Estée Lauder at NYSE for Breast Cancer Awareness Month: NYSE Content Update

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Ashley Mastronardi delivers the pre-market update on October 5th

• The Estée Lauder Companies’ Breast Cancer Campaign was founded in 1992.
  • Evelyn Lauder founded the campaign and co-created the iconic Pink Ribbon to bring awareness to the disease and address stigmas in women’s health.
  • The Campaign and Estée Lauder Charitable Foundation have funded over $182 million for research, education, and medical services.
  • Chairman William Lauder will speak with NYSE’s Kristen Scholer in an interview that will be distributed across NYSE platforms in the coming weeks.
• The Ronald McDonald House NY’s annual gala will take place on Tuesday.
  • The theme of this year’s event is ‘The Next Chapter’ in the organization’s story of hope for families battling pediatric illness.
  • The event will feature honorees, a family story, and the organization’s expanding mission.
  • Ronald McDonald House New York Chair Steven Bensinger will join NYSE Live to discuss the new ways the organization has been helping patients and families fight cancer.
• Investors are tracking the latest Treasury yield moves ahead of Wednesday.
  • The U.S. 10-year Treasury yield is trading close to 5.3% as of 8 a.m. ET.
  • Fed Minutes from September’s meeting will come out on Wednesday at 2 p.m. ET.
  • According to the latest data, about 80% of traders expect the Fed to leave interest rates unchanged later this month.

Opening Bell

Estée Lauder recognizes Breast Cancer Awareness Month

Closing Bell

Sony (NYSE: SONY) celebrates the 80^th anniversary of its founding

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EpiSign and Geneyx Announce Partnership to Integrate Genomic and Epigenomic Analysis for Rare Disease

LONDON, ON and HERZLIYA, Israel, Oct. 5, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — EpiSignInc. and GeneyxGenomex Ltd. today announced a partnership to advance the integration of genomic and epigenomic analysis for rare-disease interpretation.

The collaboration combines EpiSign’s expertise in DNA methylation episignature analysis with Geneyx’s genomic and multi-omics capabilities. EpiSign METRIC is available to Geneyx customers, allowing laboratories to incorporate epigenomic evidence alongside genomic and phenotypic information in an integrated interpretation workflow.

EpiSign METRIC automates the analysis of disease-associated DNA methylation episignatures across more than 300 EpiSign-associated conditions. EpiSign METRIC 5-base extends this capability beyond methylation microarrays to methylation data generated by Illumina 5-base, PacBioHiFi and Oxford Nanopore sequencing.

More than a decade of episignature discovery, validation and clinical experience has been built largely on methylation-array frameworks. EpiSign METRIC 5-base now brings that established knowledge and comprehensive reference framework directly into 5-base sequencing workflows, enabling laboratories to apply mature episignature analysis to sequencing data today rather than rebuilding that knowledge base for each new sequencing platform.

“Genomic interpretation is rapidly moving beyond looking at DNA variants in isolation,” said David Yizhar, Chief Executive Officer of Geneyx. “Our partnership with EpiSign brings together two highly complementary capabilities: Geneyx’s genomic and multi-omics analysis platform and EpiSign’s deep expertise in DNA methylation and episignatures. By making these additional layers of biological evidence accessible within the interpretation process, we aim to help laboratories resolve more complex cases and move from data to meaningful answers more efficiently.”

Dr. Bekim Sadikovic, co-founder and Chief Scientific Officer of EpiSignInc., said the collaboration reflects the growing role of integrated genomic and epigenomic information in rare-disease analysis.

“Genome sequencing is increasingly capable of generating both genetic and epigenetic information from the same assay, creating an important opportunity to bring these complementary data together during interpretation,” Sadikovic. “Working with Geneyx will expand access to comprehensive episignature analysis and help move the field toward integrated genomic and epigenomic workflows for evaluating complex and unresolved cases.”

Dan Sinai, Chief Executive Officer of EpiSign Inc., said the collaboration can also address two practical challenges in rare-disease diagnosis.

