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  • MIL-OSI: ASM share buyback update June 23 – 27, 2025

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    Almere, The Netherlands
    June 30, 2025, 5:45 p.m. CET

    ASM International N.V. (Euronext Amsterdam: ASM) reports the following transactions, conducted under ASM’s current share buyback program.

    Date Repurchased shares Average price Repurchased value
    June 23, 2025 9,874 € 517.47 € 5,109,461
    June 24, 2025 11,169 € 533.12 € 5,954,417
    June 25, 2025 10,980 € 545.59 € 5,990,567
    Total 32,023 € 532.57 € 17,054,445

    These repurchases were made as part of the €150 million share buyback program which started on April 30, 2025. Of the total program, 40.0% has been repurchased. For further details including individual transaction information please visit: www.asm.com/investors/dividends-share-buybacks.

    About ASM International

    ASM International N.V., headquartered in Almere, the Netherlands, and its subsidiaries design and manufacture equipment and process solutions to produce semiconductor devices for wafer processing, and have facilities in the United States, Europe, and Asia. ASM International’s common stock trades on the Euronext Amsterdam Stock Exchange (symbol: ASM). For more information, visit ASM’s website at www.asm.com.

    This press release contains inside information within the meaning of Article 7(1) of the EU Market Abuse Regulation.

    Contact

    Investor and media relations

    Victor Bareño
    T: +31 88 100 8500
    E: investor.relations@asm.com

    Investor relations

    Valentina Fantigrossi
    T: +31 88 100 8502
    E: investor.relations@asm.com

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  • MIL-OSI: BexBack Unveils Limited NO KYC,100x Leverage and 100% Deposit Bonus Match to Empower Crypto Futures Traders

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    SINGAPORE, June 30, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — As Bitcoin hovers near the $100,000 mark and market volatility intensifies, BexBack Exchange has announced a new limited-time promotional campaign designed to help traders maximize their potential returns. Starting today, all new users who deposit and complete one trade within seven days will receive a $50 USDT-M welcome bonus, along with a 100% deposit, match to double their trading capital. Combined with up to 100x leverage and zero KYC requirements, this promotion positions BexBack as a powerful entry point for both beginners and advanced futures traders navigating today’s unpredictable crypto landscape.

    Advantages of 100x Leverage Crypto Futures

    1. Amplified Profits: Control large positions with a small amount of capital, capturing more profits from market fluctuations.
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    4. High Capital Efficiency: Leverage enables better use of your capital, expanding your investment potential.
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    What Is 100x Leverage and How Does It Work?

    Simply put, 100x leverage allows you to open larger trading positions with less capital. For example:

    Suppose the Bitcoin price is $100,000 that day, and you open a long contract with 1 BTC. After using 100x leverage, the transaction amount is equivalent to 100 BTC.

    One day later, if the price rises to $105,000, your profit will be (105,000 – 100,000) * 100 BTC / 100,000 = 5 BTC, a yield of up to 500%.

    With BexBack’s deposit bonus

    BexBack offers a 100% deposit bonus. If the initial investment is 2 BTC, the profit will increase to 10 BTC, and the return on investment will double to 1000%.

    Note: Although leveraged trading can magnify profits, you also need to be wary of liquidation risks.

    How Does the 100% Deposit Bonus Work?
    The deposit bonus from BexBack cannot be directly withdrawn but can be used to open larger positions and increase potential profits. Additionally, during significant market fluctuations, the bonus can serve as extra margin, effectively reducing the risk of liquidation.

    About BexBack?

    BexBack is a leading cryptocurrency derivatives platform offering up to 100x leverage on futures contracts for BTC, ETH, ADA, SOL, XRP, and over 50 other digital assets. Headquartered in Singapore, the platform also operates offices in Hong Kong, Japan, the United States, the United Kingdom, and Argentina. Like many top-tier exchanges, BexBack holds a U.S. MSB (Money Services Business) license and is trusted by more than 500,000 traders worldwide. The platform accepts users from the United States, Canada, and Europe, with zero deposit fees and 24/7 multilingual customer support, delivering a secure, efficient, and user-friendly trading experience.

    Why recommend BexBack?

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  • MIL-OSI Asia-Pac: HKSAR Government strongly condemns smears and attacks against the Hong Kong National Security Law

    Source: Hong Kong Government special administrative region

    The Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) Government today (June 30) strongly condemned and opposed the malicious attacks on and the demonisation of the Hong Kong National Security Law (HKNSL) and other laws safeguarding national security, as well as the slanderous and fact-distorting remarks made on the HKSAR’s work in safeguarding national security by foreign politicians, anti-China organisations, and various media outlets on the important occasion of the fifth anniversary of the promulgation and implementation of the HKNSL.
     
    A spokesman for the HKSAR Government pointed out, “These anti-China and destabilising forces, organisations or media have made sweepingly generalised and grandstanding comments, completely disregarding the profound historical significance of the HKNSL and its undeniable positive impact on the HKSAR. They distorted the facts and made slanderous remarks on the HKSAR and the HKNSL. They even attempted to interfere with criminal trials conducted in HKSAR courts, thereby obstructing the course of justice. On the contrary, they never utter a word about the strict enforcement of national security laws by their own countries and other governments against activities that endanger their national security. This is an entirely despicable political manipulation, and we must sternly denounce their wrongdoing to set the record straight and to expose their shameless ‘double standards’ to the world.”
     
    Positive effects of laws safeguarding national security

    The spokesman emphasised, “Safeguarding national security is a top priority of every country. In accordance with international law and international relations based on the Charter of the United Nations, It is each and every sovereign state’s inherent right to enact laws safeguarding national security, and it is also an international practice. Acts and activities endangering national security could bring very serious consequences. Prompt actions must be taken to prevent and suppress such acts and activities effectively. No country will watch with folded arms and tolerate any of such acts and activities endangering national security without taking any action. Any acts of disregarding the facts and smearing HKSAR’s work in safeguarding national security with untruthful remarks are hypocritical and irresponsible, and will not win any public support.”
     
    “For a considerable period, external forces, through their agents, have conducted infiltration and sabotage activities in Hong Kong, and further instigated the ‘black-clad violence’ and the Hong Kong version of ‘colour revolution’ in 2019, which nearly brought the ‘one country, two systems’ to ruin. With the promulgation and implementation of the HKNSL, its effect in stopping violence and curbing disorder as well as quickly restoring social stability in the Hong Kong community was immediate. The HKSAR fulfilled its constitutional duty by enacting the Safeguarding National Security Ordinance (SNSO) last year with broad societal consensus, thereby improving the legal system and enforcement mechanisms for safeguarding national security. This has enabled Hong Kong’s transition ‘from chaos to order’ and advancement ‘from stability to prosperity’.”

    “The attempts by external forces to ‘use Hong Kong to contain China’ are doomed to fail, leaving them with no option but to smear the HKNSL. However, the facts are clear for all to see, and both Hong Kong citizens and international investors have a discerning eye. Over five years of its implementation, the HKNSL has restored the rights and freedoms that Hong Kong citizens were unable to enjoy during the period of ‘black-clad violence’, and has enabled the livelihood and economic activities of the Hong Kong community at large to swiftly return to normal and the business environment to be restored and improved continuously. According to the World Competitiveness Yearbook 2025, Hong Kong’s ranking improved by two places to third globally. Also, Hong Kong continues to rank among the top three international financial centres and comes fourth in initial public offering in the world. These internationally recognised achievements are built upon the freedom and stability brought to Hong Kong society by the HKNSL, other relevant laws of the HKSAR, and the work of safeguarding national security. They also provide investors and businesses worldwide with ample confidence to develop their operations in Hong Kong and leverage on Hong Kong’s institutional advantages under ‘one country, two systems’ to explore the vast mainland China market, including the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area.” 
     
    Protection of rights and freedoms
     
    The spokesman said, “As a matter of fact, human rights in Hong Kong have always been robustly guaranteed constitutionally by both the Constitution and the Basic Law. Article 4 of the HKNSL and section 2 of the SNSO clearly stipulate that human rights shall be respected and protected in safeguarding national security in the HKSAR, and that the rights and freedoms, including the freedoms of speech, of the press, of publication, of association, of assembly, of procession and of demonstration, that Hong Kong residents enjoy under the Basic Law and the provisions of the International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights (ICCPR) and the International Covenant on Economic, Social and Cultural Rights as applied to Hong Kong, shall be protected in accordance with the law.”

    “Nonetheless, just as the case with other places in the world, many of the rights and freedoms are not absolute. The ICCPR also expressly states that certain rights and freedoms including the freedom of expression may be subject to restrictions as prescribed by law that are necessary for protection of national security, public safety, public order or the rights and freedoms of others, etc.”
     
    “In fact, the courts have clarified the boundaries of exercising freedoms and rights. The Court of Appeal’s judgment in the Tam Tak-chi case affirmed that when the definition of ‘seditious intention’ is read correctly in conjunction with the fundamental right to freedom of expression, it clearly shows that criticising the Government, the administration of justice including judgments of courts, or engaging in debates about or raising objections to Government policies or decisions, however strong, vigorous or critical they may be, does not constitute a ‘seditious intention’. This provides further clarity in differentiating between lawful and unlawful speeches.”
     
    Rule of law is strong and robust
     
    The spokesman stressed, “The rule of law in Hong Kong is strong and robust, and withstands the test of time. Article 5 of the HKNSL and section 2 of the SNSO clearly provide that the principle of the rule of law shall be adhered to in preventing, suppressing, and imposing punishment for offences endangering national security. A person who commits an act which constitutes an offence under the law shall be convicted and punished in accordance with the law. No one shall be convicted and punished for an act which does not constitute an offence under the law. A person is presumed innocent until convicted by a judicial body. The right to defend and other rights in judicial proceedings that a criminal suspect, defendant, and other parties in judicial proceedings entitled to under the law shall be protected.”
     
    “The offences endangering national security stipulated by the HKNSL and SNSO target acts endangering national security with precision, and define the elements and penalties of the offences with clarity. The HKSAR law enforcement agencies have been taking law enforcement actions based on evidence and strictly in accordance with the law in respect of the acts of the persons or entities concerned, which have nothing to do with their political stance, background or occupation.”
     
    “The Department of Justice, by virtue of Article 63 of the Basic Law, controls criminal prosecutions, makes independent prosecutorial decisions in accordance with the law, free from any interference. Prosecutions would be instituted by the Department of Justice only if there is sufficient admissible evidence to support a reasonable prospect of conviction, and if it is in the public interest to do so.”
     
    Fair and timely trial
     
    The spokesman also pointed out, “As guaranteed by the Basic Law, the HKNSL and the Hong Kong Bill of Rights, all defendants charged with a criminal offence shall have the right to a fair trial by the Judiciary exercising independent judicial power. The courts of the HKSAR shall exercise judicial power independently, free from any interference.”

    “In handling cases concerning offences endangering national security, the Judiciary, the Department of Justice and law enforcement agencies strictly comply with Article 42(1) of the HKNSL, which stipulates that ‘the law enforcement and judicial authorities of the Region shall ensure that cases concerning offences endangering national security are handled in a fair and timely manner’. The time taken between the institution of prosecution and the trial of each case depends on a multitude of factors, such as whether further investigation is required, whether the defendant needs time to obtain legal advice for consideration of his/her plea, whether the defence requires translated documents or whether the defence exercises rights under the law to make any pre-trial application, etc. All applications are handled in accordance with established procedures and due process is fully observed.”
     
    Regarding the case of Lai Chee-ying
     
    The spokesperson emphasised, “Recently, foreign politicians, anti-China organisations, and various media have continued to make irresponsible and absurd remarks, distorting the truth regarding the national security case involving Lai Chee-ying, as well as his custodial arrangements, with the intention of perverting the course of justice. The HKSAR government has repeatedly pointed out that any attempt by any country, organisation, or individual to interfere with the judicial proceedings in the HKSAR by means of political power, to prevent any defendant from receiving a fair trial that they should have, is a blatant act undermining the rule of law of Hong Kong and should be condemned. The suggestion that persons or organisations with certain backgrounds should be immune from legal sanctions for their illegal acts and activities is tantamount to granting such persons or organisations privileges to break the law, perverting the course of justice, and is totally contrary to the spirit of the rule of law. The HKSAR Government strongly urges any external forces to immediately stop interfering with the HKSAR’s internal affairs and the independent exercise of judicial power by the courts of the HKSAR.”
     
