semiconductors brings exceptional expertise in software-defined power management and system-level power architectures, backed by a proven highly experienced engineering team with decades of combined industry experience. With this acquisition, we will accelerate innovation in power delivery solutions for AI data centers, expand our capabilities in next-generation vertical power delivery architectures, and create significant value for our customers.”

“We founded C2i Semiconductors with the vision of bringing greater intelligence to power delivery systems and addressing the growing power challenges of AI infrastructure. Joining Infineon gives us access to world-class semiconductor technologies, manufacturing capabilities, and global customer relationships. Together, we can accelerate the development of software-defined power architectures and bring our innovations to customers worldwide,” says Ram Anant, Founder & CEO of C2i Semiconductors.

Software-defined power solutions combine advanced power semiconductors with intelligent digital control and software algorithms to optimize power conversion, regulation and system performance in real time. As increasingly powerful AI processors create highly dynamic and rapidly changing power demands, power delivery systems must respond faster and more precisely to sudden load fluctuations while maintaining efficiency and system stability. By adding intelligence to the power delivery architecture, software-defined solutions help data center operators improve efficiency, reduce power losses, and support the increasing power density requirements of next-generation AI processors. C2i Semiconductors’ technology takes a system-level approach to power delivery, spanning the path from grid to core and enabling more intelligent and adaptive power architectures for AI infrastructure.

The acquisition combines C2i Semiconductors’ digital power expertise with Infineon’s global scale, application know-how and broad portfolio of power semiconductors, including silicon, silicon carbide (SiC) and gallium nitride (GaN) technologies, as well as vertical power delivery solutions, paving the way to future Substrate Integrated Voltage Regulators (SIVR). Together, the companies will accelerate innovation in AI power delivery systems and support the growing performance and efficiency requirements of next-generation AI infrastructure.

In addition, the transaction adds highly specialized expertise in software-defined power management to Infineon’s global R&D network and further strengthens its innovation capabilities in India. Infineon currently employs approximately 2,800 employees in India – one of the world’s most dynamic semiconductor and technology ecosystems.

About Infineon

Infineon Technologies AG is a global semiconductor leader in power systems and IoT. Infineon drives decarbonization and digitalization with its products and solutions. The Company had around 57,000 employees worldwide (end of September 2025) and generated revenue of about €14.7 billion in the 2025 fiscal year (ending 30 September). Infineon is listed on the Frankfurt Stock Exchange (ticker symbol: IFX) and in the USA on the OTCQX International over-the-counter market (ticker symbol: IFNNY).

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KSAT Opens Customer Demonstrations for HYPER Hybrid RF and Optical Relay Services

Multiple customer demonstrations will validate hybrid RF and optical relay services ahead of commercial deployment.

SALT LAKE CITY, Aug. 24, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Kongsberg Satellite Services (KSAT) today announced the first demonstration campaigns for Hyperion, the pathfinder mission for HYPER, KSAT’s next-generation hybrid radio frequency (RF) and optical relay network.

The campaigns will validate the operational services planned for the commercial HYPER network through demonstrations with satellite operators, technology providers and institutional partners, marking the first opportunity for customers to test low-latency relay services before commercial operations begin.

Hybrid Network Demonstrations

The Hyperion satellites will carry multiple optical terminals from Rocket Lab, which acquired laser communications company Mynaric earlier this year, and Sony Space Communications Corp. (SSCC). The terminals will enable customer demonstrations of optical payload relay while supporting several optical inter-satellite communication links within the HYPER network.

On the RF side, Hyperion will demonstrate S-band connectivity for telemetry, tracking and command, and Ka-band communications for payload data relay. Together, these demonstrations will validate how RF and optical links can work as complementary parts of a single relay network, supporting different operational requirements.

The partnerships with Rocket Lab and Sony Space Communications Corp. mark an important step for the Hyperion mission and play a key role in the demonstrations. As the HYPER program progresses, KSAT welcomes collaboration with additional technology providers interested in contributing to the future hybrid relay network.

“Hyperion is about proving operational services, not just technology. By bringing together customers, technology providers and institutional partners, we’re demonstrating the hybrid RF and optical capabilities that will underpin the future HYPER network. These campaigns validate real operational use cases while laying the foundation for Europe’s next-generation commercial satellite relay infrastructure,” said Edvard Foss, vice president of HYPER at KSAT.

Operational Validation

Hyperion will validate multiple operational services planned for the HYPER network through dedicated demonstration campaigns with institutional and commercial partners.

The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) will demonstrate operational communications services over HYPER, including bidirectional communications and payload data relay over Ka-band. These demonstrations will validate how HYPER supports rapid delivery of mission data through a single hybrid relay network.

In parallel, HYPER is advancing through Phase 1 of the European Space Agency’s European Resilience from Space (ERS) program to demonstrate relay-enabled real-time satellite tasking and high-throughput, low-latency downloads.

About HYPER

HYPER is KSAT’s next-generation orbital data relay network. Using a hybrid RF and optical architecture, it delivers low-latency communications and payload data relay for satellites beyond the reach of traditional ground stations.

About KSAT

Kongsberg Satellite Services (KSAT) is a provider of ground network, Earth observation services, and satellite command and control. Headquartered in Tromsø, Norway, KSAT’s U.S. subsidiary, KSAT Inc., is based in Denver. The company operates the world’s largest commercial satellite ground station network, providing mission-critical infrastructure for the global space industry.