“By generating genomic and epigenomic information together from a single assay, laboratories have the opportunity to reduce wet-lab testing and data-generation costs,” said Sinai. “At the same time, bringing these complementary answers together earlier can reduce sequential testing and help shorten the diagnostic odyssey for patients and families.”

The collaboration supports laboratories using array, and short- and long-read sequencing workflows and enables geneticists and laboratory teams to consider DNA methylation evidence alongside genomic variants, phenotypic information and other relevant data during case interpretation.

“Rare-disease cases are often not solved by a single type of data,” Yizhar added. “The future is multi-omics. Our goal is to give geneticists the ability to bring together the evidence they need in one analytical environment, while preserving the expertise and clinical judgment of the professionals interpreting each case.”

The companies will collaborate to expand integrated genomic and epigenomic workflows for clinical and research laboratories worldwide.

EpiSign METRIC 5-base is available for research use only.

About EpiSign Inc.

EpiSignInc. develops advanced DNA methylation analysis software for rare-disease and clinical epigenomic applications. Its EpiSign METRIC platform provides automated analysis of disease-associated DNA methylation episignatures through a comprehensive reference and multi-class classification framework. EpiSign works with clinical and research laboratories internationally through the EpiSign Clinical Testing Network and EpiSign Discovery Network.

About Geneyx

Geneyx develops comprehensive genomic and multi-omics analysis solutions designed to support geneticists, clinical laboratories and research organizations in the analysis and interpretation of complex genomic data. The Geneyx Analysis platform supports germline and somatic analysis across short- and long-read sequencing technologies and brings genomic, phenotypic and other relevant biological information together within an integrated interpretation environment.

Media Contacts

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Co-founder / CMO

Raviv@genyx.com 

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For EpiSign: 

Katy Evans

Director, Business Operations

Katy.evans@episign.com 

https://episign.com/

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GAC Exports 197,000 Vehicles in Jan-Sep, Marking Nine Consecutive Months of Year-on-Year Doubling

GUANGZHOU, China, Oct. 5, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — In September, GAC’s own-brand exports reached 25,693 units, up 160.9% year-on-year, marking 9 consecutive months of over 100% growth. Cumulative exports from January to September reached 197,701 units, up 138.9%, reaching 156.7% of last year’s full-year total and charging toward the annual target of 300,000 units.

Asia-Pacific: Localization Efforts Reach New Heights, Brand Building Achieves Breakthroughs

In September, Southeast Asian sales rose 32% year-on-year, with Laos up 433%, the Philippines up 301%, and Indonesia up 79%. In Hong Kong SAR, the E9 PHEV reclaimed No.1 in MPV sales in August. On September 17, GAC’s Cambodia KD plant launched, marking a shift from complete vehicle exports to local manufacturing. GAC won the 2026 Philippine Automotive Industry Breakthrough Brand Award. On September 20, Myanmar’s First Vice President Nyo Saw visited GAC. The GAC GN8 served as the official vehicle for the APEC SME Ministerial Meeting and the 2026 Fortune Global 500 Forum.

Europe: Accelerating New Market Expansion, Product Strength Receives Authoritative Certification

In September, the UK was up 392%, Greece up 102%, and Switzerland up 650% month-on-month. The AION UT and AION V ranked 3rd in Greece’s BEV segment in August. The AION UT earned a 2026 Euro NCAP five-star rating and won the 2026 TADA Turin Automotive Design Award for Best Exterior Design. It launched in the UK, Denmark, Norway, and France. GAC became the official automotive partner of La Liga club Villarreal.

Americas: Continuously Improving Product Portfolio, Supporting Local Green Transportation Transformation

In September, terminal sales rose 111% year-on-year, with Brazil up 280%, Colombia up 337%, and Ecuador up 137%. In Uruguay, GAC ranked 3rd in all-brand sales in August, and the AION V won the compact SUV sales championship for 2 consecutive months. The GS4 MAX HEV and S7 ULTRA AWD PHEV launched in Uruguay. GAC delivered 100 AION UT units in Chile.