    “Regarding the custodial arrangements of Lai Chee-ying, the HKSAR Government reiterates that the Correctional Services Department (CSD) is committed to ensuring that the custodial environment is secure, safe, humane, appropriate and healthy, and has put in place an established mechanism to safeguard the rights of persons-in-custody (PICs), including regular independent visitors, namely Justices of the Peace, who inspect the prisons to ensure the rights of PICs are protected. The CSD consistently handles matters concerning Lai Chee-ying strictly in accordance with these mechanisms, no differently from other PICs. In the interests of a particular prisoner or for the maintenance of good order and discipline, the Commissioner of Correctional Services is empowered to make arrangements under section 68B of the Prison Rules that such prisoner should not associate with other prisoners (i.e. the so-called ‘solitary confinement’). One of the purposes of the relevant arrangement is to ensure the personal safety and well-being of the PIC, which can be requested by the PIC themselves and approved by the Commissioner after considering the matter in accordance with the law; or the Commissioner may make such arrangements after considering the relevant factors in accordance with the legal requirements and procedures. It must be clarified that the arrangement for Lai Chee-ying’s removal from association with other PICs has been made at his own request and approved by the CSD after considering all relevant factors in accordance with the law all along. Lai Chee-ying’s legal representative has also publicly clarified that he is receiving appropriate treatment and care in prison. Yet, many anti-China forces who make irresponsible remarks about Lai Chee-ying’s case, while claiming to ‘defend press freedom’, have continuously fabricated and distorted facts regarding his custodial arrangements and health conditions. This is indeed a desecration of press freedom.”
     
    The spokesman reiterated, “The HKSAR Government will continue to uphold its constitutional duty and steadfastly safeguard national sovereignty, security, and development interests. It will continue to resolutely fulfill its duties and obligations to safeguard national security while simultaneously protecting the lawful rights and freedoms enjoyed by Hong Kong residents and others in Hong Kong in accordance with the law. By ensuring high-quality development with high-level security, a new chapter in the practice of ‘one country, two systems’ would be continuously composed.”

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  • MIL-OSI Asia-Pac: EDB holds first “Digital Education Week 2025” kick-off ceremony with EdCity to enlighten future talents with innovative education (with photos)

    Source: Hong Kong Government special administrative region

    EDB holds first “Digital Education Week 2025” kick-off ceremony with EdCity to enlighten future talents with innovative education  
    The officiating guests of the launching ceremony include Dr Choi, the First-level Inspector of the Department of Educational, Scientific and Technological Affairs of the Liaison Office of the Central People’s Government in the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region, Mr Liu Maozhou, the Permanent Secretary for Education, Ms Michelle Li, the Under Secretary for Education, Dr Sze Chun-fai, Deputy Secretary for Education, Dr Gloria Chan, Mr Armstrong Lee Hon-cheung, the Chairperson of the Standing Committee on Language Education and Research (SCOLAR), Dr Anissa Chan Wong Lai-kuen, the Founder and Honorary President and the chairwoman of the Steering Committee of the Smart City Consortium, the Hon Elizabeth Quat and the Chairman of the QEF Steering Committee, Mr Dieter Yih Lai-tak, witnessing an important milestone of digital education development in Hong Kong together.

    To dovetail with the national development of digital education and to nurture talents for the innovation and technology (I&T) sector, the Chief Executive announced the formation of the Steering Committee on Strategic Development of Digital Education in the 2024 Policy Address. The Committee has identified four key focuses and strategic directions, namely to enhance students’ digital literacy and skills, to strengthen professional training in digital education for teachers, to optimise digital education ancillary infrastructure, as well as to strengthen ties between local, Mainland and international innovation and technology institutions, tertiary institutions, and relevant sectors to enhance synergy and promote high-quality development of digital education. The EDB has rolled out a series of activities, including organising multiple engagement sessions with stakeholders to gauge views on the development of digital education in the schools in Hong Kong. The Committee members also conducted school visits to understand of the latest progress of the implementation of digital education in schools. 
     
    Speaking at the kick-off ceremony of the Digital Education Week, Dr Choi said, “the first Digital Education Week features a wide range of enriching programmes, including the annual flagship event for the education sector, Learning & Teaching Expo 2025, as well as the International Summit on the Use of AI in Learning and Teaching Languages and Other Subjects and Post-Summit Workshop Series. These functions enable teachers to stay abreast of the latest developments in I&T and digital education, fostering professional exchanges and enhancing the effectiveness of learning and teaching. As a close partner of the EDB, the EdCity is stepping up its full efforts to promote digital education and continues to leverage on its advantages to promote the application and education of AI and computational thinking, and enhancing students’ digital literacy and skills.” Dr Choi looked forward to working in collaboration with the community to promote the deep integration of I&T and nurture more I&T talent, thereby contributing to the building of a leading country in education and a strong nation in science and technology.
     
    The Learning & Teaching Expo 2025 will bring together global educational technology resources, set up nearly 600 booths, and host more than 270 keynote speeches, seminars and public demonstration classes to fully showcase the latest teaching solutions and technology trends. While the International Summit on AIinLT will gather education experts from home and abroad to discuss the practical application of AI in various disciplines through 100 paper presentations, teaching demonstrations and 11 in-depth workshops, helping teachers and students enhance their AI literacy.
     
    Mr Lee said, “The Digital Education Week is not just an event, it is an important milestone in shaping the future of education in Hong Kong. As a wholly owned government organisation, the EdCity has been committed to promoting information technology education in Hong Kong, providing an interactive learning platform for teachers, students and parents, and contributing diversified resources and support to enhance teaching effectiveness, promote holistic development and lifelong learning. This year’s expo has newly added a Mainland China Zone, an International Pavilion and an I&T Exchange Circle. The EdCity hopes to further expand the AI education ecosystem to Mainland China and overseas, presenting the most novel and effective innovative education solutions and products from around the world to the Hong Kong education sector, and enhancing the quality of learning and teaching.”
     
    At the event, the EDB announced that the first batch of three deliverables in the e-Learning Ancillary Facilities Programme, which was funded by a provision of $500 million from the QEF, are officially rolled out today. The deliverables of the projects will also be exhibited at the Learning & Teaching Expo 2025 for teachers and students to experience. The programme provides 22 innovative e-learning solutions for primary and secondary, kindergarten and special education students in Hong Kong, 18 of which incorporate AI technology. Three of the project leaders briefed the guests on the functions and vision of the projects.
     
    Dr Anissa Chan said, “Schools and teachers have a key role to play in guiding students to use and control new technologies in an orderly and appropriate manner, rather than being controlled by them. Therefore, while embracing innovative technologies, the education sector should also be equipped with the skills to utilise AI. The inaugural International Summit on the Use of AI in Learning and Teaching Languages and Other Subjects & Post-Summit Workshop Series, co-organised by the EDB, SCOLAR, EdCity, and the Department of English and Communication of the Hong Kong Polytechnic University, aims to provide a valuable platform for teachers, researchers and others in the education sector to learn from each other and to share their own insights on the use of AI in the education sector”.
     
    In addition, witnessed by Dr Choi and Mr Lee, the Executive Director of EdCity, Dr Tenny Lam, signed cooperation agreements with the Association of I.T. Leaders in Education (AiTLE), Hong Kong Qianfan Technology and the Hong Kong Association for Computer Education (HKACE) respectively to further promote the development of digital education in Hong Kong. The EDB praised the HKACE and the AiTLE for their contributions to the development of digital education over the years, and also thanked Hong Kong Qianfan Technology and the EdCity for their collaboration to launch innovative projects to support digital education, with a view to introducing innovative technologies to the academic sector and helping the digital transformation of education.
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  • MIL-OSI USA: Wyoming Kicks Off America’s 250th withStatehood Day Celebration at the Wyoming Capitol Square

    Source: US State of Wyoming

    June 13, 2025—Cheyenne, Wyo. – On July 10, from Noon to 8 p.m. the Capitol Square will kick off a year of celebration in advance of commemorating America’s 250th anniversary next July. The July 10 celebration coincides with Wyoming statehood day and launches monthly events at the Capitol leading up to the grand celebration of America’s semi-quincentennial on July 4, 2026.

    The July 10 festivities will include guided tours of the Capitol, Wyoming history talks, live entertainment, military vehicle displays, food trucks, and activities for children.  All events are free and open to the public.

    Bring your own picnic blanket or lawn chair to relax and enjoy the entertainment on the north side of the Capitol grounds. This special day offers a meaningful and memorable experience for all ages, celebrating Wyoming’s statehood and its role in our nation’s 250-year history. More details and a full schedule are available at Wyoming’s Kickoff to America’s 250th | Wyoming 250.

    Event Program (Subject to change)

     July 10, 2025: Noon to 8 p.m.

    Food Trucks Open at Noon

    Location: 26th Street

    Enjoy a variety of local food trucks and vendors throughout the day, featuring Mad Flavors, Queso’s Kitchen, Ranch Eats, The Florista (coffee), Fritzzeria (pizza), and Paul Paul’s, serving Asian, Cajun, and soul food, and Sprosty’s Frostys (popsicles).

    Interactive History and Educational Discovery for Kids

    Location: Capitol Extension Rooms W53 and 54 and Capitol Classroom

    Presented by the Wyoming State Museum and the Wyoming Veterans Commission, these interactive exhibits feature military uniforms and a collection of touchable historical artifacts for children and families to explore.

    Military Vehicle Display

    Location: 26th Street

    Presented by the Wyoming Air National Guard and Wyoming Veterans Commission, a variety of historic and modern military vehicles will be on display.

    Wyoming History & Military Talks: Stories of Strength & Legacy

    Discover Wyoming’s rich history through engaging talks throughout the day on the following topics: Wyoming’s Suffrage Story from 1869-1920, The Wyoming State Flag and the Women Who Made it Fly, Buffalo Soldiers, The Johnson County War, Wyoming Girl Guards, 148th Field Artillery & George Ostrom, Camp Douglas POW Camp, Cheyenne B-17 Modification Center and Mountain Men. Presented in partnership with the Wyoming Veterans Commission, Wyoming State Museum, and WyoHistory. See Wyoming’s Kickoff to America’s 250th | Wyoming 250 for specific times.

    Guided Capitol Tours

    Explore the rich history and architecture of the Wyoming Capitol. Reserve your spot for a guided tour here: wyoming250.com/guided-capitol-tour-signup.

    Ribbon Cutting of Exhibits | 2 p.m.

    Join us as we unveil new exhibits detailing Wyoming’s early history and statehood. Visit Suffrage Hall in the west wing on the first level of the Capitol to learn about the citizens who fought for women’s right to vote and hold office.

    Afternoon with Esther | 3 p.m.

    A League of Her Own, sponsored by the Cheyenne League of Women Voters, presents a captivating short performance featuring Wyoming’s suffragists in conversation with Esther Hobart Morris.

     Liberty Bell Rededication | Wyoming State Museum | 4 p.m.

    The Wyoming Liberty Bell has been newly refurbished and is now on display. Come see this iconic replica of American history.

     University of Wyoming Brass Quintet | 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. | North Capitol Grounds

    Experience the energy and brilliance of these talented musicians as they deliver a selection of bold and captivating brass performances.

     Music by Jason Buchanan | 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. | North Capitol Grounds

    Come and listen as this talented Wyoming artist showcases a remarkable collection of original music, seamlessly blending soulful vocals with authentic folk elements and deeply reflective lyrics.

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  • MIL-OSI: International Petroleum Corporation Updated Share Capital

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    International Petroleum Corporation (IPC or the Corporation) (TSX, Nasdaq Stockholm: IPCO) reports the following, in accordance with the Swedish Financial Instruments Trading Act:

    Following the cancellation of 288,027 common shares repurchased by IPC under the normal course issuer bid / share repurchase program, the total number of issued and outstanding common shares of the Corporation is 113,354,532 common shares with voting rights as at June 30, 2025 and IPC holds no common shares in treasury.

    International Petroleum Corp. (IPC) is an international oil and gas exploration and production company with a high quality portfolio of assets located in Canada, Malaysia and France, providing a solid foundation for organic and inorganic growth. IPC is a member of the Lundin Group of Companies. IPC is incorporated in Canada and IPC’s shares are listed on the Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX) and the Nasdaq Stockholm exchange under the symbol “IPCO”.

    For further information, please contact:

    Rebecca Gordon
    SVP Corporate Planning and Investor Relations
    rebecca.gordon@international-petroleum.com
    Tel: +41 22 595 10 50

    Or

    		 Robert Eriksson
    Media Manager
    reriksson@rive6.ch
    Tel: +46 701 11 26 15

    This information is information that International Petroleum Corporation is required to make public pursuant to the Swedish Financial Instruments Trading Act. The information was submitted for publication, through the contact persons set out above, at 17:30 CEST on June 30, 2025.

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  • President Murmu graces first convocation of AIIMS Gorakhpur, emphasises medical service as service to humanity

    Source: Government of India

    Source: Government of India (4)

    President Droupadi Murmu attended the first convocation ceremony of AIIMS Gorakhpur on Monday, marking a milestone in the institute’s journey as a centre of medical excellence in eastern Uttar Pradesh.

    Addressing the gathering, the President praised the AIIMS network for symbolising India’s advanced medical capabilities. She said that the name “AIIMS” evokes an image of world-class treatment, cutting-edge technology, and dedicated healthcare professionals. Highlighting the institution’s achievements, she stated that AIIMS has become a model for medical education, research, and patient care across the country.

