Core Insights - UnionPay signed 11 cross-border payment cooperation documents with major institutions from various countries, enhancing its global payment network [1][3] - The UnionPay Global Partners Conference 2025 focused on innovations in open payments and gathered representatives from 72 organizations worldwide [3][12] - UnionPay aims to build a connected global payment network, collaborating with partners in approximately 50 countries and regions [4][5] Cross-Border Payment Initiatives - The signed agreements include partnerships with institutions from China, Malaysia, Uzbekistan, Kyrgyzstan, Singapore, Brazil, Nepal, and Austria [1] - UnionPay has launched payment connectivity collaborations starting in Asia and expanding to South America and Africa [4] New Four-Party Model - UnionPay is developing an open and inclusive New Four-Party Model that integrates various stakeholders, including wallet operators and acquiring service providers [7] - This model aims to enhance payment connectivity and promote shared growth within the industry [6][12] AI Adoption in Payments - UnionPay is leveraging AI to improve efficiency and security in cross-border payments, reducing response time to fraudulent transactions from days to one day [13][14] - The company is fostering an AI ecosystem through collaboration with research institutes and industry partners to drive AI-powered growth [15] Future Vision - UnionPay's vision is to create a secure and efficient global payment network that benefits the real economy and users worldwide [16]

Highlights The Company has received a Certificate of Grant from the US Patent and Trademark Office for a key patent for the FAK inhibitor narmafotinibThe patent extends protection for narmafotinib to at least 2040 Melbourne, Australia, Dec. 03, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Amplia Therapeutics Limited (ASX:ATX; OTCQB:INNMF), (“Amplia” or the “Company”), announces that it has received formal notification from the US Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) that a key patent titled A salt and crystal form of a FAK Inhi ...

KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia, Dec. 03, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- BioNexus Gene Lab Corp. (NASDAQ: BGLC) ("BGLC" or the "Company"), a biotechnology company advancing precision diagnostics and gene-based technologies, today announced the formal completion of its strategic transaction with Fidelion Diagnostics Pte. Ltd. ("Fidelion") and Tongshu Biotechnology. With the closing of the agreements, BGLC has become a strategic shareholder in Fidelion Diagnostics and secured exclusive commercial rights for the VitaGuard™ T ...

MARLBOROUGH, Mass., Dec. 03, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- ConnectM Technology Solutions, Inc. (OTC: CNTM) (“ConnectM” or the “Company”), a constellation of technology-driven businesses powering the modern energy economy, today announced a current annual organic revenue run rate of $35 million, based on its existing operations and excluding revenue from its recently completed acquisitions of Amperics and Geo Impex. This compares to revenue of $22.7 million for the year ended December 31, 2024, an increase of app ...

ROSEVILLE, Minn., Dec. 03, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Hawkins, Inc. (Nasdaq: HWKN), a leading water treatment and specialty ingredients company, has completed the acquisition of the assets of Redbird Chemical, Inc. (“Redbird”). Redbird distributes chemicals to its customers in eastern Texas within both the water treatment and industrial markets. “The acquisition of Redbird Chemical is important as we continue to expand in Texas, and we see opportunities to grow our Water Treatment business through the industr ...

RA'ANANA, Israel, Dec. 03, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Inspira™ Technologies OXY B.H.N. Ltd. (NASDAQ: IINN) (“Inspira,” “Inspira Technologies,” or the “Company”), a pioneer in innovative life-support and diagnostic technologies, today announced a strategic expansion of its core blood laboratory capabilities, marking a substantial step in the Company’s evolution into a broader cutting edge technologies, positioning it for accelerated future growth. The strategic expansion includes transitioning to a substantial ...

Core Insights - UnionPay has made significant advancements in cross-border payment innovation in the Middle East with the introduction of a multi-currency card and a QR code interoperability project [1][4] Group 1: Multi-Currency Card Launch - UnionPay, in collaboration with ICBC Turkey, launched Turkey's first local multi-currency debit and credit card [2] - The card supports five currencies: Renminbi (RMB), Turkish Lira, British Pound, US Dollar, and Euro, and is usable across UnionPay's acceptance network in over 180 countries and regions [3] Group 2: QR Code Interoperability - UnionPay signed a strategic cooperation agreement with BKM, Turkey's national payment switching network, to enable QR code interoperability [2][5] - This cooperation allows UnionPay users to perform scan-to-pay transactions in Turkey and enables Turkish users to scan UnionPay QR codes globally [5][6] Group 3: Market Presence and Strategy - UnionPay has established a strong presence in the Middle East, covering 15 countries with extensive acceptance in the UAE, Qatar, Turkey, and Pakistan [7] - The company has partnered with local financial institutions for card issuance, achieving a cumulative volume of tens of millions of cards, solidifying its position as a key bank card brand in the region [8] Group 4: Future Outlook - UnionPay plans to deepen collaboration with regional financial institutions to enhance payment standard interoperability and technical systems, promoting cross-border economic exchanges and digital economic development [9]

Core Points - Flux Power Holdings, Inc. will participate in the iAccess Alpha Virtual Best Ideas Winter Investment Conference on December 9-10, 2025, with CEO Krishna Vanka and CFO Kevin Royal presenting [1] - The conference will feature webcast presentations on the first day and one-on-one meetings with pre-qualified investors on the second day [2] - A live webcast and replay of the company's presentation will be available on Flux Power's Investor Relations website [3] Company Overview - Flux Power designs, manufactures, and sells advanced lithium-ion energy storage solutions for various industrial and commercial sectors, including material handling and airport ground support equipment [4] - The company's lithium-ion battery packs offer a better performance, lower cost of ownership, and more environmentally friendly alternative to traditional lead-acid and propane-based solutions, contributing to reduced CO2 emissions and improved sustainability metrics [4]

Core Viewpoint - Kura Oncology is hosting a virtual analyst and investor event on December 8, 2025, to discuss data on the triplet combination of ziftomenib, venetoclax, and azacitidine for treating acute myeloid leukemia [1][2] Company Overview - Kura Oncology is a biopharmaceutical company focused on precision medicines for cancer treatment, with a pipeline targeting cancer signaling pathways and addressing hematologic malignancies and solid tumors [3] - The company has developed KOMZIFTI™, an FDA-approved oral menin inhibitor for adults with relapsed or refractory NPM1-mutated acute myeloid leukemia [3]

Core Insights - Lakeland Industries has secured an order from the Fire and Rescue Department of Malaysia for firefighter personal protective equipment, indicating a strong foothold in the Southeast Asian market [1][3] - The order highlights the potential for additional future orders from Bomba, as Lakeland aims to expand its presence in the high-growth Asia Pacific region [3][4] - The transaction showcases Lakeland's ability to leverage its local sales force and marketing team for effective cross-selling opportunities across its product portfolio [4] Company Overview - Lakeland Fire + Safety is a global manufacturer of protective clothing for various sectors, including industry, healthcare, and first responders, with a comprehensive line of fire services and industrial protective clothing [5] - The company sells its products globally through in-house sales teams and authorized independent sales representatives, catering to a diverse range of industries and governmental agencies [5] - Lakeland operates in over 50 countries, with significant sales in regions such as China, the European Economic Community, and Southeast Asia [5]