Middle East, Africa & CIS: Brand Upward Breakthrough, Reshaping Market Landscape with Tech Luxury

In September, African sales surged 560% year-on-year, with Libya up 41% and Côte d’Ivoire up 84%. CIS sales rose 176%, with Azerbaijan up 191%. The GS7 PHEV launched in Dubai on September 12. On September 24, GAC launched the GN8 PHEV, HYPTEC HT and HYPTEC SSR in Casablanca, Morocco.

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Manulife Announces Presenting Partnership of The Hinton Lectures™ on AI Safety

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This partnership will advance public understanding of AI safety, led by Nobel Laureate Geoffrey Hinton and supported by Manulife’s commitment to Responsible AI

TORONTO, Oct. 5, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Manulife is proud to announce a two-year presenting partnership with The Hinton Lectures™, supporting the 2026 and 2027 lecture series dedicated to advancing public understanding and scientific discourse on AI safety. The 2026 lectures, which will be held in Toronto this November, are co-founded by Nobel Laureate Professor Geoffrey Hinton, a renowned AI expert, and the AI Safety Foundation.

This partnership builds on Manulife’s commitment to Responsible AI and support for informed dialogue on the responsible development of AI. Guided by its Responsible AI Principles, Manulife is focused on developing and deploying AI in a way that creates value for customers, colleagues and society while maintaining trust, managing risk, and promoting accountability.

“Our support for The Hinton Lectures™ reflects Manulife’s commitment to advancing responsible AI,” said Jodie Wallis, Manulife’s Global Chief AI Officer. “AI is evolving quickly, and so are the questions around how we develop and use it responsibly. The Hinton Lectures bring together thoughtful perspectives from across research, industry and policy, and we’re proud to be part of that conversation.”

The Hinton Lectures™ are hosted by Professor Geoffrey Hinton and feature world-leading experts in AI safety. This year’s keynote speaker is Paul Christiano, a leading expert in AI safety and alignment. The lecture series will take place November 9-11, 2026, at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre in Toronto. The events are open to the public and will also be livestreamed.

Manulife senior leaders will participate throughout the series, delivering opening remarks and sharing perspectives on responsible AI, governance, trust and innovation alongside leaders from research, industry and policy.

“We’re pleased to welcome Manulife back to The Hinton Lectures, this year as our presenting partner,” said Ankesh Chandaria, CEO of the AI Safety Foundation. “Their expanded support reflects a shared commitment to advancing thoughtful conversations about the responsibilities that come with AI. We’re proud to partner with an organization that is helping drive the responsible adoption of AI and bring these important discussions to a broader audience.”

Manulife has been actively investing in and scaling AI capabilities since 2016. In the past four years, the firm has significantly increased the value enabled through AI by expanding its AI solutions portfolio and increasing efficiency through data and AI platform investments. Manulife has been named the number one life insurance company for AI maturity for the second consecutive year, and ranks among the top insurers overall in the 2026 Evident AI Index for Insurance. More information on Manulife’s AI progress can be found on Manulife.com/AI.

The public can register for tickets or the livestream online at HintonLectures.com. The event is organized by the AI Safety Foundation and hosted by Professor Geoffrey Hinton.

For additional details on the 2026 Hinton Lectures, including this year’s distinguished lecturer announcement, please see the AI Safety Foundation’s announcement here. 

About Manulife   

Manulife Financial Corporation is a leading international financial services provider, headquartered in Toronto, Canada. Anchored in our ambition to be the number one choice for customers, we operate as Manulife across Canada and Asia, and primarily as John Hancock in the United States, providing financial advice, insurance and health solutions for individuals, groups and businesses. Through Manulife Wealth & Asset Management, we offer global investment solutions, financial advice, and retirement plan services to individuals, institutions, and retirement plan members worldwide. At the end of 2025, we had more than 37,000 employees, over 106,000 agents, and thousands of distribution partners, serving over 37 million customers with operations across 25 markets globally. We trade as ‘MFC’ on the Toronto, New York, and Philippine stock exchanges, and under ‘945’ on the Hong Kong stock exchange. Not all offerings are available in all jurisdictions. For additional information, please visit manulife.com.