    She said, “Whether it is innovative surgical techniques, early diagnostic tools, or integrated treatments using both AYUSH and allopathy, AIIMS institutions have set new benchmarks in the medical field.”

    She added that the AIIMS model has successfully fulfilled the vision behind the establishment of India’s first such institution.

    The President lauded AIIMS Gorakhpur for making rapid progress in academics, research, and healthcare services in a short span. She noted that the institute is providing affordable and accessible health services, especially benefiting citizens in eastern Uttar Pradesh as well as neighbouring regions of Bihar and Nepal.

    Highlighting the crucial role of doctors in nation-building, President Murmu said, “Doctors not only heal individuals but also contribute to building a healthier, more productive society.” She urged the young graduates to dedicate themselves to serving underserved communities, especially in rural and tribal areas where quality healthcare is still lacking.

    The President also emphasised the importance of empathy in the medical profession. She called upon medical institutions to instil in students the values of compassion, communication, and trust-building, alongside clinical excellence. “Medicine is not just a profession—it is a service to humanity. Compassion and honesty must become part of your personality,” she advised the young doctors.

    President Murmu concluded her address by expressing confidence that AIIMS Gorakhpur will continue to play a pivotal role in delivering top-quality medical care and shaping a healthier India.

    The convocation ceremony was attended by faculty, students, dignitaries, and medical professionals from across the region.

  • MIL-OSI Russia: A meeting of the Council of Foreign Ministers of the CSTO member states was held in Kyrgyzstan

    Translation. Region: Russian Federal

    Source: People’s Republic of China in Russian – People’s Republic of China in Russian –

    Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News

    BISHKEK, June 30 (Xinhua) — The next meeting of the Council of Foreign Ministers of the Collective Security Treaty Organization (CSTO) member states was held in Cholpon-Ata, Kyrgyzstan, on Monday, the press service of the Kyrgyz Foreign Ministry reported.

    During the meeting, current issues of international and regional security were discussed, as well as the coordination of foreign policy activities of member countries within the CSTO. Particular attention was paid to the situation in the CSTO’s area of responsibility, strengthening collective approaches to countering external threats, and interaction with other international organizations.

    In his speech, Kyrgyz Foreign Minister Jeenbek Kulubayev emphasized the importance of consolidating the efforts of the CSTO member countries against the backdrop of growing global challenges and emphasized Kyrgyzstan’s commitment to the principles of collective security, equal dialogue and respect for sovereignty.

    The Minister noted that the Kyrgyz side attaches particular importance to issues of strengthening trust between the states of the region, expanding multilateral diplomacy, and the active participation of the CSTO in resolving crisis situations exclusively by peaceful means.

    In addition, the meeting participants emphasized the need to further deepen cooperation in the information sphere, counteract the spread of destructive ideologies, and strengthen the CSTO’s position in the international arena.

    Following the meeting, a number of statements were signed, including on countering radicalization leading to terrorism and extremism, on international information security, on the United Nations Regional Centre for Sustainable Development Goals for Central Asia and Afghanistan, and in connection with the situation in the Middle East.

    The meeting was attended by the foreign ministers of Belarus, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Russia, Tajikistan, as well as the CSTO Secretary General Imangali Tasmagambetov. –0–

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  • MIL-OSI Canada: Canada and Germany wrap up a milestone year of global collaboration as Eureka Network co-chairs

    Source: Government of Canada News (2)

    June 30, 2025 – Ottawa, Ontario – National Research Council of Canada

    After a groundbreaking year, Canada and Germany concluded their historic co-chairship of the Eureka Network. For the first time in the network’s history, 2 countries jointly led the world’s largest public network for research and innovation. 

    The National Research Council of Canada (NRC) and Germany’s Federal Ministry of Research, Technology and Space (BMFTR) led the year-long co-chairship, which ran from July 1, 2024, to June 30, 2025. Together, the co-chairs advanced the strategic goals of Eureka, facilitated new partnerships, and supported research and innovation projects across various industries and countries.

    Major milestones from the Canada-Germany Eureka co-chairship:

    • Circular Value Creation (CVC) call for proposals: A key initiative of the co-chairship focused on sustainability and resource efficiency, inviting participation from 17 countries. This is the largest joint call across Eureka in its history. The CVC call remains open until September 2025, providing exciting opportunities for innovators to work with international partners in the circular economy space.
    • Expanded global partnerships: One of the co-chairship’s most significant achievements was the strategic expansion of Eureka’s role within both the European and global innovation ecosystems. This includes the development of a joint action plan to strengthen cooperation between Eureka and the European Union in the medium to long term. The year also included the successful re-association of Singapore, which further enhances Eureka’s global outreach and fosters greater cross-regional collaboration. 
    • Impactful research and innovation opportunities: During the co-chairship, Eureka initiated several innovative bilateral and multilateral calls for proposals, focusing on areas such as light weighting and disaster resilience for climate solutions. These calls paved the way for groundbreaking innovation in addressing critical global challenges.
    • Eureka Global Innovation Summit 2025: A key highlight of the co-chairship was the Eureka Global Innovation Summit (GIS), held in April 2025 during Hannover Messe. The summit attracted more than 900 participants from around the world, including government ministers, industry leaders, and R&D experts. Canada had a strong delegation of companies who took full advantage of matchmaking opportunities, pitching sessions, and various B2B engagements designed to help create connections with potential R&D partners.

    Looking ahead 

    With the conclusion of the Canada–Germany co-chairship, the baton has officially passed to Switzerland for the 2025–2026 term. Canada remains fully committed to global collaborative innovation. As we move forward, we will continue to work side by side with our global partners — going further together.

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  • MIL-OSI USA: Rep. Young Kim, Colleagues Lead Bipartisan ARMOR Act to Strengthen AUKUS

    Source: United States House of Representatives – Representative Young Kim (CA-39)

    Washington, DC – On Friday, House Foreign Affairs East Asia and Pacific Subcommittee Chairwoman Young Kim (CA-40), Arms Sales Task Force Chairman Ryan Zinke (MT-01), and Rep. Madeleine Dean (PA-04) introduced the AUKUS Reform for Military Optimization and Review Act (ARMOR) Act, a bipartisan bill that would streamline and strengthen the Australia, United Kingdom, and United States (AUKUS) trilateral security partnership.  

    POLITICO National Security Daily first covered the bill HERE.  

    The ARMOR Act strengthens the expedited review process for AUKUS transfers, exports, and other activities involving advanced technologies and defense articles and services.  

    “The AUKUS trilateral security partnership protects our national security and projects shared strength,” said Congresswoman Kim. “The ARMOR Act will improve and streamline the expedited review process for AUKUS activities involving   advanced technologies and defense articles and services. This will ensure that AUKUS Pillar II works as intended and with speed to deter pressing security threats.  I thank Reps. Zinke and Dean for joining me in this bipartisan effort.”  

    “Since it’s creation in 2021, AUKUS has played a transformative role in allowing the United States to counter the rising threat China poses and shape a free and open Indo-Pacific for years to come,” said Congresswoman Dean. “This legislation will strengthen the historic AUKUS partnership by streamlining arms sales to some of our closest allies — Australia, the United Kingdom, and Canada — while preserving Congress’s oversight authority and protecting the most sensitive U.S. technologies that underpin our security. I am grateful to work with Representative Kim to champion this critical, bipartisan effort to support our allies and bolster our shared defense.”  

    “The United States shares a special relationship with the UK and Australia that goes far beyond a mutual language; our countries are the closest of allies and we collaborate on economic and global security to make the world a safer and more prosperous place. Expediting the sale of defense items and services to these close allies will strengthen our partnership and enhance America’s strength worldwide. I am proud to support this important piece of bipartisan legislation from Congresswoman Kim, and I look forward to continuing our work on the Foreign Military Sales Task Force,” said Congressman Zinke. 

    AUKUS is a trilateral security pact between Australia, the United Kingdom, and the United States formed in 2021. There are two pillars of AUKUS: 

    • Pillar I is focused on helping Australia acquire nuclear-powered submarines.  
    • Pillar II focuses on joint development and sharing of advanced technologies to boost military and defense capabilities. The ARMOR Act specifically relates to Pillar II. 

    Read more about the bill HERE and read the bill HERE. 

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  • MIL-OSI United Nations: Security Council Discusses Middle East Crisis

    Source: United Nations General Assembly and Security Council

    Meetings Coverage

    9950th Meeting (AM)

    The Security Council will today discuss Israeli settlements in the Occupied Palestinian Territory, pursuant to resolution 2334 (2016), which requests the Secretary-General to report to the Council every three months on the implementation of the resolution’s provisions.  Khaled Khiari, Assistant Secretary-General for the Middle East, Asia and the Pacific, Departments of Political and Peacebuilding Affairs and Peace Operations, is expected to brief the Council on the Secretary-General’s latest report.  However, speakers are also likely to address broader issues affecting the region, including aid delivery, military operations in Gaza, and regional spillover effects.

    Middle East
    Palestinian issues

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  • MIL-OSI Africa: Mukuru and Payfast Deliver on the Promise of Online Shopping for Cash-Paying South Africans

    South Africa’s predominantly cash-based economy is making significant inroads into the e-commerce sector, thanks to the growing success of the partnership between financial services platform Mukuru (www.Mukuru.com) and payment gateway Payfast by Network. For over a year, the two businesses have been enabling access to online shopping for cash-paying South Africans. Through MukuruPay (MPay), cash-first customers can now participate in digital commerce, unlocking new market segments for thousands of local retailers. 

    The partnership’s success stems from its ability to address a long-standing gap in the e-commerce market—the exclusion of millions of South Africans who prefer or rely on cash. A recent Payfast (https://apo-opa.co/4eMSDXX) “State of Pay” report shows that cash is the fourth preferred payment methods for customers and competes with widely used options such as card, open banking/ instant EFT and QR code. Likewise, an SBV Cash Survey 2024 (https://apo-opa.co/40shqdC) white paper outlines that 22% (over 13 million) of South Africans are cash-reliant and are not willing or cannot switch to other forms of payment. The study reveals that this group is vulnerable in the shift to digital services, despite holding immense economic potential.  

    Mukuru’s partnership with Payfast is helping to bridge the gap between cash and digital commerce by making e-commerce more accessible to cash-first consumers in South Africa. Throughout 2024, the company has seen a growing number of businesses adopt its payment option via Payfast, reflecting increased demand across sectors such as internet services, digital goods, fashion, groceries, bill payments, and education.  

    Timothee Dura, Head of Merchant Payments at Mukuru, says, “South Africa’s e-commerce cannot accept only cards and digital payment methods like EFTs or wallets. It needs to work for everyone. We are bridging the digital divide by meeting cash-first consumers where they are—offering them convenience and access to goods and services that were previously out of reach with a payment method that is familiar to them. This is how we build a more inclusive financial ecosystem in South Africa.” 

    For merchants, MPay offers a way to reach customers who have traditionally been excluded from online shopping due to their reliance on cash. The payment method builds on Mukuru’s long-standing experience with cash-first communities and is available through the Payfast by Network dashboard for registered merchants. Once MPay is enabled, a customer shopping on the merchant’s online store selects Mukuru as the payment option at checkout. The system generates a unique order number, valid for 36 hours. The customer can then pay in cash at any of Mukuru’s 11,000+ payment points across South Africa—including major retailers like Spar, Pick n’ Pay, Boxer, and Shoprite.  

    As soon as the customer pays, Mukuru alerts the merchant—enabling swift order fulfilment. MPay also helps merchants reduce operational costs by cutting down on cash handling, removing the need for cash-on-delivery, and minimising the risk of fraud.  

     For consumers, MPay presents an alternative to cash on delivery, particularly relevant in informal or rural areas, where logistical challenges and safety concerns are more frequent. It enables participation in digital commerce while retaining the familiarity of cash payments, facilitated through Mukuru’s established physical network. 

    “The increasing adoption of MPay on Payfast by merchants reflects our conviction that cash-first customers are critical to South Africa’s e-commerce economy. We remain committed to bridging the gap between cash and digital payments, creating safer, regulated, and accessible pathways for unbanked and underserved communities to participate in the formal economy”, concludes Dura. 

    Distributed by APO Group on behalf of Mukuru.

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    About Mukuru:  
    Mukuru is a leading next generation financial services platform in Southern Africa that offers affordable and reliable financial services to a customer base of over 17 million+ across Africa, Asia and Europe. With over 100 million transactions to date, our core was built providing international money transfers and from this base, we’ve developed a set of services to address the broader financial needs of our customers. We now operate in over 70 countries and across over 570 remittance corridors. 

    We are a business that puts the customer at the centre of everything we do, and for that reason, we serve clients across physical and digital channels, by various payment methods (cash, card, wallet) as well as a range of engagement platforms including WhatsApp, USSD, contact centre, App, website, agents and a branch and booth network. 