About Rocket Lab

Rocket Lab, which acquired laser communications leader Mynaric earlier this year, provides launch services, spacecraft, payloads and satellite components for commercial, government and national security customers. Its Electron rocket is the world’s most frequently launched orbital small rocket. Its HASTE rocket provides hypersonic test launch capability for the U.S. government and allied nations. The company’s Neutron launch vehicle, currently in development, is designed to support constellation deployment, national security missions and exploration. Rocket Lab spacecraft and satellite components have supported more than 1,700 missions, including GPS, constellation and lunar, Mars and Venus exploration missions.

About Sony Space Communications Corp.

Sony Space Communications Corp. (SSCC), established in 2022, is a subsidiary of Sony Corp. dedicated to developing and manufacturing optical communication terminals for satellite-to-ground and inter-satellite communications. The company aims to support the next generation of space-based communications infrastructure and expand access to global real-time connectivity.

About NOAA

The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration is a U.S. federal agency that provides science, services and environmental stewardship, including operating satellite systems for weather, climate and Earth observation.

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Business Rewards Platform PayRewards Launches in U.S.: NYSE Content Update

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

NEW YORK, Aug. 24, 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. 

Ashley Mastronardi delivers the pre-market update on August 24th

• Pay.com.au announces $28 million Series E raise and launches in the U.S.
  • Enables American businesses to earn rewards points on all payments including bank transfers and credit card transactions.
  • PayRewards charges no monthly platform fee, allowing businesses to pay only when it chooses to earn points.
  • CEO Blake Hutchison will join NYSE Live to take viewers through how PayRewards works.
• A quantum computing campus, Occam Foundry, is being developed in Texas.
  • The project comes after President Trump signed two executive orders in June promoting the next frontier of quantum.
  • Developers say campus could be used by universities, companies, and researchers.
  • Quantum Coast Capital Managing Partner Matt Cimaglia will join NYSE Live to talk about his involvement in the project.
• Investors monitor the latest bond market activity while awaiting earnings.
  • The 30-year U.S. Treasury yield reached its highest level since 2007 last week.
  • Global X NYSE 100 ETF component Nvidia headlines this week’s earnings slate.

Opening Bell

United States Tennis Association celebrates the 2026 US Open Tennis Championships

Closing Bell

Community Financial System (NYSE: CBU) celebrates its 160^th anniversary

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ShardLab Invests in StoreHub, Launches Joint Venture to Explore Next-Generation Payments and Rewards in Southeast Asia

KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia, Aug. 24, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — ShardLab, a fintech venture studio backed by global investment firm Hashed, has made a strategic investment in StoreHub, one of Southeast Asia’s leading commerce and payments platforms. The two companies will also form a joint venture to explore new consumer payment and rewards experiences for merchants and consumers across the region.

StoreHub operates across Malaysia, the Philippines, Thailand and Japan, serving 20,000+ merchant locations. Its platform processes more than 200 million transactions annually, representing approximately US$3.5 billion in annual transaction value.

ShardLab was established through a strategic partnership between Hashed and SCBX, one of Thailand’s largest financial groups, to build and commercialize products at the intersection of frontier technologies and financial services. The partnership with StoreHub connects that work to a scaled, real-world commerce network for the first time.

Southeast Asia offers a particularly strong environment for the partnership. The region combines a large population underserved by traditional financial services with a young population and widespread mobile usage.

The joint venture gives the two companies a structure to test new models with real merchants and consumers, and to scale only what demonstrably works. Specific products and initiatives will be announced as and when they launch.

Wai Hong Fong, CEO of StoreHub, said: “StoreHub has spent over a decade building the commerce and payments infrastructure that merchants across Asia use to run their businesses every day. ShardLab and Hashed have spent years at the forefront of payments and rewards technology, and this partnership is about bringing that work to real merchants at scale. Anything we build together must pass the same test that everything at StoreHub passes: does it help merchants sell more? The larger shift within StoreHub continues alongside this: we are rebuilding our product around AI, so that a three-person restaurant can operate with the capability of a thirty-person one.”

Hojin Kim, CEO of ShardLab, said: “We have spent the past few years testing how new payment and rewards technologies can improve everyday consumer experiences. StoreHub gives us something fundamentally different: a distribution network of more than 20,000 real-world merchant locations. This partnership is about moving from pilots to scale and building products that create measurable value for both consumers and merchants.”

About ShardLab

ShardLab is the innovation arm of Hashed, a leading global Web3 venture capital firm based in Asia. Under the strategic partnership between Hashed and SCBX (the mothership of Thailand’s leading financial technology group and the parent company of Siam Commercial Bank), ShardLab is having various innovative activities, such as Web3 R&D, venture building, and ecosystem building. The firm’s vision extends to fostering mass adoption of Web3 in Southeast Asia, making technology accessible, and empowering communities in this dynamic digital frontier.

About Hashed

Hashed partners with the founders shaping the next paradigm in blockchain, AI, and content, joining them from the earliest moments as technology redraws the boundaries of industries. Headquartered in Seoul and operating from five global hubs across San Francisco, Singapore, Bangkok, Bangalore, and Abu Dhabi, Hashed provides the capital, networks, and on-the-ground execution that help founders move beyond a single region and reach meaningful scale in global markets.

About StoreHub

StoreHub is one of Southeast Asia’s leading commerce platforms, providing point-of-sale, payments, loyalty and online ordering solutions for retail and F&B businesses. Headquartered in Kuala Lumpur, StoreHub serves 20,000+ merchant locations across Malaysia, the Philippines, Thailand and Japan, processing more than 200 million transactions annually with a total annual transaction value of approximately US$3.5 billion. StoreHub’s mission is to make it simple for anyone to build a successful business. Its platform is powerful, beautifully designed, and built around AI that lets a small team operate with the capability of a much larger one.

Media contact: Rachel Kim, rachel@shardlab.com

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