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Habitat for Humanity’s new global research report finds three in four people are cutting back on essentials to afford housing

ATLANTA, Oct. 5, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Housing costs are forcing millions of people around the world into difficult trade-offs, coming at the expense of food, healthcare, financial security and major plans for the future, according to a global research report released today by Habitat for Humanity International. Titled Home at What Cost? and based on nationally representative surveys of 30,000 people across 22 countries, the report reveals that the full cost of housing extends far beyond rent or mortgage payments — it includes what people give up to secure a place to call home.

Three in 4 survey respondents (75%) say they have cut back on at least one expense in the past year to afford housing costs, with the greatest pressures falling on people already facing greater housing vulnerability, including those living in informal arrangements (89%), lower-income groups (85%) and younger generations — Gen Z and Millennials (81%). The trade-offs reach the essentials, with one-third of respondents (33%) spending less on food, 32% dipping into savings or emergency funds, and 13% delaying or avoiding medical care to afford their homes.

Despite these sacrifices, many households are still exposed, with nearly half of people globally (48%) saying one unexpected problem could threaten their ability to stay housed. Housing affordability is also forcing compromises on safety, with 40% saying they accept some level of housing risk because safer options are out of reach. Across the board, people lack confidence that solutions are on the horizon, with 56% saying the housing system in their country is broken or does not work.

“A home should never come at the cost of your health or your future. It should be the foundation of health, opportunity and financial security. Yet more than half of people believe the housing system in their country is broken or simply isn’t working for them,” said Jonathan Reckford, CEO of Habitat for Humanity International. “We cannot accept a future where people have to lower their expectations for what a home should provide. The research shows why we need governments, businesses and communities to work together to create housing systems that help people build a future instead of simply surviving the present.”

Delayed families, declining well-being

The impact of housing costs extends beyond household budgets, affecting people’s well-being today and the futures they hope to build.

• Over half of people (56%) say housing costs make it difficult to consider starting a family. This rises to 62% for Gen Z and Millennials.
• Nearly 6 in 10 parents and guardians (58%) worry that housing costs are limiting opportunities for their children, highlighting how housing pressures are delaying major life milestones and making long-term security harder to achieve.
• Concerns over future homeownership are highest in higher income countries, particularly in North America where more than half of non-homeowners in Canada (56%) and nearly half in the U.S. (42%) say they don’t expect to own a home at some point in their life.
• Meanwhile, lack of housing satisfaction is highest in countries with low national gross income, such as Côte d’Ivoire (66%) and Ethiopia (63%), compared with a global average of 35%.
• More than 1 in 3 people (35%) say their housing situation is one of the biggest sources of stress in their lives, rising to 64% among respondents living in informal housing arrangements, and 39% among younger generations (Gen Z and Millennials).

Renters are nearly 1.5 times as likely as homeowners to say their housing situation could negatively affect their health (28% vs. 19%).

Meanwhile, nearly 9 in 10 respondents globally (89%) say safe, comfortable and reliable housing helps them stay mentally healthy, underlining that housing is not simply a financial issue but one that increasingly shapes people’s well-being, resilience, and ability to care for themselves and their families.

Housing safety also is increasingly impacted by climate change, with nearly a third of people (30%) expecting extreme weather to make living where they are harder over the next three years, while 18% say their home does not protect them from extreme weather such as heat, cold or flooding.

Governments, private-sector businesses, civil society and individuals all have a role to play in ensuring people can access housing that expands opportunity rather than limiting it. Habitat for Humanity is calling on governments to move from housing promises to housing pathways through political commitment and investment; on businesses to expand and innovate housing finance opportunities; on peers and partners to turn evidence into action by urging policy change, financing and accountability; and on individuals and communities to use their voices, skills and networks to help drive lasting housing solutions.

The report includes a more detailed breakdown of these findings, including country and demographic insights. To find out more about the report or Habitat for Humanity International, visit habitat.org/HomeAtWhatCost.