    Mukuru has been listed among the top 100 Cross Border Payments businesses globally for the sixth consecutive year in the 2025 FXC Intelligence Top 100 Cross-Border Payment Companies. In 2024, Mukuru won the IAMTN Payments Network Customers Experience Excellence Award for exceptional customer satisfaction and was accredited as a Top Employer in South Africa for 2024 and 2025 by the Top Employers Institute.  

    In 2023, Mukuru ranked sixth on the LinkedIn Top Companies List in South Africa. We aso received the Fintech Innovation of the Year Award at the 2023 Africa Tech Festival Awards for its role in driving economic growth and financial inclusion.  

    Further information can be found at: https://apo-opa.co/44x1h87

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  • MIL-OSI Africa: Economic empowerment laws key to redress – President Ramaphosa

    Source: South Africa News Agency

    South Africa’s empowerment laws may be distinct, however such laws are not a unique global occurrence, says President Cyril Ramaphosa.

    The country’s empowerment laws, particularly the Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment legal framework, have come under public and media debate over the past few months.

    In his weekly newsletter released on Monday, the President said that the empowerment laws are practical, feasible and responsive to “economic conditions, without deviating from the objective of redressing the economic injustices” of the past when Africans and other people of colour were excluded from meaningful economic participation during apartheid.

    “Empowerment laws are not unique to South Africa. These laws are often referred to as indigenisation or localisation measures. They exist in various forms in other emerging market economies with similar histories of race-based economic exclusion such as India, Zambia, Indonesia, Nigeria, Malaysia and Brazil.

    “A number of these jurisdictions compel foreign investors or multinationals, who wish to invest in the economies of those countries or in certain sectors of their economy, to fully set aside equity stakes in their companies to local entities as a prerequisite for operating in the country. This can serve be seen as a barrier to entry for investment in certain environments. 

    “However, we have found that many would-be investors do embrace these measures as they enhance inclusiveness, lead to broad acceptance of their companies and tend to grow market share,” he said.

    The President explained that South African empowerment laws earn distinction in that the measures are “practical and innovative”.

    “In addition to having a pure equity participation measure, we have introduced the Equity Equivalent Investment Programme (EEIP). 

    “It was created to accommodate multinationals whose global practices or policies prevent them from complying with the B-BBEE ownership element through the ‘traditional’ sale of equity or shares. It allows multinationals to invest in socio-economic, skills and enterprise development in South Africa without selling equity in their local subsidiaries,” President Ramaphosa said.

    He pushed back on suggestions that EEIP is a circumvention of empowerment laws and public assertions that it is a “response to the conditions of a particular company or sector”.

    “Neither are factually correct. Firstly, the EEIP is not new and has been in existence for a decade. It is firmly embedded in our laws and is not an attempt to ‘water down’ B-BBEE.

    “Secondly, there are stringent requirements for multinationals to participate. All EEIP initiatives must be aligned to government’s economic policies and strategic goals. There is firm government-backed oversight over EEIP programmes that must be broad-based in terms of impact. 

    “Since its inception, the EEIP has encompassed a broad range of sectors and onboarded some of the world’s leading multinational firms such as Hewlett-Packard, Samsung, JP Morgan, Amazon, IBM and automotive firms such as BMW, Volkswagen, Nissan and Toyota,” he highlighted.

    President Ramapohosa cited technology conglomerate, Microsoft’s investment as an example of how EEIP can lead to local development.

    “Microsoft announced a R1.32 billion investment over 10 years in skills and supplier and 4IR research and development – under the EEIP.

    “These firms have leveraged the EEIP to direct investment into local development, to incubate black, youth and women-owned businesses, and to fund skills development. This has in turn assisted government in achieving a number of policy and also infrastructure goals.

    “Equity Equivalents have been proven to be a practical B-BBEE compliance tool for multinationals operating in South Africa, and we will continue to leverage them in pursuit of economic growth and job creation,” he said.

    Changing perceptions

    President Ramaphosa reiterated his stance that economic growth and transformation can co-exist.

    “Not only do we have to move away from the perception that we must make a choice between growth and transformation – we also have to shift the mindset that compliance with B-BBEE is punitive or burdensome. 

    “By supporting firms with compliance, they are able to embrace empowerment as a meaningful investment in South African’s long-term economic stability. This is a sound strategy that recognises that a transformed South African economy is one in which their investments are safe and guaranteed,” he said.

    The President highlighted that since the introduction of empowerment laws, the “playing field” has evolved.

    “The emergence of new industries, whether it is digital technology, advanced manufacturing, AI or renewable energy, means South Africa must actively position itself to attract greater foreign and domestic investment in these sectors or risk being left behind.

    “As a country, we have had to adapt and evolve in response to these economic trends, and continue to do so,” President Ramaphosa said.

    He emphasised that even as economies and trends evolve, economic transformation remains a government imperative.

    “We are clear that our empowerment laws remain central to our goal of economic transformation in South Africa and are here to stay. As business and industry, as labour and indeed, as all of society we should remain firmly behind these laws that are integral to undoing the injustices of the past. 

    “Our focus going forward must remain creating an enabling policy environment, driving key structural reforms, supporting innovation, and reducing regulatory barriers to harness the potential of emerging industries and support existing ones. 

    “Beyond the spirited and often heated debates currently underway around B-BBEE and the EEIP, the pursuit of inclusive economic growth that creates jobs and improves the lives of our people remains our overriding goal,” President Ramaphosa said. – SAnews.gov.za

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  • MIL-OSI Europe: ASIA/CAMBODIA – Coadjutor of the Apostolic Vicar of Phnom Penh: “An important step for the Catholic Church in Cambodia”

    Source: Agenzia Fides – MIL OSI

    Catholic Church Cambodia

    Phnom Penh (Agenzia Fides) – In 1975, the young Cambodian priest Joseph Chmar Salas was appointed coadjutor of the Apostolic Vicar of Phnom Penh by Pope Paul VI. He was the first Cambodian bishop in history. Cambodia and the Cambodian people were experiencing the darkest period in their history at that time: Chmar Salas became one of the victims of the Khmer Rouge regime and died in 1977 in Tangkok, far from his Vicariate. In the 1990s, after this sad period, marked by death and suffering, when religious freedom was reinstated in the country, the Holy See entrusted the local Church to the priests of the Paris Foreign Missions (MEP). The Apostolic Vicar of Phnom Penh was initially Yves Ramousse (MEP), then Émile Destombes (MEP) (since 2001), and finally, since 2010, the current Vicar, Olivier Schmitthaeusler. On June 28, 2025, fifty years after the appointment of the first Cambodian bishop, history repeated itself: Cambodian priest Pierre Suon Hang Ly was appointed Coadjutor Apostolic Vicar of Phnom Penh. The current Vicar, Bishop Schmitthaeusler, told Fides: “Leo XIV has given the Church of Cambodia a great gift by appointing a Cambodian as Coadjutor of the Vicariate of Phnom Penh. Priests, religious, and all the communities are full of joy and happiness and warmly welcome Pierre Suon Hang Ly to Phnom Penh.” “This is a very important step for the Catholic Church in Cambodia,” Bishop Olivier Schmitthaeusler continued. “I have been asking the Holy See for this for some time. Now the time is ripe.” “The appointment of a Cambodian Apostolic Vicar is a sign of the maturity of our local Church and a strong signal to root the small Catholic Church even more deeply in the society, culture, and life of the country,” he continues. “As for me, I will continue my service as Apostolic Vicar of Phnom Penh for some time, flanked by Bishop Ly. Together, as brothers in the episcopate, as successors of the Apostles, we will now be the shepherds of this part of the People of God, serving the Church with love, but also with greater readiness and renewed dynamism to proclaim the Good News in all parts of the Vicariate.” “We will be on this journey together with our brother priests, our seminarians, all religious orders, diocesan offices, parishes, Catholic NGOs, and lay missionaries,” assures Bishop Schmitthaeusler, who invokes the protection of the Virgin Mary: “We entrust ourselves to Our Lady of the Mekong to guide us in our mission during this Holy Year of Hope. Let us pray for one another in this historic moment for our Catholic Church in Cambodia.” And he concludes: “We thank the Lord for the presence of Bishop Ly as Coadjutor of the Vicariate, and we thank him for having accepted this new task of serving the People of God in Phnom Penh with trust and dedication. Bishop Ly already knows the Vicariate of Phnom Penh very well, with its diversity, its dynamism, and its challenges in this new society that is being built”. Pierre Suon Hang Ly was born on April 15, 1972, in Pho Thom, the hometown of Bishop Joseph Chmar Salas. He attended the major seminary first in Battambang and then in Phnom Penh. He was ordained a priest on December 9, 2001. From 2002 to 2007, he he carried out pastoral service in Kampot and Takeo, and then studied at the Catholic Institute in Paris until 2015. Upon his return to Phnom Penh, he was appointed parish priest of the new pastoral unit of Thmey and Vicar General. In July 2022, he was appointed Apostolic Prefect of Kompong Cham, a position he has held so far. (PA) (Agenzia Fides, 30/5/2025)
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  • MIL-OSI Europe: ASIA/VIETNAM – Forty new priests in Vietnam during the month of the Sacred Heart of Jesus

    Source: Agenzia Fides – MIL OSI

    Monday, 30 June 2025

    Archdiocese of Ho Chi Minh city

    Ho Chi Minh City (Agenzia Fides) – The Catholic Church in Vietnam continues to flourish in priestly vocations. In June 2025, the month dedicated to the Sacred Heart of Jesus and traditionally reserved for priestly ordinations, forty new priests were ordained, a precious gift for the Vietnamese Church: six in the Diocese of Da Nang, thirteen in the Diocese of Can Tho, in the Mekong Delta, and twenty-one in the Archdiocese of Ho Chi Minh City.The Diocese of Da Nang joyfully welcomed six new priests, “consecrated to be each an Alter Christus, to become pastors of the People of God, not to live for themselves, but to be all things to all people,” said Monsignor Joseph Dang Duc Ngan, Archbishop of Hue and Apostolic Administrator of Da Nang, during the solemn ordination of six priests, celebrated on June 24 in Da Nang Cathedral, attended by numerous faithful. Referring to the life of Saint John the Baptist, the Prelate recalled: “A priest does not become perfect from the day of his ordination. The priesthood is a journey of daily growth in Christ and constant strengthening in the Holy Spirit to fulfill the mission of God and the Church with joy and true love.” The following day, June 25, in Soc Trang Cathedral, Diocese of Can Tho, Bishop Peter Le Tan Loi presided over the ordination of thirteen new priests. During the celebration, the bishop invited the community “to unite in prayer and accompany the new priests, so that they may always lead a life faithful to their pastoral identity: humble, holy, and dedicated to the flock.”On June 27, 2025, the Day of the Sanctification of the Priesthood, the diocese of Ho Chi Minh City celebrated the ordination of twenty-one new priests. In his homily, Archbishop Joseph Nguyen Nang, Archbishop of the archdiocese, emphasized: “The priest is not like a robot of the modern age. The priest, in his ministry, takes God’s will seriously so that, in every action – liturgical, pastoral, and charitable – he may transmit the Good News.”At the Shrine of Our Lady of Bai Dau, in the Diocese of Ba Ria, Bishop Emmanuel Nguyen Hong Son presented six seminarians who received diaconal ordination during the Mass of the Sacred Heart of Jesus. (AD/PA) (Agenzia Fides, 30/6/2025)
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  • MIL-OSI United Nations: 30 June 2025 PRET for impact: Advancing pandemic preparedness in Democratic People’s Republic of Korea

    Source: World Health Organisation

    On 8-9 May 2025, a core team from the DPR Korea Ministry of Public Health participated in a two-day virtual workshop. The workshop included a mini-simulation exercise and was organized by WHO SEARO in collaboration with WHO’s Preparedness and Resilience to Emerging Threats (PRET) Secretariat at WHO Headquarters and the WHO Country Office for DPR Korea.  

    Adapted from WHO’s Exercise panPRET-1, the simulation focused on a fictional influenza outbreak to test national systems for surveillance, risk assessment and response coordination. The exercise highlighted both strengths and areas for improvement in DPR Korea’s preparedness planning. 

    Key outcomes of this exercise included: 

    • a trained cadre of national facilitators ready to lead future simulation exercises; and 
    • a roadmap for revising the National Influenza Pandemic Preparedness Plan (NIPPP) to include respiratory pathogens. 

    Building on the experience from an in-person regional simulation exercise held in 2024, this event highlighted the value of knowledge sharing and developing practical skills through virtual engagement to build a sustainable, country-led response.  

    The existing NIPPP was updated in 2019, with the inputs from in-country workshop supported by experts from all levels of WHO. Looking ahead, DPR Korea plans to conduct a national multisectoral workshop and simulation exercise later in 2025, led by newly trained facilitators. These efforts will directly support the ongoing revision of the current NIPPP into broader PRET based plan and contribute to stronger national health security.