Methodology

The nationally representative survey was conducted between April 10 and June 30, 2026, across 22 countries, with the views of 30,758 people. The research was conducted across countries, including Argentina, Australia, Barbados, Brazil, Canada, Côte d’Ivoire, Egypt, Ethiopia, Guatemala, Indonesia, Ireland, Kenya, Mexico, Nepal, Nigeria, Poland, South Africa, South Korea, Trinidad and Tobago, Turkey, the United Kingdom, and the United States. This report is based on original public opinion research commissioned by Habitat for Humanity International to better understand how people experience housing in their daily lives. The research was designed to complement existing housing data by moving beyond system-level indicators and capturing how housing affects people’s sense of safety, affordability, stability, dignity, health, opportunity and community.

About Habitat for Humanity

Habitat for Humanity is a movement of people in your local area and around the world, working together to build more prosperous and vibrant communities by making sure everyone has a safe, affordable place to call home. Since our founding in 1976 as a Christian organization, together we have helped more than 65 million people globally build their futures on their own terms through access to decent housing. We’ve done that by working alongside people of all walks of life to build, repair and finance their homes, by innovating new ways of building and financing, and by advocating for policies that make constructing and accessing housing easier for everyone. Together, we build homes, communities and hope. To learn more, visit habitat.org 

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Odisha Police to Recruit 113 Retired Cops as Special Police Officers

Koraput, Oct. 5 (UDN): The South Western Range (SWR) of Odisha Police has opened recruitment for 113 retired police personnel to serve as Special Police Officers (SPOs) on a contractual basis across six districts.

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The recruitment drive is aimed at bringing experienced former Assistant Sub-Inspectors, Sub-Inspectors and Inspectors back into service for a fixed tenure.

113 Posts Across Six Districts

The vacancies have been distributed among Koraput, Malkangiri, Rayagada, Nabarangpur, Kalahandi and Nuapada.

Rayagada: 24 posts
Koraput: 22 posts
Malkangiri: 20 posts
Kalahandi: 18 posts
Nabarangpur: 16 posts
Nuapada: 13 posts

Rayagada has the highest number of openings, while Nuapada has the lowest.

Applications Open Till October 15

Eligible retired police personnel are required to submit their applications to the Deputy Inspector General of Police, South Western Range, Koraput.

The applications must reach the DIG’s office by 5.30 pm on October 15, 2026. Authorities have cautioned that incomplete applications or those received after the deadline will not be considered.

Eligibility Conditions

Applicants must be permanent residents of Odisha and should be 65 years of age or below as on the date of publication of the recruitment advertisement.

Candidates must also be able to speak, read and write Odia and should have an unblemished service record. Those facing pending criminal cases or having a previous criminal conviction are not eligible.

Physical Test, Medical Exam and Interview

The selection process will be conducted at the Reserve Police Ground in Koraput at 6.30 am on October 28, 2026.

Candidates will undergo verification of original documents, a medical examination, physical fitness test and interview.

As part of the physical test, applicants will have to walk 5 km within one hour. Failure to complete the distance within the prescribed time will result in disqualification.

One-Year Contractual Re-Employment

Selected candidates will be re-employed as Special Police Officers for one year on a contractual basis.

During their tenure, they will be required to wear the prescribed police uniform and badge. Their remuneration will be determined in accordance with the Odisha Government Finance Department’s applicable guidelines.

The application form and detailed recruitment advertisement have been made available through the Odisha Police website.

Odisha Wins MoHUA Recognition for Highest Number of PMAY-U 2.0 Reforms

Bhubaneswar, Oct. 5 (UDN): Odisha has earned national recognition for its reform-driven approach to urban housing, receiving a Special Recognition Award from the Union Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs (MoHUA) for carrying out the highest number of reforms under Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana-Urban (PMAY-U) 2.0.

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The award was presented in New Delhi on Monday during the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana-Urban Awards 2026, acknowledging the state’s efforts to make the implementation of the urban housing scheme more efficient, transparent and citizen-focused.

Focus on Faster and Transparent Housing Delivery

According to MoHUA, Odisha introduced a series of reforms under PMAY-U 2.0 to improve administrative processes, strengthen coordination between implementing agencies and make greater use of technology.