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  • MIL-OSI United Nations: 30 June 2025 PRET for impact: Advancing pandemic preparedness in Democratic People’s Republic of Korea

    Source: World Health Organisation

    On 8-9 May 2025, a core team from the DPR Korea Ministry of Public Health participated in a two-day virtual workshop. The workshop included a mini-simulation exercise and was organized by WHO SEARO in collaboration with WHO’s Preparedness and Resilience to Emerging Threats (PRET) Secretariat at WHO Headquarters and the WHO Country Office for DPR Korea.  

    Adapted from WHO’s Exercise panPRET-1, the simulation focused on a fictional influenza outbreak to test national systems for surveillance, risk assessment and response coordination. The exercise highlighted both strengths and areas for improvement in DPR Korea’s preparedness planning. 

    Key outcomes of this exercise included: 

    • a trained cadre of national facilitators ready to lead future simulation exercises; and 
    • a roadmap for revising the National Influenza Pandemic Preparedness Plan (NIPPP) to include respiratory pathogens. 

    Building on the experience from an in-person regional simulation exercise held in 2024, this event highlighted the value of knowledge sharing and developing practical skills through virtual engagement to build a sustainable, country-led response.  

    The existing NIPPP was updated in 2019, with the inputs from in-country workshop supported by experts from all levels of WHO. Looking ahead, DPR Korea plans to conduct a national multisectoral workshop and simulation exercise later in 2025, led by newly trained facilitators. These efforts will directly support the ongoing revision of the current NIPPP into broader PRET based plan and contribute to stronger national health security.

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  • Indian economy remains a key driver of global growth: RBI

    Source: Government of India

    Source: Government of India (4)

    Despite an uncertain and challenging global economic backdrop, the Indian economy remains a key driver of global growth, underpinned by sound macroeconomic fundamentals and prudent macroeconomic policies, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) said on Monday.

    The Reserve Bank, in the June 2025 issue of its ‘Financial Stability Report (FSR)’, said that elevated economic and trade policy uncertainties are testing the resilience of the global economy and the financial system.

    “Financial markets remain volatile, especially core government bond markets, driven by shifting policy and geopolitical environment. Alongside, existing vulnerabilities such as soaring public debt levels and elevated asset valuations have the potential to amplify fresh shocks,” it read.

    However, the domestic financial system is exhibiting resilience fortified by healthy balance sheets of banks and non-banks, said the RBI.

    Financial conditions have eased supported by accommodative monetary policy and low volatility in financial markets. The strength of the corporate balance sheets also lends support to overall macroeconomic stability.

    “The soundness and resilience of scheduled commercial banks (SCBs) are bolstered by robust capital buffers, multi-decadal low non-performing loans ratio and strong earnings,” the RBI report mentioned.

    Results of macro stress tests affirm that most SCBs have adequate capital buffers relative to the regulatory minimum even under adverse stress scenarios. Stress tests also validate the resilience of mutual funds and clearing corporations.

    “Non-banking financial companies (NBFCs) remain healthy with sizable capital buffers, robust earnings and improving asset quality. The consolidated solvency ratio of the insurance sector also remains above the minimum threshold limit,” it noted.

    In this global milieu, the Indian economy remains a key driver of global growth. Growth momentum is buoyed by strong domestic growth drivers, sound macroeconomic fundamentals and prudent policies.

    “Nonetheless, external spillovers and weather-related events could pose downside risks to growth. The outlook for inflation, on the other hand, is benign and there is greater confidence in the durable alignment of inflation with the Reserve Bank’s target,” said RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra.

    Financial sector regulators remain committed to protecting customers, promoting competition and fostering innovation as they strike the right balance between improving efficiency and growth, and safety and soundness.

    “Financial stability, like price stability, is a necessary condition, and not a sufficient one to boost India’s potential growth. As custodians of financial stability, we must endeavour to develop a well-functioning financial system that not only promotes macroeconomic stability but also provides financial services efficiently,” said Malhotra.

    (IANS)

  • NATO fund backs biotech startup in push to counter biological threats

    Source: Government of India

    Source: Government of India (4)

    The NATO Innovation Fund has made its first investment in a biotechnology company, it said on Monday, seeking to enhance defences against biological threats

    The fund is co-leading a $35 million fundraising round for Portal Biotech, which uses protein sequencing to detect engineered threats and defend against biological warfare.

    UK-based Portal Biotech’s capability is essential for biosecurity defence and security, said Ana Bernardo-Gancedo, senior associate at NATO Innovation Fund.

    “We believe that it is absolutely imperative that we are able to detect, monitor and create countermeasures,” she said.

    The fund, created in 2022 after the Russian invasion of Ukraine, plans to invest more than $1 billion in technologies that would enhance NATO’s defences.

    Portal Biotech uses an AI-backed technology with biological sensors that can work at the single molecule level on-site, giving results within hours.

    “It’s for everything from measuring diseases to better pandemic prevention … you can take this out of large labs with long turnaround times and into the field,” CEO Andy Heron told Reuters.

    Heron said the company’s instruments can detect any pathogen and can be used for continuous monitoring of anything from a field to water supply.

    “It allows you not just to detect what you did know was out there, but it allows you to detect what you didn’t know,” he said.

    Beyond biosecurity, Portal Biotech expects its portable equipment to aid in drug discovery and precision medicine.

    The company’s investors include Earlybird Venture Capital, Science Creates VC, Pillar VC, 8VC, We VC and British Business Bank.

    (Reuters)

  • MIL-OSI: Trust Stamp Partners with Neural Payments to Bring Innovative ID Security to the $3.2 Trillion P2P Payment Sector

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    With 8% of all banking customers saying they’ve been victimized by a P2P scam in the last 12 months, Trust Stamp and Neural Payments partner to decrease the risk of fraud and make banks and their customers more secure

    Atlanta, GA, June 30, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Trust Stamp (Nasdaq: IDAI) today announced a partnership with Neural Payments for the integration of Trust Stamp’s low-code Orchestration Platform. Neural Payments provides banks and credit unions with real-time person-to-person (P2P) payments, advanced fraud prevention, and flexible disbursement solutions. This integration provides robust Identity Verification for Know Your Customer (KYC) processes and selfie-based reauthentication for payments.

    With the proliferation of popular P2P apps like PayPal, Venmo, Cash App, and Zelle, the global P2P payment market size is projected to hit USD 3.63 trillion this year and reach USD 16.21 trillion by 2034, growing at a CAGR of 18.10% from 2025 to 2034. Fraudsters have taken notice and are using combinations of generative AI and social engineering to intercept payments or trick users into voluntarily sending them money.

    Andrew Gowasack, Trust Stamp’s President, commented, “I am excited to partner with Neural Payments to bring our AI-powered technology to the payment sector. Neural Payments has taken a proactive approach by enabling users to enroll using their face and government ID document, then to approve future payments with a selfie. Rather than storing sensitive biometric information, selfies are converted into Irreversibly Transformed Identity Tokens (IT2) which can be compared to future IT2. There is no need for callbacks, insecure one-time passcodes sent via SMS or email, or authenticator apps. Approving a payment is as easy as taking a selfie!”

    Andrew Gowasack added, “Neural Payments already serves nearly 80 financial institutions, bringing the highest levels of security while removing friction for both payee and recipient. The Neural Payments team brings significant payments experience and top-tier technology. Financial institutions now have the convenience of security through Neural Payments, along with the strength of Trust Stamp’s identity fraud detection.”

    Mick Oppy, founder and CEO of Neural Payments, commented, “At Neural Payments, we’re committed to making it easier and safer for banks and credit unions to offer the P2P experiences their customers demand. Fraud mitigation is no longer a passive issue for financial institutions – it’s a top concern that requires real-time and preemptive action. By integrating Trust Stamp’s cutting-edge identity verification directly into the payment flow, we’re equipping financial institutions with the tools to reduce fraud, streamline authentication, and keep their customers’ money and trust exactly where it belongs. With Trust Stamp, we’re signaling our commitment to both our customers and our 2025 growth aspirations as we push towards becoming the FinTech of choice for P2P payments.”

    Both Trust Stamp and Neural Payments are graduates of the Independent Community Bankers of America (ICBA) ThinkTECH Accelerator. ICBA exclusively represents the nation’s nearly 4,500 community banks in the United States through its advocacy, education, and innovation pillars.

    “Partnerships like this fulfill the promise of ICBA’s ThinkTECH Accelerator to drive innovation that addresses our industry’s most pressing challenges and opportunities,” said Charles Potts, ICBA executive vice president and chief innovation officer. “By combining advanced identity verification with seamless real-time payments, Trust Stamp and Neural Payments are delivering a solution tailored to community bank priorities—strengthening security, simplifying compliance, and elevating the customer experience.”

    To learn more about the capabilities of Neural Payments, visit https://neuralpayments.com/solutions.

    Enquiries

    Trust Stamp – Email: Shareholders@truststamp.ai

    Andrew Gowasack, President: agowasack@truststamp.ai 

    About Trust Stamp

    Trust Stamp, the Privacy-First Identity CompanyTM, is a global provider of AI-powered identity services for use in multiple sectors, including banking and finance, regulatory compliance, government, real estate, communications, and humanitarian services. Its technology empowers organizations with advanced solutions that reduce fraud, protect personal data privacy, increase operational efficiency, and reach a broader base of users worldwide through its unique data transformation and comparison capabilities.

    Located across North America, Europe, Asia, and Africa, Trust Stamp trades on the Nasdaq Capital Market (Nasdaq: IDAI).

    Safe Harbor Statement: Caution Concerning Forward-Looking Remarks 

    All statements in this release that are not based on historical fact are “forward-looking statements” including within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 and the provisions of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. The information in this announcement may contain forward-looking statements and information related to, among other things, the company, its business plan and strategy, and its industry. These statements reflect management’s current views with respect to future events-based information currently available and are subject to risks and uncertainties that could cause the company’s actual results to differ materially from those contained in the forward-looking statements. Investors are cautioned not to place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date on which they are made. The company does not undertake any obligation to revise or update these forward-looking statements to reflect events or circumstances after such date or to reflect the occurrence of unanticipated events.

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  • MIL-OSI: Trust Stamp Partners with Neural Payments to Bring Innovative ID Security to the $3.2 Trillion P2P Payment Sector

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    With 8% of all banking customers saying they’ve been victimized by a P2P scam in the last 12 months, Trust Stamp and Neural Payments partner to decrease the risk of fraud and make banks and their customers more secure

    Atlanta, GA, June 30, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Trust Stamp (Nasdaq: IDAI) today announced a partnership with Neural Payments for the integration of Trust Stamp’s low-code Orchestration Platform. Neural Payments provides banks and credit unions with real-time person-to-person (P2P) payments, advanced fraud prevention, and flexible disbursement solutions. This integration provides robust Identity Verification for Know Your Customer (KYC) processes and selfie-based reauthentication for payments.

    With the proliferation of popular P2P apps like PayPal, Venmo, Cash App, and Zelle, the global P2P payment market size is projected to hit USD 3.63 trillion this year and reach USD 16.21 trillion by 2034, growing at a CAGR of 18.10% from 2025 to 2034. Fraudsters have taken notice and are using combinations of generative AI and social engineering to intercept payments or trick users into voluntarily sending them money.

    Andrew Gowasack, Trust Stamp’s President, commented, “I am excited to partner with Neural Payments to bring our AI-powered technology to the payment sector. Neural Payments has taken a proactive approach by enabling users to enroll using their face and government ID document, then to approve future payments with a selfie. Rather than storing sensitive biometric information, selfies are converted into Irreversibly Transformed Identity Tokens (IT2) which can be compared to future IT2. There is no need for callbacks, insecure one-time passcodes sent via SMS or email, or authenticator apps. Approving a payment is as easy as taking a selfie!”

    Andrew Gowasack added, “Neural Payments already serves nearly 80 financial institutions, bringing the highest levels of security while removing friction for both payee and recipient. The Neural Payments team brings significant payments experience and top-tier technology. Financial institutions now have the convenience of security through Neural Payments, along with the strength of Trust Stamp’s identity fraud detection.”

    Mick Oppy, founder and CEO of Neural Payments, commented, “At Neural Payments, we’re committed to making it easier and safer for banks and credit unions to offer the P2P experiences their customers demand. Fraud mitigation is no longer a passive issue for financial institutions – it’s a top concern that requires real-time and preemptive action. By integrating Trust Stamp’s cutting-edge identity verification directly into the payment flow, we’re equipping financial institutions with the tools to reduce fraud, streamline authentication, and keep their customers’ money and trust exactly where it belongs. With Trust Stamp, we’re signaling our commitment to both our customers and our 2025 growth aspirations as we push towards becoming the FinTech of choice for P2P payments.”

    Both Trust Stamp and Neural Payments are graduates of the Independent Community Bankers of America (ICBA) ThinkTECH Accelerator. ICBA exclusively represents the nation’s nearly 4,500 community banks in the United States through its advocacy, education, and innovation pillars.

    “Partnerships like this fulfill the promise of ICBA’s ThinkTECH Accelerator to drive innovation that addresses our industry’s most pressing challenges and opportunities,” said Charles Potts, ICBA executive vice president and chief innovation officer. “By combining advanced identity verification with seamless real-time payments, Trust Stamp and Neural Payments are delivering a solution tailored to community bank priorities—strengthening security, simplifying compliance, and elevating the customer experience.”

    To learn more about the capabilities of Neural Payments, visit https://neuralpayments.com/solutions.

    Enquiries

    Trust Stamp – Email: Shareholders@truststamp.ai

    Andrew Gowasack, President: agowasack@truststamp.ai 

    About Trust Stamp

    Trust Stamp, the Privacy-First Identity CompanyTM, is a global provider of AI-powered identity services for use in multiple sectors, including banking and finance, regulatory compliance, government, real estate, communications, and humanitarian services. Its technology empowers organizations with advanced solutions that reduce fraud, protect personal data privacy, increase operational efficiency, and reach a broader base of users worldwide through its unique data transformation and comparison capabilities.

    Located across North America, Europe, Asia, and Africa, Trust Stamp trades on the Nasdaq Capital Market (Nasdaq: IDAI).

    Safe Harbor Statement: Caution Concerning Forward-Looking Remarks 

    All statements in this release that are not based on historical fact are “forward-looking statements” including within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 and the provisions of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. The information in this announcement may contain forward-looking statements and information related to, among other things, the company, its business plan and strategy, and its industry. These statements reflect management’s current views with respect to future events-based information currently available and are subject to risks and uncertainties that could cause the company’s actual results to differ materially from those contained in the forward-looking statements. Investors are cautioned not to place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date on which they are made. The company does not undertake any obligation to revise or update these forward-looking statements to reflect events or circumstances after such date or to reflect the occurrence of unanticipated events.

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  • MIL-OSI: YURU COIN Officially Launches, Bringing Japan’s National Mascot Phenomenon into Web3

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    TOKYO, June 30, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — YURU COIN, the official token of Japan’s beloved Yuru-Chara Grand Prix, has officially launched, marking the first time the country’s largest regional mascot competition enters the blockchain era. With over 738 million page views and 170 million cumulative votes since 2011, the Grand Prix has become a cornerstone of Japanese pop culture — and now, YURU COIN is set to transform this legacy into a decentralized digital economy.

    A Token Built on Scarcity: The Deflationary Model

    YURU COIN operates on a fully deflationary tokenomics model. All tokens were minted at launch — with no additional issuance ever planned. Every time fans vote, participate in official campaigns, or interact with mascot NFTs, YURU COIN is burned or consumed, reducing the available supply. This unique economic structure ensures increasing scarcity and potential value growth as user engagement grows. Unlike speculative tokens that inflate markets with excess supply, YURU COIN’s value is driven by cultural participation and real-world utility.

    Real Cultural Utility: From Votes to Economic Power
    YURU COIN is not just a cryptocurrency—it is a token of participation in one of Japan’s most widely recognized and cherished cultural events. The Yuru-Chara Grand Prix has become a national tradition, allowing hundreds of regional mascots to gain popularity and recognition through fan voting and local promotions. And the results have been more than symbolic—they’ve been economic.

    Consider Kumamon, the bear mascot from Kumamoto Prefecture and the Grand Prix’s first-ever champion. As of 2024, Kumamon’s merchandise sales reached ¥162.6 billion, with a record high of ¥166.4 billion in 2023, and a cumulative economic impact exceeding ¥1.45 trillion ($10 billion USD). This demonstrates the real-world power of character branding—not just for public relations, but for regional economies.

    Winning the Yuru-Chara Grand Prix can literally be worth hundreds of millions of dollars in economic value — and now, YURU COIN gives fans a tokenized way to help make that happen.

    A Decentralized Bridge Between Culture and Crypto

    With the introduction of YURU COIN, voting for your favorite character is no longer just symbolic — it becomes an act of economic support.

    Every vote powered by YURU COIN reinforces scarcity, creates digital demand, and fuels a new layer of community engagement. Fans, municipalities, and businesses alike can align around a decentralized, transparent voting and reward system that reflects real value.

    This marks a major shift: from character branding as passive entertainment to token-driven, participatory economics.

    Cross-Border Potential: Proven in China
    Before the pandemic, the Yuru-Chara Grand Prix had already begun cultural collaboration initiatives in China, including public exhibitions and mascot exchanges.

    Although temporarily paused by COVID-19, these efforts are now set to resume — with YURU COIN acting as the digital infrastructure to support global voting, character campaigns, and NFT-based engagement across borders.

    By combining local culture with decentralized technology, YURU COIN is positioned to expand this unique Japanese character tradition to international audiences, starting with China and the broader Asian market.

    The Future of Mascots is On-Chain

    Mascots like Kumamon have proven that cute characters can generate trillion-yen-level economic value through emotional resonance, strong storytelling, and regional identity.

    With YURU COIN, the next generation of mascot champions will rise not only through votes but through on-chain validation, powered by community support, blockchain transparency, and deflationary mechanics.

    This is more than a token. It’s a cultural infrastructure. It’s a gateway to a new kind of participation economy — where the people decide, and the blockchain records.

    Join the movement. Vote with value. Power the future of character culture.

    Website: https://en.coin.yurugp.jp
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  • MIL-OSI Russia: Grigory Kulishenko defended the Chinese people at the cost of his life and will forever remain in the memory of future generations

    Translation. Region: Russian Federal

    Source: People’s Republic of China in Russian – People’s Republic of China in Russian –

    Source: People’s Republic of China – State Council News

    CHONGQING, June 30 (Xinhua) — Wei Yingxiang, a native of Wanzhou in southwest China’s Chongqing City, never imagined that his life would be linked to a Soviet pilot he had never met. The pilot’s name was Grigory Akimovich Kulishenko.

    Grigory Akimovich Kulishenko, born in 1903, became a squadron commander of bombers in the Soviet Air Force, and in 1939, together with his comrades, was sent by the Soviet government to China with two groups of bombers to help the Chinese people in the War of Resistance against Japanese Aggression.

    In October 1939, G. A. Kulishenko, leading a bomber group of the volunteer air forces for aid to China, carried out a raid on the Japanese airfield in Hankou and inflicted serious damage on the Japanese army.

    On the way back, G. A. Kulishenko’s plane was intercepted by the enemy and one of the engines was shot down, as a result of which he was wounded in the chest and left shoulder. When he took off over Wanxian County (now Wanzhou District, Chongqing City), the plane lost its balance, and in order to protect the plane and people on the ground, the commander refused the parachute and made an emergency landing on the surface of the Yangtze River in the Chenjiaba District of Wanxian County.

    Two of his comrades swam to the shore, but the wounded Kulishenko was carried away by the current and died a heroic death at the age of 36.

    Local residents found the pilot’s body 20 days later. They held a memorial service and funeral in his honor.

    “I experience the misfortune of the Chinese people as if I were experiencing the misfortune of my homeland. It is very hard for me to see how the Japanese indiscriminately bomb Chinese soil,” G. Kulishenko said with feeling during his lifetime.

    The Chinese people have not forgotten this hero.

    In 1958, the Wanxian County People’s Government built a special cemetery for G. Kulishenko. That year, Wei Yingxiang was 4 years old. He thought that this hero must be great.

    Wei Yingxiang’s grandfather lived by the Yangtze River and volunteered to search for G. A. Kulishenko’s remains along the river along with many other people. His grandfather told him that G. A. Kulishenko died defending the Chinese people.

    That year, Wei Yingxiang’s mother, Tan Zhonghui, took on the duties of guardian of G.A. Kulishenko’s grave. At the age of 31, Tan Zhonghui was engaged in landscaping in Xishan Park. Due to her respect for G.A. Kulishenko, she volunteered to guard the grave, clean the cemetery, wipe the tombstone, pull out weeds, trim branches and leaves, regardless of the weather.

    In 1977, before retiring, Wei Yingxiang’s mother wanted to entrust her son with guarding the grave. Young Wei Yongxiang thought that working at the cemetery was boring and monotonous. But his mother insisted that he should be persistent even in monotonous tasks: “This hero’s home is far from Chongqing, and he has no relatives here, so we should accompany him and not let him feel lonely.”

    Since then, guarding the grave of Grigory Kulishenko became the most honorable thing in Wei Yingxiang’s life. There were organizations and enterprises that offered him a high salary, but Wei Yingxiang rejected the offers one after another.

    After retiring in 2014, he still visits the cemetery every day, as if visiting an old friend. “I always worry and worry about him,” Wei Yingxiang said, adding that his mother also influenced him. After her retirement, she would go to the cemetery every morning to check if everything was in order, so that her heart would be at peace. In 2018, Tan Zhonghui died at the age of 91. Before her death, she still remembered Grigory Kulishenko’s grave and asked her son to protect it.

    For decades, under the care of this mother and son, the G. A. Kulishenko cemetery has served as an example of the gratitude of the Chinese people, and the exploits of the heroes have been passed down from generation to generation.

    Around the tombstone of G. Kulishenko grow tall trees planted by Tan Zhonghui, Wei Yingxiang’s mother. He said that he would guard this grave during his lifetime, because for him “this is not only a responsibility and deep gratitude, but also the conscience of the Chinese people.” -0-

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  • MIL-OSI: CBAK Energy Forms Strategic Partnership with Anker Innovations to Establish Battery Cell Manufacturing Facility in Malaysia, with Potential Orders Valued at Up to US$357 Million

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    DALIAN, China, June 30, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — CBAK Energy Technology, Inc. (NASDAQ: CBAT) (“CBAK Energy” or the “Company”), a leading manufacturer of lithium-ion and sodium-ion batteries and comprehensive electric energy solutions in China, today announced that its wholly-owned subsidiary, China BAK Asia Holdings Limited (“China BAK”), has entered into a significant strategic partnership (the “Partnership”) with Anker Innovations Technology Co., Ltd. (Shenzhen Stock Exchange: 300866, “Anker Innovations”), a global leader in intelligent hardware and one of CBAK Energy’s largest customers. As part of this Partnership, CBAK Energy will establish a new battery cell manufacturing facility in Malaysia (the “Malaysian Project”), with construction beginning immediately. The facility is expected to commence mass production of the Company’s flagship LFP cylindrical battery models, 32140 and 40135, by the end of 2025.

    In recognition of CBAK Energy’s commitment to expanding its global manufacturing presence, Anker Innovations and CBAK Energy have established a long-term cooperation framework, with potential orders valued at approximately US$357 million. Both parties have also expressed a strong mutual intent to collaborate closely on the Malaysian Project. Since 2022, Anker Innovations has steadily increased its procurement of battery cells from CBAK Energy, becoming the Company’s largest customer. The majority of these purchases have centered around the Model 32140 LFP cylindrical batteries, which power Anker’s high-demand portable energy storage products—particularly in the U.S. market. The new Partnership marks a deepening of this long-term collaboration.

    CBAK Energy has completed the registration of its Malaysian entity and expects to begin facility renovation as early as next month.
    Zhiguang Hu, Chief Executive Officer of CBAK Energy, commented, “We are thrilled to enter into this strategic partnership with Anker Innovations, a highly respected and globally recognized brand. This long-term order commitment, along with substantial prepayments, reflects Anker’s strong confidence in our technical capabilities, product performance, and manufacturing quality. We are fully committed to allocating all necessary internal resources to ensure the successful launch of the Malaysian Project and the fulfillment of this transformative order.”

    About CBAK Energy
    CBAK Energy Technology, Inc. (NASDAQ: CBAT) is a leading high-tech enterprise in China engaged in the development, manufacturing, and sales of new energy high power lithium batteries and raw materials for use in manufacturing high power lithium batteries. The applications of the Company’s products and solutions include electric vehicles, light electric vehicles, electric tools, energy storage, uninterruptible power supply (UPS), and other high-power applications. In January 2006, CBAK Energy became the first lithium battery manufacturer in China listed on the Nasdaq Stock Market. CBAK Energy has multiple operating subsidiaries in Dalian, Nanjing and Shaoxing, as well as a large-scale R&D and production base in Dalian.
    For more information, please visit ir.cbak.com.cn.

    Safe Harbor Statement
    This press release contains “forward-looking statements” that involve substantial risks and uncertainties. All statements other than statements of historical facts contained in this press release, including statements regarding our future results of operations and financial position, strategy and plans, and our expectations for future operations, are 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. We have attempted to identify forward-looking statements by terminology including “anticipates,” “believes,” “can,” “continue,” “could,” “estimates,” “expects,” “intends,” “may,” “plans,” “potential,” “predicts,” “should,” or “will” or the negative of these terms or other comparable terminology. Our actual results may differ materially or perhaps significantly from those discussed herein, or implied by, these forward-looking statements.
    The forward-looking statements included in this press release are made as of the date of this press release and the Company undertakes no obligation to publicly update or revise any forward-looking statements, other than as required by applicable law.