The reforms are aimed at simplifying the delivery mechanism and ensuring that eligible urban families can access housing assistance with fewer procedural hurdles.

The ministry also highlighted the state’s efforts to create a more streamlined and citizen-centric system for implementing the housing programme.

Minister Credits Collective Government Effort

Welcoming the recognition, Odisha Housing and Urban Development Minister Krushna Chandra Mahapatra said the award reflected the combined efforts of government officials, Urban Local Bodies and agencies involved in implementing PMAY-U 2.0.

He stressed that the government’s objective extends beyond merely constructing houses and includes ensuring that eligible urban families receive safe and dignified homes through a transparent delivery system.

“Our objective is not merely to construct houses, but to ensure that every eligible urban family gets a safe, secure and dignified home through a transparent and citizen-centric system,” Mahapatra said.

Odisha Reaffirms ‘Housing for All’ Commitment

The state government said it would continue to prioritise administrative reforms, faster execution and stronger last-mile delivery under PMAY-U 2.0.

The recognition comes as Odisha seeks to ensure that eligible beneficiaries receive housing assistance in a timely and hassle-free manner.

The award has further highlighted Odisha’s reform-oriented approach to urban housing and its contribution to the national objective of ‘Housing for All’.

Quantinuum and The University of Western Australia Partner to Advance Australia’s Quantum Capability

• Quantinuum and The University of Western Australia (UWA) sign MOU to help prepare Australia’s workforce and innovation ecosystem for the hybrid quantum-AI-HPC computing era
• Quantinuum will provide UWA-affiliated researchers, students and entrepreneurs with access to its full-stack quantum computing ecosystem, including Helios, the world’s most accurate commercial quantum computer¹
• Collaboration will focus on developing quantum applications for sectors critical to Australia’s economy, including critical minerals, energy, agriculture, and healthcare

BROOMFIELD, Colo. and PERTH, Australia, Oct. 5, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Quantinuum (NASDAQ: QNT), a leading quantum computing company, today announced the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with The University of Western Australia (UWA) to advance Australia’s quantum capability by expanding access to advanced quantum computing, developing quantum talent, and accelerating the development of practical applications that integrate quantum computing, AI, and high-performance computing (HPC).

Through the collaboration, UWA-affiliated researchers, students, and entrepreneurs will gain cloud-based access to Quantinuum’s full-stack quantum computing platform, including Helios, the company’s latest-generation quantum computer. The partnership is designed to provide hands-on experience with advanced quantum technologies while creating new opportunities to explore how quantum computing, artificial intelligence, and high-performance computing can work together to address complex real-world challenges.

The organisations will also explore opportunities to expand UWA’s Quantum and AI research ecosystem through a university-wide quantum computing applications centre that would bring together academic, industry, and government stakeholders to identify and develop high-value use cases in critical sectors for Australia’s economy, including critical minerals, energy, agriculture, and healthcare.

“Australia has set an ambitious vision for quantum, and it is making meaningful progress toward turning that vision into reality thanks to leadership from institutions like UWA,” said Dr. Marvin Lee, Country Leader at Quantinuum. “Together, we’re bringing our full suite of capabilities, from world-leading hardware and software to application expertise and ecosystem programs, to develop practical quantum applications and hybrid workflows that will prepare Australia for the quantum era and support the nation’s future prosperity.”

Beyond providing access to advanced quantum systems, the partnership aims to help build the technical capabilities and innovation networks needed to support Australia’s long-term quantum ambitions. Through engagement with Quantinuum programs such as Q-Net and the Startup Partner Program, researchers, developers, and entrepreneurs will have opportunities to access training, collaborate with peers across the global quantum ecosystem, and accelerate the development of quantum-enabled solutions.

Working alongside UWA researchers and industry stakeholders, Quantinuum experts will help evaluate candidate use cases, establish technical benchmarks and assess hybrid workflows that integrate quantum computing, artificial intelligence, and high-performance computing.

Professor Jingbo Wang, founder and Director of UWA’s Research Centre for Quantum Information, Simulation and Algorithm (QUISA), said the partnership built on UWA’s strengths in quantum computing research.

“Through co-design with potential end users and quantum computing hardware providers, this initiative will create new opportunities for UWA researchers, students and industry partners, while strengthening interdisciplinary collaboration across the University. We look forward to exploring all the opportunities this will bring for our researchers as well as student pathways, internships and workforce training initiatives,” Professor Wang said.

“Access to leading quantum technologies helps Australian researchers, students and companies build capability and understand where quantum can deliver real value,” said Petra Andrén, CEO of Quantum Australia. “Collaborations like this create opportunities to develop skills, test applications and connect research with industry challenges. Australia has strengths across the quantum technology stack. Access to the best capabilities, both here and internationally, will help translate those strengths into economic and community benefit.”

The partnership reflects a shared commitment to ensuring Australia remains not only a source of quantum discovery, but a place where quantum technologies are put to work solving real-world challenges and creating economic value.

About Quantinuum

Quantinuum is a leading quantum computing company offering a full-stack platform designed to make quantum computing deployable in real-world environments. The company has commercially deployed multiple generations of trapped-ion based quantum systems built on the well-established QCCD architecture, which it has implemented with novel designs and capabilities to achieve the industry’s highest accuracy levels based on average two-qubit gate fidelity.² Quantinuum has active engagements with market leaders across pharmaceuticals, material science, financial services, and government and industrial markets, as well as academic and research institutions globally. The company has a global workforce of approximately 800 employees, including top scientists and researchers. Over 70% of its technology team holds PhDs or Master’s degrees. Quantinuum’s headquarters is in Broomfield, Colorado, with additional facilities across the United States, United Kingdom, Germany, Japan, Qatar, and Singapore. For more information, please visit www.quantinuum.com.

About UWA

For more than 110 years, The University of Western Australia has been a place where ambition meets action. As the state’s first and leading university, we inspire students, researchers and partners to create meaningful change and tackle the world’s most pressing challenges. Located on the banks of the Derbal Yerrigan (Swan River), our main campus stands on land where kaartdjin (knowledge) has been shared for tens of thousands of years. This enduring legacy of learning shapes our diverse global community of more than 28,000 students from 100 countries, connected to a powerful network of over 150,000 graduates making an impact worldwide. Ranked in the global top 100 (QS 2027) and a member of the prestigious Group of Eight, UWA is recognised for excellence in teaching, research and industry collaboration. From sustainability and health to technology and communities, our work drives real-world outcomes.

At UWA, impact starts here. For more information visit: uwa.edu.au

Forward-Looking Statements 

This press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, which are intended to be covered by the safe harbor provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. All statements other than statements of historical fact are forward-looking statements, including statements about the expected scope, activities and benefits of the collaboration between Quantinuum and The University of Western Australia; the potential establishment of a university-wide quantum computing applications centre; the development of quantum applications, hybrid quantum-AI-HPC workflows and quantum talent; and the potential impact of quantum computing on sectors including critical minerals, energy, agriculture and healthcare. Words such as “aim,” “anticipate,” “believe,” “could,” “expect,” “explore,” “intend,” “may,” “plan,” “potential,” “seek,” “will,” “would” and similar expressions identify forward-looking statements, although not all forward-looking statements contain these words.

Forward-looking statements are based on Quantinuum’s current expectations and assumptions and are subject to risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from those expressed or implied. These risks include, among others: the Memorandum of Understanding is non-binding, and the parties may not enter into definitive agreements or carry out the activities described; the proposed applications centre may not be established; the collaboration may not produce commercially viable applications or the expected benefits; the pace of technical progress in quantum computing; Quantinuum’s ability to maintain the availability and performance of its systems, including Helios; competition; the availability of funding, personnel and government support; and the other risks described under “Risk Factors” in Quantinuum’s Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the quarter ended June 30, 2026 and its subsequent filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission. Forward-looking statements speak only as of the date of this press release. Quantinuum undertakes no obligation to update any forward-looking statement, except as required by law.

¹ Based on two-qubit fidelity, as of December 31, 2025.

² As of December 31, 2025.

Contact: press@quantinuum.com

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