    For further inquiries, please contact:
    In China:
    CBAK Energy Technology, Inc.
    Investor Relations Department
    Email: ir@cbak.com.cn 

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  • MIL-OSI: CBAK Energy Forms Strategic Partnership with Anker Innovations to Establish Battery Cell Manufacturing Facility in Malaysia, with Potential Orders Valued at Up to US$357 Million

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    DALIAN, China, June 30, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — CBAK Energy Technology, Inc. (NASDAQ: CBAT) (“CBAK Energy” or the “Company”), a leading manufacturer of lithium-ion and sodium-ion batteries and comprehensive electric energy solutions in China, today announced that its wholly-owned subsidiary, China BAK Asia Holdings Limited (“China BAK”), has entered into a significant strategic partnership (the “Partnership”) with Anker Innovations Technology Co., Ltd. (Shenzhen Stock Exchange: 300866, “Anker Innovations”), a global leader in intelligent hardware and one of CBAK Energy’s largest customers. As part of this Partnership, CBAK Energy will establish a new battery cell manufacturing facility in Malaysia (the “Malaysian Project”), with construction beginning immediately. The facility is expected to commence mass production of the Company’s flagship LFP cylindrical battery models, 32140 and 40135, by the end of 2025.

    In recognition of CBAK Energy’s commitment to expanding its global manufacturing presence, Anker Innovations and CBAK Energy have established a long-term cooperation framework, with potential orders valued at approximately US$357 million. Both parties have also expressed a strong mutual intent to collaborate closely on the Malaysian Project. Since 2022, Anker Innovations has steadily increased its procurement of battery cells from CBAK Energy, becoming the Company’s largest customer. The majority of these purchases have centered around the Model 32140 LFP cylindrical batteries, which power Anker’s high-demand portable energy storage products—particularly in the U.S. market. The new Partnership marks a deepening of this long-term collaboration.

    CBAK Energy has completed the registration of its Malaysian entity and expects to begin facility renovation as early as next month.
    Zhiguang Hu, Chief Executive Officer of CBAK Energy, commented, “We are thrilled to enter into this strategic partnership with Anker Innovations, a highly respected and globally recognized brand. This long-term order commitment, along with substantial prepayments, reflects Anker’s strong confidence in our technical capabilities, product performance, and manufacturing quality. We are fully committed to allocating all necessary internal resources to ensure the successful launch of the Malaysian Project and the fulfillment of this transformative order.”

    About CBAK Energy
    CBAK Energy Technology, Inc. (NASDAQ: CBAT) is a leading high-tech enterprise in China engaged in the development, manufacturing, and sales of new energy high power lithium batteries and raw materials for use in manufacturing high power lithium batteries. The applications of the Company’s products and solutions include electric vehicles, light electric vehicles, electric tools, energy storage, uninterruptible power supply (UPS), and other high-power applications. In January 2006, CBAK Energy became the first lithium battery manufacturer in China listed on the Nasdaq Stock Market. CBAK Energy has multiple operating subsidiaries in Dalian, Nanjing and Shaoxing, as well as a large-scale R&D and production base in Dalian.
    For more information, please visit ir.cbak.com.cn.

    Safe Harbor Statement
    This press release contains “forward-looking statements” that involve substantial risks and uncertainties. All statements other than statements of historical facts contained in this press release, including statements regarding our future results of operations and financial position, strategy and plans, and our expectations for future operations, are 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. We have attempted to identify forward-looking statements by terminology including “anticipates,” “believes,” “can,” “continue,” “could,” “estimates,” “expects,” “intends,” “may,” “plans,” “potential,” “predicts,” “should,” or “will” or the negative of these terms or other comparable terminology. Our actual results may differ materially or perhaps significantly from those discussed herein, or implied by, these forward-looking statements.
    The forward-looking statements included in this press release are made as of the date of this press release and the Company undertakes no obligation to publicly update or revise any forward-looking statements, other than as required by applicable law.

    For further inquiries, please contact:
    In China:
    CBAK Energy Technology, Inc.
    Investor Relations Department
    Email: ir@cbak.com.cn 

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  • MIL-OSI: Multi-Country Certified RICH Miner Introduces Free Cloud-Based Miners Platform for BTC, ETH, DOGE Enthusiasts

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    New York City, June 30, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — In an era of growing interest in digital assets and decentralized infrastructure, RICH Miner, a certified multi-jurisdictional cloud-based crypto platform, has launched a newly enhanced offering aimed at lowering the entry threshold for digital currency participants. Through the debut of its zero-cost contract model, users can now engage with automated cloud miners tied to major cryptocurrencies—including Bitcoin (BTC), Ethereum (ETH), and Dogecoin (DOGE)—without purchasing or operating physical equipment.

    RICH Miner’s model allows for remote activation of managed contracts across its infrastructure, which spans verified facilities in Europe, Asia, and North America. The platform’s operations are powered by renewable energy and governed under multi-country compliance frameworks, creating a solution that is not only accessible and scalable but also aligned with sustainability and legal transparency.

    “The core purpose of this release is to create room for users—regardless of background or budget—to gain firsthand access to digital asset infrastructure,” said a RICH Miner spokesperson. “By combining operational automation, green energy, and legal clarity, we are building a foundation that reflects the future of mining: clean, inclusive, and decentralized.”

    Redefining Access: From Hardware to Hosted Systems

    Historically, participation in crypto mining has required high-end GPUs, ASICs, and electricity-intensive operations. RICH Miner replaces this traditional structure with a fully hosted model, where users engage through cloud-based contract terms. These contracts—available in flexible durations—run on distributed systems monitored and optimized by AI, removing friction points often associated with setup, security, and maintenance.

    The newly released free tier is intended as a discovery tool—allowing new users to explore the model without financial risk—while maintaining the same operational integrity as paid contract levels.

    Technical Foundations and Environmental Focus

    The RICH Miner network is deployed across energy-efficient facilities strategically located in regions with renewable power availability. Its backend infrastructure supports:

    • Fully automated contract deployment
    • AI-guided performance optimization
    • Real-time reward calculation
    • Multi-asset compatibility with BTC, ETH, DOGE, LTC, XRP, and USDT
    • Mobile and desktop integration with multilingual support
    • Certified compliance in multiple jurisdictions, including the UK, Canada, and Singapore

    The company maintains a rigorous internal audit process to uphold its environmental and regulatory commitments, aligning with evolving ESG frameworks.

    Broader Industry Implications

    The introduction of no-cost, no-hardware crypto mining services comes at a time when the global digital asset economy is both expanding and maturing. Regulatory clarity is beginning to emerge in several key markets, and institutional as well as individual users are looking for secure, low-barrier pathways into blockchain-based income streams.

    By delivering an infrastructure-based, contract-driven system backed by geographic diversity and renewable sourcing, RICH Miner offers a model that aligns with industry trends toward decentralization, carbon reduction, and automated asset engagement.

    About RICH Miner
    RICH Miner is a UK-registered, multi-country certified cloud miners provider offering fully managed cryptocurrency infrastructure for global users. With operations in several energy-optimized facilities and a commitment to regulatory transparency, RICH Miner enables secure, scalable, and sustainable engagement with major digital currencies—all without physical hardware or technical overhead.

    Media Contact
    RICH Miner
    info@richminer.com
    https://richminer.com

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  • MIL-OSI: Hyra Network Honored as “Technology Startup of the Year” at the 2025 Globee® Awards

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    DUBAI, United Arab Emirates, June 30, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The digital economy has witnessed transformative platforms that fundamentally changed resource sharing: Grab revolutionized transportation, Airbnb transformed hospitality, and Shein disrupted supply chains. Now, a Vietnamese technology company is redefining the next frontier-computational power sharing itself.

    Hyra Network has been officially named “Technology Startup of the Year” at the prestigious 2025 Globee® Awards for Technology, marking a watershed moment for decentralized artificial intelligence infrastructure. This recognition validates an ambitious vision that could reshape how the world builds, owns, and benefits from AI technology.

    (Official winner list available at: globeeawards.com/2025-winners-technology)

    The Vision Behind Innovation

    This breakthrough platform is researched and developed by Hyra Tek JCS (Vietnam) and operated by Hyra Tek Smart Solution L.L.C (UAE). Hyra Network’s mission is to democratize computational power by activating billions of idle devices and transforming everyday users into AI infrastructure providers.

    Hyra Network serves as the flagship platform alongside Hyra AI, creating an unprecedented model where computational resources are shared across distributed networks rather than concentrated in centralized data centers. If ride-sharing optimizes vehicle utilization and home-sharing maximizes property efficiency, then computational sharing unlocks vast processing power lying dormant in smartphones, computers, and IoT devices globally.

    Global Recognition for Excellence

    The Globee® Awards represent the technology sector’s highest honor, with winners selected by over 100 seasoned professionals including C-suite executives, venture capitalists, and industry analysts.

    “This honor transcends our company – it validates the entire movement toward democratized AI infrastructure,” said Mr. Jonh Tran, Founder of Hyra Network. “We’re witnessing global acknowledgment that the future of AI belongs not to centralized monopolies, but to communities that collectively own and benefit from these powerful technologies.”

    The decentralized AI infrastructure and compute resource-sharing model of Hyra Network

    Pioneering Community-Powered AI

    At its core, Hyra Tek’s innovation centers on Hyra AI, one of the world’s first Train-to-Earn platforms. This system allows users to convert personal devices into active AI training nodes, earning rewards while contributing to advanced model development. The Layer-3 blockchain architecture supports high-throughput, low-latency workloads, enabling scalable AI training and inference at the network’s edge.

    The economic model creates a virtuous cycle: participants provide computational resources, earn tangible rewards, and simultaneously advance AI capabilities that benefit the broader ecosystem.

    Global Impact

    Today, the Hyra ecosystem spans more than 205 countries, powering a global network of approximately 2.5 million connected devices, including 700,000 active online nodes and over 1 million KYC-verified users. With strong community engagement across Southeast Asia, Latin America, and Africa, Hyra delivers more than 360,000 teraflops of distributed computing power and supports a growing base of enterprise clients – now serving over 10 paying customers. This real-world adoption reaffirms Hyra’s core belief: that distributed, permissionless infrastructure can drive meaningful innovation while remaining truly open and accessible to all.

    As artificial intelligence and DePIN technologies gain momentum, Hyra positions itself at the technological vanguard, architecting the foundation for a more equitable, intelligent, and inclusive AI future.

    Media Contact

    Jess Dao – Brand Manager
    pr@hyra.network
    Office No. C1804-166 – Mulk Nakheel Celik Building, Business Bay, Dubai, UAE

    Photos accompanying this announcement are available at:
    https://www.globenewswire.com/NewsRoom/AttachmentNg/c68cfcf1-94ef-429d-a06b-2b7c914137de
    https://www.globenewswire.com/NewsRoom/AttachmentNg/aba5b027-80ec-4494-8ce1-41c720be04e8
    https://www.globenewswire.com/NewsRoom/AttachmentNg/05a2242b-5102-458c-ba09-cde359f246cd

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  • MIL-OSI: Hyra Network Honored as “Technology Startup of the Year” at the 2025 Globee® Awards

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    DUBAI, United Arab Emirates, June 30, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The digital economy has witnessed transformative platforms that fundamentally changed resource sharing: Grab revolutionized transportation, Airbnb transformed hospitality, and Shein disrupted supply chains. Now, a Vietnamese technology company is redefining the next frontier-computational power sharing itself.

    Hyra Network has been officially named “Technology Startup of the Year” at the prestigious 2025 Globee® Awards for Technology, marking a watershed moment for decentralized artificial intelligence infrastructure. This recognition validates an ambitious vision that could reshape how the world builds, owns, and benefits from AI technology.

    (Official winner list available at: globeeawards.com/2025-winners-technology)

    The Vision Behind Innovation

    This breakthrough platform is researched and developed by Hyra Tek JCS (Vietnam) and operated by Hyra Tek Smart Solution L.L.C (UAE). Hyra Network’s mission is to democratize computational power by activating billions of idle devices and transforming everyday users into AI infrastructure providers.

    Hyra Network serves as the flagship platform alongside Hyra AI, creating an unprecedented model where computational resources are shared across distributed networks rather than concentrated in centralized data centers. If ride-sharing optimizes vehicle utilization and home-sharing maximizes property efficiency, then computational sharing unlocks vast processing power lying dormant in smartphones, computers, and IoT devices globally.

    Global Recognition for Excellence

    The Globee® Awards represent the technology sector’s highest honor, with winners selected by over 100 seasoned professionals including C-suite executives, venture capitalists, and industry analysts.

    “This honor transcends our company – it validates the entire movement toward democratized AI infrastructure,” said Mr. Jonh Tran, Founder of Hyra Network. “We’re witnessing global acknowledgment that the future of AI belongs not to centralized monopolies, but to communities that collectively own and benefit from these powerful technologies.”

    The decentralized AI infrastructure and compute resource-sharing model of Hyra Network

    Pioneering Community-Powered AI

    At its core, Hyra Tek’s innovation centers on Hyra AI, one of the world’s first Train-to-Earn platforms. This system allows users to convert personal devices into active AI training nodes, earning rewards while contributing to advanced model development. The Layer-3 blockchain architecture supports high-throughput, low-latency workloads, enabling scalable AI training and inference at the network’s edge.

    The economic model creates a virtuous cycle: participants provide computational resources, earn tangible rewards, and simultaneously advance AI capabilities that benefit the broader ecosystem.

    Global Impact

    Today, the Hyra ecosystem spans more than 205 countries, powering a global network of approximately 2.5 million connected devices, including 700,000 active online nodes and over 1 million KYC-verified users. With strong community engagement across Southeast Asia, Latin America, and Africa, Hyra delivers more than 360,000 teraflops of distributed computing power and supports a growing base of enterprise clients – now serving over 10 paying customers. This real-world adoption reaffirms Hyra’s core belief: that distributed, permissionless infrastructure can drive meaningful innovation while remaining truly open and accessible to all.

    As artificial intelligence and DePIN technologies gain momentum, Hyra positions itself at the technological vanguard, architecting the foundation for a more equitable, intelligent, and inclusive AI future.

    Media Contact

    Jess Dao – Brand Manager
    pr@hyra.network
    Office No. C1804-166 – Mulk Nakheel Celik Building, Business Bay, Dubai, UAE

    Photos accompanying this announcement are available at:
    https://www.globenewswire.com/NewsRoom/AttachmentNg/c68cfcf1-94ef-429d-a06b-2b7c914137de
    https://www.globenewswire.com/NewsRoom/AttachmentNg/aba5b027-80ec-4494-8ce1-41c720be04e8
    https://www.globenewswire.com/NewsRoom/AttachmentNg/05a2242b-5102-458c-ba09-cde359f246cd

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  • MIL-OSI: Euronet and Jalin Awarded Best Retail Payment Technology in Asia by The Asian Banker

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    JAKARTA, Indonesia, June 30, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — PT Jalin Pembayaran Nusantara (Jalin), a subsidiary of Indonesia’s state-owned holding company Danareksa and one of Indonesia’s Central Payment Infrastructures, and Euronet (NASDAQ: EEFT), a global leader in payments processing and cross-border transactions, have been awarded the “Best Retail Payment Technology Initiative in Asia Pacific” at the Asian Banker Global Financial Technology Innovation Awards 2025. The award acknowledges the companies’ groundbreaking efforts in modernizing Indonesia’s national payment infrastructure—one of the most ambitious and complex projects of its kind in the Asia Pacific region.

    Jalin selected Euronet’s Ren Payments Platform to modernize its payment processing environment, which powers a wide range of services delivered through member banks to millions of Indonesians. These include interbank ATM cash withdrawals and deposits, interoperable Point-of-Sale (POS) and QR code transactions, and support for regional interoperability through ASEAN’s cross-border QR payment initiative.

    A key highlight of this initiative was also the consolidation of the ATM networks of Indonesia’s four state-owned banks—BRI, BNI, Bank Mandiri, and BTN, collectively known as the Himbara group—into a single nationwide platform under the ATM Link brand. This platform, operated by Jalin and powered by Euronet’s ATM software and payments switch, represents a strategic shift toward shared infrastructure to boost operational efficiency, reduce capital expenditures and foster greater focus on customer innovation.

    “This award is a testament to the strength of our collaboration and the transformative power of the Ren Payments Platform,” said Sundeep Rawal, Managing Director, Euronet Indonesia. “By delivering a scalable, real-time, and cloud-native system, we’ve helped create a truly modern and inclusive payment ecosystem for Indonesia. What sets the Ren platform apart is its versatility to handle a wide spectrum of services across ATMs, POS terminals, QR code transactions and cardless payments—all within a single, unified infrastructure. This allows our partners to simplify operations, drive innovation faster and serve customers more efficiently across both physical and digital channels.”

    Ario Tejo Bayu Aji, CEO of Jalin, added, “This initiative represents more than just a technological upgrade—it’s a showcase of how collaboration among state-owned enterprises can deliver strategic, nation-scale infrastructure. Our partnership with Euronet has been instrumental in bringing this modernization vision to life.”

    The initiative has already achieved significant results. Over 4,500 ATMs now operate under the ATM Link brand, replacing the previously fragmented networks of individual Himbara banks.

    This initiative is aligned with the country’s accelerating shift toward digital payments. According to Bank Indonesia, digital transaction volume in 2024 grew by over 30% year-on-year, driven by mobile banking, QRIS usage, and fintech adoption. This rapid growth underscores the need for robust, flexible, and interoperable platforms like Ren to support Indonesia’s digital transformation agenda.

    About Euronet

    Founded in 1994, Euronet (NASDAQ: EEFT) is a global leader in payments and cross-border transaction services. Its real-time digital and cash payments network spans more than 200 countries and territories, with:

    • 55,512 installed ATMs
    • 1.2 million EFT POS terminals
    • Prepaid services at 735,000 POS terminals across 64 countries
    • A global money transfer network with 624,000 locations in 199 countries

    Euronet’s network connects to 4 billion bank accounts and 3.2 billion digital wallets, as well as 4 billion Visa debit cards through Visa Direct.

    Headquartered in Leawood, Kansas, USA, Euronet has 67 offices worldwide. Visit www.euronetworldwide.com for more information.

    About Ren Payments Platform

    Ren is Euronet’s modern, cloud-native payments platform designed for high-volume, mission-critical transactions. With a microservices-based architecture, Ren supports issuing, acquiring, core switching, and payment hubs—all through open APIs and flexible deployment on public cloud or private data centers.

    Ren enables seamless integration with legacy systems, empowering organizations to innovate without overhauling infrastructure. Learn more at www.renpayments.com.

    About PT Jalin Pembayaran Nusantara

    Established in 2016 by the Ministry of SOEs, Himbara banks, and PT Telkom Indonesia (Persero) Tbk, Jalin is Indonesia’s largest state-owned payment network integrator. Jalin operates the LINK network, supporting ATM and CRM transactions, debit cards, mobile banking, QRIS services, and other digital and physical payment solutions. In 2019, the majority of Jalin’s shares were transferred to PT Danareksa (Persero).

    Today, Jalin serves over 85 financial institutions and fintech providers across Indonesia. It holds global certifications such as ISO 27001, ISO 9001, ISO 37001, PCI DSS, and PCI PIN, reflecting its commitment to world-class operational and security standards.

    Learn more at www.jalin.co.id.

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  • MIL-OSI: KANZHUN LIMITED Announces Pricing of Share Offer

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    BEIJING, June 30, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — KANZHUN LIMITED (“BOSS Zhipin” or the “Company”) (Nasdaq: BZ; HKEX: 2076), a leading online recruitment platform in China, today announced the pricing of its share offer (the “Share Offer”) of an aggregate of 34,500,000 Class A ordinary shares of the Company, including 4,500,000 Class A ordinary shares offered pursuant to the Company’s full exercise of the offer size adjustment option. The Share Offer is comprised of a Hong Kong public offering (the “Hong Kong Public Offering”), and an international offering (the “International Offering”).

    The final offer price for both the Hong Kong Public Offering and the International Offering (the “Offer Price”) has been set as HK$66.00 per share. Based on the ratio of two Class A ordinary shares per Nasdaq-listed American depositary share (“ADS”) and an exchange rate of HK$7.8499 to US$1.00, the Offer Price translates to approximately US$16.82 per ADS. The final offer price has been set by the Company out of sincerity, and the Company would like to express gratitude to its investors for their participation in the share offer.

    Subject to approval from the Stock Exchange of Hong Kong Limited (the “Hong Kong Stock Exchange”), the Class A ordinary shares of the Company are expected to begin dealing on the Main Board of the Hong Kong Stock Exchange on Friday, July 4, 2025. The Share Offer is expected to close on the same day, subject to customary closing conditions.

    Based on the Offer Price, the net proceeds from the Share Offer (after full exercise of the offer size adjustment option) is estimated to be approximately HK$2,199.9 million (US$280.3 million), after deducting estimated underwriting fees and other expenses payable, based on an exchange rate of HK$7.8499 to US$1.00. The Share Offer is intended to further enhance the Company’s financial flexibility, broaden its shareholder base, improve stock liquidity, and support its healthy and sustainable development. The net proceeds from the Share Offer will be used in investment in technology and related infrastructure, the development of new business initiatives, strategic acquisitions or investment opportunities and for working capital and general corporate purposes.

    Goldman Sachs (Asia) L.L.C. and Morgan Stanley Asia Limited (in alphabetical order) act as the overall coordinators for the Share Offer. Goldman Sachs (Asia) L.L.C., Morgan Stanley Asia Limited (in alphabetical order) and Huatai Financial Holdings (Hong Kong) Limited act as the joint global coordinators for the Share Offer. Goldman Sachs (Asia) L.L.C., Morgan Stanley Asia Limited (in alphabetical order), Huatai Financial Holdings (Hong Kong) Limited, Futu Securities International (Hong Kong) Limited and Tiger Brokers (HK) Global Limited act as joint bookrunners and joint lead managers for the Share Offer.

    The International Offering is being made only by means of a preliminary prospectus supplement dated June 24, 2025 and the accompanying prospectus included in an automatic shelf registration statement on Form F-3 filed with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (the “SEC”) on December 16, 2022, which automatically became effective upon filing. The registration statement on Form F-3 and the preliminary prospectus supplement are available at the SEC website at: http://www.sec.gov. The final prospectus supplement will be filed with the SEC and will be available on the SEC’s website at: http://www.sec.gov. When available, copies of the final prospectus supplement and the accompanying prospectus relating to the offering may also be obtained from Goldman Sachs & Co. LLC, 200 West Street, New York, New York 10282, Attention: Prospectus Department, Telephone: 1 (866) 471-2526, Email:  Prospectus-ny@ny.email.gs.com; or Morgan Stanley Asia Limited, c/o Morgan Stanley & Co. LLC, 180 Varick Street, New York, New York 10014, Attention: Prospectus Department, Telephone: 1 (866) 718-1649, Email: prospectus@morganstanley.com. 

    This press release shall not constitute an offer to sell or the solicitation of an offer or an invitation to buy any securities of the Company, nor shall there be any offer or sale of these securities in any state or other jurisdiction in which such offer, solicitation or sale would be unlawful prior to the registration or qualification under the securities laws of any such state or other jurisdiction. This press release does not constitute a prospectus (including as defined under the laws of Hong Kong) and potential investors should read the prospectus of the Company for detailed information about the Company and the Share Offer, before deciding whether or not to invest in the Company. This press release has not been reviewed or approved by the Hong Kong Stock Exchange or the Securities and Futures Commission of Hong Kong.

    Safe Harbor Statement

    This press release contains statements that may constitute “forward-looking” statements which are made pursuant to the “safe harbor” provisions of the U.S. Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These forward-looking statements can be identified by terminology such as “will,” “expects,” “anticipates,” “aims,” “future,” “intends,” “plans,” “believes,” “estimates,” “likely to,” and similar statements. The Company may also make written or oral forward-looking statements in its periodic reports to the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, in announcements made on the website of The Stock Exchange of Hong Kong Limited, in its interim and annual reports to shareholders, in press releases and other written materials and in oral statements made by its officers, directors or employees to third parties. Statements that are not historical facts, including but not limited to statements about the Company’s beliefs, plans, and expectations, are forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements involve inherent risks and uncertainties. Further information regarding these and other risks is included in the Company’s filings with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission and The Stock Exchange of Hong Kong Limited. All information provided in this press release is as of the date of this press release, and the Company does not undertake any obligation to update any forward-looking statement, except as required under applicable law.

    About KANZHUN LIMITED

    KANZHUN LIMITED operates the leading online recruitment platform BOSS Zhipin in China. The Company connects job seekers and enterprise users in an efficient and seamless manner through its highly interactive mobile app, a transformative product that promotes two-way communication, focuses on intelligent recommendations, and creates new scenarios in the online recruiting process. Benefiting from its large and diverse user base, BOSS Zhipin has developed powerful network effects to deliver higher recruitment efficiency and drive rapid expansion.

    For more information, please visit https://ir.zhipin.com.

    For investor and media inquiries, please contact:

    KANZHUN LIMITED
    Investor Relations
    Email: ir@kanzhun.com

    In China：

    PIACENTE FINANCIAL COMMUNICATIONS
    Helen Wu
    Tel: +86-10-6508-0677
    Email: kanzhun@tpg-ir.com

    In the United States:

    PIACENTE FINANCIAL COMMUNICATIONS
    Brandi Piacente
    Phone: +1-212-481-2050
    Email: kanzhun@tpg-ir.com

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